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Archbold

Donations accepted by Lutheran Social Services for clean, used sheets, blankets, twin mattresses, box springs or bunk beds for victims of disaster, the homeless, migrant workers and newly arrived immigrants. Information about needs and donations: 419-267-5528 or 1-800-577-8629.

Exercise classes by Archbold Parks and Recreation at Ruihley Park Pavilion, 320 West Holland St. Variety of classes held mornings and evenings for adults and children. Information: 419-445-4025 or www.archbold.com.

Delta

Dial-A-Story 24 hours daily; new story each week from Delta Public Library. Call 419-822-3110.

●Bicycle safety program, 10 a.m. July 21, Delta Public Library, 402 Main St. Christy Merillat from the Fulton County Department of Health presents an educational program on bike safety. Open to everyone. Information: 429-822-3110.

●Motorcycle Poker Run 1 p.m. Saturday from Village Tavern, 216 Main St. Benefit the Open Door, a community-supported service center. Food, prizes.

Swanton

● Discover New Trails library reading program through July 28, Swanton Public Library, 305 Chestnut St. Several age groups. Crafts, entertainers, and stories. Information: 419-826-2760.

Kindergarten registration at Swanton Local Schools: pick up registration packets at board office. Register children age 5 on or before Oct. 1. Information: call the board office.

●Learn to use a lasso, 10:30 a.m. tomorrow, Swanton Public Library, 305 Chestnut St. Swanton cowboy Bruce Slusher will teach grades 3, 4, 5 cowboy rope tricks.

●Scrapbook class, 1-4 p.m. Saturday, Swanton Public Library, 305 Chestnut St. Learn to preserve heritage and memories with instrustor Ann Hallett. Bring photos. $5 registration necessary: 419-826-2760.

●Hoedown, 10:30 a.m. July 21, Swanton Public Library, 305 Chestnut St. Games and prizesis for grades 3, 4, and 5.

●Emerald ash borer information, 7 p.m. July 22, Swanton Public Library, 305 Chestnut St. Greg LaBarge of the Fulton County Extension Service teaches how to identify and deal with this insect and explains strategies for battling the insects' path of destruction. Information: 419-826-2760.

●Local 4-H Clubs will share their animals with children ages 2 through 5 at 10:30 a.m. July 27, Swanton Public Library, 305 Chestnut St.

●Book discussion group meets 7 p.m. July 27 and 3 p.m. July 28, Swanton Public Library, 305 Chestnut St. Bee Season will be discussed. Information: 419-826-2760.

●Camp Read-A-Lot, 10:30 a.m. July 28, Swanton Public Library, 305 Chestnut St. Entertainment and campfire fun for grades K-5. Children who have completed their reading goals are entered in a drawing for prizes, must be present to win. Information: 419-826-2760.

●High School book discussion 2-3 p.m. July 31, Swanton Public Library, 305 Chestnut St. Open to ninth through 12th-graders. First meeting will deal with structure of the group. Bring a book to tell others about. Information: 419-826-2760.

Wauseon

Storytime 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Tuesdays at Wauseon Public Library, 117 East Elm St. Books 'n' Lunch at noon on Thursdays. Information: 419-335-6626.

Fitness classes at various locations and times in the county. Details: 419-330-2735.

●Responsible dog ownership weekend with Greg Louganis, professional obedience agility dog trainer and Olympic gold medalist, 9 a.m. Sept. 24 and 8 a.m. Sept. 25-26. Agility workshops. Information: 419-861-2557.

Hall of Fame nominations sought for 2004 Fulton County Agrigultural Hall of Fame Award. Must be farmer or breeder who has made a major contribution to the land and the product or someone who has worked in an agriculture-related activity or agribusiness, preferably 25 years or more. Information: Fulton County Extension Office, 8770 St. Rt. 108, Suite A, or call 419-337-9210. Nominations by July 31.

St. Caspar's Thrift Sale 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. July 22, 23, 9 a.m. to noon July 24, 1205 North Shoop, Church basement. Clothing, miscellaneous household items, and baked goods.

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