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Frankfort Sunflower Festival

 

Paper City Music Festival

 

Mud Ninja Extreme Challenge

 

Maria's Message

  

Tuesday, July 14th

8:00pm

Majestic Theatre

Free Community Event

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Chillicothe

Farmers Market

  

Every Saturday

8am - Noon

Ross County Service Center

 

July 2nd - July 16th, 2015
Paddle with a Ranger on Paint Creek
Thursday, July 2nd
Thursday, July 9th
Thursday, July 16th
10:00am - 3:30pm
Water's Edge Canoe Livery
10807 State Route 772
Chillicothe, Ohio 45601
(740) 779-3339
Admission: Call for pricing
 

Float along the beautiful, scenic Paint Creek while learning about the world famous American Indians that were building huge, geometric earthworks along the banks of the creek over 2,000 years ago!

You may bring your own canoe or kayak or rent from Waters Edge. From Waters Edge Canoe Livery, boaters will be shuttled just north of Seip Earthworks to the shores of Paint Creek where the paddle begins. The paddle is approximately 8 miles and will last approximately 3-4 hours ending at Jones Levee Bridge where boaters will be picked up and shuttled back to Waters Edge Canoe Livery.

For more information visit Hopewell Culture NHP's website.  

First Thursday - Wing Fest
Thursday, July 2nd
5:00pm - 8:00pm
Majestic Theatre Courtyard
45 E. Second Street
Chillicothe, Ohio 45601
Admission: $3.00 Cover Charge
 

The First Capital Rotary presents 2015 First Thursday Wing Fest. Enjoy ice cold Budweiser & Pepsi beverages, sample the areas greatest wings from many different local vendors. The best of all, as we kick off this holiday weekend will be grooving to the sounds of the one and only Kenny Valentine Band plus Kenny is working on a full brass section as well. More details to come soon! Brought to you by Bud Light and The Chillicothe Gazette

"Where Is His Heart?" Stories Post Suicide: A Family Collection exhibit            
Now - Saturday, August 1st
Pump House Center for the Arts
1 Enderlin Circle
Chillicothe, Ohio 45601
(740) 772-5783
Admission: Free
  

Southern Ohio native, Angela Locke, opens her first solo show with this journey of life after loss to suicide. It is a glimpse into how she and her children, Jason, Aidan, Ava, and Jonas used creative expression to cope with the death of husband and father, Jason R. Locke. The purpose of this exhibition is to open conversations about suicide loss, the process and impact of grief on families and to provide healing. This collection includes works in oil, acrylic, mixed media, collage and poetry.

 

Gallery Hours: Tuesday - Saturday 11:00am - 4:00pm, Sunday 1:00pm - 4:00pm and closed on Mondays. 

Chillicothe Paints
VA Memorial Stadium
17273 State Route 104
Chillicothe, Ohio 45601
(740) 773-7117
Admission: $6.00 / Seniors & Children $5.00
 

 
Thursday, July 2nd
 

7:05pm

Chillicothe Paints vs. Butler BlueSox

Thirsty Thursday! $1.00 draft beer


Friday, July 3rd

7:05pm

Chillicothe Paints vs. Butler BlueSox

Chillicothe Gazette presents Fireworks Extravaganza by 94Country.


 

Friday, July 10th

7:05pm

Chillicothe Paints vs. West Virginia Miners

Budweiser Souvenir Night & Party with the Paints featuring Jordan Clark and Fewxion.

 

Run, Walk and Boom 5K and Sparkler Sprint
Saturday, July 4th
9:00am
Yoctangee Park
Downtown Chillicothe
Chillicothe, Ohio 45601
Admission: $35 per person
 

The Chillicothe Civic Theatre will host this 5K run and walk along with the Sprinkler Sprint, a 1 mile fun run. Events will begin with the singing of the National Anthem by a retired military veteran and presentation of the colors. Other events include military platoons running in formation and volunteers assisting wheelchair bound veterans in completing the Sparkler Sprint. Several prizes will be awarded and family activities will be available. This event will benefit the new home theatre project. 

A Red, White, & Blue Ice Cream Social
Saturday, July 4th
11:00am - 4:00pm
Adena Mansion & Gardens
847 Adena Road
Chillicothe, Ohio 45601
(740) 772-1500
Admission: Adults: $10, Seniors: $9, Children 6 and up: $5
 

Adena Mansion and Gardens will host a Red, White, & Blue Ice Cream Social to celebrate the glorious Fourth of July. Enjoy homemade fruit cobblers and root beer floats while listening to a variety of musical performances at the barn. Bring your lawn chair or picnic blanket and sit back and relax while you listen to the live music of The Sodbusters, Sheri Deane, and Paul Brown.

Chillicothe 4th of July Fireworks
Saturday, July 4th
9:45pm
Yoctangee Park
Downtown Chillicothe
Chillicothe, Ohio 45601
Admission: Free
 

Celebrate the 4th of July with the City of Chillicothe.

The event gathers thousands from surrounding communities to witness the celebration of our nation's independence in the beautiful setting of Yoctangee Park with over 40 acres of viewing space within the park annex. 

19th Century Independence Day Celebration and All American Baseball Game
Sunday, July 5th
1:00pm - 4:00pm
Adena Mansion & Gardens
847 Adena Road
Chillicothe, Ohio 45601
(740) 772-1500
Admission: Free
 

Celebrate Independence Day the way they did two centuries ago! You will be transported back in time to experience the holiday like it was celebrated in the early 1800s. Activities will include readings of portions of the Declaration of Independence, patriotic poems, a presentation of the flag, a toast to George Washington and 21 gun salute by the Ross County Veterans Honor Guard.

Then,  join us on the grounds for an old fashioned game of Base Ball (yes, two words) as Adena Mansion and Gardens welcomes The Ohio Village Muffins, an 1860's baseball team that plays the game by 19th century rules. Come out and cheer on our team! 

Paxton Theatre Camp
Monday, July 6th - Thursday, July 9th
10:00am - 2:00pm
Paxton Theatre
125 E. Main Street
Bainbridge, Ohio 45612
(740) 634-3333
Admission: $60.00
 

Directors of Disney's Alice in Wonderland, Jr., Jeff & Jenna Horick, will instruct students entering grades one through twelve on acting techniques, make-up, stage combat, costumes, acting games, and explore what actors and crew members do while onstage or backstage. The Horick's have worked many years in the theatre and have been educators at Hillsboro Elementary for nearly twenty years.

All participants will receive a free Paxton Theatre Camp t-shirt upon completion of the camp, and be guaranteed at least a minor role in the summer production of Disney's Alice in Wonderland, Jr.

Registration is available at www.PaxtonTheatre.com. Early registration is $50 until June 12th.

 

Art in the Park
Tuesday, July 7th
Tuesday, July 14th
1:00pm
Hopewell Culture National Historical Park
16062 State Route 104
Chillicothe, Ohio 45601
(740) 774-1126
Admission: Free
 

Join us at Mound City Group in July for our annual summer art program. Throughout the program students will learn about famous artists, art styles and art techniques all while making connections to history and nature. Classes are based on ages of students. Students are not required to attend every session.

Please call in advance to make reservations. Call the park at (740) 774-1126 to reserve a spot. 

Junior Archeology Days
Friday, July 10th
10:00am - 12:00pm
Mound City Group Visitor Center
16062 State Route 104
Chillicothe, Ohio 45601
(740) 774-1126
Admission: Free
 

When most people think of archeology, they think of an adventurous explorer who braves great danger to grab a precious object! Archeology provides a link to the past and a means to study the people who came before us. Junior Archeologists are important people because they help archeologists take care of very special places. The Junior Archeologist program at Hopewell Culture National Historical Park is an opportunity for children to learn about the archeology in their National Park and have fun at the same time!

Children ages 5-12 are invited to participate in this event. Children will complete several hands-on activities, a mock dig, to earn a Junior Archeologist Badge. Parents or guardians are required to stay with their children. Call the park at (740) 774-1126 for more information. 

Disney's Alice in Wonderland Jr. Auditions
Friday, July 10th
6:00pm
Paxton Theatre
125 E. Main Street
Bainbridge, Ohio 45612
Admission: Free
 

Paxton Theatre will be holding auditions for their summer production of Alice in Wonderland Jr.

Lewis Carroll's famous inquisitive heroine comes to life in this delightful adaptation of the classic Disney film. Join Alice as she chases the White Rabbit, races the Dodo Bird, gets tied up with Tweedle Dee and Tweedle Dum, raps with a bubble-blowing Caterpillar, and beats the Queen of Hearts at her own game!

Those auditioning are asked to bring to read or memorize, a short one0minute comedic monologue. If students are unable to find material, an option will be provided at auditions. Auditioners will also be asked to sing a short song. Participation in the camp is not required to participate in Disney's Alice in Wonderland, Jr. All auditioners must be entering grades one through twelve in the fall. No one older will be considered for a role. Disney's Alice in Wonderland Jr. will be performed August 7 & 8.

 

 

Queen Nation- Queen Tribute Concert
Friday, July 10th
7:00pm
OU-C Shoemaker Center
101 University Drive
Chillicothe, Ohio 45601
Admission: $10.00
 

Litter Quality Propane Summer Tribute Concert Series

To purchase tickets online visit: www.litterpropane.com. Tickets are also available at the Ross-Chillicothe Convention & Visitors Bureau at 45 E. Main Street. 

Yoga in the Park
Saturday, July 11th
9:00am
Hopewell Culture National Historical Park
16062 State Route 104
Chillicothe, Ohio 45601
(740) 774-1126
Admission: Free
 

Hopewell Culture National Historical Park invites you and your family or friends to participate in FREE Yoga in the park. Yoga in the park is a part of the Healthy Parks Healthy People initiative. Join a local yoga instructor for a fun-filled, relaxing morning of yoga. The event will be FREE for all the visitors wishing to participate. The class will last about an hour and participants will need to bring their own water and yoga mat or blanket.

Things to remember:
 
Bring your own water
 
Bring your own mat or blanket
 
Classes will last about an hour
 
Call ahead to reserve your spot

PLEASE NOTE: To reserve you spot or for more information, please call Hopewell Culture National Historical Park at (740) 774-1126.  Bring a picnic lunch and enjoy a day of discovery in your neighborhood national park!  

 

Tecumseh Outdoor Drama
Now - Saturday, August 29th
8:00pm
Sugarloaf Mountain Amphitheatre
5968 Marietta Road
Chillicothe, Ohio 45601
(740) 775-0700
Admission: Adults: $24.95 & Children 10 & younger: $17.95
 

Witness the epic life story of the legendary Shawnee leader as he struggles to unite the various tribes in an effort to drive the encroaching whites from their sacred homelands in Ohio country during the late 1700s. If you wish you can also buy tickets for a backstage tour with cast members as your tour guides. The tours last approximately one hour and along with detailed historical information also includes demonstrations of weaponry, stunts and make-up. The Tecumseh Terrace Buffet features a Buffet Dinner of wholesome American food if you are interested. Backstage tours are offered at 4:00pm and 5:00pm and the buffet is available from 4:30pm to 7:30pm. For ticket pricing or more information or to reserve tickets call (866) 775-0700 or (740) 775-0700 or visit www.tecumsehdrama.com

 

3rd Annual Island Beach Party
Saturday, July 11th
9:00am - 8:00pm
Water's Edge Canoe Livery
10807 State Route 772
Chillicothe, Ohio 45601
Admission: Kayaks $25.00
 

Kayak down Paint Creek and enjoy live music and karaoke on the Island. There will be contests, kayak limbo, prizes and lots of fun or simply enjoy the beautiful outdoors!

Spruce Hill Isthmus Hike
Saturday, July 11th
10:00am - 2:30pm
Spruce Hill
Spruce Hill Road
Chillicothe, Ohio 45601
Admission: Free
 

Mysterious Spruce Hill is the world's largest Hopewell hilltop enclosure and one of only three such rare hilltops surrounded by a mounded wall of stone.Why did prehistoric hunter-gatherers build a low mounded wall of stone around such an enormous plateau, but never live here? How did they create fires here with temperatures hotter than an open fire can generate? Is there really a serpent mound in the middle of the enclosure? These are some of the questions that will be addressed in the guided hike, which begins at the foot of Spruce Hill and ascends a gravel road through beautiful forested slopes to the remains of an entrance at the edge of the mesa. From there, the route proceeds through flat but uneven former farm fields to the isthmus at the far end of the plateau, where the best preserved section of the wall and gateways remains.

Few guided hikes visit the isthmus because it is such a long hike from the parking lot. Additionally, Spruce Hill is not normally open to the public without a permit, so this is an uncommon opportunity to explore this flat-topped finger of stone that thrusts into the scenic Paint Valley.

Spruce Hill Preserve is owned by the Arc of Appalachia Preserve System and co-managed with the National Park Service and the Ross County Parks District. Meet at the Spruce Hill Preserve parking lot located on Spruce Hill Road off Black Run Road, off Blain Highway, off U.S. Route 50, three miles east of Bourneville. Call (740) 774-1126 for directions or pick-up a driving map at the Mound City Group Visitors Center (16062 State Route 104). Spruce hill is a 20 minute drive from the Mound City Group Visitors Center.

Length: 3.5 miles
Difficulty Level: Moderately challenging with significant ascents and descents. Hikers should wear sturdy walking shoes and bring a full water bottle and a packed lunch or hearty trail snacks.

 

Battle o f the Paxton
Saturday, July 11th
7:00pm
Paxton Theatre
125 E. Main Street
Chillicothe, Ohio 45601
Admission: $10.00
 

This summer the doors of The Paxton Theatre open to help locate the next great local band! Maybe you're a rock band looking for more exposure? Or a country band that wants to perform in the home of Paint Valley Jamboree? The Battle of the Paxton is a celebration of all music where bands will compete until a winner is crowned by the audience and then have the opportunity to play their very own show and win $500!

Bands will compete head-to-head, singing thee songs each. Guest advisors will help the audience in narrowing down the winner, but ultimately the audience decides! The three winners from each week will then compete on August 1, the final round, for a chance at the grand prize: $500 and the opportunity to headline their very own show at The Paxton Theatre on August 15.

For more information, and to register to audition, please click here 

 

 

Foothill Folk Society Munch N' Jam
Sunday, July 12th
2:00pm - 5:00pm
Foothill Folk Society
13 W. Second Street
Chillicothe, Ohio 45601
Admission: Free
 

Join members of the Foothill Folk Society for an open jam. Open to the public. All musicians are invited to bring their instruments and join in the informal jam session. Fans are invited to attend and enjoy the talents of the local musicians. Artists can bring their projects and work on them while enjoying the music. Everyone is encouraged to bring a non-perishable food item or a cash donation for the Good Samaritan Food Bank in Chillicothe, a snack to share and your drink. 

Maria's Message
Tuesday, July 14th 
8:00pm
Majestic Theatre
45 E. Second Street
Chillicothe, Ohio 45601
(740) 772-2041
Admission: Free
 

Please join 10TV's Dom Tiberi, Jerry Revish and Kristyn Hartman, along with special guests for this interactive presentation which focuses on the prevention of distracted driving.

Hear about Maria's Message in Dom's words and learn tips from police about distracted driving, ways to improve your defensive driving skills and new technology to help keep you and your family safe on the roads.

You'll also have the opportunity to take the Maria's Message pledge.

Tickets are free, but seating is limited. Register today

 

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Tecumseh Outdoor Drama
Hopewell Culture National Historical Park
Adena Mansion & Gardens Ross County Historical Society
Waters Edge Canoe Livery David Nickens Heritage Center
Pump House Center for the Arts Lucy Hayes Heritage Center
Paint Creek Rental

Downtown Chillicothe 

Chillicothe Paints Majestic Theatre
Paxton Theatre
Ross County Genealogical Society
Chillicothe & Ross County Public Library
City of Chillicothe




 

 

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