One of the Grand Lake area’s biggest summer traditions returns for its 66th year!

On this episode of Diving In, Lee Keaser is joined by Coldwater Community Picnic President Jason Schlarman and Vice President Wes Mohler to preview a packed weekend of food, family activities, contests, live music, fireworks and the annual Sunday parade.

Jason and Wes take listeners behind the scenes of the year-round planning required to organize the picnic, explain several new activities and location changes, and discuss this year’s theme: “Hometown USA: Where Tradition Lives.”

They also highlight the volunteers and community organizations that keep the picnic running, explain how picnic proceeds support the Coldwater Public Library and Coldwater Memorial Park, and share a few rapid-fire picnic hot takes—including their  ...