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Senior center going to Amish country
WEIRTON -- The Weirton Senior Center will be attending a tribute to Frankie Valli and the 4 Seasons as officials are planing a concert and luncheon trip. This event will take place from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Sept. 14 at the Amish Door Village in Wilmont, Ohio.
The cost of the trip will be $99. The cost includes the bus ride to and from Amish country, the performance of the band, Jersey Seasons who will perform a selection of songs, paying tribute to Valli's music.
A luncheon will be held in the same location as the concert, with the meal including roasted chicken, mashed potatoes, green beans, salad, roll and a piece of pie.
The money is due to the center by Aug. 10. There is a maximum number of seats available.
Officials noted 40 people may attend the trip, so registering early is suggested.
Contact the center for further details at (304) 748-3490.
New Rumley plans picnic and concert
SCIO -- The New Rumley Church will present the group Williamson Branch of Nashville who will perform a selection of bluegrass music during a community picnic and outdoor concert, slated for July 28.
The event will take place on the lawn behind the church, located at 41395 Scio New Rumley Road in Scio.
The picnic will begin at 5:30 p.m. and the concert will follow, scheduled from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Everyone throughout the community is invited to attend the event. One does not have to be a member to come to the picnic or the concert.
The event will include free food, bluegrass music, door prizes and more.
In case of rain, the event will take place indoors at the church.
Vacation Bible School at Faith Ranch
SCIO -- Vacation Bible School is coming to the New Rumley Church in Scio. Children are invited to attend the "Rockin' at the Ranch: Jesus is our Rock!" event, taking place on Aug. 8. A rain date of Aug. 9 is tentatively set.
The event will start at 8:30 a.m. and run through 4 p.m. Those in kindergarten through sixth grade are able to attend.
The program will take place at Faith Ranch, located in Jewett.
Pony rides will be available for those 6 and under and horse trail rides will be offered for those 7 years of age and older, according to officials.
Swimming, singing and a small animal tour are some of the activities set for the day.
A picnic lunch will be served to those in attendance who have paid during the registration process.
There will be hands-on craft activities for all age groups.
There will be a hay ride to conclude the day's events.
The cost is $5 per child and registration is required.
The remaining costs are being covered by the New Rumley Church, which is sponsoring the Vacation Bible School program.
Registration and payment are due by July 28. The Bible school is limited to the first 100 children who register.
The application to register can be found online. Parents and grandparents are welcome but not required to stay.
When completing the form, do not forget to include payment.
The cost is $5 per child's lunch and $7 per adult lunch.
Mail registration forms to: New Rumley Church, Attention: Day Camp, 41395 Rumley Road East, Scio, OH 43988.
Contact Kelly Turner with questions at (740) 219-1912.
Marine Corps Auxiliary holds meeting
WEIRTON -- The Tri-State Marine Corps Club Auxiliary met July 10 with President Shirley Brecht presiding.
Brecht called the meeting to order. Chaplain Mary Ann Smith began the meeting's opening with a prayer.
Secretary Marcy Spano provided members with a list of those who are currently on a prayer list, informing them she has sent out get-well cards to those auxiliary members who are listed as needing prayers and well-wishes.
The pledge to the flag was led by Brecht, followed by the roll call from Vice President Darlene Kemp.
Spano provided the secretary's report and read the June meeting's minutes. Minutes were approved as read. The treasurer's report was given by Brecht. The report was approved as read.
Those in attendance sang happy birthday to member Jo Ann Johns.
It was announced the auxiliary will hold a luncheon at 1 p.m. Aug. 3 at Giovanni's restaurant in Weirton.
Members were informed the next meeting will be held at 6 p.m. Aug. 14 at the Weirton VFW. Refreshments for the evening included cookies, ice cream and pop.
Weir Class of '67 luncheon
WEIRTON -- The Weir High Class of '67 will meet at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday at Bennigan's, located at 185 Franciscan Square off of University Boulevard.
All classmates and their spouses are welcome to attend the meeting.
Lions Club to hold takeout fundraiser
NEW CUMBERLAND -- The New Cumberland Lions Club will have their next pulled pork takeout fundraising event from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. July 29 in the parking lot of the Swaney Memorial Library.
The 6 p.m. close time is tentative, as there is the possibility the food may run out prior to then, officials noted.