Preble County, Ohio - Events Schedule - 2011

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Preble County offers many local festivals such as the Preble County Pork Festival, Lewisburg Derby Days, Camden Black Walnut Festival and the Fairhaven Antique Show.

The pride in local history is reflected at the Preble County Historical Society, the remaining seven covered bridges and even in the Christmas song "Up on the House Top" that was written in New Paris by Rev. Benjamin Hanby back in 1864.

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February 12 - A Tribute to Rosie McNees Public Reception: Saturday February 12, 2 - 4pm
Public Artwork Auction: Saturday March 5, 11am

February 25 – Friday Night at the Movies 12:30 p.m.The movie for February is the drama, "Eat, Pray, and Love," starring Julia Roberts. The movie will be shown on the large screen at The Gathering Place, 501 Nation Avenue, Eaton. There is no charge to attend and light refreshments will be served.Senior Center at (937) 456-4947. Fasting is not required. Event will be held at The Gathering Place, 501 Nation Avenue, Eaton.
March 4 Old-Fashioned Carry-In Lunch and "Pie & Cake Auction 12:00 pm You are invited to join us at The Gathering Place, 501 Nation Avenue, Eaton, for an Old-Fashioned Carry-In Lunch. Please bring a covered dish to share. We will provide table service and beverages. After lunch, we would like to welcome our special speaker, Thomas Bradley, a Preble County Historian.
To finish our afternoon, you will have a chance to bid on some delicious desserts at our "Pie & Cake" Auction. This is always a popular event. There will be many homemade items to choose from.

March 4 & 5 Central States Tractor Pull Preble County Fairgrounds Expo & Bruner
March 4 The Preble County Art Association is pleased to announce a children’s art class to be held at the Preble Fine Arts Center in Eaton during the month of March. Janet Burkett will be offering a children’s class during the month of March. Colors – What’s Your Favorite? is for children ages 7 and up. Everyone has a favorite color and every color is beautiful. Students will learn about the color wheel and will explore color with several projects including fabric dyeing, painting and making a mixed media collage. This class will be held every Wednesday from 4 to 5:30 pm beginning March 9 for a total of 4 weeks. Tuition for this class is $40, due by the first day of class, and includes materials. To register for this class, please call the Fine Arts Center at 937-456-3999 or email at office@takepartinart.net. Additional information about this class and the Art Association and the Arts Center, including directions can be found at the web site, www.takepartinart.net.

March 11 Chili Cook-Off Calling all cooks! Get out your favorite chili soup recipe and start cooking! We want you to enter your pot of chili in our upcoming "Chili Cook-Off." Please RSVP to the Senior Center if you plan to enter your chili.
Judging will take place at 11:30 am at The Gathering Place, 501 Nation Avenue, Eaton. At 12:00 noon, you can sample all the chili soup entries at $1 per bowl. Of course, entrants eat at no charge.

It's always a surprise to see the many types of chili soup, some with meat, or no meat, some with beans, or no beans, some with mild seasoning or hot seasoning, and of course there is "on fire" seasoning. Plan now to join us for this special event.

March 12 Antique Tractor Pull Preble County Fairgrounds Expo
March 14 The Preble County Art Association is pleased to announce the next two sessions of Adult Art classes. This class is open to any adult age 18 years and up who is interested in learning and practicing the basics of drawing and painting, as taught by Joyce Young. No previous art experience is required. In this class students will be instructed in the basics of drawing and painting: perspective, shading and shadowing, and color mixing. All mediums are welcome. A supply list will be provided on the first day of class or students may bring their own supplies. The class will be held every Monday from 1-4pm for four weeks beginning March 14 for the first session and beginning April 11 for the next session. Students may participate in either or both sessions. Tuition is $45, due by the first day of class.For additional information or to sign up for these classes, please call the Fine Arts Center at 937-456-3999 or email at office@takepartinart.net.

March 18 & 19 Ohio Dorset Sale Preble County Fairgrounds Bruner
March 16 The Preble County Safety Council will meet at 12:00 noon at the Preble County YMCA on Washington-Jackson Road, Eaton.
March 18 Meet Me At The Hop Dance to the Oldies 12:30 pm. $3.00 per person or $5.00 per couple
The Preble County Senior Center and the "Fun Bunch" got together to plan a dance, and you are invited to attend. Join us at The Gathering Place, 501 Nation Avenue, Eaton, for a fun evening of "Rock & Roll." Food will be available for purchase. Everyone is welcome to attend.

The "Fun Bunch" plans to hold future fundraiser dances for the Senior Center on the third Friday of each month. Watch the monthly calendar for themes and details!
March 25 Friday at the Movies 12:30 pm Movies are scheduled monthly at The Gathering Place, 501 Nation Avenue, Eaton. At 12:30 pm, our next presentation is "Calendar Girl" (PG-13), starring Helen Mirren and Julie Walters. This hilarious comedy/drama features a Women's Institute chapter's plans for a fundraising effort for a local hospital by posing nude for a calendar. The idea becomes a media sensation.
March 26 Chamber of Commerce Expo Preble County Fairgrounds Expo. 10:00 am - 3:00 pm.
March 29 TriHealth Women's Health Van Eaton Family Care Center 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Free Mammogram screening. Call 866-236-7588
April 1 & 2 Roger Hunker Sheep & Goat Sale 419-217-2828 Friday 6PM Saturday 8:30 AM Preble County Fairgrounds
April 1 April Fool's Day Lunch 12:00 pm
We'll have fun with "April Fool's Day," when you join us for lunch at The Gathering Place, 501 Nation Avenue, Eaton. We eat at 12:00 noon. A great Barbershop Quartet will entertain after lunch, and that's no joke. The cost is $10 per person. (Just kidding, after all it's "April Fool's Day!") There is no charge to attend, but please RSVP for lunch by calling the Senior Center at 456-4947 by March 30th.
April 1 Heaven’s Corner Zoo & Animal Sanctuary is open for the Season! Stop in to see Niko the White Bengal Tiger, Wally & Molly the Syrian Brown Bears, Maggie the Capuchin Monkey, plus the other 150+ animals being cared for at our sanctuary. Hours are Tuesday – Saturday 11am-6pm.
2011 Admission prices are:
$9 for Adults
$6 for Children ages 3-12 and for Seniors 65 & older
FREE for Children 2 & under
Groups and birthday parties welcome! Visit our NEW website www.heavenscornerzoo.org for our latest happenings, or find us on Facebook. You may also call us at 937-839-5005, or email us at heavenscornerzoo@gmail.com for more information.
We are located at 385 Quinn Rd. West Alexandria, OH 45381 Amanda Dalton Development Director/VOLUNTEER Heaven’s Corner Zoo & Animal Sanctuary 937.416.5520 Mobile www.heavenscornerzoo.org 385 Quinn Road West Alexandria, OH 45381 937.839.5005 Follow us on Facebook! www.facebook.com/HeavensCornerZoo

April 2 Free Car Seat Safety Check Sponsored by: Rodney Cobb Chevrolet, Preble County General Health District, Eaton Rotary and Safe Kids of Greater Dayton Date: Saturday, April 2, 2011
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Place: Rodney Cobb Chevrolet
500 East Main Street
Eaton, OH 45320-1902
April 7 Housing Fair EATON - The H.I.T. Foundation (Home Is The Foundation) recently announced plans to host a Housing Fair on April 7 from 2 PM to 7 PM. The event will be held at the Eaton First Church of God at 601 E. Lexington Rd. in Eaton.The event will feature programs and services provided by the H.I.T. Foundation and partnering agencies which offer housing programs and other forms of public assistance. The fair is being offered in conjunction with Ohio’s foreclosure prevention effort, Restoring Stability: A Save the Dream Ohio Initiative, administered by the Ohio Housing Finance Agency (OHFA).Agencies scheduled to attend include: Miller Valentine Group (Eaton Senior Villas), New Housing Ohio (Prestwick Square Apartments), Preble County General Health District, Mental Health and Recovery Board, Community Action Partnership, Ohio Housing Finance Agency, Office of Ohio Consumers’ Council (Residential Utility Consumer Advocate) and the Regional Air Pollution Control Agency. (937) 472-0500 Extenstion 402

April 7 Day Trip Preble County Council on Aging, 800 East St. Clair Street, Eaton, Ohio 45320 (937) 456-4947 or 1-800-238-5146 – Grand Victoria Casino & Resort, Aurora, Indiana - $29

April 9 Evening Candlelight Dinner - Springtime Theme Twin Creek Tea Room, 19 E Dayton St. West Alexandria, reservations required Serving 5:30 and 7:30
For more information contact 937-839-5094

April 9 Flea Market Preble County Fairgrounds Bruner
April 10 5K Walk/Runusic on Main at the Courthouse in Eaton
April 11 The Preble County Art Association is pleased to announce the next two sessions of Adult Art classes. This class is open to any adult age 18 years and up who is interested in learning and practicing the basics of drawing and painting, as taught by Joyce Young. No previous art experience is required. In this class students will be instructed in the basics of drawing and painting: perspective, shading and shadowing, and color mixing. All mediums are welcome. A supply list will be provided on the first day of class or students may bring their own supplies. The class will be held every Monday from 1-4pm for four weeks beginning March 14 for the first session and beginning April 11 for the next session. Students may participate in either or both sessions. Tuition is $45, due by the first day of class.For additional information or to sign up for these classes, please call the Fine Arts Center at 937-456-3999 or email at office@takepartinart.net.
April 16 Buckeye League Sale - Pig & Goats Preble County Fairgrounds Bruner
April 16 Humane Society - Vaccinations Preble County Fairgrounds Flower
April 21 The Brown Bag: Business Cents Series will be held at the Preble County District Library at 450 S. Barron St., Eaton, from 12 noon - 1:00 p.m. Speaker for this event will be Glen Horton, State Library of Ohio "The Future is in Your Hand"! For more information, contact Abby Noland at 937-456-4250.

April 23 Don Michael & Sons Pig Sale Preble County Fairgrounds Bruner
April 23 Healthy Kids/Safe Communities Day Sponsored by the Preble County YMCA and the Preble County General Health District Date: Saturday, April 23, 2011
Time: 10 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Place: Preble County YMCA
450 Washington Jackson Rd.
Eaton, OH 45320
April 23 Come and join us at the Garber Nature Center for SPRING PLOWING by the MIDWEST DRAFT HORSE AND MULE ASSOCIATION INC. Plowing starts at 10am followed by a carry in lunch at noon. Bring a dish to share and join us.Dress for the weather. Garber Nature Center is located at 9691 SR503 N, Lewisburg, OH. For more information call President Bob Hamilton 937-337-5841, Vice President Calvin Clark 937-962-2079 or Secretary Nancy Hapner 937-437-6568. Event is FREE. Rain date is April 30.

April 26 Preble County Chamber Board of Directors will meet at 7:30 - 8:30 a.m. at the Chamber office.
April 29 10:00 am In April, we have a special "Movie Marathon" featuring Lucille Ball classics. The fun begins at 10:00 am with a "50th Anniversary Collection" of Lucille Ball's best and funniest shows, shown on the large screen television. There is no charge to attend the movies, however, lunch will be available to purchase. After lunch, we will present "Yours, Ours and Mine" starring Lucille Ball and Henry Fonda.
April 30 Senior Prom "Puttin' on the Ritz 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Tickets - $5 Get out your dancing shoes and get ready! Your presence is requested at the Preble Senior Center's eigth annual Senior Prom. This year's theme is: "Puttin' on the Ritz." You'll enjoy dancing and listening to the music of talented "swing" band , ONE MORE TIME. During the evening a photographer will be available to capture your memorable evening with a photo. A special moment will be the crowning of the Senior Prom "King & Queen." The dance will be held at The Gathering Place, 501 Nation Avenue, Eaton, Ohio. Tickets are available at the Senior Center, or at the door. Doors open at 6:30 pm.
April 30 - May 1 Fort St. Clair Dog Show Preble County Fairgrounds Expo 937-839-5431
April 30 National Prescription Drug Take Back Day Residents of Preble County can drive through and drop off expired and unused prescription and over the counter medications at the Preble County Sheriff’s Office. This year’s event is sponsored through a local Prescription Drug Taskforce consisting of the Preble County Sheriff’s Office, the Preble County General Health District, the Preble County Mental Health and Recovery Board and Preble County Law enforcement. Date: Saturday, April 30, 2011 Time: 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Place: Preble County Sheriff’s Office 1139 Preble Drive Eaton, OH 45320
May 1 Herb Faire Time: 12 noon – 5 pm Featuring Herb of the Year ~ Dill Plant sale, education, demos, hikes, food, music & kids activirties Hosted by the Herb Society of Preble County Historical Society Located at 7693 Swartsel Rd., Eaton, Ohio For information contact 937-787-4256
May 7 Spring Expo New Paris Area Chamber of Commerce - Valley's Edge Lodge 8295 St. Rt. 121 New Paris, Ohio. 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Phone 937-621-9533

May 7 Mothers Day at Twin Creek Tea Room, 19 E. Dayton Street., West Alexandria, OH. Saturday, May 8, 2010 (Mother's Day)! Serving at 5:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Call 937-839-5094 for a reservation (required)
May 12 - 20 Overnight Trip “Bermuda by Motor Coach.” Call for information. Preble County Council on Aging, 800 East St. Clair Street, Eaton, Ohio 45320 (937) 456-4947 or 1-800-238-5146

May 13 Senior Day Celebration This is an all county event for seniors, held from 9:00 am to 2:30 pm, and we want seniors to attend from all communities in Preble County. We’ll be introducing and playing Pickleball, starting with “Celebrity Pickleball” at 10:00 am, and we have great entertainment at 1:30 pm – The Brian Brenner Show. I am attaching flyers describing our day with a schedule of events. A buffet-style lunch will be served at 11:30 am and tickets are now on sale. The “Outstanding Senior Citizen in Preble County for 2011” will also be named by the Area Agency on Aging, PSA2, Dayton, Ohio. Call for information. Preble County Council on Aging, 800 East St. Clair Street, Eaton, Ohio 45320 (937) 456-4947 or 1-800-238-5146

May 14 Eaton Early Bird Farmer's Market - May thru September 11 from 8:00 am - 1:00 p.m.
Located on the corner of Barron & Somers Streets in Eaton. For information, contact Charlie Cressell at 937-833-0575.

May 14 HIGH TEA AND FASHION SHOW FUNDRAISER PREBLE COUNTY ART ASSOCIATION – For information call: 937-456-3999
May 18 The Preble County Safety Council will meet at 12:00 noon at the Preble County YMCA on Washington-Jackson Road, Eaton.
May 21 Eaton Early Bird Farmer's Market- May thru September 11 from 8:00 am - 1:00 p.m.
Located on the corner of Barron & Somers Streets in Eaton. For information, contact Charlie Cressell at 937-833-0575.
May 24 Preble County Economic Development Program Contact Shawnda Combs (937) 456-8188 scombs@prebco.org
May 25 Day Trips:“Hairspray” at LaComedia Dinner Theatre, Springboro, Ohio - $59 Preble County Council on Aging, 800 East St. Clair Street, Eaton, Ohio 45320 (937) 456-4947 or 1-800-238-5146
May 28 Eaton Early Bird Farmer's Market - May thru September 11 from 8:00 am - 1:00 p.m.
Located on the corner of Barron & Somers Streets in Eaton. For information, contact Charlie Cressell at 937-833-0575.
June 2, 3 & 4 Fairhaven Antique Festival times 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. (Thurs), 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. (Fri.), 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. (Sat). Located on St. Rt, 177, Fairhaven, Ohio. Features antique furniture & folk art from dealers across the USA. For more information contact Katherine Bovard, 330-631-1604
June 4 Eaton Early Bird Farmer's Market - May thru September 11 from 8:00 am - 1:00 p.m.
Located on the corner of Barron & Somers Streets in Eaton. For information, contact Charlie Cressell at 937-833-0575.

June 8 Day Trip Cincinnati Reds vs. Chicago Cubs at Great American Ball Park, Cincinnati, Ohio - $44 Preble County Council on Aging, 800 East St. Clair Street, Eaton, Ohio 45320 (937) 456-4947 or 1-800-238-5146

June 10 Monte Carlo Night Fundraiser The Preble County Council on Aging will hold a Monte Carlo Night on June 10^th, from 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm, at The Gathering Place, 501 Nation Avenue, Eaton. The Council on Aging has seen a large increase in requests this year for emergency assistance. We have stretched our designated dollars to help as many people as possible, but the fund is running low. Monte Carlo Night will be a major fundraiser for Preble County Council on Aging and all proceeds will go toward the Emergency Fund for assistance to seniors in meeting energy and utility bills, prescription needs, home repairs, etc. The event is open to the public, but you must be 21 or older to win raffle prizes. There will be food available for a small contribution. Check out our website: www.PrebleSeniorCenter.org for full details or call the Senior Center at 937 456-4947 or 1-800-238-5146 for more information.Many nice raffle prizes are available. We would like to thank our Grand Prize Sponsors: Brookhaven Retirement Community, Reece’s Las Vegas, Ron “Rudy” Roth of Ameriprise Financial, Girton Schmidt & Boucher Gard Funeral Home, Parker Hannifin, SSAID-Dennis Gamble, Leland in Richmond, and Stockslagers. We also thank our Gold Level Sponsors: Relaxology Therapeutic Massage, Wesler’s Orchards, Register-Herald, Henny Penny, AAA, Mary Christmas LMT Relaxology, Gail of Shear Madness. Many other individual prizes have been donated. Join us for a fun evening and bring your friends!

June 11 Eaton Early Bird Farmer's Market - May thru September 11 from 8:00 am - 1:00 p.m.
Located on the corner of Barron & Somers Streets in Eaton. For information, contact Charlie Cressell at 937-833-0575.
June 11 & 12 BARN TOUR AND EXHIBIT – In conjunction with the Preble County Historical Society For information contact 937-456-3999 or go to Or contact 937-787-4256

June 14 - 17 Lilac Festival At Mackinaw City, Michigan. Preble County Council on Aging, 800 East St. Clair Street, Eaton, Ohio 45320 (937) 456-4947 or 1-800-238-5146
June 15 Preble County Safety Council 12:00pm - 1 pm at Preble County YMCA on Washington-Jackson, Eaton.
June 16 Brown Bag: Business Cents Series to be held from 12:00 noon - 1:00 p.m. at the Preble County District Library, 450 S. Barron St., Eaton. Speakers: Pat Newcomb, Ohio Small Business Development Center Program & Jon Heffner - "Active Plan: Learn to Project Your Business' Future". For more information, contact Abby Noland at 937-456-4250.
June 18 Eaton Early Bird Farmer's Market - May thru September 11 from 8:00 am - 1:00 p.m.
Located on the corner of Barron & Somers Streets in Eaton. For information, contact Charlie Cressell at 937-833-0575.
June 18 Music on Main at the Courthouse in Eaton
June 18 COVERED BRIDGE RIDE - Partners joining together: Preble County Historical Society, Downtown Eaton, Inc., Music on Main, City of Eaton, Preble County Economic Development. For addition information contact: 937-787-4256 or email:preblecohistsoc@brecnet.com

June 24 Day Trip “Branson on the Road” at Bear Creek Farms, Bryant, Indiana - $54 Preble County Council on Aging, 800 East St. Clair Street, Eaton, Ohio 45320 (937) 456-4947 or 1-800-238-5146

June 25 Eaton Early Bird Farmer's Market - May thru September 11 from 8:00 am - 1:00 p.m.
Located on the corner of Barron & Somers Streets in Eaton. For information, contact Charlie Cressell at 937-833-0575.
June 25 Buckeye Bridge Ride 6 a.m. Registration will be at the Preble County Fair Grounds at the School building. Sponsored by Preble County Junior Fair. $30 for Adults under 18 years old $20. The ride will start and end at the Preble County Fairgrounds. (937) 681-6002. amanda.heitzman@hotmail.com
June 25 Music on Main at the Courthouse in Eaton
July 2 Eaton Early Bird Farmer's Market - May thru September 11 from 8:00 am - 1:00 p.m.
Located on the corner of Barron & Somers Streets in Eaton. For information, contact Charlie Cressell at 937-833-0575.
July 3 40th ANNIVERSARY COMMEMORATION & OLD FASHIONED INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION Located at the Preble County Historical Society, 7693 Swartsel Rd. For more information call: 937-787-4256
July 5 FIREWORKS EXTRAVAGANZA Hueston Woods State Park Entertainment, fireworks and fun For information, contact: 513-523-6347

July 9 Eaton Early Bird Farmer's Market - May thru September 11 from 8:00 am - 1:00 p.m.
Located on the corner of Barron & Somers Streets in Eaton. For information, contact Charlie Cressell at 937-833-0575.

July 8 Hoosier Park Casino & Race Track, Anderson, Indiana - $28 Preble County Council on Aging, 800 East St. Clair Street, Eaton, Ohio 45320 (937) 456-4947 or 1-800-238-5146
July 9 Music on Main at the Courthouse in Eaton Eaton Area Community Band Free Concerts on the Courthouse Square, Downtown Eaton For further information go to: www.downtowneaton.com or contact Kathy Willis at 937-456-1116
July 14 Heaven's Corner Open House 385 Quinn Road West Alexandria, OH 45381 937.839.5005 Kord McGuire, founder of Heaven’s Corner Zoo & Animal Sanctuary would like to invite everyone to the Toast of the Town presented by the Preble County Chamber of Commerce. This FREE open house event takes place on July 14, 2011, from 3-8pm. Bring the whole family and the camera too!This is your chance to stroll down the paved paths of Heaven’s Corner Zoo, nestled among trees where you'll see exotic animals playing and relaxing up close...really close. Zoo staff will be on hand to tell rescue stories and descriptions of their native habitats and behaviors, plus see these amazing animals at feeding time. Hear stories about animals like Floyd the Alligator Snapping Turtle who weighs 130lbs –“that means he could be 130 years old” said Gabe, a 10 year old student at West Elkton Elementary, “because these turtles can grow one pound for ever year they live!”

July 16 Eaton Early Bird Farmer's Market - May thru September 11 from 8:00 am - 1:00 p.m.
Located on the corner of Barron & Somers Streets in Eaton. For information, contact Charlie Cressell at 937-833-0575.

July 23 Eaton Early Bird Farmer's Market - May thru September 11 from 8:00 am - 1:00 p.m.
Located on the corner of Barron & Somers Streets in Eaton. For information, contact Charlie Cressell at 937-833-0575.
July 23 Hueston Woods – R-100 Archery Shoot July 23 – 24, 2011 An event like no other with Some competition, and 100 outrageous, silly, and down right scary targets! At the R100 you can shoot either 100 targets over two days or 50 targets in only one day. You don't even have to score the targets and you still have a chance at winning our door prizes. All Prizes are distributed by drawing on Sunday at 2:30pm. Prizes total over $6,000 at each event and ANYONE CAN WIN!
July 23 Music on Main at the Courthouse in Eaton
July 24 PREBLE COUNTY ARCHEOLOGY DAY – July 24 Time: 12 noon – 5:00 p.m. Learn about our pre-historic past Located at the Preble County Historical Society, 7693 Swartsel Rd. For information contact: 937-787-4256

July 30 Eaton Early Bird Farmer's Market - May thru September 11 from 8:00 am - 1:00 p.m.
Located on the corner of Barron & Somers Streets in Eaton. For information, contact Charlie Cressell at 937-833-0575.

July 30 - August 6 Preble County Fair - Located at the Preble County Fairgrounds, S. Franklin St., Eaton, OH. For information contact the Secretary's office at 937-456-3748 or go to their website: www.preblecountyfair.org.

August 6 Eaton Early Bird Farmer's Market - May thru September 11 from 8:00 am - 1:00 p.m.
Located on the corner of Barron & Somers Streets in Eaton. For information, contact Charlie Cressell at 937-833-0575.
August 13 Eaton Early Bird Farmer's Market - May thru September 11 from 8:00 am - 1:00 p.m.
Located on the corner of Barron & Somers Streets in Eaton. For information, contact Charlie Cressell at 937-833-0575.
August 13 Music on Main at the Courthouse in Eaton
August 19 Lewisburg Derby Days - August 18, 19 & 20
Located at State Route 40 & Ohio 503, Lewisburg, Ohio. Sponsored by the Lewisburg Fire Department. Features soap box derby races, bed races, arts & crafts & parade.
For information contact: Park Harry at 937-962-2413 or Pam Baker at 937-962-2190.
August 20 Eaton Early Bird Farmer's Market - May thru September 11 from 8:00 am - 1:00 p.m.
Located on the corner of Barron & Somers Streets in Eaton. For information, contact Charlie Cressell at 937-833-0575.
August 20 Music on Main at the Courthouse in Eaton
August 26 OLD FASHIONED DOWNTOWN SATURDAY NIGHT, Courthouse Plaza - Eaton

August 27 Eaton Early Bird Farmer's Market - May thru September 11 from 8:00 am - 1:00 p.m.
Located on the corner of Barron & Somers Streets in Eaton. For information, contact Charlie Cressell at 937-833-0575.

August 27 OLD FASHIONED DOWNTOWN SATURDAY NIGHT & CAR SHOW 4–9 PM Located downtown Eaton, Ohio For information contact Barb Collins, 937-456-4679 Or Ted Landis, 937-456-1933

September 3 Eaton Early Bird Farmer's Market - May thru September from 8:00 am - 1:00 p.m.
Located on the corner of Barron & Somers Streets in Eaton. For information, contact Charlie Cressell at 937-833-0575.
September 3 Music on Main at the Courthouse in Eaton

September 10 Eaton Early Bird Farmer's Market - May thru September 11 from 8:00 am - 1:00 p.m.
Located on the corner of Barron & Somers Streets in Eaton. For information, contact Charlie Cressell at 937-833-0575.
September 17 & 18 41st Annual Preble County Pork Festival – Sat. 6:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. & Sun. 6 am to 5 pm, Located at the Preble County Fairgrounds, 722 S. Franklin St., Eaton, OH 45320. For information check out our website @ www.porkfestival.org or phone us @ 937-456-7273.
September 23 HALLOWEEN ACTIVITIES & HAUNTED TRAIL in CAMPGROUND Halloween Festival # 1 - September 23-24 Halloween Festival # 2 – September 30 – October 1 Halloween Festival # 3 – October 7-8 Located at Hueston Woods State Park For more information contact the Park Office at 513-523-6347 ext. 21 or go to www.ohiostateparks.org and link to their park.

September 24 Music on Main at the Courthouse in Eaton
September 30, Lewisburg Haunted Cave October 1 , 7 & 8, 14 & 15, 21 & 22 and 28 & 29.- September 24 & 25, October 1 & 2, 8 & 9, 15 & 16, 22 & 23and 29 & 30 every Friday & Saturday! Hours: 7 p.m. - 12 Midnight. Located on Shields Road - 1 mile N.W. of Lewisburg. For information go to our website at: www.hauntedcaveatlewisburg.com

October 1 WINE & CHEESE PARTY 6 pm to 9 pm. at Country Side Inn. $20 per person or $35 for 9 holes golf & party. Plenty of Wines, Cheeses, Fresh Fruit. There will be an array of wines to taste and buy! Reservations: Call the Chamber phone # at 937-621-9533 or e mail: pauleray@embarqmail.com

October 1 - 2 FALL GATHERING - Time - 9 AM – 5 PM (both days) Located at the Preble County Historical Society, 7693 Swartsel Road Features: Artisans, Antiques, Living History, demonstrations, good food, tractor rides, homemade ice cream, kid’s activities & more AUCTION – Saturday – 1 pm or Information contact: 937-787-4256

October 1 - 2 APPLE BUTTER FESTIVAL Located at the pioneer farm at Hueston Woods State Park Arts and crafts and traditional Apple Butter making. For more information call: 513-523-6347 ext. 21 or go to www.ohiostateparks.org and link to their park.

October 1 Lewisburg Haunted Swamp - October 1 , 7 & 8, 14 & 15, 21 & 22 and 28 & 29.Hours: 7 p.m. until 12 midnight. Located on Knapke Lane (next to Village Park) For information contact: Pam Baker at 937-962-2190.
October 1 Dead Woods haunted trail. October 1 , 7 & 8, 14 & 15, 21 & 22 and 28 & 29. Hours: 8 p.m. until 12 midnight. Where: 9319 Wesler Rd. New Paris, Ohio
Cost $8.00

October 8 & 9 Octoberfest Times: 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. Saturday and 12 p.m. to 6 pm - Sunday. Located on State Route 35 in Peace Park, West Alexandria, Ohio. Sponsored by West Alexandria Kiwanis. For information contact John DeVilbiss at 937-839-5483 or Carol Lunsfrod at 937-839-4085.
October 15 Evening Candlelight Dinner - Saturday, October 16, 2010 (Sweetest Day) at the Twin Creek Tea Room, 19 East Dayton St., West Alexanria, Ohio. Serving at 5:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.. Call 937-839-5094 for reservation(s) - REQUIRED!
October 14 & 15 24th Annual Black Walnut Festival Located at N. Lafayette Street, Camden, OHio. Features parade, chain saw carving, free entertainment, arts & crafts and more. For information contact Karen Feix 937-452-1684.
November 12th - Learn to Knit Workshop Learn the Basics of Knitting. Saturday workshop, from 10 – 2:30 Bring a sack lunch for the afternoon break and knit the day away. Students will learn the basic knitting techniques from start to finish, how to read basic patterns, see types of yarn fibers, blocking and finishing. This workshop is great for both beginners and people wanting to refresh their knitting skills. Instructor Erin AbneyAges 8 and Up - Cost: $42, Supplies Provided (Includes Yarn, Pattern, Instructions & Knitting Needles) - Students per class 4-12
November 12th – Introduction to fabric Dying This Saturday workshop (10 to 2:30) is a great introduction to fabric dyeing for quilters and crafters. Participants will dye fat quarter cotton fabric yardage using the low water immersion method. We will start with a dark color and dye three shades lighter. Participants will also be able to mix dyes and dye another cotton item. Dyes, fat quarters and other materials will be provided, the additional item will be provided by students. The additional cotton item can be a shirt, apron, blouse, more yardage, or other cotton item. Item should be pre-washed and dried without fabric softener or dryer sheets. Bring a sack lunch for the afternoon break. Instructor Janet Burkett, Ages Teen and Adult- Cost: $45, Students per class 3-12.

November 28 Overnight Trip “Hawaii Four-Island Tour.” Call for information. Preble County Council on Aging, 800 East St. Clair Street, Eaton, Ohio 45320 (937) 456-4947 or 1-800-238-5146
November 20 Holiday Market Place From 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. at the Preble County Fine Arts Center, 601 Hillcrest Drive, Eaton, Ohio. Purchase high quality arts and crafts from area vendors. For information call - 937-456-3999.
November 19 Evening Candlelight Dinner (Thanksgiving Theme) at Twin Creek Tea Room, 19 E. Dayton Street, West Alexandria, Ohio. Serving at 5:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Call 937-839-5094 for reservation(s) - REQUIRED!
November 25 23rd Annual "White Christmas" Celebration - 6:00 PM Located in Downtown Eaton Parade begins at Eaton Middle School, E. Decatur Street at 6 p.m., Courthouse lawn lighting, Eaton Area Community Choir, Christmas Carols by 2nd Graders, Christmas Music by Eaton High School Band & a visit with Santa Claus & Mrs. Claus & lots of Door Prizes. For information contact 937-456-1705

November 28 Hawaii Four-Island Tour Call for information. Preble County Council on Aging, 800 East St. Clair Street, Eaton, Ohio 45320 (937) 456-4947 or 1-800-238-5146
December 4 CHRISTMAS IN THE VILLAGE 4 – 8 pm Located at the Town Hall, 16 N. Main St., West Alexandria, Ohio For information, contact Carol Lunsford, 937-839-4085

December 2 - 3 - 4 CHRISTMAS at YE OLDE COUNTRYSIDE INN – Christmas Holiday Dinners – December 2nd , 3rd , & 4th Time: 6:30 p.m. Located at the Preble County Historical Society Festive holiday dinners served in the historic Saylor Swartsel House Limited seating Reservations Required! To make a reservation or for information contact 937-787-4256

December 1 thru 31 Whispering Christmas ALL Month - December 1st thru 31st from 6 pm - 10 pm each evening. Located at Fort St. Clair Park, Eaton, Ohio. Features lighting display and visit with Santa Claus on Wed., Fri., Sat., & Sun. from 7-9 pm up until Christmas eve. For information contact the City of Eaton at 937-456-4125.
December 6-31 ANNUAL WINTER THEMED SHOW – Preble County Fine Arts Center, 601 Hillcrest Drive, Eaton For information contact: 937-456-3999 or go towww.takepartinart.net

December 17 Evening Candlelight Dinner (Christmas Theme) at Twin Creek Tea Room, 19 E. Dayton Street, West Alexandria, Ohio. Serving at 5:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Call 937-839-5094 for reservation(s) REQUIRED

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