John Mellencamp: Expressionist
Dates: September 20-November 18, 2018
Location: Butler Institute of American Art
524 Wick Avenue, Youngstown 
(330) 743-1711 | butlerart.com

The Butler Institute of American Art is proud to present a powerful exhibition of the most recent art works from the multi-expressional, creative spirit of legendary musician, long-time activist and accomplished painter, John Mellencamp. The exhibition will be on view from September 20 through November 18. Admission to the exhibition and to the museum is free.

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September 22 thru
October 28, 2018
(weekends)
Lorain County NEOH

Old West Pumpkin Fest at Rockin'-R-Ranch (daytime event)
Dates: Sept. 22 - Oct. 28 (Every Sat & Sun)
Times: Saturdays and Sundays from 12 noon - 5pm
Location: 19066 East River Rd. (SR 252) Columbia Station
10 Minutes from Strongsville Mall
440-236-5454 | clevelandhayride.com

Saturdays and Sundays from 12 noon - 5pm

Pumpkin Festival Includes Unlimited activities for 1 low price
Unlimited hayrides, New frontier trail, New Kids Super Slide, pony rides, live costume character show, petting farm, Children's Haunted House in 3D (no live actors), etc.
We also have food concessions, pumpkins, produce, gem mining, Duck Pond, and souvenirs available.
Zombie Paint Ball Hunt in 3D

FALL FOILAGE RIDE
Dates: September 30- October 1, October 6-7, 13-14, 20-21, 2018
Time: 2PM-3PM
Location:
Zane's Landing Park - Downtown Zanesville, West End of Market Street (97.38 mi)
Zanesville, Ohio 43701 | 800.743.2303
For more info click here.

Public Rides and Twilight Cruise: $8 adult, $7 senior, $4 for children ages 2-12. No reservations required, purchase tickets at the boat the day of the cruise.
Lunch Cruise: $15 per person and reservations are required at least 48 hours in advance.
Dinner Cruise: $35 per person and reservations are required at least 48 hours in advance.

Fall Festival
Dates: October 6-7, 13-14, 20-21, 27-28
Visit Ramseyer Farm's two giant corn mazes, corn slides, farm animals, scenic hayrides, pedal cart track, Hide & Slide Hill, and thousands of pumpkins! Ramseyer Farms Sat 11 AM-7 PM, Sun 1-6 PM 330-264-0264
Website: www.ramseyerfarms.com

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BOO AT THE ZOO
Date: October 12-14, 19-21 & 26-28, 2018
Time: 5PM-9PM
Location: Cleveland Metroparks Zoo
216.661.6500
website

Boo at the Zoo presented by Citizens Bank
• Cleveland’s sweetest Halloween tradition
• Treat stations presented by Wayside Furniture
• Unlimited 4-D Theater movies, carousel and train rides
• Hay Maze, Monster Mash dance party and more 

Tickets go on sale August 27 (member pre-sale August 20)!

Little Shop of Horrors
Performances: Oct 12-28, 2018
Times: Fri & Sat at 7:30PM| Sun at 3PM
*with a special midnight show on Friday, Oct 26th*
TICKETS: Youth: $10 | Adult: $16-18
Location: French Creek Theatre
4530 Colorado Ave., Sheffield Village, OH 44054

Seymour Krelborn, a failing florist's assistant, dreams of escaping his luckless life on skid row. After he stumbles upon a first-of-its-kind flower, his fortunes start to turn around. But when the potted plant suddenly won't bloom without blood, Seymour must choose: success…or slaughter? Mixing Motown with the macabre, Little Shop of Horrors is a can't-miss, frightening musical feast!.

Call (440) 949-5200 x221, purchase online at http://www.metroparks.cc/french-creek-theatre-tickets.php or visit the FCT Box Office, open 10AM-6PM daily

Little Boo at the Zoo
Date: October 18-19, 2018
Location: The Toledo Zoo
2 Hippo Way, Toledo OH 43614
419.385.4040 | toledozoo.org

Little Boo is the pre-school pirates' and princesses' chance to delight without the fright! From 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. both days, toddlers and pre-school aged children are invited to wear their Halloween costumes to trick or treat throughout the Zoo and enjoy crafts and games sized just for them. For more information, please visit toledozoo.org/boo. Separate fee.

Ghost Walk
Dates: October 19 and 26, 2018
Time: 6:30 PM-8PM
Location: Eerie Harbor Ghost Walk
1009 Bridge Street, Ashtabula, Ohio 44004

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Halloween Boo Bash
Date: Friday, October 19, 2018
Time: 6PM-8:30 PM
Location: Camp Paradise
4283 Paradies Rd., Seville, OH 44273
Haunted House | Halloween Games & Activities | Trick or Treat | Food Truck available to purchase food and drinks.
website

AN EVENING WITH EDGAR ALLAN POE
Dates: October 19-20, 2018
Location: James A. Garfield National Historic Site
8095 Mentor Ave., Mentor, Ohio
(440) 255-8722 | www.nps.gov

We are thrilled to let you know that we’ll be hosting the incredible David Keltz in October of this year for the ninth consecutive year of “An Evening with Edgar Allan Poe” here at James A. Garfield NHS! Poe was a favorite author of James and Lucretia Garfield, and no one brings the “master of the macabre” to life better than David Keltz!

This year’s Poe event are Friday-Saturday, October 19-20. (6:00pm & 7:30pm each day).
As always, tickets will go on sale on October 1.
More details to come soon, including which Poe stories David will perform along with the epic poem “The Raven.”

This event is made possible by generous support from the Lake County Ohio Visitors Bureau Arts & Culture Fund and Eastern National.

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Spooky Science
Dates: October 12-13, 19-20, 2018
Time: 4:30-8:30 pm
Venue: Beech Creek Botanical Garden & Nature Preserve
Address: 11929 Beech St NE, Alliance, OH 44601
Admission: $8 per person, $6 for person for members, free for ages 0-2

Mix up your own science experiments including glow-in-the-dark slime, take a hay ride, dig up bones, watch the mad scientist, and get up-close with reptiles and woodland animals! Spooky Science teaches people in a fun and creative environment about all the things in nature that can "spook or creep" you out, like spiders, snakes, and bats. Celebrate the fall season in a fun and unique way by bringing the whole family to Spooky Science at Beech Creek Gardens! For more information, visit beechcreekgardens.org.

Beech Creek Gardens
11929 Beech St NE, Alliance, OH 44601
(330) 829-7050 | www.beechcreekgardens.org

Ghost Tours
Dates: October 19-20, 26-27, 2018
Location: Zoar Village, Zoar, Ohio 44697
330.874.2646 |  website

Tour the buildings of Historic Zoar by lantern light as the ghosts of Zoar tell you their haunted tales. This popular event sells out every year, so call (330) 874-3011 to make reservations early. Tours leave each night at 6:30, 6:45, 7:00, 7:15, and 7:30 and 7:45. Cost for the tour is $15/adult and $10/child. Reservations are required and can be made by calling 330-874-3011. Refunds will not be issued. Tours will be offered October 19, 20, 26, and 27.

Revolution on the Ohio Frontier- Educational
Dates: October 19-20, 26-27, 2018
Times: 7pm | 9pm
Fort Meigs Historic Site
29100 W River Rd, Perrysburg, OH 43551
website

Come to Fort Meigs for a "spirited" stroll this fall at the Garrison Ghost Walk. Tour the fort with your 1812 guide and encounter the spookier side of this historic place. The whole family will enjoy hearing tales from the past, and while the ghosts may not be real, the fun certainly is! Proceeds from this event go to the Old Northwest Military History Association, the volunteer association of Fort Meigs. Advance tickets required. Online only

$10 ages 13+ | $5 ages 6-12
Not recommended for ages 5 & under

#fortmeigs, #history, #ghosts, #halloween, #perrysburg, #spooky

49th Annual Apple Butter Stirrin' Festival
Dates: October 19,20 & 21, 2018
Time: Friday & Saturday 10am-6pm, Sunday 10am-5pm.
Location: Historic Roscoe Village
600 N. Whitewoman St., Coshocton, OH 43812
Admission: $5
website
Description:
The Annual Apple Butter Stirrin' Festival is a three-day festival, taking place in Historic Roscoe Village, an 1800s restored canal town. Now in its 49th year, the festival will take place on October 19, 20, and 21. Enjoy over 100 craft and food vendors, presenting handcrafted items and delicious foods. Listen to musical performances by traditional dulcimer players, bluegrass bands, and gospel singers. Sample the sweet taste of homemade apple butter simmering over an open fire. This family friendly event offers hands-on activities, strolling characters and charming retail shops with an array of gifts including Ohio made and village artisans' hand-crafted products. The nearby canal boat offers a taste of life on the canal with its horse-drawn boat rides. After the festival, the eerie candlelit tour, Spirit of Roscoe, will be offered at 7:00pm on Friday and Saturday at the cost of $12.95 for adults and $6.95 for children (reservations are required).

The Addams Family
presented by Youngstown State University Theatre
Dates:October 19-21 & 26-28, 2018
Friday and Saturday performances begin at 7:30pm while the Sunday matinee performances are at 2:00pm. To purchase tickets, call 330-941-3105.
Location: Bliss Hall's Ford Theater, Youngstown State University

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Haunting at the Harvest
Date: October 19-21, 2018
Times: 19th & 20th 7PM-10PM | 21st Noon – 3pm
Location: Malabar Farm State Park
4050 Bromfield Rd, Lucas, OH 44843
419.892.2784 | website

BRANT'S APPLE ORCHARD TRAIL OF TERROR!
Date: October 20, 2018
Time: 7PM-11PM
Location: Brant's Apple Orchard
4749 Dibble Rd, Ashtabula, Ohio 44004

website 

One night only! Your night starts with a haunted hay ride through the orchard, only to be dropped off at the wooded trail for a 1/2 mile hike filled with terrors. $10 / person. Sponsored by Brant's Apple Orchard, proceeds benefiting the Jefferson HS Model UN.

CRAFT MAPLE FESTIVAL 2018
Date: October 20, 2018
Time: 11AM-3PM
Location: Ashtabula County Fairgrounds Expo Center, 127 N Elm St., Jefferson, Ohio
website

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BEERFEST: East vs West
Date: October 20, 2018
Time: 1PM-4PM
Location: Cleveland History Center
10825 East Blvd., Cleveland, OH 44106

website

This year explore the longstanding rivalry between the city’s East and West Sides while sampling some of the best brews from both. Learn about the historic divisions and then represent your chosen side in games of chance and skill. Local brewers will also be on site, and will be getting in the competition too…may the best side, er, beer, win….

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Oktoberfest Fall Festival
Date: October 20, 2018
Time: 4:30pm-10:30 pm
Location: Lenau Park, 7370 Columbia Road, Olmsted Twp
440-235-2646 | website

Live Music by the Blaskapelle and Shotski's, Folk Dancing Performances,
Games, Great Food and German Beer!
Pre-Sale tickets on sale now -  only $5.00!

Murder Mystery: Murder at Felicia and Kenny's Wedding
Date: October 20, 2018
Times: 3:00 PM and 8:00 PM
Location: Club 300 (3304 Collingwood Blvd. Toledo, Ohio, 43610)
Admission: $35 for ticket and dinner
Description:
Preacher: Dearly Beloved we are gathered here today to join together Felicia and Kenny in Holy Matrimony
Loud Scream
Announcer: Toledo get ready for the hilarious comedy murder mystery "Murder at Felicia and Kenny's wedding." Coming Sweetest Day, Saturday, October 20th to the historic Club 300 located at 3304 Collingwood Blvd. for two shows only.
With more twists than Scandal and more drama than Love and Hip Hop, this smash hit will take you on the journey to find out who in the wedding party wants to silence someone forever.

All tickets include the show and a delicious soul food dinner.

Get your tickets at Jack's Menswear or by calling 419.508.8919. A Vanessa Lynn and JAB Production.

Parking Available at First Church of God, 3016 Collingwood Blvd. with free shuttle service to the event.

TITANIC LUNCHEON
Date: October 20, 2018
Time: 12:30 PM-3:30 PM
Location: Medina Country Club
5588 Wedgewood Rd., Medina, OH 44256
website

Make your reservations by sending a check for $35.00 made out to The Medina County Historical Society (206 North Elmwood St. Medina, Ohio 44256) by October 10, 2018. Please include your email for confirmation.

Getting in the 1912 spirit might be inspired by period dress. Feel free to come in your best " dressed for dinner" 1912 outfit!

TRAIN OF TERROR
Dates: October 20, 2018
Time: 8PM
Location: Dennison Railroad Depot Museum
400 Center St, Dennison, Ohio 44621

Tickets

Our passengers are dying to meet you! An accident has occurred and the guests aboard our passenger train have departed. Can you survive through our derailed and demented cars? Or will you be our next victim? Cost is $10 per person. Not recommended for young children. This is NOT a moving Train Ride, it is an event on stationary RR cars.

Bucket & Beans Car Show
Date: October 20, 2018

Car Show serving bean soup and our famous bologna sandwiches. What a great way to celebrate fall! Marshallville Historical Society 12:30 PM 330-855-2212

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KIDRON RED BEET FESTIVAL
Date: October 20, 2018
Celebrate the beet at this unique festival with music, ice cream and food. Sonnenberg Village, 13515 Hackett Rd. Kidron 10 AM-3:30 PM 330-857-9111

Website: www.kidronhistoricalsociety.org

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Smithville Community Historical Society Open House & Apple Butter Making
This annual event brings out the sweet smells of yesteryear. Apple Butter will be made at the Pioneer Village over an open fire until 3:30pm. Craftsmen will be in the buildings. Only Mishler Mill and Reception Center are handicapped accessible. Smithville Historical Society & Mishler Mill 1:30-4 PM 330-669-9308

website

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BOOTANICAL GARDEN
Dates: Saturday, Oct. 20 & Sunday, Oct. 21
Location: Cleveland Botanical Gardens
11030 East Blvd., Cleveland, OH 44106

Admission: $10 per member; $15 per nonmember

This year, Boo-tanical Bash extends through the weekend, offering guests more time to enjoy Halloween fun in the decorated gardens. Fall color and seasonal treats stir up a witches' brew of family-friendly activities and a not-too-scary option for trick-or-treating. Bootanical Bash takes place during normal business hours and guests are encouraged to come in costume.

FALL FOLIAGE & FARM TOUR 2018
Date: October 20, 2018 | 10AM-5PM
October 21, 2018 | Noon - 5PM
Location: Coshocton, Ohio 43812
Contact: 740-622-2265
For more information click here. 

It is time once again for the 48th Annual Coshocton County Fall Foliage and Farm Tour. The drive-it-yourself tour will be held Saturday, October 20 from 10:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. and Sunday, October 21 from 12:00 Noon until 5:00 p.m. This year's tour will highlight northeast Coshocton County. There will be plenty of opportunities for participants to have an up-close experience with agriculture along the tour route.

Pumpkin Path
Date: October 20-21, 2018
Location: The Toledo Zoo
2 Hippo Way, Toledo OH 43614
419.385.4040 | toledozoo.org

Pumpkin Path is when the Halloween fun really comes alive at the Toledo Zoo! In addition to costumed trick or treating for all ages, there will also be games, artistic pumpkin carving demonstrations, bounce houses and magic shows to entertain all the ghosts and goblins from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. both days! For more information, please visit toledozoo.org/pumpkinpath. Separate fee.

The 2018 Great Pumpkin Glow
Dates: October 20-21, 2018
Location: Kingwood Center Gardens
50 N Trimble Road, Mansfield, Ohio 44906
website

The Great Pumpkin Glow is back! Join us October 20th and 21st for our annual fall celebration with nearly 2,000 lit pumpkins, harvest decorations, hay rides, food trucks, live music, Scarecrow Row, Lil' Carvers Carnival and more!

Tickets are $6 online and $8 at the gate. Children 6 and under are free. Buy your tickets now at www.kingwoodcenter.org

BOO AT THE ZOO
Dates: October 13-14, 20-21, 27-28, 2018
Time: 11:30AM-7:30PM

Location: Akron Zoo
500 Edgewood Avenue, Akron, Ohio
330-375-2550 | www.akronzoo.org

Dress your little ghosts and goblins in their costumes for everyone's favorite non-scary Halloween event, Boo at the Zoo. Use your candy passport to find all the treat stations at the zoo!

All guests must have a ticket to enter, including free observers (tickets available online and at the Akron Zoo). Doors will open early at 11:00 a.m. for pre-sale ticket holders only.

I-X Trick or Treat Street
Dates: Oct. 20 & 21, 27 & 28, 2018
Location: I-X Center, One I-X Center, Cleveland, OH 44135
216.265.7000 | ixtrickortreatstreet.com

Cleveland's Halloween tradition for children 10 and under, returns to the International Exposition (I-X) Center. Thousands of little ghosts and goblins will receive more than 300,000 pre-approved, packaged pieces of candy as they make their way through creatively themed not-so-spooky Halloween houses. But wait, there's more than just candy! Surrounded by fall foliage including pumpkins and larger than life decorations, trick or treaters will enjoy pony rides, kiddie rides, plus live entertainment is scheduled throughout the day.

Glassblowing: Pumpkin
Sunday, October 21, 2018
Two Sessions 10:30am -11:30pm | 2pm-4pm
Location: Hale Farm and Village
2686 Oak Hill Road, Bath, Ohio 44210
330-666-3711 | www.wrhs.org

Reservations required.

Adults and youth age 11 and up | Cost: $72 for members, $82 for non-members

Glassblowing is mesmerizing to watch, and even more amazing when you do it yourself! The glassblower will guide you through the process, from handling equipment, gathering molten glass, applying color, and creating your glass piece.

Finished glass pieces available for pick-up at the museum MarketPlace on the Wednesday following the workshop.

Geocache - n' - Candy!
Date: October 23, 2018
Time: 5:30-7PM
Location: W.W. Knight Nature Preserve - Wood County Park District, 29530 White Rd, Perrysburg, Ohio 43551
Register here.

Dress in your spookiest costume and embark on this high-tech hunt for tricks and treats at the property of William Windus Knight! Touch-screen GPS units provided. Dress for the weather and for walking in rough terrain during brief self-guided exploration. Costumes encouraged! Suggested age for GPS use is 8 and up. Parents/Guardians encouraged to use GPS while guiding children who search for geocaches if children are unable to use GPS. Flashlights encouraged. Please register all attendees.

Keith Urban – In Concert
Wednesday, October 24, 7:30pm
Covelli Centre, 229 E. Front Street, Youngstown
Four-Time Grammy Award winner Keith Urban with special guest Kelsea Ballerini will bring his “Graffiti U World Tour 2018” to the Covelli Centre. Tickets can be purchased at ticketmaster.com or by calling 1-800-745-3000.

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POSTMODERN JUKEBOX - Back in Black & White
Dates: Wednesday, October 24, 2018
Time: 7:30 PM

E.J. Thomas Hall
The University of Akron
198 Hill Street, Akron, Ohio 44325-0501
www.ejthomashall.com

The band’s non-stop throwback carnival is on the road again with their Back in Black & White Tour. PMJ has always been about using modern media to turn back the clock to a time we always imagine in shades of black and white simpler, more carefree, without so many mind-boggling devices and distractions, every one streaming in hi-def at any hour of the day! Of course, live entertainment was always live and in vibrant color, so PMJ offers fans the best of both worlds.

Kent State University at Stark welcomes the community to campus for Boo U, a free, family friendly, educational fall celebration for elementary school-aged kids. For more information, visit our website: www.kent.edu/stark/boo-u-fall-festival

Halloween Murder Mystery Dinner
Date: October 26, 2018
Time: 6:30 PM-9:30 PM
Location: Landoll's Mohican Castle
561 Township Road 3352, Loudonville, Ohio 44842

Tickets are $75.00 + tax & tip per person.
To purchase click here.

Tickets are available for sale now by calling 1-800-291-5001 x0.
Or online at https://landollsmohicancastle.com/category/events/
Guests will enjoy a four-course plated dinner prepared by our executive chef. The dinner will include passed appetizers, salad, entrée & chef's choice of side dishes and a delectable dessert.

Where: The Marta Louise Ballroom on the castle grounds
When: October 26th 2018
Timeline:
Doors open: 6:30PM
Appetizers and salads served: 6:30PM
Show to begin: 7:30PM
Dinner will be served after the first act

After the show concludes there will be live music and drink specials in the Copper Mug Bar next door to the Marta Louise Ballroom.

Wear your most creative Halloween costume for a chance to win a prize!

Zombie Escape Room
Friday, Oct 26, 2018
Time: 7-10pm
Location: 28795 Lake Road
Bay Village OH, 44140
BAYarts.net

Grab your crew to save dinner! A fun interactive evening with great food, libations, bonfires and music. Limited advance tickets NOW on sale includes food, drink ticket & Zombies! bayarts.net $35

Rocktopia
Friday, October 26, 8:00pm
DeYor Performing Arts Center, 260 W. Federal Street, Youngstown
Direct from its smash-hit run on Broadway, the international music sensation ROCKTOPIA is an explosive musical concert event that fuses the most iconic 20th-century rock with world-renowned classical masterpieces.

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Halloween Party at the Boo'seum
Date: October 26, 2018
Time: 6PM-8:30 PM
Location: Mckinley Museum
800 McKinley Monument Drive NW, Canton, Ohio 44708
Tickets

Student 18 & under
Join us at the Boo'seum for trick or treating in the Street of Shops and Discover World. Also enjoy hayrides (weather permitting, tickets $1.00 per ride), scavenger hunt, science shows, Planetarium shorts, games, and more. The Museum Café will also be open. Admission is $5. This is a fundraiser for the Museum, membership benefits do not apply. Call 330.455.7043 for more information The Museum is located at 800 McKinley Monument Dr. NW in Canton.

Sounds of Downtown
Date: October 26, 2018
Time: 6-8PM
Location: Downtown Wooster, OH
Spend a relaxing evening in Downtown Wooster listening to street musicians.
330-262-6222
Website: www.mainstreetwooster.org

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HALLOWEEN AT THE MANSION – GHOST WALKS
Date – Oct. 26 & Oct. 27
Time- Nightly scheduled ghost walks starting at 6:00pm on the hour until 10:00pm

Location – Victorian House Museum in Historic Millersburg, Ohio 484 Wooster Rd., Millersburg, OH 44654

website

Admission - $20.00 per person

Description – Each year the 28 room Victorian mansion takes on a historical and paranormal flare with guided costume characters. The house is known for its paranormal activities and the evening event presents a bit of history and hauntings via interactive characters and equipment. This popular event is suggested to have advanced reservations by calling 330-674-0022.

Ghost Tours
Dates: October 19-20, 26-27, 2018
Location: Zoar Village, Zoar, Ohio 44697
330.874.2646 |  website

Tour the buildings of Historic Zoar by lantern light as the ghosts of Zoar tell you their haunted tales. This popular event sells out every year, so call (330) 874-3011 to make reservations early. Tours leave each night at 6:30, 6:45, 7:00, 7:15, and 7:30 and 7:45. Cost for the tour is $15/adult and $10/child. Reservations are required and can be made by calling 330-874-3011. Refunds will not be issued. Tours will be offered October 19, 20, 26, and 27.

Revolution on the Ohio Frontier- Educational
Dates: October 19-20, 26-27, 2018
Times: 7pm | 9pm
Fort Meigs Historic Site
29100 W River Rd, Perrysburg, OH 43551
website

Come to Fort Meigs for a "spirited" stroll this fall at the Garrison Ghost Walk. Tour the fort with your 1812 guide and encounter the spookier side of this historic place. The whole family will enjoy hearing tales from the past, and while the ghosts may not be real, the fun certainly is! Proceeds from this event go to the Old Northwest Military History Association, the volunteer association of Fort Meigs. Advance tickets required. Online only

$10 ages 13+ | $5 ages 6-12
Not recommended for ages 5 & under

#fortmeigs, #history, #ghosts, #halloween, #perrysburg, #spooky

Pumpkin Stomp & Chomp
Date: October 27, 2018
Time: 10am-3pm
Location: The Toledo Zoo
2 Hippo Way, Toledo OH 43614
419.385.4040 | toledozoo.org

The Halloween fun is for our animals as they discover pumpkins in their exhibits! Some animals will make a meal and others will make a mess, but all of them will be using their natural instincts and displaying natural behaviors! For more information, please visit toledozoo.org/stompandchomp

SOAP MAKING
Date: October 27, 2018
Time: 2pm-3pm
Location: Lehman's
4779 Kidron Rd., Dalton, OH 44618
800.438.5346 | website

Learn hands-on what it takes to have your own, naturally-made soap at home!

JUMPIN' PUMPKINS JAMBOREE
Date: October 27, 2018
Time: 10 AM-4 PM
Location: Orrville Depot Museum, 145 Depot St., Orrville, OH

Tour 1868 Railroad Museum. Running model trains on display. Gift shop. 330-683-2426
orrvillerailroad.com

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SPOOKTACULAR SCIENCE WEEKEND
Dates:  October 27- 28, 2018
Time: 10am - 5pm
Admission required.
Place: Great Lakes Science Center, 601 Erieside Ave., Cleveland, Ohio
216-694-2000 | greatscience.com
Chemical Concoctions Show, Pumpkin Explosion, Electric Madness Big  Science Show, and more.

BOO AT THE ZOO
Dates: October 13-14, 20-21, 27-28, 2018
Time: 11:30AM-7:30PM

Location: Akron Zoo
500 Edgewood Avenue, Akron, Ohio
330-375-2550 | www.akronzoo.org

Dress your little ghosts and goblins in their costumes for everyone's favorite non-scary Halloween event, Boo at the Zoo. Use your candy passport to find all the treat stations at the zoo!

All guests must have a ticket to enter, including free observers (tickets available online and at the Akron Zoo). Doors will open early at 11:00 a.m. for pre-sale ticket holders only.

" Ghost Stories of the Civil War" By Paul Goebbel.
Date: Tuesday, October 30th
Time: 7:00pm at the Olmsted Historical Society
Location: Frostville Church 24101 Cedar Point Road.

Join us for a first-person accounts of ghost stories & paranormal activity from Civil War sites. Limited seating. For reservations contact Angie at 440-779-4355.
www.olmstedhistoricalsociety.org

A participation fee is charged. Children of members, $6.00; children of non-members, $8.00. Accompanying adults free.

This family-friendly evening will include traditional Halloween activities, trick—and-treating, wagon rides, stories, games, and snacks. Costumes welcomed and encouraged.

This is a RESERVATION-ONLY, PRE-PAID EVENT so make your plans early and reserve spots for your children. Groups will depart for trick-and-treating around the Village in fifteen-minute increments starting at 5:00 p.m.

One-year membership with the Geauga County Historical Society are available, dated from the day of your enrollment.

For more information, call Century Village Museum at 440-834-1492 during business hours on Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The museum grounds are located on the southeast edge of the Burton Village Green.

GHOST TOURS
Dates: October 31, 2018
Time: 7:30PM-9:30PM

Location: Akron Zoo
500 Edgewood Avenue, Akron, Ohio
330-375-2550 | www.akronzoo.org

Embrace Halloween night at the Akron Zoo with ghost tours, tarot card readers, games, crafts and up close encounters with some nocturnal animals.

Cleveland Stories Dinner Parties
Date: October 31, 2018
Showtime:7:00 pm | Doors open:5:00 pm
Location: Music Box Supper Club
1148 Main Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44113
All Ages, Free Admission, Dining Reservations Required
website

Cleveland Ghost Stories – This Halloween we are joined by Charles Cassady Jr. & William Krejci to hear the stories of the paranormal activity in Cleveland. These stories stem from legends that have been passed down through the ages, and from actual events that have happened here in Cleveland. This is sure to be a spooktacular event.

Sauerkraut Supper
Date: Thursday, November 1, 2018
Time: 5-7pm
Location: Trinity United Church of Christ / North Street Mission
150 E. North St., Wooster, Ohio 44691
website

Long standing annual sauerkraut supper. Dinner includes: pork, sauerkraut, green beans, drink and dessert. Proceeds will benefit our joint 2019 Mission trip to Tijuana Mexico between Trinity and College of Wooster students with Esperanza International. Take out available. Adults $9.00, children under 12 $5.00. Tickets can be purchased Sunday mornings, at the church office or at the door. Public is welcome!

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"The Arlo Guthrie - Alice's Restaurant - Back By Popular Demand Tour."
Date: Thursday, Nov. 1, 2018
Time: 8 p.m.
Location: E.J. Thomas Hall
The University of Akron
198 Hill Street, Akron, Ohio 44325-0501
www.ejthomashall.com

Describing the fall tour, Guthrie said, "It's being called 'The Arlo Guthrie - Alice's Restaurant - Back By Popular Demand Tour.' That's about the longest name for a tour we've ever had. This time, we're celebrating the 50th anniversary of the movie 'Alice's Restaurant,' which was released in 1969. We're also including references to the other major event of my life in 1969 - Woodstock. But, it's not all backward looking."

Heritage Center Hosts Community Trivia NightDate: November 2, 2018
Time: 6-8:30pm
Location: Oberlin History Center

Round up a team of players – or plan to come on your own – to test your knowledge of pop culture particulars, sports specifics, musical mysteries, and more. There will be some Oberlin oddities thrown in, of course, but don't worry if you are new to the area – the majority of questions are not related to Oberlin, and the answers to the ones that are will likely sound familiar! See if you can de-throne the reigning champions – the "Lightning Rods" of Oberlin's Ben Franklin/Mindfair store. WOBL/WDLW'S morning show host Super Dave Andrews will serve as emcee. The evening includes food, side games, raffles, prizes, and plenty of fun. Advance registration is encouraged.

The Oberlin Heritage Center's family-friendly community-wide event takes place from 6-8:30 p.m. (doors open at 5:30 p.m.) on Friday, November 2 at The First Church in Oberlin, UCC's Fellowship Hall (106 North Main Street). Tickets include an evening of friendly competition plus food and beverage; advance reservations are just $12/adults and $6/children (or purchase tickets at the door for $15/adults and $7/kids).

Special thanks go to the evening's co-sponsors Herrick Jewelry of Oberlin and Harmon's Automotive Service.

To make a reservation in advance, visit www.oberlinheritagecenter.org or call (440) 774-1700 for more information.

FIRST FRIDAY - MAIN STREET WADSWORTH
November 2: Wadsworth Chocolate Walk
Time: 5pm to 9pm
Proudly presented by Main Street Wadsworth's Premier Sponsor, Clampco! The first Friday of every month in Downtown Wadsworth. Enjoy shopping, food, live music and art. Visit Facebook.com/mainstreetwadsworth

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OVERNIGHTS AND SNOOZE AT THE ZOO
Dates: November 2, 3, 9, 10
Location: The Toledo Zoo
2 Hippo Way, Toledo OH 43614
419.385.4040 | toledozoo.org

Spending the night at the Zoo is a wildly good time for families, groups and schools. During the overnight adventure, guests make enrichment for our animals, tour the Zoo, meet animals up close and enjoy delicious meals. Each Snooze lasts from 6:30 p.m. - 10 a.m. the next day. Separate fee, pre-registration required. For more information, including pricing and available dates, visit website. 

November 3, 2018
(Medina County NEOH)

QUEEN'S REVEAL GALA & FUNDRAISER
Dates: November 3, 2018
First Tour 6PM
Location: Castle Noel
260 S. Court Street, Medina, OH 44256
330.721.NOEL (6635) | castlenoel.com

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PIE BAKING
Date: November 3, 2018
Time: 2pm-3pm
Location: Lehman's
4779 Kidron Rd., Dalton, OH 44618
800.438.5346 | website

Learn to create blue-ribbon-worthy, Grandma-would-be-proud homemade pies! .

Buckeye Book Fair 2018
Northeast Ohio's biggest book show! 100 Ohio authors and illustrators meet with readers and sign copies of their new books. $2 admission. Fisher Auditorium, OARDC 9:30 AM-4 PM 330-262-2103
Website: www.BuckeyeBookFair.com

NatureFest Arts & Crafts Show
Find one-of-a-kind gifts for all the nature lovers on your list at this nature-themed arts and crafts show. Join us for great holiday shopping. The Wilderness Center 9 AM-4 PM 330-359-5235
Website: www.wildernesscenter.org

Veterans Day Concert
Date: Wednesday, November 7th, 2018 –
Time: 7pm
Location: St. Francis Xavier Church606 East Washington Street, Medina.
There is no admission charge for the program and free parking is available.

Medina Community Band will perform Root and Work (Battle Cry of Freedom/Kingdom Coming); Bocook (At Dawn They Slept); and marches by Kenneth Alford (Vanished Army); Fred Jewell (The Last Call); and Sousa (The Stars and Stripes Forever). In addition, there will be a special patriotic salute to those who have/are serving in our armed forces that will include an Armed Forces Salute; Dvořák's Goin' Home; and, Irving Berlin's God Bless America.

For additional information on the current concert season or Medina Community Band, visit our website - MarcusNeiman@medinacommunityband.org.

For additional information related to his release and all media – please contact Sue McLaughlin, director of media for Medina Community Band - (440) 376-6880 or suemc817@gmail.com.

OVERNIGHTS AND SNOOZE AT THE ZOO
Dates: November 2, 3, 9, 10
Location: The Toledo Zoo
2 Hippo Way, Toledo OH 43614
419.385.4040 | toledozoo.org

Spending the night at the Zoo is a wildly good time for families, groups and schools. During the overnight adventure, guests make enrichment for our animals, tour the Zoo, meet animals up close and enjoy delicious meals. Each Snooze lasts from 6:30 p.m. - 10 a.m. the next day. Separate fee, pre-registration required. For more information, including pricing and available dates, visit website. 

VeteRUN Family Fun Run
Saturday, November 10, 2018
Time: 8 AM – 1 PM
Quail Hollow Park
13480 Congress Lake Ave NE, Hartville, Ohio 44632
Reservations click here.
Honor our veterans with a day at Quail Hollow Park. Explore the Nature Center and meet live wildilfe, take a Manor House Tour, play games, and participate in a 1 mile family fun run/walk (untimed) with obstacles for kids. Free water bottles will be given to the first 100 participants to sign up. Registration begins at 8 am, honor guard and flag raising will be at 9 am, with the untimed 1 mile Fun Run/Walk to follow. Food and drinks will be available for purchase.

Glassblowing: Ornament
Sunday, November 10, 2018
Two Sessions 10:30am -11:30pm | 2pm-4pm
Location: Hale Farm and Village
2686 Oak Hill Road, Bath, Ohio 44210
330-666-3711 | www.wrhs.org

Reservations required.

Adults and youth age 11 and up | Cost: $72 for members, $82 for non-members

Glassblowing is mesmerizing to watch, and even more amazing when you do it yourself! The glassblower will guide you through the process, from handling equipment, gathering molten glass, applying color, and creating your glass piece.

Finished glass pieces available for pick-up at the museum MarketPlace on the Wednesday following the workshop.

BUTER/CHEESE/YOGURT
Date: November 3, 2018
Time: 2pm-3pm
Location: Lehman's
4779 Kidron Rd., Dalton, OH 44618
800.438.5346 | website

Sample your way through this delicious class as you learn to create great tasting home dairy projects. Whether you have a backyard goat or Jersey or if you use store bought, you will love watching our local simple living expert, Karen Geiser, demonstrate butter making, yogurt making, and cheese making.

Rock of Ages
November 13-14, 2018

E.J. Thomas Hall
The University of Akron
198 Hill Street, Akron, Ohio 44325-0501
www.ejthomashall.com

Opera Western Reserve presents Madama Butterfly
Friday, November 16, 7:30pm
Stambaugh Auditorium, 1000 Fifth Avenue, Youngstown, 330-259-0555
Giacomo Puccini’s Madama Butterfly tells the story of a young Japanese geisha who clings to the idea that her relationship with a visiting American naval officer is loving and permanent. English translations will be projected above the stage to assist guests in following the story, as the opera will be beautifully sung in Italian.

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34th Medina Candlelight Walk
Date: November 16-18, 2018
Times: Friday 11am-9pm, Saturday 10am-9pm,
Sunday Noon - 6pm
Location: Downtown Medina, Ohio

Join Main Street Medina in celebrating the 34th year of Medina's Candlelight Walk - Northeast Ohio's kick-off to the holiday season!  Over 30,000 visitors are expected to descend on the Historic District across 3 days.  The celebration features over 2 miles of LED lights highlighting the traditional Victorian Square and buildings; over 1,500 luminaries; lighting of a 10' tall community Christmas Tree in the Gazebo; Iconic traditional 'Parade of Lights' through the heart of town; Santa and Mrs. Claus arrival; Entertainment; Shopping and more!

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ELF LABS
Dates: November 17 & 24, 2018 - 9:00 or 9:15
December 1, 8 or 15, 2018 - 9:00 or 9:15
Location: Castle Noel
260 S. Court Street, Medina, OH 44256
330.721.NOEL (6635) | castlenoel.com

Elf Labs tickets go on sale October 1 @ 10AM.

Castle Noel is thrilled to announce the return of it's very popular Elf Labs for 2018.This fantastic and fanciful experience is the perfect memory making event – just for kids! Our team of exuberant elves will escort your children through 5 unique stations where they will experience the magic of Christmas. Visit with Mrs. Klaus for a special story time, then spend time creating, crafting and making memories! Finish your adventure with a stop to see Santa Klaus and take your own pictures to commemorate this magical moment.

THANKSGIVING DINNER WITH ABRAHAM LINCOLN
Date: November 17, 2018
Time: 3:30 pm-6pm
Location: Hale Farm & Village
2686 Oak Hill Rd., Bath, OH 44264
website

Admission:  $45/nonmember; $40 member; $20 child (12 and under) Reservations Required.

Description:  Celebrate an American tradition on November 17, 2018 at Hale Farm & Village. Enjoy a classic Thanksgiving feast with family and friends as you dine with President Lincoln and Hale Farm & Village costumed interpreters. Listen to the stories of our nation’s past and enjoy the music of the season.

ROUTE 30 EXPRESS TOUR & DEPOT CANTEEN
Date: November 17, 2018
Time: 10 AM-4 PM
Location: Orrville Depot Museum, 145 Depot St., Orrville, OH

A driving tour of train stations. Our 16th year of model trains and this year a Donut Canteen.
330.683.2426 | orrvillerailroad.com

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HOLIDAYS AT THE MANSION
Date – Nov. 17-Dec.31
Time- Sunday –Thurs. 1:00-4:00pm - Friday and

Saturday 1:00-8:00pm
Location – Victorian House Museum in Historic
Millersburg, OH 484 Wooster Rd. Millersburg, OH 44654
website
Admission - $10.00 per person $9.00 senior rate 60+

Description- Decorated in all its splendor by area businesses and organizations, the 28 room Victorian mansion is like a step back in time for an old fashion Christmas. The house is open from v. 17-Dec.31 for self guided tours on hours listed above. No advanced reservations needed. Group tour discounts for groups of 10 or more can be arranged in advanced at other hours.

55th Annual Thanksgiving Polka Weekend and the Polka Music Awards Show
Dates: November 22-24, 2018
Location: Cleveland Downtown Marriott Hotel

Top Cleveland-Style and Slovenian polka bands and performers arrive from across the U.S. and Canada for three days of musical excitement. TV's Alex Meixner is the featured entertainer for the Thanksgiving Polka Weekend and the Awards Show.

Reserve rooms at the Downtown Marriott Hotel through Kollander Travel at a special rate of $105 per room-night, (216) 692-1000, toll-free (800) 800-5981, or kwt@kollander.com. For tickets and a music schedule, call the Polka Hall of Fame, (216) 261-FAME, toll-free (866) 66-POLKA, polkashop@aol.com

A Christmas Story
Dates: November 23 - December 23, 2018
Location: Allen Theatre, Playhouse Square
Cleveland, OH
Tickets

He's back! One boy. One holiday wish. And a world that seems to be conspiring to make certain it doesn't come true. The record-breaking show returns to the CPH stage in all its pinkbunny-suit, glowing-leg-lamp, triple-dog-daring glory. The perfect holiday treat for the entire family.

THE HANDMADE MARKET
Art & Craft Show
Date: November 24, 2018
Time: 10am-4pm
Location: Painesville Railroad Museum
475 Railroad Street, Painesville, OH
website

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ELF LABS
Dates: November 17 & 24, 2018 - 9:00 or 9:15
December 1, 8 or 15, 2018 - 9:00 or 9:15
Location: Castle Noel
260 S. Court Street, Medina, OH 44256
330.721.NOEL (6635) | castlenoel.com

Elf Labs tickets go on sale October 1 @ 10AM.

Castle Noel is thrilled to announce the return of it's very popular Elf Labs for 2018.This fantastic and fanciful experience is the perfect memory making event – just for kids! Our team of exuberant elves will escort your children through 5 unique stations where they will experience the magic of Christmas. Visit with Mrs. Klaus for a special story time, then spend time creating, crafting and making memories! Finish your adventure with a stop to see Santa Klaus and take your own pictures to commemorate this magical moment.

Christmas at the Depot
Tours of 1868 Pennsylvania Railroad Depot now a museum. Model trains and gift shop. Orrville Depot Museum NOON-4 PM 330-683-2426
Website: www.orrvillerailroad.com

Old-Fashioned Christmas at Lanterman’s Mill  
Date: November 24-25, 2018
Time: 11:00am-5:00pm
Lanterman’s Mill, 980 Canfield Road, Youngstown, 330-740-7115
Enjoy the traditional holiday atmosphere at Lanterman’s Mill. Fire-roasted chestnuts, artisans demonstrating crafts, unique handcrafted gifts for sale, and festive entertainment will lift your spirits.  

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Holiday Market on the Farm
Date: November 30, 2018
Time: 3:30 pm-7pm
Location: Hale Farm & Village
2686 Oak Hill Rd., Bath, OH 44264
website

Admission: Free
Description:  Join us Friday, November 30 from 3:00pm-7:00pm for our Holiday Market on the Farm. This year we will welcome multiple vendors to the Gatehouse for a  one-of-a-kind All Ohio shopping experience. Visit our own store The MarketPlace at Hale Farm & Village for  handcrafted at Hale products along with other Ohio and holiday brands such as; The Direction, Root Candles, Mud Pie, Daisy Mae Designs, Old World Christmas, Popped Popcorn, Thistle Dew, Bissels Maple, Waggoners Chocolates and more… Enjoy Ohio themed wine and beer tastings, or relax by the fire with a glass of mulled wine. We  also welcome a Kitchen Takeover TBD.  Join us and explore our updated Holiday Market on the Farm shopping experience! (No Admission fee, the museum is not open this day) 

CANDLELIGHT HOLIDAY TOURS
Dates/Times: November 30th, Dec. 1st, 7th & 8th | 5pm-9pm
December 2nd & 9th | 12pm-5pm

Location: Malabar Farm State Park
4050 Bromfield Rd, Lucas, OH 44843
419.892.2784 | website

Tour Louis Bromfield's Big House all decked out for the Holidays!
Enjoy freshly baked cookies and hot cider; you may even see Santa Claus himself.

Event Price:
$5 - Adult (ages 18+)
$3 - Child (ages 6-17)
Ages 5 and under FREE

THE GIFTS OF THE MAGI
Performances: November 30-December 16, 2018
TICKETS: Youth: $10 | Adult: $16-18
Location: French Creek Theatre
4530 Colorado Ave., Sheffield Village, OH 44054

When you have nothing, what do you give the person who is your everything? Such is the plight of Jim and Della, a young, penniless couple in New York City on Christmas Eve. Searching for the perfect present for one another, they discover the richness of their love despite being poor in means. Taken from the short stories of O. Henry, warm your heart and your spirit with The Gifts of the Magi.

Call (440) 949-5200 x221, purchase online at http://www.metroparks.cc/french-creek-theatre-tickets.php or visit the FCT Box Office, open 10AM-6PM daily

Light Up Lakewood 2018
Dates: 12/01/2018
Time:4pm – 8pm
Location: Downtown Lakewood, OH
website
Admission: Free

Description: It's a most joyous of Lakewood traditions and it's back in Downtown Lakewood for an 12th consecutive year. The spirit of the season will come to life with holiday cheer when Light Up Lakewood 2018 takes place on Saturday, December 1. Presented by LakewoodAlive, Light Up Lakewood celebrates the season and the richness of our city's vibrancy. This free, family-friendly event in Downtown Lakewood features a holiday parade, lighting ceremony, winter fireworks, live music, ice carvings, hot chocolate, food trucks, children's games and much more.

Attendees are invited to stroll Lakewood's downtown district and visit local stores and restaurants while taking in the sights and sounds of one of Northeast Ohio's largest holiday celebrations. Light Up Lakewood serves as a marquee event for the entire region, having drawn an estimated 20,000 guests last year.

47th Annual Christmas Candlelighting
Dates: December 1st & 8th, 2018
Time: 6pm-7pm
Location:
Historic Roscoe Village
600 N. Whitewoman St., Coshocton, OH 43812
Admission: Free
website
Description:
Historic Roscoe Village cheers on the holiday season with its Christmas Candlelighting Ceremony. Share in the tradition of lighting the Christmas tree and participate in lighting your own candle as "Silent Night" is heard throughout the crowd. During the day, guests can enjoy visiting with Santa, taking horse-drawn carriage rides, listening to strolling carolers, tasting roasted chestnuts, sipping complimentary hot-mulled cider and cookies as well as many other holiday festivities.

ELF LABS
Dates: November 17 & 24, 2018 - 9:00 or 9:15
December 1, 8 or 15, 2018 - 9:00 or 9:15
Location: Castle Noel
260 S. Court Street, Medina, OH 44256
330.721.NOEL (6635) | castlenoel.com

Elf Labs tickets go on sale October 1 @ 10AM.

Castle Noel is thrilled to announce the return of it's very popular Elf Labs for 2018.This fantastic and fanciful experience is the perfect memory making event – just for kids! Our team of exuberant elves will escort your children through 5 unique stations where they will experience the magic of Christmas. Visit with Mrs. Klaus for a special story time, then spend time creating, crafting and making memories! Finish your adventure with a stop to see Santa Klaus and take your own pictures to commemorate this magical moment.

THANKSGIVING DINNER WITH ABRAHAM LINCOLN
Dates: December 1, 7, 8, 14, 15, 16, 17, 19-23, 2018
Time: Reservations begin at 5:30 nightly
Location: Hale Farm & Village
2686 Oak Hill Rd., Bath, OH 44264
website

SANTA BREAKFAST & VISITATION DAY
Date: December 1, 2018

Location: Hower House, The University of Akron, 60 Fir Hill, Akron, Ohio
330-972-6909 | www.howerhouse.org
Reservations required.

Sanata will arrive sometime in the morning to visit with our breakfast guests and then stay through the afternoon for half-price admissions and to chat with our visitors.

OLD FASHIONED CHRISTMAS
Date: December 1, 2018
Time: 10am-3pm
Location: Lehman's
4779 Kidron Rd., Dalton, OH 44618
800.438.5346 | website

Get in the holiday spirit on Saturday, December 3, at Lehman's Old-Fashioned Christmas open house. Enjoy product demos, food samples, live music, and children's activities at this annual, fun for all ages, open house. Find the perfect gift for everyone on your list.

48th Annual American Holiday at
The Butler Arts & Crafts Show
Dates: Saturday, December 1, 2018
Time: 10:00am-5:00pm and Sunday, December 2, 10:00am-4:00pm
Location: Butler Institute of American Art, 524 Wick Ave., Youngstown
330-743-1107 | website
This juried show features visual artists and craftspeople showcasing the best of their work. Shop for one-of-a-kind holiday gifts in the beautiful surrounds of The Butler Institute of American Art.

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PRO BULL RIDING - Tournament of Champions
Date: December 1-2, 2018
Time: Noon - 6PM
Location: Buckin' Ohio
8154 Garman Rd., Burbank, OH 44214 
www.buckinohio.com

oin us at the ranch for an old-fashioned Christmas celebration. Bring your family out to gather around the bonfire while sipping on hot cocoa. Walk through the live nativity; enjoy live Christmas music; experience a tractor-pulled hayride (weather permitting); celebrate the reason for the season.

Christmas in Zoar
Dates: December 1-2, 2018
Location: Historic Zoar Village
198 Main St - PO Box 621, Zoar, Ohio 44697

Experience all the joy and cheer of the season during Christmas in Zoar. On Saturday, December 1, and Sunday, December 2, enjoy musical entertainment, a juried craft show, tour the village, and more. While in Zoar, makes sure to visit Belsnickel, Santa, and Kristkind, and take a horse-drawn wagon ride around the village. On Saturday evening, attend a candlelight church service at the Historic Zoar Meeting House (Zoar United Church of Christ), followed by a tree lighting ceremony in the Historic Zoar Garden. Cost for Christmas in Zoar is $8/person and children 12 and under are FREE. Hours are Saturday, December 1 from 10 a.m.- 6 p.m., and Sunday, December 2 from noon - 5 p.m.

Dalton Holidays Festival
December 1-2, 2018

Coolest parade in Ohio steps off Saturday at 2 PM, juried craft show, entertainment, and children's activities. Visits with Santa and Mrs. Claus. Dalton High School 9:30 AM-5 PM 330-933-7083
Website: www.daltonfestival.org

The Sound of Music

E.J. Thomas Hall
The University of Akron
198 Hill Street, Akron, Ohio 44325-0501
www.ejthomashall.com

Moscow Ballet’s Great Russian Nutcracker
Date: Thursday, December 6, 7:00pm
Location: DeYor Performing Arts Center, 260 W, Federal Street, Youngstown, 330-744-0264
Presenting world-class Russian artists, hand-painted sets, Russian Snow Maidens, and jubilant Nesting Dolls – Great Russian Nutcracker brings the Christmas spirit to life for all ages.

Local Visitor Bureau

Disney on Ice presents Frozen
Thursday, December 6 & Friday, December 7, 7:00pm; Saturday, December 8, 11:00am, 3:00pm & 7:00pm; and Sunday, December 9, 1:00pm & 5:00pm
Covelli Centre, 229 E. Front Street, Youngstown
Bring the whole family to see Elsa, Anna, and everyone’s favorite snowman Olaf on Disney On Ice presents Frozen.

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FIRST FRIDAY - MAIN STREET WADSWORTH
December 7: A Victorian Christmas: Win the Window!
Time: 5pm to 9pm
Proudly presented by Main Street Wadsworth's Premier Sponsor, Clampco! The first Friday of every month in Downtown Wadsworth. Enjoy shopping, food, live music and art. Visit Facebook.com/mainstreetwadsworth

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THANKSGIVING DINNER WITH ABRAHAM LINCOLN
Dates: December 1, 7, 8, 14, 15, 16, 17, 19-23, 2018
Time: Reservations begin at 5:30 nightly
Location: Hale Farm & Village
2686 Oak Hill Rd., Bath, OH 44264
website

CANDLELIGHT HOLIDAY TOURS
Dates/Times: November 30th, Dec. 1st, 7th & 8th | 5pm-9pm
December 2nd & 9th | 12pm-5pm

Location: Malabar Farm State Park
4050 Bromfield Rd, Lucas, OH 44843
419.892.2784 | website

Tour Louis Bromfield's Big House all decked out for the Holidays!
Enjoy freshly baked cookies and hot cider; you may even see Santa Claus himself.

Event Price:
$5 - Adult (ages 18+)
$3 - Child (ages 6-17)
Ages 5 and under FREE

Do not miss this thrilling opportunity to see New York City quality dance in Canton!  New York City Ballet principal dancer Sterling Hyltin in the leading role of Sugar Plum Fairy.

Runtime: 2 hours including intermission

47th Annual Christmas Candlelighting
Dates: December 1st & 8th, 2018
Time: 6pm-7pm
Location:
Historic Roscoe Village
600 N. Whitewoman St., Coshocton, OH 43812
Admission: Free
website
Description:
Historic Roscoe Village cheers on the holiday season with its Christmas Candlelighting Ceremony. Share in the tradition of lighting the Christmas tree and participate in lighting your own candle as "Silent Night" is heard throughout the crowd. During the day, guests can enjoy visiting with Santa, taking horse-drawn carriage rides, listening to strolling carolers, tasting roasted chestnuts, sipping complimentary hot-mulled cider and cookies as well as many other holiday festivities.

History on Tap
Holiday: Cheers to Plaid
Date: December 8, 2018
Time: 1PM-4PM
Location: Cleveland History Center
10825 East Blvd., Cleveland, OH 44106

website

Home for the Holidays, Fire & Ice Celebration
Date: Saturday, December 8 at 9 AM - 8 PM
Location: Chardon Tomorrow
100 Center Street, Chardon, Ohio 44024
Home for the Holidays is a community-wide celebration with local organizations partnering together to usher in the holidays for residents and visitors. In addition to annual favorites, like Santa at the Theater, horse-drawn carriage rides, uptown shopping, carolers, the hot cocoa bar and gingerbread contest--we'll be adding all our favorite elements from WinterFest! Live ice carving demonstrations, sled dogs, winter games on the Square, and the FIRE & ICE tower lighting will round out the days events.

ELF LABS
Dates: November 17 & 24, 2018 - 9:00 or 9:15
December 1, 8 or 15, 2018 - 9:00 or 9:15
Location: Castle Noel
260 S. Court Street, Medina, OH 44256
330.721.NOEL (6635) | castlenoel.com

Elf Labs tickets go on sale October 1 @ 10AM.

Castle Noel is thrilled to announce the return of it's very popular Elf Labs for 2018.This fantastic and fanciful experience is the perfect memory making event – just for kids! Our team of exuberant elves will escort your children through 5 unique stations where they will experience the magic of Christmas. Visit with Mrs. Klaus for a special story time, then spend time creating, crafting and making memories! Finish your adventure with a stop to see Santa Klaus and take your own pictures to commemorate this magical moment.

BREAD MAKING
Date: December 8, 2018
Time: 2pm-3pm
Location: Lehman's
4779 Kidron Rd., Dalton, OH 44618
800.438.5346 | website

Learn successful baking techniques from seasoned baker and Kitchen Category Manager, Amy Murray. Amy will demonstrate how to make light, airy dinner rolls, cinnamon rolls and more – from mixing the dough to the right consistency to shaping into loaves or rolls. She will cover different types of bread and loaf pans, as well as the pros and cons of each. At the end of the class, attendees will sample the fresh bread served with Lehman's jams and jellies! Amy has been a part of the Lehman's team since 2010. She loves sharing her passion for baking with others, so don't be surprised if you leave this class totally inspired.

Christmas on the Farm – White House Fruit Farm
December 8 & 9, 11am-4pm
White House Fruit Farm, 9249 Youngstown Salem Road, Canfield
Experience the Christmas season on the farm. Santa will bring his reindeer and sleigh for photo opportunities. We will offer a ride on a horse-drawn sleigh &  also offer wagon rides. Fires & smores for toasting will be for sale. Our Gift Barn will be stocked with local favorites & holiday items for sale.

O'CHRISTMAS TEA: A HOLIDAY BREAKFAST TEA
Date: December 9, 2018

Location: Hower House, The University of Akron, 60 Fir Hill, Akron, Ohio
330-972-6909 | www.howerhouse.org
Reservations required.
An elegant tea and delectable menu in the fully decorated Hower House Museum.
Cost$34 for adults, $23 for children ages 8-12.

Pre-paid registration is required by calling 330-972-6909

Revolution on the Ohio Frontier- Educational
Date: December 9, 2018
Times: 1pm-4pm
Fort Meigs Historic Site
29100 W River Rd, Perrysburg, OH 43551
website

Join us in the Visitor Center to celebrate the holidays. War of 1812 soldiers and civilians will be on hand to provide demonstrations and answer questions about the War of 1812 and camp life. Enjoy holiday music, refreshments, and hands-on activities. While you're here, shop our museum store for unique holiday gifts! Site open Noon - 5:00 p.m. Event hours 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.

$2 adults & students
Free OHC members and ages 5 & under
#fortmeigs, #history, #christmas, #perrysburg

Season of Gratitude with The Gathering Place reception
Date: December 13, 2018
Time: 7-9pm
Location: BAYarts, 28795 Lake Road, Bay Village OH, 44140
BAYarts.net

BAYarts will partner with The Gathering Place to present small original works for sale by local artists and members of the community. The theme is gratitude and the holidays are the perfect time to celebrate all we cherish. The proceeds from the sale of this work will go to benefit The Gathering Place. The Gathering Place offers a wide variety of programs addressing the emotional, spiritual, physical and social needs of individuals and families currently coping with the impact of a cancer journey. https://www.touchedbycancer.org/
http://bayarts.net

1940’s Radio Christmas Carol – Broadway Musical
Dates: Friday, December 14, 12:00pm; and Saturday, December 15, 7:00pm
Best Western Plus Dutch Haus Inn & Suites (formerly the Dutch Village Inn), 150 East State Route 14, Columbiana, 330-482-5050
All-new Christmas-themed Broadway musical with a talented 55+ senior cast playing all the roles. Sequel to “1940’s Radio Hour,” the hit show of the 2017 season. Produced by the Dutch Village Inn. For tickets, call 330-482-5050.

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HUDSON KRISTKINDLMARKT
Dates: December 14-16, 2018
Times: Fri 4pm-8pm | Sat 11am-4pm | Sun 11am - 4pm
Location: Downtown Hudson, OH

The first annual Hudson-Landsberg Kristkindlmarkt is an outdoor market featuring local vendors as well as vendors from our Sister City in Germany. Stop by for Old World ambiance while you shop including choirs, food, and drink. Be prepared for a visit from Krampus and St. Nicholas, too!

THANKSGIVING DINNER WITH ABRAHAM LINCOLN
Dates: December 1, 7, 8, 14, 15, 16, 17, 19-23, 2018
Time: Reservations begin at 5:30 nightly
Location: Hale Farm & Village
2686 Oak Hill Rd., Bath, OH 44264
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ELF LABS
Dates: November 17 & 24, 2018 - 9:00 or 9:15
December 1, 8 or 15, 2018 - 9:00 or 9:15
Location: Castle Noel
260 S. Court Street, Medina, OH 44256
330.721.NOEL (6635) | castlenoel.com

Elf Labs tickets go on sale October 1 @ 10AM.

Castle Noel is thrilled to announce the return of it's very popular Elf Labs for 2018.This fantastic and fanciful experience is the perfect memory making event – just for kids! Our team of exuberant elves will escort your children through 5 unique stations where they will experience the magic of Christmas. Visit with Mrs. Klaus for a special story time, then spend time creating, crafting and making memories! Finish your adventure with a stop to see Santa Klaus and take your own pictures to commemorate this magical moment.

THANKSGIVING DINNER WITH ABRAHAM LINCOLN
Dates: December 1, 7, 8, 14, 15, 16, 17, 19-23, 2018
Time: Reservations begin at 5:30 nightly
Location: Hale Farm & Village
2686 Oak Hill Rd., Bath, OH 44264
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Jim Brickman: A Joyful Christmas
Thursday, December 20, 7:30pm
Stambaugh Auditorium, 1000 Fifth Ave., Youngstown, 330-259-0555 | website
A Joyful Christmas featuring Grammy-nominated songwriter and piano sensation, Jim Brickman, is sure to deliver the sound and spirit of the season with carols, classics, and original songs to make your holiday season merry and bright.

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Big Band New Year’s Eve
Monday, December 31, 8:00pm-midnight
Best Western Plus Dutch Haus Inn & Suites (formerly the Dutch Village Inn), 150 East State Route 14, Columbiana, 330-482-5050
Five-star steak and seafood dinner, dancing to the swinging Dave Banks 12-piece orchestra and your favorite songs sung live by Frank Sinatra tribute artist, Michael Sonata. Free “mocktails” all night. Midnight buffet, toast and live feed from Times Square.

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She Loves Me
Performances: Feb 1-17, 2019
Times: Fri & Sat at 7:30PM| Sun at 3PM
Location: French Creek Nature & Arts Center
4530 Colorado Ave., Sheffield Village, OH 44054

TICKETS: Youth: $10 | Adult: $16-18

Georg and Amalia, two headstrong employees of a European perfumery, quarrel endlessly on the job. But away from work, they're two lonely hearts, each exchanging tender correspondences with an anonymous pen pal who's a lot closer than they know! Charming and funny, She Loves Me is the perfect date during the month for lovers!

Call (440) 949-5200 x221, purchase online at http://www.metroparks.cc/french-creek-theatre-tickets.php or visit the FCT Box Office, open 10AM-6PM daily

John Williams: Cinena's Greatest Music
CLEVELAND POPS
Date: February 2, 2018
Time: 8PM-10:30PM
Location: Severance Hall, Cleveland, OH

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Severance Hall In the span of six decades, John Williams composed some of the most popular, inspiring and recognizable film scores in cinematic history. In this concert, you will enjoy many of your favorites. The variety of Williams' compositions in this concert will thrill you with their beauty, depth and originality, giving new insight into his true genius.

Available now by subscription only, call 216-765-7677. Individual Tickets go on sale to the public Sept 1st. 2018

"At the Movies" series with The Cleveland Orchestra
Rebel Without a Cause (1955)
Date: March 1, 2019 — Friday at 8:00 p.m.
Location: Severance Hall, Cleveland, OH

Tickets: Severance Hall Ticket Office, online at clevelandorchestra.com, or by calling Cleveland Orchestra Ticket Services at 216-231-1111 or 1-800-686-1141.

Live fast, die young. Hailed as "culturally, historically, and aesthetically significant" by the Library of Congress, this groundbreaking 1955 American drama stars James Dean in one of moviedom's most influential roles as a rebellious teen in a new town, whose loneliness, frustration, and anger mirrored those of postwar teens – and reverberates more than 60 years later. Leonard Rosenmann's beautiful, dramatic, and angst-ridden score is played live to the film, which includes Academy Award®-nominated performances by Sal Mineo and Natalie Wood.

Harry Potter and The Prisoner of Azkaban in Concert
Date: March 2, 2019
Time: 1 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
Location: E.J. THOMAS HALL, Univeristy of Akron, Akron, Ohio
330.972.7570 | Tickets

Relive the magic of your favorite wizard in Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban™ in Concert. Based on the third installment of J.K. Rowling's classic saga, fans of all ages can now experience the thrilling tale of accompanied by the music of the Akron Symphony Orchestra as Harry soars across the big screen. Get ready to encounter a Dementor™, ride the Knight Bus™ and discover just who Sirius Black™ really is.

Finding Neverland

E.J. Thomas Hall
The University of Akron
198 Hill Street, Akron, Ohio 44325-0501
www.ejthomashall.com

The winner of Broadway.com's Audience Choice Award for Best Musical, this breathtaking smash "captures the kid-at-heart," says TIME Magazine. Vogue cheers, "It's a must-see you'll remember for years to come!" Directed by visionary Tony®-winner Diane Paulus and based on the critically-acclaimed Academy Award® winning film, FINDING NEVERLAND tells the incredible story behind one of the world's most beloved characters: Peter Pan.

Little Women
Performances: March 29-April 14, 2019
Times: Fri & Sat at 7:30PM| Sun at 3PM
TICKETS: Youth: $10 | Adult: $16-18
Location: French Creek Theatre
4530 Colorado Ave., Sheffield Village, OH 44054

From their Concord, Massachusetts home in Civil War America, Jo, Meg, Amy and Beth March plan their futures, but the present time is what they'll cherish forever. Woven together with each sister's unique flaws, hopes and dreams, the classic novel gets the musical treatment in this vibrant and stirring adaptation of Louisa May Alcott's timeless celebration of a family unbroken by life's trials.

Call (440) 949-5200 x221, purchase online at http://www.metroparks.cc/french-creek-theatre-tickets.php or visit the FCT Box Office, open 10AM-6PM daily

Colin Mochrie & Brad Sherwood:
The Scared Scriptless Tour
April 4, 2019 at 7:30 p.m.

E.J. Thomas Hall
The University of Akron
198 Hill Street, Akron, Ohio 44325-0501
www.ejthomashall.com

Armed with nothing but their sharp wit, comedians Colin Mochrie and Brad Sherwood take to the live stage to create hilarious and original scenes in their two-man show. Known by TV audiences for their work on Whose Line is it Anyway?, Colin & Brad improvise new material every night from audience suggestions and participation. "Interactive" in every sense of the word, Colin & Brad will take the audience on a comedic high-wire act… just like a live version of Whose Line! Get ready for a night of non-stop laughter for all ages!

In this full length ballet choreographed by Angelo Lemmo, experience Hans Christian Anderson’s poignant tale of a beautiful mermaid who dreams of becoming human.

Runtime: 1 hour and 30 minutes including intermission

Miraculous: Tales of Ladybug & Cat Noir
A Live Action Spectacular
Tuesday, April 16, 2019
Time: 7:30 p.m.

E.J. Thomas Hall
The University of Akron
198 Hill Street, Akron, Ohio 44325-0501
www.ejthomashall.com

Based on the 2018 Teen Choice Award-Winning Animated television series of the same name, Miraculous transports fans to Paris, France where teenager, Marinette, fills her days with school, friends and daydreaming about her crush, Adrien. When evil Hawk Moth and his akumas strike, Marinette transforms into the crime-fighting superhero, Ladybug. She and her mysterious partner, Cat Noir, make up the ultimate dynamic duo, set to save the day! With the help of their magical pets, kwamis, they take the stage to harness the power of the Miraculous!

18th Annual Mohican Wildlife Weekend
Dates: April 26-28, 2019
Location: 3431 State Route 95

The 2019 theme will be, "PICK YOUR PATH" by exploring the Mohican areas trails by foot, bike, horse, and water. No place offers so many ways to explore the great outdoors in Ohio. The Mohican area has hundreds of miles of trails for many modes of outdoor travel. Over 88 miles of trails by Horseback, 25 miles of trails by Mountain Bike, 4 trails with Natural Waterfalls, and many more miles for hiking and traveling by scenic rivers. Be sure to mark your calendars and check back for details later. Lots of free family-friendly events for hiking, biking and more.

"At the Movies" series with The Cleveland Orchestra
CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE THIRD KIND (1977)
Date: April 28, 2019 — 3:00 p.m.
Location: Severance Hall, Cleveland, OH

Tickets: Severance Hall Ticket Office, online at clevelandorchestra.com, or by calling Cleveland Orchestra Ticket Services at 216-231-1111 or 1-800-686-1141.

The Cleveland Orchestra
Vinay Parameswaran, conductor
Cleveland Orchestra Chorus

We are not alone! Written and directed by Steven Spielberg and featuring a groundbreaking score by the legendary John Williams, Close Encounters of the Third Kind is one of the most treasured and influential science fiction films of all time. Roy Neary (Richard Dreyfuss), is an ordinary man, an electrical lineman who experiences a close encounter with an unidentified flying object. Increasingly obsessed with this unexplained phenomenon, Roy is drawn to a series of seemingly random strangers, each of whom has come in contact with similar UFOs, eventually making his way to Devil's Tower in Wyoming, where he finds the answers he seeks and where his life is forever changed.

BIGGEST WEEK IN AMERICAN BIRDING
Biggest Week in American Birding
Dates May 3-12, 2019
Time: Hours vary
Cost: Fees vary
Festival Headquarters: Maumee Bay Lodge & Conference Center
1750 State Park Rd. #2, Oregon, OH 43616
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A 10-day festival featuring some of the best spring birding North America has to offer. The festival features workshops, guided birding activities, field trips, keynote speakers, evening socials, and more.

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Something Rotten

E.J. Thomas Hall
The University of Akron
198 Hill Street, Akron, Ohio 44325-0501
www.ejthomashall.com

SOMETHING ROTTEN! is "Broadway's big, fat hit!" (New York Post). Set in 1595, this hilarious smash tells the story of Nick and Nigel Bottom, two brothers who are desperate to write a hit play. When a local soothsayer foretells that the future of theatre involves singing, dancing and acting at the same time, Nick and Nigel set out to write the world's very first MUSICAL! With its heart on its ruffled sleeve and sequins in its soul, SOMETHING ROTTEN! is "The Producers + Spamalot + The Book of Mormon. Squared!" (New York Magazine).

INTO THE WOODS
Performances: May 31-June 16, 2019
TICKETS: Youth: $10 | Adult: $16-18
Location: French Creek Theatre
4530 Colorado Ave., Sheffield Village, OH 44054

Cinderella goes to the festival, and marries the prince. Jack climbs the beanstalk, and steals the giant’s gold. The Baker and his wife are bestowed with a child…then what? In this imaginative and beguiling takeoff of familiar fairy tales, the real story begins once wishes have been granted, and the characters must learn to live with their “happily ever after.”

Call (440) 949-5200 x221, purchase online at http://www.metroparks.cc/french-creek-theatre-tickets.php or visit the FCT Box Office, open 10AM-6PM daily

COSHOCTON BALLOON FESTIVAL 
Dates: June 6-8, 2019
Location: Coshocton County Fairgrounds, Coshocton
Free Admission and parking.
www.coshoctonhotairballoonfestival.com

TUCK EVERLASTING
Performances: March 29-April 14, 2019
Times: Fri & Sat at 7:30PM| Sun at 3PM
TICKETS: Youth: $10 | Adult: $16-18
Location: French Creek Theatre
4530 Colorado Ave., Sheffield Village, OH 44054

The woods of Treegap, New Hampshire beckon eleven-year-old Winnie Foster to escape her humdrum, small town life. Once within, she discovers a spring with a powerful secret, and a boy with a mysterious past. Pursued by a strange man in yellow, she learns the truth about the connection between the boy's family and the water, and is forced to make a decision with everlasting consequences.

Call (440) 949-5200 x221, purchase online at http://www.metroparks.cc/french-creek-theatre-tickets.php or visit the FCT Box Office, open 10AM-6PM daily

PEACE & MUSIC FEST 2018
Date: August 10, 2019
Time: Noon - 11PM
Location: Tuscarawas County Fairgrounds, 259 S. Tuscarawas Ave, Dover, OH
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Celebrate the amazing non-profit groups of Tuscarawas County (while acknowledging the 50th anniversary of the Woodstock music festival) at this one-day event on Saturday, August 10, 2019! Gather the generations of your family at the Tuscarawas County Fairgrounds in Dover, Ohio, for a day-and-night celebration of peace, music and the love and generosity of the residents of our county.

AS YOU LIKE IT
Performances: August 16-18, 2019
All Shows at 7:00 PM
FREE SHOW!
Location: Bacon Woods Amphitheatre
Vermilion River Reservation
51211 North Ridge Road, Vermilion, OH 44089

Lovers in disguise, banished dukes and merry companions come together in As You Like It, Shakespeare's playful and poetic romantic comedy. Set in the dreamlike Forest of Arden, the Bard's whimsical discourse on the fun and folly of love is performed outdoors (and FREE!) at the Bacon Woods Amphitheatre at Vermilion River Reservation.

Call (440) 949-5200 x221, purchase online at http://www.metroparks.cc/french-creek-theatre-tickets.php or visit the FCT Box Office, open 10AM-6PM daily