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Where is the covered bridge festival?

October 10, 2008

The covered bridge festival takes place in Ashtabula, Ohio, the second weekend in October.  This year's festival will be Oct. 11 and 12, and visitors will have the opportunity to see their newest bridge, the longest covered bridge in the nation.  Pick up a map at the Ashtabula Convention & Visitors Bureau on Jefferson Street [...]

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Is Hale Farm still open?

September 21, 2008

Yes, you can take a walk through history at Hale Farm & Village all year.  Now celebrating their 50th anniversary, Hale Farm is located at 2686 Oak Hill Road near Bath Ohio.  For more information call 330-666-3711 or visit www.halefarm.org.

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Will Fenton Glass have a festival this year?

July 11, 2008

Yes, the Fenton Glass annual Festival of Glassmaking has had a name change. It is now called the Fenton Artistry Weekend and it takes place August 1 to 3, 2008, with factory tours and special events. For more information call 800-319-7793 or visit www.fentonartglass.com.

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Isn't there a Chautauqua on Lake Erie?

July 10, 2008

Yes, Lakeside, Ohio has been a Chautauqua-style community for 135 years. Visitors can stay in their lovely Victorian hotel or rent a summer cottage and attend all of the lectures, seminars and entertainment events. For reservations call 419-798-4461 or visit www.lakesideohio.com.

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What happened to Geauga Lake?

June 4, 2008

Unfortunately after the park closed for the season in 2007, owner Cedar Fair decided not to reopen the amusement park, and they are in the process of selling off the rides. The only thing open this year is their Wildwater Kingdom, located on the site of the former Sea World in Aurora, Ohio. [...]

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Is Roscoe Village still open?

May 3, 2008

Yes, historic Roscoe Village has guided tours by costumed guides and shops are open for visitors. Call the Roscoe Village Visitors Center for tour information – 800-877-1830 or visit www.roscoevillage.com.

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We want to take our kids to Hale Farm, will it be open this summer?

April 26, 2008

Yes, Hale Farm & Village is open with many programs for families. On June 7 and 8, Hale Farm will celebrate 50 years as a museum. Visitors can become time travelers back to the 19th century, and the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad will have special discounts when you ride the train to Hale [...]

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where is the First Ladies house?

October 23, 2007

The National First Ladies' Library and Museum is located in Downtown Canton, Ohio, at 205 and 331 Market Ave. S. For details call 330-452-0876 or visit www.firstladies.org.

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where is Zoar located?

October 23, 2007

The historic village of Zoar, Ohio, is located on State Route 212, take exit 93 off I-77 and follow the state route which becomes the main street of Zoar.

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Do you know of a Presidential bed and breakfast?

October 16, 2007

Yes, the Presidential Inn Bed and Breakfast is located at 6279 State Route 97 in Galion, Ohio. Located on a farm that was President Harding's birthplace, it is close to the Harding Home and Memorial in Marion, Ohio. For reservations call 419-468-3533 or visit www.presidentialinnbandb.com.

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