Events in Darke County Ohio

DCCA presents MCT’s Pinocchio
Darke County Center for the Arts will present Missoula Children’s Theatre’s interpretation of the beloved children’s story Pinocchio at Henry St. Clair Memorial Hall in Greenville on Saturday, August 6 at 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. The production will star local students chosen at an audition to be held Monday, August 1 from 10 a.m. until 12 noon. “In one short week, MCT’s acting/directing team will cast 60 characters, lead... read more.

Purveyor of Improbable Possibilities coming to the Gathering at Garst
Lies! Lies, lies, lies! Pure unmitigated, adulterated, bald-faced LIES! And mighty proud of it too! That’s what you’ll hear from Chris Supinger at the Gathering at Garst July 30 and 31, 2011 at Garst Museum. Describing his performance as “storytelling stretched to its limits,” and “half truths so preposterous, they just might be true,” Chris Supinger is sure to entertain as he “jes drops by” the Gathering at Garst at 11:00... read more.

Dining with Diabetes, by Diane Barga, OSU Extension, Darke County
If you have diabetes, if you have a family member with diabetes or if you support and care for someone with diabetes, you will want to enroll in Dining with Diabetes, an educational class designed to help you learn to reduce sugar, salt and fat in food and better control blood sugar. Dining with Diabetes will be offered on Tuesday, August 30, 2011, from 5:00pm-8:30pm, at the OSU Extension Learning Center, 603 Wagner Avenue, Greenville, Ohio. The class fee is $15.00, which covers... read more.

“Building Blocks” Parenting Classes Planned, Diane Barga, Program Assistant
FCS/4-H Youth Development, OSU Extension, Darke County - 7/20/11 - OSU Extension, Darke County, has scheduled a “Building Blocks” parenting series. The classes will be held September 6, 13 and 20, 2011, 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... read more.

West Ohio Agronomy Field Day, By Justin Petrosino, OSU Extension
With soybean prices nearing the mid-teens, farmers want to know how to maximize both production and profitability. On August 2, 2011, at the Darke County Farm, Ohio State University Extension will host the West Ohio Agronomy Field Day to answer relevant questions to maximize soybean production. Join your local county educators along with state specialists from both OSU and Purdue for this educational event. The gates will open at 9:30 am to allow attendees time to get checked... read more.

Speaker Announced for Annie Oakley Golf Tournament, By Warren Richards
The 30th Annual Annie Oakley Golf Tournament is fast approaching. On Monday, July 25th, at 12:30 pm, over 80 golfers will tee off in this thirtieth anniversary of the tournament. Over the past 29 years the Annie Oakley Golf Tournament has raised and donated approximately $445,000.00 to help cancer patients in their struggle against their dreaded illness. This year promises to be another success for the... read more.

Darke County Parks... Summer Stargazing
Join the Stillwater Stargazers as they visit Shawnee Prairie Preserve on Saturday, July 30th at 9pm. On this night, they will take their scopes and turn them to the heavens. We’ll look for planets, stars, constellations and anything else that may float past. Dress for cool summer nights and bug repellent is recommended. Please enter the parking lot to the Nature Center slowly with parking lights, so as not to ruin our nightvision. Call the Nature Center for more information at... read more.

Gateway Youth Plans Street Carnival
The Gateway Youth Program invites the public to and evening of fun, food and games on Monday, July 18th. The Gateway Street Carnival will be located on the inside and outside of their building at 116 E. Third Street in Greenville from 4:00 to 6:00 pm. You won’t want to miss all the fun; there will be games that include a cake walk, moon walk, silent auctions and so much more. There is no admission... read more.

Darke County Parks… Nesting Songbirds of Ohio
Join Darke County Parks’ summer intern, Aaron Coons, as he discusses his research on the songbird nest box usage, success rate and species involved within a corridor of riparian zone near the Hocking River and adjacent to old farm fields. Aaron will then talk about different types of nest boxes and the pros and cons of different designs that can be used here in Darke County. Find out how you can attract birds to your area through the use of nest boxes. The presentation will be... read more.

Insects Invade Shawnee Prairie Nature Center!
Spectacular is the only way to describe Dr. Insecta’s incredible, unforgettable bug lab experience and this experience is being brought to you by the Darke County Park District! Bill Maxwell is America’s motivational comedy magician and he will make his bugs magically disappear during the performance. Not only will you get to see hissing Madagascars to hairy arachnids, foot-long millipedes to an... read more.

The new 2011 Annie Oakley Days Schedule of Events and Weekend Passes are Now Available - The 2011 festival is being held July 29, 30, and 31. A weekend festival pass is only $3.00 at the gate during the festival or $2.00 if you purchase it before the festival. You can now pick up a printed schedule and weekend festival pass at the following locations... read more.

Annie Oakley Days begins with Competition
It’s that time of year again. Twelve contestants will be vying for the title Miss Annie Oakley 2011 beginning July 27. Preliminaries will take place at 6 p.m. Wednesday (27th), and Miss Annie Oakley 2011 will be named following the elimination contest starting at 6 p.m. on Thursday. She will be on hand for the opening of the 48th annual Annie Oakley Days at the Darke County... read more.

Transit Advisory (TAC) Committee Meeting
July 27th, 2011 - 3:00 pm at the Greenville City Transit Facility located at 1425 KitchenAid Way - Agenda - 1) 2011 budget 2) Fair shuttle – rate was set at 75 cents at last TAC meeting. Do we want to offer a 25 cent discount if they donate a non-perishable food item to be given to the local food bank?... read more.

Early Morning Discovery Hikes with Darke County Parks
If you haven’t attended one of the Early Morning Discovery Hikes this summer with Darke County Parks, you’re missing out! Most weeks we spend around an hour or so hiking the trails of Shawnee Prairie Preserve searching for as many species of birds, wildflowers, dragonflies and more that we can find. Occasionally, we’ll take a foray to one of the many other Darke County... read more.

Annie Oakley Days... Do you like to take photographs?
This year the Annie Oakley Festival is pleased to announce that our Photo Shoot Out contest is being judged by a panel of judges personally picked by Crystal Miller, a professional award winning photographer and owner of Crystal LeeAnn Photography of Greenville. The photography contest is open to all amateur and professional photographers. Registration for photo contest participants will be Wednesday... read more.

Local Youth invited to Audition for MCT’s Pinocchio
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 youth. Tryouts for MCT’s Pinocchio will be held Monday, August 1 from 10 a.m. until 12 noon; performances are... read more.

Boehner District Chief to speak to Republican Men’s Club
Ryan Day, U.S. Congressman John Boehner’s District Chief of Staff, will be speaking to members and guests at the Darke County Republican Men’s Club on Saturday. Republicans, under Boehner’s leadership, have insisted that cuts have to be made in the budget, with no new taxes, if the debt limit is to be increased. Democrats, under Pres. Barack Obama’s leadership, have insisted that entitlements... read more.

Darke County Parks… Dr. Insecta
The insects are coming to Shawnee Prairie Preserve Nature Center on Thursday July 21st at 7:30pm. Bill Maxwell, aka: Dr. Insecta, will introduce some of the coolest live insects on the planet Earth. From Hissing Madagascar cockroaches to hairy arachnids, foot-long millipedes to an emperor scorpion named Darth Vader, this incredible creepy-crawly zoo will create a real “buzz” throughout the Nature Center! Space is EXTREMELY... read more.

Greenville Art Guild at Artifacts
Artifacts, a new feature of Downtown Greenville, will host the Greenville Art Guild this coming Monday, July 11. After a brief meeting, Artifacts owner, Tammy Fox, will lead the group in a hands on workshop on the use of alcohol ink. New Guild President Selena Burk noted that Artifacts is a wonderful resource for mixed media art creations. Selena, a well known artist in the area, uses items for fine art mixed media as well as more craft type mixed media. On Saturday, July 16, she... read more.

Darke County Parks Early Morning Discovery Hike Report
If you haven’t attended one of the Early Morning Discovery Hikes this summer at Shawnee Prairie, you’re missing out! Last week we traveled to the newest addition to the Darke County Parks, Eidson Woods, to check out the newly cleared trails. While hiking the early successional prairie portion of the park we discussed plants such as Queen Anne’s Lace, an edible, as well as searching... read more.

All-star line-up set for Illumination 2011
GREENVILLE – Mark your calendar now for Sept. 18. On that date the Illumination Committee will be bringing its best line-up ever to the Darke County Fairgrounds for Illumination: Light in the Darke 2011. This year’s all-star line-up includes artists whose music has been featured in television shows and hit movies. Headlining this year’s festival of music will be Dove Award winner... read more.

DCCA Event to Feature Desserts from Ghyslain
Darke County Center for the Arts “Barbecue and Blues” fundraising event at Greenville Golf Course on Friday, July 22 will not only feature music and ribs, but will also offer desserts from Ghyslain. “We are excited about snagging bluesmaster Michael Locke to provide the music, happy that Hog Wild Bar-B-Que agreed to be our food vendor, and now I am absolutely thrilled to say that Ghyslain will offer desserts for sale to our patrons,” said Julie Strait, Executive Director... read more.

Darke County Parks… Fly Fishing 101
Darke County Park District is hosting Fly Fishing 101! Meet at Shawnee Prairie Preserve Nature Center on Saturday, July 23rd at 9am. This program is a continuation of Fly Tying from this winter, but is open to anyone! If you attended this winter’s fly tying program, bring your flies! This introduction to Fly Fishing will get us outdoors at a nearby... read more.

Concert and Celebration... A Salute to Military Families
July 9th, 5:30-8:30, Greenville Band Shell - Darke County OH, June 22, 2011 — Have you ever thought about the sacrifices that the families of the Military make so our solders can serve? Have you ever thanked the father of a Navy Seal? Looked into the eyes of a Marines’ child and said, “Thank-you?”The men and woman of the United States Military serve everyday across the world, and the quiet heroes that stand with them are their families; parents, spouses, siblings, children... read more.

Darke County Parks Cultural History Summer Camp
Have you ever wondered how the pioneer children lived in the 18th Century? Come on out and join the Cultural History Summer Camp held on Monday, July 11 thru Friday, July 15 from 9:30AM- 12:00 (noon) for your 6 to 9 year olds. During this camp you will have hands on experience with several skills for the very first time in your life! Skills such as dying textiles with natural dyes... read more.

Darke County Republican Women’s Club... A Fascinating Time Invitation
A Fascinating Time – social event hosted by Darke County Republican Women’s Club at noon on July 16 at the Greenville Country Club. State President Jean Turner to be featured speaker, style show by Youniques, auction of autographed Karl Rove Book and a special item from the Honorable John Boehner. $10 per person for chicken breast and cobb salad, sherbet and tea or coffee – includes tax and gratuity. Only pre-paid reservations before July 12... read more.

Annie Oakley Days… Bingo Breakfast at Festival
Do you like to play bingo and win prizes? Then you will want to attend the Annie Oakley Festival Bingo Breakfast on Friday, July 29, 2011 at the Darke County Fairgrounds, youth building. The morning of fun will begin at 9am and will start with a great breakfast, (scrambled eggs, sausage, biscuits & gravy, juice and coffee) a robust game of bingo with prizes... read more.

Friends of Darke County Parks 5th Annual Basket Raffle
The Friends of Darke County Parks are once again offering several themed baskets full of goodies for raffle! Basket Themes include “Take a Hike!”, “No Batteries Needed”, “How does Your Garden Grow?”, “For the Birds” and “Say Cheese”. With such unique themes, there is sure to be something for everyone! Not only that, but each basket would make a wonderful gift for... read more.

Annie Oakley Days… Rent a spot at the festival
7/4/11 - Did you know that you can rent a camping spot at the Annie Oakley Festival? The 2011 festival is being held July 29, 30, and 31. You can arrive at the fairgrounds as early as Tuesday, July 26 , stay until Sunday, and pay only $20 per night. You can stay past Sunday by making arrangements with the secretary’s office at the fairgrounds... read more.

Musicians Coming to the Gathering at Garst
7/4/11 - GREENVILLE, OHIO: The Gathering at Garst, a new and exciting annual event planned for July 30 and 31, 2011 at Garst Museum in Greenville, Ohio will include talented musicians performing as part of the Pickin’ on the Porch: The Thomas House Sessions. Performances will take place on the steps of the Thomas House, former home of American writer, broadcaster and world traveler, Lowell Thomas... read more.

Fascinating Time to be held by GOP Women, By Lyn Bliss, Senior Scribe
7/4/11 - State President Jean Turner will be the featured speaker at a social event being hosted by the Darke County Republican Women’s Club at noon on July 16 at the Greenville Country Club. “A Fascinating Time” is the name given to the event, based upon the “fascinators” worn by women attending the recent British Royal wedding. The event will feature styles by Youniques and... read more.

It really was ‘bigger and badder’ By Bob Robinson
Greenville Eagles Independence celebration and fireworks entertained thousands - By all accounts, the crowd was bigger than last year, possibly even hitting the 3,000 mark judging by the wide pockets of celebrants over the approximately 7-8 acre expanse of manicured grounds. By all accounts, both bands were a hit. Tempest entertained hundreds with its 60’s music in the... read more.

Saint Right Highlights Eagles Independence Day One, By Bob Robinson
Day One of Greenville Eagles Independence Day celebration was deemed a success with several hundred people enjoying the music, food and family entertainment at a pristine Eagles Shade Road Park. Saint Right Band capped the evening, entertaining a growing crowd from 7 to 11 p.m. They followed a buffet breakfast in the morning, DJ music in the afternoon, and sell-out chicken... read more.

Eagles readies for two-day event, By Bob Robinson
Work preparing for the two-day Eagles Independence Day Celebration continued Saturday morning during its breakfast buffet, open to the public. Moving tables, bringing in last-minute beverages and ice, handing out work assignments, and fireworks preparations were all part of the morning and early afternoon. Canisters had been placed more than a hundred yards out on the... read more.

Stuff A Bus is here
It's Time to Collect School Supplies for Darke County Children with Stuff A Bus!! If you are interested in collected supplies individually or at your organization please see our attached flyer and some helpful hints for collecting supplies. You will see that we have some wonderful businesses that are collecting supplies and serving as public drop-off sites during the month of July leading up to Stuff a Bus Day of Caring on Friday, August 5th. If your company collects... read more.

TOWN HALL MEETING NOTICE - DARKE T.E.A. PATRIOTS TOWNHALL MEETING... read more.

Living with Cancer Support Group July Meeting
Living with Cancer Support Group will be held July 7, 2011 at Wayne HealthCare. Speaker for the meeting will be Emily... read more.

Barbecue and Blues Sponsored by Local Couples
Darke County Center for the Arts’ second annual outdoor summertime event, Barbecue And Blues, will take place on the beautiful grounds of the Greenville Golf Course on Friday, July 22 starting at 6:30 pm. Music, an integral part of every DCCA fundraiser, will be performed by Michael Locke and the Repeat Offenders, outstanding blues musicians who have played... read more.

Darke County Parks Nature Notes Newsletter
Stay Up To Date with YOUR Parks! Do you like walking the trails of your local Darke County Parks? How about attending one of our many festivals and events (many that are FREE!)? If so, you need to be signed up for our quarterly Newsletter! The Nature Notes is your seasonal guide to what programs, events and festivals are taking place within the Park District over a three month period. In addition, this is the best way to stay up to date with the District’s news and... read more.

Reminder for CAP ‘Senior’ Picnic
Community Action Partnership of Greater Dayton - Darke County will be hosting a Picnic in the Park for Darke Co. Senior Citizens July 14 at the Greenville City Park, Shelter #4. Sign-in begins at 10 a.m. Suggested donation for individuals 60 and older is $2.00. Those younger than 60 are asked to pay $7.49. The menu once again features hamburgers, hotdogs, baked beans, ambrosia, chips, and condiments, along with beverages. Seniors are reminded to bring their own lawn... read more.

Eagles prepares for Independence Day Blowout
“It’s going to be bigger and badder than last year,” said Eagles Treasurer Joe Shumaker. Eagles Officers and volunteers were busy throughout Friday preparing for the Greenville Eagles Independence Day two-day Blowout Saturday and Sunday. Part of the preparations included marking off no-trespass zones during the fireworks. It includes a path to the fireworks area from... read more.

Darke County Parks July Hike to Health
Darke County Park District will be holding two more hikes this month! The first hike will be held on Thursday, July 7th at Alice Bish Park. This hike will be unique in that we will begin at Alice Bish and end in the Greenville City Park, with a lot to see along the way. The hike begins at 7pm and the DCP van will shuttle you back to your car after the hike. The second hike will be on Saturday, July 16th at Eidson Woods Preserve. Eidson is a favorite... read more.

Cancer Association of Darke County… Fundraising BBQ at Greenville Park
$6.50… Order tickets by July 4 - The Cancer Association of Darke County is sponsoring a Chicken and Pork Chop Barbecue on Saturday, July 9 at Shelter #3 in the Greenville Park. The event, which features Barbecued Chicken and Pork Chops made on-site by Paul Mueller, will be held at Shelter #3 (on Harmon Drive, across from the GHS Football field/track). Drive up service will be available as well... read more.

Ag. Breakfast Meeting - Thursday, July 7, 2011, 7:30 am - 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.) If you have an email address, please jot it down and give it to me at the next meeting, or email our office <dark@osu.edu>. We are sending email notices to save money. Hope to see you there. Our next meeting will be August 4, 2011. Justin S. Petrosino, Extension Educator, Agriculture & Natural Resources

West Ohio Grazing School, by Justin Petrosino, OSU Extension, Darke County
June 13, 2011 - As corn and soybean prices continue to rise, feeding livestock economically is becoming a challenge. Many farmers in Ohio are gaining interest in grazing livestock to reduce feed costs and spend less time making hay. Management intensive grazing is a proven way to improve feed efficiency and decrease feed costs. Typical open grazing allows animals to manage the pasture selecting for only a few favorable species. This inefficient process... read more.

Story Time for Children at the Gathering at Garst
6/29/11 - The Fort GreeneVille Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution is sponsoring a story time at the Gathering at Garst Event on Saturday July 30, 1:30 take p.m. It will place at the Primitive Tent. The featured colonial storytellers will be DAR chapter member Lady Karen Washington Burkett and husband John. Children, ages 4 and up are invited. The Gathering at Garst, a... read more.

ScoreBoard Events
Aaron Frohna performing Acoustically at Scoreboards, Greenville, Ohio, Friday, July 1 at 9:00 pm - July 2 at 1:00 am.

Darke County Parks... Down the Lazy River
6/28/11 - What better way to spend a summer day than floating down the river? It’s time to relax and join Darke County Parks for an amazing float down one of Ohio’s Scenic rivers; the Stillwater. With all of the rain from spring, the water will be just right for a float. On Saturday, July 9th meet at Shawnee Prairie Preserve Nature Center at 9am where will take you to the... read more.

The Gathering at Garst- “Getting There is Half the Fun!”
6/27/11 - Has June nearly passed us by? July 30th is just around the corner and what an event this is shaping up to be. Tons of fabulous vendors are being added to the list of participants for thi s years event daily with many more pouring in as we speak. Will you be among them? Due to the overwhelming response, we have extended out deadline for registration for this years event until... read more.

Living History Encampment at Darke County Parks
The 1st Louisiana Zouaves / 2nd Ky Cavalry, Artillery Detachment will return for its second and final living history encampment this summer on a day in the life of a civil war camp. Located near the Log House at Shawnee Prairie Preserve, they will have demonstrations of Civil War era weapons, flags, clothing and cooking each day. Encampment will be held Saturday, July 2nd from 9AM-5PM and Sunday, July 3rd from 9AM-3PM. Call the Nature Center for more information... read more.

Edison Community College... Quickbooks
Learn the basics of Quickbooks – a powerful financial management program for small businesses. This class will include the steps of creating a new company, working with lists, reports, and graphics, setting up accounts and lists for automated transactions, preparing invoices, making deposits and printing statements, inventory management, and customizing the software for specific needs. Attention CPAs: This course can count towards CPEs!... read more.

Concert and Celebration... A Salute to Military Families
July 9th , 5:30-8:30 Greenville Band Shell - Darke County OH, June 22, 2011 — Have you ever thought about the sacrifices that the families of the Military make so our solders can serve? Have you ever thanked the father of a Navy Seal? Looked into the eyes of a Marines’ child and said, “Thank-you? ”The men and woman of the United States Military serve everyday across the world, and the quiet heroes that stand with them are their families; parents, spouses, siblings, children... read more.

Edison Community College... Addressing Emotions at Work
Learn strategies to address strong emotions – yours and those of people you work with. This workshop identifies the impact of emotions on productivity so that you can be more aware of factors that cause emotions to intensify. Choose and apply techniques to address your own strong emotions, and learn how to respond to the strong emotions of others in a... read more.

Score Boards Tuesdays
Score Boards - EVERY Tuesday - Cruise In specials - 50/50 drawing - Door prizes - DJ Keaz - $1 bowling inside TNT - Cars, Trucks, Bikes all are welcome! Call 937-548-2117 for details!

Independence Day Blowout at Eagles Shade Road
Two days of celebration with family fun, Saint Right, Tempest, Classified & the biggest fireworks display in Darke County - GREENVILLE – The Greenville Eagles 2177 will hold its 6th Annual Independence Day Celebration at its beautiful Shade Road Park on Saturday and Sunday, July 2 and 3. Kick off the weekend with a Breakfast Buffet from 9 a.m. to Noon. Starting at 1 p.m. snack on hot dogs... read more.

Greenville Transit System
Greenville Transit System will be closed on Monday, July 4th. We will reopen for business on July 5th.

Downtown Businesses support Race 2 taste
GREENVILLE – This year at the Seventh Annual Prelude to the Dream, businesses located in Downtown Greenville were successful in satisfying the hunger and thirst of the thousands of race fans that showed up early to Eldora Speedway on June 8. Unique restaurants including The Bistro Off Broadway, Sweet One-o-One and Danny’s Place offered sample-size appetizers... read more.

Edison Community College... Photo Editing in a Day
Did you just take an incredible vacation? Just have a family reunion? Redecorate your home? If you’re like many people, you have hundreds of photos your friends and family never see. Share them! In this single 2-hour session of Photo Editing in a Day, you’ll be guided through the steps of uploading, modifying and sharing photos using only browser-based tools. Some prior experience with the internet is strongly recommended; users should be able to create and send email and create... read more.

Annie Oakley Golf Tournament… Sign up for a chance to win a new car or truck
6/21/11 - The 30th annual Annie Oakley Golf Tournament is fast approaching. Get signed up with your team today for a chance to win a new car or truck from one of four Darke County area car dealers. This year’s tournament is scheduled for July 25th at the Greenville Golf Course and will feature a shotgun start with scramble format, chances to win great prizes and lunch/dinner for the... read more.

Sharp 75th Anniversary
Gene and Catherine Sharp… 75th Anniversary - The celebration will be from 1-3 p.m. July 3 at the Fellowship Hall of the Methodist Church... read more.

The Friends of Bear’s Mill presents... June/July Artists
Exhibition Dates: June 24 - July 24 - Reception: June 24, 6-9 pm - Wine and light appetizers served. Please join us for an enjoyable evening with these talented artists! - About the exhibition:
‘Morph as an Ism’ is a mixed and multimedia collection of recent works by Natalie Wetzel and Jan Kruszewski exploring the relationships among the human, animal, and... read more.

Darke County Center for the Arts... U.S. Army Jazz Ambassadors will Perform at Greenville City Park
America’s Big Band, the United States Army Field Band’s Jazz Ambassadors, will perform at Greenville City Park in the Marling Band Shell on Friday, June 24 at 7 p.m. Additionally, three Greenville High School students, trumpeter Claire Sherman, sax player Peter Clark, and trombonist Trevor Fulton, have been chosen to perform with the Jazz Ambassadors. Darke County Center for the Arts is sponsoring this free concert... read more.

Independence Day closing
Community Action Partnership of Greater Dayton/Darke County will be closed Monday, July 4, in honor of Independence Day. This includes the Senior Meals Program and Metropolitan Housing Authority. Regular hours will resume Tuesday, July 5. Transportation service available... read more.

Early Morning Discovery Hike Report
Chilly morning this week with temps in the high 50s-low 60s, but with those chilly temps came lots of bird activity! We had a whopping 38 species of birds this morning! While they may not have been the “exciting” migrant species, we still had a great time observing them swooping overhead, filling the air with song or just adding a quick splash of color to the landscape... read more.

Flashback | Ladies Night at The Score Board Sports Club, 1137 Sweitzer St., Greenville, Ohio
“Flashback is a 3-piece cover band doing tunes from all over the timeline, in a variety of styles. We’re a fun band, and like to have a blast with everybody, treating the crowd like an extension of the band.” LADIES DANCE CONTEST - Registration begins at 9pm competition starts at 11pm. 1st prize – Glamour Photoshoot & retouching with Ferrand Studios – $200 value. Gift card for 200 tanning minutes. Gift Card for 1 hour massage. 2nd Prize – Gift card for 100 Tanning minutes gift card for 30 minute massage flowers and chocolates. 3rd prize - Gift card for 100 tanning minutes flowers and chocolates. 18 and over only.

The Gathering at Garst Will Feature Gardeners
Among the exhibitors at the new summer event planned for July 30 and 31, 2011 at Garst Museum in Greenville, Ohio will be garden vendors and designers who are experts at making a garden exciting. Pictured are Katie Gabbard and Jenny Clark from The Ivy League Florist on Broadway in Greenville, Ohio. They are specialists in creating unique and delightful floral arrangements... read more.

The Gathering at Garst Will Feature Artists
6/13/11 - Artists are now signing up for the new summer event planned for July 30 and 31, 2011 at Garst Museum in Greenville, Ohio. The Gathering at Garst: A Garden of Antiques and Art, will feature vendors in the following categories; artists, antique vendors, skilled historical craftsmen, primitive folk-artists, garden exhibitors, farmers market and specialty vendors, and food vendors... read more.

BBBS Rubber Duck Race & 5k Run
6/12/11 - Thursday June 23 marks the Big Brothers Big Sisters 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 Lisa Brown, Executive Director is hopeful that all 5000 ducks will be launched this year. The upcoming fundraising event, 2011 Rubber Duck Race, will be held Thursday, June 23th at 7:30 p.m. near... read more.

Darke County Parks… Backyard Campout
To kick off an early start to July’s National Parks and Recreation Month, Darke County Park District is taking part in the National Wildlife Federation’s Great Backyard Campout! Dust off that old tent, grab the cooler and yard games and head out to Prairie Ridge Meadow on Saturday, June 25th at 5pm to join us for a fun gathering of camping enthusiasts. Trailers, RVs and pop-up campers will not be permitted due to lack of space. Campfire snacks will be provided for all who sign up. Please Pre-register for this FREE family event by calling the Nature Center at 937.548.0165. Small tents may be available for loan, for more info, give us a call.

Darke County Parks… Eidson in Summer
If you missed the Grand Opening, then join a naturalist as we head to the newest Park of the District and explore all it has to offer! We’ll hike all the trails, checking out the swamp, creek and woodlands. Salamanders, birds, wildflowers and mammals are just some of the exciting plant/animal life we’ll hope to encounter. Dress to get muddy as this park has several areas that may still be “soggy”. Bring... read more.

CAP Senior “Picnic in the Park” scheduled for July 14
Community Action Partnership of Greater Dayton – Darke County is once again inviting seniors to a Picnic in the Park on Thurs., July 14 at the Greenville City Park, Shelter # 4. Sign-in begins at 10 a.m. The suggested donation for individuals 60 and older is $2.00 and $7.49 for those younger. Hamburgers, hotdogs, baked beans, ambrosia, chips, and condiments, along... read more.

U.S. Rep. John Boehner... Getting Government Out Of The Way Of Job Creators
Open Door Tuesday: 12:00 PM - Darke County Senior Citizen Center (1469 Sweitzer Street); 1:30 PM- Arcanum Village Offices (104 West South Street) - Last week, it was announced that the national unemployment rate rose to 9.1% in May and the number of unemployed Americans edged up by 167,000 to 13.9 million. Our economy is not creating enough jobs, and that is why from day one, the House has been committed to getting government out of the way so job creators can do... read more.

Early Morning Discovery Hike Report
June 8, 2011 - This week’s Early Morning Discovery Hike was a bit more productive than last weeks with a few more species and overall more bird activity. In addition, we also had many insects to keep our attention (not just mosquitoes too!) - The birds were more active this week, although they still paid little attention to us. This worked to our benefit in one case as we were able to get some stunning... read more.

Mark Your Calendar for the Darke County Photo Club’s June Meeting
Do you enjoy taking pictures and making new friends? If so, plan on joining the Darke County Photography Club for the June meeting on Tuesday, June 21, 2011, at 7:00PM at the Shawnee Prairie Nature Center, 4267 State Route 502, Greenville, Ohio. You can bring one photograph that best represents the theme “Bug’s Point of View” to share at our monthly feedback session. For more information... read more.

Get acquainted with Photoshop
Have you ever wanted to know how to “fix” a photo? Edison Community College is offering a 3-hour Introductory Course to Photoshop Basics on Thursday, June 16, from 6 to 9 p.m. - Learn how to resize photos but still maintain quality; remove “red-eye;” clean up lint spots, tears and other blemishes in scanned photos; alter or remove backgrounds and create graphic images and other special effects. Photoshop is the industry standard for digital editing of photographs and other... read more.

Garst Museum... Annie’s Wild West Gala
Please join us at our annual fundraising event Saturday, June 11, 2011! - Doors open at 6:30 PM until 10:00 PM - Reservations: $10.00 per person - Light Hors d’oeuvres, Cash Bar - Silent Auction, Live Auction, Raffles, Door Prizes - Annie’s Wild Raffle - Available that Evening or by Advance Purchase - Need not be present to win - Charlotte Paugh Hand Made Quilt - Apple iPad 2 - Toshiba 32” Flat Screen TV... read more.

Darke County Parks… Five full days of fun at Summer Camp
Schools out for summer! What are your kids going to do with all of their free time? Send them to the Darke County Parks for one of our Summer Camps. Each camp is 5 days full of fun and creative ways to discover nature! Hikes, crafts and activities will enhance your child’s appreciation and understanding of the natural world and historic past all... read more.

Free Concert by U.S. Army Jazz Ambassadors
America’s Big Band, the United States Army Field Band’s Jazz Ambassadors, will perform at Greenville City Park in the Marling Band Shell on Friday, June 24 at 7 p.m. According to Darke County Center for the Arts Artistic Director Keith Rawlins, this 19-member component of the Washington, D.C.- based Army Field Band has appeared throughout the world, earning great acclaim at home and abroad... read more.

Stateline Heritage Days… Sidewalk Chalk Art Contest
Aboard the Midnight Train is this year’s theme for the Union City Psi Chapter of Tri Kappa’s first Sidewalk Chalk Art Contest. The contest will be held during the city’s Stateline Heritage Days. Anyone from a budding to a professional artist age 4 and above is encouraged to participate in this year’s premier event. The contest begins at 9:30 am on Wednesday, August 3 on the corner of Pearl and Columbia in Union City, Indiana... read more.

Lunch to Go at Brethren Retirement Community
Brethren Retirement Community would like to offer you a great lunch at a great price for a great cause. You’ll enjoy a great lunch, plus dessert for only $5. And all proceeds will benefit the Resident Aid Fund. Brethren Retirement Community Is Offering To Deliver Lunch To Your Office On Friday, June 10th From 11:00 to 1:00. Your orders must be placed by June 8th. For ordering information... read more.

Faber to speak to Republican Men’s Club
State Senator Keith Faber (R-12) will be the featured speaker at the Darke County Republican Men’s Club Saturday, June 18. He holds the Number 2 leadership role in the Senate as its President Pro Tempore, and has been a proponent of fiscal responsibility throughout his career in Columbus. He was a member of the House of Representatives, Dist. 77, before being elected to the Senate. Faber was recently... read more.

Greenville Toastmasters... Keynote Motivational Speaker commemorates group’s 40th Anniversary - Active and inactive Toastmasters are invited to celebrate the fortieth anniversary of the Greenville Toastmasters Club #1238 on Saturday, July 9 in the Brick Room of the Brethren Retirement Community from 6:30-9:00 pm. The celebration includes hors d’oeuvres, dinner, table topics with the charter members, and special keynote speaker Gary Mull. Gary Mull has earned the... read more.

Darke County Parks… Hike to Health Continues this Summer
The weather is finally warming up, so it is the perfect time to get a free workout in. The Darke County Park District is continuing the successful Hike to Health series with 6 more hikes this summer. We will be hitting some different parks and going back to our favorites from the spring. The first hike in June was held Thursday, June 2nd at 7pm at Coppess Nature Sanctuary. The second hike will be held Saturday, June 11th at 10am at Shawnee Prairie Preserve. Each hike will be at your... read more.

Darke County Volunteer Network to Meet June 9th
The Darke County Volunteer Network invites members of the public to attend its next meeting on Thursday, June 9, at State of the Heart Hospice in Greenville. This month’s meeting will focus on establishing goals for the group, including the development of a formal mission and solicitation of future meeting topic suggestions. The group will meet from noon to 1 p.m., and participants are encouraged to bring a brown bag lunch to enjoy during the session. Anyone who manages... read more.

The Score Board Sports Club - Grovehill - Saturday at 7:00pm - 9:30pm; Sunday at 2:00am. AND SPECIAL GUEST STAR Suzi Oravec from 10 - 2. The Score Board Sports Club, 1137 Sweitzer St., Greenville, OH - Check out some of Grovehill’s videos here at YouTube. They are going to be a rocking good time! Listen to Suzi’s music at http://www.suzioravec.com/. NO COVER CHARGE! Comment from Wave96... This is going to BE AWESOME!

Darke County Visitors Bureau June Events
With summer officially here and the kids out of school, parents are hearing, “I’m bored! There’s nothing to do!” Help is here! The month of June is full of activities for the entire family. Read on to learn about unique events taking place in and around Darke County, Ohio. For more details, click on the blue links below or visit our website at www.visitdarkecounty.org or become a Fan on Facebook... read more.

Open House at the Darke County Animal Shelter
In conjunction with the proclamation of Adopt a Pet month, the Darke Count Animal Shelter will be hosting an Open House. This will be held on Saturday June 18, 2011 from 12 noon to 3 pm. There will be free food, coloring contest for the kids. free basket raffle of kitchenaid accessories donated by Kitchenaid Experience and other activities. Tours of the shelter will also be conducted... read more.

The Score Board Sports Club - Friday at 9:00pm - Saturday at 1:00am - The Score Board Sports Club - 1137 Sweitzer St. - Greenville, Ohio - Live at The Score Board this Friday night “My Three Sons”. It will be a rocking good time. Come out and join us for good food, drinks, and live music!

From HandsOn West Central Ohio… EUM’s Summer Food Service Program
With media reporting both widespread childhood obesity and a lack of nutritious food available to many children, local residents are needed to tackle both of these issues here in Darke County during the upcoming summer months. Help make sure nutritious meals are available to local children this summer by volunteering with EUM Church Outreach Ministries’ summer food service program. The organization needs volunteers to organize, prepare, serve and clean up lunches for local... read more.

Darke County Parks... Early Morning Discovery Hike Report
With highs in the 90s, humidity and mosquitoes to boot, it seems as though summer has arrived! While the above may not be your cup of tea, remember that with these less-desirable traits, summer also brings with it cool mornings and evenings, perfect for hiking! Speaking of hiking... This week’s Early Morning Discovery Hike was a warm one, but we did get nearly 30 species of birds... read more.

Your Pet can be a star
The Darke County Friends of the Shelter will be making 2012 calendars. Enter your Pet's picture for a chance to become a Star in our 2012 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 must be submitted by July 2, 2011. And please don't forget: June is "Adopt a Pet" month at the Shelter. We will be having an open house on June 18th from... read more.

Living History Civil War Encampment
The 1st Louisiana Zouaves / 2nd Ky Cavalry, Artillery Detachment will present a living history encampment on a day in the life of a civil war camp. Located near the Log House at Shawnee Prairie Preserve, they will have demonstrations of Civil War era weapons, flags, clothing and cooking each day. The first Encampment will be held Saturday, June 4th from... read more.

Husted announces Program to Honor Veterans
Initiative to remember those who protect our freedom marks 143rd Anniversary of Memorial Day - COLUMBUS – In an effort to recognize the service of Ohio’s brave veterans, Secretary of State Jon Husted today encouraged Ohioans to participate in the Secretary of State’s Vote in Honor of a Veteran program. The program gives Ohioans an opportunity to publicly share their appreciation for the service... read more.

Dinner with Hoepler at Michael Anthony’s
Michael Anthony’s At the Inn will be hosting Dinner with Hoepler Wines on June 16 from 7 to 10 p.m. The fun filled evening, hosted by Telisa.Filled, will include Hoepler Wines and “all kinds of tasty creations from Chef Mike’s kitchen.” The Hoepler dinner will showcase the wines of Austrian wine maker Christof Höpler, who will be present at the event. Each wine will be paired with a small plate dish made from scratch... read more.

This Weekend at The Score Board Sports Club
There are great events happening every weekend at The Score Board Sports Club right here in Greenville.
Check out The Score Board’s Facebook Page for up to date info and get a $5 coupon toward any game here including pool, darts, Golden Tee 2011 and more! Saturday – UFC 130. The live streaming fight starts at 9:00PM. Table reservations available call 937.548.2117 for details... read more.

Ag. Breakfast Meeting, Thursday, June 2, 2011, 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.) If you have an email address, please jot it down and give it to me at the next meeting, or email our office <dark@osu.edu>. We are sending email notices to save money. Hope to see you there. Our next meeting will be July 7, 2011. Justin S. Petrosino, Extension Educator, Agriculture & Natural Resources.

30th Annual Annie Oakley Golf Tourney set for July 25, 2011
It’s official! Preparations for the 30th Annual Annie Oakley Golf Tournament are underway! Last year 96 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, Ed & Kay Curry, Kent & Lynn James, Ray & Bettye Laughlin, Ray & Jo Lear, John & Diane Swallow, and Warren... read more.

Adams to speak at DCRWC
State Representative Richard N. Adams will be the featured speaker at the June meeting of the Darke County Republican Women’s Club. Adams is serving his second term in the Ohio House of Representatives. He represents the 79th House District, which includes Miami County and portions of Darke County. Representative Adams comes to the Ohio House as a current member of the Unity National... read more.

Presented by the Friends of Bear’s Mill... May/June Artists
Exhibition Dates: May 27 - June 19, Reception: May 27, 6-9 pm - Wine and light appetizers served. Please join us for an enjoyable evening with these talented emerging artists from Darke County! Scott Thayer will be on hand the evening of the reception to discuss his proteges. He will also have work available during the exhibition. Visit Bear’s Mill Hours - April through November... read more.

Hope in Recovery… Extra Care & Understanding
“Hope in Recovery” is a fellowship of men and women who have been affected either directly or indirectly by the abuse of any mood altering chemical or a compulsive behavior. Hope in Recovery offers the extra care, understanding and encouragement necessary to grow beyond the wounds of life’s battles, the difficulties in family relationships, the bondage of addictive habits and behaviors, and the isolation caused by shame. “Meetings are filled with the faith, hope, and love that only... read more.

Darke County Photo Club Holds May Meeting
This month’s theme “Shallow Depth of Field” - On Tuesday, May 17, 2011, the Darke County Photography Club held its May meeting at the Shawnee Prairie Nature Center. The club will hold a fun photo Scavenger Hunt open to the public on Tuesday, August 9, 2011, from 6 – 9 PM. Anyone wanting to participate is to meet at the Shawnee Prairie Nature Center at 6PM to be divided into groups, given the list of... read more.

Darke County Republican Party Annual Golf Scramble
Monday, June 6, 2011 – Greenville Gold Club – We hope that you can join us for a day of golfing fun. If you do not golf, plan to join the golfers for dinner afterwards at the Greenville Golf Club. For details click here. For an entry form click here.

“Building Blocks II” Parenting Class Planned, Diane Barga, Program Assistant, OSU Extension
OSU Extension, Darke County, has scheduled a “Building Blocks II” parenting series. The classes will be held July 6 and 13, 2011, 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 classes are for parents who wish to develop better parenting skill or parenting techniques for children ages 7-13... read more.

Memorial Day closing - Community Action Partnership of Greater Dayton/Darke County will be closed Monday, May 30, in honor of Memorial Day. This includes the Senior Meals Program and Metropolitan Housing Authority. Regular hours will resume Tuesday, May 31. Transportation service available - CAP Community Transportation will be in operation for those who need service through the JARC program on Memorial Day, Mon., May 30, 2011. Reservations should be made by Fri., May 27 for transportation by calling 547-9129.

Darke County Parks... Early Morning Discovery Hike Report
Brrr... this week’s hike was a “balmy” 45° with misty drizzle and fog to boot... gotta love Ohio! Even with the slightly uncomfortable weather, we headed out on the trails to see what had happened over the last week, and boy did it fill in out there! The trees have really thickened up the cover in the past week, many of the early wildflowers are already going to seed and the early summer wildflowers have... read more.

Write about your favorite Senior Citizen
Seventh and eighth graders… there’s still time to tell a story about your favorite senior citizen, and maybe win $100 dollars! This prize will be awarded for the top entry in each grade level. Due to the number of activities students are involved in, and the limited time they have this time of the year, Gade Health Care Center has decided to extend the deadline for entries one... read more.

Darke County Steam Threshers Annual Reunion
Thursday June 30th – Sunday July 3rd - The Darke County Steam Threshers association Inc. is a club that is dedicated to the preservation of antique agricultural equipment. Each year at our annual reunion we strive to give guests a glimpse of what rural life was like in the days of the past. At our annual reunion you can see displays of antique full size steam engines, scale steam engines, tractors, and stationary... read more.

American Red Cross Reaches out to Community Volunteers
Darke County, OH May 11, 2011 One of the most crucial jobs done during times of disaster, is sheltering and the American Red Cross is responsible for responding immediately to shelter residents who need a safe place to sleep, stay warm and eat. Using locally trained volunteers from across the country, it generates a small “world upon itself” capable of feeding, sleeping, medical treatment, mental health counseling and casework to begin the recovery process... read more.

Edison to Offer Free Summer Math Class
Edison Community College will be offering a free summer math class to help meet the needs of aspiring college students and those looking to improve on their skills. The self-paced, computer-based class will launch on June 20 and run until August 11. Attendees will have the possibility of placing into college-level math at the end of the summer. There are no costs associated with the class, and no textbook purchase required... read more.

Darke County Red Cross… Annual Meeting and Awards Dinner, Invitation Extended
Darke County, OH 45331 May 11, 2011 The Board of Directors of the Darke County Chapter of the American Red Cross would like to invite the Darke County community to attend their Volunteer Celebration and Annual Meeting! On May 19th beginning at 6:00 pm volunteers, community & business partners, donors and awardees will be dining at the Greenville County Club and sharing how our local Red Cross has changed lives, right here in Darke County... read more.

Cancer Association’s Announces its 6th Annual National Cancer Survivor’s Day 5K
National Cancer Survivors Day is fast approaching. On Saturday, June 4th at 8:30am, Darke County will be joining communities around the world in a celebration of life. The Cancer Association of Darke County is sponsoring its 6th annual Survivor’s Day 5K. This event will take place in the Greenville City Park, at Shelter #3. You can register by calling the Cancer Association... read more.

Darke County Parks Hike Events... Early Morning Discovery Hike Report
We finally had a hike without rain! As we enjoyed that glowing ball of energy called the sun, we spotted several varieties of birds and wildflowers along the trails of Shawnee Prairie. Some of the creek-side trails are still slightly flooded, so we skipped those and headed into the woods instead. As we walked along, we were serenaded by the flute-like melody of the Wood Thrush... read more.

Business Law Forum 2011
Find out what you don't know before it is too late! - Small to mid-sized companies do not have the resources of large business - Learn things in areas of the law affecting your business that will surprise you! Friday, May 13, 2011... read more.

The Gathering at Garst Will Feature Good Food
The new summer event planned for July 30 and 31, 2011 at Garst Museum in Greenville, Ohio is quickly taking shape. The Gathering at Garst: A Garden of Antiques and Art, will feature vendors in the following categories; artists, antique vendors, skilled historical craftsmen, primitive folk- artists, garden exhibitors, farmers market and specialty vendors, and food vendors... read more.

Send your kids to Camp SWONEKY!
All Darke County children, 6 to 12 years of age, are invited to attend Camp SWONEKY in Oregonia, Ohio, July 21-27. Camp fee is $20.00 per child, and each child must have a physical. Applications are available at Community Action Partnership, 1469 Sweitzer St., Greenville. Activities include the playgrounds, a jumping pillow, swimming pool, lake for boating and fishing... read more.

Used Book Sale for Greenville Library
Several thousand books, hard back, paperback, fiction and non fiction, plus some videos and DVDs are again available at the Friends of the Greenville Public Library’s Annual Used Book Sale, Friday, May 27 and Saturday, May 28 at the P.A.W.S. Bingo Hall on East Martin Street in Greenville. This is a great opportunity to stock up on summer reading and reading to last through next winter. Besides the many novels... read more.

Horseshoe Pitching Pro Tour Coming to Greenville
GREENVILLE – The Horseshoe Pitching Professional Tour, which is made up of the elite players in the sport will be making a stop on its 2011 schedule in Greenville, Ohio. Greenville, known as the “Horseshoe Pitching Capital of the World” will host the 50th anniversary of the Ringer Classic on the 4th of July weekend, and is proud to announce the inclusion of the HP Pro Tour in the festivities... read more.

Plan to Attend the Darke County Photo Club’s May Meeting
Do you enjoy taking pictures and making new friends? If so, plan on joining the Darke County Photography Club for the May meeting on Tuesday, May 17, 2011, at 7:00PM at the Shawnee Prairie Nature Center, 4267 State Route 502, Greenville, Ohio. You can bring one photograph that best represents the theme “Shallow Depth of Field” to share at our monthly feedback session. Club member Kathy Quinn... read more.

Darke County Parks... Intro to Kayaking
Have you always wanted to learn to kayak? Well now is your chance! Saturday, May 21 at 2pm, the Darke County Parks is offering an introduction to the kayak. Whether you have never been in a kayak or you are just looking to refresh old skills, this program is for you. Join us as we teach you the basic paddle strokes of a kayak at a local pond. After you learn the basic skills... read more.

U.S. Congressman John Boehner... Open Door Schedule
Open Door gives 8th District residents the opportunity to meet face-to-face with a member of my congressional staff to discuss problems or opinions they have with regard to the federal government. This week in Darke County: 12:00 PM - Darke County Senior Citizen Center (1469 Sweitzer Street); 1:30 PM - Arcanum Village Offices (104 West South Street). Monthly Open Door sessions are held at the following times... read more.

Upcoming Events for United Way
We have two exciting events coming up for Darke County United Way. Runway & Rhythm is on Friday, May 13th at Montage with hors d’oeurves, beer and wine selections, fashion show by Youniques, auction/raffle items, and music by Don Lockhart. Tickets are $20 each for the event which includes 2 drinks as well as the above mentioned items. See the attached flyer for more information and email me if you would like any tickets. Tickets are limited so let us know asap... read more.

Wildflowers of Routzong
There is no place like Routzong in the spring! The rich, moist soil of this woods is blanketed with wildflowers, the bird song lifts the soul and the potent earthy smell fills your head. Join us Saturday, May 14 at 2pm as we take a stroll through this magical forest in search of the year’s finest woodland wildflowers. We’ll discover Dutchman’s Breeches, Trilliums, Bluebells and many more! Meet... read more.

Is It Impossible to be Gay and Christian?
This third session on homosexuality and the Church will happen May 9, 7 P.M. at First United Methodist Church. We will continue our discussion of the role of Scripture. We will study what it says and what it doesn’t say. This will be the end of this series, but not the end of the discussion. Going forward, we will continue to seek God’s will and desire for our lives and for First Church. This conversation is open to the public. Greenville First United Methodist Church is located on the corner of 4th and Sycamore St., across from the library.

Darke County Parks... Early Morning Discovery Hike Report
Due to the heavy rains and cooler temperatures, this morning’s hike looked to be rather dull, but were we surprised! WARBLERS! We had many species of warblers and with only a couple of hikers, there were bound to be a few that sneaked past our binoculars! With only time for a short hike this morning, we set off into the woods of Shawnee Prairie. We had a lot of activity and within... read more.

Want to discover if Disaster Volunteering is for you?
Darke County American Red Cross offers Disaster Services Overview Class Monday, May 9, 2011 - Darke County, OH May 4, 2011 The American Red Cross is helping thousands of people recover from tornadoes, flooding and wildfires that have wreaked havoc across a large part of the United States. Almost 900 people sought refuge last Monday night in Red Cross... read more.

Mother’s Day at Bears Mill
Shop Bear’s Mill for your Mother’s Day Gifts this year! Not only do we offer some of the most unusual gifts in the region, when you make a purchase at Bear’s Mill you are contributing to a nonprofit whose mission is to keep the mill open to the public for education and touring, as well as helping to protect a valuable piece of your local history. Start a new tradition within your family and pass... read more.

Senior Scribes to hold Spring Fling, By Lyn Bliss, Senior Scribe
“We’ve had such great attendance the past two years that we hope to really break records this year with our ‘50s/’60s theme.” stated Karen Baker, chairlady of the Senior Scribe’s Spring Fling event. The Fling will be held from 6-10 p.m. on May 21, at the Lighthouse Christian Center, 5256 Sebring-Warner Road, Greenville. There will be food, dancing... read more.

Garst Museum celebrates National Preservation Month
May is National Preservation Month. Sponsored by the National Trust for Historic Preservation, the theme this year is “Celebrating America’s Treasures.” At the local level, Darke County will be joining communities across the country commemorating their own unique heritage. Darke County’s “Celebrating Our Local Treasures” includes events throughout the month and offers the community... read more.

Eagles Independence Day doubles your pleasure
Fireworks and live music, including the popular “Classified,” highlight the event - The Greenville Eagles Annual Independence Day Celebration kicks off a two-day event this year, with live music and dancing, food and events Saturday and Sunday (July 2 & 3), followed by what many described last year as an “awesome” fireworks display Sunday at dusk... read more.

Writing Contest: The impact of a Senior Citizen
Seventh and eighth graders… do you have a story about a senior citizen who made a difference in your life? Want to write about it? Gade Health Care Center is announcing its second annual contest for young people. It wants to honor senior citizens through the voices of our youth. It can be a grandparent or any other senior who had an impact on your life. Or maybe it is an eventful story about a... read more.

Come Bet Against Cancer at the Cancer Association’s Monte Carlo Night!!
The Cancer Association of Darke County’s annual Monte Carlo is on Saturday, May 7th at the Greenville VFW – from 6:00pm to 10:00pm. This year’s Monte Carlo will feature slot machines, the big wheel, black jack and poker tables, a cake walk, the not-so-silent auction, and up/down dice game. The low price of $10.00 per person includes $10,000 in play money, dinner, and chances to win some fabulous prizes. There will be a cash bar available. The evening will begin... read more.

Boehner Tours Businesses; Open Door
Encouraging Private Sector Job Growth In The Eighth District; Open Door Darke County: Tuesday, See link for times: Union City Village Offices; Darke County Administrative Building; Bradford Municipal Building. On Monday, I visited three small businesses to discuss how government can help encourage private sector job growth in the Eighth District. With stops in Hamilton, Greenville, and Coldwater, each company had their own unique suggestions and concerns for what they would... read more.

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