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    Earth, Hand, & Fire

    September 16, 2022
    Visit the Ohio Glass Museum and Glassblowing Studio for a new exhibit, "Earth, Hand, & Fire" featuring glass from the Dana Shouldis Collection, a 104-piece gift of Fenton Glass given to the museum from the estate of Mary Helen Hunt, and many glass items selected from the Ohio Glass Museum archives. 

    Pride Take-Home Craft Kit

    June 1, 2023
    Make a beaded craft that can be a keychain, bracelet, fidget, or all three! Pick up a kit at the Fairfield County District Library (219 N. Broad Street) in Lancaster between June 1 and June 17 (while supplies last). All are welcome, though crafts are suggested for adults and teens. 

    Intrinsic Luminescence

    June 3, 2023
    Intrinsic Luminescence features the work of three outstanding artists. Whether it’s the dreamlike, epic landscapes of Judith Brandon; the poetic figures of Stanka Kordic; or the architectural, sculptural glass forms of Michael Mikula, each of these artists employs techniques that create a sense of inner light. This luminescence emanates through layers of media, subject and abstraction, illuminating the masterful craftsmanship that is fundamental to each artist’s creation.

    Zipper Bag Fun at Farmer's Country Store

    June 6, 2023
    Create a zipper bag with some flair at Farmer's Country Store. Shauna will help you create this bag that is great for cosmetics, small treasures, or a gift. Cost is $40 and includes all supplies and your choice of fabric from our scrap stash. Bring your sewing machine and basic sewing supplies for this fun and practical class.

    Pride & Pints at Double Edge Brewing Co.

    June 6, 2023
    Join The Rainbow Alliance of Fairfield County at Double Edge Brewing Co. every Tuesday in June for Pride & Pints! $1 from every pint sold on Tuesdays throughout June will support The Rainbow Alliance of Fairfield County’s mission to create a warm, safe, and loving environment where all locals feel welcome.

    Lancaster Friday Night Bandstand Summer Concert Series

    June 9, 2023
    Enjoy this free outdoor concert presented Friday nights throughout the summer in beautiful historic downtown Lancaster. Bring a lawn chair, and family and friends!

    Live Music at Ale House 1890

    June 10, 2023
    Visit Ale House 1890 in downtown Lancaster on Friday nights for live music on the patio. Enjoy the atmosphere, entrees, and drinks at this popular restaurant with indoor, outdoor seating and a full-service bar. For the full entertainment schedule, visit AleHouse1890.com/events.

    Saturday Cinema in Downtown Lancaster

    June 10, 2023
    Visit downtown Lancaster on the second Saturday of every month, May through August, for a free movie in Zane Square! Enjoy music and activities before the movie begins. Saturday Cinema is fun for the whole family!

    Lancaster Farmers Market

    June 10, 2023
    Lancaster Farmers Market offers fresh fruits and vegetables, baked goods, meats, eggs, cut flowers, preserves, popsicles, crafts, plants, honey, body care products, and more! Open Saturdays, 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m., at West Chestnut Street in downtown Lancaster (behind Keller Market House). The farmers market is rain or shine, on the first Saturday in May through the first Saturday in October.

    The McIans at O'Huids Gaelic Pub

    June 10, 2023
    O'Huids Gaelic Pub will be hosting The Mclans every second Saturday of the month from 8 - 11 p.m. The McIans is a band based in Columbus, Ohio that plays modern and traditional Celtic music in the vein of Flogging Molly, the Pogues, Dropkick Murphy’s, and other Celtic punk and rock favorites. Don't miss their high-spirit performances every second Saturday in downtown Lancaster!

    Brunch at The Downtown Bistro

    June 11, 2023
    Every Sunday from 10 a.m.  to 4 p.m., visit The Downtown Bistro in historic downtown Lancaster to enjoy a special brunch menu featuring shareables, salads, handhelds, and entrees. Don't forget to select a side and a delicious dessert!

    Growing with Love & Pride

    June 12, 2023
    Join The Rainbow Alliance of Fairfield County at the beautiful Ale House 1890 patio as you celebrate pride month! Come together to share laughter, social time, and the love of plants. Get introduced to selected plants, while being guided through the potting of your new plant in your new fabulously custom designed one of a kind planter from Shadystone Pots. The ticket price includes a 4” plant, custom planter and a good time! Purchase your ticket online at STUMPPlants.com.

    Pride & Pints at Double Edge Brewing Co.

    June 13, 2023
    Join The Rainbow Alliance of Fairfield County at Double Edge Brewing Co. every Tuesday in June for Pride & Pints! $1 from every pint sold on Tuesdays throughout June will support The Rainbow Alliance of Fairfield County’s mission to create a warm, safe, and loving environment where all locals feel welcome.

    Pride Flags at Lancaster's Downtown Gazebo

    June 14, 2023
    The Rainbow Alliance of Fairfield County will have LGTBQIA+ flags on display around Lancaster's downtown gazebo in Zane Square on Wednesday, June 14. Come celebrate Pride with by taking a selfie with the flags or enjoy the space with a friend, over a coffee, or while reading a book. The flags will be on display from 9 a.m. - 7 p.m. Make sure to tag The Rainbow Alliance of Fairfield County in your photos!

    Summer Fun Wall Hanging or Table Topper

    June 15, 2023
    Create a 25”x25” wall hanging or table topper just in time for summer gatherings in this two session class on Thursday, June 15 and 22 from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Farmer's Country Store. Select your fabric of choice and create your own stylized quilt using the quilt-as-you-go method. Pam will share her method to pull this quilt together quickly! Participants select their own fabric and should bring their sewing machine and basic sewing supplies.

    Lancaster Friday Night Bandstand Summer Concert Series

    June 16, 2023
    Enjoy this free outdoor concert presented Friday nights throughout the summer in beautiful historic downtown Lancaster. Bring a lawn chair, and family and friends!

    Day of Action

    June 16, 2023
    Join the United Way of Fairfield County for its free Day of Action event on Friday, June 16 from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. in downtown Lancaster. This event offers free activities and a day to play! There will also be free t-shirts to the first 250 kids.

    Blast from the Past Crafts at the Fairfield County District Library

    June 17, 2023
    Join Fairfield County District Library and The Rainbow Alliance of Fairfield County for an afternoon of colorful crafts from the 80s and 90s. This event will be held on the third floor of the library on Saturday, June 17 at 2-3 p.m. Register online, on the Fairfield County District Library app, or by calling 740-653-2745, extension #160.

    Live Music at Ale House 1890

    June 17, 2023
    Visit Ale House 1890 in downtown Lancaster on Friday nights for live music on the patio. Enjoy the atmosphere, entrees, and drinks at this popular restaurant with indoor, outdoor seating and a full-service bar. For the full entertainment schedule, visit AleHouse1890.com/events.

    Lancaster Farmers Market

    June 17, 2023
    Lancaster Farmers Market offers fresh fruits and vegetables, baked goods, meats, eggs, cut flowers, preserves, popsicles, crafts, plants, honey, body care products, and more! Open Saturdays, 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m., at West Chestnut Street in downtown Lancaster (behind Keller Market House). The farmers market is rain or shine, on the first Saturday in May through the first Saturday in October.

    Brunch at The Downtown Bistro

    June 18, 2023
    Every Sunday from 10 a.m.  to 4 p.m., visit The Downtown Bistro in historic downtown Lancaster to enjoy a special brunch menu featuring shareables, salads, handhelds, and entrees. Don't forget to select a side and a delicious dessert!

    Juneteenth Celebration in Downtown Lancaster

    June 19, 2023
    Join the community of Lancaster at the downtown gazebo on Monday, June 19 from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. for a Juneteenth Celebration! There will be speakers, food from D's Dogs, and music. This event is presented by The Black Interest Group of Lancaster, Destination Downtown Lancaster, Fairfield County Heritage Association, and The Fairfield County Diversity, Inclusion and Empowerment Fund.

    Pride Trivia at Double Edge Brewing Co.

    June 20, 2023
    Join The Rainbow Alliance of Fairfield County for a fun night of Pride Trivia at Double Edge Brewing Co.! Pride trivia starts at 6 p.m. Make sure to come early to grab a seat! Taco Mania will be there serving authentic Mexican tacos, burritos, quesadillas, birria ramen, and more. During the event and every Tuesday in June, $1 from every pint sold will support The Rainbow Alliance of Fairfield County’s mission to create a warm, safe, and loving environment where all locals feel welcome.

    Pride & Pints at Double Edge Brewing Co.

    June 20, 2023
    Join The Rainbow Alliance of Fairfield County at Double Edge Brewing Co. every Tuesday in June for Pride & Pints! $1 from every pint sold on Tuesdays throughout June will support The Rainbow Alliance of Fairfield County’s mission to create a warm, safe, and loving environment where all locals feel welcome.

    Civil War Roundtable Presents: Jennifer Bartley

    June 21, 2023
    Join Fairfield County Heritage Association for an interesting and informative presentation by Jennifer Bartley about landscape design and edible gardens. Bartley has an undergraduate and master's degree in landscape architecture from The Ohio State University. She is also an author and lecturer. Weather permitting, this event will be held outside in the Sherman Gardens on Wednesday, June 21 at 7:00 p.m. Admission is $5 and all are welcome!

    Youth and Family Game Night

    June 21, 2023
    Come join L-City Coffee + in downtown Lancaster for game night! Bring your friends and family for a fun, relaxing evening full of games and good times! This event is fun for all ages.

    Pride Night at L-City Coffee +

    June 21, 2023
    Join The Rainbow Alliance of Fairfield County for an evening of family fun and tabletop game night at L-City Coffee + on Wednesday, June 21 from 6-8 p.m. All ages are welcome! There will be music, games, and socialization. The $4 cover for The Underground is waived for the evening. 

    Lancaster Friday Night Bandstand Summer Concert Series

    June 23, 2023
    Enjoy this free outdoor concert presented Friday nights throughout the summer in beautiful historic downtown Lancaster. Bring a lawn chair, and family and friends!

    Fairfield County Heritage Association's 52nd Annual Tour of Homes

    June 24, 2023
    For the first time since 2019, the Fairfield County Heritage Association's Tour of Homes will be taking place once again in historic downtown Lancaster! There are several beautiful and unique properties to explore that you will surely enjoy. This eclectic group of properties should offer a fun and entertaining tour. It includes some historical gems, cottage-style homes, a home that feels as if you've walked back into the '60s and '70s, and one that became an artists playground during the pandemic.

    Live Music at Ale House 1890

    June 24, 2023
    Visit Ale House 1890 in downtown Lancaster on Friday nights for live music on the patio. Enjoy the atmosphere, entrees, and drinks at this popular restaurant with indoor, outdoor seating and a full-service bar. For the full entertainment schedule, visit AleHouse1890.com/events.

    Lancaster Farmers Market

    June 24, 2023
    Lancaster Farmers Market offers fresh fruits and vegetables, baked goods, meats, eggs, cut flowers, preserves, popsicles, crafts, plants, honey, body care products, and more! Open Saturdays, 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m., at West Chestnut Street in downtown Lancaster (behind Keller Market House). The farmers market is rain or shine, on the first Saturday in May through the first Saturday in October.

    Pride Brunch at MermGoddess Tattoo Studio & Gallery

    June 25, 2023
    Celebrate Pride with The Rainbow Alliance of Fairfield County at MermGoddess Tattoo Studio & Gallery for a community brunch! Come enjoy various breakfast Items, mimosas, raffle drawings, and more!

    Fairfield County Heritage Association's 52nd Annual Tour of Homes

    June 25, 2023
    For the first time since 2019, the Fairfield County Heritage Association’s Tour of Homes will be taking place once again in historic downtown Lancaster! There are several beautiful and unique properties to explore that you will surely enjoy. This eclectic group of properties should offer a fun and entertaining tour. It includes some historical gems, cottage-style homes, a home that feels as if you’ve walked back into the ’60s and ’70s, and one that became an artists playground during the pandemic.

    Brunch at The Downtown Bistro

    June 25, 2023
    Every Sunday from 10 a.m.  to 4 p.m., visit The Downtown Bistro in historic downtown Lancaster to enjoy a special brunch menu featuring shareables, salads, handhelds, and entrees. Don't forget to select a side and a delicious dessert!

    Pride & Pints at Double Edge Brewing Co.

    June 27, 2023
    Join The Rainbow Alliance of Fairfield County at Double Edge Brewing Co. every Tuesday in June for Pride & Pints! $1 from every pint sold on Tuesdays throughout June will support The Rainbow Alliance of Fairfield County’s mission to create a warm, safe, and loving environment where all locals feel welcome.

    Lancaster Friday Night Bandstand Summer Concert Series

    June 30, 2023
    Enjoy this free outdoor concert presented Friday nights throughout the summer in beautiful historic downtown Lancaster. Bring a lawn chair, and family and friends!
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