Hocking Hills Log Cabins June 21, 2012

WEEKEND UPDATE

June 21, 2012



TONIGHT - Rip 'n Strip Class at the Bowen House - 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; www.bowenhouse.org; FREE



FRIDAY - SUNDAY - Kayak, Hike & Bike Adventure: Women's Weekend - 10am; Join us for a three-day adventure in the Appalachian foothills! Bike on the Hock-Hocking Adena Bikepath, kayak the Hocking River, and hike beautiful trails. In the evenings, retreat to the peace of Touch the Earth Adventures' secluded shelter house or sleep in a Native-American style tipi. Lodging and meals included. $175 for 3 DAYS, $150 for Sat & Sun only; Touch the Earth Adventures Retreat, Coolville Ridge Rd, Athens; reservations required; call 740-591-9094 or visit http://www.hockinghills.com/earthtouch



FRIDAY - SUNDAY - A.B.A.T.E. of Ohio June Jam 2012 - noon on the 22nd till noon on the 24th; Live music, camping, vendors and motorcycle games. Special pricing for Saturday after 6 pm. $25 for weekend (includes camping); $5 discount for ABATE/MRF/AMA members; Pre-register before June 18th for $5 off Gate price; The Woods at Kaeppner Place, 34070 Sutton Rd, Logan; call 800-25BIKER or 614-319-3644 for more info or visit http://www.abate.com/JuneJam2012/JJFlyer2012.jpg

FRIDAY & SATURDAY - Live Music at the Millstone - 7pm; this Friday enjoy the music of Greg Norris and Saturday, Mothman will take the stage. The Millstone BBQ is located at 12790 Grey St, Logan; call 740-385-5341 for more info.



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. Hickory Wind will take the stage this week. (Bands subject to change without prior notice.) Worthington Park, Market & Main Streets in historic downtown Logan; call 740-603-0703 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 & SUNDAY - Hocking House Fine Craft Gallery Open House "A Garden Art Happening" - 10am to 5pm; If you like gardening or art you won't want to miss this! Come enjoy this two-day annual event that emphasizes art as an integral part of the garden. Clay artist Jean Magdich opens her private gardens as well as those surrounding her gallery. Tour the gardens and meet the artist, plus a select group of other area artists and craftsmen showing their wares. Participating artists include Susan Abramovitz, Nick Delmatto, Dan Schreiber, J.R. Jurgensmier, Judy Klaer-Kerns, Bill Miller, Audrey Martin, Jack & Heather Beauchamp. No pets please. Hocking House, 39580 Big Pine Rd, Logan (corner of State Route 664 South & Big Pine Rd); call 740-385-4166 or visit http://www.hockinghouse.com/newsandevents.html for more information; FREE



SATURDAY, June 23rd - Art in the Alley - 11am to 1pm; Each summer Saturday will find a different hands-on art event taking place. This Saturday Frankie Stewart will be the visiting artist. The regular schedule is 1st Saturdays: Open Studio - participants will be able to paint & mingle with local artists; 2nd Saturdays: Child-related projects will be offered; 3rd Saturdays: Projects will benefit a local charity; 4th Saturdays: Visiting artists will teach a new skill such as chip carving, basket weaving, quilt blocks, etc....Come join us! The Bowen House, 192 N Market St, Logan; 740-385-0344; www.bowenhouse.org; 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 - Wine & Cheese Gala and Fundraising Auction - 7pm; This festive evening is an annual fundraiser for the Hocking County Historical Society. It will include a live auction, 50/50 raffle, wine, cheese & appetizers. The evening includes a historical display of Lake Logan and the Isaak Walton League. What a great way to spend an evening by the lake with friends! Suggested evening wear is dressy casual. Proceeds will be used to update Hocking County Historical Society's newspaper archives. Limited seating, call for availability; support guidelines offered when making reservations; Isaak Walton Club, Blosser Rd, Logan; call 740-385-4926 for reservations.



SATURDAY, June 23rd - New Moon Glow Float - 7pm to 11pm; Paddle your canoe from sunset to darkness, lit only by the glimmering phosphorescent light of glow sticks reflecting on the water. End at the livery with a roaring bonfire and lively music meant for listening and dancing. BYOB. Reservations highly recommended. One glow stick provided. Meet at 7pm and be sure to bring your glowing bling. $40 per canoe for two people; Hocking Hills Canoe Livery, 12789 St Rt 664 S, Logan; call 740-385-0523 for reservations and info



TUESDAY, June 26th - 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 Station Break Psycho Blues Band. The Millstone BBQ, 12790 Grey St, Logan; 740-385-5341



WEDNESDAY, June 27th - 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, June 27th - Weekly 5-Star Hike - Cedar Falls - 10am; Each week we pick a new location to explore. Meet the naturalist at the Cedar Falls parking area. Hocking Hills State Park, Cedar Falls, State Route 374; call 740-385-6841 for more info; FREE



WEDNESDAY, June 27th - Summer Desserts Cooking Class with Chef Anthony - 11am to 2pm; All our desserts are easy to create and made from scratch. Come learn to make the most delectable ones with Chef Anthony. This is a hands-on class. Includes instruction, five recipes and lunch. Recipe examples include Citrus and Lavender Cheesecake and Raspberry Creme Brulee. $55 (includes lunch) Reservations required; Inn and Spa at Cedar Falls, 21190 State Route 374, Logan; call 800-653-2557 for reservations.



WEDNESDDAY, June 27th - Jam Session at the Bowen House - 7pm; Bring your instrument and have fun playing with other musicians. The Bowen House, 192 N Market St., Logan; 740-385-0344 or www.bowenhouse.org for more info.



THURSDAY, June 28th - 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, State Route 664 S; call 740-385-6841 for more info; FREE



THURSDAY, June 28th - Skin, Skulls & Tracks - 2pm; Join the Naturalist at the Campground Amphitheater to explore the signs our local wildlife leave behind. Hocking Hills State Park Campground, State Route 664 S; call 740-385-6841 for more info; FREE



THURSDAY, June 28th - "Show & Tell" - 7pm to 9pm; An opportunity to share an antique, picture or an item that has to do with Logan in the past. Also, you may possess something that someone at the meeting could tell you about! Hocking County Historical Society, 64 N Culver St, Logan; call 740-385-6026 or visit http://www.hockinghistory.com/ for more info.



FRIDAY, June 29th - Fur, Feathers, Feet & Fangs - 2pm; Join the naturalist at the Campground Amphitheater to discover the many special wildlife adaptations and discuss how to search for signs of the many species here at Hocking Hills. Hocking Hills State Park Campground, State Route 664 S; call 740-385-6841 for more info; FREE



FRIDAY, June 29th - The Wizards Yard Sale II at Starbrick Gallery - 5pm to 9pm; Master Woodworker and Wizards' Representative Paul A. Kerns offers magical tables, chairs, cabinets, lamps and powerful wands & wand boxes. Try out a wand with your favorite spell! This show will run through July 24. Starbrick Gallery, 21 W Columbus, Nelsonville; call 740-753-1011 for more info. FREE



FRIDAY, June 29th - FINAL FRIDAYS - Focus on History - 5pm to 9pm; Learn the fascinating history of the Historic Square in Nelsonville on a self-guided walking tour. Listen to our stories, see re-enactments and uncover our past. Learn about the significant buildings and their original purpose in this thriving, progressive coal-boom town. Nelsonville Historic Art Square; FREE



FRIDAY, June 29th - Free Summer Concert Series with The Stooges Brass Band - 7pm to 10pm; This year the free summer concert series moves to Final Fridays! So check out some great art around Nelsonville's Public Square and hear some free music, too. The Stooges Brass Band has been one of the elite brass bands in New Orleans, but only recently are receiving the accolades and well-deserved recognition of their importance to the music scene of New Orleans. Stuart's Opera House parking lot, 52 Public Square, Nelsonville; call 740-753-1924 for more info; FREE



FRIDAY & SATURDAY, June 29th & 30th - Live Music at the Millstone - 7pm; this Friday enjoy the music of That One Band and Saturday, Charlie Tatman & Pete Blevins will take the stage. The Millstone BBQ is located at 12790 Grey St, Logan; call 740-385-5341 for more info.



FRIDAY, June 29th - 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. Hocking Valley Bluegrass Boys will take the stage this week. (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 29th - Rose Lake Excursion - 7pm; Join the naturalist and the HOCKING HILLS CANOE LIVERY for a naturalist guided trip around Rose Lake. The trip will take approx. 1 hour and will cover many aspects of canoeing safely while we search the lake for wildlife. Space is limited so you must pre-register in person at the camp office prior to the event! We will meet at the dam at Rose Lake. Hocking Hills State Park Camp Office, State Route 664 S, call 740-385-6841 for more info; FREE



SATURDAY, June 30th - Paddle Extravaganza at Lake Logan State Park - 7:30am, 3pm, 5:30pm; Whether you're a morning person or a nightowl, we've got you covered. Join us for one, two, or all three of these summer kayak trips in the natural beauty of the Hocking Hills. Choose from a sunrise, afternoon or sunset paddle. $40 or $25 with your own kayak and equipment; Reservations required; Touch the Earth Adventures; call 740-591-9094 for info and reservations; kayaks will launch from just past beach at Lake Logan.



SATURDAY, June 30th - Creatures of Rose Lake - 9am; Join the Naturalist at the Rose Lake dam to explore around Rose Lake in search of who might use the lake as their home. Meet at campground shelter area. Hocking Hills State Park Campground, State Route 664 S; call 740-385-6841 for more info; FREE



SATURDAY, June 30th - 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, June 30th - Art in the Alley - 11am to 1pm; Each summer Saturday will find a different hands-on art event taking place. This Saturday will be Open Studio. The regular schedule is 1st Saturdays: Open Studio - participants will be able to paint & mingle with local artists; 2nd Saturdays: Child-related projects will be offered; 3rd Saturdays: Projects will benefit a local charity; 4th Saturdays: Visiting artists will teach a new skill such as chip carving, basket weaving, quilt blocks, etc....Come join us! The Bowen House, 192 N Market St, Logan; 740-385-0344; www.bowenhouse.org; FREE



SATURDAY & SUNDAY, June 30th & July 1st - 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 30th - Hocking's Wildlife at the Cabin - 2pm; As you pass by on your hike today stop by the Naturalist Cabin, located behind the Old Man's Cave Visitor Center, to explore and take a closer look at some of our native residents. Naturalist will be available to explain and answer questions. Hocking Hills State Park, Old Man's Cave, State Route 664 S; call 740-385-6841 for more info; FREE



SATURDAY, June 30th - Flaming Torchlight Canoe Trip - call for start time; 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 Rd, Logan; call 740-385-8685 for reservations (highly recommended)



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/



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



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 - 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; 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

Member News:

The Hocking Hills Tourism Association Board of Trustees will meet Monday, July 16, 2012 at noon at the Welcome Center in Logan. All are welcome.

Hocking hills weekend update june 7, 2012

WEEKEND UPDATE June 7, 2012 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 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 - Ridgetops & Hollers - 10am; 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, State Route 56 (just west of St Rt 374); call 740-385-6841 for more info. FREE 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. The Country Jubilee Band will take the stage this week. (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 - 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 - 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 - Hidden Hocking: Broken Rock Falls - 10am; Come and see something off the beaten path. Join us for a hike through Old Man's Cave to the little visited Broken Rock Falls and see what makes this place so special. Meet the Naturalist at the Naturalists' Cabin located behind the Old Man's Cave Visitor Center. Hocking Hills State Park, Old Man's Cave, 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, 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 - Hocking's Birds of Prey - 2pm; 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, Old Man's Cave, State Route 664 S; call 740-385-6841 for more info. 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. 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 Notorious Bettie. 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, June 13th - Weekly 5-Star Hike Series - Ash Cave - 10am; Each week we pick a new location to explore. Meet the naturalist at the Ash Cave parking area. Hocking Hills State Park, Ash Cave, State Route 56 (just west of St Rt 374); call 740-385-6841 for more info. FREE THURSDAY, June 14th - Scalawags & Renegades - 3pm; The Ohio Frontier was full of heroes and shady characters. Meet at the Shelter House at the Rock House to hike and explore our local history. Hocking Hills State Park, Rock House, State Route 374 near State Route 180; call 740-385-6841 for more info; FREE THURSDAY, June 14th through SATURDAY, June 16th - 12th Annual Washboard Music Festival - Ohio music legend Arnett Howard kicks off the Festival Thursday at 6pm; Celebrate the 12th anniversary of The Washboard Music Festival in downtown Logan, the heart of the beautiful Hocking Hills. Ohio's Most Unique Music Festival takes place on Father's Day weekend every year. It features events, a children's park with free rides and entertainment. Historic Downtown Logan; for a detailed schedule visit http://www.washboardmusicfestival.com/ THURSDAY - Historic Lantern Tour of Ash Cave - 9am; The mystery of Ash Cave is special as far back as the last Ice Age and beyond. Join the naturalist in the parking lot area to explore Ash Cave by lantern light and learn about this special history first hand. We supply the lights; you supply the imagination. (Please, no pets at the lantern tour) Hocking Hills State Park, Ash Cave, State Route 56 (just west of St Rt 374); call 740-385-6841 for more info. FREE FRIDAY, June 15th - Cantwell's Creations - 2pm; The forest and geology at Cantwell Cliffs are some of the most diverse in the park. Meet the naturalist at the parking area for a discovery hike through this unique location. Hocking Hills State Park, Cantwell Cliffs, State Route 374; call 740-385-6841 for more info; FREE FRIDAY & SATURDAY, June 15th & 16th - Live Music at the Millstone - 7pm; this Friday enjoy the music of Steve Zarate and Saturday Byrd Manring will take the stage. The Millstone BBQ is located at 12790 Grey St, Logan; call 740-385-5341 for more info. FRIDAY, June 15th - Chris Rowlands in Concert - 7:30pm to 9pm; Take Dan Fogelberg, John Denver, James Taylor and sprinkle a little Robin Williams on top and you have Chris Rowlands! From under the deep blue sea to deep inside the woods, from the smallest of bugs to the largest of dinosaurs, his music talks about the world around us. From silly songs that will have you laughing to heartfelt numbers that will make you smile, his music is guaranteed to please young and old alike. Camp Oty-Okwa, 2478 Purcell Rd, South Bloomingville (near Conkle's Hollow); call 740-385-6638 or 740-603-3911 for more info; FREE SATURDAY, June 16th - Annual Hocking River Clean Up - 8am; No, it's not another household chore - the River Clean Up is fun! Join your friends on the river to help preserve the Hocking's natural beauty at this 32nd annual event. Everything is provided, from canoes to trash bags, including a BBQ afterward. Sponsored by Hocking Valley Canoe Livery, 31251 Chieftain Dr, Logan; call 740-385-8685 for more info; FREE Hocking Valley Community Hospital Wellness 5k Walk/Run - Same-day registration opens at 8am; Fourth Annual 5K Walk/Run is a community event to encourage physical activity. All proceeds benefit community wellness programs. The event starts at the Hocking Co. Fairgrounds and will include 2nd St. and Main St. on its route. $15 pre-registration / $20 same-day registration. For more information, plus map and registration call 740-380-8298 SATURDAY, June 16th - 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; this month begin at Scenic Way Gifts, 63775 St Rt 56, Creola (just 3 miles east of Ash Cave) for more info call 740-596-1913 or visit http://www.hockinghillsshopin.com/ SATURDAY, June 16th - Hocking Hills Youth 3-D Archery Shoot - 9am to 1pm; Open to all youth! The competition includes 12 targets & 24 shots. Elementary, Middle School & High School divisions. Ribbons & certificates to the winners. Genesis Bow given away, along with door prizes and drawings. $10 non-members / $7.50 for Friends of Hocking Hills State Park members; Hocking Hills State Park Archery Range, 19852 State Route 664 S; call 877-403-4477 or visit http://www.friendsofhockinghills.org for more info. SATURDAY, June 16th - 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, June 16th - Conkle's Creep - 10am; Conkle's Hollow state nature preserve is one of the most unique locations in the Hocking Hills. Join the naturalist in the parking area for a short hike to find out why. Hocking Hills State Park, Conkle's Hollow, State Route 374 & Big Pine Road; call 740-385-6841 for more info; FREE SATURDAY & SUNDAY, June 16th & 17th - "Beyond the Garden Gates" Garden Tour - 11am to 5pm; Visitors will enjoy 10 splendid, unique Lancaster garden treasures - from intimate city courtyards to spacious country acres; an 1837 Italianate located on 13 acres and never before featured on tour to a hillside, multi-decked Colorado contemporary and the renowned "Tranquility Garden" of Fairfield Medical Center. Featured speakers will include Misty Newsome, nutritionist from Fairfield Medical Center's "Fit Together" community wellness program, on Saturday, June 16 teaching how to cook with herbs, and Judi Levicoff, known nationally as "The Butterfly Lady" on Sunday, June 17, speaking from and unveiling a newly established way station for migrating monarch butterflies. The tour will also feature a café serving lunch and desserts, artists, and master gardeners. "This is definitely shaping up to be one of our best garden tours yet," said event chairman Loran Peterson. "We're going to have something for everyone from serious gardeners, whether they're professionals or just enthusiasts, to those who simply enjoy yard work and maintaining a small flower bed or two." $12 in advance / $15 at the door; Call 740-654-9923 for more info or visit http://www.fairfieldheritage.org/ SATURDAY & SUNDAY, June 16th & 17th - 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 16th - Mokuks & Muzzleloaders - 2pm; Come and celebrate our nation's birth and enjoy an afternoon with our historical interpreters as they bring to life what living here was really like for the original Ohioans. You can even try your hand at a few early American games and crafts. Meet at the naturalist cabin located behind the Old Man's Cave Visitor Center. Hocking Hills State Park, Old Man's Cave, State Route 664 S; call 740-385-6841 for more info; FREE SATURDAY, June 16th - Fred Eaglesmith Traveling Steam Show - 8pm to 10:30pm; Stuart's welcomes back acclaimed singer, songwriter and bandleader Fred Eaglesmith. Fred is a genuine iconoclast, a true original and one of our favorites. It's the natural result of following the cue of his musical career and now 19 albums with the 2012 release of 6 Volts. The result is one of the most fascinating and musically rewarding careers in contemporary music. $15 - $25; Stuart's Opera House, 52 Public Square, Nelsonville; call 740-753-1924 or visit www.stuartsoperahouse.org for tickets. SUNDAY, June 17th - Father's Day BBQ - 11:30am; We can't leave the dads out, every other holiday is celebrated! Join us for a Backyard BBQ. Chef Anthony will cook good ole' BBQ for you and yours. We will serve up all the fixins including Slow Cooked Baby Back Ribs, Grilled Chicken w/Honey BBQ, Build-Your-Own Angus Burger, Pasta Salad, Chunky Potato Salad, Kettle Cooked Chips, Creamy Cole Slaw and Mixed Berry Cobbler. Seating times begin at 11:30am and reservations are necessary. $18 - adults; $12-children under 10; Inn & Spa at Cedar Falls, 21190 State Route 374, Logan; call 800-653-2557 for reservations. SUNDAY, June 17th - Father's Day at the Grouse Nest Restaurant - 4pm to 9pm; We will be running a Prime Rib & Shrimp Special for Dad. Children under 12 can eat off our Child's Menu for free! $27 for Prime Rib & Shrimp Special; Reservations recommended, but not required; Grouse Nest Restaurant, 25700 Liberty Hill Rd, South Bloomingville; call 740-332-4501 for reservations. 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 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.

Warrior Dash !!!! June 2012

JUNE 2nd & 3rd Kaeppner's Woods 34070 Sutton Rd Logan Don't miss the World's Largest Running Series. It's extreme! It's muddy! It's FUN and FREE to watch! Warriors begin their dash at 9 am on Saturday & Sunday. Every 30 minutes 550 Warriors will begin the grueling 3.5 mile course. Parking is at the Hocking County Fairgrounds. Join the fun as a spectator this year and you just may become a Warrior next year. Click here for Battleground Information Click here for Race Day Information