Background The Hockhocking Adena Bikeway is a 21-mile rail trail that runs from Athens, Ohio to Nelsonville, Ohio. It is named after the Hockhocking River, which it parallels for most of its length, and the Adena people, who were indigenous to the area. The trail was built on the former right-of-way of the Hocking Valley…
Author: Andrew and Dani Livelsberger
Ohio Halloween Decorations – 2023 Edition
Back again for some good old Halloween decoration fun! Lots of new and returning favorites for the season from all through out Central Ohio. We’ve hit a few central new neighborhoods this year but the majority are from Columbus, Canal Winchester, Reynoldsburg, Westerville, Lithopolis and Bexley. If you missed the decorations this season, check them…
Urban Scrawl 2023
A 2-Day arts festival organized by the Franklinton Arts District. Urban Scrawl has been an annual event since 2007, featuring art murals from over 60 local artists. This is one of central Ohio’s largest urban renewal projects.
Check out what is new for 2019!
Glick Park and O’Shaughnessey Dam
Background The O’Shaughnessey Dam is located on the Scioto River near Dublin, Ohio, United States. The dam forms O’Shaughnessy Reservoir, which is a major source of drinking water for the city of Columbus. It was completed in 1925 following recommendations of then superintendent Jerry O’Shaughnessy (for whom the dam was named). At the time, the…
Groovy Plants Ranch
Background Groovy Plants Ranch is a family-owned greenhouse located in Marengo, Ohio, just north of Columbus. The nursery is known for its wide selection of unique and intriguing plants, including cacti, succulents, air plants, orchids, and houseplants. They also carry a variety of gardening supplies and accessories. The ranch is nestled on a 3-acre property…
Ohio State Fair 2023 – German Comedy
Background Hilby The Skinny German Juggle Boy is the stage name of Michael Hilbig, a comedic circus stunt performer from Ithaca, New York. He is originally from Germany but has spent almost as much time in the US. Hilby is known for his vaudeville-style performances, which combine juggling, unicycling, and comedy. He has performed all…
Ohio State Fair 2023 – Great Lakes Timber Show
Background The Great Lakes Timber Show is a lumberjack show that features professional lumberjacks showing off their unique skills such as chainsaw carving, ax throwing, two-man crosscut sawing, log rolling, and more! The show is educational and entertaining, and it is a great way to learn about the history of logging and the skills of…
