2010 Fairfield County Travel Planner

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Welcome .........................................................................2

Weekend Getaways ....................................................... 5

Heritage Weekend .......................................................11

Covering the Past: .......................................................14 Travel back in time with a tour

of Fairfield Countys covered bridges.

Map ....................................................................... 16 & 17

Parks and Recreation ..................................................18

Nature Preserves ........................................................ 20

Fairfield County Events .............................................. 23

Shopping ....................................................................... 24

Dining ............................................................................26

Lodging .........................................................................29

Bed & BreakfastsCampgrounds

Hotels/Motels

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isitors & Convention Bureau.

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ancaster, Ohio 43130

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formation is subject to change. It is advisable to call or

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Weekend

Getaways

Fairfield County

With a rich, well-preserved history, a strong focus on the arts and unique

spaces devoted to hobbies such as doll collecting and motorcycles,

Fairfield County is ripe with attractions to keep every visitor engaged.


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Outdoor WeekendWhile Fairfield County is well-

known for its historic museums,numerous festivals, and specialevents, the countys rural locationmeans it is blessed with thousandsof acres of parks, nature

preserves and wildlife areas. Infact, the name Fairfield comesfrom the original settlers of thecounty, who were impressed withthe fair fields they encounteredwhen they arrived in the area.Today, many of the same naturalareas have been preserved,making Fairfield County a greatdestination for those who enjoythe outdoors.

FridayIf you want to get an early

start on your weekend, arrive onFriday night, so youll be able toget in a full day on Saturday. Ofcourse, you can stay in one of themany hotels or bed and breakfastinns, but if you want to get closerto nature, Fairfield County hasover 300 camper and RV sites inseveral different campgrounds.

All offer hookups, and manyprovide tent sites as well.Depending on where you stay,youll find showers, playgrounds,swimming pools, fishing lakes,volleyball and basketball courts,game rooms for the kids, and even

scuba diving! All are located inquiet, secluded areas, but closeenough to shopping areas soyou can stock up on fresh foodfor the weekend to cook out atyour campsite, or pick up those

last-minute essentials which youmay have forgotten.

SaturdayOn Saturday, your first big

decision (after breakfast ofcourse) will be where to start! Ifyou want to stay close to town,youll find plenty of room towander either in the LancasterCity Parks system, or nearby in

the Pickerington Parks district.In Lancaster, you may wish to

start at Rising Park, the citysfirst park. This 79-acre jewelin the heart of the city wasdedicated in 1909, and servedas the impetus for todays still-growing network of over twodozen parks encompassing 700acres. A favorite activity of thelocals is making the leisurely

20 minute climb to the top ofMt. Pleasant. The path is well-worn, with benches to rest along

the way. At the top, youll berewarded with a spectacularview of the county Fairgrounds,as well as downtown Lancaster.

If you prefer to wander out into the county, there are plenty of

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Fairfield Countyopportunities to get closer tonature. You can take in one ofhe states largest remaining

natural wetlands at PickeringtonPonds. Part of the Metro Parksystem, the park features 1,600

acres of wetlands, woodlots and

fields, and more than 400 acres

have been designated as a statenature preserve. Youll findhiking and bicycle trails here andhroughout the county, rangingrom easy paved trails of lesshan a mile to gravel and pavedrails over 6 miles long. Many

of the parks also have shelterhouses and picnic tables whereyou can grab a quick lunch after

your morning adventures.

After lunch, you can resumeyour outdoor weekend withmore hiking or sightseeing, ormove on to a different park ornature preserve, perhaps visitingone of the countys 18 originalcovered bridges along the way.You can bird-watch, fish, or takeadvantage of one of the manyvaried free nature programs

offered by the parks. Plan toend your day at Slate Run Metro

Park, near Canal Winchester.The parks 150-acre wetlandswildlife refuge features marshes,meadows, wet marshes andponds. Three observation decksallow visitors to see wildlifeand wildflowers up close andpersonal.

If you dont want to go back

o your hotel or campsite andmake dinner, there are lots ofdining choices in the area. Aocal favorite is Kingys Pizza

and Pub near Canal Winchester.Relax in a family-owned casualestaurant where you can samplehe award-winning Kingys All

The Way pizza, or choose from aull menu, with a large selection

of childrens favorites as well.

SundayOn Sunday, plan to visit two

of the larger parks in FairfieldCounty, both located in the

southeastern part of the county.Alley Park is a true gem in theLancaster Parks system. Itfeatures nearly seven miles ofhiking trails through woodedareas. Locals often take the hiketo Twin Lake. The trail is about a

mile each way, and goes through

some of the more secludedparts of the park. Alley Parkis also home to Lake Loretta,where children can fish, or justenjoy the outdoors. The GoslinNature Center offers many freeeducational nature programs,and the lower level is a greatplace to learn more about theanimals native to the area.

Just down the road is Clear

Creek Metro Park, a naturelovers paradise. The parkis Ohios largest dedicatednature preserve. Designated anImportant Bird Area by OhioAudubon, the park is home tonearly 100 species of birds. Atotal of over 2,200 species ofplants and animals have beendocumented in the area including

over 800 species of plants andnearly 80 species of butterflies.

From a modest 80-acre tractof land, Clear Creek nowencompasses nearly 5,300 acres,ninety-five percent of which isforested. The sheer size of thepark may seem overwhelming,but there are lots of easy shorttrails to explore, some less thana mile in length. You can try

your luck fishing for rock orsmallmouth bass in Clear Creek,or fish from the dock or along theshore at the 5-acre Lake Ramona.

Complete your OutdoorsWeekend in Fairfield Countywith a visit to the Slate RunLiving Historical Farm. Thisactual working farm providesan opportunity for visitors tocompare farm work and family

life of the 1880s with their livestoday. Youll see the activities ofdaily life carried out with tools

and equipment that pre-dateelectricity or gasoline. Activities

change with the day and season,but as part of the Metro Parkssystem, admission to the Farm isalways free. Pick up a brochureat the park office, and take aself-guided tour. There are 16areas along the tour, all staffed

with volunteers working the

farm or inside one of the manybuildings. The volunteers explainwhat they are doing, and whatpart each area played in theoverall operation of a familyfarm. Some of the stops includethe farmhouse, garden shed,root cellar, smokehouse, barn,granary, poultry yards, and evena windmill. There are many

varieties of farm animals and

livestock on the farm, as wellas many pieces of horse-drawnmachinery. Plan to spend at least1-2 hours to see the Farm and allits operations. There are plentyof picnic facilities in the adjacentpark picnic areas.

Outdoor Weekend continued

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Fairfield CountyKids Weekend

When it comes to having funin Fairfield County, age makes nodifference. There are plenty ofthings for families to do together.Whether getting creative, going to amuseum, or just playing in the park,

there is something for everyone toenjoy. A family weekend in FairfieldCounty offers many possibilities, allwith the same outcome; everyonewill have a blast.

SaturdayA great visit to Lancaster,

Ohio wouldnt be complete withouta stop at AHA! A Hands-on-Adventure childrens museum on

a Saturday morning. Its hard tomiss on Broad Street in downtownLancaster. The museums exterioris painted with a colorful muralof children playing. Inside, AHA!offers changing exhibits gearedfor kids under eight to have funand learn. Kids can build a house,go fishing, play dress up, paint andmore. As you enter, you will noticethe museum is full of laughter and

activity. Directly in front of youis the centerpiece of the room, agiant laser harp, which sounds asbeautiful as it looks. One exhibit,a decorative honeycomb, appearsto be a work of art, but is also aclimbing structure. The area offersthe freedom for children to try newthings in a safe environment. Eventhough the exhibits are intended forkids, parents and family members

will have fun watching and joining into play. You will have trouble pullingthe kids away from the museum forlunch, but it will be worth it.

Downtown Lancaster offersmany choices for lunch. You canenjoy fine dining, or just get a salad,sandwich, soup, or daily specialsat one of the locally-owned family-friendly restaurants. Whichever youchoose, when its time for dessert,

check out the locals favorite:Annies Main Street Bistro. With

A HANDS-ON

ADVENTUREA CHILDRENS MUSEUM

315 S. Broad StreetLancaster, Ohio 43130

740-653-1010www.aha4kids.org

HOURS:MondaySaturday10 a.m.4 p.m.

Admission:$5 per person

The adventure play space

for curious minds age 07

TheFrame Shop

(740) 654-9300339 N. Columbus St.,Lancaster

Tues.Fri.: 105;Sat.: 102

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Fairfield County

Heritage

WeekendWhile tourists and vacationers whocome to Fairfield County will findall the modern conveniences todaystravelers expect, the vast majorityof visitors are here to share inour rich heritage. Whether itsvisiting an ancient Native Americanburial mound, discovering ourcovered bridges, taking an up-closelook at the history of American

motorcycling, or getting a look at

the surroundings that shaped someof Americas great heroes, FairfieldCounty is truly a place to appreciatethe past.

Friday

Start your heritage weekendwith a stop at the AmericanMotorcycle Association Hall ofFame museum in Pickerington. Planto arrive just after lunch, so you

will have time to explore the manyvintage and modern motorcycles on

display. No visit to the Museum iscomplete without a visit to the Hallof Fame gallery. Here youll findplaques honoring the true pioneersof motorcycling, as well as somemore recent stars of motocrossand custom-built choppers. Themuseum is located in Pickeringtonand is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.seven days a week and closed on

some holidays. Visitors are able tosee rare and unique bikes but alsolearn about motorcycle culture. You

will also be able to learn about thehistory of motorcycles and viewbikes like the 1894 Roper Steamerand the 1906 Harley-DavidsonSingle. Exhibits change throughoutthe year and often feature bikesowned by celebrity actors, sportsstars and musicians.

End the day at the familyowned restaurant, Tarantos PizzaBarn in Pickerington. The menuincludes just about any Italiandish you could want, as well assome unexpected staples like ribs

and hamburgers. Most locals likeTarantos pizza simple. The favoriteorder is a large pepperoni pizzawith thin crust and big slices ofpepperoni.

After dinner, you may wishto return to your hotel in thePickerington area, or head down toLancaster and spend the night in ahotel there, so youll be ready to get

an early start tomorrow.

Saturday

Put on your walking shoes onSaturday morning and check outLancasters historic district. Thebuilding styles around what isknown as the historic Square 13,reflect influences from the earlyinhabitants of Lancaster who came

from New England, the southernUnited States and Philadelphia. Ina short distance, there are greathistoric sites that will offer notonly a look into Lancasters past butalso a fun walk around Lancasterspicturesque downtown anytime ofthe year.

Start your Heritage Districtexperience with breakfast

downtown. Enjoy an eye-

opening cup of gourmet coffee orcappuccino, a breakfast sandwichor large stack of pancakes, or justa bagel or muffin while you planyour day. If you have a sweet toothfirst thing in the morning, stop forbreakfast at Shaws Restaurant& Inn in the heart of downtown

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Explore

LancastersHistory!The Sherman HouseMuseum & Museum Shop137 E. Main StreetLancaster740-687-5891

The Georgian Museum &Museum Shop105 E. Wheeling StreetLancaster740-654-9923

Open Tuesday Sunday: 14 p.m.April through November

or by appointment.Admission includes guided tour.

Adults: $6 - AAA $5 - Senior $3.50Student (618 yrs.) $1.00

Owned and operated byThe Fairfield Heritage Association

FairfieldHeritage.org

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Lancaster. In addition to their fullbreakfast menu, a favorite of localresidents is the hot iced cinnamon

roll with coffee or a tall glass ofmilk.

After breakfast, its time to

browse the downtown shoppingdistrict to find that unique gift orpersonal item. If you are looking forantiques, head over to the Olde ShoeFactory to find jewelry, furniture,linens, glassware and more. TheOlde Shoe Factory has transformedover the years from a church to ashoe factory and now, the largest

antique mall in Fairfield County.Youll find wall to wall treasures,and with inventory changing daily,its the most diverse shopping underone roof.

Nearby, the PaperbackExchange is a great place to relaxand look through the hundreds ofused and new books available for

purchase. Time will fly by in a storethat is like a walk down memorylane.

Allow enough time to visit theother shops in downtown Lancaster.There are many unique storesfeaturing antiques, handcraftedjewelry and art pieces, clothing,books and one-of-a-kind gift and

collectible pieces. All four of thedowntown Lancaster museums

also have gift shops, where youllfind specialty items related tolocal history or to the museums inwhich theyre located. Merchandisechanges frequently, so you neverknow when you might find a hiddentreasure.

When its time for lunch, youcan stay right downtown and graba quick bite, or relax and enjoya more leisurely meal. There are

lots of choices, but one of the mostpopular is Four Reasons Bakery &Deli. Deli sandwiches, soups andsalad fill the menu and specialschange weekly. Local favorites

include sandwiches named to honorfamous Fairfield County residents,like the Shermans March,Ewing Classic, or Zane Square.Wherever you choose to eat lunch,dont forget dessert youll need tomake sure youre ready for a fullafternoon of exploring FairfieldCountys history!

When youre ready to start yourlocal heritage tour, the Fairfield

County Visitors & ConventionBureau is a great place to begin.There you can check out an mp3player and take a self-guidedwalking tour of Lancasters historicSquare 13 at your own pace.

The tour begins at thecrossroads of Lancaster, ZaneSquare. Standing in Veterans Park,youll see the Sherman statue as wellas a cannon which was given to the

city by General Sherman after theCivil War. Also located in the parkis a monument inscribed with thenames of the nine members of themilitary from Fairfield County whohave been awarded the Medal ofHonor. Included on that list is JacobParrott, who has the distinction ofbeing the first recipient of the Medalof Honor. Parrott received the honorin 1863 for service in the Civil War.While in the park, you will also hear

a brief history of the surroundingcorners, including the Fountain, CityHall, and the bandstand.

Once you start on the actualwalking tour, your first stop willbe the Sherman House Museum.The birthplace of General Shermancontains many authentic Shermanfamily belongings, as well as a largecollection of Civil War artifacts.The house was also the boyhoodhome of General Shermans brother,

John Sherman. It was John Sherman

who in 1890 wrote and introducedthe now-famous Sherman Anti-Trust Act, which is still the basis formany court actions. John Shermanalso served as a US Senator and asSecretary of the Treasury, and asSecretary of State.

Right next door to the ShermanHouse is the Reese-Peters House,which now houses the DecorativeArts Center of Ohio. It was built in

1834 and owned by William JamesReese, who was a three time mayor

of Lancaster and married to General

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Motorcycle Hall of Fame Museum13515 Yarmouth Dr.,Pickerington, Ohio 43147Phone: (614) 856-2222www.motorcyclemuseum.orgThe Motorcycle Hall of FameMuseum in Pickerington rollsout the history of two-wheeledmotorized transportation in threegalleries open for the public.

The Museum opened in1990 and has been a destination

for anyone interested in themotorcycles and their impacton the nation ever since. It islocated in a beautiful suburbanlocation in Pickerington, adjacentto the national headquartersof the American MotorcyclistAssociation. AMA membersreceive discounted admission tothe Museum.

One of the continuallyevolving displays is the Hall ofFame gallery. Each December

inductees into the Hall of Fame are

chosen and their names are postedon the wall.

But the star attraction atthe museum is the motorcyclesthemselves. Rotating exhibitsfeature all types of motorcycles,

and the people who ride them.Recent exhibits have showcasedmotorcycles owned by celebrities,motocross and sport bikes, ahistory of women in motorcycling,and stunt motorcycles used inmovies. Other galleries featureinteractive displays and videopresentations.

On permanent display arevintage and historic motorcycles,where you can learn more aboutthe history of the sport. Youll see

some of the very first motorcycles(with wooden wheels and seats!)as well as bikes which look morelike rocket ships, which were usedto set land speed records. Thereare motorcycles with sidecars,military machines, and prototypesof future designs. Dont leavewithout checking out the Museumsgift shop, where youre sure to finda unique gift for the motorcycleenthusiast on your list. TheMuseum is open year round, seven

days a week.

Motorcycle Hallof Fame MuseumPickerington, Ohio


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Fairfield County

Parks

and RecreationLancaster Parksand Recreation1507 East Main Street,

Lancaster, OH 43130

Phone: (740) 687-6651

www.LancasterParks.com

The Lancaster Parks and

Recreation system has more than

600 acres of neighborhood andCommunity parks.

Rising Park started on 73

acres of land donated by Philip

Rising and dedicated in 1909 and is

a jewel in the park system located

near the intersection of Fair

Avenue and State Route 37.

From that beginning,

Lancaster City parks has grown

to 700 acres. The largest is Alley

Park, a 300-acre park located about2 miles south of Lancaster on Old

Logan Road.

Throughout the year special

events like Maple Syrup Tapping,

Frontier Spirit 1799 and Santa

and Friends can be found at Alley

Park.

PickeringtonParks andRecreation

100 Lockville Road,

Pickerington, OH 43147

Phone: (614) 833-2211

www.Pickerington.net

Pickerington Parks consist

of 150 acres of park land located

in: Sycamore Park, Victory Park,

Colony Park, Simsbury Park, and

Willow Pond Park. The facilities

include: two shelter houses with

picnic tables and grills, five

playground units, Zeller-Smith

Covered Bridge (which is pictured

on the City Seal) a gazebo, an

amphitheater, a three-acre pond,

four softball diamonds, two

basketball courts, approximately

5 miles of bike paths, four soccer

fields, five tennis courts, sledding

hills and disc park.

The following shelters areavailable: Sycamore Park -

Pickering Shelter. Victory Park -

Terry OBrien Shelter.

Summer events include a

movie series and concert series.

Metro ParksBlacklick Woods

6975 E. Livingston Ave.,

Reynoldsburg, OH 43068

(614) 891-0700

www.MetroParks.net

Opened in 1948, Blacklick

Woods is the oldest of the metro

parks, and also one of the busiest.

Within the 632-acre park is

Blacklick Woods Golf Course,

one of only seven courses in the

state that has been certified by

Audubon International as part of

their sanctuary program. Six miles

of trails and a nature center make

this park a major attraction.

Wahkeena Nature Preserve

2200 Pump Station Road 1 mile west of Old Logan Road, just off Rt. 33 in Fairfield CountySugar Grove, OH 43155 | 800.297.1883 | 740.746.8695 | www.ohiohistory.org

Wahkeena Nature Preserve

Where beauty is notlost in translation.

Located on the edge of the breathtaking Hocking Hills, 150-acre Wahkeena

Nature Preserve lives up to its Native American name meaning most beautiful.

Home to miles of hiking trails, an abundance of plants, native orchids, and over

80 species of wildlife, Wahkeena is an ideal retreat for nature study and relaxation.

Call 800.297.1883 or 740.746.8695 for information on hours, admission,

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Fairfield CountyFairfield CountyHistorical Parkscontinued

Stonewall Cemetery,1816 Presidents Cemetery

Stonewall Cemetery also

known as Presidents Cemetery. In

1812, Nathaniel Wilson II received

and from the general land office.

The cemetery is along the edge

of this property in Hocking

Township. In order to preserve

he cemetery, Nathaniel Wilson

II deeded this land in trust to the

Presidents of the United States.

There are no presidents buried

here. In 1838, a stonewall was

erected around the cemetery. Thewall was constructed without the

use of mortar and it is considered

one of the best examples of dry

masonry in the Midwest.

Cross MoundClear Creek Township.

Ancient earthwork on 29 acres;

only one of its kind known to exist

n the world. Possibly Fort Ancient

Culture. The arms of the mound

point to the compass points. Also

a rare stone mound. Reached by

crossing a suspension bridge over

Salt Creek. The bridge, built in

1936, is the only existing WPA

project in Fairfield County.

Nature Preserves

Fairfield County is home to

many State Nature Preserves.Some of these are located within

existing parks, while others are

on land managed by the Ohio

Department of Natural Resources,

or the Ohio Historical Society.

Each one offers you a unique

opportunity to get close to nature

and many contain plants or other

natural attractions which cannot

be found anywhere else in Ohio.

However, state Nature Preservesare not parks. Rather, they are

sanctuaries for rare plants and

animals. All of these special areas

are best suited for minimum

impact activities, such as hiking,

nature study, bird watching

and photography, as opposed to

camping or picnicking.

More details on each

Preserve, including hours anddirections, can be found on our

website. A few of the locations

are open only seasonally, or by

obtaining a permit or reservation,

so some advance planning may be

necessary!

Shallenberger StateNature Preserve

This 88-acre preserve is easily

located just off US Route 22 southof Lancaster. Known for its forest

setting and vast variety of spring

wildflowers, Shallenberger also

features two raised sandstone

promontories. Formed by millions

of years of weathering by water,

wind and temperature extremes,

the largest of these, known as

Allen Knob, towers nearly 250 feet

above the surrounding countryside

and offers an impressive view of

the lowland plains to the west.

Wahkeena NaturePreserve

The name Wahkeena comes

from a Native American word

meaning most beautiful.

Located just 6 miles south of

Lancaster, this 150-acre preserve

was literally 250 million years in

the making. When the sandstone

formations that were buried deepunderground were forced to the

surface by continental shifts,

the resulting hills and valleys

were left behind. Today, these

sandstone cliffs, part of the black

hand formation, are forested

primarily with oak and tulip

trees. The preserve also features

interesting flora, including great

rhododendron and mountain

laurel; and about 26 types of

ferns including Christmas and

maidenhair. Sharp-eyed visitors

may also spot over 69 species of

birds and 15 species of mammals,

including the pileated woodpecker

and white-tailed deer. There is

also a lodge where visitors may

view nature study exhibits, as

well as two hiking trails for those

who want to get closer to nature.Wahkeena is closed during the

winter months (November through

March) so plan to visit during the

summer.

Pickerington PondsLocated just west of

Pickerington, this 400 acre nature

preserve has been designated

as one of Ohios Important

Birding Areas by Audubon Ohio.Pickerington Ponds is a premier

spot for observing more than 260

species of birds. The combination

of seasonal ponds and rich wetland

vegetation, with bordering

woodlands, serve as a magnet

for migrating waterfowl, shore

birds and land birds. Located on

the southeast side of Ellis Pond is

a great blue heron rookery that

has held up to 50 nests during the

breeding season. But this is notjust for bird-watchers. White-

tailed deer, beaver, red fox and

other wildlife can be seen near

the ponds and adjoining woodlots

and fields. Pickerington Ponds is

also home to a large bat condo that

can house up to 6,000 big and little

brown bats. Four miles of scenic

trails wind through the fields and

around the ponds. Bikers and other

outdoor enthusiasts can hop on the

Blacklick Creek Greenway Trail,

which connects to Portman Park in

the north, and extends west along

Blacklick Creek, in all a length of

5.9 miles. The trail will eventually

link to Blacklick Woods Metro

Park and Three Creeks Metro

Park.

Clear CreekThe largest park in the Metro

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Fairfield County

JanuaryHonoring TraditionsNative American EasternWoodland Celebration

Fairfield CountyFairgrounds LancasterContact: Kevin Everhart(740) 304-9720

FebruaryGeneral ShermansBirthday PartyDowntown LancasterContact: Fairfield Heritage

Association (740) 654-9923FairfieldHeritage.org

MarchMaple Tapping FestivalAlley Park, LancasterContact: Lancaster Parks &Recreation (740) 687-6651LancasterParks.com

April

The Georgian Museum andSherman House MuseumSeason Opening(open April through end ofNovember)Contact: Fairfield HeritageAssociation (740) 654-9923FairfieldHeritage.org

MayA Celtic Gathering

Fairfield CountyFairgrounds, Lancaster, OHContact: Cindy Smith(740) 654-9300JuneLancaster Old Car ClubSpring FestivalFairfield CountyFairgroundsContact: David Ray(740) 569-4505

LancasterOldCarClub.org

Earth Angel Super Cruise-InFairfield CountyFairgroundsContact: Larry Smith(866) 611-2645EarthAngelFoundation.org

JulyCorvette GatheringDowntown LancasterContact: Dan Singer(740) 687-1234OhioCorvetteClubAlliance.org

Lancaster Festival(around Lancaster & OU-L)Contact: Lancaster FestivalOffice: (740) 687-4808LanFest.org

Pickerington Violet FestivalVictory Park, PickeringtonContact: Pickerington VioletFestival (614) 524-4758

VioletFestival.org

AugustBaltimore FestivalVillage of BaltimoreContact: Jeff Metzger(740) 862-8876BaltimoreFestival.com

Carroll Old-Timers FestivalDowntown Carroll

Contact: Jim Casey(740) 689-9168CarrollOldTimers.com

SeptemberFrontier Spirit 1799Alley Park-LancasterContact: Jim ChandlerOffice: (740) 385-0633FrontierPlayers.org

Millersport Sweet CornFestivalVillage of MillersportContact: Festival Office

(740) 467-3639SweetCornFest.com

Lithopolis HoneyfestWagnalls Memorial,LithopolisContact: Ginger Brenning(614) 837-2031LithopolisHoneyFest.com

October

Fairfield County FairFairfield CountyFairgroundsContact: Fairfield CountyFair Office (740) 653-3041FairfieldCountyFair.com

Pumpkin HikeAlley Park, LancasterContact: Lancaster ParksOffice (740) 687-6651

LancasterParks.com

DecemberChristmas Candlelight TourDowntown LancasterchurchesContact: Fairfield HeritageAssociation (740) 654-9923FairfieldHeritage.org

Santa And Friends

Alley Park, LancasterContact: Lancaster ParksOffice (740) 687-6651LancasterParks.com

Bremens Lighted ParadeVillage of BremenContact: Bremen AreaChamber of Commerce(740) 569-9150BremenVillage.com

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Fairfield County

ShoppingArt & Clay on Main

featuring Blue Shoe art studiois a multi-function arts facility.

Customers are encouraged to

demonstrate their creative side by

painting ceramics or participating

in a number of classes including

pottery and stained glass. Blue

Shoe artists work on site, creating

unique and vibrant outsider art.Art & Clay on Main is dedicated

to helping all persons, with and

without disabilities to find their

hidden talents.150 W. Main St.,Lancaster, 43130For hours call (740) 653-1755

AVA JewelersThis shop sells original handmade

ewelry fashioned by owner Ava

Edmond and local artists from the

Hocking Hills and central Ohio

areas, plus jewelry created by

artists from all over the country.111 N. Broad St.,Lancaster 43130(740) 689-2823.Mon.Fri. 10 a.m.6 p.m.,Sat. 10 a.m.5 p.m.

Barnside AntiquesWhere small town hospitality

awaits you. Everything fromart glass to Fenton, furniture

and primitives can be found in

this antique shop that boasts5000 square feet of antiquing

opportunities.

9 E. Columbus St.,Lithopolis, 43136(614) 837-7155Mon.Sun. 10 a.m.6 p.m.

Boling AntiquesThis historic 1860s barn serves

as an exhibit space for antiques

and collectibles. Antique treasuresinclude signs, oak, walnut and

cherry furniture, books and

stoneware jugs.

955 Lincoln Ave.,Lancaster, 43130(740) 654-4993Boling-Antiques.comWed.Sun. 11 a.m.6 p.m. or byappointment.

Buggy Seat AntiquesThis one-stop shopping treasure

features local antiques and

collectibles and hand-made crafts.

This store also specializes inpainted, primitive and fine country

furniture and accessories.

4650 Waterloo Rd.,Canal Winchester, 43110(614) 920-1834Wed.Sat. 10 a.m.5 p.m. or byappointment.

Colony ClassicsThis early 1900s shop features

hard-to-find pieces such as

Johnston bench works and

primitive upholstered furniture.

There is also a unique selection

of heirloom-quality collectorspieces, punched tin and colonial

lighting, pictures, fabrics, wall

coverings and many gift items.

Design consultants are available

on request and the sales staff

is always on hand to help find a

particular item. Also on site is

a gourmet shop selling Wind &Willow cheese ball products.

602 N. High St.,Lancaster, 43130(740) 687-6222ColonyClassics.comMon.Sat. 10 a.m.4 p.m.

Deblin DesignStop by this shop for products

related to causes/awareness,

sports-themed items, nautical

gifts and cabin/nature-themed

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Fairfield County has anumber of national chainrestaurants, many with

multiple locations throughoutthe county. You can findtraditional fast-food outletsfor a quick bite, family-friendly casual restaurants,all-you-can-eat buffets, andfine dining establishments.There are many locationsspecializing in ethnic food,such as Mexican, Italian,Chinese, or Greek cuisine, as

well as traditional Americanfare. If you just want a pizzaor sandwich in your hotelroom, many restaurants willbe happy to deliver as well.For a complete listing of allthe great places to satisfyyour hunger, along withtheir locations and telephonenumbers, visit our websiteat www.visitfairfieldcounty.

org. The restaurants listedhere are all locally-ownedor managed, and many offerunique menu items that localresidents have made theirfavorites.

LancasterFine DiningShaws Restaurant & Inn,

(740) 654-1842 or (800) 654-2477,123 N. Broad St.

Casual DiningAnnies Main Street Bistro,

(740) 654-3692,

161 W. Main St.

Bibs Eastside Restaurant,(740) 654-1777,

202 N. Cherry St.

Billy Crickets,(740) 653-6310,

1130 N. Memorial Dr.

Castaways Casual Dining,

(740) 654-9197,

1500 N. High St.

China Buffet,

(740) 654-2386,1273 N. Memorial Dr.

Fiesta Mexicana,(740) 687-5412,


Four Reasons Bakery & Deli,

(740) 654-2253,

135 W. Main St.

Glass City Bar-B-Q,

(740) 653-5227,391 Lincoln Ave.

Fairfield County

DiningThis dining listing is a compilation of eateries in

Fairfield County, Ohio. Restaurant timesand menus are subject to change without notice.

Please call the restaurant for details.




Fairfield County

THEOHIO GLASS

MUSEUM& Glass Blowing

Studio

124 West Main StreetLancaster, Ohio 43130

740-687-0101Open

MarchOctoberTues.Sun.: 14 p.m.

NovemberFebruary

Tues.Sat.: 14 p.m.

Admission$6.00 Adults,

$5.00 Sr. Citizens,$3.00 Students

www.ohioglassmuseum.org

LancastercontinuedLancaster Grill,

(740) 654-8237,512 E. Main St.

Roots Restaurant,(740) 653-8944,


Tammi Jos Steak, Ribs & Pasta,

(740) 687-6344,1147 N. Memorial Dr.

The Original Tiberios,(740) 654-2317,

2610 N. Columbus St.

Todds Mountain View Restaurant,(740) 653-5973,

540 W. Fair Ave.

Traders Cafe,(740) 653-5255,

416 N. Columbus St.

The Olde Cottage,(740) 653-2466,

157 W. Main St.

Pizza

Fat Cats Pizza, (three locations)(740) 687-5977,323 Washington Ave.

(740) 652-9270,

1415 Sheridan Dr.

(740) 652-1111

1448 Ety Pointe Dr.

Pizza Crossing,(740) 681-9889,

1407 Tiki Lane

PickeringtonCasual DiningDon Patrons,(614) 751-6467,

1282 Hill Rd. N.

Green Leaf Grill,(614) 834-3337,

797 Hill Rd. N.

La Fogata Mexican Grill,

(614) 864-9154,1849 Winderly Lane


RESTAURANT INN

&EXPERIENCE SHAWS

Casual Elegance, fine cuisine,award-winning wines andromantic guest rooms. Alllocated on a tree-shaded squarein historic Lancaster, Ohio

Information & Reservations 800.654.2477 or 740.654.1842

123 North Broad St., Lancaster, OH

www.shawsinn.com

Wine SpectatorAward of Excellence


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Proudly Serving Lancaster and Fairfield Countyfor Over 60 Years!

2010 Fairfield County Travel Planner

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