Bear’s Mill 2013 Legendary Fall
Open House
The Friends of Bear’s Mill will be holding their annual Legendary Fall
Open House on Saturday, October 5th and Sunday, October 6th from 11:00
a.m. until 5:00 p.m. each day. The event will include free
guided
tours and grinding demonstrations by Master Miller Terry at 12:00, 2:00
and 4:00 both days. Delicious foods such as our famous French
Market 18-Bean Soup, brats & hotdogs from the grill, apple
dumplings, caramel apples... read
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Ag
Breakfast Meeting
Ag. Breakfast Meeting, Thursday, October 3, 2013, 7:30am, Brethren
Retirement Center's Cafeteria, Greenville (Enter through the Brethren
Retirement Center's main doors, under the awning, and follow the signs
to the cafeteria.) Our next meeting will be November 7, 2013. Sam
Custer, Extension Educator, Agriculture & Natural Resources |
First Fridays
presents the Artisan Stroll
Main Street Greenville invites you to October's First Friday Event –
the Artisan Stroll! This event, scheduled for Friday, October 4th from
6-9 pm, will feature art, artisan crafts, and handmade items! This
event welcomes 30+ artists to set-up outside of local businesses in the
downtown district; there will also be multiple artists located at
Romer's Catering, The Greenville Public Library and the Anna Bier
Gallery (located... read
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Be a Healthier You!
Workshop being offered by the Area Agency on Aging. It begins Oct. 17.
Get the details here
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Greenville Homecoming Pre-Game
Tailgate!
Thanks to the community for supporting the Athletic Boosters’ Tailgate
Party during our last home game and to the sponsorship from Turtle
Creek Golf Club! Photo: Dave Ernst, Athletic Boosters President
&
Sponsor Dan Franz. We have planned it again!! …Come out and join
Greenville Athletic Boosters during the Homecoming Pre-game Tailgating
Party this Friday, September 27! There will be Live
Music
by DJ West with free hot dogs... read
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Harvest Happenings Weekend from
Darke
County Visitors Bureau: Sept. 27, 28 & 29
Journal Entry for September 24: Lingering in the Autumn Rays of Autumn,
by Amy - Toward the end of September, we try to squeeze in one more
fun, family event. So, we head north to Darke County situated about 45
minutes from the heart of Dayton, where we find vibrant colors,
intoxicating smells and irresistible flavors. There’s so much to sample
on a perfect autumn weekend! On this last weekend in September, we
begin our explorations... read
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DCCA presents unique string
quartet at
Montage
Darke County Center for the Arts second Coffeehouse Series offering of
the season on Thursday, October 10 features one of the most unique and
sought after chamber ensembles touring today - Carpe Diem String
Quartet. “Carpe Diem's music defies classification,” stated DCCA
Artistic Director Keith Rawlins. “In addition to the traditional string
quartet repertoire, this award-winning group's program reflects their
passions for pop, rock, folk, tango, Gypsy... read
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MVCTC Schedules Early College
Connection Night
Clayton, Ohio – The Miami Valley Career Technology Center (MVCTC) has
scheduled an Early College Connection Night for the parents of current
high school freshmen and sophomores. The college night will take place
on Thursday, October 17, from 6:30-7:30p.m. in the Student Activity
Center. The MVCTC campus is located at 6800 Hoke Road, Clayton, Ohio.
Parents will learn about programs at MVCTC that will help students get
a head start on their college education. This includes Tech
... read
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Prairie
Days: What to Bring
Are you going to Prairie Days next weekend? The festival will run from
10:00am to 5:00pm on Saturday, September 28th and 12:00pm-5:00pm on
Sunday, September 29th. Parking and Admission to the festival are
completely FREE. The festival is held at Shawnee Prairie Preserve, 4267
State Route 502 West, just outside of Greenville. Parking for the
festival will be at a parking lot across 502 and Greenville City
Transit will provide transportation... read
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United
Way BBQ Chicken Fundraiser
Enjoy a great Romers BBQ chicken dinner fundraiser for the United Way.
Dinners on Oct. 2. Get details here.
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True Lies, Holy Grill and more
await
Prairie Days visitors, By Bob Robinson
GREENVILLE – Dedicated Prairie Days enthusiasts might want to consider
marking off their calendars for 12 to 14 non-stop hours the weekend of
Sept. 28-29. If they take a break they could miss something. “We have
something going on every hour,” said Darke County Parks Director Roger
Van Frank. According to the schedule, an event often occurs every half
hour. A flag raising featuring a full salute with flintlocks and the
National... read
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Prairie Days!
You are invited to Prairie Days! Don’t miss out on this
awesome
historical event to be held on Saturday, September 28th, from 10am-5pm
and Sunday, September 29th, from 12pm-5pm. Come enjoy a weekend
celebrating prairies and the pioneer way of life! See apple
butter being made over the fire, play children’s pioneer games, compete
in foot races and seed-spitting contests, view local artists’ works,
listen to and enjoy live music and... read
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“Building Blocks I” parenting
classes
planned
OSU Extension, Darke County, has scheduled a “Building Blocks I”
parenting series. The classes will be held October 17, 24 and
31,
2013, at the OSU Extension Learning Center, 603 Wagner Avenue,
Greenville. The class times are from 6:00-8:00pm.
There is
no fee for this class. This is an adult only series. The
“Building Blocks I” parenting classes are for parents who wish to
develop better parenting skills or parenting techniques for children
ages 0-6 years. There will be 3 classes focusing on parent...
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Works of art to greet Prairie
Days visitors
Works of art by area artists will greet visitors to the Shawnee Prairie
Park during Prairie Days this coming weekend, September 28 and
29. The Greenville Art Guild will be sponsoring its 38th
annual
fall art show in the main room of the Prairie Center. All are
invited to enjoy this free exhibit. In addition to the show, children’s
“make ‘n take” classes will be part of the Art Guild’s contribution to
Prairie Days and will sponsor a small children’s show in the... read
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Greenville BPW announces special
guest
night speaker
Greenville, OH. This year the Greenville Business &
Professional Women’s (BPW) Club has a special event planned for their
Annual Guest Night on Thursday, October 10 2013 at 6:30PM.
Vanessa Freeman with WDTN’s ‘Living Dayton’ is the guest speaker for
the evening. Vanessa joined ‘Living Dayton’ as a
co-host/producer
in January, 2013. Prior to coming to the Gem City, she was a
general assignment reporter in the Poconos for... read
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Garst Museum
Joins Smithsonian
Magazine’s
Ninth Annual Museum Day Live!
Free Admission for All Participants Presenting a Museum Day Live!
Ticket on September 28, 2013 The National Annie Oakley Center,
Crossroads of Destiny, Lowell Thomas-With Lawrence and Beyond
Greenville, Ohio— Garst Museum will open its doors on Saturday
September 28, 2013, as part of Smithsonian magazine’s ninth annual
Museum Day Live! A nationwide event, Museum Day Live! offers free
admission to visitors presenting a …read
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Art Guild 38th annual art show
The Greenville Art Guild is proud to announce the opening of its 38th
annual art show and sale beginning September 28 through October 2 at
Shawnee Prairie Nature Center on State Route 502 just west of
Greenville, Ohio. The opening of the show coincides with Prairie Days
at the center Saturday and Sunday, September 28 and 29. The weekend's
activities promise to be fun for all ages. Additional activities will
be at the Ohio Gourd Show…read
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Downtown
Greenville Ready For
Harvest
Fall is in the air in downtown Greenville during our A Day of Harvest
event on Saturday, September 28th. For this event, downtown Greenville
celebrates the taste, scent, touch, sight, and sound of fall! Overflow
your senses with fall must haves found in our downtown. Whether it be
soothing wine, fall woolens, or football apparel to root on your
favorite team, downtown Greenville has something that will make you
feel giddy about this…read
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Chocolate Lover? Check out the Chocolate Walk!
Readmore’s Hallmark, Downtown Greenville Merchants and Main Street
Greenville invite you to the Chocolate Walk in Greenville’s historic
downtown district on Friday evening, November 1st from 6:00-9:00 pm.
Thirty downtown businesses will provide chocolate treats on the
Chocolate Walk route. Tickets ($10 each) will be available starting
Saturday, September 28th at Readmore’s Hallmark, 524 S. Broadway... read
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Art produced by two unique
couples on
display at Bear’s Mill
Art at the Mill will feature the unique work of two creative couples
during the month of October. The exhibit by Hoosier silversmiths Linda
and Nathan Jones and innovative photographers Vicki Rulli and Tom
Heaphy opens Friday, September 27, with a reception from 6 p.m. till 9
p.m. The artists will speak briefly about their creations, methods, and
inspiration at 7 p.m. The exhibit continues through October 20. Linda
and Nathan... read
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Chicken
Dinners to Benefit
Darke County United Way
Do you need a night off? Let the United Way cook for you! The Darke
County United Way is selling chicken dinners. These dinners are from
Romer’s Catering and cost $7.00 each. The dinner includes BBQ Chicken,
Applesauce, Potato Chips, and a dinner roll. The dinner is on
Wednesday, October 2nd. Dinners can be picked up at the Greenville
Romer’s located at 118 E Main Street between 4-6pm. All proceeds from
this event benefit the Darke County United Way. Dinners are pre-sale
only, so please call the United Way office at 547-1272 to order your
dinners today. |
Shawnee Prairie’s
Blacksmith Shop
the result
of a ‘giving community’, By Bob Robinson
GREENVILLE – “So far we’ve got 2,000 to 3,000 hours of volunteer labor
in it,” Darke County Park District Director Roger Van Frank said as he
looked down the hill at the Blacksmith Shop at Shawnee Prairie and the
half dozen plus people working on it. “They put in about 200 hours a
week on this. I pay them by going out and bringing back coffee and
donuts every once in a while.” Van Frank referred to his volunteers as
the “over the hill... read
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Tri-County Board of Recovery
& Mental
Health Svcs to meet
The Tri-County Board of Recovery and Mental Health Services will meet
Wednesday, September 18 at 6:45PM in the Marianne Helmlinger Board Room
and Training Center at the Board’s offices, 1100 Wayne Street, Suite
4000, Troy. The Board meets regularly the third Wednesday of each month
except August and December. The Tri-County Board is dedicated to
planning, funding, monitoring and evaluating substance abuse and mental
health services for Darke, Miami and Shelby Counties.
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DCCA’s initial AIE program
explores
American Roots Music
Darke County Center for the Arts will present award-wining contemporary
folk music duo Wild Carrot for kindergarten through third grade
students in all local public schools September 16 through September 20.
The first of DCCA's Arts In Education programs for this school year,
Wild Carrot duo Pam Temple and Spencer Funk will explore the historic
and geographic roots of American music. The show is free and open to
the public. “Wild Carrot developed this show utilizing training they
received from the... read
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Prairie Days full of Historic
Demonstrations
Come to Prairie Days at Shawnee Prairie Preserve on Saturday, September
28th from 10:00am to 5:00pm and Sunday September 29th from 12:00pm to
5:00pm and check out all of the free demonstrations occurring around
the festival grounds. You can see apple butter being made over an open
fire or help make fresh apple cider on a cider press. Wander
through the encampment area and catch a glimpse of various camping
styles from... read
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Register for Lead the Way Tractor
Cruise
Ride and Live United on Saturday, September 28th, 2013.
Anyone
with a tractor is invited to ride in the Darke County United Way
Tractor Cruise, and all of the community is invited to come downtown
Greenville to watch the tractors and enjoy shopping locally. This event
is being held in conjunction with Days of Harvest in Downtown
Greenville, the Gourd Show at the Fairgrounds, and Prairie Days at
Shawnee Prairie, so spend the entire weekend in... read
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Runway Rhythm… Uniting for Charity
Friday Sept. 20, 7-10 p.m. at Montage Café. For details click here.
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Feed the hungry! Feed Darke
County!
The 5th annual Feed Darke County Food Drive is underway, and we need
your help! Fish is an ecumenical organization that has served our
community for over 45 years. Please partner with us
to help
us achieve our goal of stocking the Fish Choice Pantry for an extended
period of time. The drive is scheduled to start September 21 at the
Illumination Festival 2013 located at the Darke County Fairgrounds,
*where non-perishable food... read
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Bob Evans Gives Back to the
American Red
Cross; What Could Be Sweeter?
Darke County, September 12, 2013 For the third
consecutive
year, Greenville Bob Evans on Wagner Avenue is hosting a Red Cross
Weekend for the American Red Cross Darke County Chapter on September
15th from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Simply print this flyer and present
at check-out and Bob Evans will donate 15% of sales from each
order. While there, make sure you check out the Preparedness
information on display, pick up a Family Game Plan or Contact Card... read
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Cardinal Center supporters meet
Sept. 17
The
Village of Gettysburg is pleased to announce that The Cardinal Center
has passed inspection for the community wing of the building and the
gymnasium is now available for rental until the weather turns cold.
Unfortunately, funding is still needed to upgrade heating system. As
part of this process, an organizational meeting to form a non-profit
group to work on behalf of The Cardinal Center will be held at the
Oakland Church of the Brethren at 7pm Tuesday, September 17. Anyone
interested in supporting The Cardinal Center or just learning more is
encouraged to attend. Oakland Church of the Brethren is located at 8058
Horatio-Harris Creek Road. For more information contact Patsy Riley at
447-4332 or email thecardinalcenter@villageofgettysburg.net.
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Prairie Days Entertainment
Looking for some great, free entertainment? Prairie Days has
a
full schedule of entertainers on their outdoor stage. The
festival runs from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm on Saturday, September 28th and
from 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm on Sunday, September 29th. The Darke
County Civic Theatre will have 3 performances throughout the weekend,
11:00 am and 3:00 pm on Saturday and 3:00 pm on Sunday. The
title
of this year’s Prairie Days Melodrama is “In... read
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Corn husking competition
A weekend of old fashion fun. The corn husking contest will be held Oct
19-20 2013 at Magie Wonder Acres 2764 Wildcat Rd Greenville Oh. The
contest is held in the corn field the contestant husks the corn and
throws into old fashion box bed wagon. The winner is determined by the
person that husks the most corn by weight with least deductions for
husks and missed ears. There are 10 classes divided by age and gender.
The Ohio contest will determine whom from Ohio will be able to husk at
National level on Oct. 20. Ohio will host a special class for FFA
students only. There will be antique tractors, craft and flea markets,
corn games, and more. If you would lke to set up booth or more info.
Contact David (937-533-6927) or Kathy (937-533-6927) Magie
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National Federation of Republican
Women to
Prepare for Mid-Term Elections During Fall Convention
McConnell, Other Notable GOP Leaders to Play Key
Roles
LOUISVILLE, Ky. – The National Federation of Republican Women (NFRW)
will welcome key Republican elected officials and leaders to its 37th
biennial convention, one of the largest national meetings of
Republicans this year and the organization's official kick-off of the
2014 political season. WHAT: National Federation of Republican Women's
37th Biennial Convention ... read
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Tri-County Board seeks artists
for Art of
Recovery showcase
The Tri-County Board of Recovery and Mental Health Services is seeking
entries from local artists for its annual Art of Recovery showcase, to
be presented in conjunction with the Board’s annual meeting October 16
at Edison Community College in Piqua. Artists who have been affected
personally, through a family member or friend, or anyone whose art
reflects recovery from mental illness or addiction are invited to
participate. For display consideration, artwork and an accompanying art
submission form must... read
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Prairie Days Free Crafts and
Games!
Hey Kids! Would you like to try to live as a pioneer child?
It
may not be as easy as you think! Join us at Shawnee Prairie
Preserve for Prairie Days under the Craft Tent to try it out.
Prairie Days is a FREE Family Event and will be held September 28th
from 10-5pm and September 29th from 12-5pm. During this weekend event,
you can make your own candles using beeswax or use a cider-press to
make apple cider. Make a tin can lantern to light... read
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Back By Popular Demand… BRC’s
Lunch To Go!!
Brethren Retirement Community's Lunch To Go is back. Brethren
Retirement Community would like to offer you a great lunch at a great
price for a great cause. You’ll enjoy a great lunch, plus
dessert
for only $5. And all proceeds will benefit the Alzheimer's Association
Walk to End Alzheimer's. Brethren Retirement Community is a
not-for-profit continuing care retirement community, a national
eldercare expert, and the only Eden Alternative... read
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Andre Johnson benefit to be held,
By Drea Becraft
Any parent will tell you there is nothing on earth more important than
the life of your child. Including your own life. Andre Johnson, a
father of six, is now in critical condition after putting his son’s
life before his own. On August 20, 2013, after his son ran into traffic
on Martin Street, this heroic father was struck by a vehicle he saved
his son from. Two year old Shawnaven suffered a broken leg in the
accident, but family says he's doing fine. Andre... read
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Just What is a Herp?
Do you think there is a difference between a frog and a turtle? Or a
snake and a salamander? Join the Darke County Parks on Monday,
September 16th at 6:30pm as we will discuss how these reptiles and
amphibians are the same and different in many ways. During this evening
program at the Nature Center you will get the chance to touch several
of the Park District’s reptiles and amphibians! This program
is
FREE and fun for the whole... read
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Prairie Days
Entertainment
Looking for some great, free entertainment? Prairie Days has a full
schedule of entertainers on their outdoor stage. The festival runs from
10:00 am to 5:00 pm on Saturday, September 28th and from 12:00 pm to
5:00 pm on Sunday, September 29th. The Darke County Civic Theatre will
have 3 performances throughout the weekend, 11:00 am and 3:00 pm on
Saturday and 3:00 pm on Sunday. The title of this year’s Prairie Days
Melodrama ... read
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Ohio’s Non-native Invasive Species
No matter where you look today in Ohio you can see the impact of
non-native invasive species in some shape or form. Emerald
ash
borer opened up many of our woodlands so that now we have to deal with
invading plants and other insects. The Ohio Woodland Stewards Program
is holding this one day in-depth training session on invasive
species. The class, titled ‘Ohio’s Non-native Invasive
Species!’
will be held Friday October 11, 2013 from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. at the
Auglaize County Administration... read
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Balladeers Wild Carrot open DCCA
Coffeehouse season
Darke County Center for the Arts will open their Coffeehouse Series on
Thursday, September 19 with a concert by contemporary folk duo Wild
Carrot at the Wayne Trail Historical Society House, 124 West George
Street, Arcanum. Made up of award-winning Cincinnati-based balladeers
Pam Temple and Spencer Funk, Wild Carrot will perform an eclectic mix
of original and traditional folk music, classic standards, swing, jazz,
and blues. The show... read
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Bridges to College offers College
Night
(GREENVILLE) – Bridges to College is offering “College Night” at 7 p.m.
Monday, Sept. 30, at St. Clair Memorial Hall. “This free program will
cover topics from the ACT to paying for college,” said Beth Sears,
executive director of Bridges to College. “This program is designed for
high school students and their parents.” Some of the topics addressed
during College Night will include the college selection process, the
college search timeline, placement... read
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Tri-County Board seeks artists
for Art of
Recovery showcase
The Tri-County Board of Recovery and Mental Health Services is seeking
entries from local artists for its annual Art of Recovery showcase, to
be presented in conjunction with the Board’s annual meeting October 16
at Edison Community College in Piqua. Artists who have been affected
personally, through a family member or friend, or anyone whose art
reflects recovery from mental illness or addiction are invited to
participate. For display consideration, artwork and an accompanying art
submission form must... read
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Cover Crops for Home Gardeners
Workshop –
September 16, 2013
Are you interested in learning how a cover crop and no-tillage will
work in your garden? If so, the Darke Soil and Water
Conservation
District (SWCD) and the City of Greenville will be hosting a free
workshop on Monday, September 16th for home gardeners at the Darke
County EMA conference room. The focus of this meeting will be
educating local gardeners how they can utilize cover crops to maximize
their soil health for next year’s fruit and vegetable crop. Hear Sam
Custer, Darke County OSU... read
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Friends of the Parks Basket Raffle
The Friends of the Darke County Park District will once again run their
annual basket raffle this summer and culminate at Prairie Days in
September. Local clubs donated baskets full of goodies to
raise
money for the Friends of the Parks. Baskets include one from
the
Darke County Birders, containing bird seed, 3 different types of bird
feeders and much more. The Darke County Photo club donated a
basket full of supplies including a Samsung... read
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Greenville Area Dog Club offers
dog
training classes
GREENVILLE – The Greenville Area Dog Club fall session of obedience,
agility, and conformation classes begins the week of September 8th and
15th, 2013. Through the years more classes have been added to meet the
growing interest in dog training. Many people like the
variety of
classes available. The Greenville Area Dog Club will be offering
classes at the former U.S. Chemical building, located in the 5400 block
of State Route 49... read
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Tri-Village
Community Park
project meeting
The Tri-Village Community Park committee invites residents of New
Madison, Hollansburg, Palestine and the surrounding areas to attend an
informational meeting on Wednesday, September 11, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. at
the New Madison Civic Center. The purpose of the meeting is to
determine public interest and support for a community park project
organized by Tri-Village Summer Rec and the village of New Madison. All
interested parties are encouraged to attend. |
Children’s Art Class Starts Fall
Session
GREENVILLE –The Art-Rageous Experience – Children’s Art Program is
beginning their new fall session of classes on October 5th and now
enrolling children. In these classes children experience different
kinds of art each Saturday morning along with the support and
encouragement of their parent or other adult. Children work on
different art projects each week; they learn about different artists,
art techniques and there are visits from. ... read
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Quilting 101
Darke County Park District hosts another very successful program.
Quilting 101 took place in the Log House at Shawnee Prairie. The
participants first learned how to make a quilters knot using quilters
thread. Once the knots were mastered everyone had their own fabric
coaster to work on as they were taught the basics of quilting, how to
hide the knots within the layers of a quilt and trying to make all of
the stitches the same length and... read
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Part Time Adult STNA Instructors Needed
RN License with Documented Experience in care of the elderly or
chronically ill of any age on a long-term day-to-day basis. Ability to
work evenings and have certification in the Train the Trainer Program
or ability to take a four day course to get certified. Expected Start,
October 2013. If interested in teaching options please contact: David
Peltz, Career Tech Director at 937-548-4188, ext. 847,
dpeltz@greenville.k12.oh.us.
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SUNshine 5K Run is Sept. 28
Come out to Greenville City Park on Saturday, September 28 for a
festive 5K event organized by the HOPE Foundation of Darke County. For
just $15 (with registration by Sept. 16), runners and walkers can enjoy
a quality 5K race with electronic chip timing, a bright technical
t-shirt, great door prizes, and a variety of post-race drinks, snacks
and homemade cookies. There’s still time to get in condition to run or
walk your personal best... read
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Volunteers/organizations
make Tour
a great event
ARCANUM – It takes a great group of organizers and volunteers to
prepare for the annual Tour de Donut. Leading the pack is Rocketship
Sports Management, an Ohio 501c3 not for profit corporation that owns
the event. This is a non-profit event and there are no sponsorships.
Fees from riders pay for everything associated with the event,
including $5,000 for donuts in 2012. The all volunteer crew includes
Roger Bowersock, president... read
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Passing the Levy:
An evening of
roasting Mike Stegall
Mike Stegall has good naturedly agreed to be roasted as a benefit for
The Citizens for Darke County Parks committee. Get out those great Mike
stories! Or, just come and enjoy the entertainment. Thursday, September
19, Mike’s Roast, which will be held at J & J Enterprises Party
Facility, 3875 S.R. 502 West in Greenville, will begin with a pulled
pork sandwich dinner catered by Grumpy’s. Gathering time is 6 PM.
Dinner will begin at ... read
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Welcome to Darke
County!
Bring along your sense of discovery and experience small town charm,
distinct shopping districts and our land's rich frontier heritage and
urban-country spirit... uniquely Darke County. Discover a land where
the legends are as rich as the soil: Darke County, situated on the
Ohio/Indiana border. Delve into an interactive culinary adventure;
explore how things are made; step back in time to uncover fascinating
legends; discover unique... read
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Fall Cruise-In Car Show This Saturday!
The Legendary Rolling 50's Classics Fall Cruise-In Car Show will be
held this Saturday (9/7/13) from 2-9 pm on Broadway! The first fall
cruise-in was held in 1989 and has continued to be a fun tradition for
the downtown area. The Rolling 50's Classics are celebrating their 31st
year and the charities from the event are donated to The Shiner's
Children's Hospital and the Cancer Association of Darke County. An
estimated 450-600... read
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Coffee
with the Commissioner
Commissioner Mike Stegall will be having one of his “Coffee with the
Commissioner” meetings on Saturday, September 7th, in Greenville at The
Coffee Pot Company located at the corner of 5th and Broadway in the
Palace. The meeting will be from 8:00 a.m. until about 10:00
a.m., or always longer if needed. Commissioner
Stegall has
not had a meeting at The Coffee Pot for several years, so this is a
chance for people to express their views and opinions on County
matters. These meetings are... read
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Tour de Donut continues to be a
tasty race
The Tour de Donut in Darke County continues to increase in size and
popularity. Since starting in 2007 in Greenville at the Darke County
Fairgrounds, the event has grown from 106 riders to over 1300 riders in
2012. This year, the event is expected to draw nearly 2000
participants. The Tour de Donut is a time raced. The faster a bicyclist
rides, the better chance he or she has of winning the race. However,
there is one little caveat that makes this... read
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Game Show Guy entertains on first
night of
event
ARCANUM – This is the seventh year for the annual Tour de Donut and
organizers are celebrating the event’s success with a two-day event.
Activities begin on Sept. 6, beginning at 5 p.m. with dinner rides to
Greenville, Pitsburg or short round-trip to Farmer Brown. Riders will
want to get back to Arcanum in time for a fun-filled evening with The
Game Show Guy. The event will take place at the Start/Finish Line near
Veterans Park. Todd Kaiser, (aka... read
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Special
Author To Speak at Library
On Tuesday September 10th writer Chris Cobb will speak in the Reference
Room of the Greenville Public Library at 6:30 p.m. The public is
invited to hear Chris discuss his three books and his writing
experiences. This is a great opportunity to meet a very
interesting and creative author of both fiction and
non-fiction.
Chris’s latest novel is Falcon Down, an exciting Cold War story about a
pilot shot down and imprisoned in Siberia who discovers a... read
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