ASHLAND — United Way of Ashland County’s beloved summer series, Fun Fridays at Foundation Plaza, will conclude its 2025 season on Friday, Aug. 1, with an exciting visit from Realm of the Reptile.
The event will take place at Foundation Plaza, located next to Ohio Fire, and will feature a live, interactive reptile show designed to educate and entertain children and families.
In partnership with the Ashland Public Library’s Summer Reading Program, the Fun Fridays series has been a summertime staple in the Ashland community, providing free, family-friendly programming throughout the season.
Festivities begin at 11:45 a.m., with lunch and entertainment for all ages. This month’s lunch is generously provided by University Hospitals Samaritan Medical Center, with additional food offerings of hot dogs and popcorn courtesy of Ashland Wooster Drive In.
Attendees are encouraged to bring blankets and lawn chairs and enjoy an afternoon of fun, food, and community.
This event is made possible thanks to the generous support of the following sponsors:
- Presenting Sponsor: Sutton Bank
- Sound & Preshow Sponsor: Ashland City Schools Teacher Association
- Entertainment Sponsors: Bill Harris Dealership, BCU Electric, South Street Grill, and
Charles River - “Bringing in the Fun” Sponsors: Moritz Materials, LLS the Good Shepherd, The Inn at
Ashland Woods, Paullin Sealcoating, Directions Credit Union, Ashland University, Z’s Hair Designs, Ashland Main Street, Explore Ashland, Main Street Bank, Bendon, and Southern Title of Ohio Ltd.
Donations are welcomed and will directly support the purchase of school supplies for the upcoming Back 2 School Event.
For more information and to view the full calendar, visit www.uwashlandoh.org.