Things to do this weekend | July 30-Aug. 1

Thursday, July 30

Paradigm: 7:30 to 9 p.m., Courtyard at Kingwood Center Gardens. Admission to Kingwood is free after 7 p.m. through the Trimble Road gate. If raining, concerts will bein the meeting hall or exhibit hall.

Friday, July 31

Final Friday Concert Series: Performances by Agent Whiskey, The Caffiends and The Devault Ridge Band. Free. 5 p.m. The Brickyard in the Carrousel District, downtown Mansfield. 419-522-0099.

Downtown Mansfield Farmers Market: Fresh produce, locally processed meats, artisan items and homemade goods including salsa, breads, pastries, honey and more. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., every Friday through Sept. 25. Carrousel District, on Fourth Street between Main and Walnut streets in front of Richland Carrousel Park. 419-522-0099 or www.downtownmansfield.com.

Saturday, Aug. 1

“Mary Poppins:” 8 p.m., Renaissance Theatre, Mansfield. One of the most popular Disney movies of all time is now a hit musical. Renaissance Theatre, 138 Park Avenue West, Mansfield. Tickets: $27, $30 or $34. Also Aug. 2, 7, 8 and 9. mansfieldtickets.com

Ballet @ the Brickyard: Neos Dance Theatre’s second annual event. Outdoor gallery space opens at 6:30 p.m. featuring local artists, live visual artists, live music, and local food truck vendors, plus VIP area with wine, cigars, hor d’oeuvres, desserts, cognac and coffee. Pre-show entertainment featuring local performers begins at 8 p.m. Main performance featuring Neos Dance Theatre at 8:45 p.m. Tickets: $25, or $50 for VIP. Temple Court between Diamond and Main Street in downtown Mansfield. Details: www.neosdancetheatre.org.

Plymouth Bicentennial: Activities, music, parade, fireworks and more. Aug. 1-9, with events scheduled at several locations in the village. Coincides with annual Plymouth-Silver King Festival, Aug. 6 to 8, behind the police station.

Bike MS Buckeye Breakaway: The two-day inspirational ride (formerly the Pedal to the Point Ride)is held every year to support people living with multiple sclerosis by providing programs, services and MS research to find the cure for the chronic, unpredictable disease of the central nervous system. Begins at Brunswick High School, 3581 Center Road, Brunswick, on Aug. 1. Registration is $75; riders are responsible for meeting a $300 fundraising minimum. New for 2015 is an overnight party at Ashland University. Riders will be able to enjoy a variety of fantastic food, entertainment, recreational options, a Team Village and other festivities. MSohiobike.org or 216-503-4183.

Street Fair: New Jerusalem Progressive Church of God in Christ's 2015 event will features food, prizes and more. 1 to 10 p.m. 709 Burns St.

Tellin’ Tales, Crawford County Buggy Works and Livery Stables: 2 p.m., Lowe-Volk Park, 2401 Ohio 598, Crestline. The program focuses on when horses were the main transportation and every community had a buggy works and livery stables. 419-683-9000.

Leesville History: Haulers of Leesville Stone: 3:15 p.m., Lowe-Volk Park, 2401 Ohio 598, Crestline. This program focuses on the time when Leesville stone was in high demand. 419-683-9000.

Close Encounters and Extraterrestrial Life program: 8 p.m., Warren Rupp Observatory, Hidden Hallow Campground, 5127 O’Possum Run Road, Bellville. Tom Wertman will present evidence of UFO sightings in Ohio.

Sunday, Aug. 2

Krush Concert: Ashland’s own, Krush, performs high-energy classic rock; ’70s and ’80s tribute includes large light show, sound system, stage gear, stage show and more. Part of Ashland’s 2015 Summer Concert Series. 8 to 9:15 p.m. Guy C. Myers Memorial Bandshell Amphiteater, Brookside Park, 209 Parkside Drive, Ashland.

Tuesday, Aug. 4

North End Farmers Market: Fresh baked goods, fruits, produce, demonstrations and more. Presented by NECIC. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. each Tuesday. 486 Springmill St. www.facebook.com/nefm2014.

Thursday, Aug. 6

First Thursdays: Bellville businesses open until 7 p.m. with discounts, specials and freebies. Bandstand concert at 7 p.m. Sponsored by Bellville Revitalization Group and Clear Fork Valley Chamber of Commerce. 419-886-3854.

Silver King Festival: Features display of Silver King Tractors. Aug. 6-8. Behind the police station in Plymouth.

Friday, Aug. 7

First Friday Shop Hop: Drink and dinner specials, entertainment and more. Downtown Mansfield, 5 to 9 p.m.

Book Talk: Nancy Christie of Youngstown, author of a recently published book of short stories, “Traveling Left of Center and Other Stories,” will read, speak on writing and sign books. 6 to 8 p.m. Main Street Books, 104 N. Main St., Mansfield. 419-522-BOOK.

“The Black Cyclone:” 7:30 p.m., Shelby Senior High School, 1 Whippet Way, Shelby. This is the story of Charles Follis. Additional performances are at 2?30 p.. and 7:30 p.m. Aug. 8. For tickets, visit www.blackcyclone.org or call Jim Stoner at 740-504-9399. Tickets can be purchased at Shelby City Hall, 419-347-5131 or by calling 1-800-718-4253.

Saturday, Aug. 8

Night of Blues. Featuring Jimi Vincent. Opening act Drew Allan of Columbus performs at 9 p.m. Free. Backroom Bar and Grill, 880 Laver Road. 419-589-7671 or www.backroom-bar.com.

First Children’s Charity Poker Run: First bike out, 11 a.m., last bike out, 12:30 p.m., last bike in, 4:30 p.m. Ride starts and ends at Amvets Post 26, 1100 W. 4th St., Mansfield. Cost is $15 per person (includes poker run and dinner). Includes music, food and fun. Proceeds benefit “A Kid Again.” For details, call Julie Wilcox at 419-631-5150.

Sunday, Aug. 9

Richland County Fair. Through Aug. 15. Gate: $5. Chris Cagle performs 8 p.m. Aug. 10; tickets $20-$25. Richland County Fairgrounds, 750 N. Home Road, Mansfield.

Tuesday, Aug. 11

Ontario Concerts in the Park: Project 116, contemporary Christian music. 6 to 8 p.m., Marshall Park Band Shell, Ontario. Other concerts will be June 30, July 14, July 28, Aug. 11 and 25. For details, or to make a donation to support the concerts, call 419-529-6333.

Basic BBQ Class: 1 p.m., Marvin Memorial Library Pavilion, New Washington. Ben Lash, owner of the Vault Wine Bar will prvide samples. A free will doantion will be taken to help cover supply costs. Call the library at 419-347-5576, ext. 1 or email Shelly at skrystofikmml@gmail.com.

Thursday, Aug. 13

Mighty Wurlitzer: Theatre organ concerts and silent and classic movies. This week: Tim Guenther. 1 p.m. Free, donations accepted. Renaissance Theatre, 138 Park Avenue West, Mansfield. Details: 419-522-2726 or www.mansfieldtickets.com.

Thursday, Aug. 20

Mighty Wurlitzer: Theatre organ concerts and silent and classic movies. This week: Don Frerichs. 1 p.m. Free, donations accepted. Renaissance Theatre, 138 Park Avenue West, Mansfield. Details: 419-522-2726 or www.mansfieldtickets.com.

Saturday, Aug. 22

Jessica Hannan Fundraiser: Spaghetti dinner, concert by the Jessica Hannan Band, auction and raffle. Benefits fund to help get Nashville recording artist Jessica Hannan to Nashville. $10. 6 p.m. to midnight. Elks Club, Lexington. jessicahannan.com

1486th Transportation Company Reunion: 4 p.m, Ashland Eagles pavilion. Current and former members welcome. Bring a covered dish, lawn chairs and beverage.

Tuesday, Aug. 25

Concerts in the Park, The Wayfaring Trio concert: 6 to 8 p.m, Marshall Park Band Shell, Ontario.

Thursday, Aug. 27

Mighty Wurlitzer: Theatre organ concerts and silent and classic movies. This week: Jay Spencer, featuring a silent movie. 1 p.m. Free, donations accepted. Renaissance Theatre, 138 Park Avenue West, Mansfield. Details: 419-522-2726 or www.mansfieldtickets.com.

Saturday, Aug. 29

Flea Market and Antique Show: Last weekend of each month. Richland County Fairgrounds, 750 N. Home Road, Mansfield. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Aug. 29-30. 419-571-4716 or 419-756-3904.

To have an event added to the calendar, please email lmmiller@gannett.com.