Boardman community briefs

July 10, 2010 at 12:00a.m.

LAOH plans open house for members

The Junior Division of the Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernians is hosting an Open House for perspective members at 5 p.m. July 30 at the AOH Hibernian Hall, 5110 Southern Blvd. Youngstown, Ohio 44512.

All girls interested in joining will complete an application form at the meeting or contact Lauren Kepley at 330-533-0918. Membership in the Juniors is open to interested Catholic girls between 6 and 18 years of age, Irish by descent or adoption.

Annual dues are $2 and the Juniors donate 25 cents to the missions at each meeting. The patron is Saint Brigid. Each meeting focuses on an aspect of Irish culture.

Every 2 years the Juniors scrapbook is submitted to the AOH-LAOH Convention to be judged. The Juniors 2008-2010 Scrapbook will be on display at the meeting. The scrapbook chairperson is Connie Thompson.

New officers will be installed at the meeting and all will enjoy a party with the former Junior officers who will leave for college soon.

Godspell looking for a few good actors

Auditions for Godspell will be 2 p.m. today and Sunday at St. Michael Family Life Center Stage, state Route 46 in Canfield.

Those auditioning should be 16 or older and will be expected to sing a refrain from a prepared song, preferably from Godspell (bring sheet music) and recite a prepared 30-second monologue.

Performance dates will be Sept. 10 through Sept. 12. For information, contact Marlene at 330-533-8789.

Ladies Guild host rummage sale

St. Charles Ladies Guild will host a rummage sale in its Social Hall in Boardman July-13-14 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Create concrete leaf castings for the garden

Pam Baytos will teach a cast leaf workshop Wednesday from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Fellows Riverside Gardens.

Participants will learn how to use a hosta or rhubarb leaf as a mold to create leaf castings for a garden ornament or birdbath. The cost is $20 for Fellows Riverside Garden members and $26 for nonmembers. To register, call the gardens at 330-740-7116.

Tour MetroParks farm

Bring the family for a tractor-wagon tour of MetroParks Farm Thursdays in July at 10 a.m. The one-hour tour is free and reservations are suggested. To register, call the farm at 330-533-7572.

Visit the family garden on sunny Fridays

Bring the kids for a drop-in visit to the Family Garden at Fellows Riverside Gardens on sunny Fridays to plant and water flowers or to read a book. The Family Garden Greeter at the discovery cart will tell visitors about the plants. Children can participate in hands-on activities. For information, call the gardens at 330-740-7116.

Watch a movie under the stars and on a barn

MetroParks Farm will host one of the favorite farm movies of all times under the stars July 17 from 9:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. Moviegoers should bring a chair, blanket and refreshments. For information, call the farm at 330-533-7572.

Make ice cream in a bag

MetroParks Farm will show how to make ice cream in a small Ziploc bag July 18 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. For information, call the farm at 330-533-7572.

Join a book discussion

Read wildlife journalist William Stolzenburg’s “Where the Wildlife Things Where: Life, Death and Ecological Wreckage in a Land of Vanishing Predators” and then join a discussion at the Ford Nature Center July 24 at 10 a.m.

Brisk walk, botany and breakfast offered

Start July 23 with a brisk walk through Fellows Riverside Gardens at 8:30 a.m. and then have breakfast at the Garden Cafe while learning about the plant family Armeria. The cost is $7 for garden members and $9 for nonmembers. To register, call the gardens at 330-740-7116.

Return to Lincoln Park for tough hike

Hike for the health of it and explore some of the 200 additional acres of this City of Youngstown park July 18 at 10 a.m.

Wear old shoes to hike along and in Dry Run, the lake that fills McKelvey Lake. Hikers should meet at the Lincoln Park Pavilion for this difficult 4-mile hike. To register, call the Ford Nature Center at 330-740-7101.

Parents of students wishing to enter kindergarten at Holy Family School may register their children at the school office. Parents must provide baptismal records, if not baptized at Holy Family Church, immunization records, Social Security number of student and a copy of their birth certificate.

Registration forms are supplied at the time of registration and a non-refundable registration fee of $25 is payable to Holy Family School.

Applications will be considered complete only when all required supporting data listed above is submitted. Note that Kindergarten screening will be scheduled at this time.

If you have any questions, contact the school office at 330-757-3713 Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Boardman Park to host martial arts classes

ATA Black Belt Academy will host “Taekwondo in the Park” July 17 near the gazebo in Boardman Park for members of the community.

To limit participant’s sun exposure, there will be three classes. Tiny Tigers will be from 10:15 a.m. to 10:45 a.m., Karate for Kids 10:45 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. and Adults/Leadership/Demo Team from 12:15 p.m. to 1:15 p.m.

Attire should be black shorts or pants and Taekwondo T-shirts for members. Others can wear dark pants or shorts and a black T-shirt. ATA will provide free water and families may bring a picnic lunch and watch the classes.

The location will be changed to ATA Black Belt Academy, 6001 South Ave., in the event of rain.

Participants can sign up at the academy.

Turn trash to treasure

The Bridge of Hope Church, 7580 Glenwood Ave., will host a trash to treasure sale today from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

An 8x8 space can be purchased for $20.

For information, call 330-726-8141.

Take the dog to a festival

Join Angels for Animals and area animal rescues at the fifth annual Doggie Daze Festival and Adopt-A-Thon today from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at 4750 W. South Range Road in Canfield.

There will be food, festivities and activities centered around four-legged friends.

Local children’s book author Judith Lynn Cvetkovic will sign her books “Mandy Lost Adventure” and “Mandy and Star’s Sheep Ranch Getaway” from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

All dogs must be on a leash.

Bring your Corvette to Greenwood for a cause

The Mahoning Valley Corvettes and Greenwood Chevrolet will sponsor a car show Sunday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Greenwood Chevrolet in Austintown.

Registration will begin at 9 a.m. The show is open to Corvettes and all other cars. Entry fee is $10 and $20 if you are showing for NCCC points.

Proceeds will benefit the Hospice House and other local charities. Trophies and prizes will be awarded for all classes, including People’s Choice Award. Keen Geen will provide music and food and beverages will be available.

For information, call Kathy Callery 330-533-6159 or Dan Lyden 330-726-7791.

Donate blood July 19 at Boardman library

The Mahoning Chapter of the American Red Cross will take blood donations July 19 from 1:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at the Boardman branch of the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County.

Let the kids get wet at the library

Come play outdoor water games with bubbles, sponges and water pistols July 22 at 2 p.m. at the Boardman branch of the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County. A family program of team and individual games for children of all ages.

Parental supervision is needed for this outdoor event. Games will be held indoors if raining.

Fishing fun planned at library Thursday

Kids of all ages can wish they went fishing 2 p.m. Thursday at the Boardman branch of the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County.

There will be fishing bait fun, gross stuff to touch, “fishy” stories, a craft and treat. Preschoolers must be accompanied by an adult.

Boardman library offers pirate adventures

The young pirates on your ship can visit the Boardman branch of the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County July 29 at 2 p.m. for a day of pirate fun. Children of all ages can enjoy stories, crafts and a pirate tattoo. Preschoolers must be accompanied by an adult.

Every day in July is craft day at the library

Children of all ages can make a craft at the Boardman branch of the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County during regular library hours in July.

Free hot dogs at Mill Creek MetroParks

Weather permitting, Mill Creek MetroParks will have free hot dogs for the public Mondays and Tuesdays. The hot dogs will be served Mondays at the James L. Wick Recreation Area, off McCollum Road, and Tuesdays at Scholl Recreation Area. The hot dogs are sponsored by the Salvation Army’s Mahoning County Services. This will last through Aug. 31,

Nominate an outstanding senior or senior advocate

Nominations are being accepted for the 2010 Valley Legacy Awards. The awards will be presented to an outstanding senior and outstanding advocate for seniors Oct. 14 at the Sixth Annual Legacy Awards, where all nominees will be recognized for their good works.

Candidates should be recognized for a lifetime of working to improve the Mahoning Valley or who have provided exceptional support of older Americans through their professional, volunteer or civic roles.

Nominees must have left a lasting legacy for the community and inspired others through their work ethic, concern for others and enthusiasm for the betterment of our community.

Nomination forms are available online at www.shepherdofthevalley.com, at all Shepherd of the Valley locations and WKBN and ClearChannel web sites. All nominations must be postmarked by July 30.

Class of 1952 to reunite

The Rayen School class of 1952 is hosting a picnic July 25 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Boardman Park in the Chester Lang Pavilion.

Coffee and doughnuts will be served at 11 a.m. and lunch will be served from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.

Lunch includes chicken, ribs, sides, drinks, and dessert.

Cost is $20 per person. Reservations must be made by Monday.

For information, call Kay Herberger at 330-759-1455 or Tom Ramos at 330-727-7259.

Classic car cruises

The Mahoning Valley Olde Car Club will host Cruise Nites every Tuesday from June through August from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Chick-fil-a on state Route 224 near South Avenue in Boardman, weather permitting.

Registration will be $2. Plaques or $15 gas cards will be awarded and 50/50 raffles prizes will be given away nightly. All proceeds benefit Hospice of the Valley.

New online reservations

Boardman Township Park is offering a new and improved online reservation system on its Web site. Residents can see available rentals, rates, rental times and payment options. The payment system will accept all major credit cards. Reservations can still be made in person at the rental office, but only payments in cash, money order or check can be accepted. Visit the Web site at www.boardmanpark.com. For information, call the park office at 330-726-8107.

Enjoy a book with the kids

Parents are invited to attend a 30-minute family story time with their children at the Boardman branch of the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County every Wednesday through July at 10 a.m.

Help Neighbors showcase your summer

Summer is fast approaching and Neighbors would love to hear about your organization’s plans for spring and summer festivals, Vacation Bible School programs, community events and sports camps and outings.

Just let us know who, what, when, where and why and we’ll get the word out for you.

Then, don’t forget to send us pictures of all the fun after the event, so we can share them with your neighbors.

S.O.A.R. to new heights with girls program Conference No. 1 for the S.O.A.R. program will take place at Mill Creek MetroPark’s Fellows Riverside Gardens July 21 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

This program targets girls ages 8 to 12. Its purpose is to energize girls’ self-esteem and become aware of all types of negative media influences and how to manage negative emotions.

S.O.A.R. stands for Shine in their Own Amazing Way.

The conference will include a combination of yoga, art, dance, hair and skin care, and a variety of other activities. The cost is $80 and includes all classes, lunch snacks, T-shirt and any art projects.

One dollar from each fee will be contributed to Fellows Riverside Garden’s Family Garden.

For information, call Mariellen at 330-509-9642.

Spring clean and donate items to Goodwill

Get an early start on spring cleaning and donate to the Youngstown Area Goodwill Industries. Items needed include clothing, housewares, small kitchen appliances, glasses, dishes and home decor.

Goodwill will take computers and computer equipment as part of the Dell Reconnect recycle program.

Donation location centers can be found in the Boardman Plaza, Hermitage Hills Plaza, Warren Plaza, Shenango Towne Center and at 2747 Belmont Ave. in Liberty.