Being in Wayne County we went from the village of Newark to Lyons, another destination along the Erie Canal. It was there that I met Lyons Main Street Program Manager, Jerry M. Ashley. He and his partner moved from California having spotted a fabulous old home and friendly town.
We took a walk on Williams Street to see the Ohmann Theatre, which was originally built in 1915 by Burt Ohmann. After going through renovations the theatre still keeps its old time charm. The theatre is primarily used as a movie venue, but you can find live entertainment every so often.
With the mural sensation going on along the canal, Lyons has their murals decided, instead to have theirs in the village itself on sides and fronts of buildings.
Two of the major events are Peppermint Days and Pumpkin Palooza. The peppermint thing is related to the for H.G. Hotchkiss Factory. How far can a pumpkin be tossed from a cherry picker?
As for the canal, there is always someone there to great the boaters. Hook ups are free of charge and the Fire Department provides restrooms and showers.
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