Blossom Music Center
Cuyahoga Falls, OH
Concert:
Lady Antebellum - 7pm
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Nature Writer's Coffee House
Don't miss the opportunity to mingle with writers of all ages and literary expertise.  Winners from Geauga Park District's 17th Annual Nature Writing Contest will be honored; all in attendance are welcome to read their works.  Refreshments served.  Geauga Park District - The West Woods Nature Center  www.geaugaparkdistrict.org

Rockin' on the River
Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio
website
Bands:
Dave Matthews Tribute Band
Cleveland Breakfast Club

Lock 3 Live
Akron, Ohio
website
Band:
Bad Medicine: The Bon Jovi Tribute Show
Free Admission

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The Mystery of Charles Dickens
Rabbit Run Theater, 5648 West Chapel Road, Madison
8:00pm
The prosaic genius of Charles Dickens comes to life in this energetic one-man show. No Less than 49 of Dickens characters are delightfully, tragically and comically portrayed in this fascinating narrative of his life.
www.rabbitrunonline.org
440-428-7092

“Hairspray” the Broadway Musical
The Fine Arts Association, 38660 Mentor Avenue, Willoughby
Friday and Saturday, 7:30pm; Sunday, 2:00pm
This Tony Award-winning musical will have you singing and dancing in the aisles. (rated PG)
www.fineartsassociation.org
440-951-7500

Hiram Rapids Stumblers in Concert

Enjoy high-energy traditional folk and bluegrass music under the stars. Refreshments served. Held indoors if inclement weather.  Geauga Park District - Big Creek Park, Frances Hall Amphitheater  www.geaugaparkdistrict.org
7pm - 8:30 pm

Behind the Scenes Tour
James A. Garfield National Historic Site, 8095 Mentor Avenue, Mentor
11:00am
See the Garfield home and property as you’ve never seen it before! This special two-hour tour takes you into rooms in the Garfield house not open to the normal public tour, including the basement and attic. You’ll also explore the windmill, barn, and other outbuildings. Minimum age is 16. Please wear comfortable walking shoes and be prepared to climb steps without difficulty.
www.nps.gov/jaga
440-255-8722 - Reservations recommended

Blossom Music Center
Cuyahoga Falls, OH
Concert:
Dave Matthews Band- 7pm
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Blossom Music Center
Cuyahoga Falls, OH
Concert:
Radiohead - 7:30pm
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Lock 3 Live
Akron, Ohio
website
Band:
52nd Street, A Tribute Billy Joel and Captain Fantastic, A Tribute to Elton John 8:30 pm
Free Admission

Rock the Park Concert
Glen Chamberlin Park
Twinsburg, Ohio 44087
330.963.8722
website
Band - The Breakfast Club (80's music)

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Canton Blues Festival
Downtown Cleveland
For additional information: website

Coshocton Hot Air Balloon Festival
Coshocton County Fairgrounds
401 Main Street, Coshocton, OH 43812
740.622.5411
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Riverfront Irish Festival
Free Admission and Free Parking
Cuyahoga Falls
For additional info see website.

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The event is free and is held outdoors under tents in the Zoo's Ticket Plaza
For additional info website

Get Outdoors Day: A Fee-Free Day!
James A. Garfield National Historic Site, 8095 Mentor Avenue, Mentor
10:00am-5:00pm
In recognition of national Get Outdoors Day, entrance fees at all National Park Service sites will be waived on Saturday, June 9. Walk the grounds, check out the museum exhibits, watch the film, and take a guided tour of the Garfield home for free!
www.nps.gov/jaga
440-255-8722

Garfield Mini Militia Drill—A Civil War 150th Anniversary Program
James A. Garfield National Historic Site, 8095 Mentor Avenue, Mentor
1:00pm
In recognition of the continuing 150th anniversary of the Civil War, kids ages 5-12 are invited to come join the Garfield Mini Militia! Kids will dress up as Civil War soldiers and learn to march, drill, carry fake muskets, and more! Limit 25 children.
www.nps.gov/jaga
440-255-8722 - Reservations required

St. Francis Xavier Bob Bridges Memorial 5K Race, St. Francis Xavier Church, 606 E Washington St, Medina, 6pm-10pm, 5K race, 1 Mile Fun Run, Summer Social, Music and Food, $15 pre registration for 5K, $18 day of race, $12 pre registration for 1 mile, $15 day of race, 330.722.8787.

Greater Akron’s First and Finest Roller Derby League,
NEO Roller Derby
Rock ‘n’ Roller Girls vs. Fox City (Appleton, WI)
Audio Assault vs. Fox City B Team (Appleton, WI)

All bouts will be played at the Summit County Fairgrounds, 229 E. Howe Road in Tallmadge, Ohio. Doors open at 5 p.m.; skating starts at 6 p.m.

Tickets for NEO Roller Derby are $12 in advance and are available from team members or through brownpapertickets.com, where season passes are also available.

5th Annual Rose Garden Open House The Ohio State University's Rose Garden, whose 1,500 old-fashioned roses should be in full, fragrant bloom, will host a free public open house with tours led by rose experts, pruning demo, and the sale of a limited number of roses, all propagated from plants in the garden. Garden of Roses of Legend and Romance, OARDC 9 AM-2 PM 330-263-3612 www.oardc.ohio-state.edu/researchoperations/rosegarden/

Hale Farm and Village
Pioneer Festival
2686 Oak Hill Road, Bath, Ohio 44210
330-666-3711
www.wrhs.org

Working Dog Weekend
10am to 5pm
Lake Metroparks
11211 Spear Road, Concord Twp., OH 44077
(440) 639-7275, (440) 358 - 7275 Visitor Services
www.lakemetroparks.com

ART BY THE FALLS 2012

Discover the 29th annual ART BY THE FALLS, presented by the VALLEY ART CENTER (VAC), on Saturday, June 9 (10am-7pm) and Sunday, June 10 (11am-5pm.) This free, two-day, juried fine arts and contemporary crafts festival is held in Riverside Park in the heart of charming Chagrin Falls. Over 100 artists from around the country will present varied artwork ranging from paintings, drawings, photography and sculpture to textiles, jewelry, weaving and ceramics.
Come spend the day with the family and friends! ART BY THE FALLS has something for everyone--live music, entertainment, a delicious selection of foods and drinks, and wonderful artwork from around the country. Our Children's Art Tent gives kids a chance to create their own masterpiece while trying something new! Visitors can also watch live demonstrations by select local artists.
For more info website

Woven Wire Nest Pendant Workshop

Create a necklace featuring a charming sterling silver bird nest w/pearl. Ages 12-adult. $22 fee covers materials and instruction. Pre-register after March 20th by calling Geauga Park District 440-286-9516 or online at www.geaugaparkdistrict.org.  Geauga Park District - The West Woods Nature Center  www.geaugaparkdistrict.org
6:30 - 8:30 pm

Held in the beautifully restored Historic Center Street District, downtown Dennison. The annual festival will be held around our gazebo and Historic Railroad Depot Museum.

Six fun filled days of great amusement rides (Bates Amusement), food, games, activities, train exhibit and two stages of constant entertainment for all ages.

The Seven Days’ Battles: Major Battles of the Civil War Lunchtime Speaker Series
Mentor Public Library, 8215 Mentor Avenue, Mentor
12:00pm
Join James A. Garfield NHS staff and volunteers at Mentor Public Library on the second Wednesday of each month for a new talk on “Major Battles of the Civil War!” In June, the focus will be the Seven Days’ Battles of June 25-July 1, 1862, major Confederate victories around Richmond, Virginia and the first battles with CSA Gen. Robert E. Lee commanding the Army of Northern Virginia. Program is free of charge; attendees are welcome to bring lunch and eat during the talk.
www.nps.gov/jaga
440-255-8722

June 13 , 2012
(Summit County)

BREW at the Zoo - Akron Zoo
6-9 pm
Akron Zoo member - $15
Non-Akron Zoo member - $21
Get a taste of the wild side! Enjoy a casual beer tasting from local breweries as you stroll through the zoo. Tastings are complimentary and full-size beers will be available for purchase at $3 each. Listen to live music and check out our animal exhibits at this special after-hours party. Limited tickets available so make your reservations now! 21 and older.
500 Edgewood Avenue, Akron, Ohio, 330-375-2550
For additional informationwww.akronzoo.org

Blossom Music Center
Cuyahoga Falls, OH
Concert:
Beach Boys- 7:30 pm
website

52nd Annual Kirtland Kiwanis Strawberry Festival
Kirtland High School, 9150 Chillicothe Road, Kirtland
Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, 6:00pm-11:00pm; Saturday, Noon-Midnight; Sunday, Noon-6:00pm
Food, fun, entertainment, carnival rides, strawberry shortcake, sundaes and chocolate strawberries, games, parade and Miss Kirtland contest
www.kirtlandkiwanis.org
440-256-1181

Whiz Bang Science Show
Have fun while learning about science. Dr. Dave Lohnes, OARDC's popular Whiz-bang Scientist, will encourage children to learn about science and will enrich the natural world experience. Free family fun. John Streeter Garden Amphitheater, Secrest Arboret 7 PM 330-464-2148 www.secrest.osu.edu

Clothesline Art Show
Members of the Hudson Society of Artists cleverly display and sell their work in conjunction with the House & Garden Tour's Garden Shop and Tea Room located at the Hudson Middle School.  More info at www.hudsonsocietyofartists.com

The Country Fest 2012
Featuring Randy Houser, Kellie Pickler, Blake Shelton, Chrisitna Simmons feat, Jessica, Craig Campbell, Lee Brice, Justin Moore, Luke Bryan
Clays Park
13190 Patterson St.N.W.
N. Lawrence, OH 44666
For additional information website

Porthouse Theatre presents
DAMN YANKEES

Book by George Abbott and Douglas Wallop
Words and Music by Richard Adler and Jerry Ross
based on the novel by Douglas Wallop “The Year the Yankees Lost the Pennant”
Faust meets professional baseball in the Broadway classic DAMN YANKEES. Light, fast-paced and devilishly clever, DAMN YANKEESis a home-run hit whose all-American subject matter and irreverent sense of humor have brought many a sports fan into the theatre.
To contact Porthouse Theatre please call 330-672-3884
website

Weathervane Theater presents
The Drowsy Chaperone
An agoraphobic musical-theater fan seeks to cure his "non-specific sadness" by listening to the original cast recording of his favorite Broadway musical from the late 1920s. As the needle drops on his record player, the Jazz Age-era show and its wacky cast of characters suddenly come to life in his apartment! This h

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Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad presents:
Grape-Escape" Wine-Tasting Excursion
For additional information see our Winery page.

Taste of Middlefield

4th Annual Taste of Middlefield held Friday afternoon and evening from 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. June 15th, 2012 at the grounds of the Middlefield Volunteer Fire Department and surrounding grounds in downtown Middlefield. Beer Garden tended by the Middlefield Chamber of Commerce members.  Listen to some great, fun, local bands.  Taste samples of delicious food from local restaurants and food establishments.  See what our  businesses are doing, and meet the owners.  Mingle with friends, old and new.  Reconnect  Middlefield Fire Department grounds  1-440-632-5705 www.middlefieldcc.com
4pm - 9pm

Ice Cream Social
Sponsored by the Hudson League for service, this annual community event takes place from 6 - 9 pm on the Village Greens.  Families gather to enjoy ice cream, live entertainment, games and other family fun.  Rain location:  Hudson High School Commons.  www.hudsonleeagueforservice.org

Blossom Music Center
Cuyahoga Falls, OH
Concert:
Brad Paisley- 7:00 pm
website

Lock 3 Live
Akron, Ohio
website
Band:
Draw The Line, The Endorsed Aerosmith Tribute 8:30 pm
Monica Robins and The Whiskey Kings 7pm
Free Admission

Rockin' on the River
Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio
website
Bands:
Thunderstruck (AC/DC)
Panama - Van Halen Trubute Band

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Avon Heritage Duct Tape Festival

The ninth annual Avon Heritage Duct Tape Festival will kick off on June 15, 2012, just in time to celebrate Father's Day. The festival will be an all-weekend event starting Friday at 4:00 p.m. at Veteran's Memorial Park in Avon, Ohio.

This three-day event celebrates duct tape, its enthusiasts and its wacky and fun uses. The festival also honors the history and heritage of the city that is proclaimed the “Duct Tape Capital” of the world—Avon, Ohio—the home of Duck brand duct tape.

From sculptures and fashion to games and a parade, everything at the festival revolves around duct tape and the wonderful city of Avon.

Dates and Times:
Friday, June 15: 4:00 pm to 11:00 pm
Saturday, June 16: 11:00 am to 11:00 pm
Sunday, June 17: 11:00 am to 5:00 pm

Parade: Saturday, June 16 at 10:00 am
START LOCATION: Avon High School

Festival: 3701 Veteran's Memorial Parkway, Avon, OH 44011

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Woolfest Fiber and Art Show
Lake Metroparks Farmpark, 8800 Euclid Chardon Road, Kirtland
9:00am-5:00pm
See how local fiber artists have transformed natural fibers into works of art. The “Fibers: Plain & Fancy Fiber Art Show” showcases knitted, crocheted, woven, and felted items, including clothing, jewelry, wall hangings, and soft sculptures.
www.lakemetroparks.com
440-256-2122 or 800-366-3276

Oliver!
Rabbit Run Theater, 5648 West Chapel Road, Madison
8:00pm
Winner of three Tony Awards, “Oliver!” has delighted audiences for decades with its fantastic musical score. Heart strings are tugged as the exploits of the orphan Oliver take center stage.
www.rabbitrunonline.org
440-428-7092

THUNDER IN PARADISE BIKE SHOW/ MUSIC & RIB FEST

Spend the day in downtown Loudonville's Central Park. Bring your lawn chairs and blanket. While listening to the music you can also enjoy ribs from many vendors. Lions Club will also have their Chicken BBQ.
For more information please call 877-266-4422

Join Cleveland Metroparks for the annual, free "Train Day" event on Saturday, June 16 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at CanalWay Center in Ohio & Erie Canal Reservation in Cuyahoga Heights, just below the massive, 2,000-foot long bridge that carries more than 40 trains a day across the valley.

Kids, as well as adults, can enjoy model train exhibits inside and out, railroad organizations and vendors, guided trestle hikes, kids depot play area with train toys and videos, crafts and face painting, a DJ playing railroad and summertime favorites, and more!

Plus, enjoy a kid's trackless train ride ($1/person), EarthWords Nature Shop selling unique train items, and refreshments for sale. And, the first 1,000 kids will receive a free train whistle, too!

Event-goers can say "hello" to "Conrad the Conductor" as he welcomes everyone along the stroll down the Hobo Trail to discover what life was like for America's traveling workers, seeing hobo codes through the hobo signs and striking up a conversation with the 'hobos' at their camp.

CanalWay Center is located on Whittlesey Way, off the East 49th Street entrance of Ohio & Erie Canal Reservation, between Grant Avenue and Canal Road in Cuyahoga Heights - just off the I-77/Grant Avenue exit.             

 For more information, call 216-206-1000 or visit clevelandmetroparks.com.

James A. Garfield and the Civil War Tour – A Civil War 150th Anniversary Program
James A. Garfield National Historic Site, 8095 Mentor Avenue, Mentor
11:00am
This informative program is a must for both casual and dedicated Civil War buffs. It explores James A. Garfield’s Civil War service to the Union, including his roles at the battles of Middle Creek and Chickamauga. This 90-minute tour begins in the visitor center and then proceeds to the Garfield home and emphasizes Garfield’s time as a soldier.
www.nps.gov/jaga
440-255-8722 - Reservations recommended

June 16, 2012
(Summit County)

Dad's Day at the Akron Zoo
10am to 4pm
All dad's get 50% off admission
Dad will love spending a special day at the zoo enjoying live entertainment and activities.
500 Edgewood Avenue, Akron, Ohio, 330-375-2550
For additional informationwww.akronzoo.org

Cleveland Metroparks Zoo
Father's Day at the Zoo
10 am to 7pm

Let Dad know you love him with a trip to Cleveland Metroparks Zoo. All dads receive half-price admission to the Zoo from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Father's Day. For additional info: website

Towpath Ten Ten

The Towpath Ten Ten is a 10K and 10 Mile race held in Valley View on Sunday June 17, 2012. The race course includes picturesque portion of a new Cleveland Metropark, a hidden valley where nature and industry have worked side by side for more than a century.
For additional information: website

Wadsworth Blue Top Festival

The Wadsworth Blue Tip Festival is Wadsworth, Ohio's annual community festival, showcasing the community's spirit, organizations, and businesses with a great American parade, carnival rides, amusements, food and games. The Festival raises money to support Wadsworth area non-profit programs.
For additional info see website

Hastings Dairy Cow Camp

1pm - 3pm
This event is for families with children 10-years-old and under accompanied by a caregiver. It's important to arrive by 1:00pm and plan to be at the farm until 3:00pm to take part in all of the activities. The stations include; 1) the milking parlor to watch the cows being milked, 2) the freestall barn to see where the cows live and what they eat, 3) the calf area to bottle feed and interact with the calves, and 4) the farming station where you'll plant a seed to take home.  Hastings Dairy Farm  1-440-635-0313 www.hastingsdairy.com

Information on ticket prices and events is listed on the OSG web site: www.ohioscottishgames.com

This is a weekend full of entertainment for the whole family. There are activities for all ages and abilities. Athletic competitions, pipe bands, Celtic rock bands, dancers, the Gaelic Mod competition, vendors, crafts, and clans. There are draft horses to wonder at, Highland cattle, a falconer, sheep, vintage cars and motorcycles. There are re-enactors and even Santa Claus (though he is not taking wishes at the games). The golf outing is featured on the 21st, the Barbecue Dinner and Ceilidh on the 22nd, with clans, vendors, pipe bands, etc. On the 23rd. Camping is available right at the Fairgrounds. Free parking

June 22-24, 2012

VINTAGE GRAND PRIX OF MID-OHIO
It’s fitting that the 50th Season of Racing in Mid-Ohio history begins with a series that celebrates the past like the Sportscar Vintage Racing Association. Joining SVRA on track this summer will be The Cayman Interseries, a spec series featuring the Porsche Cayman S painted in car liveries identical to the famous Porsches throughout history. The Vintage Grand Prix of Mid-Ohio will celebrate Porsche as Featured Marque during the season’s first race weekend.
For more information go to www.mid-ohio.com or call 800-Mid-Ohio

Pet Extravaganza Trade Show (P.E.T.S.)
Come and enjoy a pet show with live entertainment each day focusing on different types of animals. Buckeye Event Center Fri NOON-9 PM, Sat & Sun 9 AM-5 PM 330-828-2466 www.buckeyeexpo.com/pets.html

Pirate Fest Weekend - Put-in-Bay

Costumed characters, chantey son sing-a-longs, black powder demonstrations and general skullduggery. Adult Costume Contest, Kid's Costume Contest, Kid's Programs, coardboard Boat Races, Pirate Trial/Walk the Plank, and a Pirate Marketplace with general pirate wears for the kids, leather goods, hats, jewelry and pirate accessories. Also souvenir tee and collectable coin. Fireworks on Saturday at dusk.
For additional information website

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10TH ANNUAL PERRYSVILLE LIONS CAR SHOW
All makes, models, years welcome. Dash plaques first 50 - 20 trophies awarded. Registration starts at 1:00 pm, show 2:00 - 4:00 pm. Chicken bar-b-q available. Free admission; $5 show car entry.
For more information please call 419-938-6531

Honoring Andrews' Raiders
First Recipients of the Medal of Honor
McComb, Ohio
Parade 10am; Cemetery Program 11am

Starting at 1pm
Living History, Featuring
Pres. Abraham Lincoln, Jacob Parrott, Mrs. Libby Custer, Soldiers of 5th USCT, Andrews Raiders and others.

Movie: The Great Locomotive Chase

Re-enactors from: The 21st Ohio Vol. Inf. and other Battery H 1st Ohio Lt. Artillery
Musket and Cannon Firing Demonstrations

Hall of Honor, with Posters of Raiders and
Displays of related items.

Celebrating our heritage, Remembering heroism and sacrifice.
Don’t miss this free event!

For additional information: website

Orrville Garden Tour
Benefit tour of five beautiful Orrville Gardens, benefitting the local YMCA. Five Orrville Gardens 10 AM-4 PM 330-682-1166 www.orrvilledalton-ymca.org

Blossom Music Center
Cuyahoga Falls, OH
Concert:
Phish- 7:00 pm
website

RideUNITED 2012

RideUNITED: CLE 2 AKR 4 UNITED WAY Join us SUNDAY, JUNE 24, 2012 for the 2nd Annual RideUNITED bike tour starting at Cleveland State University. This is a fully supported ride traversing roads and the Towpath Trail from Cleveland to Akron and back. Choose your route from 12, 25, 43, 86 or 100 mile options. Cyclists can enjoy the beautiful scenery and unique landmarks along the route. Learn more and register at rideunited.org. Friend us on Facebook at Facebook.com/rideUNITEDway.

Questions? Please contact Michelle Battle, Special Events Manager, United Way of Greater Cleveland at 216-436-2121 or mbattle@unitedwaycleveland.org.

Motorcycle Rotary Ride
(Sun 8am - 1pm)

An escorted ride 60 mile ride throughout beautiful Geauga County. Registration 8:00 am - 10:00 am. Rides takes off at 10:00 am.  Harrington Square www.burtonmiddlefieldrotary.com

Woolfest
9am to 5pm
Lake Metroparks
11211 Spear Road, Concord Twp., OH 44077
(440) 639-7275, (440) 358 - 7275 Visitor Services
www.lakemetroparks.com

Rock and Soul Festival 2012

This festival celebrates the contributions of African-Americans to the growth and development of rock and roll music. National and local artists participate in this festival.

http://rockhall.com

32nd Wildwood Fine Arts Festival
Wildwood Cultural Center, 7645 Little Mountain Road, Mentor
10:30am-5:00pm
The festival features over 65 artists, original and unique art of the highest quality, live music, refreshments and children’s activities.
www.cityofmentor.com
440-974-5735 - Fee applies

ASHLAND BALLOONFEST

Feel the excitement and splendor of bold, colorful hot air balloons as they tower over you, then magically rise and soar away! Plus, enjoy lots of other activities: Balloon Glow, Balloon races, stage performances, sport tournaments, displays, exhibits, food and more. BalloonFest promises to be an outing with the entire family in mind. Location: Children's Home Field, Center St. and Morgan Ave. Call 877-581-2345 ext. 1003.
For more information please go to www.AshlandOhioBalloonfest.com

Blossom Music Center
Cuyahoga Falls, OH
Concert:
Rascal Flatts 7:00 pm
website

West Salem Town & Country Firefighters Festival

Fun for the family. Inflatables, food vendors, games, firgo game, and live music. School Campus Fri 5-11 PM, Sat-10 AM-11 PM 419-853-4022

Boston Mills Artfest
he Boston Mills Artfest is a nationally recognized fine art and fine craft show. 2012 marks the 41st consecutive year that the Artfest will be held Rain or Shine at Boston Mills Ski Resort.
For additional information: website

Blossom Music Center
Cuyahoga Falls, OH
Concert:
Styx- 7:00 pm
website

Rib, White and Blue
Akron's National Rib Festival
Lock 3 Live
Downtown Akron, Ohio
Free admission all 3 days.
For additional info website

Blossom Music Center
Cuyahoga Falls, OH
The Cleveland Orchestra
July 3 - America the Beautiful - 8:00 pm
July 4 - Salute to America - 8:00 pm

For additional info website

Century Village - Ohio Chautauqua
A week-long program series featuring our theme “When Ohio Was The Western Frontier.” The troupe features naturalist and folk legend Johnny Appleseed, frontier aristocrat Margaret Blennerhassett, Iroquois leader Chief John Logan, Lewis & Clark expedition member York, and hero of the Battle of Lake Erie Oliver Hazard Perry. Each character has a different story to tell about the Ohio frontier, and all the stories are fascinating! Admission is FREE!
For additional info: website

Porthouse Theatre presents
THE WORLD GOES ‘ROUND
July 5 - 21
Music by John Kander
Lyrics by Fred Ebb
Conceived by Scott Ellis, Susan Stroman, David Thompson
Life (with its glories, indignities, hopes and quiet dreams) is the subject of this stunning revue of the beloved songs of John Kander and Fred Ebb. This glittering revue features unforgettable gems from throughout their incredible career in theatre, film and television, spotlighting songs from CABARET, CHICAGO, KISS OF THE SPIDERWOMAN, NEW YORK, NEW YORK, FUNNY LADYand more.
To contact Porthouse Theatre please call 330-672-3884
website

July 7, 2012
(Summit County)

Pancakes with Penguins
Join us for our annual summertime breakfast honoring the Humboldt penguins. Enjoy a pancake breakfast with all the fixings in Komodo Kingdom Cafe, then help with the morning feed at Penguin Point as our Education Staff tells you about these fine, feathered friends. Reservations required!
500 Edgewood Avenue, Akron, Ohio, 330-375-2550
For additional informationwww.akronzoo.org

Blossom Music Center
Cuyahoga Falls, OH
The Cleveland Orchestra
Emanuel Ax plays Mozart - 8:00 pm

For additional info website

Century Village
Pioneer School
In this, our 40th year of hosting Pioneer School, children ages 8 to 12 will experience pioneer life in the Western Reserve, from handicrafts and music to food preparation. As our 40th Anniversary, this year is going to be huge for us! Keep in touch to find out all we have planned for this Pioneer School milestone!Members: $90.00 / Non Members: $110.00

For additional info: website

Blossom Music Center
Cuyahoga Falls, OH
Concert:
Toby Keith - 7:00 pm
website

Rock the Resort 2012
Clays Park
13190 Patterson St.N.W.
N. Lawrence, OH 44666
For additional info 800.860.4386 or website

Great Mohican POW-WOW
Event takes place at Mohican Reservation and includes Native American dancing, story telling, dance and drum competition, crafts, traders. This is a real Native Indian Pow-Wow.
Call 877-266-4422 for information
website

Cain Park Festival
Meet 150 artists who will show you their jewelry, paintings, prints, drawing, fiber, sculptures, clay and glass works at one of America's top rated arts festivals. Gourmet food and entertainment also!
14591 Superior Rd., Cleveland Hts., OH
216.371.3000
website

The Second Annual 8x10 TheatreFest
Calling all playwrights! Send us your 10-minute plays!

Our first 8x10 TheatreFest was so successful that we’re making it an annual event! Once again, we invite playwrights to submit 10-minute plays. Volunteer judges will choose eight Finalist plays which will be presented over the weekend of TheatreFest – July 13 to 15, 2012. Cash prizes will be awarded to all Finalist playwrights. We’re looking for plays that excite and enchant, using interesting and compelling characters and situations.
website

Garfield Mini Militia Drill—A Civil War 150th Anniversary Program
James A. Garfield National Historic Site, 8095 Mentor Avenue, Mentor
1:00pm
During our annual Civil War encampment and in recognition of the continuing 150th anniversary of the Civil War, kids ages 5-12 are invited to come join the Garfield Mini Militia! Kids will dress up as Civil War soldiers and learn to march, drill, carry fake muskets, and more! Limit 25 children.
www.nps.gov/jaga
440-255-8722 - Reservations required

Blossom Music Center
Cuyahoga Falls, OH
The Cleveland Orchestra
All - Tchaikovsky - 8:00 pm

For additional info website

Greater Akron’s First and Finest Roller Derby League,
NEO Roller Derby
Rock ‘n’ Roller Girls vs. Burning River Roller Girls (Cleveland) Allstars
Rock ‘n’ Roller Girls vs. Burning River Roller Girls (Cleveland) HazMat

All bouts will be played at the Summit County Fairgrounds, 229 E. Howe Road in Tallmadge, Ohio. Doors open at 5 p.m.; skating starts at 6 p.m.

Tickets for NEO Roller Derby are $12 in advance and are available from team members or through brownpapertickets.com, where season passes are also available.

Ice Cream Weekend
9am to 5pm
Lake Metroparks
11211 Spear Road, Concord Twp., OH 44077
(440) 639-7275, (440) 358 - 7275 Visitor Services
www.lakemetroparks.com

Civil War Encampment
Lake County History Center
Visit Troop Encampments, demonstrations, period foods, shopping, military marching and more.
10 am to 4pm
$5 PP
For additional info website

Hale Farm and Village
Music in the Valley
2686 Oak Hill Road, Bath, Ohio 44210
330-666-3711
www.wrhs.org

River Jamboree
Hidden Valley Park, 4880 Klasen Road, Madison
1:00pm-4:00pm
In Lake County we have a wonderful bounty of freshwater resources, including the Grand River – our only Scenic and Wild River. The free family event will focus on those species and qualities that make the Grand River unique. Join us as we investigate the scaly residents of the Grand River and how important they are to the river ecosystem.
www.lakemetroparks.com
440-256-2100 - Pre-registration required

Johnnycake Jog
Lake County Fairgrounds, Rt. 20 & Fairgrounds Rd., Mentor
8:00 am
The 36th annual 5 mile Run / 5k walk to benefit area schools through the Newspaper in Education program.
www.johnnycakejog.com
440-951-0000

The Cleveland Orchestra presents:
Great Gerswhin - Brilliant Bernstein
Time: 7:00 pm
Blossom Music Center
Cuyahoga Falls, OH

For more info website

July 18 , 2012
(Summit County)

BREW at the Zoo - Akron Zoo
6-9 pm
Akron Zoo member - $15
Non-Akron Zoo member - $21
Get a taste of the wild side! Enjoy a casual beer tasting from local breweries as you stroll through the zoo. Tastings are complimentary and full-size beers will be available for purchase at $3 each. Listen to live music and check out our animal exhibits at this special after-hours party. Limited tickets available so make your reservations now! 21 and older.
500 Edgewood Avenue, Akron, Ohio, 330-375-2550
For additional informationwww.akronzoo.org

Blossom Music Center
Cuyahoga Falls, OH
Concert:
Nickelback - 6:30 pm
website

Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad presents:
Grape-Escape" Wine-Tasting Excursion
For additional information see our Winery page.

Party in the Park
Veteran’s Park, 1 Liberty Street, Painesville
Friday, 11:00am-12:30pm; Saturday, Noon-12:30am; Sunday, 9:00am-Midnight (schedules vary see the website)
Ohio's largest FREE Music Festival with over 30 acts from around the country and Ohio performing on three stages, 40 fantastic food vendors, a beer and wine garden featuring microbrews, a KID ZONE with inflatables, arts and crafts, community stage and Jungle Terry entertainment. There is plenty of free parking around the beautiful historic tree-lined Veteran’s Park. Bring your chair, kick back and have a wonderful weekend listening to great music. See you at the Party!
www.parkpartyinfo.com
440-296-9504

Hudson Wine Festival
This event benefits the Humane Society of Greater Akron.  Located along Village Way in First & Main, the festival features over 250 wines plus international food, entertainment, artists, and pet-related activities for the entire family.  Wine tasting tickets are $20 in advance, $25 at the door and include 10 tastes plus a souvenir glass.  All other activities are free.  www.hudsonwinefestival.com

July 20th - 6 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.
July 21st– 1 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.
July 22nd - Noon to 10 p.m.

Largest 3-day Fair in Northern Portage County
Family Fun • Delicious Food • Friday Fireworks
Rides • Games • Contests • Cash Prizes
Indoor Casino • Live Bands & Ox Roast Idol
A/C Dining Hall serving Ox Roast Dinners
Semi Truck, 4WD Pick-Up & Tractor Pulls
Not Your Typical Church Festival!!!

Located on St. Joseph Blvd. off Pioneer Trail, West of S.R. 44
South of S.R. 82 just North of Mantua Village
Accessible from Alt. 422 or Ohio Turnpike Exit 193

For More Info., call 330-274-2253 or visit website

Christmas in July in downtown Vermilion - 20th - Santa Arrives by Riverboat and then Movie in the Park, 21st - shop and dine downtown, 22nd Concert in Victory Park.

Brunswick Old Fashioned Days
Brunswick High School
Brunswick, Ohio
For additional information 330.220.1111
website

Arts Fest
Historic downtown Willoughby (Erie Street and River Street), Willoughby
10:00am-5:00pm
Featuring over 125 artists, entertainment and food
www.willoughbyareachamber.com
440-942-1632

James A. Garfield and the Civil War Tour – A Civil War 150th Anniversary Program
James A. Garfield National Historic Site, 8095 Mentor Avenue, Mentor
11:00am
This informative program is a must for both casual and dedicated Civil War buffs. It explores James A. Garfield’s Civil War service to the Union, including his roles at the battles of Middle Creek and Chickamauga. This 90-minute tour begins in the visitor center and then proceeds to the Garfield home and emphasizes Garfield’s time as a soldier.
www.nps.gov/jaga
440-255-8722 - Reservations recommended

Python Day
Peninsula, Ohio
website

Blossom Music Center
Cuyahoga Falls, OH
The Cleveland Orchestra
Mozart Under the Stars - 8:00 pm

For additional info website

Hale Farm and Village
Hale Country Fair
2686 Oak Hill Road, Bath, Ohio 44210
330-666-3711
www.wrhs.org

Woodcarvers Show
Penitentiary Glen Reservation
9am to 5pm
Lake Metroparks
11211 Spear Road, Concord Twp., OH 44077
(440) 639-7275, (440) 358 - 7275 Visitor Services
www.lakemetroparks.com

Pirate Triathlon/Kayak Triathlon
Fairport Harbor Lakefront Park, 301 Huntington Beach Drive, Fairport Harbor
8:00am
Triathlon begins with swimming 500 meters (the length of the Fairport Harbor and back) or kayaking three kilometers. The second leg is a sprint to participants’ bicycles set in the parking lot, and a 20K race through Fairport Harbor Village and Painesville Township. The third leg features a 5K loop run through the streets of Fairport Harbor Village. Athletes will cross the finish line at Fairport Harbor Lakefront Park.
www.lakemetroparks.com
440-358-7275 or 800-669-9226 - Pre-registration required and fee applies

Blossom Music Center
Cuyahoga Falls, OH
Concert:
Rockstar Energy - 7:00 pm
website

45th Annual St. Demetrios Church Greek Festival
Largest Greek Festival in Ohio
St Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church
3223 Atlantic Street NE
Warren, Ohio 44483
330.394.9021
Free
www.warrenohstdemetrios.org

Solon Home Days
This years theme Mardi Gras
For additional information website

Porthouse Theatre presents
THE SOUND OF MUSIC

Music by Richard Rogers
Lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II
Book by Howard Lindsay and Russel Crouse
Suggested by “The Trapp Family Singers” by Maria Augusta Trapp
The final collaboration between Rodgers & Hammerstein was destined to become the world's most beloved musical. When a postulant proves too high-spirited for the religious life, she is dispatched to serve as governess for the seven children of a widowed naval Captain. Her growing rapport with the youngsters, coupled with her generosity of spirit, gradually captures the heart of the stern Captain, and they marry. Upon returning from their honeymoon they discover that Austria has been invaded by the Nazis, who demand the Captain's immediate service in their navy. The family's narrow escape over the mountains to Switzerland on the eve of World War II provides one of the most thrilling and inspirational finales ever presented in the theatre. The motion picture version remains the most popular movie musical of all time.

To contact Porthouse Theatre please call 330-672-3884
website

Cleveland Wine Festival
offers a variety of tastings, seminars and cooking demonstrations in a relaxed, scenic setting on the shores of Lake Erie. Festival guests can sample from more than 270 wines from around the world – including Ohio wines – and learn about new and exciting varieties from the experts. Some of the area’s best restaurants will sell their signature dishes.

Adult Wine Tasting Ticket
$28 in advance or $35 at the door.
There are no additional handling or processing fees for online orders. This ticket includes a souvenir wine glass, ten tastings, Festival Program, Food & Wine seminars, cooking demonstrations, musical entertainment, and the opportunity to purchase wine at a discount.

Designated Driver Ticket
$10 in advance or at the door.
This ticket includes two non-alcoholic drinks, Festival Program, Food & Wine seminars, cooking demonstrations, musical entertainment, souvenir wine glass upon departure. Under 21 admitted free when accompanied by paid adult.

website

Century Village
Antique Power and Steam Equipment Show
Fascinating exhibition and demonstration of several hundred steam and other power-driven machines that lead our Industrial and Agricultural Revolution. Hours are 10am - 5pm.

For additional info: website

Weathervane Theater presents

Annie
Leapin' Lizards! The popular comic strip heroine takes center stage in one of the world's best-loved musicals. Annie tells the tale of a spunky Depression-era orphan determined to find her parents, who abandoned her years ago on the doorstep of a New York City orphanage run by the cruel Miss Hannigan. In adventure after fun-filled adventure, Annie foils Miss Hannigan's evil machinations, befriends President Franklin Delano Roosevelt and finds a new family and home with billionaire Oliver Warbucks, his personal secretary Grace Farrell and a lovable mutt named Sandy.
For more info website

66th Jeromesville Summer Festival
A local resident homecoming and more! The Festival includes fun entertainment, games, and something to eat. The Jeromesville Historical Society typically has items on display not normally exhibited in the museum. A parade may also planned.
For information call 419-368-3055

Rail Fanning Day
The Painesville Depot, 475 Railroad Street, Painesville
10:00am-4:00pm
Come and enjoy a day of watching trains at the historic Painesville Depot on Saturday. See the trains in the Snow. Spend the day visiting our depot and see the artifacts of the glory days of railroading. The depot opened in 1893 for the Lake Shore and Michigan Southern Railroad. The station is on what is now the CSX water front main line and has about four trains per hour pass by it. So bring your camera and chair and enjoy the day.
www.painesvilledepot.org
216-470-5780

July 28, 2012
(Summit County)

Princess and Pirate Night
Calling all princesses and pirates: this night's just for you! Wear your best princess gown or pirate garb as you explore the zoo looking for "treasure." Also enjoy face painting, bouncy houses and crafts. But let's not forget - every pirate needs a parrot and every princess needs a frog. Learn about these special animals and take your picture with the biggest frog of all - Akron Zoo mascot, Conrad Conservation. Add on the overnight snooze with your registration and spend a wild night at the zoo.
500 Edgewood Avenue, Akron, Ohio, 330-375-2550
For additional informationwww.akronzoo.org

Blossom Music Center
Cuyahoga Falls, OH
The Cleveland Orchestra
Beethoven's Fifth - 8:00 pm

For additional info website

Blossom Music Center
Cuyahoga Falls, OH
Concert:
Big Time Rush- 7:00 pm
website

Pro Football Hall of Fame Rib Burnoff
Stark County Fairgrounds
For additional information website

August 3-4, 2012
(Lake County)

UNIVERSITY CIRCLE SALUTES VETERANS
Community Festival, Classic Car Show and Rib Burn-off
August 4, 2012 – 11:00 am – 5:00 pm

On Saturday August 4, 2012 the annual University Circle Salutes
Veterans Community Festival and Rib Burn-off will take place at the Mt. Zion Congregational Church, VA Medical Center, and Western Reserve Historical Society History Center at the intersection of E. 108th St. and Magnolia Dr. in University Circle.

Free and open to the public, this community-building event is a special tribute to veterans, featuring a ceremony with local dignitaries, as well as live musical entertainment, classic cars, community services booths, and children’s games.  The festival begins at Lakeview Cemetery at 10:00 am with a wreath laying ceremony for the grave of a local veteran.  Classic cars and guests will parade from the cemetery through Wade Oval to the festival at 11:00 am.  Fantasitic BBQ rib and chicken dinners, games, and live entertainment, including the return of the Cleveland Showagon, will continue throughout the day.
website

Blossom Music Center
Cuyahoga Falls, OH
The Cleveland Orchestra
Romeo and Juliet - 8:00 pm

For additional info website

August 4, 2012

(Lake County)

Behind the Scenes Tour
James A. Garfield National Historic Site, 8095 Mentor Avenue, Mentor
11:00am
See the Garfield home and property as you’ve never seen it before! This special two-hour tour takes you into rooms in the Garfield house not open to the normal public tour, including the basement and attic. You’ll also explore the windmill, barn, and other outbuildings. Minimum age is 16. Please wear comfortable walking shoes and be prepared to climb steps without difficulty.
www.nps.gov/jaga
440-255-8722 - Reservations recommended

The Battle of Second Manassas: Major Battles of the Civil War Lunchtime Speaker Series
Mentor Public Library, 8215 Mentor Avenue, Mentor
12:00pm
Join James A. Garfield NHS staff and volunteers at Mentor Public Library on the second Wednesday of each month for a new talk on “Major Battles of the Civil War!” In August, learn more about the battle of Second Manassas, a Confederate victory fought in Virginia in late August 1862. Victory at Second Manassas encouraged the Confederates to begin their first invasion of the North. Program is free of charge; attendees are welcome to bring lunch and eat during the talk.
www.nps.gov/jaga
440-255-8722

Glow-a-Palooza
Penitentiary Glen Reservation, 8668 Kirtland-Chardon Road, Kirtland
8:00pm-Midnight
Family astronomy night with indoor and outdoor activities for stargazers ages eight and older, exhibits, activities, games, night hike, wildlife program, and miniature train rides. Enjoy the majestic display of the summer night sky above our park. View planets and other stellar objects with telescopes and expert guidance provided by the Chagrin Valley Astronomical Society.
www.lakemetroparks.com
440-358-7275 or 800-669-9226 – Pre-registration requested

Hale Farm and Village
Civil War Reenactment
2686 Oak Hill Road, Bath, Ohio 44210
330-666-3711
www.wrhs.org

Thousands of visitors and re-enactors flock to Hale Farm & Village annually for this popular summertime event—one of the largest Civil War reenactments in Ohio . Meet soldiers and civilians. Hear the sounds of battle and smell the gunpowder. Shake hands with President Lincoln or shop for a hoopskirt. Don’t miss the excitement!

Lake County Fair
Lake County Fairgrounds, 1301 Mentor Avenue, Painesville
8:00am-11:00pm; Exhibit Buildings, 12:00pm-10:00pm
156th Annual Lake County Fair – entertainment – exhibits – 4H livestock auction – parade – truck and tractor pulls – food vendors – horse shows – demolition derby – animal shows
www.lakecountyfair.org
440-354-3339

For additional Ohio Fairs click here.

Chesterland Historical Village Flea Market
Corner of Caves & Mayfield Rd.

8AM-3PM
Rain or Shine
Flea Market Admission: $2

The Western Reserve Daylily Society will be selling modern hybrid daylilies at affordable prices.  Many forms and colors will be available.  Daylily experts will be on hand to answer your daylily questions. Visit www.westernreservedaylilysociety.org  or e-mail: wrds.daylilyAgmail.com for more information.

Art in the Park
Veteran’s Park, Downtown Painesville
11:00am-5:00pm
Local artists displaying various forms of art for sale; the show includes painting contest, story telling, food and music.
www.painesvilleartinthepark.com
440-392-5795

James A. Garfield and the Civil War Tour – A Civil War 150th Anniversary Program
James A. Garfield National Historic Site, 8095 Mentor Avenue, Mentor
11:00am
This informative program is a must for both casual and dedicated Civil War buffs. It explores James A. Garfield’s Civil War service to the Union, including his roles at the battles of Middle Creek and Chickamauga. This 90-minute tour begins in the visitor center and then proceeds to the Garfield home and emphasizes Garfield’s time as a soldier.
www.nps.gov/jaga
440-255-8722 - Reservations recommended

Last Stop Willoughby / Taste of Willoughby
Historic downtown Willoughby (Erie Street and River Street), Willoughby
8:00am-11:00pm
Last Stop Willoughby begins at 8:00am with the Willoughby Outdoor Market featuring a variety of vendors from Northeast Ohio offering fruits, vegetables, breads, pastries and more. Downtown Willoughby’s retail merchants will kick off a sidewalk sale featuring a variety of merchandise. The biggest addition this year is “The Taste of Willoughby.” The participating downtown Willoughby restaurants will set up shop on the sidewalks outside their doors and serve food. A ballot contest will determine who reigns supreme in a “People’s Choice” competition. Throughout the day, enjoy entertainment in the gazebo, a variety of kid’s activities, train displays and other events. Come join us and celebrate all that Willoughby has to offer!
www.DTWilloughby.com or www.heartofwilloughby.com
440-946-9612

Greater Akron’s First and Finest Roller Derby League,
NEO Roller Derby
Rock ‘n’ Roller Girls vs. Derby City (Louisville, Ky.)
Audio Assault vs. Derby City B Team (Louisville, Ky.)

All bouts will be played at the Summit County Fairgrounds, 229 E. Howe Road in Tallmadge, Ohio. Doors open at 5 p.m.; skating starts at 6 p.m.

Tickets for NEO Roller Derby are $12 in advance and are available from team members or through brownpapertickets.com, where season passes are also available.

National Hamburger Festival
Saturday Noon - 9pm
Sunday Noon - 7pm
Admission $5
Lock 3, Downtown Akron, Ohio
www.hamburgerfestival.com

Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad presents:
Grape-Escape" Wine-Tasting Excursion
For additional information see our Winery page.

Century Village
Raccoon County Music Festival
Day-long celebration of traditional music from bluegrass to Cajun performed by the area’s best musicians. Hours are Noon - 8pm.
Adults: $10.00/Kids 6-12: $4.00
For additional info: website

Blossom Music Center
Cuyahoga Falls, OH
Concert:
Rascal Flatts- 8:00 pm
website

Art on the Green - Hudson
This free, juried art show features over 140 artists around the country.  Held rain or shine on the southeast green, the show features oils, watercolors, fine jewelry, pottery, glass, photography, fiber art, garden art, and so much more.  Saturday 10-5, Sunday 11-5.  Sponsored by the Hudson Society of Artists, www.hudsonsocietyofartists.org.

Sunset/Moonrise Private Lighthouse Tour
Fairport Lighthouse and Marine Museum, 129 Second Street, Fairport Harbor
7:00pm
A wine and cheese party precedes a guided lighthouse tour that includes sites not open to the public.
www.fairportlighthouse.com
440-354-4825

Cleveland Oktoberfest
Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds
164 Eastland Road
Berea, Ohio 44017
For additional information: website

Behind the Scenes Tour
James A. Garfield National Historic Site, 8095 Mentor Avenue, Mentor
11:00am
See the Garfield home and property as you’ve never seen it before! This special two-hour tour takes you into rooms in the Garfield house not open to the normal public tour, including the basement and attic. You’ll also explore the windmill, barn, and other outbuildings. Minimum age is 16. Please wear comfortable walking shoes and be prepared to climb steps without difficulty.
www.nps.gov/jaga
440-255-8722 - Reservations recommended

Hale Farm and Village
Made In Ohio Craft Festival
2686 Oak Hill Road, Bath, Ohio 44210
330-666-3711
www.wrhs.org

Taste of Hudson
Hudson's premiere outdoor culinary entertainment festival gets better every year.  Held over Labor Day weekend, the festival spans three downtown greens, and features fabulous food from Hudson area eateries, an outdoor beer & wine garden, live entertainment on three stages, cooking demos, artisans, children's activities, and much more.  Admission is free, with tasting cards on sale at the event.  Sunday 12-8 and Monday 11-6.  www.tasteofhudson.com

Taste of Painesville
Downtown Painesville, 177 Main Street, Painesville
5:00pm-10:00pm
An annual event, end of summer party featuring food from Painesville restaurants, local bands and a corn hole tournament; music from Andy’s Last Band.
www.tasteofpainesville.webs.com
440-392-5795

Blossom Music Center
Cuyahoga Falls, OH
Concert:
Jason Aldean- 7:00 pm
website

Greater Akron’s First and Finest Roller Derby League,
NEO Roller Derby
Rock ‘n’ Roller Girls vs. Killamazoo (Kalamazoo, Mich.)
Audio Assault vs. Killamazoo (Kalamazoo, Mich.)

All bouts will be played at the Summit County Fairgrounds, 229 E. Howe Road in Tallmadge, Ohio. Doors open at 5 p.m.; skating starts at 6 p.m.

Tickets for NEO Roller Derby are $12 in advance and are available from team members or through brownpapertickets.com, where season passes are also available.

North Union Farmers Market is proud to present the third annual FUNdraiser. Cleveland Garlic Festival at historic Shaker Square! This grassroots food and music event will take place Saturday, September 8 and Sunday, September 9, 2012. All proceeds will support North Union’s mission of championing local foods by connecting certified producers with consumers through a network of markets. Cleveland Garlic Festival will be ground zero for “all things garlic” in the Midwest Great Lakes region. Attendees will enjoy garlic-themed food prepared by local chefs including everything from ice cream to oysters, an onsite celebrity chef Grill-Off, live music, cooking demonstrations, wine tastings, taste and grow tents for children and many
more events and activities.

Festival dates: Saturday, September 8 1 pm - 9 pm
Sunday, September 9 Noon - 6 pm

Tickets
One-day pass
Adults: $7, Seniors: $4, Children ages 3 - 12: $2

Two-day pass
Adults: $12, , Seniors: $6, Children: $3
*Children under three are free for both days.

For more info website

Willoughby Hills Fall Corn Fest
Willoughby Hills Community Center, 35400 Chardon, Wlby. Hills, OH
Sat. noon to 11pm, Sun. noon to 6pm
The City's premier event featuring parade, fireworks, classic car show, 5K run, live entertainment, concessions, corn hole tournament, kids games, and much more!
www.whcornfest.com
440-918-8730

24th Annual Bug Day
Penitentiary Glen Reservation
Noon to 4pm
Lake Metroparks
11211 Spear Road, Concord Twp., OH 44077
(440) 639-7275, (440) 358 - 7275 Visitor Services
www.lakemetroparks.com

Colonial Soldiers Weekend
America's Colonial era comes alive as local re-actors set up camp at the Wolf Creek Pine Run Grist Mill. It's a great opportunity to see cannon demonstrations, uniform inspections, wigwam building, and more. Visit with American, British, French, and Native American soldiers in traditional 18th century uniforms. Enjoy trading demonstrations, even a battle re-creation. Visitors can also check out all the happenings at the Grist Mill too.
For more info go to www.WolfCreekMill.org

The Battle of Antietam: Major Battles of the Civil War Lunchtime Speaker Series
Mentor Public Library, 8215 Mentor Avenue, Mentor
12:00pm
Join James A. Garfield NHS staff and volunteers at Mentor Public Library on the second Wednesday of each month for a new talk on “Major Battles of the Civil War!” The September 17, 1862 battle of Antietam in Maryland will be discussed this month. Learn more about the bloodiest single day in American history and the strategic Union victory that encouraged President Lincoln to issue the Preliminary Emancipation Proclamation just five days later. Program is free of charge; attendees are welcome to bring lunch and eat during the talk.
www.nps.gov/jaga
440-255-8722

LOG CABIN DAYS
Spend a fun day for the entire family learning about quality Amish made log homes. Log home tour, lumberjack competition, log cabin raising, Amish food, silent craft auction, log home related exhibitors and much more. Donation for American Cancer Society accepted for log home tour. Call 800-368-1015 or 419-368-0004 for more info.

Village Peddler Festival
Lake Metroparks Farmpark
Saturday, 10am to 6pm
Sunday, 10am to 5pm
No discounts of coupons accepted.
Lake Metroparks
11211 Spear Road, Concord Twp., OH 44077
(440) 639-7275, (440) 358 - 7275 Visitor Services
www.lakemetroparks.com

Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad presents:
Grape-Escape" Wine-Tasting Excursion
For additional information see our Winery page.

It’s Better in Mentor Festival
Civic Center Park, 8500 Civic Center Boulevard, Mentor
Friday, 4:00pm-11:00pm; Saturday, 11:00am-11:00pm; Sunday, 11:00am-6:00pm
Rides, games, live entertainment, arts & crafts, and food. The Parade is Saturday, 10:00am
www.cityofmentor.com
440-974-5720

Cleveland Metroparks Zoo
Cleveland Metroparks Zoo's Teddy Bear Day is Saturday, The Zoo is open 10 am - 2pm
Visitors will also see how the Zoo takes care of one of the largest collections of bear species in North America including sloth and polar bears during special Meet-the-Bear-Keeper programs. These programs will highlight the exceptional care the Zoo's bears receive and will encourage visitors to get more involved in efforts to conserve their wild counterparts
For additional info: website

Miller Boat Line 5K and 1 Mile Family Fun Walk

Runners & walkers welcome to attend this annual 5K/1 Mile Family Fun Walk Saturday, Sept.24. Race begins near The Boathouse Restaurant, downtown Put-in-Bay. A scenic course, much of it winding along the island shoreline, participants consider this to be one of the most beautiful runs in Ohio. Preregister for discount, family discount also available. Registrants get special round trip fare $10 aboard Miller Ferry to Put-in-Bay. Prizes & unique engraved Lake Erie stones awarded to several age levels, male & female. Sign up at http://www.hermescleveland.com or http://www.5katputinbay.com/ All ages WELCOME! Make it a day (or more) with friends & family on the Island. Bring the family, spend the entire weekend. Benefit Mother of Sorrows Church.
Miller Ferry

Fall Harvest Festival & Antique Tractor Show
Lake Metroparks Farmpark
9am to 5pm
Lake Metroparks
11211 Spear Road, Concord Twp., OH 44077
(440) 639-7275, (440) 358 - 7275 Visitor Services
www.lakemetroparks.com

Swifty’s Balloon Farm – Life-sized Balloon Art Exhibit
Lake Metroparks Farmpark, 8800 Euclid-Chardon Road, Kirtland
9:00am-5:00pm
The Master Balloon Artists' work will adorn the Farmpark with life-sized farm themed balloon sculptures including a barn, tractor, hay wagon, garden, and a scarecrow or two. It takes five days (220 man-hours) to build this display using more than 20,000 balloons! The exhibit is included with regular Farmpark admission.
www.lakemetroparks.com
440-256-2122 or 800-366-3276

Great Western Reserve Clambake
Lake County History Center
Enjoy beautiful grounds, entertainment and museum tours.
1-5pm (serving 1-3 pm)
For additional info website

Woofstock
The Holden Arboretum, 9500 Sperry Road, Kirtland
9:00am-3:00pm
Bring your pooch out to Holden to benefit the Geauga Humane Society.
www.holdenarb.org
440-946-4400

September 28
Thru November 4, 2012
(Cuyahoga County)

The Winter's Tale
A Remarkable Epic of Romance and Renewal

A royal family is ripped apart when King Leontes imprisons Queen Hermione on suspicions of infidelity and exiles his newborn daughter. But callous hearts are redeemed, and broken ones mended, when the king’s abandoned orphan falls in love with a Bohemian prince. In a surprising Shakespearean twist, this beautiful and bittersweet tale transcends wrath and regret to achieve romance and renewal in a miraculously cathartic conclusion.

website

The Death of President James A. Garfield
James A. Garfield National Historic Site, 8095 Mentor Avenue, Mentor
2:00pm
President James A. Garfield served just four months in office before being shot by Charles Guiteau on July 2, 1881. The president lingered for over two months, finally dying on September 19, 1881. In recognition of the 131st anniversary of Garfield’s death, join a National Park Service ranger for a presentation about the circumstances of the shooting, the president’s medical care, and his death and funeral. Free of charge.
www.nps.gov/jaga
440-255-8722

Prairie Peddler
Butler, OH.
10am-5pm. Adults- $6.00, Children 6-12- $3.00 and children under 6 are free. Held Rain or Shine. Over 170 traditional and modern craftsmen demonstrate and sell their handmade items in a beautiful wooded late 1877's setting. Watch and listen to talented artisans show and explain the process of their handmade masterpieces. Enjoy and take home excellent homemade food, snacks and desserts prepared over open fires. Live continuous musical entertainment on four stages throughout the festival.Call 419-663-1818 or 877-266-4422 for more information.

The Geneva Grape Jamboree celebrates the harvesting of the local grapes. Visitors may taste freshly squeezed grape juice, wine, and various other grape products. All grand-stand entertainment, including the grape stomping contest, is free. Miss Grapette is featured in the two giant parades each afternoon: Saturday at 1:30 p.m. and Sunday at 2:00 p.m. Rides, crafts, food, and other concessions pack the downtown streets during this grape filled weekend. For additional info 440.466.JAMB or website.

October 3, 2012
(Summit County)

BREW at the Zoo - Akron Zoo
6-9 pm
Akron Zoo member - $15
Non-Akron Zoo member - $21
Get a taste of the wild side! Enjoy a casual beer tasting from local breweries as you stroll through the zoo. Tastings are complimentary and full-size beers will be available for purchase at $3 each. Listen to live music and check out our animal exhibits at this special after-hours party. Limited tickets available so make your reservations now! 21 and older.
500 Edgewood Avenue, Akron, Ohio, 330-375-2550
For additional informationwww.akronzoo.org

October 5 -
thru November 3, 2012
(Cuyahoga County)

The Imaginary Invalid
A Marvelously Mod Molière Comedy

The wealthy Argan is a housebound hypochondriac who fears he’s contracted every disease imaginable. Unfortunately, a pack of quacks is more than happy to (mis)treat him. Can Argan find the cure for what ails him, and bankroll his medical bills by marrying his daughter to a doctor? The answer will leave you…in stitches. Infused with 60s pop culture and original music, this madcap makeover of Molière’s comic classic is just what the doctor ordered!

Great Lakes Theater, Cleveland, Ohio
website

Barnyard Barbeque Bash
Lake Metroparks Farmpark, 8800 Euclid Chardon Road, Kirtland
5:00pm-9:00pm
A night of “good ol’ fashioned fun” that includes campfire singing and marshmallow roasting, horse-drawn wagon rides, a corn maze, square dancing and more!
www.lakemetroparks.com
440-256-2122 or 800-366-3276 - Tickets must be purchased in advance

Behind the Scenes Tour
James A. Garfield National Historic Site, 8095 Mentor Avenue, Mentor
11:00am
See the Garfield home and property as you’ve never seen it before! This special two-hour tour takes you into rooms in the Garfield house not open to the normal public tour, including the basement and attic. You’ll also explore the windmill, barn, and other outbuildings. Minimum age is 16. Please wear comfortable walking shoes and be prepared to climb steps without difficulty.
www.nps.gov/jaga
440-255-8722 - Reservations recommended

Prairie Peddler
Butler, OH.
10am-5pm. Adults- $6.00, Children 6-12- $3.00 and children under 6 are free. Held Rain or Shine. Over 170 traditional and modern craftsmen demonstrate and sell their handmade items in a beautiful wooded late 1877's setting. Watch and listen to talented artisans show and explain the process of their handmade masterpieces. Enjoy and take home excellent homemade food, snacks and desserts prepared over open fires. Live continuous musical entertainment on four stages throughout the festival.Call 419-663-1818 or 877-266-4422 for more information.

Ashland County Farm Tour
Sponsored by the Ashland County Farm Bureau, the Tour is a self-drive excursion around the county where town folk can visit a "real live" working farm. The tour rotates around to different parts of the county to show off Ashland County's more interesting farms. It also highlights why agriculture is such an important part of our lives. The tour typically include 7 or 8 stops, with some selling refreshment for purchase. The tour is a great way to shows your kids "milk does not come from the grocery store."
For information call 330-263-7456.

October 6-7, 2012
(Lake County)

Goblins in the Garden
The Holden Arboretum, 9500 Sperry Road, Kirtland
11:00am-4:00pm
Enjoy a trick or treat through the trails at Holden. Activities include wagon rides, hay stacks, a corn maze, and crafts and face painting, etc.
www.holdenarb.org
440-946-4400

The Battle of Perryville: Major Battles of the Civil War Lunchtime Speaker Series
Mentor Public Library, 8215 Mentor Avenue, Mentor
12:00pm
Join James A. Garfield NHS staff and volunteers at Mentor Public Library on the second Wednesday of each month for a new talk on “Major Battles of the Civil War!” The October 8, 1862 battle of Perryville, Kentucky will be discussed this month. Perryville was a tactical victory for Gen. Braxton Bragg and the Confederacy, but an eventual retreat set the stage for the battle of Stone’s River at the end of 1862. Program is free of charge; attendees are welcome to bring lunch and eat during the talk.
www.nps.gov/jaga
440-255-8722

Murder in the Mansion
Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens
Akron, OH
For more info website

Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad presents:
Grape-Escape" Wine-Tasting Excursion
For additional information see our Winery page.

October 12, 13, 19, 20, 26 and 27, 2012
(Lake County)

CEELY HISTORICAL DRAMA

Malabar Farm. Package includes wagon ride, BBQ dinner and theatrical production of the 1896 Murders of the Rose Family. Fri & Sat performances start at 7 pm, dinner at 6 pm and wagon rides from 4 pm - 6 pm. Sunday performance starts at 3 pm, dinner at 2 pm, wagon rides from 12 noon to 2 pm. Tickets: $32.00 per person.
To order tickets call 419-522-2726

Ashtabula County Covered Bridge Festival
For additional information
website

Century Village - Apple Butter Festival
64 years of tradition simmers in copper kettles right before your eyes. Artisans, children's activities, demonstrations, music and much more. Hours are 10am - 5pm. Adults: $7.00/Kids 6-12: $4.00
For additional info: website

Corn and Pumpkin Harvest Weekend
Lake Metroparks
9am to 5pm
Lake Metroparks
11211 Spear Road, Concord Twp., OH 44077
(440) 639-7275, (440) 358 - 7275 Visitor Services
www.lakemetroparks.com

Oktoberfest
The festival is held under tent in DeRivera Park on the corner of Delaware and Hartford avenues downtown, Put-in-Bay. The festival is open 11:00am to 7:00pm Saturday and Noon to 5:00pm on Sunday.
Many island restaurants serve a large variety of German food, including brats, weinerschnitzel, sauerkraut, potato pancakes, spatzel, apple dumplings, German Chocolate cake, cabbage rolls and sauerkraut balls. The festival also includes a selection of island wines from Put in Bay's Heineman Winery and German beers. The popular Maxx Band's "Fingers and Sticks" will perform both days again this year and the Leiderkranz Dancers from Mansfield, OH are expected to perform on Sunday. Get a discount when you buy the 2-day pass.
Put-in-Bay Chamber 419.285.2832

October 13-14, 2012
October 20-21, 2012
(Summit County)

Hale Farm and Village
Harvest Festival and Farmhouse Suppers
2686 Oak Hill Road, Bath, Ohio 44210
330-666-3711
www.wrhs.org

October 13, 14, 19, 20, 21, 26, 27 & 28, 2012
(Summit County)

Boo at the Zoo
Akron Zoo
5:30 - 8:00pm/ Saturdays & Sundays - 3-8 pm
Dress your little ghosts and goblins in their costumes for everyone's favorite non-scary Halloween event. Use your candy passport to find all of the treat stations at the zoo!
500 Edgewood Avenue, Akron, Ohio, 330-375-2550
For additional informationwww.akronzoo.org

October 18-19, 2012
(Summit County)

Murder in the Mansion
Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens
Akron, OH
For more info website

Cleveland Metroparks Zoo
6-9 pm
Designed for a younger audience, Boo offers eight nights of scare-free fun. Boo at the Zoo is a neighborhood of safe Halloween entertainment, with a spooky delight on every corner including animals on exhibit each evening.
For additional info: website

Poe in Person: An Evening with Edgar Allan Poe
James A. Garfield National Historic Site, 8095 Mentor Avenue, Mentor
6:00pm and 8:00pm
Edgar Allan Poe was America’s most famous writer of the macabre, and several of his works were among the personal collection of James A. Garfield. Visit for special performances of several Poe stories and poems by David Keltz, America’s foremost Poe living historian! This event is intended for those 16 years and older.
www.nps.gov/jaga
440-255-8722 - Tickets are limited and required, Fee applies

Murder in the Mansion
Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens
Akron, OH
For more info website

Behind the Scenes Tour
James A. Garfield National Historic Site, 8095 Mentor Avenue, Mentor
11:00am
See the Garfield home and property as you’ve never seen it before! This special two-hour tour takes you into rooms in the Garfield house not open to the normal public tour, including the basement and attic. You’ll also explore the windmill, barn, and other outbuildings. Minimum age is 16. Please wear comfortable walking shoes and be prepared to climb steps without difficulty.
www.nps.gov/jaga
440-255-8722 - Reservations recommended

The Campaign and Election of 1880
James A. Garfield National Historic Site, 8095 Mentor Avenue, Mentor
1:00pm
As Election Day 2012 approaches, take a break from the commercials, debates, and polls to learn more about the campaign of 1880, when Republican James A. Garfield faced Democrat Winfield Scott Hancock. What were the issues? How did the candidates campaign? How did anyone know what a candidate believed in the days before Facebook, Twitter, and 24-hour news channels? Learn all of this and more at this presentation! Free of charge.
www.nps.gov/jaga
440-255-8722

November 3-10 , 2012
(Summit County)

Hale Farm and Village
A Fugitive's Path: escape from the Underground
2686 Oak Hill Road, Bath, Ohio 44210
330-666-3711
www.wrhs.org

Wildwood Quilters Guild Small Quilt Show
Mentor Senior Center, 8484 Munson Road, Mentor
10:00am-4:00pm
Shop for holiday gifts and small quilted items. Area quilt shops will be available for quilting needs. A quilt will be raffled.
www.cityofmentor.com
440-974-5735 - Donation applies.

November 10 , 2012

Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad presents:
Grape-Escape" Wine-Tasting Excursion
For additional information see our Winery page.

Veterans Day Weekend—Fee Free Days!
James A. Garfield National Historic Site, 8095 Mentor Avenue, Mentor
12:00pm-5:00pm
The Secretary of the Interior has designated Veterans Day weekend as fee-free at all National Park Service sites. Walk the grounds, check out the museum exhibits, watch the film, and take a guided tour of the Garfield home for free!
www.nps.gov/jaga
440-255-8722

The Battle of Stone’s River: Major Battles of the Civil War Lunchtime Speaker Series
Mentor Public Library, 8215 Mentor Avenue, Mentor
12:00pm
Join James A. Garfield NHS staff and volunteers at Mentor Public Library on the second Wednesday of each month for a new talk on “Major Battles of the Civil War!” Following up on October’s talk on Perryville, November’s installment examines the December 1862-January 1863 battle of Stone’s River, Tennessee. Stone’s River is considered a draw, though the Union’s repulse of two major Confederate attacks and the subsequent Southern withdrawal provided a much-needed boost to Union morale. Program is free of charge; attendees are welcome to bring lunch and eat during the talk.
www.nps.gov/jaga
440-255-8722

James A. Garfield Birthday Commemoration
James A. Garfield National Historic Site, 8095 Mentor Avenue, Mentor
1:00pm-4:00pm
James Abram Garfield was born 181 years ago TODAY! Learn more about his birth, education, family, military service, political career, presidency, and death during programs at his birth site (Garfield Birthplace in Moreland Hills), home (James A. Garfield NHS in Mentor), and burial place (Lakeview Cemetery in Cleveland). Free of charge (though anyone 16 and over wishing to tour the Garfield home is subject to the regular entrance fee).
www.nps.gov/jaga
440-255-8722

November 17, 2012
(Summit County)

Hale Farm and Village
Harvest Festival and Farmhouse Suppers
2686 Oak Hill Road, Bath, Ohio 44210
330-666-3711
www.wrhs.org

Dryland Sled Dog Races
Lake Metroparks Farmpark, 8800 Euclid Chardon Road, Kirtland
10:00am-4:00pm
Held by the Trailbreakers Sled Dog Club, is in its sixth year at Farmpark. This sport features teams of one to six dogs of various breeds pulling wheeled carts, bicycles, scooters or using the Canicross technique where the handler runs behind his dog(s). Farmpark visitors will be able to watch this fast paced two-day event, meet the dogs, and talk with the handlers.
www.lakemetroparks.com
440-256-2122 or 800-366-3276

Christmas in Peninsula
Peninsula, Ohio
website

“Wise Men Still Seek Him” Nativity Exhibit
Historic Kirtland Visitors’ Center, 7800 Kirtland-Chardon Road, Kirtland
Come celebrate the Birth of Christ with hundreds of Nativity sets from around the world donated by the community. Thousands of holiday lights and sacred Christmas music will bring the season to life at the Historic Kirtland Village.
www.kirtlandchristmas.com
440-256-9805

Home for the Holidays - only $1
Lake County History Center
Everything is coming up cookies. And every other season treat in the extravegant "Holiday Emporium" shopping area, with beautifully prepared and packaged edible gifts. Crafters and more.
For additional info website

Country Lights
Lake Metroparks Farmpark
5 to 9pm
Lake Metroparks
11211 Spear Road, Concord Twp., OH 44077
(440) 639-7275, (440) 358 - 7275 Visitor Services
www.lakemetroparks.com

November 30 -
thru December 23, 2012
(Cuyahoga County)

A Christmas Carol
Northeast Ohio's Favorite Holiday Tradition

Open your heart to Charles Dickens’ classic tale of one man’s ultimate redemption. One of northeast Ohio’s favorite holiday traditions, A Christmas Carol is a perfect gift of theater for children and adults of all ages. Celebrate the season with the ones you love.

Great Lakes Theater, Cleveland, Ohio
website

Santa on the Green
Ushered into town in a shiny red fire engine, Santa and Mrs. Claus welcome all good girls and boys in the Gazebo on Main Street from 9am - 3pm. Sponsored by Hudson Rotary Club, www.rotaryhudson.org

PCIC/Painesville Spirit of the Season
Victoria Place and Veteran’s Park on the Square in Downtown Painesville
12:00pm-3:30pm
Parade with Santa, holiday crafts, letters to Santa, Trolly tours of Historic Painesville, games, music and more!
www.painesville.com
440-392-5912

Country Hearth Christmas & Christmas in the Village

Burton Village celebrates Christmas with old-fashioned flair. Enjoy the many holiday activities including a Home tour and Santa at the Burton Log Cabin. Sponsored by Burton Chamber of Commerce

December 7-8, 2012
December 15-16,2012
December 18-23, 2012
(Summit County)

Hale Farm and Village
Lantern Tours
2686 Oak Hill Road, Bath, Ohio 44210
330-666-3711
www.wrhs.org

The Battle of Fredericksburg: Major Battles of the Civil War Lunchtime Speaker Series
Mentor Public Library, 8215 Mentor Avenue, Mentor
12:00pm
Join James A. Garfield NHS staff and volunteers at Mentor Public Library on the second Wednesday of each month for a new talk on “Major Battles of the Civil War!” December’s installment examines the battle of Fredericksburg, Virginia, fought in December 1862 and one of the Confederacy’s most resounding and one-sided victories. Program is free of charge; attendees are welcome to bring lunch and eat during the talk.
www.nps.gov/jaga
440-255-8722

February 22 -
thru March 10, 2013
(Cuyahoga County)

Blithe Spirit
A Spook-tacular Comic Classic

After a “spirited” séance goes decidedly wrong, the cantankerous novelist Charles Condomine suddenly finds himself face to face with the ghost of his deceased wife, Elvira…much to the chagrin of his current spouse, Ruth. Love and marriage devolve into laughter and mayhem when Ruth is accidentally killed and united with Elvira on the “other side.” Together the paranormal pair of blithe spirits haunt their hapless husband with hilarious consequences.

Great Lakes Theater, Cleveland, Ohio
website

March 29 -
thru April 14, 2013
(Cuyahoga County)

Much Ado About Nothing
Shakespeare's Sublime Battle of Wits and Wills

Beatrice and Benedick would rather exchange scorching insults than sweet nothings. However, the pugnacious pair is forced to forge a partnership in order to defend house and honor, and salvage the true love of Hero and Claudio after deceptions destroy the lovers’ wedding day. Will the earnest endeavor to restore a young romance elicit an unexpected change of heart for the effort’s unlikely collaborators as well?

Great Lakes Theater, Cleveland, Ohio
website

May 1 - May 19, 2012
(Cuyahoga County)

Guys and Dolls
A Tony Award-Winning Musical Comedy

Guys and Dolls is a sure bet that soars with the spirit of Broadway! Set in vivid, mid-20th century New York City and buoyed by a Frank Loesser score that is among the most immortal works in theater history, this American classic has been called “the perfect musical comedy.” Featuring an eclectic ensemble of high-rolling gambler “guys,” well-meaning missionary “dolls” and brassy-voiced showgirls, Guys and Dolls is a toe-tappingly fun and romantic fable about gambling men and the strong-willed women who love them

Great Lakes Theater, Cleveland, Ohio
website