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SEPT. 6–8 – Marion Popcorn Festival, downtown Marion. Free admission. Parade Thurs. at 6 p.m. Concerts, rides, games, arts and crafts, 5K run/walk, food, and, of course, popcorn for all! 740-387FEST or www.popcornfestival.com.
CENTRAL
SEPT. 7–8 – Lithopolis Honeyfest, Columbus St., Lithopolis, Fri. 3–7 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.–7 p.m. Honey tasting, bake-off, queen and princess contest, demos and bee education, mead wine and beer garden, free kids’ crafts, and more. 614-829-7355 or www. lithopolishoneyfest.com. SEPT. 9 – Fall Avant-Garde Art and Craft Show, Makoy Event Ctr., 5462 Center St., Hilliard, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. $3, under 12 free. Large show features artists and crafters selling their original handmade items. Full concession stand on site. www. avantgardeshows.com.
SEPT. 21–22 – Country Shop Hop, in Amanda, Stoutsville, and Tarleton area. Visit 10 of the 12 locations to enter a grand prize drawing. Details available at the olde barn @ garrett’s mtn, 8650 Gerhart Rd., Amanda, Fri./Sat. 10 a.m.–4 p.m., 740-503-2125, or www.countryshophop.com. SEPT. 22 – Antique Tractor Show and Parade & Harvest Festival, Bremen Area Historical Society Museum, 161 Carter St., Bremen, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Parade 10 a.m., tractors displayed noon–4 p.m. Vendors. Food available for purchase. 740-438-9211 or bahs43107@gmail.com. SEPT. 22–23 – Harvest Celebration, Smeck Park, 7395 Basil Rd, Baltimore. Free. Music, crafts, and activities. Featuring harvesting demonstrations by the Fairfield County Antique Tractor Club. 740-681-7249 or www.fairfieldcountyparks.org/events/specialevents.
THROUGH DEC. 29 – “Ordinary and Extraordinary: Victorian Undergarments, 1860-1880,” 221 E. Broadway, Granville. Free. Exhibit featuring garments from the textile collection. Open during museum hours Wed.–Sat. 1–4 p.m. 740-587-0430 or www.robbinshunter.org.
SEPT. 9 – Rock Mill Covered Bridge Dinner, Stebelton Park at Rock Mill, 1429 Rockmill Place NW, Lancaster. Dine on the iconic covered bridge sitting over the Hocking River Falls. Annual fundraising event. 740-681-7249 or www.fairfieldcountyparks.org/ events/special-events.
SEPT. 28 – Ambrosia & Orleans, Marion Palace Theatre, 276 W. Center St., Marion, 8 p.m. $22–$36. It’s a night of classic rock from the ’70s and ’80s featuring two great bands! 740-383-2101 or www. marionpalace.org.
SEPT. 1 – Sycamore Plaza Birthday Party, Sycamore Plaza Library, 201 Opportunity Way, Pickerington, 1–4 p.m. 614-8374384 or www.pickeringtonlibrary.org/sycamore-plaza-library.
SEPT. 13 – First Drafts Book Club, Combustion Brewery & Taproom, 80 W. Church St. #101, Pickerington, 7–8 p.m. Featured book is The Power by Naomi Alderman. Age 21 and over. 614-837-4104 ext. 233 or www.pickeringtonlibrary.org/ sycamore-plaza-library.
SEPT. 29 – Wildlife Encounter, Sycamore Plaza Library, 201 Opportunity Way, Pickerington, 1–2 p.m. The Ohio Wildlife Center brings their animal ambassadors for an educational experience that the whole family will love. Registration required. 614-837-4383 or www.pickeringtonlibrary.org/sycamore-plaza-library.
SEPT. 14–16 – Country Living Fair, Ohio Village. 800 E. 17th Ave., Columbus, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Admission starts at $13. Antiques, vintage items, handcrafted goods, art, home decor, and so much more. https://www.countryliving.com/life/a4125/country-livingfair-columbus.
SEPT. 29 – Wings & Wheels Fly In/Drive In, Zanesville Municipal Airport, 850 Airport Rd., Zanesville. Free admission and parking. Featuring antique and classic aircraft and show cars. Scenic aircraft rides $35 for kids, $45 for adults. Breakfast and lunch available. 740-586-2095 or www.facebook.com/ eaavintage22.
SEPT. 1–30 – Rock Mill Weekends, Rock Mill Park, 1429 Rockmill Place NW, Lancaster, every Sat. and Sun., 12–4 p.m. Free. 740-681-7249 or www.fairfieldcountyparks.org/events. SEPT. 3 – Labor Day Arts Festival, Northam Park, 2070 Northam Rd., Upper Arlington, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Showcases local, regional, and national artists. Live entertainment, art activities area, kids’ activities, and refreshments.www.uaoh.net. SEPT. 6 – Yoga at Your Library, Sycamore Plaza Library, 201 Opportunity Way, Pickerington, 11 a.m.–noon. Free. No registration required. www.pickeringtonlibrary.org/sycamoreplaza-library.
SEPT. 14–16 – Thornville Backwoods Fest, 8572 High Point Rd., Thornville, Fri./Sat. 8 a.m.–6 p.m., Sun. 8 a.m.–5 p.m. $9, under 11 free. Free parking. Come enjoy crafts, food, and music in the woods! 740-246-4709 or www.thornvillebackwoodsfest.com.
SOUTHEAST
SEPT. 7–9 – AMGS Murder Mystery Dinner, Adena Mansion and Gardens, 847 Adena Rd., Chillicothe. $55, members $50. www. adenamansion.com. SEPT. 7–9 – Ohio River Sternwheel Festival, Front and Greene Sts., Marietta. Sternwheeler races, car show, pageant, 5K run, entertainment, and fireworks. 800-288-2577 or http:// ohioriversternwheelfestival.org. SEPT. 7, 14, 21, 28 – Rise and Shine Cambridge Farmers Market, Tractor Supply on Rte. 209/Southgate Pkwy., Cambridge, 8 a.m.–noon. 740-439-2238 or www.downtowncambridge.com.
SEPT. 1 – Movie Night at the Majestic: Grease, Majestic Theatre, 45 E. Second St., Chillicothe, 7 p.m. $5. www.majesticchillicothe.net. SEPT. 4–9 – Belmont County Fair, Belmont Co. Fgds., 45420 Roscoe Rd., St. Clairsville. General admission $10. A family tradition since 1849. www.belmontcountyfair.org. SEPT. 7–8 – Southern Ohio Storytelling Festival, Majestic Theatre Courtyard, 45 E. Second St., Chillicothe. Weekend pass $10, Stds. $5. Features concert performances by several highly acclaimed and award-winning storytellers. www.sostoryfest.com.
SEPT. 27–30 – Barnesville Pumpkin Festival, 117 Cherry St., Barnesville. Parade, live music, pumpkin-based food, and the Great Pumpkin Weigh-Off. 740-425-2593 or www. barnesvillepumpkinfestival.com.
SEPT. 29 – Forgotten Places and Spaces Walking Tour, historic downtown Cambridge, 3–4:30 p.m. 740-705-1873 or www. ohiomadegetaways.com.
SEPT. 14–15 – Guernsey Gospel Jubilee Fall Gospel Sing, Spring Valley Campground, 9000 Dozer Rd., Cambridge. Free admission; love offering only. Free parking. 740-704-1487 or www.gospeljubilee.org.
SEPT. 29 – Jose Madrigal: The Ultimate Santana Experience, Majestic Theatre, 45 E. Second St., Chillicothe, 8 p.m. $12–$20. www.majesticchillicothe.net.
SEPT. 15–16 – Antique Power Show, hosted by Old Iron Power Club, Noble Co. Fgds., Caldwell. Antique tractors and engines, garden tractor pull, kids’ pedal pull, petting zoo, food, and crafts. 740-934-2258 or www.oldironpowerclub.com.
SEPT. 8 – Antioch Shriner’s Sportsmen’s Raffle. Greene Co. Fgds., 120 Fairground Rd, Xenia, doors open at 10:30 a.m. $20 each or 6 for $100. Drawings noon–5 p.m. Sportsmen’s item given away every 3 mins. Food and beverage included in ticket price. 937-461-4740. SEPT. 15–16 – Preble County Pork Festival, Preble Co. Fgds., 722 S. Franklin St., Eaton. Free admission/parking. Parade Sat. 10:30 a.m. The best pork chops, pulled pork, ham sandwiches, and sausage in the region. Also includes petting zoo, kiddie tractor pull, magic show, and racing pigs! www.porkfestival.org.
SEPT. 7 – Bluegrass at Vinoklet Art and Wine Festival, 11069 Colerain Ave.. Cincinnati, 7 p.m. Free admission and parking. Special
SEPT. 19–22 – 105th Seaman Fall Festival, Seaman. One of Ohio’s oldest festivals. Features rides, tractor pulls, garden tractor pulls, horse pulls, entertainment, flea market, and food. Contact Doris Bailey at 937-386-2083.
kickoff to the festival features Vernon McIntyre’s Appalachian Grass. 513-385-9309 or www.vinokletwines.com/ art-wine-festival-2018.
SEPT. 21–23 – Ohio Fish and Shrimp Fest, Freshwater Farms of Ohio, 2624 N. U.S. Hwy. 68, Urbana, Fri. 4–10 p.m., Sat. 11 a.m.–10
SEPT. 22 – Ghost Walk, downtown Chillicothe, 11 a.m.–6 p.m. $10. Explore several downtown locations, including some not usually accessible, and hear their haunted history. www. chillicothehalloweenfestival.com/ghost-walk.
SEPT. 10–16 – 171st Guernsey County Fair, Co. Fgds., 335 Old National Rd., Lore City. 740-489-5888 or www. guernseycountyfairgrounds.org.
SEPT. 7–9 – Vinoklet Art and Wine Festival, 11069 Colerain Ave.. Cincinnati, Fri. 7–11 p.m., Sat. noon–11 p.m., Sun. noon–8 p.m. Free admission and parking. 513-385-9309 or www.vinokletwines.com/ art-wine-festival-2018.
Free admission. Dinner and an evening of lively bluegrass music. 513-385-9309 or www.vinokletwines.com.
SEPT. 22–23 – Ross County Quilt Guild Annual Quilt Show, Tabernacle Baptist Church, 221 E. Main St., Chillicothe, Fri. 10 a.m.–5 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Admission $5. Entries accepted Sept. 21, 1–5 p.m. 740-773-0222, or find us on Facebook.
SEPT. 8 – The Jerusalem Experience, Living Word Outdoor Drama, 6010 College Hill Rd., Cambridge. $10 Admission includes a pass to the day’s activities, 3–6 p.m., and to the evening performance. SEPT. 28 – ekoostik hookah, Majestic Theatre, 45 E. Second St., 740-439-2761 or www.livingworddrama.org. Chillicothe, 9 p.m. www.majesticchillicothe.net.
SEPT. 7–8 – Darrtown Fall Festival, Darrtown, Fri. 4–11 p.m., Sat. 9 a.m.–11 p.m. www.darrtown.com/reunion/fall-festivals.html.
SOUTHWEST
SEPT. 29–30 – Hocking Hills Artists and Craftsmen Association Fall Show. Hocking Hills Elementary School, 19197 St. Rte. 664, Logan, Sat. 10 a.m.–5 p.m., Sun. 11 a.m.–4 p.m. Free admission. Features works of local artisans and craftsmen. Food available. www.hockinghillsartistsandcraftsmen.com.
SEPT. 29 – Lore City Car Show, Lore City, 1–3 p.m. Registration 10 a.m.–1 p.m. 740-584-0435. SEPT. 5, 12, 19, 29 – Vernon McIntyre’s Appalachian Grass, Vinoklet Winery, 11069 Colerain Ave., Cincinnati, 6:30–8:30 p.m.
p.m., Sun. 11 a.m.–5 p.m. $5, C. (3–12) $2, under 3 free. Seafood, live music, games, and activities for the whole family. www.fwfarms. com/festival. SEPT. 21–23 – Silent Meditation Retreat, Highlands Nature Sanctuary, 7660 Cave Rd., Bainbridge. Join Francis Bennett for a weekend of inward contemplation. Space is limited. Register at 937365-1935 or http://arcofappalachia.org/silent-retreat. SEPT. 22–23 – 2018 World War I Dawn Patrol Rendezvous, 1100 Spaatz St., Wright-Patterson AFB. Free. Authentic and replica World War I aircraft, living history re-enactors, period vehicles, music, a collector’s show, and many educational activities. 937-2557207 or www.nationalmuseum.af.mil. SEPT. 23 – Music at the Mound with Steve Free, Serpent Mound, 3850 OH-73, Peebles, 1 p.m. Free admission; $8 parking. http://arcofappalachia.org/steve-free. SEPT. 29 – Simon Kenton Chili Cook-off Festival & Hoopla Parade, 1 Monument Square, Urbana, 11 a.m.–6 p.m. Free. Fee to enter competition. Parade at noon, live entertainment at 1:30 p.m., chili sampling at 2 p.m., contest and activities throughout the day. 614-440-7560, bethadair68@yahoo.com, or www. chilicookoffofurbana.com. SEPT. 1 – Intro. to Adventure: Kayaking, North Bend State Park,
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