The following local meetings and events are scheduled. Much of this calendar is courtesy of Fayette County Travel & Tourism:

Metropolitan Housing Authority to hold meeting – Oct. 2

The Fayette Metropolitan Housing Authority will be having its regular quarterly and annual meeting on Oct. 2, at 2:30 p.m. at the County Commissioners Building, 133 S. Main St. 4th Floor, Washington C.H.

Retired Teachers Association meeting – Oct. 3

The next meeting of the Fayette County Retired Teachers Association will be held on Thursday, Oct. 3 at Grace Methodist Church. The social hour will begin at 11 a.m., lunch will be served at noon, and a program will follow at 1 p.m. The program will include a memorial service for all members who passed away this past year, a 50/50 Raffle, and a brief message from ORTA Representative. Lunch is $13 and reservations may be made up until the Friday before to Elise Garringer.

Live Music at the Elks – Oct. 4

Let the good times roll at the Elks Lodge #129 in Washington Court House, Ohio with live music from the Naked Karate Girls. Food trucks, beer garden and dance the night away. The event will run from 5:30-10 p.m. Food trucks will be on hand from 6-9 p.m.

“A Light in the Dark” Glow Walk – Oct. 5

Save the Date for the second annual “Light in the Dark” Glow Walk for Suicide Prevention Awareness. The event will take place on Saturday, Oct. 5 at 7 p.m. at Tony’s Welding and Fabrication Stadium, Miami Trace Local Schools.

Peterson Fall Fest – Oct. 6

State Rep. Bob Peterson invites the community out to his farm for the annual Peterson Fall Fest on Sunday, Oct. 6, 4-7 p.m. There will be plenty of fun for the whole family including hayrides, pumpkin chunkin’, cider pressing, kettle corn over the fire, pumpkin smashing, warm donuts and bbq. The cost is $25/person or $50/family. The Peterson Farm is located at 5564 Grassy Branch Rd, Sabina.

Fayette County & Communities Thoroughfare Plan Steering Committee Meeting – Oct. 7

The next meeting of the Fayette County & Communities Thoroughfare Plan Steering Committee, Key Corridors, will be held at 2 p.m at the Evelyn Pentzer Meeting Room, 101 E. East St., in Washington C.H. At this meeting, they will review and discuss the draft plan recommendations.

Board of DD monthly meeting – Oct. 9

The Fayette County Board of Developmental Disabilities will hold its regular monthly board meeting at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 9. The October board meeting will be held at the Starting Gate School on Leesburg Avenue in Washington C.H. Anyone wishing more information, please notify the board president seven days in advance of the meeting. This can be done by calling 740-335-7453.

Yoga on the Patio – Oct. 10

Come join Indigo Roots for some outdoor yoga on the patio at Salty Broads! ** Rain location is inside Indigo Roots. The event will take place at 216 E. Court St. at 7 p.m.

Cooking and Nutrition Classes – Oct. 11

Join the Fayette County Family YMCA for their upcoming Cooking and Nutrition Classes with OSU Fayette Extension! These classes are free and open to the public, so bring your friends and family for some delicious learning. The event will run from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Deer Creek Trail Runs – Greenswell – Oct. 12

We love trail running! Join Deer Creek Trail Runs on Saturday, October 12 for the inaugural Deer Creek Trail Runs! There will be 3 distances: 5 mile, 9 mile, and 18 mile trail runs. The scenic trail course along the Deer Creek Reservoir features everything for the trail enthusiast – single track trails, rolling course, dry and wet stream bed crossings, and shaded wooded course. The course consist of 98% natural trail and includes some great views of the Deer Creek Reservoir. 2024 marks Greenswell’s 20th year of organizing trail runs and our goal is to continue to build and grow the trail running community in Ohio! The event will run from 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

Fae(Yette) Festival – Oct. 12

Have a great afternoon doing all things fairy related, from Yoga to Mushroom Painting, it’s a great way to spend the day! The event will take place at 216 E. Court St. from 12-6 p.m.

Top Guns Shooting Competition – Oct. 12

This shooting competition, hosted by A4F Tactical, will begin with a check-in at 7:30 a.m. and the event will end at 3:30 p.m. There will be a variety of shooting competitions to take place. Trophies will be handed out to first, second and third place for each bracket including the pastor shoot. The cost is $39.99 to enter. Pastors and preachers are free to enter the competition and spectators are free. The location is 10886 US Hwy 62 in Mount Sterling.

Golf Outing – Oct. 19

Tee time! Support the Fayette County Cancer Support Foundation and put a team together for their first annual Golf Outing! All proceeds from the outing support cancer patients living in Fayette County. Registration is at 8 a.m. and tee time is 9 a.m.

Veterans Service Commission veteran roundtable discussion – Oct. 21

The Fayette County Veterans Service Commission is holding a Veteran Roundtable discussion on Oct. 21, at 6 p.m at the Pentzer Meeting Room, 107 E. East St., Washington C.H., to talk about connecting with other veteran organizations, understanding what veteran organizations do, exchange ideas on how to best serve veterans and their families, and give veterans an opportunity to ask questions.

Treats & Treasures at the Mall – Oct. 22

Mark your calendars for a spooktacular time at Destination Outlets! Bring your little ghouls and goblins to “Treats and Treasures” where they’ll collect goodies and treasures as they go store-to-store. What to Expect: -Trick-or-Treating throughout the mall -Exciting treasures at every stop -Pumpkin Painting -Balloon artist -Safe and family-friendly fun -Come in costume and snap photos at Destination Outlets! -A Chinese auction you can participate in with a purchase of $25 at any store during Trick or Treat Don’t miss out on this fang-tastic event! The event will run from 4:30-6:30 p.m.

Jack-O-Lantern Jubilee – Oct. 24

The Blue Lions are putting a fresh new spin on their Halloween celebrations! On Thursday, Oct. 24 from 5:30-7:00 p.m., the Washington High School cafeteria will be transformed into a festive space for kids to showcase their creative costumes, enjoy sweet treats, and vote on their favorite pumpkin artwork! They need your help to make this event a success! If your business or organization would like to join them for a fun opportunity to engage with the community this fall, contact the school social worker, Mrs. Bailey Huff, at [email protected] or call 740-335-1810 to get involved!

Cooking and Nutrition Classes – Oct. 25

Join the Fayette County Family YMCA for their upcoming Cooking and Nutrition Classes with OSU Fayette Extension! These classes are free and open to the public, so bring your friends and family for some delicious learning. The event will run from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Trunk or Treat – Oct. 29

Trunk or Treat at the Fayette County Family YMCA. The event will run from 6-8 p.m.

WCH Trick or Treat – Oct. 31

Join Washington C.H. for Trick or Treat night from 6-8 p.m.

Beggars Night in Jeffersonville – Oct. 31

Join Jeffersonville for Trick or Treat night from 6-8 p.m.