Hocking Hills October 20,2011

WEEKEND UPDATE
October 20, 2011


TOMBSTONE TRAVELS
SATURDAY
TOURS AT 4 PM, 6 PM & 8 PM
$10
OLD LOGAN CEMETERY

NOW THROUGH SATURDAY - Circleville Pumpkin Show - see website for daily schedule; "Greatest Free Show on Earth!" A celebration of pumpkins and autumn. Pumpkin food, contests, crafts, amusement rides and daily parades. Downtown Circleville - Court & Main; 740-474-7000 / http://www.pumpkinshow.com/ FREE

THURSDAY - Stained Glass Workshop - 10am to noon; 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. Call for additional days and times.

THURSDAY & FRIDAY - Fall Foliage Train Ride - 1:00; Take a leisurely trip on a passenger train dating back to the 1920s. Hear about Hocking Valley history as you pass the remains of industries, canal locks and other historic landmarks. The trip covers 22 miles round-trip and stops for 30 minutes at a pioneer log village (Robbins Crossing) before returning to the depot. $16/adult; $14/senior; $11/child (3-12); Purchase tickets online at http://www.hvsry.org/; call 740-753-9531 weekends only or leave a message at 800-967-7834.

FRIDAY THROUGH SUNDAY - 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

SATURDAY - 2nd Annual HVCH Auxiliary Car Show - 10am to 3:30pm; dash plaques for the first 50 vehicles, 25 awards to be presented; door prizes, 50/50 drawing, refreshments, entertainment. Registration from 10am to 1pm; Judging from 1pm to 3pm; Awards at 3:30pm. $10 registration fee. Cars, Trucks & Motorcycles welcome. Hocking Valley Community Hospital, 601 St. Rt. 664 N, Logan - CIC parking lot (beside hospital). Proceeds benefit Hocking Valley Community Hospital.

SATURDAY - Stained Glass Workshop - 10am to noon; 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. Call for additional days and times.

SATURDAY - Empty Bowls - 11am to 3pm; Empty Bowls returns to Hocking County to fight hunger as part of the 21st annual Make a Difference Day Festivities. The local fundraiser will occur at Central Elementary School, 40 North Street. Area potters donate handmade bowls for the special event, which features soup, dessert and a drink for a $10 donation per person. The bowl is a keepsake to take home for people to remember to continue the fight against hunger in Hocking County all year long. Proceeds will be split between Hocking Athens Perry Community Action Regional Food Center and United Way of Hocking County. For more information Janey Saving at 385-1389, or Mark Hartman at 385-6813 - Ext. 2212.

SATURDAY - Hocking Hills Yoga - 11am to 12:15pm; 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, at Hocking Hills Dining Lodge 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. An amazing way to start your memorable day in the Hocking Hills! $20 per class or pre-purchase 3 classes and 4th one is free. The complete practice is very accessible to every age, body type and experience level. Hocking Hills Dining Lodge - 20020 St. Rt. 664 S, Logan; Reservations required by 7pm Fridays by calling 877-869-4631.

SATURDAY & SUNDAY - Train Tour with Historic Village Stop - noon departure is a 14 mile round-trip ride to Haydenville; 2:30pm departure is a 22 mile round-trip ride to Logan; 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. $12-16/adult; $10-14/senior; $9-11/child (3-12); Purchase tickets online at http://www.hvsry.org/; call 740-753-9531 weekends only or leave a message at 800-967-7834.

SATURDAY - Horse-Drawn Wagon Rides at Lake Hope State Park - 2pm to 5pm; Enjoy the fall colors as we "clippity-clop" through the hills. Continuous 20 minute rides begin at the Nature Center. Lake Hope State Park Nature Center, 27330 St Rt 278, McArthur; call 740-596-3030 for more info; FREE

SATURDAY - Tombstone Travels - tours at 4pm, 6pm & 8pm; History comes alive in Old Logan Cemetery with Tombstone Travels. Meet some of the founding families of Logan. Their stories are heartwarming, heartbreaking and outright funny. Costumed interpreters will bring the stories to life as docent led tours visit ten different sites. Tours begin at 4pm, 6pm and 8pm. Tickets are available at the Hocking Hills Welcome Center, 13178 State Route 664 S, Logan; The Bowen House, 192 N Market St., Logan; Hocking County Historic Society & Museums, 64 N Culver St, Logan or by phone; 740-385-2750. Tickets are limited. This tour of Logan's oldest cemetery is sponsored by Logan Town Center, in cooperation with The Bowen House, Hocking County Childrens Chorus, Hocking County Historical Society, Hocking Hills Tourism Association, the City of Logan and Logan-Hocking School District. http://www.tombstonetravels.com

SATURDAY - The Muleskinner Band - 6:30pm, doors open at 5pm; The Muleskinner Band brings its unique blend of country/western and bluegrass music (all delivered with a humorous bent) to town on Saturday evening at the Scenic Hills Senior Center. Doors open at 5 pm for great, home cooked food. Music starts at 6:30 pm. Logan's own "Courthouse Boys" (Audie Wykle, Dave Sherman, Rick Wallar, Ken Wilson, and Scot Blazer) will "warm up" the audience prior to the Muleskinners taking the stage. Visit the band's website at http://www.themuleskinnerband.com/MSB for more information. Tickets are $10 each (16 and under are admitted free). Handicapped accessible with ample free on-site parking. Scenic Hills Senior Center, 187 S. Spring St.

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 - Halloween on the Hocking - 7pm; Corn mazes can be scary and haunted houses can be terrifying, but nothing compares to the thrill of Halloween on the Hocking! On this haunted night, we canoe a five-mile stretch under the creepiness of the full moon. Stay close together since we do not know who may be lurking around the river bend. Hot chocolate, snacks and music, along with a roaring bonfire, will be offered for those lucky enough to make it back from the canoe trip. Costume Contest! $45 per canoe; Hocking Valley Canoe Livery, 31251 Chieftain Rd, Logan; 740-385-8685

SATURDAY - Boo Train - 8pm to 9:30pm; Climb aboard this special family-oriented ride for tricks and treats. You'll meet some funny and spooky characters on the train. Fun will be had by all while riding the decorated cars and listening to the spooky sounds of the night. Everyone will get treats. Don't forget to dress up as your favorite character for our Halloween costume contest on the train. Even Mom and Dad can win. Prizes include train tickets and gift certificates to our gift shop. After the ride, all children can pick a free pumpkin from our pumpkin patch next to the depot. So come join us for a spooky good time. $15 adults; $13 Seniors; $7 Children (3-12); Hocking Valley Scenic Railway, 33 Canal St, Nelsonville. Call 800-967-7834 and leave a message or call 740-753-9531 on weekends; tickets also available online; http://www.hvsry.org/

TUESDAY - Community Forum - 7pm; Dr. Magid Abel, Presbyterian minister from Pakistan, will talk about being Christian in a Muslim society. Dr. Abel has been preaching, teaching, learning, and sharing about life in Pakistan for approximately a month. His visit ends in early November. Everyone is welcome! First Presbyterian Church, 2 W Hunter St, Logan; 740-385-2242

WEDNESDAY - Yoga in the Hills - Blue Valley Massage & Traveling Spa - call 888-74-PEACE (747-3223) for location; $10 5pm to 6pm; 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!

WEDNESDAY - Jam Session - 7pm; (last Wed. of each month) Open to all ages and skill levels. If you don't want to jam, just come and listen. (Call for music style/type.) The Bowen House, 196 N. Market St. Info: (740) 385-0344; www.bowenhouse.org

THURSDAY ( October 27th) - My Civil War Ancestors - 7pm; B. J. King will speak on his four Civil War ancestors and their experiences...as the first year of the Civil War sesquicentennial draws to a close. Hocking County Historical Society 64 N. Culver St. (740) 385-6026 www.hockingcountyhistoricalsociety.com

THURSDAY (October 27th) - Haunted Hocking: Spirits of Ash Cave - 7pm; Is Ash Cave really haunted or could it be something else? Join the naturalist and the "HHIT" team from hauntedhocking at the Ash Cave parking area to explore the possibilities. (This program does contain ghost stories, so parents, you know your children best and should decide if it is appropriate. Please, no pets at Haunted Hocking.)

ONGOING:

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

Through 2011 - "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: Fridays 1pm to 4pm & Saturdays noon to 5pm; Hocking County Historical Society 64 N. Culver St.(740) 385-6026
www.hockingcountyhistoricalsociety.com

Through October - "THROUGH THE LENS"; Tenth of twelve monthly exhibits for 2011. This exhibit will feature the work of the Hocking Valley Photography Group that meets at the Bowen House, under the mentorship of Dennis Savage, and will include fall themed photos, both black/white and color. Some of the students share their work on "Flicker" under "Hocking Valley Photography Group." Exhibit will remain on display the month of October - call for ending date. Regular house hours are 3 - 6 pm Tuesday through Friday and 1-4 pm on Saturday. www.bowenhouse.org; call 740-385-0344 for more info; FREE

Through October - FRIDAY - Starbrick Clay National Cup Show 2011; This is a juried exhibit of contemporary cups which takes place at the gallery every other year. This year a total of 300 entries from 40 states and Canada were submitted. Out of those 300, the juror chose 50 artists to be in the show, with a total of 65 cups. Exhibit open Monday through Saturday 10am to 5pm; Sunday noon to 5pm through October 21st; Starbrick Gallery, 21 W Columbus St, Nelsonville; 740-753-1011; FREE

WEDNESDAYS through October - 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; monthly special events too. September 21st - Ice Cream Eating Contest at 11am; October 12th - Pumpkin Patch Day; October 26th - Halloween Party at 6pm.

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/

SATURDAYS - 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

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 11:30 am and 1 pm, 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.

THURSDAYS & FRIDAYS through October - Fall Foliage Train Ride - 1:30pm to 3:30pm; Take a leisurely trip on a passenger train dating back to the 1920s. Hear about Hocking Valley history as you pass the remains of industries, canal locks and other historic landmarks. The trip covers 22 miles round trip and stops for 30 minutes at a pioneer log village (Robbins Crossing) before returning to the depot. $16/adult; $14/senior; $11/child (3-12); Purchase tickets online at http://www.hvsry.org/; call 740-753-9531 weekends only or leave a message at 800-967-7834.

SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS - Train Tour with Historic Village Stop - noon departure is a 14 mile round-trip ride to Haydenville; 2:30pm departure is a 22 mile round-trip ride to Logan; 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.

Every Wednesday - Yoga in the Hills - Blue Valley Massage & Traveling Spa - call 888-74-PEACE (747-3223) for location; $10 5pm to 6pm; 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!



Member News:

The next regular HHTA Board of Trustees meeting will be November 21st - noon at the Welcome Center.
Congratulations Bear Run Inn & Cottages and Bear Necessities Gift Shop on your Hocking Hills Green Certification - Level II.
If you advise your guests to "bring their own firewood" be sure to correctly inform them of the ban on bringing in firewood from out of the area. They will need to purchase firewood once they arrive in the Hocking Hills
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.