Saturday, February 19, 2011
Soccer team sponsors spaghetti dinner
The Ursuline High School boys soccer team is hosting a spaghetti dinner and Chinese auction March 20 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel, 343 Via Mt. Carmel in Youngstown.
Tickets are $8 and available at the door. The auction will begin at 4:15 p.m.
Enjoy pork and kraut at the Saxon
The Saxon Club will host its 50th Pork-Kraut Dinner Sunday from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
The cost for the dinner is $8.50 for adults and $5 for children and includes dessert and coffee, tea or pop. Take-outs will be available.
Support recovery from addiction
All are welcome to support recovery from addiction at Neil Kennedy Recovery Clinic’s eighth annual Fellowship Brunch from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. March 13 at Avion on the Water Banquet Center, 2177 W. Western Reserve Road in Canfield.
Abraham J. Twerski, founder and medical director emeritus of Gateway Rehab, NKRC’s parent organization, will be the featured speaker for the event. An internationally-recognized authority in the addiction treatment field, Twerski will discuss integrating the processes vital to sustaining recovery from drug or alcohol addiction including 12-step programs, treatment options, personal challenges and family dynamics.
The cost to attend the event is $15 per person and includes a breakfast buffet.
Book sales and autographs by Twerski will follow the presentation. Advance reservations are required with a deadline of March 7.
For more information and to make a reservation, call 330-744-1181, ext. 7001 or e-mail mona.barger@gatewayrehab.org.
Guess and win
The Canfield branch of the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County is offering a prize for the participant who guesses the closest number of items in a jar throughout the month of March.
History is our strength
Throughout the month of March the Canfield branch of the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County is offering a prize to individuals who correctly complete a quiz about women and their important achievements.
March is Women’s History Month and teenagers in grades seven through 12 are encouraged to participate.
Ursuline graduate to present in New York
Angeline Rich of Canfield will present her research “Sport motivation: Do competitive levels influence motivation levels in athletes?” at the National Conference on Undergraduate Research March 31-April 2 at Ithaca College in New York.
Rich is a senior psychology major at Xavier University in Cincinnati. The work of 40 Xavier students was selected to be presented. Students are able to view other exemplary research and gain experience presenting their work. She is a 2007 graduate of Ursuline High School.
Tales to Tails at library
Sign up and read to a registered therapy dog at the Canfield branch of the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County March 21 at 6:30 p.m.
This program helps school-aged children develop reading skills, promote confidence and encourages a love of reading.
Call 330-744-8636 for information.
What do you think a leprechaun looks like?
The Canfield branch of the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County is offering students the chance to share their pictures of leprechauns throughout the month of March.
Children of all ages can draw their best interpretation of a leprechaun and ask the librarian to hang the design in the window.
Bonding with babies and books at the library
Join the Canfield branch of the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County March 14 at 10 a.m. for Baby Brilliant: Bonding with babies and books.
The program for children 6 to 23 months old offers developmentally-appropriate book, songs, rhymes and finger plays.
This program is also available for 2 and 3-year-olds March 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29 at 10 a.m.
The program for 4 and 5-year-olds is scheduled for March 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29 at 1:30 p.m.
Recycle curbside in Canfield
Canfield residents are encouraged to set out their recyclable material the week Feb. 27. Curbside service is every other week.
Residents can use curbside bins or an old laundry basket, cardboard box or container that is uncovered. Canfield drop-off sites are available for more than three bins or recyclables.
Curbside pick-up and bins are free to curbside community residents living in single family homes. Materials to recycle are: Plastics numbers 1-7, glass jars and bottles, all food and beverage cans, magazines, shredded paper, phone books, junk mail and catalogs and plastic bags.
Cardboard can be disposed of at a drop-off site. Styrofoam products will not be accepted.
Eighth-grade orientation scheduled
Canfield High School’s “Eighth Grade Information and Orientation Session” will be Thursday at 7 p.m. in the Canfield High School auditorium.
The evening will include tours, demonstrations, question-and-answer sessions, information on the registration process, assistance with course selection and discussions addressing National Honor Society, class rank and graduation requirements.
Play the Audubon Game Show Tuesday
Audubon Society Mahoning Valley is hosting the Audubon Game Show Tuesday at 7 p.m. at Mill Creek MetroParks Farm, state Route 46 in Canfield.
Audience members can compete to identify various natural wonders by sight and sound. Everyone will have a chance to win prizes.
For information, call 888-846-8851.
Eat dinner and help the team
Canfield High School baseball will host a fundraiser dinner Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at St. Michael’s Family Life Center.
The cost for the dinner is $10 for adults, $5 for children ages 5-10 and free for children 4 and under (dine in only).
The menu will include chicken, pasta, meatballs, potatoes, green beans, salad, bread, dessert and beverage.
A Chinese auction and 50/50 raffle will be available.
Walk in or take out available.
Find Girls Scout cookies with GPS
Get a free cookie locator application to find Girl Scout cookies sales by zip code, city, state or cell phone GPS location by calling **472665437 from a mobile phone.
Consumers may also connect to a troop selling cookies by contacting the Girl Scouts of North East Ohio, Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 888-984-4664.
Bowl for Relay for Life
Poland’s Relay for Life is hosting a fundraiser today at Mahoning Valley Lanes in Austintown from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
The cost is $10 and includes three hours of unlimited bowling and shoes.
To get a ticket or for information, contact event organizer Sharon Mochtyak at smochtyak@gmail.com.
See familiar faces at the Arms Museum
The Arms Family Museum is featuring a new exhibit titled “Familiar Faces: Memorable Media Personalities” through mid-March. The exhibit features a collection of photographs from WKBN television and radio and WFMJ. Names included in the exhibit include Susie Sidesaddle, Ed Barron, Ted Niemi, Bob Black and Don Guthrie.
The museum is open Tuesday through Sunday from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is $4 for adults, $3 for senior and college students and $2 for children. Admission includes a guided tour of the historic home, six local history exhibits and a hands-on discovery room.
For information, call 330-743-2589 or visit www.mahoninghistory.org.
Learn self-health care
Learn self-care and how to make decisions about your health during the Health at Home program from 11 a.m. to noon or 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Tuesday at St. Elizabeth Boardman Health Center, 8401 McClurg Road, Boardman.
The program uses Health at Home, a book of step-by-step instructions for over 200 health problems. All participants attending the program will receive a free Health at Home book, plus instruction and practice on how to use the book. The program is free, but registration is required by calling the Humility of Mary Healthline at 330-480-3151 or 877-700-4647.
Bring brilliant babies to the library
The Canfield branch of the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County will host “Baby Brilliant: Bonding with Babies and Books” Monday at 10 a.m.
This event is for children 6 to 23 months old and books, songs, rhymes and finger plays are some of the activities provided for the children. This program is also available for 2 and 3-year-olds Tuesdays in February at 10 a.m. The event for children ages 4 and 5 is scheduled Tuesdays in February at 1:30 p.m.
Event mixes tales with tails
Children kindergarten through sixth grade can sign up to read to a registered dog Monday at 6:30 p.m. at the Canfield branch of the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County.
Reading to the dogs helps develop reading skills, promotes confidence and encourages a love of reading. Call 330-744-8636 and ask for the Canfield library to sign up.
Trim a tree at the Canfield library
Children of all ages can decorate an ornament for the all-seasons tree at the Canfield branch of the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County during regular library hours throughout February.
Taste wine for a cause
The Youngstown Club on Commerce Street will host a wine tasting extravaganza March 5 for the benefit of Mahoning County DD Special Olympics.
Chef Michael will use his culinary expertise to prepare hors d’oeuvres with various wines to enhance the complementary flavors of both.
Tickets are $50 per person and include a charitable tax deduction of $25. To reserve tickets, call 330-724-2177.
Billboard’s best beats
Teens in grades seven through 12 can test their knowledge of old-school beats with a contest at the Canfield branch of the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County throughout February during regular library hours.
The teens who know what year each song reached the No. 1 spot on the Billboard’s chart could win a prize.
Make reservations at Boardman Park now
Boardman Park is now taking reservations for its Indoor Meeting Rooms, Open-Air Pavilions and St. James Meeting House for the balance of available dates in 2011 and for 2012 on a first-come, first-served basis.
Reservations can be made by calling the park office at 330-726-8105 or in person at the office, located at 375 Boardman-Poland Road in Boardman, Monday through Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Reservations made through the office must be paid within 10 days from the date the reservation is made.
Reservation may be paid for by check, cash or money order. Reservations may also be made online at www.boardmanpark.com.
Free tax preparation for qualifying individuals
The Canfield branch of the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County will provide free tax preparation and electronic filing for seniors and those (at any age) with low to moderate income Wednesdays from 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Sessions begin the first week of February. To schedule an appointment, call 330-533-8420.
Writing workshop planned
Karen Shubert will lead a writing workshop about meaningful, everyday experiences Wednesday from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Various topics will be explored. All levels of experience are welcome — just bring a pen and paper.
The fee is $10 per class. For information, call Riverside Gardens at 330-740-7116.
Buy used books for good prices
Shop for used gardening book, cookbooks and horticulture magazines at the twice-loved book sale through Sunday from 5 p.m. in the lobby of the Davis Education Center and Visitor Center.
The sale benefit’s the Antonucci Library at the Gardens and donations of used gardening books are appreciated at any time.
Play the nature game
Participate in Mahoning Valley Audobon Society’s “Do You Know? The Nature Game” Tuesday at 7 p.m. at MetroParks Farm and have a chance to win prizes.
Compete by identifying various natural wonders by sight and sound. Social time begins at 6:30 p.m.
For information, call 888-864-8851.
Have afternoon tea at the gardens
Join Friends of Fellows Riverside Gardens Sunday from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. for an elegant afternoon tea. Tea sandwiches, sweets, harp music by Darlene MacBenn and the humor of Molly Brown will be provided.
The cost for the event is $20 for residents and $25 for nonresidents. To register, call the gardens at 330-740-7116.
Take a brisk walk before breakfast
Start Friday with a brisk walk through the gardens followed by breakfast at the Garden Caf and a lesson on members of the orchid family from 8:30 a.m. to 10 a.m.
The fee is $7 for garden members and $9 for nonmembers. To register, call the gardens at 330-740-7116.
Take winter birds 101
A presentation on simple bird basics, common winter birds and the Great Backyard Bird Count will be followed by a hike to areas near Ford Nature Center today at 1 p.m.
Icy conditions are possible for this moderately-difficult 1-mile hike. Hikers will observe and count birds for the bird count. Meet at the Ford Nature Center.
Enjoy a hike and hot chocolate
Cool it on a moderately-difficult, 3-mile winter hike and then return to the Ford Nature Center for a warm cup of hot chocolate and a presentation about South Carolina wildflowers Feb. 27 at 2 p.m.
Monday meetings set for conservation district
Mahoning Soil and Water Conservation District Board meetings for 2011 will be at 7 p.m. the second Monday each month at the District Office, 850 Industrial Road in Youngstown.
Anyone interested in being contacted regarding special meetings or changes to regular meetings can call 330-740-7995.
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.
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.
Do yoga at the gardens
Bring a mat and small blanket to learn a blend of energizing yoga styles from Heidi Suraci at Fellows Riverside Gardens on Tuesdays and Thursdays throughout February.
Tuesdays will feature beginners’ classes from 9:30 to 11 a.m. and intermediate classes from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Thursday classes will be from 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. and are open to all levels.
The fee is $10 per class. For information, call the gardens at 330-740-7116.
T’ai Chi in the garden
Ease stress, improve health and increase vitality with breathing exercises and selected movements from a classic Chen T’ai Chi form taught by Marie Lew Wednesdays from noon to 1 p.m. during February at Fellows Riverside Gardens.
The costs is $10 per class. For information, call the gardens at 330-740-7116.