Area Happenings: Trick or treat after party, Ghost Walk, Vincent Price movie

Wooster Daily Record
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“Mirror Mirror," through Dec. 1, Sussel and Morgan Galleries of Ebert Art Center, 1220 Beall Ave., Wooster. College of Wooster Art Museum (CWAM) is displaying its fall exhibition showcases with work of 14 women artists and focusing on issues of identity as women, artists, mothers, wives, daughters and friends. The curator’s talk will be at 7 p.m. Friday, followed by a dessert reception, and artist panels will be held 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday. Both events will take place in the Ebert Art Center.

“Mirror Mirror" will showcase the work of 14 women artists and focus on issues of identity as women, artists, mothers, wives, daughters, and friends.
“Mirror Mirror" will showcase the work of 14 women artists and focus on issues of identity as women, artists, mothers, wives, daughters, and friends.

“An Evolution from Imagery to Entanglement,” through Oct. 29, The Coburn Gallery at Ashland University. It will showcase a painting exhibition featuring alumnus Jamie Lindholm, who works primarily with oils and charcoal. This event is free and open to the public.

Jamie Lindholm
Jamie Lindholm

Harvest Bash, 5-8 p.m., Thursday, St. Mary’s School, 515 Beall Ave., Wooster. Harvest Bash welcomes people celebrating fall’s arrival and the importance of family bonding and connectedness. The event includes free food, fun, games, music and prizes. Contact Robert Bean by email at beanr@one-eighty.org or by phone at 330-804-3122 for more information.

Trick or Treat After Party, 7 p.m. Thursday, St. Michael Lutheran Church in Mifflin Village, 26 E. Maine St. Ashland. Chili, hotdogs, and other treats following trick or treat. Games and a costume contest.

Adult Beginning Tap Dance, 7:30-8:30 p.m. Thursdays, Holmes Center for the Arts, 5200 State Route 39, Millersburg. 12-week semester for $96. For more information visit www.holmescenterforthearts.org.

Ashland University Jazz Orchestra will perform its first Jazz at the Nest concert of the 2023-24 season Thursday.
Ashland University Jazz Orchestra will perform its first Jazz at the Nest concert of the 2023-24 season Thursday.

Jazz at the Nest, 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Ashland University's Hawkins-Conard Student Center’s Eagle’s Nest. Free and open to the public.

Pumpkins and Pillbugs, 6-8 p.m. Friday, Wooster Science Building, Ohio State Wooster Campus, 1680 Madison Ave., Wooster. Halloween Bug Zoo Bach. Trick or treat, Halloween crafts and pumpkin painting.

Ghost Walk Through History, 7-9 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Wayne County Historical Society, 546 E. Bowman St. Light refreshments will be served. Come hear the fascinating tales of eight distinguished spirits from Wayne County’s past. A limited number of tickets are available at $25 apiece and must be purchased in advance. Tickets may be purchased at the Wayne County Historical Society’s office, which is open Tuesday-Friday 1-5 p.m., or at Murr Printing, 201 N. Buckeye St., Wooster. In addition to the historical society’s parking lot on Spink Street, just north of Bowman, additional parking will be available for at the Discount Drug Mart and St. Mary’s Church lots. For more information, call the Wayne County Historical Society at 330-264-8856

Shoppers look at the selections at the St. John Lutheran Church Fall Craft Festival. This year's event will be held 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday.
Shoppers look at the selections at the St. John Lutheran Church Fall Craft Festival. This year's event will be held 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday.

St. John Lutheran Church Fall Craft Festival, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, 46 County Road 2575, Lakeville (McZena). The festival will feature gift baskets, baked goods, homemade jellies and jams, handmade crafts, Granny’s cookie cupboard and much more! Lunch will be served, by donation only, with carry-out available.

Victorian House Ghost Walk, 6-10 p.m. Saturday, 484 Wooster Road, Millersburg. The Holmes County Historical Society is hosting self-guided ghost walks with paranormal committee and spirit guides available to provide historical and paranormal information surrounding the Victorian House. The tickets can be purchased at the door for only $5 per person.

Pioneer Village Trick Or Treat and Movie, 4-6 p.m., Saturday, Smithville Community Historical Society. Free Hot Chocolate and donuts. There will be a free movie, the Vincent Price classic "House on Haunted Hill," following trick or treat. For more information visit the Smithville Community Historical Society Facebook page or sohchs.org.

"Radio Daze", 7 p.m. Saturday and 2:30 p.m. Sunday, First Church of God 1953 Akron Road, Wooster. Purchase ticket at the door and at www.brightlfeplayers.org. Proceeds will be donated to RISE FM Christian Radio Station. Questions call Maggie 330-465-6430.

Community Fall Celebration Night, 6:30 p.m., Saturday, Little Flock Fellowship Church, 1149 County Road, 30A, Ashland. There will be a bonfire, games and a hayride with apple cider, donuts and hotdogs. Everyone is welcome. For questions, call the church at 419-368-7705.

Preserving Your Family's Farm, 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 2., Buckeye Ag Museum & Education Center, 877 W. Old Lincolnway, Wooster. For more information call Barb at 330-464-0624. Event is free and open to all.

First Presbyterian Church of Wooster will hold a rummage sale 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday, Nov. 3. Women's Fellowship uses the proceeds to support missions and outreach. Lorraine Hancock, Lisa Rumbaugh and Karen McQuate are shown with items from a previous sale.
First Presbyterian Church of Wooster will hold a rummage sale 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday, Nov. 3. Women's Fellowship uses the proceeds to support missions and outreach. Lorraine Hancock, Lisa Rumbaugh and Karen McQuate are shown with items from a previous sale.

Rummage Sale, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday, Nov. 3, First Presbyterian Church, 621 College Ave., Wooster. 4 p.m. $5 bag sale. Proceeds allow Women’s Fellowship to carry out mission and church projects.

60th annual Stamp Show, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 4, at Ida Sue School, Oldman Road, Wooster, WOOPEX, which stands for Wooster Philatelic Exhibition, has free admission with plenty of parking. The show will have displays of stamps and related items for attendees to choose their personal favorites.

Surviving the Holidays, 10-11:30 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 4, Shreve Community Church. The session addresses how to deal with emotions, how to prepare for the holidays, and practical tips to soften the grief and discover hope for the future. There is no cost. To register or for more information, call 330-567-2051 Ext 117 or log on to https://shrevecommunitychurch.org/grief-share/ by Nov. 1.

OHuddle Floor is Lava, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Orrville CrossFit, 1330 N. Main St., Orrville. The family-style warrior event will benefit the OHuddle mentorship program at Orrville City Schools. Receive a free T-shirt by pre-registering by purchasing a $15 10-pack of tickets. T0shirts are not available with tickets purchased at the event. Go to www.ohuddle.org/lava for advanced ticket purchase. For any questions about the event or registration, contact Stacey Barrett at sbarrett@ohuddle.org or call 330-969-2021.

Nature Art Fest, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 11, and noon-4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 12., Oenslager Nature Center, 6100 Ridge Road, Sharon Township, just north of Sharon Center. If using a GPS/online directions, use Wadsworth 44281 for the city and ZIP code. For a list of 2023 artists, visit https://medinacountyparks.com/index.php/special-events. Find one-of-a-kind, nature-inspired pieces for everyone on your holiday gift list.

Wayne County Rural Youth's November Square/Line, 7-10 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 11, Wayne County Fair Event Center, 199 Vanover St., Wooster. No experience needed. Open to public of all ages. Cost:$5 per person. Free refreshments. Live band.

CLUE at the Mansion — Holiday Edition, 4-6 p.m., Friday, Nov. 17, and Sunday, Nov. 19, Victorian House Museum, 484 Wooster Road, Millersburg. Kick off the holiday season with an evening of intrigue with Clue at the Mansion: Holiday Edition. The Victorian House is inviting you to solve the mystery at the home Mr. And Mrs. H.C. Lee as they entertain local guests at their annual Christmas soirée. Enjoy the mansion decked out for the holidays while you interrogate the guests to solve the crime. The cost is $10 per person. Tickets can be purchased at Eventbrite or  www.facebook.com/victorianhousemuseum and click on events.

One Stop Christmas Shop, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Saturday, Nov 25, Church of the Saviour, 480 Fry Road, Wooster. Enjoy a mix of handmade crafts, baked goods, clothing and personal care products alongside some of your favorite brands. Cash and carry specials available. Free admission. Oma Gourd and Dough Pros food trucks on site. Follow us on Facebook for event updates and Vendor Spotlights; https://facebook.com/events/s/4th-annual-one-stop-christmas-/5953491454778406/

Tickets are on sale for the Madrigal Feaste, a long-standing tradition at Ashland University. The 47th annual event, presented by the AU Department of Music, will be held Thursday, Nov. 30, through Sunday, Dec. 3.
Tickets are on sale for the Madrigal Feaste, a long-standing tradition at Ashland University. The 47th annual event, presented by the AU Department of Music, will be held Thursday, Nov. 30, through Sunday, Dec. 3.

Madrigal Feaste, 6 p.m. Nov. 30 through Dec. 3, Redwood Hall, Ashland University. The Madrigal Feaste takes audiences back to “Merry Olde England," for an evening of fine singing, original comedy, award-winning dining and cherished traditions. All tickets must be purchased in advance (none are sold at the door) and are on sale through Monday, Nov. 27. They are available online at ashland.edu/performing-arts-tickets (credit card purchases will include an additional transaction fee) or in person at the AU Campus Store during normal business hours. For more information, contact Ron Blackley, director of choral activities and professor of music at AU, at 419-289-5114 or rblackle@ashland.edu.

"Messiah", 7 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 3, Central Christian School in Kidron. The Orrville Community Chorus will present its 78th annual performance of "Messiah" by George Frederic Handel. Admission is $10. Students through eighth grade will be admitted free. Visit the Chorus website at www.orrvillecommunitychorus.org for further information. Questions may be addressed to info@orrvillecommunitychorus.org.

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