FARMER'S MARKETS & FLEA MARKET
The Original Delaware Farmer's Market - May 21-October 29
Saturdays 9:00 am-Noon
Delaware County Fairgrounds (Under Grandstand), 236 Pennsylvania Ave., Delaware
Info: 740-747-2296
Downtown Delaware Farmer's Market - May 21-October 29
Wednesdays 3:00-6:00 pm; Saturdays 9:30 am-12:30 pm
Historic Downtown Delaware, N. Sandusky St., Delaware
Info: 740-362-6050 / www.mainstreetdelaware.org
Downtown Powell Farmer's Market - June 2-September 29
Thursdays 3:00-6:00 pm
City of Powell parking lot, 47 Hall St., Powell
Info: 614-396-3336 / www.visitpowell.com
Sunbury Farmer's Market - May 28-October 15
Saturdays 9:00 am-Noon
Sunbury Town Square
Info: 740-965-2860 / www.sunburybigwalnutchamber.com/news.htm
The Delaware County Community Market - Open year round
Mon.-Fri. 10:00 am-6:00 pm; Sat. 10:00 am-4:00 pm; Sun. Noon-4:00 pm
222 E. William St., Delaware
Info: 740-363-1126 / www.dccmc.com
Delaware Flea Market - April 3-October 30; No Market on September 11 & 18
Sundays 6:00 am-1:00 pm
Delaware County Fairgrounds, 236 Pennsylvania Ave., Delaware
Info: 740-816-0829
Memorial Golf Tournament
Muirfield Village Golf Club, Dublin
June 2
Powell Night Out - First Thursday - 5:00-8:00 pm
Experience an evening in downtown Powell with entertainmnet for the whole family, delicious dining options, undeniably unique shops and gift galleries. Shop Powell late!
Info: www.visitpowell.com
First Friday - Shops open late! "Paint the Town Purple"
A regular event usually with a theme, special activities, and downtown store owners remaining open until 9 pm.
Historic Downtown Delaware
Info: 740-362-6050 / www.mainstreetdelaware.org
June 3
Artful Spaces Tour - 6:00-9:00 pm
See the finished, the untouched, the "not-so" finished and maybe scary spaces just a few steps off the sidewalk.
Historic Downtown Delaware
Tickets: $10 - On sale at Beehive Books and at the locations, day of event
Info: 740-362-6050
June 3, 10, 17, 24
Evening Program at Perkins Observatory - 9 pm
Program content varies based on sky conditions. A program may include a planetarium-style show (on a flat screen), tours of the Observatory, and/or observing with the 32-inch Schottland Telescope and other telescopes, weather permitting.
3199 Columbus Pike (Rt. 23 S.), Delaware
Tickets: 740-363-1257 / www.perkins-observatory.org
June 4
Family Farm Chores - 9-11:30 am
Each morning, the farmer cares for the livestock, checking on their well-being, feeding grain and hay, filling waterers, gathering and washing eggs, and milking the goats. Become a part of the farm one morning a month as you take your turn helping with morning animal chores. Dress for dirt.
Limit 6 families; $12/family (Advance registration required)
Stratford Ecological Center
3083 Liberty Rd., Delaware
Info: 740-363-2548 / www.StratfordEcologicalCenter.org
June 6-July 1
Exhibit: "At Face Value"
Mon.-Fri. 9:00 am-5:00 pm; Sat. 10:00 am-2:00 pm
The Arts Castle has invited a select group of portrait artists from central Ohio to showcase their work in this juried show. We are pleased to be presenting the work of Maria White, Aida Garrity, Ruth Ann Sturgill and Angela Gage, among many others. In a first-of-its-kind event, The Castle wil host a public paint-out on Saturday morning to which all are invited!
June 11 - Paint-Out - 9:30 am-Noon
Children and adults of all ages and experiece are invited free of charge to tour the exhibit, enjoy refreshments, and draw and paint live models around The Castle grounds with the participating artists. Prizes will be awarded to both public participants and exhibiting artists at noon.
The Arts Castle
190 W. Winter St., Delaware
Info: 740-369-2787 / www.artscastle.org
June 9
New Vistas in Astronomy - 8 pm - "New Planets from the Kepler Mission" by Marc Pinsonneault
This mini-course in astronomy will allow you to learn about the latest discoveries by astronomers and, on a clear night, to observe a variety of celestial objects with the 32-inch Schottland reflecting telescope. This lecture series is geared toward a more adult audience.
Perkins Observatory, 3199 Columbus Pike (Rt. 23 S.), Delaware
Tickets: 740-363-1257 / www.perkins-observatory.org
June 11
Summer Festival (Council for Older Adults) - Noon-8:00 pm
This year's festival will feature a Senior Health and Wellness Fair, Business Expo, Kidz Zone, Pig & Corn Roast and all-day entertainment for all ages.
Center for Older Adults
800 Cheshire Rd., Delaware
Info: 740-363-6677 / www.growingolder.org
June 11, 12
Ohio Dressage Society - Down Center Line
Delaware County Fairgrounds
236 Pennsylvania Ave., Delaware
Info: 740-362-3851 / 1-800-335-3247 / www.delawarecountyfiar.com
June 11-26
BIA Parade of Homes
Mon.-Sat. Noon-9:00 pm; Sun. Noon-6:00 pm(No admittance 1 hour prior to closing)
Eleven builders will showcase their craftsmanship in this development that boasts a strong connection with nature and sweeping views of the Olentangy River Valley. Come for ideas. Leave with inspiration.
Tickets: $12; Children 12 and under free; Parking: $2 per car
Olentangy Falls
Hyatts Rd., Delaware (Located approximately one mile west of Route 23 on South side of Hyatts Rd.)
Info: www.biaparade.com
June 12
Wendy's International Triathlon/Duathlon - Starting at 7:00 am
Individual and team events in various categories. Pre-registration and a fee are required to compete.
Alum Creek State Park
3615 S. Old State Rd., Delaware
Info: www.ultrafit-usa.com
June 17
Classic Cruise-In and DJ - 4:00-7:00 pm
Classic cars and music!
Delaware Court Healthcare Center
4 New Market Dr., Delaware
Info: 740-369-6400 / www.delawarecourt.com
Youth Fishing Derby - Start times: 9 am; 10 am; 11 am
Tackle, bait, poles and refreshments provided.
Delaware State Park (pond near marina)
5202 US 23 North, Delaware
Info: 740-548-4631
Zoofari - 7:30 pm-1 am (Adults-only event)
This annual, adults-only fundraiser features more than 100 central Ohio restaurants and bars serving appetizer portions of their signature dishes and specialty drinks. Guests "graze" their way through the Zoo enjoying live entertainment on stages scattered throughout Zoo grounds.
Columbus Zoo and Aquarium
4850 W. Powell Rd., Powell
Ticket Info: 614-724-3472 / www.columbuszoo.org
June 18-25
Great Ohio Bicycle Adventure (GOBA)
An annual one-week bicycle loop tour through Ohio. GOBA features a different part of Ohio each year, traveling through peaceful countryside and stopping at exciting tourist destinations. This week-long adventure offers fun, Ohio hospitality, and a challenging and rewarding vacation. This year's host towns will be Kenton, Marion, Delaware, London, and Bellefontaine.
Info: 614-273-0811 / www.goba.com
Powell Festival - Fri.-5-11 pm; Sat.-Noon-11 pm; Fireworks 10:15 pm Sat. only
This annual festival brings more than 200 choices of admission-free or reduced-fee entertainment including on-stage music concerts, a large variety of delicious foods and beverages (including a huge beer garden), wholesome children's games, activities and educational stations, and a special patriotic fireworks display set to illuminate the skies on Saturday night.
Village Green Park
47 Hall St., Powell
Info: 614-396-3336 / www.visitpowell.com
June 24-26
Showtime Horse Show Series - Purina Mills Hunter Classic
Delaware County Fairgrounds
236 Pennsylvania Ave., Delaware
Info: 740-362-3851 / 1-800-335-3247 / www.delawarecountyfair.com
June 25, 26
Delaware Amateur Radio Field Day - Starting at 2 pm on June 25 and going for 24 hours
Bring your family for this educational event. This 24-hour event prepares us to set up quickly and communicate all around the world in the case of an emergency situation. Local ham radio operators set up equipment, including tents, generators, antennas and radio stations, in a field location. Then for 24 hour straight we communicate all over the world. Come watch our radio oeperators work far away stations. A special station will be set up for anyone interested in getting on the air, it's a great way for children to try something different! Come see what Amateur Radio can do for you!
The Scioto Park and Nature Area
4363 Marysville Rd., Delaware
Info: 740-362-6283 / www.k8es.org
June 30-July 2
Twin Rivers Horse Show
Delaware County Fairgrounds
236 Pennsylvania Ave., Delaware
Info: 740-362-3851 / 1-800-335-3247 / www.delawarecountyfair.com
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