Canfield Community Briefs

Team Teddy Foundation fundraiser

Come to Harding Park’s Kyle Pavilion, located at 249 Roosevelt Drive in Hubbard, Sept. 27 from 12 - 7 p.m. for the second annual Theodore Foltz-Tedesco Memorial Picnic and Car Cruise. There will be a Chinese auction, 50/50 raffle, door prizes, games and prizes for children and awards will be given out to car show participants. Food and refreshments will be available. Entertainment will include DJ Lucas Powell, Steel Valley Rockers, 2nd Chance and more. Anyone wanting to donate to the Chinese auction can call Shawn Tedesco at 724-301-6954 or Margaret Van Dyke at 330-755-7542. Proceeds from the fundraiser will benefit The Team Teddy Foundation for the fight against child abuse and for Teddy’s Law.

Monday Night Writers meeting scheduled for Sept. 15

Area writers, both published and unpublished, are invited to attend the next meeting of Monday Night Writers, to take place on Sept. 15 from 6-8 p.m. at Peaberry’s Caf , located at 4350 Boardman-Canfield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. 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.

Church to host clothing outreach

The United Methodist Women of Western Reserve United Methodist Church, located at 4580 Canfield Road in Canfield, will host a free missions clothing outreach on Sept. 20 from 9 a.m. until noon in the Fellowship Hall. This event is open to the public and there will be a light breakfast. Park on the left side of the church and enter into the Fellowship Hall.

International Torch Clubs discussion

The Youngstown Chapter of International Torch Clubs dinner-discussion meeting will be at 6 p.m. on Sept. 15. Following the dinner, members S. Floyd Barger and Donald Butler will debate the issue of “Hobby Lobby Wins Contraceptive Ruling in Supreme Court.” The meeting will be in 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.

Survivor Run to be Oct. 11

There will be a Survivor Run and Pink Out on Oct. 11 at Buckeye Horse Park’s Competitive Ride Clinic. The Ride will cover 12 miles and helmets are required. Participants can learn about competitive trail riding and meet new people. There will also be food and prizes. The clinic starts at 8 a.m. Any additional proceeds from the event will be donated to the Joanie Abdu Comprehensive Breast Care Center to support Joanie’s Promise Fund. For more information and registration forms, visit the Survivor Run Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/groups/1506005426296196/ or contact Megan Hruska at 321-750-2966 or by email at mshruska@gmail.com.

Class of 1956 reunion

The Chaney High School Class of 1956 luncheon reunion will take place at Davidson’s Restaurant in Cornersburg on Oct. 2 at 11:30 a.m. The buffet cost is $7.99 or you can choose to order from the menu. For more information, contact Larry Probert at 330-799-1204.

Annual golf classic announced

Canfield Community Care Net (CCCN) has announced that the 13th Annual Paul Baringer Golf Classic will take place on Sept. 19 at Kennsington Golf Club in Canfield. The event features 18 holes of golf with cart, lunch and Winner’s Circle buffet sponsored by Briarfield Rehabilitation – Eldercare – Senior Living. Hole-in-one prizes include a 2014 Chevy Cruze and vacation trips, provided by Stadium GM Superstore of Salem. The registration is $125 per golfer and corporate packages are available. To register or for more information, contact Melinda McGowan at 330-207-6733 or support@canfieldcommunitycarenet.org. Canfield Community Care Net works to assist those people in the Canfield community who have or are experiencing financial difficulties from a debilitating illness, medical condition, or other personal or family fiscal shortfall. CCCN has been helping local families for more than ten years, distributing contributions in excess of $400,000.

Russian orphan fundraiser

A homemade spaghetti dinner fundraiser will take place on Sept. 19 from 4:30-6:30 p.m. at the Western Reserve United Methodist Church, located at 4580 Canfield Road (Rt. 62). The funds raised will help cover medical treatment for Kolya Deiken, a disabled Russian orphan from Dmitrov, Russia. Deiken first came to our area as a child to be fitted for prosthetic legs several years ago, however he has outgrown his prostheses, and costly adjustments need to be made. The dinner will be prepared by the Russo Family and ticket prices are $10 for adults, $6 for ages 6-12, and ages five and under are free. The dinner includes spaghetti and two meatballs, salad, bread, dessert and beverages. Deiken, Vlad and an interpreter will be present at the dinner. For more information, contact Rev. Kathryn Adams at 330-719-2902 or revkathryn927@aol.com

CWF rummage sale to be Sept. 20

The Canfield Women’s Fellowship rummage sale will take place on Sept. 20 from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. at the Canfield Christian Church Fellowship Hall, located at 123 S. Broad St. in Canfield (next to Oddfellows Lodge). All unsold items will be donated to local help agencies.

Lester named to Honor’s List

Nicole Lester of Canfield was named to the Honors List at Mercy College of Ohio for the summer semester.

To be named on the Honor’s List, a student must achieve a grade point average of 3.3 or higher and be enrolled for 6-11 credit hours.

Abou-Osman named to Dean’s List

Somia Abou-Osman of Canfield was named to the Dean’s List at Mercy College of Ohio for the summer semester. To be named on the Dean’s List, a student must achieve a grade point average of 3.3 or higher and be enrolled for 12 or more credit hours.

Auction to benefit area dogs

There will be a Chinese auction on Sept. 13 from 12-5 p.m. at Davidson’s, located at 3636 Canfield Road, to raise awareness on heartworm prevention and treatment. There will be baskets and many gift cards to bid on. The winner need not be present and 100 percent of the money raised goes directly toward helping the dogs of Mahoning County. There has been a decline in monetary contributions, but an increase in the number of animals being abandoned, abused and neglected.

Shepherd of the Valley seeking applicants

Shepherd of the Valley is looking for individuals to join their team. With locations in Austintown, Boardman, Poland, Niles and Howland and open positions in maintenance, activities, housekeeping, accounting, administration, dietary, nursing and home health, there is something to offer everyone. There will be an open house at the corporate headquarters, located at 5525 Silica Road in Austintown, on Sept. 8 from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. Interested candidates may apply and be interviewed the same day for any one of the available openings. A complete list of openings is viewable on the company website at www.shepherdofthevalley.com. If unable to attend, but interested in an opening, candidates may apply online at www.shepherdofthevalley.com. For additional information, contact Celina Williams, HR Director, at 330-530-4038 ext. 2038.

Truck sale to be Sept. 13

The Immaculate Heart of Mary will have a “Treasures in Your Trunk Sale,” sponsored by its Social Concerns Group, from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. on Sept. 13. The sale will take place in the church parking lot, located at 4500 Norquest Blvd. in Austintown. Only 100 spaces are available at $10 per space and they are filling up fast. No refunds will be given for any reason. Take your own table (up to 8 feet) for setting up in front of your trunk. Homemade baked goods, food and beverages will be available. A used book sale will take place in the Parish Center at the same time. Also available this year will be a large selection of fresh mums from a local nursery. For more information, or to obtain a registration form, call Dolly Anderson at 330-792-8355 or Rebecca Velasco at 330-799-7751.

Yoga in the gardens

Join Marina Perdos from 9:30-11 a.m. and Karres Cvetkovich from 5:30-7 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays in September at Fellows Riverside Gardens for a blend of yoga stles. All levels are welcome. Bring a mat and small blanket. Drop-in class. $10 per class.

A loose knit group

Enjoy the view from the Antonucci library at Fellows Riverside Gardens on Sept. 5 (and every two weeks on Friday until Sept. 19) from 10 a.m. until 12 p.m. as you help to create blankets for organizations that give to those in need. All helping hands are welcome, both experienced and anyone wanting to learn to knit or crochet. Donations of yarn and needles are appreciated at any time.

Family garden Fridays

Come to Fellows Riverside Gardens each Friday through Oct. 17 to take part in fun 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. Registration not required.

Fall fun at Lanterman’s Mill

Go to Lanterman’s Mill on Sept. 13 from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. for some harvest time fun. Take a turn grinding grain, carding and spinning wool, playing games from the past, exploring the grist mill to see how things were done in the 1800’s and more. Regular mill admission fees apply. Craft activity available for $2 fee.

The Farmer and the Chef

Come to MetroParks Farm on Sept. 13 from 6:30-10 p.m. as chefs and farmers work together to create an array of freshly prepared cuisine from locally grown vegetables, fruit, meat and dairy products. Sample amazing food and craft beer in the barn decorated by Something New, enjoy desserts, including mini cupcakes made with an assortment of veggies and vote for your favorite soup in the People’s Choice competition.

Gail George and Donkey Engine will be performing for your listening and dancing pleasure.

The Green Cathedral Half Marathon

Mill Creek MetroParks is proud to announce the second annual Green Cathedral Race presented by Zim’s Max Freeze and sponsored by WFMJ/WBCB on Sept. 14 from 7 a.m. until 1 p.m. If you’re looking for a competitive run, a fun run, or a leisurely scenic walk through Mill Creek Park then this is the event for you. Proceeds benefit the Wick Recreation Area Children’s Playground Project. Register online at www.gopherarun.com or visit www.millcreekmetroparks.org for a printable registration form and event details. Contact Rikki Brammer at rikki@millcreekmetroparks.org for course description and event questions. The half marathon starts at 8:30 a.m., the 5k starts at 8:45 a.m., and the Kid’s Fun Run starts at 8 a.m. The half marathon early registration fee is $35; after Sept. 5 it’s $40, the 5k early registration fee is $25; after Sept. 5 it’s $30 and the Kids Fun Run (ages 10 and under) is free.

Idora: 30 Years Later

Come to Lanterman’s Mill on Sept. 14 from 2-3:30 p.m. to share your memories of Idora Park as you walk through the perimeter of what was once the beloved amusement park. Easy, one mile. Call Ford Nature Center for details.

Fused glass pendants

Lynn Cardwell will help students create two fused glass pendants at Fellows Riverside Gardens on Sept. 16 from 5:30-7 p.m. The pendants 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

Come to the Golf Course overflow parking lot on West Golf Drive Sept. 16 from 6-7 p.m. for faster paced recreational hikes of one or three miles.

Visit Lincoln Park

Come to Ford Nature Center on Sept. 18 from 10-11:30 a.m. or from 12:30-2 p.m. to visit Lincoln Park, home to the famous Council Rock, the legendary site of an 18th century Native American gathering. You’ll travel through Mill Creek Park en route and back. Some walking. Register/pay at Ford Nature Center by Sept. 16. The cost is adults $5 registered, $7 not registered; 12 and under or 60 and over $3 registered, $5 not registered.

Explorer’s garden

Come to Fellows Riverside Gardens on Sept. 18 from 7:30-8:30 p.m. as Dan Hinkley, considered one of the most prolific independent plant hunters of modern times, will discuss the process, perils and joys of observing plants in their wild state. Hinkley will discuss the process of bringing home seed for evaluation and possible introduction to landscapes across North America. Join him in this evening lecture as he leads you through the mountain floras of southwestern China, northern Vietnam and the Japanese Archipelago while providing a glimpse into how his previous collections have settled down in his own garden, Windcliff, on the shore of Puget Sound in Washington State. Sponsored in part by the John S. and Doris M. Andrews Memorial Lecture Series. The cost is $25; FFRG member $20.

Birding the sanctuary

Come to Ford Nature Center on Sept. 20 from 8-9:30 a.m. as Jeff Harvey of Wild Birds Unlimited leads this walk. Bring binoculars and boots. Register at Ford Nature Center by Sept. 19. Faerie gardens

Come to Fellows Riverside Gardens on Sept. 20 from 10-11:30 a.m. or 12-1:30 p.m. to make a special faerie garden. Be inspired to create a miniature garden that any good faerie would not be able to resist. Call Fellows Riverside Gardens to register. For ages 6-17. The cost is $12.

Sunset at the farm

Come to MetroParks Farm on Sept. 20 from 5-8 p.m. to watch the sun set on the horizon as you enjoy the late summer atmosphere at the farm. Enjoy folk music as you roast a marshmallow over the campfire, explore the animal barns and a corn maze, watch cider and homemade apple butter being made and try a sample, play some old time games, ride a horse drawn wagon and more. Pony rides and face painting available for a small fee.

End of summer

Come to MetroParks Farm on Sept. 21 from 2-3:30 p.m. to explore the farm and environs with some special emphasis on the longhorn cattle. Moderate. 1.5 or 2.5 miles. Call Ford Nature Center for details.

Gardening basics

Come to Fellows Riverside Gardens on Sept. 23 from 1:30-3 p.m. for a gardening basics class. Even if you missed the initial Landscape Design Theory class, you will walk away from this class with the skills to look at gardens from a designer’s point of view. After a review of some basic elements of design, Bridget Beck will introduce the class to some famous (and not so famous) gardens and what makes them work as pieces of art. This class will also discuss sustainable design and designing contemporary gardens. Students are encouraged to bring sketches and notes on their home garden design projects for studio time at the end of class. Call Fellows Riverside Gardens to register. The cost is $20; FFRG member $16.

Marble fish painting

Jackson Pollock was an American abstract expressionist painter who was famous for innovative action paintings. Children ages 5-7 are invited to Ford Nature Center on Sept. 23 to create a personal fish painting in a Jackson Pollock style as well as learn about warm and cool colors. Register/pay by Sept. 21. The cost is $5 registered, $6 not registered.

Herbal tea time

Join Pam Baytos at Fellows Riverside Gardens on Sept. 23 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. to discuss herbal teas, infusions and decoctions. Learn how to brew and prepare herbs, and what plants to grow for specialty use gardens. You’ll mix a few tea blends then enjoy a cup of tea along with scones and herbal butter in your take home tea cup and saucer. Call Fellows Riverside Gardens to register. The cost is $16; FFRG member $12.

Audubon Society of Mahoning Valley

Come to MetroParks Farm on Sept. 23 from 7-8 p.m. to hear Jim McCormac of Ohio Department of Natural Resources’ Division of Wildlife speak about birding Ohio’s north coast and the new Lake Erie Birding Trail from Conneaut to Toledo. Call Ford Nature Center for details.

Recreational hikes

Come to the MetroParks Bikeway at Kirk Road Trailhead on Sept. 24 from 9-10 a.m. for faster paced recreational hikes of two or four miles.

Plant parts and patterns

Come to Fellows Riverside Gardens on Sept. 24 from 11-12:30 p.m. to enjoy a mid-morning stroll through the gardens as you learn the basics of botany and patterns of plant families. Learn the basic parts of a leaf and look at venation patterns and leaf arrangements. Return to the Davis Center for a on a seasonal lunch plus dessert. Call Fellows Riverside Gardens to register. The cost is $16; FFRG member $12.

Garden gnomes

Children ages three to five who are accompanied by an adult are invited to Fellows Riverside Gardens Sept. 25 from 1-2 p.m. to explore the gardens in search of garden gnomes. Enjoy a snack and craft. Call Fellows Riverside Gardens to register. The cost is $5.

Picnic in the park

Enjoy an afternoon excursion at Mill Creek Metro Parks on Sept. 25 from 1-4 p.m. Explore several park landmarks and make a very special stop for a picnic with sandwiches from Gordy’s Specialty Market. Register/pay by Sept. 23 at Ford Nature Center. Adults are $15 registered, $17 not registered; 12 and under or 60 and over are $12 registered, $15 not registered. The options for Gordy’s Jolly Trolley Picnic Packs (featuring Boars Head) include a sandveech, kettle potato chips, pickle, bottled water and a sweet treat. Mayo and vinaigrettes served on the side. Have your picnic pack selection ready when you register for this trolley tour.

Animal portraits

Children ages 8 -12 are invited to Ford Nature Center on Sept. 26 from 4:30-5:30 p.m. to create visual textures of feather, fur and scales for a unique animal portrait. Learn how to blend oil pastels and work from a reference photo. Register/pay by Sept. 24. The cost is $5 registered; $6 not registered.

Restoration and journaling

Come to Fellows Riverside Gardens on Sept. 27 from 9:30-11:30 a.m. to reflect and restore using gentle movement, breathing practices and journaling all the while in the atmosphere of garden beauty with Michelle O’Brien. Bring a mat, some favorite pillows, blankets for props and the writing tools of your choice. No prior writing or journaling experience is necessary and each written piece is for your own private introspection. Call Fellows Riverside Gardens to register. The cost is $24; FFRG member $20.

Stroller walk

Come to Fellows Riverside Gardens on Sept. 27 from 10-10:45 a.m. to connect yourself and your child to nature. Enjoy a short guided walk through the gardens. Specially designed hike for children in strollers with a caregiver. Call 330-740-7116 for more information.

Kayak tour

Come to the East Newport Boat Launch on Sept. 27 from 1-3 p.m. for the first fall kayak naturalist and volunteer-escorted trip. Age and experience restrictions apply. Register/pay at Ford Nature Center two days before the event. The cost is $12 if registered, $15 if not registered. Second person in tandem is 1/2 price. Additional fees apply after dealine.

Fall hike

Come to the golf course overflow parking lot on West Golf Drive on Sept. 28 from 10-11 a.m. to celebrate fall as you trot down the East Golf Hike and Bike Trail. Animal Charity will be on hand with some of their adoptables. Easy, two miles.

Pumpkin picking wagon tour

Come to MetroParks Farm on Sept. 28 from 1-4 p.m. for a guided tractor and wagon ride and pick your own pumpkin. Supplies will be on hand to decorate your pumpkin. The pumpkins will be just the right size for children to carry. Dress appropriately for the pumpkin patch. This event will be every Sunday through October 19. The wagon ride is $1; with pumpkin it’s $4.

Cycles and anthocyanins

Come to MetroParks Farm on Sept. 28 from 1-3 p.m. to explore the colors of fall with a guided afternoon bike ride. Moderate, six miles. Helmet required. Call Ford Nature Center for details.

Vinaigrette extraordinaire

Come to Fellows Riverside Gardens on Sept. 28 from 2:30-4:30 p.m. to sample and learn about vinegars, special oils, herbs and toppings that will elevate your salad experience. Karres Cvetkovich will share with you recipes, organic herbs, and fresh ideas to take home. Call Fellows Riverside Gardens to register. The cost is $28; FFRG member $24.

Leaf bowl

Come to Fellows Riverside Gardens on Sept. 30 from 5:30-8 p.m. as Lynn Cardwell teaches students to construct a clay bowl embossed with leaf patterns. The work will be glazed, fired and ready to take home approximately five weeks after the class. Call Fellows Riverside Gardens to register. The cost is $39; FFRG member $30.

Recreational hikes

Come to MetroParks Bikeway MetroParks Farm Trailhead on Sept. 30 from 6-7 p.m. for faster paced recreational hikes of 2 or 4 miles.

Dawn Patrol Rendezvous

The Youngstown chapter of the Experimental Aircraft Association, Chapter 531, is conducting a chartered bus trip to the US Air Force Museum in Dayton to attend the 2014 World War I Dawn Patrol Rendezvous offered by the museum and the Great War Aeroplanes Association commemorating the 100th anniversary of the start of World War I in Europe. The biennial Dawn Patrol Rendezvous is one of the nation’s premier historical aviation events and brings the excitement of early air power to Ohio. The Dawn Patrol Rendezvous features flying vintage original and reproduction WWI aircraft, radio-controlled models, era automobiles, period re-enactors, a collector’s show and a mock aerial battle in the afternoon. The event is free to the public as is the museum (more information atwww.nationalmuseum.af.mil/wwi.asp). The bus will leave from Austintown at 6 a.m. on Sept. 27 and return there at 11 p.m. the same day. The bus trip cost is $26 for EAA members; $26 or $30 for non-members. Contact Chapter 531 president John Stoll at 330-727-3762 or email him at jstoll@zoominternet.net for more details and to receive the bus trip application form.

Volleyball Boosters to have fundraiser

The Canfield Volleyball Booster Club is having the 2014 Wine Taste, Seasonal Beer Sampler and Chinese Auction on Oct. 4 from 7-10 p.m. at the St. Michael’s Family Life Center in Canfield. Each $30 ticket will give you a sampling of eight wines or beers, light hors d’oeuvres and desserts. There will also be a Chinese auction with close to 100 baskets or items.

New members invited to spiritual book club

The spiritual book club at The Ursuline Center, located at 4280 Shields Road in Canfield, invites new members to its meeting on Sept. 18 from 9:30-10:30 a.m. in Prato Hall. People thirsting for a deeper spirituality in the world are invited to join the club, which will decide on its next book at the Sept. 18 meeting. Preregistration is appreciated and can be done by contacting Kathy Lattanzi at 330-219-1821.

Helping Hands offers student discount

Helping Hands Closet at Western Reserve United Methodist Church, located at 4580 Canfield Road in Canfield, has new and gently used back to school and college clothes, as well as clothing for whole family. Students get 20 percent off of their entire purchase. Helping Hands is open every Tuesday from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m.

Church to have special reception

Bethel Lutheran Church, located at 425 Crestview Drive in Boardman, was formed in Youngstown on March 2, 1889 by a small group of Swedish immigrants. 125 years later, it has become a melting pot of nationalities, including Swedish, German, Italian and many others. They are celebrating this occasion with a special service at 10:30 a.m. on Sept. 21, followed by a reception at the Holiday Inn in Boardman. Friends of the congregation are invited to attend. Reception requires reservations, which can be made by calling the church office at 330-758-574.

Fitch class of 1965 reunion planning

The Austintown Fitch Class of 1965 has begun making plans for their 50th class reunion in September of 2015. The group is looking for up to date addresses and also class members who would like to serve on the planning committee. Their next meeting will be Aug. 21 at Smith Corners Church, corner of Kirk Road and State Route 46 at 7 p.m. Details and information can be obtained from Lynn (Coates) Foriska at 330-792-0172 or email lynnfrsk@aol.com, or Connie (Swisher) Sinchak at 330-797-9963 or email at consin@zoominternet.net.

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.