The Harvest Moon Festival (frame by Jeff Davis)… …took place at Parkersburg City Park… …and offered a pavilion… …and (3) tents… …filled and surrounded by all sorts of vendors. Offerings were vast as they included seasonal crafts… …pottery… …leather… …designer jewelry (Penny Whistle Jewels)… …and framed lit trinket Christmas trees. … Read more
It was a beautiful day at Cedar Lakes… …perfect for the Mountain State Art and Craft Fair. This festival was spread out over a large picturesque property… …and sectioned into one Americas Village… …and 4 villages based on the cultures that make up Appalachia. There was an Irish pub/restaurant in … Read more
The Pomeroy Sternwheel Riverfest takes place in the downtown area with a nice selection of sternwheel boats, some vendors, food and entertainment. 2026 DATE: September 24-26, 2026Location: Downtown PomeroyWebsite: https://www.facebook.com/pomeroysternwheel/ **** This post documents my experience on September 17, 2016. When I got to the picturesque town of Pomeroy… …it … Read more
On November 15, 1966, two young couples were driving outside of Point Pleasant, WV… …when they saw a large flying white creature with glowing red eyes. Soon after, more people saw this “Mothman” in the area… …and these sightings lasted until December 15, 1967 (Jamie C. Sloane)… …when the Silver … Read more
The Ohio Pawpaw Festival celebrates the largest edible native fruit of the United States (and Ohio’s State Fruit) through education presentations, various pawpaw competitions, the use of pawpaw in each of the festival’s food vendors, and a selection of pawpaw beer. There are also a nice assortment of vendors, educational … Read more
This post documents my experience on September 16, 2016. I set my navigation for the Dutch Valley Market… …in order to visit the Dutch Valley Fall Festival. At first, when I stepped out into the parking lot… …I only saw a few cute craft vendors (Morgan’s Special Treasures)… …a sample … Read more
The Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church’s Greek Festival offers a variety of food, gift vendors, a large rummage sale, church tours and musical entertainment 2026 DATE: September 17-19, 2026Location: Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church129 S Union StAkron, OH 44304Website: https://www.akrongreekfest.com/ **** This post documents my experience on September 16, 2016. As soon … Read more
The Firelands Labor Day Festival takes place at New London Recreation Park, offering a midway with rides, food, music and various forms of entertainment. 2026 DATE: September 4-6, 2026Location: New London Recreation Park2 Blake StNew London, OH 44851Website: https://www.newlondonoh.com **** This post documents my experience on September 4, 2016. The … Read more
The Russia Homecoming Festival takes place around St. Remy Hall, offering games, rides, food and entertainment. 2026 DATE: September 4-6, 2026Location: St. Remy Hall101 St. Remy StRussia, OH 45363Website: http://www.russiahomecoming.com/ **** This post documents my experience on September 4, 2016. The Russia (pronounced “ROO-shee”) Homecoming Festival… …is a small community … Read more