News Briefs, April 30

Old Church Gallery Farmers’ Market now open

The Old Church Gallery Farmers’ Market runs every Thursday from 8-11 a.m., offering farm fresh produce, eggs, jellies, relishes, baked goods, cut flowers, handmade crafts and more. The selection varies every week, so come early for the best choice. Old Church Gallery is located on Farm Road 1240 in Shell Knob and can be reached at 417-858-2510.

Wheaton Depot Museum open

The Wheaton Depot Museum is open from 1-5 p.m. on Sundays for individuals to come in and see exhibits. For more information, people may call 417-846-3146.

Egg roll sale, yard sale benefits youth artists

The Exeter Assembly of God Church, located at 202 Front St. in Exeter, will host an egg roll sale and yard sale on Saturday beginning at about 8 a.m. Egg roll orders can be picked up beginning at 10 a.m. For more information or to place an egg roll order, people may call 417-489-6953. Proceeds will benefit church youth to compete at the National Fine Arts Convention in Florida in August.

Corinth Cemetery Association to meet

The Corinth Cemetery Association Annual Meeting will be held on May 15 at 6 p.m. at the Cemetery Shelter on State Highway AA.

Democratic Central Committee meeting May 13

The Barry County Democratic Central Committee will meet on May 13 at the Cassville Branch Library, located at 301 West 17th St. in Cassville.

Road Districts to meet

The Corsicana Special Road District will meet in regular session on May 13 at 7 p.m., and the Capps Creek Special Road District will meet in regular session on May 15 at noon. Both meetings are at the home of Garry and Pam Bartkoski, located at 5086 Farm Road 2057 in Monett. The public is welcome to attend.

Cassville Branch Library weekly events

The Cassville Branch Library will host the following events this week: Thursday, Steam Club (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics experiments), 3:30 p.m.; Tuesday, Storytime, 10 a.m.

Ridgley Assembly of God hosting Sara Forhetz

Ridgley Assembly of God Church, located at 16544 Farm Road 1027 in Exeter, will host The Son-Shine Social on May 3 at 10 a.m., with special guest Sara Forhetz, former Emmy Award-winning KY3 news anchor, set to speak. People may RSVP to the event on the church’s Facebook page, or contact the church at 417-846-3513.

Potluck, inaugural Plant Exchange in Eagle Rock

The Eagle Rock Community Association inaugural Plant Exchange will be on May 3 from noon to 3 p.m. Those who wish to participate should start propagating their plants to exchange with other plant enthusiasts. No money will change hands except for the vendors on hand. Anyone with questions may contact Jennifer Cochran at 417-342-4526.

Power of Pink schedules events

Power of Pink, a Wheaton-based non-profit organization with a focus on assisting people diagnosed with breast cancer, will hold its annual dinner and auction, as well as its walk and run, on May 9 and May 10. The annual dinner and auction will be held at the Wheaton High School gym, located at 116 McCall St., beginning at 6:30 p.m. The walk, run and auction will be held May 10 at the Wheaton city Park, beginning at 8 a.m. The timed run includes prizes to top finishers. All proceeds assist local women battling breast cancer. For more information, people may visit www.powerofpinkmo.com.

Seligman Bingo Night on first Tuesday of month

A Bingo Night will be held the first Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m. at the Seligman Chamber Event Center, located on Highway 37 north of the city. If at least 50 people attend, two train tickets will be raffled. In the case of bad weather, bingo will be postponed. The building is handicap accessible, and all ages are invited. Bingo cards are $1 per play, and there is no limit on plays. A variety of prizes, excluding cash, will be awarded. Sodas and water are available for $1 each. Alcohol and smoking are not allowed in the building. For more information, people may call Eldora at 417-342-3895.

Cassville Senior Center hosting monthly dances

The Cassville Senior Center hosts a dance and potluck dinner with live music on the first Friday of every month. The doors open at 5:30 p.m., and the live music and dance is from 7-10 p.m. Admission is $10 and the Senior Center is located at 1111 Fair St. in Cassville. All ages are welcome, and there is no cost for children 18-and-under. There will be door prizes, refreshments, a 50-50 raffle and a potluck dinner at 8 p.m., and attendees are welcome to bring a dish. All proceeds go to the Senior Center. The April event is April 4.

OATS rides available in Barry County

OATS Transit offers regular transportation services for the rural general public of any age, seniors, and individuals with disabilities. People may call the local OATS Transit office at 417-887-9272 or 800-770-6287 to schedule a ride or find out about services in the Barry County area. People may also visit the OATS website at oatstransit.org to view local schedules under “Bus Schedules,” then click on the county of service. OATS Transit is hiring drivers statewide to continue serving riders. Openings are listed on the OATS website. OATS offices will be closed and regular service will not be operating on May 26 in observance of Memorial Day.

Lessons offered before Seligman’s Saturday dances

The Seligman Chamber of Commerce country dances at the Seligman Chamber Event Center are every Saturday from 7-10 p.m. No alcohol is allowed. Admission is $10 per person, and 18-and-under are free. There is a potluck, 50-50 drawing and door prizes. Free dance lessons will also be given from 5-6 p.m. For more information, people may call 479-903-3640.