Hocking Hills Cabins @ Frontier Log Cabins: Hocking Hills Weekend update May 7th, 2015

Hocking Hills Tourism Association

13178 State Route 664 South

Logan, Ohio

740-385-2750

www.explorehockinghills.com

WEEKEND UPDATE | May 7, 2015

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Daily Activities

THURSDAY, MAY 7

Logan Town Center Monthly Meeting

Logan Chamber of Commerce Meeting Room, 140 E. Main Street, Logan, 8 a.m.

Want to learn more about all the great things happening in Historic Downtown Logan? Come to the monthly Logan Town Center meeting. The Logan Town Center Board and Members have been very busy -- from parking and zoning to beautification and promotion, efforts are underway to preserve Historic Downtown Logan, attract customers to downtown businesses and spur economic development in Historic Downtown Logan. Visit www.logantowncenter.com for more information; FREE.

Vinton County Wild Turkey Festival

Downtown McArthur 11 a.m. - 11 p.m.

Watch the downtown streets of McArthur come alive with food, music, and fun for the whole family. The festival includes great nightly entertainment on the sound stage, carnival rides and games, car show, quilt show, queen's and baby contests. Call 800-596-4459 for more information; FREE.

Perennial Plant Exchange

Logan-Hocking County District Library, 230 East Main Street, Logan, 3 - 5 p.m.

This is a one-for-one exchange using a tickets method. Plants must be at the library between 3 and 4 p.m. All plants must be labeled at least with a popsicle stick. Plants must be in pots and participants need to bring their own containers for transportation. The Library reserves the right to limit the number of tickets for lack of diversity in high quantities. Call 740-385-2348 for more information; FREE.

FRIDAY, MAY 8

Spring Flower Sale at Scenic Hills Senior Center

Scenic Hills Senior Center, 187 N. Spring Street, Logan, 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.

A large selection at great prices! Hanging baskets, bedding plants; assorted flowers and vegetables will be available; flowers by Rick Webb, too. The sale will take place on the front lawn. Call 740-385-6581 for more information; FREE.

Vinton County Wild Turkey Festival

Downtown McArthur 11 a.m. - 11 p.m.

Wild Turkey Festival Quilt Show

United Methodist Church, 200 S. Market Street, McArthur, 1 - 7 p.m.

The Wild Turkey Festival Quilt Show presented by Country Roads Quilt Guild. This year's quilt show theme is The Old and The New. Register to win a quilt. Email mcquiltguild@gmail.com for more information; FREE.

SATURDAY, MAY 9

Scenic Hills Senior Center's Pancake Breakfast

Scenic Hills Senior Center, 187 S. Spring Street, Logan, 8 - 11 a.m.

On the second Saturday of the month, enjoy a Pancake Breakfast with the Scenic Hills Senior Center.

Menu: Pancakes, eggs & sausage or sausage gravy biscuits, eggs & hash browns. COST: $6

Warblers of Ash Cave (for International Migratory Bird Day)

Ash Cave Parking Lot, Hocking Hills State Park, St. Rt. 56, Logan, 9 a.m.

Join the Naturalist at the Parking area at Ash Cave for a hike to experience the return of the spring warblers and other avian species. Hocking Hills State Park is one of the best places for birding due to the unique ecosystem of the gorge and this program is for the beginner or long-time birder. Bring alone binoculars and a cool drink and come dressed for the weather. Call 740-385-6841 for more information; FREE.

Lancaster Handmade Market Season Opening

Corner of Broad and Main Streets, Lancaster, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Join us under the trees on the second Saturday of the each month for our Handmade Market of locally made Arts & Crafts. We meet at the corner of Broad and Main in downtown Lancaster. Call 740-438-8897 for more information.

Migration Birdwalk

Lake Hope State Park, McArthur 9 a.m. - 12 noon

Meet at the Hope Furnace parking lot in search of spring migrants and to celebrate International Migratory Bird Day along the Hocking Valley Birding Trail. Call 740-596-3030 for more information; FREE.

Kleinmaier State Nature Preserve Hike with AOA

2455 Pump Station Road, Berne, 10 a.m.

Explore Kleinmaier State Nature Preserve and enjoy a naturalist-led hike to view the spring wildflower show. Jeff Johnson, ODNR Natural Areas Preserve Manager, will lead this event. Visit with members of the Kleinmaier family who donated the property to AOA. The slopes are full of blooms including trillium, jack in the pulpit, solomon seal, and many others. We will look for the pink lady slipper orchids which are coming up. Native azaleas and rhododendrons are also located on the preserve.

Pack a sack lunch as we will take a break to eat and enjoy the peace and serenity of the deep forest environs. Afterwards, participants are invited to roam the site and help remove any of the garlic mustard we find that is invading the site and choking out the wildflowers. We will provide bags and gloves for collection. FREE.

Wild Turkey Festival Quilt Show

United Methodist Church, 200 S. Market Street, McArthur, 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.

Fourth Annual Local Marbles Tournament

Fairfield County Fairgrounds, 157 E Fair Ave, Lancaster, 10 a.m.

Come out and watch the local qualifier as children ages 7- 14 compete for spots in the National Tournament, held June 22-25 in Wildwood, N.J. Contact Bill Eckman at 740-653 for more information; FREE.

Vinton County Wild Turkey Festival

Downtown McArthur, 11 a.m. - 11 p.m.

Wild Turkey Calling Contest

VFW McArthur Post 5299, 410 Veterans Memorial Drive, 1 p.m.

What would the Wild Turkey Festival be without a calling contest? Hear calls such as adult hen assembly call, cutting of an excited hen, kee kee run, plain yelp, cluck, purr and fly down cackle. There are three divisions with prizes and awards to the top three in each. Call 800-596-4459 for more information; COST: $15-20 entry fee depending on division.

Open Studio

Dairy Barn Arts Center, 8000 Dairy Lane, Athens, 1 - 5 p.m.

The art room, ceramics studio and wheels are open to the public most Saturdays. There will be simple projects ideas prepared for folks looking to make something. Great activity for the entire family... walk-ins welcome. Also, folks can bring their own project ideas and purchase materials a la cart if needed and receive guidance. Call 740-592-4981 for more information; FREE.

American Legion Baked Steak Dinner

American Legion Post 78, 12845 State Route 664 S, Logan, 4 - 7 p.m.

The Auxiliary of American Legion Post 78 puts on this delicious baked steak dinner on the 2nd Saturday of each month. Come join us for a good meal, with the proceeds helping our community & supporting two Legion baseball teams. Call 740-385-8811 for more information; COST: $7.

Sweet Second Saturday

The Ridge Inn Restaurant, 16178 Pike St., Laurelville, 5 - 8 p.m.

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. Call 740-332-0300 for more information.

Live Music at Shade Winery

Shade Winery, 401 Gilkey Ridge Road, Shade, 6-8 p.m.

Enjoy live music as you taste various local wines. Celebrate Mother's Day Weekend as we launch an exciting new local band, The Come On Come Ons. This group consists of singer KC Waltz (Voodoo Birds), Bill Rawlins on drums (Broken Ring, Keesey Band), Roman Warmke on bass (Voodoo Birds, The Royales) and Dave Wooster on guitar (Leave Corp.). Call 740-696-1323 for more information; FREE.

Live Music at Hocking Hills Winery

Hocking Hills Winery, 30402 Freeman Road, Logan, 6 - 9 p.m.

Join the Hocking Hills Winery for an evening of live music, wine and relaxing with the sounds of Peter Conrad. Bring your own appetizers or food, call for a pizza delivery or just enjoy the music. Call 740- 385-7117 for more information; FREE.

SUNDAY, MAY 10

Vinton County Wild Turkey Festival

Downtown McArthur 11 a.m. - 11 p.m.

Wild Turkey Festival Quilt Show

United Methodist Church, 200 S. Market Street, McArthur, 12:30 - 4 p.m.

Mother's Day Buffet at Hocking Hills Dining Lodge

20020 State Route 664 South, Logan, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Come join us for a very special Mother's Day Sunday buffet. No reservations required. Call 740-380-0400 for more information; COST: $23.95/adults, $12.95/ages 5-12.

Mother's Day Grand Buffet at The Olde Dutch

12791 St. Rt. 664 South, Logan, 10:30 a.m. - 7 p.m.

Mother's Day Grand Buffet: carved ham, broasted chicken, roast beef, roast turkey , ham loaf, chicken livers, cabbage rolls ,macaroni & cheese, sweet potato casserole, chicken & noodles, stuffing, assorted vegetables, homemade rolls, cheesy potato soup, super salad bar, pie (coconut cream, peanut butter cream, strawberry cream, dutch apple, pecan & sugar free), bread pudding, apple crisp & strawberry mousse. Drink is included and moms receive a free" carnation. Call 740-385-1000 for more information; COST: $15.99/adults, $4.99/kids 3-10, FREE/kids under 3.

Mother's Day Buffet at Lee's Banquet Haus

580 Radio Lane, Logan, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.

All-You-Can-Eat Buffet iIncludes: broasted chicken, roast beef, roast turkey, carved pit ham, whipped potatoes, scalloped potatoes, vegetables, salads, rolls and full assortment of desserts. COST: $15.95/adults.

Mother's Day Brunch at Inn & Spa at Cedar Falls

21190 St. Rt. 374, Logan, 11:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. seatings

Mother's Day Brunch is a family fun affair! Begin your meal family style with our Inn's pastry basket, fresh fruit, inn-made granola and raspberry yogurt. Entrée choices include: caramelized onion & feta quiche, pan roasted tilapia topped with pineapple salsa & herb roasted potatoes & green beans or pork chop with apricot glaze served with herb roasted potatoes & green beans. A sweet ending to your meal is either mixed berry cobbler w/ vanilla bean ice cream or strawberry cake w/ strawberry icing. Call 800-653-2557 for reservations or more information; COST: $21/adults, $12/children 12 & under.

Mother's Day Fine Dining at Glenlaurel

14940 Mt. Olive Rd., Rockbridge, 1 and 5 p.m. seatings

Looking for a truly magnificent gift for your Mother? Spoil her (and yourself!) with an amazing gourmet meal at Glenlaurel. We're accepting reservations for a 1 p.m. seating for a four-course lunch and a 5 p.m. seating for a six-course fine dining experience that's sure to delight. Call 1-800-809-7378 or 740-385-2951 ext 306 for more information and to make a reservation; COST: $39/lunch and $49/dinner.

Second Sunday Beadmaking

Ohio Glass Museum, 124 W. Main Street, Lancaster, 1 - 4 p.m.

Watch engaging demos, or choose to try it yourself! Join us on a new monthly creative adventure! Theresa Cress-Sharp will be narrating and performing live glass beadmaking demonstrations as part of your OGM tour on the Second Sunday of each month. You'll see rods of beautifully colored glass become molten and shaped into intricate beads! Call 740-687-0101 for more information; COST: $20.

MONDAY, MAY 11

Gospel Sing & Carry-In

Scenic Hills Senior Center, 187 S. Spring Street, Logan, 5 p.m.

Enjoy and evening of gospel music that you can sing along to. Bring a covered dish to share. Call 740-385-6581 for more information. FREE.

Book Club at the Library

Logan-Hocking County District Library, 230 E. Main Street, Logan, 5 - 7 p.m.

Book Club meets the second Monday of every month. Book to be discussed on May 11 is Never Let Me Go by Kazuo Inshguro. Call 740-385-2348 for more information; FREE.

TUESDAY, MAY 12

Photography Group

The Bowen House, 196 North Market Street, Logan 7 - 8:30 p.m.

Hocking photography enthusiasts welcome visitors to join them for inspiration, encouragement & some shop talk under the mentorship of noted photographer, Dennis Savage. Call 740-385-0344 for more information; FREE.

THURSDAY, MAY 14

Kidpalooza

Logan Vineyard Church, 1593 East Front Street, Logan, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

The 17^th Annual Kidpalooza is a free event for kids and families. Music, bounce house, games, inflatable slides, washboard train rides, crafts and storytellers. Special appearances by Paddington Bear and Spiderman. Drawings at 1:45 PM for canoe trip, Kings Island Tickets, gift certificates to local merchants, Dairy Queen Cake and more. Call 740-380-1315 for more information; FREE.

Arsenic and Old Lace

Stuart's Opera House, 52 Public Square, Nelsonville, 8 p.m.

ABC Players present Arsenic and Old Lace by Joseph Kesselring. Directed by James Euto. Meet the charming and innocent ladies who populate their cellar with the remains of socially and religiously "acceptable" roomers. Call 740-753-1924 for more information; COST: $10 advance * $12 at the door * $7 student.

FRIDAY, MAY 15

Furs, Feathers, Feet & Fangs

Naturalist Cabin, Hocking Hills State Park, State Route 664 South, Logan, 2 p.m.

Join the naturalist at the Naturalist Cabin located behind the Old Man's Cave Visitor Center to discover the many special wildlife adaptations and discuss how to search for signs of the many species here at Hocking Hills. Call 740-385-6841 for more information; FREE.

Arsenic and Old Lace

Stuart's Opera House, 52 Public Square, Nelsonville, 8 p.m.

SATURDAY, MAY 16

14th Annual Cruise with Scenic Hills Senior Center

Walmart, 12910 State Route 664 South, Logan, 9 a.m. - 12 noon

Registration from 9-11 a.m.; judging starts at 11:30; Music by DJ "Chuck Anthony, Child of the 60s". Line Dancing Demonstration, Raffle Prizes, Walmart Food Booth. 20+ Trophies, with cash awards for 1st, 2nd & 3rd place. Call 740-385-6581 for more information; COST: $10 to enter the contests.

Wonders of Old Man's Cave

Hocking Hills State Park, State Route 664 South, Logan, 10 a.m.

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. Call 740-385-6841 for more information; FREE.

Crab & Company Cooking Demonstration

Shaw's Restaurant and Inn, 123 North Broad Street, Lancaster, 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Join us for this demonstration featuring hot and sour soup with crab, grilled avocados stuffed with crab mango salsa, pasta with crab and radicchio, chives & house-preserved lemon vinaigrette. Classes are limited to 14 students and you must be 11 years or older. Call 800-654-2477 for more information; COST: $55

Hocking's Birds of Prey

Naturalist Cabin at Old Man's Cave Visitors Center. Hocking Hills State Park, State Route 664 South, Logan, 2 p.m.

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 hawks, owls, eagles and vultures. Call 740-385-6841 for more information; FREE.

Live Music at Shade Winery

Shade Winery, 401 Gilkey Ridge Road, Shade, 6-8 p.m.

Enjoy live music as you taste various local wines. Cee Cee Miller performs on stage. Call 740-696-1323 for more information; FREE.

Arsenic and Old Lace

Stuart's Opera House, 52 Public Square, Nelsonville, 8 p.m.

SUNDAY, MAY 17

Arsenic and Old Lace

Stuart's Opera House, 52 Public Square, Nelsonville, 2 p.m.

Mercer Woods Wildflower Hike with AOA

9016 Buckeye-Troxel Road (just southeast of Sugar Grove), 10 a.m.

This is the first opportunity for the public to visit one of AOA's newest preserves, Mercer Woods. Join us as noted naturalist and AOA friend Paul Knoop leads a late-spring tour of the mature forests and wildflower covered slopes. Mercer Woods is located in the scenic Hocking River valley in the northern extent of the Hocking Hills. The 116-acre parcel includes typical Hocking Hills landscape features including sandstone outcrops and a small stream gorge, as well as a wide variety of habitats.

Pack a sack lunch as we will break to eat and enjoy the peace and serenity of the deep forest environs. Afterwards, participants are invited to roam the site with AOA volunteers and help remove the garlic mustard we find that is invading portions of the site and choking out the wildflowers. We will provide bags and gloves for collection. Call 334 399-2345 for more information; FREE.

Farmers' Markets

WEDNESDAYS, THURSDAYS and SATURDAYS - Athens Farmers Market. 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. Hours are 9 a.m. - 12 noon on Wednesdays and Saturdays and 4 - 7 p.m. on Thursdays. Location: Market on State, 1002 E. State St., Athens; for more info call 740-593-6763 or visit athensfarmersmarket.org.

FRIDAY, SATURDAY & SUNDAY - Flea & Farmers' Market at Hocking Hills Market; US 33, Rockbridge. This is a large flea market with many outside and inside vendors every weekend - Friday through Sunday - featuring unique items, antiques, collectibles, beautiful crafts and outstanding in-season produce. . HELD INDOORS OVER THE WINTER TOWARDS THE BACK OF THE MARKET.

FRIDAYS - Bremen Farmers Produce Auction. Locally grown fresh produce, sold in individual and bulk lots. Auctions every Friday at noon, with Tuesday auctions also at noon starting May 19.

Location: 1511 Mt. Zwingli Rd, Bremen. Call 740-569-7351 for more information

SATURDAYS - Lancaster Farmers Market. Open 8 a.m. - 12 noon through October 31 at the corner of Memorial Drive and Wheeling Street (Government Services parking lot). Call 740-569-4563 or visit www.lancasterohfarmersmarket.org for more information.

Ongoing Events

MONDAY AND THURSDAYS AND OTHERS BY APPOINTMENT - 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 class, offered at 11 a.m. and 1,3 and 5 p.m.; call for reservations - 740-385-1384; Liquid Light Gallery, 18345 Unger Rd, Logan

TUESDAYS - Science with Mr. Harry at the Logan Library; Join Mr. Harry every Tuesday from 3 - 4:30 p.m. in the Children's Library and explore the world of science. Every age is the right age to learn! Logan Library, 230 East Main Street, Logan. FREE

TUESDAYS AND WEDNESDAYS - Story Time at the Logan Library; Bring your children to the Logan Library every Tuesday and Wednesday for an hour of story time. Times are 6:15 p.m. on Tuesday and 10 a.m. on Wednesdays. Logan Library, 230 East Main Street, Logan. FREE

TUESDAYS AND THURSDAYS - After School Art with Art & Clay on Main; Join us every Tuesday and Thursday for a fun-filled hour of art instruction that many children do not otherwise have access to. Artists in grades 1 - 7 explore different mediums, dabble in art history and create personal masterpieces in just one session. Join us for every class or simply attend when your schedule allows! 4 - 5 p.m. Art & Clay on Main, 150 West Main St., Lancaster, 740-653-1755, $10 per class.

FIRST AND THIRD WEDNESDAYS - Doodle Bugs - 10 a.m.; FREE art club for newborns, infants and toddlers up to age 3. Meeting the first and third Wednesdays of each month. Participants can come anytime between 10 a.m. and 12 noon. Toddlers will explore the fun of art hands-on and take home a masterpiece! Newborns and infants will have hands and feet painted for creative keepsakes. Sponsored by the Hocking County Early Childhood Department, Help Me Grow & Early Intervention. Hocking County Library, 230 E. Main Street, Logan; Call Stephanie at 740-380-1315 for more information.

WEDNESDAYS - Quilt Therapy - 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.; Every Wednesday our classroom is open all day for anyone who wants to come and sew. Bring a project, even one you are having struggles with and one of our folks will be happy to help you. It is a fun day to come and be with other quilters. Lunch is on your own. Nelsonville Quilt Company, 52 W Washington St, Nelsonville; call 740-753-3343 for more info; FREE

WEDNESDAYS - Yoga in the Hills; 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! 5 to 6 p.m. Visit http://www.massageyogacenter.com/ for locations details. Blue Valley Massage & Traveling Spa, 888-74-PEACE (747-3223); COST: $10

THURSDAYS - Yarn Lovers Unite; Members are invited to join at the library to work on various projects and share techniques and progress. Anyone who knits, croquets or sews is invited to attend. All are welcome regardless of experience and ability, as this is a chance to share and learn. 1 p.m. Call 740-385-2348 for more information; Logan-Hocking County Library, 230 E. Main Street, Logan, FREE.

THURSDAYS -- Beginner Electronics Help; A free course to help patrons become more familiar with computers, tablets, e-readers, and other devices that they have wanted to use but with which they have not felt comfortable. 3 - 4 p.m. Logan-Hocking County Library, 230 E. Main Street, Logan. Call 740-385-2348 for more information; FREE.

THURSDAYS - Yoga at the Bowen House - 6 p.m.; Join Yoga instructor Elle Delmatto every Thursday at 6 p.m. Class fee is $6. Class is open to all. No pre-registration is necessary. The Bowen House Community Center for Arts & Education, 196 N Market St, Logan; call 740-385-0344 for more info.

FRIDAYS AND SATURDAYS - New exhibits upstairs in the main building include a replica of a one-room schoolhouse, a sewing circle, and a toyshop area. Watch for the surprise exhibit in the front yard! Museum hours are 1 - 4 p.m. Friday and Saturday, through October. Hocking County Historical Society Museum, 64 North Culver St., Logan; call 740-385-6026 for more information.

FRIDAYS, SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS - Hocking Hills Artists and Craftsmen Marketplace. The Hocking Hills Artists and Craftsmen Association has had such success with special weekend shows that it is making the marketplace a regular event. Open Friday 4 - 8 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. at the Hocking Hills Dining Lodge, 20020 State Route 664 South.

Call 740-707-0246 for more information.

TUESDAYS through SUNDAYS - Through the Looking Glass; Reflections on the many uses of glass in science, industry, transportation, healthcare, technology, and many other aspects of our daily lives. Lancaster Glass Collection, Scientific Glass, American Scientific Glassblowers Society, The Ohio State University, Radio Tubes, Cameras and items from the OGM archives and from the collection of friends of the museum. 1 - 4 p.m., Ohio Glass Museum, 124 W. Main St., Lancaster. Call 740-687-0101 for more information. $6 admission.

DAILY through May 15 - Blue Shoe artist Petricher Plumage displays his artwork. Art & Clay on Main, 150 W. Main Street, Lancaster. Hours are M-Th 7 a.m. - 6 p.m., Friday 7 a.m. - 10 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m.-8 p.m., Sunday 12 noon - 4 p.m. Call 740-653-1755 for more information.

DAILY through May 17 - A Tradition of Progress: Ohio Decorative Arts 1860-1945 tells the story of Ohio through decorative arts objects, starting with the Civil War era and concluding with the event that marked the true beginning of the modern era-World War II. This time period was perhaps the most transformative in American history. Ohio artists, artisans, designers, and manufacturers played a very important role in this transformation. The exhibition will include more than 150 splendid pieces of furniture, glass, ceramics, metalwork, and textiles. Decorative Arts Center of Ohio, 145 E. Main St., Lancaster; call 740-681-1423 for more information. FREE.

DAILY through May 24 - Starbrick Gallery presents Happiness is... The Children's Art Show, an exhibit by area elementary & middle school artists, curated by their art teachers. A Must See! Also featuring local Athens high school regional finalists of the Governors Youth Art Show in the windows at Starbrick Gallery. Hours are: Monday to Saturday 10 to 5 and Sunday noon to 5. Call 740-753-1011 or visit www.starbrick.com for more information. 21 W. Columbus Street (on the square), Nelsonville.

BY APPOINTMENT - Stained Glass Workshop; 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 three miles east of Ash Cave at Scenic Way Gifts and Art Glass Studio. Call for additional days and times.

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 - Monday - Saturday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Sunday 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.; 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 (Monday - Saturday) - 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 a.m., noon, and 2 p.m.; Saturdays by appointment. Special arrangements will be made for large groups. Museum hours are Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Saturday by appointment. Tours are $4 which includes souvenir magnet. Columbus Washboard Factory, 14 Gallagher Ave, Logan; 740-380-3828.