Good morning, Wooster.

Kids had a busy day at the Wayne County Fair on September 8 when local school bands performed, animal shows featured poultry and swine, and long lines formed for rides — the event provided a bustling schedule for children and families.

Wooster Community Hospital Auxiliary celebrated scholarship winners and volunteer contributions at its annual awards banquet earlier this summer.

Four students got one-time $1,500 awards while 43 volunteers and 19 prayer partners received pins and service bars—funds that help buy new transport vans and needed supplies.

Ohio State University Extension and Wooster Community Hospital will offer the Dining with Diabetes program, a four-session course held Thursdays, Oct.

2, 9, 16 and 23 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. in the hospital auditorium—each session starts with a meal and covers meal planning, carbohydrate counting and other diabetes topics, while a holiday session on Oct. 30 offers tips for healthy holiday meals at a cost of $25 per person and $10 per support person.

An Evening with Comedian Alex Ortiz

9:30 p.m. — Krackpots Comedy Club — Tickets required — Enjoy a night of laughter with the high-energy comedy of Alex Ortiz.

Saturday Tunes and Food Fest

5-8:30 p.m. — Lincoln Way Vineyards — Enjoy a delightful evening with live music, wood-fired pizza, and Mediterranean flavors.

Pedal to the Medal 5K

1-5 p.m. — Gross Lake — $30 Race entry — Participate in a lively 5K run or a fun walk in Wooster, Ohio.

College of Wooster Scot Marching Band Concert

Evening — Main Street Wooster — Free entry — Enjoy live bagpipe music complemented by the College of Wooster Marching Band in historic downtown Wooster.

Wayne Center for the Arts Fall Festival

11 AM – 3 PM — Wayne Center for the Arts — Free entry — Celebrate autumn with hands-on art activities and live demonstrations for all ages.

Gardens Galore Fundraiser

7-11 p.m. — Wooster — $25 ticket — Experience an evening of gourmet treats and impactful stories while supporting a great cause against domestic violence.