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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. 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) Ohio State University’s Secrest Arboretum has announced its 2010 schedule of events — walks, workshops and family activities all focused on healthy ecosystems. Plants of course are the feature. But birds, bugs, science and music get their time in the spotlight too. The arboretum is part of the Ohio Agricultural Research and Development Center (OARDC), 1680 Madison Ave., Wooster. In case of iffy weather, call 330-464-2148 or visit http://secrest.osu.edu/ to make sure that an event is still on. Most of the events will go on rain or shine. Some won’t. • Feb. 13: Leisure Birding, 9-11 a.m., Seaman Orientation Plaza, free. Led by Greater Mohican Audubon Society members. • Feb. 26: Winter Walk, noon-1:30 p.m., Seaman Orientation Plaza, free. Led by OARDC and Ohio State University Extension plant experts. • March 31: Pruning Workshop, 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Seaman Orientation Plaza, $50 per person, registration limited to 12. Learn proper pruning techniques for dormant plants; hands-on activities, expert instruction. • April 10: Leisure Birding, 9-11 a.m., Seaman Orientation Plaza, free. Led by Greater Mohican Audubon Society members. • April 13-14: Bug’s World 2010, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. both days, OARDC campus, free. An introduction to the world of insects for schoolchildren. Highlights — through hands-on activities and more — the diversity of insect species and how insects affect our everyday lives. Contact houin.1@osu.edu for details and to register. • April 21: Spring Walk, 3:30-5 p.m., Seaman Orientation Plaza, free. Led by OARDC and OSU Extension plant experts. • May 1: Plant Discovery Day, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., in and around Fisher Auditorium, free admission. Plant and art sale now in its 17th year, featuring hard-to-find woody and herbaceous plants, expert advice, oral and silent auctions of new and underused plants, bug zoo. • May 18, Planting and Transplanting Workshop, 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Seaman Orientation Plaza, $50 per person, registration limited to 12. Hands-on activities demonstrating the what, when, where and how of proper planting and transplanting. • June 10: Whiz Bang Science Show, 7-8 p.m., John Streeter Garden Amphitheater, free. A perennial favorite: science fun for children and grownups featuring OARDC’s own “Dr. Dave” Lohnes. • June 11: Vocal Recital, 7-8:30 p.m., John Streeter Garden Amphitheater, free. Featuring area youth from the Voice Studio of Lorna Lynn Parks. • June 12: Rose Garden Open House, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Garden of Roses of Legend and Romance, free. Enjoy some 1,500 specimens of old-fashioned roses on three acres. Rose experts, rose sale, more. Contact king.1364@osu.edu for details. • June 12: Leisure Birding, 9-11 a.m., Seaman Orientation Plaza, free. Led by Greater Mohican Audubon Society members. • June 16: Pruning Workshop, 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Seaman Orientation Plaza, $50 per person, registration limited to 12. Learn proper summer pruning techniques; hands-on activities, expert instruction. • June 22: National Pollinator Week Celebration, 2-4 p.m., Seaman Orientation Plaza, free. Fourth annual event; discover pollinators, how they help us, and the plantings and habitats they need. • July 8: Whiz Bang Science Show, 7-8 p.m., John Streeter Garden Amphitheater, free. A perennial favorite: science fun for children and grownups featuring OARDC’s own “Dr. Dave” Lohnes. • July 14: Summer Walk, 7-8:30 p.m., Seaman Orientation Plaza, free. Led by OARDC and Ohio State University Extension plant experts. • July 17: Night Insect Walk, 8:30-10:30 p.m., Seaman Orientation Plaza, free. Bring a flashlight and your curiosity as you learn about secretive nighttime insects. A favorite of kids, fun for the whole family, now in its 11th year. Led by Ohio State entomology graduate students. In case of severe weather, rescheduled to July 18. • Aug. 12: Whiz Bang Science Show, 7-8 p.m., John Streeter Garden Amphitheater, free. A perennial favorite: science fun for children and grownups featuring OARDC’s own “Dr. Dave” Lohnes. • Aug. 14: Leisure Birding, 9-11 a.m., Seaman Orientation Plaza, free. Led by Greater Mohican Audubon Society members. • Sept. 21: Planting and Transplanting Workshop, 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Seaman Orientation Plaza, $50 per person, registration limited to 12. Hands-on activities demonstrating the what, when, where and how of proper planting and transplanting. • Sept. 25: Wayne County Heart Walk, 8-10 a.m. Contact Jane Douglas, 330-263-3608, douglas.170@osu.edu, for more information. • Oct. 2: Autumn Discovery Day, 9 a.m.-noon, in various areas in Secrest Arboretum, free. Eighth annual fall tree and shrub sale, expert advice, fall colors. • Oct. 5-6: Science of Agriculture, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. both days, OARDC campus, free. Hands-on activities for schoolchildren on scientific principles and applied agriculture; a popular field trip for school groups. Contact houin.1@osu.edu. • Oct. 9: Leisure Birding, 9-11 a.m., Seaman Orientation Plaza, free. Led by Greater Mohican Audubon Society members. • Oct. 13: Autumn Walk, 2-4 p.m., Seaman Orientation Plaza, free. Led by OARDC and OSU Extension plant experts. • Oct. 20: Why Trees Matter Forum, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Fisher Auditorium, registration fee. Fifth annual program featuring the social, economic and environmental benefits of trees in Ohio communities. Call Lisa Troyer, 330-263-3799, for more information. • Dec. 11: Leisure Birding, 9-11 a.m., Seaman Orientation Plaza, free. Led by Greater Mohican Audubon Society members. OARDC and OSU Extension are the research and outreach arms, respectively, of Ohio State’s College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences. Start: 02/15/2010
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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. Start: 02/15/2010
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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. Start: 03/02/2010
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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 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. Volunteers are needed for The Wilderness Center’s Earth Day Celebration on Saturday, April 17. We need individuals or groups to help with trail clean-up and removing invasive plants to protect the PANDA PRESCHOOL Panda Panda Preschool is accepting registrations for the 2010-2011 school year. Panda is a Christian based preschool located at St. Peter Lutheran Church in New Pittsburg, at 9451 Ashland Road. Classes are offered for children ages 3 T0 5. Panda has been serving the community for 39 years! For further information contact Rhonda Bodager, Preschool Administrator: 330-263-1898 Parent and Child On My Own Little Artists Preschool Clay To Register or For More Information Contact: Pet Portraits: How to Draw Cats and Dogs Super Duper Paper Mache Creatures Kid’s Clay Underwater Watercolor Wayne Center for the Arts - - -237 South Walnut Street - - - Wooster, OH 44691 Drawing the Human Face Wayne Center for the Arts - - -237 South Walnut Street - - - Wooster, OH 44691 Phone: 330-264-2787 Clay Bird Houses For the Garden, Clay Creations Wayne Center for the Arts - - -237 South Walnut Street - - - Wooster, OH 44691 Phone: 330-264-2787 Music and nature—what a great idea! The Wilderness Center is proud to present our music series. There’s something for everyone! Fare Passage Home Remedy Up River Country Sunrise Special Ann & Phil Case Stockdale Family Band The Hastily-Assembled Bluegrass Band Season Patron $56/member; $70/nonmember for all 7 concerts. Individual concerts $8/member; $10/nonmember. Children 15 and younger half price. Call TWC at 877-359-5235for more info or to register with MasterCard, Visa, or Discover. See you there! WELL CHILD CLINICS for children from birth to 18 years of age are offered at the health department. Please call (330)264-9590 for appointment availability. You are invited to a Free Family Dinner! WHO: Families with school-age children (adults and children) WHAT: An enjoyable meal and time spent with your family, friends and neighbors. WHERE: Cornerstone Elementary School Cafeteria WHEN: Thursday, March 18, 2010 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. WHY: To promote healthy, quality time between parents and children Please make reservations by Tuesday, March 16 Hosted by: Sponsored by: Evangel Assembly of God Event Details: ReGroup is a stable and safe place for women to find the support of a life coach or mentor that will assist them in setting and reaching goals. ReGroup utilizes carefully chosen curriculum specifically selected to guide women in bringing balance into their everyday lives. During ReGroup sessions women learn valuable life skills and have wonderful opportunities for interaction with other women that are committed to helping them succeed. ReGroup creates an environment for friendships to develop as women learn and grow together. With a new and healthy support system, women will find their goals and life changes are easier to reach and maintain. Meetings are held at Evangel Assembly of God on Saturdays at 10:00AM during most of the year. No reservation is required and all women are welcome. Childcare is not provided. For further information please contact us at "A Night At The Races" Dress Rehearsal: Show Times: Tickets on sale now at Dari-Land, Wooster, Mast Pharmacy, Shreve, Wooster Prescription Center, Wooster All seats $6 | ||
