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from Stillwater Valley Advertiser 3-15-23

Reminder...

Soup & Salad Drive-Thru Luncheon Planned Friday at Area Church

Covington Christian Church Women’s Fellowship will host a Soup & Salad Drive-Thru Luncheon this Friday, March 17, 11 a m until 12:30 p m , or until everything is gone Stop by 115 N Pearl St Covington to leave your donation and get a ticket by 1 p m Thursday Tickets will get you a bowl of cheesy potato soup, a container of various salads, and another container with a variety of delicious desserts

All donations benefit the Covington Christian Church Capital Improvement Fund Questions? Call 937-473-3443

Young Birders’ Club to Meet March 19 at Nature Center

The Young Birders’ Club is geared for students in Grades 512 who are members of Brukner Nature Center and have an interest in birding The club will meet Saturday, March 18, from 9-11 a m

As winter begins to fade into spring, many birds have begun their push north towards their breeding grounds Ohio is perfectly placed, as many birds’ flight routes cross right over our state Join us as we travel to a popular resting spot nearby to search primarily for species of waterfowl, which begin migrating north as soon as the waters thaw

Please contact Brian for more information on place and time at brian@bruknernaturecenter com

Spring Equinox Celebration Slated March 23 at BNC

Come to Brukner Nature Center on Thursday, March 23, 7 p m , for a Spring Equinox Celebration featuring artist Patty Brown and speaker Brian Ayres

Enjoy locally sourced treats as you marvel at art educator Patty Brown’s Color Field Florals “I’ve always been a creator, but the past five years I’ve been experimenting with mixing acrylic paints and mediums on wood panel, breaking down natural forms into unexpected geometric shapes then adding layers of lines to redefine them The result has been the evolution of work that highlights the contrast and coexistence of the natural and man-made, classic and modern, and simple yet complex,” said Brown

At 7:15 p m settle into your seats for an engaging presentation by BNC’s Director of Operations, Brian Ayres, as he shares an update on the Wildlife Rehab Unit, set to open in April – just in time for baby season! Come discover their challenges and triumphs, 2023 goals, and how you can help!

This is a FREE event for the public as they share their passion for Ohio’s wildlife artists and those working for wildlife Brown’s art will remain on exhibit thru Sunday, June 18

Brukner Nature Center is located at 5995 Horseshoe Bend Rd , Troy

Attention Kids!!! It’s Time for Our Annual Easter Coloring Contest

Kids be sure to look in the March 22 edition of the s t i l l w a t e r V a l l e y A d v e r t i s e r for this year’s coloring page. Prizes will be awarded to the top artist in three age categories: Age 2 thru Grade 1, Grades 2-4, and Grades 5-6. Budding artists won’t want to miss this opportunity to let their creativity

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Covington Chamber of Commerce Meeting Minutes

Febr uar y 14, 2023

Covington Chamber of Commerce held a meeting Tuesday, Feb 14 President Nick Church called the meeting at noon at Boscoe’s Place

Treasurer's Repor t - Treasurer Denise Tobias reported total funds at the Covington Savings & Loan as $40,178 07 A motion to accept this report was made by Kay McKinney, seconded by Jim O’Donnell Motion carried Secretar y’s Repor t - Amy Welborn thanked Denise Tobias for filling the role of the secretary at the January meeting In addition, an announcement was made regarding the State of the County Recognition - The Chamber sends a warm welcome to Amber Stephenson She is relocating Rosebud’s Real Food Amber is a Covington native and we are thrilled that she has relocated to Covington Announcements - A director ’s meeting followed the regular monthly meeting Village of Covington - The street light poles are up, but the village is still waiting for bases and hope to have the lights working by the end of February or the beginning of March Banners for poles are discussed The Hometown Hero banners will be displayed twice a year in the hope of showing our local veterans Each family will be responsible for paying for these banners Other ideas include business sponsorship Covington Schools - Winter Sports are rapping up after a successful season Tammy Furrow head lunch cook is retiring at the end of the month There are several job postings as well as staff shiftings Covington Ministerium - The Lenten Lunch has been scheduled for February 28March 28 Each week different local churches will have a time of reflection The luncheons will be held at Covington Church of the Brethren

Covington Noon Optimists - The annual Pancake Day will be on March 11 Regular meetings are held every Wednesday at noon at the Covington Eagles There is a discussion of whether to stay a part of Optimist International or to continue as an independent community organization

Covington-Newber r y Historical Society - Chris Haines was the speaker at the CNHS meeting Kay shared that there would be a couple of work days at the museum; all are welcome Adjour nment - Having no further business to discuss, Jim O'Donnell motioned to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Kay McKinney The next meeting will be on March 15, noon, at Bosco’s Place

Chamber Members

Present: Michelle Henry (Marias Technology), Denise Tobias (Marias Technology), Alexis Haines (Orestod), Chris Haines (Marias Technology), Kyle Hinkleman (Village of Covington) Mayor Ed McCord (Village of Covington) Brent Welborn (Well Worn Clothing) Richelle Palsgrove (Finfrock Construction) Roger Finfrock (Finfrock Construction) Jim O’Donnell, Kay McKinney (Covington Newberry Historical Society), Mike Yingst (Covington Church of the Brethren), Amber Stephenson (Rosebud’s Real Food), Dr Joe Hoelzle (Covington Exempt Village School District), Nick Church (Chamber President), Amy Welborn (Chamber Secretary)

Director’s Meeting - A director s meeting followed immediately after the regular meeting

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