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January 2008

When is the washboard festival?

January 29, 2008

The Washboard Festival is held in June, on Father's Day weekend in Logan, Ohio. The three day event is very popular and includes tours of Ohio's washboard factory. For more information call 740-380-3828.

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When is the big RV show in Toledo?

January 28, 2008

The Great Lakes RV Show takes place Feb. 8 to 10, 2008 at the SeaGate Convention Centre, 401 Jefferson Ave., Toledo, Ohio. Hours are 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily, however, closing at 5 p.m. on Sunday.

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How old is the lighthouse at Cedar Point?

January 26, 2008

The lighthouse at the tip of the Cedar Point peninsula was built in 1839. The picturesque Cedar Point Lighthouse standing today was built in 1862, and used until 1909. Today the lighthouse is the centerpiece for the cottages and cabins of Lighthouse Point, a great place to stay while visiting Cedar Point.

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When is the McKinley birthday celebration?

January 24, 2008

The William McKinley Presidential Library & Museum always celebrates McKinley's birthday on the Saturday closest to his birthdate. This year the celebration is on Saturday, Jan. 26, with activities all day and an admission charge of $5. A wreath-laying ceremony will take place at McKinley Monument at 3 p.m. The Museum is [...]

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Where can we see the Norman Rockwell show?

January 23, 2008

American Chronicles: The Art of Norman Rockwell will be on view at the Akron Art Museum, One South High Street until Feb. 3, 2008. The Museum has extended hours on Thursday, Friday and Saturday until 9 p.m.

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Do you know of any wine dinners for Valentine's Day?

January 22, 2008

Yes, Maize Valley Winery will have a special Valentines Day Dinner on Feb. 14, for reservations call 330-877-8344; and Perennial Vineyards will have a Chocolate Loves Wine Dinner on Feb. 15, for reservations call 330-832-3677.

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Does the railroad still have wine tours?

January 18, 2008

Yes, the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad features Grape Escape Wine Tasting Trains that take an excursion through the National Park. Tours are available throughout the year, for information call 800-468-4070, or visit www.cvsr.com.

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Is "Arnold" having a sports festival this year?

January 17, 2008

Yes, Arnold's Sports Festival and Fitness Weekend will be held Feb. 29-March 2, 2008, at the Greater Columbus Convention Center. For more information call 614-431-3600.

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When is the home show in Toledo?

January 17, 2008

The 25th annual House and Home Show will take place at the SeaGate Convention Centre in Toledo on Feb. 22-24, 2008. For more information call 419-255-3300.

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When is the quilt show at Lake Parks?

January 16, 2008

The 2008 Quilt Show at Lake Metroparks Farmpark, located at 8800 Chardon Road in Kirtland, will take place February 8, through March 19. Hours are Tuesday through Sunday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information call 800-366-3276.

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