Austintown Community Briefs

Akron Children’s Vision Center expands services

Akron Children’s Hospital’s Vision Center is moving to a larger, dedicated ophthalmology space on the Akron Children’s Mahoning Valley Beeghly campus July 20 to expand its services and availability to the community. The Vision Center, which diagnoses and treats a range of eye diseases and disorders in newborns to teens, will be open from 8:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday in Room C1100 in Building C. The center is relocating from the Boardman Medical Pavilion adjacent to St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital. The Vision Center has three pediatric ophthalmologists offering surgical capabilities and a pediatric residency-trained optometrist. The center’s doctors treat patients with eye injuries, retinopathy of prematurity, eye muscle problems, juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, glaucoma and cataracts, as well as offer routine vision correction needs. Learn more at akronchildrens.org. To schedule an appointment, call 330-746-9480 or email visioncenter@chmca.org.

Austintown Night Out

Austintown’s third annual Austintown Night Out will take place on Aug. 4 at Austintown Township Park from 5-8:30 p.m. There will be music by Larry Melton Entertainment and the band Uptown Saturday Night. Also available will be games, face painting, food, clowns, bounce house and slide, and dunk tank, as well as demonstrations by area safety forces, including the Austintown Police and Fire Departments, SWAT, Ambulances and The Ohio State Highway Patrol. Children can see and explore the vehicles. Children can also meet and sing songs with Queen Elsa and Anna, Tinkerbell, Cinderella and Sleeping Beauty. Austintown Night Out is a part of The National Night Out, an event that takes place around the country the first Tuesday in August. It is hosted by Block Watches and Police Departments, and supports and encourages relationships between neighbors and law enforcement under positive circumstances. Community residents are encouraged to turn on their porch lights and come out and meet their neighbors. The event is free and open to the public

Adult culinary students open the Bistro at MCCTC

Student-operated restaurant, The Bistro at MCCTC, will open for dinner to the public July 13 through Aug. 6. The Bistro will be open Monday through Thursday from 5:30-8 p.m. The Bistro is run by the adult culinary students enrolled in the culinary arts program at the Mahoning County Career and Technical Center. This gives students the chance to gain experience in all facets of working in the restaurant industry, from working as kitchen staff and the Sous Chef to waiting tables and hosting. The Bistro accepts cash and checks only and reservations are needed in advance. Call 330-729-4100 to make your reservation.

Youngstown Shrine Club to have rib roast

The Youngstown Shrine Club has announces that its annual Prime Rib Roast event is scheduled for July 25 at the club’s outdoor pavilion. This event features a mid-afternoon light lunch as well as a full prime rib dinner (including beverages) served at 6 p.m. Tickets can be purchased in advance by calling Jim Hazlett at 330-651-7185 or Hugh Davenport at 330-519-1712. The cost is $35 for individuals and $60 for couples - non-members and ladies are encouraged to attend. The Youngstown Shrine Club is located at 1697 W. South Range Road in North Lima.

Mill Creek MetroParks lakes closed to public access

In collaboration with and in response to the recent testing results provided by the Mahoning County District Board of Health, in accordance with Ohio Administrative Code 3745.104 with E. coli levels, Mill Creek MetroParks is closing Lakes Newport, Cohasset and Glacier for public use until further notice. Effective immediately, all scheduled activities for these lakes will be cancelled until further notice. No fishing or recreational use of Lakes Newport, Cohasset and Glacier is permitted as well. If you have registered for an upcoming water program/activity, contact the Ford Nature Center.

Miracle Treat Day

On July 30, the Austintown, Boardman and Cornersburg Dairy Queens will donate one dollar or more from every Blizzard flavor treat sold to our chosen charity: Akron Children’s Hospital, Boardman Campus!

Last year, the Austintown and Cornersburg DQs were the top contributing DQ stores in the area to Akron Children’s Hospital donating close to $9,000.00 to the hospital. All money stays local in our area and no child is turned away due to the inability to pay for services at this facility.

Family Fun Night at Smith Corners

Smith Corners United Methodist Church will sponsor its second Family Fun Night on July 24 from 6-8 p.m. Food, games, a bounce castle, fellowship and the musical group Higher Ground from Howland will be the venue for this outdoor or indoor event, depending on the weather. The evening is free and offered as a gift to the community. The church is located at 3000 S. Canfield Niles Road in Austintown, on the corner of Route 46 and Kirk Road.

Candidates go to Buckeye Boys State

American Legion Post 301 recently selected five candidates and the SAL selected one candidate to participate in the American Legion Buckeye Boys State June 14-21 on the campus of Bowling Green State University. Buckeye Boys State is an eight day intensive education program on Ohio government for high school students. This program allows each participant to become a part of the operation of a local, county and state government. The candidates are Andrew Green, Carlos Herriott, Joseph McGuiga, Matthew Rozic, Matthew Taylor and (CAL) Hunter Hykes. They were sponsored by the Robert Milne family in memory of Robert Milne (chaplain of American Legion Post 301), Austintown Rotary Club, Anthony Noday, Greenwood Chevrolet, Austintown Optimist Club and SAL.

Bevan named to Dean’s List

Karlie Bevan of Austitnown was named to the Dean’s List for the spring 2015 semester at Youngstown State University.

Korean Veteran talks with World War II Heritage Society

Arthur Cornfield of Vienna will speak to the World War II Heritage Society on July 20. The event will be at A La Carte Catering in Canfield, with a buffet dinner to precede the speaker. Reservations are $14 each and may be made by contacting David Frank at 330 757-0515 before July 17.

Campbell Memorial reunion

The Campbell Memorial High School Class of 1975 is having a 40th class reunion on Sept 5. The reunion will be at Caf 422 and the deadline for purchasing tickets is July 17. Tickets are $35 per person and details on purchasing tickets can be found by contacting 330-755-7638.

Knitting guild to celebrate birthday

The Western Reserve Knitting Guild will be celebrating its 31st birthday at the next meeting on July 14. The WRKG meets at 7 p.m. every second Tuesday of the month at Fair Park in Canfield. Also, along with the celebration will be installation of new officers for the upcoming year. The Guild would like to invite anyone interested in knitting, crocheting and other fiber arts to join them. For more information, call Jen Kendall at 330-559-4193 or visit wrkg.ohio@gmail.com.

Monday Night Writers meeting July 20

The next meeting of Monday Night Writers will be July 20 from 6-8 p.m. at Peaberry’s Caf , located at 4350 Boardman-Canfield Road in Canfield. Area writers, both published and unpublished, are invited to attend. 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, which includes $5 in Peaberry Bucks for that night only. For more information, contact Christie at nancy@nancychristie.com.

Miss Italian Youngstown Pageant accepting applications

All ladies who are proud of their Italian heritage can apply to be part of the 2015 Greater Youngstown Italian Festival Pageant. This year, the pageant will take place on July 31 from 6-8 p.m. on the main stage. The pageant is culture-based. Any young lady between the ages of 16-24 may enter if they have Italian as part of their descent. The pageant gives young ladies the chance to present a brief speech about their heritage, respond to a question from the judge, as well as present a talent to be judged on. In the past, participants have showcased everything from singing, dancing, instrumentals, readings, comedy and more. For more information on becoming a pageant participant, visit the Greater Youngstown Italian Fest website. The deadline for application is July 12.

Mercy Health Offers Diabetes Education

Mercy Health Youngstown, formerly Humility of Mary Health Partners, will offer diabetes education July 14, 15 and 16 at St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital. The three-day course runs from 9-11:30 a.m. in the diabetes classroom at St. Elizabeth Hospital, located at 1044 Belmont Ave. Free parking is available in the deck on Park Avenue. Healthcare professionals who teach the course, which is certified by the American Diabetes Association, focus on the medical aspects of the disease such as medications, glucose monitoring, exercise and complications during the first session. The second and third sessions focus on learning to plan meals, count carbohydrates, interpret food labels and make positive food choices. The classes are offered throughout the year at three Mercy Health Youngstown locations: St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital, St. Joseph Warren Hospital and Hospice House. The classes will be repeated July 21, 22 and 23 at Hospice House, located at 9803 Sharrott Road in Poland. Registration is required and can be completed by calling 330-480-2676.

Recruitment and team registration taking place

The Alzheimer’s Association Greater East Ohio Area Chapter is inviting Mahoning and Columbiana County area residents to form teams and register to participate in the Mahoning Valley Walk to End Alzheimer’s on Oct. 10 at the Watson Tressel Training Site at Youngstown State University, located at 651 Elm Street in Youngstown. The Walk is the nation’s largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer care, support, education and research. Check in is scheduled for 8:30 a.m. and opening ceremonies will begin at 9:30 a.m. The Walk to End Alzheimer’s takes place annually in more than 700 communities. The event is an inspiring and meaningful experience that calls on participants of all ages to share their collective voice as an advocate, walk in honor of their loved ones and help raise awareness of programs and services available to families affected by Alzheimer’s disease. In addition, there will be refreshments, basket drawings, a children’s corner and entertainment, as well as other activities.

Campbell Memorial reunion

The Campbell Memorial High School Class of 1975 is having a 40th class reunion on Sept 5. The reunion will be at Caf 422 and the deadline for purchasing tickets is July 17. Tickets are $35 per person and details on purchasing tickets can be found by contacting 330-755-7638.

Shiley named to Horizon League Academic honor roll

Jen Shiley of Austintown, who plays on the women’s track and field team at Youngstown State University, has been named to the 2015 Spring Horizon League Academic honor roll. Candidates for the honor roll must meet three criteria: participation in at least one of the league’s 19 sports during the most recent season; completion of three semesters as a full-time student at the same member institution and a cumulative grade-point average of at least 3.20.

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.

Dive into crime

Let the Mahoning County Sheriff’s dive team show you how they recover weapons, stolen jewelry and more at the Austintown library on July 21 at 1 p.m. This event is for the whole family and no reservations are needed.

Community hero therapy dogs

Come to the Boardman library on July 22 from 2-3 p.m. and read to a therapy dog from Pet Partners. Bring your own book, or the librarians will find one for you, and read to a furry friend. Registration is required. Register online or by calling 330-744-8636. This event is for school-age children.

Community heroes: meet the Austintown firefighters

See a fire truck and learn about fire safety from an Austintown firefighter on July 29 at 11 a.m. at the Austintown library. Crafts and other activities will be in the meeting room. This event is for children of all ages.

Art with Andrea

Join the Austintown library in this art class on July 16 at 6:30 p.m. as she guides you in pencil sketching a still life arrangement and helps you work through your own art. All art supplies will be provided. Call 330-744-8636 to register. This event is for teens and adults.

Scrapbooking club

Scrapbook a page and share your scrapbooking ideas on July 17 at 11 a.m. at the Austintown library. Pre-register for this event by calling 330-744-8636. This event is for adults.

Show what you know - body scrubs

Learn the basic components needed to make your own body scrubs from sugar and other basic ingredients at the Austintown library on July 23 at 6:30 p.m. Make one to take home with you. Class size is limited. Call to register. This event is for adults.

Stamping with Cindy

Learn to create your own handmade cards using stamps, punches and other fun tools at the Austintown library on July 27 at 6:30 p.m. and July 31 at 10 a.m. Sign up for either session to create each month’s greeting card with matching envelope and 3-D item. Class size is limited, registration is required. Call 330-744-8636. This event is for adults.

Classic movie mornings

Join the Austintown library for some great old movies, ranging anywhere from vintage classics up through 1970 on July 20 at 10 a.m. First they will watch the movie, followed by a short group discussion wrap-up. Call 330-744-8636 to learn which movie is playing this month. This even is for adults.

Resources and strategies for finding foreign records

If foreign travel for family research is not part of your summer plans, then attend this program and preserve your frequent flyer miles on July 21 at 6:30 p.m. at the Austintown library. They will examine resources that help the genealogist find and acquire records that reside overseas. Registration is required by phoning 330-744-8636 or online via the library’s events calendar. This event is for adults.

Basic word computer class

Learn very basic computer skills involving the Microsoft Office Word program on July 28 at 6:30 p.m. at the Austintown library. This is a beginner’s class that will cover cut and paste and the Word menus. Space is limited to five. Call to register 330-744-8636 and specify Basic Word Computer Class and the library name. This event is for adults.

Basic computer class

Learn very basic computer skills at the Austintown library on July 13 at 6:30 p.m. This is a beginner’s class that will cover use of a mouse, computer terms and simple internet use. Space is limited to five. Call to register at 330-744-8636 and specify Basic Computer Class and the library name. This event is for adults.

Basic email computer class

Learn how easy it is to set up your own email account on July 24 at 11 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. Class size is limited to four. Call to register 330-744-8636 and specify the class and library name. 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.

10th Annual Sunshine Benefit Golf Outing

Lakeside Golf Course is hosting the 10th Annual Sunshine Benefit Golf Outing on July 18. This event is a combined golfing tournament and steak dinner, accompanied by several donation projects provided to receive recognition. This year’s recipient of the funding raised is Emily Orlaski, a 10-year-old Austintown Intermediate School Student with a rare cancer.

Coupon swap

Do you have coupons you don’t need or need coupons you don’t have? Drop in during the Austintown library’s regular hours throughout the month of July to stretch your shopping dollars by swapping coupons. This event is for adults.

Take a guess

Guess the number of items in the jar at the Austintown library during regular hours in July. The closest guess wins a small prize. This event is for adults.

Superhero math show

Math tricks and puppets aplenty make Paul Adams’ high energy, audience interactive show on July 14 at 2 p.m. at the Austintown library fun. This event is for children of all ages.

Superhero perler bead craft

Teens and tweens with superhero talents can participate in a bead craft on July 15 at 2 p.m. at the Austintown library. Boards, beads and patterns supplied. This event is for grades 5-12.

Bonding with babies and books

This event, for caregivers and their little ones who are 6-3 months old, will take place at the Austintown library every Tuesday in the month of July 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.

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 Austintown library during regular library hours in the month of July.

Gotta move story time

This event is for children ages 2-5 who are accompanied by a caregiver. 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 every Thursday in July at 10 a.m. Adults and children, get ready to act out stories and rhymes, sing and dance, and talk and play.

Guess ‘n’ go

Guess how many candies are in the jar during regular library hours during the month of July at the Austintown library. The closest guess wins the candy. This event is of children of all ages.

Lego my library

Meet at the Austintown library on July 24 at 2 p.m. and create Lego designs. Legos will be provided. This event is for children ages 6 and up.

Superhero selfie photo booth

Visit the Austintown library’s teen area and use its props and background to style your photo during regular library hours in the month of July. This event is for those in grades 7-12.

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.

Summer picnic program

In partnership with Neighborhood Ministries, the Austintown library will be a site offering lunch to school-age children who need something to eat during the day. Visit the library from June 15 through Aug. 20, Monday-Thursday from 12:30-1:30 p.m., for a lunch you can eat in the library. This event is for school-age children in kindergarten through grade 12.

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.

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.

Every hero has a story

The Summer Discovery program for children will be ”every hero has a story” and will take place at the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County. Children will have an opportunity to earn incentives by reading or completing activities or a combination of both. Children will receive a free ice cream cone from Dairy Queen and a Mahoning Valley Scrappers game voucher just for signing up. When they complete five activities, children get a choice of paperback books. On completing 10 activities, they receive an incentive and for children ages 3 and up, they will get a free admission to OH WOW! When they complete 15 activities, they will be into a drawing for a gift card. And children who complete 20 activities by July 25 will earn a chance to have breakfast with author David Catrow, creator of the Max Spaniel books, in July.

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.

Superhero selfie photo booth

Visit the Austintown library’s teen area and use the library’s props and background to style your photo during normal library hours from June 1-July 31. This event is for grades 7-12.

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 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.

Wednesdays at the WOW!

Join Oh Wow! every Wednesday afternoon and explore the InspireWorks Lab from 4-5:30 p.m. Free with museum admission. Check out www.ohwowkids.org for details.

Second Saturdays-member only hours

Join WOW! Pals before the museum opens to the public for Member Only Hours from 9-10 a.m. on the second Saturday of each month. Get exclusive access to the museum and help WOW! Pals test new exhibit and program ideas.

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.

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: 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.

Friends Specialty at the Garden Caf opens at Fellows Riverside Gardens

Friends Specialty at the Garden Caf in Mill Creek MetroParks Fellows Riverside Gardens has officially opened for business. The Garden Caf has been refreshed and newly updated and will offer an eclectic selection of teas, locally roasted coffee, a locally sourced lunch menu, desserts and other libations all served with a complimentary view of stunning Lake Glacier. The Caf is open to the public from Tuesday through Sunday during the hours of 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. for pastries, coffee and tea. Lunch is served from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. For more information or questions, contact Mill Creek MetroParks at 330-702-3000.