Home Grown Great

Fridays on Prouty Concert with Noah Wotherspoon
2025-08-01 19:30 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Downtown Troy – Prouty Plaza, 1 West Main Street, Troy, OH, 45373, United States
Noah Wotherspoon
Friday, August 1, 2025 at 7:30 pm
Back by popular demand, The Noah Wotherspoon Band will perform for Troy, Ohio on August 1, 2025 at 7:30 pm. The Noah Wotherspoon Band will include Noah Wotherspoon, guitar; Tom Rastikis, bass; Brian Aylor, drums; Da’Rosa Richardson, keyboards; Danny Manning, alto sax; Eric Wurzelbacher, tenor sax and Charlie Ferrara on trumpet.
Noah Wotherspoon is an exceptional guitarist who revealed talents by the age of 11. As a young teenager he had his own band called Noah and the Stratocats, who won a spot on the prestigious Chicago Blues Fest stage when he was just 16. The Stratocats played the Chicago Blues Fest for the next eight years. In 2015 Noah received the Albert King award for Best Guitarist at the International Blues Challenge in Memphis, Tennessee. Wotherspoon started as a kid from Dayton, Ohio who had an affinity for the guitar, but he soon found himself touring America and performing at the world’s Blues Festivals. He has toured Eastern Europe many times and was the headliner at the Reykjavik Blues Festival in Iceland and the Salva Jazz & Blues Festival in Salvatierry, Mexico.Wotherspoon has followed and experimented with a variety of genres in his 20+ year career. It is blues rock that has ultimately captivated him.
“Every note Wotherspoon plays demonstrates his command of the blues musical style. His guitar solos are dripping with unadulterated emotion, capturing listeners, and transporting them to the heart of the blues. Wotherspoon’s love for the genre is evident in every performance, whether he is singing gritted, fervent lyrics or creating beautiful guitar melodies,” says Viberate Music.
Concerts are free to the public thanks to a generous grant from the Troy Foundation and the citizens of Troy. Come early and enjoy one of Troy’s downtown restaurants. To learn more about downtown Troy, Ohio visit the Miami County Visitors Bureau at: www.homegrowngreat.com/dine/troy . Join us in the center of lovely downtown Troy, Ohio at Prouty Plaza. Bring a lawn chair and your best friend. For more information on the Fridays on Prouty concert series visit: troyhayner.org/fridays-on-prouty.

Cherry Street Farmer's Market in Troy
2025-08-02 09:00 - 12:00, 2025-08-09 09:00 - 12:00, 2025-08-16 09:00 - 12:00, 2025-08-23 09:00 - 12:00, 2025-08-30 09:00 - 12:00, 2025-09-06 09:00 - 12:00, 2025-09-13 09:00 - 12:00, 2025-09-20 09:00 - 12:00 | Downtown Troy-Farmer’s Market, 301 S. Cherry St., Troy, OH, United States
Fresh vegetables, homemade treats, and warm, sunny Saturday mornings are right around the corner! The market will begin on Saturday, June 14th and will run through September 27th, 2025, on Saturday mornings from 9 a.m. to noon.
The market features fresh local produce, bread, artisan cheeses, maple syrup, honey, baked goods, locally raised meat, artists’ booths, live music, other entertainment, and much more.
The location on S. Cherry St, just off W. Main Street, is convenient for shoppers with adjacent parking.

Jeff Madewell Music Fest
2025-08-02 16:00 - 23:00 | Ludlow Falls VFW, 7578 Fenner Rd., Ludlow Falls, 45339, United States
Enjoy a great day of live music celebrating Jeff’s incredible legacy and raising money for the Jeff Madewell Music Scholarship at West Milton High School.

Evening on the Canal
2025-08-02 18:00 - 20:30 | Johnston Farm & Indian Agency, 9845 North Hardin Rd., Piqua, OH, 45356, United States
Following a light summer dinner, take a ride into the past on the Gen’l Harrison canal boat as it cruises a 1.5 mile stretch of the Miami and Erie Canal, We promise a good time – and a suprise or two along the way!
Reservations required.
This is a RESERVATION ONLY event, so call early to book your passage for this popular once-a-year opportunity.
Step Back in Time with Dance! Join us for Evening on the Canal on Saturday, August 2 at 6:00 PM, and enjoy a special performance by Forget‑Me‑Not, the Historical Dance Company!This talented troupe brings the 1830s to life with authentic dances from the canal era—complete with period music, lively reels, and elegant group formations. It’s history in motion, and you’re invited to join the fun!
Plus: Canal boat ride on the Gen’l Harrison Dinner in the museum Canal era music & dancing
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to see what an evening of entertainment looked like nearly 200 years ago—right here on the Johnston Farm & Indian Agency’s portion of the Miami & Erie Canal!

Treasure Island Park Concert with No Fences: The Ultimate Tribute to Garth Brooks
2025-08-02 19:30 - 21:30 | Treasure Island Park, 409 N. Elm St., Troy, OH, 45373, United States
Bring a chair and enjoy this amazing concert at Treasure Island Park!
No Fences was founded out of the love of Garth Brooks’ music. What started out as an 11 year old winning a lip sync contest complete with a homemade headset mic made by his sister has turned into a full blown tribute concert experience 30 years later. Band members have opened for Brad Paisley, Toby Keith and The Kentucky Headhunters.

Miami County Fair Concert with Eli Young Band & Emily Ann Roberts
2025-08-08 19:00 - 21:00 | Miami County Fairgrounds, 650 N. County. Rd 25A, Troy, OH, 45373, United States
Catch an unforgettable night of music as Eli Young Band takes the stage with special guest Emily Ann Roberts!
Join us Friday, August 8, 2025, at 7:00 PM at the Miami County Fair Grandstands. Please note: Fair admission is not included with all ticket prices, and must be purchased separately.
Get Tickets HERE.

Moonlight Sip n' Stroll at Indian Creek Distillery
2025-08-08 19:00 - 22:00 | Indian Creek Distillery, 7095 Staley Road, New Carlisle, OH, 45344, United States
Mid-SUMMER Moonlight Sip n’ Stroll Friday, August 8th 7:00-10:00pm
Follow the moonlit trail through the woods as the Tiki torches flicker under the starlight. Wind your way to the top of the hill for a glass of our liquid moonbeam elixir.We’ll have a little summertime “dancing in the moonlight ” music by David Scanlon***Fun Thunder Moon Facts***Grilled hot dogs & chips***Summer Cocktails to enjoy

This TICKETED event is $5.00 per person.It’s gonna be a moonbeam night to remember,
P.S. please bring a lawn chair so y’all can sit a spell…and enjoy the…MAGIC

Fridays on Prouty Concert with The Michelle Robinson Band
2025-08-08 19:30 - 21:00 | Downtown Troy – Prouty Plaza, 1 West Main Street, Troy, OH, 45373, United States
The Michelle Robinson Band
Friday, August 8, 2025 at 7:30 pm

Michelle Robinson is a Nashville Recording Artist and Cincinnati, Ohio native. She has been singing and playing music for as long as she can remember. Michelle is a Josie Award WINNER for Female Modern Country Artist of the Year (2023) and was nominated for Cincinnati’s Country Entertainer of the year (2019). They have opened for a number of national acts including Scotty McCreery, Maddie & Tae, Colt Ford, Uncle Kracker, Loretta Lynn, JoDee Messina and Kentucky Headhunters.The August 8 concert on Prouty Plaza is part of Troy, Ohio’s America 250 celebrations. It will be one that is close to Michelle’s heart as she shares her love for her country.Concerts are free to the public thanks to a generous grant from the Troy Foundation and the citizens of Troy. Come early and enjoy one of Troy’s downtown restaurants. To learn more about downtown Troy, Ohio visit the Miami County Visitors Bureau at: www.homegrowngreat.com/dine/troy . Join us in the center of lovely downtown Troy, Ohio at Prouty Plaza. Bring a lawn chair and your best friend. For more information on Hayner music programs visit: www.troyhayner.org/music.

Fridays on Prouty with Michelle Robinson Band and “America the Beautiful”
2025-08-08 19:30 - 23:00 | Downtown Troy – Prouty Plaza, 1 West Main Street, Troy, OH, 45373, United States
Michelle Robinson is a Nashville Recording Artist and Cincinnati, Ohio native. Michelle is a Josie Award winner for Female Modern Country Artist of the Year (2023) and was nominated for Cincinnati’s Country Entertainer of the Year (2019). The Michelle Robinson Band has opened for a number of national acts including Scotty McCreery, Maddie and Tae, Colt Ford, Uncle Kracker, Loretta Lynn, JoDee Messina, and Kentucky Headhunters.
The August 8th concert is part of Troy’s America250 celebrations. It will be one that is close to Michelle’s heart. “We are honored to be part of the America250 celebrations and are so proud to sing about the things we love about this great country”, says Michelle.
Concerts are free to the public thanks to a generous grant form the Troy Foundation and the citizens of Troy. Come early and enjoy one of Troy’s downtown restaurants.

Newton Local Market
2025-08-15 17:00 - 20:00 | Newton School Parking Lot, 201 North Long Street, Pleasant Hill, OH, 45359, United States
Baked goods, locally grown produce, food trucks and more in Pleasant Hill Ohio

Summer Night Hike At Brukner Nature Center
2025-08-15 19:00 - 20:30 | Brukner Nature Center, 5995 Horseshoe Bend Rd, Troy, OH, 45373, United States
Bats are one of the most misunderstood night-flying creatures. Even though they are rarely seen, Ohio is home to 13 different species of bats that surprisingly help us. From eating pests that destroy crops to devouring disease-carrying mosquitoes, these amazing creatures are beneficial to have around!
Join us on Friday, August 15 as we hike in search for bats and record their unique sounds. We will also discuss common bat myths while meeting a real live bat!
Call 937-698-6493 or email info@bruknernaturecenter.com to pre-register.
Deadline to register is Wednesday, August 13 by 5:00pm. Maximum of 20.
$5/person for BNC Member • $7/person for nonmembers

Civil War Concert and History Day
2025-08-16 | OH
Troy Area Historical Organizations to Hold Civil War Concert and History Day
Donations to benefit the Overfield Tavern Museum
TROY, Ohio [July 25] – Troy area historical organizations are collaborating to host a Civil War Concert and History Day on Saturday, August 16, 2025. This free, family-friendly event will begin with a ceremony at 11 am to dedicate a new state historical marker commemorating Ohio’s Black Civil War soldiers. The marker and ceremony, sponsored by the City of Troy’s Human Relations Commission, will take place at Soldier’s Circle at Riverside Cemetery in Troy. More than 20 Black Civil War soldiers are buried at the cemetery.
At 1 pm, the Miami Valley Veterans Museum will host a dedication ceremony for their new diorama honoring the 54th Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry Regiment, one of the first all-Black regiments in the Union Army during the Civil War. More than 150 men from the Miami Valley volunteered to serve in the 54th and 55th Massachusetts Regiments. The Miami Valley Veterans Museum, located at 2245 S. County Road 25A, is open that day from 12-4 pm.
A variety of Civil War-themed activities will also take place from 1 to 4 pm at the First Presbyterian Church at 20 S. Walnut Street in Troy. Displays and activities will include reenactors from the Stillwater Civil War Roundtable, book signing by local historian Martin Stewart (author of Redemption: The 71st Ohio Volunteer Infantry in the Civil War), tours of the church’s Underground Railroad artifacts and tunnel, activities for kids, and free samples of hardtack and chicory coffee. The Troy Historical Society will have Civil War memorabilia on display and will be selling copies of the out-of-print book Troy: The Nineteenth Century by Thomas B. Wheeler. The Local History and Genealogy Center will have authentic Civil War artifacts, letters, and journals on display at the event, and visitors will have the opportunity to create their own journal.
At 2 pm, a free benefit concert performed by Civil War musicians Steve and Lisa Ball and the 73rd Ohio Volunteer Infantry Band will take place at the First Presbyterian Church. Steve and Lisa Ball are musicians from Columbus, Ohio, who specialize in the music of the Civil War and the music and life of Stephen Foster. The 73rd Ohio Volunteer Infantry Band was formed in 2012 by founder and bandmaster John Huffman, Jr. Huffman is a 34-year veteran of the Ohio National Guard and was the Enlisted Bandmaster of the 122nd US Army Band while in the National Guard. The 73rd OVI Band uses actual Civil War-era brass instruments and performs in Union uniforms with correct reproduction Civil War music stands.
At 4 pm, Abraham Lincoln impersonator John Cooper will give a first-person performance about the life and times of the 16th President. Cooper has been portraying Lincoln for more than 25 years, performing at the Ohio State Fair, numerous county fairs and festivals, political dinners, and schools all across Ohio.

At 5 pm, a walking tour of historic sites in downtown Troy associated with the Civil War and the Underground Railroad will begin at the First Presbyterian Church. The tour will last about an hour and will include a stop at the Museum of Troy History, which has an exhibit of Civil War artifacts on display. The museum will also be open that day from 1-5 pm.
All events are free and open to the public. Donations to the Overfield Tavern Museum’s Fire Recovery Fund are encouraged and gratefully accepted.

CURIOSITIES & ODDITIES: UNMASKING THE BIZARRE SIDE OF THE 19TH CENTURY
2025-08-16 - 2025-08-17 | Johnston Farm & Indian Agency, 9845 North Hardin Rd., Piqua, OH, 45356, United States
Explore the unseen aspects behind the illusion of cleanliness and order in 19th Century dress and hygiene at Johnston Farm & Indian Agency. Meet the ‘other side’ as we look at the individuals and and processes essential to creating this captivating image. Prepare to be disgusted!
Cost: Site Admission

Mash Bill Music Series at the Stillhouse
2025-08-16 17:00 - 22:00 | Indian Creek Distillery, 7095 Staley Road, New Carlisle, OH, 45344, United States
Join us for a Summer Nite at the StillHouse:
The MASH BILL MUSIC SERIES

》Saturday, AUGUST 16thTH
》5:00-10:00
Make plans NOW to join us for a fun evening under the stars at our Farm Distillery!

Two Bands:
Barnhart Band & Vintage 3′ Band

One great food truck:
Littles Grill & Mexican Food Truck

BYOB and BYOC_ bring your own chairs

StillHouse Bottle Shop will be OPEN and

There is a cost to this event! Please call for info!

StillHouse 937.846.1443

Car Show at Johnston Farm
2025-08-23 | Johnston Farm & Indian Agency, 9845 North Hardin Rd., Piqua, OH, 45356, United States
Don’t miss this car show benefiting cancer patients. Over 200 cars and trucks will be on site at Historic Johnston Farm & Indian Agency.
In case of rain on Aug 23, the Classic Car Show will be held on Aug 30

Grape Stomp Competition At Old Mason Winery
2025-08-23 15:00 - 22:00 | OH
Hope you can join us for this fun event (weather permitting)! The day begins with a cornhole tournament from 3-5pm with the grape stomp competition commencing from 5-7pm. Take 2 Entertainment will be commentating all events plus awesome tunes for the after party and dance!
Call today to signup – (937) 698-1122 – $10.00 per team for cornhole and $20.00 per team for grape stomp competition.
Must prepay to enter.
Teams are limited.
There will not be any seat reservations for this event.

Piqua Fine Art Exhibition
2025-09-05 - 2025-09-26 | Apple Tree Gallery, 405 N Main St, Piqua, OH, 45356, United States
2025 marks our 33rd Art Exhibition! We’re dreaming BIGGER and BOLDER! Get ready for even more stunning artwork, interactive experiences, and opportunities to celebrate creativity together.

The exhibit takes place at Apple Tree Gallery, 405 N. Main St. Piqua, OH 45356. The show opens to the public on Friday, September 5, 2025, and runs until Friday, September 26, 2025, during normal Apple Tree Gallery hours.
A special thank you to our celebrity sponsor, Kettering Health, for making our Art Show not only possible, but a great success each year.
To learn more about this event please visit www.PiquaArtsCouncil.org

Autumn Market at WACO
2025-09-12 - 2025-09-14 | WACO Air Museum, 1865 S County Rd 25A, Troy, OH, 45373, United States
The Small Town Autumn Market is a Small Business vendor market, showcasing some of Ohio’s most unique handmade items and small businesses. 100% of our vendors are local & trusted Small Business owners with unique and quality products! Enjoy strolling the historic and active airfield while you shop everything from home decor to clothing, jewelry, handmade soaps, candles, and more! Don’t forget to grab a bite to eat from our local food trucks while you shop!

Newton Local Market - Cancelled
2025-09-12 17:00 - 20:00 | Newton School Parking Lot, 201 North Long Street, Pleasant Hill, OH, 45359, United States
*Event cancelled for this date*
Baked goods, locally grown produce, food trucks and more in Pleasant Hill Ohio

Bradford Railroad Heritage Festival
2025-09-13 11:00 - 16:00 | Bradford Railroad Museum, 200 N Miami Ave, Bradford, OH, 45308, United States
Time & Location

Sep 13, 2025, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Bradford, 200 N Miami Ave, Bradford, OH 45308, USA

About the event

Visit the Museum and see our Women on the Homefront Rosie the Riveter and Molly Pitcher Exhibit. During WWII women took over many of the positions on the railroad and in the factories.

Great Miami Riverway Half Marathon
2025-09-14 06:30 - 17:00 | OH
Miami County’s Great Miami Riverway Half Marathon is presented by Can’t Stop Running Company.

COURSE: Start on Water Street in Troy at the Miami County Courthouse. Troy roads to/around Duke Park. Enter the bike path heading north on Adams Street. Pass the Eldean Covered Bridge. Exit the bike path in Piqua. Run on city roads to the finish line near Crooked Handle Brewery. UPDATED 2024 and 2025 MAP can be viewed at this link:
https://onthegomap.com/s/k13an30j
FINISHER’S MEDAL: Finishers will receive a commemorative finishers medal at the completion of the event.
AWARDS: Top 3 Male/Female overall and top 3 Male/Female placers in each age group: <19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+.
11 YEAR AWARD: A special award to those who have completed the race every year. Sign up for your ninth year to receive the “Completed 144.1 miles” pint glass.
REGISTER: Pre-register Online or Race day: 6:30-7:30am.
Early Start Option: An opportunity for walkers to start 1hr early is available. This option is for walkers only and course set up is not complete at this time. Early start participants are asked to use the sidewalks until the streets are closed for the rest of the race.
PACKET PICKUP: September 13th @ Can’t Stop Running Company 321 N Main Street Piqua from 8am-4pm. September 14th 6:30am @ Downtown Troy near the race start.
COST: $60 January 1st – June 30th, $70 July 1st – August 15th, $80 after August 15th. No refunds on your entry fee. As mentioned above you can transfer your entry fee to another runner by logging into your Run Sign Up account but the exchange of money will be handled between runners. If you transfer your entry fee to another person before a shirt or medal deadline they will be able to update to their preference.
SHIRTS: Choice of Long Sleeve or Short Sleeve Tech shirts while inventory is available. Shirts for 2025 will be unisex sizing
PARKING: Hobart Arena, Troy City Park. Many Downtown Troy streets will be closed for the race and church service.
TRANSPORTATION: Courtesy shuttle service will transport participants from finish area to Downtown Troy. Shuttles will leave Piqua starting at 10:00 and continue on a rolling basis. Returning on shuttle is NOT required.
MORE INFO: Email: cantstoprunningco@gmail.com

Sip & Shop Artisan Market
2025-09-18 16:00 - 20:00 | Twenty One Barrels Winery & Cidery, 9717 Horatio-Harris Creek Rd, Bradford, OH, 45308, United States
This is an outdoor and a family-friendly event. What could be better than sipping cider or wine while eating fresh local food and shopping unique and custom, locally made goods from real local artisans? Meet a wide selection of local, talented, and unique vendors and artisans as you shop outside in the vineyard!

Shop, Eat, Drink and Enjoy Live Music at Twenty One Barrels.

WACO Celebration & Fly-In
2025-09-19 - 2025-09-21 | WACO Air Museum, 1865 S County Rd 25A, Troy, OH, 45373, United States
WACO Airfield – WACO owners fly their aircraft back to Troy, the site of their manufacture. See these beautiful aircraft close up and talk to the people who restore, maintain and fly these wonderful machines.
Vintage Aircraft at its finest!
Tour the WACO Air Museum, enjoy great food and take a ride in an open cockpit biplane!
937-335-9226 or www.wacoairmuseum.org
