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Community Calendar
(Posted March 3, 2010)
Antiques Appraisal Fair
The South Charleston Heritage Commission is sponsoring an Antique Appraisal Fair fund-raiser at the historic South Charleston Opera House on March 13 from noon to 4 p.m.
Antique dealers will assess the items and give estimates of their worth in today’s market. A donation of $5 per antique item or $10 for three items is suggested.
For more information, contact Larry Marple at (937) 462-6503.
Armory Activities
Madison Area Youth Center Inc. (MAYCI) is holding the following events and classes at the Armory, 15 E. Second St., London (unless otherwise noted). Discounts are offered for children taking more than one class and/or families with more than one child taking classes. For more information, call (740) 852-1595.
• Martial Arts Classes—Tuesdays at the Armory. 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. for beginners and sparring; 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. for intermediate and sparring. The one-time optional equipment fee is $80. The class is $40 per month.
• Kids in Motion Be-Bop—Gymnastics, general fitness and dance at the Armory on Saturdays. 9 to 9:45 a.m. for 4- to 6-year-olds; 10 to 10:45 a.m. for 7- to 12-year-olds. $40 per month.
• Flea Market and Breakfast—First Saturday of the month at the Armory starting at 8 a.m. Donations are accepted for flea market items and breakfast.
• Prayer time—Tuesdays at the Armory, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Open to everyone.
• WCYC-LP 105.1 FM—Every Saturday, the radio station broadcasts “Sports Slam” from 11 a.m. to noon and children’s programming from noon to 1:30 p.m.
• Pilates and Bodysculpting—At Zion Lutheran Church, 221 S. Center St., West Jefferson. Mondays and Wednesdays from 6 to 6:45 p.m. Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:30 to 9:15 a.m. Balls and rubber bands provided. $40 per month.
• Flyer’s Pizza fund-raiser—On the second Thursday of each month, Flyers Pizza and Subs, 121 W. Main St. in West Jefferson, will donate part of its profits to MAYCI. Just mention the organization when placing a food order. Flyer’s can be reached at (614) 879-7777.
Disabled American Veterans
Disabled American Veterans Chapter 93 will meet at 7:30 p.m. March 10 at American Legion Post 105, 51 E. First St., London. The district commander will attend.
Easter Basket Raffle
The West Jefferson Lions Club is raffling a giant Easter basket filled with about 30 items, half for girls and half for boys. See the basket and buy chances for $1 each at Huntington Bank in West Jefferson. Ticket sales end April 1. All proceeds go to the Lions Club.
Easter Outreach
Through the Little Lambs Easter Event, HELP House will provide more than 600 Easter baskets for children in need. Distribution is set for 9 a.m. to noon March 27. Parents can sign up for baskets at H.E.L.P. House in February. This year, registered parents will receive all of the items needed to fill each basket. Then, they can personalize the baskets at home.
The outreach center is soliciting new and gently used spring clothing for children and teens. Spring outfits, jackets, shoes, and new socks and underwear are especially needed.
According to HELP House Executive Director Dee Heilman, volunteers and donations are desperately needed.
“Because of the significant increase in the number of individuals and families that we are currently serving with food, clothing, emergency funding and prayer since this time last year, we know that the number of requests for Easter baskets and spring clothing will be larger than last year,” she said.
Clothing, baskets, Easter grass, plastic eggs, stuffed animals, wrapped pieces of chocolate, jelly beans, small Christian-themed toys and monetary contributions may be dropped off at H.E.L.P. House, 122 E. Center St. in London, on Mondays from noon to 7 p.m., Wednesdays from 9 a.m. to noon, and Saturdays from 9 to 11 a.m., from now until March 22.
Volunteers are needed to count and sort Easter items and help with set-up. To volunteer, call BJ Bryant at (740) 852-3348 or (740) 506-4961.
For more information about the Little Lambs Easter Event, call (740) 852-1980 or send e-mail to HELPHouse@hotmail.com.
Farm toy show
The Madison-Plains FFA will host its 14th annual Farm Toy Show on March 7 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Madison-Plains High School, 800 Linson Road, London. Admission is $2 per person over 12 years old. Any questions, call (740) 852-0364 ext 321.
The toy show raises money for the Bob Phillips FFA Scholarship. The scholarship awards $1,500 to $2,000 to Madison-Plains seniors actively involved in FFA and their Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE) project. In the past, up to three FFA members split the scholarship money each year. The scholarship was named after the agriculture education advisor who chartered the Madison South FFA Chapter which is now the Madison-Plains FFA.
A total of 17 toy dealers and 42 tables are registered to display and sell their collections this year. Included this year is a parts dealer, so people can fix or repair any farm toys that are broken or damaged.
First Aid and CPR Classes at American Red Cross
The Madison County office of the American Red Cross conducts First Aid and CPR classes. The cost is $50. For more information, contact Anne Hemphill at HemphillA@usa.redcross.org or call (740) 845-9939. The office is located at 21 W. Fifth St., London. The class schedule is as follows:
• March 13—9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Trinity Episcopal Church, 10 E. Fourth St., London
• March 22—6 to10 p.m. at Hurt-Battelle Memorial Library, 270 Lilly Chapel Road, West Jefferson
• March 24—6 to 10 p.m. at Hurt-Battelle Memorial Library, 270 Lilly Chapel Road, West Jefferson.
Hunter Safety
Ohio law requires all hunters to pass a safety course. Hurt-Battelle Memorial Library in West Jefferson will host the course from 6 to 9:30 p.m. March 16, March 18 and March 23. Participants must attend all three classes. To register, call 1-800-WILDLIFE.
London Area Baseball Council Registration
The London Area Baseball Council offers leagues for ages 6-15 including Machine Pitch (ages 6-8), Kid Pitch League (ages 9-10), Little League (ages 11-12), and Babe Ruth League (ages 13-15). Registration is $50 with a discount for multiple children. All registration will take place at City Council Chambers, 6 E. Second St., from 9:30 a.m. to noon on Feb. 27, March 13, March 20 and March 27.
London Kindergarten Registration
London City Schools will hold kindergarten registration and screening March 22-26 at London Elementary, 380 Elm St. Children will be registered and screened on the same day. Parents and guardians must make appointments ahead of time. Call (740) 845-3272, ext. 2100.
Bring your child’s birth certificate, immunization records, social security number and proof of residency. Registration is for students who will enter kindergarten in the fall of 2010. Registration will be denied if the necessary paperwork is not available at the time of screening. To enter kindergarten, a child must be 5 years old on or before Aug. 1, 2010.
The early entry application deadline is May 1 for the 2010-11 school year. The child must be 5 by Jan. 1, 2011.
Custodial parents of a child subject to a child custody decree must furnish the school district with a copy of the decree.
London Library
The London Public Library offers the following programs. For more information, stop by 20 E. First St., call (740) 852-9543 or go online to www.mylondonlibrary.org.
• Story Time Activities. Parents and caregivers with children from birth to 6 years of ages are invited to participate in a variety of story time programs at the library this winter and spring. Visit the library to get complete details or go online to www.mylondonlibrary.org. Sessions have already started.
• Book Clubs. The regular book club will discuss “The Sword of Shannara” by Terry Brooks on March 9 at 7 p.m.
•Based on the Book Club. The club will discuss the book and theatrical version of “The Secret Life of Bees” by Sue Monk Kidd on March 10 at 7 p.m. The next book/movie the club will discuss is “War of the Worlds” by H.G. Wells.
•Movie Night Out – Adults will enjoy “The Blindside” (PG-13), on the library’s big screen March 25 at 6 p.m. Popcorn and refreshments will be provided.
London Tee Ball and Coach Pitch Registration
The London Parks and Recreation Department has announced registration dates for the 2010 Tee-Ball (ages 4-5) and Coach Pitch (ages 6-7) season. Registration ($40) will take place at City Council Chambers, 6 E. Second St., from 9:30 a.m. to noon on March 13, March 20 and March 27. For more information, go to www.londonohio.com.
Madison-Plains Facilities Meeting.
Supporters of the school district’s bond issue will meet at 6 p.m. March 9 in the high school auditorium to organize their campaign for the May 4 election.
Men’s and Women’s Hoops Open Gym
The London Parks and Recreation Department is hosting men’s and women’s basketball at the Armory, 15 E. Second St. Cost is $2 per person. Men play from 8 to 10 p.m. on Mondays. Women play from 8 to 10 p.m. on Thursdays. Call (740) 852-4462.
Mothers of Preschoolers
Mothers of Preschoolers will meet from 9:15 to 11:30 a.m. March 17 (wear green) at New Life Nazarene Church, 2020 State Rte. 142 NE, just south of the I-70 exit. The free program is a great way for moms to make new friends, while, their wee ones (ages 0-5) sing and play in the MOPPETS program. Call Pam at (614) 853-2532 for information or to register.
Mount Sterling Community Center
The Mount Sterling Community Center is located at 164 E. Main St. Call (740) 869-2453. The gym is open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily for walking.
March 8: Sterling Socialites, 1-3 p.m.; after-school program for K-5th, 2:30-4 p.m. (registration required); open gym for youths, 4-5:30 p.m.; open gym for adults, 5:30-7 p.m.; GED classes, 6-9 p.m.; Westfall third- and fourth-grade girls’ basketball practice, 7-8:15 p.m.
March 9: Bible/book study (Women Touched By Jesus), 9-10 a.m.; Matter of Balance class, 10 a.m.-noon; after-school program for K-5th, 2:30-4 p.m.; food/clothing pantry, 4-7 p.m.; sewing for youth, 4-7 p.m.; open gym for adults, 5-7 p.m.; volleyball open gym for adults, 7-9 p.m.; Alcoholics Anonymous, 8-9 p.m.
March 10: Adult sewing, 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m.; adult counseling, noon-6 p.m.; after-school program for K-5th, 2:30-4 p.m.; open gym for youths, 4-5:30 p.m.; non-denominational Bible study, 6-8 p.m.
March 11: Food/clothing pantry, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.; GED class, 6-9 p.m.
March 12: Friday Night Youth, 7:30-11 p.m. (Enjoy food, a live band, basketball and volleyball on the second and fourth Fridays of the month.)
March 13: Sewing for all ages, 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
March 14: Sterling Grace church services, 10:15 a.m.; Alcoholics Anonymous, 7-8 p.m.
Mount Sterling Library
60 W. Columbus St., (740) 869-2430.
• Story Time. Story time is primarily for ages 3-5 and starts at 10:30 a.m. on Fridays. Day care providers are welcome.
• Financial Fitness. Three classes will cover various topics March 15, March 22 and March 29.
• Friends of the Library. The group is open to anyone and meets the second Tuesday of each month.
• Board of Directors. Meetings are held the second Thursday of each month and are open to the public.
• Meadowview Visit. The library visits the senior citizens housing complex once monthly to provide materials for residents to check out and a guest speaker.
Norwood Preschool Screenings
The Norwood Preschool programs are screening children 3 to 4 years of age for enrollment for the 2010 – 2011 school year. Areas include speech/language, self-help skills, learning skills, social skills, cognitive skills, and fine/gross motor skills. This is an opportunity for all Jefferson Local students who are eligible for preschool next year based on their age. If your child is already enrolled, there is no need to attend this screening.
The screening is set for 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. March 26 at Norwood Preschool, 899 Norwood Dr., West Jefferson. Call Melissa Casey at (614) 879-4100 or Cathy Pappas, preschool supervisor, at (614) 256-7509 for an appointment.
Pancake Breakfasts
• The Legion Rebels Relay For Life team will host a pancake and sausage breakfast from 8 to 11 a.m. March 13 at the American Legion Post, 51 E. First St., London. Meals are $6 for adults and $3 for children 12 and under. Meals include pancakes, sausage patties, hash browns, scambled eggs and a choice of milk, juice or coffee. Dine in or carry out. For details, call Sarah at (740) 837-1802 or Terri at (740) 852-1608.
• The West Jefferson Lions Club will hold a pancake breakfast from 7 to 11 a.m. April 3 at West Jefferson United Methodist Church, 36 S. Center St. The cost is a donation at the door. All proceeds benefit vision assistance and community needs. Waffle House, Kroger, West Jefferson’s Mcdonald’s and Bob Evans are supporting the event.
Plain City Aglow
The Plain City chapter of Aglow International will meet at 7 p.m. March 16 in the St. Joseph Activity Center, 670 W. Main St. Linda Troyer will speak. Meetings are open to the public. Call Teresa Mullins at (614) 878-1187 for details.
Plain City Library
The Plain City Public Library offers a wide variety of free programs for all age groups. For more information or to register for any program, call (614) 873-4912 or send e-mail to agreen@plaincitylib.org.
Professional Development Committee
London City Schools’ Professional Development Committee will meet as follows in the media center’s lower level at London Elementary School, 380 Elm St.: March 16, April 20, May 18 and June 7. All meetings start at 3:35 p.m. with the exception of the June 7 meeting, which starts at 10 a.m.
Puppet Show
The “Hearts and Hands” puppet team of Church of Christ in Christian Union of Sedalia will perform “God’s Love Will Go On” at 7 p.m. March 12. Written and directed by Katie Perkins, the show is based on 1960s music with religious words for children ages nine to 99. Very peppy and a whole lot of fun. The puppeteers also will perform a white-glove sign language song under black lights. The show is open to the public.
Red Cross Classes
To celebrate Red Cross Month, the Madison County American Red Cross is offering classes at a two-for-one rate. Participants must complete classes by the end of March to qualify for the special rate. Call (740) 845-9939 or stop by 21 W. Fifth St., London.
Reubens and BLTs
Vietnam Veterans of America 746 will serve sandwiches from 4 to 6 p.m. March 11 at Legion Post 105, 51 E. First St., London. Dine-in and carryout, $4. To order, call (740) 852-9196.
Spaghetti Dinner
The Friends of Mount Sterling Public Library will host a spaghetti dinner from 5 to 7 p.m. March 26. Delivery is available if requested by 5. The meal includes salad, spaghetti, garlic bread, choice of drink, and choice of dessert. The cost is $7 per adult, $5 per senior and $3 per child.
St. Patrick’s Day Celebration
The Posse band will perform from 7 to 11 p.m. March 12 at VFW Post 7005, 1 Veteran’s Way, West Jefferson. Admission is free. Post members and their guests are welcome. The men’s auxiliary will serve Reuben sandwiches and Freedom Fries from 5 to 7 p.m. or until the food is gone. Proceeds will benefit the men’s auxiliary scholarship fund. For details, call Pat Dillon at (614) 370-9428.
West Jefferson Library
Hurt-Battelle Memorial Library in West Jefferson can be reached at (614) 879-8448.
• Storytimes.Traditional Storytimes take place every Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. and on alternating Fridays at 10:30.
• Friday Flicks. Enjoy a movie and popcorn at 3 p.m. every Friday.
• Monday Matinee. Enjoy a movie at 1 p.m. March 15.
• Prom Promenade. Find a free tuxedo or dress for prom between 10 a.m and 2 p.m. March 20. Participants must be seniors or juniors at West Jefferson High School and must be present to claim a dress. Also, put your name in a drawing for free prom prizes, including gift cards for restaurants, flowers, gas, hair salons, and a discounted limousine rental.
West Jefferson Youth Athletics
The West Jefferson Youth Athletic Association will hold sign-ups at Galbreath Hall for spring soccer, t-ball, baseball and softball on Wednesdays from 6 to 8 p.m. and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to noon through March 24. For more information or to download a registration form, visit www.wjyaa.org or call Kimmie or Herman Stanley at (614) 879-8344.
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