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Community Calendar
(Posted Aug. 14, 2010)
Alumni Cross Country Race
London High School cross country coach Kevin Horne and Ryan Ladd, the middle shcool coach, will host the first annual Alumni XC race at 6:30 p.m. Aug. 18 at London High School. Alumni can meet the new class of Red Raiders, who have set high goals for 2010. Last year, the boys’ and girls’ teams earned league titles, qualified to the OHSAA Regional Championships, and sent a male individual to state. The goal of the alumni race is to provide current Red Raiders with a chance to meet the former athletes who planted the seed of tradition of London cross country, and give current athletes an opportunity to turn in a two-mile time trial prior to the season. The two-mile run will kick off at 6:30 p.m. A cook-out will follow. Alumni can bring dessert. The staff and team will provide the rest of the food. Even alumni who are not in shape to run can come and enjoy the evening. Alumni who want to participate should contact Ryan Ladd at rladd@ci.london.oh.us.
Armory Youth Center
The London Youth Center, located in the Armory on East Second Street, offers the following activities. Call (740) 852-1595 for more information.
• Every Thursday—Basketball, 6-9 p.m. A donation of $2 per player is accepted.
• Second and fourth Saturdays—Basketball, 10:00 p.m.-1 a.m. Players under age 18 must leave at 11:30 p.m. unless accompanied by parent. Donations accepted.
Bicentennial Ice Cream Social
London Bicentennial Inc. will host an old-fashioned ice cream social featuring Hershey’s ice cream from 2 to 5 p.m. Aug. 15 in Cowling Park. Organizers also will serve free hot dogs while supplies last. The event will include horseshoe pitching on restored pits, corn hole, a bounce house, music and vehicles from the London fire and police departments. The event kicks off promotion of London’s bicentennial in 2011. The London Bicentennial Steering Committee will be joined by the Madison County Genealogical Society and Ministry for Community, both bicentennial supporting organizations. Each group will have information tables and bicentennial souvenirs.
Breast cancer support group
Join the Madison County Breast Cancer Support Group in the Park Avenue Medical Building at 7 p.m. on the following Wednesdays for guest speakers, support from other women, and time to share thoughts and feelings about breast cancer.
• Aug. 18—A discussion with a Madison County Hospital physical therapist on lymphedema.
Call Ruth Roddy, R.N., breast care specialist, at (740) 845-7884 or e-mail at rroddy@mch-ohio.org for details.
Breast Care Clinics
Thanks to a generous grant from The Columbus Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure, Madison County Hospital is offering Breast Care Clinics, which provide breast exams and mammograms to Madison County women at no out-of-pocket cost.
Clinics will be held at the Battelle Breast Care Center in the Park Avenue Medical Building, 55 Park Ave., London on Aug. 26, Sept. 9, Sept. 23, Oct. 14 and Oct. 28. Appointments are necessary. Call (740) 845-7100 and refer to the “Breast Care Clinic.” You must be 35 or older to participate.
CPR Classes at Hospital
Madison County Hospital offers CPR classes to the public and healthcare providers. Participants learn how to perform rescue breathing and chest compressions on adults, children and infants. They also learn to use an Automated External Defibrillator and how to help choking victims. All classes are held in the Park Avenue Medical Building Conference Room, 55 Park Ave., London.
Recertification Class
This class is for individuals who have trained in CPR/BLS (Basic Life Saving) in the last two years. Cost is $45 per person.
Monday, Aug. 23 – 9 a.m. to noon
Certification Class
This class is for individuals who have never trained in CPR/BLS or for whom it has been more than two years since the last training. Cost is $45 per person.
Monday, Aug. 16 – 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Heartsaver Class
This class teaches basic CPR skills and is designed for individuals who are in non-clinical fields. This course does not meet criteria for healthcare providers who must be BLS/HCP certified. Cost is $35 per person.
Monday, Aug. 30 – noon to 3 p.m.
Tuesday, Aug. 31 – 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
To participate in any of the CPR courses, individuals must pre-register. Cash or check payments are accepted (no credit or debit cards). Contact Jennifer Wayman at the Madison County Hospital, (740) 845-7304 or jwayman@mch-ohio.org, to register.
Dinner
American Legion Post 105, London, will hold a steak dinner from 5 to 8 p.m. Aug. 28. All proceeds benefit the scholarship fund. The Posse will play from 7 to 11 p.m. The public is invited to attend. Call Mike Penwell at (740) 852-5348 for details.
Fairgrounds events
The following events will take place at the Madison County Fairgrounds on Elm Street in London. For details, go to www.madisoncountyfairoh.com or call (740) 852-1654.
• Truck Pulls on Sept. 25—Classes are 6200 cheater stock, 6500 pro gas truck, 8000 2.6 diesel truck, 8000 pro stock diesel, and 8000 run-what-you-brung. Start time is 4 p.m. Gate admission is $10. Concessions will be sold.
• Farm Toy Show on Aug. 29—The show will run from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Admission is $2 (children under 10 admitted free with adult admission). Food and drink vendors will be on site. For details, call John Hammond at (614) 989-6659.
Full Moon Bike Rides
Friends of Madison County Parks and Trails has scheduled the following full moon rides. These rides start at the Prairie Grass Trailhead behind the Madison County Senior Center at 280 W. High St., London. The 20-mile round trip to South Charleston departs at 8 p.m. The 10-mile round trip to Neil Road (Florence Switch) departs at 8:15 p.m. Upcoming Full Moon Rides are Aug. 27, Sept. 23 and Oct. 23. Helmets, lights and light-colored clothing are recommended. Registration is not required. For more information, go to www.fmcpt.com.
Golf Outings
• The Tri-County Firefighters Association will host a golf outing on Aug. 28 at Crown Hill Golf Course, 9500 U.S. Route 22, Williamsport. Registration is 7 to 7:45 a.m. The four-person scramble will have a shotgun start at 8. The entry fee is $65 per person or $260 per team if paid in full by Aug. 20. After Aug. 20, the cost is $75 per person or $300 per team. No refunds. For details, call Michael Riffle at (614) 746-8282 or Mike Moore at (740) 404-5293.
• The Men's Auxiliary of VFW Post 7005 will host a golf outing Aug. 28 at Rolling Meadows Golf Course. The shotgun start is set for 8 a.m. Cost is $60 per person and includes golf, meal and four beverage/food tickets at the course. A dinner will follow at VFW Post 7005 in West Jefferson. THe menu features smoked brisket, smoked chicken and sides. All proceeds go to the scholarship fund. To sign up, call Kevin Keckley at (614) 581-5497 or Pat Dillon at (614) 370-9428.
Gospel and Bluegrass Music
Music on the Farm, 2605 State Rte. 665, London, will host a southern gospel and bluegrass sing from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Aug. 21. Admission is free. Food will be available. Zachary Devor will collect canned goods to be distributed to needy families. For details, call 800-500-7555 or go to www.musiconthefarm.com.
Jewelry Sale
The Madison County Hospital Auxiliary’s $5 jewelry sale is Aug. 18 from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the Harley Room at the hospital, 210 N. Main St., London. The sale offers a wide variety of jewelry, scarves, watches, purses and more. A portion of the proceeds benefit the MCH Auxiliary. Call (740) 845-7050 for more information.
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.
• Family Movie Night. Watch “Diary of a Wimpy Kid” (PG) at 6 p.m. Aug. 19. Refreshments will be provided.
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. The Christian book library is open daily except Wednesday.
Aug. 16: Sterling Socialites, 1-3 p.m.
Aug. 17: Last water play day at Veterans Field, 11:30-12:30; adult counseling, noon-6 p.m.; food/clothing pantry, 4-7 p.m.; TOPS, 6-7 p.m.; Alcoholics Anonymous, 8-9 p.m.
Aug. 18: Adult sewing, 10-3:30; Grace Bible Mission bible study, 6-8 p.m.
Aug. 19: Food/clothing pantry, 9-1.
Aug. 21: Sewing, 10-3:30
Aug. 22: Sterling Grace church service, 10:15 a.m.; Grace Bible Mission worship service, 6:30-8 p.m.; Alcoholics Anonymous, 7-8 p.m.
Mount Sterling Library
60 W. Columbus St., (740) 869-2430
• Scrapbooking/crafts. The last class is Aug. 24 from 6 to 8 p.m.
• Farm Market. The market will run every Saturday through Aug. 28 at the library. Spaces are $10 for each Saturday or $50 for the season. Forms are available at the library and the American Legion Post.
• Ladies Night Out. Aug. 30 at 6:30 p.m. This month’s feature is “The Proposal,” starring Sandra Bullock. Registration is not required for this free, potluck event. The library will provide popcorn and drinks.
Plain City Aglow International
Jeana Flory will be the guest speaker for Plain City Aglow International at 7 p.m. Aug. 17 at St. Joseph Activity Center, 670 W. Main St., Plain City. Flory is founder of "Crown Him His Glory Ministry." For more information, call Teresa Mullins at (614) 878-1187.
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.
Poverty and the Homeless
Poverty and homelessness in Madison County are the topics of a free, informative workshop set for noon to 1:30 p.m. Aug. 20 at the Pleasant Valley Senior Citizen Building, 390 Allgyer Dr., Plain City. Attendees will learn about the Circles Campaign, a continuation of the Bridges Out of Poverty work. Circles is a transformational approach that partners volunteers and community leaders with families who desire journey out of poverty. Registration is required but the workshop and lunch are free, thanks to a grant from the Osteopathic Heritage Foundation. Contact Twyla McNamara at (614) 309-9265 or ministryforcommunity@yahoo.com by Aug. 12. The Madison County Continuum of Care to Prevent Homelessness is putting on the event.
Run for Hope Cancelled
The Run For Hope 5K slated for Aug. 21 at Choctaw Lake has been cancelled. It will be rescheduled for next year.
Volleyball and Soccer Signups
The West Jefferson Youth Athletic Association announces sign-up sessions for volleyball and soccer. Parents or legal guardians may sign up children at the Galbreath Hall on Wednesdays from 6 to 8 p.m. or Saturdays from 10 a.m. to noon through August. Fees for soccer are $65. Volleyball fees are $45. Sign-ups also are available online for a small convenience fee. At www.wjyaa.org, look for the online registration tab or print a form and mail it to WJYAA. For more information about WJYAA Youth Programming contact Herman or Kimmie Stanley at (614) 879-8344 or any board member.
West Jefferson Library
Hurt-Battelle Memorial Library in West Jefferson can be reached at (614) 879-8448.
• Pooch Parade. On Aug. 21, compete with your canine companion for prizes. Dogs will be judged in six categories: biggest, smallest, smartest, hairiest, cutest and best dressed. Registration begins at 10:30 a.m. The parade is at 11.
• Friends Of The Library Meeting. The organization promotes and supports the library through events and fund-raisers. They will meet at 6 p.m. Aug. 26.
• Red Cross CPR Class. The library will host this class from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Aug. 28. To register, call the Red Cross at (740) 845-9939.
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