- The shops - Roscoe Village is full of cute little shops to visit. The town is always changing, so each time you visit, there may be someplace new to explore. Medbury Marketplace is one of the newest shops and is a great place to find bulk food that you may not find anywhere else. I have found unique spices, cheese, chocolates, and teas to buy. They also have a deli counter and an ice cream shop in the back. There is also a fairly new candy shop that is full of cool sweets. I just bought four packs of candy cigarettes, which I haven't had since the late eighties.
- The history - Roscoe Village is full of history. The main street is full of historical buildings complete with staff members who demonstrate how tasks were completed in the past. The tickets cost extra, but if you like history, you might enjoy seeing the smithy, doctor's office, print shop, and school house, among others.
- The canal boat - Roscoe Village has its very own canal boat. Tickets are available to take a ride near the village to see how the people of the past lived and hauled cargo.
- The restaurants - Roscoe Village has two great restaurants that you will want to try. Uncorked, Roscoe's own wine and coffee bar, is a great place to buy wine, but also a great place to have lunch. Along with their signature beverages, they serve, appetizers, salads, pizzas, and sandwiches. I always like to get the flatbread cheese pizza. The restaurant also has live bands on occasion. The other restaurant is the Warehouse. The interior is really neat, with its dark wood walls. The food is also really good. My mother enjoys several of the sandwiches, while I like the mac and cheese and the Old Man and the Cheese Pizza.
- The Fall Festival/Apple Butter Stirring - In October, Roscoe Village is packed with people checking out the festival. They make homemade apple butter (yum!) available for purchase. The street is also full of booths and crafters. It is a great place to find some handmade jewelry, Christmas ornaments, or seasonal crafts. There are also a few food booths, because this is the wrong weekend to try to get into a Roscoe restaurant, unless you enjoy waiting a long time for a table. My mom and I try to visit this festival every year.
- The Christmas Tree Lighting - I have only attended the lighting once, but it is a cool experience. Unlike the fall festival, the lighting takes place in the evening. A huge tree is lit, cocoa is drank, carols are sung, and the street just looks magical.
- Nature - Roscoe Village must have some great gardeners. The flowers and shrubs always look great. There are many places to stop and take photos. If flowers aren't your thing, head toward the parking lot and take the trail along the water. It is a picturesque walk.
- Proximity to Coshocton - after you've experienced Roscoe Village, check out Coshocton. There are many fast food restaurants, if you are still hungry. Also, if you are around during the summer, check out the Lake Park Aquatic Complex to go swimming. Nearby Clary Gardens is also a pretty spot to stop and take a walk and take photos (and it's free!). A few miles down the road is the Unusual Junction - a shopping complex in a train! They have a bulk food store, along with some crafts, plus a small restaurant. Attached is Universal Bride, a great place to find a wedding or prom dress. I got my wedding dress there. Across the road from the Junction is Raven's Glenn Winery. It is great for wine tasting or a really nice meal with someone special.
So, there you have it, eighth reasons to check out Roscoe Village. See you there soon!
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