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Perry County District Library 2024 Events

Perry County District Library 2024 Events

Please note: for a complete Perry County Ohio District Library 2024 calendar of events, including specific up-to-date dates and times visit the library online at www.pcdl.org or pick up a monthly calendar at your local library location.

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New Lexington Schools Awarded $2.5 Million Grant | March 5, 2024

New Lexington Schools Awarded $2.5 Million Grant | March 5, 2024

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted announced yesterday the recipients of the Career Technical Education Equipment Grant Program which will expand career technical education access to an additional 10,345 students across the state. The funding helps schools purchase up-to-date equipment so they can better prepare students to be career-ready upon graduation. New Lexington Schools in Perry County was awarded $2.5 Million.

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PCBDD Rock Your Socks for World Down Syndrome Day | Thursday, March 21, 2024

PCBDD Rock Your Socks for World Down Syndrome Day | Thursday, March 21, 2024

The Perry County Ohio Bd of Developmental Disabilities is holding Rock Your Socks for World Down Syndrome Day on Thursday, March 21, 2024. Share pictures and stories by sending (texting) to (740) 605-9542 or emailing t.binkley@perrydd.org.

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Heating Assistance Available at HAPCAP until March 31, 2024

Heating Assistance Available at HAPCAP until March 31, 2024

(GLOUSTER, OH) - The Winter Crisis Program at Hocking Athens Perry Community Action (HAPCAP) will be accepting applications until March 31, 2024. Residents of Hocking, Athens, and Perry Counties may schedule their appointments by calling (740) 868-1908. This program is designed to help households facing an emergency maintain or restore their primary heating source, including electric or gas service. This program also provides bulk fuel (propane, wood, coal, fuel oil, kerosene) for eligible households.

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PBHC Black Balloon Day | Wednesday, March 6, 2024

PBHC Black Balloon Day | Wednesday, March 6, 2024

Perry Behavioral Health Choices is hosting Black Balloon Day on Wednesday, March 6, 2024 from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the PBHC Activity Center - New Lexington, Ohio. Please submit artwork for the art exhibit by Monday, March 4, 2024.

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Perry Soil and Water Conservation District Seedling Tree Sale | 2024

Perry Soil and Water Conservation District Seedling Tree Sale | 2024

The Perry Soil and Water Conservation District is holding their 2024 tree seedling sale. Order deadline is Thursday, March 21, 2024 for pickup on Friday, April 19, 2024 from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the NRCS Office - Somerset, Ohio.

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Perry Soil and Water Conservation District Fish Sale | 2024

Perry Soil and Water Conservation District Fish Sale | 2024

The Perry Soil and Water Conservation District is holding their 2024 fish sale. Order deadline is Wednesday, April 17, 2024 for pickup on Thursday, April 25, 2024 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the NRCS Office - Somerset, Ohio.

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FREE Women's Health Clinic in New Lexington | Thursday, March 7, 2024

FREE Women's Health Clinic in New Lexington | Thursday, March 7, 2024

The Heritage Community Clinic at the Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine is hosting a FREE Women's Health Clinic on Thursday, March 7, 2024 from 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Heritage Community Clinic Mobile Health Unit at the Kroger parking lot - New Lexington, Ohio. To find out if you qualify and to schedule an appointment, call (740) 593-2432.

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Foundation For Appalachian Ohio Scholarship & Grant Opportunities | February 29, 2024

Foundation For Appalachian Ohio Scholarship & Grant Opportunities | February 29, 2024

Don't miss out on 2024 scholarship opportunities available through the Foundation for Appalachian Ohio! If you or someone you know lives in the 32-county Appalachian Ohio region and is pursuing postsecondary studies at an institution of higher education or through vocational programs, FAO’s scholarship program includes more than 280 donor-established funds. Applicants whose 2024 FAFSA information has been delayed will still be considered for scholarship awards. Scholarship application and civics ed deadlines approaching!

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AEP Ohio Monitoring Thunderstorms & Damaging Winds | February 27, 2024

AEP Ohio Monitoring Thunderstorms & Damaging Winds | February 27, 2024

(Tuesday, February 27, 2024 - 5:00 p.m.) What You Need to Know ● AEP Ohio is monitoring the potential for rain and damaging winds tonight and tomorrow. ● Tonight: Wind gusts of up to 65 mph and tornadoes are possible throughout our service territory. ● Tomorrow: Rain and strong winds of up to 60 mph will continue in Athens and surrounding areas. ● We encourage customers to prepare now for potential weather-related power outages.

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Coffee with some Commissioners | Tuesday, February 27, 2024

Coffee with some Commissioners | Tuesday, February 27, 2024

Join us Tuesday, February 27, 2024 for Perry County Ohio’s "Coffee with some Commissioners" from 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. at Dodson's on Broadway, New Lexington, Ohio. Cheryl Boley, Director of Perry County Job and Family Services and Perry County Transit will be our featured speaker this month.

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Perry County Free Legal Clinic | Tuesday, March 5, 2024

Perry County Free Legal Clinic | Tuesday, March 5, 2024

The Perry County Ohio Legal Clinic offers FREE legal advice to income eligible individuals who cannot afford private counsel. Services will be provided on a first come-first served basis. Individuals attending should bring all documentation and paperwork that relates to the issue in question. You must bring proof of income. The clinics are held the first Tuesday of each month (none in January and July). Sign in from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. The 2024 clinics are held at the temporary Juvenile/Probate Court Location - 106 S. Main Street, New Lexington, Ohio.

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JFS Career Fair | Monday, February 26, 2024

JFS Career Fair | Monday, February 26, 2024

Perry County Ohio Job and Family Services is holding a Career Fair on Monday, February 26, 2024 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Perry County Opportunity Center (JFS) - New Lexington, Ohio.

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PCBDD is Now Recruiting for the Staff and Providers vs Cougars Basketball Game | Wednesday, March 13, 2024

PCBDD is Now Recruiting for the Staff and Providers vs Cougars Basketball Game | Wednesday, March 13, 2024

The Perry County Ohio Bd of Developmental Disabilities is now recruiting for the Staff and Providers vs Cougars Basketball Game on Wednesday, March 13, 2024. Tip off is 6:00 p.m. at Mount Aloysius - New Lexington, Ohio. Sign up by Monday, March 4, 2024.

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Healthy Aging - Calling Perry County Farmers | February 22, 2024

Healthy Aging - Calling Perry County Farmers | February 22, 2024

Perry County Healthy Aging Program - Calling Perry County Farmers to provide Dairy, Meat, Poultry, and Produce. Deadline for farmer applications is Friday, March 1, 2024.

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Perry County Healthy Food Picks for Seniors | February 21, 2024

Perry County Healthy Food Picks for Seniors | February 21, 2024

New for the spring of 2024, Perry County Healthy Food Picks for Seniors will provide eligible Perry County adults age 60 and older $75 in coupons that can be redeemed for local beef, poultry, eggs, pork, dairy, and produce from March through June 15, 2024. Perry County farmers who wish to participate must complete and sign the Participating Farmer Agreement and a W-9 by Friday, March 1, 2024.

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Healthy Aging Programs | 2024

Healthy Aging Programs | 2024

Healthy Aging Programs - Sponsored by the Perry County Board of Commissioners. As a Perry County resident aged 60 or older, you can access a range of services to enhance your technology skills, secure housing, or enjoy local farmers markets. *** Updated February 22, 2024 ***

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Perry County Company Receives Grant for Energy Efficiency Retrofit | February 22, 2024

Perry County Company Receives Grant for Energy Efficiency Retrofit | February 22, 2024

Shmelzer Industries LLC (Perry County Ohio) will receive a $175,415 grant to complete resin replacement with airless sprayers, LED lighting upgrades, curing system replacement with ultraviolet processing, and solar photovoltaics upgrades. The project is expected to yield a utility savings of 37 percent.

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Who you gonna call????

Who you gonna call????

Here is a summary of the various 211, 311, 411, etc. assistance phone numbers. Originally published July 11, 2018.

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PCSO First Annual Sports and Pokemon Card Show | Saturday, March 2, 2024

PCSO First Annual Sports and Pokemon Card Show | Saturday, March 2, 2024

The Perry County Ohio Sheriff's Office is holding their First Annual Sports and Pokemon Card Show on Saturday, March 2, 2024 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Barn at the Backwoods - Thornville, Ohio. Proceeds to benefit Hooked on Fishing.

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Vital Stats for Overdose and Suicide Deaths | 2023

Vital Stats for Overdose and Suicide Deaths | 2023

Vital Stats for Perry County Ohio Overdose and Suicide Deaths in 2023. Overdose stats run about six months behind so these numbers could change. Data for both of these numbers were collected from the Ohio Department of Health Data Warehouse.

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Roseville is accepting proposals for Group Health Insurance Through March 15, 2024

Roseville is accepting proposals for Group Health Insurance Through March 15, 2024

The Village of Roseville, Ohio is accepting proposals for Group Health Insurance. All proposals may be submitted by email to fiscal-officer@rosevilleoh.com or dropped off at the municipal building located at 107 N Main St., Roseville. The deadline is Friday, March 15, 2024 at 4:00pm. If you have any questions, please contact Debbie Birkimer at 740-697-7323 x 2.

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Perry County Ohio First Half Real Estate Taxes Are Due March 8, 2024

Perry County Ohio First Half Real Estate Taxes Are Due March 8, 2024

Perry County Ohio First Half 2023 Real Estate Taxes Are Due Friday, March 8, 2024. First Half 2024 Manufactured Home Taxes are also due Friday, March 8, 2024.

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Perry County Municipal Court Community Service Program Photos | 2024

Perry County Municipal Court Community Service Program Photos | 2024

The Perry County Municipal Court Community Service Program offers a way for people convicted of a misdemeanor to make reparations to the community. The Community Service Program works with County, Township, Village, and non-profit organizations within Perry County. People convicted of a misdemeanor may be fined, required to do Community Service, or a combination of both. Required Community Service hours typically range from 20 to 80 hours per conviction.

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Perry County Prevention Coalition Meeting | Tuesday, February 20, 2024

Perry County Prevention Coalition Meeting | Tuesday, February 20, 2024

Perry County Ohio Prevention Coalition Meeting is Tuesday, February 20, 2024 starting 1:00 p.m. at the New Lexington Village Hall - New Lexington, Ohio.

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New Lex PD vs FD Basketball Game | Friday, March 15, 2024

New Lex PD vs FD Basketball Game | Friday, March 15, 2024

The first annual New Lexington, Ohio Police Department vs Fire Department Basketball Game is Friday, March 15, 2024 starting 7:00 p.m. at the New Lexington High School Gym - New Lexington, Ohio. All proceeds to benefit the Drones for Police and Fire program.

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Red Cross: Communities urged to give blood as winter threat continues | February 12, 2024

Red Cross: Communities urged to give blood as winter threat continues | February 12, 2024

Feb. 12, 2024 — The American Red Cross urges donors to give blood or platelets now to continue to strengthen the national blood supply this month. The public can book a time to give by visiting RedCrossBlood.org, downloading the Red Cross Blood Donor App, or calling 1-800-RED CROSS. People of all blood types – especially type O blood donors, the most needed blood group by hospitals – and platelet donors are needed daily to ensure blood products are available for hospitals at a moment’s notice. In thanks for helping, all who come to give in February will get a $20 Amazon.com Gift Card by email. Details are available at RedCrossBlood.org/Heart.

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Upcoming Events
PCCC Easter Egg Hunt | Saturday, March 30, 2024 Mar 30, 2024 09:30 AM - 11:30 AM — Jim Rockwell Stadium - 101 3rd Ave, New Lexington, OH 43764
Perry County District Library Eclipse 2024 | Monday, April 1, 2024 Apr 01, 2024 06:00 PM - 07:00 PM — Perry County District Library Main Branch - 117 S Jackson St, New Lexington, OH 43764
JFS Career Fair | Thursday, April 4, 2024 Apr 04, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM — Perry County Opportunity Center - 5250 St Rt 37 E, New Lexington, OH 43764
Solar Eclipse in Perry County Ohio | Monday, April 8, 2024 Apr 08, 2024 03:05 PM - 03:20 PM — New Lexington, Ohio
Public Meeting for Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Input | Wednesday, April 10, 2024 Apr 10, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM — Conference Room - 212 S Main St Lower Level, New Lexington, OH 43764
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