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NERAT / BIG ROCK PRODUCTS CLASS $11,000 TO WIN $125 ENTRY IF AN OLDSTYLE CAR WINS THEY WILL GET A $3000 BONUS IF A METRIC CAR WINS THEN THE HIGHEST PLACING OLD STYLE CAR WILL GET $1500 DERBYTEES.COM TURN BACK THE CLOCK CLASS $12,000 TO WIN $125 ENTRY IF A METRIC CAR WINS THEY WILL GET […]

Join the Village of Bainbridge and the American Legion Post 14 as they present Olde Time Memorial Day Parade on Monday, May 28th. Decorate your bike, trike or wagon!! Line up at Maple & Third at 1:30PM, Parade Starts at 1:45PM and Ceremony in the Cemetery at 2:00PM.

If you love outstanding live entertainment, it’s time to experience the musical genius (that's completely debatable!) and crazy antics of Chris Logsdon Liveon stage. Chris’ performance blends his own unique brand of parity and audience participation tunes along with a wide range of your acoustic rock favorites—timeless music you know by heart spanning nearly five decades. […]

The Ross County Agricultural Society presents 2018 Speed Show on June 1st & 2nd at the Ross County Fairgrounds. The horse barrel racing schedule is Friday, June 1st- the Exhibitions are 5-7PM and show starts at 8:00PM Saturday, June 2nd- the Exhibitions are 7:00AM-9:30AM and show starts at 10:00AM For more information contact Carl Ford […]

Relay For Life is a grass roots, community-based team event.  They are so excited this year to have the combined efforts of Ross County and Pike County raising money to fight the fight against cancer! Although every Relay For Life event is different, they do have a few things in common. Event Schedule Opening Ceremony Time […]

The Chillicothe Paints welcome the Kokomo Jackrabbits to VA Memorial Stadium at 7:05PM for Opening Night 2018. The Chillicothe Gazette presents Fireworks Extravaganza sponsored by 94 Country.

NAMI Southern Ohio presents the film "The Valley" as part of their Mental Health Awareness. Audiences have said they found it “haunting”, “gripping”, “moving” and “couldn’t take their eyes off the screen”.  The film has been in 23 film festivals all over the world, has earned 11 awards and 19 nominations including: Best Picture, Best Feature Film, Best Director, Best Original Screenplay, Best Lead […]

First Wesleyan presents Movie in the Park! We'll gather at Poland Park at dusk and watch the movie "Ferdinand". There will be popcorn and drinks.

The Ross County Agricultural Society presents 2018 Speed Show on June 1st & 2nd at the Ross County Fairgrounds. The horse barrel racing schedule is Saturday, June 2nd- the Exhibitions are 7:00AM-9:30AM and show starts at 10:00AM For more information contact Carl Ford at 740-703-7566

The Library will be at the Chillicothe Farmers Market on Saturday, June 2nd from 8am-12:oo noon. Stop by and see us there!

An Amazing Race-like event in Downtown Chillicothe. A mix of riddle solving, puzzles, scavenger hunt and physical challenges. Guaranteed to be a fun morning for the entire family. About thirty downtown businesses will be participating as a checkpoints along the way and there will be countless other tasks and challenges throughout downtown Chillicothe and Yoctangee […]

Spend your morning immersed in nature with Bob and Bill on a 2.5 mile hike. Meet in the Barrett’s Rim parking lot at 9:45am, hike will begin promptly at 10am and will last until about 12:30pm. Barrett’s Rim is referred to as the “Jewel of the Rock Fork Gorge” and is one of the most […]

RESERVATIONS APPRECIATED for planning Includes kayaking lessons, 1 hour kayaking around Salt Creek Kayak Adventures with Instructors supervising, fishing (poles & worms provided), rock skipping contest, swimming, and Jen’s nature & wildlife conservation talk!

The Atomic Speedway welcomes the Hall of Fame Class of 2018, inductees TBA. Carpet Outlet Late Models $2,000 to win ($200 steel block bonus) Kears Speed Shop/VMS Heating & Cooling Sprints $2,000 to win OTP Industrial Solutions Modifieds $1,000 to win C&M Racing Equipment Sport Mods $400 to win More information TBA.

2 XTREME RACING presents: FOR THE FIRST TIME EVER...."THE MONSTERS ARE COMING " !! "Chillicothe Spring Nationals Monster Truck Showdown" America's Biggest & Baddest Monster Truck Show..is coming to Chillicothe, Ohio !! Enjoy All the Fun & High Energy Excitement of the BIGGEST & BADDEST MONSTER TRUCKS on the Planet!! **************************************************************** featuring Giant National TV […]

Join us for a special event to introduce our newest and latest specialty glazes. In this class we will paint the handled platter pictured. One of the Nellie Dog staff will be on hand to walk you through step by step how to paint and create a beautiful piece that all your guest will be […]

Movie Night at the Majestic “A toon-hating detective is a cartoon rabbit’s only hope to prove his innocence when he is accused of murder.” (Rated PG) (Animation, Adventure, Comedy) Starring: Bob Hoskins, Christopher Lloyd, Joanna Cassidy Advance tickets available at www.MajesticChillicothe.net

Does your child like to explore the natural world around them? Would they like to play on the estate as the Worthington children did? Join us for a Scavenger Hunt at Adena Mansion and Gardens. Led by our own Braeden Conaway, the scavenger hunt will give kids the opportunity to explore the Worthington estate more […]

The Chillicothe Paints welcome the Champion City Kings to VA Memorial Stadium at 6:05 PM. For ticket information call 740-773-TEAM (8326).

Join the Huntington Branch Library for a blast from the past as they start their Huntington Bookworm programs with a 50's themed party and ice cream floats. Come dressed in your 50's clothes if you would like and sign up for Bookworm, and be prepared to have fun.

Join the Richmond Dale Branch Library for fun stories about dogs during preschool storytime on Monday, June 4th

Join the Kingston Branch Library and help celebrate National Candy Month! Read a book all about candy and even have some to share afterwards. There will also be a fun craft to make and take home.

First Capital Rotary presents the annual First Thursday - Pizza Fest. Enjoy the sounds of 3 day bender, sample some of the finest Pizza Makers in the area and enjoy ice cold Pepsi & Budweiser products. All your friends will be there, come on down after work and enjoy First Thursday Pizza Fest!

The Ross County Sheriff's Office presents the 19th Annual D.A.R.E. Golf Outing. 4-Man Scramble. Entry fee: $50.00 per player or $200 per team. Entry fee includes greens fee, cart, sandwiches, bottled water, soda and brats throughout your round. Door prizes, skill prizes, 50/50 cash raffle, and trophies will be awarded. 8:00am registration / 9:00am shotgun […]

Join us for a pre-release party! FoF author, Melissa Rooney, and illustrator, Stacy Fabbre, will host a Q&A, a reading of their children's book (rec. ages 2-10 YO), and a make-your-own tadpole craft using recycled materials. We look forward to meeting adults and children alike.

New Again is coming back to the historic Paxton Theatre in Bainbridge for a All Gospel Saturday Night. The first half singing will be by 4GIVEN out of Leesburg, and the second half and closing out will be New Again. If you have never been to the Paxton Theatre, you will love being a part […]

The event involves two races to appeal to athletes at all levels: a 5K run/walk and a 10 mile run. All courses begin and end at Adena Mansion & Gardens Visitor Center. Runners first descend Adena's landmark hill, then follow a course that winds through Yaples Orchard and Yoctangee Park before returning up the hill […]

Join us for a lecture from our very own Adena historian, Mary Anne Brown, as she discusses the lives and legacies of the Worthington men. Mary Anne has done a tremendous amount of research on the Worthington family and will take this time to go in depth on the impact of the Worthington men from […]

Come join us for an evening of fun, food and fellowship as we enjoy Painting With A Purpose. Painting With A Purpose is a group painting session that is open to the public and offers a casual setting to relax and get your creative juices flowing. All supplies are provided and local artist, Lyndsey Mincey, […]

The Chillicothe Paints welcome the Champion City Kings to VA Memorial Stadium at 6:05 PM. For ticket information call 740-773-TEAM (8326).

Join the Paxton Branch Library to create your own disco ball. Hang it from your bedroom ceiling to watch the light sparkle off it as you dance around your room.

Join the Howard S. Young Branch Library on Monday, June 11th at 5:30PM for Kids Paint Night! Capture on Canvas. Do you have a little artist who loves to be creative? Be inspired by the music as your little one paints to the beat! All materials will be provided.

Join the Richmond Dale Branch Library for Family Bingo Night at the Library at 6:00PM on Monday, June 11th. Come and enjoy the fun!!

Join the Huntington Branch Library for a fun-filled Bookworm event. Make your own musical instrument with the materials they provide.

Teens, this is your chance to try your hand at 3D printing. Stop by and create a personalized key chain or necklace and marvel at this technology.

Join the Kingston Branch Library for a community discussion about future plans for the Kingston Branch Library and building. They want to hear from you!!  They will have some children's activities planned so parents can participate in the meeting.

The Chillicothe Paints welcome the Champion City Kings to VA Memorial Stadium at 7:05 PM. For ticket information call 740-773-TEAM (8326).

The Chillicothe Rotary Club and Tecumseh Outdoor Drama & Concert Venue invite you to join them for an evening of food, fun and fellowship for a great cause! Partio has become one of Chillicothe’s biggest and most fun fundraisers over the past several years and 2018 will be no exception! Your ticket includes food, soft […]

One of Huntington's own, Terry Stewart, who has played with several regional bands will be at the Huntington Branch Library to assist anyone interested in learning to play guitar. Bring your own guitar or use one of theirs. Terry will be teaching a mini lesson on chords and how to tune a guitar.

Kids of all ages, come in to create a beautiful and personalized card from the heart for Dear old Dad, Grandpa, Uncle. or ... anyone special to you.

Join us for a night of fun on the big screen! Come inside from the heat and float around in the pool while watching FROZEN! *Normal pool rules apply. *Children ages 7 years and younger must be accompanied by an adult. *Lifeguards will be on duty. *Pool noodles, bubbles and floats will be available for […]

Shane Runion grew up in a working class home, and has used the work ethic he learned to build a music catalog and fan-base that is catching the eye of everyone from the Tri-State to Nashville. Shane is a Nashville recording artist (2017 CMA “Emerging Artist”) winning folks over with great music, an exciting live […]

Native warm-season forages are versatile assets for adding value to land preservation, wildlife conservation, and agricultural systems. Come discover more about their beneficial uses at Hopewell Culture National Historical Park. Speakers from multiple supportive agencies will be featured. An interactive tour of the Hopeton Earthworks site will also be offered. This event is free and […]

The Chillicothe Paints welcome the West Virginia Miners to VA Memorial Stadium at 7:05 PM. For ticket information call 740-773-TEAM (8326). “Party with the Paints”. Filo Beddoe will play after the game . Party with the Paints is sponsored by Budweiser.

The Chillicothe Paints welcome the West Virginia Miners to VA Memorial Stadium at 6:05 PM. For ticket information call 740-773-TEAM (8326).

Famously crowned as "the new queen of bluegrass" by the Wall Street Journal, and the most decorated artist in that field. Vincent's music incorporates savvy contemporary touches while drawing deeply from the authentic traditions of classic bluegrass, with a flawless band that can execute break-neck instrumentals to heart wrenching ballads. Her latest project "Taken" features […]

Join the Huntington Branch Library as they go way back to the 1970's  with music, trivia, and the ultimate 70s food - fondue. It will be fun to the max!!!

Come to the South Salem Branch Library to see over 30 creatures, from turtles to bearded dragons to snakes, with the turtle lady. Learn about these fascinating creatures, then get "up close and personal" by holding and petting them.

The Huntington Branch Library wants you to Inspire someone today with a Peace Rock. Create Peace Rocks to keep for yourself or leave in public areas for others to find. Write inspirational messages, or just paint brightly colored creations for inspiration. Stop by and be creative

Join the Richmond Dale Branch Library to create scratch off guitar ornaments.

The McNerlin Network, HER Realtors of Chillicothe is Hosting Party in the Parks this summer. A different park each week, every Tuesday evening for 8 weeks. Food Trucks, Music, giveaways, and a chance to win a Cruise to the Bahamas!

"Between Foragers and Samurai: Violence in Late Prehistoric Japan" - Brian Padgett During the Yayoi period of Japan (BCE 400 – 250), immigrants from the Asian mainland brought tools and weapons of bronze and iron to Japan, as well as wet rice agriculture, which replaced foraging as the dominant form of subsistence. These were revolutionary […]

Teens, join the Howard S. Young Branch Library on June 20th, they think you ROCK!! Join them for #games, #crafts, #selfie booth, #food and #fun.

Date: June 21, 2018 Time: promptly at 6:00 am, arrive early to begin on time In the northern hemisphere, June 21 marks the transition from the short days of winter to the bright, long days of summer. Derived from two Latin words, sol (sun) and sistere (to stand still), the word solstice actually means “sun […]

Wild Roots Botanicals and Mighty Children's Museum are teaming up to bring you a Fairy Garden Mason Jar workshop! Students will create their own fairy garden to take home and enjoy all summer long. Cost is $15 and 20 spots are available. See the eventbrite link for more details!

Join us for an afternoon of friendship, fun, awareness and support! Registration is $30 and includes a kayak rental*, t-shirt, can cooler, and a wristband for food and drinks after the float. If you already have a kayak, bring it with you to save $5 on your registration fee. You'll still get a t-shirt, can […]

Join us for a special event to introduce our newest product, Stoneware. In this class we will paint the salad plate pictured. You will have the option of one of three different glaze colors. We will go over the difference between stoneware and bisque and teach you the best technique to creating a set of […]

The Chillicothe Paints welcome the Butler Bluesox to VA Memorial Stadium at 7:05 PM. For ticket information call 740-773-TEAM (8326).

Youth Bluegill Fishing Derby for kids 15 years of age and under. All participants must register at the Ross County Sportsman & Wildlife Club.  All kids must be accompanied by an adult (18 and older) At all times and must provide their own tackle and bait. Prizes will be awarded to all, plaques for biggest […]

Ohio Sprint Speedweek Finale' / Rick Ferkel Classic All Star Sprints $10,000 to win Carpet Outlet Late Models $2,000 to win ($200 steel block bonus) All Gates OPEN 2:00PM Autograph Session 4:30-5:00PM Drivers Meeting 5:30PM Hot Laps begin 6:00PM General Admission Kids (0-12) FREE Adults (13-59) $22 60+Seniors $20 Pit Passes Kids (0-5) FREE Kids […]

This fundraiser will benefit many wonderful organizations!! The Ross County YMCA, The Child Protection Center, Carver Community Center, The Ross-Chillicothe Library, Pioneer School, M.A.D.E. & The Buck Fifty, Inc., The Mighty Children's Museum, Bishop Flaget School, Berger Health Systems, Scopes Academy, Adena Regional Medical Center, The Majestic Theatre, Inc., Rock for Tots, The Recovery Council, […]

Join us for the event of the summer at the Hottest new venue in Southern Ohio to support the St Jude Children's Research Hospital and the fight against childhood cancer. Great wine. Great food. Great music. Great friends. Music provided by Second Story String Band Dinner provided by 7 Miles Smokehouse Dessert provided by Chillicothe […]

Nashville recording artist, TIM EASTON, live on the Machinery Hall Stage, with special guest MICHAEL BOYLE! Saturday, June 23rd at 8:00. American songwriter Tim Easton was born on the Canadian border in upstate New York and spent his formative years living in Tokyo, Japan and Akron, Ohio. Traveling early and often, he learned the ways […]

Join us to honor our independence with this beautiful painting of our flag and Soldier. This is a 3 hour class for beginners. No experience is necessary. This class will have an instructor that will walk you through each step. Just show up and wait to be amazed. At the end of this class you […]

The Chillicothe Paints welcome the West Virginia Miners to VA Memorial Stadium at 6:05 PM. For ticket information call 740-773-TEAM (8326).

Join the Howard S. Young Branch Library outside on the lawn for musical fun. Their music stations will include, water play, make your own instrument, a drum station and more!!

The Chillicothe Paints welcome the Kokomo Jackrabbits to VA Memorial Stadium at 7:05 PM. For ticket information call 740-773-TEAM (8326).

Come to the Huntington Branch Library to see real rocks that came from the moon. Carmen Tarbill will tell you about how NASA got these rocks, along with more moon facts.

The Huntington Branch Library is calling all "material girls" amd dudes..join them for a totally rad dance contest!! Strike a pose!!

Come to the Richmond Dale Branch Library to see real rocks that came from the moon. Carmen Tarbill will tell you about how NASA got these rocks, along with more moon facts.

Join the Huntington Branch Library as they welcome Lafferty Pike, an all-girl Bluegrass Band, as they perform and teach kids hands-on about their instruments. Join them for a toe tapping fun event!

We invite you to slow down and soak up the moon’s soothing energy this summer. On those days where you’re feeling depleted, overstimulated, or overheated, you can benefit from a slower yoga practice that helps quiet your mind and body and balances your energy before you get to the point of exhaustion. Led by a […]

Lace up your sneakers and don your best red, white, and blue! Come run or walk with Chillicothe Civic Theatre through historic downtown Chillicothe, Ohio's first capital, and scenic Yoctangee Park on this Patriotic holiday weekend, and help support our home theatre project. Run or walk our 5K or enjoy the beautiful summer morning with […]

The 2018 annual meeting of the "Friends of Lucy Hayes" will be 2pm Saturday, June 30th at the "Lucy House." The Friends are the nonprofit group who manage the Lucy Hayes Heritage Center at 90 West Sixth Street, the birthplace of Chillicothe's First Lady of Ohio and of the United States. Board President David Tillis […]

The Fashion Show will feature designs, from the beautiful collection of: Marchell Lavon Designs. Marchell Lavon design collection has been featured on several runways across the United States, including: New York, Detroit, and Columbus fashion week. Purpose: to bring something new, different, and FUN to Chillicothe and to also help promote small businesses, groups, individuals […]

Kears Speed Shop/VMS Heating & Cooling Sprints $10,054 to win “Dean Knittel Memorial” Ohio Pest Control 305 Sprints $2,554 to win C&M Racing Equipment Sport Mods $400 to win From the Knittel family: On behalf of The Knittel Family and all of our sponsors we are very proud to present to you, "The 1st Annual […]

Alexis Gomez is much more than just another fresh voice for country music. While she was known as the “Mexican, Hillbilly, Hippie” as a Top 16 Finalist on the hit FOX show American Idol (Season 14), she’s much more than that, too! The multi-instrumentalist has been singing for as long as she remembers. As a […]