Winter Encampment at DCP
Darke County Parks invites everyone to visit their log house on
Saturday, January 7th from 9am to 11am or 1pm to 3pm. The Wilcox family
has graciously extended their hospitality and the use of their opulent
log home to a group of long hunters traveling through the Ohio
territory during these bitter months. They will have a roof over their
heads and a... read
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Area Blood
Drives in January
‘Rise, Shine & Give’ during January National Blood Donor Month -
DAYTON, Ohio – CBC is encouraging donors to “Rise, Shine & Give” at
area community blood drives. Community Blood Center is offering the
“Rise, Shine & Give” ceramic coffee tumbler to everyone who
registers to donate. Donors are encouraged to schedule an
appointment online... read
more |
EUM Church
Hosts grief Share Class
Losing a loved one can be difficult even as a Christian. Griefshare is
a place to come and be cared for, a place to talk about your loss, and
learn how to deal with your grief. There is a video presentation,
discussion, and then a workbook as we share together. GriefShare is a
13-week program that will begin Tuesday, January 10... read
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Project
FeederWatch at DCP
Calling all birders! Join Darke County Park District, and participate
in Project FeederWatch, every Tuesday and Wednesday from 9:30-11:30am.
This is a unique citizen science program organized by Cornell
University which studies winter bird populations. Observations from
here in Darke County may be used in scientific journals and shared... read
more |
West Ohio
Agronomy Day Jan. 9, From Sam Custer, OSU Extension, Darke
County
The 2017 West Ohio Agronomy Day will be held on Monday, January 9th at
St. Michael’s Hall in Fort Loramie. A light breakfast will be
available starting at 8 a.m. with a marketing update from Sunrise
Cooperative at 8:30 a.m. At 9 a.m. the Private Pesticide
Applicator Recertification (Core and Categories 1, 2, and 6) and the
two-hour Fertilizer Applicator Certification... read
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Cancer Association of Darke County… Annual Gourmet Dinner
Would you like to win a Gourmet Dinner for 8? Tickets are available for
$5 each or 6 for $25. All the winner will need to do is
choose the date and place for the dinner and invite 7 of their
family/friends to come and share the meal with them. The meal will be
prepared by the Gourmet Dinner Club. The deadline for purchasing
tickets is... read
more |
Naturally Fit
Series with DCP
Darke County Parks is hosting a series of fitness programs called
Naturally Fit occurring the third Monday of every month. Everyone wants
to lead healthier lives and spend more time outdoors. However, workout
machines aren’t always environmentally friendly, gyms aren’t very
exciting, and the cold winter weather makes it even less appealing.
Besides... read
more |
Winter Hiking
Series: Birds of Winter Hike
Winter’s brisk weather brings with it unique beauty. Join Darke County
Parks to seek out these seasonal sights and hiking opportunities. On
December 31st at 9am join a naturalist at Shawnee Prairie Preserve just
west of Greenville on St. Rt. 502 to explore the world of winter birds.
The program will begin with a quick presentation on possible... read
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Christmas Tree
Recycling at DCP
Live Christmas trees are beautiful, fragrant, and steeped in Yuletide
traditions, but many wonder what to do with it after the season is
over. Darke County Parks in conjunction with Darke County Solid Waste
are again offering their Christmas Tree Recycling program. Drop off
live Christmas trees at Shawnee Prairie Preserve on St. Rt... read
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OSU Extension
Internship Opportunities, Sam Custer
We will have two internship opportunities in Darke County this summer.
One will be an ACRES intern like have hosted the past two years.
Different this year will be that the intern will be based in Miami
County but will continue to work with me doing On Farm Research. • The
Ohio State University Agronomic Crops Team will lead a summer program
in 2017 aimed... read
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First
Presbyterian offers Christmas Events
The First Presbyterian Church of Greenville offers two events
celebrating the upcoming Christmas Season. The first is a Christmas
Cantata: “Morning Star: Celebrating the Everlasting Light of Christmas
on Dec. 18. The second is and inspirational, warm, uplifting piano
recital on Christmas Eve. The Christmas Eve Candlelight Service will be
an... read
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An Evergreen
Christmas at December Jr. Naturalists
Darke County Parks invites students in grades 3-6 to join them for the
Jr. Naturalists program on Saturday, December 17th from 9:30am to 12pm
at Shawnee Prairie Preserve on St. Rt. 502 west of Greenville.
From the sweeping white pine needles to the prickly blue spruce,
Christmas conifers come in many different forms. We’ll discover why
these plants are such a Yuletide tradition... read
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The Deep and
Snowy Wood at December Preschool at DCP
Darke County Parks Naturalist, Mandy Martin, invites preschoolers to
join her for the December Parent and Preschool Adventures programs. The
“Little Explorers” class for 2-3 year olds will be held on December
14th from 10am to 11am, and the “Seedlings” class for 4-5 year olds
will be held on December 15th from 10am to 11am... read
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Winter Hiking
Series: Full Cold Moon Hike
Winter’s chilly weather brings with it unique Hiking opportunities, and
Darke County Parks is going to grab them. On December 13th at 5:30pm
join a naturalist at Turkeyfoot Preserve on Bishop Rd. just west of St.
Rt. 121 south of Greenville to enjoy the full cold moon. Remember to
dress for the cold evening temperatures and to bring a flashlight... read
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GHS Vocal Music
Christmas Concert
GREENVILLE - The Greenville High School Vocal Music Christmas Concert -
Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree - will be held on Monday, December 12
at 7:00 pm at St. Clair Memorial Hall. Doors open at 6:30 pm.
Reserve and general admission seats are available this year. Tickets
may be purchased at The Flower Patch, 104 Rhoades... read
more |
DCCA presents
unique performance for junior high students
Darke County Center for the Arts will present AudioBody in an Arts In
Education performance for junior high students on Wednesday, December
14 and Thursday, December 15 at St. Clair Memorial Hall in Greenville.
The second of DCCA's 2016-2017 season of Arts In Education programs
which are presented free of charge to students in all grades of each...
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Early Morning
Discovery Hike Winter Schedule Change
The Darke County Park District invites the public to join them every
first and third Tuesday mornings at 8am at Shawnee Prairie Preserve for
their Early Morning Discovery Hikes. These hikes allow adults a chance
to watch the seasons change and to discover the many life forms in
their own backyard. Invigorating winter morning... read
more |
ASP looking for
qualified tutors
Empowering Darke County Youth is looking for qualified adults to work
in its After School Program. Individuals must love kids and be
experienced working with youngsters, typically K-6. Most need help in
homework while others need help with their basic skills such as
reading, writing and math. Empowering’s After School Program meets... read
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Coyote Howl at
December Park P.A.L.S.
Darke County Park District invites children in kindergarten through 2nd
grade to join them on December 10th from 10am to 12pm to explore
coyotes during Park P.A.L.S! Explore the world of Ohio’s largest wild
canine! Students are encouraged to bring their sense of adventure as
they learn how these predators fit in to the ecosystem and... read
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Donors can be
‘a force for good’ with Star Wars Rogue T-shirt
Community Blood Center is thanking donors for being “a force for good”
with the “Rogue Blood Donor – A Story of Hope” Star Wars inspired
t-shirt, free to everyone who registers to donate. Donors are
encouraged to schedule an appointment online at www.DonorTime.com or
call 1-800-388-GIVE. The Star Wars saga, a favorite science fiction... read
more |
Naturally Fit
Series with DCP
Darke County Parks is hosting a series of fitness programs called
Naturally Fit occurring the fourth Monday of every month. Everyone
wants to lead healthier lives and spend more time outdoors. However,
workout machines aren’t always environmentally friendly, and gyms
aren’t very exciting. Besides, sometimes life just... read
more |
DCCA presents A
Christmas Carol at St. Clair Memorial Hall
Darke County Center for the Arts will present Charles Dickens' A
Christmas Carol at Henry St. Clair Memorial Hall in Greenville on
Saturday, December 17 at 8 p.m. According to DCCA Artistic Director
Keith Rawlins, the beloved tale of redemption and joy will be performed
by the National Touring Company of the North County Center for the
Arts, which... read
more |
Farm Management
School to be Offered in Darke County, From Sam Custer
According to AgWeek, “the most recent U.S. Department of Agriculture
statistics show that the number of farmers ages 25 to 34 is growing
nationwide. That’s the result of strong crop prices from 2007 to 2013,
which generated higher farm income and gave young would-be farmers a
better chance to support themselves and their families. Young farmers
and... read
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DCCA presents
something completely different
Darke County Center for the Arts will present high-tech comedy musical
act AudioBody at Henry St. Clair Memorial Hall in Greenville at 7 p.m.
on Thursday, December 15. According to DCCA Artistic Director Keith
Rawlins, the performance is difficult to describe and the artists
almost impossible to label. “This show is part of our intimate
Coffeehouse Series... read
more |
Katie Gabbard
at Library
Katie Gabbard from The Ivy League will present “Home for the Holidays”
at the Greenville Public Library on Thursday December 8 at 6:30
p.m. Join us as Katie shares her techniques to help you discover
the joys of decking the halls. She says “Use the heart of your
home to decorate for the holiday season.” For more information on
Katie... read
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Pete the Cat at
the Library
Every kid's favorite groovy blue cat will make a rockin’ appearance at
the Greenville Public Library on Saturday December 3rd from
2:00-4:00. There will be Pete the Cat themed games, snacks, and
crafts set up. Pete will hang out, mingle, and pose for pictures!
The popular Pete the Cat book series is written by Eric Litwin and
illustrated... read
more |
Garst Museum
Holiday Open House
Garst Museum’s annual Holiday Open House will be held on Sunday,
December 4 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. The public is cordially invited
to attend. Everyone can tour the museum and the National Annie Oakley
Center at no charge on this one afternoon. Highlights of the afternoon
include live seasonal music, light refreshments and beautiful... read
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DCCA Artists
Series presents "A Christmas Carol"
Darke County Center for the Arts will present Charles Dickens' A
Christmas Carol at Henry St. Clair Memorial Hall in Greenville on
Saturday, December 17 at 8 p.m. According to DCCA Artistic Director
Keith Rawlins, the beloved tale of redemption and joy will be performed
by the National Touring Company of the North County Center... read
more |
DCP Walkin’ in
a Winter Wonderland Coming Soon
This holiday season join Darke County Parks for an evening stroll
through the winter wonderland on Saturday, December 3rd from 6 to 9pm
at Shawnee Prairie Preserve! There will be over 350 luminaries lighting
the way along the wooded trails, allowing for a peaceful winter’s night
in nature. As families hike along the illuminated trail toward... read
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Matt Light featured at Garst Museum
Local hometown hero Matt Light, is featured in a seasonal exhibit case
at Garst Museum. See a couple of his jerseys, learn about some
stats of his awards and games played. This exhibit will be
available through football season. Garst Museum is open Tuesday
through Sunday, for complete hours see www.garstmuseum.com. Garst
Museum’s permanent features include... read
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EUM Church… DivorceCare –
Surviving the Holidays
Help and hope as you navigate the Christmas season - Wondering how you
will survive the weeks surrounding Thanksgiving and Christmas? Are you
dreading these holidays, knowing that everything has changed and that
happy memories from past years can’t be recreated? The Surviving the
Holidays seminar is especially for... read
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Roasting John
Marchal
After over 20 years of service, John Marchal is retiring as Chairman of
the Darke County Historical Society. Please come to roast or honor John
on Thursday, December 1, 2016, at Montage, Greenville. Gathering time
is 6:00 to 6:30 p.m. Dinner will be at 6:30, with the Roast to follow.
There will be a cash bar. The cost for the event is $35.00 per
person... read
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Winter Tree ID
Workshop at DCP
Trees are all around, yet many do not know a maple from an oak. As many
trees lose their leaves in the winter months, this only adds to the
difficulty. Join a naturalist on Saturday, November 26th at 10am at
Shawnee Prairie Preserve Nature Center for an informative program to
learn how to identify a tree in the winter months through... read
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Peace Week
Brings Award-Winning Author to Edison State
Held in conjunction with the Dayton Literary Peace Prize (DLPP), Edison
State Community College’s English Department is hosting Peace Week at
the Piqua Campus. The week will culminate with a visit from the 2016
DLPP nonfiction award-winner, Susan Southard on Thursday, November 17
in the Robinson Theater at 12 p.m. During her visit, author Susan
Southard will discuss her award-winning... read
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Orienteering
for November Jr. Naturalists
Darke County Parks invites students in grades 3-6 to join them for the
Jr. Naturalists program on Saturday, November 19th from 9:30am to 12pm
at Shawnee Prairie Preserve on St. Rt. 502 west of Greenville. A
compass and map can take you anywhere if you know how to use them. From
the cardinal and ordinal directions, to degrees, to taking... read
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Hometown
Holiday Horse Parade returns for 13th year
GREENVILLE, Ohio - It’s the most wonderful time of the year! The 2016
Hometown Holiday Horse Parade returns on Saturday, November 19th at 7
pm in downtown Greenville! This annual tradition in Darke County
has kicked off the holiday season for the downtown district the past 13
years! The 2016 Grand Marshal will be Dean and... read
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Edison State
Hosts RN to BSN Information Fair
Edison State Community College is hosting a Registered Nurse (RN) to
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Information Fair on Friday,
November 18, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the Emerson Center at the
Piqua Campus. Current nursing students and practicing nurses are
invited to learn about the opportunities available to them in
pursuing... read
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Tracking and
Blood-Trailing 101 at DCP
Deer season is in full swing and gun season is almost upon us. It’s
time to dust off those old tracking skills. Join a naturalist on
Saturday, November 19th at 2pm at Shawnee Prairie Preserve on St. Rt.
502 just west of Greenville for a great refresher course. Whether
you’re a hunter or just enjoy investigating tracks, you are
practicing... read
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Shop Downtown
Greenville to Win
GREENVILLE, Ohio- Shoppers can earn chances to win over $2,500 in
merchandise and gift certificates through “Win the Window”, the 3rd
annual shop local campaign presented by Main Street Greenville and
sponsored by Second National Bank. "This promotion was created to
encourage and remind people to shop local during the holiday season... read
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Pictures with
Santa Claus
Get your Pet's Picture taken with SANTA CLAUS on Saturday, November
19th, 2016 from 10am to 2pm at Greenville Walmart in the Garden Center.
The “Darke County Friends of the Shelter”, a 501c3 organization will be
taking pictures of your companion animals with Santa Claus. This is a
fun time for everyone to enjoy and is your chance... read
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Project
FeederWatch at DCP
Calling all birders! Join Darke County Park District, and participate
in Project FeederWatch, every Tuesday and Wednesday from 9:30-11:30am.
This is a unique citizen science program organized by Cornell
University which studies winter bird populations. Observations from
here in Darke County may be used in scientific journals... read
more |
A Night Out
with the Wavaires
GREENVILLE, OH (November 7, 2016) – The Greenville High School Vocal
Music Department proudly presents “A Night Out with The Wavaires,”
Friday, November 18, 7:00 p.m. at St. Clair Memorial Hall. Reserve and
general admission seats are available this year. Tickets are now on
sale at The Flower Patch, 104 Rhoades... read
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Good Ole Boy
Comedy Comes to Edison State
Good Ole Boy Comedy returns to Edison State Community College’s Piqua
campus on Friday, November 18 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. for a night of family
fun. This side–splitting performance is open to the community and
offered free of charge. Often compared to the comedic superstars from
the Blue Collar Comedy Tour, the group’s act is a... read
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Local Civil War
History and Uniform Donation Focus of Garst Museum’s Next Free Event
On Saturday, November 12, this year’s Garst Museum Veterans Day program
will feature guest speaker Dr. Edward Haas, Professor of History at
Wright State University. Dr. Haas will discuss the importance of the
local area’s contribution to the Civil War. The program will also
highlight the donation of the Civil War uniform of Captain J.C. Ullery.
CPT Ullery was commander of Company G... read
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Greenville
Library Open House
Hundreds of cookies, punch and even Library appropriate bookworms will
be served to patrons and guests at the annual Greenville Public Library
Open House on Saturday, December 10 from 10 am to 2 pm, sponsored by
the Friends of the Library. Mr. and Mrs. Clause will be the highlight
of the event for the little folk who can tell Santa... read
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Last 2016 ‘Art
at the Mill’ exhibit opens November 11
The final “Art At the Mill” exhibit of this year will feature pottery
by The Millrace Potters along with the creative photographs of Margie
McCullough and fascinating multi-media paintings byher husband James.
The exhibit opens with an artists' reception at historic Bear's Mill on
Friday, November 11. Entitled “Seen and Unthrown”, the display... read
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Free Super Show
Brings Mind-Bending Performers to Edison State
Edison State Community College will bring two masters of illusions and
mind tricks to the Piqua Campus on Monday, November 14, at 6:30 p.m.
for an evening of performances that will entertain and astound
audiences of all ages. The event is open to the community and is being
offered free of charge. Award-winning "Master of... read
more |
The Darke
County Genealogical Society
The Darke County Genealogical Society has rescheduled their Nov. 6
meeting to Sunday, Nov. 13, at 2:00 p.m. at Garst Museum.
First Family Inductions and the Tony Seiler award presentation will
occur as well as election of officers. The Society will also be
holding their annual Christmas celebration. Members, please bring
food to share. The meeting is open to the public. For more
information call 937-548-8295. |
Celebrate “The
Cowboy Way” with DCCA
When Darke County Center for the Arts presents Riders in the Sky
performing their Salute to Roy Rogers, King of the Cowboys, at Henry
St. Clair Memorial Hall in Greenville on Saturday, November 12,
audience members will be given the opportunity to own a very special
memento of that performance which begins at 8 p.m. “Our poster
promoting.... read
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Owl Be Seeing
You at November Park P.A.L.S.
Darke County Park District invites children in kindergarten through 2nd
grade to join them on November 12th from 6pm to 8pm to explore owls
during Park P.A.L.S! During this special night time edition of Park
P.A.L.S., join a naturalist to explore the forest after dark in search
of owls. Participants will listen to the owls distinct calls, and.... read
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Edison State... Thienn Snipps to
Perform During Korean War Veteran Program
Korean War Era veterans of the Miami Valley will be honored on
Thursday, November 10, beginning at 11:30 a.m. in the Robinson Theater
at Edison State Community College. The seven-member barbershop group,
Thienn Snipps, led by former Edison State Professor and Vietnam veteran
Larry Dragosavac, will honor the veterans by.... read
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Library Film
Features The Big Heat
The Big Heat was one of the most intense and gritty noir films made
during the genre’s two decade prime. Arriving in the latter half
of that era (roughly 1941-1959), the film displayed the moral ambiguity
and unflinching violence that the neo-noirs of the late twentieth
century would eventually cash in on. The film follows Dave Bannion,
a... read
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CBC… Celebrate fall with
‘Buckeye Strong’ coffee tumbler
The “Buckeye Strong Blood Donor” ceramic coffee tumbler is a warm gift
to everyone who registers to donate. Donors are encouraged to
schedule an appointment online at www.DonorTime.com or call
1-800-388-GIVE. CBC is celebrating the fall season and college football
with the “Buckeye Strong Blood Donor” ceramic tumbler with... read
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16th Annual
“Warm Winter Wear for Darke County Children”
The employees of the Darke County Sheriff’s Office, through the support
of Sheriff Toby L. Spencer, and in conjunction with local law
enforcement, fire, and emergency medical professionals have announced
plans to host the 16th annual “Warm Winter Wear for Darke County
Children” program. Thanks to generous donations from caring
individuals... read
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First
Presbyterian Church Thanksgiving Dinner
Come share Thanksgiving dinner with our community family on
Thanksgiving Day, November 24th, from 11:30 to 1:00. Don’t settle
for a TV dinner alone when you can join others in this free family meal
with “all the trimmings”! First Presbyterian Church at 114 E.
Fourth Street invites you to share Thanksgiving blessings with
us. Besides the... read
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Music therapist
Pearson to speak at Power Over Parkinson’s
Versailles Health Care Center is pleased to invite the community to its
monthly event for people with Parkinson’s Disease and their families!
Power Over Parkinson’s meets monthly to empower, socialize, and
learn. The November guest speaker will be Amy Pearson. She
is a Board Certified Music Therapist with State of the Heart
Care. Music... read
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EUM Church Star
Seekers Christmas Shop
EUM Church of Greenville is excited to announce a Christmas shop for
eligible families to purchase gifts for their children at minimal
prices. For $6 per child, ages birth through 12 years, parents
may purchase toys of a much higher value. Tickets may be
purchased the day of the event to select gifts for $1, $2 and $3.
Families must live in Darke County and meet eligibility guidelines... read
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“Wrap Up an
Organized Holiday” at Library
Do you look forward to the holidays but also dread having too much to
do! Then you'll want to be at the Greenville Public Library on
Wednesday November 9th at 6:30 pm when Olive the Compassionate
Organizer will share organizing solutions that will help you celebrate
and enjoy the holiday season. Olive will help you: Set realistic
limits; Simplify... read
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First Friday
features free indoor movie
Didn’t get tickets for Main Street Greenville’s sold out Chocolate Walk
event for November’s First Friday? No worries, they have a FREE bonus
event for all to enjoy! Head to Greenville First United Methodist
Church on Friday, November 4th for a free showing of the movie UP. The
church is located at 202 W. 4th Street in downtown Greenville... read
more |
Candy Striper
Program Offered at Wayne HealthCare
Wayne HealthCare will resume offering volunteer opportunities for
students at least 16 years of age. Student volunteers will have the
opportunity to work with various departments within the hospital to
welcome patients and visitors; assist with delivery of care and support
staff. The program orientation will be held on Wednesday... read
more |
Early Morning
Discovery Hike
The Darke County Park District invites the public to join them every
Tuesday morning at 8am at Shawnee Prairie Preserve for their Early
Morning Discovery Hikes. These hikes allow adults a chance to watch the
seasons change and to discover the many life forms in their own
backyard. Invigorating autumn morning air makes this a great time to...
read
more |
Korean War
Veterans to be Honored
Korean War Era veterans of the Miami Valley will be honored on
Thursday, November 10, beginning at 11:30 a.m. in the Robinson Theater
at Edison State Community College. The public is invited to pay tribute
to these heroes, and admission is free. The Piqua VFW Post 4874 will
provide lunch for all guests beginning at 11:30 a.m., while Thienn
Snipps, led... read
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Towhees and
Tombstones with DCP
On All Saints Day, November 1st at 5:30pm, join Darke County Parks at
Greenville Union Cemetery to pay respect to local history and to check
out a birding hotspot. From philanthropist Fred Coppock to the county’s
early pioneers and from six US Congressmen to the only man ever legally
hanged in Darke County, these names have... read
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Darke County Solid Waste… Free
9-Volt Battery Exchange
We want to help keep you and your family safe, participate in the smoke
detector battery exchange. Bring us your spent 9-volt battery. Limit 5
per Darke Co Address. Exchange your batteries on the following dates:
Oct 1 - Nov 6, 2016, City of Greenville Fire Dept., M-Th 8:00 am to
4:30 pm & Fri 8 am to 1 pm, Oct 1— Nov 6, 2016, Darke Co Solid... read
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EUM Church… Engage Discipleship
Summit featuring Wounds That Heal
God is not distant or aloof. On the contrary, through the ministry of
Jesus, God enters our painful situations to bring healing and
redemption. Balancing sound biblical exposition with sensitive pastoral
care, Dr. Stephen Seamands, author of the book Wounds That Heal,
examines the profound implications of Jesus' crucifixion for our
healing and... read
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DCCA announces
Ghost Walk Tour Guides and Actors
Darke County Center for the Arts' thirteenth annual Ghost Walk on
Friday, October 28, Saturday, October 29, and Sunday, October 30 will
feature costumed tour guides who lead participants to haunted sites in
downtown Greenville as well as actors who will portray characters
involved in the ghostly tales. Tour guides include Michael Bitner,
Marilyn Delk, Tim Nealeigh, and Keith Rawlins... read
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Beggars' Night
and Halloween Parade
Brought to you by Main Street Greenville, The Early Bird, downtown
Greenville businesses, and surrounding local businesses. On Thursday,
October 27th, downtown Greenville will be transformed into a trail of
Halloween treats for elementary school aged children. The Early Bird,
Main Street Greenville and downtown businesses are pleased to... read
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Ohio Peace
Officer Training Academy to begin at Edison State
The Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy at Edison State Community
College is now accepting applications for the 21-week program that will
prepare students for a career in law enforcement. Students of the
program will meet for six days each week beginning in January and, upon
successful completion, will graduate from the program... read
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Cancer Assn of Darke County… Gospel
Sing set for Nov. 6
Cancer Association of Darke County will hold their annual Gospel Sing
on November 6 at St. Clair Memorial Hall in Greenville at 3 pm.
Fair Haven Quartet and Everett Gates along with several others will be
sharing their message in song during that time. Admission is free with
a freewill offering. Refreshments will be served along with... read
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Naturally Fit
Series with DCP
Darke County Parks is hosting a series of fitness programs called
Naturally Fit occurring the fourth Monday of every month. Everyone
wants to lead healthier lives and spend more time outdoors. However,
workout machines aren’t always environmentally friendly, and gyms
aren’t very exciting. Besides, sometimes life just gets in the way!
Use.... read
more |
Helping the
Monarch Butterfly
You may have heard the plight of the Monarch Butterfly over the last
few years. With their wintering grounds in peril from logging, weather,
and human encroachment. There are ways that we can help, even in Darke
County. Starting on September 1st thru October 30st The Darke County
Soil and Water Conservation District has.... read
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Fall Hiking
Series: Sunrise Hike
The air is turning crisp, and mosquitoes are a thing of the past. It’s
time to hike! We are entering one of the best times to get out doors,
and Darke County Parks has a variety of walking programs to offer. On
October 28th at 7:30am join a naturalist at Shawnee Prairie Preserve on
St. Rt. 502 just west of Greenville for an early walk in the.... read
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Bats at October
Park P.A.L.S.
Darke County Park District invites children in kindergarten through 2nd
grade to join them on October 29th from 10am to noon to explore bats
during Park P.A.L.S! With Halloween myths and everyday legends, the bat
has a wicked reputation. Come learn why bats are actually beneficial
and what we can do to help keep them in our backyards. Explore.... read
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Private
Pesticide Applicator Workshops, From Sam Custer
OSU Extension, Darke County - Do you need to become a licensed private
applicator?? Are you applying restricted-use pesticides to your land to
produce an agricultural commodity? Are you applying restricted-use
pesticides to grain bins, ponds or around livestock on your farm? If
“yes”, then you NEED to become a licensed private applicator. Licensing
is... read
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Riders in the
Sky return to Greenville for two performances
Darke County Center for the Arts will present America's favorite
cowboys, Riders In the Sky, for two performances at Henry St. Clair
Memorial Hall in Greenville on Saturday, November 12 and Sunday,
November 13. The Saturday show is a salute to Roy Rogers, and features
film clips of Roy's greatest moments on screen as... read
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The Edison
Stagelight Players Present Arsenic & Old Lace
The Edison Stagelight Players (ESP) will present Arsenic & Old Lace
by Joseph Kesselring and directed by Emily Beisner. The performances
will be held October 28 through November 6 in the Robinson Theater at
Edison State Community College's Piqua Campus. Arsenic & Old Lace
revolves around the Brewster family, which is bursting with... read
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Inspirational
concert from the Cancer Association
The Southern-Aires have been signing southern gospel music since
1955. They have traveled to many states and several foreign
countries singing the “good news.” They were the very first
southern gospel group to hold a concert in Jerusalem, Israel in 1970.
The group personnel consists of veterans, Darrel and Wanda Webb, who
have been... read
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Chicken Dance
opens DCCA’s Family Theatre Season
Darke County Center for the Arts will open their 2016-2017 Family
Theatre Season at Versailles Performing Arts Center, 280 Marker Road,
on Sunday, November 6 with ArtsPower National Touring Theatre's
production of Chicken Dance. Based on the award winning book by Kansas
farm girl turned children's book author Tammi Sauer... read
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“Fright Night”
at Library
Join us on Friday October 21st for everyone’s favorite “Fright Night”
at the Greenville Public Library. Take the haunted tour through
the Library any time between 7:00 - 10:00 pm for $5.00 a person.
This event is in collaboration with Gateway Youth and all proceeds go
to supporting their non-profit program. See
gatewayyouthprograms... read
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Butterfly Monitoring Every Friday at DCP
Darke County Parks needs help! Butterfly habitat is declining, and
scientists need to monitor their populations very closely. Every Friday
at 2pm from now through the end of October, join a naturalist to hike a
pre-set path and record all the butterflies observed. These numbers
will then be sent on to the Ohio Lepidopterists for scientific study.
There’s no need to be an expert. A staff member... read
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Edison State Brings Comedian to Campus for
Free Show
Edison State Community College brings comedian and singer–songwriter,
Evan Wecksell to the Piqua Campus on Thursday, October 20 at 12 p.m. in
the Cafeteria. This side–splitting performance is open to the community
and is being offered free of charge. Often compared to comedic
superstars Adam Sandler and Stephen Lynch, Evan’s act is a blend of
comedy and music that celebrates the college... read
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TV Show(s) Update… Blood, Sweat
& Pig’s Ears
The DIY Network, Wed., Oct. 19th, 7-11pm - We're on the schedule for
this Wednesday, October 19th on the DIY Network from 7pm to 11pm.
The first 6 episodes are the re-airing of American Rehab
Charleston. This is the Country Victorian project (also known as
The TV House) that originally premiered on August 28, 2014. The two
brand... read
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Art of Recovery
Artists Reception & Open House
The Tri-County Board of Recovery and Mental Health Services, together
with NAMI | Darke, Miami and Shelby Counties, cordially invite you to
attend the Art of Recovery Artists Reception and Open House Wednesday
October 19 from 5:30 to 7PM in the Myers-Vacarro Art Gallery at Edison
Community College in Piqua. Art of Recovery showcases... read
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Fire Starting
Basics at DCP
Join Darke County Parks to re-learn the crucial and very basic skill of
fire starting without matches. On Thursday October 20th at 6pm the
parks welcome Rob Simpson of the local Canteen Shop back to Shawnee
Prairie Preserve for this hands-on workshop. During the program, he
will introduce a variety of techniques for starting fire and... read
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Fall Hiking
Series: Full Harvest Moon Hike
The air is turning crisp, and mosquitoes are a thing of the past. It’s
time to hike! We are entering one of the best times to get out doors,
and Darke County Parks has a variety of walking programs to offer. On
October 18th at 8pm join a naturalist at Routzong Preserve on Routzong
Rd. just north of St. Rt. 571 to enjoy the full harvest... read
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Fright Night
Coming!
Again this year, the Gateway Youth Program with the help of the
Greenville Public Library is planning their annual “FRIGHT NIGHT”
haunted library fundraiser. The haunting will be on October 21 at
the Greenville Public Library at 520 Sycamore Street between 7:00 to
10:00 pm. The library is a wonderful enlightening place during the
day... read
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Prairie Days
T-Shirts Available
Before the 2016 Prairie Days becomes a distant memory, get a Prairie
Days T-shirt. The Friends of the Darke County Parks are still offering
their commemorative t-shirts for the parks’ biggest festival of the
year. The cotton blend shirt is gray with black lettering and comes in
youth sizes small, medium, and large; and adult sizes small, medium... read
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Library Film
Series Features The Birds
The Birds (1963) is perhaps the strangest film Alfred Hitchcock ever
made, or at least the most unlikely. Though the film’s tension comes
more from suspense than horror, placing the narrative in the British
director’s wheelhouse, it’s still an odd choice for Hitchcock. While
it’s not the only quasi-horror film he ever made (Psycho has to... read
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Edison State
Holds 5K to Benefit Seth Bishop
Edison State Community College’s 5K for a Cause will be held on
Saturday, October 29, 2016, at the Piqua Campus. The race is held
annually to benefit community members in need. This year’s race will
benefit Seth Bishop, of Sidney, Ohio, with his fight against cancer.
Diagnosed with testicular cancer in June of this year, Bishop’s cancer
has spread... read
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Outdoor Author
Tom Petkewitz to Speak at Garst
On Sunday, October 16 at 2:00 pm, Garst Museum will kick off its annual
Speaker Series with a talk by outdoorsman Tom Petkewitz. He will speak
about his new book, From Outdoors Past: A Journey Through Time and
Select Territory. The book is a collection of photos and stories about
fishing and hunting artifacts from the Western Ohio... read
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Beggars’ Night
and Halloween Parade returns to Downtown Greenville
GREENVILLE, Ohio- On Thursday, October 27th, downtown Greenville will
be transformed into a trail of Halloween treats for elementary school
aged children. The Early Bird/BlueBag Media, Main Street Greenville and
downtown businesses are pleased to bring this safe Halloween event to
the community! There are many ways to join in the fun, including a
costume contest and costume parade... read
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Ghost Walk
tickets on sale
Darke County Center for the Arts will continue a long-standing
Halloween-season tradition when they host their thirteenth annual Ghost
Walk in Downtown Greenville on Friday, October 28, Saturday, October
29, andSunday, October 30. Based on stories collected by Arcanum
resident Rita Arnold which tell of local ghostly encounters, walks... read
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The Great
Pumpkin Hunt at DCP
Pumpkins, pumpkins everywhere! Looking for an alternative to scary
Halloween events? The Great Pumpkin Hunt is fun for the whole family.
Spend the afternoon wandering through the woods at Shawnee Prairie
Preserve on a scavenger hunt filled with tons of fall goodies. Inside
the nature center each child will get a pumpkin to paint... read
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EUM… SHINE – a Halloween
Alternative
Families throughout Darke County are invited to EUM’s annual fall
festival—SHINE (Sharing His Incredible News Everywhere) on Sunday,
October 23, 2016 from 4:00—7:00 pm at the Worship Center. This year
families will be “Finding Jesus” as they journey through story stations
that share messages of hope and joy found... read
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“Meet the
Ghosts of Ohio” at Library
James Willis invites you to "Meet the Ghosts of Ohio" on Wednesday,
October 19th, at 6:00 p.m. in the Greenville Public Library’s third
floor meeting room. James is a paranormal researcher and author
of over a dozen books including Ohio’s Historic Haunts: Investigating
the Paranormal in the Buckeye State, The Big Book Of Ohio Ghost... read
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Free Darke
County Health Fair October 11
“Be Well At Every Age” - GREENVILLE, OHIO, October 6, 2016 – The 42nd
annual Darke County Health Fair is Tuesday, October 11 from 8 a.m. to 4
p.m. at the Darke County Fairground Youth Building, located at 800
Sweitzer Street in Greenville. The Darke County Health Fair is
free and open to the public. The fair will offer free health... read
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Sled Dog racing
champion opens DCCA’s Arts in Education Series
Darke County Center for the Arts will present the first performance of
their 2016-2017 Arts In Education Series during the week of October 10
when sled dog racing champion and educator Tasha Stielstra performs her
program "Pulling Together" for fourth through sixth graders in all
local public schools. In addition to providing hands-on... read
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American Red
Cross Seeking Volunteers to Fulfill Humanitarian Services
Training classes available for a variety of roles - GREENVILLE, OH
(Sept. 29, 2016) - The Northern Miami Valley Ohio Red Cross is seeking
volunteers to help the organization fulfill its humanitarian mission.
It is specifically looking for those interested in serving in one of
three particular areas, and is offering free training in those areas
during October... read
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League of Women
Voters Candidates Night
The League of Women Voters of Darke County is again sponsoring a
Candidates Forum on Monday, October 10 from 7:00 – 8:30 PM.
Located at the American Legion Hall, Ohio St., in Greenville , the
non-partisan forum will focus on the contested races for Darke County
Commissioner and Darke County Prosecuting Attorney... read
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Accepting Entries for the 13th Annual
Hometown Holiday Horse Parade
GREENVILLE, Ohio- Voted best parade by the readers of Ohio Magazine in
2015, Main Street Greenville is busy preparing for the 13th Annual
Hometown Holiday Horse Parade! The parade will take place the weekend
before Thanksgiving on Saturday, November 19th. The lighted horse
parade event boasts 90+ entries and brings an... read
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Main
Street Greenville… First Friday:
Live Music
Friday, October 7th -- The temperature may have dropped, but
downtown Greenville will continue to offer a full calendar of events
for all to enjoy! The fun will continue during the October First
Friday: Live Music event on Friday, October 7th from 6-9 pm. During the
evening, nine musicians will perform in different locations throughout
the district. Some will be hosted inside businesses... read
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Safety Class
Coming to EUM Church
EUM Church is hosting an outreach program called Beware / Be Aware on
Sunday, October 9 from 2:00 – 4:00 pm. This event is free and open to
the public and will be held at 111 Devor Street in Greenville. Debb
Summers and Brenda Glunt will be speaking about personal safety and
self awareness. Debb has taught Refuse to be a Victim classes and is an
NRA basic pistol instructor... read
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Alien
Arrangements at DCP
Shawnee Prairie is no stranger to invasive plants, also known as
aliens. The woods, wetlands, and prairies are home to teasel,
honeysuckle, creeper, garlic mustard, and more. Parks and preserves
spend countless hours trying to control the spread of these alien
plants. On Saturday, October 8th at 10am at Shawnee Prairie Preserve,
Darke... read
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VHCC speech
therapist to present to Power Over Parkinson’s Group
Versailles Health Care Center is pleased to invite the community to its
monthly event for people with Parkinson’s Disease and their families!
Power Over Parkinson’s meets monthly to empower, socialize, and
learn. The topic for October will be Dysphagia – Swallowing
Disorders and will be presented by Versailles Health Care Center... read
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“Feed Darke
County” Food Drive Begins
The Fish Choice Pantry has begun its annual “Feed Darke County” food
drive, which kicked off at the Illumination Festival held at the Darke
County Fairgrounds on September 17. According to Fish Director Kristy
Cutarelli, donations are sorely needed to fill pantry shelves which
have thus far this year served almost 1800 households... read
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Community Blood Center… Celebrate
fall with ‘Buckeye Strong’ coffee tumbler
DAYTON, Ohio – Area sponsors will host Community Blood Center blood
drives throughout October. The “Buckeye Strong Blood Donor”
ceramic coffee tumbler is a warm gift to everyone who registers to
donate. Donors are encouraged to schedule an appointment online
at www.DonorTime.com or call 1-800-388-GIVE. CBC is celebrating... read
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Floating for
Colors with DCP
Darke County Parks is going to try for one more float for the 2016
season. On Friday, October 7th from 11am to 5pm join naturalists at
Shawnee Prairie Preserve west of Greenville on St. Rt. 502 for an
exciting autumn paddle. After meeting at the Nature Center,
participants will carpool to Lake Loramie State Park. Once there,
everyone... read
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Fall Ice Cream
Social at Union City
Trinity Lutheran Church on Monday, October 10th - Trinity Lutheran
Church in Union City will have its annual Ice Cream Social as a Fall
Event onMonday, October 10th from 4:30 to 7:30. This event is
open to the public and we invite all of our family and friends to
attend. It is guaranteed that you enjoy a good meal, ice cream,
desserts and plenty of social time with family, friends and
neighbors. Trinity is located at 1470 St. Rt. 28. Since it
is harvest season, carry out will be available to deliver supper to the
fields if needed. Everyone is welcome at Trinity Lutheran Church
- we hope to see you there.
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State of the
Heart Children’s Grief Group
State of the Heart will be hosting a children’s Grief Support Group for
any child ages 6-12 who is grieving the loss of a loved
one. There need be no association with hospice and
the sessions are free. This group will meet on Tuesdays starting
October 4 and continue until November 1. Meets will take place in
State of the Heart’s Darke... read
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Butterfly
Monitoring Every Friday at DCP
Darke County Parks needs help! Butterfly habitat is declining, and
scientists need to monitor their populations very closely. Every Friday
at 2pm from now through October, join a naturalist to hike a pre-set
path and record all the butterflies observed. These numbers will then
be sent on to the Ohio Lepidopterists for scientific study. There... read
more |
Ag. Breakfast
Meeting
Ag. Breakfast Meeting, Thursday, October 6, 7:30am, Brethren Retirement
Center's Cafeteria, Greenville (Enter through the Center's main doors
under the awning, and follow the signs to the cafeteria.) For your
calendar: the following month’s meeting will be November 3, 2016. Sam
Custer - Extension Educator, Agriculture & Natural Resources.
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Brass Quintet
opens DCCA’s Coffeehouse Series
Darke County Center for the Arts will open their 2016-2017 Coffeehouse
Series season with Mirari Brass Quintet performing on Thursday, October
13 at Montage Cafe in downtown Greenville. According to DCCA Artistic
Director Keith Rawlins, the ensemble performs a dynamic mix of genres
that delights audiences of all ages. “Mirari Brass... read
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Naturally Fit
Series with DCP
Darke County Parks is hosting a series of fitness programs called
Naturally Fit occurring the fourth Monday of every month. Everyone
wants to lead healthier lives and spend more time outdoors. However,
workout machines aren’t always environmentally friendly, and gyms
aren’t very exciting. Besides, sometimes life just gets... read
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Sweetheart Gala
Helps Build Homes
Destination Known Missions Ministry of EUM Church in Greenville, Ohio
is in its eleventh year partnering with the Potter’s House Association
in Guatemala. Over the years, teams from EUM Church have built sixteen
homes for families that live in the garbage dump shanty communities.
They have visited countless families in their homes to... read
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GHS Vocal Music
Department presents Fall Concert – Believe
GREENVILLE - The Greenville High School Vocal Music Fall Concert will
be held on Tuesday, October 4 at 7:00 pm at St. Clair Memorial Hall.
All seats are general admission for only $5. Tickets may be purchased
prior to the concert in the choir room at Greenville High School from
7:30-11:30 am, Monday -Friday. Tickets... read
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Pottery and
enhanced photos on display at Bear’s Mill
“Art At the Mill” will feature teapots and other vessels created by The
Millrace Potters along with the mixed media photographic overlays
created by Celina resident Virginia Burroughs at their upcoming art
exhibit opening with an artists' reception at historic Bear's Mill on
Friday, October 7. Entitled “Autumn Brews,” the display in the Mill's
Clark... read
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Team Building
Workshop Offered at Edison State
The Edison Foundation's Academy for Community Leadership in partnership
with The Paul G. Duke Foundation will present the second of a three
session Fall Mini Series geared toward strengthening not-for-profit
organizations by providing quality educational and training
opportunities on Wednesday, October 12from 11 a.m... read
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Time Out 4
Health! 2016 Fall Wellness Challenge
The 2016 Fall Wellness Challenge by Ohio State University Extension’s
Live Healthy Live Well Program is a FREE six week on-line email
experience designed to help participants improve their health by
encouraging physical activity, enjoying healthy foods, and practicing
sound activity suggestions. Those who sign up will receive two weekly
e... read
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Aging Smart
OSU Extension, Darke County, has scheduled an “Aging Smart” 3 week
program. Older adults, 65+ are the fastest growing population
group in the United States. Ohio currently has 2.5 million people
over age 60 and 1.7 million over age 65. By 2035, over 28% of
Ohio’s population will be over 60. Most older adults want
to remain independent and... read
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Down to Earth
Book Club
The Darke County Park District is pleased to announce the Down to Earth
Book Club’s autumn selection. Each quarter the program will feature a
different book, some by well-known nature writers, some about outdoor
adventure, and even some about pioneers settling Ohio. Everyone is
invited to read the book and join them at the Nature Center... read
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T-V
Fall Homecoming… 2016
Tri-Village Community & School Fair
“Following Our Dreams & Building On New Traditions”. This years’
theme has a special meaning as we begin a “New Tradition” by combining
our 1st annual Tri-Village Community & School Fair with Homecoming.
“Following Our Dreams” applies to many wonderful and exciting things
happening at Tri-Village and within our community. A long-lived
dream... read
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Scholarships available for Edison’s
Community Leadership series
The Edison Foundation’s Academy for Community Leadership (the Academy)
in partnership with The Paul G. Duke Foundation begins its fourteenth
program of classes on January 18, 2017, for those who serve as members
and executive directors of not-for-profit boards. The classes are
designed to help individuals make a difference on their boards... read
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Coffee with the
Commissioner
The next “Coffee w/the Commissioner” will take place on Saturday,
September 24th at the Double M Diner located in the Plaza building at
the corner of 5th and Broadway, in Greenville, from 8:00 a.m. until
10:00 a.m. This is a favored stop for the Commissioner and he hopes
many of you will come out, enjoy a cup of coffee and a good breakfast,
and ask questions about the county. Once again, Saturday... read
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Darke
County Solid Waste… Household
Hazardous Waste Collection Nears
The Darke County Solid Waste District will once again sponsor a
one-day, drive-through household hazardous waste collection event on
Saturday, October 8, 2016. Darke County Residents are invited to
drop off their household hazardous waste at the Darke County
Fairgrounds Swine Barn from 8 am to 12 noon. There is a limit of 15
containers of paint, no matter the size... read
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Lively
Entertainment Set for 2016 Prairie Days
Looking for some local, free entertainment? Prairie Days has a full
schedule of entertainers on the outdoor stage and around the festival
grounds. Visit Shawnee Prairie for the festival, from 10:00 am to 5:00
pm on Saturday, September 24th and from 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm on Sunday,
September 25th. Admission and parking are FREE! Darke County... read
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DeWine
Announces 2016 Take Action Scholarship Contest
(COLUMBUS, Ohio)—Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine today announced the
start of the eighth annual Take Action Video Contest, which gives Ohio
high school students a chance to win up to $2,500 in college
scholarships. “This contest helps high school students learn about
consumer protection while competing to earn money for college,”
Attorney... read
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Open position
on Greenville City Council
The Darke County Republican Party is accepting letters of interest and
resumes for the position of Greenville City Council, 4th Ward. Any
registered Republican residing within the City of Greenville, Ohio, 4th
Ward, that is interested, can apply to Darke County Republican Party at
P. O. Box 45, Greenville, OH 45331 or e-mail to cpike3@woh.rr.com. The
deadline for submission is Noon on September 23, 2016.
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A Day of
Harvest in Downtown Greenville
GREENVILLE, Ohio- Fall has arrived in downtown Greenville with the
annual A Day of Harvest event, held on Saturday, September 24th.
Overflow your senses with fall favorites found in downtown Greenville!
Be sure to check out all of the fall inspired items in the quaint shops
and restaurants; including unique home decor, cozy fall fashions,
and... read
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Prairie Days at
Shawnee Prairie
Step through a wrinkle in time to experience life on the Ohio frontier.
On the weekend of September 24th and 25th the Darke County Park
District will host its 16th Annual Prairie Days festival at Shawnee
Prairie Preserve at 4267 St. Rt. 502 West near Greenville. As festival
attendants wander through the grounds they’ll hear the ring of the... read
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A Forgotten
Heritage
The Greenville Public Library is happy to host A Forgotten Heritage:
The German Methodist Church on Thursday September 29th at 6:00
p.m. Author Barbara Dixon will share this interesting and
little-known story of the dynamic history of the Central District
Conference - which once included Ohio, Indiana, Michigan,
Kentucky... read
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Studabaker
Schoolhouse Participates in the Ohio Open Doors Tours
Celebrate the 50th anniversary of the National Historic Preservation
Act with special, behind-the-scenes tours and talks at buildings and
historic places all over Ohio including Darke County. Ohio Open
Doors is a statewide effort where building and landmark hosts open
their doors to the public for special tours and programs. Fort... read
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Delicious Food
Offered at Prairie Days
What is everyone’s favorite part of a festival? That’s right, the food!
Once again, most food available during the Prairie Days festival will
be provided by local non-profit organizations, so not only are you
filling your belly, you are helping out a good cause. Parking and
admission to Prairie Days are free, so that gives families a few... read
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Garst to hold
12th Annual Museum Day Live!
Free Admission on September 24, 2016, with a Downloadable Museum Day
Live! Ticket - The National Annie Oakley Center, Crossroads of Destiny,
Lowell Thomas-With Lawrence and Beyond… Greenville, Ohio— Garst Museum
and The National Annie Oakley Center will open its doors free of charge
on Saturday September 24, 2016, as part of Smithsonian... read
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5th Annual “Run
for the Rails 5K Run/Walk” Planned
Whether walker or runner, experienced or beginner, all are welcome to
run the rail! The Bradford Ohio Railroad Museum will host its 5th
annual Run for the Rails 5K run/walk on Saturday, October 8, 2016. All
activities will be held at the Bradford Church of the Brethren Refinery
Coffee House (corner of Miami Ave. and Oakwood Street in... read
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DCCA’s Artists
Series opens with internationally known guitar duo
Darke County Center for the Arts will open their 2016-2017 season at
St. Clair Memorial Hall in Greenville onSaturday, September 24 with
Loren and Mark, guitarists whose varied repertoire crosses genres,
appealing to fans of pop, bluegrass, western, and jazz music. “These
guys are widely admired by their musical peers... read
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Library Film
Series Features Bright Star
Bright Star (2009) is a film of such tender, unguarded emotion, about
such honest, bare affection, it could be written off by an immature
viewer as a flight of romantic fancy. This would be a grave
mistake. It is one of the truest cinematic documents of the human
heart’s joys and losses committed to film in recent memory. It is
a film of... read
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DCP School
Program Possibilities
Darke County Parks would like to extend an invitation to teachers for
the 2016-2017 school year to get your students outside! When it
comes to providing quality curriculum based supplemental programming,
Darke County Parks’ nature programs are the best resource.
Teachers are encouraged to take advantage of what Darke County Parks
can offer. Whether it’s geology... read
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Milkweed Pod
Collection is Underway
People from all different backgrounds have come together to help in the
plight of the Monarch Butterfly. As you may have heard the Monarch
Butterfly numbers have been on the decline for a number of years. One
plant that impacts the Monarch butterfly’s survival is the common
Milkweed plant. The Monarch Butterfly pretty much relies on the
Milkweed plant for the majority of its lifecycle... read
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Fall Genealogy
Workshop
The Darke County Genealogical Society, Inc. will hold its Fall
Genealogy Workshop on Saturday, Oct. 8. Featured speaker will be
Katherine Willson. The sessions will be held at Garst Museum, Lowell
Thomas Meeting Room, 205 N. Broadway, Greenville, OH 45331. Doors open
at 8:30 a.m. 9:15 – 9:30 Introductions and Welcome. Session... 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 5, 12 and 19,
2016, 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... read
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Darke County Parks… Prairie
Pollinators at September Park P.A.L.S.
Darke County Park District invites children in kindergarten through 2nd
grade to join them on September 17th from 10am to noon to explore
pollinators during Park P.A.L.S! Butterflies, bees, and more! Students
will discover the importance of pollinators while they hike the trails
and get up close and with these winged wonders. Participants... read
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2016 Annual
Fish Sale
The Darke Soil and Water Conservation District will be conducting their
annual fish sale. We will be offering largemouth bass, bluegill,
channel catfish, yellow perch, black crappie, redear sunfish, hybrid
bluegill, white amur and minnows. Call the Darke Soil and Water
Conservation for order forms and pricing. You can visit us online at
darkeswcd.com, follow us on Facebook and Twitter, or stop by the office
at 1117 South Towne Court in Greenville. Orders must be received with
payment at the office no later than Monday October 17th 2016 before
4:00pm, call 548-1752. You can pick up your order at 2:30 pm on
Thursday, October 20th 2016. Please bring a 5 gallon bucket full of
your pond water to transport the fish.
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BBQ Chicken
Fundraiser
GREENVILLE - First Congregational Christian Church, 115 West Fifth
Street, will be having a BBQ Chicken Dinner Fundraiser to assist with
the costs of its Christian Education for the coming year. Chicken
Dinner tickets must be purchased in advance from the FCCC office or
from any member of the church. You may call the church at 548-3575 to
arrange ticket pickup. You can also contact Betsy Erwin at 417-6998 to
purchase. The cost is $7 per ticket, and the meal includes BBQ chicken,
chips, applesauce and a roll from Paul's BBQ. Pop and water will be
available for purchase on the day of the event. Deadline to purchase
tickets is September 11. Meals can be picked up at the FCCC Activity
Building behind the church on September 18 from 12:00 to 3:00 pm. There
will be a drive thru service offered in the alley between Fifth Street
and Dever Street or you can enjoy your meal in the Activity Building.
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DCP Offers
Project WILD Training
Darke County Parks invites teachers and educators of all types on
Saturday, October 1st from 9am to 4pm at Shawnee Prairie Preserve
Nature Center, to explore the fascinating world of wildlife and
ecosystems using fun and hands-on educational activities. Whether you
are a regular classroom teacher or an informal educator, you will
learn... read
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Oven and
Sorghum Press Among Demonstrations at Prairie Days
The 2016 Prairie Days will feature many historical demonstrations.
First volunteers will be demonstrating how pioneers would have made
homemade bread in the outdoor bake oven, also known as the cob oven.
The oven construction was completed during the summer of 2014 and is
located near the northwest corner of the log house. Volunteers... read
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They Wore
What?! Historical Clothing program at DCP
Ever wonder why our ancestors wore all those layers? What was the
point, and how could they ever be comfortable? Join Darke County Parks
on Saturday, September 10th at 2pm for a peak into 200 year old
wardrobes. After a primer on underclothes, we’ll look at ladies’
fashions in Paris at the time and how those styles translated to... read
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EUM Church… True Woman-Cry Out
Online Women’s Conference Simulcast
The serious problems that plague our world won’t be solved through
human effort or political strategies. Our only hope is for God to
intervene. Throughout dark times in history, He has called women to
their knees, and He has worked through their prayers. We’re believing
God for a historic gathering of women to join together and Cry Out!
for... read
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Darke County Visitors Bureau… ‘Ohio
Open Doors’ Coming to Darke County
GREENVILLE, OH – Darke County will be hosting several events during
Ohio History Connection’s first “Ohio Open Doors” event, September
9th-18th, 2016. “Ohio Open Doors” will “celebrate the 50th anniversary
of the National Historic Preservation Act with special,
behind-the-scenes tours and talks at buildings and historic places... read
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Darke County Solid Waste… Tire
Recycling Day Near
Tired of looking at those old tires lying around? Not only are
they an eyesore, they can be dangerous. The Darke County Solid
Waste District and the Ohio EPA want to help you with your tire
problem. The district and EPA will be sponsoring a used tire
collection on Wednesday, September 21, 2016, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00
p.m. In addition to... read
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History Hike
for September Jr. Naturalists
Darke County Parks invites students in grades 3-6 to join them for the
September Jr. Naturalists program on Saturday, September 10th from
9:30am to 12pm at Prairie Ridge Meadow near the Garst Museum in
Greenville. Every corner of this county is bursting with history, and
the parks are no exception. Students will check out Prairie Ridge
Meadow and Tecumseh Point... read
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Darke LWV Tour
of Homes
Back again is the Tour of Homes sponsored by the League of Women Voters
of Darke County. Three magnificent homes, each unique in its own
way, await visitors. Whether appreciation for their beauty, an
interest in gaining new decor ideas, or just looking for an
enlightening afternoon, these homes provide all three. Sunday,
September 18... read
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Darke County Parks… Prairie Days
Is Coming... Help us get ready!
Special Work Days - September 7 & 8 @ 9am - clearing the Natural
Play Zone area for the Prairie Days encampment. Tasks include: picking
up sticks, moving branches, taking down stick structures, trimming
weeds. September 7, 8 & 9 @ 8am - getting out items needed for
Prairie Days event. *Heavy lifting required* Tasks include... read
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Searching for
Spiders for September Preschoolers at DCP
Darke County Parks Naturalist, Mandy Martin, invites preschoolers to
join her for the September Parent and Preschool Adventures programs.
The “Little Explorers” classes for 2-3 year olds will be held on
September 7th from 10am to 11am, and the “Seedlings” class for 4-5 year
olds will be held on September 8th from 10am to 11am... read
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Union City Arts
Festival
Union City Arts Festival will be Friday, Sept. 9, Sat. Sept.10 and Sun.
Sept. 11. There will be arts, crafts, food and libation vendors along
with many bands performing during each day. Headliner on Friday is
Eddie Money, headliner for Saturday is Chris Hawkey and Band and
Christian music on Sunday. Check the UnionCitynow website for times and
ticket information.
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Darke County Parks… Prairie Days
Is Coming... Help us get ready!
Special Work Days - September 7 & 8 @ 9am - clearing the Natural
Play Zone area for the Prairie Days encampment. Tasks include: picking
up sticks, moving branches, taking down stick structures, trimming
weeds. September 7, 8 & 9 @ 8am - getting out items needed for
Prairie Days event. *Heavy lifting required* Tasks include... read
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Walk to End Alzheimer’s… Wine
Tasting Fundraiser at AR Winery
Join the Lentz /Flatter team, Thursday, September 8, 2016, at 7 pm, At
AR Winery, 3564 Gordon Landis Rd., Arcanum, For a fun evening that
includes: Wine tastings with complementary food samples, Silent auction
and Live music. Admission is a $20 Donation or 2 for $35; Ticket
available at A.R.Winery or Dorthy Lentz 937-548-8090. Please come... read
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Edison State to
Honor Former President Dr. Yowell
Edison State Community College will recognize Dr. Kenneth A. Yowell for
his many years of dedication and services to the College on Friday,
September 9 from 5–7 p.m. in the North Hall Atrium of the Piqua campus.
The event is being held by the Edison State Community College Board of
Trustees, the Edison Foundation Board, and President, Dr. Doreen
Larson... read
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Holiday Closings
In observance of Labor Day, Greenville Transit System and all County
Offices Will be CLOSED September 5.
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CBC honors 15th
Anniversary of 9/11, compassion of donors; Schedule of donation opportunities in
Darke County
-- DAYTON, Ohio – Community Blood Center is commemorating the 15th
anniversary of the 9/11 attacks with community blood drives.
Everyone who registers to donate will receive the limited edition “9/11
Never Forget – 15 Years Later and Growing Stronger” t-shirt. Donors are
encouraged to schedule an appointment online at www.DonorTime.com or
call 1-800-388-GIVE... read
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The Bradford
Railroad Museum Presents: Wine and Art
All are invited to attend the annual Wine & Art event at the
Bradford Ohio Railroad Museum (BORM), featuring pottery by local
artist, Gloria Honeyman. The event will take place on September 17,
2016 from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. at the museum (200 North Miami Avenue,
Bradford, OH), a beautiful historic building, built in 1919. “We are
excited to... read
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Grants Training
Workshop Offered at Edison State
The Edison Foundation's Academy for Community Leadership in partnership
with The Paul G. Duke Foundation is pleased to announce that the
popular fall speaker series is making a return. The Academy for
Community Leadership exists to strengthen not-for-profit organizations
by providing quality educational and training opportunities... read
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Darke County Parks… Prairie Days
Log House and Blacksmith Shop
Prairie Days will be a flurry of activity at the log house and
blacksmith shop at Shawnee Prairie Preserve. Not only will they both be
open, as they are almost every Saturday from 1pm to 4pm, but they also
will both be housing all kinds of demonstrations. The log house was
built from 2003 to 2006 and is based on a turn of the 19th century log
home. It... read
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VHCC to host
Back to School for Seniors & their Caregivers
Versailles Health Care Center would like to invite the public to a FREE
four-part Long-Term Care Educational Series, featuring speakers on
financial considerations for seniors and vets, decisions on downsizing
or transitioning to a condo, assisted living, or nursing facility,
Elder Law planning, and recent changes in Ohio Medicaid. BACK TO
SCHOOL FOR SENIORS and their caregiver classes... read
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Women’s Untold
Stories: An Evening of Music, Dance, and Theater
Music, dance, and theater are coming to the Robinson Theater at Edison
State Community College in Piqua on Thursday, September 22, 2016.
Sponsored by the Diversity Committee as a benefit for the Edison
Foundation’s General Scholarship Fund, the program will feature women
from the college and the community displaying their... read
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Darke County Parks… Monarch
Migrations at Shawnee
Fall migration has begun. As Monarch butterflies are making their
journey to Mexico, join a naturalist on Saturday September 3rd at 2pm
at Shawnee Prairie Nature Preserve to tag, record data, and release
these winged beauties. As part of MonarchWatch, Darke County Parks
participate in the research of local monarch populations. During... read
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First Friday
features outdoor movie
Greenville, Ohio: Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, family, and friends
for an outdoor showing of “Minions”! The event will take place on
Friday, September 2nd in downtown Greenville. Main Street Greenville
encourages everyone to dine, shop, and enjoy other activities starting
at 6 pm, with the movie starting at dusk (around 8:15 pm). In the... read
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Homan to speak
to Living With Cancer Support Group
The Cancer Association of Darke County will hold their quarterly
support group at Wayne Health Care on Thursday, September 1 at 7:00
pm. The group will meet on the first floor in the board room
(down past the lab to the left at the end of the hall) Sue Homan,
Registered Pharmacist at Kaup Pharmacy, will share information
regarding hormones... read
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Fall Hiking
Series: Goldenrods and Asters Hike
The air is turning crisp, as the autumn season grows closer. It’s time
to hike! We are entering one of the best time to get out doors, and
Darke County Parks has a variety of walking programs to offer. To kick
off the season, meet a naturalist for a goldenrods and asters hike on
September 1st at 6pm at Turkeyfoot Preserve on Bishop Rd. just off... read
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Ag. Breakfast
Meeting
Ag. Breakfast Meeting, Thursday, September 1, 7:30am, Brethren
Retirement Center's Cafeteria, Greenville (Enter through the Center's
main doors under the awning, and follow the signs to the cafeteria.)
Chuck Gamble will be our speaker, bringing us up to date on Farm
Science Review, to be heldSeptember 20nd through the 22nd. For your
calendar: the following month’s meeting will be October 6, 2016. Sam
Custer, Extension Educator, Agriculture & Natural Resources
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Mary Knapke to
be featured with the Greenville Municipal Jazz Band
The Greenville Municipal Jazz Band will continue the Summer Concerts in
the Park this Sunday, August 28th at 7pm at the Marling Band Shell in
the beautiful Greenville City Park. This week the jazz band will
feature and nice variety of jazz and pop music featuring the high
powered vocals of Mary Knapke. Mary has been a performer for many years
and was prominently featured... read
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“Johnston
Family” story at Garst Museum
On Sunday, September 4, 2016, at 2:00 p.m., at Garst Museum, 205 N.
Broadway, Greenville, OH, the Darke County Genealogical Society
sponsors “ The Johnston Family”. The story of the American frontier,
told through the eyes of John and Rachael Johnston and their fifteen
children. Colonel John Johnston was an Indian Agent in Miami
County, who’s home is now a museum... read
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EUM Seeks
Vendors for Annual Holiday Boutique
The EUM Church Women’s Ministry is hosting a Holiday Boutique on
November 12, 2016, from 9:00 am-2:00 pm at the EUM Worship Center
located at 1451 Sater Street in Greenville (corner of Sater Street
& Sebring-Warner Road). The Holiday Boutique is designed for women
of Darke County to connect with each other, build relationships... read
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DCCA to hold
Annual Meeting
The Darke County Center for the Arts will hold its annual meeting on
Thursday, September 8, 2016, at 7:00 p.m. in the Community Meeting Room
on the third floor of the Greenville Public Library, 126 W. Fourth
Street, Greenville. All DCCA members are invited to attend.
The agenda includes election of officers and trustees and reports from
the... read
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Annual Prairie
Days Pie Baking Contest
Do you think you have the best pie in Darke County? Come find out who
really does! Join the Darke County Park District on Saturday, September
24th for the annual Prairie Days Pie Baking Contest, held at Shawnee
Prairie Preserve (4267 St. Rt. 502 West.) The rules are simple. Have
your pie (or pies if you would like to enter more... read
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Darke County Parks… Butterfly
Monitoring Every Friday at DCP
Darke County Parks needs help! Butterfly habitat is declining, and
scientists need to monitor their populations very closely. Every Friday
at 2pm from now through September, join a naturalist to hike a pre-set
path and record all the butterflies observed. These numbers will then
be sent on to the Ohio Lepidopterists for scientific... read
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Edison State… Help Sought From
Korean War Era Veterans and Families
In preparation for a program to honor Korean War Era veterans at Edison
State Community College, the program coordinator, Dr. Vivian Blevins,
is seeking the help of the community in two ways. First, Blevins is
requesting photos of those from the Miami Valley who were in all
branches of the service during the period for a unique display... read
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GHS Wavaires to
perform at 160th Great! Darke County Fair
GREENVILLE, OH (August 17, 2016) - The Greenville High School Wavaires
will perform in the Grandstand, Friday, August 26, 2:30-3:15pm at the
160th GREAT! Darke County Fair. Tickets are not required to enter the
Grandstand for this free performance. Seating is on a first come, first
serve basis. Tickets are required to enter the gates of the
fairgrounds. Daily tickets are $7 per person for ages... read
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Darke
County Parks… Historical
Encampment at Prairie Days
Once again this year’s Prairie Days Festival at Shawnee Prairie
Preserve will feature a historical encampment with a plethora of
entertaining characters from the distant past. Near the sugar shack,
Tom Franklin will give an interpretation of David Conner, pioneer fur
trader and Indian agent, and he will also have a cross cut saw
demonstration. The historical encampment... read
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Building Blocks
II Parenting Class planned
OSU Extension, Darke County, has scheduled a “Building Blocks II”
parenting series. The classes will be held September 22 and 29,
2016, 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 II” parenting... read
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Darke County Commissioner Mike Stegall… Coffee with the Commissioner
This month is Fair month! In keeping with that, Commissioner Stegall
will be at the Great Darke County fair with most of the people from the
County and surrounding areas. Commissioner Stegall will be at the fair
on Friday, August 19th, August 22nd, and August 26th from 4:00 p.m.
until 6:00 p.m. at the Republican tent to answer any questions, or
listen to any... read
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City of Greenville… Farewell
reception for Mayor Bowers
Join us for a Farewell Reception and Open House for Mayor Mike Bowers!
It is scheduled for Tuesday, August 30, 2016, 11:00 am to 1:00 pm. The
reception will take place in the Council Chambers of the Greenville
City Building, 100 Public Square, Greenville, Ohio. The public is
welcome to stop by and wish Mike well as his services come to an end
as... read
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Teacher
Workshop: Send a Monarch to Mexico
In the fall, over 60,000 students across the globe created symbolic
butterflies and sent them to Mexico as part of Journey North. The
Symbolic Monarch represents the gift of goodwill that each country must
contribute to ensure the survival of this shared natural resource.
Children who live beside the Monarchs' winter sanctuaries in Mexico
protect the paper butterflies and return them in the spring... read
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2016 Ohio State
University’s Farm Science Review, Sam Custer, OSU Extension
The Farm Science Review is Sept. 20-22 this year and will offer farmers
and other visitors to the annual farm show the opportunity to learn the
latest agricultural innovations from experts from the College of Food,
Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences at The Ohio State University.
That includes offering some 180 educational presentations... read
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Naturally Fit
Series with DCP
Darke County Parks is hosting a series of fitness programs called
Naturally Fit occurring the fourth Monday of every month. Everyone
wants to lead healthier lives and spend more time outdoors. However,
workout machines aren’t always environmentally friendly, and gyms
aren’t very exciting. Besides, sometimes life just gets in the way!
Use... read
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Pollinators on
the Prairie with DCP
Summer is here; let’s explore! The hot days and long, warm evenings of
summer make it a great time to explore the natural world. On Saturday,
August 20th at 10am join a naturalist at Shawnee Prairie Preserve on
State Route 502 West for an exciting summer walk. As the parks wrap up
the summer they’ll search for pollinators at Shawnee... read
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Sweetheart Gala Benefits “Scavengers”
For the average American, it is difficult to imagine a life in which
the city dump is both your home and place of employment. The
garbage, the smell, and the filth are outside our realm of
understanding. And yet these living conditions are reality for over
10,000 people who live and work in and around the Guatemala City Dump.
Even in their own country, these impoverished citizens... read
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Hoosier
creativity on Display at Bear’s Mill
Historic Bear's Mill's Clark Gallery will feature two innovative
artists from Indiana in the upcoming “Art At the Mill” exhibit opening
with a reception on Friday, August 19. Award-winning ceramic artist Kim
Anderson who maintains a studio in Hartford City will display her
figurative and functional porcelain vessels, while fellow Hartford City
resident Lynette... read
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Midmark
Corporation to Host “4 Miles for Heart and Health”
Sweetest Day event will honor Midmark Teammate’s legacy, promote heart
disease awareness and prevention - DAYTON, Ohio, Aug. 9, 2016 — Midmark
Corporation today announced it will partner with Wayne HealthCare
Foundation, Rocketship Sports Management and the Winery at Versailles
to host “4 Miles for Heart and Health” on Oct. 15, 2016. The
inaugural... read
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League of Women Voters… Amber
Garrett to speak on Broadway activities
Why is Broadway the place to be on First Fridays in Greenville? At
their annual membership party on Monday, August 15th, League of Women
Voters members and guests will hear Amber Garrett describe
the myriad activities and entertainment happening on Broadway.
Those innovative happenings are a part of the new vitality we are
seeing... read
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Anthony Wayne
Peace Council House Open
Want to learn more about the Treaty of Greenville, about the customs of
the Native Americans here 200 years ago, or about the purpose of the
council house? Join a local historian on August 13th from 1-3pm at the
Anthony Wayne Peace Council House located at Prairie Ridge Meadow Park
across from the Garst Museum to find out about... read
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Edison
Stagelight Players hold open auditions for fall production
The Edison State Community College Stagelight Players are holding open
auditions for Joseph Kesselring's Arsenic & Old Lace, on Tuesday,
September 6 and Wednesday, September 7 at 7:00 p.m.in the Robinson
Theater at Edison State's Piqua Campus. The comedy, Arsenic & Old
Lace, follows the story of a recently wed... read
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Broom Making II
Class
Join Darke County Parks as they welcome back master broom maker, Frank
Rouse to the Nature Center at Shawnee Prairie on Saturday August 13th
at 9am. Frank has over 40 years of experience making brooms of all
shapes and sizes and loves passing on the skill he learned from his
grandfather. This time he will teach participants how to make a turkey
wing whisk... read
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GTS offering
Park and Ride to the Fair for $1
GTS (Greenville Transit System) will be offering a fair shuttle service
weekdays 5:00pm to 11:00 pm and the first Weekend 11:00am to
11pm. The shuttle will run from the Martz Street gate (gate 3) to
two locations on a continuous basis. The locations offer free
parking. Drop off and pick up points are: The City Municipal
Building 100 Public Square Greenville; Darke County JFS Offices... read
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VHCC offers
chair exercise classes in area communities
Versailles Health Care Center, a leader in skilled nursing and
rehabilitation, is giving back to the communities of Russia, Fort
Loramie, New Bremen, and West Milton, by leading monthly chair exercise
classes at senior groups within those communities. The classes are led
by Rebecca Detling, the Director of Business Development at... read
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Friends of the
Parks Basket Raffle
The Friends of the Darke County Park District are once again running
their annual basket raffle this summer to culminate at Prairie Days on
September 24th and 25th. 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 a certificate for a 35lb bag of... read
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Friends of
Harmon Field Public Meeting
Friends of Harmon Field will hold a Public Meeting at 7:00PM on August
10, 2016 at Good Samaritan Stadium at Harmon Field. The purpose
of this meeting is to share information with the community concerning
the progress, direction, and the goals of the project. Friends of
Harmon Field committee members will be on hand... read
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The Art of
Nature Journaling
Do you want a deeper appreciation of the world around you? Do you want
to take a deeper, closer, more intense look at nature? Do you just want
to record what you see on your hike? Join a Darke County Parks’
naturalist on August 11th at 6:30pm for an introduction to the art of
nature journaling. Participants will discuss the different... read
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Darke County Center for the Arts… Two
Tickets to Paradise
Eddie Money Performs at Union City Arts Festival - The Union City Arts
Festival is pleased to announce that Grammy-nominated recording artist
Eddie Money will be performing at the Union City Arts Festivalon
Friday, September 9th at 9PM! The Union City Arts Festival is a
multiple day festival celebrating local, regional and emerging... read
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Ohio Department of Agriculture… ODA
announces farm pesticide disposal collection,
Sam Custer, OSU Extension, Darke County -- REYNOLDSBURG, Ohio (July 19,
2016) – The Ohio Department of Agriculture will be sponsoring a
collection for farmers wishing to dispose of unwanted pesticides on
Aug. 24 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the north entrance of the Miami
County Fairgrounds, 650 North County Road 25-A, Troy, OH 45373. The
pesticide collection and disposal service is free of charge... read
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Darke County Parks… Aliens of
Darke County
Did you know that out of more than 2,700 species of plants and animals
found in Ohio, 100 are classified as invasive, or alien? From the
emerald ash borer to honeysuckle and everywhere in between, invasive
species are posing a threat to native wildlife everywhere by shading,
eating, overcrowding, or outcompeting them. Join Jess Besecker, the
Darke... read
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Main Street Greenville… First
Friday to feature over 55 different artists and vendors
If you love arts and crafts, you won’t want to miss Main Street
Greenville’s First Friday event for August, the Artisan Stroll! The
event will feature over 55 different vendors, each offering art,
crafts, or handmade items! The event will be held from 6-9 pm downtown
Greenville on Friday, August 5th. “It will be a jam packed night, with
so... read
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Library Film Some Like It Hot
While classic comedy films had to tick a few important boxes in order
to be considered screwballs, the movies that qualified were far from
formulaic. There were only a few real requirements: fast and witty
dialogue, a zany and unlikely plot, and a willingness to toy around
with gender roles and the moral expectations related to them. 1959’s
Some Like It Hot is worlds apart from... read
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Ag. Breakfast
Meeting
Ag. Breakfast Meeting , Thursday, August 4, 7:30am, Brethren Retirement
Center's Cafeteria, Greenville (Enter through the Center's main doors
under the awning, and follow the signs to the cafeteria.) Daryl Riffle,
Fair Manager, will update us on the 2016 Great Darke County Fair. For
your calendar: the following month’s meeting will be September 1, 2016.
Sam Custer, Extension Educator, Agriculture & Natural Resources
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Greenville Public Library… Pokemon
Go Safari at Library
Reuben Kennett, YA Specialist at the Greenville Public Library, invites
the public to join him for a journey through the downtown Poke Stops
and gyms. The Adventure begins at 7:00 p.m. on August 11th in
front of the Library. Afterward everyone... read
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Darke County Parks… Butterfly
Monitoring Volunteers Needed
Darke County Parks needs help! Butterfly habitat is declining, and
scientists need to monitor their populations very closely. Every Friday
at 2pm from now through September, join a naturalist to hike a pre-set
path and record all the butterflies observed. These numbers will then
be sent on to the Ohio Lepidopterists for scientific... read
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PSA… Greenville
Mayor & City Treasurer
The Darke County Republican Party is accepting letters of interest and
resumes for the positions of Greenville City Mayor and Greenville City
Treasurer. Any registered Republican residing within the City of
Greenville, Ohio, that is interested can apply to Darke County
Republican Party at P. O. Box 45, Greenville, OH 45331 or e-mailed to
cpike3@woh.rr.com. The deadline for submission is Noon on August
29, 2016.
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Targeting
Excellence Scholarship Program, From Sam Custer, OSU
Extension
A fundraiser will be held in Ohio for the Targeting Excellence
scholarship program. This is a nonprofit organization that raises money
for scholarships targeting college students studying fields in food
animal production. This includes poultry, dairy, beef, pork as well as
veterinary sciences. This will be an opportunity for people... read
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Empowering Darke County Youth… Local
tutoring organization to hold fundraisers
Empowering Darke County Youth has two fundraisers planned, the first a
Bob Evans Fundraiser on Tuesday and the second a car wash at Dave Knapp
Ford Lincoln in August. Pick up a flyer at Greenville Public Library
from now through Tuesday, and at Edison Community College on Monday or
Tuesday and enjoy a great meal at Bob Evans in Greenville... read
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Coffee with the
Commissioner
Saturday, July 30th, Darke County Commissioner Mike Stegall will hold
his monthly Coffee with the Commissioner. Feel free to join him at the
Coffee and Cake Company, Fourth Street & South Broadway, from 8
until 10 a.m.
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Naturally Fit
Series with DCP
Darke County Parks is beginning a new series of fitness programs called
Naturally Fit occurring the fourth Monday of every month. Everyone
wants to lead healthier lives and spend more time outdoors. However,
workout machines aren’t always environmentally friendly, and gyms
aren’t very exciting. Besides, sometimes life just... read
more |
NeuroConnect – Connecting survivors of
stroke and brain injury
Versailles Health Care Center is pleased to invite you to our quarterly
event for survivors of stroke and brain injury and their
families. NeuroConnect meets to connect survivors and their
families with positive support and beneficial resources. The next
NeuroConnect will be held on Tuesday, August 2, 2016 at 3 p.m. at
Versailles Health Care Center... read
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ODE…
With your
input, Ohio education can improve
Please complete this survey to create more ways for Ohio students to
get high-quality training and skills. The Ohio Department of Education
believes every young person deserves a pathway to economic success.
That is why we are pursuing a grant from the Council of Chief State
School Officers, the National Association of State... read
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Survival
Skills: Water Purification at DCP
Ohio has plenty of freshwater, but is it safe to drink? Darke County
Parks is pleased to welcome back Rob Simpson, owner of the Canteen Shop
on West 3rd Street in Greenville. On Saturday, July 30th at 1pm Rob
will discuss methods of water filtering and treatment. With water so
readily available, most people don’t think about what they would... read
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Greenville
Municipal Concert Band, From JR Price, Conductor
Entertaining Greenville Since 1877 - Chelsea Whirledge is featured
Sunday with the Greenville Municipal Jazz Band. The Greenville
Municipal Jazz Band will continue the Summer Concerts in the Park this
Sunday, July 24th at 7pm at the Marling Band Shell in the beautiful
Greenville City Park. This week the jazz band will feature and
nice variety of jazz and pop music featuring the beautiful vocals of
Chelsea Whirledge. Chelsea... read
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Great
Darke County Fair… 2016 Little
Miss & Mr. Pageant… Under the Sea
Applications are now being accepted for The 2016 Great Darke County
Fair Little Miss and Mr. Pageant. The pageant will take place in
the fairgrounds youth building, located behind the gazebo. It
will be on Monday, August 22, 2016 with the boys starting at 5:30 and
the girls starting at 6:30. This year’s theme is “Under the Sea,”
a themed... read
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Last “Family
Fun Day” at Library
The last “Family Fun Day” of the summer is Wednesday July 27 at 11:00
a.m. on the lawn at the Greenville Public Library. Join us as we
welcome Elephant and Piggy! These charming life-size characters
from Mo Willems’ best-sellers are sure to entertain as they act out
some of their favorite books in the series and then give away great... read
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Studebaker
to be guest speaker at PERI
Dr. John P. Studebaker, M.S., M.D. and Certified Holistic Specialist,
will be the guest speaker at the Public Employee Retirees (PERI)
luncheon meeting on Monday, August 1, 11:30 a.m., at the VFW on Ohio
Street in Greenville. Cost of the luncheon is $9.00 per person. PERI
members are encouraged to bring guests and nonmembers are encouraged to
attend who have retired under the Ohio Public Employees' Pension
fund... read
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Darke
County Parks… Firefly Fireworks
at DCP
Did you know that fireflies or lightening bugs are actually beetles? On
Thursday, July 21st at 8:30pm at Shawnee Prairie Preserve join a
naturalist to learn about the fascinating world of fireflies. These
bioluminescent bugs use their glow to attract prey, for mating, and
sometimes even a defense mechanism! These wonderful creatures... read
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Main
Street Greenville… Local Artists
Wanted for First Friday Event
Artisan Stroll is the theme for Main Street Greenville's First Friday
event held in August. The event has everything to do with handmade,
homemade, and artisan crafts. The event will take place on Friday,
August 5th from 6-9 pm in the downtown district. The committee is
looking for artisans and crafters to display and sell their
paintings... read
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“Drying Foods”
at the Library
Summer is the time of year to enjoy all the delicious fresh fruits and
vegetables that ripen in the hot sun. Learn to preserve both for
the months ahead through the process of drying! Diane Barga
returns to the Greenville Public Library Thursday July 28th at 6:30
p.m. to demonstrate four methods: vine drying, microwave drying,
oven... read
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Darke
County Parks… Nature by the
Numbers for July Jr. Naturalists
Darke County Parks invites students in grades 3-6 to join them for the
July Jr. Naturalists program on Saturday, July 23rd from 9:30am to 12pm
at Shawnee Prairie Preserve on St. Rt. 502 west of Greenville. In the
arrangement of pinecone scales, the number of flower petals, or even
proportions within the human body, there is a mysterious number that
appears in nature too many times... read
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Minnetrista
Theater at Library
The Greenville Public Library's “Family Fun Day” continues Wednesday
July 20 at 11:00 a.m. on the front lawn. We again welcome
Minnetrista Theater with “My Plate, the Musical.” This program
was developed in conjunction with ChooseMyPlate.gov and the “Let’s
Move” initiative. Running from the planet-gobbling alien called GLUT,
Captain gNosh of the USS MYPLATE II crash lands his spacecraft... read
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Ohio Hosting
North American Manure Expo, Sam Custer, OSU Extension,
Darke County
The North American Manure Expo is about to land in Ohio. The big event,
covering the serious business of using farm animal manure to help grow
crops, while doing it safely and greenly, is Aug. 3-4 at the Molly
Caren Agricultural Center in London, about 25 miles west of Columbus.
“Manure is an excellent source of nutrients for the crops we grow in
Ohio... read
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Enrolling
Preschoolers in Head Start
The Kids Learning Place is continuing enrollment for the Head Start
preschool program for Fall of 2016, call before it is too late. Head
Start is a comprehensive early childhood development program that
serves low-income children from ages birth to five years and their
families at NO COST. It is a federally funded program operated...
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Library Film
Series Features It Happened One Night
The spoiled daughter of a rich man runs away when he threatens to annul
her new marriage. A recently fired newspaperman recognizes her
but doesn't let on, escorting her from southern Florida to New York to
be with her husband. They hate each other. This being a
classic Hollywood comedy, of course, they end up falling in love. It...
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Breast Cancer
Awareness 5K Run/Walk
(Greenville) July 7 - The Breast Cancer Awareness 5K run/walk, which is
part of the Darke County Wellness Challenge, will take place on
Saturday, July 30, 2016 at the Annie Oakley statue in downtown
Greenville. The kids run will begin at 8:00 a.m. with the 5K run/walk
following at 8:30 a.m. We are excited to bring back the “Pink Mile”, a
1-mile... read
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Darke County Parks… Birding by
Kayak with DCP
It’s paddling season! Grab the water bottles, sunscreen, binoculars,
and a hat, and let’s get on the water. On Saturday, July 16th at 9am
join naturalists at Shawnee Prairie Preserve west of Greenville on St.
Rt. 502 for an exciting summer paddle. After meeting at the Nature
Center, participants will travel to the put in location where they will
paddle Lake Loramie. Birding by boat... read
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Darke County Parks … Volunteer
Appreciation Ice Cream Social and Bingo
Darke County Parks would like to send a huge thank you to all of their
volunteers. Whether they regularly help with school groups,
maintenance, animal care, historical interpretation, special events,
habitat healing, or anything in between, the park district board and
staff truly appreciate all their hard work and dedication! The staff
hopes all... read
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DCCA BBQ &
Blues features Johnson and Higgins-Madewell
“Barbecue and Blues” takes place Friday, July 15 on the lovely and
inviting grounds of Turtle Creek Golf Course; tickets cost $10. The
Thirsty Turtle will provide a menu consisting of pulled pork or pulled
chicken, Ronnie's cole slaw, baked beans, and home fries for $12.50
from 6:30 until 8:30 p.m.Cheesecake with strawberry drizzle will be... read
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Essential Oils
Class at Library
Essential oils have been used for millennia as a powerful form of
healing and as a way to enrich physical, mental, emotional, and
spiritual well-being. The Greenville Public Library is proud to
host a presentation by Debbie Mitchell on the principles and facts
about essential oils - what they are, how to use them, when to use
them, and why to use... read
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Darke County Parks… Anthony
Wayne Peace Council House Open
Want to learn more about the Treaty of Greenville, about the customs of
the Native Americans here 200 years ago, or about the purpose of the
council house? Join a local historian on July 16th from 1-3pm at the
Anthony Wayne Peace Council House located at Prairie Ridge Meadow Park
across from the Garst Museum to find out about... read
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Library's Next “Family Fun Day”
“Family Fun Day” at the Greenville Public Library continues on
Wednesday July 13 at 11:00 a.m. with “Poof Daddy.” This
fast-paced, up-beat and totally off-the-wall comedy magic is a high
energy audience-interactive event on the theme of sports, health, and
fitness. Poof Daddy is the same fellow who did the Dr. T. Rex,
Mr. Molecule, and The Math Maniac shows in the past. He's
always... read
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A Dog’s Walk with DCP
Summer is here; let’s explore! The hot days and long, warm evenings of
summer make it a great time to explore the natural world. On Tuesday,
July 5th at 6:30pm join a naturalist at Eidson Woods Preserve on the
corner of State Route 502 West and Union City-Palestine Rd. for an
exciting summer walk. Dog’s like to hike too, so bring your furry
friend along. Please remember to bring... read
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Edison State to Host Fast Track Friday
Events
Edison State Community College will host Fast Track Friday enrollment
events beginning July 8 and running every Friday through August 5 for
new and returning students. The events are designed to expedite the
application and enrollment processes for fall classes that begin August
29. “This event is great because it gives people the opportunity to
complete multiple enrollment steps... read
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DCCA invites local students to audition for
MCT’s Alice in Wonderland
Darke County Center for the Arts is once again presenting a week-long
Missoula Children's Theatre residency which begins with auditions
offering the opportunity for all interested youngsters to try out for a
role in a full-scale musical theatre production and concludes with
performances starring local students. Auditions for MCT's Alice... read
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Ag.
Breakfast Meeting
Ag. Breakfast Meeting, Thursday, July 7, 7:30am, Brethren Retirement
Center's Cafeteria, Greenville, (Enter through the Center's main doors
under the awning, and follow the signs to the cafeteria.) A
presentation on “Cover Crops” will be done by Greg Campbell. For your
calendar: the following month’s meeting will be August 4, 2016. Sam
Custer, Extension Educator, Agriculture & Natural Resources.
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Darke
County Parks… “Bats: What You
Didn’t Learn Watching Batman”
Just like superheroes, bats have impressive and amazing abilities. On
Saturday July 9th at 8pm at Shawnee Prairie Preserve join Marne
Titchenell, Wildlife Program Specialist with The Ohio State University
Extension School of Environmental and Natural Resources to learn about
the fascinating world of bats. Explore all about Ohio’s bats and hear
the... read
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Family Fun Day Continues
The Greenville Public Library's “Family Fun Day” continues in full
force. Don't miss Bruckner Nature Center's awesome program
“Wildlife Encounter” for young and old on Wednesday July 6 at 11:00
a.m. Meet on the front lawn or if bad weather in the First
Congregational Christian Church Activity Building on Wayne and Devor...
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Darke
County Parks… Looking for small
catfish & bluegill
We are looking to re-stock our big aquarium with 2"-3" species of
bluegill and catfish. If you happen to catch some of these,
please consider bringing them to the nature center for our
display. We would like 3-4 each of both the bluegill and
catfish. Reminder: These species get oxygen deprived very
quickly, so you may need to aerate them during transport. Also,
please call... read
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Municipal
Concert Band Kicks Off the Summer Season
The Greenville Municipal Concert Band will begin its summer season on
Sunday, July 3rd at7pm with a Celebration of Independence.
Municipal band concerts will take place in the beautiful Greenville
City Park at the Marling Band Shell. All Concerts are free and
open to the public. Concerts in the park will be given each week
beginning July 3rd and continuing through Labor Day Sunday. The
band will not be... read
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Hope Over
Heroin event scheduled in Troy
Many citizens of Miami County have had the opportunity to attend a
meeting of the Hope over Heroin, Troy planning team. The team is
comprised of various church members and community professionals. Their
work is an effort to unite regional faith-based, non-faith based,
addiction recovery and grief resources at one place, most often for
the... read
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Creeking Hike
with DCP
Summer is here; let’s explore! The hot days and long, warm evenings of
summer make it a great time to explore the natural world. On Saturday,
July 2nd at 2pm join a naturalist at Worth Family Nature Preserve on
Spring Hill Rd. for an exciting summer walk. Who knows what everyone
will find when hiking in the creek looking for critters and cooling... read
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Farm Power of
the Past set for July 7-10
At the Darke County Fairgrounds from July 7 to 10, you may notice a few
old tractors and some activity, but that is only the beginning. Up to
300 antique tractors of many makes and models will be on display, along
with hundreds of gas engines - the small stationary engines that ran
many machines in early households and factories, garden tractors
galore, exhibits of horse drawn equipment... read
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Represent Darke
County Parks at the Gathering at Garst!
Volunteers are needed on both Saturday, July 30th and Sunday, July 31st
to assist at the Darke County Park District booth. You will be
handing out park info, answering questions and promoting Prairie
Days. Period attire is required. Borrowed garments from our
own collection are available on a first come, first serve basis.
Shifts will be every two hours starting at 10am on Saturday... read
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Butterfly
Monitoring Volunteers Needed
Darke County Parks needs help! Butterfly habitat is declining, and
scientists need to monitor their populations very closely. Every Friday
at 2pm from now through September, join a naturalist to hike a pre-set
path and record all the butterflies observed. These numbers will then
be sent on to the Ohio Lepidopterists for scientific study... read
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“Art at the
Mill” exhibits patterns from nature
Historic Bear's Mill's Clark Gallery will feature the unique work of
glass artist Susan Cannon and sculptor and jewelry-maker Jennifer
Engel-Conley in the upcoming “Art At the Mill” exhibit opening with a
reception on Friday, July 8. Sweet and savory finger food provided by
The Merchant House plus drinks will be offered from 6 p.m. until 9... read
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Quarter Auction
to Benefit Gateway Youth
Mark your calendar and grab your roll of quarters to get ready for the
upcoming “Quarter Auction” that is being held on July 15.
Proceeds will benefit the Gateway Youth Programs a local non-profit
program that serves at risk youth from 7 to 18 years old in Darke
County. The event is being held at the Moose Lodge building in
Greenville located at 1200... read
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Financial
Achievement Services offers free document shredding
(June 22, 2016, GREENVILLE, OHIO) Financial Achievement Services
(FAS), is once again offering Darke County residents the opportunity to
have their paper records shredded and recycled on Saturday, July 9th
during their annual Document Shred Day. “Shredding sensitive documents
is an easy way to reduce your risk of becoming a victim of identity
theft,” said Matt Arnold, owner and President of FAS. “We are happy... read
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Your Pet can be a star
Greenville - The Darke County Friends of the Shelter will be making
2017 calendars. Enter your Pet's picture for a chance to become a Star
in the group's 2017 calendar. The monthly pictures will be made up of
local pets. Bring a photo or digital picture to the Darke County Animal
Shelter, located just beyond the Sheriff's Department. All pictures... read
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Naturally Fit Series with DCP
Darke County Parks is beginning a new series of fitness programs called
Naturally Fit occurring the fourth Monday of every month. Everyone
wants to lead healthier lives and spend more time outdoors. However,
workout machines aren’t always environmentally friendly, and gyms
aren’t very exciting. Besides, sometimes life just gets... read
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Take a cruise down memory lane during
July’s First Friday
Greenville, OH - This year, Main Street Greenville will offer a new
event for July’s First Friday! The focus is a 1950’s inspired theme,
highlighting memories that once took place on Broadway, the main drag
of downtown Greenville. Fire up the engine of your hot rod and take a
cruise down memory lane on Friday, July 1st from 6 to 9 pm. “The... read
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Holiday Closings
Greenville
Transit System Will be CLOSED July 4th In observance of
Independence Day. County and other government offices also will be
closed in “Observance of Independence Day”. Edison Community College
Darke County Campus also will be closed, as will the Greenville Public
Library.
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Recovery
& Mental Health Services… Call
for Entries for October 2016 Art of Recovery Exhibit
The Tri-County Board of Recovery and Mental Health Services is seeking
entries from local artists for its annual Art of Recovery showcase, as
well as a juried gallery exhibit to be displayed in the Art Gallery at
Edison State Community College in Piqua throughout the month of
October. Artists who have been affected personally, through a family
member or friend, or anyone... read
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Frisch
Marionettes at Library
Another treat is in store Wednesday June 29th at Greenville Public
Library's “Family Fun Day. The Frisch Marionette Company will
perform at 11:00 a.m. on the front lawn. Frisch works in the
traditional styles of 19th Century European Puppetry with a
contemporary twist. Every puppet is hand carved and every costume
sewn and custom tailored for each character... read
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Jr. Park
Volunteers for June Jr. Naturalists
Darke County Parks invites students in grades 3-6 to join them for the
June Jr. Naturalists program on Saturday, June 25th from 9:30am to 12pm
at Shawnee Prairie Preserve on St. Rt. 502 west of Greenville. The June
program will feature honeysuckle and garlic mustard. Honeysuckle smells
terrific, but is non-native and invasive. That... read
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Food and fun at DCCA’s “Barbecue and Blues”
Darke County Center for the Arts will host “Barbecue and Blues,” a
family-friendly fundraiser at Turtle Creek Golf Course on Friday, July
15. The event opens at 6:30 p.m., with local favorites Higgins-Madewell
providing their unique blend of strong vocals and amazing acoustic
guitar work. Modern-day blues virtuoso Jay Jesse Johnson will be the...
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Full Strawberry Moon Hike with DCP
Summer is here; let’s explore! The hot days and long, warm evenings of
summer make it a great time to explore the natural world. On Monday,
June 20th at 9pm join a naturalist at Shawnee Prairie Preserve west of
Greenville on St. Rt. 502 for an exciting summer walk. The hike starts
late, hopefully the skies will clear to walk the trails of Shawnee by
the... read
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July’s Lunch on the Lawn
Get in the holiday weekend spirit on Friday July 1st at Lunch on the
Lawn at the Greenville Public Library! These events have become
very popular with good reason - delicious food, a gorgeous setting, and
fabulous music. You’re welcome to bring a lawn chair or blanket
and your own lunch - or purchase one at the white tent. Or just
stop by... read
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Darke
County Parks… Please sign up to
help with summer camps!
Dates, times and topics listed below: *June 27-July 1 (Ages 13-15) -
help needed 6/28, 6/29, 6/30 & 7/1: Adventure Zone, 10am - 4pm.
NOTE: These activities will be offsite, with 6/30 & 7/1 being
an overnight; *July 6-8 (Ages 6-9) – help needed for all 3 days:
Aquatic Adventures, 2pm – 4pm; *July 11-15 (Ages 10-12) - help
needed for all 5 days: Frontier Survival, 9am – 12pm... read
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Local Artists
Wanted for First Friday Event
Artisan Stroll is the theme for Main Street Greenville's First Friday
event held in August. The event has everything to do with handmade,
homemade, and artisan crafts. The event will take place on Friday,
August 5th from 6-9 pm in the downtown district. The committee is
looking for artisans and crafters to display and sell their paintings,
photography, handmade jewelry, dolls... read
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“Family Fun
Day” at Library
The Greenville Public Library presents its next “Family Fun Day” event
on Wednesday June 22nd at 11:00 a.m. Meet on the lawn under the
shade trees and bring a blanket or lawn chair – ready to welcome back
our favorite juggler Tom Sparough “The Space Painter.” Tom's
shows are breathtakingly fun and always include tons of laughter,
audience... read
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Down to Earth
Book Club
The Darke County Park District is pleased to announce a new program,
the Down to Earth Book Club. Each quarter the program will feature a
different book, some by well-known nature writers, some about outdoor
adventure, and even some about pioneers settling Ohio. Everyone is
invited to read the book and join them at the Nature Center to discuss
the work, enjoy some yummy treats, and suggest... read
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World Blood
Donor Day is June 14
CBC donors can help overcome challenges of summer 2016 - DAYTON, Ohio –
“Blood Connects Us All” is the theme of 2016 World Blood Donor Day and
Community Blood Center is observing the Tuesday, June 14 celebration by
promoting awareness about a summer donation season that arrives with
uncertainties. “It’s an opportunity... read
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Annie Oakley
Barn Unveiling
Annie Oakley Barn Unveiling will be held at Bob & Donna Peters'
Farmstead 10313 Greenville- St. Marys Rd, Ansonia, OH 45303 on
Wednesday, June 15th, 4PM (Rain Date TBA). Light refreshments will be
provided. Download flyer here
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Registration
Now Open for July 12 Western Ohio Precision Ag Day
Registration is now open for the July 12 Western Ohio Precision
Agriculture Day hosted by Ohio State University Extension, Darke and
Miami County in partnership with Dr. John Fulton, Precision Agriculture
Specialist, The Ohio State University. Focusing on precision placement
opportunities, the daylong workshop is a chance for growers to learn...
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Milkweed Seed
Available to Help Monarch Butterflies
Attention primary school teachers, scout leaders or non-profit
organizations involved in environmental education or outreach, there is
an exciting opportunity available for you to help monarch butterflies.
The Ohio Prairie Nursery has milkweed seed available to share and plant
to increase monarch butterfly habitat. A written proposal must be
submitted... read
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Grain Safety
Awareness Program to be held June 14, Sam Custer
OSU Extension, Darke County - On June 14, a grain safety awareness
program will be held at the Darke County Fairgrounds. Demonstrations
using the Grain C.A.R.T. (Community Agricultural Rescue Trailer) —
Ohio’s first portable grain rescue simulator will be done. When working
around grain storage facilities, incidents such as slips, trips,
falls... read
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Coffee with the
Commissioner
Saturday, June 18th, Commissioner Stegall will have a “Coffee with the
Commissioner” at the Whistle Stop, 200 South Main in Ansonia. The
coffee will take place from 8:00 a.m. until 10.00 a.m. Come on out,
enjoy and cup of coffee, and discuss county issues. This is your chance
to let your local officials know what you want in Darke County, and
what is happening in the Commissioner’s office... read
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Pollinator
Workshop to be held in Shelby County
As you’ve heard by now, Monarch butterflies, honey bees, and other
pollinating insects have been declining at alarming rates throughout
Ohio and the Midwest. Did you know that pollinators are responsible for
over 15 billion dollars in agriculture each year? Without them, many of
our favorite and most common foods would cease to exist. Adequate
habitat is the most critical component lacking for many of these
species. Ideal... read
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Library Film
Series Features The Lady Eve
A gorgeous and talented con artist sets her sights on a naive and
vulnerable brewery heir. With the help of her father (and partner in
crime), she woos him until he is putty in her hands. The only thing
that doesn’t go according to her plan is what happens to her own heart:
it softens to the gullible, good-hearted chump, and she falls in love.
Her... read
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Fly Fishing
Basics at Darke County Parks
Join Phill Hollinger, Darke County Parks’ fly fishing expert, on
Saturday, June 18th at 1pm at the Shawnee Prairie Preserve Nature
Center to learn the basics of fly fishing. Participants will discuss
technique, flies (where and when to use them), where to fly fish
locally, and more. After covering the basics, students will look into
other supplies... read
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Darke County Parks… Anthony
Wayne Peace Council House Open
Want to learn more about the Treaty of Greenville, about the customs of
the Native Americans here 200 years ago, or about the purpose of the
council house? Join a local historian on June 18th from 1-3pm at the
Anthony Wayne Peace Council House located at Prairie Ridge Meadow Park
across from the Garst Museum to find out about... read
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Hemmelgarn at
“Family Fun Day”
The Greenville Public Library is thrilled to bring back crowd-favorite
Mike Hemmelgarn to “Family Fun Day” this Wednesday June 15 at 11:00
a.m. Mike always has a new and exciting performance featuring a
custom blend of ventriloquist characters and a wild variety of comedy
juggling with a splash of magic. Mike's unique brand... read
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Empowering Darke County Youth… Limited
tutoring openings still available
More than 40 students will receive needed tutoring this summer courtesy
of eight qualified tutors and education professionals. While afternoon
and evening schedules are full at this time, there are still some spots
available for morning sessions. This is a free tutoring program
established by Empowering Darke County Youth. While it is targeted... read
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Versailles
Salutes the American Farmer
Versailles will Salute the American Farmer at this year’s Versailles
Poultry Days June 10th-12th. Celebrating its 65th anniversary the
festival recognizes the men and women that created and maintain our
area’s agricultural strength. Agriculture the largest industry in
Darke County and Ohio providing thousands of jobs in addition to
feeding millions. The area is a leader in poultry, livestock... read
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Big
Brothers Big Sisters… BBBS
Rubber Duck Race and 5k Duck n Run/walk
Duck adoptions remain steady for the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Shelby
and Darke County, and Jennifer Bruns, Executive Director of the Shelby
and Darke County agency, is hopeful to reach over 4000 ducks being
launched this year. Keeping with tradition, the person with the
number on the winning duck wins the grand prize of $1000.00 and the
next 12 ducks to follow win various prize... read
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Poultry Days
2016 is Just Around the Corner!
The 65th Annual Versailles Poultry Days arrives June 10th, 11th, &
12th! Poultry Days, an annual community festival which began in 1952 to
celebrate the area’s history as a leading poultry producer, is held the
second full weekend in June. Arrive early to enjoy one of our World
Famous chicken dinners. We expect to serve over 25,000 of these
delicious... read
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Jams &
Jellies at the Library
Summer is the time of year to enjoy all the delicious fresh fruits that
ripen in the heat. Learn to capture them in jams and
jellies! Diane Barga returns to the Greenville Public Library
Thursday June 9th at 6:30 p.m. to demonstrate how to make
mouth-watering strawberry freezer jam. You can take home a free
jar just for attending! Please... read
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Family Fest to
be hosted by EUM Church
Kick off your Fourth of July weekend at Family Fest on July 2, 2016 at
the Darke County Fairgrounds. This FREE event begins at 4:00 pm. Family
Fest will host a day of free events for the entire family such as
games, music, bouncy houses, corn hole, dunk tank, volleyball, face
painting, Star 88.9, door prizes and lots more! There will also be
information on hand to help families succeed and thrive, and a FREE
meal for... read
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Joseph at
“Family Fun Day”
Again this summer the Greenville Public Library is hosting Wednesday
“Family Fun Days” featuring top-notch talent that will entertain the
whole family. To start off the season June 8th the Library
welcomes back Joseph Helfrich. Joseph is a multi-instrument
musician, singer, and storyteller who delights young and old
alike. His performance starts at 11:00 a.m... read
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Street Art
Saturday Series Coming to Downtown Greenville
Next weekend, a new event art series will begin in downtown Greenville!
Street Art Saturdays will transform downtown Greenville into a
spontaneous, outdoor performing arts venue on the second Saturdays of
the summer season. The 2016 season includes the dates of June 11th,
July 9th, and August 13th. The events... read
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Paint Out at
DCP by Greenville Art Guild
Join the Greenville Art Guild on Saturday June 11th at 10am at Shawnee
Prairie Preserve as they utilize a variety of mediums to capture the
beauty of nature. Artists will be located around the grounds and trails
throughout the day, and they invite the public to come watch them work.
Visitors can expect to see artists working with everything... read
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Darke County
Parks Volunteer Appreciation Ice Cream Social and Bingo
Darke County Parks would like to send a huge thank you to all of their
volunteers. Whether they regularly help with school groups,
maintenance, animal care, historical interpretation, special events,
habitat healing, or anything in between, the park district board and
staff truly appreciate all their hard work and dedication! The staff
hopes all the... read
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The Poultry
Days Social Tent Schedules Rocks!
Poultry Days 2016 will continue the largest party in the area with an
incredible lineup of musicians. Nine live musical acts offer
sounds ranging from familiar festival tunes, to alternative rock, to
popular country. With a Social Tent that can hold 2,000 people
you can choose to be up front by the music or at a quiet table by the
craft bar. If... read
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Meet the
Mosquitoes at Darke County Parks
Join Grace Winhoven, former Darke County Parks Intern, on Friday, June
10th at 6pm at the Shawnee Prairie Preserve Nature Center to “meet the
mosquitoes”. The insects we love to hate have been in the news
lately, and Darke County Parks is excited to have Grace shine a light
on the mosquitoes of Ohio. She is majoring in entomology at Cornell
University with a strong focus... read
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Versailles
Health Care Center… LLC Founder
to Speak at Power Over Parkinson’s Group
Versailles Health Care Center is pleased to invite the community to its
monthly event for people with Parkinson’s Disease and their families!
Power Over Parkinson’s meets monthly to empower, socialize, and
learn. The June guest speaker will be Tori Holthaus, MS, RDN, LD.
She is the founder of YES! Nutrition, LLC. She is a Registered
Dietitian Nutritionist who provides medical nutrition... read
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Annie Oakley
Golf Tournament planned for July 25
Preparations for the 35th Annual Annie Oakley Golf Tournament are
underway! Last year 100 golfers signed up for the 18-hole event,
which benefited the Cancer Association of Darke County. Committee
members for the tournament are Matt & Angie Arnold, Kent & Lynn
James, Todd and Beth Durham, Ray & Bettye Laughlin, Ed & Kay
Curry... read
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Versailles Health Care Center… Versailles
native to speak at VHCC
Versailles native, Dr. Kenneth Pohl, Orthopedic Surgeon, recently held
an educational workshop at Versailles Health Care Center on what’s new
in joint replacement surgery. Dr. Pohl spoke about the various options
available to those impacted by joint pain and/or dysfunction. Dr. Pohl
also held a question/answer session following his... read
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Entries
accepted for Greenville Athletic Boosters Golf Outing
Entries are now being accepted for Greenville Athletic Boosters Golf
Outing being held @ Turtle Creek Golf Course on Saturday, June
25th. The Booster Golf Outing proceeds help fund annual
scholarships, equipment reconditioning, and purchasing of new
uniforms. The strength of the Athletic Boosters has always
depended upon... read
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2016 Education
Canoe Float on Friday, June 17th
GREENVILLE – Come out and enjoy a day on Greenville Creek on June 17,
2016. The Darke and Miami Soil and Water Conservation Districts,
City of Greenville, along with the Stillwater Watershed Project and the
Park Districts of Darke and Miami Counties, are teaming up to provide
an educational and fun trip covering a little over three miles on a
tributary to one of Ohio’s most... read
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Downtown
Greenville Farmer’s Market Opening Day
GREENVILLE, Ohio- The Downtown Greenville Farmers’ Market will
return
on Saturday, June 4th in front of the Darke County Courthouse on the
corner of 4th and Broadway. The market will take place every Saturday
until October 8th from 9 am to 1 pm. The Downtown Greenville Farmers’
Market has been a Darke County staple since 1998. This year promises to
be another... read
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Cancer
Support Group… Tudor talks on
Toxins
Christine Tudor will be speaking about toxins in our environment at the
Cancer Support Group on June 2 at 7 pm at Wayne HealthCare in the 1st
floor board room.
Christine was born and raised in Ohio. She
attended Eastern Kentucky University, where she received her B.S.
in 1974 and herMasters of Ed. from Wright State University in
1980. Continuing at The University of Dayton... read
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DeColores
Montessori still accepting Toddlers and Preschoolers
As the end of another school year quickly approaches, the DeColores
Montessori School is still accepting students for 2016/17. Families
with toddlers (ages 1-2) and/or preschoolers (ages 3-5), are encouraged
to call and inquire about our programs and set-up a tour and visit. We
are happy to show you around our school and what makes DeColores... read
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Downtown
Greenville is the place to be for live music!
More than ten different musicians will perform during Main Street
Greenville’s June First Friday event! The event is scheduled for
Friday, June 3rd from 6-9 pm in downtown Greenville. “The performers
will be placed at different locations throughout the downtown district.
This will allow folks to enjoy music as they stroll, shop, and dine
downtown... read
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Darke County
Parks Summer Camps
For over a decade, Darke County Parks summer camps have been an annual
tradition for families. In the parks continued commitment to get kids
outside to learn, appreciate, and enjoy nature, they offer two styles
of camps, day camps and mini camps. The classic day camps are similar
to the format the parks has done for the last ten... read
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Survivor’s Day
Walk
Cancer Association Board Members invite the public to attend our annual
SURVIVOR’S DAY WALK. The walk will be held at Greenville City Park,
Shelter 3, June 5, 2016 Sunday afternoon. The event lasts from 4:00 pm
– 7:00 pm. Registration will be at the sign-up table. Hamburgers,
brats, chips and desserts will be served for a donation. LIVE
MUSIC... read
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Darke
County Parks… Butterfly
Monitoring Volunteers Needed
Darke County Parks needs help! Butterfly habitat is declining, and
scientists need to monitor their populations very closely. Every Friday
at 2pm from now through September, join a naturalist to hike a pre-set
path and record all the butterflies observed. These numbers will then
be sent on to the Ohio Lepidopterists for scientific stud... read
more |
Reptile Review
for June Park P.A.L.S.
Darke County Park District invites children in kindergarten through 2nd
grade to join them on June 11th from 10am to noon to discover all
things reptiles during Park P.A.L.S! Please note the new 10:00 start
time. This month everyone will meet at the Nature Center on St. Rt. 502
west of Greenville to learn what a reptile really is and which... read
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Dave Knapp
dealership to host holiday week blood drive
GREENVILLE, Ohio – Dave Knapp Ford Lincoln in Greenville will help
boost blood donations during the busy Memorial Day holiday week with a
blood drive Saturday, June 4 from 9 a.m. to 12 noon. The
Community Blood Center Bloodmobile will be at 500 Wagner Ave. Donors
are encouraged to schedule an appointment online at
www.DonorTime.com... read
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Ag. Breakfast
Meeting
Ag. Breakfast Meeting , Thursday, June 2, 7:30am, Brethren Retirement
Center's Cafeteria, Greenville (Enter through the Center's main doors
under the awning, and follow the signs to the cafeteria.) For your
calendar: the following month’s meeting will be July 7, 2016. Sam
Custer, Extension Educator, Agriculture & Natural Resources
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American
Pickers To Film In Ohio
Mike Wolfe, Frank Fritz, and their team are excited to return to Ohio!
They plan to film episodes of the hit series AMERICAN PICKERS
throughout Ohio with filming scheduled for this summer. AMERICAN
PICKERS is a documentary series that explores the fascinating world of
antique ‘picking’ on History. The hit show follows Mike Wolfe and... read
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VHCC free joint
replacement class
Versailles Health Care Center would like to invite anyone considering
joint replacement surgery to a FREE Total Joint Replacement
Class. The class will take place on Tuesday, June 7, 2016 at 6 pm
in The Rehab Clinic at Versailles Health Care Center. Dr. Chad Weber,
Orthopedic Surgeon and Rehab Medical Director, along with Versailles
Health Care Center Therapists, will provide information about the joint
replacement journey. Information... read
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Memorial Day
Closings
Greenville Transit System will be closed in honor and recognition of
Memorial Day, May 30.
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Darke County
Parks Seeking Blacksmiths
Darke County Parks is looking for anyone interested in the time honored
trade of blacksmithing. People have been working iron for over 3500
years, and until the, relatively, recent past, the blacksmith was the
hub of the community. Everything from carriage springs to horseshoes
and meat forks to roofing nails came from the... read
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Benches
available for purchase
The Darke County Fair Board and the Darke County Solid Waste Management
District are placing another order for Memorial benches. These six foot
long benches are made from recycled milk jugs as a lasting tribute to
family and friends and will be placed around the Gazebo and other areas
of the Fairgrounds for Fairgoers to enjoy the... read
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Darke County Genealogical Society Picnic
Darke County Genealogical Society Inc. are holding the annual picnic on
Thursday, June 2, 2016, at 5:30 p.m. in the Greenville City Park. This
will be at the same shelter that has been used in the past, #5. Bring
food to share and your tableware and come to have a good time.
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Edible Spring Hike with DCP
Join Darke County Parks for their spring hiking series as they explore
the sensations of spring. On Thursday, May 26th at 6:30pm join a
naturalist at Shawnee Prairie Preserve just west of Greenville on State
Route 502 to forage for fresh spring edibles. Who knows what the
season’s weather will bring, so keep the conditions in mind when you
dress for the hike. For more information... read
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Library's Summer Reading for Kids
The 2016 Children’s Summer Reading Program “On Your Mark, Get
Set...READ” begins Wednesday June 1st at the Greenville Publci
Library. Kids 10 & under can sign up to read and win great
prizes! Just request a reading sheet from the Circ Desk and keep
track of your reading. Each week you can get it stamped and pick
out a prize. The drawing for the grand prizes... read
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Grain Safety Awareness Program to be held,
By Sam Custer, OSU Extension, Darke County
On June 14, the Darke County Farm Safety Just For Kids program will be
held at the Darke County Fairgrounds. Demonstrations using the Grain
C.A.R.T. (Community Agricultural Rescue Trailer) — Ohio’s first
portable grain rescue simulator will be done. When working around grain
storage facilities, incidents such as slips, trips, falls, severe
trauma injuries, entanglement... read
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Greenville Public Library… Library's
Lunch on the Lawn
Warm weather fun is finally here and as you make your summer plans be
sure to include Lunch on the Lawn! This popular event is held the first
Friday of June, July, and August from 11:30 to 1:00 on the beautiful
Greenville Public Library lawn under the shade trees. Box lunches
are available from one of the local eateries and tables... read
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Volunteers
needed during National Painting Week
Our local Sherwin Williams Paint Store has generously offered to donate
paint and a couple of people to paint the railings at Prairie Ridge
Meadow during National Painting Week. This is a big job and they
could use a few more people. Can you help? Details are as
follows: Date: Monday, May 23 & Tuesday, May 24 - Time:
9am - Location: Prairie Ridge Meadow on North Broadway (meet in
the parking lot). Please call Kathi at 937-548-0165 or email her at
kmcqueen@darkecountyparks.org to sign up or if you have questions.
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Elusive
Puttyroot Hike with DCP
Join Darke County Parks for their spring hiking series as they explore
the sensations of spring. On Tuesday, May 17th at 6pm join a naturalist
at Eidson Woods Preserve on the corner of State Route 502 West and
Palestine-Union City Road to search for the Puttyroot orchid. It is the
only wild blooming orchid in Darke County, and hopefully... read
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Darke
County Parks… Hike with a
naturalist and learn about butterflies!
Do you enjoy watching butterflies? Would you like to assist with
scientific data collection? We need YOUR help to record the
butterfly population of Shawnee Prairie each week throughout the warm
months. Each Friday at 2pm starting on May 13, we will hike a preset
route and record all butterflies seen... read
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Greenville Public Library… GPL
Film Series Features Sparrows
In May, Greenville Public Library's Third Floor Film Series will be
screening Sparrows. This 1926 film starring Mary Pickford is a
fantastic comedic adventure film about a group of orphans living on a
dilapidated farm in the swamps of Florida. They are neglected and
abused by the couple who owns the farm, who use them for cheap labor,
and... read
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Main Street
Greenville Named Quarterfinalist for “America’s Main Streets” Contest
Support Main Street Greenville of Darke County by Voting Today -
Greenville, Ohio –The national small business movement, Independent We
Stand, announces the quarterfinalists, including Main Street Greenville
of Darke County Ohio, of the 2016 Independent We Stand “America’s Main
Streets” contest. As the lifeblood of our... read
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Tickets for
Choir-O-Rama 2016 “DYNAMITE” NOW On Sale
GREENVILLE, OH - Tickets for the 2016 Greenville High School
Choir-O-Rama “Dynamite!” are now on sale. This GHS Tradition will be
held on Saturday, May 21 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, May 22 at 2:00 p.m.
at St. Clair Memorial Hall, 215 W. Fourth St., Greenville. Reserve and
general admission seats are available this year... read
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Greenville City School District… Family
Reading Night, By Laura Bemus, Assistant Superintendent
Thursday, May 12th was an important date for our students and families
of incoming 1st – 3rd graders! From 5:00 – 7:00 PM we are hosting
a Family Reading Night event at Memorial Hall. This event was truly a
community event with many community members and Greenville City School
staff members helping to make the event memorable... read
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Entries being accepted for Karlh
McCallister Memorial Outing
(Greenville) Entries now are being accepted for the seventh Annual
Karlh McCallister Golf Outing, planned for 12 p.m. Saturday, June 18,
at the Turtle Creek Golf Course, 6545 State Route 36 East. Proceeds
from the event benefit Bridges to College. “This has been a fun,
successful event in the past,” said Marlise McCallister, who is
coordinating the outing. “Last year, we had 80 golfers participate.”
McCallister encouraged golfers to register early... read
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Annie Oakley Festival… Wanted:
30 Darke County Teens
We are looking for Darke County Women Age 14-19 for the Miss Annie
Oakley Shooting and Costume Contest. The contest is part of the Annual
Annie Oakley Festival that is held at York Woods, the last weekend of
July. The Miss Annie Oakley Shooting and Costume contest begins on
Wednesday, July 13 at 6pm for a mandatory publicity photo shoot at the
Annie Oakley Park Statue at 6pm... read
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Darke
County Parks… Work Day for
Sign Gardens
Bring your green thumbs and volunteer to help clean up the garden beds
surrounding the signs at many of our park locations. Some gardens
already have good plants and will just need weeded, while others may
need a complete overhaul. Join our Director, Roger Van Frank, as you
travel to 5-9 different parks to get these beautiful locations ready
for Memorial Day. Saturday, May 21, 2016, 9am (meet at Shawnee Prairie)
until Approximately 3pm. To sign up or if you have questions, please
call Kathi McQueen at 937-548-0165 or email her at
kmcqueen@darkecountyparks.org
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Darke County Parks… Frog Fever
at May Park P.A.L.S.
Darke County Park District invites children in kindergarten through 2nd
grade to join them on May 21st from 9:30am to noon to discover all
things frogs during Park P.A.L.S! This month everyone will meet at the
Nature Center on St. Rt. 502 west of Greenville to see what’s hopping
in the wetlands and search for all stages of the frog lifecycle in
the... read
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Main Street
Greenville Program to plant flowers
In 2007, Main Street Greenville created the Adopt-A-Box Flower Program
in downtown Greenville. Since then, more than 70 flower boxes and pots
are funded and planted each Spring by individuals and businesses
located in the community. This year’s Downtown Planting Day will be
held on Saturday, May 14th from 8:00 - 11:00 am. During this... read
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Cancer
Association fundraiser scheduled
Borderline, Baker's Motorcycle Shop and Union City Country Club to hold
annual fundraiser for Cancer Association of Darke County. What ~
Poker Run, Live Music, 3 Man Golf Scramble at Union City Country Club,
Chicken Dinners, Benefit Auction, 50/50 Drawing, Door Prizes. When
~ May 21 Doors open at noon Poker
Run at 11. Where ~ Borderline Club 6140
Hillgrove-Southern Rd, Greenville Club... read
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Garst Museum… Annie’s Star
Spangled Raffle
Want to win $1000? A week-end at a fabulous log home in
Gatlinburg? Or $500? Get your tickets for Annie’s Star
Spangled Raffle. Raffle tickets at $5.00 a chance are available
and will be drawn at the annual Annie’s Star Spangled Gala on Saturday,
June 11. You need not be present to win. The Gala is a FUNdraiser
for the Museum. Live auction... read
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Ohio Peace
Officer Training Academy to begin at Edison State
The Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy at Edison State Community
College is now accepting applications for the 20-week program that will
prepare students for a career in law enforcement. Students of the
program will meet for six days each week beginning in July and, upon
successful completion, will graduate from the program in December. The
curriculum of the program is certified by the Ohio Peace Officer
Training Commission... read
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Monte Carlo
Night
Help support Darke County Cancer Patients. Public is invited to an
evening of food and fun. Friday, May 13, 6-10 p.m. $10 admission. Lots
of games and door prizes, silent auction, etc. VFW, North Ohio Street,
Greenville, OH. Sponsored by Cancer Association of Darke County.
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Aging Smart,
Diane Barga, OSU Extension, Darke County
OSU Extension, Darke County, has scheduled an “Aging Smart” 3 week
program. Older adults, 65+ are the fastest growing population
group in the United States. Most older adults want to remain
independent and live at home, so we will cover three areas to
help: Preventing Falls in Your Home, Keeping Safe and Aging &
Eating. These classes will be held... read
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Registration
Open for Gettysburg Homecoming Festival 5K
The 2nd Annual Gettysburg Homecoming Festival 5K Walk/Run is scheduled
for 9:00 AM on June 25th. Beginning and ending at the Cardinal Center,
the scenic course features a mix of town and country with terrain
suitable for beginners and experienced runners. The 2016 5K is being
organized by the Friends of the Cardinal Center who... read
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Freezing and
Canning Workshop Set for June
Gardeners and other lovers of fresh produce are often interested in
extending the season’s bounty by learning more about home-preserving
fruits and vegetables. Now they can, by attending a free “Food
Preservation Workshop,” presented by Ohio State University Extension,
Darke County, at 603 Wagner Avenue, Greenville. There will be three
sessions to the workshop... read
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Poultry Days
Chicken and Ride Presale Tickets
Poultry Days Maintains Low Presale Prices - Poultry Days announces that
chicken prices will remain $7.50 per dinner for 2016. Also that
ride tickets which were reduced last year will be maintained and the
all-day ride special will be expanded. For the first time
Greenville residents will be able to purchase presale tickets at the
Greenville ACE. Tickets... read
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Researcher Seeking Soybean Fields for
Pollinator Study
May 2, 2016 - COLUMBUS, Ohio – Although soybean crops are
self-pollinating, some species of bee and fly pollinators can enhance
soybean yields, says a researcher with the College of Food,
Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences at The Ohio State University.
The question is, what pollinator insects are active in Ohio soybean
crops? That’s... read
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CAP Awareness
Picnic
Mark Friday, May 13, 11 am to 2 pm for CAP’s Darke County Community
Action Day Picnic at Greenville City Park Shelter No. 4. Get the
details here.
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Versailles
Health Care Center… Joint
replacement surgery workshop at VHCC
Versailles Health Care Center would like to invite the community to
come learn what is new in joint replacement surgery with Versailles
native Dr. Kenneth Pohl. The class will take place on Thursday, May
19th, 2016 at 6 pm in the dining room at Versailles Health Care Center.
Coffee and dessert will be served. Dr. Pohl’s presentation will benefit
anyone who would like to know more about various options available to
those impacted by joint... read
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Main
Street Greenville… Date
Night/Late Night Fridays in June
No need to drive over an hour for a great weekend night out! After
working all day Friday, stay in town and enjoy downtown Greenville!
Over 20 businesses have agreed to stay open late EVERY SINGLE Friday in
June! (We will still have June's First Friday event: Live Music &
Volunteer Fair on June 3rd). A romantic date night, friends night,
girls night, guys night, or even enjoy... read
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Big
Brothers Big Sisters… BBBS
Announces Daffy Duck Derby & Duck N’ Run 5k!
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Shelby and Darke County is making plans for
the upcoming annual fundraising event, 2016 Rubber Duck Race.
This event will be held on Thursday, June 23rd. The Duck launch
will be held at 7:30 p.m. at the Geib Pavilion in Tawawa Park. In
addition to the duck race, the agency will also host the tenth annual
Duck N’ Run/Walk 5k race, which is a part of... read
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Shawnee Prairie
Log House and Blacksmith Shop Open
Ever wonder what life was like for the early European settlers on the
Ohio frontier? Imagine living in a log house every day or working in a
blacksmith shop to earn your living. On May 14th and on Saturdays
throughout the month of May from 1pm to 4pm at Shawnee Prairie Preserve
west of Greenville on State Route 502 come visit the... read
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Bear’s Mill
Invites Onlookers to Timber Frame Event
A demonstration of Timber Framing will take place across from Bear’s
Mill on Saturday, May 7, 2016 from 9:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m.
Adult visitors can watch as a timber framed structure is erected, and
children may make wooden pegs at stations. Assembling the timber framed
structure is the culmination of classes that have taken place... read
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Poultry
Days Vendor Space
The Serendipity Mothers are accepting reservations for space in the
Vendor Tent for the Poultry Days Festival, June 10-12th. Options
include 10 x 10 ft. spaces in the Vendor Tent or space for your own
tent. All Vendor Tent spaces are on asphalt, while 15 x 15 ft.
spaces for your own tent or display are available on either asphalt or
grass. If you are interested in being a part of this celebration,
please download Vendor... read
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Butterfly Monitoring Volunteers Needed
Darke County Parks needs help! Butterfly habitat is declining, and
scientists need to monitor their populations very closely. Every Friday
from May through September at 2pm, join a naturalist to hike a pre-set
path and record all the butterflies observed. These numbers will then
be sent on to the Ohio Lepidopterists for scientific... read
more |
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Annie
Oakley Festival… Cope’s
Distributing to Sponsor “Aim for a High Mark” Essay Contest
- The Annie Oakley Festival will again offer its annual “Aim for a High
Mark” essay contest for Darke county girls age 8 to 13. This year’s
contest is sponsored by Cope’s Distributing located at 640 Markwith Ave
Greenville, Ohio. Three prizes will be awarded. First place will
receive $75, second place will receive $50, and third place will
receive $25. Entrants... read
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Darke
County Solid Waste… Recycle your
out of date electronics for free
The Darke County Solid Waste Management District and 1 Shot Services,
Bradford, OH, are joining forces to sponsor a “FREE” Electronics
Recycling Day on May 26, 2016, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., in the
swine barn at the Darke County Fairgrounds. Vehicles will enter
the Gate 2(near Wayne Healthcare), will go through the swine barn to...
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Now Enrolling Head Start Preschool Program
What is Head Start and why can it be important to my child? Head Start
is a comprehensive early childhood development program that serves
low-income children from ages birth to five years and their families at
no cost. It is a federally funded program that is operated by
Council on Rural Services / Kids Learning Place in Darke County.
Children who attend... read
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Free Showing of
“War Room” Movie
EUM Church will be having a free movie night on Sunday, May 22 at 6:30
pm at the Worship Center, 1451 Sater Street in Greenville, Ohio. From
the creators of Fireproof and Courageous comes War Room, a compelling
drama with humor and heart that explores the power that prayer has in
every area of life. In Matthew 6:6 Jesus says, “But when you pray, go
into your room, close the door and pray to your Father, who is unseen.
Then your Father... read
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Darke
County Parks… Frog Bog Jog with
DCP
Bring those boots! On May 5th at 6:30pm meet a naturalist at Shawnee
Prairie Preserve, just west of Greenville on State Route 502, to
venture out in the park’s van to local frog hotspots. The chorus of
spring peepers, western chorus frogs, and American toads can be
deafening. As the group meanders the countryside, they’ll stop and
identify what they hear. Several opportunities... read
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Darke
County Parks… Frog Bog Jog with
DCP
Bring those boots! On May 5th at 6:30pm meet a naturalist at Shawnee
Prairie Preserve, just west of Greenville on State Route 502, to
venture out in the park’s van to local frog hotspots. The chorus of
spring peepers, western chorus frogs, and American toads can be
deafening. As the group meanders the countryside, they’ll stop and
identify what they hear. Several opportunities... read
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Darke
County Parks… Frog Bog Jog with
DCP
Bring those boots! On May 5th at 6:30pm meet a naturalist at Shawnee
Prairie Preserve, just west of Greenville on State Route 502, to
venture out in the park’s van to local frog hotspots. The chorus of
spring peepers, western chorus frogs, and American toads can be
deafening. As the group meanders the countryside, they’ll stop and
identify what they hear. Several opportunities... read
more |
Darke
County Parks… Frog Bog Jog with
DCP
Bring those boots! On May 5th at 6:30pm meet a naturalist at Shawnee
Prairie Preserve, just west of Greenville on State Route 502, to
venture out in the park’s van to local frog hotspots. The chorus of
spring peepers, western chorus frogs, and American toads can be
deafening. As the group meanders the countryside, they’ll stop and
identify what they hear. Several opportunities... read
more |
Darke
County Parks… Frog Bog Jog with
DCP
Bring those boots! On May 5th at 6:30pm meet a naturalist at Shawnee
Prairie Preserve, just west of Greenville on State Route 502, to
venture out in the park’s van to local frog hotspots. The chorus of
spring peepers, western chorus frogs, and American toads can be
deafening. As the group meanders the countryside, they’ll stop and
identify what they hear. Several opportunities... read
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DCCA’S Toledo
Symphony Orchestra to perform Rodgers and Hammerstein
Darke County Center for the Arts will close their current Artists
Series season on Saturday, May 14, with a performance by Toledo
Symphony Orchestra at Henry St. Clair Memorial Hall in Greenville.
Guest vocalists will also appear, singing music from the golden age of
classic Broadway musicals by Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein
II... read
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Friends of the Shelter… Garage
Sale on May 6 & 7
The Darke County Friends of the Shelter will sponsor a Garage Sale on
Thursday, May 5th (9:00am – 5:00pm), Friday, May 6th
(9:00am – 5:00pm), and Saturday, May 7th (9:00am to noon) at 6026
Arcanum-Bearsmill Road Greenville (1 mile South of the Mill, look for
Freddie and the Animal Shelter banner). Some of the items are... read
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Darke County
March for Babies
Supporters of the March of Dimes; March for Babies Chair – Kristina
Knapp,Marketing Director, Dave Knapp Ford Lincoln; our Ambassador
Family, Michelle, Jeramie and their son Gabriel (Gabe); Family and
Corporate teams; Sponsors; Volunteers and local March of Dimes
leadership… All will kick off the 2016 Darke County March for Babies at
9 a.m. on April 30. March for Babies is the solution to the problem of
premature... read
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GCSD Woodland Primary… Kindergarten
Registration Day added on May 4
Greenville City Schools will be holding an additional kindergarten
registration on Wednesday, May 4, 2016 from8:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M.
at Memorial Hall. Memorial Hall is located at 215 W. Fourth
Street between the Library and the Jr. High School. Children must be
five years of age on or before August 1, 2016. Please bring
official birth certificate... read
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Ag. Breakfast Meeting
Ag. Breakfast Meeting, Thursday, May 5, 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.) For your calendar: the following month’s meeting will be
June 2, 2016. Sam Custer, Extension Educator, Agriculture & Natural
Resources
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“Art at the Mill” exhibit celebrates local
people
Works of art by Dayton native John Landsiedel will be “On and Off the
Wall” at historic Bear's Mill's Clark Gallery from May 13 through June
26. Landsiedel calls himself a “chameleon artist” whose work changes to
fit his mood as well as his exhibit site; this show featuring both two-
and three-dimensional pieces featuring a local Darke County emphasis
will open with an informal reception on Friday, May 13. Sweet and
savory finger food... read
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Captivating Civilian Impressions at Civil
War Encampment
The Ohio Valley Civil War Association not only brings top notch
military presentations, but also incorporates the fascinating civilian
side as well. Visit them on Saturday April 30th and Sunday May 1st at
Shawnee Prairie Preserve on State Route 502 west of Greenville and step
back in time. While many able bodied young men enlisted to fight on
both sides of the War Between the States... read
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