SCOPE to host ventriloquist show

The Niles SCOPE Senior Center, 14 E. State St., is offering a ventriloquist show by Helen Hammett for members, nonmembers and grandchildren from noon to 1 p.m. July 26 at the center. The program starts at 11:30 a.m. with lunch. Hammett has been a professional ventriloquist since 1984 and has toured the United States entertaining audiences with her comedy troupe of colorful characters. She uses hand-carved basswood figures for her shows. To register call 330-544-3676. A donation will be accepted at the show.