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Perry County Waste Reduction and Recycling Eco-Tips | November 2023
In America, 305 million pounds of food get wasted from Thanksgiving Dinner. Avoid Food Waste this Thanksgiving: Only buy what you will use/eat. Don’t overfill your plate. Send leftovers home with guests. Store leftovers properly so they last longer.
JFS "SNAP" Cooking Class | Tuesday, November 21, 2023
Perry County Ohio Job and Family Services is hosting a SNAP-Ed cooking class on Tuesday, November 21, 2023 from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Perry County Opportunity Center - New Lexington, Ohio.
Perry County Angel Tree Request For Gifts | November 15, 2023
The Perry County Ohio Angel Tree Committee is requesting gifts for families in need. Pick an angel off an Angel Tree. Please try to have your gift(s) back by December 1, 2023. Gifts will be given out to families the week of December 4, 2023.
New Lexington Christmas Parade | Friday, December 1, 2023
The Perry County Community Club is holding the New Lexington Christmas Parade on Friday, December 1, 2023. Line up starts at 5:30 p.m. at the Jim Rockwell Football Stadium - New Lexington, Ohio.
Alzheimer's Alliance of Perry County Caregiver Support Groups
The Alzheimer's Alliance of Perry County in partnership with the Alzheimer’s Association Greater Cincinnati Chapter hold Caregiver Support Group meetings the second and fourth Tuesday of every month from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Perry County Senior Center - New Lexington, Ohio.
Perry County RSVP Haircut Gift Cards for Veterans | November 13, 2023
Perry County Ohio RSVP (Retired Senior Volunteer Program) volunteers delivered haircut gift cards for Veterans on Monday, November 13, 2023.
OSU Extension Diabetes Classes in November - National Diabetes Awareness Month | November 6, 13, and 20, 2023
Join Ohio State University Extension’s Diabetes Team's live online diabetes classes Mondays November 6, 13, and 20, 2023 at noon. Registration is required.
Perry County Park District Board Meeting | Monday, November 13, 2023
The Perry County Ohio Park District Board of Park Commissioners announces that the November Board Meeting will be held on Monday, November 13, 2023 starting at 3:30 p.m. at the Hoover Center Theater - 125 E Main St, Glenford, Ohio 43739.
New Lexington Fire and EMS Department Toy Drive | Drop-Off Saturday, December 2, 2023
The New Lexington Ohio Fire and EMS Department Toy Drive Drop-Off is Saturday, December 2, 2023 from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the New Lexington Fire Station - New Lexington, Ohio.
Blood Drive American Legion Post 71 Roseville | Friday, December 1, 2023
The American Legion Post 71 is hosting an American Red Cross Blood Drive on Friday, December 1, 2023 from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the American Legion Post 71 - Roseville, Ohio.
Give blood, celebrate the 20th Anniversary of the film “Elf” | November 9, 2023
Nov. 9, 2023 — For many, watching the classic holiday movie “Elf” has been a heartwarming tradition for 20 years. This November, the American Red Cross is encouraging people to add a new tradition as the holiday season begins: Spread cheer with a blood or platelet donation. To celebrate the 20th Anniversary of the film “Elf,” and create holiday cheer, all who come to give Nov. 10-30 will receive an exclusive pair of “Elf” + Red Cross socks, while supplies last. For more details, visit RedCrossBlood.org/Elf.
Alzheimer's Alliance of Perry County Holiday Craft Fair | Saturday, November 18, 2023
The Alzheimer's Alliance of Perry County presents their Holiday Craft Fair on Saturday, November 18, 2023 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Mount Aloysius Activity Center - New Lexington, Ohio.
SE Ohio Foodbank Hosts Food Distribution for Perry County Residents | Thursday, November 9, 2023
New Lexington, OH - The SE Ohio Foodbank, a program of Hocking Athens Perry Community Action (HAPCAP), will distribute food for Perry County residents at the Perry County Fairgrounds from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m on Thursday, November 9, 2023. Fresh produce and other food items will be available for residents who qualify for state benefits or with incomes under 200% of Federal Poverty Guidelines. Presented by CareSource Ohio.
Buckeye Bookworms Virtual Book Club | Thursdays October 12 and 26, November 9 and 16, 2023
Ohio State University Extension is holding virtual Buckeye Bookworms Virtual Book Club Zoom meetings Thursdays October 12 and 26, November 9 and 16, 2023 from from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Rush Creek Brownfields Community Tour | Saturday, November 18, 2023
Join Rural Action for a Rush Creek watershed tour on Saturday, November 18, 2023 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.. Beginning at the Perry County District Library - New Lexington, Ohio. Continuing on to Shawnee, Ohio.
MHRSB Explores Language Matters | Monday, November 6, 2023
The Mental Health and Recovery Services Board explores the language of addiction on Monday, November 6, 2023 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. and from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the PBHC Activity Center - New Lexington, Ohio.
Shawnee Farmers Holiday Market | Saturday, November 18, 2023
Shawnee is hosting a Farmers Holiday Market on Saturday, November 18, 2023 from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Tecumseh Theater - 116 Main St, Shawnee, OH 43782.
HAPCAP Winter Crisis Program Begins | Wednesday, November 1, 2023
(GLOUSTER, OH) - The Winter Crisis Program at Hocking Athens Perry Community Action (HAPCAP) will begin on November 1, 2023. Residents of Hocking, Athens, and Perry Counties may schedule their appointments by calling (740) 868-1908.
Judge Luann Cooperrider Presents The .22-Caliber Killers Case | Friday, December 8, 2023
Judge Luann Cooperrider presents The .22-Caliber Killers Case on Friday, December 8, 2023 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Millersport Coffee - Millersport, Ohio. Proceeds benefit Buckeye Lake Museum.
Health and Wellness Event | Saturday, October 28, 2023
The New Straitsville Fire Department is hosting a Health and Wellness Event on Saturday, October 28, 2023 from 8:30 a.m. to 12 noon at the New Straitsville Fire Department - New Straitsville, Ohio.
Coffee with some Commissioners | Tuesday, October 31, 2023
The next “Coffee with some Commissioners” breakfast will be Tuesday, October 31, 2023 from 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. at Dodson’s on Broadway. Tony Davis with Peoples State Bank will our featured speaker.
Shawnee Craft Fair | Saturday, November 18, 2023
Shawnee is hosting a Craft Fair on Saturday, November 18, 2023 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on 2nd Street - Shawnee, Ohio.
Red Cross: Donation appointments critical in coming weeks | October 26, 2023
Oct. 26, 2023 — As October comes to a close, the American Red Cross urges blood and platelet donors to make and keep donation appointments now to help hospitals restock blood products for patients ahead of the holiday season. Donors of all blood types are needed, especially type O blood donors and those giving platelets to help recover from a significant shortfall in donations throughout late summer and fall. As a thank-you, and to celebrate the 20th Anniversary of the film Elf and create holiday cheer, all who come to give Nov. 10-30 will receive an exclusive pair of Elf + Red Cross socks, while supplies last. Visit RedCrossBlood.org/Elf for details.
Governor DeWine Orders Flags Lowered In Remembrance of the Lewiston, Maine Shooting Victims | Thursday, October 26, 2023
(COLUMBUS, Ohio)—In accordance with the order issued by the President of the United States of America and in remembrance of the victims of the shooting in Lewiston, Maine, Governor DeWine has ordered that the flags of the United States and the State of Ohio shall be flown at half-staff upon all public buildings and grounds throughout the State of Ohio until sunset on October 30, 2023.
Perry County Bd. of Developmental Disabilities Hosts Transition Resources | October 25, 2023
Perry County Ohio Bd. of Developmental Disabilities Hosts Transition Resources: Employment Supports on Wednesday, October 25, 2023 from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at Couch Connections Center - New Lexington, Ohio. Please RSVP by October 20, 2023.
Perry Housing Coalition Fundraiser | Saturday, October 21, 2023
The Perry County Ohio Housing Coalition is holding a fundraiser on Saturday, October 21, 2023 from 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at St. Rose Community Center - New Lexington, Ohio.
MCVFD Soup Supper | Saturday, November 4, 2023
The Monday Creek Volunteer Fire Department is hosting their Soup Supper Fundraiser on Saturday, November 4, 2023 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Maxville Community Center - SR 668 S of Junction City, Ohio. All proceeds benefit Monday Creek Twp. Volunteer Fire Department.
Caring for Kids Auction | Saturday, November 4, 2023
The Perry County Ohio Community Club is holding their 39th Annual Caring for Kids Auction on Saturday, November 4, 2023 at the St. Rose Parish Community Center - New Lexington, Ohio. Doors open at 5:00 p.m.
