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4 Spring Activities You Can Drive to Near Heath, OH

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There are a lot of great events going on within easy driving distance of Heath, OH this season. You're going to love getting in your new Ford F-150 XLT and using its advanced features like lane-keeping assist. It's going to make chasing down these upcoming spring activities even more fun. Here are some of the fun and unique events we're most looking forward to right now.

1. Made Local Spring Event

Local artisans, live musicians, and a tarot card reader will be joining vendors for a spring event. This shopping will be available at the historic Granville Inn, just 8 miles from downtown Heath. It's located at 314 E Broadway and will be in the carriage house and courtyard. The event is free to attend.

The band Bourbon Legend will play on the patio from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm if the spring weather permits. The event is on Thursday, April 27th from 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm.

2. American Roots and Bluegrass Ensemble Spring Concert

Friday, April 28th at 7:00 pm you'll want to head to Swasey Chapel. You'll find it just under 10 miles from downtown Heath at 200 Chapel Dr. in Granville. The Denison University American Roots Music Ensemble will be playing a spring tribute to Bluegrass.

You can expect to hear tributes to the best from the 1960s through the 1980s. Inspiration will be pulled from legends like Linda Ronstadt, Dolly Parton, and Tammy Wynette. You do not need a ticket in order to attend this event.

3. Arbor Day Festival

Just 5 miles from downtown Heath is The Dawes Arboretum. On April 29 there will be free admission to the arboretum for anyone attending the Arbor Day Festival. The festival is taking place from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm at 7770 Jacksontown Rd in Newark.

There will be celebrations for all things trees with activities, demonstrations from plant experts, and tree climbers. There will also be live music and food trucks. This family-friendly event will be giving away tree seedlings while they last. This event is sponsored by Park National Bank.

4. Fairy Trail Party

Infirmary Mound Park is having a Fairy Trail Party on Sunday, May 6 from 12 pm to 3 pm. Infirmary Mound Park is at 4309 Lancaster Rd in Granville, just under six miles from downtown Heath.

Attendees will be walking the Wildflower Trail area to see the spring blooms and fairy houses along the way. There will be snacks for a fairy picnic and face painting. You can also ride a horse-drawn carriage, do crafts, and maybe meet a unicorn. Attendees are welcome to dress in their fairy best.

There is so much fun to be had this spring. It'll be all the more fun if you're in a brand-new vehicle. Visit Coughlin Ford of Heath now to see our inventory of new cars. 

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