Featured Events



Men's Trap Shoot
Saturday, July 12, 10am–1pm
The Sport’s Ministry is sponsoring a Men’s Trap Shoot!
$20/person, Includes sporting clays and lunch
Bring : Shotgun & 2 boxes of shells
Optional: Fishing pole and tackle (there is a lake on the property).
Location: 12694 Terra st. SE. Paris, Ohio 44669
(1 mile east of Robertsville on route 30)
Questions? Email rybarnett@firstfriends.org

Adoptive, Foster, & Kinship Mother's Retreat 2025
Friday, Sept. 5–Sunday, Sept. 7
Held at: The Berlin Grande Hotel
4787 Township Road 366
Berlin, OH 44610
WEEKEND THEME
The Journey from Adversity to Strength, Hope, & Healing
Join us for a time of:
– Refreshment and fun
– Connection with other moms who understand
– Hope and inspiration
– Feeling valued and validated
– Healing and growth
COST: $240
Includes: Cost of the retreat, lodging, Saturday breakfast & lunch and Sunday Breakfast
Sleeping Arrangements: Two mothers to a room
Registration deadline is Friday, Aug. 1

Family Rubber Ducks Game
Friday, August 1, 7:05pm
Step right up for an unforgettable evening at the ballpark! Join us as we cheer on the Akron RubberDucks against the Erie Seawolves on Friday, August 1st. Get ready for an exciting game with the first pitch at 7:05 pm. Bring your friends, family, and lots of team spirit to Canal Park for a night of baseball fun under the stars. Don’t miss out on the action—grab your tickets now and be part of the excitement!
$15/person
Children 3 and under are free and do not need a ticket as it is assumed they are sitting on your lap.