Saturday, July 30, 2011
Church giving away school supplies
Highway Tabernacle will host a “Back to School Blowout” Aug. 20 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Family Life Center to give away school supplies and clothing. The church is located at 3000 S. Raccoon Road.
This event is open to the public and is on a first-come, first-served basis. Child care for preschoolers and toddlers will be provided so adults can shop. Bags will also be provided.
Donations are now being accepted in the church office Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Items needed include sizes for school-aged children, book bags and new socks and undergarments.
Contact Trista Moyers or Jessica Theis at highwayclotheourvalley@gmail.com for questions and details or visit www.facebook.com/groups/highwayclotheourvalley.
Spaghetti dinner helps Alzheimer’s
“The AlzStars” of Clare Bridge of Austintown are sponsoring a spaghetti dinner fundraiser for The Walk to End Alzheimer’s at Grace Lutheran Church, 162 S. Raccoon Road, Austintown, from 4 to 7 p.m. on Aug. 6.
All dinners include spaghetti and meatball, tossed salad, bread, butter, dessert and beverage. Cost is $7 for adults, children 7-12 eat for $3.50 and children under 6 eat free. Take outs are also available.
There will also be a 50/50 raffle and Chinese auctions. To purchase tickets, contact Clare Bridge of Austintown at 330-270-1448. All proceeds go to the Alzheimer’s Association.
Garden club hosts horticultural show
The Men’s Garden Club of Youngstown will host its 47th annual horticultural show Aug. 27-28 at Fellows Riverside Gardens. This show is free and open to the public.
Entries may be submitted by young and old alike on Aug. 27 from 7 to 10:30 a.m. Awards will be presented Aug. 28 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.
You could win a Chevy Cruze for $20
The Rotary Club of Canfield is partnering with Hospice of the Valley to make someone the lucky winner of a “fully-loaded” 2011 Chevy Cruze LTZ.
Tickets for the car raffle will be on sale this weekend at the Southern Park Mall. The Chevy Cruze will be on display in the Main Concourse in front of Macy’s and raffle tickets will be available for $20. Proceeds from this raffle will benefit Canfield Rotary and Hospice of the Valley and their many local community projects.
New gourmet eatery now open in Boardman
Bella’s To-Go, a quick-serve gourmet cuisine eatery and catering service, has opened at 400 Boardman-Poland Road, across from the Shops at Boardman Park, near Sprint and the new Plato’s Closet.
The eatery offers a range of healthful and delicious choices. On the light side, there are seasonal soups, unusual wraps, bold salads, stuffed burgers and exotic pizzas. Entr e selections include chicken francaise, veal marsala and filet tenderloin with an array of side dishes that change daily.
Shepherd of the Valley hosts job fair
Shepherd of the Valley Home Health Services will host a job fair for registered nurses (RNs) and aides interested in working in the home health field Aug. 3 from 9 a.m. to noon at the offices in Austintown.
Attendees must either bring a resume or go online prior to the fair and upload their resume and information at www.ShepherdoftheValley.com. Other openings available at the five Shepherd of the Valley locations can also be viewed. For more information, contact Deidre Watson, Human Resources Director for Shepherd of the Valley, at 330-530-4038, extension 2038 or dwatson@ShepherdoftheValley.com
Marine Corps reunion set for Aug. 13
The Tri-State Marine Detachment No. 494 of the Marine Corps League will host the 32nd annual Marine Corps Reunion Aug. 13 at the Saxon Club, 710 S. Meridian Road, Youngstown.The event is open to all Marines past and present, plus friends and their quests. The festivities will begin with refreshments at 6 p.m. Dinner will begin at 7, followed by the speaker, music and dancing and will last until midnight. The speaker was assigned by the United States Marine Corps, Commandant’s office and will be Lt. Col. Joseph Raftery, a Philadelphia native and a graduate of Millersville University of Pennsylvania.
The evening will also include, door prizes, Chinese auction and a 50/50 raffle.
Tickets for this event will be $25.Reservations can be made by calling Frank Griffiths at 330-533-2314 or Ed Leviseur at 330-702-0667.
Local personal trainer publishes book
Mark Russo, a personal trainer and owner of Fantastic Fitness, Inc., in Boardman has published an ebook which is currently available on Amazon.com.
The book, “Creating a Dynamite Body” describes the details of Russo’s approach to fitness. His five-tier system combines diet, aerobics, weight training, stretching and rest for best results. The program, which Russo developed during his 20-year career as a weight training enthusiast and personal trainer, is described in detail in his eBook.
Photos show specifics of each stretch and weight training exercise emphasizing correct form to minimize injury, the main culprit in derailing a fitness program. The program has been very successful for athletes and everyday folks who need to minimize gym time due to busy schedules.
Free membership for military families
Curves Austintown is offering free six-month memberships to wives and teenage daughters of actively-deployed reservists and National Guard members.
Surviving wives and teenage daughters will also be offered six months free memberships.
Discounts to other immediate family members will also be offered, but documentation will be required.
DQ Æ/Orange Julius Æ received pride award
The Dairy QueenSRTm/Orange JuliusSRTm restaurant, located at 146 N. Canfield Niles Road, recently received a PRIDE (Personal Responsibility in Delivering Excellence) Award from the Dairy Queen/Orange Julius system for achieving a high level of cleanliness and food safety.
The award is given out to those stores that demonstrate PRIDE by maintaining a high level of cleanliness and food safety.
Building brilliant babies in Austintown
The Austintown branch of the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County will host the Baby Brilliant: Tales and Talk for 2s and 3s program Aug. 17 at 10 a.m.
The event includes developmentally-appropriate books, songs, rhymes, finger plays and other activities that will help children ages 2-3 become successful readers. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Library helps shape little minds
The Austintown branch of the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County will sponsor Baby Brilliant: Bonding With Babies and Books for babies 6-23 months on Aug. 25 at 10 a.m.
The event features developmentally-appropriate books, songs, rhymes, finger plays and other activities that will help children become successful readers. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Fours and fives meet up Aug. 17
Developmentally-appropriate books, songs, rhymes, finger plays and other activities will entertain children (age 4-5) and help them become a successful reader.
The Austintown library is hosting this event, titled Fun Time for 4s and 5s, on Aug. 17. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Library storytime gets kids moving
The Austintown library is hosting Gotta Move Storytime! - An active storytime for the Young and the Restless! Aug. 25 at 11 a.m. The activity features developmentally-appropriate for children 2 to 5. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Tour MetroParks Farm
Children can make a craft to take home and tractor rides leave every half hour tomorrow from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at MetroParks Farm.
Last chance for summer reading fun
Songs and sound from around the world will highlight the final reading event of the summer at the Austintown library on Aug. 2 at 11 a.m. The event is for children of all ages. Preschoolers must attend with an adult.
Tour the farm
Enjoy a tractor-wagon ride and guided tour of MetroPark Farm every Thursday in July at 10 a.m.
Families can visit the animals and learn in the playroom.
Reservations are suggested because space is limited. The tour is approximately 75 minutes. Pack a lunch and have a picnic after the tour. To register, call the farm at 330-533-7572.
Hike during Sunfest
Meet at the kiosk near the tennis courts at Wick Recreation Area tomorrow at 11 a.m. for a one-mile, easy-rated exploration of nearby trails.
Sculpt sand at Sunfest
Sculpt a one-ton pile of sand into a masterpiece and perhaps win a prize tomorrow from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Wick Recreation Area.
Sand and water will be provided. Participants should bring tools and creativity. To reserve a pile of sand for $5, call 330-740-7107.
Duzzny receives award
Austintown resident Walter Duzzny was awarded a 10-year service award pin from the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve State Chairman John Hopper during the annual Department of Defense sponsored meeting and awards dinner in Columbus.
Duzzny is a retired Army Reserve Colonel and former emergency management director. He serves as the public affairs officer for the East Region.
Italian Fest set this weekend
The Italian Fest is set for this weekend in downtown Youngstown.
Festivities began Friday at 5 p.m. with opening ceremonies, followed by the Miss Italian Youngstown Pageant at 7 p.m. The Miss Italian Youngstown beauty and talent pageant has become a tradition at the Greater Youngstown Italian Fest. The pageant includes modeling, speaking about Italian heritage and performing a talent. There will be continuous entertainment and fun activities, including Morra and a pasta eating contest. A little King and Queen will also be crowned.
For information, contact pageant chairman Anthony Julian at 330-799-8184 or 330-207-0515.
Host families needed for international students
Five international students coming to the Youngstown area this August through Educatius International and attending Ursuline High School are in need of families to host them.
Host families can be from anywhere in the area and have few requirements. The students need a bed, desk and dresser. The students also need a ride to Ursuline, which can be via school bus or by car. Host families provide the students with daily meals and give them a loving and caring environment.
Educatius offers a monthly stipend to offset additional costs. The international students are expected to pay for all their expenses outside of the house (school lunches, restaurants, movies, presents, prom expenses etc.). Having an international student is a great way to learn about the world around you and even share your own culture.
Anyone interested in hosting one of these international students can contact a local Educatius International Coordinator at 330-770-5714.
Quaker Steak hosts swimsuit contest
Quaker Steak & Lube Æ in Austintown is hosting its first Swim Suit USA International Model Search, Promoting Healthy Lifestyles. Women can put on their best tasteful swim and night wear and win prizes, including cash and a trip to Las Vegas representing the state of Ohio.
The competition will consist of a preliminary round today starting at 8 p.m. with a different panel of judges each week. The final round will be Aug. 6. During the final round, most of the judges from the previous weeks will come back to select a lady from the Austintown Quaker Steak & Lube Æ to move on to Canton and maybe ultimately, Las Vegas.
For information on how to enter the contest, call Danielle Hall at 330-349-9464.
Class of 1991 will meet
The Austintown Fitch High School Class of 1991 will host its 20-year reunion Sept. 4 at Luciano’s Banquet Hall from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
There will also be an informal gathering at Mojo’s Pub and Grill on Mahoning Avenue Sept. 2. For information or to register, visit www.austintownfitch1991.com or call 330-718-0298.
Attention Chaney Class of 1956
The 55th year reunion of the Chaney High School Class of 1956 will be at A La Cart, 429 Lisbon St. Canfield, Aug. 20 with hors d’oeuvers at 6 p.m. and a buffet dinner at 7 p.m.
Reservations and payment are due by July 30.
For information, call Larry Probert at 330-799-1201 or e-mail larpro@sbcglobal.net or call Joan Fergus at 330-533-5972 or e-mail at jferg@zoominternet.net.
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.
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.