Good morning, Wooster.

Downtown Wooster now displays new banners celebrating The Wooster Brush Company's 175th anniversary and spotlighting eight local nonprofits (part of the Downtown Wooster Banner Program running until mid-May).

The Akron Canton Regional Food Bank now uses the former Smucker retail store on State Route 57 as its Wayne County branch and hosted an open house today with community leaders in attendance.

Wooster Mayor Bob Reynolds said the new facility will boost food distribution — improving access for local residents.

Eid al-Fitr, which marks the end of Ramadan, is expected to begin on the evening of March 19 or March 20 depending on the moon sighting.

Local mosques plan to hold prayer services + family gatherings as families prepare to celebrate the holiday.

Medicare now covers up to eight counseling sessions and certain prescription drugs to help Wooster seniors quit smoking—this benefit can lower the risk of heart disease and stroke.

Local seniors can speak with their doctor or call a quit line to set a quit date.

5th Annual WHATT Fair

4-8 p.m. & 10 a.m.-4 p.m. — Secrest Welcome and Education Center — Free admission — Discover holistic and alternative wellness practices at this annual fair.

Glass Blowing Class with Larchmere Fire Works

12-7 p.m. — Lincoln Way Vineyards — $55-$65 — Create your own unique glass art piece in a fun, hands-on class with expert instructors.

2026 Ohio Scottish Games Indoor Competition

8 AM-6 PM — Scheide Music Center — Admission required — Experience the thrill of solo and pipe band competitions at this exciting showcase of Scottish culture.

Jane Austen Ball

7-10 p.m. — Wayne Center for the Arts — $20 adults, $10 students — Step into an 18th century English country manor for a night of dance and live music.

Wooster Contra Dance

7-9:30 p.m. — Valley College Grange — Entry fee not listed — Enjoy a lively evening of contra dancing featuring beautiful Celtic music by Pocketful o’ Gimmick.