The following are upcoming events in Clinton County:
Community blood drive to be held
Be ready for April showers with the free Solvita umbrella when you register to donate at the Wilmington monthly community blood drive Wednesday, April 10 from noon until 6:30 p.m. at Clinton Memorial Hospital Regional Health System, 610 West Main St. Everyone who registers to donate with Solvita now through April 27 will receive the green and purple Solvita umbrella. Schedule an appointment to donate with Solvita (formerly Community Blood Center) on the Donor Time app, by calling (937) 461-3220, or at www.donortime.com.
Mobile food pantry to be held in Blan
The local mobile food pantry will be a drive-thru food pantry until further notice, according to a news release. Those participating are asked to remain in their vehicles and have space available in their trunks for groceries. On Thursday, April 11, the Catholic Charities Southwestern Ohio Food for All Mobile Pantry will be at Blanchester Church of Christ, 911 Cherry St. The Food for All Mobile Pantry is open to all community residents who qualify under the TEFAP eligibility guidelines. The guidelines require the household income to be less than 200% the federal poverty line. Food will be distributed from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. Please bring a photo ID and a recent dated piece of mail with your current address.
Wilmington Public Library to host Robyn O’Dell
In conjunction with Clinton County Reads 2024, Robyn O’Dell, outreach coordinator for HealthSource Ohio, will speak at a public program, at 6:30 p.m., Thursday, April 11, at the Wilmington Public Library, on providing healthcare to underserved people in the community and how to obtain health insurance and other health-related needs.
Blanchester Booklovers to discuss “Rough Sleepers”
Blanchester Public Library’s Booklovers will meet at 7 p.m., Thursday, April 11, to discuss Tracy Kidder’s “Rough Sleepers,” the 2024 Clinton County Reads selection. The public is invited to attend.
Reverse Raffle & Dinner to benefit PAWS set
The Reverse Raffle and Dinner hosted by the Fraternal Order of Eagles to benefit PAWS will be held on Saturday, April 13 at 6 p.m. For $25 a ticket, you will receive dinner and one raffle ticket with the opportunity to win up to $2,500. Additional raffles, including a gorgeous quilt, baskets, 50/50 and more, will be held. Tickets are available at D&G’s Paws and Claws Snack Shack, the Wilmington News Journal and from Kathy Collins. Only $250 tickets are available, and sales are brisk.
Storyteller to keynote Clinton County Reads 2024 dinner
The 2024 Clinton County Reads dinner is set for Thursday, April 18 at 6:30 p.m., in the Wilmington Municipal Building Moyer Community Room. The menu is by chef Jen Purkey, and storyteller Nicole Ruttencutter, R.N., will deliver the keynote address, “Storytelling’s Connection to Healthcare.” Prepaid dinner reservations can be made at thekavahaus.com or by calling 937-763-4287 by April 15. Olde Town Tavern will host a pre-dinner social hour at 5 p.m.
Crossroads of Eden Book Club to discuss ‘Rough Sleepers’
The Sabina Public Library’s Crossroads of Eden Book Club will meet at 10:30 a.m., Friday, April 19, to discuss Tracy Kidder’s “Rough Sleepers,” the 2024 Clinton County Reads selection. The public is invited to participate.
Washington Twp. to host Clean Up Days
Washington Township is hosting Clean Up Days April 20 and April 21. The event is open to Washington Township residents of Clinton County. Dumpsters will be located at the township hall at 162 SR 350, East Cuba. Items not accepted: appliances, A/C, batteries, boats, hazardous waste, household trash, liquids, paint, refrigerators, and tires.
Community discussion on Farm Bill and conservation to be held
On Monday, April 29 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m., a community discussion on the Farm Bill and conservation featuring special panelists will be held at the Center for the Sciences & Agriculture Room 149 (corner of College and Elm streets in Wilmington). This discussion will be presented by Wilmington College and the Friends Committee on National Legislation. Food will be provided.
