Bulletin Board, July 1

* CITY COUNCIL will meet in executive session Tuesday, July 6 at 6:45 p.m. in conference room one at city hall to discuss the personnel evaluation of the Oberlin city clerk.

* GEM CRYSTAL SINGING BOWLS Kathleen Calby will share the music of the gem crystal and Tibetan singing bowls at the Oberlin Public Library on Thursday, July 17 at 6 p.m.

* NEW RUSSIA TOWNSHIP trustees will have a special meeting on Tuesday, July 6 with a budget hearing at 6:30 p.m. and proposed zoning changes at 7 p.m., followed by a regular meeting. They meet at 45440 Butternut Ridge Road.

* OBERLIN UNITARIAN UNIVERSALISTS This summer the fellowship is exploring a curricula based on Native-American cultures called "Keepers of the Earth." The next segment of the set will be on the legend of fire in the Nisqually tribe of the Pacific Northwest. The program will be conducted at 181 W. College St. on Sunday, July 4 at 10:30 a.m. All are welcome.

* CHILD IMMUNIZATION clinic will be held at the Oberlin Public Library on Tuesday, July 6 from 2:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. The clinic is open to any family with children, ages birth to 18, needing immunizations. There is a fee for each immunization. However, no one will be denied an immunization due to inability to pay. Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian and must bring the child's currant immunization record.

* SUMMER CONCERT SERIES E.T. King and the Determination will perform rhythm and blues Saturday, July 3 from 7-9 p.m. in Tappan Square in the center of Oberlin. Free. Bring lawnchairs and blankets for seating.

* MONTHLY FOOD DISTRIBUTION through Oberlin Community Services will be Saturday, July 10 from 10:30 a.m. to noon for residents of Oberlin, Wellington and Kipton, and New Russia, Carlisle, Brighton, LaGrange, Penfield, Camden, Huntington, Rochester, Pittsfield, and Wellington townships. Recipients must provide identification, address verification and proof of income. Call 774-6579 for assistance.

* OHS CLASS OF 1970 meets for its 40th class reunion on Aug. 7 at the Oberlin Depot, 240 S. Main St. Classmates are asked to bring a covered dish. Contact George Clark by e-mailing George.Clark@oberlin.edu, or at 775-4725 for information. There will be a reunion committee meeting at the Oberlin Depot on July 11 at 5 p.m., and all classmates are welcome to attend.

* RUST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Sundays: Free community breakfast at 9 a.m., church school for all ages 9:30 a.m., Sunday worship at 11 a.m. Sparrow Bible Study: Wednesday at 7 p.m., 133 Smith St. Saturday: Gospel Choir practice 12:30 p.m.

* A BODY OF ART: Henna Painting will be presented at the Oberlin Public Library today, Thursday, July 1, 3-6 p.m. in the craft room. Local artist Pat Hauman will teach the ancient art technique of henna arts and application. All materials will be provided. Be advised: The henna coloring lasts for one to three weeks and can stain clothing. Sign up at the information desk.

* WONDERS OF WATER Those who would like to learn more about the science of water are invited to a hands-on science activity, craft, and a snack at the Oberlin Public Library on Tuesday, July 6 at 3 p.m. This program is for kids 7-11 years old and requires registration. Call the library at 775-4790.

* HOT MEALS at Christ Episcopal Church, 162 S. Main St. Monday through Friday. Doors open at 4 p.m. Meals are served from 5 to 5:30 p.m. Free to all.

* CROSSROADS BAPTIST CHURCH 12404 Rt. 58. Bible Study Sunday mornings at 10 a.m. followed by worship and service at 11 p.m. Wednesday night services are 7-9 p.m. New members are welcome.

* LIFE BUILDERS FOURSQUARE CHURCH meets at the Seventh-day Adventist Church at 99 S. Park St. Sunday morning praise and worship starts at 11 a.m. Tuesday night at 7 p.m. is the men's Bible study. Call 440-343-9739 for more information.

* ECLECTIC READERS book discussion group will discuss Anne Tyler's "Digging to America," at the Oberlin Public Library on Tuesday, July 6, at 3:30 p.m. Copies may be available at the front desk at the library. Everyone is welcome.

* PARK STREET SEVENTH-DAY Adventist Church, 99 S. Park St. This Sabbath (Saturday) is Friends and Family Day and all are invited to worship at Sabbath School at 9:30 a.m. followed by divine worship at 11 a.m. There will be a potluck lunch after church and the Sunshine Band will visit Welcome Nursing Home at 3 p.m. Prayer Service is Wednesday, from 6:30-7 p.m. due to the Church Business Meeting starting at 7 p.m.

* PEACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 44 E. Lorain St. Rev. Amy Greene will lead this Sunday's worship service which begins at 10 a.m. There will be a picnic after worship. The Peace Vigil is Saturday at noon on Tappan Square.

* SHELLS, SHELLS, SHELLS! will be the topic of storytime at the Oberlin Public Library on Saturday, July 10 at 11 a.m. There will be stories, rhymes, and a sand craft. Registration is required for this program aimed at youngsters ages 3-6. Call the library at 775-4790.

* CHRIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH, Holy Eucharists & Services: Holy Eucharist on Sundays (Summer Schedule), 8 a.m. and 9:30 a.m. Bible Study: Mondays, 2 p.m. Kendal at Oberlin. G.E.D. classes will resume in the fall. Contact Michael Reynolds at 775- 0605 for additional information. Hot Meals: Monday through Friday. Doors open at 4 p.m. Meals are served from 5-5:30 p.m. Free to all. Information: To learn more about attending services or any of our programs please call the office at 775-2501, messages are checked on weekends. When requested, a sponsor can be arranged for introductions at church or other activities. Office Hours: Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

* FIRST UNITED METHODIST Church of Oberlin, 45 S. Professor St. Sunday, July 4: Adult Sunday School at 9:30 a.m.; worship led by Rev. James Ellison at 10:30 a.m. Child care is provided during the worship hour.

* SACRED HEART CATHOLIC CHURCH 410 W. Lorain St. Saturday vigil Mass: 5 p.m. Sunday: 10 a.m. Confessions: Saturdays, 4:15-4:45 p.m. or by appointment.

Thursday, July 1: No Mass. Friday, July 2: Mass 8:30 a.m. Monday, July 5: Mass 9 a.m. Tuesday, July 6: Mass 8:30 a.m.

* IT'S EASY BEING GREEN with the Lorain County MetroParks will be presented Wednesday, July 14 at 2 p.m. at the Oberlin Public Library. Participants of all ages will learn about conservation by participating in hands-on group activities.

* TAPPAN SQUARE HISTORY WALK Friday, July 2 at 11 a.m. Learn about early residents and hear stories of triumph and misfortune in this 60-minute walking tour surrounding Oberlin's downtown central square park. Tickets must be purchased 48 hours in advance either on the Oberlin Heritage Center's website (www.oberlinheritage.org) or at the Monroe House's Museum Store (73 1/2 S. Professor St.). $6 per adult, with $1 discount for OHC members; free for children under 18 years (most likely to be enjoyed by children 9 years of age and up). History walk may be cancelled and fees refunded if fewer than five people pre-register or if it is raining at the tour start time.

* FREEDOM'S FRIENDS HISTORY WALK Saturday, July 3 at 11a.m. This 75-minute walking tour showcases Oberlin's role in the history of abolition and the Underground Railroad. Tickets must be purchased through the Oberlin Heritage Center's website (www.oberlinheritage.org) or at the Monroe House's Museum Store (731/2 S. Professor St.). $6 per adult, with $1 discount for OHC members; free for children under 18 years (most likely to be enjoyed by children 9 years of age and up). History walk may be cancelled and fees refunded if it is raining at the tour start time.

* HISTORY CAMPS Oberlin Heritage Center Summer Camps are filling up fast. Space still remains for "History for the Day" single-day camps for kids held each day between July 27 and July 30, and for "Green Camp" (learning and fun while being good to the environment) offered the week of Aug. 9-13. Limited space remains for "Local Inventors and Innovators Camp" (Aug. 2-6) and "Architecture Camp" (Aug. 16-20). For more information or to make a reservation, visit www.oberlinheritage.org or call (440) 774-1700.