Sites & Attractions Calendar of Events
October 2010
(All Events Subject to Change)
(We are sorry to announce that the10th season of Kernel Cooper's Corn Maze has been cancelled. The maze fell victim to this springs unusually wet weather and the Kernel was unable to get the field planted. The Kernel assures us that the maze will return in 2011.)
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Battle of Shallowford / Van Wert Civic Theatre / 8 PM
The show is set in 1938 at Burton Mock's general store. Burton's teenage daughter, Ruthie, is trying to convince him she can handle life outside the rural town of Shallowford, but her father would like her to stay close. As the night progresses, a host of colorful locals arrive at the store. These folks are only interested in local gossip until they turn on the radio and learn that the Martians have invaded! It is the night of Orson Wells' War of the Worlds radio drama. They fall, hook, line, and sinker for the broadcast and run out to do battle. For more information visit their web site at www.vwct.org or to reserve tickets call 419-238-9689.
Heistand Haunted Woods / Heistand Woods Park / 8 PM - 12 AM
'Tis the season for vampires to lurk while witches take flight on brooms and little goblins seek treats in the night. Those who look forward to annual haunts will have the usual attractions to patronize this year, including a D.A.R.E. program fundraiser. Along with the Van Wert Jaycees, the sheriff's office will once again turn the woods near the Van Wert County Hospital into a place of terror. This year's event threatens to be even more dreadful than in the past. Attractions include a haunted bridge, a spider-infested area, and more frightful attractions. Open every Friday and Saturday night in October, the cost is $7 per person and funds raised go toward motivational speakers' presentations at county schools. For more information you can visit www.warehouseofterror.com
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24th Annual Fall Mum and Pumpkin Festival / Lincoln Ridge Farm / 12 - 6 PM
Over ten acres of family fun, including a corn maze, hay rides, pick your own pumpkin, a corn tunnel, straw stack, goat boardwalk, food, fall wreaths and decorations, and Lincoln candles. All of this can be found at Lincoln Ridge farm (home of the Lincoln Candle Company) located at 6237 Lincoln Highway, Convoy. For more information call them at 419-749-4224
Battle of Shallowford / Van Wert Civic Theatre / 8 PM
See October 1 for details
Heistand Haunted Woods / Heistand Woods Park / 8 PM - 12 AM
See October 1 for details
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23rd Annual Fall Mums and Pumpkin Festival / Lincoln Ridge Farm / 12 - 6 PM
See October 2 for details
33rd Annual October Photography Exhibit / Wassenberg Art Center / 1 - 5 PM
Photography is a rapidly-growing art form and this show attracts hundreds of area visitors. A wide range of categories provides something for everyone to enjoy. The photographs displayed are selected by jurors from the huge numbers of entries that are submitted by both professional and amateur photographers. For more information visit their web site at www.vanwert.com/wassenberg or call the Center at 419-238-6837.
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33rd Annual October Photography Exhibit / Wassenberg Art Center / 1 - 5 PM
See October 3 for details
Ethan Bortnick Concert / Niswonger Performing Arts Center / 7:30 PM
Ethan Bortnick was born Dec. 24, 2000 in Florida. He is a child prodigy pianist, composer, songwriter, actor, musician and one of the youngest philanthropists in the world. Ethan began playing a keyboard at the age of three and was composing music by the age of five. He is able to play any song by ear. He has performed with many well known artists and has been featured on the Today Show, the Tonight Show with Jay Lenno, Good MOrning America, and Oprah . Be sure to catch his new PBS special this summer. Tickets on sale July 6. For more information visit their web site at www.nacvw.org or call the box office at 419-238-6722.
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32nd Annual October Photography Exhibit / Wassenberg Art Center / 1 - 5 PM
See October 3 for details
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33rd Annual October Photography Exhibit / Wassenberg Art Center / 1 - 5 PM
See October 3 for details
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33rd Annual October Photography Exhibit / Wassenberg Art Center / 1 - 5 PM
See October 3 for details
Heistand Haunted Woods / Heistand Woods Park / 8 PM - 12 AM
See October 1 for details
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33rd Annual October Photography Exhibit / Wassenberg Art Center / 1 - 5 PM
See October 3 for details
24th Annual Fall Mums and Pumpkin Festival / Lincoln Ridge Farm / 12 - 6 PM
See October 3 for details
Heistand Haunted Woods / Heistand Woods Park / 8 PM - 12 AM
See October 1 for details
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33rd Annual October Photography Exhibit / Wassenberg Art Center / 1 - 5 PM
See October 3 for details
24th Annual Fall Mums and Pumpkin Festival / Lincoln Ridge Farm / 12 - 6 PM
See October 3 for details
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33rd Annual October Photography Exhibit / Wassenberg Art Center / 1 - 5 PM
See October 3 for details
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33rd Annual October Photography Exhibit / Wassenberg Art Center / 1 - 5 PM
See October 3 for details
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33rd Annual October Photography Exhibit / Wassenberg Art Center / 1 - 5 PM
See October 3 for details
Gabrielle Louise in Concert / Willow Bend Country Club / 8 PM
Gabrielle Louise dives deep into her songs, exploring them in a warm, sturdy voice reminiscent at times of Joni Mitchell. She executes a captivating balance of heartache and resolve. Gabrielle Louise is a deceiving package. Though young and beautiful, the guitar-playing singer/songwriter sounds like an older woman. Her pop/country blend is distinctly adult-contemporary in flavor and boasts mature lyrics. Lovers of folk music will appreciate Louise's strong voice, which she uses with equal success on stunning high notes and rumbling lows." Visionary Promotions is excited to be able to bring a young star of this energy and passion to Van Wert. Gabrielle Louise is one of those artists that you will talk about for years after seeing her perform." For more information, visit www.visionarypromotions.org
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33rd Annual October Photography Exhibit / Wassenberg Art Center / 1 - 5 PM
See October 3 for details
24th Annual Van Wert County Apple festival / Van Wert County Fairgrounds / 12 - 9 PM
Everything apples can be found at the Van Wert County Apple Festival
including apple exhibits & informational pamphlets. a huge craft exhibit with over 85 crafters, fresh flowers, potted mums, a variety of fall flowers, Van Wert County Youth Art Contest/Display, a mile fun run and children's games. Of course there will be FOOD - FOOD - FOOD including apple cider, apple pie, apple dumplings, apple butter, hot caramel corn, hot sandwiches, chili, beverages, and more. For more information visit the following web site www.vanwertcountyfair.com/vwcf_applefestival.htm
The Butler Did It / Off Stage Productions / Van Wert Senior Center / 6:30 PM The scene is the set where Anthony J. Lefcourt, writer and director, is rehearsing his new play, a "classic whodunit" (in which all the characters are named Butler) with which he hopes to regain the success which has eluded him in recent seasons. Desperately eager to stimulate his cast to their best efforts, he has deliberately withheld the final scene of the play from them, but his patience is worn thin by the petty jealousies and romantic rivalries which detract from their concentration. In an effort to spur them on he "stages" the murder of one of the actresses, after which the plot begins to twist and turn with such dazzling ingenuity--and hilarity--that soon actors and audience alike have lost track of what is real and what is make-believe--until a surprise ending sets matters straight in a most bizarre and ironic way. This is a dinner theatre production with a buffet served at 6:30 followed by the play. For more information called 419-605-6708.
Heistand Haunted Woods / Heistand Woods Park / 8 PM - 12 AM
See October 1 for details
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33rd Annual October Photography Exhibit / Wassenberg Art Center / 1 - 5 PM
See October 3 for details
24th Annual Van Wert County Apple festival / Van Wert County Fairgrounds / 9 AM - 4 PM
See October 15 for details
24th Annual Fall Mums and Pumpkin Festival / Lincoln Ridge Farm / 12 - 6 PM
See October 3 for details
The Butler Did It / Off Stage Productions / Van Wert Senior Center / 6:30 PM
See October 15 for details
Heistand Haunted Woods / Heistand Woods Park / 8 PM - 12 AM
See October 1 for details
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33rd Annual October Photography Exhibit / Wassenberg Art Center / 1 - 5 PM
See October 3 for details
23rd Annual Fall Mums and Pumpkin Festival / Lincoln Ridge Farm / 12 - 6 PM
See October 3 for details
The Butler Did It / Off Stage Productions / Van Wert Senior Center / 12:30 PM
See October 15 for details
Amy Grant Concert / Niswonger Performing Arts Center / 7:30 PM
Amy Grant's career spans over 25 years and stretches from her roots in gospel into an iconic pop star, songwriter, television personality, and philanthropist. She has sold more than 30 million albums and won six Grammy's in multiple categories. She brings her talent to the stage of the Niswonger Performing Arts Center for, what is sure to be, an outstanding evening of entertainment for the whole family. For more information visit their web site at www.nacvw.org or call the box office at 419-238-6722.
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33rd Annual October Photography Exhibit / Wassenberg Art Center / 1 - 5 PM
See October 3 for details
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33rd Annual October Photography Exhibit / Wassenberg Art Center / 1 - 5 PM
See October3 for details
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33rd Annual October Photography Exhibit / Wassenberg Art Center / 1 - 5 PM
See October 3 for details
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33rd Annual October Photography Exhibit / Wassenberg Art Center / 1 - 5 PM
See October 3 for details
The Butler Did It / Off Stage Productions / Van Wert Senior Center / 6:30 PM
See October 15 for details
Heistand Haunted Woods / Heistand Woods Park / 8 PM - 12 AM
See October 1 for details
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33rd Annual October Photography Exhibit / Wassenberg Art Center / 1 - 5 PM
See October 3 for details
24th Annual Fall Mums and Pumpkin Festival / Lincoln Ridge Farm / 12 - 6 PM
See October 3 for details
Chicken Barbecue and Hoe-Down / Van Wert Historical Museum / 5 - 9 PM
The Van Wert Historical Society will host this old-fashioned chicken barbecue and hoedown at the Van Wert County Historical Museum. The Van Wert Firefighters will offer their chicken barbecue beginning at 5 PM followed by a lively evening of square and round dancing in the Red Barn on the Museum grounds. For more information call 419-771-9851.
The Butler Did It / Off Stage Productions / Van Wert Senior Center / 6:30 PM
See October 15 for details
Harry Potter Meets the Orchestra / Niswonger Performing Arts Center / 7:30 PM
Now - we’ll bring those two great elements BACK together - the music and the magic - in Harry Potter Meets the Symphony. Merwin Siu (Potter-fan extrordinare!) will host, in costume, as your Harry Potter du jour and will guide you through owls, wands, wizards, and ogres! Be a part of the hat sorting ceremony...and see which ‘House’ of the orchestra YOU belong to! Watch Merwin mesmerize someone...and just see what he makes them do! Laugh along with everyone as our conductor attempts to lead the full orchestra...without the right ‘wand’ (baton). Come as your favorite Potter or Halloween character and join us for a costume parade across the stage. Along the way, you’ll get to hear the amazing John Williams music from the films and some other magic-themed works for orchestra. It’s the best family costume orchestra concert since Star Wars! For more information visit their web site at www.nacvw.org or call the box office at 419-238-6722.
Heistand Haunted Woods / Heistand Woods Park / 8 PM - 12 AM
See October 1 for details
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33rd Annual October Photography Exhibit / Wassenberg Art Center / 1 - 5 PM
See October 3 for details
24th Annual Fall Mums and Pumpkin Festival / Lincoln Ridge Farm / 12 - 6 PM
See October 3 for details
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33rd Annual October Photography Exhibit / Wassenberg Art Center / 1 - 5 PM
See October 3 for details
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33rd Annual October Photography Exhibit / Wassenberg Art Center / 1 - 5 PM
See October 3 for details
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33rd Annual October Photography Exhibit / Wassenberg Art Center / 1 - 5 PM
See October 3 for details
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33rd Annual October Photography Exhibit / Wassenberg Art Center / 1 - 5 PM
See October 3 for details
Heistand Haunted Woods / Heistand Woods Park / 8 PM - 12 AM
See October 1 for details
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24th Annual Fall Mums and Pumpkin Festival / Lincoln Ridge Farm / 12 - 6 PM
See October 3 for details
Rich Little - A Tribute to Jimmy Stewart / Niswonger Performing Arts Center / 7:30 PM
The world’s greatest celebrity impersonator, Rich Little brings Jimmy Stewart to life. For over half a century, Jimmy Stewart has been a surrogate brother, father, and friend to fans of American film. This exciting evening of entertainment and laughter is not your typical evening, it includes music, singing and Rich’s adventures in the colorful world of Hollywood no one can match. His performance of Mr. Stewart comes to life right before your eyes. For more information visit their web site at www.nacvw.org or call the box office at 419-238-6722.
Heistand Haunted Woods / Heistand Woods Park / 8 PM - 12 AM
See October 1 for details
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24th Annual Fall Mums and Pumpkin Festival / Lincoln Ridge Farm / 12 - 6 PM
See October 3 for details
