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What’s Happening in Darke County
Friday, March 30th – Thursday, April 5th Event information has been pulled from local news/media sources and is subject to change – please contact
event host prior to attending DATE EVENT / LOCATION INFO TIME COST
Fri., March 30 Good Friday
Take a Walk in the Park Day
All County offices will be closing at 12 p.m. today for Good Friday * Greenville Public Library CLOSED all day KitchenAid Experience Cooking Class,
423 S. Broadway, Greenville Class occurs every Wed., Fri., and Sat. 10:30-11:00 am
Free
Spring “Books are Fun” Wayne
Hospital Auxiliary, Wayne Healthcare Main Lobby
Come check out the wide variety of books available through this sale and help the
auxiliary help support the hospital.
10;00 – 5:00 pm Books for sale
JC’s Coffee House – Lighthouse Christian Center Complex
JC’s Coffee House will be featuring live music For more information call
Janice (937) 417-5926
7:00–9:00 pm
Event Free (snacks
available for sale)
Sat., March 31 National Clam on the Half
Shell & World Backup Day
Grief Share – Greenville Public Library
Grief share is a friendly, caring group of people who will walk alongside you through one of
life’s most difficult experiences.
10:00–12:00 am
Free
15th Annual Ansonia Community Eggstravaganza – Ansonia FFA
Greenhouse behind Ansonia School
Bring your own baskets and plan to fill them as we have close to 5,000 eggs to find! Egg hunts for infants through age 11 will begin at 1:30 pm
For additional information check out the Ansonia FFA Greenhouse Facebook page.
9:00 – 3:00 pm Free
Egg Hunt -Faith United Methodist Church, Ivester Park Arcanum
The hunt will be in Ivester Park. They plan to hold the hunt rain or shine. Children should bring Easter baskets to collect their eggs. If
you have any questions please call 692-8934 (office hours 9:00 to noon) Public welcome.
1:00 pm Free
F.O.N.D – Family Outdoor Nature Discovery, Shawnee Prairie
Darke County Parks are proud to offer this opportunity for families to engage in
unstructured and purposeful outdoor play in our parks. All activities take place at the Shawnee
Nature Center.
1:00-2:00 Free
KitchenAid Experience Cooking Class, 423 S. Broadway, Greenville
Class occurs every Wed., Fri., and Sat. 10:30-11:00 am Free
Sun., April 1 Easter Sunday April Fool’s Day
BINGO – Greenville VFW, 219 North Ohio St.
Open to the public, call 548-4004 for additional
information
Doors open 11:00 am
Begins at 1:00 pm
Cost for bingo cards
All-You-Can-Eat Breakfast, The American Legion Post 140,325 N Ohio
St.
All- you-can-eat breakfast, each Sunday beginning Oct 1st thru the end of April 2018 The menu includes bacon, sausage, fried potatoes, scrambled eggs, eggs cooked to
order, omelets, biscuits, sausage gravy, pancakes, French toast, juices and coffee.
8:00–12:00 pm
$8.00
Mon., April 2 Children’s Book Day
Senior Dance, VFW 219 North Ohio Street, Greenville
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
Every Monday; Music by J Bob’s Beats, food and soft drinks available for purchase;
Contact Lynn Newbauer at 621-2546 for more info
1:00-4:00 pm
$3.00 for singles/$5.00 for couples
GHS Walking Program – GHS High School
The public is invited to walk at the high school from 6 to 8 p.m. Mondays through
Thursdays beginning Monday, Nov. 6, and continuing through March 29, 2018. There will be no walking during Christmas break.
6:00–8:00 pm Mon - Thurs.
Free
Memory Lanes Seniors Dance – Eagles, 113 East 3rd St.
Every Monday – Music by Tom Everhart For more information call 547-1905
1:00-4:00 pm Admission $3.00
Tues., April 3 World Party Day
Knitter’s Club, 520 Sycamore Street, Greenville Public Library
Join us to create, converse and connect; new members welcome; group meets every 1st and
3rd Tuesday of the month http://www.greenville-
publiclibrary.org/Events.html
2:00-4:00 pm
Free
Lego’s Club – New Madison Public Library
Every fourth Tuesday of the month, ages 5+ and up
3:00–4:00 pm
Free
Project Feeder Watch – Shawnee Prairie Preserve
This is a unique citizen science program organized by Cornell University, which studies winter bird populations – no matter your birding level, beginner, or expert they need your help.
For more information, please call (937) 548-0165
Every Tuesday 9:00–11:00 am
Free
Wed., April 4 School Librarian Day
Bingo, Brookdale – 1401 North Broadway, Greenville
Occurs every Wednesday
10:00-10:30 am Free
Next Chapter Book Club – Union City McDonald’s
Meets every Wednesday, if interested in joining contact, Sue Huston, Darke DD 459-4629
1:00-2:00
Free
KitchenAid Experience Cooking Class, 423 S. Broadway, Greenville
Class occurs every Wed., Fri., and Sat.
10:30–11:00 am Free
Job Readiness – OhioMeansJob, 603 Wagner Ave.
Topics Covered: Resume Building, Interviewing, Budgeting, Employee
Expectations, and OhioMeansJob, For more information call 548-4132, option 6
9:00 am
Free
Project Feeder Watch – Shawnee Prairie Preserve
This is a unique citizen science program organized by Cornell University, which studies winter bird populations – no matter your birding level, beginner, or expert they need your help.
For more information, please call (937) 548-0165
Every Wednesday 3:00–5:00 pm
Free
Greenville Library’s Wellness Program “Lunch & Learn” – Greenville Public
Library
Featuring Jordan Francis, Wellness Director from Wayne HealthCare speaking on a variety of health and wellness related topics. The cost
$5.00 and will include a healthy half wrap or sandwich and soup as well as a fresh fruit and
beverage. To register for the event call 937-548-3915
12:00 pm
Boxed Lunch $5.00
Bingo, Rest Haven – 1096 North Ohio Street, Greenville
Occurs every Wednesday 2:30-3:00 pm Free
Thur., April 5 National Dandelion Day
Make
it a Great Day!
Notes:
Check out this website HTTPS://WWW.AUTISMSPEAKS.ORG/WHAT-AUTISM/WORLD-AUTISM-AWARENESS-DAY
Fish Choice Pantry’s free help with tax filing – They are providing free tax completion services to the Darke County community by appointment, by providing weekday, evening and Saturday appointments. Residents interested in making an appointment to have their taxes filed through the OBB can call 937-547-9730. Community members interested in volunteering as OBB counselors are welcome to call Kristy or Laura at 937-547-9730 for more information. Peacefully Parenting from OSU Extension Darke County – OSU has scheduled parenting series, “Peacefully Parenting.” The classes will be held April 9, 17 and 24, at the OSU Extension Learning Center, 603 Wagner Ave., Greenville. The class times are from 6-8 pm there is no fee for this class. This is an adult only series. The Peacefully Parenting classes are for parents who wish to develop better parenting skills or parenting techniques for children ages 0-17 years. To register or for further information, please call OSU Extension at (937) 548-5215 or email Diane Barga at [email protected]. Registration
needs to be completed by April 4. Stagelight Players will present Robin Hood by Scott Crain and directed by Emily Beisner. The performances will be held April 6-15 in Robinson Theater at Edison State Community College’s Piqua Campus. Performances will be held April 6, 7, 13, 14 at 7:30 p.m. each night. Matinee performances will be held on April 8 and 15 at 3:00 p.m. Tickets are $7 for adults, $5 for students and $3 for seniors and are available for purchase with cash at the door. For more information, call (937) 778-8600. Living with MS Group – The Darke County Living with MS Group is meeting every fourth Tuesday at the Brethren Retirement Community in the private dining room from 7:00 -8:30 pm. They are inviting those with MS and their loved ones to join them. Members will be discussing the upcoming MS Walk in Troy on April 8th and ordering t-shirts for the event. Anyone can participate in the walk by registering at www.walkMS.org/registertoday or by calling 1-855-372-1331
Volunteer Opportunities: For all opportunities contact Sue Huston at 459-4629 or [email protected]
What’s Happening in Darke County
Friday, April 6th – Thursday, April 12th
Event information has been pulled from local news/media sources and is subject to change – please contact event host prior to attending
DATE EVENT / LOCATION INFO TIME COST Fri., April 6
National Walk to Work Day & Sorry Charlie Day
Kitchen Aid Experience Cooking Class, 423 S. Broadway, Greenville
Class occurs every Wed., Fri., and Sat
10:30 - 11:00 am Free
Next Chapter Book Club Movie Event – Greenville
Public Library
Movie – “Where the Red Fern Grows” arrive between 10-10:15 am
10:30 – 11:30 am Free
First Friday: Petting Zoo & Scavenger Hunt
During the event, there will be a small petting zoo on the courthouse lawn by Valley Exotic Zoo.
There will also be a scavenger hunt for kids of all ages to explore the downtown district. For more
information check out www.facebook.com/mainstreetgreenville
6:00 – 9:00 pm Free
Sat., April 7 World Health Day
VFW – 219 N. Ohio St. Singles Dance 8:00 – 11:00 pm Tickets $6.00
Grief Share Support Group Greenville Public Library, 520
Sycamore St. Greenville
Grief share is a friendly, caring group of people who will walk alongside you through life’s most difficult
experiences.
10:00 - 12:00 am
Free
Bradford Ohio Railroad Museum – 200 N Miami Ave
Bradford
Salute to the Railroaders – All past and current railroaders welcome to share their stories and
photos
2:00 – 3:00 pm Free
Inside Out Program – Greenville Public Library
Kids and their families are invited to join us for fun inside out activities, followed by snacks and the
movie!
2:00 – 4:00 pm Free
5th Annual Heart and Sole 5K Eldora Speedway, New
Weston
State of the Heart Care - Registration begins at 7:30 am Race starts at 9:00 am. All proceeds benefit
State of the Heart Care Center. Pancake breakfast following the race. For more information visit our
website at www.stateoftheheartcare.org Still time to register – www.goodtimesraces.com
Registration 7:30 Race begins 9:00
am
$25 Adults with T-shirt
KitchenAid Experience Cooking Class, 423 S. Broadway, Greenville
Class occurs every Wed., Fri., and Sat. 10:30 -11:00 am
Free
Sun., April 8 Zoo Lover’s Day
BINGO – Greenville VFW, 219 North Ohio St.
Open to the public, call 548-4004 for additional info
Doors open 11:00 am
Begins 1:00 pm
Cost for cards
Spring Bake Sale – The American Legion Auxiliary #245, 242 Fayette St. New
Madison
Items available for purchase will include homemade noodles, pies, candies, cakes and more. Proceeds
will benefit the various outreach programs the Auxiliary sponsors
10:00 - ?? Baked items for sale
Ohio Legends, “Every Picture has a Story” – Garst Museum
Jeff Wilson will present “Every Picture has a Story.” This program is free and open to the public. Light refreshments served following the presentation.
2:00 pm Free
VAM Historic Dinner – Versailles Knights of
Columbus Hall, Father Jackle Room
Tickets are on sale now and are limited at $50 each and VAM Members $45. You may obtain yours by
contacting the museum at 937-526-4222
4:30 pm Tickets $50 per person,
VAM Members
$45 DCCA Presents Mermaid
Theatre “Guess How Much I Love You” – Memorial Hall
Innovated puppetry and beautiful music bring two award-winning classics to life. Bug Nut Brown Hare will show Little Nut Brown Hare that live is infinite. And a little bunny whose storybook comes alive in fascinating detail celebrates the countless joys of reading. To order tickets by phone call 877-840-
0457 or [email protected]
2:00 pm, Will Call 1:00 pm, Doors open 1:30
pm
General Admission
$5.00
All-You-Can-Eat Breakfast, The American Legion Post
140,325 N Ohio St.
All- you-can-eat breakfast, each Sunday beginning Oct 1st thru the end of April 2018 The menu
includes bacon, sausage, fried potatoes, scrambled eggs, eggs cooked to order, omelets, biscuits,
sausage gravy, pancakes, French toast, juices and coffee.
8:00 – 12:00 pm
$8.00
Mon., April 9
Winston Churchill Day
Senior Dance, VFW 219 North Ohio Street,
Greenville OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
Every Monday; Music by J Bob’s Beats, food and soft drinks available for purchase; Contact
Lynn Newbauer at 621-2546 for more info
1:00 - 4:00 pm
$3.00 for singles/$5.00 for couples
Yoga & Mindfulness Effective Tools in Healing and
Recovering – Reid Building, 1101 Jackson St. Greenville
Behavioral Health & Wellness Events - Programs are free of charge & open to the public. Light meal
provided – chance for door prizes!!! Please call Jane Urlage or Lacie Grosch at 547-2319 to reserve
a seat.
5:30 – 7:30 pm Free
Tues., April 10 Golfer’s Day & National Sibling Day
Knitters – Greenville Public Library
520 Sycamore St. Greenville
Join with your fellow knitters to create, converse, and connect
http://www.greenville-publiclibrary.org/Events.html
2:00 - 4:00 pm
Free
Project Feeder Watch – Shawnee Prairie Preserve
This is a unique citizen science program organized by Cornell University, which studies winter bird
populations – no matter your birding level, beginner, or expert they need your help. For more information, please call (937) 548-0165
Every Tuesday 9:00 – 11:00 am
Free
Lego’s Club – New Madison Public Library
Every fourth Tuesday of the month, ages 5+
3:00 – 4:00 pm Free
Wed., April 11 Barbershop Quartet Day & National
Submarine Day
Bingo, Brookdale – 1401 North Broadway, Greenville
Occurs every Wednesday
10:00 - 10:30 am Free
Next Chapter Book Club – Union City McDonald’s
Meets every Wednesday, if interested in joining contact, Sue Huston, Darke DD 459-4629
1:00 - 2:00
Free
KitchenAid Experience Cooking Class,
423 S. Broadway, Greenville
Class occurs every Wed., Fri., and Sat.
10:30 – 11:00 am
Free
Chess Club – Greenville Public Library
Come and match wits with other chess players. This is free and for all ages
6:00 – 8:00 pm Free
Job Readiness – OhioMeansJob, 603 Wagner
Ave.
Topics Covered: Resume Building, Interviewing, Budgeting, Employee Expectations, and
OhioMeansJob, For more information call 548-4132, option 6
9:00 am
Free
Bingo, Rest Haven – 1096 North Ohio Street, Greenville
Occurs every Wednesday
2:30 - 3:00 pm Free
Thur., April 12 National Licorice Day & Grilled
Cheese Sandwich Day
Next Chapter Book Club – Coffee Pot, Broadway,
Greenville
Meets every Thursday, if interested in joining contact, Sue Huston, Darke DD 459-4629
1st session 3:30-4:30
2nd session 4:30 – 5:30
Free
Volunteer Opportunities: For all opportunities contact Sue Huston at 459-4629 or [email protected]
Organization Website Phone Number
New Madison Public Library www.newmadisonpubliclibrary.org 937-996-1741 Arcanum Public Library www.arcanumpubliclibrary.org 937-692-8484 Greenville Public Library http://www.greenville-publiclibrary.org/Events.html 937-548-3915 Darke County Parks [email protected] 937-548-0165 Versailles Performing Arts Center
www.towneandcountryplayers.com
937-689-6111
Darke County Center for the Arts
www.centerforarts.net
937-547-0908
Downtown Greenville www.DowntownGreenville.org 937-548-4998 Main Street Greenville www.facebook.com/mainstreetgreenville 937-548-4998 Piqua Civic Band http://piquacivicband.weebly.com Darke County OSU Extension
www.darke.osu.edu
937-548-5215
BMI Speedway http://www.bmikarts.com 937-526-9544 Eldora Speedway http://www.eldoraspeedway.com/events 937-338-3815 Darke County Board of Developmental Disabilities
www.darkedd.org
937-548-9057