Friday, October 17, 2014
Raise Up for Rosie Oct. 19
Rose Manning is the daughter of Patrick and Samantha (Buzzacco) Manning. She is their first-born daughter who, at 11-weeks old, was diagnosed with Biliary Atresia. Biliary Atresia is a rare, non-curable and life-threatening liver disease affecting about 1 in every 20,000 children. It is a progressive disease that damages the bile ducts, preventing proper liver function, ultimately destroying the liver. Rosie underwent a Kasai Procedure in July, slowing the progression of the disease and is a recipient of a liver. Rosie has been cared for and released from Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh, UPMC, where she and her parents remained for a time as she recovered. A minor surgery remains to be completed. Join the Youngstown Central YMCA, located at 17 N. Champion Street, in this 4-hour dance craze as they raise funds for this family on Oct. 19 from 1-5 p.m. There will be many of the areas hottest Zumba Æ, Belly Dance and Line Dance instructors with a variety of rhythms. There will be 50/50 raffle, Chance auction, art and snack vendors, gift baskets and more. Sponsors for the event include Z Fitness, the Jewish Community Center of Youngstown, Global Health and Fitness, Eos Whole Fitness and Bellidance, Iron House and Soza Fitness and Wellness. Admission is $10. Bring a towel. Water and fruit will be provided.
Wine tasting event to be Oct. 25
The Youngstown Shrine Club’s sixth annual Wine Taste event will take place on Oct. 25 from 7-10 p.m. at 1735 W. South Range Road in North Lima. There will be live entertainment, dancing, raffles, prizes and food by Gia Russa. The cost for the event is a $30 donation in advance or a $35 donation at the door. For more information, call 330-549-5228.
Civil War ball to be Nov. 1
A gala “Living History” Ball honoring Youngstown’s Civil War Governor, David Tod, will take place in the ballroom of the Tyler History Center in downtown Youngstown on Nov. 1 from 6-7 p.m. Proceeds to benefit the educational programs of the Mahoning Valley Historical Society. David Tod, the great-great-great grandson of Governor Tod will receive guests, as will President Lincoln, Mary Todd Lincoln and Dan Rice, a colorful entertainer of the 1800’s. There will be easy to learn period dancing, historical skits, prizes, light refreshments and more. Period dress is encouraged, but not required. To register, contact Janet Moy LaMonica at 330-793-3072 or email dtcwball@yahoo.com. The cost is $20 for adults and $10 for teens ages 13-18. For more information, visit www.davidtodcivilwarball.com or www.mahoninghistory.org, or call 330-793-3072.
Monday Night Writers scheduled for Oct. 20
Area writers, both published and unpublished, are invited to attend the next meeting of Monday Night Writers, to take place on Oct. 20 from 6-8 p.m. at Peaberry’s Caf , located at 4350 Boardman-Canfield Road in Canfield.
Led by professional writer Nancy Christie, author of “Traveling Left of Center and Other Stories,” 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.’ Plans for the upcoming “Celebrate Short Fiction” Day will also be discussed. 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.
International Torch Club meeting
The Youngstown Chapter of International Torch Club’s next dinner-discussion meeting will be at 6 p.m. on Oct. 20. Following the dinner, Charles W. Darling, Professor Emeritus of History at YSU, will deliver a paper titled “Railroad: Empire Builders.
” Railroad developers are identified as the prime movers uniting East and West to form the continental empire of the U.S. The meeting will be in the Kilcawley Center, Howard W. Jones Room, on the campus of Youngstown State University. The public is invited to attend. Dinner for nonmembers is $20. Call 330-757-4148 for reservations. For club information, call 330-792-7351.
Saxon Club to have pork-kraut dinner
The Youngstown Saxon Club, located at 710 South Meridian Road, will host its next pork-kraut dinner on Oct. 19 from 11:30 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. The price of $8.75 for adults and $5 for children will include dessert and coffee, tea or pop. The public is welcome and take-outs will be available.
Legacy Dog Rescue to host Bow Wow Ween
The Legacy Dog Rescue will present Bow Wow Ween on Oct. 18 from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. at Austintown Township Park Pavilion. There will be a Chinese auction and 50/50 raffle. Admission is free, but there is a $5 contest entry free with unlimited entry to all contests. There will be pet and child costume contests, as well as games and vendors. Fall and Halloween pictures will be available to purchase and will be printed on the spot. For more information, call 330-719-5569.
Card party and more to be Oct. 26
The St. Partick Altar Guild Card Party, Bingo and Salad Buffet will take place on Oct. 26 from 1-3:30 p.m. at St. Patrick Social Hall, located at 1420 Oak Hill in Youngstown. The cost is $5 per person and can be paid at the door.
Local students on 2014 Youngstown State University Homecoming Court
Local students Scott Miller and Alteeka Vanwright, both of Austintown, are on the 2014 Homecoming Court at Youngstown State University. Miller is a graduate of Austintown-Fitch High School and a senior at YSU, majoring in Music Education, Instrumental. Vanwright is a graduate of Youngstown East High School and a senior at YSU, majoring in Social Work.
Senior safety event to be Oct. 23
There will be a Safe Senior Symposium on Oct. 23 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. at Clare Bridge Austintown, located at 1420 South Canfield Niles Road in Austintown. Caregivers can bring their loved ones to register them with the Mahoning County Sherriff’s HOMESAFE Identification Program. The special guest presenter is Robert Williams/Assistant Fire Chief at the Austintown Fire Department. Scheduled presentations include senior self defense at 10 a.m. and 12:30 p.m., home safety awareness for seniors at 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. and personal records preparation for emergency situations at 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Registration is required by Oct. 21. For more information, call Nickie Keagy at 330-270-1448. Sponsors for the event include MAXIM.
Fall Senior Citizens Dinner
Dinner, entertainment and fun is on the menu for Austintown senior citizens. Austintown residents, who are 65 and older, are invited for the Fall Senior Citizens Dinner on Oct. 23. Board members, school staff and student groups will serve dinner at 4 p.m. at Fitch High School. Students will entertain the guests until 6 p.m. Advanced reservations are required. The cost of the dinner is $2. Call 330-797-3919 by Oct. 20 to reserve your seat.
AMS PTA to host annual craft show
On Nov. 8, the Austintown Middle School PTA will host it’s 31st annual Craft Show from 10 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. at Austintown Middle School, located at 800 Racoon Road. This event will feature more than 200 vendors selling homemade crafts, food, art, clothing, jewelry, cosmetics and more. There will also be a Chinese Auction and a 50/50 raffle. Admission is free for all so stop in for a day of shopping and fun. Vendor spaces are still available. For more information, contact Michelle Misik at 330-559-8791 or Deb Fuller at 330-506-6626.
Women’s group to host sale
The women’s group of Grace Lutheran Church, located at 162 South Raccoon Road in Austintown, with host its annual Trash and Treasure sale on Nov. 1 from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. There will be household goods, clothing, holiday decorations, toys, books and miscellaneous items. Baked goods will also be available for sale. At 12:30 p.m., all clothing will be $1 per bag and all merchandise will be half off. Proceeds from the sale will be given to area charities. A lunch of homemade vegetable beef soup or a prok and sauerkraut sandwich, followed by a piece of pie, will also be available. Also offered are hot dogs, sloppy Joes, soda pop and coffee.
Local Dairy Queens to host pumpkin hunt
There will be a free pumpkin hunt with candy, prizes and mini pumpkins for children ages 2-9 on Oct. 25 at noon at the Cornersburg Dairy Queen, located at 3555 S. Meridian Road, or on Oct. 26 at 3 p.m. at the Austintown Dairy Queen, located at 146 N. Canfield-Niles Road. Decorate your own pumpkin free with a Dairy Queen cupcake purchase (while they last). There will also be a costume contest prior to the hunt on the day of the event.
HMHP presents “Coping With Stress”
Humility of Mary Health Partners will present “Coping With Stress: What to Do When Life Isn’t Perfect” with Rachel O’Neill, Ph. D., for the autumn Women in Touch program. O’Neill, who has more than 14 years’ experience in the mental health profession, will discuss strategies to effectively manage stress and improve one’s health. Continuing education credits are available for nurses, dieticians, dietary technicians and social workers. The program is offered twice: from 5-7 p.m. Oct. 28 at Ciminero’s Banquet Center in Niles, and from 5-7 p.m. Oct. 29 at Mr. Anthony’s in Boardman. Tickets cost $18 and include dinner. Registration is required and can be made by calling 330-480-3070.
Pasta dinner to benefit local non-profits
The Potential Development Program and Help Hotline Crisis Center will be hosting a pasta dinner on Oct. 19 at Holy Family Social Hall, located at 2729 Center Road in Poland from 12-4 p.m. The dinner includes pasta, meatballs, salad, rolls and dessert and will be prepared by members of the Local 396 Pipetrades Union. This annual event benefits both agencies and will feature a basket raffle and 50/50 raffle. Tickets to this event can be purchased for $8 for adults and $5 for children under 12 by calling Shellie at 330-746-7641 or Todd at 330-747-5111. Carryout dinners are also available. Proceeds from this event will support Potential Development’s School of Autism and the Help Hotline Crisis Center’s 24/7 Emergency Phone Line. For more information about Potential Development or Help Hotline Crisis Center, visit them on Facebook or online at www.PotentialDevelopment.org and www.helphotline.org.
Friends of Fido and Legacy Dog Rescue announce Night at the Races
Friends of Fido and Legacy Dog Rescue will hosting a Night at the Races on Nov. 15 at the St. Maron Church Antioch Hall, located at 1555 S. Meridian in Youngstown. The doors will open at 6 p.m., with the first race running at 7 p.m. The admission price is $5. If you pre-buy your ticket, you will receive five free Chinese Auction tickets. Bring 10 or more pounds of dog food and you will receive five more free Chinese Auction tickets. In addition to the Chinese Auction, there will be a 50/50 raffle, food and beer for sale. Pre sale tickets are available now. Call Jenn at 330-719-5569 or Shirley at 330-720-7216 if you would like to purchase your tickets early and get free Chinese Auction tickets.
Friends of the Austintown Library meeting
Lori Stone will discuss changes in the military for women from WWII to present and the VA Clinic on Belmont Avenue in Youngstown at the Friends of the Austintown library meeting on Oct. 27 at 10 a.m. She is currently a volunteer at the VA Youngstown Outpatient Clinic.
Blood pressure check
There will be a Blood Pressure Check by Salem Area Visiting Nurse Association at the Austintown library on Oct. 28 from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m.
Make handmade cards
Learn to create your own handmade cards using stamps, punches and other fun tools Oct. 13 at 6:30 p.m. and Oct. 24 at 10 a.m. at Austintown library. Each participant will create a greeting card with a matching envelope. Class size is limited and registration required. This class is for adults.
Blind date with a book
Throughout the month of October at the Austintown library, participate in Blind Date With a Book. Books will be packages in plain brown paper.
Basic Computer Class: email
Learn how easy it is to set up your own email account on Oct. 20 at 9:30 a.m. at the Austintown library. This is a beginner’s class that will cover setting up an Internet based email account and how to use it. Some knowledge of computers and Internet is required. Space is limited to three people. Call to register 330-744-8636 and specify Basic Computer Class at Austintown: email. This event is for adults.
Library Eats Book Club – soups
There’s a chill in the air, so it’s time to warm up with soups and chowders on Oct. 30 at 6 p.m. at the Austintown library. They will be discussing “souper” cookbooks. For adults.
Local church to have October food events
Smith Corners United Methodist Church, located at 3000 S. Canfield Niles Road in Austintown, is having food events in October. On Oct. 24-25, the Ladies Circle will be having its semi-annual Vegetable Soup sale, at the price of $6 per quart. Bring your containers. Orders are requested by calling the church office at 330-799-9390.
South High Class of 1965 reunion planning
The South High Class of 1965 has begun making plans for their 50th class reunion in September 2015. The committee is looking for up-to-date addresses and e-mail addresses. Details and information can be obtained by going to the class website at youngstownsouth65.com or by calling Gene at 703-625-4317 or Cheryl at 330-787-1381.
Shining Light dinner benefit
Neighborhood Ministries will hose “Who We Are” Shining Light, a benefit dinner and auction, on Oct. 24 at the Byzantine Center at the Grove, located at 3801 Shady Run Road in Youngstown. Hors d’oeuvres will be served at 6 p.m. and dinner will be at 7 p.m. The dinner menu includes stuffed chicken breast, parsley potatoes, vegetable medley, penne pasta with meatball, salad, roll and butter, dessert and beverage. Gift baskets and gift certificates from area businesses and partners will be auctioned. Some of the participating merchants are Long John Silvers, Raks Clothing, Braydich Dental, Great Clips, Harbor Pets, Family Christian Bookstore, Barnes N Noble, Agnew Farm Equipment and other creative gift baskets.
Bounce announces Halloween party
Austintown Bounce, located at 4317 Kirk Road in Austintown, is hosting its annual Halloween party on Oct. 18 from 6-9 p.m. Different food packages for children and adults will be available for purchase. Wear your costume. The event will feature prizes, giveaways and games for all children. Call 330-793-JUMP(5867) for more details or visit their website at austintownbounce.com.
Genealogy discussion group
Whether you are brand new to genealogy or a seasoned veteran, join the Austintown library’s informal discussion group and share your research tips, experiences, successes and road blocks with others who are exploring their family trees on Oct. 23 at 6 p.m. This event is for adults.
Show What You Know: Crochet
Learn how to crochet at the Austintown library every Tuesday in October at 6 p.m. No experience is needed. This event is for beginners or those who want to brush up on their techniques and skills. Bring a size G or H crochet hook and a ball of 4-ply worsted yarn to make a special project. The event is a presented by Bev Miller as part of a series of four sessions. Class size limited. Sign up now by calling 330-744-8636 and ask for the Austintown library. The event is for adults and teens.
Sixth annual Danielle Scott Memorial Poetry Contest
Danielle Scott was a beloved Teen Advisory Board member whom was lost to cancer, and the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County is sponsoring the sixth annual poetry writing contest to honor Danielle and her love of writing. Teens may enter one poem with a theme of their choice. Entries may be submitted online at http://www.libraryvisit.org/danielle or on standard 8 1/2 inch by 11 inch paper (not to exceed two pages) to any public library by Oct. 31. If you submit your entry online, select the writing type (poem) and be sure to include your phone number. Hard copies must be typed. Be sure to include your name, telephone number, grade and school on your entry. Entries are not returnable. One winner will be chosen and will be awarded a plaque and a monetary prize. All entrants must be in grades 7-12 and either live in or attend school in Mahoning County.
Duct Tape Halloween
Make Halloween creations with duct tape at the Austintown library on Oct. 21 at 6 p.m. This event is for teens in grades 7-12.
Saturday movie matinee
Join the Austintown library for a Saturday Movie Matinee on Oct. 18 at 2:30 p.m. Bring your own snacks and drinks to enjoy during the movie. Children age 7 years and younger must be with an adult. The movie will be a newly released DVD rated PG or G.
Grab and go craft
Make a craft to take home throughout regular hours during October at the Austintown library. This is for children of all ages.
Gotta Move story time
Join the Austintown library for a variety of musical and movement activities that appeal to the “young and restless,” stimulate brain development and motivate language learning Thursdays in October at 10 a.m.. Adults and children, get ready to act out stories and rhymes, sing and dance, and talk and play. This event is for children ages 2-5 who are accompanied by a caregiver. Oct. 30 will be a holiday program and costumes are welcome.
Family story time
Celebrate Fall Harvest at the Austintown library’s family story time on Oct. 22 at 6 p.m. Listen to stories about fall, make a craft and enjoy a caramel apple. This event is for children of all ages.
Tales and Talk for 2s and 3s
Join the Austintown library for developmentally appropriate books, songs, rhymes, finger plays and other activities that will help your child (ages 2-3) become a successful reader Wednesdays in October at 10 a.m. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Oct. 29 will be a holiday program and costumes are welcome.
Bonding with Babies and Books
This event is for caregivers and their little ones who are 6-23 months. The Austintown library will host twenty minutes of language enrichment including rhymes, songs and stories, followed by time to play and socialize Tuesdays in October at 10 a.m. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Pre-Kindergarten story time
There will be a program for 4- and 5-year-olds every Wednesday in October at 11:30 a.m. at the Austintown library to help develop pre-literacy and kindergarten readiness skills. They will use books, stories, rhymes, music, movement and crafts to help your child get ready for kindergarten. Oct. 29 will be a holiday event and costumes are welcome.
National College announces Dean’s List
National College in Youngstown and the American National University online program released the Dean’s List for the second spring term. The following students, from Austintown, earned a minimum grade point average of 3.5 out of a possible 4.0, and thus achieved the honor and privilege of being placed on the Dean’s List: Hannah Napolitan and Bre’Shawn Williams.
Preschool now accepting new students
The Potential Development Preschool is now accepting applications for new students. The Preschool is an early childhood special education center that focuses on working with children ages 2 1/2 - 6 years-old who have behavioral problems, developmental delays and/or Autism Spectrum Disorder. Students enrolled at Potential Development benefit from low teacher to student ratios, an extended school year that runs through the end of July, on site speech and occupational therapy services, more than 60 years of experience in working with children with special needs and weekly Gymsters classes. The preschool program is licensed by the Ohio Department of Jobs and Family Services and participates in the Step Up to Quality program (SUTQ), a voluntary quality rating system for early care and education programs. The school is 1 of 6 preschools in Mahoning County to receive a Four-Star Rating from SUTQ out of a possible Five Stars. For more information on Potential Development’s Preschool or on how to enroll, visit the agency’s website at www.PotentialDevelopment.org or call Mary Beth Loto, Program Coordinator, at 330-746-7641 to schedule a tour.
Shop Owner’s Night
That Quilt Group I Belong To will sponsor a Shop Owner’s Night on Oct. 21 at the Fair Park Rotary Building, locates at 320 Oak St. in Canfield. The doors will open at 6 p.m. Participating shops include The Needleworks in Sagertown, PA, Flaming Ice Cube in Boardman, Village Quilts in Canfield, Thirty-One, Lacie Hart and With Needle in Hand in Boardman. Fabrics, notions, embellishments, kits, yarn and bags to carry it in will be offered for sale. The event is open to the public, and there is no admission fee. Door prizes and refreshments will be provided. That Quilt Group I Belong To Is open to all quilters in the Mahoning Valley, including all skill levels. For membership information, call president Ginger Mangie at 330-702-0532.
T’ai Chi Step One
Ease stress, improve health, and increase vitality. Join Marie Lew at Fellows Riverside Gardens Wednesdays in October from noon until 1 p.m. in warm-ups, breathing exercises and selected movements from a classic Chen T’ai Chi form. This is a drop-in class and the cost is $10 per class.
Pilates basics
Work on toning, shaping, core strength, alignment, and breathing with Angela Lubonovich every Wednesday in October from 6:30-7:30 p.m. at Fellows Riverside Gardens. Bring a mat and water. This is a drop-in class and the cost is $10 per class.
Yoga in the Gardens
Join Marina Perdos in the mornings and Karres Cvetkovich in the evenings for a blend of energizing yoga styles that will help you keep a healthy outlook on Tuesdays and Thursdays in October from 9:30-11 a.m. or 5:30-7 p.m. at Fellows Riverside Gardens. Oct. 30 will only offer an evening class. All levels are welcome. Bring a mat and small blanket. This is a drop-in class and the cost is $10 per class.
Pumpkin picking wagon rides
Take a guided tractor and wagon ride at Mill Creek MetroParks Farm Oct. 18 from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. and Oct. 19 from 1-4 p.m., then pick a pumpkin to take home. Supplies will be on hand to decorate. Barns are also open to visit the animals and don’t forget to find your way through the corn maze. The wagon leaves approximately every 1/2 hour and the cost for just the wagon ride is $1 and a wagon ride with a pumpkin is $4.
View from above
Last year, the MetroParks constructed an elevated observation platform to allow visitors to freely view the without disturbing the birds and other wildlife there. The deck elevation combined with the natural topography of the site puts observers approximately 50 feet above the ponds. Ohio Certified Volunteer Naturalist Nancy will be stationed there on Oct. 19 from 9 a.m. until noon. Stop by to look for birds and chat.
Pumpkin carving
Have fun helping to carve pumpkins for display at the Pumpkin Walk at Twilight Oct. 19 from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. Carving area is in the Service Building, which may be chilly, so dress warm. Carving tools will be available or bring your own. Available while supplies last.
Birding the sanctuary
Search for birds with Jeff Harvey of Wild Birds Unlimited on Oct. 18 from 8-9:30 a.m. at the Mill Creek Wildlife Sanctuary. Boots are required. Register by Oct. 17 at Ford Nature Center.
MetroMutts: Howl-O-Ween hike
Have a howl of a good time on this trek down the MetroParks Bikeway on Oct. 18 from 10-11 a.m. Bring your dog dressed in his/her Halloween finest. You can dress up too. Refreshments will be served after the hike in the pavilion. MetroMutts members receive a free pumpkin. This hike has an easy rating of 2 miles. Call Ford Nature Center for details.
Air rifle safety class
There will be an air rifle safety class, for ages 10-16 on Oct. 18 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. at the MetroParks Farm classroom. The calss will consist of learning safe handling, nomenclature and being responsible, followed by outdoor instruction. Explanation of various types of bb/pellet guns to include CO2 powered, single pump and multiple pneumatic pump actions. Shooting positions will be used, including standing, kneeling and prone (weather permitting). Attendees will have the opportunities to shoot a multitude of targets, from paper bull’s-eye to balloons and other similar targets. The class is limited to 25 students. Call MetroParks Police at 330-744-3848 to register.
Family Halloween bash
Dress in your Halloween finest and join Mill Creek Park on Oct. 18 from 3:30-6:30 p.m. at Lanterman’s Mill for fun activities, food, music and dancing with Diva Productions, a costume competition and more. Register/pay at Ford Nature Center by Oct. 15. The cost is $15 R, $18 NR for a family of three; extra family members $3R, $5NR. Children under 3 free with family registration.
Recreational hikes
There will be a recreational hike, a faster paced volunteer-led hike on Oct. 19 at 2 p.m. Meet at tFord Nature center. The hike has a moderate rating of 4 miles.
Pumpkin walk
Experience the magic of the fall season as you walk along the Gardens pumpkin-lined paths while day turns to night on Oct. 19 from 5:30-8 p.m. at Fellows Riderside Gardens. Families will enjoy live entertainment and children’s activities. This event is free and open to the public.
Doodlebugs: owl lanterns
Ages 5–7 can create a fun owl lantern as they learn about pattern and a short history of paper lights on Oct. 21 from 4:30-5:30 p.m. at Ford Nature Center. Have the chance to meet a feathered friend and learn about this cool creature of the night. Register/pay by Oct. 19. The cost is $7 R; $8 NR.
Fused glass ornaments
Lynn Cardwell will guide you through the process of making three fused glass ornaments on Oct. 21 from 5:30-7 p.m. at Fellows Riverside Gardens. They will be fired and ready for pick up in approximately four weeks. Call Fellows Riverside Gardens to register. The cost is $39; FFRG member $30.
Recreational hikes
There will be a recreational hike, a faster paced volunteer-led hike on Oct. 21 from 6-7 p.m. Meet at the MetroParks Bikeway Trailhead at Kirk Road. The hike has an easy 2 or 4 miles.
Gardening basics: shrubs for your garden
Explore the Gardens with Lynn Zocolo to learn about the lesser known shrubs that are simply perfect for the home landscape on Oct. 23 from 6:30-8 p.m at Fellows Riverside Gardens. Callicarpa, Kerria and Enkianthus are just a few that can add interest to your garden all season long. Fall is the best time for planting woody shrubs with the cool weather and all of those garden center sales. Call Fellows Riverside Gardens to register. The cost is $10; FFRG member $8.
Creative Creekers: web weavings
Children ages 8–12 can discover the cool web-inspired artwork of Tomas Sarceno on Oct. 24 from 4:30-5:30 p.m. at Ford Nature Center. Learn about spiders and their beautiful works of art as you create your own web-inspired weaving. Register/pay by Oct. 22. The cost is $7 R; $8 NR.
Wax pumpkins
Children ages 6–9 can learn how to create their own wax pumpkin candles by melting those leftover bits and pieces of crayons on Oct. 25 from 10-11:30 a.m. Call Fellows Riverside Gardens to register. The cost is $5
Carved pumpkin art
Children ages 10–17 can get creative this autumn by making their pumpkin a work of art on Oct. 25 from 12-1:30 p.m. Learn techniques and which tools are the best to make your jack o’ lantern. Call Fellows Riverside Gardens to register. The cost is $10.
Creating sacred space
Karres Cvetkovich will guide you on how to go about creating space for the new you to emerge, to blossom, to outgrow the chrysalis which now binds to the past on Oct. 26 from 10:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. Practice letting go of the old, coming into the present moment, and touching into your sacred soft spot of tenderness and harmony along the way. Conceive and muse about personal sacred home space for honoring yourself and all that you truly value. Call Fellows Riverside Gardens to register. The cost is $26; FFRG member $22.
Season changes
The MetroParks Farm is closing for the season. Make one last visit to the Barns and the Playroom before winter on Oct. 26 from 1-4 p.m. They will be relocating some of our animals, winterizing the barns for those animals that stay and begin breeding and planning for next year. The farm will re-open on April 12, 2015 with Farm Animal Baby Shower.
Witch walk
Halloween arrives next week. Are witches around today? Join a hike on Oct. 26 from 2-4 p.m. to search for them. This hike has a moderate rating of 2 miles. Meet at Ford Natuer Center.
Audubon Society/Mahoning Valley
Heather Merritt, local licensed bird rehabilitator, and director of “Birds in Flight Sanctuary” will share what it takes to bring birds back to health after an accident on Oct. 28 from 7-8 p.m. at the MetroParks Farm.
Recreational hikes
There will be a recreational hike, a faster paced volunteer-led hike, on Oct. 29 from 9-10 a.m. Meet at the MetroParks Bikeway Trailhead at Kirk Road. The hike has an easy 2 or 4 miles.
Looking for classmates
The Boardman High School class of 1965 has begun making plans for their 50th class reunion on Aug. 29, 2015. The committee is looking for current addresses of classmates. To contact the reunion group with names, addresses, phone numbers and email addresses, get in touch with either Theresa (Lopac) Cannon at 330-758-1339 or by email at jctc7464@yahoo.com, or Waldene (Burnett) Kane at 330-726-9236 or by email at waljkane@icloud.com.
Hudson Fasteners needs votes
Hudson Fasteners, Inc., a Youngstown Business Incubator portfolio company, has applied for a $150,000 grant from Chase as part of a newly launched program, Mission Main StreetSM Grants. Hudson Fasteners must submit a questionnaire outlining a business plan that will result in growth of the business and receive at least 250 votes to be eligible for a grant. Full eligibility requirements are available in the program rules. Customers, fans and community members can show support for Hudson Fasteners by voting at https://www.missionmainstreetgrants.com/business/detail/4169 using Facebook Connect.
Youngstown Steel exhibit
Come to the outdoor gallery at Fellows Riverside Gardens through fall 2014 from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. to view the steel sculptures by artist Tony Armeni that celebrate Youngstown’s spirit of invention.
Through the Lens exhibit
Come to the Melnick Museum at Fellows Riverside Gardens through fall of 2014 from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. to view a collection of rare glass negatives and acetate film negatives produced by two local photographers which chronical scenes from Mill Creek Park from 1907 - 1926.