Canfield Community Briefs

Monday Night Writers meeting

Area writers, both published and unpublished, are invited to attend the next meeting of Monday Night Writers, to take place on June 16 from 6-8 p.m. at Peaberry’s Caf , located at 4350 Boardman-Canfield Road in Canfield. Led by author and professional writer Nancy Christie, the two-hour sessions include a mix of writing exercises, information on the creative and business aspects of writing and group feedback on ‘works-in-progress.’ The fee is $10 per class and registration is preferred. For more information, contact Nancy Christie at 330-793-3675 or at nancy@nancychristie.com.

Canfield students win District Congressional Art Competition

Bill Johnson recently announced that Nagmita Shrestha, a Canfield High School junior and last year’s overall winner, will represent his office in the United States Capitol as a winner of the 2014 Congressional Art Competition, An Artistic Discovery. She used charcoal and watercolors in her piece. Another Canfield High School junior, Candice Smith, was a finalist and will have her piece on display in Congressman Johnson’s Salem office for a year. She used charcoal for her artwork. The art teacher at Canfield High School is Kevin Hoopes.

International Torch Club to meet

Flora Pamer will be the speaker at the Youngstown Chapter of International Torch Clubs dinner-discussion meeting at 6 p.m. on June 16. The title of her talk is “The Marshall Plan (Germany 1945 and Beyond): Facts and Observations.” The meeting will be in Kilcawley Center, Bresnahan Rooms I and II, on the campus of Youngstown State University. The public is invited to attend. Dinner for nonmembers is $20. Call 330-757-4148 for reservations and for club information call 330-792-7351.

Helping Hands Closet to re-open

The Helping Hands Closet at the Western Reserve United Methodist Church, located at 4580 Canfield Roa in Canfield, is have a re-grand opening. The event’s purpose is to help families and individuals in many ways, including loss of possessions or need of clothing. Helping Hands Closet is open every Tuesday from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m.

Coupon swap

Come to the Canfield library on June 20 or 21 from 9 a.m. until 12 p.m. to stretch your shopping dollars by swapping coupons or learning new tips from other coupon clippers.

Halley graduates with honors

Andrew Halley, a 2010 graduate of Canfield High School, has graduated with Honors from Ringling College of Art and Design in Sarasota, Fla. with a Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree in Digital Filmmaking. Halley was named Trustee Scholar in 2013 for being the best Digital Filmmaking student, and completed a prestigious internship with the Academy of Television Arts and Sciences Foundation last summer, where he worked on the television show “Burn Notice.” He has edited one feature film, “The Lucky 6,” and is set to edit a second film, “Paradise, FL” in July. Halley plans to pursue a career in editing television and film. He currently is in Sarasota editing dailies for the finals of the International World Cup Pentathlon - an NBC Universal production.

Brown graduates from Wesleyan

Anthony Brown of Canfield graduated from West Virginia Wesleyan College on May 10 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology.

Canfield students win Art Competition

Bill Johnson recently announced that Nagmita Shrestha, a Canfield High School junior and last year’s overall winner, will represent his office in the United States Capitol as a winner of the 2014 Congressional Art Competition, An Artistic Discovery. She used charcoal and watercolors in her piece. Another Canfield High School junior, Candice Smith, was a finalist and will have her piece on display in Congressman Johnson’s Salem office for a year. She used charcoal for her artwork. The art teacher at Canfield High School is Kevin Hoopes.

Brown awarded academic achievement

Anthony Brown of Canfield was the recipient of the Wesleyan Spirit Award and Who’s Who Among Students in America from West Virginia Wesleyan College during its annual Academic and Leadership Banquet and Convocation on April 26. Vaccination clinic to be June 14

The Austintown Lions Club is sponsoring a Rabies Vaccination Clinic to take place on June 14 at The Christy Armory, located at 475 Victoria Road in Austintown, from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. The cost is $8 per animal (cash only). All dogs must be on a leash, cats must be caged. A licensed veterinarian will be on site. For additional information, contact Bob Whited at 330-792-7907 or olebert1@aol.com, or John Facemyer at 330-533-1611.

Bubble fun

Bring the family to the Canfield library on June 24 at 3 p.m. to make and play with bubbles. Learn to create recipes for different types of bubbles, including bubbles that are hard to break. Make your own wand to take home and experiment with many different objects to see what kind of bubbles you can create.

Draw a robot

Do you love to draw? Stop by the Canfield library on June 30 - July 4 during library hours to draw a robot, an android, or a cyborg and you’ll be entered to win a prize. This is for children of all ages.

Jungle Terry and his traveling zoo

Bring the whole family to the Canfield library on June 17 at 3 p.m. to have fun and learn about animals with Jungle Terry.

Who tied the knot?

Teens in grades 7-12 are invited to the Canfield library throughout June to guess the celebrity couples and you might win a prize.

Book a librarian

Need help downloading library books to your eReader, want help with your tablet or laptop, or can’t wait to download magazines and movies to your device(s)? Register at the Canfield librarian’s desk or call 330-744-8636 throughout June and ask for the specific branch to sign up for an appointment.

Recycling 101

Meet at the Canfield library on June 16 at 7 p.m. to learn about reducing, reusing and recycling, and how libraries are good for the earth.

Oh Wow! to close on Mondays

Starting on Memorial Day (May 26), OH WOW! The Roger & Gloria Jones Children’s Center for Science & Technology will be closed on Mondays. Summer hours remain in effect through Labor Day, (Sept. 1).

Pop-Up library at Simply Slavic Heritage Festival

The Pop-Up library will be at the Simply Slavic Festival on Federal Plaza East June 21 from 12-3 p.m. This event will focus on local history and genealogy resources. The Pop-Up library goes out into the community to serve you. Stop by and check out library materials, sign up for a library card, or learn about the digital resources and branch services. For information or to inquire about a Pop-Up library at your event, visit www.libraryvisit.org/popuplibrary.

Pop-Up library at the Butler

The Pop-Up library will be at the Butler Institute of American Art June 11 and 18 from 1-3 p.m. celebrating a 50-year tribute to Maurice Sendak’s “Where the Wild Things Are.” The Pop-Up library goes out into the community to serve you. Stop by and check out library materials, sign up for a library card, or learn about the digital resources and branch services. For information or to inquire about a Pop-Up library at your event, visit www.libraryvisit.org/popuplibrary.

Blood pressure check

The Salem Area Visiting Nurse Association will be having a blood pressure check on June 17 from 1-3 p.m.

Fizz, Boom, Read!

Summer reading starts June 1 at the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County. There will be special presenters, authors, prizes and surprises for participants and a chance to meet an author. Go to libraryvisit.org/summerreading or visit a PLYMC library near you to register. Fizz, Boom, Read! is summer reading with a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) theme. Children receive a coupon for a free ice cream cone from Dairy Queen and a Mahoning Valley Scrappers Game voucher just for signing up. For the first four hours read, children receive a paperback book while supplies last.

For the first eight hours read, children receive a beach ball (birth to age 8) or a light up yo-yo (ages 9-11). Children ages three and up will also get one free admission ticket to OH WOW! The Roger and Gloria Jones Children’s Center for Science and Technology. For the first 12 hours read, children earn a chance to win a $25 gift card to Toys‘R’Us (birth to age 8). Children ages 9-11 earn a chance to win an iPod shuffle. Children who read 30 hours will receive a special invitation to meet Jennifer Holm, author of “Babymouse” and “Squish,” when she visits in August.

Vacation Bible School to begin June 23

Lord of Life Lutheran Church, located at 550 North Broad Street in Canfield, will partner with Canfield Presbyterian Church, located at 140 West Main Street in Canfield, for Vacation Bible School beginning June 23-27 at Canfield Presbyterian Church. It will begin at 9 a.m. and end at noon. The theme is “Workshop of Wonders.” Children ages 4 through grade 4 are welcome to attend. The cost is $10 per child, not to exceed $30 per family, regardless of the number of children enrolled. To register, call Lord of Life Church at 330-533-3531 or register online at http://canfieldpresbyterian.org under “recent news” and VBS registration. The deadline to register is June 20.

Legacy Dog Rescue seeking donations

Legacy Dog Rescue and Friends of Fido are joining forces to help Sophie, a blind poodle mix picked up in Youngstown as a stray. With surgery she can regain her sight, but $4,000 must be raised for the procedure. On June 14 from 12-5 p.m., there will be a Chinese auction at Davidson’s Restaurant and Tavern, located at 3636 Canfield Road. There will be numerous baskets and prizes to win, including a $100 bill in the auction, a keurig coffee maker, statuary and more. There will also be a $100 lottery tree raffle. All donations are tax deductible and can be sent to Legacy Dog Rescue, PO Box 3643, Youngstown, Ohio 44513.

Blues, Brews and BBQ

Join the Ford Nature Center June 27 at 6:30 p.m. for Blues, Brews and BBQ, a fundraiser to celebrate the upcoming renovation of this historic facility. You’ll get the first peek at the new Ford Nature Center master plan as you listen to blues, dine on creative cuisine and sample craft beer and wine. Email Linda@MillCreekMetroParks.org to receive an invitation by mail. All proceeds from the event will benefit the Ford Nature Center renovation. The fee is $45 per person; advance tickets required.

Hooked on fishing

Come to the MetroParks Farm June 28 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. for a program conducted by the MetroParks police to teach children about the sport of fishing. All ages are welcome. This program is free

Three lakes trolley tour June 15

Ride the trolley to visit each of the lakes in Mill Creek MetroParks June 15 from 12-2:30 p.m. Explore the wetland boardwalk at Newport, experience a boat ride on Glacier and enjoy refreshments near Cohasset. Register by June 13 at Ford Nature Center. Adults are $10 R, $12 NR; 12 and under or 60 and over are $7 R, $10 NR. The tour boards at Ford Nature Center.

Picnic in the park

Enjoy an afternoon excursion of Mill Creek MetroParks June 20 from 1-4 p.m. Explore several park landmarks and stop for a picnic with delicious sandwiches from Gordy’s Specialty Market. Seating is limited. Pre-register/pay 36 hours in advance at Ford Nature Center. Adults are $15 R, $17 NR; 12 and under or 60 and over are $12 R, $15 NR. Boards at Ford Nature Center.

Live at the Morley

Come to the Judge Leo P. Morley Pavilion June 25 from 7-8:30 p.m. to hear the 2014 Hard Rock Rising Cleveland Champion band Winslow perform their unique brand of soul rock. Call Ford Nature Center for details.

Botanical dinners

Come to Fellows Riverside Gardens June 11, 18 or 25 from 6-8 p.m. to enjoy a dining experience overlooking Lake Glacier while learning about the featured plant of the evening. June 11 is strawberries, June 18 is asparagus and June 15 is raspberries. Briefly gather and sip on the specialty drink to find out why the plant du jour is so special. Call the Garden Caf at 330-740-7071 for reservations and pricing.

Father’s Day brunch June 15

Celebrate Father’s Day June 15 at Fellows Riverside Gardens. Enjoy a brunch catered by The Georgetown and then take a stroll through the gardens. Reservations are required. Call the Garden Caf at 330-740-7074 for seating times and reservations.

Father’s Day hike and picnic

Come to Ford Nature Center June 15 from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. for a hike. Learn about other dads in the animal world. Bring your lunch and blanket and picnic behind the Ford Nature Center. Dessert will be provided. Everyone is welcome. Moderate rating, 2 miles. Register with Ford Nature Center by June 14.

Sister park

Join Bill Whitehouse at Austintown Township Park June 29 from 2-4 p.m. to explore Mill Creek’s smaller sister park. Moderate rating, up to 2 miles.

Volunteer-led recreational hikes

On June 4, meet at Ford Nature Center at 9 a.m. for a moderate hike of 2 or 4 miles. On June 18, meet at MetroParks Bikeway Trailhead at Kirk Road at 9 a.m. for an easy hike of 2 or 4 miles. On June 24, meet at MetroParks Bikeway Trailhead at MetroParks Farm at 6 p.m. for an easy hike of 2 or 4 miles.

Volunteer-led recreational hikes are generally faster paced and focus on exercising in the outdoors.

Birding the sanctuary

Jeff Harvey of Wild Birds Unlimited will lead a walk around Mill Creek Wildlife Sanctuary June 21 from 8-9:30 a.m. Boots are required. Call Ford Nature Center at 330-740-7107 by June 20.

Zumba at the Morley

Enjoy the outdoor setting of Mill Creek MetroParks at Wick Recreation Area Tuesdays in June from 10-11 a.m. and Thursdays in June from 5:30-6:30 p.m. while you Zumba. This easy to follow, calorie burning dance-fitness party will help melt inches and stress away. A class token needs to be purchased at the Par 3 kiosk before class to participate.

Tokens will be sold on a first come first serve basis. Call Ford Nature Center at 330-740-7107 for information. The cost is $7 per class.

Yoga basics

Feel comfortable at Fellows Riverside Gardens Sundays in June from 8-9:15 a.m. in a class meant for everybody while you learn the basics taught by Karres Cvetkovich. Bring a mat and small blanket. This is a drop-in class. The cost is $10 per class.

Yoga in the gardens

Join Marina Perdos Tuesdays in June from 9:30-11 a.m. and Karres Cvetkovich Thursdays in June from 5:30-7 p.m. at Fellows Riverside Gardens for a blend of energizing yoga styles. All levels are welcome. Bring a mat and small blanket. This is a drop-in class. The cost is $10 per class.

T’ai Chi in the gardens

Come to Fellows Riverside Gardens Wednesdays in June from 12-1 p.m. for warm-ups, breathing exercises and movements from a classic Chen T’ai Chi form. The cost is $10 per class.

Pilates basics

Work on toning, shaping, core strength, alignment and breathing with Angela Lubonovich at Fellows Riverside Gardens Sundays in June from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Bring a mat and water. This is a drop-in class. The cost is $10 per class.

Cleaning with essential oils

Learn how to clean and disinfect more naturally at Fellows Riverside Gardens with Jeanette DiRubb June 21 from 10:30 a.m. until 12 p.m. as she shows you how to incorporate essential oils and specific doTERRA products to clean all areas of the home, including laundry. Bring your favorite cleaning tool (sponge, rag, etc) to test out the cleaning solutions and take home a spray bottle with your choice selection. The cost is $24; FFRG member $20.

Sacred space

Join Karres Cvetkovich at Fellows Riverside Gardens June 22 from 9:30-11:30 a.m to learn new ways to create sacred space and how to invoke harmony within. All are welcome. Call Fellows Riverside Gardens at 330-740-7116 to register. The cost is $24; FFRG member $20.

Junior golf program

Come to the Mill Creek golf course June 1 and 8 at 1 p.m. or June 17 and 24 at 11 a.m. for a weekly junior golf program consisting of one hour range time and course time to follow. The cost is $20.

Weekly golf clinic

Come to the Mill Creek golf course Wednesdays in June at 6 p.m. for one hour range time with on-course play to follow. Clinic fees are $25 (one day clinics), $45 (any two clinics), $60 (any three clinics) and $100 (any seven clinics).

Kayak trips

Come to the East Newport Boat Launch June 14 from 1-3 p.m., June 21 from 9-11 a.m., or June 28 from 10 a.m. until 12 p.m. to go on kayak trips. All skill levels are invited on these naturalist and volunteer-escorted trips. Single kayaks and a tandem are available. Age restrictions apply. Registration/payment is due 36 hours before program at Ford Nature Center. The fee is $12 per person R; $15 per person NR; second person in tandem Ω price.

Bugs of Wonderland

Come to Fellows Riverside Gardens June 28 from 12:30-1:30 p.m. to discover the bugs that live in Wonderland from the snap dragonfly to the caterpillar. Children ages 6-11 will enjoy fun activities and crafts. Call Fellows Riverside Gardens to register at 330-740-7116. The fee is $5.

Botanical soaps

Teens ages 12–17 are invited to Fellows Riverside Gardens June 28 from 3-4:30 p.m. to learn how to make their own glycerin soaps using flowers from the gardens and essential oils. Call Fellows Riverside Gardens at at 330-740-7116 to register. The fee is $10.

Guided tractor wagon rides

Join MetroParks Farm June 1 and 22 from 1-4 p.m. to explore how the farm is changing from spring to summer. Barns are also open to visit with the animals. Children’s craft fee is $1.

Family garden Fridays

Come to Fellows Riverside Gardens each Friday starting May 9 until Oct. 17 from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. to take part in activities in the family garden. Watch as the garden grows with characters from Alice in Wonderland and Wonderland-like plants. Learn about garden creatures, tools and how to care for a garden. Take part in making garden treats, listening to stories, children’s yoga and adventuring with Alice and her friends. This event is free to all.

Family tour day

Come to MetroParks Farm June 12 and 26 at 10 a.m. to take a guided tractor wagon ride and tour the barns to learn about the animals and play in the farm playroom. Call 330-533-7572 to register. Space on the wagon is limited. Pack a snack or lunch and stay around after the tour.

Scavenger hunt

Come to MetroParks Farm June 14 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. and check in with farm staff to receive your scavenger hunt bag. Follow the directions as you walk and learn about the farm. Return your bag for a prize. The fee is $3 per family R; $5 per family NR.

Flashlights and fireflies

Take a tour of Fellows Riverside Gardens June 26 from 7-8:30 p.m. as the sun dips below the horizon and the fireflies light the way. Bring a flashlight and enjoy making a firefly craft together as a family. There is a $5 suggested donation.

Summer story time

Come to MetroParks Farm June 30 from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. for a story about tractors and then use a toy tractor to make a unique painted picture. Washable paint will be used, so dress appropriately. You can visit the barns while your art work is drying. Call 330-533-7572 to register. The fee is $2 R; $3 NR.

Explore wildlife

Children ages 5-6 who are accompanied by an adult are invited to Ford Nature Center June 24 or 26 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. to discover the wildlife of Mill Creek MetroParks. Exploration will include hiking, nature games, crafts, stream-stomping, bug-catching, scavenger hunts, meeting live animals and a ride on the Lake Glacier Passenger Boat. Register at Ford Nature Center by June 17. The fee is $50 R, $60 NR.

Explore heritage and history

Children ages 8 and up are invited to Lanterman’s Mill, the Old Log Cabin and Pioneer Pavilion June 24 and 26 from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. to meet at a different historic Mill Creek MetroPark site and enjoy summer activities and explore the heritage and history of the Mahoning Valley. Camp will be based at the park’s three oldest buildings, Lanterman’s Mill, Old Log Cabin and Pioneer Pavilion. Register at Ford Nature Center by June 17. The fee $60 R, $70 NR.

True beauty

Girls ages 10-14 are invited to Ford Nature Center and Fellows Riverside Gardens June 30 and July 2 from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. to learn about true beauty. This empowering summer camp uses journaling and inspirational women to lead girls in discovering their own inner beauty. Girls will have the chance to learn, create and grow though zumba, gardening, self-defense, yoga, meditation, making lip balm, facial scrubs and friendship bracelets. Call 330-740-7107 to register. The fee is $120 R, $135 NR.

Stoneware wine chiller

Indulge your creative side at Fellows Riverside Gardens June 17 from 5:30-8 p.m. Lynn Cardwell will guide you through the process of making a stoneware wine chiller while you enjoy a summer evening outside (weather permitting). It will be glazed, fired and ready to for pick up in approximately five weeks. Call Fellows Riverside Gardens at 330-740-7116. The fee is $39; FFRG member $30.

Lily Pond hike

Come to the Lily Pond June 14 at 10 a.m. to hike the short trail and then head out onto West Glacier Drive. Moderate rating, 2 miles. Animal Charity volunteers will be on hand with some of their adoptables. Call Ford Nature Center for more information.

Traveling naturalist

A naturalist will be stationed at the Lily Pond June 22 from 1-3 p.m. Stop by to chat about the pond’s wildlife and its upcoming improvements.

Botanical delights

Come to Fellows Riverside Gardens June 14 from 2-4 p.m. to explore the differences between the tropical, fruity hibiscus (H. sabdariffa) and the other native, marsh-loving mallow (H. moscheutos) in habit, medicinal properties and more. Treat yourself to refreshments while learning how to make herbal infusions from these two hibiscus species with Mandy Smith. Call Fellows Riverside Gardens at 330-740-7116 to register. The fee is $20; FFRG member $16.

Shade gardening

Come to Fellows Riverside Gardens June 21 from 10-11:30 a.m. to learn how to light up the shady areas of your yard with colorful shade-loving plants, including annuals, perennials, trees and shrubs. Ellen Speicher will guide you on a tour of the shade garden and discuss how to care for shade-loving plants. Call Fellows Riverside Gardens at 330-740-7116 to register. The fee is $10; FFRG member $8.

Flower arranging

Come to Fellows Riverside Gardens June 7 and 8 from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. to enjoy the Ikebana flower arranging exhibit.

Garden flower show

Come to Fellows Riverside Gardens June 14 from 12-5 p.m. and June 15 from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. for a summer garden flower show presented by Garden Forum of Greater Youngstown. The public is encouraged to enter this flower show. Entries must be received on the Saturday of the show by 10:30 a.m.

Gallery exhibit

Lanterman’s Mill will be hosting a gallery exhibit June 14-22 from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. (closed Mondays) displaying artwork from aspiring artists who have been influenced by local nature and Mill Creek MetroParks. Regular mill admission applies.

Chasing the Light exhibit

Come to Fellows Riverside Gardens in the Weller Gallery June 13 through Aug. 10 from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. to see Christopher Leeper, a realist painter and local artist who works in various mediums.

Through the Lens

Come to Fellows Riverside Gardens in the Melnick Museuem through December 2014 for the Through the Lens exhibit. This exhibit displays a rare collection of glass negatives and acetate film negatives produced by two local photographers which chronicle scenes of Mill Creek Park from 1907-1926. Several portrait negatives of the period will also be on display.

Class of 1984 reunion

The Austintown Fitch Class of 1984 30-year Class Reunion will take place on July 12 from 7-11 p.m. at the Maronite Center, located at 1555 S. Meridian Road in Youngstown. Tickets are $40 per person and can be reserved by sending payment to Austintown Fitch Class of 84 Class Reunion, PO Box 1071, Perrysburg, Ohio 43552-1071. If you have any questions or comments, email eileenriffer@bex.net.

Boardman Park to offer Adventure Camp

Register online for Boardman Park Adventure Camp at www.boardmanparkcamp.com. You will create your own account where you sign up for your preferred weeks and track your payments. Discounts will be given for early bird enrollment if paid by June 6. Boardman resident and multi-sibling family discounts will be offered when application is completed. The camp will take place June 16 through Aug. 15. Camp hours are Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. for children who have completed kindergarten and up to 12 years old. Arrangements can be made if you need to bring campers early or pick them up later. In addition to experiencing the outdoors, the children will benefit from arts and crafts, team building, creative arts, science and sports. The goal of the camp is to offer young minds the opportunity to explore their imagination, discover physical fitness, expand their knowledge of sports and develop a growing sense of adventure through diverse activities. For additional information, contact Karen at 330-965-0482 or visit the park’s program page at www.boardmanpark.com.

The Ursuline Center announces 2014 guided labyrinth walks

The Ursuline Center, located at 4280 Shields Road, will begin its 2014 guided labyrinth walk season April 27 (weather permitting) with a short presentation on the Spirituality of Labyrinths at 2 p.m. in the center and a guided walk immediately following. This year the center is offering a series of themed walks. On April 27 at 2 p.m., the walk will be “On the Path to Rebirth,” on May 13 at 6:30 p.m. the walk will be “On the Path to Healing,” on June 19 at 6:30 p.m. the walk will be “On the Path to Emancipation: Freedom of Mind, Body and Spirit” in correlation with the Juneteenth holiday, on July 15 at 6:30 p.m., the walk will be “On the Path to Growing,” on Aug. 14 at 6:30 p.m., the walk will be “On the Path to Accepting,” on Sept. 16, 6:30 p.m., the walk will be “On the Path to Peace” and on Oct. 12 at 2 p.m., the walk will be “On the Path to Awareness” (presentation on Spirituality of Labyrinths in the center).

All people of faith are invited to attend, whether they are new to or experienced with walking a labyrinth. Walking the labyrinth usually takes about 20 minutes. People wishing to experience the Labyrinth but unable to make one of the guided walks can come anytime at their own convenience. There are printed guides that give suggestions for following the path provided at the Labyrinth’s entrance, but there is no right or wrong way to experience the sacred walk. People can use the labyrinth in any way they need. The Ursuline Center Labyrinth is a ministry of the Ursuline Sisters of Youngstown and open year-round from dawn to dusk for all persons of faith. There is no cost to use the Labyrinth, which is handicapped-accessible and offers ample parking. To learn more about the Ursuline Center Labyrinth, call Eileen W. Novotny, Ursuline Associate, at 330-533-3831.

Gamblers Anonymous to meet

Gamblers Anonymous, a 12-Step fellowship of compulsive gamblers who want to recover from their gambling addictions, will meet twice this week in the Youngstown-Warren area. A GA meeting is offered every Friday at Westminster Church, located at 119 Stadium Drive in Boardman and another is offered every Sunday at Christ Church Presbyterian, located at 3425 Hopkins Road in Cornersburg. Both meetings begin promptly at 7:30 p.m. and last about 1-1/2 hours. Those who believe gambling has affected any part of their lives are urged to attend. For more information, call 330-505-5060.

Banding the baby falcons

The Ohio Department of Natural Resources’ Division of Wildlife hopes to have newly hatched peregrine falcons to band and the public is invited to watch. If you would like to attend this special activity, which will take place downtown on a week day, Ford Nature Center will keep a contact list. As soon as ODNR-DOW gives the details, you will be contacted with the date and time.

Family garden Fridays

Come to Fellows Riverside Gardens Fridays starting May 9 until Oct. 17 from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. to take part in drop-in activities in the family garden. Watch as the garden grows with characters from “Alice in Wonderland” and Wonderland-like plants. Learn about garden creatures, tools and how to care for a garden. Take part in making garden treats, listening to stories, children’s yoga and adventuring with Alice and her friends.

Through the Lens exhibit

Come to Fellows Riverside Gardens in the Melnick Museum through December 2014 for the “Through the Lens” exhibit. The exhibit displays a rare collection of glass negatives and acetate film negatives produced by two local photographers which chronicle scenes of Mill Creek Park from 1907-1926. Several portrait negatives of the period also on display.

Nicotine Anonymous to meet on Wednesdays

Nicotine Anonymous is a fellowship of individuals from every walk of life who meets every Wednesday at 7 p.m. at Wickliffe Presbyterian Church, located at 45 Idlewood Road in Austintown, to solve their common problem - an addiction to nicotine. The group is based on the twelve steps of Alcoholics Anonymous and the only requirement to join is a desire to stop using nicotine. There is no cost to attend, but a freewill collection will be taken at some meetings to offset the costs of meeting expenses. For more information on Nicotine Anonymous, call Tom at 330-717-2183.

For addition support in quitting your nicotine addiction, call HMHP Regional Treatment Center at 330-306-5010 of the Ohio Guit Line at 1-800-784-8669.

Golf course to have parent/child scramble

Diamondback Golf Course has announced its Parent/Child Scramble Schedule for 2014. The nine hole, two person scramble will cost, with cart, $20 per team. Children must be ages 8-16 and there will be age appropriate tee boxes, while adults will use red or white tees. You must use the child’s tee shot on even holes and regular scramble rules apply. Dates for the scramble include April 27, May 18, June 14, July 20 and Aug. 17. The first tee time is at 3 p.m.

Lanterman’s Mill hours

Lanterman’s Mill will be having limited hours beginning April 5 on Saturdays and Sundays only from 12-4 p.m. with full hours beginning May 1. Full hours will be Tuesday through Sunday from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. and closed on Mondays. Stop in and explore the historic icon, a working 1800s era grist mill. To schedule a group tour or for detailed information on the facility, call 330-740-7107.

Through the Lens

Come to the Melnick Museum through December 2014 to take a peek at the evolution of photography during the Melnick Museum’s exhibit Through the Lens. The exhibit displays a rare collection of glass negatives and acetate film negatives produced by two local photographers, which chronicle scenes of Mill Creek Park from 1907 through 1926. In addition to park scenes, several portrait negatives of the period are on display.

Short term host family opportunities available through 4-H

Mahoning, Columbiana, Portage, and Trumbull County families will have the opportunity to welcome a young person from Japan into their home for one month this year, as part of an international exchange program being offered by the County OSU Extension, 4-H. Statewide, host families are needed for 100 Japanese youngsters (aged 12-18) and their adult chaperones, who will visit Ohio from July 23 through Aug. 18.

Host families provide the exchangees with room and board and a chance to experience daily life in America. Families are urged not to alter their daily routines or lifestyles during their visitor’s stay. Exchangees provide their own spending money, and the sponsoring organization furnishes comprehensive medical insurance.

All types of families are welcome to apply to become hosts, including urban, rural, single-parent, childless, and non-4-H families. The only requirements are that for the Japanese month-long exchange, hosts must have a family member of the same gender and approximate age of the exchangee, three meals a day, and a separate bed for the visitor.

Those interested should contact Gretchen Kalinay at 330-799-8407 or Gary Reel at 330-533-7712 for an application form and more information about this and other 4-H international exchange programs. More information and an application can be found at the website www.ohio4h.org/youth/international

Volunteers needed

Do you want to volunteer for the new library buildings in Canfield? Contact the Development Office for information and ways that you can help at 330-740-6086.