“In the 1930s when Fred Rogers was growing up, living in a neighborhood meant safety, security, comfort and help. He had neighbors and relatives who understood him, helped him when his parents didn’t understand, and took him to the library to find books that interested him. Go ahead, save him when he was bullied on the street, after all, living in the neighborhood meant friends and classmates who cared for him and wanted to share their experiences .
– Maxwell King, author of Good Neighbors: The Life and Work of Fred Rogers.
In the spirit of uniting as neighbors like Mr. Rogers have strived for, Plymouth One Book, One City will host the first of two events this fall. These events aim to help our community share our different cultures and experiences while boosting local businesses. The Shops Downtown Fallfest kicks off with special events at various downtown locations. Every $5 you spend at participating businesses will enter your name in a drawing to win amazing prizes when you shop at a business in downtown Plymouth.
First prize is a $750 gift card from various downtown businesses, second prize is a $450 gift card, and third prize winner is a $300 gift card.
Companies currently participating include French Press Coffee Co., Simple Stated Gifts, Black Cat Clothing Co., Na-Rie Simple Treasures, Treat’s Squire Shop, Heartland Artists Gallery, Beary’s Premium Ice Cream Shop, Ella + Ava Boutique, King’s Jewelry, ASK for Flowers, Downtown Discounts, Lock & Key Boutique, Fernbaugh’s Diamonds and Fine Jewelry, Got Game?, Laura’s Butterfly Boutique, REES Theater.
The draw will run from September 17th to October 14th, so you’ll have plenty of time if you’re interested in participating. Winners will be drawn and announced at the Fall Chile He Cook-Off on Saturday, October 17th. 15 11am to 3pm
To enter your name, simply visit the store above to make a purchase and scan the store’s QR code with your smartphone. A QR code will ask for your name, email address and your preferred contact method. Then you are entered. You can enter as many times as you like, but only once per visit.
Kicking off on September 17th will include many events throughout the day, including readings by Sarah Rice. Rice reads from her book Spaghetti with My Ba. It will be held at the Plymouth Public Library at 10:15am and 11:15am.
Bear’s Premium Ice Cream hosts ‘Bear’ story time from 10am to 12pm. There are also games and activities for the whole family to enjoy.
The Marshall County Historical Society Museum and Crossroads Center introduces patrons to Mr. Rogers’ exhibits. 11:00-14:00 Make dolls and enjoy trains and trolleys.
From 11am to 2pm, head to the Heartland Artist Gallery to enter the REES Coloring Contest for kids and adults.
The second event is the Fall Chili Cook-Off on Saturday, October 15 from 11am-3pm. @PlymouthOneBookOneCity!
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