Gala Night set for Sunday

ST. CLAIRSVILLE — The Upper Ohio Valley Italian Heritage Festival will hold its annual Gala Night from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Sunday at Undo’s West in St. Clairsville. The restaurant, located at 5113 National Road, will offer appetizers and table wine prior to dinner at 5 p.m. An Italian cookie table will be set up for guests.

Entertainment will be provided by Ray Massa and the Eurorythems, who will perform from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. The evening will include auctions and drawings.

The cost is $45 per person. The deadline to RSVP is today by calling (304) 233-1090 for tickets or information.

Lunch with Santa set for Sunday

STEUBENVILLE — Seven Ranges Entertainment will hold its Lunch with Santa event at 12:30 p.m. Sunday. The magical holiday afternoon will include a lunch buffet, a three-hour non redemption arcade card plus a $10 arcade card, festive crafts and an opportunity to have photos taken with Santa and Mrs. Claus. The cost will be $39.99 plus tax, per guest.

2026 senior trips announced

STEUBENVILLE — The following senior tours have been announced for the upcoming year.

Those who are interested in taking advantage of any of the trips can contact Regina Truax for information at (304) 723-0419 or by e-mail at truax40@yahoo.com.

“Let Hang On, the Four Seasons Tribute,” Ohio Star Theater, Sugar Creek, 11:30 a.m. buffet at Da’ Dutch Valley Restaurant, 1 p.m. show and transportation, March 27; Rock & Roll Doo Wop, Volume 28, Capitol Theater, Jay and the Americans, the original Coasters, Dennis Tufano and the Motown All Stars, dinner at Mehlman`s at your own cost, April 4; “Hair Spray,” Lincoln Park, dinner at Connie’s Corner at your own cost, May 10; Sugar Creek, June 12; “Legally Blonde,” Lincoln Park, dinner at Connie’s Corner at your own cost, June 28; Lancaster, “Joshua,” at the new Sight and Sound Theater and “Pretty Woman,” at Dutch Apple, two breakfasts, two dinners and more, Aug. 19-21; Seneca Niagara Falls, $100 bonus, $40 food, transportation, hotel and baggage handling, Sept. 23-25; and Branson, six-show trip; seven days, six nights, six breakfasts, four dinners, Oct. 4-10.

Snacks with Santa set at library

WELLSBURG — The Brooke County Public Library will hold a Story Hour and Snacks with Santa event at 11 a.m. Dec. 17. Children will enjoy a story, craft, songs and a snack with Santa Claus, who will be available for pictures. Limited spaces are available. To register, call (304) 737-1551 or visit brookecountylibs.org/events.

Railroaders to hold meeting

CALCUTTA — All retired and active railroaders are invited to attend the monthly meeting of the National Association of Retired and Veteran Railway Employees. The meeting is scheduled to take place at 11 a.m. Dec. 18 at J.P.’s Pizzeria, located at 15946 state Route 170 in Calcutta. For information, call (330) 853-3045.

Library to show holiday movie

WELLSBURG — The Follansbee Library will show the movie “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever,” rated PG, on Dec. 19.

The film is about the notorious Herdman siblings — the worst kids in town — who crash the annual Christmas pageant auditions looking for snacks. They unexpectedly land the lead roles. For first-time director Grace and her family, they must manage the unruly children, along with the angry townspeople, which leads to chaos that ultimately reveals the real spirit of Christmas.

Attendees can bring a lunch. Popcorn and water will be provided. To reserve a seat, call (304) 527-0860 or visit brookecountylibs.org/events.

Library announces events

STEUBENVILLE — The Public Library of Steubenville and Jefferson County has announced it will hold the following events in the coming weeks.

At the Schiappa Library, those 17 years of age and older can participate in playing Dungeons and Dragons between 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. on Mondays. Call (740) 264-6166 to participate.

Children are encouraged to pick up a grab-and-go bag at the branch beginning Dec. 22, while supplies last. Each bag will contain the supplies needed to make a Christmas craft.

The Toronto Library is inviting all ages and all playing levels to visit the branch and play chess. Games are held at 5:30 p.m. Mondays. Call (740) 537-1262 for information.

Low-impact exercise class offered

WEIRTON — The Weirton campus of West Virginia Northern Community College will offer 30 aerobics classes over a period of 15 weeks at the cost of $10.

The $10 covers the entire program, according to Carol Teaff, instructor. The class will be held from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays, beginning Jan. 20. Registration can be completed online by visiting wvncc.coursestorm.com. Search for “aerobics.”

If payment used will be through a credit card, there will be an additional fee of $2.49, Teaff noted.

This will be a low-impact class, with an emphasis on cardiorespiratory endurance, strength improvement and flexibility. All exercises will be done by standing, with no chair or floor work involved. Movements are usually done to music that generates between 128-150 beats per minute.

Participants should wear loose or stretchy clothing, along with athletic shoes. Bottled water is suggested. Stretchy bands will be provided, but attendees are welcome to bring their own. For information, e-mail Teaff at northernclass@comcast.net.