AUGUST
8/1/2009
The Local Market
2 - 6 pm
Victory Park, Vermilion
Everything is locally grown or made. Features organic fruits and vegetables, range fed meats, honey, vinegars, soaps, local art and jewelry and much more.
440.963.0772
mainstreetvermilion.com
8/1/2009
Art Show
11 am - 4 pm
The Old Stone Church & Museum, Kelleys Island
This one day event features art paintings, crafts and more.
419.746.2399
8/1/2009
Antiques, Collectibles and Artists in the Park
9 am - 4 pm
Exchange Park, SR 6 and 60, Vermilion
Enjoy nautical exhibits, arts, crafts, antiques, collectibles, music, antique cars and more.
440.654.8847
DiscoverVermilion.com
8/1/2009 - 8/2/2009
Basket Festival
Sat: 10 am - 10 pm, Sun: 11am - 9 pm
Corner of Center St. and Main St., Berlin Heights
The Berlin Heights Basket Festival is a family-oriented event featuring baskets of every shape and size. Come out and enjoy the flower show, craft show, flea market, parade, food vendors, baby contest, live entertainment and children's games.
419.433.5461
8/1/2009 - 8/2/2009
First-Lady Style: White House Gowns
Mon - Sat: 9 am - 5 pm, Sun: Noon - 5 pm
Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Center, Fremont
More than two dozen gowns worn by America's First Ladies are on display in the Hayes Museum. Closed on Easter.
419.332.2081 or 800.998.7737
Admission: $6/adult, $5/senior, $2/child 6 - 12 yrs
8/7/2009 - 8/9/2009
Huron Rotary Festival
Huron Boat Basin & Amphitheater, corner of Main St. & Cleveland Rd., Huron
Rotary sponsored event offering good ribs, art and music.
419.433.7850
huronrotary.org
8/8/2009
The Local Market
2 - 6 pm
Victory Park, Vermilion
Everything is locally grown or made. Features organic fruits and vegetables, range fed meats, honey, vinegars, soaps, local art and jewelry and much more.
440.963.0772
mainstreetvermilion.com
8/11/2009 - 8/16/2009
Erie County Fair
Erie County Fairgrounds, 3110 Columbus Ave., Sandusky
Enjoy food, games, rides, animals, pageants and tons of fun all week long.
419.626.1000
eriecountyohiofair.com
8/15/2009
Toast of Ohio
11 am - 8 pm
Downtown, Sandusky
Wine Festival featuring award-winning wines, entertainment and great gourmet foods. Wine tasting glasses will vary by vendor but start at $3. Food offerings will range from $1 - 5.
419.624.0274
Admission: $1/person; wine tastings and food purchases are additional
8/15/2009
Homecoming
10 am - 6 pm
Addison St., Kelleys Island
A great excuse to visit the island. There is a concert by the North Coast Band, nature exhibits by Back to the Wild, food, beverages, games and a shoppers market. This is old-fashioned fun at its best. Other activities include: a pretzel eating contest, kids games, a parade and a pet competition.
419.746.2432
kelleysislandchamber.com or KILandowners@aol.com
Admission: Free
8/15/2009
10th Annual All-Classics Weekend Wooden Boats & Antique Cars
Huron Boat Basin, 330 N. Main St., Huron
Enjoy walking the pier as you view a variety of wooden boats, antique boats and antique cars.
419.433.4848
8/15/2009
The Local Market
2 - 6 pm
Victory Park, Vermilion
Everything is locally grown or made. Features organic fruits and vegetables, range fed meats, honey, vinegars, soaps, local art and jewelry and much more.
440.963.0772
mainstreetvermilion.com
8/16/2009
2nd Annual Vermilion Harbour Triathlon/Duathlon
Downtown, Vermilion
This fast-growing race brings participants of all skill levels from many states and Canada.
440.963.0772
8/16/2009
6th Annual Duck Dash 500
2 - 6 pm
Vermilion River, Vermilion
Thousands of rubber ducks race down the Vermilion River. The best view is from McGarvey's landing where the Vermilion River meets Lake Erie.
440.963.0772
mainstreetvermilion.com
8/20/2009
Music, Flowers and a Sunset
Downtown, Vermilion
Music fans of all ages and music preferences can enjoy their favorite music. Musicians are everywhere downtown, playing on street corners, in parks, at the museum, on the beach - wherever people are gathered to watch, dance or sing along.
440.963.0772
mainstreetvermilion.com
Admission: Free
8/21/2009 - 8/22/2009
Big Splash Raffle
Fri: 6 - 9 pm, Sat: 12 - 5 pm
Erie County Fairgrounds, 3110 Columbus Ave., Sandusky
Join us Friday night for the Big Splash kick off event to enjoy food, beverages, side raffles, 50/50 drawings and live entertainment by The Earthquakers. Saturday is the main event, featuring over $250,000 in cash and prizes including cars and motorcycles. There will also be 50/50 raffles, food and beverages.
419.624.0274 or 800.255.3743
bigsplashraffle.com
Cost: $100/ticket; $5/person Friday night for non-ticket holders
8/21/2009 - 8/23/2009
Chris Craft Commander Rendezvous
Huron Boat Basin, 330 N. Main St., Huron
This event will feature fine dining at the Huron Yacht Club, an entertaining and informative evening program and lots of time on the docks to admire thousands of feet of classic fiberglass Commanders of all sizes, talk with boat owners and get valuable technical tips.
8/22/2009
"It Takes Two" 5 Mile Relay
9 am
Zierolf Field, Sandusky
This is a two person relay with each member separately running 2.5 miles. Awards given to top three teams in each division. Please call for more details.
419.626.8953 or 419.626.3295
Cost: $18/team w/ shirt (pre-registered), $22/team w/ shirt (race day registration), $12/team w/o shirt
8/22/2009
Lake Erie Island Fest
9 am
Town Hall Field, Middle Bass Island
Volleyball and cornhole tournaments, Island Bike Tour, Mini Triathlon and 1K Island Walk.
440.452.5067
Cost: $35/participant
8/22/2009
The Local Market
2 - 6 pm
Victory Park, Vermilion
Everything is locally grown or made. Features organic fruits and vegetables, range fed meats, honey, vinegars, soaps, local art and jewelry and much more.
440.963.0772
mainstreetvermilion.com
8/29/2009
The Local Market
2 - 6 pm
Victory Park, Vermilion
Everything is locally grown or made. Features organic fruits and vegetables, range fed meats, honey, vinegars, soaps, local art and jewelry and much more.
440.963.0772
mainstreetvermilion.com
