Athens County

•    April 30-May 1 – Dairy Barn Fest 2010
     Dairy Barn Arts Center; 8000 Dairy Lane; Athens, OH
  Hours: 3pm-8pm.  A seasonal shopping tradition featuring over 40 artists and artisans from the region.
  For more information, call (740) 592-4981
   

•    May 14-16 – 6th Annual Nelsonville Music Festival
     Robbins Crossing; 3301 Hocking Parkway; Nelsonville, OH
  Loretta Lynn, country music legend, headlines this three-day event at the Hocking College Campus.  Just too many ‘goins on’ to list here, but sure to be lots of fun.
  For more information, visit http://www.nelsonvillefest.org
   

•    May 28 – Final Fridays on the Square
     Historic Square Arts District; Nelsonville, OH
  Hours:  6-10pm.  Cool student art will be featured with the many professional artists’ work in the galleries of the Nelsonville Historic Square Arts District. Outside art vendors show all-original work.
  For more information, call (740) 753-1011 or visit N/A
   

•    June 10 – Stuart's FREE Outdoor Concert Series
     Stuart’s Opera House; 52 Public Square; Nelsonville, OH
  Hours:  7pm.  The weather is getting warm and that always means it is time for Stuart's to move the shows out of the theater and into the parking lot for the Free Outdoor Concert Series!
  For more information, call (740) 753-1924 or visit http://www.stuartsoperahouse.org
   

•    June 12 – The Great Train Robbery
     33 West Canal St.; Nelsonville, OH
  Hours:  6pm.  Take a trip on this train carrying a 'gold shipment' .  Robbers from Smoke Rise Ranch on horseback attack the train to rob the gold and passengers.  The trip is approximately 2 hours.  Tickets may be purchased at the depot but advance reservations highly recommended.
  For more information, call (740) 753-9531 or visit http://www.hvsry.org
   

•    July 8 – Stuart's FREE Outdoor Concert Series
     Stuart’s Opera House; 52 Public Square; Nelsonville, OH
  Hours:  7pm.  Featuring Fishtank Ensemble, "leaders in high-energy, cross-pollinated Gypsy music", their unique blend of Romanian, Gypsy jazz, Flamenco, Balkan, Turkish and Tango-influenced music.  There will also be shows in August and September.
  For more information, call (740) 753-1924 or visit http://www.stuartsoperahouse.org or http://www.fishtankensemble.com
   

•      August 6-14 – Athens County Fair
       Athens County; Athens, OH
  For more information, visit http://www.athenscofair.org
    

•      August 18-22 – Nelsonville Parade of the Hills
       Public Square; Nelsonville, OH

  The Ohio State Fiddling Contest (see below), a 5k run and walk, Family Fun Park, an ice cream social, music including tributes to The Eagles, the Beatles, Johnny Cash, many parades and the Grande Parade at 6pm Saturday 22nd, pie contests,
  each day ends with fireworks.
  For more information, visit http://www.paradeofthehills.org

   

  •      August 20 – Ohio State Fiddling Contest
         Stuart’s Opera House; 52 Public Square; Nelsonville, OH
    Hours:  6pm.  General Admission $ 6.00.  This event is part of the Nelsonville Parade of the Hills, August 18-21(see above).  One of the premier fiddling events in Ohio!  Whether you're a fiddler or someone who enjoys fiddling, this contest is a must-see.  In the in historic opera house, this event will put a smile on your face and have you tapping your toes in no time!  Our Grand Champion of this contest will be eligible to compete in the National Old-Time Fiddlers Contest held annually in Weiser, Idaho
    For more info, call (740) 753-1924 or visit http://www.stuartsoperahouse.org or http://www.paradeofthehills.org
     

•      August 21 – The Great Train Robbery
       Hocking Valley Scenic Railroad; 33 West Canal St.; Nelsonville, OH
  Hours:  6pm.  Take a trip on this train carrying a 'gold shipment' .  Robbers from Smoke Rise Ranch on horseback attack the train to rob the gold and passengers.  The trip is approximately 2 hours.  Tickets may be purchased at the depot but advance reservations highly recommended.
  For more information, call (740) 753-9531 or visit http://www.hvsry.org
   

  •      August 19-21 - WANTED "Train Robbers"
         Smoke Rise Ranch; 6751 Hunterdon Rd; Glouster, OH
    Come help us rob the train!  Be here on Thursday to begin rehearsal. The Great Train Robbery will take place Saturday.  Not comfortable with riding but still want to participate?  Ride the train!  Contact us to join the posse!
    For more information, call (740) 767-2624 or (800) 292-1732 or visit http://www.smokeriseranch.com

Belmont County

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Coshocton County 

•    June 13 – Corvettes at Roscoe Cruise-In
     Historic Roscoe Village; 600 N. Whitewoman St.; Coshocton, OH
  Hours: 10am-4pm.  Over 200 Corvettes will converge at this event hosted by the Classic Glass Corvette Club.  Stroll through the streets of Roscoe Village to the tunes of 50s and 60s music as you admire your favorite car and talk to its proud owner.
  For more information, call (800) 877-1830 or visit http://www.roscoevillage.com

Fairfield County

•    April 24 – Spring Llama Show
     Fairfield County Fairgrounds; Lancaster, OH
  Hours: 10am-4pm.
  For more information, call (740) 536-9385
   

•    May 22-23 – Eastern Ohio Quarter Horse Association Show
     Fairfield County Fairgrounds; 157 E. Fair Av.; Lancaster, OH
  Hours: Starting 8am.
  For more information, call (740) 214-2846 or visit http://www.eoqha.us
   

•    June 4 – Friday Night Bandstand
     Downtown Lancaster; Lancaster, OH
  Hours:  7pm.  Music, food vendors, downtown shopping.  Other performances are June 11, 18, 25.
  For more information, visit http://www.lancasterparks.com
   

•    June 5-6 – 47th Annual Lancaster Old Car Club Spring Festival
     Fairfield County Fairgrounds; 157 E. Fair Av.; Lancaster, OH
  For more information, call (740) 474-3380 or visit http://www.lancasteroldcarclub.org
   

•    June 19 – Earth Angel Super Cruise-In Car, Motorcycle & Antique Tractor Show
     Fairfield County Fairgrounds; 157 E. Fair Av.; Lancaster, OH
  Hours:  10am-10pm, concert at 7:30pm.  Tickets are available through TicketMaster.
  For more information, call (740) 653-3041 or visit N/A
   

•      July 22-31 – Lancaster Festival 2010
       Various Locations throughout Lancaster, OH
  ”Summer’s Sizzling Salute to the Arts” – Opening Night with Olga Kern, Classical Mystery Tour a tribute to the Beatles, a Celtic evening with Lone Raven, Summer String Serenade featuring Jonah Kim and Mak Grgic, family concert Peter & the Wolf, Frontiers the Journey Tribute, Arnett Howard Presents Jazz Divas II, and a grand finale with Kenny Rogers.  Art Walk on July 23.
  For more information, call 1-800-LANFEST or visit http://www.lancasterfestival.org
   

•     August 4-7, 2010 – 22nd Annual Baltimore Festival Canal Lock Days

       Johnson Park; Baltimore, OH

  Tour the canal lock, musical entertainment, a cruise-in, poker run, grand parade, kiddie tractor pull, craft show, fireworks, concessions and rides, see a complete schedule of events on their web site.

  For more information, call (740) 438-7881 or visit http://www.baltimorefestival.com/

Franklin County

•    May 7-10, Eastern Ohio Quarter Horse Association Show
     Ohio Expo Center (Ohio State Fairgrounds); 717 E. 17th Av.; Columbus, OH
  Admission is free!  For more information, call (614) 644-3247 or visit http://www.eoqha.us
   

•    May 20-23 – All-American Youth Horse Show
     Ohio Expo Center (Ohio State Fairgrounds); 717 E. 17th Av.; Columbus, OH
  For more information, call (800) 413-6222 or visit http://www.aayhs.com
   

•      July 17-24 - Franklin County Fair
       Franklin County; Hilliard, OH
  For more information, visit http://www.ohiofairs.org
   

•      July 28-August 8 - Ohio State Fair
       Ohio Expo Center (Ohio State Fairgrounds); 717 E. 17 th Av.; Columbus, OH
  For more information, visit http://www.OhioExpoCenter.com

Gallia County

•      June 5 – Bob Evans Flea Market
       Bob Evans Farm; 791 Farmview Rd.; Bidwell, OH
  Hours:  9am-4pm. 
  For more information, call 800 994-3276 or visit http://www.bobevans.com
   

•      August 2-7 - Gallia County Fair
       Gallia County; Gallipolis, OH
  For more information, go to http://www.galliacountyfair.org

Guernsey County

•    May 22-23 – Olden’ Days Train Ride & Wild West Show
     Byesville Scenic Railway; 100 Tolliver Trail; Byesville, OH
  Come face-to-face with outlaws as they attempt to rob the train as in the 1800s, the days of the Gold Rush prospector days, when outlaws roamed the land and the six-gun was the law.  Train departs at 11am, 1pm and 3pm from the depot located on Second St.
  For more information, visit http://www.bsrw.org
   

•    July 7-10 – 106th Annual Ohio Hills Folk Festival
     Quaker City, OH

  Art show, parades, flea market, races, pet show, nightly entertainment, food, Saturday night fireworks, farm museum, country store, Quaker meeting house.
  For more information, call (740) 679-2704 or visit http://www.ohiohillsfolkfestival.com
   

•      August 14 – 25th Cambridge Classic Cruise-In
       Historic Downtown; Cambridge, OH

  Hours:  8am-5pm.  Named the best car show in its category by Cruisin' Times magazine, annually this event draws over a thousand spectators to the area.
  For more information, call (740) 439-2238 or visit N/A

Hocking County

•    May 7-10 – International Migratory Bird Weekend
     Hocking Hills State Park; Logan, OH
  Guided hikes and programs.  Friday’s focus is for children in grades 3-6.
  For more information, visit http://www.birdhocking.com
   

•    May 9 – Romantic Full Moon Canoe Trip
     Hocking Valley Canoe Livery; 31251 Chieftain Dr.; Logan, OH
  Hours: 7pm-midnight.

  For more information, call (740) 385-8685 or visit http://www.hockinghillscanoeing.com
   

•    May 22 – Pet-a-Palooza
     Hocking Valley Canoe Livery; 31251 Chieftan Dr.; Logan, OH
  Hours:  9am-5pm.  Hocking Valley Canoe Livery always welcomes pets but on May 22 four-footed friends are especially welcome.  Let your pet enjoy an outdoor adventure on the river or win a fun prize in the pet contests.  Pet-a-Palooza is fun for the entire family!
  For more information, call (740) 385-8685 or visit http://www.hockinghillscanoeing.com
   

•    June 17-19 – Washboard Music Festival
     Main St.; Logan, OH
  Hours:  Thursday 6pm-10pm, the kick-off concert featuring Arnett Howard and his Creole Funk Band.  Friday-Saturday 12pm-11pm.  Dixieland Jazz, Cajun Zydeco, Celtic and Skiffle music performed by bands from all around the country, Canada and England.  Wholesome family entertainment, great food, quality craft vendors and many special events including antique tractor and hit 'n miss engines, street performers and lots more.  We have a tremendous kids’ area filled with FREE carnival rides, live stage entertainment and games.  Tour the Columbus Washboard Company, the last manufacturer of washboards in the country.
  For more information, visit http://www.washboardmusicfestival.com
   

•    June 19 – Flaming Torchlight Canoe Trip
     Hocking Valley Canoe Livery; 31251 Chieftain Dr.; Logan, OH
  Hours:  6:30pm-11pm.  Night time on the Hocking River is magical, and nothing is more exciting than experiencing it by torchlight.  Flickering flames reflecting on rippling water, golden eyes blinking from surrounding trees, all bathed in a surreal, golden glow.  For romantics, friends and families, the river by torchlight is an unforgettable delight.  A roaring campfire greets your return, with refreshments and entertainment.

  For more information, call (740) 385-8685 or visit http://www.hockinghillscanoeing.com
   

•    June 19-26 – Great Ohio Bicycle Adventure (GOBA) 2010 Tour
     Logan to McConnelsville to Marietta to Athens to McArthur to Logan
  Thousands of cyclists gather in Hocking County at the Fairgrounds to begin the tour, visiting several sites and cities throughout the week, returning to the Hocking County Fairgrounds on Saturday.  Cyclists will hold their gala opening ceremonies June 19th in Logan and ride in the Washboard Music Festival Parade.
  For more information, call (614) 273-0811 or visit http://www.goba.com
   

•    June 26 – Romantic Full Moon Canoe Trip
     Hocking Valley Canoe Livery; 31251 Chieftain Dr.; Logan, OH
  Hours:  7pm-11pm.  Paddle your canoe from sunset to moonlight, using the light of the moon as it reflects on the water.  Your trip ends at the livery with a roaring bonfire, s'mores, and a local bluegrass band for your enjoyment.  Reservations highly recommended.  Meet at the livery before 7pm and be sure to bring a flashlight.  Other tours are scheduled for July 24, August 21, September 25.

  For more information, call (740) 385-8685 or visit http://www.hockinghillscanoeing.com
   

•    June 29 – Pastries and More CookInn Class
     Inn & Spa at Cedar Falls; 21190 State Route 374; Logan ,OH
  Hours:  11am-2pm.  All our desserts are easy and made from scratch.  Come learn to make the most delectable ones with Chef Anthony and our pastry chef.  This is a hands-on class that includes instruction, recipes and, later, lunch.  Spend the night and save $25 off the regular rate of a room, cabin or cottage.
  For more information, call (800) 653-2557 or visit http://innatcedarfalls.com
   

•      July 9-11 – Lilyfest

       13200 Little Cola Rd.; Rockbridge, OH

  Hours:  11am-7pm Friday, 10am-5pm Saturday, 10a-4pm Sunday.  A festival celebrating nature, art and music.  Musical entertainment by bagpipers, dulcimers, Appalachian musicians.  OSU Master Gardeners will answer questions about plant growing and maintenance; plant sales by professional horticulturists; three acres of artistically designed gardens, ponds and garden sculptures.
  For more information, visit http://www.lilyfest.com
   

•      July 14-17 – Fireman's Old Time Festival
       Streets of Laurelville, OH
  Hours:  5pm-11:30pm Wednesday-Thursday, 4pm-12am Friday, 10am-?? Saturday.  Daily fish fry, midway and rides, talent show, baby contest, big wheel race, kiddie tractor pull, and "Ohio's Most Expensive Cake" auction and the grand parade.  Entertainment includes Night Hawk Band, Willow Creek Band, Idle Tymes Bluegrass Band, and square dancing to the Silver Spur Band.
  For more information, call (740) 332-6033 or visit http://www.laurelvillevfd.com
   

•      July 24 – Moonlight Tour
       Hocking Valley Canoe Livery; 31251 Chieftain Dr.; Logan, OH
  Hours: 7pm-midnight.  Meet at the livery.  Paddle your canoe from sunset to moonlight.  The trip ends at the livery with a roaring bonfire, s'mores and a local bluegrass band for your enjoyment.  Reservations highly recommended.  I definitely suggest a stick of "Mosquit-No" for these events!
  For more information, call (740) 385-8685 or visit http://www.hockinghillscanoeing.com
   

•      August 10 – Ladies Evening Float Trip
       Hocking Valley Canoe Livery; 31251 Chieftain Dr.; Logan, OH
  Women's only canoe or kayak trip. Explore the nooks and crannies of Lake Logan. Basic paddling instruction available for first timers.  Light refreshments served. Reservations recommended. Trip departs at 6:00 p.m.
  For more information, call (740) 385-8685 or visit http://www.hockinghillscanoeing.com
   

•      August 21 & August 25 – Moonlight Tours
       Hocking Valley Canoe Livery; 31251 Chieftain Dr.; Logan, OH
  Hours: 7pm-midnight.  Meet at the livery.  Paddle your canoe from sunset to moonlight.  The trip ends at the livery with a roaring bonfire, s'mores and a local bluegrass band for your enjoyment.  Reservations highly recommended.
  For more information, call (740) 385-8685 or visit http://www.hockinghillscanoeing.com

Jackson County

•      July 16-24 - Jackson County Fair
       Jackson County; Wellston, OH
  For more information, visit http://www.ohiofairs.org

Lawrence County

•      July 10-17 - Lawrence County Fair
       Lawrence County; Proctorville, OH
  For more information, visit http://www.lawrencecountyfair.weebly.com

Licking County

•    May 15 – Bird Walk & Wildflower Walk
     Dawes Arboretum; 7770 Jacksontown Rd. (State Rte 13); Newark, OH
  Hours:  8am-11am Bird Walk; 11am-1pm and 2pm-4pm Wildflower Walk, two sessions.

  For more information, call (740) 323-2355 or (800) 44DAWES or visit http://www.dawesarb.org
   

•    May 21 – Dawes Arboretum Night Hike
     Dawes Arboretum; 7770 Jacksontown Rd. (State Rte 13); Newark, OH
  Hours: 8pm-10:30pm.  Meet at the visitors center.
  For more information, call (740) 323-2355 or (800) 44DAWES or visit http://www.dawesarb.org
   

•      August 8-14 - Hartford Independent Fair
       Licking County; Hartford, OH
  For more information, visit http://www.hartfordfair.com

Meigs County

•      August 16-21 - Meigs County Fair
       Meigs County; Pomeroy, OH
  For more information, visit http://www.themeigscountyfair.com/

Monroe County

•    June 25-27 – Woodsfield Trader Days
     46760 State Rte 26; Woodsfield, OH
  Approx 800 vendors will converge on this little county community to set up shop – buying, selling or bartering all manner of goods from guns and knives to hunting dogs, antiques, handcrafted goods, more.  Great fun and food.
  For more information, cann (740) 558-2740 or visit http://www.mvtradersday.com

Morgan County

•    May 15 – Ohio Valley Opry
     Twin City Opera House; 15 W. Main St.; McConnelsville, OH
  Once the county seat, McConnelsville was truly a 'boom town'.  Opened to the public in 1892, the Twin City Opera House had a grand ballroom on the third floor, offices on the second, and the theater on the main floor.  Today, one can enjoy live music performances, movies, plays and other events.  On the third Saturday of each month at 6 pm it hosts the "Ohio Valley Opry", call (740) 558-2283 for reserved tickets.

  For more information, call (740) 962-3030 or visit http://www.operahouseinc.com
   

•    May 22 – The Back Porch Swing Band
     Twin City Opera House; 15 W. Main St.; McConnelsville, OH
  Hours:  Doors open 6pm., show starts 7pm.  Western Swing, Appalachian tunes, blues, old country and folk, swing music from the 20s-40s.

  For more information, call (740) 962-3030 or visit http://www.operahouseinc.com
   

•    May 28-31 – Reinersville Trader Days
     6602 State Rte 78; McConnelsville, OH
  Approx 800 vendors will converge on this little Morgan county community to set up shop – buying, selling or bartering all manner of goods from guns and knives to hunting dogs, antiques, handcrafted goods, more.  The third largest swappers’ meet in Ohio.  Great fun and food.
  For more information, visit http://www.mvtradersday.com
   

•    June 12 – 25th Annual Cruise-In
     McConnelsville Square; McConnelsville, OH
  Hours:  3pm-10pm.  Open to any antique, restored or modified vehicle regardless of date.  It is a judged show and prizes are awarded in 21 classes.  An onsite DJ will play music of the cruisin' era and providing, at 6pm, a musical salute to the "Gone but No Forgotten Cruisers".  Admission and parking are free and refreshments are available from street vendors or at any of the nearby restaurants.
  For more information, call (740) 962-3030 or visit http://www.morgancounty.org
   

•    June 19 – Ohio Valley Opry
     Twin City Opera House; 15 W. Main St.; McConnelsville, OH
  Once the county seat, McConnelsville was truly a 'boom town'.  Opened to the public in 1892, the Twin City Opera House had a grand ballroom on the third floor, offices on the second, and the theater on the main floor.  Today, one can enjoy live music performances, movies, plays and other events.  On the third Saturday of each month at 6 pm it hosts the "Ohio Valley Opry", call (740) 558-2283 for reserved tickets.
  For more information, call (740) 962-3030 or visit http://www.operahouseinc.com
   

•      July 30-31 – Dixon’s Buffalo Bluegrass Festival
       Buffalo Farm; State Rte 83; Beverly, OH
  Hours:  Dixon's Buffalo Bluegrass festival will take place on buffalo farm, Beverly OHio, St. Rt. 83.
  For more information, call (740) 984-2983 or visit N/A

Muskingum County

•    May 2 – Earthships 101
     Blue Rock Station; 1190 Virginia Ridge Rd; Philo, OH
  An in-depth tour and discussion of the practical aspects of building your own earthship and living in natural buildings.
  For more information, call (740) 674-4300 or visit http://www.bluerockstation.com
   

•    May 7 – First Friday Celebration of the Arts
     Downtown Zanesville, OH.  6pm-9pm.  Downtown studios and galleries are open to the public for the evening.  A map is available at 110 S. Sixth St. Free transportation by Fun Bus.
   

•    May 8-9 – Youth Fishing Derby
     Muskingum River State Park; Zanesville, OH.  1pm at Zanesville Lock # 10 by the Y-Bridge.
  For more information, call (740) 453-4377
   

•    May 9 – Llama Trekking
     Blue Rock Station; 1190 Virginia Ridge Rd; Philo, OH
  Trek with llamas JoJo, Sgt. Pepper, Rita & Baxter through woodland paths.  Other treks are scheduled for June 12, July 17, September 12, October 3, October 17, October 30.
  For more information, call (740) 674-4300 or visit http://www.bluerockstation.com
   

•    May 27 – Comin’ to Your City Concert Tour
     Muskingum County Conference & Welcome Center; 205 N. Fifth St.; Zanesville, OH
  Seating at 6:15pm, show starts promptly at 7pm and will include a surprise guest appearance.  Country, pop and standard songs performed by Zack Shelton, Lynsey Stocker, Dylan Daniels, Alainna Durfee, & Adam Calvert, plus dancers Megan Yocum &  Shianne Hollins.
  For more information, call (740) 452-2376 or visit http://www.itshappeninginzanesville.com
   

•    May 29-June 6 – Complete Straw Bale & Earthship Building Experience
     Blue Rock Station; 1190 Virginia Ridge Rd; Philo, OH
  For more information, call (740) 674-4300 or visit http://www.bluerockstation.com
   

•    June 5 – First Friday Celebration of the Arts
     Downtown Zanesville; Zanesville, OH
  Hours:  6-9 pm.  On the first Friday of every month, join members of the Artist Colony of Zanesville throughout downtown Zanesville.  Downtown studios and galleries will be open to the public for an evening of art.  Stop by the Alan Cottrill Sculpture Studio & Gallery at 110 S. Sixth St. for a map of the locations.  Free transportation on Zandex's FunBus.
  For more information, call (740) 455-8282 or visit N/A
   

•    June 12 – Muskingum Valley Jubilee
     Newton Township Fire Department; 5490 Maysville Pike (US Rte 22 NE); White Cottage, OH
  Hours:  7 pm.  Music and dancing.
  For more information, call (740) 385-3340 or 385-8655
   

•    June 12 – Llama Trekking
     Blue Rock Station; 1190 Virginia Ridge Rd.; Philo, OH
  Trek with llamas JoJo, Sgt. Pepper, Rita & Baxter through woodland paths.  Other treks are scheduled for July 17, September 12, October 3, October 17, October 30.
  For more information, call (740) 674-4300 or visit http://www.bluerockstation.com
   

•    June 16 – Goat Keeping & Cheesemaking
     Blue Rock Station; 1190 Virginia Ridge Rd.; Philo, OH
  Learn how to keep goats healthy naturally, how to milk a goat, processing the milk, making and preserving cheese.
  For more information, call (740) 674-4300 or visit http://www.bluerockstation.com
   

•    June 16 – Fete de la Music
     Blue Rock Station; 1190 Virginia Ridge Rd.; Philo, OH
  This event is FREE and, for the most part, amazingly unstructured.  A talented group of musicians will delight all.  Even the groupies who play water jugs aren’t too shabby.  Also expected are some great women drummers from Columbus.  Perhaps you can entertain with your music skills.  This is a pot luck event so bring a covered dish.  Please call to let Jay or Annie know what you plan to do... play or listen and what food you are able to bring.
  For more information, call (740) 674-4300 or visit http://www.bluerockstation.com
   

•    June 26 – Blue Rock Station Tour & High Tea
     Blue Rock Station; 1190 Virginia Ridge Rd.; Philo, OH
  Tour the earthship and straw bale building and pop bottle greenhouse, learn about and meet the chickens, goats and llamas.  Other tours are scheduled for 07/24, 08/21, 09/11, 10/16 and 11/7.
  For more information, call (740) 674-4300 or visit http://www.bluerockstation.com
   

•    July 3-9 – Complete Straw Bale & Earthship Workshop
     Blue Rock Station; 1190 Virginia Ridge Rd; Philo, OH
  Be prepared to work hard, have fun, eat terrific locally grown food (lunches and snacks are provided), make friends, sweat, then sit in the shade and admire all you have accomplished.
  For more information, call (740) 674-4300 or visit http://www.bluerockstation.com
   

•      July 10-18 – Zanesville Pottery Festival
       Zanesville Pottery
  Hours:  9am-6pm daily, 12-6pm Sunday.  FREE.  Pottery-oriented dealers, vendors of glass, arts, crafts and antiques from in and around Ohio, demonstrations, games and food concessions.
  For more information, call (740) 872-3345 or (800) 860-6456 or visit http://www.zanesvillepottery.com
   

•      July 16-17 – Zanesville Community Theatre Presents, “All Shook Up”
       Zanesville Community Theatre: 940 Findley Av; Zanesville, OH
  Hours:  8pm.  That once-in-a-lifetime show that will keep audiences laughing!  Based on William Shakespeare's “Twelfth Night”, this 50s-style musical comedy features the tunes of Elvis Presley.  There is also a matinee performance July 18 at 2:30pm.
  For more information, call (740) 455-6487 or visit http://www.zct.org
   

•      July 23-24 – Zanesville Community Theatre Presents, “All Shook Up”
       Zanesville Community Theatre; 940 Findley Av.; Zanesville, OH
  Hours:  8pm.  That once-in-a-lifetime show that will keep audiences laughing!  Based on William Shakespeare's “Twelfth Night”, this 50s-style musical comedy features the tunes of Elvis Presley.  There is also a matinee performance July 25 at 2:30pm.

  For more information, call (740) 455-6487 or visit http://www.zct.org

   

•      July 17 & 18 – Quilt Gathering 2010: Quilt Show & Expo
       Muskingum County Fairgrounds, Veterans’ Complex; Brighton Blvd. & Pershing Rd.; Zanesville, OH
  Hours:  9am-5pm Saturday, 11am-4pm Sunday.  Demonstrations and workshops.  ‘Oh, Baby…’ wall hangings and accessories; ‘Those Amazing Miniatures’; ‘Bed Patterns You Will Love & So Will He’; fantastic vendor marketplace; serving lunch, homemade soups and pies.  Presented by the Pieceable Quilters Guild.
  For more information, call (740) 452-2376 or 453-3429 or visit http://www.pieceablequilters.weebly.com
   

•      July 31 - Mark Twain Family Fun Day
       Blue Rock State Park; 7924 Cutler Lake Dr.; Blue Rock, OH
  Sack and wheelbarrow races, egg and water balloon toss.  Go for the day or take camping gear and make it a weekend holiday.
  For more information, call (740) 453-4377 or visit N/A
   

•      August 6-7 – Y Bridge Arts Festival
       Y Bridge & Canal Front; Downtown Zanesville, OH

  Hours:  Fri 6-10pm, Sat 10am-10pm.  Over 200 visual, craft and performance artists, food and beverage concessions, live entertainment, and hands-on activities.
  For more information, call (740) 455-8282 or visit N/A.
   

•      August 15-21 - Muskingum County Fair
       Muskingum County; Zanesville, OH
  For more information, visit http://www.muskingumcofair.com

Noble County

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Perry County

Pike County

•      July 30-August 7 - Pike County Fair
       Pike County; Piketon, OH
  For more information, visit http://www.pikecofair.com

Ross County

•    June 12 – Historic Downtown Chillicothe Gallery Stroll
     Water, Paint & Main Streets; Chillicothe, OH
  Hours:  6pm-10pm on the second Saturday of every month.  Visit displays of art by local, national and international artisans in Historic Downtown Chillicothe businesses.  Live entertainment and some downtown businesses will be open for the evening.
  For more information, call (740) 772-5783 or visit N/A
   

•      July 17 - Railroad Days Rendezvous
       Pike Lake State Park; 1847 Pike Lake Rd.; Bainbridge, OH
  Hours:  10am-4pm.  Recognizing the social and economic impact of railroads in Ohio, games and musical entertainment, food from Friends of Pike Lake, displays of model railroads, collectibles and memorabilia, exhibits.
  For more information, call (740) 493-2212 or (740) 947-5409 Matt Minter
   

•      August 7-14 - Ross County Fair
       Ross County; Chillicothe, OH
  For more information, visit http://www.rosscountyfair.com

Scioto County

•    May 8 – Whippoorwill Hike
     Shawnee State Park; Portsmouth, OH
  Hours:  8pm, meet at the park office.  Bring a flashlight.
  For more information, call (740) 858-6652
   

•    June 8 – Phantom of the Opera
     Verne Riffe Center for the Arts; 940 Second St.; Portsmouth, OH
  For more information, call (740) 351-3600
   

•    June 15 – Sheryl Crow in Concert
     Verne Riffe Center for the Arts; 940 Second St.; Portsmouth, OH
  For more information, call (740) 351-3600
   

•      August 9-14 - Scioto County Fair
       Scioto County; Lucasville, OH
  For more information, visit http://www.sciotocountyfair.com

Vinton County

•      July 25-31 - Vinton County Fair
       Vinton County; McArthur, OH
  For more information, visit http://www.ohiofairs.org

Washington County

•      July 2-3, 9-10, 16-17, 23-24 & 30-31 – Music on the Levee

       Ohio River Levee; Marietta, OH
  Hours:  7-9pm.  FREE music entertainment.  Bring a lawn chair, sit back, enjoy.  7/ 2 Country Horizons, country; 7/3 The Tune Smiths, variety;  7/9 Steve & Beverly Potmeyer, country; 7/10 Pickin' On Country, country; 7/16 Jerry & Lisa Queen, country; 7/17 All God's Children, gospel; 7/23 Patty Dye & Justin Gutberlet, variety; 7/24 Wills Creek, bluegrass; 7/30 Blackwater Run, bluegrass; 7/31 Forever Young, variety
  For more information, call (740) 373-1777 Kathy McCoy
   

•      July 16-17 - Marietta Sweet Corn Festival
       Front St. Armory Square; Marietta, OH
  Hot, buttered Ohio sweet corn, historical exhibits, face painting, tractor pulls, corn hole tournament, corn eating contests, sack races, local and regional entertainment, and Third Friday Jubilee, 'the ultimate block party'.
  For more information, call (740) 373-2191 or visit http://www.mariettasweetcorn.com/
   

•       July 18 - 26th Annual Broughton's Ice Cream Social
        Washington County Fairgrounds; Marietta, OH
  Food and fun, live entertainment, ice cream donated by Broughton, locally-brewed root beer donated by the Marietta Brewing Company.  This year, money raised during the social will benefit the Humane Society of the Ohio Valley.
  For more information, call (740) 373-4121 or visit N/A