OHIO VALLEY MINUTE

WEEK OF 2-10-25

 

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     The Public Library of Steubenville and Jefferson County’s winter reading program is going on now-March 31.  Join the Read Around the World Challenge and explore new worlds, one page at a time. (740) 282-9782.

 

     The Steubenville Art Association’s 2nd-Annual “Show Us Your Stuff” art show, entitled “Dreams and Imaginations 2025,” is Thursday, March 6 through Friday, March 21 from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Fort Steuben Visitor Center. (740) 424-3835.

 

     The Wellsburg Elks Lodge hosts a fish fry every Friday from 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m.  Dine-in or takeout is available.  They offer deliveries to area businesses. (304) 737-9806.

 

     Beginning in March, the Tony Teramana Cancer Center in Steubenville hosts a breast cancer support group the first Tuesday of the month from 5:30-7 p.m. (740) 264-8207.

 

     The Ohio Valley Autism Network’s autism support group meets the second Thursday of the month at 5:30 p.m. at the Mary H. Weir Library in Weirton.

 

(This Week)

 

     The Steubenville High School Nike Club will hold an American Red Cross Blood Drive Tuesda from 8 a.m.-1:30 p.m. inside Steubenville High School’s gym.  Walk-ins are welcome or you can make an appointment.  redcrossblood.org/give.html/donation  (Feb 11)

 

     Trinity Health System will hold a Toss For The Heart Cornhole Tournament Tuesday from 6-8 p.m. at the St. Clairsville ECO Center.  $50 per team for this double elimination tournament.  (Feb 11)

 

     The Brooke County Public Library in Wellsburg will screen the PG-rated animated film “Despicable Me 4” Thursday at 5 p.m.  Popcorn & water will be provided. (304) 737-1551. (Feb 13)

 

     The Brooke County Public Library in Wellsburg will show the PG-rated musical “Wicked” Friday at noon.  Popcorn & water will be provided.  (304) 737-1551. (Feb 14)

 

     Follansbee American Legion will host a euchre tournament Sunday.  Registration begins at 1 p.m., the tournament starts at 2. (Feb 16)

 

(Next Week)

 

     The Mingo Junction Police Department will hold a Father-Daughter Dance Wednesday, February 19 from 6-8:30 p.m. in the event room at the village building.  Enjoy food, music, dancing & prizes.  RSVP with the Mingo Junction Police Department by Monday, February 17.

 

     Buckeye Local High School will host its 20th-Annual International Culture Fair Thursday, February 20 from 5-8 p.m.  Enjoy food, live prerformances, a fashion show, a Parade of Nations and more.

 

(More Local Events)

 

     The Follansbee Lions Club will hold a blood drive Wednesday, February 26 from 12:30- 5 p.m. at the Follansbee Community House.  To set an appointment call (304) 479-8067.

 

     The Hancock County Special Olympics will hold a quarter auction Saturday, March 1 at the Hancock County Senior Services Center in New Cumberland.  Doors open at 11 a.m., the auction begins at noon.

 

     A fundraiser, to benefit the family of cancer patient Cheryl Hazelip Devore, is Saturday, March 1 at the Townhouse Bar & Grill in Mingo Junction beginning at 2 p.m.  Enjoy food, auctions, prizes and live entertainment, featuring former U.S. Kids member Carlo Vol. (740) 284-2766.

 

     A Mardi Gras Gala, to support Hilltop Montessori School, is Saturday, March 1 from 6-10 p.m. at St. Francis Center in Follansbee.  Enjoy New Orleans Jazz, dancing, games and great food.  hilltopmontessarischool.org

 

     Catholic Charities presents the 15th-Annual Hope Gala Saturday, March 1 at 6 p.m. at the White Palace in Wheeling.  ccwva.org/event/gala

 

     The Amsterdam VFW will host a turkey shoot Sunday, March 2.  Registration begins at 12:30 p.m., the shoot starts at 1.

 

     The Follansbee American Legion will host a euchre tournament Sunday, March 2 at 1 p.m.

 

     Weirton Firefighters Association Local 948 presents its annual Freedom Bash Event Saturday, March 8 at the Wellsburg Fire Hall.  Doors open at noon and the event starts at 1.  Enjoy food & drinks, a Chinese Auction, prizes and more.  Tickets are $25 and can be purchased from any Weirton Firefighter.

 

     The Steubenville Kiwanis Club will hold its 13th-Annual Team Trivia Competition Saturday, March 8 at 6 p.m. in the commons area of Steubenville High School. (740) 314-9574.

 

     The Weirton Area Museum & Cultural Center will hold the 12th-Annual Festival of Nations event Saturday, March 22 from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Weirton Millsop Community Center. For more information visit weirtonmuseum.com.

 

     The Road Home Animal Shelter will have a fundraising steak fry Saturday, March 22 from 4-9 p.m. at the Marshall County Fairgrounds.  $30 at ticket includes steak, potato, salad, dessert, water & lemonade.  (304) 312-6882.

 

     The Junior League of Wheeling presents “Affair with Emerald Flair” Saturday, March 22 from 6-10 p.m. at River City in Wheeling.  Enjoy food, drinks, live entertainment and prizes.  Dressy-casual attire.  $50 a ticket.

 

     R.O.A.R. will have a fundraiser, to benefit the Sexual Assault Help Center, Saturday, March 29 from 7-10 p.m. at River City in Wheeling.  Enjoy food, auctions, a costume contest and music, featuring WOMP FM’s Johnny O.  sexualassaulthelpcenter.com

 

     The Linsly School presents its’ Spring Soiree & Auction Friday, April 4 at Wheeling Park’s White Palace.

 

     The Follansbee American Legion will host a Swing Into Spring Dance, to benefit the Hancock County Special Olympics, Saturday, April 5 at the Follansbee Community House.  Dinner served at 6 p.m.  (304) 374-2236.

 

     The Amsterdam VFW will host a turkey shoot Sunday, April 6.  Registration begins at 12:30 p.m., the shoot starts at 1.

 

     The Wheeling Chamber of Commerce presents its annual Home, Garden & Life Expo Friday, April 11 and Saturday, April 12 from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. and Sunday, April 13 from 10-3 at the Highlands Sports Complex.

 

     The Amsterdam FVW will host a turkey shoot Sunday, May 4.  Registration begins at 12:30 p.m., the shoot starts at 1.

 

     The Dean Martin Association will hold a charity golf scramble Friday, June 13 at Steubenville Country Club.  Registration begins at 7 a.m., tee time at 8:30.  deanmartinassoscramble2025@gmail.com