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Richard is a native of Ross County and has studied at the Columbus College of Art & Design and Ohio University. His oil paintings depict the beauty of the southern Ohio landscape. "A great deal of the subject matter takes on a very personal affection largely because I have always lived here."

Kid's Day by Subway!

Join the Walnut Street UMC for their 85th Ice Cream & Strawberry Social. Lunch: 11:30am - 1:00pm / Dinner: 4:30pm - 6:30pm

Every hero has a story! Sign up for Bookworm and start the summer off right. Sno-cones, face painting, games, magic show. Enjoy the magical comedy of "word man" Mark Wood.

Introduction to Computers Learn basic definitions, parts of computer, and how to turn on computer and navigate mouse. Registration is required for each class. Space is limited. Classes are provided through the Guiding Ohio Online program, and are taught by AmeriCorps service member. Please register at www.crcpl.org or (740) 702-4100.

Skating, games, prizes, raffle and fun! Free admission & skate rental with the donation of three non-perishable food items (or $4.00 cash donation) per person. All donations benefit Good Samaritan Food Network of Ross County.

Chillicothe Gazette presents Ross County Sheriff's Dare Night and Summer Fun Party!

Winning Wednesday Gas Giveaway by Valero! Win free gas!

Intro to Apps Individual registration is required for each class. Space is limited! Classes are provided through the Guiding Ohio Online program and are taught by an AmeriCorps Service Member. Go to www.crcpl.org or call (740) 702-4100 to register.

The Robert L. Harness Lecture Series. Hopewell Culture National Historical Park is pleased to host the summer archeological lecture series. In this presentation, Paul Pacheco will talk about the results of his first season and a half of archaeology at the Balthaser Home Site.    The Balthaser Home Site is a small Hopewell settlement located west […]

Raising awareness for Alzheimer's and Dementia. Cruise on over to help us support those in our community who are dealing with Memory Care issues. Music Festival, Cruise In, Vendor Fair / Silent Auction, Cook Out, and take a virtual Dementia Tour & Free Health Screenings. Contact Deidre Rowland for more information: (740) 701-5227 or email […]

Bring a flashlight and learn the true nature of these social creatures in a night-time program. Dr. Brian Carver from Tennessee Technological University will set-up nets and special ultrasonic detection equipment which will enable us to see and hear bats in the dark. A bat house will be raffled among those attending. In case of […]

Registration for the golf outing will begin at 8 with a shot gun start at 9 a.m. Additional activities include a silent auction, 50/50 raffle, refreshments and live music. Registrations will be accepted until the day of the event or until spaces are filled. Net proceeds from this event will benefit a scholarship in Eddie's […]

2nd Annual Ross County Community Action Homeless Shelter Golf Outing. Entry fee includes 18 holes of golf, riding cart, breakfast, lunch, and a chance to win numerous skill prizes.

Skip Hathaway will be returning to Adena Mansion & Gardens to offer art classes to children of all ages.

A bike show and bike games will be held to benefit the children of Pioneer School. All bike show entries are by donation with 100 percent of the money raised going to the school. Lost Tribe MC and Pioneer School will present this event. Bike show entries are a donation.

Join the Downtown Associates at the historic Majestic Theatre to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the family classic, "The Sound of Music." To purchase tickets online visit: http://www.chillicothedowntown.com/2015/04/22/the-sound-of-music/ or purchase tickets at the Ross-Chillicothe Convention & Visitors Bureau at 45 E. Main Street. Proceed benefit the Downtown Associates' events and Majestic Theatre's restoration.

Watercolor Ohio showcases the work of 32 Ohio artists working in water soluble mediums such as acrylic, watercolor, casein, gouache and egg tempera.

2015 Children's Lecture Series Have you ever wondered where honey comes from? Why Honeybees of course! Adena Mansion and Gardens is proud to present Bees and Beekeeping. The lecture is designed to encourage, assist and educate in the wonderful experience of keeping honeybees.

Bring a craft that you are working on and enjoy some social time with friends and neighbors. We'll also have a special guest to share with us how to get the most out of your coupons. No registration is necessary.

Do you know where your assets will go when you die? If not, our Preparing Your Estate Plan presentation will help familiarize you with the basic steps of estate planning, including the function of a will and the different types of trusts. An estate-planning attorney will be present at this event. There is no charge […]

Basic Internet Learn what the internet is, how to use Google, how to create an email address and use email. Registration is required for each class. Space is limited. Classes are provided through the Guiding Ohio Online program, and are taught by AmeriCorps service member. Please register at www.crcpl.org or (740) 702-4100.

Come and meet some local heroes from the Greenfield Fire Dept. & EMS. Our heroes will be bringing a fire truck and equipment for you to see. No registration is required.

Enjoy The Great Seal of Ohio Band!

Winning Wednesday Gas Giveaway by Valero. Win Free Gas!

Attendees will take pictures and then learn photo editing techniques. Registration is not required.

Calling all kids who love to do crafts! This is a new monthly program at the Kingston Branch Library where you can be creative. Father's Day is coming so let's make a special card for Dad. No registration is required.

The Robert L. Harness Lecture Series. Hopewell Culture National Historical Park is pleased to host the summer archeological lecture series. Ohio is loaded with ancient earthworks, most built by Native Americans about 2000 years ago. Some 600 of these sites are known or thought to exist, but many have been “lost” since the 19th century. […]

The Cincinnati based puppet troupe will perform their puppet show featuring the original songs and skits of puppeteer Terrence Burke. Registration is not required.

Thirsty Thursday! $1.00 Draft Beer

The American Cancer Society Relay For Life is a life-changing event that gives everyone in communities across the globe a chance to celebrate the lives of people who have battled cancer, remember loved ones lost, and fight back against the disease. Please join us and sign up today! We hope you can join us for […]

Entertainment will include American Idol's Trevor Douglas, The Marty Ford Experience, Jarrod Bevan (youth pastor, speaker and emcee), Colt Harrington, and Transitions School of Dance. Proceeds from this event will be donated to multiple charities.

Litter Quality Propane Summer Tribute Concert Series. Mr. Speed was voted the World's #1 KISS Tribute in 2012 and was a recent guest on AXSTV's show, "The World's Greatest Tribute Bands." For details and ordering tickets online visit: www.litterpropane.com

Foothill Folk Society fundraiser combining pottery, poetry, photography, and painting will live music. Cynthia Davis, our event MC, will interview five artists to learn more about each craft and each artist. In between each interview, there will be live music and the opportunity for audience members to help write lyrics to a song that will […]

Party with the Paints by Budweiser featuring Rock N Country.

Sit under the stars and enjoy family time with "Big Hero 6" Bring a chair or blanket to sit on. No registration is required.

Event is organized by the Antique Car Club of Southern Ohio. This is a rain or shine event. Award Presentation at 3pm. Registration 9am-12pm. For more information call Larry Deal at (740) 663-2520 or (740) 703-9741. Registration fee of $10

Southern Ohio boasts the highest density of large prehistoric earthworks in the world. Two thousand years ago, the prehistoric Hopewell people built carefully designed earthworks, typically in the shape of perfect circles and squares. The earthen walls that outline these geometric shapes enclose huge areas, the purpose of which is still largely a mystery. Seip […]

Watercolor Ohio showcases the work of 32 Ohio artists working in water soluble mediums such as acrylic, watercolor, casein, gouache and egg tempera.

This tea party is the perfect way for a child to spend a few hours with their favorite bear, and a special person. Enjoy a cup of tea while sampling an array of savory treats. Tour Adena Mansion with Margaret and Ellen Worthington as they show you where the young ladies of the house once […]

Join members of the Foothill Folk Society for an open jam. Open to the public. All musicians are invited to bring their instruments and join in the informal jam session. Fans are invited to attend and enjoy the talents of the local musicians. Artists can bring their projects and work on them while enjoying the […]

It’s the 1960s, and swinging bachelor Bernard couldn’t be happier: a flat in Paris and three gorgeous stewardesses all engaged to him without knowing about each other. But Bernard’s perfect life gets bumpy when his friend Robert comes to stay and a new and speedier Boeing jet throws off all of his careful planning. Soon […]

In 1946 along with his older brother Carter Stanley they formed the legendary Stanley Brothers duo. The Stanley Brothers and the Clinch Mountain Boys became one of the most popular brother acts in Country Music history. Some of Country and Bluegrass music’s biggest stars came from Ralph Stanley’s band, including Ricky Skaggs. In 1992 Ralph […]

Introduction to Facebook Sign up for Facebook and learn how to connect with friends and family. Learn about creating other online accounts. Registration is required for each class. Space is limited. Classes are provided through the Guiding Ohio Online program, and are taught by AmeriCorps service member. Please register at www.crcpl.org or (740) 702-4100.

Participants will receive information about gorgets created by ancient Native American cultures and make their own. What is the significance of these ornamental amulets and how were they used? How did the Ancient Ones relate to the natural world around them and how was their spirituality expressed? Participants will be guided to make their own gorget using […]

Air Force Veteran, Stacy Thompson will talk about her experiences in the military, and teach us about the proper treatment of the American flag. No registration is necessary. This event is for the whole family.

Chillicothe Gazette presents Senior Citizen Night by Adena Health System.

Winning Wednesday Gas Giveaway by Valero, Win Free Gas!

Introduction to eBooks Individual registration is required for each class. Space is limited! Classes are provided through the Guiding Ohio Online program and are taught by an AmeriCorps Service Member. Go to www.crcpl.org or call (740) 702-4100 to register.

The Robert L. Harness Lecture Series. Hopewell Culture National Historical Park is pleased to host the summer archeological lecture series. The great French archaeologist Francois Bordes wrote that the pivotal significance of the discovery of the Americas would not be matched in human history “until man lands on a hospitable planet belonging to another star.” […]

The Annual Ross County Senior Summer Picnic. Entertainment, lunch and bingo. Free to Ross County Senior Citizens. For more information call Lisa Stocklin, 740.779.9390.

Modern American artist and author Michael Albert of White Plains, NY will be here to give a presentation about his modern pop art. Then make your own masterpiece to take home. Registration is not required. This event is fun for the whole family.  

Join Waters Edge Canoe Livery & Southern Ohio Survivors for an afternoon of friendship, fun, awareness and support. Admission includes a kayak rental, t-shirt, can cooler, and a wristband for food and drinks after the float. There will be a raffle for a brand new kayak. Tickets are $1 each or 6 for $5 and […]

Lori Graves and other guests will perform.

This event is sponsored by The Bainbridge Historical Society and The Paint Valley Machinery Club. Antique tractors and machinery will be on display. The Bainbridge Historical Society Museum and the Dr. John Harris Dental Museum will be open for tours. Music and a fish fry will also be available. For more information, call 740-634-2246 or […]

A community flea market featuring crafts, antiques, and much more will be held in the parking lot of Central Center on Western Avenue in Chillicothe.  This annual event is a fundraiser for Cause for Paws, an area non-profit, no-kill animal rescue organization serving Central and Southern Ohio.

Those attending may watch members of the Ohio Plein Air Society paint along the trails. Painting will be held outside weather permitting. Registration is not required.

To offer women of the community the chance to gain self-defense knowledge that keep you from being the next victim of rape, kidnapping or other form of assault. 90% of self defense is education. Come find out what you can do to protect yourself. To preregister or for more info call (740) 856-4662 or go […]

An annual event returns to the grounds of Adena Mansion and Gardens with “Kill the Hill,” a race that features a killer hill. Participants can choose between a 5K run/walk, a 10-mile run. Both races begin and end at the Adena Visitor’s Center. Runners first descend Adena’s landmark hill, then follow a course that winds […]

Live DJs. Bring your swimsuit and friends. Food vendors will be on site.

Welcome home event - Veterans Night by VA Medical Center and OEF/OIF Care Team.

Celebrate the sun with family activities! To celebrate the start of the summer season and the magnificence of Mound City Group, Hopewell Culture National Historical Park is hosting a "Summer Solstice Celebration." Visitors of all ages are invited to join park rangers at the Mound City Group Visitor Center!  Evening activities will begin at 8:00 […]

Step back in time as the historic estate of Governor Thomas Worthington comes to life. Visitors will enjoy a wide array of interpretive experiences at the historic site.

Watercolor Ohio showcases the work of 32 Ohio artists working in water soluble mediums such as acrylic, watercolor, casein, gouache and egg tempera.

Kids Day by Subway! Tickets $1.00 for children 12 & under!

Featuring Amber Lee Connor, voice actress. Come in costume - or as you are. Perform a song or skit, or just enjoy the others. There will be yummy snacks too. No registration is necessary.

Join us for a movie. We'll bring the popcorn. No registration is necessary.

Bruce Wayne receives the Man of the Year award. Billionaire Lex Luther becomes jealous and decides to run for president. He recruits The Joker to perfect a black LEGO Destructor. Popcorn will be provided. No registration is necessary.

This is open to kids 15 years of age and younger. All participants must register between the hours of 8 a.m. and 10 a.m. at the Ross County Sportsmen & Wildlife Club Lodge. The actual Derby will be held at Ross Lake and will run from 8 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. All participants must check […]

Internet Safety Learn how to avoid scams and viruses, and how to protect your personal information. Registration is required for each class. Space is limited. Classes are provided through the Guiding Ohio Online program, and are taught by AmeriCorps service member. Please register at www.crcpl.org or (740) 702-4100.

The Ohio Department of Natural Resources will present their popular "Passport to Fishing" for youth ages 7-17. Young anglers will learn the basics of bait and tackle, casting, fish identification and other skills. Each child will go home with a free fishing pole. Registration is limited to 25 kids, and children must be at least […]

Do you love the world of science? Join us for exciting hands-on science experiments each month at Einstein Club. No registration is necessary.

Live music will be provided by Fewxion. Heavy hors d'oeuvres will be served. There will be a live and silent auction. Attendees can watch artists in action. All proceeds from this event will benefit the Chillicothe Civic Theatre. Advance tickets are available at the Chillicothe Country Club and Neil Coleman Insurance.

Microsoft Excel Basics Individual registration is required for each class. Space is limited! Classes are provided through the Guiding Ohio Online program and are taught by an AmeriCorps Service Member. Go to www.crcpl.org or call (740) 702-4100 to register.

The Robert L. Harness Lecture Series. Hopewell Culture National Historical Park is pleased to host the summer archeological lecture series. The Hopewell people were sky-watchers as evidenced by alignments to lunar and solar events present in their great geometric earthworks. But there were other entities in the sky - stars, constellations, nebulae, and our galaxy […]

Painters Chris Leeper and Robin Robers will talk about their work and life as professional artists. Registration is not required. Light refreshments will be served.

Thirsty Thursday! $1.00 draft beer

Children ages 5 -12 are invited to participate in this event. Children will complete several hands-on activities, a mock dig, to earn a Junior Archeologist badge! Parents or guardians are required to stay with their children. Call the park at (740) 774-1126 for more information.

Chillicothe Gazette presents Diamond Giveaway by Dixon Jewelers.

"Penguins of Madagascar" Sponsored by First Wesleyan Church of Chillicothe.

Bluegill Fishing derby for kids 1-15 years of age. Fish at Ross Lake from 8:00am - 12:30pm. Final check-in at club by 12:30. Plaques awarded for biggest and most fish caught in 3 age groups (1-5, 6-10, 11-15). Other prizes to be awarded. Refreshments and games available.

Four person best ball golf tournament to benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters of South Central Ohio. Registration at 8:00am.

As part of the Crossroads Zone Meet, the Heart of Ohio Studebaker Drivers Club will be holding a Saturday Concourse in Yoctangee Park. Featuring People's Choice Awards, Swap Meet, and Mini-Studebaker Racing. For more details visit www.studebakerdriversclub.com.

Chillicothe Professional Firefighters presents MDA Day/Night Golf Outing. Format: 4 man scramble. Food provided, skills prizes and giveaways, driving range. Registration 5:00pm, Shotgun Start 6:00pm For registration info visit: www.chillicothefirefighters.org

Barn in the Park by Petland

Meet all five of the plein air artists who have participated in the first annual Highlands Nature Sanctuary Artists-in-Residence program. This event will also offer a chance to view and purchase the paintings that were created during their residency. Registration is not required.

Watercolor Ohio showcases the work of 32 Ohio artists working in water soluble mediums such as acrylic, watercolor, casein, gouache and egg tempera.

Nellie, a nurse on a Pacific Island during WWII, falls in love with de Becque, a local planter. However, when she learns he is a widower with two half-caste children, she cannot accept the situation. Meanwhile, Cable falls in love with a Polynesian girl named Liat. Cable and de Bacque go off together on a […]

Kids day by Subway! Tickets $1.00 for children 12 & under.

Our game cart is full of fun games to challenge family members or friends. The spotlight will be on the game of Jenga! Jigsaw puzzles are also available for a relaxing evening. No registration is necessary.

Andrew Surritt III, chief of Rescue 101, a search and rescue service, will tell his story. He will show his emergency equipment and demonstrate rescue techniques. No registration is required.

Learn the basics of balloon sculpting! In this workshop, Erica Carlson of Columbus will teach you how to make basic twists, and help you learn to sculpt your very own creations. This is a great program for the whole family. No registration is required.

Come out and enjoy the Great Seal of Ohio Band!

It's a bird! It's a plane! no, it's a hedgehog?!? That's right, a super hedgehog! Grab your superhero cape and show off your muscles for this 30-minute, fast-paced comedy-magic show featuring Sedgewick, a real live hedgehog. This is a group participation adventure of super duper proportions. No registration is required.

The First Capital Rotary presents 2015 First Thursday Wing Fest. Enjoy ice cold Budweiser & Pepsi beverages, sample the areas greatest wings from many different local vendors. The best of all, as we kick off this holiday weekend will be grooving to the sounds of the one and only Kenny Valentine Band plus Kenny is […]

This is an adult program for those who need to learn to type without "hunting and pecking." Also learn about resources to help you improve your skills. Please register at www.crcpl.org. This class is provided through Guiding Ohio Online program and is taught by an AmeriCorps Service Member.

The Robert L. Harness Lecture Series presented by Hopewell Cultural National Historical Park. Since the February 2011 revolution that ousted Gaddafi, Libya has been struggling with the challenge of building a new country. The current perilous condition of the Libyan state now endangers a remarkable and varied range of cultural heritage dating from the prehistoric, […]

Thirsty Thursday! $1.00 Draft Beer

From Another Planet will hold an album release plus Bless The Child, Silence The Ocean, Under The Combine, Arise The Titan, Watch Them Rot and Forest Wars will perform. Admission includes a free digital copy of the album.

Master of Ceremonies Kenny Baum leads an eclectic line-up of performers including: Dick Ash, Pam Ash, Jimmy Evans, Luke Evans, Steve Evans, Karen Gentry, Mike Hutchinson, Carol McIntosh, Sean Poole, Rick Saunders, Tim Villars, and Mike Woo. The Paint Valley Jamboree is presented by The Rockhold Brown & Co. Bank.  

Chillicothe Gazette presents Fireworks Extravaganza by 94Country.

The Chillicothe Civic Theatre will host this 5K run and walk along with the Sprinkler Sprint, a 1 mile fun run. Events will begin with the singing of the National Anthem by a retired military veteran and presentation of the colors. Other events include military platoons running in formation and volunteers assisting wheelchair bound veterans […]

Dinners $8.00 Sandwiches $5.00 Other items available for purchase

Adena Mansion and Gardens will host a Red, White, & Blue Ice Cream Social to celebrate the glorious Fourth of July. Enjoy homemade fruit cobblers and root beer floats while listening to a variety of musical performances at the barn. Bring your lawn chair or picnic blanket and sit back and relax while you listen […]

This will be a fundraiser for the fireworks.  Family, friends, neighbors, athletic teams, youth groups are all invited.  The valve has been replaced and the water slide is now working. There will be food, games, and fun activities for everyone.  Plan now to make this a fun evening as you wait for the best fireworks […]

Music by Stephanie Stanley. Food will be served throughout the day, while supplies last. Music, from 7-9pm, will keep you entertained before the fireworks begin. Menu: Original Nathan's Famous Frankfurters with a variety of toppings.

Celebrate the 4th of July with the City of Chillicothe. The event gathers thousands from surrounding communities to witness the celebration of our nation’s independence in the beautiful setting of Yoctangee Park with over 40 acres of viewing space within the park annex.