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ONGOING EVENTS
Feb 18 (Mon)
thru
Jul 31 (Wed)
Touched by Conflict SE Ohio the Civil War
Mon/Wed/Thu/Fri/Sat 930am-5pm. Sun 12-5pm. Closed Tuesdays,
New Years Day, Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas. Using
southeastern Ohio as a model, this exhibit explores events in Ohio
leading to the Civil War, local support of the war effort,
recruitment, service in various campaigns, and the private lives of
both officers and private soldiers as they performed in campaigns
in various armies. The exhibit also examines human costs of the
conflict on Ohio communities and how veterans were assimilated
back into home life following military duty. Central to the
presentation is the use of the collection of Ohioan Larry Strayer.
Strayer is one of the foremost collectors of Civil War photographs
in the United States. He also has amassed a significant collection of
artifacts relating to the war, particularly from communities in
southeast Ohio.This exhibit, a cooperative venture between a
number of area institutions and the Ohio Historical Society,
highlights the stories of individuals who served in many capacities
during the war, including soldiers, women from relief associations,
politicians, and members of fraternal organizations and religious
support groups.
Cost: $4-7 per person
Contact: Campus Martius Museum, Phone: 740-373-3750
Location: 601 Second Street, Marietta Ohio
Mar 17 (Sun)
thru
Sep 1 (Sun)
Over the Rainbow - Glass Across the Color Spectrum
7-9pm. This exhibit features a rainbow of colors throughout the
exhibition of vintage and art glass and a private A collection of
Bischoff Glass Companys handblown glass. The plant was located in
Culloden, WV. The company opened there in 1922 and was
operated by the family until the late 1960s.Various other
handblown American glass manufacturers will display other
rainbow colors of glass. Along with the exhibit there will be glass
pieces designed by local handblown artists from our surrounding
area. These artists will rotate their artistic pieces throughout the
duration of the exhibition that will continue through September 1,
2013. Visitors will be afforded the option of seeing many of these
individual pieces at the museum and making arrangements to
purchase select items from the display through the museums Gift
Shop.
Cost: $10 per person
Contact: Ohio Glass Museum, Phone: 740-687-0101
Location: 124 West Main Street, Lancaster Ohio
Distance from Frontier Log Cabins: about 17 miles
MAY 2013
May 4 (Sat)
thru
Sep 1 (Sun)
Gorgeous Threads A World of Textiles
10am-4pm Tue-Sat. Textiles soften the hard edges of our world
and serve to identify us. They allow us to decorate our homes and
our bodies. They are often an expression of our artistic visions and
our social relationships. This exhibition points up the great variety
of materials, colors, techniques and uses around the world.
Included are items from Africa, Asia, the Americas and Europe.
Some of these fabrics have great visual impact when seen from a
distance, others are a tour-de-force of detail and complicated
structure. Delight in this presentation of a sampling of the myriad
fabrics produced globally and housed in central Ohio collections.
Curator Cynthia Cort.
Cost: Free Event, Donations accepted
Contact: Decorative Arts Center, Phone: 740-681-1423
Location: 145 East Main Street, Lancaster Ohio
Distance from Frontier Log Cabins: about 17 miles
May 8 (Wed) Zumba Exercise Class at Alley Park
5:45-6:45pm. Every Monday and Wednesday. Zumba combines
Latin and International music with a fun and effective workout
system. An exercise class using Latin Dance. Instructor is Maria
Mulder, a certified Zumba instructor.
Cost: Call for info
Contact: Alley Park, Phone: 740-687-6651
Location: 2805 Old Logan Rd SE, Lancaster Ohio (740-681-5025)
Distance from Frontier Log Cabins: about 15 miles
May 8 (Wed)
May 9 (Thu)
May 10 (Fri)
May 11 (Sat)
May 12 (Sun)
Beginner Bead Making Class
11am, 1pm, 3pm 5pm. Classes on Wednesdays, Fridays,
Saturdays, Sundays. Have fun learning to melt glass while making
your own glass beads and charms for bracelets and necklaces.
Everything is supplied that you need to make beautiful glass beads.
Ages 14 and up. Call for reservations.
Cost: $25/includes supplies
Contact: Liquid Light Gallery, Phone: 740-385-1384
Location: Liquid Light Fine Glass Gallery, 18345 Krinn-Unger-Keck
Road, Logan Ohio
Distance from Frontier Log Cabins: about 10 miles
May 8 (Wed) Yoga in the Hills
5-6pm. The perfect way to drop every day stress. This class is
offered surrounded by the beauty of the Hocking Hills. Weather
permitting, classes are outside on our wonderful deck among the
trees. All levels of experience are welcome, as are groups! Call
ahead for details - we may be having class, with our wonderful
instructor, at a waterfall near you.
Cost: $10
Contact: Blue Valley Massage & Traveling Spa, Phone:
888-747-3223
Location: Blue Valley Massage, 761 Beck Road, Lancaster Ohio
(740-653-CALM)
Distance from Frontier Log Cabins: about 11 miles
May 8 (Wed) Pickin in the Park
7-8pm.Free Jam session for all interested musicians. Join in the
fun.
Cost: Free
Contact: Alley Park, Phone: 740-687-6651
Location: 2805 Old Logan Rd SE, Lancaster Ohio (740-681-5025)
Distance from Frontier Log Cabins: about 15 miles
May 8 (Wed) Athens Farmers Market
10am - 1pm. Wednesdays Apr-Dec and Saturdays Year RoundIn
the parking lot of the market on state. This is one of the areas
most celebrated institutions, the Athens Farmers Market, will mark
its 40th year this June. The first market, held on a summer day in
1972, drew participation from three producers the following week,
there were five. That summer, market participation peaked at a
dozen vendors, mostly vegetable producers. Today the market has
blossomed into -one of the nation's best markets according to
Audubon magazine-. What began as a handful of farmers selling
their produce is now a community event showcasing farmers,
orchardists, specialty food producers, bakers, horticulturalists,
cheesemakers and many other food-based entrepreneurs. For more
information http//athensfarmersmarket.org.
Cost: Free event
Contact: Athens Farmers Market, Phone: 740-593-6763
Location: 1000 East State Street, Athens Ohio
Distance from Frontier Log Cabins: about 35 miles
May 9 (Thu) Donkey Musicians Open Stage - Host: Troy Gregorino
9pm - 11pm. Donkey Musicians Open Stage has become a popular
place for folks to come and share their favorite songs. Filled to
capacity each week, Donkey Musicians Open Stage promises a
receptive audience for musicians who are looking for a place to
showcase their material. Voted one of the best open stages in
town.
Cost: Free
Contact: Donkey Coffee and Expresso, Phone: 740-594-7353
Location: 17 West Washington Street, Athens Ohio
Distance from Frontier Log Cabins: about 33 miles
May 9 (Thu)
May 10 (Fri)
May 11 (Sat)
Stained Glass Workshop
10am-12pm on Thursdays Saturdays. Learn basic copperfoil
stained glass techniques with Audrey Martin. At the end of the
class you will walk away with your completed project and the
knowledge to dive into more sophisticated glass projects. Call to
make a reservation. All supplies are provided.
Cost: $25/includes all supplies.
Contact: Scenic Way Gifts, Phone: 740-596-1913
Location: 63775 St. Rt. 56, Creola Ohio
Distance from Frontier Log Cabins: about 13 miles
May 9 (Thu)
May 10 (Fri)
May 11 (Sat)
May 12 (Sun)
ABC Players - First Things First
Sponsored by Hocking Valley Bank. First Things First by Derek
Benfield. Directed by Joe Balding. Pete and George are old friends.
In fact, such good old friends that George has been Petes best man
at both of his weddings. Pete, now happily married to Sarah, is
appalled when George arrives with the news that his first wife
Jessica was not killed in a climbing accident as they had thought
but is alive and well and keen to resume her life with Pete! This
unexpected revelation leads to a series of hilarious situations as
Peter and George try to find a way out of this desperate plight
without upsetting either of Petes wives or his second wifes powerful
mother. More information at abcplayers.org.
Cost: Call for prices
Contact: Stuart's Opera House, Phone: 740-753-1924
Location: 52 Public Square, Nelsonville Ohio
Distance from Frontier Log Cabins: about 25 miles
May 10 (Fri)
May 11 (Sat)
May 12 (Sun)
7th Annual International Migratory Bird Weekend
Friday, May 11th through Sunday, May 13th. Join the Hocking
Valley Birding Trail, area naturalists, biologists and birding
enthusiasts to celebrate International Migratory Bird Day, May 11th
with an entire weekend of unique events for both new birders and
long time birding fans. Individual events are listed separately.
Cost: Free
Contact: Hocking Valley Birding Trail, Phone: 740-385-8003
Location: Hocking Hills State Park at Old Man's Cave, 19852 State
Route 664 South, Logan Ohio (740-385-6165)
Distance from Frontier Log Cabins: about 9 miles
May 10 (Fri) Friday Night Fishing
6-8pm. Join us as we enjoy the beauty of spring and fish around
the pond. Limited poles and bait provided. For ages 15 and under
and 60 and older. State fishing regulations apply. Meet
Springhouse Program Area. Fully Wheelchair Accessible.
Cost: Free Event
Contact: Chestnut Ridge Metro Park, Phone: 614-508-8111
Location: 8445 Winchester Road N.W., Carroll Ohio
Distance from Frontier Log Cabins: about 23 miles
May 10 (Fri) Metro Five-0 Level 3 Birding by Ear
9am. You will learn to identify some bird songs and listen for them
on a 1.7-mile hike. Age 50 and older. Meet Fern Parking Lot. Not
Wheelchair Accessible.
Cost: Free Event
Contact: Clear Creek Metro Park, Phone: 614-508-8111
Location: 185 Clear Creek Road, Rockbridge Ohio (740-385-1834)
Distance from Frontier Log Cabins: about 9 miles
May 11 (Sat) Birding by Ear
9am. You will learn to identify some bird songs and listen for them
on a 1.7-mile hike. Meet Fern Parking Lot. Ages 6 and up. Not
Wheelchair Accessible.
Cost: Free Event
Contact: Clear Creek Metro Park, Phone: 614-508-8111
Location: 185 Clear Creek Road, Rockbridge Ohio (740-385-1834)
Distance from Frontier Log Cabins: about 9 miles
May 11 (Sat) You re A Good Man, Charlie Brown
2pm. The Logan Theatre Group will perform You re A Good Man,
Charlie Brown with 50 percent of the proceeds supporting Special
Friends of Hocking County. Special Friends will provide food to
bring the kid out in ya. Please call to make reservations, seating is
limited. The time of the action is an average day in the life of
Charlie Brown. It really is just that, a day made up of little
moments picked from all the days of Charlie Brown, from
Valentines Day to the baseball season, from wild optimism to utter
despair, all mixed in with the lives of his friends both human and
non-human and strung together on the string of a single day, from
bright uncertain morning to hopeful starlit evening. Based on The
Comic Strip Peanuts by Charles M. Schulz. Book, Music and Lyrics
by Clark Gesner. Additional Dialogue by Michael Mayer. Additional
Music and Lyrics by Andrew Lippa. Licensure by Tams-Witmark.
Cost: $20 per person
Contact: Logan Theatre Group, Phone: 740-583-9475
Location: Stagecoach Conference & Banquet Center, 225 East Main
Street, Logan Ohio (740-380-9537)
Distance from Frontier Log Cabins: about 16 miles
May 11 (Sat) Wahkeena Bird Walk
810-950am. With over 100 different species of birds documented,
Wahkeena is a fantastic birding site. Join birders of all abilities on a
guided walk seeking out returning warblers, resident birds and
water-loving species. We will explore pond, wetland, edge and
forest habitats. Approximately 90 minutes with frequent stops.
Ages 12 and up.
Cost: Free
Contact: Wahkeena Nature Preserve, Phone: 800-297-1883
Location: Pump Station Road, Sugar Grove Ohio
Distance from Frontier Log Cabins: about 12 miles
May 11 (Sat) Lancaster Farmers Market
8am-12pm Saturdays till 10/26/13 at the Fairfield County Job and
Family Services parking lot 239 West Main Street. 330-630pm
Tuesdays till 10/1/13 at the corner of Goslin Road and East Main
Street. Welcome to the Original Lancaster Ohio Farmers Market.
Your source for all things fresh, local, and handmade. This area has
supported a farmers market since 1810. To Market To Market To
Buy A Fat Pig, the first market was actually held at a a market
house that was located on the corner of Zane Square and Broad St.
Cost: Free Event
Contact: Lancaster Farmers Market, Phone: 740-569-4563
Location: Lancaster Farmers Market Association, Main & Broad
Streets, Downtown, Lancaster Ohio (740-654-4922)
Distance from Frontier Log Cabins: about 17 miles
May 11 (Sat) Appalachian Hillside Revolution/Controlled Folly
8pm. Music begins. Controlled Folly and Appalachian Hillside
Revolution. Camping allowed.
Cost: Free Admission
Contact: Uncle Buck's Dance Barn, Phone: 740-664-2428
Location: Uncle Buck's Riding Stable, 73930 Buck Lane, New
Marshfield Ohio
Distance from Frontier Log Cabins: about 24 miles
May 11 (Sat) Sweet Second Saturday
5-8pm. Every second Saturday of every month, we dress up (the
dining room) have live music & great dinner specials. You can even
bring a bottle of wine. Come join us for a great Saturday night out!
Reservations appreciated, but not required. Reservations
appreciated, but not required.
Cost: Per menu
Contact: The Ridge Inn Restaurant, Phone: 740-332-0300
Location: The Ridge Inn, 16178 Pike St., Laurelville Ohio
Distance from Frontier Log Cabins: about 2 miles
May 11 (Sat) Crabtastic Cooking Class
1030am - 1230pm. Demonstration style class. Crab Potstickers
with Homemade Sweet and Sour Sauce, Crab-Topped Walleye with
Key Lime Buerre Blanc, Fettuccine with Crab, Asparagus, Corn
Crispy Prosciutto. The classes are demonstration or hands on in
style and are held in our Studio on the third floor of the Inn. The
class ends with lunch paired with an optional glass of wine for a
reasonable fee and a typed set of recipes for you to take home.
Bottles of wine are available for purchase. Coffee, tea and water
are provided. The Hands On Classes are limited to 8 students and
you must be 18 years or older. The Demonstration style classes are
limited to 14 students and you must be 11 years or older.
Cost: $55 per person
Contact: Shaw's Restaurant Inn, Phone: 740-654-1842
Location: Shaw's Restaurant and Inn, 123 North Broad Street,
Lancaster Ohio (800-654-2477)
Distance from Frontier Log Cabins: about 17 miles
May 11 (Sat) Athens Farmers Market
10am - 1pm. Wednesdays Apr-Dec and Saturdays Year RoundIn
the parking lot of the market on state. This is one of the areas
most celebrated institutions, the Athens Farmers Market, will mark
its 40th year this June. The first market, held on a summer day in
1972, drew participation from three producers the following week,
there were five. That summer, market participation peaked at a
dozen vendors, mostly vegetable producers. Today the market has
blossomed into -one of the nation's best markets according to
Audubon magazine-. What began as a handful of farmers selling
their produce is now a community event showcasing farmers,
orchardists, specialty food producers, bakers, horticulturalists,
cheesemakers and many other food-based entrepreneurs. For more
information http//athensfarmersmarket.org.
Cost: Free event
Contact: Athens Farmers Market, Phone: 740-593-6763
Location: 1000 East State Street, Athens Ohio
Distance from Frontier Log Cabins: about 35 miles
May 12 (Sun) Wahkeena Nature Walk Flowers and Ferns
1-230pm. Flowers fade and ferns flourish. Join a naturalist on a
leisurely walk to view the last of the spring wildflowers and the
newly emerging fern fronds. There is lots to see this time of year
so dont miss out. Approx. 90 minutes with frequent stops, ages 12
and up.
Cost: Free
Contact: Wahkeena Nature Preserve, Phone: 800-297-1883
Location: Pump Station Road, Sugar Grove Ohio
Distance from Frontier Log Cabins: about 12 miles
May 12 (Sun) Spring Migration Birdwalk at Lake Hope State Park
9 am Join the naturalist on a wonderful hike through the Lake Hope
State Park. We will look in the ridge tops and along the lake shore.
Some binoculars provided.
Cost: Free
Contact: Lake Hope State Park, Phone: 740-596-3030
Location: 27331 State Route 278, McArthur Ohio (740-596-5253)
Distance from Frontier Log Cabins: about 21 miles
May 12 (Sun) Mother's Day Buffet
10:30am - 7pm. Mom receives a carnation and you and your mom
can choose items from our carving station, hot bar, salad bar, soup
station, dessert bar plus drinks. Bring all the children since their
meals are $4.99 and down to free based on age.
Cost: $14.99 adults, child prices
Contact: The Olde Dutch Restaurant, Phone: 740-385-1000
Location: The Olde Dutch Restaurant and Banquet Haus, 12791
State Route 664 S, Logan Ohio
Distance from Frontier Log Cabins: about 15 miles
May 12 (Sun) Mother's Day at Shaw's
1130am - 530pm. Treat the mom in your life to dinner at Shaws.
Reservations are recommended. Mothers Day Menu Potato Leek
Soup, Warm Artichoke Gratin. Chicken Cordon Bleu, Fresh Lake
Erie Walleye, Strawberry Shrimp Tempura, Herb Crusted Leg of
Lamb, Filet Mignon with Bearnaise, Roast Prime Rib of Beef, Double
Cur smoked Pork Chop, Crispy Roast Half Duckling, Goat Cheese
Ravioli. Key Lime Pie with Blueberries, Turtle Chocolate Flourless
Cake, Grand Marnier Creme Brulee.
Cost: $18-30 per main courses
Contact: Shaw's Restaurant Inn, Phone: 740-654-1842
Location: Shaw's Restaurant and Inn, 123 North Broad Street,
Lancaster Ohio (800-654-2477)
Distance from Frontier Log Cabins: about 17 miles
May 12 (Sun) Annual Mothers Day Buffett
1130am - 330pm. Menu Fresh Fruit Cheese Platter. Chilled Peach
Soup. Spring Salad with Vinaigrette. Salmon with Pineapple Salsa.
Pork Loin Reloude. Saffron Rice Pilaf / Roasted Rosemary Redskin
Potatoes. Green Bean Almandine, Balsamic Grilled Vegetables.
Chilled Raspberry Cream Pie. Blueberry Maple Bread Pudding.
Turtle Brownie Petit Fours with Caramel Sauce.
Cost: $13-26 person/under 5 free
Contact: Grouse Nest Restaurant, Phone: 740-332-4501
Location: 25780 Liberty Hill Rd, South Bloomingville Ohio
Distance from Frontier Log Cabins: about 10 miles
May 12 (Sun) Mothers Day Brunch
11:30am seating begins. Brunch is a family fun affair! Chef
Anthonys mouth watering menu starts with our Pastry Basket, our
INNmade Granola and Raspberry Yogurt. Delectable entrees
include the Inns Eggs Benedict and English Muffin, Poached Local
Eggs, Crab Meat & Chive-Paprika Hollandaise, Roasted Potatoes,
Broccolini OR Grilled Salmon w/Ginger-Citrus Reduction, Jasmine
Rice & Julienne Vegetables, OR Pan Roasted Chicken Breast
w/Lemon Grass Broth, Herbed Papardelle Pasta & Broccolini. Two
devine desserts are Mixed Berry Cobbler w/Vanilla Bean Ice Cream
OR Flourless Chocolate Torte w/Sweet Cream & Raspberry Coulis.
Cost: $21/$12 - Reservations Req
Contact: Inn & Spa at Cedar Falls, Phone: 800-653-2557
Location: Inn & Spa At Cedar Falls, 21190 State Route 374, Logan
Ohio (740-385-7489)
Distance from Frontier Log Cabins: about 10 miles
May 12 (Sun) Mothers Day Lunch At Glenlaurel
2 pm 5 pm Seatings. Your mother deserves a day she won't forget
- lunch at Glenlaurel. Delectable 5-course lunch. Reservations
please.
Cost: $39 per person plus taxtip
Contact: Glenlaurel Inn Cottages, Phone: 740-385-2951
Location: 14940 Mt. Olive Rd., Rockbridge Ohio (740-385-4070)
Distance from Frontier Log Cabins: about 8 miles
May 13 (Mon) Zumba Exercise Class at Alley Park
5:45-6:45pm. Every Monday and Wednesday. Zumba combines
Latin and International music with a fun and effective workout
system. An exercise class using Latin Dance. Instructor is Maria
Mulder, a certified Zumba instructor.
Cost: Call for info
Contact: Alley Park, Phone: 740-687-6651
Location: 2805 Old Logan Rd SE, Lancaster Ohio (740-681-5025)
Distance from Frontier Log Cabins: about 15 miles
May 13 (Mon) Line Dancing at Alley Park
7-8pm. Exercise the social way. No registration necessary. Just
show up and have some fun. Call for additional information.
Cost: $4. per person
Contact: Alley Park, Phone: 740-687-6651
Location: 2805 Old Logan Rd SE, Lancaster Ohio (740-681-5025)
Distance from Frontier Log Cabins: about 15 miles
May 13 (Mon) Acrylic Painting Workshop in the Hills
10am-12pm. on Mondays. Join Artist Suzanne Hiser in painting
flowers. Suzanne will work with you on drawing, shaping and
shading techniques that will bring out the beauty of the seasonal
flowers here. All supplies are provided and is suitable for all ages.
Call to reserve your spot.
Cost: $25/includes supplies
Contact: Scenic Way Cottage Crafts, Phone: 740-596-1913
Location: Scenic Way Gifts, 63775 St. Rt. 56, Creola Ohio
Distance from Frontier Log Cabins: about 13 miles
May 14 (Tue) Preschoolers Swamp Things
10am. Come learn about the small creatures that make their home
in the wetland. Ages 3-5 years old. Meet Glacier Knoll Picnic Area.
Cost: Free Event-Register
Contact: Pickerington Ponds Metro Park, Phone: 614-508-8111
Location: Pickerington Ponds, 7680 Wright Road, Canal Winchester
Ohio
Distance from Frontier Log Cabins: about 28 miles
May 14 (Tue) Tai Chi Classes at Alley Park
6:30-7:30 beginners. 7:30-8:30pm advanced. If you are looking
for a way to reduce stress, consider tai chi (TIE-CHEE). Originally
developed for self-defense, tai chi has evolved into a graceful form
of exercise that's now used for stress reduction and a variety of
other health conditions. Often described as meditation in motion,
tai chi promotes serenity through gentle, flowing movements. Tai
chi is an ancient Chinese tradition that involves a series of
movements performed in a slow, focused manner and accompanied
by deep breathing.
Cost: Call for info
Contact: Alley Park, Phone: 740-687-6651
Location: 2805 Old Logan Rd SE, Lancaster Ohio (740-681-5025)
Distance from Frontier Log Cabins: about 15 miles
May 14 (Tue) Lancaster Farmers Market
330-630pm Tuesdays till 10/1/13 at the corner of Goslin Road and
East Main Street.8am-12pm Saturdays till 10/26/13 at the Fairfield
County Job and Family Services parking lot 239 West Main Street.
Welcome to the Original Lancaster Ohio Farmers Market. Your
source for all things fresh, local, and handmade. This area has
supported a farmers market since 1810. To Market To Market To
Buy A Fat Pig, the first market was actually held at a a market
house that was located on the corner of Zane Square and Broad St.
Cost: Free Event
Contact: Lancaster Farmers Market, Phone: 740-569-4563
Location: Lancaster Farmers Market Association, Main & Broad
Streets, Downtown, Lancaster Ohio (740-654-4922)
Distance from Frontier Log Cabins: about 17 miles
May 15 (Wed)
May 16 (Thu)
May 17 (Fri)
May 18 (Sat)
May 19 (Sun)
Beginner Bead Making Class
11am, 1pm, 3pm 5pm. Classes on Wednesdays, Fridays,
Saturdays, Sundays. Have fun learning to melt glass while making
your own glass beads and charms for bracelets and necklaces.
Everything is supplied that you need to make beautiful glass beads.
Ages 14 and up. Call for reservations.
Cost: $25/includes supplies
Contact: Liquid Light Gallery, Phone: 740-385-1384
Location: Liquid Light Fine Glass Gallery, 18345 Krinn-Unger-Keck
Road, Logan Ohio
Distance from Frontier Log Cabins: about 10 miles
May 15 (Wed) General W. T.Sherman Memorial Civil War Roundtable
7pm. Professor Chris Mackowski of St. Bonaventure University will
present Sheridan and the Union Cavalry in the Wilderness
Campaign. Professor Mackowski is an associate Professor of
journalism and mass communication. He earned a B.A. in
communication from the University of Pittsburgh, an M.A. in
English from the University of Maine and an M.F.A. in creative
writing from Goddard College. The Gen. William T. Sherman
Memorial Civil War Roundtable meetings are held on the third
Wednesday of the month (does not meet months of June, July,
August and December). The CWRT promotes interest in the
American Civil War and the rich history surrounding it. The CWRT
members meet to study all aspects of the Civil War. A social time,
refreshments, and a meet-and-greet are featured at each meeting.
Everyone is welcome. For further information or to be added to an
email list please call.
Cost: $5. per person
Contact: Sherman House, Phone: 740-654-9923
Location: 137 East Main Street, Lancaster Ohio (740-687-5891)
Distance from Frontier Log Cabins: about 17 miles
May 15 (Wed) Home School Wednesdays Grades K-12
11:30am - 1pm. This trimester we will emphasize the exhibition
Remarkable Menagerie, an exhibition involving animals in art. For
each class, we will be studying a specific media that is showcased
in the exhibit and create art using animals as our subject.
Cost: $4-6 per person/per class
Contact: Decorative Arts Center, Phone: 740-681-1423
Location: 145 East Main Street, Lancaster Ohio
Distance from Frontier Log Cabins: about 17 miles
May 15 (Wed) Athens Farmers Market
10am - 1pm. Wednesdays Apr-Dec and Saturdays Year RoundIn
the parking lot of the market on state. This is one of the areas
most celebrated institutions, the Athens Farmers Market, will mark
its 40th year this June. The first market, held on a summer day in
1972, drew participation from three producers the following week,
there were five. That summer, market participation peaked at a
dozen vendors, mostly vegetable producers. Today the market has
blossomed into -one of the nation's best markets according to
Audubon magazine-. What began as a handful of farmers selling
their produce is now a community event showcasing farmers,
orchardists, specialty food producers, bakers, horticulturalists,
cheesemakers and many other food-based entrepreneurs. For more
information http//athensfarmersmarket.org.
Cost: Free event
Contact: Athens Farmers Market, Phone: 740-593-6763
Location: 1000 East State Street, Athens Ohio
Distance from Frontier Log Cabins: about 35 miles
May 15 (Wed) Zumba Exercise Class at Alley Park
5:45-6:45pm. Every Monday and Wednesday. Zumba combines
Latin and International music with a fun and effective workout
system. An exercise class using Latin Dance. Instructor is Maria
Mulder, a certified Zumba instructor.
Cost: Call for info
Contact: Alley Park, Phone: 740-687-6651
Location: 2805 Old Logan Rd SE, Lancaster Ohio (740-681-5025)
Distance from Frontier Log Cabins: about 15 miles
May 15 (Wed) Yoga in the Hills
5-6pm. The perfect way to drop every day stress. This class is
offered surrounded by the beauty of the Hocking Hills. Weather
permitting, classes are outside on our wonderful deck among the
trees. All levels of experience are welcome, as are groups! Call
ahead for details - we may be having class, with our wonderful
instructor, at a waterfall near you.
Cost: $10
Contact: Blue Valley Massage & Traveling Spa, Phone:
888-747-3223
Location: Blue Valley Massage, 761 Beck Road, Lancaster Ohio
(740-653-CALM)
Distance from Frontier Log Cabins: about 11 miles
May 15 (Wed) Pickin in the Park
7-8pm.Free Jam session for all interested musicians. Join in the
fun.
Cost: Free
Contact: Alley Park, Phone: 740-687-6651
Location: 2805 Old Logan Rd SE, Lancaster Ohio (740-681-5025)
Distance from Frontier Log Cabins: about 15 miles
May 16 (Thu)
May 17 (Fri)
May 18 (Sat)
Stained Glass Workshop
10am-12pm on Thursdays Saturdays. Learn basic copperfoil
stained glass techniques with Audrey Martin. At the end of the
class you will walk away with your completed project and the
knowledge to dive into more sophisticated glass projects. Call to
make a reservation. All supplies are provided.
Cost: $25/includes all supplies.
Contact: Scenic Way Gifts, Phone: 740-596-1913
Location: 63775 St. Rt. 56, Creola Ohio
Distance from Frontier Log Cabins: about 13 miles
May 16 (Thu) Donkey Musicians Open Stage - Host: Troy Gregorino
9pm - 11pm. Donkey Musicians Open Stage has become a popular
place for folks to come and share their favorite songs. Filled to
capacity each week, Donkey Musicians Open Stage promises a
receptive audience for musicians who are looking for a place to
showcase their material. Voted one of the best open stages in
town.
Cost: Free
Contact: Donkey Coffee and Expresso, Phone: 740-594-7353
Location: 17 West Washington Street, Athens Ohio
Distance from Frontier Log Cabins: about 33 miles
NOTE: Before attending any event we recommend you call the event contact to see if there
have been any last minute changes to their schedule.
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