Thursday, July 25, 2013
Summer Garden Party
When: Friday, 6:30 p.m.
What: “Reflections,” 25th anniversary of Friends of Fellows Riverside Gardens’ annual fundraiser.
Details: Meander newly paved paths while enjoying appetizers and the evening’s signature drink. Dine in the gardens from innovative menu. Dance to music of Rudy and the Professionals.
Info: Call 330-740-7116.
FAMILY GARDEN FRIDAYS
When: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Friday through September.
What: Hands-on garden activities for children. Learn about vegetables with “Eat Your Colors” and see which insect is “Bug of the Week.”
Where: Fellows Riverside Gardens.
Info: Call 330-740-7116.
FAMILY FARM VISITS
When: Aug. 1, 11:30 a.m.
What: Guided tour of MetroParks Farm, including wagon ride, visit with animals, playroom time.
Details: Space limited; reservations suggested.
Where: MetroParks Farm, 7574 Columbiana-Canfield Road, Canfield.
Info: 330-702-3000
SUMMER EVENINGS AT GARDENS
What: D.D. and Velma Davis Education & Visitor Center will be open to visitors Wednesday evenings until 8 p.m. through August.
Details: Extended hours at Antonucci Library and Shop in the Gardens also, and Garden Cafe will be open.
RESTAURANT WEEK
When: Aug. 10-17
What: Support and learn about local foods by supporting restaurants working with local farmers to support our local economy.
Info: http://go.osu.edu/restaurantweek.
FARMERS’ MARKETS
Tuesdays: Downtown Youngstown, 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Market Street at Central Square.
Fridays: Poland, 6-8 p.m., state Route 170, Town Hall lawn.
3rd Friday: Courthouse Square, Warren, 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
4th Friday: St. Elizabeth’s, 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Saturdays: Northside, 10 a,m.-1 p.m., 1105 Elm Street, Youngstown; Howland, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Richard E. Orwig Park; Lake Milton, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., amphitheater lawn. (follow signs to swim beach)
Info: 330-654-5539
On the Terrace at 5!
When: Aug. 7, 5-7 p.m.
What: Garden Terrace with beautiful view of Lake Glacier is the place to relax and unwind after work as you enjoy a glass or two of wine and listen to music by Scammin’ Jones. Garden Cafe will be open to purchase food.
Admission: $10