Sunday, September 30, 2012
Ursuline center club sets last meets of 2012
CANFIELD
The Ursuline Center has scheduled the final two meetings of its book club for 2012: Tuesday for its discussion of “The Dressmaker” by Kate Alcott and Nov. 13 for “The Guernsey Literary Potato Peel Pie Society” by Mary Ann Shaffer and Annie Barrows.
Novels chosen by the group are available through the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County. The book club gathers in Prato Hall at the Ursuline Center, 4280 Shields Road.
There is no cost to participate, but freewill offerings are accepted. Preregistration is appreciated.
For information call Eileen Novotny, Ursuline associate, at 330-533-3831, or the center at 330-799-4941.
Organized-crime panel discussion scheduled
WARREN
Allan R. May, an author and organized-crime historian, will lead a panel discussion with guests Lynn B. Griffith and Bruce Birrell at 6 p.m. Wednesday at the Warren-Trumbull County Public Library, 444 Mahoning Ave. NW.
In his book, “Welcome to the Jungle Inn,” May, of Cleveland, shares the story of the infamous gambling den in a rural area of Trumbull County and its near-tragic demise in 1949.
The book also is a history of organized crime in Warren and Trumbull County and includes stories about some of its most famous underworld personalities.
The discussion will key in on leading figures and activities associated with the gambling den and how law enforcement and the legal system fought the corruption. May will have copies of his book for sale.
The library program is free. Reservations are required; call the Main Library at 330-399-8807, ext. 128.
‘Believer’s Guide’ offers guidance
HOWLAND
Dirk Waren of Howland Center has released a book, “The Believer’s Guide to Forgiveness & Warfare.”
The author says the book offers Biblical guidance for believers in all cases of offense, including criminal acts. Shouldn’t Christians automatically forgive everyone for everything all the time, no conditions? No. The Bible teaches no such thing.
If you’re intrigued, read the book. Every subject linked to offense and forgiveness is addressed.
Waren is founder of Fountain of Life Teaching Ministry, which is devoted to sharing the news of the Gospel and serving believers throughout the church.
For information, visit www.dirkwaren.com or dawaren@msn.com. PublishAmerica is the publisher; visit online at www.publishamerica.com.
hFlesher publishes his first novel
STRUTHERS
J.S. Flesher of Struthers has written and self-published his first novel, “The Masterpiece,” about a young artist battling addiction to drugs and alcohol.
Daniel Law falls in love with a recent college graduate, and he fights his demons inside, hoping she won’t find out his secrets.
The tale also is one about Law’s great work, his one defining piece of art and his true masterpiece.
Email the author at flesherj@hotmail.com.
Perusers Book Club celebrates 17 years
BOARDMAN
Perusers Book Club marked its 17th anniversary Sept. 22 in Stambaugh Pavilion at Boardman Park.
More than 100 guests attended the event, for which the theme was “Seventeen and Still Perusing.”
Linda Poindexter, a local comedian, entertained, and Janet Write, guest soloist, sang the theme song from the movie “The Help.”
The program included the mission statement, the history and a listing of the group’s top 10 books, which was shared with the audience.
Members are Marthella Allen, Lorene Buggs, Vernell Harris, Mary Ann Mitchell, Lynn Veal-Hines, Doris Wallace and Carolyn Watson. In their 17 years of existence, the book club has read and reviewed hundreds of books and hosted several events for other book clubs and the community.
Artists are sought for book illustration
BOARDMAN
Bella Nitesh Spiritual Arts & Education Center wants a local artist to illustrate its book cover.
“Through the Eyes of a Butterfly” is a multiauthor book of stories of personal growth, based on the life of a butterfly.
The artist’s interpretation of the butterfly is sought — in watercolor, pencil, acrylic, charcoal, photography and mixed media. No sculpture will be accepted. Artwork must be matted and not exceed 20-by-20-inches including the matte.
Art must be submitted on or before Oct. 26 with a signed release form for judging. It can be dropped off at the center, 837 Boardman-Canfield Road, Suite 200, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesdays through Fridays. Release forms will be available.
Artwork will be displayed in a show Nov. 2, when the winner will be announced. The location will be announced later.