Cassville Cruisers featuring Next Generation Band at Cruise-In
The first Cruise-In of the year for the Cassville Cruisers is set for Saturday from 5 p.m. to dusk at the Barry County Museum, located at 15858 State Hwy. 76 in Cassville. The event will feature classic and custom cars, and The Next Generation Band is set to perform from 5-7 p.m. Admission is free. For more information, people may visit www.facebook.com/cassville.cruisers.
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.
Eagle Rock Library Easter event on tap
The Eagle Rock Library and Friends of the Library will host their annual Easter Event on Saturday, with Mr. E. Bunny in attendance for photos. The Egg Hunt starts at 3 p.m. The Eagle Rock Lego Club will also meeting on April 26 at 10 a.m. at the Eagle Rock Community Association building. All ages of builders are welcome.
Potluck, inaugural Plant Exchange in Eagle Rock
The Eagle Rock Community Association is hosting its monthly potluck on April 14 at 6 p.m. The theme is pasta. The Community Association is also hosting the inaugural Plant Exchange 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.
Sleep in Heavenly Peace bed build April 12
The Exeter chapter of Sleep in Heavenly Peace will host a bed build on April 12, starting at 9 a.m., at Emmanuel Baptist Church, located at 821 Old Exeter Road in Cassville. Volunteers are needed to help build 30 beds, which are then donated to local youth in need. For more information on the organization, people may visit www.facebook.com/SHPExeter.
Ash Road District dissolution hearing upcoming
A dissolution hearing for the Ash Road District will be held at 9 a.m. on April 17 at the Barry County Courthouse, located at 700 Main St. in Cassville.
Chair Yoga classes in Wheaton
Louisa’s Chair Yoga and Beginning Yoga and Gentle Stretching classes to improve flexibility are every Thursday at the Wheaton Community Center, located at 117 Allman Ave. in Wheaton. Chair Yoga is at 2 p.m., and the Beginning Yoga and Gentle Stretching is at 3:30 p.m. There is no charge for the classes, but donations are appreciated. Classes aim to improve flexibility, lessen chronic pain, improve balance, reduce stress or provide relaxation. Participants should wear comfortable clothes for stretching and a Yoga mat if they have one. For more information, people may text Louisa at 417-772-6476.
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.
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.
