Boardman briefs
Arms Museum plans Christmas program
Plans for this year’s Memories of Christmas Past are underway at the Arms Family Museum. The Mahoning Valley Historical Society is looking to the Valley community for some help with this year’s display. Highlights this year will be on local Valley traditions and will include family heirlooms, nativity collections, handmade cigar box doll houses and a large collection from John Garver, inventor of the locally produced Plakie twirler ornaments.
The society is looking for Christmas items related to downtown department stores. McKelveys, McCrorys, Higbees, Strouss-Hirshberg or any other downtown establishment are desirable. Items will be displayed on a short-term loan basis and will be returned to the owner after the exhibit closes in January.
Please email a description and picture of items to events@mahoninghistory.org or contact the Historical Society with any questions at 330-743-2589. Memories of Christmas Past opens on November 23 and runs through January 5, 2014. Visit www.mahoninghistory.org for more details.
Jim Frank Combo to perform at SOV Boardman
The final concert of the Shepherd of the Valley summer lawn concert series at the Boardman community will feature the perennial favorite Jim Frank Trio. Curtain time is 7 p.m. and they are free and open to the public.
Stash earns scholarship
Michael Stash of Boardman is one of a select group of recipients of a Presidential Scholarship at the University of Mount Union. Stash plans to major in humanities at Mount Union. Michael is the son of Richard and Kathleen Stash.
Only six students are awarded the full-tuition Presidential Scholarship at the University of Mount Union each year. To be eligible for a Presidential Scholarship, students must carry an ACT score of at least 27 or a SAT score of 1220 and a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.5 or a high school ranking in the top 15 percent.
In addition, students must demonstrate outstanding performance during the Presidential Scholarship Competition each spring.
Babies and books set at library
Babies ages 6 to 23 months can join the Boardman library for developmentally-appropriate books, songs, rhymes, finger plays and other activities that will help your child become a successful reader on Aug. 9 and 23 at 10 a.m. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Be a shining star
The Boardman library will host Be A Shining Star Talent Show Aug. 13 at 7 p.m. Seeking individual or group acts for our talent show. The family program will last one hour and a freeze pop treat will be served. Call 330-744-8636 and ask for the Boardman library to register.
Family story times set
The Boardman library will host four family story times. Parents are invited to join their children in this 30-minute program. The times will be from 10-10:30 a.m. on Aug. 7 and 14 for the Dinosaur Fun program with stories, games and a craft activity, the Aug. 21 program: outdoor chalk drawing and the Aug. 28 program stories and parachute play.
Dig into crafts at the library
Make and take crafts at the Boardman library during library hours through the month of August. For children of all ages.
Library hosts games for tween
The Boardman library will host Minute-To-Win-It Aug. 7 at 2 p.m. The challenges are for tweens in grades 4-6.
Sensory story time set
The Boardman library will host sensory story time Aug. 17 at 2 p.m. Join the library for a family story time for children of all ages with a sensory focus.
This program is designed for children with different needs, including those with Autism, speech/language delays, cognitive impairments, AD/HD and other special needs and challenges. The program will include books, music and sensory stations with a schedule board and double visuals. Children must attend with an adult. Registration is required. Call 330-744-8636 and ask for Boardman library.
Show what you know: machine knitting
The Boardman library will host a machine-knitting class Aug. 8 at 7 p.m. Watch a knitting machine make a scarf in minutes. Adults and teens will embellish the scarf by weaving 1/4 in. ribbon or yarn thru the knit scarf. Bring a blunt large-eye yarn needle and three spools of ribbon or four ply yarn. Finish the scarf and wear with pride. Register by calling 330-744-8636 and ask for the Boardman library. For adults and teens in grades 7-12.
Check out TAB
Check out the monthly TAB (Teen Advisory Board) meeting Aug. 7 at 6:30 p.m.
They meet the first Wednesday of the month at the Boardman library. Newcomers are always welcome. For teens in grades 7-12.
Download books to your eReader
The Boardman library will offer help downloading library books to your eReader. Call 330-744-8638 and ask for Boardman library to make an appointment for an individual session or register at the Librarian’s Desk.
For teens and adults. Sessions will be scheduled during library hours through the month of August.
Give blood at the library
The Mahoning Chapter of the American Red Cross will sponsor a blood drive at the Boardman library on Aug. 19 from 1:30-7 p.m.
Screen your blood pressure
The Boardman library will host a blood pressure screening on Aug. 5 from 12:30-3 p.m. Sponsored by the Mahoning Chapter of American Red Cross.
Jigsaw puzzle swap
If you are done with your jigsaw puzzle and want to try another, join other jigsaw enthusiasts and swap puzzles at the Boardman library on Aug. 14 at 5 p.m. This event is sponsored by the Friends of PLYMC.
Boardman graduate gets PhD
Dana Schneeberger (Frank), formerly of Boardman, has received her doctorate in Regulatory Biology with a specialization in Cellular and Molecular Medicine from Cleveland State University. Schneeberger is a 2002 graduate of Boardman High School and graduated magna cum laude in 2006 from John Carroll University, where she earned a bachelor’s degree in Psychology/Neuroscience.
Schneeberger has accepted a postdoctoral fellowship in pediatric pulmonology at the Cleveland Clinic where she will be working under the chairman of the Pediatrics Institute, Dr. Giovanni Piedimonte. She will be conducting both basic science and clinical research on conditions such as respiratory syncytial virus and cystic fibrosis. She is the daughter of James and Janice Frank of Boardman.
Have fun with bubbles
Have some good, clean fun with bubbles Aug. 20 and 22 from 2-4 p.m. at Oh Wow! Learn how to make your own bubble solution, plus another trick or two. Program is free, general admission applies to non-members. This event is for children in grades pre-k through fourth.
Wonderful Water set
Wonderful Water will be Aug. 6 and 8 at Oh Wow! from 2:30-3:30 p.m. The program is free, but general admission applies to non-members. The program includes a series of activities that show what water is and what it can do. This event is for grades pre-k through eighth.
Oh Wow! hosts Make It
Oh Wow! will host Make It - Underwater Viewers - Aug. 3 from noon until 2 p.m. The cost is $3 for members and $11 for non-members. Join Oh Wow! as they explore the wonders of water by making and experimenting with underwater viewers. For children in grades kindergarten through eighth.
Ostomy group to meet Aug. 13
The Youngstown Area Ostomy Support Group, sponsored by Humility of Mary Health Partners, will meet from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Aug. 13 in the Cedar Room at St. Elizabeth Boardman Health Center, 8401 Market St., Boardman.
The Youngstown Area Ostomy Support Group meets monthly at alternating locations in Mahoning and Trumbull counties. It provides support, education and encouragement to individuals who have or will have ostomies. Families and friends of ostomy patients are welcome. Refreshments are provided and parking is free. For information, call 330-480-3440.
Dr. Schmutz selected as medical staff
Dr. Andrew Schmutz of The Chiropractic and Sports Therapy Center, LLC in Struthers has been selected to the five-member medical staff for USA Swimming at the FINA World Championships, to be July 28 - Aug.4 in Barcelona, Spain.
Team USA is made up of the top 51 swimmers (26 women, 25 men) in the United States, as selected at last week’s US National Championships.
Additional information can be found on www.usaswimming.org and the event’s website www.bcn2013.com.
Wheat harvest activities set
Take a tractor-wagon ride through the MetroParks Farm. Wheat harvest will take place this month. Children can make a craft to take home. Suggested donations are $2 per person or $5 per family.
Golf clinics for adults to be Tuesdays
Range and golf clinics for adults will be available every Tuesday in July from 6-8 p.m. Range time followed by on-course play at main golf course. Register by calling 330-740-7112 or email Andy@millcreekmetroparks.org. The cost is $25 for one day, $45 for two days or $60 for four days.
Junior golf camp set
The junior golf camp will be July 30. Ages 11 and up will begin range time at 1 p.m. Nine holes begins at 2 p.m. Ages 10 and under will have range time from 2 to 4 p.m., with nine holes beginning at 3 p.m. The golf camp will be at Mill Creek Golf Course. Call the Pro Shop for details and to register. The cost for range time plus nine holes is $20, two-hour range time is $20 and one-hour range time is $15.
Learn soccer skills
The British soccer camp will be July 29 - Aug. 2 for children ages 3-18. Players of all abilities will receive high-level soccer coaching from a team of international experts. The event includes individual foot skills, technical drills, tactical practices, small-sided games, coached scrimmages and a daily tournament and will be at the Wick Recreation Area. Online registration is recommended. Call 330-740-7100 for details.
Family garden Fridays set
The Metro Parks will host Family Garden Fridays every Friday now through September from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Activities will be centered on gardening with children. Learn about vegetables with “Eat Your Colors” and see which insect is the “Bug of the Week.” Call Fellows Riverside Gardens for information.
Join book discussion
Read Earth In Mind: On Education, the Environment and the Human Prospect by David Orr, and then join the discussion July 27 at 10 a.m. The discussion will be at Ford Nature Center
Afternoon on the water
The Metro Parks will host an afternoon on the water July 27 from 1-3 p.m. Meet at East Newport Boat Launch.
Sculpt with Pilates
Pilates Sculpt will be offered every Wednesday from 6-7 p.m. Join trainer Angela Lubonovich in using light hand weights to tone the body with emphasis on core strength and control. Call Fellows Riverside Gardens for information. Bring a mat, water (and two number weights if you have them). Cost is $10 per session; or use your Scenic Fitness Card.
Practice Yoga at the park
Yoga will be offered every Tuesday and Thursday in July from 9:30-11 a.m. and from 5:30-7 p.m. at Fellows Riverside Gardens. Join Marina Perdos in the mornings and Karres Cvetkovich in the evenings for a blend of energizing yoga styles. Students at all levels are welcome. Bring a mat and small blanket. Classes are outdoors weather permitting. Call Fellows Riverside Gardens for information. Cost is $10 per class; or use your Scenic Fitness Card.
Take T’ai Chi
T’ai Chi Step One will be offered every Wednesday in July 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; or use your Scenic Fitness Card.
Participate in Pilates
Pilates basics will be taught every Monday from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Work on toning, shaping, core strength, alignment and breathing with fitness trainer Angela Lubonovich. Bring a mat and water. Call Fellows Riverside Gardens for information. Cost $10 per sessio; or use your Scenic Fitness Card.
Hear concerts at the Judge Morley Pavilion
Live at the Judge Morley Pavilion will offer free performances, unless admission is listed. The concerts will be July 28 from 6-8 p.m. - House Band (Rock and Roll) and July 31 at 7 p.m. - James Everett Band.
Free open houses set
Every Wednesday from 2-4 p.m. running through Aug. 14, the Mahoning Valley Historical Society will host free Hands-On-History Open Houses at the Arms Family Museum of Local History, located at 648 Wick Ave. in Youngstown. Each week will feature a different historical theme – “Celebrating the Fourth,” “My Town, Your Town, Youngstown,” and “The House that Olive Built,” to name a few. Hands-On activities will include arts and crafts, games, toys, artifacts, dress-up clothing and more.
Participants can spend as much or as little time engaging in the activities and each week will feature something for all ages and interests. The open houses are free and open to the public and all participants can take advantage of half-priced admission for a full Arms Family Museum tour.
Historical society sponsors summer camp
In celebration and remembrance of the 150th anniversary of the Civil War, the Mahoning Valley Historical Society will have an immersive Civil War Summer Day Camp for students ages 7-14. The Turning Points Camp runs Aug. 5-9, from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. each day at the Tyler Mahoning Valley History Center, located at 325 West Federal St. in Youngstown.
The History Center will be transformed into a hybrid 2013/19th century location with the center’s spaces serving as battlefields, Ford’s Theatre, a Council of War room and more while using state-of-the-art media and education technology. Participants will explore all aspects of the war, from the politics and leaders to the civilian struggle and military life. Engaging and interactive lessons will include debates, mock elections, The Manual of Arms, 19th century games, chores and more.
Summer Camp registration information can be found at www.mahoninghistory.org.
Dunkin’ to host happy hour
Dunkin’ Donuts in the Youngstown area will host a summer happy hour through the end of August. Guests can enjoy discounts on a select featured beverage each month between 2-4 p.m. The month of June is featuring Dunkin’s Ice Coffee at 50 percent of stated menu prices. To learn more, visit www.dunkindonuts.com.