This Saturday, the city of Loveland will host the highly anticipated \"Return of the Frog Man\" festival, featuring a variety of activities designed to engage the community and celebrate local culture. The event has garnered support from numerous businesses and organizations, promising a day filled with fun and entertainment.
Among the highlights, Love Our Land will unveil a new children's book titled \"Josie and Doug: An Adventure with the Loveland Frogman.\" Additionally, Ops and Berry will host the Frogman Classic arm wrestling tournament, while the Loveland Frogman will make special appearances for photo opportunities throughout the day.
Families can enjoy the Lily Pad Kids Zone, hosted by the Loveland Stage Company from 4 to 6 PM, and participate in frog-themed story times at Bike Veil Books, occurring at the top of each hour during the same timeframe. Local students have contributed artwork for a scavenger hunt, allowing families to search downtown for the frogman and win prizes.
For those interested in hands-on activities, attendees can create frogman pottery at The Works, and later in the evening, a screening of the movie \"Frogman\" will take place at the Loveland Stage Company at 8:30 PM. The festivities will also feature live music from the band Chuck E's Love, along with frog-themed cocktails at local restaurants and frogman merchandise available at boutiques.
A block party on Railroad Avenue will include a DJ, karaoke, and a mobile escape room. The Railway Barbershop will host a Frogger face-off arcade tournament, inviting participants to showcase their skills from the classic 1980s game. The Ben Morrison Foundation and the Isaac Walton League will provide festival games, including cornhole and tic-tac-toe, crafted by the city's public works department.
With a diverse lineup of activities, the \"Return of the Frog Man\" festival promises to be a vibrant celebration of community spirit and local creativity.