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Wheel Chair Collection in Middlefield

Saturday, 04 September 2010 15:38 Submitted

Middlefield - On Sat. Sept. 11, 2010, Sparrow Christian Bookshop in Middlefield will be collecting manual wheelchairs, canes, crutches, and walkers for the Joni and Friends’, ‘Wheelchairs for the World’ program, between the hours of 9am 2pm. Since 1994, Wheels for the World ministry has presented the Gospel by delivering wheelchairs and Bibles in developing countries. But Wheels for the World is not simply about “dropping off a wheelchair.” It’s about changing the hearts, minds, and lives of people. It’s about transforming societies, village by village, person by person. Each piece of equipment will be restored and given to people in need in developing nations.

Wheels for the World shares the love of Jesus Christ, extended through the gift of mobility, by bringing hope, joy, and salvation to children and adults with disabilities around the world.

Sparrow Christian Bookshop is located at the intersection of SR’s 608 & 87. Store hours are Monday - Thursday, 9am-6pm; Friday 9am-8pm; Saturday 9am-5pm.

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Neglected Building Puts Main Street Businesses in Jeopardy

Saturday, 04 September 2010 20:28 Estelle R. Brown

Garrettsville - “It’s threatening four downtown businesses and half a village block, as well as people’s safety,” says shopkeeper Dale Shiffer of Shiffer’s Clock Repair & Sales. He’s referring to the abandoned and neglected property next door, the former Irwin Hardware building.

Located at 8143 Main Street, the three-story building was built in 1845, according to property records maintained by the Portage County Auditor’s office. Locals recall that two generations of Irwins ran the hardware store since the 1950s. But village lore reaches further back to a time when the building downstairs served as the village’s grocery store, and a stage upstairs points to an era when the building was used for local theatrical and musical performances. In the 1830s, a tin shop was located at the rear of the building (it reportedly collapsed last winter).

Projects At The Newton Falls Library

Saturday, 04 September 2010 20:35 Carol Baker

The Hand Portrait Projects are on display in the lobby exhibit case at the Newton Falls Public Library. They were created by students of the Newton Falls High School visual and language arts classes as a collaborative project with volunteers from Laurie Ann Nursing Home. These beautiful works of art may be viewed through September, before being moved to their permanent home at Laurie Ann.

Knitters and those wanting to learn, join Knit ‘n’ Stitch. The group meets every other Thursday in the library’s 2nd floor meeting room on September 2 and 16 at 4 p.m. Knitters of any skill level are welcome to work with us on our charity projects, or work on their own. The club is sponsoring a year-long Block-a-Month Knit-a-Long. Knitters of all ages and skill levels can join us and knit a series of blocks. Each block teaches a new technique and a Knit-a-Long means there will always be other knitters to support you while you work on a project. Simple knitting will be taught as needed. A finished afghan will be on display at the library. Anyone age 10 and up is welcome to participate. Register by contacting the Newton Falls Public Library.

The library’s Book Discussion Group will meet on Wednesday, September 29 at 6:00 p.m. to discuss ONE THOUSAND WHITE WOMEN: THE JOURNEY OF MARY DODD. Join us in sharing insights, conversation and refreshments. Copies of the book are available for borrowing at the library’s circulation desk.

Anime and manga lovers, attend the Anime/Manga Club on Saturday, September 25 at 1:30 p.m. Anyone is welcome. Students under 16 years of age should bring a signed permission slip. Enjoy several episodes of an anime, and discuss new and interesting manga. No registration is required. Anime and manga lovers, be sure to check out the library’s extensive anime and manga collections.

Registration for the library’s Fall Story Times for children ages 0 – 6 years, Super Why for children ages 5 -8 years, and Superhero School for children in grades 3 – 6, begins September 1.

More information about library programs and hours is available at the Newton Falls Public Library; 204 S. Canal St., Newton Falls, phone 330-872-1282, or view the library’s online calendar at www.newtonfalls.org.

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Pioneer Women to Host Annual Antiques Festival

Saturday, 04 September 2010 20:29 Mialie T. Szymanski

Looking for something different, fun, and culturally stimulating to do this Labor Day? Head to Hudson and fulfill your wish by partaking of one of their first festivals of the fall.

In its 29th year, the Annual Antiques Festival will be held on September 6th from 10am-4pm. Hosted by the Pioneer Women of Reserve, an organization of the moms of Western Reserve Academy students and alumni, the outdoor festival will be spread over the Academy’s ample grounds, rain or shine. Vendors will display furniture from the 18th and 19th centuries, local Ohio antiques, folk art, and other elements of Americana flair.

“Mommy & Me” Storytime

Saturday, 04 September 2010 20:37 Michelle McGing

Windham Library invites parents with young children to sign-up for “Mommy & Me Storytime” on Mondays at 10:30 am beginning September 13. Storytime is an opportunity for both the parent and child to spend some one-on-one time, enriching the child’s environment with stories, music, finger plays and movement.

To get into the fall spirit, “Sam the Smiling Scarecrow” craft will be available for kids ages 2-17 on September 20-September 24 during regular library hours.

For more information, call the Windham Library at 330-326-3145. The library, located at 9647 East Center Street, is open Mondays and Fridays from 10:00 am-3:00 pm; Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays 11:00 am-4:00 pm; and closed on weekends. For additional information about library programs and services, visit the Portage County District Library online at www.portagelibrary.org.

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