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Contents<br />

6Po<strong>in</strong>ts of Interest<br />

14 Major Events & Festivals<br />

Shopp<strong>in</strong>g <strong>Pickaway</strong> <strong>County</strong><br />

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22<br />

23<br />

24<br />

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Farm Markets & W<strong>in</strong>eries<br />

<strong>Historical</strong> <strong>Markers</strong> <strong>in</strong> <strong>Pickaway</strong> <strong>County</strong><br />

A <strong>Guide</strong> <strong>for</strong> Gett<strong>in</strong>g Around<br />

History of <strong>Pickaway</strong> <strong>County</strong><br />

Recreational & Outdoor Activities<br />

D<strong>in</strong><strong>in</strong>g Options <strong>in</strong> <strong>Pickaway</strong> <strong>County</strong><br />

Area Lodg<strong>in</strong>g<br />

<strong>County</strong> Services & Organizations<br />

Calendar of Events<br />

Index of Advertisers<br />

For further <strong>in</strong><strong>for</strong>mation, contact the<br />

<strong>Pickaway</strong> <strong>County</strong> Visitors Bureau<br />

325 W. Ma<strong>in</strong> Street • Circleville, OH 43113<br />

Telephone: 740.474.3636 •Toll-Free: 888.770.PICK (7425)<br />

www.pickaway.com<br />

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<strong>Pickaway</strong> <strong>County</strong> Visitors <strong>Guide</strong> <strong>in</strong> its family of publications.<br />

©2008 Published by <strong>Avanti</strong> <strong>Group</strong><br />

8530 N . Canton Center Road, Canton, MI 48187-1301<br />

800.239.5042 • www.publish<strong>in</strong>gbyavanti.com<br />

For more <strong>in</strong><strong>for</strong>mation, call 888.770.PICK (7425) •


Thank you <strong>for</strong> your <strong>in</strong>terest <strong>in</strong> <strong>Pickaway</strong> <strong>County</strong>.<br />

Our region offers unique and <strong>in</strong>terest<strong>in</strong>g attractions<br />

and is the home of the world famous “Circleville<br />

Pumpk<strong>in</strong> Show” <strong>in</strong> mid-October.<br />

Here you will f<strong>in</strong>d outstand<strong>in</strong>g resort facilities,<br />

beautiful golf courses, a variety of f<strong>in</strong>e d<strong>in</strong><strong>in</strong>g<br />

choices and an array of <strong>in</strong>dependently owned retail<br />

establishments offer<strong>in</strong>g personal service and oneof-a-k<strong>in</strong>d,<br />

high-quality merchandise.<br />

There are wonderful recreational facilities <strong>in</strong> our<br />

county that feature walk<strong>in</strong>g trails, hunt<strong>in</strong>g, fish<strong>in</strong>g<br />

and boat<strong>in</strong>g opportunities. While hik<strong>in</strong>g our various<br />

nature trails, you will enjoy view<strong>in</strong>g birds and other<br />

wildlife.<br />

Plan to visit one or more of our f<strong>in</strong>e museums<br />

and historic sights that are located <strong>in</strong> our region.<br />

<strong>Pickaway</strong> <strong>County</strong> also has a rich agricultural<br />

heritage and throughout the county you will f<strong>in</strong>d<br />

farm markets sell<strong>in</strong>g fresh produce.<br />

<strong>Pickaway</strong> <strong>County</strong> hosts a variety of festivals and<br />

special events every year. A number of new exhibits<br />

and activities will take place beg<strong>in</strong>n<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong> 2009<br />

to celebrate <strong>Pickaway</strong> <strong>County</strong> and Circleville’s<br />

bicentennial <strong>in</strong> 2010.<br />

We trust you will f<strong>in</strong>d this visitor guide useful when<br />

plann<strong>in</strong>g your trip. A more complete list<strong>in</strong>g of our<br />

attractions and places to visit can be found on our<br />

website at www.pickaway.com or by call<strong>in</strong>g us at<br />

888-770-PICK (7245).<br />

We look <strong>for</strong>ward to your visit and<br />

know that you will discover why we<br />

are “The Pick of Ohio!”<br />

About the cover: Geese at Hargus Lake, Pumpk<strong>in</strong> Pyramid at<br />

Circleville Pumpk<strong>in</strong> Show and <strong>Pickaway</strong> <strong>County</strong> Courthouse.<br />

For more <strong>in</strong><strong>for</strong>mation, call 888.770.PICK (7425) •


Po<strong>in</strong>ts of Interest<br />

Ted Lewis Museum & Theater 65<br />

Known as “The Jazz K<strong>in</strong>g” and recognized as<br />

“Circleville’s Most Famous Son,” Ted Lewis is<br />

honored with a museum <strong>in</strong> his hometown. Located<br />

<strong>in</strong> the only rema<strong>in</strong><strong>in</strong>g build<strong>in</strong>g that con<strong>for</strong>med to<br />

the orig<strong>in</strong>al Circle, it houses treasured memorabilia<br />

of Ted’s musical career. There is also a small<br />

theatre <strong>in</strong> which you can view clips of his theatrical<br />

per<strong>for</strong>mances. Enjoy the annual Ted Lewis Music<br />

Festival <strong>in</strong> June.<br />

133 W. Ma<strong>in</strong> St., Circleville • 740.477.3630<br />

See ad on page 9.<br />

Green’s Heritage Village & Museum 13<br />

Tour the amaz<strong>in</strong>g Heritage Village, a<br />

collection of 14 restored historic build<strong>in</strong>gs<br />

that <strong>in</strong>clude a blacksmith shop, a 1799<br />

smokehouse and an orig<strong>in</strong>al railroad depot<br />

once owned by Henry Ford. View an<br />

assortment of antique horse-drawn carriages,<br />

toy tra<strong>in</strong>s, model tractors, antique bikes<br />

and many other items the Green’s have<br />

acquired throughout their lives. Open May-October, 9am-dusk. Plan to<br />

attend the Farm Heritage Days, held the first weekend after Labor Day.<br />

10530 Thrailkill Rd., Orient • 614.877.4254<br />

See ad on page 12.<br />

Ashville Area Heritage Society<br />

Centennial Park 33<br />

Nestled next to the Small Town Museum, this small park was dedicated<br />

dur<strong>in</strong>g Ashville’s Centennial Celebration <strong>in</strong> 1982.<br />

Corner of Long & Wright streets, Ashville • 888.770.7425<br />

Ohio’s Small Town Museum 36<br />

This one-of-a-k<strong>in</strong>d museum has been nationally<br />

recognized on Oprah and <strong>in</strong> the New York<br />

Times. Experience unique displays, from the<br />

world’s smartest rooster to the Ohio-born<br />

munchk<strong>in</strong>. Its most notable features <strong>in</strong>clude<br />

the world’s largest scrapbook and the special<br />

traffic light <strong>in</strong>vented by Ashville’s Teddy Boor.<br />

People from all over the world have discovered the Ashville area.<br />

34 Long St., Ashville • 740.983.9864 • www.ohiosmalltownmuseum.org<br />

See ad below.<br />

Underground Railroad Marker 68<br />

“It is not underground nor a railroad” but a system of locally conducted<br />

safe houses <strong>for</strong> assist<strong>in</strong>g escap<strong>in</strong>g slaves. Several local Underground<br />

Railroad conductors and stations were active from 1835-1860<br />

<strong>in</strong>clud<strong>in</strong>g clergymen William Hanby and Immanuel Buchwalter,<br />

bus<strong>in</strong>essman Phillip Doddridge, Black workman George Stanhope,<br />

Jonathan and George Dreisbach and Col. Samuel Moore.<br />

The Moore House, 304 S. Court St., Circleville<br />

• For more <strong>in</strong><strong>for</strong>mation, visit www.pickaway.com<br />

For more <strong>in</strong><strong>for</strong>mation, call 888.770.PICK (7425) •


Po<strong>in</strong>ts of Interest<br />

Po<strong>in</strong>ts of Interest<br />

ArtsaRound Gallery at Berger 39<br />

Orig<strong>in</strong>al artwork <strong>for</strong> sale to benefit the Berger<br />

Health Foundation featur<strong>in</strong>g different artists<br />

each month.<br />

Berger Hospital Lobby<br />

600 N. <strong>Pickaway</strong> St., Circleville<br />

740.420.8487<br />

See ad on page 47.<br />

<strong>Pickaway</strong> <strong>County</strong> Courthouse 56<br />

Build<strong>in</strong>g of the courthouse, located at the corner<br />

of Court and Frankl<strong>in</strong> streets, was begun <strong>in</strong> the fall of<br />

1845. It was enlarged by the addition of two w<strong>in</strong>gs<br />

<strong>in</strong> 1888 and was remodeled <strong>in</strong> the latter<br />

part of 1889.<br />

207 S. Court St., Circleville<br />

<strong>Pickaway</strong> <strong>County</strong> <strong>Historical</strong><br />

and Genealogical Society 57<br />

Dedicated to preserv<strong>in</strong>g Ohio’s history with<br />

two historic museums that house heritage,<br />

history and artifacts, genealogy and historical<br />

records, photographs, ledgers, diaries,<br />

newspapers and probate archives. Visit the<br />

<strong>Pickaway</strong> <strong>County</strong> <strong>Historical</strong> and Genealogical<br />

Library, the Clarke-May Museum, the Canal<br />

Park and the Mount Oval <strong>Historical</strong> Farm.<br />

210 N. Court St., Circleville • 740.474.9144/740.474.1495<br />

See ad on page 12.<br />

Ohio Christian University 21<br />

This Christian-based educational center is one<br />

of the fastest grow<strong>in</strong>g universities <strong>in</strong> Ohio.<br />

Over five hundred students study <strong>for</strong> associate<br />

or bachelor degrees <strong>in</strong> 20 different programs.<br />

The school was founded <strong>in</strong> 1948 and the<br />

57-acre campus <strong>in</strong>cludes the state-of-the-art<br />

Campus Leadership Center <strong>for</strong> cultural and<br />

athletic events and a new International Adm<strong>in</strong>istration Build<strong>in</strong>g.<br />

1476 Lancaster Pike, Circleville • 877.7.OCU.NOW<br />

www.ohiochristian.edu<br />

See ad on <strong>in</strong>side front cover.<br />

Roundtown Players<br />

Community Theatre 62<br />

Enjoy a variety of plays throughout the year <strong>in</strong> the<br />

historic Memorial Hall build<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong> downtown Circleville.<br />

165 E. Ma<strong>in</strong> St., Circleville • 740.474.5856<br />

www.roundtownplayers.com<br />

• For more <strong>in</strong><strong>for</strong>mation, visit www.pickaway.com<br />

Wittich’s F<strong>in</strong>e Candies &<br />

Ice Cream Soda Founta<strong>in</strong> 69<br />

Established <strong>in</strong> 1840, Wittich’s is one of the<br />

oldest family-owned confectionaries, featur<strong>in</strong>g<br />

their f<strong>in</strong>e homemade chocolates and v<strong>in</strong>tage<br />

soda founta<strong>in</strong> and ice cream parlor. Enjoy an<br />

old-fashioned soda, milkshake or sundae at<br />

the 1946 Bastian-Bless<strong>in</strong>g soda founta<strong>in</strong>.<br />

117 W. High St., Circleville • 740.474.3313<br />

See ad on page 10.<br />

Logan Elm<br />

Memorial Park 18<br />

Chief Logan Marker<br />

It was here under a large elm<br />

tree that <strong>in</strong> 1774, Tah-gah-jute,<br />

the M<strong>in</strong>go chief called Logan<br />

was said to have delivered<br />

his powerful speech on Indianwhite<br />

relations, which was<br />

translated and delivered to<br />

Virg<strong>in</strong>ia Governor Lord Dunmore<br />

at Camp Charlotte.<br />

The speech is <strong>in</strong>scribed on this<br />

monument at the park, worded<br />

as it was related to President<br />

Thomas Jefferson. Once considered to be one of the largest elms<br />

<strong>in</strong> the United States, the 65 foot tall elm died <strong>in</strong> 1964 after be<strong>in</strong>g<br />

stricken with blight and damaged by storms.<br />

Logan Elm State Memorial Park, SR-361, five miles south of Circleville<br />

800.686.1535<br />

For more <strong>in</strong><strong>for</strong>mation, call 888.770.PICK (7425) •


Po<strong>in</strong>ts of Interest<br />

Po<strong>in</strong>ts of Interest<br />

Clarke-May Museum 46<br />

Women <strong>in</strong> history, Indian heritage and the<br />

history and evolution of different professions<br />

are just some of what you’ll f<strong>in</strong>d at this<br />

museum. Also enjoy the hand-t<strong>in</strong>ted lithographs<br />

detail<strong>in</strong>g Ohio birds and their nests.<br />

162 W. Union St., Circleville • 740.474.1495<br />

Canal Park 5<br />

This 2.3 mile long section of the Ohio Erie<br />

Canal has been restored by the <strong>Pickaway</strong><br />

<strong>County</strong> <strong>Historical</strong> and Genealogical Society<br />

as a historical, educational and recreational<br />

park. Canal Park offers a shelter house and a<br />

towpath trail along sections of the canal.<br />

Canal Road just west of Circleville off US-22<br />

740.474.1495<br />

Slate Run Liv<strong>in</strong>g <strong>Historical</strong> Farm 27<br />

This historic farm depicts life as it was <strong>in</strong> the<br />

1880s. Get a hands-on experience with farm<br />

chores and family life on this pre-electricity,<br />

pre-gasol<strong>in</strong>e Ohio farm.<br />

1375 SR-674 N., Canal W<strong>in</strong>chester<br />

614.833.1880<br />

The Castle Inn Bed & Breakfast 43<br />

Completed <strong>in</strong> 1899 by Samuel Ruggles,<br />

the Castle Inn was a wedd<strong>in</strong>g gift <strong>for</strong> his<br />

new bride. A tour will show architecture<br />

that is rem<strong>in</strong>iscent of the castles <strong>in</strong> England<br />

from which many of the orig<strong>in</strong>al antiques<br />

were acquired. The home was designed by<br />

local architect Charles Stribl<strong>in</strong>g. Tours by<br />

appo<strong>in</strong>tment only.<br />

610 S. Court St., Circleville • 740.477.3986<br />

Stage’s Pond State Nature Preserve 29<br />

This glacial kettle lake is a waterfowl refuge<br />

and prime observation area <strong>for</strong> bird life. As<br />

the glacier receded from this part of <strong>Pickaway</strong><br />

<strong>County</strong>, an immense chunk of ice broke free<br />

and rema<strong>in</strong>ed beh<strong>in</strong>d to be covered with<br />

accumulat<strong>in</strong>g sands, gravels and other glacial<br />

debris wash<strong>in</strong>g off the melt<strong>in</strong>g glacier. Today<br />

some 30 acres of this 64-acre depression lie under water surrounded by<br />

marshy low areas. The rest of the 178-acre land is comprised of field and<br />

woodland areas with walk<strong>in</strong>g paths to explore the habitat.<br />

4792 Hagerty Rd., Ashville • 614.265.6453<br />

100th Anniversary<br />

Pumpk<strong>in</strong> Show Mural 53<br />

Located <strong>in</strong> the heart of the historic downtown Circleville<br />

bus<strong>in</strong>ess district, this outstand<strong>in</strong>g three-dimensional<br />

mural was created by <strong>in</strong>ternationally acclaimed muralist<br />

Eric Henn. It was commissioned <strong>in</strong> 2006 to honor the<br />

100-year anniversary of the Circleville Pumpk<strong>in</strong> Show.<br />

10 • For more <strong>in</strong><strong>for</strong>mation, visit www.pickaway.com<br />

For more <strong>in</strong><strong>for</strong>mation, call 888.770.PICK (7425) •11


Po<strong>in</strong>ts of Interest<br />

Po<strong>in</strong>ts of Interest<br />

The Soldiers Monumental Museum 62<br />

The area’s Civil War, WWI, WWII, Korean<br />

War and Vietnam war veterans are honored<br />

at this museum, which <strong>in</strong>cludes a fasc<strong>in</strong>at<strong>in</strong>g<br />

display of memorabilia. By appo<strong>in</strong>tment only.<br />

Memorial Hall, 165 E. Ma<strong>in</strong> St., Circleville<br />

888.770.7425<br />

Forest Cemetery 47<br />

Established <strong>in</strong> 1852 <strong>in</strong> the “<strong>for</strong>est” north<br />

of Circleville, this scenic cemetery offers<br />

numerous walk<strong>in</strong>g trails, which mark the f<strong>in</strong>al<br />

rest<strong>in</strong>g place <strong>for</strong> decorated veterans and<br />

<strong>in</strong>terest<strong>in</strong>g people such as Jazz Legend Ted<br />

Lewis and “Miss Ellen” Dalton, who worked<br />

<strong>in</strong> the White House with Abraham L<strong>in</strong>coln. The Soldier at Parade Rest<br />

monument by the entrance is the likeness of John Groce, a local war hero.<br />

N. Court St., Circleville • 888.770.7425<br />

<strong>Pickaway</strong> <strong>County</strong> <strong>Historical</strong> and<br />

Genealogical Library 57<br />

Features genealogy and historical records, photographs, ledgers, diaries,<br />

newspapers, probate archives.<br />

210 N. Court St., Circleville, 740.474.9144<br />

Calamus Swamp 3<br />

This beautiful, diverse and rare wetland was<br />

dedicated as a Columbus Audubon Preserve<br />

on June 3, 2000. Calamus’ 19-acres<br />

offer a unique glimpse <strong>in</strong>to the glacial past<br />

that shaped Ohio’s landscape. It is home<br />

to several dist<strong>in</strong>ct plant communities and<br />

numerous breed<strong>in</strong>g birds and is an appeal<strong>in</strong>g<br />

rest<strong>in</strong>g spot <strong>for</strong> birds migrat<strong>in</strong>g through the Scioto River corridor.<br />

SR-104 S., 8 mile south of US-22, Circleville • 614.262.0312<br />

Circleville Raceway Park<br />

This state-of-the-art asphalt course is one of<br />

the premiere facilities <strong>in</strong> Ohio and features<br />

professional kart and motorcycle rac<strong>in</strong>g from<br />

April through October. The track has drivethrough<br />

digital scales, magnetic and AMB<br />

tim<strong>in</strong>g loops, board meet<strong>in</strong>g rooms and a<br />

double grid <strong>for</strong> 40 karts.<br />

19413 US-23 N, Circleville • 740.412.4129<br />

www.circlevilleraceway.com<br />

For a complete list<strong>in</strong>g of<br />

<strong>Pickaway</strong> <strong>County</strong><br />

Po<strong>in</strong>ts of<br />

Interest,<br />

call<br />

888.770.7425<br />

or visit<br />

www.pickaway.com.<br />

<strong>Pickaway</strong> <strong>County</strong> Welcome Center 59<br />

When visit<strong>in</strong>g <strong>Pickaway</strong> <strong>County</strong>, your first stop should be the new<br />

<strong>Pickaway</strong> <strong>County</strong> Welcome Center located at 325 W. Ma<strong>in</strong> Street<br />

at the entrance to historic downtown Circleville.<br />

There you will f<strong>in</strong>d maps and brochures <strong>for</strong> many attractions, as<br />

well as unique gifts, displays and presentations that highlight<br />

the region. In addition, the Welcome Center offers work from local<br />

artists, musicians and authors. Free wireless Internet access.<br />

325 W. Ma<strong>in</strong> St, Circleville • 888.770.7425<br />

12 • For more <strong>in</strong><strong>for</strong>mation, visit www.pickaway.com<br />

For more <strong>in</strong><strong>for</strong>mation, call 888.770.PICK (7425) •13


Major Events & Festivals<br />

Commercial Po<strong>in</strong>t Grand Prix of Kart<strong>in</strong>g<br />

Each August, the streets of Commercial Po<strong>in</strong>t are converted <strong>in</strong>to a kart<br />

track as over 150 entrants jo<strong>in</strong> <strong>in</strong> this annual street race. The village<br />

welcomes spectators and racers with concessions and cookouts.<br />

Commercial Po<strong>in</strong>t is the birthplace of Indy Car race driver Sarah Fisher.<br />

Commercial Po<strong>in</strong>t • 614.877.9124 • www.cpgrandprix.com<br />

Ashville Vik<strong>in</strong>g Festival<br />

This annual festival, held <strong>in</strong> April, features food, music and vendors focus<strong>in</strong>g<br />

on life of the 10th century Vik<strong>in</strong>gs. Admission: Canned goods <strong>for</strong> Ashville<br />

Food Pantry.<br />

Ashville Village Park, Ashville • 740.983.9390<br />

www.ashvillevik<strong>in</strong>gfest.com<br />

Ashville Fourth of July Celebration<br />

Celebrate Independence Day at one<br />

of Ohio’s oldest and largest community<br />

celebrations with parades, crafts, food and a<br />

large midway. This multiple day event <strong>in</strong>cludes<br />

live music and enterta<strong>in</strong>ment with a fantastic<br />

fireworks display at 10pm on July 4. Free<br />

admission.<br />

Ashville • 740.983.9449<br />

Circleville-<strong>Pickaway</strong> Visitors Pavilion<br />

Located <strong>in</strong>side the Circleville Pumpk<strong>in</strong> Show<br />

(see below), this facility features exhibits from<br />

travel, tourism and community organizations,<br />

as well as a variety of live enterta<strong>in</strong>ment and<br />

presentations.<br />

East Frankl<strong>in</strong> Street, Downtown Circleville<br />

888.770.7425<br />

Circleville Pumpk<strong>in</strong> Show<br />

The Circleville Pumpk<strong>in</strong> Show is the oldest<br />

and largest festival <strong>in</strong> Ohio. Held annually<br />

on the third Wednesday through Saturday<br />

of October, enjoy four jam-packed days of<br />

events <strong>in</strong>clud<strong>in</strong>g seven parades, pumpk<strong>in</strong><br />

foods, live music, carnival rides, crafts, contests<br />

and much more.<br />

Downtown Circleville • 740.474.7000 • www.pumpk<strong>in</strong>show.com<br />

See our ad page 46.<br />

Commercial Po<strong>in</strong>t Homecom<strong>in</strong>g Festival<br />

This early June festival is famous <strong>for</strong> ocean<br />

perch sandwiches and features a midway<br />

packed with rides, games, great food, free<br />

enterta<strong>in</strong>ment and beauty pageants. Kids can<br />

fish <strong>for</strong> free at the ‘Old Fish<strong>in</strong>’ Hole’. On Friday<br />

and Saturday night enjoy free square danc<strong>in</strong>g<br />

or jo<strong>in</strong> the party <strong>in</strong> the beer garden featur<strong>in</strong>g<br />

live enterta<strong>in</strong>ment. Watch spectacular<br />

fireworks on Friday night and the Grand Parade on Saturday.<br />

Commercial Po<strong>in</strong>t • 740.983.4836<br />

Deercreek Dam Days Festival<br />

Held <strong>in</strong> late May and early June, this event<br />

offers four delightful days of family fun with<br />

parades, arts & crafts, rides and games <strong>for</strong><br />

all ages and lots of good food, all with<br />

moderate prices. Free enterta<strong>in</strong>ment<br />

appear<strong>in</strong>g on stage nightly.<br />

Williamsport • 888.770.7425<br />

Festival of Carols and Messiah<br />

Ohio Christian University hosts its annual<br />

“Festival of Carols and Messiah” <strong>in</strong> the<br />

beautifully decorated Campus Leadership<br />

Center <strong>in</strong> December. Come and be delighted<br />

by the per<strong>for</strong>mance from more than 100<br />

<strong>in</strong>dividuals of the OCU Chorale, community<br />

guests and orchestra.<br />

Ohio Christian University, 1476 Lancaster Pike, Circleville<br />

877.7.OCU.NOW • www.ohiochristian.edu<br />

Gazebo Gather<strong>in</strong>gs<br />

Enjoy a variety of music every Sunday <strong>in</strong><br />

August. Br<strong>in</strong>g a lawn chair and enjoy the<br />

music. Free admission.<br />

Ashville Community Park, Ashville<br />

740.983.4464<br />

14 • For more <strong>in</strong><strong>for</strong>mation, visit www.pickaway.com<br />

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Major Events & Festivals<br />

Major Events & Festivals<br />

Green’s Farm Heritage Days<br />

Held on the weekend after Labor Day, this<br />

festival showcases a unique collection of<br />

antique stagecoaches and farm<strong>in</strong>g equipment.<br />

Enjoy heritage demonstrations, food, tours of<br />

the Heritage Museum and live music.<br />

Green’s Heritage Museum,<br />

10530 Thrailkill Rd., Orient<br />

888.770.7425/614.877.4254<br />

<strong>Pickaway</strong> Home and Garden Show<br />

Held <strong>in</strong> March, this three-day event features<br />

demonstrations and tips on home improvement<br />

and garden<strong>in</strong>g. Free admission.<br />

<strong>Pickaway</strong> <strong>County</strong> Fairgrounds, 415 Lancaster<br />

Pike (US-22 East), Circleville<br />

888.770.7425<br />

<strong>Pickaway</strong> <strong>County</strong> Fair<br />

Start<strong>in</strong>g the last full week of June, the <strong>Pickaway</strong><br />

<strong>County</strong> Fair is a great time <strong>for</strong> the entire family!<br />

Enjoy a variety of grandstand events <strong>in</strong>clud<strong>in</strong>g<br />

a demolition derby, truck and tractor pulls,<br />

motocross and harness rac<strong>in</strong>g. Spend all day<br />

on the amusement rides, look<strong>in</strong>g at a variety<br />

of displays and watch<strong>in</strong>g 4-H and FFA youth<br />

show off their hard work.<br />

<strong>Pickaway</strong> <strong>County</strong> Fairgrounds, 415 Lancaster Pike (US-22 East), Circleville<br />

740.474.2085 • www.pickawaycountyfair.org<br />

See our ad page 45.<br />

<strong>Pickaway</strong> Heritage & Antique Tractor Festival<br />

Held the third Saturday <strong>in</strong> July, this unique<br />

festival features heritage demonstrations,<br />

antique tractors, live traditional music, food,<br />

storytell<strong>in</strong>g, vendors and a spectacular tractor<br />

parade through downtown Circleville.<br />

<strong>Pickaway</strong> <strong>County</strong> Fairgrounds<br />

415 Lancaster Pike (US-22 East), Circleville<br />

888.770.7425<br />

For a complete list<strong>in</strong>g of Events & Festivals<br />

<strong>in</strong> <strong>Pickaway</strong> <strong>County</strong>, call 888.770.7425<br />

or visit www.pickaway.com.<br />

Slate Run Fall Festival<br />

Held the last weekend of October, this family<br />

event features hayrides, pumpk<strong>in</strong> carv<strong>in</strong>gs and<br />

other fun fall activities.<br />

Slate Run Metro Park, 1375 SR-674 N.<br />

Canal W<strong>in</strong>chester<br />

614.837.1680 • www.metroparks.net<br />

Slate Run W<strong>in</strong>ter Hike<br />

and Maple Syrup<strong>in</strong>g<br />

Walk through the woods, fields and historical farm<br />

on a self-guided 2- or 4.5-mile hike held each<br />

February. Volunteers will highlight animals and<br />

nature along the trails.<br />

Slate Run Metro Park, 1375 SR-674 N.<br />

Canal W<strong>in</strong>chester • 614.891.0700<br />

www.metroparks.net<br />

Spr<strong>in</strong>g Canal Walk<br />

Walkers can hike one, two or five miles and learn about the various plant<br />

and wildlife that <strong>in</strong>habit the waters of the Ohio-Erie Canal, held <strong>in</strong> May.<br />

View the renovations that have improved the canal s<strong>in</strong>ce 1999. Free<br />

admission.<br />

Canal Park, Canal Rd., Circleville • 888.770.7425<br />

www.pickawaycountyparks.org<br />

Ted Lewis Music Festival<br />

Held on the third Saturday <strong>in</strong> June, this festival<br />

honors Circleville’s favorite son, jazz legend<br />

Ted Lewis. The outdoor stage features live<br />

jazz; food, movies and special events at the<br />

Ted Lewis Museum. Free admission.<br />

Downtown Circleville • 888.770.7425<br />

Third Thursday Event Series<br />

This popular series is held on the 3rd<br />

Thursdays of June, July, August, and<br />

September <strong>in</strong> downtown Circleville and<br />

feature delicious food, live music and a variety<br />

of brews and beverages. The events are the<br />

<strong>Pickaway</strong> Picnic, Blues, Brews & BBQ, A<br />

Taste of <strong>Pickaway</strong> and the <strong>Pickaway</strong> Pizza<br />

Challenge.Nom<strong>in</strong>al entry fee to benefit local<br />

charities and non-profit organizations.<br />

Downtown Circleville • 888.770.7425<br />

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Shopp<strong>in</strong>g <strong>Pickaway</strong> <strong>County</strong><br />

Cami’s Corner 42<br />

Enjoy quality home decor <strong>in</strong>clud<strong>in</strong>g candles, tart warmers, florals, primitives<br />

and handmade Italian jewelry. Large stock of scrapbook<strong>in</strong>g papers, stickers<br />

and embellishments. Locally made crafts. Open Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm.<br />

400 N. Court St., Circleville • 740.477.1200 • www.camiscorner.net<br />

See ad on page 21.<br />

Wittich’s Candies 69<br />

Old-fashioned candy shop and soda founta<strong>in</strong>. Oldest family-owned candy<br />

shop <strong>in</strong> U.S. Open daily, year-round. Closed Sunday.<br />

117 W. High St., Circleville • 740.474.3313<br />

See ad on page 10.<br />

Historic Downtown<br />

Circleville<br />

Visit Downtown Circleville where the<br />

historic architecture is complemented by<br />

an array of unique shops and restaurants.<br />

For a calendar of events, visit<br />

www.pickaway.com.<br />

See ad on page 19.<br />

Circleville Plaza 6<br />

This 300,000-square foot community<br />

center, located on US-23 <strong>in</strong> Circleville,<br />

is anchored by Wal-Mart Supercenter.<br />

Other tenants <strong>in</strong>clude a mix of national,<br />

regional and local retailers, service providers<br />

and restaurants.<br />

Christopher’s Boutique of Circleville 44<br />

Come <strong>in</strong> and enjoy our friendly hospitality, f<strong>in</strong>e service and unique<br />

quality cloth<strong>in</strong>g. Also shop the Pandora Jewelry and Brighton Collectibles<br />

boutiques.<br />

121 S. Court St., Circleville • 740.474.7916<br />

www.christophersdonboutique.com<br />

See ad on page 20.<br />

The Hippie Hut Guitars and Th<strong>in</strong>gs 50<br />

The Hippie Hut is a unique store that carries a little bit of everyth<strong>in</strong>g<br />

<strong>in</strong>clud<strong>in</strong>g acoustic and electric guitars, locally-made jewelry and cloth<strong>in</strong>g,<br />

<strong>in</strong>cense and collectibles.<br />

149 W. Ma<strong>in</strong> St., Circleville • 740.474.4367<br />

www.thehippiehutguitarsandth<strong>in</strong>gs.com<br />

See ad on page 21.<br />

Bill’s Bike Shop 40<br />

Sales of Giant and Haro bikes. Service of all makes and models.<br />

124 S. Court St., Circleville • 740.477.6193<br />

See ad on page 21.<br />

<strong>Pickaway</strong> Cross<strong>in</strong>g 24<br />

This 127,000-square foot shopp<strong>in</strong>g<br />

center across from Circleville Plaza<br />

<strong>in</strong>cludes a mix of retail and eat<strong>in</strong>g<br />

establishments.<br />

Village of Ashville<br />

Experience the warmth of this friendly<br />

small town. Visit the hometown shops and<br />

f<strong>in</strong>d unique Ashville giftware, collectibles,<br />

candles, jewelry and much more.<br />

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Shopp<strong>in</strong>g <strong>Pickaway</strong> <strong>County</strong><br />

Shopp<strong>in</strong>g <strong>Pickaway</strong> <strong>County</strong><br />

Precision Jewelers 61<br />

Precision Jewelers specializes <strong>in</strong> cast<strong>in</strong>g, remount<strong>in</strong>g and watch repairs.<br />

Locally owned and operated.<br />

151 W. Ma<strong>in</strong> St., Circleville • 740.420.6309<br />

www.precisionjewelersllc.com<br />

See ad on page 21.<br />

L<strong>in</strong>dsey’s Bakery 51<br />

Enjoy bread, buns, donuts, pies, cakes, cookies and crème horns made<br />

from scratch daily. Established by Gene and Martha L<strong>in</strong>dsey <strong>in</strong> 1950 and<br />

family-owned and operated.<br />

127 W. Ma<strong>in</strong> St., Circleville • 740.474.3871 • www.l<strong>in</strong>dseysbakery.com<br />

See ad on page 21.<br />

For a complete list<strong>in</strong>g of <strong>Pickaway</strong> <strong>County</strong><br />

shopp<strong>in</strong>g,<br />

call 888.770.7425<br />

or visit www.pickaway.com.<br />

Wireless – Premium Retailer<br />

<strong>for</strong> Verizon Wireless 32<br />

A small-town wireless company with nationwide wireless th<strong>in</strong>k<strong>in</strong>g. Open<br />

Mon.-Fri., 9am-8pm, Sat., 10am-8pm, Sun., Noon-5pm.<br />

1428 Circleville Plaza Dr., Circleville, OH 43113<br />

740.420.3785 • www.mybrandnewphone.com<br />

See ad below.<br />

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Rhoads Farm Market & Garden Center 25<br />

A passion <strong>for</strong> plants and the outdoors has evolved <strong>in</strong>to a full service farm<br />

market, garden center, gift and floral shop and much more!<br />

1051 SR-56 E., Circleville • 800.378.8934/740.474.2028<br />

www.rhoadsfarmmarket.com<br />

See ad below.<br />

Slate Run V<strong>in</strong>eyard 28<br />

F<strong>in</strong>e quality handcrafted w<strong>in</strong>es made with 58 different varieties of grapes<br />

produc<strong>in</strong>g an array of exquisite flavors.<br />

1900 W<strong>in</strong>chester-Southern Rd.<br />

Canal W<strong>in</strong>chester<br />

614.834.8577<br />

www.slaterunw<strong>in</strong>e.com<br />

See ad at right.<br />

Calab Atwater Marker 41<br />

Known as the “Father of Ohio’s Common Schools,” Caleb moved to Circleville <strong>in</strong><br />

1814 and organized the city’s first school board.<br />

Corner of Court St. and P<strong>in</strong>ckney St., Circleville<br />

Camp Circleville—90th & 114th Ohio Volunteer Infantry 4<br />

Site where members of the 90th and 114th Ohio Volunteer Infantry were mustered<br />

<strong>in</strong>to service dur<strong>in</strong>g the Civil War <strong>in</strong> 1862.<br />

Corner of K<strong>in</strong>gston Pike and Tarlton Rd., Circleville<br />

Deercreek Frontier Marker 11<br />

A station of Virg<strong>in</strong>ia bounty-land settlers, “Williams Town,” assembled here<br />

around 1797.<br />

Corner of Mill St. (US-22) and Ma<strong>in</strong> St., Williamsport<br />

Grenadier Squaw Village & Cornstalk Town Marker 14<br />

The Grenadier Squaw Village was located on the <strong>Pickaway</strong> Pla<strong>in</strong>s, the primary<br />

Shawnee settlement <strong>in</strong> Ohio. Cornstalk’s Town was located on the north bank of<br />

Scippo Creek, directly north of the marker.<br />

4174 Emerson Rd., Circleville<br />

Chief Logan Marker 18<br />

See description on page 9.<br />

Major General William Sooy Smith Marker 19<br />

Honored <strong>in</strong> April 1862 <strong>for</strong> his gallant and meritorious service at the Battle of Shiloh,<br />

he was <strong>for</strong> a time General Grant’s Chief of Cavalry.<br />

Corner of Harrison St. and Pleasant St., Town Hall, Tarlton<br />

Political Meet<strong>in</strong>g at Second Baptist Church Marker 60<br />

The site of a meet<strong>in</strong>g of 147 African-American men seek<strong>in</strong>g redress from a rul<strong>in</strong>g<br />

that did not accept their votes <strong>in</strong> 1870.<br />

130 W. Mill St., Circleville<br />

Prehistoric Circular Earthworks Marker 54<br />

Circleville derives its name from the circular portion of a large Hopewell-era<br />

earthwork upon which it was built.<br />

151 E. Frankl<strong>in</strong> St., Circleville<br />

Ted Lewis Marker 66<br />

Located <strong>in</strong> Ted Lewis Park, Circleville.<br />

Treaty of Camp Charlotte Marker 30<br />

Virg<strong>in</strong>ia Governor Lord Dunmore headed to the Shawnee villages to negotiate<br />

peace and set up camp at this site. The result<strong>in</strong>g Treaty of Camp Charlotte ended<br />

“Dunmore’s War” and stipulated that the Indians give up rights to land south of the<br />

Ohio River and allow boats to travel on the river undisturbed.<br />

Camp Charlotte Farm, 10104 SR-56 E., Circleville<br />

The Underground Railroad Marker 68<br />

See description on page 7.<br />

Zieger House Marker 70<br />

The Zieger House was the site of the first session of court <strong>in</strong> Circleville<br />

on April 26, 1811.<br />

Corner of Scioto St. & High St., Circleville<br />

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A <strong>Guide</strong> <strong>for</strong> Gett<strong>in</strong>g Around<br />

A <strong>Guide</strong> <strong>for</strong> Gett<strong>in</strong>g Around<br />

<strong>Pickaway</strong> <strong>County</strong><br />

<strong>County</strong> Legend<br />

1...... AW Marion State Park<br />

2...... Braeburn Farm Bed & Breakfast<br />

3...... Calamus Swamp<br />

4...... Camp Circleville Marker<br />

5...... Canal Park<br />

6...... Circleville Plaza Shopp<strong>in</strong>g Center<br />

7...... Com<strong>for</strong>t Inn<br />

8...... Deer Creek Golf Course<br />

9...... Deer Creek Resort and<br />

Conference Center<br />

10.... Deer Creek State Park<br />

11..... Deercreek Frontier Marker<br />

12.... Foxfire Golf Club<br />

13.... Green’s Heritage Museum<br />

14.... Grenadier Squaw Village Marker<br />

15.... Holiday Inn Express<br />

16.... Knights Inn<br />

17.... Lakeside Resort Park<br />

18.... Logan Elm State Memorial Park<br />

19.... Major General William Sooy<br />

Smith Marker<br />

20... Mary Virg<strong>in</strong>ia Crites Hannan Park<br />

21.... Ohio Christian University<br />

22.... <strong>Pickaway</strong> <strong>County</strong> Fairgrounds<br />

23... <strong>Pickaway</strong> <strong>County</strong> Memorial Airport<br />

24... <strong>Pickaway</strong> Cross<strong>in</strong>g<br />

Shopp<strong>in</strong>g Center<br />

25... Rhoads Farm Market &<br />

Garden Center<br />

26... Rickenbacker International<br />

Airport and Intermodal Term<strong>in</strong>al<br />

27... Slate Run Liv<strong>in</strong>g <strong>Historical</strong><br />

Farm and Metro Park<br />

28.... Slate Run V<strong>in</strong>eyard<br />

29... Stage’s Pond State<br />

Nature Preserve<br />

30... Treaty of Camp Charlotte Marker<br />

31.... Upper Lansdowne Golf Course<br />

32.... Verizon Wireless<br />

<strong>Pickaway</strong> <strong>County</strong> Office of Development & Plann<strong>in</strong>g 2008<br />

For a complete list<strong>in</strong>g of <strong>Pickaway</strong> <strong>County</strong><br />

POINTS OF INTEREST,<br />

call 888.770.7425<br />

or visit www.pickaway.com.<br />

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A <strong>Guide</strong> <strong>for</strong> Gett<strong>in</strong>g Around<br />

Downtown Circleville<br />

A <strong>Guide</strong> <strong>for</strong> Gett<strong>in</strong>g Around<br />

Downtown Ashville<br />

Circleville Legend<br />

38... Avis Car Rental<br />

56... <strong>Pickaway</strong> <strong>County</strong> Courthouse<br />

39... Berger Health System<br />

57... <strong>Pickaway</strong> <strong>County</strong> <strong>Historical</strong><br />

40... Bill’s Bike Shop<br />

and Genealogical Library<br />

41.... Caleb Atwater Marker<br />

58.... <strong>Pickaway</strong> <strong>County</strong> Library<br />

42... Cami’s Corner<br />

59.... <strong>Pickaway</strong> <strong>County</strong> Welcome Center<br />

43... Castle Inn Bed and Breakfast<br />

60... Political Meet<strong>in</strong>g at<br />

44... Christopher’s Boutique of Circleville<br />

Second Baptist Church Marker<br />

45... Circleville Post Office<br />

61.... Precision Jewelers<br />

46... Clarke-May Museum<br />

62... Roundtown Players Community Theater<br />

47... Forest Cemetery<br />

62... Soldiers Monumental Museum<br />

48... Gibbys Eatery & Sports Bar<br />

63... Station House Grill<br />

49.... Goodw<strong>in</strong>’s Family Restaurant<br />

64... Subway<br />

50... Hippie Hut Guitars and Th<strong>in</strong>gs<br />

65... Ted Lewis Museum & Theater<br />

51.... L<strong>in</strong>dsey’s Bakery<br />

66... Ted Lewis Park and <strong>Historical</strong> Marker<br />

52... Ma<strong>in</strong> Street Pub<br />

67... Tuscan Table<br />

53.... Mural of Pumpk<strong>in</strong> Show<br />

68... Underground Railroad Marker<br />

54... Prehistoric Circular Earthworks Marker 69... Wittich’s Candies<br />

55.... PICCA<br />

70... Zieger House Marker<br />

<strong>Pickaway</strong> <strong>County</strong> Office of Development & Plann<strong>in</strong>g 2008<br />

Ashville Legend<br />

33... Ashville Area Heritage Society Centennial Park<br />

34... Ashville Community Park<br />

35.... Ashville Post Office<br />

36... Ohio’s Small Town Museum<br />

37... <strong>Pickaway</strong> <strong>County</strong> Library-Younk<strong>in</strong> Branch<br />

For a complete list<strong>in</strong>g of <strong>Pickaway</strong> <strong>County</strong><br />

POINTS OF INTEREST,<br />

call 888.770.7425<br />

or visit www.pickaway.com.<br />

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History of <strong>Pickaway</strong> <strong>County</strong><br />

History of <strong>Pickaway</strong> <strong>County</strong><br />

Rich <strong>in</strong> history, <strong>Pickaway</strong> <strong>County</strong> was the home of the prehistoric Mound<br />

Builders several thousand years be<strong>for</strong>e the arrival of the later Indian tribes<br />

and European settlers.<br />

The first permanent settlers of <strong>Pickaway</strong> <strong>County</strong> arrived <strong>in</strong> late 1796 or<br />

early 1797 and erected cab<strong>in</strong>s along an old Indian trail that ran between<br />

Lancaster and Chillicothe. One of the first permanent settlements was<br />

Newellstown, now known as Tarlton, which was established <strong>in</strong> 1801<br />

along the trail called Zane’s Trace. <strong>Pickaway</strong> <strong>County</strong> was created by an<br />

act of the Ohio Legislature <strong>in</strong> 1810 from three surround<strong>in</strong>g counties and<br />

Circleville was designated the <strong>County</strong> Seat <strong>in</strong> 1811.<br />

History of Towns & Villages<br />

<strong>in</strong> <strong>Pickaway</strong> <strong>County</strong><br />

Ashville<br />

Located n<strong>in</strong>e miles north of Circleville, this qua<strong>in</strong>t<br />

village is located on land once occupied by<br />

the Mound Builders and later by Shawnee<br />

Indians. In the 1830s, a distillery was<br />

started by Richard Stage and by 1874<br />

a railroad was be<strong>in</strong>g built and was<br />

completed the next year. The Village<br />

of Ashville was <strong>in</strong>corporated <strong>in</strong> 1882<br />

and currently has a population of<br />

approximately 3,174.<br />

The nationally acclaimed “Ohio’s Small<br />

Town Museum” is located <strong>in</strong> the historic<br />

downtown bus<strong>in</strong>ess district and honors<br />

Ashville’s heritage. One of the major<br />

attractions <strong>in</strong> the museum is the unique traffic<br />

light, <strong>in</strong>vented by T.A. Boor <strong>in</strong> the 1930s,<br />

which hung at the major downtown <strong>in</strong>tersection.<br />

Ashville also hosts a very large Fourth of July<br />

celebration, established <strong>in</strong> 1929, and cont<strong>in</strong>ues to<br />

attract large crowds.<br />

Circleville<br />

Circleville was unique among early American towns, built to con<strong>for</strong>m to<br />

a circular prehistoric earthworks. When <strong>Pickaway</strong> <strong>County</strong> was <strong>for</strong>med<br />

<strong>in</strong> 1810, the new town was laid out with<strong>in</strong> the ancient Circle on the<br />

high bank east of the Scioto River. Its streets radiated from an octagonal<br />

courthouse <strong>in</strong> the center of the Circle. When the Ohio Erie Canal<br />

reached Circleville, the shape of the town with<strong>in</strong> the Circle proved to be<br />

a h<strong>in</strong>drance and <strong>in</strong> 1838 a group of enterpris<strong>in</strong>g bus<strong>in</strong>essmen began to<br />

“square the Circle.” Over the next 20 years the job was accomplished<br />

and all traces of the ancient earthworks disappeared.<br />

The famous Circleville Pumpk<strong>in</strong> Show recently celebrated its 100-year<br />

anniversary and is considered to be one of the top festivals <strong>in</strong> the United<br />

States. Circleville has always been a diverse community balanced by<br />

manufactur<strong>in</strong>g, commerce and agriculture and the town still reta<strong>in</strong>s its<br />

charm<strong>in</strong>g character.<br />

Commercial Po<strong>in</strong>t<br />

This village was settled <strong>in</strong> 1841 as Genoa. In 1843, the nearby town of<br />

Rome united with Genoa and <strong>in</strong> 1872 became known as Commercial<br />

Po<strong>in</strong>t. The community holds a Homecom<strong>in</strong>g Celebration each year and is<br />

hometown to IndyCar driver Sarah Fisher.<br />

Darbyville<br />

At one time, the Shawnee Indians had several villages and a large burial<br />

ground <strong>in</strong> the vic<strong>in</strong>ity. Darby Creek, which flows along the village, is now<br />

designated as a National and State Scenic River. Both Darby Creek and<br />

Darbyville were named <strong>for</strong> the Shawnee Indian Chief Darby.<br />

New Holland<br />

Located on the <strong>Pickaway</strong>-Fayette <strong>County</strong> l<strong>in</strong>e, the town<br />

was settled <strong>in</strong> 1818 as Flem<strong>in</strong>gsburg. The name was<br />

changed to New Holland and <strong>in</strong>corporated <strong>in</strong><br />

1835. Deer Creek State Park is located nearby.<br />

Orient<br />

The village is located <strong>in</strong> the northwestern<br />

part of <strong>Pickaway</strong> <strong>County</strong>. Green’s<br />

Heritage Museum highlights many of<br />

the historic aspects of the region and<br />

the <strong>Pickaway</strong> Correctional Institution is<br />

located outside the village.<br />

South Bloomfield<br />

Orig<strong>in</strong>ally a stagecoach stop on the<br />

Columbus-Chillicothe l<strong>in</strong>e, the town was<br />

laid out <strong>in</strong> 1804 with the hope that it<br />

might become the county seat; however<br />

the founders’ dreams were never realized.<br />

The small village of Millport was established<br />

near South Bloomfield with the build<strong>in</strong>g of the<br />

Ohio Canal and Lock Number 31 on the canal<br />

can be seen as well as part of the canal and towpath.<br />

Also, the eng<strong>in</strong>e house of an old gristmill is still stand<strong>in</strong>g.<br />

Millport is now with<strong>in</strong> the municipality of South Bloomfield and<br />

the area is experienc<strong>in</strong>g rapid growth.<br />

Tarlton<br />

Probably the first settlement <strong>in</strong> <strong>Pickaway</strong> <strong>County</strong>, Tarlton was settled <strong>in</strong><br />

1801 as Newellstown. It is thought that the community was later named<br />

<strong>for</strong> British Cavalry Commander Sir Banastre Tarleton. Zane’s Trace passed<br />

through Tarlton and was once the pr<strong>in</strong>cipal route from Kentucky to the East.<br />

Cross Mound, a remarkable specimen of an ancient mound, is located<br />

outside Tarlton.<br />

Williamsport<br />

Located n<strong>in</strong>e miles west of Circleville on US-22, the village was settled <strong>in</strong><br />

1818. It was noted <strong>for</strong> many years as a health spa because of<br />

the m<strong>in</strong>eral spr<strong>in</strong>g, which was thought to have medic<strong>in</strong>al value. The<br />

community purchased vacated school grounds <strong>in</strong> the center of town<br />

<strong>for</strong> a community park.<br />

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Recreational & Outdoor Activities<br />

Golf Courses<br />

Foxfire Golf Club 12<br />

Enjoy 36 holes of championship<br />

golf. Golf out<strong>in</strong>gs, leagues,<br />

memberships, stocked pro-shop<br />

and banquet facilities perfect <strong>for</strong><br />

receptions, parties and reunions.<br />

10799 SR-104, Lockbourne<br />

740.983.2801/614.224.3694<br />

www.foxfiregolfclub.com<br />

See ad at right.<br />

Upper Lansdowne Golf Course 31<br />

Enjoy a picturesque 18 hole scenic golf course with beautiful country<br />

views. Featur<strong>in</strong>g lots of character and just enough challenge to keep it<br />

<strong>in</strong>terest<strong>in</strong>g.<br />

17565 W<strong>in</strong>chester Rd., Ashville • 740.983.2989<br />

www.upperlansdowne.com<br />

See ad below.<br />

Deer Creek Golf Course 8<br />

350-acre course offer<strong>in</strong>g long fairways and challeng<strong>in</strong>g greens. Relax<br />

and enjoy the pastoral sett<strong>in</strong>g. Pro-shop and practice facilities open yearround.<br />

20635 Waterloo Rd., Mt. Sterl<strong>in</strong>g • 740.869.3088<br />

www.visitdeercreek.com<br />

See ad on page 4.<br />

Parks<br />

Deer Creek State Park 10<br />

A collage of meadows and woodlands surround the 1,277-acre scenic<br />

reservoir. This resort park features a modern lodge, cottages, campground,<br />

golf course, swimm<strong>in</strong>g beach and boat<strong>in</strong>g <strong>for</strong> outdoor enthusiasts.<br />

22300 State Park Rd. #20, Mt. Sterl<strong>in</strong>g • 877.678.3337<br />

A.W. Marion State Park 1<br />

The quiet waters and roll<strong>in</strong>g woodlands offer visitors a welcome escape<br />

from the rigors of everyday life. This small but unique park features a<br />

variety of recreational activities while ma<strong>in</strong>ta<strong>in</strong><strong>in</strong>g an atmosphere of natural<br />

serenity.<br />

7317 Warner-Huffer Rd., Circleville • 740.869.3124<br />

Slate Run Liv<strong>in</strong>g <strong>Historical</strong> Farm<br />

and Metro Park 27<br />

The historical farm shows early farm life from the 1880s. Enjoy a picnic,<br />

walk<strong>in</strong>g trails, horseback rid<strong>in</strong>g trail, pond, wildlife area and a covered<br />

bridge.<br />

1375 SR-674 N., Canal W<strong>in</strong>chester • 614.833.1880<br />

Ashville Community Park 34<br />

Featur<strong>in</strong>g athletic facilities, playgrounds and shelter houses, this park hosts<br />

many community events throughout the year.<br />

Walnut St., Ashville • 888.770.7425<br />

Ted Lewis Park 66<br />

Donated to the City of Circleville by jazz music legend Ted Lewis, this<br />

park consists of the City Aquatic Center, baseball diamonds, tennis and<br />

basketball courts and a skateboard park.<br />

N. Court Street, Circleville • 888.770.7425<br />

Mary Virg<strong>in</strong>ia Crites Hannan Park 20<br />

This new $3 million project is a 72-acre park featur<strong>in</strong>g the area’s only<br />

“Boundless Playground” which accommodates those with or without<br />

disabilities, a four-season shelter house, wooded/paved hik<strong>in</strong>g/bik<strong>in</strong>g<br />

trails, a dog park and an amphitheatre slated <strong>for</strong> completion <strong>in</strong> 2009.<br />

SR-188 and Pontious Rd., Circleville • 888.770.7425<br />

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D<strong>in</strong><strong>in</strong>g Options <strong>in</strong> <strong>Pickaway</strong> <strong>County</strong><br />

For a complete list<strong>in</strong>g of <strong>Pickaway</strong> <strong>County</strong><br />

D<strong>in</strong><strong>in</strong>g Options,<br />

call 888.770.7425<br />

or visit www.pickaway.com.<br />

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D<strong>in</strong><strong>in</strong>g Options <strong>in</strong> <strong>Pickaway</strong> <strong>County</strong><br />

D<strong>in</strong><strong>in</strong>g Options <strong>in</strong> <strong>Pickaway</strong> <strong>County</strong><br />

Credit Cards Acceppted<br />

Breakfast<br />

Lunch<br />

D<strong>in</strong>ner<br />

Carryout<br />

Enterta<strong>in</strong>ment<br />

Reservations Suggested<br />

Cocktails<br />

Price Range<br />

Credit Cards Acceppted<br />

Breakfast<br />

Lunch<br />

D<strong>in</strong>ner<br />

Carryout<br />

Enterta<strong>in</strong>ment<br />

Reservations Suggested<br />

Cocktails<br />

Price Range<br />

Ashville<br />

Baseball’s Dairy Diamond &<br />

Triple Play Pizza<br />

78 Cromley St., Ashville<br />

740.983.6300/740.983.4487<br />

Circleville<br />

Bamboo House<br />

1234 N. Court St., Circleville<br />

740.474.7333<br />

Berger Health System Bistro 39<br />

600 N. <strong>Pickaway</strong> St., Circleville<br />

740.474.2126 • www.bergerhealth.com<br />

See our ad on page 47.<br />

Boomer’s Pizza<br />

410 S. <strong>Pickaway</strong> St., Circleville<br />

740.474.2200<br />

Cardo’s Pizza & Pasta<br />

402 N. Court, Circleville<br />

740.420.3145<br />

Dragon & Phoenix Buffet<br />

129 W. Ma<strong>in</strong> St., Circleville<br />

740.420.3877<br />

Gibbys Eatery and Sports Bar 48<br />

126 W. Ma<strong>in</strong> St., Circleville<br />

740.477.3471<br />

See our ad on page 33.<br />

Gio’s Pizza & Pub<br />

114 S. Court, Circleville<br />

740.474.6076<br />

Goodw<strong>in</strong>’s Family Restaurant 49<br />

214 Lancaster Pike, Circleville<br />

740.474.1238<br />

See our ad on page 32.<br />

Grand Buffet<br />

1450 Circleville Plaza Dr., Circleville<br />

740.477.8882<br />

Griff<strong>in</strong>’s Roundtown Café<br />

234 N. Court St., Circleville<br />

740.474.8666<br />

V/MC/<br />

DS/AE • • • $ to $$<br />

V/MC/<br />

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Average cost <strong>for</strong> one entree:<br />

$ = under $7, $$ = $8-12, $$$ = $13-18, $$$$ = over $18<br />

Credit cards accepted: V - VISA, MC - MasterCard,<br />

DS - Discover, AE - American Express, DC - D<strong>in</strong>er’s Club<br />

Circleville<br />

Hamburger Inn<br />

125 Watt St., Circleville • 740.474.1233<br />

Ma<strong>in</strong> Street Pub 52<br />

207 W. Ma<strong>in</strong> St., Circleville<br />

740.474.9078<br />

See our ad on page 33.<br />

Papa John’s Pizza<br />

1420 Circleville Plaza Dr., Circleville<br />

740.477.3000 • www.papajohns.com<br />

Shifty’s Tavern<br />

122 S. Wash<strong>in</strong>gton St., Circleville<br />

740.420.9835<br />

Station House Grille 63<br />

101 E. Ma<strong>in</strong> St., Circleville<br />

740.477.5916 • www.stationhousegrille.com<br />

See our ad on page 32.<br />

Subway (<strong>in</strong> Wal-mart<br />

Supercenter)<br />

1470 S. Court St., Circleville<br />

740.420.6170<br />

See our ad on page 32.<br />

Expresslane Subway 64<br />

224 Lancaster Pike, Circleville<br />

740.477.3341<br />

See our ad on page 32.<br />

Tuscan Table 67<br />

122 N. Court St., Circleville<br />

740.477.3040 • www.the-tuscantable.com<br />

See our ad on page 33.<br />

Mt. Sterl<strong>in</strong>g<br />

Rafter’s Restaurant at<br />

Deer Creek Resort 9<br />

22300 State Park Rd. #20, Mt. Sterl<strong>in</strong>g<br />

740.869.2020 • www.visitdeercreek.com<br />

See our ad on page 4.<br />

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AE/DC • • • • • • $ to $$$<br />

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V/MC/DS/<br />

AE/DC • • • • • $ to $$$$<br />

For a complete list<strong>in</strong>g of <strong>Pickaway</strong> <strong>County</strong><br />

D<strong>in</strong><strong>in</strong>g Options,<br />

call 888.770.7425<br />

or visit www.pickaway.com.<br />

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Area Lodg<strong>in</strong>g<br />

Resorts/Hotels/Motels<br />

Deer Creek Resort and Conference Center 9<br />

Enjoy a tranquil atmosphere at the lodge offer<strong>in</strong>g 110 guest rooms—all<br />

with private balconies or patios with views of the park, lake or outdoor<br />

pool. Spacious cab<strong>in</strong>s or historic Hard<strong>in</strong>g cab<strong>in</strong> also available.<br />

22300 State Park Rd. #20, Mt. Sterl<strong>in</strong>g • 740.869.2020<br />

www.visitdeercreek.com<br />

See ad on page 4.<br />

Knights Inn 16<br />

Committed to provid<strong>in</strong>g you with a helpful staff, clean and com<strong>for</strong>table<br />

rooms, and well-ma<strong>in</strong>ta<strong>in</strong>ed accommodations—all at a great price!<br />

23897 US-23 S., Circleville • 800.THE.KNIGHTS/740.474.6006<br />

See ad below.<br />

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites 15<br />

Friendly service, 66 rooms, 16 suites, two Jacuzzi suites, hot breakfast, highspeed<br />

Internet, <strong>in</strong>door pool and meet<strong>in</strong>g room facilities. Located on US-23<br />

South <strong>in</strong> Circleville.<br />

23911 US-23 S., Circleville•749.420.7711<br />

www.ichotelsgroup.com/h/d/ex/1/en/hotel/ciroh<br />

See ad on page 37.<br />

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Area Lodg<strong>in</strong>g<br />

Area Lodg<strong>in</strong>g<br />

Com<strong>for</strong>t Inn 7<br />

Offers exceptional amenities<br />

<strong>in</strong>clud<strong>in</strong>g 59 rooms with six<br />

suites, Jacuzzi rooms, free hot<br />

breakfast, pool and exercise<br />

room.<br />

24517 US-23 S., Circleville<br />

800.228.5150/740.477.6116 • www.choicehotels.com<br />

See ad below.<br />

Bed & Breakfasts<br />

Braeburn Farm Bed and Breakfast 2<br />

1853 brick farmhouse, work<strong>in</strong>g farm, antiques, fireplaces, rock<strong>in</strong>g chairs,<br />

porches, hammocks, woods, pond, meadows, barns, farm animals, wildlife,<br />

large sheltered pavilion and guest cottage.<br />

6768 Zane Trail Rd., Circleville• 740.474.7086<br />

See ad on page 36.<br />

Campgrounds/RV Parks<br />

Lakeside Resort Park 17<br />

Lakeside Resort sits on Hargus Lake <strong>in</strong> <strong>Pickaway</strong> <strong>County</strong>. Offer<strong>in</strong>g 240<br />

sites with water and electric hook-up, groceries, propane, bait, pool, game<br />

room and rec hall. Open Apr.-Oct.<br />

7518 Warner-Huffer Rd., Circleville • 740.477.1909<br />

www.lakesideresortparkoh.com<br />

See ad on page 37.<br />

Lodg<strong>in</strong>g<br />

Braeburn Farm Bed and Breakfast 2<br />

6768 Zane Trail Rd., Circleville • 740.474.7086<br />

See ad on page 36.<br />

The Castle Inn Bed & Breakfast<br />

610 S. Court St., Circleville • 740.477.3986 • www.castle<strong>in</strong>n.net<br />

Com<strong>for</strong>t Inn 7<br />

24517 US 23, Circleville • 740.477.6116 • www.choicehotels.com<br />

See ad on page 38.<br />

Deer Creek Dam Bed & Breakfast<br />

21912 Deer Creek Rd., Mt. Sterl<strong>in</strong>g • 740.994.0500<br />

www.deercreekdam.com<br />

Deer Creek Resort & Conference Center 9<br />

22300 State Park Rd. #20, Mt. Sterl<strong>in</strong>g • 877.678.DEER (3337)<br />

www.visitdeercreek.com<br />

See ad on page 4.<br />

The Guest House<br />

163 W. Frankl<strong>in</strong> St., Circleville • 740.477.5995<br />

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites 15<br />

23911 US-23 S., Circleville • 740.420.7711<br />

www.ichotelsgroup.com<br />

See ad on page 37.<br />

Knights Inn 16<br />

23897 US-23, Circleville • 740.474.6006 • www.knights<strong>in</strong>n.com<br />

See ad on page 36.<br />

Relax Inn<br />

25130 US-23 S., Circleville • 740.474.8884<br />

Camp<strong>in</strong>g<br />

Ash Ridge Cab<strong>in</strong>s<br />

17171 Sam Carr Rd., Laurelville • 740.332.1015<br />

www.ashridgecab<strong>in</strong>s.com<br />

Lakeside Resort Park 17<br />

7518 Warner-Huffer Road, Circleville • 740.477.1909<br />

www.lakesideresortparkoh.com<br />

See ad on page 37.<br />

A.W. Marion State Park Campgrounds<br />

7317 Warner-Huffer Rd., Circleville • 740.869.3124<br />

www.ohiodnr.com<br />

Deer Creek State Park Campgrounds<br />

20635 Waterloo Rd., Mt. Sterl<strong>in</strong>g • 740.869.3508<br />

www.ohiodnr.com<br />

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<strong>County</strong> Services & Organizations<br />

Rental Car<br />

Avis Car Rental 38<br />

Car rentals <strong>for</strong> vacation, bus<strong>in</strong>ess, accident replacement and car repairs.<br />

Insurance direct bill<strong>in</strong>g available. One-way rentals. Free neighborhood<br />

pickup. “We Try Harder”<br />

1023 S. Court St., Circleville • 740.474.3071 • www.avis.com<br />

See ad on page 42.<br />

Library<br />

<strong>Pickaway</strong> <strong>County</strong> District Public Library<br />

Enjoy books, newspapers, movies, DVDs, music and more. Experienced staff.<br />

Free wireless Internet. Copy and fax services available.<br />

Ma<strong>in</strong> Branch 58<br />

1160 N. Court St., Circleville<br />

740.477.1644<br />

Floyd E. Younk<strong>in</strong> Branch 37<br />

51 Long St., Ashville<br />

740.983.8856<br />

www.pickawaylib.org<br />

See ad on page 40.<br />

Medical Services<br />

Berger Health System 39<br />

Offer<strong>in</strong>g excellent emergency health care<br />

services to visitors of <strong>Pickaway</strong> <strong>County</strong>.<br />

600 N. <strong>Pickaway</strong> St., Circleville, OH 43113<br />

740.474.2126 • www.bergerhealth.com<br />

See ad on page 47.<br />

Educational Facility<br />

Ohio Christian University 21<br />

AIM, adult degree programs, convenient, accredited, af<strong>for</strong>dable<br />

degrees <strong>for</strong> busy adults. Classes<br />

offered onsite (one night per week)<br />

and onl<strong>in</strong>e. For more <strong>in</strong><strong>for</strong>mation,<br />

visit www.aim-ocu.<strong>in</strong>fo.<br />

1476 Lancaster Pike, Circleville<br />

877.246.6656<br />

www.ocuonl<strong>in</strong>e.com<br />

See ad on <strong>in</strong>side front cover.<br />

Agriculture<br />

<strong>Pickaway</strong> <strong>County</strong> Fairgrounds 22<br />

Home of the <strong>Pickaway</strong> <strong>County</strong> Fair. Flea<br />

market first weekend of every month. Build<strong>in</strong>g<br />

and grounds rentals. Office open Mon.,<br />

Wed., Fri. 8am-4pm.<br />

415 Lancaster Pike, Circleville<br />

740.474.2085 • www.pickawaycountyfair.org<br />

See ad on page 45.<br />

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<strong>County</strong> Services & Organizations<br />

Transportation<br />

<strong>Pickaway</strong> Area Rural Transit (P.A.R.T) 55<br />

Convenient, low cost general public transportation service. Service hours<br />

Mon.-Fri., 8am-7:30pm.<br />

469 E. Ohio St., Circleville • 740.474.8835/877.810.3500<br />

See ad below.<br />

<strong>Pickaway</strong> <strong>County</strong> Memorial Airport 23<br />

28181 McCrady Rd., south of Circleville just off of US-23 S.<br />

740.474.5145<br />

Rickenbacker International Airport and<br />

Intermodal Term<strong>in</strong>al 26<br />

Located off SR-317 <strong>in</strong> northern <strong>Pickaway</strong> <strong>County</strong> • 614.491.1401<br />

Community Development<br />

<strong>Pickaway</strong> Progress Partnership<br />

<strong>Pickaway</strong> Progress Partnership (P3) is the economic development<br />

agency <strong>for</strong> <strong>Pickaway</strong> <strong>County</strong> and its municipalities. P3 focuses on new<br />

bus<strong>in</strong>ess recruitment and market<strong>in</strong>g, exist<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong>dustry support and product<br />

development.<br />

114 W. Frankl<strong>in</strong> St., Circleville<br />

740.420.6498<br />

www.pickawayprogress.com<br />

See ad on page 41.<br />

All Year<br />

Flea Market<br />

Open 9am-4pm the first weekend<br />

of every month.<br />

<strong>Pickaway</strong> <strong>County</strong> Fairgrounds<br />

415 Lancaster Pike (US-22 East)<br />

Circleville • 740.474.2085<br />

www.pickawaycountyfair.org<br />

February<br />

Slate Run Annual W<strong>in</strong>ter<br />

Hike and Maple Syrup<strong>in</strong>g<br />

Self-guided 2 or 4.5 mile hike<br />

through woods, fields and farms.<br />

Slate Run Metro Park<br />

1375 SR-674 N .,<br />

Canal W<strong>in</strong>chester<br />

614.891.0700<br />

www.metroparks.net<br />

March<br />

<strong>Pickaway</strong> Home and<br />

Garden Show<br />

Three-day event featur<strong>in</strong>g demos<br />

and tips on home improvement<br />

and garden<strong>in</strong>g. Free admission.<br />

<strong>Pickaway</strong> <strong>County</strong> Fairgrounds<br />

415 Lancaster Pike (US-22 East)<br />

Circleville • 888.770.7425<br />

April<br />

Ashville Vik<strong>in</strong>g Festival<br />

Featur<strong>in</strong>g food, music and vendors<br />

focus<strong>in</strong>g on life of the 10th century<br />

Vik<strong>in</strong>gs. Admission: Canned goods<br />

<strong>for</strong> Ashville Food Pantry<br />

Ashville Village Park, Ashville<br />

740.983.9390<br />

www.ashvillevik<strong>in</strong>gfest.com<br />

May<br />

Spr<strong>in</strong>g Canal Walk<br />

Learn about the plant and wildlife<br />

that <strong>in</strong>habit the Ohio-Erie Canal.<br />

Free admission.<br />

Canal Park, Canal Rd.<br />

Circleville • 888.770.7425<br />

www.pickawaycountyparks.org<br />

Deercreek Dam Days<br />

Festival<br />

Parades, arts & crafts, rides,<br />

games, food and enterta<strong>in</strong>ment.<br />

Williamsport • 888.770.7425<br />

For additional <strong>in</strong><strong>for</strong>mation,<br />

see page 15.<br />

For a complete list<strong>in</strong>g of <strong>Pickaway</strong> <strong>County</strong><br />

Events, call 888.770.7425<br />

or visit www.pickaway.com.<br />

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Calendar of Events<br />

Calendar of Events<br />

June<br />

Commercial Po<strong>in</strong>t<br />

Homecom<strong>in</strong>g Festival<br />

Enjoy ocean perch sandwiches,<br />

parade, midway, great food,<br />

enterta<strong>in</strong>ment, fish<strong>in</strong>g, square<br />

danc<strong>in</strong>g, beer garden and<br />

fireworks.<br />

Commercial Po<strong>in</strong>t<br />

740.983.4836<br />

For additional <strong>in</strong><strong>for</strong>mation,<br />

see page 15.<br />

<strong>Pickaway</strong> Picnic<br />

Part of the Third Thursday series,<br />

area restaurants offer favorite<br />

“picnic foods” <strong>in</strong>clud<strong>in</strong>g burgers,<br />

brats, and strawberry shortcake.<br />

Live music is per<strong>for</strong>med on the<br />

outdoor enterta<strong>in</strong>ment stage. Cold<br />

brews and a variety of beverages<br />

are available. Nom<strong>in</strong>al entry fee<br />

to benefit local charities and nonprofit<br />

organizations.<br />

Downtown Circleville<br />

888.770.7425<br />

Ted Lewis Music Festival<br />

Honor<strong>in</strong>g Ted Lewis with live jazz,<br />

food, movies and special events.<br />

Free admission<br />

Downtown Circleville<br />

888.770.7425<br />

For additional <strong>in</strong><strong>for</strong>mation,<br />

see page 17.<br />

See ad on page 9.<br />

<strong>Pickaway</strong> <strong>County</strong> Fair<br />

Demolition derby, truck and tractor<br />

pulls, motocross, harness rac<strong>in</strong>g,<br />

amusement rides and displays.<br />

<strong>Pickaway</strong> <strong>County</strong> Fairgrounds<br />

415 Lancaster Pike (US-22 East)<br />

Circleville • 740.474.2085<br />

www.pickawaycountyfair.org<br />

For additional <strong>in</strong><strong>for</strong>mation,<br />

see page 16.<br />

See ad on page 45.<br />

July<br />

Ashville Fourth of July<br />

Celebration<br />

Parades, crafts, foods, midway,<br />

enterta<strong>in</strong>ment and fireworks. Free<br />

admission.<br />

Ashville • 740.983.9449<br />

For additional <strong>in</strong><strong>for</strong>mation,<br />

see page 14.<br />

Art <strong>in</strong> the Park Festival<br />

Art displayed <strong>in</strong> the open-air<br />

gallery and <strong>in</strong>door view<strong>in</strong>g spaces.<br />

Deer Creek Resort & Conference<br />

Center, 22300 State Park Rd. #20<br />

Mt. Sterl<strong>in</strong>g<br />

877.678.DEER (3337)<br />

www.visitdeercreek.com<br />

Blues, Brews and BBQ<br />

Part of the Third Thursday series,<br />

the air is filled with the smells<br />

of BBQ and all the fix<strong>in</strong>s’ from<br />

area restaurants. Blues music<br />

is per<strong>for</strong>med on the outdoor<br />

enterta<strong>in</strong>ment stage. Cold brews<br />

and a variety of beverages are<br />

available. Nom<strong>in</strong>al entry fee to<br />

benefit local charities and nonprofit<br />

organizations.<br />

Downtown Circleville<br />

888.770.7425<br />

<strong>Pickaway</strong> Heritage &<br />

Antique Tractor Festival<br />

Heritage demonstrations, antique<br />

tractors, live music and storytell<strong>in</strong>g.<br />

<strong>Pickaway</strong> <strong>County</strong> Fairgrounds<br />

415 Lancaster Pike<br />

(US-22 East), Circleville<br />

888.770.7425<br />

For additional <strong>in</strong><strong>for</strong>mation,<br />

see page 16.<br />

Circleville Summer<br />

Sidewalk Sale<br />

Circleville retail bus<strong>in</strong>esses offer<br />

their best buys of the season.<br />

Features an antique tractor parade<br />

at noon.<br />

Downtown Circleville<br />

888.770.7425<br />

August<br />

South Bloomfield Old<br />

Village Days Festival<br />

Features food, rides, queens<br />

contests, parades and music.<br />

Village Park, South Bloomfield<br />

740.983.2541<br />

www.southbloomfieldohio.com<br />

A Taste of <strong>Pickaway</strong><br />

Part of the Third Thursday series,<br />

this event features area restaurants<br />

serv<strong>in</strong>g up samples of the best<br />

items off their menus. Live music<br />

is per<strong>for</strong>med on the outdoor<br />

enterta<strong>in</strong>ment stage. Cold brews<br />

and a variety of beverages are<br />

available. Nom<strong>in</strong>al entry fee to<br />

benefit local charities and nonprofit<br />

organizations.<br />

Downtown Circleville<br />

888.770.7425<br />

Farmers Market<br />

Fresh produce and more at the<br />

beautiful Deer Creek Resort<br />

on Saturdays from 8am-noon<br />

beg<strong>in</strong>n<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong> late July through<br />

September.<br />

Deer Creek Resort &<br />

Conference Center<br />

22300 State Park Rd #20<br />

Mt. Sterl<strong>in</strong>g, OH 43143<br />

(877) 678-DEER (3337)<br />

www.visitdeercreek.com<br />

Commercial Po<strong>in</strong>t<br />

Grand Prix of Kart<strong>in</strong>g<br />

Annual street race with concessions<br />

and cookouts.<br />

Commercial Po<strong>in</strong>t • 614.877.9124<br />

www.cpgrandprix.com<br />

For additional <strong>in</strong><strong>for</strong>mation,<br />

see page 15.<br />

September<br />

Arts and Crafts Fair<br />

Craft vendors fill the sidewalks with<br />

quality handcrafted items.<br />

Downtown Circleville<br />

888.770.7425<br />

Green’s Farm<br />

Heritage Days<br />

Antique stagecoaches, farm<strong>in</strong>g<br />

equipment, demonstrations.<br />

Green’s Heritage Museum<br />

10530 Thrailkill Rd., Orient<br />

888.770.7425<br />

For additional <strong>in</strong><strong>for</strong>mation,<br />

see page 16.<br />

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Calendar of Events<br />

Index of Advertisers<br />

Farmers Market<br />

Fresh produce and more at the<br />

beautiful Deer Creek Resort<br />

on Saturdays from 8am-noon<br />

beg<strong>in</strong>n<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong> late July through<br />

September.<br />

Deer Creek Resort &<br />

Conference Center<br />

22300 State Park Rd #20<br />

Mt. Sterl<strong>in</strong>g, OH 43143<br />

(877) 678-DEER (3337)<br />

www.visitdeercreek.com<br />

<strong>Pickaway</strong> Pizza Challenge<br />

Part of the Third Thursday series,<br />

area pizzerias compete <strong>for</strong> the<br />

People’s Choice Award and the<br />

Celebrity Judges Award. Live<br />

music is per<strong>for</strong>med on the outdoor<br />

enterta<strong>in</strong>ment stage. Cold brews<br />

and a variety of beverages are<br />

available. Nom<strong>in</strong>al entry fee to<br />

benefit local charities and nonprofit<br />

organizations.<br />

Downtown Circleville<br />

888.770.7425<br />

October<br />

Circleville Pumpk<strong>in</strong> Show<br />

Parades, pumpk<strong>in</strong> foods, live<br />

music, crafts, contests and more.<br />

Downtown Circleville<br />

740.474.7000<br />

www.pumpk<strong>in</strong>show.com<br />

For additional <strong>in</strong><strong>for</strong>mation,<br />

see page 14.<br />

Slate Run Fall Festival<br />

Features hayrides, pumpk<strong>in</strong><br />

carv<strong>in</strong>gs and other fun fall<br />

activities.<br />

Slate Run Metro Park<br />

1375 SR-674 N ., Canal<br />

W<strong>in</strong>chester • 614.837.1680<br />

For additional <strong>in</strong><strong>for</strong>mation,<br />

see page 17.<br />

November<br />

TubaChristmas & Holiday<br />

Open House<br />

Downtown Circleville<br />

888.770.7425<br />

www.tubachristmas.com<br />

December<br />

Festival of Carols<br />

and Messiah<br />

Per<strong>for</strong>mance of the OCU Chorale,<br />

community guests and orchestra.<br />

Ohio Christian University<br />

1476 Lancaster Pike, Circleville<br />

877.7.OCU.NOW<br />

www.ohiochristian.edu<br />

For additional <strong>in</strong><strong>for</strong>mation,<br />

see page 15.<br />

Christmas Parade<br />

Welcome Santa Claus to<br />

Circleville the first Saturday <strong>in</strong><br />

December.<br />

Downtown Circleville<br />

888.770.7425<br />

Avis Car Rental......................................42<br />

Berger Health System..........................47<br />

Bill’s Bike Shop......................................21<br />

Braeburn Farms<br />

Bed and Breakfast..........................36<br />

Cami’s Corner.......................................21<br />

Christopher’s Boutique<br />

of Circleville......................................20<br />

Historic Downtown Circleville............19<br />

Circleville Pumpk<strong>in</strong> Show....................46<br />

Com<strong>for</strong>t Inn............................................38<br />

Deer Creek Resort and<br />

Conference Center............................4<br />

Foxfire Golf Club..................................30<br />

Gibbys Eatery and Sports Bar...........33<br />

Goodw<strong>in</strong>’s Family Restaurant............32<br />

Green’s Heritage Village &<br />

Museum............................................12<br />

The Hippie Hut Guitars<br />

and Th<strong>in</strong>gs........................................21<br />

Holiday Inn Express<br />

Hotel & Suites..................................37<br />

Knights Inn .............................................36<br />

Lakeside Resort Park............................37<br />

L<strong>in</strong>dsey’s Bakery....................................21<br />

Ma<strong>in</strong> Street Pub....................................33<br />

Ohio Christian<br />

University...............Inside Front Cover<br />

Ohio’s Small Town Museum.................6<br />

<strong>Pickaway</strong> Area Rural Transit...............42<br />

<strong>Pickaway</strong> <strong>County</strong> Public Library........47<br />

<strong>Pickaway</strong> <strong>County</strong> Fairgrounds...........45<br />

<strong>Pickaway</strong> <strong>County</strong><br />

<strong>Historical</strong> Society............................12<br />

<strong>Pickaway</strong> Progress Partnership..........41<br />

Precision Jewelers.................................21<br />

Rhoads Farm Market &<br />

Garden Center................................22<br />

Slate Run V<strong>in</strong>eyard...............................22<br />

Station House Grille.............................32<br />

Subway...................................................32<br />

Ted Lewis Museum & Theater..............9<br />

Tuscan Table Restaurant.....................33<br />

Upper Lansdowne Golf Course........30<br />

Wireless – Premium Retailer<br />

<strong>for</strong> Verizon Wireless.......................20<br />

Wittich’s Candies.................................10<br />

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<strong>Pickaway</strong> <strong>County</strong> Visitors Bureau<br />

325 W. Ma<strong>in</strong> Street<br />

Circleville, OH 43113

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