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MARION POPCORN FESTIVAL
ANNOUNCES WINNER OF TORO LAWN MOWER 

MARION, OH – On Monday, Marion Popcorn Festival Raffle Chairperson Marge Ferriman announced the winner of the raffle for the Zero Turn Toro Lawn Mower sponsored by Miller Lawn & Power Equipment.  Although the rain delayed the drawing until Sunday, festival organizers were still able complete the raffle.  This year’s winner, Dennis Carr, hails from Herrison, Tennesee and was very excited about his lucky ticket.   

Pictured in photo:          Winner:            Dennis Carr-seated on mower
                                    Sponsor:           Chuck Miller-Miller Lawn & Power Equipment
                                    Raffle Chair:     Marge Ferriman


 

WINNERS NAMED IN
THE MARION POPCORN FESTIVAL’S
FINE ARTS SHOW 

MARION, OH – Judging for the 27th annual Marion Popcorn Festival juried Fine Arts Show was held Wednesday night at Marion City Hall on West Center Street.   

Winning the coveted Best of Show was Jennifer McConnaughey with “Generations” in the photography category.  This honor brings with it a cash award of $100.   

The winner of the $25 Mid-Ohio Fine Arts Society Award was Kris Hyland Kolb with “Harmony” in the medium of photography. 

Cash awards and ribbons were also given to the first ($50), second ($25), and third ($10) place winners in each of four categories:  Painting (includes oil, acrylic, watercolor, and pastel); Drawing (pencil, ink, and charcoal); Other- Two Dimensional (photography); and Other – Three Dimensional (sculpture, glass, pottery, fiber, wood carving, mixed media, etc.).  Entries were judged on quality, creativity, and appearance.

Winners in the Painting category included:

First Place:   Beth Newcomer-“Tyler Murphy”-watercolor
Second Place:         Virginia Duffey-“Jim’s Hat”-pastel
Third Place:  Tim Gorenflo-“On A Clear Day”-oil Pastel
Merit:            Jay Johnston- “Jack Dempsey”-oil
Merit:            Barbara Fitzgerd-“Here I Am”-acrylic

Winners in the Drawing category:

First Place:   Betty Newcomer-“Paige Moslby”-scratch board
Second Place:         Carolle Neidhardt-“Old Wyatt House”-graphite
Third Place:  Michelle McCleary-“Erica”-colored pencil
Merit:            Michelle McCleary-“Lean”-graphite
Merit:            Tim Dickenson-“Let’s Play”-colored pencil

Winners in the Other – Two Dimensional category were:

First Place:   Matt McGraw-untitled-photography
Second Place:         Jim Hill-“Wamplers Lake”-photography
Third Place:  Joan Hatcher-“Live with Enthusiasm”-collage
Merit:            Kristi Line-“Mumbah”-photography
Merit:            Richard Kolb-“Jazz Hands”-photography

Winners in the Other – Three Dimensional category were:

First Place:   Linda Smith-“Dad”-mosaic quilt
Second Place:         Chris Saylor-“Visit To The Doctors”-metal scul
Third Place:  Joan Hatcher-“What Time Is It On Your Journey”-collage
Merit:            Carroll Neidhardt-“Storms’ Aftermath”-collage
Merit:            Deboral Welch-“Hawapi”-pottery

Those visiting the Fine Arts show will also be able to vote for the “People’s Choice” award.  That recognition will garner the recipient $50.   

The panel of judges who had the difficult task of determining the winners were Lew Lause, Lannette Davis, and Marie Denton.  Lew Lause, with forty-two years of experience in commercial photography, has studios in both downtown Marion and Lima, Ohio.  Lannette Davis, an artist, is the owner of “Lannette’s Art Loft” located above Davis Realty on Church Street in downtown Marion.  Marie Denton is a self taught artist and potter.  She is the owner of “Black Box Gallery” located in downtown Marion on Center Street. 

The Marion Popcorn Festival Fine Arts Show is sponsored by Badertscher Communications and is presented in conjunction with the Mid Ohio Fine Arts Society.  All artwork will be displayed throughout the entire Festival in a gallery-type atmosphere in the lobby of Marion’s City Hall.

 

WINDOWS POP THROUGHOUT MARION

MARION, OH – The winners of the Marion Popcorn Festival window-decorating contest were:

            First:                            Home Again Stained Glass
                                               198 West Center Street 

            Second:                       Red Door Boutique
                                               187 West Center Street (in Charleston Place) 

            Third:                          United Church Homes
                                               170 East Center Street 

Creators of the first place window received two Kernel seats for either Hells Bells on Thursday, country sensation Blake Shelton on Friday, or Gin Blossoms on Saturday, a blue ribbon; a rotating trophy, and a box of snacks from Wyandot.  Second and third place windows received ribbons and a box of snacks from Wyandot.

 

MARION POPCORN FESTIVAL
DISCOUNTED RIDE TICKETS AVAILABLE 

MARION, OH – Discounted tickets for the Marion Popcorn Festival amusement rides are on sale at all three Marion Sky Bank locations through Wednesday, September 5.

Sheets of 20 tickets will be available for a price of $12.00, and only full sheets of 20 tickets will be sold during the pre-Festival sale.  This is a significant savings over ticket prices purchased at the Festival, and Marion Popcorn Festival organizers are encouraging area families to purchase their ride tickets early for the best bargains.  During the Festival, sheets of 20 will be $15; 40 will be $28; and sheets of 60 will be $40.  

Burton Brothers will be handling the ride attractions at the 27th Marion Popcorn Festival, and all rides and attractions open each day at 11:00 a.m.  Various attractions require a different number of tickets.   

Sky Bank in Marion has three locations where tickets are available:  1200 Mt. Vernon Avenue, 150 South State Street, and 195 Barks Road. 

 

BRUSH UP YOUR ENTRIES FOR
THE MARION POPCORN FESTIVAL’S
FINE ARTS SHOW

MARION, OH – The Marion Popcorn Festival will once again present a Fine Arts Juried Show and Sale September 6, 7, and 8th in Marion City Hall on West Center Street.   

Artwork will be displayed in a gallery-type atmosphere, and all artists are invited to enter.  Many prizes will be awarded including $100 to the entry judged “Best of Show”.  Awards will be given to the first, second, and third place winners in each of four categories:  Painting (includes oil, acrylic, watercolor, and pastel); Drawing (pencil, ink, and charcoal); Other- Two Dimensional (photography); and Other – Three Dimensional (sculpture, glass, pottery, fiber, wood carving, mixed media, etc.).  Those pieces selected as winners of the People’s Choice and the Mid-Ohio Fine Art Society will also receive a cash award and ribbon. 

Entries will be judged on quality, creativity, and appearance.  Any original art medium is acceptable, but no kits, bazaar items, or commercial art will be accepted.  All work must be framed or ready for exhibition, and must remain on display at the Fine Arts Show for the duration of the Marion Popcorn Festival.   

The entry deadline is September 5 at 7:00 p.m.  Artists may enter their work in advance by picking up entry forms at the Marion Chamber of Commerce, by calling Tim Gorenflo at 740/361-0148 after 6:00 p.m., or by logging onto the Festival’s website at www.popcornfestival.com.  Artists may also enter at Marion City Hall Wednesday evening between 5:00 and 7:00 p.m.  However, absolutely no entries will be accepted after 7:00 p.m.  Due to space restrictions, this show must be limited to a maximum of 200 entries.   

The Marion Popcorn Festival Fine Arts Show is sponsored by Badertscher Communications in conjunction with The Mid-Ohio Fine Art Society.

 

MARION POPCORN FESTIVAL
SOFTBALL TOURNAMENT SET

 MARION, OH – The Marion Popcorn Festival 49 Plus Softball Tournament has been set for Saturday, September 8th, and Sunday, September 9th, at Garfield and Kennedy Parks.  If needed, additional games may be played on the preceding Tuesday or Wednesday evenings.

The tournament is open to any team whose members will be 49 or older by December 31, 2006.  Prizes will be awarded to the top three teams, and play will be a round-robin style tournament with games Saturday.  Sunday’s finals will begin at 1:00 p.m.  Rules from the 50 and Over League will be used for the tournament.  The entry fee is $75.00 per team and the deadline for registration is August 31, 2007.  For more information or to register, call Steve Romshe at 740-389-4565.

 

MARION POPCORN FESTIVAL
GOLF TOURNAMENT WINNERS 

MARION, OH – The Marion Popcorn Festival announced the winners of the golf tournament held Saturday, July 28, 2007 at Whetstone Golf Course.  Nabbing first- place honors of the 4-person scramble were Becky Sloat, Carl Sloat, Kelly McGowan, and Wayne Cook.  They received a choice of either golf jackets or Kernel Seat tickets to their choice of Hells Bells, an AC/DC Tribute Band, Blake Shelton, or Gin Blossoms.   

The second place team consisted of David Sinchak, Chris Widrig, Greg Martin, and Jeff Baldauf; while Adam Brinkman, Jack Mesaros, Chuck Oreweiler, and Eric Michel took third place.  Although some players came close, no one was able to take advantage of the $5,000 hole-in-one prize.   

The Marion Popcorn Festival Committee Co-Chair, Kevin Swart, expressed his appreciation of the following tee sponsors: Marion Independent Physicians Association, American Legion 584, Scharer Insurance, McDaniel Automotive, Sims Brothers, National City Bank, Marion Pallet, Marion Area Health Center, G & R Tavern, and Blue Streak Wash-N-Fill. 

Additional information regarding the Marion Popcorn Festival is available on line at www.popcornfestival.com. 

 

MARION POPCORN FESTIVAL
ANNOUNCES 2007 RAFFLE ITEMS

 MARION, OH – The Marion Popcorn Festival will be selling raffle tickets for a Zero Turn Toro Lawn Mower and a 2006 Yamaha Vino Red Classic Scooter during the three-day festival.  The Zero Turn Lawn Mower, with a forty-eight inch cut, is being sponsored by Miller Lawn & Power Equipment.  Thiel’s Wheels Harley-Davidson is sponsoring the 2006 Yamaha Vino Red Classic Scooter.  Two winning names will be drawn, with the first receiving their choice of the mower or scooter.

Raffle tickets will be available both before and during the festival at a cost of $10.00 per ticket or three tickets for
$25.00.   The raffle is open to all persons age 21 or older.  For specific details on the raffle items or to purchase advance tickets, call 740-389-5522 or visit the Marion Popcorn Festival website at www.popcornfestival.com.

 
 

MARION POPCORN FESTIVAL
5K Run 

MARION, OH – The Marion Popcorn Festival Popcorn 5000 5K run, a TAC Certified event, will be held Saturday, September 8, 2007.  Entry fees will be $12.00 prior to the pre-registration deadline of September 5, and $15.00 after deadline.   The first 100 pre-registered participants will receive T-shirts.  Check in and late registration begins at 7:30 a.m. on the day of the race, and the 5K run begins at 9:30 a.m.  Event held rain or shine.  This event is sponsored by Sissler & Associates, Smith Dairy, and Whirlpool Corporation, The Ohio State Bank, and Peacock Water. Plaques will be awarded to the overall top male and female runners and trophies will be awarded to the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place finishers in each age category. Walkers are also welcome for the 5K power walk.  First, second, and third-place finishers will receive trophies.

 

MARION POPCORN FESTIVAL

2nd Annual Cornhole Classic 

MARION, OH – The Marion Popcorn Festival will be hosting their Second Annual Cornhole Classic tournament on Saturday, September 8th.   Registration begins at 9:00 a.m. and tournament play starts at 12:00 p.m.  This event, sponsored by 3-D Concepts, Logan Tire, Lowe’s, and Rhodes Heating & Air Conditioning, will award cash prizes to the top teams.  The payouts will be based on the number of overall entries.  All teams will be guaranteed at least two games.  Entry fees are $30.00 per team, cash only, with registration on the day of the tournament. For more information e-mail axec2003@yahoo.com or look on line at www.popcornfestival.com. 

Cornhole is similar to horseshoes except you use wooden boxes called cornhole platforms and corn bags instead
of horseshoes and metal stakes. Contestants take turns pitching corn bags at the platform until a contestant reaches the score of 21 points. A corn bag in the hole scores 3 points, while one on the platform scores 1 point.
 

MARION POPCORN FESTIVAL
SENIOR CENTER ACTIVITIES 

MARION, OH – The Marion Senior Center is pleased to announce their location for the Marion Popcorn Festival.  The senior activities will be at a new location this year!   Conveniently located on the main floor of The Chamber of Commerce/Marion Can Do Building at 205 West Center Street.  Open from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. every day of the festival, this location will offer cold or hot drinks, popcorn, and a nice place to rest and visit with friends.  Please join us for our island activities including Pineapple Bingo, a Hawaiian Luau, a Make It & Take-It project, Tropical Trivia, Health Screenings and more!  Check out the schedule being published in the Center’s newsletter and online at www.marionseniorcenter.com  for more information on the times for the activities.  Sponsored by Marion General Hospital, United Church Homes, and Fairhaven Community, a variety of information regarding senior services will be available.

 
 

MARION POPCORN FESTIVAL
5K Run

MARION, OH – The Marion Popcorn Festival Popcorn 5000 5K run, a TAC Certified event, will be held Saturday, September 8, 2007.  Entry fees will be $12.00 prior to the pre-registration deadline of September 5, and $15.00 after deadline.   The first 100 pre-registered participants will receive T-shirts.  Check in and late registration begins at 7:30 a.m. on the day of the race, and the 5K run begins at 9:30 a.m.  Event held rain or shine. This event is sponsored by Sissler & Associates, Smith Dairy, and Whirlpool Corporation, The Ohio State Bank, and Peacock Water. 

Plaques will be awarded to the overall top male and female runners and trophies will be awarded to the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place finishers in each age category.

Walkers are also welcome for the 5K power walk.  First, second, and third-place finishers will receive trophies. 

Information and registration forms are available on line at www.popcornfestival.com and www.premierraces.com.  Contact Tammy Shirk at 740-387-4519 after 5:30 p.m. for additional information.