Austintown Community Briefs

The National Buddy Walk Program

The Down Syndrome Association of the Valley 2015 Buddy Walk is one of more than 250 Buddy Walk events planned in cities across the country and around the world this fall in and around October in celebration of Down Syndrome Awareness Month. The Buddy Walk was developed by the National Down Syndrome Society to promote acceptance and inclusion of all people with Down syndrome. On Aug. 8 at 10 a.m. anyone wishing to join the cause can go to The Shops at Boardman Park. For more information, visit www.buddywalk.org.

Mill Creek Chapter of ABWA to meet

The Mill Creek Chapter of the American Business Women’s Association will meet at 6:30 p.m. on Aug. 11 at A La Cart Catering, located at 429 Lisbon Street in Canfield. Tim Seman, genealogy and local history librarian of The Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County will speak about preserving family history. Special guests will be the chapter’s scholarship recipients. The dinner menu includes hamburgers and hot dogs, baked beans, potato, pasta, fruit salads, coffee, tea, iced tea and apple cake. The cost is $12 per person and guests are welcome. Reservations are due by Aug. 2 to Darlene Demjen at 330-755-9089 or Marilyn Abramski at 330-726-2527.

Annual Polish Heritage Festival

In preparation for its seventh annual Polish Day on Aug. 30 from 10:30 a.m. until 8 p.m. at St. Luke Church and Hall on South Avenue in Boardman, organizers are seeking marketplace vendors of all types who are seeking to reach their enthusiastic, shopping attendees. PolishYoungstown has vending space for 10 marketplace vendors, who will offer any variety of information and merchandise for our patrons during the festival. Authentic ethnic retail, craft, fine art and food vendors are especially requested, but all interested groups are welcome. The deadline for vendors is Aug. 7. Applications are available at http://polishyoungstown.com/polishday/marketplace.

Smith Corners Church events

Smith Corners Church, located at 3000 S. Canfield Niles Road in Austintown will host a free pancake, sausage and egg breakfast on Aug. 8 from 9-11 a.m. Donations will be accepted and proceeds will go toward world cervice projects. The church will also host Supper at the Corner on Aug. 20 from 4:30-6 p.m. This is a free community outreach program and donations will go toward continuing the program. The church will host Family Fun Night on Aug. 28 from 6-8 p.m. Join them for free food, games, bounce and Firmly Grounded, a Christian band from Howland. The event will take place rain or shine.

Early Childhood Learning Center to host open house

The Early Childhood Learning Center at St. Joseph, located at 4565 New Road in Austintown, will host an open house on Aug. 9 from 12-2 p.m. for preschool, prekindergarten and transitional kindergarten classes at before and aftercare until 5:30 p.m.

Smart Choice food

Smith Corners Church will sponser the Smart Choice Food program, which provides special value boxes of meats, pastas or children’s meals. There will also be on-the-go meals for those who don’t have time or patience to cook full meals. These meals will be diabetic friendly. The food can be ordered online at smartchoicefoods.com, where a credit card can be used, or by calling the church at 330-799-9390 where cash or money orders may be used for payment (the deadline is Aug. 11 for church orders.) Delivery to the church will take place on Aug. 29 with pickup from 9-10 a.m. The church is located at 3000 S. Canfield Niles Road in Austintown and is handicapped accessible.

A new name for Austintown Fitch High School Falcon Stadium

The Austintown Local School District announced a long-term partnership with Greenwood Chevrolet for the naming rights of the Austintown Fitch High School Falcon Stadium. The new name effective today is Greenwood Chevrolet Austintown Falcon Stadium.

Crafting is my super power

Is it a bird? Is it a plane? No, it’s a super-duper craft made by “super children” of all ages during regular hours at the Austintown library in the month of August.

Lego my library

Meet at the Austintown library on Aug. 5 at 6 p.m. and Aug. 21 at 3 p.m. and enjoy creating Lego designs. Legos will be provided. This event is for children age 6 and up.

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 August at 10 a.m. at the Austintown library. Adults and children, get ready to act out stories and rhymes, sing and dance, and talk and play.

Reading saves the day

You’re all superheroes. Celebrate your summer accomplishments at a party filled with fun and snacks at the Austintown library on Aug. 12 at 6 p.m. This event is for children of all ages.

Summer picnic program

The Austintown library, in partnership with Neighborhood Ministries, will be a site offering lunch to school-age children who need something to eat during the day. Come to library June 15 through Aug. 20 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.

“Teen Titans” book club

Join the Austintown library for the next meeting of the Teen Titans book club on Aug. 6 at 2 p.m. for summer reading fun in a book club format. Read cool books and offer your super power opinions. At the August meeting, the library will have a book party to end the summer with a POW! This event is for grades 7-12.

TAB meeting

Check out the monthly TAB (Teen Advisory Board) meeting on Aug. 1 at 3 p.m. at the Austintown library. Help plan and support teen activities at the Library. Meet new people and have fun. Newcomers are always welcome. This event is for teens in grades 7-12.

Art with Andrea

Join the Austintown library in this art class as they guide you in pencil sketching a still life arrangement and help you work through your own art on Aug. 20 at 6:30 p.m. 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 Aug. 7 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 Aug. 17 at 11 a.m. Make one to take home with you. Class size is limited so call the library to register. This event is for adults.

Sit ‘n stitch

Join the Austintown library for a morning to knit, crochet, embroider, sew or other lap needlework on Aug. 14 from 11 a.m. until noon. Bring in your current project, make new friends and learn from one another. This event is facilitated by a librarian and is for adults.

Stamping with Cindy

Learn to create your own handmade cards using stamps, punches and other fun tools on Aug. 24 at 6:30 p.m. and Aug. 28 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 and registration is required. Call 330-744-8636 to register. This event is for adults.

Saturday movie matinee

Join the Austintown library for a Saturday Movie Matinee on Aug. 15 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. This event is for the entire family.

Take two: classic movie mornings

Join the Austintown library for some great old movies, ranging anywhere from vintage classics up through 1970 on Aug. 21 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 event is for adults.

Pinterest for seniors

See how you can collect and share ideas for recipes, crafts and everything using Pinterest on Aug. 3 at 6:30 p.m. at the Austintown library. Call 330-744-8636 to register. This event is for adults.

Basic word computer class

Learn very basic computer skills involving the Microsoft Office Word program on Aug. 26 at 6:30 p.m. at the Austinown 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 for the event at 330-744-8636 and specify Basic Word Computer Class and library name. This event is for adults.

Basic email computer class

Learn how easy it is to set up your own email account at the Austintown library on Aug. 13 at 6:30 p.m. 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 at 330-744-8636 and specify class and library name. This event is for adults.

Saving memories - downloading digital pictures

Keep your memories safe by learning how to transfer pictures from a digital camera or phone onto a computer and flash drive on Aug. 10 at 6 p.m. at the Austintown library. This event is for adults.

...And the Rest is History book club

Read a sizzling, red-hot history book lately? The Austintown library would love to hear all the juicy details on Aug. 6 at 6 p.m. Join them for informal discussions covering all areas of history, including historic eras, people, places and things. This event is for adults.

Page Turners book club

Love books? Looking for a good read? Hear what others are reading and share your favorite read at the Austintown library on Aug. 19 from 6-7 p.m. This event is for adults.

Blood drive

There will be a blood drive by the Mahoning Chapter of the American Red Cross at the Austintown library on Aug. 4 from 1-4 p.m. and Aug. 8 from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. For appointments, call 1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

Blood pressure check

There will be a blood pressure check with the Salem Area Visiting Nurse Association on Aug. 25 from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. at the Austintown library.

3-D printing: design

Design and customize your own 3-D READ keychain at 2 p.m. on Aug. 11 at the Austintown library and get yourself one step closer to using this groundbreaking technology. Registration is required. Call 330-744-8636 to register. This event is for adults.

Coupon swap at the library

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

Show what you know: sourdough club

Create a sourdough starter on Aug. 10 at 11 a.m. at the Austintown library. In this monthly bread-making program, you will share recipes, home-baked samples and learn from one another. August’s theme is: “Waste Not, Want Not – Things to Do with Discard Starter.” Some knowledge of basic bread-making skills is helpful. (Food waiver must be signed.) Call 330-744-8636 to register. This event is for adults.

Volunteers needed for Polish-American Heritage Day festival

In preparation for its seventh annual Polish Day on Aug. 30 from 10:30 a.m. until 8 p.m. at St. Luke Church and Hall on South Avenue in Boardman, organizers are inviting the public to help make the event happen. Volunteers of every age, skill and ability are welcome. Help is needed for everything from set up and take down to ticket sales, helping with the pierogi contests and assisting in cultural display and children’s areas. Various two-hour shifts are available. Every volunteer gets free admission and a t-shirt. For more information, contact polishday@polishyoungstown.org or call at 330-333-9724.

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.

Community Hero Therapy Dogs

Come to the Austintown library on Aug. 7 from 2-3 p.m. to 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.

Unmask! Comic Book Program with Jerry DeCaire

Teens, come to the Poland library’s Unmask - Comic Book Program on Aug. 13 from 1-5 p.m. Hear Marvel artist Jerry DeCaire talk about the Science of the Superhero and learn how to create your own comic books. You will also have a chance to make superhero crafts and have fun at our comic book exchange. You may want to enter the costume contest, fan art contest or our fan fiction contest as well, and be sure to snap a picture at our Superhero Selfie Station, too. Science of the Superhero will begin at 2 p.m.

Those that would like to enter the costume contest, or the fan art or fan fiction contests need to register by 2:30 p.m. For contest instructions, go to any Mahoning County public library or our website, www.LibraryVisit.org/teens. You may prepare your entry in advance. Drawings will take place at 4:30 p.m.

This event is for teens in grades 7-12.

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 on Aug. 5 at 10 a.m. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Bonding with babies and books

This event is for caregivers and their little ones who are 6-23 months. There will be twenty minutes of language enrichment including rhymes, songs and stories, followed by time to play and socialize every Tuesday in August at 10 a.m. at the Austintown library. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Pre-kindergarten story time

This program is for 4- and 5-year-olds to help develop pre-literacy and kindergarten readiness skills. The Austitnown library will use books, stories, rhymes, music, movement and crafts to help your child get ready for kindergarten on Aug. 5 at 11:30 a.m.

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. The deadline to purchase tickets has been moved to Aug. 12.

Car show at Austintown library

Car enthusiasts: don’t miss the fundraising Car Show at the Austintown library on Aug. 15 from 6-9 p.m. The evening will include a DJ, refreshments and prizes. To sign up, call 330-740-6086.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 Aug. 5 and 6 at St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital. For information or to register, call 330-480-3070.

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: 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.