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New Lexington Fall Festival | September 17 and 18, 2021
New Lexington Ohio will be holding their Fall Festival on Friday, September 17, 2021 from 12:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. and Saturday, September 18, 2021 from 12:00 p.m. to Midnight on Main Street - New Lexington, Ohio.
August is Child Support Awareness Month | 2021
August is Child Support Awareness Month. Green is the theme on Wednesday, August 4, 2021.
Blood shortage continues: Red Cross needs donors now | July 12, 2021
July 12, 2021— While donors across the country have rolled up a sleeve to give this summer, the need for blood and platelets remains crucial for patients relying on lifesaving transfusions. The American Red Cross continues to experience a severe blood shortage and donors of all blood types – especially type O and those giving platelets – are urged to make an appointment to give now. Right now, the Red Cross needs to collect more than 1,000 additional blood donations each day to meet current demand as hospitals respond to an unusually high number of traumas and emergency room visits, organ transplants and elective surgeries.
Flag Lowering - August 31, 2021
In honoring the lives lost to overdose and in order to recognize and raise awareness for Ohio Overdose Awareness Day, Mike DeWine, Governor of the State of Ohio, proclaims 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 from sunrise until sunset on Tuesday, August 31, 2021.
Flag Lowering - May 15, 2021
In honoring Peace Officer Memorial Day and Police Week, Mike DeWine, Governor of the State of Ohio, proclaims 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 from sunrise until sunset on Saturday, May 15, 2021.
Local volunteers and blood donors needed for busy disaster season | August 9, 2021
Monday August 9, 2021— Many weather experts predict a destructive hurricane season this year. The American Red Cross needs volunteers to help on the ground and blood and platelet donors to roll up a sleeve to maintain a stable blood supply in the face of emergencies. “We’re preparing for another extremely busy disaster season, and it’s critical to have a trained, ready volunteer workforce to make sure we can provide relief at a moment’s notice,” said Stephanie Byrd, Executive Director for the Central & Southern Ohio Region of the American Red Cross. “This year’s wildfire season is already very active and dangerous because of the severe drought and dry woodlands across the west. And experts are predicting we could see 10 or more hurricanes in the upcoming weeks.”
Perry County Longbeards Jakes Day | September 18, 2021
The Perry County Ohio Longbeards will be holding their Jakes Day Family Event on Saturday, September 18, 2021 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Perry County Gun Club - New Lexington, Ohio.
Perry County OSU Extension and Soil and Water Conservation District Open House | August 27, 2021
The Perry County OSU Extension and the Soil and Water Conservation District are holding an open house on Friday, August 27, 2021 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at their new location - 212 S Main St - Lower Level, New Lexington, Ohio.
Never Alone Ohio Community Walk and Fundraiser | August 29, 2021
Never Alone Ohio is holding a Community Walk and Fundraiser on Sunday, August 29, 2021 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. starting at Jim Rockwell Stadium - New Lexington, Ohio.
Women's Cancer Screening Clinic in Shawnee | August 17, 2021
The Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine Community Health Programs in collaboration with OhioHealth Mobile Mammography will be holding a Women's Cancer Screening Clinic on Tuesday, August 17, 2021 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Tecumseh Theater - Shawnee, Ohio.
The August Perry Neighborhood Connection Meeting | August 17, 2021
The August Perry Neighborhood Connection Meeting will be a Wildflower Walk and Benefits of Foraging discussion on Tuesday, August 17, 2021 starting at 8:00 a.m. at the Clay Center of Ohio, Roseville.
Shawnee Second Saturday | July 10, 2021
Shawnee Second Saturday is on Saturday, July 10, 2021 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. on Historic Main Street - Shawnee, Ohio.
Flag Lowering - Memorial Day, Monday, May 31, 2021
In honor of Memorial Day, Mike DeWine, Governor of the State of Ohio, proclaims 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 from sunrise until noon on Monday, May 31, 2021.
Buckeye Lake Life and More | June 3, 2021
(Buckeye Lake, Ohio) Thursday June 3 the Buckeye Lake Museum & Historical Society presents “Buckeye Lake Life and More.” This event will take place at the Buckeye Lake Museum - 4729 Walnut Rd, Buckeye Lake, Ohio from 6:00-8:00 pm for one night only.
HAPCAP’s Summer Crisis Program beginning July 1, 2021
GLOUSTER, OH - Starting June 21, Hocking Athens Perry Community Action (HAPCAP) will be scheduling appointments for its 2021 Summer Crisis Program. The Summer Crisis Program will provide eligible households with a one-time benefit to assist with electric utility bills, central air conditioning repairs, and air conditioning unit and/or fan purchases. The program will be open from July 1 to September 30, 2021.
Events at the Somerset Artists' Co-op Month of MAY 2021
Events at the Somerset Ohio Artists' Co-op Month of MAY 2021
Flag Lowering - August 26, 2021
In honoring the lives of the U.S. service members and other victims killed in the terrorist attack in Kabul, Afghanistan, Mike DeWine, Governor of the State of Ohio, proclaims 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 Monday, August 30, 2021.
Perry County Veterans Service Commission Open House | August 6, 2021
The Perry County Ohio Veterans Service Commission is hosting an open house on Friday, August 6, 2021 from 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Veterans Service Commission Office - New Lexington, Ohio.
New Lex Fireworks Fundraiser | June 5, 2021
The New Lexington Ohio Fireworks Committee is holding a fundraiser on Saturday, June 5, 2021 starting at 9:00 a.m. at the intersection of East Broadway and Carroll St.
DVO Catfish fishing day Sandusky Bay, Lake Erie | June 5, 2021
Disabled Veterans Outdoors (DVO) is holding a catfish fishing day at Sandusky Bay, Lake Erie on Saturday, June 5, 2021.
Need a Summer 2021 Job? Age 14 - 24? Perry County Resident?
Need a Summer 2021 Job? Age 14 - 24? Perry County Ohio Resident? Combination of hands-on work and virtual training programs. Look for applications in your school or pick one up at: OhioMeansJobs – Perry County.
Perry County Subsidized Youth Employment Program | 2021
Hocking Athens Perry Community Action (HAPCAP) and Perry County OhioMeansJobs are seeking Perry County Ohio employers of all kinds to take part in our summer 2021 Subsidized Youth Employment Program.
June - July 2021 Events at the Somerset Artists' Co-Op
Dear Friends of the Somerset Artists' Co-Op - Somerset Artists Coop is pleased to announce another opportunity for local artists to sell their work through an online marketplace. SPICE, the Southern Perry Incubation Center for Entrepreneurs, has developed the “Heart to Home” program to help spur economic activity for artists and small business owners. Please see the attached flyer and check it out.
Cruise-In-For-A-Cause | August 28, 2021
Auto Obsession is holding their 2nd annual Car Show/Cruise-In-For-A-Cause on Saturday, August 28, 2021 from 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Auto Obsession - New Lexington, Ohio. Proceeds to benefit the Perry County Ohio Cancer Alliance.
Perry County District Library Free Concert | June 11, 2021
Perry County Ohio District Library is holding a free concert on Friday, June 11, 2021 starting 6:00 p.m. at the New Lexington Library front lawn. Featuring The Perry Morgan Pickers.
Perry County District Library Summer Reading 2021
Perry County Ohio District Library Summer Reading 2021. Programs for all ages. Registration begins June 1, 2021.
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day | June 15, 2021
Perry County Ohio residents 60 and older: join us to raise awareness around senior safety! Tuesday, June 15, 2021 from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Perry County Fairgrounds. Drive-thru event. Wellness kit and other promo items. Lunch provided. No pre-registration required.
Perry Neighborhood Connection Meeting | June 15, 2021
The June Perry Neighborhood Connection virtual meeting will be June 15, 2021 starting at 9:00 a.m.
The Governor's Office of Faith-Based and Community Initiatives will release new TANF grant opportunities on April 15, 2021
The Governor's Office of Faith-Based and Community Initiatives will release new TANF grant opportunities on April 15, 2021.
