Fun Stuff to Do

These are some fun things to do that our editors found.  Check back often because our list is always changing, we update it every day!

Jan 2025

21 Jan

Echoes of Ohio's Indigenous Legacy: Bridging Past and Present

01/21/2025 - 04/11/2025    
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
The Denison Museum presents: Echoes of Ohio's Indigenous Legacy: Bridging Past and Present. On display Tuesday, Jan. 21, through Friday, April 11, at the Denison [...]

Mar 2025

07 Mar

Newark Catholic Fish Fry

03/07/2025 - 04/11/2025    
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
It's the annual fish fry at Newark Catholic High School every Friday from March 7th-April 11
31 Mar

'Understanding CEDAW Cities: A Descriptive Analysis'

03/31/2025    
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
The Global Studies Seminar presents “Understanding CEDAW Cities: A Descriptive Analysis” by Denison University’s Associate Professor of Politics and Public Affairs Malliga Och and Edward [...]
31 Mar

Junior recital by Eli Lishack and Erica Elefson

The Department of Music is pleased to welcome Eli Lishack ‘26, voice and instrumental, and Erica Elefson ‘26, percussion, who will present their junior recitals. [...]

Apr 2025

01 Apr

Bald Eagle Stroll

Meet us for a 1 mile walk to the bald eagle nest. We will have our spotting scopes to view the nesting eagle's close up. [...]
01 Apr

'An Evening with Nnedi Okorafor: Africanfuturism, Feminist Stories, and Fantastic Fiction'

04/01/2025    
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
The Lisska Center for Intellectual Engagement presents “An Evening with Nnedi Okorafor,” co-sponsored by the Laura C. Harris Series, the Goodspeed Lecture Series and the [...]
01 Apr

Violin recital by senior Takuto Kametsu

The Department of Music is pleased to welcome Taukuto Kametsu ‘25, violin, who will present a senior recital.
02 Apr

Take Care

04/02/2025 - 04/10/2025    
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Take Care submerges visitors into different scenes of what care and nurturing look like in the lives of students—beyond spending money on health trends or [...]
02 Apr

Story Time

04/02/2025    
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Join Miss Shaunta for stories and activities for children birth to preschool age. Note: April 2nd will be a pajama party story time- please wear [...]
02 Apr

Beck Series: Writer Sophie Lewis

04/02/2025    
8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
The Beck Series welcomes writer and scholar Sophie Lewis. Lewis is the author of “Full Surrogacy Now: Feminism Against Family” (2019), “Abolish the Family: A [...]
03 Apr

Happy Hour with Mary Miller

04/03/2025    
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Join us and welcome local comedian and musician Mary Miller for comedy and songs. The library will provide lunch of root beer floats, hot dogs, [...]
03 Apr

Yard ReWild Intro

04/03/2025    
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Be Wild, ReWild! At the Licking Park District, we are your 1600 acre backyard. Every day we work to fulfill our mission to preserve and [...]
03 Apr

Mandolin and bluegrass recital by senior Maggie Malin

The Department of Music is pleased to welcome Maggie Malin ‘25, mandolin, who will present a senior recital.
04 Apr

Recipe Exchange

04/04/2025    
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
The theme for the exchange is fool’s surprise. This is your chance to surprise us with your favorite dish. Prepare your “surprise dish” and remember [...]
04 Apr

Fish Fry

04/04/2025    
4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us every Friday during Lent, from March 7 through April 11, 2025, in Johnson Hall! Enjoy a delicious meal featuring deep-fried ocean perch, mac [...]
05 Apr

Tree Planting Workshop

04/05/2025    
10:00 am - 10:00 pm
Join The Ohio Division of Forestry for a morning learning the most recent science on tree planting. Many tree problems and failures that we see [...]
05 Apr

Youth Fishing Day

Join the Licking Park District and the Granville Fishing Club and Land of Legend Fly Fishers for a Special Youth Fishing Day Event at Infirmary [...]
05 Apr

Tree Planting Workshop

04/05/2025    
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Join The Ohio Division of Forestry for a morning learning the most recent science on tree planting. Many tree problems and failures that we see [...]
05 Apr

Donkey Basketball (Utica FFA vs Licking Valley FFA)

The annual donkey basketball game is a fun and entertaining event where Utica FFA and Licking Valley FFA members compete in a basketball game—while riding [...]
06 Apr

FREE CONCERT: The U.S. Army Jazz Ambassadors

04/06/2025    
2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
The Jazz Ambassadors of the US Army Field Band is the official touring big band of the United States Army. The band’s diverse repertoire includes [...]
06 Apr

'PERSIST'

In celebration of the courage, patience, and resilience displayed by people in times of great difficulty, ETHEL, the GRAMMY®- winning, genre-defying string quartet, joins forces [...]
07 Apr

FREE Broadband Infrastructure Training is being offered to eligible participants!

04/07/2025    
8:00 am - 2:00 pm
We (Aspyr/OhioMeansJobs - Franklin County) are partnering with C-TEC to provide FREE broadband training to eligible students. Training starts on April 7 and runs through [...]
07 Apr

Yoga in the Park

04/07/2025    
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
This yoga class will be accessible to all people – regardless of age or yoga experience. Build strength, flexibility, awareness, and confidence. The instructor is [...]
07 Apr

'Make Fascism Great Again? Confronting the Dangers of Historical Amnesia'

04/07/2025    
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
The Global Studies Seminar presents “Make Fascism Great Again? Confronting the Dangers of Historical Amnesia” by Denison University’s Visiting Assistant Professor of International Studies Chris [...]
07 Apr

Piano recital by senior Logan Shumway

The Department of Music is pleased to welcome Logan Shumway ‘25, piano, who will present a senior recital. This event is free and open to [...]
08 Apr

Crafting

04/08/2025    
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Jewelry designer, Ann Kimble will lead us in making a lovely Chevron Bracelet. All supplies will be provided. Registration is required.
08 Apr

Teen Crafting

04/08/2025    
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
This month’s DIY craft will be Bookish Easter Eggs. All supplies will be provided. Registration is required.
09 Apr

United Way of Licking County's Annual Impact & Award Breakfast

Join Us for an Inspiring Morning! We are excited to invite you to our Annual Impact & Award Breakfast, a special gathering where we celebrate [...]
09 Apr

Story Time

04/09/2025    
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Join Miss Shaunta for stories and activities for children birth to preschool age. Note: April 2nd will be a pajama party story time- please wear [...]
09 Apr

Pollinator Pathway of Licking County

04/09/2025    
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Is your home landscape prepared for the challenges of a changing climate? Join us for a presentation by Pollinator Pathway of Licking County to explore [...]
10 Apr

Wild Storytime

04/10/2025    
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Join us for a story, snack, and activities! The program lasts about an hour. Dress for the weather as we may take a short walk. [...]
10 Apr

Student recital

The Department of Music presents a student recital featuring performances by department majors and minors. The event does not require tickets.
10 Apr

Beck Series: Poet Tiana Clark

04/10/2025    
4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
The Beck Series welcomes poet Tiana Clark. Clark is the author of the poetry collection, “I Can’t Talk About the Trees Without the Blood” (2018), [...]
10 Apr

Ukulele Association of Homer

04/10/2025    
5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
This is a time for fellow ukulele players to meet for ukulele practice and to share their enthusiasm for this unique instrument in an informal [...]
10 Apr

'9 to 5 The Musical'

Denison University's Music Theatre presents “9 to 5 The Musical.” The events are free and open to the public; however tickets are required. For information [...]
11 Apr

Fish Fry

04/11/2025    
4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us every Friday during Lent, from March 7 through April 11, 2025, in Johnson Hall! Enjoy a delicious meal featuring deep-fried ocean perch, mac [...]
12 Apr

Yard ReWild Intro

04/12/2025    
10:00 am - 11:30 am
Be Wild, ReWild! At the Licking Park District, we are your 1600 acre backyard. Every day we work to fulfill our mission to preserve and [...]
12 Apr

Child Abuse Awareness Walk

Community agencies working together to raise awareness and Prevent child abuse! Family event- silent auction, raffles, 50/50, character meet and greets, music, food vendors & [...]
12 Apr

Eggcellent Adventures

Come learn about all things eggs! We will have egg trivia, crafts, games, AND an Easter egg hunt! For ages 3-12. Free. Register by April [...]
13 Apr

The B.E.S.T Egg Hunt 2025

04/13/2025    
12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Join our 2nd annual Egg hunt for the Heath, Oh and surrounding Licking County communities sponsored by the B.E.S.T. Selling wall on Facebook HUNT STARTS [...]
14 Apr

'La Música de la Banda Wiracocha'

04/14/2025    
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
The Global Studies Seminar presents “La Música de la Banda Wiracocha” by Ricardo Álvarez-Bulacio. Álvarez is a performer, composer, and scholar of music. He completed [...]
15 Apr

Community of Women

04/15/2025    
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
This will be an informal gathering to become better acquainted and share ideas in which we can encourage and support each other through life’s challenges [...]
15 Apr

Teen Painting

04/15/2025    
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Join us each month and let your creativity flow. This month join us a paint a hedgehog painting. Registration is required.
16 Apr

Story Time

04/16/2025    
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Join Miss Shaunta for stories and activities for children birth to preschool age. Note: April 2nd will be a pajama party story time- please wear [...]
16 Apr

Licking County Board of DD Monthly Board Meeting

04/16/2025    
4:45 pm - 6:00 pm
Committee meetings begin at 4:45 p.m.; Regular meeting begins at 5:00 p.m.
16 Apr

Bald Eagle Stroll

Meet us for a 1 mile walk to the bald eagle nest. We will have our spotting scopes to view the nesting eagle's close up. [...]
17 Apr

Teen Movie

04/17/2025    
5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Come to the library and watch Sonic the Hedgehog 3 (2024). Pizza and soft drinks will be provided. This movie is rated PG-13. Registration is [...]
17 Apr

Paint the Parks

04/17/2025    
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Join us at the James Bradley Center at Infirmary Mound Park for a Paint the Parks class. The instructor will lead you step by step [...]
17 Apr

‘Fish Sing/Pez Canta’

Denison Dance Company presents the spring dance concert "Fish Sing/Pez Canta." The events are free and open to the public; however tickets are required. For [...]
17 Apr

'In Pursuit of the Perfect Plastic: New Approaches to Sustainable Polymers'

04/17/2025    
8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Denison University and Kenyon College present the Tisch University Professor of Chemistry and Chemical Biology from Cornell University Geoffrey W. Coates. Society depends on many [...]
18 Apr

Brunch & Movie

04/18/2025    
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Join us for a light brunch and watch the movie Sight (2023), about Ming Wang, a Chinese immigrant to the United States who became a [...]
18 Apr

Wildflower Walk: Infirmary Mound Park

Get out on the trail with us at Infirmary Mound Park as we search for spring wildflowers! This hike will last about an hour. Wear [...]
19 Apr

'EL PUEBLO UNIDO... '

FEATURING THE DENISON UNIVERSITY WIND ENSEMBLE RICARDO ÁLVAREZ BULACIO, GUEST COMPOSER & SAXOPHONIST CHRIS DAVID WESTOVER-MUÑOZ, CONDUCTOR The DU Wind Ensemble presents an exciting program [...]
19 Apr

C-TEC Prom 2025

04/19/2025    
7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Come join us for the 2025 parent lead Ctec prom! Please visit our facebook page to pre register and purchase tickets!
21 Apr

Yoga in the Park

04/21/2025    
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
This yoga class will be accessible to all people – regardless of age or yoga experience. Build strength, flexibility, awareness, and confidence. The instructor is [...]
21 Apr

'Communicating across Differences: Insights from Buddhists in Thailand'

04/21/2025    
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
The Global Studies Seminar presents “Communicating across Differences: Insights from Buddhists in Thailand” by Denison University’s Visiting Assistant Professor of Communication Craig Pinkerton. How do [...]
22 Apr

‘Ancient Human Footprints at White Sands National Park’

04/22/2025    
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
The Ronneberg Lecture Series welcomes USGS Research Geologists Kathleen Springer and Jeff Pigati. “When did people first arrive in North America?” This question has been [...]
23 Apr

Story Time

04/23/2025    
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Join Miss Shaunta for stories and activities for children birth to preschool age. Note: April 2nd will be a pajama party story time- please wear [...]
23 Apr

Jazz Ensemble and Jazz Combo concert

Denison’s Jazz Ensemble and Jazz Combo, directed by Ryan Hamilton, present an evening of jazz music. Tickets are required for this event.
24 Apr

Student recital

The Department of Music presents a student recital featuring performances by department majors and minors. The event does not require tickets.
24 Apr

Ukulele Association of Homer

04/24/2025    
5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
This is a time for fellow ukulele players to meet for ukulele practice and to share their enthusiasm for this unique instrument in an informal [...]
24 Apr

'A New Climate for a New Climate'

04/24/2025    
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
As part of Denison's Earth Week celebration Adam Met will visit the campus and give a public talk "A New Climate for a New Climate." [...]
24 Apr

'About My Friend, or the Parking Lot Play'

04/24/2025 - 04/25/2025    
8:00 pm - 9:15 pm
Theatre major Nora Cashman presents a senior project titled “About My Friend, or the Parking Lot Play.” Based on materials from the Denison archives, “Parking [...]
25 Apr

Book Club

04/25/2025    
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
The book selection this month is “The Life We Bury” by Allen Eskens. Join us for an informal, interesting and lively discussion. Reserve your copy [...]
25 Apr

Licking County Aging Partners & Y on the Fly

04/25/2025    
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Licking County Aging will be providing a meal at noon, followed by Margie from Y on the Fly with a fun exercise program. Please call [...]
25 Apr

Homer Historical Society

04/25/2025    
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Join us for an informal discussion of local history in the meeting room. Please bring any ‘show and tell” items that you would like to [...]
25 Apr

YOU MADE THAT UP TO SCARE ME' Opening Reception

04/25/2025    
4:30 pm - 6:30 pm
The Denison Museum presents the opening reception for the senior show “YOU MADE THAT UP TO SCARE ME.” Denison University’s Senior Visual Art Majors proudly [...]
25 Apr

American Roots Ensemble concert

04/25/2025    
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
The American Roots Ensemble, under the direction of Adam Schlenker, presents a spring concert. Tickets are not required for this event.
26 Apr

Infirmary Mound Park

Get out on the trail with us at Morris Woods State Nature Preserve as we search for spring wildflowers! This hike will last about an [...]
26 Apr

Gears for Growth: Car Show Fundraiser for NCS Digital

Hey all you motor heads! NCS Digital is hosting their first annual Gears for Growth Car Show on Saturday, April 26th from 10:30am to 2:00pm [...]
27 Apr

FCCLA Small Business Fair

04/27/2025    
10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Are you ready to support small businesses around Licking Valley, Ohio, enjoy door prizes and food, explore local products, and have fun? Join us at [...]
27 Apr

Composition recital by seniors Dawson Kimbell and Nguyen Tran

The Department of Music is pleased to welcome Dawson Kimbell and Nguyen Tran who will present a senior composition recital. This event is free and [...]
29 Apr

Wild Storytime

04/29/2025    
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Join us for a story, snack, and activities! The program lasts about an hour. Dress for the weather as we may take a short walk. [...]
30 Apr

Story Time

04/30/2025    
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Join Miss Shaunta for stories and activities for children birth to preschool age. Note: April 2nd will be a pajama party story time- please wear [...]
30 Apr

Chamber Music Ensembles concert

The Department of Music presents student chamber music ensembles in concert. Tickets are not required for this event.

May 2025

01 May

Production of 'HERE US'

The Departments of Theatre and Dance present "HERE US." Now in its fourth year, "HERE US" has become an annual live performance event and streaming [...]
01 May

Student Composers concert with ETHEL

The Department of Music presents a student composers concert directed by Ching-chu Hu, featuring ETHEL, an ensemble-in-residence at Denison. Tickets are not required for this [...]
02 May

Y FUN DAY

05/02/2025 - 05/03/2025    
7:30 am - 2:00 pm
The Licking County Family YMCA is hosting a Rummage Sale on Friday from 7:30-2 in the Mitchell Center. Two food trucks will also be available [...]
02 May

YMCA Fun Fest

05/02/2025 - 05/03/2025    
7:30 am - 2:30 pm
Rummage Sale at the Licking County Family YMCA, 470 West Church St. Friday and Saturday, 7:30-2PM.
03 May

Buckeye Valley Family YMCA Car Show

Buckeye Valley Family YMCA- Car Show Saturday May 3, 2025 8AM- 12PM REGISTRATION 7- 11AM EAST PARKING LOT 50/50 Raffle & Dessert by the Y [...]
03 May

Friends & Family SPRING FLING

05/03/2025    
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Join us for an incredible day, full of amazing deals and unique treasures! Discover handmade crafts, clothing, electronics, and much much more Don’t miss out! [...]
03 May

Land of Legend Barbershop Chorus

05/03/2025    
7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
The Newark, Ohio land of legend barbershop chorus are celebrating their 75 years of barbershop harmony.. There will be special guest quartets performing as well. [...]
03 May

Orchestra and choir concert

05/03/2025    
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
HARRIS IPOCK, CONDUCTOR The Denison Orchestra, Chamber Singers, and Concert Choir are pleased to present this year’s iteration of our choral and orchestral collaborative concerts! [...]
04 May

Gospel Choir concert

05/04/2025    
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
The Gospel Choir, directed by Timothy “REV” Carpenter, presents a spring concert. This event is free and open to the public; tickets are not required. [...]
10 May

Licking County Master Gardener Volunteer: Plant Sale

Join our Licking County Master Gardener Volunteers for their Annual Plant Sale. This event is held in conjunction with Licking County Soil and Water Backyard [...]
10 May

Steps of Change- Walk a Mile in My Shoes

Steps of Change is our annual fundraiser and to bring awareness to those that have died to substance use disorder and our unsheltered population in [...]
17 May

Run For Lungs 5K Run/Walk

05/17/2025    
8:00 am - 12:00 pm
Register: https://tristateracer.com/race/12843 Join Us for a Day of Celebration and Awareness! The American Lung Association, Flint Ridge Nursing and Rehab, and Licking Memorial invite you [...]

Jun 2025

21 Jun

Summer Solstice at the Canal Market

Summer Solstice at the Canal Market. An open-air market in downtown Newark with handmade jewelry, resin skulls and other art, author Patti Wigington, horror themed [...]

Oct 2025

03 Oct

QUILT SHOW - Heart of Ohio Quilters Guild

10/03/2025 - 10/04/2025    
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Heart of Ohio Quilters Guild - a 501(c)3 organization Quilt Show October 3-4, 2025 New Location: Licking County Aging Partners, 1058 E. Main Street, Newark, [...]