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!

Nov 2024

06 Nov

Asia Film Festival: 'Snowpiercer'

11/06/2024    
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Denison University’s Asia Film Festival presents screenings of five films for the community to enjoy. A screening of “Snowpiercer” directed by Bong Joon-ho. After a [...]
07 Nov

Wild Storytime

11/07/2024    
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. [...]
07 Nov

Birdfeeding and Feederwatch 101

11/07/2024    
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Learn how to attract winter birds to your yard. We will discuss the pros and cons of the various types of bird feeders, seed choices, [...]
07 Nov

'Invincible Summer'

The Department of Theatre presents "Invincible Summer." In “Invincible Summer,” created by director Cheryl McFarren, Olive Ann Burns, author of the beloved Southern novel, “Cold [...]
07 Nov

'The War is Over'

Jaroslaw Ignaszak, guest conductor, Chris David Westover-Muñoz, conductor The wind-band has long been the soundtrack of war, but can it be a plea for peace? [...]
08 Nov

Licking County Master Gardener Grand Opening of our Polyhouse

You are invited to a party celebrating the ribbon cutting of Licking County Master Gardeners’ new greenhouse. At the event, there will be members available [...]
09 Nov

THE BRUCE (Fundraiser for Veterans)

11/09/2024    
8:00 am - 12:30 pm
The SGT BRUCE COGLEY FOUNDATION provides fitness scholarships to veterans. They are Combating Veteran Suicide with Fitness. CrossFit Uprising in Newark is hosting the 2nd [...]
09 Nov

2nd Baptist Church Craft Show

The 2nd Baptist Church of Newark is Sponsoring a Craft Show on November 9th at the Lookup Center on O'Bannon Avenue in Newark. The Craft [...]
09 Nov

Night to Shine Christmas Market

11/09/2024    
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Please join us for our first ever Night to Shine Christmas Market to benefit our Night to Shine Event, a prom for those 14 and [...]
09 Nov

"A Night in Havana" Gala & Silent Auction

11/09/2024    
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Join us for a gala benefiting Village Creative Dance, a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting the joy of movement in Licking County. Enjoy an evening [...]
10 Nov

'Invincible Summer'

The Department of Theatre presents "Invincible Summer." In “Invincible Summer,” created by director Cheryl McFarren, Olive Ann Burns, author of the beloved Southern novel, “Cold [...]
10 Nov

Palmer Squares, Toby Raps, & Hafrican

11/10/2024    
6:00 pm
Live Music INSIDE at DankHouse with some of our favorite friends. This one will be a fun one! Limited tickets for this one, so this [...]
11 Nov

Tai Chi in the Park

11/11/2024    
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Drop in for this enjoyable one hour class of simple, easy to learn Tai Chi and Qi Gong practices in the beautiful setting of Infirmary [...]
11 Nov

Lecture by Leila Philip, ‘Beavers: Beacons of Hope’

11/11/2024    
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Denison University welcomes award-winning author Leila Philip presenting “Beavers: Beacons of Hope.” Leila Philip’s critically acclaimed 2022 book “Beaverland: How One Weird Rodent Made America,” [...]
12 Nov

Crochet & Handcrafts

11/12/2024    
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Gather in the library meeting room to crochet or work on other handcrafts you enjoy. This is a time to relax and meet new friends.
12 Nov

Percussion recital by Alex Fragiskatos and guest Joseph Van Hassel

Denison University percussion professor, Alexandros Fragiskatos, welcomes Joseph Van Hassel, percussion professor at the University of North Carolina at Pembroke, for a joint recital of [...]
12 Nov

The Vail Series presents pianist, Lara Downes

11/12/2024    
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Pianist, cultural catalyst, and New York Times Sunday Crossword clue, Lara Downes has been called “a musical ray of hope” by NBC News and “an [...]
13 Nov

Story Time

11/13/2024    
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Join Miss Shaunta for stories and activities for children birth to preschool age.
13 Nov

Asia Film Festival: 'After Yang'

11/13/2024    
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Denison University’s Asia Film Festival presents screenings of five films for the community to enjoy. A screening of “After Yang.” In a near-future world, a [...]
14 Nov

Noontime recital

The Department of Music presents a recital featuring performances by department majors and minors.
14 Nov

Ukulele Association of Homer

11/14/2024    
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 [...]
14 Nov

Paint the Parks

11/14/2024    
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 [...]
15 Nov

'Timeless/Eterna'

Denison Dance Company presents a fall dance concert "Timeless/Eterna.” Denison Dance Company performs timeless music, histories, and memories. Guest artists include alum Vaval Victor ‘20 [...]
16 Nov

20th Century Bazaar

11/16/2024    
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Multiple Vendors, Chance Auction, Wine Pull, Frozen Casseroles for Donation and MUCH MORE! Proceeds benefit Camp O'Bannon
16 Nov

Art in the Parks: DIY Pressed Flower Pumpkins

11/16/2024    
10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Carving pumpkins is a staple during fall, as is using pumpkins for holiday decor. But if you’re looking for a new way to decorate your [...]
16 Nov

Art in the Parks: Felted Fungi

11/16/2024    
1:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Calling all mycophiles! Instead of hunting for mushrooms, let's create our own. Learn an easy technique to help you needle felt your own fungi inspired [...]
16 Nov

'Timeless/Eterna'

Denison Dance Company presents a fall dance concert "Timeless/Eterna" at 7 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, Nov. 15 and 16, in the Sharon Martin Hall [...]
16 Nov

Denison Chamber Singers and Concert Choir concert

11/16/2024    
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Denison’s Chamber Singers and Concert Choir present a fall concert, directed by Harris Ipock.
18 Nov

Yoga in the Park

11/18/2024    
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
This yoga class will be accessible to all people – regardless of age or yoga experience. The class will focus on whole body flow that [...]
19 Nov

Community of Women

11/19/2024    
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 [...]
19 Nov

Teen Painting

11/19/2024    
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Join us each month a let your creativity flow and paint a bountiful fall painting. Registration is required.
19 Nov

Faculty clarinet recital by Evan Lynch

The Department of Music presents a faculty recital featuring Evan Lynch on clarinet with Hana Chu on piano.
20 Nov

Story Time

11/20/2024    
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Join Miss Shaunta for stories and activities for children birth to preschool age.
20 Nov

Asia Film Festival: 'Everything Everywhere All at Once'

11/20/2024    
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Denison University’s Asia Film Festival presents screenings of five films for the community to enjoy. A screening of “Everything Everywhere All at Once” directed by [...]
20 Nov

Jazz Ensemble and Jazz Combo concert

The Department of Music presents a faculty recital featuring Evan Lynch on clarinet with Hana Chu on piano.
21 Nov

Alex Sheen

11/21/2024    
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Thursday, November 21, 2024 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Limited to 50 seats - handicap seating available, please advise below in comments. Event Address:  The [...]
21 Nov

Composition Seminar concert featuring Third Coast Percussion

The Department of Music presents a Composition Seminar concert directed by Ching-chu Hu. The concert features works created by student composers that are performed by [...]
21 Nov

Student Life welcomes Stephanie Land

Denison University’s Division of Student Life welcomes author Stephanie Land, as part of Hunger & Homelessness Awareness Week. Land is an American author and public [...]
22 Nov

Book Club

11/22/2024    
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
The book selection this month is “The Love of My Life” by Rosie Walsh. Join us for an informal, interesting and lively discussion. Reserve your [...]
23 Nov

Thanksgiving Centerpiece

11/23/2024    
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Our popular program is back for another year !Come and get creative with the Licking Park District. We will be using natural objects found in [...]
25 Nov

Tai Chi in the Park

11/25/2024    
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Drop in for this enjoyable one hour class of simple, easy to learn Tai Chi and Qi Gong practices in the beautiful setting of Infirmary [...]

Dec 2024

05 Dec

Zonta Christmas Tour of Homes

12/05/2024    
4:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Welcome to the **Zonta Club of Newark Christmas Tour of Homes**! Join us on Thu Dec 05 2024 for a festive evening filled with beautiful [...]
05 Dec

'A Little Night Music'

Denison University's Music Theatre presents “A Little Night Music” at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, Dec. 5, 6, and 7, in the Sharon [...]
10 Dec

Tower of Power

12/10/2024    
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Tower of Power will perform in Newark as part of their ongoing tour, bringing their signature blend of soul, funk, and R&B to fans eager [...]
14 Dec

7th BirthDank Party & Breakfast Event

12/14/2024    
8:30 am - 2:00 pm
7th BirthDank Event and Breakfast Beers! Join us December 14th to help us celebrate 7 years. Doors will open at 8:30am. This event is one [...]
14 Dec

2024 Newark Cookie Walk

12/14/2024    
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Join our Community Event and Fundraiser for Healing Our Warriors while visiting area Businesses/Organizations all in one location - collecting a bag of cookies and [...]
14 Dec

FREE Christmas Traditions - Annual Open House & Holiday event

12/14/2024    
4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Join us for our annual FREE community holiday event! This year's theme is Christmas Traditions. Festivities start at 4:00 pm - we invite everyone to [...]
14 Dec

Santa Con Newark Ohio

12/14/2024    
6:00 pm - 11:45 pm
This is the 4th Annual Santa Con Newark. Join us with your Santa gear or Elf or Grinch or whatever you got that is in [...]
19 Dec

Tour of Homes - Christmas Memories of the Past

12/19/2024    
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Take a step back in time and tour three gorgeous historic homes for "Christmas Memories of the Past". Tour the Davis Shai-House, Sherwood-Davidson House and [...]
21 Dec

Breakfast with Santa

12/21/2024    
9:00 am - 10:00 am
Breakfast with Santa Saturday, December 21, 2024 9:00-10:00 am Come dressed in your festive attire and enjoy breakfast with Santa. Don’t forget your wishlist! Professional [...]