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ALLEN CO. (Bluffton, Lima, Spencerville) Max’s Flea Market & Water Dog Races.........6 The Rebel Run...................................................7
CRAWFORD CO. (Bucyrus, Crestline, Galion, Lykens) Coopers Mill & Market...................................23 Crossroads Factory Store..............................23
ERIE CO. (Huron, Milan, Sandusky, Vermilion) Edison Birthplace Museum............................26 Maritime Museum of Sandusky....................27
FULTON CO. (Archbold, Swanton) Sauder Village................................................64
HANCOCK CO. (Arcadia, Findlay) Hancock County Fair....................................33 Hancock Park District....................................34 Jeffrey’s Antique Gallery...............................11 N.W. Ohio Railroad Preservation..................35
HARDIN CO. (Dunkirk, Kenton, Mt. Victory, Forest) Mt. Victory Antique Shops............................36
HURON CO. (Bellevue, Norwalk, Willard) Historic Lyme Village.....................................38 Huron County Visitors Bureau.........................2 Shop Bellevue................................................39
LOGAN CO. (Lakeview) Fisher’s Flea Markets......................................40
LORAIN CO. (Amherst) Jamie’s Flea Market......................................26
LUCAS CO. (Maumee, Toledo) Firenation Glass Studio & Gallery.................12 Maumee Valley Gun Collectors...................41
MARION CO. (Marion) Marion County CVB.......................................42 Marion County Historical Society.................42
OTTAWA CO. (Elmore, Genoa, Lakeside, Port Clinton) African Wildlife Park Safari............................47 Lakeside Antique Show.................................46 Lake Erie Shores & Islands.............................45 Packer Creek Pottery....................................48
PUTNAM CO. (Kalida) Pioneer Days Festival.....................................49
RICHLAND CO. (Mansfield) Kingwood Center Gardens...........................50
SANDUSKY CO. (Clyde, Fremont, Gibsonburg) Antiques in Clyde..........................................11 Clyde Museum...............................................54 Crafty Needle.................................................12 Downtown Fremont........................................18
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Fremont Community Theatre........................52 Fremont Farmers Markets..............................18 Hayes Presidential Center.............................53 Ole Zim’s Wagonshed LLC.............................13 Sandusky Co. CVB.........................................55 S.C.R.A.P..........................................................53 The Erlin Trader...............................................12
SENECA CO. (Attica, Bascom, Bettsville, Fostoria, Green Springs, Tiffin) Bascom bright.net..........................................34 Big Dipper Dairy Bar.......................................58 Camden Falls Reception Center..................13 Clinton Lake Campground...........................22 Clouse Construction......................................46 Daniel Advertising..........................................13 Destination Seneca Co.................................15 Dornan’s Custom Golf Carts...........................8 Eborg’s Drive-Thru..........................................21 Ewald’s Furniture............................................22 Fostoria Glass Heritage Gallery....................58 Granny Ballreich’s Company Store..............12 H&H Tool Cutter Service.................................51 Jolly’s...............................................................51 Molyet’s Farm Market....................................54 Papa Jimmie’s BBQ & Pizza...........................56 Primitive Crossroads Craft Barn....................32 R Bar D Stables LLC........................................56 Reineke Family Dealerships..........................10 Richard’s Carpet............................................51 Sendelbach’s Collision..................................54 Seneca County Park District.........................58 Sharon’s Collectibles.....................................11 Tiffin Flea Market............................................57 Tiffin Glass Museum & Shoppe........................9 Tiffin Motel/Seneca Motel...............................9
WOOD CO. (Bowling Green) BG National Tractor Pulling Championships. . .59 Wood County Historical Museum.................62 Wood County Park District............................60
WYANDOT CO. (Carey, Sycamore, Upper Sandusky) Gray Mare & Co.............................................62 Masters’ Building............................................13 Ned Gregg Realty/Auctioneers...................61 Sycamore American Legion.........................61 Sycamore Community Center.....................13 Village Restaurant..........................................62 Wyandot Co. Fair...........................................63 Wyandot Firearms..........................................62
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Through Oct. 11 — Happy Daz Cool Car Cruise In, every Wednesday, a gathering of area classic cars, trucks and motorcycles. Free admission, door prizes and 50-50 drawings (with proceeds donated to local charities). 5-8 p.m., Happy Daz Restaurant, 4557 Elida Road, Elida. Through Oct. 19 — Open Play Pickleball, from beginners to experienced. Extra paddles available for new players. Tuesdays and Thursdays 6:30-8:30 pm. Sundays 7-9 pm. Free. Collett Street tennis courts, 880 S. Collett St., Lima. July 21-22 — Loud-In-Lima Concert, music, food, drinks, camping and fun. Listen to 20 1980s bands. Purchase tickets online at www.loudinlima.com. 4-10 p.m. $55-$175 per day. Allen County Fairgrounds, 2750 Harding Highway, Lima. July 22 — Lima Area Concert Band: Welcome to the Cabaret! Each concert highlights soloists selected from the performers who make up the band. Tickets can be purchased at the concert, online or at Von Jewelers, 3217 Elida Road, Lima. 7:30 p.m. Adults $15, students free. Veterans Memorial Civic & Convention Center, 7 Town Square, Lima. July 23 — Music in the Park Delphos, Hanser Family Pavilion at Stadium Park. Food available 5:30 p.m. Concerts begin at 6. Rat Pack and More relive old Vegas. “Frank and Dean” capture the fun, the jokes and the timeless music of the Rat Pack from Frankʼs “Fly Me To The Moon” to Dinoʼs “Thatʼs Amore.” July 28 — Lincoln Park Dances. Free. Bill Corfield band. Carolyn Detrick (419) 302-3319. 7-9 p.m. Lincoln Park, Shawnee Street and East Elm Street, Lima. July 28 — Rally in the Square, live entertainment. Open at 5:30 p.m., music begins at 6:30, rain or shine. Stage is set up in front of Artspace/Lima. $2 per person. Schedule of entertainers at www.artspacelima.com. ArtSpace/Lima, 65-67 Town Square, Lima. July 28 — Racing at Limaland Motorsports Park. Races include sprints, UMP modifieds, thunderstocks and more. Pit gates open at 4 p.m., grandstand gates at 5, hot laps at 6:30 and racing 7:30-10:30. www.limaland.com. 1500 Dutch Hollow Road, Lima. July 30 — Westminster Music In The Park. Bring a blanket or lawn chair. Festivities begin at 11 a.m. and end at 4 p.m. Food, soft drinks, water and rides for children are provided while you are entertained by a selection of Christian artists. Free. Westminster Park, 6825 Faulkner Road, Westminster. Donations welcome.
AUGUST
Aug. 1 — Johnny Appleseed National Night Out, join family and friends at Heritage Park for food, games for the kids, a 5K fun run and displays from fire and law enforcement departments. Parking will be at Apollo Career Center. 6-9 p.m. Free. Heritage Park, 2092 Reed Road, Lima. Aug. 4 — Lunch in the Square, in the northwest quad of Lima Town Square. Live music, entertainment and kids activities; bring your lunch 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Free. Downtown Lima, 65-67 Town Square, Lima. Aug. 4 — Downtown Lima Chalk Walk. Whether you're an incredible artist or stick figures are the best you've got, everyone is guaranteed to have a good time. Judging and prizes will be awarded. Call Nitza's to register for a spot: (419) 227-3877. 10 a.m.1 p.m. Free. 300 N. Main St., Lima. Aug. 4, 11 — Lincoln Park Dances. Free. and open to the public. Al Best Band. Carolyn Detrick (419) 302-3319. 7-9 p.m. Lincoln Park, Shawnee and East Elm streets, Lima Aug. 4, 11, 18, 25 — Rally in the Square, live entertainment, open at 5:30 p.m., music begins at 6:30, rain or shine. This is the place to hear the best local bands. Stage is set up in front of Artspace/Lima. $2 person. For schedule of entertainers, visit www.artspacelima.com. ArtSpace/Lima, 65-67 Town Square, Lima. Aug. 4, 11 — Limaland Motorsports Park Races, 1500 Dutch Hollow Road, Lima. www.limaland.com for the most current information. 7:30-10:30 p.m.
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Aug. 5 — Rally Point River Ride, with three routes for families, weekend bikers and seasoned riders. Entry fee goes to support Rally Point Youth Center. Ride times: 7-9 a.m. for the 50- and 62.5mile rides, then 9-11 a.m. for the 10- and 20-mile rides. Routes are fully supported with clean/swept routes and rest stops with refreshments. After the tour enjoy a free recovery massage, lunch, event T-shirt (while they last) and live music. To register online visit www.rallyup.org /bike or contact (419) 229-4444. Aug. 5 — Johnny Appleseed Amphitheater: Songs and Tails From The Woods, a popular, entertaining and educational nature program. 7 p.m. Free. Ottawa Metro Park Amphitheater, 2632 Ada Road, Lima. www.sammytunes.com. Aug. 5 — Heartbeat of Lima Car Show, Ahl Family Dealership, 2525 Allentown Road, Lima. Registration begins at 10 a.m. Trevor Howery (419) 371-0290. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Free. Aug. 6, 13 — Concerts in the Park, Faurot Park Rotary Pavilion, South Cole Street and Lakewood Avenue, Lima. Live musical entertainment. Bring lawn chairs and snacks. Aug. 6 The Icky Rickett Band, Aug. 13 No Right Turn. Aug. 6, 20 — Delphos Music in the Park, Hanser Family Pavilion at Stadium Park, Delphos. Food available 5:30 p.m. Concerts begin at 6. Aug. 6 — Midwest Dueling Pianos offer an interactive and wildly entertaining music and comedy dueling piano show. Aug 20 — Sauerkraut German Band will close the series for the year. The band plays polkas, waltzes, schottisches, marches and specialty numbers in traditional “oompah” style, along with many of the big band sounds of the ʼ40s and ʼ50s. Aug. 6 — YMCA/Kewpee Triathlon/Duathlon, Ottawa Metro Park, 2632 Ada Road, Lima. Pre-race meeting at 7:40 a.m. Triathlon is a 500-yard swim, 15-mile bike ride and 5K run. The duathlon involves a two-mile run, a 15-mile bike ride and 5K run. Registration includes T-shirt, finisher's medal, refreshments and door prizes. Awards will be given to the top three overall male and female racers as well as the top three in each age group. www.ohioroadraces.net. YMCA (419) 223-6045 or Dan Grime (419) 233-5487. Aug. 10-12 — Lincoln Highway Buy-way Yard Sale. An official traveler's guide has been created that includes a map of Ohio's Lincoln Highway alignments along with listings of many yard sales and community events along the way. This free guide is available free at the Lima Convention & Visitors Bureau. www.historicbyway.com. 419-468-6773 Aug. 10 — Trinity Music Ministries Benefit Concert, 7 p.m., Shawnee Alliance Church, 4455 Shawnee Road, Lima. Trinity singing group from Trinity Friends Church, Van Wert, will perform a concert to benefit the Alzheimerʼs Association. Doors open at 6 p.m. Aug. 12 — Johnny Appleseed Amphitheater: Home Grown Grass, 7 p.m., free, Ottawa Metro Park amphitheater, 2632 Ada Road, Lima. Bluegrass music. Aug. 12 — Basket Weaving Workshop, 9 a.m.-noon, $40, McElroy Environment Education Center, 2355 Ada Road, Lima. Join Chris Baker and Anne Bowman as they show you how to weave a small wastebasket. Call (419) 221-1232 to register by Aug. 8. Aug. 13 — Allen County Fair Parade, downtown Lima. Parade begins at Northland Plaza and travels south on Main Street, turning west onto Market Street, then north onto Elizabeth Street, and ending at Wayne Street. 2 p.m. Free. Aug. 18-26 — Allen County Fair, fairgrounds, 2750 Harding Highway, Lima. Events include the Kewpee Showcase of Bands, the rough truck competition and tug-a-truck, harness racing, a demolition derby and a cheerleading competition. Free parking at the fairgrounds. See highlights at www.allencofair.com. 8 a.m.-11 p.m. Season pass: $30; single ticket: $7. Children 6 and younger free. Aug. 26 — Bluffton Cars & Coffee, Masterpiece Signs & Graphics parking lot, 902 N. Main St., Bluffton. All makes, models and years. Coffee and pastries provided by Twisted Whisk Cafe. No charge. Win one of the free door prizes. 8-11 a.m. Free. Aug. 26 — Johnny Appleseed Amphitheater: Spittin' Image, 7 p.m., free, Ottawa Metro Park amphitheater, 2632 Ada Road, Lima. Identical twins Blain and Brian have created a high-quality musical and comedy duo performance, including audience participation and a high energy show. Continued on next page
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Sept. 1-3 — Max's Trader Days and Water Dog Races, 7 a.m.-midnight, Allen County Fairgrounds, 2750 Harding Highway, Lima. Water dog races, karaoke at the grandstands, golf cart parade and shopping. More than 1,800 flea market vendors will be selling dogs, guns, antiques, flea market items, tools, food, generators, jeans, work clothes, dog food, gold and silver jewelry, hunting gear, candles, golf carts, furniture, animals and crafts. $10 per day, $20 three-day pass; children under 12 are free. Schedule of events at www.maxstraderdaysandwaterdograces.com.
Sept. 3 — Bud Bash 2017, 4 p.m.-midnight, Lima HarleyDavidson Dealership, 3255 Fort Shawnee Industrial Drive, Lima. Live music and on site parking for motorcycles. Free parking and shuttle at 1501 S. Dixie Highway, Lima. Proceeds to benefit "Folds of Honor." $30 (advance tickets $25). Sept. 4 — Harrod Labor Day Community Garage Sales, Harrod. Food vendors. 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Sept. 4 — Labor Day Parade, downtown Lima. Staging of floats at Northland at 9 a.m. Parade proceeds down Main Street to Lima's Town Square. Music, clowns, candy, bands and floats. Free. Sept. 9 — Lima Area Concert Band: “Musical Journey Through the Ages,” 7:30 p.m., Veterans Memorial Civic & Convention Center, 7 Town Square, Lima. Adults $15, students free.
Sept. 14-17 — Delphos Canal Days Festival, Main Street, Delphos. Childrenʼs events include the kiddie tractor pull, pet parade, chalk art contest, fishing derby and the childrenʼs tent. Also Battle of the Business, car show, water ball contest, cheer competition and free entertainment from area bands, plus Canal Days Queen Pageant, basket bingo and the Annual Toast to the City. Friday 4 p.m.-midnight, Saturday 10 a.m.-midnight, Sunday 10 a.m.-
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6 p.m. The grand parade is at 2 p.m. Sunday along Second Street. Sept. 15-16 — Rebel Run, Allen County Fairgrounds, 2750 Harding Highway, Lima. People's Choice awards, entertainment, camping sites available and food. Sept. 15-17 — "Laughter on the 23rd Floor," Encore Theatre, 991 N. Shore Drive, Lima. A comedy by Neil Simon, rated PG-13 for adult language. Inspired by Simon's youthful experience as a staff writer on Sid Caesar's “Your Show of Shows,” “Laughter on the 23rd Floor” gives a peek into the writer's room of a hit 1950s television show. 8 p.m., 2 p.m. Sunday. $15 adults, $12 senior Citizens, high school and younger $10.
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Canal Commission Museum, 241 N. Main St., Delphos — Folklore museum, consisting of 8,500 square feet on three floors, features the history of the Miami-Erie Canal and the city and people of Delphos. The commission has an archival collection from history of the region, from Civil War letters home from soldiers to manuscript pages once used by the Paul Whiteman Band. There are canal related artifacts from a tin bathtub used on a canal boat to actual parts from the canal boat "Marguerite," which were pulled from the Miami-Erie Canal in 1989 by 57 Delphos youngsters. Museum is handicap accessible. Open 1-3 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays, 9 a.m.-noon Thursdays. Groups and tour by appointment. Admission is free. (419) 695-7737 or www.delphoscanalcommission.com.
Children's Museum, 620 W. Market St., Lima — A hands-on facility that encourages "learning by doing." New exhibits and activities are developed annually. Part of the Allen County Museum complex. (419) 222-9426.
Children's Garden, 620 W. Market St., Lima — The garden includes more than 30 mini theme gardens and child-inspired works of art, with elements that relate to Allen County history. Open May through October, dawn to dusk. The Allen County Children's garden is a project of the Allen County Master Gardeners. Part of the Allen County Museum Complex. (419) 302-4234. Open May through October, dawn to dusk.
Crouse Performance Hall, 7 Town Square, Lima — The 1,800seat, state-of-the-art facility is the home for the Lima Symphony Orchestra, the Lima Area Concert Band, the Town Square Music Company, the Town Square Celebrity Series and community organizations. The hall has hosted Broadway and professional touring companies, Sesame Street Live, illusionist David Copperfield and a wide range of theater, concert, dance and lecture events. Box office: (419) 224-1552 or boxoffice@limaciviccenter.com. Delphos Museum of Postal History, 339 N. Main St., Delphos — The transportation room includes antique vehicles, with murals of Delphos that correspond with the years the vehicles were used. Re-creation of a railway post office railcar similar to the one used on the AC & Y railroad that traveled from Delphos to Youngstown. Learn about the construction of the Delphos Post Office, which was influenced by the town's egg hatchery and mop factory. More than 100,000 stamps from around the world. The media center allows you to see numerous artifacts that are not on display. Meeting space and catering available for special programs. Open 1-3 p.m. Thursdays, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturdays. Groups and tours by appointment. Admission is free. (419) 303-5482 or www.postalhistorymuseum.org.
Encore Theatre, 991 N. Shore Drive, Lima — Amil Tellers of Dramatics Inc. performs a summer musical, five regular season plays, and at least three McDonalds Youth Theatre productions each year at the Encore Theatre. Box Office: (419) 223-8866 or
(800) 944-1441 or www.amiltellers.org. Lima Fire Fighters Memorial Museum, 1139 E. Elm St., Lima — From a 19th century horse-drawn steam pumper to the hero-inscribed honor walk, the museum perpetuates this great history of selfless duty. Dedicated on Memorial Day 1999, the Lima Fire Fighters Museum houses memorabilia from Lima's fire fighting history. Open for outdoor viewing during daylight hours. For tour arrangements call (419) 221-5164 or (419) 222-6075. www.limafiremuseum.org. John H. Keller Memorial Railway Exhibit, Lincoln Park, 1139 E. Elm St., Lima — On display are the Nickel Plate Road S-3, 2-84, No. 779 Berkshire, the NKP caboose No. 1091, and the NKP Business Car No. 5. The 779 was the last of the Berks built for the Nickel Plate, leaving the Lima Locomotive Works for the NKP in 1949. Guided tours available by appointment. (419) 221-5195 or www.cityhall.lima.oh.us. Lima Locos baseball team — A locally owned and supported baseball team is part of the Great Lakes Summer Collegiate League. The Locos play a 40-game schedule, 20 at home and 20 on the road, against teams from Euclid, Sandusky, Columbus and Grand Lake Celina. This wood-bat league is one of 15 summer collegiate leagues in the country. The Locos season is from June to August. Games are played at the Shawnee High School Field. Call (419) 991-4701 for schedules. Lion and Lamb Peace Arts Center, 1 University Drive, Bluffton University — Center promotes the study of peace and justice, cultural understanding and nonviolent responses to conflict with an emphasis on children. Resources for students, teachers, parents, campus and community, programming for children and all audiences of all ages. Visitors can browse the library collection and enjoy the art work, children's literature, original illustrations from picture books, sculptures, the Honda Outdoor Peace Sculpture Garden, International Peace Pole and Peace Thrones. (419) 3583207 or www.bluffton.edu. Open during the school season 9 a.m.5 p.m. Tuesday-Thursday, 9 a.m.-noon Friday. MacDonell House, Victorian Mansion, 632 W. Market St., Lima — The 1893 mansion has more than 15 rooms furnished in great detail and open to the public. This home and its decor are reminiscent of the great wealth brought into Allen County during the oil boom era. Part of the Allen County Museum Complex. Guided tours available through the museum. 1-5 p.m. Tuesday-Friday, 1-4 p.m. Saturday-Sunday. (419) 222-9426 or www.allencountymuseum.org. Musselman Library, 1 University Drive, Bluffton University — Libraryʼs historical collections trace the universityʼs heritage back to the beginnings of Anabaptism, including the Mennonite Historical Collections, reflecting the Mennonite affiliation of Bluffton University and the Swiss tradition of many constituents. (419) 358-3275 or www.bluffton.edu.
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Allen County ATTRACTIONS (CONTINUED)
Schoonover Observatory, 670 N. Jefferson St. in Schoonover Park, Lima — Open at 9 p.m. on the first Friday of the month, following the meetings of the Lima Astronomical Society. The public is encouraged to look through the 14-inch Celestron telescope. Members of the society operate the telescope and answer questions. The observatory also is open for special events related to sky phenomena. Programs can be arranged by appointment. (419) 371-1289 or www.limaastro.com. Shay Locomotive Display, 620 W. Market St., Lima — A restored narrow-gauge geared locomotive, known as the Shay Locomotive, was built in 1925 by the Lima Locomotive Works and is located at the Allen County Museum. (419) 222-9426. Spencerville Historical Museum, 119 E. Fourth St., Spencerville — Facility also houses the Spencerville Historical Society. 1-4 p.m. second and fourth Sunday of the month, or by appointment. (419) 647-4960. Swiss Homestead, 8350 Bixel Road, Bluffton — The Swiss Community Historical Society investigates and studies the history of the Bluffton-Pandora community, collecting and preserving papers, books, records, relics and other things of historic interest. The homestead is owned by the society. It is a typical Swiss settlement house built in 1843. The barn has an inscription stone reading 1854 set into the limestone wall on the east side, making it one of the earliest large barns in the area. Call for an appointment. P.O. Box
5, (419) 384-3412 or www.swisshistorical.com. Tilton Farm, 6555 Madden Road, Harrod — As you enter the gate and travel the winding path to Tilton Farm, imagine yourself taking a step back in time. View collections including Civic War artifacts and a room-sized, 3/4-inch scale circus. Open for tours, parties, receptions and meetings by reservation. Barb Tilton, (419) 648-6835 or (419) 235-2856. Veterans Memorial Freedom Flag Monument, 1191 Buckeye Road, Lima — Monument is in dedication to all those who are serving and have served the United States of America. This structure is the largest stationary flag in the United States. Open every day from dusk to dawn. Speakers available by appointment. Parking available and handicap accessible. Contact: The Johnny Appleseed Metropolitan Parks District: (419) 221-7070 or www.uawfreedomflag.com. Veterans Memorial Park, Harrod — The park displays a 155mm M114 A2 howitzer cannon, an M60 A3 battle tank and a UH-1 Huey helicopter. The park, adjacent to the Harrod Railroad Park, was created in honor and memory of all veterans who served in the United States armed forces. Open all year during daylight hours. Call for tours and information. (419) 648-7032. Welsh Community Museum, 7365 Gomer Road, Gomer — The Welsh Community Museum was established to serve as a center for Welsh culture, local history and genealogy. Open 1:30-4 p.m. the second and fourth Sundays of each month. (419) 642-2538, (419) 642-5911 or www.welsh-society.org.
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Ashland County JULY
July 22 — All Star National Flat Track Series Motorcycle Races, Ashland County Fairgrounds Ashland, 4-10 p.m. www.ashlandcountyfair.com. July 22 — Kandi's Kustoms Cruise-In, Kandi's Kustoms, 500 Virginia Ave., Ashland, 4-8 p.m. July 22 — Ashland Chautauqua: Voices of Courage, Myers Memorial Band Shell, Ashland, 7-9:30 p.m. www.ashlandchautauqua.org. July 23 — Ted Yoder: Hammered Dulcimer, Myers Memorial Band Shell, Ashland, 8-9:15 p.m. July 27 — Classical Revolution, Myers Memorial Band Shell, Ashland, 8-9:15 p.m. July 29 — JeromeFest, Jeromesville, noon-8 p.m. July 30 — Long Time Gone, Myers Memorial Band Shell, Ashland, 8-9:15 p.m.
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Tiffin farm markets also social occasions A maple syrup display at a Seneca County Farmers Market.
BY VICKI JOHNSON
Staff Writer vjohnson@advertiser-tribune.com
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County Farmers Markets.
“It’s our eighth anniversary of doing farm markets,” said John Detwiler, president & CEO of Seneca Regional Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Services. “It’s been an interesting eight years in terms of learning what works.”
Cover Stories He said the team tried to stretch the season from May through November, but are back to eight markets this year. “There’s a reason we’re back down to eight,” he said. “We discovered May is not a good farmers market month, nor is November.” In the beginning, he said, the market started with eight vendors, and it was at a different location. “We moved it between Market and Perry streets the following year and have continued to use that location,” he said. There are spots for 30 vendors and the market averages 25-28, depending on the time of year. Produce sellers generally include Barb & Dicks Berry Farm, Clay Hill Farms, Countryside Acres, Drown’s Farm Market, Joseph’s Greenhouse, Riehm Farms, Rimelspach Farm and Produce Co. and Veggies & Such. Other vendors sell such products as homemade soaps, breads and other baked goods, jams and jellies, and hand-dipped
chocolates. “We have people who come and go, depending on what they have to sell,” Detwiler said. Gem Yoga hosts free yoga classes and Market Buddies has children’s activities. The markets feature live music. “That was introduced when we first started,” Detwiler said. “Actually, it’s as much of a social occasion as a farm market occasion,” he said. “People look forward to every other Saturday coming out to the farm market.” He said dates were chosen so they don’t overlap the Fremont or Fostoria markets or Tiffin Flea Markets at the Seneca County Fairgrounds. “We want to make sure everybody has their Saturday they use,” he said. For more information, visit the Seneca County Farmers Market Facebook page and send a message, or contact the chamber office at (419) 447-4141 or info@tiffinchamber.com.
Visit our galleries and museums this summer! American Civil War Museum of Ohio Tiffin Glass Museum The Enchanted Moment Doll & Gift Shoppe Tiffin Historic Trust & Grammes-Brown House Seneca County Museum Tiffin Art Guild
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A shopper buys flowers at the Seneca County Farmers Market.
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BY VICKI JOHNSON
Staff Writer vjohnson@advertiser-tribune.com
FREMONT — Downtown Fremont’s annual season of farmers markets is in full swing this summer. Kristie A. Bilger, executive director of Downtown Fremont Inc., said she’s excited about the farm market season. “We’ve been doing this a very long time,” she said. “We have quite the following.” The markets are not only about local produce in season, she said, but they’re about healthy living, socializing and shopping. Each market has a theme, she said. “It might be a car show or it might be an ethnic event,” she said. “The idea is to draw in different people, not only from Ohio but from different places.” Remaining dates and themes for markets this year are:
Aug. 5 - Dog Days of Summer Aug. 19 - Dignity & Respect Sept. 2 - Paint the Town 5K Color Run Sept. 16 - Street Play Saturday Oct. 7 - Remember When … Oct. 21 - Harvest Happenings
In its 12th year, the market drew Croghan Colonial Bank as the lead sponsor. “The markets are pretty big,” Bilger said. “We get a good mix of people.” About 60 vendors set up on a regular basis including several local farmers selling produce. “But we also have jams and crafts and honey and butter,” she said. “Promedica comes out and does wellness checks. I think we have a good mix of artisans and informational things.” The markets has live music 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
“There’s good people down there and they’re all local,” she said. “Food trucks and local restaurants.” The market has an educational aspect as well. “We try to have every market be a little different,” she said. One example might be a workshop on recycling and how to make rain barrels. Another might teach people how to use the produce they buy. “We take it for granted that people know what to do with the squash,” she said. “Not so much.” Other topics are breads and oils and recipes. “They seem to get bigger every year,” she said. Bilger said the Fremont market has become an test plot for small business where people open a farm market shop to test business ideas. “It’s a really good incubator to see if your business is going to be good,” she said. “Do people like my pies? Would it be safe to open a business?” She said people have tested clothing lines, dresses and handmade purses. “They use it to see if they can get a following,” she said. The market takes place on Fremont’s main downtown block on Front Street near many stores and shops. “We bring people to downtown Fremont to enjoy and go into the businesses, which is the ultimate goal for all this,” she said. “They happen rain or shine. No matter what, we still have them. And people attend.” For more information on Downtown Fremont’s farmers markets, call (419) 3328696 or email mainstreet@fremontohio.org. Visit the Downtown Fremont Farmer’s Market Facebook page or click the farmers mar-
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Aug. 10-12 — Lincoln Highway Buy-Way Yard Sale, across Ohio. Aug. 10 — Alliance Chorus, Myers Memorial Band Shell, Ashland, 8-9:15 p.m. Aug. 11 — Sundown Sounds: Just Jazz, PNC Park, corner of Main and Orange streets, Ashland, 4:30-6:30 p.m. Aug. 12 — Lincoln Highway Car Show, UH Samaritan on Main, 663 E. Main St., Ashland, 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m., www.visitashlandohio.com. Aug. 12 — Veterans Appreciation Day, Ashland County Airport, 714 Orange Township Road, Ashland, 3-10 p.m. Aug. 13 — Opus II and Ashland Regional Ballet, Myers Memorial Band Shell, Ashland, 8-9:15 p.m. Aug. 19 — Catfish Tournament, Ashland County Wildlife Conservation Farm, 1930 CR 1035, Ashland, 4-9 p.m. Aug. 25-27 — Game Day and Augustfest Weekend, Charles Mill Lake Park, 1277A SR 430, Mansfield. (419) 368-6885 or www.charlesmillpark.mwcd.org.
SEPTEMBER
Sept. 2 — Fireworks by the Lake, Pleasant Hill Lake Park, 99:30 p.m. www.pleasanthillparkohio.org. Sept. 8 — Sundown Sounds: Tom's Kitchen Table, PNC Park, corner of Main and Orange streets, Ashland, 5-7 p.m. Sept. 9 — Rebel Rousers Rumble, Old Armory, 512 E. Main St., Ashland, 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Sept. 9 — Ashland Symphony: Divinely Dvorak, Archer Auditorium, 1440 King Road, Ashland, 7:30 p.m.
ATTRACTIONS
Ashland County Fairgrounds, 2042 Claremont Ave. — Home of the Ashland County Fair in September, plus a series of events, auctions and shows through the year. (419) 289-0466 or www.ashlandcountyfair.com. Ashland County Historical Museum, 420 Center St. — The Ashland County Historical Society campus consists of three houses. The Manor House was built by J.P. Cowan in 1859. In 1952, it was given to Ashland College to be used as a residence for the president. In 1969, the university used it as a historical center. In 1981, the Historical Society bought the house. The Carriage House followed. In 1996, the Noonan House was built. Tours available April 1-Dec. 31 1-3:30 p.m. Wednesday and Friday. No appointment necessary during tour hours.(419) 289-3111 or www.ashlandhistory.org. Big Boulder Falls Adventure Golf — 3045 SR 3, Loudonville. (419) 994-4097. Camp Toodik Family Campground, Cabins, & Canoeing — 7700 TR 462, Loudonville. (419) 994-3835 or (877) 886-7866. Center Street Historic District — 58 buildings on Center Street from Vernon to 414 Center St. and from Town Center and Walnut Street between Samaritan and Morgan avenues, Ashland, on the National Register of Historic Places, features architecture of mid-19th-century Revival, late 19th and 20th-century Revivals, Late Victorian, Colonial Revival, Greek Revival, Queen Anne. Charles Mill Lake — SR 603 and SR 430. 1,350 acres of water (10 horsepower limit), 2,000 acres of land, 500 campsites (class A
with and without electric) in two locations, swimming beach, hiking trails. (419) 368-6885. Cleo Red Fisher Museum — 203 E. Main St., Loudonville. (419) 994-5800 or (419) 994-4050. Coburn Art Gallery, 401 College Ave., Ashland. The Coburn Gallery serves as Ashland University's primary resource for the viewing of visual art by the academic community and the public. The gallery focuses on the work of nationally known contemporary artists as well as Ashland University art faculty and students. (419) 289-5652 or www.ashland.edu/node/17497. Country Stage Music Park, 40A TR 1031, Nova. The park offers four bluegrass music concerts annually in a family atmosphere. (440) 213-8358. Hayesville Opera House — Hayesville. One of the few remaining examples of an American theater built in 1886. www.bright.net/~opera/hayesville. Honey Haven Farm, 1327 CR 1475, Ashland. Working farm offering farm market with its own produce, flower market and greenhouse, seasonal pumpkin patch and corn mazes, straw maze, petting zoo for kids and seasonal country store. (419) 289-3384 or www.honeyhavenfarm.com. Loudonville Canoe Rentals — 424 W. Main St., Loudonville. (419) 994-4161 or (888) CANOELO or www.loudonvillecanoe.com. Johnny Appleseed Outdoor Drama & Heritage Center — SR 603 south of SR 30. (800) 642-0388. Kenhurst Village — 22462 Wally Road, Glenmont. (740) 5996741. Mohican Adventures Go-Karts/Miniature Golf — 3045 SR 3, Loudonville. Canoeing, camping, cabin rentals, RVs, go-karts, mini golf. (419) 994-4020 or (800) MO-CANOE. Mohican Canoe Livery And Fun Center — 3058 SR 3, Loudonville (419) 994-4097 or (800) 662-2663 or www.mohicancanoe.com. Mohican Challenge Course — 709 S. Market, Loudonville. (800) 251-4071. Mohican Reservation Campgrounds and Canoeing — 23270 Wally Road, Loudonville. (419) 994-1901, (800) 766-2267 or www.mohicanreservation.com. Mohican State Park — 3116 SR 3, Loudonville. (419) 9944290. Mohican State Park Resort — 1098 CR 3006, Perrysville. (419) 938-5411, (800) At A Park or www.mohicanresort.com Mohican Valley Canoe Livery — SR 3 south of Loudonville. (800) 682-2663 or http://www.mohicanvalley.com. Mohican Water Slide and Riding Stables — 1014 S. Mt. Vernon Ave., Loudonville. (419) 994-2304. Mohican Wilderness Campgrounds — 22462 Wally Road, Glenmont (614) 599-6741 or www.mohican.net. Myers Memorial Band Shell, corner of West Main Street and Parkside Drive, Ashland. Site of City of Ashland Parks and Recreationʼs annual 19-concert season at Brookside Park. Performances every Thursday and Sunday evening mid-June through mid-August. (419) 289-8247 or www.ashlandbandshell.weebly.com. The Ohio Theatre — 156 North Water St., Loudonville. (419) 994-3750. Pleasant Hill Lake — SR 95, Perrysville. 850 acres of water, 1,345 acres of land, 380 campsites (class A full hookups and with electric), swimming beach, concession, camp store and restaurant. (419) 938-7884 or www.mwcdlakes.com. Wolf Creek Pine Run Gristmill — SR 3 1 mile south of the Mohican State Park Cabins, Loudonville. (419) 668-2497.
Auglaize-Mercer Counties JULY
July 16 — Golden Triangle Summer Concert Series, 6 p.m., in New Bremen at the Crown Pavilion, with Walt Shmitmeyer and the Moonlighters. July 19-23 — Wapakoneta Summermoon Festival, downtown Wapakoneta. www.wapakoneta.com/summer-moonfestival/.
July 23 — Fireman's Picnic, New Bremen, 1 p.m.-midnight at the Crown Pavilion in New Bremen. Enjoy kids water ball competition, memorial 5K night run, raffle, beer, food stands, firemen water challenge, kids games, live music by AC Swing and Randy & Munch. - See more at: www.seemore.org/events/95th-annualnew-bremen-firemens-picnic/#sthash.nyc2Q1lI.dpuf.
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July 23 — Island Vibe, Ft. Recovery Van Trees Park, 7 p.m. July 23 — Celina Concert Series, Lakeshore Park, 6:30 p.m. July 28-30 — Celina Lake Festival, Lake Shore Park, Celina. Festival activities centered around Grand Lake St. Marys, with a fireworks display over the lake, plus a boat poker run, the International Amphicar Convention, rides, a classic car show, parade, festival foods, craft show, 5K run, sidewalk sales and children's games. www.lakefestival.com/. July 30 — Golden Triangle Summer Concert Series, 6 p.m., in Minster Machine Centennial Park. July 30 — American Kings, Fort Recovery Van Trees Park, 7 p.m. July 30-Aug. 5 — Auglaize County Fair, Auglaize County Fairgrounds, 1001 Fairview Drive, Wapakoneta.
AUGUST
Aug. 3-6 — Coldwater Community Picnic, 5 p.m.-midnight, Memorial Park, Coldwater. Aug. 4 — Mollie B, St. Henry Freedom Amphitheater, 7:30 p.m. Aug. 5 — Buzzards Glory 5K, Coldwater Park, 8:30 a.m. Aug. 6 — Todd Herendeen, Fort Recovery Van Trees Park, 7 p.m. Aug. 6 — Celina Concert Series, Lakeshore Park, 6:30 p.m. Aug. 6 — Golden Triangle Summer Concert Series, 6 p.m., in New Bremen at the Crown Pavilion. Enjoy the sounds of “Sensational Soul Brothers.” Aug. 11-13 — St. Marys Summerfest, noon-midnight, Memorial Park, downtown St. Marys. Entertainment will include Top Tier, ß∑Another Round, Bubba & Beck, My Sister Sarah, Nashville Crush and Shelby County Line. www.stmaryssummerfest.com. Aug. 11-17 — Mercer County Fair, Mercer County Fairgrounds, 1001 W. Market St., Celina. Aug. 13 — Kaitlyn Baker, Fort Recovery Van Trees Park, 7 p.m. Aug. 13 — Golden Triangle Summer Concert Series, 6:30 p.m., Minster Machine Centennial Park. Aug. 18 — American Kings, St. Henry Freedom Amphitheater, 7:30 p.m. Aug. 18-20 — Bremenfest, SR 66 and SR 274, New Bremen, food, free entertainment, rides, tournaments and games along the banks of the historic Miami-Erie Canal in downtown New Bremen. Also, chili cook-off, muscle car show, fishing derby and mud volleyball tournament. www.bremenfest.com. Aug. 18 — Auglaize Acres Cruisin for Memories, 4-8 p.m., Auglaize Acres, 13093 Infirmary Road, judging 6-7 p.m., registration 4-6. $10 registration. Awards to top 10 vehicles, dash plaques for first 50 vehicles. Family entertainment, chicken dinners, bake sale and kids Power Wheel car show, with prizes to Power Wheel participants. Aug. 26-27 — Space Station Saturday and Sunday, 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m., Armstrong Air & Space Museum, 500 Apollo Drive, Wapakoneta. Saturday, visit the museum and build a space station with kids from across the world. The earthʼs national and regional space agencies built the International Space Station one module at a time. Employ the same method as you launch modules throughout the day. Each module will be made of cardboard and participants can use their imagination to determine what purpose each unit will serve. Sunday, use shoe boxes or similarly sized containers to build a smaller scale space station inside the museum. Decorate each module to indicate if it is intended for living quarters, scientific research, or station operations. Admission required for smaller-scale space station. www.armstrongmuseum.org. Aug. 27 — Golden Triangle Summer Concert Series, 6 p.m., in New Bremen at Crown Pavilion. Listen to the sounds of the AC Swing Band. Aug. 27 — Lima Area Concert Band, Parkway High School, 400 Buckeye St, Rockford, 3 p.m.
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Auglaize County Courthouse, 201 Willipie St., Wapakoneta — This neoclassical structure of Berea sandstone features a central gallery open to the second floor making the stained glass skylight visible from both floors. “The Copper Lady,” which once stood atop the courthouse tower was restored for the buildingʼs 100th birthday in 1994 and now has a place in the gallery. For group tours, call (419) 738-3612. Auglaize County Historical Society/Mooney Museum, 223 S. Main St., St. Marys — Building once belonged to Daniel Mooney, former ambassador to Paraguay. Early Auglaize historical artifacts and photos. Open 1-3 p.m. on first and third Sundays of each month. Other tours by appointment, (419) 394-7069. Belle of St. Marys, Miami-Erie Canal, Memorial Park — 76foot-long, 14-foot-wide replica of a packet canal boat. Bicycle Museum of America, 7 W. Monroe St., New Bremen — Opened in 1997 as museum dedicated to the history of cycling. Features more than 250 vintage bicycles. Open year around. Summer hours: 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Monday-Friday. Winter hours: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday. (419) 629-9249, www.bicyclemuseum.com. Cridersville Historical Museum, West Sugar Street, Cridersville — An 1890 church depicting history of the town and surrounding area and an 1836 log house, which is the original home of Daniel Bowsher. Open the first and third Sundays of each month. (419) 645-5955. Fort Amanda Park, SR 198, 7 1/2 miles northwest of Wapakoneta — Monument and park mark the site of a War of 1812 fort erected under order of Gen. William Henry Harrison. The remains of 75 soldiers, marked “Unknown Soldier, War of 1812,” lie beside the Auglaize River. Picnic area, hiking trails. Part of Limaʼs Johnny Appleseed Metroparks. Open dawn-dusk May-November. (419) 657-6782. Grand Lake St. Marys, Auglaize and Mercer counties — Constructed as a feeder lake for the Miami-Erie Canal, the lake, at its completion in 1845, was the largest man-made lake. The reservoir rests on the summit between the Ohio River and Lake Erie. Now Ohioʼs largest inland lake, it covers 13,500 acres and 52 miles of shoreline. Picnicking, swimming, fishing, boating, camping. Grand Lake St. Marys State Park, 834 Edgewater Drive, St. Marys — Dedicated as a state park in 1949. Includes 216 campsites, two rental cabins, two rent-a-camps, campers-only swimming beach, boat tie-ups, horseshoe pits, sand volleyball, basketball, tennis court, nine-hole putt putt golf course. Park has four public swimming beaches and swimming areas for boaters, picnic areas, shelter houses, hunting in designated areas and seasonal duck blinds available by lottery from the Ohio Department of Natural Resources. (419) 394-3611. Memorial Park, downtown St. Marys — Park rests beside old canal flowing through downtown. Miami-Erie Canal Towpath — 3.5-mile path is a hiking trail from St. Marys Memorial Park to Forty Acre Pond just north of St. Marys. Site of the ʻʻAnnual Walk with Natureʼʼ each October. Armstrong Air & Space Museum, Interstate 75 exit 111, 500 S. Apollo Drive, Wapakoneta — Ohio Historical Society site honoring Wapakoneta native astronaut Neil Armstrongʼs historic walk on the moon. Interactive exhibits with a space shuttle landing simulator and a lunar landing simulator. Also features Gemini and Apollo spacesuits. An Infinity Room and Astrotheater give visitors the experience of traveling through space on a moon mission. Opened in 1972. Open year-round 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays, noon-5 p.m. Sundays and holidays. (419) 738-8811, (800) 860-0142 or www.armstrongmuseum.org. New Bremen Historic Museum/ Luellen House, 120-122 N. Main St., New Bremen — One of the first non-log houses in the original plat of 1833. Open 2-4 p.m. Sundays June-August, (419) 629-3321. New Knoxville Historical Museum, 107 E. German St., New Knoxville — Preserves the history of the New Knoxville area. (419) 753-2721. Northwood Lighthouse, off SR 703, Northmoor on north side of Grand Lake St. Marys between Celina and St. Marys — No public access. Viewing from the lake only.
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St. Marys Memorial Park, East Street, St. Marys — Dedicated to World War I veterans, the park rests beside the old Miami-Erie Canal. Moored in the park is the Belle of St. Marys, a 76-foot-long, 14-foot-wide full-scale replica of a packet canal boat built by local craftsmen. Canal boat open 8 a.m.-5 p.m. daily. (419) 394-3303, ext. 112. St. Marys Theater/Grand Ballroom Entertainment Complex, 119 W. Spring St., St. Marys — live stage performances. (877) 6263006 State Fish Hatchery, East Bank Road, St. Marys — One of six hatcheries in Ohio, its the only one that raises yellow perch and largemouth bass. Also raised are channel catfish, fathead minnows, walleye, northern pike and saugeye. Open 7 a.m.-3:30 p.m. weekdays. Free tours available by appointment. (419) 394-5170.
MERCER ATTRACTIONS
Baker Woods State Nature Preserve, between Buscher and St. Anthony roads north and west of Coldwater — Visitor permit required from the Ohio Department of Natural Resources Division of Natural Areas and Preserves. High-quality, old-growth forest remnant with oaks, hickories and maples.
Celina-Coldwater Bike Path — 4 1/2-mile long, 10-foot-wide path on an old railroad bed between Celina and Coldwater.
Courthouse, 101 N. Main St., Celina — Corinthian columns; Bedford limestone; bronze doors; marble floors, walls and staircases; colored glass dome. (419) 586-3178.
Eldora Speedway, 13929 SR 118, New Weston (just south of Mercer County line in Darke County) — Nationally known speedway featuring the fastest mile dirt track in the nation. Hosts sprint, midget, modified and stock races including the famous All Star Outlaw Sprints, the annual Kings Royal Race and the USAC Four Crown Nationals. (937) 338-3815, www.eldoraspeedway.com.
Fort Recovery State Museum, SR 119 and 49, Fort Recovery — Two reconstructed block houses, a connecting stockade, and exhibits depicting the Indian Wars of the 1790s. One of the largest collections of Indian artifacts in Ohio. Fort Recovery was site of the defeat of Gen. Arthur St. Clair in 1791 and the defense of the fort by Gen. “Mad” Anthony Wayne in 1794. An 1840 log cabin and blacksmith shop are nearby. Noon-5 p.m. daily June-August, noon5 p.m. weekends only May and September. Group tours by appointment. (419) 375-4649, www.bright.net/-fortrecovery. Grand Lake St. Marys (See Auglaize County).
Grand Slam USA Family Fun Center, 911 E. Wayne St., Celina — Roller skating, laserball, indoor roller hockey, slam dunk basketball, space ball, indoor batting cages and outdoor miniature golf course. Open year round. (419) 586-5037.
Maria Stein Heritage Museum, 2291 St. Johns Road, Maria Stein — On the second floor of a former convent building, the museum interprets the German settlements of Auglaize and Mercer counties and the history of the Sisters of the Precious Blood. Open noon-4 p.m. Tuesday-Sunday May-October. (419) 925-4532, www.mariasteincenter.org. Mercer County Courthouse, 101 N. Main St., Celina — Fortyfoot Ionic columns grace the four entrances to the gray Bedford limestone courthouse. Interior is enhanced with large bronze doors, marble floors, walls and staircases and a colored glass courthouse dome. Group tours by appointment, (419) 586-3178.
Mercer County Historical Museum, 130 E. Market St., Celina — Chronicles the past 200 years of county life. Also known as the Riley House. Genealogical materials and local history books. Open 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Wednesday-Friday in the summer and Sundays
October-April. (419) 586-6065.
National Marian Shrine of the Holy Relics, 2291 St. Johns Road, Maria Stein — The shrine contains 500 relics of the saints and is the second-largest collection of its type in the United States. Built in 1890, the shrine and the adjacent former convent were placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1976. Open 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Tuesday-Sunday. (419) 925-4532: www.mariasteincenter.org.
Mercer County Wildlife Area, US 127 and east on 703 — The 1,408-acre wildlife refuge provides resting and feeding areas for local and migrant wildlife. Observation is from parking area only.
Northwood Lighthouse, off SR 703, Northmoor, on north side of Grand Lake St. Marys between Celina and St. Marys. No public access. Viewing from lake only.
Putters Lane Golf and Games, 04331 SR 66, Minster — Miniature golf, redemption arcade, pizza and homemade ice cream, water wars. Open for birthday parties and corporate golf tournaments. (419) 628-1814
Romer's Catering & Overdrive Entertainment, 321 S. Eastern Ave., St. Henry — Special event venue featuring national concerts and comedians, plus weddings, fundraisers, school events, corporate events and picnics. (419) 925-9999 or www.romerscatering.com.
Rotary Lighthouse, Main Street (US 127) and Lake Shore Drive, Celina — Built in 1986 by Celina Rotary Club on the west bank of Grand Lake St. Marys to provide a grand view of the lake.
St. Charles Center, 2860 US 127 South, Celina — This former seminary rests on 500 acres. Its first buildings were erected in 1861 by the Society of the Precious Blood. The current structure is a late Gothic Revival building that features a 370-foot frontage and is topped by a five-story octagonal dome. Groups tours by appoint-
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Crawford County JULY
July 16-22 — Crawford County Fair, 610 Whetstone St., Bucyrus. 4-H exhibits, food, contests, entertainment. (419) 5627936 or www.crawfordcofair.com. July 23 — Concert in Aumiller Park, 7 p.m., at the bell tower. United in Harmony. Bring chairs, blankets and insect repellent. Free water provided by The Salvation Army. info@visitbucyrus.com or 419-562-0720. July 25 – Sensory Hike, 6-7 p.m., Lowe-Volk Park, 2401 SR 598. Hike is geared towards families that have children with autism. Take a quiet stroll through the park to listen for the calls of birds, such as the “sweet, sweet, sweet, iʼm so sweet” song of the yellow warbler. While keeping an eye out for any ants or other insects scurrying across the trail, weʼll also stop to smell the mountain mint. We may even taste a plant or two. Crawford Park District (419) 683-9000 or www.crawfordparkdistrict.org. July 27 — Music at Mural: Maybe Later, 7:30-9 p.m., Millennium Park, Washington Square, Bucyrus. Free. Bucyrus Chamber of Commerce www.bucyrusohio.com. July 28-30 — Fireman's Festival, Liberty Township Volunteer Fire Department, Liberty Street, Sulphur Springs. Music, food, a raffle and the annual 5K. (419) 562-6477 or the BTVB (419) 5620720. July 30 — Bucyrus Historical Days, Scroggs House, 202 S. Walnut St., Bucyrus. Join the Bucyrus Historical Society for a look back in time at the cityʼs history. Historical Society (419) 562-6386. July 30 — Concert in Aumiller Park, 7 p.m., at the bell tower. Marion Concert Band. Bring chairs, blankets and insect repellent. Free water provided by The Salvation Army. info@visitbucyrus.com or 419-562-0720.
AUGUST
Aug. 4 – First Friday Bucyrus, tribute party with “Police, Firemen and EMTs” theme, downtown Sandusky Avenue, Bucyrus, 58 p.m. Sip, shop and stroll the downtown streets during family friendly event. Bucyrus Chamber of Commerce www.bucyrusohio.com or call the BTVB (419) 562-0720. Aug. 4-5 — Family Tent Camping, 7 p.m.-10 a.m, Lowe-Volk Park, 2401 SR 598, fun-filled family evening. Come any time after 5 p.m., to set up your tent around the pond. Registration will begin at 7 p.m., with programs starting at 7:30. Bring a treat or a dish to share with other campers. Yard games, fishing, campfire, woodland night hike and more are on the agenda. Breakfast will be provided Saturday morning. Call the Nature Center (419) 683-9000 to reserve a spot. Crawford Park District (419) 683-9000 or www.crawfordparkdistrict.org. Aug. 5 — 1980s Throwback Cruisin' and Lap Night, 8-10:30 p.m. Cruise Bucyrus with family and friends and eat at local restaurants. Vintage cars welcome, but not required. BTVB (419) 5620720. Aug. 6 — Concert in Aumiller Park, 7 p.m., at the bell tower. Rolling Hams. Bring chairs, blankets and insect repellent. Free water provided by The Salvation Army. info@visitbucyrus.com or
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419-562-0720. Aug. 8 — Mason Jar Canvas Event, Cooperʼs Mill, 5:30-7 p.m. Evening painting bright flowers blooming out of inspirational mason jars. Local artist Kymberlee Stockmaster-Wood will take everyone through step-by-step instructions. Snacks will be included. For an added cost, you can purchase a Cooper's Mill meal. To register or for more information, contact Cooperʼs Mill (419) 562-4215. Aug. 10 — Music at Mural: United in Harmony, 7:30-9 p.m., Millennium Park, Washington Square, Bucyrus. Free. Bucyrus Chamber of Commerce www.bucyrusohio.com. Aug. 11-13 — Lincoln Highway Buy-Way Yard Sale comes to Crawford County; visit locations in Bucyrus, Galion, Crestline and Oceola. BTVB info@visitbucyrus.com or (419) 562-0720, or www.historicbyway.com/buy-way-yard-sale. Aug. 13 — Concert in Aumiller Park, 7 p.m., at the bell tower. River Rats. Bring chairs, blankets and insect repellent. Free water provided by The Salvation Army. info@visitbucyrus.com or 419562-0720. Aug. 18 – Third Friday in Galion, uptown Galion, 4:30-8 p.m. Retailers to stay open late, restaurants will offer food and drink specials and vendors can set up in designated spaces on the square. Miranda Jones, Galion-Crestline Chamber (419) 468-7737 or mjones@galion-crestlinechamber.org. Aug. 17-19 — Bucyrus Bratwurst Festival, downtown Bucyrus, parades each day, live entertainment, food vendors, crafts and other vendors. Celebrate a local tradition with the best, freshest, local bratwurst. www.bucyrusbratwurstfestival.com. Aug. 19 — Best “Wurst” Bike Tour, 7 a.m.-3 p.m. Choose from a family friendly 12-mile, 32-mile, 65-mile or 100-mile routes. T-shirts, patches and more; scenic views of Crawford County. New start location at Pickwick Place, 1875 N. Sandusky Ave., Bucyrus. Registration forms available at www.visitbucyrus.com. Contact: BTVB info@visitbucyrus.com or (419) 562-0720. Aug. 24 - Music at Mural: Glass Forest, 7:30-9 p.m., Millennium Park, Washington Square, Bucyrus. Free. Bucyrus Chamber of Commerce www.bucyrusohio.com. Aug. 25 — Lincoln Way Car and Bike Show, 1-5 p.m., 2817 SR 602, Bucyrus. All vehicles welcome; $10 entry, 25 trophies, 50 dash plaques; concessions; 50/50; music; door prizes. Awards at 4:30 p.m. Free for spectators. Terry Agin (419) 562-4363.
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Sept. 14-16 — Crestline Harvest Festival, 100 N. Seltzer St., Crestline. Vendors, bands, rides and parade. (419) 689-3711 or www.facebook.com/CrestlineHarvestFestival. Sept. 16 — Kelly Vaughn, 7-9 p.m., Normanʼs Niche, 219 S. Sandusky Ave., Bucyrus. Natalie at Normanʼs Niche (419) 6171126 or NormansNiche@midohio.twcbc.com. Sept. 17 – Eliminators Car Cruise-In, Bucyrus McDonalds, 1660 Marion Road, Bucyrus. The Eliminators Car Club will offer a classic car, truck and bike cruise-in to benefit Ronald McDonald House charities. Crary (419) 562-7050 or the BTVB (419) 5620720. Continued on next page
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Crawford County ATTRACTIONS
Brownella Cottage, 132 S. Union St., Galion — Original home and furnishings of Bishop William Montgomery Brown. Houses Galion Historical Museum. 1:30-3:30 p.m. Sundays May-October. Weekday group tours by appointment year round. (419) 468-9338. Bucyrus Copper Kettle Works Limited, 119 S. Walnut St., Bucyrus — Last of the old copper shops in America still making original product, apple butter kettles, primarily by hand. Tours 1011 a.m. and 12:30-2 p.m. Monday-Friday. (419) 562-6891. Bucyrus Historical Society, 202 S. Walnut St. — Features memorabilia from founding families of Bucyrus, plus items from Americaʼs wars, and souvenirs from aviatrix Loretta Schimmoler, a friend of Amelia Earhart. Open 1-4 p.m. Monday and 2-4 p.m. Sunday April-December. (419) 562-6386. Cabin at Willow Hollow, 5183 Stetzer Road, Bucyrus — It brings together gifts and home decor from local artisans and features the handcrafted hardwood furniture of Dick Hancock. (419) 562-9117. Carlʼs Gas Station, 836 Hopley Ave. – A place to enjoy the historic Sinclair gas station, vintage cars and memories from the 1950s. (419) 562-8225. Cooperʼs Mill, 1414 N. Sandusky Ave., Bucyrus — Step back in time and watch old-fashioned apple butter, jams and jellies cooking over a wood fire. Features homemade fudge and gift shop. Open 8:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday-Saturday. (419) 562-4215. Crestline Shunk Museum, 211 N. Thomas St. — Features items from Crestlineʼs beginnings. Special features are the Railroad Room and the Indian Room. Open 2-4 p.m. last full weekends of the month May-September. Private tours, group or individual, can be scheduled at any time. (419) 683-3410. Crossroads Original Designs Factory Store, 115 Crossroads Blvd., Bucyrus —Family-owned and operated manufacturer of scented candles, reed diffusers, room sprays, framed art and home
décor accessories. The in-house factory store has a viewing window into the production area so you can see “behind the scenes.” (866) 247-0156. Hankʼs Garage, located at The Car Guys business, 1780 E. Mansfield St., Bucyrus. Features an indoor collection of classic cars including the largest known operating Edsel car collection. (419) 562-3600 or mike@gotocarguys.com. Heckert Nature Preserve, on the south side of SR 19, halfway in between Bucyrus and Galion, contains unusually large and well preserved wetland areas. HideAway Bed & Breakfast Inn, 15 minutes north of Marion — Featured in the New York Times, the inn welcomes tours for picnics and watching the resident great horned owl and bald eagles. (800) 570-8233 Lowe-Volk Park, on SR 598 three miles north of Galion, is 38 acres in size and features one and one-half miles of hiking trails that visit three streams including the start of the Sandusky River, a picnic area, catch and release fishing in the pond and streams, fern covered sandstone ledges, forests, wetlands and open fields. The Lowe-Volk Park Nature Center features a classroom, 17 interpretive nature and local history exhibits, live reptile and amphibian displays, a bird feeder and butterfly garden observation room. Center is handicapped accessible and has restrooms available. Sears Woods State Nature Preserve, one mile southwest of Bucyrus on SR 4, then two miles west on Mt. Zion Road. The 98acre natural area features one of the best preserved forests in Ohio. The hiking trails are more than a mile in length and visit a small meadow and large forest, with some of the trail along the Sandusky River. Unger Park, on Nevada Road about one mile west of the square in Bucyrus, is 53 acres in size and features more than two miles of hiking trails that are open daily from sunrise to sunset. Visitors can see a prairie, forest, wetland, pond, and the Sandusky River. The trails connect to Aumiller Park and the Friendship bridge over the Sandusky.
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July 22-23 — Master Gardeners Plant Sale, pig and lamb building, Delaware County Fairgrounds, 236 Pennsylvania Ave., Delaware. (740) 362-3851, (800) 335-3247 or www.delawarecountyfair.com.
July 22 — Celebration of the Sun, 4 p.m., Perkins Observatory, 3199 US 23 S., Delaware. Weather permitting, Perkins staff and volunteers will help guests to view sunspots and solar prominences (explosions on the sun's surface) using special telescopes and eclipse glasses. Other activities are planned. To reserve tickets, call (740) 363-1257 or visit www.owu.edu/perkins.
July 23, 30 — Harmony in the Park, 7 p.m., Bicentennial Park, Washington and Park streets, Delaware. July 23: Ohio Heartland Chorus and Marionaires Chorus; July 30: Ain't Misbehaving.
July 28-30 — Ironman 70.3 Triathlon, is a 1.2-mile swim; a 56-mile, 3-county bike race; and a double-loop, 13.1-mile run. July 28 noon-7 p.m., athlete check-in at Selby Stadium; July 29 9 a.m.4 p.m., athlete check-in at Selby Stadium, plus 10 a.m.-5 p.m. mandatory bike check-in at Delaware State Park beach; July 30 7 a.m. race start at Delaware State Park Beach. The Ironman 70.3 Ohio will offer 30 qualifying slots to the 2018 Ironman 70.3 World Championship in Nelson Mandela Bay, South Africa. www.ironman.com or (303) 444-4316. July 28-30 — Summer Blast Hog Roast and Outdoor Concert, Classic Car Show and More, BlackWing Shooting Club, 3722 Marysville Road, Delaware. Details at www.blackwingsc.com. Friday: dinner (ticket required) and outdoor concert (free) begins at 5:30 p.m.; Saturday: classic car show 11 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sunday: meet and greet Delaware County's first responders. (740) 3637555, ext. 205.
AUGUST
Aug. 4, 11, 18, 25 — Music in the Village, 6:30 p.m., Village Pavilion on West Cherokee Drive behind the police station in Shawnee Hills. Bring blankets, lawn chairs, munchies and beverages. Area restaurants will be offering picnic baskets to enjoy during the concerts. Admission is free and there are several designated parking areas. Aug. 4 Arnett Howard, Aug. 11 Delynn Christian, Aug. 18 Jim Cunningham Star Students, Aug. 25 Andy Shaw. Aug. 4, 11, 18, 25 — An Evening at Perkins Observatory, 9 p.m., Perkins Observatory, 3199 US 23 S., Delaware. Program content varies based on sky conditions and may include a planetarium-style show, tours of the observatory, and/or observing with the 32-inch Schottland telescope and other telescopes, weather permitting. Tickets required. (740) 363-1257 or perkins@owu.edu. Aug. 6, 13, 20, 27 — Harmony in the Park, 7 p.m., Bicentennial Park, Washington and Park streets, Delaware. Aug. 6: Trombones Plus; Aug. 13: Olentangy Menʼs Chorus; Aug. 20: ice cream social 5:30 p.m., Delaware County Concert Band 6:30 p.m., 3 of a Kind 7 p.m.; Aug. 27: Buckeye Ballroom Big Band. Aug. 12-13 — Ohio Dressage Horse Show, all day, Delaware County Fairgrounds, 236 Pennsylvania Ave., Delaware. (740) 3623851 or www.delawarecountyfair.com. Aug. 12 — Family Farm Chores, 9-11 a.m., Stratford Ecological Center, 3083 Liberty Drive, Delaware. Show your family where food comes from. Join Stratford's farmer during morning chores. Take a turn at feeding the goats and sheep, put your hand under a hen while collecting eggs, pacify the hungry hogs with homegrown grains and more. $12 per family. (740) 363-2548 or www.stratfordecologicalcenter.org. Aug.19 — Buckeye Equestrian Events, Delaware County Fairgrounds, 236 Pennsylvania Ave., Delaware. (740) 362-3851, (800) 335-3247 or www.delawarecountyfair.com. Aug. 27 — Blooded Horse Sale, Delaware County Fairgrounds, 236 Pennsylvania Ave., Delaware. (740) 362-3851 or www.delawarecountyfair.com.
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Sept. 1, 8, 15 — An Evening at Perkins Observatory, 8 p.m., Perkins Observatory, 3199 US 23 S., Delaware. Program content varies based on sky conditions and may include a planetariumstyle show, tours of the observatory, and/or observing with the 32inch Schottland telescope and other telescopes, weather permitting. Tickets required. (740) 363-1257 or perkins@owu.edu. Sept. 3 — The Little Brown Jog, 7:45 a.m., on the track at the fairgrounds, Delaware County Fair, 236 Pennsylvania Ave., Delaware. Registration at www.Racepenguin.com/events/littlebrownjog/. Join fellow runners/joggers for the first Little Brown Jog 5K and Kids Fun Run. Start and finish on the race track where the Little Brown Jug takes place. Proceeds benefit People in Need. www.delawarepeopleinneed.org. Sept. 9 — Family Farm Chores, 9-11 a.m., Stratford Ecological Center, 3083 Liberty Drive, Delaware. Show your family where food comes from. Join Stratford's farmer during morning chores. Take a turn at feeding the goats and sheep, put your hand under a hen while collecting eggs, pacify the hungry hogs with homegrown grains and more. $12 per family. (740) 363-2548 or www.stratfordecologicalcenter.org.
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Alum Creek State Park, 3615 S. Old State Road, Delaware — Camping; hiking, bridle and mountain bike trails; boat rental and launch ramps; fishing and hunting; picnicking; swimming; snowmobiling; sledding; ice skating; ice fishing; and ice boating. (614) 548-4631. The Arts Castle, Delaware County Cultural Arts Center, 190 W. Winter St., Delaware — The more than 150-year-old castle is one of the landmarks of Delaware history. It was built in 1846 of stone from the Blue Limestone Quarry. The center offers classes, workshops, performances and exhibitions. The Gallery Shop offers hand-crafted works by American artists. Gift shop open 11:30 a.m.4 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday. (740) 369-ARTS. Black Wing Shooting Center — An indoor-outdoor shooting facility, offering trap, skeet, pistol and rifle shooting. Registered trap and skeet shoots, leagues, options, calcuttas, bowling pin shoots and others are offered throughout the year. Training and corporate/team outings are also available. 3722 Marysville Road (SR 36), Delaware. (740) 363-7555. Chiller North Ice Rink — Ice skating and hockey facility, which also offers public skating. Try the ice during a Monday-Friday Noon Skate, Friday Night Meltdown, or a Saturday and Sunday afternoon or evening. The facility also features meeting and party space, hockey leagues, skating lessons, corporate events and birthday party packages. 8144 Highfield Drive, Lewis Center. (740) 5940009. Columbus Zoo, 9990 Riverside Drive, Powell — Open 9 a.m.6 p.m. Memorial Day Weekend-Labor Day. Open 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Labor Day-Memorial Day Weekend. (614) 645-3400 or (800) MONKEYS. Delaware County Historical Society and Genealogy Society Library, Annex and Nash House Museum, 157 E. Williams St., Delaware — Open 2-4:30 p.m. Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday Jan.15-Nov. 15. (740) 369-3831. For special tours, call (740) 369-4900 or (740) 369-4969. Delaware State Park, 5202 US 23 North, Delaware — Camping; nearby wildlife area; fishing and hunting; hiking trails; swimming; summer nature programs; boat rental and launch ramps; sledding; ice rink; cross-country skiing; ice fishing. (740) 369-2761 for park office, (740) 363-4561 for camp office or (740) 363-6102 for marina. Highbanks State Nature Preserve, on US 23, 4 miles north of Worthington within Highbanks Metropark. Features scenic shale bluffs along the Olentangy State Scenic River.
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Martin-Perry Homestead, 103 E. Olentangy St. — Home to the Powell-Liberty Historical Society, the homestead is a late 1800s house typical of the period. The house is open for tours 1-4 p.m. on the fourth Saturday and Sunday of each month and has childrenʼs programs. Other tours by appointment. (614) 848-6210. Nash House Museum, 157 E. William St., Delaware — A home built in the 1870s, furnished with treasures from eras gone by. The annex also features Delaware County artifacts. For hours, call (740) 369-3831. Olentangy Indian Caverns, 1779 Home Road, off US 23, Delaware — Tours of historic three-level caverns. Museum with Indian artifacts and geological displays. Frontierland with gem mining, gift shop, snack bar and 18-hole mini-golf. (614) 548-7917. Perkins Observatory, Ohio Wesleyan University, US 23 South, Delaware — Public programs include planetarium shows in Computer Theater, observatory tours, astronomy slide show, 32-inch telescope observations. Call first for dates and tickets. (740) 3631257.
Radnor Heritage Museum, SR 203 and Radnor Road, Radnor — Open 1:30-4:30 p.m. first and third Sunday of each month April-October. (740) 595-3398 or (740) 595-3319. Seymour Woods State Nature Preserve, north of Columbus on US 23 about 8 miles north of I-270 — Area features spring woodland wildflowers and summer field wildflowers. Stratford Woods State Nature Preserve, north of Worthington on US 23, then to Powell Road and then 5 miles west to Liberty Road and north to the Stratford Ecological Center Inc. — Privately owned. Permit required. Area features spring wildflowers and buttonbush swamps. (614) 363-2548. Sunbury Square, Sunbury — The Myers Inn and Old Towne Hall are on the National Register of Historic Places. Booklets for walking tour available at Sunbury Community Library. Zoombezi Bay — Newly renovated water theme park, now owned by the Columbus Zoo. The 22.7-acre water park occupies the former home of Wyandot Lake. It features 15 water slides, a wave pool, an action river, a lazy river, private cabannas, a kiddie play pool and more. Season is Memorial Day to Labor Day. Daily opening at 10:30 a.m. Located next
Erie County JULY
July 21-23 — Kelleys Island Film Festival. Free. Kelleys Island town hall and ball field, 121 Addison St., Kelleys Island. (419) 746-2281 or www.villagepumpki.com. Movies will be shown indoors and outdoors. July 21-23 — Castalia Cold Creek Celebration, Friday 5 p.m.midnight, Sat 8 a.m.-midnight, Sunday 9 a.m.-5 p.m., downtown, Castalia. (419) 684-9710 or www.facebook.com/coldcreekfestival. For vendor information please contact Randy Simmons at (419) 684-5116. July 22 — Mayhem at Main Street Beach, noon-9 p.m. Free. Main Street Beach, off US 6, Vermilion. (440) 967-4477 or www.vermilionchamber.net. Cornhole tournament, beverage cabana (beer and wine) and live music. July 23 — Discovery Learning Lab: Barrier Beach Habitat, 2-4 p.m., Old Woman Creek National Estuarine Research Reserve and State Nature Preserve, 2005 Cleveland Road E. (US 6), Huron. (419) 433-4601 or www.wildlife.ohiodnr.gov/oldwomancreek. Walk the beach to look for signs of life, seine fish, identify rocks and do some documenting. Following the lab, there will be a beach cleanup. July 24 — Movies by the Bay, 9 p.m., free, Paper District Marina, 611 W. Shoreline Drive, Sandusky. (419) 627-5886 or www.cityofsandusky.com. “Finding Dory.” Movies begin at dusk. Bring chairs, blankets and snacks. Concessions available. July 25-28 — “Peter and the Starcatcher,” 8 p.m., $22 adult, $20 senior, $15 student, Huron Playhouse, 325 Ohio St., Huron. (419) 433-4744 or www.huronplayhouse.com. The Tony Award winning play upends the century-old story of how a miserable orphan comes to be The Boy Who Would Not Grow Up (a.k.a. Peter Pan). Featuring a dozen actors portraying more than 100 characters using ingenious stagecraft. July 29 — Roosters Car Wash, noon-4 p.m., Kelleys Island Police Department, 122 Division St., Kelleys Island. (419) 7462735. Meet the Kelleys Island police officers and the Rooster Girls as you get your vehicle cleaned. All donations will go to a local charity.
AUGUST
Aug. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, Sept. 5, 12 — Cruisin' on the Square, 5-8 p.m. Free. Village Square, 3 N. Main St., Milan. (419) 499-9929 or www.facebook.com/Cruisin-on-the-Square-1568396136718665. Classic cars line the streets of Milan. DJ plays oldies from the gazebo. Merchants donate door prizes. Aug. 3, Sept. 7 — Sandusky Art Walk, 5-8 p.m., Washington Park, 200 Washington St. (US 6), Sandusky. (419) 627-9964 or
www.artwalksandusky.com. Unique art from more than 30 artists. Sponsored by The Sandusky Art League. Aug. 3, 17 — Explore the Estuary by Canoe or Kayak, 5-7 p.m., Old Woman Creek Boathouse, 2005 Cleveland Road E. (US 6), Huron. (419) 433-4601 or www.wildlife.ohiodnr.gov/oldwomancreek. A leisurely, guided on-water tour stopping often to focus on the ecology of the estuary and its watershed. Registration required. Aug. 4 — Vegetable Showcase Series: Beans, 6:30 p.m., $90 person (plus tax), Culinary Vegetable Institute, 12304 Mudbrook Road, Milan. (419) 499-7500 or www.culinaryvegetableinstitute.com. This dinner features beans, harvested at the peak of season, and explores every possible iteration of the plant. The chef will use the seed, root, bulb, stem, leaves, pod and bloom in preparing flavors, textures and temperatures that are familiar and inventive. The evening includes a sixcourse dinner that will include wine pairing suggestions. The menu will focus on the seasonal vegetable with a meat and/or fish according to the whim of the chef. Aug. 4 — Brown Bag Science Friday, noon-1 p.m., Old Woman Creek National Estuarine Research Reserve, 2514 Cleveland Road E. (US 6), Huron. (419) 433-4601 or www.wildlife.ohiodnr.gov/oldwomancreek. Discover what the undergraduate interns have been researching this summer. Possible topics include wetland function, estuary habitats, water quality and plant and wildlife species present. Bring a lunch; interesting conversation and dessert will be provided. Aug. 4-5 — Berlin Heights Basket Festival, Friday 3-11:30 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m.-11:30 p.m. Free. 20 Center St., Berlin Heights. (419) 588-1161 or www.basketfestival.com. Family friendly event featuring a flower show, music, queen's contest, parade, crafts, food vendors, baby contest, kiddie tractor pull, a 5K and more. Aug. 4-6, 11-13 — “The Rocky Horror Show,” 8 p.m., Sunday 2 p.m., Harlequins Community Theatre, 414 Wayne St., Sandusky. (419) 626-1157 or www.harlequinstheatre.org. In this 1970s cult classic, newlyweds Brad and Janet, stuck with a flat tire during a storm, discover the eerie mansion of Dr. Frank-N-Furter, a transvestite scientist. As their innocence is lost, Brad and Janet meet a houseful of wild characters, including a rocking biker, creepy waitstaff and the undead. Through beloved dances like The Time Warp and rock songs, Frank-N-Furter unveils his latest creation: a muscle man named Rocky. Aug. 5-6, 12-13, 19-20, 26-27 — Vermilion Arts Guild: Sea and Shore Show, noon-4 p.m., Main Street Vermilion, 685 Main St. (SR 60), Vermilion. (440) 963-0772 or www.mainstreetvermilion.org. The gallery shows feature fine art, photography, jewelry, wood sculpture, ceramics, pottery and unique hand-crafted items.
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Aug. 6 — Cooking Class: Summer Vegetables, 6:30 p.m., $80 person (plus tax), Culinary Vegetable Institute, 12304 Mudbrook Road, Milan. (419) 499-7500 or www.culinaryvegetableinstitute.com. Class format includes a demonstration of a four-course menu that incorporates the learning objectives of the session. A tasting of each course will be offered. Wear comfortable, closed-toe shoes and have long hair tied back. Aug. 8-13 — Erie County Fair, Erie County Fairgrounds, 3110 Columbus Ave., Sandusky. (419) 625-1000 or www.eriefair.com. Queen pageants, livestock auction, demolition derby, food, games, rides and live music. Aug. 9, Sept. 13 — Bayfront Bazaar & Brew, 5-9 p.m., Sandusky Bay Pavilion, 605 E. Water St., Sandusky. (419) 627-5886 or www.ci.sandusky.oh.us. Live music and craft beer selections from area brewpubs. Local merchants selling vintage and handcrafted goods. Aug. 11-13 — Huron Rotary Fine Art and Food Truck Festival, Friday 5-10 p.m., Saturday 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m.4 p.m., Huron Boat Basin, 330 N. Main St., Huron. (419) 433-5700 or www.huronrotary.org. New and returning artists, gourmet food trucks and popular bands. Wine and beer available. Aug. 12, 26 — Explore the Estuary by Canoe or Kayak, 9-11 a.m., Old Woman Creek Boathouse, 2005 Cleveland Road E. (US 6), Huron. (419) 433-4601 or www.wildlife.ohiodnr.gov/oldwomancreek. A leisurely, guided on-water tour stopping often to focus on the ecology of the estuary and its watershed. Registration required. Aug. 12 — Gospel Fest, 1-4 p.m., Shoreline Park, 411 E. Shoreline Drive, Sandusky. (419) 627-5886 or www.cityofsandusky.com. Aug. 13 — Discovery Learning Lab: Prairie Habitat, 2-4 p.m., Old Woman Creek National Estuarine Research Reserve, 2514 Cleveland Road E. (US 6), Huron. (419) 433-4601 or
www.wildlife.ohiodnr.gov/oldwomancreek. Prairie is an essential habitat for birds, mammals, insects and plants. Some pollinators and native plant species are in decline from environmental impacts. Learn about the importance of these species and the challenges faced in their natural environment. Aug. 13 — Summer Concert Ensemble Series by Firelands Symphony Orchestra, 4 p.m. Free. McBride Arboretum at BGSU, 1600 Boos Road, Huron. (419) 621-4800 or www.firelandssymphony.com. Enjoy the sounds of the Firelands String Quartet, which includes Ron Brooker, Monica Reineck, Brian Shifflet and Alice Weiss. Rain venue will be the Cedar Point building. Check website for up-to-date concert location. Aug. 17 — Music, Flowers and a Sunset, 6:30 p.m. Free, 5495 Liberty Ave., Vermilion. (440) 967-4477 or www.vermilionchamber.net. Multiple musicians playing simultaneously for your listening pleasure. Shop, eat and stroll through downtown Vermilion. Aug. 18 — Jazz @ 8 Series: Jazz Meets Broadway, Encore! 8 p.m., $12 person, Sandusky State Theatre, 107 Columbus Ave., Sandusky. (877) 626-1950 or www.sanduskystate.com. Join the Michael Shirtz Quartet as they play the music of Broadway. Actor Nate Huntley joins the quartet in a series of old favorites and selections from newer musicals. Aug. 21-27, Sept. 1- 4 — Last Blast of Summer & Food Truck Wars, Cedar Point, 1 Cedar Point Drive (off US 6), Sandusky. (419) 627-2350 or www.cedarpoint.com. Sample from up to 20 food trucks from Ohio and Michigan. Aug. 26 — KIPD Pig Roast, noon-4 p.m., $25 person, Kelleys Island village hall and parking lot, 121 Division St., Kelleys Island. (419) 746-2735. Live entertainment by Steve Brownell. Other events include the dunk tank, bounce house and fingerprint kits. All proceeds and donations will go to Kelleys Island Police Association.
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200 indoor vendors Up to 500 outdoor vendors (weather permitting)
Discover Timeless Thomas Alva Edison, the Great Inventor, first made his mark on the world from a little cottage in Milan, Ohio in 1847. Planned by Edison’s father, the three-story brick house sits on the side of a hill and has been turned into a museum, furnished by the Edison family. The Home and the Welcome Center next door contain examples of Edison’s early inventions, rare Edisonia, documents and family mementos.
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Sept. 1 — Brown Bag Science Friday, noon-1 p.m., Old Woman Creek National Estuarine Research Reserve, 2514 Cleveland Road E. (US 6), Huron. (419) 433-4601 or www.wildlife.ohiodnr.gov/oldwomancreek. Bring a lunch; interesting conversation and dessert will be provided. Sept. 2-3, 9-10 — Vermilion Arts Guild: Nature's Bounty Art Show, noon-4 p.m., Main Street Vermilion, 685 Main St. (SR 60), Vermilion. (440) 963-0772 or www.mainstreetvermilion.org. Gallery shows feature fine art, photography, jewelry, wood sculpture, ceramics, pottery and unique hand-crafted items. Sept. 2-4 — Milan Melon Festival, Saturday 9 a.m.-11 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m.-11 p.m., Monday 10 a.m.-6 p.m., on the village square, SR 113, Milan. (419) 504-8664 or www.milanmelonfestival.org. Rides, games, contests, antique car show and live musical entertainment. Parade is Sunday afternoon. The muskmelon ice cream and watermelon sherbet are must-have treats. Sept. 8-9 — Cruisinʼ by the Bay, Friday 10 a.m.-11 p.m., Saturday 8 a.m.-6 p.m., 400 N. Columbus Ave., Sandusky. (419) 2711399 or www.cruisinbythebay.org. The Remember Cruisinʼ Car Club of Northern Ohio will play host to more than 500 classics and hot rods. DJ Frank LaManna will be spinning the classics with great food and beverages available. Sept. 9 — Wood Carver Show, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Merry-GoRound Museum, 301 Jackson St., Sandusky. (419) 626-6111 or www.merrygoroundmuseum.org. More than 20 wood carvers will demonstrate their craft and have available for sale artworks created by hand. Enjoy free admission to the museum and $1 carousel rides. Sept. 15-17 — Cedar Point HalloWeekend, Friday 6 p.m.-midnight, Saturday 11-midnight, Sunday 11 a.m.-8 p.m., Cedar Point Amusement Park, 1 Cedar Point Drive (off US 6), Sandusky. (419) 627-2350 or www.cedarpoint.com. Coaster thrills combine with spooky chills and monstrous fun for the little ones. Itʼs a familyfriendly daytime event; there's even a parade. But beware of ghouls and terror emerging at night. Cedar Point is closed Monday-Thursday.
ATTRACTIONS
The Berlin Fruit Box Co., 51 Mechanic St., Berlin Heights — Oldest basket making business in Ohio and second oldest in the nation. Established in 1858 by Samuel Patterson, the sixth generation family-run company makes wooden fruit and vegetable baskets for the farm market, and hardwood maple and American black cherry decorative baskets for the home. Complete production takes place on location; (888) 905-1858. Castalia State Fish Hatchery, 7018 Homegardner Road, Castalia — Over 470,000 steelhead and rainbow trout are raised annually at the 90-acre facility for stocking Lake Erie tributaries and inland lakes. The highlight of a tour is one of the area's unique "blue holes." The hatchery is open for self-guided tours year-round, 8 a.m.-3 p.m. weekdays. (419) 684-7499. Castaway Bay, 2001 Cleveland Road, Sandusky — 237 hotel rooms and suites including family-oriented units and a 38,000 square-foot indoor waterpark. (419) 627-2106. Cedar Downs, 1935 Cleveland Road, Sandusky — Bet on horse races from tracks across the country. Food, cocktails, bowling, billiards and arcade games. Open daily, year-round, noon until the last race after midnight. (419) 627-8573. Cedar Point Amusement Park/ Resort, 1 Cedar Point Drive, Sandusky — 364-acre amusement park/resort, plus a water park (Soak City); four resort hotels; a luxury RV campground including cottages and cabins; two large marinas; an entertainment complex (Challenge Park). (419) 627-2350. Challenge Park at Cedar Point, 1 Cedar Point Drive, Sandusky — Features RipCord Skycoaster, X-Treme Trampoline, two high-speed go-kart tracks and two 18-hole miniature golf courses. Admission to Cedar Point not required. Fees for each attraction. (419) 627-2350. Edison Birthplace, 9 Edison Drive, Milan — Tour Thomas Edisonʼs boyhood home, and see displays of some of his accom-
plishments as the worldʼs greatest inventor. (419) 499-2135. Eleutheros Cooke House, 1415 Columbus Ave., Sandusky — Greek Revival limestone building. It includes a ruby and cranberry glass collection, antique furnishings, garden, greenhouse and gift shop. (419) 627-0640. Firelands Winery, 917 Bardshar Road, Sandusky — Winery offers a slide show, tours and tastings. Wines, gifts and home winemaking supplies are available in an attractive tasting room. (800) 548-WINE. Follett House Museum, 404 Wayne St., Sandusky — Tour an 1830s home filled with Victorian housewares, toys, clothing, furnishings and Civil War artifacts from the nearby Johnsonʼs Island Confederate Officers Prison. (419) 625-3834. Ghostly Manor Thrill Center, 3319 Milan Road, Sandusky — Four attractions - one location. Ghostly Manor haunted house plus XD 3D theater featuring three motion rides, roller-skating, games and food. Ghostly Gifts Halloween store. Open all year; call for hours. (419) 626-4467. Glacial grooves, Kelleys Island — Located adjacent to the Kelleys Island State Park on the north side of Kelleys Island, the glacial grooves are the largest in the world. Embedded and very visible throughout the limestone is a marvelous fossil record of marine invertebrate animals, which lived on the floor of the Devonian Sea millions of years ago. Great Wolf Lodge, 4600 Milan Road, Sandusky — A 200,000gallon indoor waterpark with 271 family suites and a 42,000square-foot indoor entertainment area. (419) 609-6000. The Huron Playhouse, P.O. Box 487, Huron, OH 44839. Celebrating 65 years as Ohio's oldest continuing summer educational theater. For tickets and information call (419) 433-4744 or visit www.huronplayhouse.org. Inscription Rock, Kelleys Island — This large limestone rock is on the south shore of Kelleys Island just east of downtown. The remains of at least two Native American villages were found near the rock. The 32 by 21 surface of the rock is covered with examples of aboriginal art. Kalahari Resort, 7106 Milan Road, Sandusky — Surf or boogie board 365 days a year in the warmth and comfort of the Kalahari, where everything is under one roof. (877) KAHALARI. Kelleys Island — The entire island is on the National Register of Historic Places. The downtown has shops, eateries, pubs and seasonal live entertainment within steps of the waterfront. Lagoon Deer Park, SR 269, Sandusky — Pet and hand-feed deer and view over 200 exotic animals. Feed the hungry fish or, for a fee, fish in a stocked lagoon. (419) 684-5701. Lyman Harbor, 1615 First St., Sandusky — Waterfront entertainment complex once housed the Lyman Boat Works. Waterfront dining or outdoor dining along the pier. Jet ski rentals. Transient boat dockage and services available. (419) 626-6545. Maritime Museum of Sandusky, 125 Meigs St., Sandusky — Explore Sanduskyʼs maritime history through artifacts, photos and maps; view displays of Lyman Boat Works, local passenger boats and freighters, and many other boats built in Sandusky. Also visit the nautical gift shop. Open year-round. (419) 624-0274. Continued on next page
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Merry-Go-Round Museum, US 6 and Jackson Street, Sandusky — Ride an antique carousel, visit with wood carvers as they create new carousel horses, listen to the familiar music of band organs, take a guided tour, and learn about the art and history of carousels. Exhibits change annually. Unique carousel-themed items can be found in the gift store. (419) 626-6111. Milan Historical Museum, 10 Edison Drive, Milan — Tour one acre of beautiful grounds and gardens along with seven historic buildings. Visit the 1846 Galpin House with Mowry Glass exhibit, a Doll House with 400 beautiful dolls or the 1843 Sayles House, a restored Victorian home. Explore Milanʼs unique canal history. Located one block from Thomas Edisonʼs birthplace. Open Tuesday–Sunday May–September. (419) 499-2968. Monsoon Lagoon Water Park & Family Fun Center, 1530 N.
Danbury Road, Port Clinton — Outdoor water park complex. Gigantic tipping bucket, Typhoon Rush slide tower, go-kart raceway and swim-up tiki bar. (419) 732-6671. Hermes Vineyard, 6413 S. Hayes Ave., Sandusky — Ohio's largest vinifera vineyards, specializing in French and Italian varietals. Sample wines overlooking Hermes' picturesque vineyard and tour the historic barn and gift shop. Open all year; call for hours. (419) 626-8500. Sidney Frohman Planetarium, 2130 Hayes Ave., Sandusky — Located behind Sandusky High School, the planetarium offers free programs about the stars and planets on Sundays beginning at 2 p.m. October through May. (419) 621-2761. Soak City, 1 Cedar Point Drive, Sandusky — 8-acre water park with inner-tube river rides, water slides, wave pool, interactive play area with more than 100 water gadgets that spray, squirt and drench guests. (419) 627-2350.
Fulton County JULY
July 19-23 — Antique Motorcycle Club of America Show and Race, Fulton County Fairgrounds, Wauseon. Swap meet, road run, field games, on-site banquet and AMCA judging. Camping on grounds limited to AMCA members. Races will be July 21. www.wauseonnationalmeet.org. July 22 — Vintage Base Ball Tournament, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sauder Village, Archbold. The Great Black Swamp Frogs, the Spiegel Grove Squires, the Elkhart County Railroaders and the Sauder Village Windmills gather for a vintage base ball tournament. Base ball games will be played on two fields using rules from the 1860s, children will have a chance to run the bases between games and visit with muddy from the Toledo Mud Hens. www.saudervillage.org or (800) 590-9755.
AUGUST
Aug. 5-6 — Doll and Teddy Bear Show and Sale, Sauder Village, Archbold. Doll lovers and collectors will enjoy browsing in Founderʼs Hall as exhibitors share their antique dolls, original dolls, teddy bears and modern collectibles as well as accessories, supplies, artist reproductions, clothing, doll furniture, books and patterns. Workshops will be offered. Doll appraisals and restringing available at the vendor booths of Sharon Napier and Michael WolkLaniewski. Free craft for kids, plus doll photo booth. Bring your dolls and pose them for a picture. Clothing will also be available for you to dress up your doll. Activities sponsored by the Ann Arbor Doll Collectors Club. Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Admission to the Doll and Teddy Bear Show and Sale and entire Historic Village: adults $17, students (6-16) $12. Tickets into only the Doll and Teddy Bear Show and Sale $8. www.saudervillage.org or (800) 590-9755. Aug. 13 — Great Lakes Dressage Show, Fulton County Fairgrounds, Wauseon. (419) 335-6006 or office@fultoncountyfair.com. Aug. 14-19 — Rug Hooking Week, Sauder Village, Archbold, annual gathering of thousands or artists and visitors to view a gallery style exhibit of 450-700 pieces, plus more than 200 pieces displayed by vendors. Event offers more than 30 classes taught by teachers from across the country and Canada. In addition to hooked rugs, the mixed media category includes: multi-dimensional pieces, furniture (footstools, chairs, etc.), wool applique, proddy, quilling/standing wool, ruching, shearing, punch hooking, punch needle, wool felting, and braiding media. Vendors offer a variety of rug hooking supplies, equipment and fun related items. www.saudervillage.org or (800) 590-9755. Aug. 26 — Barbershop Concert, Sauder Village, Archbold. Music in Historic Village 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; concert at 1 p.m. The Southern Gateway Chorus of Cincinnati will bring barbershop harmony to Founderʼs Hall. There will be one performance at 1 p.m. The concert cost is included in the price of admission to Sauder Village. www.saudervillage.org or (800) 590-9755.
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Sept. 1-8 — Fulton County Fair, fairgrounds, Wauseon. Fairground gates are open 8 a.m.-11 p.m. daily. Headlining the grandstand shows will be Travis Tritt in the Labor Day Country Concert at 7:30 p.m. Monday. Gate admission: adult $5; children 15 and younger free, when accompanied by an adult; veterans and spouses free Saturday until 6 p.m.; school children free on Junior Fair Day, Tuesday; senior citizens (65+) free Wednesday until 6 p.m. Free admission does not include ticketed shows. www.fultoncountyfair.com. Sept. 12-17 — Celebrate Our Artisans, Sauder Village, Archbold. Tuesday-Friday 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sunday noon-4 p.m. From traditional trades like spinning and weaving, to continuing trades like pottery and glass blowing, you can celebrate the craftspeople and artisans who make Sauder Village what it is. There will be special demonstrations in the shops, daily drawings for hand-crafted items and lots of fun. www.saudervillage.org or (800) 590-9755.
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Candy Cane Christmas Shoppe, 22897 US 20, Archbold — A year-round Christmas store in a renovated school building that features seven rooms with various Christmas themes. Open 9 a.m.-8 p.m. Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-8 p.m. Saturday, 1-5 p.m. Sunday and extended hours during the holiday season. (419) 445-5828. Corner Quilts and Gifts, 14707 CR J, Wauseon — (419) 3378458. Fulton County Historical Museum, 229 Monroe St., Wauseon — Features 16 rooms with displays from 1850 to 1950. Open AprilOctober. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday; 1:30-4:30 p.m. Sunday. Tours by appointment. Closed holidays. (419) 3377922. Goll Woods State Nature Preserve, from Sauder Farm and Craft Village, turn right on SR 66 one mile. Turn left on CR for three miles. Turn left on TR 26 — Open year around dawn to dusk for cross-country skiing and hiking. Old-growth woods with 200- to 400-year-old oak trees. Spring wildflowers. (419) 445-1775. Historic Blacksmith Shop and Log Cabin, fairgrounds, Wauseon — Open during the Fulton County Fair for other special events at the fairgrounds. Tours by appointment. (419) 337-7922. Historic Railroad Depot, Depot Street, Wauseon — Open 6-9 p.m. Tuesdays May-August. Other tours available by appointment. (419) 335-0406 or (419) 875-6892. Oakshade Raceways, 13279 CR M — Auto racing every Friday and Saturday. Gates open 4 p.m. Racing 7 p.m. during summer months. (419) 337-6850. Sauder Village, Ohio Turnpike at exit 25, Archbold — Working craftspeople, farm, home and barnyard complete with livestock, restaurant, inn, campground, bakery, exhibit hall, special events. Open daily late April-October, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday, noon-4 p.m. Sunday. (800) 590-9755.
Park honors wine-making past People tour one of the cellars during the grand opening in June.
BY VICKI JOHNSON Staff Writer
vjohnson@advertiser-tribune.com
The wine-making and grape-production heritage of the Lake Erie Islands is remembered at Ohio’s newest state park on Middle Bass Island. The grand opening in June by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources unveiled the restoration and preservation of historic Lonz Winery. The winery’s 150-year-old wine cellars are open for the first time to park visitors since being restored and are to be open every weekend this summer. The newest part of the state park actually is an expansion of the park that opened in March 2001. The park has been a work in progress since it opened. It now explores the history of the island along with providing scenic views of Lake Erie, a campground, marina and other activities.
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The islands once were the largest producer of wine in the United States. For more than a century, visitors traveled by boat from Detroit, Cleveland and even Buffalo to dance in the pavilions and visit the island. When a terrace full of people collapsed in July 2000, the winery closed. During the following winter and spring, ODNR acquired the Lonz property. State and local people discussed options to repair and use the property for public use. “Visitors will experience the culmination of years of work on the island, including environmental remediation and shoring up the structure to ensure it stands for generations to come,” said Eric Heis, ODNR public information officer. “A lot of people have gone (to visit) who went previously in the ‘70s, ‘80s and ‘90s. It was a daytrip kind of place, people would go to hang out at the winery.”
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Island owners changed through years BY VICKI JOHNSON
Staff Writer vjohnson@advertiser-tribune.com
Long before Peter and George Lonz built a winery on Middle Bass Island, the earliest known human inhabitants of the Lake Erie Islands were Ottawa and Wyandot Indians. Pictographs carved several hundred years ago on Inscription Rock on Kelleys Island show the presence of Indians on the islands. Then, In 1534, the French were the first Europeans to claim the Great Lakes as part of “New France,” but it wasn’t until 1608 that trader and adventurer Etienne Brule left the main colony and “discovered” Lake Erie. A few years later, Europeans from Great Britain arrived and also claimed the area. In 1670, the Hudson Bay Co. was founded by Prince Rupert, a cousin of King George II of England, to rival the thriving French fur trade. In the early 1700s, the Wyandots settled An example of a sign in the park educating people about the island's history. into the sparsely populated Lake Erie area, claiming the Ohio country between the crest, in 1905. The hotel and dance pavilion were deGreat Lakes and the Miami River. They traded with the stroyed by fire in 1923. French and coexisted peacefully with other Indian tribes. In 1926, Peter Lonz and his son, George, merged their However, the fur trade rivalry between France and winemaking business with the remains of Golden Eagle Britain turned into war over the Canadian territory, inWinery. Despite the nationwide prohibition of alcohol cluding the Great Lakes region. In 1763, France ceded and the onset Great Depression, the Lonz business surthe Great Lakes region to victorious Britain. vived by selling bottles of grape juice with instructions Then came the Revolutionary War, and Lake Erie befor fermenting the juice at home. Following the repeal of came part of the Connecticut Reserve. By 1795, the Bass Prohibition in 1933, George Lonz began rebuilding the Islands were transferred to the Connecticut Land Co. and winery complex. parcels were offered for sale to U.S. citizens. After a fire destroyed the structure in 1942, work In 1807, Middle Bass and South Bass islands, along began on the Gothic-style stone castle that became a fawith Green, Sugar, Ballast, Gibraltar and Starve islands, miliar landmark for tourists and wine enthusiasts for were purchased for $26,087 by Pierpont Edwards, a Rev- nearly 60 years. A modern wine press was built in 1956, olutionary War veteran and member of the U.S. Contiand in 1962, a marina was added to the winery complex nental Congress. to accommodate pleasure boaters. The Lonz Winery was In August 1854, the Edwards family sold the islands placed on the National Register of Historic Places in for $44,000 to Jose de Rivera Saint Jurgo, who cultivated 1986, and remained popular with tourists until the tragic the land for grape production and wine making. Jurgo collapse of a crowded terrace in July 2000. sold Middle Bass Island in 1864, and in 1866 one of the In winter and spring 2000-01, the state of Ohio purnew owners, Andrew Wehrle, established Golden Eagle chased 124 acres on Middle Bass Island, including undeWine Cellars, which soon became one of the largest veloped natural areas featuring wetlands, woodlands, wineries in the country. glacial grooves and nearly a mile of Lake Erie shoreline. In 1884, island resident Peter Lonz established his Also included was the shell of the Lonz Winery and the own winery on Middle Bass. The Bass Islands earned the marina complex. Middle Bass Island became Ohio’s 74th nickname “Wine Islands.” Golden Eagle winery was exstate park in March 2001. panded to include a dance pavilion over the wine cellar, The opening of the renovated Lonz Winery is the latand a subsequent owner built a 60-room hotel, the Hillest update of the state park. Page 30
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Tables with names carved into the surface are some of the artifacts that can be seen in the restored winery cellars.
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ODNR saved much of the original structure, including the cellars, the iconic Lonz Winery facade and the tower. Much of the upper levels could not be salvaged, but the footprint of the building is being utilized as a large patio that features views of Lake Erie and Put-In-Bay. “We took out the winery deck area and have just one big pavilion,” Heis said. “It goes over the cellars.” The five historical cellars are open for tours. “One of them dates back to 1863,” Heis said. “They contain local artifacts.” Among the artifacts are tables that were “personalized” by winery patrons. “We saved a lot of the tables people have carved their names into,” he said. “That was a thing then.” The tables now can be found on display in the cellars, and people can find the names they carved. “We have tons of the huge wine barrels,” he said. “We’re still putting together more artifacts.” Additional completed projects include a pavilion with tables and a fireplace, flush restrooms and multi-use trails. Heis said signage has been added to the park to educate people about the history of the island, the winery and its founder. ODNR also redeveloped a marina, which originally was built in the 1960s, to include seasonal dockage, a harbor master building, a gas station and a new boat launch ramp. The marina has more than 180 slips — some for rent and some for day use. Overnight dockage is available May 1 through Oct. 15. “The harbor master building was a built a few years ago,” Heis said. The park offers bike rentals for touring the island, and a private company offers golf cart rentals. There also are kayaks and paddleboards available for rent as well as horseshoe pits, and cornhole and ladder ball games. Twenty non-electric camp sites are available for use May 1 through Oct. 15. Each site has a fire ring and a picnic table, and vehicles must remain in designated
paved parking spaces. Showers and water are provided in the harbor master building. To get to Middle Bass Island, Heis said, ferry service from the mainland is available through Miller Boatline from Catawba Point or on the Sonny S ferry from South Bass Island ‚Äî aka Put-in-Bay. Vehicles can be taken to the island by Miller ferry with advanced reservations. Heis said Middle Bass is known to be quieter than South Bass Island. “North Bass is also a state park,” he said. “There are still some vineyards there that are run by Firelands Winery.” He said Firelands Winery owns the Lonz brand and offers Lonz wines for sale. “The old press house is half finished,” he said. “It will be finished soon.” ODNR is looking to partner with a private company to offer refreshments, and possibly a restaurant and catering, at the park, he said. “It’ll be similar to the partnerships with lodges at other parks,” he said. ODNR owns the land and the lodges but contract with a private company to operate them. “We’d encourage people to go visit,” Heis said. “It’s a half-hour ferry ride off the mainland.”
The park’s address is 1719 Fox Road, Middle Bass Island, OH 43446. But for more information, contact East Harbor State Park, 1169 N. Buck Road, LakesideMarblehead, OH 43440, or call the park office in season at (419) 285-0311. For dock reservations May 1-Oct 15, call (419) 285-0311, or for camping reservations, call (866) 644-6727. Visit the Middle Bass ODNR website at parks.ohiodnr.gov/middlebassisland#nearby or Facebook pages - www.facebook.com/middlebass or www.facebook.com/pages/Middle-Bass-Island-StatePark/560542797446869. For maps and interative photos, visit parks.ohiodnr.gov/Portals/parks/PDFs/parks/Maps/MBI/ middlebassparkmap.pdf and parks.ohiodnr.gov/middlebassislandmedia. SummerGuide II 2017
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Hancock County JULY
July 22-23, 29-30 — NWORRP Train Rides, 1-4 p.m., $1-$2. All Aboard at the Northwest Ohio Railroad Preservation, 12505 CR 99, Findlay, featuring a quarter-scale train and the historic Riverside Train, a gift shop, a museum, a Lionel layout and an HO layout in progress. Rides are $2 for adults and $1 for children 12 and younger. (419) 423-2995, nworrp@nworrp.org or www.nworrp.org.
July 22, 29 — Swiss Historic Homestead Tours, 1-5 p.m. $5. The Swiss Community Historical Society opens the homestead, 8350 Bixel Road, Bluffton, to the public. Docents will be available to interpret the homesteadʼs history. The barn will be open on the last Saturday of the month. Admission for Swiss Community Historical Society members is free. Admission is free to children 16 and under, accompanied by an adult. (419) 384-3080.
July 26 — Riverside Summer Concert Series, 7-8 p.m., Allen P. Dudley Memorial Band Shell, Riverside Park, Findlay. Bring a chair or blanket. Findlay Civic Band. July 27-29 — Vanlue Fest, Vanlue Community Park, John Street, Vanlue, featuring a 5K, cheerleading competition, basketball tournament, volleyball, bingo, inflatables and more. Contacts: Sherry Brooks (419) 889-7918, Jeremy Kloepfer (419) 387-7091, Jerry Kloepfer (419) 889-3849 or Sharon May (419) 387-7410.
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AUGUST
Aug. 2, 6, 9, 16, 30 — Riverside Summer Concert Series, 78 p.m., Allen P. Dudley Memorial Band Shell, Riverside Park, Findlay. Bring a chair or blanket. Aug. 2 Pantasia; Aug. 6 Nashville Crush; Aug. 9 Ted Yoder, hammered dulcimer; Aug; 16 Findlay Civic Jazz; Aug. 30 Gordon Lightfoot Tribute. Aug. 4 — Rally in the Alley, 5-8 p.m., Latham Courtyard, 510 S. Main St., Findlay. Music and food. Enjoy summer nights and the end of the work week. This weekʼs entertainment will be the Jeff Tucker Band with food provided by The Greek Garden. www.findlayhancockchamber.com/events/program-overview/rally-in-thealley. Continued on next page Aug. 5-6, 12-13, 19-20, 26-27 — NWORRP Train Rides, 1-4
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Aug. 5-6, 12-13, 19-20, 26-27 — NWORRP Train Rides, 1-4 p.m., $1-$2. All Aboard at the Northwest Ohio Railroad Preservation, 12505 CR 99, Findlay, featuring a quarter-scale train and the historic Riverside Train, a gift shop, a museum, a Lionel layout and an HO layout in progress. Rides are $2 for adults and $1 for children 12 and younger. (419) 423-2995, nworrp@nworrp.org or www.nworrp.org. Aug. 5-6 — McComb Cookie Festival, McComb Village Park, South Park Drive, McComb. Parade, food vendors, 5K, kids games, softball tournaments and more. Interested vendors can contact Carol Wooten (567) 525-2579. www.facebook.com/McCombCookieFest. Aug. 5, 12 — Discovery Center Open House, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Oakwoods Nature Preserve, 1400 Oakwoods Lane, Findlay. Free. Visitors can choose to participate in unstructured and/or structured activities. Activities and attractions include bird watching via the Windows on Wildlife, mounted animals and live animals on display, nature videos, field guides and nature books for reading, touch table and puppets, and seasonal displays and exhibits. A Program Department staff member or volunteer will be available to answer questions. Hancock Park District naturalist Michelle Rumschlag will have a bird nest collection on display 10:30 a.m.-noon. Hancock Park District (419) 425-7275, hpdparks@hancockparks.com or www.hancockparks.com. Aug. 5 — Car Tunes, 11 a.m.-11:55 p.m., downtown Findlay showcase of cars. Community cruise, the car show, specialty cars on display, family activities area and music all day. www.cartunesonmain.org. Aug. 5 — Street Feast, 4-11:55 p.m., Broadway Street, Findlay. Street Feast, formerly Rib-Off on Broadway, highlights regional
cuisine as well food from across Ohio. Country music artists will play on the main stage. Adult beverages available. Proceeds benefit the arts education programming of The Arts Partnership. Tickets are $5 for adults and $3 for children, free for those in a stroller. Held in conjunction with Car Tunes on Main. www.artspartnership.com/event/street-feast/?instance_id=777. Aug. 11-13 — Flag City BalloonFest, Emory Adams Park, 1861 S. Blanchard St., Findlay. Free. Food, fireworks, a kids area, the balloon launch and glow. www.flagcityballoonfest.com or info@flagcityballoonfest.com. Aug. 11-12 — Arlington Village Festival, Arlington Village Park, Park Street, Arlington. Festival kicks off Friday with a parade beginning at 6:30 p.m. and a cornhole tournament at 8 p.m. Saturday will begin with a color blast 5K at 9 a.m., with registration beforehand, and a concert by Electrick Circus, a eighties arena rock tribute band, at 9 p.m. Kids zone 4-11 p.m. each day. www.arlingtonvillagefestival.org Aug.13 — Wetlands of Late Summer: Open House, 1-4 p.m., Oakwoods Nature Preserve, 1400 Oakwoods Lane, Findlay. Free. The wetlands of August are teeming with life. Learn about important wetland species of Ohio, see wetland species up close, and explore some of Ohioʼs wetland habitat. All ages welcome; registration not required. Meet at Discovery Center. www.hancockparks.com/Calendar/tabid/773/ModuleID/1640/ItemID/5777/mctl/E ventDetails/Default.aspx. Hancock Park District (419) 425-7275, hpdparks@hancockparks.com or www.hancockparks.com. Aug. 18 — Rally in the Alley, 5-8 p.m., Latham Courtyard, 510 S. Main St., Findlay. Music and food. Enjoy summer nights and the end of the work week. This weekʼs entertainment will be the band Tongue ʻn Groove with food provided by Hot Head Burrito. www.findlayhancockchamber.com/events/program-overview/rallyin-the-alley.
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Aug.19 — Heritage Days of Mt. Blanchard, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 100 N. Main St., Mt. Blanchard. Festival features automobiles from 1950 and older. Many model Tʼs and other older cars will be on display. A chicken barbecue, music, the 21st Infantry Regiment and a special flag presentation are some of the events, plus an antique auction and period characters. The Mt. Blanchard Beautification Committee (419) 306-3073. Aug. 25 — American Girl Tea: Kit Kittredge, 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m., Litzenberg Memorial Woods, 6100 US 224 W., Findlay. $10. Turn an ordinary day into front page news for you and your doll. Celebrating the 1930s historical American Girl Doll Kit Kittredge. She believed that “A Better Tomorrow was Mine to Create.” Try your skills as a reporter to uncover the latest news to write in a journal, enjoy food of that time and other fun activities that Kit herself would have done. Required to be ages 7-12 with an adult companion. Register with $10 per person by 1 p.m. Aug. 24. Meet at Litzenberg activity barn. Hancock Park District (419) 425-7275, hpdparks@hancockparks.com or www.hancockparks.com. Aug. 26-27 — Ghost Town Crafts and Antiques Show, Ghost Town, 10630 CR 40, Findlay. Plenty of vendors, indoors and outdoors. www.facebook.com/Ghost-Town-Findlay-Ohio1525098627787387 or (419) 270-2667. Aug. 30-Sept. 4 — Hancock County Fair, Hancock County Fairgrounds, 1017 E. Sandusky St., Findlay. (419) 429-7344.
SEPTEMBER
Sept. 2-3, 9-10, 16-17 — NWORRP Train Rides, 1-4 p.m., $1$2. All Aboard at the Northwest Ohio Railroad Preservation, 12505 CR 99, Findlay, featuring a quarter-scale train and the historic Riverside Train, a gift shop, a museum, a Lionel layout and an HO
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layout in progress. Rides are $2 for adults and $1 for children 12 and younger. (419) 423-2995, nworrp@nworrp.org or www.nworrp.org. Sept. 10 — Johnny Mathis: “The Voice of Romance Tour,” 7:30-10 p.m., Marathon Center for the Performing Arts, 200 W. Main Cross St., Findlay. Celebrating his 61st year in the music industry, legendary singer Mathis is best-known for his hits such as “Chances Are,” “Itʼs Not For Me To Say” and “Misty,” Mathis has recorded more than 80 albums, six Christmas albums, and has sold millions of records worldwide. www.marathoncenterarts.org/event/johnny-mathis or (419) 423-2787. Sept. 16 — Breakfast in the Barn, 7-9 a.m. Bring the whole family and enjoy a hearty breakfast while surrounded by the beauty of southern Hancock County farmland for the 2017 Historic Barn Tour. Tickets must be purchased in advance. www.hancockhistoricalmuseum.org/events/breakfast-in-the-barn. Hancock Historical Museum (419) 423-4433 or www.hancockhistoricalmuseum.org.
ATTRACTIONS
Black Heritage Library and Multicultural Center, 817 Harmon St., Findlay — A multicultural lending library and teaching museum with art and artifacts from more than 50 countries. It features the Black Wings Exhibit from the Smithsonian, featuring AfricanAmerican Aviators from early pioneers to the World War II Red Tails/Tuskegee Airmen, to the space shuttle program. (419) 4234954 for tours, special programming and library/museum hours. Bluffton College Nature Preserve — Call for programs. (419) 358-3241. Disc Golf Course, 16618 TR 208, Findlay — Located throughout Riverbend and begins near shelter 3. Maps and scorecards available. Continued on next page
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Eagle Creek Skatepark, 526 Hancock St., Findlay — Ramps, half pipes and other challenges. English Equestrian Farm at the James L. Child Jr. Equestrian Complex, 11178 TR 201, Findlay, The University of Findlay — Features 200-300 horses. Tours feature facilities, students and teachers at work. (419) 434-4859. The Dewald Funk House — A form of Greek Revival architecture once typical of the countyʼs farm houses. It has been restored and furnished with antiques. (419) 422-2895 or (419) 422-2826. Indian Trail Caverns, SR 568, Findlay — More than 10,000 different specimens and artifacts from the last glacial coverage in the region have yielded insight into the extinction of certain mammals at the time of the last ice age. Jaquaʼs Fine Guns and Trap Club, Findlay — 18 trap fields and 14 shooting tournaments. (419) 422-0912. Jeffrey's Antique Gallery, 11326 CR 99, Findlay — Northwest Ohio's largest antique shop, featuring 250 high-quality dealers specializing in yesterday's treasures. Located off I-75, exit 161. Little Red Schoolhouse, CR 236 and SR 568 — Restored oneroom schoolhouse. 1-4 p.m. Sunday. (419) 423-4433.
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NORWALK — Olde Wrestling returns for the 5th Extravaganza Aug. 27 in Norwalk. Presented by Art of Manliness and Live Kayfabe, the event will celebrate vintage style wrestling, featuring characters similar to those of the roarin’ ’20s. Bare knuckle pugilists, masked luchadors, world traveled strongmen, lady wrestlers, fabulous flappers, Appalachian moonshiners and anti-saloon legislators are some of the categories of wrestlers who will compete. Olde Wrestling claims it will produce “an all-ages, family-friendly form of old fashioned entertainment.” The Extravaganza also includes live music from Toledo’s Ragtime Rick’s jazz band, a “kiss on the cheek” booth, free prizes for kids, the food truck Dos Gringos and popcorn from the Norwalk Area United Fund. Proceeds from the event will benefit the Norwalk Area United Fund. Questions should go to to event organizer Justin Nottke, (419) 217-9298 or justin@justinnottke.com.
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Litzenberg Memorial Woods, US 224 five miles west of Findlay — Historic farm, trails, activities scheduled. Call Hancock Park District, (419) 425-7275. The Log House — Restored pioneer cabin. Tours by appointment. (419) 423-4433 for appointment. Mazza Museum of International Art from Picture Books, Virginia B. Gardner Fine Arts Pavilion, 1000 N. Main St., The University of Findlay — The world's first and largest teaching museum devoted to literacy and the art of children's picture books, with more than 4,000 original artworks. Free. Noon-5 p.m. Wednesday-Friday, 1-4 p.m. Sunday. Tours by appointment. (419) 434-5521. Northwest Ohio Railroad Preservation Inc., 12505 CR 99, Findlay — Take a ride on Engine 901, a quarter-scale coal burning steam powered 2-6-2 prairie style locomotive. Built in the late 1940s and used in Benton Harbor, Mich., until 1970, this renovated train is available for rides on weekends April through December. Also see a 19th century wooden boxcar, a 1920s B&O caboose and a 1950s Plymouth switcher. Railroad museum coming soon. Oakwoods Nature Preserve, southwest of Findlay — Discovery Center with scheduled activities, trails, fishing lake. Call Hancock Park District, (419) 425-7275. Riverbend Recreation Area, five miles east of Findlay off SR 568 — Interpretive panel center, trails, camping, fishing lake, family activities scheduled. Call Hancock Park District, (419) 425-7275. Tell Taylor Memorial, Riverside Park, Findlay — Three boulders form the monument. Smaller stones leading to the center tell the story of Tell Taylorʼs life. Open year round during park hours. Van Buren State Park, 12259 TR 218, Van Buren — Camping, picnicking, fishing, trails, disc golf. (419) 832-7662. Western Equestrian Farm at the Center for Equestrian and Pre-Veterinary Studies and Animal Sciences Center, The University of Findlay, 14700 US 68, Findlay — The 150-acre campus has more than 300 horse stalls, three indoor arenas and an outdoor sand ring. The Beckett Animal Science Building houses classrooms and farm animals. (419) 434-4656 for tour information.
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Hardin County JULY
July 21-23 — “Brothers Grimm Spectaculation,” Hardin County Players, Upper Scioto Valley School in McGuffey. www.hcplayers.org. July 29 — Designer Purse Bingo, for Crossroads Crisis Center, 5-9 p.m., Kenton Moose Lodge, 801 W. Lima St., Kenton. Doors will open at 5 p.m.; bingo begins at 6. To buy tickets or for more information call (419) 228-6692.
AUGUST
Aug. 13 — Immaculate Conception Parish Festival, 10:30 a.m. on, 220 E. North St., Kenton. Entertainment, raffles, theme baskets, kids games, bounce houses, balloon making, petting zoo, country store, book sales, photo booth, entertainment and food. (419) 675-1162. Aug. 15 — Summer Concert Series, 6-8 p.m., Kenton Nursing & Rehabilitation's concert at 117 Jacob Parrott Blvd. Bring a lawn chair and enjoy hot dogs, snow cones and popcorn. Free. The performer will be Bob Ford. (419) 674-4197.
SEPTEMBER
Sept. 5-10 — Hardin County Fair, fairgrounds, 14134 Fairground Road 140, Kenton. Entertainment headliner Lauren Alaina will be in concert Saturday. Sept. 12 — Summer Concert Series, 6-8 p.m., Kenton Nursing & Rehabilitation's concert at 117 Jacob Parrott Blvd. Bring a lawn chair and enjoy hot dogs, snow cones and popcorn. Free. Kenton High School Marching Band. (419) 674-4197. Sept. 16 — Ada Harvest and Herb Festival, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., will fill Ada's Main Street from Highland to College Street. Main Street will be closed at SR 235 all the way to SR 81. The event features a large parade at 10 a.m., lots of entertainment, food and around 180 craft booths. Sponsored by the Ada Area Chamber of Commerce. Contact deb_curlis@comhealthpro.org.
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Ada Depot, off Main Street, Ada — Placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1998, the two-story, stick-style depot was built in 1887, departing from the standard railroad depot plans. The unique building is larger than most small-town stations and features a second-story telegrapher's office. The outside can be seen anytime. For inside tours, call (419) 634-4045. Agricultural Museum and Village, east of fairgrounds on CR 140, Kenton — A turn-of-the-century farmstead that showcases antique farm implements. Pioneer architecture highlighted by the Stadt log house and the Dunkirk jail. Open by appointment. Free. (419) 673-7147. Beech Grove School, east of fairgrounds on CR 140, Kenton — One of the few remaining examples of scholastic wood frame architecture in Ohio. Building evokes the bygone days of the oneroom school house. Open to groups by appointment. Call (419) 673-7147. Courthouse, North Main Street, Kenton — One of the largest courthouses built in Ohio 1913-1915, the building is in on the National Register of Historic Places. The three-story building features a barrel-vaulted skylight containing more than 1,000 square feet of leaded stained glass. Tours by appointment. (419) 674-2205. Fort McArthur and Cemetery, CR 106 and TR 125 — Named for commander Col. Duncan McArthur, this garrison along the Scioto River supplied American troops during the War of 1812. Fort McArthur Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution restored the graveyard and site of the fort in 1912. Gene Autry Mural Park, corner of Franklin and Market streets, downtown Kenton — The mural commemorates Gene Autry's visit to Kenton and his appearances, with his horse Champion, at the Kenton Theatre Aug. 8, 1938. The mural also portrays the connection to and the importance of the Kenton Hardware Co., home of the Gene Autry repeating cap pistol and Kenton Toys. Hardin County Historical Museum Inc., 223 N. Main St., Kenton — The mansion was built in 1896 for saddler and banker Daniel
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Sullivan and his wife, Louella Mohr. It houses collections of Kenton notables, Native American items and is home to Jacob Parrott Medal of Honor memorabilia. Open 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Tuesday-Friday or by appointment. (419) 673-7147 or www.hardinmuseums.org. Lawrence Woods State Nature Preserve, four miles south of Kenton — From SR 31, turn right on SR 292 and then west on CR 190. The 1,059-acre forest is the largest known mature forest in the region. It is home to a number of rare plants and animals, as well as large specimens of oaks, hickories, maples and other tree species and spring wildflowers. Mt. Victory Antique Shops, on and near SR 31 in the village — There are 15 old-fashioned emporiums. Open Saturday and Sunday and limited hours on weekdays. (937) 354-9947 or (937) 354-5531. Ohio Northern University, Ada -- The nearly 342-acre university has more than 3,500 students in five colleges, Arts and Sciences, Business, Engineering, Pharmacy and Law. The Freed Center for the Performing Arts offers world-class performances. ONU competes in the NCAA Division III-Ohio Athletic Conference in 21 varsity sports. The Inn at Ohio Northern University offers more than 70 deluxe guest rooms, luxurious amenities and more than 3,000 square feet of flexible meeting spaces. (419) 772-2000. Old-Order Amish Country, between SR 309 and 31 southeast of Kenton and north of Mt. Victory — Self-guided driving tour through Amish Country, featuring handcrafted and homemade products at home-based stores. No Sunday sales. Pfeiffer Station General Store, 19950 CR 144, Kenton — Once a stage-coach stop, the store still handles bulk grocery provisions. It also features a craft room filled with Amish handmade wares and hand-dipped ice cream. Open 7:30 a.m.-7:30 p.m. Monday-Friday, noon-5 p.m. Sunday. Give advance notice for groups of 15 or more. (419) 674-4103. Ravenhurst Champagne Cellars, corner of Union and Hardin counties, CR 342 and 343, off SR 31 — The small vineyard and winery has received awards for its Ravenhurst Champagne, La Terre Riche Champagne, Busch-Harris Handcrafted Wines and Les Corbeaux. For tour schedule or appointment, call (937) 3545151 or (937) 982-9220 or e-mail raven_ink@hotmail.com. Sandusky Trail and Shawnee Ford, CR 265 — Follows an old Indian thoroughfare toward Upper Sandusky. Today, the area is the heart of a large Amish community. Scioto River Marsh, southwest Hardin County — The upper Scioto valley provided Hardin County's earliest inhabitants, the Paleo clan, with bountiful hunting grounds. The mound builders left traces of great earthworks along its banks. The Scioto River Marsh was once known as the "Onion Capital of the World," and a refuge for passenger pigeons, mastodons and a legendary giant snake. Today many people love to go canoeing along the Scioto River and observe wildflowers, raccoons, frogs, birds and other wildlife. Wilson Sporting Goods Co., 217 N. Liberty St., Ada — Started in 1913, the company is one of the leading manufacturers of sports equipment. The plant makes leather footballs for the NFL, NCAA, Arena Football, the CFL, high schools and youth leagues. NFL footballs have been made there since 1941. Only a select number of dates are available for tours. To schedule, call (419) 634-9901.
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Henry County JULY
July 28-30 — Hamler Summer Fest, Hamler Community Park, north edge of Hamler on SR 109. German food and beer. Huge wooden dance floor, and some of the best polka bands in the nation. Check the band list at www.hamlersf.com. July 29 — Tigertown 5000 Road Race, Liberty Center High School. More than 50 sponsors provide food and door prize giveaways. Liberty Center. 9 a.m.
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Aug. 2 — River City Rodders Classic Car Cruise In, East Washington Street, Napoleon. www.rivercityrodders.org. 6-8 p.m. Aug. 5-6 — Corn City Festival, Deshler Park, Deshler. Rides, parade, volleyball, kiddie tractor pulls, 1K and 5K runs, food, live musical entertainment Saturday night. Car show Sunday. www.deshlerohiochamber.com, (419) 722-1069 or (419) 278-3483. Aug. 10-17 — Henry County Fair, fairgrounds, 821 S. Perry St., Napoleon. Down home fun for all. (419) 592-9096. For full schedule see www.henrycountyfair.org. Daily 7 a.m.-11 p.m. Aug. 10-17 — History at the fairgrounds. Step into the 1800s at the Henry County Historical Society's complex at the Henry County Fairgrounds. Historic encampments and demonstrations focus on life in the Great Black Swamp region of Ohio.
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Sept. 9 — Napoleon Fall Festival & Car Show, Henry County Fairgrounds, 821 S. Perry St., Napoleon. Live musical entertainment, car show, fun for kids, flea market, crafts and food. (419) 265-0314. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Sept. 9 — Historical demonstrations, Henry County Fairgrounds, 821 S. Perry St., Napoleon. Experience life on the homestead at the Henry County Historical Society's 1860s log house, and 1897 one-room schoolhouse. Demonstrations focus on life during the fall, highlighting the skills settlers used to build homesteads in some of America's most fertile land, the Great Black Swamp. Other highlights include musket demonstrations, exhibits and tours. 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
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Bartlow Township Historical Society Museum, 115 W. Main
St., Deshler. Hamler Heritage Society Town Hall Museum, SR 109 and Marion Street, Hamler. Harley-Davidson of Napoleon, just off SR 24 at 862 American Road, Napoleon — The oldest Harley-Davidson dealership in Northwest Ohio features a museum to display its history. (419) 5927123 or www.h-dsales.com. Henry County Courthouse, 660 N. Perry St., Napoleon — Completed in 1882 and renovated in 1998. Courthouse Tower is 160 feet topped by a Goddess of Justice statue 15 feet tall. Call Napoleon/Henry County Chamber of Commerce, 611 N. Perry St., at (419) 592-1786 for tours. Dr. John Bloomfield Home and Carriage House museums, plus restored historic buildings, Henry County Historical Society. Two locations with different architecture and atmosphere. The 1879 Victorian Dr. John Bloomfield Home and Carriage House is at the corner of West Clinton and Webster streets in downtown Napoleon. The Carriage House was restored to its original design in 2009 and is housing many artifacts, including a general store, a restored chandelier from the Henry County courthouse and a surrey. The home and carriage house are open 2-4 p.m. Sundays, May-September, or by appointment. The Henry County Fairgrounds location features the 1860s Vajen-Harmon cabin, the 1897 Immanuel Lutheran one-room schoolhouse and a mini-agricultural museum. They are open during the Henry County Fair and for other special events. Group tours can be arranged by appointment. www.henrycountyhistory.org or (419) 592-8006. Liberty Center Historical Society Depot Museum, 106 N. Damascus St., Liberty Center. Mary Jane Thurston State Park, 1466 SR 65, McClure — Takes advantage of the Maumee River that winds through Henry County. The Maumee offers more than 20 miles of waterway for recreational activities. Mary Jane Thurston offers camping, boating, fishing and hunting, trails, educational programs and facilities for day-use or overnight. (419) 832-7662 or www.dnr.state.oh.us/parks/mjthurstn/tabid/768/Default.aspx. Maumee State Forest, 3390 CR D, Swanton — Part of the larger Oak Openings Region that the Nature Conservancy has named the area one of “Americaʼs Last Great Places.” The forest hosts many rare plant and animal species and rare habitats left after the Ice Age. (419) 822-3052 or www.ohiodnr.com/forests/maumee/tabid/5159/Default.aspx. ProTeam Classic Corvette Collection and Sales, 1410 N. Scott St., Napoleon — Five buildings house more than 60,000 square feet of classic Corvettes, primarily 1953 to 1973. Many historically significant and one-of-a-kind cars. (419) 592-5086 or www.proteamcorvette.com.
Huron County JULY
July 24, 31 — Willard Summer Concert Series, 7 p.m., Willard City Park, Willard. Concerts take place rain or shine on the showmobile in the park. Free. Seating is available in the shelter areas, or bring a blanket or lawn chair. In case of rain, events may be moved to the depot building adjacent to the shelters. A concession area where hamburgers, hot dogs, popcorn, candy bars, nachos and cheese and Pepsi products will be available. Parks and Recreation Department (419) 935-1654. July 24, The Ribticklers, dixieland; July 31, Bluegrass Mountaineers, bluegrass. July 25 — Willard Concerts in the Park, 7-9 p.m., 561 W. Laurel St., Willard. The concerts take place at the showmobile located behind the depot building. Devault Ridge Band. July 26 — Norwalk Summer Concert Series, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Norwalk Reservoir, Norwalk. Bring a picnic and enjoy entertainment, with a nearby playground for the kids. Dan Robertson. July 28 — Adults-only Cabaret, 8 p.m., Bellevue Society for the Arts, 205 Maple St., Bellevue. Definitely not in the style of Irving Berlinʼs 1942 film, “Holiday Inn,” starring Bing Crosby and Fred Astaire, where every holiday prompts a celebration, Bellevue Society for the Artsʼ Holiday Innkeeper Cabaret Troupe is offering an adults-only event. It will feature an array of songs and spoken-word
material containing crude language, suggestive humor and adult situations performed by some new and familiar BSA personalities. Regular cabaret patrons may find the material offensive. Discretion is advised. The cabaret will feature an hors dʼoeuvres and dessert bar. A cash bar will also be available for those 21 and older with ID. Performances by reservation only and are limited to 100. Tickets are $15. Reservations made in advance by calling (419) 484-2787. No one under the age of 18 will be admitted. www.bellevuesocietyforthearts.wordpress.com.
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Aug. 1, 8, 15 — Willard Concerts in the Park, 7-9 p.m., 561 W. Laurel St., Willard. The concerts take place at the showmobile located behind the depot building. Aug. 1 Classic and Southern Rock, Aug. 8 "T" & Rich Dueling Piano Show, Aug. 15 Spittin' Image. Aug. 2, 9, 16 — Norwalk Summer Concert Series, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Norwalk Reservoir, Norwalk. Bring a picnic and enjoy entertainment, with a nearby playground for the kids. Aug. 2 The Elephants, Aug. 9 Rick DeWitt (from Half Naked Monkeys), Aug. 16 Next Stage. Continued on next page
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Aug. 4, 7, 14 — Willard Summer Concert Series, 7 p.m., Willard City Park, Willard. Concerts take place rain or shine on the showmobile in the park. Free. Seating is available in the shelter areas, or bring a blanket or lawn chair. In case of rain, events may be moved to the depot building adjacent to the shelters. A concession area where hamburgers, hot dogs, popcorn, candy bars, nachos and cheese and Pepsi products will be available. Parks and Recreation Department (419) 935-1654. Aug. 4, 4 p.m., Community Gospel, gospel; Aug. 7, Barbara Bailey Hutchison, folk/country/pop rock; Aug. 14, Darryl and Allie Gatlin, country/variety. Aug. 4-6 — Berlin Heights Basket Festival, Friday 3-11:30 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m.-11:30 p.m., Sunday 7 a.m.-noon., East Main Street and South Street, Berlin Heights. Aug. 5 — Maple City Triathalon/Duathalon, 8-11 a.m., Veterans Memorial Lake Park, Norwalk. www.norwalkrec.com.
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Sept. 1-4 — Fireman's Labor Day Festival, Recreation Park, 2 Blake St., New London. Sept. 2-4 — Milan Melon Festival, rides, games, contests, an antique car show, entertainment, grand parade, queen's contest, and more. The famous muskmelon ice cream and watermelon sherbet are the must-have treats. SR 113, Milan. Sept. 2 — Car Show, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Mad River & NKP Railroad Museum, 253 Southwest St., Bellevue. Every year, make, model of car and truck welcome. Registration, $10, includes entry into the museum. Dash plaques to the first 150 registered. Also, 50/50 drawing, door prizes and raffles. www.madrivermuseum.org. Sept. 9-10 — Pioneer Days, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Historic Lyme Village, 5001 SR 4, Bellevue. Dennis Bauer (419) 483-1084. Experience the past as you tour the 16 buildings of this 19th-century village. Tours include an 1880s Victorian mansion, an 1836 farm home, log homes, barns, a one-room school, a general store and more. The museum gift shop is in the visitors center. Located four miles south of Ohio Turnpike (I-80/90) exit 110.
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Firelands Historical Society Museum & Laning-Young Research Center, Norwalk — Museum in 1835 house. Open 10 a.m.3 p.m. daily and noon-4 p.m. Sunday June-August, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday and noon-4 p.m. Sunday May, September, October. (614) 668-6038.
Historic Lyme Village, 5001 SR 4 (four miles south of Ohio Turnpike exit 110), Bellevue — The sixteen buildings of the village depict life in the Firelands in the 1800s. Included are an 1880s Victorian mansion, an 1836 farm house used as a stop on the Underground Railroad, log homes and more. Also, the National Postmark Museum, the Schug Hardware Museum and a gift shop. Open June-August: 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday; 1-4 p.m. Sunday; Sundays only in September. Admission. (419) 483-4949 or www.lyme- village.com.
Northern Ohio Antique Mall, 22 E. Main St., Norwalk — Antiques and collectibles in 11,000 square feet and 50 booths. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday-Saturday (closed Wednesday), noon-6 p.m. Sunday. (419) 660-8686.
Summit Racing Equipment and Motorsports Park, Norwalk — Home of many local and national automotive competitions. AprilOctober. (419) 668-5555.
Plymouth Area Museum, Plymouth — Information on the first 1910 Plymouth car and the Silver King tractor. Open 1-5 p.m. Wednesday-Friday Memorial Day-Labor Day and seasonal hours Thanksgiving-Christmas. Other times by appointment. (419) 6875411.
Vermilion River State Nature Preserve, one mile north of Wakeman on West River Road — Visitor permit required from the Ohio Department of Natural Resources Division of Natural Areas and Preserves. Scenic natural area with large section of the Vermilion River Gorge. Spring wildflowers.
Willard Area Historical Society & Railroad Museum, South Main Street, Willard — Railroad memorabilia. Open 1-4 p.m. Sunday. (419) 935-0954.
Logan County JULY
July 22 — Marmon Valley Farm Summer Fun Day, 1-5 p.m., Marmon Valley Farm, 7754 SR 292 S., Zanesfield. Besides trail riding through acres of scenic countryside in the hills of Logan County, families can also enjoy hayrides all afternoon and the climbing wall, plus swimming and paddle boating in the pond. Visit dozens of farm animals and stop by the play barn. The gift shop is a must see for horse and animal lovers and souvenir seekers. Waterfront participants are asked to wear modest one-piece swimsuits at the lake. Shirts, shorts or pants, and shoes are required outside of the lake area. Marmon Valley is a smoke-free, alcohol-free Christian camp facility. (937) 593-8000. July 28 — Missy Raines and The New Hip (Special Backstage Show), 7:30 p.m., The Holland Theatre, 127 E. Columbus Ave., Bellefontaine. With a smokey and seductive alto, seven-time IBMA Bass Player of the Year, Missy Raines, heads up this quartet featuring mandolin, guitar, bass and drums. Seating at this Special Backstage Show is limited to 90. www.thehollandtheatre.org.
Aug. 4 — Harborfest Night Moves 5K, 8-10 p.m. at Indian Lake. Join the Indian Lake community for Harborfest Night Moves 5K to help kick off Harborfest 2017. Indian Lake Chamber of Commerce (937) 843-5392. Registration is $27, which includes a T-shirt and $2 registration fee. Deadline to register online is July 31 by noon. Same day race registration is $30 with no shirt. Aug. 5-6 — Rock the Lake, Christian concert event at Old Field Beach, Indian Lake State Park. The purpose is to present the Gospel. 1 p.m.-midnight Saturday, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday. Contact: Shine FM (937) 292-8890.
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AUGUST
Aug. 3-5 — “Beguiled Again”: The Songs of Rogers and Hart, The Holland Theatre, 127 E. Columbus Ave., Bellefontaine, 7:30 p.m., a musical revue compiling the works of Rogers and Hart, the music partnership which spanned 24 years and resulted in the scores for 30 stage musicals and nine films. The show is almost entirely music, with minimal dialogue between some of the songs, featuring “My Funny Valentine,” “Blue Moon,” “With a Song in My Heart” and more. www.thehollandtheatre.org.
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Aug. 5 — Indian Lake Duck Slide, 3:30 p.m., Russells Point Harbor, Indian Lake, the Indian Lake version of river duck races. Indian Lake Chamber of Commerce (937) 843-5392. Ducks can be purchased at the Indian Lake Chamber Office, Choice Properties, Spend-A-Day Marina, Zimmerman Realty, Bud's Marine, or the Fuel Stop. Ducks are $5 each. Aug. 5 — Harborfest, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Russells Point Harbor, Indian Lake. Cruise-in 10 a.m.-4 p.m., with Wacky Boat Races at 2 p.m. (registration beginning at 12:30 p.m.) Arts, crafts, games and food vendors will be available from 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. Duck slide at 3:30 p.m. Indian Lake Chamber of Commerce (937) 843-5392. Aug. 5-6 — Art on the Beach, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday, Old Field Beach, Lakeview. Sponsored by the Logan County Art League, Art on the Beach showcases local artists' work. Andrea Earick (937) 602-3032. Aug. 12 — Party at the Beach, Old Field Beach, Indian Lake State Park, 11 a.m.-8:30 p.m. Gates open at 11 a.m. The line-up is Wally and the Beavs at 1 p.m., Clark Manson at 4 p.m. and Lt. Dan's New Legs at 5:30 p.m. Food and beverages are available for purchase. Must be at least 21 to purchase alcoholic beverages. ID required for the consumption of alcohol. No coolers allowed. Reserved tent spaces available. First come, first serve. Indian Lake Chamber of Commerce (937) 843-5392. Tickets are $17 and $15, plus a $2 handling fee. Online ticket sales end Aug. 7. Tickets at the gate are $20. Tickets are available at: Indian Lake Chamber, Spend-A-Day Marina, Community Market, Bud's Marine, Winner's Northside Market, The Landing Tavern, Framing by Fuller and LaPizzeria. Aug. 12 — The Second Salon at Mac-O-Chee, 2-4 p.m., The Piatt Castles, 10051 TR 47, West Liberty. Join the Piatt Castles to learn about new research and initiatives on the Piatt collection at the Ohio State University, as well as hear readings of Sarah Piattʼs poems. James White (937) 465-2821. No fee for the event. Aug. 12 — Hot Summer Nights Cruise-In, 6-9 p.m., downtown Bellefontaine. Join the Top of Ohio Cruisers for the 18th cruise-in. Participants should register at the fairgrounds 2-5 p.m. There will be no registration downtown. Participants will get a Tshirt with registration by July 30. There will be a parade up Main Street to downtown starting at 5:15. The downtown show will be 69. Awards will be given at 9 p.m. There will be door prizes, drivers pool, oldies music, food, 50/50 drawing, dash plaques and more than 50 award winners chosen by local celebrities. All years of cars, trucks, motorcycles and specialty vehicles welcome. $1,000 grand prize raffle prize. Registration is $20. Aug. 17 — Discovery Day, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Ohio Caverns, 2210 SR 245 E., West Liberty. www.OhioCaverns.com. On this date in 1897, a young boy discovered what is now Ohio Caverns. Special historic tours will highlight the discovery and history of the caverns. Admission $17 adult, $9 child 5-12 years. Aug. 19 — Marmon Valley Farm Dad and Daughter Date, 38 p.m., Marmon Valley Farm, 7754 SR 292 S., Zanesfield. $35 per person. The afternoon/evening includes a trail ride, dinner and a barn dance. Trail rides begin around 3 p.m. After a farm style meal, head to the barn for a foot-stompin' barn dance. Activities will conclude about 8 p.m. Reservations required. Riders must have a completed riding waiver. (937) 593-8000. Aug. 19 — Nashville Hitmakers, 7 p.m., Indian Lake High School auditorium, 6210 SR 235, Lewistown. www.nashvillehitmakers.com/contact.php. An assemblage of award winning country music songwriters perform their top hits to benefit the Indian Lake Watershed Project. Aug. 26 — Marmon Valley Farm Mom and Me, 3-7 p.m., Marmon Valley Farm, 7754 SR 292 S., Zanesfield. Horseback riding through the woods, a farm-style meal and archery at the range. Children will have the opportunity to spend an evening of fun on the farm with mom. Trail rides begin at 3 p.m. and the evening activities wrap up around 7 p.m. Reservations required. (937) 593-8000. $35 person.
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Sept. 1-3 — Marmon Valley Farm Labor Day Work Weekend, Marmon Valley Farm, 7754 SR 292 S., Zanesfield. In exchange for a dayʼs work on the farm your crew will enjoy a weekend of fun and fellowship. Work projects Saturday may include jobs such as painting, gardening, minor construction, trail trimming, wood cutting and cleaning. Many projects incorporate whole family participation. The weekend includes lodging, meals, a trail ride, hay ride, barn dance and other activities. Kids under 2 are free. (937) 593-8000. $40 person. Sept. 1-4 — West Liberty Labor Day Festival, Lions Park, West Liberty. Daily events: wheat threshing, rubber duckie races, dunk tank, kiddie games, tractor teeter-totter, pony rides, petting zoo and raffles. Also, games, parade, live entertainment, food, lawnmower and go cart races, line dancing, ice cream social, antique tractor pull, community church service, children's pedal tractor pull, Willie Yoderʼs famous tug of war and all day ball games. Contact (937) 465-4081. Sept. 2 — The Drifters, 7:30-9:30 p.m., The Holland Theatre, 127 E. Columbus Ave., Bellefontaine. The Drifters have many historic records, including being the first musical group to sell 2 million records with their pop classic, "Up on the Roof," and the first African-American vocal group to be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. The groupʼs history includes five legendary lead singers, including Rock and Roll Hall of Famers Clyde McPhatter and Ben E. King. The Drifters were in the first class of performers to be initiated into the hall of fame. Their classic tune, "Under the Boardwalk," is said to be the most played R&B record of all time. The Holland Theatre (937) 592-9002 or www.hehollandtheatre.org. Sept. 3 — Ring of Fire, dusk, Indian Lake. Lake residents say goodbye to summer by lining the lake shores with red flares, creating a glow over the entire body of water. Sept. 10 — Marmon Valley Farm Ride Through the Valley, 2:30-4:30 p.m., Marmon Valley Farm, 7754 SR 292 S., Zanesfield. Marmon Valley Ministries is committed to providing scholarships to any family that cannot pay the full price of camp tuition. The special trail ride is to raise the funds for camp scholarships. Riders find sponsors to give tax-deductible donations to Marmon Valley Ministries. Participants are eligible for prizes if they surpass the $50 minimum sponsorship level, riding as an individual or as part of a team. The individual rider who raises the most in sponsorships will win a free week of summer camp. Marmon Valley Farm (937) 5938000.
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Lucas County JULY
July 23 — Mercy Health Music Under the Stars, 7:30-9:30 p.m., Toledo Zoo Amphitheatre, 2700 Broadway, Toledo. www.facebook.com/events/267127777094715. The theme is “World Tour, 2017!” July 29 — Blues, Brews & Brats Waterville Street Festival, 6 p.m., Third Street Cigar, 20 N. Third St., Waterville. www.facebook.com/events/487640221568183. Proceeds go to the Waterville Rotary Charities. Admission $10. July 30 — Sunday Funday Summer Concert Series, 1-10 p.m., Maumee River Yacht Club, 2735 Broadway St., Toledo. www.facebook.com/events/304803073278149. Local bands, fresh grilled food and tiki bar fun. July 30 — Mercy Health Music Under the Stars, 7:30-10:30 p.m., Toledo Zoo Amphitheatre, 2700 Broadway, Toledo. www.facebook.com/events/307681743021501. The final concert of the series, centered around “Made in America, and directed by Bruce Moss from Bowling Green State University.
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Aug. 3-6 — “A Year With Frog & Toad,” a Young Rep production, 7 p.m., 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Toledo Repertoire Theatre, 16 10th St., Toledo. www.facebook.com/events/710291979140493. A Young Rep musical, ages 7-13. Whimsical show tells the story of two best friends: the cheerful, popular Frog and the rather grumpy Toad. Aug. 5 — Eddie & the Edsels: “Old Time Rock ʼnʼ Roll,” 7:30-11:30 p.m., Centennial Terrace, 5773 Centennial Road, Sylvania. Ron Thompson (440) 724-5235 or RLT2800@aol.com. Eddie & the Edsels, billed as the hardest-working "oldies" band in northeastern Ohio, is back for the “All Toledo Area High Schools Class Reunion.” Music from the ʼ50s, ʼ60s and ʼ70s. Peg pants, duck tails, poodle skirts, peace medallions and letter sweaters are optional. Admission: $10 at the door. Aug. 6 — Festival of India, 11 a.m.-8 p.m., Centennial Terrace, 5773 Centennial Road, Sylvania. www.centennialterrace.org/event/festival-of-india/?instance_id=512. Cultural event presented by the community of Southeast Asian-Indian heritage for the last 27 years, with colorful dresses, melodious music, Indian classical and folk dances, food delicacies from around India, temporary henna tattoos in beautiful Indian designs, lots of shopping and more. Aug. 10 — Ann Wilson of Heart, 8-10:30 p.m., Centennial Terrace, 5773 Centennial Road, Sylvania. www.facebook.com/events/216512035510868. Aug. 11-12 — Maumee Summer Fair, 5 p.m., Maumee Uptown Business Association, 601 Conant St., Maumee. www.facebook.com/events/1356974600994061. The Maumee Summer Fair and Taste of Maumee are on tree-lined streets in the historic uptown district. In addition to more than 200 arts, craft and commercial booths, there are the Kidʼs Zone featuring bounce house, petting zoo, caricature artist and face painting, a classic car show, and family entertainment throughout the day Saturday. Friday and Saturday there will be regional bands rocking the night for the 21and-older crowd in the beer garden adjacent to the Taste of Maumee food vendors. Saturday afternoon will be the Maumee Palooza (original music stage) in conjunction with craft beer tastings all afternoon. Aug. 17 — Art Loop: Dog Days of Summer plus Cats, 5:309 p.m., downtown Toledo, Art Loop Hub at Main Library, 325 N. Michigan St., Toledo. Natalie Tranelli-Jacobs (419) 254-2787, ext. 1017, or NJacobs@theartscommission.org. Behind many artists is a furry friend that supports and inspires creativity. Art Loop celebrates pets with special exhibitions of pet-themed art, pet portraits and characters, and special activities. Pets welcome. Free. Wristbands are $1.25 and include unlimited bus rides all evening. Aug. 19-20 — Birmingham Ethnic Festival, Consaul St., Toledo. www.facebook.com/events/758628734318562. Aug. 18 (evening) waiter's race; Aug. 19 festival opens noon-10 p.m.; Aug. 20 recognition ceremonies open, noon-9 p.m. Aug. 20 — Toledo African American Festival, with Northwest Ohio Rib-Off, 11 a.m.-11 p.m., Lucas County Fairgrounds,
1406 Key St., Maumee. www.facebook.com/events/248189465664875. Aug. 24 — Make America Rock Again Tour, 7 p.m., Centennial Terrace, 5773 Centennial Road, Sylvania. www.centennialterrace.org/event/make-america-rock-tour/?instance_id=522. Featuring: Scott Stapp, lead singer of Creed; Sick Puppies; Drowning Pool; Trapt; and Adelitas Way. Doors at 5:30 p.m. Tickets online at www.etix.com or at the Stranahan Theater Box office (419) 381-8851. Aug. 24 — Bob Seger and the Silver Bullet Band, 7:30 p.m., Huntington Center, 500 Jefferson Ave., Toledo. www.huntingtoncentertoledo.com/events/view.php?event=bob-seger-and-thesilver-bullet-band-670. Segerʼs 2017 Runaway Train Tour. In 2015, Seger was honored with Billboardʼs “Legend of Live” award for his significant and lasting impact on the touring industry. Special guest includes Nancy Wilson of Heart on select dates. Aug. 25 — ProMedica Summer Concert Series: Toledo Symphony Orchestra and Steve Tyrell in concert, 7:30-10:30 p.m., Promenade Park, 250 Water St., Toledo. Free concert featuring Grammy Award-winning producer and vocalist Steve Tyrell. The stage will be near the Maumee River; the performers also will be seen on a video wall on the side of the new parking garage. Event will feature food trucks and an area serving beer and wine. www.promedica.org/summerconcerts. Aug. 25 — Hunter Hayes in Concert, 8 p.m., Centennial Terrace, 5773 Centennial Road, Sylvania. (419) 381-8851 or www.centennialterrace.org/event/hunter-hayes/?instance_id=498. $33-$50. Tickets online at www.etix.com or at the Stranahan Theater Box office (419) 381-8851
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Sept. 19-24 — “The Book of Mormon,” Broadway musical, Stranahan Great Hall, 4645 Heatherdowns Blvd., Toledo. (419) 381-8851 or www.facebook.com/events/1914117435510624. Show times: Sept. 19-21 7:30 p.m., Sept. 22 8 p.m., Sept. 23-24 2 p.m., Sept. 8 p.m., Sept. 24 7:30 p.m. “The Book of Mormon” follows two young missionaries who are sent to Uganda to try to convert citizens to the Mormon religion. One missionary, Elder Price, is an enthusiastic go-getter with a strong dedication to his faith, while his partner, Elder Cunningham, is a socially awkward but well meaning nerd whose tendency to embroider the truth soon lands him in trouble. Upon their arrival in Africa, Elders Price and Cunningham learn that in a society plagued by AIDS, poverty and violence, a successful mission may not be as easy as they expected. Sept. 15 — ProMedica Summer Concert Series: Toledo Symphony Orchestra and the Music of Prince, 7:30-10:30 p.m., Promenade Park, 250 Water St., Toledo. Free. The concert will feature the orchestra and a tribute band of former members of his New Power Generation performing his biggest hits, including “Purple Rain,” “When Doves Cry,” “U Got the Look,” “Raspberry Beret” and more. The stage will be near the Maumee River; the performers also will be seen on a video wall on the side of the new parking garage. Each event will feature food trucks and an area serving beer and wine. www.promedica.org/summerconcerts.
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July 23 — Marion Concert Series, Erickson Pavilion, McKinley Park, McKinley Park Boulevard, Marion, (740) 360-2213. Bring a lawn chair. Featuring The Geeze Cats. 7 p.m. Free. July 28-31 — AKC Dog Show, Marion County Fairgrounds, 220 E. Fairground St., Marion. (740) 387-2394. The Dan Emmett Kennel Club show is July 28-29. The Marion Kennel Club show will be July 30-31. See dogs of all breeds compete as their owners parade them around the arena. There will be judging of each breed with trophies given at the end of the show. July 30 — Marion Concert Series, Erickson Pavilion, McKinley Park, McKinley Park Boulevard, Marion, (740) 360-2213. Bring a lawn chair. Featuring The Marionaires. 7 p.m. Free.
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Aug. 6 — Marion Concert Series, Erickson Pavilion, McKinley Park, McKinley Park Boulevard, Marion, (740) 360-2213. Bring a lawn chair. Featuring Presidential Brass. 7 p.m. Free. Aug. 11-13 — Buckeye Classic Power of the Paint, Marion County Fairgrounds, 220 E. Fairground St., Marion, (740) 3862980. Antique tractor show, tractor auction, antique show and flea market, by Smith Farms Restoration, Polk Auction Co. and B.C. Antiques. More than 30,000 square feet of exhibits (under roof or shade for outside exhibits), camping, a tractor parade and rodeo. Begins at 8 a.m. Friday. www.ohiobuckeyeclassic.com. Aug. 12 — Summerail Event, Marion Palace Theatre and May Pavilion, 276 W. Center St., Marion. (740) 383-2101. An annual railroad themed multimedia exhibition, Summerail is moving temporarily to the Palace Theater. It is within walking distance of the Marion Union Station and the heavy railroad traffic it has to offer. The Marion Union Station Association has excellent train watching facilities and historic displays at the station, including the restored
Open hours, May-October Wednesday-Sunday 1:00-4:00 PM.
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AC interlocking tower. www.summerail.com. Aug. 12 — Gary Squires Memorial Car Show, Main Street, downtown Marion. (740) 361-0812 or (740) 244-1624. Show begins at noon with awards at 6 p.m. Aug. 13 — Marion Concert Series, Erickson Pavilion, McKinley Park, McKinley Park Boulevard, Marion, (740) 360-2213. Bring a lawn chair. Featuring The Marion Concert Band. 7 p.m. Free. Aug. 19 — Fout/Price Memorial Car Show, Marion International Flea Market, 1238 Linn Hipsher Road, Marion. (740) 2624699. Proceeds benefit Ohio Health/Marion General Hospice through the Fout/Price Memorial Fund. Registration noon-2 p.m. with awards at 4 p.m. Aug. 19 First Ladies Luncheon, Tri-Rivers Career Center, 2222 Marion-Mount Gilead Road, Marion. (740) 387-4255. Featuring a buffet luncheon of favorite foods of five first ladies of the United States, with a program to follow. Tickets: $20 in advance. www.marionhistory.com. Aug. 19 — Everettʼs Train Show & Swap Meet, Marion Union Station, 532 W. Center St., Marion. (740) 383-3768. Many vendors selling model train parts, tracks, and accessories, hundreds of railroad cars in all colors for purchase. Visitors can also check out the station, AC tower and museum quality collection of railroad memorabilia 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Aug. 22 — Taste of Marion, Marion Palace Theatre inside the May Pavilion, 276 W. Center St., Marion. (740) 802-7329. A Taste of Marion gives attendees the opportunity to have a “taste” of what Marionʼs best food establishments have to offer. Many restaurants and caterers from Marion and surrounding counties come together to offer samples of their best entrées and desserts. www.downtownmarion.com. Aug. 26 — Doll Show, Womenʼs Club Home, 1126 E. Center St., Marion. (740) 389-4881. Dolls and miniatures on display 10 a.m.-3 p.m. www.historicwomensclubhome.org.
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Aug. 27 — Pedals, Pipes & Pizza, Marion Palace Theatre, 276 W. Center St., Marion. (740) 383-2101. Experience a film as audience members did in the theater 89 years ago. Playing on the big screen will be the 1929 silent film, “Liberty.” Renowned resident organist Dave Calendine will accompany the film on the theaterʼs 1924 Mighty Wurlitzer organ. After the film, enjoy pizza on the stage. $16. Show begins at 3 pm. www.marionpalace.org.
SEPTEMBER
Sept. 7-9 — Marion Popcorn Festival, downtown Marion, (740) 387-FEST. Main stage entertainment: Thursday, Bike Nite, will feature The Prince Experience, a Prince Tribute band, at 8:30 p.m., with classic rock/blues band Reckless Abandonment opening at 6 p.m.; Friday, Gin Blossoms; Saturday, Georgia Satellites. All begin at 8:30 p.m. and are free. Other events include the Popcorn Parade with more than 300 units, a popcorn cooking contest, a fine art show, crafts, Popcorn 5000 5K run/walk, Popcorn 1000 bike tour, a Thursday afternoon senior show at the historic Marion Palace Theatre and more. www.popcornfestival.com or (740) 387FEST. Sept. 16 — Wings & Wheels Fly In/ Drive In, Marion Municipal Airport, 1530 Pole Lane Road, Marion. (740) 382-1634. Fun for the entire family including helicopter rides, sail plane rides, vintage aircraft, radio controlled aircraft that are open to test fly, and the opportunity to fly a drone. Stroll through rows of classic cars with the Cruise-In for Dialysis drive in, along with many other wheeled vehicles such as fire engines, tractors, cranes and more. Free parking, admission and kids activities.
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Big Island Wildlife Area, five miles west of Marion off SR 95 — Wetlands and prairie areas. Large pond area. Bird watching, fishing, hunting. (800) 371-6688. Buckeye Telephone Museum, 581 Bellefontaine Ave., Marion — A volunteer group of telephone retirees and employees working to preserve the telephone industryʼs history. Some items on display are 30 various open-wire insulators, 18 wall-mounted magneto crank phones, mechanical central, office switching gear, Ohio telephone exchange maps and charts and telephone directories dating back to 1902. The non-profit organization is funded by public donations. A $1 donation per person is suggested. Tours by appointment.(419) 947-8676. Claridon Prairie, east of SR 98 and north of SR 309 — A natural prairie strip along the Conrail tracks managed by the Marion County Historical Society. (800) 371-6688. Etowah, 429 Mount Vernon Ave., Marion — Completed in 1908, this mansion was once the home of Marion industrialist George W. King, founder of the Marion Power Shovel Co. President Harding entertained dignitaries there. Now the home of Central Christian Church. Listed on National Register of Historic Places in 1996. (740) 387-5120. Harding Home & Museum, 380 Mount Vernon Ave., Marion — Home erected in 1891 before the marriage of Florence King and Warren G. Harding, the 29th president. Harding memorabilia and original furnishings. Open Saturday before Memorial Day to Labor Day weekend noon-5 p.m. Wednesday-Sunday. Closed Labor Day. Open noon-5 p.m. Saturday-Sunday September and October. (740) 387-9630, (800) 600-6894, www.ohiohistory.org/places/harding. Harding Memorial, US 423 at Delaware Avenue and Vernon Heights Blvd., Marion — Tomb for the remains of President and Mrs. Harding built of Georgian marble. Open dawn-dusk all year. Henry A. True Home & Library, 149 E. Church St., Marion — Home of the True family, one of Marionʼs earliest settlers. Thousands of volumes of Ohio and U.S. history. Tours by appointment, by calling (740) 387-6140. Heritage Hall, 169 E. Church St., Marion — Former Post Office houses Marion County Historical Society Museum and Wyandot Popcorn Museum. It contains Harding Presidential Collections,
Marion County history exhibits and the Rinker/Howser Resource Center. Open 1-4 p.m. Wednesday-Sunday May-October, Saturday-Sunday November-April. (740) 387-4255. Huber Machinery Museum, Marion County Fairgrounds, Marion — A memorial to Edward Huber, inventor of the wood revolving hay rake. Also, early gasoline tractors, corn shredder, separator/threshers, orchard tractors, a combine and other machinery. Tours are 1-4 p.m. Saturdays and by appointment. (740) 389-1098. Killdeer Wildlife Area, northwest edge of the county west of Harpster — Wetlands and prairie areas with bird watching, fishing, hunting. (800) 371-6688. Lawrence Orchard, 2634 Smeltzer Road, Marion. Pick your own apples and peaches at this family-owned orchard. Annual Apple Fest is last Saturday in September with entertainment, crafts, hayrides and mazes. Open July-December. (740) 389-3019. Linn School, SR 4 north of Marion — One-room school was built in 1897 and restored in 2003, rescued by two brothers, Oliver and Merle Hamilton. The Hamiltons restored the building, interior included, to the period of 1909-1913 when they attended the school. They donated it to the Marion County Historical Society to use for educational programs. Reflects a time when tin lunch pails, pot-bellied stove, McGuffy readers, desks with inkwells and foldup seats and a recitation bench were the norm. Tours are by appointment. Contact: Marion County Historical Society (740) 387-4255. Marion County International Raceway, LaRue — Entertainment and automobile racing April-October, 7 p.m. Sundays. (740) 499-3666, www.mcir.com. Marion Union Station, 532 W. Center St., Marion — An original railroad station built in 1902. On display are railroad items, history and a caboose. Open 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday or by appointment. (740) 383-3768. Mural in downtown Marion, corner of Prospect and Center streets — Renowned artist Eric Grohe is creating a mural in the heart of one of Marionʼs downtown parks. Mysterious Revolving Ball, Marion Cemetery — A 5,200pound granite ball that sits atop a pedestal and rotates. In 1929, it was featured in ʻʻRipleyʼs Believe It or Not.ʼʼ OSU Marion Prairie Nature Center, south side of campus — Replanted native prairie grasses and nature center on the OSUMarion campus. (800) 371-6688, (740) 389-OSUM, www.marion.ohio-state.edu/prairie/ MainPage.htm. Palace Theatre, 276 W. Center St., Marion — Built in the late 1920s, the theater has a Spanish courtyard theme. Live state performances and movies. (740) 383-2101, www.marionpalace.org. Quarry Nature Park, Fairground Street off Hillman-Ford Road, Marion — Opened in 2002, park offers shelter houses, handicapped-accessible trails, fishing, gravel nature trails and bird watching. Shamrock Vineyard, 111 Rengert Road, Waldo — The vineyard produces at least 10 varieties of fine wines. It is locally owned and operated, with 2,500 gallons of wine produced each year. Open 1-5 p.m. Monday-Saturday January through March, 1-6 p.m. Monday-Saturday April-December. (740) 726-2883. Stengel True Museum, Washington and State streets, Marion — Built in 1864, the home now contains collections of early guns, Indian artifacts, pottery and glassware and other primitives. Open by appointment. Veterans Memorial Coliseum, fairgrounds — Home to concerts, motocross races, rodeos, dances, antique shows and other activities. Veterans Memorial Park, Marion — The only park in the United States built specifically to honor those who fought in every war in which the U.S. has been involved. A separate monument is devoted to each war. World War II Veterans Memorial, Marion Cemetery, 620 Delaware Ave. — The memorial has four sections: the Eagle Cascade entrance; the Canopy of Trees; the Plaza of Heroes; and the Memorial Monument itself. (740) 387-7050. Wyandot Popcorn Museum, 169 E. Church St., Marion — The popcorn museum is under a circus tent filled with antique popcorn wagons and concession models dating from 1890-1940, all operational. Open 1-4 p.m. Wednesday-Sunday May-October, Saturday-Sunday November-April. (740) 387-4255, www.wyandotpopcornmus.com.
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July 22 — OSU Alumni Band, 8:15 p.m. Gate fee applies. $22.75 adult; $15 youth (age 13-18), Hoover Auditorium, 115 W. Third St., Lakeside. (419) 798-4461 or www.lakesideohio.com. July 24 — Chip Richter & the Munks, 7:30 p.m. Gate fee applies: $22.75 adult, $15 teen (13-18), Hoover Auditorium, 115 W. Third St., Lakeside. (419) 798-4461 or www.lakesideohio.com. The bandʼs family concerts feature high-energy music with a positive message. July 25 — Michael Harrison, ventriloquist, 8:15 p.m. Gate fee applies: $22.75 adult, $15 teen(13-18), Hoover Auditorium, 115 W. Third St., Lakeside. (419) 798-4461 or www.lakesideohio.com. Harrisonʼs family act landed him eight consecutive years of bookings and more that 1,500 performances with Disney Cruise Line. July 26 — Ciaran Sheehan "Broadway and Beyond," 8:15 p.m. Gate fee applies: $22.75 adult, $15 teen (13-18), Hoover Auditorium, 115 W. Third St., Lakeside. (419) 798-4461 or www.lakesideohio.com. Actor, singer and voice healer whose performances are known to “warm the heart and touch the soul.” July 27 — Lakeside Women's Club Tour of Homes, 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Gate fee applies. $22.75 adult; $15 youth (age 1318), various locations, Lakeside. (419) 798-4461 or www.lakesideohio.com/calendar. To read home descriptions, visit the website. July 27 — Greater Port Clinton Area Arts Council 4th Thursday Art Walk, 5-8 p.m., free, downtown Port Clinton. (419) 3410804 or www.ottawacountyarts.org. Live music, live art and children's activities. July 27 — Bryan White, $30 person (plus 2-drink minimum), The Listening Room, OurGuest Inn & Suites, 220 E. Perry St. (SR 163), Port Clinton. (419) 734-7050 or www.thelisteningroompc.com. Grammy award-winning, multi-platinum and gold artist with six No. 1 singles. Hits include "Someone Else's Star," "Rebecca Lynn," "I'm Not Supposed to Love You Anymore," and "From This Moment On" with Shania Twain. Reservations recommended. July 27 — The Doo Wah Riders, 8:15 p.m. Gate fee applies. $22.75 adult; $15 youth (age 13-18), Hoover Auditorium, 115 W. Third St., Lakeside. (419) 798-4461 or www.lakesideohio.com. High-energy country music with a Cajun twist. July 27-29 — Lakeside Craft & Art Show, Thursday-Friday 9 a.m.-6 pm, Saturday 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Gate fee applies. $22.75 adult; $15 youth (age 13-18), Hotel Lakeside, 150 Maple Ave., Lakeside. (419) 798-4461 or www.lakesideohio.com. More than 60 vendors featuring photography, wood carvings, handmade jewelry, painted glass, home decor and more. July 28 — CMP Rimfire Clinic. Free. Camp Perry, 1000 Lawrence Drive (off SR 2), Port Clinton. (419) 635-2151, ext.1102, or www.thecmp.org/nm/rimfire.htm. July 28 — Lakeside Symphony Orchestra Opening Night and Reception, 8:15 p.m. Gate fee applies. $22.75 adult, $15 teen (age 13-18), Hoover Auditorium, 115 W. Third St., Lakeside. (419) 798-4461 or www.lakesideohio.com. To open its 54th season, the orchestra will present a concert of light classics. At the reception following the concert, you can meet the musicians. July 29 — Mouse Island Sailing Race, 9 a.m.-noon, with 8 a.m. registration. Gate fee applies: $26.50 adult, $15 teen (13-18), Lakeside Chautauqua. (419) 798-4461 or www.lakesideohio.com. Three classes will include single-handed sunfish, double-handed sunfish, and single-handed laser. All age groups will sail together. The boats will sail from the Lakeside Sailing Center, around Mouse Island, and back to Lakeside. Spectators may watch from the shoreline at Lakeside. July 29 — CMP Rimfire Sporter Match, Camp Perry, 1000 Lawrence Drive (off SR 2), Port Clinton. (419) 635-2141 or www.thecmp.org/competitions/cmp-national-matches/. July 29 — War, 8:15 p.m. Gate fee applies: $26.50 adult, $15 teen (13-18), Hoover Auditorium, 115 W. Third St., Lakeside. (419) 798-4461 or www.lakesideohio.com. The band who was daring enough to carry the name War in 1969, when peace was the slogan of the nation, will bring their timeless message to Lakeside. July 30 — 5K Raccoon Run/Walk and One-Mile Fun Run, 8 a.m. Gate fee applies: $22.75 adult, $15 teen (13-18), Lakeside
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Chautauqua. (419) 798-4461 or www.lakesideohio.com. Walkers, joggers, and runners will take to the streets of Lakeside Chautauqua. The one-mile fun run begins at 8 a.m., followed by the 5K Raccoon Run at 8:30 a.m. The race course winds through Lakeside and will end on Third Street in front of Hoover Auditorium. July 30 — Family Program in the Park: Back to the Wild, 68 p.m. Gate fee applies. $22.75 adult, $15 teen (age 13-18), Central Park, Lakeside. (419) 798-4461 or www.lakesideohio.com. Featuring the rescued animals of Back to the Wild. See bald eagles, owls and hawks, and learn about the work of this wildlife rehabilitation and nature education center. www.backtothewild.com. July 31 — World Ranger Day, Perry's Victory and International Peace Memorial, 93 Delaware Ave., Put-in-Bay. (419) 285-2184 or www.nps.gov/pevi. The Thin Green Line will be highlighted. Honor park rangers around the world who have made the ultimate sacrifice.
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Aug. 1 — Wild Tuesday With Invasive Species. Free. Lake Erie Islands Nature & Wildlife Center, 255 Meechen Road, Put-inBay. (419) 285-3037 or www.lakeerieislandswildlife.com. Presented by Kathy Holbrook, Perry's Victory & International Peace Memorial. The purpose of this program is to educate visitors on Ohio's native wildlife by providing an up-close and often hands-on interactive experience. Aug. 1 — Mike Nizer, juggler, 8:15 p.m. Gate fee applies. $22.75 adult, $15 teen (age 13-18). Hoover Auditorium, 115 W. Third St., Lakeside. (866) 952-5374 or www.lakesideohio.com. A combination of original comedy, world class juggling, movement, music and technology. Aug. 2 — Lakeside Symphony Orchestra Concert: "Beethoven's Wig," 8:15 p.m. Gate fee applies. $22.75 adult, $15 teen (age 13-18). Hoover Auditorium, 115 W. Third St., Lakeside. (419) 798-4461 or www.lakesideohio.com. Family-friendly concert featuring the "greatest hits" of classical music with a twist. Aug. 3 — Six Appeal, 8:15 p.m. Gate fee applies. $22.75 adult, $15 teen (age 13-18). Hoover Auditorium, 115 W. Third St., Lakeside. (419) 798-4461 or www.lakesideohio.com. Award-winning a cappella group will take the audience on a musical journey spanning decades. Aug. 3 — Beer & Wine Tasting: Portable Picnic Foods, 6:308 p.m., $30 person, Schedel Arboretum & Gardens, 19255 W. Portage River S. Road, Elmore. (419) 862-3182 or www.schedelgardens.org/events. Enjoy three tiers of fun, fresh-from-thegarden delights, each with a 4 oz. sample of beer or wine. Aug. 3-6 — I-LYA Senior Sail Race Week, Put-in-Bay Yacht Club, 536 Bayview Ave., Put-in-Bay. (419) 285-2832 or www.ilya.org. The 124th running of the annual race week including the "deepwater" race from Sandusky to Put-in-Bay Thursday night. Aug. 3-7 — 1928 Ford Tri-Motor Ride Experiences, Thursday 2-5 p.m., Friday-Monday 9 a.m.-5 p.m. $75 adult, $50 child (age 17 and under). Liberty Aviation Museum, 3515 E. State Road, Port Clinton. (877) 952-5395 or www.eaa.org/en/eaa/flight-experiences/fly-the-ford-eaa-ford-tri-motor-airplane-tour. Experience the magic of flight in the world's first mass-produced airliner (weatherpermitting). Flights are about 15 minutes. $5 from every seat sold during this tour stop will fund the Tri-Motor Heritage Foundation's Port Clinton Ford Tri-Motor restoration at the Liberty Aviation Museum. Aug. 4 — Maureen McGovern: "Looking for the Light,” 8:15 p.m. Gate fee applies: $22.75 adult, $15 teen (13-18). Hoover Auditorium, 115 W. Third St., Lakeside. (419) 798-4461 or www.lakesideohio.com. World-renowned artist performs songs of inspiration and faith, including “You Raise Me Up” and her signature song “The Morning After.” Aug. 5 — JF Walleye's 5K, 1810 Fox Road, Middle Bass. (419) 285-2739 or www.https://jfwalleyes5k.itsyourrace.com/register. The race will begin between J.F. Walleyeʼs and the Lonz Winery, with views across Lake Erie of the Put-in-Bay harbor and Perryʼs Victory and International Peace Memorial. The race will take you across Middle Bass Island and finishes at J.F. Walleyeʼs for a post-race party that includes food and refreshments. Continued on next page
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Aug. 5 — Poker Kayak Day at Middle Bass Island, Middle Bass. (248) 320-4529 or www.lakeerieislandsconservancy.org. Explore the waters surrounding Middle Bass Island and vie for some great prizes. Rain date Aug. 6. For the beginner or advanced kayaker. Event will benefit signage for the Middle Bass Island nature preserves. Aug. 5 — Conservation Day, East Harbor State Park, 1169 N. Buck Road (SR 269), Marblehead. (419) 734-4424, ext. 2, or www.eastharborstatepark.org. Lots to see and do for families at enviro-friendly event, including live critters, bugs (and people who can tell you about them), crafts, face painting, hands-on activities and more. Aug. 5 — Arts and Crafts Show, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. Kelleys Island History Museum, 222 Division St., Kelleys Island. (419) 7462399 or www.kelleysislandhistorical.org. Show features imaginative people who have a creative talent: music, jewelry, pottery, writing, painting, knitting and sewing. Aug. 5 — Legends of Rock, 7-10:30 p.m., Liberty Aviation Museum, 3515 E. State Road, Port Clinton. (419) 732-0234 or www.libertyaviationmuseum.org. Legends of Rock Showband with Dan Moyer as John Lennon and Walt Sanders as Elvis. Event will be indoors in the museum main hangar. It will feature 50/50 raffles and a silent auction. Rain or shine. Call or visit the website for ticket information. Aug. 5 — Lakeside Symphony Orchestra Concert with Pointe of Departure Ballet, 8:15 p.m. Gate fee applies. $26.50 adult, $15 teen (age 13-18). Hoover Auditorium, 115 W. Third St., Lakeside. (419) 798-4461 or www.lakesideohio.com. The Lakeside Symphony Orchestra will perform a collaborative concert with Pointe of Departure Ballet Company. Aug. 5-6 — Lakeside Sailing Regatta, 7:30 a.m.-7:30 p.m. Gate fee applies: $26.50 adult, $15 teen (13-18). Lakeside Chautauqua Sailing Center, Lakeside. (419) 798-4461 or www.lakesideohio.com. Classes will include single-handed sunfish, double-handed sunfish and single-handed laser (weather permitting). Visit website for schedule and more information. Aug. 5-6 — Port Clinton Artists Club Arts in the Park, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.. Free. Lakeview Park, 1100 E. Perry St. (SR 163), Port Clinton. (419) 654-1466 or www.portclintonartistsclub.com. More than 100 artists will display and sell their original works. Food, music and live demonstrations. Aug. 5-11 — Lakeside Chautauqua Lecture Series: Week 8, 10:30 a.m.-noon and 1:30-3 p.m. Gate fee applies: $22.75 adult, $15 teen (age 13-18). Various locations, Lakeside. (419) 798-4461 or www.lakesideohio.com/education. Participate in 90-minute weekday lectures on a variety of topics to enlighten the mind. Themes are listed online, along with a list of speakers and locations. This week's topic: "Seeking Peace in a Multi-Faith World." Aug. 5-12 — Island Green Week, various locations, Put-inBay. (419) 285-3037 or www.lakeerieislandswildlife.com. Visit website for schedule of activities. Aug. 6, 12 — Yankee Air Museum's WWII B-17 Flight Experience, $450 person, Liberty Aviation Museum, 3515 E. State Road, Port Clinton. (734) 483-4030, ext. 224, or www.yankeeairmuseum.org. Take a flight aboard Yankee Air Museum's WWII B17G "Yankee Lady," departing from the Erie-Ottawa International Airport in Port Clinton. Flights are 30 minutes, with 15 minutes of briefing and familiarization of the aircraft. Visit website for more information or to reserve a flight. Aug. 6 — Restore the Ford Pancake Fly-in/Drive-in Breakfast, 8 a.m.-noon, Liberty Aviation Museum, 3515 E. State Road, Port Clinton. (419) 732-0234 or www.libertyaviationmuseum.org. Proceeds benefit the Tri-Motor Heritage Foundation's Port Clinton Ford Tri-Motor restoration at the Liberty Aviation Museum. Aug. 6 — Cops & Bobbers, noon-2 p.m., Portside Marina, 114 W. Lakeshore Drive, Kelleys Island. (419) 746-2735. Program is designed to teach kids how to fish. The Kelleys Island Police Department is hosting the event and the community will be assisting.
Register by emailing Chief of Police Shawn M. Craig at policechief@kelleysisland.us leaving information on how many children, age of the children, and size of shirts for the children. Aug. 6 — “Chita the Tin Goose” Book Signing, Liberty Aviation Museum, 3515 E. State Road, Port Clinton. (419) 732-0234 or www.libertyaviationmuseum.org. Author and illustrator signing for the children's book written by Donna Lueke and illustrated by Grant and Jodie McCallum. Book is available at the museum. The 32page hardbound children's book, “Chita the Tin Goose,” is a mostly true story of the history of Liberty Aviation Museumʼs 1928 Ford Tri-Motor “City of Port Clinton"/"City of Wichita.” Visit website for times. Aug. 6 — Concert in the Park: Big Rockinʼ Blues Band, 13:30 p.m. Gate fee applies: $22.75 adult, $15 teen (age 13-18). Hotel Lakeside Lawn, 150 Maple Ave., Lakeside. (419) 798-4461 or www.lakesideohio.com. The band will cover songs by Muddy Waters, Tom Petty, Jimi Hendrix and The Rolling Stones. Aug. 7, 21 — Trivia Night With Ray Sizemore, 6:30 p.m.. Free. The Erie Social Shuffleboard Club & Bar, 5686 E. Harbor Road (SR 163), Marblehead. (419) 960-7894 or www.theeriesocial.com. Come alone, with a partner, or a team and compete to win prizes. Drinks and sandwiches available from the Sandwich Shoppe. Aug. 7, 14, 21 — Hoover Movie Night, 8:15 p.m. Gate fee applies. $22.75 adult, $15 teen (age 13-18). Hoover Auditorium, 115 W. Third St., Lakeside. (419) 798-4461 or www.lakesideohio.com. Lakeside showcases classic films. Aug. 8 — Wild Tuesday With Fish. Free. Lake Erie Islands Nature & Wildlife Center, 255 Meechen Road, Put-in-Bay. (419) 285-3037 or www.lakeerieislandswildlife.com. Presented by OSU's Aquatic Visitor Center. The purpose of this program is to educate visitors on Ohio's native wildlife by providing an up-close and often hands-on interactive experience.
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Aug. 8 — Lakeside Symphony Orchestra Concert, 8:15 p.m. Gate fee applies. $22.75 adult, $15 teen (age 13-18). Hoover Auditorium, 115 W. Third St., Lakeside. (419) 798-4461 or www.lakesideohio.com. Bringing classical music to the Chautauqua community, the orchestra performs seven concerts during its month-long residency. It is made up of more than 75 musicians from across the country who have devoted many years of service to Lakeside. This year marks the 47th year for music director and conductor Robert Cronquist. Aug. 9 — Lakeside Symphony Candlelight Showcase, 8-10 p.m. Gate fee applies. $22.75 adult; $15 teen (age 13-18). Various locations, Lakeside. (419) 798-4461 or www.lakesideohio.com/calendar. Tour select homes in Lakeside for this evening event. To read home descriptions, visit the website. Aug. 9 — Daniel Martin: Magic and Comedy, 8:15 p.m. Gate fee applies. $22.75 adult, $15 teen (age 13-18). Hoover Auditorium, 115 W. Third St., Lakeside. (419) 798-4461 or www.lakesideohio.com. Martin offers a blend of sarcastic improv and magic. Aug. 9-13 — I-LYA Power Regatta, Put-in-Bay Yacht Club, 536 Bayview Ave., Put-in-Bay. (419) 285-2832 or www.i-lya.org. Aug. 10 — Dave Bennett presents "Roots of Pop: Swing to Rock," 8:15 p.m. Gate fee applies. $22.75 adult, $15 teen (age 13-18). Hoover Auditorium, 115 W. Third St., Lakeside. (419) 7984461 or www.lakesideohio.com. Bennett is a clarinet virtuoso who plays electric guitar, piano drums and sings. He covers music from the swing era and early rockabilly, to Elvis Presley, The Beatles, and more. Aug. 11 — Lakeside Symphony Orchestra Concert: "Classics of the American Songbook," 8:15 p.m. Gate fee applies. $22.75 adult, $15 teen (age 13-18). Hoover Auditorium, 115 W. Third St., Lakeside. (419) 798-4461 or www.lakesideo1hio.com. Featuring the Michael Shirtz Quartet. Aug. 12 — Michael W. Smith, 8:15 p.m. Gate fee applies: $26.50 adult, $15 teen (13-18). Hoover Auditorium, 115 W. Third St., Lakeside. (419) 798-4461 or www.lakesideohio.com. Smith, an award-winning, contemporary Christian artist, will perform his chart-topping hits. His greatest hits, “Place in this World,” “Open the Eyes of My Heart” and “Above All” have reached the top of both the contemporary Christian and mainstream charts. He has sold more than 15 million albums and recorded 32 No. 1 songs, 16 gold albums and six platinum albums. Smith is also a three-time Grammy Award winner and has earned 45 Dove Awards. Aug. 12, 27 — Angler's Dream Small Mouth Bass Tournament, Mazurik Access, Northshore Blvd. (off SR 163), Marblehead. (765) 669-3008 or www.anglers-dream.com/2017-div-14-lake-erie. Aug. 12-18 — Lakeside Chautauqua Lecture Series: Week 9. Gate fee applies: $22.75 adult, $15 teen (age 13-18). Various locations, Lakeside. (419) 798-4461 or www.lakesideohio.com/education.This week's topic is "World War I" in commemoration of the
100th anniversary of the U.S. entry into world War I. Aug. 13 — Family Night in the Park: Sarah Goslee Reed Trio, 6 p.m. Gate fee applies. $22.75 adult, $15 teen (age 13-18). Steele Memorial Bandstand/Gazebo, Central Park, Lakeside. (419) 798-4461 or www.lakesideohio.com. An evening of folk music. Aug. 15 — Wild Tuesday With Monarch Butterflies. Free. Lake Erie Islands Nature & Wildlife Center, 255 Meechen Road, Put-in-Bay. (419) 285-3037 or www.lakeerieislandswildlife.com. Jackie Taylor, Lake Erie Islands Nature & Wildlife Center. The purpose of the program is to educate visitors on Ohio's native wildlife by providing an up-close and often hands-on interactive experience. Aug. 15 — Lakeside Symphony Orchestra, with Violinist Michael Ferri, 8:15 p.m. Gate fee applies. $22.75 adult, $15 teen (age 13-18). Hoover Auditorium, 115 W. Third St., Lakeside. (419) 798-4461 or www.lakesideohio.com. A native of Treviglio, Italy, Ferri began playing violin at age 3 in Madison, Wisconsin. Ferri has received numerous awards, including first place at the 2011 Duquesne Young Artist National Concerto Competition, second place at the 2010 Luigi Zanuccoli International Violin Competition in Italy, and first place at the Sigma Alpha Iota International Music Fraternity Scholarship Competition. Aug. 16 — BlackWire: "A Night of Rock & Romance," 8:15 p.m. Gate fee applies. $22.75 adult, $15 teen (age 13-18). Hoover Auditorium, 115 W. Third St., Lakeside. (419) 798-4461 or www.lakesideohio.com. With tunes ranging from the “Game of Thrones” theme song and Justin Bieberʼs “Love Yourself” to Coldplayʼs “Paradise,” BlackWireʼs music will keep the audienceʼs feet tapping and hands clapping. Aug. 17 — Rosie & the Riveters, 8:15 p.m. Gate fee applies. $22.75 adult, $15 teen (age 13-18). Hoover Auditorium, 115 W. Third St., Lakeside. (866) 952-5374 or www.lakesideohio.com. Uplifting folk music with a 1940s vintage flair. Aug. 18 — West Sister Island Sunset Birding Cruise, 7:159:45 p.m., $75 person, Jet Express, 3 Monroe St., Port Clinton. (419) 898-0014 or www.fws.gov/refuge/ottawa. View a unique island rookery from the comfort of the Jet Express. West Sister Island National Wildlife Refuge is home to thousands of herons and egrets, and is a designated wilderness area. Learn about the island from researchers who work there and from Teddy Roosevelt. Proceeds from this event support Ohio's only National Wildlife Refuge Complex. Aug. 18 — Lakeside Symphony Orchestra Closing Concert with Pianist Nada, 8:15 p.m. Gate fee applies. $22.75 adult, $15 teen (age 13-18). Hoover Auditorium, 115 W. Third St., Lakeside. (419) 798-4461 or www.lakesideohio.com. Nada is a native of Beirut, Lebanon. Her early piano training was hampered by an unrelenting civil war and the loss of her mother due to a terrorist attack on the familyʼs home. Her family was able to escape to the mountains, where Nada was mainly self-taught with a few books of music.
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Aug. 19 â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Moonlight Mud Run 5K Obstacle/Mud Run, $4969 person, Ottawa County Fairgrounds, 7870 W. SR 163, Oak Harbor. www.blackswamprunner.com. An evening mud run with rock concert lights and music. There will be several sound systems spread over the course to keep your heart pumping, along with special lighting of all kinds throughout the trails and special effect concert lighting in multiple areas. There will be music, food, drinks and lots of Black Swamp mud. Visit the website for more information and to register. Aug. 19 â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The Drifters, 8:15 p.m. Gate fee applies. $26.50 adult, $15 teen (age 13-18). Hoover Auditorium, 115 W. Third St., Lakeside. (419) 798-4461 or www.lakesideohio.com. Led by legendary doo wop singer Bobby Hendricks, The Drifters will perform their hits â&#x20AC;&#x153;Under the Boardwalk,â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Some Kind of Wonderfulâ&#x20AC;? and â&#x20AC;&#x153;This Magic Moment.â&#x20AC;? Aug. 19 â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Friends of Port Clinton Parks Shopaganza, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free admission. Lakeview Park, 1100 E. Perry St. (SR 163), Port Clinton. (419) 635-6106 or www.masnider716.wixsite.com/shopaganza. An eclectic shopping experience on the shores of Lake Erie. Flea market, home-based businesses, farmer's market, arts and crafts, antiques, food trucks and more. Aug. 19-20 â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Happy Birthday Commodore Perry. Free. Perry's Victory & International Peace Memorial, 93 Delaware Ave., Put-in-Bay. (419) 285-2184 or www.nps.gov/pevi. Annual celebration of Oliver Hazard Perry's birthday will include an historic encampment with artillery demonstrations. Aug. 19-20 â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Carronade Weekend, Perry's Victory & International Peace Memorial, 93 Delaware Ave., Put-in-Bay. (419) 2852184 or www.nps.gov/pevi. A carronade is a short, large-caliber cannon (32-pounder) used by the U.S. Navy during the War of 1812. Visit website for demonstration times. Aug. 19-20 â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Northwestern Ohio Gladiolus Show, Saturday 3-5 p.m., Sunday 11:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Gate fee applies. $22.75 adult; $15 teen (age 13-18). Hoover Auditorium lobby, 115 W. Third St., Lakeside. (419) 798-4461 or www.lakesideohio.com. The show will feature gladiolus growers and exhibitors from Ohio, Michigan and Pennsylvania. Many different and unusual gladiolus arrangements will be on display. This is an open entry show. Locals may bring gladioli on the morning of Saturday, Aug. 20, and will receive assistance in exhibiting. Classes for novice, intermediate and youth are provided. The flowers will be distributed to the public, free of charge, after 8:30 a.m. Monday on the Hoover Auditorium porch. Aug. 19-25 â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Lakeside Chautauqua Lecture Series: Week 10, 10:30 a.m.-noon and 1:30-3 p.m. Gate fee applies: $22.75 adult, $15 teen (age 13-18). Various locations, Lakeside. (419) 798-4461 or www.lakesideohio.com/education. This week's topics: "Art of the World: An Insider's View" and "Documentary Film Festival." Aug. 20 â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Great Lakes Largemouth Series, Central Lake Erie Division, |Midway Marina, 1871 N.E. Catawba Road (SR 53), Port Clinton. (614) 361-5548 or www.greatlakeslargemouthseries.com/divisions/central-lake-erie-division-presented-by-knoxmarine. Aug. 20 â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Speaker Series, 1 p.m., free, Kelleys Island History Museum, 222 Division St., Kelleys Island. (419) 746-2399 or www.kelleysislandhistorical.org. The Kelleys Island Historical Association offers visitors a free program, followed by refreshments on the porch and the annual meeting. Aug. 20 â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Halupki Festival, 11:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Free. Holy Assumption Orthodox Church, 114 E. Main St. (SR 163), Marblehead. (419) 798-4591 or www.facebook.com/Holy-Assumption-HalupkiFestival/461094230583277. A celebration of Carpatho-Russian foods and culture, hosted annually by the oldest Orthodox church in Ohio. Foods such as cabbage rolls, pierogies, kolbasi, Old World baked goods, Herman Halupki's craft show, historic church tours, and live polka bands. Aug. 20 â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Family Night in the Park: Reggie Harris, 6 p.m. Gate fee applies. $22.75 adult, $15 teen (age 13-18). Steele Memorial Bandstand/Gazebo, Central Park, Lakeside. (419) 798-4461 or www.lakesideohio.com. Combining traditional African-American spirituals and freedom songs with original folk. Continued on next page
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Aug. 22 — The String Doctors, 8:15 p.m. Gate fee applies. $22.75 adult, $15 teen (age 13-18). Hoover Auditorium, 115 W. Third St., Lakeside. (419) 798-4461 or www.lakesideohio.com. The Michigan based-band is led by guitarist and mandolin player, Joel Mabus. Mabusʼ songwriting skills and stage presence give the Doctors original songs and fun banter onstage. Aug. 23 — Jessica Baldwin, 8:15 p.m. Gate fee applies. $22.75 adult, $15 teen (age 13-18). Hoover Auditorium, 115 W. Third St., Lakeside. (419) 798-4461 or www.lakesideohio.com. World-class vocalist melds chamber pop with soul and jazz arranged in a playful and reflective style.
Aug. 24 — “Canal Stories” with Hey Mavis and Leandra Drumm, 8:15 p.m. Gate fee applies. $22.75 adult, $15 teen (age 13-18). Hoover Auditorium, 115 W. Third St., Lakeside. (419) 7984461 or www.lakesideohio.com. Hey Mavis is the husband and wife team of singer-songwriter Laurie Michelle Caner, playing banjo, and Ed Caner, playing fiddle and viola, accompanied by some of the best musicians in the region.The duoʼs music crosses the Americana, Texas two-step, bluegrass, folk and art rock genres and blends vocal harmonies, banjo, upright bass, fiddle and viola. For their Lakeside performance, they will be joined by artist Leandra Drumm. Aug. 25 — Terrance Simien and the Zydeco Experience, 8:15 p.m. Gate fee applies. $22.75 adult, $15 teen (age 13-18). Hoover Auditorium, 115 W. Third St., Lakeside. (419) 798-4461 or www.lakesideohio.com. An eighth generation Louisiana Creole, Simien has been performing his indigenous Zydeco roots music for more than 30 years. Aug. 26 — Buckeye Partner Series Ohio Tournament Trail, Mazurik Access, Northshore Blvd. (off SR 163), Marblehead. (419) 340-3442 or www.bpsott.com.
Aug. 26 — Mike Albert and the Big “E” Band, 8:15 p.m. Gate fee applies. $26.50 adult, $15 teen (age 13-18). Hoover Auditorium, 115 W. Third St., Lakeside. (419) 798-4461 or www.lakesideohio.com. Albert is known worldwide for his respectful portrayal of Elvis Presley with his "Ultimate Tribute" show. Albert has won seven major world "Elvis" contests for his impersonation of the King of Rock. Aug. 26-Sept. 4 — Lakeside Chautauqua Lecture Series: Week 11, 10:30 a.m.-noon and 1:30-3 p.m. Gate fee applies. Various locations, Lakeside. (419) 798-4461 or www.lakesideohio.com/education. This week's topic: "Lakeside University." Aug. 27 — Family Night in the Park: Guys with Guitars, 6 p.m. Gate fee applies. $14.75 adult, $9.25 teen (age 13-18), Steele Memorial Bandstand/Gazebo, Central Park, Lakeside. (419) 7984461 or www.lakesideohio.com. Aug. 28-30 — Put-in-Bay Road Races Reunion. Fees vary for event participants depending on level of participation. Spectators are free. Various locations, Put-in-Bay. (734) 502-2435 or www.pibroadrace.com. The Put-in-Bay Road Races Reunion celebrates sports car races that were held on the streets of the town of Put-in-Bay on Ohio's South Bass Island from 1952 to 1959 and in 1963. The reunion reaches back in time to capture the history of those races and to recreate the atmosphere of sports car racing of that era. More than 100 vintage sports cars converge on Put-inBay. Racing events take place at the Put-in-Bay Port Authority Airport. Qualifying starts Monday afternoon. Tuesday is the island "ceremonial laps" and racing. Wednesday morning is the car show at McCann Field. Aug. 28-Sept. 1 — Concerts in the Park. Gate fee applies: $14.75 adult, $9.25 teen (age 13-18), Steele Memorial Bandstand/Gazebo, Central Park, Lakeside. (419) 798-4461 or www.lakesideohio.com.
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Aug. 31 — Bash on the Bay Country Music Fest, featuring Toby Keith. Gates open at 3 p.m. $39-$150. Put-in-Bay Airport, Langram Road, Put-in-Bay. www.bashonthebay.com. The performance is part of Keith's Interstates and Tailgates tour. "Red Solo Cup," "I Love This Bar" and "Courtesy of the Red, White, and Blue" are among some of Keith's popular songs. Four additional bands will play before Keith takes the stage. Miller Ferry and Jet Express will provide late-night boat service to and from Put-in-Bay. Limited car parking will be available and there will be ample parking for golf carts at the airport. After the event taxis and the downtown bus will be staged at the north end of the runway to transport concert attendees downtown. Numerous food trucks will be on-site with all sorts of menu choices. Tickets sales through www.etix.com.
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Sept. 1 — Great Lakes Beer Pub Crawl, 6-9 p.m., various locations, Marblehead. (419) 798-4471 or www.facebook.com/Marblehead-Merchants-Group-951498234889641. Sample Great Lakes Beer. Sept. 1-3 — Perch, Peach, Pierogi and Polka Festival, Friday 5-9:30 p.m., Saturday-Sunday 11 a.m.-9:30 p.m. $3 adult (19 years and older), youth free. Port Clinton Knights of Columbus, 109 E. Perry St. (SR 163), Port Clinton. (419) 341-3743 or www.kofc1750.org. Enjoy Lake Erie perch sandwiches or dinners,
hot pierogies, pizza, polish sausage and peach cobbler topped with Tofts ice cream. Award-winning polka bands under the big tent and ice cold beer. Music, food, dance and fun. Sept. 2 — Riders in the Sky, 7:30 p.m. Gate fee applies. $14.75 adult; $9.25 teen (age 13-18). Hoover Auditorium, 115 W. Third St., Lakeside. (419) 798-4461 or www.lakesideohio.com. Riders in the Sky will return for a 10th performance in Lakeside. For more than 30 years, Riders in the Sky has been performing renditions of Western songs and various comedic skits. The quartet has appeared in more than 6,100 concerts in all 50 states and 10 countries worldwide. Riders in the Sky includes all of its original members. Sept. 3 — Great Lakes Largemouth Series Central Lake Erie Division, Midway Marina, 1871 N.E. Catawba Road (SR 53), Port Clinton. (614) 361-5548 or www.greatlakeslargemouthseries.com/divisions/central-lake-erie-division-presented-by-knoxmarine. Sept. 3 — Lakeside Fireworks, dusk. Gate fee applies. $22.75 adult; $15 youth (age 13-18). Lakeside Dock, Lakeside. (866) 9525374 or www.lakesideohio.com. Holiday fireworks display along the lakefront. Sept. 7 — Beer and Wine Tasting: Portable Picnic Foods, 6:30-8 p.m. $30 person. Schedel Arboretum & Gardens, 19255 W. Portage River S. Road, Elmore. (419) 862-3182 or www.schedelgardens.org/events. Enjoy three tiers of fun, portable-friendly foods for picnics, each with a 4-ounce sample of beer or wine.
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Aug. 18-20 — Fort Fest, Fort Jennings, featuring the Fort Jennings Park Giveaway, with grand prize drawing Friday. There also will be a gun raffle. Live entertainment Friday will be Truckstop Manners. Saturday, Copper Creek Road and Gary Stennettʼs Cross Eyed Willie Band will perform. The 338th Army Band will play Sunday. Fort Jennings swells from a population of 500 to several thousand people as the festival celebrates the nationʼs military history and veterans. Featured are exhibits from across the United States, including the Vietnam era helicopters of the Huey 369 Organization. Along the banks of the Auglaize River will be an encampment of 1812 re-enactors, with period artisans, musicians and many artillery and cannon displays. Black powder and cannon fire fill the air at live War of 1812 re-enactments at twilight Friday and Saturday afternoon. The Vietnam re-enactment group, The Wolf Hounds, make camp near a large military vehicle show Saturday. They perform live re-enactments of Vietnam battles utilizing the Huey helicopters. A display of military memorabilia and artifacts is housed at the Jennings Memorial building built to honor Lt. Col. William Jennings who established the Fort during the War of 1812. Other military displays and tributes will include the Ohio MIA/POW wall and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Other activities include a motorcade/motorcycle run, wine tasting and car show. www.fortjenningspark.com.
SEPTEMBER
Sept. 1-2 — Glandorf Park Festival, featuring the famous bean soup, turtle races, Turtle Trot 5K run, cornhole tournament, horse shoe tournament, games, rides and more. Registration for the Turtle Trot 5K and Little Turtle fun walk is available.The timed race features a 3.1-mile road course and a free Little Turtle trot for those 8 and younger. www.glandorfpark.org. Sept. 7-10 — Kalida Pioneer Days, downtown Kalida, childrenʼs entertainment, parade, carnival games, rides, rock dances and car show with more than 300 vehicles on display. Festival foods include the famous Holy Name “Social Burgers,” with more than 475,000 served at Pioneer Days. Visit “The Oasis” or “Beer Town” with free entertainment. www.pioneerdays.com.
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Sept. 8-9 — Lakeside Quilt Retreat, Lakeside Chautauqua, Lakeside. (419) 798-4461 or www.lakesideohio.com. Join internationally-recognized lecturer and teacher, Anita Shackelford, for a two-day quilt retreat. Both piecing and applique will be taught. Visit website for registration information and for a list of supplies needed. Sept. 8-10 — Perry's Victory Heritage Weekend, various locations, Put-in-Bay. (419) 285-2832 or www.visitputinbay.com. The 204th anniversary of the Battle of Lake Erie is a celebration of history, art and music, as well as a celebration of Perry's naval victory and two centuries of peace shared by the United States, Canada and Great Britain. Also, War of 1812 military encampment all weekend and 1,200 Boy Scouts camped on the memorial's east lawn. The parade will be Saturday. Sept. 9 — Angler's Dream Small Mouth Bass Tournament, Mazurik Access, Northshore Blvd (Off SR 163), Marblehead. (765) 669-3008 or www.anglers-dream.com/2017-div-14-lake-erie Sept. 9 — Tol-Con 2017: Northwest Ohio Spring Plastic Model Contest, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Free, contest entry and vendors fees apply, Liberty Aviation Museum, 3515 E. State Road, Port Clinton. (419) 732-0234 or www.toledoplasticmodelers.org. The largest one-day model hobby store in Northwest Ohio. Visit the website for special awards, categories, rules, entry forms, and vendor forms. Admission required to view museum galleries. Sept. 9 — Art in the Park, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. DeRivera Park, Delaware Ave., Put-in-Bay. (419) 285-2832 or www.visitputinbay.com. Area and regional arts and crafts people display and sell their original works in photography, watercolor, acrylic, pottery, glass, stained glass, fabric, wood and paper. Live demonstrations and silent auction to benefit the Put-in-Bay Arts Council. Sept. 9 — Grub ʻNʼ Suds, 10 a.m.-8 p.m. (419) 377-0700 or www.villageofelmoreohio.com. A motorcycle event that has been
held every year since 1996. Events include a Poker Run, motorcycle show, motorcycle-themed games, live bands, beer tent and vendors. Sept. 9 — Butterfly Festival, 11 a.m. Free. Kelleys Island History Museum, 222 Division St., Kelleys Island. (419) 746-2399 or www.kelleysislandhistorical.org. Presentation on the Monarch butterfly and butterfly banding. Adopt a winged wonder. Sept. 9 — Yankee Air Museumʼs WACO Biplane Air Adventures, noon-4 p.m. (weather-permitting), $225 single rider (under 350 pounds); $325 two riders (combined weight under 350 pounds). Liberty Aviation Museum, 3515 E. State Road, Port Clinton. (734) 483-4030, ext. 221, or www.yankeeairmuseum.org. By sitting in an open cockpit, discover what it's like to get personal with the wind. Fly low and see the expanse of nature coming to you. Ascend to about 1,200 feet and cruise about 85 mph. After boarding, taxiing and takeoff, your WACO Biplane ride will span 15 minutes. Visit the website or call for tickets and details. Sept. 9 — Perry's Victory Heritage Weekend Grande Parade, 2:15 p.m., downtown Put-in-Bay, Delaware Avenue, Put-inBay. (419) 285-2832 or www.visitputinbay.com. Local and regional dignitaries join 1,200 scouts, classic cars, and regional high school marching bands, the captain of the USS Lake Erie, area veterans, and 1812 re-enactors. Sept. 9-10 — Carronade Weekend, Perry's Victory & International Peace Memorial, 93 Delaware Ave., Put-in-Bay. (419) 2852184 or www.nps.gov/pevi. A carronade is a short, large-caliber cannon (32-pounder) used by the U.S. Navy during the War of 1812. Visit website for demonstration times. Sept. 10 — Team Mary 5K Run/Walk for Autism, Gem Beach Marina, 3000 N. Carolina St., Port Clinton. www.teammary5k.com. Event will take participants through the beautiful Gem Beach neighborhood on the Catawba peninsula. Race proceeds will benefit a playground initiative in Port Clinton and the Advocacy & Resource Center of Ottawa County's summer program. Register online.
Richland County JULY
July 28-30 — Verizon IndyCar Series: The Honda Indy 200, Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course, 7721 Steam Corners Road, Lexington. (800) MID-OHIO or www.midohio.com. July 29-30 — Flea Market & Antique Show, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Richland County Fair Grounds, 750 N. Home Road, Mansfield. Tim Babcock (419) 571-4716 or Kevin Spore (419) 756-3904. July 29 — Wild West Fest and Log Rolling, 1-10 p.m., Pleasant Hill Lake Park, 431 SR 95, Perrysville. Lumberjack and Jill log rolling 4-6 p.m. at the swim beach area. All ages welcome. Live square and line dancing with live caller 7-10 p.m. at Shelterhouse 2. Gate admission $5 car daily entry fee in Pleasant Hill Lake Park. July 29 — June Night Haunt, 8 p.m.-midnight, Malabar Farm State Park, 4050 Bromfield Road, Lucas. Dare to discover the "normal to paranormal" while exploring murders, cemeteries and haunted houses. End the night with hot dogs and s'mores. Registration is required. (419) 892-2784. $30 per person. Not recommended for ages 13 and younger.
AUGUST
Aug. 2 — Hampstead Stage Co. presents “Pinocchio,” 6-8 p.m., 50 N. Trimble Road, Mansfield, Kingwood Center Gardens. Admission/parking $5 per vehicle, walk-ins $2 each. Aug. 2 — Music in the Park: Stardust, 7-8:15 p.m., Shelby Seltzer Park Pavilion, 55 Glenwood Blvd., Shelby. www.afmlocal159.org or (419) 884-1838. Free summer park concert featuring local professional musicians. Bring a lawn chair. Restrooms and lots of free parking. Bring refreshments or take advantage of onsite dining at select locations. Produced by American Federation of Musicians Local 159 of Mansfield. Continued on next page
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Kingwood Center GARDENS Coming to Kingwood!
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Aug. 3, Sept. 7 — Classic Car Cruise-In, 5-8 p.m., Der Dutchman Restaurant, 720 SR 97 W., Bellville. www.dhgroup.com/events or (419) 886-7070. Admission and entry are free; music, food, games, prizes. Located in the Der Dutchman parking lot behind the mini-golf course. Michelle (419) 886-7070. Aug. 4 — Book Talk at Main Street Books with Dandi Daley Mackall, 6-8 p.m., 104 N. Main St., Mansfield. Mackall, author of many books including the latest, “With Love, Wherever You Are,” will be reading and signing books. Aug. 4 — Music in the Park: “Stardust,” 7-8:15 p.m., South Park Pavilion, 100 Brinkerhoff Ave., Mansfield. www.afmlocal159.org or (419) 884-1838. Free summer park concert featuring local professional musicians. Bring a lawn chair. Restrooms and lots of free parking. Bring refreshments or take advantage of on-site dining at select locations. Produced by American Federation of Musicians Local 159 of Mansfield. Aug. 4, Sept. 1 — Public Ghost Walk at Haunted Bissman Building, 8:30 p.m., 193 N. Main St., Mansfield. Walk through the 131-year-old building in pitch black. All you have is your own flashlight. $10 per person. Learn the tales of murder and explore the floors where paranormal claims about being touched and shadow figures have been made. Take a moment and try to communicate with the other side where employee F.W. Simon lost his life in 1911. $10. No reservations required. Those under 18 are welcome with legal parent/guardian. Aug. 5-Oct. 1 — Ribbit the Exhibit at Kingwood, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Kingwood Center, 50 N. Trimble Road, Mansfield. Bringing in a garden exhibit is a first for Kingwood. Artist Andy Cobb created more than 20 handcrafted frog sculptures for display in public gardens and botanical centers. Each sculpture is between four and six feet tall and is made of copper with a steel infrastructure and finished with a natural frog-green patina. A few days prior to the opening, Cobb will be installing the sculptures and welcomes meeting the public. During the event, Kingwood will be holding educational workshops to further the experience of the exhibit. Aug. 5 — Kids Farm Fun Day & Fishing Derby, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., 4050 Bromfield Road, Lucas, Malabar Farm State Park. Children's games 10 a.m.-noon; farm themed activities and games for kids ages 4-12; fishing derby 1-3 p.m., during which children 4-12 are invited to test their fishing abilities (bring your own pole; bait will be provided); summer barn dance 7-10 p.m. in the main barn, with live music and a caller (dancers of all skill levels welcome). Aug. 5 — "Taste of the Outdoors" cooking, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Pleasant Hill Lake Park, 431 SR 95, Perrysville. Cooking demonstrations with maple syrup by Fitch Pharm Farm, stone ground natural flours by Ye Olde Grist Mill, cooking with natural Ohio honey by Ohio Honey Producers, cooking with wild mushrooms by More than Morel Mushrooms LLC, Lake Erie perch and barbecued pork meals for sale, plus tasting, recipes, sales, wild meats and jerky. Free entry into park with food donation. Otherwise $5 car daily pass. Aug. 5 — Summer Barn Dance, 7-10 p.m., Malabar Farm State Park, 4050 Bromfield Road, Lucas. Square and line dancing
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with live music and caller. Food available. $1 donation requested at the door for ages 12 and older. Aug. 5, 12, 19, 26, Sept. 2, 9, 16 — Ohio Bird Sanctuary Birds of Prey Presentation, 7-8 p.m., Mohican State Park Lodge, 3116 SR 3, Loudonville. An encounter with two birds of prey. An opportunity to see the birds up close. Aug. 5 — Public Paranormal Investigation at Haunted Bissman Building, 7 p.m.-1 a.m., 193 N. Main St., Mansfield. Hunts are capped at 30 people and there are only 1-2 staff members the entire night. Investigation ends at 1 a.m. You can leave earlier if you wish. $30 per person. Aug. 6 — Richland County Fair, 750 N. Home Road, Mansfield. Admission is $5. Aug. 8, 22 — Ontario Concerts in the Park Series, 6-8 p.m., the Marshall Park band shell. Free. To make a donation, call (419) 529-6333. Concerts are funded by donations. Aug. 8 Dr. Simple, variety of ʼ60s-ʼ70s; Aug. 22 Project 116, contemporary Christian. Aug. 11 — NASCAR XFINITY Series: Mid-Ohio Challenge 200, 7721 Steam Corners Road, Lexington, Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course. NASCAR invades Mid-Ohio. ting, as well as pre-race fireworks, autograph sessions and more. (800) MID-OHIO. Aug. 11-13 — Dirt Racing at Mansfield Motor Speedway, 400 Crall Road E., Mansfield. www.mansfieldmotorspeedway.com. Aug. 11, Sept. 1 — Public Ghost Walks at the Historic Ohio State Reformatory, 100 Reformatory Road, Mansfield, by Mansfield Reformatory Preservation Society. An evening ghost walk through the dark halls and corridors of the reformatory. Two-hour, guided tour. Bring your own flashlight. Two ghost walks: Session 1, gates open at 7 p.m. for registration, walk begins at 8; Session 2, gates open at 9 p.m. for registration, walk begins at 10. Adults 18 and older $25, youth 13-17 with adult $20. Aug. 12, 19, Sept. 2 — Public Ghost Hunt at the Historic Ohio State Reformatory, 7 p.m., 100 Reformatory Road, Mansfield, by Mansfield Reformatory Preservation Society. A serious, yet informal attempt to document paranormal activity at the castlelike, former prison. $70 per person includes access to the building 8 p.m.-3 a.m. and a late dinner of pizza and soda. Complimentary water, soda, coffee and hot chocolate available throughout the evening. Guided tour of facility 8:30-9:30, independent investigating 10 p.m.-3 a.m. Must be 18 and older to participate. Continued on next page
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Aug. 12 — Movies At the Lake, 8 p.m., 3431 SR 95, Perrysville, Pleasant Hill Lake Park swim beach. Movies are kidfriendly; bring your own chairs. Gate admission fees may apply. Aug. 17-20 — Lexington Blueberry Festival, Lexington Community Park, 100 Plymouth St., Lexington. www.lexblueberryfest.com. Glow run and Blue Lights & Bubbles Parade Thursday night, 5 Miss Blueberry pageants, car and bike show, 5K run/walk, kids rides, craft vendors, live bands, fireworks Saturday night and Sunday parade. Aug. 18 — Ohio Dreams Sports and Music Fest, 3495 Tugend Road, Butler, presented by Ohio Dreams Action Sports Camp. Slip N Fly, Vegas style pool party with DJs all day, beach volleyball tourney, dodgeball, campers village, helicopter riders, skydiving and dirt jumping demos and live music at dark and a silent disco. www.ohiodreams.com Aug. 19 — Pirate Fantasy Day, 1-4 p.m., 431 SR 95, Perrysville, Pleasant Hill Lake Park, with pirate tattoos, firing black powder muskett, treasurer hunt, boat ride and pirate themed craft. For kids 10-15. Gate admission $5 car. Aug. 26 — Heart of the City Cruise In, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Central Park, Mansfield. In addition to the major car show, the cruise in will have door prizes, a 50/50 drawing, kids activities, live entertainment, tunes from radio personality Tommy Barnes, food trucks and vendor's alley. Downtown Mansfield Inc. (419) 522-0099. Aug. 26-27 — Flea Market & Antique Show, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., 750 N. Home Road, Mansfield, presented by the Richland County Fair. Tim Babcock (419) 571-4716 or Kevin Spore (419) 756-3904. Aug. 26-27 — Men's Garden Club Fall Harvest Show, 2-5 p.m., Carriage House, 900 Park Ave. W., Mansfield, Kingwood Center Gardens. Saturday 2-5 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Aug. 26, Sept. 2 — Free Kayaking & Canoeing Day, Pleasant Hill Lake, 3-6 p.m., 431 SR 95, Perrysville. Free use of kayaks and canoes to enjoy the lake, with safety instruction, life jackets and
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paddles provided, in partnership with Mohican Outdoor School, ODNR Parks & Watercraft and Pleasant Hill Lake Park. Gate entry $5 car daily pass. Aug. 26 — Night Haunt, 8 p.m.-midnight, Malabar Farm State Park, 4050 Bromfield Road, Lucas. Explore the "normal to paranormal" while hearing of murders, cemeteries and haunted houses. End the night with hot dogs and s'mores while sharing stories around the campfire. Registration is required (419) 892-2784. $30 per person. Not recommended for ages 13 and under.
SEPTEMBER
Sept. 2 — Labor Day Weekend With Fireworks, 3-10 p.m., 3431 SR 95, Perrysville, Pleasant Hill Lake Park. Live music by the "Beats By the Beach" contest winner 3-7 p.m. at the beach stage area, and 6-10 p.m. DJ music will continue through the fireworks at dusk. Rent a boat, jet ski, go fishing, enjoy swimming at the beach and enjoy the food and games at the beach area. Sept. 7 — Music in the Park: The Ribticklers, 7-8:15 p.m., Crestline Bandstand, 301 N. Seltzer St., Crestline. www.afmlocal159.org or (419) 884-1838. Free. Bring a lawn chair. . Sept. 8-10 — Buckeye Iron Will Club Inc. Tractor & Engine Show, noon-9 p.m., Richland County Fairgrounds, Mansfield. Presented by Buckeye Iron Will Club and Richland County Steam Threshers Inc. Sept. 9 — Spherion Mid Ohio 13ER Half Marathon, 8 a.m., downtown Mansfield, half marathon and 5K fun run, taking participants past city landmarks such as Kingwood Center Gardens, and traveling part of the Richland B&O Bike Trail, starting and ending in the historic Carrousel District in downtown Mansfield. Sept. 13-15 — Bellville Street Fair, 1-11 p.m., Main Street, Bellville, by the Bellville Agricultural Society. Exhibits, shows, rides, free entertainment and more. Sept. 15-16 — Great Mohican Pow-Wow, Mohican Reservation, 23270 Wally Road, Loudonville. Traditional Indian ceremonies, dancing, competitions and storytelling.
Sandusky County JULY
Through Oct. 8 â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Special Exhibit: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Presidential Pop Culture, The Art of Influencing Perception,â&#x20AC;? Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Library & Museums at Spiegel Grove, Fremont. Exhibit is open from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Saturday and noon-5 p.m. Sunday, with the exception of special holiday hours. www.rbhayes.org. July 22 â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Barbecue, Chateau Tebeau Winery, 525 SR 635, Helena, 5-7:30 p.m. $15.95. Dinner includes pulled pork, brisket, ribs, baked beans, side dish and bun. First come, first served. Takeout is available. The regular menu is also available. (419) 638-5411 or www.ChateauTebeauWinery.com. July 22-29 â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Directed Retreat, 7 p.m. July 22-10:30 a.m. July 29, Our Lady of the Pines Retreat Center, 1250 Tiffin St., Fremont. www.pinesretreat.org or (419) 332-6522. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Come into GodĘźs presence and enter the silence of your own heart as you pray, listen and reflect.â&#x20AC;? Personally directed retreat is designed to meet the spiritual and personal need of the individual. Meet daily with a spiritual director to help you listen well and grow in your relationship with God. Overnight cost: $500; commuter cost: $300. July 23 â&#x20AC;&#x201D; White Star Triathlon, Duathlon and 5K, White Star Park/Gibsonburg High School, Village of Gibsonburg, 8 a.m. start. Event begins at White Star Park, 470 S. Main St., Gibsonburg. Event is designed to get individuals of all abilities up, active and to the finish line. Individuals and relay teams of two or three people are welcome. Proceeds benefit Sandusky County Positive People. www.gibsonburgohio.org. July 25 â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Music in the Park, Birchard Public Library, 423 Croghan St., Fremont, noon-1 p.m. Bring seating â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and maybe a lunch â&#x20AC;&#x201C; to the acoustic concert. In case of inclement weather, the concert will be in the library meeting room. Entertainment, Johnny Rodriguez. (419) 334-7101, ext. 209, or www.birchard.lib.oh.us. July 26 â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Verandah Concert, The Rev. Robert Jones and Matt Watroba, Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Library & Muse-
ums, Spiegel Grove, Fremont. Free. Old-fashioned ice cream social is at 6:30 p.m.; concert begins at 7. Jones and Watroba will perform American Roots music on the verandah of the Hayes home. Genres include folk, blues and spirituals. Attendees are asked bring chairs or blankets and choose a spot on the lawn in front of the home. If there are thunderstorms on concert night, the event will be canceled. Updates will be available at (419) 332-2081, rbhayes.org and www.facebook.com/hayespresidentialcenter and on Twitter at @rbhayespres.
AUGUST
Through Oct. 8 â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Special Exhibit: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Presidential Pop Culture, The Art of Influencing Perception,â&#x20AC;? Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Library & Museums at Spiegel Grove, Fremont. Exhibit is open from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Saturday and noon-5 p.m. Sunday, with the exception of special holiday hours. www.rbhayes.org. Aug. 1 â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Music in the Park, Birchard Public Library, 423 Croghan St., Fremont, noon-1 p.m. Bring seating â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and maybe a lunch â&#x20AC;&#x201C; to the acoustic concert. In case of inclement weather, the concert will be in the library meeting room. Entertainment Jordan Wiewandt. (419) 334-7101, ext. 209, or www.birchard.lib.oh.us. Aug. 6 â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Fremont's Got Talent, Birchard Park, Fremont. A collection of the areaĘźs finest singers and dancers will converge in Birchard Park as the Fremont Exchange Club hosts the talent show. First prize is $1,000, with a second $600 and third $400. The best under-18 act receives $300. Amateur performers from Sandusky, Erie, Ottawa, Wood and Seneca counties are eligible to enter. FremontĘźs Got TalentĘźs preliminary round starts at noon, with a final round starting later in the evening at Birchard Park. Performers interested in competing can get more information at Fremontsgottalent@gmail.com or through www.exchangeclufoffremontohio.org. Continued on next page
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Aug. 6 — Spiegel Grove Squires Vintage Base Ball Game, Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Library & Museums, Spiegel Grove, Fremont, 2-4 p.m. The Squires play the Mohican Rivermen on the lawn behind the Hayes Home. Admission is free. (419) 3322081 or www.rbhayes.org. Aug. 9 — Verandah Concert, Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Library & Museums, Spiegel Grove, Fremont. Old-fashioned ice cream social is at 6:30 p.m., concert begins at 7. The Terra Brass Choir will perform on the verandah of the Hayes Home. Attendees are asked bring chairs or blankets and choose a spot on the lawn in front of the home. If there are storms on concert night, the event will be canceled. Updates available at (419) 332-2081, rbhayes.org and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/hayespresidentialcenter and on Twitter at @rbhayespres. Aug. 10 — Sandusky County Historic Jail Tour, 622 Croghan Street, Fremont, 5:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. The one-hour guided tour includes the historic 1892 Sandusky County jail that has ties to President Rutherford B. Hayes, the 1840s dungeon located under the Sandusky County Courthouse and the gallows exhibition hall featuring the gallows used for the last hanging in Sandusky County. Hear exciting stories of some of the colorful criminals who resided in the jail while learning the significance of this rare and historic structure. $3 tickets available at the door or at the Sandusky County Convention and Visitors Bureau, 712 North St., Fremont (the fairgrounds parking lot). www.sanduskycounty.org. Aug. 12 — Second Saturdays R 4 Kids, Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Library & Museums, Spiegel Grove, Fremont. An interactive educational series for children. (419) 332-2081 or www.rbhayes.org. Aug. 19 — Rotary of Fremont Blues, Brews and Brats Fest, downtown Fremont, 4-11 p.m. Evening of food and beer raises funds to support a variety of local youth and community projects organized by the Rotary Club. www.fremontrotaryclub.org. Aug. 19 — Beginning Genealogy, Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Library & Museums, Spiegel Grove, Fremont, 9:30 a.m.11:30 a.m. Head Librarian Becky Hill gives an overview of how to get started doing your family history, especially using the resources available at the Hayes Library. Register before class by calling Hill at (419) 332-2081 or emailing her at bhill@rbhayes.org. Cost, $10, can be paid the day of the class. Aug. 19 — Barbecue, Chateau Tebeau Winery, 525 SR 635, Helena, 5-7:30 p.m. $15.95. Dinner includes pulled pork, brisket, ribs, baked beans, side dish and bun. First come, first serve. Takeout is available. The regular menu is also available. (419) 638-5411 or www.ChateauTebeauWinery.com. Aug. 22-27 — Sandusky County Fair, Sandusky County Fairground, 901 Rawson Ave., Fremont. Fun for the whole family, including displays of arts and crafts from some of the areaʼs finest artisans. Food and amusement rides. Free entertainment at the Log Cabin Stage every afternoon and evening. (419) 332-5604 or www.sanduskycountyfair.com. Aug. 23 — Verandah Concert, Rutherford B. Hayes Presi-
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dential Library & Museums, Spiegel Grove, Fremont. Old-fashioned ice cream social is at 6:30 p.m., concert begins at 7. The North Coast Big Band will perform on the verandah of the Hayes Home. Attendees are asked bring chairs or blankets and choose a spot on the lawn in front of the home. If there are storms, the event will be canceled. Updates available at (419) 332-2081, rbhayes.org and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/hayespresidentialcenter, on Twitter at @rbhayespres. Aug. 27 — Spiegel Grove Squires Vintage Base Ball Game, Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Library & Museums, Spiegel Grove, Fremont, 2-4 p.m. The Squires play the Columbus Buckeyes on the lawn behind the Hayes Home. Admission is free. (419) 332-2081 or www.rbhayes.org. Aug. 30 — Prison Ministry As Soul Work, noon-2 p.m., Our Lady of the Pines Retreat Center, 1250 Tiffin St., Fremont. www.pinesretreat.org or (419) 332-6522. In some ways, a prison is like a monastery. Most are all male, have a strict daily schedule, and long stretches for reflection. Meet many of them through the eyes of Sister Pat Schnapp, a jail and prison volunteer for more than 40 years. Sister Pat wrote a book entitled “Out of the Shadows,” prose-poem sketches of prisoners and others we rarely see, available in the Pines Gift Shop. Retreat cost $15, lunch included.
SEPTEMBER
Through Oct. 8 — Special Exhibit: “Presidential Pop Culture, The Art of Influencing Perception,” Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Library & Museums at Spiegel Grove, Fremont. Exhibit is open from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Saturday and noon-5 p.m. Sunday, with the exception of special holiday hours. www.rbhayes.org. Sept. 2 — Chicken Barbecue, Chateau Tebeau Winery, 525 SR 635, Helena, 5-7:30 p.m. $10.50. Dinner includes 1/2 chicken, potato, corn, roll and butter. Take-out is available. The regular menu is also available. (419) 638-5411 or www.ChateauTebeauWinery.com. Sept. 1-4 — SCRAP Labor Day Show, White Star Park, 960 TR 60, Gibsonburg, 8 a.m.-dark. $3 person, kids are free. Step back in time as the Sandusky County Restorers of Antique Power hosts the antique tractor and engine show. There are displays of antique tractors, engines, cars, trucks, motorcycles and farm equipment. There are also tractor pulls and parades. Demonstrations of shingle making, rock crushing, blacksmithing, rope making, corn shredding, catsup making, homemade ice cream, basket weaving, quilting and more. Live entertainment, food and a flea market. Consignment auction Monday, beginning at 9:37 a.m. For more information, call S.C.R.A.P. at (419) 307-4265 or www.S-C-R-A-PInc.org. Continued on next page
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Sept. 8 — Dungeon Descent: An Adventure into the Paranormal, Sandusky County Historic Jail, 622 Croghan Street, Fremont, 8 p.m. Explore the age-old mystery of what lies beyond the grave in this nighttime paranormal adventure. $25. Must register by calling (419) 332-4470 or by purchasing tickets at www.sanduskycounty.org. Sept. 9 — Free Genealogy Websites, Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Library & Museums, Spiegel Grove, Fremont, 9:3011:30 a.m. Head Librarian Becky Hill teaches attendees the basics of how to use the free genealogical websites in family history research. Register before class by calling Hill at (419) 332-2081 or emailing her at bhill@rbhayes.org. Cost, $10, can be paid the day of the class. Sept. 9 — Second Saturdays R 4 Kids, Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Library & Museums, Spiegel Grove, Fremont. Kids can experience what life was like in a Civil War camp. Civil War re-enactors will teach them how to make camp food and learn military drills. Cost is $1 for kids. There is no charge for adults to bring children to this program. Reservations are requested and can be made by calling Education Coordinator Dustin McLochlin (419) 332-2081, ext. 230, or emailing him at dmclochlin@rbhayes.org. (419) 3322081 or www.rbhayes.org. Sept. 9-10 — Fremont Flea Market, Sandusky County Fairgrounds, 901 Rawson Ave., Fremont, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday and 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday. Free. (419) 332-5604 or www.sanduskycountyfair.com. Sept. 11 — Gibsonburg Public Safety Service Memorial Service, Williams Park, Gibsonburg. Gibsonburg remembers 9/11 at the memorial that was constructed with the antenna of the North Tower of the World Trade Center, which fell 16 years ago in Americaʼs worst terrorist attack. Free. www.gibsonburgohio.org. Sept. 16 — Fremont Pigeon Club Show and Shop, Sandusky County Fairgrounds, 901 Rawson Ave., Fremont, 8 a.m. Free.
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Chateau Tebeau Winery, 525 SR 635, Helena — The winery is the fruit of a dream of Bob and Mary Tebeau. (419) 638-5411 or www.chateautebeauwinery.com. Clyde Museum, 124 W. Buckeye St. (across from the post office) Clyde — Housed in the former Grace Episcopal Church, built in 1886, the museum shares the community history of Clyde and its place in Ohio and America. Exhibits range from Native American artifacts and early settlement days at Hamerʼs Corners, to the founding in 1852 with the coming of the railroads, downtown development, and incorporation in 1866. Collections showcase the evolution of industries and neighborhood businesses, including the Clyde Cutlery, the Kraut Co. and Clyde Porcelain Steel (Whirlpool). Featured are military heroes: Gen. James B. McPherson, George Burton Meek and Congressional Medal of Honor recipients Charles H. McCleary and Rodger Young. Special collections include “Winesburg, Ohio” author Sherwood Anderson, art by Karl Anderson and school memorabilia. A 1904 Elmore car, Clydesdale fire trucks. Open 1-5 p.m. Thursdays and 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays, February-November. The McPherson House is open by appointment only. (419) 547-7946, www.clydeheritageleague.org, Facebook at Clyde Museum and General McPherson House, Twitter @clydeheritagele, Instagram @ clydemuseum_mcphersonhouse. Fremont Community Recreation Complex, 600 Saint Joseph St., Fremont — Complex features an outdoor swimming pool (May to September), ice rink (October to April), basketball courts, fitness areas with cardio and weight equipment, indoor running/walking track, climbing wall, skate park and recreational programs and leagues for all ages. Resident and non-resident passes are available. (419) 334-5906 or www.fremontohio.org/pages/reccomplex.html.
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Through Aug. 17 — The Spirituality of St. Francis of Assisi: A summer DVD and discussion series at St. Francis Spirituality Center, 200 St. Francis Ave., Tiffin, 7-8 p.m. Mondays and Thursdays. Brother William Short, an expert on Franciscan spirituality and theology, will help explore the Franciscan spiritual tradition of encountering Christ at the heart of the world. Participants are welcome at any session of the series, which includes a 25-minute lecture and discussion time. Offering. Registration requested at (419) 443-1485 or peace@franciscanretreats.org. July 22-23 — Monty Python's “Spamalot,” The Ritz Players, 7:30 p.m., 2 p.m. Sunday, The Ritz Theatre, 30 S. Washington St., Tiffin. Lovingly ripped off from the classic film comedy “Monty Python and the Holy Grail,” “Spamalot” retells the legend of King Arthur and his Knights of the Round Table, and features a bevy of beautiful show girls, not to mention cows, killer rabbits and French people. www.ritztheatre.org or (419) 448-8544. July 24-30 — Seneca County Fair, fairgrounds, 100 Hopewell Ave., Tiffin. Animal judging, food, booths, tractor driving contests, rodeos, live entertainment and more. The fair theme this year is "175 Years and Still Going Strong." www.senecacountyfair.org.
AUGUST
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formation on Republic Sons of the American Legion Facebook page. Aug. 8-12—Attica Independent Fair, Attica Fairgrounds, 15127 E. TR 12. Featured events are the pig scrambles, horse races, concerts, combine derby and the demolition derby. For more information, call (419) 426-3247 or www.atticafair.com. Aug. 9 — Summer Guided Meditation at St. Francis: “Peaceful Waters,” 6:30-7:15 p.m., St. Francis Spirituality Center, 200 St. Francis Ave., Tiffin. Experience the peaceful campus grounds of St. Francis while being led in a guided meditation. $10 per person. Register by Aug. 7 by contacting Jenifer (419) 4431485 or peace@franciscanretreats.org. Registrants will be notified if meditations are cancelled due to weather constraints. Aug. 11 — Summer Harvest Gourmet Gala, 6-9:30 p.m., on the St. Francis Campus, 200 St. Francis Ave., Tiffin. A summer evening of gourmet food and festivities benefiting the Franciscan Earth Literacy Center. Guests will enjoy hors'doeurves prepared by the Canticle Cafe, gourmet dinner provided by Carolyn's Personalized Catering of Millbury, musical entertainment from Straight from the Harp, wine grab, raffle drawings, silent auction items, live auction, Ohio wines and hand selected micro brew beers. Tickets: $75 or table of eight $520. Deadline for reservations Aug. 4. Reservations are required. Mission Advancement Office (419) 447-0435 or www.felctiffin.org. Aug. 12 — Tiffin Historic Trustʼs Victorian Tea, 12:30 p.m., Grammes-Brown House, 172 Jefferson St., Tiffin. Rosina Brown will be stopping by during this monthʼs tea. Rosina shared a love of Seneca County and Tiffin's history with her father and was active in the museum and the Seneca County Historical Society. As long as she was able, Rosina worked to protect the heritage and beauty of the community. Reservations are required. Donation $20 per person. Tiffin Historic Trust www.tiffinhistorictrust.org or (419) 4470665. Continued on next page Aug. 13 — Straw Bale House Tour, 2-4 p.m., behind the Fran-
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Aug. 13 — Straw Bale House Tour, 2-4 p.m., behind the Franciscan Earth Literacy Center, 194 St. Francis Ave., Tiffin. You also can enjoy a home-cooked brunch using local foods at Little Portion Green for a donation on Saturday and Sunday mornings. Reservations for brunch and a tour at Little Portion Green are available by calling Sister Jane at (567) 207-5393. Aug. 18 — “Allowing the Fullness of Divine Love – A day for your Soul,” 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., St. Francis Spirituality Center, 200 St. Francis Ave., Tiffin. Join Jere and Janine Miller-Delany to contemplate the truth of our worth, release the stuff that gets in the way, and explore new ways to allow ourselves to relax into the flow of divine love. Dress comfortably and bring a towel or mat if you enjoy relaxing on the floor for guided meditations. Doors open at 9 a.m. $50, includes noon meal. For questions or to register: (419) 443-1485 or peace@franciscanretreats.org. Aug. 19-20 — Tiffin Flea Market, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday, Seneca County Fairgrounds, 100 Hopewell Ave., Tiffin. Free admission and parking. Sponsored by the Junior Fair Foundation. (419 447-9613, (419) 618-4979 or www.tiffinfleamarket.com. Aug. 20 — Solar Sundae, 1-4 p.m., at the Straw Bale House behind the Franciscan Earth Literacy Center, 194 St. Francis Ave., Tiffin. Enjoy an ice cream sundae and keep your homemade pottery bowl. The pottery bowls are made by Sister Jane Omlor. For more details, call Sister Jane at (567) 207-5393. Aug. 25-26 — Tiffin Music & Art Festival, Madison Street, downtown Tiffin. Celebrate local art and music. Vendors and activities will line Madison Street; beer garden in the county commissionersʼ parking lot with drinks and live music. Visitors can also enjoy an art walk in the downtown.
SEPTEMBER
Sept. 2-3 — Tiffin Flea Market, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, 9 a.m.3 p.m. Sunday, Seneca County Fairgrounds, 100 Hopewell Ave., Tiffin. Free admission and parking. Sponsored by the Junior Fair Foundation. (419 447-9613, (419) 618-4979 or www.tiffinfleamarket.com. Sept. 5, 19, 26 — Godʼs Creation: A Course on Theology and the Environment, 10-11 a.m., offered at St. Francis Spirituality Center, 200 St. Francis Ave., Tiffin. DVD series by Sister Dawn Nothwehr, OSF, Ph.D., with viewing and discussion (total one hour). Offering. (419) 443-1485. Sept. 9 — Mini Oasis Day Retreat: “Seasons of Creation, Seasons of Change,” 9 a.m.-noon, St. Francis Spirituality Center, 200 St. Francis Ave., Tiffin, led by the Rev. Vincent Peterson, OFM, Conv. For details call (419) 443-1485. Sept. 10 — Bloomville Lions Club Ox Roast, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Bloomville fire station. The menu features pit beef sandwiches, macaroni or potato salad, applesauce, ice cream and a drink. Patrons can dine in or go through a drive-through. Proceeds will support eyeglasses and other community projects benefiting those in Bloomville and Bloom Township. Sept. 15-17 — Tiffin-Seneca County Heritage Festival, downtown hours: Friday 5 p.m.-midnight, Saturday 10 a.m.-midnight, Sunday 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Heritage Village hours: Saturday 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m.-5 p.m. History is brought to life at the Heritage Village at Hedges-Boyer Park, between Summit and Coe streets. Also enjoy music, arts and crafts, entertainment, rides, food and fun downtown. www.tiffinfestival.com
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Programs are free unless otherwise stated and open to the public. Registration is required for all programs except nature walk bird talks and hikes. (419) 435-3915 or scpd_programs@yahoo.com Backpackin’ Babies, ages birth to 18 months with adult companion Toddler Trots, ages 18 to 36 months with adult companion Preschool Pals, ages 3 to 5 years with adult companion Young Adventurers, ages 6 to 12 years Becoming Maryellen, an American Girl, 6-12 years Track & Trail, ages 12 to 17 years
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24 — Canoe Float, 7 p.m., Garlo Heritage Nature Preserve.
August
12 — Nature Walk Bird Talk, 8 a.m., Garlo Heritage Nature Preserve. 12 — Family Fun Event “Dragonflies & Damselflies,” 11 a.m.3 p.m., Garlo Heritage Nature Preserve. 14 — Young Adventurers “Fishing Fun,” 5 p.m., Garlo Heritage Nature Preserve. 15 — Toddler Trot “Wonderful Water,” 5 p.m., Clinton Nature Preserve. 18 — Backpackinʼ Babies “Flowers,” 10 a.m., Garlo Heritage Nature Preserve. 20-- Canoe Float, 2 p.m., Garlo Heritage Nature Preserve. 21 — Preschool Pals “Snakes,” 5 p.m., Bowen Nature Preserve. 24 — Prairie Walk, 5 p.m., Clinton Nature Preserve. 30 — Crafty Creations “Dip Candles,” 6 p.m., Garlo Heritage Nature Preserve.
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5 — Backpackinʼ Babies “Fur, Fin & Feather,” 4:30 p.m., Geary Family YMCA Fruth Outdoor Center. 9 — Nature Walk Bird Talk, 8 a.m., Garlo Heritage Nature Preserve. 9 — Family Fun Event “Snakes,” 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Garlo Heritage Nature. 10 — Fun at Forrest, 1-4 p.m., Forrest Nature Preserve. 11 — Toddler Trot “Fall Walk,” 5:30 p.m., Mercy Community Nature Preserve. 17 — Young Adventurers “Scavenger Hunt,” 2 p.m., Steyer Nature Preserve. Continued on next page
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American Civil War Museum of Ohio, 217 S. Washington St., Tiffin — History buffs will learn about the Civil War in this unique educational center. The 10,000 square foot facility offers exhibits, research library, theater and gift shop. Forty hands-on activities are available for visitors to experience a part of history. Hours: Noon-4 p.m. Wednesday-Saturday. By request at (419) 455-9551. Admission $6 for adults, $5 for seniors. (419) 509-0324 or www.acwmo.org. Attica Raceway Park, northeast of the intersection of SR 4 and US 224 in the Attica Fairgrounds, Attica — Sprint car, dirt car and truck racing on Friday nights April through the first weekend in September. (419) 426-1601 or www.atticaracewaypark.com. Ballreich Potato Chip Co., 186 Ohio Ave., Tiffin — Potato chip and snack producer founded in 1920. Tour groups receive a discount on purchases in the store. Tours must have 25 or more people and be scheduled a month or more in advance. (419) 447-1814 or www.ballreich.com. The Enchanted Moment Doll Museum & Gallery Inc., 174 Jefferson St., Tiffin — Antique dolls, contemporary dolls, doll furniture, doll accessories and unique items for sale. The museum is a non-profit organization to preserve the history, science, art and influence of the international doll population. Collection of more then 3,000 dolls and other items from many nations and cultures. Shop offers repair and redress for dolls, along with on-site appraisals for a fee. Admission. Hours: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Wednesday-Friday, 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Saturday. Tours available for individuals or groups; call for reservations. (419) 443-0038 or www.the enchantedmomentdolls.com. Field of Dreams Drive-In, 4041 N. SR. 53, Tiffin — One of Ohioʼs remaining drive-in theaters. (877) 343-5334 or www.fieldofdreamsdrivein.com.
Fostoria Area Historical Museum, 123 W. North St., Fostoria — Featuring a Fostoria-built Allen motor car, 1941 Seagrave fire truck and Fostoria related historical items and memorabilia. Open 1-4 p.m. Saturdays May-October and by appointment. (419) 4353588. Franciscan Earth Literacy Center, 194 St. Francis Ave., Tiffin — Environmental education center and demonstration facility designed to promote the appreciation of nature and encourage sustainable living practices through indoor and outdoor learning experiences. Registration required for classes and programs. Open 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Monday-Friday. Tours available by appointment. (419) 448-7485 or felctiffin.org. Garlo Heritage Nature Preserve, SR 19 south of Bloomville — Nature preserve owned by Seneca County Park District. Hiking, birdwatching, programs scheduled. (419) 447-8091 or www.senecacountyparks.com.
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July 23 — Rhythm on the River Concert Series, Blue Moon, blues on guitar and harmonica, the Wright Pavilion on the towpath along the Maumee River. Concerts begin at 4 p.m. and are free. Bring a chair or blanket. In the event of inclement weather, events are moved to the old fire station. www.grandrapidsohio.com.
July 30 — Rhythm on the River Concert Series, A tribute to James Taylor, by Chris Eilersenn, the Wright Pavilion on the towpath along the Maumee River. Concerts begin at 4 p.m. and are free. Bring a chair or blanket. In the event of inclement weather, events are moved to the old fire station. www.grandrapidsohio.com.
July 31- Aug. 7 — Wood County Fair, 8 a.m.-11 p.m., Wood County Fairgrounds 13800 W. Poe Road, Bowling Green. Three Dog Night concert, car show, demolition derby tractor, truck and semi pulls, championship horse and pony pulls, dances, cheerleading competition, live music, food, games, rides, industrial arts, woodworking and carving demonstrations, cookie decorating, create fairy gardens, magician, BGSU Juggling Club, balloon artists, pie and cheesecake auction, livestock, flower show, quilts, needlework, karaoke, 4-H projects, baked and canned goods, ice cream, wine competition and a parade of floats. (419) 352-0441 or www.woodcounty-fair.com.
AUGUST
Aug. 4, 11, 18, 25 — Friday Night Cruise In, 6-8 p.m., Commodore Schoolyard, 140 E. Indiana Ave., Perrysburg. Rick (419) 810-3877. Presented by OʼDeer Diner. All car makes and models welcome. Free registration, driver's pool, prizes, music, 50/50 raffle and more. Register at the event or at OʼDeer Diner, 416 Louisiana Ave.
Aug. 4-6 — “Romeo and Harriet,” featuring 30 kids ages 7-16, at the Pemberville Opera House, 115 Main St., Pemberville. Hilarious musical spoof. With the help of a group of quarreling chorus members — Oregano, Carpaccio, Risotto, Prosciutto, Antipasto, Pesto, Mayo and Romano, there is a spoof of “Romeo and Juliet.” 7:30 p.m., 2 p.m. Sunday. Pemberville Children's Theatre Workshop. www.pembervilleoperahouse.org.
Aug. 5 — Heritage Farm Demo, 1-4 p.m., Carter Historic Farm, 18331 Carter Road, Bowling Green. Wood County Park District (800) 321-1897 or office@wcparks.org. See farm staff and volunteers in action, working on the farm. Activity is dependent upon the season's progress, so themes are subject to substitution. In August they'll be hoeing the corn field and vegetable garden.
Aug. 6 — Rhythm on the River Concert Series, Old State Line, Americana/roots/folk/country/old time, the Wright Pavilion on the towpath along the Maumee River. Concerts begin at 4 p.m. and are free. Bring a chair or blanket. In the event of inclement weather, events are moved to the old fire station. www.grandrapidsohio.com.
Aug. 11 — Ladies Night Out: Rappelling & Kayaking, 5:309:30 p.m., Sawyer Quarry Nature Preserve, 26940 Lime City Road, Perrysburg. Wood County Park District (800) 321-1897 or office@wcparks.org. Wood County Park District and Toledo Metroparks team up to offer a special evening of rappelling and kayaking just for women. Rappel down the cliffs of Sawyer Quarry Nature Preserve, then caravan over to Orleans Park for a night paddle up the Maumee River with naturalist. Registration required at (419) 353-1897 or www.wcparks.org.
Aug. 11-12 — Village Garage Sales, Grand Rapids, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. More than 40 homes in the community are usually listed. Locator maps are available at the Log Cabin Visitors Information Center. www.grandrapidsohio.com.
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Aug. 12 — Farm Play: Elderberry Campfire, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Carter Historic Farm, 18331 Carter Road, Bowling Green. Wood County Park District (800) 321-1897 or office@wcparks.org. Elderberry hunt in the farm's woodlot. Learn about the elderberry's natural history, as well as its medicinal and culinary uses. Finish with an elderberry snack and folklore by the fire. Leader Tim Gaddie. Registration required at (419) 353-1897 or www.wcparks.org. Aug. 16-19 — Pemberville Free Fair, four days of entertainment, educational exhibits and community pride. Main stage entertainment will include: New Frontiers, a Journey tribute; The McCartney Project, a tribute to Paul McCartney; a Pemberville Family Feud; COSI on Wheels; and the Logan Welles Variety Show. www.pembervillefair.org. Aug. 17-19 — National Tractor Pulls, Wood County Fairgrounds, 13800 W. Poe Road. www.pulltown.com or (888) Fulpull (385-7855). Heart-pounding, rip-roaring event of loud, tough and proud machines and the machinists who build them. By night, live music and a great party; by day, check out the SS open, super farm tractors, 2WD trucks, light super stocks, modifieds, super semis, SS diesel, 4WD trucks, modified minis and more. Ear plugs are a good idea for young ones. Check the website for specific listings, prices and times. Aug. 19 — Intro to Rope Rappelling, 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Sawyer Quarry Nature Preserve, 26940 Lime City Road, Perrysburg. Wood County Park District (800) 321-1897 or office@wcparks.org. A brief orientation session will cover the gear and safety procedures, then its off to the 25- to 35-foot cliffs. All safety equipment, instruction/guiding and water will be provided.Bring a water bottle, sack lunch and snacks. Cost $15. Aug. 19 — Trolley in the Trail, 5-8 p.m., Slippery Elm Trail, Rudolph Depot, Mermill Road, just west of Rudolph Road, near
14059 Mermill Road. Wood County Park District (800) 321-1897 or office@wcparks.org. Enjoy a late summer ride down Slippery Elm Trail. Bring a picnic dinner; dessert supplied. Leader: Jim Witter. Registration required at (419) 353-1897 or www.wcparks.org. Aug. 19-20 — Levis Commons Fine Art Fair, Town Center at Levis Commons, 3201 Levis Commons Blvd., Perrysburg. www.shopleviscommons.com. Aug. 19-20 — Revolution on the Ohio Frontier, Fort Meigs, 29100 W. River Road, Perrysburg. (419) 874-9147 or www.fortmeigs.org. Revolutionary War soldiers come to Fort Meigs to recreate life in early America with battles, weapon demonstrations, and more. www.fortmeigs.org. Aug. 21 — The Grand Rapids Arts Councilʼs Sunset Jazz & Art Festival, 2-10 p.m., on the Grand Rapids towpath. A fun filled evening with live jazz music, artistsʼ booths, brew and food from local eateries. Bring lawn chairs. For more information or to volunteer, contact Rita at (419) 832-ARTS. Aug. 26 — Scenic River Kayaking, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Weirs Rapids access, 21095 Range Line Road, Bowling Green. Wood County Park District (800) 321-1897 or office@wcparks.org. Paddle down the Mighty Maumee with a naturalist. Check out ecological features and search for wildlife such as bald eagles,painted turtles, beaver and more. A kayaking safety and skills session will precede the trip. Cost $13. Leader: Craig Spicer. Registration required at (419) 353-1897 or www.wcparks.org. Aug. 27 — Rhythm on the River Concert Series, North Coast Big Band, 16-piece dance band, jazz-swing music, big band sound, the Wright Pavilion on the towpath along the Maumee River. Concerts begin at 4 p.m. and are free. Bring a chair or blanket. In the event of inclement weather, events are moved to the old fire station. www.grandrapidsohio.com.
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Sept. 1, 8, 15 — Friday Night Cruise In, 6-8 p.m., Commodore Schoolyard, 140 E. Indiana Ave., Perrysburg. Rick (419) 810-3877. Presented by OʼDeer Diner. All car makes and models welcome. Free registration, driver's pool, prizes, music, 50/50 raffle and more. Register at the event or at OʼDeer Diner, 416 Louisiana Ave. Sept. 2 — “The Man in the Arena: Teddy Roosevelt.” Come and meet the Bull Moose himself, Teddy Roosevelt. Award winning actor Derek Evans brings to life the 26th president of the United States, one of the most exciting and charismatic personalities in all of history. Pemberville Opera House Concert Series, 7:30 p.m., 115 Main St., Pemberville. $12. www.pembervilleoperahouse.org. Sept. 8-10 — Black Swamp Arts Festival, Friday 5 p.m.-midnight, Saturday 10 a.m.-midnight, Sunday 11 a.m.-6 p.m., downtown Bowling Green. Music and arts festival presents new and exciting artwork by visual and performance artists. The food court offers a wide range of culinary delights. The Artists at Work booths are hands-on community art projects for adult visitors. Visual artists create on-site as visitors watch, and sometimes try their hand at the craft. Participating artists include water colorists, acrylics painters, sculptors, glass bead makers, woodworkers and potters who demonstrate, answer questions, and share their knowledge of how they take raw materials and turn them into art. Kids areas have music making and a multitude of hands-on art projects to take home. (419) 354-BSAF (2723) or www.blackswamparts.org. Sept. 10 — Rhythm on the River Concert Series, Lake Plains Barbershop Chorus, the Wright Pavilion on the towpath along the Maumee River. Concerts begin at 4 p.m. and are free. Bring a chair or blanket. In the event of inclement weather, events are moved to the old fire station. www.grandrapidsohio.com. Sept. 16 — Wood County Air Fair, Wood County Airport, 1261 E. Poe Road, Bowling Green. (419) 354-2908 or www.woodcountyairport.us. Sept. 16 — Harrison Rally Day Festival, 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m., downtown Perrysburg, Louisiana Avenue at Front Street. Perrysburg Area Chamber of Commerce (419) 874-9147 or info@perrysburgchamber.com. Family friendly fun. Parade at 10 a.m., marketplace booths, arts, crafts, food and games.
Sept. 16 — Rock the Docks, 7 p.m.-midnight, downtown Perrysburg, Louisiana Avenue at Front Street. Downtown Perrysburg Inc. (419) 872-6246 or downtownperrysburg@gmail.com.
ATTRACTIONS
Boomtown Historic District, Bowling Green — A 1.67-mile walking tour through town featuring 95 residences. The district was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1987. A shorter route is through the Main Street Historic District. (419) 3544332 or www.downtownbgohio.org. Bowling Green State University, Bowling Green — Beginning as Bowling Green Normal School in 1914, the university now has more than 100 buildings on 1,300 acres. (419) 372-2531 or www.bgsu.edu. Canal Experience at Providence Metropark – 13827 US 24 W., Grand Rapids. Authentic mule-drawn canal boat with original locks. Water-powered Ludwig Mill and General Store. Wednesday-Saturday May-October. For hours of boat rides, (419) 4079741 or www.metroparkstoledo.com. Fort Meigs State Memorial, Perrysburg — During the War of 1812, American soldiers held off British and Indian troops at the fort. Reconstructed fort houses exhibits on the Northwest Campaign and the typical life of a 19th-century soldier. Adults $7, seniors $6, students $3, Ohio Historical Society members and children 5 and younger free. Fort open April-October. Museum and visitor center open all year, 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Wednesday-Saturday, noon5 p.m. Sundays. Open holidays except Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Yearʼs Day. Call for holiday hours. (800) 283-8916. Mary Jane Thurston State Park, 1466 SR 65, Grand Rapids — Providence Dam and Canal Lock. Camping, fishing, towpath, hiking, public boat launch. (419) 832-7662. Seven Eagles Historical Education Center, 16486 Wapakoneta Road, south of Grand Rapids and north of SR 6 — Outdoor living history site with 40 acres of Black Swamp woods, a two-acre pond and open meadows. There are a recreated 50-foot Woodland Indian longhouse and 20-foot wigwam, a Scottish tavern, trappers lodge, blacksmith shop, 212-year-old pioneer log house, trading post and Marlow Education Hall. The facilities are open for school tours, scout events and festivals on an arranged basis. (419) 509-0095 or www.seven-eagles.com.
Wyandot County JULY
July 23 — Church Service, 8 a.m., Wyandot Mission Church, east Church Street, in the Old Mission Cemetery, Upper Sandusky. Speaker: Grand Chief Ted Roll of the Wyandot Anderdon Nation. July 27 — Thursday Nights at the Museum, Pastor Jim Stauffer on the "History of Trinity Evangelical Church & Its Congregation," 7 p.m., Wyandot County Museum, 130 S. 7th St., Upper Sandusky. www.wyandothistory.org.
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July 30 — Church Service, 8 a.m., Wyandot Mission Church, east Church Street, in the Old Mission Cemetery, Upper Sandusky. Speaker: the Rev. Jay Scott, Emanuel United Church of Christ.
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Aug. 4 — Family Fun Day, 4-7 p.m., Harrison Smith Park, 525 E. Wyandot Ave., Upper Sandusky. Free swimming all day, bounce house, music by a DJ, school supply give-a-way, along with hot dogs and drinks. Free, organized by the Wyandot County Youth Commission. EMS, fire trucks and police cars are there. Anne Denman (419) 294-6408. Aug. 4-5 — Carey Fest, downtown Carey, featuring national, regional and local entertainment, games, rides, food, demonstrations, magic and an array of music, beginning at 4 p.m. Friday in downtown Carey. Other events include: 3-on-3 basketball tournament, Twilight 5K race, Civil War encampment and more. The annual pre-fest homecoming celebration begins at 5 p.m. Aug. 3 at Waterworks Park, concluding with fireworks at 9:30 p.m. (419) 3967567 or www.careyfest.com for more information. Aug. 6 — Church Service, 8 a.m., Wyandot Mission Church, east Church Street, in the Old Mission Cemetery, Upper Sandusky. Speaker: the Rev. Ken Wessler, First Presbyterian Church. Aug. 10 — Thursday Nights at the Museum, 7 p.m., Wyandot County Museum, 130 S. 7th St., Upper Sandusky. www.wyandothistory.org. Speaker: Bonnie Eyestone on "Women Spies of World War II." Aug. 10-12 — Lincoln Highway Buyway Garage Sales. Aug. 13 — Church Service, 8 a.m., Wyandot Mission Church, east Church Street, in the Old Mission Cemetery, Upper Sandusky. Speaker: the Rev. Bill Williamson, Community Christian Church. Aug. 17 — Thursday Nights at the Museum, 7 p.m., Wyandot County Museum, 130 S. 7th St., Upper Sandusky. www.wyandothistory.org. Speaker: Ron Marvin Jr. on "History of High School Football in Wyandot County." Aug. 17-19 — Church Rummage Sale, John Stewart United Methodist Church, 130 W. Johnson St., Upper Sandusky.
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Aug. 20 — Church Service, 8 a.m., Wyandot Mission Church, east Church Street, in the Old Mission Cemetery, Upper Sandusky. Speaker: the Rev. Jed Brake, Nazarene Church. Aug. 24 — Thursday Nights at the Museum, 7 p.m., Wyandot County Museum, 130 S. 7th St., Upper Sandusky. www.wyandothistory.org. Speaker: Fred Malone on "Louis Bromfield and his Malabar Farm." Aug. 27 — Church Service, 8 a.m., Wyandot Mission Church, east Church Street, in the Old Mission Cemetery, Upper Sandusky. Speaker: Chief Billy Friend of the Wyandotte Nations.
SEPTEMBER
Sept. 7 — Thursday Nights at the Museum, 7 p.m., Wyandot County Museum, 130 S. 7th St., Upper Sandusky. www.wyandothistory.org. Speaker: Robbi Sigler on "Wyandot County Junior Fair." Sept. 12-17 — Wyandot County Fair, fairgrounds, SR 53 at north edge of Upper Sandusky.
ATTRACTIONS
Indian Trail Caverns and Sheriden Cave research site, 722 SR 568, Carey — Recent excavations at the site have provided a glimpse of what life was like during the last ice age. The Sheriden cave site has yielded more than 10,000 specimens and artifacts, which include more than 65 species that lived in Ohio prior to the last glacial coverage of the region. Guided tours of Indian Trail Caverns provide a view of the archeology and geology of the region. The caverns are open 1-5 p.m. Saturday-Sunday from Memorial Day through Labor Day. Cash admission. (419) 387-7773 or www.indiantrailcaverns.com.
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Indian Mill State Memorial/Milling Museum, CR 47 off SR 67 three miles northeast of Upper Sandusky along the Sandusky River — Original mill was built in 1861. The restored three-story structure replaces the original one-story building that the U. S. government built in 1820 to reward the loyalty of local Wyandot Indians during the War of 1812. Open 1-4:30 p.m. May 31-Oct. 31, closed Memorial Day. Admission. (419) 294-3857 or (419) 294-3556 for tours. Killdeer Plains Wildlife Area, northwestern edge of Marion County outside of Harpster — Wetlands and prairie areas. Bird watching, hunting, fishing. (800) 945-3543. Mohawk Historical Society, 101 N. Sycamore Ave., Sycamore, OH 44882. (419) 927-2969 or www.facebook.com/pages/Mohawk-Historical-Society/156135234417971. Our Lady of Consolation Basilica and National Shrine, 315 Clay St., Carey — Pilgrimages and tours. Open for prayer 24 hours a day. Mass schedule: Easter-Oct. 31 8 and 10 a.m., noon Sunday, 7 and 11 a.m., 5:30 p.m. Saturday; Nov. 1-Palm Sunday 9 and 11 a.m. Sunday, 7 and 11 a.m., 5:30 p.m. Saturday. Weekday Masses 7 and 11 a.m. Devotions 2:30 p.m. Sunday. Sacrament of Reconciliation 4-5 p.m. Saturday. Gift shop 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; closed 2:30 p.m. Sunday for devotions and noon-3 p.m. Good Friday. (419) 396-3355 or www.olcshrine.com. Overland Inn, McCutchenville — Built in the 1800s, the original stagecoach stop looks like it did when it was a stop between Cincinnati and Lake Erie. Open 1-4:30 p.m. Saturday-Sunday May 7-Oct. 1. www.wyandothistory.org or for tours (419) 294-3857. Wyandot County Museum, 130 S. Seventh St., Upper Sandusky — Victorian house, furnished according to era, Indian and military displays, doll collection, seasonal events and displays. May 7-Oct. 31 1-4:30 p.m. Friday-Sunday and by appointment. www.wyandothistory.org. Wyandot Mission Church, 200 E. Church St., Upper San-
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dusky — The first Methodist Mission in the United States, it is only mission built with government funds. Services are held in the mission during the summer. The interior contains paintings of some of the well known Wyandot Indians. It was designated a national shrine of the Methodist Church in 1960. (419) 294-4841.
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Tuesday, September 12 Veterans Day All Vets admitted Free w/proof of service (today only) Birds of Prey - Conservation Bldg. 4-8pm Parade 6:30pm County High School Band Show at Grandstand 7:30pm Wednesday, September 13 Jr. Market Hog Judging & Showmanship in arena 8:30am Health Screenings - Wyandot Memorial Hospital Booth 9:30-11am Pari-mutual Harness Racing (Super Stakes)5pm County High School Music Show - Masters’ Bldg. 7pm Thursday, September 14th Seniors Day Senior Admission $3.00 (today only) Senior Citizens Activities - Masters’ Bldg All Day BW Twirlers - Outside Masters’ Building 6pm Pari-mutual Harness Racing (Super Stakes) 5pm
Friday, September 15th Draft Horse Show 1pm National Kiddie Tractor Pullers Assn. - outside Masters’ Bldg. 3pm Truck Pull 6:30pm The Rough Country Band in Masters’ Bldg. 8-11pm Saturday, September 16th Junior Livestock Sale - Arena 9am Cheerleading Competition - Arena 6pm Antique Tractor Pull 5pm Tractor Pull - $10 Grandstands - $10 Pits 6:30pm Sunday, September 17th Calf Scramble - Arena 1pm Demolition Derby - $10 Grandstand - $10 Pits 4pm
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