Boardman Community Briefs

Knights of Columbus to host spaghetti dinner

The Knights of Columbus Fr. Venglaric Council 11915 at St. Charles in Boardman will be hosting a spaghetti dinner on Jan. 31 from 11:30 a.m. until 5 p.m. in the church hall. The event, which will include a basket raffle, will feature spaghetti and meatballs at a cost of $8 for adults, $5 for children that are 6-12 years of age and children under 6-years of age will eat for free. The dinner will also include a salad, bread and butter, drink and cake. Carry out orders will be available beginning at 10 a.m. Also, the Knights’ delicious spaghetti sauce and meatballs will be available for separate purchase beginning at 10 a.m. the morning of the dinner. One can bring one’s own container, or the Knights can provide one. Proceeds will benefit the council’s charitable endeavors.

Mahoning Valley Ulster Project hosts Wine Taste event

The Mahoning Valley Ulster Project is set to host its annual Wine Taste on Feb. 14 at Drake’s Landing in Canfield from 2-5 p.m. This is a major fundraiser for the Ulster Project. Tickets to the event are $30 per person or $50 per couple, and include a wine and beer taste, light appetizers, a Chinese auction, 50/50 raffle and giveaways. The Mahoning Valley Ulster project is a summer exchange program, which brings together teen leaders from Northern Ireland and the United States. The program offers spiritual, social and service opportunities to help the students discover the common ground they share despite religious differences. Each year, Valley families play host to more than a dozen Northern Irish teens for this enriching experience. Tickets to the event are pre-sale only and can be purchased by calling 330-565-2900 or 330-518-5290.

MCCTC receives Grant

The Mahoning County Career and Technical Center has received the Advanced Career Pathways Grant For Clean Energy Technology for the 2016-17 school year. This grant is provided by the Ohio Department of Education and the Southern Regional Education Board’s High Schools That Work, supporting new career-tech programs relevant to the 21st century workplace. Each four-course Advanced Career pathway curriculum is rich with hands-on projects that stimulate students and help them understand the relationship between theory and application. Advanced Career combines college-ready core academic content with hands-on, project-based assignments centered on a defined career focus. The grant money will go towards new equipment, professional development for staff and Clean Energy Technology curriculum for the new ninth and tenth-grade STEM school opening in the 2016-17 school year.

Mill Creek Champter of ABWA to meet

The Mill Creek Chapter of American Business Women’s Association will host its Feb. 2 meeting at A La Cart Catering in Canfield. The guest speaker will be Dr. Friedrich Koknat, Youngstown State University professor emeritus in chemistry, who will be narrating on Love Stamps as he is a representative of the Mahoning Valley Stamp Club. Networking begins at 6 p.m. and dinner will be served at 6:30 p.m. Dinner will be creamed chicken on biscuits, roast beef, mashed potatoes, peas and carrots, salads, bread and butter and beverages and Valentine cream pastry for dessert. The cost is $18 and the deadline for getting in your reservations is Feb. 2 by calling Marilyn Abramski at 330-726-2527 or Jackie Fischio at 330-788-6634.

BPJWL to meet on Feb. 1

The next meeting of the Boardman Poland Junior Women’s League will take place on Feb. 1 at 7 p.m. at Glenellen, located at 9661 Market St. in Boardman. Members are to wear something red in recognition of Women’s Heart month. Preparations for the” Farewell To Downton Abbey Tea” on March 6 at Boardman Park in the Stambaugh Room from 1-3 p.m. will be finalized. Members are asked to bring a tea item for a tea basket that will be given away at a special drawing during the afternoon tea. Hostesses for the month are Debbie Weaver and Derrie Wilkes, who will be sharing food from their heritage. The Boardman Poland Junior Women’s League is open to all women ages 18 and up, residing in Mahoning, Trumbull and Columbiana counties who are interested in friendship, fun and community involvement. Their mission is to provide a creative outlet for women interested in providing community service in areas of arts, conservation, education, home life, international affairs and public affairs. Women interested in joining or receiving more information can contact our membership chairperson Linda Crish at 330-727-0321.

Mercy Health offers free ‘Health at Home’ workshop

Mercy Health Youngstown, formerly Humility of Mary Health Partners, will offer a one-hour workshop, Health at Home, on Feb. 16 at St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital, located at 8401 Market Street in Boardman. The morning session runs from 11 a.m. until noon in the Woodland Room. The workshop and all materials are free, but reservations are required. Call 330-480-3070 to make reservations. The workshop includes an easy-to-use reference guide that provides information about more than 200 common health problems, as well as tips on caring for yourself and your family, preventing illness and injury, and advice on when to seek medical attention. Health at Home workshops will also be offered at St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital on March 17.

Local students named to the Dean’s List at Miami University

Miami University students who achieved a 3.5 or better grade point average for first semester 2015-2016 have been named to the dean’s list recognizing academic performance. Students from Boardman to earn this honor were Carly Gemma and Jonathan Ouimet.

Kent State names Fall 2015 President’s List

Kent State recently recognized more than 950 undergraduate students who have been named to the President’s list for Fall 2015. Undergraduate students who obtain a 4.00 GPA while maintaining 15 or more credit hours during the fall qualify to receive this honor. Students from Boardman to receive this distinction were Ciara Oslin, Courtney Sage, Kristy Nguyen, Marni Altman and Tara Rogers.

Kiraly named to President’s List

Capital University recently announced that Emily Kiraly of Boardman was named to the President’s List at Capital University for the fall 2015 semester.

BHS French Club helps brighten the holidays

Recently, the French Club of Boardman High School hosted a Canned Food Drive to benefit the Rescue Mission of Youngstown. The drive generated 2,000 pounds of food, almost doubling the amount collected in the previous year. Taking first place in the challenge was Moris Jadue’s second period class, averaging 32 cans per student. The hull was delivered before the students left for their winter break. According to workers at the rescue mission, the French Club provided items that were “exactly what they needed” to help families this holiday season.

Night Owl Story Time

There will be an evening story time for children ages 3-5 on Feb. 2, 16 and 23 at 6 p.m. at the Boardman library. Each child must be accompanied by an adult in this 30-minute program featuring finger plays, stories, and a craft activity.

Sensory Story Time

Join the Boardman library on Feb. 13 at 10 a.m. for a family storytime for children of all ages with a sensory focus. This program is designed for children with different needs, including those with Autism, speech/language delays, cognitive impairments, AD/HD and other special needs and challenges. The children will enjoy books, music and sensory stations with a schedule board and double visuals. Children must attend with an adult. Registration is required. Call 330-744-8636 and ask for the Boardman library. This event is for preschool and school-age children.

Valentine’s Night Owl story time

There will be an evening storytime for children ages 3-5 on Feb. 9 at 6 p.m. at the Boardman library. Each child must be accompanied by an adult in this 30-minute program featuring finger plays, Valentine’s Day stories, a treat and a craft activity.

Super Bowl 50 pre-game party for teens

Eat pizza, play Madden and design swag for the big game at the Boardman library from 3:30-4:30 p.m. on Feb. 6. This event is for teens in grades 7-12..

Super Bowl 50 predictions

Teens in grades 7-12 can stop by the Boardman library Jan. 25 - Feb. 6 to fill out a Super Bowl Prediction form. Answer such questions as, “Will the coin toss land heads or tails?,” “What will the first commercial be advertising?” and “Which team will call the first timeout?” The library will tally the scores and the teen with the highest score will win a $10 Dicks Sporting Goods gift card.

TAB meeting

Check out at the monthly Teen Advisory Board meeting on Feb. 3 at 6:30 p.m. at the Boardman library. Help plan and support teen activities at the library. Meet new people and have fun. Newcomers are always welcome. There will be snacks. This event is for teens in grades 7-12.

Check into chess

Join the Boardman library as they play chess on Feb. 7 at 1:30 p.m. If you would like to learn to play, they will be happy to teach you. This event is for teens and adults.

Color your world

Join the Boardman library on Feb. 11 from 7-8 p.m. for a relaxing evening of adult coloring. Coloring sheets and materials will be provided, or you’re welcome to bring your own. Colorful light refreshments will be served. This event is for teens and adults.

It’s all about yarn

Bring in your crochet, knitting, plastic canvas or “anything with yarn” project and learn from one another on Feb. 29 at 11 a.m at the Boardman library. Participants are encouraged to bring all yarn UFOs (unfinished objects). This event is for adults.

Know your customers

Join Stuart Gibbs, the Business and Investment Center librarian, to learn about your customers and potential customers on Feb. 1 at 6:30 p.m. in the Boardman library tech room. The featured databases, DemographicsNow - Library Edition, Local Market Audience Analyst, and ReferenceUSA’s U.S. Consumers/Lifestyles bring timely and authoritative data and insights for your marketing plan. To register, call 330-744-8636 and ask for Information Services or register online using the events calendar. This event is for adults.

Locate your customers

Join Stuart Gibbs, the Business and Investment Center librarian, to learn about how to target potential customers on Feb. 15 at 6:30 p.m. in the Boardman library tech room. The featured databases, D&B Million Dollar Database and ReferenceUSA (Business, HealthCare, New Business and Residential modules), bring timely and authoritative information to develop strategic marketing. To register, call 330-744-8636 and ask for Information Services or register online using the events calendar. This event is for adults.

Twitter for your business

Learn the basics of Twitter to help start or grow your business on Feb. 17 at 6:30 p.m. in the Boardman library tech room.This workshop will specifically feature steps to create a Twitter account for your business. It will also feature many examples where you can look for ideas. To register, call 330-744-8636 and ask for Information Services or register online using the events calendar. This event is for adults.

Facebook for your business

The workshop, which will take place on Feb. 22 at 6:30 p.m. in the Boardman library tech room, will feature the steps to create a Facebook page for your business. To register, call 330-744-8636 and ask for Information Services or register online using the events calendar. This event is for adults.

YouTube for your business

Learn the basic features of YouTube to help start or grow your business on Feb. 25 at 6:30 p.m. in the Boardman library tech room.This workshop will specifically feature steps to create a YouTube account for your business. It will also feature many examples where you can look for ideas. To register, call 330-744-8636 and ask for Information Services or register online using the events calendar. This event is for adults.

Couponing and smart saving tips

Meet in the Boardman library tech room on Feb. 29 at 6:30 p.m. for an informative session on couponing and many other ways to save money. Be prepared to share your tips with others. To register, call 330-744-8636 and ask for Information Services or register online using the events calendar. This event is for adults.

I Read YA! book club

For adult fans of Young Adult Literature from ages 18-118, this book club is for you. Talk about why you like YA, and read and discuss YA novels. They will be discussing “Glory O’Brien’s History of the Future” by A. S. King on Feb. 9 at 6:30 p.m. at the Boardman library.

Reader’s Choice book club

The book club will discuss “The Kite Runner” by Khaled Hosseini on Feb. 1 at 7 p.m. at the Boardman library. Share your favorite books and find out what new ones are being published. They will also preview March’s book, “Mr. Mercedes” by Stephen King. This event is for adults.

Blood drive

There will be a blood drive by the Mahoning Chapter of the American Red Cross to proudly serve the needs of St. Elizabeth Hospital on Feb. 18 from 1:30-6:30 p.m. at the Boardman library. Taking blood donations to help the community. For appointments, call 1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

Puzzle swap

Swap six of your once-done jigsaw puzzles with others on Feb. 10 at 4 p.m. at the Boardman library. This event takes place every second Wednesday of the month at the Boardman library. For more information, call the Development Office at 330-740-6086.

Guarendi to visit Boardman Schools

Ray Guarendi, humorist, clinical psychologist, author, public speaker and nationally syndicated radio host, is coming to the Boardman Schools on March 1 to speak on the topic “You are a better parent than you think.” His experience includes working with school districts, Head Start programs, mental health centers, substance abuse programs, in-patient psychiatric centers, juvenile courts and in private practice. Guarendi has both his own radio show, “The Doctor is In,” as well as a television show entering its fourth season, “Living Right with Dr. Ray.” He has also appeared on national radio and television shows such as Oprah, The 700 Club and CBS This Morning. In addition, Guarendi has written a number of books, with his most well known “You’re a Better Parent Than You Think” currently in its 28th printing. He will be speaking on March 1 at 6 p.m. in the Glenwood Middle School Auditorium. There is no charge for admission.

Score with scrabble

If you are up for the challenge of laughter and a good game of scrabble, adults are invited to play at the Boardman library from 7-8 p.m. on Feb. 25. Snacks and scrabble boards will be provided. This program is offered on the last Thursday of the month. This event is for adults.

Lego my library

Meet at 10 a.m. on Feb. 20 and enjoy creating Lego designs at the Boardman library. Legos will be provided. This event is for children, age 6 and up.

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 Feb. 1.

Younstown Shrine Club to host annual fundraiser

On Jan. 30, the Youngstown Shrine Club will be hosting its annual Beer Taste. The event will include sampling of a variety of unique local and national brews, along with food, entertainment and fellowship. Wine and other beverages will also be served. Tickets are $35 in advance and $40 at the door. The public is welcome to attend and proceeds, in part, go to the Shriners Hospitals for Children. Business and individual sponsorship opportunities available for the event. In 2015 the Youngstown Shrine Club donated more than $33,000 to support the Shriners Hospitals for Children from its events throughout the year. Tickets can be purchased in advance at Chalet Premier or Autograph Network or by contacting John Jones at 330-792-8892, Howard Merritt, Jr. at 330-360-3436 or Troy Stenger at 330-565-2500, or call the Youngstown Shrine Club at 330-549-3857 ext. 0.

Youngstown Soup event to fund community projects

Jan. 30 marks the date Youngstown Soup will be hosting a community micro-granting dinner celebrating and supporting creative projects in Mahoning County. With a donation of $5 attendees receive soup, salad, bread and a vote on some of the most innovative project proposals in Youngstown. There will be four presenters who will have four minutes to share their idea on their project proposal, which will help the community in some way. Attendees will have the chance to vote on their favorite soup, enjoy a 50/50 raffle and participate in a silent auction of donated goodies from the Valley’s finest businesses. At the end of the night the ballots are counted and the winner takes home the proceeds raised from the dinner to carry out their project. During the next event they will present to the community how they carried out their project. The event takes place at the Calvin Center, located at 755 Mahoning Avenue in Youngstown, on Jan. 30 from 6-9 p.m.

13th annual Father-Daughter Princess Dance

Boardman Park will be hosting its 13th annual Father-Daughter Princess Dance at the Lariccia Family Community Center. Fathers or father figures who have a daughter(s) ages 5-12 can enjoy a memorable evening of dinner and dancing with their little princesses. The dance will be offered on four nights: Feb. 11 from 6-9 p.m., Feb. 12 from 6-9 p.m., Feb. 13 from 6-9 p.m. and Feb. 14 from 5-8 p.m. This semi-formal dinner dance will include dinner, dancing to DJ music, a professional photo for a keepsake and a lot of dancing. Tickets will go on sale beginning Jan. 11. You may purchase your tickets at the park office, Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. or by calling the office at 330-726-8105. You may also purchase your tickets online at boardmanpark.com. Tickets must be purchased in advance. No tickets will be sold at the door. Tickets for Boardman residents are $40 per couple, non-residents are $50 per couple, $20 for additional Boardman child and $25 additional non-Boardman resident child. For more information on this and other events at Boardman Park, go to boardmanpark.com or call the park office at 330-726-8105.

Victorian Players show rescheduled

The Victorian Players have announced the postponement of its scheduled January show, “Same Time Next Year.” The production is rescheduled for June 17-26. The Vic apologizes to its season ticket holders for any inconvenience this may cause. In the January slot, the Vic has contracted for a one-woman show performed by Carol Weakland, actress, author and storyteller. “A Date with the Bront ´ Sisters,” two one-woman shows based on “Jane Eyre” and “Wuthering Heights,” will be performed Jan. 23, 29 and 30 at 7:30 p.m. and Jan. 24 and 31 at 2 p.m. at the Victorian Players Theatre, located at 702 Mahoning Ave. in Youngstown. The Victorian Players may be contacted at 330-746-5455.

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.

Black History Month puzzle challenge

Find the answers to trivia questions during the month of February at the Boardman library throughout regular library hours that relate to Black History Month. For each question you get right, you’ll get a puzzle piece to add to our puzzle. See if you can finish the puzzle by the end of the month. This event is for children of all ages.

Fitness Fun story time

Join the Boardman library on Feb. 10 at 10 a.m. for stories and activities selected from the “Eat, Play, Grow” program. This event will focus on good fun and good nutrition. Prizes and snacks will be given. This event is sponsored by the Mahoning Valley Kids Coalition and is for toddlers and preschoolers.

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 at the Boardman library every Tuesday in February at 10 a.m. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Tales and talk for 2s and 3s

Join the Boardman library every Wednesday in February at 10 a.m. for developmentally appropriate books, songs, rhymes, finger plays and other activities that will help your child (ages 2-3) become a successful reader. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Game Stations

No plans for your day off of school on Feb. 15? Children of all ages can visit the Boardman library’s Game Stations throughout regular library hours. There will be numerous tables of games set up that you can travel around to and play. Bring your family and friends and enjoy a day of games.

Super Bowl 50 predictions

Teens can stop by the Boardman library during regular library hours between Jan. 25 and Feb. 6 to fill out a Super Bowl Prediction form. Answer such questions as these: Will the coin toss land heads or tails? What will the first commercial be advertising? Which team will call the first timeout? The library will tally the scores after the event, and the teen with the highest score will win a $10 Dicks Sporting Goods gift card.