Jewish center plans Treasure Dive April 18

April 11, 2016 at 12:00a.m.

YOUNGSTOWN

The Jewish Community Center, 505 Gypsy Lane, will host a treasure dive from 4 to 6 p.m. April 18.

Children are invited to become explorers and search for treasure at the bottom of the pool. There also will be a photo booth and a possible visit from a real-life pirate.

This event is free for members, and $5 for nonmembers. For information, contact aquatics at 330-746-3250, ext. 112, or aquatics@jcc-youngstown.org.

Registration can be done online at jccyoungstown.org.

Pet vaccine clinic set Saturday at Angels

GREEN

The Mahoning County District Board of Health is offering a vaccination clinic from 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday at Angels for Animals, 4750 W. South Range Road. The cost is $6 per shot (cash only). No appointment is needed.

In Mahoning County, rabies vaccination is required for all dogs, cats and ferrets over three months. Pet owners must have their pets on a leash, in a cage, or carried inside a pillowcase. The clinic is sponsored by the county health department in partnership with Dr. Richard Nokes, and Angels for Animals.

Rabies is a preventable, potentially deadly viral disease most often transmitted through bites and scratches from unvaccinated pets, strays and wildlife. Individuals can protect themselves and their families from rabies by following these guidelines: Vaccinate pets, reduce pet exposure to wildlife, spay or neuter to decrease the number of stray animals, avoid contact with wildlife and stray animals, and wash animal bite areas thoroughly and follow up with a doctor visit.

Ohio attorney general to meet with clergy

YOUNGSTOWN

A clergy meeting with Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine will take place from 3 to 4:30 p.m. April 26 at Mount Gilead Banquet Center, 2823 Hillman St.

The event is sponsored by Tracey Winbush of the “Tracey and Friends” radio program.

The faith-based community plays an essential role in communities across Ohio, and is involved in issues plaguing the local communities that include the opiate/heroin epidemic, human trafficking, crime, safety and re-entry. DeWine will discuss these issues as well as other concerns with guests during the event.

To register, visit http://communitymeeting.rsvpify.com, or call or text 978-600-8946.

Cookie sales to benefit autism awareness

WARREN

Covelli Enterprises, in partnership with The Rich Center for Autism at Youngstown State University and Potential Development, is raising money for programs that help families during April, which is Autism Awareness Month.

Beginning today through Sunday, 100 percent of the proceeds from all “Pieces of Hope” cookie sales at all Panera Bread cafes in the Mahoning Valley and Hermitage, Pa., will be donated to The Rich Center and Potential Development.

Also, throughout April, Panera Bread is collecting donations at the registers of all of its local caf s for both schools.

The puzzle piece cookie, designed by Covelli Bakers, is the national symbol for autism because of the mysteries and complexity of the Autism Spectrum Disorder. All puzzle pieces are different shapes, representing the diversity of those affected.