“Getting More Out of Life” will be held Monday, April 8, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church sanctuary, 234 N. Main St., Kenton.
Dr. Todd Gillfillan, of Ada, a 2012 graduate of Palmer College of Chiropractic and certified in Applied Kinesiology will be the speaker for the evening.
He will answer questions about chiropractic in a clear and concise manner. He will share how chiropractic and the proper vitamins and supplements help individuals to get more out of life.
Dr. Gillfillan will also unpack the question “What can chiropractic do for common health concerns today such as arthritis, fibromyalgia, blood pressure, and diabetes?”
The program is sponsored by the Hardin County Homemakers Council and the OSU Extension, Hardin County office using a grant received from the Hardin County Community Foundation.
The program is free and open to the public. No RSVP is required.
For more information, contact the OSU Extension Office at 419-674-2297 or visit the OSU Extension website www.hardin.osu.edu
Dr. Gillfillan's presentation is one of several events taking place in the next few weeks in Hardin County. The Hardin County Chamber and Business Alliance provided The Ada Icon with the following events taking place in Hardin County.
Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser to benefit 20th Annual Gene Autry Days
Enjoy Spaghetti, Garlic Bread, Salad, Beverage and Dessert for $8 on April 28 from 12:30PM to 2:30PM at the First United Methodist Church, 234 N. Main St., Kenton. Ticket are pre-sale only. You can buy tickets at the Hardin County Chamber & Business Alliance, 225 S. Detroit St., Kenton, Monday through Friday, 8:30AM-4:30PM.
Annual Chicken BBQ by Keep Hardin County Beautiful
April 5, 2013, 4:00PM - 7:00PM at the First United Methodist Church in Kenton. Tickets are available for a donation of $9.00, and may be purchased from any Keep Hardin County Beautiful Commission member or contact Becky Stevenson, Program Manager at the KHCB office or call 419.674.2216. The meal will be 1/2 BBQ Chicken, Potato Salad, Green Beans, Dessert, Roll w/Butter and Drink. Proceeds go towards projects and the operation of KHCB.
“The Odd Couple, Female Version”
The Hardin County Players are excited to present to our community “The Odd Couple, Female Version” by Neil Simon and in cooperation with Samuel French, Inc.
“Unger and Madison are at it again! Florence Unger and Olive Madison, that is, in Neil Simon's hilarious contemporary comic classic: the female version of The Odd Couple. Instead of the poker party that begins the original version, Ms. Madison has invited the girls over for an evening of Trivial Pursuit. The Pidgeon sisters have been replaced by the two Constanzuela brothers. But the hilarity remains the same. “
Director is Charles Brad Gerritsen and cast members include: Rick Purcell, Brad Gerritsen, Mariah Clawson, Shirley Byal, Michelle Kindell, Janet Jusick, Sara White and Shelly Fannon.
Performances will take place on April 5 and 6 at 8:00PM and April 7 at 2:00PM in the banquet room of the Kenton Elks Lodge.
The general public can purchase tickets in advance for $7.00 each or reserve a table for 4 at $25.00 from any cast member or at Huntington National Bank or Home Savings & Loan by March 29th. Tickets can also be purchased at the door.
Something special this production is that with every advance ticket or table reservation (each member of the table gets a ticket) the audience member can take advantage of 10% off their meal at Henry’s Restaurant. Simply present the tear off stub of “The Odd Couple, female version” ticket at Henry’s on any one of the production days.
Snacks and Concessions will be available at the show.
Spring Clean Ups Scheduled
April 6 - Cessna Township
April 6 - Washington Township
April 6 - Goshen Township
April 6 - Dunkirk/Blanchard Township
April 20 - Dudley Township
April 15-18 - City of Kenton
April 27 -Jackson Township
May 4 - Buck Township
May 4 - Taylor Creek Township
June 15 – Ridgeway/Hale Township
For more information on times, locations and accepted items, visit our website at www.hardinohio.org or contact your Township Trustee or the City of Kenton at 419.674.4850.
YMCA Radio Day Auction
Tune into WKTN and the Time Warner Cable local Access Channel on April 6 from 9AM to 5PM to bid on many items from local businesses. This years’ Auction proceeds go towards programs offered at the Hardin County Family YMCA. For more information call 419.673.6131.
Upcoming Programs at Mary Lou Johnson Library
On April 9, 23 and 30 there will be an American Mahjong Class from 2:30PM-4:30PM for any adult interested. No need to bring anything except yourself.
On April 13 beginning at 1PM, the Ohio Bird Sanctuary will be at the library to do a programs. There will be live birds and they will be talking about each bird and how they live in and around Ohio. All ages are welcome and the program is free.
For more information about events at the library call 419.673.2278.
KHS Band Fundraiser
Contact any High School Band member to order frozen Little Caesar’s Pizza’s and Mrs. Field’s cookie dough (individual cookie pieces) before April 15. Delivery will be April 30.
Head Start Preschool
Head Start Preschool is for children ages 3 to 5 years. Classes are available in Ada, McGuffey, Kenton and Forest. Contact the Hardin County Head Start Office at 419.674.4433 ext. 22
Kenton Wal-Mart is hiring
Visit www.walmart.com or one of the kiosks inside the store located at 1241 E. Columbus St., Kenton to fill out an application for seasonal associates.
Upcoming @ ONU’s Freed Center for the Performing Arts
· “Nine” - Based on Felini's film 8 1/2, this musical delighted Broadway theatre goers in a hit revival in 2003. Nine is the story of a celebrated Italian film director, Guido Contini, who has lost his creative inspriation under the looming deadline for his latest film. Contini attempts to court his muse through the company of beautiful women, all clamoring to be loved by him. Haunted by the shadows of his past, Contini is forced to contemplate the real substance of his life, which will become the material for his next film. Tickets: General $15; Senior/Non-ONU Student $12; Child $9. April 18, 19 & 20 at 7:30PM and April 20 & 21 at 2PM.
· International Play Festival - This decade-old festival, dedicated to the promotion of new work from around the globe, will focus on the world premiere of an English translation of a Japanese Play.Tickets: General $15; Senior/Non-ONU $12; Child $9. April 25, 26 & 27 at 7:30PM and April 27 & 28 at 2PM.
· The Freed Center box office is open Monday through Friday from 12NOON to 5PM, and Saturday from 10 am to 2 pm. Phone orders are accepted with American Express, MasterCard, VISA or Discover by calling 419-772-1900. Tickets also are available online at www.freedcenter.com.
Other Events on the Calendar
Open House at United Methodist Church Preschool
Tree Town Festival Organizational Meeting
Ohio Safety Congress 2013
American Red Cross Blood Drives
Spring Fling Craft Show
