(Lebanon, OH) - The Warren County Board of Developmental Disabilities 2025 Things That Go! event had something for everyone, with a wide variety of vehicles, interactive activities, animals, information booths, and more.

Over one dozen local businesses and organizations brought their vehicles to the event to show people who receive services from the Warren County Board of Developmental Disabilities how each vehicle operates. Vehicles in attendance included a police vehicle, an ice cream truck, a fire truck, a school bus, a Volkswagen Beetle, the Lil’ Bloom Flower Truck, the Cincinnati Reds Mobile, a recumbent bike, adaptive hiking equipment from Luke5Adventures, and much more. 

New Operations Director Dave Siebert, lovingly known as “Farmer Dave,” gave rides to visitors in two of his tractors. Prepared with an Oliver tractor shirt and wide brimmed hat, Siebert drove his tractor in circles around the parking lot. Everyone, including Siebert and his two passengers, were smiling ear to ear.

Although Things That Go! is all about local vehicles, it's also a celebration of everything that moves, which includes some four-legged friends, too.

The Therapeutic Riding Institute brought miniature horses, Buckeye Search and Rescue brought their search dogs, and PetPALS brought a variety of rabbits. All organizations instructed children on how to gently pet the animals.

The Lebanon Public Library brought Safety Town where children had the chance to bike around a miniature city designed just for them. Complete with stop signs and crosswalks, the setup gave kids a hands-on way to practice using safety signals, following traffic rules, and sharing the road.

Concurrently, the Warren County Board of Developmental Disabilities successfully hosted its second annual technology fair and showcase, highlighting the latest tools that promote independence, safety, and communication for individuals with developmental disabilities. 

This event featured a wide variety of technology provided by remote support and assistive technology vendors. Warren County Board of Developmental Disabilities Remote Support and Assistive Technology Coordinator Susan Meyer welcomed guests into the SMART Studio for tours, demonstrations, and resources about available technology. 

Community partners enriched the showcase with interactive stations. Warren County DD Early Intervention and Behavior Supports divisions shared communication options and visual supports for families. Attendees explored switch-adapted toys at the EasterSeals Redwood table, learned about the MedReady Medication Dispenser with staff from TruCare Provider Supports, and discovered the many features of AngelSense, a safety device for parents and caregivers. 

"This event brings together families, providers, and technology experts to explore real solutions that support independence," Meyer said. "We are proud to provide a space where the community can see, touch, and try technology that make a difference in daily life." 

The Technology Fair and Showcase is part of Warren County Board of Developmental Disabilities' ongoing efforts to connect individuals and families with innovative tools that encourage independence and inclusion.

Our next Things That Go! event will be hosted on Saturday, May 2, 2026, from 10 a.m. to noon. Our rain date will be the following weekend, Saturday, May 9, 2026. Please contact Community Relations Coordinator Megan Becker at megan.becker@warrencountydd.org or (859) 653-7445 if you would like to bring a vehicle or set up a booth at this event.