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Saturday morning PaintINN artists

Posted by Fred Steiner on Sunday, March 22, 2015

Ladies enjoy a PaintINN Saturday morning at The Inn on campus.

Marilyn Reed of rural Ada (standing) instructs the women on painting and decorating a clay pot. Seated are (from left) Judy Mumea of Lima, Ruth Roider of Ada and Julie Ludanyi of Ada.

The teacher owns Marilyn's Artistry. She is a muralist and faux finisher. The mural at Padrone's is one of her works. She has a master's degree in interior finishes. A PaintINN is also scheduled for April 1 and May 2.
(Monty Siekerman)

 

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Non-denominational women's Bible study source for spiritual growth

Posted by Fred Steiner on Friday, March 20, 2015

Lynne Scott (left) serves as leader and Peggy Lawrence as hostess of a Bible study at the Lawrence home on West North Avenue, Ada.

The long-running, non-denominational Bible study draws women from the Ada area and Lafayette. Presently, the group of 15 ladies is studying the Book of Luke.

Care and concern through prayer are also an important aspect of the gatherings. Those interested in joining the group may call 419-634-3596.

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15 minutes with Kenny Wolke - he takes care of Ada's largest lawn, just for starters

Posted by Fred Steiner on Thursday, March 19, 2015

Kenny Wolke's job has grown in acreage and usage since he became manager of War Memorial Park 18 years ago.

How many acres are involved in the park?
The park had 40 acres in 1996, now there are 68 acres.

What does your job entail?
Taking care of the equipment, buildings, and grounds, and scheduling the use of the various facilities. There is electrical, plumbing, mechanical work to do...a little bit of everything.

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Here's what's happening in the Ada Kiwanis Club world

Posted by Fred Steiner on Thursday, March 19, 2015

The Ada Kiwanis Club met on Tuesday March 17, at noon at the New China Restaurant, Ada.
President John Berg called the meeting to order at 12:00 noon.
In brief business:
-Treasurer Bryan Marshall updated members on club finances. It was reported that the 62nd annual Pancake and Sausage Day was a very successful event.
-Pancake Day chairman Brian Myers thanked members for all their fine efforts.
Members enjoyed a time of fellowship.
-Upcoming Meetings/Events:
-March 24th- meet at Methodist church (Bob McCurdy) 
          -March 24h 6:00 Kiwanis Fun Night at the Neely’s

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AHS artist Jake Taylor's work among top 25 in Governor's Show

Posted by Fred Steiner on Wednesday, March 18, 2015

Jake Taylor, Ada High School senior, is one of 25 students in Ohio to receive the Governor’s Award of Excellence during this year’s Ohio Governor’s Youth Art Exhibition. His work titled "Business Trip" is a ceramic work. 
 
He was chosen from 12,000 entries from across the state, according to Gary Wells, Ada High School art teacher. Click here for the entire list of artists in the show.

State jurors selected 300 for the actual exhibition, with 25 of the 300 chosen to receive the Governor's Award of Excellence.

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Several Ada Boy Scouts recognized at Court of Honor

Posted by Fred Steiner on Monday, March 16, 2015

Ada Boy Scout Troop 124 recently held a court of honor to recognize those who have achieved their goals in the past few months.

They met at St. Mark’s Lutheran Church in Ada. Korwin Kurtz, Senior Patrol Leader, served as the Master of Ceremony. Bugler, Theo Hardesty called Assembly on his bugle then began the flag ceremony with a Call to Colors. 

Patrol Leader, James Lee, led the troop in the Pledge of Allegiance with Donald Waters guiding them through the Boy Scout Oath.

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