The American Red Cross reports that patients are counting on blood donations all season long – even around the holidays when donations decline due to busy schedules and travel plans.
A blood donation is a way to share your good health and may give patients a chance to experience more holiday seasons with loved ones.
November blood donating opportunities in Hardin County are:
Ada--Community Health Professionals, 1200 S. Main, 11:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Nov. 20.
Christine Schroeder of Healthe Habits for Living will present a free lunch and learn for seniors at noon on Tuesday, Nov. 14, at the Bluffton Senior Citizens Center, 132 N. Main St., Bluffton.
“Persons attending will learn how to become a healthier person,” said Schroeder, who holds a master’s of occupational therapy (MOT) degree from the University of Findlay.
She added that the program will focus on fitness and well-being and the ability to cope with everyday activities.
Her business is located in Ellerbrock Spine and Soft Tissue, 120 Main St., Suite A, Bluffton.
Tickets for the Nov. 6 Town and Gown Banquet are available at four locations:
Quest Federal Credit Union
Liberty National Bank
McIntosh Center Information desk
ONU Office of Human Resources
The banquet celebrates the connection between Ada and Ohio Northern. A Distinguished Citizen award will be given and newcomers to the community will be welcomed. Doors open at 5:30. p.m. with dinner served at 6 p.m. Tickets are $18.
By Monty Siekerman
Art, music, and drama will be featured at the third annual Friends of the Alger Public Library Second Expression event to be held from 5-7 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 4, at the library.
Second Expression was inspired by the financial need of the library and the desire to provide visibility and income opportunity for the artists in Hardin County.
All artwork is created using old or unwanted printed materials, giving a "second expression" to the long life and usefulness of the printed word.
By Monty Siekerman
The comedy murder mystery at The Inn on Friday and Saturday nights is sold out.
The Inn has been hosting dinner theatre shows for the past several years, and they have proven popular. The thespians are from NOTFA (Northern Ohio Theatre Fraternity Association) which is made up, primarily, of Lima and Findlay residents.
This weekend's show was written by and is directed by Jim Toth of Findlay, who has now written 11 comedy/murder shows, plus many more. The BGSU grad majored in theatre and speech, has performed since the 1960s, and began writing scripts 20 years ago. His works have been performed throughout the country.
Sunday, Oct. 29, is your final chance to tour Suter Produce’s corn maze. The maze and cider press are at 8250 Road R, Pandora.
The Morning Star cider press will also close on Sunday, however customers wanting cider should call first to make certain the cider is still available.
Corn maze hours are Saturday and Sunday from 1 to 8 p.m. The last maze admission is at 7 p.m.
Admission is $6 for adults and $4.50 for students (K to college).
Hayrides and the corn train hours are Saturday and Sunday 1 to 6 p.m.
