“Briefs” is a calendar of events listing provided free of charge to churches and non-profit organizations. Items will be published one time only and will be listed in the order in which they occur. Please submit your ‘briefs’ two weeks prior to the event. Fax your information to 304-592-0603 or send via e-mail to newsandjournal@yahoo.com.
BRIDGEPORT PUBLIC LIBRARY
Teen Movie: Split (2016) (PG-13)-Monday, May 15th from 5:30 pm to 8:00 pm for teens ages 13-19. Pizza and refreshments will be provided. • Book Talk: The Orphan Tale by Pam Jenoff-Wednesday May 17th at 4 pm. • Book Signing: Patricia Hopper, WV author of Corrib Red-Thursday, May 18th from 5:30 pm to 8:00 pm. • NEW Mystery Book Club-Read in Red: Still Life by Louise Penny-Friday, May 19th at 12 pm. • Chess Tournament-Saturday, May 20th from 12 pm to 5 pm. Register Early-forms available at the library’s circulation desk. Prizes and refreshments included in the days activities. • Contact Amy at the library at 304-842-8248 for information or to register.
ST. ANN’S COUPLES ELIMINATION DINNER
The St. Ann’s elimination dinner set for May 12 has been canceled.
ROSARY RALLY
The 100th Anniversary of Our Lady of Fatima Rosary Rally will take place on Saturday, May 13th at noon at the Norwood Park in Nutter Fort.
CLOTHING GIVE-AWAY
The Jones Run Church, Jones Run Road, Lumberport will be having a clothing give-away on Saturday, May 13th from 8:30 am to 11:00 am.
CREATIVE PAINTING…AND COOKIES TOO!
The Lowe Public Library in Shinnston will be hosting Creative Painting and Cookies Too on Saturday, May 13th from 9:30 am to 11:30 am for Mothers and Children. There is a $25 pre-registration fee required and all supplies are provided, including a 16×20 canvas for painting. Ages 6 and under must accompanied by an adult. Juice, coffee, tea, water and cookies will be provided. To register and for more information please call 304-629-5003.
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS EXEMPLIFICATION
The Knights of Columbus will have a Second and Third Degree Exemplification on Saturday, May 13th at 10 am at the Robert Petitto Hall, 334 East Pike Street. All members who are currently First Degree Knights are encouraged to attend this Exemplification to further your journey as a member of the Knights of Columbus. Please contact Doug White at 304-669-0631 with any questions.
SPRING CLINIC AND GARDEN FAIR
Harrison County Master Gardeners will host their annual Spring Clinic and Garden Fair at the 4-H Center & Recreation Complex (43 Recreation Dr., Clarksburg) on Saturday, May 13th from 9 am to 4 pm. Lots of vendors with plants, hanging baskets, garden items, etc.; informational workshops; flea market; vegetable painting for kids; concessions; raffles and door prizes. No admission charge.
OUR LADY OF PEACE ASSEMBLY MEETING
Knights of Columbus Our Lady of Peace Assembly 1184 will hold its regular meeting for all Fourth Degree members on Monday, May 15th. The meeting will begin with dinner at Raymon’s Restaurant at 6:30 pm with meeting to follow at 7:30 pm at the Robert Petitto Hall. Please contact Dave Morris at 304-669-9918 with any questions.
HEALTH FAIR
There will be a Health Fair on Saturday, May 20th from 10 am to 1 pm at the United Methodist Temple Church Fellowship Hall, 665 Locust Ave., Clarksburg. Blood pressure checks, hemoglobin A1C’s, Diabetes Education and much more. Event is Free and open to the public. Call 304-622-0417 with any questions.
VERA BRADLEY BINGO
Bingo featuring Vera Bradley will be held on Saturday, May 20th at 5 pm at the Harrison County Senior Citizen Center, Clarksburg. Donation $25 (all prizes range from $30-$125). Also enjoy refreshments, door prizes, and raffles. For tickets or additional information please contact Brenda McKinley at 304-622-5386.
COAST TO COAST RT.50 YARD SALE
ATTENTION!!! Harrison County will be included in the ‘Coast to Coast Rt.50 Yardsale’! Sponsored by the PWA the event will take place on Saturday, May 20th from 8 am to 4 pm in downtown Clarksburg (vendors/sellers will be located on S 3rd St. between Washington Ave. and W Main St. and surrounding areas). Spaces are $10, with seller providing own set up. Event will be locally and nationally advertised. For vendor applications or more details, message Tammy on Facebook at Tammy.PWA2017@Gmail.com or call 304-266-5585.
RUMMAGE AND HOT DOG SALE
Jones Run Community Center, 3602 Jones Run Road ( 3 miles from Lumberport) will be having a rummage and hot dog sale on Saturday, May 20th all day. Tables for rent at $5 each. To rent a table or with any questions, please call 304-783-4868.
DIVORCECARE SUPPORT GROUP
A 13 week DivorceCare support group is being offered at the First United Methodist Church in Shinnston. Rev. Craig Blankenship will be the leader of the adult group and Rev. Cindy Boggs will be leading the DivorceCare Kids portion. The group meets every Tuesday at the church at 7 pm. Please call 304-592-0214 for more information.
CELEBRATE RECOVERY-SHINNSTON
‘Celebrate Recovery’ meets every Thursday at 6:30 pm at the First United Methodist Church in Shinnston. Everyone is welcome.
NARCONON AVAILABLE TO HELP
Narconon reminds families that abuse of addictive pharmaceutical drugs is on the rise. Learn to recognize the signs of drug abuse and get your loved ones help if they are at risk. Call Narconon for a free brochure on the signs of addiction for all types of drugs. Narconon also offers free screenings and referrals. 1-800-431-1754 or Prescription-abuse.org.
CELEBRATE RECOVERY
A Christ-centered 12-step program for any hurt, habit or hang-up meets every Friday at 6:30 p.m. at Horizons Church in Lost Creek. Offers childcare (birth to 4 yrs.) and Celebration Station (ages 5-13) and The Landing for older teens. For more information, call 304-745-5090.