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Ohio Genealogical Society- Fairfield Chapter Meeting
2026-03-19 18:30 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Genealogical Research Library, 503 Lenwood Drive, Lancaster, OH, 43130, United States
The Ohio Genealogical Society, Fairfield County Chapter, meeting is March 19, 2026, at the Genealogical Research Library, 503 Lenwood Drive in Lancaster.
Refreshments at 6:30 pm, business meeting at 7:00 pm, followed by the progam on obits with F. Eric Smith of the F.E. Smith Funeral Home.
ALL are welcome.

OLMC Fish Fry
2026-03-20 16:30 - 18:30, 2026-03-27 16:30 - 18:30 | Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Social Hall, 5133 Walnut Street, Buckeye Lake, OH, 43008, United States
Our Lady of Mt. Carmel in Buckeye Lake is having a fish fry each Friday during Lent.

Annual Lenten Fish Fry
2026-03-20 16:30 - 19:00, 2026-03-27 16:30 - 19:00 | Church of the Ascension, 555 South Main Street, Johnstown, OH, 43031, United States
Knights of Columbus Council 4324 Hosts Annual Lenten Fish Fry at Church of the Ascension in Johnstown, Ohio
Johnstown, Ohio – February 6, 2026 – The Knights of Columbus at Church of the Ascension invites the community to join them for their traditional Annual Lenten Fish Fry, a beloved Lenten tradition offering delicious, affordable meals every Friday during the season of Lent.
The fish fries will take place on the following dates from 4:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.:
* February 20, 2026
* February 27, 2026
* March 6, 2026
* March 13, 2026
* March 20, 2026
* March 27, 2026
Location:
Church of the Ascension
555 South Main Street
Johnstown, Ohio 43031
Menu options include:
* 2-piece fish meal: $13
* 1-piece fish meal: $9
Each dinner features baked or fried fish, your choice of baked potato or fries, coleslaw or applesauce, bread, dessert, and beverage.
Payment accepted by cash, credit card, or check (made payable to Knights of Columbus). Children 5 and under dine in for free. Carry-out service is available for convenience.
This family-friendly event is open to everyone in the Johnstown community and surrounding areas. Come enjoy a hearty meal, fellowship, and support this cherished Lenten observance sponsored by the Knights of Columbus Council at Church of the Ascension.
For more information, visit the Church of the Ascension Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/johnstownascension
About Church of the Ascension
Church of the Ascension is a vibrant Catholic parish in Johnstown, Ohio, dedicated to keeping Christ at the center of hearts, families, homes, and community life.
About Knights of Columbus
The Knights of Columbus is a Catholic fraternal organization committed to charity, unity, fraternity, and patriotism, serving parishes and communities through various outreach efforts, including this annual fish fry.
Media Contact:
Church of the Ascension Parish Office
Phone: (740) 967-7871
Email: office@cotaj.org website www.cotaj.org

St. Margaret of Cortona Church Fish Fry
2026-03-20 16:30 - 19:30, 2026-03-27 16:30 - 19:30 | St. Margaret of Cortona Church, 1600 N. Hague Avenue, Columbus, OH, 43204, United States
Bring your family and friends to the “Best Fish Fry Dinner in Town!” at St. Margaret of Cortona Church, 1600 N. Hague Avenue, Columbus 43204 from 4:30 – 7:30 PM. No Waiting in Line after you get your ticket! Our friendly servers wait on you at your table!
Enjoy a delicious Gourmet Dinner of Hand Beer-Battered & Deep Fried Ocean Perch, or Oven Baked Cod with a delicious golden-brown creamy sauce that just melts in your mouth! We also offer a home-made Macaroni & Cheese Dinner for those who don’t eat fish.
The dinner comes complete with your choice of 2-sides: French Fries, Baked Potato, Sweet Potato, Macaroni & Cheese, Cole Slaw, or Applesauce. FREE Drinks, FREE Homemade Desserts, and Roll & Butter are all included with your meal. Carry-outs are available at the door. Adult beverages and “Non-Alcoholic” Beer are available. Seniors – $17.00, Adults – $18.00, Children 10 & under – $7.00, and Children 3 & under eat free. Special family pricing; $40.00 for two adults and all of their children. All firefighters, police, first responders and clergy members eat for free! Our dinners include a FREE Homemade Dessert and a FREE beverage (everything included!)

Dinner at the Center: Free Community Dinner
2026-03-26 17:00 - 18:30 | The Look Up Center, 50 O'Bannon Ave, Newark, OH - Ohio, 43055
*You’re Invited: Dinner at the Center!!**
Join us THURSDAY, **MARCH 26, 2026**, for another evening of great food and even better community connections at **Dinner at the Center** — a cherished tradition at the Look Up Center!

3rd Annual Community Easter Egg Hunt
2026-03-28 13:00 - 16:00 | Foundation Park, 10255 McIntosh Rd, Pataskala, OH, 43062, United States

**CANCELED** Spring Blood Drive
2026-04-02 10:00 - 16:00 | Newark Fire Station 1, 75 S. 4th Street, Newark, OH, 43055, United States
**DUE TO A LACK OF DONORS, THE RED CROSS HAS DECIDED TO CANCEL THIS BLOOD DRIVE. TO FIND A BLOOD DRIVE NEAR YOU VISIT REDCROSSBLOOD.ORG**

Newark Fire Department and the American Red Cross will be hosting a spring blood drive on Thursday, April 2, 2026 from 10 am to 4 pm at Newark Fire Station #1 located at 75 S. 4th Street.

LCBDD Monthly Board Meeting
2026-04-15 16:45 - 18:00, 2026-05-20 16:45 - 18:00 | Licking County Board of DD, 116 N 22nd St, Newark, OH, 43055, United States
Monthly Licking County Board of DD Meeting
Held at 116 N. 22nd Street
Meeting Room 110
Newark, Ohio 43055
Committee Meetings begin at 4:45 p.m. and Board Meetings are held immediately after at 5:00p.m.

Heath Moundbuilders Kiwanis Meeting
2026-04-16 18:00 - 19:00 | Park Lanes Bowling Center, 701 Hopewell Dr., Heath, OH, 43056, United States
Regular meeting. Come join us for our meeting and our guest speaker from Big Brothers Big Sisters. Visitors are always welcome.

Ohio Genealogical Society- Fairfield Chapter Meeting
2026-04-16 18:30 - 20:00 | Genealogical Research Library, 503 Lenwood Drive, Lancaster, OH, 43130, United States
The Ohio Genealogical Society, Fairfield County Chapter meeting is April 16, 2026, at the Genealogical Research Library, 503 Lenwood Drive in Lancaster.
Refreshments at 6:30 pm, business meeting at 7:00 pm,, followed by the program, a documentary on the Walker sisters.
ALL are welcome.

17th Annual CIRC Conference
2026-04-17 09:00 - 12:00 | The Reese Center on the OSU Newark/COTC Campus, 1209 University Drive, Newark, OH, 43055, United States
Join us as we welcome back acclaimed poet and speaker Sara Abou Rashed and discover how cultural connections create practical ways to build inclusive, multicultural communities where everyone belongs. Spend your morning being inspired, engaging in rich conversation, and learning best practices for creating positive, lasting change. You’ll walk away with practical tools for shaping neighborhoods, schools, and workplaces where everyone feels truly valued!
Visit https://www.unitedwaylc.org/circ26/ for more details.

Rummage & Bake Sale
2026-04-17 09:00 - 15:00, 2026-04-18 09:00 - 12:00 | St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, 67 N 5th Street, Newark, OH, 43055, United States
St. Paul’s will host our annual rummage, antiques, collectables, and bake sale on Friday, April 17th from 9:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M. and Saturday, April 18th from 9:00 A.M. to Noon. We will have an ‘Antique and Collectables’ room for Items of greater value.
These items will be valued and priced individually. The committee has voted that the proceeds from this year’s event will be donated to Holy Trinity’s Drop-in Center and Warming Center. Come early for the best selection.

Rotary Taste of Granville 2026
2026-04-18 17:00 - 20:00 | Bryn Du Mansion Field House, 537 Jones Rd, Granville, OH, 43023, United States
We’re back in April for 2026! Join us for an amazing afternoon of local food, music, wine & beer.

The 2026 Taste of Granville returns to it’s usual April date and will provide an amazing evening of food, music, wine & beer in support of the incredible work of the Granville Rotary Foundation both locally and abroad. Order your tickets now!
Granville Rotary announces the 10th Annual Taste of Granville, to be held on Saturday, April 18 at the Bryn Du Mansion from 5-8 pm (4 PM Table Early Access). This is the tenth year of this successful (and fun!) event to support the great work of the Granville Rotary Foundation that provides scholarships, local service projects and clean water and literacy programs in Haiti. The event features the best of local food, beer, wine, spirits and music on the beautiful Bryn Du Mansion grounds.
Taste of Granville will be held at the Bryn Du Mansion Fieldhouse. The club will also utilize outdoor spaces to host a Food Truck Rodeo in addition to featuring local restaurants, caterers and food service providers. The event will also feature music on site.

Heisey Wind Ensemble Presents “Evening at Pops”
2026-04-18 19:30 - 21:00 | The Reese Center on the OSU Newark/COTC Campus, 1209 University Drive, Newark, OH, 43055, United States
The Heisey Wind Ensemble will continue their 41st Season with a concert titled Evening at Pops on Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 7:30 p.m. The concert will be held at the John W. Alford Performing Arts Hall in the John Gilbert Reese Center on the campus of The Ohio State University at Newark and Central Ohio Technical College.
Dr. Russel Mikkelson has selected six pieces that celebrate the upcoming 250th birthday of our country, three pieces showcasing music from popular movies, and a tribute to New Orleans style Dixieland music featuring a group of our own outstanding musicians. Selections include Let Freedom Ring by Ryan Nowlin, Overture to The Cowboys by John Williams, Selections from Wicked by Stephen Schwartz, American Civil War Fantasy by Jerry Bilik, Armed Forces Salute, America the Beautiful and the official National March of the United States of America, The Stars and Stripes Forever by John Philip Sousa.
The HWE, formed in 1985, is recognized as one of Ohio’s finest adult concert bands. Membership is by audition only and includes outstanding musicians from Licking, Franklin, Fairfield, Guernsey, Delaware, Coshocton, and Muskingum counties. The band has been selected to perform at conventions of the Ohio Music Education Association (OMEA) and the American School Band Directors Association (ASBDA). The first rehearsal for the HWE was on February 1, 1985, and the first concert was on June 10, 1985. The group has performed 165 concerts to date.
Andrew Blosser will sing The Last Measure of Devotion with the band. “The last full measure of devotion” is a famous phrase from President Abraham Lincoln’s 1863 Gettysburg Address, signifying the ultimate sacrifice of life made by soldiers for a higher cause. It urges the living to ensure those who died in the Civil War did not die in vain. Dr. Blosser currently serves as an assistant teaching professor at The Ohio State University, where he teaches applied voice, voice literature, opera history, and diction courses.
The remaining concert in the 2025-2026 Season is the HWE Big Band on Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 7:30 pm at the Reese Center on the Newark Campus of OSU and COTC.
Tickets for HWE concerts are available only at the door. Adults are $15, seniors (60+) are $10 and students are $5. Additional information can be found at the band’s web site at www.heiseywindensemble.org

'Still Be My Vision' Concert
2026-04-19 18:00 - 20:00 | First United Methodist Church, 88 N 5th Street, Newark, 43055
The 70-voice Coshocton Community Choir, including auditioned singers traveling from 11 Ohio counties, will share selections from its Spring concert, ‘Still Be My Vision,’ at 6:00 p.m. on Sunday, April 19, 2026, at the First United Methodist Church, 88 North 5th Street, Newark, OH. The concert will feature a selection of sacred and secular choral music, including arrangements and settings of familiar Easter hymns, classical works, spirituals and more.
There is no cost to attend the concert, and a free-will offering will be accepted to help meet the expenses involved in preparing for concerts and carrying out the organization’s mission.
“We are singing a new piece for us this year, ‘Be Thou My Vision’,” shared the choir’s founder and director, Charles R. Snyder, “and I felt that piece was a perfect one to build the concert theme around. It seems so fitting that during our world’s current uncertain times, to remember that we still need this positive focus.”
Other concert selections include ‘Do Not Be Afraid’; ‘Hark, I Hear the Harps Eternal’; ‘Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring’; ‘We Walk By Faith’; and ‘Hallelujah’ from Messiah. The concert will also include special settings of familiar sacred tunes including ‘St. Theodulph’s Hymn (All Glory, Laud and Honor)’; ‘Sing to God a Joyful Song!’; ‘Amazing Grace’; ‘Lift High the Cross’; and ‘It Is Well With My Soul’.
“Some of these numbers you’ve heard over the years, including many that are very powerful songs that we hope will inspire you and renew your faith,” continued Snyder.
Now in its 55th season, the Coshocton Community Choir was organized in 1971 by Snyder, an accomplished Ohio teacher, choral conductor, and church musician. Since its founding, more than 900 singers have sung with the Choir, which has become known for its renditions of sacred a cappella literature. The Choir’s singers, who come from all backgrounds, vocations and walks of life, rehearse together weekly through the fall and winter and traditionally perform a narrated Christmas concert and spring concerts. For more information about the Choir, visit coshoctoncommunitychoir.org.

NHO Community Health Fair
2026-04-25 10:00 - 12:00 | OhioCAN Change Addiction Now/Newark Homeless Outreach, 184 East Main Street, Newark, OH, 43055, United States

2nd Presbyterian Church Presents: ProArte Ohio Vocal Ensemble "American Portrait"
2026-04-25 19:00 - 21:00 | 2nd Presbyterian Church, 43 E Church St., Newark, OH, 43055, United States

'Still Be My Vision' Concert
2026-04-26 15:00 - 18:00 | Coshocton High School’s McKinley Auditorium, 1205 Cambridge Rd, Coshocton, 43812, United States
The Coshocton Community Choir, including auditioned singers traveling from eleven Ohio counties, will share its Spring concert, ‘Still Be My Vision’, at 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, April 26, 2026, at Coshocton High School’s McKinley Auditorium.
The concert, including the Coshocton Youth Chorale, The Coshocton Singers, The Roscoe Brass and other instrumentalists, will feature a selection of sacred and secular choral music, including arrangements and settings of familiar hymns, classical works, spirituals and more.
There is no cost to attend the concert this year, although a free-will offering will be accepted to help meet the expenses involved in preparing for concerts and carrying out the organization’s mission.
“We are singing a new piece for us this year, ‘Be Thou My Vision’,” shared director Charles R. Snyder, “and I felt that piece was a perfect one to build the concert theme around. It seems so fitting that during our world’s current uncertain times, to remember that we still need this positive focus.”
Other concert selections include ‘Do Not Be Afraid’; ‘Hark, I Hear the Harps Eternal’; ‘Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring’; ‘We Walk By Faith’; and ‘Hallelujah’ from Messiah. The concert will also include special settings of familiar sacred tunes including ‘St. Theodulph’s Hymn (All Glory, Laud and Honor)’; ‘Sing to God a Joyful Song!’; ‘Amazing Grace’; ‘Lift High the Cross’; and ‘It Is Well With My Soul’.
“Some of these numbers you’ve heard over the years, including many that are very powerful songs that we hope will inspire you and renew your faith,” continued Snyder.
Now in its 55th season, the Coshocton Community Choir was organized in 1971 by Snyder, an accomplished Ohio teacher, choral conductor, and church musician. Since its founding, more than 900 singers have sung with the Choir, which has become known for its renditions of sacred a cappella literature. The Choir’s singers, who come from all backgrounds, vocations and walks of life, rehearse together weekly through the fall and winter and traditionally perform a narrated Christmas concert and spring concerts. For more information about the Choir, visit coshoctoncommunitychoir.org.

Kentucky Derby Jubilee
2026-05-02 05:30 - 19:30 | Doubletree by Hilton Newark, 50 N 2nd Street, Newark, OH, 43055, United States
United Way of Licking County Women United affinity group would like to cordially invite you to our 2nd Annual Kentucky Derby Jubilee Fundraiser on May 2nd at the DoubleTree by Hilton.
We will celebrate the greatest 2 minutes in history while sipping on themed drinks, enjoying themed food, playing exciting games, voting on our favorite competing horses, and supporting a meaningful cause. Proceeds will go towards funding Women United’s annual project awards going to local organizations working to uplift women, children, and families in the community.
Bring your favorite hat or fascinator, and come in your Kentucky Derby attire as there will be a best-dressed competition to get in the spirit of friendly competition!
Attendees may register on our website by visiting https://www.unitedwaylc.org/events/

MCO Spring Concert
2026-05-03 15:00 - 17:00 | Ascension Lutheran Church, 1479 Morse Rd, Columbus, OH, 43229, United States

National Day of Prayer “Prayer Around the Square”
2026-05-07 07:00 - 19:00 | Prayer Around The Square, 1 Public Square, Newark, OH, 43055, United States
The annual National Day of Prayer “Prayer Around the Square” for Licking County will be held at the Public Square in Newark, Ohio from 7 am to 7 pm on Thursday, May 7th. There will be 16 prayer stations posted around the Square. You are invited to participate any time during the day to make personal prayers of repentance and intercession for the sins of our communities and nation. This year’s theme is “A Time To Repent” from the scripture Mark 1:14-15.

Ohio Genealogical Society- Fairfield Chapter Meeting
2026-05-21 18:30 - 20:00 | Genealogical Research Library, 503 Lenwood Drive, Lancaster, OH, 43130, United States
The Ohio Genealogical Society, Fairfield County Chapter meeting is May 21st, 2026, at the Genealogical Research Library, 503 Lenwood Drive in Lancaster.
Refreshments at 6:30 pm, business meeting at 7:00 pm., followed by the program. Please bring an old family photo of yourself.
All are welcome.

The Heath Taste of Summer and Car Show
2026-06-13 12:00 - 16:00 | Davis-Shai House, 301 Central Pkwy, Heath, OH, 43056, United States
Celebrate summer with us at our Annual Heath Taste of Summer & Car Show! Join us for an afternoon filled with classic cars, great food, music, and summer fun.
Stroll through an exciting lineup of cars, grab something delicious from the food trucks, and enjoy music from our live DJ while soaking up the sunshine. Bring your friends and family – this event is free for the public to attend!
Car registration begins at 11 am. There is a $15 registration fee at the door – cash only. You can pre-register with a credit card by calling Denise at 740-788-8942.
We’ll have a 50/50 raffle and awards ceremony during the event!
Whether you’re entering a car or just coming to enjoy the atmosphere, this is a great way to celebrate summer in Heath. We hope to see you there!

Church Rummage Sale
2026-06-20 09:00 - 14:00 | Neal Avenue United Methodist Church, 12 Neal Ave, Newark, OH, 43055, United States
Neal Avenue United Methodist Church will be holding a rummage sale Saturday, June 20th from 9am-2pm at 12 Neal Ave in Newark.
Proceeds will help support painting of our sanctuary. Come out and support us and find some treasures to take home. You never know what you might find!!
Head West on Main Street from State Route 79. Just a few blocks away.

43rd Annual Doo Dah Parade
2026-07-04 12:00 - 17:00 | Short North Arts District, 120 W. Goodale Blv., Columbus, OH, 43206, United States
The wacky annual Doo Dah Parade, which is a cultural legacy of Columbus and the Short North Arts District, is known for its diversity and passion for art. Vibrant people march and express their unique humorous thoughts about social, political, civic, or other issues. Nothing and no one are safe from satire. The Doo Dah Parade will have Less-Than-Grand Marshals Walker & Annie Evans, ColumbusUnderground.com’s Founders and Editors-In-Chief, cruising in the parade waving and doing selfies and most likely forming another story from their experience.
The Doo Dah parade is free to march in or to watch, and no registration is required. The day is complete with an all-day free entry to the block party, with free live music. The parade route lines up at 12:00pm on Park Street and at 1:00pm parades west on Buttles Avenue, south on Dennison Avenue, west on Collins Street, north on Neil Avenue, east on W. Second Avenue, south on N. High Street, and ends at W. Russell Street. Heads back to Goodale Park for the Afterglow Party (11a-7p).
