Discover McConnelsville, Ohio

06/23/2026

Soaring high with fraternal spirit and hometown pride!

A massive thank you to the Fraternal Order of the Eagles No. 2187 for their incredibly generous $500 donation to our 4th of July Celebration Fund!

This wonderful contribution officially places The Eagles at our Business Booster tier. Known for their guiding motto of "People Helping People," our local Eagles aerie works year-round to support charitable causes and lift up our neighbors. Their exceptional generosity ensures that McConnelsville's historic America 250 milestone celebration will be a spectacular and memorable experience for the entire village! 🇺🇸🎇

As a reminder: 100% of these community donations go directly toward our Independence Day festivities and the fireworks display. If you or your organization would like to join the Eagles in boosting this year’s landmark show, here is how you can help:

Donation Levels:
🇺🇸 America 250 Liberty Legacy: $1,500+
🦅 Corporate Patriot: $1,000–$1,499
🏢 Business Booster: $250–$999
✨ Community Spark: $25–$249
🎆 Firework Friend: Any amount!

How to Give:
💻 Donate online: www.discovermcconnelsvilleohio.com/donate
✉️ By mail: Checks can be made payable to "Discover McConnelsville" and mailed to 9 W Main Street, McConnelsville, OH 43756.

Thank you, Fraternal Order of the Eagles No. 2187, for your unwavering dedication to making this year’s 4th of July one for the history books!

06/23/2026

Looking for a peaceful afternoon escape this weekend?

Join Daphne Weaver of Restoration Yoga and Wellness for a special outdoor Sound Bath in The Courtyard at Bellavenue Manor. It’s the perfect blend of fresh summer air and soothing therapeutic sounds designed to help you hit the pause button, unwind, and completely reset.

Whether you've experienced a sound bath before or are completely new to it, this 45-minute session is a wonderful way to treat yourself to a quiet, refreshing moment right here in town.

The Details:
🗓️ Saturday, June 27, 2026

⏰ 3:00 PM – 3:45 PM

📍 The Courtyard at Bellavenue Manor

💰 $10 (You can pay day-of or prepay via Venmo)

🛋️ Daphne will have mats and blankets available on-site, but you are also more than welcome to bring your favorite folding lawn chair if you prefer to sit back and relax that way!

⚠️ How to Join: While reservations are not strictly required, they are highly appreciated so Daphne can plan the space comfortably. To let her know you’re coming, or if you have any questions at all, just text (740) 684-1992.

06/23/2026

This Friday & Saturday: Pay-What-You-Want Book Sale!

Looking for your next beach read or family storytime favorite? Head over to the Kate Love Simpson Library this weekend for the Friends of the Library Book Sale.

There are no fixed prices, it's strictly "pay what you want," with cash donations gratefully accepted to help support our library.

⏰ Friday, June 26 (9 AM – 6 PM) & Saturday, June 27 (9 AM – 1 PM)

📍 Kate Love Simpson Library, 358 E Main St.

📞 (740) 962-2533 / [email protected]

Bring a bag and come find some fantastic new stories to take home!



📅 Never miss what's happening in Ohio's River Town!

Keep your family's schedule packed with fun activities by regularly utilizing our community calendar. If you're a local business or group organizing a village activity, make sure to submit your upcoming events to our platform so we can help keep neighbors connected:

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06/22/2026

06/21/2026

Customer Appreciation Day at First National Bank 🌭🥤✨

Mark your calendar for lunch on the porch! To celebrate our incredible community, First National Bank is hosting a Customer Appreciation Event this Friday, June 26 from 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM.

Stop by their front porch at 86 N Kennebec Ave to visit with the team and enjoy free hot dogs, chips, and drinks. It’s their way of saying THANK YOU to all of YOU!

Want to know more about First National Bank?

🌐 https://www.first-national.com/



📅 Never miss what's happening in Ohio's River Town!

Keep your schedule full of local events by regularly utilizing our community calendar. If you're a local business or group hosting a village activity, make sure to submit your events so we can help spread the word together:

www.discovermcconnelsvilleohio.com/events-discover-mcconnelsville-ohio

06/21/2026

Simple, Healthy Meals Made Easy for Older Adults! 🍳🥕✨

Cooking balanced meals for one shouldn't feel like a chore. This Thursday, June 25th, from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM, join us at the Morgan County Senior Center for the kickoff of an incredibly practical four-session nutrition series: From Sunrise to Supper: Simple Meals for Healthy Aging.

Created especially for older adults living independently, each session will explore one daily meal (breakfast, lunch, snack, and dinner) while sharing how to easily build balanced plates using the five food groups.

💡 What You’ll Learn:

Easy, budget-friendly recipes 🪙
Healthy shortcuts to save you energy in the kitchen ⏱️
Simple strategies for successfully cooking for one person 🍽️

Presented by Betsy Ellingsworth with the OSU Extension, this series is the perfect way to learn some new tricks for staying energized and healthy.

Event Details:

📅 Thursday, June 25th | 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
📍 Morgan County Senior Center (10 W Main St, McConnelsville)



📅 Stay Connected & Submit Local Events!

Want to stay up to date on all the amazing senior programming, educational series, and seasonal festivals in town? Make sure to regularly check and utilize our Discover McConnelsville Community Calendar! If you are a local organization or business hosting village events, don't forget to submit them so our neighbors can stay informed and active together:

www.discovermcconnelsvilleohio.com/events-discover-mcconnelsville-ohio

06/21/2026

Yin Yoga at Village Fitness! 🌿💪

Looking to increase your flexibility or ease joint stiffness? Join Daphne Weaver tomorrow night for a gentle and therapeutic Yin Yoga class designed for every body type and fitness level!

⏰ Monday, June 22nd from 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM

📍 Village Fitness, 117 E Main St.

💵 $10 (Reservations required)

📱 Text (740) 684-1992 to reserve your spot!

Can't make it tomorrow? This class runs every 2nd and 4th Monday of the month!

📅 Never miss what's happening in Ohio's River Town! Utilize our community calendar to stay up to date on all upcoming local events. Hosting a community activity of your own? Make sure to submit your village events to our platform so we can help spread the word together: www.discovermcconnelsvilleohio.com/events-discover-mcconnelsville-ohio

Restoration Yoga and Wellness

06/21/2026

Stone Tools & Geology at the Library! 🗺️🔍

Calling all history buffs, rock hounds, and curious minds! Monday, June 22 from 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM, archaeologist Eric Olson is stopping by the Kate Love Simpson Library to talk all things stone tools and local flint history.

Discover why our region's geography matters so much to American archaeological history and how to interpret the stones found right in our neck of the woods.

📍 358 E Main St, Kate Love Simpson Library, McConnelsville
📞 740-962-2533 / [email protected]

Don't miss this awesome, free community presentation!

📅 Never miss what's happening in Ohio's River Town! Utilize our community calendar to stay in the loop on upcoming local events. Hosting an event of your own? Make sure to submit your upcoming village activities to help neighbors stay informed: https://www.discovermcconnelsvilleohio.com/events-discover-mcconnelsville-ohio