Community happenings, events, etc.

Central Ohio Opry
performs in Buford April 7
 The Central Ohio Opry music show is coming back to the old Buford School on
Saturday, April 7.
Doors open at 6 p.m. and show time is from 7-9:30 p.m. Guest singers are
Megan Snively and David Wayne. Concessions are available so come on out and
have supper before the show.
Cost is $8 per person and children under 12 free.

New Vienna United
Methodist Church
hosts Easter services
 On April 8, New Vienna United Methodist Church, located at 11576 State
Route 28 west, New Vienna, will hold an Easter Sunday service featuring the
worship cantata “Come, Rejoice.” Sunrise service will begin at 7 a.m.,
followed by breakfast, Sunday school and then morning worship at 10:45 a.m.
• The church will host a Community Easter Egg Hunt on April 7.
• On May 5, New Vienna UMC will host a ladies scrapbooking and
paper-crafting day on Saturday, May 5 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The cost is $10,
and reservations are required as space is limited.
Visit nvumc.com or call (937) 987-2800 for more details.

Highland County
Engineer’s Office
summer hours
 The following are the 2012 summer hours for the Highland County
Engineer’s Office and County Highway Department. Effective April 2 through
Oct. 4, 2012, the Highland County Engineer’s Office and County Highway
Department will be working four (4) ten (10)-hour days, Monday through
Thursday, 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. All business should be conducted during these
hours. The office and highway garage will be closed all day Friday effective
with the above dates. After-hour emergencies will continue to be handled by
calling the Highland County Sheriff at 393-1421.

Whiteoak holds Adult
Computer Basics Courses
 Adult Computer Basics Courses will be offered again this spring at
Whiteoak High School. The classes will be taught by the advance computer
applications class and will include an introduction lesson to Microsoft
Office 2010 Word, Excel and PowerPoint, along with getting to know the
computer components and Gmail. Classes will be held on Tuesdays and
Thursdays in April from 10-11 a.m. The first class starts on April 3, and
will be held in the high school computer lab across from the high school.
Other dates are April 12, 17, 19, 24 and 26. To register, please call (937)
442-2241 ext. 1434. The classes are free and open to members in the
community.

Modern Woodmen,
Bright Local hold
family photo event
 Modern Woodmen of America is partnering with Bright Local Schools for a
Community Family Picture Event on Monday, April 16 and Tuesday, April 17
from 4-8 p.m. each evening. Families will receive an 8x10 portrait for a
donation of $15 and additional picture packages will be available for
purchase. Community members may call the high school at 937-442-2241 ext.
1434 to schedule their appointment or for more information. This event is
part of a $2,500 Matching Fund Program through Modern Woodmen of America.
All proceeds will benefit Bright Local Schools Yearbook. Spring photo
day for Whiteoak Jr./Sr. High students is Wednesday, April 18. Photo
packages will be sent home with students one week prior to picture day.

Highland SWCD
tree pickup dates
 The Highland Soil and Water Conservation Districts tree seedling orders
will be ready for pickup on Friday, April 6 (7:30 a.m.–6:30 p.m.). The
one-day pickup will be held at the Liberty Township Building, located on
Moore Road across from Seal-Tite. The building will only be open during
these times, so make arrangements to pick-up your trees that day.
There are a few tree packets still available on a first-come,
first-serve basis. If you are interested in purchasing tree seedlings, stop
by the Liberty Township building Friday during the pick-up times or contact
the Highland SWCD office at 393-1922 ext. 3.

Coming events
at the Highland County
Historical Society
 • On April 7 at 7 p.m., Bob Patton will give a presentation on the
history of Marshall Township and the recently razed school. Appetizers and
drinks will be served, and there will be an unveiling of the Marshall
basketball championship exhibit and an excavated time capsule.
• On April 21 at 7:30 p.m., the Highland County Historical Society will
hold their monthly Heritage Music Series concert and social hour. Call for
tickets.
• On May 4, the Highland County Historical Society will host a Member
Appreciation Potluck at the Highland House museum, starting at 6 p.m.
Membership per single is $15. Call the museum for details at 393-3392.
• On May 19 at 7:30 p.m., the Highland County Historical Society will hold
their monthly Heritage Music Series concert and social hour. Call for
tickets.

Recovery program
meets on Tuesdays
 The Celebrate Victory Recovery Program meets every Tuesday night at 7
p.m. at ReaLife Church, located at 230 West South Street, Hillsboro.

Alzheimer’s Support
Group meetings
 The Alzheimer’s Association of Greater Cincinnati will sponsor a
Highland County Alzheimer’s/Dementia Family Caregiver Support Group on the
third Monday of each month from 5-6:30 p.m. at Highland District Hospital.
For information, contact Vickie Gaines at (937) 840-6581.

Colony Theater shows
 The April show at the Colony Theater Christian series will be Jericho 7.
Shows are the third Saturday of the month at 7:30 p.m. For information, call
Tina Bradshaw at the Colony or Charlie Hargrave at 218-2290.

Eagles host Thursday bingo
 The Hillsboro Eagles host bingo on Thursday nights. Doors open at 5:30
p.m., and games start at 7 p.m.

AA meetings in Rainsboro
 The Rocky Fork Lake/Rainsboro area has a new meeting of AA at Rainsboro
United Methodist Church, Saturdays from 10-11 a.m. In addition, there will
be Al-Anon support meetings Saturdays at the church.

House of Prayer
board meetings
 The Highland County House of Prayer, Inc. will hold monthly board
meetings on the last Wednesday of each month. The meetings will take place
at the home of Marvin and Becky Gotherman, 100 West Union Pike, Hillsboro at
7 p.m. Anyone interested is invited to attend. For more information, call
(937) 661-1142 or 393-2774.

Senior Citizens Center
annual flea market April 13
 The Highland County Senior Citizens Center annual indoor flea market is
Friday, April 13, from 9 a.m.-4 p.m., at 185 Muntz St., Hillsboro.
Interested in renting a space to sell? For members, it’s $10; for
non-members: $15. Call the center at 937-393-4745 to reserve your space and
for more details.

Easter egg hunt
 The Marshall United Methodist Church will hold its annual Easter egg
hunt Saturday, April 7 at 2 p.m. at the church. All children are welcome.
For more information, please contact Kristi Grover at 466-2882 or Sandy
Abell 466-9202.

Marshall School Committee
dinner April 14
 The Marshall School Committee will hold a roast pork, baked steak and
chicken dinner at the Marshall School gymnasium Saturday, April 14 from 4-8
p.m. A freewill donation will be accepted. A theme-basket silent auction and
50/50 raffle will be held throughout the evening. Proceeds go to the upkeep
of the Marshall gym. For more information, contact Kristi Grover at 466-2882
or Karen Sheeley at 466-2124.

VFW fish fry April 7
 VFW Post 9094 will host a fish fry Saturday, April 7 from 4:30-7 p.m. at
their building on U.S. 50 behind the Hillsboro Dairy Queen. Meals are $7 and
include all the fish you can eat, fries, slaw, hush puppies and a soft
drink. The event is open to the public.

Special services at
Carmel Church of God
 The Carmel Church of God, 5554 Carmel Road, is having an egg hunt on
Saturday, April 7 at 1 p.m. Ages 12 and under are welcome to participate.
Candy filled eggs and prizes will be awarded. The Carmel Church of God will
be presenting an Easter Drama on Wednesday, April 4 at 7 p.m. and on Easter
at 11 a.m.

Flea markets at
Sardinia Veterans Park
 A monthly flea market will be held at the Sardinia Veterans Park on the
first Saturday of the month from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., beginning May 5 through
Sept. 1. Food will be served at these events. Anyone with crafts or other
items to sell is welcome. There will not be a set rental fee; it will be by
donation only. All donations will be used to upgrade and maintain the
Veterans Park. Anyone interested in a space or information can call (937)
442-5675.

New Life Church relocates
 New Life Church has moved to its new location on the Third Floor at 94
South St., Wilmington. The public is invited to Easter services on April 8,
which will be followed by an Easter egg hunt for children up to age 12. For
information, call (937) 364-2467 or (937) 987-2818.

American Legion
hosts Easter egg hunt
 American Legion #568 will hold an Easter egg hunt Saturday, April 7 at 1
p.m. at the Highland Park in Highland. Age groups are 0-3, 4-6 and 10-12.
The Ladies Auxiliary will be holding an Easter basket raffle and candy sale.
For more information, call Julie Crabtree at 780-6563 or Jim Crabtree at
780-6760.

Pricetown Church of Christ
hosts Easter egg hunt
 The Pricetown Church of Christ will hold its annual Easter egg hunt on
Saturday, April 7 from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. From 11 a.m. - 12:20 p.m., there
will be a free meal, plus games, crafts and pictures. The Easter story will
then be presented. The final event will be an egg hunt for all children ages
fifth grade and under. Categories will be divided based on age. Everything
is free, and everyone is welcome. For more information, call 288-2418.

Meet the candidate
reception for Brenda Losey
 There will be a meet the candidate reception and fundraiser for Brenda
Losey who is running for Highland County commissioner on Wednesday, April 25
from 5-8 p.m. at the Yellow Rose Bed and Breakfast, 305 S. Washington St. in
Greenfield. Everyone is invited.

Lynchburg Lions Club
pancake and sausage breakfast
 The Lynchburg Lions Club will have their monthly pancake and sausage
breakfast on Saturday, April 7 at the Lynchburg Lions Club/Gun Club Building
on Sharpsville Road in Lynchburg. The breakfast will be served from 8-11
a.m.

HCAC Coaches
Pitch registration
 HCAC Coaches Pitch registration will be held Friday, April 13 from 6-8
p.m. and Sunday, April 15 from noon to 2 p.m. at the concession stand at
Liberty Park.

New Directions’ rummage sale
 New Directions’ rummage sale will be April 19-21 9 a.m.-6 p.m. daily at
the New Directions Youth Center, 251 Jefferson St., Greenfield.

Spring revival at
Walnut Hill Church of
Christ in Christian Union
 Walnut Hill Church of Christ in Christian Union will hold a spring
revival April 9-15 at 7 p.m. nightly (including Sunday) and 10:30 a.m.
Sunday. The evangelist will be Adam Buckler, with special music by Echoes of
Mercy. The church is located at 10449 Barger Road in Leesburg. The public is
invited.

LCHS grand march April 21
 Lynchburg-Clay High School’s prom grand march will begin at 6 p.m. on
April 21. This will include the crowning of the prom king and queen and
prince and princess.

Wee Care open house
 Wee Care will hold an open house/open registration for the 2012-13
school year on Thursday, April 19 from 6-8 p.m. Children ages 3-5 years old
are accepted. For more information, call the church office at (937)
393-2981.

Health Dept. clinic
 The Highland County Health Department will hold an immunization clinic
on Monday, April 9 from 1-4 p.m. at their office at 1487 North High Street,
suite 400, Hillsboro.
• The CARE-A-VAN Health Assessment Clinic will visit the Greenfield
Pamida parking lot from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. on April 10.

Easter Services at Rainsboro
and Marshall United
Methodist Churches
 You are invited to join us on Easter Sunrise Service at 7 a.m. at Marshall
UMC. Easter Worship at Rainsboro UMC at 9:30 a.m. Easter Worship at
Marshall UMC at 11 a.m.

GOP central committee
meets April 11
 The Highland County Republican Central Committee will meet at 7 p.m.
Wednesday, April 11 at the Highland County Administration Building’s lower
level meeting room in Hillsboro. Items to be discussed include
reorganization of central and executive committees, nomination and election
of officers, appointments to unfilled precinct seats and discussion of real
estate options.

Board of Elections
closed Good Friday
 The Highland County Board of Elections will be closed Friday, April 6.
The office will reopen on April 9.

Sidewalk Prophets and
Josh Wilson perform April 20
 Nationally acclaimed contemporary Christian artists Sidewalk Prophets
and Josh Wilson will be performing at the Southern State Community College
Patriot Center on SSCC’s central campus, Friday, April 20 at 7:30 p.m.
Tickets are available through Hillsboro Christian Academy and may be ordered
by calling (937) 393-8422. Prices are $45 for floor seating and $20 for
bleacher seats.
For information, visit www.sidewalkprophets.com.

Belfast Cemetery Association
holds annual meeting
 The annual meeting of the Belfast Cemetery Association will be held at
the home of Dick and Phyllis Gorman, 9935 Coss Road, on Monday, April 9 at
7:30 p.m. Anyone interested in the upkeep of the cemetery is welcome.

Blood drive in Lynchburg
 The Lynchburg Area Joint Fire and Ambulance District will hold a blood
drive Monday, April 16 from 1:30-7:30 p.m. at the Lynchburg Fire and EMS
building at 8123 S.R. 135.
For an appointment, contact Sharon Higgins at (937) 364-6209.

Breakfast with the
Easter Bunny April 7 at Lynchburg firehouse
 Lynchburg Area Joint Fire and Ambulance District will host breakfast
with the Easter Bunny on April 7 at the firehouse, located at 8123 S.R. 135.
The event costs $6 for adults and $4 for children under 5. An
all-you-can-eat pancake breakfast will be served from 8-11 a.m., with an
Easter egg hunt at 9 a.m. For information, call (937) 364-2915.

Deadline approaches for
quilt and craft applications
 The 2012 Chatfield College Quilt and Craft Show will be held from 10
a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, April 28 at the St. Martin campus in St. Martin.
The quilt exhibit will include traditional quilts of any theme as well
as contemporary pieces. The show will also feature a quilt contest of
seasonal-themed quilts. Applications are available now to exhibit quilts,
demonstrate or sell crafts and to enter the quilt contest.
For information, call 513-875-3344, ext. 140 or email:
jessica.smith@chatfield.edu.

CAMP signups open
for 57th annual session
 Young people grades 6 through June 2012 grads may now register for the
award-winning motivational camp, C.A.M.P., which will happen Aug. 5-11 at
the Resident Camp at Tar Hollow State Park. All-inclusive cost for C.A.M.P.
is $215 before discounts. For more information, contact the camp
administrator, Tina Brizius, at (614) 778-1705 or Janny Brizius at (937)
365-1388.

UCANspay/neuter program
 UCAN Highland County Transport’s low-cost spay/neuter program will hold
drop-offs and pick-ups for pets on the fourth Wednesday and Thursday of the
month at Peace Lutheran Church, 231 Harry Sauner Road.
Pets are to be dropped off at the church between 7-7:15 a.m. on
Wednesdays and may be picked up between 11:30 a.m. - noon Thursdays. All
pets must be in pet carriers.
Forms for the UCAN program may be picked up at any Highland County
library. For more information, visit ucancincinnati.org or email Karla at
missikarli@yahoo.com.

Annual trout derby April 7
 A trout derby and fun shoot will be held at the Rocky Fork State Park
campground docks on April 7 (rain date: April 8) for children ages 15 and
under. Registration will begin at 10 a.m.
The event is sponsored by Highland County Rod & Gun Club, Ohio Division
of Wildlife and Ohio Division of Parks and Recreation, with special thanks
to the Friends of NRA Hillsboro Chapter. Tagged fish sponsors include NCB,
Merchants National Bank, Rhoads-Edgington Funeral Home, Hillsboro Lions
Club, Hamilton Insurance, Highland County Coon Hunters Club, County Engineer
Dean Otworth, Ron Ward, Kevin Greer and Whitetails Unlimited.
For additional information, call Rocky Fork State Park at (937)
393-4284.

Union Church of Christ
revival April 15-17
 Union Church of Christ will hold a spring revival April 15-17 with
evangelist Wally Rendel and song evangelists Bobby and Carolyn Delaney. The
revival will be held 10:20 a.m. and 6 p.m. Sunday and will begin Monday and
Tuesday at 6:45 p.m. The church is located at 3021 North Taylorsville Road,
Hillsboro.

Highland County GOP
central committee meetings
 The Highland County Republican Central Committee will meet the fourth
Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. in the Highland County Administration
Building’s lower conference rooms.

Holy Week services
 St. Mary’s Episcopal Church invites everyone to attend one or all of the
special Easter services that will be celebrated during Holy Week. An Easter
vigil of quiet meditation and meaningful contemplation will be held on
Saturday, April 7 at 7 p.m. On Easter Sunday, April 8, there will be two
services. The first will be a sunrise service beginning at 6 a.m. and will
be held in the Memorial Garden on the North Street side of the church. The
second service will be at 10 a.m. with a traditional Easter service and Holy
Eucharist.

Tasting luncheon
April 14 at Greenfield
First Presbyterian Church
 “Let’s Celebrate” is the theme of this year’s Presbyterian Women’s
tasting luncheon. The event will be 11 a.m. Saturday, April 14 at the First
Presbyterian Church, 457 Jefferson St., Greenfield. Tickets will be
available at the door and include a taste of over 40 recipes and a cookbook.
Adult tickets are $10; children under 12 are $3. Everyone is welcome to
attend. Call 937-981-3735 for more information.