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National Association for Interpretation - Certified Interpretive Guide Training to take place in March 18, 19 and 20, 2016 “Man’s mind, once stretched by a new idea, never regains its original dimensions.” ~ Oliver Wendell Holmes, Jr. Tuition available! Ohio’s Hill Country Heritage Area will host it's second National Association for Interpretation certification course taught by Ken Bowald. … Continue reading National Association for Interpretation – Certified Interpreters Guide Training

Join ACEnet on Monday, November 23rd @11am at the Tecumseh Commons in Shawnee. This interactive learning discussion will introduce  participants to Social Media platforms and identify issues for new users. Key components of this class will address: -Why Social Media is important for your business - Friend page vs. Business Page - Important information to … Continue reading SMART PHONE MARKETING FOR FOOD AND RETAIL 101

A great opportunity for a wonderful historical tour of Somerset's iconic cemeteries. Learn about the fascinating stories these cemeteries hold. Rich with heritage, take a step back in time to learn about the unique individuals who now rest within these grounds. You may even find your own ancestors who had such an impact on Perry … Continue reading Somerset Cemetery Tour Nov. 21st

Imagine 100 artists from four Appalachian Ohio counties delivering their original works on 12” by 12” gesso boards early on an October Saturday morning.  The artists, from Athens to Zanesville, brought their works to a Zanesville location where they were hung on the walls and placed on pedestals. All works were unsigned. At noon, the … Continue reading Winding Road Artists Foot by Foot Gathering a Success!

Project leadership group reconvenes and expands. Clarifies the “whys” and purpose of the project. Guiding principals established during the initial year are tweaked and expanded upon.   Quality standards are identified and folks recruited to work on catalog application/jury standards. Elected Officials/Fundraising Learning Community meets and begins to strategize next steps for funding. Letter of Intent/Application … Continue reading Winding Road Meeting at the Howard Chandler Christy Barracks a Success

About  The Winding Road Ohio’s Rising Appalachia The Winding Road is an emerging brand that represents a collaboration of social and business entrepreneurs who seek to develop a regional economy based on authentic assets surrounding the natural, cultural, historical, arts, local foods, well-being, education and geotourism business landscapes (sectors) in the Hocking and Muskingum Valleys … Continue reading 2016 SourceBook and MarketPlace are taking strides along the Winding Road