Contest celebrates Teen Read Week

September 28, 2015 at 12:00a.m.

BRISTOLVILLE

Bristol Public Library, 1855 Greenville Road, will celebrate Teen Read Week with a three-week “Get Away @ Bristol Public Library” contest from Thursday through Oct. 22 for teens in grades 7 to 12.

Teens who check out, read and return books from the library’s young adult collection will receive one prize drawing ticket for each book. Tickets will be entered for a chance to win prizes, as well as a grand prize Kindle Fire HDX.

For information, call the circulation desk at 330-889-3651.

Salem center to offer swimming lessons

SALEM

The Salem Community Center, 1098 N. Ellsworth, will host an American Red Cross swimming lesson program every Saturday from Oct. 3 through Nov. 21.

Instructors are Red Cross WSI certified and have many years of experience. Six learn-to-swim levels are available, along with a Mommy and Me level for infants and a parent.

The cost is $70 for nonmembers and $55 for members. Multiple child discounts are available.

For information or to register, call the center at 330-332-5585.

Animal Charity to host 3K/5K run

YOUNGSTOWN

Animal Charity will host a Rover Fun Run 3K/5K on Saturday at Wick Recreation Area in Mill Creek Park. Registration is at 9 a.m., and the race begins at 10.

The cost is $25 for a single racer or $50 for a family of four. Dogs participate for free.

All proceeds benefit Animal Charity.

There will be adoptable dogs at the event. A carnival-themed party will be offered after the run.

Register for the race at active.com by searching for Animal Charity Rover Fun Run. For registration and sponsorship information, email elizabethfawcett@yahoo.com. For information on Animal Charity, visit 4140 Market St., Boardman, or www.animalcharityofohio.org.

Dressed for the Day program at church

POLAND

The Poland Historical Society will sponsor a Dressed for the Day program from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday at Poland Presbyterian Church, 2 Poland Manor.

Historical authors Mary K. Inman and Louise F. Pence will provide a narrated demonstration about the clothing, cultural history and daily life of the early settlers, and an afternoon tea will follow.

The cost is $20, and proceeds will support preservation and education. Seating is limited, call 330-536-6877 for reservations.

Barktoberfest Luau set for Saturday

COLUMBIANA

The Pet Hydrant, 514 E. Park Ave., will host a Barktoberfest Luau event from 2 to 5 p.m. Saturday to benefit All Paws are Perfect.

There will be a 50-50 raffle, raffle baskets, music, free giveaways and adoptable dogs at the event.

Prizes will be awarded for a best dressed dog, best dressed human and best dressed dog and human combo.

Prepaid $5 entry will cover all food, drinks and dog treats at the event.

Tickets will be $10 at the door.

To purchase, visit the store or email info@thepethydrant.com.