Play Mah Jongg at library

WELLSBURG — Visit the Brooke County Public Library each Friday to take part in Mah Jongg Fridays. Those who enjoy playing Mah Jongg can stop by the library and play with others who love the game.

Play is held from 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Those who have their own set of tiles are permitted to bring them for play. Anyone interested in learning the game can contact library officials to ensure someone will be on site to assist. No registration is required. For information, call (304) 737-1551.

Library offers children’s activity

WELLSBURG — Children are invited to visit the Brooke County Public Library’s Children’s Room between 10:30 a.m. and noon every Saturday to play, build, socialize and learn through a variety of toys and games which help to develop hand-eye coordination and STEAM concepts.

Parents or guardians must provide direct supervision, according to officials. The activity is recommended for those ages birth through 6 years of age, although all ages are welcome to attend. The program will be set up and torn down by volunteers and is not led by staff. No registration is required.

“Parents may feel stuck at home in the earlier stages of parenthood,” library officials commented. “As a parent, being part of a community activity can help you feel less alone, as you are among your peers. Children will have fun, make friends and grow in their social skills.” For information, call (304) 737-1551.

Storytime planned at library

WELLSBURG — The Brooke County Public Library will hold its Evening Storytime with Miss Kim at 5 p.m. Jan. 14. Children can enjoy listening to the story “The Trouble With Children (According to Dog,)” make a craft, eat snacks and take part in a fun evening. Limited spaces are available. To register, call (304) 737-1551 or visit brookecountylibs.org/events.

‘Elio’ to be shown at library

WELLSBURG — The Brooke County Public Library will show the film “Elio,” rated PG, at 5 p.m. Jan. 15. The movie follows Elio, who struggles to fit in until he is transported by aliens and becomes the chosen one to be Earth’s galactic ambassador. Elio’s mother, Olga, works on the top secret project to decode alien messages. Popcorn and water will be provided to guests attending the free screening.

To reserve a seat, call (304) 737-1551 or visit brookecountylibs.org/events.

Library to show movie

WELLSBURG — The Follansbee Library will show the movie “Soul On Fire,” at noon on Jan. 16. The PG-rated film follows a horrific accident which has left a young boy’s body scarred, as he strives to live and show everyone what is possible through the help of his family, his faith and the entire city of St. Louis.

Attendees are permitted to bring a lunch to eat while watching the movie. Popcorn and water will be provided. To reserve a seat at the free screening, call (304) 527-0860 or visit brookecountylibs.org/events.

Sponsors sought for ‘Hosanna’

WEIRTON — Cove United Presbyterian Church in Weirton will hold performances of “Hosanna! The Rock Opera,” on March 20-22 and March 27-29.

During the 1990s and early 2000s, “Hosanna! The Rock Opera,” had been a fixture in the Weirton community. A small-scale Easter performance was held at St. Paul Church. It soon grew into a major production that involved several denominations and included a large and diverse cast and crew. Audiences grew from a few hundred to thousands, according to officials who said, “The performance nurtured a message of community, belonging and Christ’s sacrifice for us.”

“The last performance was given in 2003, ending more than a decade of a shared passion, unity and joy amongst hundreds of community members,” organizers added. “Many of those who were involved felt a sense of loss after the performances ended, leaving community members to face a world that seems to offer little respite and comfort for those afflicted with difficulties.”

The production was resurrected in 2023-24, when the community came together and faced the challenges of today in a positive way, spreading the message that in Christ and in each other, we are not alone.

“Doing a production like this is not without costs,” officials stated. “Please consider joining us in our mission to change the lives of our community by delivering a positive message of love and belonging to those who need it.”

Officials are seeking the community’s help, asking those interested in purchasing a program ad or in attending an upcoming performance, to aid in delivering a message that began long ago, in Galilee … a message that longs to be heard in the Ohio Valley again.

Five tiers of sponsorship are available, including: Believers, $50, a business card-sized ad in black and white; Men and Women of Galilee, $150, a quarter-page ad in black and white and admission for six to the Friends and Family Night at 7 p.m. March 19; Apostles, $250, a half-page ad in black and white and admission for six to the Friends and Family Night at 7 p.m. March 19; Angels of Heaven, $500, a full-page ad in black and white and admission for six to the Friends and Family Night at 7 p.m. March 19; and Kingdom of Heaven, $750, a program cover ad either in the inside front, inside back or back cover, in color, along with admission for six to the Friends and Family Night at 7 p.m. March 19.

Donations or sponsorships will be accepted through Feb. 22. Electronic payments can be submitted through e-mail at htroadvertising@gmail.com.Checks can be made payable to Hosanna Resurrection and mailed to: Hosanna, in c/o Patrick LeMasters, 2012 Oregon Ave., Steubenville, OH 43952.

For information or questions, call (304) 224-9565.