The following are upcoming events in Clinton County:
Solvita Wilmington CMH Regional blood drive to be held
Solvita is calling on donors to respond to a critical shortage of multiple blood types. Donate at the Wilmington community blood drive Wednesday, Aug. 14 from noon to 6:30 p.m. at CMH Regional Health System, 610 W. Main St. Schedule an appointment to donate with Solvita (formerly Community Blood Center) on the Donor Time app, by calling (937) 461-3220, or at www.donortime.com. Walk-ins are welcome at the Solvita Dayton Center, 349 S. Main St. Everyone who registers to donate at any Solvita blood drive or the Solvita Dayton Center in July and August will receive the Solvita “From One to Many” beach towel and will be automatically entered in the drawing for two tickets to Taylor Swift’s Nov. 3 show at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. You can save time while helping save lives by using “DonorXPress” to complete the donor questionnaire before arriving at a blood drive. Find DonorXPress on the Donor Time App or at www.solvita.org/donorxpress.
Books in a Bag event to be held at library
Friends of the Library is holding a Books in a Bag event at the Wilmington Public Library on Saturday, Aug. 17 from 10 a.m. to noon. The public is invited to come to the event and fill up a bag with books. The first 30 patrons will receive an FOL tote. Remember to register to win a door prize. The entrance is off of Library Avenue.
The Referral Network’s third-annual Putt-Putt Golf Outing
On Aug. 17 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., the third-annual fundraiser to Give Back to Community Charities will be held at Adventure Cove Miniature Golf, 3410 St. Rt. 22/3, Wilmington. Enjoy free putt-putt and ice cream, with no charge to participate. Donations are welcome to support local community charities. Corporate team slots are available for those who wish to participate and contribute.
Free Beginner’s Guide to Essential Oils community class
On Aug. 22, from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Clinton County Library, located at 268 N. South St., Wilmington. This class is ideal for individuals new to essential oils, those interested in natural health and wellness, and anyone looking to incorporate essential oils into their self-care routine. The instructor, Mark, is a licensed massage therapist and soon-to-be doctor of naturopathy with nearly 20 years of experience in natural medicine. With expertise in polarity therapy, herbalism, and survival first aid, Mark brings a compassionate and empathetic approach to natural health practices.
Scoreboard Speaks: Football Night to be held
Scoreboard Speaks: Football Night is set for Aug. 22 at 7 p.m. at the McCoy Room on Wilmington College’s campus.
