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Local children to audition to perform with Moscow Ballet
The Moscow Ballet will be running a “Dance With Us” program in Youngstown for students ages 7-17. Anna Radik, soloist and a principal dancer from the Moscow Ballet, will be auditioning children from the Youngstown area on Aug. 29 at Ruth’s Dance and Fitness Co. LLC in Boardman to audition for “The Great Russian Nutcracker,” which will take place at Deyor Performing Arts Center on Nov. 26. The choreography will be taught Aug. 29 through Sept. 1, then after that Ruth from Ruth’s Dance and Fitness Co. LLC will work on the choreography with the students. All children from the Youngstown community between the ages of 7-17 are welcome to audition. If cast, the students will need to pay a $50 casting fee and must be able to attend all rehearsals between Aug. 29 and Sept. 1.
Cafaro Family Foundation supports the local Scoutreach Program
The Cafaro Family Foundation has provided a $5,000 donation to the local Boy Scouts of America’s Scoutreach program for this coming school year. This recent donation reflects the perennial support by the Cafaro Family Foundation for Scoutreach, which brings Scouting to disadvantaged youth in the Warren and Youngstown City Schools at no cost to either the schools or to youth that become Cub Scouts. This past school year, more than 1,000 boys in grades 1-5 participated in this Scouting program, which is not only well received by the children, but also by the teachers and school administrators. This Scouting program reinforces good study habits, attendance and individual recognition. The generosity of the Cafaro Family Foundation will support Scoutreach’s current initiative to expand the program to include sixth-graders, which is a request by school administrators.
Learn to square dance with Friendly Squares
Learn to square dance at the weekly square dance lessons being offered beginning Sept. 13 from 7-9 p.m. at the Niles Senior SCOPE Center, located at 14 E. State St. in Niles. The lessons are being offered by the Niles Friendly Squares. All age groups are welcome. There is a nominal fee of $6 per lesson. For additional information, contact Gene Hammond at 330-534-4426, 330-506-3370 or Ghfh67@aol.com. The Friendly Squares will be conducting square dance demonstrations at the Canfield Fair on Sept. 1 from 7-8 p.m. and Sept. 4 from 2-3 p.m. at the International Building stage.
Murder in the Library: “Pasta, Passion and Pistols”
The succulent aroma of home cooked pasta is drifting from New York City’s most popular Italian eatery, La Speranza, but something else is heating up the kitchen... cold-blooded murder! Restaurateur Pepi Roni has been shot in the back with his own pistol. Tonight his family and friends will gather to pay their respects to poor Pepi, but one of the guests won’t be shedding any tears. You must solve the murder before the killer strikes again. Listen carefully to the suspects, study the crime scene and watch for any unusual circumstances. Only the sleuth with the most correct answers will win the prize. Light refreshments will be served. This event is for adults at the Boardman library on Sept. 29 at 6 p.m.
PLYMC libraries are Pok Stops
Pok mon trainers up to grade 12 are invited to stop in and get a free gift at any local library from Sept. 6-17 during regular library hours. Tell the library staff that you’re there to hunt for Pok mon and you will receive a prize. Check out library materials that day or get a library card and you can receive an additional prize (both prizes are limited to one of each per participant). Your library has always been the place to get your favorite books, DVDs and music CDs and now you can get your Pok mon gear as well. The Pok mon Library project is for children through grade 12.
“Star Trek” birthday
Celebrate 50 years of “Star Trek” at the Boardman library Sept. 8 at 6 p.m. View episodes of the original series. Enjoy light refreshments while you play themed games. Meet the crew of the USS Navigator. This event is for the family.
Playtime at library
Prepare for kindergarten through play at the Boardman library on Sept. 13 at 6:30 p.m. Read a story and have fun with developmentally appropriate games and activities that you can do with your child to help them get ready for kindergarten. This event is for those ages 2-6. All children under 7 must be accompanied by an adult.
Bonding with babies and books
The Boardman library will host an event for caregivers and their little ones who are 6-23 months every Tuesday in September at 10 a.m. There will be 20 minutes of language enrichment including rhymes, songs and stories, followed by time to play and socialize. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Tales and talk for 2’s and 3’s
Join the Boardman library for developmentally appropriate books, songs, rhymes, finger plays and other activities that will help your child (ages 2-3) become a successful reader every Wednesday in September at 10 a.m. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
TAB (Teen Advisory Board) meeting
Check out the Boardman library at the monthly TAB (Teen Advisory Board) meeting on Sept. 7 at 6:30 p.m. The group meets on the first Wednesday of the month at the library. Help plan and support teen activities at the library. Meet new people and have fun. Newcomers are always welcome and encouraged to attend. This event is for teens in grades 7-12.
Night Owl story time
There will be an evening story time for children ages 3-5 at the Boardman library on Sept. 6, 20 and 27 at 6:30 p.m. Each child must be accompanied by an adult in this 30 minute program featuring finger plays, stories and a craft activity.
Boardman’s got talent
What’s your special talent - singing, dancing, being funny or something else? Show what you can do at the Boardman library’s talent show on Sept. 21 at 7 p.m. This event is for children of all ages. Call 330-744-8636, and ask for the Boardman library to register.
It’s all about yarn
Bring in your crochet, knitting, plastic canvas or “anything with yarn” project to the Boardman library on Sept. 26 at 11 a.m. and learn from one another. Participants are encouraged to bring all yarn UFOs (unfinished objects). This event is for adults.
Lego my library
Meet and enjoy creating Lego designs at the Boardman library on Sept. 10 at 10 a.m. Legos will be provided. This event is for children, age 6 and up.
YA peculiar photographs
Ransom Rigg’s novel, “Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children,” will be a movie coming out at the end of the month, now is your chance to become a peculiar child. In this contest, take a black and white photograph of yourself that looks like you could be from the past. On the back of your picture describe what sort of talent you would have and how you incorporated it into the photograph. The winner will receive a gift card and the photographs will be on display in the teen section of the library. This event will take place at the Boardman library throughout regular hours in September for teens in grades 7-12.
I Read YA! book club
This event is for adult fans of young adult literature from ages 18 and up, this book club is for you. Talk about why you like YA. Read and discuss. This month they will be discussing “Cinder” by Marissa Meyer. This event is for adults at the Boardman library on Sept. 19 at 6:30 p.m.
Reader’s Choice book club
The Boardman library will discuss “102 Minutes” by Jim Dwyer on Sept. 12 at 7 p.m. Share your favorite books and find out what new ones are being published. They will preview October’s book, “Pride and Prejudice” by Jane Austen. This event is for adults.
Blood Pressure Screening
There will be a Blood Pressure Screening by the Mahoning Chapter of the American Red Cross at the Boardman library from 12:30-2:30 p.m. on Sept. 6
Friends of PLYMC - Opera presentation and meeting
This month’s Friends of PLYMC General Membership Meeting will be followed by a special presentation on “Opera and Carmen,” by David Vosburgh of Youngstown Opera. The event will take place on Sept. 21 at 6 p.m. at the Boardman library. Refreshments will be provided. This event is for adults.
Friends of the Boardman Library program and meeting
This month’s program will be “Allegheny Arsenal Disaster” with presenter G. L. Mears, retired executive vice president of YSU. The event will take place on Sept. 12 at 10 a.m. at the Boardman library. This event is for adults.
Puzzle swap
Swap six of your once-done jigsaw puzzles with others on Sept. 14. This event takes place every second Wednesday of the month at the Boardman library at 4 p.m. This event is for adults.
An evening at Talbot’s
Join the Boardman library at Talbots, located at 813 Boardman Poland Road in Boardman, on Sept. 22 from 5-7 p.m. for a charitable event sponsored by the Literary Society of the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County. There will be informal modeling and refreshments. A percentage of the sales that evening will go to the Library’s Literary Society for author events. To attend, contact the Development Office at 330-740-6086.
Holiday closing
All libraries in the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County system will be closed on Sept. 4 and Sept. 5. Happy Labor Day.
Sons of the American Revolution to meet
The Mahoning Valley Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution will be hosting its fourth and final organizational meeting on Aug. 24 at the Canfield library between 6:30-8 p.m. They will be making plans to recruit at the Canfield Fair at a booth in the Veterans section. They intend to continue to add new members to the Charter group until Dec. 1. They will be recruiting at the fair and taking “selfies” with the children and adults when Color Guard members are on site. They hope to encourage all to appreciate the freedoms Americans enjoy as a result of this country’s War of Independence and to ”Honor their Patriot” by joining the Mahoning Valley Chapter, Sons of the American Revolution serving Mahoning, Trumbull and Columbiana Counties.
Horticultural Show to be Aug. 20 and 21
The 52nd annual Horticultural Show, sponsored by The Men’s Garden Club of Youngstown, will take place at Fellows Riverside Gardens in the Mill Creek MetroParks on Aug. 20 and 21. The event is open free to all exhibitors ad the public is welcome. For more information, Call Rodney Toth at 330-759-1993.
Friendly Squares to host dancing introduction
If you are looking for something to exercise your body and mind, the Friendly Squares of Niles are having an introduction to Modern Square Dancing on Sept. 13 at 7 p.m. Join them at the Niles Senior Center, located at 14 E. State St. in Niles, on that night. For more information, call 330-506-3370.
GA to meet
Gamblers Anonymous, a 12-Step fellowship of compulsive gamblers who want to recover from their gambling addictions, will meet twice this week in the Youngstown-Warren area. A GA meeting takes place every Friday at Westminster Church, located at 119 Stadium Drive in Boardman, and another takes place every Sunday at Christ Church Presbyterian, located at 3425 Hopkins Road in Youngstown (Cornersburg). Both meetings 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.
Square Dancing
Do you like to dance? Listen to different kinds of music? On Sept. 13 at 7 p.m., the Friendly Squares of Niles are having an introduction to Square Dancing. Join them at the Niles Senior Center, located at 14 E. State St. in Niles on that night. For more information, call 330-506-3370.
Bonding with babies and books
This event is for caregivers and their little ones who are 6-23 months. There will be 20 minutes of language enrichment, including rhymes, songs and stories, followed by time to play and socialize. Children must be accompanied by an adult. This event will take place every Tuesday in August at 10 a.m. at the Boardman library.
Family story time with chalk in hand
Bring the whole family to the Boardman library on Aug. 24 at 10 a.m. for stories, games, crafts and fun for all ages. A chalk activity will take place outdoors, weather permitting.
Gold medal crafts: grab and go craft
This event is for crafty children of all ages at the Boardman library during library hours in the month of August.
Book a librarian
Would you like a personal introduction to resources available at the library? Need more time with a librarian than you can get over the phone or if you just walk in? Book-a-Librarian sessions are tailored to meet the specific needs of the individual. A library staff member will give undivided attention to customers who want in-depth help with a variety of library services, such as learning to use a computer, email, the Internet, downloading e-books and audiobooks, researching a topic, discovering new books and authors to read and enjoy, business, non-profit or genealogy help. To schedule an appointment, visit any library, call 330-744-8636 or go online at www.libraryvisit.org/Book-a-Librarian
Blood Drive by the Mahoning Chapter of the American Red Cross
There will be a blood drive to proudly serve the needs of St. Elizabeth Hospital. The American Red Cross will be taking blood donations to help the community at the Boardman library on Aug. 29 from 1:30-6:30 p.m. For appointments, call 1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-733-2767).
Local YMCA to feature Ervin Newman paintings
The Davis Family YMCA is hosting “Hooray for HOLLYWOOD,” an art show featuring 28 paintings by the late Ervin Newman of Poland. All of the works, created in the 1940s, feature movie stars of that era. They were painted while Newman was a student at Struthers High School or shortly thereafter. “Hooray for HOLLYWOOD” runs from July 27 through Aug. 31 at 45 McClurg Road in Boardman. The official opening is on July 27 from 3-5 p.m. in the Gallery at the Y. The reception, which is free and open to the public, will include cake and punch, plus music by local favorites, Steve Fazzini and Mike Roncone. In the spirit of the theme, red carpet and/or 1940s era attire is encouraged. Cecilia Newman, who donated the works after reading about the Y’s arts programs, will be the guest of honor. Because the paintings were created before she met her husband, Cecilia doesn’t have much information regarding their origins. Anyone who remembers Ervin is asked to contact Suzanne Gray at the Boardman YMCA 330-480-5656 or sgray@youngstownymca.org.
Chaney Class of 1956 to have reunion
The Chaney High School Class of 1956 will host its 60th reunion on Sept. 24 from 5:30-10:30 p.m. at A La Carte Catering in Canfield (429 Lisbon St.). The cost to attend is $30 per person, and spouses and friends are welcome. Event organizers ask that the classmates who are planning to attend call and provide current addresses. For questions, or to provide current addresses, call Larry Probert at 330-799-1204 or Joan Fergus at 330-533-5972.
East Class of 1966 to have reunion
Youngstown East High School Class of 1966 will be having a 50th reunion on Sept. 2 from 6-10 p.m. at Our Lady of Mount Carmel, 343 Via Mount Carmel Ave. in Youngstown. The event will include a dinner buffet, as well as music provided by a D.J. Tickets will be $40 per person. If you are planning to attend, call Marie Macchio Mamanis at 330-533-1633 or Janine Ross Johnson at 330-716-1543.
First Night Youngstown announces annual button design competition
First Night Youngstown is calling for local and regional artists to participate in the annual design competition of its New Year’s Eve events admission button. The winning artist will be promoted at all press events. The artist will also be a celebrity guest in the Downtown Christmas holiday parade and tree-lighting event. The button series is traditionally intended to celebrate downtown Youngstown’s unique historic buildings and architecture. Buttons may be designed using any medium and then digitally saved as a .jpeg. Artists should depict Youngstown in a manner that highlights New Year’s Eve, no champagne glasses or images of drinking alcohol; First Night events are family-friendly. The design must include the phrase “First Night Youngstown 2017.” Interested artists should call 330-744-9966 or email firstnightyoungstown@gamil.com. Submission deadline is Aug. 31. Each year, admission buttons provide entry to all First Night events on New Year’s Eve in downtown Youngstown, sold at $5 and $10 each. Proceeds from the sale help compensate performers.
America’s Schoolmaster exhibit
The Early Days of William Holmes McGuffey will be on display in the Melnick Museum at Fellows Riverside Gardens from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. Learn more about the early days of McGuffey and his boyhood homestead, located in Coitsville and now known as the McGuffey Wildlife Preserve. The exhibit will be open though January 2017.