Boardman Community Briefs


Mill Creek ABWA to host picnic in July

The Mill Creek Chapter of the American Business Women’s Association will host a picnic for their next meeting, beginning at 6:30 p.m. on July 14 at Georgeanna Parker Center located in Boardman Township Park, 375 Boardman-Poland Road. Chicken and beverages will be provided. Members are reminded to dress casually and bring side dishes and desserts. For further details or to make a reservation at $5 per person, call Darlene Demjen at 330-755-9089 or Marilyn Abramski at 330-726-2527 by July 5.

Elephant and Piggie meet and greet

The beloved characters from the Mo Willems books will be at the library to perform stories on July 28 at 6 p.m. and July 29 at 10 a.m. at the Boardman library. Have your picture taken with them, and get an autographed bookmark. This event is for the entire family.

The Extra Mile with Jennifer Pharr Davis

Jennifer Pharr Davis, 2012 National Geographic Adventurer of the Year, will offer an account of overcoming the odds and setting the 46-day, 47-mile-per-day Appalachian Trail record at the Boardman library on July 27 at 7 p.m. This event is for adults.

Puppets! Puppets! Puppets!

The Boardman library will host a puppet show for the entire family, featuring fractured fairy tales: “Falling for Rapunzel,” and a “Pete the Cat” story on July 21 at 6 p.m. and July 22 at 10 a.m.

Sensory story time

Join the Boardman library for a family story time for children of all ages with a sensory focus on July 25 at 2 p.m. This program is designed for children with different needs, including those with Autism, speech/language delays, cognitive impairments, AD/HD and other special needs and challenges. They will enjoy 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 Boardman library. This event is for preschool and school-age children.

Repurpose comics

The Boardman library will host an event in which teens in grades 7-12 can repurpose comics and Mod Podge to make shoes, jewelry boxes, frames and more on July 13 at 6:30 p.m. The library will be stocked with supplies, food and Pinterest, for those that need inspiration. Feel free to bring your own stuff from home that you want to Mod Podge as well.

It’s all about yarn

Bring in your crochet, knitting, plastic canvas or “anything with yarn” project and learn from one another at the Boardman library on July 20 at 7 p.m. Participants are encouraged to bring all yarn UFOs (unfinished objects). This event is for adults.

Preserving your family history treasures

An introduction to preservation and conservation issues relevant to the genealogist will take place on July 15 at 6:30 p.m. at the Boardman library. This program will cover basic care, storage and handling techniques; repairing and reformatting; technology migration; disaster response; and legacy planning. Registration is required by phoning 330-744-8636 or online via the library’s events calendar. This event is for adults.

Gamblers Anonymous

Gamblers Anonymous, a 12-Step fellowship of compulsive gamblers who want to recover from their gambling addictions. 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 Youngstown (in Cornersburg). Both meetings will 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.

Showcase holiday celebration

Independence Day is a time for celebration, family and patriotism. Parades, fireworks displays, picnics and more, Neighbors wants to see it all! Send the best photo of you and your family celebrating this national holiday (names listed from left to right and front to back, if possible, and please include your town somewhere in the email) to neighbors@vindy.com by July 7 at noon to be included in a holiday page showcasing celebration in your community.

Garbage to be collected on schedule

Allison Brothers trash collection will be running on schedule for the fourth of July holiday. There will be no change in your service. If you have any questions, call 330-538-0768.

Excel for business

Learn the basics of Excel for your Business on July 7 at 6 p.m. at the Boardman library. To register, call 330-744-8636 and ask for information services or register online using the events calendar. This event is for adults.

Book a librarian

Need help downloading library books to your eReader? Want help with your tablet or laptop? Register at the specific library or call 330-744-8636 and ask for the library location. This event is available for adults during regular library hours in the month of July at the Boardman library.

Blood pressure screening

The Boardman library will host a blood pressure screening by the Mahoning Chapter of the American Red Cross on July 6 from 12:30-3 p.m.

Reader’s Choice book club

The club will discuss “To Kill a Mockingbird” by Harper Lee on July 6 at 7 p.m. at the Boardman library. Share your favorite books and find out what new ones are being published. They will preview August’s book, “Still Life,” by Louise Penny and preview some new releases. This event is for teens and adults.

Bonding with babies, books

This event, for caregivers and their little ones who are 6-3 months old, will take place at the Boardman library on July 10, 17, 24 and 31 at 10 a.m. There will be twenty minutes of language enrichment including rhymes, songs and stories, followed by time to play and socialize. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Boardman Park hosts free concerts

It’s time to pack up your blankets and lawn chairs and head out to Boardman Park’s Maag Outdoor Theatre for some local entertainment at Music in the Park. All concerts, except for the Military Bands will be on Thursday evening’s beginning at 7 p.m. All concerts are free to the public thanks to the sponsorships of Talmer Bank-Premier Sponsor, The American Federation of Musicians Local #86-242, Southwoods Health and Hill, and Barth and King, LLC. For more information on this or other Boardman Park events, visit the park website at www.boardmanpark.com or call the park office at 330-726-8105.

Duct tape rose pencils

Tweens entering grades 4-12, can learn how to make duct tape rose pencils on July 16 at 6 p.m. They will provide the supplies, you do all the work. This event is for grades 4-12.

Leapin’ lizards

There will be animals in the Boardman library with Jungle Bob on July 7 at 10 a.m. Meet educator and entertainer Jungle Bob and his many live animal friends. This event will be fun for the whole family.

Crafting is my super power

Is it a bird? Is it a plane? No, it’s a super craft made by super children of all ages.

This activity will take place at the Boardman library during regular library hours in the month of July.

Puzzle swap

Bring your once created jigsaw puzzles to swap at the Boardman library on July 8 at 5 p.m., limit 6 per person. This event is sponsored by the Friends of PLYMC.

Family story time

Join the Boardman library for stories and fun for children of all ages July 8 and 15 at 10 a.m. Parents are invited to join their children in this 30-minute program.

Lego my library

Meet at the Boardman library on July 11 from 2-3 p.m. and July 30 from 6-7 p.m. and create Lego designs. Legos will be provided. This event is for children ages 6 and up.

Holiday closing

All Mahoning County public libraries will be closed for Independence Day on July 4.

Family fun Fridays

Each Friday, take part in the drop-in activities in the Family Garden at Fellows Riverside Gardens now through Oct. 16 from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m.

Standard trolley tours

Explore and experience a guided hour and a half tour of Mill Creek MetroParks on June 28 from 2-3:30 p.m. or 4:30-6 p.m. at the boards of Ford Nature Center. There is limited seating. Register and pay in advance at Ford Nature Center. The cost is adults - $6 R, $9 NR; those 12 and under or 60 and up - $4 R, $7 NR.

Guided garden tours

Enjoy an evening garden tour to see what is blooming and thriving in the Fellows Riverside Gardens on Wednesdays only from June 3 through Aug. 30 at 6 p.m.

Bits and pieces of history

Take a look at Mill Creek Park throughout the early years at Fellows Riverside Gardens-Melnick Museum now through December from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m.

The world in a garden

Stunning images illustrate the diversity of the known plant world being shown at the Weller Gallery of Fellows Riverside Gardens from June 19 until Aug. 23 from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m.

Nature in iron

Nature in iron works are on display by local artist, Charles Hughes. Hughes hammers out nature as seen by a blacksmith. Work will be shown at Fellows riverside Gardens-Outdoor Gallery now through July from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m.

Ursuline Center: summer series of spirituality

Sister Nancy Pawlen from the Ursuline Center will lead summer series of spirituality class on Experiencing Sacred Space on Aug. 12. She will help participants appreciate the fullness of the sacred around and within them. Participants can attend class from 10-11:30 a.m. or 6:30-8 p.m. The donation is $10. To register, call The Ursuline Center at 330-799-4941.

Chaney class of 1965 to have reunion

The Chaney High School Class of 1965 50th annual reunion will take place at Mr. Anthony’s in Boardman on July 31. The cost, which includes dinner, is $40 per person. The class will also host a picnic on Aug. 1 at Slippery Rock Pavillion in Millcreek Park. The cost for the picnic is $10 per person. Reservation slips must be turned in by July 1 for both the dinner and the picnic. For more information, email chaneyclassof65@aol.com. If you do not have access to email, information may also be gathered by contacting Peggy Machingo at 330-726-5401.

Safe Sitter classes set for this summer

Safe Sitter teaches boys and girls ages 11-13 how to be ideal babysitters. The two-day course covers basic first aid, rescue breathing, accident prevention, childcare tips, what to do if a child chokes and how and when to call for help. Cost for the program is $28.50 and scholarships are available for those who meet financial eligibility requirements. Classes are from 9:30 a.m. until 4 p.m. both days and will take place June 24 and 25 and July 22 and 23 at St. Joseph Warren Hospital, and July 8 and 9 and Aug. 5 and 6 at St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital. For information or to register, call 330-480-3070.

Campbell Memorial class reunion to be Sept. 5

The Campbell Memorial Class of 1975 is seeking classmates to attend the 40th class reunion on Sept. 5 at Caf 422 in Boardman. All contact information can be shared by calling 330-755-7638 or emailing information to CMHS1975@roadrunner.com.

Bits and pieces of Mill Creek Park

Now though December 2015, visit the exhibit at Fellows Riverside Gardens-Melnick Museum that takes a look at the very early years of Mill Creek Park. The exhibit is open everyday from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m.

Nature in iron

Charles Hughes “hammers out” nature as seen through the eyes of a blacksmith at Fellows Riverside Gardens- Outdoor Gallery through July.

Landscapes on the Hudson

Explore the Hudson River Valley landscapes on August 13-16. Registration and $250 deposit are due by June 12. Full payment is due by July 17. Prices are based on double occupancy at $885 (FFRG member $835). Visit Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek Park website for more details.

Family fun Fridays

Each Friday from May 8 until Oct. 16 between the hours of 11 a.m. and 1 p.m., take part in fun drop-in activities in the Family Garden at Fellows Riverside Gardens.

Yoga basics course

Enjoy deep relaxation during this eight-week yoga course on July 5 from 9-10 a.m. at Fellows Riverside Gardens. The cost is $80 or $72 if registered by May 12.

Pink Ribbon Golf Classic set for July 13

The annual Pink Ribbon Golf Classic will take place at Youngstown Country Club on July 13. All proceeds from this event will go directly to the American Cancer Society. The 18 hole scramble will be followed by lunch and a Chinese auction and raffle.

The Ursuline Center announces 2015 Guided Labyrinth Walk Schedule

The Ursuline Center, located at 4280 Shields Road, has announced its 2015 Guided Labyrinth Walk schedule. All persons of faith are invited to participate in these free events. Walks generally take 20-30 minutes. The walk scheduke is as follows: July 14 at 6:30 p.m. - Celebrating Families; Aug. 11 at 6:30 p.m. - Welcoming the Stranger; Sept. 8 at 6:30 p.m. - Celebrating Peace; and Oct. 4 at 2 p.m. - Celebrating the Feast of St. Francis, Showing Solidarity with the Poor.

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