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¯ The Marietta Branch Library, 615 Fifth St., will present the following events. For more information or to register, call 740-373-1057.
– Jan. 24:
– The Literary Ladies Book Club will meet at 4 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 24. This book club reads cozy, wholesome and inspirational books. January's book is "The London House" by Katherine Reay. This event is for ages 18+. To register, stop by the library and check out a copy of the book or borrow on the Hoopla or Libby apps.
– The Books and Brews Book Club will meet at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 24. This book club meets once a month to discuss a book that has fermentation in it (alcohol). On Wednesday, they will discuss "A Cup of Friendship" by Deborah Rodriguez. They will meet at Over the Moon Pub & Pizza, 170 Front St., in the bar area at the back. Non-alcoholic drinks will be provided. Alcoholic brews can be purchased by attendees. This event is for ages 18+. Please call 740-373-1057 x0 to register. Be sure to pick up your copy of the book at the Marietta Branch Service Desk or borrow it on your smart device using the Libby app.
– Jan. 27: From 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 27, stop by and make a fleece tie blanket. This event is for ages 10+ and registration is required.
– Jan. 30: At 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 30, gather yourself a team of three to four people and join the Puzzle Competition. Five teams of 3-4 people will combat time and other teams to reign as puzzler extraordinaire. Don't have a team? Register as an individual, and they'll make a team. This event is for ages 12-102 and registration is required.
-Every other Monday: Art Exploration will be held from 3 to 5 p.m.
-Jan. 29: Watercolors, Crayons, and Salt: Explore how different media interact. This event is open to all ages, and no registration is required.
– Every Wednesday:
¯ Story Hour for children ages 3 to 6 and their caregivers will be held at 10 a.m. or 1 p.m. No registration is required. Call the youth services department for more information.
– Topics for January: Jan. 24, Bears, and Jan. 31, Winter Wear.
– Topics for February: Feb. 7, Friends, Feb. 14, Valentine's Day, Feb. 21, Hair, and Feb. 28, Pajamas.
– Topics for March: March 6 Sports and Games, March 13 Rainbows and Shamrocks, March 20 Earth Day, and March 27 Bunnies and Eggs.
– Topics for April: April 3, Rain and Mud; April 10, Birds; April 17, Frogs; and April, 24 Bugs.
– Topics for May: May 1, Butterflies; May 8 Mother's Day; and May 15, Flowers.
– Every Thursday:
¯ Preschool movies for kids ages 2 to 6 will be shown at 3 p.m. Movies will last no longer than 30 minutes.
¯ Afterschool Movies are every Thursday, 4-5:30 p.m. All movies are rated G or PG and will run no longer than 100 minutes. You may call the children's department to inquire about the movie titles. Popcorn and bottled water will be served. Open to all ages. Those ages 7 and under must have a caregiver attend with them. No registration is required.
– Every Friday: Toddler Time featuring stories and crafts for children ages 18 months to 3 years and their caregivers will be held at 10 a.m. No registration is required. For more information, call the Youth Services Department at the library.
– January topics: Jan. 26 Bears.
– February topics: Feb. 2 Winter Clothes; Feb. 9, Valentine's Day; Feb. 16, Hair; and Feb. 23, Pajamas.
– March topics: March 1, Friends; March 8, Sports and Games; March 15, Rainbows; March 22, Earth Day; and March 29, Bunnies and Eggs.
– April topics: April 5 Rain and Mud, April 12 Birds, April 19 Frogs, and April 26 Bugs.
– May topics: May 3 Butterflies, May 10 Mother's Day, and May 17 Flowers.
– Every Second Saturday: Leftover Craft Events will be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturdays, Feb. 10 and March 9. Come see the assortment available including Paint by Sticker, Friendship Bracelets, Mandalas and Character Drawing. Drop in anytime between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. and stay for as long as you'd like (or until the library closes), as well as collect supplies and take them home to complete your project. All supplies are provided. These events are open to all ages and no registration is required.
– IT Specialist: An IT Specialist will be available to help with technology questions from 1-3:30 p.m on Tuesdays, and 9:30-11:30 a.m. on Fridays. They will help you learn how to use your cell phone, computer, tablet, the internet or Microsoft Office programs.
¯ Gilman United Methodist Church, 312 Gilman Ave., Marietta, will be offering a 13-week Grief Recovery Support Group starting from 1:30 to 3 p.m. Tuesdays through April 9. Each session, the group will watch a video, featuring personal stories of those grieving, and hear encouraging information from the grief recovery expert. Also there will be a discussion/sharing time together. For more information, contact the church at 740-373-6478.
¯ Gilman United Methodist Church, 312 Gilman Ave., Marietta, will be offering two 13-week Grief Recovery Support Groups from noon to 1:30 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. starting Thursday, Feb. 15. Each session, the group will watch a video, featuring personal stories of those grieving, and hear encouraging information from the grief recovery expert. They will also have a discussion/sharing time together. For more information, contact the church at 740-373-6478.
¯ A faith-based cancer support group will meet at noon on the second Monday of the month at Gilman United Methodist Church, 312 Gilman Ave.
¯ A free men's breakfast will be held at 9 a.m. on the first Tuesday of each month at the O'Neill Center. Donations will be accepted.
¯ The 1955 graduating class of Marietta High School will meet at 11:30 a.m. on the second Wednesday of the month at the Harmar Tavern until further notice. All classmates and friends are welcome.
¯ The Washington County Bar Association and volunteer attorneys are offering a free advice clinic from 6-8 p.m. on the third Wednesday of every month. The clinic will be held at First Presbyterian Church, 501 Fourth St., Marietta (enter through the back door off the alley behind the church from Wooster Street). Walk-ins are welcome.
¯ Christ United Methodist Church, 301 Wooster St., Marietta, will offer a free takeout meal from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on the first Friday of the month. All are welcome.
¯ Gilman United Methodist Church, 312 Gilman Ave., Marietta, offers worship at 10:30 a.m. Sundays. Adult Sunday school class is at 9:15 a.m. Coffee, light refreshments and fellowship available. A weekly adult Bible study with Pastor Doug Thompson will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesdays and 6 p.m. Sundays. All are welcome.
Health
¯ The Alzheimer's Association support group meetings in the area include: Marietta Support Group, 10-11:30 a.m. first Fridays at the O'Neill Center, 333 Fourth St. Facilitator is Krissy Kearns, 937-974-2387. Belpre Chamber of Commerce, 1-2:40 p.m. second Mondays at 713 Park Drive. Facilitator is Susie Casto.
¯ The O'Neill Center will hold mani/pedis with appointments from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. second and fourth Tuesdays of the month. Cost is $16 for manicure and $33 for pedicure. Call the O'Neill Center for appointments.
¯ TOPS 399, Marietta, meets 6 p.m. Tuesdays at the First Church of the Nazarene. Weigh-in is between 5:30-6 p.m. Visitors are welcome, and the first meeting is free. Call Cindy at 740-629-2957 for details.
Classes/
Workshops
¯ Zumba classes will be held from 5:30-6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday and 11:30 a.m. Monday at the O'Neill Center.
The cost is $5 per class or $25 for six classes. All ages welcome. For more information, call 740-373-3914.
• The O'Neill Center in Marietta will hold bingo at 9:30 a.m. Thursdays. No cost at the door to play 20 games and it is a nickel per card per game. Seating is limited. Also scheduled are: a free gentle yoga class at 10 a.m. Tuesdays; bridge at 1 p.m. Tuesdays; euchre at 1 p.m. Wednesdays; hand and foot cards at 1 p.m. Wednesdays; chair volleyball at 9 a.m first and fourth Wednesdays, except the second Wednesday of the month; Free afternoon at the movies at 1 p.m. Thursdays.
• Weekly ballroom dancing classes will be held 7-10 p.m. second, third and fourth Saturdays of the month at Miller Prosthetics, 2311 Ohio Ave., Parkersburg. Dress is casual. Cost is a $5 per person donation with singles and couples welcome.