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Y BRIDGE ARTS FESTIVAL
(Admission is Free)
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When: August 5 & 6, 2011
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Location: (Map
It) Main Street,
downtown Zanesville on the Historic Y Bridge (43701)
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Phone: 800-743-2303 or
740-455-8282
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Web Site:
www.ybridgeartsfestival.com
See you on the
Bridge...Friday, August 5 from 6 PM - 9 PM and Saturday, August 6 from 10 AM
- 9 PM. For the third year in a row the East Main Street span of the
historical Y Bridge in Zanesville, Ohio will be closed to traffic over two
days while the bridge is transformed into an outdoor gallery of white tents
and lights. Zanesville will host over two hundred visual artists, craft
demonstrators and performance artists along with thousands of tourists from
across the region. The stage area will spotlight performances by singers,
dancers, writers and poets. Food concessions will offer fare from local
restaurants and the canal area will become a children's interactive learning
center with tons of fun activities. Bring blankets and chairs and come
spend the day ON the historic bridge.
www.ybridgeartsfestival.com The First
Friday Art Walk is also taking place as well as Lorena Sternwheeler public
rides, dinner cruise and twilight cruise. Call for details.
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Y
Bridge Arts Festival
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NAVIGATIONAL SUNDAY
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When:
August 7,
2011 at 2pm
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Where: (Map
It) downtown
Columbus, Battelle
Riverfront Park corner of W. Broad and Marconi Blvd. at
25 Marconi Blvd in Columbus, Ohio 43215
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Phone:
614-645-8760 or 614-645-0351 during regular business hours
The
Santa Maria celebrates the beginning of Christopher Columbus' voyage. A free
family event with boat making and coloring books for the kids, all day
entertainment, demonstrations and a visit from the Columbus Zoo 2-3 PM Ship
tours available, $4.00 for Adults and Youth 5-17 $2.50. The Santa Maria is
located downtown Columbus, 25 Marconi Blvd. across the River from Veterans
Memorial.
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DUBLIN IRISH FESTIVAL
(Admission: Adults $10, Seniors $7, and Children under 12 are Free)
Join the 25th
Anniversary of the Dublin Irish Festival! It's been named "...one of the
biggest and best festivals in the country" by Chicago's
Irish
American News
and a "Top 100 Event in North America" by the American Bus Association. It
attracts more than 100,000 visitors from across the globe. Set on 29
rolling acres, the event features more than 60 musical acts from the U.S.
and Ireland performing music on 7 stages (from Celtic rock to traditional
ballads). Three cultural stages feature storytelling, folklore, music and
hands-on workshops. Visitors can discover Ireland's traditional instruments
while learning to play the fiddle or tin whistle...or...be transported back
into Irish history when they visit a 10th Century Irish village - a time
when Irish hero Brian Boru chased the Danes out of the Emerald Isle. Irish
dancers compete in the Columbus Feis - a competition that attracts 1,400 of
the nation's best Ceili dancers. Visitors can watch sheep herding
demonstrations, explore their genealogy, shop the Emerald Isle for imported
goods, attend a Gaelic mass, learn to make a proper scone or sample an
endless variety of Irish food and drink.
Printout:
Dublin Irish Festival
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OHIO LINCOLN HIGHWAY BUY-WAY YARD SALE
(Admission is Free)
Shop 'til you drop, and reserve your lodging early,
along America's first coast-to-coast road in America! The LH follows generally
the older alignments of US Rt 30 through the state. From East Liverpool to
Convoy, and every Lincoln Highway community in between (there were over 1,000
yard sale events last year), if you are looking for it, chances are you'll find
it...at yard sale prices! Pick up a free Travelers Guide along the way, too.
Printout:
Ohio Lincoln Highway Buy-Way Yard Sale
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 CANAL
WINCHESTER BLUES & RIBFEST
(
Admission is Free)
When: August 5 & 6, 2011. Friday 5pm-11pm &
Saturday 11am-11pm
Location: (Map
It) 36 South High Street, Canal Winchester, OH 43110 (street closed to
vehicles during event)
Phone: 614-270-5053
Website:
www.bluesandribfest.com
Smokin' blues, sizzlin' hot ribs and more! ...Historic Canal Winchester serves
as the new home for this crowd-pleasing festival established twelve years ago in
nearby Pickerington, Ohio. Expanded now to two days, the Canal
Winchester Blues and Ribfest proudly continues a great central Ohio tradition.
This summer street celebration features live blues music, world-class ribs, a
variety of quality non-rib food options, locally crafted items/art, and a beer
garden for blues and rib-loving fans 21 and over. There is no charge for
admission to this popular event so plan early and bring your friends and family
to help you celebrate some of your favorite sights, sounds, and tastes of
summer!
Printout:
Canal Winchester Blues & Ribfest
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HARVEST FESTIVAL
 (Admission: Adults $6 Children under 12 FREE)
Harvest Festival has something for the whole family! A juried craft show, wagon
rides, sheep dog demonstrations, historic demonstrations in historic buildings,
and a spectacular antique show and sale. Games and crafts for children and a
petting zoo are highlights of the weekend. Food and beverages are available
throughout the village and a brew tent featuring bands and entertainment is in
the historic garden taking up 3 blocks in the center of the village.
The Zoar Community Association operates Zoar Village State Memorial with the
Ohio Historical Society. The State Memorial features 12 beautifully restore
buildings mixed in with privately owned and restored historic homes. The village
features guided tours, shopping for antiques and American folk crafts, as well
as bed and breakfasts, and a breakfast haus, and full service restaurant.
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Harvest
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INLAND
WATERWAYS FESTIVAL
(Admission is Free – Donations Appreciated)
A weekend filled with fun, family activities
that will also educate on the history, industry and environmental aspects of
our inland waterways. There will be demonstrations, displays, children’s
activities and living history performances.
Model Sternwheel boats will be on display
under the Museum and “Life Below the Waterline,” a traveling freshwater
aquarium will be set up to demonstrate the diversity of life sustained by
the Ohio River. River Works Discovery for children will be offered to
encourage education about the rivers. A steam powered launch will be on
display. There will be demonstrations of lock and dam systems, steam power
engines, and knot tying. A deckhand line throwing competition will take
place for adults and children and on Saturday evening the Marietta Boat
Club will feature a parade of boats on the
Muskingum River.
The Valley Gem Sternwheeler will be offering
special trips for the weekend including a special lock tour on the Muskingum
River on Saturday from 11:30am to 2:30pm. A special sightseeing cruise will
be offered on Saturday from 3:30pm to 4:30pm. For more information about the
Valley Gem, log onto
www.valleygemsternwheeler.com or
call 740-373-7862.
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(Admission:
$3)
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When: August 5 -
7, 2011 (Usually the first full
weekend in August)
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Location:
(Map
It) Twinsburg, Ohio
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Phone: 330-425-3652
If you want to see double -
attend the next Twins Day Festival in Twinsburg, Ohio. This is said to be the largest gathering of twins in the
world. And it’s right here in Ohio. Officials estimate that more than 2,500 sets
of twins appear every year. Now that’s got to be quiet a sight. Twins from
around the world participate in a parade appropriately named the Double-take
Parade, which is nationally televised. Other activities include entertainment,
fireworks and contests.
Printout:
Twins Day Festival in Twinsburg Ohio
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VINTAGE OHIO
(Admission:
Advanced tickets are $22 for adult wine samplers and $10 for non-drinker /
designated drivers. At the gate prices are $25)
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When: August 5 &
6, 2011 from
1-10 pm (always
the first
full weekend in August)
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Where:
(Map
It) Lake Metroparks Farmpark in Kirtland, Ohio
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Call: 800-227-6972
While Vintage
Ohio has truly grown to showcase more than just wine, the winemakers and their
vintages draw more than 30,000 wine lovers to Lake County each August. Vintage Ohio is sponsored by the Ohio Wine
Producers Association. It was named American Bus Association ‘Top 100 Event in
North America’ in 2001 and AGAIN IN 2005 and was named as one of the nation’s
top wine and food events by ‘Wine Spectator,’ ‘USA Today’ for the past five
years as well as by ‘Bon Appetit,’ Southwest Airlines in flight magazine, and
many other national publications. Vintage Ohio is the premier wine, food, and
family fun festival between the Appalachians and Rockies. It is the largest
event of its kind in Ohio and offers a premier tasting opportunity for people to
discover the award winning wines of Ohio. It is at this event that nearly 20
Ohio wineries produce over 150 varieties, and nowhere else are so many Ohio
wines available at a single venue. In addition, Vintage Ohio hosts two stages of live jazz, blues, oldies, reggae,
and rock music. Dozens of regional restaurants and caterers will be serving
their finest cuisine.
Printout:
Vintage Ohio
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The
annual Lebanon Blues Festival presented by the Lebanon Optimist Club will
take place in historic downtown Lebanon along Broadway & Mulberry Streets.
Listen to the sultry sounds of seven blues bands while enjoying your favorite
foods. Sit and sip a cool drink in our deluxe beer garden. Gaze at more than150
classic automobiles. Browse the downtown specialty shops for gifts and antique
treasures during "Old Fashioned Bargin Days". Come out and enjoy the
"Blues, BBQ & Bumpers.” In addition, there will be a 5K Blues Run along
the new bike trail.
Printout:
Lebanon Blues Festival
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PIONEER DAYS
(Admission
is Free)
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When: August 6 &
7, 2011 (Always the First
Weekend in August)
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Location:
(Map
It) 352 Cherry
Street in Gnadenhutten, Ohio Historical Park and Museum
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Phone: 330-602-2420
Celebrate pioneer-style at
Gnadenhutten Historical Park & Museum. Visitors will see a parade and a mixture
of other entertainment. Also, there is an 1840s pioneer encampment sure to make
children and adults alike appreciate their modern amenities. In addition, there
are plenty of arts, crafts and more to see at this traditional annual event.
Printout:
Pioneer Days
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PORT CLINTON ANNUAL CAR AND
TRUCK SHOW
(Admission is free)
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When: August 6, 2011 from 10am -
3pm (Always the first Saturday in August)
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Location: (Map
It) Downtown Port
Clinton, Ohio
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Phone: 419-734-5503
The show is very popular and
attracts great crowds to view the classics on display. There will be a parade
of cars at 9:00am to the downtown area. The Port Clinton rotary will be hosting
a fish fry for all hungry visitors, and the Port Clinton artists club will be
holding their annual “arts in the park” on the same day.
Printout:
Port Clinton Car & Truck Show
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DAN EMMETT MUSIC & ARTS
FESTIVAL
(Admission is Free)
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When:
August 11 - 14, 2011 (Always
Thursday through Sunday of the second week of August
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Where:
(Map
It) Mount Vernon, Ohio
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Phone: 800-837-5282 or
740-392-FEST (3378)
Music, crafts, cars, civil war living history encampment, historical tours, and
family fun abound at the Dan Emmett Music and Arts Festival. Held to celebrate
the legacy of Daniel Decatur Emmett, author of such songs as "Dixie" and "Turkey
in the Straw," the Dan Emmett Music and Arts Festival showcases artists and
musicians performing such styles as bluegrass, country, folk, oldies,
rock-n-roll, Christian and big band. The festival's trademark is its outstanding
music and entertainment format and a juried artisan exhibition offering awards
for artistry and presentation.
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FEAST OF THE ASSUMPTION
(Admission
is Free)
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When: August 12 -
15, 2011
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Location:
(Map
It) Little Italy’s
Murray Hill neighborhood in Cleveland, Ohio
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Phone: 216-421-2995
Whether you’re Italian or
not, this festival is popular for all walks of life. There is a traditional
religious processional through the ethnic neighborhood streets following a mass
at the church. Crowds are enormous as it seems all of northeast Ohio ascends on
this little Italian-American community making it “Big Italy” if only for a few
days. There is plenty of music, dancing, artwork, rides, and yes, great food.
The area definitely is filled with an “old-world” atmosphere. The four-day
celebration draws crowds of more than 100,000 annually. How can that many people
be wrong? If you’re looking for old-world charm, culinary delight and beautiful
cityscape, this is the place to see.
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Feast of the Assumption in Little Italy in Cleveland, Ohio
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When:
August 12 - 14, 2011 (Always the second weekend in August)
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Location: (Map
It) North Ridgeville, Ohio
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Phone:
440-218-9802
Living in Ohio, everyone needs to go to at least one corn festival. Join the
North Ridgeville community for three fun summer days and experience Amish-style
corn. The festivities include a parade, live bands nightly, corn eating contest,
car show, horseshoe tournament, rides, kids games, bed races, crafts and a midway.
Printout:
North Ridgeville Corn Festival
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MIAMI COUNTY FAIR
(Admission: $5
for those nine and older)
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When: August 12 - 18, 2011
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Where: (Map
It) Troy, Ohio
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Call: Call
937-335-7492
Welcome to the Miami
County Fair, a timeless tradition providing a little bit of country for over
100,000 visitors annually. This great family favorite consists of a week of
competitions, food, entertainment, food, harness racing, food, art exhibits,
food, midway rides and of course, FOOD! There is virtually something for
everyone to see, enjoy and experience at the Miami County Fair. Interested
in showcasing your talent? Then head to the Entertainment Tent and be part
of a talent show or even karaoke. Local entertainers will also perform.
Rides all day from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Leave the hustle
and bustle of city life behind and capture a bit of country
life.
Printout:
Miami County Fair
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(Admission
is Free)
Celebrate Italian-American
heritage with plenty of food, music, dancing and fun. This festival features
Bocce and Morra tournaments, a pizza eating contest, spaghetti sauce contest,
amateur wine makers contest and plenty of other activities for the family. An
old-time Mass Procession leading to St. Joseph Catholic Church in Dover.
Printout:
Tuscarawas County Italian American Festival
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(Admission
is Free)
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When: August 13 &
14, 2011 from 11am - 8pm
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Location:
(Map
It) Columbus, Ohio
(Genoa Park by COSI)
Phone: 614-645-3800 or 614-469-1045
This
celebration of Latin American culture is the largest Hispanic/Latino event in
Ohio! Celebrate Latin culture to
the music of Salsa, Mambo, Flamenco, Merengue and Conjunto by some of the finest
national and international Latino artists. Presentations also include
traditional ballroom dancing and those brave enough can partake in a dance class
to learn to Tango. Traditional Latin cuisines and festival fare are served and a
marketplace provides cultural pottery, jewelry, arts and crafts. In addition,
hands-on children’s workshops are offered.
Printout:
Festival Latino
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FROG JUMP FESTIVAL
(Admission is Free)
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When: August 14, 2011 date
to be announced
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Where:
(Map
It) Mill Stream Park, Maple Street, Downtown Valley City, Ohio 44280
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Phone:
330-483-1111 or e-mail
frogmaster@valleycity.org
For more than 45 years, Valley City, Ohio has been jumping for joy when frogs
take to the pavement to test their leg strength in a peculiar festival that
celebrates their leaping abilities. More than two thousand people gather
annually to partake in the fun. These frog-natics transport their slimy
competitors in old coffee cans, coolers and jars. There are about 600 frogs
entered into the contest by toddlers, retirees and everyone in-between. Trophies
are awarded to the winners. Food, beverage and souvenirs are available as well
as music and games. Admission and parking are free, cost involved to jump a
frog.
Printout:
Frog Jumping Festival
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PARADE OF THE
HILLS
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Open: August
17 - 20, 2011
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Location:
(Map
It) Nelsonville, OH
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Phone: 740-753-3525
This annual event will be
featuring a Rocky Western tent sale. The Nelsonville Rotary will have a
chuckwagon food booth, and the Nelsonville Chamber of Commerce will have an old
time western photo booth for children. The event will also feature a tractor
pull for children ages 12 and under.
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PEMBERVILLE FREE FAIR
(Admission is Free)
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Open: August
17 - 20, 2011
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Location: (Map
It) Memorial Park, on the corner of
Front and College Streets, Pemberville, Ohio 43450
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Phone: 419-287-3832
This 64-year-old event, one of the last free
fairs in Ohio, includes two parades and offers the usual mix of animals,
flowers, produce, quilts, needlework, bingo, hobbies, and yummy food, along with
a horse pull, a kiddie tractor pull, a youth talent show, and a fun run. Each year,
closely-guarded plans for kiddie costumes and floats (which get more and more
creative) start far in advance of the parade date and winners not only get a
small purse, they get bragging rights until the next year’s parade.
Printout:
Pemberville Free Fair
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(Admission
is Free)
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When: August 18 - 20, 2011
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Location:
(Map
It) Downtown Bucyrus,
Ohio
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Phone: 419-562-BRAT or
419-562-0720 or toll free 866-562-0720
This festival packs in three
days of family-fun and more than 27 tons of the finest sausage cooking over open
pits. The festival celebrates this small Ohio town’s German heritage with
more than just bratwurst. It has more than 100 more delicious foods made from
local family recipes that have been handed down from generation to generation
dating back to “the old country.”
Printout:
Bucyrus Bratwurst Festival
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SUMMER HARVEST GOURMET GALA
 ($80.00 per
person by reservation only)
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When: Friday, August 19, 2011 from 6:00 p.m.
to 9:00 p.m.
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Location: (Map
It) St. Francis Community Campus at 200 St. Francis Ave. in Tiffin, OH
44883
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Phone: 419-448-7485
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Web:
www.sfctiffin.org/gala
The Franciscan Earth Literacy Center (FELC) will host the fourth annual
Summer Harvest Gourmet Gala on the St. Francis Campus. As Northwest
Ohio's premiere food and wine tasting event, the Gala showcases the culinary
talents of regional chefs and features a sampling of Ohio wines.
Participating chefs represent restaurants and businesses in and around
northwest Ohio. Each chef plans his or her menu based on the available
produce and other seasonal items from the Center's Seeds of Hope Farm. Ohio
vintners will provide wine samples.
As “Field to Table” events grow in popularity around the country, the Gala
is committed to its goal of offering guests a special evening of delicious
food and wine while at the same time promoting the value of eating local and
seasonal food.
Reservations are required and tickets are priced at $80 per person or at
a discounted price for tables of eight ($65 per person). To reserve your
ticket, please contact the Franciscan Earth Literacy Center at 419-448-7485
or
earthliteracy@sbcglobal.net.
All proceeds from the Gala benefit environmental education programming for
children and adults at the FELC.
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The annual fine
art and craft fair is hosted by the Logan County Art League. It’s a juried art
show displaying works of original design, which are for sale. In addition, there
are children’s art activities, food and entertainment, all at beautiful Indian
Lake. 150 vendor spaces available. $75 for 13X13 space. Expected attendance
2,000+.
Printout:
Art on the Harbor
 COMMUNITY RIB BURN-OFF
(Admission is Free)
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When: August
20, 2011 from Noon - 7 pm
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Location:
(Map
It) Christ Covenant
Church at 16406 East High Street in Middlefield, OH 44062
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Phone:
440-632-0602
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Web:
www.christcovenant.com
The annual
Community Rib Burn-Off will feature delicious lip-smacking BBQ, with a choice of
rib or chicken dinners served with a choice of two sides, roll with butter and a
beverage ora hot dog kid's meal. Live entertainment will be available all day
featuring a performance by the local bluegrass Fort Huntsburg Band. The event
has something for everyone including Clowns, Jungle Terry, and many other kid’s
games and activities. For the dog lovers there will be canine
demonstrations. Check out an array of classic cars or enjoy the competitive E.
Ray Miller Memorial Softball Tournament. It will be a perfect summer festival
for family and friends in the heart of Amish country.
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DOGGIE DASH 'N SPLASH FEST
(Free
admission, $5.00 parking donation)
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When: August 20,
2011 from 10-5
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Where:
(Map
It) Fairground Recreation Center, 210 Fairground Rd. in Xenia, Ohio
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Phone: 937-562-7440
Doggie Dash 'N Splash Fest is a one-day festival dedicated to the dogs featuring
land and water games. The festival provides free samples, pet product vendors,
concessions, seminars and demonstrations. All well-mannered dogs on non-retractable leashes are welcome with
their families. Event proceeds benefit the Scout Burnell-Garbrecht Dog
Park.
Printout:
Doggie Dash and Splash
Festival
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FESTIVAL OF
NATIONS
(Admission is
Free)
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When: August 20, 2011 from 4pm - 9pm
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Where: (Map
It) Between the Miami River
Levee and back of visitor seating of THS Memorial Stadium in Troy
in Troy, Ohio
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Phone:
937-875-2489
There’s no need to travel the world
this summer because the world is traveling to Troy, Ohio’s Festival of Nations. Experience the fascinating cultures from around the globe
through Food – Dance – Music – Storytelling – Interactive Displays – Arts &
Crafts. This
international melting pot of fun and intrigue is a celebration for all ages and
offered for FREE!
For the kids, there’s face
painting, games and activities. And everyone will enjoy getting back to their
roots by visiting a display from their native countries, browsing the cultural
souvenirs, and a food court offering local restaurants the opportunity to serve
cuisine generic to their native countries, including mouthwatering Italian,
yummy Japanese, tantalizing German and much, much more.
Printout:
Festival of Nations in Troy, Ohio
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OHIO'S FRIENDLIEST TRAIN ROBBERY
(Fares:
Adult
$20.00 Senior $18.00 Children $16.00)
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When:
Saturday, August 20 and September 24 in 2011.
Departs 6pm and lasts
approximately 2 hours. Advance reservations are highly recommended for this
train.
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Where:
(Map
It) Hocking Valley
Scenic Railway in Nelsonville, Ohio
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Phone:
800-967-7834
Join the Hocking Valley Scenic Railway this summer as the train gets robbed by
bandits on horseback. At some point during the trip, passengers will encounter
a group of bandits determined to bag some loot from those on-board. Don't
despair, play money will be handed out to everyone onboard beforehand to give to
the robbers after they board the train. It promises to be a loud and thrilling
trip for the whole family. Trains are seated on a first come, first served
basis, so reservations are recommended for special trains or groups of
thirty or more. Mail-in reservations must be received no less than ten days
prior to the trip.
Printout:
Ohio's
Friendliest Train Robbery
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PET FEST - ANIMAL
ATTRACTION
(Admission: $2 donation, pets get in
free)
Bring your pets to Animal
Attraction. Pet festival, car show and WING IT! - a best wings contest with a
$500 cash top prize. Pet cooling stations, Pet products/services, Pet
health/welfare, 2 bands, raffles, pet look-alike contest, Dock Dogs on
Saturday, and spay/neuter certificates.
Printout:
Pet Fest
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SWEET CORN FESTIVAL
(Admission
is Free)
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When: August 20 &
21, 2011 from 11-7 and 11-6
respectively
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Location:
(Map
It) Community Park
East on Dayton-Yellow Springs Road in Fairborn, Ohio
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Phone: 937-305-0800
I can’t resist…this is an
EAR-Resistible festival. You’ve seen eating contests of all sorts but until
you’ve seen teeth chop away at corn-on-the-cob like an old-fashioned typewriter,
you aint seen a corn-eat'n contest. In addition, there’s a variety of
entertainment, activities, arts and crafts and lots of fresh corn.
Printout:
Sweet Corn Festival
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CLIFTON GORGE MUSIC &
ARTS FESTIVAL
24 - 26, 2012
Location:
(Map
It) Clifton town center
on Route 343 around the old Union Schoolhouse
Phone:
937-342-2175
A fun family
three day event in Historic Clifton, Greene county, Ohio. Come see the parade
filled with pioneers, scarecrows, floats and music at noon on Saturday. Visit
the numerous artists booths, wander with food of all good ole Ohio heritage
while listening to non- stop live on-stage music, bluegrass, country, rock, we
have it all! Try your skills at karaoke, join competing games of Corn Hole,
horse shoes, bail toss for fun and prizes and enjoy the historic reenactors.
Lots of fun for kids of all ages! Meet us at the gazebo and don't forget to
vote for your favorite scarecrow! Located down the street from the beautiful
Clifton Gorge Nature Preserve along the Little Miami River.
Printout:
Old Clifton Days
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WORLD DISABLED WATER SKI CHAMPIONSHIPS (2011)
Butler County is proud to host the 2011 World Disabled Water Ski
Championships. This event will feature three main events, including slalom,
tricks, and jumping. Within each event, athletes will be grouped into the
three categories of seated, standing and vision impaired. The event was last
held in Vichy, France in 2009 and drew 47 competitors from 18 countries.
Printout:
World Disabled Water Ski Championships
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(Admission
is Free)
Come celebrate zucchini with parades, games,
entertainment, food, pageants, and top-notch musicians such as
Rick Springfield and Mr. Speed.
Sunday is Kids Day with free activities including Columbus Zoo animals, COSI
exhibits, and the Columbus Crew.
Printout:
Obetz Zucchini Festival
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 THE
FOOTHILLS BLUES & ARTS FESTIVAL
(Admission is Free)
The Foothills Blues & Arts Festival, located in the center of a 550 acre family
farm in rural southeastern Ohio, provides a family music and art experience that
is second to none. Two full days of free music, fabulous food, and amazing art
in the foothills of beautiful Southeastern, Ohio.
Printout:
The
Foothills Blues & Arts Festival
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HILLBILLY FESTIVAL &
CLASSIC CAR SHOW
(Admission is Free)
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When:
Saturday, August 27, 2011 from 9am - 7pm
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Location: Shriners Headquarters, 1000 Edgerton Rd. in Broadview Height,
Ohio
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Phone:
440-834-1329
The
Hillbilly Festival will feature many crafts vendors, various forms of
hillbilly entertainment: Bubba the DJ; hillbilly Comedy skits with Cousin
Luanne and sister Clarabelle, Couzin Neal who makes balloon animals for
kids, "Curly Fry & and Idaho Spuds, and Elvis concert, celebrity
Look-a-likes: Elly Mae and Marilyn Monroe as the Hillbilly Fesitival Grand
Marshall.
Visitors will also be treated to a huge car show with over 200 classic cars,
hillbilly cars, and a special group of TV/Movie Cars, that include, one of
the few Dukes of Hazard General Lees; The Smokey & the Bandit Movie car, the
Starsky & Hutch TV car; K.I.T.T. Knight Rider car Barney Fife and the
Mayberry Police Car where good ‘ol Barney will be handing out tickets for
people having toooo much fun!
Printout:
Hillbilly Festival
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FAIRS IN AUGUST
Auglaize County Fair in Wapakoneta
http://www.auglaizecountyfair.org/
Greene County Fair in Xenia
http://www.greenecountyfairgrounds.com/
Medina County Fair in Medina
http://www.medina-fair.com/
Gallia County Fair in Gallipolis
http://galliacountyfair.org/
Columbiana County Fair in Lisbon
http://www.columbianacountyfair.org/
Wood County Fair in Bowling Green
http://www.woodcounty-fair.com/
Champaign County Fair in Urbana
http://www.champaigncountyfair.com/
Athens County Fair in Athens
http://www.athenscofair.org/
Ross County Fair in Chillicothe
http://www.rosscountyfair.com/
Licking County Hartford Fair in Croton
http://www.hartfordfair.com/
Richland County Fair in Mansfield
http://www.richlandcountyfair.com/
Cuyahoga County Fair in Berea
http://www.cuyfair.com/
Scioto County Fair in Lucasville
http://www.sciotocountyfair.com/
Ashtabula County Fair in Jefferson
http://www.ashtabulafair.com/
Erie County Fair in Sandusky
http://www.eriecountyohiofair.com/
Hamilton County Fair in Carthage
http://www.hamiltoncountyfair.com/
Seneca County Fair in Attica
http://www.atticafair.com/
Henry County Fair in Napoleon
http://www.henrycountyfair.org/
Mercer County Fair in Celina
http://www.mercercountyohiofair.com/
Miami County Fair in Troy
http://www.miamicountyohiofair.com/
Muskingum County Fair in Zanesville
http://www.muskingumcofair.com/
Holmes County Fair in Millersburg
http://www.holmescountyfair.com/
Huron County Fair in Norwalk
http://www.huroncountyfair.com/
Meigs
County Fair in Pomeroy
http://www.themeigscountyfair.com/
Jefferson County Fair in Smithfield
http://thejeffersoncountyfair.com/Home.html
Lake County Fair in Painesville
http://www.lakecountyfair.org/
Allen County Fair in Lima
http://www.allencountyfair.org/
Darke
County Fair in Greenville
http://www.darkecountyfair.com/
Defiance County Fair in Hicksville
http://www.defiancefair.com/
Monroe County Fair in Woodsfield
http://www.monroecountyfair.net/
Lorain County Fair in Wellington
http://www.loraincountyfair.com/
Portage County Fair in Randolph
http://www.randolphfair.com/
Sandusky County Fair in Fremont
http://www.sanduskycountyfair.com/
Noble County Fair in Caldwell
http://www.noblecountyfair.net/
Morrow County Fair in Mount Gilead
http://www.mtgilead.com/fair_main.htm
Stark County Fair in Canton
http://www.starkcountyfair.com/
Printout:
August Fairs
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When: August
25-28, 2011 