January 30-31, 2009 Family Camp-In Night at the Museum - June 20. You shoulda been there it was a hoot. " ripping good fun."

· Summer Camp - runs from June through the first week of August. If you are interested in helping, please contact Jennifer Rounds at jrounds@ohiohistory.org or call 614.297.2672.

Other events - Muffin games throughout the spring and summer, lots more Girl Scout programs All Hallows Eve (Oct. 17 & 24), Pleasure of the Cup (Dec. 5) and Dickens (12/11, 2/12, 12/18, 12/19, & 12/20).

July 4, 2009 Glorious Fourth: Independence Day Celebration Ohio Village, COLUMBUS Ya' shoulda bin there it was great fun.

September 5-6, 2009 Ohio Cup Vintage Base Ball Festival Ohio Historical Center, COLUMBUS 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Celebrate America's pastime while taking in the largest gathering of vintage base ball clubs in the country. More than 25 teams from Ohio and other states play matches on fields surrounding Ohio Village, while wearing uniforms and playing with equipment from base ball's past. Admission: $8/adults, $4/youth, FREE/ Ohio Historical Society members, $4/parking fee for nonmembers. Call 800.686.6124.

October 17 and 24, 2009 All Hallow's Eve 5:30-9:30 p.m. Ohio Village, COLUMBUS A tradition at Ohio Village, this program invites visitors to experience a family-style, 19th-century Halloween celebration. A children's activity area, Halloween traditions, fortune telling, a Museum of Oddities, games and crafts are among the many activities featured this evening. A reading by the bonfire of Washington Irving's Legend of Sleepy Hollow and an appearance by the infamous Headless Horseman finish this fun-filled evening. Refreshments are available for purchase. e. Admission: $12/adults, $9/youth (ages 6-12), $10/ Ohio Historical Society adult members, $7/OHS youth members, $4/parking fee for nonmembers. Call 614.297.2300 or 800.686.6124. Tickets may be purchased in advance by calling 800.686.1541.

REMEMBER THE 24th IS "HALLOWEENEE CAMPOREENEE" Be ther or be square.

December 11-12, 18-19 and 20, 2009 Dickens of a Christmas Ohio Village, COLUMBUS Friday and Saturday, 6-9 p.m., Sunday, noon-5 p.m. Step into the world of Charles Dickens as Ohio Village revisits the Victorian Christmas made famous in his stories. From plum pudding to that pretty little German toy, the Christmas tree, Dickens created a festive and enduring vision of Christmas. Join us in the village as the spirit of Dickens comes to life through interactions with characters from his writings, cooking demonstrations, hands-on crafts, decorations, caroling, readings by candlelight, street vendors, and many more Victorian holiday traditions. Refreshments are available for purchase. Admission: $12/adults, $9/youth (ages 6-12), $10/ Ohio Historical Society adult members, $7/OHS youth members, $4/parking fee for nonmembers. Call 800.686.6124. Tickets may be purchased in advance by calling 800.686.1541.

Spring cleaning day in Ohio Village-date 2010 to be announced. We need to get some of the village buildings spruced up for up coming events and school programs. We will all gather at the Town Hall at (TBD)10 am to get started.

Fantastically Fun Wednesdays 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. June (TBD) and July (TBD)

These fun programs are geared for families and day care groups. Each date has a theme, such as nature, toys and games from the past, First Ohioans, etc. - we do crafts, hands-on activities, games, storytelling, and more. We usually hold this program outside in the area between the Center and Ohio Village. I need at least 4-5 volunteers per day to assist with all the activities.

Other needs: Robin Hewitt-Schuricht, Education Specialist, needs help during April and May with School programs in the village. This is a high visitation season with up to 500 students per day. If you are available to volunteer during the week, please let me know and I will pass your name to Robin.

Please let me know if you can help with these events. I can't do it without your help and I truly appreciate your support.

Yours in Venturing, Susan Susan Brouillette Public Programs Manager Ohio Historical Society 1982 Velma Avenue Columbus, Ohio 43211 614.297.2616 Fax 614.297.2569 email: sbrouillette@ohiohistory.org www.ohiohistory.org/. OHIO HISTORICAL SOCIETY Connect with the past. Create a better future.