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table of contentsHistory .......................................................................4Summer Chill...Winter Sizzle ........................6Visit Delaware .......................................................8Advertisers ........................................................... 11Visit Powell .......................................................... 12Visit Sunbury ...................................................... 14Events ..................................................................... 16Map ........................................................................... 18Attractions ........................................................... 20The Arts ................................................................. 24Golf Courses ........................................................ 25 Outdoor Recreation ........................................ 26Shopping & Picking .........................................28Meeting Facilities ............................................. 28Restaurants & Cafés .......................................30Accommodations .............................................. 34

Pick your Place to Play!Flip through the Delaware County visitors guide and pick your place to play!

If you like to play in the water, in Delaware County you’ll find places to zoom down water slides, lie on beaches, and go boating, fishing, swimming, sailing, kayaking, or wading. You’ll even find a private beach for your dog.

Fulfill your sense of adventure by exploring the #1 Zoo in the country, historic Indian caverns, and the universe. Go hiking, biking and bird watching.

Golfers come to enjoy playing one or more of 14 public golf courses. The courses are definitely “up to par” with features such as bent grass, mature trees, and holes designed to serve a variety of skill levels.

If you’d rather play indoors, go ice skating, jump on trampolines, play laser tag, get some target practice, or enjoy historic attractions.

Visitors flock to Delaware County to shop at the mall, and to shop, dine, antique, and appreciate the arts in the County’s charming downtowns.

This guide also makes it easy to plan a group tour and a family, girlfriend or guy’s getaway!

For more information or personal assistance, call us at 1-888-DEL-OHIO (335-6446) or stop by our visitor center located at 34 S. Sandusky Street in Historic Downtown Delaware.

Additional information about attractions and current events can also be found on our website: visitdelohio.com. A playground for generations, Delaware County has something fun for everyone and is located right in the heart of Ohio just north of Columbus.

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forplaygroundPhoto credit: Polar Bear and Zoombezi Bay photos by: G. Jones, Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

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Located in the center of Ohio, Delaware County was founded in 1808 and named after the Delaware Indians.

Delaware is home to Ohio Wesleyan University and the birthplace of Rutherford B. Hayes, 19th president of the United States. Hayes met his wife, Lucy Webb, when she was one of the first female students at Ohio Wesleyan University. A Hayes Trail through Historic Downtown Delaware brochure takes you past points of interest, including where his birthplace once stood.

Each September, Delaware County celebrates its agricultural heritage with the Delaware County Fair, which also features family entertainment and world-famous harness racing. The internationally renowned Little Brown Jug, one of the jewels in the triple crown of Grand Circuit harness racing, draws over 45,000 spectators. The Little Brown Jug has the uniqueness of being the only such race of its caliber to still take place at a county fair.

Rich in heritage, Delaware County has many buildings and areas listed on the National Register of Historic Places, including Historic Downtown Delaware. Downtown Delaware has been designated a PreserveAmerica Community by the White House, a Best Hometown by Ohio Magazine, and also has the distinction of being a Main Street Community.

Visitors can enjoy a self-guided walking tour of Sandusky and Winter Streets, using brochures prepared by the Delaware County Historical Society. Walking tour brochures are available at the Historical Society and the Delaware County Tourism Bureau.

The Old Towne Hall and Myers Inn in Sunbury are also on the National Register of Historic Places. Both are located on Sunbury’s quaint village square. For a heritage exploration of the square, tour booklets can be borrowed from the Myers Inn Museum.

For more history about Delaware County, plan a visit to one of the Historical Societies and explore their libraries, museums, and attractions.

Delaware County Historical Society, Cryder Historical Research Library, and Nash House Museum157 E. William St., Delaware (740) 369-3831www.delawareohiohistory.orgHours: Tuesday 6-8 pm (March 15-October 15); Wednesday 10-Noon, 1-5 pm; Sunday 2-5 pm; or by appointment. Please call ahead to arrange a tour of the Nash House.

Powell Liberty Historical Society Martin Perry Homestead (Call for special events and viewing times.)103 E. Olentangy St., Powell (614) 848-6210

Radnor Heritage Museum Corner of St. Rt. 203 & Radnor Rd., Radnor (740) 595-3398 or (740) 595-3319Hours: 1st & 3rd Sunday each month, 1:30-4:30 p.m., April-Oct., and Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, or by appointment.

Myers Inn Museum45 S. Columbus, St., Sunbury, (Facing Sunbury Square)www.BigWalnutHistory.orgHours: Thurs., Fri., Sun. Noon-3 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

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Splash and play at Zoombezi Bay. Zoom down waterslides, ride the tide, float down the river, and have waves of fun.

Shop and dine at Polaris Fashion Place, one of Ohio’s premier malls, featuring a blend of upscale and local favorite retail shops.

Delve 105 feet below the surface of the earth at the Olentangy Indian Caverns where the temperature is always a chilly 54 degrees.

Warm up tasting wines at Soine Vineyards, where each red, white, and blush wine is crafted to represent the natural characteristics of the grape.

Spend some summer time on ice at The Chiller North, a Central Ohio premier ice skating and hockey facility.

Stay cool and be cool playing tag indoors at Lazer Kraze, the Ultimate Laser Tag and Family Fun Center.

Aim for targets at Black Wing, the only 5-Star rated, full-service shooting center in Ohio. Consider attending the monthly Dinner and Targets event.

Take a step-back-in-time and visit the Myers Inn Museum. Warm yourself by the fireplace and take a docent-guided tour of this 1800’s stagecoach inn.

photo by: G. Jones Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

photo courtesy of Olentangy Indian Caverns

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Play in the water at Alum Creek State Park, where you’ll discover the largest inland beach in the state of Ohio.

Bounce off the walls at Sky Zone where adults and children can jump for joy.

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Delaware – A charming downtown shopping, dining and arts destination. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places and

a Preserve America Community, downtown Delaware is

adorned with 1800’s historic charm and alive with activity.

A sought-out dining destination, there are lots of

restaurants to choose from and almost every one of them is

local and unique to the historic downtown. It’s not hard to

find something to truly please the palette. In fact, it would

take dining out almost every night for two weeks to sample

all the eateries before choosing your favorite.

Visitors find the restaurants, family friendly, and

affordable, offering traditional American cuisine as well as

International flair! Whether you prefer burgers or surf and

turf, mac and cheese or flaming cheese, fried rice or beans

and rice – you’ll find it here. Steaks, chops, gyros, gumbo,

wood-fired pizza, hummus, sushi, tacos, seafood, chicken

salad, fish and chips, stir-fry, quesadillas, tempura, spicy

chili, and Muffuletta, are just a few downtown favorites.

Satisfy your sweet tooth at restaurants, coffee shops,

and cafes with cookies as big as your face, yummy cupcakes,

mouthwatering chocolates, homemade frozen custard,

fudge cake, cheese cake, crème Brule, and more.

There are also lots of shops to explore, offering, antiques

and collectibles, new books, vinyl records, beer making

supplies, consignment and vintage clothing, beads, global

wares, jewelry, video games, educational toys and games,

pet needs and original works of art.

Many come to Delaware to be inspired by the arts. The

Delaware Arts Festival takes place downtown annually in

May the Saturday and Sunday after Mother’s Day. Rotating

exhibits can be enjoyed at the Arts Castle, Ohio Wesleyan

University Ross Art Museum, and City Art Center. The

highly acclaimed Central Ohio Symphony provides five

exciting concerts each year, including a holiday concert and

free Independence Day concert on the lawn. Performing

arts, including theater, music, dance, and opera are offered

at Ohio Wesleyan University during the academic season.

In addition, downtown Delaware, is one of the few

remaining places you can still shop, dine and go to the

movies without even moving your car. Built in 1916, the

historic Strand Theatre shows new release and classic films,

including midnight premieres. The Strand is a true gem in

the heart of downtown, and even passers-by cannot resist

the smell of fresh-made popcorn.

The OHIO MACHINE provides a professional sports

team experience rarely found in a town the size of

Delaware. Professional lacrosse at its finest takes place

at Ohio Wesleyan’s Selby Stadium. The MACHINE plays

seven, exciting Saturday evening home games May-July.

The stadium is full of cheering fans during the lacrosse

season. Fans will be happy to discover convenient lodging

and dining options close-by when they come to Delaware.

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The world renowned Little Brown Jug Grand Circuit

Harness Race is another not to miss sporting event. The

Jug is a race for three-year-old pacers and one of the jewels

in the triple crown of Grand Circuit harness racing. The

race is always held the third Thursday after Labor Day, and

is also the only such race of its caliber to take place at a

traditional county fair.

The Sunday before the Delaware County Fair, the streets

of Delaware are alive with horses and marching bands.

The annual All-Horse Parade clip, clops through the

center of Historic Downtown Delaware. Described as the

largest non-motorized parade east of the Mississippi, over

500 animals can typically be seen in the parade.

In July, Delaware hosts the annual Blast from the Past

Cruise-In. The whole downtown is jammed with antique,

classic, and vintage cars, and some cruise the streets. This

is also a family-favorite event where the whole day is filled

with strolling the streets, ogling over cars, munching at

restaurants, and browsing shops. If you want to make a

weekend of fun, spend the night and visit the Columbus

Zoo and Aquarium and Zoombezi Bay.

Enjoy a December getaway by combining holiday

shopping with stunning light exhibits at Alum Creek

and the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, topped off with a

holiday concert performed by the Central Ohio Symphony.

Plan your visit or hop off Rt. 23 instead of zooming

by and enjoy hometown shopping and dining, arts,

outdoor recreation, or a professional sports experience.

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Rather than just driving through on your way to the Zoo, stop for a tasty treat, antique, or one-of-a-kind home décor item. Powell offers some yummy experiences, including

fresh-baked cookies and breads at the local bakery,

mouth-watering ice cream flavors, and even buckeye

cupcakes.

If you’d rather have dinner than feed your sweet tooth,

you’ll discover lots of great options – both locally-owned

and well-known chain restaurants – upscale, down-home,

and family-friendly.

The shops located within the vintage homes lining

Powell’s main street and beyond provide an eclectic

shopping experience. If you’re in the market for an antique

decoration or furnishing, a contemporary décor item, or

Amish furniture, you’ll enjoy exploring the shops in Powell.

You can even create your own candle and paint pottery

while you’re there.

If you also appreciate quality hand-crafted items,

even some you can wear, you’ll want to roam around

both Powell and its next-door neighbor, Shawnee Hills.

High quality items can be found in both locations, and

the unique items you’ll discover also make great gifts.

Shawnee Hills is also a place for some great finds for those

who love to garden.

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Plan your visit around a special event such as a Farmer’s

Market, one of three annual Street Market Days, the

Cruise-In and Pig-Out, or the annual Powell Festival.

Outdoor recreation in Powell includes the Columbus

Zoo and Aquarium, Zoombezi Bay water theme park,

golfing, hiking in parks and nature preserves, as well

as boating and fishing on the near-by Scioto River and

O’Shaughnessy Reservoir, which are also connected to

Shawnee Hills. If you don’t have time as you pass through

on the way to the Zoo, there are plenty of reasons to pick

a day just to play in Powell.

troops. The barn at the Inn exhibits a harness maker’s

shop, wheelwright’s shop, and blacksmith. General

Rosecrans is said to be the only Civil War general without

a statue in his honor, and local historians will soon be

adorning the village square with a life-sized bronze statue

of Sunbury’s Civil War hero.

Some come to Sunbury to pay their respects at the Ohio

Fallen Heroes Memorial, the official Ohio memorial

honoring those from all branches of the military who lost

their lives in the Global War on Terrorism.

If you also want some fun outdoor recreation during

your visit to Sunbury, Alum Creek State Park is just a few

miles away and offers hiking trails, water recreation,

mountain biking, and bridle trails. Go bird watching at

Alum Creek, Hogback Ridge Preserve, or the Mudflats

Boardwalk in Galena. Take a five-mile bike ride by

combining the 4.7 mile Ohio to Erie Trail along St. Rt. 3,

and the .5 mile scenic Hoover Reservoir trail. Both trails

begin on Plumb Road and adventure south. Test your golf

skills playing one of the many near-by public courses.

It’s hard to believe all the experiences available in

Sunbury are located just four

miles east of I-71, where three

hotels and a variety of

restaurants are conveniently

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“How quaint” is what some people say when they first see Sunbury’s village square with its tall shade trees, copula atop the old towne hall, and gleaming white gazebo.

Many times throughout the year, the square bustles

with fun, family-friendly activity. Farmer’s markets, three

annual flea markets, Christmas on the Square, Country

Cruise-In, and living history pageants, happen in the heart

of this small Ohio hometown. Sunbury Sizzle and Sounds

and the Galena Summerfest take place on the same day,

and attendees can catch a trolley ride to experience both

events.

Shop the square and surrounding area for antiques and

nostalgic items, dine at the hometown grille, or opt for

pizza, Asian, or a juicy ¾ lb. burger at the tavern.

The Myers Inn Museum is a Sunbury jewel located on

the southwest corner of the square. A stagecoach inn in the

early 1800’s, where you could share a bed with a stranger

for twenty-five cents, the Inn is now a museum that houses

area relics and history and Civil War memorabilia. You can

no longer spend the night at the Inn, but docent-guided

tours, luncheons, teas, meetings, and other events happen

at the Museum.

The Myers Inn Museum also serves as the headquarters

for Civil War General William Stark Rosecrans re-enactment

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Labor Day Flea Market/Ox Roast, Sunbury SquareStreet Market, Powell All-Horse Parade, Historic Downtown DelawareAlum Creek Thunder APBA Hydroplane Racing, Alum Creek State Park, DelawareDelaware County Fair, Delaware County Fairgrounds, DelawareJugette Harness Race, Delaware County Fairgrounds, DelawareLittle Brown Jug Grand Circuit Harness Race Delaware County Fairgrounds, DelawareDelaware State Park Fall Festival Harvest Fair, Stratford Ecological Center, Delaware

Alum Creek State Park Fall FestivalCentral Ohio Symphony Ohio Wesleyan University, Gray Chapel, DelawareOWU Homecoming, Ohio Wesleyan University, DelawareSunbury-Galena Cruise-In, Sunbury SquareBoo at the Zoo, Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, Powell

Fall Harvest Festival, RadnorThe Castle Arts Affair Delaware County Cultural Arts Center, DelawareChristmas Parade, Historic Downtown DelawareFantasy of Lights, Alum Creek State Park, DelawareWildlights, Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, Powell

Fantasy of Lights, Alum Creek State Park, DelawareWildlights, Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, PowellHistoric Downtown Delaware Holiday Celebration and Tree Lighting Holidays in Powell Christmas on the Square, Sunbury Central Ohio Symphony Holiday Concerts, Ohio Wesleyan University, Gray Chapel, Delaware

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Ohio Machine Professional Lacrossewww.theohiomachine.comMay 4, 18, 23 | June 15, 29 | July 6, 27Come see Ohio’s f irst professional lacrosse team play under the lights in historic Selby Stadium at Ohio Wesleyan University, Delaware

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Perkins Observatory3199 U.S. Rt. 23 S., Delaware (740) 363-1257 www.perkins-observatory.org

Take an “out-of-this-world” tripto Perkins Observatory. Perkins offers a public program, including a fun, educational astronomy lesson, historic tour, exhibits, and a glimpse of the galaxies through the 32 inch telescope most Friday nights. (Call or check website for hours/tickets.)

Olentangy Indian Caverns1779 Home Rd., Delaware (740) 548-7917 www.olentangyindiancaverns.com(O pen April-October)Formed millions of years ago by the tremendous force of an underground river, the caverns served as refuge for the Wyandotte Indians. Descend 105 feet below the surface of the earth, learn ancient lore, play miniature golf, climb the rock wall, pan for gems, explore exhibits, and stay cool in the caves where it’s always 54 degrees.

JUMP! CLIMB! PLAY!Lazer Kraze459 Orange Point Drive, Suite B, Lewis Center (740) 548-7788www.lazerkraze.com

The Ultimate Laser Tag and Family Fun Center

Magic Mountain Fun Center8350 Lyra Drive (close to I-71 and Polaris Pkwy) (614) 840-9600www.magicmountainfuncenter.com/polaris

Sky Zone (Indoor Trampoline Park)459 Orange Point Dr., Suite E, Lewis Center (740) 548-4004www.skyzonesports.com

The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium4850 W. Powell Rd., Powell 1-800-MONKEYSwww.columbuszoo.orgAcres and acres of animal exhibits and naturalistic wildlife habitats. Explore Asia Quest, the African Forest, Discovery Reef, Manatee Coast, North America, Australia, Voyage to Southeast Asia, and Polar Frontier. Open all year, the Zoo also features Wildlights, a sparkling light spectacular, late November through December. African Safari coming in 2014!

Check out Jungle Jack’s Landing and discover 14 fun rides, including a wooden rollercoaster and log flume!

Zoombezi Bay 3550 W. Powell Rd., Powell (614) 724-3600 www.zoombezibay.com Play in the water at Zoombezi Bay! Experience

exciting, state-of-the-art water slides, a wave pool, an action river, and a lazy river. Zoombezi Bay also features interactive water playgrounds, private cabanas, and more. (Park open daily Memorial Day through Labor Day).

Chiller North8144 Highfield Dr., Lewis Center (740) 549-0009 www.thechiller.comA Central Ohio premier ice skating and hockey facility, the Chiller North also offers public skating. Try the ice during a Noon Skate, Public Skate, or Friday Night Meltdown. The facility also features meeting and party space, hockey leagues, skating lessons, corporate events, and birthday party packages.

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Stratford Ecological Center3083 Liberty Rd., Delaware (740) 363-2548 www.StratfordEcologicalCenter.orgM-F 9 a.m.–5 p.m., Sat. 9 a.m.–1 p.m., closed Sunday and holidays(Call ahead for group arrangements)

Stratford Ecological Center is a small, diversified, organic farm that blends ecology with agriculture. The center features a demonstration farm and nature preserve offering hands-on outdoor experiences for all ages. Discover farm animals, organic gardens, maple sugar, and nature trails. Enjoy an educational excursion, birdwatching, gardening, or picking your own farm produce.

Soine Vineyards (soy knee)3510 Clark Shaw Rd., Powell(740) 362-7212www.soinevineyards.comFri. 5:30–8:30 p.m., Sat. 1–7 p.m. Check website for current hours. Tastings can be scheduled during off hours; please call ahead.

The winery produces approximately nine cultivars of grapes and offers quality, locally-produced red, white, and blush table wines. Each wine is hand crafted to represent the natural characteristics of the grape. Soine is part of the Capital Area Wine Trail.

Ohio Wildlife Center6131 Cook Road, Powell (parking off Dublin Road, Rt. 745)(614) 734-9453www.ohiowildlifecenter.org Second Sunday of the Month Noon–4 p.m., Group program by arrangement

The Ohio Wildlife Center is a leader in wildlife rehabilitation and conservation education situated on 20 acres. Visit the resident animals, take part in scheduled activities, explore the nature trails, browse the gift shop, and enjoy unique wild bird-viewing stations.

Cabela’s1650 Gemini Place at Polaris (off I-71 near Cambria Suites) (614) 702-2300 www.cabelas.comM-F 8 a.m.–9 p.m., Sat. 8 a.m.–9 p.m., Sun. 10 a.m.–8 p.m.

Cabela’s 80,000-square-foot store is built in Cabela’s next-generation format, featuring a large stone f ireplace, mountain replica, dynamic wildlife displays, aquarium, indoor archery range, deli, Gun Library and Bargain Cave. Cabela’s, the World’s Foremost Outf itter of hunting, f ishing and outdoor gear, offers thousands of quality outdoor products, including hunting, f ishing, camping, hiking and more.

Black Wing3722 Marysville Rd. (St. Rt. 36), Delaware(740) 363-7555 www.blackwingsc.comSat.–Sun. 10 a.m.–6 p.m.; Tues.–Fri. 10 a.m.–9 p.m.; closed Monday and selected holidays

Black Wing Shooting Center, the only 5-star shootingrange in Ohio, is Ohio’s Premier Shooting Destination. Spend the day shooting trap, skeet, sporting clays or 5-stand outdoors or try one of the indoor ranges. The Center also features a 20,000 sq. ft. clubhouse with spacious banquet facilities for corporate outings as well as classrooms for training.

Ohio Machine45 S. Henry St., Delaware (game location only)(614) 754-1973 www.theohiomachine.comExperience the excitement ofMajor League Lacrosse! Fans f lock to Selby Stadium at Ohio Wesleyan University to cheer on the OHIO MACHINE. Beginning in May, the Machine will play seven home games in 2013. Several games will end with a big blast off – a spectacular f ireworks exhibit.

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Arrowhead Lakes Golf Club580 N. Walnut St., Galena (740) 965-5422

Bent Tree Golf Club*350 Bent Tree Rd., Sunbury (740) 965-5140

Big Walnut Golf Club6683 St. Rt. 61, Sunbury (740) 548-5189

Blackhawk Golf Club8830 Dustin Rd., Galena (740) 965-1042

Delaware Golf Club (Semi-Private)3329 Columbus Pike, Delaware (740) 362-2582

Glenross Golf Club*231 Clubhouse Dr., Delaware (740) 657-3752

Hidden Valley Golf Course580 W. William St., Delaware (740) 363-1739

Little Bear Golf Club*1940 Little Bear Loop, Lewis Center (740) 548-8532

Millcreek Golf Club*7259 Penn Rd., Ostrander (740) 666-7711

Oakhaven Golf Club*2871 U.S. Rt. 23 N., Delaware (740) 363-9900/548-5636

Royal American Links*3300 Miller Paul Rd., Galena (740) 965-1215

Safari Golf Club*4853 W. Powell Rd., Powell (614) 645-3444

Shamrock Golf Club*4436 Powell Rd., Powell (614) 792-6650

Sunbury Golf Course1349 Golf Course Rd., Sunbury (740) 965-5441

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The Arts Castle190 W. Winter St., Delaware (740) 369-ARTSwww.artscastle.org(Exhibits, gallery shop, Castle Arts Affair, classes, events)

Performing Arts SeriesOhio Wesleyan University, Delaware (740) 368-3629(A variety of traveling performers during academic year)

Delaware Arts FestivalHistoric Downtown Delaware (740) 363-2695www.delawareartsfestival.org(Weekend after Mother’s Day: Over 170 exhibitor booths featuring juried works of local and regional artists and crafts persons)

The Strand Theatre28 E. Winter St., Delaware (740) 363-4914www.thestrandtheatre.net(Historic movie theatre, showing new release and classic films)

Richard M. Ross Art MuseumOhio Wesleyan University, 60 S. Sandusky St., Delaware(740) 368-3606, www.ross.owu.eduTues., Wed., Fri. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Thurs. 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sun. 1-5 p.m. (Available for special events)

Art Exhibits, Guest Authors, Concerts, Opera, and Theatre ProductionsOhio Wesleyan University, Delaware (740) 368-2000(A variety of public performances during academic year)

Central Ohio Symphony 24 E. Winter St., Delaware (740) 362-1799 or 1-888-999-2676www.centralohiosymphony.org(Concerts: April, May, July, October, and December)

City Arts Center 22 E. Winter St., Delaware www.cityartcenter.orgOpen: Fri. 4-7 p.m.; Sat. 2-7 p.m.; and by appointment

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Alum Creek State Park (3387 acres of water)3615 S. Old State Rd., Delaware (740) 548-4631Camping (740) 548-4039Marina (740) 548-6056 or 548-4068 Swimming (3,000 ft. beach), Boating, Water Skiing, Picnicking, Fishing, Hiking Trails, Mountain Bike Trails, Bridle Trails, and Winter Recreation

Delaware State Park (1330 acres of water)5202 U.S. Rt. 23 N., Delaware (740) 369-2761Camping (740) 363-4561 Marina (740) 363-6102 Swimming (800 ft. beach), Boating, Water Skiing, Picnicking, Fishing, Hiking Trails, Wildlife Area, Bird Watching, and Winter Recreation

Hoover ReservoirGalena (614) 645-3305 Boating, Fishing, Sailing, Bird Watching, Mudflats Boardwalk

Hoover Scenic Bike Trail (.6 miles)Plumb Rd., Galena (between St. Rt. 3 and South Old 3C)

Genoa Bike Trail (4.1 miles)Plumb Rd. at St. Rt. 3 to Max Town Rd. in Westerville

O’Shaughnessy ReservoirPowell/Shawnee Hills (614) 645-3305 Boating, Fishing, Skiing

Autumn Lakes Campgrounds8644 Porter Central Rd., Sunbury (740) 625-6600

Berkshire Lake Campgrounds1848 Alexander Rd., Galena (740) 965-2321

Cross Creek Camping3190 S. Old State Road, Delaware (740) 549-2267

Tree Haven Campgrounds, Inc.4855 Miller Paul Rd., Westerville (740) 965-3469

outdoor recreation Whitesands Campgrounds St. Rt. 42 N., Delaware (740) 363-1896

Highbanks Metro Park9466 U.S. Rt. 23 S., Lewis Center (614) 891-0700

Mingo Park500 E. Lincoln Ave., Delaware (740) 203-1450

North Orange Park7560 Gooding Blvd., Delaware (740) 548-5430(Orange Township near Lewis Center)Aquatic Center (740) 657-8881

Preservation Parks: (740) 524-8600Big Walnut Community Trail168 South Vernon St., SunburyBlues Creek Preserve9627 Fontanelle Rd., OstranderChar-Mar Ridge Preserve7741 Lewis Center Rd., WestervilleDeer Haven Preserve4183 Liberty Rd., DelawareEmily Traphagen Preserve5094 Seldom Seen Rd., PowellGallant Farm Preserve2050 Buttermilk Hill Rd., DelawareGallant Woods Preserve2151 Buttermilk Hill Rd., DelawareHogback Ridge Preserve2656 Hogback Rd., SunburyHoover Scenic TrailGalena, OhioRiver Run Preserve158 Main Rd., DelawareShale Hollow Preserve (opening 2013)6320 Artesian Run, Lewis Center

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Andrews House39 W. Winter St., Delaware (740) 369-45203 RoomsArts Castle190 W. Winter St., Delaware (740) 369-ARTS2 Rooms 30/100Berkshire Party House1848 Alexander Rd., Galena (740) 965-2428 Black Wing Shooting Center3722 Marysville Rd., Delaware (740) 363-75552 Rooms 25/100 Bridgewater Banquet & Conference Center10561 Sawmill Parkway, Powell (614) 734-9800Events for 50-1200

Brookshire405 Greif Parkway, Delaware(740) 548-8188Events for 25-500COA Event ServicesCatering for a Cause800 Cheshire Rd., Delaware(740) 363-6677 1-800-994-2255Banquet Center: 256 or Two Rooms: 101, 155Events for 20-200The Chiller North8144 Highfield Dr., Lewis Center(740) 549-0009Columbus Zoo & Aquarium 9990 Riverside Dr., Powell (614) 645-3550 10 Rooms: 6000+

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POLARIS FASHION PLACE In the southern part of the County, you will find one of Ohio’s premier shopping malls. Polaris offers a combination of upscale and local favorite retailers. The mall also features 150 shops and eating establishments, a children’s play area, and open air shopping experience. Polaris Towne Center is located just across the parkway.

HISTORIC DOWNTOWN DELAWARE is one of Ohio’s most charming downtown shopping, dining, and arts destinations.

POWELL offers an up-scale, down-home and exciting eclectic shopping experience.

SHAWNEE HILLS is a fun place to shop for quality handcrafted items and gardening treasures.

SUNBURY is a place to leisurely shop and stroll around the village square taking pleasure in a quaint hometown experience.

ANTIQUING & PICKINGLove searching for antiques and collectibles? Go picking in Delaware County’s treasure-hunting triangle: DELAWARE – SUNBURY – POWELL. These three areas offer numerous antique shops and malls making the area a valuable antiques and collectibles destination. Discover a long sought-after artifact or begin a new collection as you hunt for unique, antique, and nostalgic relics.

NorthPointe Hotel and Conference Center100 Green Meadows Drive S., Lewis Center(614) 880-4300 or 1-866-233-939340 Conference/Breakout Rooms, 6000 Sq. Ft. Ballroom, 120 Guest Rooms/Suites, Smaller meetings or up to 800 A genuine conference center designed to provide guests with an unparalleled meeting experience.

Country Gatherings–Radnor 2866 Rt. 203 North, Radnor (740) 595-30951-800-743-10136600 Square Feet, Maximum Seating 315 plus Outdoor PatioDelaware County Fairgrounds 236 Pennsylvania Ave., Delaware (740) 362-3851Horse Shows, Trade Shows, Seminars, Sales, Concerts, Multiple Buildings and FacilitiesEagle Creek Leadership and Challenge Center6665 Eagle Creek Lane, Ostrander (614) 352-2505Big Rock Center: 2000 Square Feet Challenge Center: 5000 Square Feet, 325Freeman’s Farm6142 Lewis Center Rd., Galena (740) 548-7866Available June, July, August for up to 50 Home Road Acres Party House6772 Home Rd., Delaware (740) 881-5595Up to 140Methodist Theological School3081 Columbus Pike, Delaware (740) 363-1146Large and small classrooms for general sessionsTheater Style 250 Oak Creek Farm, Inc.4480 Beard Rd., Sunbury (740) 524-4481Party Barn and Picnic Grounds (Indoor Room 100)

Ohio Wesleyan University40 University Ave., Delaware (740) 368-318615 Rooms (various capacities) Banquet: 389Pacer Inn & Suites259 S. Sandusky St., Delaware (740) 362-0050Ballroom/Meeting Room 120Recreation UnlimitedNational Challenge Center for People with Disabilities7700 Piper Rd., Ashley (740) 548-7006Dining Hall: 300-350Lodge: 250-300The Life Center: 20,000 square feet, including gymnasium, assembly room, three classrooms, and more.

Quest Business & ConferenceCenter (Polaris)8405 Pulsar Place, Columbus (614) 540-5540; 1-800-909-766518 banquet/meeting roomsTheater 320, Classroom 265; Banquet 265Richard M. Ross Art MuseumOhio Wesleyan University60 S. Sandusky St., Delaware (740) 368-3606Special events for small groupsThe Strand Theatre28 E. Winter St., Delaware (740) 815-9266Stratford Ecological Center3083 Liberty Rd., Delaware (740) 363-2548Large meeting room: Theater 180; Classroom w/tables 90 Wedgewood Country Club9600 Wedgewood Blvd., Powell (614) 793-96004 RoomsBallroom: 300Willow Brook100 Willow Brook Way S., Delaware(740) 369-0048 2 Rooms: 10-180The Women’s City Club of Delaware135 North Franklin St., Delaware (740) 369-5536Victorian Parlor and Banquet Facilities: 50

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DELAWARE Amato’s Wood-Fired Pizza 6-8 S. Sandusky St., Delaware (740) 369-8797 Bob Evans 1301 Columbus Pike, (Rt. 23 S.) Delaware (740) 363-0231Brooklyn Heights Bar and Grill 13 W. William St., Delaware (740) 362-2424 Buffalo Wild Wings475 N. Houk Rd., Delaware (740) 363-9464Bun’s Restaurant 14 W. Winter St., Delaware (740) 363-2867 Canton Chinese Restaurant 191 S. Sandusky St., Delaware (740) 363-5034 Chandra’s Bistro10 N. Sandusky St., Delaware (740) 362-9227 Chelley Belly 59 N. Sandusky St., Delaware (740) 369-5792 Chipotle Mexican Grill 1710 Columbus Pike, (Rt. 23 S.) Delaware (740) 369-6360Choffey’s Coffee and Confections17 W. Winter St., Delaware (740) 419-9406Corner Café Restaurant535 Sunbury Rd. (St. Rt. 36/37 E.), Delaware (740) 369-0377 The Delaware Dog 23 N. Sandusky St., Delaware (740) 990-7065 Dragon House Chinese Restaurant 1804 Columbus Pike, Delaware (740) 363-1988 1808 American Bistro29 E. Winter St., Delaware (740) 417-4373El Vaquero33 Woorting St., Delaware (740) 362-0919 En Super Buffet1139 Columbus Pike (Rt. 23 S.), Delaware (740) 363-8899Fiesta Mexico12 W. William St., Delaware (740) 362-1880Hamburger Inn16 N. Sandusky St., Delaware (740) 369-3850Horsey Hall Café9716 Fontanelle Rd., Ostrander (740) 666-1605The Jug Grill and Patio837 N. Houk Rd., Delaware (740) 369-3267J. Gumbo’s 12 S. Sandusky St., Delaware (740) 368-9494Main Street Grill (at Buehler’s) 800 W. Central Ave., Delaware (740) 363-1933 Mi Cerrito Mexican Restaurant 19 E. Winter St., Delaware (740) 363-1587

restaurants & cafés Old Bag of Nails Pub66 N. Sandusky St., Delaware (740) 368-8083Ollie’s Fine Ice Cream 19 S. Franklin St., Delaware (740) 363-6554 OPA Grill and Tavern18 S. Sandusky St., Delaware (740) 363-7283Payne’s Pizza & More400 W. Central Ave., Delaware (740) 363-9040Shorty’s554 W. Central Ave. Delaware (740) 362-5555Something Sweet Coffee & Bakery 2 N. Sandusky St., Delaware (740) 369-5282 Starbucks 6417 Columbus Pike, Delaware (740) 888-1270Tavern 425200 US Highway 42 S., Delaware (740) 917-5445Tian Fu Buffet850 Sunbury Rd., Delaware (740) 363-320023 Delaware Diner 755 US Rt. 23N, Delaware (740) 417-9201 Veritas Tavern 15 E. Winter St., Delaware (740) 417-4074 The Warehouse Italian Dinners1003 U.S. 23 North, Delaware (740) 387-8124Whit’s Frozen Custard31 N. Sandusky St., Delaware (740) 362-0715

POWELL/LEWIS CENTERAsian Garden Buffet8633 Columbus Pike (NorthPointe Plaza), Lewis Center (740) 549-1888 Beijing9852 Brewster Lane, Powell (614) 717-0051 Bob Evans46 Hornbeam Lane, Lewis Center (740) 549-30559891 Brewster Lane, Powell (614) 766-1961 Buffalo Wild Wings3878 Attucks Dr., Powell (614) 766-5371Buffalo Wings & Rings8661 Columbus Pike, Lewis Center (740) 548-1700 Chipolte Mexican Grill8695 Owenfield Dr., Powell (740) 657-83559733 Sawmill Parkway, #G (614) 799-2267Cinco De Mayo Mexican Grill3962 Powell Rd., Powell (614) 210-0900City Barbeque556 W. Powell Rd., Powell (614) 224-8224 Culver’s4137 W. Powell Rd., Powell (614) 734-9729

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C. William’s Bistro26 Grace Dr., Powell (614) 505-6788Easy Street Café5 S. Liberty St., Powell (614) 888-3279Five Guys Burgers and Fries8607 Columbus Pike, Lewis Center (740) 549-4555Greek Express4091 Powell Rd., Powell (614) 791-9100Gooseneck Tavern9721 Sawmill Rd., Powell (614) 336-1111Kogen’s (Far East Fare)9711 Sawmill Parkway, Powell (614) 798-8882Lattes and Lollipops (Indoor Play Café)337 West Olentangy St., Powell (614) 798-2071Lazy Cameleon4028 Presidential Parkway, Powell (614) 792-8393Liberty Tavern50 S. Liberty St., Powell (614) 825-0500Lin’s Wok Chinese240 N. Liberty St., Powell (614) 844-6889 Local Roots15 E. Olentangy St., Powell (614) 602-8060Lucé Restaurant3499 Market St., Powell (614) 881-4600 Mean Bean Coffee House22 S. Liberty St., Powell (614) 436-6603Mia Cucina 230 W. Olentangy St., Powell (614) 547-1543Noodles & Company9733 Sawmill Parkway (614) 659-0047Panera Bread8823 Owenfield Dr., Lewis Center (740) 657-8400 Ruby Tuesday8753 Owenfield Drive, Powell (740) 548-1670 Scrambler’s3980 Presidential Pkwy., Powell (614) 760-7220 Senior Antonio’s8617 Columbus Pike (NorthPointe Plaza), Lewis Center (740) 548-6996Starbucks2975 Powell Rd., Powell (614) 889-50299700 Sawmill Rd., Powell (614) 766-900021 Neverland Dr., Lewis Center (740) 549-0601Thai Orchid8736 Moreland St., Powell (740) 881-3000Tokyo Sushi9880 Brewster Lane, Powell (614) 799-2828Vittoria10241 Sawmill Parkway, Powell (614) 791-8100

Wholly Joe’s Hot Dog1182 Powell Rd., Lewis Center (614) 430-9441

SUNBURY/GALENABob Evans7315 St. Rt. 36/37, Sunbury (740) 363-4656 Cracker Barrel Old Country Store60 Fourwinds Dr. (St. Rt. 36/37), Sunbury (740) 362-2270Doodle Dips35 E. Granville St., Sunbury (740) 965-1431Fire House Tavern38 S. Vernon St., Sunbury (740) 965-2207Galena Diner13 W. Columbus St., Galena (740) 965-9357Mi Sombrero488 W. Cherry St., Sunbury (740) 965-1313The Mudflats Bar and Grille31 W. Columbus St., Galena (740) 965-5700Piranha’s Grill5192 Cheshire Rd., Galena (740) 549-3366PJ’S571 W. Cherry St., Sunbury (740) 965-2000Starbucks 7305 St. Rt. 37, Sunbury (740) 363-1808 Sunbury Grill38 E. Cherry St., Sunbury (740) 965-2900 Wah Yuen36 S. Vernon St., Sunbury (740) 965-3060 Whit’s Frozen Custard101 W. Cherry St., Sunbury (740) 965-1427

SHAWNEE HILLSBogey Bar & Grill6013 Glick Rd., Powell (at Shawnee Hills) (614) 766-1900El Vaquero9130 Dublin Rd., Shawnee Hills (614) 336-1128 Hella’s9346 Dublin Rd., Shawnee Hills (614) 792-5494 Iacono’s9303 Dublin Rd., Shawnee Hills (614) 766-0444 Jimmy V’s9215 Dublin Rd., Shawnee Hills (614) 659-9090 La Vaquera9215 Dublin Rd., Shawnee Hills (614) 336-1128 Morgan House5300 Glick Rd., Dublin (at Shawnee Hills) (614) 889-5703 Shanghai Lily6161 Glick Rd., Shawnee Hills (614) 789-9330

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Comfort Inn (740) 363-8869 • (800) 4Choice1251 Columbus PikeDelaware, OH 43015

Days Inn (740) 362-61597323 St. Rt. 37 E.Sunbury, OH 43074

Hampton Inn (740) 363-4700 • (800) HAMPTON7329 St. Rt. 36/37 (at I-71)Sunbury, OH 43074

Holiday Inn Express(740) 362-3036 • (888) HOLIDAY7301 E. St. Rt. 37Sunbury, OH 43074

NorthPointe Hotel and Conference Center(614) 880-4300 • (866) 233-9393100 Green Meadows Drive S., Lewis Center, OH 43035

Pacer Inn & Suites (740) 362-0050239 S. Sandusky St.Delaware, OH 43015

Travel Inn (740) 369-44211001 US Highway 23 N.Delaware, OH 43015

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Bed and BreakfastFor additional information and assistance in arranging conferences and group tours, please contact: The Delaware County Tourism Bureau (740) 368-4748 or 1-888-DEL-OHIOE-mail: info@visitdelohio.com • Web: www.visitdelohio.comBrochure listings are for informational purposes only and subject to change.

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