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Food Preservation Workshop
The Ohio State Extension Office in Stark County, 2650 Richville Dr. SE, Massillon, will be offering a food preservation workshop on Wednesday, August 11th, at 6:30pm-8pm. The session will cover pressure canning and techniques on food preservation. The workshop is $15, which includes the class, canner lid test and the latest USDA food preservation bulletin. There will also be individual canner lid testing available for $5 from 3pm-6pm. Lids can be dropped off and paid for at the office prior to August 11th and picked up on or after August 12, between the hours of 9-noon.
Participants will learn how to safely home preserve foods using a pressure canner. This workshop is directed towards those who are new to home canning, but there will be valuable information for experienced canners to help advance their canning practices. Armed with sound information and safe equipment will allow for an enjoyable harvest. Please send a check payable for $15 to OSU Extension, 2650 Richville Dr SE, Massillon, OH 44646 by Monday, August 9th.
Swim for Red
Swimmers of all skill-levels are invited to enjoy a fun-filled morning while raising funds for a worthy cause at the 2nd annual Swim for Red fundraiser on Saturday, August 7 from 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. at the Tuscora Pool in New Philadelphia. The event is open to swimmers ages five and older. Proceeds from Swim for Red will provide relief to residents of Carroll, Harrison and Tuscarawas County who become victims of disasters and help people prevent, prepare for, and respond to emergencies.
This event provides a wonderful opportunity for both children and adults to participate in community service, while enjoying a healthy activity,” said Chad Conrad, Red Cross executive director. “The event provides fun for the whole family and we invite everyone to come out and participate.” Conrad also noted that once the participants are finished competing they can stay and have fun in the pool.
Community members are also invited to participate in Swim for Red by supporting a swimmer through a sponsorship pledge. The participants will be bobbing, floating or swimming laps to reach their swim goal. A t-shirt will be given to each participant raising over $50.00. The following are recommended ages for each level:
Bobbing (5 –9)
Floating (6-10)
Jr. Swimming Laps (9-12)
Sr. Swimming Laps (13- over)
The participant raising the most money in each category will be awarded a prize from an area attraction and a gold medal. Second and third place winners in each category will be awarded a silver and bronze medal. Awards will be presented after all pledges are tallied. Hot dogs, drinks and chips will be served immediately after Swim For Red.
Although this will be a fun event for all participating, according to Conrad, it is important to realize why the event is necessary. “Each year the Red Cross provides food, clothing and shelter to area residents who have been affected by disasters like house fires and flooding. Additionally, the chapter assists service members and their families each year with emergency communications message service. All Red Cross disaster assistance is provided at no cost to those affected.”
For more information or to learn how to participate contact the Red Cross at 330-343-8633 or e-mail info@mlcredcross.org. For more information, visit www.mlcredcross.org.
Strasburg Corn Fest
The Festival will kick-off Friday evening, July 30, at five o'clock with the 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament. Boys and girls age 13 to 15 and 16 to 18 will compete Friday; men and women 19 and over will compete Saturday. People interested in participating on Friday will need to register at four o'clock. The Cornhole Tournament begins at 6:00 pm.
One of the highlights of the evening's events is the Corn Fest Car Show, which will take place from 5:00 pm to 9:30 pm with antique cars and a cruise in. Contestants are required to pay a $8.00 entry fee. For more information contact the Car Show Committee at 330-878-5485.
Friday night's events will culminate with music by “Bandhouse” and then "Electric Mud" at the gazebo stage until 11:00 pm.
Saturday will be packed with excitement for young and old alike! 9:00 am will mark the start of the 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament for men and women 19 and over. Registration for this event is at 8:00 am. Youngsters will delight in sack races, relays & other children's games, which will be held from 10:30 am to 11:00 am at the park playground. Children 6 and under are invited to come and compete.
The Girls Softball games begin at 10:00 am, and the Ronald McDonald Variety Show begins at 11:00 am at the gazebo stage.
Another exhilirating event which attracts people from throughout the state is the Garden Tractor and ATV Pull. Weigh-in will begin at 11:00 am with the pull starting promptly at noon. For more information, contact the Strasburg Pullers Association at 330-343-3504.
Bring your appetite for the Corn Eating Contest at 1:30, registration is from 12 to 1:00 pm.
The Gazebo Stage will be filled all afternoon long from noon until 1:00 pm stomp along with the New Town Cloggers. “Ren” hits the stage at from noon-1:00 pm followed by “Wacky” Country. Music by “Conestoga” will be from 8-11:00 pm.
All the roasted corn you can eat will be available along with a wide variety of homemade food. Serving starts at 5:00 pm on Friday and 11:00 am on Saturday.
Stay for the fireworks that begin at 10:00 pm.
There is no admission charge, free parking, no pets please. For more information visit villageofstrasburg.com.
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