Sumner Newscow report — A self-defense class for women and girls will be held on March 27 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the Wellington Public Library at 121 W. 7th.

The program is sponsored by the Wellington Public Library and the Wellington Police Department. People can register by e-mail at acountryman@wellingtonpubliclibrary.org and state: “I want to register for class date 3-27-25.”

The following is a statement of the class:

Did you know that fighting like a girl is a really GOOD THING?  Do you know what to do if you are knocked to the ground?  Grabbed by the wrist?  Grabbed from behind?  Think you are being followed?

Relax and take a deep breath, Fearless and Female is here!  Dress comfortable and experience an evening filled with fun, laughter and self-defense skills that will help you… BECOME YOUR OWN BEST PROTECTOR!