Superheroes and furry sidekicks — or maybe furry heroes and super sidekicks — will be in downtown Delaware as Main Street Delaware celebrates some of the city’s institutions during the September First Day.
The evening of Sept. 1 will include the sixth annual pet walk, a hands-on display of equipment used by the City of Delaware Public Works Department, and a preview of the Delaware County District Library’s upcoming comic-con.
The monthly event will take place from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday. Pet owners who want to participate in the ticketed treat walk through the downtown can purchase a ticket at $10 per pet. Owners will get a treasure map and a bag to collect treats from downtown businesses.
The pet walk will step off from the Main Street Delaware tent at Sandusky and Winter streets. Registered pets will be photographed as they check-in for posting in a Main Street Delaware Facebook album. The pet receiving the most “likes” will be named “Furry Marshal” of Main Street Delaware’s upcoming Christmas Parade.
First Friday will also feature a celebration at Ohio Living Sarah Moore, 47 E. William St., which is commemorating 125 years of caring in the community. The facility will give away dog treats and human treats (hot dogs, popcorn, cookies, brownies, and lemonade) during First Friday, provide tours of its facility, and make a brief presentation at 6 p.m.
“Our history involves a lot of very generous community members that invested a great amount of time, talent and treasure to make Ohio Living Sarah Moore what it is today. I have a great team of dedicated, professional and caring staff that truly make a difference in the lives of our patients and residents,” said Aric L. Arnett, the facility’s executive director.
In addition, Wonder Woman and Spider-Man along with other superheroes will be making an appearance for photo opportunities. The display will preview “The Great GeekFest” comic-con at the Delaware Main Library, 84 E. Winter St., on Saturday, Oct. 21. Facebook voters also will pick the library’s “geekiest pet.”
“We’ll also be awarding a gift basket, donated by Mutts & Co., to the best costumed furry friend in Main Street’s Pet Walk contest,” said Nicole Fowles, a library spokeswoman.
The celebration is sponsored by Performance Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram of Delaware, the Delaware County District Library, and by Ohio Living Sarah Moore.
For tickets or more information, visit www.delawaremainstreet.com.
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