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“Open minds through art” showcases Birchaven Village artists

Birchaven Village, a division of Blanchard Valley Health System, will host an open house art show displaying the artwork created by residents with dementia through the program “Opening Minds through Art” (OMA). This art show will take place on November 29, 2018 from 1 to 5 p.m. in The Hub at Birchaven, located at 15100 Birchaven Lane, Findlay. A ceremony recognizing the artists will begin at 2 p.m. and guests will have the opportunity to meet and speak with the artists.

Vancrest ready for Christmas

Residents' doors and mailbox decorations tell the story

Photos by Monty Siekerman
The doors and mailboxes of residents of Vancrest are all decked out in the holiday spirit. Here are a few photos of the decorations.

It's all about Merry on Main

Ada depot transformed into a Christmas scene

By Monty Siekerman
Three ladies decorate the inside of the Ada Railroad Depot on Tuesday for holiday parties, which will be held there and for Merry on Main, set for Monday evening.

Ruth Roider (standing left) and JoNell Hanratty (standing) have been making the depot sparkle at Christmastime for more than 20 years.

They are assisted by Karen Ward, a relative newcomer to making the depot a joyous place during the holiday season.

To rent the facility for a party, call the village office at 419-634-4045.

Getting ready for Monday

Village employees attach a large wreath to the refurbished caboose in Railroad Park on Tuesday. Mayor Dave Retterer will turn on the lights in the park at 5 p.m. on Monday to during Merry on Main. There will be live reindeer, caroling, hot chocolate, Santa, a live Nativity scene, and more during Merry on Main. Retail shops will be open until 7:30 p.m. on Monday. (Monty Siekerman photo)

Record number of academic scholars on women’s soccer team

A school record 11 members from the Ohio Northern women's soccer program have been tabbed Academic All-OAC selections for the 2018 regular season.

 

Men’s soccer tops in classroom, too

The Ohio Northern men's soccer program was well-represented on this year's Academic All-Ohio Athletic Conference Team as 13 varsity team members garnered the accolade for the 2018 campaign.

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