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Lisbon sets hydrant maintenance
The Lisbon water department will be flushing fire hydrants from Monday, April 19, through Saturday, May 1, east of Market Street from Washington Street north to Saltwell Road. Customers may notice short periods of lower pressure and some discoloration is possible in and around the areas where work is occurring. Customers are asked to refrain from doing laundry when flushing is taking place in your area.
Helping someone help themselves
A free, comprehensive training on navigating addiction will be held virtually from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday, April 26. This training is sponsored by Gov. DeWine's RecoveryOhio Initiative, the Addiction Policy Forum and the Columbiana County Mental Health and Recovery Services Board. enCompass, the 8-hour training session, is virtual and open to all Columbiana County residents and service providers who want to learn more about addiction and have the skills to respond. Like CPR, the course is designed to build the skills to support and respond to someone who needs help. All participants receive a certificate at the completion of the course. Register at https://bit.ly/3wmZ9xE by April 19. The first 25 participants to complete the training session and present their certificate of completion will receive a $25 gift card from WalMart.
Many spring things set in Lisbon
The Lisbon Area Chamber of Commerce is hosting a "Spring has Sprung in Lisbon" craft show from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday April 17 at the South Park Avenue portion of the square downtown. More than 20 crafters are now committed to this event. The downtown stores will also be having different promotions during this time. The some of the restaurants will have special deals at this time. Almost Perfect Foundation at 2 S. Park Ave is sponsoring a free concert by the Conkle Brothers from noon to 3 p.m. at the gazebo. People may want to bring lawn chairs. The North Park Avenue portion of the square will be available for relaxing and listening to the music with social distancing being practiced. The Methodist church will be doing free face painting for the children. The Lisbon Little Devils will be on hand to sell beverages for those attending. The chamber asks that masks be worn by all the vendors and those attending. There are still a few crafters spots available at $25 for a 10 by 10 space. For more information, call the chamber office, 330/424-1803.
Liverpool offering summer classes
East Liverpool will offer two sessions of summer school: June 7 to July 9 and July 12 to Aug. 13. Times are 8 a.m.-noon. Students can attend one or both. Transportation will be provided as well as breakfast and lunch.
Students in grades K-4 and 5-6 will receive instruction and support in reading and engage in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) activities.
Students in grades 7-12 can choose from a wide menu of options. These include but are not limited to ACT prep, garage band, credit recovery, outdoor fitness, life after high school, community garden, leadership and community service.
Registration can be made by calling your child's school or competing the form found on the district website. Parents are asked to express their interest by April 21.
Dinner benefits Southern pantry
A carryout spaghetti dinner will be held Sunday in Salineville to benefit the Southern community food bank. The dinner -- spaghetti and meatballs, tossed salad, bread and butter and fruit jello -- will be served from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the fire station located next to the pantry. The cost is $8.
Spring Wildflower Hike
A Spring Wildflower Hike is scheduled for 9 to 11 a.m. April 17 at Beaver Creek State Park. Space is limited and registration required at beavercreekw@aol.com. BCWEC volunteers Cheryl Mattevi and Eileen Dray-Bardon will lead the hike to view early spring wildflowers and wildlife. The trail ranges from gentle to moderately steep and may be muddy. Dress for the weather, wear sturdy shoes and bring a walking stick if preferred. The hike will be canceled if there is heavy rain. Meet at the basketball court in Beaver Creek State Park. All current COVID procedures will be followed. Wear masks and do not come if feeling sick. Hand sanitizer will be available for all participants at the beginning and end of the hike.
Beaver Creek Wildlife Education Center
The Beaver Creek Wildlife Education Center will open from 1 to 5 p.m. Saturdays beginning May 1, following current Covid policies. May programs include:
Grow a Butterfly Garden from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. May 1 under the pavilion. Space is limited and registration is required by emailing contact information to beavercreekw@aol.com. BCWEC volunteers Cheryl Mattevi and Eileen Dray-Bardon will share how to plant a garden that attracts butterflies and other pollinators; which plants host the different stages of these beneficial and beautiful creatures; where to purchase plants locally; how to collect seeds; and how to plant them. Participants will receive some sample plants and seeds. Masks are required and do not come if feeling sick. Hand sanitizer will be available for all participants at the beginning and end of the activity. This activity is suitable for adults and children over the age of 12.
Milkweed Mud Pies from 1 to 4 p.m. May 1 under the pavilion. BCWEC volunteers Cheryl Mattevi and Eileen Dray-Bardon will lead the program for children and adults of all ages choose milkweed and other wildflower seeds and make a seed ball to take home to plant. Participants can also help enlarge the wildflower meadow at the Wildlife Center by pitching in a few seeds. All current Covid procedures will be followed. Wear masks and do not come if feeling sick. Hand washing and sanitizer will be available for all participants at the beginning and end of the activity. The number of people in each group will be limited, so people may have to wait to participate to maintain the appropriate number under the pavilion.
Nature Craft Tree Cookie Pictures from 1 to 4:30 p.m. May 15 under the pavilion. Space is limited and registration is required by emailing contact information to beavercreekw@aol.com. BCWEC volunteer Carolyn Roble will lead the program in which participants can create a beautiful picture in a frame using tree cookies (slices of wood from trees and branches) and other items from nature. This craft will take about one hour to complete, so plan to arrive between 1 and 3:30 p.m. All supplies will be provided. Current Covid procedures will be followed.