May 25 - 27 Friday-Sunday

Oak Hill Festival of Flags Established to promote patriotism and respect for the U.S. flag. Over 2,000 flags are displayed throughout the village. Free continuous entertainment.

September 4 - 8 Tuesday-Saturday (2012)

The Wellston Coal Festival is held on the downtown streets to celebrate Wellston’s rich coal mining heritage. We offer a Karaoke Contest, Coal Miner Olympics, a Wednesday parade and a Saturday Grand Parade, Baby and Toddler Contests, Car and Motorcycle Show, Pet Show, Line Dancing, and Free entertainment nightly. Rides, games, great food and down home hospitality.

September 18 - 22 Tuesday-Saturday

Apple Festival Bags of Apples, Jugs of Cider and Apple Butter made on the midway set the scene. The Festival starts at noon on Tuesday. Featured are homemade apple butter, apple pies, and candy apples. Three parades, two on Wed. at 1:00 and 7:45p.m. and Sat. at 7:45p.m. It's a street fair with rides, displays, games, contests, food and free entertainment. Items of interest: car show, quilt show, band competition, sporting events and crafts show. Info: Apple Festival, P.O. Box 8, Jackson, and OH 45640-0008. (740) 286-1339. www.jacksonapplefestival.com

Community events in Pike County

What’s New at the Pike Soil & Water Conservation District?

Click here to take part in the Pike Soil And Water seedling sale and also about new photo contest

The District is selling Magic T-Shirts as a Fund Raiser. What is so special about "Magic-T-Shirts’? The printed t-shirt will go from black & white to a display of colors when worn in the sun. Ultraviolet rays activate the colors. Adults and youth will enjoy the "Magic "of the shirts. If you are looking for the item that no one else has locally-this is it. All ages will be delighted watching the colors come alive. "Magic" shirts are great for the hard to please; and everyone wants to put a little "Magic" in their clothes. Anyone should light up receiving this very special gift as a birthday gift or special surprise. Cost of these t -shirts is $15.00 and sweatshirts are $22.00.

February

Kiwanis will be selling tickets for a Valentines Basket Contact Jo at the First National Bank (740) 947-2136.

Rotary Rose Sale

The Pike County Rotary Club's annual Rose Sale is currently underway. Roses are $22 per dozen and will be delivered March 14. To order, call Ron Cook at (740) 289-7233, Judy Dixon at (740) 947-7151, Pat Nichols at (740) 947-2118, Sharon Manson at (740) 947-9650, or Amy Clemmons at (740) 289-2394. Funds raised from this event supports Rotary scholarships that are awarded each year to two Pike County high school seniors attending college in the fall.

February 16 Thursday

Management Leadership Series Webcast

TechSolve, a business-building consulting firm from Cincinnati, will present a free Management Leadership Series event featuring speaker Andrew Savitz via webcast at the OSU South Centers on February 16 from 8:30 to 11 a.m. The seminar, geared towards manufacturers but open to all, will discuss how to create a blueprint for a sustainable, profitable future in today's daunting era of environmental and social pressures. Savitz is a creative business leader, advisor, author and speaker with over 20 years of hands-on experience assisting corporations to become leaders in sustainability and environmental performance and reporting. Savitz will chronicle both the real problems that companies face and the innovative solutions that can come from sustainability. The OSU South Centers is located at 1864 Shyville Rd., Piketon. Visit www.techsolve.org for more information.

February 22 Wednesday

Microsoft Excel 2007 Level 2 Training Workshop

The Business Development Program of the Community Action Committee of Pike County, The Pike County Career Technology Center, and the OSU Small Business Development Center are offering a one-day Microsoft Excel 2007 Level 2 Training Workshop on Wednesday, February 22from 8:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. at the OSU Endeavor Center in Piketon. This workshop teaches participants how to use Microsoft Office Excel 2007 to streamline and enhance spreadsheets with templates, charts, graphics, and formulas. The deadline for registrations is Wednesday February 15. For more information and to obtain a registration form, please call (740) 289-2371 or toll free at 1-866-820-1185. Seats are limited.

February 23 Thursday

Can Dogs Fly?

Pike Pet Pals present the heartwarming tales of Laurel, a deaf dog picked up as a stray; Lancelot, who was the victim of a hit and run; and Bernie, a dog with a serious fracture of his upper leg. The event will take place February 23 at 7:30 p.m. at the Glenn Activity Center in Bristol Village. Every story has a happy ending! The mission of Pike Pet Pals includes promoting adoption of homeless dogs held at the Pike County dog pound. Often the best choice is to enlist the aid of Rescues in other areas. Most dogs reach their destination in one of our vans, some go on commercial transports, and a fortunate few fly, thanks to Pilots N Paws. Please attend an evening of dog tales the whole family can enjoy, and stay to meet the volunteers that make this work possible.

Community Garden Plots Available

Need gardening space? Come to the The Pike Gardeners Unlimited Kick-Off Celebration/Registration at The Garnet A. Wilson Public Library, 207 N. Market Street, Waverly, Ohio on Thursday, February 23rd from 3:30-4:30 and from 6:30-7:30.

Come and claim a 10' x 20' garden plot.
For more information, contact Karen Henderson, Project Manager, at 740-258-0625 or kbhenderson1806@msn.com.

March 1 Thrusday

Ohio State University specialists will teach a hands-on pruning workshop for blackberries, blueberries and wine grapes from 10 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. at the OSU South Centers, 1864 County Road 58, Piketon.

Participants will learn the best practices and techniques to prune blackberries, blueberries and wine grapes. They should dress appropriately, as the majority of the workshop will be conducted in the fields.

The cost is $15 and includes lunch.

To register, download a registration form at south centers.osu.edu/horticulture/ pdf-documents/2012-pdfs/ pruningworkshopbrochure 2012.pdf or call Julie Moose at (740) 289-2071, ext. 223, to pay by credit card. For more information, email Moose at moose.14@osu.edu. Let her know any special accommodations or dietary restrictions for lunch.

March 3 Saturday

Pike County Rotary Spaghetti Dinner At the Waverly High School Cafeteria. Call Ron Cook at 740-289-7230 for ticket information. Chinese Auction will be held after the dinner.

March 13 Tuesday

ATTRACTING BIRDS TO YOUR BACKYARD WITH TIPS & SUGGESTIONS: DARLENE SILLICK speaker Pike County Government Center, Registration at 5:30 p.m. Program at 6:00 p.m. This is a free workshop. Registration is requested. For more information or to register, please call the Pike Sol & Water Conservation District at 740-947-5353 or 740-947 2026. Refreshments provided by USEC. Door prizes at end of the meeting.

March 31 Saturday

Easter Bunny Breakfast 9:00am-11:00am at Pleasant Hill Manor 7143 US 23 Piketon, OH. Pancakes and Sausage Breakfast. Pictures with the Easter Bunny, Coloring Contest, Easter Basket Raffle and Bake Sale. All Proceeds to Benefit Relay For Life.

April 13-15 Friday-Sunday

Southern Ohio Trade Show Hosted by the Pike County Chamber; held at the Pike County YMCA. Call the Chamber of Commerce for information. 740-947-7715

April 27 - 29 Friday-Sunday

Pike County Dogwood Festival This event is held on the streets of Piketon, Ohio and features exhibits highlighting old-fashioned arts and crafts, quilt show, antique car show, bike show, cyclist Dogwood Tour, chain saw contests, fiddle and banjo contests, horseshoe contests, band concerts and lots of good old-fashioned food! Hotels in the area include Comfort Inn in Piketon- 740-289-3000 and Ameristay in Waverly- 740-941-4678. For more information contact Teresa Parmeter 740-222-0389;

July 27-Aug 4

Pike County Fair

November 16 - 18 Friday-Sunday

Jingle Bell Weekend Local Variety Show and Spaghetti dinner on Friday, Nov. 19th, Saturday, Nov. 20th enjoy a 5K run, craft show, Christmas Open House throughout Waverly and Piketon areas. Visit our quilt show and Pike Heritage Museum, chili cook off, wine tasting and art exhibit at the historic Emmitt House. See the scaled down replica of ARC canal boat along the Ohio and Erie Canal Historic Trail. Children can enjoy storytelling time and kids activities. Santa arrives during the Queens’ luncheon. Luminaries line the parade route and if you like a unique experience, stay for our Lantern tours. Sunday, Nov. 21nd, tour homes and visit the tea event at the United Methodist Church. Our festival is sponsored by the First National Bank, co-sponsored by the Waverly Lions Club and helps the Pike Co. Food Pantry. Info: Sharon Manson, Pike Co. CVB, PO Box 134, Waverly, OH 45690 at 740-947-9650 or fax 740-947-7715. Email: Piketravel@yahoo.com. or website: www.piketravel.com.

Community Events in Ross County, Ohio

February 16 Thursday

US General Services Administration Workshop

The Southern Ohio Procurement Outreach Center will present a free GSA workshop on February 16 from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Ohio University – Chillicothe Shoemaker Center, Room 215, located at 101 University Drive, Chillicothe. Have questions about the GSA? Is the GSA schedule the best fit for your company? Want to know what you need in order to get a GSA schedule? Need help with the process? Learn the basics of the GSA schedule. This will be an informative session with an experienced professional, George Kay of Kay and Associates. Take the time to learn something new. Register or simply stop by. To register online, visit http://sopoc.ecenterdirect.com.

May 25 - 27 Friday-Sunday

Feast of the Flowering Moon At this three day family oriented festival you can enjoy a mountain men encampment, a Native American Pow Wow including Native American music and dancing, all FREE.

October 19 - 21 Friday-Sunday

The Fall Festival of Leaves is an October celebration of the beauty of season and region. Festivities include arts, crafts, entertainment, flea markets, midways, parades, pedal tractor pull, and an opportunity to drive the four self-guided scenic tours (maps available @ www.fallfestivalofleaves.com or send self-addressed stamped envelope to P.O. Box 571, Bainbridge, OH 45612). Welcome to "Leaf Country, U.S.A.!" Senior Citizen’s Day, Friday, October 19; buses welcome. Parade Sunday, October 21 at 2:30 p.m. Located on U.S. Route 50 in south central Ohio between Hillsboro and Chillicothe. Info: 740 634-3173, 740 634-2085 or 740 634-2997. 3rd Annual FFL 5K Run/Walk, Saturday, October 20. Registration Main & Maple 7 a.m. Race starts 8 a.m. Also Saturday, Paint Valley Antique Machinery Club - antique tractors, etc. Registration 9 a.m. - Maple & Third Streets and Antique, Classic, Street Rod & Truck Show. Log sawing contest 3 p.m.

Community Events in Scioto County Ohio

February

Ohio River Valley Chapter American Red Cross Blood Drives

Wednesday, February 22 – Clay High School, location at Lute Supply, 3920 US 23, Portsmouth, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Call (740) 353-1447 to schedule an appointment.

Thursday, February 23 – Valley High School, 1821 State Rte 728, Lucasville, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Call (740) 259-5551 to schedule an appointment.

Monday, February 27 – Portsmouth West High School, 15332 US 52, West Portsmouth, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Call 858-1103 to schedule an appointment.

American Red Cross Ohio River Valley Chapter Health and Safety Courses

Friday, February 24 – Class Offering ID # 01256669 – Adult CPR/AED – 9 a.m. to 12 noon, $70. Please register for this class by Monday, February 20.
Saturday, March 3 – Class Offering ID # 01256652 – Adult First Aid/CPR/AED – 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., $90. Please register for this class by Tuesday, February 28.
- Saturday, March 10 – CPR for the Professional Rescuer/Health Care Provider, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., $110. Please register for this class by Tuesday, March 6.
- Friday, March 30 – First Aid and Adult CPR/AED, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., $90. Please register for this class by Monday, March 26.
- Saturday, March 31 – Babysitter’s Training, ages 11 to 15, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., $85. Please register for this class by Tuesday, March 27.
- Friday, April 13 – First Aid and Adult CPR/AED, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., $90. Please register for this class by Monday, April 9.
- Saturday, April 21 - CPR for the Professional Rescuer/Health Care Provider, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., $110. Please register for this class by Tuesday, April 17.
- Saturday, April 28 – Adult/Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., $110. Please register by Tuesday, April 24.

Register for classes by calling 1-800-733-2767 to pay by credit card, or you may register at the ORVC in person at 1801 Robinson Avenue, Portsmouth, to pay cash or check. To cancel a registration, you MUST call the toll free number in order to receive reimbursement. Classes may cancel for low enrollment. ORVC office hours are M-F, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

August 6-11

Scioto County Fair

August 29 - September 3 Wednesday-Monday

Portsmouth River Days is held each year beginning the Thursday before Labor Day. The festival opens on Thursday and runs through Labor Day Monday. River Days is held on the riverfront and in the adjacent historic Boneyfiddle district of Portsmouth, Ohio. There is free nightly entertainment on the riverfront stage, arts and crafts, mid-way rides and more. Late model racing Friday and Saturday nights at Portsmouth Raceway Park. The Grand Parade begins at 11:00a.m. on Saturday morning with the Queens Pageant at the Vern Riffe Center at Shawnee State University at 6:00p.m. Saturday night. The festival ends on Sunday night with our Fireworks Extravaganza at 10:00p.m and the annual Antique and Collector Car Show on Monday from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. Contacts: Entertainment & General info – Teresa Bratton 740-357-5059; Concessions – Julia McGraw 740-858-5143; Arts & Crafts – ; Maddie Rutman 740-250-8731; Queens – Trish Dingus 740-464-4291; Parade – Kim Bauer 740-353-1116. Website: www.portsmouthriverdays.org.

Community events in Vinton County

Wild Turkey Festival

McArthur, Ohio. May 3 - 6, 2012

Watch the downtown streets of McArthur come alive with food, music and fun for the whole family.

Moonshine Festival

New Straitsville, Ohio. May 24 - 28, 2012

Located in the rolling hills of Southeastern Ohio, the festival features a variety of events including a working Moonshine Still Display.

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