Nussdorfer Award nominees sought
DENNISON − Applications are available for the Lucille Nussdorfer Award. Individuals can nominate an outstanding woman who has made a significant, lasting impact through volunteerism in Tuscarawas County. The award committee, made up of local leaders from several area businesses, will narrow down the applications and vote for five finalists. The finalists will attend the Oct. 15 awards banquet, where the winner will be announced at the end.
For more information or to nominate someone email Taylur Cunningham at taylurc@dennisondepot.org or visit the Dennison Depot or Tuscarawas County Convention and Visitors Bureau for an application.
This event is held at the Dennison Railroad Depot Museum in partnership with the Women’s Success Series. Businesses interested in being involved in or sponsoring the event should email taylurc@dennisondepot.org for more information.
Learn about brain and body health
DOVER − The Alzheimer’s Association will host an educational program from 10 to 11 a.m. Aug. 5 at Cleveland Clinic Union Hospital, 659 Boulevard St., to explore the latest research on how lifestyle choices may contribute to maintaining brain and body health as we age. Attendees will learn how diet and nutrition, exercise, cognitive activity, and social engagement can play a role in healthy aging. RSVP to Mindy Hoopingarner at 330-602-0779 or via email at HoopinM@ccf.org.
Church yardsale to benefit missions
DOVER − Dover First Christian Church, 3029 N. Wooster Ave., will hold a mission fundraising yardsale from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Aug. 8 and 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Aug. 9. All sales are by donation.
Make alumni banquet reservations
NEW PHILADELPHIA ‒ The Midvale/Indian Valley North Alumni banquet will be at 5 p.m. Sept. 20 at the New Philadelphia Elks. Tickets are $35 per person, payable to Mallory Holmes Hutchison, 146 York Drive SE, New Philadelphia, Ohio 44663. Registrations are due Aug. 26.
Invitations have been sent out to Midvale Classes 1948 thru 1967 and Indian Valley North classes 1968 thru 1975. If you did not receive an invitation and would like one, call Lucy Bonner Ricklic, 330-827-5080. The honored classes this year are 1955, 1965, 1974 and 1975.
Concerts scheduled
SUGARCREEK − Upcoming concerts at the Ohio Star Theater, 1387 Old Route 39, include:
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Pastors and recording artists Phillips, Craig & Dean will present Christian music and ministry at 7 p.m. Aug. 8. Admission starts at $39. Call 855-344-7547 or visit for tickets.
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Country artist Deana Carter will perform in concert at 7 p.m. Aug. 9. Admission starts at $58. Call 855-344-7547 or visit for tickets.
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The Glenn Miller Orchestra will perform at 1 and 7 p.m. Aug. 11. Admission starts at $36. Call 855-344-7547 or visit for tickets.
Miss Clayland competition applications
UHRICHSVILLE − Applications are due Sept. 2 for the Miss Clayland Scholarship Competition to be held Sept. 20, at Claymont High School, 4205 Indian Hill Rd. SE. Contestants will compete in five phases of competition; private interview, evening wear, on-stage question, talent and fitness. Scholarships totaling more than $4,000 will be awarded, and the winner will have the opportunity to compete at Miss Ohio in June 2026. Contestants must be 18 to 28 years old.
Miss Ohio 2025 Olivia Fosson will perform during the Sept. 20 competition. Fosson was Miss Clayland 2025 and will compete for the title of Miss America in early September.
For more information or applications, contact Martha Campbell at missclayland@gmail.com or 330-340-0390.
Operation Christmas Child dinner set
WALNUT CREEK − The 11th annual Ohio East Operation Christmas Child dinner will be at noon and 6 p.m. Aug. 23 at Carlisle Inn. Seating is limited, and reservations are due by Aug. 16 by calling Esther Troyer at 330-204-1502 or Malinda Baker at 740-502-0227. Donations will be accepted for the event’s expenses. Additional money received will be given to Operation Christmas Child for The Greatest Journey.
Book sales planned
The Friends of the Library of the Tuscarawas County Public Library System will host community book sales at the Strasburg Branch from 1 to 4 p.m. Aug. 7, 1 to 5 p.m. Aug. 8, and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Aug. 9, and at the main library from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Aug. 15, and 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Aug. 16.
This article originally appeared on The Times-Reporter: Tuscarawas County roundup: News from the Dover-New Philadelphia area
