AREA HAPPENINGS: Concerts, candidates, Beet Festival on the to-do list

Ed Marthey (piano), 6-8 p.m. Thursday, downtown Wooster; Main Street Music event, Main Street Wooster. For more information email Guinevere@mainstreetwooster.org.

Candidates Night, 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Ballroom at Shisler Conference Center, Ohio Agricultural Research and Development Center, Wooster. The League of Women Voters of Wayne County will host candidates for county commissioner, state representative, US Congress and judge for the 9th District Court of Appeals. The candidates will each have an opportunity to speak, and will participate in Q&A. Free and open to the public.

Fall Rummage and Bake Sale, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday and 9 a.m.-noon Saturday, Sullivan First Congregational Church, 503 US Route 224, Sullivan.

The Algonquin Mill Fall Festival, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday-Sunday, Algonquin Mill Complex, 234 Autumn Road SW, Carrollton. Admission is $8 per vehicle. Attractions include a steam-powered flour mill, pioneer village and homemade foods, including apple butter, sauerkraut, cookies and bean soup. Kids can visit the petting zoo, have faces painted and ride the kiddy train. Live entertainment owill include cloggers, bluegrass bands, vocal groups and the Dulci-More. Juried craft vendors and antique cars will be on-site. For more information visit www.carrollcountyhistoricalsociety.com.

Standard Time Jazz, 6-8 p.m. Friday, downtown Wooster; Main Street Music event by Main Street Wooster. For more information email Guinevere@mainstreetwooster.org.

Second Saturday, 8 a.m.-noon Saturday, downtown Wooster. Outdoor artisan market at the square; jewelry, original artwork, carved wooden gifts, crocheted crafts, and more. For more information, email Guinevere@mainstreetwooster.org.

Downtown Wooster Farmers' Market, 8 a.m.-noon Saturday. Last one of the year. Bring your dog in a Halloween costume and enter to win a $75 dog treat basket of goodies from Daisy Dog Barkery. For more information, email Guinevere@mainstreetwooster.org.

County Line Historical Society Museum Open House, noon-3 p.m., Saturday, 281 N. Market St., Shreve. Parking at Shreve Auto Repair, Farmers National Bank and downtown lots. Handicap parking at rear of museum, entering alley off East Robinson Street. Adults $2 and children 12 and younger are free.

Wayne Center for the Arts Fall Festival, noon-4 p.m. Saturday. Food, live music, pottery demonstrations, art activities, artist vendors and a bounce house. For more information visit wayneartscenter.org/

Clam Bake & Steak Dinner, 5-9 p.m. Saturday, Kittredge Dining Hall, East Wayne Avenue, Wooster. A fundraiser for the Wayne County Humane Society. Silent auction items, a side board, cash bar and music. Tickets start at $50. Purchase at https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/16621c90-05c9-44ee-8d00-f39f0336f45c.

Marcus Ladrach, 6-8 p.m. Saturday, downtown Wooster; Main Street Music event by Main Street Wooster. For more information, email Guinevere@mainstreetwooster.org.

Dynamic Duos, 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Robert M. & Janet L. Archer Auditorium at Ashland High School.Presented by the Ashland Symphony Orchestra. There will be a preconcert talk by the ASO’s new music director and conductor, Michael Repper, at 6:55 p.m. in the rear of the auditorium.

Fall Festival Trunk or Treat, 4-6 p.m. Sunday, First Presbyterian Church, 621 College Ave., Wooster; Crafts, candy and free food.

Kenny Rogers Tribute, 4 p.m. Sunday, Lincoln Theatre, 156 Lincoln Way E. Massillon. The Gambler Returns: The Ultimate Kenny Rogers Tribute will be presented. Tickets are $25 and $30 for the main floor and $20 for the balcony, and can be purchased at www.lionslincolntheatre.org or by calling 330-481-9105.

Pancake Breakfast and Car Show, 7-11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 15, Marshallville firehouse. Proceeds support the East Wayne Firefighters. Breakfast by donation includes pancakes, eggs, potatoes, sausage, coffee and orange juice. The Bucket & Beans car show registration will start at 11 a.m. Car show will be held at Marshallville Historical Society. Car show is noon-4 p.m.; $5 entry fee for car show. Music, 50/50, fried bologna sandwiches, bean soup and cornbread.

5k Dirty Dog Jog, 9 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 15, Wilderness Center, 9877 Alabama Ave. SW, Wilmot. Run is presented by PAWS (Promoting Animal Welfare) for the Wayne County Dog Shelter. The cost is $40 per person.

14th Annual Kidron Beet Festival, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 15, Sonnenberg Village, Kidron. Food vendors, tours, music, beet judging.

Smithville Harvest Fest and Market, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 15, Smithville Community Historical Society. There will be live demonstrations, Pioneer Village tours, live music, food and, new this year, a harvest market. The market will feature local vendors offering baked goods, handcrafted candles, jewelry, soaps, home and holiday decore, handmade beauty products using local honey, boutique clothing, customized tumblers and cutting boards, handcrafted cards, bags and purses. For more information visit the society's facebook page (facebook.com/SCHSMishler) or website at sohchs.org.

Arts Council Chocolate Walk, noon-4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 15, Medina Square. Tickets will be available for purchase Sept. 13-Oct. 13 for $30. If there are any tickets left, last minute tickets will be available Oct. 14 and 15 for $40. Tickets can be purchased at www.medinacountyartscouncil.org. The Chocolate Walk raises funds for grants to Medina County arts teachers and arts organizations, scholarships to graduating seniors who have excelled in the arts, and free arts performances and experiences during the annual Arts Week.

"Cross Keys, Carpet Bag and Pen," 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 15, Shreve Presbyterian Church, 343 N. Market St., Shreve. The County Line Historical Society of Wayne/Holmes will host Kathryn Hardgrove Popio, who will present her new book of Civil War letters titled "Cross Keys, Carpet Bag and Pen."

Swiss Steak Dinner, 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 15, Beach City American Legion Hall Post 549, 125 Third Ave. NE. Meal includes three bean salad, applesauce, mashed potatoes/ homemade gravy, corn, bread and dessert for the cost of $12. Proceeds support veterans.

Haunted 5K & Trunk or Treat, 4-9:45 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 15, Mapleton High School. Benefit for the Mapleton cross country team. Food trucks begin at 4 p.m., Trunk or Treat is 5-6 p.m., The Maple Leaf Zone is 5-7 p.m. (Halloween science and pumpkin painting), hayrides 6-9:45 p.m. and the Haunted 5K at dark (around 7 p.m.). For more information visit www.facebook.com/events/1539660873157331.

The Everly Brothers Experience, 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 15, Lions Lincoln Theatre, 156 Lincoln Way East, Massillon. Tickets are $25 for the balcony, $30 for the main floor and $35 for VIP seating in the first six rows. Tickets may be purchased at lionslincolntheatre.org or by calling 330-481-9105.

Senior Forum 2022, 7:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 18, Greystone Event Center, 50 Riffel Road, Wooster. The forum is for people ages 55 and older; speakers, vendors, breakfast and lunch.

Fall Harvest Soup Supper, 4:30-6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 18, Castle Club, 434 N. Washington St., Millersburg. The Holmes County Historical Society will have four soups − ham and bean, creamy potato, chili and vegetable (plus one vegetarian vegetable), applesauce, cornbread and an assortment of fall pies. Price is by donation.

Pancake and Sausage Breakfast, 6-11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 22, Winesburg Fire Station. The breakfast is all you can eat for a donation and will benefit the Winesburg Fire Department Auxiliary.

Run for Hope 5K Fun Run, 8 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 22, Freer Field, Ashland; $30 registration fee. Proceeds go to The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention.

Victorian Tea, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 22, Castle Club Banquet Center, Millersburg. Hosted by the Holmes County Historical Society. The speaker is Jane Bilek. The cost is $25 per person and the deadline for reservations is Oct. 17.  Call reservations in to Margi Oller at 330-465-1393 or send a reservation to Holmes County Historical Society, PO Box 126, Millersburg 44654.

Savor & Sip, 5-8 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 25, Mid-Ohio Conference Center, Mansfield. The Savor & Sip event is a celebration of all things culinary, from appetizers, entrees, desserts, pastries and beverages, from some of the area's finest restaurants, caterers, bakeries, delis and beverage companies. There will be entertainment and a silent auction. Entry is $20 per person when registered by Oct. 11. Attendees are encouraged to register via the event calendar at richlandareachamber.com.

Dog Obedience Class, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Oct. 27, Nov. 3 and Nov. 10, Smithville United Methodist Church; $85 registration fee. Class limit to eight. Register by calling 330-669-2371.

Mohican 5K, 9 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 5. Proceeds will be used to help maintain and improve the bike path connecting downtown Loudonville to Mohican State Park Campground. For more information, call the Loudonville Chamber office, 419-994-4789.

Contra Dance, 7-9:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 5, Valley College Grange, 2411 Shreve Road, Wooster. Live music with Pocketful O’Gimmick. Ages 8-adult. No partner or experience necessary. Suggested donation adults $7, students $5. Mask optional. For more information call 330-347-8155 or visit www.woosterdance.com. Dances are held the first Saturdays of the month 7-9:30 p.m. October-May. (Dec. 3, Jan 7, Feb. 4, March 4, April 1, May 6)

Community Dance, 3-5 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 6, Westminster Presbyterian Church, 353 E. Pine St., College of Wooster campus. Musician Jamieson Bowman and pianist Stephanie Musselman will play at this free event.

Bingo Luncheon, 11 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 22, the Connection, 1034 Country Club Drive, Wooster. Presented by the Wayne and Holmes Counties Senior Coalition.

Dalton Holiday Festival, Dec. 3-4, downtown Dalton. Craft show, parade, other contests, other holiday festivities.

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