Boardman briefs

Support the band and orchestra on Tag Day

The Boardman Band and Orchestra is sponsoring its 41st annual TAG DAY Sept. 25.

The young musicians will go door-to-door from 9 a.m. to noon throughout the community to help raise money to finance their annual band and orchestra trip. Boardman Band and Orchestra students can be recognized by their band and orchestra T-shirts.

Every year, the Boardman Spartan Marching Band is invited to march and perform representing their school and community and the Boardman High School Orchestra attends the state and national competitions.

A portion of this amount is also used to fund the purchase of their uniforms.

CiCi’s celebrates five years in the area

CiCi’s Pizza in Niles and Boardman are celebrating their fifth anniversary in the Youngstown area.

Starting Sunday, a $3.99 anniversary “All You Want” pizza buffet price will be honored at both locations until Oct. 3.

To kick off the celebration, $5,000 in pizza prizes will be given away. The first 25 people at each location Monday will be awarded a “One Free Pizza a Month” card.

The giveaway starts at 11 a.m. at CiCi’s Pizza in Niles, located at 1920 Niles-Cortland Road SE and at CiCi’s Pizza in Boardman, located at 463 Boardman-Poland Road.

Drive through and pick up dinner at local church

Western Reserve United Methodist Church, 4580 Canfield Road, Canfield, is hosting “Take Out Thursday” Oct 7. Drive through and pick up a dinner of stuffed chicken breast, mashed potatoes, green beans and a brownie.

The cost is $7. No reservations needed. Meals will be served starting at 4 p.m. and will continue until sold out.

Go back in time at the “Sock Hop”

The National Slovak Society’s Assembly 731, located in Poland, will sponsor a “Sock Hop” Oct. 3 from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Emmanuel Lutheran Church, 251 S. Broadway Ave., Salem.

People of all ages can enjoy dancing to the oldies music, the Hokey Pokey, Bunny Hop, The Twist, Hoola Hoop, and do the limbo. Refreshments will include an old-fashioned “soda fountain” with root beer floats, milk shakes, ice cream cones, popcorn and hot dogs.

Everyone is invited to dress up in the “oldies” outfits, poodle skirts, jeans and T-shirt.

The cost is $4 for nonmember adults and $2 for nonmember children. Members are admitted free.

Tryouts for wonderland

The Youngstown Playhouse Youth Theatre will host auditions for the upcoming production of “Alice in Wonderland,” Sept. 27 and 28 at 4:30 p.m.

Directors Candace DiLullo and John Pecano are looking for boys and girls ages 8 and up and adults of all ages.

Those auditioning are asked to come with a “funny character/cartoon” voice, a wallet-sized photo and prepared to read from the script.

Rehearsals will take place from 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Public performances of “Alice in Wonderland” will be Dec. 3 at 7:30 p.m. and Dec. 4 at 2:30 p.m.

Some daytime performances will be scheduled during the week of Nov. 29.

For information, call the Playhouse at 330-788-8739.

Hayride sponsored by Slovak society Oct. 15

The National Slovak Society’s Assembly 731 is sponsoring its annual “Halloween Hayride” Oct. 15 at Countryside Farm in Poland. The cost is $8 per person and members get in free. Contact Laurie Fox at 330-536-8850 for information.

Try out for the Rocky Horror Show

The Rust Belt Theater Company will hold auditions for The Rocky Horror Show on Sunday and Monday in the chapel at the Calvin Center from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Most of last year’s cast is returning, but the production still needs ensemble members and newcomers are welcome. Auditioners should be prepared to move and sing something from the show. CD accompaniment will be provided.

For questions, or for people who would like to audition but cannot make either date, e-mail the director at robertjoki@aol.com. Auditions are also available by appointment.

The Rust Belt Theater Company is located in the Calvin Center at 755 Mahoning Ave., just outside of downtown Youngstown.

Fish in Meander Oct. 9

Meander Water is opening the reservoir for a public fishing day Oct. 9 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. for the first 1,000 people who send in a reservation form. Children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult. The first 20 reservations who are interested, will receive a guided boat tour of the reservoir. No fishing will be permitted on the tour. Guided tours of the water plant will also be available.

All reservations will be numbered as they are received. The first 1,000 will be notified two weeks prior to the event. For security reasons, you must list the names of all attending and proper identification will be requires on Oct. 9.

To register, send the names, addresses and contact information and best contact time for all visitors and the number of participants who are interested in the fishing, plant and boat tour to, Meander Water, Attn: Ms. Brenda Duffett, P.O. Box 4119, Youngstown, OH 44515.

MCCTC starts alumni organization

The Mahoning County Career and Technical Center is looking for graduates of the Career Center interested in starting an alumni association.

Spearheaded by Career and Technical Supervisor Tom Kempe, the organization is hoping to attract many of the school’s former students to kick start an organizing effort.

A registration form is available at mahoningctc.com and clicking on the Alumni Association registration form link. All forms should be mailed to Mahoning County Career and Technical Center, Attn: Tom Kempe, at 7300 North Palmyra Road in Canfield.

For information, contact the career center at 330-729-4000.

Chinese auction at Saxon Club Ballroom

The Saxon Ladies Society Branch 22 of Youngstown is hosting a Chinese auction Sunday from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Saxon Club Ballroom, 710 South Meridian Road in Youngstown.

All profits of this event will be donated to the Ladies Branch 22 scholarship fund, mostly for YSU applicants.

Admission is $4 per person and includes one free ticket for the auction along with a hot dog, potato chips and a soft drink or coffee.

Boardman Class of 1975 reunion is Nov. 26

Boardman High School is hosting the 35th high school reunion for the class of 1975 Nov. 26 at the Embassy, 5030 Youngstown Poland Road, Youngstown.

All interested participants should contact Diane Laskovics at 330-726-0022, Gus Giannios at 330-360-9550 or Fred Davis at ahdjr5@aol.com.

Federation fundraiser benefits scholarships

Youngstown Area Federation of Women’s Clubs Inc., affiliated with the Ohio and General Federation of Women’s Clubs Inc., will host its annual luncheon and fashion show Oct. 20 at the Holiday Inn in Boardman.

The event is a fundraiser for scholarships. Festivities begin at 11:30 a.m. Tickets are $30 and may be purchased by calling Yvonne Ford at 330-755-6828 or Linda Crish at 330-757-7990.

Buy a silver lining ticket

That Quilt Group I Belong To is selling tickets to its annual charity quilt fundraising benefit for The Silver Lining Cancer Fund.

Tickets can be purchased for $1 each and $5 for six by calling Carol Svetlak at 330-788-5122. The winning ticket will be drawn at the group’s Christmas dinner Dec. 13.

The quilt can be viewed at the group’s Shop Owners Night 6 p.m. Tuesday at the Western Reserve Methodist Church, 4580 Canfield Road. Admission is $2. Door prizes, 50/50 drawing and free refreshments will be available.

Shop for treasures

Boardman United Methodist Church will host its Fall Trash and Treasure Sale Oct. 6 and Oct. 7 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at its 6809 Market St. location. Coffee and doughnuts will be available. Oct. 7 will be Bargain Bag Day.

Help raise prostate cancer awareness

A prostate cancer awareness program will be from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Sept. 29 at the Maronite Center, 1555 S. Meridian Road, Youngstown.

The program will feature speakers from Partners for Urology Health, a new center in Austintown providing world-class care to men diagnosed with prostate cancer.

The program is free and open to the public with dinner provided.

Registration is required by calling the Humility of Mary Health Line at 330-480-3151 or 877-700-4647.

Guess and win in September

Children of all ages can guess the items in the jar at the Boardman branch of the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County and win a prize during library hours in September.

Top readers honored during NASA program

Children of all ages can sign up to learn NASA history and launch a paper rocket at the Boardman branch of the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County Monday at 7 p.m. The program will be held indoors if raining and an adult must accompany all children. Top readers from the Summer Reading program will be honored. Refreshments will be served.

Mystery lovers wanted

Don’t pass up the opportunity to join fellow mystery lovers at the CSI: Y’town programs sponsored by the Friends of the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County Sept. 28 at 6:30 p.m. at the Boardman library.

The group is open to all area readers, writers and fans of murder mysteries, cozies, whodunits, detective fiction, historical mysteries, psychological thrillers, suspense fiction, police procedurals, supernatural thrillers, crime capers or other mystery genres.

For information, contact Development Office at 330-744-8636, ext. 51630.

Start Friday with a walk through the gardens

Enjoy a brisk walk through the Fellows Riverside Gardens, followed by a light breakfast at the Garden Cafe and lesson about the Cannabis family Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 10 a.m.

The cost is $7 for Garden members and $9 for nonmembers.

To register, call Riverside gardens at 330-740-7116.

Take a guided tour of Fellows Riverside Gardens

Take a leisurely walk in Fellows Riverside Gardens Sept. 26 from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. and admire the autumn displays. A guide will point out highlights while sharing anecdotes and history. Sign in at the information desk on the afternoon of the tour.

Preschoolers stroll at the pond and look for turtles

Preschoolers ages 3-5 are invited to an outdoor turtle-time story and stroll Friday and Sept. 25 at the Lily Pond. The youngsters will observe, count and learn about turtles that live there. The cost for the event is $2 for residents and $3 for nonresidents and will be held rain or shine. Adults must accompany children. Preregister at the Ford Nature Center.

Women’s program focused on humor and laughter

“Humor and Laughter: Just for the Health of It” is the title of two Women In Touch programs sponsored by Humility of Mary Health Partners.

The programs will be held from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Mr. Anthony’s, 7440 South Ave. in Boardman Oct. 7 and at Leo’s Ristorante, 7042 East Market St. in Howland Oct. 13.

This program will address the benefits of humor and laughter in decreasing stress, relaxing muscles, relieving pain, improving the immune system, stimulating positive thinking and inspiring creativity.

The cost of $18 per person includes dinner.

Continuing education credits are available for nursing, social work and dietitian/technicians.

For information or to register, call the Humility of Mary Health Line at 330-480-3151 or 877-700-4647.

Registration deadline is one week prior to program date.

Skunk tales for toddlers

Two-year-old children can learn about skunks through storytelling, hands-on activities and exploration during Tales for Twos at the Ford Nature Center Sept. 30 at 10 a.m., 10:45 a.m. or 11:30 a.m. An adult must accompany children. The event is free, but call Ford Nature Center at 330-740-7107 to register.

Have fun and watch the sun set at the farm

Bring the entire family to MetroParks Farm today from 5-8 p.m. for a fall celebration. Ride a hay wagon pulled by draft horses, visit with farm animals, explore the AgVenture barn, get lost in a giant corn maze, sample cider and homemade apple butter and roast marshmallows over a campfire. Young children can search for toys in a haystack. Older children can compete in a sack race and adults can try an egg toss. Bring a lawn chair and enjoy the sunset while folk singer John Mosey performs.

Join the farmer and the chef for fresh food

Local farmers will be paired with local chefs to create dishes from fresh, locally-grown vegetables, fruits and meats Sept. 26 from 6 to 9 p.m. at MetroParks Farm. The cost for the event is $50 and will go to benefit Mill Creek MetroParks’ agricultural education programs for children. To make a reservation, call 330-702-3000.

Walk and watch birds

Ohio Certified Volunteer Nancy Brundage will lead 1-mile easy rated walks today at Newport Wetlands and Sept. 25 at McGuffey Wildlife Preserve. The walks begin at 8 a.m.

Revisit Calvary Run

See how Calvary Run has progressed during a 1-mile difficult hike Sept. 26 at 2 p.m. Wear shoes that can get wet and muddy and meet at the parking lot on Calvary Run Drive near the Lake Glacier Boathouse.

Walk for health and wellness in September

Experience the many benefits of walking Tuesdays at 6 p.m. and Wednesdays at 9 a.m.

Hikers will meet Tuesday at MetroParks Bikeway Trailhead at Mahoning Avenue for an easy rates 4-mile walk and Sept. 29 at the Ford Nature Center for a moderately difficult 3-mile walk,

Travel with friends to Ohio gardens Wednesday

Join the Friends of Fellows Riverside Gardens Wednesday for a fall garden bus tour to central Ohio. Highlights will include Secrest Arboretum, Ohio Agriculture R&D Center in Wooster, the private Schnomeier Gardens, Kingwood Center in Mansfield and a unique nursery. The cost is $85 and $75 for garden members and includes transportation, admissions, guided tours, lunch and dinner. To reserve a seat, call Fellows Riverside Gardens.