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Breakfast buffet offered at Salem Masons today

SALEM-A public breakfast buffet will be served from 7:30 to 10 a.m. today at the Masonic Building, 788 E. State St. Cost is $6 for adults, $3 for children under age 10 and free for children under 2. The menu offers pancakes, waffles, sausage, bacon, scrambled eggs, homemade sausage gravy, biscuits, homefries, toast, fruit cocktail, orange juice, coffee and tea.

Steak on the Run to be served at First United Methodist

SALEM – “Steak on the Run” will be held from 3:30 to 5 p.m. Dec. 3, or until sold out, at the First United Methodist Church, 244 S. Broadway Ave. The menu offers salisbury steak, mashed potatoes, gravy, corn, roll and cookie. Cost is $7. Curbside service is available.

Cookie Walk set at Winona United Methodist Church

WINONA – The Hazel Circle of the Winona United Methodist Church is hosting its annual cookie walk and craft sale from 9 a.m. to noon Dec. 5 at the church, 32114 Winona Road, Winona. A wide variety of homemade cookies to choose from will be sold at $5 per dozen.

Nursing school plans enrollment information meeting

SALEM – Hannah E. Mullins School of Practical Nursing will hold an enrollment information meeting from 6 to 7 p.m. Dec. 8 at Kent State University City Center, 230 N. Lincoln Ave., third floor. Reservations must be made by Dec. 4 by calling 330-332-8940. Applications are being accepted for the March 2016 class. The deadline for applying is Dec. 31.

‘Very McGuffey Christmas’ to be held in Darlington

SALEM The public is invited to the Salem Preservation Society’s “A Very McGuffey Christmas!” on Dec. 6 at the Little Beaver Historical Society, Second and Plumb Street, Darlington, Pa.

The five building compound will be open for private guided tours from 2 to 4:15 p.m. Dinner will be served from 4:15 to 6 p.m. in a Civil War era structure, the Darlington Reformed Presbyterian Church, at 140 First St. The dinner buffet will be prepared by the Butcher and Baker Market. Cost is $16 per person.

Voicemail or email your reservation to Arlene and David Schwartz at 330-337-6829 or schwartzda@earthlink.net by Dec. 2. State your name, phone number and number attending.

Payment will be accepted at the church with exact cash or check. Make checks payable to Salem Preservation. A car pool leaves the Methodist Church parking lot at 1 p.m.

Red Cross swim lessons to begin in January

SALEM – The Salem Community Center will host a session of the American Red Cross swim lesson program from Jan. 9 through Feb. 27. Classes will be held every Saturday. Six learn to swim levels are available, along with a Mommy and Me level for infants and their parent. Cost is $70 for non-members and $55 for members. A multiple child discount is available. To sign-up call 330-332-5885.

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Breakfast buffet offered at Salem Mason’s Saturday

SALEM-A public breakfast buffet will be served from 7:30 to 10 a.m. Saturday at the Masonic Building, 788 E. State St. Cost is $6 for adults, $3 for children under age 10 and free for children under 2. The menu offers pancakes, waffles, sausage, bacon, scrambled eggs, homemade sausage gravy, biscuits, homefries, toast, fruit cocktail, orange juice, coffee and tea.

The building is equipped with a handicapped accessible elevator. Proceeds will be directed to the Salem Masonic Building Fund.

Healthy eating/cooking class offered Dec. 3

YOUNGSTOWN – Mercy Health Youngstown will provide a free healthy eating/cooking class from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Dec. 3 at Trinity United Methodist Church, 30 W. Front St. Healthy eating/cooking classes and demonstrations are provided through a grant from the Mercy Health Foundation Mahoning Valley as a regular part of Stepping Out programming. For information or to register call 330-720-3293.

Nursing school plans enrollment information meeting

SALEM – Hannah E. Mullins School of Practical Nursing will hold an enrollment information meeting from 6 to 7 p.m. Dec. 8 at Kent State University City Center, 230 N. Lincoln Ave., third floor.

Reservations must be made by Dec. 4 by calling 330-332-8940.

Applications are being accepted for the March 2016 class. The deadline for applying is Dec. 31.

Diabetes education program set for Dec. 8-10

YOUNGSTOWN – Mercy Health Youngstown will offer diabetes education Dec. 8, 9 and 10 at St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital. The three-day course runs from 9 to 11:30 a.m. in the diabetes classroom at St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital, 1044 Belmont Ave.

Healthcare professionals who teach the course, which is certified by the American Diabetes Association, focus on the medical aspects of the disease such as medications, glucose monitoring, exercise and complications during the first session. The second and third sessions focus on learning to plan meals, count carbohydrates, interpret food labels and make positive food choices.

“These classes provide participants with the knowledge they need to manage their diabetes and avoid the long-term complications the disease can cause,” said Kay Leonhart, manager, diabetes education, Mercy Health Youngstown. Registration is required at 330-480-2676.

Indoor golf simulator available at Memorial Building

SALEM – The indoor golf simulator is now available for use at the Salem Memorial Building. Tee times are open weekday afternoons along with Monday and Friday evenings. Fees are $20 per hour and the simulator can be set up for one to four golfers. (if more than one golfer, all golfers must be either right or left handed). Call Shane Franks at 330-332-5512 to reserve a time.

Salem Saxon Club plans krapfen sale Jan. 16

SALEM – The Salem Saxon Club at 1980 state Route 9 will hold a krapfen sale from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Jan. 16.

A krapfen, or Berliner Pfannkuchen, is a traditional German pastry similar to a doughnut with no central hole, made from sweet yeast dough fried in fat or oil and usually frosted with icing, powdered sugar or sugar. Cost is $7 per dozen. To order call Marsha Spack at 330-337-0250. The deadline for orders is Jan. 8.

Lou Holtz/Upper Ohio Hall of Fame food drive set

EAST LIVERPOOL – The Lou Holtz/Upper Ohio Hall of Fame at 120 E. Fifth St. is once again collecting non-perishable food items to be donated to the food pantry FISH, and in keeping with its annual tradition, a model train set will be given away in a drawing held at an open house from 1 to 4 p.m. Dec. 5.

“Our food drive was very successful last year,” said development director Rosemary Mackall, “and it’s important that we repeat that success this year, because the need in the community is very dire.”

Visitors to the hall during the open house will be able to see the special Polar Express operating in the miniature train village downstairs and view the hall’s Christmas trees. Refreshments will be provided.

The train set prize has been donated by Crouse True-Value Hardware in North Lima. The drawing will be held at 4 p.m., and the winner need not be present.

Food donations will be accepted starting Nov. 27, and will continue through the open house. The hall’s hours of operation are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.

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East Palestine Rotary plans Christmas auction

EAST PALESTINE – The East Palestine Rotary Club will hold its 19th annual Christmas auction at 4 p.m. Friday at East Palestine Elementary School cafeteria, 195 W. Grant St. Doors open at 3 p.m.

New Christmas merchandise, collectibles, jewelry, name brand toys and a large variety of other merchandise and donations from local merchants will be auctioned.

Proceeds are used to sponsor Rotary community events. Food will be available for purchase. Admission and parking are free. Attendees are asked to bring a non-perishable item or toy for Social Concerns.

Medication Assistance Program help offered

LISBON – A representative from the Medication Assistance Program will be available from 10 a.m. to noon Dec. 2 at the First United Methodist Church. This program is offered to anyone needing help paying for prescription drugs. Bring all your prescription bottles. Help is also available for those with Medicare Part D problems.

Dec. 7 is the final date to change Medicare D plans. For help evaluating your plan call 330-424-7877 for an appointment.

Salem Christmas parade set Dec. 3 downtown

SALEM – The Salem Area Chamber of Commerce and the Salem News will host the annual Christmas parade at 6:30 p.m. Dec. 3 in downtown Salem. This year’s theme is “Parade of Lights” and units are encouraged to display lights on their cars, trucks, floats, and even among the walking participants.

The city of Salem has donated monies from the Community Event Fund for $300 prize money to three categories: religious, commercial and non-profit. The winning unit from each of these categories will be asked to donate the $300 to the Salem charity of their choice.

Parade units will line up at Salem High School, march down North Lincoln Avenue to East State Street, turn right and proceed into the downtown. At North Ellsworth Avenue, the parade will turn right and end at the Second Street Plaza.

Santa Claus will be featured on the Salem Fire Department’s truck. Businesses, churches and non-profits may obtain a Christmas parade application by accessing the chamber’s website at salemohiochamber.org and downloading the form or call the chamber at 330-337-3473. Wednesday is the deadline for applications.

The public is asked to bring a non-perishable food item for the Salem Community Pantry to the box truck located in the chamber’s parking lot after the parade.

Free healthy eating/cooking classes offered

YOUNGSTOWN – Mercy Health Youngstown will provide free healthy eating/cooking classes from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Dec. 1 and 8 at McGuffey Centre, 1649 Jacobs Road. Healthy eating/cooking classes and demonstrations are provided through a grant from the Mercy Health Foundation Mahoning Valley as a regular part of Stepping Out programming.

Classes will also be held from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Dec. 2 at Mill Creek Community Center, 496 Glenwood Ave. For information or to register call 330-720-3293.

Christmas Light tours offered on Quakertown Trolley

SALEM – The Salem Historical Society will offer a series of Christmas Light tours starting Dec. 3. Following the 6:30 p.m. Christmas parade and “Light-Up Salem” on the Village Green, the Quakertown Trolley will offer rides to view selected lighting of the city. These tours begin at approximately 7:30 p.m. at the conclusion of the lighting ceremony, at 35 minute intervals. In addition, this tour will be offered at 6 and 6:45 p.m. Dec. 6.

Following the selection of the “Fabulous Five Festive Lights” awards, the Quakertown Trolley will conduct a Festive Light Tour to feature the five winners from the city’s four wards and Perry Township on Dec. 12. The tour is approximately 35 minutes and begins at 6, 6:45 and 7:30 p.m. Other drive-bys will be included.

All tours will load the trolley at the Salem Area Chamber of Commerce parking lot, located at the Village Green on East State Street. Cost is $3 per adults and $1 for children. For more information and reservations, leave a message at 330-337-6733 or send an email to trolley239@aol.com. Your call will be returned.

Holiday Festival Dodge Ball Tournament planned

LISBON – The annual Lisbon David Anderson Holiday Festival Dodge Ball Tournament will be held Dec. 5 at the high school. The double elimination tournament starts at 1 p.m. with the junior high bracket followed immediately by the high school/alumni bracket. The event raises money for various academic clubs. Forms are available in the high school office.

Leetonia Bears To Bee Preschool hosts holiday craft show

LEETONIA – Leetonia Bears To Bee Preschool will host its holiday craft show from noon to 4 p.m. Dec. 5 at the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 5532 on County Line Road, Washingtonville. Gift wrapping will be available for a donation. Food will be available for purchase.

Swim lessons set in January at Community Center

SALEM – The Salem Community Center will host another session of the American Red Cross swim lesson program from Jan. 9 through Feb. 27. Classes will be held every Saturday. Six learn to swim levels are available. Cost is $70 for non-members and $55 for members. A multiple child discount is available. To sign-up call 330-332-5885.

Canfield elementary students seek donations

CANFIELD – Elementary students in Canfield are hoping to win a Handel’s ice cream party again. The students are participating in the Handle’s Koins for Kids Campaign to benefit Akron Children’s Hospital Mahoning Valley. The schools will be accepting donations from Dec. 1-11. The schools will be competing against other Mahoning County schools to try to raise the most money per student. The winning school receives an ice cream party.

SRMC offers free grandparenting class

SALEM – Current or soon-to-be grandparents can learn about new approaches to child care during a free grandparenting class provided through Salem Regional Medical Center’s (SRMC) Family Education Program.

The class will be offered from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Dec. 5 at SRMC’s New Beginnings Family Care Center and will include discussions on infant safety, nutrition and medications. To register for the class call 330-337-4989.

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Aut Mori Grotto plans pancake breakfast

YOUNGSTOWN – Aut Mori Grotto will host a pancake, sausage, egg breakfast will be served from 9 a.m. to noon Nov. 28 at Grotto Hall, 563 N. Belle Vista Ave., Youngstown. Cost is $6 for adults, $3 for children under 12 and free for under 3.

All proceeds will benefit the Aut Mori Grotto Building addition fund and local Grotto charities. Aut Mori Grotto is a 501c non-profit organization that supports Akron Children’s Hospital, Sojourners House, Cerebral Palsy and Dentistry for the handicapped children under 17 years of age.

Salem Orthopaedic Surgery phone number change

SALEM – Effective immediately, the office phone number for Salem Orthopaedic Surgery has been changed to 330-332-7840. Salem Orthopaedic Surgery is the practice location of Orthopaedic Surgeons Lee T. Simon, M.D., and Dominic J. Peters, M.D.

Salem Orthopaedic Surgery is a physician practice operated by the SCH Professional Corporation and is located in Salem Regional Medical Center’s Orthopaedic Bone and Joint Center at 1995 E. State St., Salem.

Preservation Society plans party in Darlington, Pa.

SALEM – All Salem area residents are invited to the Salem Preservation Society’s “A Very McGuffey Christmas!” at the annual Christmas party, tour and dinner on Dec. 6 at the Little Beaver Historical Society on Second and Plumb Street in Darlington, Pa.

The historic five building compound will be open for private guided tours strictly for guests of Salem Preservation Society. Tours are from 2 to 4:15 p.m. Buildings to be toured include the McCarl Industrial and Agricultural Museum, Little Beaver Museum and the Hamilton Forge and Foundry, the Little Beaver Log Cabin and the Greersburg Academy (1802), the college preparatory school of famous students William H. McGuffey (McGuffey’s Readers) and John Brown (abolitionist, raid on Harper’s Ferry).

For more extensive information on the Little Beaver Historical Society visit uncoveringpa.com/little-beaver-historical-society.

Dinner will be served from 4:15 to 6 p.m. in a Civil War era structure, The Darlington Reformed Presbyterian Church at 140 First St. The deluxe dinner buffet will be prepared by the Butcher and Baker Market. Cost is $16 per person.

Voicemail or email your reservation to Arlene and David Schwartz at 330-337-6829 or schwartzda@earthlink.net by Dec. 2. State your name, number attending along with your phone number. Payment will be accepted at the church with exact cash or check. Make checks payable to Salem Preservation Society. Car pool is available from the Methodist Church parking lot at 1 p.m.

Special council meeting set in New Waterford

NEW WATERFORD – The Village of New Waterford will hold a special meeting at 7 p.m. Tuesday for the third and final reading of the revised income tax ordinance.

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Free Thanksgiving dinner will be served

SALEM A free Thanksgiving dinner will be served from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nov. 26 at the Salem Memorial Building, 785 E. State St.

For deliveries, call 330-337-3728 and leave your name, phone number, address and the number of dinners needed. The meal consists of turkey and all the fixins’ including dessert. Rides to the Memorial Building may also be arranged.

Broken Branch Support group will meet

EAST LIVERPOOL -The Broken Branch Support group, for parents who have experienced the death of a child, will meet at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday in the Dawson Family Center, 215 W. Fifth St. Those attending will decorate ornaments for The Tree of Remembrance memorial service on Dec. 6.

Meetings are free of cost, regardless of where, or when, funeral services were held. For more information call Judy Kidder at 330-385-8896.

Breakfast planned at Masonic Building

SALEM-A public breakfast buffet will be served from 7:30 to 10 a.m. Nov. 28 at the Salem Masonic Building, 788 E. State St. Cost is $6 for adults, $3 for children under 10 and free for children under 2.

The menu offers pancakes, waffles, sausage, bacon, scrambled eggs, homemade sausage gravy, biscuits, homefries, toast, fruit cocktail, orange juice, coffee and tea.

The building is equipped with a handicapped accessible elevator. Proceeds will be directed to the Salem Masonic Building Fund.

Driver education offered at Beaver Local

LISBON – Fastrack driver education classes begin Dec. 1 at Beaver Local High School.

All area students are eligible to attend, including home-schooled students. Sign-up by calling 330-532-2878 or 412-974-8858.

Omega Council hosting spaghetti dinner

SALEM – The public is invited to a spaghetti dinner, hosted by Omega Council, from 4:30 to 7 p.m. Dec. 10 at the Salem Masonic Building, 788 E. State St. Cost is $6 for adults, $3 for ages 10 and under, and free for under 2.

Women’s Guild Craft Show is today

COLUMBIANA – The 24th annual St. Jude Women’s Guild Craft Show will be held from 10a.m.-4p.m. Nov. 21 at St. Jude activity center, 180 Seventh St., Columbiana. Admission and parking are free.

The show features handmade crafts, Chinese auction, raffle prizes, basket raffle, bake sale and lunch counter featuring homemade beef vegetable soup. For information call 330-482-2351.

Salem Elks hosting craft show, bake sale

SALEM – A holiday craft show and bake sale will be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday at Salem Elks Lodge #305, 824 E. State St.

Approximately 29 vendors will display their wares in the upstairs and downstairs areas at the lodge. A luncheon will be available from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Salem Chamber sponsoring ‘Cash Mob’

SALEM – The Salem Area Chamber of Commerce will sponsor a “Cash Mob” during the weekend of Nov. 28 and 29 in honor of Small Business Saturday.

Shoppers are encouraged to shop locally in Salem and spend at least $20 or more (perishable grocery items and gas excluded) and then bring their receipts to four locations to enter a contest to win a first prize of $100 and three “12 Days of Christmas” raffle tickets; second prize of $75 and three tickets for “12 Days of Christmas” and third prize of $50 and three “12 Days of Christmas” tickets.

Locations accepting the receipts by Dec. 2 are Consumers National Bank, Home Savings and Loan, Farmers National Bank and the Look Nook Gift Shop at Salem Regional Medical Center.

Nativity display will be offered Nov. 28

SALEM – A nativity display will be open to the public from 1 to 4 p.m. Nov. 28 in the fellowship hall at the First Presbyterian Church, 436 E. Second St. Admission is free.

Anyone with a nativity that they would like to show at the display are asked to call Goldie Burrier at 330-332-5548 or Penny Lippiatt at 330-533-6934.

Residents are asked to bring their large or small nativity sets to the church beginning at 10:30 a.m. Nov. 27. Delivery may be arranged by contacting Burrier or Lippiatt.

Southern Local HS Band will perform

SALINEVILLE – The Southern Local High School Band will present “An Old-Fashioned Community Christmas” on Nov. 28 at Salineville United Methodist Church on Main Street.

The junior high members will perform at 4 p.m., while the bands will take part in the Salineville Light Up Parade at 5 p.m.

The high school concert will begin at 6 p.m. and both

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Stuff-a-Cruiser Food Drive set today at Walmart

SALEM – Area residents are reminded that the Columbiana County Sheriff’s office will hold its second annual Stuff-a-Cruiser Food Drive from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. today at the Salem Walmart. Uniformed deputies will collect non-perishable food items for area needy families. All the items collected will be taken to the Salem Salvation Army for disbursement this holiday season.

Pasta dinner offered today at Heartland

COLUMBIANA – The Heartland Senior Class of 2016 is sponsoring a pasta dinner from 3:30 to 7 p.m. today at the school, 28 Pittsburgh St. A variety of pasta and sauces, salad, bread, assorted desserts and beverages will be available. Donations will be accepted and carryouts available. A silent auction will also be held.

Holiday craft show and bake sale set at Salem Elks

SALEM – A holiday craft show and bake sale will be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday at Salem Elks Lodge #305, 824 E. State St. Approximately 29 vendors will display their wares in the upstairs and downstairs areas at the lodge. A luncheon will be available from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Nativity display planned at First Presbyterian Church,

SALEM – A nativity display will be open to the public from 1 to 4 p.m. Nov. 28 in the fellowship hall at the First Presbyterian Church, 436 E. Second St. Admission is free.

Anyone with a nativity that they would like to show at the display are asked to call Goldie Burrier at 330-332-5548 or Penny Lippiatt at 330-533-6934. Residents are asked to bring their large or small nativity sets to the church beginning at 10:30 a.m. Nov. 27. Delivery may be arranged by contacting Burrier or Lippiatt.

Salem Chamber to sponsor ‘Cash Mob’ Nov. 28-29

SALEM – The Salem Area Chamber of Commerce will sponsor a “Cash Mob” during the weekend of Nov. 28 and 29 in honor of Small Business Saturday. Shoppers are encouraged to shop locally in Salem and spend at least $20 or more (perishable grocery items and gas excluded) and then bring their receipts to four locations to enter a contest to win a first prize of $100 and three “12 Days of Christmas” raffle tickets; second prize of $75 and three tickets for “12 Days of Christmas” and third prize of $50 and three “12 Days of Christmas” tickets. Locations accepting the receipts by Dec. 2 are Consumers National Bank, Home Savings and Loan, Farmers National Bank and the Look Nook Gift Shop at Salem Regional Medical Center.

Free prostate cancer screening offered in Youngstown

YOUNGSTOWN – Man Up Mahoning Valley, NEO Urology, Mercy Health Foundation Mahoning Valley and Mt. Calvary Pentecostal Church will provide free prostate cancer screenings on Dec. 1 for men 40 years old and older.

Screenings consist of a digital rectal exam and prostate specific antigen blood draw and will take place from 5 to 7 p.m. at Mt. Calvary Pentecostal Church, 1812 Oak Hill Ave. Dinner will be provided to all male participants. This event is open to the public but registration is required at 330-480-3181.

Official ‘shave-off’ planned in Youngstown

AUSTINTOWN – Mercy Health Youngstown, Man Up Mahoning Valley, Mercy Health Youngstown Cancer Centers, Mercy Health Foundation Mahoning Valley, NEO Urology and Partners for Urology Health will close out “Movember” with an official shave-off at 10 a.m. Nov. 23 at Partners for Urology Health, 6262 Mahoning Ave., Austintown.

Movember is a month-long campaign in which men who are normally clean-shaven grow and groom their mustaches to promote prostate cancer awareness and the importance of age-appropriate screenings. This year, several community leaders took part, meeting to kick off the campaign with clean-shaven faces. They will meet on Nov. 23 to show off the facial hair they’ve been grooming all month, share how they’ve encouraged other men to discuss prostate cancer screenings with their physicians, and to have their whiskers removed by professional barbers from Excalibur Barber Grooming Lounge of Boardman.

“Old-Fashioned Community Christmas” set in Salineville

SALINEVILLE – The Southern Local High School Band will present “An Old-Fashioned Community Christmas” on Nov. 28 at Salineville United Methodist Church on Main Street.

The junior high members will perform at 4 p.m., while the bands will take part in the Salineville Light Up Parade at 5 p.m. The high school concert will begin at 6 p.m. and both band events are free and open to the public.

Blood drive planned at Southern Local Dec. 3

SALINEVILLE – Members of the Southern Local High School National Honor Society (NHS) will conduct an American Red Cross blood drive from 7:45 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. Dec. 3 in the school gymnasium. All 17 NHS members will volunteer at the registration station and canteen. For more information or to participate, the public is asked to call the school at 330-679-2305.

Sebra extreme bull riding event set Saturday

SALEM – A Sebra extreme bull riding event will be held at Camouflage Stables, 1249 state Route 45 in Salem on Saturday.

The event will begin at 7 p.m. and has a $500 added prize.

Mutton busting and mini bulls will also be in action.

General admission is eight dollars for adults and children under five are free.

This the first in a series of 10 event s scheduled for the Camouflage Stables.

The next event will be on Dec. 12.

For information contact Randy Moore at 330-503-3924 or Camouflage Stables at 234-567-4066.

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Children invited to read at Lepper Library

LISBON – Children are invited to the Lepper Library from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. today to read to local National Honor Society students. For each book or chapter they read they get a prize and gain confidence in reading out loud.

Stuff-a-Cruiser Food Drive planned

SALEM – The Columbiana County Sheriff’s office will hold its second annual Stuff-a-Cruiser Food Drive from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday at the Salem Walmart. Uniformed deputies will collect non-perishable food items for area needy families. All the items collected will be taken to the Salem Salvation Army for disbursement this holiday season.

Clothing giveaway set at Pine Lake church

SEBRING – Acts 2 Ministries of the Sebring/West Branch area will offer its monthly free clothing giveaway from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday at the Acts 2 Clothing Closet located behind Pine Lake Christian Church, 636 Pine Lake Road.

Gently worn pre-owned clothing is available for all ages, children through adults. There are no restrictions based on income or employment.

Donations of gently used clothing items are also welcome for any season. For more information or to arrange for donation of clothing contact 330-938-2561 or ACTS2WBSebring@gmail.com.

Thanksgiving dinner offered in North Lima

NORTH LIMA – A free Thanksgiving dinner will be served from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Nov. 26 at Calvary United Methodist Church, 12062 South Ave. The meal includes turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, gravy, sweet potatoes, cole slaw, applesauce, pie and beverage. Reservations must be made by calling the church office at 330-549-2588 before Monday and leave your name, number of reservations and phone number.

LCBA Christmas party planned

SALEM – All Loyal Christian Benefit Association members and their guests are invited to the Christmas party at 6:30 p.m. Dec. 3 in St. Paul School gym. Members are asked to bring an ornament and receive a different one during the ornament exchange. Members are also asked to bring small gift cards (especially gas cards) to be donated to the Sophia Women Center for their clients. For more information call 330-337-7215.

Citizens Bank helps with holiday meals

YOUNGSTOWN – The fight against hunger in the Mahoning Valley continues as many families struggle to make ends meet. One in six people in the three county service area is food insecure and nearly one in four children are considered food insecure meaning they lack regular access to safe and nutritious foods.

To bring awareness of hunger issues and provide local families with meals this holiday season, Citizens Bank is partnering with the Second Harvest Food Bank of the Mahoning Valley for the 11th year and donating $10,000 which will provide 2,250 chickens weighing a total of 9,000 pounds and, together with other food, will provide 7,500 meals.

Since Citizens Bank kicked off its Carving Out Hunger program in 2005, more than one million holiday meals have been served and hundreds of volunteer hours have been logged in supporting the cause statewide in the last five years.

Health insurance enrollment events set

SALEM – Access Health Mahoning Valley will host three open enrollment events, to help Columbiana County residents navigate the Marketplace and explore their options for cost savings on health insurance.

Open enrollment for coverage to begin in 2016 runs now through Jan. 31, 2016. Enrollment into Ohio’s expanded Medicaid program takes place year round. Call to schedule an appointment from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Dec. 8 at Leetonia Community Public Library, 181 Walnut St., Leetonia; 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Dec. 15 at Salem Public Library, 821 E. State St. Salem; or 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Dec. 12 at St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital, 8401 Market St., Boardman.

Appointments may be made by calling Elaine Smith, certified navigator for Access Health, at 330-746-5424.

Crossing to close in East Palestine

EAST PALESTINE – The railroad crossing at James Street and North Pleasant Drive in East Palestine will be closed for repair until Monday.

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Flu vaccine available weekdays at SAVNA

SALEM – Flu vaccine is still available from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday at the Salem Area Visiting Nurse Association (SAVNA), 718 E. Third St.

No appointment is necessary. Cost is $25. Attendees are to bring their insurance card.

Underground Railroad trolley tour scheduled

SALEM – An Underground Railroad trolley tour, sponsored by the Salem Historical Society, is scheduled for 12:15 p.m. Saturday. Reservations may be made by calling 330-337-6733.

Breakfast planned at Damascus United Methodist Church

DAMASCUS – Breakfast will be served from 7 to 11 a.m. Saturday at the Damascus United Methodist Church, 300 Valley Road.

Cost is $5 for adults and $3 for children under 10. Proceeds from this month’s breakfast will benefit the 2016 summer mission trip to Oak Hill, W. Va.

Salem Junior, Senior High School staff serving Banquet

SALEM The Banquet in Salem will be served from 5 to 7 p.m. Monday at the Memorial Building, 785 E. State St. Next week’s sponsor is the Salem Junior and Senior High School staff.

The menu offers grilled chicken, stuffing, mashed potatoes, green beans, cole slaw, fresh fruit, and pumpkin, apple or cherry pie.

Additional sponsors are needed. For more information call Patty Colian at 330-831-2169.

‘Healthy Eating for You’ presentation is Nov. 24

YOUNGSTOWN – The next “Healthy Eating for You: Eating Mindfulness” presentation will be held from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Nov. 24 in the Youngstown Room at St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital, 1044 Belmont Ave.

Registered dietician and community educator Bridget Lackey will lead the informational discussion and answer questions.

The presentation, provided by Mercy Health Youngstown, is free and open to the public. Reservations are appreciated by calling 330-480-3070. Free parking is available in the Park Avenue deck.

East Palestine Christmas parade is Dec. 5

EAST PALESTINE – The annual Christmas parade, sponsored by the East Palestine Moose Lodge, begins at 2 p.m. Dec. 5. This year’s theme is “Frozen.”

To enter the Christmas parade contact the Moose Lodge at 330-426-3510. Participants in the parade will assemble at the park at 1 p.m.

SCC hosting buffet breakfast with Santa

SALEM – A buffet breakfast with Santa, served by The Catered Affair, will be held from 9 to 10 a.m. Dec. 5 at the Salem Community Center (SCC).

Santa will dine with the children, then give each child a present and be available for “take your own pictures” from 10 to 11 a.m. Cost is $10 for members and $12 for non-members. Register at the front desk or over the phone by credit card at 330-332-5885.

First Energy welcomes External Affairs Manager

YOUNGSTOWN – FirstEnergy welcomed new External Affairs Manager Laura Tubo to the Mahoning Valley on Nov. 12 with a reception for local community leaders at The Fifth Floor Restaurant in Youngstown.

As part of the event, The FirstEnergy Foundation contributed $25 to the food bank for each person who attended, which resulted in an overall donation of $2,000 to help feed families in need in the Mahoning Valley. This gift will enable the food bank to distribute $22,000 worth of food or enough for 10,000 meals.

“We welcome Ms. Tubo to the Mahoning Valley and we are extremely grateful for the continued support of FirstEnergy and its employees,” said Michael Iberis, executive director, Second Harvest Food Bank.

“FirstEnergy is a year round partner in the Mahoning Valley, working to alleviate hunger by raising funds and collecting food through various campaigns, including Harvest for Hunger, the food bank’s largest food and funds drive that takes place during the spring,” said Iberis.

Over the past five years, FirstEnergy employees in Warren and Youngstown have raised $51,230 for the food bank.

Second Harvest Food Bank of the Mahoning Valley’s mission is to solicit, store and distribute food to hunger-relief organizations feeding people in Columbiana, Mahoning and Trumbull counties; and to provide education and advocacy. The food bank, a member of Feeding America, provides food to those in need in the tri-county area through 148 programs provided by hunger-relief organizations, which include church pantries, homeless shelters, soup kitchens, shelters for battered women, and after-school programs.

In 2014, the food bank distributed 9.5 million pounds of food, including two million pounds of fresh fruits and vegetables in the tri-county area.

For more information on the food bank contact mahoningvalleysecondharvest.org or 330-792-5522.

Today is reservations deadline for Way Station dinner

COLUMBIANA – Wednesday is the deadline for reservations for the free Thanksgiving dinner at the Way Station. This year’s dinner will be served at 1 p.m. Nov. 25 in the Upper Room Fellowship, 500 Sponseller Road, and includes donations from McDonald’s, Dutch Village Inn, Rita’s, and other local businesses.

Individuals will be baking desserts, preparing turkeys and donating items needed for the dinner. To donate items, or to make a reservation, call 330-482-5072.

Shepherd of the Valley, Red Cross collecting cards

YOUNGSTOWN – Shepherd of the Valley is partnering with the American Red Cross to collect holiday cards for members of the armed forces, veterans and their families.

Deliver your cards to the receptionist from 8:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. until Dec. 11 at the following sites: 7145 West Blvd., Boardman 44512; 4100 N. River Road NE, Warren 44484; 1500 McKinley Ave., Niles 44446; 301 W. Western Reserve Road, Poland 44514; and the corporate office, 5525 Silica Road, Austintown 44515.

Follow these guidelines for sending cards to service members: sign all of your cards; use generic salutations such as “Dear Service Member,” as cards addressed to specific individuals can’t be delivered through this program; only cards are being accepted and don’t have to be in envelopes; don’t include your email or home address on the cards as the program is not meant to foster pen pal relationships; don’t put anything in the cards, including photos, as these items, along with the envelopes, will be discarded during reviewing process; no glitter allowed as it can aggravate health issues of ill and injured warriors.

For more information contact Elida Cowles at 330-726-7110 Ext. 2318 or ecowles@shepherdofthevalley.com.

Lisbon Baptist food pantry open Thursday

LISBON – Lisbon Baptist food pantry will be open from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Thursday at 6428 Lisbon Road. Attendees are asked to bring identification.

Hannah Mullins School holding enrollment meeting

SALEM – Hannah E. Mullins School of Practical Nursing will hold an enrollment information meeting from 6 to 7 p.m. Dec. 8 at the Kent State University City Center, 230 N. Lincoln Ave., third floor.

Application are being accepted for th March 2016 class. The deadline for applying is Dec. 31. Reservations are required, before Dec. 4, to attend the meeting, at 330-332-8940 or hemspn@hemspn.com.

Resource Center will assists residents during tax season

EAST LIVERPOOL – The Ohio Association of Foodbanks has awarded the Family and Community Resource Center monies from the Ohio Benefit Bank (OBB) Tax Assistance Capacity Building Grant to assist with the 2015-16 OBB tax season.

The OBB online tax process is a free service provided to married couples making $95,000 or less filing jointly and others with household incomes of $65,000 or less.

The first tax clinic will be held from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Feb. 5, 2016, at Kent State University East Liverpool campus. Appointments are required at 234-567-0534, leaving your name and number.

Typically refunds are received in seven to 10 business days if directly deposited into a bank account. There are numerous tax clinic sessions to be held throughout Columbiana County.

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Make reservations for Way Station dinner

COLUMBIANA – Wednesday is the deadline for reservations for the free Thanksgiving dinner at the Way Station. This year’s dinner will be served at 1 p.m. Nov. 25 in the Upper Room Fellowship, 500 Sponseller Road, and includes donations from McDonald’s, Dutch Village Inn, Rita’s, and other local businesses. Individuals will be baking desserts, preparing turkeys and donating items needed for the dinner. To donate items, or to make a reservation, call 330-482-5072.

“Understanding Arthritis’ seminar offered

EAST PALESTINE – Covington Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation will offer a healthy living seminar, “Understanding Arthritis,” from 1 to 2 p.m. Wednesday presented by Jeffrey Cohen, D.O., Firestone Healthcare medical director. The seminar will be held at 100 Covington Drive (for GPS use 1700 Brookdale Drive). A complimentary lunch will be served. Reservations are not required. For more information contact 330-426-2920 or covingtonskilled.com.

Lisbon food pantry open Thursday

LISBON – Lisbon Baptist food pantry will be open from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Thursday at 6428 Lisbon Road. Attendees are asked to bring identification.

West Branch BOE to meet Thursday

BELOIT – The West Branch Local School Board of Education will hold a special meeting on Thursday. At 5:30 p.m. there will be an executive session to consider the possible discipline or discharge of a public employee(s). There may be board action. After the executive session the board will review and discuss regular meeting agenda items. The regular meeting follows at 7:30 p.m. in the high school media room, 14277 Main St.

Book signing set at Lepper Library

LISBON – Lepper Library will hold a book-signing from 1 to 4 p.m. Dec. 5 for Ruth Gerrard Cole’s, “Images of America: Lisbon.” This book was published by the Arcadia Company which features towns across the nation. Cole will also discuss the book at 3 p.m. Sign-up at the library or call 330-424-3117.

Nursing school plans enrollment meeting

SALEM – Hannah E. Mullins School of Practical Nursing will hold an enrollment information meeting from 6 to 7 p.m. Dec. 8 at the Kent State University City Center, 230 N. Lincoln Ave., third floor. Application are being accepted for th March 2016 class. The deadline for applying is Dec. 31. Reservations are required, before Dec. 4, to attend the meeting, at 330-332-8940 or hemspn@hemspn.com.

Tax clinic scheduled in East Liverpool

EAST LIVERPOOL – The Ohio Association of Foodbanks has awarded the Family and Community Resource Center monies from the Ohio Benefit Bank (OBB) Tax Assistance Capacity Building Grant to assist with the 2015-16 OBB tax season. The OBB online tax process is a free service provided to married couples making $95,000 or less filing jointly and others with household incomes of $65,000 or less.

The first tax clinic will be held from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Feb. 5, 2016, at Kent State University East Liverpool campus. Appointments are required at 234-567-0534, leaving your name and number. Typically refunds are received in seven to 10 business days if directly deposited into a bank account. There are numerous tax clinic sessions to be held throughout Columbiana County.

Southern Local food drive continues

SALINEVILLE – Students at Southern Local High School will continue their annual Thanksgiving food drive through Nov. 20. The campaign, held by the student council, is a competition between first period classes to win a reward. Each first-period class is collecting items and the one with the highest percent per student will receive doughnuts.

“We’re collecting canned goods and non-perishable food,” said advisor Alyssa Lockhart. “It will all go to the Salineville Food Bank.” The food drive has been a longtime campaign for the school which raised 493 food items plus $360 in cash for the cause.

Eagles Auxiliary dues changed

SALEM – Due to a change at state, the dues for members of Salem Eagles Auxiliary #316, have been changed. Dues are due by Nov. 30. Ten dollars will take each member to May, or pay $30 that will take each member to May 2017. For more information on dues contact President Marlene Chestnut at 234-564-7313.

Rabies vaccination clinic set at Angels

CANFIELD A rabies vaccination clinic will be held from 1 to 4 p.m. Dec. 12 at Angles for Animals, 4750 W. South Range Road.

This event is sponsored by Mahoning County District Board of Health in partnership with Richard Nokes, DVM and Angels for Animals. Cost is $6 per shot, cash only.

Rabies vaccination for all dogs, cats and ferrets over 3 months of age is required in Mahoning County. No appointment is necessary. Pet owners must have their pets on a leash, in a carrier, or carried in a cloth pillowcase. For more information contact mahoninghealth.org or 330-270-2855 Ext. 2.

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Salem Senior Citizens meeting, dinner set Wednesday

SALEM – The Salem Senior Citizens meeting and Thanksgiving dinner begins at noon Wednesday at the Memorial Building, 785 E. State St.

Salem Music Study Club to meet Wednesday

SALEM Members of the Salem Music Study Club will meet at 7 p.m. Wednesday in the parlor of the education building beside Emmanuel Lutheran Church. The upcoming holiday season and a program on American Music Month will be discussed. A proclamation will be presented, while Ray Wagner and Mike Newman chair the program. Refreshments will be served. Guests are welcome.

East Palestine Grace Lutheran Church food panty open

EAST PALESTINE – The food pantry at the East Palestine Grace Lutheran Church will be open from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Nov. 18 for East Palestine School District residents.

Veterans invited to dinner at Deerfield Masonic Hall

DEERFIELD -All veterans are invited to a free soup and salad dinner from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Thursday at Deerfield Masonic Hall, 2380 state Route 225, hosted by Palmy Chapter #114 Order of the Eastern Star.

Cost for others is $6 which includes your choice of homemade soups, salad, dessert and beverages. Carryouts are available. Proceeds are used for the chapter’s philanthropic efforts.

Stuff-a-Cruiser Food Drive set at Salem Walmart

SALEM – The Columbiana County Sheriff’s office will hold its second annual Stuff-a-Cruiser Food Drive from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday, Nov. 20, at the Salem Walmart. Uniformed deputies will be there collecting non-perishable food items for area needy families for this holiday season. All the items collected will be taken to the Salem Salvation Army for disbursement.

Western to be screened at Lepper Library matinee

LISBON – A Western starring Alan Ladd and Jean Arthur will be screened at 2:30 p.m. Nov. 30 at Lepper Library’s classic movie matinee.

A class on Android devices taught by Skyler Baum will be held from 4 to 6 p.m. Dec. 7 followed by an Apple devices class from 4 to 6 p.m. Dec. 14.

Sign-up for these events at the library or call 33-424-3117.

Wellness Wednesday to be held at Salem Library Dec. 9

SALEM – Salem Public Library’s Wellness Wednesday program begins at 6:30 p.m. Dec. 9 in the Quaker Room. Martial arts and women’s self-defense instructor Mike Viola of Salem Self-Pro Martial Arts will lead the class, with assistance from his staff, to teach protective techniques to defend against a would-be attacker. This class is open to the public free of charge. Registration is required at salem.lib.oh.us or 330-332-0042.

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Book sale planned at East Palestine Library

EAST PALESTINE – A book sale will be held from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. today and Saturday at the East Palestine Memorial Public Library, sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Paperback and hardback books will be sold at $3 per bag. Bags will be furnished. Puzzles, DVDs and CDs are 50 cents each and magazines are10 cents each.

The Friends of the Library will have a booth at the holiday craft show from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday at East Palestine Elementary School. Christmas books, cookbooks and bulldog cutouts will be available for sale.

Benefit for Miriam Good to be held Sunday

SALEM – A benefit for Miriam Good will be held from noon to 5 p.m. Sunday at the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 892, 496 Arch St. A chili dinner with cornbread will be available for $3.

In addition to a raffle, there will be over 90 Chinese auction items, 10 silent auction items, a 50/50 drawing and bake sale. Door prizes will be awarded every hour. Several baskets have been donated, including do terra, Stamping Up!, thirty-one, Auto Zone and Mary Kay.

Tickets for the raffle are $5 each or three for $10. The grand prize is a whole hog donated by Blackwood Pet Food of Lisbon. The first and second-place raffle winners will each receive a half hog donated by Blackwood. United Quilt Guild will donate a quilt to the third-place winner; the fourth-place winner will receive a refinished antique dresser from Ron Good; and the fifth-place winner receives a shop vac from Home Depot. Winners need not be present to win prizes. To purchase raffle tickets, to donate or volunteer, call or text Kelly Wetzler at 330-559-7442.

Holiday safety topic at Beaver Township Crime Watch

NORTH LIMA – The next Beaver Township Crime Watch meeting begins at 7 p.m. Nov. 24 at Shepherd of the Valley, 9111 Sharrott Road. This month’s speaker is Beaver Police Department Officer Tracy Polak who will discuss holiday safety, personal safety, driving safety, etc.

“Holiday Traditions” program set at Salem Library

SALEM – The Salem Public Library’s program, “Holiday Traditions,” presented by Christopher Kenney, director of education at McKinley Presidential Library and Museum, will be held from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Dec. 2 in the Quaker Room. This program explores the history behind cherished traditions and symbols of the holiday season including Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, Christmas trees, candy canes, mistletoe, holly, poinsettias, gingerbread houses and Santa Claus. Registration is required at salem.lib.oh.us or 330-332-0042.

Thanksgiving Meal offered at Alliance Salvation Army

ALLIANCE – The University of Mount Union’s Regula Center for Public Service and Civic Engagement is teaming up with the Salvation Army to hold a community Thanksgiving Meal from noon to 2 p.m. Nov. 21.

The event will be held at the Alliance Salvation Army, 57 W. Main St. The meal is free and open to anyone who wishes to spend time with fellow community members. The menu offers turkey, mashed potatoes, corn, yams, stuffing, green bean casserole, rolls, salad, dessert and beverages.

“Our hope is to provide a hot Thanksgiving meal along with fun and fellowship to more than 500 people,” said Abby Honaker, assistant director of the Regula Center. “We can only do this with support from the community through monetary donations, donations of desserts and many volunteers.”

The annual Thanksgiving meal started as an event put on by a campus organization but has since been facilitated by the Regula Center. Typically, more than 60 volunteers, including Mount Union students, faculty, staff and community members, help put the event on. To volunteer or donate desserts or monetary donations contact Honaker at 330-204-4663 or honakeal@mountunion.edu.

Youngstown Shrine Club plans chili cook-off

NORTH LIMA – The Youngstown Shrine Club at 1735 W. South Range Road will hold its annual Ray Dudik Memorial “Chili Cook-off” on Nov. 28, before and during the Ohio State vs. Michigan college football game. The public is invited.

There will be door prizes, food (chili recipes for the tasting and judging) and refreshments. Bring your favorite chili recipe for tasting and judging. Tickets are $25 at the door or in advance from Jim Hazlett 330-533-1847. Doors open two hours before kickoff.

Canfield Community Concert Band to hold concerts

CANFIELD -The Canfield Community Concert Band will perform two Christmas concerts with a mix of modern and traditional holiday music. At 7 p.m. Dec. 1, the band will do a benefit concert at the Crestview Performing Arts Center on Crestview Road in Columbiana for the Crestview Music Boosters. There is no charge for admittance, but monetary donations will be accepted.

The band will also perform at 5 p.m. Dec. 6 at the Church of the Nazarene on North Elm Street in Columbiana. The concert is free and open to the public.

Included in the program are Leroy Anderson’s “Sleigh Ride,” plus “How the Grinch Stole Christmas” arranged by Larry Clark, and a slightly different take on traditional melodies titled “Minor Alterations” by David Lovrien.

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Pancake breakfast set in New Waterford

NEW WATERFORD The public is invited to a pancake breakfast from 8 to 11 a.m. Saturday at the New Waterford United Methodist Church, 46925 S. State St. Donations will be accepted.

“Kids For Kids” auction planned in Damascus

DAMASCUS – The “Kids For Kids” benefit auction begins at 4 p.m. Saturday at the Damascus United Methodist Church, 300 Valley Road. Auction services are donated by Kiko Auctions. This event is being sponsored by the children of the church. All proceeds will be donated to various children’s missions.

Since the first auction, the children have raised more than $30,000 for missions. Over 150 brand new quality items will be available for the adults to bid on including gift certificates, gift baskets, holiday items, etc.

Children will enjoy a separate children’s auction with a “junior” auctioneer. Parents can purchase “kids cash” in advance so they know just how much their child can spend. The kids’ auction is held in a separate area with lots of adult supervision.

Food will be available for purchase. Doors open at 3:30 p.m. For more information call 330-537-3031.

Ham dinner set in East Rochester Saturday

EAST ROCHESTER – A ham dinner will be served from 4 to 7:30 p.m. Saturday at East Rochester United Methodist Church, 24754 U.S. Route 30. The meal includes scalloped potatoes, green beans, applesauce, cole slaw, rolls, old-fashioned pies/desserts and beverages. Cost is $9 for adults and $5 for children 10 and under.

Donations are encouraged. Dine-in and pick-up are available or call ahead at 330-894-2515.

All proceeds will benefit the church’s stained-glass window restoration project and missions.

Benefit for Miriam Good to be held Saturday

SALEM – A benefit for Miriam Good will be held from noon to 5 p.m. Sunday at the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 892, 496 Arch St. A chili dinner with cornbread will be available for $3.

In addition to a raffle, there will be a Chinese auction, 50/50 drawing and bake sale. Door prizes will be awarded every hour. Several baskets have been donated, including do terra, Stamping Up!, thirty-one, Auto Zone and Mary Kay.

Tickets for the raffle are $5 each or three for $10. The grand prize is a whole hog donated by Blackwood Pet Food of Lisbon. The first and second-place raffle winners will each receive a half hog donated by Blackwood. United Quilt Guild will donate a quilt to the third-place winner; the fourth-place winner will receive a refinished antique dresser from Ron Good; and the fifth-place winner receives a shop vac from Home Depot.

Winners need not be present to win prizes. To purchase raffle tickets, to donate or volunteer, call or text Kelly Wetzler at 330-559-7442.

Chicken noodle soup, roast beef featured at Banquet

SALEM – A memorial dinner in honor of Don Riley, provided by his family, will be served during the Banquet in Salem from 5 to 7 p.m. Monday at the Memorial Building, 785 E. State St.

The menu offers chicken noodle soup, roast beef, mashed potatoes and gravy, corn, applesauce, fresh fruit and vegetables and ice cream sundaes.

Additional sponsors are needed. For more information call Patty Colian at 330-831-2169.

Red Cross plans open house at Youngstown office

YOUNGSTOWN – The American Red Cross is hosting a “Good People Help” open house from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday at the Red Cross chapter office, 3530 Belmont Ave., Youngstown. Refreshments served.

The Red Cross has an immediate urgent need for volunteers to join its Save-a-Life teams and are seeking team members in Ashtabula, Trumbull, Mahoning, Columbiana and Jefferson counties. Volunteers will be trained to install smoke detectors in homes that have requested them. Volunteer commitments range from four hours a month and up.

East Palestine Band fruit sale under way

EAST PALESTINE – The East Palestine Band is having a fruit sale from Nov. 12-20. To order contact any member of the band or East Palestine Band Parent President Leigh Ann Jones at 330-314-2618.

Christmas Craft Show set at Salem Slovak Club

SALEM – The Salem Slovak Club will host its 14th annual Christmas Craft Show on Dec. 5 at the club, 313 S. Ellsworth Ave. The public is invited, free of charge, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Table space is available by calling 330-337-8426.

Healthy living seminar set at Covington Skilled Nursing

EAST PALESTINE – Covington Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation will offer a healthy living seminar, “Understanding Arthritis,” from 1 to 2 p.m. Nov. 18 presented by Medical Director Jeffrey Cohen, D.O. from Firestone Healthcare.

The seminar will be held at 100 Covington Drive, East Palestine (for GPS use 1700 Brookdale Drive). A complimentary lunch will be served. Reservations are not required. For more information contact 330-426-2920 or covingtonskilled.com.

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Rummage sale planned at New Garden church

NEW GARDEN – A rummage sale will be held at the New Garden United Methodist Church, 7165 Route 9. The public is invited from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday and 9 a.m. to noon Saturday. Shoppers can fill a bag for $2.

Winter Crisis Program applications taken in Lisbon

LISBON – Applications for the Winter Crisis Program will be accepted from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday at the Community Action Agency’s Super Saturday Event at 7860 Lincole Place (lower level).

The Winter Crisis Program provides assistance to low-income households that have had utilities disconnected, face a utility shut-off, or bulk fuel that is at 25 percent or less of its capacity. Income eligibility is based on the household’s previous 90 days gross income at 175 percent of the federal poverty guidelines. Households with a member who is classified as permanently or totally disabled must provide proof at the time of interview.

Any information provided by clients will be retained and may be shared with the utility company. For more information contact 330-424-4013 or caaofcc.org/HEAP.htm.

“Fly-by” carryout dinner offered at First Friends Church

SALEM -A “fly-by” carryout dinner will be available from 4 to 6 p.m., or until sold out, Nov. 19, at the First Friends Church, 1028 Jennings Ave. The menu offers glazed ham loaf, cheesy potatoes, seasoned green beans, roll and homemade cake. Cost is $8. To reserve your dinner in advance call the church office at 330-332-0001. The church cookbook, featuring 500 recipes, will also be available to purchase at $12.

Seats still open on bus trip to Ross park Mall

SALEM – Seats are still available for the Salem Community Center’s (SCC) bus trip to the Ross Park Mall on Dec. 4. The bus departs the SCC at 8:30 a.m. and returns around 6 p.m. Cost is $21 for SCC members and $24 for non-members. To register call 330-332-5885.

Nursing school rakes applications for March class

SALEM – Hannah E. Mullins School of Practical Nursing is accepting applications for its March 2016 class. The deadline for applying is Dec. 31.

An enrollment information meeting will be held from 6 to 7 p.m. Dec. 8 at the Kent State City Center, 230 N. Lincoln Ave., third floor. Reservations are required by Dec. 4 by calling 330-332-8940.

Fast and Furriest 5k, Dog Dash III planned

SALEM – The Fast and Furriest 5k and Dog Dash III will be held on Nov. 14 at Waterworth Park. The registration fee for the 5k is $20 and begins at 7:30 a.m. The 5k run/walk starts at 9:15 a.m. The top three male, female and first place in age group will receive medals.

The 500 meter dog dash is a free event and starts at 8:45 a.m. Top three winners will receive a medal for owner and animal. All pets must be leashed. Proceeds benefit the Humane Society of Columbiana County. Participants will receive chances to win door prizes and a long sleeve T-shirt. A hot dog lunch is provided along with snacks and a basket raffle.

Canned food drive set in Columbiana

COLUMBIANA – During the Rockin’ Around the Town Square Christmas Rock Concert, Main Street Theater and Crown Theater Productions will hold a canned food drive to benefit the Way Station food pantry.

Local businesses are asked to donate a decorated wreath that will be displayed in the windows of the former Encore Cafe, 11 N. Main St. During the shows, attendees will have the opportunity to purchase tickets ($1 per ticket, six for $5 and 15 for $10) and place them in the “hat” associated with the wreath they are interested in winning. The winners will be drawn on Dec. 13. All proceeds will go to the food pantry to purchase food for local families.

Wreaths may be dropped off from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Nov. 16th and 18; and 1 to 3 p.m. and 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Nov. 17 and 19 at Main Street Theater.

The Rockin’ Around the Town Square Christmas Rock Concert begins at 8 p.m. Nov. 20 and 21 and 2 p.m. Nov. 22. “White Christmas” begins at 8 p.m. Dec. 4, 5, 11 and 12 and 2 p.m. Dec. 6 and 13. For more information call Dawn Arthurs at 330-207-1354 or Deb Salmen at 330-482-9647 Ext. 2.

Columbiana County auditor’s website upgraded

LISBON – Columbiana County Auditor Nancy Milliken announced Tuesday that the auditor’s website (columbianacntyauditor.org) has been upgraded to take advantage of new technology and availability of improved data. Beginning Nov. 16, the site will include a new look and greater functionality for the taxpayers. Some of the enhancements will include:

1. A new portfolio feature that will allow users to store multiple parcels for easy access when using a registered account (that can be set up by users, such as real estate brokers, bankers, and others) who have the need to “refresh” parcel information that they have previously reviewed.

2. The ability to enlarge sketches of property in order to provide easier viewing of the drawings.

3. Improvements to the sales search to make parcel comparisons easier and faster.

4. A new tax estimator that will provide estimated taxes and levy amounts based upon a value entered by the property owner(s).

5. A provision to allow the future addition of Geographical Information System data and maps to assist political subdivisions and planning officials.

Milliken said she will continue to make adjustments and improvements to the site in order to provide information and assistance to the property owners and subdivisions.

For more information contact her at 330-424-9515 or auditor@columbianacntyauditor.org.

Part 2 of Vietnam War series set at Leetonia Library

LEETONIA- Paul Rohrbaugh will present part two of his series on the Vietnam War, “Power and Arrogance: America’s War in Vietnam,” at 6 p.m. Monday at the Leetonia Community Public Library. The third and final talk on the subject, “No peace, no honor: The End of America’s War and the Fall of South Vietnam,” will be 6 p.m. Dec. 7. The events are free and open to the public.

Food drive under way at Canfield Middle School

CANFIELD – Canfield Village Middle School Student Council members are hosting a canned food drive. The canned food is being collected until Nov. 20 in collection bins in the main entrance of the school. The food will be donated to Second Harvest Food Bank.

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Columbiana United Methodist offers ham dinner today

COLUMBIANA – A drive-thru ham dinner will be served from 4 to 6 p.m. today at Columbiana United Methodist Church. Cost is $7.

Veterans assembly planned at West Branch High School

BELOIT – West Branch High School will hold a veterans assembly at 8 a.m. Wednesday in the high school auditorium. All veterans and community members are invited to attend and asked to park in the front or south side parking lot and enter through the auditorium doors.

Veterans Day ceremony set at Columbiana school

COLUMBIANA – Columbiana High School and Southside Middle School are hosting the 2015 Veterans Day ceremony at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday in the high school gymnasium. A reception will follow for all veterans. Reservations are required by calling Charles Miller at 330-482-3818 Ext. 34331.

Texas Roadhouse restaurants offer free lunch to vets

ALLIANCE – All veterans or active military personnel are invited to a free lunch from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Wednesday at all Texas Roadhouse restaurants. Veterans or active military personnel are asked to bring their military identification, Veterans Affairs card, or discharge papers and select a free entree and soft drink/tea from the veterans lunch menu.

Craft show planned at United Grange Friday-Saturday

EAST PALESTINE – A craft show will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday and Saturday at Unity Grange on state Route 170. Food will be served from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Carryouts are available.

The next round and square dance is slated from 8 to 11 p.m. Nov. 20 at the grange. The public is invited.

Unity will host Pomona Grange at 7 p.m. Dec. 21. The Columbiana County delegates to the Ohio State Grange convention will give their report at that time.

Blood drive set at Damascus church Nov. 17

DAMASCUS – The Damascus, Beloit and Goshen Center Ruritan clubs are co-sponsoring an American Red Cross blood drive from 1 to 7 p.m. Nov. 17 at the Damascus United Methodist Church on Valley Road.

Christmas bulb-forcing class offered in Lisbon

LISBON – A Christmas bulb-forcing class will be held from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Nov. 18 at Lepper Library. Cost is $6 for the pot, soil and bulbs.

The classic movie matinee at 2:30 p.m. Nov. 30 features a western.

Sign-up for both events at the library or 330-424-3117.

Country Wind Farmers 4-H sells pumpkin rolls

LISBON – The Country Wind Farmers 4-H group is selling homemade pumpkin rolls for Thanksgiving. Cost is $15 for large and $10 for small. Payment is due by Nov. 20. The pumpkin rolls will be available by Nov. 24 with delivery to Salem and Lisbon if needed. To order call Marlana Smith at 330-205-9365 or Kim Courtney at 330-831-6434.

SRMC Auxiliary plans book fair Nov. 23-24

SALEM – Salem Regional Medical Center (SRMC) Auxiliary’s Book Fair, which features a large selection of books and seasonal items at discounted prices, will take place from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 23 and 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 24 in SRMC’s private dining room, located next to the cafeteria on the hospital’s ground floor.

Event proceeds will benefit the auxiliary, which raises funds to support patient services and programs at SRMC. For more information, call 330-332-7126.

Church Women United to meet for lunch Nov. 23

SALEM – Church Women United’s luncheon meeting begins at 12:30 p.m. Nov. 23 at the First Baptist Church, 1290 E. State St. All area women are invited.

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Alchemy Acres to host spaghetti dinner Sunday

SALEM – Alchemy Acres Animal Sanctuary will host a spaghetti dinner from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday at the Salem Italian American Club, 250 Penn Ave. Tickets may be purchased at the door or in advance at 330-332-4897. Cost is $7 per ticket and free for children under 5. The meal includes spaghetti with meatballs, salad or applesauce, Italian bread, coffee, tea or lemonade and dessert.

The event will feature a Chinese auction with a Ridgid Shop Vac, Al Rosen 1953 autographed photo with a new Wilson mitt and a snow cone machine as some of the more notable items. A 50/50 raffle and carryout bake sale will also be held. Carryout dinners are available by calling 330-337-8817. All proceeds benefit the animals at the sanctuary.

Veterans invited to program at United High

HANOVERTON – All area veterans are invited to attend a program honoring their service at 9 a.m. Tuesday at United Local High School. Family members are also welcome to attend.

Primanti Brothers offers free sandwich to military, vets

BOARDMAN – On Veterans Day, Nov. 11, Primanti Brothers at 6731 South Ave. will be giving a bit of its best as a way of saying thank you to active duty military personnel and veterans. From 4 p.m. until close, men and women who have answered our nation’s call can get a free Primanti Brothers sandwich. No additional purchase is necessary.

Primanti Brother’s free sandwich offer is available at all locations in Pennsylvania, Ohio, West Virginia and Florida excluding Consol Energy Center. Veterans and active duty military personnel are asked to provide proof of service which includes: U.S. Uniform Services Identification Card, U.S. Uniform Services Retired Identification Card, Current Leave and Earnings Statement, Veterans Organization Card, photograph in uniform or wearing uniform, DD214, Citation or Commendation.

Rummage sale planned at Zion Hill Church

COLUMBIANA – The public is invited to a rummage sale from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 13 and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Nov. 14 at Zion Hill Church, 14550 New Buffalo Road. Lunch will be available for purchase on Nov. 13.

Breakfast offered at North Benton Presbyterian

NORTH BENTON – An all-you-can-eat breakfast will be served from 7:30 to 11 a.m. Nov. 14 at North Benton Presbyterian Church, 19070 North Benton Road W. Cost is $6.50 for adults and $3.50 for ages 6 -12. Carryouts are available.

Breakfast planned at Salineville’s Kiwanis park

SALINEVILLE – An all-you-can-eat breakfast will be served from 7:30 to 10:30 a.m. Nov. 14 in the Russell Reight Building at Kiwanis Park. Cost is $7 for adults and $4 for children under 12. Carryouts are available.

Antique Tractor Association’s awards banquet set

ALLIANCE – Columbiana County Antique Tractor Association’s awards banquet begins at 6:30 p.m. Nov. 14 at Mile Branch Grange, 495 Knox School Road. Cost is $15 per person. Reservations may be made by calling 330-310-5413 or 330-814-7245.

Benefit spaghetti dinner planned in New Waterford

NEW WATERFORD – A benefit spaghetti dinner, Chinese auction and 50/50 raffle will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. Nov. 14 at New Waterford Community Building, 3760 Village Park Drive. All proceeds from the event will benefit McKenzie Toker, mother of three children, who has been diagnosed with stage four lung cancer. Dine-in or carryout is available. The menu offers spaghetti, salad, bread and dessert. Cost is $6 per person. The dinner is sponsored by Humtown Products.

EP?Chamber to host holiday craft show

EAST PALESTINE – The East Palestine Chamber of Commerce is hosting the annual holiday craft show and Chinese auction from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 14 at East Palestine Elementary School, 195 W. Grant St. Admission is free. Vendor space is still available at $30 per table. Homemade food will be available including sloppy joes, hot chicken sandwiches, macaroni salad, nachos, cheese and meat platter, walking tacos and beverages.For more information contact Bonnie Davis at 330-271-1979 or bkddavis74@yahoo.com.

Remove decorations from Grove Hill Cemetery

HANOVERTON – All summer flowers and decorations must be removed from Grove Hill Cemetery by Nov. 19.

Baked potato luncheon planned at Firestone Park

COLUMBIANA – Meals on Wheels will host a dine in or carryout baked potato luncheon from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nov. 21 at Ice Castle pavilion at Firestone Park. The menu offers a baked potato with soup, salad, dessert and beverage for $7. Call ahead curbside service is available at 330-482-0366.

“Chords of Christmas Live” to aid food bank

YOUNGSTOWN – Dunkin’ Donuts and 21 WFMJ will present “The Chords of Christmas Live” to raise funds for Project: Feed Our Valley to benefit the Second Harvest Food Bank. The concert begins at 8 p.m. Dec. 11 at the Ford Family Recital Hall in the DeYor Performing Arts Center, 260 W. Federal St., Youngstown. All tickets are $20 (plus box office fees) and the entire $20 from each ticket sold will be donated to the food bank. To purchase tickets visit youngstownsymphony.com/calendar or call the box office at 330-744-0264.

“The Chords of Christmas” is northeastern Ohio’s Rockin’ Christmas experience. The group consists of 10 professionally trained musicians, vocalists and narrators who perform Christmas music from the Trans-Siberian Orchestra and other holiday favorites. The group also tells an original Christmas story that is narrated between songs. To learn more about the group search “Chords of Christmas” on Facebook.

Second Harvest Food Bank of the Mahoning Valley, a member of Feeding America, provides food to those in need in the tri-county area. For more information contact mahoningvalleysecondharvest.org or 330-792-5522.

Salem 1991 sponsors poinsettia sale

SALEM – The Salem High School Class of 1991 is selling poinsettias in a variety of colors including red, pink, white, marble and white glitter.

As part of its Pay It Forward campaign, the Class of 1991 will be selling the holiday flowers with 100 percent of proceeds to benefit the SHS Alumni Scholarship Fund.

Orders will be taken until Monday, Nov. 23. Flowers may be picked up on Friday, Dec. 4, in the SHS auditorium lobby after between 4 to 6:30 p.m. The flowers are grown locally in Northeast Ohio and are very competitively priced: 4.5-inch pots are $8; 6.5-inch single stem are $14; 7.5-inch double stem are $20; 8.6-inch triple stem are $25; and amaryllis, cyclamen and hydrangea are also available for $20.

Payment is preferred via PayPal at: SalemOhioClassof1991@hotmail.com. You may also email your orders to the same or contact Carmen Keener via Facebook or at CarmenKeener@hotmail.com. The Class of ’91 anticipates selling Easter lilies, tulips, hyacinths and daffodils, as well as hanging baskets for Mother’s Day. If successful, this will be an annual project where you can count on buying quality flowers at competitive prices, while simultaneously supporting the SHS Alumni Scholarship Fund.

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‘Cash Mob’ will be held Nov. 28-29 in Salem

SALEM – A “Cash Mob” will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 28 and 29 in businesses in the north, south, east and west ends of Salem and the downtown business district. A cash mob is a group of individuals who come together and shop at local stores within a certain time period to spike sales and support the local economy.

Customers who spend $20 or more during the event (perishable grocery items and gas are excluded) and enter their signed receipts at Consumers National Bank, Home Savings and Loan, Farmers National Bank or the Look Nook Gift Shop at Salem Regional Medical Center before Dec. 2 will be entered into a drawing for a chance to win prizes.

Prizes include: first place, $100 plus three tickets for the “12 Days of Christmas Raffle;” second place, $75 plus three tickets for the raffle; and third place, $50 plus three tickets for the raffle.

For more information contact the Salem Area Chamber of commerce at 330-337-3473 or tlpeppel@salemohiochamber.org.

Bus trip reservations being accepted for ‘Deck the Halls’

SALEM – Reservations are being accepted for the bus trip to Stan Hywet Hall and Gardens on Dec. 12. Sponsored by the Salem Memorial Building Association, this is the third year for the popular “Deck the Halls” Christmas celebration at the third largest estate in the United States still open to the public. The historic Manor House will be decorated and inspired by this year’s theme of “Home for the Holidays.” The estate is illuminated inside and out with over 800,000 lights including “Dazzle,” a fantastic outdoor light show animated to music, Gingerbread Land for children and the decorated Corbin Conservatory. Tree lighting takes place with Santa each evening.

Tickets are $35 for adults and $30 for youth which includes bus transportation and an admission ticket. This trip is limited to the first 45 to register by calling Shane Franks at 330-332-5512. For more information visit salemparksandrecreation.com.

Salem Historical Society will conduct roundtable on Sunday

SALEM – Salem Historical Society will conduct its monthly history roundtable titled, “Downtown Doings,” from 4 to 5 p.m. Sunday in the Dale Shaffer Library meeting room, 239 S. Lundy Ave. For more information call the society at 330-337-8514.

Salem Historical Society will honor veterans on Tuesday

SALEM – In recognition of Veterans Day, the Salem Historical Society will honor the men and women who have and those who continue to serve our country in protecting our freedoms.

The meeting is open to the public at 7 p.m. Tuesday at the Dale Shaffer Library, 239 S. Lundy Ave.

The program, preceded by a brief business session, will be presented by U.S. Air Force Reserve Major Scott Allen, commander of the 910th Logistics Readiness Squadron. All veterans are invited, especially those from World War II and the Korean War, for special recognition. Greeter will be Trustee David Dunn. Trustee Alice Deatherage will provide refreshments.

Columbiana Chamber of Commerce hosting breakfast

COLUMBIANA – The Columbiana Area Chamber of Commerce will host a business breakfast at 7:30 a.m. Nov. 13 at Das Dutch Haus.

Information on “How to Grow Your Business Through Social Media” will be provided by Matthew White, Columbiana Public Library technology coordinator.

Cost is $10 for chamber members and $15 for non-members. Reservations are required by calling the chamber office at 330-482-3822.

Scholarship Foundation holding ‘A Night at the Races’

HANOVERTON – The United Community Scholarship Foundation will host “A Night at the Races” on Nov. 14 at Guilford Lake Grille, 7094 Eastlake Road, Lisbon.

Doors open at 6 p.m. Betting windows open at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are available at the door at $10 per person. There will be 10 horse races, blackjack, roulette and raffle baskets.

Crown Theater Productions hosting free bingo on Nov. 14

COLUMBIANA – Crown Theater Productions will host a free bingo at 6:15 p.m. Nov. 14 at Main Street Theater.

A free movie follows at 7 p.m. Join the Family Movie Club to find out what is playing at crowntheaterproductions.org.

Christ the King Anglican Church plans veterans lunch

COLUMBIANA – Christ the King Anglican Church is hosting a veterans recognition lunch at noon Nov. 14 at the Church Parish Hall, 202 E. Park Ave.

An honor wall will be dedicated which features service pictures of the six men from the congregation who served in the armed forces. Michael Ferraro of Boardman, a World War II veteran, will speak.

Local veterans are invited to the lunch. Reservations are required, and transportation available, by calling 330-385-7670.

Jerusalem Lutheran Church preschool holding luncheon

COLUMBIANA – Jerusalem Lutheran Church Preschool at 415 S. Main St. is hosting its annual soup and sandwich luncheon from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Nov. 15. Carryouts begin at 10 a.m. Raffle basket winners do not have to be present to win.

Mercy Health hosting informative night out

CANFIELD – Mercy Health Youngstown, Man Up Mahoning Valley and Yellow Brick Place will host an informative night out for men (and women) from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Nov. 18 at Yellow Brick Place, 2959 Canfield Road, Suite 10.

Featured speakers are Dr. Dan Ricchiuti, a urologist at NEO Urology Associates, and prostate cancer survivor Steve Burbrink. Following their presentations, Dr. Ricchiuti and Burbrink will answer questions and refreshments will be served. For information call 234-228-9550 or 330-480-3181.

Columbiana Women’s Club taking poinsettias orders

COLUMBIANA – The Columbiana Women’s Club is now taking orders for poinsettias. Six-inch pots in red, white or pink are $10 each and available for pick-up from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Nov. 20 at the club. Place your order by calling Dorothy Bieshelt at 330-482-3966.

The annual Christmas luncheon is slated 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nov. 21. Lunch will include quiche, butternut squash soup, green salad and holiday cookies. Tickets may be purchased at Vivian’s on Main Street for $12 each. Reservations may be made by calling Dawn Lichtenwalner at 702-219-1208. There are two seating times, 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 12:30 to 2 p.m.

Southern Local Band will perform Christmas concert

SALINEVILLE – The Southern Local High School Marching Band will host a free community Christmas concert on Nov. 28 at Salineville United Methodist Church.

The junior and senior high groups will have several performances, plus they will participate in the community parade at 5 p.m. The first event will feature grades five to seven and will be held at 4 p.m. before the parade, while the second concert starts at 6 p.m. featuring the high school band and chorus. Santa Claus will appear at Kiwanis Park across from the church.

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Leetonia Winter Extravaganza set

LEETONIA – Leetonia’s Winter Extravaganza will be held from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Friday in the Leetonia High School cafetorium. Vendors and crafters include Party Lite, Paparazzi, Advocare/Spark, Velata, Tastefully Simple, Upper Case Living, Lilla Rose-hair jewelry, Pampered Chef, Younique and Scentsy.

Church Women United plan lunch

SALEM – Church Women United will observe the annual World Community Day at a luncheon on Friday at the First Christian Church, 1151 E. Sixth St. Ladies of the church will provide a light lunch at 12:30 p.m. Pastor Leonard Moore will speak.

Church Women United is an ecumenical organization of Christian women who are working to strengthen their families. Women of all faiths are welcome.

Steak fry set at Salem Heritage Inn

SALEM – The Teamster Horseman Motorcycle Association-Youngstown Chapter is hosting a steak fry from 4 to 7 p.m. Saturday at the Salem Heritage Inn on West Fourth Street. Cost is $15 per person. A $1,000 Fin, Feather & Fur certificate will be raffled off. Music will be provided by the DeadSet Theory band. All proceeds benefit the Memorial Scholarship Fund and the Toys for Tots toy drive.

Salem 1972 to hold fundraiser

SALEM – The Salem High School Class of 1972 is holding a fundraiser from noon to 4 p.m. Sunday in the Giant Eagle lobby. There will be a 50/50 drawing and basket raffle featuring 26 baskets. Winners will be drawn at 4 p.m. and do not have to be present to win. Proceeds benefit the group’s upcoming 45th-year reunion.

Pianists to perform at EP?High

EAST PALESTINE – “A Celebration with Carson and Jarred” begins at 3 p.m. Sunday in the East Palestine High School auditorium. Doors open at 2:30 p.m. The concert will feature local pianists Carson Weingart and Jarred Walker. Proceeds from the event will support the instrumental music program at East Palestine Schools.

The concert will be highlighted by Ferrante and Teicher hits, a tribute to Liberace, xylophone features, and a thrilling rendition of “MacArthur Park,” accompanied by East Palestine High School seniors, Jamie Molnar, Cassie Thornton, Carson Rutledge and East Palestine Band Director Jennifer Mollenkopf.

Advance tickets are $12 and may be purchased from any East Palestine Band member or by calling 330-426-9401. Tickets at the door are $15.

Drivers Ed set at Beaver Local

LISBON – Driver education classes will begin Monday at Beaver Local High School. All area students are eligible to attend, including home schooled students. To register call 330-532-2878 or 412-974-8858.

Lunch planned at Senior Moments Cafe

WINONA – The Senior Moments Cafe is open to all area residents over age 55. A free lunch will be served from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Nov. 11 at the Winona Friends Family Life Center on Whinnery Road. Veterans will be honored.

Columbiana sets Veterans Day ceremony

COLUMBIANA – Columbiana High School and South Side Middle School will host its annual Veterans Day ceremony at 2 p.m. Nov. 11 in the high school gymnasium. All veterans are invited to attend. For more information or reservations contact Charles Miller at 330-482-3818 Ext. 34331.

Barnes & Noble offers holiday events

BOARDMAN – Barnes & Noble has announced its upcoming holiday events. The All-American Art Unwind where you connect, create, color and experiment with different art styles, coloring tools and participate in an online collaborative art project will be held from noon to 5 p.m. Nov. 14 in the store.

Vinyl Day will be held Nov. 21 all day. Attendees will celebrate music and vinyl with activities, giveaways, exclusives and special discounts.

Storytimes include: “Elf on the Shelf,” 11 a.m. Nov. 28; “Polar Express” storytime with activities, 7 p.m. Dec. 4; “How the Grinch Stole Christmas,” 11 a.m. Dec. 5; Waiting is Not Easy,” 11 a.m. Dec. 12; and “How to Catch Santa,” 11 a.m. Dec. 19.

Sebring Railroad Club open house

SEBRING – The Sebring Model Railroad Club 216 E. Pennsylvania Ave. is hosting its annual open house Nov. 14, 15, 21 and 22. The public is invited from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Its HO scale railroad, the Ohio and Western Allegheny, is located inside a former Pennsylvania Railroad station next to the Norfolk Southern Lines, formerly the Conrail tracks. Before Conrail, the tracks belonged to the standard railroad of the world, the Pennsylvania Railroad.

Admission is $4 per person. Refreshments will be available for purchase. Proceeds help maintain the clubhouse and layout.

United Local plans USO show

HANOVERTON – The United Local Drama Department will present its United Service Organization (USO) show titled, “People Remember: A World War II Story” at 6:30 p.m. Nov. 20-21. This dinner theater will present personal stories of memories veterans have of their time in the war with the music of the 1940s presented by United Local students. The veterans in the audience will be honored during the finale. Tickets are now on sale in the high school office during school hours. Cost is $9 for adults, $7 for students and senior citizens and free for veterans. There are no walk-ins.

SRMC offers free sibling class

SALEM – To help siblings prepare for the arrival of a new baby, Salem Regional Medical Center’s (SRMC) Family Education Program is hosting a free sibling class from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Nov. 21. The class is open to children ages 3-10 and will include age-appropriate discussions on the physical characteristics, behavior and care of newborns. A tour of New Beginnings Family Care Center, SRMC’s maternity unit, will also be provided. Class participants will meet in New Beginnings Family Care Center located on the hospital’s first floor. Children attending the class must be accompanied by a parent. To register call 330-337-4989.

Men of Faith plan food drive

COLUMBIANA – Men of Faith is sponsoring a Thanksgiving canned food drive in conjunction with its monthly prayer breakfast. The Big Reach Center of Hope truck will be at Das Dutch Haus from 8 to 10 a.m. Nov. 21 to collect canned goods or other non-perishable items. Items of greatest need are canned corn, canned green beans, canned peas and canned carrots.

For more information about Men of Faith visit mensrally.org.

St. Jude Craft Show set Nov. 21

COLUMBIANA – St. Jude Women’s Guild is sponsoring its annual St. Jude Craft Show from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 21 at St. Jude Activity Center, 180 Seventh St. The event features handcrafted and homemade items, a Chinese auction, bake sale, raffle and lunch counter including vegetable beef soup. For more information call 330-482-2351.

Santa to visit Columbiana DQ

COLUMBIANA – Santa and his best behaved reindeer will arrive by fire truck at 5 p.m. Nov. 29 at the Columbiana Dairy Queen (DQ), 241 E. Park Ave.

The DQ will provide free pictures with Santa and Curly the Cone from 5 to 8 p.m. Santa will distribute treats for the children. Live Christmas music will be provided by local schools. Chestnuts will be roasted on an open fire and served free of charge. Refreshments including hot dogs, marshmallows, and hot chocolate will be available for purchase.

Stan Hywet bus trip rescheduled

SALEM – The date for the bus trip to Stan Hywet Hall and Gardens has been changed from Dec. 13 to Dec. 12. For more information or to register contact Shane Franks at the Memorial Building at 330-332-5512.

Access Health sets enrollment events

SALEM – Access Health Mahoning Valley will host two open enrollment events, to help Columbiana County residents navigate the Marketplace and explore their options for cost savings on health insurance.

Open enrollment for coverage to begin in 2016 runs now through Jan. 31, 2016. Enrollment into Ohio’s expanded Medicaid program takes place year round. Call to schedule an appointment for either Nov. 10 at Leetonia Community Public Library, 181 Walnut St., Leetonia; or Nov. 17 at Salem Public Library, 821 E. State St. Salem. For more information contact Elaine Smith, certified navigator for Access Health, at 330-746-5424.

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Salem Marching Band to present indoor concert

SALEM – The Pride of Salem High School Marching Band will present its annual indoor concert at 6 p.m. today in the John Cabas gymnasium. Musical selections from this football season’s pre game and halftime shows will be featured throughout the evening. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Admission is free to the public. For more information visit salemquakers.org.

‘Steak on the Run’ being served Thursday

SALEM – “Steak on the Run” will be served Thursday at the First United Methodist Church, 244 S. Broadway Ave. A drive-thru service will be open from 3:30 to 5 p.m. or until sold out.

The menu offers salisbury steak, mashed potatoes and gravy, corn, roll and cookie. Cost is $7. Curbside service is also available.

McKinley Elementary PTO hosting fundraiser

LISBON – McKinley Elementary School’s Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) is holding a fundraiser from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday at Italo’s, 7735 Route 45.

Fifteen percent of your total sale, from dine-in or carryout, will benefit the school when you present a flyer. Flyers are available at the school or online at lisbon.k12.oh.us.

Swiss steal dinner planned at Winona Friends Church

WINONA – A swiss steak dinner will be served from 4 to 7 p.m. Saturday at the Winona Friends Church, 4615 Whinnery Road.

FRC hosting tribute to veterans, flag dedication

LISBON – Family Recovery Center (FRC) will host a tribute to veterans and flag dedication ceremony at 4 p.m. Nov. 11 at the corner of North Market Street and Saltwell Road. FRC acquired this property adjacent to the agency offices earlier this year and has installed a 25-foot lighted flag pole, concrete walkway and decorative wall as well as adding attractive landscaping.

The flag pole will be dedicated to area veterans. Individuals and businesses who contributed to the project will be recognized during this event.

Lisbon High School student Aliyah Leman will provide vocal selections, and local Scout James Webster will be recognized for his contributions, as he completed the walkway as an Eagle Scout project.

U.S. Marines Veteran Chris McCartney and U.S. Army Veteran Dr. Michael Traina will speak, and members of Salem AMVETS Post 45 will perform a flag raising ceremony. Light refreshments will be provided following the event. For more information contact FRC at 330-424-1468 Ext. 123.

ACH Auxiliary sponsoring book and gift fair

ALLIANCE – The Alliance Community Hospital Auxiliary will sponsor “Books are Fun,” a book and gift fair from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 12 and 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 13 in conference room 1-A at the hospital.

All items are priced at 30 to 70 percent off retail price and include all types of books, greeting cards, stationary, educational games, men’s gadgets and gifts, holiday items and decor and Star Wars items.

Proceeds from the sale benefit the auxiliary which raises funds for special needs of the hospital.

Holiday contest offered through Look Nook Gift Shop

SALEM – Community members are encouraged to visit the Look Nook Gift Shop at Salem Regional Medical Center for opportunities to enter holiday contests sponsored by area chambers of commerce.

Throughout the month of November, the Look Nook will participate in the Columbiana Area Chamber of Commerce’s “Shop Small, Win Big” contest. To enter the contest, shoppers will be asked to save their receipts in a special envelope available at the Look Nook or the Columbiana chamber office.

The receipts must be dated for purchases made during November 2015, and may be from the Look Nook or any business that is a chamber member and/or in the 44408 zip code. To qualify for the contest, shoppers must submit their collected receipts to the Columbiana Chamber of Commerce office by noon Dec. 4.

Three prizes will be awarded: first place will receive $500, second place will receive $250 and third place will receive $100.

Winners will be determined by the largest number of 44408 businesses or Columbiana chamber members patronized. In the case of a tie, winners will be randomly selected.

Also, on Nov. 28 and 29, the Look Nook will participate in the Salem Area Chamber of Commerce’s “Small Business Saturday” which also provides a chance for shoppers to win prizes. For more details on this contest visit the Salem chamber’s website at salemohiochamber.com.

Fall Tech Camp planned Nov. 18 at Salem Library

SALEM – Fall Tech Camp will be held Nov. 18 at the Salem Public Library. Students in fourth to seventh grades will meet from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. in the Quaker Room to explore the physics of roller coasters.

They will also use a computer app to design their own roller coaster and then test it for success. Registration is required for this free program at salem.lib.oh.us or 330-332-0042, option four.

Third bus being filled for holiday trip to NYC

SALEM – The Salem High School Boosters and Choral Director Attila Samu have announced that a third bus is being filled for the fourth annual bus trip to New York City.

The 54-seat deluxe charter bus will depart from the high school parking lot at 11 p.m. Dec. 11 and arrive at approximately 7 a.m. Dec. 12 at the Christmas tree at Rockefeller Center. Passengers will then have the entire day to enjoy the city at their own pace.

The bus will pick up all passengers at 9 p.m. Dec. 12 and return to Salem at approximately 6 a.m. Dec. 13.

Cost is $95 per person. Payment is due at the time of reservation. Order forms may be picked up at the high school office (330-332-8905) or Salem Computer Center on Second Street (330-332-2201). A cancellation policy is available for an additional $10. (optional). Make checks payable to “Salem Choir Boosters.” Return the form and payment back to the office or Salem Computer Center. The deadline for reservations is Nov. 13. For more information call Samu at 330-332-8905 Ext. 58332 and leave a message.

SCC hosting bus trip to Ross Park Mall on Dec. 4

SALEM – The Salem Community Center (SCC) is hosting a bus trip to the Ross Park Mall on Dec. 4. The bus departs the SCC at 8:30 a.m. and returns around 6 p.m. Cost is $21 for SCC members and $24 for non-members. The deadline to register is Nov. 23. To register call 330-332-5885.

Salem Slovak Club hosting Christmas Craft Show

SALEM – The Salem Slovak Club will host its 14th annual Christmas Craft Show on Dec. 5 at the club, 313 S. Ellsworth Ave. The public is invited, free of charge, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Table space is available by calling 330-337-8426.

Mullins School of Nursing accepts applications

SALEM – Hannah E. Mullins School of Practical Nursing is now accepting applications for its March 2016 licensed practical nurse class. An enrollment information meeting begins at 10 a.m. today at the Kent State University City Center, 230 N. Lincoln Ave., third floor. For more information call 330-332-8940.

Salem Saxon Club holding sausage sale Saturday

SALEM – Salem Saxon Club at 1980 state Route 9 will hold its annual November Sausage Sale from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Saturday. Available are 3 or 5-pound packages of sausage in plain, garlic or hot at $3 per pound.

Also available this year is bulk sausage sold in 3-pound packages only in plain, garlic or hot at $3 per pound.

To order call Marilyn McNutt at 216-410-7291 or Florence Spack at 330-337-3652.

Sausage sandwiches, doughnuts and refreshments will be sold during the sausage pickup times on Nov. 7.

Oasis Food Ministry distribution is Nov. 12 and 19

COLUMBIANA – Oasis Food Ministry will hold a food distribution from 4 to 6 p.m. Nov. 12 and 19 at the First Christian Church, 39 Cherry St. These dates are an adjustment to the regular distribution schedule to accommodate the Thanksgiving holiday.

‘Buckshot and Blossoms’ will be performed at Heartland

COLUMBIANA – “Buckshot and Blossoms,” begins at 7 p.m. Nov. 13 and 14 Heartland Christian School, 28 Pittsburgh St. Admission is $4 for adults, $2 for students and $10 per family. For more information call 330-482-2331.

Salem Masons will serve public breakfast on Nov. 28

SALEM-A public breakfast buffet will be served from 7:30 to 10 a.m. Nov. 28 at the Salem Masonic Building, 788 E. State St. Cost is $6 for adults, $3 for children under age 10 and free for children under 2. The menu offers pancakes, waffles, sausage, bacon, scrambled eggs, homemade sausage gravy, biscuits, homefries, toast, fruit cocktail, orange juice, coffee and tea.

The building is equipped with a handicapped accessible elevator. Proceeds will be directed to the Salem Masonic Building Fund.

Salem Christmas Parade scheduled Dec. 3

SALEM – The annual Christmas parade, sponsored by the Salem Area Chamber of Commerce and the Salem News, begins at 6:30 p.m. Dec. 3 in downtown Salem.

This year’s theme is the “Parade of Lights” and units are encouraged to display lights on their cars, trucks, floats, and even among the walking participants.

The city of Salem has generously donated monies from the Community Event Fund for $300 prize money in three categories: religious, commercial and non-profit. The winning unit from each of these categories will be asked to donate the $300 to the Salem charity of its choice.

The annual “Light Up” night ceremony will be held immediately following the parade, with Salem High School “Encore” students performing on the front lawn of the chamber of commerce. Santa Claus will visit with children and the Salem Historical Society will offer rides to see the Christmas lights. Attendees are encouraged to bring a donation for the Salem Community Pantry that will participate in the parade and then park its box truck in the chamber’s parking lot after the parade. Businesses, churches, and non-profits may obtain a Christmas parade application by assessing the Salem chamber’s website at salemohiochamber.org and downloading the form or by calling the chamber at 330-337-3473.

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Leetonia residents asked to keep leaves out of street

LEETONIA- Village administration is asking all residents not to put their leaves out into the street. Doing so causes parking problems, plugged storm sewers and increased difficulty for employees in clean up. Most importantly the action creates a safety hazard by making employees work in traffic.

The village will issue citations for Mayor’s Court if the violations continue.

Leaves are to be put on curb lawns only.

Mullins School of Nursing accepts applications

SALEM – Hannah E. Mullins School of Practical Nursing is now accepting applications for its March 2016 licensed practical nurse class. An enrollment information meeting begins at 10 a.m. today at the Kent State University City Center, 230 N. Lincoln Ave., third floor. For more information call 330-332-8940.

Salem Marching Band to present indoor concert

SALEM – The Pride of Salem High School Marching Band will present its annual indoor concert at 6 p.m. Wednesday in the John Cabas gymnasium. Musical selections from this football season’s pregame and halftime shows will be featured throughout the evening. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Admission is free to the public. For more information visit salemquakers.org.

Fish fry set at Columbiana American Legion

COLUMBIANA – The public is invited to a fish fry from 4 to 7 p.m. Friday at the Columbiana American Legion. Cost is $10 for adults and $5 for children. Carryouts are available.

Swiss steak dinner offered at Winona Friends Church

WINONA – Winona Friends Church on Whinnery Road will serve a swiss steak dinner from 4 to 7 p.m. Saturday. The meal includes mashed potatoes, vegetable, dessert and a beverage. Cost is $9 per person. Carryouts are available.

Salem Saxon Club plans sausage sale Saturday

SALEM – Salem Saxon Club at 1980 state Route 9 will hold its annual November Sausage Sale from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Saturday. Available are 3 or 5-pound packages of sausage in plain, garlic or hot at $3 per pound.

Also available this year is bulk sausage sold in 3-pound packages only in plain, garlic or hot at $3 per pound.

To order call Marilyn McNutt at 216-410-7291 or Florence Spack at 330-337-3652.

Sausage sandwiches, doughnuts and refreshments will be sold during the sausage pickup times on Nov. 7.

Hospice of the Valley offers holiday grief workshop

SALEM – Hospice of the Valley will hold a holiday grief workshop for anyone who has recently lost a loved one. Bereavement Facilitator Kim Calhoun, LSW will conduct this workshop from 3 to 4:30 p.m. Nov. 11 at the Emmanuel Lutheran Church Education Building, 251 S. Broadway Ave. Reservations are appreciated by calling Calhoun at 330-549-5901 or 330-788-1992.

Food distributions planned in Columbiana

COLUMBIANA – Oasis Food Ministry will hold a food distribution from 4 to 6 p.m. Nov. 12 and 19 at the First Christian Church, 39 Cherry St. These dates are an adjustment to the regular distribution schedule to accommodate the Thanksgiving holiday.

Woodsdale Cemetery decorations must be removed

GUILFORD LAKE- All decorations must be removed from Woodsdale Cemetery before Nov 13.

Saxon Club plans November joint social a

SALEM – The Saxon Club is hosting its November joint social at 5:30 p.m. Nov. 13 at the club. Attendees are to bring a coverdish and place setting. The meat and bread will be furnished.

Reservations are due by Nov. 6 by contacting Annette Jermolenko at 234-564-5964.

‘Buckshot and Blossoms’ set at Heartland

COLUMBIANA – “Buckshot and Blossoms,” begins at 7 p.m. Nov. 13 and 14 Heartland Christian School, 28 Pittsburgh St. Admission is $4 for adults, $2 for students and $10 per family. For more information call 330-482-2331.

‘Native Americans of the Valley’ program set

SALEM – The program “Native Americans of the Valley” will be presented at 6:30 p.m. Nov. 19 in the Salem Public Library’s Quaker Room. Traci Manning, curator of education at Mahoning Valley Historical Society, will present the program which explores the culture, life and lore of the Eastern Woodland Indians, the earliest occupants of the Mahoning Valley. Using original and replicated hands-on artifacts, this 45-minute presentation will examine daily activities, philosophy and legacy of the valley’s earliest residents.

Registration is required salem.lib.oh.us or 330-332-0042.

Salem Masons plan breakfast buffet

SALEM-A public breakfast buffet will be served from 7:30 to 10 a.m. Nov. 28 at the Salem Masonic Building, 788 E. State St. Cost is $6 for adults, $3 for children under age 10 and free for children under 2. The menu offers pancakes, waffles, sausage, bacon, scrambled eggs, homemade sausage gravy, biscuits, homefries, toast, fruit cocktail, orange juice, coffee and tea.

The building is equipped with a handicapped accessible elevator. Proceeds will be directed to the Salem Masonic Building Fund.

Salem 1991 to sell poinsettias

SALEM – The Salem High School Class of 1991 is selling poinsettias in a variety of colors including red, pink, white, marble and white glitter.

As part of its Pay It Forward campaign, the Class of 1991 will be selling the holiday flowers with 100 percent of proceeds to benefit the SHS Alumni Scholarship Fund.

Orders will be taken until Monday, Nov. 23. Flowers may be picked up on Friday, Dec. 4, in the SHS auditorium lobby after between 4 to 6:30 p.m. The flowers are grown locally in Northeast Ohio and are very competitively priced: 4.5-inch pots are $8; 6.5-inch single stem are $14; 7.5-inch double stem are $20; 8.6-inch triple stem are $25; and amaryllis, cyclamen and hydrangea are also available for $20.

Payment is preferred via PayPal at: SalemOhioClassof1991@hotmail.com. You may also email your orders to the same or contact Carmen Keener via Facebook or at CarmenKeener@hotmail.com.

The Class of ’91 anticipates selling Easter lilies, tulips, hyacinths and daffodils, as well as hanging baskets for Mother’s Day. If successful, this will be an annual project where you can count on buying quality flowers at competitive prices, while simultaneously supporting the SHS Alumni Scholarship Fund.

‘Defending Jacob’ topic at book discussion

SALEM – Salem Public Library’s book discussion choice for Nov. 24 is “Defending Jacob” written by William Landay. The group will meet from 7 to 8 p.m. in the library’s Quaker Room. No registration is required to participate and the event is open to the public.

This title is available to borrow in the adult services department of the library. For more information stop in at 821 E. State St. or call 330-332-0042.

Salem Christmas Parade to be held Dec. 3

SALEM – The annual Christmas parade, sponsored by the Salem Area Chamber of Commerce and the Salem News, begins at 6:30 p.m. Dec. 3 in downtown Salem.

This year’s theme is the “Parade of Lights” and units are encouraged to display lights on their cars, trucks, floats, and even among the walking participants.

The city of Salem has generously donated monies from the Community Event Fund for $300 prize money in three categories: Religious, Commercial and Non-Profit. The winning unit from each of these categories will be asked to donate the $300 to the Salem charity of their choice.

The annual “Light Up” night ceremony will be held immediately following the parade, with Salem High School “Encore” students performing on the front lawn of the chamber of commerce. Santa Claus will visit with children and the Salem Historical Society will offer rides to see the Christmas lights. Attendees are encouraged to bring a donation for the Salem Community Pantry that will participate in the parade and then park its box truck in the chamber’s parking lot after the parade. Businesses, churches, and non-profits may obtain a Christmas parade application by assessing the Salem chamber’s website at salemohiochamber.org and downloading the form or by calling the chamber at 330-337-3473.

Historical Society’s 2016 calendars offered

SALEM – The newest in the series of Salem calendars, the 2016 edition, features 12 “historical firsts in Salem ” as identified by Dale Shaffer from his book printed in 1987 that is available in the gift shop. Appropriate photographs are displayed on the following: Salem’s first streets, the first beauty shop in 1917, Salem’s first park, first Women’s Suffrage convention, Salem’s first Vietnam casualty, Salem’s first pipe organ, first automobile built in Salem, first store to carry wallpaper, first night football game under lights, Century House, first to can pumpkin and first church with bell and steeple. Stop at the society’s gift shop at 239 S. Lundy Ave. during regular days, Monday, Wednesday and Thursday, 9 a.m. to noon and purchase a copy or contact the museum for information at 330-337-8514. Salem Computer Center will also have the calendars available for purchase.

Sebring Historical Society’s Christmas movie set

SEBRING-The contact number to reserve seats for the Sebring Historical Society’s Christmas movie showing of “Christmas in Connecticut” has changed to SHS member Dorothy Allcorn at 330-938-2318 or 330-206-1133.

The event is the society’s biggest yearly fundraiser. The movie will be shown at 7 p.m. Dec. 2 through 5 and 2 p.m. Dec. 6. As usual food and beverages will be included with the admission price of $18 for members and $20 for non-members.

Book discussion on ‘Animal Farm’ planned

LEETONIA-The Leetonia Community Public Library is encouraging community members to join its Classics Book Discussion group. The group will discuss George Orwell’s “Animal Farm” at 6 p.m. Nov. 19.

The group will discuss Mark Twain’s “Innocents Abroad” in December and James Joyce’s “Dubliners” in January, the meeting dates and time of which will be determined at the Nov. 19 meeting.

Apple Dumpling Night planned in Negley

NEGLEY – Apple Dumpling Night will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. Nov. 14 at Negley Masonic Lodge, 50873 Richardson Ave. Cost is $8 for adults and $4 for children 12 and under. Carryouts, and a limited number of sugar-free dumplings, will be available.

Neighborhood News

ACROSS OUR COMMUNITIES

Lisbon David Anderson hosting Veterans Day program

LISBON – Lisbon David Anderson will be conducting its annual Veterans Day Program on Nov. 11 in the auditorium.

The program will begin at 1:15 p.m. All local veterans and their families are invited to the event. Any veterans attending are asked to sign in before 1 p.m. so a group photograph can be taken.

Crestview will honor veterans with breakfast, assembly

COLUMBIANA – Crestview High School and Middle School will be honoring local veterans with a continental style breakfast and assembly on Nov. 11.

Breakfast will be served at 8 a.m. in the middle school cafeteria followed by an assembly in the Performing Arts Center to honor those who have served in the armed services.

Any veteran who would like to attend can make reservations by calling the high school or middle school offices at 330-482-4744 or 330-482-4648 by Nov. 5.

Crestview High School and Middle School students are encouraged to invite a veteran and attend breakfast with their guest.

Southern Local hosting Veterans Day program

SALINEVILLE – Southern Local High School is honoring the Armed Forces with a Veterans Day program on Nov. 11.

Breakfast for local veterans will be served at 8:30 a.m. with an assembly to follow at 9:30 a.m. The assembly is free and open to the public. Band Director Emily Bowling said it will feature music from the school band, reading, and an appearance by the John Adams American Legion Post 442 in Salineville.

“Typically, there are at least 50 veterans and their family members,” said Bowling. “We usually have a crowd in the gym.” School students will make presentations at the event with grades kindergarten to 12 providing displays, readings and songs. “Some kids write letters or poems and read them, plus we have a presentation of each veteran,” she said. For more information call the school at 330-679-2305.

Way Station will served Thanksgiving dinner

COLUMBIANA – The Way Station, a faith based, non-profit social service ministry will take reservations beginning Monday for its annual Thanksgiving dinner. The dinner will be held at 1 p.m. Nov. 25 at the Upper Room Fellowship, 500 Sponseller Road. Dinner will include a variety of donations from McDonald’s, Dutch Village Inn, Rita’s and other local businesses and individuals who will be baking desserts, preparing turkeys, and donating items needed for the dinner.

Those interested in coming to the dinner should call ahead at 330-482-5072 and make a reservation. There is still a need for canned corn, desserts, butter, sugar -free desserts, people to do dishes, and financial donations to purchase last minute needs. Those interested in donating are asked to call the Way Station.

West Branch PIE hosting ‘Christmas in the Country’

BELOIT – West Branch Middle School Parents In Education (PIE) will host its annual craft show, “Christmas in the Country,” from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 7 at the school on Route 165.

In addition to crafts, there will be live entertainment, a bake sale, Chinese auction, 50/50 raffle and food available. If you bring in a new toy for the toy drive you will receive a free Chinese auction ticket. Bring your camera for pictures with Santa. For vendor information contact Charity Mondak at 330-261-1157.

World Community Day luncheon is Thursday