CALENDAR MAY Central Festivals

MAY 13

Delaware County Vintage & Artisan Festival

Enjoy a lively day of shopping for antiques, vintage decor, jewelry, art and artisan crafts. The festival features food trucks, musical entertainment, a car show and more. Boardman Arts Park, 154 W. William St., Delaware, 614/2268744. boardmanartspark.org. 8 a.m.–3 p.m. Adults and seniors $3, children free

MAY 27–28

Columbus Asian Festival

Learn about the cultures and traditions of people from China, Japan, India, Indonesia, Cambodia, Korea, Malaysia, Thailand, Philippines, Laos and Pakistan. The event offers performing and visual arts shows, children’s activities, cultural displays, martial arts demonstrations and educational exhibitions. Franklin Park, 1755 E. Broad St., Columbus, asian-festival.org. Visit website for times and prices

MAY 27–29

Sertoma Ice Cream Festival

Dig in to delicious food and Velvet Ice Cream with fun for the whole family, including kids’ contests, ice cream-eating competitions, local artisans, pony rides, a classic car show and live entertainment. Ye Olde Mill and Velvet Ice Cream Co., 11324 Mt. Vernon Rd., Utica, 740/892-3921. velveticecream.com. Visit website for times. $5 per vehicle

Museums + Exhibits

THRU JUL 7

Interwoven: The Many Voices of Fiber

May 20

Ohio Village Summer Opening Day

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Northeast Festivals

Join Ohio Village’s residents as they celebrate the beginning of summer with the arrival of a traveling carnival. Enjoy classic carnival games, interact with adorable animals and see fantastical presentations. Ohio Village, 800 E. 17th Ave., Columbus, 614/297-2663. ohiohistory.org/carnival. 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Adults $16, 60+ and college ID $14, children 4–12 $10, members and children 3 and under free

Music + Theater

MAY 13

Mendelssohn Violin Concerto

Listen to internationally acclaimed violinist Timothy Chooi as he performs the Mendelssohn Violin Concerto during the Newark-Granville Symphony Orchestra’s season finale. Chooi is the winner of several major competitions and known for his passionate performances and brilliant technique. Midland Theatre, 36 N. Park Pl., Newark, 740/345-5483. midlandtheatre.org.

7:30 p.m. $15–$30

MAY 13

Star Wars: Return of the Jedi Live in Concert

This “Star Wars” installment takes on new life with conductor Stuart Chafetz. After a quick trip back to Tatooine, Luke Skywalker, Leia Organa and Han Solo are reunited and join up with the amassing rebel fleet to take down the evil Empire. Enjoy the Columbus Symphony Orchestra’s accompaniment to this epic tale. Columbus Symphony Orchestra, 55 E. State St., Columbus, 614/469-0939. columbussymphony.com. 8 p.m. Visit website for prices.

Other Events

MAY 25–28

Columbus Moving Picture Show 2023

MAY 12–13

HCAHC 45th Annual Spring Festival and Auction

Stop by the gallery during open hours to see the “Interwoven: The Many Voices of Fiber” exhibition, curated by Quilt and Surface Design Symposium director Tracy Rieger. Image Credit: Laura Alexander, “Smoosh,” 2022. Ohio Arts Council’s Riffe Gallery, 77 S. High St., Columbus, 614/644-9624. riffegallery.org. Tues.–Fri. noon–5 p.m. Free

Experience classic movies, seminars and book signings. Shop for original posters, autographs, trading cards, books, records, toys and more. All screenings are on 16mm film, with a focus on rarely seen pre-1960s titles. Renaissance Columbus Downtown Hotel, 50 N. Third St., Columbus, columbusmovingpictureshow.com. Visit website for times. Weekend admission $70, children are free

Visit Amish Country on Friday night for live music, food, volleyball and a bake sale. Saturday features breakfast, a barbecue chicken lunch, auctions for furniture, crafts and quilts as well as a silent auction. For more information, visit HCAHC Annual Spring Festival on Facebook. Holmes County Board of Developmental Disabilities, 8001 Township Rd. 574, Holmesville, 330/674-8045. Fri. 6–10 p.m., Sat. 7a.m.–5 p.m. Free

MAY 26–29

Berea’s National Rib Cook-Off & Beer-Fest

This rib and brew extravaganza offers a family-friendly atmosphere. Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds, 19201 E. Bagley Rd., Middleburg Heights, 440/234-5181. berearib.com. Visit website for times and prices

MAY 31–JUN 3

Dennison Railroad Festival

This festival honors the town’s heritage with food, games and rides, a train exhibit, tours and performances, as well as a parade and car show. Downtown Dennison, facebook.com/drrfestival. Visit website for times and prices

Museums + Exhibits

MAY 2–JUL 23

Finding Home: Four Artists’ Journeys

This exhibition features visual memoirs that bring the immigration experience to life in im ages and words. Canton Museum of Art, 1001 Market Ave. N., Canton, 330/453-7666. cantonart.org. Visit website for times and prices.

Music + Theater

MAY 4–NOV 1

Dear Soldier Boy

Other Events

ONGOING

Hartville Antique & Thrift Trail perience the game of golf for a great family rate. Reservations requested by calling the fieldhouse at 330/740-7112. Mill Creek Golf Course, 1 W. Golf Dr., Boardman, millcreekmetroparks.org. Fri. & Sat. 5 p.m. $25 per family of 4

MAY 2–31

Wine Tasting & Barrel Room

Tour in The Cave

An Amish girl corresponding with a soldier? The drama unfolds in “Dear Soldier Boy,” showing at Ohio Star Theater, written by Martha Bolton, with original songs composed by Wally Nason. Ohio Star Theater, 1387 Old Route 39, Sugarcreek, 855/344-7547. ohiostartheater.com. Visit website for times. $42–$60

MAY 13

Akron Symphony Orchestra: Brahms Requiem

Composer Timothy Adams tells the story of Harriet Tubman — nurse, spy, reformer and conductor on the Underground Railroad. Known as the “Moses of her people,” Tubman was devoted to saving other people’s lives, at repeated risk to her own. Brahms’ “Requiem” offers its consoling opening strains as a masterpiece promising comfort. E.J. Thomas Performing Arts Hall, 302 E. Buchtel Ave., Akron, 330/972-7111. uakron. edu/ej. 7:30 p.m. $15–$60

Scour the Hartville Flea Market and explore over a dozen antique, upcycled, thrift and resale shops for one-of-a-kind finds. Maps are available at each location and online. Spans 20 Hartville area shops, 330/877-5500. discoverhartville.com/ antiquethrifttrail. Hours vary by shop. Free

THRU OCT 28

Family Fun Golf Nights

It’s all about Gervasi wine! A Gervasi Wine Ambassador will lead you through four wine tastes served with an antipasti cup followed by a tour of the underground Wine Barrel Cave. Gervasi Vineyard Resort & Spa, 1700 55th St. NE, Canton, 330/497-1000. gervasivineyard.com.

Tours Tues.–Fri. & Sun. 1:30 p.m., Sat. noon & 1:30 p.m. $29

MAY 5

Wildflower Walk at Mohican State Park

Bring the family to Mill Creek Golf Course and ex-

Join this naturalist-led walk that makes for a fun and educational experience while looking for the park’s annual spring wildflowers. Mohican State Park, 3116 St. Rte. 3, Loudonville, 419/9945125. ohiodnr.gov. 10 a.m.–noon. Free

MAY 7–28

Distillery Tasting Tour

custom chocolates at each one. The Chocolate Tour includes approximately one pound of unique chocolates as well as special coupons. Visit lehmans.com/events to purchase tickets. Lehman’s and various venues, 4779 Kidron Rd., Kidron, 800/438-5346. 9 a.m.–5 p.m. $25

MAY 20 720 May MKT

Led by a Gervasi Spirits Ambassador, this tour includes a logo shot glass to take home and three spirit tastes with a salty sidecar snack, all while touring the distillery. Gervasi Vineyard Resort & Spa, 1700 55th St. NE, Canton, 330/497-1000. gervasivineyard.com. Sundays

3 p.m. $21

MAY 19–20

Chocolate Tour

Enjoy street-market-style, open-air shopping with the makers, bakers, brewers and growers of 720 Market. Plus, enjoy live music, food trucks, coffee and craft beer at this free, family-friendly event. North Canton City Square, 141 N. Main St., North Canton, 330/571-0367. eventsby720.com.

10:30 a.m.–3 p.m. Free

MAY 20

Slime Run

Travel through Amish Country, stopping to shop at seven venues and collecting delicious

Lace up your shoes and get ready to be slimed during this one-of-a-kind interactive 5K, where you will encounter a different slime feature each kilometer of the run. Medina County Fairgrounds, 720 W. Smith Rd., Medina. slimerun5k.com. Visit website for times and prices

Find treasures and wear your walking shoes at this two-day indoor and outdoor flea market that typically features over 1,000 outdoor vendors and around 30,000 customers. Hartville MarketPlace & Flea Market, 1289 Edison St. NW, Hartville, 330/877-9860. hartvillemarketplace.com.

Sat. & Mon. 8 a.m.–5 p.m. Free

Northwest Festivals

MAY 13

18th Annual Lilac Festival and Street Fair

Join the celebration of Defiance’s official flower with the community’s largest art and craft fair. Enjoy a day of entertainment featuring 750 free lilac seedlings, street vendors, food and children’s activities. Clinton Street, downtown Defiance, 419/782-0739. visitdefianceohio.com.

10 a.m.–4 p.m. Free