Polish Hill St. Stans reunion planned
By MARIAN HOUSER, Community editorA Polish Hill St. Stans Reunion will be held July 26 from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Blessed Sacrament Church hall, 856 Main St., Wintersville.
Polish food will be provided with cabbage rolls, haluska, Pierogie, kielbasa and salad on the menu. Soft drinks will be provided.
Those attending can bring a covered dish, sides and desserts.
For information or to volunteer to cook, help set up and do other work needed to make the reunion a success, call Mark Michalik, (740) 284-1222 or Faustina Fatula, 282-3468.
Doesn't this sound like fun? All those memories to share. And all that wonderful food!
Hancock 4-H Camp opens July 15
Hancock 4-H Camp will be held at Tomlinson Run State Park group camp July 15-19. This is the 66th year for Hancock County Residential Camp where campers will stay in cabins with adult counselors. The theme will be "Clover Cruise Lines."
Campers will embark on a journey that will take them to a different port of call each day. The cost of 4-H Camp is $120 and covers all meals, lodging and camp activities for the week. Activities will include recreation, classes, miniature golf, swimming and council circles.
The deadline to register for camp is July 3. The camp is for 4-H members, but any youth ages 8 to 19, who is interested in learning more about 4-H is welcome to attend if space is available.
Go online at www.ext.wvu.edu/hancock to download the registration form or contact the Hancock County Extension Office at (304) 564-38805 for registration information.
Little things do mean a lot
I am a firm believer in that cliche, "little things mean a lot." And Lillian and Barbara Ann Losey saved my life this morning. (I'm writing this on Thursday.)
Every time Barbara sends me a writeup for the Jefferson County Retired Teachers or Democratic Women's Club, she includes a little treat. Whenever the fat envelopes arrive, I always laugh and tell anyone questioning the arrival, "Barbara Losey is bribing me again."
Actually, it's not a bribe, just a little something to brighten my day. It might be a few pieces of hard candy or, as this week, a couple of biscotti.
So ... this morning, I forgot my yogurt and banana. Left them sitting in a bag on a chair. I need to eat, but not first thing in the morning, so I sometimes bring it to the office and eat while I work.
My heart sank when I realized what I had done. A headache was in the works, and an empty stomach is a contributor.
But, there was a biscotti the Loseys had sent earlier in the week sitting on my desk.
They may not realize how much she does brighten my day with her thoughtfulness. But they do. And today she was a lifesaver, and I believe in thanking people.
P.S. "Bribes" are not a requirement for publications in this column.
Center to hold Ikebanna workshop
Wheeling Civic Garden Center, Oglebay Park, will present a workshop on Ikebanna, Japanese flower arranging July 17 and 18 from 10 a.m. to noon.
It is a two-session, hands-on workshop. A fee of $40 will cover instruction, flowers and supplies for both days. There is an additional $3 fee for non-members.
The class is limited to 15 people, and the $40 fee must be received by July 7.
Participants should bring pruners and scissors if possible.
For information or to make a reservation, call (304) 242-0665.
YWCA card party July 10
The YWCA will sponsor a card party July 10 at noon. Lunch will be served. Reservations can be made by calling (740) 282-1261. Donations are $7.
Toronto Lions plan chicken barbecue
The Toronto Lions Club will participate in the Gem City Days on Saturday with a chicken barbecue. Food will be available at the food court at Sloane's Station Square. Takeout will be available from noon until sellout. Larry Hughes is chairman.
