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Perry County Children Services Brings School Outreach Program to Elementary Schools Across County | March 6, 2023

Perry County Children Services Brings School Outreach Program to Elementary Schools Across County | March 6, 2023

New Lexington, OH – Perry County Children Services recently launched their new School Outreach program at New Lexington Elementary, with plans to have the program operating with caseworkers in four elementary schools across the county in the 2023-2024 school year. The School Outreach Program is a local-levy-funded, short-term intervention program designed to help children and families by breaking barriers that hinder a child's overall potential and success through preventative services and supports.

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OSU Perry Extension Wits Workout | February 22, 27 March 6, 8, 13, 15 2023

OSU Perry Extension Wits Workout | February 22, 27 March 6, 8, 13, 15 2023

The OSU Perry Extension is continuing the Wits Workout February 22, 27 March 6, 8, 13, 15. The Wits Workouts are from 10:30 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. at the Perry County Senior Center - New Lexington, Ohio. The Wits Workout is an engaging, interactive, and educational brain health program that is free for any adult.

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The Perfect Pour Coffee Cart | 2023

The Perfect Pour Coffee Cart | 2023

The Perfect Pour Coffee Cart offers coffee, tea, hot chocolate, snacks, and muffins Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday from 8:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. on the upper level of the Perry County Ohio Administration Building and Thursday and Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. at the New Lexington City Administration Building - New Lexington, Ohio.

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PCBDD Needs You - Family Support Providers | 2023

PCBDD Needs You - Family Support Providers | 2023

The Perry County Ohio Bd. of Developmental Disabilities needs you as a Family Support Provider

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Perry County Soil and Water Conservation District Maple Syrup 101 | March 4, 2023

Perry County Soil and Water Conservation District Maple Syrup 101 | March 4, 2023

Perry County Ohio Soil and Water Conservation District is holding a Maple Syrup 101 workshop on Saturday, March 4, 2023 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Glenford Fort Preserve - Glenford, Ohio.

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Central State University Extension Taking Control of Diabetes | April 3 - May 22, 2023

Central State University Extension Taking Control of Diabetes | April 3 - May 22, 2023

The Diabetes Empowerment Education Program, also known as DEEP™, is a free educational series designed to help people with pre-diabetes, diabetes, relatives and caregivers gain a better understanding of diabetes self-care. Classes are FREE and take place every Monday, April 3 to May 22 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Perry County District Library - New Lexington, Ohio.

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Central State University Extension Taking Control of Diabetes | March 1 - April 19, 2023

Central State University Extension Taking Control of Diabetes | March 1 - April 19, 2023

The Diabetes Empowerment Education Program, also known as DEEP™, is a free educational series designed to help people with pre-diabetes, diabetes, relatives and caregivers gain a better understanding of diabetes self-care. Classes are FREE and take place every Wednesday, March 1 to April 19 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Hocking College, Perry Campus - New Lexington, Ohio.

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Perry County Waste Reduction and Recycling Eco-tips | January 2023

Perry County Waste Reduction and Recycling Eco-tips | January 2023

Perry County Ohio Waste Reduction and Recycling Eco-tips - January 2023. Refuse, Reduce, Reuse, Repair, Recycle, Rot.

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Winter Crisis Program Continues at HAPCAP | February 3, 2023

Winter Crisis Program Continues at HAPCAP | February 3, 2023

(GLOUSTER, OH) - The Winter Crisis Program at Hocking Athens Perry Community Action (HAPCAP) began on November 1, 2022. Residents of Hocking, Athens, and Perry Counties may schedule their appointments by calling (740) 868-1908. This program is designed to help households who are facing an emergency situation to maintain and/or restore electric or gas service. This program also provides bulk fuel (propane, wood, coal, fuel oil, kerosene) for eligible households.

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Energy Bill Assistance Continues at HAPCAP in 2023 | January 9, 2023

Energy Bill Assistance Continues at HAPCAP in 2023 | January 9, 2023

(GLOUSTER, OH) - The Winter Crisis Program at Hocking Athens Perry Community Action (HAPCAP) began on November 1, 2022. Residents of Hocking, Athens, and Perry Counties may schedule their appointments by calling (740) 868-1908.

Energy Bill Assistance Continues at HAPCAP in 2023 | January 9, 2023 - Read More…

Perry County District Library 2023 Events

Perry County District Library 2023 Events

Please note: for a complete Perry County Ohio District Library 2023 calendar of events, including specific up-to-date dates and times visit the library online at www.pcdl.org or pick up a monthly calendar at your local library location.

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OSU Perry Extension Wits Workout | January 9, 11, 18, 23, 25, 2023

OSU Perry Extension Wits Workout | January 9, 11, 18, 23, 25, 2023

The OSU Perry Extension is holding a Wits Workout beginning October 12, 2022 and ending January 25, 2023. The Wits Workouts are from 10:30 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. at the Perry County Senior Center - New Lexington, Ohio. The Wits Workout is an engaging, interactive, and educational brain health program that is free for any adult.

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FLOODING IN HOCKING FACILITY FORCES PERRY COUNTY JOB AND FAMILY SERVICES TO SCRAMBLE | December 27, 2022

FLOODING IN HOCKING FACILITY FORCES PERRY COUNTY JOB AND FAMILY SERVICES TO SCRAMBLE | December 27, 2022

Extensive, widespread flooding inside Hocking College’s Perry Campus facility has forced Perry County Job and Family Services (PCJFS) to scramble this morning to secure new locations for carrying out its work of helping county residents. The JFS doors are open for business at PCBDD’s David C. Couch Connections Center - 600 Senior Drive, New Lexington, OH 43764

FLOODING IN HOCKING FACILITY FORCES PERRY COUNTY JOB AND FAMILY SERVICES TO SCRAMBLE | December 27, 2022 - Read More…

Rally 4 Recovery | Friday, December 30, 2022

Rally 4 Recovery | Friday, December 30, 2022

Please join us virtually on Friday, December 30, 2022 at 6:00 p.m. as we update, reflect, and give hope. All you have to do is visit our Facebook page and follow the video link.

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Blood Drive PBHC Activity Center | Friday, December 23, 2022

Blood Drive PBHC Activity Center | Friday, December 23, 2022

Perry Behavioral Health Choices is hosting an American Red Cross Blood Drive on Friday, December 23, 2022 from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the PBHC Activity Center - New Lexington, Ohio.

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Winter Crisis Program Begins at HAPCAP | November 1, 2022

Winter Crisis Program Begins at HAPCAP | November 1, 2022

(GLOUSTER, OH) - The Winter Crisis Program at Hocking Athens Perry Community Action (HAPCAP) began on November 1, 2022. Residents of Hocking, Athens, and Perry Counties may schedule their appointments by calling (740) 868-1908.

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Applications Now Open for the Appalachian Community Grant Program | November 2, 2022

Applications Now Open for the Appalachian Community Grant Program | November 2, 2022

(Wednesday, November 2, 2022) - The Governor’s Office of Appalachia today launched applications for the Appalachian Community Grant Program to fund sustainable, transformative change in the 32-county Appalachian region. The application and program details can be found on the program webpage.

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Perry County Job and Family Services Hiring Event | Friday, November 4, 2022

Perry County Job and Family Services Hiring Event | Friday, November 4, 2022

Perry County Ohio Job and Family Services is holding a Hiring Event on Friday, November 4, 2022 from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Perry County Job and Family Services - 5454 St Rt 37 E, New Lexington, OH 43764.

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RSVP Aqua Classes | Fall 2022

RSVP Aqua Classes | Fall 2022

Perry County Ohio Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) is resuming their Aqua Classes held at Mt. Aloysius - New Lexington, Ohio. Register by calling (740) 605-6499 and leaving a message.

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Free Community Meal | Last Saturday of the Month Breakfast

Free Community Meal | Last Saturday of the Month Breakfast

New Lexington Elks Lodge #509 provides a free community meal on the last Saturday of the month from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at New Lexington Elks Lodge #509 - 109 S Main St, New Lexington, Ohio 43764.

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HUNTERS FEED HUNGRY WITH VENISON DONATIONS | October 18, 2022

HUNTERS FEED HUNGRY WITH VENISON DONATIONS | October 18, 2022

LOGAN, OH – The SE Ohio Foodbank, a program of Hocking Athens Perry Community Action, is now accepting deer donations to help feed those in need. Through this partnership with Farmers and Hunters Feeding the Hungry, hunters can donate their deer directly to the foodbank with free processing!

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Alzheimer's Alliance of Perry County Support Group

Alzheimer's Alliance of Perry County Support Group

The Alzheimer's Alliance of Perry County Support Group meets the second and fourth Tuesdays of every month starting Tuesday, September 27, 2022 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Mt. Aloysius - New Lexington, Ohio.

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Shawnee's First Friday Farmers Market | October 7, 2022

Shawnee's First Friday Farmers Market | October 7, 2022

Shawnee's First Friday Farmers Market are held every first Friday May 6 through October 7, 2022 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. next to the train caboose off of 2nd Street and OH-155 - Shawnee, Ohio.

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