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 | Family Fair
At Ohio's seven independent fairs - such as the one held for the past 115 years in Richwood - a distinct blend of history, town pride and tight-knit community makes the event feel more like a family reunion.
| |  | Take to the Byway
Ohio's rural counties deliver meandering roads, historic sites, roadside treasures and views that will take your breathe away.
| |  | Unique Ohio Homes
These contemporary retreats reflect the imaginations and dreams of their owners.
| |  | Soaring Achievement
The Akron Art Museum unveils its $35 million expansion, a stunning showcase for the institution's renowned collection.
| |  | Hometown Visit
Five communities have been recognized by Ohio Magazine as great places to live. They're also terrific destinations for a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| |  | Summer Adventures
Family trips can encompass fun, adventure and a liitle learning as well.
| |  | Art-Filled Lives
Working in very different mediums, Brinsley and Lilian Tyrell create works that reflect the world around them.
| |  | Wildflower Watch
This month, Ohio's hills, forests and plains display a luminous, if fleeting, display of floral beauty. | |  | In the Saddle
Ohio's embrace of cowboy culture may yet have us labeled The Wild Midwest. | |  | Parsley, Sage, Rosemary, and More
Ohio has become a hotbed for herbs, and throughout the spring, summer and fall you'll find places to learn how to grow them and celebrate their culinary, medicinal and aesthetic benfits. | |  | Summer Sampler
From major exhibitions to musical extravaganzas, Cleveland is the place to be. | |  | Family Ties: Amish Business
The Amish are keeping one foot in farming, but are stepping into the world of business in the traditional way: by employing generations of family members. | |  | Celebrating Teachers
Ohio's outstanding private high school educators are an accomplished group who represent a wide range of academic interests. Their expertise benefits students by providing a well-rounded and rigorous education that leads to success in college. | |  | Big Dreams, small car
Cincinnati's Powel Crosley craeted an automibile whose legion of admirers included Frank Lloyd Wright. | |  | Think Spring
Join us as we salute a new season with creative ideas for home, garden and cuisine. | |  | Tree House
An Ohio couple found the ideal location for their log home: the edge of an arboretum. | |  | The Outsider
Ted Strickland, Ohio's new governor, was never groomed for the statehouse.
The principles and perseverance he learned from humble beginnings in Lucasville have simply always been his guide. | |  | Trips for 2
Where in Ohio can a couple kick back and enjoy each others' company, as well as some spectacular surroundings? We scoured the state and came up with nine great spots for a romantic getaway. | |  | Ode to Joy
The Cleveland Museum of Art celebrates the artistry of Claude Monet. | |  | At the Head Table
The new Governor's Residence Cookbook chronicles the history of mealtime at ohio's most stately home. | |  | Prized Pottery
Collectors of Cleveland-made Cowan ceramic art sing its praises. | |  | The Artist's Way
Through recent paintings, Columbus' Bernice Koff pays homage to Dale Chihuly. | |  | Deck the Halls
Picture-perfect holiday decorations from the front door to the mantlepiece. | |  | Edgar Degas
The Columbus Museum of Art spotlights the impressions of Edgar Degas.
| |  | Welcome Home
Furniture, fabrics and accessories provide a touch of warmth for the cold months ahead. | |  | Favorite Scene
The artist and civic leaders choos their favorite murals. | |  | Autumn's Majesty
Ohio has a golden glow this month, reminding us to savor this special season. | |  | 10th Annual Red & White on Thursday Night
10th Annual Red & White on Thursday NightThe northeastern chapter of the Arthritis Foundation hosted a fundraiser at the John S. Knight Center in Akron on January 25. Attendees participated in a silent auction and a Las Vegas-style raffle. | | Opera Columbus' Opera Ball XXIV: Cinderella's Ball
More than 230 guests attended Opera Columbus' annual benefit - which raised more than $120,000 - at one Atrium at Nationwide plaza on February 9. Attendees enjoyed an evening of dining, dancing and music. The gala also featured a live and silent auction of more than 85 items, ranging from jewelry and artwork to a one-week timeshare in the Austrian Alps.
| |  | Five Star Sensation
Approximately 35 renowned chefs served more than 2,000 guests delectable dishes - and more than 40 vintners served fine wines - in a benefit for the Ireland Cancer Center on June 23 in Beachwood.
| |  | Twilight Benefit
The Shaker Historical Society hosted a gala at the historic Georgian home of Anne and Tom Hilbert on June 22.
| |  | Best of Cleveland Party
More than 600 guests joined Cleveland Magazine to celebrate the Best of Cleveland awards at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum on Oct. 10 with live music and food from this year’s winners.
| |  | Books - and All That Jazz!
Revelers gathered at the Riffe Center in Columbus on Oct. 17 for the Ohioana Library Association Awards Luncheon, which raised $19,500 to support education programs of Ohioana. Guests, including winners of the 2008 Ohioana Awards, were entertained with music by Arnett Howard.
| |  | BalletMet's Nutcracker Ball
On Dec. 1 approximately 550 guests celebrated the 30th anniversary of BalletMet at Lane Aviation in Columbus. More than $242,000 was raised for BalletMet's education and artistic programs. Guests enjoyed a premiere performance by the company's dancers, as well as live music.
| |  | Evening of Enchantment
The jump start to the Akron Children's Hospital's Holiday Tree Festival allowed guests to be the first to bid on trees on Nov. 21 at Akron's John S. Knight Center. Proceeds from the elegant gala benefited the hospital.
| |  | Kent State Founders Ball
Gifts totalling more than $8.8 million were recognized at the Nov 3 ball held at the Kent State university Student Center Ballrooom. More than 300 guests celebrated the achievements of Kent State's students, the innovations of the university's faculty and the generosity of the Kent State alumni.
| |  | I’m a Child of Appalachia
The Foundation for Appalachian Ohio and 425 guests celebrated the organization’s 10th anniversary and scholarship winners and donors with a gala at the Governor’s Residence in Columbus on Nov. 15.
| |  | Kent State University Founders Scholars Ball
More than 300 guests joined KSU President Lester A. Lefton at the university student center on Nov. 1 to recognize the achievements of KSU’s students and faculty, as well as new donations of more than $15.3 million since October 2007, of which $4.4 million is earmarked for scholarships.
| |  | It's Only Rock & Roll
May 19, 2007. Nearly 3,000 party-goers enjoyed the sixth annual gala at Public Hall in Cleveland. More than $200,000 was raised to benefit the Rock Hall's education programs.
| |  | Waterhouse Opening
May 17, 2007. Attendees celebrated the grand opening of the Waterhouse Showroom in Perrysburg. The showroom includes stylish bathroom solutions, with a selection of upscale whirlpool tubs, sinks and showerheads.
| |  | College of Law 175th Anniversary Gala
Approximately 1,000 guests celebrated the University of Cincinnati College of Law's 175th anniversary on Jan. 25. Author-attorney John Grisham - who became aware of the law school's wrongfully accused prisoner ex-oneration program while writing his only nonfiction book, The Innocent Man - was the keynote speaker at the Gala
| | Ohio Historical Society Holiday Soiree
Members of Conestoga, a membership organization of the Ohio Historical Society, celebrated the holidays on Dec. 7 with a festive gathering at the Ohio Historical Center in Columbus. More than 100 members and guests took a guided tour of “Rockwell’s America,” an exhibit of Norman Rockwell’s works. Partygoers were treated to traditional Christmas music by the Ohio Village Singers and dined from a catered buffet dinner. A silent auction raised $4,500 for OHS.
| |  | National Afro-American Museum & Cultural Center Benefit
More than 50 people attended The Ohio Historical Society's benefit for the National Afro-American Museum & Cultural Center's exhibit, "Quilting African American Women's History: Our Challenges, Creativity and Champions." April 2 at Miranova.
| |  | Evergreen Everblue
Approximately 700 guests mingled at Victoria and Owen Colligan's HuntingValley estate on Friday, Sept. 7. raising $400,000 for the Western Reserve Land Conservancy's operating fund.
| |  | Taste of the NFL
On Sept, 10, the Cleveland Browns raised more than $140,000 for the Cleveland food Rank during a dinner attended by current and former players at Browns Stadium.
| |  | Columbus Food & Wine Affair
Nearly 2,000 guests sampled food from area restaurants and award-winning wines during this elegant party at the Franklin Park Conservatory which raised around $168,000 for local charities, on September 5.
| |  | Farm to Table Benefit
On August 25, Cleveland Botanical Gardens hosted 330 guests for food prepared by local chefs, a symposium by author Michael Ruhlman and music by Tofu Fighters. More than $28,000 was raised for the garden’s Green Corps Program and the North Union Farmers Market.
| |  | A Midsummer Night - Up On The Roof
About 300 guests enjoyed a summer evening atop the Toledo-Lucas county Public Library plaza on Aug. 11, raising $20,000 to benefit youth services.
| | Go Wild! For Opera
On July 11, OPERAzzi and Friends of the Zoo hosted more than 800 guests for an evening of animals and opera singers at the Columbu Zoo and Aquarium. The concert featured some of Columbus' favorite singers including David Templeton, Laura Portune and Eric Johnson. The event raised more than $62,000 for the zoo and Opera Columbus.
| |  | Merrill Lynch Gala dinner and show
More than 2,000 guests gathered at the Toledo SeaGate Convention Center on July 10 for one of many events to benefit children's charities during the Jamie Farr Owens Corning Classic golf tournament.
| | Benefit Verb
More than 60 people attended the May 30 party at Flemings Steakhouse in Woodmere, held to raise awareness of contemporary dance company VERB ballets. Guests were treated to music by DJ Impure and dance performance, and had an opportunity to participate in a raffle. | |  | Midsummer Elegance
Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens' annual outdoor gala, June 20, raised $183,000 for the restoration and preservation of the historic building and grounds. The 525 guests enjoyed a live auction, dinner and music by the Jerry Bruno Orchestra
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