Boardman briefs

Junior Women’s League to host fall conference

The GFWC Ohio Boardman-Poland Junior Women’s League will host the GFWC/OHIO Federation of Women’s Club’s 2013 Northeast District Fall Conference. An evening full of fun, friendship and information will be Sept. 30 at Caf 422 at 8586 South Ave. Registration begins from 5:30-6 p.m. Call to order starts at 6 p.m.

GFWC/Ohio Federation of Women’s Clubs Traveling officers will be in attendance to give remarks and updates on the Community Service Programs and Special Projects. Corky Nosek, GFWC/Ohio Federation of Women’s Clubs President will be attending along with Linda Crish, OFWC director of junior clubs and Yvonne Ford, ORWC director of junior clubs elect.

Contact general chairman, Sperry Rongone, at 330-726-4527 or e-mail sperrywsc@aol.com if you would like to attend or need further information.

Casino bus trip set

Team Schein is hosting a bus trip to Rivers Casino in Pittsburgh, on Nov. 8.

They will be departing from 760 Boardman Canfield Road, Boardman, at 5 p.m. and will return to the same location approximately 12:30 a.m.

The cost is $30 per person and this includes $15 in free play and $5 food voucher. All seats are non-refundable.

Checks are to be made payable to: Tina Prestas. Mail to Tina Prestas, 760 Boardman Canfield Road, Boardman, OH 44512

Indicate the name, address and phone number for you and whomever you are paying for. Must bring legal photo ID on Trip and be 21 years of age or older.

For any additional information call Tina at 330-559-6918 or email tina.prestas@henryschein.com. All proceeds to benefit the American Cancer Society Boardman Relay for Life on behalf of Team Schein.

ABWA meeting to be Oct. 8

The Mill Creek Chapter of the American Business Women’s Association will meet at 6 p.m. Oct. 8 at A La Cart Catering on Lisbon Street in Canfield.

Owner Ron Cohen will speak about the recent grand opening of The Valley Marketplace, located at 6121 South Ave. in Boardman. The menu is roast pork, turkey and dressing, mashed potatoes, buttered green beans, tossed salad, applesauce, three bean salad, rolls, pumpkin cake and coffee or tea.

The cost is $17.75 per person and guests are welcome. Reservations are due by Sept. 29 to Jackie Fischio at 330-788-6634, or Shirley Pappagallo at 330-270-9779.

Trash and treasure sale

Westminster Presbyterian Church, located at 119 Stadium Drive in Boardman, will host its 20th annual Trash and Treasure sale Oct. 5 from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. Most items will be 50 cents, with a “fill a bag for a buck” special from 2-3 p.m. Call 330-758-4513 for information. Proceeds will benefit Serendipity Christian Learning Center, which serves children 3-5 years-old.

Support group to meet Oct. 16

The Mahoning Valley Fibromyalgia Support Group will meet Oct. 16 from 7-8:30 p.m. Doug Holland will speak on reflexology, the therapy performed on hands and feet to relieve pain in the body. The meeting will be at Bethel Lutheran Church, located at 425 Crestview Drive in Boardman, and all are welcome.

New restaurant

The Shops at Boardman Park will be soon be offering a new option in dining for those in the Boardman area: DiBella’s Old Fashioned Subs.

DiBella’s will be located next to Quaker Steak and Lube, and offer old-fashioned quality and value in their dining experience. They provide a unique casual atmosphere, reminiscent of a 1940’s NY style corner sandwich shop. It is a DiBella’s tradition to provide a good old-fashioned experience, based on a fresh, quality product, a friendly face to serve you and a value for your dollar.

Luncheon fundraiser set

A Halloween luncheon fundraiser will be Oct. 20 at 11 a.m. in the Boardman library meeting room. There will be a scarf demonstration by Caryl Sprankle of Shine On Me By Caryl; a raffle with Halloween and fall baskets and a autumn floral centerpiece demonstration by Kathy Foster. Tickets are $20.

The event is sponsored by Springfield Library Campaign Committee. For information, contact the development department at 330-740-6086.

Friends of the Library meeting set

The Boardman Friends of the Library meeting will be Oct. 14 at 10 a.m. The meeting will explore The Hubble Telescope. Dr. Pat Durrell from YSU’s Department of Physics and Astronomy will be the presenter.

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 Oct. 9 at 5 p.m. This event is sponsored by the Friends of PLYMC.

Check into chess

The Boardman library will host Check into Chess on Oct. 6 at 1:30 p.m. for the whole family.

Screen your blood pressure

The Boardman library will host a blood pressure screening on Oct. 7 from 12:30-3 p.m. Sponsored by the Mahoning Chapter of American Red Cross.

Give blood at the library

The Mahoning Chapter of the American Red Cross will sponsor a blood drive at the Boardman library on Oct. 28 from 1:30-6:30 p.m. For appointments call 1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

Show what you know: crocheting

The Boardman library will host a crochet class on Oct. 10 at 7 p.m. Bring G crochet hook and a hairpin lace loom. Yarn will be provided. Adults and teens may register by calling 330-744-8636 and ask for the Boardman library.

TAB meeting set

Check out the monthly TAB (Teen Advisory Board) meeting Oct. 2 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.

Teen create a sundae

The Boardman library will offer free sundaes for teens in grades 7-12 on Oct. 16 at 6:30 p.m.

Tween Halloween party to be Oct. 30

The Boardman library will host a Dr. Frankenstein party on Oct. 30 at 6:30 p.m. Come in costume if you like, the party will include eerie music, disgusting games, a gross craft and yummy (or mummy?) refreshments. For Tweens in grades 4-6.

Sensory story time set

The Boardman library will host sensory story time Oct. 26 at 2 p.m. 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. Children will enjoy 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.

Roadster race car exhibit to be Oct. 5

Ryan Martino of Martino Motorsports will bring out his Top Dragster to the Boardman library parking lot, on Oct. 5, at 10 a.m. for an autograph session, and a celebrity story time. There will be a craft for the kids. This event is free and open to the public. Bring the whole family and be sure to bring your camera.

Library hosts Fun for 4s and 5s

Join the Boardman library for developmentally-appropriate books, songs, rhymes, finger plays and other activities that will help your child (ages 4-5) become a successful reader every Tuesday in October at 10 a.m. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Tales for toddlers set for Wednesdays

Join the Boardman library for developmentally-appropriate books, songs, rhymes, finger plays and other activities that will help your child (ages 2-3) become a successful reader every Wednesday in October at 10 a.m. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

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 Oct. 11 and 25 at 10 a.m. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Trash and treasure sale set

Boardman United Methodist church will host a fall trash and treasure sale on Oct. 2 and 3 from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m.

The church is located at 6809 Market St. in Boardman. Thursday is bargain bag day. Coffee and donuts will be available.

International buffet set

Bethel Lutheran Church, 425 Crestview Drive, Boardman, will host their annual international buffet on Oct. 19, with two seatings: 4 and 6 p.m.

Cost is $15 for adults and $6 for children ages 6-12, children under 6 are free. The dinner includes food and desserts from Germany, Italy, Slovakia and Sweden. No tickets will be sold at the door and there are no carry outs. Tickets are available by calling the church office at 330-758-5745 or Nancy at 330-758-9309. Tickets must be purchase by Oct. 13. Proceeds will used for community outreach and the support of Bethel’s ministry.

Corn hole tournament set

Legacy Dog Rescue will host a charity corn hole tournament on Sept. 28 at O’Donald’s, located at 6000 Mahoning Ave. in Austintown.

Registration begins at noon. The cost for early registration is $40 per team of two, or $50 the day of. The event will include a cash bar, cash prizes, 50/50 raffle and a Chinese auction.

For more information, contact ldrcharity@gmail.com or Pete/Erin at 330-737-1479. All proceeds benefit the homeless dogs of Trumbull and Mahoning County.

Dickey earns academic scholarship

Hailey Dickey of Boardman has earned a Muskingum Academic Scholarship at Muskingum University in New Concord, Ohio.

These scholarships at Muskingum University recognize academic achievement by new and returning students to support their current and future educational goals.

Spaghetti dinner to benefit Love This Place

A spaghetti dinner benefiting Love This Place will be hosted at Bridge of Hope Church, located at 7580 Glenwood Avenue in Boardman, Oct. 6 from 12 p.m. until 4 p.m. The cost is $6 for adults or carryout and $4 for children ages 6-10 years-old. For more information on Love This Place, visit www.LoveThisPlace.us.

Casino trip Oct. 26

The 2013 Pink Ribbon Golf Classic committee is sponsoring a bus trip to the Seneca Allegheny Casino on Oct. 26. All proceeds from this trip will be given to the American Cancer Society. The bus will leave from Fab Limo on Connecticut Ave. in Austintown at 8 a.m. and will depart from Seneca at 5 p.m.

The cost is $35 per person and each player will be given $20 in play and a $5 food coupon.

Send registration and check to: Pink Ribbon Golf Classic, c/o Nancy Felton, American Cancer Society, 525 N. Broad St., Canfield. For more information, contact Donna Mowrey at 330-207-9630 or Nancy at 330-533-2712.

Join a digital scavenger hunt

Check in at Ford Nature Center to get a list of nature items to track down and document with a digital camera or phone. Everyone is welcome to the digital scavenger hunt, to be Sept. 29 at 2 p.m. This event is especially recommended for families with older children. Easy-moderate rating, miles are up to you.

Search for the pawpaw

The Metro Parks will host a search for the pawpaw Sept. 22 at 2 p.m. What is a pawpaw? Spend part of the first day of autumn with the Metro Parks and you will find out. Meet at Deerpath Trail off Hitchcock Road. The hike has a moderate rating of 1.5 miles.

Learn about tremendous trees

Tremendous Trees will be Sept. 28 from 1:30-3 p.m. at Fellows Riverside Gardens. In the class, children ages 6 and up will discuss the importance of trees and their uses, identify trees in the gardens and create their own tree field guide to take home. Call Fellows Riverside Gardens to register.The cost is $12, FFRG member is $10.

Bounding with butterflies

The Metro Parks will host Bounding with Butterflies Sept. 28 from 11 a.m. until noon at Fellows Riverside Garden. Children ages 3-5 will enjoy learning about and looking for butterflies, reading a story together and creating butterfly craft. Call Fellows Riverside Gardens to register. The cost is $12, FFRG member $10.

Autumn plant sale to be Sept. 28, 29

Fellows Riverside Gardens will host an autumn plant sale Sept. 28 and 29 from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. Ornamental cabbage, gourds, pumpkins, chrysanthemums, plus a large variety of spring blooming bulbs will be for sale. Call Fellows Riverside Garden for more information.

Bird walks set

Join Certified Volunteer Naturalist Nancy Brundage on bird walks Sept. 28 at 9 a.m. Bring binoculars. Meet at Newport Wetlands. Easy rating, less than one mile.

Farm tours available

Take a tractor-wagon ride through the MetroParks Farm every Sunday in September.

Children can make a craft to take home. Visit the gift shop for closeout values. Suggested donations is $2/person or $5/family.

Enter contest to have dinner with author

Do you want to have dinner with New York Times bestselling young adult author Jay Asher? Give the library some reasons - 13 reasons, to be exact. Present your arguments in any format you wish - three winners will be selected to meet Jay, have dinner with him at the Poland library, and receive an autographed copy of his award-winning novel, “Thirteen Reasons Why”. Contest runs from Sept. 1-30 and is open to teens in grades 7-12. Visit www.libraryvisit.org/13reasons or any library branch for complete contest rules and instructions.

Receive help with eReader

Bring your eReader to the Boardman library during library hours through the month of September to receive help downloading books. Call 330-744-8636 and ask for Boardman library to make an appointment for an individual session or register at the librarian’s desk. For adults and teens.

Library hosts fun for 4s and 5s

Join the Boardman library for developmentally-appropriate books, songs, rhymes, finger plays and other activities that will help your child (ages 4-5) become a successful reader every Tuesday in September at 10 a.m. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Tales for toddlers set for Wednesdays

Join the Boardman library for developmentally-appropriate books, songs, rhymes, finger plays and other activities that will help your child (ages 2-3) become a successful reader every Wednesday in September at 10 a.m. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Babies and books set at library

Babies ages 6-23 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 Sept. 13 and 27 at 10 a.m. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Farmers National Bank funds scholarship

Farmers National Bank reaffirmed its simultaneous commitment to community and education with a $3,000 gift to the Ohio Foundation of Independent Colleges (OFIC).

OFIC applied these funds to a scholarship for Ryan Pollifrone of Boardman. Pollifrone is a finance and political science major at Ohio Dominican University in Columbus.

Farmers has provided annual donations to the OFIC over the last 8 years. The OFIC, which is headquartered in Columbus, works with corporations, foundations and individuals to provide scholarship assistance to 100,000 students.

Soccer teams play for cancer

The Boardman High School girls soccer team will play in the fourth annual breast cancer game Sept. 28 at the high school. The game between the junior varsity and varsity will begin at 12:30 p.m. There will be several refreshments to purchase, baskets to raffle off and a short program to honor those who have been affected by this horrible disease.

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 Nov. 23 and runs through January 5, 2014. Visit www.mahoninghistory.org for more details.

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.

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.

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.

Sculpt with Pilates

Pilates Sculpt will be offered every Wednesday in September 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 September 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 September 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 in September 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.