(This story has been updated as an earlier version had incorrect information)
Haunted Mountain swoops back into Chillicothe this Thursday and Sugarloaf Mountain Amphitheatre is trading in history for horror. The Scioto Society, the same folks who bring us Tecumseh! each summer, are behind the transformation that turns the mountain into October fun. This year’s lineup includes a Mothman-inspired play It Flies By Night, a haunted trail, free outdoor movies, scavenger hunts, an escape room, and tomahawk throwing. Add in concessions and the gift shop and you have yourself a complete evening of fun while supporting the arts in Ross County. For tickets and more information plus a lineup of the free movie titles, go to hauntedmountain.org.
Thursday
Take a drive to Stockroom601 in Jackson for trivia hosted by me at 7 p.m. Teams can win up to $40 in Stockroom gift cards. The Cozy Inn Bar & Grill has Music Bingo at 6:30 p.m. It is free to play and the kitchen will be open until 8 p.m.
Friday
Old Capitol Brewing welcomes back local musician Ben True to the taproom at 7 p.m. Shady Ray rocks the Dock at Water at 7 p.m. with your favorite 70s and 80s classic rock tunes. Wagner’s Roadhouse continues their weekly karaoke night with DJ Roush beginning at 7 p.m. and Stashe returns to The Page at 7 p.m. The JB3’s take the stage playing rock and southern rock at Austin Mill Brewing at 7 p.m. This isn’t entertainment, but potato soup Friday is back at the Cozy Inn Bar & Grill starting today.
Saturday
The day includes food from The Haute Doggerie, coffee from Chillicoffee Rollin’, DJ Ray spinning music, a silent auction, kids’ activities, face painting, and more. The Basement Collective plays the Crosskeys Tavern at 8 p.m. and Joseph, Thacker & Thacker entertain The Page at 7 p.m. Chillicothe Antique Emporium holds its Knockout CLASSIC Pinball Tournament every first Saturday of the month at 6 p.m. $10 per person is required to enter, in addition to your quarter drop. The entry money will be split between the first, second, and third place winners. Three strikes and you are out. While you are there, explore three levels of antiques and vintage finds, indulge in a soda fountain treat or an adult beverage (think boozy milkshake), and enjoy classic pinball and arcade games.
Sunday
The 6th annual A Run to Remember 5K and 1 Mile Family Walk takes place Saturday morning in Yoctangee Park, honoring babies taken too soon through pregnancy or infant loss. The event is free, no registration required, and all proceeds benefit Aubreigh’s Hope which supports families during their time of grief. The 5K starts at 9:30 a.m. with the 1 mile walk to follow, and prizes will be awarded to the top male and female finishers.
Looking ahead
Tuesday, October 7, at 6:30 p.m. in the Ohio University Chillicothe auditorium at Bennett Hall, the League of Women Voters hosts Candidates’ Night with municipal court judge candidates and city council candidates. A meet and greet with light refreshments will start the evening and at 7 p.m., the premiere of candidate videos will take place. Attendees will have an opportunity to meet all the candidates and learn about these important races.
Join me, Brian Roush, Brittani Potter, and McKenzie Reutinger for comedy at The Lambert Barn, formerly The Barn on Blain, on October 11. The laughs begin at 8 p.m. with seating beginning at 7 p.m. Bring your own camping chair. This is a BYOB event and Browns Backyard BBQ will be on site for your dinner needs. Come laugh with us! Tickets are available on Eventbrite by searching Lori G Comedy.
Until next time. I hope to see you out and laughing.
*For consideration in Matters of Graves Importance, email Lori at lori@lorigcomedy.com.
This article originally appeared on Chillicothe Gazette: 6th annual A Run to Remember 5K and 1 Mile Family Walk takes place Sunday in Yoctangee
Reporting by Lori Graves, Special to the Gazette / Chillicothe Gazette
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