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WRABA Burton Events 2011

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Burton Century Village Burton, Ohio

Below are listed the events that WRABA will be participating in at Burton Century Village in Burton Ohio. We do blacksmithing demonstrations at each of these events in the working forge area and help with answering questions about the old blacksmith shop. This is a great way to raise the public's awareness of the art and craft of blacksmithing as well as generating interest in our organization and attracting new members. We also hold a raffle of member donated works to raise money for the club and for maintenance of the facilities at Burton. There is an opportunity for members to display their work and sell items on a limited basis.

Please volunteer to help

We are always in need of volunteers to work in the booth, sell raffle tickets, and do demos. If you can commit to a time and date please contact Bob Temple and let him know, or you can just show up and join in at any time. If you can't attend please consider donating items for the raffle as we are always in need of new items. Some examples of popular items are, candle holders, fire pokers, hook sets, letter openers etc.

2012 Schedule

Pancake Breakfasts:
March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 2012

A Geauga County tradition! All you can eat pancakes featuring our very own fresh maple syrup. Hours are 9am - 2pm.
Adults: $7.00/Kids 6-12: $4.00
Civil War Reenactment:
May 26-27, 2012*

Commemorate the four-year 150th anniversary of the Civil War! Reenactors will be in authentic period dress. This year is our 28th annual Reenactment and we will be featuring our Historic Artisans, artillery battles, education programs, and traditional music. Hours are 10am - 5pm. General Admission: Adults: $7.00, Kids 6-12: $4.00, Golden Buckeye: $6.00, Members & Children 5 and under are FREE. Reenactors: Call 440-834-1492 for a registration form or click: registration form to download one now.
Ohio Chautauqua:
July 3-7, 2012

A week-long program series featuring our theme “When Ohio Was The Western Frontier.” The troupe features naturalist and folk legend Johnny Appleseed, frontier aristocrat Margaret Blennerhassett, Iroquois leader Chief John Logan, Lewis & Clark expedition member York, and hero of the Battle of Lake Erie Oliver Hazard Perry. Each character has a different story to tell about the Ohio frontier, and all the stories are fascinating! Admission is FREE!
Pioneer School:
July 9-13, 2012

In this, our 40th year of hosting Pioneer School, children ages 8 to 12 will experience pioneer life in the Western Reserve, from handicrafts and music to food preparation. As our 40th Anniversary, this year is going to be huge for us! Keep in touch to find out all we have planned for this Pioneer School milestone!Members: $90.00 / Non Members: $110.00
Antique Power and Steam Equipment Show:
July 27-29, 2012*

Fascinating exhibition and demonstration of several hundred steam and other power-driven machines that lead our Industrial and Agricultural Revolution. Hours are 10am - 5pm.
Raccoon County Music Festival:
August 11, 2012*

Day-long celebration of traditional music from bluegrass to Cajun performed by the area’s best musicians. Hours are Noon - 8pm.
Adults: $10.00/Kids 6-12: $4.00
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Apple Butter Festival:
October 13-14, 2011*

64 years of tradition simmers in copper kettles right before your eyes. Artisans, children's activities, demonstrations, music and much more. Hours are 10am - 5pm.
Adults: $7.00/Kids 6-12: $4.00

Contact: Bob Temple 330-889-3952
drbobcatt@netscape.net
www.wraba.com

WRABA Burton Events 2011

At

Burton Century Village Burton, Ohio

2012 Schedule

Pancake Breakfasts:

Civil War Reenactment:

Ohio Chautauqua:

Pioneer School:

Antique Power and Steam Equipment Show:

Raccoon County Music Festival:

Apple Butter Festival: