Hocking Hills Frontier Log Cabins

Hocking Hills Frontier Log Cabins
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Friday, July 29, 2011

Hocking Hills Cabins/Lodging/ old mans Cave info

WEEKEND UPDATE
July 28, 2011


TONIGHT - Slides of Logan in the "Good Old Days" - 7pm to 9pm; Tom Price will present a slide show of Logan through the years. He will show slides that his father collected of Logan and what it was like in the early days. Hocking County Historical Society Museum, 64 N Culver St., Logan; call 740-385-6026 for more info. FREE

TONIGHT - Stuart's Opera House presents Hayes Carll - 8pm to 10pm; Stuart's Opera House welcomes Texas singer-songwriter Hayes Carll down to Nelsonville! Hayes Carll hasn't been resting on his laurels since topping critics' polls and winning awards for his 2008 album, Trouble in Mind. Instead, he's been on the road nearly nonstop with his band, "The Poor Choices" blasting through honky tonks and rock clubs across the U.S. and beyond; $14 to $22. To further celebrate summer, we are offering a cook-out prior to the Hayes Carll show. We will be grilling burgers, dogs, veggie burgers and sweet corn. We will also have fresh fruit available and some other snacks and drinks. Tickets for the 'all-you-can-eat' cook-out are $10. Cookout starts at 6:00pm and tickets can be purchased at Stuart's Opera House, 52 Public Square, Nelsonville; call 740-753-1924 for more info

TONIGHT - Historic Lantern Tour of Ash Cave - 9pm; The mystery of Ash Cave is special as far back as the last Ice Age and beyond. Join the naturalist in the parking lot area to explore Ash Cave 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

Through July 30th - Lancaster Festival - times vary; Join us for Ohio's largest music festival. Featuring music, art and dance and the Lancaster Festival Orchestra. This year's headliners are The Beach Boys on Saturday, July 30th; Visit http://www.lanfest.org/ for detailed schedule and tickets; events and concerts are held in various locations in Lancaster; call 740-687-4808 for more info.

FRIDAY - Final Fridays- Keep it Cool! - 6pm to 10pm; Enjoy this special community art event in Nelsonville's Historic Square Arts District, featuring new show openings, discount art sales and music! The Historic Square Arts District in Nelsonville; call 740-753-1011 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. Cricut Expressions machine, Crop-o-dile Big Bite Eyelet setter and other tools are available for rent for the evening for $5 and an in-store purchase. $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 - Music at the Millstone - 6pm to 9pm; Enjoy the musical styling's of Casey Redmond at the Millstone Southern BBQ, 12790 Grey St, Logan; call 740-385-5341 for more info

FRIDAY - Rose Lake Canoe Excursion - 7pm; Join the naturalist and the HOCKING HILLS CANOE LIVERY for a naturalist guided trip around Rose Lake. 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 - Concerts in the Park - 7pm to 8:30pm; Summer concert series in its 19th season features a different band every Friday evening June through August. This week Back Porch Swing Band will take the stage performing country and pop tunes. Concerts are family friendly and alcohol and smoke free. Bring lawn chairs for seating. Hocking County Children's Chorus will sell food and beverages at the park. Concerts generally go forward rain or shine except in severe weather. Worthington Park, corner of Main & Market Streets in historic downtown Logan; call 740-603-0703 for more info

SATURDAY - Hocking Hills Yoga - Poolside - 9am to 10am; Add a little Zen to your Hocking Hills stay and get energized with a morning yoga session! The Perfect Touch Massage & Traveling Spa is now offering a regular yoga class, poolside, at Old Man's Cave Chalets every Saturday morning. Our highly skilled instructor, Emily, will take you through a series of postures, poses and stretches to help you balance & strengthen your body, while focusing on your breathing to clear your mind and align your energy. Connect with nature as your yoga class takes place surrounded by beautiful woodlands. Bring your swim suit and feel free to take a rejuvenating dip in the pool after class. An amazing way to start your memorable day in the Hocking Hills! $20; class is rain or shine; if weather is inclement, we will hold class indoors. The complete practice is very accessible to every age, body type and experience level. Old Man's Cave Chalets - Poolside, 18905 St. Rt. 664 S, Logan; Reservations recommended by calling 877-869-4631

SATURDAY - Kids' Craft Saturdays - 2pm to 4pm; Twice each month we will be providing a themed craft for your child to create and take home. Please check our website for craft themes. $5; Scrap-tastic, 247 Zanesville Ave, Logan; 740-380-2767

SATURDAY - Classic Cruisers Gathering - 5:30pm; Every Saturday classic cars, motorcycles and touring bikes will gather on Nelsonville's Historic Art Square. Enjoy casual and fine dining on the Square. Shops and galleries will be open till 8pm. Sponsored by Nelsonville Main Street, Inc. Donate $3 to Nelsonville Main Street and get your punch card to enter in a drawing for some great gifts in October. Try the Architectural Scavenger Hunt. For more info contact Lynn Garbo at 740-818-9505 or Denny Kish at 740-591-1495; FREE

SATURDAY - Music at the Millstone - 6pm to 9pm; Enjoy the musical styling's of Skip Hoyt at the Millstone Southern BBQ, 12790 Grey St, Logan; call 740-385-5341 for more info

SATURDAY, July 30th - Lonesome Will Mullins & Surefire, The Hottest Rising Band in Bluegrass Music - 7pm; Live and in person at the Scenic Hills Senior Center; $10; Doors open at 5:30 with full concessions featuring good old time country cooking; Scenic Hills Senior Center, 187 S Spring St, Logan; call Sandy at 740-808-2665 for more info

TUESDAY, August 2nd - Desserts & More Cooking Class - 11am to 2pm; All our desserts are easy and made from scratch. Come learn to make the most delectable ones with Chef Anthony. This is a hands-on class. The cost includes instruction, recipes and lunch. $55 per person; Inn & Spa at Cedar Falls, 21190 St. Rt. 374, Logan; call 800-653-2557 for reservations.

TUESDAY - Bike Night at the Millstone - 6pm to 9pm; arrive by bike, car or foot and musical entertainment by Legacy at the Millstone Southern BBQ, 12790 Grey St, Logan; call 740-385-5341 for more info

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!


ONGOING:

WEDNESDAYS THROUGH SUNDAY - Hand-Feed the Hummingbirds - 1pm to 3pm; Get up close and personal with these amazing little birds at the Lake Hope State Park Nature Center; individual hummingbird feeders provided; Lake Hope State Park Nature Center, 27331 State Route 278, McArthur; Call 740-596-3030 for more info; FREE

WEDNESDAYS AND FRIDAYS THROUGH SUNDAYS - Beginner Bead Making Class - 11am, 1pm, 3pm & 5pm; (1 hour class) Beginner Bead Making Classes. Have fun learning to melt glass while making your own glass beads and charms for bracelets, necklaces and earrings. Everything is supplied that you need to make beautiful glass beads. Ages 14 and up. $25 per person; call for reservations and class times - 740-385-1384; Liquid Light Gallery, 18345 Krinn Unger Keck Rd, Logan

June Through the Summer - "Logan and Hocking County...A Timeline"
New Exhibit at the Historical Society features several hundred years of the county's history condensed into four panels on display. The timeline includes Native Americans, the first settlers (1798), the Civil War, the Hocking Valley Railway, and more...up to the year 1917, when Logan celebrated its centennial. Hours: Monday & Tuesday by appointment; Wed - Fri 1pm to 4pm; Saturday 11am to 5pm; closed Sunday. Hocking County Historical Society 64 N. Culver St.(740) 385-6026
www.hockingcountyhistoricalsociety.com

July through Summer - The Civil War and Southern Charm - Hours: Monday & Tuesday by appointment; Wed - Fri 1pm to 4pm; Saturday 11am to 5pm; closed Sunday; A special exhibit has been created at the Historical Society recognizing the 150th anniversary of the Civil War. Memorabilia from the war and women's accessories worn during the period are on display. Hocking County Historical Society 64 N. Culver St.(740) 385-6026
www.hockingcountyhistoricalsociety.com

WEDNESDAYS - Hocking County Farmers Market - 9am to noon every Wednesday and 4pm to 7pm on the last Wednesday of the month; purchase local produce at Logan Hocking Activity Center, 1593 E. Front St, Logan; 740-385-4322; weekly special events too. June 25th - Washboard Music Day at 11:30am; July 20th - Corn Roast at 11am; August 17th - Bob Evans Day at 10am; September 21st - Ice Cream Eating Contest at 11am; October 12th - Pumpkin Patch Day; October 26th - Halloween Party at 6pm.

Through September 26, 2011 - David Hostetler Unabridged - 10am to 4pm Tues - Sat; 1pm to 4pm Sun; The exhibition includes sculpture, paintings, prints and early ceramics. Hostetler's wife, Susan has remarked that this installation is possibly the largest collection of the artist's work to appear in an exhibition. Hostetler's works appear in more than twenty-five galleries from New Mexico to the Netherlands. For related programming information, please visit our website! Decorative Arts Center of Ohio, 145 E Main St, Lancaster; 740-681-1423; http://www.decartsohio.org

DAILY - Paul A. Johnson Pencil Sharpener Museum - Mon to Sat, 9am to 5pm; Sun 11am to 5pm; Rev. Paul Johnson began his collection over 20 years ago. His Pencil Sharpener Museum, previously located at his home, has been moved to the Welcome Center and is open daily. This amazing collection of over 3400 pencil sharpeners has been featured in national magazines and is reputed to be the largest collection in the United States. Hocking Hills Regional Welcome Center, 13178 St. Rt. 664 S, Logan; 740-385-9706; FREE

DAILY (Mon - Sat) The Columbus Washboard Company Museum and Gift Shop - Monday through Friday at 10:00am, noon, and 2:00pm; Saturdays at noon, and Sundays and holidays by appointment. There is so much history from our company and building's past that we wish to share it with everyone. The tour will not only provide historical information, but will also include the opportunity to observe the manufacturing of washboards, and participate in making music with the washboard. The factory will operate daily, as usual, with our washboards being produced one at a time by hand. We are the only manufacturer of washboards remaining in the United States. Our gift shop features our washboards, memorabilia and new line of vintage soaps. The Museum is a WiFi hotspot and offers snacks and beverages, for a place to relax and take care of business. Tours will be offered Monday through Friday at 10:00am, noon, and 2:00pm; Saturdays at noon, and Sundays and holidays by appointment. Special arrangements will be made for large groups. Museum hours are Monday through Friday 9:00am to 4:00pm; Saturdays 11:00am to 2:00pm. $4 for tour which includes souvenir magnet.

SECOND WEDNESDAYS through December 14th - Card Embossing Class - 6pm to 7pm; Come in and learn how to emboss using heat tools. We are conducting a class that teaches the basics and allows you to complete one card to take with you. Themes for classes are available on our website. Scrap-tastic, 247 Zanesville Ave, Logan; 740-380-2767; http://www.scraptasticstore.com/

FRIDAYS AND SATURDAYS - Ravenwood Castle offers dinner buffets by reservation. An array of Salads, artfully crafted Breads, Main Courses, Sides, and the Castle's decadent Desserts, including Tea or Coffee are served in The Great Hall between 6-7:30 p.m. For reservations, call 740-596-2606 or 800-477-1541.

THURSDAYS TO SUNDAYS: The Coach House Tea Room at Ravenwood Castle is open from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Lunch offers typical British specialties such as Coronation Chicken, the Ploughman's Lunch and other sandwiches and salad plates. Ravenwood's Cream Tea is a popular afternoon choice. The Little Shops at Ravenwood are open the same hours as the Tea Room and present unique artisan works and castle-themed gifts. Guests and Visitors are always welcome to stroll through the Gardens. Call 740-596-2606 for information or luncheon reservations.

SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS - June Train Tours - noon and 2:30pm; ride the historic Hocking Valley Scenic Railway. See a canal lock. Travel to the last company town in Ohio. Stop at Robbins Crossing, an 1840s pioneer log village. Visit http://www.hvsry.org/ for schedules and tickets.

The founder of Hocking Valley Canoe Livery recently passed away from an eight year battle with breast cancer. In her memory and cancer victims everywhere we are proud to announce the Osagian Pink Canoe. In addition to Canoe for the Cure, HVCL is motivated to raise money for the Susan G. Komen For the Cure Foundation and the Hocking Hills Cancer Support Group. Hocking Valley Canoe Livery will donate $25.00 each time the Pink Canoe is rented. This canoe is an Osagian Classic with the side-sponsors, finished with a pink powder-coated paint. Spread the word about the Osagian Pink Canoe and help us in our effort to donate to breast cancer research! Hocking Valley Canoe Livery, 31251 Chieftain Dr., Logan; 740-385-8685

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 Saturday - Hocking Hills Yoga - Poolside - 9am to 10am; Add a little Zen to your Hocking Hills stay and get energized with a morning yoga session! The Perfect Touch Massage & Traveling Spa is now offering a regular yoga class, poolside, at Old Man's Cave Chalets every Saturday morning. Our highly skilled instructor, Emily, will take you through a series of postures, poses and stretches to help you balance & strengthen your body, while focusing on your breathing to clear your mind and align your energy. Connect with nature as your yoga class takes place surrounded by beautiful woodlands. Bring your swim suit and feel free to take a rejuvenating dip in the pool after class. An amazing way to start your memorable day in the Hocking Hills! $20; class is rain or shine; if weather is inclement, we will hold class indoors. The complete practice is very accessible to every age, body type and experience level. Old Man's Cave Chalets - Poolside, 18905 St. Rt. 664 S, Logan; Reservations recommended by calling 877-869-4631

Every Friday, Saturday & Sunday - Flea & Farmers' Market at Hocking Hills Market; US 33, Rockbridge

Every Saturday & Wednesday - Athens Farmers Market's - 10am to 1pm. Come meet the farmers and producers behind the local food movement. Look for vendors selling produce, meats, eggs, cheese, jarred products, baked goods and lots more. Location: Market on State, 1002 E State St , Athens; for more info call 740-593-6763 or visit http://www.athensfarmersmarket.org/

UPCOMING:

FRIDAY, August 5th - Concerts in the Park - 7pm to 8:30pm; Summer concert series in its 19th season features a different band every Friday evening June through August. This week Mike Sigler and Nashville North will take the stage. Concerts are family friendly and alcohol and smoke free. Bring lawn chairs for seating. Hocking County Children's Chorus will sell food and beverages at the park. Concerts generally go forward rain or shine except in severe weather. Worthington Park, corner of Main & Market Streets in historic downtown Logan; call 740-603-0703 for more info; FREE

FRIDAY, August 5th - Music at the Millstone - 6pm to 9pm; Enjoy the musical styling's of Tess George at the Millstone Southern BBQ, 12790 Grey St, Logan; call 740-385-5341 for more info

SATURDAY, August 6th - Arts Market - 9am to 5pm; The Hocking Hills Artists and Craftsmen Association Art Market features hand-made arts and crafts from our Association members in and around the Hocking Hills. Each individual artist or craftsman will be present to answer your questions about their items offered for sale, as well as discuss that possible special consignment piece for you. Each month the roster of artists and craftsmen may change to reflect the different interests of both our artists and our visitors. Come and explore the local, hand-made, one-of-a-kind arts and crafts at the Market. Hocking Hills Market, US 33 & St. Rt. 374, Rockbridge; call 740-698-0165 for more info.

SATURDAY, August 6th - Wild Weekend Discovery Series - 10am to noon; The public is invited to bring your children and enjoy a fun-filled educational program designed for kids preschool to 5th grade. They will enjoy a different lesson every month, with an activity and a craft to complement the lesson. Get your Smokey Bear card punched each time you participate, and on your 6th visit receive a patch! August is fungus month. Wayne National Forest Headquarters, US 33, Nelsonville. For more info call 740-753-0101; FREE

SATURDAY, August 6th - "A Mid Summer Night's Dream" Catered Dinner and Auction - 6pm; Annual Bowen House fundraiser features appetizers and wine followed by Auction at 7pm and Dinner at 8pm. Music by Audie Wykle and Friends. Contribution of Auction items are welcome. $50 per person; RSVP on-line at http://www.bowenhouse.org/ or call 740-385-0344; The Bowen House, 196 N Market St, Logan

SATURDAY, August 6th - Music at the Millstone - 6pm to 9pm; Enjoy the musical styling's of the Cowboy Hillbilly Hippy Folk Band at the Millstone Southern BBQ, 12790 Grey St, Logan; call 740-385-5341 for more info

SATURDAY, August 6th - A Night with the Legends 2011 - 7pm to 10:30pm; Don't miss this year's A Night With the Legends! This show is always a blast, featuring local Athens and Nelsonville area celebrities playing tribute to some of music's biggest stars with performances on the Stuart's stage. This is not karaoke, we have a full band! Organized by Alex Couladis, this event packs the Opera House, so get your tickets early. $20 - $100 Stuart's Opera House, 52 Public Square, Nelsonville; call 740-753-1924 for more info.

THURSDAY, August 11th - Free Summer Concert Series with Duke Jr. & Smokey Boots and The Randys - 7pm to 9pm; Stuart's free Summer Concert Series continues in August with Athens' own Duke Junior and the Smokey Boots, who will join The Randys from Columbus. Cincinnati's CityBeat says Duke Junior is "fantastic country-folk". The Randys are a 5-piece band from Columbus, Ohio. Since 1998 they've been establishing a unique sound using a mixture of styles from the 1940s to the present. Stuart's Opera House parking lot, Nelsonville; FREE

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