Area Happenings: Progressive Dinner, Nature Art Fest, and holiday arts and crafts

Wooster Daily Record

“Of Two (or more) Minds,” Thursday-Friday through Dec. 15, The Coburn Gallery at Ashland University. A mixed media exhibition by Cleveland artist Barbara Martin. The Coburn Gallery is open 10 a.m.-5 p.m. weekdays and noon-4 p.m. weekends. Gallery admission is free. For more information about the exhibition, call 419-289-5652 or visit the gallery’s Facebook page.

Progressive Dinner, 5-9 p.m. Thursday, downtown Wooster. Spend an evening on the town at Grigio's, Salsaroja, Mariola Italian and Broken Rock. Tickets are $95 each; https://bgcwooster.org/progressive-dinner

Dog Obedience Class, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Thursdays, Nov. 9 and 16, Smithville UMC. Cost $85. To register contact: Smithville United Methodist Church 330-669-2371 or smithvilleum@gmail.com

Arts & Crafts Festival, 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, Hillsdale Local Schools, 479 Township Road 1902, Jeromesville. In both the 7-12 gym (handmade items) and the pre-k-6 gym (non-handmade items).

The Coburn Gallery and Ashland University Department of Art + Design will be hosting “Of Two (or more) Minds,” a mixed media exhibition by Cleveland artist Barbara Martin, from Thursday, Nov. 9, through Friday, Dec. 15.
The Coburn Gallery and Ashland University Department of Art + Design will be hosting “Of Two (or more) Minds,” a mixed media exhibition by Cleveland artist Barbara Martin, from Thursday, Nov. 9, through Friday, Dec. 15.

Nature Art Fest, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday and noon-4 p.m. Sunday, 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.

Kingsway Christian School students Nick Scott as Wilbur, Cinta Shoup as Templeton, Dakota Dunn as Fern and Cassie Shoup as Charlotte rehearse to present "Charlotte's Web." Tickets may be purchased online on the school website or at the door.
Kingsway Christian School students Nick Scott as Wilbur, Cinta Shoup as Templeton, Dakota Dunn as Fern and Cassie Shoup as Charlotte rehearse to present "Charlotte's Web." Tickets may be purchased online on the school website or at the door.

"Charlotte's Web," 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday; 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Kingsway Christian School, 11138 Old Lincoln Way E., Orrville. Tickets available on the school's website or the door. Reserved seats are $10, general admission is $7 and seniors and alumni, $5.

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

Smithville Thanksgiving Hymn Sing, 2:30-4 p.m., Sunday, The Smithville Community Historical Society at the Smithville Historic Church of God, 147 N. Milton St. Requests from the church hymnals will be taken and accompanied on piano and pump organ. Cookies and punch will be provided. Free event. For more information visit the Smithville Community Historical Society Facebook page.

Thanksgiving Dinner in Bruch Hall, 5-7 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 16, 621 College Ave., Wooster. Free meal. All are welcome.

Fall Ladies Night Out, 5:30-8:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 16, Lehman's, 4779 Kidron Road, Dalton. Find demonstrations like making unique center pieces, candle making, cookie decorating and DIY gifting. Your $25 ticket includes a gift bag worth $30, a $10 off coupon and heavy appetizers, as well as participation in all the demonstrations.

The College of Wooster Department of Theatre and Dance will present its annual Fall Dance Concert, titled Stage Door: Fall Dance Concert, 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 16 through Saturday, Nov. 18.
The College of Wooster Department of Theatre and Dance will present its annual Fall Dance Concert, titled Stage Door: Fall Dance Concert, 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 16 through Saturday, Nov. 18.

Fall Dance Concert, 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 16, through Sunday, Nov. 18, Freedlander Theatre, 329 E. College Ave., Wooster. The College of Wooster Department of Theatre and Dance will present its annual Fall Dance Concert, titled "Stage Door: Fall Dance Concert." The concert is free and open to the public, but audiences are encouraged to reserve tickets in advance. Tickets can be reserved starting Monday. For more information, or to reserve tickets, visit the box office in Freedlander Theatre, call 330-263-2241, or visit wooster.edu/tickets.

Window Wonderland, Friday, Nov. 17, downtown Wooster. Window Wonderland is sure to bring smiles to the faces of anyone. Santa arrives off the Briggs & Starr Building, hot cocoa, treats, activities, horse and carriage rides, live reindeer, and more is a part of the event.

Our Place and 10 Ways to Survive the Holidays, 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 17, and Saturday, Nov. 18, Smithville High School cafetorium. Green Local Drama Clubs present the 2023 fall one-act plays. Tickets are $10, sold at the door or online. More information can be found at www.greenlocaldrama.com.

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.

Craft Show, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 18, Ashland County Fairgrounds. Hosted by Team Ripple Effect Relay For Life. Money being donated to pediatric cancer.

Wayne County Fair Gun Bash, 1:30-8 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 18, Wayne County Fairground. Proceeds benefit the Wayne County Fairgrounds. For more information and a set of rules, visit www.waynecountyfairohio.com/gunbash.

Victorian House Open House, 4-8 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 18, 484 Wooster Road, Millersburg. Free kickoff to the Holiday season.

Swiss Steak Dinner, 4-7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 18, Beach City American Legion Hall Post 549, 125 Third Ave. NE. Drive-thru carryout only. Meal includes three-bean salad, applesauce, mashed potatoes/homemade gravy, corn, bread and dessert for the cost of $12.

Cantate Singers rehearse for the concert at 7 p.m. Nov. 18 at First Presbyterian Church in Wooster.
Cantate Singers rehearse for the concert at 7 p.m. Nov. 18 at First Presbyterian Church in Wooster.

Cantate Singers Fall Concert, 7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 18, First Presbyterian Church, 621 College Ave., Wooster. The centerpiece of the performance is Antonio Vivaldi’s “Gloria” accompanied by chamber orchestra. The balance of the concert will be composed of shorter works by Elaine Hagenberg, John Rutter, Brian Büda, and Taylor Davis. Free and open to the public.

Civil War Round Table, 6:30 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 21, Wayne County Historical Society schoolhouse. Program titled Civil War Women Forged a Path.

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.

Christmas Craft Show, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 2, St. Peter Catholic Church, 379 S. Crawford St., Millersburg.

"Messiah," 7 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 3, Central Christian School, 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 www.orrvillecommunitychorus.org for more information. Questions may be addressed to info@orrvillecommunitychorus.org.

Hope for the Holiday, 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 9, Lincoln Way Vineyards, 9050 West Old Lincoln Way, Wooster. Benefit Christmas handbell concert. Presented by Grace Ringers & Friends. Donations will benefit cancer research. Food truck, On the Rise Bar B- Que on site, noon-8 p.m.

“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.

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