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Wayne County

Spend the weekend at this delicious event, with live music, arts and crafts vendors and a massive lineup of local food trucks. Franklin County Fairgrounds, 4951 Northwest Pkwy., Hilliard, columbusfoodtruckfest.com. Sat. 11 a.m.–11 p.m., Sun. 11 a.m.–7 p.m. Day-of $7, advance $5, children 12 and under free

AUG 30–SEPT 1

Millersport Sweet Corn Festival during games, animals, tractor pulls, contests, prizes, entertainment and and more fun in downtown Millersport. 2645 Chautauqua Blvd., Millersport, 740/4673639. sweetcornfest.com. Visit website for times. $10 per vehicle

Music + Theater

AUG 19

An Evening with Roger McGuinn

As front man of ’60s group The Byrds, Roger McGuinn was on the leading edge of that era. McGuinn went on to a solo career, exploring his folk roots and rock sensibilities. Holland Theatre, 127 E. Columbus Ave., Bellefontaine, 937/5929002. thehollandtheatre.org. 7:30 p.m. Visit website for prices

AUG 25

Boyz II Men

The Common Ground Concert Series presents a free performance by Boyz II Men, featuring Harmonic Soul Band. Columbus Commons, 160 S. High St., Columbus, 614/469-0939. capa.com. Harmonic Soul Band 7 p.m., Boyz II Men 8 p.m. Free, but tickets required

Northeast

Festivals

AUG 4–6

Twins Days Fest

See double at the largest annual gathering of twins and multiples, featuring contests, a double-take parade, a golf outing, a volleyball tournament, a talent show, a 5K run/walk, a raffle and a cornhole tournament. Glenn Chamberlin Park, 10260 Ravenna Rd., Twinsburg, 330/4253652. twinsdays.org. Fri. 9 a.m.–9 p.m., Sat. 8 a.m.–9:45 p.m., Sun. 8:30 a.m.–7 p.m. $5

AUG 17–20

Lexington Blueberry Festival

Take a bite out of this fruit-themed festival with amusement rides, food vendors, live entertainment, a car and bike show, a pageant, a 5K and lots of blueberries. Lexington Community Park, Plymouth St., Lexington, lexblueberryfest.com. Visit website for times. Free

Music + Theater

AUG 8–10

Six

From Tudor Queens to Pop Princesses, the six wives of Henry VIII take the mic to remix 500 years of historical heartbreak into an exuberant celebration of 21st-century girl power in this new musical. Connor Palace, 1615 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, 216/771-4444. playhousesquare. org. 7:30 p.m. $35–$120

Other Events

AUG 1–SEPT 26

Take A Hike Tours: North Coast Harbor

These guided walking tours explore Cleveland’s history and neighborhoods. Cleveland Browns Stadium, 100 Alfred Lerner Way, Cleveland, takeahikecle.com. Tues. 6–7:30 p.m. Free

AUG 4–6

Women Making Waves

Spend time outdoors with adventurous women at beautiful Clendening Lake. Kayak under the stars, hike, relax and enjoy nature. Join for the day or stay for the weekend. Clendening Lake Marina, 79100 Bose Rd., Freeport, 234/8017041. Registration and details: mwcd.org/ makingwaves

AUG 5 Mansfield Lahm Airport Day

Enjoy a full day at the airport with free airplane rides for ages 8 to 17 (fee for adults). Stroll the car, truck and cycle show, and witness the area’s first lighted drone show. Mansfield Lahm Airport, 2000 Harrington Memorial Rd., Mansfield, 419/295-2478. destinationmansfield.com.

2:30–10:30 p.m. Free admission and parking

AUG 12

Amish Vendor Day

AUG 20

Skoops and Spirits sip on craft beer from this beloved Ohio brewery. Twin Oast Brewing, 3630 NE Catawba Rd., Port Clinton, 419/573-6126. twinoast.com. Visit website for times and prices

AUG 5

United Way of Defiance County Hot Air Balloon Festival

Join Gervasi Vineyard as they partner with Skoops Ice Cream to pair the best of both worlds, Gervasi Spirits and frozen desserts. Gervasi Vineyard Resort & Spa, 1700 55th St. NE, Canton, 330/4971000. gervasivineyard.com. 2–3 p.m. $39

Amish Vendor Day focuses on the local vendors who provide customers with handcrafted products. Prices depend on which speaker tickets you purchase and if you choose the catered lunch. Lehman’s, 4779 Kidron Rd., Kidron, 800/438-5346. lehmans.com/events. Amish Panel, 10–11 a.m. $5; Amish Meal, noon–2 p.m. $25; Bread Baking and Gardening Workshop led by an Amish couple, 2:15–4:30 p.m. $20

AUG 12

Goodyear Half Marathon & 10K

This half marathon and 10k puts the iconic landmarks of Goodyear right under your feet. The race ends with a one-of-a-kind finisher’s festival. 155 E. Voris St., Akron, akronmarathon.org. Visit website for times and prices

Northwest Festivals

AUG 4–6

Toledo Jeep Fest

Get ready to roll as Jeep lovers from across the country unite for a weekend celebrating the vehicle with Glass City roots. Downtown Toledo, toledojeepfest.com. Fri. noon–10 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.–8 p.m., Sun. 9:15 a.m.–6 p.m. Free

AUG 5

Quinstock Music Festival

Brush off your grooviest threads and rock out to live music, enjoy delicious food truck fare and

The Hot Air Balloon Festival offers a familyfriendly environment for all to enjoy. It starts with a 5K run and tethered balloon rides and ends with a balloon glow. See the full day’s schedule at defianceballoonfest.com. Defiance County Airport, 20399 Airport Rd., Defiance, 419/7823510. defianceballoonfest.com. Gate times: 6:30 a.m.–9:30 a.m. and 5–10 p.m. Parking admission $15 per car

AUG 11–12

Maumee Summer Fair

See the tree-lined streets in Maumee’s historic uptown filled with 150 arts and crafts booths, as well as a kids zone with bounce houses and inflatables, a caricature artist, music and a classic car show. Uptown District, Maumee,

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