Canfield briefs

Drive thru chicken dinner

Western Reserve United Methodist Church, 4580 Canfield Road, Canfield, will have a drive thru chicken dinner on Sept. 1 from 4 p.m. till food is sold out. Stuffed chicken breast with gravy, mashed potatoes, green beans and brownies can be purchased for $7.

St. Michael’s hosts fall kickoff event

The St. Michael’s Youth Collaborative is hosting its second annual Fall Kickoff for students entering fifth through 12th grades tomorrow from 6 to 9 p.m.

The event, at at St. Michael’s Family Life Center, 340 North Broad St., Canfield. will feature DJ, “Scotty2Hott,” a cookout, cool prizes and recreational and interactive games.

Pancake breakfast helps animal rescue organizations

TNR of Warren and For the Dogs Animal Rescue will sponsor a pancake breakfast on Sept. 17 from 8 to 11 a.m. at Packard Park Indoor Shelter House, 1703 Mahoning Ave. in Warren.

Cost is $7 per person for all-you-can-eat-pancakes served with sausage, milk, orange juice and coffee.

Tickets are available in advance or at the door. In addition to the breakfast, tickets will be available for a 50/50 raffle and Chinese auction.

Both groups are nonprofit, volunteer-based and rely solely on donations and fundraisers. All proceeds from the event will continue to help TNR of Warren and for the Dogs save the dogs and cats of Trumbull and Mahoning counties.

For more information, call 330-330-8166, visit www.tnrofwarren.org or www.ForTheDogs.Petfinder.com or follow them on Facebook.

Library calls all travelers

The Canfield branch of Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County will host “Calling All Travelers” on Sept. 20 at 6:30 p.m. The whole family is invited to celebrate and honor Canfield’s Top Summer Readers with world stories, trivia and refreshments.

Win tickets to Disney show

Enter a contest to win four vouchers for the Oct. 28 performance of “Phineas and Ferb: The Best Live Tour Ever.”

To enter, visit any branch of the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County, fill out an entry form and write a paragraph explaining why you like Phineas and Ferb.

The contest runs Sept. 14- Oct. 14. Drawings will take place Oct. 15 at each branch. The library will notify winners.

Library helps babies bond with books

The Canfield branch of Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County will host “Baby Brilliant: Bonding with Babies and Books” for children ages 6-23 months Sept. 12 at 10 a.m.

This program includes developmentally-appropriate books, songs, rhymes, finger plays and other activities that will help children become successful readers. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Library helps toddlers learn rhythm and motion

The Canfield branch of Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County will host “Baby Brilliant: Rhythm and Motion” for 2 and 3-year-olds on Sept. 21 at 10 a.m.

The program includes a variety of music, dance, song and special activities including the use of props, musical instruments and imagination guaranteed to appeal to the young and restless. Child must be accompanied by an adult.

Library helps toddlers become succesful readers

The Canfield branch of Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County will host “Baby Brilliant: Tales and Talk” for 2 and 3-year-olds on Sept. 7, 14 and 28 at 10 a.m.

The program includes developmentally- appropriate books, songs, rhymes, finger plays and other activities that will help toddlers become successful readers. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Performing Arts Center relocates to Canfield

The Performing Arts Center is relocating to Canfield. PAC, a competitive studio turning out numerous professional dancers, teachers and choreographers, is moving to its new location at 4478 Boardman-Canfield Rd. Suite C.

The center is going on 28 years of teaching the most innovative, up-to-date styles of dance. They also offer the instruction in voice and piano.

The fall session will begin Monday. For more information, call 330-286-3117 or visit www.theperformingartscenter.net or on Facebook.

Library hosts Fun Times

The Canfield branch of Public Library of Youngstown & Mahoning County will host “Fun Times” for children 4 and 5 on Sept.6, 13, 20 and 27 at 1:30 p.m. The program will include developmentally-appropriate books, songs, rhymes, finger plays and other activities that will help children become successful readers. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

‘Tales to Tails’ at the library

The Canfield branch of the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County encourages school-age children to sign up to read to a registered therapy dog on Sept. 19 at 6:30 p.m.

Readers of all levels and abilities are welcome to bring a book of their choice. Dogs are provided by K-9 for Compassion, registered Delta society therapy dogs. Sign-up is required. Call 330-744-8636 and ask for the Canfield library.

Grocery stores help Wounded Warriors

Three local Nemenz IGA’s will participate in a national cause marketing initiative to raise money for Wounded Warrior Project.

Locations include 2980 McCartney Road, Youngstown; 8 N. Broad St., Canfield; and 655 Creed St., Struthers.

During this national promotion, through Sept. 5, IGA will donate 10 cents from the sale of every specially-marked case of IGA brand water to Wounded Warrior Project, an organization whose mission is to honor and empower wounded soldiers.

Canfield native magna cum laude at John Carroll

Amanda Hardy, Canfield Class of 2007, graduated from John Carroll University, magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Science in Biology. She will pursue her master’s in Anesthesia at Case Western Reserve University.

She is the daughter of David and Traci Hardy.

Get your lucky suit cleaned for free

Youngstown-based LaFrance Cleaners is introducing a program that will help unemployed individuals in the Mahoning Valley make a good first impression at their next job interview. The program called ‘Fresh Start’ allows area residents to have clothing they will wear when seeking employment dry-cleaned for free.

“Any businessperson will tell you that an applicant’s appearance is important when making a hiring decision,” said LaFrance president Stephen Weiss. “These days people need every possible advantage in order to land a job.”

The ‘Fresh Start’ program will run through the end of August. Individuals who wish to participate must bring in proof of unemployment and identification. The free service is limited to one outfit per participant and includes a shirt or blouse, slacks, dress or a skirt and suit coat or blazer.

LaFrance Cleaners has locations in Boardman, Canfield, Poland, Liberty and Youngstown, as well as free pick-up and delivery service to homes and offices throughout the Mahoning Valley.

Library contest set for September

The library is holding a Guess ‘N’ Go — Do You Know? contest for children of all ages during library hours the whole month of September. Guess how many school items are in the jar and you may win a prize.

Garden club hosts horticultural show

The Men’s Garden Club of Youngstown will host its 47th annual horticultural show today and tomorrow at Fellows Riverside Gardens. This show is free and open to the public.

Entries may be submitted by young and old alike today from 7 to 10:30 a.m. Awards will be presented tomorrow at 4 p.m. Flowers and/or veggies may be entered. A special cash prize will be awarded for the heaviest tomato.

Visit www.MGCY.org or call Rodney Toth at 330-759-1993 for details.

Become a TOPS member

TOPS Chapter No. 1805 is welcoming new members who want to lose weight or maintain their current weight. The group meets at Canfield Christian Church on Wednesdays from 7:30 a.m. to 9 a.m. For information, call Judy at 330-533-2464.

Church to host outdoor movie nights

Canfield Christian Church is hosting a series of movie nights throughout the next several months.

The scheduled movies and dates are: “Secretariat” (Sept. 16), “The Secrets of Jonathan Sperry” (Oct. 21).

The movies will be shown outside and start at dusk. Social hour with games starts an hour before. There will be free popcorn and drinks, but guests must provide their own blankets and lawn chairs. For information, call the church at 330-533-2246.

New business offers relationship coaching

XOXO Services is opening an office in Canfield. The company offers relationship coaching, matchmaking and emotional freedom therapy, which helps release emotional blockages preventing individuals from living their best lives.

Emotional Freedom Therapy is a drug-free and pain-free technique that helps ease anxiety and releases stress and energy blockage. The approach allows clients to reach their romantic life potential.

XOXO is run by a certified life/career coach and image consultant.

For information about XOXO’s services such as relationship coaching, match making and emotional freedom therapy, call Stephanie at 330-519-3542 or visit www.XOXOmatchmaking.com.

Enjoy classic rock, join in the club

Classic Rock Social Club is calling all classic rock fans to join them. There are no member fees, just e-mail John Paul jpjam@crsclub.com or call 330-792-8146.

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.

Grieve with friends

Honor and remember children who have passed away at Bereaved Parent of the USA-Mahoning County Chapter’s monthly meetings the third Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at Park Vista of Youngstown, 1216 Fifth Ave.

For information, call Diane Hunter-Copeland at 330-770-2686.

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.

Have family garden fun

Visit the Family Garden on fair weather Tuesdays, Fridays and Sundays to dig, plant, water or read a book. The Friendly Garden Greeter at the Discovery Cart will tell about plants and will offer many free hands-on activities.

For information, call the gardens at 330-740-7116.

Family tours are back at the farm

Every Thursday at 10 a.m. throughout summer families can join MetroParks Farm for a 60-70 minute guided tractor-wagon tour of the facility.

The playroom will be open. Bring a picnic lunch to enjoy after the tour. Reservations are suggested. For information, call the farm at 330-533-7572.