Our Mission: Engage…Inspire…Educate

Welcome to the New Concord Area Arts and Recreation District (NCAARD) page!

Through the support of the Village of New Concord, Muskingum University, and the East Muskingum School District, NCAARD proudly offers activities, programs, and events to serve the Village and surrounding communities. We strive to bring rich and diverse programming in arts and recreation to engage, inspire, and educate people of all ages.

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  • Dance Cardio

    Dance Cardio

    United Methodist Church 20 East High Street, NEW CONCORD, OH, United States

    Come dance with us! Jennifer Ordonez brings the energy in this dance cardio class Wednesdays at 5:30 PM at the United Methodist Church! $8 / class or save with sessions!…

  • POUND

    POUND

    United Methodist Church 20 East High Street, NEW CONCORD, OH, United States

    Hit those Ripstix and POUND to the beat with Gretchen Combs in this high-energy workout that's meant to be fun! Class meets at 5:30 PM Thursdays at the United Methodist…

    $8
  • Yoga

    Yoga

    United Methodist Church 20 East High Street, NEW CONCORD, OH, United States

    Relax with us as certified yoga instructor, Megyen Green, leads us through slow postures and deep breathing exercises. Class meets at 7 PM Tuesdays at the United Methodist Church. Dates:…

    $8
  • Activity Club

    Activity Club

    Various schools

    Attention K-5th Graders! This free program is for you! Join us for another exciting Activity Club - a hands-on, creative program designed to engage, inspire, and educate! This unique afterschool…

    Free
  • Core & More

    Core & More

    Muskingum University Chess Center 10 College Dr, NEW CONCORD, OH, United States

    Strengthen and tone with this low-impact Core & More class! Fitness guru Gretchen Combs takes you through a series of exercises using the fitness ball to help increase stability and…

    $8
  • Mahjong Game Night

    Mahjong Game Night

    United Methodist Church 20 East High Street, NEW CONCORD, OH, United States

    Enjoy an evening of strategy, thinking, camaraderie, and fun at Mahjong Game Night! We offer a friendly community of gamers who enjoy playing in a low-pressure environment. All are welcome!…

    Free
  • Book Club

    Book Club

    Various schools

    Bee Gosnell is back to lead more Book Clubs! To register, contact Bee directly at bee.gosnell@gmail.com Tentative dates for LMIS: Book Club A: Tuesdays - Jan. 27, Feb. 24, Mar.…

    Free
  • Toddler Time

    John Glenn Gym - Muskingum University NEW CONCORD, OH, United States

    Get ready to socialize with other toddlers this winter and spring on Thursdays at 11 AM! Balls, hula hoops, toys, parachute, storytime ... and more! Muskingum University students in the…

    $2
  • Evergreen Village New Concord Blooms Projects

    Evergreen Village Community Center

    Residents of Evergreen Village are invited and encouraged to create water marbled pinwheels for the 2026 New Concord Blooms community-wide art exhibit!

    Free
  • Drama-Lite

    Drama-Lite

    LMIS 13125 John Glenn School Road, NEW CONCORD, OH, United States

    Get ready to unleash your creativity with Drama-Lite this February at LMIS! Geared towards 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders, this program explores the world of acting, improvisation, character development, and…

    Free
  • Special Step & Core

    Muskingum University Chess Center 10 College Dr, NEW CONCORD, OH, United States

    Step with us as Gretchen Combs leads a special Step & Core class that will get your body moving! Steps provided. $5 special class! Class meets Feb. 9 at 5:30…

    $5
  • Special Partner Yoga

    United Methodist Church 20 East High Street, NEW CONCORD, OH, United States

    Grab your significant other, bestie, or relative for partner yoga! Instructor Megyen Green will incorporate poses and moves that allow partners to work in tandem for this special class. Special…

    $8
  • Special Couples Salsa

    United Methodist Church 20 East High Street, NEW CONCORD, OH, United States

    Bring your significant other, friend, or coworker for this special couples salsa evening with Jennifer Ordonez! Learn to move together with Latin flair in this fun night of dance! Feb.…

    $15
  • Special POUND Unplugged

    United Methodist Church 20 East High Street, NEW CONCORD, OH, United States

    Enjoy a unique combo of mind and body with a special POUND Unplugged night! Gretchen will lead us through rhythmic beats as well as controlled breathing exercises for a complete…

    $5
  • Crafty Tuesday: New Concord Blooms projects – Water Marbling

    Village Hall 2 W. Main Street, NEW CONCORD, OH, United States

    Be a part of this year's New Concord Blooms community-wide art display! Join us for a free Crafty Tuesday, Feb. 24, at 5:30 PM in the Village Hall lower level!…

    Free
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