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DEERCREEK DAM DAYS FESTIVAL
(Admission is Free)
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When: May 30 - June 2, 2012
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Location:
(Map
It)
US Route 22, Willamsport
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Phone:
740-207-7001
The Deercreek Dam Days Festival
hosts four wonderful days of fun in Willamsport. With a car show, a
super midway, arts, crafts, a flea market, games and rides there is
something for everyone of any age to come and enjoy. Constant live,
free entertainment appears on the stage nightly. Three parades are
featured during the festival weekend, along with an abundance of food
carts and vendors and countless fun door prizes so everyone has a
chance to win.
Printout:
Deercreek Dam Days
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THE ENCAMPMENT
(Admission is Free)
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When: June 1 - 3, 2012 (7pm
- 8:30pm
Friday; 10am - 5:30pm Saturday; 10am - 3pm Sunday)
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Location: (Map
It) Century Village at Fryer Park
- 4185 Borders Rd. in Grove
City, OH 43123
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Phone: 800-539-0405
Relive the period from the American Revolution
through the Civil War. Troop encampment, field hospital, frontier life, one
room school, furnished log home, discharge of black power rifles, tomahawk toss,
live music from this period.
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FRONTIER DAYS
(Admission is Free)
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When: May 31 - June 3, 2012
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Location:
(Map
It) American Legion Grounds at 111 Race St off
SR-50 in downtown Milford
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Call: 513-831-2411
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Web site:
www.frontierdaysmilford.com
 Frontier Days began in 1965 as a way to celebrate the heritage of the Milford
Miami Township area. Diverse groups such as church and school organizations,
businesses and athletic associations, come together to make Frontier Days one of
the area's biggest annual events, and one of Ohio's largest parades. Frontier
Days has all the earmarks of a traditional hometown festival, including a big
kickoff parade, great food and family fun. In past years, thousands of people
have lined the streets of Milford to see the floats, bands and marching units.
Frontier Days combines the distinct character of southwestern Ohio with the
noise and color of a carnival...it's all there, from balloons to bratwurst, from
cotton candy to craft booths. The celebration is distinctively Milford's, yet
it's meant to be shared. Anyone who has seen Frontier Days knows that sharing is
something Milford does very well.
Printout:
Frontier Days
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 GOLD
WINGS & RIBS FESTIVAL
(Admission is Free)
The annual Gold Wings & Ribs Festival will be held along the river front area of
beautiful Pomeroy, Ohio. Pomeroy is nestled on the bank of the Ohio River in Meigs county. The festival is an area wide event and will provide tours of
several of the area’s great communities and attractions, as well as some of the
most beautiful country in the United States.
This year will
have the People’s Choice balloting, as well as a panel of judges to determine
the winner of the title of "Ohio's Best Ribs" and "Ohio's Best Wings." Be sure
to sample and vote for your favorites! Not everyone likes ribs, so if you don't
care for ribs that much, there will still be plenty of other food vendors
available to find the food that’s right for your.
Printout:
Gold Wings &
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COLUMBUS ARTS FESTIVAL
(Admission
is Free)
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When: June
1 - 3, 2012 -
Friday and Saturday from 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m.
and Sunday from 11:30 a.m.-6 p.m.
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Location:
(Map
It) Columbus, Ohio
(downtown riverfront)
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Phone: 614-224-2606
American Style
magazine named this an
"essential festival" in its February
2007 issue. The Columbus Arts Festival
remains the welcome-to-summer event in Columbus, pairing the finest artists and
craftspeople with a medley of continuous entertainment including art activities,
musical performances, and food from Columbus' finest restaurants. Kids
will enjoy the Children's Art Activities
area, where there are numerous
fun-filled projects for them to do. In
addition, there are art activities for adults to enjoy, live music, community
stage performances and the Ohio Magazine Poetry
Stage.
Printout:
Columbus Arts Festival
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STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL (Newark)
(Admission is Free)
Known as having the “Best Strawberry Shortcake In the World”, the
Newark Strawberry Festival attracts visitors from all over to come
central Ohio to come and experience the annual experience. The weekend
long event in June with more than a quarter century of tradition has
something for everyone. The festival opens with the Strawberry Pageant
and crowning of Festival Princesses. The food at the festival includes
Velvet Ice Cream, specialty strawberry shortcake, pizza, sandwiches,
fries, and other tasty foods. Along with non-stop stage
entertainment, rides and games, also over 90 artisans, crafters, and
vendors from across Ohio come for the event. A
large amount of the event proceeds help fund
Kiwanis Park
and Camp O’Bannon, a camp for underprivileged children.
Printout:
Newark Strawberry Festival
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LANCASTER OLD CAR
CLUB SPRING CAR SHOW
(Admission: $5.00 pre-registration / $6.00 registration at
gates. Registration Saturday is also good for Sunday. General admission –
free / parking on grounds $5.00)
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 When:
June 2012 dates to be announced
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Location:
(Map
It) On the grounds of the Historic Fairfield
County Fairgrounds at 157 East Fair Avenue in Lancaster, Ohio 43130
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Web Site:
www.lancasteroldcarclub.org
The show is open to all
makes and models including muscle cars, old motorcycles, trucks, and fire
trucks. Saturday is the Swap Meet and Cruise-in. Sunday is the Swap Meet, Car
show and judging w/ trophies awarded at 4:00 PM. 33 classes will be judged on
Sunday with 3 Trophies per class (top three / no order). Plus special awards,
including a club participation cash award for most participating members.
Enjoy good food,
refreshments, swap meet, 50/50 drawing both days, flea market, and women's world
(flea market area with jewelry, cosmetics, clothing items). Sunday Worship
Services, (non-denominational).
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(Admission
is Free)
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When: June
2 & 3, 2012 (Always held the
first full weekend in June)
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Location:
(Map
It) Troy, Ohio
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Phone:
937-339-7714 or 937-339-8769
Although there are other
strawberry festivals in Ohio and some that offer free admission, the Troy
Strawberry Festival is one of the best. Troy is proclaimed by locals to be the
Strawberry Capital of Ohio. The festival attracts more than 250,000 visitors.
Its featured attractions include a parade, bed races, car
show, arts and crafts, sporting events and children’s events. In addition, there are pie-eating
contests, kiddie tractor-pulls, tug-of-war, rubber duck race, Berry Special
Olympics, Big Wheel Races and a myriad of other activities.
Printout:
Strawberry Festival
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When: June 8 & 9, 2012 from 4-10pm and 12-10 pm respectively
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Where:
(Map
It) JW
Denver Williams Memorial Park, Rombach Ave., Wilmington, OH 45177
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Phone:
877-428-4748
The fabulous
50's & 60's are celebrated at the nation's only Banana Split Festival in
Wilmington, Ohio. This June is our 15th year. Enjoy two free rock 'n' roll
concerts, continuous entertainment, a cruise-in of classic cars, crafts and
collectibles, games, rides, unique food and of course Banana Splits!
Printout:
Banana Split Festival
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(Admission
is Free)
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When:
June 8 & 9, 2012 (Always the second weekend in June)
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Location:
(Map
It) downtown Harrod, Ohio
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Phone: 419-648-5091
Rudolph Foods Company and Harrod, Ohio offer the Pork Rind Heritage Festival annually. Yes, Pork Rind
Festival! If you want to see how many tasty ways you can prepare a pork rind,
eat fresh popped pork rinds or enjoy a hog roast, this festival is for you. It
also features a parade, live entertainment and crafts.
Printout:
Pork Rind Heritage Festival
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(Admission
is Free)
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When: June 8 - 10, 2012
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Location:
(Map
It) Coshocton
County Fairgrounds in Coshocton, Ohio
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Phone:
740-622-5411 or 800-338-4724
Originally called the Coshocton Hot Air Balloon Race, it changed its name to
reflect the more encompassing events that occur at this festival. Balloonists
from all over Ohio and Michigan come to show off their colorful aircrafts.
Balloon launches are held at dawn and dusk. And a “night glow” of balloons
occurs after dark. Balloonists take part in various events such as dropping
markers while in flight in attempt to hit a target on the ground. A
traditional hot air balloon race sanctioned by the North American Balloon
Association is also held during the festivities. Other activities include 5k
run, crafters, live music, carnival rides and more. Free Admission.
Printout:
Hot Air Balloon Festival
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OHIO'S FRIENDLIEST TRAIN ROBBERY
(Fares:
Adult
$20.00 Senior $18.00 Children $16.00)
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When:
2012 Dates to be determined.
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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FORT ANCIENT CELEBRATION
(Admission $9.00 per adult and $5.00 per student)
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When:
June 2012 dates to be
determined
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Where:
(Map
It) Fort Ancient State Memorial, 6123 St Rt 350, Oregonia, Ohio 45054
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Phone:
800-283-8904 or 513- 932-4421
Situated 245 feet on a bluff top overlooking the Little Miami River, Fort
Ancient is the premiere hilltop enclosure consisting of 18,000 feet of earthen
walls built 2,000 years ago by the ancient ones during the Hopewell culture. The
site offers a 9,000 sq ft. exhibit area, 15,000sq ft reconstructed garden, and
3.5 miles of hiking trails.
Come for a day of
educational programming about American Indian Heritage. Up to one hundred
dancers, forty vendors, six presenters, and five drums will present information
on American Indian Heritage. Demonstrations and activities will be throughout
the entire weekend. Food will be served by the Warren County Conservation
Association. Storytelling, flute music, heritage discussions, and Native
spirituality will be presented.
Printout:
Fort
Ancient Celebration: A Gathering Of Four Directions
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BEXLEY HOUSE & GARDEN TOUR
(Tickets are $15 pre-purchased at
www.bexleywomen.org and $20 day of tour)
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When: June 10, 2012
- from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
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Location:
(Map
It) Columbus
School for Girls, 56 S. Columbia Ave., Bexley, Ohio
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Phone: 614-231-6518 or visit
www.bexleywomen.org
The 5th annual Bexley House
& Garden Tour sponsored by Bexley Women’s Club showcases homes in the gracious
eastside suburb of Columbus. As you tour these beautiful homes and gardens, you
will agree with the tour’s theme, “There’s no place like home.”
Two Bexley BEAT busses will provide free transportation between homes. Biking is
encouraged; bike racks will be provided at the various homes on the tour. There
will also be ample, well-marked parking along the streets of each Tour home.
Profits from the tour fund the Bexley Women's Club Scholarship Program and
community and social service projects. Scholarship applications for college
students are encouraged. Please download application forms from our web site
www.bexleywomen.org.
Printout:
Bexley House & Garden Tour
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DENNISON RAILROAD FESTIVAL
(Admission is Free)
One
hundred miles from Columbus and Pittsburg, the small town of Dennison
holds its annual railroad festival in the Historic Depot Museum. The
Dennison Railroad was once one of the largest railroad shops and yards
in the country. All trains between St, Louis and New York stopped
there. Today the town of Dennison no longer sees train activity but
the six day Dennison Railroad Festival is held every year to celebrate
the town’s industrial history. Held around the Historic Railroad Depot
Museum and the Historic Street District, you can enjoy tasty food,
exciting games and rides, a train exhibit, tours and performances.
Visitors can also enjoy the annual parade and car show.
Printout:
Dennison RR Fest
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DEAN
MARTIN FESTIVAL
(Admission is free)
Join
hundreds of Dean Martin enthusiasts in his hometown at the annual celebration of
his life and achievements. Fans gather in
Steubenville,
Ohio, to enjoy performances by Dean Martin
impersonators, see Dino's hometown, and share memories.
Printout:
Dean Martin Festival
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 WASHBOARD
MUSIC FESTIVAL
(Free Admission - Free Kids Rides)
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When:
June 16 - 16, 2012: Thursday (5:00pm-10:00pm), and Friday - Saturday
(Noon - 11:00pm)
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Location: (Map
It) Logan, Ohio (Hocking Hills region)
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Phone:
740-380-3828 or 740-380-2752
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Web:
www.washboardmusicfestival.com
The Washboard
Music Festival is an annual extravaganza held in the streets of small town
America. The festival's focus is on celebrating the enduring role the
washboard has had on American music styles. This annual event provides
wholesome family entertainment. You can enjoy the foot-tappin' styles of
Dixieland Jazz, Jug Music, Celtic, Blues and Cagun Zydeco played by bands from
all around the country. In addition, you may enjoy great food, browse the
streets filled with quality craft vendors and enjoy the many special events,
including the festive Saturday evening parade. There's also a handmade quilt
show, washboard factory tours and street entertainers. For the kids,
there's a large area of FREE rides, games and live entertainment. ALL
entertainment is FREE and FUN! So, kick off the Ohio summer festival season by
visiting Ohio's Most Unique Music Festival. See ya there!
Printout:
Washboard Music Festival
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(Admission and parking are Free)
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When: June
15 - 17, 2012 (Fathers' Day Weekend)
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Location:
(Map
It) 3701 Veterans Memorial
Parkway (off Detroit rd) Avon Ohio
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Phone: 1-866-818-1116
The Avon
Heritage Duct Tape Festival returns showcasing duct tape in all forms including
art, sculptures, fashion and more. It will be a celebration of duct tape, its
enthusiasts, and its wacky and fun uses. The festival also honors the history
and heritage of the city that is proclaimed the “Duct Tape Capital” of the
world, home of Duck® brand duct tape, in Avon, Ohio. Rides, games and food will
be part of the celebration, along with a Saturday morning duct tape parade! The
festival, perfect for Father’s Day, features most dads’ favorite tool, but it's
fun for the whole family. For more information, call 866-818-1116 or visit
www.ducttapefestival.com.
Printout:
Duct Tape Festival
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COSHOCTON DULCIMER DAYS FESTIVAL
(Free Festival Admission, Free Parking)
Coshocton County has been the host of the longest running heritage music
festival in Ohio—Dulcimer Days. It is also the second oldest event of its
kind in the United States. As part of
this nationally significant Appalachian musical event, the Mid-East Regional Dulcimer Championships are held and winning
competitors at Coshocton's festival go on to compete in the national
competition. The Coshocton Dulcimer Days will be held at the Coshocton County Courtsquare Gazebo and at the Coshocton Presbyterian Church on Fourth Street.
Visitors to the event will enjoy music vendors, artists' booths and listening to
traditional Appalachian music. Admission to the event will be free. There will
be a freewill offering for the Saturday night concert at the Presbyterian Church
featuring dulcimer players Susan Trump, of Newtonville, NY, and David Lindsey &
Family of Bennington, OK. Several music workshops will be held throughout the
weekend with a nominal charge of $15 each. Coshocton was again named by Midwest
Living magazine as 'One of the 100 top towns to visit.'
Printout:
Dulcimer Days
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(Admission
is Free)
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When: June
15 - 17, 2012 (Always Father’s Day Weekend)
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Location:
(Map
It) Vermilion,
Ohio at Victory Park
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Phone:
440-967-4477
This festive
event features a lighted boat parade on the river and a “Crazy Craft” boat race.
Pull up a lawn chair and make a day of it riverside and take in the sun and
“crazy crafts.” And if you get hungry, treat yourself to a Walleye or Perch
sandwich. Now doesn’t that sound yummy? Oh, and there’s plenty of activities,
entertainment and crafts too such as sand castle building contests and pageants.
This is a fun Father's Day weekend
event featuring a fishing contest, games, vendors and Lake Erie perch. An
outdoor marketplace with unique items for sale is also available.
Printout:
Festival of Fish
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Bradford Ohio Railroad Museum
RAILROAD FESTIVAL AND TRAIN MEET
Admission: $3.00 - adults and free for children younger than 12
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 When:
June 16, 2012 - from 10:00 am -
3:00 pm
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Location:
(Map
It)
Bradford High School - Main Venue, 640 Railroad Avenue, Bradford OH 45308
Bradford Ohio Railroad Museum - Corner of Main & Miami, Bradford OH 45308
Historic BF Tower - Main St., Bradford OH 45308
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Phone: 937-423-1898 or 937-448-6211 (space or
information)
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Web Site:
www.bradfordrrmuseum.org
The Bradford Ohio Railroad Museum Festival & Train Meet features train layouts,
model train & historical train vendors, children's activities, entertainment, a
garden train exhibit, speakers, workshops, demonstrations & delicious food. The
Bradford Ohio Railroad Museum dedicates this festival to the preservation of
Bradford & southwestern Ohio railroad heritage. The railroad was once a
significant part of Bradford's economy, employing many who manned the trains,
worked in the switching yards and in the roundhouse where steam locomotives were
kept and maintained between runs.
The museum has restored Bradford's former Pennsylvania Railroad BF interlocking
tower and opened a museum in the former bank building. The main location for
the festival will be at The Bradford Schools. The museum, tower, and school
will contain photographic and physical displays that will allow the visitor to
take a walk back through Bradford's railroad history. The RR Festival is
located at three venues in Bradford OH; there is transportation provided. In
addition, two other locations within 2 miles of Bradford will be open with
major model train and antique historical artifacts! The museum Gift Shoppe will
be open and feature a number of train paraphernalia and Cat’s Meow figurines of
historical train locations.
Printout:
RR Festival
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EARTH ANGEL SUPER CRUISE IN
(Admission is Free)
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When: June 16, - from 10am - 9pm (Usually the 3rd Saturday in June)
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Location: (Map
It) Lancaster, Ohio
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Phone:
740-654-5929
When you visit this festival you won’t just be having a good time, but
you’ll be helping a good cause. Earth Angel Foundation of Ohio holds
an annual fair to help send fatally ill children and their families on
a dream vacation and giving these kids a chance to have fun. The
fairgrounds put on car, motorcycle, and tractor shows. It even has
concerts from different bands each year along with raffles and food.
All the proceeds from the festival help the Earth Angel Foundation of
Ohio. Join these kids and their families, by supporting a noble cause
while having an exciting time.
Printout:
Earth Angel
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FAIRBORN'S "HERITAGE DAYS"
(Admission is Free)
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When:
Saturday, June 16, 2012 - from 11am - 5pm
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Location:
(Map
It) Fairborn, Ohio at
the Mercer-Smith Log Cabin Main other historical locations
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Phone: 937-609-8112
Enjoy a
quilt show, garden tours, historical re-enactments and photo displays, Wright B
Flyer simulators, special family activities from Carriage Hill Farm, Carillon
Historical Park, the National Aviation Heritage Alliance, and the National Park
Service. Step back in time with the special events at the Mercer-Smith Log Home.
Enjoy the Heritage Picnic Lunch and Ice Cream Social from 3:30 - 7pm at the
Fairborn Senior Center. Enjoy Young’s ice cream, explore the rain gardens, take
a carriage ride, play yard games, relax to great music. Stroll down Main Street
to view more than 100 antique and new quilts on display in the storefronts of 22
participating businesses.
Printout:
Fairborn's Heritage Days
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SIMPLY SLAVIC
(Admission is Free)
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When: Saturday, June 16, 2012 - from Noon- 11pm
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Location: (Map
It) Federal Plaza East, Downtown Youngstown
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Phone: 330-503-9874 or
330-503-9874
Simply Slavic is a downtown festival created specifically to celebrate
the rich traditions of Youngstown’s diverse Eastern European
community. It will include live music, Polish, Slovak, Carpatho-Rusyn
and Ukrainian folk dance performances, home-made food, children’s
learning areas, educational exhibits and an ethnic marketplace with
crafts and folk art. Especially unique to the event will be an
Ecumenical Prayer Blessing and Parade of Flags with representatives
from a variety of faiths and parishes; a Slavic Beer Garden featuring
a tasting “flight” of unique imports; a Baking Contest where amateurs
and professionals alike can compete to be the Kolachi Queen/King, and;
a Euro Disco showcasing modern Eastern European dance music.
Printout:
Simply Slavic
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SUMMER SOLSTICE LAVENDER FIELD DAY
(FREE admission, FREE parking, Fees apply for Adult workshops and U~PICK)
Peaceful Acres Lavender Farm will host Clinton
County's first annual Lavender Field Day. The fields are filled with an acre of
many varieties of lavender in Full bloom and here for U~PICK lavender. You will
be amazed with the beauty and wild life in the fields. This is a don't miss
invitation, our farms magic is peaked on this weekend so rain or shine the farm
is still here! BRING YOUR CAMERA to capture the beauty on Ohio's Largest
Lavender Farm!
Child workshops are FREE
and include Herb Sachet making , animal feeding , Giant sling shots, Nature
Trails, and Recycled Instruments. Please Pre-register.
Adult workshops
include Lavender Wreath and Lavender Wand crafting. Also learn how to build
raised beds utilizing recycled materials. Pre-registration required.
Saturday
music, chair massage, reflexology, food and sunset Fire spinning with the "Soul
Fire Tribe"!
Our field day is every June on the Summer Solstice weekend!
"A responsible farm using recyclable trash for construction projects that will
truly be works of art," says Jamie, local artist.
 YMCA SUMMER CAMP OPPORTUNITIES
Put a little excitement in
your child’s summer! YMCA Camp Willson in Bellefontaine, OH offers a wide
variety of summer overnight camp opportunities for children 7-17. Traditional
camp with archery, canoeing, arts & crafts, nature; and specialty camps with
emphasis on horseback riding, fishing, sports, teen trips or leadership
programs are several of the camps available. Call 1-800-423-0427 for a
brochure or visit
www.ymcacampwillson.org. On Family Day your family can have fun together while enjoying fishing
& boating on our 40 acre lake, archery, air riflery, climbing our 25 ft. wall,
hiking on scenic trails, and limited horseback riding trail rides ($10).
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Week long celebration of the ethnic
diversity, and the religious and cultural heritage of the
"International City." The spotlight Nationality is different each
year. The festival and bazaar runs Friday thru Sunday where more than
40 nationalities are represented with ethnic foods, pastries, crafts,
and non-stop entertainment.The festival also features a kids area full
of rides and educational fun. The International Queen will be chosen
during Thursday nights pageant which features our princesses
representing their nationalities. The International parade takes place
on Sunday.
Printout:
International Festival
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BRUNSWICK OLD FASHIONED DAYS
(Admission is Free)
Brunswick Old Fashioned Days is one of the leading festivals in the
area. From contests and giveaways, to amusement park rides and games,
there’s something for everyone at this five day celebration. Enjoy
fireworks, parades, pageants and music with friends and family. Or try
some of Brunswick’s good ol’ fashioned food. There’s even live
“guaranteed old fashioned” entertainment from hypnotists to polka
bands. Also enjoyed are the hot air balloon launch and the popular Old
Fashioned Days parade. No matter what you do, there’s always something
for you at this Brunswick summer tradition.
Printout:
Old Fashioned Days
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CY YOUNG DAYS
(Admission is Free)
The Cy
Young Days celebrates the exhilarating, enjoyable game of baseball and
a man named Cy Young. Cy Young was baseball player who lived over 100
years ago. This festival honors him and his love for his game. Every
year baseball players from different teams come to the Cy Young Days
celebration as special guests to meet fans and sign autographs. The
special guest will also be honored as the Grand Parade Marshall. Some
of the proceeds from Cy Young Days will benefit the Cy Young Youth
League, a baseball and softball league for hundreds of kids.
Printout:
Cy Young
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LONDON STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL
(Admission is Free)
Looking to have a “berry” good time? The London Strawberry Festival
located in the historical city of downtown London has plenty of
special activities for all visitors. There are games, rides, contests,
and crafts for kids. Free nightly entertainment, contests, and a
parade are sure to be fun had by all. The festival even has a kiddie
tractor pull and pageants. Or try some strawberry flavored sweets and
treats that give this festival its unique twist. Explore all that the
London Strawberry Festival has to offer at this yummy celebration.
Printout:
Strawberry Fest
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GARRETTSVILLE SUMMERFEST
(Admission is Free)
Home to
the largest summer festival in Portage County, the Garrettsville
Summerfest is jam-packed with fun activities for you and your family.
Relax and enjoy some live entertainment, celebrate summer with Ohio’s
largest tractor parade, or check out some of Summerfest’s exciting car
and bike shows. New this year is a Flower and Garden show and a 5k
run/ 1 Mile Fun Walk. From a the Cornhole Tournament to the Hamburger
Eating Contest to the Adult Canoe Race, this three day extravaganza at
Garrettsville Summerfest has something for everyone.
Printout:
Garrettsville Summerfest
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MARIA STEIN COUNTRY FEST
 (Admission
and parking are Free)
This is a family festival with all free entertainment featuring The Flying
Pages, a family flying trapeze act. The Flying Pages have performed around
the world in all the famous circuses and will entertain all ages with their
death defying feats. Also appearing throughout the weekend are the Country
Fest Tractor Square Dancers. Imagine 8 tractors driving in 3rd gear
"dancing" to all the familiar square dances in an arena. Mustang Sally will
be performing, as well as, a wide variety of other musical entertainment.
There are several competitive events for all ages, a craft show, chainsaw
carving and auction, a sand artist, tractor pulls, go-kart and lawn mower
races, a wide variety of foods, and much, much more. The festival has free
admission, free parking, and all entertainment is free.
Printout:
Maria Stein Country Fest
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 RHYTHM
ON THE RIVER
(Admission is Free)
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When: Starting in late June held Friday evening throughout summer
beginning at 8 p.m.
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Location: (Map
It) Riverside Amphitheater in downtown Pomeroy, Ohio
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Phone: 1-877-MEIGS-CO
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Web Site:
www.pomeroyblues.org
"Rhythm on the River" is a series of free concerts held on Friday evenings
throughout the Summer. Well attended by families and individuals alike, the
Rhythm on the River shows are a wonderful way to spend a nice summer eve
congregating with friends and neighbors.
Printout:
Rhythm On The River
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GENE AUTRY DAYS
(Admission: $5 per person, children under 12 are free and parking is
free)
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When:
June 23 & 24, 2012 (always the 4th weekend in June). Hours are
Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
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Location:
(Map
It) Hardin County Fairgrounds community building, located south of
Kenton Ohio on C.R. 140 between S.R. 31 and US 68.
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Phone:
419-673-4131
The
Annual Gene Autry Days will be a Centennial Celebration in honor of The Singing
Cowboy (1907-2007) and the cap guns manufactured by the Kenton Hardware Company.
The show features dealers from several states with over 70 tables of cap guns,
old toys and western memorabilia, including Gene Autry items & cap guns.
Non-stop entertainment will be provided by Les Gilliam, Johnny Western, Call of
the West, Paul Belanger and John Buttram. Maxine Hansen of Autry Entertainment
will be on hand to answers questions.
The Ohio
State Championship Fast Draw Match, Gene Autry movies and a western Look-a-Like
contest are other highlights of the show. Visitors will also enjoy the mural and
park in downtown Kenton commemorating the history of Mr. Autry with the Kenton
Hardware Company and the cap guns.
Printout:
Gene
Autry Days
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 HISTORIC HOME & GARDEN TOUR
(Admission: $12)
The Champaign
County Preservation Alliance presents their 20th. Annual Historic Home
and Garden tour in Urbana, Ohio. This years tour includes six homes,
one home under restoration, two private gardens, the Johnny Appleseed
Museum, the Grimes "Flying Lab" and a special appearance by Mr. Tom
McNutt from Columbus' Channel 4 television. Entertainment, food and
craft sales and demonstrations along with a free shuttle are all part
of the package!
Printout:
Historic Home and Garden Tour
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OHIO VALLEY FRONTIER DAYS AT HISTORIC FORT
STEUBEN
(Admission: adults $3; youth $1; under age 6 free)
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When: June 23 & 24, 2012 - from 10-6
and 11-5 respectively
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Location:
(Map
It) Steubenville, Ohio (120 South Third Street)
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Phone:
740-283-1787
Every year Historic Fort Steuben – a reconstructed 18th
century fort built on its original site overlooking the Ohio River – opens its
mighty wooden gates for 2 special days to reenactors, demonstrators, musicians,
dancers, storytellers, artists, crafters, and visitors of all ages for its
family-friendly Festival. Within the picket walls, the 1st American
Regiment sets up camp and demonstrates the boom of its cannon as well as the
daily life of the enlisted men who inhabited the Fort in 1787. Visitors
participate in games and contests, make crafts and join in activities that make
history come alive. Buildings are open for tours; Baron von Steuben teaches
military drill to young volunteers; Chief Logan tells his story while settlers
outside the walls provide insight into life on the Ohio frontier. Meet the
blacksmith, candle makers, woodworker, and others who demonstrate 18th
& 19th century skills. Crafts, food, animals, and music – including
the Governor’s Award for the Arts winner Steve Free – make this a weekend
the whole family will want to experience.
Printout:
Old Fort Steuben Festival
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 YMCA
FAMILY CAMP
($126/adults,
$101/teen, $88/child 6-12
yrs., 5 & under free)
Come join a weekend of great activities and time to get away with family and
friends. Each family will have their own cabin (that holds up to 14 people) to
relax and unwind from the daily routine. Activities begin on Friday with
registration beginning at 10:00 am. It finishes after lunch. During the weekend,
you and your family have your choice of activities, day and evening: swimming,
boating, canoeing, fishing, horseback riding*, crafts, archery, climbing wall,
riflery, hiking, tennis, basketball, euchre, shuffleboard, ping pong, tennis,
songs around the campfire, and skits. Single parent families are encouraged to
attend. Costs include all food, lodging, and programs, except horseback riding.
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