Stitches in Time to meet at library

Stitches in Time to meet at library

SALEM

Knitters, cross-stitchers and all other needle crafters are invited to take their projects to Stitches in Time when it meets from 6:30 to 8 p.m. May 20 at the Salem Public Library in the Quaker Room, 821 E. State St., for an evening of stitching, conversation, laughter and relaxation. Share your how-to knowledge.

Accomplished crafters and novices alike are welcome.

No registration is required.

For information call the library at 330-332-0042.

Historical society plans May events

The Girard Historical Society has these events scheduled this month.

On Tuesday the group will sponsor a fundraiser at Trumbull New Theater, 5883 Youngstown Warren Road, Niles.

The fundraiser includes a social hour at 6 p.m. with free refreshments and a basket raffle.

The evening continues at 7 p.m. with the comedy play “Leaving Iowa.”

Tickets cost $20, and seating is limited.

Call 330-545-6559 for tickets.

On May 24 from 1 to 4 p.m. the society will host an open house at the Barnhisel Estate in Girard.

In addition to the restored home and furnishings, the GHS has a new display that features artifacts from the Ohio Leatherworks, once a thriving business in Girard.

The public is welcome to both events.

Library schedules genealogy webinar

LEETONIA

The Leetonia Community Public Library, 181 Walnut St., announces a genealogy webinar via the Ohio History Connection from 7 to 9 p.m. June 18.

The topic is religious records and your roots.

This event is free, but registration is necessary; call 330-427-6635.