With crisp breezes and colorful foliage, autumn in Ohio is prime time for festivals. Check out the homespun fun and hearty food at these fiber and apple events.
49th Annual Johnny Appleseed Festival
Local organization serves up apple specialties on Lisbon’s historic village square. Sept. 17-18, 2016, Lisbon. 330-424-1803; Website
43rd Annual Johnny Appleseed Festival
Enjoy splendid country scenery and scrumptious Apple Butter Barbecue Ribs. Sept. 24-25, 2016, at Mapleside Farms, Brunswick. 330-225-5577; Website
Athens Area Fiber Faire
“Ewe” will not be disappointed by its array of fiber classes and fiber-related merchandise. Oct. 1-2, 2016, at Athens Community Center, Athens. Website
Sauder Village Fiber Arts Fest
Watch spinning, weaving, crocheting, and tatting demonstrations. Oct. 1-2, 2016, at Sauder Village, Archbold. 800-590-9755; Website
Johnny Appleseed Festival
A big red barn and other historic buildings set the stage for old-fashioned craft demonstrations and making apple butter and cider. Oct. 1-2, 2016, at AuGlaize Village & Farm Museum, Defiance. Website
Autumn Fiber Festival
Shop for everything from raw fibers to finished fiber goods. Oct. 15, 2016, at the Ashland County Fairgrounds, Ashland. Website