Community Notes on The Tusk

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ONGOING & UPCOMING

  • The Tuscarawas County Genealogical Society invites you to their monthly meeting. Each meeting is held on the first Saturday of the month at 10AM at their office at 307 Center Street in Dennison. The society is also open to the public the 1st, 3rd, and 5th Tuesdays, 2nd, 3rd, and 5th Thursdays, and 1st and 2nd Saturdays of every month. Hours are 11AM to 3PM. For more information, contact their office at 740-922-0531.

  • The Community Center of Southern Tuscarawas in Port Washington hosts a soup social every Tuesday from 5PM to 7PM. This event is free to the community and everyone is welcome. Enjoy your choice of hearty soups with all the fixings. You can dine in or get it to go with carryout. For more information, find The Community Center of Southern Tuscarawas on Facebook.

  • The Tuscarawas County Public Library is offering museum passes this summer that allow adult cardholders to visit a variety of museums and attractions at no cost. Participating locations include destinations such as the Akron Zoo, Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens, the Canton Museum of Art, the Warther Museum & Gardens, and several others across Ohio. Passes are available to Tuscarawas County Public Library adult cardholders in good standing and are limited to one per household at a time. Passes can be reserved to check out for the day you plan to visit an attraction. For more information or to reserve a pass, visit tusclibrary.org or call 330-364-4474.

  • The Gnadenhutten Museum will host Second Saturday Community Breakfasts in June, July, and August as part of its Summer Series. Breakfast is open to the public and offered by donation, with organizers encouraging neighbors and friends to gather for food, conversation, and community fellowship. Guests can enjoy a hot meal and a relaxing morning while connecting with others in the community. The breakfasts will be held at the Gnadenhutten Museum. For more information, visit the Gnadenhutten Museum Facebook Page.

  • Share-A-Christmas is now scheduling appointments for its 2026 assistance program. Residents can call 330-343-6012 beginning July 6th through July 30th, Monday through Thursday from 9AM to 2PM, to reserve an application appointment. Applications must be completed in person at Emmanuel Lutheran Church during an assigned date and time in September. Applicants should bring a photo ID, proof of residency, and documentation of all household income, including wages, Social Security, disability benefits, child support, housing assistance, food stamps, and other sources of income. Only one person per household may attend the appointment, and children should not be brought along. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 330-343-6012.

  • Calling all young entrepreneurs! Take part in the Kids Artisan Market on Saturday, August 1st from 11AM to 2PM. Kids ages 7 to 17 can sell their handmade art, crafts, and more in the parking lot beside Fresh the Market in downtown New Philadelphia. You can pick up a sign up form at Alley Cats Marketplace or email alleycatsmarketplace@gmail.com. Completed forms must be returned directly to Alley Cats Marketplace no later than Tuesday, July 28th in order to participate. For more information, text Patty at 330-934-9105.

  • Ohio’s Hospice Pathways of Hope Grief Counseling Center is hosting Hope & Healing, a free five-week adult grief support group beginning Wednesday, September 3rd, from 10:30AM to noon at the Truman House in New Philadelphia. The group will be led by bereavement counseling professional Marissa Bryan and will provide support, education, and healthy coping strategies for adults experiencing grief. Participants will learn about common grief reactions, different grieving styles, and ways to navigate the healing process in a supportive environment. Registration is required. To register or learn more, call 330-365-9542 or email PathwaysofHope@OhiosHospice.org.

JULY 2026

  • The Freeport Volunteer Fire Department Fair will take place Friday, July 24th and Saturday, July 25th. The two-day event will include a parade, chicken BBQ, fish fry, live music, a craft & vendor show, a car cruise-in, and an auction. For more information, find the Freeport Fire Department on Facebook.

  • The Tuscarawas County Literacy Coalition will host a free document shredding and destruction event on Saturday, July 25th from 10AM to 12PM in the lower parking lot of First Federal Community Bank on the Boulevard. Safely dispose of sensitive personal and business documents, including tax records, medical records, legal paperwork, and financial statements. A maximum of four boxes per vehicle will be accepted, and electronic waste will not be collected. While the service is free, donations will be accepted to support the Literacy Coalition’s 2026 One Book, One Community program, and attendees are encouraged to bring new or gently used books for all ages. Participants must sign a waiver at the event, and materials cannot be dropped off before 10AM. For more information, visit tuscliteracy.org or find the Tuscarawas County Literacy Coalition on Facebook.

  • The Dover Public Library will host its first jigsaw puzzle competition on Saturday, July 25th at 2PM. There is space for six teams and a team can consist of one or two individuals. Each team will attempt to complete the same 500-piece puzzle within two hours. The top two teams will receive prizes. To register, visit www.doverlibrary.org/events or call 330-343-6123.

  • The Hail Mary Mile will take place on Saturday, July 25th at 6:30PM in Dennison. The event is presented by the Dennison Knights of Columbus and will help kick off the second day of the St. Mary’s Festival. This one-mile, point-to-point charity race will run along historic Second Street, with pre-race registration at the corner of 2nd Street and Sherman. The race features both a Youth Division for ages 13 and under and an Open Division for ages 14 and up, with cash prizes available for top finishers in the open category. Proceeds benefit St. Mary’s Church and School through the Knights of Columbus. To register, visit https://runsignup.com.

  • Historic Zoar Village will host its annual Zoar Antiques Show on Saturday, July 25th from 10AM to 5PM and Sunday, July 26th from 10AM to 4PM. The event features more than 60 antique dealers, artisans, and folk artists offering Americana, primitives, furniture, stoneware, artwork, and other unique treasures. Visitors can also enjoy live demonstrations of 19th-century skills including weaving, spinning, blacksmithing, butter churning, and kraut making, along with local food and tours of the village’s historic museums and exhibits. Admission is $14 for adults, and children 12 and under are free. For more information, visit historiczoarvillage.com.

AUGUST 2026

  • The Knights of Columbus in New Philadelphia will host their 4th annual car, truck, & motorcycle show and chicken BBQ on Saturday, August 1st from 11AM to 3PM. Registration begins at 9AM and dash plaques will be handed out to the first 50 cars. The entry fee is $10, which supports Iron Eagle K9, an organization that trains service dogs for veterans. Each entry is eligible for the $100 cash giveaway. Trophies will be awarded at 2PM. The day will also include music by DJ Jazzy Seth, a 50/50 drawing, and door prizes. For more information, contact Fred Caldwell at 330-407-5120.

  • The Tuscarawas County Public Library invites you to their second annual Fan Fest on Saturday, August 1st from 10:30AM to 4PM at the main library. Fan Fest is an all-age event that celebrates geeky curiosities and fandoms. In addition to a Cosplay Contest, Fan Fest will include panels, special performances, a ramen eating contest, a food truck, a Mugicians performance, crafts, a video game tournament, a fantasy drink café, and more. To sign up for the Cosplay Contest and view guidelines for acceptable attire, visit one of the library’s locations to pick up a form or request one by emailing tcplevents@tusclibrary.org. To register to attend Fan Fest, visit tusclibrary.org.

  • Fort Laurens Museum will present the Faces of the Revolution on Saturday, August 1st from 10AM to 2PM and Sunday, August 2nd from 10AM to 2PM. This program will feature speakers and presenters who will tell the stories of their part in the history of Fort Laurens and the American Revolution. There will be special presentations in the theatre throughout the day. For more information, visit https://www.fortlaurensmuseum.org.

  • Fort Laurens Museum will present public archaeology on Saturday, August 8th from 11AM to 4PM. You can see live archaeology done on-site at Fort Laurens. Visitors will be limited to one hour of screening time depending on the size of the audience. Presentations will be held afterward, showcasing discoveries found. For more information, find Fort Laurens Museum on Facebook.

  • The Trenton Haney Memorial Scholarship Fund will host a golf scramble on Sunday, August 9th at Oak Shadows Golf Course in New Philadelphia. The outing honors the life of Trenton Haney, a local youth who courageously battled childhood cancer, while raising funds for scholarships and support for families affected by childhood cancer. The event features an 8:30AM shotgun start, 18 holes of golf, a cart, lunch, contests, raffles, and more. Registration for a four-person team is $400, and sponsorship opportunities are available. For more information or to register, call 330-401-9768 or email Trentonhmsf@gmail.com.

  • DoverPhila Federal Credit Union and GoShred will host a free community shred event on Saturday, August 15th from 10AM to 12PM at DoverPhila administrative building parking lot on Fillmore Avenue in Dover. There is a limit of three banker boxes per vehicle. The event is for paper only and staples and paperclips do not need to be removed. This event will be held rain or shine. 

  • Uhrichsville McDonald’s will host their annual Traffic Jam car show and cruise in on Saturday, August 22nd. Registration will take from 10AM to 4PM. The registration fee is $10 and all vehicles are welcome. Judging begins at 4PM and the cruise starts at 7PM. The day will also include 20 trophies for the best cars, the mayor’s choice award, music, and a raffle for Akron RubberDucks tickets. The rain date for the event will be Sunday, August 23rd.

  • The Newcomerstown Historical Society will host the Treasure Trove Vendor & Craft Market on Saturday, August 22nd from 10AM to 4PM at the Olde Main Street Museum. Join them for a day of vintage finds, antiques, upcycled treasures, and handmade crafts, plus a gift basket raffle. You can reserve your vendor space at https://newcomerstownhistoricalsociety.org/events. Online reservations close August 15th.

  • A silent auction and dinner to benefit Miracles in Malawi will be held on Saturday, August 22nd from 6PM to 8PM at The Summit Dover. The dinner includes roast beef, scalloped potatoes, green beans, apple sauce, a dinner roll, and dessert. Tickets are $25 each and can be purchased by calling 330-340-2327. Proceeds from the event will go towards caring for orphans in Kasungu, Malawi. For more information, visit https://jjp-malawi.org.

SEPTEMBER 2026

  • The Mineral City Car Show returns on Saturday, September 5th from 11AM to 2PM at the corner of State Route 212 and New Cumberland Road in Mineral City. The annual event features more than 400 race cars, antique and classic cars, trucks, motorcycles, and ATVs. Registration is open from 9AM to 11AM with an $8 entry fee. The show will award 30 trophies.