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Darke
County Visitors Bureau
Urban-Country
Spirit
Bring
along your sense of discovery
to experience small town charm, distinct shopping districts, and our
land’s
rich frontier heritage and urban-country spirit... uniquely Darke
County.
For
more information on events
taking place throughout the year in Darke County, visit our website at
VisitDarkeCounty.org You can also catch up with us on Facebook.
April
5 - 'Art at the Mill'
Reception. Open house for artists, Elaine Balsley and Rick Paldino will
be held
from 6:00 to 9:00 pm at Bear's Mill with wine and light appetizers.
(937)
548-5112 www.BearsMill.com
April
5 - First Fridays: Petting
Zoo & Easter Bunny. Bring the family downtown to enjoy a live
assortment of
friendly, furry animals for First Fridays. Sponsored by Keller Grain,
this
family-friendly petty zoo takes place on the Courthouse Lawn with
ducks, chicks
and other spring animals. (937) 548-4998
www.MainStreetGreenville.org
April
11 - Jamie-Sue Seal &
John Latini. Sparkling chemistry and enormous wit combine with
exceptional
musicianship when this songwriting duo merge harmonies and blues. Event
takes
place at Montage Cafe in downtown Greenville. Please call (937)
547-0908 or
visit www.CenterforArts.net for ticket information.
April
13 - 60th Season Opener at
Eldora Speedway. Eldora kicks off the 60th season of racing with Sunoco
American Late Models, UMP DIRTcar Modifieds, and Eldora Stock Cars.
Call (937)
338-3815 for tickets or visit www.EldoraSpeedway.com.
April
18, 19 & 20 - Thoroughly
Modern Millie. The Versailles High School Musical Theatre is excited to
announce this year’s musical production, the Tony Award Winner,
Thoroughly
Modern Millie. Performance takes place at the Versailles Performing
Arts Center.
To order tickets, call 937-526-5590 between the hours of 5:00 - 8:00
pm.
Tickets are $8 for adults and $6 for students. Saturday's matinee is $5
for all
seats.
April
19 - A Taste of Wine &
Jazz: Spring. Enjoy delectable hors d'oeuvres, delicious wine and
exceptional
entertainment during the Darke County Center for the Arts longest
running
fundraiser at Montage Cafe in downtown Greenville. Please call (937)
547-0908
or visit www.CenterforArts.net for ticket information.
April
20 - Nature Day. Shawnee
Prairie Preserve will be aflutter with information and free activities
for all
ages. Children will have the opportunity to have their “passport”
stamped at
each station for a prize. There will also be hikes and programs
scheduled
throughout the day. The newest Animal Ambassadors, Joseph the
Red-Tailed Hawk
and Greta, the Great Horned Owl will be on hand to meet and greet with
visitors! For details, contact Darke County Parks at (937) 548-0165.
www.DarkeCountyParks.org
April
20 - Garlic Mustard Cook-Off.
In collaboration with Nature Day and Earth Day, Darke County Parks is
hosting
the First Ever Garlic Mustard Cook-off. Awards will be given for the
“Best
Overall” and “Most Original Recipe." For details, contact Darke County
Parks at (937) 548-0165. www.DarkeCountyParks.org
April
20 - Night of Comedy &
Caring. Hosted by the local chapter of the American Red Cross, this
year's
event features the comic styling of Tim Cavenaugh with fabulous dinner
by
Romer’s. Enjoy specialty drinks, bid on silent auction items, enter the
drawing, while enjoying good conversation and great food with friends.
Individual tickets are $25, and can be purchased at the chapter office
located
at 130 Martz Street. (937) 548-1002.
April
20 - USAC National Sprint
Cars at Eldora Speedway.
Enjoy
a night of USAC National
Sprint Cars, UMP DIRTcar Modifieds, and Eldora Stock Cars. Call (937)
338-3815
for tickets or visit www.EldoraSpeedway.com.
April
27 - Toledo Symphony
Orchestra 'Classical Thunder'.
Considered
the biggest
"musical resource for the region," Toledo Symphony Orchestra returns
Darke County to share some of the most powerful music ever written.
Performance
will take place at the Versailles Performing Arts Center in Versailles.
Price
is $30 for adults and $15 for students. Please call (937) 547-0908 or
visit
www.CenterforArts.net for ticket information.
April
27 - Saturday Night Speedfest
at Eldora Speedway. Enjoy a night of UMP DIRTcar Modifieds, Eldora
Stock Cars,
and FWD Compacts. Call (937) 338-3815 for tickets or visit
www.EldoraSpeedway.com.
Congrats
to Eldora Speedway on the
60th Season!
The
complete schedule for Eldora’s
60th consecutive season, including ticket and camping information, is
now
posted on the newly revamped EldoraSpeedway.com and can be requested by
phone
at.(937) 338-3815.
Mark
Your Calendars
May
3
First
Friday: Upper Floor Tour in
downtown Greenville.
Main
Street Greenville hosts a tour
of the upper floors of several buildings in downtown Greenville.
Tickets to
this event are $5 and may be purchased during April's First Friday
event or by
contacting the Main Street Greenville office,
(937)
548-4998.
May
3 & 4
World
of Outlaws Weekend at Eldora
(937)
338-3815
May
4 & 5
Spring
Open House at Bear's Mill
(937)
548-5112
Header
photo provided by Look Here
Photography.
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the article with links at Darke County
Visitors Bureau
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