COMMUNITY CORNER
Salem LCBA meeting
Members of the Loyal Christian Benevolent Association, Salem Branch 687, will meet Thursday at 6:30 p.m. at Salem Senior Housing, 996 W. Perry St., Salem. Guest speaker will be a representative from the LCBA headquarters in Erie, Pa. Refreshments will be served by Ruth Huggins, Joan Cole and Kris Egli.
VFW fish dinners
Washingtonville VFW Post 5532 will host Friday fish dinners from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. through April 3. Fish dinner (baked or fried) with two sides plus coleslaw and dinner roll is $16.50; fish sandwich is $13; fish on a dish is $12. Sides include fries, macaroni and cheese, baked beans. For carry out dinners call 330-427-2533.
Pancake breakfast
The Columbiana County Democratic Women’s Caucus will host a Pancake Breakfast and Bake Sale from 8 to 11 a.m. Saturday, March 14, at the Lisbon Lions Club, 38240 Industrial Park Road, Lisbon. Cost is $10 for adults and free for children 7 years and under.
Governor’s appointment
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine recently appointed Jessica A. Borza of Lisbon to the Governor’s Executive Workforce Board for a term beginning Feb. 27 and continuing at the pleasure of the governor.
Choose to Lose
EAST LIVERPOOL – Choose To Lose Group met at Boyce Church on Feb. 23 with leader Penny Perorazio presiding. The meeting opened up with the pledge of allegiance followed by CTLG roll call. Pam Fouse gave the secretary’s report and Cassie Stephens gave the treasurer’s report.
Tassy Everett was the Biggest loser. Tammy Heddelston was the Biggest loser of the month of February.
The no no is No Eating After 6 pm.
Heddelston won the Food Journals, Everett won the dimes, and Perorazio won the Share The Blessing.
Jackie Wilson, Carolyn Hager, Jean Ferrebee, Everett, and Fouse got to Put A Pig In The Pen. Winners of the No Fibbing Contest are Ferrebee, Wilson, Everett, Stephens, and Fouse. New numbers were drawn for the following week #3.
Perorazio closed the meeting with Prayer requests followed by the Lord’s prayer.
After the meeting all members went to celebrate Hager’s birthday at JP’S Pizzeria and Grill.
All Hands on Deck
Lincoln Park Performing Arts Center continues its 2025-2026 Clearview Federal Credit Union Subscription Series, Find Your Way! with All Hands On Deck, a USO-style tribute presented in the MainStage Theater for one weekend only, Thursday, March 19 through Sunday, March 22. Patterned after the beloved USO Big Band road shows that once traveled the country lifting spirits during uncertain times, this musical and dance spectacular features more than 40 American classics, including “Chattanooga Choo-Choo,” “Pennsylvania Polka,” “Deep in the Heart of Texas,” “America the Beautiful,” “Don’t Fence Me In,” and “Thanks for the Memory.” The production is directed by Sharon Schaller, resident artist at Lincoln Park, with choreography by Broadway star and Lincoln Park alum Amber Ardolino. Tickets start at $18 and are available by visiting LincolnParkArts.org or calling 724-576-4644.
EPGO program
“Staying out of the Emergency Room” will be a program presented by Dr. Joseph Cataline at the EPGO Gathering on Friday, March 13, at 1:30 p.m. at The Way Station, 109 Rebecca St., East Palestine (former Presbyterian Church). The event is free and open to everyone. Cataline will discuss reasons seniors end up in the ER and what can be done to prevent it. Participants will learn how to spot early symptoms and manage chronic conditions so they know when to seek the proper care. This informational session is designed to help every one stay healthier and more confident at home. Following the program participants can explore the EPGO free Winter Walking Program and Fitness Challenges located in the lower level. Guests can park in the side parking lot and enter by that door.
EP Eagles dinner
East Palestine Eagles #1506 will host its monthly Stuffed Chicken Breast Drive Thru from 4 to 6 p.m., Wednesday, March 4. Dinner is stuffed chicken breast, baked potato, vegetable and roll for $11. Call 330-853-8483 to order a dinner today.
WLC Club
The WLC Club met on Feb. 24 at the Living Well Church with leader Mary Jarvis opening the meeting prayer and then Mary Schmidt led the group in prayer. Donna Lee was the best loser and she wore the officer’s ribbon. Jami Spring won the 50/50 and Barb Q won the dime challenge.
The contest continues and members are to lose half a pound and keep a calorie chart.
Birthdays were celebrated by Martha Baxter, Diane Carnegie and Jami Spring. A card shower was given for all three members.
Donna Lee gave the treasurer’s report and Brenda Young read the minutes; both were approved as read.
Barb Tranter read a short funny story and then Jarvis closed the meeting wishing all a good week.
Lepper Library events
LISBON — The Lepper Library will host the following events this week:
Writers’ Group: Saturday, March 7, at 2 p.m. Join fellow writers to discuss topics such as writing, publishing, and grammar.
Seed Swap: Kick off a garden this March by visiting the library for free seeds while supplies last. The seed library offers a variety of options, including annuals, herbs, perennials, and vegetables. Enjoy gardening, save money, and promote sharing. Thanks to Burpee Seed Company and local gardeners for their donations. The limit is three packets per person.
Morning Toddlers and Preschool Storytimes: Tuesday, March 3, at 10 and 11 a.m. During morning storytime wear the craziest socks as the group reads Fox in Socks and other favorite books by Dr. Seuss. Sing songs and make a craft.
Writers’ Group, Adult Craft Classes, Moving and Grooving Preschool Storytime are all made possible in part by state tax dollars given by the Ohio Legislature to the Ohio Arts Council (OAC). The OAC is a state agency that funds and supports quality arts experiences to strengthen Ohio Communities culturally, educationally, and economically.


