ADAMS COUNTY

May
May 1 - Adams County Longbeards Dave Mccartney Free Fishing Day from 12-4 p.m. at Adams Lake in West Union. Free fishing, food and games for kids. Contact Eugenia Grooms at 937-549-4078 or Kevin Willett at 937-544-2721.

May 7 thru 9 - Country Garden Mother’s Day Event at GoodSeed Farm – 8 a.m.- 6 p.m. at GoodSeed Farm, Peebles. Contact Steve boheme at 937-587-7021 or steve@ Goodseed.Com.

May 14 - Wheat Ridge Amish School Benefit Auction & Supper. Supper starts at 4 p.m. & auction at 5 p.m. Located at Ridge Way Lumber on Wheat Ridge Road. For more information contact 937-544-7566.

May 29 - Wheat Ridge Art Market Arts & Crafts Sale from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Millers Bakery & Furniture on Wheat Ridge Road. Presented by the Adams County Arts Council. For more information contact the Wheat Ridge Art Gallery at (937) 544-1300

June
June 19 - Ohio River Sweep. Locations- Rome Boat Ramp, Brush Creek Boat Ramp, Manchester Island Boat Ramp, Manchester Riverfront Boat Ramp. For information contact Bill wickerware at the Adams Co. Soil & Water at 937-544-5121

June 20 - Summer Solstice Sunset Celebration at Serpent Mound- 8:00 p.m. Take part in a guided hike with an interpretive talk exploring how past cultures used Serpent Mound as an ancient time piece. The discussion will include a comparison of this site with other cultures and solstice markers around the world. Contact 937-587-3953

June 26 thru 27 – 37th Annual Country Run for Fun-rambling’ Relics Car Show at Adams County Fairgrounds in West Union, from 9–3:30 p.m. Contact Kenneth McCann at 937-544-5266.

July
July 3 - Wheat Ridge Art Market Arts & Crafts Sale from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Millers Bakery & Furniture on Wheat Ridge Road. Presented by the Adams County Arts Council. For more information contact the Wheat Ridge Art Gallery at (937) 544-1300

July 4 - Fourth of July Celebration and Lion’s Club Parade in West Union – 9 a.m. line up. Parade starts at 10 a.m. next to Olde Wayside Inn. Contact Jud Paul at 937-544-1464.

July 12 thru 18 - 119th Annual Adams County Fair at the Adams County Fairgrounds, West Union. For more information visit www.adamscountyfairground.com

July 30 & 31 - Indian Artifact Show at the Riverbarn in Manchester. Showtime is Friday, noon-10 p.m. and Saturday from 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Contact Steve Lewis at 937-549-4093 or Mike Evans at 937-549-1877.

July 31 – Adams County Genealogy Society Reunion from noon to 4:00 p.m. at the Heritage Center in West Union. For more information contact the Adams County Genealogy Society at 937-544-8522, Thursdays and Saturdays.

August
Aug. 5 thru 8 – Kinfolk Landing Days at Manchester. Celebrate the founding of one of Ohio’s oldest villages. Contact Jane Wilson at 937-549-4074

Aug. 11 - Perseid Meteor Shower at Serpent Mound, 8:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Gather to watch the night sky for meteor showers. Amateur Astronomer John Knoechelman will take us on a guided tour thru the sky. Contact 937-587-3953

Aug. 21- 14th Annual Marine Corps League 5-K Race and Walk -8:30 a.m. at West Union Elementary. Contact Dan Bubp at 937-544-2581.

Aug. 21 – 2nd annual Cowboy Copas outdoor concert at the Red Barn Convention Center in Winchester. Concert starts at 6 p.m. Tickets $10.00. Contact Lynne Newman at 937-587-3358

Aug. 28 - Archaeology & Ohio Geology Day at Serpent Mound, 10:00a.m to 5:00p.m.

Discover the science of Archaeology. Many hands-on activities including a simulated site dig. Learn about Adams County’s unique geological feature the Serpent Mound Crypto Explosion Area as well as the three different soil types that make the county’s flora so diverse. Contact 937-587-3953.

BROWN COUNTY

May
May 5 – National Day of Prayer recognition event at the Brown County Courthouse in Georgetown. The Continental Congress proclaimed the first National Day of Prayer in 1775. On May 5, 1988, President Ronald Reagan signed legislation establishing the first Thursday in May as the annual National Day of Prayer. An evening program in Georgetown is traditionally well-attended and anyone interested is invited to attend.

May 31 – Decatur Memorial day Ice Cream Supper at the Decatur Community Center on state Route 125. A Brief memorial program is followed by food, refreshments and homemade ice cream. For exact time or more information call (937) 373-3703.

June
June – St. Michael’s Festival at St. Michael Catholic Church, 16 North Fourth Street, Ripley. The festival features a country store, quilt raffle, Monte Carlo tents, live music and food. A June event. For more information or to confirm date, call (937) 392-4576.

June 10-12 – Brown County Charity Horse Show at the Brown County Fairgrounds in Georgetown. Now in its 38th year, the noted event features 92 classes of horses and benefits Ohio Valley Hospice of Hope. For more information call (937) 378-6532, e-mail This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it or visit www.browncountycharityhorseshow.com.

June – Fayetteville Firemen’s Festival and Car Show in Fayetteville. A June event. For more information and to confirm festival dates and location, call (513) 875-2202.

May, June and August – 4-H Open Horse Show sponsored by the Brown County Horseman’s Association and co-sponsored by the Brown County agricultural Society, held in the Junior Fair arena at the Brown County Fairgrounds, 325 West State Street, in Georgetown. Three dates scheduled: May 15, June 26 and August 14. Events begin at 9 a.m., rain or shine. For more information call (937) 378-6716 or e-mail This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

July
June 9-10 - National Tractor Pullers Association (NTPA) Summer National competition at the Brown County Fairgrounds. The NTPA Summer Nationals competition is one of the area’s premier motorsports events featuring the hottest names in tractor pulling from all over the nation. One of 18 NTPA national events. Food and merchandise vendors will also be on hand for the family-friendly event. Single day admission is $15, weekend pass is $25. Advanced tickets and camping available. For more information visit www.thelittlestatefair.com or call (937) 378-3558.

July - Decatur Day in the Park at the community park in Decatur on state Route 125, near Russellville. A community festival homecoming with a parade, games, food, entertainment and a 4-H bake sale and auction. A July event. For more information and to confirm date, call (937) 373-3703.

August
August – St. Mary’s Festival at St. May’s Catholic Church on Ash Ridge in Arnheim. The early August festival features contests, games, and home-cooked meals served in an air-conditioned dining hall. An For more information and to confirm date, call (937) 446-2555.

August 12-15 – The Ohio Valley Antique Machinery Show at the OVAM showgrounds at the intersection of state Route 125 and Winfield Road west of Georgetown. The event will features four parade, several vendors at an antique/craft/variety market, an antique car show, antique and garden tractor pulls, baby shows, a wide range of entertainers and
performers, numerous pieces of agricultural equipment on display.
Demonstrations of antique pieces of machinery will also be hald as part of the show. For a full schedule or more information, visit www.ovams.org .

August 21-22 – Fizzleville Fair at the Fizzleville Fairgrounds on state Route 763 six miles north of Aberdeen, 10 miles south of Decatur. In addition to outdoor church service at 9:30 a.m., the Fizzleville Fair features a baby show, games for all ages, music, food and fellowship. For more information call (937) 549-3400 or (937) 549-2941.

August 26-29 – The Ohio Tobacco Festival in Ripley. Based in historic Ripley, the OTF celebrates the area’s agricultural heritage with several events packed into the three-day festival. Attractions include a large parade, antique car show, an outdoor flea market and craft shows, commercial exhibits and several food vendors. Entertainment and competitions scheduled throughout the event, including an OTF queen pageant, tobacco worm race, a talent show and an arm wrestling competition. Several other family-oriented performers and free events are scheduled as well. For information call (937) 373-3651 or (937) 515-6714 or (937) 515-0369 or e-mail This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

August 26-28 - 20th Annual Brown County Bluegrass Festival at the Brown County Fairgrounds in Georgetown. The festival will feature live music from 19 bands scheduled to perform, food, festival apparel, camping opportunities and other attractions. Tickets are $15 for Aug. 26, $20 for Aug. 27 and $30 for Aug. 28. Three-day tickets are $55 if purchased in advance, $30 at the gate. Children 14 and under admitted free with paying adult. For more information visit www.browncountybluegrass.com.

August 28-29 – St. Patrick’s Church Festival at 130 Stone Alley in Fayetteville. Games, food and music are slated for this festival, conducted the last weekend in August. For information call (513) 875-2082.

September
September – Aberdeen River Festival. Music, dancing, food and vendors of all kinds. Free parking. A September event. For information and to confirm dates, call (937) 795-8699 or (937) 795-2583.

September 11 through October 10 – The Old Wild West Festival at 1449 Greenbush Cobb Road between Williamsburg and Mt. Orab. Spectacular scenes like those of John Wayne and James Stewart movies will be retold in live action this September as the Old West Festival – a one-of-a-kind event in Ohio – rolls back into town at its permanent site just 15 minutes from I-275, east of Cincinnati. The second annual Old West Festival will transform rambling acreage of beautiful Brown County countryside into an authentic Dodge City Wild West town dating back to 1878. Entertainment includes reenactments of gunfights as well as music and Wild West shows. Patrons are invited to dress in period-appropriate attire if they wish, and awards for best patron costume are presented each day at the Long Branch Saloon. The festival is open from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. For moreinformation including ticket prices visit www.oldwestfest.com.

September 27 through October 2 – The Brown County Fair in Georgetown. Known affectionately as “The Little State Fair,” the Brown County Fair has a variety of attractions in store for 2010. In addition to rides, games and agricultural competitions, the 2010 Brown County Fair will feature a freeconcert (with paid admission to the fair) by Country and Western star Neal McCoy on September 28. Inside Straight, an eclectic bad well-known throughout Southern Ohio, and Savannah Jack will perform on September 29, in addition to several local performers slated to take
the stage throughout the fair. Tickets go on sale August 25 and will remain available through all fair dates. Admission is $7,season passes available. For moreinformation visit www.thelittlestatefair.com or call (937) 378-3558.

CLINTON COUNTY

May
May 1 - 2010 Safe Boating Class. Cowan Lake Association presents the class, which is required for all persons born on or after Jan. 1, 1982, in order to man a boat with a motor over 10 horsepower. 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Cowan Lake State Park. Cost is $5. Call 937-323-1582.

May 1 - Clinton County Bicentennial Ball. Two hundred years of Clinton County history will be celebrated at the Clinton Regional Health System Foundation Auxiliary Bicentennial Ball. Event benefits the Foster J. Boyd, MD, Regional Cancer Center to assist uninsured and underinsured patients with the cost of cancer treatment. Dress in historic/period attire and enjoy a taste of history. At the Roberts Centre, north of Wilmington. Cost $75 per person.

May 8 - A presentation of “Beauty and the Beast” by American Family Theater. This exciting musical is an event the entire family will enjoy. 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. at Murphy Theatre, the historic theater in downtown Wilmington. Box seat tickets are $16 and floor seats are $12.

May 11 - Americana Music Concert. The Wilmington Schools Foundation, in celebration of Wilmington’s and Clinton County’s bicentennial year, is sponsoring the musical trio “Elixir” who will perform Americana music from the 1800s with a variety of musical instruments and vocal styles. 4 p.m. at Wilmington High School. Admission is free.

May 22-23 - “Fishing Has No Boundaries” presented by the Cowan Lake Association of Sportsmen. Physically or mentally challenged individuals can go fishing with a buddy by boat or along the shore of Cowan Lake. Volunteers assist anglers with disabilities. At South Shore Marina at Cowan Lake, 7379 State Route 730, Wilmington. Cost $10.

May through October - “Bridges of Friendship Series” presents “How Children Learn About Other Cultures” exhibit. See dolls, hear music and read children’s books from around the world. Weekdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. or by appointment at the Meriam R. Hare Quaker Heritage Center, Wilmington College. Admission is free.

June
June 10 - “The Americanization of the Family Barn” features Pam Grey, known as the “Lady Barn Consultant” who will discuss cultural influences from the Old Country and the environmental influences the settlers faced after they arrived in the New World. Sponsored by the Clinton County Barn Quilt Project. 7 p.m. at the Clinton County History Center, 149 E. Locust St., Wilmington. Admission free.

June 11-12 - Banana Split Festival. The fabulous 1950s and 1960s are celebrated at the nation’s only Banana Split Festival. This is the event’s 15th year. Enjoy two rock ‘n’ roll concerts, continuous entertainment, games, rides, unique food and, of course, banana splits. 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. on June 11. Noon to 10 p.m. on June 12 at the J.W. Denver Williams Park along Rombach Avenue in Wilmington.  Admission is free.

June 12-13 - Barn Quilts Tour and Activities. Travel through history as you take a self-guided tour of five of the 53 countywide barn quilts displayed throughout Clinton County. These five barns feature activities from different eras of the last 200 years. The event is part of Clinton County’s bicentennial celebration. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on June 12. Noon to 5 p.m. on June 13. Cost $10 in advance, $12 day of event, children age 12 and under free. Call (937) 366-6302 or  (937) 382-0316 for event location.

June 18 - Bluegrass Concert in the Mural Parking Lot in downtown Wilmington. 6 p.m. Admission free, cash bar.

June 18-19 - Grand National Championship Tractor and Truck Pull. This event features something for all ages. Benefit auction Saturday afternoon. 7 to 11 p.m. on June 18 and 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. on June 19 at the Clinton County Fairground, 958 W. Main St., Wilmington. Friday admission $10. Saturday admission $15.

July
July 3 - Clinton County Bicentennial Parade and Festival in downtown Blanchester. The sights and sounds of a small hometown parade takes on huge proportions as hundreds participate in this special event to celebrate Clinton County’s bicentennial. “Two Hundred Years of History” is the theme. After the parade, there will be live entertainment, street vendors and rides to extend the celebration until after dark, when a superb fireworks show will serve as the grand finale. Noon to 10 p.m. Admission free.

July 3-4 - Central States Horse Show at Roberts Arena, 3991 State Route 730, Wilmington.

July 10-17 - Clinton County Fair. Enjoy eight days of action with live entertainment, harness racing, rides, an antique tractor pull and demolition derby. Catch the Junior Fair and Senior Fair shows. 8
a.m. to 11 p.m. daily, midway opens at 1 p.m., at the Clinton County Fairground, 958 W. Main St., Wilmington. Cost is $6, children age 8 and under free.

July 16 - Blues Concert in the Mural Parking Lot in downtown Wilmington. Live blues music, food and beer. 6 p.m. Admission free, cash bar.

Wednesdays and Saturdays in July - Farmers’ Market in the Mural Parking Lot in downtown Wilmington. Wednesdays 1 to 5 p.m. Saturdays 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Admission free.

HIGHLAND COUNTY
 
May
May 5-28 — Area Artist Exhibition, Southern State Community College, South Campus, Fincastle, exhibition open house on May 13, for more information call (800) 628-7722.

May 27-29 — AMVETS Post 61 Bluegrass Festival, AMVETS Park, 10539 North Shore Drive, Hillsboro, Ohio, Bluegrass music, camping, picking all night, for more information call (937) 393-2900 or (937) 763-6666.

Starting May — Saturday events starting in May throughout the entire summer. There will be fees with the classes. Lavender Field Day at Springbrook Meadows, 11821 US 50 E., Hillsboro, Ohio. Call (937) 365-1632 or e-mail This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it for more information or visit their website at “http://www.ohiolavender.com.

June
June 2 … Man, Woman, Flower. One act play. Edward K. Daniels Auditorium, 100 Hobart Dr., Hillsboro, 7:30 p.m. Free.

June 6 … Southern State Singers Spring Concert, Southern State Central Campus, Hillsboro, Room 107, Lecture Hall, 3 p.m.

June … Brush and Palette Art Guild Show, Southern State Community College, Central Campus, Hobart Drive, Hillsboro, Ohio, regional artists display their work, 1 p.m.-6 p.m. both days, for more information email This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

July
July 3-5 … Festival of the Bells, downtown Hillsboro, Ohio, festival celebrates the C. S. Bell Company and the bells heard around the world, food booths, crafts, rides, historical displays and high quality entertainment, Hillsboro Uptown Business Association Customer Appreciation Days, for more information call (937) 393-9957 or visit their website at “http://www.festivalofthebells.com

July 16-18 … Wheels of Progress Summer Fest, downtown Greenfield, Ohio, celebrating the industrial history of Greenfield, historical displays, food booths, crafts, entertainment, historical society buildings are open for the festival, cruise-in, fun for the whole family, for more information call (937) 981-3500

August
August 6-8 … Southern State Community College, Central Campus, Hillsboro: SSCC Theatre presents Steve Martin’s “The Underpants”

August 14 … Huckleberry Finn Fest, Paint Creek State Park, 28 Taylor Rd., Bainbridge, Ohio, old-fashioned fun in a beautiful park setting, call the park for more information at (937) 981-7061, (937) 393-4284.

August 21 … Duck Blind Drawing, Rocky Fork State Park, 9800 North Shore Drive, Hillsboro, Ohio, call the park at (937) 393-4284 for more information

September

September 20 thru December 3 … Southern State Community College, South Campus, Fincastle: Guest Artist Jennifer Wenker (oil pastels)

September 4-11 … Highland County Fair, fairgrounds, St. Rt. 73 N., Hillsboro, Ohio, agricultural displays, crafts, livestock shows and sales, floral displays, rides, food, midway, admission fee, free parking. Call (937) 393-9975 for more information.

September 17-19 … Draft Horse Show and Field Days, Highland County Fairgrounds, St. Rt. 73, Hillsboro. See these magnificent animals doing the work they were bred to do in the show ring and in the field, camping available. For more information call (937) 393-3525.

September 18-19 … Thunder In The Hills Hydroplane Races, Rocky Fork State Park, East Shore Drive and Marina, McCoppin Mill Road, Hillsboro, Ohio, record setting speed hydroplane races. For more information contact Dean Davis, (937) 393-1153.

Fayette County

June
June 17 through June 20 - The Pfeifer’s camp meeting. Four days of family fun and devotion featuring gospel music, golfing, camping, shopping excursions and more. Sponsored by the Pfeifer’s Evangelist Association. (740) 335-9641 for tickets.

June 18 through June 19 - Washington Court House Senior High School track. Annual American Cancer Society fundraising event. Susan Sever. (740) 636-9693.

June 19 - Court House Arts and Culture Fest. Downtown Washington CH, OH. Sponsored by Alliance for a Prosperous Downtown. (740) 636-2354.

July
July 3 - Washington C.H. fireworks.

July 4 - Jeffersonville fireworks.

August
August 14 - Court House BBQ and Boogie. Downtown Washington C.H. Sponsored by Alliance for a Prosperous Downtown. (740) 636-2354.