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Adena Mansion & Gardens hosts their annual Car Show. All vehicles welcome. There will be door prizes, 50/50 cash drawing, food vendors & music. One 5-foot Best of Show trophy! Car registration: 10am - 12:30pm / $15.00  

Harry Potter’s Birthday Costume Party! Join us at Nellie Dog Pottery and Paints to celebrate the birthday of Harry Potter. Here is how it works: 1. Register for the event at www.nelliedogpottery.com, select special event. 2. The 15$ registration fee gets you a ticket to the event and also a ceramic Wand to paint however you […]

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

Tecumseh Outdoor Drama presents Shakespeare on Sugarloaf: "Much Ado About Nothing" Shakespeare’s comic romance is set amidst the high spirits of a post-war house party. Don Pedro, Claudio, Benedick and all their troops, recently returned from deployment in Afghanistan, are able to relax and enjoy the company and hospitality of their friend Leonato, his daughter […]

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

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

Join the Huntington Branch Library on Thursday, August 2nd at 5pm for their End of Bookworm 2018 party. Come and Celebrate your reading accomplishments with us.

First Capital Rotary presents the First Thursday - Taste of Chillicothe.

The Chillicothe Paints welcome the Champion City Kings to VA Memorial Stadium at 7:05 PM. For ticket information call 740-773-TEAM (8326). “FIREWORKS EXTRAVAGANZA!” Thursday, August 2. Fireworks Extravaganzas are presented by the Chillicothe Gazette and sponsored by 94 Country and Budweiser.

Green Corn Ceremony and Festival sponsored by the Saponi-Catawba Nation along with members of the Saponi Nation of Ohio, the Tutelo Nahyssan Tribal Nation, and the Occaneechie Band of the Saponi Nation. Will be singing, dancing and drumming on August 4th in Yoctangee Park from 11am-5pm Bring your favorite corn dish and a buffet plate. […]

Join the Kings Inn Tavern Giovannis Pizza located at 7 N. Main Street, Kingston, Ohio, on Saturday, August 4th from 1:00-4:00 PM for a Car show for any & all types of vehicles 🚗. Public judging. Prizes to be awarded. Call 740-497-8794 with any questions.

NSF Adventures present the Green Corn Moon ROGAINE. 6-hour day & night foot ROGAINE. One half light and one half dark and finish before the werewolves attack at midnight. Explore a very fun park full of trails and limited undergrowth which makes for easy navigation in the dark. Expect a bonus navigation challenge to test […]

Movie Night at the Majestic "Risky Business" “A Chicago teenager is looking for fun at home while his parents are away, but the situation quickly gets out of hand.” (Rated R) (Comedy, Crime, Drama) Starring: Tom Cruise, Rebecca De Mornay, Joe Pantaliano Advance tickets available at www.MajesticChillicothe.net

Join the Paxton Branch Library to paint a a beautiful summer sunflower on a wine glass! Materials will be provided.

Its time again for the monthly Book Club at the Kingston Branch Library. Please bring your opinions and any insight about books to share to the library on August 6th at 6pm.

Join the Howard S. Young Branch Library for a hopping good storytime on Friday, August 10th at 2pm. They will have a story time and a craft and also a visit from a real live rabbit!!

Join the Paxton Branch Library on Friday, August 10th at 3pm for preschool rock painting. Preschoolers are welcomed to come and paint rocks then take them home to decorate their rooms.

Mack McKenzie returns to Chillicothe along with his full band and special guest David Payne.

The AKJU Team America Nationals Tournament This tournament is open to all styles of martial arts, ages and genders. There will be divisions for Karate, Jujitsu, and Iaido.

A first ever ALL DAY Bluegrass Event at the historic Paxton Theatre in Bainbridge, Oh. Festivities will include community jam session, food trucks, and 11 hours of live music.  Bands include The Lonesome River Band (Virginia), New Again (Bainbridge), Poverty String Band (Lucasville), Canaan Creek (Tennessee), Wood & Strings (Mt. Sterling), & Wonpeace (Chillicothe).

Battle Lines have been drawn! See all of your favorite IWA Superstars in action including the Vicious Vixens of IWA in an intergender tag match and see Every Body's Favorite Blockhead Charlie Brown put his Career on the line against IWA Heavyweight champion The Southern Psychopath JD Blaze in a Career Vs. Championship match!! Main […]

Join the Corner Pub for a night of good ole boot stompin country music as they present Travis Brown and the Drifters. Clear your calendar for August 11th and join them as you throw back to the days of Willie, Waylon, Cash and more!

Joe's Truck Stop: Country Blues band with a sound realized by traditional vocal harmonies, tight arrangements, and hot picking, all the while maintaining a strong focus on lyric writing and story telling. We meld these together through the country blues lexicon employing Bluegrass drive, Honky Tonk swing, Old Time fiddling, Surf Rock, Rockabilly, and whatever […]

Have you ever wondered what the night sky in Chillicothe would have looked like before all of the light pollution and smog? Here at Adena Mansion and Gardens we have an excellent view of the stars. Join us for a star gazing event with a guest lecturer, where you can enjoy the beauty of the […]

Join the Kingston Branch Library for fun outdoor games and then cool off with a refreshing root beer float!

Join the Paxton Library for the 2nd Annual Ice Cream Social on Monday, August 13th at 6pm

Free admission sponsored by E.M. Smith Jewelers. Back to School Bash. Don't miss out on the fun. 10am - 12pm Blender Bike Challenge for ages 9+ (pedal to blend your very own smoothie) 2pm - 4pm Chillicothe & Ross County Library We will also be collecting school supplies to be donated to elementary schools in […]

The First Ladies Roundtable • A New Program at the Lucy Hayes Heritage Center The Board of the Friends of Lucy are excited about a new free program we are introducing in June. It will be similar to a book club, but instead of everyone reading the same book, we will be discussing our country’s […]

Join us for another Family Fun night on the big screen! Come inside from the heat and float around in the pool while watching FINDING NEMO! *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 […]

Frank Grasso Live on the Machinery Hall Stage! Frank is a singer/songwriter/performer who combines his Pop, Country, and Rock influences into a collection of songs are relatable and fun! Call 740-771-4770 to reserve your seat to #pouron the fun!

Third Annual Back to School Splash benefitting Little Blessings, Inc, a non-profit organization dedicated to helping local K-9 units and schools. This even will take place in beautiful Yoctangee Park in historic Chillicothe, Ohio. Car Show registration 10 am till noon, awards announced at 3:00. Registration $10 There will be something for all ages, including […]

Easterseals of Central & Southeast Ohio presents Summer Shindig benefiting Discovery Garden. Discovery Garden is a free, weekly inter-generational playgroup supporting parents and families with infants, toddlers , and preschoolers of all abilities in Ross County. Through educational play, the program focuses o early childhood development sot that every child is prepared for kindergarten ready […]

Entertainment: * Kenny Valentine Band * Fork in the Road * Six to Noon Information: * We will have a Silent/Chinese auction in the shelter house. * 50/50 Raffle * Food will be sold in the shelter house. * You can bring your own refreshments. NO GLASS!! * Please bring a lawn chair. Cost: * […]

World Classic Professional Big Time Wrestling comes to the Ross County Fairgrounds Air-Conditioned Multi-Purpose Building for a great night of professional wrestling action! There will be a meet and greet with the stars at 7pm, and matches start at 8pm! See WWE Hall of Famers ARRIBA Tito Santana and Mr. USA Tony Atlas, WWE Legend […]

Adults- learn to whip up a quick and easy fresh salsa. We will use produce from our library garden, and try it out with some tortilla chips. Registration is required.

Enjoy an evening of 1960's rock influenced by the Beatles, Dave Clark Five, The Kingsmen, The Ventures, and various Motown. Call 740-771-4770 to make your reservation!

The Ross County Humane Society is excited to announce their 4th annual Miles for Mutts Fun Trail Run/Walk. Join them at 9:30 a.m. on August 25, 2018, at Hopewell Mound Group (4731 Sulphur Lick Rd) to put in some steps to benefit the shelter. Please be sure to arrive early to receive your race packet […]

Join us for our first B.A.R.K. Ranger program, to be held on the 102nd birthday of the National Park Service. This event celebrates dogs in parks all across the country and promotes the benefit of getting outside for a walk with your pet in nearby national parks. These spaces were set aside for the enjoyment […]

There will be games and balloons for children outside, and musical entertainment inside, for "Lemonade Lucy." Support the Friends of Lucy Hayes with a donation of $4 for adults and $2 for children for the event.  Carry-out will be available. The house will also be open for tours during regular Saturday hours from 1 to […]

Aron Jones & The Kool Kats is a 50's Elvis Rock-n-Roll tribute band whose one goal is to show new fans & remind older fans what Elvis shows were like in the 1950's when he was released on an unsuspecting nation: loud, raw, and different than anything before or since.

Join the Ross Chillicothe League of Women Voters for free ice cream and trivia with prizes.

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 […]

Join the Howard S. Young Library for their 2nd Annual Dog Days of Summer, a canine event at the Frankfort Library. They will be hosting the Ross County K-9 unit, Tye the Listening Dog, the Animal Care Clinic, Petland, and Cause for Paws Ohio. Learn about pet care and adoption, read to the therapy dog […]

Join the Kingston Branch Library on Monday, August 27th at 5:30pm for Paint Night. Join the Fun

Join the Richmond Dale Branch Library for a cookie exchange on Monday, August 27th at 6PM. Bring three dozen cookies and leave with a mixed three dozen.

Join the Main Library for Game Night on August 28th from 6-8pm. Come check out the collection of board games and play your favorites

Come join us for Pioneer's first Outdoor Movie night sponsored by the Ross County Advocates, Pioneer Center Adult Recreation, and the Breathe Program Teen Center. Snacks will be available for purchase. Please bring a blanket or a lawn chair to sit on. Movie for the Night is Wonder Woman

At this event a Nellie Dog Staff member will read the children the classic book named "Where The Wild Things Are" and paint the Meaty Money Bank. This class will provide a unique experience designed to increase your child's confidence where they will utilize there imagination to paint a unique design all their own. This […]

Be sure to mark you calendars to attend our 2nd Annual Bark in the Park event. We will provide updates for attractions, music, and location as we get a little closer. Last year this event raised the shelter almost $9,000 worth of much needed funds and we want to make it bigger and better this […]

At this event your child will paint their very own Poo Poo plate. This class will provide a unique experience designed to increase your child's confidence. This project is geared towards beginner artist. A Nellie Dog staff member will be on hand to provide instructions, encouragement, and inspiration. Your child will leave with a unique […]

This event is to help increase membership for the OBA and all the money raised will benefit the OBA, it's members and all hunters in Ohio. The items we have for this event have been sponsored and donated by great people and business's who are willing to help us. If you are going or even […]

Movie Night at the Majestic "Grease" Sponsored by Horizon “Good girl Sandy and greaser Danny fell in love over the summer. When they unexpectedly discover they’re now in the same high school, will they be able to rekindle their romance?” (Rated PG-13) (Musical, Romance) Starring: John Travolta, Olivia Newton-John, Stockard Channing Advance tickets available at […]

Gravity Cats invite you to join them on Saturday September 1 at The Dock on Water starting at 8:00 PM. They will be performing four of their themed sets: Animal House (songs from the movie), 70's, 80's, and 90's. You will recognize most, if not all of their songs as your favorites of each decade. […]