Boardman Community Briefs

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.

Dunkin’ Donuts celebrates spring

Dunkin’ Donuts is celebrating the start of spring by offering guests a free small iced coffee on April 1 during normal business hours at participating Dunkin’ Donuts restaurants in Northeast Ohio and Youngstown. All flavors of iced coffee are available and all are made from Dunkin’ Donuts’ freshly-brewed coffee. Dunkin’ Donuts uses 100 percent Arabica coffee beans and the company’s coffee specifications are recognized by the industry as a superior grade of coffee. Dunkin’ Donuts’ Iced Coffee is available in flavors such as Mocha, Caramel, Blueberry, Cinnamon, Coconut, French Vanilla, Hazelnut, Raspberry and Toasted Almond.

Tack sale March 29

The Buckeye Horse Park will present its first Equestrian Exchange Used and New Tack Sale on March 29 from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m.

Card and bingo party to be April 6

The annual spring card and bingo party at St. Brendan’s Maxwell Hall, located at 2800 Oakwood Ave. in Youngstown, will be on April 6 at 1:30 p.m. The admission cost of $5 includes lunch and tickets will be sold at the door.

Flea market to take place at Saxon Club Ballroom

Br. 22’s annual Flea Market will take place in the Saxon Club Ballroom, located at 710 S. Meridian Road in Youngstown on April 5 from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. This is an indoor flea market, luncheon and authentic baked goods sale. Lunch is available after 11 a.m. (eat in or take out) featuring their famous chicken dumpling soup, German sausage sandwiches, hot dogs, sauerkraut, chips, soft drinks and coffee. Go for lunch and stay for the $1 grocery bag sale at 1:30 p.m. (all except jewelry).

Saxon Club to have pork-kraut dinner

The Youngstown Saxon Club, located at 710 S. Meridian Road, will host its next pork-kraut dinner on March 30 from 11:30 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. The price of $8.75 for adults and $5 for children includes dessert and coffee, tea or pop. The public is welcome and take-outs will be available.

ABWA to meet

The Mill Creek Chapter of the American Business Women’s Association will meet at 6 p.m. on April 8 at A La Cart Catering, located at 429 Lisbon Street in Canfield. Speaking to members and guests on health and wellness products will be Janet Thomas of Shop.com. The menu includes assorted croissant sandwiches with side salads, coffee or tea and dessert. For reservations at $14.50 per person, call Shirley Pappagallo at 330-270-9779 or Jackie Fischio at 330-788-6634 no later than March 30.

YMCA to host annual Good Friday breakfast

The YMCA of Youngstown will host its 35th annual Good Friday Breakfast and Service on April 18 at the Central YMCA. A gourmet breakfast buffet prepared by Jorgine’s Deli will be served at 7:15 a.m. with the service beginning promptly at 8 a.m. in the community gym. The service will be delivered by Fr. Gregory Maturi of St. Dominic’s Church and feature music by soloist Joselyn Parker. The event will conclude at 8:45 a.m. Individual tickets at $12 and reservations for tables of eight at $85 may be purchased by contacting Patty Tchoryk at 330-742-4781. Due to large attendance in previous years, early registration is required by April 9. More information is available at www.youngstownymca.org. The Central YMCA is located in downtown Youngstown on the corner of Commerce and Champion Streets.

Suzelis to present lecture

Dr. Ted Suzelis, N.D. will be presenting a free seminar titled, “Blood Type Diet Meal Prep” on April 10 at 6:30 p.m. at the Ohio Naturopathic Wellness Center located in South Bridge West (behind Second Sole) at 755 Boardman-Canfield Road, Suite D-3. To register or for more details, call 330-729-1350 or register online at OhioND.com. Free admission, but RSVP is required.

Yoga workshop to be April 5

An April Yoga Workshop with Sarah Terlecki will be presented on April 5 from 9:30-10:45 a.m. at Ohio Naturopathic Wellness Center (755 Boardman Canfield Road, Suite D-3 in Boardman). Join Terlecki for her monthly yoga workshop to keep yourself healthy. All levels welcome. Bring a yoga mat and blanket. The price is $20 for adults and $15 for students. Advanced registration required by April 4 at noon by calling 330-729-1350.

BHS performs well at competition

On March 15, the Boardman High School Wind Ensemble and the BHS Symphonic Band competed at the District Band Contest at South Range High School. The Wind Ensemble earned a superior rating in Class AA and the Symphonic Band earned an Excellent rating in Class C.

Meet Clifford The Big Red Dog

Come to the Boardman library April 15 at 10:30 a.m. or 4:30 p.m. to celebrate National Library Week. Clifford The Big Red Dog will make an appearance. Bring your cameras to take pictures of your children with Clifford. For children of all ages. (Appearance only, book display, coloring sheet; no story time).

Bonding with babies and books

Caregivers and their little ones who are 6-23 months are invited to the Boardman library April 5 and 26 at 10 a.m. for 20 minutes of language enrichment, including rhymes, songs and stories, followed by time to play and socialize. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Tales and talk for 2s and 3s

Join the Boardman library Wednesdays in April at 10 a.m. for developmentally-appropriate books, songs, rhymes, finger plays and other activities that will help your children, ages 2-3, become successful readers. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Fun Time for 4s and 5s

Join the Boardman library April 1 and 22 at 10 a.m. for developmentally-appropriate books, songs, rhymes, finger plays, and other activities that will help your children, ages 4-5, become successful readers. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Smart money: fun time for 4s and 5s

Join the Boardman library April 8 at 10 a.m. for developmentally-appropriate stories and activities that will help your children, ages 4-5, learn about money. Each child will receive a piggy bank. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Smart money: tales and talk for 2s and 3s

Join the Boardman library April 9 at 10 a.m. for developmentally-appropriate stories and activities that will help your children, ages 2-3, learn about money. Each child will receive a piggy bank. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Family program

Come to the Boardman library April 16 at 10 a.m. to help celebrate National Library Week with a 30 minute family program for children ages 2-10. There will be stories and a chance to crawl through the tunnels. Children are invited to bring a matchbox car or truck to navigate our table maze. This event is a 30-minute family program for children ages 2-10.

Parachute play

Come to the Boardman library April 15 at 10 a.m. to help celebrate National Library Week with parachute play and a 30-minute family story time for ages 2-10. There will be a chance to meet with Clifford The Big Red Dog at 10:30 a.m. Bring your cameras to take pictures of your children with Clifford.

Sensory story time

Join the Boardman library April 26 at 2 p.m. for family story time with a sensory focus. This program is designed for children with different needs, including those with autism, speech and language delays, cognitive impairments, ADHD and other special needs and challenges. There will be 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 the library branch by name. Children of all ages.

Stand up and salute

Join the Boardman library April 29 at 10 a.m. for stories celebrating the month of the military child. Children must be accompanied by an adult. A 45-minute story time will have stories, crafts and game activities for preschool children.

Make a pair of earrings

Come to the Boardman library April 10 at 6:30 p.m. with your beads and make a pair of earrings. Limited to 12 people. Call 330-744-8636 to register. For adults and teens.

Writing session for tweens

Join the Boardman library April 17 at 10 a.m. for an hour-long writing activity. For tweens in grades 5-8.

Cartoon camp

Come to the Boardman library April 16 at 1 p.m. to write and draw with Wayne Bartholomew, a syndicated cartoonist from Youngstown. He will help you develop your comics and he’ll share some of his comics, too. This event is part of National Library week, which promotes literacy and artistic expression. Space is limited. Call 330-744-8636 to register. Program is open to children ages 10-17.

Juggling 101

Join special guest Anton Finch at the Boardman library April 17 at 11 a.m. to watch a juggling routine followed by a hands-on practice session. For teens and tweens.

Name the new teen area

Come to the Boardman library throughout April, check out the new teen area and help name the teen area. Just fill out an entry form and you could win a prize. For teens in grades 7-12.

TAB meeting

Come to the Boardman library April 2 at 6:30 p.m. for the monthly TAB (Teen Advisory Board) meeting. Meetings are the first Wednesday of the month. Help plan and support teen activities at the library and meet new people. Newcomers are always welcome. For teens in grades 7-12.

Blackout poetry contest

Come to the Boardman library during April to celebrate National Poetry Month. Here’s your chance to indulge in some “creative destruction” and express your inner poet. Create a poem by eliminating/blacking out the words you don’t want from newspaper and magazine articles (or book pages) that the library will provide. Three winners will be chosen from entries throughout the county and awarded cash prizes. Talk to a librarian for details. For teens in grades 7-12.

Reader’s Choice book club

Come to the Boardman library April 7 at 7 p.m. to discuss the book of the month, “The Cuckoo’s Calling,” by Robert Galbraith (pen name of J.K. Rowling). See what others are reading, share your favorite books and find out what new ones are being published.

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 Boardman librarian’s desk throughout April, or call 330-744-8636 to sign up for an appointment.

Genealogy tutorials

Meet with genealogy and local history librarian Tim Seman and receive a comprehensive demonstration of available resources. Learn about and sign up for genealogy programs. Appointments can be made at libraries throughout the system. To schedule an appointment, call 330-744-8636 or email tseman@libraryvisit.org.

Introduction to financial aid

Come to the Boardman library April 16 at 7 p.m. to learn about tools and techniques for seeking financial support for higher education. This is an introductory class on obtaining financial aid for your studies.

National Library Week trivia contest

Come to the Boardman library during library hours April 14-18 to enter the library trivia contest. The winner of a $10 Barnes and Noble gift card will be drawn from all entries submitted and the answers will be posted the following week. Contest entries must be picked up and returned to the Boardman library between April 14-18.

Advanced balloon sculpture

Come to the Boardman library April 28 at 7 p.m. for an advanced balloon sculpting class with Joe Sullivan, a.k.a. Jocko the Clown. Class is limited to 15 and materials will be provided. Adults only. Attendance in Beginner’s and Intermediate Balloon Sculpture required. Registration is required.

Learn your resources

Come to the Boardman library April 14 at 7 p.m. to learn of the many databases available at the library for the public. Questions will be encouraged.

Blood drive

The Mahoning Chapter of the American Red Cross will be taking blood donations April 21 from 1:30-6:30 p.m. to help the community. For appointments, call 1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

Blood pressure screening

The Mahoning Chapter of the American Red Cross will be having a blood pressure screening at the Boardman library April 7 from 12:30-3 p.m.

Boardman Friends of the Library meeting

Come to the Boardman library April 14 at 10 a.m. for the Friends of the Library meeting, where “Fellows Riverside Gardens: Then and Now” by Ellen Speicher, Assistant Horticulture Director at Fellows Riverside Gardens, will be discussed.

Puzzle swap

Come to the Boardman library April 9 at 5 p.m. for a jigsaw puzzle swap for the entire family. Sponsored by the Friends of PLYMC. Bring six once-done puzzles to swap.

Holiday closings

All libraries in the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County system will be closed April 19 and 20.

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, 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 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.

Newcomers Club fundraiser set for April 5

The Newcomers Club of Canfield will sponsor its annual fundraiser, “Making A Difference Through Laughter,” April 5. The event will take place at Mojos Pub-n-Grill on Mahoning Avenue in Austintown. Doors will open at 5:30 p.m., dinner will be served at 6:30 p.m. and a comedy show will begin at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $50 per person and also include a chance to win a grand prize. The event will also include a basket auction. For tickets or sponsorship information, call Jeannie Gulia at 330-651-1713 or Paula Lavin at 678-557-6414. Reservations must be completed by March 28. The Newcomers Club of Canfield Foundation provides vital funds to various local charities who support the needs of the community.

Preschool to have open house and egg hunt

Heritage Presbyterian Church, located at 1951 Matthews Road, will be having its annual community Easter Egg Hunt on April 12 from 11 a.m. until 12 p.m. In addition to the Easter Egg Hunt, Little Learners Academy Preschool, located within the church, will be having a preschool open house and taking registration for the 2014-2015 school year for children 3-5 years-old. For more preschool information, call 330-503-7707.

Bethel Lutheran to host Swiss steak dinner

Bethel Lutheran Church, located at 425 Crestview Drive in Boardman, is having a Swiss steak dinner on April 5 from 5–7 p.m. The cost will be $10 for adults and $4 for children under 12. Carry outs are available and tickets are available at the door. All proceeds go to the Bethel Brotherhood and will be used for outreach and upkeep of the church.

Boardman Middle School to present band concert

The Boardman Middle Schools will present an eighth-grade band spring concert featuring the combined Center and Glenwood jazz ensembles April 8 at 7 p.m. in the Boardman High School Performing Arts Center.

This concert will showcase the combined efforts of Boardman Center and Glenwood Middle School band programs. The concert will open with the seventh- and eighth-grade jazz ensembles. Many students are featured on improvisation solos in various musical styles from both Center and Glenwood Middle School. The eighth-grade band will opens with “Sons of Liberty” and “Crosswinds March.” Popular selections include “Roar” and “Teenage Dreams” as performed by Katy Perry. They will also perform an arrangement of “Blurred Lines” and “Get Lucky” by the Director of High School Bands Thomas Ruggieri. Admission and donations accepted at the door. Adults tickets are $3, students are $2 and senior citizens and children under ten are free.

St. Charles Borromeo presents Lenten Speaker Series

St. Charles Borromeo Parish will be hosting its Lenten breakfast series presenters March 19, 26, and April 2 and 9 in the St. Matthew Room from 7:40-8:15 a.m. March 19 will feature Mary Ann Wilson, Parishioner, March 26 will feature Diana Hancharenko, Pastoral Associate and Parishioner, April 2 will feature Terry Sell, Catechist and Parishioner, and April 9 will feature Linda Blough, Parishioner.

For more information, contact Mary Jo Kubiak at Mjkub511@yahoo.com or 330-726-1283.

Cambell Memorial High School alumni reunion

The Campbell Memorial High School Alumni Association is sponsoring an alumni reunion to take place April 12 at Mr. Anthony’s Banquet Hall. Tickets are $40 per person. The last day to purchase tickets is April 1. Tickets will not be sold at the door. There will be a cash bar. Call the alumni office at 330-799-1232 to purchase tickets, or send a self-addressed stamped envelope to Campbell Memorial High School Alumni Association, P. O. Box 23 Campbell, Ohio 44405. Include your contact information and your year of graduation. Checks should be made payable to Campbell Memorial High School Alumni Association.

St. Charles School registration

Registration for children entering St. Charles for the 2014-2015 school year is taking place now. The following materials are needed to complete registration: copy of birth certificate, copy of baptismal certificate (if Catholic) and immunization records. Effective Fall 2011, Ohio law now requires that every kindergarten or first-grade student entering school must have two varicella/chicken pox as well as the other required immunizations by day 14 of school or they cannot attend until up-to-date. Grades 4-6 students need only one varicella. Grade 7 students need Tdap or Td booster. A Social Security number and $25 non-refundable registration fee is also required. Checks can be made payable to Lumen Christi Catholic Schools. Proof of child custody (if applicable), and a copy of the child’s last report card from previous school must be provided for grades 1-8 only. The registration application takes about 10-15 minutes to fill out with basic information, including work addresses and phone numbers.

Boardman Local Schools announce 2014/2015 kindergarten registration

The Boardman Local School District is now offering kindergarten registration for the 2014-2015 school year. Any parent who is a Boardman resident interested in signing their child up for kindergarten may visit the elementary school they wish their child to attend to pick up registration forms. Requirements for registration are: the child must be five years of age on or before Aug. 1, the registration form must be completed, the original birth certificate must be supplied, proof of residency in at least two forms (tax statement, utility bill, purchase/rental agreement) as well as a residency affidavit, custody papers if applicable and payment of $25 to partially cover supply costs furnished by the school. Parents wanting to send their child to Market Street Elementary may contact the school at 330-782-3743, parents of Robinwood Lane Elementary, call 330-782-3164, parents of Stadium Elementary, call 330-726-3428, and parents of West Boulevard, call 330-726-3427.

Yoga basics

Learn the basics of yoga taught by Karres Cvetkovich Sundays in March at 10:30 a.m. at Fellows Riverside Gardens. Bring a mat and small blanket. Fee: $10 per class.

T’ai Chi course

Join Marie Lew Thursdays in March and April and May 1 and 8 at Fellows Riverside Gardens for a ten-week course that includes warm-ups, breathing exercises and instruction in the first steps of a complete classic Chen T’ai Chi form. It is designed for beginners with little or no previous background in this art of energy balancing.

Taken as a whole, this course will ground the student in the basic principles of movement and the meaning behind the movements while developing coordination, strength and flexibility.

Registration required. The fee is $100; 10 percent discount ($90) if registered by March 1.

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

A day of Asian culture

Travel to Cleveland April 24 from 8 a.m. until 8:30 p.m. to explore gardens, art, and food. Visit Cleveland’s Chinatown with guide Dr. Y.T. Chiu, tour Japanese gardens at Cleveland Cultural Gardens and Cleveland Botanical Gardens, and discover the Asian exhibits at the Cleveland Museum of Art. Register by calling Fellows Riverside Gardens. Fee: $155; FFRG member $110. Registration deadline is March 28.

Ask the naturalist

Meet at Ford Nature Center March 30 from 2-4 p.m. for a hike. Bring along your nature and MetroParks questions (or think of them along the trail) for naturalist Bill Whitehouse, and he will do his best to answer them. Moderate rating, 2 miles.

Fibonacci numbers exhibit

Come to the Weller Gallery March 28-June 8 to take a look at the world of Fibonacci numbers and their relationship to the world.

Through the Lens exhibit

Come to the Melnick Museum through December 2014 to take a peek at the evolution of photography during the Melnick Museum’s 2014 exhibit Through the Lens. The exhibit will display 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. In addition to nature scenes, several portrait negatives from the period will also be on display.

Neighborhood Ministries seeks meal sites for summer program

Neighborhood Ministries, a sponsor for the Summer Food Service Program, is seeking churches or organizations to join in providing free meals to children ages 18 and under who live in the Youngstown area. The meals are provided by the U.S. Department of Agriculture through the Ohio Department of Education from June 9–Aug. 22. Sites may choose one or two meals per day, including breakfast, lunch and/or a snack. If your church or organization is interested in receiving free meals for children this summer, please contact Neighborhood Ministries at 330-755-8696 or email SFSP@ohionm.org. The deadline for submitting a site request is March 31.

Book review and a free mug, too

Come to the Boardman library March 29 at 1 p.m. for a fundraiser for the Springfield Branch Library Capital Campaign. The book review will be “Life Goes On” by author Philip Gulley. Get an “I Love My Library” mug with refreshments for attending. Tickets are $10 and will be sold at the door and by committee members. There will be a raffle of gifts to win. For tickets and information, contact the Development Office at 330-740-6086.

Through the lens

Come see at the evolution of photography during the Melnick Museum’s 2014 exhibit Through the Lens. The exhibit will display 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 will also be on display. The photographs be on display until Dec. of 2014.

Free tax preparation and electronic filing for qualifying individuals

The Boardman library will again provide locations for free tax preparation and electronic filing for seniors and those (at any age) with low to moderate income on Tuesdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. beginning the week of Feb. 11.

To make an appointment call 330-726-2492.

The IRS Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program (VITA) and the Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE) Programs offer free tax help for taxpayers who qualify. All sites are staffed by volunteers who have been trained and certified by the IRS. TCE sites staffed by AARP volunteers.

Volunteers will provide counseling on eligibility for the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC).