Holiday Gifts

APR 17-21, From Struggle to Strength

By way of stunning photographs and stories, meet a group of Central Ohio residents who were once forced to flee their homes and become among the millions of refugees who have found hope and resilience in the face of adversity. Through the lens of award-winning photographer Tariq Tarey, discover how these individuals endured their arduous journeys to find a place to rebuild their lives. They are not just numbers. They are people with stories to share. Come and be inspired by their resilience, from Struggle to Strength. This exhibition is funded in part by the Ohio Holocaust and Genocide Memorial and Education Commission and by PNC Arts Alive. Visit the Decorative Arts Center of Ohio between January 27 and April 28 to explore this free exhibit. Go to the Decorative Arts Center of Ohios website for more information on past and future exhibits....

APR 21, Monthly Nature Hike

Join the adventure in 2024 by hiking in Lancasters parks! Lancaster Parks & Recreation outdoor education staff will be leading monthly nature hikes in various parks. Each hike is moderate paced involving 2+ miles on uneven terrain. Registration is not mandatory, but will allow the staff to email updates on the hikes directly to you. Free online registration is found at LancasterParks.com. For more information, email [email protected]....

APR 21, The Game of Life

Test your luck, spin the wheel, and see how your survive as Ohios state mammal, the White tailed Deer. Join us at the Hocking Hills Lodge. 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM...

APR 21, Sensory Walk

Find your way to the Ash Cave Trailhead and we will take a walk through the area to find things we can see, hear, touch, and smell. All abilities welcome. 10AM - 11AM...

APR 22, Week of Wildflower Hikes Fire Tower

Join us for an approximately 2 mile round trip hike from the Ash Cave Fire Tower to Ash Cave and back. Meet us at the Ash Cave Fire Tower Parking lot on 374 S for a meander over rolling hills to find a variety of native wildflowers! Be prepared for a possibly muddy hike. 10AM - 12PM...

APR 23, Old Mans Cave Hike

Join us every Tuesday at 10 am for a one mile hike through Old Mans Cave to celebrate 75 years of parks and 100 years of Hocking Hills public trails. This moderate, one mile hike begins in front of the Old Mans Cave Visitor Center. 10AM - 11AM...

APR 23, Week of Wildflower Hikes Rose Lake

Join us for an approximately 2.5 mile round trip hike around Rose Lake. Meet us at the Rose Lake Fishermans Parking Lot on 374 S for a hike along the edge of Rose Lake. We will have to look out for roots and rocks along the edge of the lake. 10AM - 1PM...

APR 24-28, From Struggle to Strength

By way of stunning photographs and stories, meet a group of Central Ohio residents who were once forced to flee their homes and become among the millions of refugees who have found hope and resilience in the face of adversity. Through the lens of award-winning photographer Tariq Tarey, discover how these individuals endured their arduous journeys to find a place to rebuild their lives. They are not just numbers. They are people with stories to share. Come and be inspired by their resilience, from Struggle to Strength. This exhibition is funded in part by the Ohio Holocaust and Genocide Memorial and Education Commission and by PNC Arts Alive. Visit the Decorative Arts Center of Ohio between January 27 and April 28 to explore this free exhibit. Go to the Decorative Arts Center of Ohios website for more information on past and future exhibits....