Austintown Community Briefs

June quilt group meeting to be June 16

That Quilt Group I Belong To will host its June meeting on June 16 at Fair Park in Canfield. Doors will open at 6 p.m. and a potluck dinner will follow at 6:30 p.m. All members are asked to bring a covered dish for the buffet. New officers will be installed. The guest speaker will be Lynn Zocolo, a horticulture educator from Mill Creek Park’s Fellows Riverside Gardens. That Quilt Group I Belong to is open to all quilters in the Mahoning Valley, including all skill levels. For information about membership or meetings, contact president Ginger Mangie at 330-702-0532.

Students named to Ashland University’s Dean’s List

To be eligible for this honor, a student must be enrolled full time at Ashland University and achieve at least a 3.5 grade point average on a 4.0 scale. Students from Austintown to have achieved this distinction are Rosalie Sepesy and Emily Wirtz.

Walsh University students earn Spring 2015 Dean’s List honors

The following Austintown residents earned Walsh University Dean’s List honors for the Spring 2015 semester: Lea Carrol, Emily Durina, Lindsay Ignazi, Julie Larkin, Kenda Learn, Margaret Mangino and Monica Mattiussi.

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.

Bites and Bits of History lunch program

The Mahoning Valley Historical Society’s next Bites and Bits of History lunch program will be on June 18 at noon. Lea Mollman, MVHS Museum Curator will discuss Greystone (now The Arms Family Museum) and how it has changed. Attendees will see Olive Arms’ original drawings, several sets of early photographs, along with photos from 1960 and current images. Learn how Greystone has changed over the years. These items are rarely seen by the common visitor and offer a unique virtual tour of the Arts and Crafts home.

Pirone to speak at meeting of the WWII Heritage society

Joseph Pirone of Niles will speak to the June meeting of the World War II Heritage Society on June 15. The meeting takes place monthly on the third Monday at AlaCarte Catering on Lisbon Street in Canfield (State Route 62). A buffet dinner at 6:30 p.m. will precede his talk, at the cost of $14. Contact David Frank at 330-757-0515 or frank.1953@hotmail.com) for reservations by June 12.

Crandall Park South Neighborhood announces summer tour

The Crandall Park South Neighborhood Association (CPSNA) will host an Architecture and Garden Tour on July 18 from 10 a.m. unti 4 p.m. on Youngstown’s historic north side. This group will use funds from the event for additional projects to enhance its north side neighborhoods. Featured sites will be walking tours of Stambaugh Auditorium, Fellows Riverside Gardens, Wick Pollock House and Jones Hall on the YSU campus. Additionally, seven city residents will open their private gardens for self-guided tours. CPSNA will host a welcome center at the Tod Avenue stone pavilion throughout the day offering light refreshments, gardening information and raffle items. Wrist bands are required and can be purchases for $15 each beginning at 9:30 a.m. and July 18 at Stambaugh Auditorium ticket office located off the Ford Avenue entrance. Maps and addresses of tour sites will also be available.To reserve your wrist band in advance, phone the ticket off ice at 330-259-0555.

Monday Night Writers to meet

The next meeting of Monday Night Writers will be June 15 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 and registration is preferred. For more information, contact Christie at 330-793-3675 or at nancy@nancychristie.com.

Stamping with Cindy

Learn to create your own handmade cards using stamps, punches and other fun tools. Sign up for either session at the Austitown library on June 22 at 6:30 p.m. or June 26 at 10 a.m. and 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. This event is for adults.

Art with Andrea

Join the Austintown library in this art class on June 18 at 6:30 p.m. All art supplies will be provided. Call 330-744-8636 to register. This event is for teens and adults.

Drama camp at the Austintown library

Join the Austintown library for five days of fun June 15-19 from 10 a.m. until noon. Discuss the history of theater and its main components - also stage, rehearse and perform a show. Attendance for all five days is required. Family and friends are invited to enjoy the show on the last day of camp: June 19. Showtime will be at 11 a.m., followed by refreshments. Registration is required. Register online or by calling 330-744-8636. This event is for tweens and teens in grades 4-8.

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 at the Austintown library during normal library hours in the month of June.

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.

Spinasaurus Encounter at the Austintown library

The Carnegie Museum of Natural history will be presenting “Spinasaurus Encounter” at the Austintown library on June 25 at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. The Carnegie Museum of Natural History will be bringing its life-sized Spinosaurus and guiding participants on a journey back to the age of dinosaurs. This event is for children of all ages.

Slavic scholarship for YSU students

The Simply Slavic committee has announced that is seeking applicants for its academic scholarship and they are looking no further than Youngstown State University. Undergraduate YSU students who have completed their freshman year and are currently enrolled at YSU are encouraged to apply for the $500 scholarship. All applicants will be required to submit a 500-word essay on how being Slavic affects their lives. Applicants need to be able to substantiate that they are of at least 25 percent Slavic heritage (This requirement is waived for members of YSU’s Slavic Student Association). Funds can be used for scholarships, as well as applied to study abroad programs.

Spring cleaning kayak

Help clean the shores and wetlands of Lake Newport on June 20 from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. Participants must have paddling skills. Age restrictions apply. Reserve a kayak or bring your own. Meet at the East Newport boat launch. Call Ford Nature Center for details.

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.

Thursdays family farm tours

Tour includes playroom time, a stop in the barns and a tractor-wagon ride at MetorParks Farm on June 18 and 25 from 10-11:30 a.m.

Weekend farm tours

Enjoy a guided tractor-wagon tour of the farm leaving approximately every half hour on June 14 from 1-4 p.m. Barns are open to visit with the animals. Donations will be accepted and there is a craft fee of $1.

Standard trolley tours

Explore and experience a guided hour and a half tour of Mill Creek MetroParks on June 14, 18, 23 and 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.

Picnic in the park

Enjoy an excursion in Mill Creek MetroParks with stops to explore park landmarks and a very special stop for a picnic with sandwiches from Gordy’s Speciality Market on June 25 from 1-4 p.m. Register and pay in advance at Ford Nature Center. Meet at the Boards of FNC. The cost is adults - $16 R, $19 NR; those 12 and under or 60 and up - $14 R; $17 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.

Landscaping for pollinators

Learn how to make your garden a happy home for both plants and pollinators on June 20 from 1-2:30 p.m. at Fellows Riverside Gardens. Register and pay $14; FFRG $12 by June 18.

Botanical mornings

Take in the beauty of Fellows Riverside Gardens with a guided walk led by Lynn Zocolo on June 26 from 9-10 a.m. Register and pay $5 by June 24.

Growing roses

Get tips on how to plant, fertilize and manage pest problems at Fellows Riverside Gardens on June 27 from 10-11:30 a.m. Register and pay $14; FFRG $12 by June 25.

Yoga in the gardens

Enjoy yoga at Fellows Riverside Gardens on June 16, 18, 23, 25 and 30 from 9:30-11 a.m. or 5:30-7 p.m. Bring a mat and a small blanket. The cost is $12 per class.

Tai’Chi step one in the gardens

Partake of warm-ups, breathing exercises and movements that ease stress, improve health and increase vitality at Fellows Riverside Gardens on June 17 and 24 from 12-1 p.m. The cost is $10 per class.

Applying Ayurveda to bring balance into your life

A two part course in Ayurveda, a mind-body health system that can bring balance to your life, will take place at Fellows Riverside Gardens on June 16 and 23 from 6:30-8 p.m. Register and pay $50; $45 FFRG by June 14.

Chair to mat movement

Use stretching and movement poses that will lead you from the chair to the mat. Class takes place at Fellows Riverside Gardens on June 20 from 9-10:30 a.m. Bring a mat. The cost is $12 per class.

Live at the Morley

The first concert of the season at the Judge Leo P. Morley Pavilion will take place on June 24 from 7-8:30 p.m.

Players in the park

The Mahoning Valley players and Mill Creek MetroParks present “The Illusion,” a fairy tale of love, murder, betrayal and irony at the Judge Morley Pavilion on June 26 and 27 from 6-8 p.m. Lawn seating is available. Call Ford Nature Center for details.

Garden forum flower show

Fellows Riverside Gardens will host a summer garden flower show presented by Garden Forum of Greater Youngstown on June 20 and 21 from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m.

Biannual hike

Join Ford Nature Center on June 14 at 1 p.m. for the biannual 10 mile hike and walk along the waters of Mill Creek and Lake Cohasset and Newport.

Sunday morning in the park

Rise early for a ramble along the Old Tree Trail, Lily Pond and Lake Glacier. Starts at Fellows Riverside Gardens. Call Ford Nature Center for details.

Landscapes on the Hudson

Explore the Hudson River Valley landscapes from Aug. 13-16, leaving at 7 a.m. on the 13 and returing at 11 p.m. on Aug. 16. Registration and deposit due by June 12. Full payment due by July 17. Prices bases on double occupancy, additional charges for single occupancy. The deposit due is $250. The fee for the trip is $885, FFRG member: $835.

MetroMutts: sunset farm hike

Hike all four beautiful habitats of the Mindy Henning Memorial Trail at MetroParks Farm-Bikeway Trailhead and watch the summer sunset on the farm with your furry friend. Local shelters will be on hand with adoptable dogs. This is a moderate 2.5 mile hike on June 19 from 6:30-8 p.m.

Contra dance at the Covered Bridge

Join the fun of Contra Dance at Lanterman’s Mill Covered Bridge on June 20 from 6-9 p.m. The cost is $7; Call Ford Nature Center for details.

Traveling naturalist

A naturalist will be stationed at the Lily Pond. Stop by to chat about the ponds wildlife and its upcoming improvements on June 21 from 1-3 p.m. Call Ford Nature Center for details.

Goin’ mothin’

Moths outnumber butterflies by more than eleven to one. Attract an array using black lights at Ford Nature Center on June 27 from 9-11 p.m. Bring a flashlight and camera. There will be limited parking. Register at FNC by June 26.

The nature of journaling

Delight your senses with the beauty of nature and allow the space of landscape to guide you as you transpose your thoughts and feelings on paper. Meet at Fellows Riverside Gardens on June 10 from 5:30-7 p.m. or on June 17 from 10-11:30 a.m. Register and pay $24; FFRG $22 by June 8 or 15.

Couple scotch

Join Mill Creek Golf Course for June’s couple scotch event on June 13 with a 6 p.m. shotgun start. Teams are composed of three couples playing scotch format. No golf handgrips needed. The cost is $45 per couple.

Family range night

There will be free golf instruction at the Mill Creek Gold Course practice range on June 20 at 6:30 p.m. There will be games, prizes and a cook-out on the range.

Austintown accepts sealed pricing quotes

The Austintown Local School Board will accept sealed pricing quotes for the purchase of food for the 2015-2016 school year on June 24 at 10 a.m. Items include: dairy products, bread and bakery products. Sealed specifications and pricing quote responses must be submitted in duplicate and are due by 3 p.m. on June 23 to the Austintown Local School District Board of Education Office, located at 700 S. Raccoon Road, Austintown, Ohio 44515. Any responses without pricing or received after the time specified will be rejected and not permitted to quote the project. Quotes will be taken in accordance with the specifications and procedures, suppliers can pick up a copy of the quote package at the Austintown Early Learning Center, located at 4211 Evelyn Road in Austintown, Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m until 2 p.m. For any questions on specifications or on the sealed quote process, contact Tascin Brooks DTR, Food Service Director, at 330-797 -3900, ext. 2032 or e-mail tbrooks@austintownschools.org.

Page turners book club

Love books? Looking for a good read? Hear what others are reading and share your favorite read, or just join the fun at the Austintown library on June 17 from 6-7 p.m. 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 at the Austintown library on June 15 at 6 p.m. This event is for adults.

Friends of the Austintown library meeting and program

Dean Hoover will present a history of the Plakie Toy Company of Youngstown at the Friends of the Austintown Library meeting and program on June 22 at 10 a.m. This event is for adults.

Take a guess

Guess the number of items in the jar at the Austintown library through the month of June. Closest guess wins a small prize. This event is for adults.

Frosted: decorate cupcakes

Learn how to decorate cupcakes like a pro and have a great time playing with frosting and learning ways you can embellish any cake at the Austintown library on June 24 at 6:30 p.m. Remember to bring a container if you’d like to take your finished goodies with you. Space is limited, so call 330-744-8636 to register for either the June or July “Frosted” program. 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 to stretch your shopping dollars by swapping coupons at the Austintown library during normal library hours in the month of June. This event is for adults.

Blind Date with a Book

Exciting, single book is seeking a fun-loving reader. Will be wearing a plain book jacket and sitting out on display during library hours. Check this event out any day at the Austintown library through the month of June. This event is for adults.

3-D Printing: an introduction

What is 3-D Printing? How does it work, and why is this technology becoming so popular? Find out in this class at the Austintown library at 2 p.m. on June 23. No experience is necessary and no computer skills are required. See a demonstration of loading a 3-D print job and watch the printer in action. This event is for adults.

Free blood pressure check

There will be a free blood pressure check by the Salem Area Visiting Nurse Association on June 23 from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. at the Austintown library.

Basic email computer class

Learn how easy it is to set up your own email account on June 25 at 6:30 p.m.. This is a beginner’s class at the Austintown library that will cover setting up an Internet based email account and how to use it. Some knowledge of computers and the internet is required. Call 330-744-8636 to register and specify basic email computer class and library name. This event is for adults (limit to four).

Basic word computer class

Learn very basic computer skills involving the Microsoft Office Word program at the Austintown library on June 30 at 6:30 p.m. This is a beginner’s class that will cover cut and paste and the Word menus. Space is limited to five. Call to register at 330-744-8636 and specify basic word computer class and library name. 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 June 24 at 11 a.m. Make one to take home with you. Class size limited. Call to register. This event is for adults.

Simply Slavic looks for volunteers

The fifth annual Simply Slavic fesitival will take place on June 20 from 12-11 p.m. on Federal Plaza East. Organizers are looking for volunteers of every age and skill with different activities for the event. Various two-hour shifts are available. Every volunteer gets free admission and a t-shirt. For more information, contact help@simplyslavic.org or call at 330-333-1441.

Barnyard childrens camp

Children that are ages 5-6 can enjoy meeting new friends at the MetroParks Farm on June 22 from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. Bring your favorite stuffed animal for a mini fair with awards. Tour the farm and have a snack, do crafts, sing and play games. Register and pay $25 R; 30 NR by June 17.

Explore at Ford Nature Center and MetroParks Farm

Children that are ages 10-12 can explore the great outdoors at Ford Nature Center and MetroParks Farm June 23-25 from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. Geocoach, go on a scavenger hunt, do craft projects, go on nature hikes and more. Register and pay $60 R; $70 NR by June 16.

Sprout club

Children that are ages 3-5 can learn about the wonderful world of pollinators, tremendous trees and vegetables at Fellows Riverside Gardens on June 18, July 23 and Aug. 6 from 1-2 p.m. Register and pay $15 for the series or $7 for a class by June 16.

Saplings: mosaic garden balls

Create a unique piece of garden artwork by decorating an upcycled bowling ball with glass marbles and stones. This event is for ages 6 and up at Fellows Riverside Gardens on June 20 from 1-2:30 p.m. Register and pay $12 by June 18.

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.

Viewing pollinators

Enjoy viewing more than 30,000 butterflies and moths collected locally and from faraway places by Greg Stanko at the lobby of Fellows Riverside Gardens from June 10-30 from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m.

Offerings: posies for Emily and other dreamers

Fine art photographer, Patricia Christaoks, pays homage to writers such as Emily Dickenson in an exhibition at Fellows Riverside Gardens-Weller Gallery now through June 14 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.

Birding the sanctuary

Jeff Harvey of Wild Birds Unlimited will lead this walk at Mill Creek Wildlife Sanctuary on June 20 from 8-9:30 a.m. Boots are required. Register at Ford Nature Center by June 19.

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 hosts sumemr series of spirituality programs

The Ursuline Center is offering a Summer Spirituality Series of programs, beginning with classes on world religion taught by Sister Nancy Dawson. Dawson, executive director of The Ursuline Center and an instructor of World Religions classes at Youngstown State University, will teach three classes on world religions. Her classes are offered on June 15 from either 10:30 a.m until 12 p.m. or 6:30-8 p.m. The first two classes will cover Judaism and Islam. The subject of the third class will be determined based on participants’ interest and the information presented in the first two sessions. The donation is $15 per session, or $40 for all three if paid by June 1. To register, call The Ursuline Center at 330-799-4941.

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.

Explore heritage and history

Explore the history and heritage of the Mahoning Valley at Mill Creek Park for this three day camp on June 16-18 from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. Become an early explorer discovering Mill Creek Gorge, learn what animals live there now and in the past, take a boat ride on Lake Glacier, plus more. Register and pay $60 R; $70 NR by June 9. This event is for ages 8 and up.

Volleyball camp at Wick Recreation Area

YSU Assistant Volleyball Coach, Sarah Smith, will teach boys and girls ages 8-13 the skills of this sport. The camp will take place on June 16 and 17 from 3:30-5:30 p.m. Register and pay $15 R; $20 NR by June 12.

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.

Saturday movie matinee

Join the Austintown library for a Saturday movie matinee on June 20 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.

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.

Gotta move story time

This event is for children ages 2-5 who are accompanied by a caregiver. Join the Austintown library on June 18 at 10 a.m. for a variety of musical and movement activities that appeal to the “young and restless,” stimulate brain development and motivate language learning. Adults and children, get ready to act out stories and rhymes, sing and dance, and talk and play.

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 at the Austintown library on June 16, 23 and 30 at 10 a.m. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

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.

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.

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.

Posies for Emily and other dreamers

Fine art photographer Patricia Christakos pays homage to writers such as Emily Dickenson at Fellows Riverside Gardens- Weller Gallery though June 14 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 June 14, 21, 28 and July 5 from 9-10 a.m. at Fellows Riverside Gardens. The cost is $80 or $72 if registered by May 12.

Neighborhood Ministries is sseeking churches to provide free meals

Neighborhood Ministries, a sponsor for the Summer Food Service Program, is seeking churches or organizations to join in providing free meals to children ages 18 and under who live in the Youngstown area. The meals are provided by the U.S. Department of Agriculture through the Ohio Department of Education from June 8 – Aug. 21. If your church or organization is interested in receiving free meals for children this summer, contact Neighborhood Ministries at 330-755-8696 or email lisa_scannell@ohionm.org. The deadline for submitting a site request is April 30.

Simply Slavic call for vendors

The fifth annual Simply Slavic festival will be on June 20 from 12-11 p.m. on Federal Plaza East. Organizers are seeking authentically Slavic retail, craft, fine art and food vendors for its marketplace and food tents. Simply Slavic has vending space for 15 food vendors and 10 marketplace vendors who will provide a variety of Slavic merchandise and foods for patrons during the festival. The confirmation deadline for previous vendors is April 15. Applications from new vendors will be accepted after this date, but questions are welcome at any time. For more information, contact info@simplyslavic.org or call at 330-509-0754.

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: June 9 at 6:30 p.m. - Celebrating Fatherhood; 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.