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Want to have a successful party? Invite a pigeon!

Posted by Fred Steiner on Saturday, March 12, 2016

Photos and story by Monty Siekerman

If you ever want to have a successful party for young children, throw a Pigeon Party That's exactly what the Ada Public Library did Friday afternoon.

In this photo, youngsters listen to Natalie Walton read one of Mo Willems' books. The kids found out why pigeons don't drive busses.

At the party, the children enjoyed crafts, games, a treasure hunt, and snacks. The smiles on the youngsters' faces proved the party's success.

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Orange pigeons - John's favorites

Posted by Fred Steiner on Saturday, March 12, 2016

John Spiese, 3, colors a pigeon. He likes orange pigeons. He participated in the activity held at the Ada Public Library. See the story below for more detail. (Monty Siekerman photo)

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ONU athletes have "solid runs" on first day at DIII nationals

Posted by Fred Steiner on Saturday, March 12, 2016

By Tim Glon

Ohio Northern junior Allie Gast and sophomores Matt Molinaro and Emily Richards had solid runs on the first day of the NCAA Division III Men's and Women's Indoor track & Field Championships on Friday afternoon at the Bear Recreation and Athletic Center.

Gast entered the meet seeded 17th of 17 runners in the 60 hurdles and finished 15th overall. She ran at :08.97 in her preliminary heat, which was just .05 of a second off her career-best time in the event.

Molinaro rallied on the home stretch for a second place finish in his heat, finishing in 1:54.58. He will be seeded third in the finals on Saturday at 3:45 pm (CST).

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AmeriCorps Week is a great time to meet Max at the library

Posted by Fred Steiner on Thursday, March 10, 2016

It's AmeriCorps Week and the Ada Public Library is in celebration mode.

"We are grateful for Max Gauthier, Guiding Ohio Online/AmeriCorps volunteers at the Ada Public Library," Amanda Bennett, library administrator, told The Icon.

"Max is available to help you with your tech needs from now until August, available between 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Mondays and Wednesdays, and 2 to 8 p.m. on Tuesdays. For an appointment for one-on-one help, call the library at 419-634-5246," she said.

Just some examples of what Max can do: Microsoft Office questions, assistance with job search and application, setting up a device for e-books, and many more things.

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Ohio artist exhibit in Elzay Gallery

Posted by Fred Steiner on Thursday, March 10, 2016

Watercolor paintings by Ohio artist Christopher Leeper is now on display at the Elzay Gallery of Art at Ohio Northern University through April 3.  He has illustrated four children's books for the Smithsonian and the African Wildlife Foundation. His work has been featured in several books and publications, including The Artist's Magazine, American Artist and Ohio Magazine.  (From ONU Art Department Facebook)

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Two ONU athletes headed to DIII nationals and have regional honors

Posted by Fred Steiner on Thursday, March 10, 2016

By Ashley Birchmeier

Two ONU sophomores were name Great Lakes Region athletes of the year on Wednesday. The two are Matt Molinaro and Emily Richards.

Matt Molinaro

Sophomore Matt Molinaro was named the Great Lakes Region Men's Track Athlete of the Year.

The sophomore is currently ranked seventh nationally in the 800-meter with a record breaking time of 1:52.64, breaking the previous record of 1:53.50 set at the All-Ohio meet by former Polar Bear Jimmy O'Brien.

Molinaro also won the 800-meter run at the Ohio Athletic Conference Indoor Championships, where he was named the OAC Distance Runner of the Year.

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