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A8 | EVENTS The JULY 24 - AUGUST 6, 2026
MUSKINGUM COUNTY CALENDAR OF EVENTS

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KARAOKE AT THE MALL CRAFT AND VENDOR SHOW historic subjects, alongside a remarkable collec- 7:00 PM
August 5, 19... WEEKEND tion of aviation artwork and artifacts. The gallery Join us this Summer for our Entertainment Series!
will also feature the Japanese World War II Zero
Colony Square Mall (Food Court) August 7 - August 9 Fighter aircraft on display, as well as other signifi- Open to all at no charge! Questions? Please
(3575 Maple Avenue, Zanesville_ Colony Square Mall cant aviation pieces that connect fine art with tan- contact us at 740-826-7671 or celebratenewcon-
cord@gmail.com.
4PM - 7PM (3575 Maple Avenue, Zanesville) gible history. This special First Friday event offers
Join us for Karaoke with Randy Rox Entertain- 10AM - 5PM a distinctive opportunity to experience Zanesville’s
ment!! Enjoy karaoke in the Food Court 4pm to Join us for the Craft and Vendor Show weekend! creative downtown atmosphere while discovering 2026 MUSKINGUM COUNTY FAIR
7pm. Grab a bite to eat at Auntie Anne’s, China Find a variety of crafts. Something for everyone! artwork and artifacts that preserve powerful sto-
Max, Chatty Cat Cafe, Jamie’s Cheese steaks, While at the Mall, shop for “Back To School” during ries from both local and world history Aug 16 - 22
Picnic Pizza or Balila Mediterranean Kitchen! the Ohio Sales Tax Holiday! Muskingum County Fairgrounds
(1300 Pershing Rd., Zanesville)
PETALS & POUR AT CORK & QUILL THE DOWNTOWN EXCHANGE ALICE IN WONDERLAND
August 6 ARTISANS MARKET August 7, 8,9 & August 14, 15, 16 SUMMER MAH JONGG GAME
Cork & Quill August 7 & 8 The Renner, Home of Zane Trace Players NIGHT
(23 E Main St, New Concord) The Downtown Exchange (148 N 7th St, Zanesville) August 19
6:00 PM (527 Main Street, Zanesville) Aug. 7 - 7:30PM, Aug. 8 - 7:30PM, United Methodist Church
Join us for a cozy evening of flowers, wine, and Fridays 5 - 9PM, Saturdays 11AM - 3PM Aug. 9 - 2:30PM, Aug. 14 - 7:30PM, (20 East High Street, New Concord)
books at Cork & Quill! Create your own hand- A unique shopping experience, featuring Quality Aug. 15 - 7:30PM, Aug. 16 - 2:30PM 6:30PM - 8:30PM
picked bouquet at our Stem Bar while enjoying Ohio Makers and Artisans. Arts, crafts, food, local. More information call: 740-453-8481 Enjoy an evening of strategy, luck, camaraderie,
the warm charm of the CUTEST wine and book Additional Artisans Markets will be held Sept 4 & and fun at Mah Jongg Game Night! We offer a
bar around. There will be buckets overflowing 5, Oct 2 & 3, Nov 6 & 7, & Dec 4 & 5. friendly community of gamers who enjoy playing
with fresh, locally grown blooms and greenery so DISNEY’S “HOMEWARD BOUND, in a low-pressure environment. All are welcome!
you can build a bouquet that feels uniquely you. THE INCREDIBLE JOURNEY” New to the game? No problem. We have sever-
Whether you love soft and romantic, bright and BLUE RIBBONS: ART WE CELE- August 7 al helpers available to instruct and adviseAll are
cheerful, or a little wild and whimsical, you’ll get BRATE - FIRST FRIDAY ART WALK Restoration Park welcome to enjoy a free meal before playing! The
to choose your favorite stems and create some- AT THE ELK’S EYE ART MARKET (252 Muskingum Ave., Zanesville) United Methodist Church encourages everyone to
thing beautiful to take home. Sip wine, browse August 7 come to the Community Table to share a meal.
books, gather with friends, and slow down for an FREE activities begin after 6PM. Movie at dusk. Come anytime between 5-6:30 PM – and then
evening of creativity and connection. Your ticket Elk’s Eye Endeavors, LLC. Looking for something fun to do this summer? stay to play Mah Jongg! Register: https://new-
includes: • A glass of wine • A wrapped bouquet (22 South Fourth St, Zanesville) Check out the free movie nights and activities concord-oh.gov/event/summer-mah-jongg-game-
you design yourself • A cozy night at Cork & Quill. 5PM - 8PM happening by Restoration Park. Guests can nights/2026-08-19/
No flower arranging experience needed — just August is Fair Season in Muskingum County, and enjoy a free movie, free popcorn, and a variety
come ready to sip, create, and enjoy a little floral The Elk’s Eye Art Market joins the community of pre-movie activities for all ages. This year’s ZANESVILLE SPORTS & POKEMON
magic. $40.00Limit 10 per order *Non-refund- in celebrating the work of all the exhibitors who lineup includes a visit from The Wilds, an obstacle
able https://www.lakesideflowers.net/events/p/ have worked hard all year on projects from piglets course provided by The Fieldhouse, a special art CARD SHOW
petals-pour-at-cork-quill to poetry, and we are inspired by the arts we see display unveiling by ZAAP, and a visit from the August 22, October 10, December 12
Muskingum County Animal Shelter. A food truck
on display. We celebrate all artists - and First Fri- Colony Square Mall
BOOKMOBILE WITH MUSKINGUM day we share our Blue Ribbon worthy artists with will also be on site with food and drinks available (3575 Maple Avenue, Zanesville)
for purchase. We love sharing opportunities
COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM - MALL you. like this that bring families and communities 10AM - 5PM
STOP FIRST FRIDAY OPEN HOUSE AT THE together. Be sure to check it out and enjoy a fun Join us for Ohio’s premier destination for sports
August 6, September 3... summer evening by Restoration Park. cards, Pokemon and collectibles! Buy, sell, trade,
Colony Square Mall GALLERY all welcome! Hourly giveaways!
(3575 Maple Avenue, Zanesville) August 7 ICE CREAM SOCIAL
3:30 - 5:00PM Yan Sun Art Museum & Gallery August 8 DOG DAYS
Introducing the MCLS Bookmobile! The Book- (604 Main St, Zanesville) The Prospect Methodist Church August 22
mobile will be arriving at Colony Square Mall on 5PM - 8PM (3345 Prospect Church Rd, Dresden) New Concord Area Pool
the first Thursday of every month, from 3:30- Spend a summer evening surrounded by art at 4PM (John Glenn Road, New Concord)
5:00pm. our First Friday Open House. The gallery will fea- Menu consists of hot dogs, coneys, sloppy joes, 1PM - 3PM
ture a diverse selection of paintings, pottery, and shredded chicken, drinks, desserts and home- Be a part of the most fun day at the pool – Dog
FREE MOVIES IN THE PARK! other artworks representing a variety of styles, made ice cream for the cost of a donation. Quarts Days! Bring your family pooch for an afternoon of
August 7 subjects, and media. Whether you are a longtime of ice cream will be available for sale. socialization and swimming! Dogs are $5 each;
visitor or stopping by for the first time, this is a
Restoration Park Zanesville wonderful opportunity to browse the gallery and people are free! This is a fundraiser for New
(252 Muskingum Ave, Zanesville) enjoy a relaxed evening in the gallery. Reception: ZANESVILLE ASTRONOMY CLUB Concord Area Pool. * For the safety of dogs and
humans, participating dogs must be current on
6PM - 10PM 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm. We look forward to sharing EVENT vaccinations and must get along well with other
Free activities begin after 6 pm, movies at dusk this special evening with you! August 8 people and pooches.
Learn about nocturnal animals from The Wilds Ohio University Zanesville
in June! Challenge yourself in an Indiana Jones- COLE’S AIRCRAFT AVIATION ART (Rogge Pavilion, 2026 SUMMER ENTERTAINMENT
style obstacle course created by the Fieldhouse in - JULY FIRST FRIDAY IN DOWN- 1425 Newark Road, Zanesville)
July! Meet animals from the Muskingum County SERIES - TONY HAGOOD QUARTET
Animal Shelter in August! Happy Camper Hot Dog TOWN ZANESVILLE 9:00 PM (JAZZ)
Truck on site each night. Free popcorn available August 7 Join the Zanesville Astronomy Club at the Lewis August 25
during the film! June 12 - IF, July 10 - Raiders of Ron Cole & Cole’s Aircraft Aviation Art Telescope on the Ohio University Zanesville cam-
the Lost Ark, August 7 - Homeward Bound pus! This event is open to the public. Village Park
(53 N 4th St, Zanesville,) (2 W. Main St. New Concord)
5PM - 8PM 2026 SUMMER ENTERTAINMENT 7:00 PM
Join Ron and Erin Cole at their downtown Zanes- SERIES - NORTHWEST TERRITORY Join us this Summer for our Entertainment Series!
ville gallery during Zanesville’s First Friday Art Open to all at no charge! Questions? Please
READ AND SHARE ISSUES OF THE BUZZ Walk, when local galleries, businesses, and restau- (BLUEGRASS) contact us at 740-826-7671 or celebratenewcon-
August 11
WWW.DRESDENBUZZ.COM rants open their doors for an evening of art, histo- Village Park cord@gmail.com.
ry, and community. Visitors are invited to explore
Ron Cole’s paintings and prints celebrating local
(2 W. Main St. New Concord)