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Living Word Outdoor Drama

National Museum of Cambridge Glass

Experience “the greatest story ever told” of the moving and powerful life and ministry of Christ. This non-denominational outdoor theatre is presented on a spectacular 400-foot panoramic set. Season June 14 – September 28.

Interact with history! Dress as a glassworker, do a rubbing from an original etching plate, feel the quality of the crystal and see 9,000 pieces of colorful, sparkling Cambridge Glass (circa 1902–1958).

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2019 Weekend Getaways! Discover for the first time or the 100th time, the tranquil hills of Southeast Ohio in Guernsey County! Reconnect with friends and family with an overnight stay and visit uniquely Cambridge attractions and shows.

A Day of Enchantment - June 8

National Road Bike Show & Ribfest - June 15

Join us downtown from 3- 7 p.m. for a variety of activities focused on princesses, princes, fairies and pirates. Children ages 3-9 will enjoy bounce houses, a tea party, costumed characters, carriage rides & more. Event is limited to 175 children and is $25 per child.

Downtown roars to life with a variety of bikes, rat rods and more from 11 a.m.- 7 p.m. Live entertainment, beer sales and good food make for a great day on Main Street!

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elcome to Good Times Ohio! Many GateHouse Ohio readers look forward to this annual publication filled with information on having fun across the Buckeye State every summer. Inside you will find a wide range of details on things to do in our northeast Ohio communities and all corners of our great state. There’s even a bucket list of nine things every Ohioan should do to see all the state offers.We hope you find this year’s edition helpful as you plan your summer fun.

TABLE of Contents Things To Do IN OHIO Akron/Canton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 04-10 Portage County . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-14 Alliance & Points East . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16-17 Amish Country . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18-19 Wayne County . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20-23 Ashland County . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26-27 Tuscarawas County . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28-29 Guernsey County . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30-31

Attractions IN OHIO Mohican Directory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32-33 Ohio Bucket List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Ohio's Can't Miss Festivals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Northeast Ohio Attractions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36-38 Northwest Ohio Attractions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41-43 Central Ohio Attractions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44-46 Southwest Ohio Attractions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48-52 Southeast Ohio Attractions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54-57 Classified-Event Directory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58-64

Copyright 2019 Good Times in Ohio is an annual publication produced and distributed by several GateHouse Media newspapers across Ohio, including the Akron Beacon Journal, the Alliance Review, the Ashland Times-Gazette, the Daily Jeffersonian in Cambridge, the Times-Reporter, the Record-Courier in Kent, the Aurora Advocate, the Hudson Hub-Times, and the Daily Record. 2019

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Cover Photos, clockwise from the top left: Berea’s National Rib Cook-Off (photo courtesy: Rich Craft; Rock and Roll Hall Of Fame in Cleveland; Hiking in Mohican; Ashland Balloon Fest; Market Hog Judging at Wayne County Fair; NASA Exhibit at Cleveland’s Great Lakes Science Center; Deerassic Classic Giveaway and Outdoor Expo in Guernsey County.

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AKRON/CANTON Summit & Stark Counties All-American Soap Box Derby

THINGS TO DO in AKRON:

THE ‘RUBBER’ CITY Blossom Music Center

Blossom Music Center

Location: 1145 W. Steels Corners Road, Cuyahoga Falls Description: The outdoor concert venue plays host to major popular music acts and the world-famous Cleveland Orchestra all summer long. For classical concerts, kids under 18 get free lawn admission, and audience members can bring picnics; it’s fun to gawk at your neighbors’ gourmet meals. Website: clevelandorchestra.com (classical); livenation.com (popular)

Akron Arts Weekend

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All-American Soap Box Derby

Location: Derby Downs, 789 Derby Downs Drive, Akron When: July 14-20 Description: Kids from around the world come to Akron for the championships of “gravity-powered” racing. They’re greeted with a parade where they toss candy and trinkets from their hometowns to the crowd, and the week culminates with races in various divisions and the crowning of champions. Website: https://www.soapboxderby.org/

PorchRokr

Location: Akron’s Highland Square neighborhood When: August 17 Description: Homeowners offer up their porches as stages for more than 100 musicians and groups perPorchRokr forming throughout the day in every imaginable genre. Local artists will set up, and there’ll be food and beer. This year the epicenter moves to the northeast quadrant of the Highland Square neighborhood.

Location: Hardesty Park, 1615 W. Market St., Akron When: July 25-28 Description: The wildly popular Taste of Akron kicks Akron Arts Expo off the weekend, offering samples from local restaurants and food trucks from 6 to 10 p.m. July 25. The fundraising Beer and Wine Tasting is 6 to 8 p.m. July 26. The Arts Expo runs July 27-28, which will bring in more than 150 artists and crafters, along with music, food and children’s activities. Website: http://www.highlandsquareakron.org/porchrokr.aspx Website: http://www.akronartsexpo.org/ 4

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Akron RubberDucks

Location: Canal Park, 300 S. Main St., Akron Description: In addition to giving fans affordable professional baseball -- a mix of veterans and young stars working their way toward Cleveland and the majors -- the RubberDucks, as you might guess from their name, Akron Rubberducks embrace the fun side of the minor leagues, with “extreme” menu items, giveaways, fireworks and theme nights. Website: akronrubberducks.com

Heinz Poll Summer Dance Festival

Location: Firestone Park, Glendale Cemetery, Hardesty Park, Goodyear Metro Park When: August 17 Description: Poll, the late founder of the Ohio Ballet, began the tradition of free outdoor Heinz Poll Summer Dance Fretival performances in Akron parks in 1974. The city of Akron now sponsors the festival, which brings in different dance companies for four weekends to city parks. The shows are on Fridays and Saturdays; the Akron Symphony takes over the stage on Sundays for a free pops concert. Website: http://akrondancefestival.org/

Lock 3 Park

Akron Pride Festival

Location: 200 S. Main St., Location: Hardesty Park Akron When: 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Aug. Description: The park and 24. its band shell host many of Description: The day begins downtown Akron’s signature with a march stepping off at summer events, including 10 a.m. in Highland Square, Rock the Lock (Friday nights), continuing down West Market Akron Pride Fretival Street to Hardesty Park, where Rib, White and Blue (Fourth of Lock 3 Park July weekend) and ethnic celthe daylong festival features ebrations including Italian, Irish and African fests. Many events music, drag performances, food and drink, vendors and booths spill over into adjacent streets and Lock 4 next door. from local organizations and businesses. Website: lock3live.com Website: https://www.akronpridefestival.org/

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Festival (July 13-14) and the Civil War reenactment Aug. 10-11 Website: halefarm.org

Twins Days

Location: Glenn Chamberlin Park and community center When: Aug. 2-4 Description: Twins, triplets and other multiples converge on Twinsburg (of course) for a weekend of events including the “Double Take Parade,” contests, a talent show, golf, a 5K and a wiener roast. It’s open to the public; you don’t need to be a twin to attend. Website: twinsdays.org

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Location: Downtown Akron When: July 28 PGA Bridgestone Senior Players Champion- Description: The third annual run/walk is expected to draw hunship dreds of “spuds” to benefit Miller South School for the Arts. Even Location: Firestone Country Club for non-runners, the race is a hoot to watch, as people dress up When: July 8-14 in Devo-inspired costumes, energy domes and masks. Even dogs Description: The PGA ended 65 years of tournaments in Akron have participated, including a Whippet (of course). last year, taking its World Golf Championship-Bridgestone Invita- Website: https://www.runtoyouracing.com/5kdevo5K Devo tional to Memphis, Tenn. The Bridgestone Senior Players Championship replaces it, bringing in stars age 50 and over, and it promises to be a bit more fan- and wallet-friendly. Website: ttps://www.pgatour.com/champions/tournaments/ bridgestone-senior-players-championship/tickets.html PGA Bridgestone Senior Players Championship

Hale Farm & Village

Location: 2686 Oak Hill Road, Bath Description: Visitors are immersed in the Western Reserve of the 1800s with 32 historic structures, farm animals, heritage gardens, farming and early American craft and trade demonstrations. The art, food, wine, beer and entertainment are all homegrown at the Made in Ohio Festival, which runs Aug. 30-Sept. 1. Other summer highlights at Hale Farm are the Music in the Valley Folk & Wine 6

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Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad

Location: 1145 W. Steels Corners Road, Cuyahoga Falls Description: The train takes visitors on a gorgeous journey through the Cuyahoga Valley National Park. There are dining, beer, wine and other themed excursions in addition to daily out-

ings, and you can even bring your bike aboard, take a ride and then bike back to where you started. Website: www.cvsr.org

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This 1871 Victorian mansion contains 28 rooms ﬁlled with an eclectic array of furnishings, textiles, and decorative arts collected by the Hower Family during their world travels. The Hower House was built by Akron industrialist, John Henry Hower, and designed by noted local architect, Jacob Snyder. Built with a unique ﬂoorplan made popular in churches nationwide, this “Akron Plan” interior is sure to delight visitors. The Hower family lived in the home for generations; it is owned by The University of Akron.

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The Hower House Museum is open 11 months per year for public and private tours; group tours by appointment. The Museum offers a variety of changing exhibits, programs, special events, and extensive holiday season mid-November through December. Regular public tours: Wednesday – Saturday, noon – 3 p.m. (The holiday season includes Sunday hours mid-November – December.) KO-10678049

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Location: German Family Society, Brimfield When: June 22-23 Description: German food is the draw here, with dishes such as sausage, schnitzel, stuffed cabbage and pastries. Beer is also offered (of course), along with dancing and children’s activities. Website: germanfamilysociety.com

Museum & Gift Shop Hours: Tuesday - Saturday 9:00 am - 4:30 pm Sunday 11:30 am - 4:00 pm

Boston Mills Artfest

Location: Boston Mills Ski Resort, 7100 Riverview Road, Peninsula When: June 29-July 1 and July 5-8 Description: About 300 artists are featured in this festival -- each weekend has a different lineup -- in mediums ranging from painting and photography to fiber arts, glass and metal. There’s also local beer, food, wine and live music. Website: bmbw.com/artfest/

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THINGS TO DO in CANTON:

First Fridays

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First Fridays

Location: Various venues in downtown Canton When: The first Friday of the month, year-round Description: Monthly parties in the Canton Arts District feature music, performance and visual arts events tied to that month’s theme. A few surprises for adults and children keep it interesting. Most venues and events are free. Website: DowntownCanton.com/canton-first-friday/

COUNTRY FEST

Country Fest

Location: Clay’s Park,13190 Patterson St. NW, North Lawrence When: June 20-22 Description: Three-day music festival with 12 country acts scheduled. Individual day and weekend passes available. Website: TheCountryFest.com/

Warrior Dash Stark County Canton Blues fest

Warrior Dash Stark County

Location: Clay’s Park,13190 Patterson St. NW, North LawCanton Blues Fest rence Location: Downtown Canton When: July 20 When: Noon to 10:30 p.m. June 7 and June 8 Description: Rugged terrain, muddy trails, obstacles on land and Description: Food, beverages and lots of music, with 18 blues water — you know what the Warrior Dash is all about! Particiacts scheduled on two stages. No admission charge for musical pants can follow it up with a turkey leg, a beer, and a shower. acts. Website: VisitCanton.com/blog/on-your-mark-get-set-goWebsite: CantonChamber.org/canton-blues-fest run-in-stark-county/ 8

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enshrinement of the Class of 2019: Champ Bailey, Pat Bowlen, Gil Brandt, Tony Gonzalez, Ty Law, Kevin Mawae, Ed Reed and Johnny Robinson. Website: ProFootballHOFFestival.com/

Downtown Canton Flea

Location: Canton Cultural Center for the Arts, 1001 Market Ave. N, Canton When: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 18, June 15, July 20, Aug. 17 and Run Now Wine Later Sept. 21 (third Saturdays) Run Now Wine Later Description: More than 75 vendors will offer art, crafts, antiques, Location: Gervasi Vineyard, 1700 55th St. NE, Canton handmade goods, vintage finds, farm fare, food and beverages, When: Oct. 5 Description: Experience the beauty of an autumn morning by collectibles and all kinds of unusual items you wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t find anyrunning through Gervasi Vineyard, passing grapes ready for har- where else. vest, orchards and more during this 4.5-mile trail run/walk.Finish Website: DowntownCantonFlea.com/ at Gervasi to enjoy food and beverages. Website: RunCanton.com/runnowwinelater

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Location: Various sites in Stark County When: July 21-Aug. 5 Description: The annual Pro Football Hall of Fame Enshrinement Festival includes two parades, a hot-air balloon festival, 5K run, the annual NFL Hall of Fame Game, a beer fest, the Concert for Legends (this year, Imagine Dragons) and, of course, the

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Hartville MarketPlace and Flea Market

Location: 1289 Edison St. NW, Hartville When: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday. (Closed Tuesday, Wednesday and Sunday) Description: Features 80+ indoor shops year-round plus more than 800 outdoor vendors in peak season. Website: HartvilleMarketplace.com/

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Yankee Peddler Festival

Location: Downtown Massillon When: June 15 Description: 30th annual event includes vendor food, live entertainment, family fun, fireworks and lots of vehicles â&#x20AC;&#x201D; classics, antiques and custom-built cars, trucks and motorcycles. Website: ESPN990.com/cruise/cruise.html

Location: Clayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Park,13190 Patterson St. NW, North Lawrence When: 10:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sept. 7-8, Sept. 14-15 and Sept 21-22 Description: 47th annual festival will take visitors back 200 years to pioneer America. Master artists and crafters assemble rustic shops, where visitors will find their artistic creations also with food from colonial days cooked over open fires. Music and other entertainment. Website:YankeePeddlerFestival.com/home.html

Olde Canal Days Festival

Location: Downtown Canal Fulton When: July 11-13 Canton Greekfest Description: Food vendors, craft vendors, amusement rides, carLocation: St. Haralambos Greek Orthodox Church, 251 25th nival games, live entertainment, fireworks, canal boat rides, tours St., Canton of historic sites and a vintage baseball game and a Civil War reWhen: June 6-8 enactment are all part of this three-day event now in its 51st Description: Family-oriented festival in its 30th year includes live year. music and dancing, cooking demonstrations, kids play areas and Website: http://discovercanalfultonevents.com/oldecanalgreat food and gifts for purchase. daysevents.htm Website: CantonGreekfest.com/ Canton Greekfest

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Ravenna BalloOn-A-Fair

Location: Downtown Ravenna, and SUNBEAU Valley Farm, 3229 Route 59, Ravenna Phone: 330-296-FAIR When: Sept. 21-22 Description: Enjoy the 41st annual Balloon A-Fair festival as 15 hot air balloons rise overhead. The two-day festival includes a Children‚Äôs Parade, a community breakfast, the Grand Parade, an awards ceremony, craft booths, displays, food concessions and live entertainment. Website: https://www.ravennaballoonafair.com/

Brimfest

Location: 1333 Tallmadge Road, Brimfield When: Sept. 13-15, Patriotic Parade Saturday Sept 14 at 10 a.m. Description: Brimfest 2019 is a family friendly festival featuring amusement rides, games, free entertainment, admission Brimfest and parking, live bands perform daily, police and fire demonstrations, contests, raffles, vendors, 12

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displays and a wide variety of carnival concession food. Saturday morning will kick off with a Patriotic Community Parade on Route 43 and Tallmadge Road at 10 a.m., and the day will end with a fireworks show. There also are several events for military and veterans, including a veterans breakfast Saturday morning, a military memorial service, Feed a Vet discount coupons available for food concessions Saturday and a patriotic Parade designed to honor veterans. All veterans are welcome to participate in the parade. Website: https://brimfieldchamber.com

Streetsboro Family Days

Location: Streetsboro City Park, 8970 Kirby Lane, Streetsboro Phone: 216-905-8031 When: July 25-28 Description: This four-day festival will feature E5C4PE‚ÄîThe Journey Tribute, and Disco Inferno. Streetsboro Family Days features free concerts all weekend long, as well as food, a beer garden, rides, games, a dog show, fireworks and more. Website: http://streetsborofamilydays.org/

Wizardly World of Kent

Location: Downtown Kent Phone: 330-677-8000 When: June 22, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Description: This event will feature costume contests for kids and adults, live music, crafts, activities, photo booths, games, vendors, face painting, Wizardly World of Kent and more. Many downtown businesses will offer activities and special menu items in the spirit of the event. Website: http://www.mainstreetkent.org/events/wizardlyworld-of-kent/

Art on Main in Ravenna

Location: Main St., Ravenna Phone: 330-235-9509 When: June 22, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Description: Features paintings, pottery, woodwork, metal work and jewelry at more than, 45 booths which will line Main Street in Historic Downtown Ravenna. Visitors to downArt on Main in Ravenna town will also have the opportunity to sample local Ohio wines, grab a bite to eat and listen to live music on two stages. Historic downtown Ravenna walking tours are also scheduled. Website: https://www.mainstreetravenna.org/event/art-onmain-2019/

The North East Ohio Dachshund Picnic

Location: Plum Creek Park, 590 Plum St., Kent When: July 13, noon-4 p.m. Description: This annual picnic promotes dachshund rescue. The event will include food, vendors, raffles and a costume contest for the canines. Admission is free, but a $1 donation North East Ohio Dachshund Picnic is requested per dog. Dry dog food to donate to the Portage County dog warden also will be collected. Website: on Facebook, under North East Ohio Dachshund Picnic

Portage County Randolph Fair

Location: 4215 Fairground Road, Atwater Phone: 330-325-7476 When: Aug. 20-25 Description: The first Randolph Fair was in 1858. Today‚Äôs fair is spread over 35 acres, not including parking. Highlights include the livestock sale, a demolition derby, rides, food and

much more. Website: https://randolphfair.com/

Kent Heritage Festival

Location: Downtown Kent, S Water St and W Erie St When: July 6, 9 a.m.-11 p.m. Description: This annual festival features live music and entertainment, a children‚Äôs play area, more than 100 food and craft booths, and local displays. There also are fireworks and Ducks over the Falls. Website: http://www.kentbiz.com/

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Main Street • Downtown Ravenna PHOTOGRAPHY • PAINTING CERAMICS • JEWELRY AND MORE Enjoy delicious food and Crafted by area professional beverages available artists and ready for for purchase, listen to purchase! music sip on wine from area wineries and enjoy a beautiful summer day in downtown Ravenna.

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Kent Art and Wine Festival

Location: Hometown Bank Plaza, 203 N Water St., Kent Phone: 330-677-8000 When: June 1, noon-9 p.m. Description: The festival highlights Ohio wines, and features art, local food and live entertainment. Kent Art and Wine Festival Website: http://www.mainstreetkent.org/events/art-wine-festival/

Taste of Ravenna

Location: Downtown Ravenna Phone: 330-296-3886 When: July 20, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Description: This event was created to broaden the awareness of what Ravenna has to offer, and includes any and all businesses who would like to participate. Taste of Ravenna Taste of Ravenna features cupcakes, crafts, ceramics, health advice, massage, tax questions, salons, music and more.There will be a map of all the participating businesses with the intent of creating a fun family friendly scavenger hunt throughout the city. The event also includes entertainment and activities. Cost is $15 per person, and $40-Four Pack. The admission includes a tasting at each participating business, one entry in the scavenger hunt (with map of participating businesses), plus the entertainment and activities at the courthouse lawn. Website: https://ravennaareachamber.com/event/taste-ofravenna-2/

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Garrettsville Summerfest

St. Joseph Ox Roast Fair

Location: Charlestown Park, 6477 Rock Spring Road Phone: 330-608-7192 When: Aug. 3, 3-7 p.m. Description: An affordable family event, highlighting a car show. Features include concessions, inflatables, and a climbing wall. Website: http://www.ctowntwp.org/page9.html

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Location: Main Street, Garrettsville When: June 28-30 Description: This popular three-day event features three stages of live entertainment, food, contests and a childfriendly ride area. Admission is Hiram Fourth of July free. Hiram Fourth of July Website: http://www.gar- Location: Fireworks are at the Hiram Athletic Field; July 4 acrettsvillesummerfest.com/ tivities throughout Hiram Phone: 330-569-5331 St. Joseph Ox Roast When: July 3, fireworks; July 4, events Fair Description: The first evening of this two day festival highlights Location: Address fireworks, and includes a variety of vendors, balloon art, and live Phone: 330-274-2253 music. July 4 activities include a parade, softball games, classic When: July 19-21 cars, games, music, a pie-eating contest, and an ice cream strawDescription: The highlight of berry social. this event, of course, is the Ox Website: http://hiram4th.com/ Roast beef: up to 3,500 pounds of sirloin roasts are prepared in brick-lined pits. The event also includes carnival rides and games, tractor pulls, booths

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Location: Various When: Aug. 1-11 Description: For nearly six decades, the festival has been held offering the Alliance area community the opportunity to enjoy events such as parades, fire truck pump-in, queen pageant, hot air balloon lift-off, pet show, car show, rib fest and the always popular Days in the Park offering food, games and music at Silver Park. A number of other opportunities to attend events and take tours of Alliance treasures, such as the Glamorgan Castle, are sprinkled throughout the 10-day festival. Website: www.carnationfestival.com

Summer Concert Series

Location: Caboose parking lot When: June 28, July 12, July 19, July 26, Aug. 30 Description: Alliance Mayor Alan Andreani and the Alliance Area Chamber of Commerce announced the 2019

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Summer Concert Series schedule that is held on Fridays at the Caboose stage in the 200 block of East Main Street in downtown Alliance. The series will kick off June 28 with The John Hampu Band, followed by Kool Nights on July 12, Jimmy & the Soul Blazers on July 19, Around the Block Band on July 26 and The Rex Taneri Band on Aug. 30. The free concerts typically draw 300-400 people who set up chairs and enjoy the music and atmosphere.

Sebring Fireman's Festival

Location: Sebring fire station grounds, 235 E. Ohio Ave. When: 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Aug. 24. Description: Sebring Fireman's Festival is held Wednesday through Saturday on the grounds at Sebring's main fire station. Fair-type food along with homemade french fries, sandwiches and desserts are available from the kitchen at the rear of the fire station. Food and Bingo are offered each night beginning at 5 p.m. Amusements and rides run from 6 to 10 p.m. A queen is crowned on Wednesday, chosen by a penny-per-vote system, and rides in the parade that steps off at 6:30 p.m. Friday from the high school on Indiana Avenue. A ride matinee is held the final day from 1 to 5 p.m. Advanced ride tickets are available at Leonard Hardware Co., Sebring Tire and Jenkins Motor Parts.

Location: 11929 Beech St. NE, Alliance Phone:: 330-829-7050 Dates/Hours: Changes based on season Description: Located on a 175-acre site in Washington Township, the 501(c)3 nonBeech Creek Gardens profit offers hiking trails, gardens, the Butterfly House, the Amazing Garden Plant Exploratorium, Nature Playground and plenty of educational opportunities and programs throughout the year. Admission varies based on season and age. A yearly membership is also available which offers free admission and access to hiking trails from dawn to dusk. The organization continues to expand and add new offerings for area residents and has plans to add a pond. Website: www.beechcreekgardens.org

Funtimes Fun Park

Location: 12175 W. State St., Alliance Phone:: 330-823-3933 Dates/Hours: Open April through September Description: Open five days a week during peak season and weekends otherwise, this park offers miniature golf, go karts, Funtimes Fun Park batting cages, the Tilt-A-Whirl ride, a Dance Dome, bumper boats and the Splash inflatable water park (open May 25 through Sept. 2). New in 2019 are three kiddie rides, Lickety Split, Star Shooters and Salt Water Tugs. There are several different pass options at varying costs: one day Fun Pass, water park only Splash Pass or a Season Pass. Batting cages are not included in any pass. Tickets for several attractions are also available on an individual basis. Website: www.caddieshackohio.com

Troll Hole

Location: 228 E. Main St., Alliance Phone:: 330-596-1157 Dates/Hours: Friday through Sunday, 10 a.m. To 4 p.m. Description: Journey through two floors of the legends, myths and magic surroundTroll Hole ing the history of trolls. This unique museum holds the Guinness Book of World Records for the largest troll doll collection. It includes more than 20,000 troll items, floor to ceiling troll dolls, Troll Bridge and Troll Sculpture Garden with a 10-foot “Troll Mountain,” Dreamworks Troll themed room, a gift shop and Grumpy Troll Cafe. Prices vary from $10 general admission to free for active military members and families. Website: www.thetrollhole.com

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Free Food, Music and Fun! $5 registration for drivers All proceeds go to local food pantry MYTHS VS FACTS Myth: We require an entrance fee. Fact: There are no upfront entrance fees at Copeland Oaks Myth: You have to sign over all of your assets. Fact: Residents maintain full management of assets. Myth: You’re not old enough yet. Fact: We are a community of adults 55 and older. We encourage you to come while you can still enjoy all we have to offer!

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AMISH Visit Ohio's Amish Country Ohio’s Amish Country

THINGS TO DO IN AMISH COUNTRY Harvest Ridge Expo & Event Center

Amish Country Theater

Location: 4365 State Route 39, Berlin, Ohio 44610 Description: Award-winning live theater in Ohio’s Amish Country, Amish Country Theater is designed to be fun for the whole family. Nationally acclaimed ventriloquist Ken Groves, whose comedy has taken him all around the world, including 14 national television appearances, along with comedian Lynyrd, a spotlight stealin’ country bumpkin, who’s as unpredictable as an Ohio spring, combined with the famous Amish comedy trio “The Beachy’s” and Fannie Mae, whose parody songs and jokes about farm living will keep you laughing the whole way home. Website: amishcountrytheater.com

Ohio Star Theater

Location: 1367 Old Route 39 Sugarcreek, Ohio 44681 Phone: 855-344-7547 Hours: Monday-Saturday 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Description: This new, stateof-the-art theater is an experience you do not want to miss. Staying true to the culture,

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Amish Country Theater

Ohio Star Theater presents only the best in wholesome, familyfriendly entertainment. From broadway-style hit musicals to your favorite artists in concert, this is the place to let your heart sing and your spirit soar. From singers Jason Crabb, The McKameys, Jeff and Sheri Easter, Nikole Nordeman and Ricky Skaggs to gripping shows like Stolen and A Simple Sanctuary, the entertainment is top quality, meaningful and a great way for the family to spend the day together. Website: ost@ohiostartheater.com

Harvest Ridge Expo & Event Center Building

Location: 8880 State Route 39, Millersburg, Ohio 44654 Phone: 330-674-4725 Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Description: Corporate events, weddings, trade shows, holiday parties; there is rental space for virtually any occasion, big or small, at Harvest Ridge Expo & Event Center. Can accommodate all events from weddings to corporate trade shows and even simple community events, like the first Women’s Expo, held April 12-13. Harvest Ridge is truly designed to hold any type of events with several large buildings and the open and level grounds. This is the great spot to hold your next corporate event, or trade show. With capabilities for 360 10X10 booths under roof and

countless more in the midway, they can house from the smallest events like a board meeting with just a handful of people to large shows with hundreds of people. Website: www.harvestridgeohio.com

more artisans and craftsmen than ever before. Open to wholesale buyers, this event is a showcase for American-made, heirloom-quality furniture. Website: ohiohardwoodfurnituremarket.com

Mount Hope Event Center

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Location: 8076 State Route Location: Downtown Mill241, Mount Hope (Millersersburg burg, Ohio 44654 for GPS) Phone: 330-674-2412 Phone: 330-473-7046 When:: June 29, starting at Description: The Mount 3 p.m. with fireworks beginHope Event Center is a ning around 9:45 p.m 61,125-square-foot building Description: Bounce houses, that can host an event, show, games, contests and more wedding or auction. There await you during this carnival Mount Hope Event Center also is a horse arena buildevent. Live entertainment and ing on the same campus as the event center and sale barn. The food vendors will be right in Thunder Over Holmes County horse arena building is 27,000 square feet and is connected to the village square to provide the event center via a tunnel to keep people out of the weather fun for all ages. Join in on the Fourth of July festivities for a fanwhen moving from building to building. The kitchen is loaded tastic fireworks show once the sun goes down. with cooler and freezer, 10-top range, 4-foot griddle, convection Website: historicdowntownmillersburg.com oven and a 12-foot stainless steel table, with two serving winAmish Country Flea dows and plenty of space to seat diners. Market Website: www.mthopeshows.com Location: 4550 State Route Christmas Cookie 39, Millersburg Tour of Inns Phone:: 330-893-0900 Location: Holmes County When: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Phone: 330-674-3975 of the Thursday through Saturday, sponsor, Holmes County March 7 through Dec. 14; Chamber of Commerce & open Wednesday through Tourism Bureau, 6 W. JackSaturday during September son St., Millersburg, Ohio and October Amish Country Flea Market 44654 Description: Covering an area When: Saturday and Sun- of 67,000 square feet, this indoor/outdoor flea market has over day, Dec. 14-15, 2019 60 vendors on site. Items range from primitives, clothing, jewelry, Christmas Cookie Tour of Inns Description: Celebrate crafts, quilts and much more. New for 2019 is the Amish Coun“Christmas” at a dozen fabulous stops of Amish Country during try Pickers Antique Mall & Vintage Market. Meals and snacks are the annual Christmas Cookie Tour of Inns. Each year’s theme is available in the cafeteria. different. The tour, hosted by the Amish Country Lodging Coun- Website: www. holmesfleamarket.com cil, will take place on Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 14 and 15, 2019. Victorian House MuHours on Saturday are 1-7 p.m. and Sunday 1-6 p.m. Tickets go seum on sale in the summer and sell out quickly. At each stop on the Location: 484 Wooster Road, two-day self-guided tour satisfy your sweet tooth with delicious Millersburg indulgences. The inns will offer inspirational decor and festive Phone: 330-674-0022 music. Many inns will also feature local businesses. The Cookie When: 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Tuestour has generated more than $200,000 for local charities over day through Sunday from the first 11 years the event has been held. March to October and Nov. Website: www.caddieshackohio.com 16 to Dec. 31 Ohio Hardwood FurDescription: In the heart of niture Market Ohio’s Amish Country, the Location: Harvest Ridge, Victorian House Museum is a 8880 State Route 39, Mill28-house Queen Anne-style ersburg; and Mt. Hope Event home. It hosts the Holmes Center, 8076 State Route County Historical Society and 241, Millersburg:: 330-596houses the society’s collec1157 tion of Victoriana and Holmes Phone: 877-643-8824 County history. The museum Victorian House Museum When: Sept. 11-12 also serves as a showcase of Description: The Ohio Hard- Victorian living. Group/bus tours, as well as self-guided tours, are Ohio Hardwood Furniture Market wood Furniture Market offers available. only the highest quality and designs of furniture. The market is Website: holmeshistory.com excited to announce that 2019 will be its biggest year yet, with

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WAYNE Wayne County Window Wonderland

THINGS TO DO: WAYNE COUNTY

Woosterfest

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Window Wonderland

Location: Downtown Wooster When: Nov. 22 Phone: 330-262-6222 Description: Wooster welcomes the holiday season starting at 7 p.m. on Friday Nov. 22. With decorated downtown storefronts, the lighting of the city’s two Christmas trees and a visit from Santa himself, Window Wonderland provides holiday cheer aplenty. The event, which goes until 9:30 p.m., also includes horse-drawn carriage rides, live reindeer, free hot chocolate and a variety of food and drink specials at downtown stores and restaurants. Website: https://www.mainstreetwooster.org/events/window-wonderland

Woosterfest

Location: Downtown Wooster Phone: 330-262-5735 When: Sept. 27-28 Description: Wooster’s 36th annual Oktoberfest-style celebration starts with the ceremonial keg-tapping at noon on Friday, Sept. 27. The two-day festival features a variety of musical acts and food and drink options, as well as several competitions including a beer stein race, cornhole tournament and talent show. But one of the fest’s newest events — the wiener dog race and costume contest — has taken center stage since its inception two years ago. The dashing dachshunds will return for the third annual race on Saturday morning, with prizes going to the race winners and pooches with the best costumes. Website: https://www.woosterfest.com/

The Kidron Beet Festival

Location: Sonnenberg Village, 13526 Hackett Road, Apple Creek Phone: (330) 263-2345 Description: It’s a celebration of all things beet, with a beet judging competition and a cooking competition centered on the beet. Music beThe Kidron Beet Festival gins at 10 a.m. at the Sonnenberg church and all buildings will be open for tours. Vendors will offer sandwiches, kettle corn and produce and will be open from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. And, of course, there will be beet-flavored ice cream. Registration for beet and beet dish judging will open at 9 a.m. and close at 11 a.m., with the winners announced at noon. Categories for judging include Largest Lutz Beet, Largest Organic Lutz Beet, Most Luscious Lutz Beet, Best Heirloom Beet, Best Appetizer/Side, Best Salad and Best Dessert. Beet samples also are available. Website: www.kidronhistoricalsociety.org

Pine Tree Barn

Location: 4374 Shreve Road (state Route 226), Wooster Phone: (330) 264-1014 Hours: Monday-Saturday 9 a.m.- 5 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. (store) and 11 a.m. 2:30 p.m. (restaurant) Description: Known for the Christmas tree farm that surrounds it, the Pine Tree Barn offers a year ‘round gift shop,

but also gifts for every season, plus Pine Tree Interiors, a full-line home furnishings center with complete interior design services. Inside the historic barn are beautiful and quality lines of furniture, wall art, area rugs, lighting, and much more, with interior design and upholstery services. Pine Tree Barn also is home to the Granary, with its fine luncheon cuisine, including fresh salads, gourmet entrees and house-made desserts. Meals can be enjoyed while taking in the magnificent view of the lakes, Christmas tree farm and lush Killbuck Valley. And when the weather permits, outdoor dining is available on the covered rooftop. Website: www.pinetreebarn.com

Sonnenberg Village

Location: 13497 Hackett Road, Apple Creek When: Call for specific, upto-date information at 330857-9111; regular hours have not yet been established Description: The five-acre Sonnenberg Village campus featuring historic buildings and sustainable living is still being constructed just outside Kidron, but visitors are welcome to park and walk around the village, which, when finished, is expected to incorporate 14 buildings, including a barn, schoolhouse, log cabin, blacksmith shop and print shop. The area was settled by residents of Sonnenberg, Switzerland, fleeing religious persecution, in 1819. An Ohio historical marker commemorates the site where the settlers found a haven for their Anabaptist-Mennonite beliefs. Website: www.kidronhistoricalsociety.org

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Vulture’s Knob

Location: 4300 Mechanicsburg Road, Wooster. Phone: (234) 249-4327 When: 365 days per year, weather permitting Description: Built on 125 acres, including the former site of a city landfill, Vulture’s Knob offers both old-school fall line trails and newer design concepts and features. The trails offer up some of the most challenging single-track and most unique man-made outdoor trail features the region has to offer. More than 120 races have been run at the Knob, including 12-hour and 24-hour events, cyclocross and adventure races, as well the popular annual VKGR MTB Series XC racing events. It is one of the few privately owned, legal mountain bike trails in the country that allows full access for mountain biking, trail running, outdoor use or camping. Website: www.vulturesknob.org

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P. Graham Dunn

Location: 630 Henry St., Dalton, Ohio Phone: 800-828-5260 Hours: Monday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Description: P. Graham Dunn has served as one of the leading manufacturers in inspirational art, gift and home décor for over 40 years. Owner Peter Graham Dunn founded the business in 1976, first running operations out of a revamped chicken coop. When production outgrew the coop, manufacturing moved to a 160,000 square foot facility at the current location in Dalton, Ohio. A two-story lobby with a grand staircase greets customers when they enter and they can visit the 20,000 square foot retail store. Inside the store are windows on each side where customers can peek down into the manufacturing plant. Website: https://www.pgrahamdunn.com/

The Ohio Light Opera

The Ohio Light Opera Orrville Firefighters Independence Day Cel- Location: Freedlander Theater, 329 E. University St., Wooster ebration Phone: (330) 263-2345

Location: Orr Park, 440 N Elm St, Orrville When: July 2-6 Description: On Saturday, July 6 at 10:15 p.m., Orrville firefighters will fill the sky over the city with one of the best known fireworks shows around. In addition, the 16th annual Orrville Fire in the Sky Softball Tournament is held during the festivities. Orr Park provides a beautiful setting that includes five softball diamonds, wooded picnic areas, a swimming pool, as well as, a great carnival. Parking, admission to the fair and admission to all of the games is free. Website: www.orrville.com and www.orrvillefireinthesky. com

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Hours: June 15 through August 10 Description: The Ohio Light Opera opens its 41st summer season at Freedlander Theater on The College of Wooster campus on June 15 with a performance of Rodgers & Hammerstein’s “South Pacific.” The seven-show season continues with productions of “Girl Crazy,” “Into the Woods,’ “The Pirates of Penzance,” “Music in the Air,” “The Devil’s Rider” and “Perchance to Dream.” The revolving format of approximately 60 performances draws nearly 20,000 patrons each summer. With more than 100 titles produced, more than 200 productions, and 500,000 patrons watching, The Ohio Light Opera has become the forerunner in promoting the light opera genre. Website: www.ohiolightopera.org

The J.M. Smucker Company Store and Cafe

Location: 333 Wadsworth Rd., Orrville, OH Phone: 330-684-1500 Hours: Monday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Description: The J.M. Smucker Company Store and Café in Orrville offers customers its trusted brands and quality products in one convenient location. Customers can find Smucker’s signature branded gifts and merchandise including everything from kitchen accessories to apparel and gifts for pets. They can also find their favorite fruit spreads, coffee, peanut butter, ice cream toppings, pancake mix, syrup, and baking products. While shopping, customers can stop for a quick bite or a sweet treat at the café and enjoy their meal in the patio-style dining area set in a warm, friendly environment.. Website: https://www.jmsmucker.com/smuckers-corporate/ smuckers-store-orrville

Lehman’s

Location: 4779 Kidron Rd., Dalton, Ohio Phone: 800-438-5346 Hours: January through May, Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Friday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. June through December, Monday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Description: As the rest of the world rushes to obtain the next high-tech toy, Lehman’s allows its customers to travel back in time and enjoy life’s simplest tools and materials. Jay Lehman founded the business in 1955 to serve the local Amish community, but it has since grown to service the entire Northeast Ohio region and beyond. Lehman’s offers hundreds of practical goods from home and garden, health and wellness, kitchen and food, as well as toys, books, and games. Visit the flagship store in Kidron or order their products online or through their print catalog. Website: https://www.lehmans.com/

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Secrest Arboretum

Location: 2122 Williams Road, Wooster Phone: 330-263-3761 When: Open all year long Description: An 85-acre oasis established in 1909 by Ohio’s first forester, Edmund Secrest, it is known for its beautiful flowers, shrubs and trees; its paved walkways and brick paths, its picnic spots and children’s area; and for plant introduction and training programs. The grand opening of the Secrest Welcome & Education Center this year coincides with its annual spring plant sale, scheduled for May 11, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., with an open house featuring tours, food and family activities from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Website: https://secrest.osu.edu/

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2019 Main Street Wooster Events

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ASHLAND Ashland County Malabar Farm

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Malabar Farm

Location: 4050 Bromfield Road, Lucas When: Year-round Description: This historic landmark in Ohio State Park offers a variety of activities, including tours of writer Louis Bromfield’s “Big House,” hiking around a series of landmarks, wagon tours, camping and a program of special events throughout the year. Special events include the Maple Syrup Festival in March, Mohican Wildlife Weekend in April, barn dances throughout the summer and fall and the RichHistory Weekend in May. Website: http://www.malabarfarm.org

Ashland BalloonFest

Description: For three days, the skies above Ashland will be filled with color as hot air balloons take to the air for the 29th Ashland BalloonFest. The festival begins in the evening on Thursday, June 27 and continues throughout the day on Friday and Saturday. BallonFest includes events like Balloon Glow, stage performances, balloon races, sports tournaments and other competitions with the chance to win cash prizes. With events for children and adults, BalloonFest offers a wide variety of amusement for the whole family. Website: http://ashlandohioballoonfest.com/

The Ohio State Reformatory

Location: 100 Reformatory Road, Mansfield Phone: 419- 522-2644 Location: Freer Field, 1256 Center St., Ashland Phone: 419-281-4584, ext. 101, Ashland Area Convention & When: Daily self-guided tours; INKcarceration July 12-14; Shawshank 25th Anniversary Aug. 16-18 Visitors Bureau Description: Explore the Ohio State Reformatory and learn When: June 27-29 26

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about the 130-year-old prison made famous as the setting of “The Shawshank Redemption.” Daily self-guided tours run from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. through August. Or explore the spookier side of the prison on monthly ghost walks and hunts. In August the reformatory will host a three-day celebration in honor of the 25th anniversary of “The Shawshank Redemption.” Attend a screening of the film, meet cast members and tour parts of the prison featured in the film. Screening tickets and self-guided tour tickets are $25; cast meet-and-greet tickets are $225. Website: https://www.mrps.org/

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Loudonville Car Show and Ashland Dream Cruise

8 a.m. through 4 p.m.; Ashland Dream Cruise and Car Show, Saturday, July 13, noon through 4 p.m. Description: Two of Ashland County’s premier car shows will take place within a week of each other — the first, the 19th annual Loudonville Car Show comes first with classic cars lining the Main Street and side streets. Over 600 cars were featured in 2018’s event. Second, is the Ashland Downtown Dream Cruise and Car Show. The show is an opportunity to see hundreds of cars and money from the show supports the Ashland Police Division’s Shop with a cop program. Over 600 cars were featured in Ashland’s show too, which also featured local music and food along Main Street. Website: https://www.facebook.com/events/ MainStreetAshland/2019-ashland-downtown-dreamcruise-and-car-show/310017003060719/

Mohican State Park

July 16-20, 2019 Guy C. Myers Memorial Band Shell, Ashland, Ohio Opening Acts: 7pm Historical Performance: 8pm

Location: 3116 Ohio 3 Phone:: Park Office — 419-994-5125; Campground: 419-9944290 Description: Hiking at the Mohican State Park is a year-round affair, not just for the summertime. Specialized hikes through the park include a Bigfoot Hike on Saturday, July 13, a fall hike to take in the vibrant leaf change on Sept. 28, Spooky Mohican Hike on Saturday, Oct. 26. The state park and the area in general in the southern part of Ashland County is a destination for hiking, but also for camping, boating and fishing. The state park is surrounded by canoe liveries and there are six picnic areas in the park and opportunities to fish in the Clear Fork river, Wolf Creek and the Pleasant Hill Lake. Website: parks.ohiodnr.gov/mohican

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TUSCARAWAS Tuscarawas County Tuscora Park

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Famous Endings Museum

Tuscora Park

Location: 161 Tuscora Park, New Philadelphia Phone: 330-343-4644 Hours: The park is open year round. Description: Winter, summer, spring or fall, Tuscora Park has something for everyone. Summer activities include a swimming pool, tennis and basketball courts, picnic facilities and rides for the kids. A schedule for the Summer Showcase can be found on the website and there’s often a game to be found. You can walk through the park or on the track at Woody Hayes Quaker Stadium. The summertime First Town Days Festival and the winter’s Christmas in the Park are both entertaining events for the whole family. August brings the always popular Nickel Day, where all the rides are just 5 cents. Website: newphilaoh.com/tuscora_park/

Famous Endings Museum

Location: 803 N. Wooster Ave., Dover Phone: 330-343-6132 Hours: Monday-Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Description: The museum, connected with the Toland-Herzig Funeral Home and Crematory, has a collection of artifacts from the funerals of famous people. The collection currently has more than 2,500 artifacts and pieces and is considered the largest 28

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known collection of its kind. Some of the more unique items include folders, photos and related documents from the deaths of presidents: Calvin Coolidge, Abraham Lincoln, John F. Kennedy, Harry S. Truman, James Garfield, Woodrow Wilson, William McKinley, Richard Nixon and Ronald Reagan. Website: www.tolandherzig.com/famous-endings-museum/ famous-endings-museum

Dennison Railroad Depot Museum

Location: 400 Center St., Dennison Phone: 740-922-6776 Hours: Tuesday-Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Saturday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m; and Sunday, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Description: Recognized as a Dennison Railroad Depot Museum National Historic Landmark, the Dennison Railroad Depot is the most significant remaining example in the nation of a railroad canteen still reflecting its World War II heritage. During World War II, 1.3 million service members were served free food by 4,000 working volunteers at the Dennison Depot Salvation Army Servicemen’s Canteen.

These service men and women traveled by troop train along the National Defense Strategic Railway and stopped at the depot as they were going off to fight in the war. Website: dennisondepot.org.

The Warther Museum & Gardens

Location: 331 Karl Ave., Dover Phone: 330-343-7513 Hours: Open every day, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (January and February, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.) Description: Ernest “Mooney” Warther was known as the The Warther Museum & Gardens “World’s Master Carver.” He created 64 scaled and working representations of steam history. His carvings were created between 1905 and 1971, between the ages of 20 and 86. The first museum, presently holding the Button Collection of Mooney’s wife, Frieda,, opened May 10, 1936. Dave Warther, Mooney’s youngest son, would spend his life dedicated to creating the present museum layout, the 12,000 square foot facility, to showcase his father’s works and life. Website: thewarthermuseum.com

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Location: Zoar, Ohio Phone: 800-262-6195 Hours: April and May: Saturday 11-4, Sunday 12-4; June-September: Wednesday through Saturday 11-4, Sunday 12-4; October: Saturday 11-4, Sunday 12-4 Historic Zoar Village Description: Zoar Village was founded in 1817 by a group of more than 200 German Separatists seeking escape from religious persecution in their homeland. These Separatists thrived as a unique society for more than 80 years, making Zoar Village one of the most successful communal settlements in American history. Today, Zoar Village is made up of about 75 families living in homes built from 1817 to the present. Several buildings are open as museums. Website: historiczoarvillage.com

Historic Fort Laurens

Location: 11067 Fort Laurens Road NW, Bolivar Phone: 330-874-2059 Hours: May:Saturday. 114, Sunday, 12-4; JuneAugust.: WednesdaySaturday, 11-4; Sunday, 12-4; September.:FridayHistoric Fort Laurens Saturday,. 11-4, Sunday, 124; October.: Saturday, 11-4, Sunday, 12-4 Description: Fort Laurens was built as a strategic location for staging an attack on the British at Fort Detroit during the American Revolution. From November 1778 to August 1779, there were many twists and turns to the story of Fort Laurens. Twenty-one soldiers perished before the fort was abandoned. Today’s visitors can walk the grounds and see the fort’s original outline. A small museum pays tribute to the “frontier soldier” through video and artifacts excavated onsite. Memorializing all unknown casualties

of the Revolution, Fort Laurens’ Tomb of the Unknown Patriot is the final resting place of one of the fort’s soldiers who are unable to be identified. Website: fortlaurens.org

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Location: 1984 E. High Ave. New Philadelphia Phone: 800-752-2711 Hours: Memorial Day–Labor Day: Tuesday - Saturday 9:30 - 5, Sunday, 12 - 5; September and October: Saturday, 9:30 - 5, Sunday: 12 - 5. Schoenbrunn Village Description: Schoenbrunn Village is the site of several Ohio firsts — settlement, church, schoolhouse and code of laws. The village, restored to appear as it did more than two centuries ago, includes the original cemetery and 16 reconstructed log structures, as well as the church and gardens. A visitor center with museum and introductory video will help orient visitors so that they can experience the village as if they were in the past. Website: ohiohistory.org/visit/museum-and-site-locator/ schoenbrunn-village

Paul Green’s Trumpet in the Land

Location: 1600 Trumpet Drive NE, New Philadelphia Phone: 330-339-1132 Hours: The show is performed in June, July and August. Performances are Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 8:30 Paul Green’s Trumpet in the Land p.m. Description: Written by Pulitzer prize-winning playwright Paul Green, Trumpet in the Land brings to life the Ohio frontier during the Revolutionary War. Performed in the same hills from which this story is born, Trumpet is the story of a peaceful people’s influence on the war and the tragic events that encircled the founding of Ohio’s first settlement, Schoenbrunn. The outdoor drama is celebrating its 50th anniversary season. Website: trumpetintheland.com

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Location: 213 W. Canal St., Newcomerstown Phone: 740-498-7735 Description: Located inside a 1915 building which was formerly Lell Shumaker’s Ford dealership and later the Herco factory, is the Olde Main Olde Main Street Museum Street Museum and Social Center. The replica of an early 1900s village holds 23 storefronts, including a jail,a grocery, a bank, the Eureka Hardware, and Sam Douglass’s saloon, among others. This venue is the location for many events sponsored by the Newcomerstown Historical Society, including such activities as a murder mystery; a visit with a “survivor” of the Titanic and evenings of country music. Website: Olde Main Street Museum on Facebook . 2019 | Good Times in Ohio

GUERNSEY Guernsey County Deerassic Classic Giveaway & Outdoor Expo

Great Destinations

in Guernsey County

Coshocton Hot Air Balloon Festival

Deerassic Classic Giveaway, Outdoor Expo

Location: Route 22, Guernsey County, east of Cambridge Phone: 740-435-3335 When: August 2- August 3 Description: Part trade show, part charity raffle, the Expo is the annual fundraiser hosted by the National Whitetail Deer Education Foundation. The event is often sold out, so contact them early. Entertainment includes John Michael Montgomery on Friday evening; Tracy Byrd on Saturday evening. Website: www.deerassicclassic.com

Coshocton Hot Air Balloon Festival

Location: 707 Kenilworth Ave., Coshocton When: June 7 and 8 Description: The Coshocton Hot Air Balloon Festival is one of the longest running balloon festivals in Ohio with over 25 hot air balloons filling the skies. Musical entertainment, carnival rides, festive foods, and crafters are just a few of the items lined up at 30

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this annual festival. Tethered balloon rides are available, as well as untethered balloon rides (online reservations required). This is a fun, free admission event for the whole family! Website: www.visitcoshocton.com

Summer Sasquatch 50k, 20 & 10 miler

Location: Salt Fork Lodge, 14755 Cadiz Rd., Cambridge 43725 Phone: 740-439-2751 When: June 8, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Description: This race will chalSummer Sasquatch 50k, 20 & 10 Miler lenge you with a permanently marked 10.4-mile loop course over rolling hills on the hiking and bridle trails of Salt Fork State Park. 50K participants will run a total of three loops for over 4,000â&#x20AC;&#x2122; of elevation gain and 4,000â&#x20AC;&#x2122;

of elevation loss; 20 Milers will run two loops, and 10 Milers will complete one. Hikers are welcome in the 10 Miler. Have your family tag along for an awesome Ohio stay-cation. Website: www.westernreserveracing.com

National Road Bike Show and Rib Fest

Location: Cambridge Main Street — 905 Wheeling Ave. Phone: 740-439-2238 When: June 15, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Description: Hot rods and HarNational Road Bike Show and Rib Fest leys, trikes and bikes will line Wheeling Ave during this annual event. Come out to see bikes, rat rods and more and grab a bite to eat at one of the many food trailers. Stay for the live bands and entertainment and enjoy a cold beer too! Website: www.downtowncambridge.com

Boomarama!

Location: Cambridge City Park Phone: 740-432-3287 When: July 4 Description: Annual Fourth of July fireworks event. Various activities and entertainment throughout the day at Cambridge City Park. Food vendors, games and musical performances lead up to the main event, the fireworks! The night sky begins to glow with colors at approximately 9:30 p.m., with a full soundtrack to accompany the show. Website: www.cambridgeoh.org/parks-and-recreation

Cambridge Cruise-In

Location: Main Street, Cambridge Phone: 740-439-2238 When: August 17, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Description: Named by Cruisin’ Times Magazine as one of the best car show in its category, the Cambridge Cruise-In draws thousands of car enthusiasts every year. From hot rods to Harley’s there is something for everyone during this annual event. Website: www.downtowncambridge.com

Gus Macker 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament

Location: Byesville Village Park Phone: 740-439-0020 When: July 27 and July 28 Description: A Gus Macker Tournament is designed for basketball players who love the fun of the driveway game – male or female, from age 7 to 70-plus, short and tall, the most experienced or not with little or no experience who just want to play. A Macker is a double-elimination tournament, but with a consolation bracket historically called “The Toilet Bowl” for teams that lose the first two games. Website: www.macker.com

50th Salt Fork Arts and Crafts Festival

Location: Cambridge City Park Phone: 740-705-6866 When: August 9 - August 11 Description: A juried festival that showcases high-quality art in a variety of mediums such as painting, pottery, ceramics, fiber art, metal work, jewelry, acrylics, mixed media, photography and more. Artists come from all over the U.S. for this 3-day event. Area students are given the Salt Fork Arts And Crafts Festival opportunity to display their work, visitors are entertained throughout the weekend by a variety of talented performing artists, concessionaires offer satisfying foods. The Market Place offers foods made in Ohio and there are programs just for kids. Website: www.saltforkfestival.org

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Location: 6010 College Hill Rd., Cambridge OH 43725 Phone: 740-439-2761 When: August 17, 1 to 6 p.m. Description: The 4th annual event will feature Christian bands “As We Ascend,” “Random Hero,” “The Protest & Zahna.” Spoken Word artist Heath A. Dawson, speakers Josh Haught, Seth Ellis and Mark "Ty" Stoffer and The Love Brothers will make appearances. All attendees will also be able to attend that evening's performance of The Living Word Outdoor Drama at no extra charge. Youth groups, churches, families and fans of music are welcome. Website: www.livingworddrama.org

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Ohio's Bucket List TOP CHOICES TO SEE AND DO

By Craig Webb | GateHouse Ohio

• NW

Sail a great lake Nothing says summer like the spray of walleyesmelling fresh water on your face as you glide across the bathtub known as Lake Erie. Climb aboard a ferry that hauls tourists and partiers to the Lake Erie islands. Sure there’s plenty of places to drink and eat and drink on the islands but there’s also some history to explore too. Tucked in a corner of Kelleys Island are the Glacial Grooves. You can stand and marv el at the deep grooves cut into the limestone bedrock by glaciers some 18,000 years ago then relive the moment at an island drinking hole and ponder life before craft beer. (kellysislandchamber.com)

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Take a chance Ohio is home to the holy grail of amusement parks. Crazy Brits climb aboard planes every summer to explore Ohio’s Roller Coast so what’s your excuse to not make the trek to Sandusky. There are 18 coasters to choose from but one stands above the rest at 420 feet. Ride the Top Thrill Dragster over and over – stomach willing – to achieve the ultimate Bucket List checkmark. The coaster occasionally fails to make it over the top and nothing is more scary and faith challenging than going 120 mph in 3.8 seconds only to plummet backwards back to the station. (cedarpoint.com)

CT• BUTTER UP Our state fair is a great state fair – no really it is. If you have never been to the Ohio State Fair (July 24 to Aug. 4) what’s stopping you? The fair has everything you want in a good fair from stinky farm animals to fried anything to giant butter sculptures. You heard me right… giant butter sculptures. The tradition dates back to the early 1900s and every year butter sculpting artists make new creations and a life-size cow and calf that pair nicely with some Bob Evans rolls. (ohiostatefair.com)

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WAX ON Ohio is home to what is believed to be one of the largest religious wax museums in the country populated by stars of Hollywood’s bygone era. There are more than 300 wax figures and some 70 scenes inside of the Biblewalk in Mansfield. The attraction opened in the 1980s when its creator purchased some celebrity figures from a defunct wax museum. If you look closely you might spot Clark Gable or Elizabeth Taylor or Burt Lancaster in the Bible scenes. (biblewalk.us)

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TAKE A SIP There are some 70 wineries and vineyards and six different wine trails in Ohio. I’m a fruity vintage yesterday kind of wine connoisseur so I’m not the guy to ask where to go. Just follow your nose and sample as many as you can with a designated driver in tow. You could check Ohio’s version of the Jersey Shore – Geneva-on-the-Lake – that is home to miniature golf courses and the Old Firehouse Winery. Watch the sunset over the lake and take a wine-induced nap on the winery’s Ferris Wheel. (oldfirehousewinery.com)

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A bunch of trolls Trolls of every shape and size – and I’m not talking about the Internet variety – call this Alliance museum home. It seems trolls multiply faster than rabbits and this collection fills every nook and cranny inside of the downtown Troll Hole Museum. The collection is the biggest in the world according to the fine folks at Guinness World Records. Be warned, trolls as you will learn have a checkered past and have been known to eat small children. (thetrollhole.com)

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Pass the sausage There are plenty of cool and quirky places to eat in Ohio but only one can thank a cross-dresser from a 1970s TV show for much of its fame. Tony Packo’s in Toledo was a favorite of Cpl. Maxwell Klinger on M*A*S*H and is perhaps the only place on Earth where visiting celebrities sign hot dog buns. Be sure to try the pickles, you will enjoy them over and over long after you leave the restaurant. (tonypacko.com)

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Signs of the time There are plenty of halls of fame in Ohio celebrating everything from polka to football. A museum in Cincinnati is dedicated to advertising signs. The American Sign Museum is home to 200 colorful signs including a fiberglass Frisch’s Big Boy statue with a slingshot in his back pocket. There’s even a vintage single arch McDonald’s sign with the original spokescharacter Speedee who lost his corporate gig in the 1960s to some clown named Ronald McDonald. (americansignmuseum.com)

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Religious experience Rising from the farm fields in Ashtabula County is the world’s largest statue of Our Lady of Guadalupe. Whether you a Catholic or not, the 50-foot artwork marking the visions of Mary in Mexico is both serene and surreal. The Windsor Township farm turned religious retreat center is also home to one of the world’s largest rosaries. (servantsofmary.org)

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CT• MARION POPCORN FESTIVAL Named one of the Top 100 events in North America by the American Bus Association, the festival takes place Sept. 5, 6 and 7 in downtown Marion. The event boasts being the largest popcorn festival in the world attracting more than 250,000 people annually. Visit www. popcornfestival.com for additional information.

CT• CIRCLEVILLE PUMPKIN SHOW Taking place on Oct. 1 through Oct. 19 and features a Miss Pumpkin Show and Little Miss Pumpkin Show and showcases some very large pumpkins. Last year, one pumpkin tipped the scale at 1,607 pounds. Visit www.pumpkinshow. com for additional information.

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WALLEYE FESTIVAL The 39th Annual Main Street Port Clinton Walleye Festival gets underway from May 23 through May 27 at Waterworks Park on the shores of Lake Erie in Port Clinton with an array of free live concerts, programs and other activities, More than 130 vendors help make this event one of Ohio’s premier outdoor weekend celebrations. Visit www.portclintonchamber. com for additional information.

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TWINS DAYS FESTIVAL Do a double-take on Aug. 3 and 4 in Twinsburg at the Twins Days Festival. This annual international event is recorded as the “Largest Annual Gathering of Twins in the World” by the Guinness Book of World Records. Visit twinsdays.org for additional information.

CT• RENAISSANCE FESTIVAL Prepare thyself to take a step back in time this summer at the Renaissance Festival in Waynesville. The event opens on Aug. 31 and runs through Oct. 27 with a different theme each weekend. Visit www.renfestival.com for additional information.

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INKCARCERATION TATTOO AND MUSIC FESTIVAL Ohio’s Rock and Tattoo event of the summer is back for 2019. The festival will feature the groups Shinedown, Godsmack, Five Finger Death Punch and many more. Taking place July 12 through July 14, the event is located at Ohio State Reformatory in Mansfield. Visit www. inkcarceration.com to lock up your tickets.

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DUCK TAPE FESTIVAL The most versatile tape ever made will be celebrated June 13 through June 15 in Avon with a Duck Tape Parade to kick things off. The festival honors the history and heritage of the city that is proclaimed the “Duct Tape Capital of the world” and is home of Duck brand duct tape. Visit www.ducktapefestival.com for additional information.

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BRATWURST FESTIVAL Known as the “Best of the Wurst” this festival in Bucyrus takes place Aug. 15 through Aug 17. It packs in three days of family fun and more than 27 tons of sausage cooking over open pits. The festival celebrates this small Ohio town’s German heritage with more than just bratwurst. There are daily parades, contests and auctions. Visit www.bucyrusbratwurstfestival.com for additional information.

SE• STERNWHEEL FESTIVAL One by one, from up river and down, the sternwheelers arrive in Marietta, home of the American Sternwheel Association, to have some good old fashioned fun. The event takes place Sept. 6 through Sept. 8. Visit ohioriversternwheelfestival.org for additional information.

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here’s never a shortage of things to do in Northeast Ohio! From Blossom Music Center, to the Cleveland Museum of Art, to the Twins Days Festival, to the world-famous Rock and Roll and Pro Football halls of fame and much more, here’s a sampling of some of the many reasons to pay the area a visit.

CONSERVATORIES / BOTANICAL GARDENS / ZOOS

OUTDOOR MUSIC and drama

Cleveland Metroparks Zoo

Location: 3900 Wildlife Way, Cleveland Phone: 216-661-6500 Description: Thousands of animals are spread across nearly 200 acres. The zoo includes the Rainforest, African Elephant Crossing, Australian Adventure and, the newest feature, Asian Highlands. Admission is $14.95, or $12.95 for those 62 and older, $10.95 for children 2 to 11. Website: clevelandmetroparks.com/zoo

Akron Zoo

Location: 505 Euclid Ave., Akron Phone: 330-375-2550 Description: The Akron Zoo is perfect for an afternoon of animal exploration. Highlights include Penguin Point, Tiger Valley, Farmland, the Conservation Carousel and Komodo Kingdom. Website: www.akronzoo.org

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Blossom Music Center

Location: 1145 W. Steels Corners Road, Cuyahoga Falls Phone: 330-920-8040 for Live Nation concerts, 216-231-1111 for Cleveland Orchestra concerts Description: This outdoor venue is home to the Cleveland Orchestra in the summer, and hosts a variety of different concerts Cleveland Botanical Garden hosted by Live Nation. The amphitheater seats 5,700, with room Location: 11030 East Blvd., Cleveland for another 13,500 on the lawn. Phone: 216-721-1600 WebsiteS: clevelandorchestra.com for orchestra concerts Description: This urban oasis includes both indoor and outdoor and livenation.com for other concerts. spaces. Highlights include the Eleanor Armstrong Smith Glasshouse, the Japanese Garden and the Hershey Children’s Garden, ‘Trumpet in the Land’ with many family friendly activities. Location: Schoenbrunn AmWebsite: cbgarden.org phitheatre, 1600 Trumpet

Holden Arboretum

Location: 9550 Sperry Road, Kirtland Phone: 440-946-4400 Description: Explore the 3,600 acres of one of the largest botanical gardens in the United States. The newest features are Murch Canopy Walk — a 500-foot-long elevated walkway built 65 feet above the forest floor — and Kalberer Tower, which rises 120 feet. Website: holdenarb.org Holden Arboretum - Photo: Sam Johnson

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Drive N.E., New Philadelphia Phone: 330-339-1132 When: June 14-Aug. 17 Description: Paul Green’s “Trumpet in the Land” tells the true story of Moravian missionary David Zeisberger and his Christian Indian followers as they struggle to maintain their settlement in the years leading up to the Revolutionary War. Other shows also are staged at the amphitheater in the sum‘Trumpet In The Land’ mer and fall. Website: trumpetintheland.com

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SPORTING EVENTS

Cleveland Indians

Location: Progressive Field, 2401 Ontario St., Cleveland Phone: 216-420-4487 Description: The home stadium of the Cleveland Indians. Includes the Kids Clubhouse and children’s activities, the Terrace Club, a team shop and more. Website: www.mlb.com/indians

Akron RubberDucks

Rock and Roll Hall of Fame

Location: Canal Park, 300 S. Main St., Akron Phone: 330-253-5151 Description: The Cleveland Indians’ Class AA affiliate. Website: www.akronrubberducks.com

Location: 1100 E. 9th St., Cleveland Phone: 216-781-7625 Description: Serves as a tribute to the Rock and Roll scene, with exhibits that pay tribute to a variety of music artists and themes. Visitors can see a multitude of costumes, instruments, personal memorabilia and more from music artists and bands. The Rock Hall also sponsors concerts, movies and other community events. Website: rockhall.com

Location: Classic Park, 35300 Vine St., Eastlake Phone: 440-975-8085 Description: The Class A affiliate of the Cleveland Indians. Website: www.captainsbaseball.com

Pro Football Hall of Fame

Mahoning Valley Scrappers

Akron Rubberducks

Lake County Captains

Location: 2121 George Halas Location: 111 Eastwood Mall Blvd, Niles Phone:330-505-0000 Drive N.W., Canton Description: This affiliate of the Cleveland Indians plays at EastPhone: 330-456-8207 Description: The Pro Football wood Field in Niles. Hall of Fame is not far from Website: www.mvscrappers.com where the National Football League was founded in 1920. The Lake Erie Crushers Highlights include the Hall of Location: Sprenger Stadium, 2009 Baseball Blvd, Avon Fame Gallery, where more than Phone: 440-934-3636 300 bronze busts of inductees Description: Part of the independent Frontier League. are on display. Events the ven- Website: www.lakeeriecrushers.com ue sponsors include the Fame Enshrinement Festival, which culminates in an enshrinement ceremony for new inductees. Website: profootballhof.com Twins DayS Festival Pro Football Hall Of Fame Location: various places in Twinsburg Cleveland Museum of Art Phone: 330-425-3652 Location: 11150 East Blvd., Cleveland When: Aug. 2-4 Phone: 216-421-7350 Description: This annual event Description: The Cleveland Art Museum has renowned collecis the largest gathering of tions spanning thousands of years. The museum also hosts a twins (and other multiples) in concert series, film screenings and lectures. the world, drawing thousands Website: clevelandart.org of twins (plus thousands of non-twins) every year. Popular Butler Institute of American Art events include look-alike (and Location: 524 Wick Ave., Youngstown least-alike) contests, talent Phone: 330-743-1107 shows and more. Description: This art museum was the first in the world to focus Website: twinsdays.org exclusively on American art. Popular pieces include “Snap the Whip” by Winslow Homer, “Pennsylvania Coal Town” by Edward Hopper and “Lincoln the Railsplitter” by Norman Rockwell. Twins Days Festival Website: butlerart.com

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Duck Tape Festival

Location: 3701 Veterans Memorial Parkway, Avon Phone: 866-818-1116 When: June 13-15 Description: Celebrate duct tape in the hometown of Duck Brand. Activities include a duct tape fashion show, duct tape arts and crafts, a parade, entertainment and more. Website: ducktapefestival.com

Cy Young Days Festival

Location: Various locations in downtown Newcomerstown Phone: 740-498-5261 When: June 21-23 Description: Celebrate baseball — and one of the sport’s alltime best players — in Cy Young’s hometown. This annual festival includes a parade, music, displays, plus a vintage baseball Tournament. Website: cyyoungdaysfestival.com

OUTDOOR ADVENTURES

Tree Frog Canopy Tours

Location: 21899 Wally Road, Glenmont Phone: 740-599-2662 Description: With seven zip lines, two rappels and two sky bridges that crisscross the forest, adventurers have ample options from which to choose. Website: treefrogcanopytours.com

Common Ground Canopy Tours

Location: 14240 Baird Road, Oberlin Phone: 440-707-2044 Description: Soar through the treetops near Oberlin on this canopy tour, which includes seven zip lines and three sky bridges. Website: commongroundcenter.org/canopy-tours

Lake Erie Canopy Tours

D-Day Conneaut

Location: Geneva State Park, 4888 North Broadway, Genevaon-the-Lake Phone: 866-601-1973 Description: The newest attraction in Geneva-on-the-Lake includes 60-foot towers and sky bridges along Lake Erie’s shoreline. There are courses and activities for children as young as 4 and adults. Website: lakeeriecanopytours.com

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Location: 10714 Jackson St, Rockbridge Phone: 1-800-Hocking Description: Hocking Hills Canopy Tours has more than 50 ziplines and other outdoor adventures for the whole family. Their lines range from the kid-friendly Dragonfly to the extreme X-Tour. Website: https://www.hockinghillscanopytours.com/

Location: Conneaut Township Park, 480 Lake Road, Conneaut When: Aug. 15-17 Description: More than 1,800 re-enactors are expected on the south shore of Lake Erie for this annual event, the largest D-Day re-enactment in the United States. Activities include mock battles, living-history displays, demonstrations, seminars and more. Website: ddayohio.us

Debonne Vineyards

Location: 7840 Doty Road, Madison Phone: 440-466-3485 When: 365 days per year, weather permitting Description: The largest estate winery in Ohio, with 175 acres of vineyards and three-dozen varieties of wine for purchase. Website: debonne.com

Kosicek Vineyards

Location: 636 Route 534, Harpersfield Phone: 440-361-4573 Description: Founded in 2012, it won “Best of Show” in the Ohio Wine Competition for its 2016 Traminette. Website: kosicekvineyards. com

Great Lakes Brewing

Location: 2516 Market Ave., Cleveland Phone: 216-771-4404 Description: Craft beer drinkers have plenty of choices in northeast Ohio, including industry patriarch Great Lakes Brewing Co. The 30-year veteran in Cleveland’s Ohio City neighborhood is just west of downtown in the city’s burgeoning brewery district. Website: greatlakesbrewing.com

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Cuyahoga Valley National Park

Phone: 330-657-2752 Description: Ohio’s only national park encompasses 33,000 acres between Akron and Cleveland, with numerous opportunities for outdoor fun. Among the many popular activities: biking along the Ohio and Erie Canal Towpath Trail, hiking some of the park’s 100-plus miles of trails and hopping aboard the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad, which travels straight through the park. Website: nps.gov/cuva

MOHICAN STATE PARK

Location: 3116 Route 3, Loudonville Phone: 419-994-5125 Description: The 1,110-acre Mohican State Park and the adjacent 4,525-acre state forest offer many opportunities for visitors to explore one of Ohio’s most stunning natural regions. Highlights include scenic hiking, mountain-bike trails, horseback riding and canoeing along the Mohican River and its tributaries. Website: parks.ohiodnr.gov/mohican

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orthwest Ohio is set for summer, with a diverse set of destinations that promise something for everyone. Tug on some cowboy boots in Fort Loramie, where a three-day country festival brings big-name artists each summer, or sip a brew amid the same orchards that sourced its flavors in Port Clinton. Cedar Point is a perennially popular summertime destination, and this year it introduces a themed experiential attraction: the Forbidden Frontier on Adventure Island. There are also museums for the education-minded, minor league baseball games for the sports enthusiasts and a few fairs and festivals that make a trip to Pemberville or Put-in-Bay well worth it.

Theme Parks Cedar Point and Cedar Point Shores

Location: 1 Cedar Point Drive, Sandusky (Erie) Phone: 419-627-2350 Description: The Forbidden Frontier on Adventure Island debuts this summer at Cedar Point, the sprawling amusement park that itself is a summertime staple on the coast of Lake Erie. There are no rides in this experiential attraction, but a set of themed games and challenges that put visitors in Steel Vengence at Cedar Point the middle of an ongoing fight for ownership or the island – and its rumored hidden treasure. The Forbidden Frontier joins 70 rides, including 18 high-thrills roller coasters like Steel Vengeance, which opened in Frontier Town in 2018. Meanwhile the adjacent water park, Cedar Point Shores, offers visitors a chance to cool off with exciting slides and gentle pools. Admission: $73 for Cedar Point, $39.99 for Cedar Point Shores, with discounted rates for children and some ticket packages purchased online; plan on $20 for parking. The park is offering a special Wild Card pass for $59.99, which offers unlimited access through June 30. The pass is not valid for Cedar Point Shores. Website: cedarpoint.com

CONSERVATORIES / BOTANICAL GARDENS / ZOOS

Toledo Zoo and Aquarium

Location: 2 Hippo Way, Toledo (Lucas) Phone: 419-385-5721 Description: The Toledo Zoo and Aquarium is opening its historic museum this spring (late May). The ProMedica Museum of Natural History will offer interactive education on biodiversity, including a two-story tropical greenhouse and an exhibit on venom featuring a pair of Komodo dragons. It’s all inside a facility constructed by the Works Progress Administration in the 1930s. But don’t spend all your time in the museum: There’s a polar bear cub named Borealis to check out in his first summer on display and a summer concert series (including Jim Gaffigan and Earth Wind and Fire) that’s worth a peek when you’re planning your trip to the zoo. Admission: Non-resident admission is $21 for adults, $18 for Kalahari Resorts those 60 and over and children ages 2 to 11; there’s a $2 discount Location: 7000 Kalahari Drive, Sandusky (Erie) for Lucas County residents. Nonmembers should plan on $8 for Phone: 419-433-7200 parking. Concert admission is separate. Description: With slides, pools and splash areas that cover Website: toledozoo.org 200,000 square feet, Kalahari Resorts in Sandusky bills itself as the region’s largest indoor water park. Among the newest attractions is Bugs Burrow, an outdoor children’s splash area introduced in Toledo Botanical Garden July. Giant bug and flower features are designed to give guests Location: 5403 Elmer Drive, Toledo (Lucas) the feeling they’ve shrunk to ant-size. There’s also plenty to do Phone: 419-536-5566 outside the waterpark, including the Spa Kalahari and Salon, the Description: You’ll find more than plants at the Toledo Botanical Safari Outdoor Adventure Park and two space-themed escape Garden. (But don’t worry if that’s your goal: You’ll find 60-plus acres of those.) The Toledo Botanical Garden is home to the Artirooms ready to take on their first summertime guests. Admission: Room rates vary; all-day waterpark admission for san Village, where artists work everything from roses to fibers to non-guests is $74.99 for adults, $65.99 for non-guests under 42 stained glass and host classes, demonstrations and other events throughout the year. The Blair Museum of Lithophanes, filled inches tall. with porcelain artworks, is also worth checking out. Website: kalahariresorts.com/ohio The Crosby Festival of the Arts returns to the Toledo Botanical

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Garden on June 28-30, bringing more than 200 juried artists to Mazza Museum what’s billed as the region’s premier fine arts festival. Location: 201 College St., Findlay (Hancock) Admission: free Phone: 419-434-5521 Website: toledogarden.org Description: The Mazza Museum at the University of Findlay boasts one of the largest and most diverse collections of children’s picture books in the world. It’s home to an estimated 13,000 original images, more than 300 of which are on display at any time in the museum’s six galleries. They covers a wide variety of media, with particular attention to award-winning artists. Centennial Terrace The Summer Conference, July 15-17, offers an opportunity to inLocation: 5773 Centennial Road, Sylvania (Lucas) teract with some of the top authors and illustrators in the picture Phone: 419-885-7106 Description: Centennial Terrace is an outdoor concert venue book industry that’s hosting stars all summer. On this season’s lineup: Dwight Admission: free Yoakam on May 31; Billy Currington on June 21; Dark Star Orches- Website: mazzamuseum.org tra on June 30; Get the Led Out on July 6; Ted Nugent on Aug. 4, and Scotty McCreery on Aug. 10. There’s also the annual Summer Disco Party on June 28 and Star-Spangled Celebration on July 3. Looking for other outdoor venues in northwest Ohio? Check out Toledo Mud Hens at the Promenade Park, right along the Maumee River in downtown Fifth Third Field Toledo, where the ProMedica Summer Concert Series brings acts Location: 406 Washington St, on Fridays. Toledo (Lucas) Admission: varies; plan on $5 for parking Phone: 419-725-4367 Website: centennialterrace.org Description: Take the family out to a ball game at Fifth Third Country Concert Field in Toledo. The Toledo Mud Location: 7103 Ohio 66, Fort Loramie (Shelby) Hens play in the heart of downWhen: July 11-13 town, making it easy to grab a Phone: 937-295-3000 bite or a beer before the game. Description: Where do you find some of the biggest names in The Hensville Live! concert country music? Rural Shelby County, Ohio, where a summertime series continues the fun after music festival has been gathering fans since 1981. each Friday and Saturday home Country Concert returns to Fort Loramie on July 11-13. Headlingame through Labor Day. Exers Kid Rock, Chris Stapleton and Thomas Rhett stand out on a Toledo Mud Hens pect fireworks and live music at lineup of more than 25 acts who’ll play two stages on the 500the outdoor stage in Hensville, acre facility. Park a camper, pull out a lawn chair and make a located just outside the stadium. Concerts are free and open to weekend of it. the public. Admission: Three-day general admission is $239, free for children Admission: $13 to $16 on weekdays, $16 to 18 on Fridays, Saturunder 10; single-day general admission is $105 to $113. days and Sundays. Website: countryconcert.com Website: mudhens.com

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SPORTING EVENTS

MUSEUMS Imagination Station

Location: 1 Discovery Way, Toledo (Lucas) Phone: 419-244-2674 Description: From the High Wire Cycle, where a massive counterweight lets you ride a bicycle along a cable suspended 20 feet above the ground, to the Extreme Science Theater, where scientists lead daily interactive demonstrations, there’s plenty to see and do at Imagination Station. The IDEA Lab Tinkering Space, in particular, lets visitors get hands-on with activities that change monthly. In June, tinkerers can design and build boats, then test their models on stormy seas. Catapults and trebuchets are up in July. Admission: $13 for adults, $12 for those 65 and over and $11 for children ages 3 to 12; there’s a $2 discount for Lucas County residents. Website: imaginationstationtoledo.org

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Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course

Location: 7721 Steam Corners Road, Lexington (Richland) Phone: 419-884-4000 Description: Spectators fill the stands each summer at the MidOhio Sports Car Course in Lexington, where the Honda Indy 200 is slated for July 26-28 and Nascar’s Xfinity Series is slated for Aug. 9-10. Americas Rallycross puts a different spin on the racing June 8-9, while a Vintage Grand Prix in June 21-23 and Vintage Motorcycle Days July 5-7 turn back the clock. Mid-Ohio is one of several tracks in the region that welcome spectators: The Toledo Speedway in Lucas County, Fremont Speedway in Sandusky County or Attica Raceway Park in Seneca County are among the others. Admission: varies; children 12 and under are admitted free with paid adult. Website: midohio.com

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FESTIVALS AND FAIRS Pemberville Free Fair

Location: Pemberville (Wood) Description: The Pemberville Free Fair, Aug.14-17, stands out amid the run of county fairs that begin in mid-July. The village of less than 1,500 has been putting on the free fair – one of the last in the state – for more than 70 years. Admission is free, as are many of the attractions. The Pemberville Free Fair is not so flashy as the Fulton County Fair, Aug. 30 to Sept. 5, which ranks among the biggest county fairs in the state. But its carnival rides and “grand parade” promise a certain charm. Admission: free Website: pembervillefair.org

Put-in-Bay Pyrate Fest

Metroparks Toledo

Location: 15 locations in Lucas County Phone: 419-407-9700 Description: Metroparks Toledo boasts more than 12,000 acres of protected natural land to explore – and hike and bike and kayak and more. Jerusalem Township’s Howard Marsh Metropark is the latest addition, joining the sprawling system last year with miles of hiking trails that might particularly appeal to bird-watchers. For a more urban atmosphere, try Toledo’s Middlegrounds Metropark, with a 1.5-mile path that meanders along the Maumee River. Swanton’s Oak Openings Preserve is at the opposite extreme with about 5,000 wooded acres. The Canneley Treehouse Village there won’t quite be ready for the summer. Admission: free Website: metroparkstoledo.com

BREWERIES AND WINERIES

Location: Put-in-Bay, South Twin Oast Brewing Bass Island (Ottawa) Location: 3630 NE Catawba Description: Land, ho! SwashRd., Port Clinton (Ottawa) buckling pirates descend on Phone: 419-573-6126 Put-in-Bay for the island’s Description: Port Clinton’s 11th annual Pyrate Fest, June Twin Oast Brewing has been 21-23. Visitors can join the reoperating on a “farm-to-ferenactors in donning their best menter” model since it opened pirate garb for children’s and in 2018. Its menu is big on adult costume contests. There home-grown produce, includwill also be parades, cannon ing a set of light summer brews demonstrations and a pirate that focus on tree-ripened market and living village. fruits like apricots and peaches. Board the Miller Ferry in CaA 60-acre farm estate complePut-in-Bay Pyrate Fest tawba or the Jet Express in Port ments the experience, with Clinton or Sandusky to get the Put-in-Bay. Twin Oast Brewing patrons able to enjoy a brew Admission: free by stone fruit orchards, natural Website: Facebook.com/PyrateFest caves and cozy fire pits. Come on a Friday or Saturday, and add live local music to the mix. Website: twinoast.com

OUTDOOR ADVENTURES

Kelleys Island

Location: About 4 miles north of Marblehead (Erie) Phone: 419-746-2360 Description: Kelleys Island is a mellower counterpart to Put-inBay, a little more hiking, biking and kayaking than all-day barhopping. The glacial grooves, an impressive 400 feet long, 35 feet wide and 10 feet deep, are a particular landmark for the outdoorsy visitor. For those who like to kick back with a drink or a meal, there’s the Kelley’s Island Wine Co. and Kelleys Island Brewery. Admission: The Kelleys Island Ferry leaves from Marblehead, with one-way adult fares at $10; plan on $10 for parking. Jet Express leaves from Sandusky, with one-way adult fares at $20 and free daily parking. Information and departure schedules: jet-express. com, kelleysislandferry.com. Website: kelleysisland.com

Firelands Winery

Location: 917 Bardshar Rd., Sandusky (Erie) Phone: 419-625-5474 Description: Sandusky’s Firelands Winery sources the grapes for its award-winning wines locally, building on a heritage that stretches to the establishment of the “Firelands,” as locals call the region that became home to Connecticuters who were burned out of their homes during the Revolutionary War. When those transplants arrived, they brought along their penchant for making and enjoying fine wines. Today Firelands is one of the largest producing wineries in the state. Stop by for a glass, a tour, or, in the summertime, an evening of live music on Fridays and Saturdays. Website: firelandswinery.com

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CENTRAL OHAttractions By Steve Stephens | The Columbus Dispatch

hen a glacier came through Central Ohio some 12,000 years ago, it ironed out the terrain and left a boringly flat topography. So mountain climbing is out. But what the region lacks in hills, it makes up for with fun summer events and thrilling attractions. A few suggestions for the coming months.

Theme Parks Zoombezi Bay

Location: 10101 Riverside Drive, Powell (Delaware County) Phone: 614-724-3600 Description: Plenty of aquatic adventures await visitors to the water theme-park next to the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium. The new Otter Banks attraction includes Sandpiper Splash Drop Slides; Sea Challenge, an aqua-themed obstacle course; and Sand Dollar Shores with cascading waterfalls and relaxing seating walls. The park also offers Summer Nights (family-friendly movie nights) on selected Fridays. Admission: Daily admission is $34.99, or $26.99 for children 3 to 9, with discounted prices online. Includes admission to the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium on day of visit. Website: zoombezibay.columbuszoo.org

Botanical Gardens/Zoos Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens

Location: 1777 E. Broad St., Columbus (Franklin) Phone: 614-715-8000 Description: This year marks the 25th anniversary of “Blooms & Butterflies,” with hundreds of colorful butterflies flying freely in conservatory’s Pacific Island Water Garden. Patrons can visit the display during regular hours. Plus, special presentations are offered daily at 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. for a deeper insight into the delicate creatures. And, on Saturdays and Sundays from 10 a.m. to noon, butterfly lovers of all ages can explore Metamorphosis Lab Discovery Tables to interact with cocoons, chrysalises and moths with the guidance of a butterfly expert. Admission: $19, or $16 for those 60 and older, $12 for children 3 to 12 Website: fpconservatory.org

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Location: 4850 W. Powell Road, Powell (Delaware) Phone: 614-645-3400 Description: Columbus’s famous zoo houses more than 10,000 animals of 600 different species Columbus Zoo and Aquarium grouped in six distinct regions: Australia and the Islands, Congo Expedition, Shores, Asia Quest, North America and Heart of Africa. New babies born this year at the zoo include a dama gazelle and a silvered leaf langur, both threatened species. Admission: $16.99 and $11.99 for seniors ages 60 and older and children 3 to 9 for Franklin County residents; $21.99 and $16.99 for nonresidents. Parking is $10 per vehicle. Website: columbuszoo.org

OUTDOOR ARTS Lancaster Festival,

Location: Lancaster (Fairfield) When: July 18-27 Phone: 740-687-4808 Description: The music festival, celebrating its 35th anniversary season, features a wide variety of performances at indoor and outdoor venues in and near Lancaster. Other festival events include art displays and demonstrations, dramatic performances and kids’ activities. Admission: varies by performance Website: lancasterfestival.org

Columbus Arts Festival

Location: Downtown Columbus (Franklin) When: June 7 – 9 Phone: 614-221-8625 Description: One of the top arts festivals in the nation, this event along the Scioto Mile and Scioto River waterfront brings in hundreds of talented artists working in a wide variety of media to display and sell their wares. Visitors can also enjoy five different entertainment stages. Admission: free Website: columbusartsfestival.org

Location: 7770 Jacksontown Road S.E., Newark (Licking) Phone: 1-800-443-2937 Description: This 2,000-acre botanical oasis is perfect for a lovely walk, or a drive along the site’s 4.46-mile auto tour route. Visitors will find extensive wooded and wild areas including one of the most northerly bald-cypress swamps in North America. Themed gardens include a Japanese garden and Dutch Fork Wetlands with six ponds, a prairie meadow, an observation deck and a shelter house. Visitors can also climb an observation tower for magnificent views of the entire arboretum. The historic Daweswood House displays 19th- and 20th-century antiques and memorabilia from the Dawes Family, which founded the arboretum. House tours are offered on Saturdays, Sundays and the second Wednesday of the month. Admission: $10 for adults, $5 for children 5 to 15 and free for children Sherman House Museum under 5 and members Location: 137 E. Main St., Lancaster (Fairfield) Website: dawesarb.org Phone: 740-687-5891 Description: The birthplace of General William Tecumseh Sherman, in

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downtown Lancaster, was built in 1811. Today it commemorates the life of the Civil War hero with an interior restored to look as it would have when the house was occupied by the Sherman family. Visitors will also find memorabilia including a parlor set owned by another Ohio Union Army hero, General (and later President) Ulysses S. Grant , and many other Civil War artifacts. Admission: $6, $2 for students 17 and younger. Active-duty military personnel with ID are admitted free. Website: shermanhouse.org

Hispanic and Latino ties and culture. Admission: from $7 for adults and from $5 for children under 12 and seniors over 60 Website: clippersbaseball.com

Columbus Crew SC

Location: Mapfre Stadium, Interstate 71 near East Hudson Street, Columbus (Franklin) Phone: 614-447-2739 Description: Fans and new owners helped save Columbus’ professional National Veterans Memorial and Museum soccer team from moving to Texas, and a new stadium is in the Crew’s Location: 300 W. Broad St., Columbus (Franklin) future. For now though, fans can still see matches at the team’s venerPhone: 1-888-987-6866 able home, Mapfre Stadium, the first soccer-specific stadium built in Description: Set in an architecturally innovative circular building on the United States. the banks of the Scioto River, this museum that opened in October Admission: from $25 commemorates and celebrates the lives of American military person- Website: columbuscrewsc.com nel. The stories of individual veterans and themes of challenge, sacrifice and achievement are explored in the museum’s galleries. The display The Memorial Tournament culminates in the Remembrance Gallery with space for reflection in the Location: Muirfield Village Golf Club, 5750 Memorial Drive, Dublin glow of a floor-to-ceiling stained-glass installation inspired by military (Franklin) campaign ribbons. When: May 27-June 2 Admission is $17, $15 for seniors 65 and older, $12 for college students Phone: 1-877-682-2343 with ID, $10 for children 5 –17. Active-duty military and military veter- Description: The world’s best golfers gather annually for this PGA tourans are admitted free. nament to vie for the $9 million purse and pay tribute to golf’s legends, Website: nationalvmm.org including the tournament founder and host, Jack Nicklaus. Each year, the Memorial especially honors one great from the world of golf. This year’s honoree is Judy Rankin, a 26-time winner on the LPGA tour and COSI Columbus Location: 333 W. Broad St., Columbus (Franklin) Phone: 614-228-2674 Description: COSI, the Center of Science and Industry, is another institution housed in an architecSeptember 15 -21, 2019 turally significant and interesting COSI Columbus building (designed by this year’s Pritzker Prize-winning architect Arata Isozaki). Inside that building is one of the country’s most acclaimed science centers, where visitors can enjoy a variety of exhibits, including the American Museum of Natural History Dinosaur Gallery. Also, through Sept. 2, the exhibit “Mythic Creatures: Dragons, Unicorns and Mermaids,” will examine the real and imaginary aspects of history’s most legendary animals. Admission: beginning at $25, or $20 for children 2 to 12. Family Friday Night (last Friday of the month) offers admission tickets after 5 p.m. for $15, or $10 for children. Some exhibits, including “Mythic Creatures,” have an additional fee. Website: cosi.org

SPORTING EVENTS Columbus Clippers

Location: 330 Huntington Park Lane, Columbus (Franklin) Phone: 614-462-5250 Description: Columbus’ triple-A baseball team makes its home in Huntington Park, voted “Ballpark of the Year” eight different times. The park, in the Arena District downtown, features seats in a variety of price ranges and many special promotions and giveaways throughout the season, including Party-at-the-Park events offering live music before every Saturday home game. At Friday home games this year, the team will don uniforms as Los Veleros de Columbus to celebrate baseball’s

September 17th at 7:00PM American Country Artist and Veteran Come join us for a full week of many family events and activities!! 2042 Claremont Avenue, Ashland, Ohio 44805 Phone: 419-289-0466 Summer Motorcycle Events Vintage Motorcycle Race: July 6th Gate Opens at 4:00pm- Heat Races at 6:30pm

Flat Track Motorcycle Race: July 20th Gate Opens at 4:00pm- Heat Races at 7:30pm

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currently an analyst with the Golf Channel and ESPN. Last year’s tournament winner was Bryson DeChambeau, who took home more than $1.6 million for the victory. Admission: Weekly patron badges start at $185. Practice round tickets are available online for $35 for a set of three and also at the gate. Website: thememorialtournament.com

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Location: Ohio Expo Center, Interstate 71 and East 17th Avenue, Columbus (Franklin) When: July 24 to Aug. 4 Phone: 1-888-646-3976 Description: One of the largest state fairs in the country, the Ohio State Fair features 360 acres of exhibit halls, animal barns, rides, food and more entertainment than you can shake a corndog-on-a-stick at. This summer’s featured entertainers include Toby Keith, Hank Williams Jr., and REO Speedwagon. Admission: $10, or $8 for those 60 and older, $8 for children 5 to 12 (rides and most concerts have an additional fee). Website: ohiostatefair.com

is so popular that it’s hard to describe it as “counter-culture.” But it’s certainly non-corporate, with a free and easy vibe (and free admission) and a mission to “promote community unity, tolerance and equity.” The street festival began in 1972 and features alternative politics, local music, arts and crafts, food and drink. Admission: free Website: comfest.com

WINERIES AND BREWERIES Dalton Union Winery & Brewery

Location: 21100 Shirk Rd., Marysville (Union) Phone: 937-645-5889 Description: This friendly winery, open Fridays and Saturdays, added beer-making to its repertoire last year, making it Union County’s only craft brewery. Visitors to the tasting house, located in a country setting just outside Marysville, will find a variety of sweet and dry wines including the popular “Covered Bridge Red,” a limited edition. Also on tap is mead, hard cider and a large list of site-brewed beers. The winery hosts live music and a food truck every Saturday night. Website: daltonunion.com

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Location: 1900 Winchester Southern Road, Canal Winchester Location: Goodale Park, 120 W. Goodale St., Columbus (Franklin) (Fairfield) When: June 28 to 30 Phone: 614-834-8577 Description: The country’s largest independent, volunteer-run festival Description: This family-owned winery produces 17 varieties of wine, all made with Ohio fruit. The tasting room, open daily except Sunday, is surrounded by the winery’s four acres of vineyards, producing 60 varieties of grapes. Website: slaterunwine.com

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OUTDOOR ADVENTURES Trapper John’s Canoe Livery

Location: 7141 London-Groveport Road, Grove City (Franklin) Phone: 614-877-4321 Description: A paddle trip from Trapper John’s is a great way to explore a stretch of Big Darby Creek National Scenic River, one of the most biologically diverse streams in the Midwest. Paddlers meet at the creekside livery in Darbydale and can choose a variety of trips from “sampler” paddles of 1 to 2 hours to full-day, 12-mile floats from the confluence of the Big and Little Darby creeks in Battelle-Darby Metro Park. The livery can also provide shuttle service for paddlers with their own kayaks or canoes. Admission: Float trips begin at $16, or $5 for children 6 to 12, canoe or kayak. Website: trapperjohnscanoeing.com

ZipZone Outdoor Adventures

Location: 7925 N. High St., Columbus (Franklin) Phone: 614-847-9477 Description: Adventures can zoom tree-to-tree on one of several zip line tours, or experience Adventure Park with five trails and more than 60 different forest challenges through the lush woods of Camp Mary Orton. For younger adventurers ages 4 –7, the site’s Kids Park provides closer-to-the-ground fun. Admission: Adventure Park, $46, or $39 for children 7 to 11. Zip line tours begin at $46. Kids Park adventure is $19. Website: zipzonetours.com

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By Alexis Larsen | For the Dayton Daily News

rom amusement parks to museums to music festivals and sporting events, southwestern Ohio continues to be a draw to visitors both in and out of state. The number of activities, attractions and things to do in southwestern Ohio is long and impressive and something to be celebrated regardless of the week. Here are some of the southern Ohio attractions that are worth considering planning a trip to see this summer.

Theme Parks Kings Island and Soak City Waterpark

Location: 6300 Kings Island Drive, Mason (Warren) Phone: 513-754-5700 Description: Kings Island closed “Les Taxis” antique car ride in 2004. Guests who remember it should expect to feel a healthy dose of nostalgia when they visit this year thanks to the park’s latest attraction, “Kings Mills Antique Autos,” which features automobiles inspired by the 1911 Ford Model T. The attraction is near the Racer roller coaster. Kings Island’s 16th roller coaster, Kings Island Mystic Timbers, debuted with its wooden tracks in 2017 and is still drawing massive crowds, as is the entire rest of the park, which continues to see record attendance. The amusement park’s popular Soak City water park is included with park admission. Admission: $70 at the gate, or $44 for senior citizens and children; parking $17. Online discounts available. Website: visitkingsisland.com

The Beach Waterpark

Location: 2590 Waterpark Drive, Mason (Warren) Phone: 513-398-7946 Description: Southern Ohio has its fair share of water parks. In addition to Kings Island’s Soak City waterpark and the park at Great Wolf Lodge, there’s The Beach. Situated on Beach Waterpark 35 wooded acres, this family friendly destination offers a packed calendar of events this summer. The Riptide Racer — a multi-person slide that is a race to the finish line for bragging rights — launched in 2015, and Reggae Sundays and the World’s Largest Swim Lesson are just a few other things on the docket as you look to cool off this summer. Admission: $28.99 at the gate or $23.99 for children and $19.99 for seniors. Online discounts available Website: thebeachwaterpark.com

Jungle Jim’s International Market

Location: 5440 Dixie Highway, Fairfield (Butler) Phone: 513-674-6000 Description: If there were a theme park for food, it would be Jungle Jim’s International Market. This is so much more than just a grocery store. It’s a food adventure with more than 200,000 square feet of kitschy, entertaining shopping space and over 150,000 products to look at from all over the world. If you haven’t Coney Island been to Jungle Jim’s before, this is unlike anything you’ve ever Location: Coney Island, 6201 experienced. Trust us. A second location can be found at 4450 Kellogg Ave., Cincinnati Eastgate South Drive in Cincinnati. (Hamilton) Admission: Free Phone: 513-232-8320 Website: junglejims.com Description: Cannonball Cove, a new dive-pool feature, is part of Coney Island’s Sunlite Water Adventure this season. The area includes two 1-meter diving boards and one 3-meter diving board with a 12-feet-9inch dive depth. For 133 years, Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden Coney Island has been a family Location: 3400 Vine St., Cinfun destination. Sunlite Water cinnati (Hamilton) Coney Island Adventure offers the opportuPhone: 513-281-4700 nity to splash the day away at Description: Fiona isn’t just one of Typhoon Tower’s 73 interactive play stations, cannonball one of Shrek’s favorite names, off the diving boards into the world’s largest recirculating pool, it’s also a favorite of Southern or race down one of the park’s 130 foot waterslides. And then Ohio’s. The Cincinnati Zoo & there’s that full-service tiki bar that screams summer fun. Botanical Garden’s most faAdmission: $21.95, or $12.95 for children 2 to 7, $19.95 for senior mous resident — a hippo born citizens in 2017 — has been voted the Cincinnati Zoo Website: coneyislandpark.com

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No. 1 Cincinnatian for the second year in a row in CityBeat’s 2019 Best of Cincinnati Reader’s Poll. The second-oldest zoo in the country has more than 500 animals and 3,000 plant species; it is internationally known for its research and conservation efforts on its more than 70-acre campus. It’s a beautiful facility to walk through thanks to gorgeous plantings. Between the animals and the surroundings, there’s no shortage of things to see. Admission: From $15, or $9 for children 2 to 12 and seniors 62 and over; parking is $10. Website: cincinnatizoo.org

Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park & Museum

Location:1763 Hamilton Cleves Road, Hamilton (Butler) Phone: 513-868-1234 Description: Hamilton’s Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park is a hidden treasure and one worth seeking out. This 265-acre Pyramid Hill - Photo: Alexis Larson sculpture park and outdoor museum focuses on monumental pieces of sculpture in an environment of meadows, forests and various gardens. There’s also a 10,000 square foot Ancient Sculpture Museum displaying Egyptian, Greek, Roman and Etruscan sculpture if you want to head inside for a bit. This is the perfect location for a family adventure or an amazing date. Pack a picnic and soak in art and the great outdoors all at once. Admission: $8, or $3 for children 6 to 12 Website: pyramidhill.org

Krohn Conservatory

Location: 1501 Eden Park Drive, Cincinnati (Hamilton) Phone: 513-421-4086 Description: Cincinnati Parks’ nationally recognized showcase includes a permanent collection with desert plants, tropical specimens, Bonsai trees, rare orchids, carnivorous plants and exotic fruit trees.The 2019 Butterfly Show “Butterflies of Ecuador” that runs through June 16 focuses on Ecuador, referred to as “four worlds in one,” represented by different climate zones: Amazons, AnKrohn Conservatory des, Coast and the Galapagos Islands. Be sure to seek out the famous rainforest waterfall and exotic plants on permanent display in the palm, tropical, desert and orchid houses, as well. Built in 1933 at the height of the Art Deco era, this is a truly special place to visit and enjoy. Pricing: $10, or $7 for children 5 to 17 Website: cincinnatiparks.com/krohn

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Bunbury Music Festival

Location: Sawyer Point and Yeatman’s Cove, 705 E. Pete Rose Way, Cincinnati (Hamilton) When: May 31-June 2 Description: This pair of side-by-side parks on Cincinnati’s riverfront offer great views of the Ohio River. They also are host to great events over the summer including one of Ohio’s largest outdoor music festivals — Bunbury. This year’s Bunbury Music Festival features headliners Fall Out Boy, Greta Van Fleet, The 1975, Girl Talk and Run The Jewels. Other acts include NF, Machine Gun Kelly, AWOLNATION, Stone Temple Pilots, Sublime with Rome, Dashboard Confessional, Clutch, Pigeons Playing Ping Pong, lovelytheband, Blue October, Bayside, Streetlight Manifesto, The Aces, Poppy, Joywave, Jeremy Zucker, Jukebox the Ghost, Flora Cash, Reignwolf, Witt Lowry, Lauren Sanderson, The Clarks, SHAED, HALFNOISE, Great Good Fine Ok, The Blue Stones, The Candescents, Common Kings, bülow, Tropidelic, You vs Yesterday, Taylor Janzen, RADATTACK, The Orphan The Poet, and TRIIIBE. Admission: $79 for single-day pass; $189 for 3-day packages and $450 and up for 3-day VIP packages Website: bunburyfestival.com

Fraze Pavilion

Location: 695 Lincoln Park Blvd., Kettering (Montgomery) Phone: 937-296-3300 Description: This popular outdoor amphitheater near Dayton features 4,300 seats. Upcoming concerts include: Michael Bolton, May 23; Lake Street Dive and The Wood Brothers, June 15; RAIN A Tribute to the Beatles, June 27; Little Big Town, June 29; Weird Al Yankovic, July 3; Diana Ross, July 6; Sheryl Crow, July 10; Uptown Funk tribute to Bruno Mars, July 11; Charlie Wilson, July 20; Brian Culbertson and Average White Band, July 21; Tribute to Billy Joel and Elton John, July 25; Jake Owen and Gretchen Wilson, July 27; Joe Bonamassa, Aug. 6; Happy Together Tour, Aug. 8; Double Vision Revisited featuring Bob James, David Sunburn and Marcus Miller with Billy Kilson and Larry Braggs, Aug. 16; Get the Led Out, Aug. 21; Umphrey’s McGee, Aug. 25; and Dave Koz and Friends, Sept. 6 Admission: varies. Website: fraze.com

Riverbend Music Center / PNC Pavilion

Location: 6295 Kellogg Ave., Cincinnati (Hamilton)) Description: This 20,500-seat outdoor amphitheater along the Ohio River and 4,100-seat pavilion have a full slate of concerts scheduled this summer. Performances at PNC Pavilion at Riverbend Music Center: The 1975, May 12; Rob Thomas, June 3; Vampire Weekend, June 15 (sold out); Travis Tritt and the Charlie Daniels Band Outlaws, June 2; Young the Giant and Fitz and the Tantrums, June 18; Third Eye Blind, July 17; Tedeschi Trucks Band, July 19; The Righteous Brothers and the Temptations, July 26; moe. and Blues Traveler, July 28; Jon Bellion, July 31; Jonny Lang and JJ Grey & Mofro, Aug. 8; Beast Coast, Joey Bada$$, Flatbush Zombies, Aug. 17; Why Don’t We, Aug. 25; and The Head and the Heart, Sept. 8 Performances at Riverbend Music Center: Rascal Flatts with special guests, May 16; Dierks Bentley with special guests Jon Pardi 2019 | Good Times in Ohio

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and Tenille Townes, May 30; Ozzy Osbourne, June 6; Luke Bryan with special guests Cole Swindell and Jon Langston, June 8; Dave Matthews Band, July 2; Peter Frampton, July 12; Rob Zombie and Marilyn Manson, July 13; Jimmy Buffet and the Coral Reefer Band, July 18; Hootie and the Blowfish, July 20; Brad Paisley with special guests Chris Lane and Riley Green, July 21; Alice Cooper and Halestrom, July 23; Train and Goo Goo Dolls, July 24; Heart, July 27; Florida Georgia Line with special guests Dan + Shay, Morgan Wallen and Hardy, Aug. 1; Beck, Cage the Elephant, Spoon, Wild Belle, Aug. 2; Breaking Benjamin, Chevelle, Three Days Grace, Aug. 7; Thomas Rhett with special guests Dustin Lynch, Russell Dickerson and Rhett Atkins, Aug. 9; Santana, Aug. 10; Iron Maiden, Aug. 15; Korn and Alice In Chains, Aug. 18; Jason Aldean with special guests Kane Brown, Carly Pearce and Dee Jay Silver, Aug. 22; KISS, Aug. 29; and Kid Rock with Hank Williams, Jr., Sept. 28 Admission: varies Website: www.riverbend.org

suite of simulator rides, some of the first in North America, feature an exclusive space voyage experience. Be sure to mark your calendars for June 22-23 when the annual Vectren Dayton Air Show (daytonairshow.com), one of the nation’s premier aircraft events in the country, is set to happen and make it an aviation weekend. Admission; free; fee for theater and flight simulators Website: nationalmuseum.af.mil

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Museum

Location: 1301 Western Ave. Cincinnati (Hamilton) Phone: 513-287-7000 Description: Fans and new owners helped save Columbus’ professional soccer team from Cincinnati Museum Center moving to Texas, and a new Rose Music Center at the Heights stadium is in the Crew’s future. For now though, fans can still see Location: 6800 Executive Boulevard, Huber Heights (Greene) matches at the team’s venerable home, Mapfre Stadium, the first Phone: 513-232-6220 soccer-specific stadium built in the United States. Description: This covered, 4,200-seat seasonal venue is set for Admission: from $25 its fourth concert season. Performances for the 2019 season Website: cincymuseum.org include: Sammy Hagar and The Circle, May 20; Live on Mars - A Tribute to David Bowie, May 25; Travis Tritt and the Charlie Cincinnati Art Museum Daniels Band Outlaws, June 1 (sold out); Buddy Guy and Kenny Location: 953 Eden Park Drive, Cincinnati (Hamilton County) Wayne Shepherd, June 11; Big Head Todd and the Monsters and Phone: 513-639-2995 Toad the Wet Sprocket, June 12; Collective Soul and Gin Blos- Description: “No Spectators: The Art of Burning Man” runs from soms, June 13; Brett Eldredge, June 15; Brian Wilson presents “Pet April 26 through Sept. 2. The exhibition promises to transport Sounds: The Final Performances”, June 18; Robert Cray Band and audiences to the annual event in the Nevada desert by including Marc Cohn, Featuring Blind Boys of Alabama, June 19; Michael room-sized installations, films, costumes and even “mutant art McDonald and Chaka Khan, June 20; O.A.R., June 22; Styx, June vehicles.” A second exhibition, “Kimono: Refashioning Contem29 (sold out); 311 and Dirty Heads, July 2; Amos Lee and Bruce porary Style,” will run from June 28 to Sept. 15 and celebrate the Hornsby, July 16; Sugarland, July 19; Tedeschi Trucks Band, July influence of the kimono on fashion. 20; Los Lobos and The Mavericks, July 23; The Righteous Brothers If you haven’t been before, plan time to take a stroll through and the Temptations, July 25; Air Supply, July 26; Sarah McLach- scenic Eden Park where the museum resides. lan, July 30; Tesla, Aug. 6; Jonny Lang and JJ Grey & Mofro, Aug. 9; Admission: free, special exhibition admission is $12, $6 for those John Butler Trio+, Aug. 10; Foreigner, Aug. 12; Stray Cats, Aug. 14; 65 and older, college students and children ages 6-17. Children Live and Bush, Sept. 4; and REO Speedwagon, Sept. 27 5 and younger are free. Admission: varies Website: cincinnatiartmuseum.org Website: rosemusiccenter.com

museums National Museum of the United States Air Force

Location: 1100 Spaatz St., Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, near Dayton (Greene and Montgomery) Phone: 937-255-3286 Description: The world’s oldest and largest military aviation museum had a major expansion that opened last year, adding more than 70 aircraft in four new galleries exploring aircraft that touch on presidential items, research and development, space and global reach. In addition to the incredible exhibitions that have helped elevate this expansive museum to one of the top 10 most visited attractions in the state, you can now board a space shuttle, walk through four presidential aircraft, step inside cargo planes and enjoy new STEM educational opportunities that will help expand your mind. The best part is a visit comes with free admission and parking. The Air Force Museum Foundation’s new 50

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The Dayton Art Institute

Location: 456 Belmonte Park N., Dayton (Montgomery County) Phone: 937-223-4278 Description: Celebrating 100 years in 2019, the museum’s collection of Dayton Art Institute - Photo: Ken Miller encyclopedic 27,000 works spans 5,000 years of art history, including important Oceanic art, Asian art, European art, and American fine and decorative art collections. Exhibitions this year include “Our Century: Dayton Area Collects,” which opens June 29; “Dorothy Height’s Hats” (through June 23), “Monet and Impressionism” (May 11–Aug. 25); and “The Moon Museum” (June 29–Sept. 8). Admission: $8, or $5 for those 60 and older, active military and groups; free for students and children. Some special exhibitions may carry an additional fee. Website: daytonartinstitute.org

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American Sign Museum

Location: 1330 Monmouth Ave., Cincinnati (Hamilton) Phone: 513-541-6366 Description: The American Sign Museum, dedicated to the art and history of commercial signs and sign making, is the largest public museum dedicated to signs in the United States. Covering more than 100 years of American sign history in 20,000 square feet of indoor space, the museum is a walk through the ages of technology and design. Take a trip down memory lane at this hidden gem located in the Camp Washington neighborhood of Cincinnati as you take in hand carved wooden signs, gold leaf, electric light bulbs, and neon (all from 1870 through 1970). Admission: $15, or $10 for those ages 65 and older, college students and children ages 13 and older. Up to three children ages 12 and younger are free with paid admission. Website: americansignmuseum.org

SPORTING EVENTS Baseball CINCINNATI REDS

Location: The Great American Ball Park, 100 Joe Nuxhall Way, Cincinnati (Hamilton) Phone: 513-381-7337 Cincinnati Reds Ballpark Description: Located within walking distance of the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center, Yeatman’s Cove Park and other downtown Cincinnati attractions on the banks of the Ohio River is The Great American Ball Park — the home of the Cincinnati Reds. There’s nothing that says summer like a baseball game. Grab food before or after at the Moerlein Lager House and enjoy a very special day on foot before or after taking in a game featuring the oldest professional baseball team. The Reds play home games May 3-6; May 14-19; May 27-29; May 31; June 1-2; June 14-19; June 28-30; July 1-4; July 6-7; July 18-21; July 26-31; Aug. 5-6; Aug. 8-11; Aug. 15-21; Sept. 2-8; Sept. 20-22; Sept. 24-26.Admission: varies Website: mlb.com/reds

DAYTON DRAGONS

Location: Fifth Third Field, 220 N. Patterson Blvd., Dayton (Montgomery) Phone: 937-228-2287 Description: The Cincinnati Reds’ Class A affiliate boasts a beautiful home with top-notch amenities. The Dayton Dragons have averaged 8,360 fans per game and are celebrating 20 years in 2019. They have led the Class-A level in attendance in every year of their existence, and have finished first among all teams below the Triple-A level for 13 straight years from 2006-2018. In 2011, they broke the record for most consecutive sellouts by a professional sports team, selling out their 815th consecutive game, breaking the record formerly held by the Portland Trail Blazers. The Dragons play home games May 6-11; May 20-23; May 28-31; June 1-2; June 7-13; June 20-23; July 2-3; July 6-8 July 10-15; July 24-26; July 30-31; Aug. 1-6; Aug. 10-12; Aug. 21-23; Aug. 31-Sept. 2. Admission: varies Website: daytondragons.com

Pro football

CINCINNATI BENGALS

Location: 1 Paul Brown Stadium, Cincinnati (Hamilton) Phone: 866-621-8383; 513-621-8383 Description: The NFL team was established by the legendary Paul Brown and began play in 1968. Preseason home games have not yet been announced, but will happen in August. Check the website for details or to sign up to be notified when the schedule is released. Admission: varies Website: bengals.com

Tennis WESTERN & SOUTHERN FINANCIAL GROUP MASTERS & WOMEN’S OPEN

Location: Lindner Family Tennis Center, 5460 Courseview Drive, Mason (Warren) Phone: 513-651-0303 Description: Described as “the Grand Slam of the Midwest,” fans will see stars from both the Women’s Tennis Association and the Association of Tennis Professionals tours playing on adjacent courts Aug. 10-18. Website: cincytennis.com

FESTIVALS AND FAIRS Taste of Cincinnati

Location: Downtown Cincinnati on 5th Street from Race Street to Broadway (Hamilton) When: May 25-27 Phone: 513-579-3187 Description: One of the country’s longest running food festivals is back for another Memorial Day weekend featuring food, live entertainment and more food. More than a half million people are expected to attend the May 25-27 weekend. Bring cash, come hungry and be prepared to wait. The event, which began in 1979, it is now the nation’s longest running free culinary arts festival. Be sure to stop by Fountain Square and enjoy the view. Admission: Free Website: tasteofcincinnati.com

Riverfest

Location: Cincinnati Riverfront (Hamilton) Description: The Sunday before Labor Day — Sept. 1 this year — Sawyer Point plays host to a giant celebration at the end of summer. Live music, family activities and plenty to do during the day wraps up in the evening with the Western & Southern/WEBN Fireworks. It’s quite the show complete with a WEBN soundtrack. Admission: Free Website: webn.com

Annie Oakley Festival

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to Phoebe Anne Moses — better known as Annie Oakley. The event scheduled for July 26-28 will feature shooting contests, a car show, fast draw competitions, melodramas, historical tours, a pilgrimage to Annie’s grave, special displays at Garst Museum, a Saturday parade, antique market and concessions. Honoring Darke County’s most famous daughter is the center of this party’s mission and giving a turn of the century vibe is all part of it. If those July dates don’t work mark your calendar for Aug. 16-24 and head to the Great Darke County Fair (darkecountyfair.com). Admission: Free Website: annieoakleyfestival.org

The Ohio Challenge Balloon Festival

Location: Smith Park, 2301 Wedekind Drive, Middletown (Butler) Phone: 513-435-6361 Description: Hot air balloon races, fireworks, professional skydivers, live music, a classic car show, arts and crafts, food vendors, airplane and helicopter rides ... this festival, happening July 1920, really does have it all. Admission: $5; 12 and younger are free. Website: ohiochallenge.com

BREWERIES Moerlein Lager House

Location: 115 Joe Nuxhall Way, Cincinnati (Hamilton) Phone: 513-421-2337 Description: Located near The Great American Ball Park in Cincinnati, the Moerlein Lager House is a special place to visit with great views of the river. You can also visit the Moerlein taproom in Over the Rhine if you have time and like the beers. Website: moerleinlagerhouse.com

Rhinegeist

Location: 1910 Elm St, Cincinnati (Hamilton) Phone: 513-381-1367 Description: Rhinegeist translates to “Ghost of the Rhine” and refers to this popular brewery’s spot in historic Over-the-Rhine. Built within the skeleton of the old Moerlein bottling plant (1895), this is a newer brewery that has ties to Cincinnati’s rich brewing heritage. If you like IPA’s, try their Truth, made with Amarillo, Simcoe, Citra, and Centennial hops. Website: rhinegeist.com

Warped Wing

Location: 26 Wyandot St, Dayton (Montgomery) Phone: 937-222-7003 Description: This full-scale production brewery is located in the heart of downtown Dayton at the former site of the Buckeye Brass & Iron Foundry (circa 1938). They brew, keg, can, bottle and distribute beer to local restaurants, bars, grocers and retailers in the Dayton, Cincinnati and Columbus market. This cool warehouse space has a tasting room with a full slate of beers that can get very flavorful and creative depending on what you order. The Spent Grain Grill inside the space is a great place to grab food to pair with your beverage of choice. Website: warpedwing.com 52

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OUTDOOR ADVENTURES

Wake Nation

Location: Joyce Park, 201 Joe Nuxhall Way, Fairfield (Butler) Phone: 513-887-9253 Description: For an unforgettable adventure, head to Wake Nation, the only cable wake-boarding park in the Midwest and the best place to learn how to wakeboard, water ski, kneeboard and wake skate. The 10-acre lake in Butler County offers an opportunity to practice and hone water boarding skills without a boat. The main lake is capable of towing up to six riders at a time whipping them through a course of optional slides and rails. It’s as much fun for those riding as is for those observing, and it gets the whole family outdoors. Admission: $32 for two hours, $37 for four hours or $42 for an all day cable ticket; free for spectators; equipment rental available Website: wakenation.com

The Ohio Caverns

Location: 2210 State Route 245 East, West Liberty (Champaign) Phone: 937-465-4017 Description: For those looking to venture below the water table, a trip to The Ohio Caverns Ohio Caverns near West Liberty might be in order. This is the largest of Ohio’s caves, with over 2 miles of surveyed passageways ranging from 30 to 103 feet in depth. Tours leave about every 20 minutes and last about 45 minutes, so it’s an adventure into the Earth you don’t necessarily need to plan ahead for. The caverns remain a steady 54-degrees year-round with air that’s cleaner than what you can find above the ground. The largest and most famous formation in the Ohio Caverns is the Crystal King — one of the most perfectly formed stalactites in any cave. Nearly five feet long, weighing an estimated 400 pounds, and estimated to be over 200,000 years old dripping once every seven to eight minutes. Admission: $19, or $10 for children ages 5 to 12 Website: ohiocaverns.com

Ozone Zipline Adventures

Location: 5291 State Rt. 350, Oregonia (Warren) Phone: 800-255-5376 Description: If it’s an adrenaline rush you are looking for, southern Ohio has a wealth of Ozone Zipline Adventures adventure options willing to help make it happen. There are five major zip line canopy tours throughout the state — Hocking Hills, Loudonville, The Wilds Safari Park, Columbus, West Liberty — but one of the most breathtaking views can be had at Oregonia’s Ozone Zipline Adventures, which stretches across the Little Miami River offering transportation for guests at heights of up to 200 feet. For those who think they’ve seen it all, the program offers night zipping once-a-month on a Friday and Saturday closest to the full-moon. Admission: from $55; reservations required Website: campkern.org/ozone

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outheast Ohio blooms into its full splendor in the summer, boasting a wide array of lively music festivals, community street fairs, and outdoor (as well as indoor) adventures of all kinds. Whether you are native to the region or not, there’s no reason not to dive into the many adventures available to you in the hills and valleys of Appalachian Ohio.

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an ever-increasing collection of both familiar and exotic plants. Admission: Free Website: clarygardens.org

Outdoor Music and Drama The Nelsonville Music Festival

Location: 3301 Hocking Parkway, Nelsonville (Athens) When: June 6 - June 9 Phone: 740-753-1924 Description: The Nelsonville Music Festival might be Southeast Ohio’s best kept secret. For the past 15 years the event has been booking an impressive array of performers, and this year is no different, with the festival’s bill boasting the likes of Mavis StaThe Wilds – Photo Credit: Grahm S. Jones, Columbus Zoo and Aquarium ples, Tyler Childers, Thee Oh Sees, Death Cab For Cutie, Campdogzz and many more. The four-day event is not only chock full The Wilds of live music, there is also lots of regional food and art for sale, Location: 14000 International Road, Cumberland (Guernsey) and many have said that the camping experience alone at the Phone: 740-638-5030 festival is (almost) as impressive as the headliners the festival Description: Zebras, giraffes, cheetahs, camels, rhinos, and many books each year. other exotic animals freely roam The Wilds, a nonprofit safari park and conservation center that transformed an area of the state that was once marred by extensive strip mining. Enjoy an openair safari for a day full of fun, or stay the night in one of The Wilds’ various overnight accommodations, including the Cabins at Straker Lake, which can comfortably house up to six people. A variety of other activities, such as catch and release fishing, ziplining, horseback tours, and more, are also available. Pricing: Open Air Safari (2.5 hours): Get on board an open-air vehicle to enjoy a day tour experience with a wildlife guide for $30 per person; Wildside Tour (2.5 hours): Get paired up with someone on the Wilds’ animal management staff to see the innerworkings of the Wilds: $125 per person. Specialty Tour Rates: Fishing Safari: $75 per person from bank, $100 per person from boat; Horseback Safari: $30 per person; Evening at the Outpost: enjoy a drink and see some exotic wildlife for $180 a person; Sunset Safari Tour: $75 per person; Sunset Horseback Safari: $75 per person; Sunset Wildside Tour: $150 per person. Website: thewilds.org

Clary Gardens

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Location: 588 W. Chestnut St., Coshocton (Coshocton) Description: This scenic botanical garden and popular outdoor wedding venue boasts 20 acres of bodacious woodland trail with sandstone outcroppings, rolling hills, ponds, and

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Nelsonville Music Festival 2018 – Photo: Jordan Kelley/WOUB Public Media

Pricing: $75 (teen/Nelsonville resident pass); $175 weekend pass; $140 Stuart’s member pass; $350 VIP weekend pass; $40 camping pass; $100 motorhome pass; $750 Luxury bedroom “campfire experience” suite for two, does not include passes to the festival. Weekend passes go up $5 every two weeks until the event. Website: nelsonvillefest.org

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Location: Riverside Amphitheatre, 100 East Main St., Pomeroy (Meigs) When: July 26-July 27 Description: 2019 marks the 19th year for the Big Bend Blues Bash, which is being headlined by Randy McAllister, Scott Holt, Albert Castiglia, and Clarence Spady. The festival is organized by Jackie Welker of the Court Street Grill, a bar and restaurant that has also been attracting some of the hippest acts in contemporary blues and rock ‘n’ roll for the past several years. In addition to music, the festival also includes regional food and drink that one can enjoy

Museums

Southeast Ohio History Center

Location: 24 West State St., Athens (Athens) Phone: 740-592-2280 Hours: Wednesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Description: Since 2017, the SE Ohio History Center – Submitted Southeast Ohio History Center by: Southeast Ohio History Center has resided in the lovingly restored First Christian Church, a venue that the museum crafted to fit its unique needs precisely. The main exhibition room boasts a high ceiling with large windows, creating a thoughtful, peaceful atmosphere that compliments the carefully constructed exhibitions that the museum specializes in. Big Bend Blues Bash – Submitted by: This summer, the museum will continue to spotlight its “The AthThe Big Bend Blues Bash ens Asylum: 150 Years of a Healing Landscape,” which examines the complex and poignant history of the former Athens Lunatic on the banks of the Ohio River. Pricing: Friday: $20, Saturday: $25, Weekend: $40. Free camping Asylum, which now houses Ohio University’s Kennedy Museum of Art, as well as several spaces for the OU School of Art + Design. and boat docking on the Ohio River. Also on display this summer will be “Three Thousand Miles From Website: facebook.com/bigbendbluesbash Home: Southeast Ohioans in the First World War,” an exhibition that is in commemoration of the 2017-2019 First World War Centennial, which explores how the war impacted those living in Southeast Ohio. Admission: Adults: $7, Youth 12-18: $5, Seniors: $5, children under 12 free Website: athenshistory.org

Sporting Events

Coshocton Dulcimer Days – Submitted by: the Coshocton Dulcimer Days

Coshocton Dulcimer Days

Location: 200 North Whitewoman St., Coshocton (Coshocton) When: June 14-June 16 Description: 2019 marks the 45th annual Dulcimer Days Festival in Coshocton, which celebrates the history and unique beauty of the dulcimer. Headliners this year are Aaron O’Rourke and David Mahler. The event takes place in Roscoe Village, a quirky little spot that also happens to be a historically restored 1830s Ohio and Erie Canal town. Pricing: free, although the workshops that take place throughout the event are $15 each. Website: coshoctondulcimerdays.com

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Southern Ohio Copperheads (Athens)

Description: Since 2002, The Southern Ohio Copperheads have been fulfilling their multi-part mission by providing entertainment for families in southeast Ohio, offering a chance for collegiate players to improve their skills, and serving as a sort of hands-on learning laboratory for sports administration students at Ohio University. The community-owned, student-operated outfit has a number of games planned for this year. Games are played at Bob Wren Stadium on the Ohio University campus. Website: copperheadbaseball.com.

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SOUTHEAST OHAttractions

Festivals and Fairs

the brightness of a midsummer’s day in Southeast Ohio by strolling around the skillfully nurtured landscape of the gardens while enjoying free live music and perusing regional art for sale from more than 70 artisans. Admission: Free Website: lilyfest.com

Wineries and Breweries Pleasant Hill Vineyards

Location: 5015 Pleasant Hill Road, Athens (Athens) Phone: 740-502-3525 Hours: Open Wednesday through Friday 2 to 9 p.m. and Saturdays from noon to 9 p.m.

Y Bridge Arts Festival – Photo: Christopher Miller

Y Bridge Arts Festival

Location: Zane’s Landing Park, Market Street, Zanesville (Muskingum) When: Aug. 2-3 Description: The 11th annual Y Bridge Arts Festival will highlight the art native to Zanesville, taking its name from the unique three-way bridge in the city that spans the confluence of the Licking and Muskingum rivers. Organized by the Artist Colony of Zanesville (ArtCoz), the event is an open-air festival that includes the works of over 75 artists. The event spans two days that include a multitude of contemporary arts and crafts as well as food, live entertainment, and activities for children. Admission: Free Website: ybridgeartsfestival.com

Pleasant Hill Vineyards – Photo by: Nick Corder

Description: The Corder family bought the scenic Athens County property that this vineyard is located on in 2012 and shortly afterward opened a winery that boasts 10 wine types created on site. Ever since, the vineyard has been offering tasty appetizers, such as baked chicken artichoke dip served warm with toasted sourdough triangles and baked brie complete with fruit and pita points, alongside their varieties of sweet and dry wines. Website: pleasanthillvineyardsllc.com

Devil’s Kettle Brewing

Lilyfest

Lilyfest – Photo: Emily Votaw/WOUB Public Media

Location: 13200 Little Cola Drive, Rockbridge (Hocking) When: July 12-14 Description: Lilyfest is a family friendly art and music festival that takes place in the picturesque Bishop Educational Gardens. Enjoy 56

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Devil’s Kettle Brewing – Submitted by: Devil’s Kettle Brewing

Location: 97 Columbus Road, Athens (Athens) Phone: 740-589-7187 Hours: Wednesday through Friday 4 to 10 p.m.; Saturday noon to 10 p.m., and Sunday 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Description: Devil’s Kettle Brewing opened in Athens in 2015, serving a variety of beers perfected by Brewmaster Cameron Fuller. The establishment recently opened a full, permanent kitchen that is an offshoot of Pork and Pickles, a regional butcher shop that specializes very literally in pork and pickles (of so many varieties). Website: devilskettlebrew. com

SOUTHEAST OHAttractions Sixth Sense Brewing Company

Location: 175 Main St., Jackson (Jackson) Phone: 740-577-3681 Hours: Wednesday, Thursday 4 to 10 p.m.; Friday 4 to 11 p.m.; Saturday noon to 11 p.m.; Sunday noon to 8 p.m. Description: This small batch brewery is quite the find. The establishment features an array of regional beers, as well as a food menu that boasts a pretty impressive selection of burritos, tacos, and other exciting dishes. Sixth Sense also hosts live entertainment on a regular basis. Website: facebook.com/ sixthsensebrewery Coshocton Lake Park– Photo submitted by: Visit Coshocton

Outdoor Adventures

Coshocton Lake Park

Location: 23253 State Route 83, North Coshocton (Coshocton) Phone: 740-622-7528 Description: Just a short half-mile trek outside of Coshocton proper, Coshocton’s Lake Park is a one-stop-shop for a variety of summertime fun. The family-friendly recreation spot features camping, hiking, biking, swimming, fishing, picnicking, and a full-fledged aquatic center with water and tube slides, as well as a kiddie play area. The Lake Park Pavilion, which is in the middle of the Lake Park, is a beautifully restored 1920s-era dance hall which can be rented out for everything from dances to weddings. Another historic charm of the park is the horse-drawn Monticello III Canal Boat that offers seasonal rides to visitors. Admission to the park is free. Admission to the aquatic center is $5 for ages 3-17, $7 for adults over 17, and free for children 0-2 years old. Canal boat rides are $6 for children ages 5-12, $7 for seniors, and $8 for adults. Camping is $28 a night for an electric site, $20 a night for a tent only area, and $15 a night for youth and scout groups. Website: coshoctonlakepark.com

Moonville Tunnel – Photo: Brad Schwab

Moonville Tunnel

Location: Hope-Moonville Road, McArthur (Vinton) Phone: 740-577-3681 Description: Although allegedly haunted, Moonville Tunnel makes a nice day trip into the Southeast Ohio semi-wilderness, regardless of whether you pick up a curse along the way or not. The area was once home to a railroad tunnel and Moonville itself, a former mining town that reached its peak population in the 1870s, with around 100 residents. Now the area is home to a well-kept walking trail, which famously takes you through the deserted Moonville tunnel. Website: moonvillerailtrail.com

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EVENTS 2019 Calendar

Shown above is the Akron Civic Theatre, a historic entertainment venue in the downtown area of the Rubber City -- just one of countless options for arts, culture and recreation in our state.

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RECURRING EVERY TUESDAY THRU 2019 TWINSBURG Weekly Bible Study with Pastor Shirley Greenslade 10am-11:45am This nonprofit event (with no book sales) is an on-going gathering of area residents and their guests to study the King James Bible. Price: FREE (no childcare available) Place: Twinsburg Public Library, 10050 Ravenna Rd., Twinsburg, 44087

2ND SATURDAY SHREVE Museum Open Houses Noon - 3:00 pm Both the Ken Miller Supply Oil & Gas Museum and the County Line Historical Society Museum are open the second Saturday of each month for you to explore! At the Ken Miller Museum, you'll find early gas pumps, drilling machines, tractors, trucks and cars. Also find information about the Pennsylvania Railroad and Shreve industry. Adults, $5. Children 12 and younger free. Admission benefits County Line Historical Society. For information, or special appointment for a group, call 330-496-4024. To visit the County Line Historical Museum, park at Shreve Mobil, PNC bank and downtown parking lots. Handicapped parking at rear of museum, entering alley off East Robinson Street. Adults $2, children 12 and younger free. Admission benefits County Line Historical Society. Place: Ken Miller Museum - 7920 Shreve Rd., and County Line Museum, 281 N. Market St., both in Shreve, Ohio, 44676 www.shreveohio.com

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MAY MAY 11 ORRVILLE National Train Day Celebration noon-4pm

MAY 4 WOOSTER Wooster Noon Lions' Annual Flea Market 8am-3pm Join our 40th annual flea market and come see and buy, rain or shine! Our flea market features over 100 craft vendors. Food vendors too! Come join the fun in searching for that unique find! Place: Wayne County Fairgrounds Price: $1.00 entry fee per person www.woosternoonlions.org

Join us for the celebration of the 150 year anniversary of the driving of the golden spike to finish the Transcontinental Railroad. Place: Orrville Depot Museum, 145 Depot St., Orrville Price: by donation orrvillerailroad.com

MAY 18 ORRVILLE 3rd Annual Wayne County Mini Maker Faire 10 am-3 pm A Celebration of Invention, Creativity & Curiosity Price: Free and open to the public Place: The University of Akron Wayne College, 1901 Smucker Road, Orrville

Rugged Maniac is like recess for grown-ups, except our playground has a 3-story water slide, trampolines, and a fire jump, and there’s a huge festival right in the middle of everything with a DJ and plenty of beer! Check out the playground — our 3-mile course packed with 20+ epic obstacles designed to both challenge and thrill Maniacs of all fitness levels, from couch potatoes to marathoners. The course opens at 9 a.m. but you’ll select a specific time to run when you buy your tickets. Each time slot is limited to just 200 Maniacs each, so grab your friends and reserve your spot before it sells out! What you get: High-quality tech shirt, Racer Medal, Free Photos, One Free Beer Place: Delaware County Fairgrounds, 236 Pennsylvania Ave, Delaware, OH 43015 Price: $79 and up TO REGISTER:

MAY 19 SMITHVILLE Antique Power Engine Show and Vintage Baseball 1:30pm - 4pm