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MUSKINGUM COUNTY CALENDAR OF EVENTS

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SOURDOUGH WORKSHOP idea and then use a Cricut Cutting Machine to DUNCAN FALLS/PHILO BRANCH DRESDEN BRANCH LIBRARY
May 19 create your design on vinyl to then stick to your LIBRARY SUMMER READING SUMMER READING KICK-OFF
FoodWorks Alliance free water bottle. Interested in more creative KICK-OFF PARTY: PARTY: UNEARTH A STORY!
projects? Check out the events calendar for more
(2725 Pinkerton Lane, Zanesville) upcoming classes. For any questions please UNEARTH A STORY! June 6
5:30PM – 7:30 PM contact the library by call: 740.453.0391 x150 or June 3 Dresden Branch Library
Learn the art of sourdough in this hands-on work- email: TechHelp@muskingumlibrary.org Duncan Falls/Philo Branch Library 11AM - 1PM
shop at FoodWorks Alliance, led by OSU Extension REGISTRATION REQUIRED A ROARSOME start to summer reading! Explore
educator Alexus Masterson. Participants will Register: https://events.muskingumlibrary.org/ 4 - 6 PM
explore the fundamentals of sourdough—while Kickoff Summer Reading with your Duncan Falls/ a world of dinosaurs and hidden treasures, while
gaining practical skills and confidence to continue event/15929879 Philo Branch staff, Fantastical Creatures Face enjoying crafts, games, prizes, and snacks. The
baking at home. This class is perfect for begin- Painting, treats, door prizes, and more! perfect adventure for curious minds and future
ners, and each participant will take home their KARAOKE AT THE MALL explorers.
own starter. Light snacks will be provided. $20 May 27, June 10, 24
per person. THE CHATTY CAT CAFÉ’S 3RD
REGISTRATION REQUIRED Colony Square Mall - Food Court BOOKMOBILE WITH MUSKINGUM
Registration required to reserve your spot. forms. (3575 Maple Avenue, Zanesville) COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM BIRTHDAY BASH!
gle/uJHPWn2AVAXtTkYp7 4PM - 7PM June 4, July 2, August 6... June 6 & 7
Join us for Karaoke with Randy Rox Entertain- The Chatty Cat Cafe
OVERDUE FOR SUMMER - ment!! Enjoy karaoke. Grab a bite to eat at Auntie Colony Square Mall (3575 Maple Avenue #106, Zanesville)
END OF THE SCHOOL YEAR Anne’s, China Max, Chatty Cat Café , Jamie’s (3575 Maple Avenue, Zanesville) 12:00 PM
Cheese steaks, Picnic Pizza or Balila Mediterra-
BLOWOUT nean Kitchen! 3:30 - 5:00PM We’re turning THREE!! We are ready to **paw-
May 19 Introducing the MCLS Bookmobile! The Bookmo- ty**—and you’re invited! Over the past three
bile will be arriving at Colony Square Mall on the
Dresden Branch Library - NATIVE PLANTS PART THREE - first Thursday of every month, from 3:30-5:00pm. years, we’ve helped over 460 cats find their
forever homes, and it’s all thanks to you—our in-
Dresden Meeting Room TEAS, TINCTURES, AND credible community of cat lovers, coffee drinkers,
(816 Main Street, Dresden) TISANES 2026 FRAZEYSBURG and first-time visitors who became family. Come
3PM - 5PM May 28 HOMECOMING celebrate with us in true Chatty Cat style with
Celebrate the end of the school year! Join your Duncan Falls/Philo Branch Library June 4 - 6 festivities, treats, and whiskered fun! **Birthday
friends at the Dresden Branch Library for some Duncan Falls Meeting Room Frazeysburg Fire- Rescue, Inc Highlights:** *join us at open Saturday or again
fun projects, activities, and snacks. (222 Main Street, Duncan Falls) (26 2nd St, Frazeysburg) Sunday for our opening balloon drop with a ribbon
prize pull! One winner each day will get a lounge
6 - 10PM
5PM - 6PM
THE BRICK SQUAD - The third and final part of this series. Now that Entertainment, rides, food, games, prizes and pass for a YEAR! *Face Painting, *Pet Carica-
tures, *Meow goodie Bags* — Surprise goodies
LEGO CLUB we’ve learned about native plants, pollinators, fun!! with every purchase while supplies last!, *Purr-
May 20 and how to care for them, let’s learn how we can fect Photo Booth* — Snap a pic with friends (furry
Dresden Branch Library use some of these plants! We’ll be discussing THE DOWNTOWN EXCHANGE or otherwise) and tag us! *Birthday Mail for the
Dresden Meeting Room how native plants can be used in a variety of ways ARTISANS MARKET Cats* — Write a sweet note to our foster kitties
(816 Main Street, Dresden) in our everyday lives. Presented by Alexia Lorentz. June 5 & 6 and add it to our birthday card! Whether it’s your
*first visit* or your *fortieth,* this is the purr-fect
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
5PM - 6:30PM Register: https://events.muskingumlibrary.org/ The Downtown Exchange time to stop in, celebrate, and support rescue
Bring your imagination to life with LEGO fun event/15887981 (527 Main Street, Zanesville) cats over coffee. **Never visited before?** This
after school! Build, create, and explore using the Fridays 5 - 9PM, Saturdays 11AM - 3PM is the day to come! We’re pulling out all the stops
library’s LEGO collection. SENIOR PROM 2026 - A unique shopping experience, featuring Quality to make it extra special for YOU. Come for the
REGISTRATION REQUIRED Ohio Makers and Artisans. Arts, crafts, food, local. coffee. Stay for the cats. Leave with a smile (and
Register: https://events.muskingumlibrary.org/ A NIGHT TO REMEMBER maybe a little fur on your shirt).
event/15887706 May 29 SOUTH BRANCH LIBRARY
The Center, LARGE CONTAINER CLASS
BINGO AT A TASTE OF OHIO (Muskingum County Center for Seniors) SUMMER READING KICK-OFF June 6
May 21, 28 (160 N. 4th Street, Zanesville) PARTY: UNEARTH A STORY! McDonald’s Greenhouse & Corn Maze
A Taste of Ohio Wine Bourbon & Beer Doors open at 5:30 PM, with music June 5 (3220 Adamsville Rd. Zanesville)
(524 Main St, Zanesville) and dancing from 6–9 PM. South Branch Library 9:00 AM
5-6:00PM Get ready for a Senior Prom at the Center! Happy 11AM - 1PM $35 per person.
Every Thursday. Queen of Hearts Drawing 6:15pm Hour & Photos: 6–7 PM. Dessert Bar: 7–8 PM, Join us for a hands-on kick-off party filled with Learn about planting and caring for your own pot-
courtesy of the Senior Task Force. DJ Kurtus will games, crafts, snacks, and more. Sign up for
be playing all your favorite songs. Wright Vibes Summer Reading 2026 and discover all the ted plants and flowers. Bring your own or choose
WELCOME HOME! - DIY DOORMAT Photo Booth will be on-site for fun keepsake stories waiting to be uncovered! one of our large containers to plant and enjoy all
WORKSHOP photos. Tickets: $15 per person. Reserve a table summer long.
ticket per person, and a meat & cheese tray). Join Z.A.A.P. GALLERY FT X FT
May 21 for 6: $100 (includes entry for 6, an extra drink
Roseville Branch Library our Friends 60 & better for a Night to Remember! ART AUCTION KICK-OFF HOPE IN MOTION 5K AND 1 MILE
General Library www.mccfs.org June 5 MEMORY WALK
(41 N. Main Street, Roseville) SUMMER READING KICK-OFF The Z.A.A.P. Art Gallery June 7
5PM - 6PM PARTY - UNEARTH A STORY! (625 Main Street, Zanesville) Genesis Cancer Care Center on the
Create a custom doormat for your home. All sup- 5PM Genesis HealthCare System campus in
plies provided. Participants are welcome to bring May 30 The silent auction commences on First Friday, Zanesville.
their own stencils as well. Wear clothes you don’t John McIntire Library - General Library June 5th, at 5:00 pm and will continue through- (2951 Maple Ave., Zanesville)
mind getting messy. (220 North Main Street, Zanesville) out the month. The closing will be held on Sat- Check in starts on race day at 7AM
REGISTRATION REQUIRED 11AM - 2PM urday, June 27th, from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm with and the race starts at 9AM
Register: https://events.muskingumlibrary.org/ Join us for a dino-mite celebration to kick off our final bids at 7:30 pm. Z.A.A.P. Art Gallery Hours: Lace up your sneakers and join the community for
event/15887736 Summer Reading Program! Enjoy fun activities, THU-SAT 1-5PM & First Friday 5-8PM. Don’t miss the Hope in Motion 5K and 1 Mile Memory Walk,
games, and excitement for all ages. Event will out on this opportunity to bid on unique artworks a morning of fun, remembrance and support for
JUMP INTO SUMMER BASH take place all over the library, including the and support a great cause. Come in and check on Genesis Cancer Care Center patients. Whether
front lawn! Sign up for Summer Reading and
COMMUNITY EVENT get entered into a prize drawling. The event your bids throughout the month and attend the you run, walk or honor someone special along
May 21 is 3 hours and will take place during rain or closing event to take home your favorites! the route, your participation helps provide care
Dresden Elementary shine. Also make sure to check out our other IMAGES IN NATURE- FIRST FRIDAY and comfort to local individuals facing cancer.
Summer Reading Kick-Offs taking places at all
Early registration through May 15 $30 for 5K
5PM - 8PM of our other MCLS locations! Monday, June 1 ART WALK AT THE ELK’S EYE ART and receive a commemorative T-shirt, medal and
Food trucks, fun, and inflatables! 4:00p-6:00p- Roseville Branch Tuesday, June 2 goody bag $10 for 1 Mile Memory Walk and add
Open to the community! Armbands $10 unlimited from 4:00p-5:30p, New Concord Wednesday, June MARKET a commemorative T-shirt for an extra $20. Pick
jumping! 3 from 4:00p-6:00p, Duncan Falls Friday, June 5 June 5
from 11:00a-1:00p, South Saturday, June 6 from The Elk’s Eye Art Market between a cancer survivor or cancer supporter
11:00a-1:00p, Dresden. T-shirt. Registration after May 15 $35 for 5K
BENEFIT FOR JIM (22 S 4th St, Zanesville) entry only $10 for 1 Mile Memory Walk Com-
May 23 SHRIVERS HOSPICE FOUNDATION 5PM - 8PM memorative T-shirt and medals are not available
Adamsvile Fire House GIRLS SIP & SING Artists are inspired by many things, but most after early registration. If you want to purchase
11AM - 2PM May 30 are united by their inspirations from Nature. The a 1 Mile Memory Walk sign for $20 in honor of
someone, sponsor the event or donate to cancer
Jim was in a rollover accident while in route to Kick-N-Ax interpretations are each unique in how they are patients, call 740-454-5052. You can also make
a house fire on May 7th. Let’s come together to (970 Linden Ave, Zanesville) executed, and that can be seen in the artwork of a donation online at https://secure.qgiv.com/for/
support Jim. Enjoy a meal of spaghetti, salad, a 30+ artisans and artists at The Elk’s Eye Art Mar- hopimot/ Sign up : https://runsignup.com/Race/
breadstick, and a drink. $10 per meal, dessert by 10AM - 1:30PM ket. On First Friday in June, explore the differenc- OH/Zanesville/GenesisHopeInMotion5k
donation. It’s time to gather your girls and celebrate being es- whether nature is represented by materials,
together! Sing your favorite throwbacks while images or theme- here you will be able to see a
making a meaningful impact. Every laugh and wide variety of nature captured in art. CELEBRATE LIFE — NATIONAL
ZANESVILLE FARMERS MARKET song sung helps grant a heartfelt wish for Shriv- ®
May 23 ers Hospice Patients through the Shrivers Hospice COLE’S AIRCRAFT AVIATION ART CANCER SURVIVORS DAY
Adornetto’s Foundation. So come ready to celebrate and - FIRST FRIDAY IN DOWNTOWN June 7
make memories that matter. Grab A Mic. Grant A
Genesis Cancer Center
(2224 Maple Avenue, Zanesville) Wish! Tables are on sale now—grab yours before ZANESVILLE (2951 Maple Avenue, Zanesville)
9AM - 12PM they’re gone! www.shrivershospicefoundation. June 5
The Perry Morgan Pickers are excited to be back com/Events/Girls-Sip-Sing-Brunch 4PM - 6PM
at the Zanesville Farmers Market for their first Ron Cole & Cole’s Aircraft Aviation Art This National Cancer Survivors Day, we’re turning
appearance of the season! CARR CENTER SAFETY TOWN (53 N 4th St, Zanesville) up the 80s vibes to honor cancer survivors, your
3 SESSIONS: 5PM - 8PM families and supporters, as we set Hope in Mo-
ADAMSVILLE MEMORIAL June 1 - 5, 2026 Join Ron and Erin Cole at their downtown tion. Join us for a celebration where bright colors
and bold spirit bring us together to honor life,
DAY SERVICE July 6 - 10, 2026 Zanesville gallery during Zanesville’s First Friday strength and survivorship. Enjoy throwback tunes,
May 25 August 3 - 7, 2026 Art Walk, when local galleries, businesses, and delicious food and meaningful fellowship as we
restaurants open their doors from 5 to 8 p.m. for
New Hope Cemetery Muskingum County Family YMCA an evening of art, history, and community. Visitors keep Hope in Motion and celebrate every step of
(7025 Adamsville Otsego Road) (1425 Newark Road, Zanesville) are invited to explore Ron Cole’s paintings and the journey together. Enjoy: • Entertainment by
Mister Joe and St. Paul AME Choir • Summer pic-
10AM 6 - 7:30PM prints celebrating local historic subjects, along- nic food, popcorn and sno-cones • Photo booth •
Bring your lawn chairs and join us as we Safety Town teaches 4 and 5 year olds about side a remarkable collection of aviation artwork Door prizes • Gift for cancer survivors • Balloons
remember those who have served our country. safety in and out side of their home. and artifacts. and smiles from Genesis Hospice clowns. Pre-reg-
Hosted by Adamsville Boy Scout Troop 122, REGISTRATION REQUIRED The gallery will also feature the Japanese World istration is not necessary for this free event. For
Adamsville Renegades 4-H Club & New Hope www.carrcenter.org/Programs/Safety-Town/ War II Zero Fighter aircraft on display, as well more information, call Genesis Cancer Services at
Lutheran Church Youth Group. Register/ as other significant aviation pieces that connect (740) 454-5865.
fine art with tangible history. This special First
THERAPY ANIMALS - ROSEVILLE BRANCH LIBRARY Friday event offers a distinctive opportunity to DRESDEN ANTIQUE
HOW OUR FURRY FRIENDS SUMMER READING KICK-OFF experience Zanesville’s creative downtown atmo- VEHICLE DRIVE
sphere while discovering artwork and artifacts
CAN HELP US that preserve powerful stories from both local and June 7
May 26 PARTY: UNEARTH A STORY! world history. Dresden
Duncan Falls/Philo Branch Library June 1 1PM
(222 Main Street, Duncan Falls) Roseville Branch Library FIRST FRIDAY ART WALK - On 7 Jun 2026 we will have our first Dresden
4 - 6 PM
4:30PM - 5:30PM Join us for a hands-on kick-off party filled with “SUMMERTIME MOMENTS Antique Vehicle cruise. Any cool ratrod, car,
Many people know of therapy animals and service games, crafts, snacks, and more. Sign up for IN ART” truck, motorcycle is welcome. Cruise will start at
animals, but have you ever wondered about what Summer Reading 2026 and discover all the June 5 Dresden river park by Tri-Valley High School. The
they actually do? On May 26th, Fetch Remedy stories waiting to be uncovered! Yan Sun Art Museum & Gallery end will be at Leni’s. For the first cruise i won’t
Dogs will be at the Duncan Falls/Philo Branch (604 Main St, Zanesville) have dash plaques ready but I will get ideas for
Library to discuss the importance of service them. This year we will have a dash plaque for the
and therapy animals. During this program, we BOOK SIGNING & ART SHOW 5PM - 8PM season. So every car will get one. The first cruise
will learn what service animals look like, their June 2 Summertime Moments in Art” brings together a raffle will be for a free ice cream. Hope to see
many important roles, the rules around these Ohio University Zanesville Library lively collection of artworks that reflect the feeling everyone there. Meet up at park 1 pm to hangout
service animals and how you can be a supportive 5-7 PM of summer across many different countries. From gossip and check out cool rides. 2 pm we ride.
community member, and how these animals A book signing and art show will be held to warm sunlight and open landscapes to coastal Rain date will be following Sunday if needed.
ultimately support mental and physical wellness celebrate the release of Birth, Death, and Resur- scenes and everyday moments, each piece offers
and safety for their owners. This program is rection of a Golf Course: Mangold Country Club a glimpse of how artists see and express the VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL:
perfect for anyone seeking accessible information to Zanesville Jaycee Public Golf Course written season in their own surroundings. The exhibition NASHPORT UMC
on how therapy animals serve their communities by Jim Boyd and illustrated by nearly fifty local offers collectors an opportunity to acquire works June 8-12
and a place to get your questions answered. All artists. Copies of the book will be at the event that combine lasting subject matter with strong
are welcome, registration is not required for this and can be purchased for a $50 donation. technique. We warmly welcome you to enjoy Nashport United Methodist Church
event. Please contact our information desk or summer through art at the opening reception on (7941 Obanon Road, Nashport)
facilitator Hailey Rantz with any additional ques- Friday, June 5, 2026, from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm. 6PM - 8PM
tions. THE FRIENDS OF THE DRESDEN Free and open to the public. Refreshments will be
BRANCH LIBRARY FARMERS served. 2026 SUMMER ENTERTAINMENT
JUST MAKE IT - MARKET
WATER BOTTLE STICKERS WITH June 2 & 16, July 7 & 21... THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW SERIES - JAKE “BAREFOOT”
CANVA + CRICUT Dresden Branch Library June 5 - 7 & 12 - 14 MCCOY (FOLK)
May 27 (816 Main Street, Dresden) The Renner, Home of Zane Trace Players June 9
John McIntire Library - 4 - 6:30PM (148 N 7th St, Zanesville) Village Park
John McIntire Makerspace Support your local Dresden Branch Library and Fri 6/5 @ 7:30pm,Sat 6/6 @ 7:30pm, (2 W Main St, New Concord)
7:00 PM
(220 North Main Street, Zanesville) enjoy fresh produce, crafts, baked goods, and Sun 6/7 @ 2:30pm, Fri 6/12 @ 7:30pm, Join us this Summer for our Entertainment
more! Organized by the Dresden Friends of the
4:30PM - 6PM Library to hep support the library for programs Sat 6/13 @ 7:30pm, Sun 6/14 @ 2:30pm
Design your own stickers using Canva & bring and events provided to the public. This will be Warning: Adult content! - Call outs are welcome! - Series! Open to all at no charge! Questions?
your ideas to life with the Cricut cutting machine. held rain or shine! ($5) Vendor Spaces Available. Only prop bags purchased through the theatre are Please contact us at 740-826-7671 or
You’ll create your design on vinyl to decorate a Farmers Markets will be held the first and third permitted. They can be purchased online or at the celebratenewconcord@gmail.com.
free water bottle. All supplies will be provided. Us- Tuesday June through October. door ($5 each).
ing the website Canva you can design your unique TICKETS: zanetraceplayers.ludus.com