Friday, October 24, 2014
History to Go will be Oct. 25
The Mahoning Valley Historical Society’s History to Go program for October will be guided walking tours of Oak Hill Cemetery. The free event will be on Oct. 25 from 2-4 p.m. A welcome table will be located at the entrance to Oak Hill Cemetery at 344 Oak Hill Avenue. Tour guides will lead visitors to several locations in the cemetery, providing history and historic images. In case of inclement weather, the event will be cancelled – check the Historical Society’s website at www.mahoninghistory.org or call the Historical Society office at 330-743-2589 for details and updates.
Drive through chicken dinner
Western Reserve United Methodist Church, located at 4580 Canfield Road in Canfield, is having a drive through chicken dinner from 4 p.m. until it is sold out on Nov. 6. The cost is $8 each and includes stuffed chicken breast, mashed potatoes and gravy, green beans and a brownie.
Tiger honored at Malone University Alumni Awards Banquet
Malone University recently recognized the 2014 Alumni of the Year at an awards banquet in their honor. The honorees included Beau Tiger, a 2004 graduate who majored in business administration. Tiger, who currently resides in Canfield was the 2014 Young Alumnus of the Year recipient.
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.
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.
Canfield United Methodist Church to host community event
Canfield United Methodist Church invites families in the community to Trunk or Treat on Oct. 26 from 4–5:30 p.m. Similar to traditional trick or treating, children will visit trunk-to-trunk collecting candy, playing games and enjoying snacks. Participants are invited to come in costume or regular clothes. Children should be accompanied by parents or responsible adults. It is requested that trunk-or-treaters not bring toy or costume weapons. Parking for participants is in the parking lot behind the church. Canfield United Methodist Church is located at 27 S. Broad St. on the Green in Canfield. For more information, call the church at 330-533-9801 or visit the website at www.canfieldumc.org.
Canfield United Methodist Church hosts a community event
Canfield United Methodist Church invites families in the community to Trunk or Treat on Oct. 26 from 4-5:30 p.m. Similar to traditional trick or treating, children will visit trunk-to-trunk collecting candy, playing games and enjoying snacks. Participants are invited to come in costume or regular clothes. Children should be accompanied by parents or responsible adults. It is requested that trunk-or-treaters not bring toy or costume weapons. Parking for participants is in the parking lot behind the church. Canfield United Methodist Church is located at 27 S. Broad St. on the Green in Canfield. For more information, call the church at 330-533-9801 or visit the website at www.canfieldumc.org.
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.
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.
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.
Helping Hands has fall deals
Helping Hands Closet at Western Reserve United Methodist Church, located at 4580 Canfield Road in Canfield has announced that fall fashions have arrived. Items will be buy two and get one free. You can also sign up for the door prize. Helping Hands Closet is open on Tuesdays from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m.
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.
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.
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.
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.