Cultural fiesta set at Leonardo’s

STEUBENVILLE — A cultural fiesta to raise money for children’s orphanages abroad has been planned from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Nov. 16 in the third-floor ballroom of Leonardo’s Coffee House, located at 159 N. Fourth St. in Steubenville.

The community is invited to experience various cultures of the world through cuisines, dancing, folk performances and more, organizers stated. The event will feature salsa dancing, a disc jockey and photoshoots in the Cuban Caribbean beginning at 6 p.m. Those attending can take part in swing dancing, social dancing and folk performances from around the world following the salsa dancing.

To date, the tables being represented include Peru, Ireland and Germany. Officials stated the family-friendly event will include the “biggest pinata ever,” drawings, prizes and appetizer cuisines. Guests can wear their country’s favorite attire or dress casual, organizers noted.

An afterparty dance will follow from 10 p.m. to midnight at Chestertons and Co. Cigars, located at 183 N. Fourth St. Anyone interested in displaying their country during the event or those interested in performing a dance routine, can call (201) 745-9562.

Creek theater staging radio play

WINTERSVILLE — Drama students at Indian Creek High School will stage their latest performance at 7 p.m. Oct. 30 on the high school theater’s YouTube channel. A haunting online production of “The Unexpected: Nightmare,” radio play will be featured on the site, according to fine arts instructor Robert Zinsmeister.

“It’s a ghost story for Halloween,” Zinsmeister stated. “It will be followed by a reading of the famous Edgar Allan Poe poem ‘The Raven.'” Additional radio shows are in the works, he noted, including a production of the Charles Dickens’ classic, “A Christmas Carol” in December. Sponsors and advertisers are being sought for the radio shows. Anyone interested in becoming a sponsor can contact Zinsmeister through e-mail at robert.zinsmeister@iclsd.org.

Christmas on Main to open

RICHMOND — The business Christmas on Main has a new shop opening in Richmond. Owner Janet Bendle stated, “I am so excited to be bringing this new magical shopping experience to the area.”

Christmas on Main will hold its grand opening from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. Oct. 26. The business is located at 110 W. Main St. According to Bendle, Christmas on Main is a year-round shop that carries Christmas décor, as well as other home décor and gifts for any occasion. The business offers women and children’s clothing, devotions and gifts for showers, birthdays and other occasions.

“We have a little of everything, honestly,” Bendle added. “The shop will be ever-changing, so frequent visits will be a must.” Opening a business such as this has been a dream of Bendle’s for many years, she said. And that dream is finally coming true, thanks to her daughter and son-in-law purchasing the former Everhart-Bove Funeral Home in Richmond. Bendle commented it is the intention of opening a coffee shop at some point in the future. With the help of family and friends, the business that has always been a dream is quickly becoming a reality. “And in just five short months,” Bendle said.

Museum to welcome archaeologist

WEIRTON — The Weirton Area Museum and Cultural Center will welcome archaeologist John Boleigh at 11 a.m. Nov 2 at the museum, located at 3149 Main St. Boleigh will give a presentation on prehistoric Ohio and West Virginia. The public is encouraged to attend the free event. Refreshments will be provided.

Cross Creek sets trick-or-treat

WINTERSVILLE — Cross Creek Township has announced it has set the date for Halloween this year. trick-or-treat will be held from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Oct. 31.

Church to hold trunk-or-treat

STEUBENVILLE — The Second Baptist Church, located at 717 Adams St. in Steubenville, will hold a trunk-or-treat event from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Oct. 31 at the church. Officials stated there will be a lot of fun, many treats and no tricks for those attending. The community is welcome.

APS helping seniors with giving tree

STEUBENVILLE — Jefferson County Adult Protective Services is preparing for the agency’s annual Holiday Senior Giving Tree program.

Officials explained many seniors 60 years of age and older are living independently in Jefferson County and the holidays can be difficult for them to celebrate. These seniors can benefit by receiving some holiday cheer from community residents.

Anyone knowing of a senior in need of a gift this Christmas can submit the necessary information to adult protective services, who will add the name to its giving trees, located at the Fort Steuben Mall, Our Place in the First Westminster Church, located at 235 N. Fourth St. in Steubenville and at the Primetime Office on Aging, located at 300 Lovers Lane.

To submit a name and information, e-mail, call or drop off forms to the office by Nov. 21. For information, call (740) 282-0961, ext. 1114 or 1115.

Officials will need to know the name of the senior, their address, a few items they need and any interests they may have. That senior will be given a number which will placed on an angel hanging from one of the trees. When someone selects that angel, it will state if that senior is male or a female and list their needs and interests. Once the angel is returned to the APS office, the number will be matched with the senior and delivered to them in time for Christmas, according to organizers. Gifts need to be submitted to the Jefferson County Department of Job and Family Services by Dec. 16, along with the tag from the tree.