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fortify (v.) to protect to strengthen to confirm for single-parent families * * * * * Single parent? Take the night off! Fortify at Orrville Christian Church will provide no-cost childcare for single-parent families for the evening. We'll feed your children supper and keep them entertained so you can run errands, or clean the house, or just sit by yourself in the blessed quiet. If what you really need is to talk about something (anything!) other than permission slips and Elmo, stay and eat with us, and have coffee after supper. Details When: 5:30-8:30 PM these Thursdays January 14, 2010 February 11, 2010 March 11, 2010 Where: Orrville Christian Church 925 N. Elm St, Orrville (across from the park) Preregister each child, or bring health insurance information, and doctor, dentist, and hospital contact information to the church. (Updated once a year.) Check your children in at the church. We recommend waiting until the doors close behind you to shout, “Free at last!” To preregister, or for more information, call Carol at 330-464-8700. Your Human Resource Center The purpose of the Active Parenting Now Program is "to support to the development of human potential through the family structure by providing parents with the information and skills to foster in their children the qualities necessary for thriving in a democratic society: cooperation, courage, responsibility, and self-esteem." - quoted from the Active Parenting Now program written by Michael H. Popkin, PhD. This is a parenting program being offered by Your Human Resource Center with a grant from the Ohio Childrens Trust Fund. It is for parents, grandparents, guardians, or anyone interested on gaining more knowledge to work through the challenges and joys of parenting. It will be offered on Mondays at YHRC, 2587 Back Orrville Rd, Wooster. It is a video based interactive program that lasts for six weeks. We will also be offering the Active Parenting of Teens Program which will begin on March 29th. All of the dates and times for the programs are as follows: Active Parenting Now Mondays 5:30pm to 7:30pm Active Parenting Of Teens Mondays 5:30pm to 7:30pm Active Parenting Now Mondays 9am to 11am Active Parenting of Teens Mondays 9am to 11am Register by calling Your Human Resource Center at 330-264-9597. Start: 01/21/2010
End: 03/09/2010
Upcoming fundraisers for a cure for Cystic Fibrosis: All monies raised will go towards research for better meds and hopefully one day a CURE for Cystic Fibrosis!! 1. The first fundraiser will be at CiCi's Pizza in Wooster on Tuesday, January 26th from 4pm-8pm. 10% of your bill will go towards a cure for Cystic Fibrosis if you put your receipt in the jar. There will be a raffle for a prize too. 2. Our second fundraiser will be on Thursday, January 28th from 5pm-8pm at Friendly's Restaurant in Canton by Belden Village. Up to 15% of EVERYONE'S bill will go towards a cure for Cystic Fibrosis. There will be a raffle for a limited edition Ohio State basketball signed by the coach of the Ohio State basketball team, Thad Matta. 3. Our third and fourth fundraiser will be on Tuesday, February 9th and Tuesday, March 9th ALL DAY LONG at Tumbleweed Restaurant in Wooster. For this one, you will need to present a coupon (see below-simply print this page) in order for 10% of your bill to go towards a cure for Cystic Fibrosis. 4. Our walk for a cure for Cystic Fibrosis will be on Saturday May 1st. Check-in is at 9am and walk begins at 10am. "Come enjoy a day of FUN, FREE FOOD, AND LOTS OF PRIZES!!"
THE JOURNEY OF A LIFETIME! Visit the land of Israel Oct 11-22, 2010 with Pastor Bob Fetterhoff of the Wooster Grace Brethren Church. This 12-day Biblical tour is the most comprehensive and educational all-Israel tour including Upper Galilee in northern Israel to the Wilderness of Zin in the south. It also features unusual visits to places like Joppa, Ein Karem, Temple Treasure Institute and the ancient walled city of Acco. The cost of $4399 p/person from Cleveland includes airfare, first class hotels, buffet breakfasts and dinners daily, taxes and tips. Early Bird registration credit of $100 with $500 deposit by April 11th. For information, call (330) 264-9459, ext. 220, or email: info@woostergrace.org St. Agnes Church Fish Fry Fridays in Lent (except Good Friday) The Wayne County Humane Society has informed us that they are in Urget Need of Dry Dog Food. Bags of dog food may be dropped off at the shelter located at 1161 Mechanicsburg Road, Wooster. Your donations are very much appreciated. The Wayne County Humane Society is in URGENT NEED of Dry and Wet Cat and Kitten Food Donations! Donations may be dropped off at The Humane Society 1161 Mechanicsburg Road Wooster Wayne County Planning Dept. Applications for the 2010 Clean Ohio Agricultural Easement Purchase Program (AEPP) are open and available in the Wayne County Planning Department or online at www.agri.ohio.gov/farmland. This year there will be $6.25 million to distribute to Ohio Farmers to protect their farmland. Farmland preservation efforts ensure that agriculture remains a viable industry in our state. Farmland is the foundation of Ohio's $98 billion food and agriculture industry and the Clean Ohio funds, which were supported by voters in every Ohio county in 2008, are one tool for protecting Ohio's agricultural future. The Clean Ohio AEPP utilizes the agricultural easement, a voluntary and legally binding restriction placed on a farm, to ensure the land stays in agriculutre. This easement limits the use of the land to predominantly agricultural activity. The land still remains under private ownership and management and stays on the tax rolls under Current Agricultural Use Valuation (CAUV) and the farm can be sold or passed along as a gift to others at any time, yet the restriction prohibiting non-agricultural development stays with the land. Applications must reach the Ohio Department of Agriculture by April 26. The Wayne County deadline for submitted applications is April 19. The Wooster Branch for the American Association of University Women is pleased to announce the availability of its 2010 Wooster AAUW Scholarship. Applications may be downloaded at www.waynecountycommunityfoundation.org(Select "Scholarship Information" then "Wayne County") or through contacting Scholarship Chair, Peggy Guttieri at 330-264-0096.. Supported by our popular Annual Book Sale in September, our scholarships are given to Wayne County residents who are non-traditional female students who have had their undergraduate or professional education interupted and plan to continue their education. Deadline for applications is May 15, 2010 and Scholarships will be awarded by June 15, 2010. Multiple Scholarships range from $500 to $2500 and monies may be used for books, tuition, course fees, or related educational experience as determined by the AAUW Board. Join The Wilderness Center for an adventure in nature with our EcoTours! Spring Ozark Ramble David Tylka, a vertebrate biology professor from St. Louis Community College, will join the trip as the local naturalist. Gordon and Dave worked together to make the itinerary unforgettable. The trips will begin with a flight to St. Louis and quick travel to Ha Ha Tonka State Park in the Missouri Ozarks. The group then heads south with a stop at La Petite Gemme Prairie, a Missouri Natural Area and native (never plowed) prairie. Then it's down into the Boston Mountain section of the Ozarks.Using Harrison, Arkansas as a base, you will visit the Ozark Underground Laboratory for a combined surface and underground tour to learn how water has shaped the Ozark Mountains from above and below. The following day we'll visit the Ozark Natural Science Center where various species of wildlife, including Box Turtles, have been radio tagged. There will be time to visit a special waterfall as well. The next day will include some stops along Buffalo National River, including Lost Valley, a spectacular limestone valley with waterfalls and Ozark wildflowers. Then the group will head east through scenic highlands to Mountain View, Arkansas to visit the Ozark Folk Center and soak up some cultural history. The group will also visit Blanchard Spring Cavern, one of the most spectacular caves in America ever opened for tourism. The trip will then swing north again with visits to Grand Gulf, Mammoth Spring and Big Spring on the way to Poplar Bluff. From Poplar Bluff the group will drop off the Ozark highlands for a daylong visit to Mingo National Wildlife Refuge to view a Cypress Tupeleo swamp. The next day we head north to the St. Francis Mountain. These ancient mountains are a granite intrusion into the mostly limestone Ozarks. There we will see Elephant Rocks and some other natural and geological places of interest. The last day will be a short drive through the Ozarks to return to St. Louis. If you are interested, contact Gordon at gordon@wildernesscenter.org or 1-877-359-5235. Cost will be about $1,828.75 double occupancy or $2,359.75 for single. To save your spot, send in a deposit of $400 per person. There will be a meeting on March 20 at 1:30 p.m. at TWC Greater Yellowstone EcoTour Working with naturalists from the Teton Science School, the trip begins in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. The first few days the trip explores Grand Teton National Park and the Jackson Hole area enjoying the unparalleled scenic beauty of the Grand Tetons and viewing wildlife including elk, moose, mule deer, eagles, bluebirds, and big horn sheep. Just when you think it can't get better, the group heads north to Yellowstone National Park, the world's first and most famous national park. At Yellowstone, the adventure continues with visits to the best thermal features and viewing the wildlife of the park while staying in the historic Old Faithful Inn. The trip continues to build as the group heads out the East Entrance to Cody, Wyoming. From Cody the group will travel the Chief Joseph Scenic Highway and the Bear Tooth Highway to enjoy spectacular scenery and wildlife viewing opportunities. The trip includes: a scenic (not whitewater) float on the Snake River, a visit to the National Museum of Wildlife Art, a visit to the Buffalo Bill Museum, all lodging, many meals, naturalists and transportation in Teton Science School vans (airfare is not included). The trip is suitable for all ages. The focus is on wildlife viewing and gentle nature walks; there are no strenuous hikes. Cost of the trip is $2,070 for double occupancy. Contact Gordon Maupin at the Center at 1-877-359-5235 or gordon@wildernesscenter.org for more information. There will be an informational meeting on April 3 at 1:30 p.m. at The Wilderness Center. About The Wilderness Center 9877 Alabama Ave. S.W. WHAT: Bands Needed for WaCPAC Second Annual Battle of the Bands Bands are needed for the Second Annual Battle of the Bands being held on May 29, 1-5 pm, by Wayne County Performing Arts Council (WaCPAC) and Wooster City Parks and Recreation Department. First prize is studio time at Spencer’s Recording Studio. The leader of the winning band will also be invited to be a judge at the Third Annual Battle of the Bands in May 2011. The top three bands will also win trophies provided by Wooster Parks and Recreation, and they will perform at the Wooster Fourth of July Celebration. For more information about WaCPAC, which is a non-profit performing arts organization dedicated to providing performing arts opportunities in Wayne County, please call WaCPAC president Margaret Leatherman at 330-345-6058. The Wayne Soil & Water Conservation District has extended its annual tree, nature packet & rain barrel sale until March 15th. Order forms can be obtained at the Wayne SWCD website(www.bright.net/~swcd/), calling the office 330-262-2836 or stopping by the office at 428 W. Liberty Street, the County Administration Building, between 8:00 am & 4:30 pm. Evergreens, hardwood and flowering trees are available. Wilderness Walk at The Wilderness Center Wed., Mar. 3, 10 a.m. Star Watch & Planetarium Show at The Wilderness Center Fri., Mar. 5, 8 p.m. Your Sky Tonight at The Wilderness Center Tue., Mar. 9, 1 p.m. Wilderness Sprouts: Bats at The Wilderness Center Fri., Mar. 12, 10 a.m. The Amazing Bluebird at The Wilderness Center Sat., Mar. 13, 10:30 a.m. Ohio’s Mining History and Its Impact Today at The Wilderness Center- Sat., March 13th, 1:00-2:00 Fare Passage Concert at The Wilderness Center Sat., Mar. 13, 7 p.m. Space Day at The Wilderness Center Sun., Mar. 14, 1-3 p.m. Story Time: Days of the Dinosaurs at The Wilderness Center Wed., Mar. 17, 11 a.m. Wilderness Walk at The Wilderness Center Thu., Mar. 18, 2 p.m. 1st Day of Spring Botanizers Walk at The Wilderness Center Sat., Mar. 20, 1 p.m. Foxfield Preserve Info Session at The Wilderness Center Sat., Mar. 20, 2 p.m. Eat Out for The Wilderness Center Tue., Mar. 23, 4-8 p.m. Woodcock Walk at The Wilderness Center Wed., Mar. 24, 7 p.m. Frog Call Hike at The Wilderness Center Thu., Mar. 25, 7 p.m. TWC at Migration Sensation Sat., Mar. 27 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Family Astronomy: Sun & Moon at The Wilderness Center Sat., Mar. 27, 2 p.m. The Wilderness Center is a nonprofit nature center located one mile west of Wilmot, Ohio just north of highway 250. The Center is dedicated to Nature Education, Wildlife Conservation, Natural History Research, and Community Service. The Center derives its support from memberships and donations. It is not a government agency and is not supported by taxes. The Illusion Factory, Akron’s professional theater for young audiences, is pleased to announce registration is now open for enrollment in its Summer Theater Camp. The camp runs two weeks, July 19th through 30th, and is held at the Northwest Family Recreation Center (adjoining the Northwest Library) at 1730 Shatto Ave., Akron, Ohio, 44313. The campers, ages 5 - 15, will have daytime classwork as well as rehearsals of Alice in Wonderland, which will be performed July 30th at 1:00PM for friends and family. Preregistration is required. For questions, or to enroll, call (330) 836-1353 or email barbaraballance@theillusionfactory.org. GET VACCINATED! WAYNE COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT IS Effective immediately, the Wayne County Health Department will provide H1N1 vaccine during their walk-in clinic hours to anyone 6 months of age and older. Walk-in clinics are held at the health department on: Mondays 9:00 -10:00 AM and 1:00 - 6:00 PM It is NOT too late to get your H1N1 vaccine. Protect yourself and others. Wash your hands Consent forms can be downloaded from www.wayne-health.org, completed and brought to the health department with you. Consent forms are also available at the health department. March 12 - - Mark Twain in Wooster exhibit - thru April 10 March 20 & 21 - - Wayne Center Ballet – Beauty & the Beast and Other Dances March 22 - - Functional Ceramics Exhibit - thru April 17 March 26 & 27 - - Story Time Family Theatre – Twain Tales March 14 - 17 - - Functional Ceramics Workshop - Wayne Center Auditorium and the Stanley & Florence Gault Gallery Wayne Center for the Arts Triway Girls Softball Sign Ups Triway Girls Youth Softball will be having sign ups on Sat March 6th @ Triway High in Auditorium 1-3pm and Wed March 10th 6-8pm @ Shreve Elementary in old gym. OSU EXTENSION has cancelled their “Fun With Healthy Foods” Class for tonight that was to be held at the Wayne County Public Library, Wooster. Also cancelled for tomorrow afternoon is the “Eat Smart – Live Strong” Class that was to be held at the Wooster Community Center. The “Eat Smart – Live Strong’ Class has been rescheduled for Wednesday April 14th at 2:30pm. Ashland University and Ashland High School to Sponsor College Night Ashland University and Ashland High School have teamed up to sponsor the Ashland Regional High School College Night. The event, which is intended for all high school sophomores, juniors and seniors who are thinking about attending college and their parents, is set for March 9 at 6:30 to 8 p.m. in Ashland University’s Myers Convocation Center. The College Night, which is targeting students from Ashland and Richland counties as well as the surrounding counties, is ideal for sophomores and juniors who are starting to look at colleges and seniors who are still trying to decide on a college. It is anticipated that representatives from approximately 60 colleges and universities will be attending the College Night. Prior to the College Night event, a financial aid seminar will be held at 6 p.m. in the same area. This seminar will feature a brief introduction to financial aid presented by Pam Stimpert, assistant director of Financial Aid at Ashland University. Ashland High School’s Parent Mentors group will sponsor a program on services for students with disabilities from 6:45 to 7:15 p.m. Those with questions regarding the event should contact Penny Hamilton, guidance counselor at Ashland High School, at 419-289-4525. Start: 03/09/2010 11:00 am
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Founded in 2002, 'Enjoy the City' has become America's best discount book and favorite fundraising company offering savings in restaurants, entertainment, recreation, services, retail, golf and many more services, retail, golf, popular national and local places. Join the YMCA of Wooster as we raise money to provide scholarships to local families as well as support our at risk youth programs. We are offering both the Akron/Canton book and the Mansfield/Ashland book. Books can be viewed and purchased at the front desk of the Wooster YMCA. For more information call us at 330-264-3131. Start: 03/09/2010 7:00 pm
The Congressional Republican Candidates Debate for the 16th District, First Debate March 9th 2010, at Glenn Oak High School, 1801 Schneider Street NW, Canton, OH 44721-3349. The Auditorium Entrance is Door #17, and Parking available in lot behind school. Free Admission. Doors open 7:00 PM, Debate 7:30 - 9:00 PM. Republican Candidates for the 16th Congressional District, United States House of Representatives, Matt Miller, Jim Renacci, Paul Schiffer, and H. Doyle Smith have accepted the invitation to this Debate. The Debate will be moderated by Jack Boyle and based on the Presidential Debate Standard Format. Event hosted by Tea Party and 912 Groups in the 16th District Start: 03/09/2010 7:30 pm
16th Congressional Debate - March 9 at 7:30 pm at the Glen Oak High School Theater, 1801 Schneider St. NE, Canton, OH. Invited candidates are Jim Renacci, Matt Miller, Paul Schiffer and Doyle Smith. This is a free event, but donations are accepted to cover the cost of the debate. Hosted by Tea Party and 912 groups in the 16th District. For further information contact Stephanie Bragg (419) 606-3048 or Ralph Spampanato ( 330)-479-7297. Start: 03/09/2010 9:07 pm
Dr. Jeff Gundy, professor of English at Bluffton University and widely published poet, will speak at The University of Akron Wayne College’s Spring Featured Author Series Program at 7 p.m., Tuesday, March 9. Gundy’s program for the evening is titled “Out of This World? Writing Poems in Peculiar Times.” Gundy is the author of several volumes of poetry, including Spoken Among the Trees (University of Akron Press, November 2007, 107pp., $14.95), Deerflies (WordTech Editions, Cincinnati, Ohio, September 2004, 136 pp., $17), Rhapsody With Dark Matter (Bottom Dog Press, Huron, Ohio, November 2000, 88 pp., $16.55) and Flatlands (Cleveland State University Press, Cleveland, Ohio, April 1995, 77 pp. $10). He is also author of Walker in the Fog: On Mennonite Writing (Cascadia Publishing House, April 2005, 300 pp., $22.95). He has published several chapbooks and has had poems appear in many of the most respected journals in the country, including Antioch Review, Beloit Poetry Journal, Crazyhorse, Kansas Quarterly, Indiana Review and Shenandoah. At Bluffton, Gundy teaches courses in literature and creative writing. The Featured Author Series is part of the Wayne College Writing Project, which also includes the Student and Regional Writing Awards, the Writer of the Year Award and the Writers Workshop. | ||
