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AUGUST 8 - 21, 2025 LOCAL NEWS | PAGE 5
Friends of New Concord to Zanesville BPW celebrates 105

host Community Day submitted years by awarding 10 Elliott

will be selling sweet treats for lunch and Educational Endowment

throughout the day.
From Noon-2 p.m. New Concord busi- Scholarships submitted
nesses with goods or services that would
benefit students are opening their doors
to Muskingum University students. This
The Friends of New Concord (FONC) is an opportunity for University students
is hosting the 3rd annual New Concord to get to know the Village, and for the
Community Day on Saturday, Aug. 30 businesses to introduce themselves to
from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. The community students.
is invited to a full day of events and ac- A Party in the Park runs from 3-10 p.m.
tivities for the entire family. All events at New Concord War Memorial Park. The
throughout the day include free admis- event will have live music from Fly Ohio
sion, and there is no cost to participate (3-5 p.m.) and Spelchek (6:30-10 p.m.)
in any games or activities. bands. There also will be a rock-climbing
The day starts with a Muskie Fun Run, wall, trampolines, axe throwing, 9-hole
a 1-mile run beginning at New Concord putt putt golf, corn hole tournament, and
Elementary School. Registration is at other yard games.
8:30 a.m. at the school, and the run be- For adults with a valid ID, there will be
gins at 9 a.m. a beer and wine garden where Guern- 2025 Elliott Scholarship Recipients: Seated: Rachel Wofter, Callie Buchanan, Brittany McFadden, Elya
The Vendors’ Village is open from 10 sey Brewhouse will be selling beer and Taylor, Rachelle Snyder Standing: Elliott Chair and Immediate Past ZBPW President Jennifer Reiter,
a.m. to 4 p.m., where more than 30 ar- the Friends of New Concord will be sell- Camryn Welch, Andrea Ross-Blodgett, Kendra Deming, Kim Gaddis, ZBPW President Stephanie Bridwell
tisans will be selling a variety of locally ing wine. For dinner, the following food Pictured on right: Erin McCoy Submitted
made products from jewelry, clothing, trucks will be set up on Main Street: Fly-
and home décor to soaps, home-baked ing Naked Pig, Hibachi Hut and Smoke The Zanesville Business and Profes- This year’s recipients exemplify the
cookies and more. Artisans will be set Therapy Craft BBQ. The Cub Scouts also sional Women’s Club (BPW), proudly spirit and mission of BPW — empower-
up in the Genesis Primary Care parking will be selling water and soda. celebrating 105 years of continuous ing women to succeed. Congratulations
lot. “Friends of New Concord is excited to service to the community, is pleased to to these talented individuals as they
There also will be a Kids’ Corner from host the 3rd annual New Concord Com- announce the 2025 Elliott Educational take the next step in their journeys!
10 a.m. to 4 p.m. with a variety of activi- munity Day,” said Kristin Centa, FONC Endowment Fund scholarship recipients. Zanesville BPW continues to be a vital
ties for kids including a coloring station, president and event committee chair. In honor of this special milestone, 10 part of the local community and invites
sidewalk chalk, and yard games. The fol- “With more activities for families, we scholarships have been awarded to de- all women interested in professional
lowing activities are scheduled through- look forward to a bigger crowd this year. serving women from Muskingum County growth, leadership, and advocacy to join.
out the day: I encourage everyone in the surrounding who are furthering their education and Membership is open year-round, and we
• 10 am-4 pm – Chalk basket, areas to join us.” professional development. Since the welcome new members to be part of our
coloring station, Connect 4, Jenga, Friends of New Concord is a non-profit 1930s, the Elliott Endowment Fund has legacy.
and a sandbox organization committed to making a supported the advancement of women For more information about member-
• 11 am-1 pm – Petting farm difference in the community promoting by helping them pursue new career ship or upcoming events, visit our Face-
(miniature ponies and goats) social and economic development. It is paths, higher education, and additional book page or reach out to any ZBPW
• 12-1 pm – Touch a Truck (Village an independent organization that works training. member.
Police and Fire) with local businesses, organizations,
• 12-1 pm – Champion Athletics and individuals to make the Village a
Dance performance better place for everyone. You can find
• 2-4 pm – NCAARD crafts Friends of New Concord on Facebook
For lunch, Flying Naked Pig and the at https://www.facebook.com/profile.
New Concord Board of Trade will be php?id=100092391529794.
selling food from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on
Main Street. Crazy Kernel Kettle Corn
Company and Tropical Hut Hawaiian Ice

Large crowds attend Dresden

Melon Festival by Lynette Dotson

Barrel rides took kids through part of Dresden River Park where the 2025 Dresden Melon Festival was
held. Lynette Dotson | PHOTO GALLERY ONLINE at dresdenbuzz.com!

Perfect weather and massive com- petting zoo, melon eating and seed spit-
munity support made for another suc- ting contests, as well as the very popu-
cessful Dresden Melon Festival. The an- lar and crowd-pleasing Melon Derby!
nual event was held on August 2nd and The event celebrates Dresden’s melon-
featured a fishing tournament, cruise growing heritage and is organized by the
in, cornhole tournament, kids games, Friends of the Dresden Parks.
vendor booths, food trucks, live music, a