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Events Calendar for the Hocking Hills Region
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 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) 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) 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 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) 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)
May 16 (Thu)
May 17 (Fri)
May 18 (Sat)
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.
May 19 (Sun)
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) 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 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
May 17 (Fri) Free Movie The Making of The Doors
8pm. Free Movie Night The Making of The Doors. Complete with
brand new interviews with band members and special guests, this
documentary gives a rare look into the inner workings of the
legendary Doors.
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 18 (Sat) Wildflowers
1pm. Enjoy the wildflowers on a moderately difficult 2-mile hike.
Meet Creekside Meadows 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 18 (Sat) Wahkeena Nature Walk Birding by Ear for Beginners
810-950am. Tree leaves are out and the birds are hidden, so it is
time to warm up our ears. Geared for beginning birders, we will
focus on just a few birds with distinctive calls. Learn mnemonic
devices and other tricks to identify songbirds by their calls.
Binoculars optional. 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 18 (Sat) Adventure Hike
Join Metro Parks Director John O'Meara for a 5 five-hour fast-paced
hike through the rugged hills of Clear Creek. Meet Creekside
Meadows Parking Lot. Adults only. Not Wheelchair Accessible.
Maximum of 40 people. Registration closes May 17th, 2013.
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 18 (Sat)
May 19 (Sun)
Pre-Season Train
1 pm. Our pre-season trains are more abbreviated versions of our
normal seasonal Saturday and Sunday trains as there is no Robbins
Crossing stop. Both trains will depart the Nelsonville Depot at 100
p.m. for a round-trip ride to East Logan. Narration will be provided
during the ride to point out locations of interest, such as the
historic Hocking Canal Lock No. 19, historic buildings of note in
Haydenville, as well as the history of the railroad and area.
Open-air cars and enclosed coaches will be available and the
enclosed cars heated if weather requires. Duration of ride
Approximately one and a half hours. Adult $16. Senior $14. Child
$11.
Cost: $16-11 per person
Contact: Hocking Valley Scenic Railway, Phone: 740-753-9531
Location: PO Box 427, Nelsonville Ohio
Distance from Frontier Log Cabins: about 25 miles
May 18 (Sat) 6th Annual Hocking Hills Spring Poker Run
9am - 7pm. An unforgettable 100 miles through five State Parks
located in the awe-inspiring Hocking Hills. Whether by motorcycle
or vehicle you will enjoy the beauty of spring wildflowers, flowering
trees and thundering waterfalls along the way. More than $3000 in
prizes were awarded at the 2012 Hocking Hills Spring Poker Run.
All proceeds will fund projects in the Hocking Hills State Park.
Cost: $20-30 entry fee
Contact: Hocking Hills State Park, Phone: 800-462-5464
Location: Lake Logan State Park, State Route 278 South, Logan
Ohio (740-385-6842)
Distance from Frontier Log Cabins: about 13 miles
May 18 (Sat) 3rd Annual Meet Me on Main Street
130pm. The theme will be Faces of the Fifties/Sixties. Such local
personalities of the period as Leon Eichel, Art Gasser, Lester Risch
and Sissy Grandy will be portrayed. These were the faces of Main
Street Logan Ohio in the 1950s. Meander on Main for an hour and
see historical building signage and historic autos on Main Street
then gather at Worthington Park at 3pm for a concert featuring the
memorable music of the Beatles as presented by The Lennon
Orchestra chairs recommended. For more information contact
http//logantowncenter.com/index.html
Cost: Minimal Cost
Contact: Logan Town Center, Phone: 740-385-4781
Location: Main & Market Streets, Logan Ohio (740-380-1555)
Distance from Frontier Log Cabins: about 16 miles
May 18 (Sat) You re A Good Man, Charlie Brown
1130-145pm. Start your Meet Me on Main Street Festivities with
The Logan Theatre Group performing the musical, You re A Good
Man, Charlie Brown. Performance$12. A picnic style lunch is
available for $10. Performance and lunch $20. Please call to make
reservations, limited seating. The time 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: $12-20/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 18 (Sat) Free Movie-Amazing Journey-Story of the Who
8pm. Free Movie Night Amazing Journey The Story of The
Who.Stop in and enjoy a back room showing of this
Grammy-nominated documentary about one of the most celebrated
rock bands of all time.
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 18 (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 18 (Sat) Uncle Bucks 15 Year Anniversary Party
6pm. Music begins. Colin John with Long Tall Deb, Donna
Mogavero, Blues Cowboys with special guest John Wetzel, Raggedy
Edge. Hosted by Carlin Hagerty. Help us celebrate 15 years on the
Trail. BBQ and Cold Beer Available.
Cost: $10 per person
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 18 (Sat) License to Grill Cooking Class
1030am - 1230pm. Hands on style class. Grilled Beer Bread with
Caramelized Onions and Blue Cheese, Grilled Avocados Stuffed
with Grilled Shrimp-Mango Salsa, Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Skewers
with Romesco Sauce. 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 18 (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 19 (Sun) Frogs, Turtles, and Snakes, Oh My
2pm. Take a 1/3-mile walk along the boardwalk at Buzzards Roost
Lake to look for bullfrogs, painted turtles, and water snakes. All
ages. Meet Buzzards Roost Picnic Area. Fully Wheelchair Accessible.
Cost: Free Event
Contact: Slate Run Metro Park, Phone: 614-508-8111
Location: 1375 State Route 674 N., Canal Winchester Ohio
Distance from Frontier Log Cabins: about 20 miles
May 19 (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 20 (Mon) Nature Fun For Little Ones-Looking Around the Lake
10am and 1pm. We will look for turtles, frogs, and snakes as we
take a short walk around Buzzards Roost Lake. Craft included. Ages
3-6. Meet Buzzards Roost Picnic Area. Fully Wheelchair Accessible.
Cost: Free Event
Contact: Slate Run Metro Park, Phone: 614-508-8111
Location: 1375 State Route 674 N., Canal Winchester Ohio
Distance from Frontier Log Cabins: about 20 miles
May 20 (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 20 (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 20 (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 21 (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 21 (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 21 (Tue) Planting with Kellie
10am. After breakfast you will join Kellie, Inn Gardener
extroidinaire, and help her plant the Innâ¿¿s vegetable garden.
This is weather permitting of course (although Kellie does tend to
work in a light rain). There is no charge for this. In exchange for
your hard labor, we will treat you to lunch made by Chef Anthony.
Cost: Free Event and Free Lunch
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 21 (Tue) Designated Space at Donkey Coffee
9 pm. Every Tuesday night the stage is open for Designated Space,
Donkey's own poetry, prose, and spoken word open stage. This
event has become attractive to many in the writing and literature
community and is a great venue for exchanging a variety of ideas
and writings or some fun entertainment.
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 22 (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 22 (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 22 (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 22 (Wed)
May 23 (Thu)
May 24 (Fri)
May 25 (Sat)
May 26 (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 22 (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 23 (Thu)
May 24 (Fri)
May 25 (Sat)
May 26 (Sun)
May 27 (Mon)
Moonshine Festival
5 pm on Thu/Fri and Noon on Sat/Sun/Mon. Located in the rolling
hills of Southeastern Ohio, the festival features a variety of events
including a working Moonshine Still Display, local history museum,
flea market vendors, moonshine burgers, moonshine pie,
moonshine doggies, carnival rides and games, free entertainment
including Grand Ole Opry Show on Sunday, good food, souvenirs,
talent show, Cruise-In, and 2 parades concluding with the Grand
Parade on Memorial Day.
Cost: Fee
Contact: Moonshine Festival, Phone: 740-394-2838
Location: 1 Main Street, New Straitsville Ohio
Distance from Frontier Log Cabins: about 25 miles
May 23 (Thu)
May 24 (Fri)
May 25 (Sat)
Feast of the Flowering Moon Festival
12-10:30 pm Fri, 9 am - 10:30 pm Sat, and 9 am - 6 pm Sun.
Chillicothe, Ohio's first capital city, rich in Indian history, hosts the
annual Feast of the Flowering Moon Festival. Started in 1984, the
festival draws crowds of approximately 85,000. Yoctangee Park, in
historic downtown, makes a perfect setting for this family oriented
three-day event featuring Native American music, dancing, traders
and exhibits, a mountain men encampment rendezvous with
working craftsmen and demonstrations, an extensive arts and
crafts show with over 80 crafter's and commercial exhibits.
Entertainment is continuous on the main stage with good food, fun,
games and contests for the whole family to enjoy. This is an
educational experience for the entire family. Handicap parking is
available at the Feast. The handicap parking will be from the Alley
of West Water (by crafts etc & glad tidings) to Walnut St. All events
are FREE to the public.
Cost: Free
Contact: Feast of the Flowering Moon Festival, Phone:
740-887-2979
Location: Yoctangee Park, Chillicothe Ohio (800-413-4118)
Distance from Frontier Log Cabins: about 18 miles
May 23 (Thu)
May 24 (Fri)
May 25 (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 23 (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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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
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hocking hills weekend update April 18, 2013

WEEKEND UPDATE April 18, 2013   UPCOMING SATURDAY, April 27th - First Annual Grandma Emma Gatewood Day - 6:30pm; Celebrate the life of the first lady of Ohio hiking with a Twilight Hike of Ash Cave led by State Park Naturalist Pat Quackenbush.  Once in Ash Cave you will "meet" Grandma Gatewood.  Emma Gatewood gained international fame when she became the first woman to hike the entire Appalachian Trail (all 2,180 miles) solo and she was 67 years young when she made the historic hike.  Grandma Gatewood was also a primary founder of the Buckeye Trail, Ohio's official hiking trail system.  Her favorite place to hike was Hocking Hills and the Grandma Gatewood Trail takes hikers from Old Man's Cave to Ash Cave.  On December 20, 2012 Governor John Kasich signed HB 492 establishing April 27th as Grandma Emma Gatewood Day.  April 27th was selected as the day to honor the first lady of Ohio hiking because on April 27, 1967 Governor James Rhodes signed legislation making the Buckeye Trail the official hiking trail of Ohio.  Meet at the Ash Cave parking area.Hocking Hills State Park, Ash Cave, State Route 56; call 740-385-2750 for more info. THURSDAY, April 18th - Rip & Strip Class at The Bowen House - 7pm; Learn how to knit, crochet, hook or braid with recycled items.  The Bowen House Community Center for Arts and Education, 196 N Market Street, Logan; 740-385-0344, www.bowenhouse.org; FREE FRIDAY, April 19th - SUNDAY, April 21st - 12th Annual Shoot the Hills Photography Competition - noon Friday - 4pm Sunday; All photographers are invited to join Ohio's largest photo contest held annually in the Hocking Hills Region.  The contest primarily promotes nature photography. Prizes will be awarded to winners at the conclusion of the 3-day photography event.  $20 - $45; Camp Oty'Okwa, 24799 Purcell Rd, So Bloomingville (near Conkles Hollow); call 740-774-6243 for more info.  Registration and Rule of Contest available online at www.shootthehills.com FRIDAY, April 19th - Jeweled Dragons - 2pm; Join the Naturalist for a closer look at Hocking's not-so-mythical dragonflies & damselflies. These flying, crawling & swimming insects lead an amazing life that we can peek in on. Meet at the main playground in the camp (near site #143) for a short stroll down to Rose Lake.  Hocking Hills State Park, State Route 664 S, Park Office; call 740-385-6841 for more info; FREE FRIDAY, April 19th - Appalachian Spring, Music of the Little Cities: Coal Dust, Culture and Cause for Congregation! - 7:30pm; Stuart's Opera House welcomes the "Academy Awards" of the Little Cities of Black Diamonds (without the fancy clothes) featuring such musical treats as Adam Remnant, the Adelphi Community Band (established 1880), Jack Wright and his music of coal, vocalist Sharrell Anderson Lorocho and violinist Tiffany Rowland.  Living History character and Stuart's owner George Stuart returns to MC.  Doors open at 6PM with desserts, snacks and our thematic exhibit in the lobby. The show begins at 7:30PM.  Tickets are $10 in advance and $15 at the door.  Tickets for Children 12 and under are $5 in advance and $10 at the door.  You can purchase tickets by contacting the Little Cities of Black Diamonds office at 740-394-3011, at Tish's Treasures on Public Square in Nelsonville or through pay pal by clicking here.   More information about the event and other activities on Appalachian Spring weekend is available at www.littlecitiesofblackdiamonds.org. SATURDAY, April 20th - 8th Annual Little Cities Tour de Forest Benefit Bicycle Ride - 7am; The non-competitive ride will support the heritage and environmental education efforts of the Little Cities of the Black Diamonds Council and the Little Cities of the Forest Collaborative.  The event is part of this year's 11th Annual Little Cities Appalachian Spring celebration in the Athens County community of Nelsonville, the crossroads of the Hocking Valley Coal Boom Era (1870-1930) that created dozens of "Little Cities of Black Diamonds."  Tour de Forest offers multiple distances and challenge levels to accommodate both serious bicyclists and leisure riders. New routes for this year's ride include high challenge Metric Century (62 miles) and Century (100 miles) rides with period opera houses in Nelsonville, Shawnee and McConnelsville featured.   Registration for this year's event - $20 to $30.  Departures begin at 7, 8, 9, 10 and 11AM on the day of the event.  Pre-registration is encouraged to assure adequate lunch and t-shirt options.  Helmets and signed Waiver of Liability forms are required.    Please visit www.tourdeforest.wordpress.com for on-line registration and route information.  Questions or registration by phone is available at 740-394-3011 or via e-mail at lcbd@ohiohills.com. SATURDAY, April 20th - Health & Fitness 5k Walk/Run - 9am; This 10th annual event is sponsored by the Hocking Co. Health Dept. and Southeast Ohio Regional Food Center as a fundraiser for the Southeast Ohio Foodbank.  You will be using the Logan High School Cross Country Course, and a course map will be available the morning of the race.  As a bonus, bring a canned food item for the SE Ohio Foodbank and you will be entered into a drawing to win a gift basket!   $15 before April 12; $20 after; 740-385-3030 x252 / http://www.hockingcountyhealthdepartment.com/hchd/ SATURDAY, April 20th - Wildflowers and Waterfalls Hike - 10am; Observe nature's carpet of wildflowers and sparkling waterfalls in the beautiful Hocking Hills. Meet at the Ash Cave parking lot for this annual event.  Hocking Hills State Park, Ash Cave, State Route 56; call 740-385-6841 for more info; FREE Saturday, April 20 - Pedals, Pipes and Pizza! - 10 AM to 12:30 PM;  Free event for Kids in grades 7 through 12 and their families.   Did you know the pipe organ is known as the "King or Instruments?"  This will be a rare opportunity to see firsthand all the amazing pedals, pipes, and pieces that make up this great instrument and learn the history of pipe organs at the same time.  Free pizza and refreshments will follow the program.  Tour begins at St. John Catholic Church at 351 N. Market Street and concludes down the block at the First Presbyterian Church, 2 W. Hunter St.  Sponsored by the Southeast Ohio Chapter of the American Guild of Organists.  Get the details and register online at www.jeffdaubenmire.com  SATURDAY, April 20th - 31st Annual Trillium Festival - 10:30am; Naturalist-guided hikes will explore Mathias gorge and highlight the gorgeous spring wildflower show.   Please join us for a fun day of hiking, fellowship, food and ice cream and enjoy the wonderful spring floral display at Mathias Grove.  The Trillium Festival features a "pot luck" meal and ice cream social.  Participants should bring a "covered" dish to share.  This event is free and open to the public.  The Festival will be held rain or shine so please come prepared and dress appropriately for hiking and the weather.  The wildflowers are coming up and we expect another fabulous show.  The Appalachia Ohio Alliance - in conjunction with the host Gosnell and Davidson families - is sponsoring the 31st annual Trillium Festival.  For more information contact Clyde Gosnell at 740-983-2487, Steve Goodwin at 740-817-1759 or Steve Fleegal at 334-399-2345.  Mathias Grove, 25779 Bailey Road, Rockbridge SATURDAY, April 20th - You're A Good Man Charlie Brown - 6:00pm; Produced by the The Logan Theatre Group.  This musical follows "an average day in the life of Charlie Brown."   It is really just that - a day made up of little moments picked from all the days of Charlie Brown, from Valentine's Day to the baseball season, from wild optimism to utter despair, all mixed in with the lives of his friends and strung together on the string of a single day, from bright uncertain morning to hopeful starlit evening.  Chef Miller plans to serve a 50's diner-style buffet that will be topped off with a make-it-yourself ice cream sundae bar. $25; Grouse Nest Restaurant, 25780 Liberty Hill Rd., S. Bloomingville; call 740-332-1902 for more info. Additional performance dates/times follow: Saturday, April 27, 2013 - 7pm The Stagecoach, 225 East Main Street, Logan, OH "Food to bring the kid out in ya" (no vegan options) provided by Logan Public Transit who will receive 50% of proceeds Call 740-583-9475 for reservations, limited seating, $20 per person. Saturday, May 4, 2013 - 6pm dinner, 7pm performance The Stagecoach, 225 East Main Street, Logan, OH Picnic-style food with vegetarian options Call 740-583-9475 for reservations, limited seating, $10 dinner, $12 performance or $20 for both.  Saturday, May 11, 2013 - 2 pm The Stagecoach, 225 East Main Street, Logan, OH "Food to bring the kid out in ya" (no vegan options) provided by Special Friends who will receive 50% of proceeds Call 740-583-9475 for reservations, limited seating, $20 per person. Saturday, May 18, 2013 - 11:30am lunch, 12:00pm performance The Stagecoach, 225 East Main Street, Logan, OH Picnic-style food with vegetarian options Call 740-583-9475 for reservations, limited seating, $10 dinner, $12 performance or $20 for both.  Contact the Logan Theatre Group at 740-583-9475 or logantheatregroup@gmail.com for additional information. Revised Based on The Comic Strip "Peanuts" by Charles M. Schulz. Book, Music and Lyrics by Clark M. Gesner. Additional Dialogue by Michael Mayer. Additional Music and Lyrics by Andrew Lippa. Produced by arrangement with, and the music and dialogue material furnished by Tams-Witmark Music Library, Inc.  SATURDAY, April 20th - Ohio Valley Opry presents Mike Morrison and Sam Clark - 7pm (doors open at 6pm); Mike Morrison is a tremendous country music singer from Marietta, Ohio, and has made numerous appearances on the show. An all-around nice guy, his terrific personality matches his talent, which makes him a crowd favorite at the OVO.  Sam Clark, like Morrison, is a repeat performer on the OVO, but hasn't appeared for a few years. An accomplished musician, Clark has been the lead singer in bands from Ohio to Florida. Clark plays the guitar, mandolin, and dobro, but is most well-known for his bluesy harmonica playing.  Also appearing on the April 20th show will be OVO regulars- The Clark Family, The Siglers, Matt Coleman, and country comic- Uncle Doofus.  Tickets are just $8 at the door. Reserved seats are $10, and can be purchased in advance at the Morgan County Visitor Bureau at 21 West Main, McConnelsville.  Twin City Opera House, 15 W Main St. McConnelsville.  For more information, log onto www.ohiovalleyopry.com or call 740-962-4909. SATURDAY, April 20th - 6th Annual Spring EGGstravaganza - 9pm; Join us for this nighttime, adults only, flashlight-assisted egg hunt, with all proceeds going to the Hocking County Relay for Life organization.  Bring your own flashlight for a chance at many great prizes & lots of fun! Registration begins at 9 p.m. and participants must be 16 or older. $10; Hocking County Fairgrounds, 100 N Homer St, Logan; call 740-385-3764 for more info SUNDAY, April 21st - Hocking River Earth Day River Clean Up - 10am to 1pm; Celebrate Earth Day on the Hocking River. Will you find a tire, a stove, or maybe a glider? The hunt for the best trash pick up story is on! Paddle your canoe and gather trash along the river. Shuttles depart on the hour. Trash bags and gloves provided. Rain or shine, with alternate plans for high water.  Hocking Hills Canoe Livery, 12789 St. Rt. 664 S, Logan.  Call 740-385-0523 for more info; FREE SUNDAY, April 21st - Rhonda Vincent & The Rage - 2pm; Stuart's welcomes back the "new Queen of Bluegrass" Rhonda Vincent for a bluegrass matinee show! Vincent's career spans 24 albums and she has worked with everyone from Dolly Parton and George Jones to Faith Hill. She has received more than 40 awards, including 7 consecutive Female Vocalist of the Year awards from the International Bluegrass Music Association, plus multiple Grammy nominations.   Seats are reserved, so we suggest buying tickets in advance.  $25 - $35; Stuart's Opera House, 52 Public Square, Nelsonville.  Call 740-753-1924 or visit www.stuartsoperahouse.org for tickets and info. WEDNESDAY, April 24th - Jam Session at the Bowen House - 7pm; Bring your instrument and have fun playing with other musicians!  The Bowen House Community Art & Education Center, 192 N Market St, Logan; call 740-385-0344 or visit www.bowenhouse.org for more info. ONGOING: NOW Through April 27th - Logan-Hocking High School Art Show - Regular hours are 2pm to 5pm Tuesdays through Saturdays; closed Sundays and Mondays. The Bowen House Community Center for Arts and Education, 196 N Market Street, Logan; 740-385-0344, www.bowenhouse.org; FREE NOW through April 22nd - Another Night of Whiskey & Karaoke; Starbrick has some of the most outstanding artists in the region in their consignment gallery.  See their work and check out the Antique Furniture!  The art show will continue through April 22nd.  Monday - Saturday: 10am to 5pm, Sunday: noon to 5pm.  Starbrick Gallery, 21 W Columbus St, Nelsonville; 740-753-1011 or www.starbrick.com NEW AT M&M FAMILY DINER - Build Your Own Salad Bar - daily; includes your choice of soup or baked potato - one trip to build your salad and one trip to load your potato. $6.99; Additional trips extra. Friday evenings enjoy Fish Specials and Upscale Dinners. New Hours: Monday - Thursday 7am to 3pm; Friday 7am to 8pm; Saturday 7am to 3pm; Sunday 8am to 2pm. Hold your special event at M&M Diner. They will be happy to open for your group. Call Michelle for details. M&M Family Diner, 34 W Main St, Logan; 740-380-9181 MONDAYS - Airplane Rock Trek - 10am; Explore the trail to Airplane Rock then descend into Long Hollow and search out Chapel Cave. It's always a fantastic time of year to trek this two mile loop including the breathtaking view of Crane Hollow that you'll see from Airplane Rock. Your guides will interpret the diverse geology, biology and wildlife life found along the way. It's a fun, relaxing, educational way to spend a beautiful afternoon in the Hocking State Forest. $30 per person. We meet at the State Rappelling Area parking lot 30 minutes before departure. Be sure to review our website for FAQs and other things to bring. This is 2 1/2 to 3 hour trek. Reservations are required. Advance purchase required through our website; https://hockinghillsadventuretrek.com choose the "Book a Trek" tab from our home page. Call 740-777-2579 for more info. TUESDAYS - Big Spring and Table Rock Trek - 10am; Enjoy this naturalist led loop trek through the Hocking State Forest and take in some of the many geological landmarks including Table Rock, Amazing Grace, Big Spring & Bent Tree. This trek loops through the climbing and rappelling area and you may see all sorts of adventurers playing on rocks. $30 per person. We meet at the State Rappelling Area parking lot 30 minutes before departure. Be sure to review the rest of our website for FAQs and other things you'll need to know or bring. This is 2 1/2 to 3 hour trek. Reservations are required. Advance purchase required through our website; https://hockinghillsadventuretrek.com choose the "Book a Trek" tab from our home page. Call 740-777-2579 for more info. WEDNESDAYS - Chapel Cave Trek - 10am; Explore Long Hollow with a professional naturalist. It's always a fantastic time of year to trek this two mile loop, including a breathtaking box canyon and Chapel Cave. Your guides will interpret the diverse geology, biology and wildlife found along the way. It's an easy walk along a fairly wide trail with a few trees to step over, but generally easy to hike and completed in less than three hours. The ground can be a bit soft in some areas if there's recent rain, so be sure to wear good hiking shoes/boots. It's a fun, relaxing, educational way to spend a beautiful afternoon in the Hocking State Forest. We meet at the State Rappelling Area parking lot at 9:30am. Be sure to review the rest of our website for FAQs and other things you'll need to know or bring. This trek is only offered to able bodied, experienced hikers. $30 per person. Advance purchase required through our website; https://hockinghillsadventuretrek.com choose the "Book a Trek" tab from our home page. Call 740-777-2579 for more info. THURSDAYS - Spruce Hollow One-Way Trek - 10am; Our Spruce Hollow one-way trek is absolutely beautiful. We'll start at the top of Spruce Hollow and drop down in to this Hocking State Forest area. It's full of mature, open forest, fantastic geology, caves and waterfalls. Our one-way treks are designed for folks who are interested in swinging their arms a bit and covering some ground. One-way treks are different from our interpretive treks in that we make less frequent stops. Instead, our guides lead this one-way trek providing occasional interpretation on the move. We meet at the State Rappelling Area parking lot at 9:30am and carpool to the start and end points. Be sure to review the website for FAQs and other things you'll need to know or bring. This trek is only offered to able bodied, experienced hikers. $60 per person. Advance purchase required through our website; https://hockinghillsadventuretrek.com choose the "Book a Trek" tab from our home page. Call 740-777-2579 for more info. FRIDAYS - Sheick Hollow Trek - 10am; Sheick Hollow is a fascinating, untouched State Nature Preserve with diverse rocks, caves, waterfalls, plants and wildlife in a protected area requiring a permit to enter. Our guides lead this interpretive trek and help you and your group discover and understand the living forest and its evolving landscape. We provide the required nature preserve permit. We meet at the State Rappelling Area parking lot at 9:30am. Be sure to review the rest of our website for FAQs and other things you'll need to know or bring. This trek is only offered to able bodied, experienced hikers. $40 per person. Advance purchase required through our website; https://hockinghillsadventuretrek.com choose the "Book a Trek" tab from our home page. Call 740-777-2579 for more info. SATURDAYS - Little Rocky Preserve Trek - 10am; Little Rocky is the crown jewel of Ohio State Nature Preserves in the Hocking Hills region. It's the largest in terms of acreage and grandest in terms of geology, biology and wildlife diversity. It's a special, amazing, untouched place with many side canyons and rugged terrain. You will be blown away by the beauty of this preserve. Fortunately, it's a protected area requiring a permit to enter. Our team of expert guides will provide the permit, leadership and interpretation for a very limited number of participants. We meet at the State Rappelling Area parking lot at 9:30am. Be sure to review the rest of our website for FAQs and other things you'll need to know or bring. This trek covers hilly terrain and is only offered to able bodied, experienced hikers. $80 per person - 5 hours; Advance purchase required through our website; https://hockinghillsadventuretrek.com choose the "Book a Trek" tab from our home page. Call 740-777-2579 for more info. SATURDAYS THROUGH MAY 4TH - Shawnee Stories at Salt Petre Caves - 10am to noon; What an amazing Trek! Come, listen and learn the circle of life as told by Shawnee story teller Wehyehpihehrsehnhwah, (Way-u-per-shen-wa). His stories speak to the circle of life and the way back to nature. They're powerful, fascinating and evocative, filled with humor, happiness and wisdom. His songs are beautifully in tune with our natural surroundings and he's someone you'll want to see and hear. Imagine your kids coming face to face with a real, live Shawnee! We meet at the State Rappelling Area parking lot at 9:30am. Still photos are fine; no videos, flash cameras or cell phones. Advance purchase required through our website (see link at right) - choose the "Book a Trek" tab from our home page; https://hockinghillsadventuretrek.com. State Park Rappelling Area is located on Big Pine Road. Hocking Hills Adventure Trek, 740-777-2579 SATURDAYS - Rappelling Trek - 10am; For mainstream climbers, rappelling is simply "the way down." For adventurous thrill seekers and first time visitors to the Hocking Hills it's an adrenaline rush unlike anything else. On the day of your rappelling trek, our expert guides walk you through the basics of safety, equipment, setup, technique and use of rappel devices. You'll begin on 20 to 30 foot walls and move to higher ground. Many first timers conquer Amazing Grace at 80' and some do Big Springs at 107' or Bent Tree at 120'. The experience is awesome. Equipment provided includes: helmet, ropes, rappel devices, adjustable harness and gloves. We meet at the Rappelling area parking lot at 9:30am. Be sure to review our website for FAQs and other things you'll need to know or bring. This four hour trek is only offered to able bodied people. Minimum weight is 80 lbs. - all kids must have a parent present. Rappelling treks can be scheduled for dates not listed, just call or email to arrange dates. This adventure is weather permitting! $280 for first 1 0r 2 people; $140 for each additional person; max 4 people; 4 hours. Advance purchase required through our website; https://hockinghillsadventuretrek.com choose the "Book a Trek" tab from our home page. Call 740-777-2579 for more info. SUNDAYS - Rocky Fork one way Trek - 10am; The Rocky Fork one way trek starts out on the Buckeye Trail, cuts through Little Rocky Nature Preserve, crosses over the top of Sheick Hollow, enters Long Hollow, passes Chapel Cave and ends at your car. Our one way treks are designed for folks that are interested in swinging their arms a bit and covering some ground. You'll get into a rhythm as your guide provides interpretive insights on the go. This trek includes protected areas that require permits to enter. We provide the permits. We meet at the State Rappelling Area parking lot at 9:30am. Be sure to review the rest of our website for FAQs and other things you'll need to know or bring. This trek covers hilly terrain and is only offered to able bodied, experienced hikers. $60 per person - 4 to 5 hours; Advance purchase required through our website; https://hockinghillsadventuretrek.com choose the "Book a Trek" tab from our home page. Call 740-777-2579 for more info. SUNDAYS - Rock Climbing Trek - 10am; The Hocking State Forest Rappelling and Climbing area offers a convenient location and an excellent opportunity to be introduced to rock climbing and top rope climbing basics. Safety is our number one concern. Our expert guides are schooled and practiced in achieving and maintaining the highest safety standards. Beginners are taught basic setup, technique and use of rappel devices. You'll start out climbing 10 to 20 foot walls and may reach 40'. Experienced to advanced climbers will be surprised by the challenge and skill development opportunity this area provides. Review our website for complete details. Pricing: $240 for 1 or 2 people, $120 for the 3rd person, add'l $120 for the 4th person. Contact us directly if you'd like to schedule a group larger than four. All participants must demonstrate physical capability and discipline to safety. Minimum weight is 80 lbs and kids must have a parent present. This trek can be schedule for any day of the week, year round, weather permitting. Reservations are required. Advance purchase required through our website; https://hockinghillsadventuretrek.com choose the "Book a Trek" tab from our home page. Call 740-777-2579 for more info. 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. 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 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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