Installation of the 26′-diameter all-wood waterwheel at Rock Mill
CANCELED
Due to the high winds advisory, dropping temperature, rain, and electric outages in some areas, for everyone’s comfort and safety it has been decided to cancel tonight’s program. Attempts to reach those with reservations have been made by phone, email, and/or Facebook.
This Program Will Be Rescheduled
Those who had reservations will be given first option to reserve a seat at on the new date (to be announced).
Saturday, April 1, 2023
7:30 – 9:30 p.m.
“Rock Mill: Saving an Original”
Presentation, Video, and Q&A
On the Lawn
Stebelton Park at Rock Mill
1429 Rockmill Place NW
Lancaster, OH 43130
The program tells the story of the original decade-long effort to restore Rock Mill, a largely volunteer project that “became a symbol of the spirit of a community that believed preservation makes us all better people”. It first aired on PBS/WOSU-TV in July 2020. The inaugural Ed Lentz Prize was awarded to Lou Varga, Varga Communications, for the video production.
Grab a bag of fresh popcorn then settle in for the show! At 7:30, a brief introduction will be presented by Jack Campbell, our Interpretive Historian. Then, the video will be shown at dusk. Afterward, there will be 30 minutes for Q&As with Lou Varga.
Free, family-friendly program. Seating is limited. To reserve seats, send the names of those who wish to attend to Miranda Cain at education@fairfieldcountyparks.org.
Because parking close to the mill is limited, most guests will be directed to Parking Lot #2 on the hill. Wear comfortable walking shoes. If possible, please carpool with friends or family who will also be attending. Because the program will end well after dark, you may want to bring a flashlight for the walk back to the parking lot.
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REMINDERS
What to Bring
Bring your own drinking water. Potable water is not available at this location. If you plan to spend time at the park before the program, depending on weather conditions and the time of year, you may want to bring sunscreen and/or insect repellent.
Pets
Please DO NOT BRING PETS to this program. Although pets are normally allowed at the park, because it will be after dark, there will be temporary seating, wiring will be run for the video equipment, etc., we ask that you do not bring them to this event.
If Severe Weather is Forecast
If severe weather is forecast or before traveling a long distance to attend, it is recommended you check to be sure the program has not been canceled, postponed, or rescheduled. It is best to check the program in the Events section of our Facebook page, our website’s Calendar of Events, or call 740 652-4422 or 614 321-4833 ext 103.
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