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Join the local tourism office on this one-day adventure! Start the tour at the new Trillium Event Center in Bucyrus; view vintage autos at Memory Lane in Galion; take a behind the Mansfield & scene tour of Pickwick Place; tour and learn the Young Frankenstein production process at the Galion Community Theatre; tour the new ODOT Facility located in Crossroads Industrial Park and Lunch and learn at Lowe-Volk Park with box lunches from Cooper’s Mill. Call today to sign up or for more information! Bucyrus Ohio! 301 S. Sandusky Ave Bucyrus, OH | (419) 562-0720 [email protected] | www.visitbucyrus.com 40873068

HOURS – Thurs, Fri, Sat: 10 am - 4 pm Norman’s Niche Cabin at 5183 Stetzer Rd, Bucyrus, 44820 419-562-9117 Wines and More Willow Hollow CabinAtWillowHollow Groups Fine Woodworking, Antique Cupboards & Art Gallery Welcome Large selection of wines, Fine Woodworking, Antique Cupboards & Art Gallery All items handcr afted by Ohio artists. domestic and craft beers, spices and mixes, All items handcrafted by ohio artists. wine accessories and wine scented candles, Sliver Bridge Coffee, Wine Jellies and beer jams. Visit us on Facebook GROUP TOURS WELCOME! Cabin at Willow Hollow 219 Sandusky Ave | Bucyrus, OH | 419-617-1126 | Hours: Tuesday thru Saturday 11-7 Hours - Thurs, Fri, Sat: 10am - 4pm (Other times by appointment) • 5183 Stetzer Rd, Bucyrus, 44820 • 419-562-9117 Galion Inquirer OHIO DAY TRIPS Wednesday, May 11, 2016 3 Many things to do in Crawford County

business. The store offers homemade jams, candies and County o ers an array of other items. The business was founded in 1969 and offers entertaining and educational tours throughout interesting attractions the factory. Bucyrus is known as the By Kimberly Gasuras Bratwurst capital of the world [email protected] Crestline so many visitors head to From murals to a Speakeasy, The Crawford Park District Carle’s Bratwurst to see how Crawford County has several encompasses several parks the famous sausages are made. interesting attractions that throughout Crawford County The business was founded in would be fun to visit on a day including Unger Park, Sears 1929 and is still family-owned trip. Woods, the Daughmer Prairie and operated. The shop offers Savannah, Heckert Nature an array of other meats to pur- Preserve, the Sandusky Wild- chase along with a hot bar and Galion life Area and the Lowe-Volk a dessert bar. Park that is open daily. The The Speakeasy is hot spot in Bucyrus and is the under- The Brownella Cottage was park features a Learning Tree on North Sandusky Avenue hammered and handmade cop- ground location where Al constructed between 1885 along with hiking, fi shing and next to the Daily Scoop, only per kettles. After the death of Capone and his cronies were and 1887, and is said to be a variety of other activities for one block from Washington fourth-generation owner Helen known to hangout while in haunted. It was built as a wed- children and adults alike. Square where Grohe’s largest Picking Neff last year, Steve town. The hotel was built in ding gift to Bishop Brown mural, the Great American Schifer took over the business. 1916 and was named the High- and Ella Scranton Bradford by Crossroads, is located. He had been a coppersmith way Hotel. The Speak Easy Bradford’s adoptive mother Bucyrus Bucyrus Copper Kettle for the Picking family for 39 opportunities are available by Mary Scranton Bradford. Para- Works Ltd. was known as the years. contacting the Bucyrus Tour- normal Investigations can be There are three murals D. Picking Company for the Cooper’s Mill is a major ism and Visitors Bureau, 301 arranged by contacting the located in Bucyrus that were past 100 years. Visitors come attraction in Bucyrus and is South Sandusky Ave., or by Galion Historical Society at created by world-renowned from around the globe to tour known for the homemade calling 419-562-0720 or 1-866- [email protected], or artist Eric Grohe. The Liberty the company known for its apple butter made at the 562-0720. call 419-468-9338. Remembers mural is located Gardens and Gifts 48 South Main Street • Mount Gilead, OH Home Decor | Clothing | Accessories | Bulk Foods 4 Wednesday, May 11, 2016 OHIO DAY TRIPS Galion Inquirer Where to go in Morrow? Our top 10 things to do in the heart of Ohio Staff report Next on our list is Morrow County’s favorite paintballing spot, Splatter While a vastly rural county, Mor- Park Paintball Games. The paintball row offers residents and visitors alike park is located at 5560 County Road 29 more than just a trip to an agricultural and offers traditional paintball match- stronghold in Central Ohio. es, low-impact paintball games and The ever expanding Morrow County airsoft matches for nearly all ages. has plenty of recreational activities to The park is open Saturday and Sun- provide anyone a day of adventure or day from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Visit them at relaxation. splatterpark.com for more information. A fi rst stop for those who enjoy the For the hop enthusiast, next on outdoors, , our list of places to visit is Morrow located off State Route 95, offers County’s own Hoof Hearted Brew- visitors six miles of hiking and bridle ing, located 300 County Road 26 in trails, fi shing opportunities and camp- Marengo. ing facilities. Boasting a fl agship of stouts, pale The newly renovated park had a busy ales, porters and IPAs, Hoof Hearted off-season as it was the site of a $1.6 has a number of beers fi t to satisfy any million revitalization project, funded craft brew fan’s pallet. by a state grant designed to improve While the taproom in Marengo state parks across Ohio. is open a limited number of hours George Fleiner | Civitas Media Visitors can now use improved through the week, Hoof Hearted hosts Passangers take flight with Gary tyo of Mid-Ohio Balloon Adventures. campsites, shower houses, a pavilion monthly events and release parties at and new playground equipment, while its Morrow location. Headwaters Outdoor Education Cardinal Center is outfi tted with an checking out Morrow’s lone state park. The brewery also recently opened a Center is another option for the out- indoor heated pool, a lake for fi shing, For those who want a different view pub in Columbus’ Italian Village, which door minded to hit in Morrow County. over 400 campsites with nine standard of the landscape, Mid-Ohio Balloon operates with more traditional hours. The site is located on county property cabins and 20 deluxe cabins available Adventures located in the heart of Visit them at hoofheartedbrewing. and is administered by Morrow Soil for rent. Morrow County provides its customers com. and Water Conservancy. Chesterville Flea Market located with an aerial look at the surrounding For differently geared outdoor rec- Activities at the HOEC include foot on State Route 95 in Chesterville offers area. reation in Morrow County, look no golf, an arboretum and a new util- patrons a selection of country creations Gary Tyo, the company’s owner and further than Fishing Frenzy Catfi sh ity building, as well as a Free Little and exhibits. The fl ea market is open 30-year balloon piloting veteran, is Lake located at 1769 State Route 309 Library and many trails through a vari- May through September on Saturday available for fl ight seven days a week in Caledonia. The lake is home to ety of habitats. and Sunday. May through November. a number of stocked catfi sh species Southern Morrow County is home For history buffs paying visit to the Mid-Ohio offers fl ights at sunrise and including blue, channel and shovel- to the Cardinal Center Campground central Ohio county, The Morrow sunset each day. Tyo can be reached at head catfi shes. and Shooting Center, an outdoor County Historical Society located in 419-560-7535 or at gary@ Anglers can also participate in tourna- event facility and campground located Mount Gilead focuses on the Morrow’s midohiobaloon.com. ments held every weekend at the lake. near State Route 61 and Interstate 71. rich cultural heritage. Galion Inquirer OHIO DAY TRIPS Wednesday, May 11, 2016 5 Lots to do in Richland County

By Chris Pugh Ohio State Reformatory - [email protected] The Reformatory doors were opened to its fi rst 150 young There are many things to do offenders in September 1896. in Richland County. Here is a After housing over 155,000 men sample: in its lifetime, the doors to the Little Buckeye Children’s prison closed Dec. 31, 1990. Museum - The mission of the Kingwood Center - King- Little Buckeye Children’s Muse- wood, a 501c3 Not-For-Profi t um is to create extraordinary Organization, provides a public learning experiences across the garden through admissions fees, arts, sciences, and humanities membership dues and other that have the power to trans- sources of revenue. form the lives of children and Ohio Bird Sanctuary - The families. Sanctuary is a living museum Gorman Nature Center - with outdoor displays housing Featuring 150 acres of forests, over 60 birds. Located on 90 fi elds, prairies, ponds and acres the Sanctuary is the per- streams, the Center provides fect place to explore and learn. over three miles of public trails Biblewalk - Biblewalk is close to the population centers world renowned featuring over of Richland County. Families 70 scenes and over 300 wax and individuals are welcome on den clubs, seniors citizens and in-line skating and nature study. designed, carved and painted by fi gures. Each scene is comple- the trails or in the Center’s visi- service clubs. Richland Carrousel Park - Carrousel Works in Mansfi eld. mented by individualized wall tor center and picnic areas. The B&O Bike Trail - The Rich- Richland Carrousel Park opened The Shawshank Trail - A murals, authentic costuming Gorman Nature Center natural- land County Park District also in 1991 as the fi rst new, hand- drive-it-yourself tour in Man- and is also underscored by origi- ist staff sponsors weekly pro- operates the Richland B&O carved carrousel to be built and sfi eld, Ashland and Upper nal music and narration. grams for the public featuring a Trail, a public rail-trail built on operated in the United States Sandusky, Ohio which was cre- Der Dutchman - 700 seat wide variety of hikes, fi eld trips, the abandoned B&O railroad since the 1930s. The Carrou- ated for fans of The Shawshank Amish style restaurant and gift lectures, slide programs and line. The 18.4-mile trail con- sel fi gures were carved in the Redemption movie where they shop adjacent to the hotel. They night sky programs. In addition, nects Mansfi eld, Lexington, style of G.A. Dentzel, one of can experience the fi lm in real also have a seasonal miniature the Center offers daily programs Bellville and Butler and is used the most revered carvers of the life at 14 Hollywood fi lming golf course and ice cream shop. for schools, youth groups, gar- for bicycling, walking, jogging, early 1900’s. All 52 fi gures were sites.

sames & cook 33 South main st. • Mount Gilead 419-947-9694 P.O. Box 168 • 195 S. Main St. • Mt. Gilead, OH 43338 monday- Friday: 6 am - 4 pm PH: 419-947-1611 FAX: 419-947-1612 saturday: 8 am - 2 pm www.morrowcountyfair.org • Fresh Roasted Coffee The Morrow County Fair August 29 - September 5, 2016. also sold by the bag • Antiques e-mail is [email protected] • Breakfast-Lunch-Desserts Free Wifi •Free Wifi 40739181 6 Wednesday, May 11, 2016 OHIO DAY TRIPS Galion Inquirer Places to go in southwestern Ohio

By rOB hAMiLtON of Fame and Museum for those who wish National Aviation Hall of Fame also is in [email protected] to appreciate the history of the franchise. Dayton, located adjacent to the Air Force People interested in seeing potential museum. Over 200 of the nation’s pre- There are numerous places in the future members of the team only need to mier air and space pioneers have been southwestern part of Ohio providing fun travel a bit to the north, as ’s inducted. destinations for a trip. Class A minor league team, the Dayton Many more museums are in Cincinna- Kings Island is a nationally known Dragons, plays its home games at Fifth ti, including the Cincinnati Art Museum, amusement park featuring lots of roller Third Field in Dayton. which has roughly 65,000 works span- coasters and other rides. For families, The Cincinnati Zoo is another great ning 6000 years and also hosts various the park has also received the Golden place to spend a day. There are, of traveling exhibitions. Cincinnati also fea- Ticket Award for “Best Kids’ Area in the course, all kinds of animals on display; tures the Fire Museum of Greater Cincin- World” for 15 years in a row. If the day as well as various activities and exhibits nati, which commemorates the history is hot, there are plenty of water-themed depending on when you visit. There also ber of museums. Among them are the of fi refi ghting the United States, holding attractions at Soak City Waterpark. are other attractions, such as rides and a National Museum of the U.S. Air Force several artifacts that illustrate how fi re- Baseball fans will have plenty to do in theater featuring short fi lms with multi- located at Wright-Patterson Air Force fi ghting has evolved over the years. the area. The Cincinnati Reds play their sensory effects to make viewers feel they Base by Dayton, which displays a large home games at Great American Ball are part of the fi lm. number of aerospace vehicles and mis- Rob Hamilton can be reached at 419-946-3010, ext. Park, which also features the Reds Hall The region also plays host to a num- siles from throughout history. The 1807. Connect with him on Twitter at @SportsMCS Let Your Dreams Bloom

We have NATURE LOVERS WELCOME! artificial Visit Ohio’s most talked about garden center! Relax by the indoor waterfall, Memorial Day shop for tools and home items in the re-stored barn and stroll the greenhouses Stop and see us for your Teleflora flowers for the for seasonal plants and an exceptional selection of miniature garden plants. All and FTD arrangements! cemetery! nature lovers welcome! Mary K’s Flowers 419.892.2770 30 S. Main St | Mt. Gilead, OH 43338 www.possumrungreenhouse.com Mon-Fri 8am-5pm Sat 8am-12pm Sun Closed www.marykflowers.com 5384 Possum Run Rd., Bellville, Ohio 44813 Galion Inquirer OHIO DAY TRIPS Wednesday, May 11, 2016 7 5 top attractions in Northwest Ohio

Staff report Resort in Sandusky. For those who watch from inches away as hippos swim the Amphicar Swim-In and a Cruise-In don’t. the 364-acre resort is home to and play in their 360,000-gallon glass- with more than 250 cars. Throughout Thinking of heading out to Northwest the most exhilarating collection of thrill sided pool. Other exhibits that make the weekend there will be a parade, a car Ohio for the summer. Here are some top rides and roller coasters on Earth. Fea- this zoo special are Arctic Encounter, show, boat Poker Run, a cardboard Duct attractions to consider for the itinerary: turing some of the tallest and fastest Frog Town, Cheetah Valley and Primate Tape boat race, a kiddie fi shing derby The Bicycle Museum of America rides around, the park also has a huge Forest. The exhibit, “Africa!” features and kiddie and adult tractor pulls. rotates more than 1,000 bicycles through outdoor water park — Soak City; four free-roaming African animals such as For more information go to its displays, featuring over 300 at a resort hotels; luxury RV campground giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, impalas, www.lakefestival.com. time. It offers viewers an opportunity with cottages and cabins; two large wild dogs and ostriches. Youngsters will Explore Ohio Caverns, 2210 E. state to see how it all began. At the museum marinas; outdoor entertainment com- especially enjoy riding the African ani- Route 245, in West Liberty, where visi- bicycles are displayed according to eras. plex featuring go-karts and mini golf; mal carousel — made in Mansfi eld. tors go on guided one-hour, mile long More modern bicycles, including race award-winning live shows; gift shops; The Celina Lake Festival takes place tours The caverns feature an crystal- models, are displayed. The New Bremen delicious eateries; and four giant kids’ on the shores of Grand Lake St. Mary’s white stalactite and stalagmite forma- museum, 7 W. Monroe St., is opened 9 areas. in downtown Celina. For more than 50 tions and a diversity of formations and a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday, The Toledo Zoo and Aquarium years, this three-day event features fam- coloring, which are still in the process and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturdays. For is features more than 3,000 aquatic ily fun and even features cars that swim. of development. Still photography is more information call 419-629-9249. animals in 178,000 gallons of water, The event is from July 22-24. The festi- welcomed. Daily tours are from 9 a.m. to Almost every Ohioan knows about while the Zoo houses an internationally- val kicks off Friday night with a brilliant 5 p.m. For more information go to www. Cedar Point Amusement Park & famous Hippoquarium, where observers fi reworks show, live entertainment and ohiocaverns.com.

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SHOW HOURS: • ATTICA, OHIO • Saturday & Sunday 10:00 am to 5:00 pm July 16 & 17 DAILY ADMISSION: Adults $6.00 October 15 & 16 2016 Seniors $5.00 8-12 yr olds $4.00 7 & under Free

HANDMADE CRAFTS FREE PARKING Over 150 Quality Vendors Free Shuttle Rides LIVE ENTERTAINMENT Held Rain or Shine Singin’ & Country Pickin’ at 4 Locations NO Pets • NO Golf Carts ANTIQUE FARMING DISPLAY 40 Acres of Family Fun! Tractors, Sawmill, Horses & Much More Handicap Accessible KID’S ACTIVITIES Single Handicap Person Conveyances Only For More Info: (419) 426-0611 One-Room School • Barnyard Crafts • Face Painting 15498 E Township Rd 104 www.oakridgefestival.com DELICIOUS FOOD P.O. Box 286 Find us on Facebook! HISTORICAL DISPLAYS Attica, OH 44807 8 Wednesday, May 11, 2016 OHIO DAY TRIPS Galion Inquirer Fun attractions in

Staff report way back to 1855. The museum, 12905 Madison Ave., in Lakewood is open With summer coming around the noon to 4 p.m. on Sundays. Admission corner, here are some top attractions is $10. For more information go to www. in Northeast Ohio, just waiting to be museumofdivinestatues.com or call 216- explored: 228-9950. The Museum of Divine Statues is Zoar Village was founded in 1817 and inside the former St. Hedwig’s Church inhabited by 200 German religious dis- and displays a collection of beautiful senters called the the Society of Separat- statues and other Catholic artifacts. ists of Zoar. The Zoar Community Asso- Each piece has been personally restored ciation, which started in 1967, strives by the owner, Louis McClung, who has to preserve the heritage of the village. also provided visitors with historical Offering an old-world charm, twelve information on each piece. McClung historic buildings have been restored hopes to preserve Catholic history and are open to the public. There are and traditional art. The oldest artifact two local restaurants in restored his- found in the museum is the “Our Lady toric buildings, as well as small shops of Perpetual Help,” which dates all the throughout the village. About 75 families

On Site US Gold Jewelry are still living in homes built from the The new café serves up fresh treats repair 1800s. The Zoar Community Association made with the company’s own branded operates the historic house museums ingredients, pizzas baked in a wood-fi red Jewelers from the Zoar Store Welcome Center. oven and sundaes topped with Smucker’s % For more information please see www. toppings. The store includes branded New Jewelry up to 70 OFF Retail historiczoarvillage.com. merchandise and a Gift Basket Design The Debonné Vineyards in Madison Center. are open year round. The vineyard has The J.M. Smucker Company museum Why Pay Needless Markup? been growing its own grapes for four takes its guests on a journey about the Shop & Compare USGoldJewelers.com generations with more than 120 culti- company’s history from 1897 to the pres- vated acres in the Valley. ent day. This classic “European” family winery The Vermilion Festival of Fish in First 50 customers in produces nationally recognized wines. Vermilion features a lighted boat parade the door will receive a The vineyard hosts year round activities on the river and a “Crazy Craft” boat such as hot air balloon races, concerts, race. Festival attendants can pull up a car shows, Sunday Jazz Fests and wine lawn chair to take in the sun and “crazy Free & food events. For more information go crafts.” Walleye or Perch sandwich will to www.debonne.com. be available. There are also several Shine Cloth! The J.M. Smucker Company Store activities, entertainment and crafts such *must have coupon and Café originally opened in 1999 in as sand castle building contests and pag- Orrville. Now twice its original size, eants. This is a fun Father’s Day weekend the store retains its classic timber frame event featuring a fi shing contest, games, barn structure and is the premier show- vendors and perch. An out- We Buy Gold, Silver, Diamonds case for The J.M. Smucker Company’s door marketplace with unique items for entire family of brands, including Smuck- sale is also available. The festival takes University Dr.

Kensington Pl. Kensington Mt. Vernon Ave. (Rt. 95) 1207 Mt. Vernon ave., Marion OH 43302 740-751-6351 er’s, Jif, Crisco, Pillsbury, Hungry Jack place June 17-19. For more information US GOlD Mon-Tues Wed 10-6|Thurs 10-5 | Sat 10-3 and more. call 440-967-4477. Galion Inquirer OHIO DAY TRIPS Wednesday, May 11, 2016 9 Summer fun in Southeastern Ohio

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Nestled in the foothills of the Appa- lachian Mountains, Southeastern Ohio makes for an adventurous travel desti- nation for those cruising the Buckeye State. The region is home to many of the state’s parks and outdoor recreation opportunities, as well as a peppering of homegrown Appalachian towns and villages. First on our list of places to visit in the region is located in Logan. The park is home to cascading waterfalls, steep cliffs, deep recess caves, rock outcrops, gorges and exten- sive forest growth. Visitors can pick up trailheads for the park’s seven miles of hiking trails Gary Clark Jr., Randy Newman and at any of the six main park areas: Ash numerous other acts on its lineup. Cave, Cedar Falls, Old Man’s Cave, Tickets and camping passes are avail- THIS IS WHAT Conkle’s Hollow, Cantwell Cliffs and able on the fest’s website at nelson- Rock House. The park makes for a villefest.org. great stop to take in the area’s natural Southeastern Ohio has long been BEING AN beauty. of interest to paranormal enthusiasts, For those looking for a different mid- leading national ghost hunting shows summer destination in the area, Ohio to the area in search of ghastly foot- EATERARIAN Brew Week runs July 10-18 in Athens, age. the home of Ohio University. For those on their own Ohio para- Each year the city hosts the week normal quest, The Moonville Tunnel LOOKS LIKE long spotlight of the state’s craft brew- is one of the top-stops in the region. eries bringing in beer enthusiasts from Located near Zeleski State Forest, around the state. the Moonville Tunnel has long been The week is filled with activities the site of ghost tales following a train including special keg tapping, brewing collision that killed two people there in workshops and a home-brew competi- the 19th century. tion. If you are interested in craft beer, Legend has it that the engineer and Ohio Brew Week is one of the state’s fireman killed in the crash still lurk the premier showcases. tunnel. Music fans have been flocking to Adding to the tale, the former town the Nelsonville Music Festival since of Moonville is abandoned, and its 2013, as the festival has hosted diverse remnants are now covered by the for- number of acts in the past such as est that surrounds the area. John Prine, The Flaming Lips, Merle Regardless of urban legend, The Come Explore Marion’s Haggard and Wilco. Moonville Tunnel is one of the area’s This year, Nelsonville will hold its great glimpses into Southeastern Ohio Eaterarian Trail this Summer annual festival from June 2-5 touting history. It is located on Hope-Moon- Charles Bradley, Marco Benevento, ville Road in McArthur. www.visitmarionohio.com 10 Wednesday, May 11, 2016 OHIO DAY TRIPS Galion Inquirer 2016 List of Ohio Fair & festivals Dates

June Fairs (Carrollton) July 19-24 (Urbana) Aug 5-12 (Woodsfield) Aug 22-27 Hocking County (Logan) Main Street Port Clinton Paulding County Fair Clark County Athens County (Athens) Lorain County Sept 12-18 Walleye Festival - May (Paulding) June 13-18 (Springfield) July 22-29 Aug 5-13 (Wellington) Aug 22-28 Wayne County 26-30, 2016 Pickaway County Ross County Portage County (Wooster) Sept 10-15 Port Clinton, Ohio (Circleville) June18-25 July/August Fairs (Chillicothe) Aug 6-13 (Randolph) Aug 23-28 Williams County Moonshine Festival - Putnam County Knox County (Mt. Hartford Independent Sandusky County (Montpelier) Sept 10-17 May 26-30, 2016 (Ottawa) June 20-25 Vernon) July 23-July 30 (Licking County) Aug (Fremont) Aug 23- Guernsey County (Old Straitsville, Ohio Butler County 7-13 Washington) Sept 12-17 Oak Hill Festival of Flags June/July Fair (Hamilton) July 24-July Richland County August/September Wyandot County (Upper - May 27-30, 2016 Marion County (Marion) 30 (Mansfield) Aug 6-13 Fairs Sandusky) Sept 13-18 Oak Hill, Ohio July 4-9 Clermont County Holmes County Noble County (Caldwell) Bellville Independent Utica Sertoma Ice (Owensville) July 24-30 (Millersburg) Aug 8-13 Aug 31-Sept 3 (Richland County) Sept Cream Festival - May July Fairs Shelby County (Sidney) Scioto County Morrow County (Mt 14-17 28-30, 2016 Harrison County (Cadiz) July 24-July 30 (Lucasville) Aug 8-13 Gilead) Aug 29—Sept 57 Delaware County Utica, Ohio July 4-9 Union County Cuyahoga County Stark County (Canton) (Delaware) Sept 17-24 Commercial Point Clinton County (Marysville) July 24-30 (Berea) Aug 8-14 Aug30- Sept 5 Ashland County Homecoming - June 1-4, (Wilmington) July 9-16 Seneca County (Tiffin) Attica Independent Hancock County (Ashland) Sept 18-24 2016 Madison County July 25-31 (Seneca County) Aug (Findlay) Aug 31-Sept 5 Tuscarawas County Commercial Point, Ohio (London) July 10-16 Vinton County 9-1 3 Mahoning County (Dover) Sept 19-25 The Goldwings and Ribs Adams County (West (McArthur) July 25-30 Ashtabula County (Canfield) Augut 31- Barlow Independent Fest - June 3-4, 2016 Union) July 10-16 Summit County (Jefferson) Aug 9-14 Sept 5 (Washington County) Pomeroy, Ohio Lawrence County (Tallmadge) July 25-31 Erie County (Sandusky) Montgomery County Sept 22-25 Newark Strawberry (Proctorville) July 10-16 Ohio State Fair Aug 9-14 (Dayton) Aug 31- Sept 5 Festival - June 3-5, 2016 Logan County (Columbus) July 27-Aug Henry County Richwood Independent September/October Newark, Ohio (Bellefontaine) July 7 (Napoleon) Aug 11-16 (Union County) Aug Fairs Dennison Railroad 11-16 Pike County (Piketon) Mercer County (Celina) 31-Sept 5 Brown County Festival - June 8-11, Trumbull County July 31-Aug 6 Aug 12-18 Van Wert County (Van (Georgetown) Sept 26- 2016 (Cortland) July 12-17 August Fairs Miami County (Troy) Wert) Aug-31-Sept 5 Oct 1 Dennison, Ohio Lucas County Preble County (Eaton) Aug 12-18 Geauga County Coshocton County Coshocton Hot Air (Maumee) July 12-17 July 31-Aug 6 Muskingum County (Burton) Sept 1-5 (Coshocton) Sept 30 - Balloon Festival - June Jackson County Auglaize County (Zanesville) Aug 14-20 Fulton County Oct 6 9-11, 2016 (Wellston) July 15-23 (Wapakoneta)July 31- Huron County (Wauseon) Sept 2-8 Coshocton, Ohio Franklin County Aug 6 (Norwalk) Aug 15-20 Washington County October Fairs Banana Split Festival - (Hilliard) July 16-23 Greene County (Xenia) Meigs County (Marietta) Sept 3-6 Loudonville June 10-11, 2016 Crawford County July 31-Aug 6 (Pomeroy) Aug 15-20 Highland County Independent (Ashland Wilmington, Ohio (Bucyrus) July 17-23 Gallia County Jefferson County (Hillsboro) Sept 3-10 County) Oct 4-8 Washboard Music Fayette County (Gallipolis) Aug 1-6 (Smithfield) Aug 16-21 Morgan County Fairfield County Festival - June 16-18, (Washington C.H.) July Columbiana County Lake County (McConnelsville) Sept (Lancaster) Oct 9-15 2016 18-23 (Lisbon) Aug 1-7 (Painesville) Aug 117-21 6-10 Festivals and Events Logan, Ohio Perry County (New Medina County Allen County (Lima) Belmont County (St. Wild Turkey Festival - Avon Heritage Duct Lexington) July 18-23 (Medina) Aug 1-7 Aug 19-27 Clairsville) Sept 6-11 May 5-8, 2016 Tape Festival - June 17- Ottawa County (Oak Wood County (Bowling Darke County Hardin County (Kenton) McArthur, Ohio 19, 2016 Harbor) July 18-24 Green) Aug 1-8 (Greenville) Aug 19-27 Sept 6-11 Feast of the Flowering Avon, Ohio Warren County Hamilton County Defiance County Albany Independent Moon - May 26-29, 2016 Festival of the Fish - (Lebanon) July 18-23 (Carthage) Aug 10-14 (Hicksville) Aug 20-27 (Athens County) Sept Yoctangee Park, June 17-19, 2016 Carroll County Champaign County Monroe County 7-11 Chillicothe, Ohio Vermilion, Ohio SAMESSAMES & & COOK COOK 42Th42TS.eh MainS.Be MainB rSt.i raSt.irarPPatacthch Galion Inquirer OHIO DAY TRIPS      Wednesday,   May 11, 2016 11 Mt.Mt. 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2016 List of Ohio Fair & festivals Dates

Clyde Fair - September 16- 2016 18, 2016 Sugar Creek, Ohio Clyde, Ohio Beaver Oktoberfest - Lakeshore Park Rib Burn October 6-9, 2016 Off - September 16-18, Beaver, Ohio 2016 Ohio Gourd Show - October Ashtabula, Ohio 7-9, 2016 Tiffin-Seneca Heritage Delaware County Festival - September 16-18, Fairgrounds, Delaware, 2016 Ohio Tiffin, Ohio Wheat Ridge Olde Tyme Arts in the Alley - Herb Fair and Harvest September 17-18, 2016 Celebration - October 7-9, Grove City, Ohio 2016 Johnny Appleseed Festival West Union, Ohio - September 17-18, 2016 Ashtabula County Covered Lisbon, Ohio Bridge Festival - October Jackson Apple Festival - 8-9, 2016 September 20-24, 2016 Jefferson, Ohio Jackson, Ohio Holmes County Antique Barnesville Pumpkin Festival - October 8-9, 2016 Festival - September 22-25, Millersburg, Ohio 2016 Oak Harbor Apple Festival - Barnesville, Ohio October 8-9, 2016 Route 40 Festival - Oak Harbor, Ohio September 23-24, 2016 Ohio Sauerkraut Festival - Hebron, Ohio October 8-9, 2016 Columbus Oktoberfest - Waynesville, Ohio September 23-25, 2016 Fall Festival of Leaves - Ohio Expo Center, October 14-16, 2016 Columbus, Ohio Bainbridge, Ohio Covered Bridge Bluegrass Circleville Pumpkin Show - Festival - September 23- October 19-22, 2016 25, 2016 Circleville, Ohio Pottersburg, Ohio Franklin’s Fallfest - October Geneva Area Grape 21-22, 2016 Jamboree - September 24- Franklin, Ohio 25, 2016 Jingle Bell Luminary Geneva, Ohio Parade Weekend - Galion Octoberfest – November 18-20, 2016 September 29-31, 2016 Waverly, Ohio Galion, Ohio Dalton Holiday Festival - Ohio Swiss Festival - December 3-4, 2016 September 30 - October 1, Dalton, Ohio