In light of the current sweltering temperatures and recently issued heat advisories, the Marion Senior Center will serve as a “Cooling Station” this week for any Marion County senior age 50-plus. In an effort to help the community’s seniors remain safe and cool, the Center will be open from 8:00 am – 4:00 pm each […]
Heat Continues, Tips Offered to Keep You and Loved Ones Safe
July 17, 2013 by
While relief is expected to come this weekend, the heat continues across Ohio for a couple more days. Temperatures are expected to top 90 degrees today, Thursday, and Friday with heat indexes topping 100 degrees. With the hot temperatures comes the need to protect yourself, your kids and pets, and the need to check on […]
ONE: Women’s Conference in Marion is Expanding
July 17, 2013 by
In its 5th year, the ONE: Women’s Conference is expanding to two days and will be held on Friday, August 9 and Saturday, August 10, 2013. Organizers say women and Jr. and Sr. high school girls will be inspired by powerful sessions, engaging worship, the citywide prayer encounter, a catered lunch, giveaways, lots of chocolate, […]
Aquatic Center Holding Santa’s Splash Party
July 17, 2013 by
The Lincoln Park Family Aquatic Center is holding a Santa’s Splash! Party on Saturday, July 27, 2013 from 1:00pm to 9:00pm. Events throughout the day include: Costume Party – dress like an elf, reindeer, Frosty the Snowman, the Grinch, more Float Parade – build a float for the parade down the lazy river Santa’s Present […]
Bob Evans Holding Habitat Fundraiser
July 17, 2013 by
If you eat at Bob Evans in Marion this week, you can donate a portion of your bill to Habitat for Humanity of Marion County. Through July 21, 2013, Bob Evans will donate 15% of the bill of diners who present a flyer. The offer is available from 6:00am to 10:00pm. “What an easy way […]
Conference Hopes to Inspire Kids to Pursue STEM Careers
July 16, 2013 by
The Expanding Your Horizons (EYH) Conference is designed to be a new, fun-filled day intended for girls and boys going into grades 5 through 12, their parents, and teachers. The conference goal is to promote careers in the fields of science, technology, engineering and math. The Northwest Ohio conference will be held Saturday, July 27, […]
Marion Salvation Army Offering Free Produce Market
July 16, 2013 by
The Salvation Army in Marion is holding a free produce giveaway on Thursday, July 18, 2013 from 11:00am to 1:00pm. To receive produce, you must meet income guidelines and be able to sign an income eligibility form. Those attending should bring an ID or a piece of mail with your current address. You are also […]
Training Workshop to Examine Marion Poverty and Solutions
July 16, 2013 by
Has poverty become an acceptable lifestyle in Marion? You are invited to ponder this question and learn how you can become part of the solution with national speaker and author Jodi Pfarr. This free educational training at TRECA on Thursday and Friday, August 8 and 9, 2013 is being offered by Marion Matters, Marion Municipal […]
Council on Aging Holding Free Retirement Readiness Seminar
July 16, 2013 by
Are you nearing your planned retirement age or just now beginning to consider when the time would be right? Knowing when and how to draw your Social Security income can be a confusing and complex decision. Your benefit can vary, depending on your age, marital status, income, whether you plan to continue to work full […]
Marion Habitat for Humanity Set to Open ReStore
July 15, 2013 by
Habitat for Humanity of Marion County Ohio, Inc. is opening its Habitat for Humanity ReStore at 1713 Marion Mount Gilead Road (entrance at the rear of Mallard Square), on Saturday, July 20, 2013. The Marion Habitat for Humanity ReStore will carry donated new and gently used items for home improvement. Items for sale will include […]
