Guest artist recital: DUO KANTABILE

Date: January 30, 2026 Time: 7:00pm-8:00pm Location: Michael EIsner Center, 240 W. Broadway, Granville, OH 43023 Tickets: free
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Denison University, Granville— Guest artist recital by Duo Kantabile at 7 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 30, in the Burke Recital Hall of the Michael D. Eisner Center for the Performing Arts (240 West Broadway). Free and open to the public. For information contact Chris Montgomery at 740-587-6220 or visit denison.edu/events/arts.

“WHERE STILLNESS SPEAKS” ART SHOW- ROBBINS HUNTER MUSEUM

Date: January 28, 2026 Time:: 5:00pm-7:00pm Location: Robbins Hunter Museum, 221 E. Broadway, Granville, OH 43055 Tickets: free
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Join us for the Preview & Reception of Where Stillness Speaks, the inaugural oil-on-canvas exhibition by Granville artist Terry Applegate.
Be among the first to experience this intimate, limited exhibition featuring 14 original works inspired by the changing seasons and the quiet beauty of the natural world. Guests will have the opportunity to meet the artist, enjoy wine and light refreshments, and explore the exhibition within the elegant historic setting of the museum.
This reception offers an opportunity to slow down, connect with the art, and engage with the artist behind the work.
Admission: Free
RSVP: Requested
Please email museum@robbinshunter.org or call (740) 587-0430 to reserve your place.

All artwork will be available for purchase, with a portion of proceeds supporting the Museum’s preservation and community programming.
To allow all visitors to experience the full exhibition, purchased works will remain on display through the close of the show. Artwork pick-up will take place on Friday, January 30, from 3:30–4:30 pm.
The paintings will be on view to the public throughout the week:

Public Viewing Hours
Wednesday, January 28 | 1:00–4:00 pm
Thursday, January 29 | 4:30–7:30 pm
Friday, January 30 | 1:00–4:00 pm

STAGE DOOR CABARET: MADDS BUCKELY- MIDLAND THEATRE

Date: January 22, 2026 Time: 7:00-9:00pm Location: Midland Theatre, 36 N Park Place, Newark, OH 43055 Tickets: $35.00
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aking inspiration from stage and screen alike, MADDS BUCKLEY makes powerful
alternative/folk rock with ambitions matched only by the scale of her influences. ”I spent a lot of middle school listening to Marianas Trench and musical theatre,” the Nashville-based, Chicagoland-raised singer/songwriter says. “I grew up singing Sara Barellies with my cousins; it’s always going to be a part of me.”
This knack for cinematic emotion and unapologetic sincerity runs through her entire catalog, the same blend of heart and enthusiasm that boosted her song “The Red Means I Love You,” inspired by the popular anime My Hero Academia, to viral TikTok fame in 2022, spurring more than 80 million Spotify streams.

WATERCOLOR PAINTING- BRYN DU

Date: January 20- February 24, 2026 Time: 10:00am-12:00pm Location: Bryn Du, 537 Jones Rd, Granville, OH 43055 Tickets: $200.00
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Winter session 6 week class is designed for those who have little-to-no watercolor experience, through an intermediate level of experience and beyond. Numerous teaching aids, examples and handouts will be shared so students can begin their own watercolor resource notebook. Individual assistance will be provided along with various lessons, exercises and demonstrations, highlighting important principles of watercolor painting. Students will be asked to provide their own materials. Instructor will provide materials list for details prior to first class. $200.00

NASHVILLE NIGHT- MIDLAND THEATRE

Date: January 20, 2026 Time: 7:00-9:00pm Location: Midland Theatre, 36 N Park Place, Newark, OH 43055 Tickets: $30.00
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The concert will feature performances by Carter Winter, Allie Colleen, and Thad and Cade, offering audiences an authentic Nashville experience right in the heart of Newark.

FAMILY ART NIGHT- GCArts

Date: January 14, 2026 Time: 6:30-8:00pm Location: Granville Center for the Arts, 119 W. Broadway, Granville, OH 43023 Tickets: free
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Family Art Nights at the Granville Center for the Arts are a chance to put the phones down and hang out with the people you love—making art, playing art-themed games, and sharing some analog family time! 

This night is for families with kids of all ages—little ones, teens, grown kids, and grandparents. Bring a project you're already working on or jump into our pile of art supplies and see what happens. Draw, build, collage, tinker, play. There's no instruction, no pressure, and nothing to "get right."

Our Family Art Nights are all about keeping conversations open, creativity flowing, and families connected. These nights are inspired by our Prepared Parents series with Focus Point Counseling & Thrive for Theron.

Free and open to all families. Supplies, drinks, and snacks provided.LITERARY & READING CLUB- GRANVILLE CENTER FOR THE ARTS

LITERARY & READING CLUB- GRANVILLE CENTER FOR THE ARTS

Date: January 11th, 2026 Time: 1:00-3:00pm Location: Granville Center for the Arts, 119 W. Broadway, Granville, OH 43023 Tickets: fee
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Join us at the Granville Center for the Arts for our next Literary & Reading Club on Sunday, January 11, at 1:00 pm! We’ll be discussing Flesh by David Szalay—a bold, intimate, and unsettling novel that traces one man’s life through a series of defining moments, revealing how desire, power, vulnerability, and circumstance quietly shape who we become.

Using Flesh as our springboard, we’ll talk about masculinity, ambition, intimacy, and the often-unspoken forces that guide our choices. It’s a spare, sharply observed book that leaves plenty of room for reflection and great conversation—perfect for readers who enjoy character-driven fiction, moral gray areas, and stories that linger long after the final page.

Come and enjoy the lively discussion, complete with refreshments. We encourage you to read the book before our meetup, but it's not required.

Need a copy of the book? Pick up your copy at the Readers' Garden Bookstore at 115 N Prospect St, Granville, OH 43023.

BOOK CLUB-GRANVILLE LIBRARY

Date: January 8, 2026 Time: 6:30-7:30pm Location: Granville Library, Granville, OH 43023 Tickets: free
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Granville Public Library Book Club
Registration Required
January’s book club pick is Who’s Afraid Virginia Woolf? by Edward Albee.
All are welcome to Granville Library's monthly book club! Copies of this month's book are available at the circulation desk.
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WINTER BREAK WORKSHOP I&II- BRYN DU

Date: December 28, 2025 #1/ January 2, 2026 #2 Time: 12:00-2:00pm Location: Bryn Du, 537 Jones Rd, Granville, OH 43023 Tickets: $40.00
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For ages 7 and up. Come get cozy and creative with us during Winter Break! Instructor Sarah Gray will use a variety of materials and techniques for this fun winter course. Supplies are included. All participants under 18 years of age must have Art Center participation forms filled out and brought to the first class. Art projects will be different for each Winter workshop, so feel free to sign up for both!

DAVIS-SHAI HOUSE CHRISTMAS DECORATIONS

Date: December, 2025 Time: :by appointment only Location: Davis-Shai House, 301 Central parkway, Heath, OH Tickets: FREE (donations welcome)
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 While the Museum had to cancel their Christmas Open House due to the snow event, the house is beautifully decorated for the holidays. Guests are welcome, by appointment. Call for Information. (740) 788-8942

FELTED LUMINARIAS- BRYN DU

Date: December 17, 2025 Time: :6:00-:8:00pm Location: Bryn Du, 537 Jones Rd, Granville, OH 43023 Tickets: $65.00
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 Let's get ready for the longest night of the year together by learning to create your very own felted luminaria. When lit, white merino wool emits the warmest, softest glow that will add the perfect touch of hygge to your cold winter nights. In this class you will learn the ancient technique of wet felting while going beyond the basics of two dimensions to create a three dimensional woolen vessel that you can keep for yourself or give as a gift for the holidays. This workshop includes 2 hours of instruction, high quality merino wool, all supplies needed for the actual felting process. Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced. Materials Provided by Instructor: Wool, form, felting surfaces, battery operated LED tea light candle. Material List for Student: The only supplies participants need to bring are: an old bath towel and hand towel (these will only be getting wet, no paint etc is involved), a bar of soap or small bottle of dish soap.  

VISUAL ARTS OPEN STUDIO- DENISON

Date: December 16, 2025 Time: 4:30-6:00pm Location: Bryant Arts Center, 210 W College St, Granville, OH 43023 Tickets: free
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There will be art posted all throughout Bryant Arts Center with a Jury selecting 6 winners for best of show awards. Enjoy food, friends and art! Awards begin at 6 p.m.

ZIN MAKING WORKSHOP- G.C.ARTS

Date: December 14, 2025 Time: 3:00-4:30pm Location: Granville Center for the Arts,, 119 W. Broadway,, Granville, OH 43023 Tickets: free
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 Join us for a free and creative zine-making workshop hosted by Ty J. Williams (he/they) at the Granville Center for the Arts. Along with Ty's expert guidance, we'll provide all the necessary supplies, including a handful of vintage typewriters, to get you started making amazing zines. You will learn specialized binding, art, and design techniques to create your own niche publication.

Zines have chronicled diverse cultures—from the Harlem Renaissance to mid-century sci-fi and the vibrant queer and punk scenes—serving as a canvas for writers, artists, and cultural enthusiasts. This DIY medium celebrates expression, community, and the simple joy of creating with just paper, a writing tool, and passion.

Free and open to all ages and skill levels.

Special thanks to the Granville Arts Commission for supporting this event!!!!

AMERICAN ROOTS ENSEMBLE- DENISON

Date: December 12,, 2025 Time: 7:00-8:30pm Location: Swasey Chapel, 200 Chapel Dr,, Granville, OH 43023 Tickets: free
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The Denison University American Roots Ensemble, directed by Adam Schlenker, celebrates the 50th anniversary of J.D. Crowe and The New South’s landmark album Rounder 0044 while looking back another 50 years to explore the roots of stringband and early country music from 1925. 

From the first million-selling country hit, “The Prisoner’s Song” (1925), to the groundbreaking sounds of Rounder 0044 (1975), the concert traces a half-century of musical evolution — and shows how much (and how little) has changed since.

Tickets are not required for this event.

IRISH NUTCRACKER- WEATHERVANE PLAYHOUSE

Date: December 12, 13 , 2025 Time: 7:00-8:00PM and 2:00pm on the 13th Location: Weathervane Playhouse, 100 Price Rd, Newark, OH 43055 Tickets: $16-36.00
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Irwin Academy of Dance brings The Irish Nutcracker to Weathervane Playhouse on December 12 & 13, 2025! 

Tickets are now on sale and already selling like crazy. Join Clara on her enchanting journey of the Land of Sweets this holiday season by grabbing your tickets now to enjoy this classic tale with an added twist.

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VINTAGE VOICES

Date: December 6, 7, 2025 Time: 7:00-8:30pm -6th: 3:00pm-4:30pm-7th Location: Centenary United Methodist Church, 102 E Broadway,, Granville, OH 43023 Tickets: free
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 Come join us as we sing some old and new Christmas favorites! Bring a friend!
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HOLIDAY POPS -NGSO at the Midland

Date: December 7, 2025 Time: 7:00-9:00pm Location: Midland Theatre, 36 N. Park Pl. Newark OH 43055 Tickets: $20.25-$40.25 For more information:  Info

A Very Merry Holiday Pops!

A festive tradition for all ages, this joyful concert includes beloved holiday classics featuring the Granville and Newark High School Choirs in a heartwarming celebration of the season.

BOOK SALE- LICKING COUNTY LIBRARY

Date: December 6, 2025 Time: 9-12 preview/ public sale 12-3pm Location: State Farm Office Bldg, 1440 Granville Rd, Newark, OH 43055 Tickets: free
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Friends of the LC Library invite you to their Book Sale. $5.00 for a bag of books. Bags available on site. Members Preview from 9am-12. Public sale 12-3pm.

HOLIDAY POPS ORCHESTRA CONCERT-SWASEY CHAPEL

Date: December 6, 2025 Time: 7:00-8:30pm Location: Swasey Chapel, 200 Chapel Dr, Granville, OH 43023 Tickets: free For more information:  Info

Directed by Philip Rudd 

The Denison Symphony Orchestra presents its beloved holiday pops concert, celebrating the joyful sounds of the season! 

This event is free and open to the public. Tickets are not required.

GRANVILLE ILLUMINATION NIGHT (w/ walking soundtrack)

Date: December 5, 2025 Time: 5:30-7:00pm Location: Granville OH 43023 Tickets: free For more information:  Info
Annex of United Church of Granville → Robbins Hunter Museum

Granville is kicking off the holiday season with a brand-new tradition, a community Tree Lighting and Illumination Procession that fills the Village with light, music, and togetherness. We’ll gather in the Annex of the United Church of Granville for hot chocolate, cookies, and electric candles before stepping into the evening for a magical walk through town. Thanks to the generous support of Roof Ohio, we’ll brighten the route even more this year with additional lighting as we illuminate the Village Christmas Tree, street trees, and several landmark buildings before ending at the Robbins Hunter Museum for holiday music and festive cheer.

Featuring Phil Kline’s Unsilent Night

Our procession will come alive with Unsilent Night, a participatory soundscape by composer Phil Kline. As we walk, everyone plays one of the musical tracks from their phone, creating a shimmering blend of bells, chimes, and harmonies that moves with us through the village.

How to participate:

1. Download the app "Phil Kline's Unsilent Night" before you arrive.

Get the app on your mobile device and let it magically choose a track for you.

OR Download a track before you arrive at:
www.unsilentnight.com/participate (Choose one of the four tracks to download)

2. Bring your phone or portable speaker if you have one.

3. We’ll all press play together at the start of the procession.

No musical experience needed! Just show up and let the sound surround you.

✨ Event Timeline

· 5:30–6:00 PM – Gather, enjoy cocoa & cookies, receive candles and instructions

· 6:00 PM – Remarks & Village Tree lighting

· 6:15–6:45 PM – Procession through town with Unsilent Night, illuminating trees & landmarks

· 6:45 PM – Arrive at the Robbins Hunter Museum for concluding remarks, music, and celebration

This is a free, family-friendly community event. Bundle up, grab your family and friends, and come light up the night with us.

“Lucky Stiff”- Denison Theatre Dept.

Date: December 3-10, 2025 Time:7:00pm, 2:00pm on Sunday Location: Michael Eisner Center, 240 W. Broadway, Granville, OH 43023 Tickets: free, but tickets are required
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Based on “The Man Who Broke the Bank at Monte Carlo” by Michael Butterworth First Produced by Playwrights Horizons, Inc. Off-Broadway in 1988 “Lucky Stiff” is an offbeat, hilarious murder mystery farce, complete with mistaken identities, six million bucks in diamonds, and a corpse in a wheelchair. The story revolves around an unassuming English shoe salesman who is forced to take the embalmed body of his recently murdered uncle on a vacation to Monte Carlo. “Lucky Stiff” (One-Act Version) is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. This production is licensed by Music Theatre International (MTI). Performance Dates and Times are as follows: Wednesday, Dec. 3, at 7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 4, at 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 5, at 7 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 6, at 7 p.m Sunday, Dec. 7, at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 9, at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 10, at 7 p.m. This event is free and open to the public; however, tickets are required. The performance will take place in Hylbert Family Studio Theatre.