Dover Library’s Magazine Tapestries of Tuscarawas County Vol. 8 Taking Submissions

The Dover Public Library’s literary magazine, Tapestries of Tuscarawas County, has launched its search for submissions for its eighth volume.  The literary magazine encompasses life in Tuscarawas County and hopes to preserve the culture of the county as a part of the library’s historical initiative. The magazine is open to submissions of true stories, poetry, art and photography from anyone with connections to Tuscarawas County. Contributors are asked to send in their written memories of life in Tuscarawas County or their art and photography that have a connection to our community.  The library will offer a cash prize in each of the following categories: photography/art, poetry, and written story. (Categories may be combined depending on entry numbers.)

As an ongoing oral and living history project at the Dover Public Library, Tapestries intends to weave together the stories of Tuscarawas County into one tapestry which conveys the beauty of the county.  As an added feature this year, the library is hoping to include features that not only tell the story of the county but also celebrate America 250.  The year 2026 marks the semiquincentennial of the United States of America and here in the county, state, and across the nation events are being planned to celebrate this momentous milestone.

A release ceremony will be held at the library to celebrate the magazine, and contributors will be given a free copy of the book, as well as an opportunity to read excerpts from their work.  Copies will be available to the public at the Dover Public Library and other local libraries and historical societies.  Copies can also be purchased at the library.  The release date is planned for May, designated by the state of Ohio as “Ohio Creates” month celebrating Arts, Culture, and Literature.

The deadline to submit a piece for the new edition of Tapestries of Tuscarawas County is January 31, 2026. The registration form and submission guidelines are available at the library, visit www.doverlibrary.org and scroll to the bottom to find “Tapestries of Tusc. County” button, email local history librarian Kim Jurkovic at kjurkovic@doverlibrary.org, or call the library at 330-343-6123.