Events in Darke County Ohio

Audio-essay Competition for grades 9-12
Scholarships to be awarded for 2014-2015 contest - The VFW Voice of Democracy contest provides students in grades 9-12 the opportunity to explore democratic ideals and principles through audio essays. The national winner will receive the $30,000 T.C. Selman Memorial Scholarship Award paid directly to the recipient’s American university, college or vocational/technical school. Other national scholarships range from $1,000-$16,000, and... read more

VFW Now Accepting Entries for Youth Scholarship Competitions
Open to grades 6-8 - Each year more than 100,000 students in grades 6-8 enter the VFW’s Patriot’s Pen youth essay contest. The first-place winner from each state competes to win one of 46 national awards totaling $46,000. The national first-place winner wins $5,000 and an all-expense-paid trip to Washington, D.C., in March. The essay contest encourages young minds to examine America’s history, along with their own experiences in modern... read more

MVCTC Education Foundation 5K Run/Walk Fundraiser Scheduled
All proceeds go to help MVCTC Students - Clayton, Ohio - The Miami Valley Career Technology Center (MVCTC) Education Foundation will be holding the 7th Annual MVCTC "Pi Miler" - 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, September 27, 2014 at 10 a.m. on the MVCTC Campus at 6800 Hoke Road, Clayton, Ohio. All proceeds from this event will go to the MVCTC Education Foundation and are used for MVCTC student scholarships and student assistance... read more

Low-Price Grocery Leader ALDI Brings New Jobs to Greenville
Local Hiring Event on Sep. 9 Open to the Public - Greenville, Ohio – Aug. 26, 2014 – Known for offering wages significantly higher than the industry standard, ALDI, the nation’s low-price grocery leader*, will host a hiring event for its Greenville store on Tuesday, Sep. 9. Opportunities within ALDI include Store Associate and Shift Manager positions. What: ALDI hiring event for its store in Greenville, Ohio. Who: ALDI representatives, Local residents... read more

Edison Community College collecting goods for troops
In honor of the upcoming 9/11 National Day of Service, Edison Community College is hosting a care package drive for troops through September 14. Those interested in helping to support the troops with non-perishable foods, toiletries, and books are asked to deliver goods to designated barrels around the Piqua Campus. Donations can also be dropped off at the Miami Valley Centre Mall and Kroger in Piqua. AmeriCorps volunteers have made this initiative possible.

Ag. Breakfast Meeting
Ag. Breakfast Meeting, Thursday, September 4, 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.) For your calendar: the following month’s meeting will be October 2, 2014. Sam Custer, Extension Educator, Agriculture & Natural Resources

Watercolors and Wood Sculptures on display at Bear’s Mill
Wood sculptures by Richmond, Indiana resident Tom Bartel will be displayed alongside the watercolors of Peter Frederick at historic Bear's Mill during the month of September. The monthly “Art at the Mill” series features the work of an artist who creates three-dimensional pieces alongside complementary two dimensional fine art. The Bartel/Frederick exhibit... read more

Blood drives come during 50th anniversary month
September Blood Donations - DAYTON & Darke County, Ohio – Darke County will have several community, company, and school blood drives in September. The blood drive comes during the month when Community Blood Center (CBC) will celebrate its 50th anniversary as the region’s first blood bank. Everyone who registers to donate will receive a special edition... read more

Vintage Red Cross Posters on Display First Friday
You are invited to the first Darke County public showing of the rare Vintage American Red Cross Poster Art. During the Main Street Greenville’s “First Friday ” event, September 5, the display will be open to the public from 6 – 8 PM to view this special exhibit in the Anna Bier Gallery of Memorial Hall. The Darke County Red Cross, a long-time downtown resident until a move... read more

Meeting of Darke County Volunteer Network
The Darke County Volunteer Network will meet on September 2nd at noon at the State of the Heart Hospice building, 1350 North Broadway in Greenville. All area volunteer administrators are invited to attend. This group is free and we encourage anyone that manages volunteers to join. The meetings are a great way to network, share ideas, discuss and advance new volunteering techniques and learn from guest speakers... read more

First Congregation Christian Church BBQ chicken fundraiser
First Congregational Christian Church, 115 West Fifth St., is excited to announce their BBQ Chicken Dinner Fundraiser in conjunction with a non-traditional time of worship at J&J Enterprises Party Facility! Located at 3875 St. Rt. 502, Greenville, worship begins at 10:30am on Sunday, Sept. 14 and also includes the Awana year kick-off. Chicken dinner tickets must be purchased in advance at FCCC or from any member of the church. It is suggested to call ahead at 548-3575 to make sure... read more

Prairie Meander
Join a Darke County Parks’ Naturalist on Monday, September 8th at 7:00pm for a relaxing hike through the “back 40” prairie. These grassland ecosystems don’t stretch for miles as they once did so don’t miss this opportunity to “wander” through and see what flowers are in bloom, what birds are active and what butterflies are feeding. Bring your camera and/or binoculars as there is always something exciting to experience. Meet at the... read more

Faber to Hold District Office Hours
COLUMBUS – State Senator Keith Faber (R-Celina) will hold open office hours at several locations throughout the district on Thursday, September 4 and Friday, September 5, 2014. Senator Faber represents the 12th Ohio Senate District which encompasses all of Allen, Champaign, Mercer and Shelby counties as well as portions of Auglaize, Darke and Logan counties. He currently serves as President of the Senate... read more

GHS grad Trent Fasnacht to appear on DYI network
A new series on DYI network will premier GHS grad Trent Fasnacht. The program, called American Rehab, will air at 11 p.m. Aug. 28. Fasnacht is a general contractor who has remodeled his 100 plus year old Victorian home in Summerville, SC, near Charleston. Be sure to check it out. You might also want to check out his blog "Blood, Sweat and Pigs Ears."

PBS sensation kicks off DCCA season
Annie Moses Band brings "Rhapsody In Bluegrass" to St. Clair Memorial Hall - Saturday, September 13th at 8 p.m., the critically acclaimed Annie Moses Band will perform Rhapsody In Bluegrass: The Art of American Music at St. Clair Memorial Hall in Greenville, OH, to open the Darke County Center for the Arts 2014-2015 Roots & Wings season. Written and... read more

Nature Center’s Kids Programs
Hey Parents! The kids are back to school and the Darke County Parks has plenty to offer to add to their education. We have several monthly programs available that your child will join a Naturalist for some hands-on learning about the natural world all around them! Programs are available for 2 year olds up to 6th graders! For those children ages 2-5, we... read more

GHS Vocal Music Boosters invite parents to attend meeting
GREENVILLE - The Greenville High School Vocal Music Boosters invite all parents of students in the high school vocal music program to attend their first meeting of the new school year. Meeting will take place on Tuesday, September 2 at 7:00 pm in the Choir Room at Greenville High School.

MVCTC Adult Education Open Houses Scheduled
Clayton, Ohio – Learn more about Miami Valley Career Technology Center (MVCTC) training available to fill current job openings, by attending one of the upcoming Adult Education Open Houses. Open Houses are scheduled for Thursday, September 16 and Thursday, October 16, from 6-8 p.m. both days. There will be two sessions each night starting at 6 p.m. with Adult Education staff sharing current program information and a campus tour offered at 6:30 pm. The second session starts at 7 p.m. with... read more

Friend Sunday
Kick off your fall the right way… with FRIENDS! First Presbyterian Church would like to invite you to Church on Sunday, September 7, 2014 for “Friend Sunday”. This is also our “Fall Kick-Off”, when Sunday School starts back up at 9:30 a.m. and Worship returns to 10:30 a.m. Following Worship that morning, we will be serving FREE hot dogs and hamburgers fresh off the grill with lettuce salads, potato chips and cookies. Join us at 114 East Fourth Street, Greenville, Ohio... read more

First Friday Tailgating
Join First Presbyterian Church, (114 East Fourth Street, Greenville), for another Tailgating Party during Main Street Greenville’s First Friday event on September 5, 2014 from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Free parking and Ice Cream to go with all the “fixins” will be available outside the church. Tables and chairs will also be available for anyone that wishes to rest or stop and enjoy some socializing while listening to Christian music. The Theatre... read more

Edison Stagelight Players hold open auditions
The Edison Community College Stagelight Players are holding open auditions for Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein, on Tuesday, September 2 and Wednesday, September 3 at 7:00 p.m. in the Robinson Theater at Edison’s Piqua Campus. Frankenstein is the popular tale of a grotesque creature, created by an eccentric scientist, and the havoc it wreaks on a small Russian town in the late 18th century. Auditions will last approximately two hours and consist of cold readings from the script. Production dates will run from October 24 through November 2. For more information contact Matt Beisner at mbeisner@edisonohio.edu

Offices closed for Labor Day
County and other government offices will be closed Monday, Sept. 1, for the Labor Day holiday.

Autism support group to meet
ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder) in the Darke will meet in the third floor Community Room of Greenville Public Library on Wednesday, Aug. 27, at 6 p.m. Light refreshments will be served. This group was created by local mothers in response to the lack of a support system for Autism Spectrum Disorder in Darke County. The hope is that the group can be a resource and support group for other parents, caregivers and loved ones of those who have been diagnosed as being on the autism spectrum... read more

Lego Event at the Library
When it comes to Legos, everything is awesome! Join Julie and Reuben at the Greenville Public Library for Lego snacks, games, activities, and prizes on Saturday September 6th at 1:00 p.m. Then head up to the third floor to watch “The Lego Movie” on our big screen TV. Families and children are invited to join in on the festivities. This will be a great program for anyone who enjoyed our previous Dr. Seuss and Super Hero Events... read more

Dear Darke County Parks Volunteer(s),
I am sending this email to you as we are still in need of lots of volunteer assistance for our Prairie Days Festival. Please take a couple moments and review the attach volunteer sign-up sheet with various the volunteer opportunities, along with the shift times for the weekend. Please review the opportunities and the brief descriptions (on the back) of each opportunity and let me know what you would like to be involved with for Prairie Days. If you would like to assist, but none of these work, please let me know... read more

Friends of Darke County Parks Members and Volunteers... Polo Shirts
We are planning on placing another order for polo Shirts for the Gift Shop and were wondering if you would like to purchase a polo shirt with an embroidered Friend of the Park logo on it. This could be worn to meetings and other Park programs you assist with. The Park District will be placing an order with Caviler Clothing and would need all orders to be turned into the office by Wednesday, August 27th at 5PM. If you would like a polo shirt or two, please visit the links below as... read more

Tire Recycling Day Near
Tired of looking at those old tires lying around? Not only are they an eyesore, they can be dangerous. The Darke County Solid Waste District wants to help you with your tire problem. The district will be sponsoring a used tire collection on Thursday, September 25, 2014, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. In addition to tires to being an eyesore, they are a nuisance to rural citizens who find them in their ditches, out in the fields and wooded areas. Used tires make the perfect breeding ground for... read more

Raptor Ambassador Open House
Visit with our Raptor Ambassadors! We’re opening the raptor mew (enclosure for raptors) to the public on Saturday, September 6th from 1:00pm-3:00pm to allow Greta the Great Horned Owl and Joseph the Red-tailed Hawk to show off their homes. Staff and Volunteers will be present to answer questions and of course you’ll get a great look at Greta and Joseph! This program is open to the public, but we ask that all visitors remain calm and... read more

2014 Fairboard Election Names
Four persons are to be elected to the Darke County Fair Board. The contestants are: Richard Delk, Ed Erisman, Russell W. Bennett, Velma Campbell, Apollo Perez and Cindy Riffle

DCCA announces annual meeting
The Darke County Center for the Arts will hold its annual meeting on Thursday, September 4, 2014, at 7:00 p.m. in the Community Meeting Room on the third floor of the Greenville Public Library, 126 W. Fourth Street, Greenville. All DCCA members are invited to attend. The agenda includes election of officers and trustees and reports from the last fiscal year. Immediately following the annual meeting, the board of trustees will convene for their regular monthly meeting... read more

DCCA fair special
Annie Moses Band Tickets $20, August 15-23. Performance is Saturday, September 13 at 8 PM. They are five Juilliard-trained musicians from the same family tree with a sound all their own. They call it chamber pop - a spicy blend of classical, jazz, pop and country. Siblings Annie, Alex, Benjamin, Camille and Jeremiah are joined by their parents Robin and Bill Wolaver on vocals and... read more

Friends of the Parks Basket Raffle
The Friends of the Darke County Park District will once again run their annual basket raffle this summer and culminate at Prairie Days in September. Local clubs donated baskets full of goodies to raise money for the Friends of the Parks. Baskets include one from the Darke County Birders, containing bird seed, a bird feeder, bird house, field guide and much more. The Darke County... read more

Flint Knapping
Join the Darke County Parks on Thursday, September 4th at 6:30pm for a program about the technical and artful skill of transforming pieces of specialized rock into useful tools, producing knives, spear points, scrapers and many other interesting materials. Bill Light will demonstrate this useful art form using ancient techniques and more modern ones. Various types of rocks (chert, flint, etc.) will... read more

Stop by the Darke County Visitors Bureau booth at the fair
GREENVILLE, OH – Folks are gearing up for The GREAT! Darke County Fair and the Darke County Visitors Bureau is no exception. The Visitors Bureau will have a large booth located in the center of the Coliseum during this the 158th celebration of The GREAT! Darke County Fair. Visitors as well as locals are invited to stop by to learn about the attractions, events, history, restaurants and accommodations found in our community. Maps and brochures from local businesses as well as the award-winning... read more

Coffee with the Commissioner at the Fair
Commissioner Mike Stegall will be having his “Coffee with the Commissioner” meeting a little differently this month. August is always a busy time for people with vacations, getting ready for school, and of course the Great Darke County Fair. Since most of Darke County shows up at the fair at one time or another, Commissioner Stegall has decided to have his meetings at the fairgrounds. Commissioner Stegall will be working at the Republican tent on... read more

Midmark Welcomes Harvey Alston to Versailles
Sponsored by Midmark’s Wellness Committee - proceeds go to Dylan Williams Forever an All-Star Foundation - DAYTON, Ohio, August 7, 2014 — The Midmark Corporation Wellness Committee, Feel the Heat, is hosting an event on Thursday, August 14 featuring speaker Harvey Alston. The event will take place from 6:30 – 7:30 pm at the Versailles Performing Arts Center. Tickets are $3.00 each and are available at The Inn at Versailles... read more

Business and Industry Center to offer free Six Sigma session
The Business and Industry Center at Edison Community College is offering a free executive overview of Lean/Six Sigma on Wednesday, August 13th. The event, which includes breakfast, will be held from 8–10 a.m. in room 504 of the Emerson Center at the Piqua campus. Providing participants with a deeper exploration of Lean and Six Sigma, the session will cover techniques and tools used to reduce waste, improve quality, generate higher efficiencies... read more

Mosquito Spraying in City of Greenville
The city of Greenville will spray for mosquitos on Tuesday, August 12,2014 at 9:00pm, south of the Greenville Creek and Wednesday, August 13,2014 at 9:00pm, north of the Greenville Creek. Weather permitting. Any questions, please contact the street department at 937 548-2215.

Rogers to speak Aug. 10 at First Presbyterian
Need inspiration? Mark your calendars for August 10th when Robert Rogers will inspire his listeners with God’s intervention in his life after the tragic loss of his family. An accomplished worship leader, pianists, songwriter and author, Rogers tells how tragedy took his family but could not take his faith. From his experiences, he shares with others how to live a life with no regrets. On Sunday, August 10, join the congregation of First Presbyterian Church... read more

GTS Fair Shuttle
Greenville Transit System will be offering Park & Ride Service weekdays from 5pm to 11pm and the first weekend 11am to 11pm. The shuttle will run from the Martz Street gate (gate 3) to two locations on a continuous basis. The locations offer free parking. Drop off and pick up points are: Greenville Municipal Building – 100 Public Square; Darke County Job & Family... read more

Visit the Council House
Join the Darke County Park District for the special chance to visit the Anthony Wayne Peace Council House, located at Prairie Ridge Meadow on Wilson Avenue. The Council House will be open for visitors on Saturday, August 16th from 1:00pm-3:00pm. We’ll discover why Anthony Wayne built the house and what purpose it served in the creation of the Treaty of Greene Ville. While inside the Council House, we’ll discuss many... read more

Deadline Extended to Aug. 8… "A Magical Kingdom Comes to Life"
2014 Little Miss & Little Mr Darke County Fair Pageant Monday, August 18, 2014 - Child must be between 3-5 years of age by August 18, 2014 and a resident of Darke County. There is a $15 non-refundable entry fee. Please have your child in the youth building, located behind the gazebo of the fairgrounds, at least 1/2 hour before starting time. The Boys will begin at 5:30 and the Girls will... read more

Sights and Sounds of a Summer Evening
Join a Naturalist for a hike enjoying the sights and sounds of a summer evening at Routzong Preserve (located on Routzong Road, just off 571-East). This hike will occur on Monday, August 11th at 7:00pm and is FREE. Routzong has many fascinating habitats to explore, be it prairie, woodland or stream. We’ll enjoy a quiet walk as we watch the natural world transition from the heat of the day to cooling evening. Dress for the weather and meet at Routzong. For more information call the Nature Center at... read more

"Building Blocks II" parenting class planned
OSU Extension, Darke County, has scheduled a “Building Blocks II” parenting series. The classes will be held September 22 and 29, 2014, 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 years. This will be 2 classes focusing on parent... read more

Darke County Parks… August Volunteer Opportunities
Please review the list below and let me know what you would like to be involved with. Please contact the office or let me know if you can help with any of the following tasks. Friday, August 8th Eco-Tours 7:30AM-5:30PM Fee $25.00. Join us for a trip south to the Cincinnati Nature Center, we’ll will travel to Rowe Woods explore the Nature Center & take some time to hike some trails. For more information please see the Nature Notes and call to reserve your spot. Friday, August 8th Task Force- 8AM - Join us... read more

Vintage Red Cross Poster Art on Display in September
Mark your calendars so you won’t miss the rare and unique collection of historic Red Cross posters from the early 1900s which will be on display in Darke County. “A Reflection of Life”, these magnificent and colorful posters depict the American Red Cross disaster relief, armed forces and fundraising efforts during and following World War I. One of the posters on display is possibly one of the most important in the American Red Cross history, “The... read more

Midmark Feel the HEAT for a Cause 5K Run/Walk
DAYTON, Ohio, August 1, 2014 — The Midmark Feel the HEAT committee is hosting its first annual Feel the HEAT for a Cause 5K run, walk and one-mile fun run. The 2014 event will be in support of the Dylan Williams Forever and All-Star Foundation and the foundation’s mission of bringing awareness of youth sport safety and the value of placing life-saving defibrillators (AEDs) at youth sport fields. The run will be held Saturday, August 30... read more

Blood donations in August in Darke County
DAYTON & Darke County, Ohio – A new era in patient care began Sept. 14, 1964 when Community Blood Center (CBC) opened the doors of the region’s first central blood bank. CBC is celebrating its golden anniversary with the special edition “Celebrating 50 Years of Saving Lives” t-shirt. Donors are encouraged to schedule an appointment at www.DonorTime.com or contact CBC Darke County Account Representative Dana Puterbaugh... read more

Summer Floating
Join the Darke County Parks as we launch our boats into the calming waters of Lake Loramie State Park on Saturday, August 9th. We’ll meet at the Nature Center at 9:00 am (4267 State Route 502 West) and then carpool to our put-in location. As we float through the islands of the Lake, we’ll enjoy wildlife and flowering plants. Please be sure to dress to get wet, bring... read more

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