Good morning, Mansfield.

The community will attend the Clear Fork Empty Bowls Soup Luncheon and fundraiser on November 9 at Clear Fork High School (987 Ohio 97) from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., where guests who donate $15 or more will receive a hand-painted bowl and help support the Bellville Neighborhood Outreach Center Food Pantry.

Sami’s Toys for Kids drive, created by the late Sam Ramirez and sponsored by iHeartMedia Ashland/Mansfield, Mechanics Bank, and Buckeye Thrift, is accepting toy and cash donations at Mechanics Bank locations through November to brighten local children's holidays.

Donations will be distributed by local organizations—Wayfinders of Ohio, Domestic Violence Shelter of Richland County, Mansfield City Schools S.A.F.E. program, Richland County 211, Richland County Children’s Services and L.O.A.M.—to help families in need.

Mike Woogerd has been named Mansfield’s parks superintendent—bringing local roots, a degree in natural resource management from Ohio State, and experience from Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks—and he succeeds Mark Abrams after his 11-year tenure, with the appointment taking effect on November 3.

Early calls about Christmas trees signal a shift in the holiday season among Richland County residents as families plan to decorate before Thanksgiving — Kevin Kleer of Kleerview Farms, with 40 years in business, said tree sales will start at 10:00 a.m. Nov.

22. Local shops and radio station 107.7 The Breeze have also begun early seasonal activities — retailers are setting up displays while the station plays festive songs today.

Crazy Train - America's Ozzy Tribute

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Renaissance Theatre — Cost info not provided — Experience the ultimate Ozzy Osbourne tribute show with special effects and great music.

Mansfield Symphony Youth Strings Fall Concert

3:30-5:00 p.m. — Renaissance Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an inspiring concert featuring talented young musicians performing classical and contemporary pieces.

She Loves Me

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Renaissance Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience a heartwarming 1930s romantic comedy set in a perfumery.

5K Beer Run at The Phoenix Brewing Company

11 AM – 2 PM — The Phoenix Brewing Company — Registration fee required — Celebrate a fun-filled 5k run with craft beer and local festivities.

Mansfield and Lexington Turkey Trot

2-6 p.m. — Historic B&O Railway Trail — Registration fee applies — Kick off Thanksgiving Day with races for all ages, including a Kids Fun Run, Half Marathon, 10k, and 5k.

She Loves Me

7:30-9 p.m. — Renaissance Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a delightful evening of musical romance at the renowned Renaissance Theatre.

Richland County Free Produce Distribution

10 AM - 1 PM — Mansfield Senior High School — Free entry — Receive fresh produce for the community in a caring environment.