hocking hills may 31, 2012

WEEKEND UPDATE May 31, 2012 FRIDAY - Public Yard Sale at the Bowen House - 9am to 2pm; Sell your items and/or purchases someone else's treasures. Cost for a table is $10 - bring your own or use one of the Bowen House tables. Call (740) 385-0344 to reserve a space. In the event of rain, the sale will move inside the House. Food available. The sale will be advertised in the Logan Daily News, Craig's List and Facebook. The Bowen House, 196 N Market St, Logan; call 740-385-0344 for more info or visit www.bowenhouse.org FRIDAY - Music in the Park - 7pm to 8:30pm; Summer concert series in its 20th season features thirteen weeks of live music at the gazebo in Worthington Park in Logan, every Friday evening from June through August. Bring lawn chairs as bench seating is limited. Food & beverages for sale in the park or bring your own picnic basket. No alcohol permitted. Portable restroom on site. Concerts generally occur rain or shine except in a severe storm. Concerts are free due to the generosity of local merchants, organizations and individual donors. Donations also accepted at the park to help fund the concerts. Season opening concert is Mike Sigler and Nashville North (Bands subject to change without prior notice.) Worthington Park, Market & Main Streets in historic downtown Logan; call 740-603-0703 for more info. FREE FRIDAY & SATURDAY - Live Music at the Millstone - 7pm; this Friday enjoy the music of Tenessa George and Saturday the Cowboy Hilbilly Hippie Folk Band will take the stage. The Millstone BBQ is located at 12790 Grey St, Logan; call 740-385-5341 for more info. FRIDAY - Haunted Hocking: Spirits of Rose Lake - 8pm; Is Rose Lake really haunted or could it be something else? Join the naturalist at the Rose Lake dam to explore the possibilities. (This does contain ghost stories ... parents, you must decide if it is appropriate for your children. Please, no pets allowed at Haunted Hocking.) Hocking Hills State Park; for more information call 740-385-6841; FREE FRIDAY - Karaoke Night at the Brass Ring - 9pm to 1am; Once defined as a form of torture or "Japanese Horror", karaoke is guaranteed to get you out of your shell and make you laugh till your sides ache. Come with your friends or come alone and make new friends. Karaoke Night at the Brass Ring will entertain you as you entertain others. Of course, you don't have to sing but just try to resist joining in the fun. The Brass Ring Restaurant, 14405 Country Club Lane, Logan; 740-380-9412 SATURDAY - Logan Farmer's Market - 9am to noon; Find fresh produce & food, plus other agricultural-related products, support area farmers. The market will be open every Wednesday from 9-1 and Saturdays 9 to noon; located in the parking lot next to M&M Family Diner, 34 W Main St, Logan; call 740-385-5306 for more info. SATURDAY - Wild Weekend Discovery Series - 9:15am to noon; Come prepared to have fun and get dirty with this special program in support of the Great American Cleanup being held at the Wayne National Forest Headquarters located off US Hwy 33 between The Plains and Nelsonville. Conservation Education Specialist Sarah Forrest will feature an anti-littering program and a craft for the children to take home. Weather permitting, the group plans to complete a beautification project. This program is safe for all ages, but preschool through 5th grade is recommended. Call today to pre-register; 740-753-0101. Wayne National Forest Headquarters, US 33, Nelsonville; FREE SATURDAY - Hike the Gorge for National Trail Day - 10am; Bring along a cool drink and join Hocking Hills State Park in celebrating National Trail Day. Meet with the Hocking Hills naturalist at the Old Man's Cave Visitor Center. Hocking Hills State Park, Old Man's Cave Visitor Center, State Route 664 S; call 740-385-6841 for more info; FREE SATURDAY & SUNDAY- Train Rides with Historic Village Stop - noon & 2:30pm; 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 noon trip to Haydenville covers 14 miles roundtrip and the 2:30 trip to Logan is 22 miles roundtrip. Both trains stop for 30 minutes at a pioneer log village (Robbins Crossing) before returning to the depot. $12 Adult; $10 Senior (60+); $9 Child (3-12) Hocking Valley Scenic Railway, 33 Canal St, Nelsonville; visit http://www.hvsry.org/ for tickets; call 800-967-7834 (messages only) or 740-753-9531 (weekends only) SATURDAY - Art in the Alley; Open Studio - 11am to 1pm; Be part of the fun in the new arts and crafts space at the Bowen House. This Saturday is Open Studio and one of the projects will be Washboard Christmas Ornaments. This is a Community Project. The ornaments will be sold at the Washboard Music Festival and all the proceeds will benefit the festival. The Bowen House, 192 N Market St, Logan; 740-385-0344; www.bowenhouse.org; FREE SATURDAY - Grace Adele Performing Live at the Grouse Nest Restaurant - 6:30pm to 9pm; Ohio's own Grace Adele will be visiting from Nashville, Tenn. for a weekend of music & fun in the Hocking Hills. She will be performing original music off of her new CD "The Grand Sessions." Please join us for dinner at the Grouse Nest and enjoy the distinctly American music of Grace Adele. Reservations are recommended but not required. The Grouse Nest Restaurant, 25780 Liberty Hill Rd, South Bloomingville; call 740-332-4501 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. $40 per canoe for two people; call 740-385-0523 for reservations; Hocking Hills Canoe Livery, 12789 St Rt 664 S SATURDAY - Romantic Moonlight Canoe Trip - start times vary; Let the crickets serenade you under a full moon on the Hocking River. Afterward, join us at a bonfire for refreshments and live entertainment. A roaring campfire greets your return, with refreshments and entertainment. $45 per canoe; Hocking Valley Canoe Livery, 31251 Chieftain Dr, Logan; call 740-385-8685 for reservations and start time. SATURDAY, SUNDAY & MONDAY - Full Moon Paddles - 7:30pm; Kayak with us under the full moon. Paddles are two to three hours long. Enjoy a peaceful evening on the water, watch the sun set and the moon rise across the water as the stars sparkle above you. No experience needed. All equipment, instructions, and refreshments are provided. These paddles will be offered at Lake Logan State Park in Logan, Strouds Run State Park in Athens, and Hoover Reservoir in Columbus per the schedule below: Logan: June 3, July 2, Sept. 1 & Sept. 29; Athens: June 2, July 3, July 4, Aug. 1, Aug. 2, Aug. 30, Sept. 28, Sept. 30 & Oct. 29; Columbus: June 4, July 31 & Aug. 31; Organized by: Touch the Earth Adventures; $20 / $25 with your own kayak & equipment; reservations required; call 740-591-9094 for reservations. MONDAY - Miss Rosie's Quilt Company Trunk Show - 10am to 6pm; Quilt show of 6 quilts made by Carrie Nelson of Miss Rosie's Quilt Company. Three traditional quilts in a large and small version of each project. Honey Fork Fabrics, 19151 Goat Run-Honey Fork Rd, Logan; call 740-385-6072 for more info; FREE TUESDAY through June 23 - Annual Washboard Music Festival Quilt Show - Tuesdays through Fridays 3pm to 6pm and Saturdays 1pm to 3pm. There will be special extended hours during the Washboard Music Festival; This year's show features quilts from the Brown County Quilt Barn trail. The Bowen House, 192 N Market St, Logan; 740-385-0344; www.bowenhouse.org; FREE TUESDAY - Bike Night at the Millstone - 6pm; Enjoy live entertainment, great food and good friends - even some you haven't met yet! Enjoy the music of Double Shot. The Millstone BBQ, 12790 Grey St, Logan; 740-385-5341 WEDNESDAY - Logan Farmer's Market - 9am to 1pm; Find fresh produce & food, plus other agricultural-related products, support area farmers. The market will be open every Wednesday from 9-1 and Saturdays 9 to noon; located in the parking lot next to M&M Family Diner, 34 W Main St, Logan; call 740-385-5306 for more info. FRIDAY, June 8th - Music in the Park - 7pm to 8:30pm; Summer concert series in its 20th season features thirteen weeks of live music at the gazebo in Worthington Park in Logan, every Friday evening from June through August. Bring lawn chairs as bench seating is limited. Food & beverages for sale in the park or bring your own picnic basket. No alcohol permitted. Portable restroom on site. Concerts generally occur rain or shine except in a severe storm. Concerts are free due to the generosity of local merchants, organizations and individual donors. Donations also accepted at the park to help fund the concerts. This week enjoy the sounds of the Country Jubilee Band (Bands subject to change without prior notice.) Worthington Park, Market & Main Streets in historic downtown Logan; call 740-603-0703 for more info. FREE FRIDAY, June 8th - Summer Wine Express on the Hocking Valley Scenic Railway - 7pm to 9pm; Join Stuart's Opera House in this fundraising event that includes wine, cheese and a beautiful ride through the Hocking River valley on the historic railway. Meet up with a group of friends and enjoy a ride with wonderful wine, all for a good cause. $25 - $35; Tickets are available in advance. Call 740-753-1924 or visit http://www.stuartsoperahouse.org/ for tickets; Hocking Valley Scenic Railway, 33 E Canal St, Nelsonville FRIDAY & SATURDAY, June 8th & 9th - Live Music at the Millstone - 7pm; this Friday enjoy the music of Casey Redmond and Saturday Skip Hoyt will take the stage. The Millstone BBQ is located at 12790 Grey St, Logan; call 740-385-5341 for more info. SATURDAY, June 9th - Logan Farmer's Market - 9am to noon; Find fresh produce & food, plus other agricultural-related products, support area farmers. The market will be open every Wednesday from 9-1 and Saturdays 9 to noon; located in the parking lot next to M&M Family Diner, 34 W Main St, Logan; call 740-385-5306 for more info. SATURDAY & SUNDAY, June 9th & 10th - Train Rides with Historic Village Stop - noon & 2:30pm; 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 noon trip to Haydenville covers 14 miles roundtrip and the 2:30 trip to Logan is 22 miles roundtrip. Both trains stop for 30 minutes at a pioneer log village (Robbins Crossing) before returning to the depot. $12 Adult; $10 Senior (60+); $9 Child (3-12) Hocking Valley Scenic Railway, 33 Canal St, Nelsonville; visit http://www.hvsry.org/ for tickets; call 800-967-7834 (messages only) or 740-753-9531 (weekends only) SATURDAY, June 9th - Art in the Alley; Kids' Project Day - 11am to 1pm; Be part of the fun in the new arts and crafts space at the Bowen House. This Saturday will feature child related projects. The Bowen House, 192 N Market St, Logan; 740-385-0344; www.bowenhouse.org; FREE SATURDAY, June 9th - Sweet Second Saturday - 5pm to 8pm; On the second Saturday of each month, we dress up the dining room and have live music & great dinner specials. You can even bring a bottle of wine, if you like. Come join us for a great Saturday night out! Reservations appreciated, but not required. The Ridge Inn Restaurant, 16178 Pike St, Laurelville; call 740-332-0300 for reservations. SATURDAY, June 9th - The Friendliest Train Robbery - 6pm; Ride back into history when our old-time train carries a "gold" shipment. Robbers are planning an attack with their horses and guns to rob the train of its gold and the passengers of their "play" money. This thrilling trip is fun for the entire family and one of our most popular trains. Advance reservations are strongly recommended! $20 adults / $18 seniors / $16 children 3-12; Hocking Valley Scenic Railway, 33 Canal St, Nelsonville; visit http://www.hvsry.org/ for tickets; call 800-967-7834 (messages only) or 740-753-9531 (weekends only) SUNDAY, June 10th - War of 1812 Lecture - 2pm to 3pm; Chillicothe author Patricia Medert will present a talk titled "Raw Recruits: Ohio Volunteers in the War of 1812," which will illustrate what the war was like for Ohio militiamen and how central Ohio was impacted by this war. The War of 1812 was fought, in part, on Ohio soil, and Ohio men were some of the first in the country to volunteer for the war, including men from Fairfield County. Medert, author of Raw Recruits and Bullish Prisoners: Ohio's Capital in the War of 1812, will share her findings on the volunteers from Chillicothe who served in the war. $5 for Decorative Arts Center of Ohio members / $8 for non-members; Decorative Arts Center of Ohio, 145 E Main St, Lancaster; call 740-681-1423 for more info. ONGOING: Through June 23 - Annual Washboard Music Festival Quilt Show - Tuesdays through Fridays 3pm to 6pm and Saturdays 1pm to 3pm. There will be special extended hours during the Washboard Music Festival; This year's show features quilts from the Brown County Quilt Barn trail. The Bowen House, 192 N Market St, Logan; 740-385-0344; www.bowenhouse.org; FREE Through June 26th - Starbrick Teaching Artists & Their Talented Students - Mon - Sat 10am to 5pm; Sun noon to 5pm; The Cooperative Artists of Starbrick teach classes, mentor students and provide private instruction. Our outstanding students will show their work side-by-side with their mentors. Starbrick Gallery, 21 W. Columbus St, Nelsonville; call 740-753-1011 for more info; FREE Through 2012 - "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. Winter Hours: Fridays 1pm to 4pm & Saturdays 11am to 5pm; Hocking County Historical Society 64 N. Culver St.(740) 385-6026 http://www.hockinghistory.com/ DAILY - PEARL'S is open 6am to 3pm (Sun - Thur) 6am to 8pm (Fri & Sat) - Spring is upon us, so we at Pearl's are pleased to announce seasonal hours are back in effect. Come and enjoy the great food at Pearl's and have a fun time while you are relaxing at our restaurant. Remember we are open on Sundays!!! 1545 E. Front St, (740)385-3663 MONDAYS, WEDNESDAYS & FRIDAYS - Seafood Fiesta! - 5pm to 8pm; M&M Family Diner in historic downtown Logan introduces their new hours and Seafood Fiesta, including a Fisherman's Platter of Flounder, Fried Shrimp and Fried Scallops, 'Pick a Pair' Surf & Turf and more. The new hours are Monday, Wednesday & Friday 7am to 2pm AND 5pm to 8pm; Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday 7am to 3pm and Sunday 8am to 2pm. M&M Family Diner, 34 W Main St., Logan 740-380-9181 FRIDAYS - All-You-Can-Eat Fish Fry at The Olde Dutch - 4:30pm to 8pm; Deep fried Pollock, French Fries and Cole Slaw for just $7.99. The Olde Dutch Restaurant, 12791 St Rt 664 S, Logan; 740-385-1000 FRIDAYS - Prime Rib Night at the Millstone BBQ and The Brass Ring Restaurant. The Millstone BBQ is located near the Holiday Inn Express on Grey Street in Logan and The Brass Ring Restaurant is located at 14405 Country Club Lane (just off St Rt 328) in Logan. SUNDAYS - $5 Brunch at the Lodge, most entrees are $5 - 10:30 - 2:30; The Lodge at Hide-A-Way Hills; 29042 Hide-A-Way Hills Rd, Sugar Grove; 740-569-7944 for more info SUNDAYS - Breakfast Buffet with Omelet Station and Pancake Station - 10am to 1pm at the Millstone BBQ. The Millstone BBQ is located near the Holiday Inn Express on Grey Street in Logan; 740-385-5341 MONDAYS through THURSDAYS - Bush's Restaurant Deals of the Week; Buy one dinner at $7.99 or more and get the second one half price (of equal or lesser value); Bush's Restaurant, 428 E Front St, Logan; 385-7639 TUESDAYS - "Wing Night" at The Lodge at Hide-A-Way Hills - 5pm to 9pm; $.49 wings with choice of 6 sauces (dine in only) and Comfort Food Tuesday's; New Menu starts Feb 7th, It is going to even better than the last menu, stop in and try something new, Veal Parm perhaps or even a Shrimp Po Boy. The Lodge at Hide-A-Way Hills; 29042 Hide-A-Way Hills Rd, Sugar Grove; 740-569-7944 for more info MONDAYS - Acrylic Painting Workshop - Join Artist Suzanne Hiser in painting flowers this 2 hour workshop on Mondays from 10am-12pm. She will work with you on drawing, shaping and shading techniques that will bring out the beauty of our spring flowers. Fee: $25; All supplies are provided and suitable for all ages. Contact Audrey Martin, 740-596-1913 to reserve your spot in the workshop WEDNESDAYS - 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! 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 THURSDAYS & SATURDAYS - 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. Every Wednesday & Saturday - Logan Farmer's Market - Wed 9am to 1pm; Sat 9am to noon - Find fresh produce & food, plus other agricultural-related products, support area farmers. The market will be open every Wednesday from 9-1 and Saturdays 9 to noon; located in the parking lot next to M&M Family Diner, 34 W Main St, Logan; call 740-385-5306 for more info. 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/ 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 - 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 11:30am and 1pm. Special arrangements will be made for large groups. Museum hours are Monday through Friday 9:00am to 4:00pm and Saturday 11am to 2pm. Tours are $4 which includes souvenir magnet. Columbus Washboard Factory, 14 Gallagher Ave, Logan; 740-380-3828

Hocking Hills cabins weekend update may 24, 2012

WEEKEND UPDATE May 24, 2012 THURSDAY through Monday- 42nd Annual Moonshine Festival - Opens 5pm Thursday, closed 6pm on Monday; This year marks New Straitsville's 42nd annual celebration of moonshine, but don't take the name too seriously! This is a great, small town family festival with all the trimmings: a Miss Moonshine pageant; music each day, fun contests like "pickle spitting", a bicycle give away, garden tractor pull, rides, great food & the featured entertainer - David Ball & the Pioneer Playboys. Don't miss this year's festivities - a real taste of small town USA! Main Street, New Straitsville; call 740-394-2239 for more info; FREE THURSDAY - "Thomas Worthington" - 7pm; Tom Luce will present a program about Logan's founding father, Thomas Worthington at the Hocking County Historical Society & Museum Center, 64 N Culver St, Logan; for more info call 740-385-6026; FREE THURSDAY - Owl Prowl - 9pm; The owls of Ohio are some of the most elusive and fascinating of our Hocking residents. Join the naturalist at the Rock House Shelter House for a closer look and listen to these nocturnal creatures. (Please, no pets at the Owl Prowl.) Hocking Hills State Park, Rock House, St Rt 374 near St Rt 180, Rockbridge; call 740-385-6841 for more info; FREE FRIDAY - Ridgetops & Hollers - 2pm; Ever wonder about the difference between a ridgetop and a 'holler'? Join the naturalist at the Ash Cave parking area to find out. Hocking Hills State Park, Ash Cave is located on St Rt 56 near St Rt 374; call 740-385-6841 for more info; FREE FRIDAY - Birding by Kayak - 4:30pm; Julie Davis, past president of Columbus Audubon, joins us to share her enthusiasm and knowledge of birds large and small. Trips last three hours. Kayaks, PDFs & paddles provided. No experience necessary. Birders of all levels welcome! Reservations required. $40 / $25 with your own kayak & equipment; Strouds Run State Park; call 740-591-9094 for reservations; organized by Touch the Earth Adventures FRIDAY - Final Fridays - Celebrating the Student Artist - 5pm to 9pm; Graduating art students, MFA thesis shows, outstanding high school art and students of all ages will display their work with the many professional artists who show their work in the galleries of the Nelsonville Historic Square Arts District. Call 740-753-1011 for more info; FREE FRIDAY - Starbrick Teaching Artists & Their Talented Students - 5pm to 9pm; The Cooperative Artists of Starbrick teach classes, mentor students and provide private instruction. Our outstanding students will show their work side-by-side with their mentors. This show opens on Final Friday and will run through June 26. Starbrick Gallery, 21 W. Columbus St, Nelsonville; call 740-753-1011 for more info; FREE FRIDAY & SATURDAY - Live Music at the Millstone - 7pm; this Friday enjoy the music of Skip Hoyt and Saturday Steve Zarate will take the stage. The Millstone BBQ is located at 12790 Grey St, Logan; call 740-385-5341 for more info. FRIDAY - Birding by Kayak - 7:30am; Julie Davis, past president of Columbus Audubon, joins us to share her enthusiasm and knowledge of birds large and small. Trips last three hours. Kayaks, PDFs & paddles provided. No experience necessary. Birders of all levels welcome! Reservations required. $40 / $25 with your own kayak & equipment; Strouds Run State Park; call 740-591-9094 for reservations; organized by Touch the Earth Adventures SATURDAY - Logan Farmer's Market - 9am to noon; Find fresh produce & food, plus other agricultural-related products, support area farmers. The market will be open every Wednesday from 9-1 and Saturdays 9 to noon; located in the parking lot next to M&M Family Diner, 34 W Main St, Logan; call 740-385-5306 for more info. SATURDAY & SUNDAY - 2012 Duck Creek Log Jam Music Festival - 9am; 2 days of music and 2 nights of camping in the Hocking Hills, featuring Roots, Bluegrass, Country, Rock and what have you. It's a bit of a throwback, small by design, off the beaten path type of festival which could only be found down a winding road in Ohio's Hocking Hills. Where, much like the farmers of the region at harvest time, artists bring their skillfully crafted and time-tested songs to stage for consumption. A festival that is more about the stories and the people behind the sounds than it is about bright lights and large crowds. A place where the walk from your campsite to the main stage can, in more ways than one, take you from where you have been to where you've needed to be. There are no paved parking lots, no late night disco tents or $8 beers. We will have guitars, harmonicas, guys with beards.... and there will be banjos. This festival isn't for everyone, but it could be just the thing for you! $32.50 pre-sale/$40 at the gate. Duck Creek Camping and Outdoor Events Area, adjacent to Lake Logan State Park, Logan. For detailed schedule, tickets and directions visit http://www.duckcreeklogjam.com/ SATURDAY - Independent Folk Antique & Folkart Show - 9am - 3pm; Judy Robinson from Judy Robinson's Country Textiles, will be at the Lancaster Fairgrounds with her one-of-a-kind hand woven pincushions and sewing boxes. She will also be selling hand woven rugs and table runners as seen in Early American Life Magazine and at the Country Living Shows. There will be many antique dealers and folk artists from around the state selling their wares. Hope to see you there. Admission is $6. Fairfield County Fairgrounds, 157 East Fair Ave. Lancaster, Ohio www.picturetrail.com/independentfolk SATURDAY - Summer Kickoff at Ruby's - 10am to 6pm; Free gifts & 20% off vendors in parking lot. Artist demonstrations. First day for new items in store. Food tastings. All visitors this weekend are entered into a drawing. Ruby's Country Cupboard, 16734 St Rt 374, Laurelville; call 740-385-9696 for more info; FREE SATURDAY - Vinton County Shop Hop - 10am to 4pm; Follow the hills and dales of Vinton County to more than 20 quaint antique and gift shops, artisan studios, covered bridges and colorful quilt barns. Sponsored by Vinton County Convention & Visitors Bureau. For more information visit http://www.vintoncountytravel.com or call 1-800-596-4459; FREE SATURDAY - Wonders of Old Man's Cave - 10am; Meet the Naturalist at the Naturalists' Cabin, behind Old Man's Cave Visitor Center, for a short hike to discover some facts about the history of the area and the rock formations that are found throughout the park. Hocking Hills State Park, Old Man's Cave, St Rt 664 S, Logan; 740-385-6841 for more info; FREE SATURDAY - Country Music Summer Festival - Doors open at 10am, music begins at noon; All day live music event featuring Easton Corbin and Ohio's own, McGuffey Lane. There will be food, beer, arts, crafts a mechanical bull, games & door prizes. $25 pre-sale; $30 day of show. For tickets visit www.littlebigdude.com or call 888-71-TICKETS; Kaeppner's Woods, 34070 Sutton Rd, Logan. SATURDAY & SUNDAY- Train Rides with Historic Village Stop - noon & 2:30pm; 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 noon trip to Haydenville covers 14 miles roundtrip and the 2:30 trip to Logan is 22 miles roundtrip. Both trains stop for 30 minutes at a pioneer log village (Robbins Crossing) before returning to the depot. $12 Adult; $10 Senior (60+); $9 Child (3-12) Hocking Valley Scenic Railway, 33 Canal St, Nelsonville; visit http://www.hvsry.org/ for tickets; call 800-967-7834 (messages only) or 740-753-9531 (weekends only) SATURDAY - Calling all Crafters - Art in the Alley - 11am to 1pm; Be part of the fun in the new arts and crafts space at the Bowen House. This Saturday the project will be Washboard Christmas Ornaments. This is a Community Project. The ornaments will be sold at the Washboard Music Festival and all the proceeds will benefit the festival. The Bowen House, 192 N Market St, Logan; 740-385-0344; www.bowenhouse.org; FREE SATURDAY - Hocking's Birds of Prey - 1pm; Join the Hocking Hills State Park naturalist at the Naturalist Cabin near Old Man's Cave Visitor Center for a closer look at Ohio's winged predators: hawks, owls, eagles and vultures. Naturalist Cabin will remain open to explore and ask questions. Hocking Hills State Park, St Rt 664 S, Logan; 74-385-6841 for more info; FREE SUNDAY - Flaming Torchlight Canoe Trip - start times vary; Night time on the Hocking River is magical, and nothing is more exciting than experiencing it by torchlight: flickering flames reflecting on rippling water, golden eyes blinking from surrounding trees, all bathed in a surreal, golden glow. For romantics, friends and families, the river by torchlight is an unforgettable delight. A roaring campfire greets your return, with refreshments and entertainment. $45 per canoe; Hocking Valley Canoe Livery, 31251 Chieftain Dr, Logan; call 740-385-8685 for reservations and start time. MONDAY - Logan Memorial Day Services 2012 - 9:45 - assemble at the Post Office, leave for Oak Grove Cemetery at 10:15. Memorial Day Ceremonies at Oak Grove Cemetery begin at 10:30; Master of Ceremonies will be James McLin. The Logan Marching Chieftains will perform the National Anthem; Pastor Steve Hubbard will give the invocation and benediction. This year's guest speaker is Logan High School teacher, John Mulrooney. The Combined Veterans of Hocking County will fire a salute honoring deceased service men and women. The Worthington Park Memorial Day Ceremony will begin at 11am with Master of Ceremonies, Ron Janey. The Marching Chieftains will play the National Anthem while Sheriff Lanny North, Police Chief Aaron Miller and Fire Chief Brian Robertson raise the flag. Finn Fuller will lead the Pledge of Allegiance. Reverend Larry Hoffman will deliver the invocation and benediction and the guest speaker will be US Army WWII Veteran, Danny Devol. The Combined Veterans of Hocking County will fire a salute honoring deceased service men and women and the LHS Band will play "Taps". Harold Wilsone will present an award to Mariah Wtight and Mike Stimmel, buglers for military funerals. The LHS Band will play Nearer My God to Thee". Reverend Hoffman's benediction will conclude the services. Everyone is cordially invited to lunch provided by the Combined Veterans Clubs at the Bowen House. For more information contact Harold & Kay Wilson at 740-385-6204 MONDAY - Memorial Day Train - 1pm and 3pm; Celebrate the holiday with a patriotic ride on a historic train and a stop at a pioneer log village (Robbins Crossing). $16 Adult; $14 Senior (60+); $11 Child (3-12) Hocking Valley Scenic Railway, 33 Canal St, Nelsonville; visit http://www.hvsry.org/ for tickets; call 800-967-7834 (messages only) or 740-753-9531 (weekends only) TUESDAY - Bike Night at the Millstone - 6pm; Enjoy live entertainment, great food and good friends - even some you haven't met yet! Enjoy the music of The Carlsons. The Millstone BBQ, 12790 Grey St, Logan; 740-385-5341 WEDNESDAY - Logan Farmer's Market - 9am to 1pm; Find fresh produce & food, plus other agricultural-related products, support area farmers. The market will be open every Wednesday from 9-1 and Saturdays 9 to noon; located in the parking lot next to M&M Family Diner, 34 W Main St, Logan; call 740-385-5306 for more info. ONGOING: NOW THROUGH May 26th - "My Hopes, My Dreams, My Future" Logan-Hocking High School Photography Show; Hocking County High School students under the tutelage of Eric Hoffman exhibit their skills in nature and wildlife photography. Hours are 3-6 p.m. Tuesday through Friday and 1 - 3 pm on Saturday. The Bowen House, 192 N Market St, Logan; 740-385-0344; bowenhouse.org Through 2012 - "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. Winter Hours: Fridays 1pm to 4pm & Saturdays 11am to 5pm; Hocking County Historical Society 64 N. Culver St.(740) 385-6026 http://www.hockinghistory.com/ DAILY - PEARL'S is open 6am to 3pm (Sun - Thur) 6am to 8pm (Fri & Sat) - Spring is upon us, so we at Pearl's are pleased to announce seasonal hours are back in effect. Come and enjoy the great food at Pearl's and have a fun time while you are relaxing at our restaurant. Remember we are open on Sundays!!! 1545 E. Front St, (740)385-3663 MONDAYS, WEDNESDAYS & FRIDAYS - Seafood Fiesta! - 5pm to 8pm; M&M Family Diner in historic downtown Logan introduces their new hours and Seafood Fiesta, including a Fisherman's Platter of Flounder, Fried Shrimp and Fried Scallops, 'Pick a Pair' Surf & Turf and more. The new hours are Monday, Wednesday & Friday 7am to 2pm AND 5pm to 8pm; Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday 7am to 3pm and Sunday 8am to 2pm. M&M Family Diner, 34 W Main St., Logan 740-380-9181 FRIDAYS - All-You-Can-Eat Fish Fry at The Olde Dutch - 4:30pm to 8pm; Deep fried Pollock, French Fries and Cole Slaw for just $7.99. The Olde Dutch Restaurant, 12791 St Rt 664 S, Logan; 740-385-1000 FRIDAYS - Prime Rib Night at the Millstone BBQ and The Brass Ring Restaurant. The Millstone BBQ is located near the Holiday Inn Express on Grey Street in Logan and The Brass Ring Restaurant is located at 14405 Country Club Lane (just off St Rt 328) in Logan. SUNDAYS - $5 Brunch at the Lodge, most entrees are $5 - 10:30 - 2:30; The Lodge at Hide-A-Way Hills; 29042 Hide-A-Way Hills Rd, Sugar Grove; 740-569-7944 for more info SUNDAYS - Breakfast Buffet with Omelet Station and Pancake Station - 10am to 1pm at the Millstone BBQ. The Millstone BBQ is located near the Holiday Inn Express on Grey Street in Logan; 740-385-5341 MONDAYS through THURSDAYS - Bush's Restaurant Deals of the Week; Buy one dinner at $7.99 or more and get the second one half price (of equal or lesser value); Bush's Restaurant, 428 E Front St, Logan; 385-7639 TUESDAYS - "Wing Night" at The Lodge at Hide-A-Way Hills - 5pm to 9pm; $.49 wings with choice of 6 sauces (dine in only) and Comfort Food Tuesday's; New Menu starts Feb 7th, It is going to even better than the last menu, stop in and try something new, Veal Parm perhaps or even a Shrimp Po Boy. The Lodge at Hide-A-Way Hills; 29042 Hide-A-Way Hills Rd, Sugar Grove; 740-569-7944 for more info MONDAYS - Acrylic Painting Workshop - Join Artist Suzanne Hiser in painting flowers this 2 hour workshop on Mondays from 10am-12pm. She will work with you on drawing, shaping and shading techniques that will bring out the beauty of our spring flowers. Fee: $25; All supplies are provided and suitable for all ages. Contact Audrey Martin, 740-596-1913 to reserve your spot in the workshop WEDNESDAYS - 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! 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 THURSDAYS & SATURDAYS - 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. Every Wednesday & Saturday - Logan Farmer's Market - Wed 9am to 1pm; Sat 9am to noon - Find fresh produce & food, plus other agricultural-related products, support area farmers. The market will be open every Wednesday from 9-1 and Saturdays 9 to noon; located in the parking lot next to M&M Family Diner, 34 W Main St, Logan; call 740-385-5306 for more info. 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/ 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 - 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 11:30am and 1pm. Special arrangements will be made for large groups. Museum hours are Monday through Friday 9:00am to 4:00pm and Saturday 11am to 2pm. Tours are $4 which includes souvenir magnet. Columbus Washboard Factory, 14 Gallagher Ave, Logan; 740-380-3828 Member News: The Hocking Hills Tourism Association Board of Trustees will meet Monday, June 18, 2012 at noon at the Welcome Center in Logan. All are welcome.

Hocking Hills weekend May 17, 2012

Having trouble viewing this email click here to view on-line WEEKEND UPDATE May 17, 2012 SATURDAY HOCKING HILLS SPRING POKER RUN SPONSORED BY FRIENDS OF HOCKING HILLS STATE PARK - 9:30AM AT LAKE LOGAN BEACH. (see details below) THURSDAY - Rip & Strip Class - 7pm to 8pm; Learn how to knit, crochet, hook or braid with recycled items. The Bowen House, 192 N Market St, Logan; 740-385-0344; bowenhouse.org; FREE FRIDAY through SUNDAY- Nelsonville Music Festival - Friday begins at 4pm; Saturday and Sunday at 10am; Set in the beautiful rolling hills of Southeastern Ohio, the Nelsonville Music Festival is a three-day festival that celebrates music and local artistry of our region. We take pride in offering a warm, accepting environment where local artisans can sell and be recognized for their work, where local, regional and national musicians instill their awe-inspiring talents and festival goers can relax and enjoy the fruits of our regional flavor. For ticket info and detailed schedule for each day visit www.nelsonvillefest.org or call Stuart's Opera House at 740-753-1924; Robbins Crossing, Hocking College Campus, Nelsonville. FRIDAY - Hoof Hearted Brewery Keg Release Party - 10pm; Hoof Hearted Brewery from Columbus will be releasing their first keg ever at The Lodge in Hide-A-Way Hills, featuring live music and Hoof Hearted Beer, along with The Lodge Craft Beer. Join us for a great time! SATURDAY - Volunteer Beautification at Hocking Hill State Park - 9am; Do you love to garden? Hocking Hills State Park needs your help getting all spruced up for the season. Flowers need to be planted, perennials need tending and landscaping needs attention throughout the park. Even if you're not a gardener you can help out. Your contribution to the beautification of Hocking Hills State Park will be enjoyed by millions. Join this Hocking Hills State Park Volunteer Day by calling Barb Saving at 877-403-4477 or sending an email to executivedirector@friendsofhockinghills.org. You will meet at the Hocking Hills State Park Office at 9am and go from there. Wear appropriate footwear, bring gardening gloves, water and a sack lunch or enjoy lunch at the Hocking Hills Dining Lodge. Hocking Hills State Park office (campground office), State Route 664 S near Old Man's Cave. SATURDAY - Logan Farmer's Market - 9am to noon; Find fresh produce & food, plus other agricultural-related products, support area farmers. The market will be open every Wednesday from 9-1 and Saturdays 9 to noon; located in the parking lot next to M&M Family Diner, 34 W Main St, Logan; call 740-385-5306 for more info. SATURDAY - Hocking Hills Spring Poker Run - 9:30am; There is nothing like spring in the Hocking Hills. Enjoy the colors of summer coming to life during the Spring Poker Run! This year's route will be announced soon! The route starts at Lake Logan (with a pancake breakfast ) and the stops include Hocking Hills Motorcycle Ranch (pick up whatever you might need for the bike), Rock House, Jimbo's (would famous hamburgers & beer), Cedar Falls, Hocking Hills Hawk Center ( gas stop), Conkle's Hollow, Treehouse Treats & Treasures (ice cream), and The Millstone BBQ ( food, drinks, music ,& more). $2500 in cash and prizes to given away! Register by May 14th and get a Free Friends of the Hocking Hills Poker Run Bandana. FHHSP member single rider $20 / FHHSP member couple $25 / Non member single rider $25 /Non member couple $30. Register online at www.hockinghillspokerrun.com SATURDAY - Drive & Discover - 9am to 6pm; 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 more more! Enjoy artist demos and special discount at these unique shops. Start at a different shop each month: May begin at Ruby's Country Cupboard, 16734 St. Rt. 374, Laurelville, 740-385-9696. For more information and map visit www.hockinghillsshopin.com SATURDAY - Art Markets - A.L.P.A.C.A. - 10am to 1pm; The Athens Local Professional Artists and Craftsmen Association (A.L.P.A.C.A.) will kick off its 2012 season with a new series of outdoor Art Markets on Saturday, April 21. Association members will offer local art and crafts for sale at the Market on State, next to the Athens Farmers Market. Vendors will feature items such as glasswork, jewelry, ceramics, woodwork, fiber arts, handmade soap, crafts and children's clothing. Subsequent Art Markets will be held on the third Saturday of the month through September. Market on State, 1002 E. State St, Athens SATURDAY - Writing Workshop - 10am to 2pm; Have you ever wanted to write a novel but don't know where to begin? Sherry Hartzler, author of Three Moons over Sedona and Island Passage, will guide you through those first pages of your novel. Learn how to grab the reader's attention in that first paragraph. Create "hooks" that make your novel a real "page turner." Sherry will conduct a workshop, Great Beginnings, on Saturday, May 19th at 10:00a.m. to 2:00p.m. The cost of this workshop will be $10.00, and the workshop will be limited to 25 people so reserve your spot today. Contact Audrey Martin, 740-596-1913 to reserve your space. 63775 SR 56, Creola, Ohio 45622, just 3 miles east of Ash Cave at Scenic Way Gifts and Art Glass Studio. SATURDAY - Calling all Crafters - Art in the Alley - 11am to 1pm; Be part of the first event in the new arts and crafts space at the Bowen House. This Saturday the project will be Washboard Christmas Ornaments. This is a Community Project. The ornaments will be sold at the Washboard Music Festival and all the proceeds will benefit the festival. The Bowen House, 192 N Market St, Logan; 740-385-0344; www.bowenhouse.org; FREE SATURDAY - Scotch & Cigars - 4pm; 5 single malt scotches, 3 appetizers and cigars. The Lodge at Hide-A-Way Hills, 29042 Hide-A-Way Hills Rd, Sugar Grove. Call 740-569-7944 for reservations and pricing. SUNDAY - Senior Chorus Spring Concert - 2:30pm; The Senior Chorus will present a collection of songs including some from the Civil War era, some spirituals, a Cole Porter piece, a sing-a-long, and more. Refreshments to follow. Scenic Hills Senior Center, 187 S. Spring Street; 740-385-6581; FREE TUESDAY - Bike Night at the Millstone - 6pm; Enjoy live entertainment, great food and good friends - even some you haven't met yet! Enjoy the music of Trip Dog on the first Bike Night of 2012. The Millstone BBQ, 12790 Grey St, Logan; 740-385-5341 WEDNESDAY - Logan Farmer's Market - 9am to 1pm; Find fresh produce & food, plus other agricultural-related products, support area farmers. The market will be open every Wednesday from 9-1 and Saturdays 9 to noon; located in the parking lot next to M&M Family Diner, 34 W Main St, Logan; call 740-385-5306 for more info. WEDNESDAY - Jam Session at the Bowen House - 7pm to 8pm; Bring your instrument and have fun playing with other musicians! The Bowen House, 192 N Market St, Logan; 740-385-0344; www.bowenhouse.org; FREE THURSDAY, May 24th through May 28th - 42nd Annual Moonshine Festival - Opens 5pm Thursday, closed 6pm on Monday; This year marks New Straitsville's 42nd annual celebration of moonshine, but don't take the name too seriously! This is a great, small town family festival with all the trimmings: a Miss Moonshine pageant; music each day, fun contests like "pickle spitting", a bicycle give away, garden tractor pull, rides, great food & the featured entertainer - David Ball & the Pioneer Playboys. Don't miss this year's festivities - a real taste of small town USA! Main Street, New Straitsville; call 740-394-2239 for more info; FREE THURSDAY, May 24th - "Thomas Worthington" - 7pm; Tom Luce will present a program about Logan's founding father, Thomas Worthington at the Hocking County Historical Society & Museum Center, 64 N Culver St, Logan; for more info call 740-385-6026; FREE THURSDAY, May 24th - Owl Prowl - 9pm; The owls of Ohio are some of the most elusive and fascinating of our Hocking residents. Join the naturalist at the Rock House Shelter House for a closer look and listen to these nocturnal creatures. (Please, no pets at the Owl Prowl.) Hocking Hills State Park, Rock House, St Rt 374 near St Rt 180, Rockbridge; call 740-385-6841 for more info; FREE FRIDAY, May 25th - Ridgetops & Hollers - 2pm; Ever wonder about the difference between a ridgetop and a 'holler'? Join the naturalist at the Ash Cave parking area to find out. Hocking Hills State Park, Ash Cave is located on St Rt 56 near St Rt 374; call 740-385-6841 for more info; FREE FRIDAY, May 25th - Final Fridays - Celebrating the Student Artist - 5pm to 9pm; Graduating art students, MFA thesis shows, outstanding high school art and students of all ages will display their work with the many professional artists who show their work in the galleries of the Nelsonville Historic Square Arts District. Call 740-753-1011 for more info; FREE FRIDAY, May 25th - Starbrick Teaching Artists & Their Talented Students - 5pm to 9pm; The Cooperative Artists of Starbrick teach classes, mentor students and provide private instruction. Our outstanding students will show their work side-by-side with their mentors. This show opens on Final Friday and will run through June 26. Starbrick Gallery, 21 W. Columbus St, Nelsonville; call 740-753-1011 for more info; FREE SATURDAY - Logan Farmer's Market - 9am to noon; Find fresh produce & food, plus other agricultural-related products, support area farmers. The market will be open every Wednesday from 9-1 and Saturdays 9 to noon; located in the parking lot next to M&M Family Diner, 34 W Main St, Logan; call 740-385-5306 for more info. SATURDAY, May 26th & SUNDAY, May 27th - 2012 Duck Creek Log Jam Music Festival - 9am; 2 days of music and 2 nights of camping in the Hocking Hills, featuring Roots, Bluegrass, Country, Rock and what have you. It's a bit of a throwback, small by design, off the beaten path type of festival which could only be found down a winding road in Ohio's Hocking Hills. Where, much like the farmers of the region at harvest time, artists bring their skillfully crafted and time-tested songs to stage for consumption. A festival that is more about the stories and the people behind the sounds than it is about bright lights and large crowds. A place where the walk from your campsite to the main stage can, in more ways than one, take you from where you have been to where you've needed to be. There are no paved parking lots, no late night disco tents or $8 beers. We will have guitars, harmonicas, guys with beards.... and there will be banjos. This festival isn't for everyone, but it could be just the thing for you! $32.50 pre-sale/$40 at the gate. Duck Creek Camping and Outdoor Events Area, adjacent to Lake Logan State Park, Logan. For detailed schedule, tickets and directions visit http://www.duckcreeklogjam.com/ SATURDAY, May 26th - Summer Kickoff at Ruby's - 10am to 6pm; Free gifts & 20% off vendors in parking lot. Artist demonstrations. First day for new items in store. Food tastings. All visitors this weekend are entered into a drawing. Ruby's Country Cupboard, 16734 St Rt 374, Laurelville; call 740-385-9696 for more info; FREE SATURDAY, May 26th - Vinton County Shop Hop - 10am to 4pm; Follow the hills and dales of Vinton County to more than 20 quaint antique and gift shops, artisan studios, covered bridges and colorful quilt barns. Sponsored by Vinton County Convention & Visitors Bureau. For more information visit http://www.vintoncountytravel.com or call 1-800-596-4459; FREE SATURDAY, May 26th - Wonders of Old Man's Cave - 10am; Meet the Naturalist at the Naturalists' Cabin, behind Old Man's Cave Visitor Center, for a short hike to discover some facts about the history of the area and the rock formations that are found throughout the park. Hocking Hills State Park, Old Man's Cave, St Rt 664 S, Logan; 740-385-6841 for more info; FREE SATURDAY, May 26th - Country Music Summer Festival - Doors open at 10am, music begins at noon; All day live music event featuring Easton Corbin and Ohio's own, McGuffey Lane. There will be food, beer, arts, crafts a mechanical bull, games & door prizes. $25 pre-sale; $30 day of show. For tickets visit www.littlebigdude.com or call 888-71-TICKETS; Kaeppner's Woods, 34070 Sutton Rd, Logan. SATURDAY, May 26th & Sunday, May 27th - Train Rides with Historic Village Stop - noon & 2:30pm; 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 noon trip to Haydenville covers 14 miles roundtrip and the 2:30 trip to Logan is 22 miles roundtrip. Both trains stop for 30 minutes at a pioneer log village (Robbins Crossing) before returning to the depot. $12 Adult; $10 Senior (60+); $9 Child (3-12) Hocking Valley Scenic Railway, 33 Canal St, Nelsonville; visit http://www.hvsry.org/ for tickets; call 800-967-7834 (messages only) or 740-753-9531 (weekends only) SATURDAY, May 26th - Hocking's Birds of Prey - 1pm; Join the Hocking Hills State Park naturalist at the Naturalist Cabin near Old Man's Cave Visitor Center for a closer look at Ohio's winged predators: hawks, owls, eagles and vultures. Naturalist Cabin will remain open to explore and ask questions. Hocking Hills State Park, St Rt 664 S, Logan; 74-385-6841 for more info; FREE SUNDAY, May 27th - Flaming Torchlight Canoe Trip - start times vary; Night time on the Hocking River is magical, and nothing is more exciting than experiencing it by torchlight: flickering flames reflecting on rippling water, golden eyes blinking from surrounding trees, all bathed in a surreal, golden glow. For romantics, friends and families, the river by torchlight is an unforgettable delight. A roaring campfire greets your return, with refreshments and entertainment. $45 per canoe; Hocking Valley Canoe Livery, 31251 Chieftain Dr, Logan; call 740-385-8685 for reservations and start time. MONDAY, May 28th - Memorial Day Train - 1pm and 3pm; Celebrate the holiday with a patriotic ride on a historic train and a stop at a pioneer log village (Robbins Crossing). $16 Adult; $14 Senior (60+); $11 Child (3-12) Hocking Valley Scenic Railway, 33 Canal St, Nelsonville; visit http://www.hvsry.org/ for tickets; call 800-967-7834 (messages only) or 740-753-9531 (weekends only) ONGOING: NOW THROUGH May 26th - "My Hopes, My Dreams, My Future" Logan-Hocking High School Photography Show; Hocking County High School students under the tutelage of Eric Hoffman exhibit their skills in nature and wildlife photography. Hours are 3-6 p.m. Tuesday through Friday and 1 - 3 pm on Saturday. The Bowen House, 192 N Market St, Logan; 740-385-0344; bowenhouse.org NOW THROUGH May 20th - LOOKING FORWARD: Work by the Faculty of Columbus College of Art & Design - 10am to 4pm Tuesday through Saturday, 1pm to 4pm Sunday; Michael Goodson, Curator, has recently arrived at CCAD from New York City and has assembled an exhibition pairing diverse work by ten of the school's faculty, for example: A deconstruction of William Tecumseh Sherman's War is Hell speech, literally word for word, dispersed throughout contemporary Lancaster for people to find and keep, juxtaposed with an installation reflecting a personal history of a childhood in rural Ohio. Decorative Arts Center of Ohio, 145 E Main St., Lancaster; call 740-681-1423 for more info. FREE NOW THROUGH May 22nd - Hidden Worlds Revealed at Starbrick Gallery - Mon-Sat 10am to 5pm; Sun noon to 5pm; Photographer Jim Shirey's work with a macro-lens exposes a veiled and secreted world. His work invites the viewer through this veil by depicting natural objects as centers of power lying just beyond the physical limits of vision. Starbrick Gallery, 21 W Columbus St, Nelsonville; 740-753-1011; FREE NOW THROUGH MAY 22nd - "Sustained by Clay"; Special exhibit telling the story of the Little Cities of Black Diamonds region and the brick and clay product companies of the Hocking Valley. Exhibit includes photographs, informational panels, a slide show and products from the regional brick and tile plants. Coal town soup supper for a donation from 6 to 9 pm on April 27 during Final Friday. Exhibit is sponsored by Little Cities of Black Diamonds and will continue through May; Stuart's Opera House, 52 Public Square, Nelsonville; 740-753-1924 call for hours. Through 2012 - "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. Winter Hours: Fridays 1pm to 4pm & Saturdays 11am to 5pm; Hocking County Historical Society 64 N. Culver St.(740) 385-6026 www.hockingcountyhistoricalsociety.com DAILY - PEARL'S is open 6am to 3pm (Sun - Thur) 6am to 8pm (Fri & Sat) - Spring is upon us, so we at Pearl's are pleased to announce seasonal hours are back in effect. Come and enjoy the great food at Pearl's and have a fun time while you are relaxing at our restaurant. Remember we are open on Sundays!!! 1545 E. Front St, (740)385-3663 MONDAYS, WEDNESDAYS & FRIDAYS - Seafood Fiesta! - 5pm to 8pm; M&M Family Diner in historic downtown Logan introduces their new hours and Seafood Fiesta, including a Fisherman's Platter of Flounder, Fried Shrimp and Fried Scallops, 'Pick a Pair' Surf & Turf and more. The new hours are Monday, Wednesday & Friday 7am to 2pm AND 5pm to 8pm; Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday 7am to 3pm and Sunday 8am to 2pm. M&M Family Diner, 34 W Main St., Logan 740-380-9181 FRIDAYS - All-You-Can-Eat Fish Fry at The Olde Dutch - 4:30pm to 8pm; Deep fried Pollock, French Fries and Cole Slaw for just $7.99. The Olde Dutch Restaurant, 12791 St Rt 664 S, Logan; 740-385-1000 FRIDAYS - Prime Rib Night at the Millstone BBQ and The Brass Ring Restaurant. The Millstone BBQ is located near the Holiday Inn Express on Grey Street in Logan and The Brass Ring Restaurant is located at 14405 Country Club Lane (just off St Rt 328) in Logan. SUNDAYS - $5 Brunch at the Lodge, most entrees are $5 - 10:30 - 2:30; The Lodge at Hide-A-Way Hills; 29042 Hide-A-Way Hills Rd, Sugar Grove; 740-569-7944 for more info SUNDAYS - Breakfast Buffet with Omelet Station and Pancake Station - 10am to 1pm at the Millstone BBQ. The Millstone BBQ is located near the Holiday Inn Express on Grey Street in Logan; 740-385-5341 MONDAYS through THURSDAYS - Bush's Restaurant Deals of the Week; Buy one dinner at $7.99 or more and get the second one half price (of equal or lesser value); Bush's Restaurant, 428 E Front St, Logan; 385-7639 TUESDAYS - "Wing Night" at The Lodge at Hide-A-Way Hills - 5pm to 9pm; $.49 wings with choice of 6 sauces (dine in only) and Comfort Food Tuesday's; New Menu starts Feb 7th, It is going to even better than the last menu, stop in and try something new, Veal Parm perhaps or even a Shrimp Po Boy. The Lodge at Hide-A-Way Hills; 29042 Hide-A-Way Hills Rd, Sugar Grove; 740-569-7944 for more info MONDAYS - Acrylic Painting Workshop - Join Artist Suzanne Hiser in painting flowers this 2 hour workshop on Mondays from 10am-12pm. She will work with you on drawing, shaping and shading techniques that will bring out the beauty of our spring flowers. Fee: $25; All supplies are provided and suitable for all ages. Contact Audrey Martin, 740-596-1913 to reserve your spot in the workshop WEDNESDAYS - 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! 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 THURSDAYS & SATURDAYS - 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. Every Wednesday & Saturday - Logan Farmer's Market - Wed 9am to 1pm; Sat 9am to noon - Find fresh produce & food, plus other agricultural-related products, support area farmers. The market will be open every Wednesday from 9-1 and Saturdays 9 to noon; located in the parking lot next to M&M Family Diner, 34 W Main St, Logan; call 740-385-5306 for more info. 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/ 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 - 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 11:30am and 1pm. Special arrangements will be made for large groups. Museum hours are Monday through Friday 9:00am to 4:00pm and Saturday 11am to 2pm. Tours are $4 which includes souvenir magnet. Columbus Washboard Factory, 14 Gallagher Ave, Logan; 740-380-3828 Member News: The Hocking Hills Tourism Association Board of Trustees will meet Monday, May 21, 2012 at noon at the Welcome Center in Logan. All are welcome. Forward email This email was sent to teresa@frontierlogcabins.com by kraymore@1800hocking.com | Update Profile/Email Address | Instant removal with SafeUnsubscribe™ | Privacy Policy. Hocking Hills Tourism Association | 13178 St. Rt. 664 S | Logan | OH | 43138

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Motorcycles, Music & Moonshine May 14, 2012 Win Camping Gear Enter our Facebook Sweepstakes and enter to win an Ozark Trail 8 person tent (14' X 8'), a Coleman Queen Double High Quickbed and a Coleman LED Lantern To enter, visit our Facebook Giveaways page, click "Enter Sweepstakes Now," and provide your contact info. Invite your friends and family to enter the sweepstakes as well - if they end up winning, you'll also be a winner! Enter now through May 24th. Winner will be announced on May 25th. MOONSHINE Considered the Moonshine Capital of the World during Prohibition, the New Straitsville 42nd Annual Moonshine Festival will take place May 24th through May 28th. Five days of music, games, pageants, food and family fun. This year's headliner is David Ball and the Pioneer Playboys. Back in the day New Straitsville "shine" was considered the best Moonshine in the world. Music Continues in June JUNE 14 - 16 Welcome to Ohio's Most Unique Music Festival. The Washboard Music Festival is a fantastic variety of FREE music entertainment including Dixieland, Blues, Swing, Hot Jazz, Jugband, Bluegrass, Funky Creole, Old-Time Country, Ragtime and even Rock 'n' Roll. It all begins on Thursday evening with Ohio's music legend, Arnett Howard, and his Band playing his special brand of Jazz, Creole, Blues and more. Arnett and his group are returning by popular demand to kickoff the festivities for the third year. This will be his only appearance at the Festival and you won't want to miss it. In addition to our toe-tappin' music the Festival presents arts and crafts from many of our area's Appalachian artisans; a beautiful quilt show featuring quilts from Brown County, Ohio; an exhibit from the Civil War era; great food; FREE tours of the Columbus Washboard Company; antique tractors and hit 'n miss engines; Saturday Night's parade and much, much more. There will also be a car show at this year's festival. Bring your classic, and show her off! Unique trophies to be won. For a complete schedule of events visit www.washboardmusicfestival.com MOTORCYCLES There is nothing like spring in the Hocking Hills. Enjoy the colors of summer coming to life during the Spring Poker Run May 19th! This year's route takes you on the best roads Hocking Hills has to offer. $2500 in cash and prizes to given away! The day begins with a pancake breakfast at Lake Logan Beach and ends at the Millstone BBQ for food, drinks, music and more. Register online at http://www.hockinghillspokerrun.com. MUSIC Stuart's Opera House presents the 8th annual Nelsonville Music Festival May 18th - 20th! Featuring Iron & Wine, Andrew Bird, M.Ward, Roky Erickson, Lee 'Scratch' Perry, Todd Snider, Dawes, Charles Bradley & His Extraordinaires, Jorma Kaukonen, Kurt Vile & The Violators, Hayes Carll, Those Darlins, and more! Plus, there is still more to be announced! Three days of live music, camping, kids activities, art vendors, beer garden, and more all at Robbins Crossing on the campus of Hocking College in Nelsonville, Ohio. Detailed schedule and ticket info available at http://www.nelsonvillefest.org 2 full days of music, 2 night of camping in the Hocking Hills May 26th & 27th. The Duck Creek Log Jam isn't for everyone. It's a bit of a throwback, small-by-design, off the beaten path type of music festival which could only be found down a winding road in Ohio's Hocking Hills. Where, much like the farmers of the region at harvest time, artists bring their skillfully crafted and time tested songs to stage for consumption. A festival that is more about the stories and the people behind the sounds than it is about bright lights and large crowds. A place where the walk from your campsite to the main stage can in more than one way take you from where you have been to where you've needed to be. There are no paved parking lots, no late night disco tents or $8 beers. We will have guitars, harmonicas, guys with beards, and there will be banjos. No... The Duck Creek Log Jam isn't for everyone, but it could be just the thing for you. For detailed schedule and tickets visit http://www.duckcreeklogjam.com/ 2012 Country Music Summer Festival, May 26th, featuring Country Music Superstar, EASTON CORBIN. This unforgettable outdoor concert / festival event begins the day at 10AM when the doors open! Bring your blankets or lawn chairs to get a first come, first reserved seating! The live performances from the best talent in the land takes the stage at noon with non-stop country music! Then as the evening rolls in, enjoy the Legendary Entertainment of Ohio's own,McGUFFEY LANE!!! And as you thought it couldn't get any better, EASTON CORBIN takes the stage in this spectacular country performance of the year! This event is family friendly with children 12 years and under FREE! Enjoy the day listening to the best live country music around while you try a large variety of home cooked foods by specialized food vendors, woodworkers, arts and crafts, games, mechanical bull riding, bungee ride, jumper and door prizes! ATTENTION COWBOYS & COWGIRLS! Don't forget to sign up for the Mechanical Bull Riding Contest at this event and win some CASH $$$!!! The Country Music Summer Festival will be at Kaeppner's Woods in Logan. For details and tickets visit http://www.littlebigdude.com/2.html. Come to Ohio's Hocking Hills. Disconnect from your wired world and reconnect with the real world. Close to home. A million miles from ho-hum.

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WEEKEND UPDATE May 10, 2012 SATURDAY MEET ME ON MAIN STREET TOURS AT 1PM AND 3PM WORTHINGTON PARK, LOGAN THURSDAY through SUNDAY - "Taming of the Shrew" - May 10-12 at 8pm; May 13 at 2pm; Athenian Berean Community Players present The Taming of the Shrew, William Shakespeare's classic battle of the sexes. Directed by Celeste Parsons. $7 - $30; Stuart's Opera House, 52 Public Square, Nelsonville; 740-753-1924; http://stuartsoperahouse.org FRIDAY - Little Cities Cemetery Tour - 9am to 5pm; Beth Santore of the National Association for Gravestone Studies, an expert in gravestone symbolism and art, will co-lead a tour to the fascinating pioneer, immigrant, and African-American cemeteries in our areas. Stops will include Nelsonville's Fort St. Cemetery, built on Native American burial grounds, Haydenville's Wolfe Cemetery with its ceramic grave markers, and Payne's Cemetery with its Underground Railroad connection. $68 / $60 for students and Little Cities of Black Diamonds members; Lunch, snacks and transportation are provided. Meet at Tecumseh Commons, 114 W Main St, Shawnee; call 740-394-3011 for reservations (reservations are required) FRIDAY - Hocking Hills Tourism Association celebrates National Tourism Week - 11am; Ohio Tourism Director Amir Eylon will be christening the new waterwheel on the Hocking Hills Regional Welcome Center in Logan at 11 am. In addition to the christening, the celebration will include the unveiling of an exhibit in the Welcome Center dedicated to the Paul A. Johnson Pencil Sharpener Museum and the Association's newest marketing "vehicle". Hocking Hills Regional Welcome Center, 13178 St Rt 664 S, Logan; 740-385-2750; FREE FRIDAY through SUNDAY - 7th Annual International Migratory Bird Weekend. Visit www.birdhocking.com for more details: (all programs are FREE): Friday - Homeschoolers: Bird Biology - 2pm; Meet at the Barnebey-Hambleton Area of Clear Creek Metro Park. There will be activities to learn about the adaptations and lives of birds then take a 1 mile hike to lood for them in the forest. For more information call 740-969-9001; Clear Creek Metro Park is located on Clear Creek Road, just off US 33 near Rockbridge Friday - Owl Prowl at Rock House - 9pm; Meet the naturalist at the Rock House shelter to discover, look at and listen for these nocturnal avian hunters. For more information call 740-385-8003 ext. 213 Saturday - Warblers of the Gorge - 8am; Join the naturalist at the Naturalist Cabin behind Old Man's Cave Visitor Center for a 3 mile hike (6 miles round trip) to experience the return of the spring warblers and other avian species. This is a one way hike to Cedar Falls which is not for the easily winded individual and the naturalist will then leave you to explore on your own. Hikers may return through the gorge on their own or arrange pick-up by friends at Cedar Falls. (Transportation will not be provided back from Cedar Falls) For more information call 740-385-8003 ext. 213 Saturday - Spring Migration Bird Walk at Lake Hope State Park - 9am; Join naturalist on a premier hike through the Lake Hope region. Discover bird form the ridgetops to the lakeshore. For more information call 740-596-3030. Saturday - Birding by Ear - 9am; Meet the naturalist at the Fern Parking Lot for a rugged 1.7 mile hike. Learn some bird songs and listen for them in the forest and meadow. Clear Creek Metro Park, just off US 33 near Rockbridge; call 740-969-9001 for more info. Sunday - Avian Amble at Wahkeena Nature Preserve - 8am; Meet ther preserve staff and discover the unique diversity of Wahkeena. From the minute you get out of the car this birding hotspot will not disappoint. Pond, wetland, edgy and mature forest habitat await exploration for our seasonal and resident feathered friends! Admission is free, donations are welcome. For more information call 800-297-1883 Sunday - Bird Hike at Rutherford Wetland in Wayne National Forest - 8am; Join the district wildlife biologist in viewing birds at Rutherford Wetland. The hike will traverse the accessible Ora E. Anderson Nature Trail. Rutherford Wetland is a 20 acre wetland that supports a diversity of bird species. Bring binoculars and appropriate footwear. The wetland is located on St Rt 278 about 1.5 miles north of Carbon Hill. For more information call 740-753-0550. Sunday - Talons, Beaks and Feathers - 2pm; A family birding event at Camp Oty'Okwa. Located in the heart of the Hocking Hills, Camp Oty'Okwa is a perfect place to spend a Sunday afternoon. Meet Cathy and Paul Knoop at the camp activity barn for hands-on learning while discovering the amazing world of birds. Then enjoy a walk to see and listen to birds, while exploring the camp ecosystem. Wear shoes for trail walking and bring binoculars if available. Camp Oty'Okwa is located at 24799 Purcell Rd, South Bloomingville; call 740-385-6638 for more information. FRIDAY - Spring "EGGstravaganza" - 10pm to 11pm; The WFC Warriors are inviting you to the 5th Annual Egg Hunt at the Hocking County Fairgrounds to benefit Hocking County Relay for Life; $10 participation fee; registration begins at 9pm; bring your own flashlight. Many great prizes! Adults only (16 years and up). For more info call Wendy Cook at 740-385-3764. SATURDAY - Migration Birdwalk - 9am to noon; Search different habitats for spring migrants. Last year we saw 50 species of birds! Some binoculars provided. Meet at Hope Furnace. Sponsored by Lake Hope State Park; Hope Furnace is located on St Rt 278 just south of Lake Hope State Park entrance. For more information call 740-596-3030 SATURDAY - Logan Farmer's Market - 9am to 1pm; Find fresh produce & food, plus other agricultural-related products, support area farmers. The market will be open every Wednesday from 9-1 and Saturdays 9 to noon; located in the parking lot next to M&M Family Diner, 34 W Main St, Logan; call 740-385-5306 for more info. SATURDAY - The Hocking County Historical Society's annual Flea Market and Flower Sale - 9am to 3pm; This fun, springtime event as a fundraiser for their wonderful museum. It's held rain or shine, featuring flea market treasures, as well as flowers and plants. Local folks wanting to make donations for the sale may drop off their goods at the museum on Sat., May 5, from 1-4. The Museum is located at 64 N Culver St in Logan. SATURDAY- Logan in Bloom Annual Auction - noon; Prior to Meet Me on Main Street the tours the town's beautification team, Logan In Bloom, will hold their annual auction. Come early and cast your vote for the best student created Logan in Bloom banners at 11:30am. Logan In Bloom activities will be held at Worthington Park, the corner of Main and Market Streets; FREE SATURDAY - Meet Me on Main Street - 1pm & 3pm; Costumed interpreters will transport you back in time to the 1920's as they tell the stories of the people, businesses and buildings along Logan's Main Street. Guided walking tours depart from Worthington Park at 1pm and 3pm. Tours are free, donations will be accepted and support Logan Town Center's commitment to historic Logan revitalization. A slide show on the history of Logan will be shown before the first tour and at the end of each tour. This informative and entertaining slide show is provided by Dr. Tom Price. The Hocking County Children's Chorus will be helping to set the mood with songs from the '20s, a bake sale and root beer floats. Tours will depart from Worthington Park, corner of Market & Main Streets; FREE SATURDAY - Sweet Second Saturday - 5pm to 8pm; On the second Saturday of each month, we dress up the dining room and have live music & great dinner specials. You can even bring a bottle of wine, if you like. Come join us for a great Saturday night out! Reservations appreciated, but not required. The Ridge Inn Restaurant, 16178 Pike St, Laurelville; call 740-332-0300 for reservations or more info. SUNDAY - Mother's Day & Mimosas - 2pm & 5pm; Mother's Day is fast approaching. When life gets busy, how do you get away and enjoy "you time"? Join us for mimosas for Mom! We are accepting seating reservations for a delectable 5-course dining experience with seating times at 2pm and 5pm. Cost is $39 per person, plus tax and gratuity. Please note: We sold out last year so we highly suggest you make a reservation soon! Treat Mom! For further information and reservations, please call Guest Services from 9 am-6 pm daily at 1-800-809-REST (7378). SUNDAY - Mother's Day Brunch - 11:30am; Chef Anthony's mouth-watering menu starts with our Pastry Basket, our Innmade Granola and Raspberry Yogurt. Delectable entrees include Grilled Salmon w/Lemon-Dill White Wine Butter Sauce, Inn's Egg Benedict-English Muffin, Ham, Poached Local Eggs, Crab Meat & Chive-Paprika Hollandaise or Tomato, Basil & Fresh Mozzarella Stuffed Chicken Breast w/Brown Butter. Two divine desserts are Mixed Berry Cobbler w/Vanilla Bean Ice Cream or Dark Chocolate Cheesecake w/Raspberry Coulis. $21 for adults; $12 for children under 10; Seating times begin at 11:30am and reservations are necessary. Inn & Spa at Cedar Falls, 21190 St Rt 374, Logan; call 800-653-2557 for reservations. SUNDAY - Mother's Day Buffet - 11:30 am to 8pm; Buffet Menu: Asian Tiger Prawn Shrimp Cocktail, Crab Cakes w/Remoulade, Seasonal Fruits & Assorted Cheeses, Waterloo Salad, Caesar Salad, Grilled Salmon in a Lemon Caper Sauce, Prime Rib with Au Jus and Horseradish Sauce, Truffle Macaroni & Cheese, Scalloped Potatoes and Assorted Desserts. Special Note: From 11:30 - 1:30 we will offer Eggs Benedict and Caramelized Bacon as well. $23 per person; children under 10 eat free! Reservations recommended but not required. The Grouse Nest Restaurant, 25780 Liberty Hill Rd. S, South Bloomingville; call 740-332-4501 for reservations SUNDAY - Mother's Day Buffet - 10:30am to 2:30pm; join us on May 13th to celebrate all the wonderful women in our lives. This special buffet will include Fried Chicken, Baked Sole, Green Bean Almondine, Breakfast Quiche, Sausage Gravy and Biscuits, House Made Bread & Butter, and House Made Pies & Desserts. Children's pricing available. Adults $14.95, Kids 10 and under $8.00 Kids Under 3. Make your reservation Today 740- 569-7944; Lodge at Hide Away Hills, 29042 Hide-A-Way Hills Rd, Sugar Grove; 740-569-7944 SUNDAY - Mother's Day Buffet - 11am to 3pm; The Brass Ring Restaurant; $16.95 adults; $7 kids 12 - 4; kids under 4 free; Reservations Required. The Brass Ring Restaurant, 14405 Country Club Lane, Logan; 740-380-9412 SUNDAY - Mother's Day Buffet - Lee's Banquet Haus - 11am to 3pm; $13.95 adults; $5.95 kids 3 to 10; kids under 3 free; Reservations call 740-385-7639; Lee's Banquet Haus, 580 Radio Lane, Logan. SUNDAY - Mother's Day Buffet - Olde Dutch Restaurant - 10:30am to 7pm; $14.99 adults; $4.99 kids 7-10; $3.99 kids 3-6; under 3 free; Olde Dutch Restaurant, 12791 State Route 664 S, Logan; 740-385-1000 WEDNESDAY - Logan Farmer's Market - 9am to 1pm; Find fresh produce & food, plus other agricultural-related products, support area farmers. The market will be open every Wednesday from 9-1 and Saturdays 9 to noon; located in the parking lot next to M&M Family Diner, 34 W Main St, Logan; call 740-385-5306 for more info. THURSDAY - Rip & Strip Class - 7pm to 8pm; Learn how to knit, crochet, hook or braid with recycled items. The Bowen House, 192 N Market St, Logan; 740-385-0344; bowenhouse.org; FREE FRIDAY through SUNDAY- Nelsonville Music Festival - Friday begins at 4pm; Saturday and Sunday at 10am; Set in the beautiful rolling hills of Southeastern Ohio, the Nelsonville Music Festival is a three-day festival that celebrates music and local artistry of our region. We take pride in offering a warm, accepting environment where local artisans can sell and be recognized for their work, where local, regional and national musicians instill their awe-inspiring talents and festival goers can relax and enjoy the fruits of our regional flavor. For ticket info and detailed schedule for each day visit www.nelsonvillefest.org or call Stuart's Opera House at 740-753-1924; Robbins Crossing, Hocking College Campus, Nelsonville. FRIDAY, May 18th - Hoof Hearted Brewery Keg Release Party - 10pm; Hoof Hearted Brewery from Columbus will be releasing their first keg ever at The Lodge in Hide-A-Way Hills, featuring live music and Hoof Hearted Beer, along with The Lodge Craft Beer. Join us for a great time! SATURDAY, May 19th - Logan Farmer's Market - 9am to noon; Find fresh produce & food, plus other agricultural-related products, support area farmers. The market will be open every Wednesday from 9-1 and Saturdays 9 to noon; located in the parking lot next to M&M Family Diner, 34 W Main St, Logan; call 740-385-5306 for more info. SATURDAY, May 19th - Hocking Hills Spring Poker Run - 9:30am; There is nothing like spring in the Hocking Hills. Enjoy the colors of summer coming to life during the Spring Poker Run! This year's route will be announced soon! The route starts at Lake Logan (with a pancake breakfast ) and the stops include Hocking Hills Motorcycle Ranch (pick up whatever you might need for the bike), Rock House, Jimbo's (would famous hamburgers & beer), Cedar Falls, Hocking Hills Hawk Center ( gas stop), Conkle's Hollow, Treehouse Treats & Treasures (ice cream), and The Millstone BBQ ( food, drinks, music ,& more). $2500 in cash and prizes to given away! Register by May 14th and get a Free Friends of the Hocking Hills Poker Run Bandana. FHHSP member single rider $20 / FHHSP member couple $25 / Non member single rider $25 /Non member couple $30. Register online at www.hockinghillspokerrun.com SATURDAY, May 19th - Drive & Discover - 9am to 6pm; 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 more more! Enjoy artist demos and special discount at these unique shops. Start at a different shop each month: May begin at Ruby's Country Cupboard, 16734 St. Rt. 374, Laurelville, 740-385-9696. For more information and map visit www.hockinghillsshopin.com SATURDAY, May 19th - Art Markets - A.L.P.A.C.A. - 10am to 1pm; The Athens Local Professional Artists and Craftsmen Association (A.L.P.A.C.A.) will kick off its 2012 season with a new series of outdoor Art Markets on Saturday, April 21. Association members will offer local art and crafts for sale at the Market on State, next to the Athens Farmers Market. Vendors will feature items such as glasswork, jewelry, ceramics, woodwork, fiber arts, handmade soap, crafts and children's clothing. Subsequent Art Markets will be held on the third Saturday of the month through September. Market on State, 1002 E. State St, Athens SATURDAY, May 19th - Writing Workshop - 10am to 2pm; Have you ever wanted to write a novel but don't know where to begin? Sherry Hartzler, author of Three Moons over Sedona and Island Passage, will guide you through those first pages of your novel. Learn how to grab the reader's attention in that first paragraph. Create "hooks" that make your novel a real "page turner." Sherry will conduct a workshop, Great Beginnings, on Saturday, May 19th at 10:00a.m. to 2:00p.m. The cost of this workshop will be $10.00, and the workshop will be limited to 25 people so reserve your spot today. Contact Audrey Martin, 740-596-1913 to reserve your space. 63775 SR 56, Creola, Ohio 45622, just 3 miles east of Ash Cave at Scenic Way Gifts and Art Glass Studio. SATURDAY, May 19th - Scotch & Cigars - 4pm; 5 single malt scotches, 3 appetizers and cigars. The Lodge at Hide-A-Way Hills, 29042 Hide-A-Way Hills Rd, Sugar Grove. Call 740-569-7944 for reservations and pricing. ONGOING: NOW THROUGH May 26th - "My Hopes, My Dreams, My Future" Logan-Hocking High School Photography Show; Hocking County High School students under the tutelage of Eric Hoffman exhibit their skills in nature and wildlife photography. Hours are 3-6 p.m. Tuesday through Friday and 1 - 3 pm on Saturday. The Bowen House, 192 N Market St, Logan; 740-385-0344; bowenhouse.org NOW THROUGH May 20th - LOOKING FORWARD: Work by the Faculty of Columbus College of Art & Design - 10am to 4pm Tuesday through Saturday, 1pm to 4pm Sunday; Michael Goodson, Curator, has recently arrived at CCAD from New York City and has assembled an exhibition pairing diverse work by ten of the school's faculty, for example: A deconstruction of William Tecumseh Sherman's War is Hell speech, literally word for word, dispersed throughout contemporary Lancaster for people to find and keep, juxtaposed with an installation reflecting a personal history of a childhood in rural Ohio. Decorative Arts Center of Ohio, 145 E Main St., Lancaster; call 740-681-1423 for more info. FREE NOW THROUGH May 22nd - Hidden Worlds Revealed at Starbrick Gallery - Mon-Sat 10am to 5pm; Sun noon to 5pm; Photographer Jim Shirey's work with a macro-lens exposes a veiled and secreted world. His work invites the viewer through this veil by depicting natural objects as centers of power lying just beyond the physical limits of vision. Starbrick Gallery, 21 W Columbus St, Nelsonville; 740-753-1011; FREE NOW THROUGH MAY 22nd - "Sustained by Clay"; Special exhibit telling the story of the Little Cities of Black Diamonds region and the brick and clay product companies of the Hocking Valley. Exhibit includes photographs, informational panels, a slide show and products from the regional brick and tile plants. Coal town soup supper for a donation from 6 to 9 pm on April 27 during Final Friday. Exhibit is sponsored by Little Cities of Black Diamonds and will continue through May; Stuart's Opera House, 52 Public Square, Nelsonville; 740-753-1924 call for hours. Through 2012 - "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. Winter Hours: Fridays 1pm to 4pm & Saturdays 11am to 5pm; Hocking County Historical Society 64 N. Culver St.(740) 385-6026 www.hockingcountyhistoricalsociety.com DAILY - PEARL'S is open 6am to 3pm (Sun - Thur) 6am to 8pm (Fri & Sat) - Spring is upon us, so we at Pearl's are pleased to announce seasonal hours are back in effect. Come and enjoy the great food at Pearl's and have a fun time while you are relaxing at our restaurant. Remember we are open on Sundays!!! 1545 E. Front St, (740)385-3663 MONDAYS, WEDNESDAYS & FRIDAYS - Seafood Fiesta! - 5pm to 8pm; M&M Family Diner in historic downtown Logan introduces their new hours and Seafood Fiesta, including a Fisherman's Platter of Flounder, Fried Shrimp and Fried Scallops, 'Pick a Pair' Surf & Turf and more. The new hours are Monday, Wednesday & Friday 7am to 2pm AND 5pm to 8pm; Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday 7am to 3pm and Sunday 8am to 2pm. M&M Family Diner, 34 W Main St., Logan 740-380-9181 FRIDAYS - All-You-Can-Eat Fish Fry at The Olde Dutch - 4:30pm to 8pm; Deep fried Pollock, French Fries and Cole Slaw for just $7.99. The Olde Dutch Restaurant, 12791 St Rt 664 S, Logan; 740-385-1000 FRIDAYS - Prime Rib Night at the Millstone BBQ and The Brass Ring Restaurant. The Millstone BBQ is located near the Holiday Inn Express on Grey Street in Logan and The Brass Ring Restaurant is located at 14405 Country Club Lane (just off St Rt 328) in Logan. SUNDAYS - $5 Brunch at the Lodge, most entrees are $5 - 10:30 - 2:30; The Lodge at Hide-A-Way Hills; 29042 Hide-A-Way Hills Rd, Sugar Grove; 740-569-7944 for more info SUNDAYS - Breakfast Buffet with Omelet Station and Pancake Station - 10am to 1pm at the Millstone BBQ. The Millstone BBQ is located near the Holiday Inn Express on Grey Street in Logan; 740-385-5341 MONDAYS through THURSDAYS - Bush's Restaurant Deals of the Week; Buy one dinner at $7.99 or more and get the second one half price (of equal or lesser value); Bush's Restaurant, 428 E Front St, Logan; 385-7639 TUESDAYS - "Wing Night" at The Lodge at Hide-A-Way Hills - 5pm to 9pm; $.49 wings with choice of 6 sauces (dine in only) and Comfort Food Tuesday's; New Menu starts Feb 7th, It is going to even better than the last menu, stop in and try something new, Veal Parm perhaps or even a Shrimp Po Boy. The Lodge at Hide-A-Way Hills; 29042 Hide-A-Way Hills Rd, Sugar Grove; 740-569-7944 for more info MONDAYS - Acrylic Painting Workshop - Join Artist Suzanne Hiser in painting flowers this 2 hour workshop on Mondays from 10am-12pm. She will work with you on drawing, shaping and shading techniques that will bring out the beauty of our spring flowers. Fee: $25; All supplies are provided and suitable for all ages. Contact Audrey Martin, 740-596-1913 to reserve your spot in the workshop WEDNESDAYS - 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! 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 THURSDAYS & SATURDAYS - 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. Every Wednesday & Saturday - Logan Farmer's Market - Wed 9am to 1pm; Sat 9am to noon - Find fresh produce & food, plus other agricultural-related products, support area farmers. The market will be open every Wednesday from 9-1 and Saturdays 9 to noon; located in the parking lot next to M&M Family Diner, 34 W Main St, Logan; call 740-385-5306 for more info. 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/ 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 - 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 11:30am and 1pm. Special arrangements will be made for large groups. Museum hours are Monday through Friday 9:00am to 4:00pm and Saturday 11am to 2pm. Tours are $4 which includes souvenir magnet. Columbus Washboard Factory, 14 Gallagher Ave, Logan; 740-380-3828 Member News: The Hocking Hills Tourism Association Board of Trustees will meet Monday, May 21, 2012 at noon at the Welcome Center in Logan. All are welcome. Forward email This email was sent to info@blueribbonlodging.com by kraymore@1800hocking.com | Update Profile/Email Address | Instant removal with SafeUnsubscribe™ | Privacy Policy. Hocking Hills Tourism Association | 13178 St. Rt. 664 S | Logan | OH | 43138

hocking hills weekend May 3, 2012

WEEKEND UPDATE May 3, 2012 THURSDAY THROUGH SUNDAY - Vinton County Wild Turkey Festival - 11am to 11pm; Enjoy live music, rides and delicious food in a small-town setting. Downtown McArthur; call 800-596-4459 for more info; FREE FRIDAY - Cedar Falls Stroll - 1pm; Join the naturalist to explore Cedar Falls and discover the unique natural and cultural history of this area of the park. Meet in the Cedar Falls parking area; Hocking Hills State Park, Cedar Falls, St Rt 374; call 740-385-6841 for more info; FREE SATURDAY - Logan Rotary Pancake Breakfast - 7am to 1pm at the American Legion (Behind Baymont Inn & Suites) State Route 664 S, Logan SATURDAY & SUNDAY - Free Fishing Weekend; Ohioans are encouraged to take advantage of "Free Fishing Days" on May 5-6 and experience the great fishing Ohio has to offer. For these two days only, Ohio anglers may fish in any of the state's public waters without having to buy a fishing license. SATURDAY - Youth Fishing Tournament - 9am to 11am; Meet at the parking lot below the Lake Hope Dam for this tournament for kids from 1 - 16 years old. Adults must be present with each child. Trophy presentation and cookout afterward. We provide the poles and bait or bring your own. Call 740-596-3030 for more info; FREE SATURDAY - Logan Farmer's Market - 9am to 1pm; Find fresh produce & food, plus other agricultural-related products, support area farmers. The market will be open every Wednesday from 9-1 and Saturdays 9 to noon; located in the parking lot next to M&M Family Diner, 34 W Main St, Logan; call 740-385-5306 for more info. SATURDAY - Wild Weekend Discovery Series - 9:15am to noon; Come prepared to have fun and get dirty with this special program in support of the Great American Cleanup being held at the Wayne National Forest Headquarters located off US Hwy 33 between The Plains and Nelsonville. Conservation Education Specialist Sarah Forrest will feature an anti-littering program and a craft for the children to take home. Weather permitting, the group plans to complete a beautification project. This program is safe for all ages, but preschool through 5th grade is recommended. Call today to pre-register! Wayne National Forest Headquarters, US Rt 33, Nelsonville; 740-753-0101; FREE SATURDAY & SUNDAY - Spirits of the Hills Open House - 10am to 6pm; Annual spring open house of our Fine Arts & Crafts Gallery, featuring many new artists and works of art for sale, as well as refreshments. Spirits of the Hills Fine Arts Gallery, 23500 St Rt 180, Rockbridge (6.6 miles from US 33); 740-385-8245 SATURDAY - Cinco De Mayo Celebration - 5pm; Cinco De Mayo Celebration starts at 5pm with drink specials and food specials. Celebration goes until closing time. OPEN MIC NIGHT Starts at 9pm, we will have the equipment all you need is your talent. Do you sing or play an instrument? Then you need to join us for our Cinco De Mayo Open Mic Night. Lodge at Hide Away Hills, 29042 Hide-A-Way Hills Rd, Sugar Grove; 740-569-7944 TUESDAY - Photography Group at the Bowen House - 7pm to 8pm; Hocking photography enthusiasts welcome visitors to join them for inspiration, encouragement & some shop talk! The Bowen House, 192 N Market St, Logan; 740-385-0344; FREE WEDNESDAY - Logan Farmer's Market - 9am to 1pm; Find fresh produce & food, plus other agricultural-related products, support area farmers. The market will be open every Wednesday from 9-1 and Saturdays 9 to noon; located in the parking lot next to M&M Family Diner, 34 W Main St, Logan; call 740-385-5306 for more info. Thursday, May 10th to Sunday, May 13th - "Taming of the Shrew" - May 10-12 at 8pm; May 13 at 2pm; Athenian Berean Community Players present The Taming of the Shrew, William Shakespeare's classic battle of the sexes. Directed by Celeste Parsons. $7 - $30; Stuart's Opera House, 52 Public Square, Nelsonville; 740-753-1924; http://stuartsoperahouse.org Friday, May 11th - Hocking Hills Tourism Association celebrates National Tourism Week - 11am; Ohio Tourism Director Amir Eylon will be christening the new waterwheel on the Hocking Hills Regional Welcome Center in Logan at 11 am. In addition to the christening, the celebration will include the unveiling of an exhibit in the Welcome Center dedicated to the Paul A. Johnson Pencil Sharpener Museum and the Association's newest marketing "vehicle". Hocking Hills Regional Welcome Center, 13178 St Rt 664 S, Logan; 740-385-2750; FREE Friday, May 11th - Sunday, May 13th - 7th Annual International Migratory Bird Weekend. Visit www.birdhocking.com for more details: (all programs are FREE) Friday - Homeschoolers: Bird Biology - 2pm; Meet at the Barnebey-Hambleton Area of Clear Creek Metro Park. There will be activities to learn about the adaptations and lives of birds then take a 1 mile hike to lood for them in the forest. For more information call 740-969-9001; Clear Creek Metro Park is located on Clear Creek Road, just off US 33 near Rockbridge Friday - Owl Prowl at Rock House - 9pm; Meet the naturalist at the Rock House shelter to discover, look at and listen for these nocturnal avian hunters. For more information call 740-385-8003 ext. 213 Saturday - Warblers of the Gorge - 8am; Join the naturalist at the Naturalist Cabin behind Old Man's Cave Visitor Center for a 3 mile hike (6 miles round trip) to experience the return of the spring warblers and other avian species. This is a one way hike to Cedar Falls which is not for the easily winded individual and the naturalist will then leave you to explore on your own. Hikers may return through the gorge on their own or arrange pick-up by friends at Cedar Falls. (Transportation will not be provided back from Cedar Falls) For more information call 740-385-8003 ext. 213 Saturday - Spring Migration Bird Walk at Lake Hope State Park - 9am; Join naturalist on a premier hike through the Lake Hope region. Discover bird form the ridgetops to the lakeshore. For more information call 740-596-3030. Saturday - Birding by Ear - 9am; Meet the naturalist at the Fern Parking Lot for a rugged 1.7 mile hike. Learn some bird songs and listen for them in the forest and meadow. Clear Creek Metro Park, just off US 33 near Rockbridge; call 740-969-9001 for more info. Sunday - Avian Amble at Wahkeena Nature Preserve - 8am; Meet ther preserve staff and discover the unique diversity of Wahkeena. From the minute you get out of the car this birding hotspot will not disappoint. Pond, wetland, edgy and mature forest habitat await exploration for our seasonal and resident feathered friends! Admission is free, donations are welcome. For more information call 800-297-1883 Sunday - Bird Hike at Rutherford Wetland in Wayne National Forest - 8am; Join the district wildlife biologist in viewing birds at Rutherford Wetland. The hike will traverse the accessible Ora E. Anderson Nature Trail. Rutherford Wetland is a 20 acre wetland that supports a diversity of bird species. Bring binoculars and appropriate footwear. The wetland is located on St Rt 278 about 1.5 miles north of Carbon Hill. For more information call 740-753-0550. Sunday - Talons, Beaks and Feathers - 2pm; A family birding event at Camp Oty'Okwa. Located in the heart of the Hocking Hills, Camp Oty'Okwa is a perfect place to spend a Sunday afternoon. Meet Cathy and Paul Knoop at the camp activity barn for hands-on learning while discovering the amazing world of birds. Then enjoy a walk to see and listen to birds, while exploring the camp ecosystem. Wear shoes for trail walking and bring binoculars if available. Camp Oty'Okwa is located at 24799 Purcell Rd, South Bloomingville; call 740-385-6638 for more information. Friday, May 11th - Little Cities Cemetery Tour - 9am to 5pm; Beth Santore of the National Association for Gravestone Studies, an expert in gravestone symbolism and art, will co-lead a tour to the fascinating pioneer, immigrant, and African-American cemeteries in our areas. Stops will include Nelsonville's Fort St. Cemetery, built on Native American burial grounds, Haydenville's Wolfe Cemetery with its ceramic grave markers, and Payne's Cemetery with its Underground Railroad connection. $68 / $60 for students and Little Cities of Black Diamonds members; Lunch, snacks and transportation are provided. Meet at Tecumseh Commons, 114 W Main St, Shawnee; call 740-394-3011 for reservations (reservations are required) Saturday, May 12th - Migration Birdwalk - 9am to noon; Search different habitats for spring migrants. Last year we saw 50 species of birds! Some binoculars provided. Meet at Hope Furnace. Sponsored by Lake Hope State Park; Hope Furnace is located on St Rt 278 just south of Lake Hope State Park entrance. For more information call 740-596-3030 Saturday, May 12th - Logan Farmer's Market - 9am to 1pm; Find fresh produce & food, plus other agricultural-related products, support area farmers. The market will be open every Wednesday from 9-1 and Saturdays 9 to noon; located in the parking lot next to M&M Family Diner, 34 W Main St, Logan; call 740-385-5306 for more info. Saturday, May 12th - The Hocking County Historical Society's annual Flea Market and Flower Sale - 9am to 3pm; This fun, springtime event as a fundraiser for their wonderful museum. It's held rain or shine, featuring flea market treasures, as well as flowers and plants. Local folks wanting to make donations for the sale may drop off their goods at the museum on Sat., May 5, from 1-4. The Museum is located at 64 N Culver St in Logan. Saturday, May 12th - Logan in Bloom Annual Auction - noon; Prior to Meet Me on Main Street the tours the town's beautification team, Logan In Bloom, will hold their annual auction. Come early and cast your vote for the best student created Logan in Bloom banners at 11:30am. Logan In Bloom activities will be held at Worthington Park, the corner of Main and Market Streets; FREE Saturday, May 12th - Meet Me on Main Street - 1pm & 3pm; Costumed interpreters will transport you back in time to the 1920's as they tell the stories of the people, businesses and buildings along Logan's Main Street. Guided walking tours depart from Worthington Park at 1pm and 3pm. Tours are free, donations will be accepted and support Logan Town Center's commitment to historic Logan revitalization. A slide show on the history of Logan will be shown before the first tour and at the end of each tour. This informative and entertaining slide show is provided by Dr. Tom Price. The Hocking County Children's Chorus will be helping to set the mood with songs from the '20s, a bake sale and root beer floats. Tours will depart from Worthington Park, corner of Market & Main Streets; FREE Saturday, May 12th - Sweet Second Saturday - 5pm to 8pm; On the second Saturday of each month, we dress up the dining room and have live music & great dinner specials. You can even bring a bottle of wine, if you like. Come join us for a great Saturday night out! Reservations appreciated, but not required. The Ridge Inn Restaurant, 16178 Pike St, Laurelville; call 740-332-0300 for reservations or more info. Sunday, May 13th - Mother's Day & Mimosas - 2pm & 5pm; Mother's Day is fast approaching. When life gets busy, how do you get away and enjoy "you time"? Join us for mimosas for Mom! We are accepting seating reservations for a delectable 5-course dining experience with seating times at 2pm and 5pm. Cost is $39 per person, plus tax and gratuity. Please note: We sold out last year so we highly suggest you make a reservation soon! Treat Mom! For further information and reservations, please call Guest Services from 9 am-6 pm daily at 1-800-809-REST (7378). Sunday, May 13th - Mother's Day Brunch - 11:30am; Chef Anthony's mouth-watering menu starts with our Pastry Basket, our Innmade Granola and Raspberry Yogurt. Delectable entrees include Grilled Salmon w/Lemon-Dill White Wine Butter Sauce, Inn's Egg Benedict-English Muffin, Ham, Poached Local Eggs, Crab Meat & Chive-Paprika Hollandaise or Tomato, Basil & Fresh Mozzarella Stuffed Chicken Breast w/Brown Butter. Two divine desserts are Mixed Berry Cobbler w/Vanilla Bean Ice Cream or Dark Chocolate Cheesecake w/Raspberry Coulis. $21 for adults; $12 for children under 10; Seating times begin at 11:30am and reservations are necessary. Inn & Spa at Cedar Falls, 21190 St Rt 374, Logan; call 800-653-2557 for reservations. Sunday, May 13th - Mother's Day Buffet - 11:30 am to 8pm; Buffet Menu: Asian Tiger Prawn Shrimp Cocktail, Crab Cakes w/Remoulade, Seasonal Fruits & Assorted Cheeses, Waterloo Salad, Caesar Salad, Grilled Salmon in a Lemon Caper Sauce, Prime Rib with Au Jus and Horseradish Sauce, Truffle Macaroni & Cheese, Scalloped Potatoes and Assorted Desserts. Special Note: From 11:30 - 1:30 we will offer Eggs Benedict and Caramelized Bacon as well. $23 per person; children under 10 eat free! Reservations recommended but not required. The Grouse Nest Restaurant, 25780 Liberty Hill Rd. S, South Bloomingville; call 740-332-4501 for reservations Sunday, May 13th - Mother's Day Buffet - 10:30am to 2:30pm; join us on May 13th to celebrate all the wonderful women in our lives. We are planning a wonderful buffet. Adults $14.95, Kids 10 and under $8.00 Kids Under 3. Make your reservation Today 740-569-7944; Lodge at Hide Away Hills, 29042 Hide-A-Way Hills Rd, Sugar Grove; 740-569-7944 SATURDAY, May 19th - Writing Workshop -Have you ever wanted to write a novel but don't know where to begin? Sherry Hartzler, author of Three Moons over Sedona and Island Passage, will guide you through those first pages of your novel. Learn how to grab the reader's attention in that first paragraph. Create "hooks" that make your novel a real "page turner." Sherry will conduct a workshop, Great Beginnings, on Saturday, May 19th at 10:00a.m. to 2:00p.m. The cost of this workshop will be $10.00, and the workshop will be limited to 25 people so reserve your spot today. Contact Audrey Martin, 740-596-1913 to reserve your space. 63775 SR 56, Creola, Ohio 45622, just 3 miles east of Ash Cave at Scenic Way Gifts and Art Glass Studio. ONGOING: NOW THROUGH May 20th - LOOKING FORWARD: Work by the Faculty of Columbus College of Art & Design - 10am to 4pm Tuesday through Saturday, 1pm to 4pm Sunday; Michael Goodson, Curator, has recently arrived at CCAD from New York City and has assembled an exhibition pairing diverse work by ten of the school's faculty, for example: A deconstruction of William Tecumseh Sherman's War is Hell speech, literally word for word, dispersed throughout contemporary Lancaster for people to find and keep, juxtaposed with an installation reflecting a personal history of a childhood in rural Ohio. Decorative Arts Center of Ohio, 145 E Main St., Lancaster; call 740-681-1423 for more info. FREE NOW THROUGH May 22nd - Hidden Worlds Revealed at Starbrick Gallery - Mon-Sat 10am to 5pm; Sun noon to 5pm; Photographer Jim Shirey's work with a macro-lens exposes a veiled and secreted world. His work invites the viewer through this veil by depicting natural objects as centers of power lying just beyond the physical limits of vision. Starbrick Gallery, 21 W Columbus St, Nelsonville; 740-753-1011; FREE NOW THROUGH MAY 22nd - "Sustained by Clay"; Special exhibit telling the story of the Little Cities of Black Diamonds region and the brick and clay product companies of the Hocking Valley. Exhibit includes photographs, informational panels, a slide show and products from the regional brick and tile plants. Coal town soup supper for a donation from 6 to 9 pm on April 27 during Final Friday. Exhibit is sponsored by Little Cities of Black Diamonds and will continue through May; Stuart's Opera House, 52 Public Square, Nelsonville; 740-753-1924 call for hours. Through 2012 - "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. Winter Hours: Fridays 1pm to 4pm & Saturdays 11am to 5pm; Hocking County Historical Society 64 N. Culver St.(740) 385-6026 www.hockingcountyhistoricalsociety.com DAILY - PEARL'S is open 6am to 3pm (Sun - Thur) 6am to 8pm (Fri & Sat) - Spring is upon us, so we at Pearl's are pleased to announce seasonal hours are back in effect. Come and enjoy the great food at Pearl's and have a fun time while you are relaxing at our restaurant. Remember we are open on Sundays!!! 1545 E. Front St, (740)385-3663 MONDAYS, WEDNESDAYS & FRIDAYS - Seafood Fiesta! - 5pm to 8pm; M&M Family Diner in historic downtown Logan introduces their new hours and Seafood Fiesta, including a Fisherman's Platter of Flounder, Fried Shrimp and Fried Scallops, 'Pick a Pair' Surf & Turf and more. The new hours are Monday, Wednesday & Friday 7am to 2pm AND 5pm to 8pm; Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday 7am to 3pm and Sunday 8am to 2pm. M&M Family Diner, 34 W Main St., Logan 740-380-9181 FRIDAYS - All-You-Can-Eat Fish Fry at The Olde Dutch - 4:30pm to 8pm; Deep fried Pollock, French Fries and Cole Slaw for just $7.99. The Olde Dutch Restaurant, 12791 St Rt 664 S, Logan; 740-385-1000 FRIDAYS - Prime Rib Night at the Millstone BBQ and The Brass Ring Restaurant. The Millstone BBQ is located near the Holiday Inn Express on Grey Street in Logan and The Brass Ring Restaurant is located at 14405 Country Club Lane (just off St Rt 328) in Logan. SUNDAYS - $5 Brunch at the Lodge, most entrees are $5 - 10:30 - 2:30; The Lodge at Hide-A-Way Hills; 29042 Hide-A-Way Hills Rd, Sugar Grove; 740-569-7944 for more info SUNDAYS - Breakfast Buffet with Omelet Station and Pancake Station - 10am to 1pm at the Millstone BBQ. The Millstone BBQ is located near the Holiday Inn Express on Grey Street in Logan; 740-385-5341 MONDAYS through THURSDAYS - Bush's Restaurant Deals of the Week; Buy one dinner at $7.99 or more and get the second one half price (of equal or lesser value); Bush's Restaurant, 428 E Front St, Logan; 385-7639 TUESDAYS - "Wing Night" at The Lodge at Hide-A-Way Hills - 5pm to 9pm; $.49 wings with choice of 6 sauces (dine in only) and Comfort Food Tuesday's; New Menu starts Feb 7th, It is going to even better than the last menu, stop in and try something new, Veal Parm perhaps or even a Shrimp Po Boy. The Lodge at Hide-A-Way Hills; 29042 Hide-A-Way Hills Rd, Sugar Grove; 740-569-7944 for more info MONDAYS - Acrylic Painting Workshop - Join Artist Suzanne Hiser in painting flowers this 2 hour workshop on Mondays from 10am-12pm. She will work with you on drawing, shaping and shading techniques that will bring out the beauty of our spring flowers. Fee: $25; All supplies are provided and suitable for all ages. Contact Audrey Martin, 740-596-1913 to WEDNESDAYS - 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! 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 THURSDAYS & SATURDAYS - 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. 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/ 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 - 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 by appointment. Special arrangements will be made for large groups. Museum hours are Monday through Friday 9:00am to 3:00pm; $4 for tour which includes souvenir magnet. Columbus Washboard Factory, 14 Gallagher Ave, Logan; 740-380-3828