Support the Uhrichsville Veterans Memorial by Buying a Brick

Uhrichsville Veterans Memorial Brick Sale. Show your support by purchasing a brick to honor your military loved ones. Only $50 for up to 3 lines of text. Limited number to purchase! Act now! For more information, contact Project Coordinator: Ann Nalley at 740.202.2122 or PM her on Facebook.

Jul – Dec 31 Historic Photos of Roscoe Village, a New Exhibit at The Johnson-Humrickhouse Museum

Step into a journey through time and witness the remarkable transformation of Roscoe Village, Ohio captured through historic photographs from the late 1800 and early 1900s alongside vivid portrayals of its 1970s restoration. Tucked away in the heart of Ohio’s picturesque countryside, Roscoe Village stands as a testament to the enduring spirit of preservation and revitalization. From July – December 31st, visitors of the JHM will be transported back to an era of horse-drawn carriages and bustling canal commerce and can glimpse into the everyday lives of Roscoe’s inhabitants, from merchants and craftsmen to families and travelers.  Images capture the monumental efforts undertaken in the 1970s to breathe new life into Roscoe Village. Witness the dedication and passion of the community as they embarked on a journey to restore the grandeur of this historic gem. See the photographs where the past and present converge to celebrate the enduring spirit of Roscoe Village. Prints of the photos on display will be available for purchase during the show. JHM is located in Historic Roscoe Village, 300 North Whitewoman Street, Coshocton. For more information, Call, 740.622.8710 or email: jhmuseum@jhmuseum.org.

Dec 9 Cleveland Clinic Union Hospital A1c Screening

The Cleveland Clinic Union Hospital A1c Screening will take place on Monday, December 9th from 10 am -12 Noon at Bolivar Library, 455 Water Street, Bolivar.  Management of blood sugar is key in reducing the health complications of diabetes. This finger stick screening test measures your average blood sugar over the past 2 to 3 months.  It is a non-fasting test. The cost is $5. (Cash or check only). To register, Call 330.602.0779 or Visit: unionhospital.org/events  to see a full list of Cleveland Clinic Union Hospital community events.

Dec 11 Food on the Fly hosted by Schoenbrunn Moravian Church

Food on the Fly is “just drive thru and pick up” (Curb Service Only) that takes place on the 2nd Wednesday of each month. Wednesday, December 11th from 4:30 – 6 pm is a Swiss Steak dinner that includes 2 sides (Choice of mashed potatoes, mac/cheese, green beans or corn) + a dinner roll and dessert for $10.00 a meal.The Schoenbrunn Moravian Church is located at 2200 East High Avenue, New Philadelphia.

Dec 12 Cleveland Clinic Union Hospital Cholesterol Screening

Cleveland Clinic Union Hospital is offering a Cholesterol Screening on Thursday, December 12th from 9 – 11 am at Tuscarawas County Senior Center, 425 Prospect Street, Dover.  Cholesterol Screening is a 5-minute instant screening that tests for total cholesterol, good (HDL) and bad (LDL) cholesterol, as well as triglycerides and blood sugar. Most accurate results with a 12-hour fast. The cost is $9.00 (Cash or check only). To register, call 330.602.0779 or contact: unionhospital.org/events to see a full list of Cleveland Clinic Union Hospital community events.

Dec 12 The Tuscarawas County Literacy Coalition Annual Meeting

The Tuscarawas County Literacy Coalition invites the community to join them for their Annual Meeting on Thursday, December 12, 2024, in the Community Room at the Dover Public Library. The event begins with cookies and refreshments at 4:00PM, followed by the meeting at 4:30PM. The Annual Meeting will cover 2024 reports and discuss TCLC’s impactful initiatives and upcoming plans, including A recap of the 2024 One Book, One Community program Announcement of the One Book, One Community 2025 title and partnerships, Tutoring resources available through Dover Public Library and Tuscarawas County Public Library System – Bolivar location, Details of the Community Shred Day fundraising event in August, And Tuscarawas County Literacy Coalition’s 2025 Literacy Scholarship The Tuscarawas County Literacy Coalition is supporting the Share-A-Christmas program this year through a book nation campaign. Members can receive $5 off their 2025 TCLC membership by donating a new children’s book at the Annual Meeting. All books collected will support Share-A-Christmas and benefit local children in need. TCLC looks forward to celebrating literacy and community engagement on Thursday, December 12, starting at 4:00PM in the Community Room at the Dover Public Library. For more information, please contact Tuscarawas County Literacy Coalition at tuscarawasliteracy@gmail.com

Dec 13 Deposits for the Mineral City Volunteer Fire Department Bus Trip to Ground Zero in February 2025                                            
Mineral City Volunteer Fire Department invites the public to join them for a bus trip to Ground Zero. Mineral City Firefighters are hosting a bus trip to New York City and Ground Zero this winter.  Deposits for the February trip are due by December 13th. The trip includes round trip bus transportation, 2 nights in the Hilton Meadowlands (NJ), dinner at Puglia NYC Italian restaurant in the heart of Manhattan’s Little Italy, as well as visits to the 9/11 Memorial and Museum, One World Observatory, The Statue of Liberty, and Ellis Island, Rockefeller Center and Time Square as well as a horse drawn carriage ride in Central Park and more! Full information can be found on the Mineral City Volunteer Fire Department Facebook Page or by visiting the make a payment section at TravelingClassrooms.com. The trip is limited to ages 18+, and seats are filled on a first-paid-basis.

Dec 14 Christmas Cookie Walk hosted by Barrs Mill Church of God

Barrs Mill Church of God will host a Cookie Walk on Saturday, December 14th from 9 am – 12 Noon at the Church located at 4677 State Route 93 NW, Sugarcreek. Fill your own box for $10.00 per pound. (boxes provided). Call 330.852.2508 for more information.    

Dec 14 Christmas Cookie Bake Sale hosted by Freeport Church of the Rock

Freeport Church of the Rock Cookie Bake sale will take place on Saturday December 14th from 9 am – 1 pm at the Church located at 222 High Street, Freeport. Breakfast and lunch will be served for a Love Offering. Homemade cookies – $4.00/Dozen. Homemade candies $4.00/Bag

Dec 14 Market Beef Tag-In Scheduled; 2025 Ohio State Fair Beef DNA Sample Kits Available

4-H and FFA youth interested in exhibiting a market beef animal at the 2025 Tuscarawas County Fair will need to present their animal at market beef tag-in on Saturday, December 14th from 9 am – 12 Noon in the Main Show Arena at the Tuscarawas County Fairgrounds. There is NO make-up date. NO pre-registration is needed. More detailed information can be found at https://go.osu.edu/tuscanimalsciences.   The Ohio State Fair REQUIRES ALL market beef entered in the 2025 Ohio State Fair to have individual DNA samples taken from each animal that may potentially be entered. These DNA samples MUST BE  in the possession  of the Ohio State Fair by January 15, 2025; (this is NOT a postmark date!). DNA Sample Kits WILL BE available at beef tag-in for those interested in going to the State Fair. Please contact Andrea Hershey at a.hershey@expo.ohio.gov with any questions pertaining to the DNA sampling process. A Tuscarawas County Extension professional WILL NEED to sign the collection envelope (FFA advisor will sign for FFA members) and 4-H members ARE responsible for mailing sample(s) to the Ohio State Fair.        

Dec 14 Strasburg’s Christmas In The Village

Christmas In The Village at Strasburg will take place on Saturday, December 14th. Rudolph 5K Run will take place at 10 am at Strasburg Elementary School. The Christmas Parade will step off at 4 pm at Bodmer Avenue. Visit with Santa from 5 – 7 pm at the Strasburg Fire Station. There will be a Live Nativity from 5 – 7 pm at 516 North Wooster Avenue. There will be Free Refreshments, Christmas Music and Gifts for Children.

Dec 14 Gift Wrapping Service During Christmas in the Village

Cub Scout Pack 72 and Boy Scout Troop 72 of Strasburg are providing a gift-wrapping service on Saturday, December 14, 2024, from 12pm to 3pm at St. John United Church of Christ, 516 N. Wooster Ave. Strasburg during the community’s ‘Christmas in the Village.’ Bring your gifts to St. John UCC social hall, choose from our holiday paper and labels or bring your own, and the Scouts will assist their Parents in wrapping your gifts. You may drop off and return by the end of the event or stay and visit Scouts on-site. Light refreshments and activities will be provided. Free-will donations are appreciated but not required. Donations of wrapping paper is greatly appreciated and can be dropped off at St. John UCC during office hours Tues., Thurs., and Fri. 9am to 5pm. Contact Michele Randolph at 330-878-5393 with questions.

Dec 14 Village of Midvale 4th Annual Old-Fashioned Christmas

The Village of Midvale’s Old Fashioned Christmas activities will take place on Saturday, December 14th from 3 – 6 pm at the Midvale Town Square, Methodist Church & Village Hall. There will be local businesses and organizations represented. They will have Food, Crafters, Kid’s Games and Face Painting. A Photo opportunity with Santa & Mrs Claus will be available from 3:30 – 5:30 pm. Enjoy live Christmas Music in the Midvale Methodist Church from 5:30 – 6 pm. Watch the Tree Lighting Ceremony at 6 pm in the Square.

Dec 15 Coshocton Community Choir To Share Abridged Christmas Concert in Newcomerstown

The 90-voice Coshocton Community Choir, including auditioned singers from 11 Ohio counties, will share selections from its Christmas concert, “In Endless Light,” at 7:00 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 15, 2024 at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 121 S. College St., Newcomerstown, Ohio. The concert will feature a selection of sacred choral music, including arrangements and settings of familiar hymns, classical and popular works, spirituals and more. Concert admission is free, however a free-will offering will be accepted.

Dec 16 Cleveland Clinic Union Hospital A1c Screening

The Cleveland Clinic Union Hospital A1c Screening will take place on Monday December 16th from 8 – 10 am at Cleveland Clinic Union Hospital Orthopedic Surgery, 515 Union Avenue: Suite 167, Dover.  Management of blood sugar is key in reducing the health complications of diabetes. This finger stick screening test measures your average blood sugar over the past 2 to 3 months.  It is a non-fasting test. The cost is $5. (Cash or check only). To register, Call 330.602.0779 or Visit: unionhospital.org/events see a full list of Cleveland Clinic Union Hospital community events.

Dec 16 New Philadelphia High School Choral Department Annual Christmas Concert

The New Philadelphia High School Choral Department will be presenting its annual Christmas Concert on Monday, December 16th at 6:30 p.m. at the First Baptist Church. This concert will feature holiday favorites performed by all seven of the high school choirs, and is sure to put you in a festive mood for Christmas! Admission is free, and we hope that you will come and join us for an evening of great music.

Dec 18 Cleveland Clinic Union Hospital A1c Screening

The Cleveland Clinic Union Hospital A1c Screening will take place on Wednesday, December 18th from 8 – 10 am at Buehler’s Fresh Foods, 3000 North Wooster Avenue, Dover. Management of blood sugar is key in reducing the health complications of diabetes. This finger stick screening test measures your average blood sugar over the past 2 to 3 months.  It is a non-fasting test. The cost is $5. (Cash or check only). To register, Call 330.602.0779 or Visit: unionhospital.org/events to see a full list of Cleveland Clinic Union Hospital community events.

Dec 18 Transforming Tales: Exploring Culture and the Animal Within Unique Conversation with Rachel Yoder hosted by Johnson Humrickhouse Museum (JHM)

Join Johnson Humrickhouse Museum (JHM) on Wednesday, December 18th at 6:30 pm with Rachel Yoder, author of the critically acclaimed novel Nightbitch (Doubleday, 2021), now a major motion picture starring Amy Adams. Yoder, who grew up in Coshocton County and worked at JHM as a teenager, will join them via Zoom for a special exploration of her novel’s themes. They’ll highlight Native American and Asian artifacts from their collection, using the to delve into origin and transformation stories from various cultures. How do these stories, like that of a woman transforming into a dog in Nightbitch, influence our view of humanity? Join them in the Special Exhibit Gallery to find out if animal stories, ancient and modern, can help us to be better humans. Admission to the program both in-person and via Zoom is $5.00. To register for Zoom, visit:  jhmuseum.simpletix.org to purchase your registration. A link to the Zoom meeting will be sent to you via email on the day of the program. The JHM is located in Historic Roscoe Village at 300 N Whitewoman Street, Coshocton.

Dec 22 10th Annual Drive-Thru Bethlehem Experience hosted by Rush Church of the Nazarene

Go celebrate Rush Church of the Nazarene’s Drive-Thru Bethlehem 10th year! The Drive-Thru Bethlehem Experience is Sunday, December 22nd from 5:30 – 7:30 pm. The Rush Church of the Nazarene’ is located at 4941 Rush Church Road SE, Uhrichsville. From the warmth of your car, watch the Christmas story come to life! It is FREE. There will be Live Animals and Multiple scenes. There will also be Music and Kettle Corn. Take the Family! For more information: 330.340.9557 or Rush Church of the Nazarene via Facebook

Dec 22 The New Philadelphia High School Grace Notes Choir Presents Benjamin Britten’s “A Ceremony of Carols”

The New Philadelphia High School Grace Notes Choir will be presenting its annual performance of Benjamin Britten’s “A Ceremony of Carols” on Sunday, December 22nd at 7:00 p.m. at the Sacred Heart Church in New Phila. Tickets for this performance are just $5.00 and may be purchased at the door. Come and join us for this wonderful holiday tradition!

Ongoing Appalachian Ohioans Can Get Free Agroforestry Technical Assistance via Rural Action

Landowners and landholders of Appalachian Ohio counties interested in agroforestry practices such as forest farming & silvopasture and other methods of sustainable forestry management can get a free site visit through Rural Action’s Sustainable Forestry Program. The goal of this project is to help landowners develop goals that support the implementation of agroforestry practices and sustainable forest management. Landowners who are interested in the program can get more information by contacting Andrea at andrea@ruralaction.org. There is no minimum acreage to qualify for a site visit and the property can be located in any Appalachian County. Learn more about Rural Action at www.ruralaction.org.

Ongoing TRINITY Breast and Cervical Cancer Grant Program

Many women without health insurance are not aware that this service exists and that they have the opportunity to receive breast and cervical cancer screenings. The Trinity Breast and Cervical Program is part of the National Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program. The money for this program is funded by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and also the state of Ohio. They are reaching out to women who have not been able to get their annual screenings done because they cannot afford them. Pap Tests, Pelvic Exams, and Clinical Breast Exams are offered to women 40 years of age and over, as also mammograms for women 50 years of age and over who are uninsured and have an income at or below 200% of the federal poverty level. To set up an appointment, women can call Trinity BCCP at 1-800-921-5151.  Trinity will complete an application and help them to choose a provider close to their home. Once enrolled the women are scheduled for their screenings and an appointment letter is mailed to them that they in turn take to their appointment. The letter tells the provider that Trinity BCCP should be billed for the approved visit. Qualified women do not have to pay upfront and will not receive a bill for approved services by Trinity BCCP. For a limited time, Trinity BCCP will give each woman who completes her screening services a $20 gift card. (According to Barb Steitz, Program Manager at Trinity BCCP, the program began in 1994 and has funded over 118,000 pap tests, 131,000 clinical breast exams, and 109,000 mammograms for eligible women.

Ongoing Spinal Cord Injury Support Group

The spinal Injury support group meets on the 2nd Thursday of every month at 7 PM in the Union Hospital Toomey Room-Front (Ground floor immediately outside the cafeteria). Park in the upper visitor parking lot. All are welcome to attend. For more info, contact: Sue Shepherd at sbshepherd813@gmail.com

Ongoing Crohn’s & Colitis Support Group at Newcomerstown

This group meeting will be held every Tuesday from 5-6 pm at the Newcomerstown Public Library located at 123 E Main St, Newcomerstown. You and your loved ones are welcome to attend! They hope to see you there!

Ongoing Warren Township Community Center in New Cumberland
You can take advantage of their Eat in or Drive Thru Take Out in Back. Call ahead for take-out at 330.365.9240. Hours are 11 am – 1 pm every Monday, for a donation. (Each Monday is a different menu).
Bingo starts at 12:30 pm every Monday.
“The Loft” Resale Shop is open on Mondays from 10AM – 1:30 PM with a wide variety of good used items!
Grab a Good Book from the Reading Room
“Pop Up” Library on select Mondays!
Corn Hole Games Wednesday’s and Sunday’s at 6 pm.
Euchre every second Tuesday of the month at 6 pm. (Covered Dish)
“Men’s Basketball” night once again! Gym will be open at 6 pm EVERY THURSDAY. Everyone is welcome! Go help keep Pastor Larry Stitt on his toes!
PICKLEBALL Every Friday at 11 am The Warren Township Community Center (the former New Cumberland Elementary School) is located in New Cumberland off of State Route 212 in the Atwood Lake area. Physical address is: 3986 New Cumberland Rd NE, Mineral City. For more information, call Portia at 330.260.9528 or the Center at 330.365.9240 and leave a message.

Ongoing Newcomerstown Historical Society Events

The Olde Main Street Museum is located at 213 West Canal Street in Newcomerstown. Call 740.498.5636 for more information.

Ongoing Newcomerstown Museum Events

All future tours of the museum will be by appointment only and visitors can call 740.498.7735 to make arrangements to tour. The Gift Shop at Olde Main Street was recently refurbished and is under the management of Karen Shepherd.  Visit the Newcomerstown Historical Society’s Facebook Page for future events.

Ongoing Coshocton Johnson Humrickhouse Museum
Upcoming events: Visit: jhmuseum@jhmuseum.org or call them at 740.622.8710 with any questions or if you would like to set up an appointment to pick up materials.

“Our Town Stories” occur monthly on the second Thursday of the month at noon.
For more upcoming events, go to: jhmuseum@jhmuseum.org Join them on Saturdays and Sundays, from noon – 4 pm as they put the finishing touches on their brand new exhibits and displays! Gone are the days of the same ‘ole stuff year after year. Next time you see them, be ready for a whole new experience! Keep an eye on their social media for renovation updates! The museum is located at 300 N Whitewoman Street in Coshocton. The museum encourages all patrons to take health and safety precautions. To familiarize yourself with their new Covid-19 guidelines, please visit their website.  For more information or to RSVP, contact the museum at 740.622.8710 or email: jhmuseum@jhmuseum.org. For more information: Email: scoops@ohiotraveler.com or director@visitcoshocton.com or contact: Coshocton Visitors Bureau, 432 North Whitewoman St, Coshocton at 740.622.8710

Ongoing Plat Books Available

The Tuscarawas County office of Ohio State University Extension located at 419 16th St SW, New Philadelphia (330.339.2337) has Plat Books available for purchase at the office. The cost is $20 per book and proceeds benefit the 4-H program. An additional purchase location is the Tuscarawas County Map Office located at 125 E High Ave, New Phila.  (330.365.3303).

Ongoing Gas Pipeline Information

The oil and gas activity throughout the county has created the need for the construction of pipelines to move the product. Many landowners who are being contacted about their property can receive free resources to help landowners get answers. Log on to http://tuscarawas.osu.edu or contact the Tuscarawas County office of Ohio State University Extension at 330-339-2337.

Ongoing Schedule of Events for Historic Zoar Village/ Schoenbrunn Village/Fort Laurens/Uhrichsville Clay Museum
For more information, contact Fort Laurens at 330.874.2059 or Zoar at 330.874.3011 or visit their websites at zoarinfo@historiczoarvillage.com,  www.ohiosfirstvillage.com or www.fortlaurens.org

Historic Zoar Village: Zoar Specialty Tours: Zoar General History
Historic Zoar Village is a National Historic Landmark District keeping much of its historic appearance.  Please call 330.874.3011 for more information on what’s going on in Historic Zoar Village. They will be happy to share their safety and distancing guidelines with you.  Check out their website: zoarinfo@historiczoarvillage.com for all their up-and-coming events. Please email Tammi at tshrum@historiczoarvillage.com or call 330.874.3011 for more information.
Fort Laurens:  
visit their website at www.fortlaurens.org for more information.
Schoenbrunn Village:
For more information, call 740-922-6776 or 330-663-6610. www.ohiosfirstvillage.com Uhrichsville Clay Museum:  See their website for up-and-coming event

Ongoing Norma Johnson Center
For more information, contact Norma Johnson Center (NJC) office located with Tuscarawas Soil & Water Conservation District at 330-339-7976

Ongoing The Wilderness Center (TWC)

The Wilderness Center (“Connecting you with nature”) is located at 9877 Alabama Ave. SW, Wilmot, OH 330.359.5235 Go to: https://www.wildernesscenter.org/  to check out their upcoming Events” and to register.
Events: Go to their website to check out all the upcoming events at TWC. Go to the TWC website: twc@wildernesscenter.org  for the dates, times, and costs +  more information.  Also, Check out the TWC Nature store online now! Birdseed, books, apparel & more! Support TWC while you shop! Go to the wilderness center.square.site.

Ongoing Save the Coshocton Planetarium

Coshocton City Schools does not have the financial ability to restore the planetarium. As a result, a citizens committee has taken on the task to secure financial aid from foundations, businesses, social clubs & private individuals to finish the project. Please consider assisting financially. Donations can be made at the following locations that are tax-deductible: Home Loan & Savings Bank; Coshocton City Schools Attn: Treasurer or Save the Coshocton Planetarium, PO Box 1517, Coshocton, OH 43812. (Make checks payable to Coshocton Business Development Foundation and in the memo, line write: Coshocton Planetarium.) Or Go Fund Me online: https://gofundme.com/chs-planetarium. You may also contact the committee chairman: Ron Derewecki at 740.622.1058

Ongoing T- County Beekeepers Assoc Meeting
Website:  www.tuscarawascountybeekeepersclub.org, Facebook page or call Association President, Ray Wirt at 330.323.5525. Future meetings are scheduled for: (~No December meeting!~)

Ongoing Chili Crossroads Bible Church Events
Every Wednesday at 6:30 pm  Chili Crossroads church will have a program for adults, teens, and kids.   
Wednesdays at Chili –  Pizza, Salads & Subs will resume starting Sept 2nd. Every Wednesday! Pizza is available on Wednesdays from 3 – 8 pm. Except for holidays such as Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day. Also, Adults can go enjoy a Bible study called the Power of Prayer on the same night and time as the kids enjoy their themed events. Everyone welcome! Free! They hope to see you there! Dine-in or carry out. 5-mile delivery available. This will help them help kids in the community, providing transportation and Bible memory. Call ahead: 740.545.9707.  See the menu at www.chilibiblechurch.org or the church’s Facebook page.   
Watch Devotionals on Facebook live on weekdays at 10 am at www.facebook.com/chilicrossroads/live.
Watch live services being streamed at 10:30 am every Sunday and Friday night at 8:15.
Chili Crossroads Bible Church Changing Name of Recovery to Simple Steps Recovery
Drug overdose deaths killed over 107,000 Americans last year. Let’s stop the crisis together! Chili Crossroads Bible Church is proud to announce the Friday night recovery program has been changed from RU Recovery and is now called Simple Steps Recovery. The newly enhanced program meets every Friday night at 7 pm. Transportation is available across from 612 Walnut in Coshocton every Friday at 6:30 pm. Open to the public.  Everyone is invited. Open program. Childcare and meal are provided. The address of Chili Crossroads Bible Church is 29445 County Road 10, Fresno.

Ongoing Carroll County Arts Center Activities

For classes, call 330.627.3739 to register! Payment is due at registration. Check out more classes on their website. Embrace Appalachia at your Art Center! http://carrollcountyarts.org/site/  The Carroll County Arts Center is located at 204 West Main Street, Carrollton. Upcoming events: None reported at this time.

Ongoing Events in Stark County

Please go to their website www.StarkCountyEvents.com for a schedule of activities for Arts, Theater, Music, Business, Children’s, Education, Farmer’s Markets, Festivals, Fundraiser/Benefits, Health events, Lecture/Workshops, Literacy, Membership Meetings and Museum Exhibits.