Now through November 27th - Hocking Valley Quilt Show at the Bowen House; exhibit hours are Tuesdays through Saturdays; 1pm to 4pm. Exhibit continues through November 27th. The Bowen House, 196 N Market St, Logan; call 740-385-0344 for more info. FREE
TONIGHT - Literary Evening at The Bowen House - 6:30pm; Author and topic to be announced. The Bowen House, 196 N Market St., Logan. Call 740-385-0344 for more info. FREE
FRIDAY - Cedar Falls Stroll - 3pm; Join the Hocking Hills State Park Naturalist to explore Cedar Falls and discover the unique natural and cultural history of this area of the park. Call 740-385-6841 for more info; FREE
FRIDAY & SATURDAY - Cropping Night at Scrap-tastic - 6pm to 11pm; Bring in your photos, scrapbook projects or any other project you are working on and enjoy a relaxing evening with friends. Staff on hand to provide guidance for the beginners and experienced alike. $10; Pizza and Pop provided. Registration is REQUIRED due to limited seating. Please call the store at 385-CROP or email us at scraptastic@rocketmail.com to register. Scrap-tastic, 247 Zanesville Ave, Logan
FRIDAY - Historic Lantern Tour of Ash Cave - 7pm; The mystery of AshCave is special as far back as the last Ice Age and beyond. Join the naturalist in the parking lot area to explore AshCave by lantern light and learn about this special history first hand. We supply the lights ... you supply the imagination. (Please, no pets at the lantern tour) Call 740-385-6841 for more info; FREE
SATURDAY - Hidden Hocking: Rose Lake - 9am; Come and see something off the beaten path. Join us for a hike once around Rose Lake and see what makes this place so special. Meet the Hocking Hills State Park Naturalist at the Campground Shelter House. Call 740-385-6841 for more info; FREE
SATURDAY - Hands-on Stained Glass Workshop - 10am to 12pm; Learn basic copper foil stained glass techniques with Audrey Martin. Classes are two hours long and all supplies are provided. At the end of the class you will walk away with your completed project and the knowledge to dive into more sophisticated glass projects. Fee: $25; All supplies are provided. Contact Audrey Martin, 740-596-1913 to schedule your stained glass workshop. 63775 SR 56, Creola, Ohio 45622, just 3 miles east of Ash Cave at Scenic Way Gifts and Art Glass Studio.
SATURDAY - Drive & Discover - 10am to 5pm; take a scenic drive through the Hocking Hills while shopping for gifts and treasures such as handcrafted furniture, art glass, candles, quilts, wind chimes and more more! Enjoy artist demos and special discount at these unique shops. Start at a different shop each month. This month begin at Ruby's Country Cupboard. Why wait till Black Friday to Christmas Shop - Drive & Discover is your "mallternative"; Ruby's Country Cupboard, 16734 St. Rt. 374, Laurelville; 740-385-9696 for more info.
SATURDAY - Kid's Holiday Workshop I - 10am to 11:30am; Design your own stamp and learn print making techniques to create a Thanksgiving project; $15 fee include all supplies and instruction. Call Rene Olson at 740-592-1160 to register; Starbrick Gallery, 21 W Columbus St, Nelsonville
SATURDAY - Kaleidoscopes for Kids! - 1pm to 2pm; This pretty kaleidoscope is shaped like a pyramid of glass. Inside we will put seashells and coral or, maybe your child has something of their own that they would like to put inside their pyramid. All the glass is pre-cut with safety tape over the sharp edges. Using strong aluminum tape we will put the kaleidoscopes together. As you roll this delightful decoration over you see and ever changing ocean-side scene. $15 fee includes all supplies and instruction. Call Laurie Vancouver at 740-797-1314 to register; Starbrick Gallery, 21 W Columbus St, Nelsonville
SATURDAY - Signs of Winter Photography Workshop - call for time; Hands-on photography workshop that provides practical and useable knowledge in nature photography. Workshops are held in the Hocking Hills State Park areas. Slide program and handout information. Lunch is provided. Registration is required; call 740-380-2039; $129 for 8 hour workshop. Organized by The Old Bear's Den Center, Eric Hoffman, Photographer
SATURDAY - Kid's Craft Make & Take - 1pm to 3pm; Bring the kids for an afternoon of crafts. All supplies and snacks are included in $5 fee. Scrap-tastic, 247 Zanesville Ave, Logan; for ages 4 and up; call 740-385-CROP for more info.
SATURDAY - Hocking's Wildlife at the Cabin - 2pm; As you pass by on your hike today stop by the Naturalist Cabin, located behind the Old Man's Cave Visitor Center, to explore and take a closer look at some of our native residents. Naturalist will be available to explain and answer questions. Call 740-385-6841 for more info; FREE
SATURDAY - Stuart's Opera House presents The Four Lads - 7:30pm to 10pm; With over 60 years in the music business, The Four Lads know a thing or two about making hit records. A legendary vocal group from the l950's who has sold millions of records, The Four Lads are still touring six decades after beginning their careers. The group had huge hits including "Istanbul" and "Moments to Remember." Stuart's Opera House, 52 Public Square, Nelsonville; 740-753-1924 or http://www.stuartsoperahouse.org for tickets
SUNDAY - Good Neighbor Gift Market - 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Enjoy the displays and make gifts to charities in honor of someone you love. Organizations participating include Appalachian Peace and Justice, CHAP, Laurelville Community Food Pantry, children in the Dominican Republic, Good Works, My Sister's Place, Habitat for Humanity of Hocking County, Meals-on-Wheels, Geneva Hills, Special Friends, Home Away from Home, and Westminster Preschool. Hand crafted items will be for sale from "Good Gifts," a program of Good Works that includes handcrafted items from "10,000 Villages." Items are made by and purchased from artisans in Third World Countries at "Fair Market" prices. The Youth Group will serve lunch with all proceeds going toward one of the designated charities. First Presbyterian Church, 2 W. Hunter Street (740) 385-2242 www.loganfirstpres.org
SUNDAY - Sharff's Fashions Holiday Open House - noon to 5pm; You will find the newest styles from Top Designers, OSU licensed apparel, accessories, jewelry (including Trollbeads) and more. Sharff's Fashions, 45 W Main St, Logan; 740-385-4016
NOW through November 21st - Appalachia! - 12-5 pm Tue/Wed/Fri/Sat, 12-8 pm Thu, 1-5 pm Sun. Exhibit runs through November 21st. Appalachia! is a national, juried photography exhibition that welcomes artistic, personal, and documentary images of Appalachia. This exhibition serves to promote photographers from across the nation, amateur and professional, and will feature NEW work that provides the viewer with an appreciation of the spirit and rich culture of Appalachia, a region that spans 13 states and diverse landscapes. Work that incorporates any photographic process is eligible for submission. Participating photographers do not need to reside in any of the 420 counties in the 13 Appalachian states, but the subject matter must be of the region. Applicants can check the following website for a map of the Appalachian Region: http://www.arc.gov/index.do. Cost: $3.50 - 5.00 per person Contact: The Dairy Barn Arts Center, 8000 Dairy Lane, Athens; 740-592-4981
Every Wednesday - Yoga in the Hills - Blue Valley Massage & Traveling Spa - call 888-74-PEACE (747-3223) for location; $10 6pm to 7pm; This class is offered surrounded by the beauty of the Hocking Hills. Weather permitting classes are outside on our wonderful deck among the trees. This class is perfect for the beginner or those recovering from injuries. Groups are welcome! Call ahead for details - we may be having class, with our wonderful instructor, at a waterfall near you!
Every Friday, Saturday & Sunday - Flea & Farmers' Market at Hocking Hills Market; US 33, Rockbridge
Now through November 27th - Hocking Valley Quilt Show at the Bowen House; exhibit hours are Tuesdays through Saturdays; 1pm to 4pm. Exhibit continues through November 27th. The Bowen House, 196 N Market St, Logan; call 740-385-0344 for more info. FREE
Every Saturday & Wednesday - Athens Farmers' Market - 10am to 1pm; now in its 38th year, the Athens Farmers' Market serves as a wonderful venue for trade and conversation. It also serves as a kind of food business incubator for small producers attempting to start a new enterprise. In addition to seasonal produce, trees, plants, gourmet baked goods and even gourmet dog biscuits are available. Location: 1000 E State St., Athens; call 740-593-6763 for additional information.
THANKSGIVING DINNERS:
Thanksgiving at Glenlaurel
And now we give thanks - let's celebrate the goodness of the earth. Relax and enjoy this special time together...share Thanksgiving with your family at Glenlaurel. Join us for a lovely six-course dinner featuring Tom Turkey with all the trimmings. Cost is $49 per person, with children (12 and under) half-price. Groups are welcome. Call now to make your reservations. Please call for seating times. It's a shared holiday where all are welcome. $49 per person; children 12 and under half price. Reservations required, please call for seating times; 740-385-4070; Glenlaurel Scottish Inn, 149 Mount Olive Rd, Rockbridge
Thanksgiving at the Inn & Spa at Cedar Falls - 3pm
This is a family fun affair. Your hearty Turkey Day meal includes Butternut-Apple Soup, Mixed Greens with Blue Cheese, Walnuts, Pomegranate Vinaigrette, Ham or Turkey Breast, Sage Stuffing, Brown Butter Sweet Potatoes, Fall Harvest Wild Rice Blend, Roasted Beets and Green Beans, with Pumpkin and Pecan Pies for dessert. Reserve early, we are always sold out. $42 for adults; $21 for children under 10; call 800-653-2557 for reservations
Rocky Outdoor Gear Store - 11am to 3pm
Thanksgiving Dinner to benefit Nelsonville Restoration Foundation; $15 per person; $7.50 children 12 and under; reservations requested - call 740-753-4346
THANKSGIVING BUFFETS
The Olde Dutch Restaurant & Banquet Haus - 10:30am to 5:30pm
Carved Roast Turkey, Carved Country Ham, Broasted Chicken, Roast Beef, Pork Tenderloin, Real Mashed Potatoes, Chicken & Noodles, Stuffing, Vegetables, Homemade Rolls, Vegetable Soup, Salad Bar, Assorted Pies and Drinks; $14.95 adults; $4.99 children 7-10; $3.49 children 3-6; under 3 free. Olde Dutch Restaurant, 12791 St. Rt. 664 S, Logan; 740-385-1000
The Brass Ring Restaurant - 11am to 3pm
Oven Roasted Turkey Breast and Gravy, Smoked Pit Ham, Roast Beef, Buttermilk Chive Mashed Potatoes, Sage Stuffing, Candied Yams, Salad Bar, Green Bean Casserole, Home-Style Noodles, Chef Moe's Dessert Table; $12.95 adults; $6.95 children 5-12; children under 4 free; Call for reservations - 740-385-8966 or 740-380-9412
The Lodge at Hide-A-Way Hills - 11am to 3pm
Traditional Thanksgiving fare with all the trimmings; $23.99 adults; $12.99 children 5-12; children 4 and under are free; call 740-569-7944 for reservations, Lodge in Hide-A-Way Hills, 29042 Hide-A-Way Hills Rd, Sugar Grove
Lee's Banquet Haus - 11am to 3pm;
Broasted Chicken, Roast Beef, Roast Turkey, Carved Pit Ham, Whipped Potatoes, Escalloped Potatoes, Sweet Potatoes, Noodles, Vegetables, Salads, Rolls and Assorted Desserts; $12.95 adults; $5.95 children 3-10; children under 3 are free. Lee's Banquet Haus, 580 Radio Lane, Logan
The Grouse Nest Restaurant - 11:30am to 2:30pm
Sugar and Glazed Nut Brie, Shrimp Cocktail, Apple Bear Salad, Rasted Turkey, Honey Glazed Rabbit, Venison Osso Bucco, Creamy Succotash, Green Beans and Leeks, Maple Yams, Velvet Mashed Potatoes, Sour Dough and Oyster Dressing, Pumpkin Pie and Pecan Pie; $21 for adults; $10 children 10 and under; Reservations recommended; call 740-332-4501; The Grouse Nest Restaurant at Hocking Hills Resort, 25780 Liberty Hill Rd, So Bloomingville
THANKSGIVING WEEKEND ACTIVITIES
FRIDAY, November 26th - Final Fridays - Holiday Shopping Alternative - 6pm to 10pm; Kick off the holidays with a visit to North Pole, Nelsonville! Visit Santa's Village and go ice skating in the Square, ice skates available. Stop in Nelsonville's Historic Square Arts District to finish shopping with unique one-of-a-kind gifts of handmade art that can't be found at the malls. Enjoy a community art event while making your shopping dollars count for more
FRIDAY & SATURDAY, November 26th & 27th - Sharff's Fashions After Thanksgiving Sales Event; You will find the newest styles from Top Designers, OSU licensed apparel, accessories, jewelry (including Trollbeads) and more. Sharff's Fashions, 45 W Main St, Logan; 740-385-4016
SATURDAY, November 27th - OSU vs. Michigan Hog Roast - noon; There's nothing like viewing the big game on big screens with a group of fans. Add a hog roast, games, corn hole & more fun for the whole family and you have a game day to remember! Admission is free, but we'll be providing a great lunch plate for $6 which will include a drink and choice of BBQ & regular pork, hamburgers & hotdogs, and coleslaw & other fixings. Organized by Logan-HockingActivityCenter, 1593 E Front St, Logan; 740-385-4322 or 740-808-2281
SATURDAY & SUNDAY, November 27th & 28th - Hocking Valley Scenic Railway Santa Train - 11am and 2pm; Take a ride with Santa Claus. The jolly old elf and his helper will board at the depot and share the ride with you. During the trip, Santa will visit individually with each child. Santa's elf will have a special candy treat for each child. The train is heated and decorated for the holiday. $16 adults; $14 seniors 60+; $12 children 3-12; under 3 years old ride free but must sit on guardian's lap; advance reservations are recommended; http://www.hvsry.org/home_page/santatrain.htm
Planning a visit to the Hocking Hills State Park? The Hocking Hills State Park is part of a pilot program called "Carry In, Carry Out". This means whatever you carry into the park you need to carry out, all waste and recyclables. Most National Parks have already adopted this policy. Please help keep the Hocking Hills clean and green.
Member News:
The next regular HHTA Board of Trustees meeting will be December 20th - noon at the Welcome Center.
The new Arts & Ag Maps are now available at the Welcome Center. Stop by and pick some up.
Traces Sanitation is now offering curbside recyling throughout Hocking County for their business and residenial customers. To learn more call 740-385-6951.
Please advise visitors about the Hocking Hills State Parks' new "Carry In, Carry Out" policy - all waste and recyclables carried into the Parks must be carried out. Help keep the Hocking Hills clean and green.
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Friday, October 22, 2010
Fall Fun in the Hocking Hills
Fall Fun in the Hocking Hills
Mother Nature is putting on a show and you're invited! The fall colors are expected to peak this weekend and the weather forecast of abundant sunshine and highs in the mid 60's set the perfect stage for Grandma Gatewood's Fall Colors Hike on Saturday, October 16.
Bring along a cool drink and celebrate the season’s colors. Meet with the naturalist at the Old Man’s Cave Visitor Center for a strenuous hike that spans roughly 6 miles of the Grandma Gatewood trail. We will be traversing the section that runs from Old Man’s Cave to Cedar Falls and back while enjoying the scenic beauty and cultural personality. This hike does include several hills and steps and is not recommended for the easily winded individual. (Approx. 3 to 4 hrs)
Not up to the hike? Enjoy the colors by volunteering in the Friends information tent to share with visitors the mission and projects of the Friends of Hocking Hills. Click here to volunteer.
JOHNNY APPLESEED’S APPLES – Join the naturalist and Derek from Hocking Hills Orchard for a closer look out our apple history. Meet at the naturalist cabin located behind the Old Man’s Cave Visitor Center right after the hike. Approx.4 PM
Friday 22
10:00 AM *THE WONDERS of OLD MAN’S CAVE Meet the naturalist at the Naturalist Cabin for a short hike and discover some facts about the history of the area and the rock formations that are found throughout the park.
3:00 PM SPOOKY SPIDERS & SCARY SNAKES - Gather at the camp amphitheater to gain a greater understanding of these magnificent creatures.
Saturday 23
9:00 AM TRAIL TROLLS PROJECT DAY
Meet at the Naturalist office parking area. Bring a sack lunch and a drink and dress for the weather. For more information about the Trail Trolls or to sign-up contact the naturalist office at (740) 385-8003 ext. 213.
Haunted Hocking Weekend!
Friday October 29
7:00 pm - *HAUNTED HOCKING: Spirits of Ash Cave
Is Ash Cave really haunted or could it be something else? Join the naturalist and the “HHIT” team from haunted hocking at the Ash Cave parking area to explore the possibilities. (This program does contain ghost stories…parents; you know your children best and should decide if it is appropriate. Please, no pets at Haunted Hocking.)
Saturday October 30
Pick up a Halloween Scavenger Hunt at any of the events and test your skills
11am-12 - Pumpkin decorating at the Old Man's cave shelter house. For children 12 & under. Adult supervision required.
More Fun in November & December
November 6
Frontier Trail Hike 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Explore the history of the Hocking Hills region with a walk back through time dramatized by costumed interpreters along Ash Cave trail. Volunteers are needed to assist with serving lunch for the volunteers who will be participating in the historical reenactment and to provide information to visitors at the Friends tent. Click here to volunteer.
December 11
Christmas in Ash Cave 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Step away from the hectic holiday season and come bundled for the weather while enjoying a lighted stroll back to Ash Cave. Once you arrive at the cave warm with refreshments by an open fire. Listen to or join with our carolers, have the kids visit with an old fashion Santa or help to decorate our Christmas tree for wildlife. Volunteers are needed to greet visitors in the Friends tent. Click here to volunteer.
Come out and enjoy fall in the Hocking Hills, celebrate the holidays and help spread the word about the Friends of the Hocking Hills State Park by volunteering during one of the park events.
For information about any of the events or volunteer opportunities contact Jennifer Starkey, Executive Director at (877) 403-4477 or executivedirector@friendsofhockinghills.org.
Mission:
“To foster a partnership between outdoor enthusiasts and Hocking Hills State Park that ensures a better place for nature education, while setting high conservation standards and raising a strong sense of responsibility for future generations.”
Mother Nature is putting on a show and you're invited! The fall colors are expected to peak this weekend and the weather forecast of abundant sunshine and highs in the mid 60's set the perfect stage for Grandma Gatewood's Fall Colors Hike on Saturday, October 16.
Bring along a cool drink and celebrate the season’s colors. Meet with the naturalist at the Old Man’s Cave Visitor Center for a strenuous hike that spans roughly 6 miles of the Grandma Gatewood trail. We will be traversing the section that runs from Old Man’s Cave to Cedar Falls and back while enjoying the scenic beauty and cultural personality. This hike does include several hills and steps and is not recommended for the easily winded individual. (Approx. 3 to 4 hrs)
Not up to the hike? Enjoy the colors by volunteering in the Friends information tent to share with visitors the mission and projects of the Friends of Hocking Hills. Click here to volunteer.
JOHNNY APPLESEED’S APPLES – Join the naturalist and Derek from Hocking Hills Orchard for a closer look out our apple history. Meet at the naturalist cabin located behind the Old Man’s Cave Visitor Center right after the hike. Approx.4 PM
Friday 22
10:00 AM *THE WONDERS of OLD MAN’S CAVE Meet the naturalist at the Naturalist Cabin for a short hike and discover some facts about the history of the area and the rock formations that are found throughout the park.
3:00 PM SPOOKY SPIDERS & SCARY SNAKES - Gather at the camp amphitheater to gain a greater understanding of these magnificent creatures.
Saturday 23
9:00 AM TRAIL TROLLS PROJECT DAY
Meet at the Naturalist office parking area. Bring a sack lunch and a drink and dress for the weather. For more information about the Trail Trolls or to sign-up contact the naturalist office at (740) 385-8003 ext. 213.
Haunted Hocking Weekend!
Friday October 29
7:00 pm - *HAUNTED HOCKING: Spirits of Ash Cave
Is Ash Cave really haunted or could it be something else? Join the naturalist and the “HHIT” team from haunted hocking at the Ash Cave parking area to explore the possibilities. (This program does contain ghost stories…parents; you know your children best and should decide if it is appropriate. Please, no pets at Haunted Hocking.)
Saturday October 30
Pick up a Halloween Scavenger Hunt at any of the events and test your skills
11am-12 - Pumpkin decorating at the Old Man's cave shelter house. For children 12 & under. Adult supervision required.
More Fun in November & December
November 6
Frontier Trail Hike 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Explore the history of the Hocking Hills region with a walk back through time dramatized by costumed interpreters along Ash Cave trail. Volunteers are needed to assist with serving lunch for the volunteers who will be participating in the historical reenactment and to provide information to visitors at the Friends tent. Click here to volunteer.
December 11
Christmas in Ash Cave 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Step away from the hectic holiday season and come bundled for the weather while enjoying a lighted stroll back to Ash Cave. Once you arrive at the cave warm with refreshments by an open fire. Listen to or join with our carolers, have the kids visit with an old fashion Santa or help to decorate our Christmas tree for wildlife. Volunteers are needed to greet visitors in the Friends tent. Click here to volunteer.
Come out and enjoy fall in the Hocking Hills, celebrate the holidays and help spread the word about the Friends of the Hocking Hills State Park by volunteering during one of the park events.
For information about any of the events or volunteer opportunities contact Jennifer Starkey, Executive Director at (877) 403-4477 or executivedirector@friendsofhockinghills.org.
Mission:
“To foster a partnership between outdoor enthusiasts and Hocking Hills State Park that ensures a better place for nature education, while setting high conservation standards and raising a strong sense of responsibility for future generations.”
Friday, September 24, 2010
Hocking Hills Escape Slideshow & Video
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Hocking Hills weekend updates Sept. 24
WEEKEND UPDATE
September 23, 1010
TODAY NOW through SUNDAY - Art & Ceramics Exhibit - 10am to 5pm (Tue-Sat), noon to 5pm (Sun); Sue Hazen and Maryann Limmer, ceramic artists, and Margaret McGee, a painter, work together to express their thoughts on the South African Ndebele Indian Art. Part of Final Fridays in the Historic Square Arts District of Nelsonville. Starbrick Gallery, 21 W Columbus St., Nelsonville; 740-753-1011; FREE
TONIGHT - Monthly Hocking County Historical Society Program - 7:00pm; Lois Kempton will present this month's program focusing on the Inboden Brothers story in Hocking Hills history. Hocking County Historical Society, 64 N Culver, Logan; call 740-385-6026 for more info. FREE
FRIDAY through SUNDAY - Season of Good Light Photography Workshop with Jim Crotty - 6-8 pm Fri. Optional reception and workshop preview. 8 am Sat - 6 pm Sun. . The workshop will officially begin early on Saturday morning, September 25, also at The Gathering Place, for an initial classroom session on camera operations and functions and effective use of lenses for the variety of photographic situations often approached for nature and landscape photography. There will then be a short outing to either Cedar Falls or RoseLake for practical application of lessons learned in class. Saturday afternoon will consist of instruction on the artistic aspects of nature and landscape photography as well as digital editing and workflow. Following dinner the group will reconvene for late afternoon and early evening landscape photography at AshCave. Sunday's schedule will start very early for landscape photography at sunrise from the hilltop garden behind the Inn & Spa at Cedar Falls. There will be a short classroom session followed by trips to Cedar Falls, Old Man's Cave and either Conkles Hollow or Rock House, depending upon the instructors assessment of the shoot conditions and subjects to be photographed. Sunday afternoon will consist of image critiques in the classroom as well as a presentation on the business and marketing aspects of professional nature photography. For Equipment and Gear recommendations and additional information please visit the web site at http://innatcedarfalls.com/group-events/workshops; $195 per person, Inn & Spa at Cedar Falls, 21190 St. Rt. 374, Logan; 1-800-653-2557 for reservations.
FRIDAY - Final Fridays - Parade of Square Crows - 6pm to 10pm; Don't miss the Parade of Square Crows on display outside the shops of the Historic Square Arts District. Vote for your favorite and you could win a prize! The scarecrows, made by local artists, will remain on display through October. Call 740-753-1011 for more info. FREE
FRIDAY - Richard Buckner Backstage Show - 8pm; Rhapsody calls Richard Buckner "One of America's most unrecognized songwriting talents, Richard Buckner tells dusty tales of fortune and failure with uncommonly disarming conviction. With a voice that seems to channel the heartsick and fallen ghosts condemned to stir from one empty shot glass to the next, Buckner entrances all in earshot with his captivating and beguilingly simple poetics." We couldn't agree more. Don't miss a chance to see this great songwriter at a special backstage performance! Seating is limited to 75 people; $12 or $14 at the door; Stuart's Opera House, 52 Public Square, Nelsonville; 740-753-1924
SATURDAY - End of Year River Clean Up - 8am; No, it's not another household chore - the River Clean Up is fun! Join your friends on the river to help preserve the Hocking's natural beauty. Everything is provided, from canoes to trash bags. Hocking Valley Canoe Livery, 31251 Chieftain Dr, Logan; Call 740-385-8685 for more info; FREE
SATURDAY & SUNDAY - Hocking Hills Artists & Craftsmen Annual Fall Show - Sat: 10-5; Sun: 11-5; Juried Artists & Craftsmen with their handmade items from Paintings, Wood, Glass, Fiber Art and many other art forms. Don't miss out on the Raffle for all shoppers. Parking & Admission are free; Hocking Hills State Park Dining Lodge; St. Rt. 664 S; Call 740-385-8245 for more info. FREE
SATURDAY - Perfect Prime Rib Cooking Class - 10:30am to 1:30pm; Caramelized Onion Cranberry Reduction Sauce with Chicken, Cabernet Bordelaise with Beef, Cheddar Bechamel with Pasta. Limit 8 Students. Hands On Style. Bring a friend and you will receive 1/2 off your class tuition. Classes are designed and taught by Susie Cork, who is also the General Manager of Shaw's. Susie is a graduate of The Culinary School at KendallCollege in Chicago and honed her skills at Chicago's top restaurants for 17 years, including Ambria of the Lettuce Entertain You restaurants. She also taught cooking classes at A La Carte Gourmet Kitchen and The Chopping Block Cooking School in Chicago. $50 per person; Shaw's Restaurant & Inn, 123 N Broad St, Lancaster; 1-800-654-2477 for reservations.
SATURDAY - Birding by Kayak: Touch the Earth Adventures - 4:30pm to 7:30pm; Julie Davis, president of Columbus Audubon, leads us into the nooks and crannies of serene waterways in search of birds large and small. Trips last three hours. No experience necessary. Reservations required. $40 / $20 with your own kayak; call 740-591-9094 for reservations.
SATURDAY - Moonlight Tour at Hocking Hills Canoe Livery - 7pm to 11pm; Paddle your canoe from sunset to moonlight, using the light of the moon as it reflects on the water. Your trip ends at the livery with a roaring bonfire, s'mores and a local bluegrass band for your enjoyment. Reservations highly recommended. Meet at the livery at 7:00 p.m. and be sure to bring a flashlight. $35 per canoe for 2; Hocking Hills Canoe Livery, 12789 St. Rt. 664 S, Logan; call 800-634-6820 for reservations.
SATURDAY - Fall Harvest Moon Canoe Trip - 7pm; Enjoy nature at its best, when the leaves and seasons are changing. Top off this enchanting experience under a full moon on the HockingRiver. Join us afterward for refreshments and live entertainment. $35 per canoe; Hocking Valley Canoe Livery, 31251 Chieftain Dr, Logan; call 740-385-8685 for reservations.
SATURDAY - Michelle Shocked - 8pm; Stuart's proudly welcomes acclaimed singer-songwriter Michelle Shocked! Shocked is a traveler and a troubadour; a "picker-poet," as they say in Texas who describes herself as "the most sophisticated hillbilly you'll ever meet." As a young feminist, she left Texas to travel, Kerouac-style, a musical vagabond caught up in Reagan-era grassroots politics. After 23 years playing music and over a dozen albums she still is doing what she does best: making records and playing shows all around the world. $20 - $33; Stuart's Opera House, 52 Public Square, Nelsonville; 740-753-1924
SUNDAY - Birding by Kayak: Touch the Earth Adventures - 7:30am to 10:30am; Julie Davis, president of Columbus Audubon, leads us into the nooks and crannies of serene waterways in search of birds large and small. Trips last three hours. No experience necessary. Reservations required. $40 / $20 with your own kayak; call 740-591-9094 for reservations.
MONDAY - Why Trees Matter - 1pm to 3pm; Learn about the benefits of trees to environmental health, energy savings, healthy communities, wildlife habitat, watershed protection and increased property values; Speaker: Dr. Jim Chatfield, OSU Extention; Hocking College Energy Institute, 30140 Iles Rd, Logan; no registration necessary; FREE
MONDAY - Invasive Species Identification and Control Workshop - 6pm to 8pm; Are invasive plants a problem on your property? Do you spe3nd weekends mowing, cutting and spraying vegetation only to have it come back? Would you like to identify and learn to effectively contril Ohio's most troublesome invasive plants? Join the Logan Tree Commission for a FREE workshop at Mingo Park in Logan; RSVP to Ann Bonner, ODNR; 740-589-9910
THURSDAY (September 30th) - Wonders of Old Man's Cave - 10am; Meet the Naturalist at the Naturalists' Cabin, behind Old Man's CaveVisitorCenter, for a short hike, and discover some facts about the history of the area and the rock formations that are found throughout the park. Call 740-385-6841 for more info; FREE
Every Saturday & Sunday - Hocking Valley Scenic Railway - noon and 2:30pm; Take a historic train ride on our family-friendly railroad. Enjoy a narrated ride in a vintage 1920s coach, a 1970 heavy-weight coach or an open air car. See a canal lock. Travel to the last company town in Ohio. Stop at Robbins Crossing, an 1840s pioneer log village. Your visit to the Hocking Valley Scenic Railway can be part of a great family getaway weekend in the beautiful Hocking Hills. Our non-profit, volunteer-run railroad is located in Nelsonville between Logan and Athens on SR 33. Call 800-967-7834 to leave a message to order tickets or purchase tickets online at www.hvsry.org or call 740-750-9531 on Saturdays and Sundays; $12 adult; $10 Senior; $9 Children 3-12; under 3 ride free but must sit on guardian's lap.
NOW through September 25th - Camera Art Show Exhibit - Tuesdays through Saturdays, 1 to 4 pm, or by appointment. The Bowen House, 196 N Market St., Logan. For more information call 740-385-0344; FREE
Every Wednesday - Yoga in the Hills - 6pm to 7pm; This class is offered surrounded by the beauty of the Hocking Hills. Weather permitting classes are outside on our wonderful deck among the trees. This class is perfect for the beginner or those recovering from injuries. Groups are welcome! Call ahead for details - we may be having class, with our wonderful instructor, at a waterfall near you! BlueValley Massage & Traveling Spa - call 888-74-PEACE (747-3223) for location; $10
Every Friday, Saturday & Sunday - Flea & Farmers' Market at Hocking Hills Market; US 33, Rockbridge
Every Saturday - Hocking Hills Farmers' Market - 9am to noon; Find fresh produce & food, plus other agricultural related products. Support area farmers and enjoy the atmosphere at one of Ohio's estimated 200 farmers' markets. Located behind the Logan-Hocking Activity Center, 1593 E Front St, Logan; organized by the Hocking County Farm Bureau; call 740-385-5306 for more info
Every Saturday - Flea Market at Rempel's Grove - 8am to 4pm; browse an assortment of collectibles, antiques and miscellaneous items; proceeds benefit Hocking County Historical Society and Museum; St. Rt. 664 (behind Baymont Inn & Suites)
Every Saturday & Wednesday - Athens Farmers' Market - 10am to 1pm; now in its 38th year, the Athens Farmers' Market serves as a wonderful venue for trade and conversation. It also serves as a kind of food business incubator for small producers attempting to start a new enterprise. In addition to seasonal produce, trees, plants, gourmet baked goods and even gourmet dog biscuits are available. Location: 1000 E State St., Athens; call 740-593-6763 for additional information.
UPCOMING:
Community Drum Circle - 5:30pm; Barb Long, a Main Street business owner, has started a Community Drum Circle in downtown Logan the 1st and 3rd Fridays of each month. Everyone is invited to gather at the gazebo in WorthingtonPark. Dance, drum or just shake a shekere. Not sure what a drum circle is? Search Community Drum Circle on YouTube. Call Barb at 740-385-0353 for more info.
October 3rd - Hocking Hills Fall Poker Run - 9am to 3pm; Organized by the Friends of the Hocking Hills State Park, the tour will begin at Lake Logan State Park Beach with a pancake breakfast and end at Millstone Southern Smoked BBQ. First bike out at 10 a.m., last bike out at 11 a.m. Covering approximately 100 miles, motorcyclists or motorists will stop at many parks and lakes, including AshCave. At each stop they receive a poker card and the participant with the best hand at the end wins the $300 cash prize! New this year is a chance to win an additional $400 in cash at bonus cash stops. Registration, which includes the pancake breakfast, is $25 for a single rider and $30 for a driver and passenger. Proceeds will benefit programs and special projects at the HockingHillsState Park.
Planning a visit to the Hocking Hills State Park? The Hocking Hills State Park is part of a pilot program called "Carry In, Carry Out". This means whatever you carry into the park you need to carry out, all waste and recyclables. Most National Parks have already adopted this policy. Please help keep the Hocking Hills clean and green.
September 23, 1010
TODAY NOW through SUNDAY - Art & Ceramics Exhibit - 10am to 5pm (Tue-Sat), noon to 5pm (Sun); Sue Hazen and Maryann Limmer, ceramic artists, and Margaret McGee, a painter, work together to express their thoughts on the South African Ndebele Indian Art. Part of Final Fridays in the Historic Square Arts District of Nelsonville. Starbrick Gallery, 21 W Columbus St., Nelsonville; 740-753-1011; FREE
TONIGHT - Monthly Hocking County Historical Society Program - 7:00pm; Lois Kempton will present this month's program focusing on the Inboden Brothers story in Hocking Hills history. Hocking County Historical Society, 64 N Culver, Logan; call 740-385-6026 for more info. FREE
FRIDAY through SUNDAY - Season of Good Light Photography Workshop with Jim Crotty - 6-8 pm Fri. Optional reception and workshop preview. 8 am Sat - 6 pm Sun. . The workshop will officially begin early on Saturday morning, September 25, also at The Gathering Place, for an initial classroom session on camera operations and functions and effective use of lenses for the variety of photographic situations often approached for nature and landscape photography. There will then be a short outing to either Cedar Falls or RoseLake for practical application of lessons learned in class. Saturday afternoon will consist of instruction on the artistic aspects of nature and landscape photography as well as digital editing and workflow. Following dinner the group will reconvene for late afternoon and early evening landscape photography at AshCave. Sunday's schedule will start very early for landscape photography at sunrise from the hilltop garden behind the Inn & Spa at Cedar Falls. There will be a short classroom session followed by trips to Cedar Falls, Old Man's Cave and either Conkles Hollow or Rock House, depending upon the instructors assessment of the shoot conditions and subjects to be photographed. Sunday afternoon will consist of image critiques in the classroom as well as a presentation on the business and marketing aspects of professional nature photography. For Equipment and Gear recommendations and additional information please visit the web site at http://innatcedarfalls.com/group-events/workshops; $195 per person, Inn & Spa at Cedar Falls, 21190 St. Rt. 374, Logan; 1-800-653-2557 for reservations.
FRIDAY - Final Fridays - Parade of Square Crows - 6pm to 10pm; Don't miss the Parade of Square Crows on display outside the shops of the Historic Square Arts District. Vote for your favorite and you could win a prize! The scarecrows, made by local artists, will remain on display through October. Call 740-753-1011 for more info. FREE
FRIDAY - Richard Buckner Backstage Show - 8pm; Rhapsody calls Richard Buckner "One of America's most unrecognized songwriting talents, Richard Buckner tells dusty tales of fortune and failure with uncommonly disarming conviction. With a voice that seems to channel the heartsick and fallen ghosts condemned to stir from one empty shot glass to the next, Buckner entrances all in earshot with his captivating and beguilingly simple poetics." We couldn't agree more. Don't miss a chance to see this great songwriter at a special backstage performance! Seating is limited to 75 people; $12 or $14 at the door; Stuart's Opera House, 52 Public Square, Nelsonville; 740-753-1924
SATURDAY - End of Year River Clean Up - 8am; No, it's not another household chore - the River Clean Up is fun! Join your friends on the river to help preserve the Hocking's natural beauty. Everything is provided, from canoes to trash bags. Hocking Valley Canoe Livery, 31251 Chieftain Dr, Logan; Call 740-385-8685 for more info; FREE
SATURDAY & SUNDAY - Hocking Hills Artists & Craftsmen Annual Fall Show - Sat: 10-5; Sun: 11-5; Juried Artists & Craftsmen with their handmade items from Paintings, Wood, Glass, Fiber Art and many other art forms. Don't miss out on the Raffle for all shoppers. Parking & Admission are free; Hocking Hills State Park Dining Lodge; St. Rt. 664 S; Call 740-385-8245 for more info. FREE
SATURDAY - Perfect Prime Rib Cooking Class - 10:30am to 1:30pm; Caramelized Onion Cranberry Reduction Sauce with Chicken, Cabernet Bordelaise with Beef, Cheddar Bechamel with Pasta. Limit 8 Students. Hands On Style. Bring a friend and you will receive 1/2 off your class tuition. Classes are designed and taught by Susie Cork, who is also the General Manager of Shaw's. Susie is a graduate of The Culinary School at KendallCollege in Chicago and honed her skills at Chicago's top restaurants for 17 years, including Ambria of the Lettuce Entertain You restaurants. She also taught cooking classes at A La Carte Gourmet Kitchen and The Chopping Block Cooking School in Chicago. $50 per person; Shaw's Restaurant & Inn, 123 N Broad St, Lancaster; 1-800-654-2477 for reservations.
SATURDAY - Birding by Kayak: Touch the Earth Adventures - 4:30pm to 7:30pm; Julie Davis, president of Columbus Audubon, leads us into the nooks and crannies of serene waterways in search of birds large and small. Trips last three hours. No experience necessary. Reservations required. $40 / $20 with your own kayak; call 740-591-9094 for reservations.
SATURDAY - Moonlight Tour at Hocking Hills Canoe Livery - 7pm to 11pm; Paddle your canoe from sunset to moonlight, using the light of the moon as it reflects on the water. Your trip ends at the livery with a roaring bonfire, s'mores and a local bluegrass band for your enjoyment. Reservations highly recommended. Meet at the livery at 7:00 p.m. and be sure to bring a flashlight. $35 per canoe for 2; Hocking Hills Canoe Livery, 12789 St. Rt. 664 S, Logan; call 800-634-6820 for reservations.
SATURDAY - Fall Harvest Moon Canoe Trip - 7pm; Enjoy nature at its best, when the leaves and seasons are changing. Top off this enchanting experience under a full moon on the HockingRiver. Join us afterward for refreshments and live entertainment. $35 per canoe; Hocking Valley Canoe Livery, 31251 Chieftain Dr, Logan; call 740-385-8685 for reservations.
SATURDAY - Michelle Shocked - 8pm; Stuart's proudly welcomes acclaimed singer-songwriter Michelle Shocked! Shocked is a traveler and a troubadour; a "picker-poet," as they say in Texas who describes herself as "the most sophisticated hillbilly you'll ever meet." As a young feminist, she left Texas to travel, Kerouac-style, a musical vagabond caught up in Reagan-era grassroots politics. After 23 years playing music and over a dozen albums she still is doing what she does best: making records and playing shows all around the world. $20 - $33; Stuart's Opera House, 52 Public Square, Nelsonville; 740-753-1924
SUNDAY - Birding by Kayak: Touch the Earth Adventures - 7:30am to 10:30am; Julie Davis, president of Columbus Audubon, leads us into the nooks and crannies of serene waterways in search of birds large and small. Trips last three hours. No experience necessary. Reservations required. $40 / $20 with your own kayak; call 740-591-9094 for reservations.
MONDAY - Why Trees Matter - 1pm to 3pm; Learn about the benefits of trees to environmental health, energy savings, healthy communities, wildlife habitat, watershed protection and increased property values; Speaker: Dr. Jim Chatfield, OSU Extention; Hocking College Energy Institute, 30140 Iles Rd, Logan; no registration necessary; FREE
MONDAY - Invasive Species Identification and Control Workshop - 6pm to 8pm; Are invasive plants a problem on your property? Do you spe3nd weekends mowing, cutting and spraying vegetation only to have it come back? Would you like to identify and learn to effectively contril Ohio's most troublesome invasive plants? Join the Logan Tree Commission for a FREE workshop at Mingo Park in Logan; RSVP to Ann Bonner, ODNR; 740-589-9910
THURSDAY (September 30th) - Wonders of Old Man's Cave - 10am; Meet the Naturalist at the Naturalists' Cabin, behind Old Man's CaveVisitorCenter, for a short hike, and discover some facts about the history of the area and the rock formations that are found throughout the park. Call 740-385-6841 for more info; FREE
Every Saturday & Sunday - Hocking Valley Scenic Railway - noon and 2:30pm; Take a historic train ride on our family-friendly railroad. Enjoy a narrated ride in a vintage 1920s coach, a 1970 heavy-weight coach or an open air car. See a canal lock. Travel to the last company town in Ohio. Stop at Robbins Crossing, an 1840s pioneer log village. Your visit to the Hocking Valley Scenic Railway can be part of a great family getaway weekend in the beautiful Hocking Hills. Our non-profit, volunteer-run railroad is located in Nelsonville between Logan and Athens on SR 33. Call 800-967-7834 to leave a message to order tickets or purchase tickets online at www.hvsry.org or call 740-750-9531 on Saturdays and Sundays; $12 adult; $10 Senior; $9 Children 3-12; under 3 ride free but must sit on guardian's lap.
NOW through September 25th - Camera Art Show Exhibit - Tuesdays through Saturdays, 1 to 4 pm, or by appointment. The Bowen House, 196 N Market St., Logan. For more information call 740-385-0344; FREE
Every Wednesday - Yoga in the Hills - 6pm to 7pm; This class is offered surrounded by the beauty of the Hocking Hills. Weather permitting classes are outside on our wonderful deck among the trees. This class is perfect for the beginner or those recovering from injuries. Groups are welcome! Call ahead for details - we may be having class, with our wonderful instructor, at a waterfall near you! BlueValley Massage & Traveling Spa - call 888-74-PEACE (747-3223) for location; $10
Every Friday, Saturday & Sunday - Flea & Farmers' Market at Hocking Hills Market; US 33, Rockbridge
Every Saturday - Hocking Hills Farmers' Market - 9am to noon; Find fresh produce & food, plus other agricultural related products. Support area farmers and enjoy the atmosphere at one of Ohio's estimated 200 farmers' markets. Located behind the Logan-Hocking Activity Center, 1593 E Front St, Logan; organized by the Hocking County Farm Bureau; call 740-385-5306 for more info
Every Saturday - Flea Market at Rempel's Grove - 8am to 4pm; browse an assortment of collectibles, antiques and miscellaneous items; proceeds benefit Hocking County Historical Society and Museum; St. Rt. 664 (behind Baymont Inn & Suites)
Every Saturday & Wednesday - Athens Farmers' Market - 10am to 1pm; now in its 38th year, the Athens Farmers' Market serves as a wonderful venue for trade and conversation. It also serves as a kind of food business incubator for small producers attempting to start a new enterprise. In addition to seasonal produce, trees, plants, gourmet baked goods and even gourmet dog biscuits are available. Location: 1000 E State St., Athens; call 740-593-6763 for additional information.
UPCOMING:
Community Drum Circle - 5:30pm; Barb Long, a Main Street business owner, has started a Community Drum Circle in downtown Logan the 1st and 3rd Fridays of each month. Everyone is invited to gather at the gazebo in WorthingtonPark. Dance, drum or just shake a shekere. Not sure what a drum circle is? Search Community Drum Circle on YouTube. Call Barb at 740-385-0353 for more info.
October 3rd - Hocking Hills Fall Poker Run - 9am to 3pm; Organized by the Friends of the Hocking Hills State Park, the tour will begin at Lake Logan State Park Beach with a pancake breakfast and end at Millstone Southern Smoked BBQ. First bike out at 10 a.m., last bike out at 11 a.m. Covering approximately 100 miles, motorcyclists or motorists will stop at many parks and lakes, including AshCave. At each stop they receive a poker card and the participant with the best hand at the end wins the $300 cash prize! New this year is a chance to win an additional $400 in cash at bonus cash stops. Registration, which includes the pancake breakfast, is $25 for a single rider and $30 for a driver and passenger. Proceeds will benefit programs and special projects at the HockingHillsState Park.
Planning a visit to the Hocking Hills State Park? The Hocking Hills State Park is part of a pilot program called "Carry In, Carry Out". This means whatever you carry into the park you need to carry out, all waste and recyclables. Most National Parks have already adopted this policy. Please help keep the Hocking Hills clean and green.
Thursday, September 16, 2010
WEEKEND UPDATE
September 16, 1010
TODAY THROUGH SUNDAY - Hocking County Fair - 9am daily; visit http://www.hockingcountyfair.com for complete schedule.
TODAY - Cedar Falls Stroll - 2pm; Join the Hocking Hills State Park Naturalist to explore Cedar Falls and discover the unique natural and cultural history of this area of the park. Call 740-385-6841 for more info; FREE
TONIGHT - Junior Brown - 8pm; Stuart's is thrilled to welcome back Junior Brown to our stage. Following years as Austin's best-kept secret, then a few more as the town's one must-see act for visiting musicians and label heads, Junior Brown and his music have since found an audience far beyond the Lone Star border. Junior's first two albums (12 Shades of Brown and Guit With It) have helped establish him as a crowd favorite from Texas roadhouses to the hippest clubs of New York City and Europe. $20 - $28 Stuart's Opera House, 52 Public Square, Nelsonville Historic Art Square; 740-753-1924
TONIGHT - Literary Evening at The Bowen House - 6:30pm; program to be announced; 196 N Market St, Logan; 740-385-3044; FREE
FRIDAY - Hocking's Wildlife - 2pm; Join the Naturalist at the camp amphitheater to explore and take a closer look at some of our native residents. Naturalist will be available to explain and answer questions. Call 740-385-6841 for more info; FREE
FRIDAY - Community Drum Circle - 5:30pm; Barb Long, a Main Street business owner, has started a Community Drum Circle in downtown Logan the 1st and 3rd Fridays of each month. Everyone is invited to gather at the gazebo in Worthington Park. Dance, drum or just shake a shekere. Not sure what a drum circle is? Search Community Drum Circle on YouTube. Call Barb at 740-385-0353 for more info.
FRIDAY - Rose Lake Canoe Excursion - 6pm; Join the naturalist and the HOCKING HILLS CANOE LIVERY for a naturalist guided trip around RoseLake. The trip will take approx. 1 hour and will cover many aspects of canoeing safely while we search the lake for wildlife. Space is limited so you must pre-register in person at the camp office prior to the event! We will meet at the dam at Rose Lake. Call 740-385-6841 for more info; FREE
FRIDAY - "Charity Challenge" - 6pm to 9pm; A dozen local charities and non-profit agencies serving Hocking County and Southeastern Ohio will be participating in the first ever "Charity Challenge." The concept is simple: local charities/non-profits will be competing for votes to support their particular cause. Ten dollars ($10) will buy a ballot that is used to get entry to the Bowen House that evening where it is cast for a favorite charity or non-profit agency represented there. Each $10 ballot cast raises $10 for that particular charity or non-profit (un-cast ballots purchased and/or not voted are divided equally among the charities/non-profits). While individuals are at The Bowen House, they can enjoy an evening of live music & food. Performing that night will be "Tom & Larry" Thrush (classic rock); "Michael Maher and the Dahlias" (rhythm & blues), and "Nick Delmatto & Co." (jazz). The Logan "KFC" & "Little Caesars Pizza" are providing a sampling of their food to go along with a variety of popular snacks and beverages. Participating charities & non-profits will have small displays highlighting their work, while representatives will be present to answer questions and otherwise "stump" for your vote. The Bowen House, 196 N Market St, Logan
FRIDAY - Armchair Travels with John Timms - 6pm; Travel across the world without ever leaving your town! The Herbert Wescoat Memorial Library will host Armchair Travels with John Timms. The VCHS Art Teacher will offer a slideshow presentation of his recent summer travels across England and Scotland. It will be held at 6 p.m. in the library meeting room on September 17. Light refreshments will be served by the Friends of the Library. Herbert Wescoat Memorial Library, 120 N Market St, McArthur; 740-596-5691; FREE
SATURDAY - Hocking Hills Indian Run - 5K, 10K, 20K, 40K and 60K races beginning at the Hocking Hills State Park Dining Lodge, with the trail winding through vast wooded areas of the State Park and Hocking State Forest, crossing streams, deep gorges, shimmering waterfalls, lush forests and country roads, leading uphill and down. $30; call 740-385-2750 for info.
SATURDAY - Drive & Discover - 10am to 5pm; On the third Saturday of each month, take a scenic drive through the Hocking Hills while shopping for gifts and treasures such as handcrafted furniture, art glass, candles, quilts, wind chimes and much more! Enjoy artist demos and special discounts at these unique shops. Start at a different shop each month; this month begin at the Wind Chime Shop, 29205 Ilesboro Rd, Logan; 740-385-9537; http://hockinghillsshopin.com
SATURDAY - 4th Annual Tom's Poker Run - 11am; Raffles, prizes, good food, great biking & a worthy cause - who could ask for more? The ride begins at McArthur's SuperValu parking lot, winds through the scenic Hocking Hills area, and ends at the Vinton Co. Board of Developmental Disabilities (VCDD). Cash prizes for Best Hand, 2nd Best, 3rd Best and Worst Hand. Gather at McArthur's SuperValue parking lot; 550 N Market St., Mc Arthur; $10 / rider; $10 / passenger; 740-596-2249 for more info
SUNDAY - Vinton County Air Show - 11am to 5pm; This is the 40th Anniversary of our Air Show and will be spectacular! We will have at least eight performers, OhioUniversity's DC-3, homebuilt experimental aircraft and ultra-lights on display. Hang gliders, parachute jumps and candy drop will also be featured. Barbequed chicken and other food and drinks will be available all day. We ask for a donation of $10/carload for parking. VintonCountyAirport, 66285 Airport Rd, New Plymouth; 740-596-2588 or 740-591-3876; http://www.vintoncountyairport.com/Lists/Events/DispForm.aspx?ID=13
WEDNESDAY & THURSDAY (September 22nd & 23rd) Kayak in the Full Moon - The Native Americans gave names such as flower, harvest and hunter's to each month's full moon. Come marvel as the moonlight dances on the water, and share in the celebration of this natural wonder with a peaceful paddle, guided by the full moon's light. No experience necessary. Reservations required. Call 740-591-9094 for time, location and reservations. Organized by Touch the Earth Adventures
Every Saturday & Sunday - Hocking Valley Scenic Railway - noon and 2:30pm; Take a historic train ride on our family-friendly railroad. Enjoy a narrated ride in a vintage 1920s coach, a 1970 heavy-weight coach or an open air car. See a canal lock. Travel to the last company town in Ohio. Stop at Robbins Crossing, an 1840s pioneer log village. Your visit to the Hocking Valley Scenic Railway can be part of a great family getaway weekend in the beautiful Hocking Hills. Our non-profit, volunteer-run railroad is located in Nelsonville between Logan and Athens on SR 33. Call 800-967-7834 to leave a message to order tickets or purchase tickets online at www.hvsry.org or call 740-750-9531 on Saturdays and Sundays; $12 adult; $10 Senior; $9 Children 3-12; under 3 ride free but must sit on guardian's lap.
SATURDAY through September 25th - Camera Art Show Exhibit - Tuesdays through Saturdays, 1 to 4 pm, or by appointment. The Bowen House, 196 N Market St., Logan. For more information call 740-385-0344; FREE
Every Wednesday - Yoga in the Hills - 6pm to 7pm; This class is offered surrounded by the beauty of the Hocking Hills. Weather permitting classes are outside on our wonderful deck among the trees. This class is perfect for the beginner or those recovering from injuries. Groups are welcome! Call ahead for details - we may be having class, with our wonderful instructor, at a waterfall near you! BlueValley Massage & Traveling Spa - call 888-74-PEACE (747-3223) for location; $10
Every Friday, Saturday & Sunday - Flea & Farmers' Market at Hocking Hills Market; US 33, Rockbridge
Every Saturday - Hocking Hills Farmers' Market - 9am to noon; Find fresh produce & food, plus other agricultural related products. Support area farmers and enjoy the atmosphere at one of Ohio's estimated 200 farmers' markets. Located behind the Logan-Hocking Activity Center, 1593 E Front St, Logan; organized by the Hocking County Farm Bureau; call 740-385-5306 for more info
Every Saturday - Flea Market at Rempel's Grove - 8am to 4pm; browse an assortment of collectibles, antiques and miscellaneous items; proceeds benefit Hocking County Historical Society and Museum; St. Rt. 664 (behind Baymont Inn & Suites)
Every Saturday & Wednesday - Athens Farmers' Market - 10am to 1pm; now in its 38th year, the Athens Farmers' Market serves as a wonderful venue for trade and conversation. It also serves as a kind of food business incubator for small producers attempting to start a new enterprise. In addition to seasonal produce, trees, plants, gourmet baked goods and even gourmet dog biscuits are available. Location: 1000 E State St., Athens; call 740-593-6763 for additional information.
UPCOMING:
SATURDAY & SUNDAY, September 25th & 26th - Hocking Hills Artists & Craftsmen Association 38th Annual Fall Arts & Crafts Show - Saturday 10am to 5pm, Sunday 11am to 5pm; Juried Artist & Craftsmen with their handmade items from Paintings, Wood, Glass, Fiber Art and many other art forms. Parking & Admission is free. Don't miss the Raffle for all shoppers. Contact Spirit Williams at 740-385-8245 or Don Hibbard at 740-698-0165; FREE
SATURDAY, October 2nd - Harvest Moon Extravaganza - 6pm; A celebration of the "Treasures of the Hocking Hills" featuring local artists with national reach presenting an art auction to support the Bowen House. Silent Auction and Art Preview begins at 6pm, live auction begins at 7pm. Patrons served dinner under the stars at 8pm. Music provided by Hocking County Bluegrass Band, featuring Audie Wykle. Patrons: $50 (includes wine tasting, appetizers and venison dinner; Friends: $25 (includes wine tasting and appetizers) RSVP by September 15th. The Bowen House, 196 N Market, Logan. Call 740-385-0344 for more info
Planning a visit to the Hocking Hills State Park? The Hocking Hills State Park is part of a pilot program called "Carry In, Carry Out". This means whatever you carry into the park you need to carry out, all waste and recyclables. Most National Parks have already adopted this policy. Please help keep the Hocking Hills clean and green.
September 16, 1010
TODAY THROUGH SUNDAY - Hocking County Fair - 9am daily; visit http://www.hockingcountyfair.com for complete schedule.
TODAY - Cedar Falls Stroll - 2pm; Join the Hocking Hills State Park Naturalist to explore Cedar Falls and discover the unique natural and cultural history of this area of the park. Call 740-385-6841 for more info; FREE
TONIGHT - Junior Brown - 8pm; Stuart's is thrilled to welcome back Junior Brown to our stage. Following years as Austin's best-kept secret, then a few more as the town's one must-see act for visiting musicians and label heads, Junior Brown and his music have since found an audience far beyond the Lone Star border. Junior's first two albums (12 Shades of Brown and Guit With It) have helped establish him as a crowd favorite from Texas roadhouses to the hippest clubs of New York City and Europe. $20 - $28 Stuart's Opera House, 52 Public Square, Nelsonville Historic Art Square; 740-753-1924
TONIGHT - Literary Evening at The Bowen House - 6:30pm; program to be announced; 196 N Market St, Logan; 740-385-3044; FREE
FRIDAY - Hocking's Wildlife - 2pm; Join the Naturalist at the camp amphitheater to explore and take a closer look at some of our native residents. Naturalist will be available to explain and answer questions. Call 740-385-6841 for more info; FREE
FRIDAY - Community Drum Circle - 5:30pm; Barb Long, a Main Street business owner, has started a Community Drum Circle in downtown Logan the 1st and 3rd Fridays of each month. Everyone is invited to gather at the gazebo in Worthington Park. Dance, drum or just shake a shekere. Not sure what a drum circle is? Search Community Drum Circle on YouTube. Call Barb at 740-385-0353 for more info.
FRIDAY - Rose Lake Canoe Excursion - 6pm; Join the naturalist and the HOCKING HILLS CANOE LIVERY for a naturalist guided trip around RoseLake. The trip will take approx. 1 hour and will cover many aspects of canoeing safely while we search the lake for wildlife. Space is limited so you must pre-register in person at the camp office prior to the event! We will meet at the dam at Rose Lake. Call 740-385-6841 for more info; FREE
FRIDAY - "Charity Challenge" - 6pm to 9pm; A dozen local charities and non-profit agencies serving Hocking County and Southeastern Ohio will be participating in the first ever "Charity Challenge." The concept is simple: local charities/non-profits will be competing for votes to support their particular cause. Ten dollars ($10) will buy a ballot that is used to get entry to the Bowen House that evening where it is cast for a favorite charity or non-profit agency represented there. Each $10 ballot cast raises $10 for that particular charity or non-profit (un-cast ballots purchased and/or not voted are divided equally among the charities/non-profits). While individuals are at The Bowen House, they can enjoy an evening of live music & food. Performing that night will be "Tom & Larry" Thrush (classic rock); "Michael Maher and the Dahlias" (rhythm & blues), and "Nick Delmatto & Co." (jazz). The Logan "KFC" & "Little Caesars Pizza" are providing a sampling of their food to go along with a variety of popular snacks and beverages. Participating charities & non-profits will have small displays highlighting their work, while representatives will be present to answer questions and otherwise "stump" for your vote. The Bowen House, 196 N Market St, Logan
FRIDAY - Armchair Travels with John Timms - 6pm; Travel across the world without ever leaving your town! The Herbert Wescoat Memorial Library will host Armchair Travels with John Timms. The VCHS Art Teacher will offer a slideshow presentation of his recent summer travels across England and Scotland. It will be held at 6 p.m. in the library meeting room on September 17. Light refreshments will be served by the Friends of the Library. Herbert Wescoat Memorial Library, 120 N Market St, McArthur; 740-596-5691; FREE
SATURDAY - Hocking Hills Indian Run - 5K, 10K, 20K, 40K and 60K races beginning at the Hocking Hills State Park Dining Lodge, with the trail winding through vast wooded areas of the State Park and Hocking State Forest, crossing streams, deep gorges, shimmering waterfalls, lush forests and country roads, leading uphill and down. $30; call 740-385-2750 for info.
SATURDAY - Drive & Discover - 10am to 5pm; On the third Saturday of each month, take a scenic drive through the Hocking Hills while shopping for gifts and treasures such as handcrafted furniture, art glass, candles, quilts, wind chimes and much more! Enjoy artist demos and special discounts at these unique shops. Start at a different shop each month; this month begin at the Wind Chime Shop, 29205 Ilesboro Rd, Logan; 740-385-9537; http://hockinghillsshopin.com
SATURDAY - 4th Annual Tom's Poker Run - 11am; Raffles, prizes, good food, great biking & a worthy cause - who could ask for more? The ride begins at McArthur's SuperValu parking lot, winds through the scenic Hocking Hills area, and ends at the Vinton Co. Board of Developmental Disabilities (VCDD). Cash prizes for Best Hand, 2nd Best, 3rd Best and Worst Hand. Gather at McArthur's SuperValue parking lot; 550 N Market St., Mc Arthur; $10 / rider; $10 / passenger; 740-596-2249 for more info
SUNDAY - Vinton County Air Show - 11am to 5pm; This is the 40th Anniversary of our Air Show and will be spectacular! We will have at least eight performers, OhioUniversity's DC-3, homebuilt experimental aircraft and ultra-lights on display. Hang gliders, parachute jumps and candy drop will also be featured. Barbequed chicken and other food and drinks will be available all day. We ask for a donation of $10/carload for parking. VintonCountyAirport, 66285 Airport Rd, New Plymouth; 740-596-2588 or 740-591-3876; http://www.vintoncountyairport.com/Lists/Events/DispForm.aspx?ID=13
WEDNESDAY & THURSDAY (September 22nd & 23rd) Kayak in the Full Moon - The Native Americans gave names such as flower, harvest and hunter's to each month's full moon. Come marvel as the moonlight dances on the water, and share in the celebration of this natural wonder with a peaceful paddle, guided by the full moon's light. No experience necessary. Reservations required. Call 740-591-9094 for time, location and reservations. Organized by Touch the Earth Adventures
Every Saturday & Sunday - Hocking Valley Scenic Railway - noon and 2:30pm; Take a historic train ride on our family-friendly railroad. Enjoy a narrated ride in a vintage 1920s coach, a 1970 heavy-weight coach or an open air car. See a canal lock. Travel to the last company town in Ohio. Stop at Robbins Crossing, an 1840s pioneer log village. Your visit to the Hocking Valley Scenic Railway can be part of a great family getaway weekend in the beautiful Hocking Hills. Our non-profit, volunteer-run railroad is located in Nelsonville between Logan and Athens on SR 33. Call 800-967-7834 to leave a message to order tickets or purchase tickets online at www.hvsry.org or call 740-750-9531 on Saturdays and Sundays; $12 adult; $10 Senior; $9 Children 3-12; under 3 ride free but must sit on guardian's lap.
SATURDAY through September 25th - Camera Art Show Exhibit - Tuesdays through Saturdays, 1 to 4 pm, or by appointment. The Bowen House, 196 N Market St., Logan. For more information call 740-385-0344; FREE
Every Wednesday - Yoga in the Hills - 6pm to 7pm; This class is offered surrounded by the beauty of the Hocking Hills. Weather permitting classes are outside on our wonderful deck among the trees. This class is perfect for the beginner or those recovering from injuries. Groups are welcome! Call ahead for details - we may be having class, with our wonderful instructor, at a waterfall near you! BlueValley Massage & Traveling Spa - call 888-74-PEACE (747-3223) for location; $10
Every Friday, Saturday & Sunday - Flea & Farmers' Market at Hocking Hills Market; US 33, Rockbridge
Every Saturday - Hocking Hills Farmers' Market - 9am to noon; Find fresh produce & food, plus other agricultural related products. Support area farmers and enjoy the atmosphere at one of Ohio's estimated 200 farmers' markets. Located behind the Logan-Hocking Activity Center, 1593 E Front St, Logan; organized by the Hocking County Farm Bureau; call 740-385-5306 for more info
Every Saturday - Flea Market at Rempel's Grove - 8am to 4pm; browse an assortment of collectibles, antiques and miscellaneous items; proceeds benefit Hocking County Historical Society and Museum; St. Rt. 664 (behind Baymont Inn & Suites)
Every Saturday & Wednesday - Athens Farmers' Market - 10am to 1pm; now in its 38th year, the Athens Farmers' Market serves as a wonderful venue for trade and conversation. It also serves as a kind of food business incubator for small producers attempting to start a new enterprise. In addition to seasonal produce, trees, plants, gourmet baked goods and even gourmet dog biscuits are available. Location: 1000 E State St., Athens; call 740-593-6763 for additional information.
UPCOMING:
SATURDAY & SUNDAY, September 25th & 26th - Hocking Hills Artists & Craftsmen Association 38th Annual Fall Arts & Crafts Show - Saturday 10am to 5pm, Sunday 11am to 5pm; Juried Artist & Craftsmen with their handmade items from Paintings, Wood, Glass, Fiber Art and many other art forms. Parking & Admission is free. Don't miss the Raffle for all shoppers. Contact Spirit Williams at 740-385-8245 or Don Hibbard at 740-698-0165; FREE
SATURDAY, October 2nd - Harvest Moon Extravaganza - 6pm; A celebration of the "Treasures of the Hocking Hills" featuring local artists with national reach presenting an art auction to support the Bowen House. Silent Auction and Art Preview begins at 6pm, live auction begins at 7pm. Patrons served dinner under the stars at 8pm. Music provided by Hocking County Bluegrass Band, featuring Audie Wykle. Patrons: $50 (includes wine tasting, appetizers and venison dinner; Friends: $25 (includes wine tasting and appetizers) RSVP by September 15th. The Bowen House, 196 N Market, Logan. Call 740-385-0344 for more info
Planning a visit to the Hocking Hills State Park? The Hocking Hills State Park is part of a pilot program called "Carry In, Carry Out". This means whatever you carry into the park you need to carry out, all waste and recyclables. Most National Parks have already adopted this policy. Please help keep the Hocking Hills clean and green.
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