🌱 Activity And Rec Center Forum + Taxpayer Assistance Center Reopens

Hello, everybody! It's me, Danielle Fallon-O'Leary, your host of the Parkersburg Patch newsletter. Here's all the local news you need to know right now.

But first, your local weather:

• Monday: Mostly cloudy. High: 78 Low: 56.
• Tuesday: Nice with sun, some clouds. High: 73 Low: 50.

Here are the top three stories in Parkersburg today:

1. The Parkersburg Activity and Recreation Center will be the topic of a public forum at the City Park Pavilion at 6:00 p.m. tomorrow (Tuesday, May 16). The forum is designed to allow residents to learn more about the Parkersburg Activity and Recreation Commission's vision, as well as share thoughts, ideas, and concerns. The proposed $13 million project will include a 58,000-square-foot event center —a notable increase in capacity from the current facility's 10,500 square feet. (Parkersburg News)
2. The YMCA of Parkersburg will host its Summer Preview event from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 20, to showcase its summer activities. Visitors will have the chance to try out programs such as Mud Run obstacle courses, Tae Kwon Do kicks, and pool introductions for kids. Families can also enjoy popcorn and refreshments and free entry into the YMCA to use the indoor pool and other facilities. (Parkersburg News)
3. The Taxpayer Assistance Center (TAC) has reopened in Parkersburg due to additional funding through the Inflation Reduction Act. The appointment-only office at 700 Market St. is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Taxpayers can call 844-545-5640 to schedule an appointment or visit IRS.gov for more information. (WTAP)

Today and tomorrow in Parkersburg:

Monday, May 15

• Saxophonist Ethan Perry At The Blennerhassett Hotel and Spa (5:00 PM)

Tuesday, May 16

• Tai Chi For Beginners At South Parkersburg Public Library (10:30 AM)
• Introduction To 3D Printing With Filament At BB2C Makerspace (5:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• Parkersburg will honor the start of National Police Week today (Monday, May 15) at 11 a.m. at City Hall. The ceremony will include awards, presentations, and a memorial wreath laying. (Parkersburg News)
• Over the weekend, the Parkersburg and Belpre Shimmy Mobs performed at the Point Park amphitheater to raise awareness for domestic abuse. The Shimmy Mob, an annual international belly dance flash mob held on World Belly Dance Day, aims to support local women's and children's shelters. (WTAP)
• Looking to add a furry friend to your household? Meet Sailor, the labrador retriever, Cheese, the black-and-white cat, and other adoptable pets available now in Parkersburg area shelters. (Parkersburg Patch)

Alrighty, you're all good for today! I'll catch up with you bright and early soon with another update.

— Danielle Fallon-O'Leary

About me: Danielle Fallon-O’Leary is a content manager with content creation agency Lightning Media Partners and assists Patch.com with community newsletter curation. Danielle also holds a Master’s Degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders and works part-time as a pediatric speech therapist.