Good morning, Wooster.

Young bakers raised $11,800 at the Wayne County Fair auction using nearly 50 entries of cookies, cakes and pies to fund scholarships and support junior fair activities—attendees also benefited from a family and consumer sciences exhibit that featured hands-on demonstrations and expert presentations during the fair from Sept. 6 to 11.

St. Mary Church in Wooster will host a six‑week program called Catholics Returning Home—designed for lapsed Catholics to reconnect with their faith—starting Oct.

13 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. in the Parish Hall at 527 Beall Ave.

The Wooster Emblem Club celebrated its 64th anniversary by honoring past leaders, sharing scrapbooks, and planning community service projects—such as adopting families at Thanksgiving and Christmas—while members enjoyed a potluck lunch and received reports on upcoming events including a luncheon on Oct 15, a dinner on Nov 12, and buckeye making on Dec 3 and Dec 10. The club also highlighted contributions from members like Scott Gregory and introduced new supreme officers to guide future initiatives.

The final day of Woosterfest was filled with a Wienermobile, Wiener dog races, sausage toss, hammering nails and beer stein races—bringing fun and energy to local fans.

Organizers said the event ended as a lively celebration of community traditions.

The Wayne County Schools Career Center reopened its student-run restaurant, 518 Bistro, on Sept.

23—offering fresh, rotating buffet meals and hands-on training for culinary arts students. The restaurant opens Tuesdays through Thursdays from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.—with a brunch-inspired menu available through Oct. 17 for $9 per person.

Wooster native Kyle Plumly, a former state champion, now coaches Poland’s lacrosse team as it prepares for the Los Angeles Olympics in 2028 — he will intensify training and join regional tournaments in October to secure a spot at the Games.

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.

Howl-O-Ween Yappy Hour

5-8 p.m. — Troutman Vineyards — $10 with drink or $5 for soda — Celebrate the final Yappy Hour of the year with live music and food truck delights in a festive atmosphere.

Grape Stomp Wine 5K Run/Walk

4-6 p.m. — Lincoln Way Vineyards — $40 — Enjoy a scenic 5K through vineyards followed by a complimentary wine pour.

Downtown Wooster Fall Shop Hop

All day — Main Street Wooster — Free entry — Enjoy the cool fall weather while browsing the local downtown shops.