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Timber & Grace to Host Grand Farm Credit Mid-America and

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Opening August 16 in Rural 1st kick off fifth year
New Concord, OH submitted of Fight the Hunger, Stock the

Timber & Grace, a small home décor • Complimentary Refreshments for Trailer

shop nestled in the rolling countryside all guests
just outside New Concord (57365 Frit- • Meet the Maker Moments with the Annual competition encourages youth leadership in
ter Road, New Concord), is excited to owner of Timber & Grace, NabZ agriculture and supports local food banks
announce its official grand opening on Wood works, and CeCe Caldwell’s
Saturday, August 16, from 10 a.m. to Paints submitted
5 p.m. The boutique offers a thought- “We’re so excited to welcome the com-
fully curated mix of handcrafted pieces, munity into Timber & Grace,” says Sheryl The Muskingum County Fair is once can also contribute fresh protein from
trusted brand-name farmhouse décor, Knabb, Owner and Founder. “This shop again joining a growing statewide effort livestock auctions—a reflection of grow-
and DIY brand-name specialty products was built with the inspiration of family, to fight hunger and give back to local ing interest in additional ways to donate.
to inspire your next home project. and the belief that your home should be community food banks by participating Fairs that participate receive a $500
Timber & Grace is more than a store— a heartfelt expression of who you are and in the Fight the Hunger, Stock the Trailer award, and top-performing counties in
it’s a creative escape for home lovers the family memories you create within contest — presented by Farm Credit Mid- each of five regions across the state will
seeking warmth, charm, and inspiration. it. It’s also an opportunity to teach and America and sponsored by Rural 1st. earn additional prizes: $5,000 for first
Whether you’re decorating a cozy corner inspire the younger generation about the This friendly competition among Ohio place, $1,500 for second place, and
or designing your dream space, the shop importance of family and home.” county fairs encourages youth leaders $500 for third place. All prize money
blends rustic character with graceful cre- Located just minutes from downtown to collaborate with their local commu- goes directly back to local 4-H programs,
ative touches to bring your vision to life. New Concord, Timber & Grace offers a nity to collect food donations for local further supporting youth development in
Grand Opening Highlights: peaceful country shopping experience, food banks. From fairground gathering rural communities.
• Ribbon Cutting Ceremony hosted by perfect for a relaxing weekend visit. to club-level contests, participants have “Ultimately, the true winners are the
the Cambridge Area Chamber of Whether you’re shopping for a state- found unique ways to rally their commu- communities we serve,” added Siegel.
Commerce at 10:00 a.m. ment piece or everyday charm, you’ll nities since the contest first launched in “This contest fuels our purpose to secure
• Special Opening-Day Discounts on find something special at every turn. 2021. Muskingum County won the re- rural communities and agriculture by
select home décor and gifts gional competition in 2023 and placed empowering youth leaders and support-
• Giveaways & Raffles throughout third in 2024 collecting more than ing the local food banks who help local
the day 26,000 pounds of food in the two years. families in need.”
• DIY Demo Displays to spark your “We’re excited to bring this initiative Fight Hunger, Stock the Trailer is just
creativity back to Ohio county fairs, and to once one way Farm Credit Mid-America and
again see how young people across the its consumer lending brand, Rural 1st,
state encourage participation,” said invest in rural communities and agricul-
Something to make you smile Bob Siegel, regional vice president for ture. In 2024, the association contrib-
uted nearly $4.5 million to impactful
agricultural lending at Farm Credit Mid-
America. “In Muskingum County, we programs—including $1.7 million for
shared by Peg Adams know the fair is a gathering place for youth, college students and young and
the whole community, and this contest beginning farmers. Of that, $450,000
Remember old folks are worth a fortune, stones in their kidneys, lead in their feet, is a great way to rally people around an supported the next generation of Ohio
with silver in their hair, gold in their teeth, and gas in their stomachs. important cause that ultimately helps ag leaders, including $82,000 for Ohio
those in need close to home.” 4-H programs.
Since its inception, the annual contest, To learn more about Fight the Hunger,
which is also held in Indiana, has col- Stock the Trailer, or to get involved, con-
Ohio Pottery Zanesville lected and donated more than 950,000 tact your local Farm Credit office.
pounds of food. This year, participants
Waltz Family Owned Since 1951
Veteran Curtain Up—Broadway is
Owned coming to New Concord!

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are held at Village Park, 2 West Main
Street. Admission is free. Bring your
family, friends, and your favorite fold-
ing chair. Come early and enjoy the New
Concord Farmers Market from 4-7 p.m.
at the corner of Maple and Layton. Rain
location for all Celebrate New Concord
concerts is the New Concord United
Methodist Church (20 E. High Street).
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Largest Selection of USA cord/. Donations to support Celebrate
New Concord can be made by check
Made Planters in Ohio! payable to “Celebrate New Concord” c/o
Village Hall, 2 W Main St, New Concord,

HUNDREDS TO CHOOSE FROM - STARTING AT $3.00 43762 or by credit card at the Musking-
um County Community Foundation web-
site:
Plus bird baths, outdoor plaques, www.mccf.org/Community-Foundation/
hen & chick pots, 1-10 gal. crocks, Funds/Details/358/Celebrate-New-
mixing bowls, hanging bird feeders, Sheryl Wise Submitted Concord-Pass-thru-Fund
religious plaques, hundreds of TERRIE’S
flower pots, outdoor lantern jockeys, CRAFTS The 2025 Celebrate New Concord
concrete benches, statuary AND MORE summer outdoor concert series presents
including angels, Indians, dogs, NOW OPEN! Sheryl Wise & Co. on Tuesday, August
calves, eagles, military, religious, 12 at 7 p.m. Join community members,
rabbits, concrete porch geese, Muskingum alumni, and faculty on Au- Made with
and more! gust 12 for an evening of musical the- 100%%
ater, with narration by Greg and Eileen
RETAIL • WHOLESALE Adams. Enjoy songs from classics like local news.
The Sound of Music, Oklahoma, and The
Wizard of Oz, plus gems from shows like
1905 W Main St, Zanesville | 740-408-2624 Chess and Ride the Cyclone.
All Celebrate New Concord concerts