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Shawnee Farmers Market | Friday, June 7, 2024
Shawnee Farmers Market is Friday, June 7, 2024 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Shawnee, Ohio
Third Annual Summer Splash with Dad Pool Party | June 5, 12, and 26, 2024
The Third Annual Summer Splash with Dad Pool Party Wednesday, June 5 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Crooksville Pool, Wednesday, June 12 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the Somerset Pool, and Wednesday, June 26, 2024 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the New Lexington Pool.
SUMMER ALERT: Blood and platelet donors needed now | May 30, 2024
May 30, 2024 — The American Red Cross critically needs blood and platelet donors now following a concerning trend over the past month – fewer donors rolling up a sleeve to give lifesaving blood. In fact, about 20,000 fewer blood donations were collected over the past month than needed to maintain the Red Cross national blood supply. Come to give through June 9 for an exclusive Tetris® + Red Cross T-shirt.
SE Ohio Foodbank Hosts Food Distribution | Friday, May 31, 2024
Logan, OH - The SE Ohio Foodbank, a program of Hocking Athens Perry Community Action (HAPCAP), will distribute food at the SE Ohio Foodbank (1005 CIC Dr. Logan, OH 43138) from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on Friday, May 31, 2024. Fresh produce and other food items will be available for residents of Athens, Gallia, Hocking, Jackson, Lawrence, Meigs, Morgan, Perry, Vinton, and Washington countries who qualify for state benefits or with incomes under 200% of Federal Poverty Guidelines.
Build the blood supply: Give blood or platelets now with Red Cross | May 20, 2024
May 20, 2024 — Late May signals the beginning of a busy time for celebrations and summer holidays. The American Red Cross asks donors to make an appointment to give blood or platelets now before calendars start to fill up. Donors of all blood types – especially those giving type O blood and donors giving platelets – are vital to people counting on blood products for critical medical procedures.
Coffee with some Commissioners | Tuesday, May 28, 2024
Join us Tuesday, May 28, 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. Tom Johnson, Somerset Mayor, will be our featured speaker this month.
WHIZ Interview with Commissioner Ben Carpenter and Chief Deputy Eric Hoskinson | May 21, 2024
WHIZ Interview with Commissioner Ben Carpenter and Chief Deputy Eric Hoskinson on Tuesday, May 21, 2024. Topics include Courthouse update, JFS Jobs, 6/14 World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, 6/15 PCSO Hooked on Fishing Derby.
Who you gonna call????
Here is a summary of the various 211, 311, 411, etc. assistance phone numbers. Originally published July 11, 2018.
OSU Extension Build a Better Summer Recipe Webinar | Wednesday, May 22, 2024
Join OSU Extension Educators online on Wednesday, May 22, 2024 from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. to learn how you can build a "better” (healthier) recipe ahead of your summer gatherings and celebrations.
Women's Cancer Screening and Back-to-School Vaccinations | Tuesday, May 28, 2024
The James Cancer Center Mobile Mammography Unit and the Perry County Health Department Mobile Vaccination Trailer will be on-site on Tuesday, May 28, 2024 from 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Southern Local Schools - Corning, Ohio.
RSVP Volunteer Recognition Luncheon | May 4, 2024
This year the Perry County Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) annual recognition luncheon was held at the Grace Community Church of the Nazarene on Saturday, May 4 to honor our Perry County volunteers.
Flag Lowering | Wednesday, May 15, 2024
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 Wednesday, May 15, 2024.
PCHD Family Bike Event | Wednesday, May 15, 2024
The Perry County Ohio Health Department is hosting a Family Bike Event on Wednesday, May 15, 2024 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Perry County Fairgrounds - New Lexington, Ohio.
Help keep emergency rooms ready by giving blood or platelets | May 7, 2024
May 7, 2024 — When every second counts, blood products can provide lifesaving care. The American Red Cross asks the public to give blood or platelets during Trauma Awareness Month in May to keep hospitals prepared for all transfusion needs, including emergencies. Type O blood donors and donors giving platelets are especially needed right now. Free haircut coupon by email, chance to win VIP racing experience and more by coming to give now.
Governor DeWine Orders Flags Lowered for National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service | Sunday, May 5, 2024
(COLUMBUS, Ohio)—In accordance with orders issued by the President of the United States of America, in honoring the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service, Governor Mike DeWine has ordered the flags of the United States and the state of Ohio to be flown at half-staff upon all public buildings and grounds throughout the state of Ohio from sunrise to sunset on May 5, 2024.
Shawnee Second Saturday | May 11, 2024
Shawnee Second Saturday is May 11, 2024 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. on Historic Main Street - Shawnee, Ohio. Music by Blaine & Brynley Needham.
Perry County Retired Teachers Scholarship Deadline | Saturday, June 1, 2024
College junior or senior majoring in the College of Education who graduated from a Perry County school or a currently employed teacher in a Perry County school who is working on a master’s degree in a field of education. Crooksville High School gets top consideration this year. Application deadline is Saturday, June 1, 2024.
PCHD Community Heart Watch Program and AEDs | May 2, 2024
The Perry County Ohio Health Department is working with the Community Heart Watch program to place AEDs (automatic electronic defibrillators) throughout Perry and surrounding counties.
RSVP Walk with Ease Classes Begin Monday, October 23, 2023
Perry County Ohio RSVP (Retired Senior Volunteer Program) Walk with Ease Classes Begin Monday, October 23, 2023. Monday, Wednesday, Friday from 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Mt. Aloysius Gym - New Lexington, Ohio.
RSVP Aqua Classes | Ongoing Throughout the Year
Perry County Ohio RSVP (Retired Senior Volunteer Program) Aqua Classes are ongoing throughout the year and are held at the Mt. Aloysius Indoor Pool - New Lexington, Ohio.
New Lexington High School Drive-Thru Recycling Day | Saturday, May 11, 2024
New Lexington Ohio High School is holding a Drive-Thru Recycling Day on Saturday, May 11, 2024 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon at the Perry County Waste Reduction and Recycling parking lot - New Lexington, Ohio.
PCHD Less Talkin' More Walkin' | Tuesday, May 7, 2024
The Perry County Ohio Health Department Creating Healthy Communities is sponsoring a Hike Series on March 20, April 28, May 7, and June 6, 2024 at various locations in Perry County.
Perry County Free Legal Clinic | Tuesday, May 7, 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.
Perry County 9-1-1 Disaster Siren Testing Schedule | 2024
Perry County Ohio 9-1-1 tests the disaster siren system at 12:00 noon on the first Wednesday of the month from March to October, 2024. The tests last approximately 5 minutes.
Fill the Bus with Pup Stuff - To the Woof | April 30, 2024
Perry County Transit is collecting items to support the Perry County Dog Shelter and the Community FUNdraiser basketball game being held at New Lexington High School, May 3rd, at 7:00pm. We want to help them meet their collection goals by filling a bus at Transit to the “WOOF” with supplies.
Ohio DNR and Ohio EPA Restrict Open Burns in March, April, May, October, and November
Ohio Department of Natural Resources and Ohio Environmental Protection Agency Restrict Open Burns in March, April, May, October, and November between 6:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.
