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Updated: This post has been updated with corrected information.
It’s a north central Ohio institution – the annual Prairie Peddler Festival, which takes place off of State Route 97 near Butler.
The 2020 edition of Prairie Peddler will look and function a bit differently, but what makes the event a regional favorite is still there. This year’s Prairie Peddler, set for September 26-27 and October 3-4, is still an opportunity for the entire family to step back in time, sample delicious food, and shop at artisan booths. More…
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Summer is here, and while our summers may be looking a little different this year, there are events for everyone’s comfort level on our calendar. Thousands and thousands of visitors make road trips to our area each year, but many visitors are staying close to home this year. This could be the best summer to explore like a visitor in your own backyard since our attractions, restaurants, and stores need local support more than ever. These events are a great way to fill your summer with fun and help our local businesses thrive again. More…
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Food trucks may not seem to be as prevalent in our neck of the woods as they are in places like Columbus or Cleveland, but the Mansfield Department of Parks and Recreation is working to create more awareness for our local food truck industry. The second annual Food Truck Festival is scheduled for October 11, beginning at 11:00 AM and running until 6:00 PM (or later) at South Park in Mansfield. More…
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They go from plant to plant, dozens of times each day, and thank heavens that they do!
You are invited to the Sixth Annual Richland County Park District Pollinator Festival, which will be held from August 2 through 4 at the Gorman Nature Center. More…
Whether you’re in search of tasteful home décor or the perfect gifts for loved ones — or you simply want a full day of fun — the Vintage Peddler in Butler features must-see vintage and one-of-a-kind products in a beautiful wooded setting. The festival runs from Friday, June 7 through Sunday, June 9 and features over 90 local food, jewelry, clothing, and furniture vendors. More…
Come one, come all, to the 168th edition of the Bellville Street Fair.
Bellville’s “World’s Fair” will offer four fun-filled days, from Wednesday through Saturday, of exhibits, shows, rides, free entertainment, and much more. More…
The Richland County Fair begins today and ends on Saturday, and during that six days a wide range of events, entertainment, rides, shows, and contests will greet visitors to the Fairgrounds. The first Fair took place on October 26, 1849, just the one day, at what is now the intersection of South Main and Lexington Avenue. More…
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The one hundred and sixty-fifth Ohio State Fair will continue a proud and highly anticipated tradition from July 25 through August 5 at the Ohio Expo Center. This year’s event includes a wide range of food, entertainment, agriculture, livestock and art exhibitions. In addition, highlighted traditions and interactive displays will ensure a fun-filled trip for all ages. More…
The Sixteenth Annual Ontario 4th of July Festival gives locals a chance to jump start their Indepedence Day celebrations in grand style. This year’s event takes place this Saturday, June 30.
According to the organizer’s website, “Since our beginning in 1969, the Ontario 4th of July festival has aimed to represent “Fun for All Ages”. After some period of time, the festival stopped due to absence of funding and insurance. In 2002 a small, non-profit committee of volunteers saw the need for the re-birth of our yearly, community event. This new festival committee breathed new life into the Ontario Fourth of July Festival in 2002.” More…
Over the last 48 hours, several media sources in Mansfield and Cleveland have reported on news that the Ink in the Clink festival, held last year at The Ohio State Reformatory, has apparently lost two planned venues. Media have covered this story from several angles as news developed.
As part of our role to keep our readers connected with local stories, here is a roundup of stories which we have been following concerning these developments. More…
What better way to celebrate the wonders of January than with a winter themed festival? You’re in luck this weekend, as nearby Loudonville celebrates the 2018 Mohican Winter Fest this Saturday and Sunday.
Enjoy watching Award-winning Aaron Costic and his crew from Elegant Ice Creations as they make some truly inspired creations from ice. Stroll along Main Street to see over 25 elegant sculptures. More…
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The annual Simple Goods Early Country Antiques & Primitive Goods Show is being held today, Saturday, November 4.
Ohio native Candy Looker, a primitive design artist and crafter, established Simple Goods in 2006. With the assistance of her husband, Tom, and sister and brother-in-law, Max and Harry Squires, Candy continued to run Simple Goods until June 2015, when she sold the show to Christina Hummel, a Pennsylvania antiques dealer, and Kris Casucci, a Massachusetts show promoter and antiques dealer. More…
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It’s September and festivals are in full swing! Kick off fall while the temperature is perfect! Plan a date night or a day out with the family. Whatever your interests, check out the Destination Mansfield-Richland County calendar for more events. More…
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Bear with us. We’re about to use a four letter word which some find distasteful.
The word is …. Fall. Yes, that time of the year is around the corner. More…
Here’s a question for you: What’s very blue, very big, and very close to home?
It’s the annual Lexington Blueberry Festival, being held this year from Thursday through Sunday, August 17-20. Family fun abounds at the Festival with popular events such as the 5K and “Glow Run,” the Blue Lights & Bubbles Parade, pageants, car and bike shows, kids rides, craft vendors, live music, and fireworks on Saturday and Sunday evenings. More…
