GFWC Women’s Club of Barnesville

11/05/2026

GFWC Women’s Club of Barnesville sponsored a “Charge Into Fire Safety” presentation for the after-school kids at The Haven. Our presenter was Forest Colbert, Barnesville Firefighter. As a fire safety influencer among young children, he did a wonderful job helping the kids to stay safe when using phones, tablets, and other devices that use lithium-ion batteries. Forest explained that some toys and electronics have batteries that need to be recharged in a safe place and that they should always ask a grown-up before plugging anything in. By the end of the presentation, the kids identified common toys and electronics that use rechargeable batteries and recognized safe charging places (flat, hard surfaces) and unsafe places (like a bed or couch). The kids were excited to share what they had learned, eagerly discussing the importance of fire safety in their daily lives. Forest's engaging approach educated them and inspired a sense of responsibility toward their personal safety and the safety of their homes. The highlight for the kids is to be able to try on the fireman gear. Our ladies prepared and served mac and cheese, hot dog worm sandwiches, fruit drinks, fireman hat suckers and pretzels for dessert. Everyone received fireman hats, drawstring bags with educational materials, fireman duck toys, rulers, squishes and funny face socks, etc. Thanks, Sandy, Peggy, and our associate member Dorothy.

11/05/2026

Ladies, We Found You! The unsung "Gems" in our community.

10/28/2026

Come join us! Third Wednesday each month (except Dec 2nd Wed.) 6PM Barnesville Library Annex Sept-May. New ideas for community projects are always welcome.

10/28/2026

Congratulations, ladies. Our club has been serving the community of Barnesville for the past 94 years.

10/20/2026

10/05/2026

Domestic Violence Awareness Pumpkin Painting Project. As our club gets ready to set up a display for Domestic Violence Awareness, these little hands are busy painting their pumpkins purple for the display. The strokes made by each child served as a reminder of the importance of raising awareness and supporting those affected by domestic violence. Thanks to Tessa for organizing the event and showing the kids a wonderful time. Their smiles are priceless!

10/05/2026

GFWC Women’s Club of Barnesville proudly served as a bronze sponsor for The Wall That Heals provided by The Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund. Bringing The Wall home to communities throughout our country allows the souls enshrined on the Memorial to exit once more among family and friends in the peace and comfort of familiar surroundings. The traveling exhibit provides thousands of veterans who have been unable to cope with the prospect of facing the Wall to find the strength and courage to do so within their own communities, thus allowing the healing to begin. Extend our gratitude to our members who volunteered at the event, visited the Wall, and assisted in transporting others so they could attend. We are truly thankful for this incredible opportunity. Belmont County Tourism went above and beyond in organizing the event; their commitment ensured that the experience was meaningful for everyone who attended. We also want to thank all the volunteers who showed up and made a difference. We are truly thankful for this incredible opportunity.

10/03/2026

The GFWC Women's Club of Barnesville promoted the GFWC International Day of Service to End Domestic and Sexual Violence. In partnership with Justin Brown, the manager of Bob Evans Restaurant in Cambridge, Ohio, club members collected stuffed farm animals and other soft toys. These items were donated to the local Barnesville Police Department and Belmont County Sheriff's Department, both of which expressed their support and gratitude for the donation. The contributions aim to provide comfort to children in distressing situations, helping to ease their fears during tough times. This collaborative effort not only underscores the club's commitment to community service but also strengthens the relationship between the club and local law enforcement agencies. By working together, they are building trust and support within the community, ensuring that children receive the care and compassion they need when faced with challenging circumstances. Such initiatives highlight the importance of community involvement in creating a safer and more nurturing environment for all children.

09/26/2026

….and the WINNER is….Kevin Shipley. We will be in touch to make arrangements to deliver.
😊Thanks to everyone who supported our project to help the Dolly Parton Imagination Library.

09/18/2026

Thanks, Health and Wellness Committee, for making last night's meeting fun.