Boardman briefs

Drop and shop for free

Mauthe Park, 156 Smithfield Road, in Struthers is collecting holiday decorations in good condition (wreaths, lights, ornaments) and items suitable for holiday gifts (toys, books, clothes) on Saturday from 9 to 11 a.m.

Those bringing decorations can take “new to you” festive decor and do holiday gift shopping for free from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Free refreshments will be provided, courtesy of Republic Services.

This free event is sponsored by Republic Services, Poland Township, City of Struthers, Mauthe Park, Green Team and YSU re:CREATE.

For more information, call Sarah Ellis, YSU re:CREATE manager, at 330-941-2238.

Doctor gives health lecture

Ted Suzelis will be present his lecture titled, “Naturopathic Thyroid Care” on Nov. 10 at 6:30 p.m. at his Boardman office, located in the Southbridge Executive Park at 725 Boardman-Canfield Road, Suite K-4, Boardman.

In this lecture, Suzelis will discuss naturopathic options for thyroid health.

For more information or to register, call Stephanie at 330-729-1350 or register online at www.OhioND.com. Admission is free.

Junior Women’s League presents Donation Day

The Boardman-Poland Junior Women’s League will present “Making Kids Count” Donation Day at Dunkin Donuts, 6041 Market Street, Boardman Saturday to collect new blankets and other items of care essentials (gifts too!) for babies. A free cup of Dunkin Donuts coffee will be given with any donation from 9 a.m. to noon.

“Making Kids Count” is an organization to help welcome and support the arrival of babies whose parents need a little extra financial support.

Boardman Park announces Carve-Out winners

On Oct. 25 Boardman Township Park hosted the “Great Pumpkin Carve-Out” for the community.

The winners of contest were:

Preschool, Will Gehring- first place, Julia and Mia Massacci- second place

K-4th grade Jacob Gehring- first place, Will Linder- second place

5th-9th grade Katharine Repetski- first place, Kylie Thomas- second place

10th-Adult Chuck Pangburn- first Place, Matt Lettau- second place

Winners may pick up their prizes at the park office, Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.

Horticulture students open floral shop

The Horticulture students at the Mahoning County Career and Technical Center have opened their floral shop to the community. The shop is open 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through Friday through May.

The Floral Shop currently offers a selection of fall floral arrangements for the home, office or as gift. The students can also create custom fresh floral arrangements for their customers.

To plan an order or for more information, contact Mary June Emerson, Horticulture Instructor at 330-729-4000, ext. 1671.

Bird walk in the park

Jeff Harvey of Wild Birds Unlimited will lead a walk to search for feathered winter residents and migrants on the Mindy Henning Memorial Trail today at 8 a.m. Meet at MetroParks Bikeway Trailhead at MetroParks Farm.

The Gardens presents Breakfast Botany: Birch

Fellows Riverside Gardens invites you to Breakfast Botany: Birch on Nov. 18 from 8:30 to 10 a.m. Start your morning with a brisk walk through the Gardens on then return to the Garden Caf to enjoy a light breakfast and learn about plants in the birch family.

The cost is $7 for residents and $9 for non-residents.

Call Fellows Riverside Gardens to register.

Enjoy Olde Fashioned Christmas

Lanterman’s Mill will be decked out in holiday finery Nov. 26-27 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. for Olde Fashioned Christmas at the Mill.

The program will include Santa, artisans demonstrating crafts, a juggler, a balloon artist and musicians.

Bring a hat, scarf or pair of mittens to decorate a “Giving Tree.” Donated items will warm-up children in need from Mahoning County this winter.

Shop in the Gardens Holiday Open House

Shop the beautiful garden-related items, jewelry and holiday and home d cor today and tomorrow from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Fellows Riverside Gardens.

The limited edition 2012 Mill Creek MetroParks calendar from local nature photographer Scott Lanz will also be available.

Profits from the calendar sales support the future Ohio Woodland Garden at Fellows Riverside Gardens.

Montessori school hosts Baby Talk

The Montessori School of the Mahoning Valley, 2008 Lynn Ave., Youngstown is hosting Baby Talk: Where Babies Communicate every Tuesday in November.

The classes taught by Karen Steed, Deaf Educator and Sign Language Interpreter and Barb Ricks, Speech Language Pathologist is designed to increase vocabulary, reduce frustration and expand expressive language in babies. Classes are geared to children ages 6 months to 2 and a half years and their parents.

Baby Talk level I will be Tuesdays in November (15,22) from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Baby Talk level II will be Tuesdays in November (15,22) from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Class fees are $50 and include the session and sign language resource materials. For more information, call Barb at 330-540-1025 or email Karen at baileysignstoo@aol.com.

Library invites children to show thanks

The Boardman library invites children of all ages to show thanks on Nov. 14-26 during library hours. By drawing a picture or writing a sentence or two, children can show and tell what they are thankful for.

All entries will be displayed in the library. All participants will receive a bookmark and stickers.

Library hosts Baby Brilliant: Tales and Talk

The Boardman library is hosting Baby Brilliant: Tales and Talk for 2s and 3s on Nov. 16, 23 and 30 at 10 a.m. for children ages 2-3. The program will include developmentally-appropriate books, songs, rhymes, finer plays and other activities that will help children become a successful reader.

Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Library hosts Fun Times

The Boardman library will host Fun Times for 4s and 5s on Nov. 15, 22 and 29 at 10 a.m. for children ages 4-5. The program includes developmentally-appropriate books, songs, rhymes, finger plays and other activities to help children come successful readers.

Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Enjoy Olde Fashioned Christmas

Lanterman’s Mill will be decked out in holiday finery Nov. 26-27 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. for Olde Fashioned Christmas at the Mill.

The program will include Santa, artisans demonstrating crafts, a juggler, a balloon artist and musicians.

Bring a hat, scarf or pair of mittens to decorate a “Giving Tree.” Donated items will warm-up children in need from Mahoning County this winter.

BCMS PTA announces meetings

The Boardman Center Middle School PTA will host two more meetings in 2011. The meetings will be Nov. 17 at 9 a.m. in the small auditorium at BCMS and Dec. 6 at 11:30 a.m. at Johnny’s. RSVP is required for the Dec. 6 meeting.

In 2012, the meetings are as follows, Jan. 19, Feb. 16, March 15 and April 19. All meetings in 2012 will begin at 9 a.m. and take place in the small auditorium at BCMS.

The installation luncheon is set for May 17 at 11:30 a.m. The location will be determined and announced at a later date.

PTA meetings are open to members and anyone interested in what is going on at Boardman Center Middle School.

Third annual food drive

Dr. Cecil, Dr. Gudaitis and staff will be hosting their third annual food drive during the month of November. On Thursday the doctors will provide all chiropractic adjustments at no charge for existing patients in exchange for at least a bag of nonperishable food items. Call to reserve an appointment.

During the week of Nov. 14-18, the doctors will offer new patients a consultation and X-rays in exchange for two bags of non-perishable food items. All food and proceeds will be donated to the Warren Family Mission.

Design fresh flower centerpieces

Design a fresh flower centerpiece at Fellows Riverside Garden on Nov. 22 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Lemon leaves, eucalyptus berries and hypericum share the limelight with autumn-hued roses in this Thanksgiving centerpiece. Dolly Vivalo will instruct you step by step in the design of this stunning fresh flower arrangement placed in a unique leaf vase.

The cost is $28 for Mahoning County residents and $35 for non-residents.

Call Fellows Riverside Gardens to register.

Wollet achieves membership

Harry J. Wollet, Financial Advisor, located at 755 Boardman Canfield Rd., was recently named a member of the 2012 Executive Council. Executive Council honors are presented only to those financial advisors who have demonstrated an extremely high level of commitment to clients through personal service and professional integrity.

Wollet, who joined Raymond James Financial Services, Inc. in 2003, has more than 21 years of experience in the financial services industry. A monetary donations has been made to the United Way of Youngstown and the Mahoning Valley by Raymond James for Wollet attaining Executive Council Status.