SOCIETY DIGEST

Benefit dinner at area church

BOARDMAN

A spaghetti dinner and Chinese auction have been planned for Saturday at Westminster Presbyterian Church, Stadium Drive, as a benefit for Janice Bates, who is battling cancer for the third time.

Friends and supporters will host the event from 4 to 7 p.m. Meals are $6.

Tickets for the Chinese auction are $1 or six for $5. Winner does not have to be present.

Military band alumni to meet

YOUNGSTOWN

Warren Junior Military Band Alumni Association is inviting all former band members to a quarterly trustee meeting Saturday at Caf Cimmento, 120 E. Boardman St.

Breakfast will be at 9 a.m. and the meeting at 10. Plans will be made for a picnic.

For more information call Jim Cunningham, (330) 793-6710, or Russ Beatty, (330) 360-3153, or visit www.wjmbalumni.org.

Dinner to benefit Lupus Foundation

AUSTINTOWN

The Gold Wing Road Riders Association, Chapter M, will sponsor a rigatoni dinner from 4 to 7 p.m. Saturday at Smith Corners United Methodist Church, 3000 S. Canfield-Niles Road, as a benefit for the Lupus Foundation, and in memory of Tim Peck, a deceased member.

The cost is $7.50 for adults and $4 for those 10 and under. Takeouts will be available. Large groups are asked to make reservations that morning by calling (330) 219-4669.

There will be a Chinese auction and 50-50 drawing.

For more information call Roy Jones, (330) 717-9057; Becky Jones, (330) 360-5515; or Judy Wozniak, (330) 505-3504.

Benefit dinner planned for injured biker

HOWLAND

A spaghetti dinner will be served from 2 to 7 p.m. Saturday at Captain Kellys, 4248 N. River Road, as a benefit for Ron ‘Slamm” Matusky. who is in critical condition following a motorcycle accident.

Meals will cost $8, and there will be live music from 5 to 8 p.m, a 50-50 raffle and a Chinese auction.

Healthy Kids Day Saturday at YMCA

BOARDMAN

St. Elizabeth Health Center will sponsor a Healthy Kids Day for the entire family on Saturday at The Davis Family YMCA, 45 McClurg Road.

The free event will provide creative activities that foster physical activity and healthy living.

Dr. Sangeetha Sethi will offer information on healthy bodies and healthy habits.

There will be resources to educate grown-ups about making healthy choices for their families, archery and kayaking with the Camp Fitch staff, and vendors of healthy snacks.

Luncheon planned for Red Hat Day

YOUNGSTOWN

An International Red Hat Day luncheon will be presented by A String of Pearls at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Stambaugh Auditorium, 1000 Fifth Ave.

Tickets for the sit-down luncheon will be $25 and will include entertainment, raffle baskets, door prizes, Red Hat vendors, a 50-50 raffle and a Hattitude Stroll. The featured speaker will be Youngstown Mayor Jay Williams.

For tickets or more information contact Erma Hart at (330) 759-9331 or e-mail harte41@aol.com.

Invitation to tea extended by society

YOUNGSTOWN

The Williams-Heath Missionary Society of St. Andrewes AME Church, 521 W. Earle Ave., is inviting the public to its 48th annual Pink Tea from 4 to 6 p.m. April 25 at the church.

There will be a program, refreshments and complimentary corsages and boutonnieres. Those attending are encouraged to wear a touch of pink.

Denise Hill and Judy Dennis are chairs of the event. Nancy Murray is society president.

Professionals plan moving program

YOUNGSTOWN

Park Vista Retirement Community, 1216 Fifth Ave., is inviting the public to a complimentary continental breakfast and an “It’s Your Move” program at 9:30 a.m. April 27 at the Gathering Room.

Those thinking of simplifying their lives, selling a home, downsizing or making a move can learn the tips of the trade from a panel of professionals: Jeff Byce of Byce Auction and Coldwell Banker Real Estate representative; Atty. Jeffrey D. Heintz of Manchester Bennett; Jeanne Hink, owner of The Right Sort; and Ken Voitus, president of North Star Moving and Storage.

Reservations for the event can be made until Wednesday by calling (330) 746-2944, Ext. 1552.