FARMER'S MARKETS & FLEA MARKET
The Original Delaware Farmer's Market - May 21-October 29 (NOTE: Sept. 10, 17, 24 market will be held at Georgetowne Shopping Center, Troy Rd. & W. Central Ave.)
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
Through September 16
Exhibit: "Haycock Retrospective"
Tues., Wed., Fri.-10:00 am-5:00 pm; Thurs.-10:00 am-9:00 pm; Sun.1:00-5:00 pm
An exhibition of sculptures by OWU emeritus professor Everett "Ebb" Haycock, and paintings by Marilyn Ashbrook, OWU Class of 1952.
Richard M. Ross Art Museum, Ohio Wesleyan University
60 S. Sandusky St., Delaware
Info: 740-368-3606
Through October 15
Exhibit: Arts Castle Sampler
Mon.-Fri. 9:00 am-5:00 pm; Sat. 10:00 am-2:00 pm
The Arts Castle is pleased to announce a celebration of artwork of our students and faculty in this multi-disciplinary exhibit. Arts Castle instructors and students showcase their work created this past year in this exhibit featuring visual and literary arts.
August 20 - Inspiration Workshop. Participating artists and teh public are invited free of charge to this workshop celebrating the creativity of all people through the creation of Artist Trading Cards inspired by the artork showcased in this exhibit. The workshop is free and open to all, but RSVPs are requested by calling 740-369-2787 or emailing artscastle@artscastle.org by August 18.
The Arts Castle, 190 W. Winter St., Delaware
Info: 740-369-2787 / www.artscastle.org
September 1
Powell Night Out - First Thursday - 5:00-8:00 pm
Experience an evening in downtown Powell with entertainment for the whole family, delicious dining options, undeniably unique shops and gift galleries. Shop Powell late!
Info: www.visitpowell.com
September 1
Open Car Show - 5:00-9:00 pm
Presented by the Delaware Rotary Club
Buehler's Fresh Foods
800 W. Central Ave., Delaware
September 2
First Friday - Shops open late!
A regular event usually with a theme, special activities, and downtown storeowners remaining open until 9 pm.
Historic Downtown Delaware
Info: 740-362-6050 / www.mainstreetdelaware.org
September 2-4
Showtime Horse Show
Delaware County Fairgrounds, 236 Pennsylvania Ave., Delaware
Info: 740-362-3851 / 1-800-335-3247 / www.delawarecountyfair.com
September 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
Evening Program at Perkins Observatory - 8:00 pm
Program content varies based on sky conditions, but 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.
3199 Columbus Pike (Rt. 23 S.), Delaware
Tickets: 740-363-1257 / www.perkins-observatory.org
September 3
Family Farm Chores - 9:00-11:30 am (Advance registration required)
Each morning, the farm family 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)
Stratford Ecological Center
3083 Liberty Rd., Delaware
Info: 740-363-2548 / www.StratfordEcologicalCenter.org
September 3
Inlet Dance Theatre - 8:00 pm
An innovative contemporary dance company from Cleveland.
OWU's Chappelear Drama Center (Main Stage)
45 Rowland Ave., Delaware
Admission: $20 general; $5 non-Ohio Wesleyan students and senior citizens; Free OWU students and employees
Info: 740-368-3629 / http://pas.owu.edu September 3, 4
Lawn Mower Racing
Delaware County Fairgrounds, 236 Pennsylvania Ave., Delaware
Info: 740-362-3851 / 1-800-335-3247 / www.delawarecountyfair.com
September 4
Harmony in the Park - 7:00-8:00 pm
Art's Jazz Group
City Park Gazebo at the corner of Park Ave.and Washington St., Delaware
In case of rain, the performances will be held inside at the Willis Auditorium, 74 W. William St., Delaware
Info: 740-362-9375 / 740-369-8184 / www.ohioheartlandsings.com September 5
Labor Day Flea Market on the Square - 7:00 am-5:00 pm
Enjoy a day full of activities on the square in Sunbury. Hunt for unique and antique treasures at the flea market and the shops around the square. Don't miss the pit cooked beef and other great food!
Sunbury Square
Admission: $1 adults/teens; children 10 & under are free
Info: 740-965-3630
September 8
New Vistas in Astronomy - 8:00 pm - "Buckyballs are Everywhere" by Kris Sellgren
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
September 10
Astronomy Fair - 4:00-10:00 pm (Attendees are asked to arrive by 8:00 pm)
Perkins Observatory, 3199 Columbus Pike (Rt. 23 S.), Delaware
Admission: $5 per vehicle
Info: www.the-cas.org
September 10, 11, 17, 18
Jack Hanna’s Fall Fest - 10:00 am-5:00 pm
It is two great weekends of fun! Each weekend will be filled with special activities and attractions such as pumpkin carving, country music, kid-friendly entertainment, and many other seasonal treats. Don't miss out on seeing Kai-lan from Nick Jr. on September 10 and 11 as she is the Grand Marshall of the Country Character Caravan. Then on September 17 and 18, Jungle Jack Hanna comes home and takes the stage with all of his animal friends at the Animals on Safari Stage.
Columbus Zoo & Aquarium
4850 W. Powell Rd., Powell
Info: 1-800-MONKEYS / www.columbuszoo.org
September 11
Historic Downtown Powell Street Market - 9:00 am-5:00 pm (Rain or Shine)
A fun family shopping experience with over 125 vendors lining the streets of historic downtown Powell with antiques, collectibles, arts/crafts, handmades, home-based business, flowers/plantsm produce,great edibles and much more.
Historic Downtown Powell
47 Hall St., Powell
Info: 614- 396-3336 / visitpowell.com
September 11
Run 4 The Jug 5K - 2:45 pm (CANCELLED)
Starts at the Delaware County Fairgrounds through Historic Downtown Delaware
236 Pennsylvania Ave., Delaware
September 11
All Horse Parade - 3:00 pm
Come see the most unique all horse parade east of the Mississippi with over 500 horses, mules and donkeys. This is an all non-motorized parade of riders, wagons, floats, representing 26 different breeds of horses. A great family event!
Starts at the Delaware County Fairgrounds through Historic Downtown Delaware
Info: 740-363-2920 / 740-362-3851
September 17-October 30 (Weekends)
Leeds Pumpkin Farm - Sat. 10:00 am-5:00 pm; Sun. 11:00 am-5:00 pm
Spend the day getting plenty of fresh air and having fun with the family in the many barnyard and outdoor activities for the young and young at heart. Select the perfect pumpkin from the thousands grown right there on the farm. Marvel over blue pumpkins, fairytale pumpkins, exotic shapes of gourds and more.
Leeds Farm
8738 Marysville Rd. (St. Rt. 36), Ostrander
Info: 740-666-2020 / www.leedsfarm.com
September 17-24
Delaware County Fair
Traditional county fair with daily entertainment, Junion/Senior fair animals & exhibits, tractor pulls and other motor events, and wold class harness racing featuring the Little Brown Jug.
Delaware County Fairgrounds
236 Pennsylvania Ave., Delaware
Info: 740-362-3851 / 1-800-335-3247 / www.delawarecountyfair.com
September 21
Jugette (Filly Pacer Race)
Delaware County Fairgrounds
236 Pennsylvania Ave., Delaware
Info: 740-362-3851 / 1-800-335-3247 /www.delawarecountyfair.com
September 22
Little Brown Jug
Multitudes enjoy the exciting pace in Delaware with the Little Brown Jug, one of the jewels in the triple crown of grand circuit harness racing. Paced on the fastest half-mile track in the world, this is the only such race that still runs in conjunction with a county fair.
Delaware County Fairgrounds
236 Pennsylvania Ave., Delaware
Info: 740-362-3851 / 1-800-335-3247 / www.delawarecountyfair.com
September 24
Rhythm & Shoes 5K Run/Walk - 9:00 am
Support wellness and good health with the Central Ohio Symphony as it combines the strengthening povided by its critically acclaimed symphonic sounds with physical fitness at this beautiful, inspirational, 5k run/walk event. Meet and join Symphony musicians as they provide support, while other musicians join the race event itself! In its inaugural year, this event will attract many participants from around Central Ohio interested in supporting personal wellness and musical arts, while enjoying Columbus State Community College's Delaware Campus and surrounding country road course.
Columbus State Community College/Delaware Campus
5100 Cornerstone Dr., Delaware
Info: 740-362-1799 / rhythmandshoes5k.eventbrite.com/
September 24
Harvest Fair - 10:00 am-4:00 pm
Family-centered in every way, the farm is transformed into a playground and celebration of the season. Puppet shows, entertainers, kites, crafts, a giant Earth ball, cider-making, horse-drawn wagon rides and so much more! Stratford sells home-grown food for lunch and volunteers provide a great array of baked goods for sale. Old-fashioned games involve the young and youn-at-heart! The Harvest Fair is a celebration of Stratford and a celebration of down-home country fun!
Stratford Ecological Center
3083 Liberty Rd., Delaware
Info: 740-363-2548 / www.StratfordEcologicalCenter.org
September 25 through October 31
Lehner's Pumpkin Farm - Weekdays 5:00 pm-Dark; Weekends 11:00 am-Dark (Free hayrides Sat. & Sun. Noon-5:00 pm)
Bring the whole family for a day on the farm and enjoy picking your own pumpkin out of the patch (or yard), hayrides, jumping house, petting zoo, children's barrel train ride, 8 acre corn maze, and a craft store. Pumpkins, corn shocks, Indian corn, gourds, and straw are for sale. The Columbus Zoo will be visiting the Pumpkin Patch on Sun., Oct. 9 from 2:00-3:00 pm.
2920 St. Rt. 203, Radnor
Info: 740-595-3207 / www.lehnerpumpkins.com
September 24-October 30 (Weekends)
Fall Festival - Sat. 10:00 am-5:00 pm; Sun. Noon-5:00 pm
Come enjoy the changing colors of the season with your friends and family. Visitors arriving at the farm will find a world of activities and will smell the aroma of "apple butter a stirring" and kettle corn a poppin'." There is a farm animals petting area, campfire concession area, scarecrow making, hyrides travel through scenic woods, country market and crafts and gifts.
Freeman's Farm
6142 Lewis Center Rd., Galena
Info: 740-548-7866 / www.freemansfarm.com
September 29-November 13
Exhibit: Photography by Susan Paulsen, OWU Class of 1980, and paintings by Dennison Griffith, OWU Class of 1974.
Tues., Wed., Fri.-10:00 am-5:00 pm; Thurs.-10:00 am-9:00 pm; Sun.1:00-5:00 pm
Richard M. Ross Art Museum, Ohio Wesleyan University
60 S. Sandusky St., Delaware
Info: 740-368-3606
September 30-October 1
Fall Festival
Crafts, games, wagon rides, boat rides, movies, decorated campsites and costume contests.
Delaware State Park Campgrounds
5202 US 23 North, Delaware
Info: 740-548-4631
September 30-October 2
Homecoming & Family Weekend
Ohio Wesleyan University, Delaware
Info: 740-368-3330
September 30-October 2
Showtime Horse Show
Delaware County Fairgrounds
236 Pennsylvania Ave., Delaware
Info: 740-362-3851 / 1-800-335-3247 / www.delawarecountyfair.com
September 30, October 1, 7, 8, 9
"Hedda Gabler" - 8:00 pm except on the 9th at 2:00 pm
A classic psychological drama by Henrik Ibsen that has been adapted for modern audiences. Caught in a trapped and unfulfilled life, Hedda battles for the preservation of her dignity and itegrity with intense and stratling final results. This production is not appropriate for young children.
Admission: $10 general; $5 non-OWU students, senior citizens, and OWU employees; Free OWU students with a valid ID
Tickets: 740-368-3855
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