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40 WAYS TO "ROCK" THE SUMMER FUN IN OHIO

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Not only is Ohio a great place to explore, it is also home to the Rock-n-Roll Hall of Fame. Located in Downtown Cleveland, the Hall of Fame has massed quite a collection of rock history. Three floors of concert memorabilia, artists performance outfits, instruments, and more. Rock history that shaped a movement called “Rock and Roll”.

“Rock & Roll was born in Cleveland when Ohio native and

radio disc jockey Alan Freed coined the phrase in 1951.”

To celebrate Ohio’s place in “Rock” history, My Ohio Fun wants to add a little “Rock” to this year’s summer fun challenge. Below you will find our list of 40 things to do this summer, as well as a song by an artist/and or artists that has been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. We hope you will enjoy listening to many of these classics as you explore our favorite state, Ohio.

Let’s get started! Time to start downloading the tunes.

Keep on exploring!

~Diane

Since summer is almost here, our first song is by

The Beatles (1988) – Here Comes the Sun

Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Beatles Exhibit | photo: RNRHOF

#1

Catch up on your Rock history at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum.

Song: Rock and Roll Music – Chuck Berry (1986)

The groundbreaking for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame took place in 1995. Ever since that first shovel, the museum has been making Rock history come alive.

To learn more about the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum visit their https://www.rockhall.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">website.

https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/17.0.2/72x72/1f4cd.png" alt="📍" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" />Union Mortgage Plaza, 1100 Rock & Roll Blvd., Cleveland, OH 44114

Akron German Family Society Oktoberfest – Photo credit: MyOhioFun.com

#2

Enjoy an Ohio small town festival.

Song: Small Town – John Mellencamp (2008)

If you enjoy festivals, Ohio is your stop. Every year thousands make their way to small towns, parks, church parking lots and fair grounds to enjoy one of the many Ohio festivals. Some of our favorite festivals include rib cook-offs, the hot air balloon festivals, the Duct Tape and Beach Glass Festival, the pumpkin festivals, Pierogi and Potato Festival, and how can you not enjoy an ice cream festival?

This year we are continuing to update our Ohio festival page as festival dates are published. For more information about upcoming eventshttps://myohiofun.com/ohio-festivals/"> click here.

Marblehead Lighthouse | Photo credit: My Ohio Fun

#3

Visit and/or find all of our Ohio Lighthouses.

Song: I Can See For Miles – The Who (1990)

Shores & Island Lighthouse Tour

We love our Ohio lighthouses! Not every state can boast having lighthouses. Each of our lighthouses has a unique history as well as interesting architecture. Take a day and visit one of our beautiful Lake Erie lighthouses.

https://myohiofun.com/the-ohio-lighthouse-tour/">CLICK HERE for Ohio lighthouse information.

Make sure to also check out:

Maritime Museum of Sandusky

125 Meigs St., Sandusky, OHY 44870 | https://www.sanduskymaritime.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">sanduskymaritime.org

Ashtabula Maritime and Surface Transportation Museum

1071 Walnut Blvd., Ashtabula, OH | http://www.ashtabulamaritime.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">ashtabulamaritime.org

Rabbit Run Theater | photo credit: My Ohio Fun

#4

Take in a musical, play or comedy act.

Song: Dancing Queen – ABBA (1976)

Suggestions:

http://operawesternreserve.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Opera Western Reserve – Youngstown (NE OH)

http://www.playhousesquare.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Play House Square – Cleveland (NE OH)

https://rabbitrun.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Rabbit Run Theater – Madison (NE OH)

http://www.ohiolightopera.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The Ohio Light Opera – Wooster (NE OH)

http://www.theyoungstownplayhouse.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The Youngstown Playhouse – Youngstown (NW OH)

http://www.trumpetintheland.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Trumpet in the Land – New Philadelphia (NE OH)

http://www.weathervaneplayhouse.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Weathervane Community Playhouse – Akron (NE OH)

Miller Ferry/Put-in-Bay | Photo credit: My Ohio Fun

#5

Visit one of our Lake Erie Islands.

Songs: The Tide is High – Blondie (2006)

https://myohiofun.com/put-in-bay/">CLICK HERE to learn more about things to do Put-in-Bay as well as transportation information.

Before you go you may want to download your Lake Erie Shores & Islands Travel Guide. You will also want to print off yourhttp://www.shoresandislands.com/plan/discounts?specialOffers=brd" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> Lake Erie Shores and Islands Shore Savings Card for even more area discounts.

#6

Explore one of our Ohio wineries or breweries.

Song: I Heard It Through the Grapevine” – Marvin Gaye (1987)

“Did you know the Grand River Valley, located in northeast Ohio grows 50% of Ohio’s grapes and is home to over 2 dozen wineries? ” And did you know every year many of those same wineries harvest their grapes after they freeze to create a special ice wine?

To learn more about the Grand River Valley wineries visit https://visitashtabulacounty.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Ohio’s Wine Country.

Cleveland Metroparks Zoo | Photo credit: My Ohio Fun

#7

Get your wild side on. Take a trip to one of our local zoos.

Song: Walk on the Wild Side – Lou Reed

Suggestions:

http://www.akronzoo.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Akron Zoo – Akron (NE OH)

http://cincinnatizoo.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Cincinnati Zoo – Cincinnati (SW OH)

https://clevelandmetroparks.com/zoo" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Cleveland Metroparks Zoo and Rainforest – Cleveland (NE OH)

https://www.columbuszoo.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Columbus Zoo and Aquarium – Columbus (Central OH)

Wayne County Fair | Photo credit: Wayne County CVB

#8

Enjoy a day at an Ohio County Fair.

Song: Let The Good Times Roll – Ray Charles (1986)

Elephant ears. Cheese-on-a-stick. Cotton candy. Fresh squeezed lemonade. Fireworks. Horses. Concerts. Rides. Pie eating contests. What is not to love about a fair?

https://myohiofun.com/ohio-county-fairs/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">CLICK HERE for a list of Ohio fairs.

Japanese Garden, Cleveland Botanical Gardens | photo credit: My Ohio Fun

#9

Take in the beauty of one of our local Arboretums or Botanical Gardens.

Song: Garden Party – Ricky Nelson (1987)

“MyOhioFun.com wants to help you find your "zen" this year. Nothing can help relax you more than a walk through nature. Whether you like to stroll through lush gardens or a simple trail, Ohio is full of amazing gardens to explore.”

https://myohiofun.com/explore-ohios-beautiful-gardens/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click here to view our list of beautiful Ohio gardens.

Suggestions:

http://www.cbgarden.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Cleveland Botanical Gardens -Cuyahoga County (NE OH)

http://youngstownlive.com/local-favorites/fellows-riverside-gardens" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Fellowship Riverside Gardens – Mahoning County (NE OH)

http://fpconservatory.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens (Central OH)

http://www.holdenarb.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The Holden Arboretum – Lake County (NE OH)

http://secrest.osu.edu/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Secrest Arboretum -Wayne County (NE OH)

http://www.schedel-gardens.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Schedel Arboretum & Gardens – Ottawa County (NW OH)

*Nelson Kennedy Ledges | Photo credit: Andrew Gacom Photography*

#10

Enjoy a morning hike in one of Ohio’s State or local Parks.

Song: Morning Has Broken – Cat Stevens (2014)

If you love exploring the outdoors, Ohio can keep you busy. There are 75 state parks located around the state. They are open every day and they are always free. Hiking, fishing, camping, boating, swimming and more can be found available at the parks. Cabins, campsites, and even lodge accommodations are available at many of the parks.

https://ohiodnr.gov/discover-and-learn/safety-conservation/about-odnr/division-parks-watercraft" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click here for a list of Ohio State Parks.

Wingfoot Lake State Park | Photo credit My Ohio Fun

#11

Go fishing on Lake Erie or at one of our Ohio State Parks

Song: The Dock at the Bay – Otis Redding (1989)

Not sure how to fish? Many of our local county parks offer fishing programs, as well as the State of Ohio Division of Wildlife. Make sure you purchase a fishing license. http://wildlife.ohiodnr.gov/fishing/fishing-regulations/licenses" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click here for more information.

Amish Country – Wayne County | Photo credit: My Ohio Fun

#12

Make a run to Ohio Amish Country.

Song: If I Were A Carpenter – Bobby Darin (1990)

Fill up the gas tank, pack your cooler and go enjoy a day or more exploring the Amish backroads of Ohio.

https://www.visitamishcountry.com/?utm_source=myohiofun&utm_medium=Online%22Display&utm_campaign=My%22Ohio%22Fun" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://myohiofun.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/visitohioamishx700.jpg" alt="Ohio Amish Country" width="415" height="149" srcset="https://myohiofun.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/visitohioamishx700.jpg 700w, https://myohiofun.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/visitohioamishx700-300x108.jpg 300w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 415px) 100vw, 415px" / style="max-width:700px;width:auto;height:auto;">

James A. Garfield Memorial Lakeview Cemetery | Photo credit: Andrew Gacom Photography

#13

Visit one of Ohio’s Presidential sites.

Song: America – Neil Diamond (2011)

Did you know Ohio is considered the “Mother of Presidents”? Eight US Presidents were from Ohio.

https://myohiofun.com/ohio-presidential-sites/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">CLICK HERE for a list of Ohio Presidential sites.

Photo courtesy of Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens (ASCVB)

#14

Visit one of Ohio’s castles.

Song – Castles in the Sand – Stevie Wonder (1989)

Suggestions:

http://www.stanhywet.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens – Akron (NE OHO)

http://www.piattcastles.org/Home.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Piatt Castles – West Liberty (NW OH)

http://www.lovelandcastle.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The Historic Loveland Castle and Museum – Loveland (SW OH)

#15

Visit one of Ohio’s air museums.

Song: Learning to Fly – Pink Floyd (1996)

Suggestions:

http://www.historicalaircraftsquadron.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Historical Aircraft Squadron – Carroll (Central OH)

http://iwasm.org/wp-blog/">International Women’s Air and Space Museum (NE OH)

http://www.libertyaviationmuseum.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Liberty Aviation Museum – Port Clinton (NW OH)

http://www.mapsairmuseum.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">MAPS Air Museum – Canton (NE OH)

http://www.nationalmuseum.af.mil/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">National Museum of the US Air Force – Dayton (SW OH)

Arms Family Museum Youngstown Ohio | Photo courtesy: Mahoning Historical Society

#16

Visit an Ohio historical home.

Song: Sweet Home Alabama – Lynyrd Skynrd (2006)

Suggestions:

Arms Family Museum

648 Wick Avenue, Youngstown, OH 44502

https://mahoninghistory.org/arms-family-museum/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">mahoninghistory.org

Hower House Museum

The University of Akron

60 Fir Hill, Akron, OH

330.972.6909 | https://www.howerhouse.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">howerhouse.org

Malabar Farm State Park

4050 Bromfield Rd., Lucas, OH 44843

419.892.2784 | https://malabarfarm.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener">malabarfarm.org

Reeves Victorian Mansion

325 E. Iron Ave., Dover, OH 44622

330.343.7040 | http://www.doverhistory.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">doverhistory.org

Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens

714 N. Portage Path, Akron, OH 44303

https://www.stanhywet.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">stanhywet.org

For a list of more historical places http://www.northernohiotourism.com/attractions.htm#HISTORICALPLACES" target="_blank" rel="noopener">click here.

Photo credit: Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad

#17

Take a train ride.

Song: Downtown Train – Rod Stewart (1994)

For train rides and museums – https://myohiofun.com/ohios-scenic-train-rides-and-museums/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">CLICK HERE.

Suggestions:

Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad, Independence, OH- http://www.cvsr.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">website

AC&J Scenic Line, Jefferson, OH – http://www.familytrainrides.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">website or (Ashtabula County)

The Orrville Railroad, Orrville, OH – http://www.orrvillerailroad.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">website (Wayne County)

(For the train lover their is The Ohio Railway Museum located in historic Worthington, OH. For more info http://www.ohiorailwaymuseum.net/index.php" target="_blank" rel="noopener">website and Mad River & NKP Railroad Museum located in Bellevue, OH. For more info http://madrivermuseum.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">website.

#18

Visit an area animal refuge like The Wilds.

Song: Wild One – Jerry Lee Lewis (1986)

Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge (encompasses more than 9000 acres along the shore of western Lake Erie) http://www.onwra.com/our-refuge.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">website

Noah’s Lost Ark, Berlin Center http://www.noahslostark.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">website (Mahoning County)

The Wilds, Cumberland http://www.thewilds.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">website (Muskingum County)

Hale Farm & Village Civil War Reenactment | Photo credit: My Ohio Fun

#19

Take a step back in time and learn about the Civil War and the Underground Railroad in Ohio.

Song: Brothers in Arms – Joan Baez (2017)

Suggestions:

https://www.nps.gov/jaga/index.htm" target="_blank" rel="noopener">James A. Garfield National Historic Site– Mentor – (NE OH)

http://www.hubbardhouseugrrmuseum.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Hubbard House Underground Railroad Museum, Ashtabula (NE OH)

https://www.wrhs.org/events/civil-war-reenactment-2017-3/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Hale Farm & Village Civil War Reenactment & Encampment – Bath – (NE OH)

http://www.acwmo.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The American Civil War Museum of Ohio, Tiffin (NW OH)

http://www.shoresandislands.com/things-to-do/johnson-s-island-confederate-officers-prison-cemetery?id=10227" target="_blank" rel="noopener">

Johnson’s Island Confederate Officers Prison Cemetery, Marblehead, OH (NW OH)

Maritime Museum of Sandusky – Underground Railroad Exhibit

125 Meigs St., Sandusky, OHY 44870 | https://www.sanduskymaritime.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">sanduskymaritime.org

Take a self-guided Underground Railroad Tour. A brochure that offers a narrative as you take the self-guided tour throughout Erie County. Brochures and maps can be obtained from the Lake Erie Shores & Islands Welcome Center -East. For more information http://www.shoresandislands.com/what/10261/Underground-Railroad-Tour" target="_blank" rel="noopener">click here.

Milky Way over Observatory Park | Photo credit: Andrew Gacom Photography

#20

Find the Milky Way.

Song: Rocket Man – Elton John (1994)

Observatory Park – Geauga Park District

10610 Clay Street, Montville Twp., OH

https://www.geaugaparkdistrict.org/park/observatory-park/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">geaugaparkdistrict.org/park/observatory-park

John Glenn Astronomy Park

20531 OH-664 Scenic, Logan, OH 43138

https://jgap.info/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">jgap.info

Or check out these Planetariums:

Hoover Price Planetarium

800 McKinley Monument, Canton, OH 44708

330-455-7043 | http://www.mckinleymuseum.org/hoover_price_planetarium" target="_blank" rel="noopener">mckinleymuseum.org (Stark County)

Shafran Planetarium and Mueller Observatory at the Cleveland Museum of Natural History

1 Wade Oval Dr., Cleveland, OH 44106

216.231.4600 | https://www.cmnh.org/visit/planetarium-observatory" target="_blank" rel="noopener">cmnh.org (Cuyahoga County)

Lake Erie Nature & Science Center

28728 Wolf Rd., Bay Village, OH 44140

440.871.2900 | http://www.lensc.org/planetarium/index.htm" target="_blank" rel="noopener">lensc.org (Cuyahoga County)

Ward Beecher Planetarium-Youngstown State University (Temporarily closed for repairs)

100 Lincoln Ave., Youngstown, OH

330-941-3616 | http://www.wbplanetarium.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">wbplanetarium.org (Mahoning County)

Brandywine Falls, CVNP | Photo credit: My Ohio Fun

#21

Visit one of Ohio’s waterfalls.

Song: Teardrops Fall Like Rain – The Crickets (2012)

Suggested locations:

Big and Little Lyons Falls – (Mohican State Park) (NE OH)

Blue Hen Falls – Cuyahoga Valley National Park (NE OH)

https://www.nps.gov/cuva/learn/historyculture/brandywine-falls.htm" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Brandywine Falls – Cuyahoga Valley National Park (NE OH)

Great Falls of Tinkers Creek – Bedford (Cleveland Metroparks) (NE OH)

Hayden Falls and Indian Run Falls- Dublin (Central OH)

https://www.millcreekmetroparks.org/visit/places/mill-creek-park/lantermans-mill/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Lanterman’s Mill & Falls – Youngstown (Mill Creek Metroparks) (NE OH)

Upper Falls, Lower Falls and Cedar Falls – Hocking Hills State Park (SW OH)

https://myohiofun.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Blossom_mof.jpg" alt="" width="640" height="398" srcset="https://myohiofun.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Blossom_mof.jpg 640w, https://myohiofun.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Blossom_mof-300x187.jpg 300w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px" / style="max-width:700px;width:auto;height:auto;">

#22

Enjoy a Cleveland Orchestra Concert at Blossom Music Center.

Song: Firth of Fifth – Genesis (2010)

Plan a summer evening under the stars at Blossom Music Center. Every summer the Cleveland Orchestra moves to it’s summer home. Pavilion and lawn tickets are available. Leave a little early and enjoy a picnic on the lawn. You are allowed to bring in a picnic to enjoy for Cleveland Orchestra concerts. Support your favorite restaurant before heading out. Bring your cooler, blanket and your favorite beverage. Refreshments are also available during the concert.

https://www.clevelandorchestra.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click here for concert information.

#23

Visit and snap a picture of all 19 covered bridges in Ashtabula County or visit one of the other covered bridges in Ohio.

Song: Seven Bridges Road – Eagles (1998)

Suggestions:

Ashtabula County Bridge information http://www.visitashtabulacounty.com/explore-play/covered-bridges" target="_blank" rel="noopener">click here.(NE OH)

https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/17.0.2/72x72/1f539.png" alt="🔹" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" />Covered Bridge at Lanterman’s Mill – Mill Creek Metroparks (NE OH)

https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/17.0.2/72x72/1f539.png" alt="🔹" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" />Everett Covered Bridge – Cuyahoga Valley National Park (NE OH)

https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/17.0.2/72x72/1f539.png" alt="🔹" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" />Fairfield County Covered Bridge information https://www.visitfairfieldcountyoh.org/ohio-covered-bridges.php" target="_blank" rel="noopener">click here. (Central OH)

Cleveland Museum of Art | Photo credit: My Ohio Fun

#24

Experience the “Art” side of Ohio.

Song: Colour My World – Chicago (2016)

If you enjoy art, then plan a day or more exploring Ohio’s art side. Many famous paintings and pieces of art can be found on the walls in Ohio museums. Artist like Salvador Dali, Andy Warhol, Picasso, Norman Rockwell, Robert Vonnoh, Winslow Homer, Degas, and more.

Suggestions:

https://akronartmuseum.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Akron Art Museum – Akron (NE OH)

https://butlerart.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://myohiofun.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/Butler_DRx600.jpg" alt="Butler Institute of American Art " width="600" height="400" srcset="https://myohiofun.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/Butler_DRx600.jpg 600w, https://myohiofun.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/Butler_DRx600-300x200.jpg 300w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px" / style="max-width:700px;width:auto;height:auto;">

https://butlerart.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Butler Institute of American Art – Youngstown (NE OH) – Free

https://www.cantonart.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Canton Museum of Art – Canton (NE OH)

https://www.cincinnatiartmuseum.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Cincinnati Art Museum – Cincinnati (SW OH)

https://www.clevelandart.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Cleveland Museum of Art – Cleveland (NE OH) – Free

https://www.columbusmuseum.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Columbus Art Museum – Columbus (Central OH)

https://massillonmuseum.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Massillon Museum of Art – Massillon (NE OH)

https://www.mocacleveland.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">MOCA – Museum of Contemporary Art – Cleveland (NE OH)

https://www.toledomuseum.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Toledo Art Museum – Toledo (NW OH)

#25

Take a ride on a paddle or canal boat.

Song: Cruisin’ – Smokey Robinson (1987)

Suggestions:

Lorena Sternwheeler

West End of Market St., Zanesville, OH 43701

740.455.8282 | https://www.visitzanesville.com/Explore/Destinations/133/Lorena-Sternwheeler/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">website

St. Helena III Canal Boat

Canal Fulton Canalway Center

125 Tuscarawas Street, Canal Fulton, OH 44614

330-854-6835 | http://www.discovercanalfulton.com/heritage_society/st_helena_iii.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">click here.

Valley Gem Sternwheeler

601 Front Street, Marietta, OH 45750

740-373-7862 | https://www.valleygemsternwheeler.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">valleygemsternwheeler.com

#26

Take yourself out to the ballpark.

Song: Start Me Up – The Rolling Stones (1989)

Suggestions:

https://www.mlb.com/guardians?c_id=cle" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Cleveland Guardians, Cleveland

http://www.milb.com/index.jsp?sid=t402" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Akron Rubber Ducks, Akron

https://www.mlb.com/reds" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Cincinnati Reds – Cincinnati

http://lakecounty.captains.milb.com/index.jsp?sid=t437" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Lake County Captains, Eastlake

http://www.milb.com/index.jsp?sid=t512" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Toledo Mud Hens, Toledo

Cuyahoga River | Photo credit My Ohio Fun

#27

Learn to paddle board, kayak or sail a boat.

Song: I Will Go Sailing No More – Randy Newman (2013)

Suggestions:

Ohio State Parks – Paddle Ohio – http://paddle.ohiodnr.gov/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">click here.

If your not quite ready to take on the river in a kayak, may we suggest a ride on Lady Caroline? You can not beat a dinner cruise with a sunset.

https://myohiofun.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/lincolnlgwayneLG.jpg" alt="Lincoln Highway Buy Way Garage Sale" width="640" height="478" srcset="https://myohiofun.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/lincolnlgwayneLG.jpg 800w, https://myohiofun.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/lincolnlgwayneLG-300x224.jpg 300w, https://myohiofun.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/lincolnlgwayneLG-768x574.jpg 768w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px" / style="max-width:700px;width:auto;height:auto;">

#28

Shop till you drop on Lincoln Highway Buy-Way Yard Sale

Song: Key to the Highway – Eric Clapton (2000)

The BUY-WAY Yard Sale is held every August.

Gas up the car.

Clean out the trunk.

Put on your favorite walking shoes.

Make sure you have cash in your wallet.

Pack a water bottle.

Grab a friend.

For additional information http://www.historicbyway.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">website

Hidden Marietta Tour | Photo credit: My Ohio Fun

#29

Go on a ghost hunt.

Song – Welcome to My Nightmare – Alice Cooper (2011)

https://www.hiddenmarietta.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Hidden Marietta Tour – “Take local history, mix it with local tales of paranormal and you have the makings of a unique way to tour Marietta.” ~ D. Rock, MyOhioFun.com

https://myohiofun.com/ohio-ghost-tours-paranormal-investigations-haunted-places/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">CLICK HERE for ghostly things to do in Ohio.

Lake Erie Canopy Tours | Photo credit: My Ohio Fun

#30

Fly through tree tops on a Zip-Line.

Song: Fly Like an Eagle – Steve Miller (2017)

Suggestions:

https://cgcanopy.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Common Ground Canopy Tours

https://goape.com/Locations/Ohio/Cleveland" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Go Ape Zip Line & Treetop Adventure – Strongsville (NE OH)

https://www.lakeeriecanopytours.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Lake Erie Canopy Tours – Geneva (NE OH)

http://www.treefrogcanopytours.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Tree Frog Canopy Tours – Glenmont (NE OH)

http://www.zipohio.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Hocking Hills Canopy Tours – Rockbridge (SW OH)

Castle Noel | Photo credit: MyOhioFun.com

#31

Visit the Christmas Story House and Museum or Castle Noel

Song: Wonderful Christmastime – Paul McCartney (1999)

Visit http://castlenoel.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Castle Noel in Medina County where it is always a holiday. Take a picture next to Cousin Eddie’s trailer. Slide down the “Christmas Story” slide. Visit “Whoville.”

260 S. Court St., Medina, OH 44256 | http://castlenoel.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">castlenoel.com

A Christmas Story House

3159 W. 11th St., Cleveland, OH 44109 | https://www.achristmasstoryhouse.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">achristmasstoryhouse.com

Did you know My Ohio Fun can help plan a special https://myohiofun.com/group-tour-resource-page/">“Finding Santa Claus” Group Tour?

The Boardwalk – Lobster Bisque Put-in-Bay | Photo Credit MyOhioFun.com

#32

Challenge yourself to eat three local foods.

Song: Burger Man – ZZ Top (2004)

Suggestions:

Eat a pierogi. For places to sample a pierogi click here.

Enjoy a piece of Amish pie. For places serving the best pie https://myohiofun.com/where-are-the-best-pies-in-ohio/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">click here.

Have a piece of Lake Erie fish. Walleye or Perch.

Master a http://www.slymans.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">“Slymans” corned beef sandwich.

Enjoy a famous Barberton Chicken Dinner.

Lobster Bisque from The Boardwalk on Put-in-Bay.

Hot dog from http://www.tonypacko.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Tony Packos

Eat one of http://www.swensonsdriveins.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Swenson’s famous Galley Boy Burger.

Enjoy a cannoli in http://www.littleitalycleveland.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Little Italy.

Try a https://myohiofun.com/celebrating-paczki-day-in-northern-ohio/">pazcki.

Cleveland History Center | Photo credit My Ohio Fun

#33

Be a kid again, take an old fashioned Carousel ride.

Song: Forever Young – Bob Dylan (1988)

Suggestions:

Cleveland History Center – https://www.wrhs.org/explore/exhibits/euclid-beach-park-grand-carousel/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Euclid Beach Park Grand Carousel – WRHS (NE OH)

http://www.merrygoroundmuseum.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Merry Go Round Museum – (NW OH)

http://www.richlandcarrousel.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Richland Carrousel Park – (NE OH)

Buckin’ Ohio – Photo credit: MyOhioFun.com

#34

Attend a rodeo at Buckin’ Ohio or other Ohio rodeo event.

Song: Ghost Riders In The Sky – Johnny Cash (1992)

Suggestions:

https://buckinohio.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Buckin’ Ohio – Medina (NE OH)

http://foxhollowrodeo.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Fox Hollow Rodeo – Waynesville (SW OH)

https://myohiofun.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/roller-coaster--1024x681.jpg" alt="" width="640" height="426" srcset="https://myohiofun.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/roller-coaster--1024x681.jpg 1024w, https://myohiofun.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/roller-coaster--300x200.jpg 300w, https://myohiofun.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/roller-coaster--768x511.jpg 768w, https://myohiofun.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/roller-coaster-.jpg 1200w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px" / style="max-width:700px;width:auto;height:auto;">

#35

See how many roller coasters you can ride in Ohio.

Song: Thriller – Michael Jackson (2001)

Suggestions:

https://www.cedarpoint.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Cedar Point – (NE OH)

https://www.visitkingsisland.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Kings Island – (SW OH)

Ohio Feed - Community Events / Where Craft Meets Countryside:...

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Where Craft Meets Countryside: The Darke County Whiskey, Wine & Ale Trail

The Darke County Whiskey, Wine & Ale Trail offers visitors a flavorful way to experience western Ohio through craft beverages, historic venues, and small-town charm. Stretching across Darke County and neighboring communities, the self-guided trail combines wineries, breweries, distilleries, cideries, and unique gathering spaces into one memorable getaway. It is also recognized as the only trail in Ohio to combine whiskey, wine, and craft beer into one experience.

Visitors can begin their adventure at Indian Creek Distillery, one of Ohio's oldest operating distilleries, where handcrafted whiskey is still produced using historic family recipes and traditional methods. Wine lovers can explore The Versailles Winery, known for award-winning wines and relaxing countryside views, or enjoy the welcoming atmosphere at A.R. Winery and Old Mason Winery & Vineyard, both offering locally crafted wines and regular entertainment. Guests can also experience Olde Schoolhouse Vineyard & Winery and the charm of its beautifully restored historic schoolhouse.

Guests looking for something different can stop at Twenty One Barrels Hard Cider & Wine for locally crafted cider and wine selections. Craft beer fans can visit Moeller Brew Barn, where small-batch brews are served in a beautifully restored rural setting. Meanwhile, Sure Shot Tap House has become a favorite downtown gathering spot featuring more than 50 self-serve taps featuring craft beers, cocktails, live entertainment, and the fun upstairs Bulls-eye Lounge arcade experience.

In Versailles, Hotel Versailles has partnered with Hayner Distilling to create an exclusive private-label bourbon, blending Ohio distilling heritage with the hotel's upscale hospitality experience and giving guests a taste unique to Versailles.

The trail is about much more than beverages. Along the way, guests can shop local boutiques, explore charming downtowns, enjoy seasonal festivals, and discover attractions like Bear’s Mill and Hotel Versailles, a beautifully restored boutique hotel and restaurant that has become a destination of its own. Many trail stops feature outdoor patios, live music, food trucks, and special events throughout the year, making every visit unique.

Visitors are encouraged to pick up an official Whiskey, Wine & Ale Trail passport at participating locations or the Darke County Visitors Bureau Welcome Center. Guests who complete the trail can submit their passport for a commemorative trail shirt. Whether planning a couples getaway, friends weekend, or scenic day trip through Ohio's countryside, the Darke County Whiskey, Wine & Ale Trail delivers local flavor, hospitality, and unforgettable experiences around every corner.

Three Things To Know

Check hours before visiting. Many trail locations have seasonal hours or are only open certain days of the week, so it's best to plan ahead before heading out.

Not every stop serves food. While some locations offer appetizers, food trucks, or nearby dining options, others focus solely on beverages, so consider planning meal stops along your route.

Take your time and enjoy the experience. The trail passports don't expire, so the trail is designed to be explored at your own pace. Many visitors spread their stops over a weekend or multiple trips so they can fully enjoy the tastings, live music, shopping, and scenic countryside.

For even more things to do in the area, as well as nearby accommodations visit the Darke County Visitors Bureau website or call 937-548-5158.

The post Where Craft Meets Countryside: The Darke County Whiskey, Wine & Ale Trail appeared first on My Ohio Fun.

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The Impatient Artist - A collection of sketches and paintings by Connie Estes Beale - May 22, 2026 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM @ Art Center of the Bluegrass

Exhibit: May 19 - June 25
Main Street Gallery
Opening Reception: Friday, May 22, 4:30-6 pm
There is something very satisfying about capturing an image quickly. Whether it's an expression on a face, a moment of light that quickly moves on, or a...
Source: The Impatient Artist - A collection of sketches and paintings by Connie Estes Beale - May 22, 2026 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM @ Art Center of the Bluegrass

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High Stakes Sunset Social - May 22, 2026 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM @ Tempo by Hilton

A chill DJ set with mellow house & lounge tunes! Sunset Social will be every Friday starting on 4/18/2025. High Stakes will have a DJ on the Terrace from 5PM-8PM. This will be a rotating local DJ! High Stakes Happy Hour menu will be available f...
Source: High Stakes Sunset Social - May 22, 2026 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM @ Tempo by Hilton

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Jamey Noel prison letters: Former sheriff says he's 'living for the lord,' accuses judge of bias

In letters sent exclusively to WHAS11, Noel said he's "working on a divinity degree" while incarcerated. He also explained why he acquired a Cessna airplane.
Source: Jamey Noel prison letters: Former sheriff says he's 'living for the lord,' accuses judge of bias

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Kentucky judge strikes down part of abortion law tied to IVF concerns

A Jefferson Circuit Court judge struck down part of Kentucky's abortion law, saying language tied to personhood was too vague amid IVF concerns.
Source: Kentucky judge strikes down part of abortion law tied to IVF concerns

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Cornhole League

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Kentucky Feed - Community Events / Emma

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Emma

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06/14/2026

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Step into the charming world of Jane Austen with Kate Hamill’s witty, unexpected adaptation of "Emma." Follow the headstrong matchmaker — convinced she can’t possibly fall in love — as she

Source: Emma

Politics Podium - CAUTION / ‘Reeks of desperation’ | Thoma...

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'Reeks of desperation' | Thomas Massie torches provocative AI-generated ad in Kentucky primary

A new opposition ad uses AI to accuse Thomas Massie of being "caught in a throuple" with two Democrats in Congress.
Source: 'Reeks of desperation' | Thomas Massie torches provocative AI-generated ad in Kentucky primary

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Free choir concert - CMA Choir presents Songs of Travel

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05/18/2026

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Accompanied by a four-piece band, the choir presents a program of popular songs from multiple decades on the theme of travel and journeys. Enjoy songs such as Life is a Highway, Walkin' After

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Ohio Feed - Community Events / 40 WAYS TO “ROCK” THE SUMMER F...

Since summer is almost here, our first song is byThe Beatles (1988) – Here Comes the Sun

#1

Catch up on your Rock history at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum.Song: Rock and Roll Music – Chuck Berry (1986)

#2

Enjoy an Ohio small town festival.Song: Small Town – John Mellencamp (2008)

#3

Visit and/or find all of our Ohio Lighthouses.Song: I Can See For Miles – The Who (1990)

#4

Take in a musical, play or comedy act.Song: Dancing Queen – ABBA (1976)

#5

Visit one of our Lake Erie Islands.Songs: The Tide is High – Blondie (2006)

#6

Explore one of our Ohio wineries or breweries.Song: I Heard It Through the Grapevine” – Marvin Gaye (1987)

#7

Get your wild side on. Take a trip to one of our local zoos.Song: Walk on the Wild Side – Lou Reed

#8

Enjoy a day at an Ohio County Fair.Song: Let The Good Times Roll – Ray Charles (1986)

#9

Take in the beauty of one of our local Arboretums or Botanical Gardens.Song: Garden Party – Ricky Nelson (1987)

#10

Enjoy a morning hike in one of Ohio’s State or local Parks.Song: Morning Has Broken – Cat Stevens (2014)

#11

Go fishing on Lake Erie or at one of our Ohio State ParksSong: The Dock at the Bay – Otis Redding (1989)

#12

Make a run to Ohio Amish Country.Song: If I Were A Carpenter – Bobby Darin (1990)

#13

Visit one of Ohio’s Presidential sites.Song: America – Neil Diamond (2011)

#14

Visit one of Ohio’s castles.Song – Castles in the Sand – Stevie Wonder (1989)

#15

Visit one of Ohio’s air museums.Song: Learning to Fly – Pink Floyd (1996)

#16

Visit an Ohio historical home.Song: Sweet Home Alabama – Lynyrd Skynrd (2006)

#17

Take a train ride.Song: Downtown Train – Rod Stewart (1994)

#18

Visit an area animal refuge like The Wilds.Song: Wild One – Jerry Lee Lewis (1986)

#19

Take a step back in time and learn about the Civil War and the Underground Railroad in Ohio.Song: Brothers in Arms – Joan Baez (2017)

#20

Find the Milky Way.Song: Rocket Man – Elton John (1994)

#21

Visit one of Ohio’s waterfalls.Song: Teardrops Fall Like Rain – The Crickets (2012)

#22

Enjoy a Cleveland Orchestra Concert at Blossom Music Center.Song: Firth of Fifth – Genesis (2010)

#23

Visit and snap a picture of all 19 covered bridges in Ashtabula County or visit one of the other covered bridges in Ohio.Song: Seven Bridges Road – Eagles (1998)

#24

Experience the “Art” side of Ohio.Song: Colour My World – Chicago (2016)

#25

Take a ride on a paddle or canal boat.Song: Cruisin’ – Smokey Robinson (1987)

#26

Take yourself out to the ballpark.Song: Start Me Up – The Rolling Stones (1989)

#27

Learn to paddle board, kayak or sail a boat.Song: I Will Go Sailing No More – Randy Newman (2013)

#28

Shop till you drop on Lincoln Highway Buy-Way Yard SaleSong: Key to the Highway – Eric Clapton (2000)

#29

Go on a ghost hunt.Song – Welcome to My Nightmare – Alice Cooper (2011)

#30

Fly through tree tops on a Zip-Line.Song: Fly Like an Eagle – Steve Miller (2017)

#31

Visit the Christmas Story House and Museum or Castle NoelSong: Wonderful Christmastime – Paul McCartney (1999)

#32

Challenge yourself to eat three local foods.Song: Burger Man – ZZ Top (2004)

#33

Be a kid again, take an old fashioned Carousel ride.Song: Forever Young – Bob Dylan (1988)

#34

Attend a rodeo at Buckin’ Ohio or other Ohio rodeo event.Song: Ghost Riders In The Sky – Johnny Cash (1992)

#35

See how many roller coasters you can ride in Ohio.Song: Thriller – Michael Jackson (2001)

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Since summer is almost here, our first song is by

The Beatles (1988) – Here Comes the Sun

Catch up on your Rock history at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum.

Song: Rock and Roll Music – Chuck Berry (1986)

Enjoy an Ohio small town festival.

Song: Small Town – John Mellencamp (2008)

Visit and/or find all of our Ohio Lighthouses.

Song: I Can See For Miles – The Who (1990)

Take in a musical, play or comedy act.

Song: Dancing Queen – ABBA (1976)

Visit one of our Lake Erie Islands.

Songs: The Tide is High – Blondie (2006)

Explore one of our Ohio wineries or breweries.

Song: I Heard It Through the Grapevine” – Marvin Gaye (1987)

Get your wild side on. Take a trip to one of our local zoos.

Song: Walk on the Wild Side – Lou Reed

Enjoy a day at an Ohio County Fair.

Song: Let The Good Times Roll – Ray Charles (1986)

Take in the beauty of one of our local Arboretums or Botanical Gardens.

Song: Garden Party – Ricky Nelson (1987)

Enjoy a morning hike in one of Ohio’s State or local Parks.

Song: Morning Has Broken – Cat Stevens (2014)

Go fishing on Lake Erie or at one of our Ohio State Parks

Song: The Dock at the Bay – Otis Redding (1989)

Make a run to Ohio Amish Country.

Song: If I Were A Carpenter – Bobby Darin (1990)

Visit one of Ohio’s Presidential sites.

Song: America – Neil Diamond (2011)

Visit one of Ohio’s castles.

Song – Castles in the Sand – Stevie Wonder (1989)

Visit one of Ohio’s air museums.

Song: Learning to Fly – Pink Floyd (1996)

Visit an Ohio historical home.

Song: Sweet Home Alabama – Lynyrd Skynrd (2006)

Take a train ride.

Song: Downtown Train – Rod Stewart (1994)

Visit an area animal refuge like The Wilds.

Song: Wild One – Jerry Lee Lewis (1986)

Take a step back in time and learn about the Civil War and the Underground Railroad in Ohio.

Song: Brothers in Arms – Joan Baez (2017)

Find the Milky Way.

Song: Rocket Man – Elton John (1994)

Visit one of Ohio’s waterfalls.

Song: Teardrops Fall Like Rain – The Crickets (2012)

Enjoy a Cleveland Orchestra Concert at Blossom Music Center.

Song: Firth of Fifth – Genesis (2010)

Visit and snap a picture of all 19 covered bridges in Ashtabula County or visit one of the other covered bridges in Ohio.

Song: Seven Bridges Road – Eagles (1998)

Experience the “Art” side of Ohio.

Song: Colour My World – Chicago (2016)

Take a ride on a paddle or canal boat.

Song: Cruisin’ – Smokey Robinson (1987)

Take yourself out to the ballpark.

Song: Start Me Up – The Rolling Stones (1989)

Learn to paddle board, kayak or sail a boat.

Song: I Will Go Sailing No More – Randy Newman (2013)

Shop till you drop on Lincoln Highway Buy-Way Yard Sale

Song: Key to the Highway – Eric Clapton (2000)

Go on a ghost hunt.

Song – Welcome to My Nightmare – Alice Cooper (2011)

Fly through tree tops on a Zip-Line.

Song: Fly Like an Eagle – Steve Miller (2017)

Visit the Christmas Story House and Museum or Castle Noel

Song: Wonderful Christmastime – Paul McCartney (1999)

Challenge yourself to eat three local foods.

Song: Burger Man – ZZ Top (2004)

Be a kid again, take an old fashioned Carousel ride.

Song: Forever Young – Bob Dylan (1988)

Attend a rodeo at Buckin’ Ohio or other Ohio rodeo event.

Song: Ghost Riders In The Sky – Johnny Cash (1992)

See how many roller coasters you can ride in Ohio.

Song: Thriller – Michael Jackson (2001)