White in Concert
Jonathon White will be in concert at the Brewster Friends Church on Sunday, April 29th at 10:30 am. All are welcome.

Support Fairless Alumni
Help support the the Fairless Alumni Association at FLASHBACK CLASSIC COIN-OPS Party Station. Friday evenings April 27-May 25th from 5 pm to 10 pm admission is only $5/hr. Bring 5 friends and you get in free! Limit of 25 people per hour with over 40 games to play at no extra cost. Hours available are 5-6, 6:15-7:15, 7:30-8:30, & 8:45-9:45.

A Celebration of Salvation
The community is invited to an evening of Johnny Cash tunes from John Schmid paired with the songs of the alphorn from Lorenz Schwarz and Ernst Banninger on Wednesday, April 25 in the Garaway Middle School gym in Sugarcreek. The Celebration of Salvation will begin at 7 p.m. Tickets are on sale now throughout Sugarcreek including: Beachy’s Country Chalet, Gospel Shop, Sugarlane IGA, Swiss Village Bulk Food and The Budget. Cost is $5 per person. A special $20 family ticket is also available, good for two adults and up to four children. Proceeds from this event will benefit Garaway Release Time.

Fairless Senior Citizens
Our opening thought of the day was: You can close your eyes to reality, but not your memories.

Did you ever wonder why we always ask the question, "How old are you?"
I guess it is because we never grow younger, we always grow older.

HOW OLD ARE YOU?
Age is a quality of the mind:
If you have left your dreams behind,
If hope is cold;
If you no longer look ahead,
If your ambition's fires are dead-
THEN YOU ARE OLD.

But if from life, you take the best,
And if in life, you keep the jest,
If love you hold;
No matter how the years go by,
No matter how the birthdays fly-
YOU ARE NOT OLD. (h.s.fritsch)

On April 19, 2012-forty-five Fairless Senior Citizens gathered in the Fairless High School auditorium for their monthly meeting. We were welcomed by high school principle Dr. Larry Chambliss, who briefed us on how well the students are doing in the spring sporting events.

We were then introduced to treasurer Mark Philips, who proceded to tell us, that we would probably be seeing a levy on the fall ballot. If the levy is placed on the November ballot, it would likely exceed 6-mills, as 6-mills only accounts for the loss in state funding. Additional millage will be needed for: Capital outlay purchases-Inflationary increases-Reinstating any of the cuts previously made - and starting new programs and offerings.

Our guest minister for our meeting was Pastor Larry Patterson from the "Brewster Baptist Church" in Brewster. Pastor Patterson gave our opening prayer and said table grace before our luncheon. Pastor Patterson is also a former Fairless High School Graduate.

We recognized student Madison Weber for being inducted into the Canton YMCA Women's Hall of Fame. She was nominated by Principle Mike Hearn for this award. Madison was also crowned as the Ohio Fairs Queen earlier this year.

We also recognized one of our members and secretary of our group Judy Rentsch from the Beach City Pythians Sisters Temple #282 awarding a check to member Denny Brahler to be used for the Fairless Food Cupboard.

A thank you note was sent to the Dolly Madison House in Brewster, for providing our March dessert for us.

As a gift to the students, our group decided to purchase another bench for the students from Keim Lumber in Charm, Ohio. Inscription on the bench will read--Fairless Senior Citizens to Students----We Wish You Student Success.

Our sunshine list consisted of: Dona Miller and Betty Keller-Norris.

President Jack Evans read the Special Days in April--Happy Easter--Give and Do and several small quips.

Entertainment for our portion of the meeting were the introduction of our spring senior athletes. These included 4 softball senior students, 3 girls track senior students, 3 boys track senior students and 9 baseball senior students. These students introduced themselves and told us what they will be doing in the fall.

We also enjoyed some performances from the annual talent show. They were Erica Cope on the piano singing "Tonight": Kady Burcaw-Isabelle Soehnlen--Laura Schmucki who sang "Sparks Fly" and Rusty Jones--Mitchell Kimball--Jake Buckridge known as "Taters United" played "Foxy Lady and Purple Haze".

The spring luncheon tables in the cafeteria were decorated by the Fairless High School Student Council. As favors they gave each member a "Johney Jump-Up" flower to be planted in their flower garden. Center pieces consisted of assorted spring flowers in a basket type container and these were given as door prizes. We were served our lunch and drinks by the students, who also had the chore of cleaning up after our luncheon. THANK YOU STUDENTS.

Our closing thought was "The more things you do, the more you can do. (Lucille Ball)

Our next meeting will be May 3, 2012 in the Fairless High School Auditorium at 12:00 o’clock noon. Reservations or cancellations should be made no later than May 1, 2012 by calling President Jack Evans at 330-879-2206.

Class of ’76 All-Star Rockin’ Jam Benefit Set
The Orrville High School Class of 1976 Reunion Committee is producing a special event this fall that will reunite classmates for a special Orrville All-Star Rockin’ Jam that will benefit the Class of 1976 Memorial Scholarship Fund. The event will be held on Friday, October 12 from 8:00 PM - 12:00 AM at the VFW Post 3446 located at 430 West Market Street in Orrville, OH.

“Our plans are to assemble former classmates and musicians from the 60’s & 70’s for an all-star jam session featuring the best of Orrville!” stated Ruth Walentik-Johnston, Chair for the OHS Class of ’76 Reunion Committee. “Danny Saurers has committed and along with Ed Marthey will be assembling the musicians and coordinating the musical portion of the night.”

Pre-sale admission will be $10.00 per person and $12,00 at the door. There will be a cash bar and Dalessandro Concessions will be providing food at a special low price. The event will run from 8:00 PM - 12:00 AM and musicians can begin setting up after 6:00 PM.

“We’re also inviting musicians from other classes to attend and join the jam,” added Walentik-Johnston. “As everyone knows, Orrville has a rich heritage of having numerous first class rock bands back in the 1960’s and 1970’s, so this will be a chance for many of those musicians, and many others, to come together for a special jam session that night. So bring your guitars, keyboards, horns, whatever instrument you play, or if you like to sing, we want to encourage as many to participate as possible.”

The evening will be a benefit for the Class of 1976 Memorial Scholarship Fund. Proceeds will go towards continual building of the Class of 1976 Memorial Scholarship fund that will go to a worthy Orrville High School senior who will be furthering their education. The scholarship will be awarded to a graduating senior of the Class of 2016, the 40th anniversary of the Class of 1976’s graduation. The Class of 1976 Memorial Scholarship will be awarded in memory of former classmates who are no longer with us, including Daniel Rehm, Steve Rogers, Joe Derflinger, Scott Miller, Greg Begert, Mike Weiss & Richard Wright.

More information, including possible fund-raising activities for that evening, will be announced soon. “Just from our class website and Facebook page, we already have commitments from former classmates in four states who will be attending,” said Walentik-Johnston. “This will be a special, special night!”

Musicians who would like to participate are encouraged to contact Danny Saurers at: taxisax99@sbcglobal.net.

To order tickets send $10.00 per person (checks made out to Class of ’76) to: Ruth Walentik-Johnston, 347 Wabash Avenue, Orrville, OH 44667. Pre-sale tickets will be mailed. For those wanting more event information, suggestions, donations, contact Walentik-Johnston at: 216.820.1439 or email: ruthjohnston@sbcglobal.net Updated information will also appear on the OHS Class of ’76 website at: http://ohs76.wordpress.com.

Museum Board Meeting
The Massillon Museum will hold its monthly board meeting on Wednesday, April 25, at 4:00 p.m., in the Fred F. Silk Community Room at the Massillon Museum.

The Massillon Museum is located at 121 Lincoln Way East in downtown Massillon. For more information, call the Massillon Museum at 330-833-4061 or visit massillonmuseum.org.

Historical Society Meeting
The Brewster Sugar Creek Twp. Historical Society met for a scheduled meeting on April 17, at 2pm in the Wandle House. There were 8 members in attendance. The minutes were approved as presented. A motion was made by Mike Butchel to accept the treasurer’s report, seconded by Wallace Davis. Motion passed. Various communications were read. Received a communication from State Rep. Kirk Schuring on the status of a grant request that was applied for a few years ago.

The progress of the sportsman show was discussed. Still in need of more venders to be successful. Bob advised he is still working on the purchase of new display cases. Received an 1889 locomotive book from Judy Copeland as an artifact. Judy is also a new member of the Historical Society. Members were advised the sign has been reinstalled out front. Bob advised that still in need of new lawn service as soon as possible. Received an update from Judy Maybaugh on the 2013 calendars that the Historical Society will be selling. Bob has been in touch with the Ohio attorney Generals’ office pertaining to the information that is required each year to confirm the status of non-profit. Some of this information is taken off the income tax filed each year. Next meeting will be May 15 at 2 pm.

Navarre Tax Info
Village of Navarre residents have until April 30 to file, pay or make payment arrangements for income taxes. After April 30 residents will be penalized and subject to prosecution.

Kindergarten Registration
Fairless Local Schools will be holding Kindergarten Registration for the 2012-2013 school year on Wednesday, May 9, from 12-6.

Please call Fairless Elementary school at 330-767-3913 to schedule an appointment. Please bring with you your child's state-issued birth certificate, child's social security card, child's current immunization record, proof of residency (utilities bill, rental agreement, house title, property tax bill) in your name, doctor's names and phone numbers, custody papers, if applicable. Children must be five years of age on or before September 30, 2012 to register.

National Volunteer Week
Aultman Hospital is proud to celebrate National Volunteer Week. With more than 1,000 volunteers in 70 different departments, Aultman surely has a lot to be thankful for! The hard work and countless hours donated to the hospital are appreciated each day by visitors, patients and staff. Aultman volunteers truly support the hospital’s mission to “Lead our Community to Improved Health.”

This week, the Volunteer Services department at Aultman will be delivering cookies to all volunteers. There will also be daily prize drawings to recognize their efforts. While all of volunteers deserve appreciation, below you will find a few of the Aultman volunteers who truly make a difference!

Shirley Warburton, Canton, started in volunteering in October 2007, putting in more than 739 hours volunteering at the Sharon Lane Information Center. Shirley has great sense of humor and provides great customer service. She is a joy to work with and she keeps all our books in perfect order. Shirley is very dependable and always has a smile on her face. She is a great asset to the Sharon Lane Information Center and to Aultman Hospital.

Gloria Schweyer, Canton, started volunteering in June of 1999. Putting in more than 2,360 hours volunteering delivering flowers to patients. Gloria is compassionate, serves with a smile. She sings ‘Happy Birthday’ to patients when taking them a balloon for their birthdays. Gloria is always willing to share the workload and help others when needed. Gloria goes above and beyond.

Warren Bell, Canton, started volunteering in April 2009. Putting in more than 715 hours volunteering in AultCare’s billing department, the Adopt-a-Need program and the cafeteria. Warren always does a great job and he is a pleasure to work with. He volunteers at least twice a week. He always has a smile on his face.

Shirley Udeck, Canton, started volunteering in October 2007. Putting in more than 490 hours volunteering at Aultman North Surgery. Shirley is a very organized and hardworking! She helps us immensely with chart preparation and is very efficient. Shirley is very kind to the patients and families as she assists with discharge of patients to their vehicles. We could not run as smoothly without her!

Hiking Club
The official kickoff for Friends of Stark Parks 2012 Hike-a-Hundred Club is April 28 at 1 p.m. at the Exploration Gateway, 5712 12th St NW, at Sippo Lake Park. The Club is open to anyone 12 years of age or over. The goal is to encourage members to walk at least 100 miles on Stark Parks trails by the end of 2012. The season kickoff will include a hike and distribution of Club t-shirts. Membership is just $10 per person, payable on the 28th.

The Hike-a-Hundred Club is also cosponsoring an open house on Tuesday, May 1 from 6:30-8 pm at Second Sole, 4667 Dressler Road NW, in Thursday’s Plaza. Second Sole is a retailer for running and walking footwear and clothing. Park staff will be on hand at the open house to talk about walking, hiking, and running opportunities in Stark Parks, and Second Sole staff will share their expertise on what to wear to make outdoor experiences more comfortable and enjoyable. The open house is open to the public, with presentations beginning at 7 pm.

Through the end of March “early-bird” members of the Hike-a-Hundred Club had already begun racking up mileage, walking a collective 3,930 miles toward a 10,000-mile Club goal. Twenty members had already reached 50 miles each, and 13 had topped 100 miles each.

To help Club members and non-members reach their fitness goals, make new friends, and enjoy the outdoors Stark Parks has scheduled two Fit Friday hikes and several nature walks in May. Required reservations can be made at www.StarkParks.com or by calling 330-409-8096.

Send It To The Far Corner!
Just a note from the folks at The Far Corner. If you would like your dinner, event, fund-raiser, award-winner announcement, or meeting published in The Far Corner, just send your press release to us! Our address is : The Far Corner, P.O. Box 92, Brewster, Ohio 44613, email to cheryl@farcorner-online.com or you can fax it to us at 330-767-3734.

This is an online version of our local paper, we try to keep the events published of that nature too. Occasionally, we will publish other articles as we have room. Thanks so much for your support!