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.
Due to severe weather on July’s First Friday, rather than cancelling the Chalk it Up contest, it was delayed to August First Friday. -
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!
Best Ice Cream in Ohio: Local Shops to Sample this Summer
July is National Ice Cream Month, established by President Ronald Reagan in 1984. To celebrate this quasi-month-long holiday, we discovered and sampled some of Ohio’s best ice creams (jealous yet?). So here is Heritage Ohio’s list of the best ice cream parlors in Ohio.
Dietsch Brothers Fine Chocolates & Ice Cream – Findlay
Dietsch Brothers has been serving ice cream and chocolates using family recipes since 1937. The popular Findlay store has been repeatedly named a “Top 10 Ice Cream Shop” by TripAdvisor and their chocolate-covered pretzels are a favorite of Bette Midler. In addition to ice cream cones, the store offers a variety of sundaes, old-fashioned sodas, and a unique banana split.
Locations
400 W. Main Cross St. & 1217 Tiffin Ave., Findlay
Aglamesis Brothers – Cincinnati
A Cincinnati tradition since 1908, Aglamesis Brothers is an ice cream lover’s paradise. The Oakley Square location, opened in 1913, is mostly unchanged since its opening, decorated with bright colors and warm marble. Beyond the traditional ice cream flavors you would expect are several creative flavors including pineapple pecan and banana chocolate chip. They also offer a good selection of Italian ices.
Locations
3046 Madison Rd. & 9899 Montgomery Rd., Cincinnati
Jeni’s Spledid Ice Creams – Columbus & Cleveland
James Beard Award winner Jeni Britton Bauer opened her first scoop shop in 2002, offering what was at the time a truly innovative approach to ice cream making. Ice cream at Jeni’s is made from grass-fed cow milk and whole ingredients, as well as a whole lot of creativity. The stores offer classic Jeni’s flavors like salty caramel and the milkiest chocolate in the whole wide world, as well a rotating collections of ice cream that offer some truly unique flavors such as sweet corn with black raspberry and banana with honey. We may be biased as Columbus locals, but we think this is some of the best ice cream in Ohio. This isn’t your ordinary ice cream parlor and should be a destination for any true ice cream lover.
Numerous Locations in Columbus & Cleveland
Mitchell’s Homemade Ice Cream – Cleveland
After an evening of fruitlessly hunting for homemade ice cream in Seattle in the 1990s, Mike & Pete Mitchell decided to make the “best, most delicious ice cream.” They opened their first store in Westlake in 1999 and have been serving Cleveland ever since. The stores offer ice cream classics and unique flavors like porter chocolate chunk and vegan offerings as well. The Ohio City location offers several flavors that you can only find at that store, which is also an Ohio Historic Tax Credit project. Simply put, the next time you are in Cleveland, visit a Mitchell’s store and thank us later.
7 Locations in the Cleveland Metro Area
Tom’s Ice Cream Bowl – Zanesville
Tom’s has been a Zanesville fixture since 1948. The shop has a great retro vibe to it, inviting you to eat more ice cream. Tom’s offers a good variety of classic ice cream flavors, but many people go for the over-the-top sundaes. Either way, you’ll be happy you stopped by.
Location
532 McIntire Ave., Zanesville
Graeter’s Ice Cream – Numerous Locations
When people talk about Cincinnati ice cream, you’ll undoubtedly hear that Graeter’s is the best ice cream in Ohio. Graeter’s traces its ice cream history back to 1868 when Louis Graeter started selling ice cream at street markets in Cincinnati. Starting in 1900, he and his wife started making ice cream using French Pots and the technique is still used by the company today. Vanilla and black raspberry chocolate chip are local favorites, but we suggest you try them all.
Locations in Cincinnati, Cleveland, Columbus, Dayton, & Oxford
Taggarts Ice Cream Parlor & Restaurant – Canton
Opened in 1926, Taggarts has been a family favorite since day 1. The restaurant offers a large selection of soups and sandwiches, but the ice cream takes center stage here. The most popular item is ‘The Bittner’, a 3/4 lb. sundae of vanilla ice cream blended with chocolate syrup and topped with roasted pecans. Absolutely delicious.
Locations
1401 Fulton Rd. NW, Canton & 107 S. Main St., Magnolia
The Cone – West Chester
The origin story of The Cone has to be one of the more unique tales in Ohio ice cream lore. The owner wanted to open a new and unique ice cream store. When his parents were vacationing in Florida, they happened upon a ice cream cone-shaped building for sale. He purchased it, brought it back to Ohio and opened The Cone in 1995. The Cone is known for their soft-serve ice cream, especially the strawberry, made with real strawberries. The ice cream and shaved ice menu is extensive, so you will have no trouble finding something to put a smile on your face.
Location
6855 Tylersville Rd., West Chester
Hartzler Family Dairy – Wooster
Just a few miles northeast of historic downtown Wooster is the Hartzler Family Dairy. The farm operates on the principle of “farming as nature intended,” so you won’t find dairy products made with antibiotics or pesticides used on crops. The family opened the dairy in 1996 to meet the demand for high quality dairy products. Hartzler’s Ice Cream Shoppe sells both food and ice cream. The centerpiece is the Barn Buster Parfait, an oversized hot fudge sundae with vanilla custard. Delicious.
Location
5454 Cleveland Rd., Wooster
Stoddard’s Original Frozen Custard – Kent
OK, ice cream purists, custard is not ice cream. But that shouldn’t stop you from visiting Stoddard’s, just outside of downtown Kent. To be clear, the shop does have ice cream too, but people absolutely love the frozen custard at this ice cream stand since it opened in 1948. It’s super creamy and delicious
Location
1321 W. Main St., Kent
Weldon’s Ice Cream Factory – Millersport
Buckeye Lake is a popular summer destination for thousands of Ohioans each year. What many people who are visiting don’t know is there is a wonderful ice cream parlor on the southwest shore of the lake in Millersport. Weldon’s opened in 1930 and continues to churn out the same delicious ice cream.
Location
2887 Canal Dr., Millersport
Bidinger’s Ice Cream – Wadsworth
Heading towards downtown Wadsworth on College Street, you’ll be greeted by a giant ice cream cone, letting you know you’ve arrived at Bidinger’s. The stand offers both hard-packed and soft-serve ice cream, but may astonish any visitor is the variety. Across the year, the store offers an ever-growing list of rotating soft-serve flavors including toasted coconut, creme brulee, and key lime, with all varieties available in a twist as well.
Location
410 College St., Wadsworth
Honey Hut Ice Cream – Cleveland
Honey Hut opened in 1974 with two flavors, vanilla and chocolate. The menu options soon expanded with the owner testing out new flavors on local firefighters. Today, you will find local favorites such as honey pecan on the menu, in addition to vanilla and chocolate, as well as other frozen treats to try.
5 Locations in the Cleveland Metro Area
Oser’s Dairy & Deli and Cherry Street Creamery – Canal Fulton
W are sure we’re committing a major faux-pas in the minds of locals, but we’re going to sit on the fence and say both Oser’s and Cherry Street Creamery are great. The two shops are located on opposite sides of the Ohio & Erie Canal that runs through the middle of Canal Fulton. Cherry Street Creamery is for fans of fresh-made custard and Oser’s serves hard ice cream devotees. Visit Canal Fulton and pick a side in this ice cream battle.
Location
Cherry Street Creamery, 136 Cherry St. W., Canal Fulton
Oser’s Dairy & Deli, 102 N. Canal St., Canal Fulton
Bonus: International Ice Creams
Tucked away in your city are many hidden ice cream gems you may have not discovered yet. We are talking about ethnic ice cream stands. You may have to find them by exploring your city or by word-of-mouth, but when you do find them, don’t be afraid to try them. They are always amazing. Since we are in Columbus, we will highlight just a few in our area that we think you should try, but find the ones closest to you! If you’re looking for more offbeat things to do in Columbus, Choosy Traveler has the lowdown on one of our favorite quirky statues.
Diamonds Ice Cream
Diamonds specializes in Mexican ice cream, fruit desserts, and authentic paletas. The ice cream is excellent, but you really want to go for the paletas, which you will recognize as a popsicle, but a popsicle that is better than any normal popsicle you’ve had. Trust us. They come in a wide variety of flavors and are either milk-based or water/juice-based. There are dozens to pick from, so go wild and get a few to try.
Location
4561 Bethel Sawmill Center, Columbus
Belle’s Bread
This Japanese bakery is part of a larger Japanese menagerie of shops and restaurants in the Kenny Centre Mall. The store offers amazing cakes and baked goods, but they also offer soft-serve ice cream. You can get vanilla, matcha, or matcha-vanilla swirl flavors. For those of you who want the full Japanese experience, we suggest getting a matcha ice, which is shaved ice with matcha syrup, condensed milk, and azuki beans topped with matcha ice cream. Absolutely delicious.
Location
1168 Kenny Centre Mall, Columbus
Mardi Gras Homemade Ice Cream
This Indian ice cream store has some of the creamiest ice cream you are going to find anywhere. They have the classic American flavors as well as a dozen or so Indian flavors such as rose, anjeer (fig), lychee, and Kesar Pista, a blend of pistachio, almond, saffron, and a pinch of cardamom. It’s some of the best ice cream we’ve had in Ohio. The owners are very proud of their ice cream and will let you sample them all to get the right one for you.
Location
1947 Hard Rd., Columbus
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What’s Happening on Main Street – July 2017
Recurring Events
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Fireworks Displays in Ohio
Looking for even more fireworks displays for Independence Day? Here’s your list.
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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.
July 1
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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”!
July 3
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Cash Mob Monday – Marietta
Show your support for local downtown businesses by coming out for Cash Mob Mondays!
July 4
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4th Fest – Piqua
Celebrate Independence Day in Piqua with food trucks, live music, and lots of fireworks!
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Ohio Light Opera Community Pops Concert – Wooster
Celebrate a glorious 4th with the annual Community Pops Concert, presented by Main Street Wooster and the Ohio Light Opera Orchestra & Chorus. Bring a chair, watch the concert and still have plenty of time to see fireworks at the Kinney Fields.
July 7
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First Friday: Chalk It Up & Christmas in July – Delaware
Main Street Delaware invites everyone to mark their calendars for the July 7 “Chalk It Up!” First Friday sidewalk chalk art competition.
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First Friday: Memories on Main – Greenville
Head over to downtown Greenville to relive yesteryear on Main Street.
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Front Porch Concert Series – Lakewood
Come hear the jamming sounds of Cleveland-based reggae sensation Carlos Jones! 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: Art! Walk – Marietta
Come to downtown Marietta for an evening of yarn bombing, pie sales, and the unveiling of 2 new art installations.
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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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Downtown Piqua Sidewalk Sales – Piqua
Out with the old and in with the new! Be sure to visit downtown Piqua for the legendary sidewalk sales with a huge variety of merchandise at blowout prices.
July 8
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Second Saturday: Dog Days of Summer – Chardon
Join the City of Chardon and Chardon Tomorrow as we celebrate our four-legged friends with a dog party in the park! Pooch friendly events, vendors, and more!
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Lakewood Summer Meltdown – Lakewood
Get ready to add some sizzle to your summer! Lakewood Summer Meltdown 2017 is back for its eighth year on Saturday, July 8 from 4-10 p.m.
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Downtown Piqua Sidewalk Sales – Piqua
Out with the old and in with the new! Be sure to visit downtown Piqua for the legendary sidewalk sales with a huge variety of merchandise at blowout prices.
July 11
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Boost Your Business Workshop Series: Using Canva to Develop Promotional Materials – 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.
July 12
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Walk & Dine – Cleveland
Experience the essence of downtown in the Gateway District as you tour fantastic sites, enjoy delicious food from neighborhood restaurants and relax in the company of friends, family and co-workers. Musical entertainment will add to the festivities at several tour sites.
July 13
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Knowing Your Home: Stripping & Refinishing Woodwork Safely – Lakewood
Join LakewoodAlive and Sherwin-Williams for a workshop that will focus on the proper steps of stripping woodwork as well as how to refinish wood to get the look that you want in your home.
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Ladies Night Out – Medina
Sidewalk Sales during a fun Ladies Night Out around the historic district.
July 14
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Front Porch Concert Series – Lakewood
Come get down with Swamp Pop band Cats On Holiday! 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 down to downtown Troy and see Brother Believe Me.
July 15
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Rock Piqua! Riverfront Concert Series & Rock ‘N Roll Car Show – Piqua
At Lock 9 Park in downtown Piqua, Piqua comes alive with music, food and fun.
July 16
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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!
July 19
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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!
July 20
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Knowing Your Home: Windows 201 – Lakewood
Join LakewoodAlive and Lakewood Hardware for our first ever hands-on window repair workshop. This workshop is the second window workshop of the season. Repairing a window is not only energy efficient but it also helps to keep the historic look and feel of your wonderful home. Rotted frames, deteriorated sashes and leaking air can generally be fixed in window restoration — even a rotting window isn’t necessarily too far gone for restoration.
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WCHS Summer Community Band Concert – Wooster
Wayne County Historical Society Summer Community Band is presenting a concert in front of “Everything Rubbermaid” in Downtown Wooster. They will be playing “fun” songs – marches, show tunes, and patriotic songs!
July 21
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Front Porch Concert Series – Lakewood
Come see talented acoustic guitarist Diana Chittester! Attendees are encouraging to bring their family, friends, blankets, chairs and snacks for an entertaining evening at this open-air venue.
July 22
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Painesville Farm & Flea – Painesville
Downtown Painesville, in partnership with the Cleveland Bazaar, will be hosting its very first Painesville Farm & Flea on July 22, 2017, at 177 Main Street, Painesville, Ohio. The Flea hours are from 9 AM to 2 PM. Enjoy live entertainment and food trucks as you experience area handmade, vintage, farm, food, and artistic vendors.
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Pizza Palooza & Family Movie Night – Tiffin
Pizza aficionados, head over to downtown Tiffin for a celebration of pizza! Half of each ticket sold will go toward downtown revitalization.
A screening of Disney blockbuster hit, Moana will begin at dusk. Attendees are invited to bring their own chairs or blankets to enjoy the show.
July 26
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Farm to Table – Painesville
The annual Farm to Table will be held on Lake Erie College’s Historic Campus. This year’s event will include food prepared by local chefs pared with local wines and beers. Music by Justo Saborit.
July 27
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Annie Oakley Sidewalk Sales – Greenville
Join Main Street Greenville for this year’s legendary Annie Oakley Sidewalk Sales! Many downtown businesses will offer special deals and sales during the event.
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Taste of Downtown Wooster – Wooster
Taste of Downtown is sure to feature something for everyone. Food tastings from your favorite downtown restaurants, live music, and a beer/wine garden!
July 28
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Annie Oakley Sidewalk Sales – Greenville
Join Main Street Greenville for this year’s legendary Annie Oakley Sidewalk Sales! Many downtown businesses will offer special deals and sales during the event.
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Kent Potterfest -Kent
This is an opportunity for Harry Potter fans of all ages to come together and celebrate everything Harry Potter! Main Street Kent is hosting the event, which will include costume contests, potion classes, scavenger hunt, magic, origami, vendors, photo booths and more.
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Front Porch Concert Series – Lakewood
Come see local act The Chris Vance Trio! 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! & Shop Hop – Troy
Join us for a night of health and wellness in Historic Downtown Troy! Artists and musicians will fill the sidewalks, along with cross-fit and yoga on the Public Square, information and demos, an obstacle course and more!
This event runs in conjunction with the Downtown Troy Merchants Shop Hop. Stores are open late!
July 29
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Annie Oakley Sidewalk Sales – Greenville
Join Main Street Greenville for this year’s legendary Annie Oakley Sidewalk Sales! Many downtown businesses will offer special deals and sales during the event.
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Kent Potterfest -Kent
This is an opportunity for Harry Potter fans of all ages to come together and celebrate everything Harry Potter! Main Street Kent is hosting the event, which will include costume contests, potion classes, scavenger hunt, magic, origami, vendors, photo booths and more.
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Last Saturdays! at Van Wert Farm & Arts Markets – Van Wert
On the “Last Saturday” of every month the Van Wert Farm & Art Market adds to the fun. Last Saturday in July will feature live music, food trucks, a community walk Amazing Race, and a Scavenger hunt!
2017 Main Street Refresh Workshop
Revitalization Series Summer Workshop
Main Street Refresh
Wooster, Ohio
9/6/2017
The Michigan Main Street Center was the first state-wide coordinating program to roll-out and begin implementing the Main Street Refresh in all 21 of our participating communities. We have developed a multi-step process to guide communities through transformation strategy identification, development, and implementation. During this session, we will take you through a highly interactive deep-dive of the new Main Street Approach as we have implemented it in Michigan. We will share our process, tools and lessons learned so that you will be well equipped to begin implementing this approach in your community, with support from Heritage Ohio.
Additionally, attendees will have the opportunity to explore Wooster, another one of Ohio’s Main Street communities!
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.
Main Street on the Rocks: Utilizing Liquor Licenses in Revitalization Districts Webinar
Join us on July 8, 2015, 1 PM-2 PM
Downtown Revitalization is never an easy endeavor, but for communities striving for a healthy and vibrant urban core, there are many tools available. One of the most effective tools is the Revitalization District Liquor Permit Designation. Pioneered by Main Street Wooster and the City of Wooster with assistance from Heritage Ohio, this legislation allows a downtown to access more liquor permits than would otherwise be available, thus making restaurant retention and attraction a considerably easier prospect. Join us as we interview Main Street Wooster Executive Director, Sandra Hull, and the Wooster Chamber of Commerce Director, Justin Starlin, to discuss the Revitalization District Legislation, how it works, and what it has meant for Wooster.
Register Here
You're invited to join us at the Cash Mob Wine Tasting!
I hope you’re planning to join us next Thursday in downtown Wooster for our Cash Mob Wine Tasting, a joint benefit for SoMar Wine Cellars, Main Street Wooster, and Heritage Ohio (info on the particulars here) for just $20.
When is getting mobbed a good thing? When it’s a Cash Mob descending upon a downtown retailer. There’s something special about thanking a local retailer in an intimate setting for his or her efforts to make the downtown a better place to live, work, shop, and play.
We think the following quote from Robert Mondavi aptly represents both the value of wine, and the value of nonprofit organizations helping people here in Ohio to live better: “Wine is art. It’s culture. It’s the essence of civilization and the art of living.”
We look forward to seeing you in Wooster next week!
PS Did you know that the concept of the Cash Mob began right here in Ohio (even though the term was first used in New York state)? This webpage has details about the concept, what it means, and how the event may evolve and change in the future.