What’s Happening on Main Street – November 2017
Recurring Events
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Dicken’s Victorian Village – Cambridge
Take a trip back in time and experience old world England as historic downtown Cambridge, Ohio, is charmingly transformed into a Dickens Victorian Village each holiday season. From November through mid January each year, visitors are invited to stroll amidst over 92 scenes of 166 lifelike figures representing classic scenes from Victorian society.
This innovative public art exhibition is enjoyed by families, couples, and groups alike – an experience that engages the senses as you explore the charming streetscape, striking historic architecture, and eclectic shops and eateries of Cambridge. -
Take a Hike – Cleveland
Take a Hike offers five (FREE!) guided walking tours of distinct neighborhoods in downtown Cleveland! Weekly tours explore the Gateway District, Warehouse District, Civic Center, Playhouse Square neighborhood and Canal Basin Park in the Flats. Each tour lasts approximately one and a half hours in length, and features actors and actresses portraying historic figures from Cleveland’s past. Check the website for the full schedule of tours.
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North Pole Express – Lebanon
The LM&M Railroad will have our station area decorated with lights for the Christmas season. Hot chocolate and cookies will be available on the platform while you wait for your train and are included with your ticket. Each passenger will receive one cookie that is peanut free, egg free, tree nut free, and dairy free. Every passenger will receive a FREE souvenir hot chocolate mug. Each child will receive a special “North Pole Express” souvenir train ticket.
During the hour long journey Santa and his elves will make their way through the train to visit with each family. Every child will receive a bell from Santa’s sleigh. We encourage you to bring your own camera, pictures with Santa are allowed and encouraged. Balloon artists will also be on-board the train.
November 3
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First Friday: A ThankFULL Holiday – Delaware
Live the spirit of the Thanksgiving holiday by joining family, friends, and neighbors downtown for November’s First Friday, Thankfull Holiday, sponsored by the United Way of Delaware County Hunger Alliance. Celebrate the joys of the season and put nourishing food on the table for ALL in our community.
There will be lots of fun, free activities for the whole family. Bring a shelf-stable food donation to fill oversized shopping carts throughout the downtown and share what you are thankful for on our Gratitude Wall. For every 5 or 10 items donated, receive a shopping pass for 5% or 10% off at participating businesses. In addition, there will be children’s crafts, face painting, and street magic performances by Magic Nate. -
First Friday: Chocolate Walk – Greenville
Explore the shops of downtown Greenville and receive some delicious chocolate along the way. Tickets are on sale now.
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Marie Antoinette Festival – Marietta
In 1788, the oldest town in Ohio was christened ‘Marietta’ to honor Queen Marie Antoinette and acknowledge the French for their support of the American Revolution. Now we celebrate that connection in royal style with a 3 day Festival for Marie Antoinette’s birthday!
Friday, November 3: First Friday Merchants Walk and Family Masquerade Ball. Merchants downtown will theme out their shops in French glam! Special activities will be found in the shops throughout the night, including a CAKE WALK!Family Masquerade Ball*
Saturday, November 4: 4th Annual Marie Antoinette Masquerade Extravaganza.
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First Friday: Ale in Autumn – Middletown
Join us for the Third Annual Ale in Autumn! Come taste the best fall selection of craft beers, brews, and cocktails that downtown Middletown businesses have to offer! Bring your DORA-approved beverage to the “game garden” hosted by the Middletown Young Professionals at Governors Square, located at the corner of Broad Street & Central Ave. Mingle with the people, play some games, and have some good old fashioned fall fun!
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First Friday: Family Movie Night – Tipp City
Join us downtown for November’s First Friday event where the Tipp City Public Library co-hosts with us to present a showing of Tim Burton’s ‘The Nightmare Before Christmas,’ thanks to assistance of a grant from the Tipp Foundation! Bring a blanket and/or lawn chair to the corner of N. 3rd & Main St. at the Zion Lutheran Church lawn.
November 4
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Knowing Your Home: Kitchen Remodeling Workshop – Lakewood
Join LakewoodAlive and Cleveland Lumber Company for a presentation about Kitchen Remodeling. This workshop will focus on the process of remodeling your kitchen start to finish. Our Presenter will highlight the construction process, what to expect through out and the ways to get the most bang for your buck. Kitchen remodeling can be a pricey endeavor. This workshop will help you take the guess work out of the process and enable you to work smarter and get the results that you want within your budget and your timeline.
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Marie Antoinette Festival – Marietta
In 1788, the oldest town in Ohio was christened ‘Marietta’ to honor Queen Marie Antoinette and acknowledge the French for their support of the American Revolution. Now we celebrate that connection in royal style with a 3 day Festival for Marie Antoinette’s birthday!
Friday, November 3: First Friday Merchants Walk and Family Masquerade Ball. Merchants downtown will theme out their shops in French glam! Special activities will be found in the shops throughout the night, including a CAKE WALK!Family Masquerade Ball*
Saturday, November 4: 4th Annual Marie Antoinette Masquerade Extravaganza.
Sunday, November 5: Bloody Marie-Etta Brunch and Marietta Mansions Walking Tour.
November 5
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Marie Antoinette Festival – Marietta
In 1788, the oldest town in Ohio was christened ‘Marietta’ to honor Queen Marie Antoinette and acknowledge the French for their support of the American Revolution. Now we celebrate that connection in royal style with a 3 day Festival for Marie Antoinette’s birthday!
Friday, November 3: First Friday Merchants Walk and Family Masquerade Ball. Merchants downtown will theme out their shops in French glam! Special activities will be found in the shops throughout the night, including a CAKE WALK!Family Masquerade Ball*
Saturday, November 4: 4th Annual Marie Antoinette Masquerade Extravaganza.
Sunday, November 5: Bloody Marie-Etta Brunch and Marietta Mansions Walking Tour.
November 6
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Cash Mob Monday – Marietta
Show your support for local downtown businesses by coming out for Cash Mob Monday!
November 9
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Top Shelf History Bar Crawl – Marietta
What did Rufus Putnam and his buddies enjoy when they needed a drink? Take your taste buds on a journey back in time to Marietta’s settlement with this exciting, new event called Top Shelf History! Sample popular adult beverages harkening back to 1780 through this bar crawl experience. Some of Marietta’s finest restaurants and bars will serve as stops for a historic dining and drinking adventure.
November 11
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Girls’ Night Out – Lebanon
Join Main Street Lebanon for an evening of fun and shopping!
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Downtown Piqua Horse Parade – Piqua
Imagine horse-drawn carriages, hitches and riders, all outfitted with Holiday Lights, making their way down Main Street. Christmas banners and decorated street trees will create an amazing backdrop for this dazzlingly fun family-friendly event.
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A Yuletide’s Winter Gathering – Tipp City
Join the Tipp City shopkeepers as they invite you to kick off the winter shopping season with their annual open house, a Tipp City tradition for more than 25 years! The historic district offers more than 35 locally owned boutiques and restaurants with specialties including toys, games, vintage finds and antiques, collectibles, fashions, handmade soaps, home decor, art, jewelry, and books. Round out your day with coffee, tea, dessert and full service dining at one of our award winning eateries. Bonuses include free pictures with Santa and horse drawn carriage rides through the four quaint blocks of Main Street. Stay the night in one of our local hotels because there’s more on day 2! Come see what all the buzz is about this holiday season! It’s worth the trip to Tipp!
November 12
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A Yuletide’s Winter Gathering – Tipp City
Join the Tipp City shopkeepers as they invite you to kick off the winter shopping season with their annual open house, a Tipp City tradition for more than 25 years! The historic district offers more than 35 locally owned boutiques and restaurants with specialties including toys, games, vintage finds and antiques, collectibles, fashions, handmade soaps, home decor, art, jewelry, and books. Round out your day with coffee, tea, dessert and full service dining at one of our award winning eateries. Bonuses include free pictures with Santa and horse drawn carriage rides through the four quaint blocks of Main Street. Stay the night in one of our local hotels because there’s more on day 2! Come see what all the buzz is about this holiday season! It’s worth the trip to Tipp!
November 14
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Boost Your Business Workshop: Clean Energy Opportunities – Marietta
Members representing UpGrade Ohio and the Southeast Ohio Public Energy Council will discuss the latest opportunities available for Southeast Ohio communities and local businesses within the scope of energy efficiency, renewable energy, and public and private alternative vehicle improvements and investments. The workshop will include information about state-funded grants and financing for energy usage upgrades (through electricity and gas utility usage), a free renewable energy assistance program, community choice aggregation, mercantile customer pricing and demand response initiatives, energy performance contracts, and much more! Local communities, like the Marietta region, have much to gain as we move to cleaner and more affordable energy choices in the future.
Light breakfast refreshments and coffee provided by Huntington Bank on Third Street in Marietta. This event is free and open to the public. -
Holiday Open House – Painesville
Stroll downtown Painesville as you visit all the locations to get ready for the holiday season. Carriage rides, pictures with Santa, and tree lighting on the square.
November 16
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Knowing Your Home: Waterproofing Basics Workshop – Lakewood
Join LakewoodAlive and Integrity Waterproofing for a lecture-based workshop on all things associated with waterproofing.
November 17
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Medina Candlelight Walk – Medina
Join Main Street Medina in celebrating the 33rd year of Medina’s Candlelight Walk – Northeast Ohio’s kick-off to the holiday season! Over 30,000 visitors are expected to descend on the Historic District across 3 days. The celebration features over 2 miles of LED lights highlighting the traditional Victorian Square and buildings; over 1,500 luminaries; lighting of a 10′ tall community Christmas Tree in the Gazebo; Iconic traditional ‘Parade of Lights’ through the heart of town; Santa and Mrs. Claus arrival; Entertainment; Shopping and more!
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Holiday Welcome Weekend – Piqua, Tipp City, & Troy
Why shop the Big Box stores? We invite you to explore our historic downtowns for that one-of-a-kind gift, toy, and unique treasure for anyone on your shopping list. Grab your best friend, husband, mom or sister and head to a place that can handle all of your holiday shopping needs.
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Window Wonderland & Ohio Magazine Best Hometown Award Ceremony – Wooster
Main Street Wooster and the downtown Wooster merchants welcome children of all ages to Window Wonderland in downtown Wooster. Special this year, Window Wonderland will start a half hour earlier and include an awards ceremony with The City of Wooster where the Mayor will accept the “Best Hometown” award from Ohio Magazine.
November 18
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Hometown Holiday Horse Parade – Greenville
Voted best parade by the readers of Ohio Magazine in 2015, the lighted horse parade event boasts 90+ entries and brings an estimated 8,000+ spectators into downtown Greenville. The parade begins at 7 pm with entertainment leading up to the main event. Also, downtown businesses will be open late for holiday shopping and dining!
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Medina Candlelight Walk – Medina
Join Main Street Medina in celebrating the 33rd year of Medina’s Candlelight Walk – Northeast Ohio’s kick-off to the holiday season! Over 30,000 visitors are expected to descend on the Historic District across 3 days. The celebration features over 2 miles of LED lights highlighting the traditional Victorian Square and buildings; over 1,500 luminaries; lighting of a 10′ tall community Christmas Tree in the Gazebo; Iconic traditional ‘Parade of Lights’ through the heart of town; Santa and Mrs. Claus arrival; Entertainment; Shopping and more!
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Holiday Open House – Portsmouth
Join the business owners downtown for great deals, free refreshments, door prizes, and more. Show a loved one you truly care by finding the perfect gift downtown, where you find the uniqueness a box store lacks. We look forward to seeing you downtown soon, spreading holiday joy and being a part of this wonderful community.
November 19
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A Very Electric Christmas – Greenville
Flying South for the winter, Max gets blown off course and ends up lost at the North Pole. The many characters he encounters on his journey home make audiences wide-eyed with delight. “Merry and bright” indeed!
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Medina Candlelight Walk – Medina
Join Main Street Medina in celebrating the 33rd year of Medina’s Candlelight Walk – Northeast Ohio’s kick-off to the holiday season! Over 30,000 visitors are expected to descend on the Historic District across 3 days. The celebration features over 2 miles of LED lights highlighting the traditional Victorian Square and buildings; over 1,500 luminaries; lighting of a 10′ tall community Christmas Tree in the Gazebo; Iconic traditional ‘Parade of Lights’ through the heart of town; Santa and Mrs. Claus arrival; Entertainment; Shopping and more!
November 24
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Holiday Open House – Lebanon
Join us for an old fashioned holiday event in downtown Lebanon. There will be a Christmas Tree lighting and a visit from Santa inside City Hall. There will be a Holiday Open House at the shops in downtown Lebanon Shops and FREE carriage rides 6:00- 8:00pm on Friday and 1:00 – 5:00pm on Saturday.
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Friday Night Shop Hop – Troy
Downtown Troy Merchants present Friday Night Shop Hop. Downtown will be open late!
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The Grand Illumination – Troy
Phone calls to the North Pole, visits with Santa in the newly constructed Santa House, carriage rides, holiday music, refreshments, shopping at local merchants, Mayor Beamish’s special holiday reading and the lighting of the tree.
November 25
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Small Business Saturday
Shop for this year’s holiday presents in an Ohio Main Street community.
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Christmas Parade – Cambridge
Floats, bands and even Santa make an appearance at this traditional event in Historic Downtown Cambridge.
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Breakfast with Santa – Lakewood
Santa Claus is indeed coming to town, and it’s sooner than you think. Breakfast with Santa returns to Downtown Lakewood on Saturday, November 25, from 9 a.m. to 12 noon when Jolly Saint Nick himself visits. This fun-filled, family-friendly event is open to all ages and is anticipated to sell out quickly. Tickets for both seatings (9 and 10:30 a.m.) of Breakfast with Santa are on sale now.
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Holiday Open House – Lebanon
Join us for an old fashioned holiday event in downtown Lebanon. There will be a Christmas Tree lighting and a visit from Santa inside City Hall. There will be a Holiday Open House at the shops in downtown Lebanon Shops and FREE carriage rides 6:00- 8:00pm on Friday and 1:00 – 5:00pm on Saturday.
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Old Lebanon Holiday Walk – Lebanon
Discover old Lebanon on a festive holiday walk.
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Merry-etta Lighted Christmas Parade – Marietta
Our annual evening holiday parade will include floats, dance routines, carolers, and much more, all complete with festive Christmas lights. As usual, Santa Claus will make his appearance in the parade as well! After the parade, view the lighting of the City of Marietta’s Christmas Tree at the Armory.
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OSU Tailgate Party & Reverse Raffle – Vermilion
Join Main Street Vermilion’s OSU vs MI Tailgate Party with friends and friendly foes to watch these two college football powerhouses square off in the most anticipated game of the season at the most anticipated party of the year. Your ticket delivers plenty of tailgate-style food, beer, big screen TV viewing and a spot on the reverse raffle board where the grand prize is $1000.
November 26
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Old Lebanon Holiday Walk – Lebanon
Discover old Lebanon on a festive holiday walk.
November 27
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Christmas Walk & Parade – Mount Vernon
Each year, on the Sunday following Thanksgiving, people of all ages line the streets of downtown Mount Vernon for our traditional Christmas Parade and Walk. The smell of roasted nuts and cinnamon fills the air, children enjoy train and carousel rides, families get photos with Santa, and mom and dad shop for those one-of-a-kind holiday gifts. It’s a heart-warming time of celebration and community, brought together amidst the wonderful backdrop of beautiful, historic downtown Mount Vernon.
November 30
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Christmas Tree Lighting – Chardon
The annual lighting of the Christmas lights on Chardon Square, along with a visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus!
What’s Happening on Main Street – October 2017
Recurring Events
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Ohio Main Street Program Farmers’ Markets
This summer, explore the unique downtowns and find tonight’s dinner at a farmers’ market in a Ohio Main Street & Downtown Affiliate community.
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Take a Hike – Cleveland
Take a Hike offers five (FREE!) guided walking tours of distinct neighborhoods in downtown Cleveland! Weekly tours explore the Gateway District, Warehouse District, Civic Center, Playhouse Square neighborhood and Canal Basin Park in the Flats. Each tour lasts approximately one and a half hours in length, and features actors and actresses portraying historic figures from Cleveland’s past. Check the website for the full schedule of tours.
October 2
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Make Monday Awesome Food Truck Rally – Piqua
Monday got you down? Join Awesome Piqua for a Food Truck Rally and make your Monday awesome! Come to downtown Piqua and grab a bite to eat from area food trucks and hang out with the Awesome Piqua group. Find out more about what Awesome Piqua does and tell us your ideas for making Piqua more Awesome!
October 6
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First Friday: Fire Prevention! – Delaware
October’s First Friday will feature fire trucks throughout the downtown, live burn and rescue demonstrations by the Delaware Fire Department, and fire safety training. See the work our firefighters do every day. Explore the downtown and view the historic buildings that our firefighters work to keep safe.
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First Friday: Live Music – Greenville
Come to downtown Greenville for an evening of live music and fun.
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First Friday: MCS Tigers Night – Marietta
Marietta’s shops are open late for you to explore during the downtown scavenger hunt. PLUS the grand reveal of brand new MCS Tigers flags flying brightly throughout all of downtown!
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First Friday: Made in Middletown – Middletown
A night celebrating our regions most talented makers & shakers! Local artists, authors, and creators will be set up on the lawn of Governor’s Square. Downtown Middletown businesses will be featuring their handmade goods and Middletown proud products too, making this the ultimate Middletown Love FEST! Come celebrate your Middie pride at Made in Middletown!
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First Friday: Live Music & Classic Car Cruise-In – Mount Vernon
Enjoy a wonderful evening in downtown Mount Vernon with dozens of classic cars from yesteryear.
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First Friday: Progressive Dinner – Tipp City
October’s First Friday event will feature our downtown eateries with samples of their delicious favorites! You’ll receive a guide book of the stops with their samples ranging the courses of a meal. Decide whether you’ll finish traditionally with dessert or eat dessert first! Some locations will have drinks to quench your thirst along the way.
October 7
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Fall Fest – Chardon
Head to downtown Chardon for this year’s Fall Fest! Free snacks, scarecrow decorating, balloon artist and live music!
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A Day of Harvest – Greenville
Fall has arrived in downtown Greenville with the annual A Day of Harvest event! Overflow your senses with fall favorites found in downtown Greenville! Be sure to check out all of the fall inspired items in the quaint shops and restaurants; including unique home decor, cozy fall fashions, and delicious autumn flavors!
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Old Lebanon Ghost Walk & Pub Crawl – Lebanon
Visit all the best haunted sites in Lebanon while sampling libations from four local pubs. Visit Lebanon’s downtown pubs including Doc’s Place, once the site of a mortuary, has a great selection of craft beers and plenty of spooky stories to tell.
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Marietta Zombie Fest – Marietta
Marietta Zombie Fest back for 2017!! Hosted in the stellar Historic Harmar Village from Maple Street and beyond, this years Zombie Fest already features more vendors, more music, more activities, and more FUN than last year! Check out The Jasons on our stage this year, along with the well- loved High Schoolers that ROCK!
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Holmes County Antique Festival – Millersburg
Two days of Markets, Arts, Crafts and Demonstrations. Located in Historic Downtown Millersburg, antiques are on display throughout the town in shop windows for all too see. The pubs will be open and the good vendors galore-something for everyone!
October 8
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Holmes County Antique Festival – Millersburg
Two days of Markets, Arts, Crafts and Demonstrations. Located in Historic Downtown Millersburg, antiques are on display throughout the town in shop windows for all too see. The pubs will be open and the good vendors galore-something for everyone!
October 10
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Boost Your Business: Self-Care Tips for the Holidays – Marietta
This workshop will equip small business owners, employees, managers, and others with self-care tips to reduce stress, encourage mindfulness, and uplift healthfulness in the hustle & bustle of the holiday season. Light breakfast refreshments and coffee provided by Huntington Bank on Third Street in Marietta. This event is free and open to the public.
October 12
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Ladies Night Out – Medina
Enjoy shopping, pampering, snacking and socializing in Medina’s Historic District. Stop into local businesses for special deals and steals. Enjoy refreshments while you shop and don’t forget to begin your trek around the district at the Medina Convention and Visitor’s Bureau and pick up your map and swag bag. Come early, as there are only 200 swag bags available. This event benefits the Mary Grace Foundation/ Race for Grace! Don’t forget to wear your pink!
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Main Street Wooster Wine & Beer Tasting – Wooster
Head to downtown Wooster for unique wines, craft beers, and savory hors d’oeuvres.
October 14
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Howl’oween Pooch Parade – Lebanon
This is a fun and unique event that puts our “best friends” in the spotlight–all done in a festival atmosphere. There are special dog demonstrations, a costume contest with awards and other fun pet contests, a Pooch Parade around downtown, pet vendors and just a dog-gone good time.
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Lebanon Oktoberfest – Lebanon
Enjoy food, craft beers, kids activities and more. Event raises money for Miller Park Fund.
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Harvest Moon Festival – Van Wert
Join Main Street Van Wert for the Annual Outhouse Races in the afternoon followed by music, food and fun!
October 17 & 18
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Annual Preservation & Revitalization Conference – Columbus
We have brought together the leaders of preservation and revitalization to provide you with an exciting and educational set of sessions. We are bringing back our popular School of Architecture, as well as sessions discussing the impact of autonomous vehicles, retail design and recruitment, the newly created Downtown Revitalization Districts and how to use them in your community, and a complete Main Street 101 Series, among many more.
We are once again providing special sessions with the state historic preservation office, covering topics like civil rights and the National Register, GIS mapping, and state and federal historic preservation tax credits.
Get registered today!
October 19
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Rockin’ the Warehouse – Cleveland
Taking place every Third Thursday through October with restaurants and bars booking live music between 5-9pm. Guests can bounce around between nine locations and enjoy local musicians perform while enjoying great food and drink that are the signature of entertainment district.
October 21
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Knowing Your Home: Bathroom Remodeling – Lakewood
Join LakewoodAlive and Cleveland Lumber Company for a workshop designed to help you design the bathroom of your dreams and saving you time and money. Come and learn about current trends, products and finishes making your bathroom a room that will meet the needs of your household. Attendees will be able to learn the processes of redesigning your bathroom from start to finish. Whether you are just replacing your tile or doing a complete gut and remodel, this workshop is for you!
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Spooky Pooch Parade – Lakewood
A favorite Halloween tradition for Northeast Ohio dog lovers and their families, this popular community festival represents one of the only events of its kind in the region, providing a tail-wagging good time for canine and human guests alike. Costumed canines will rule the day in Downtown Lakewood from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. during the 10th Annual Spooky Pooch Parade.
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Tipp City Harvest Fest – Tipp City
FREE admission and will feature Tipp City’s local band Seventh Street. Be prepared for a spooktacular night filled with costume contests, great music, and a beer tent featuring craft and domestic drinks. Mark your calendars and get those costumes ready!
October 23
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The Winding Road Workshop – Glouster
Are you interested in Building a Community Around Authentic Products and Businesses? The Winding Road initiative will be hosting a meeting and workshop for people interested in starting or expanding their business in Appalachia’s Experience Economy. Designed for entrepreneurs in: Outdoor adventure, local art & food, lodging, businesses and interpretive guides.
October 25
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Downtown Piqua Trick or Treat – Piqua
Costumed trick or treaters are invited to stop by and pick up a Halloween treat on their way to the annual Kiwanis Halloween Parade.
October 26
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Beggar’s Night – Greenville
The ghosts and ghouls take to the streets of Greenville.
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Lakewood Chocolate Walk – Lakewood
Get ready to rejoice, chocolate lovers! A delectable evening awaits when the 9th Annual Lakewood Chocolate Walk takes place on Thursday, October 26, from 6 to 9 p.m. in Downtown Lakewood.
October 27
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Friday Night Shop Hop – Troy
Head to downtown Troy where shops are open late!
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Sounds of Downtown – Wooster
Come stroll along to wonderful music in Downtown Wooster.
October 28
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Downtown Merchant Trick or Treat – Lebanon
Kids come trick or treat at the downtown businesses! Look for the pumpkin on the door for participating businesses.
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Downtown Trick or Treat – Marietta
Come downtown in your Halloween costumes to trick or treat at a variety of downtown shops – some will have candy, some will have games, some will have fun giveaways and more!
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Hocus Pocus Halloween – Middletown
We will kick the day off with a fun, family friendly festival outside on S. Main Street (between Central Ave & 1st Ave) from 3 p.m. to Dusk. Enjoy food & craft vendors, dance troupes, music, kids games and activities! The day wraps up with a free screening of the full length feature film, Hocus Pocus, at dusk sponsored by the Community Building Institute. Don’t forget to hang out in the luxury straw seating area, brought to you by Diver’s Garden Center! The Hocus Pocus Family Friendly Festival is FREE.
The second part of the event is also on Saturday, October 28th from 8 p.m. to Midnight at the stunningly spooked-out Windamere Event Center, located at 2 S. Main Street in downtown Middletown. This is a ticketed event, and for adults only. The evening will feature a LIVE rocking band, interactive games, costume contests, spooky snacks, cash bar + more! Tricks and treats will be around every corner, this is sure to be an evening that will haunt you forever. -
Boo in the Burg – Millersburg
Tour historic buildings that date back 100 years and learn their many secrets. Have a taste for wine? Sample delicious Ohio Wines that will be on hand and be sure to take a bottle or two home with you! Stock up for the holidays!
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Halloween in the Alley – Painesville
Join us in Mechanics Alley, located behind the Main Street in downtown Painesville, for a fun filled evening… Food, Music, and a variety of cocktails.
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Downtown Merchants’ Trick or Treat & Scavenger Hunt – Tipp City
Join the shopkeeper’s of historic downtown Tipp City for the annual Merchant Trick or Treat & Scavenger Hunt! Dress up in your best costume while you venture from shop to shop gathering treats and clues along the way. Fill out the scavenger hunt card for a chance to win a prize basket from the merchants!
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Hometown Halloween – Troy
Main Street will be flooded with little ghouls, superheroes, and princesses! Join us for a morning of happy haunting as Hometown Halloween returns to Troy.
October 30
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Halloween on the Square – Chardon
The Chardon Square Association will be handing out bags of candy at the gazebo on Halloween night, starting at 7:30 PM. The Chardon Police Department for handing out cider and doughnuts and the Chardon Fire Department will lead a parade around the square.
What’s Happening on Main Street – September 2017
Recurring Events
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Ohio Oktoberfest Festivals
This September, celebrate the beginning of fall with a bit of German heritage and a beer.
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Ohio Main Street Program Farmers’ Markets
This summer, explore the unique downtowns and find tonight’s dinner at a farmers’ market in a Ohio Main Street & Downtown Affiliate community.
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Take a Hike – Cleveland
Take a Hike offers five (FREE!) guided walking tours of distinct neighborhoods in downtown Cleveland! Weekly tours explore the Gateway District, Warehouse District, Civic Center, Playhouse Square neighborhood and Canal Basin Park in the Flats. Each tour lasts approximately one and a half hours in length, and features actors and actresses portraying historic figures from Cleveland’s past. Check the website for the full schedule of tours.
September 1
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First Friday: 6th Annual Pet Walk – Delaware
Main Street Delaware’s Sept. 1 First Friday celebration features the sixth annual downtown pet walk and a hands-on display of public works equipment.
Registration is available now for the pet walk. The cost is $10 per pet, which nets the pets (and their parents) a treasure map to downtown businesses providing special treats along with a doggie bag to collect their loot. Pet walk registration will be limited to the first 100 animals.
As they check-in, registered pets will be photographed for posting in a Main Street Delaware Facebook album. The pet receiving the most “likes” will be named the “Furry Marshal” of Main Street Delaware’s Dec. 3 Christmas Parade. Pets are encouraged to dress up for a secondary prize, “Geekiest Pet.” The costumed pet receiving the most online votes will win a prize basket, provided by Delaware County District Library. -
First Friday: Theater on Third – Greenville
Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, family, and friends for an outdoor movie night! Theater on Third is an outdoor movie experience and will be located in the city parking lot behind Bach to Rock. The movie will be projected onto the Nature’s Heart Yoga building (120 W. Third St.). The event is free and open to all.
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Front Porch Concert Series – Lakewood
Come hear legendary jazz musician Ernie Krivda! Attendees are encouraging to bring their family, friends, blankets, chairs and snacks for an entertaining evening at this open-air venue.
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First Friday: Bring Forth a Pioneer – Marietta
With about 22 restaurants and 40 active retailers, plus two hotels and a number of venues for night life, historic downtown Marietta is a destination for everyone and anyone to enjoy a night out on the town. A popular program in many Main Street communities, First Fridays are a celebration of small business, community, art, music, and all that makes downtown Marietta special.
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First Friday: Dog Day Downtown – Middletown
Downtown Middletown is going to the dogs, again! Join us in downtown Middletown for the Third Annual First Friday: Dog Day Downtown! An evening all about you and your best friend! Bring your BFFFF’s to downtown Middletown to enjoy loads of free treats, free vaccinations, $20 Microchipping, explore multiple animal rescues and more!
Check-in with us at Governors Square (corner of Central Ave & Broad St) to grab your Doggie Bag and guide for the evening. From there, you can collect free dog treats and goodies from local businesses downtown. -
First Friday: Live Music & Classic Car Cruise-In – Mount Vernon
Enjoy a wonderful evening in downtown Mount Vernon with dozens of classic cars from yesteryear.
September 2
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Street Art Saturday – Portsmouth
Shop, eat, and stroll down the street to see local art and hear music that reflects our community the first Saturday of summer months.
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Home Grown Tomato Fest – Tipp City
Join us downtown at Canal Lock Park as we kick off the first annual Home Grown Tomato Fest, sponsored by Tip Top Canning, where tomatoes are the center of attention and all activities are BYOT (bring your own tomato).
Local bartenders will be facing off as we see who will be known for having the Best Bloody Mary. This adults only portion of the fest will take place inside the historic Roller Mill. Purchase your tickets to sample and vote. Along with drinks, there will be food trucks offering tomato inspired eats.
Free activities include a contest to see who can throw and make the LARGEST SPLAT with a tomato (BYOT), a FAMILY TOMATO TOSS where teams face off to see who ends up with the farthest successful toss to their teammate (BYOT), and see who will have the LARGEST HOME GROWN TOMATO! For the grand finale, the fest will end with a giant TOMATO FIGHT (BYOT) amongst any who want in on the battle grounds.
Clean up and complete your day by heading over to the Tipp City Eagles Park for Tippapalooza with live music beginning at 6pm!
September 3
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YOLO Festival of Races – Greenville
Head to downtown Greenville for the 4th Annual YOLO Festival of Races. Pick your race distance:
5K (3.1 miles)
15K (9.5 miles)
Half Marathon (13.1 miles)
Tour the historic sites of Greenville, Ohio as you walk or run the course.
Register today at: www.YOLOorg.com
September 8
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Front Porch Concert Series – Lakewood
Come hear The Havana Nights Orchestra, which will heat up the summer evening with Cuban flair and salsa-style music! Attendees are encouraging to bring their family, friends, blankets, chairs and snacks for an entertaining evening at this open-air venue.
September 9
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Second Saturday: Hike, Bike, or Trike – Chardon
Get moving and explore scenic downtown Chardon and Geauga County on bike or on foot.
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Fall Cruise-In Car Show – Greenville
Check out classic cars in historic Downtown Greenville.
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Run the World 5K – Kent
The new Run the World Race Series is a collaborative effort between the colleges and regional campuses within Kent State University and the Office of Global Education to raise money for study abroad student scholarships. The inaugural Series will consist of the third annual Run the World 5K held on Kent State’s Kent Campus.
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Kent International Festival -Kent
Head downtown for fun festivities in downtown Kent. All are welcome! Run the World 5K participants, visitors and community members are invited to downtown Kent to explore the businesses on the Passport Excursion, or to just enjoy free, live multicultural performances and fun photo opportunities at the Dan Smith Community Park.
For just $5, get a passport at “Customs” in the Dan Smith Community Park and go out to explore eleven downtown businesses, each themed a different country with special decorations and displays, and offering special discounts, food and drink samples for passport holders. Get your passport stamped at each location and return it to “Customs;” the first 200 people to return a completed passport will receive a Kent International Festival glass. -
Amish Country Challenge – Millersburg
The ride will begin at the Trail Depot in Historic Downtown Millersburg for the Amish Country Challenge. This organized bike ride, touring Amish County in Scenic Holmes and surroundings counties, showcases the beauty and charm of the area. Choose between a relaxed 25 mile routs, a challenging metric century, or step up to the 5000 feet plus vertical gain of the full century. Century riders enjoy lunch and aid stations hosted by local Amish families and businesses in addition to a post-ride authentic Amish meal.
September 10
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8th Annual Paul Johnson Memorial Fund Soiree – Portsmouth
The 8th Annual Paul E. Johnson Memorial Fund Soiree will be held on Sunday, September 10 at the home of Barry & Jean Carlson (3026 North Hill Road). Admission is $30 at noon and the event will run until 3 p.m. This Champagne Brunch will feature a tasty brunch and wine, Mimosas and more. In addition, there will be a silent auction of fine wines and other items.
The Paul E. Johnson Fund is managed and utilized by Main Street Portsmouth for the sole purpose of beautifying downtown Portsmouth with flowers, plants, trees and much more. Residents and visitors to Portsmouth see, as they walk about, beautification “Hot Spots” around town with signs noting that the beautification was provided for by Paul’s fund, Main Street Portsmouth and the City of Portsmouth. To date, Paul’s fund has raised nearly $70,000 dedicated to downtown beautification.
September 11
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Cash Mob Monday: Speed Mob – Marietta
Show your support for local downtown businesses by coming out for Cash Mob Monday: Speed Mob! This month, three different business will be selected as our destinations. Once inside each shop, cash mobbers must commit to spending at least $10 inside the store. What makes it so fun? Not only do you get to pal around downtown with your friends and neighbors, but you won’t know the shop locations of the Cash Mob until you show up!
Speed Mob participants will receive fun giveaways, get to visit at least (3) different downtown shops, and enjoy a ride on the trolley to each destination!
September 12
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Websites Worth Their Weight in Gold Workshop – Marietta
This seminar will discuss why all companies need a website today. From there, we’ll talk about what makes an effective website and how to make your website really work for you.
September 14
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Knowing Your Home: Plumbing 101 – Lakewood
Join LakewoodAlive for our Inaugural plumbing workshop. We will focus on:
– plumbing as a system;
– how the system works;
– what types of materials plumbing is made out of;
– common problems and repairs;
– updating and what that means;
– water-saving options.
Our discussion will be led by our good friend, Fred Cortright. Please feel free to bring questions and photos with you. Knowing Your Home is an educational series focused on best sustainability and home maintenance practices empowering residents to tackle necessary repairs and improvements.
September 15
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Front Porch Concert Series – Lakewood
The final week of the 2017 series is a Kids Concert with Rock On Band featuring Nance Sias! Attendees are encouraging to bring their family, friends, blankets, chairs and snacks for an entertaining evening at this open-air venue.
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Piqua Bike Fest – Piqua
In downtown Piqua, check out bikes, delicious food, vendors, motorcycle stunts, and live entertainment from Clark Manson, The Classic Rock Experience, SkipperGrace, Ithika, ReFlektion, Latter, Hollow – Alice In Chains Tribute, Strategy, Animal Grace, Come Hell or High Water, High South, Desert Star, Barstool Brown, Seth Canan & The Carriers, The Roadhouse Mafia, ThunderTaker & MORE!!!
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Rock The Bike Music Festival – Troy
Live music, food, wine, and beer, all in the heart of Historic Downtown Troy, Ohio!
September 16
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Piqua Bike Fest – Piqua
In downtown Piqua, check out bikes, delicious food, vendors, motorcycle stunts, and live entertainment from Clark Manson, The Classic Rock Experience, SkipperGrace, Ithika, ReFlektion, Latter, Hollow – Alice In Chains Tribute, Strategy, Animal Grace, Come Hell or High Water, High South, Desert Star, Barstool Brown, Seth Canan & The Carriers, The Roadhouse Mafia, ThunderTaker & MORE!!!
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Vermilion Tour of Homes – Vermilion
Spend a day in beautiful Vermilion touring some of most beautiful homes and places of interest in our lakeside community.
It’s easy to order your tickets on line. You can also buy them in person at Main Street Vermilion, 685 Main Street or by calling 440.963.0772. Tickets are also sold at Brummer’s Chocolates at 672 Main Street in Vermilion. -
Wooster Art Jazz Fest – Wooster
In its 14th year, the Wooster Arts Jazz Fest will feature over 50 artists, along with children’s activities — including a Kids Creative Station and Balloon twisting by Noah Sholl — music, and gourmet food. This free festival, which draws visitors from throughout the Northeast Ohio region, will take place on Saturday, Sept. 16, 2017, from 11:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. in historic downtown Wooster.
September 23
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A Day of Harvest – Greenville
Fall has arrived in downtown Greenville with the annual A Day of Harvest event.
Overflow your senses with fall favorites found in downtown Greenville! Be sure to check out all of the fall inspired items in the quaint shops and restaurants; including unique home decor, cozy fall fashions, and delicious autumn flavors!
An array of activities are planned to tempt everyone’s interest.
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Kent Oktoberfest – Kent
The 4th annual Kent Oktoberfest will take place on Franklin Ave., between Main St. and Erie St., featuring German food, seasonal beers, polka music & dancing, and other great local bands thoughout the evening. Entry to the event is free. Delicious food will be available for purchase from: Erie Street Kitchen & Brimfield Bread Oven, Pierogi Joe’s, Grazers, Popped!, Ray’s Place Kent, and Scratch, free range food. Commemorative beer mugs and beer tickets will also be available for purchase.
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Groovy Gourd Bike Tour – Piqua
The 5th Annual Groovy Gourd Bike Tour makes its way through beautiful Miami County!
Join us for a Bike Tour beginning and ending in downtown Piqua. Take a 25, or 50-mile bike ride through the rolling fields of Southwestern Ohio.
September 24
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Dog Fest Walk’N Roll – Medina
Celebrate the community of people and dogs that make it possible for Canine Companions to show that the most advanced technology capable of transforming the lives of people with disabilities has a cold nose and a warm heart.
Spend your afternoon with local graduates, volunteer puppy raisers and supporters from the Cleveland area and help us raise funds for Canine Companions in Ohio and around the country.
September 29
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Mid-Ohio Valley Entrepreneurship Expo – Marietta
Are you a business owner looking for new ideas & inspiration?
Are you eager to share your expertise or promote your services or products?
Are you thinking about starting or expanding your business?
Are you interested in obtaining tools and resources to help solve business challenges?
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1st Annual Downtown Troy Chocolate Walk – Troy
Enjoy chocolate bites, wine tastings and dessert samples at each of the 15 sweet stops along the walk. Troy’s Downtown Merchants are opening their doors for you to enjoy sweet treats while browsing their shops.
Ticket will go on sale soon.
What’s Happening on Main Street – August 2017
Recurring Events
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Ohio Main Street Program Farmers’ Markets
This summer, explore the unique downtowns and find tonight’s dinner at a farmers’ market in a Ohio Main Street & Downtown Affiliate community.
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Take a Hike – Cleveland
Take a Hike offers five (FREE!) guided walking tours of distinct neighborhoods in downtown Cleveland! Weekly tours explore the Gateway District, Warehouse District, Civic Center, Playhouse Square neighborhood and Canal Basin Park in the Flats. Each tour lasts approximately one and a half hours in length, and features actors and actresses portraying historic figures from Cleveland’s past. Check the website for the full schedule of tours.
August 4
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First Friday: Picnic with the Cops & Chalk it Up – Delaware
Main Street Delaware’s First Friday will feature a free “Picnic with the Cops” celebration that includes a cop car cruise in, a children’s police academy training camp, an obstacle course, games, hot dogs, freeze pops, and more for all to enjoy.
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First Friday: Artisan Stroll – Greenville
Enjoy a summer’s evening exploring downtown greenville with local artists and activities.
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Front Porch Concert Series – Lakewood
Come hear the energetic eight-piece funk and jazz group Revolution Brass Band! Attendees are encouraging to bring their family, friends, blankets, chairs and snacks for an entertaining evening at this open-air venue.
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First Friday: Mile of Music – Marietta
First Friday in August features the 42nd Band Organ Rally in Marietta, OH, supported by the Mid America Chapter of the Music Box Society and hosted by Jim and Sylvi Caporale of American Flags and Poles.
Come experience a mile of the happiest music on earth, from the Historic Lafayette Hotel (The Official Page) to Campus Martius and Ohio River Museum on Front Street and more on Second Street! A free carousel will be on the Armory lawn as well as band organs, monkey organs, calliopes, European fair organs, hurdy gurdy’s, and street organs throughout downtown. -
First Friday: Bike the Block – Middletown
Get those bikes out of the basement and join us in downtown Middletown for the first annual Bike the Block! Join us for a group ride on the Great Miami River Trail (additional details to come) where we meet back in downtown Middletown to enjoy First Friday festivities. Special VIP bike parking, just for you!
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First Friday: Live Music & Classic Car Cruise-In – Mount Vernon
Enjoy a wonderful evening in downtown Mount Vernon with dozens of classic cars from yesteryear.
August 5
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Lebanon Blues Festival
In historic downtown Lebanon, Ohio! Enjoy 8 blues bands, your favorite foods, and a deluxe beer garden. Gaze at over 150 classic cars in the Blues, BBQ, and Bumpers Car Show!
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Craft Beer Walk – Middletown
Come to historic downtown Middletown for the Second Annual Craft Beer Walk! The Craft Beer Walk, originally modeled after our very popular Women’s Wine & Chocolate Walk, has taken on a life of its own! We are super excited to bring it back BIGGER and BETTER than ever in 2017. Unlike the WWCW, this event is co-ed, and is tons of fun to do as a couple!
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Antiques in the Alley – Millersburg
Antiques in the Alley is a all day event held in beautiful downtown Millersburg. Stroll the streets as you search for treasures to call your own! Find inspiration and ideas on how others have turned trash…into treasures. Browse our antique stores or stop at the local brewery and try our local brew!
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Street Art Saturday – Portsmouth
Shop, eat, and stroll down the street to see local art and hear music that reflects our community the first Saturday of summer months.
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Celebration of Our Farmers – Portsmouth
National Farmers Market Week is a time to celebrate the hardworking people of the community that labor to offer a better alternative to the box store items. With our farmers, we know their stock is of the highest quality and care… and, the most important thing, how it was grown or made. Our local farmers cater to us every Saturday; it’s our turn to give back. Excitingly, we give back to them by giving back to our shoppers!
Join us downtown on August 5th, between 9 and noon, where we will continue this celebration with a plethora of prizes. Those in attendance, who have completed a shopper receipt that shows they’ve shopped at various booths, will be eligible to spin a prize wheel and take home free goods from the market. This could be everything from a carton of eggs to a package of steaks. -
Chalk it Up! – Vermilion
Watch as the roads and walks along Main Street fill up with colorful chalk drawings created by local artistic talent. Artists arrive at 10am and begin creating their masterpieces. Come early and watch the streets transform. They’ll put the finishing touches on by noon. Stroll this “middle-of-the-road” gallery of expression and enjoy some kid-friendly activities and interactive opportunities for young artists, too!
August 6
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13th Annual Warehouse District Street Festival – Cleveland
FREE Admission.
Featuring live music, delicious food from neighborhood restaurants and bars, an art show, art demonstrations, residential open houses, children’s activities, unique street performers, appearances by Jasmine Dragons Aerialists, Cleveland’s Cutest Dog Contest & Fashion Show, a variety of vendors and much more! This year’s entertainment schedule will include great local musicians, food and vendors from across the region
August 7
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Cash Mob Monday – Marietta
Show your support for local downtown businesses by coming out for Cash Mob Mondays!
August 11
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Front Porch Concert Series – Lakewood
Come hear the authentic swingin’ jazz and blues band Red Light Roxy! Attendees are encouraging to bring their family, friends, blankets, chairs and snacks for an entertaining evening at this open-air venue.
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Sounds of Downtown – Wooster
Come stroll along to wonderful music in Downtown Wooster. Main Street Wooster presents “Sounds of Downtown!” This street music series will feature a variety of musicians and performances throughout the summer season.
Featuring: Surje & Craig Butdorf
August 12
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Chardon BrewFest
Chardon Tomorrow’s 6th Annual Chardon BrewFest returning for a second year on Historic Chardon Square. Save $10 each on pre-sale tickets on website.
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Girls’ Night Out – Lebanon
Join Main Street Lebanon for an evening of fun and shopping!
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Down the River – Down a Beer – Piqua
4th Annual event. 100 craft beers, river activities and a silent auction. Tickets will on sale in early summer.!
August 13
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Paws in the Park Pawty – Wooster
4th Annual Pawty with Swimming for you and your doggies, food, fun and lots of rockin’ and rollin’!
August 17
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Knowing Your Home: Electrical 101 – Lakewood
Join LakewoodAlive for this exciting new workshop where participants will be learning electrical basics.
The workshop is designed to provide the average homeowner a understanding of electrical current, a home’s electrical map and structure, the different pieces and parts that make up your electrical system as well as safety. Our goal is to empower residents so that they feel comfortable talking, contracting and working with their electrical system. We want to take the shock out of electricity!
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Building Doctor Clinic – Van Wert
The “doctors” work in teams, teaching old-building owners how to recognize and solve some of the most common sources of problems in maintaining older buildings, and how to make informed decisions about repairs and improvements.
August 18
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Front Porch Concert Series – Lakewood
Come hear the exciting four-part local band Becky Boyd & The Groove Train! Attendees are encouraging to bring their family, friends, blankets, chairs and snacks for an entertaining evening at this open-air venue.
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Fridays on Prouty – Troy
Head to downtown Troy and hear live music from 1988 Rocks.
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August Cruise-In – Wooster
Concert and Cruise with “GL Band”, formerly (Greased Lightning), performing. Food vendors will be on-site. Classic cars and street rods are welcome (no entry fee).
August 19
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Cambridge Classic Cruise In
Named by Cruisin’ Times Magazine as one of the best car show in its category, the Cambridge Classic Cruise-In draws over a thousand spectators to Historic Downtown Cambridge. The show features over 200 cars and trucks ranging from the early 1900’s through today. Fun for the entire family!
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Rockin’ Duck Drop – Piqua
Thousands of numbered rubber ducks make their way down the Miami River. Will your duck be the winner of a $1000 grand prize? Ducks can be purchased at Mainstreet Piqua, 326 N. Main Street or on our website.
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Rock Piqua! Riverfront Concert Series
Lock 9 Park in downtown Piqua comes alive with music, food and fun.
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Vermilion Harbour Duathlon & Triathlon
Hundreds of athletes and spectators descend upon Vermilion to compete in this annual event that tests physical endurance or provides a “I can do it” opportunity for new competitors. The event takes place at Sherod Park, an ideal location for every stage of these swim/bike/fun events.
August 22
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Main Street Portsmouth Farm to Table Dinner
Main Street Portsmouth is preparing to honor locally sourced food and goods once again with the Annual Main Street Portsmouth Farm to Table Dinner. The meal is being split this year, between caterer and market vendor Roxanne Cooley, who will prepare the sides, and a locally raised hog roasted at the Ribber. We will also be serving locally brewed drinks from the Portsmouth Brewing Company.Music will be provided by the acoustic genius Andy Russell.
August 25
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Front Porch Concert Series – Lakewood
Come hear the talented music students from Vance Music Studios! Attendees are encouraging to bring their family, friends, blankets, chairs and snacks for an entertaining evening at this open-air venue.
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Troy Streets Alive! & Friday Night Shop Hop – Troy
Downtown Troy restaurants and shops are open late, so come down and discover something new!
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Sounds of Downtown – Wooster
Come stroll along to wonderful music in Downtown Wooster. Main Street Wooster presents “Sounds of Downtown!” This street music series will feature a variety of musicians and performances throughout the summer season.
Featuring: Dan Pyne – Music & Jazz by Design Combo
August 26
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Historic Town Fair – Marietta
Marietta Main Street presents the Historic Town Fair, a day-long conference featuring an Exhibitor Fair, two tracks of speakers, hands-on workshops, and a variety of special events across Marietta all aimed at supporting historic preservation in our historic town and across the great state of Ohio.
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Break the Cycle – Wooster
Whether you bike, run, walk or all three, this event is for you!
What's Happening on Main Street – June 2017
Recurring Events
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Take a Hike – Cleveland
Take a Hike offers five (FREE!) guided walking tours of distinct neighborhoods in downtown Cleveland! Weekly tours explore the Gateway District, Warehouse District, Civic Center, Playhouse Square neighborhood and Canal Basin Park in the Flats. Each tour lasts approximately one and a half hours in length, and features actors and actresses portraying historic figures from Cleveland’s past. Check the website for the full schedule of tours.
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Ohio Main Street Program Farmers’ Markets
This summer, explore the unique downtowns and find tonight’s dinner at a farmers’ market in a Ohio Main Street & Downtown Affiliate community.
June 2
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First Friday: Hidden Spaces – Delaware
Join Main Street Delaware for a revealing look at some of the city’s architectural gems and “Hidden Spaces.”
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First Friday: Live Music & Volunteer Fair – Greenville
Main Street Greenville’s June First Friday will have a dozen musicians performing at different locations throughout the downtown district!
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First Friday: Downtown Mini Golf – Marietta
Grab a friend or two or three and head downtown for a pop-up mini golf course in participating businesses! #ShopLocal while you #PuttLocal during this unique, brand new experience for downtown Marietta.
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First Friday: Chalk It Up! – Middletown
Come experience live, local chalk artists on the street in downtown Middletown during Chalk It Up!
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First Friday: Live Music & Classic Car Cruise-In – Mount Vernon
Enjoy a wonderful evening in downtown Mount Vernon with dozens of classic cars from yesteryear.
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Wine & Chocolate Walk – Painesville
Enjoy delicious samples of a variety of chocolates at participating merchants in downtown Painesville. Then visit the wineries on Main Street where you can purchase tickets and a glass to sample the flavorful wines chosen especially for this event.
June 3
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Main Street Kent Art & Wine Festival – Kent
The 2017 Main Street Kent Art & Wine Festival will feature artists, wineries, food and music from all over the state of Ohio! A full day of live music, great art, delicious wine and food in downtown Kent.
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3rd Annual Kids Day of Safety & Play – Medina
Join Cleveland Clinic, Medina Hospital, and Main Street Medina for a day of FREE Family Fun in the Historic District. Music, Dancing, Hands-On Activities, Strolling Performers, Artists, Games, Crafts, Cars, Trucks, Farmers Market and more!
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Street Art Saturday – Portsmouth
Shop, eat, and stroll down the street to see local art and hear music that reflects our community the first Saturday of summer months.
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Troy Strawberry Festival – Troy
Troy, Ohio celebrates its place as the center of Ohio’s strawberry production by hosting the Annual Troy Strawberry Festival the first weekend of June. Come join us in celebrating our 41st year!
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Kid’s Day – Wooster
Kid’s Day celebrates the end of school and the beginning of summer. Enjoy face painting, crafts, bounce houses, an obstacle course, therapy dogs, a Hockey shoot, finger printing kits, Soap Box Derby cars, and LOTS more!
June 4
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Historic Birdtown Picnic & Walk – Lakewood
LakewoodAlive has joined forces with the Lakewood Historical Society to host the 2nd Annual Historic Birdtown Walk & Picnic on Sunday, June 4, from noon to 4 p.m. at Madison Park.
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Troy Strawberry Festival – Troy
Troy, Ohio celebrates its place as the center of Ohio’s strawberry production by hosting the Annual Troy Strawberry Festival the first weekend of June. Come join us in celebrating our 41st year!
June 5
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Cash Mob Monday – Marietta
Show your support for local downtown businesses by coming out for Cash Mob Mondays!
June 8
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Ladies’ Night Out – Wooster
Ladies’ Night will feature live music from the “Sounds of Downtown” street musicians. Passports and goodie bags will be available. All completed passports will get you entered to win one of two gift baskets filled with merchandise and git cards from the downtown retailers.
June 9
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Elvis at Hotel Millersburg – Millersburg
The King lives! Come out an see Elvis live at Hotel Millersburg.
June 10
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Second Saturday: Traveling Tea Party – Chardon
Join Chardon Tomorrow for an early evening of shopping and entertaining as we kick off our Second Saturday events with a “Traveling Tea Party.”
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Canal Music Fest – Tipp City
Come down to City Park in Tipp City to enjoy a day of live music.
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Music on Market: Burning Bridget Cleary – Wooster
Burning Bridget Cleary will uplift and entertain you with their distinctive style of high-spirited, foot-stomping, heart-warming Celtic music.
June 13
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Boost Your Business Workshop Series: Converting & Tracking Sales for Retail – Marietta
Learn how to improve your retails sales. Light breakfast refreshments and coffee provided by Huntington Bank on Third Street in Marietta. This event is free and open to the public.
June 15
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Knowing Your Home: Windows 101 – Lakewood
Join LakewoodAlive and our presenter, Fred Cortright for an informative workshop about windows. We will help answer the age old question, “How do I make my windows stop leaking?!?” Our presentation will focus on repair and replacement of windows with a major focus on wooden windows.
June 16
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Fridays on Prouty – Troy
Head down to downtown Troy and see Funky G & the Grove Machine.
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June Concert & Cruise-In with SOBOS – Wooster
The Cruise In will feature live music from local Wayne County group SOBOS. Food vendors will be on-site. Classic cars and street rods are welcome.
June 17
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Downtown Walking Tour – Lebanon
This 90 minute walking tour is hosted by historian John Zimkus, and focuses on historical buildings in Lebanon. Registration is appreciated.
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Medina County Pizza Palooza – Medina
Love Pizza? This one’s for you. Try some of the area’s best pizza in historic downtown Medina.
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Annual Wine Dinner – Mount Vernon
Come to Main Street Mount Vernon’s Annual Wine Dinner for an evening of great food and wine and support the mission of downtown.
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Rock Piqua Riverfront Concert Series – Piqua
Hear the of the 80s to today on the banks of the Great Miami River.
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The Antique & Artisan Show – Tipp City
Find handmade items, artists, antique booths, and food trucks in downtown Tipp City.
June 19
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National Road Bike Show & Ribfest – Cambridge
Live music, beer & barbecue all day. Raffles, 50/50 and merchandise. BBQ vendors. This event is FREE!
June 23
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Pop-Up Party – Greenville
One of the best things about going out in a city are the crowds of people. There is an energy that exists within a crowd and we want to recreate that in downtown Greenville. There is nothing better than spontaneously running into friends, combining tables, and pulling up chairs to make room for more conversation, laughter, and fun. Everyone is invited!
June 24
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Sauntering Day Sidewalk Sale on Second Street – Portsmouth
Main Street Portsmouth is working with Second Street businesses to bring back sidewalk sales on June 24, to celebrate World Sauntering Day.
Get out of the house and spend a day outdoors with the family, walking around downtown Portsmouth, and checking out some of our small businesses.
June 26
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American Cruise Lines: Queen of the Mississippi – Marietta
The Queen of the Mississippi of American Cruise Lines is scheduled to dock on June 26th. Join us at the Ohio River Levee to welcome tourists to downtown Marietta, OH!
June 29
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American Cruise Lines: Queen of the Mississippi – Marietta
The Queen of the Mississippi of American Cruise Lines is scheduled to dock on June 26th. Join us at the Ohio River Levee to welcome tourists to downtown Marietta, OH!
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Air National Guard Band of the Northeast – Wooster
Enjoy an evening of music provided by the Air National Guard Band of the Northeast.
June 30
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Thunder Over Holmes County – Millersburg
Thunder Over Holmes County will be held June 30th and July 1st, 2017. The Beer Garden includes 5 different Beers on Tap and Live entertainment on stage both days including Gold Fish Racing! When the lights go down the fun continues with our fire works display at 9:45 and the bands will continue to play well into the night Food Vendors will be on hand on the Courthouse Lawn to fill you with BBQ, Frozen Bananas and plenty more. The shops are open and just waiting for you to stroll in and enjoy all they have to offer. We look forward to seeing you in “The Burg”!
What's Happening on Main Street – May 2017
May 1
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Cash Mob Monday – Marietta
Show your support for local downtown businesses by coming out for Cash Mob Mondays!
May 5
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First Friday: Upper Floor Tours – Greenville
Here’s your chance to tour the upper floors of the beautiful buildings of downtown Greenville.
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First Friday: Classic Car Cruise-In – Mount Vernon
Enjoy a wonderful evening in downtown Mount Vernon with dozens of classic cars from yesteryear.
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First Friday – Marietta
With about 22 restaurants and 40 active retailers, plus two hotels and a number of venues for night life, historic downtown Marietta is a destination for everyone and anyone to enjoy a night out on the town.
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First Friday: Chalk it Up! – Middletown
Chalk artists will line the streets to showcase their work, turning downtown Middletown into a living work of art, and listen to live music at Governor’s Square from the Madison High School Steel Drum Band!
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First Friday: Wine Vine – Tipp City
With your ticket you will get to travel from downtown from shop to shop and be able to choose from an array of wines recommendations.
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Wine & Chocolate Walk – Painesville
Enjoy delicious samples of a variety of chocolates and wines at participating merchants in downtown Painesville.
May 6
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Downtown Piqua Clean Up Day
Be a part of spring cleaning up downtown Piqua! There is always plenty to do so get your organization or family involved.
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Street Art Saturday – Portsmouth
Shop, eat, and stroll down the street to see local art and hear music that reflects our community the first Saturday of summer months.
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Hidden Places, Secret Spaces – Marietta
For one afternoon, you have special permission to visit areas of historic buildings that are normally off-limits so that you can explore a whole new side of Marietta!
May 11
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Historic Preservation: A Series – How to Save Marietta’s History
Learn from the experts at the Ohio History Connection on how to save your local history.
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Ladies Night Out – Medina
Get ready for Mother’s Day with a fun night out with family and friends in historic downtown Medina.
May 12
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Sounds of Downtown – Wooster
Come stroll along to wonderful music as Main Street Wooster presents “Sounds of Downtown!”.
May 13
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Girls’ Night Out – Lebanon
Girls, it’s time to come have some fun and shop and in Downtown Lebanon!
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Antiques in the Alley – Millersburg
Stroll the streets as you search for treasures to call your own. Find inspiration and ideas on how others have turned trash…into treasures. Browse antique stores or stop at the local brewery and try our local brew!
May 16
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Take a Hike!: Civic Center Tour – Cleveland
Tour the historic and beautiful Old Stone Church, the Free Stamp, Cleveland’s unique public art piece, and Veterans Memorial Plaza with its striking fountain on the Civic Center tour.
May 17
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Take a Hike!: Warehouse District Tour – Cleveland
Admire breathtaking architecture as you learn about the historic Garment District, hardware industry and beautiful Victorian-style buildings of Cleveland’s First Neighborhood.
May 18
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Knowing Your Home: Historic Roofing Material Maintenance – Lakewood
Join LakewoodAlive and 1st Choice Roofing Company, Cleveland, Ohio for a workshop that will highlight various historic roofing materials like slate, clay tile, cement, metal and wooden shingles.
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Take a Hike!: Playhouse Square Tour – Cleveland
Known for being the second largest performing arts center in the country, Playhouse Square boasts even more than incredible theatres. Learn about the past grandeur of Euclid Avenue, renowned department stores, such as Halle’s, Bonwit Teller and Sterling Linder, important social clubs, such as The Union Club, the awe-inspiring Dazzle the District project and the historic Statler Hotel.
May 19
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Taste of the Arts – Piqua
A delightful evening of fun, music and food in downtown Piqua. Be sure to stop and see the various demonstrations in the storefronts while enjoying a variety of live music. Plus, there will be a huge selection of food options from various local restaurants and caterers.
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Party on Main – Painesville
Kick-off your summer in Downtown Painesville on Main Street with a huge dance party featuring the famous Disco Inferno.
May 20
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Main Street Greenville Downtown Planting Day
For the past 10 years, Main Street Greenville has planted flowers in the downtown district with the help of locals who Adopt-A-Box, volunteers, and our sponsors. Volunteer to help and report to the gazebo in front of the courthouse at 8 am.
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Women’s Wine & Chocolate Walk – Middletown
This event is a wine & chocolate tasting just for the ladies, with some world class shopping, dining, and entertainment as an amazing bonus!
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Craft & Herb Festival – Wadsworth
There will be food, music, crafts. Lots to see and do for the entire family.
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Take a Hike!: Gateway District & Canal Basin Park in the Flats Tours – Cleveland
Tour the Gateway District’s incredible architecture, such as The Arcade and the 5th Street Arcades, East 4th Street, historic dime stores, such as Woolworth’s and Kresge’s, the transformation of the Garfield Building, the story of Rose’s Folly and more.Enjoy tales from the early days of Cleveland while learning about Moses Cleaveland, the Cuyahoga River, beautiful bridges, the historic B&O Rail Station and plans for a 25-acre park and the extension of the Towpath Trail on the Canal Basin Park Tour.
May 23
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Take a Hike!: Civic Center Tour – Cleveland
Tour the historic and beautiful Old Stone Church, the Free Stamp, Cleveland’s unique public art piece, and Veterans Memorial Plaza with its striking fountain on the Civic Center tour.
May 24
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Take a Hike!: Warehouse District Tour – Cleveland
Admire breathtaking architecture as you learn about the historic Garment District, hardware industry and beautiful Victorian-style buildings of Cleveland’s First Neighborhood.
May 25
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Knowing Your Home: How to Contract A Repair – Lakewood
This workshop will focus on the process of working with a home repair/improvement contractor. We will start with the basics of understanding your repair and then work our way through the process of getting estimates, scheduling the job and then making sure the repair has been completed in a workmanlike manner ensuring a well done job.
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Take a Hike!: Playhouse Square Tour – Cleveland
Known for being the second largest performing arts center in the country, Playhouse Square boasts even more than incredible theatres. Learn about the past grandeur of Euclid Avenue, renowned department stores, such as Halle’s, Bonwit Teller and Sterling Linder, important social clubs, such as The Union Club, the awe-inspiring Dazzle the District project and the historic Statler Hotel.
May 26
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Dancing in the Streets – Troy
Take to the streets in downtown Troy and dance the night away!
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Sounds of Downtown – Wooster
Come stroll along to wonderful music as Main Street Wooster presents “Sounds of Downtown!”.
May 27
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Take a Hike!: Gateway District & Canal Basin Park in the Flats Tours – Cleveland
Tour the Gateway District’s incredible architecture, such as The Arcade and the 5th Street Arcades, East 4th Street, historic dime stores, such as Woolworth’s and Kresge’s, the transformation of the Garfield Building, the story of Rose’s Folly and more.Enjoy tales from the early days of Cleveland while learning about Moses Cleaveland, the Cuyahoga River, beautiful bridges, the historic B&O Rail Station and plans for a 25-acre park and the extension of the Towpath Trail on the Canal Basin Park Tour.
May 30
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Take a Hike!: Civic Center Tour – Cleveland
Tour the historic and beautiful Old Stone Church, the Free Stamp, Cleveland’s unique public art piece, and Veterans Memorial Plaza with its striking fountain on the Civic Center tour.
May 31
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Take a Hike!: Warehouse District Tour – Cleveland
Admire breathtaking architecture as you learn about the historic Garment District, hardware industry and beautiful Victorian-style buildings of Cleveland’s First Neighborhood.