July 2012 Issue July 2012 Issue

A Song Shall Rise
The World Choir Games make their American debut in Cincinnati.

Strike Up the Band
The Ohio State Fair offers a host of concerts for all ages and musical tastes.

Heaven in a Cone
When the temperature soars, we crave ice cream, in all its sweet, frozen glory. 

More Than a Dwelling Place
An Ohio couple realizes their longtime dream to build a universal design living laboratory.

Gearing Up for Good Times
Cruise in to Ohio car shows to see some amazing wheels.

July 2012 Digest
New attractions at the Ohio State Fair, hiking's added benefits, a path to geological history.

Messages From the Past
The Ancient Ohio Trail makes it easier to visit and learn about the state’s earthworks.

My Ohio: Jewels of the Night
Nothing brings back memories of summer like the sight of fireflies blinking signals in the dark.

Time Travel
History events abound throughout the Buckeye State this summer.

All Aboard!
Check out the scenery from the Nelsonville-based Hocking Valley Scenic Railway , which offers regular and special seasonal excursions throughout the year.

Creative Spirit
The natural beauty and easy pace of Ohio’s Appalachia inspires a thriving arts enclave that continues to grow. 

Food for Thought
Get a taste of summer at Akron’s markets, farms and festivals.

Fun-tastic Adventures
Toledo’s parks, museums and attractions provide hours of entertainment for children of all ages. 

Grown-Up Getaway
Take a trip to Indiana for outdoor adventure, top-notch arts and entertainment and charming towns with accommodations ranging from quaint and cozy to posh and elegant.

Hometown Tour
Ohio Magazine’s Best Hometowns — Archbold, Hilliard, Lebanon, Nelsonville and Oberlin — offer an array of attractions, from downtowns with restaurants and shopping to living-history villages, music productions and summer festivals.

World View
Travel the globe by way of Cleveland’s ethnic festivals.

My Ohio: Jewels of the Night
Nothing brings back memories of summer like the sight of fireflies blinking signals in the dark.