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The Great Outdoor Sportsman Show
Friday, January 29 and Saturday January 30, 2010
Community Center at the Fairgrounds, Medina
Friday 9am-8pm
Saturday 9am-6pm
The show offers national, regional and local sports businesses with the latest in technology, gear and education. Free seminars, Amish style food, so much to do for the whole family. Ticket prices are $10.00 per person with kids 9 and under free. Free parking on site.
So much to see and do. Suppliers, Greg Miller of In-Pursuit TV, Bill Epeards and his Epeards Outdoor Adventure Seminar, Dennis Howell, Bow Baseball Competition, Patrick Robinson, Josh Grosenbacher and Shane Hendershot of Zinks Calls will judge the Turkey Calling Contest. Hourly Big Ticket Raffles with huge Friday and Saturday night Give-a-Ways.
Education Programs include:
Greg Miller from In-Pursuit TV will take you behind the hunt with tips on how to predict the next move, behavioral analysis of whitetail and how to get the most out of your time in the field. Programs both Friday and Saturday.
Bill Epeards and Epeards Outdoor Adventures will share intriguing stories of his exploits in Africa, along with bagging record turkey on his farm right here in Ohio.
Dennis Howell, a Colorado Elk Specialist will show you the tricks and technologies to reel in that trophy game.
There will be a Turkey Calling Contest with registration in advance by calling 440.716.0493 or all day Friday at the show and Saturday, 9am-11:30am at the show. Josh Grosenbacher and Shane Hendershot of Zinks Calls and HWTF Calling Champions will be judging the contest.
Ohio’s own Big Buck will be on site Saturday, 9am-4pm to score your trophy for free. Racks need to be ages 60 days to qualify and please be patient.
Patrick “Flybum” Robinson, Steelhead Alley Specialist, is an avid outdoorsman with a passion for fly fishing. He now lives in Middlefield, Ohio – the heart of “Steelhead Alley”.
In Site Archery will present their 2010 Bow Baseball. In 2009, 11 teams vied for the $1,800 price. This year the purse is $2,000. Sign up to compete in this challenging bow competition.
Raffle prizes will be drawn throughout the weekend with items such as custom string sets, ladder tree stands, fishing rods and reels, personal GPS devices, muzzleloaders, bows, first aid kits and more. Friday nights Big Raffle is Land Analysis by Drumming Log Wildlife Management. Saturdays Big Raffle is $2,000 cash. Ticket will be pulled at 5:30pm.
For more information and registration information, go to www.holmescountysportsmanshow.com. See you in Medina.
Caribbean Island Extravaganza
Main Street Medina’s World Tour of Music will host the spectacular University of Akron Steel Drum Band. If you missed their concert last year, now is your chance to hear the great and enthusiastic music of the band. The concert will be Saturday, February 6, 2010 at Broadway Hall, 144 N. Broadway Street in Medina. Curtain will be at 8pm. The University of Akron Steel Drum Band under the direction of Dr. Larry Snider and Matt Dudak returns for an evening of high energy Caribbean rhythms. You will be dancing in the aisles with this Grammy nominated band as this charismatic group brings you the joyous music of Trinidad and Tobago. Delighting audiences of all ages, this is a concert you will not want to miss.
Tickets can be purchased by calling 330.952.0910. Broadway hall is fully accessible and contains ADA seating space. Doors will open 30 minutes prior to curtain. Curtain is at 8pm. All seating is general admission.
“For the Love of Chocolate” Festival
Are you a chocoholic, then this is your festival! Keep Saturday, February 6th from 11am-3pm available because you can enjoy chocolate all day. The American Red Cross of Medina County and the J.M. Smucker Company invite you and all your friends to the 13th Annual “For the Love of Chocolate” Festival. This year’s event will be held in a new location at the Medina Performing Arts Center at Medina High School, 851 Weymouth Rd, Medina.
The 2010 festival will feature decadent chocolate items from over 30 chocolatiers. This family oriented event features a Children’s Chocolate Cookie Contest, a Decadent Chocolate Dessert Contest for professional cooks and adult and teen hobby cooks, a Children’s Candyland area with games and amusements, a Bake Sale featuring contest winners and a snack bar provided by Dominic’s Italian Restaurant. Chocolatiers also sell scrumptious items that are perfect for Valentine’s Day. The Decadent Dessert and Chocolate Cookie Contest will be held Friday, February 5th at Buehler’s Market, 3626 Medina Rd, Medina.
Samples at the event include items such as truffles, chocolate fountain dipping, chocolate decadent brownies, chocolate cake, chocolate covered strawberries, chocolate flavored coffee, chocolate ice cream, pies, popcorn, cheesecake and so much more! The 2010 event has over 30 chocolatiers with decadent chocolate items. “Chocolate doesn’t make the world go around…but it certainly makes the ride worthwhile!”
For more information, call Beth at 330.723.4565 or toll free at 877.441.4565. All proceeds help Medina County families prevent, prepare for and cope with emergencies.
Medina County Art League’s 6th Annual Aquarius Exhibition Open February 6, 2010
The Medina County Art League’s 6th Annual Aquarius Exhibition will open with a reception on Saturday, February 6 from 1-3pm at the Medina Library on South Broadway in Medina. The exhibition will be free and open to the public during regular library hours until February 26th. This art show features the work of Medina County Art League members and includes all mediums-drawings, paintings, photography and mixed media, as well as 3-dimensional works in wood, pottery and metal. Some of the works will be available for purchase from the artists after the show. Art League member Deanna Clucas is co-Chair of this year’s show. This will be the second year the Medina Library has hosted the Aquarius Exhibition.
Medina Model Railroad & Toy Show scheduled for February 7, 2010
The Medina Model Railroad & Toy Show was started in 1980 with Conrad & Dowdell Productions starting to promote it 1992. In those 11 years, the show had tripled in size. There are 350 displays of model trains, train memorabilia, layout supplies, books and collectible toys. There are working layouts for the little kids and the big kids. Watch a train movie, eat popcorn or attend a seminar.
The show is from 10am-4pm with a $6.00 admission fee, children under 12 are free. The show is held at the Community Center at the Fairgrounds off State Route 42, 735 Lafayette Rd, Medina. For more information, call 330.948.4400 or www.conraddowdell.com.
Medina Ice Festival is February 12 – 15, 2010
The 16th Annual Medina Ice Festival will take place on Medina’s historic Public Square starting Friday evening, February 12th. Come out for fun, ice carvings, carving competitions and enjoy the outdoors. Walk around and see the carvings sponsored by area businesses. Enjoy the many great shops and restaurants on the Square. Viewing of carvings will continue through Monday, February 15th.
Medina Flea Market is February 21, 2010
Are you into collectibles, or enjoy flea markets? Then come to the Medina Flea Market of Collectibles on February 21, 2010. If you are looking for that special collectible, old glass, tools, jewelry, postcards, furniture, just to name a few, this is the place to be. Early bird is 6am-9am, $3.00 per person. General admission is $2.00 person from 9am-3pm. For future flea market dates for 2010, visit www.conraddowdell.com. The flea market is held at the Community Center at the Fairgrounds, 735 Lafayette Rd (St. Rt. 42), Medina, OH 44256.
Medina County has Antique Fever
If you drive around the area, you’ll find that Medina County does, in fact, have antique fever with all of our out-of-the-way country shoppes and antique/collectibles establishments. So for the antique aficionado, you’ll be right at home. In case you can’t find all of the out-of-the-way places, Medina County has two antique malls which make your search easier and often more profitable.
Brothers Antique Mall, located at 6132 Wooster Pike (Route 3), south of Medina, has been a staple of the Medina County antique scene for more than eleven years. With over 50 dealers and a wide range of items, Brothers has something for everyone. Their prices stay low because their dealers are not charged commission. Thus the dealer gives you his best price. By appointment, the store manager will show you through the 6,000 square foot facility and answer any questions you might have. A Furniture Restoration shop on the premises boasts skilled craftsmen available to help you. Call us at 330.723.7580 for more information.
Another collection of antique shops just waiting for you is the Medina Antique Mall. New in 1997, this collection of antique dealers features a facility that’s “not your typical antique mall”. The feelings of cleanliness, quality and attention to details for customers’ convenience make you aware that this truly is “The Premier Antique Mall in the Country”. The floor area, which is 52,000 square feet, houses 350 dealers considered the “best of the best”. The wide carpeted aisles allow room to wander through the diverse collection of unique antiquities. Add to this the easy access from I-71 and the huge parking lot, plus the concept of one-stop shopping, really promotes visiting the mall on a regular basis. The location is just 1/4 mile east of I-71 (Exit 218) and Route 18. The mall is air conditioned and is on one complete floor.
Medina County Trivia Contest
This month’s trivia contest question is: In what township is the world’s largest swamp cottonwood trees located?
Last month, we had no one answer correctly. There were some that were very close with the correct answer.
January, 2010
22 Fish Fry Fridays, Mapleside Farms, Brunswick, call 330.225.5576 for reservations.
23 Medina County Solo and Ensemble Festival, Buckeye Local School, Medina, 8am-4:30pm, 330.723.6393 x101.
24 Medina Flea Market, Community Center at the Fairgrounds, Medina, 6am-3pm, admission, 330.948.4300.
29,30 Jump, Jive and Wail, Broadway Hall, Medina, 8pm, call 330.635.8670 for ticket information.
The Great Outdoors Sportsman’s Show, Medina County Fairgrounds, Fri 9am-8pm, Sat 9am-6pm, admission, 440.716.0493.
31 President’s Ball, St. Martin of Tours Hall, Valley City, 6pm-11:30pm, admission, 330.483.1111.
Medina Hospital GOLF IN-ing, Medina Hospital, 12:30pm-4:30pm, fee, 330.721.5941.
February, 2010
3 Brunswick Art Works Monthly Meeting, Brunswick City Hall, 7:30pm, featuring an artist, 330.225.8559.
6 “For the Love of Chocolate” Festival, Medina Performing Arts Center, Medina, 11am-3pm, admission, 330.723.4565 or 1.877.441.4565.
University of Akron Steel Drum Band, Broadway Hall, Medina, curtain 8pm, sponsored by Main Street Medina, admission, 330.952.0910.
7 Medina Model Railroad & Toy Show, Community Center at the Fairgrounds, Medina, 10am-4pm, admission, 330.948.4400.
12-14 Valentine’s Weekend, Mapleside Farms, Brunswick, call 330.225.5577 for dinner reservations.
12-15 16th Annual Medina Ice Festival, Public Square, Medina.
13 “Boars Head Festival-Ye Olde Medieval Murder Mystery”, Coppertop at Cherokee Hills, Valley City, 7pm dinner and show, call 330.725.7530 for ticket information.
Swiss Steak Dinner, Church at the Lake, Chippewa Lake, 4:30-7pm, admission, 330.769.2266.
13,14 Medina Gun Show, Community Center at the Fairgrounds, Medina, Sat 9am-5pm, Sun 9am-3pm, admission, 330.948.4400.
16 Medina County Writers Club, Medina Library, 7:30-9:30pm, writers critique, membership fee, 330.435.6269.
18 Auditor Kovack’s 14th Annual Great Chili Cook-Off, Medina Eagles, Medina, 5-7pm, admission, 330.725.0945.
“All-Star” Bands Festival, Highland High School Auditorium, Medina, 6:30-8pm, 330.723.6393 x101.
19 Fish Fry, Spencer Town Hall, Spencer, 5-7pm, sponsored by Spencer Historical Society, fee, 330.648.2677.
21 Medina Flea Market, Community Center at the Fairgrounds, Medina, 6am-3pm, admission, 330.948.4300.
26 Fish Fry, Spencer Town Hall, Spencer, 5-7pm, sponsored by Spencer Historical Society, fee, 330.648.2677.
Recipes
Marmalade Chicken for Two
1/2 cup reduced sodium chicken broth
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon orange marmalade
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon cornstarch
8 ounces chicken tenders
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, divided
1 large shallot, minced
1/2 teaspoon freshly grated orange zest
Whisk broth, vinegar, marmalade, mustard and cornstarch in medium bowl. Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper. Heat 2 teaspoons oil in large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook until golden, about 2 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate and cover with foil to keep warm. Add the remaining 1 teaspoon oil and shallot to the pan and cook, stirring often, until beginning to brown, about 30 seconds. Whisk the broth mixture and add it to the pan. Bring to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits. Reduce heat to maintain a simmer; cook until the sauce is slightly reduced and thickened, 30 seconds to 2 minutes. Add the chicken, return to a simmer. Cook, turning once, until the chicken is heated through, about 1 minute. Remove from the heat and stir in orange zest.
Recipe courtesy of www.eatingwell.com
Hasselback Potatoes
2 small baking potatoes
2 tablespoons melted butter
1/3 cup chicken stock
1/4 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme leaves
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1 1/2 tablespoon finely grated hard cheese, such as parmesan
1 tablespoon fine dry bread crumbs
Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Peel potatoes. Cut each potato not quite through in a series of crosswise slices about 1/4-inch apart or closer so that they are still joined together at the bottom. Brush the potatoes with the melted butter and place in a small baking pan. Pour the chicken stock around the potatoes and sprinkle with thyme leaves. Sprinkle with salt and pepper and roast until the potatoes are half cooked, 25 to 30 minutes, basting every 5 minutes with the butter-chicken stock mixture. In a small bowl, combine the grated cheese and bread crumbs and divide the mixture evenly between the tops of the two potatoes. Continue roasting without any further basting until the potatoes are crispy on the outside and cooked through, about 30 minutes. Exact cooking time will depend on the size of the potatoes.
Recipe courtesy of www.foodnetwork.com
Chocolate Fondue
3 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped
2 tablespoons heavy cream
1 tablespoon brewed espresso
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
1 banana, peeled and cut into 8 pieces
8 chunks fresh pineapple
4 strawberries
Place chocolate, cream, espresso, vanilla and salt in medium microwave-safe bowl; microwave on medium, stirring every 20 seconds until melted. Remove and stir until chocolate melts completely. Pour the chocolate mixture into a serving bowl. Serve with your favorite fruit, pound cake and marshmallows.
Recipe courtesy of www.lifescript.com
Baby Tiramisu
1/2 cup nonfat ricotta cheese
2 tablespoons confectioners’ sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
12 ladyfingers
4 tablespoons brewed espresso or strong coffee, divided
2 tablespoons bittersweet chocolate chips, melted
Combine ricotta, sugar, vanilla and cinnamon in a medium bowl. Place 6 ladyfingers in a 9-by-5-inch loaf pan. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons coffee. Spread the ricotta mixture over the ladyfingers. Place another layer of ladyfingers over the ricotta and drizzle with the remaining 2 tablespoons coffee. Drizzle with melted chocolate. Refrigerate until the chocolate is set, about 30 minutes.
Recipe courtesy of www.eatingwell.com
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