Poland’s Pogacnik earns service award

June 22, 2012 at 12:00a.m.

University of Mount Union assistant professor of accounting Ruth Pogacnik, of Poland, was recently awarded the 2012 David Hoch Memorial Award for Excellence in Service. The award, given by non-profit membership organization Ohio Campus Compact, honors the outstanding work in service-learning and/or civic engagement by a faculty or staff member at an Ohio Campus Compact member institution.

Pogacnik developed the first service-learning pedagogy within the accounting program at Mount Union. She and her students have dedicated many hours of service to community partners, including the Alliance Pregnancy Center, Interfaith Child Development Center and Catholic Charities.

Poland natives named to Dean’s List

Rebecca Hanna and Christopher Hanna, both of Poland, were named to the dean’s list at The Ohio State University for all quarters of the 2011-2012 academic year. In order to be named to the dean’s list, students must be enrolled full-time and attain a 3.5 grade point average.

Two Poland natives graduate from Malone

Poland’s Maggie Conway, Family Nurse Practitioner major, and Patrick Frost, Nursing major, participated in Malone University’s 120th commencement ceremony on April 28 at Faith Family Church. Baccalaureate services were held the evening prior at the Johnson Center for Worship and the Fine Arts.

Poland native maintains perfect grade point average

Nicholas Tesone, of Poland, maintained his perfect 4.0 grade point average for his spring semester of his freshman year at the University of Dayton. Tesone is a Chemistry major and has received a 4.0 grade point average both semesters in college. He was named to the Dean’s List there as well. Tesone is a 2011 graduate of Poland.

Ursuline teacher receives Doctorate Degree

Ursuline High School teacher Linda Lucarell Miller, of Youngstown, recently received a Doctor of Ministry from St. Mary’s Seminary in Cleveland. Miller completed a Master of Religious Education degree from Loyola University, New Orleans and a Bachelor of Science in Education degree from Youngstown State University.

She has been teacher and catechist in the Diocese of Youngstown, receiving the Golden Apple Award in 2004. She was a recipient of the Dr. Robert Coles Spritual Growth Institute scholarship at Boston College. Miller was a Triwizard Teacher with a project linking Jewish and Arab students from Akko, Israel to students of Ursuline High School in 2008 and 2009. She currently teaches religion at Ursuline High School and is the Liturgy Coordinator there.

Ursuline Center hosts trunk and treasure sale

The Ursuline Center, 4280 Shields Road, Canfield, is accepting registrations for its annual Car Trunk and Treasure sale July 14 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. For $25 ($30 after June 30) each seller will receive two parking spaces. Inside the center will be a book and food sale.

The Ursuline Sisters of Youngstown will be selling household products and other goods. There will also be an antique sale for serious collectors. All items are cash payment only. Indoor restrooms will be available. The sale will be held rain or shine, no refunds.

To obtain a registration form, call Ursuline Associate Eileen Novotny at 330-533-3831, email ewalshnovotny@zoominternet.net, or visit www.theursulinecenter.org. All proceeds benefit the many ministries of the Center, operated by the Ursuline Sisters.

Seventh annual auction at Margaritaville set

Easter Seals’ seventh annual “Auction at Margaritaville” will be held on July 20 at St. Michael’s Family Life Center from 6–10:30 p.m. The evening includes a Cheeseburger in Paradise dinner with cash bar available. There will be live, silent and Chinese auctions by ByceAUCTION, and MC Jeff Kelly from WBBG BIG 106.1 will make an appearance. Admission is $20. RSVP to Jodi Harmon or Tricia Ligotti or send to tligotti@mtc.easterseals.com by July 9.

Poland swim club to issue free guest passes

Due to the unseasonably cold weather during the Poland Swim Club’s Open House on June 2, the club’s board of directors is offering a free guest pass to families in the community. The pass can be redeemed for one day of “fun in the sun” at the Poland Swim Club. Call 330-261-3458 to obtain your pass. There’s a limit of one per family for up to six people.Get information about joining the club.

Bonding with Babies and Books

Babies 6-23 months are invited to join us July 11, 18, and 25 at 10 a.m. at the public library for developmentally-appropriate books, songs, rhymes, finger plays and other activities that will help your child become a successful reader. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Tales and Talk for 2’s and 3’s

The Poland library will host Tales and Talk for 2’s and 3’s on July 5 at 10:30 a.m. for developmentally-appropriate books, songs, rhymes, finger plays and other activities that will help your child (ages 2-3) become a successful reader. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Come to the Poland library July 5 at 1 p.m. for developmentally-appropriate books, songs, rhymes, finger plays and other activities that will help children ages 4-5 become successful readers.

Children must be accompanied to the library by an adult guardian.

Jocko the Clown at the library

Experience juggling, magic, puppetry, music, plate spinning and balloon sculpting when Jocko the Clown comes to the Poland library on July 22 at 2 p.m. This show will be fun for the whole family.

Kinect Olympics at the library

Visit a library near you to participate in the Kinect Olympics on July 19 from 2-3 p.m. Kindergartners through sixth-graders will split into two teams, USA Red versus USA Blue, and battle through different sporting events in Kinect Sports Seasons 1 and 2. Whether you’re a seasoned gamer or have never tried the Kinect, you’ll be entertained by the larger-than-life graphics and friendly, competitive atmosphere. Come with a good attitude and leave with a new appreciation of all that your library has to offer. For school-age children.

How do they do that?

Want to see some neat experiments and learn how they’re done? Join us at the public library on July 25 for this interactive program as we make science come alive. For children in grades K-6. The fun starts at 2 p.m.

Decorate the sky

Make art on a string to swing from the sky above the librarian’s desk. For school-age children. Only at the Poland Public Library during regular hours for the whole month of July. Trim a Tree in July

Children of all ages can decorate an ornament for our all-seasons tree at the public library during the whole month of July during regular library hours.

Ohio companies going global

Join Mousa Kassis, faculty member at Youngstown State University and its Center of Excellence in International Business, at the public library on July 23 at 6:30 p.m. for this program on exporting your company’s products and services.

Investment research 24/7

Join a librarian from the Business and Investment Center to learn about databases to assist you in making your personal finance choices. Featured databases are Business and Company Resource Center, Morningstar Investment Research Center, and Standard & Poor’s NetAdvantage. WiFi access allows you to bring your device to research these powerful sources of reference. Only at the public library on July 9 at 6:30 p.m.

Get your blood pressure checked

There will be a blood pressure screening by the Mahoning Chapter of the American Red Cross at the public library on July 24 from 1-4 p.m.

Connect With your eReader at the library

Bring your eReader to the library from 10-11 a.m. on July 7 and at 6 p.m. on July 9, 16, and 23 and we’ll show you how to download eBooks from the Library’s Digital Catalog on our website. Limited availability, sign-up required. Call 330-744-8636 and ask for Poland Library.

Closed for July 4

All libraries in the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County system will be closed July 4 for Independence Day.

East High School Class of 1964 reunion set

The Class of 1964 has organized a reunion for all classmates of the 1960’s of East High School on August 18th from 3-7 p.m. The reunion will be held at St. George Croatian Center on Vestal Road in Youngstown. The cost is $20 per person and you must register in advance. The registration deadline ends August 6th. For more information contact Ted Boggs at 330-793-1198, Ron Devellin at 330-793-8882, or Janice Easton Kutsko at 330-360-1574.

Passport to fishing set

This program provides fishing skills, techniques and information for beginning anglers to start fishing in their own communities. Come on June 30 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. for this fun and educational experience. Fishing equipment will be provided. For ages 17 and under. Lunch will be provided for a fee of $5. Call 330-740-7106 to register. Event is at MetroParks Farm.

MetroMutts Hike June 30

The MetroParks will host MetroMutts hike on June 30 at 10 a.m. Celebrate the 40th anniversary of Ford Nature Center with your favorite canine companion as we hike the All People’s Trail and explore the center’s grounds. Enjoy cake and refreshments afterwards. Meet at Ford Nature Center. Easy rating.

Take yoga at the gardens

Fellows Riverside Gardens will host yoga on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:30 to 11 a.m. and 5:30 to 7 p.m. throughout June. A blend of energizing yoga styles will help you keep a healthy outlook. Students at all levels are welcome. Bring a mat. Classes are outdoors, weather permitting. Meet at the information desk. Call Fellows Riverside Gardens for information. The cost is $10 per class.

Make ice cream at the farm

The MetroParks Farm invites you to make ice cream in a bag and watch a Moo to You video today at 11 a.m. The cost is $2 for residents and $3 for nonresidents.

Family Garden Fun set

Plan a drop-in visit to the Family Garden on fair weather Tuesdays, Fridays and Sundays throughout June to dig, water, pot a plant to take home or read a book. The programs will take place on Tuesdays and Fridays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Sundays from noon to 3 p.m. The Family Garden Greeter will tell you about the plants and has free hands-on activities for children to enjoy with their favorite adults. Call Fellows Riverside Gardens for more information.

Play strawberry hide and seek

Children ages 3-5 years will discover strawberry plants hiding throughout the Family Garden today from 11 a.m. to noon. The children will also decorate a pot for their special plant to grow in all summer. Snack and story will be enjoyed along with the activity. Call Fellows Riverside Gardens to register.

In The Time of Dinosaurs set

Fellows Riverside Garden will host In the Time of Dinosaurs today from 1:30 to 3 p.m. What kinds of plants are growing in the Family Garden that might have been growing in the time of the dinosaurs? Each child age 6 and up will learn about prehistoric plants and be given a ginkgo tree to take home. Call Fellows Riverside Gardens to register. The cost is $10 for residents and $14 for non-residents.

Family tours set

Join us for a guided tour of the Farm on a tractor-wagon ride and enjoy a visit with the animals on Thursday at 10 a.m. Playroom and Gift Shop will be open. The tour is 60-75 minutes, so pack a lunch for a picnic. Reservations are suggested; space is limited.

Partake in T’ai Chi

Fellows Riverside Gardens will host T’ai Chi Step One on Wednesday from noon to 1 p.m. Ease stress, improve health and increase vitality. Join Marie Lew in warm-ups, breathing exercises and selected movements from a classic Chen T’ai Chi form. Call Fellows Riverside Gardens for information. The cost is $10 per class.

Meditation in movement set

Join Julie Thomas in the Tara Dance on Sunday from noon to 2 p.m. Through simple, graceful movements you learn to focus on inner strengths and appreciate the beauty of the surrounding gardens. Meet in the Gazebo. Call Fellows Riverside Gardens for information. The cost is $10.

Mahoning Valley Rose Society Show

The Mahoning Valley Rose Society Show will be today from noon to 5 p.m. and June 24 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Entries from novice and experienced growers will highlight this American Rose Society affiliated show.

The Poland library is hosting a Zombie Prom on Thursday from 6 to 8 p.m. for teens in grades 7-12. Door prizes and prizes for the best zombie prom king and zombie queen will be awarded. Feel free to come in costume. You can register to attend by calling 330-744-8636.

Stuffed animal sleepover

The Poland library will host a stuffed animal sleepover on Monday at 6:30 p.m. Join us for stories and fun before leaving your special friend to spend the night in the library. Come back the next morning at 10 a.m. for doughnuts and juice to pick up your friend and find out what fun adventures they had after you left. Parents, make sure this special friend is one your child will be able to sleep without for the night. For ages 3 and up. Sign up is required.

Celebrate Poland at the library

The library invites you to celebrate Poland on June 30. Join in the community festivities by creating cool crafts from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Create a sky craft

The Poland library invites children of all ages to make art on a string to swing from the librarians desk, during library hours through the month of June.

Wearing your helmet could get you ice cream

The Boardman Optimists, Boardman Dairy Queen and Boardman Police are sponsoring a Bike Helmet Safety program this summer for Valley children. During June, July and August, officers will be handing out “sweet citations” to children seen wearing their bike helmets. These citations can be redeemed for a free small ice cream cone at the Boardman DQ, located at 6120 Market Street.

Re Arrangements, a home furnishing consignment store, had its grand opening at 15 Stadium Dr. in Boardman. The store officially opened April 1 and specializes in gently-used furniture and home d cor.

The family business is owned by Lexy Milton and Adam Witzeman. The store accepts gently-used furniture and home decor in “like new” condition.

Re Arrangements is open Tuesday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturday/Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. For information, call 330-398-3565.

Italian Fest to be in August

The Greater Youngstown Italian Fest will be held on Aug. 3-5 in downtown Youngstown. For more information contact Arlene DeChellis at 330-726-8019.