Canfield briefs

Rotary to host ‘Lighting of the Green’

Santa will arrive during Canfield’s annual “Lighting of the Green” ceremony Nov. 27 at 6:30 p.m.

The evening’s festivities will include caroling, a live nativity, roasted chestnuts, hot chocolate, refreshments and more.

This traditional event brings families and neighbors together and marks the beginning of the Christmas season. Canfield Rotary hosts the “Lighting of the Green” celebration in conjunction with the generosity of many local merchants.

Canfield resident is Philosophy member

Valentina Gheorghe of 37501 Lynn Road, Canfield, is a member of the Philosophy Club at Ashland University. She is the daughter of Constantin and Rodica Gheorghe and is majoring in integrated language arts.

The Philosophy Club at Ashland University provides students with the opportunity to discuss various philosophical concepts and ideas. It is an open forum in which members can examine their current belief systems and evaluate them with those of their peers.

Guest speakers also are invited at various points during the year to lecture on current affairs, such as political ethics and religious issues.

Youngstown Connection to perform at brunch

Canfield Presbyterian Church, 140 W. Main St., will host a Christmas brunch Dec. 4 at 10 a.m. in the fellowship hall. Entertainment will be provided by Youngstown Connection.

Tickets are available at the church office for $10. Deadline to purchase tickets is Nov. 28. Call 330-533-5509 for information.

Become a resident representative

Canfield Township Trustees will accept resumes from township residents interested in serving as the Township’s resident representative to the Cardinal Joint Fire District Board. The board oversees the operations, finances and policies of the Cardinal Joint Fire District.

Resumes should be sent or dropped off at the Township Hall, 21 S. Broad St., Canfield, OH 44406 and received no later than Friday.

The fire board meets the fourth Monday of each month at 5:30 p.m. at Canfield City Council Chambers located on the first floor of the City’s Administration Building, 104 Lisbon St. Canfield.

The five-member board is comprised of a member of Canfield City Council, a Canfield Township Trustee, a city and a township resident and an at-large member who is selected by the other four members and lives in Canfield.

Enjoy yoga every Tuesday

Get a rigorous workout and experience peace in the hectic world doing ashtanga yoga with Kirk every Tuesday from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at the Unity Centre for Spiritual Living, 1226 Naylor-Lloyd Road in Liberty.

The class is not for beginners; intermediate to advanced yoga practitioners only. For information, call 330-539-0122 or visit www.unitycentre.org.

Seminar on chronic pain free to the public

Chronic pain management specialists Tracy L. Neuendorf and Kate W. Paylo will be the featured guest speakers at the Chronic Pain Seminar at the Holiday Inn in Boardman Tuesday at 6 p.m.

Registration begins at 5:45 p.m.

The event will include a complimentary light dinner and audience members will have an opportunity to participate in a question-and-answer session with the pain management specialists following the physician presentations.

The seminar is free, but reservations are required. Call 866-690-2003 for registration information.

Yoga for a cure

Humility Health of Mary Partners will host Yoga for a Cure Nov. 20 from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Woodlands, 1525 E. Western Reserve Road in Poland.

Yogis and Yoginnis from around town will hold classes at all levels and a yoga-thon will raise money for the new Comprehensive Breast Care Center being constructed at St. Elizabeth’s downtown,

There will be vendors in jewelry and accessories and living food demonstrations will be presented by Master Chef Na Young.

The cost for yoga classes will be $15 for one or two for $25.

For information, call Madelon Sabine at 330-757-1776.

Treez Please hosts fundraiser

Treez Please is hosting a fundraiser today from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. at First Unitarian Chruch, 1105 Elm St.

There will be no cover charge. The event will feature food, entertainment and presentations by interns. Silent and Chinese auctions will be available.

All proceeds go to fund next year’s internship program.

For information or to donate a Chinese or silent auction item, call Susie Beiersdorfer at 330-881-1050.

At 4 p.m., there will be a city tree planting across the street at Wick Park.

Annual craft show today

Austintown Middle School will host its 27th annual craft show today from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Shoppers will have more than 200 vendors to choose from, as well as Chinese auctions, food and more.

Admission is free. For information on renting space, call 330-270-0049 or e-mail frankdeb1@aol.com.

Benefit for John Lynn at the Calvin Center

Jam for John, a benefit for John Lynn, is schedule today from 3 p.m. to 11 p.m. at the Calvin Center, 755 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown.

Lynn suffers from an aggressive form of brain cancer and funds raised at the benefit will assist with medical bills his insurance does not cover.

Cost is $10 per person. A spaghetti dinner is included in the cost and there will be chicken on a spit for sale, an eight-ball tournament, corn hole, a Chinese auction and a 50/50 raffle.

The event includes live music from Rainbow Tribe, The Youngstonians, The Blue Rays and Cadenza.

Conservation meeting planned Monday

Individuals interested in providing input about natural resource concerns in Columbiana or Mahoning County are invited to attend a meeting of the Columbiana and Mahoning County Workgroup Monday at 9 p.m. at the Columbiana SWCD office, 1834-B South Lincoln Ave. in Salem.

The Columbiana and Mahoning County Workgroup meets at least once a year to determine the local priority natural resource concerns in Columbiana and Mahoning counties. Conservation program funding from USDA Farm Bill programs in Columbiana and Mahoning counties is directed using a combination of national, state and local natural resource priorities.

Individuals who need special accommodations to attend this meeting can call Chris Coulon at 614-917-3172 to make arrangements.

Angels for Animals hosts decoration show

Angels for Animals, 4750 state Route 165 in Canfield, will host its seventh annual Antiques and Holiday Decoration Show Dec. 3-5.

Admission is $5 for the Dec. 3 preview from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. and free for the Dec. 4, 10 am. to 3 p.m. and Dec. 5, noon to 4 p.m. shows.

A large variety of collectibles, antiques and jewelry will be available. All proceeds benefit the animal shelter and its low-cost spay and neuter programs.

To donate items for the sale or for more information, call Diane at 330-502-5352.

Join book club at library

Women’s Book Discussion group, Friends of the Canfield Library, is a book discussion open to women with an interest in reading and discussing books they’ve read.

It’s open to the public. The group meets the third Tuesday of the month. The next meeting is scheduled Tuesday from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

For information, contact Deborah Liptak at the Development Office at 330-744-8636, extension 51630.

Join book club at library

Women’s Book Discussion group, Friends of the Canfield Library, is a book discussion open to women with an interest in reading and discussing books they’ve read.

It’s open to the public. The group meets the third Tuesday of the month. The next meeting is scheduled Tuesday from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

For information, contact Deborah Liptak at the Development Office at 330-744-8636, extension 51630.

Every clich has its day

The Canfield branch of the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County is celebrating “National Clich Day” Wednesday during regular library hours.

If you are ready to “take matters into your own hands” with “every clich in the book.” you could win a prize.

This cliche quiz is for teens in grades seven through 12.

Holiday hope for children

Children and teens 6 to 14 can learn practical ideas regarding what they feel and what holidays mean to them when a loved one has died Dec. 4 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Zion Lutheran Church, 3300 Canfield Road.

Participants will create an ornament in memory of their loved one, share their stories, decorate cookies and sing Christmas carols. The event is sponsored by Higgins-Reardon Funeral Homes.

To make a reservation, call 330-792-2353. Reservations must be made by Dec. 1.

Canfield library offers Tales to Tails

Sign up to read to a registered therapy dog at the Canfield branch of the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County Monday at 6:30 p.m.

This event helps develop reading skills, promotes confidence and encourages a love of reading. Readers of all levels and abilities kindergarten though sixth grade are welcome.

Bring a book of your choice. Dogs are provided by K-9s for Compassion, registered Delta Society therapy dogs.

Sign-up is required. Call 330-744-8636 and ask for the Canfield library.

Join bridge club

The Canfield Friendship Bridge Club is seeking new members. They meet the first Friday of each month at A La Cart and play bridge for three hours. If you are interested, call 330-533-4594 or 330-533-4376.

Band rehearsals open to the community

Musicians from the Valley are welcome to attend rehearsals with the Canfield Community Concert Band. The band meets every Tuesday evening at Canfield High School.

For information, contact Leann Rich at 330-503-4113.

Do you know your Thanksgiving trivia?

The Canfield branch of the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County is offering children of all ages a chance to participate in odd Thanksgiving trivia throughout the month of November during regular library hours.

Tales and talk for 2s and 3s at the library

Join the Canfield branch of the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County Tuesdays in November at 10 a.m. for developmentally appropriate books, songs, rhymes, finger plays and other activities that will help children ages 2 through 3 become successful readers.

This program is also available for babies six to 23 months old Monday at 10 a.m.

Farm life at Weller Gallery

Weller Gallery in Fellows Riverside Gardens will host “Farm Life: A Century of Change for Farm Families and Their Families” through Nov. 28.

The exhibit was funded be NEH on the Road and highlights the social and cultural issues brought by decades of change that touch members of farming communities.

Learn about birds Nov. 23

The Audubon Society is inviting the public to “Birds of the Past, Present and Future” at MetroParks Farm, state Route 46 in Canfield Nov. 23 at 7 p.m.

Jeff Harvey, president of the Audubon Society Mahoning Valley will discuss bird species that are extinct and why, plus what present-day birds may be at risk.

For information, call 888-846-8851.

Take the best drive in the park

Original drawings, vintage photos and equipment of Mill Creek Golf Course will be on display in the Melnik Museum at Fellows Riverside Gardens through December.

Libraries closed for Thanksgiving holiday

All public libraries in Mahoning County will be closed Nov. 25 for the Thanksgiving holiday.

Old-fashioned Christmas at the Mill

Mill Creek MetroParks Lanterman’s Mill will be decked out in holiday finery for the Old-fashioned Christmas at the Mill event Nov. 27 and 28 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Taste chestnuts roasted over an open fire, give Santa your wish list, purchase unique gifts, watch artisans demonstrate crafts like weaving, pottery, blacksmithing and wood carving, and be entertained by a juggler, a balloon artist, and many musicians.

If you wish to share the holiday spirit with others, bring a hat, scarf, or pair of mittens to decorate a “Giving Tree.” Donated items will be given to children in need from Mahoning County this winter.

Hike for the health of it

Mill Creek MetroParks is offering a variety of interpretive hikes, slow-paced with stops to enjoy information about the hike’s topic, today at 9 a.m.

Meet at Newport Wetlands.

Let’s talk turkey at Ford Nature Center

Unrestricted hunting and habitat destruction eliminated turkeys from Ohio early in the 20th century.

As you may have noticed, they’ve made an impressive comeback and Mill Creek MetroParks if offering a chance to see those turkeys close up.

After an indoor presentation featuring photos taken this year, search for the Mill Creek Park flock. Meet at the Ford Nature Center Nov. 21 at 2 p.m.

Christmas at the Mill hike

Join Bill Whitehouse for a leisurely and informative walk to Mill Creek MetroParks Lanterman’s Mill and back Nov. 28 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Meet at the Scholl Recreation Area.

Learn about historic Mahoning County farms

Learn about historic times when several properties within Mill Creek MetroParks were working farms. During this program special Sunday from 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m., recognition will be given to Mahoning County century farm families. Call Fellows Riverside Gardens at 330-740-7116 to register for this free program funded through the National Endowment for the Humanities.

Breakfast botany: Taxus family

Start your morning with a brisk walk through Fellows Riverside Gardens Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 10 a.m.

Return to the Garden Caf to enjoy a light breakfast and learn about plants in the Taxus family.

The cost is $7 for residents and $9 for nonresidents. Call Fellows Riverside Gardens at 330-740-7116 to register.

Thanksgiving cornucopia

Highlight your Thanksgiving table with a cornucopia overflowing with mums, carnations, wheat, cattails, and mini pumpkins you created at Fellows Riverside Gardens.

Marie Borocz will help you create this traditional holiday centerpiece Nov. 23 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

The cost is $28 for residents and $35 for nonresidents. Call Fellows Riverside Gardens at 330-740-7116 to register.

Do yoga in the Gardens

Participate in yoga classes at Fellows Riverside Garden Tuesdays and Thursdays in November. Tuesday classes for beginners begin at 9:30 a.m. and go until 11 a.m. Tuesday’s intermediate classes being at 5:30 p.m. and go until 7 p.m. Thursday’s classes, 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m., are for all levels.

Instructor Heidi Suraci welcomes students at all levels. Bring a mat and small blanket. The cost is $10 per class.

Call Fellows Riverside Gardens at 330-740-7116 for information.

T’ai Chi in the Gardens

Ease stress, improve health and increase vitality with T’ai Chi classes at Fellows Riverside Gardens Wednesdays in November from noon to 1 p.m.

Join Marie Lew in warm-ups, breathing exercises and selected movements from a classic Chen T’ai Chi form. The cost is $10 per class. Call Fellows Riverside Gardens at 330-740-7116 for information.

Learn how to make apple sauce in the garden

Fellows Riverside Gardens is offering children ages 3 through 5, with their adult companions, a chance to make applesauce to take home today from 11 a.m. to noon. Taste testing and an apple story are part of the fun.

The cost is $6 for residents and $8 for nonresidents. Call Fellows Riverside Gardens at 330-740-7116 to register.

Pumpkin planter at the park

Children ages 6 and up will turn a pumpkin into a turkey container and plant a chrysanthemum to take home at Fellows Riverside Gardens today from 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m.

The cost is $10 for residents and $14 for nonresidents. Call Fellows Riverside Gardens at 330-740-7116 to register.

Preschool nature hour: Time to sleep

Mill Creek’s Ford Nature Center is letting children 3 through 5 know why some woodland creatures are getting ready to curl up and sleep throughout the winter Friday and Nov. 20.

Friday’s day is 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and Saturday’s starts at 10 a.m. Activities include a short hike to look for winter dens. An adult must accompany each child.

The cost is $2 for residents and $3 nonresidents. Preregister by calling Ford Nature Center at 330-740-7107.

Join a loose knit group

Enjoy the view from the Antonucci Library as you help to “Warm Up America,” with other crafters making afghans and other projects to donate locally Friday from 10 a.m. to noon at Fellows Riverside Gardens.

All helping hands are welcome, both experienced and anyone wanting to learn to knit or crochet. Donations of yarn and needles are appreciated at any time.

Call Fellows Riverside Gardens at 330-740-7116 for information.

Audubon Society studies birds

Jeff Harvey, president of Audubon Society/Mahoning Valley, presents “Birds of the Past, Present, and Future” Nov. 23 at 7 p.m. at Mill Creek MetroParks Farm.

He will discuss the reasons behind the extinction of some species of birds, the lessons we’ve learned, which present-day birds species are increasing and decreasing, and what the future might hold.

Social time begins at 6:30 p.m. and the program begins at 7 p.m. Public is welcome. For information, call 888-846.8851.