Red, White & YOU Block Party
| Saturday July 4, 2026 | |
| 11:00 | DOWNTOWN CELEBRATION BEGINS! |
| 12:00 | Freedom Bells – nationwide, synchronized bell-tolling event |
| 12:05 | Reading of Declaration of Independence |
| 12:15 | Logan Community Band Performance |
| 1:00 | Patriotic Pooch Parade – by the Republican Women’s Club |
| 1:30 | Kids Games & Activities – Meet at Worthington Park |
| 2:00 | |
Coloring Contest Voting
Voting has begun for the Coloring Contest. Please go to https://america250.hocking.info/coloring-contest-voting to cast your vote!
Winners will be announced at the April 30th Commissioners meeting and streamed live on the Hocking County Commissioners Facebook Page
The Victor Samalot Duo celebrates 100 years of Americana

Date: October 17, 2026
Time: 2:00 PM
Location: Logan-Hocking County District Library
Address: 230 East Main Street, Logan, Ohio 43138
“Get your kicks” through essential road music including the Bobby Troup classic ‘Route 66’, along with visuals and backstories of one of America’s most iconic highways. Learn the rich history, cultural impact, the kitschy cool nostalgia and must do travel tips along the way! Sure to entertain and inspire reading lists, play-lists and perhaps spark your “bucket list” road trip! Let’s go!!
Victor Samalot Duo – "Latin Heart, Rock Soul, Jazz Spirit
Cleveland guitarist Victor Samalot teams up with multi-instrumentalist and vocalist Bobbi Holt to form the Victor Samalot Duo. Their sets feature original music, inventive covers, and improvisations, blending instrumentals and classic vocal favorites with a Latin twist. Bobbi, longtime collaborator of Victor, adds bass and vocals to his organic rhythms. A former co-founder of Rare Blend and creator of Mind Lab Music, she brings genre-crossing experience to the duo’s vibrant sound.
Hocking County Celebrates America 250 with "Grease" Night!

Join us for a nostalgic 250th anniversary celebration at the historic Logan Theater on March 27, 2026, at 6:00 PM! Enjoy a free family night featuring the1978 hit movie Grease, showcasing the talent of Ohio native and Columbus-born actress Dody Goodman as "Blanche." Relive the classic musical in a historic setting!
Event Details:
What: Hocking County America 250 Family Night: Grease Screening
When: March 27, 2026, at 6:00 PM
Where: The Historic Logan Theater, Logan, Ohio
Featuring: 1978's Grease (starring Ohio's own Dody Goodman)
Admission: Free/Family Friendly
Celebrate our nation's history and Ohio's connection to Hollywood! Dress in1950s attire to win prizes. Don't miss this special, one-night-only event!
Coloring Contest

Hocking County invites students in grades K-8 to celebrate America's 250th anniversary through a creative coloring and art contest. Running alongside national initiatives, this local effort encourages youth to showcase what American history and freedom mean to them, with winning designs potentially featured locally beginning early June 2026.
Contest Rules & Guidelines
- One entry per student
- Pages may be colored using any type of media, except paint
- On the back of the entry please include: Child's Name, Age, School, Teacher's Name
- Entries must be submitted to Chad Grow.
Winners by category will be announced in the Hocking County Commissioners meeting on April 30, 2026 (watch live on Facebook!).
Prizes will be awarded!


America 250 Apparel
America 250 apparel featuring the winning logo created by Seth Travis is now available.
https://hawksnestlogan.com/HCAmerica250/shop/home
Profits from the sales will help fund all of the America 250 events for Hocking County in 2026.

T-Shirt Design Voting
The voting for the final four shirt designs has started. Please go vote for your favorite. Limit 1 vote per person. Duplicate votes will not be counted.
America 250 T-Shirt Design Contest Rules and Regulations
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Monthly Events
January - Ohio's First & Originals
February - Ohio Works: Innovation, Business & Work
March - Ohio Entertains: Music, Entertainment, Movies
April - Ohio Moves: Transportation
May - Ohio Creates: Arts, Culture, Literature
June - Ohio Outdoors: Parks & Natural Resources
July - Ohio Gathers: Statewide Homecoming & Picnics






