FRIDAY,
January 25th - Wonders of Old Man's Cave - 2pm; Meet the Hocking Hills
State Park Naturalist at the Naturalist's Cabin located behind the Old
Man's Cave Visitor Center for a short hike, and 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
FRIDAY, January 25th - Final
Fridays - FIRE & ICE - 5pm to 9pm; For the first Final Friday of
2013, the Hocking College Culinary Arts program will present Master Ice
Carver Paul Ahrens, from Precise Ice Creations. Ahrens and the Culinary
Arts students will carve blocks of ice located throughout the Square
weighing a total of 6,000 pounds - three tons of ice! The Hocking College
Epicurean Club will also serve warm cider, hot cocoa, cookies and
flambeed desserts! Other "Fire & Ice" themed activities,
fire barrels and fire performers will be located throughout the Square.
At 6pm, the Logan Superstars will twirl fire batons; and adult fire
performers will start at 7 & 8pm. And - bonus - there will be a
Diamond Band/Ring Giveaway! Historic Square Arts District in Nelsonville;
call 740-753-1011 for more info; FREE
SATURDAY, January 26th - Arrival of
Winter Photography Workshop - 9am to 5pm; Hands-on photography workshop
that provides practical and usable knowledge in nature photography.
Workshops are held in the Hocking Hills State Park areas. Slide program
and handout information. Lunch is provided. 4 hour workshops by
appointment. $129/person Old Bear's Den Center, 16961 Harble-Griffith Rd.
Call 740-380-2039 to register.
SATURDAY, January 26th - Winter
Raptor Watch - 10am; Join the Naturalist down at the Naturalist Cabin
located behind the Old Man's Cave Visitor Center to discover why hawks,
owls, eagles & vultures are more noticeable in the winter, and what
makes them so special. Hocking Hills State Park, Old Man's Cave, State
Route 664 S; call 740-385-6841 for more info; FREE
SATURDAY, January 26th - Winter Hike
at Clear Creek Metro Park - 10am; Choose to hike 1, 2, 3, 5 or 7 miles
through the forest and fields of Clear Creek Metro Park. Enjoy hot soup
and beverages at the Park Office after your hike. Earn a patch by
completing 7 Metro Parks winter hikes in 2013!
Many Clear Creek trails are quite
rugged, and the 7-mile hike is available only as a guided group hike.
Clear Creek Metro Park, 185 Clear Creek Road (County Road 116 - just off
US 33) Rockbridge; call 614-891-0700 or visit http://www.metroparks.net/
for more info; FREE
SATURDAY, January 26th - Cabin
Fever Cures - 2pm; Ever wonder what the settlers did to pass time in the
winter? Join the Hocking Hills State Park Naturalist at the Naturalist
Cabin (behind the Visitors Center at Old Man's Cave) to participate in
some historical games and activities to help you pass the winter months.
Hocking Hills State Park, Old Man's Cave, State Route 664 S; call
740-385-6841 for more info; FREE
SUNDAY, January 27th - "Expo
for Guidance" Psychic Fair - 10am to 5pm; Do you have questions
you'd like help answering for the coming year? Need some spiritual
guidance? Warm the winter blues away and attend our first ever "Expo
for Guidance in the New Year." Some of southeastern Ohio's most
gifted mediums, psychics and clairvoyants will be present. In addition to
readings, we will offer chair massages and ionic footbaths. Our keynote
speaker will be Dottie Asselin. Energy & Aura reader Dottie Asselin
has had the gift of Auric vision since childhood. Dottie has seen auras
for all of her 86 years and has noticed major changes taking place within
her clients' chakras and energy fields. Also, Dottie will be available
for private readings. The Inn is honored to have Dottie bring her gifts
to our event. The Inn & Spa at Cedar Falls, 21190 State Route 374;
call 800-653-2557 for more info; FREE
SUNDAY, January 27th - Tecumseh
Theater Fundraiser with acoustic rock singer Chris Logsdon - 5pm;
Tecumseh Commons is featuring acoustic rock singer Chris Logsdon
performing cover songs from the 60's, 70's and 80's. The show starts at
5PM with the doors opening at 4PM. Come hungry and thirsty because we'll
have lots of food and plenty of cold beer. Funds from this event will
support operations of the Tecumseh Commons located in the first floor of
the Tecumseh Theater and help us maintain momentum on raising funds to
restore the main theater on the second floor! You can learn more about
the event and the theater at www.tecumsehtheater.org
or purchase your tickets directly via Pay Pal (click here and it will
take you to the Chris Logsdon Concert @ Tecumseh Commons Ticket Sales
site) at $15 each . You don't have to have a PayPal Account, just click
on the "Don't have a Pay Pal Account?" button and enter your
credit card there. There a limited number of tickets, and if any remain,
the cost will be $20 at the door, so don't delay! If you'd rather buy
tickets or become a Tecumseh Theater Friend the old-fashioned way send
your check or money order to Tecumseh Theater Friends; c/o Sunday Creek
Associates; P. O. Box 109; Shawnee, Ohio 43782. For more information
about Chris Logsdon visit www.chrislogsdon.com. Tecumseh Commons is located in
downtown Shawnee; call the Theater at 740-394-2660 for more info.
Catch a movie this weekend! Movies
10 (on US 33, just south of Nelsonville) has the best deal going for
first run movies - $4 / all ages, all seats, all times (3D movies have
extra charge).
Showing Jan 25th - 31st:
Parker (R)
Movie 43 (R)
Hansel & Gretel: Witch Hunters
3D (R)
Silver Linings Playbook (R)
Broken City (R)
The Last Stand (R)
Mama (PG-13)
A Haunted House (R)
Gangster Squad (R)
Zero Dark Thirty (R)
Parental Guidance (PG)
Bring the kids to the Fun Barn for
arcade games, rides and snacks.
UPCOMING:
FRIDAY, February 1st - Girl's Night
In - 5pm to 8pm; 20 Exciting Vendor Booths - *Home Decor Products
*Candles *Jewelry *Fashion *Accessories *Gourmet Food Items *Body Wraps
*Handmade Soaps *Mary Kay Cosmetics and much more! *Drawings *Giveaways
*Snacks (from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm) $5.00 Entry Fee Includes 5 Raffle
Tickets for Drawings Raffle item drawings will begin at 7:45 pm. Need not
be present to win. Scenic Hills Senior Center, 187 Spring St, Logan.
Sponsored by Hocking Valley Community Hospital and Baymont Inn &
Suites.
FRIDAY, February 1st - Russell
Moore & IIIrd Tyme Out & The Hart Brothers - 8pm to 10:30pm;
Tickets on Sale Now! Enjoy a great night of bluegrass music with the
award-winning Russell Moore & IIIrd Tyme Out and Athens County's The
Hart Brothers! Russell Moore & IIIrd Tyme Out have been playing since
1991, quickly becoming one of the world's top bluegrass groups with 7
straight IBMA (International Bluegrass Music Association) Awards for
"Vocal Group of the Year" and 5 more to Russell for IBMA
"Male Vocalist of the Year." If you love bluegrass music, these
guys are the real deal. Athens County's The Hart Brothers are a bluegrass
institution since their formation in 1979 and continue to play 30-35
weekends a year! $20 - $30; Stuart's Opera House, 52 Public Square,
Nelsonville; tickets available at box office and on line at http://www.stuartsoperahouse.org/.
Call 740-753-1924 for more info.
SATURDAY, February 9th; THURSDAY,
February 14th & SATURDAY, February 16th - Valentine's Day Dinner -
5pm; Bring your sweetheart Inn for some extra loveInn! Chef Anthony pours
lots of love into creating this elegant affair. Begin with INN-Smoked
Salmon w/Chevre, Fine Herbs, Agave Glaze followed by your choice of
either Potato-Leek Soup w/Apple Wood-Smoked Bacon Creme Fraiche OR Mixed
Greens, Asparagus, Pine Nuts, Dried Cherries & Feta w/Champagne
Vinaigrette. Three entree options from which to choose: Broiled Diver
Scallops w/Green Peppercorn Buerre Blanc OR Braised Beef Short Ribs
w/Cabernet Reduction OR Lobster Ravioli w/Sherry Cream Sauce. Smack your
sweetie with kisses and end with Warm Dark Chocolate Pomegranate Cake
w/Vanilla Bean Creme Anglaise. $55/person. The Inn & Spa at Cedar
Falls, 21190 St Rt 374; call 800-653-2557 for reservations.
SATURDAY, January 26th - Frozen
Waterfalls Photography Workshop - 9am to 5pm; Hands-on photography
workshop that provides practical and usable knowledge in nature photography.
Workshops are held in the Hocking Hills State Park areas. Slide program
and handout information. Lunch is provided. 4 hour workshops by
appointment. $129/person Old Bear's Den Center, 16961 Harble-Griffith Rd.
Call 740-380-2039 to register.
SATURDAY, February 16th -
Sweetheart's Hike - 5pm to 7pm; Take your sweetheart on a romantic stroll
to Ash Cave in the soft light of dusk. Afterward, enjoy a cozy fire and
refreshments. Meet at the Ash Cave parking area. Hocking Hills State
Park, Ash Cave, State Route 56; call 740-385-6841 for more info; FREE
SATURDAY, February 16th -
Valentine's Chocolate Choo Choo - 5:30pm; Come join us for our 3rd Annual
Valentine's Chocolate Choo-Choo aboard the Hocking Valley Scenic Railway!
Invite your Valentine or treat yourself to a sweet ride filled with great
food, wine and beverages, entertainment and lots of sweets! This promises
to be a hit for many more Valentines to come! Tickets are $35.00
per person which includes Hors d'oeuvres, 2 pours of Wine (add'l pours
are $1.00), Sweets, Entertainment and the Train Ride! Tickets may also be
purchased the day of the event at the Depot beginning at 4:30 pm, but
seating is limited and advance ticket purchase is recommended. Tickets
will be limited to 300 riders. Our apologies, but no refunds will be
issued. Please join us for this unique Valentines event sponsored by the
Historic Downtown Nelsonville Association and the Nelsonville Area
Chamber of Commerce. Proceeds benefit the revitalization project of
Nelsonville's Historic Downtown. Contact Lynn at 740-707-1585. Tickets
can only be purchased on-line at www.chocolatechoochoo.com.
MUST BE 21 and over!
ONGOING:
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 seasonal 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 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.
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!
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 - SALT AND PEPPER SHAKER
MUSEUM AT FIDDLESTIX; View several hundred vintage figural salt and
pepper shaker sets at Fiddlestix Village; 24180 St. Rt. 93 just south of
the St. Rt. 56/93 intersection. A changing display of shaker sets are
arranged by categories on shelves in three large windows. Groups include,
various animals, people, holidays birds, fish, tools, buildings, vacation
souvenirs and many more. Most of the sets are from the 1940s to the
present. A smaller window hosts a monthly special exhibit. The best
viewing time is between 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Viewers are invited at their own
risk, and the exhibit is open unless there is snow or ice on the parking
lot. Fiddlestix Village, 24180 St. Rt. 93, Creola- (Do not go to Creola ~
this is a mapping address.) The location is just south of the
intersection of St. Rts. 56 and 93, close to Ash Cave. For more
information, call Historic Host; 740-596-2408 or 740-753-3105. FREE
DAILY - Paul A. Johnson Pencil
Sharpener Museum - Mon to Sat, 9am to 5pm; Sun 11am to 5pm; Rev. Paul
Johnson began his collection over 20 years ago. His Pencil Sharpener
Museum, previously located at his home, has been moved to the Welcome
Center and is open daily. This amazing collection of over 3400 pencil
sharpeners has been featured in national magazines and is reputed to be
the largest collection in the United States. Hocking Hills Regional
Welcome Center, 13178 St. Rt. 664 S, Logan; 740-385-9706; FREE
DAILY (Mon - Sat) The Columbus
Washboard Company Museum and Gift Shop - 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 and Saturday by
appointment. Tours are $4 which includes souvenir magnet. Columbus
Washboard Factory, 14 Gallagher Ave, Logan; 740-380-3828
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