Shine on Chillicothe

10/12/2026

🎄✨ MEET THE PEOPLE BEHIND THE MAGIC! ✨🎄

We’re kicking off our October Meet the Shine On Board series by introducing our fearless leader, Lesli Parker, President of Shine On Chillicothe!

After 35 years in healthcare, Lesli knew she wanted to spend her time doing something meaningful that brings joy to others. And what better way than helping light up Yoctangee Park each Christmas? 🎅🎄

When she’s not busy helping make the magic happen, you’ll likely find Lesli chasing waterfalls and sunsets, traveling, hiking, fishing, or enjoying time with friends.

From chasing waterfalls to lighting up Chillicothe, Lesli knows how to find a little magic wherever she goes! ✨

We’re grateful for her leadership, dedication, and the time she gives to making Shine On a special tradition for our community.

❤️ Help us show Lesli some love in the comments!

10/12/2026

🎄✨ MEET THE PEOPLE BEHIND THE MAGIC! ✨🎄

We’re kicking off our October Meet the Shine On Board series by introducing our fearless leader, Lesli Parker, President of Shine On Chillicothe!

After 35 years in healthcare, Lesli knew she wanted to spend her time doing something meaningful that brings joy to others. And what better way than helping light up Yoctangee Park each Christmas? 🎅🎄

When she’s not busy helping make the magic happen, you’ll likely find Lesli chasing waterfalls and sunsets, traveling, hiking, fishing, or enjoying time with friends.

From chasing waterfalls to lighting up Chillicothe, Lesli knows how to find a little magic wherever she goes! ✨

We’re grateful for her leadership, dedication, and the time she gives to making Shine On a special tradition for our community.

10/06/2026

🎄✨ WE HAVE SOME EXCITING NEWS! ✨🎄

Our NEW Shine On Chillicothe website is LIVE!

We’ve been working behind the scenes to create a new online home for Shine On—a place where you can learn more about who we are, stay up to date on events, find ways to volunteer, support our mission, and see how your generosity helps us continue creating the magic of Christmas in Yoctangee Park. ❤️

We are so excited to finally share it with you!

Take a look around, learn more about Shine On, and discover how YOU can be Part of the Magic! 🎅🎄✨

🌐 shineonchillicothe.org

And a special thank you to Chad McAllister for taking our vision and bringing it to life. We appreciate all of the time, creativity, and attention you put into creating a website that represents Shine On and our community so well!

The countdown to Christmas is on! 🎄✨

09/26/2026

🎅 SANTA GOT AN UPGRADE! 🎄

A special thank you to Globe Furniture for donating this beautiful new chair for Santa to use in the Shine On Santa House this Christmas! We think Santa is going to be pretty comfortable hearing all those Christmas wishes this year. ❤️

There are so many ways to support Shine On Chillicothe, and in-kind donations are an important one. Donations of goods, materials and services help offset our expenses and allow us to put more of the dollars entrusted to us toward growing and enhancing the holiday experience in Yoctangee Park.

We are incredibly grateful for the businesses and individuals who ask, “How can we help?” Sometimes that help comes in the form of a financial contribution—and sometimes it comes in the form of the perfect chair for Santa. 🎅✨

Thank you, Globe Furniture, for being Part of the Magic!

09/25/2026

🎄 135 YEARS OF SERVING OUR COMMUNITY 🎄

We are grateful to recognize Ware Funeral Home as a 2026 Bronze Level Sponsor of Shine On Chillicothe with their generous $2,000 donation.

Established in Chillicothe in 1891, Ware Funeral Home has been part of our community for 135 years, serving generations of local families with compassion and integrity. We are incredibly thankful for businesses with deep roots in Chillicothe that continue to give back to the community they have served for so many years.

Thank you, Ware Funeral Home, for supporting Shine On and helping us continue creating the magic of Christmas in Yoctangee Park for families to enjoy year after year. 🎄✨

Thank you for helping us keep the lights shining!

09/22/2026

CLICK On this form to read about the details, register and pay for your 2026 tree walk tree! Trees are selling fast! Don’t delay!

Shine on Chillicothe 2026 Holiday tree walk Shine on Chillicothe (SOC) wants to invite the community to take part in our Holiday Tree Walk Fundraiser by lighting up our beautiful Yoctangee Park for the holidays! Trees may represent your group or be in memory/honor of another individual an...

09/13/2026

✨ THIS is what community support looks like. ✨

When local organizations step up, traditions grow, memories are made, and our community shines a little brighter.

A special THANK YOU to Homeland Credit Union for their generous $3,000 contribution as a 2026 Bronze Level Sponsor of Shine On Chillicothe! 🎄

Their support helps us continue bringing the magic of Christmas to Yoctangee Park and creating a place where families, friends, and visitors can come together and make memories during the holiday season.

We couldn’t do what we do without community partners who believe in Shine On and the tradition we’re building together.

Thank you, Homeland Credit Union, for helping us keep the lights shining! ✨🎄

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09/10/2026

🎄✨ GRATEFUL FOR COMMUNITY PARTNERS! ✨🎄

We are proud to recognize Rathkamp Financial as a 2026 Bronze Level Sponsor of Shine On Chillicothe with their generous $2,000 donation!

Rathkamp Financial has been part of our community for many years, and we are so grateful for their continued investment in Chillicothe. Support from local businesses like Rathkamp helps us grow and enhance the displays in Yoctangee Park and continue creating a Christmas tradition for families to enjoy year after year.

Thank you, Rathkamp Financial, for believing in our community and helping us keep the lights shining! 🎄✨

We are grateful to have you Part of the Magic!

09/04/2026

🍁 LET’S CLEAN UP OUR PARK! 🍁

Fall is here, which means the holiday season is right around the corner! 🎄✨

EPIC is teaming up with Downtown Chillicothe and Shine On Chillicothe for a community Park Clean-Up at Yoctangee Park!

Our goal? To help keep one of Chillicothe’s most loved gathering places clean, welcoming, and ready for the holiday season—especially as residents and visitors come out to enjoy the lights and festivities.

📅 October 17th
⏰ 9:00 AM
📍 Yoctangee Park – Rotary Shelter House

Grab your friends, family, coworkers, or fellow community members and come lend a hand! 💪🍂

Let’s get the park ready to SHINE! ✨

08/29/2026

✨ COMMUNITY SUPPORT MAKES THE MAGIC POSSIBLE! ✨

We are excited to recognize Edward Jones as a 2026 Bronze Level Sponsor of Shine On Chillicothe! Their generous $2,000 donation helps us continue adding to the magic families experience each Christmas season in Yoctangee Park. 🎄

Every sponsorship helps Shine On grow, care for our displays, and continue creating a holiday experience that our entire community can enjoy.

We are so grateful to Edward Jones for supporting Shine On and investing in a tradition that brings families, friends, and visitors together year after year.

Thank you for helping Chillicothe shine! ✨🎄

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