📚 Color our summer - Muskingum County

Good morning, Muskingum County. Summer reading just got a colorful upgrade as Coshocton libraries launch their "Color Our World" program, offering everything from art-themed activities to magical encounters with live hedgehogs. The creative initiative transforms traditional summer reading into an adventure across partner locations, where participants can track their reading time to earn prizes—including free admission to Lake Park Aquatic Center after attending ten programs. With weekly story times, crafts, and game nights planned throughout June and July, bookworms of all ages have plenty to anticipate.

Meanwhile, Zanesville High School prepares to enshrine its latest legends this weekend during the 2025 Hall of Fame ceremony. The impressive roster includes military leader Lt. Col. Angela Bailey, educator Susan Straker Holdren, and the remarkable 1995 Boys' Basketball team that captured the state championship with a perfect 26-0 record. Since 2008, the Hall of Fame has celebrated 119 individuals and two teams who took their Blue Devil spirit far beyond the school's walls.

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☕️ What's Brewing Locally

📚 Coshocton libraries invite everyone to "Color Our World" this summer. The countywide summer reading program encourages participants to track their reading time to earn prizes while enjoying art-themed activities. Special events include author presentations, magic shows featuring a live hedgehog, and musical performances about dulcimers. Children can attend weekly story times, crafts, and game nights at both the main and branch libraries throughout June and July. Participants who attend ten programs at partner locations can earn free admission to Lake Park Aquatic Center.

🎓 Zanesville High School to honor local legends this weekend. The 2025 Hall of Fame Class includes retired military leader Lt. Col. Angela Bailey, educator Susan Straker Holdren, and cardiac nurse Maddie McGarvey among others. The undefeated 1995 Boys' Basketball team will also be recognized for their perfect 26-0 season and state championship. Each inductee will have five minutes to share their experiences during the ceremony on Saturday, May 3. Since establishing the Hall of Fame in 2008, Zanesville has inducted 119 individuals and two teams, celebrating Blue Devils who "go out into the world and do great things."

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🗓️ Happenings & Hoopla

📅 May 2 - Busy: Activity scheduled at 4000 Millers Ln in Duncan Falls! Check out what's happening on May 2 by visiting the Franklin Local Schools facility request page for complete details.

🎸 May 2 - Backbone Live Music: Rock out with Backbone at The Downtown Exchange on May 2! This local band brings high-energy tunes to 527 Main St, Zanesville. Check their LinkTree for more info or call 740.255.7283.

🎸 May 2 - Ashley Best Acoustic Night: Catch Ashley Best's soulful acoustic set at Kick-N-Ax on May 2! Enjoy original tunes and uniquely twisted covers while having a blast at 970 Linden Ave in Zanesville.

🤼 May 3 - Rock'n'Wrestling Summer Series: Body-slams meet rock anthems at Rock'n'Wrestling! Catch this high-energy A+ Summer Series tournament at Muskingum County Fairgrounds on May 3. Two action-packed sessions promise to start right on time.

🌽 May 3 - Zanesville Farmers Market: Fresh local produce returns to Zanesville! The Farmers Market kicks off May 3 at Adornetto's Pizzeria, running Saturdays from 9am-noon through October. Stock up on summer's bounty every weekend.

🚚 May 03 - Food Truck Festival: Grab your appetite and groove to live music at the Food Truck Festival on May 3 at Tri-Valley High School! The Perry Morgan Pickers will be serving up tunes from 11-12 on Muskingum Ave in Dresden.

: Mystery event at 397 Oak St in Duncan Falls! Stop by on May 3 to discover what's happening at this Franklin Local Schools gathering. Check the website for complete details.

🌸 May 3 - Spring Bazaar at La-Z: Spring into shopping season at La-Z Acres Campground's Spring Bazaar! Browse unique finds from local vendors at 6819 Newark Rd in Nashport on May 3 for a day of community fun and seasonal treasures.

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