THURSDAY, September 19th - Ridgetops &
Hollers - 10am; Ever wonder about the difference between a ridgetop and a
'holler'? Join the naturalist at Ash Cave parking area to find
out. Hocking Hills State Park, Ash Cave, State Route 56; call
740-385-6841 for more info; FREE
THURSDAY, September 19th - Story Hour - 10am; Bring your children and enjoy
the stories. All are welcome! Psalm 121 Discount Books and
Gifts, 110 E. Main Street, Logan; call 740-385-0056 for more info
or visit www.psalm121bookstore.com
THURSDAY, September 19th - 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 Community Center for Arts & Education, 196 N Market St, Logan;
call 740-385-0344 for more info.
FRIDAY, September 20th - The Wonders of Old Man's Cave - 10am; Meet the naturalist
at the Naturalist Cabin 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, September 20th - Reptile Rampage! - 2pm; What makes a reptile a reptile?
What is cold blooded? Who lives around here? For the answer
to these and other questions join the naturalist 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
FRIDAY, September 20th - Stuart's on a Sternwheeler with Pokey LaFarge - 7pm to
11pm; Stuart's Opera House is having a concert and Nelsonville Music
Festival fundraiser on the Valley Gem Sternwheeler in Marietta! ONLY 200
TICKETS ARE AVAILABLE! The sternwheeler trip will feature three sets of
live music from Pokey LaFarge and his six-piece band, food, a cash bar
and more! Seats are reserved, so we suggest buying tickets in
advance. Valley Gem Sternwheeler, 601 Front St, Marietta; call
740-753-1924 or visit www.stuartsoperahouse.org
for more info.
SATURDAY, September 21st - Hocking Hills Indian Run - 60K begins at 7 a.m., 40K
beings at 8 a.m., other races have individual starts between 9 and 11
a.m.; 5K, 10K, 20K, 40K and 60K races beginning at the Hocking Hills
State Park Dining Lodge, with the trail winding through vast wooded areas
of the State Park and Hocking State Forest, crossing streams, deep
gorges, shimmering waterfalls, lush forests and country roads, leading
uphill and down. $25 - $35; Hocking Hills Dining Lodge, 20160 State
Route 664 S; call 740-385-2750 or visit http://www.explorehockinghills.com/activities/indian-run.aspx
for more info.
SATURDAY, September 21st - 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 Wind Chime Shop, 29205 Ilesboro Rd,
Logan call 740-385-9537 or visit http://www.hockinghillsshopin.com/
for more info.
SATURDAY, September 21st - Local Artist Nite - 6pm; Join the folks at Psalm
121 as local artists, such as singing groups and individuals, perform for
the public. Psalm 121 Books & Gifts, 110 E Main St, Logan; call
740-385-0056 for more info or visit www.psalm121bookstore.com;
FREE
SATURDAY, September 21st - Starry, Starry Night - 6:30pm; Annual Bowen House fund
raising gala and art auction. Art Preview, Wine and
Appetizers from 6:30 to 7:30 PM. Tickets are $25.00. RSVP to
740- 385-0344 The Bowen House Community Center for Arts and Education,
196 N Market Street, Logan
SATURDAY, September 21st - Moonlight Tour - 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 2; Hocking Hills Canoe Livery, 12789 St Rt 664 S, Logan;
call 740-385-0523 for reservations.
SATURDAY, September 21st - Romantic Moonlight Tour - 7pm; Let the crickets serenade
you under a full moon on the Hocking River. Afterward, join us at a
bonfire for refreshments and live entertainment. $42 per canoe;
Hocking Valley Canoe Livery, 31251 Chieftain Dr, Logan; call 740-385-8685
for reservations.
SATURDAY, September 21st - Horse-drawn Wagon Ride - 7pm; Join John Hutchison
on an evening horse-drawn wagon ride from Hope School (across from Lake
Hope Dam) through Zaleski State Forest to Moonville and back. Wagon ride
will include discussion of area history, GHOST STORIES, a visit to the
railroad tunnel and so much more! Wagon rides depart every Saturday
through November 9th at 7pm. $20 for adults / $10 for children 12 and
under accompanied by an adult. For reservations and more information call
740-698-8922 or 740-818-8280 or visit www.hutchisonshorses.com.
Reservations required. Limit of 20 per tour.
TUESDAY, September 24th - Story Hour
- 10am; Bring your children and enjoy the stories. All are
welcome! Psalm 121 Discount Books and Gifts, 110 E. Main Street,
Logan; call 740-385-0056 for more info or visit www.psalm121bookstore.com
TUESDAY, September 24th - A Night of Song with Nicholas Nesbitt - 7:30pm to 8:30pm;
Tenor Nicholas Nesbitt will headline the upcoming concert, A Night of
Song, with a special guest appearance by Chase Stalford and accompaniment
by Jeff Daubenmire. Nesbitt is an Athens, Ohio resident who
received a Bachelor's degree in voice performance from DePauw University
and a Masters in voice performance from Indiana University. Mr. Nesbitt
has performed throughout the United States. Nicholas began the 2013
season with Crested Butte Music Festival and has performed with many
opera companies, including Central City Opera, Indianapolis Opera,
Cincinnati Opera, Sarasota Opera, and the International Vocal Arts
Academy in Israel. Chase Stalford, tenor, of Logan, is a highly
regarded performer in the region and been featured in a number of venues
over the past several years. Debra Rentz, soprano, of Athens, also will
perform. A reception and Hocking College Art Exhibition will
follow the performance at The Bowen House. Admission is free
with donations accepted. First Presbyterian Church, 2 W
Hunter St, Logan; visit http://www.jeffdaubenmire.com/
for more info. FREE
WEDNESDAY, September 25th - Jam Session at the Bowen House - 7pm to 8pm; Bring your
instrument and have fun playing with other musicians! The Bowen
House Community Center for Arts and Education, 196 N Market Street,
Logan; call 740-385-0344 for more info; FREE
THURSDAY, September 26th - SASQUATCH; Evidence for (and against) the existence of
Sasquatch - 6pm to 8pm; Join the Friends of Monday Creek for a Potluck
Dinner and presentation by Dr. Scott Moody of Ohio University.
Bring a dish to share. Monday Creek Restoration Project Office, 115
W. Main St., New Straitsville; call 740-394-2047 for more info
THURSDAY, September 26th - Thomas Jefferson & Sally Hemings - 7pm; Hocking
County Historical Society monthly program features the story of the long
affair of Thomas Jefferson and Sally Hemings presented by B. J.
King. The Hocking County Historical Society Museum, 64 N Culver St,
Logan; call 740-385-6026 for more info; FREE
FRIDAY, September 27th - Final Fridays - Parade of Square Crows &
Scarecrow Contest - 5pm to 9pm; The scarecrows on display outside the
shops of the Historic Square Arts District are made by local artists.
Entertaining for the whole family. They will remain on display through
October. Historic Square Arts District in Nelsonville; call
740-753-1011 for more info
FRIDAY, September 27th - Spellbound at Starbrick - 5pm to 9pm; Opening of new
exhibit; Opening on Sept 27, 2013, 5-9 pm, Starbrick Cooperative Gallery
artists presents Spooktacular new work from all the cooperative artists,
featuring the sick and twisted side of our Halloween fantasies. This show
will run through October 19th. Open daily Monday-Saturday 10am-5pm,
Sunday noon-5pm. Starbrick Gallery, 21 W Columbus St, Nelsonville;
call 740-753-1011 or visit http://www.starbrick.com/
for more info; FREE
FRIDAY, September 27th - Free Summer Concert Series with Nora Jane Struthers &
The Party Line - 7pm to 9:30pm; September features Nora Jane Struthers
& The Party Line! Free live music outside in the Stuart's parking lot
on Final Friday of June - September (and there's a beer garden). This
show is free and open to the public, no tickets are needed.
Stuart's Opera House, 52 Public Square, Nelsonville; call 740-753-1924 or
visit www.stuartsoperahouse.com
for more info; FREE
FRIDAY, September 27th to SUNDAY, September 29th - Civil War
Symposium - "Vicksburg and Gettysburg: Was Either Battle a
Game-Changer?" - 7pm; Mark your calendars and join us for our third
annual Civil War Symposium! The weekend will kick off on Friday night
with a Civil War concert at the Georgian Museum. Saturday and Sunday will
consist of meals, museum tours, book signings and speakers. We are
thrilled with the impressive speakers who have agreed to appear. All are
entertaining, educational and new to the symposium. Ticket prices
include meals, speakers and Friday night concert. Reservations required
& prices will raise on Sept. 6, so reserve early! For ticket
information call 740-654-9923. Event locations: The Georgian
Museum, 105 E. Wheeling St. - The Lodge in Lancaster, 129 E. Main St.
Lancaster. For more info visit http://www.fairfieldheritage.org/fha_events_sherman.htm
FRIDAY, September 27th - Haunted Hocking - Spirits of Conkle's Hollow - 8pm; Is
the Horse Cave area of Conkle's Hollow really haunted or could it be
something else? How about any other areas of Conkle's? Join
the naturalist and the "HHIT" paranormal team at the parking
area at Conkle's Hollow. We will explore the possibilities
together. (This program contains ghost stories...parents, you know
your children best and should decide if it is appropriate. Please
no pets at Haunted Hocking) Hocking Hills State Park, Conkle's
Hollow, State Route 374 & Big Pine Road; call 740-385-6841 for more
info; FREE
SATURDAY, September 28th - 33rd 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 33rd annual event. Everything is
provided, from canoes to trash bags, including a BBQ afterward.
Hocking Valley Canoe Livery, 31251 Chieftain Dr, Logan; call 740-385-8685
for more info; FREE
SATURDAY, September 28th - National Public Lands Day Volunteer Event - 9am to 4pm;
the Wayne National Forest and the Appalachian Ohio Weed Control
Partnership are seeking 20 volunteers to assist in a wetland restoration
project. The project is located in the Rutherford Wetland
area at the Ora E. Anderson Nature Trail in eastern Hocking County west
of Carbon Hill. Volunteers will assist in restoring the wetland
area through invasive plant removal and the planting of native plants.
Participants will also collect native plant seeds and conduct trail
maintenance. Volunteers are asked to meet at the Ora E. Anderson Nature
Trail parking lot at 9 a.m. Children under the age of 18 must be
accompanied by a guardian. Volunteers are urged to wear a long
sleeve shirt, long pants, boots, hat, sunscreen, and bring leather gloves
(extra gloves will be available) and insect repellent. Water will be
available, but bring your own container to refill. The Forest Service
suggests you bring a sack lunch or light snack. Register for this
event by calling Eric Boyda at (740) 534-6578, appalachianohioweeds@gmail.com or Cheryl Coon
at (740) 753-0558.
SATURDAY, September 28th & SUNDAY, September 29th - Hocking Hills
Artists & Craftsmen Annual Fall Show & Sale - Sat 10am to 5pm,
Sun 11am to 5pm; Annual art show featuring the best of Hocking Hills
artists and crafters. Find handcrafted, one-of-a-kind treasures and
get a head start on your holiday gift shopping. Show features
pottery, leather works, jewelry, hand blown glass, paintings, home décor
and more. Hocking Hills State Park Dining Lodge, 20020 State Route
664 S; call 740-385-8245 for more info.
SATURDAY, September 21st -
Local Artist Nite featuring Heartsong - 6pm; Join the folks at Psalm 121
as local artists, such as singing groups and individuals, perform for the
public. Psalm 121 Books & Gifts, 110 E Main St, Logan; call
740-385-0056 for more info or visit www.psalm121bookstore.com;
FREE
SATURDAY, September 21st -
Horse-drawn Wagon Ride - 7pm; Join John Hutchison on an evening
horse-drawn wagon ride from Hope School (across from Lake Hope Dam)
through Zaleski State Forest to Moonville and back. Wagon ride will
include discussion of area history, GHOST STORIES, a visit to the
railroad tunnel and so much more! Wagon rides depart every Saturday
through November 9th at 7pm. $20 for adults / $10 for children 12 and
under accompanied by an adult. For reservations and more information call
740-698-8922 or 740-818-8280 or visit www.hutchisonshorses.com.
Reservations required. Limit of 20 per tour.
SUNDAY, September 29th - National "Leave No Child Inside" Day - 1pm to
3pm; Take a guided hike through a portion of Camp Oty'Okwa's 700+ acres
and explore the infamous Counselor's Cave and Seven Dwarves Cave.
This is a free event and great for families; be sure to bring your hiking
shoes! Camp Oty'Okwa, 24799 Purcell Rd, South Bloomingville; call
740-385-5279; FREE
ONGOING:
NOW through September 28th - Hocking College Senior at
The Bowen House. Exhibit will continue through September 28th,
regular hours are Tuesday through Saturday 2pm to 5pm; The Bowen House
Community Center for Arts & Education, 196 N Market St, Logan; call
740-385-0344 for more info; FREE
NOW Through September 22nd - The
Wizards Sale III at Starbrick Gallery - Mon-Sat 10 to 5; Sun 12 to 5 ;
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 daily through Sept. 22. Starbrick Gallery, 21 W Columbus
St, Nelsonville; call 740-753-1011 or visit http://www.starbrick.com/ for more
info; FREE
SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS through October 27th - Hocking Valley Scenic Railway Historic Train Rides - noon
and 2:30pm; Our Noon train to Haydenville is the shortest trip of our
trains. It operates every Saturday and Sunday between Memorial Day
weekend and the last full weekend of October. The train departs the
Nelsonville Depot for a round-trip ride along the historic Hocking River
Valley. On the return trip after pausing in Haydenville, the train
continues past the Nelsonville Depot to Robbins Crossing. Robbins
Crossing is a restored 1850s-era Ohio pioneer village operated by
students, staff, and volunteers from Hocking College and is located at
the south end of the Hocking College campus. After a 30-minute stop at
Robbins Crossing, the train returns to the Nelsonville Depot. Duration of
ride: Approximately one hour and forty-five minutes. Our East Logan train
is the longest of the regular weekend trains and operates every Saturday and
Sunday between Memorial Day and the last full weekend of October. The
train departs the Nelsonville Depot for a round-trip ride along the
historic Hocking River Valley. Along the way, we will pass through the
historic company town of Haydenville, which was the last company town in
Ohio. It was once part of a large brick and clay company known in its
later days as NATCO. On the return trip to Nelsonville after pausing at
the east end of Logan, the train continues past the Nelsonville Depot to
Robbins Crossing. Robbins Crossing is a restored 1850s-era Ohio pioneer
village operated by students, staff, and volunteers from Hocking College
and is located at the south end of the Hocking College campus. After a
30-minute stop at Robbins Crossing, the train returns to the Nelsonville
Depot. Duration of ride: Approximately two hours and fifteen minutes.
Advance tickets available online at www.hvsry.org
or at the depot prior to boarding. Hocking Valley Scenic Railway, 33 E
Canal St, Nelsonville; call 740-753-9531 (10am to 4pm Sat & Sun);
messages only at 800-967-7834
MONDAYS - Acrylic Painting Workshop - Join Artist Suzanne
Hiser in painting flowers this 2 hour workshop on Mondays from 10am0in.
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.
SATURDAYS - Hocking Hills Yoga - Poolside - 9am to 10am; Add
a little Zen to your Hocking Hills stay and get energized with a morning
yoga session! The Perfect Touch Massage & Traveling Spa is now
offering a regular yoga class, poolside, at Old Man's Cave Chalets every
Saturday morning. Our highly skilled instructor, Emily, will take you
through a series of postures, poses and stretches to help you balance
& strengthen your body, while focusing on your breathing to clear
your mind and align your energy. Connect with nature as your yoga class
takes place surrounded by beautiful woodlands. Bring your swim suit and
feel free to take a rejuvenating dip in the pool after class. An amazing
way to start your memorable day in the Hocking Hills! Class is rain or
shine; if weather is inclement, we will hold class indoors. The complete
practice is very accessible to every age, body type and experience level.
Old Man's Cave Chalets, 18905 State Route 664 S, Logan; $20; call
877-869-4631 for more info and reservations.
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! Old Man's Cave
Chalets, 18905 State Route 664 S, Logan; call 877-869-4631 for
reservations; $10
EVERY WEDNESDAY & SATURDAY - Hocking Hills Farmer's
Market - 9am to 1pm; Wednesdays at Worthington Park - corner of Main
& Market Streets in Downtown Logan; Saturdays at Tractor Supply in
the Hocking Mall at St Rt 664 & Chieftain Dr, Logan. Farm fresh
produce and homemade products. For more information call Betty Shaw at
740-385-5306.
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
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). For times visit
http://www.moviesten.com
or call 740-753-3400. Bring the kids to the Fun Barn for arcade games,
rides and snacks.
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