Explore Licking County 2016 Travel Magazine by CityScene Media Group

Where the Little Things Mean Everything! Meet, Dine, Stay and Enjoy!

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4 Welcome to Licking County 6 Licking County Map 8 Explore Newark • Granville • Johnstown

Alexandria • Pataskala • Hanover and Licking Valley Utica • Heath • Buckeye Lake • Hebron

30 Calendar of Events 33 Plan Your Visit Things to Do • Places to Eat

Places to Stay • Places to Meet

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Welcome to Licking County! I use the term “it’s a good time to be us” pretty frequently when I am out talking with folks about the great things that have happened and are happening in our county. It’s a phrase that I feel really sums up the momentum that is driving Licking County forward into a bright future. As a community, we are taking stock of our assets and, to be honest, there are many. There is a newfound spirit of revitalization happening here and we are excited for you to be a part of our ongoing journey. Community leaders in Newark have found a way to reimagine the courthouse square and are actively moving forward with plans to make our county seat a destination complete with entertainment venues, loft housing and great retail, food and beverage outlets. The Buckeye Lake region is rethinking how it will transform into a premier summer destination that is safe, fun and solid for generations to come. Granville has taken a page from the reinvestment playbook and staked its claim up and down Broadway, proving once again that the Village is the best of the best in the Midwest. Great things are happening here and I couldn’t be happier that you are choosing to be one of “us,” if only for a short while. Best wishes for a safe journey,

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EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

DIRECTOR OF SALES & MARKETING

Carol Thress

Amista Jackson

I grew up in Licking County, so it’s hard for me to pick favorites – I love it all. I would say that we have pretty amazing history and I enjoy spending time exploring the rich cultural heritage that’s in my own backyard.

One of the many things I love about living and working in Licking County is the spirit of collaboration. Our partners work together and find creative ways to make sure our residents and visitors have a memorable experience while they are here.

One of my all-time favorite things to do in Licking County is spend time on the 40+ miles of recreational trails. I am an avid cyclist and I enjoy the convenience and scenic nature of the multi-use trail system so close to home.

Dan Moder

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Courthouse Square Looking back…and forward

Licking County Courthouse With its soaring clock tower and impressive limestone exterior, the Licking County Courthouse is a point of pride and beauty in the city of Newark. The courthouse, which sits on a foundation of sandstone in Newark’s public square, was built in 1878 after its predecessor was lost to a fire. Designed by Cleveland architect H.E. Myer, the courthouse beautifully displays design elements that were in vogue throughout the Second French Empire. Today, the courthouse is home to the Licking County Court of Common Pleas as well as the juvenile and probate divisions. A $4 million renovation, which is expected to be completed in 2017, will help preserve the courthouse’s exterior and replace its roof, elevator and about 100 windows while introducing a new skylight. The Licking County Courthouse earned a spot on the National Register of Historic Places in 1973.

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Canal Market District Downtown Newark’s reputation as the city’s thriving center will only continue to grow as the south side undergoes a dramatic transformation into a multi-use, open-air market. Bordered by Canal Market, Second and Third streets, the Canal Market Plaza will serve as the new district’s centerpiece and prime spot for small concerts, weddings and similar gatherings. Revamped downtown parking and green space will also be introduced to the historic city center, transforming it into a destination for out-of-towners. The multi-million dollar renovation is slated for completion by spring 2016.

Old Licking County Jail Completed in 1889, this three-story sandstone building is actually Licking County’s fourth jail. The jail, which closed in 1987 and has since been used as a records center, recently opened its doors to tourists. The Old Licking County Jail has been the subject of several television specials, including an episode of the Travel Channel’s Ghost Adventures.

Did you know? The first jail was established in 1808, and was lost in a fire with the original courthouse in 1815. The second was repurposed into a stable.

Louis Sullivan Building In the early 1900s, famed Chicago architect Louis Sullivan brought some of his big city flair to Newark. One of his renowned “jewel box” banks was built on North Third Street. The father of skyscrapers designed only eight similar structures for the Midwest region. Discussions on how to preserve and use the historic building, just over a century old, are under way.

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Licking County Park District

Wine & Dine

NEWARK Riverview Reserve 375 Ohio St., Newark • 110 acres along the Licking River • Canoeing, fishing and wildlife

Boyd Wilkin Reserve 11770 Wilkins Run Rd. NE, Newark • 160 acres of farmland • Glacial formations and deposits

Frederick R. Reese Wildlife Sanctuary 6210 Grumms Lane, Newark • 103 acres of woodlands • Wildflowers, wildlife and sandstone outcroppings

From mainstream establishments to a “mom and pop” that’s been in the family for generations, Newark’s dining scene is sure to appeal to everyone’s taste buds. Love an old-fashioned tavern, or something a bit more cosmopolitan? You won’t have to choose. If you favor locally-made drinks, Licking County’s breweries and wineries are sure to pique your interest.

Did you know?

Taft Reserve 10250 Flint Ridge Rd., Newark • 425 acres • 8 miles of hiking, biking and horseback riding trails Newark has bragging rights over the world’s largest basket. The headquarters for Longaberger Basket Company stands seven stories high, and is 160 times larger than the hand-woven basket it’s modeled after.

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Newark Earthworks, in its entirety, originally covered more than four square miles. The three surviving segments make it the largest collection of geometric earthen enclosures in not only the United States, but the world. It’s believed the Earthworks were built by the prehistoric Hopewell people between 100 B.C. and 500 A.D.

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Granville Broadway A walk down Granville’s colorful Broadway feels like a leisurely stroll through a New England town. Flanked by unique shops and eateries, Broadway is the perfect introduction to the village’s charm. From Goumas Confections and the Broadway Pub to regional staples such as Whit’s Frozen Custard, there’s plenty to do and taste on Granville’s main strip.

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Denison University Established in 1831, this private institution is Ohio’s second-oldest liberal arts college. Denison University sits on about 900 acres of land, and its 2,000+ undergraduates hail from all over the U.S. and represent nearly 40 different countries. Did you know? Football coach Woody Hayes, actors Steve Carell and Jennifer Garner, and former Disney CEO Michael Eisner are all Denison University alumni.

Granville Inn

The Buxton Inn

The Inns Take a break from your travels by booking a room at one of the village’s cozy inns. Tucked in the hills and surrounded by Granville’s unique charm, the Granville Inn’s sophisticated ambience makes it an ideal place to rest from your travels. The Buxton Inn, with its New England-esque flair, transports guests to early America with a history dating back to 1812. The Welsh Hills Inn, surrounded by rolling hills and spanning across 15 wooded acres, was rated 2015’s #1 Bed & Breakfast/Inn in the United States by TripAdvisor. Did you know? The Buxton Inn served as Granville’s first post office and stagecoach stop between Newark and Columbus.

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Licking County Park District GRANVILLE Infirmary Mound Park 4351 Lancaster Rd., Granville • 316 acres • 7 miles of horseback riding, hiking and mountain biking trails

Did you know?

• 4-acre off-leash dog park

St. Luke’s Church is considered to be one of the finest examples of Greek Revival architecture in the United States. Construction was completed in 1838, and the church was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1976.

Did you know? Go to the end of Bryn Du Drive and you’ll find one of Granville’s greatest mysteries. No one knows who built the Alligator Mound, though archeologists suspect Ohio’s prehistoric Hopewell people crafted the effigy between 100 B.C. and 400 A.D.

Bryn Du Mansion Built from sandstone in 1865, the villa-style Bryn Du Mansion is still home to many of Granville’s cultural events, including the Taste of Granville and the Bryn Du Art Exhibition. With a front lawn spanning 32 acres, the mansion is used frequently by sports teams, such as the Granville Lacrosse Club and Denison University’s men’s and women’s cross country.

Robbins Hunter Museum Designed with classical Greek-style architecture in mind, this historic house is furnished with both 18th and 19th century décor belonging to its original owners. Sixteen of the museum’s 27 rooms are open to the public. explorelc.org

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Granville

Licking Memorial Urgent Care

Off State Route 16 and Cherry Valley Road Monday – Friday: 9:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Now available at two convenient locations

Saturday & Sunday: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Closed on Holidays

Pataskala One Healthy Place, off Broad Street Monday – Saturday: 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Sunday: 12:00 Noon – 6:00 p.m. Closed on Holidays

Granville – (740) 348-7500 Pataskala – (740) 964-7600 www.LMHealth.org

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Discover central Ohio’s ONLY destination where families get hands-on with four museums in one.

history. art. science. glass.

Open Tuesday - Saturday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. • 55 S. 1st Street, Newark, Ohio 740-349-9277 • www.attheworks.org

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WillowBrooke Bed n’ Breakfast

Just 7 minutes west of Granville, the WillowBrooke Bed n’ Breakfast is an English Tudor manor house, with a separate guest cottage, secluded ¼ mile into the woods. Enjoy romantic candlelight, featherbeds, fireplaces, Jacuzzi tubs, a roofed outside hot tub and full breakfast. You will not want to leave, but you will want to come back! 4459 Morse Road, Alexandria, OH 43001 800.772.6372 • WillowBrooke.com

Orchard House Bed & Breakfast

1850’s manor on 12 beautiful acres outside Granville, blends timeless farm-style with modern comforts – Cosmopolitan Country. Our décor mixes contemporary furnishings and artwork with antiques from around the world. Wholesome gourmet breakfasts are sourced from our farm and local partners. Sip a glass of wine on the patio, or stroll the local village and countryside, your stay will be relaxing! 4058 Columbus Road, Granville, OH 43023 740.651.1850 • OrchardHouseGranville.com

Snapshots Lounge

Between the two exits to Granville, Snapshots Lounge is a one-of-akind gem. With food that is fresh and as local as possible, you are sure to find many delicious treats, both salty and sweet. We have many spaces to enjoy both inside and out. We also cater large and small events. Snapshots Lounge is picture perfect and a must try! 1320 Weaver, Granville, OH 43023 740.321.1391 • Closed Sundays

Lazy River Campground

“Come for the Adventure, Stay for the Memories” Located in the beautiful Welsh Hills. Campsites, Cabins, Ropes Course, Zipline, Laser Tag, Heated Pool, Spray Ground, Mini Golf, Snappie’s Snack Shack, Gem Mine, Dog Park, Critter Catching Creek, Playground, 30 Theme Weekends and 11 Theme Weeks. 2340 Dry Creek Road NE, Granville, OH 43023 740.366.4385 • LazyRiverAtGranville.com

Welsh Hills Inn Historic Granville’s exclusive, award-winning Inn nestled on 15 wooded acres in the beautiful, rolling Welsh Hills equestrian countryside. Large, beautifully appointed rooms. Private baths. Original artwork and antiques abound throughout. Enjoy a dip in our pool, relax in our spa, fish at our pond, rock on our expansive porches, sip wine at the outdoor fireplace, or stroll our trails. As seen in Columbus Monthly, Midwest Living, Country Living, Columbus Business First, Cbus Chic, Cleveland Plain Dealer, and more! • 2015 TripAdvisor #1 B&B/Inn in the U.S. and #5 in the World • 2013 & 2015 Ohio Hotel & Lodging Assn. Unique Lodging Organization of the Year 2133 Cambria Mill Road, Granville, OH 43023 740.321.1493 • WelshHillsInn.com • BookTheInn.com

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Johnstown The Hartford Fair Organized in 1858, the Hartford Fair has been a staple in the Johnstown community for more than 150 years. The fair is a collaborative effort between Licking County and two of its neighbors, Delaware and Knox counties. The fair, affectionately known as the “Biggest Little Fair in the World,” prides itself on youth involvement and has one of the largest Junior Fair programs in Ohio. There’s always an impressive entertainment lineup, too.

Irongate Equestrian Center Did you know? Foot races were one of the first attractions at the Hartford Fair, as were horse races.

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Sitting on 105 acres just south of the Otter Fork Licking River, the Irongate Equestrian Center remained reserved for world-class riders until 2014. Now, its rolling pastures set the scene for a variety of corporate and social events. While the center still serves as a top-ofthe-line equestrian facility, it’s also used for weddings and similar gatherings.

The Johnstown Opera House

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Ohio once boasted more than 50 opera houses. Today, very few are still standing, and the Johnstown Opera House is one of them. Plays and musical events are still hosted in the opera house, which seats just under 300 people.

JOHNSTOWN Morris Woods State Nature Preserve 7495 Dutch Lane, Johnstown • 107 acres of forest • Wetlands, wildlife and a small lake

Did you know? Vaudeville era backdrops are still used for some of the historic opera house’s events.

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Alexandria

Lobdell Reserve 3100 Mounts Rd. NW Alexandria

• 210 acres of grassy meadows • 8 miles of multi-use trails

Sunbear Studio & Gallery Located on Alexandria’s main strip, Sunbear Studio & Gallery showcases the work of pastel artist Meredith Martin while also displaying works from Ohio creatives. The gallery hosts events throughout the spring and fall seasons, allowing visitors to view artist demonstrations and purchase original artwork to the tune of live music and tasty food.

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Fritz Drumm 4839 Lobdell Rd., Alexandria • Reserved for baseball and softball games

Licking County Park District PATASKALA Tyler Powell Preserve

Pataskala

Mill Street Rd., Pataskala â&#x20AC;˘ 13 acres â&#x20AC;˘ Wildlife and plant life preserve

The Sterling Theater Located on the second floor of the Historic Pataskala Town Hall, the Sterling Theater continues to operate as a cultural and educational gathering place for audiences from all over the region. While undergoing renovations and restorations, the theater hosts talent at its popular open mic nights.

The Outville Depot The village of Outville was originally a stop on the Central Ohio Railroad before the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad took over, building a passenger depot that later closed in 1940. The depot, designed with Queen Anne-style architecture in mind, was moved out of the village until the Harrison Township Trustees arranged to have it returned in 1993. The depot, now one of only six remaining on the rail line, was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1995. explorelc.org

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Hanover and Licking Valley

Flint Ridge Thousands of years ago, the Hopewell people discovered Flint Ridge. Ten feet thick in some spots, Flint Ridge drastically changed the way these ancient people lived and became essential to their survival. Spears, knives and other hunting weapons were fashioned out of the flint â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and more hunting meant more food and materials for clothing. During your stop, be transported back in time by taking a tour of the grounds and onsite museum.

Did you know? Blackhand Gorge is named after an engraving that was destroyed in 1828. Builders used dynamite on the cliff face during construction.

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Blackhand Gorge Here, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll find the sole bike trail in Ohioâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s state nature preserve system. The trail spans more than four miles, resting just south of the village of Hanover. The Blackhand Gorge was named after a prehistoric image of a black hand, which was engraved on a nearby sandstone cliff. Yellow and cherry birch trees, wildflowers, and Virginia pines make the preserve an ideal spot for connecting with nature.

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Utica Velvet Ice Cream It’s hard to imagine Utica without Velvet Ice Cream. Four generations of the Dager family have run the company since its opening more than a century ago in 1914. More than 150,000 visitors each year come to Utica just for the chance to try this famed ice cream. Open May-October. Did you know? More than 5 million gallons of ice cream are distributed by Velvet Ice Cream each year. Its headquarters are located on the grounds of the historic Ye Olde Mill, which is open to the public April 20-Oct. 31.

Home-style Dining Midwestern comfort food doesn’t get much better. Open since 1972, The Pioneer Restaurant boasts a friendly staff and a menu full of American classics. Chicken wings, roast beef sandwiches, cherry pies and breakfast sausages are just some of the options that make this restaurant a staple for locals and a destination for visitors. If you want to grab the most important meal of the day at a diner where you’ll be treated like family, look no further than Early Birds Breakfast. Early Birds, owned by three sisters and located just south of Utica in St. Louisville, specializes in breakfast foods with an extra kick. As its name suggests, you’ll want to arrive early. The dining room fills up fast! 22

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The Pioneer Restaurant

Mill Street Distillery The New and Old worlds come together at Mill Street Distillery. The distillery uses local grains and fruits for its products, ensuring the highest quality hand-crafted spirits. From its premium moonshine made from Ohio corn to blending the stateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s finest grapes to produce grappa, the Mill Street Distilleryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s dedication to quality and local ingredients shines through in its products.

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Heath The Davis-Shai House A quaint facility for parties, social gatherings and corporate events, the Davis-Shai House has a rich history at the center of the City of Heathâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s development. Built by Jackson Davis in 1861 in the Gothic Revival style, the Davis-Shai House was originally located near the Ohio and Erie Canal. In 1945, local dentist Dr. Joseph Park Shai, Sr. purchased the estate in 1945 via a sheriff sale. The Shai family renovated the home and added a kitchen, family room and garage. In 1995, the family sold the property and donated the home to the City of Heath, which relocated it to Central Parkway. The house saw additional renovations under the ownership of the city, and the efforts didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t go unacknowledged. In 2002, the house was honored with the Downtown Ohio Inc., Heritage OHIO Preservation and Revitalization Award. After undergoing a $1.6 million expansion in 2009, the facility reopened in 2010. Now managed by the Heath Community Arts Council, the house is a staple in the community, a place where loved ones and friends gather for tea and other seasonal events.

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Homestead Brewery In 2011, Homestead Beer Company became the first large-scale craft beer microbrewery in Licking County. With a number of beers on tap ranging from IPAs and pale ales to porters and red ales, Homestead strives to make great-tasting beers without unnecessarily increasing hops and alcohol levels. In the company’s Artists Series, beers are inspired by and sometimes named for specific music artists. The company also strives to celebrate local eateries with its wing war, held in 2015 and featuring six local restaurants and local celebrity judges. Part of the event’s proceeds were donated to Pelotonia.

Shopping and Dining Located on 30th Street, Indian Mound Mall provides a central location for a variety of shopping and dining options. Featuring an extensive list of popular name brand retail stores such as Victoria’s Secret, Bath & Body Works, American Eagle Outfitters and Dick’s Sporting Goods, the mall also includes the department stores Sears and JCPenney. If shopping until you drop leaves you a bit peckish, the mall offers several sit-down and fast-casual restaurants. Heath offers a plentiful amount of eateries, including Indian, Japanese, Thai, Italian, Mexican and traditional American. If you fancy some dessert, stop by Goumas Candyland on Claren Drive for some sweet treats. explorelc.org

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Buckeye Lake Buckeye Lake: A History Many know Buckeye Lake as a local vacation destination and the region’s go-to spot for swimming and boating. But the lake has quite a history – as you can imagine, with it being Ohio’s first state park. Known as “The Big Swamp” to Native Americans, the land was first explored by colonial settlers in 1747 as they looked to areas west of the established colonies. In the early 1800s, a canal system, which worked to transport goods throughout the growing area, was developed. And around 1820, an early pioneer built a log cabin on the north shore of the lake, laying the foundation for what the region is today – and what still lies ahead. Although the Buckeye Lake experience was set back in 2015 when it became necessary to act on problems surrounding its dam, the state’s plan of attack is expected to revitalize Buckeye Lake and make it even more of a destination than it was before. The onsite Buckeye Lake Museum contains much of the area’s rich history. Visitors can find more than 1,000 artifacts, including some from the Buckeye Lake Amusement Park. The museum has hosted more than 17,000 visitors since its opening in 1998.

Did you know? Buckeye Lake’s Cranberry Bog is the only bog island in the state. While most of the swamp forest has disappeared beneath the water, this 50-acre segment remains buoyant.

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On the Water: Fishing, Kayaking and Canoeing Lovers of the great outdoors will have no problem finding something to keep them busy while visiting the picturesque Buckeye Lake. A fan of fishing? Perch, bluegill, crappie, muskellunge, largemouth bass, channel catfish and bullhead catfish make their home in the 2,847 acres of water that are available to fishers. Canoes, pontoons, sailboats and rowboats can access the lake from nine different launch ramps. Visitors can also rent space at 135 seasonal docks.

Scenic Food and Beverage Outlets A day out on the lake is bound to give you one heck of an appetite. Luckily, Buckeye Lake offers a wide variety of eateries. You’ll find traditional American fare, carryout cuisine, and intimate restaurants. And for a truly luxurious experience, there’s the Buckeye Lake Winery, offering both casual and upscale dining for any event.

Buckeye Lake Brewery If craft beer is more your style, you can find it at Buckeye Lake Brewery, open daily. Opening its doors in 2012, the brewery features a rotating lineup of food trucks along with its regular and season beers. If Freaky Tree Pumpkin Chocolate Stout sounds like a winner to you, consider stopping by.

Papa Boo’s Visitors are always welcome at this local hangout. Pizzas, subs and tasty drinks make up this classic American menu. You might even catch some live entertainment during your visit. An outdoor patio gives visitors an unbeatable view of the water.

Copper Penny Lakeside A Buckeye Lake staple since the 1960s, Copper Penny is known for its live music and outdoor patio. explorelc.org

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Hebron

National Trail Raceway If you want to catch the best auto races in central Ohio, you have to visit Hebron. Since its opening in 1964 by the Rader family, the National Trail Raceway has seen some of the Midwestâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s top racers compete on its quarter-mile track. Summers come alive on the track with touring series such as the NMRA, the Buick Horsepower Nationals, the Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, the JEGS Northern Sportsnationals and the Mopar Nationals. Those who donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t hail from central Ohio need not worry about making the trek to and from home in one day. Get the most out of your raceway experience with an overnight stay: A host of lodging options exist in the Newark, Heath and Granville areas. 28

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Did you know? The Village of Hebron used to be a vital link in the Ohio Canal System.

Pigeon Roost Farm

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Lots of outdoor family fun can be had down on the farm, and Hebron is home to a great one.

HEBRON Ohio Canal Greenway 101 Canal Rd., Hebron • 3.8-mile multi-use trail

Pigeon Roost Farm, owned by the Jutte family since 1979, is a popular destination for school field trips and group and corporate events. The farm really comes alive in the fall, with the pumpkin patch offering a variety of family photo opportunities. Kids can meet goats, donkeys, sheep and more, and the whole family can trek through two mazes. The Great Pumpkin Fun Center offers outdoor activities for little ones.

• Fishing, horseback riding and bird-watching opportunities

Historic Route 40 Known as the “Old National Trail,” historic Route 40 was an important part of Hebron’s growth in the early 1900s. Today the roadway is home to an annual festival each fall that includes a parade and a variety of food vendors and musical entertainment. The Route 40 Festival would not be complete without the crowning of the Annual Miss Route 40 Royalty and a car show/cruise-in.

Family-Owned Eateries If exploring Hebron gives you an appetite, fear not, for a variety of unique eateries are in the area. Chinese, Japanese, Thai, Italian – you don’t have to travel far to find ethnic cuisine. And if American family-style meals are more your style, you can choose from cafes, diners and pubs. explorelc.org

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2016 Calendar of Events Antiques Appraisal Fair January 23

Longaberger Homestead’s Spring Fling April 2 & 9

10 a.m.-1 p.m. and 1-4 p.m. Licking County Historical Society (740) 345-4898 lchs@alink.com LCHSOhio.org

(740) 322-5588 LongabergerHomestead.com

Kristine Jackson and Austin “Walkin” Cane April 8

Buckeye Lake Winterfest January 30

(740) 345-5483 MidlandTheatre.org

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Kristine and Austin have been friends for nearly 15 years, and join together on stage to share their friendship through an awesome combination of creativity, genuine felt blues, songwriting and a good ol’ time.

From the Heart February 13

(740) 345-5483 MidlandTheatre.org What better way to spend a romantic evening than with the NGSO featuring esteemed conductor Luis Gabriel Biava and Tenor Jesús Daniel Hernandez. You will fall in love all over again as he sings some of the world’s most romantic music. Be sure to bring your sweetheart!

Chocolate Fiesta February 27

Historic Homes Tour April 24

Lectures at 1 p.m. and 2 p.m., followed by home tours Licking County Historical Society (740) 345-4898 lchs@alink.com LCHSOhio.org

Colorscapes’ Buckeye Cup April 29-May 1

(740) 349-5551 LickingCountyLibrary.info

NewarkAreaSoccer@windstream.net BuckeyeCup.com

Shaun Hopper March 4

Arbor Day Festival April 30

(740) 345-5483 MidlandTheatre.org Acoustic “fingerstyle” guitar wizard Shaun Hopper is, at first glance, an unassuming presence, a true southern gentleman whose humility stands in stark contrast to the prodigious talents he unveils on stage.

Four Seasons of Gardening Garden Conference April 2 (740) 670-5322 FourSeasonsOfGardening.com

10 a.m.-4 p.m., Free

It’s Arbor Day – a celebration of trees and nature! Expect a fun-filled day with lots of hands-on learning opportunities for families, including crafts, displays and tree climbing. The Arboretum is showcasing a plant sale offering a variety of nursery plants. The first 250 families have an opportunity to take home their own tree to plant in honor of Arbor Day.

A New World May 7

(740) 345-5483 MidlandTheatre.org Conductor William Boggs

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The NGSO opens the season finale with a musical gem, “The Barber of Seville” – and yes, you’ll remember it from Bugs Bunny’s “The Rabbit of Seville!” Also on the program is Dvorak’s much-loved “New World Symphony,” one of the most famous and inspiring symphonic works ever written. This promises to be a joyful and thrilling finale for the NGSO’s 11th season.

Mothers & Daughters Weekend May 7 & 8 (740) 322-5588 LongabergerHomestead.com

Salvaged Treasures Marketplace May 14 & 15 (740) 322-5588 LongabergerHomestead.com

The Babbas May 20

(740) 345-5483 MidlandTheatre.org Jazz vocalist phenom Annie Sellick teams up with her master guitarist and harmonica playing husband, Pat Bergeson, to perform as a duo called The Babbas. Combining exceptional musicianship, body percussion, guitar, harmonica and exquisite vocal abilities, this pair brings it all to the stage. Sellick has performed around the globe in clubs, festivals and theaters and received praise in Downbeat and Jazz Times magazines and the Los Angeles Times.

Plant Sale & Garden Fair May 21 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Visitors Center, Free

Enhance your landscape with unique plants cultivated by our horticulture experts! Our spring Plant Sale & Garden Fair offers the opportunity to find some rare gems not found anywhere else. The Arboretum showcases some of our favorite woody varieties that have been researched on our own grounds. Merchants and professionals offer wares and services in all areas of gardening, landscaping and home décor.

Choose from an assortment of annuals, perennials, herbs and vegetables. Our plant experts are always on hand to help you choose the best plants for your outdoor spaces. A bonus event happening during this sale is our annual Bonsai Show. Peruse these gorgeous specimen trees and stock up on all your bonsai supplies. Proceeds from the sale benefit the Arboretum’s collections and grounds.

Summer Learning Program Kick-Off Celebration June 4

Salute to Veterans May 28

Every Tuesday and Friday 4-7 p.m. (740) 404-1475 bryn@canalmarketdistrict.org CanalMarketDistrict.org

(740) 322-5588 LongabergerHomestead.com

42nd Utica Sertoma Ice Cream Festival May 28, 29 & 30

(800) 589-5000 SertomaIceCreamFestival.com VelvetIceCream.com

2016 Summer Season at Weathervane Playhouse Jekyll & Hyde June 2-4, June 7-11 A Flea in Her Ear June 16-18, June 22-25 The Music Man June 30-July 2, July 5-9 Baskerville: A Sherlock Holmes Mystery July 14-16, July 20-23 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee July 28-30, August 2-6 (740) 366-4616 tm@weathervaneplayhouse.org WeathervanePlayhouse.org

33rd Annual Newark Strawberry Festival June 3-5

11 a.m.-6 p.m., Friday-Saturday; 11 a.m.-6 p.m., Sunday NewarkStrawberryFestival.com The Newark Strawberry Festival has become a tradition to the citizens of Newark and surrounding areas. Rides, games, crafts, food and entertainment provide the entire family with many exciting things to do, see, and taste. Each year, everyone anticipates the return of one of the world’s most-craved delicacies -strawberry shortcakes made famous by the Newark Kiwanis Club and served with creamy Velvet Ice Cream, made locally. Proceeds from the Strawberry Festival benefit Camp O’Bannon and youth sports at Kiwanis Park.

Hartford Fair August 7-13

(740) 893-4881 HartfordFair@EmbarqMail.com HartfordFair.com

1-3 p.m. (740) 349-5552 LickingCountyLibrary.info

Canal Market District Farmers Market Inaugural Season! June 7-October 28

The Biggest Little Fair in the World located in the center of Ohio. Concerts, animals, entertainment, amusement rides, food concessions and fun.

MOPAR Nationals August 12-14

(740) 928-5706 NationalTrailRaceway.com The Mopar Nationals stretch the gates of 320-acre National Trail Raceway August 12-14. Nearly 3,000 participant cars, 1,400 vendor spots with new and used parts, drag racing, legendary burnout contest, special activities for the whole family and more at what is considered to be the world’s largest event of its kind! Gates open at 8 a.m. Details at www.moparnats.org.

American Summer Celebration June 10 & 11 (740) 322-5588 LongabergerHomestead.com

Father’s Day Special June 18 & 19

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Route 79 Supercruise August 13

Homestead’s People’s Choice Car Show June 25

(740) 345-8224

Pataskala Street Fair August 17-20

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(614) 257-7802

300-mph Jet Dragsters will ride a 40-foot fountain of fire and the world’s fastest jet semi truck will shake the ground and light up the sky. Wheelstander, bracket racers, exhibition cars and 150-mph snowmobiles will thrill the crowd at the raceway’s biggest one-day event. Spectator gates open at 5 p.m., main show starts at 7 p.m.

Rides, games, food and entertainment. This will be the 70th year that the Firefighters Association has operated the Street Fair. The Association was originally the volunteer organization that operated the Pataskala Fire Department. Since the establishment of the West Licking Joint Fire District in the 1980s, the association has evolved into a support group for the District. Funds from the Fair have been used to purchase specialized equipment and other items that the District wanted but did not have the funds for. Our members come from the community. We now operate a Support Services Unit throughout Licking County, which is a mobile Rehab Unit that is taken to emergency scenes to provide shelter, beverages, snacks and rest area for the responders.

Demonstration Garden Open House July 16

Lynd Fruit Farm September-October

Low Speed Auto Cross June 26

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Night of Thunder July 9

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(740) 670-5322 Licking.osu.edu

(740) 927-7013 LyndFruitFarm.com

Pigeon Roost Farms September-October

(740) 928-4925 PigeonRoostFarms.com

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“Echoes From the Past” Graveyard Walk at Cedar Hill Cemetery September 9 Two tours: 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. (740) 345-4898 lchs@alink.com LCHSOhio.org

Licking County River Round Up September 10 (740) 670-5330

Longaberger Homestead’s Heritage Days September 23 & 24 (740) 322-5588 LongabergerHomestead.com

Fall Festival October 1

10 a.m.-4 p.m., Free What better place to honor the start of autumn than at the Dawes Arboretum? Celebrate the harvest season with an enjoyable family event that explores homesteading techniques and seasonally appropriate gardening tips. Activities include crafts and interactive displays for children and adults alike.

Horizon of Hope Pink Party October 8

(740) 322-5588 LongabergerHomestead.com

Tour. This event lights up the town the first Sunday of each December, capturing the essence of an old-fashioned Christmas. A festive mood is created at this holiday event as visitors discover the spirit of the season amidst the glow of twinkling Christmas lights and luminaries, the sounds of carolers and musicians, and the happy laughter of children as they sit on Santa’s knee.

Spooktacular October 29

Homestead for the Holidays December 3

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Licking County Courthouse Lighting November 25

Nutcracker Celebration December 3

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Salvaged Treasures Marketplace October 22 & 23

JJohnson@HopewellFCU.org CourthouseLighting.com

Christmas Candlelight Walking Tour December 3 (740) 587-4490 GranvilleOh.com

There is no better way to get into the holiday spirit than in the quaint, New England-style village of Granville. This year marks the 27th anniversary that the Village of Granville has entertained thousands of visitors and residents at the Christmas Candlelight Walking

1-3 p.m. Main Library (740) 349-5521 mharmon@lickingcountylibrary.info LickingCountyLibrary.info

21st Annual Outville Christmas Parade December 10

3 p.m. outvilleparade@yahoo.com (740) 927-6831

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with no application fee.

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Public Skate 7 Days a week Learn to Skate Learn to Play Hockey Youth Hockey Leagues Birthday Parties

Where education

works

936 Sharon Valley Rd. Newark 740-349-6784

Newark • Coshocton • Knox • Pataskala

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Places to Eat PAGE 40

Places to Stay PAGE 43

Places to Meet PAGE 46

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Things to Do

The Works 55 South First Street Newark, Ohio 43055 (740) 349-9277 AtTheWorks.org Discover The Works, central Ohio’s best destination to experience history, art, science and glass. It’s like visiting four museums for the price of one!

Arts ART @ 43023 123 West Broadway Granville, Ohio 43023 (614) 906-6664

Golf Broadview Golf Course 5694 Headleys Mill Road SW Pataskala, Ohio 43062 (740) 927-8900 BroadviewGolf.com

Licking County Arts Gallery 50 South Second Street Newark, Ohio 43055 (740) 349-8031 LickingCountyArts.org

Burning Tree Golf Course 4600 Ridgely Tract Road Newark, Ohio 43056 (740) 522-3464 BurningTreeGC.com

The Licking County Players 131 West Main Street Newark, Ohio 43055 (740) 349-2287 LickingCountyPlayers.org

Clover Valley Golf Club 8644 Johnstown-Alexandria Road Johnstown, Ohio 43031 (740) 966-5533 CloverValleyGolfClub.com

Celebrating 50 years of quality live theater! Located in downtown Newark, they present eight shows per year in their intimate, 100-seat theater. Visit lickingcountyplayers.org for schedule.

Cumberland Trail Golf Course 8244 Columbia Road SW Pataskala, Ohio 43062 (740) 964-9336 CumberlandTrailGC.com

The Midland Theatre 36 North Park Place Newark, Ohio 43055 (740) 345-5483 MidlandTheatre.org The Midland Theatre is a beautifully restored performance venue in the heart of Newark and serves as a hub for arts, culture and entertainment. Regal Cinemas Indian Mound 11 771 South 30th Street Heath, Ohio 43056 (844) 462-7342 Sunbear Studios & Gallery 3 West Main Street Alexandria, Ohio 43001 (740) 924-2656 SunbearStudio.com Weathervane Playhouse 100 Price Road Newark, Ohio 43055 (740) 366-4616 WeathervanePlayhouse.org

Denison Golf Club at Granville 555 Newark Road Granville, Ohio 43023 (740) 587-4653 DenisonGolfClub.com Forest Hills Golf Course 811 Forest Hills Road Heath, Ohio 43056 (740) 323-4653 Granville Golfland 1221 River Road SE Granville, Ohio 43023 (740) 587-4147 GranvilleGolfland.com Harbor Hills Country Club 225 Freeman Memorial Drive Hebron, Ohio 43025 (740) 928-3596 HarborHillsCountryClub.com Hillcrest Golf Course 8866 Sportsman Club Road Johnstown, Ohio 43031 (740) 967-7921 HillcrestGolfOhio.com

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Indian Hills Golf Course 4663 Columbus Road Granville, Ohio 43023 (740) 587-0706 Kyber Run Golf Course 5261 Mink Street Johnstown, Ohio 43031 (740) 967-1404 KyberRunGolf.com The Links at Echo Springs 5940 Loudon Street Johnstown, Ohio 43031 (740) 587-1890 LinksAtEchoSprings.com Raccoon International 3275 General Griffin Road Granville, Ohio 43023 (740) 587-0921 RaccoonInternational.com St. Albans Golf Course 3833 Northridge Road Alexandria, Ohio 43001 (740) 924-8885 StAlbansGolfClub.com The Trout Club Public Resort 2250 Horns Hill Road Newark, Ohio 43055 (740) 366-2770 TheTroutClub.com Village View Golf Course 210 South Main Street Croton, Ohio 43013 (740) 893-4653 The Virtues Golf Club 1 Long Drive Nashport, Ohio 43830 (740) 763-1100 TheVirtues.com Willow Run Golf Course State Route 310 & 161 Pataskala, Ohio 43062 (740) 927-1932 GolfWillowRun.com

History The Alexandria Museum 23 West Main Street Alexandria, Ohio 43001 (740) 924-2453 Davis-Shai House 301 Central Parkway Heath, Ohio 43056 (740) 788-8942 DavisShaiHouse.com

Flint Ridge 15300 Flint Ridge Road Glenford, Ohio 43739 (740) 763-4127 FlintRidgeOhio.org The Granville Historical Society Museum 115 East Broadway Granville, Ohio 43023 (740) 587-3951 GranvilleHistory.org Greater Buckeye Lake Historical Society 4729 Walnut Road Buckeye Lake, Ohio 43008 (740) 929-1998 BuckeyeLakeHistory.org Hebron Historical Society Main Street Hebron, Ohio 43025 (740) 929-1545 Historic Outville Depot 6750 Outville Rd. Harrison Township Complex The Hufford House 45 North Main Street Utica, Ohio 43080 (740) 892-3789 Licking County Historical Society 6 North Sixth Street Newark, Ohio 43055 (740) 345-4898 LCHSOhio.org Sterling Theater 430 South Main Street, 2nd Floor Pataskala, Ohio 43062 SterlingTheater.com

W y t a i ter Park C h t a e HPlenty of Wet and Wild Fun! where there’s

Johnstown Town Hall and Opera House Johnstown, Ohio 43031 Jurassic Journey 4600 Ridgley Tract Road SE Newark, Ohio 43056 (740) 522-3464 JurassicJourneyExhibits.com Licking County Genealogical Society 101 West Main Street, 2nd Floor Newark, Ohio 43055 (740) 349-5510 Licking County Library 101 West Main Street Newark, Ohio 43055 (740) 349-5500 LickingCountyLibrary.info

2015 IMPACT Award Winner

Heath’s State-of-the-Art Water Park where

Fun in the Sun

• Enjoy one of the 5 Pools, including an Olympic Size Pool • Fly down the 30-foot Rainbow & Speed Slides • Float down the Lazy River • Get refreshed under the 600-gallon Water Bucket • Take a dive or enjoy the thrill of the drop slides • Splash and have fun in the Activity Pool • Play a game of basketball while the kids enjoy the playground • Enjoy some refreshments while you unwind and relax under funbrellas

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awaits you! Ample Parking, Affordable Rates Open Daily: June & August noon-6:45 PM July noon-7:45 PM 1287 Hebron Road Heath, OH 43056 740.522.4049 www.heathohio.gov

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Mead-Needham Museum 300 South Main Street Pataskala, Ohio 43062 (740) 927-8199

NHRA Drag Racing April – November Special Events! SPRING IMPORT FACEOFF APRIL 24 KING OF COLUMBUS MAY 7 CHRYSLER POWER CLASSIC MAY 20-22 NATIONAL MUSTANG RACERS ASSO. JUNE 10-12 GOODGUYS FRIDAY NIGHT DRAGS JULY 8 NIGHT OF THUNDER:JET CARS, WHEELSTANDERS, SNOWMOBILES AND MORE! JULY 9 NHRA LUCAS OIL SERIES BUCKEYE FUEL WAR JULY 22-24 SUPER CHEVY SHOW JULY 29-31 MOPAR NATIONALS – THE WORLD’S LARGEST EVENT OF ITS KIND!! AUGUST 12-14 FALL IMPORT FACEOFF SEPT 4TH HOT ROD MAGAZINE “DRAG WEEK” SEPT 18, 19, 23 OHIO HIGH SCHOOL CROSS COUNTRY CHAMPIONSHIP NOV. 5

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Wednesday & Weekend ER Racing Come Out To Watch Or Race Your Own Car! THROW A HIGH-PERFORMANCE PARTY! LUXURY SUITE RENTALS AVAILABLE FOR ANY EVENT! Parties – Receptions Business Meetings, 10-150 Guests

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National Heisey Glass Museum 169 West Church Street Newark, Ohio 43055 (740) 345-2932 HeiseyMuseum.org Newark Earthworks 455 Hebron Road Heath, Ohio 43056 (740) 345-8224 OhioHistory.org Robbins Hunter Museum 221 East Broadway Granville, Ohio 43023 (740) 587-0430 RobbinsHunter.org Tour Greek Revival Masterpiece 1-4 p.m., Wednesday-Saturday, April 1-Dec. 20. Home of Victoria Woodhull clock tower, Octagon Room and Jill Griesse Historic Gardens. FREE. The Sherwood – Davidson House 5 North Sixth Street Newark, Ohio 43055 (740) 345-4898 LCHSOhio.org Veteran’s Walk of Honor 5 North Sixth Street Newark, Ohio 43055 (740) 345-4898 LCHSOhio.org The Webb House Museum 303 Granville Street Newark, Ohio 43055 (740) 345-8540 LCHSOhio.org West Licking Historical Society P.O. Box 1025 Pataskala, OH 43062 (740) 927-7613 WLHS2000.org The Works 55 South First Street Newark, Ohio 43055 (740) 349-9277 AtTheWorks.org

2650 National Rd SW (Rt. 40) Just West of Hebron 20 minutes East of Columbus 740-928-5706 www.nationaltrailraceway.com 36

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Shop Alexandria Antiques 3 West Main Street Alexandria, Ohio 43001 (740) 924-2012 AlexandriaAntiquesOhio.com explorelc.org

Bike Doctor 381 South 30th, Street Heath, Ohio 43056 (740) 522-3444 BikeDoctorOhio.com Buckeye Winery 25 North Third Street Newark, Ohio 43055 (740) 788-9463 BuckeyeWinery.com Downtown Cycles 7 North Third Street Newark, Ohio 43055 (740) 281-0231 Everest Gear 117 North Prospect Street Granville, Ohio 43023 (740) 587-1490 EverestGear.com Fackler Country Gardens 2326 Newark Granville Road Granville, Ohio 43023 (740) 522-3128 FacklerCo.com Finders Keepers Village 789 Hebron Road Heath, Ohio 43056 (740) 522-3233 (800) 843-9301 FindersKeepersCrafts.com Foot Loose Vintage 121 South Prospect Street Granville, Ohio 43023 (740) 321-1198 The Going Green Store 909 River Road Granville, Ohio 43023 (740) 963-9644 TheGoingGreenStore.com Goumas Confections 273 Deo Drive Newark, Ohio 43055 (740) 364-0365 226 East Broadway Granville, Ohio 43023 (740) 587-4905 GoumasConfections.com Granville Milling Co. 400 South Main Street Granville, Ohio 43023 (740) 587-0221 GranvilleMilling.net

Green Velvet 130 East Broadway Granville, Ohio 43023 (740) 587-0515 MyGreenVelvet.com Hope Timber 110 Decrow Avenue Newark, Ohio 43055 (740) 344-1788 HopeTimber.com Ila’s Gourmet Popcorn 226 East Broadway Granville, Ohio 43023 (740) 767-2676 IlasGourmetPopcorn.com Indian Mound Mall 771 South 30th Street Heath, Ohio 43056 (740) 522-6620 IndianMoundMall.com The James Store 221 East Broadway Granville, Ohio 43023 (740) 936-7467 TheJamesStore.com Kussmaul Gallery Ltd. 140 East Broadway Granville, Ohio 43023 (740) 587-4640 KussmaulGallery.com Licking County Arts Gallery Shop 50 South Second Street Newark, Ohio 43055 (740) 349-8031 LickingCountyArts.org Longaberger Homestead 5563 Raiders Road Frazeysburg, Ohio 43822 (740) 322-5588 Longaberger.com Matilda Charlotte Antiques Etc. 14 North Park Place Newark, Ohio 43055 (740) 349-7448 The Old Crow 1450 North 21st Street Newark, Ohio 43055 (740) 366-2818 TheOldCrowInc.com

The Original Goumas Candyland 19 Claren Drive Heath, Ohio 43056 (740) 522-6294 18 North Park Place Newark, Ohio 43055 (740) 345-7440 113 North Prospect Granville, Ohio 43023 (740) 587-4726 Readers Garden 143 East Broadway Granville, Ohio 43023 (740) 587-7744 Timbuk Farms 2030 Timbuk Road Granville, Ohio 43023 (740) 366-4031 TimbukFarms.com Tre Bri 1480 North 21st Street Newark, Ohio 43055 (740) 587-0515 TreBri.com Wee Antique 1630 Columbus Road Granville, Ohio 43023 (740) 321-1123 Wilson’s Garden Center 10923 Lambs Lane NE Newark, Ohio 43055 (740) 763-2873 (877) 389-6295 GardenCenterOhio.com

Davis-Shai House “A CulturAl Arts & EvEnt CEntEr”

The area’s largest and most beautiful greenhouses and garden center. Open year round. Stroll fabulous display gardens from June-October. Visit website for current activities.

Sports & Recreation

Weddings, Corporate Meetings, Private Parties, Bus Tours, Musical Performances, Holiday Dinners, Community Events and More!

Big League Baseball and Putterz 971 Mount Vernon Road Newark, Ohio 43055 (740) 366-4487 BigLeagueAthletics.com

See our website for current events and programs!

Boat Boys 5171 North Bank Road Buckeye Lake, Ohio 43008 (740) 928-3691 BoatBoys.com

Davis-Shai House

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CoCo Key Water Resort at Cherry Valley Lodge 2299 Cherry Valley Road Newark, Ohio 43055 (740) 788-1200 (800) 788-8008 CherryValleyLodge.com/ Coco-Key-Water-Resort-en.html

“Open for Business Today. Looking Forward to Tomorrow.”

Heath City Water Park 1287 Hebron Road Heath, Ohio 43056 (740) 522-4049 HeathOhio.gov/Government/ Services/Parks/WaterPark/index.asp Heath Parks and Recreation 1287 Hebron Road Heath, Ohio 43056 (740) 522-1420 HeathOhio.gov/Government/ Services/Parks/index.asp Hollander Pool 1175 Hollander Street Newark, Ohio 43055 (740) 670-0977 NewarkOhio.net

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ages 3-18 Spring Sign-Up in January Fall Sign-Up in July

Lake Hudson Old River Road Granville, Ohio 43023 (740) 581-0907 LakeHudsonInc.com

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Redskin Bowling Lanes & Pizza Pub 100 North Washington Street Utica, Ohio 43080 (740) 892-2000 BowlRedskinLanes.com Roll-a-Way Skating Center 600 West Church Street Newark, Ohio 43055 (740) 349-4733

Parks & Green Space

Licking County YMCA 470 West Church Street Newark, Ohio 43055 (740) 345-9622 LCFYMCA.org

Buckeye Lake Cranberry Bog 4729 Walnut Road Buckeye Lake, Ohio 43008 (740) 929-1998 BuckeyeLakeHistory.org

During the winter months, you can skate seven days a week. Offering learn to skate classes, hockey leagues, parties and group outings. National Trail Raceway 2650 National Road SW Hebron, Ohio 43025 (740) 928-5706 NationalTrailRaceway.com

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Pataskala Community Pool 500 Township Road Pataskala, Ohio 43062 (740) 919-5096 PataskalaRecreation.org

Licking County Settlers 429 Ohio Street Newark, Ohio 43055

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Park Lanes Bowling Center 701 Hopewell Drive Heath, Ohio 43056 (740) 522-2101 ParkBowl.net

Blackhand Gorge State Nature Preserve 2200 Gratiot Road SE Newark, Ohio 43055 NaturePreserves.ohiodnr.gov/ BlackhandGorge

Lou & Gib Reese Ice Arena 936 Sharon Valley Road Newark, Ohio 43055 (740) 349-6784 NewarkIceArena.com

Newark Area Soccer Association 600 Baker Boulevard Newark, Ohio 43055 (740) 366-7033 NewarkAreaSoccer.org

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The Dawes Arboretum 7770 Jacksontown Road Newark, Ohio 43056 (740) 323-2355 (800) 443-2937 DawesArb.org Diamond Hill Farm, Ltd. 10468 Martinsburg Rd. Utica, Ohio 43080 (740) 404-9200 facebook.com/DiamondHillFarmLtd.com Flint Ridge 15300 Flint Ridge Road Glenford, Ohio 43739 (740) 763-4127 FlintRidgeOhio.org

Hebron Parks West Main Street Hebron, Ohio 43025 HebronVillage.com Infirmary Mound Park 4351 Lancaster Road Granville, Ohio 43023 (740) 587-2535 LickingParkDistrict.com Located on Rt. 37 just south of Granville, Infirmary Mound Park provides 7 miles of multi-use trails, shelters and a dog park.

Reconnect with the outdoors.

John C. Geller Park 580 Cynthia Street Heath, Ohio 43056 (740) 522-6691

Licking County Multi-Use Trails (740) 587-2535 LickingParkDistrict.com Explore over 40 miles of trails through scenic valleys, quaint villages, and towns across Licking County. These paved trails follow former and existing rail lines.

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Kraner Nature Center 10380 Fairview Road Newark, Ohio 43055 (740) 587-2535 LickingParkDistrict.com

7770 Jacksontown Rd. • Newark, OH 43056 www.dawesarb.org • 800.44.DAWES

Lobdell Reserve 3100 Mounts Road Alexandria, Ohio 43001 (740) 587-2535 LickingParkDistrict.com

• Enjoy Hiking Trails, Equestrian Trails, Dog Park, Disc Golf, Festivals and more

210-acre reserve located outside of Alexandria offer 8+ miles of multi-use trails. Tournament-level 18-hole disc golf course overlooking cliffs, Lobdell creek, forests and meadows.

• Shelter Rentals Available

Lynd Fruit Farm 9090 Morse Road Pataskala, Ohio 43062 (740) 927-8559 LyndFruitFarm.com

• Over 40 miles of paved bike paths throughout Licking County

Licking Park District www.lickingparkdistrict.com 740-587-2535

Morris Woods State Nature Preserve 7495 Dutch Lane Johnstown, Ohio 43031 (740) 587-2535 LickingParkDistrict.com 107-acre preserve is primarily a mature beech-mapled forest. A small lake and wetland attract a variety of birds and animals year-round.

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Ohio Canal Greenway 101 Canal Road Hebron, Ohio 43025 (740) 587-2535 LickingParkDistrict.com A 3.8-mile multi-use trail extending from Hebron’s Canal Park to Rt. 79, along the old Penn Central Railroad. See the covered bridge near the fish hatchery. Pigeon Roost Farm 4413 National Road SW Hebron, Ohio 43025 (740) 928-4925 PigeonRoostFarm.com

Willow Tree Spa 164 South 30th Street Newark, Ohio 43055 (740) 344-0466 WillowTreeSpaOh.com

120-acre park on the Licking River in south Newark. Explore trails along the Licking River, enjoy fishing or utilize the Canoe and Kayak Launch.

Places to Eat

Taft Reserve 10250 Flint Ridge Road Newark, Ohio 43055 (740) 587-2535 LickingParkDistrict.com 425 acres provide over 9 miles of multi-use trails through deep forests and meadows open to hiking, biking and equestrian riding.

Banyan Leaf Spa & Salon at Cherry Valley Lodge 2299 Cherry Valley Road Newark, Ohio 43055 (740) 788-1200 (800) 788-8008 CherryValleyLodge.com/about/ Banyan-Leaf-Spa-en.html Bellezza 206 Deo Drive Newark, Ohio 43055 (740) 366-1604 BellezzaSpaOnline.com Chrysalis Hair Design 1285 Cherry Valley Road Newark, Ohio 43055 (740) 522-3111 ChrysalisHair.com Denise’s Salon on South Main 126 South Main Street Granville, Ohio 43023 (740) 929-2222 Facebook.com/DenisesGranville

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Spa on the Avenue 292 Miller Avenue Newark, Ohio 43055 (740) 522-4772 SpaOnTheAvenue.com Unique Beautique Day Salon 222 South Township Road Pataskala, Ohio 43062 (740) 927-3888 UniqueBeautique.com

Riverview Reserve 375 Ohio Street Newark, Ohio 43055 (740) 587-2535 LickingParkDistrict.com

Spa

New Day Spa II 1287 Cherry Valley Road Newark, Ohio 43055 (740) 522-0772 (888) 956-0772 NewDaySpa.com

1 Linden Alley 116 East Broadway Granville, Ohio 43023 (740) 587-1017 Allison’s Pub & Grub 1486 Granville Road Newark, Ohio 43055 (740) 349-7427 Alfie’s Wholesome Food 221 East Broadway Granville, Ohio 43023 (740) 321-1111 Barrel & Boar 5 North Third Street Newark, Ohio 43055 BarrelBoar.com Big Apple Cafe 1627 West Church Street Newark, Ohio 43055 (740) 344-6633 The Bistro at Courtyard 500 Highland Boulevard Newark, Ohio 43055 (740) 344-1800 Marriott.com/hotels/travel/cmhnk-courtyard-newark-granville/

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Brews Cafe and Brews Too 116 East Broadway Granville, Ohio 43023 (740) 587-0249 BrewsCafe.com Broadway Pub 126 East Broadway Street Granville, Ohio 43023 (740) 587-0252 BroadwayPubOh.com Buckeye Eatery 129 East Main Street Hebron, Ohio 43025 (740) 928-0679 Buckeye Lake Winery 13750 Rosewood Road Thornville, Ohio 43076 (740) 246-5665 BuckeyeLakeWinery.com Buxton Inn 313 East Broadway Granville, Ohio 43023 (740) 587-0001 BuxtonInn.com Christy’s Pizza 15 East Church Street Newark, Ohio 43055 (740) 522-5193 ChristysPizzaNewark.com Clay’s Café and Catering 808 West Main Street Hebron, Ohio 43025 (740) 929-2529 ClaysCafe.com Cottage Restaurant 2710 West High Street Newark, Ohio 43055 (740) 763-3636 Crossroads 6811 National Road SE Jacksontown, Ohio 43030 (740) 323-0045 Crossroads1340.com Daisy’s Diner 3 West Church Street Newark, Ohio 43055 (740) 349-5099 Day Y Noche 134 East Broadway Granville, Ohio 43023 (740) 587-0204 DayYNoche.com

Don and Sue’s Pizza 730 West Church Street Newark, Ohio 43055 (740) 522-8457

Johnstown Family Restaurant 65 West Coshocton Street Johnstown, Ohio 43031 (740) 967-0333

Donatos Pizza 11048 Hebron Road Buckeye Lake, Ohio 43008 (740) 928-7174 Donatos.com

Kanji Japanese Steak House 661 South 30th Street Heath, Ohio 43056 (740) 788-8775

Draft House 15 West Main Street Newark, Ohio 43055 (740) 345-9380 Early Birds Breakfast 8290 Mount Vernon Road Saint Louisville, Ohio 43071 (740) 745-2987 Elements Local Bistro 50 North Second Street Newark, Ohio 43055 (740) 322-6455 DoubleTree3.hilton.com Elm’s Pizza Parlor 113 East Elm Street Granville, Ohio 43023 (740) 587-1032 ElmsPizza.com

The Lodge Pub at Cherry Valley Lodge 2299 Cherry Valley Road Newark, Ohio 43055 (740) 788-1200 (800) 788-8008 CherryValleyLodge.com Lucky Bamboo 1485 Granville Road Newark, Ohio 43055 (740) 344-1822 Moe’s Original BBQ 128 East Broadway Granville, Ohio 43023 (740) 920-9002 MoesOriginalBBQ.com

Granville Inn 314 East Broadway Granville, Ohio 43023 (740) 587-3333 (888) 472-6855 GranvilleInn.com

Nick’s Pizza 62 South Main Street Utica, Ohio 43080 (740) 892-4468

Hot Spot Coffeehouse 94 West Coshocton Street Johnstown, Ohio 43031 (740) 967-7768 HotSpotCoffeehouse.com Jacktown Pub 6820 National Road SE Jacksontown, Ohio 43030 (740) 323-4812

A Place Where Friends Gather

La Paloma Restaurant – Heath 1112 Hebron Road Heath, Ohio 43056 (740) 522-1195 LaPalomaRestaurantHeath.com

Golden Wok 22 ½ North Park Place Newark, Ohio 43055 (740) 349-7050 GoldenWokNewark.com

Grill at The Works, Deli and Catering 50 South Second Street Newark, Ohio 43055 (740) 349-0015 TheGrillFamily.com/deli-at-the-works

Elements Local Bistro

La Paloma Restaurant – Newark 19 South Park Place Newark, Ohio 43055 (740) 366-6118

50 N. 2nd Street Newark, Ohio 43055

Reservations Accepted 740.322.6516

Newark, Ohio

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Ohio’s oldest continuously operated inn invites you to come and experience 200 years of history. Beautiful guest rooms and unique dining spaces create the perfect experience.

Nutcracker 50s Family Restaurant 63 East Broad Street Pataskala, Ohio 43062 (740) 964-0056 NutcrackerPataskala.com Serving breakfast, lunch, & dinner plus a 1900 Candy Shop with those candies of your youth. Open Tuesday-Saturday 7 a.m.-8 p.m. Sunday & Monday 7 a.m.2 p.m. oldsweets@aol.com Old Bag of Nails 1671 North 21st Street Newark, Ohio 43055 (740) 364-0353 OldBagOfNails.com

Restaurant and tavern open for lunch, brunch, and dinner. Please call for hours.

313 E Broadway, Granville, OH 43023 740.587.0001 www.buxtoninn.com

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The Old Horseshoe Tavern 65 South Main Street Johnstown, Ohio 43031 (740) 967-3663 TheOldHorseshoe.com

River Road Coffee House – Newark 973 North 21st Street Newark, Ohio 43055 (740) 366-3356 RiverRoadCoffeeHouse.com

Tokyo Japanese Steakhouse 789 Hebron Road Heath, Ohio 43056 (740) 281-0909 TokyoHeath.com

Palumbo’s Italian Market – Granville 937 River Road Granville, Ohio 43023 (740) 587-0409 PalumbosMarket.com

Rooster’s Newark 1414 North 21st Street Newark, Ohio 43055 (740) 366-8722 RoostersWings.com/Newark

The Trout Club 2250 Horns Hill Road NE Newark, Ohio 43055 (740) 366-2770 TheTroutClub.com

Palumbo’s Italian Market – Newark 26 North Park Place Newark, Ohio 43055 (740) 281-0638 PalumbosMarket.com

Route 62 Barbecue 580 West Coshocton Street Johnstown, Ohio 43031 (740) 967-2462 62BBQ.com

Velvet Ice Cream – Home of Ye Olde Mill 11324 Mount Vernon Road Utica, Ohio 43080 (740) 892-3921 VelvetIceCream.com

Papa Boo’s 11356 Avondale Road Thornville, Ohio 43076 (740) 928-2667 PapaBoos.com

Skorpios Gyros 112 East Main Street Newark, Ohio 43055 (740) 322-6292

Visit Ohio’s ice cream capital, Velvet Ice Cream’s Ye Olde Mill, May 1-Oct. 31 for free factory tours, fresh locally made ice cream, restaurant, museum and more!

Park Place Bistro 10 North Park Place Newark, Ohio 43055 (740) 616-8000 ParkPlaceBistro.com Pioneer Restaurant 50 Columbus Road Utica, Ohio 43080 (740) 892-2087 ThePioneerRNL.com Pizza Cottage – Buckeye Lake 4592 Walnut Road Buckeye Lake, Ohio 43008 (740) 928-1144 Pizza-Cottage.com Pizza Cottage – Newark 969 Mount Vernon Road Newark, Ohio 43055 (740) 366-5747 Pizza-Cottage.com Red Oak Pub 250 Goosepond Road Newark, Ohio 43055 (740) 366-5999 RedOakPub.com River Road Coffeehouse – Granville 935 River Road Granville, Ohio 43023 (740) 587-7266 RiverRoadCoffeeHouse.com River Road Coffeehouse on the Square 26 North Park Place Newark, Ohio 43055 (740) 281-0580 RiverRoadCoffeeHouse.com

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Snapshots Lounge 1320 Weaver Granville, Ohio 43023 (740) 321-1391

Village Coffee Co. 132 East Broadway Granville, Ohio 43023 (740) 587-4940

Stone Brothers Pizza 237 North Central Avenue Utica, Ohio 43080 (740) 892-2626 StoneBrosPizza.com

Watts Restaurant 77 South Main Street Utica, Ohio 43080 (740) 892-3017 WattsRestaurant.MySite.com

Sparta 16 West Main Street Newark, Ohio 43055 (740) 345-8869 SpartaOnMain.com

Whit’s Frozen Custard 138 East Broadway Granville, Ohio 43023 (740) 587-3620 WhitsCustard.com

Stacey’s Home-Style Buffet 833 South 30th Street Heath, Ohio 43056 (740) 522-3317

Wild Things Sandwich Cafe 34 South Third Street Newark, Ohio 43055 (740) 915-1812

Sunflower’s Restaurant at Cherry Valley Lodge 2299 Cherry Valley Road Newark, Ohio 43055 (740) 788-1200 (800) 788-8008 CherryValleyLodge.com/dining

Woody’s Pub & Grub 10055 Avondale Road Thornville, Ohio 43076 (740) 527-1398 WoodysBuckeyeLake.com

Sweet “23” 32 South Third Street Newark, Ohio 43055 (740) 345-2323 Sweet23Bakery.me.pn Taco Dan’s 119 ½ South Prospect Street Granville, Ohio 43023 (740) 321-1198

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Yesterday’s Pub 78 Wilson Street Newark, Ohio 43055 (740) 349-8009

Wineries & Breweries Buckeye Lake Brewery 5176 Walnut Road Buckeye Lake, Ohio 43008 (740) 535-6225 BuckeyeLakeBrewery.com

Buckeye Lake Winery 13750 Rosewood Road Thornville, Ohio 43076 (740) 246-5665 BuckeyeLakeWinery.com

OUR HISTORY MAKES US UNIQUE. The experience sets us apart.

Buckeye Winery 25 North Third Street Newark, Ohio 43055 (740) 788-9463 BuckeyeWinery.com Homestead Beer Co. 811 Irvingwick Drive West Heath, Ohio 43056 (740) 358-0360 HomesteadBeerCo.com Mill Street Distillery 10 Mill Street Utica, Ohio 43080 (740) 892-9333 MillStDistillery.com

Visit the historic Granville Inn, a spectacularly renovated English manor perfect for weekend getaways, business meetings, or five-star dining any night of the week. Come experience true luxury and incomparable service in the heart of Granville.

Sand Hollow Winery 12558 Sand Hollow Road Heath, Ohio 43056 (740) 323-3959 SandHollowWine.com Three Oaks Vineyard 1591 Crosley Road Granville, Ohio 43023 (740) 535-6257 ThreeOaksVineyard.com

Places to Stay Hotels

314 E. Broadway, Granville, OH 43023 | 740.587.3333 | Toll Free: 888.472.6855 | granvilleinn.com

We love having you here.®

America’s Best Value Inn 1266 Hebron Road Heath, Ohio 43056 (740) 522-6112 Best Western Plus Lakewood Inn 122 Arrowhead Boulevard Hebron, Ohio 43025 (740) 928-1800 BWLakewoodHebron.com Cherry Valley Lodge 2299 Cherry Valley Road SE Newark, Ohio 43055 (740) 788-1200 (800) 788-8008 CherryValleyLodge.com 2015 IMPACT Award Winner

We’ve made a host of exciting new changes at Hampton to make your stay unforgettable. We promise you’ll be 100% satisfied. Guaranteed. Heath/Newark • 1008 Hebron Rd. • Heath, OH 1-800-Hampton • (740) 788-8991 www.heathnewark.hamptoninn.com explorelc.org

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Enjoy our complimentary

WIFI, Breakfast and Indoor Pool

Courtyard by Marriott 500 Highland Boulevard Newark, Ohio 43055 (740) 344-1800 CourtyardNewarkOhio.com Make travel easy and enjoy the many amenities of the Courtyard. Experience a top rated hotel with a focus on guest satisfaction. Deluxe Inn 10772 Lancaster Road Hebron, Ohio 43025 (740) 467-2311

Book your stay online. Search: Holiday Inn Express Newark/Heath IHG Rewards Accepted Here 773 Hebron Road Heath, OH 43056 740-522-0770

Regardless of the season… We invite you to join us at

Shelter Valley Country Log Cabins!

DoubleTree by Hilton – Newark, Ohio 50 North Second Street Newark, Ohio 43055 (740) 322-6455 NewarkOhio.DoubleTree.com Econolodge 733 Hebron Road Heath, Ohio 43056 (740) 522-1165 Hampton Inn 1008 Hebron Road Heath, Ohio 43056 (740) 788-8991 HeathNewark.HamptonInn.com Holiday Inn Express Hotel and Suites 773 Hebron Road Heath, Ohio 43056 1-888-HOLIDAY HIExpress.com/Newark-HeathOh Red Roof Inn 10668 Lancaster Road SW Hebron, Ohio 43025 (740) 467-7663 RedRoof-Columbus-Hebron.com Regal Inn 4756 Keller Road Hebron, Ohio 43025 (740) 927-8011 RegalInnHebron.com

Call and let us help you plan that special weekend, anniversary, birthday or getaway! We enjoy families so bring the kids – at no extra charge! Ask about our monthly rates, corporate rates and personalized hunting packages. To make your reservation, call or write us today!

Shelter Valley Country Log Cabins 16232 Brushy Fork Road Newark, OH 43056 740.763.2195

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Star Lite Motel 1342 Hebron Road Heath, Ohio 43056 (740) 522-3207 StarLiteHeath.com Super 8 Motel 1177 South Hebron Road Heath, Ohio 43056 (740) 788-9144 Super8.com University Inn 1225 West Church Street Newark, Ohio 43055 (740) 344-2136 explorelc.org

Inns The Broadway Guest House 664 West Broadway Granville, Ohio 43023 (740) 587-0321 TheBroadwayGuestHouse.com The Buxton Inn 313 East Broadway Granville, Ohio 43023 (740) 587-0001 BuxtonInn.com Granville Inn 314 East Broadway Granville, Ohio 43023 (740) 587-3333 (888) 472-6855 GranvilleInn.com The Loft 107 North Prospect Street Granville, Ohio 43023 (740) 587-0321 TheBroadwayGuesthouse.com Studio 555 555 West Broadway Granville, Ohio 43023 (740) 587-0321 TheBroadwayGuesthouse.com The Welsh Hills Inn 2133 Cambria Mill Road Granville, Ohio 43023 (740) 321-1493 WelshHillsInn.com

Bed & Breakfasts Cottage in the Woods at WillowBrooke 4459 Morse Road Alexandria, Ohio 43001 (740) 924-6161 (800) 772-6372 WillowBrooke.com Private two bedroom cottage in the woods with full kitchen, Jacuzzi tub w/shower, fireplace and furnished deck with gas grill. WiFi. Outdoor hot tub use. Elizabeth on Main 52 North Main Street Johnstown, Ohio 43031 (614) 565-6433 ElizabethOnMain.com The George T. Jones House Bed & Breakfast 221 East Elm Street Granville, Ohio 43023 (740) 587-1122 GTJonesBNB.com

Orchard House Bed and Breakfast 4058 Columbus Road Granville, Ohio 43023 (740) 651-1850 OrchardHouseGranville.com The Porch House 241 East Maple Street Granville, Ohio 43023 (740) 587-1995 PorchHouse.com TC Villas at The Trout Club 2250 Horns Hill Road Newark, Ohio 43055 (740) 366-2770 TheTroutClub.com WillowBrooke Bed & Breakfast 4459 Morse Road Alexandria, Ohio 43001 (740) 924-6161 (800) 772-6372 WillowBrooke.com Secluded English Tudor Manor House. Rooms and suites with fireplaces, featherbeds, two-person Jacuzzi tubs, including heart-shaped. Roofed outdoor hot tub. Free WiFi. Full breakfast.

Camping & Cabins Buckeye Lake KOA 4460 Walnut Road SE Buckeye Lake, Ohio 43008 (740) 928-0706 (800) 562-0792 BuckeyeLakeKOA.com The Camping Spot 2340 National Road SE Hebron, Ohio 43025 (740) 928-0335 Hidden Hill Campground 3246 Loper Road NE Newark, Ohio 43055 (740) 763-2750 HiddenHillsCampground.com Lazy River at Granville 2340 Dry Creek Road NE Granville, Ohio 43023 (740) 366-4385 LazyRiverAtGranville.com

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WillowBrooke Bed‘n Breakfast Secluded 1/4 mile into the woods. English Tudor Manor House with separate Guest Cottage.

Cottage In The Woods

• Romantic candlelight • Featherbeds • Fireplaces • Jacuzzi Tubs • Roofed outside hot tub • Total Privacy Open year around. Full breakfast served.

“You will not want to leave, but you will want to come back.” 4459 Morse Rd. Alexandria, Ohio 43001 (7 minutes west of Granville) 800-772-6372 • wilbrk@aol.com • www.willowbrooke.com

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Campsites, Cabins, Ropes Course, Zipline, Laser Tag, Heated Pool, Spray Ground, Mini Golf, Snappie’s Snack Shack, Gem Mine, Dog Park, Critter Catching Creek, Playground Area, 30 Theme Weekends and 11 Theme Weeks.

Lazy River at Granville 2340 Dry Creek Road NE Granville, OH 43023 740.366.4385 LazyRiverAtGranville.com explorelc.org

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Shelter Valley Country Log Cabins 16232 Brushy Fork Road Newark, Ohio 43056 (740) 763-2195 ShelterValleyCabins.com

Clover Valley Golf Club 8644 Johnstown-Alexandria Road Johnstown, Ohio 43031 (740) 966-5533 CloverValleyGolfClub.com

Licking County’s only Log Cabin Retreat! Private cabins include great room w/fireplace, full kitchen & porches include a hot tub. Corporate rates & hunter’s special.

Courtyard by Marriott 500 Highland Boulevard Newark, Ohio 43055 (740) 344-1800 CourtyardNewarkOhio.com

Places to Meet Best Western Plus Lakewood Inn 122 Arrowhead Boulevard Hebron, Ohio 43025 (740) 928-1800 BWLakewoodHebron.com Bryn Du Mansion 537 Jones Road Granville, Ohio 43023 (740) 587-7053 BrynDu.com Buckeye Lake Winery 13750 Rosewood Road Thornville, Ohio 43076 (740) 246-5665 BuckeyeLakeWinery.com Buckeye Winery 25 North Third Street Newark, Ohio 43055 (740) 788-9463 BuckeyeWinery.com

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Buckingham House 5 North Sixth Street Newark, Ohio 43055 (740) 345-4898 LCHSOhio.org The Buxton Inn 313 East Broadway Granville, Ohio 43023 (740) 587-0001 BuxtonInn.com Cherry Valley Lodge 2299 Cherry Valley Road Newark, Ohio 43055 (740) 788-1200 (800) 788-8008 CherryValleyLodge.com

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Crave Catering & Banquets 1486 Granville Road Newark, Ohio 43055 (614) 352-4630 Davis-Shai House 301 Central Parkway Heath, Ohio 43056 (740) 788-8942 DavisShaiHouse.com The Dawes Arboretum 7770 Jacksontown Road SE Newark, Ohio 43056 (740) 323-2355 (800) 443-2937 DawesArb.org DoubleTree by Hilton – Newark, Ohio 50 North Second Street Newark, Ohio 43055 (740) 322-6455 NewarkOhio.DoubleTree.com Granville Inn 314 East Broadway Granville, Ohio 43023 (740) 587-3333 (888) 472-6855 GranvilleInn.com Hampton Inn 1008 Hebron Road Heath, Ohio 43056 (740) 788-8991 HeathNewark.HamptonInn.com Newly renovated with 76 rooms. Extended hot complimentary breakfast, indoor pool/whirlpool, on- and off-site fitness facility. Located near shopping, dining and local attractions. Harbor Hills Country Club 225 Freeman Memorial Drive Hebron, Ohio 43025 (740) 928-3596 HarborHillsCountryClub.com Heritage Hall Banquet Center 1058 East Main Street Newark, Ohio 43055 (740) 641-2499 HHBanquets.com

Irongate Equestrian Center 12298 Croton Road Croton, Ohio 43013 (740) 893-8001 IrongateEquestrianCenter.com

Choose a Spectacular Venue for your next Event

The John Gilbert Reese Center 1209 University Drive Newark, Ohio 43055 (740) 364-9572 COTC.edu/Communities/Pages/ The-John-Gilbert-Reese-Center.aspx Lou & Gib Reese Ice Arena 936 Sharon Valley Road Newark, Ohio 43055 (740) 349-6784 NewarkIceArena.com The Midland Theatre 36 North Park Place Newark, Ohio 43055 (740) 345-5483 MidlandTheatre.org The Skylight Banquet Facility 85 East Main Street Newark, Ohio 43055 (740) 973-9442 SkylightBanquets.com Tall Timbers Banquet & Conference Center 13831 National Road Reynoldsburg, Ohio 43068 (740) 927-7603 TallTimbersOnline.com

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There is something for everyone at Cherry Valley Lodge, located only 35 minutes from downtown Columbus. Families as well as business and leisure travelers will discover charming and relaxing accommodations, casual and fine dining, and CoCo Key Water Resort, our 50,000 square foot indoor water park.

2299 Cherry Valley Road, Newark, OH 43055

800-788-8008 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 740-788-1200

The Trout Club Public Resort 2250 Horns Hill Road Newark, Ohio 43055 (740) 366-2770 TheTroutClub.com Woodhaven Farm 11401 Woodhaven Road Johnstown, Ohio 43031 (740) 967-0076 WoodhavenFarm.com The Works 55 South First Street Newark, Ohio 43055 (740) 349-9277 AtTheWorks.org

Visit Campus!

The Virtues Golf Club 1 Long Drive Nashport, Ohio 43830 (740) 763-1100 TheVirtues.com

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Providing access to high-quality higher education in Licking County since 1957.

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Index of Attractions 1 Linden Alley. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Alexandria Antiques. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Alfie’s Wholesome Food. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Allison’s Pub & Grub. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 America’s Best Value Inn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 ART @ 43023 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Banyan Leaf Spa & Salon at Cherry Valley Lodge . . 40 Barrel & Boar. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Bellezza. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Best Western Plus Lakewood Inn . . . . . . . . . 43, 46 Big Apple Cafe. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Big League Baseball and Putterz. . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Bike Doctor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Blackhand Gorge State Nature Preserve . . . . . . . 38 Boat Boys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Brews Cafe and Brews Too. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Broadview Golf Course. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Broadway Pub . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Bryn Du Mansion. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Buckeye Eatery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Buckeye Lake Brewery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Buckeye Lake Cranberry Bog . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Buckeye Lake KOA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Buckeye Lake Winery . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40, 43, 46 Buckeye Winery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36, 43, 46 Buckingham House . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Burning Tree Golf Course. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Buxton Inn. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Cherry Valley Lodge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43, 46 Christy’s Pizza. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Chrysalis Hair Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Clay’s Café and Catering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Clover Valley Golf Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34, 46 CoCo Key Water Resort at Cherry Valley Lodge . . . 38 Cottage in the Woods at WillowBrooke. . . . . . . . 44 Cottage Restaurant. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Courtyard by Marriott . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44, 46 Crave Catering & Banquets. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Crossroads. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Cumberland Trail Golf Course. . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Daisy’s Diner. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Davis-Shai House . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34, 46 Day Y Noche. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Deluxe Inn. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Denise’s Salon on South Main . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Denison Golf Club at Granville. . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Diamond Hill Farm, Ltd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Don and Sue’s Pizza. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Donatos Pizza . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 DoubleTree by Hilton – Newark, Ohio. . . . . . . 44, 46 Downtown Cycles. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Draft House. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Early Birds Breakfast. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Econolodge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Elements Local Bistro . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Elizabeth on Main . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Elm’s Pizza Parlor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Everest Gear. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Fackler Country Gardens. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Finders Keepers Village. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Flint Ridge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35, 38 Foot Loose Vintage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Forest Hills Golf Course. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Golden Wok. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Goumas Confections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Granville Golfland . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Granville Inn. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41, 44, 46 Granville Milling Co.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Greater Buckeye Lake Historical Society . . . . . . . 35 Green Velvet. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Grill at The Works, Deli and Catering . . . . . . . . . . 41

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Hampton Inn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44, 46 Harbor Hills Country Club. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34, 46 Heath City Water Park. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Heath Parks and Recreation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Hebron Historical Society . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Hebron Parks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Heritage Hall Banquet Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Hidden Hill Campground . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Hillcrest Golf Course . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Historic Outville Depot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Holiday Inn Express Hotel and Suites . . . . . . . . 44 Hollander Pool. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Homestead Beer Co.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Hope Timber. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Hot Spot Coffeehouse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Ila’s Gourmet Popcorn. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Indian Hills Golf Course. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Indian Mound Mall. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Infirmary Mound Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Irongate Equestrian Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Jacktown Pub . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 John C. Geller Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Johnstown Family Restaurant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Johnstown Town Hall and Opera House . . . . . . . 35 Jurassic Journey. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Kanji Japanese Steak House. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Kraner Nature Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Kussmaul Gallery Ltd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Kyber Run Golf Course. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Lake Hudson. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 La Paloma Restaurant - Heath . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 La Paloma Restaurant - Newark . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Lazy River at Granville. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Licking County Arts Gallery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Licking County Arts Gallery Shop . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Licking County Genealogical Society . . . . . . . . . 35 Licking County Historical Society . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Licking County Library. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Licking County Multi-Use Trails. . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Licking County Settlers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Licking County YMCA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Lobdell Reserve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Longaberger Homestead. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Lou & Gib Reese Ice Arena. . . . . . . . . . . . . 38, 47 Lucky Bamboo. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Lynd Fruit Farm. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Matilda Charlotte Antiques Etc.. . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Mead-Needham Museum. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Mill Street Distillery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Moe’s Original BBQ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Morris Woods State Nature Preserve. . . . . . . . . 39 National Heisey Glass Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 National Trail Raceway . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Newark Area Soccer Association . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Newark Earthworks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 New Day Spa II. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Nick’s Pizza. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Nutcracker 50s Family Restaurant. . . . . . . . . . . 41 Ohio Canal Greenway . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Old Bag of Nails . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Orchard House Bed and Breakfast . . . . . . . . . . 45 Palumbo’s Italian Market – Granville. . . . . . . . . . 42 Palumbo’s Italian Market – Newark . . . . . . . . . . 42 Papa Boo’s. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Park Lanes Bowling Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Park Place Bistro. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Pataskala Community Pool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Pigeon Roost Farm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Pioneer Restaurant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Pizza Cottage – Buckeye Lake. . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Pizza Cottage – Newark . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Raccoon International . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Readers Garden. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Red Oak Pub. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Red Roof Inn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Redskin Bowling Lanes & Pizza Pub. . . . . . . . . . 38 Regal Cinemas Indian Mound 11. . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Regal Inn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 River Road Coffeehouse – Granville. . . . . . . . . . 42

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River Road Coffee House – Newark. . . . . . . . . . 42 River Road Coffeehouse on the Square. . . . . . . . 42 Riverview Reserve. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Robbins Hunter Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Roll-a-Way Skating Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Rooster’s Newark . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Route 62 Barbecue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Sand Hollow Winery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Shelter Valley Country Log Cabins. . . . . . . . . . . 45 Skorpios Gyros. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Snapshots Lounge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Spa on the Avenue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Sparta. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Stacey’s Home-Style Buffet. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 St. Albans Golf Course . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Star Lite Motel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Sterling Theater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Stone Brothers Pizza . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Studio 555 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Sunbear Studios & Gallery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Sunflower’s Restaurant at Cherry Valley Lodge. . . . 42 Super 8 Motel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Sweet “23”. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Taco Dan’s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Taft Reserve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Tall Timbers Banquet & Conference Center . . . . . 47 TC Villas at The Trout Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 The Alexandria Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 The Bistro at Courtyard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 The Broadway Guest House . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 The Buxton Inn. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44, 46 The Camping Spot. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 The Dawes Arboretum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38, 46 The George T. Jones House Bed & Breakfast. . . . 44 The Going Green Store. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 The Granville Historical Society Museum. . . . . . . 35 The Hufford House . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 The James Store. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 The John Gilbert Reese Center . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 The Licking County Players. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 The Links at Echo Springs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 The Lodge Pub at Cherry Valley Lodge. . . . . . . . 41 The Loft. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 The Midland Theatre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34, 47 The Old Crow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 The Old Horseshoe Tavern. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 The Original Goumas Candyland . . . . . . . . . . . 37 The Porch House . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 The Sherwood - Davidson House . . . . . . . . . . . 36 The Skylight Banquet Facility. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 The Trout Club. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 The Trout Club Public Resort. . . . . . . . . . . . 34, 47 The Virtues Golf Club. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34, 47 The Webb House Museum. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 The Welsh Hills Inn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 The Works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34, 36, 47 Three Oaks Vineyard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Timbuk Farms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Tokyo Japanese Steakhouse. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Tre Bri. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Unique Beautique Day Salon. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 University Inn. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Velvet Ice Cream – Home of Ye Olde Mill. . . . . . . 42 Veteran’s Walk of Honor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Village Coffee Co.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Village View Golf Course. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Watts Restaurant. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Weathervane Playhouse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Wee Antique. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 West Licking Historical Society. . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Whit’s Frozen Custard. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Wild Things Sandwich Cafe. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 WillowBrooke Bed & Breakfast. . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Willow Run Golf Course. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Willow Tree Spa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Wilson’s Garden Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Woodhaven Farm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Woody’s Pub & Grub . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Yesterday’s Pub. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42