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A12 | ANNOUNCEMENTS The APRIL 17 - 30, 2026
Gospel Sings New “Capital Connections” SENIOR

April 17 - First Baptist Church Dresden event to help Muskingum CENTER
April 24 - First Baptist Church Dresden
May 15 - First Baptist Church Dresden County businesses access MENU
May 1 - First Baptist Church Dresden
May 22 - First Baptist Church Dresden funding and growth resources
May 29 - New Hope Church
All Gospel Sings start at 7pm.
For questions call Mary Lee at 740-624-3985 SUBMITTED Lunch is served Monday through
Business owners and entrepreneurs Participants will gain Friday each week. Reservations are re-
quired by 9 am for lunch by calling the
Dresden across Muskingum County will have a insight into: The Center at 740-454-9761. There is a
new opportunity to connect directly with
suggested donation of $3.00 for lunch.
Jefferson High lenders, grant partners, and business • Local and regional funding options, Menu is subject to change without no-
including loans and grants
resource organizations at “Capital Con-
tice.
School Annual nections,” A Muskingum County Busi- • What lenders expect when reviewing
applications
ness Resource Event.
Alumni Dinner This free lunch-and-learn will take • Available development programs in Friday, April 17
the region
HAM & CHEESE MACARONI,
place on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, from
12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at A Taste of • How to identify the right next step for STEWED TOMATOES, BROCCOLI
their business
The Dresden Jefferson High School An- Ohio in downtown Zanesville. PINEAPPLE
nual Alumni Dinner is scheduled for Hosted by the Ohio Small Business Monday, April 20
Saturday, June 20, 2026 in the Tri-Valley Development Center, this event is de- The event will include a guided net- CHILI DOG, TATER TOTS, CARROTS,
High School Cafetorium. Anyone who signed specifically for local businesses working lunch, a moderated panel dis- PEACHES
is interested in assisting with the plan- that are starting, growing, or planning cussion, and dedicated time for one-
ning of this event is welcome and can their next move. on-one connections with speakers and Tuesday, April 21
do so on Tuesday, April 21 at 1:00 P.M. Attendees will hear directly from re- resource partners. TURKEY, SWEET POTATOES,
at the Scotties’ Den in Dresden. For gional lenders, economic development Event Agenda: LIMA BEANS, FRUITED JELL-O
more information, please contact Mar- organizations, and support partners Wednesday, April 22
tha (Fritts) Prince at (740) 754-1682 or serving Muskingum County and South- • 12:00–12:30 PM – Guided BBQ CHICKEN SANDWICH, TATER
Diana (Adams) Schaefer at (740) 815- east Ohio. The discussion will focus on Networking Lunch (sponsored) TOTS, PEAS, BANANA
9992. We look forward to seeing our practical, real-world funding scenarios • 12:30–2:30 PM – Moderated Panel
fellow alumni at either the planning such as improving cash flow, purchas- Discussion Thursday, April 23
meeting or the dinner. ing equipment, expanding operations, • 2:30–3:00 PM – Matchmaker MEATLOAF, MASHED POTATOES,
Connection & Follow-Ups
or acquiring property or an existing busi- GREEN BEANS, MIXED FRUIT,
ness. Sponsors include The Community COOKIE
“This event brings the right people Bank, The Economic & Community De- Friday, April 24
Made with into the room so business owners don’t velopment Institute (ECDI), North Valley TUNA SALAD, BROCCOLI SOUP,
have to guess where to go or who to
100%% trust,” said Teri Clapper, Certified Busi- Bank, OhioSE Economic Development, COLESLAW, ORANGE/PINEAPPLE
and A Taste of Ohio.
ness Advisor with the SBDC. “Whether The event is free to attend, but seat- Monday, April 27
local news. someone is just starting to explore op- ing is limited to 50 participants. Early SWEET & SOUR CHICKEN, RICE,
tions or ready to move forward, this cre- registration is encouraged. PEAS, CARROTS, PINEAPPLE
ates clarity and connection.” To register, visit: Tuesday, April 28
Happily serving the https://sbdc.ohio.edu/event/ BREAKFAST CASSEROLE, MUFFIN,
community since 2011! ADVERTISE IN THE DRESDEN BUZZ. capital-connections-a- APPLESAUCE, PEACHES, FRUIT
JUICE
muskingum-county-business-
Meats, cheeses, bulk foods, milk, 740-270-2408 resource-event/
ice cream, snacks, and more! Wednesday, April 29
CURRENT SPECIALS SLOPPY JOE, BAKED POTATO,
DELI SPECIALS SPECIALS GREEN BEANS, ORANGE
16 oz. Walnut Creek Bacon
Fried Chicken $ 4.99/lb. Regular or Thick Sliced . 3.99/lb. Babysitting course offered at
$
Breast .....................
Marbel Cheese ..... $ 2.99 /lb. 2LB Shredded Cheese Several Genesis HealthCare System Thursday, April 30
$
Varieties ......................... 6.89/ea. PARMESAN CHICKEN, BROCCOLI
NEW ITEM 16 oz. Walnut Creek French
$
Gourmet Greens Onion Dip ...................... 2.59/ea. CARROTS, APPLE
Fresh Hydroponic Lettuce Genesis Women’s Services is offering and how to choose safe toys and games for
(NON GMO, No Chemical Sprays) a Safe Sitter® babysitting course to help kids. They’ll also cover how to find and inter-
SPECIALS END APRIL 29. teens and preteens be safe, whether they view for babysitting jobs. The class includes Bonnie Longaberger
are babysitting, caring for younger siblings hands-on activities, videos, demonstrations, Senior Center
If plan A doesn’t or home alone. There are two classes to role-playing, and lively discussions. Partici-
work, remember choose from: Monday, June 8, and Friday, pants will learn how to care for children from 1348 Main Street, Dresden
the alphabet has
25 more letters. June 19, from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the newborns to school-age kids. The Center
Genesis HealthPlex, Conference Room C, Cost is $50, which includes a pizza lunch, 160 N. 4th Street, Zanesville
2800 Maple Ave., Zanesville. two snacks, drinks and a babysitter’s train-
5790 Dresden Adamsville Road, Adamsville A team of Genesis registered nurses will ing handbook. Pre-registration is required,
voicemail: 740.297.9131 lead a fun and interactive class, teaching and we recommend registering early as this
Hours: Mon., Tue., Wed., Fri. 8:00-5:00, participants important skills like first aid, class fills up quickly. To register, go to gene-
Sat. 8:00-4:00, Thur., Sun. Closed safety, injury prevention, CPR (non-certified) sishcs.org and search Classes & Events.

EVENTS AT THE FARM
EVENTS AT THE FARM

DOWN
DOWN ON THE FARM ON THE FARM
OPEN PLAY PLAY
OPEN

Every Tuesday & Thursday in
May, June, & July
9-12 PM
Entry Fee: Donation
GREENHOUSE OPENS OPENS Bring a picnic!
GREENHOUSE
APRIL
APRIL 25! 25! COME
COME
ENJOY OUR
Shop our large assortment of annuals and perennials; ENJOY OUR
OUTDOOR
OUTDOOR
plus peat moss, mulch, potting soil, herbs, veggie ACTIVITIES.
ACTIVITIES.
plants, seeds and succulents.

FUN
FUN
SQUARE
SQUARE DANCE AND LINE DANCE DANCE AND LINE DANCE
FOR THE April 24, May 29, June 19, July 31 • 7-10 PM
FOR THE
WHOLE
WHOLE
FAMILY!
FAMILY!
Caller Valerie Norman • Cost: By Donation
Farm to Fork Cafe will be open!
LINE
DANCES Lessons at 6:30 PM
AND CAKE Whether you’re a beginner or just love to move, our square dances
WALKS! are for everyone. Easy steps, great music, good vibes!

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