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Historical Society Annual Potluck Supper April 26

Included in the Potluck Supper program is a short skit by the Oakwood Players involving the unlawful harvesting of a cherry tree in Virginia. Members of the cast from left to right are Jim Sheehan as the Constable, Rob Mitchell as George Washington, Marilyn Sheehan as the Probation Officer, Tom Cecil, Script Writer and Director, Mark Risley as George Washington’s Father and William Clark as the Judge.

Join us Thursday, April 26 at 6 p.m. at The Lutheran Church of Our Savior, 155 East Thruston Blvd for our Welcome to Spring Potluck Supper. Attendees are invited to bring their favorite culinary efforts to share based on their last names:

A through F: Main dish. G through M: Dessert. N through Z: Salad or vegetable.

Please bring enough plates and utensils for your party. Beverages and rolls will be provided.

Local historian and author Tom Cecil will give a presentation on President George Washington titled, “What You Always Wanted to Know About Our First President”. This will also include a fun skit performed by local actors.
Although there is no charge, we need to know how many will attend.

Please contact Teresa Prosser @ 293-8506  or by email, teresa.prosser@sinclair.edu. Parking and entrance is at the rear of the church. This will prove to be a filling and educational treat for diners and historians of all ages. See you April 26.


Student car wash April 28

The Lumberjacks Without Borders, a junior high service group, is having a carwash at the Far Hills parking lot next to the high school on Saturday, April 28th to raise money for Heifer International.  Hope to see you there!


Afternoon Tea at Patterson Homestead April 29

2nd floor balcony of the Patterson Homestead.

Join us for a delightful afternoon of tea, poetry and exciting remnants of the past at the historic Patterson Homestead, Sunday April 29, from 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.

Enjoy hot and iced tea, lemonade, a variety of pastries, tea sandwiches and desserts amidst the ornamental garden and on the second floor balcony.  Experience 19th century poetry readings greeting and celebrating spring.  Relax with your cup of tea while listening to music and witnessing the beginnings of spring.  

Tour the Homestead’s five 19th-century rooms and one Patterson exhibit room.  Discover a unique tea set in each period room. Don’t miss your chance to celebrate all the wonders of spring at the Patterson Homestead afternoon tea.  

Tickets are $20 per Dayton History Member and $25 per non-member.  Tickets can be purchased for $20 each for two or more people.  Space is limited.  For more information, or to make reservations, please call (937) 222-9724.  Period dress is welcome.


Princess Garden Tea Party

The original party filled up so quickly that Miss Pat has added a second one!!!  Hurry in, space is limited to the first 15 princesses!!!

Look!  Here comes Cinderella!  You are invited to join us at Smith Gardens for a Princess Tea Party.  Come dressed in your prettiest outfit (moms too), for an afternoon of fun and elegance.  Moms are encouraged to stay to serve their little princess. Activities will include crafts, music, individual pictures and a description of outfits.Light refreshments including tiny tea sandwiches, lemonade, assorted desserts and of course tea will be served.

What little girl wouldn’t LOVE to come to a tea party? Register today!

Date: Saturday, May 5, 2007 from 2:30 – 4 p.m.
Fee: $15 (M), $22 (NM), $30 (NR). Location: Smith Gardens, in case of rain it will be held in the OCC Great Room.

At the Wright Library__________________________________________

Preschool storytime at Wright Library

On two Monday evenings during the spring Wright Library will present special preschool storytimes. Children ages 3 to 5 will have fun listening to stories and making simple crafts led by children’s librarian, Mrs. Rose. No registration is required.

Monday, May 14: Celebrate Transportation Week.  Come listen to stories about trains, boats, automobiles, bicycles, and walking.  Make your own vehicle. Contact the Children’s Room at 294-7171, or for more information visit the Wright Library website.

Toddler program to celebrate Library Week

Come celebrate with Wright Library!  Jennifer Mattingly, Education Program Specialist at the Montgomery County Public Works Department, will be at Wright Library on Wednesday, April 18, at
10:30 a.m. to help celebrate National Library Week.  

Ms. Mattingly will present a program for children ages 2-6 about the benefits of recycling and make a craft with the children. “Curby the Cardinal,” the recycling mascot, will also attend the program and will be available for pictures.  This program is free and no registration is required.  Anyone with questions can call the Children’s Department at 294-7171.

Child wellness expert to speak April 24

Join special guest speaker Pam Guiden, RN, BSN, from Children’s Medical Center for her talk about incorporating nutrition and exercise into a child’s daily life on Tuesday, April 24 at 7 p.m.    

Ms. Guiden will speak to Moms and Dads in Wright Library’s meeting room while children ages 2-6 can enjoy stories about food and nutrition with Mrs. Rose in the Children’s Room.  Both sessions are free but registration is required.

To register, please stop by the Children’s Room or call the Children’s Department at 294-7171. For more information visit the Wright Library website.

@ the OCC__________________________________________________

Beginning Riding (Ages 5-10)

This class will provide age appropriate education and skills for the beginner riders.  The children will be instructed on safety issues, equipment and basic handling skills.  All participants must be able to ride a bike before the session begins. The class will be complete in one evening. There are three dates to choose from: Monday, April 30; Wednesday, May 2 and Friday, May 4.

Bicycle Maintenance/Bike Rodeo

Has your bike been sitting unused all winter?  This class will get your bike in peak condition for summer.  The class will cover most repairs that do not require specialized tools or equipment.  If you have a bike tool kit please bring it with you. Also children in K – 6th grade stay and join us for our Bike Rodeo.  This program includes skills course and bike registration by the Oakwood Safety Department. Top scores for each age group, from the skills course, will be sent into the Montgomery County AAA, and invited to compete in a countywide Bike Rodeo.

Date: Saturday, April 28                    

Times:  9:30 – 10:30 a.m. Bicycle Maintenance, 10:30 a.m. -12:30 p.m. Bike Rodeo

Location:  Edwin D Smith Elementary Parking lot Beginning Riding (Ages 5-10)

This class will provide age appropriate education and skills for the beginner riders.  The children will be instructed on safety issues, equipment and basic handling skills.  All participants must be able to ride a bike before the session begins. The class will be complete in one evening.

There are three dates to choose from:

Monday, April 30
Wednesday, May 2
Friday, May 4

Summer Camps at the OCC

Kiddie Kamp (ages 3-5)
Summer in Shafor (ages 6-9)
Camp Hodge Podge (ages 8-12)
Tiny Tap (ages 3-5) with Colette Miller, June 18-22.
Tap Camp (ages 6-8) with Colette Miller, June 18-22.
Tennis Lessons with the staff of KTC/Quail Run, starting June 18th.
Ballet with Miss Camille (ages 4-6, grade 1-3, and grades 4-7).
Beginning Riding (ages 5-10) Monday, April 30, Wednesday, May 2, or Friday, May 4.
Jazz Dance Camp (K-3, 4-6, & Jr High/High School) with Trisha Burke-Williams, June 25-29.
Mythic Shorts “New” (grades 6-10) with Jean Howart Berry, June 25-July 27.
Youth Summer Theatre Camp with Teresa Connair (ages 8-13) June 25-29 & July 9-20.
Camp Daylight (ages 6-9) “New All Day Camp” July 9-13.
OCC Soccer Camp “New” (ages 10-14) with Doug Lehman, July 16-20.
Ballet with Miss Camille (ages 4-6, grade 1-3, and grades 4-7).
Pee Wee Cheerleading (grades 1-3) with Colette Miller, July 30-August 3.
Intermediate Tumbling (grades 1-3) with Colette Miller, July 30-August 3.
Cheerleading Camp (grade 4-6) with Colette Miller, July 23-27.
Intermediate Tumbling (grade 4-6) with Colette Miller, July 23-27.
Tennis Camp Deuce “New” incorporation with Hollinger Tennis Club, (ages 4-6 July 9-13, age 7-11 July 16-20, ages 12-14 July 23-27).
Ralleyball “New” incorporation with KTC/Quail Run & Hollinger Tennis Club, (ages 5-7, 8-10, & 13-17),
August 13-17.
Art Camp (ages 8-12) with Jane Brennan, August 13-17.
Sports Camp (ages 7-10) August 13-17

The Oakwood Community Center is currently taking registrations.  For more information about these camps please stop by the Oakwood Community Center 105 Patterson Rd., or call 298-0775.


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