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Alice in Library engages with community to raise

wonder land funds for Library remodel by Lynette Dotson

By Alice Stratman Smith After 33 years since the last major creativity and exploration. This maker- the end of 2024. There are also options
After church on Sunday, July 28th remodel, The John McIntire Library is space will allow us to offer a wide variety to make a pledge spread over months
Jenn Allen and I went to the Historic ready for a new look and much-needed of STEM programming from no-tech op- or years. This will allow us to focus com-
Prospect Place in Trinway. We toured the technology and space improvements tions such as arts and crafts to high tech pletely on the remodel and making sure
Mansion and ate lunch with Mark and that will inspire a new generation to options with a variety of technologies to we are still able to provide excellent li-
Missy Holbrook. Mark was the speaker read, learn, create, and engage. suit the needs of our patrons well into brary services, even with the main por-
at noon (we missed that) giving informa- Through conversations over the the future,” Russell elaborated. tion of the John McIntire Library in con-
tion regarding Ohio in the Civil War. How past few years, the administration for A fundraising campaign has been struction.”
blessed I was to be with two authors. the John McIntire Library knew it was launched to raise $500,000 for the John It is important to note that during
Mark wrote History is Personal, The Ha- time to start planning some significant McIntire Library Remodel. The library’s the construction period the Library will
ven and Buckeye Vanguard. I bought changes. operating levy covers daily expenses but remain open in part.
The Haven, started reading it when I got “The early conversations we had the campaign funds will be dedicated “The library will not be closing entire-
home and loved it! I am looking forward throughout the community were critical specifically to the renovations being ly. We are excited to announce that we
to the ‘to be continued’ published soon. to our moving forward with a remodel done. Donations can be as little or as will be opening the “Mini-Mac” location
Jenn writes fantasy and science fiction, of the John McIntire Library,” explained much as a donor can give. on the first floor of the Carnegie Wing of
so I am looking forward to her 6th book MCLS Executive Director Stacey Russell. “Our Community Campaign is for the John McIntire Library. For those of
in the Solar Hearts series. “These conversations were had after CO- everyone, and every penny counts. We you who visited the John McIntire Library
On Saturday, August 3rd,I attended VID, and the world had changed a lot. have created opportunities for all mem- before 1991, you may remember this as
the Melon Festival at the Dresden River They allowed us to better understand bers of our community to be a part of the Junior Library. We also have an addi-
Park. I watched the Melon Derby, put the needs and wants of our community. supporting the John McIntire Library Re- tional five locations and will be out and
my bid on 5 items and enjoyed a slice of We were able to create a strategic plan model. This is why we have set our do- about in the community.”
Miller’s watermelon. for the library based on feedback from nation level to start at one penny. After MCLS branches are located in Dres-
The Buzz reported the last concert directly speaking to and asking for feed- all, the library is open to all and we want den, New Concord, Duncan Falls/Philo,
of the Zanesville Memorial Concert Band back from our community. Part of this our fundraising to mirror that ideal,” said South Zanesville, and Roseville.
that I attended on Sunday, July 28th. highlighted that our buildings are an im- Russell. To learn more about the remodeling
Several songs featured dancers from portant part of how we serve our com- “We do not have a set deadline project which is estimated to begin this
Movement on Main Center for Dance. It munity. This allowed us to ensure we for accepting donations, stated Rus- fall please visit
was the best concert of the season and I were heading in the right direction with sell. “However, our goal is to raise the muskingumlibrary.org/jmlremodel.
look forward to next year’s concerts. a large remodel of the John McIntire Li- $500,000 community campaign goal by
My daughter Jenny and husband brary. Without the meaningful conversa-
Bill took me to dinner on Sunday, Au- tions and meetings we had throughout Donor Wall Giving Levels
gust 4th. We needed to be together to Muskingum County, this remodel would
remember Jenny’s dad and my husband not have happened in the same way.”
Larry (1940-2020) on his birth date. Some of the changes planned in- Scan the QR Code
We ate at Texas Roadhouse where the clude a reimagined children’s space on for additional
waitress commented about the state of the lower level featuring STEM activities.
Texas T-shirt I was wearing. That made The location of the new children’s space information and to
me smile and remember when I lived in will be next door to the Storytime Room make a donation.
Texas. and the Auditorium which will be a huge
Psalm 143:5&6 KJV...I remember benefit during library events for children.
the days of old; I meditate on all Thy The main level will house a quiet reading
works; I muse on the work of Thy hands. room, and new collections for adult and
I stretch forth my hands unto Thee. My teen readers as well as a makerspace
soul thirsteth after Thee, as a thirsty and vibrant teen space. Meeting spaces
land. Selah with teleconferencing technology, an ex-
panded Family History Center, and the
new home for the Friends of the Library
Bookstore will all be located on the sec-
ond level. Additionally, more family rest-
ISSUES OF THE DRESDEN BUZZ ARE ALSO rooms will be added to each floor of the
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New Physician joins Genesis Celebration

of Life for
OB/GYN Group Submitted

Aaron Bowers, D.O., has joined the Ruth A.
Genesis OB/GYN Group, specializing
ers completed his bachelor of science Cunningham
in obstetrics and gynecology. Dr. Bow-
at Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah.
He earned his doctor of medicine at
the Oklahoma State University College
of Osteopathic Medicine in Tulsa, Okla-
homa. He completed his obstetrics and
Bible-based character gynecology residency at Riverside Meth-
odist Hospital in Columbus, Ohio.
education during school Dr. Bowers is accepting new pa-
hours (specials or lunch). tients at the Genesis OB/GYN Group,
945 Bethesda Drive, Suite 330, Zanes-
ville, Ohio, 43701. Patients can sched-
Aaron Bowers, D.O. ule appointments by calling 740-454-
8800. More information can be found at
genesishcs.org; click on Find Doctors.
Gospel Sings

August 16 - First Baptist Church Dresden
August 23 - Trinway UMC SEND YOUR COMMUNITY A celebration of life will be held to honor
August 30 - New Hope Church ANNOUNCEMENTS TO the life of Ruth Cunningham on Satur-
INFO@DRESDENBUZZ.COM. day, August 10, 2024 from 1 to 4 p.m.
All Gospel Sings start at 7pm. at the Legion Anex (1384 Main Street,
For questions call Mary Lee at Dresden). Food, water, and pop will be
740-624-3985 provided. BYOB is welcomed.