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Off Stage Productions Announces Upcoming Play, Open Auditions
Van Wert, OH- Off Stage Productions, an amateur community theatre company providing quality and affordable dinner theatre, kicks off another exciting season with its first show- a comedy “Ripe Conditions” written by Claudia Allen and directed by Michelle Klutka . The show will open on Friday, April 20, 2012 for 5 performances over two weekends.OPEN AUDITIONS will be held at Dave’s Quality Cleaners, 142 E. Main Street, Van Wert on SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 19 and MONDAY, FEBRUARY 20 at 7 PM. The cast consists of 2 men and 1 woman. Call 419-238-4466 for more information. No experience necessary. Prepare to join the group and have the time of your life while entertaining patrons in a relaxing and comfortable setting!
Set in rural Michigan, Ripe Conditions is about Lester and Buster, a pair of bumbling brothers, and Ann, the long-lost love of their lives, who eloped with their kid brother years ago only to return to their shambling farm as an attractive and eligible widow. Buster, who bathes once a month, whether he needs it or not, keeps the farm going with a cash crop that is smokable but not exactly legal. Lester, nursing his illnesses and complaining, hasn't been the same since Buster shot him in the leg years ago in a dispute over their mutual love, Ann. Then, in order to gain more sympathy, Lester shot himself several more times! Old feelings are reignited in the brawling brothers, while the radio reports "ripe conditions" for a tornado which hits as they are making overtures to Ann with their own brand of country-boy charm.
Stay tuned for forthcoming announcements indicating show times and reservation information of the five shows held at the Senior Center on Fox Road, Van Wert, OH.
Super Sitters
Joint Township District Memorial Hospital is pleased to once again offer our Super Sitters babysitting training course. Super Sitters is a complete babysitting program developed by Dr. Lee Salk and Jay Litvin. The purpose of the program is to prepare sitters for the physical, psychological, and emotional needs of the children they are caring for. Some topics that are covered include safety, emergency care, child development and behavior/discipline. Trained hospital personnel do the actual teaching.The focus of the program is on 5th, 6th and 7th grade sitters, but other interested individuals are welcome to attend. The next eight (8) hour class session will be held on two consecutive Saturdays, March 10 and March 17. Class times will be from 8:00 am - noon and will be held on conference rooms 1 – 2. Pre-registration is required and the cost is $15 per participant which includes workbook. Please bring a light healthy snack and a beverage will be provided.
Class size is limited to 20 registrants. For more information or to register, call Cindy Gaerke, Community Outreach, 419-394-3335, ext. 1130.
Grief Support Sessions Scheduled In Coldwater by State of the Heart Hospice
State of the Heart Hospice will begin a series of Growing Through Grief Support sessions at the agency’s Coldwater office, 230 W. Main St., on Monday, February 13. The series of adult group meetings will continue each Monday through March 19.“We are offering the grief support sessions at two different times,” explained Marlene Black, Bereavement Specialist for State of the Heart. A person can attend an afternoon session from 2 to 4 p.m or choose the evening session from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. “Often people want to attend our sessions but are limited in when they can attend,” Black added. “The option of two different times offers people a choice.”
There is no charge for the grief support meetings and anyone can attend, regardless of association with hospice care. Bereavement support is a service provided by State of the Heart. The non-profit agency cares for families and patients in eastern Indiana and western Ohio who are confronting a life limiting illness.
“At times we have people who might initially be reluctant to attend the sessions,” said Black. “However, after attending the support meetings, the response is overwhelmingly positive. We find that people realize that they are not alone in their grief that others are experiencing what they are.”
One of the most important things that those attending learn, she added, “is that what they are experiencing is normal and is part of their healing process.”
Black encourages anyone who is experiencing grief and loss to attend the meetings. “They can choose to talk about their grief, or they can listen to others. Inevitably, people tend to open up once they find out they are not the only ones feeling as they do.”
To register for the Growing Through Grief sessions or to get more information, please call Marlene Black at 1-800-417-7535. Visit the agency web site at www.stateoftheheartcare.org
Genealogical Society Meeting
The next meeting of the Mercer County Chapter of the Ohio Genealogical Society will be held Sunday, February 5, at 2p.m. The speaker will be local genealogist Miriam Hawk Fetters. Ms. Fetters has been an officer on the Board of Trustees of The Ohio Genealogical Society since 2002 and it's secretary since 2008. Her program will be Century Families. Ms Fetters is currently the chair of the First Families of Ohio. This will be an interesting and informative program for anyone working on a family tree. Ms. Fetters resides in Mercer County with her husband Robert. The meeting is held at the Richardson Bretz Building at 119 West Fulton Street in Celina. The meeting is free and the public is welcome.
Ryan Hirschy Ministries and Amy Roth Highlighted at Rockford Belle
Mark your calendars for February 4, 2012 when The Rockford Belle enthusiastically invites Ryan Hirschy Ministries, of Decatur, Indiana for a full contemporary Christ-centered concert. Doors open at 6 PM. Concert will begin at 7 PM with Parkway High School performing arts senior, Amy Roth, to open for the evening’s event. The public is welcome to attend the entertainment venue located at 135 Market Street, Rockford, OH. A free-will donation is accepted.
Mercer Health Begins New Public Education Program
Mercer Health officials announced today that they will begin a new public education program entitled “Mercer Healthy Living Series”. The first one will be held at Mercer County Community Hospital on Monday, February 13, in Meeting Room 1 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.The topic of the first program is “Heart Healthy Eating”. It will be presented by Julie Hemmelgarn, Registered Dietitian at Mercer Health. She will be showing simple techniques that can be used to improve your health. There will be time available for questions throughout the presentation.
Lori Shellabarger, Mercer Health’s Patient Advocate and organizer of the event, says, “After offering our Dine and Discover Program for nearly 5 years, we felt it was time to make some changes. These changes are reflected in our new name.”
Persons wanting more information about the program or who would like to register in advance can call 419-678-5615. The program is held in Meeting Room 1 at Mercer County Community Hospital, 800 West Main Street, Coldwater, Ohio.
Mercer Health Diabetes Support Group To Meet
Mercer Health’s Diabetic Support Group will meet on Monday, February 13, 2012 at 2 p.m. At Mercer County Community Hospital, 800 West Main Street, Celina, in Meeting Room 2.Peg Bruggeman RN, CDE, a registered nurse and certified diabetes educator at the Mercer Health Diabetes Center, will be discussing “The Emotional Side of Diabetes Management”.
For those unable to attend the February 13th program, it will be repeated on Tuesday, February 21, beginning at 6:00 PM in Meeting Room 2 at the hospital with Karen Homan, RD, LD, CDE providing the discussion.
There is no fee and advance registration is not necessary. Please call 419-586-9657 with questions.
FuseBusters to start 58th year
January 6, 2012 - Area youth interested in energizing their creative juices are encouraged to join the Midwest Electric FuseBusters 4-H Club. The FuseBusters meet on Monday evenings, beginning February 6, from 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m., at the Midwest Electric office, 06029 County Road 33A.The club is open to youth from all area counties and meets nine consecutive Monday evenings, concluding with family night, April 2.
“FuseBusters is a fun way for youth to learn more about electricity and electronics, working hands-on to create their own projects,” said Dave Waltermire, energy advisor for Midwest Electric. The electric cooperative started the FuseBusters program in 1954.
FuseBusters members learn about electricity and how to use it safely. The levels of difficulty range from basics of electricity and magnetism to advanced electronics. Club members make electric or electronic projects and exhibit their projects at the County Fair. They also learn the basic meeting format and run their own meetings.
FuseBusters members typically place high at the County Fair, and many go to the State competition as well as nationals.
Any boy or girl, between the ages nine and 19, having not passed their 19th birthday as of January 1, 2012, is encouraged to join. Interested youngsters attending the first meeting will register, receive a meeting schedule, a project book and meet their advisor.
For more information, contact Midwest Electric at 419-394-4110.
S.T.A.R. SUNDAY
STAR stands for Students Teaching About Resistance Who is invited? Middle School students from Mercer, Van Wert, and Paulding Counties.What is STAR? STAR is a one day event for 6th,7th and 8th graders. Students receive mentoring from college and high school students throughout the day. There are special speakers for personal growth groups. Students learn more about the choices they will be facing as teenagers.
When is STAR? Sunday, February 19, 2012 12:00-7:30. Middle School Dance will follow 7:30-10:30. (This is President’s Day Weekend)Where is STAR held? STAR is held at Overdrive Entertainment on SR127 south of Celina.
Participants can enjoy all games at Overdrive and will receive free admission to the dance following the STAR event.
How do middle school students get the opportunity to go to STAR? Students must visit the counselor’s office for an application. The applications will be available beginning on January 11, 2012. More information is available in the office.
Jay County Civic Theatre, Inc.NEEDS DIRECTORS FOR THE 2011-2012 SEASON
Arsenic & Old Lace - February 23-26 2012 El Phantismo - April 26, 27, 28, 29 May 3, 4, 5, 6 - 2012PLEASE SEND LETTER OF INQUIRY AND THEATRICAL RESUME’ Before Nov 30th 2011 TO: JCCT, INC. PO BOX 121, PORTLAND, IN 47371
Financially compensated positions Dates Tentative All performances’ at : Arts Place 131 E Walnut St, Portland, IndianaFOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Bryon R. Sparks at (765)730-7928
Look Good...Feel Better
Look Good...Feel Better is an American Cancer Society program which utilizes trained volunteer beauty professionals to lead women through practical, hands-on tips about makeup, skin care, nail care, and ways to deal with hair loss, including how to wear wigs, turbans, and scarves. Each woman who attends will receive a free makeup kit valued at over $250 to use during and after the workshop. Most of all, the ladies shared laughter and camaraderie as only women going through the cancer journey can.This FREE program is made available to local women through the Relay For Life of Mercer County.
Rockford ARTS IN THE PARKS Summer 2012
How many times have you heard “There is nothing for kids to do in Rockford” – Well YOU can help change that by supporting ARTS IN THE PARKS next summer. ARTS IN THE PARKS is a major program of ARTS PLACE since 1977. The program introduces young people to a variety of visual and performing arts activities. Examples of classes: Music – maybe guitar lessons, Outer Space Camps, Dance Camps, Theatre Camps, Pottery, Pinatas, and basket weaving to name a few.We would support and promote ARTS IN THE PARKS and they take care of the day to day activities throughout the summer at our own Shanes Park. We need YOUR help to bring this opportunity to Rockford youth next summer. Parents, grandparents, teachers, businesses, churches and civic organizations can get involved in supporting and promoting this event.
We are asking for your financial support of Arts in the Parks at the $200 level. (A $200+ donation allows us to list you as a supporter on the final page of the brochure if you donate directly to Arts Place.) At least 17,000 of these brochures are distributed to school-aged children in Auglaize, Mercer, Jay, Adams, and Blackford Counties. Please know that Rockford money is used to support programs in Rockford. Your help is needed by January 2012 for the Rockford program to get off the ground.
Your donations can be made to either: (Both are 501(3) organizations and would be 100% tax deductible.)
Arts Place Leota Braun Foundation Arts in the Park – Rockford Arts in the Park – Rockford 138 East Spring St. PO Box 364 St. Mary’s OH 45885 Rockford, OH 45882
Famous Old Time Music Company in Wapakoneta
BLUEGRASS CAFÉ Famous Old Time Music, 20322 US 33, Wapakoneta, OH 45895 Hosted by Vernon and Kitty McIntyre, the Bluegrass Café is a weekly event on Thursdays. Enjoy the music in a homey, relaxed atmosphere. Showtime: 7pm-9:00. Admission: $5. Details at 419-568-1220 or www.fotmc.com. Feb 2, 9, 16, 23 BLUEGRASS CAFÉ Famous Old Time Music 20322 US 33 Wapakoneta, OH 45895 Hosted by Vernon and Kitty McIntyre, the Bluegrass Café is a weekly event on most Thursdays. However, please call before travelling. Enjoy the music in a homey, relaxed atmosphere. Showtime: 7pm-9:00. Admission: $5. Details at 419-568-1220 or www.fotmc.com. March 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29 BLUEGRASS CAFÉ Famous Old Time Music 20322 US 33 Wapakoneta, OH 45895 Hosted by Vernon and Kitty McIntyre, the Bluegrass Café is a weekly event on most Thursdays. However, please call before travelling. Enjoy the music in a homey, relaxed atmosphere. Showtime: 7pm-9:00. Admission: $5. Details at 419-568-1220 or www.fotmc.com. March 10 INDOOR BLUEGRASS CONCERT Famous Old Time Music 20322 US 33 Wapakoneta, OH 45895 Hosted by Vernon McIntyre’s Appalachian Grass, Bluegrass in the Cornfields is an evening of lively bluegrass entertainment featuring the finest national and local talent. This is an indoor concert. Good food by Margaret’s Kitchen available on site. Showtime: 4pm. Admission: $10 Featured Bands: Vernon McIntyre’s Appalachian Grass plus The Retread Bluegrass Band March 17 Northwest Ohio Storytellers Guild Famous Old Time Music, 20322 US 33, Wapakoneta, OH 45895 11am-12:30 Nationally known storyteller, Lilly Marge is organizing the NW Ohio Storytelling Guild for beginner and experienced storytellers. Lilly Marge has been a professional storyteller for more than 20 years. She is founder and past president of the Cincinnati Storytelling Guild, and co-founder and past president of the Ohio Order for the Preservation of Storytelling (OOPS!). She has been an Artist-In-Residence for both the Ohio and Kentucky Arts Council and has conducted numerous workshops on the art of storytelling. March 24 APPALACHIAN OPRY Famous Old Time Music, 20322 US 33, Wapakoneta, OH 45895 The Appalachian Opry is our answer to Hee Haw and the Grand Ole Opry. Join Vernon & Kitty McIntyre with the Opry Staff Band and their guest artists for an evening of bluegrass, old country music, comedy, and fun. Comedy skits by Laura's Comedy Crew. Refreshments are available on site. Showtime 7pm; admission $10.
American Red Cross Blood Mobile Schedule for Mercer County
For more information or to schedule your blood donation appointment, call Lela Siebert, Blood Services Chairperson, at 586-7652 or call 1-800-GIVE-LIFE.
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