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lectric cooperatives across Ohio join the nation this month in honoring veterans of the U.S. armed forces — America’s courageous protectors, defenders, and heroes. We proudly acknowledge veterans’ dedication to our country, and we are grateful for the unique strengths and noble characteristics our veterans bring to the cooperative network.
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INSIDE FEATURES
24 TINY, TASTY, HEALTHY A Huron farmer’s pursuit of all things green, purple, white, fuchsia, orange, pink ...
26 EVERYDAY THANKSGIVING Turkey’s always on the menu just north of the border.
30 2021 GIFT GUIDE “Home for the holidays” takes on a whole new meaning when you choose gifts created by Ohio makers. Cover image on most editions: South Central Power Company member Jane Ann Queen of Ashville displays her Nanny’s White Christmas Pie — the winner of our Holiday Favorites 2021 reader recipe contest (photo by Catherine Murray). This page: Holmes-Wayne Electric Cooperative member (and former employee) Gary Snyder found a way to honor his fallen comrades from Vietnam and other wars by building a memorial in his backyard (photo by Jeff McCallister, story on page 8).
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UP FRONT
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here is a lot of discussion taking place on what to do about carbon emissions. In fact, Congress is actively considering proposals that would require dramatic reductions from the electric power sector over the next 10 years. The Biden administration has endorsed a “carbon-free by 2035” goal for electricity production. Since 2005, carbon emissions from U.S. electricity production have been reduced by more than 30%, while other sources of emissions in the U.S. have remained relatively unchanged — and global emissions have continued to increase. That dramatic reduction has been the result of increased use of highefficiency natural gas power plants and increasing contributions from renewable sources like wind and solar. Electricity production will continue to get cleaner and greener over the next several years. At the same time, however, we need to be careful not to let aspirational goals like “carbon-free by 2035” impose arbitrary limits on our ability to maintain a reliable and affordable supply of electricity. Just in the past 12 months, we have seen grid failures in Texas and in California that resulted in tragic loss of life and destruction of property. Those failures were both predictable and avoidable as changes to the electric power infrastructure went too far, too fast. Making our power system work reliably, especially during periods of extreme weather, remains the highest priority for Buckeye Power and the entire electric power industry. Ohio’s electric cooperatives remain committed to doing what we can to keep your supply of electricity reliable, affordable, and always available — and to do so in an environmentally responsible manner. Electric co-ops continue to drive innovation across the electric sector with community solar arrays; advanced metering; demand response; battery storage; carbon capture, use, and storage; and by replacing direct fossil fuel use with lower-emitting electrification. We will support commonsense policies that help accomplish those goals — but will resist arbitrary or unrealistic constraints that negatively affect our members and our communities. As we gather to express our gratitude for the blessings that have been bestowed upon us this Thanksgiving Day, please know your electric cooperative appreciates the opportunity to serve you today and every day.
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Pat O’Loughlin PRESIDENT & CEO OHIO’S ELECTRIC COOPERATIVES
We will support commonsense policies that help accomplish [carbon-reduction] goals — but will resist arbitrary or unrealistic constraints that negatively affect our members and our communities.
NOVEMBER 2021 • Volume 64, No. 2
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Patrick O’Loughlin President & CEO Jeff McCallister Managing Editor Rebecca Seum Associate Editor Anita Cook Graphic Designer Contributors: Colleen Romick Clark, Victoria Ellwood, Getty Images, W.H. “Chip” Gross, Catherine Murray, James Proffitt, Margie Wuebker, and Damaine Vonada. OHIO COOPERATIVE LIVING (USPS 134-760; ISSN 2572-049X) is published monthly by Ohio Rural Electric Cooperatives, Inc. It is the official communication link between the electric cooperatives in Ohio and West Virginia and their members. Subscription cost for members ranges from $5.52 to $6.96 per year, paid from equity accruing to the member. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to editorial and advertising offices at: 6677 Busch Boulevard, Columbus, OH 43229-1101. Periodicals postage paid at Pontiac, IL 61764, and at additional mailing offices. Nothing in this publication may be reproduced in any manner without written permission from Ohio Rural Electric Cooperatives, Inc. All rights reserved. The fact that a product is advertised in Ohio Cooperative Living should not be taken as an endorsement. If you find an advertisement misleading or a product unsatisfactory, please notify us or the Ohio Attorney General’s Offi ce, Consumer Protection Section, 30 E. Broad St., Columbus, OH 43215. Periodicals postage paid at Columbus, OH, and at additional mailing offices.
Carbon-free by 2035? What exactly would it take to reach the administration’s ambitious goal?
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Some gave all: A retired co-op employee builds a deeply personal war memorial in his own backyard.
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Deer death duels: Usually, when whitetail bucks battle for turf, it’s nothing more than a moment of pushing and shoving — but not always.
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Holiday Favorites: Our reader recipe contest winner carries on a family tradition started by her grandparents.
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ver the last few months, Ohio Cooperative Living has taken a look at why we still need coal — an analysis of cost and reliability factors of different generation resources; a review of the sources of electricity used to power Ohio’s co-op member homes and businesses; an explanation of the significant investments the co-ops have made that have resulted in the Cardinal Plant becoming one of the cleanest coal-burning plants in the world; and a preview of a coming program to introduce more renewable generation into the electricity mix. President Joe Biden has announced a goal for the United States to decarbonize its electricity grid by 2035. Unless there are major technology breakthroughs, however, it would mean eliminating the use of coal and natural gas to produce electricity within the next 15 years — a tall order, considering fossil fuels currently produce more than 60% of the nation’s electricity, and even more than that here in Ohio. This month, we take a brief look at some of the challenges that must be overcome in order to decarbonize the grid.
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ADDING TRANSMISSION Hundreds of billions of dollars will be needed to build and upgrade the transmission system to carry more electricity from wind and solar. An MIT study found transmission capacity will need to be doubled, and recent transmission projects have taken as long as 17 to 20 years to complete.
HAVING ELECTRICITY AT ALL TIMES Wind and solar can produce electricity only when the wind is blowing and the sun is shining. Lack of solar power when the sun goes down contributed to California’s power blackouts and emergency measures last summer. Conventional electricity sources, like coal, will be needed for the foreseeable future to back up wind and solar.
ALLOWING TIME FOR TECHNOLOGY The gap between electricity demand and wind and solar output must be filled by other sources of electricity. The cost of battery storage is dropping, but it is still expensive. Carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS) would allow fossil fuel-fired degeneration to continue, but while it shows promise, it is risky to assume it can be both cost-effective and widely deployed within 15 years without significant investment and incentives from the federal government.
CHANGING ELECTRICITY MARKETS The nation’s existing power markets were not designed to handle large amounts of renewable power. New systems will need to be developed to operate carbonfree power markets.
AVOIDING STRANDED COSTS More than 30% of U.S. electric generating capacity is less than 20 years old — including much of the scrubber equipment that makes the Cardinal Plant, owned by Ohio’s electric cooperatives, one of the cleanest coalfired plants in the world. Those sources of generation still need to be paid for whether they’re being used or not.
MAINTAINING FUEL SECURITY AND FUEL DIVERSITY The electricity grid will become less fuel secure and less fuel diverse as the power sector is decarbonized. Both attributes help the grid to maintain its reliability and resilience.
PROTECTING JOBS More than 185,000 jobs nationwide are supported by coal-fired electric power generation. All would be at risk, as would some of the 686,000 jobs supported by the natural gas industry.
These and other challenges will have to be overcome to decarbonize the grid while maintaining reliable, resilient, and affordable supplies of electricity.
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INDUSTRY LEADERS
LABOR UNIONS
“We need to be careful not to let aspirational goals like “carbon free by 2035” impose arbitrary limits on our ability to maintain a reliable and affordable supply of electricity.”
“We support the transition to renewable energy but disagree with arbitrary numbers that don’t take into account our current energy mix and energy needs. 2050 is certainly better than 2035.”
– Patrick O’Loughlin | President and CEO Ohio’s Electric Cooperatives
“What concerns the industry as a whole is 2035, and what you’re hearing from the industry is a recognition that we need to get it right. We can’t compromise reliability.” – Lisa Barton | Executive vice president and COO American Electric Power Co.
– Yvette Pena O’Sullivan | Executive director Laborers’ International Union of North America
“We will not support policies that accelerate the closure of coal plants. The closures are already happening more rapidly than communities can deal with and are leaving economic devastation behind them.” – Lee Anderson | Director of government affairs Utility Workers Union of America
TRADE ASSOCIATIONS “Where’s the technology today that can allow that to happen? What are going to be the commercially viable, always-available, and affordable carbon-free technologies to provide electricity? People can set goal X, Y, or Z, but are the lights going to go on whenever consumers flip the switch? And will they be able to afford it?” – Jim Matheson | CEO National Rural Electric Cooperative Association (NRECA)
“It’s not something we can do in a very short period of time, and it’s going to come at considerable costs.” – Desmarie Waterhouse | Vice president of government relations American Public Power Association (APPA)
GRID OPERATORS “When we start looking at what 2040 looks like, you look at the performance of existing assets and the storage capabilities of existing battery technologies. All our models suggest there are just enough days when the wind doesn’t blow and the sun is shielded, and not enough battery storage to fill those gaps.” – Richard Dewey | CEO New York Independent System Operator (NYISO)
“In transmission terms, 2035 is like tomorrow. It feels challenging to me.” – Jennifer Curran | Vice president of system planning Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO)
ENERGY ANALYSTS “The key threat is that too much investment too fast would raise customer bills more than customers might be willing to spend.” – Travis Miller | Equity strategist Morningstar Research Services
“The pace of wind and solar isn’t going fast enough to meet the 2035 target. But even if it was, there would also have to be contributions from new technologies like batteries, carbon capture and storage, nuclear, or hydrogen.” – Tom Rowlands-Rees | Head of North American research BloombergNEF
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ELECTED OFFICIALS “I think that we can do [the clean energy transition] and move forward, but we’re not going to eliminate. You can’t just say we’re going to eliminate using all fossil and coal’s going to be out, oil’s going to be out, everything else, gas is going to be out of it.” – Sen. Joe Manchin (D-WV)
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Retired co-op employee builds a deeply personal war memorial in his own backyard. BY VICTORIA ELLWOOD
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hrough the years, Gary Snyder’s had plenty to keep busy, what with a 43-year career at Holmes-Wayne Electric Cooperative; raising three kids with his wife, Karin; and all the mowing and chores on his 6-acre property just outside Millersburg. Yet in the back of his mind, Snyder, a Vietnam veteran, always mused about finding a way to honor his brothers-in-arms who didn’t come home from the war. It was the pandemic that moved him to action. “I was just sitting around, getting outside, kind of bored,” he says. “We have a lot of space out here, and I started thinking I ought to put in a memorial for my buddies who didn’t make it back.” And so, he did. With the help of landscapers, stonemasons, contractors, and monument-makers, Snyder funded and built an impressive military memorial right in his backyard. Situated in a peaceful setting, surrounded by towering trees, the memorial centers on a hexagon-shaped stone terrace enveloped on three sides by stone walls of varying heights. Topping one wall are stone markers honoring the four U.S. service branches — Air Force, Army, Navy, Marines — along with POWs.
When he first returned from Vietnam in 1969 to an apathetic America, a bright spot was meeting Karin. “I was just driving around one afternoon in Wayne County and saw her driving the other way. I thought, wow, I have to meet that girl.” So he turned his car around, flagged her down, and they’ve been together ever since. Today, the couple enjoys puttering around their property with rescue dog Summi and spending lots of time with their grown children and six grandkids. The couple likes to light the firepit at the military memorial in the evenings and relish the peaceful setting. But it’s times alone that Snyder really feels the presence of his buddies. “If I’m out there by myself, I can think about them, I can see their faces, and you know it’s just like they’re with me,” he says. “They never became husbands. Never became fathers or grandfathers. I try to live my life to honor them, and I hope I did a good job of it.”
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A massive bronze plaque honors Snyder’s comrades. Among them, Larry Barton, his best friend from high school, who was killed in ’Nam in 1967 just 200 miles from where Snyder was fighting. A cousin, Jerry Spitler. A few other classmates. And a pilot who “was my rear seat-pilot in an F4 fighter bomber,” Snyder says. “He later was shot down over Cambodia in 1970, and his remains were never found.”
Snyder grew up in Holmes County and served three Vietnam tours in the Air Force and Army from 1967 to 1969. Once he got back home, he worked for four decades at Holmes-Wayne Electric — he’s still a member — starting as an apprentice lineman before serving as first class lineman and foreman and later overseeing line projections and service plans.
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WOODS, WATERS, AND WILDLIFE
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ach autumn, testosterone-fueled whitetail bucks, their necks swollen to twice normal size in preparation for battle, clash in combat to determine who will win the right to breed the area’s does. Most of the time, the fights are nothing more than violent pushing and shoving matches lasting only a few minutes, with one or both of the combatants possibly a little bloodied, but injuries are usually not serious. Occasionally, however, the antlers of mature bucks can become so inextricably interlocked that separation is impossible. The deer are then doomed to a long, slow death from starvation or exposure. It doesn’t happen often, but each year pairs of such deer are reported throughout the Buckeye State.
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Clint Walker, a member of Consolidated Cooperative, discovered just such a pair of dead bucks on his farm in Morrow County in north-central Ohio during the autumn of 2017. Interestingly, this is not the first unusual find on the Walker farm. In 2013, a mastodon skeleton was discovered and subsequently excavated by biology professors and students from Ashland University. According to carbon-14 dating techniques, the giant bones were estimated at 13,000 years old. Al Brown discovered a pair of whitetail bucks in an antler death lock on his property near Lucas, Ohio, several years ago and turned his rare find into a stunning, one-of-a-kind work of wildlife art.
“I first saw the tips of the antlers sticking out of the water of a wetland I had created and, being a hunter, instantly knew what had happened,” Brown says. “Two bucks had locked antlers, then fought their way into my wetland where they drowned.” The bucks turned out to be two mature 10-pointers, one with an unusual double drop tine set of antlers. It was a once-in-a-lifetime discovery, and Brown thought of a unique way to display his find. “I first milled some sassafras wood from my property and added a slab of natural granite to the base of the display to help steady it. I then began carving the wood that would eventually hold the two deer heads in place. I probably have several hundred hours invested in creating the sculpture. My goal was to make it look organic, as if it was emerging from the earth.” Even more rare than two whitetail bucks getting their antlers entangled is three bucks doing so. That happened several years ago in southern Ohio, and as with Al Brown’s bucks, the trio was found drowned, in the deep pool of a small stream. Bull moose, the largest member of the deer family, can weigh nearly a ton, and even though their antlers are much heavier and more palmated than those of whitetail deer, they can also become intertwined during battle. On display outside the entrance to Eielson Visitor Center at Denali National Park in Alaska are two such moose skulls, discovered in 2003. If you examine the skulls closely, you can see that a sharp antler tine from one of the bulls pierced the eye socket of the other animal, no doubt blinding the unlucky bull in that eye before the pair died.
Above: Interlocked moose antlers on display at Denali National Park’s Eielson Visitor Center in Alaska; below: two entangled whitetail deer heads as they appeared when found on the Clint Walker farm in Morrow County in 2017; opposite: Al Brown’s deer-head sculpture, featuring locked whitetail deer antlers.
By the time the two dead moose were found by park naturalists, the meat had been stripped from the bones by predators and the skeletons scattered. The same happens in Ohio; death for one means life for another. The circle of life in the wild continues …
Note: Before taking possession of any deer antlers, deer carcass, or any other deer parts, always contact a state wildlife officer (1-800-WILDLIFE) to obtain the proper permit.
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ne of Jane Ann Queen’s earliest holiday memories is the snowy white pies at her grandparents’ house in Marion.
“My nanny, Annabelle Criswell Layton, made this pie not only to serve her family after Christmas dinner, but she made them for friends and extended family members as well,” says Queen, a South Central Power Company member from Ashville. “As a matter of fact, she and my granddad would make several dozen of these pies and deliver them to lucky friends or family members on Christmas Eve, dressed up as Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus.” Continued on page 16
Dreaming of a white Christmas (pie)
Grand-prize winner enjoys keeping her family’s holiday tradition alive. PHOTOS BY CATHERINE MURRAY
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After her grandmother died several years ago, Queen picked up the torch and began making Nanny’s White Christmas Pie herself. “It keeps me connected to my grandparents and keeps those family ties going strong,” she says. “That means a great deal to me and to my family when we eat it.” When she first started making the pie, though, it was just for the family dinner table. “At first I didn’t deliver any, but before long I started getting requests from friends and family and coworkers,” she says. “Last year, I made six of them. I don’t make nearly as many as my nanny and granddad did, and I haven’t dressed up as Mrs. Claus yet, but who knows?” As grand-prize winner in Ohio Cooperative Living’s Holiday Favorites 2021 reader recipe contest, Queen received an Ohio-made KitchenAid stand mixer. Runners-up Marlene Franklin of Kelleys Island and Debbie Atchley of Cecil each received a copy of The Complete Holiday Cookbook. MARLENE FRANKLIN always wondered why cranberry sauce was ever-present on her family’s holiday dinner table when she was growing up. “No one ever ate it except for Uncle Pat,” says Franklin, who lives on Kelleys Island and is a member of Hancock-Wood Electric Cooperative. Even so, Franklin says she was determined to keep it a part of the meal when she started hosting for the holidays — “It was tradition,” she says — and tried numerous variations over the ensuing years. Finally, she came across a recipe that she adapted into her Cranberry-Jalapeño Cream Cheese Dip, which has become a family favorite rather than an afterthought. “When I found this recipe about 10 years ago, I think I nailed it,” she says. “It is so tasty, and my family and guests cannot get enough of it. I am always asked for the recipe.” DEBBIE ATCHLEY reckons there would be a family revolt if she were to ever skip baking her Oat Dinner Rolls for the holidays. “It would cause an uproar, to say the least,” says Atchley, a member of Paulding Putnam Electric Cooperative who lives in Cecil. “They hold the honor of being the longest-running request from my family for our holiday gatherings.” As an added bonus: Extra rolls make delicious slider buns for any leftover ham or turkey sandwiches. “They take a little extra effort, but they are oh so worth it,” she says.
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NANNY’S WHITE CHRISTMAS PIE Prep: 20 minutes | Servings: 12 1 tablespoon unflavored gelatin ¼ cup cold water ½ cup granulated sugar ¼ cup all-purpose flour ½ teaspoon salt 1½ cups cold milk ¾ teaspoon vanilla extract ¼ teaspoon almond extract 8 ounces whipped topping
Meringue: 3 egg whites ¼ teaspoon cream of tartar ½ cup granulated sugar 1 cup shredded coconut, plus additional for sprinkling on top of pie 2 9-inch pie shells, pre-baked and cooled
NOTE: This recipe includes raw egg whites. If you’re uncomfortable eating raw egg, instead of folding the meringue into the gelatin mixture, place the meringue on top, sprinkle with coconut, and bake at 350 F for 15 to 20 minutes until the meringue and coconut start to turn a light golden brown, then chill. In a small bowl, soften unflavored gelatin in cold water. In a saucepan over low heat, mix ½ cup granulated sugar, flour, and salt. Slowly stir in cold milk and cook over low heat just to boiling, then boil for 1 minute. Remove from heat and stir in softened gelatin mixture. Cool until partially set. While cooling, make meringue. In a mixer, beat together egg whites and cream of tartar, then slowly add 1/2 cup granulated sugar. Beat until stiff peaks form. Add vanilla extract and almond extract into the softened gelatin mixture and blend well until smooth. Gently fold in whipped topping. Gently fold in the meringue. Lastly, fold in 1 cup shredded coconut. Pile all equally into cooled baked pie shells. Sprinkle coconut on top to resemble snow. Chill until set, about 2 hours. Serve cold. Makes 2 regular 9-inch pies. Per serving: 286 calories, 15 grams fat (7.5 grams saturated fat), 3 milligrams cholesterol, 263 milligrams sodium, 36 grams total carbohydrates, 1 gram fiber, 4 grams protein.
Runner-up CRANBERRY-JALAPEÑO CREAM CHEESE DIP MARLENE FRANKLIN, HANCOCK-WOOD ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE MEMBER
Prep: 15 minutes | Servings: 12 12 ounces fresh cranberries 4 or 5 green onions, chopped 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and finely diced 1 cup sugar (more or less to taste) 1/2 teaspoon cumin
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (from about 1 large lemon) 1/8 teaspoon salt 2 (8 ounces each) packages cream cheese, light or regular, softened Crackers, for serving
Pulse the cranberries in a food processor or blender until coarsely chopped. Add the green onions, cilantro, jalapeño, sugar, cumin, lemon juice, and salt and pulse until the ingredients are well combined and finely chopped. Transfer the mixture to a covered bowl and refrigerate for 4 hours (or up to overnight). When ready to serve, spread the cream cheese in an even layer on a serving plate or 9-inch pie dish. Top with the cranberry-jalapeño mixture, spreading evenly over the top of the cream cheese. Refrigerate for up to an hour before serving. Serve with crackers or tortilla chips. Per serving: 255 calories, 16 grams fat (10 grams saturated fat), 50 milligrams cholesterol, 167 milligrams sodium, 25 grams total carbohydrates, 1.5 grams fiber, 3.5 grams protein.
Runner-up OAT DINNER ROLLS DEBBIE ATCHLEY, PAULDING PUTNAM ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE MEMBER
Prep: 40 minutes | Rest: 1½ hours | Cook: 25 minutes | Servings: 24 21/3 cups water (divided) 1½ teaspoons salt 1 cup quick oats 2 quarter-ounce packages of yeast (not fast-acting) 2/3 cup brown sugar 5 to 5¾ cups flour (divided) 3 tablespoons butter Bring 2 cups water to a boil in a saucepan. Add oats and cook uncovered for 1 minute. Stir in brown sugar, butter, salt, and the remaining 1/3 cup water. Transfer to large mixing bowl. When the temperature of the mixture reaches about 110–115 F, add the yeast and mix well. Add 3 cups of the flour and mix well. Add 2 to 2¾ more cups of flour and knead well till a smooth dough is achieved. Place in a greased bowl, cover with a clean towel, and place in a warm location to rest for 1 hour. Meanwhile, grease 2 baking sheets and preheat oven to 350 F. When the hour is up, punch the dough down, divide and shape into 24 round rolls, and place them on greased baking sheets. Cover with clean cloths, place in a warm location, and let rise for 30 minutes. Bake 20 to 25 minutes till golden brown. Cool on racks. Per serving: 152 calories, 2 grams fat (1 gram saturated fat), 4 milligrams cholesterol, 160 milligrams sodium, 29 grams total carbohydrates, 1.5 grams fiber, 4 grams protein.
Have you tried one of our recipes? Do you have a recipe to share with other Ohio co-op members? Visit the Member Interactive page on www. ohiocoopliving.com to find recipes submitted by our readers and to upload yours.
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DON’T TOUCH ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT Utility equipment is all around us — from those “green boxes” in backyards to fencedin substations and wooden poles along the highway. As members of South Central Power Company, you are the owners of the co-op — but we need your help to keep our equipment secure and our community safe. Here are some facts and tips about utility equipment. If in doubt, don’t touch it — call us first for assistance!
METERS Members, or contractors hired by members such as electricians or home remodelers, should NEVER pull an electric meter. Call us at 800-282-5064 to schedule a meter pull — it’s easy and free!
POLES Utility poles aren’t bulletin boards. For the safety of our workers, never post signs or flyers on a utility pole. Staples or nails can damage safety gear and injure utility workers.
TRANSFORMERS Never sit or play on those “big green boxes,” which are actually underground electric tools. Use caution with equipment such as tractors and mowers around them, too, and avoid planting trees and shrubs within 6 feet of the front and 3 feet of the sides of the transformer.
SUBSTATIONS Utility substations are private property clearly marked with “no trespassing” and warning signs, for good reason — coming into contact with equipment inside a substation can cause serious injury or even death. Stay away, and call us if you ever see anything suspicious around one of our substations.
For more safety tips, visit us online at southcentralpower.com.
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REMEMBERING THE PAST, HONORING THOSE WHO SERVE
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tepping into the Tri-State Military Veterans Museum in Belmont, Ohio, is like entering a special class on military history. The unique collection of artifacts honors our veterans from the Ohio Valley and beyond.
The South Central Power Company Foundation recently awarded the museum a $1,500 grant to help install
Founded in 2016 by Floyd Simpson, the museum continues to grow, thanks to donations and grants from individuals and organizations. Today, it displays memorabilia from all branches of the military, including special items from the Civil War through present day. Some of the highlights are a bugle, spent bullets, a cap, newspaper drawings from the Civil War, and displays about the Navajo Code Talkers and Tuskegee Airmen.
the bell on the heroes wall. In the past, the foundation also awarded a $4,315 grant to help install an ADAcompliant ramp to the main entrance.
Outside, in front of the museum, is the Heroes Wall Honored Forever, which commemorates all who have served and who are currently serving our country, to remember their bravery and sacrifice. It represents anyone who has served the U.S. from the Revolutionary War to the present. The museum accepts $100 donations to add heroes past and present to the wall. The South Central Power Company Foundation recently awarded the museum a $1,500 grant to help install the bell on the Heroes Wall. In the past, the foundation also awarded a $4,315 grant to help install an ADA-compliant ramp to the main entrance.
“We rely on grants and donations to operate the museum, acquire new display items, and build new exhibits like the Heroes Wall,” says Kim Kuthy, museum director. “We are grateful to all of those who donate to help us achieve our mission to honor our country’s veterans and educate future generations about the price of freedom.” The museum, located at 101 East Barrister St. in Belmont, Ohio, is open Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays from 1 to 4 p.m. and other days by appointment. For more information, visit their website at www.tristatemvm.org.
SOUTH CENTRAL POWER VETERANS Fred Barnett
Curtis Blase
Brian Cummings
Buzz Detty
Nathan Dupler
Alan Gabriel
Line Worker — Hillsboro
Line Worker — Lancaster
Utility Technician — Hillsboro
Safety — Lancaster
Line Worker — Lancaster
Trustee — District 2
Dan Hill
Seth Householder
Bryan Johnson
Charlie Miller
Carl Payne
Line Worker — Hillsboro
Field Engineer — Canal Winchester
Strategy Development — Lancaster
Security Systems — Lancaster
Substation Worker — Lancaster
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SOUTH CENTRAL EMPLOYEES RETURN TO WORK FOLLOWING MIDDLE EAST DEPLOYMENTS
Nate Dupler, Journeyman Line Worker, Lancaster Military branch: Ohio Air National Guard Rank: Tech Sergeant Military career field: Power production
Tyler Stevens, Security Systems Technician, Lancaster Military branch: Ohio Air National Guard Rank: Staff Sergeant Military career field: Airfield electronics
Dupler recently returned to South Central Power’s workforce following an eight-month deployment to the Middle East, where he worked on high voltage generator maintenance and other power production projects. “I enjoyed the change of pace, and we had a great group of guys over there, which makes it easier to deal with the change and separation from home and family,” Dupler says of his deployment.
Stevens wrapped up a six-month deployment to the Middle East in late summer 2021, where he spent his time running communications wiring and building infrastructure such as fiber optics for the military’s telecommunications needs. “It’s great to feel like you’re part of something bigger than yourself, while you also get to do interesting work alongside people from other parts of the world,” Stevens says of his most recent deployment.
On returning to work in Lancaster, he thanked South Central Power’s leadership for making it an easy transition back home and to the workplace. “It’s reassuring to know you have a job waiting for you when you get home, but beyond that, South Central Power’s support of military personnel is phenomenal,” Dupler says. “South Central provides support and flexible scheduling and makes sure you aren’t dealing with a drop in income during deployment.”
Getting back into his professional routine in Ohio was easy, thanks to South Central Power’s military-friendly policies. “I’ve been deployed as an employee of other companies before coming to work here, and it blew my mind how helpful and supportive the company was when it came time for my deployment,” he says. “When I came back to work, I felt like I didn’t skip a beat — everyone was so friendly and welcoming.”
Billy Riffe
Lonnie Roberts
Thomas Sestito
Tyler Stevens
Tom Sunderlin
Line Worker — Canal Winchester
Dispatcher — Lancaster
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Security Systems — Lancaster
Information Technology — Lancaster
Brian Waddell
Dillon Vance
Kyle Wells
Kevin Yates
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Be energy efficient this winter
Did you know?
The greater the difference between the temperature outside and the thermostat setting inside, the harder your heating system will work and the more electricity it will use, even if you don’t change the thermostat setting.
This is especially true for homes that don’t have enough insulation, homes with single-paned or aluminum-framed windows, and homes with a lot of air leaks around windows, doors, and plumbing and electrical boxes.
Cold temperatures are coming, and we can’t change that. But we can change our habits to save energy and save money.
Here are some tips to be more energy efficient this winter: Have your heating system checked by a qualified professional
Set your thermostat to the lowest comfortable temperature
Install weatherstripping around doors and windows
Be sure to monitor your energy use with the South Central app or My Account section on our website. You can compare usage hourly, daily, and monthly.
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Tiny, tasty, healthy A Huron farmer’s pursuit of all things green, purple, white, fuchsia, orange, pink… STORY AND PHOTOS BY JAMES PROFFITT
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In his signature bib overalls and white shirt, Lee Jones slices open an heirloom tomato for customer Mara Ghafari. “Farmer Lee” also has copies of his book, The Chef’s Garden, available at the farm stand.
The specialty crops on Lee Jones’ 350-acre farm are myriad: beets, peppers, tomatoes, carrots, tomatillos, honey, potatoes, corn, beans, squash, edible flower blossoms — the list numbers into the hundreds. All are grown sustainably and organically and up until the pandemic, were available only to professional chefs — in fact, that’s how Jones (known professionally as “Farmer Lee” or “Farmer Jones”) came up with the name for The Chef’s Garden (TCG). The pandemic, however, completely changed his business model. “We made a lot of lemonade last year trying to swing for base hits,” Jones says. “We had to, because we were desperate to keep the farm going and, most importantly, keep our team safe, fed, and employed.” Jones says he’s proud to have kept 136 families gainfully employed through the pandemic. His family already lost one farm in the 1980s after a devastating hailstorm finished off what the 1980s American farm crisis had already begun, and so he was determined to make it work. He did it in ingenious fashion. Chefs in 50 states and more than a dozen other countries have been familiar with his tiny edible flowers, microgreens, and uniquely colored and patterned heirloom vegetables for decades — and it was those culinary friends who helped save the farm. “We shipped about 300 boxes out to chefs we work with who were at home with their families — and not cooking in restaurants — because everything was closed,” Jones says. “We mentioned we were starting home delivery and would love for them to share what they do with our vegetables on the internet. That helped us survive.” Social media sharing by longtime chef customers sent waves of new virtual customers Jones’ way. Mara Ghafari is one of those new customers, sort of. The Detroit-area resident drove 120 miles to visit the farm stand recently, though she says she was already familiar with TCG through restaurateur friends.
“I was excited driving all the way down,” she says. “And I was really happy to meet Farmer Lee.” After perusing and sampling items cut by Jones’ ever-handy pocketknife — cantaloupe, watermelon, potatoes, tomatoes — Ghafari left with a basketful of super-fresh produce and a two-hour drive to think about what to do for dinner. “I generally cook dishes dependent on what I find, whatever’s good — and I buy what the butcher or the gardener or the fish guy tells me,” she says, emphasizing that she tends to steer clear of the big chain grocery stores. At a recent farm stand event, Jones signed copies of his new 640-page book, The Chef’s Garden: A Modern Guide to Common and Unusual Vegetables — With Recipes, all the while tossing out his signature corny veggie jokes. A half-dozen times in an hour, customers bagging freshpicked corn freeze and stare as Jones bellows, “Be careful what you say around that corn!” They relax, guffawing, when he informs them, of course, that the corn has ears. Speaking of Jones’ signature, his seven-day-a-week uniform consists of denim bib overalls, a crisp white shirt, and a red bow tie. In his closet: 18 of each. He wears the uniform everywhere — including to funerals, black tie events, church, business meetings, and in the presence of the likes of Martha Stewart and Julia Child, among others. “It certainly makes it easy to know what I’m wearing in the morning,” he laughs.
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Turkey is always on the menu just north of the border. STORY AND PHOTOS BY MARGIE WUEBKER
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hanksgiving takes place nearly every day of the year at Cornwell’s Turkeyville, located approximately 45 miles north of the Ohio border near Marshall, Michigan.
The sprawling complex is home to a restaurant offering all-turkey entrées, as well as made-from-scratch sides and desserts. It also boasts a 5,000-square-foot Country Junction gift shop, an ice cream parlor, a professional dinner theater featuring talented actors and actresses from throughout the country, a 175-site campground complete with swimming pool, and an outdoor gazebo where musicians tune up their instruments on warm summer days. Special events take place nearly every weekend in keeping with a family philosophy — “People will come to where they have been invited and will return to where they have been made to feel welcome.” These range from flea markets and antique shows to a Renaissance festival and car shows. Cooking classes are offered during the winter months, with participants learning how to make pies, prepare freezer meals, make pastries, and create holiday cookies. The destination draws people by the thousands, but its origin springs from an auspicious gesture back in 1943. Founders Wayne and Marjorie Cornwell initially planned to raise cows on their country spread. However, illness struck the herd, and they eventually decided to pursue another interest after a neighbor gifted them with a flock of 12 turkeys. The venture proved successful as the Cornwells introduced a special feed plan that ensured better and richer-tasting birds. They set up a slaughtering operation on the farm to satisfy customer demands. In the early 1960s, the Cornwells and fellow church members launched a county fair food booth offering turkey sandwiches that were made according to Marjorie’s tried-
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and-true recipe with white and dark meat on plump buns and finished with butter and Miracle Whip salad dressing. Requests from folks who wanted turkey sandwiches yearround led Wayne to establish a small dining facility with several milk cans for stools and a couple of tables. The makeshift dining area quickly expanded, and a second dining room was added to accommodate crowds. “The sandwiches are still popular, but the real star is our turkey dinner with all the trimmings,” says Patti Cornwell, director of marketing and granddaughterin-law of the founders. “We also have the best turkey Reubens and burgers.” Turkeys are no longer raised or processed at the property, but there is a flock of resident turkeys that strut around the grounds, much to the delight of adults and children. The birds apparently enjoy classic rock ’n’ roll, as they showed up for a bike night and gobbled along with the music. “Turkeyville has grown, thanks to lots of good ideas from family members,” Cornwell says. “Sometimes I think we have too many good ideas.” Among those good ideas: the old-fashioned ice cream parlor, where homemade confections include regular ice cream flavors plus decidedly Turkeyville offerings like Turkey Trax and Jolted Turkey. This is also the place to purchase homemade fudge and caramel corn.
The restaurant’s signature turkey sandwich.
In 1968, the Cornwells introduced their dinner theater, complete with top-notch productions and bountiful buffet meals. With the current show, Dashing Through the Snow, playing through Dec. 18, plans are underway for the 2022 season, which will include The 39 Steps, Honky Tonk Angels, The Odd Couple, Church Basement Ladies, and Still Dreaming of a White Christmas. COVID-19 ushered in a new idea with the kitchen turning out frozen dinners to prepare at home. Still on the planning board are a children’s theater and an outdoor farm adventure.
Turkeyville, 18935 151/2 Mile Road, Marshall, Michigan. 269-781-4293 or www.turkeyville.com.
Turkeyville introduced dinner theater, complete with top-notch productions and a full buffet, to its menu in 1968.
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Holiday gift guide BY DAMAINE VONADA
“Home for the holidays” takes on a whole new meaning when you choose gifts created by Ohio artisans, crafters, and makers. You’re supporting small businesses throughout the state, and you’ll impress everyone on your list with items that are unique, innovative, and homegrown.
PHOTO BY HOLLY HILDRETH PHOTOGRAPHY/ COURTESY OF BREWHAUS DOG BONES
Brewhaus Dog Bones, Cincinnati A nonprofit organization founded by Lisa Graham, Brewhaus Bakery provides vocational training and employment for young adults with disabilities. Its handcrafted, small-batch dog bones are a healthy treat with ingredients including protein-rich spent grains sourced from local microbreweries and fresh eggs delivered by a Brown County farm. 513-551-7144.
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Country Manor Mixes, Leesburg PHOTO COURTESY OF COUNTRY MANOR MIXES
Country Manor owners Cindy Smith and Mary Beth Hodson produce mixes that are perfect for quick-andeasy holiday appetizers and desserts. Using their own recipes, they hand-blend herbs, spices, and other ingredients. Their repertoire of sweet and savory flavors includes Splendid Spinach dip mix, Vegetable Medley spread mix, Snickerdoodle cheesecake mix, and Parmesan Garlic dipping oil mix. 513-759-6582.
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Flores Leather Works Customized Items, Middletown
In his wood shop on Elderberry Marsh Farm, John Hart makes heirloom-quality biscuit cutters and sugar bowls from wood he finds on the farmstead. Hand-turned on a lathe and finished with food-safe wood wax, Hart’s display-worthy pieces are as beautiful as they are practical. To complement the biscuits you bake, try the farm’s Elderberry Wine Jelly and Elderberry Tea. 440-829-3644.
What better gift for someone special than a personalized leather wallet, tote bag, or accessory? Using materials sourced in the U.S., Eber and Rebekah Flores design and handcraft leather goods embossed with initials, logos, names, and phrases. Besides their top-selling leather coasters and golf club headcovers, they make leather jewelry, keychains, belts, and holsters. 513-305-8694.
www.elderberrymarsh.com www.floresleatherworks.com
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PHOTO COURTESY OF LA CREMA COFFEE COMPANY
PHOTO BY ISABELLA CARTOLANO EASTWOOD
HandHeld & Co. Greeting Cards, Sunbury
La Crema Coffee, Hamilton
Isabella Cartolano Eastwood not only paints the artwork for her simply delightful greeting cards but also prints them on made-in-the-USA cardstock. While her bestselling card — “Ohio Native Plants” — features her watercolor and gouache paintings of assorted flora, her whimsical holiday card designs include “Cabin on Christmas Morning,” “Evergreen and Cardinal,” and “Dashing Through the Snow.” handheldandco@gmail.com.
Obtaining green coffee beans from around the world, La Crema Coffee owner Victor Kidd roasts, packs, and ships premium-quality coffees at the company’s facilities in Hamilton. La Crema’s Columbian, Peruvian, and Highlander Grogg (a beguiling blend of butterscotch, caramel, and vanilla) coffees are popular year-round, and for the holidays, the company sells egg nog, gingerbread, and other specialty coffee flavors in merry and bright seasonal bags. 513-779-6278.
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Lees Bees Bath, Beauty, and Skin Care Products, North Canton Concern for the declining honeybee population plus a desire to create healthy skin care products prompted Melinda J. Lee to start Lees Bees. Her lotions, scrubs, and lip balms have no dyes, parabens, or phthalates; their ingredients come from Lee’s own bees and local suppliers, and they’re available in scrumptious scents and flavors such as pumpkin pie, sugared fig, and cinnamon roll. 330-714-1083. https://lees-bees.square.site
Metropolis Popcorn, Cuyahoga Falls and Hudson
PHOTO BY DAMAINE VONADA
PHOTO COURTESY OF KELLY BROWN
PHOTO COURTESY OF METROPOLIS POPCORN
Customers love the freshness and variety of popcorns — including gluten-free, nut-free, dairy-free, and vegan — that owner Brent VanFossen offers at Metropolis Popcorn. Though flavors range from Apple Pie to White Cheddar and Vanilla, tasty Midnight Caramel (caramel popcorn with chocolate and sea salt) is a perennial favorite. Christmas-themed tins are available, and online orders of $30 or more ship for free. www.metropolisohio.com
Mini Miscellaneous Magnets, Maumee
Neumeister’s Candy Shoppe, Upper Sandusky
Using bottlecaps, paper, and other recycled materials, Kelly Brown makes small wonders — cute, clever, and incredibly tiny magnets — that look good enough to eat. The mixedmedia magnets mimic everything from tacos and burritos to ice cream bars and Christmas cookies, and her mini donut bracelets are a fun, and very sweet, little gift.
The Neumeister family began making candy in downtown Upper Sandusky in 1877. Current owner Debbie Frey still uses their original recipes, and she and her staff hand roll, dip, wrap, and package every piece of candy. Choose tried-and-true Neumeister’s confections like fudge and caramels or try Frey’s own Buckeye Sandwiches and Giant S’Mores. 419-294-3647.
www.minimiscellaneous.com
https://neumeistercandy.com/
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PHOTO COURTESY OF LAUREN HELLERMAN
PHOTO COURTESY OF ODNR
The Ramp Hatchery Animal Puzzles, Cincinnati
Ohio State Park Posters, Ohio Department of Natural Resources Channel the natural beauty and incomparable variety of Ohio’s state parks with the collectible series of posters commissioned by ODNR. Artist Jonathan Scheele created the vintagestyle posters, and their iconic images include the Upper Falls at Hocking Hills State Park and the Big House at Malabar Farm State Park.
Lauren Hellerman began using a scroll saw at age 13, and after college, she got into the business of making wooden animal puzzles by working with her saw in a bedroom closet. Her exclusive patterns include dogs, dragons, a flying pig, and a topselling T. Rex, and she also takes orders for custom puzzles. ramphatchery@gmail.com.
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PHOTO COURTESY OF MICHELLE DRANSCHAK
Riverlane Studios Ornaments, Columbus Michelle Dranschak designs and handcrafts clay ornaments using a 3D printer to make her own shape cutters. Although customers love to hang her personalized baby and pet ornaments on their Christmas trees, Dranschak’s sentimental “long distance” ornament is a favorite for loved ones in separate cities. It’s shaped like a map of the continental United States, and based on the cities or states that customers select, she places hearts on the map and connects them with a lovely, handdrawn line. www.riverlanestudios.com
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PHOTO COURTESY OF THANKFUL THIMBLE
PHOTO COURTESY OF ROCK CAMP CANDLE CO.
Rock Camp Candle Co., Johnstown
Thankful Thimble Wearables, Batavia
Third-generation candlemaker Mary Mongold and her family produce soy candles hand-poured into jars with handsomely designed labels that can be completely customized. Their clean-burning candles feature long-lasting seasonal scents — dogwood in spring, mint in summer, apples in fall — inspired by Mongold’s childhood home in Athens County. Their signature holiday candle, Rock Camp Christmas, evokes the nostalgic smells of cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg. 614-307-0387.
With help from her daughters Anna and Sarah, Sharon Francis transforms unwanted wool sweaters into felted mittens and fingerless gloves at Thankful Thimble sewing studio. Each mitten contains pieces of four different sweaters. Because the ladies of Thankful Thimble carefully mix and match colors, their creations — which also include cashmere scarves and ultrasoft baby hats — are always warm, cozy, and eye-catching. 513-332-4897; ThankfulThimble@gmail.com.
www.thankfulthimble.com www.rockcampcandles.com
PHOTO BY BETH LAMPE MARTIN
Beach Glass Shop Jewelry, Rocky River Beth Lampe Martin specializes in making jewelry from beach glass that she finds and hand-picks on the shores of Lake Erie. Her signature beach glass angels are about an inch long and come in a little box that’s ideal for gifting. During the holidays, she uses rare red beach glass to create Christmas necklaces featuring a sterling silver chain and snowflake charm. BethLMartin10@gmail.com.
www.beachglassshop.etsy.com
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NOV. 19–DEC. 31 – Lights Before Christmas, Toledo Zoo, 2 Hippo Way, Toledo. Over 1 million lights, the award-winning Big Tree, and more than 200 illuminated animal images. 419-385-5721 or www.toledozoo.org. NOV. 21 – Cirque Dreams Holidaze, Veterans Memorial Civic Ctr., 7 Town Square, Lima, 7:30 p.m. $39–$65. This dazzling family holiday spectacular features soaring acrobatics, gravity-defying feats, and extravagant theatrical production numbers. www.limaciviccenter. com/cirquedreams. NOV. 21 – Country Collection Christmas Craft Show, Allen Co. Fgds., 2750 Harding Hwy., Lima, 9 a.m.–4 p.m. $4. Craft vendors come from all over Ohio and surrounding states to show and sell their unique items. Find a special gift for someone on your Christmas list! 419-648-3747 or https://allencofair.com. NOV. 24 – Holiday Lights Grand Illumination, downtown Sidney. Join us as we light up the downtown for the holidays! www.sidneyalive.org. NOV. 26 – The Nutcracker, Donnell Theater, Marathon Center, 200 W. Main Cross St., Findlay, 7:30 p.m. $35–$65. Make the beloved holiday classic part of your annual Christmas tradition. Performed by the prestigious State Ballet Theatre of Ukraine. 419-423-2787 or www. mcpa.org/events/detail/the-nutcracker-1. NOV. 26–DEC. 26 – Lake of Lights, Saulisberry Park/ France Lake, 13344 St. Rte. 67 W., Kenton, 6–9 p.m. A daily drive-through lighting event, with special events held on the weekends. For more information call 419675-2547 or email lakeoflights08@gmail.com. NOV. 26–JAN. 2 – North Pole Express, Northwest Ohio Railroad Preservation Inc., 12505 Co. Rd. 99, Findlay, Fri./ Sat. 5:30–9 p.m., Sun. 5:30–8:30 p.m. $4, C. (12 and
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under) $3. Hop on board our quarter-scale locomotive for a magical trip through a winter wonderland of sparkling lights and festive decorations. See operating model trains and hundreds of decorated trees, plus a visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus (on select nights). 419-423-2995, www.facebook.com/nworrp, or www.nworrp.org. NOV. 27 – Blaze of Lights Festival and Parade, downtown Bluffton, 5–9 p.m. Free. Kick off the Christmas season with a parade, live entertainment, a lighting ceremony, and other festive activities. Parade starts at 5 p.m.; this year’s theme is “A Christmas Carol.” 419-8894315 or www.explorebluffton.com/blaze-festival. NOV. 27 – Daniel O’Donnell: “Christmas & More,” Veterans Memorial Civic Ctr., 7 Town Square, Lima, $39–$99. The Irish singer and songwriter, known across the world for his mix of country and Irish folk music, presents a special holiday concert. www.limaciviccenter. com/danielodonnell. NOV. 27, DEC. 4, 11 – 1920s Holidays on Main Street, Sauder Village, 22611 St. Rte. 2, Archbold. We will be “decking the halls” of our Main Street with holiday lights, 1920s window décor, and a 20-foot Christmas tree. Enjoy period holiday activities, tasty treats, and more. Space is limited and pre-registration will be required. Register online at www.saudervillage.org. NOV. 27–28 – “Crafts for Christmas” Craft Show, Lucas County Recreation Ctr., 2901 Key St., Maumee, Sat. 9 a.m.–4 p.m., Sun. 11 a.m.–4 p.m. Free admission and parking. Our winter spectacular! Fine handmade juried crafts, gifts, and holiday decorations that will make your season bright. Collecting donations for Toys for Tots, too! 419-842-1925 or www.toledocraftsmansguild.org. DEC. 1–5 – Christmas Tree Festival, Allen County Museum, 620 W. Market St., Lima, Wed./Thur./Sat. 10 a.m.–5 p.m., Fri. 10 a.m.–8 p.m., Sun. 12–5 p.m. Free; donations welcome. See over 100 decorated Christmas trees, including “Evergreen,” the talking Christmas tree, and tour the decorated MacDonell House. Daily demos in the Pioneer Log House, children’s activities, and live entertainment each day. www.allencountymuseum.org. DEC. 4 – Apollo Christmas Craft Show, Apollo Career Ctr., 3325 Shawnee Rd., Lima, 9 a.m.–3 p.m. $3, under 13 free. Over 100 crafters with unique and quality crafts. Food available for purchase. brittany.roof@apollocc.org or https://apollocareercenterhs.com/craft-show.
NOV. 4–JAN. 9 – Winter Festival of Lights, Oglebay Resort, 464 Lodge Dr., Wheeling, nightly at dusk. Featuring 300 acres of twinkling lights over a 6-mile drive. Per-car donation requested; valid for the entire festival season. 877-436-1797, https://wheelingcvb.com/ events/winter-festival-of-lights-2, or https://oglebay.com. NOV. 19–21 – “Christmas in November” Craft Show, WesBank Arena, 2 14th St., Wheeling, Fri. 11 a.m.–5:30 p.m., Sat. 9 a.m.–5 p.m., Sun. 11 a.m.–5 p.m. $2, under 18 free. Over 175 vendors. Breakfast with Santa 11 a.m.–12:30 p.m.; registration required. 304-233-4470 or http://wesbancoarena.com.
DEC. 4 – Christmas of Yesteryear and Winter Wonderland Parade, downtown Sidney. Enjoy the sights, sounds, and tastes of a Historic Downtown Sidney Christmas! 937-658-6945 or www.sidneyalive.org. DEC. 4–5 – Tri-State Gun Show, Allen Co. Fgds., 2750 Harding Hwy., Lima, Sat. 8:30 a.m.–4 p.m., Sun. 8:30 a.m.–3 p.m. $6, free for members and under 18. Over 400 tables of modern and antique guns, edged weapons, and sportsmen equipment. 419-647-0067 or www.tristategunshow.org. DEC. 10–18 – Elf the Musical, Encore Theatre, 991 N. Shore Dr., Lima, Thur.–Sat. 8 p.m., Sun. 2 p.m. $10–$17. Based on the film by David Berenbaum. 419-223-8866 or www.amiltellers.org. DEC. 11 – “Bells, Brass, and Bows,” Veterans Memorial Civic Ctr., 7 Town Square, Lima, 7:30 p.m. Celebrate the sounds of the season with the Lima Symphony Orchestra and Chorus as they present their beloved holiday concert featuring traditional favorites and singalongs. 419-2225701 or www.limasymphony.com. DEC. 11 – National Model Railroad Association Train Show, Allen Co. Fgds., 2750 Harding Hwy., Lima, 10 a.m.–3 p.m. $7, under 13 free. More than 150 vendor tables offering new and used model trains in all scales, railroadiana, operating layout displays, and more. Visit Santa and Children’s Play Area. Food and refreshments available. Presented by the Three Rivers Division 3 NCR NMRA. https://allencofair.com. DEC. 12 – A Charlie Brown Christmas: Live on Stage, Donnell Theater, Marathon Center, 200 W. Main Cross St., Findlay, 2 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Starting at $28. Everyone’s favorite holiday classic comes to life in this adaptation of Charles Schulz’s timeless story of the spirit of Christmas. www.mcpa.org/events/detail/charlie-brown-christmas. DEC. 12 – A Christmas Carol, Veterans Memorial Civic Ctr., 7 Town Square, Lima, 3 p.m. A new adaptation of Charles Dickens’ classic tale, featuring first-class actors, stunning sets, puppetry, and traditional carols. 419-2225701 or www.limasymphony.com. DEC. 12 – Winter Festival of Crafts, Franciscan Center at Lourdes University, 6832 Convent Blvd., Sylvania, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Free parking and admission. A beautiful setting for our last show of the year. Pick up that lastminute holiday gift or decoration that will make your holiday bright! Handcrafted items — no imports! 419-8421925 or www.toledocraftsmansguild.org.
Submit listings AT LEAST 90 DAYS prior to the event to Ohio Cooperative Living, 6677 Busch Blvd., Columbus, OH 43229 or events@ohioec.org. Ohio Cooperative Living will not publish listings that don’t include a complete address or a number/website for more information.
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NOV. 20 – Thanksgiving Dinner with Abraham Lincoln, Hale Farm and Village, 2686 Oak Hill Rd., Bath, 3:30–6 p.m. $20–$50. Listen to the stories of our nation’s past and enjoy the music of the season. Registration required. 330-666-3711 ext. 1720, halereservations@wrhs.org, or /events. NOV. 20–21 – Strongsville Spring Avant-Garde Art and Craft Show, Strongsville Ehrnfelt Recreation Ctr., 18100 Royalton Rd., Strongsville, Sat. 10 a.m.–4 p.m., Sun. 11 a.m.–4 p.m. $3, under 12 free. Artists and crafters selling original handmade items. Full concessions stand on-site. 440-227-8794 or www.avantgardeshows.com. NOV. 20–21, 26–28, DEC. 2–5, 9–24 – Vendor Village NOV. 13 – Wayne County Agricultural Society Gun Artisan Pop-up Market, Crocker Park, 177 Market St., Bash, Wayne Co. Fair Event Ctr., 199 Vanover St., Wooster, Westlake, 12–8 p.m. (12–6 p.m. on Nov. 21 and 28). Arts doors open at 1:30 p.m., first drawing at 3 p.m. Tickets and crafts, pictures with Santa, Santa’s sleigh, and PolarX $25 each or 5 for $100; price includes food, drinks, and Ornament gift shop. 216-233-6467 or on Facebook. entry to win any guns or prizes on raffle ticket. Wall of NOV. 20–DEC. 31 – Holidays at the Mansion, Victorian Guns, 50/50 drawing, mystery safe, extra raffles. www. House Museum, 484 Wooster Rd., Millersburg, Sun.– waynecountyfairohio.com/gunbash. Thur. 1–4 p.m., Fri./Sat. 1–8 p.m. $10. Tour the 28-room NOV. 18 – Christmas with the Nelsons, Ohio Star mansion, beautifully decorated for the season, and see Theater, 1387 Old OH-39, Sugarcreek, 7 p.m. $50–$66. our outdoor winter wonderland display with 14,000 lights. This heartwarming concert stars the third generation of 330-674-0022 or www.holmeshistory.com/events. Nelson family hitmakers, Matthew and Gunnar Nelson, NOV. 26–28, DEC. 2–5, 9–23, 26–30 – Deck the delivering Christmas classics. 855-344-7547 or www. Hall: “Lights, Cameras, Christmas!,” Stan Hywet Hall dhgroup.com/theater/christmas-with-the-nelsons-2021. and Gardens, 714 N. Portage Path, Akron, 5–8 p.m. The NOV. 19 – Window Wonderland, downtown Wooster, gardens and grounds will be decorated with 1 million 3–9 p.m. Beautifully decorated storefront windows, holiday lights, the perfect setting for a brisk winter stroll. festive dining, live music, and fabulous shopping. 330Inside, classic movies will be staged in 21 spaces, and 25 262-6222 or www.mainstreetwooster.org. decorated trees create a festive atmosphere throughout. NOV. 19–20 – Season’s Splendor Arts and Crafts 330-836-5533 or www.stanhywet.org. Show, Fisher Auditorium and Shisler Conference Ctr., NOV. 26–28, DEC. 3–5, 10–26 – Drive-Thru Holiday OARDC, 1680 Madison Ave., Wooster, Fri. 5–9 p.m., Sat. Lights, Medina Co. Fgds., 720 W. Smith Rd., Medina, Fri./ 9 a.m.–4 p.m. Free. Over 130 vendors. Only handcrafted Sat. 6–10 p.m., Sun. and weeknights 6–9 p.m. $10 per car, items; no commercial vendors. Food available. 330-345$20 per small bus/van, $50 per large bus. 330-723-9633. 5962 or www.facebook.com/WCACG/events. NOV. 26–JAN. 8 – Steubenville Nutcracker Village NOV. 20 – JHS Key Club Arts and Craft Show, Jackson and Advent Market, Steubenville Visitor Ctr., 120 S. 3rd High School, 7600 Fulton Dr., Massillon, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. St., Steubenville. Free. Over 150 large-as-life, unique www.jackson.stark.k12.oh.us/domain/249. nutcrackers are stationed under a canopy of lights and
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THROUGH NOV. 27 – Historical Quilts and Needlework Exhibit, Ross County Heritage Center, 45 West Fifth Street, Chillicothe, 11 a.m.–4 p.m. 740-772-1936 or visit www.rosscountyhistorical.org. THROUGH DECEMBER – Athens Farmers Market, 1000 E. State St., Athens, every Wednesday, 9 a.m.– 1 p.m.; every Saturday, 9 a.m.–noon. 740-593-6763 or www.athensfarmersmarket.org. NOV. 1–JAN. 1 – Dickens Victorian Village, downtown Cambridge. See scenes of life in 1850s England, featuring life-sized mannequins wearing real vintage clothing. 800933-5480 or www.dickensvictorianvillage.com. NOV. 1–JAN. 1 – Guernsey County Courthouse Holiday Light Show, Cambridge, 5:30–9 p.m. nightly. See animated displays of lights synchronized to holiday music. 800-933-5480 or www.dickensvictorianvillage.com.
NOV. 6 – “Welcome to the Holidays” Craft Show, Sardis Community Center, 37184 Mound St., Sardis, 9 a.m.–3 p.m. Homemade food available. www.facebook. com/sardisohcc. NOV. 15–20 – Mosser Glass Holiday Open House, 9279 Cadiz Rd., Cambridge, Mon.–Fri. 9 a.m.–6 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.–4 p.m. www.visitguernseycounty.com. NOV. 20 – The Diamond Project: Neil Diamond Tribute, Majestic Theatre, 45 E. Second St., Chillicothe, 7:30 p.m. $18–$20. www.majesticchillicothe.net. NOV. 27 – Cambridge Christmas Parade, Wheeling Avenue, Cambridge, 5 p.m. 740-439-2238 or www. downtowncambridge.com. NOV. 27 – Merry-etta Christmas Parade, downtown Marietta, 6–7:30 p.m. Floats, dance routines, carolers, and more, complete with festive lights, and an appearance by Santa Claus. www.mariettaohio.org. NOV. 27–DEC. 19 – Santa Train, Hocking Valley Scenic Railway, Nelsonville Depot, 33 W. Canal St., Nelsonville, Fri. 6 p.m.; Sat. 11 a.m., 2 p.m., 6 p.m.; Sun. 11 a.m., 2 p.m. $16–$21. Santa visits with each child as the train traverses the Hocking River Valley. 855-323-3768, 740753-9531, or www.hvsry.org/train-rides/santa. NOV. 28 – Cambridge City Band Christmas Concert, Pritchard Laughlin Civic Center, 7033 Glenn Hwy., Cambridge, 3 p.m. 740-439-7009 or www. pritchardlauglin.com.
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holiday decorations throughout the downtown and Fort Steuben Park 24/7. Also enjoy hayrides, the Holly Trolley, children’s activities, music, crafts, and much more. 740283-4935 or www.steubenvillenutcrackervillage.com NOV. 27 – The Handmade Market, Painesville Railroad Museum (NYC Painesville Depot), 475 Railroad St., Painesville, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Free. Art and craft show, bake sale, raffle, refreshments. 440-655-4455, prrmevent@att. net, or www.painesvillerailroadmuseum.org. NOV. 27–28, DEC. 4 – Christmas in the Alpaca Barn, 16800 Cowley Rd., Grafton, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Enjoy an upclose look at these peaceful creatures. Shop at the Farm Store. 440-477-4300 or www.ourlittleworldalpacas.com. DEC. 3 – Downtown Churches Walking Tour, Wooster, 5–8 p.m. Eight historic downtown churches participate in this Christmas tradition. At each church you can sing a Christmas carol, hear a bit of the church’s history, and admire their Christmas decorations. Map available online. 330-262-6222 or www.mainstreetwooster.org. DEC. 4 – Christmas Down on the Farm, Schrock’s Amish Farm, 4363 St. Rte. 39, Berlin, noon–5 p.m. Sleigh rides, gingerbread house decorating, Christmas cookies, more. 330-893-3604, www.schrocksvillage.com, or www. tistheseasonchristmas.com. DEC. 4 – Sights and Sounds of Christmas Parade, downtown Steubenville, noon–1 p.m. www.facebook. com/SteubenvilleChristmasParade. DEC. 4–5 – Christmas in the Village, Smithville Community Historical Society, Smithville, Sat. 5–8 p.m., Sun. 1:30–4 p.m. The village will be transformed into early Victorian Christmas glamour. Santa will greet guests. 330669-9308 or http://sohchs.org. DEC. 12 – Massillon Train and Toy Show, Massillon Knights of Columbus Hall, 988 Cherry Rd. NW, Massillon, 10 a.m.–3 p.m. $5, under 13 free. Trains of all gauges, running layouts, vintage toys, diecast models, NASCAR items, and more. refreshments available. 330-262-7488, cathijon@sssnet.com, or http://cjtrains.com/shows.
NOV. 30 – Christmas with John Berry, Majestic Theatre, 45 E. Second St., Chillicothe, 7:30 p.m. $30–$55. www. majesticchillicothe.net. DEC. 4 – Children’s Holiday Program, Ross County Heritage Ctr., 45 W. Fifth St., Chillicothe. $10 for one-year junior membership. Registration required; call 740-7721936 to register; www.rosscountyhistorical.org. DEC. 4 – Chillicothe Christmas Church Walk, beginning at St. Peter’s Roman Catholic Church, 285 W. Water St., Chillicothe, 6:30–9:30 p.m. $10. www.visitchillicotheohio. com/events. DEC. 4 – Downtown Logan Christmas Parade, Main Street, Logan, 2 p.m. See Santa and cheer on this year’s floats. 740-385-6836 or http://explorehockinghills.com. DEC. 7 – Cambridge City Band Concert, Pritchard Laughlin Civic Center, 7033 Glenn Hwy., Cambridge, 7 p.m. 740-439-7009 or www.pritchardlauglin.com. DEC. 9–12 – Miracle on 34th Street, the Musical, Majestic Theatre, 45 E. Second St., Chillicothe, Thur.–Sat. 7 p.m., Sun. 3 p.m. $12–$15. www.cctchillicothe.com. DEC. 10–11 – Caldwell Food Center Third Annual Cookie Walk, 110 Olive St., Caldwell, 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Cookies available for purchase. For information, see our Facebook page or visit www.caldwellfoodcenter.com. DEC. 11 – Christmas Open House, Ross County Heritage Ctr., 45 W. Fifth St., Chillicothe, 1–4 p.m. Free. 740-7721936 or www.rosscountyhistorical.org.
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NOV. 21 – Zanesville Handbell Festival, Grace United Methodist Church, 516 Shinnick St., Zanesville, 7 p.m. Local handbell choirs perform individually and together to usher in the holiday season for the community. Freewill offering taken to cover concert expenses. www. visitzanesville.com/Calendar-Of-Events. NOV. 27–28 – Scott Antique Market, Ohio Expo Ctr., Bricker and Celeste Bldgs., Columbus, Sat. 9 a.m.–6 p.m., Sun. 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Free; $5 parking. 800–1,200 exhibit booths. www.scottantiquemarkets.com. NOV. 27–28 – Winterfest: “A 1920s Christmas,” Wagnalls Memorial, 150 E. Columbus St., Lithopolis. THROUGH JAN. 15 – Exhibition: “Norman Rockwell’s Free. Decorated rooms and themed Christmas trees, live Home for the Holidays,” Wagnalls Memorial, 150 E. singing, reindeer displays, children’s crafts, and more, Columbus St., Lithopolis, regular museum hours. Free. On including appearances by Santa, Mrs. Claus, and the loan from the Norman Rockwell Museum, this traditional elves. 614-837-4765 or www.wagnallsfoundation.org. holiday collection of Rockwell’s work will inspire feelings NOV. 28 – Gambier Craft Sale, Kenyon College Athletic of warmth and good cheer while letting you experience Ctr., 221 Duff St., Gambier. Free. More than 100 vendors the nostalgia of yesteryear. 614-837-4765 or www. from all over Ohio selling homemade/handmade arts, wagnallsfoundation.org. crafts, clothing, jewelry, and food items. Lunch available. NOV. 9, DEC. 14 – Inventors Network Meeting, mistie_wray@yahoo.com or www.visitknoxohio.org. virtual, 7 p.m. Educational presentations and discussion DEC. 2 – Southeastern Ohio Symphony Orchestra about the invention process. Meetings are held the 2nd Holiday Concert, Secrest Auditorium, 334 Shinnick St., Tuesday of each month virtually. 614-470-0144 or www. Zanesville, 7 p.m. www.secrestauditorium.com. inventorscolumbus.com. DEC. 3 – Pickerington Holiday Gathering, Columbus NOV. 19 – Miracle on Main Parade, Main Street, Coshocton. This year’s theme is “A Hometown Christmas.” Street and various locations, Pickerington, 5–8 p.m. City tree lighting at 7 p.m. at the Gazebo. Horse-drawn 740-623-5934 or https://m-partners.facebook.com/ wagon rides, strolling carolers, ice carving, live reindeer, events/1288231171592696. circulating trolley, cookie decorating, children’s crafts, NOV. 21 – Buckeye Comic Con, Courtyard Marriott Holiday Gift Market, and much more. 614-595-5867 or Columbus West, 2350 Westbelt Dr. (I-270 at Roberts Rd. www.pickeringtonvillage.com. exit 10), Columbus, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. $5; age 6 and under free. Featuring local guest creators. www.facebook.com/ DEC. 3–5 – Christmas at the Palace, Marion Palace Theatre, 276 W. Center St., Marion, Fri./Sat. 7:30 p.m., Buckeye-Comic-Con-1917494808540660. Sun. 2 p.m. $12–$23. Directed by Clare Cooke, this variety
show featuring local community members has become one of Marion’s favorite holiday traditions. 740-383-2101 or www.marionpalace.org. DEC. 3–5 – Christmas Walk, Lancaster Camp Ground, 2151 W. Fair Ave., Lancaster, 5:30–9:30 p.m. Live music, holiday shopping, food and sweets, Nativity, and Saint Nicholas. 740-653-2119 or www.lancastercampground. org/christmas-walk. DEC. 4, 11 – Christmas Candlelighting Ceremony, Roscoe Village, Main Stage, 600 N. Whitewoman St., Coshocton. Free. Share in the evening’s tradition of lighting the 30-foot Christmas tree. 740-622-7644, 800877-1830, or www.roscoevillage.com. DEC. 11 – Annual Holiday Cookie Walk, Fairfield County Genealogical Research Library, 503 Lenwood Dr. (corner of Lenwood and West Mulberry), Lancaster, 1–4 p.m. Stock up for the holidays! Select from a great variety of cookies for $6 per pound. 740-653-2573. DEC. 11 – Care Train of Union County Auction, McAuliffe’s Ace Hardware, 1299 W. Fifth St., Marysville, 9 a.m.–2 p.m. 937-303-9453 or https://caretrain.org. DEC. 12 – Columbus Winter Avant-Garde Art and Craft Show, Makoy Event Ctr., 5462 Center St., Hilliard, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. $3, under 12 free. It’s officially holiday shopping time! This large show will feature artists and crafters selling their original handmade items. Full concessions stand on-site. www.avantgardeshows.com. DEC. 12 – Debby Boone’s White Christmas, Marion Palace Theatre, 276 W. Center St., Marion, 3 p.m. $27–$42. Three-time Grammy Award-winning artist delivers a jubilant holiday celebration through story and yuletide songs, including her 1977 fan favorite, “You Light Up My Life.” 740-383-2101 or www.marionpalace.org.
NOV. 26–27 – Holiday Craft and Gift Show, Montgomery Co. Fgds., 645 Infirmary Rd., Dayton, Fri. 10 a.m.–5 p.m., Sat. 9 a.m.–4 p.m. $4, under 13 free. The area’s largest craft show! www.ohiochristmasshows.com/ dayton-holiday-craft-show. NOV. 26–DEC. 31 – Art at the Mill, Historic Bear’s Mill, 6450 Arcanum-Bear’s Mill Rd., Greenville. We showcase Liz Zorn, abstract paintings, and the Millrace Potters, handmade pottery. Reception will be held Nov. 26, 6–8 p.m. 937-548-5112 or www.bearsmill.org. NOV. 27 – Bethany Christmas Bazaar, Bethany United Methodist Church, 6388 Cincinnati Dayton Rd., Liberty THROUGH NOV. 21 – Bluegrass Wednesdays, Vinoklet Township (Butler County), 10 a.m.–3 p.m. Free. Unique Winery, 11069 Colerain Ave., Cincinnati, Wed. 6:30–8:30 handcrafted gifts, Christmas decorations, and vendors p.m. Enjoy dinner, wine, and an evening of free bluegrass such as Pampered Chef and Magnolia & Vine. Donations entertainment by Vernon McIntyre’s Appalachian Grass. of canned goods accepted for charity. Find “Bethany Reservations strongly recommended. 513-385-9309 or Christmas Bazaar” on Facebook. vinokletwinery@fuse.net. NOV. 28 – Winter Avant-Garde Art and Craft NOV. 20 – Hometown Holiday Horse Parade, South Show, Oasis Golf Club and Conference Ctr., 902 Broadway, Greenville, 7 p.m. The lighted parade includes Loveland-Miamiville Rd., Loveland, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. $3, horse-drawn carriages, wagons, riders, and buggies. 937- under 12 free. Get a jump-start on your holiday shopping! 548-4998 or www.downtowngreenville.org. This large show will feature artists and crafters selling their original handmade items. Full concessions stand NOV. 20 – Hometown HoliDazzle Illuminated on-site. www.avantgardeshows.com. Parade, Wilmington, 7 p.m., beginning at the Clinton County Fairgrounds and ending downtown. www. DEC. 3 – Christmas on the Green, downtown hometownholidazzle.com. Piqua, 6–9 p.m. Community caroling, horse-drawn carriage rides, children’s activities, shopping, and live NOV. 25–DEC. 31 – Light Up Middletown, Smith entertainment. www.mainstreetpiqua.com. Park, 500 Tytus Ave., Middletown, 6–10 p.m. daily. A drive-through fantasy light display. See Santa and Mrs. DEC. 3 – First Friday Concert: Harps of Grace, United Claus every Friday and Saturday evening, 7–9 p.m. www. Methodist Church, 120 S. Broad St., Middletown, noon–1 lightupmiddletown.org. p.m. Free. Enjoy the heavenly sound of this “choir of harps” as they fill you with the wonders and joys of the NOV. 26 – Grand Illumination, downtown Troy. Join music of Christmas. 513-423-4620 or www.myfumc.net. us for the annual lighting of the Christmas tree and an evening of holiday fun, including horse-drawn carriage rides. Children can visit with Santa in the Santa House on Prouty Plaza. www.troymainstreet.org.
DEC. 3–5 – Christmas in the Village, downtown Waynesville, Fri. 6–9 p.m., Sat. 1–9 p.m., Sun. 1–5 p.m. Shopping, dining, horse-drawn carriage rides, carolers and choirs, costumed characters, a heated entertainment tent, and daily visits from Santa Claus. 513-897-8855 or www.waynesvilleohio.com. DEC. 4 – Candlelight Walk Open House, Historic Bear’s Mill, 6450 Arcanum-Bear’s Mill Rd., Greenville, 6–9 p.m. Join us for this annual Christmas celebration. 937-5485112 or www.bearsmill.org. DEC. 4 – Milford Athletic Boosters Annual Craft Show, 1 Eagles Way, Milford, 9 a.m.–3 p.m. $2; free parking. Almost 300 crafters. Food and drinks available for purchase at the cafeteria. www.milfordathletics.org/ boosters/craft-show-3/craft-show-3. DEC. 4 – Piqua Holiday Parade, downtown Piqua, 2 p.m. Celebrate the season with an old-fashioned holiday parade. Kids can visit with Santa after the parade in the lobby of the Fort Piqua Plaza. www.mainstreetpiqua.com. DEC. 5 – German Village Christmas Walk, Hamilton, noon–5 p.m. Free. Horse-drawn carriage rides, carolers, strolling musicians in Dickens attire, live reindeer, visits with Santa, and much more. 513-288-4688 or www. gettothebc.com. DEC. 11 – Holly Jolly 5K/10K Run, downtown Piqua, 10 a.m. Same-day registration accepted in the lobby of the Municipal Government Complex, 201 W. Water St. You can also download your registration at www. mainstreetpiqua.com or sign up online at www. cantstoprunningco.com. DEC. 11–12 – Dayton Christkindlmarkt, 1400 E. Fifth St., Dayton, Sat. 10 a.m.–5 p.m., Sun. 12–4 p.m. Celebrate the centuries-old Christmas market tradition that originated in Germany. 937-223-9013 or www.daytongermanclub.org.
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Thanksgiving 1. This was taken at my mom’s — Dora Binegar-Copen. Her Thanksgiving table always looks beautiful, and the food is delicious, too. Amy Hacker Washington Electric Cooperative member 2. I smell a turkey! Pam Goodwill Holmes-Wayne Electric Cooperative member
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