WEST ALEXANDRIA —Birthdays this week: Rebecca Jennings, Nancy Thomas, Mandy Hall Turner, Tony Rosfeld, Bonnie Crabtree, Macey Wells, Danielle Mohr, Isabelle Guehring, Shirley Johnson, Shannon Latvala, Amy Benton, Joyce Deeter, Olivia Hoover, Lukas Hora, Rob Belvo, Liberty Chesney, Kristen Morris, Bill Deleranko, Eide Walker, JJ Ferriell, Chad Worley, Hazel Brown, Mark Strate, in memory of the Reverend Herman Bassler, in memory of Ruth Harry.
Anniversary this week: Jeff and Tina Rivers, Jonathon and Heather Clymer, Dwayne and Sue Sewell, Rickey and Jazmyn Wagoner.
EMS Blood Drive
West Alex EMS Blood Drive is Saturday, Sept. 28, from 9 a.m.-noon at 8 Marty Lane. Help celebrate the one year anniversary of the Solvita name by registering to donate blood and receive the limited edition Solvita Sun t-shirt at www.donortime.com or by calling 937-461-3220. Solvita Blood Center was formerly the Community Blood Center.
American Legion
Steak Fry Saturday, Sept. 28, from 5-7 p.m., includes a 50/50 raffle. Choice of ribeye or NY strip meal is $20, Chicken breast or chop steak meals are $12. Meal includes a baked potato, green beans and salad bar at James E. Ryan Post 322, 1477 Ohio 503 South.
Rock the Jukebox Friday, Sept. 20, from 7-11 p.m.
Ladies’ Night starts at 6 p.m. every Wednesday.
Senior Jam Band meets every Thursday from 1-3:30 p.m.
Turkey Shoot
Twin Valley Rod and Gun Club’s 42nd Annual Turkey Shoot takes place at 1 p.m. each Sunday starting Oct. 13, through Nov. 24. The public is welcome. There is a lunch stand in the Clubhouse. Contact Floyd Weimer at 937-336-1618, Curtis Early at 937-533-3226 or Paul Price at 937-248-1083.
Venison for Food Banks
The Venison for Food Banks of Preble County program is ongoing. Anyone who takes a deer can donate all or part of the meat for the Foodbanks. We have sponsors who will take care of the processing fees. You may contact Brad Turner, Preble County Game Warden, or Curtis Early from Twin Valley Rod and Gun Club at 937-533-3226.
Youth Pheasant Hunt
Twin Valley Rod and Gun Club is sponsoring a Youth Pheasant Hunt at Ulrich’s Hunting Preserve on Saturday, Oct, 19, from 9 a.m. to noon and 1-4 p.m. with complimentary lunch at noon for both sessions. The hunt is open to youth, 12-17 years of age who have completed a Hunter Education Course. Proof of certification is required. The hunt is free but limited to 20 participants with two rooster pheasant per hunt. Ulrich’s Hunting Preserve is located at 4964 Enterprise Road. Contact Curtis Early, 937-533-3226, Paul Price at 937-248-1083 or Floyd Weimer at 937-336-1618 for more information.
Oktoberfest
The Annual Oktoberfest, held at Peace Park, 70 W. Dayton St., sponsored by West Alexandria Celebration Committee, will be held Saturday, Oct. 12, from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. and Sunday, Oct. 13, from 10:30 a.m.-6 p.m. This family-friendly event features food, music, crafts and games.
Oktoberfest Miss and Mr. Pageant
The 8th Annual Oktoberfest Miss and Mr. Pageant will be hosted by Alpha Kappa Sorority on Saturday, Oct. 12, at the Oktoberfest in Peace Park. Winners will be announced immediately following the high school Oktoberfest Queen crowning. Interviews, including talent performances, will be conducted on Sunday, Sept. 29, starting at 2 p.m. at the James E. Ryan American Legion, Ohio 503 South. A $20 entry fee is required. The pageant is open to girls and boys ages 12 months through the eighth grade. Categories include: Baby — for ages 12-24 months, Tiny — for ages 2-3 years, Little — for ages 4-5 years, Mini — for those in kindergarten, Young — for those in first-third grades, Pre-Teen — for those in fourth-fifth grades, Teen — for those in sixth through seventh grades, and Junior for those in eighth grade.
All participants will receive a pageant t-shirt and goodie bag, as well as the opportunity to ride in the Oktoberfest parade. Winners will also receive a tiara for girls, or a fedora for boys, cash prizes and a sash. Special awards will also be given out in several categories. Winners will receive a special gift or gift basket from one of our sponsors. A $20 entry fee is required.
Register by Sept. 21 on Facebook at Alpha Kappa Sorority, or via flyers distributed to area schools. For more information, contact [email protected].
Oktoberfest Queen Pageant
Alpha Kappa Sorority is proud to be organizing and sponsoring the 2024 West Alexandria Oktoberfest Queen Pageant. The Oktoberfest Queen Pageant is open to any TVS High School female currently enrolled in grades 9-12. Those who wish to enter may pick up an application packet at the TVS HS office. Applications must be turned in to the TVS HS office by the end of the school day, Sept. 21.
Cash prizes are awarded to the Oktoberfest Queen, first-, and second-runners-up at the Oktoberfest on Saturday, Oct. 12.
Please contact Kami Schooley at 937-414-9428 for more information.
Library News
Wednesday, Sept. 18, is National Rice Krispies Day. Get a Krispie Treat when you check out a book
Wednesday, Sept. 18, is Teen Advisory Board
Friday, Sept. 20, is Community Chalk Day. Decorate your sidewalks, driveways and parking lots with positive messages and pictures.
Saturday, Sept. 21, 1 1a.m.-noon is Manga Book Club.
Tuesday, Sept. 24, from 5:30-6:30,p.m. is Kids Book Club discussing “The Library of Ever” by Zeno Alexander.
Wednesday, Sept. 25, from 5:30-6:30 p.m. is Manga Book Club is geared toward teens and adults..
Saturday, Sept. 28, Reading Dragons Kickoff includes earning exclusive new trading cards.
Saturday, Sept. 28, from noon-1p.m. is LEGO Club. The library provides the LEGOs, you provide the creativity. Attendees are entered into a monthly LEGO-themed prize drawing and a year-end grand prize in December.
Tuesday, Oct. 1, from 5:30-6:30 p.m. is Mop Head Ghost Adult Craft
Tuesday, Oct. 8, from 5:30-6:30 p.m. is It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown, Family Night
Saturday, Oct. 12-13, Friends of the LIbrary is having a Book Sale at the Oktoberfest in Peace Park.
Wednesday, Oct. 16, from 3:30-4:30 p.m. is Costume, Cosplay-building
Satrday, Oct. 19, from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. is Haunted W. Alex Paintings Adult Craft
Tuesday, Oct. 22, from 5:30-6:30 p.m. is Adult Book Club, featuring Verity by Colleen Hoover.
Saturday, Oct. 26, is LEGO Club from noon-1 p.m.
Mondays from 1-4 p.m. Book a Reference Librarian for all computer-related assistance.
Library phone: 937-533-4095; fax: 937-533-4119. Open Monday and Wednesday from noon-7 p.m., Tuesday: 1-7 p.m., Friday: noon- 4 p.m., and Saturday: 10 a.m-2 p.m.
BINGO
West Alexandria Fireman’s Association BINGO doors open at 5 p.m. and early bird BINGO starts at 6 p.m. every Thursday at 25 E. Dayton Street. The more in attendance, the higher the payouts. All proceeds go to your local firemen’s associations.
Coffeehouse Conversations
Kierston’s Coffeestop, located at 12 S. Main Street, is hosting Coffeehouse Conversations the second Monday of every month from 7-8p.m. Everyone is invited to stop in for complimentary coffee, a cookie, or baked-good. Bring a friend and pull up a chair for an open, honest, and friendly conversation about faith, life, and today’s social issues and how they relate to the Bible, with a local pastor.
Ladies Line Dancing
Ladies Line Dancing takes place every Monday night at 6:30 p.m. in the Town Hall basement, at 16 N. Main St., with parking available across the street. There is something for everyone at no charge. Dress comfortably and bring a water bottle. It’s a great opportunity to have fun, learn something new and make some new friends. Look for Ladies Line Dancing on Facebook events, or contact Becky Thompson on Facebook for more details. Watch this group for videos and updates.
Foodbank
The West Alexandria Food and Clothing Pantry is now located at the front of St. John Church at 20 E. South St. The entrance is handicap accessible with handicap parking available. Pantry hours are Mondays and Wednesdays from 10a.m. until noon as well as the second and last Wednesday evenings of each month from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Current needs are spaghetti sauce, egg noodles, all soups, canned peas, pancake mix, saltine crackers and chicken ramen noodles. The staff of the pantry considers it a privilege to serve our people and greatly appreciate the continuous support from the community. Please call 937-839-1615 for assistance or information.
St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church
Join us for Worship on Sundays at 10 a.m at 2139 Enterprise Road.
The Women of St. John, Ingomar, meet the second Thursday of every month at 7 p.m.
The third Saturday of each month at 9 a.m., the Sleep Mat Project group crochets plastic grocery bags into sleep mats for the homeless. For additional information call 937-839-4350.
Oak Street Brethren Church
Oak Street Brethren, formerly the West Alexandria Church of the Brethren, invites you to join us at 9:15 a.m. for Sunday School, and 10:30 a.m. for Worship Service on Sundays at 22 E. Oak St., or on the Oak Street Brethren Facebook page.
Calvary Baptist Church
Men’s prayer meeting is every Saturday at 10 a.m.
Join us for Sunday School at 10 a.m., Worship at 11 a.m., Sunday evening service at 6 p.m. and Wednesday evening services at 7 p.m. at 14 Dorsey Akers Dr. Contact The Reverend David Spears at 937-839-1024 or www.cbcwales.com.
Salem Lutheran Church
Sunday School takes place at 9:30 a.m. and Sunday Worship Service at 10:30a.m. every Sunday, at 70 E. Dayton St.
Salem Kids, for children in preschool through sixth grade, meet every Wednesday for dinner at 6 p.m. and classes from 6:30-7:30 p.m.
High School and Middle School Ministry meets Sundays at 6:30 p.m.
The Men’s Breakfast and Bible Study meets every third Saturday, next on Sept. 21, in the Fellowship Hall for Bible study, breakfast, fellowship, and prayer. Contact Jack Walker for more information.
Coups for Troops, sponsored by the Women of the Church, accept coupons up to two months past expiration for military families overseas. Place them in the basket in the Church Library. Please no pet supplies or local restaurant coupons.
Special Offering for September is the Marie Reynolds Scholarship Fund.
