Canfield Community Briefs

Stitch a table topper workshop

Karen Miles, a member of TQGIBT – That Quilt Guild I Belong To – is leading a workshop on the Calliope table runner at the March meeting. Included will be instructions on a specialty ruler called the Squedge. For interested stitchers who can join them early, the workshop will begin at 1 p.m. with instructions on cutting with the Squedge. There will be a break for dinner from 5-6 p.m. A brief business meeting will commence at 6:30 p.m., followed by more Calliope cutting and sewing. Karen says Batiks work well – four different half yard cuts and 3‚Ñ4 yard of one focal print. Anyone wanting to participate should bring their rotary cutter, mat and ruler – and your sewing machine in case you have enough time to start sewing. The cost for the template and pattern is $26. Send an email to clare_neff@mac.com if you would like to join. If you have been thinking about joining a local guild, now is a great time to take that first step. TQGIBT welcomes quilters of all skill levels, members are more than willing to share their knowledge and stitching tips. TQGIBT meets at Fair Park in Canfield on the third Tuesday of each month, with some exceptions. TQGIBT is open to all quilters in the Mahoning Valley, at all skill levels. For information on membership, contact president Helen Lewis at HMLrutgers@icloud.com or by calling 330-286-3966.

Canfield United Methodist Church to host Holy Week worship services

On March 27, join Canfield United Methodist Church for Easter Sunday. There will be two worship services at 8:15 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. On March 25, join the church at 7:30 p.m. for a Good Friday Service. This worship experience is focused on the sacrifice of Jesus Christ. On March 24 at 7 p.m., there will be a “Maundy Thursday Service.” This service recounts the moments leading to Jesus’s arrest, including his final moments with disciples. On March 22 at 7 p.m., join the church for “A Traveler’s Service,” a Holy Week worship experience designed for those who will be out of town on Easter.

Canfield Lions host fish fry

The Canfield Lions will host a fish fry on March 18 at A La Cart Catering, located at 429 Lisbon St. in Canfield. The cost is $11 and dinner will run from 4:30-7:30 p.m. The main course is haddock (baked or fried) and there will be a choice of one side from french fries, Pierogis, macaroni and cheese, or Haluski. This includes cole slaw or green beans, roll, drink and dessert.

Lord of Life hosts Easter services

Lord of Life Lutheran Church, located at 550 N. Broad Street in Canfield, will host 2016 Palm Sunday through Easter Sunday services. This year’s services and times are Palm Sunday - March 19 at 5 p.m., March 20 at 10:15 a.m. (reading of the Passion), March 23 at 7 p.m. (Worship of Healing and Prayer, includes prayer stations), March 24 at 7 p.m. (Worship with Footwashing and Holy Communion), March 25 at 7 p.m. (Reading of the Passion Story and Reverance of the cross) and March 26 at 7 p.m. (Easter Vigil Worship); Easter Sunday - March 27 at 10:15 a.m. (Worship with Holy Communion).

Monday Night Writers meeting scheduled for March 21

The next meeting of Monday Night Writers will be March 21 from 6-8 p.m. at Tequila Jalisco Mexican Restaurant, located at 583 E. Main St. 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 offer an opportunity for members to get group feedback on ‘works-in-progress.’ For more information, contact Nancy Christie at nancy@nancychristie.com.

Garden Guild to host event

Michael’s Garden Guild will be hosting a fun night of White Elephant Bingo on March 16 at 7 p.m. at St. Michael’s Family Life Center in Canfield. Everyone is welcome. Bring one or two wrapped gifts (used or new) to be used for prizes. Everyone will walk away with a prize. Refreshments will be served by our hostesses Cookie Beeman and Kaye Smith. The purpose of this organization is to foster the knowledge and the love of gardening. Make friendships that are grown from fellowship. The Garden Guild is affiliated with the Garden Forum of the Greater Youngstown Area.Inc. For more information call Paula at 678-557-6414 or Janet at 330-533-6871.

Square dancing in the Valley

The Niles Friendly Squares monthly square dance will take place on March 12 from 7:30-10 p.m. at the Niles Senior SCOPE Center, located at 14 E. State St. in Niles. For additional information, call Gene Hammond at 330-534-4426 or 330-506-3370.

MCCTC building and construction team to attend state competition

Four students in the building, construction and remodeling program at the Mahoning County Career and Technical Center qualified for the SkillsUSA state competition. Brendan Schaal, Shaan Howard, Austin Piper and Jeff Smith competed in the regional competition on Feb. 27 at Auburn Career Center taking third place qualifying them for a trip to state. The MCCTC students will be headed to Columbus to compete in the SkillsUSA State Competition on April 25-27.

West Side Cats in need of volunteers

West Side Cats, located at 2217 Mahoning Ave., is in need of volunteers for different duties throughout their shelter including cleaning, laundry and transporting cats to and from veterinary offices. The program is also in need of a volunteer grant writer well-versed in the entire grant-writing process. West Side Cats is an all volunteer 501 (3)(c) shelter. Call Marie at 330-519-5002 for details, or look online at www.WestSideCats.org or on their Facebook page.

Old Dublin Fish Fry in Youngstown

On March 13, join Kravitz Deli, located at 3135 Belmont Ave., for an “Old Dublin Fish Fry.” from 9 a.m. until 9 p.m. to celebrate the 2016 Corned Beef Fest. The menu will include fried haddock with mac and cheese and coleslaw for $9.99. Also serving corned beef and cabbage, reubens, corned beef sandwiches and kraut balls. Guiness and Guiness Blonde will be on tap. From 6-9 p.m., the band County Mayo will peform. There will be a $2 cover charge.

St. Reuben’s Day at Kravitz Deli

On March 14, stop by Kravitz Deli, located at 3135 Belmont Ave., from 9 a.m. until 9 p.m. for St. Reuben’s Day. The deli will be serving Irish specialities such as corned beef and eggs, Irish breakfast sandwiches, corned beef and cabbage, stout stew, XXL coned beef and reuben sandwiches, kraut balls and Irish cream cheese cakes. From 6-9 p.m., the band County Mayo will perform. There will be a $2 cover charge.

Kegs and corned beef brunch

Kravitz Deli, located at 3135 Belmont Ave., will host a Sunday brunch on March 15 from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. The menu will include “extra beefy” corned beef hash, corned beef and eggs, Irish breakfast bagels and Guiness on tap. Entertainment will be provided by D.J. Patrick O’Tueei.

St. Patrick’s Day celebrations at Kravitz Deli

Join Kravitz Deli, located at 3135 Belmont Ave., on March 17 from 9 a.m. until 10 p.m. to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. There will be corned beef and cabbage dinners, XXL reuben and corned beef sandwiches, a special Irish menu and beer on tap. Entertainment includes D.J, Pat O’Tueei, Colleen McNally Harris and Harper Kirck and Brandy’s Leap.

Old Dublin Fish Fry in Poland

Join Kravitz Deli, located inside the Poland library, on March 13 from 9 a.m. until 8 p.m. for an “Old Dublin Fish Fry.” The menu will include fish and chips with coleslaw or mac and cheese, corned beef and cabbage dinners, reubens and kraut balls.

Leprechaun Lolapalooza at Poland library

Kravitz Deli, located inside the Poland library, will be open from 9 a.m. until 6 p.m. on March 14 during the library’s Leprechaun Lolapalooza event. The deli will be serving breakfast, and afterwards the menu will consist of stout stew, XXL reubens and corned beef sandwiches, kraut balls, Old Dublin chicken fingers and fries and Irish cream cheese cakes.

St. Patrick’s day “Warm-Up” in Youngstown

Join Kravitz Deli, located at 3135 Belmont Ave., from 9 a.m. until 10 p.m. on March 16 for a St. Patrick’s Day “Warm-Up.” The menu includes corned beef and cabbage dinners, XXL reuben and corned beef sandwiches, a special Irish menu and beer on tap. From 6-9 p.m., there will be a $2 cover charge and entertainment provided by Lou Rafferty and Co.

St. Patrick’s Day “Warm-Up” in Poland

Kravitz Deli, located inside the Poland library, will be open from 10 a.m. until 7 p.m. on March 16 to host a St. Patrick’s Day “Warm-Up.” The menu will include corned beef sandwiches, XXL reubens, corned beef and cabbage dinners and a special Irish menu.

St. Patrick’s Day celebrations at Poland Kravitz Deli

Kravitz Deli, located inside the Poland library, will be open from 10 a.m. until 8 p.m. on March 17 for St. Patrick’s Day celebrations. The menu will include corned beef and cabbage dinners, XXL reuben and corned beef sandwiches and a special Irish menu.

Gathering Place event to be hosted by Lord of Life Church

On April 11, the Lord of Life Church, located at 550 N. Broad St., will host a Gathering Place event at 11 a.m. The program will include a speaker from the Canfield Police Department and lunch will be provided by the Woodlands. This event is a free community outreach social program offered to all senior citizens. Contact Bernadette Beler at 330-533-6045 for more information, or call the church at 330-533-3531.

Host an international student

Each year, AFS Intercultural Programs welcomes more than 2,300 international high school students to the United States. These are outstanding young people who were selected in their home countries to study in US high schools and are eager to experience what it’s like to live in America. Sharing daily life with a teenager from another country and culture is a rich and rewarding experience, and is a wonderful way for you and your family to bring more understanding into the world. Local AFS volunteers will support you and your hosted student throughout your experience to help you both receive the most from your time together. You provide a bed and meals for your student, but most importantly, you should be eager and excited to share your life and activities while providing the same kind of care, support and comfort as you would to your own child or family members. AFS welcomes all kinds of families. Host an AFS Exchange Student and build bridges of intercultural understanding. Most families have no idea how much they’ll gain until they say yes. Start the process at www.afsusa.org/host, or call 1-800-AFS-INFO or email hosting@afsusa.org for more information.

Adult 22+ diploma program now within reach for valley residents

There’s new hope for valley residents ages 22 and up who want to earn their high school diploma. The Ohio Department of Education just approved two Mahoning County sites to host the state’s Adult 22+ Diploma program: the Mahoning County High School on Bryn Mawr Avenue, and the Unlimited Classroom located at the Southern Park Mall. Both sites will be hosting adult learning programs after school hours until 5 p.m. Adult 22+ is free to adults age 22 and older who live in Ohio and do not have a diploma or GED. For more information on 22+ or to apply to the local programs, contact Jennifer Merritt at J.Merritt@mahoningesc.org.

Lord of Life Lutheran Church to host event

The Gathering Place Senior Day event will be on March 14 from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. Jim Loboy will be the guest speaker and lunch will be provided by The Woodlands. The church is located at 550 N. Broad St. in Canfield and is handicapped accessible. RSVP to 330-533-3531, 330-533-6045 or lordoflife550@sbcglobal.net.

Short-term host family opportunites available

Mahoning, Columbiana, Portage and Trumbull County families will have the opportunity to welcome a young person from Japan into their home for one month this year, as part of an international exchange program being offered by the County OSU Extension, 4-H. Statewide, host families are needed for 100 Japanese participants (aged 12-18) and their adult chaperones, who will visit Ohio from July 23 through Aug. 18. Host families provide the exchangees with room and board and a chance to experience daily life in America. The young Japanese visitors belong to the Labo Foundation, an organization which promotes the study of English culture and language in Japan. All types of families are welcome to apply to become hosts, including urban, rural, single-parent, childless and non-4-H families. Those interested should contact Gretchen Kalinay at 330-799-8407 or Gary Reel at 330-533-7712 for an application form or visit http://www.ohio4h.org/youth/international.

New England-style dance comes to Canfield

The “contra” is a New England social dance with ever-changing partners and live traditional music by the band “One String Short.” A caller will teach each dance and guide the dancers. Dress is casual, beginners and all ages are welcome, partners are not required and new friends will be made. Admission is $8 and light refreshments will be served. The first monthly Western Reserve Contra Dance will take place from 7-9:30 p.m. on March 12 at the Dublin Grange Hall, located at 6571 Fairground Boulevard. See http://www.westernreservecontradance.com for more information.

The Boardman-Poland Junior Women’s League hosts event

The Boardman-Poland Junior Women’s League will host a Farewell to Downton Abbey Tea, which will benefit The Dorothy Day House. The Downton Abbey Tea will take place at The Poland Presbyterian Church, located at 2 Poland Manor Drive, on March 19 at 1 p.m. The cost is $20 per person. The tea will include lunch, special herbal teas, a basket auction, a contest for the best costume from the Downton era and more. Kathy Richert will present “Downton Abbey Visits Biltmore Estate.” For tickets, donations, or more information, contact Sperry Rongone at 330-770-3880 or srongone@gmail.com. A limited amount of tickets will be available. A portion of the proceeds will be given to PBS.

Holiday event to be hosted by St. Patrick’s Church

The Annual Order of Hibernians Joseph T. Nalley Division Six will be hosting a St. Patrick’s Day Mass and luncheon honoring the 2016 AOH Irish Man of the Year, James P. Tressel, and the 2016 LAOH Irish Woman of the Year, Martha Zarlenga, on March 17 at St. Patrick’s Church. The mass will begin at 10:30 a.m. and is open to the public. Tickets are required for the luncheon at the cost of $20 each. Tickets are available for pre-sale by contacting Danny O’Connell at 330-518-4450 or Daniel.oconnell@aoh.com. A limited amount of tickets will be available at the door. The menu consists of a traditional corned beef and cabbage lunch prepared by Chef Jeffrey Chrystal.

Saxon Club hosts annual goulash dinner

The Youngstown Saxon Club will host its 40th annual Presidents’ Benefit Goulash Dinner on March 19 in the Saxon Club ballroom. The event is open to the public. The dinner features cubed roast beef simmered in onions and herbs, and served with quartered red skin potatoes, along with tossed salad, bread and butter, and coffee or tea with German strudel for dessert. The doors will open at 6 p.m. with all bar drinks free until 6:30 p.m. and a cash bar thereafter. Soft drinks will be free all evening. Dinner is served family style beginning at 6:30 p.m. Entertainment will be provided by the Youngstown Saxon Culture Brass Band. The donation is $15 per person and reservations must be made by March 13. For reservations, call the Saxon office at 330-792-7973.

Sprout Club meeting

Join the Sprout Club at Fellows Riverside Gardens this spring to learn about the amazing world of plants with topics that include: pizza plants, moss pets and herbs. Each class will include an activity and snack. Attend all three classes and receive a plant-related prize. Classes will be from 1-2 p.m. on March 17, April 21 and May 19. Register by March 15. The series costs $15 and individual classes are $7.

Spring into fun

Children, ages 6- and 7-years-old, are welcome to the Ford Nature Center March 30 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Spring into fun and look for signs of the season while discovering nature. Hikes, scavenger hunts, crafts and games are all part of the fun. Bring a lunch and dress for the weather. Register and pay March 26. The event will be $15 for residents and $20 for non-residents.

Spring into nature

Children (8-12 year-olds) are welcome to the Ford Nature Center March 31 from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. to spring into nature and explore the new season. Go on a hike, look for signs of spring, make a craft, play games and much more. Bring a lunch and dress for the weather. Register and and pay by March 26. The event will be $20 for residents and $25 for non-residents.

From the garden: spring brunch

Join the Fellows Riverside Gardens on March 15 at 6:30 p.m. for brunch. There will be a demonstration and tasting by Chef David Armstrong. Enjoy brunch for dinner with smoothies, asparagus scrambled eggs, pecan wood-smoked bacon, sour cream coffee cake and a sparkling beverage. Register and pay by March 13. Tickets are $36 (FFRG $30).

Starry night event

Come to the MetroParks Farm on April 2 to view the beauty of the night sky through high powered telescopes with the Mahoning Valley Astronomical Society. The time is to be determined. More details will be available in April’s calendar.

Woodcock Watch

Come to McGuffey Wildlife Preserve on March 25 at 7:30 p.m. This preserve offers an excellent habitat for an odd-looking bird named the Woodcock. Witness the amazing mating flight of the males. Call the Ford Nature Center for details about this easy .5 mile walk.

Audubon Society of the Mahoning Valley talk

Jeff Harvey, President of the Audubon Society/Mahoning Valley, will discuss some of the common, uncommon and rare birds of our state. Come to the MetroParks Farm March 22 at 7 p.m.

Birding the Sanctuary

Call the Ford Nature Center to register by March 18 for this event taking place in the Mill Creek Wildlife Sanctuary. Search for birds with Jeff Harvey of Wild Birds Unlimited on March 19 at 8 a.m. Boots are required.

Sandwich bread 101

Grab an apron and learn to make bread that tastes like grandma’s with Sara Scudier. Join the class at Fellows Riveside Gardens on March 19 from 12-4 p.m. Register and pay by March 17. The cost is $24 (FFRG $20).

Easter brunch at Fellows Riverside Gardens

Contact the Ford Nature Center at 330-740-7116 to register for this March 27 event.

Volunteer-led recreational hikes

Come out March 23 at 9 a.m. for an easy walk of 1-3 miles. Meet at overflow parking lot on West Golf Drive.

Seasons change hike

Enjoy the first day of spring on March 20 at 2 p.m. while looking and listening for signs of the new season and remnants of the old. Starting at the Ford Nature Center, this hike will be a moderate length of 3 miles.

The Awakening Moon hike

Come to the Ford Nature Center and discover why North American Indian tribes referred to this month as “The Awakening Moon.” This walk will be a moderate length of 2 miles and will take place on March 18 at 7 p.m.

Same trail twelve times

Mill Creek Gorge inspired Volney Rogers to establish the park district 125 years ago. Celebrate the Quasquicentennial by hiking the Gorge every month this year. The hike is moderate and a length of 2.5 miles. This month’s hike will be March 13 at 2 p.m. Meet at the Lanterman’s Mill parking lot.

Ford hunt and hike: cardinals

This year is the MetroPark’s quasquicentennial (125th anniversary). Try to locate 25 hidden cardinals to commemorate this milestone, then go for a hike of your choice. This event will take place at the Ford Nature Center during March hours.

Meditation and mindfulness

Come to the Fellows Riverside Gardens on March 20 at 10:30 a.m. to explore a diversity of mindfulness methods with Karres Cvetkovich. Register and pay by March 18. The cost is $15 and drop-ins will pay $18.

Yoga basics course offered at Fellows Riverside Gardens

Choose Sunday mornings or Tuesday evenings for this relaxing eight week yoga course. The cost is $80. Receive a 10 percent discount (cost is $72) if you register by March 5. Sunday classes will be March 20 through May 8 at 9 a.m., Tuesday classes will be March 22 through May 10 at 6 p.m.

T’ai chi for beginners at Fellows Riverside Gardens

Learn this art of energy balancing, coordination, flexibilty and leg strength during this 10 week course. The cost is $100. Receive a 10 percent discount (cost is $90) if you register by March 5. Classes will be Thursday nights through May 12 at 12 p.m.

Chair to Mat movement

Increase mobility and flexibility for those who find seated floor movement challenging. Accessible to anyone for health, fitness and relaxation. Movement is done seated in chairs and in standing positions. Feel free to drop-in Wednesdays in March at 9 a.m. Each class is $10.

T’ai chi step one in the gardens

Come to Fellows Riverside Gardens Wednesdays in March at 12 p.m. for this class. Warm-ups, breathing and movements will ease stress, improve health and increase vitality. Each class is $10.

Yoga in the gardens

Come to Fellows Riverside Gardens on Tuesdays and Thursdays in March at 9:30 a.m. to enjoy yoga that will help you keep a healthy outlook. Bring a mat and a small blanket. Each class is $12.

Cha-cha dance classes at Pioneer Pavilion

Learn the steps to this fun and versatile Latin dance. This is a paired dance, but everyone learns together. No partner is necessary. Beginners are welcome and encouraged. This class is led by dance expert Lynda McPhail on March 15, 22, 29 and April 5 at 6 p.m. The cost is $5 per class. Call the Ford Nature Center for details.

Rumba dance classes at Pioneer Pavilion

Come out and learn the Latin dance of love. This easy-to-follow dance is paired, but everyone learns together. No partner is necessary. Beginners are welcomed and encouraged. This class is led by dance expert Lynda McPhail on March 15, 22, 29 and April 5 at 7 p.m. The cost is $5 per class. Call the Ford Nature Center for details.

MetroMutts: St. Patrick’s hike

Join the fun at Pioner Pavilion on March 12 at 11 a.m. for the “wearin’ of the green” and hiking Artist’s Trail along Mill Creek. Dress your hound in a “bit o’ color” to celebrate the day. Enjoy cookies and treats after the hike. MetroMutts members receive a special gift. This moderate hike will be 2 miles long. Share the luck by bringing along an item to donate to Friends of Fido- Mahoning County Dog Pound. The hike is free to all. Refreshments are free to MetroMutt members and are $1 to the public.

Book discussion at Ford Nature Center

Sydney Morning Herald praises the book “The Weather Makers: How Man is Changing the Climate and What It Means for Life on Earth” by Tim Flannery for “...extraordinary range of argument... vivid imagery... wealth of research, quick wit and richness of detail.” Read the book and join in a discussion to share your thoughts and conclusions at the Ford Nature Center on March 19 at 10:30 a.m.

Gathering Place to meet on March 14

There will be a Gathering Place event at Lord of Life Church, located at 550 N. Broad Street in Canfield, on March 14 at 11 a.m. The program will feature Jim Loboy and lunch will be provided by the Woodlands. This is a free community outreach program open to all senior citizens. It takes place on the second Monday of every month and different games and activities are offered each month.

Dairy Queen Easter events

Bring the children to Dairy Queen for fun Easter activities. Pet the cute “live” bunnies, eat lunch with the Easter Bunny and Curly the Cone, take a free picture with the Easter Bunny and color eggs the “DQ way.” Dairy Queen will also offer free candy filled eggs to the children. Join in the fun from 1-4 p.m. on March 12, at the Austintown Dairy Queen, located at 146 N. Canfield Niles Road, and March 20 at the Cornersburg Dairy Queen, located at 3555 S. Meridian Road.

Free Cone Day at Dairy Queen

Cornersburg Dairy Queen, located at 3555 S. Meridian Road and Austintown Dairy Queen, located at 146 N. Canfield Niles Road, both owned and operated by the Smith family of Canfield, will be hosting a Free Cone Day on March 15 (limit of one per person). This is the seventh year for the event and each guest is humbly asked to consider making a donation to the company’s chosen charity: Akron Children’s Hospital. The Smith family is proud that last year, they donated more than $10,000 to Akron Children’s Hospital on behalf of these Dairy Queen stores.

Series of lectures to be offered by The Ursuline Center

The Ursuline Center will be offering a series of talks on racism during March as part of “Year of Encounter with Pope Francis.” The third talk “General poverty: a call to compassion” will be March 31 at 10 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. Sister Patricia McNicholas, Senior Development Officer at Beatitude House will be presenting. Preregistration is appreciated, and can be made by contacting 330-799-4941 or theursulinecenter.org. A donation of $5 is payable at the door. The center is located at 4280 Shields Road.

YWCA accepting entries for 34th Annual Women Artists: A Celebration! Art Exhibition

The YWCA of Youngstown is accepting entries for its 34th Annual Women Artists: A Celebration! Art Exhibition, which will take place June 18 until July 15 at 25 W. Rayen Ave. The art exhibition showcases works by local, regional and national women artists age 18 and older. The juried show features all media, including paintings, drawings, photographs, fiber, sculpture, ceramics, jewelry and metal work. New this year is a special rate for artists ages 18-25. Also new is an online entry option. Entry forms are available by calling 330-746-6361, ext. 102, or at WomenArtists.ywca.org/2016. An online entry option is also available on the website. Forms are due by March 28. Artists may enter a maximum of five entries. This year’s juror is Dr. Stephanie L. Smith, professor of art history at Youngstown State University. A preview party for the show will take place from 7-9 p.m. on June 17 at the YWCA. Proceeds from the art show will benefit the YWCA Housing Programs.

Advanced Master Gardener series

This series, led by Ellen Speicher, will focus on pruning, plant names and fall gardening. The event will be hosted by Fellows Riverside Gardens on March 19, June 11 and Aug. 13 from 10 a.m. until 12 p.m. The deadline for registration is March 17. The series costs $42 and individual classes are $16.

Learn how to spring clean your garden

Join Fellows Riverside Gardens on March 24 at 6:30 p.m. Weeding is a much needed spring clean for your garden. Learn simple ways to keep weeds out of the garden as well as benefits you can get from those “weeds.” Register and pay by March 22. Tickets are $14 for the public, $12 FFRG.

Botanical mornings at Fellows Riverside Gardens

Discover the joy in the blossoming spring at Fellows Riverside Gardens with one of the knowledgeable staff members. Come out on March 25 at 9 a.m. Register and pay the $5 fee by March 23.

Floral drawing workshop

Join Fellows Riverside Gardens March 12 and 19 at 10:30 a.m. for a journey into floral drawing. Learn techniques and problem solving then delve into two projects, one with graphite and one with watercolor. A supply list will be provided. Register by March 1 for the series of classes. The cost is $44 fo the public, $36 FFRG.

Create Stoneware windowsill vase

Lynn Cardwell will be at Fellows Riverside Gardens on March 15 at 5:30 p.m. to help students create a stoneware vase for the windowsill. It will be glazed, fired and ready for pick up in approximately five weeks. Register and pay by March 13. The cost is $34 (FFRG $28).

Design spring flower arrangements

Come to Fellows Riverside Gardens on March 22 at 6:30 p.m. to embrace this spring holiday with colorful floral. Design an arrangement with fresh pink, white and yellow carnations; white, yellow and purple daisies; and baby’s breath with seasonal accents. Register and pay by March 20. The cost is $34 (FFRG $28).

Orchid art exhibit

Jamie Kirkell’s silk paintings bring a fun, fresh perspective to the study of the orchid and the iris. Come see the art in the Weller Gallery at Fellows Riverside Gardens from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. The exhibit will be open until April 10.

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.

Learn to use your resources

In order to take advantage of today’s rich blend of research tools, this class will explore all manner of print, non-print and electronic resources available through your library’s website, and a bit beyond. The Canfield library will host this event on March 15 at 10 a.m. Registration is required by phoning 330-744-8636 or online via the library’s events calendar. This event is for teens and adults.

Blood pressure check at the library

The Canfield library will be hosting a blood pressure check by the Salem Area Visiting Nurse Association on March 15 at 1 p.m.

Page Turner’s book club meeting

Love books? Looking for a good read? Hear what others are reading and share your favorite read, or just come in and join the fun. This event is for adults at the Canfield library March 31 at 6 p.m.

Lego my library

Meet at the Canfield library on March 23 at 6 p.m. to enjoy creating Lego designs. Legos will be provided. This event is for children ages 6 and up.

Gotta move story time

This event is for children ages 2-5 who are accompanied by a caregiver. There will be a variety of musical and movement activities will appeal to the “young and restless,” stimulate brain development and motivate language learning every Wednesday in March at 10 a.m. or 11:30 a.m. at the Canfield library. Adults and children: get ready to act out stories and rhymes, sing and dance, and talk and play.

Grab and go craft For March

Make a craft to take home. Children of all ages are welcome during the Canfield library open hours.

Bonding with babies and books

This event is for caregivers and their little ones who are 6-23 months old. There will be twenty minutes of language enrichment including rhymes, songs and stories, followed by time to play and socialize every Thursday in March at 10 a.m. at the Canfield library. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Book discussion group for women to meet

Canfield Friends of PLYMC Women’s Book Discussion Group meets every third Tuesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. at the Canfield library. This event is for adults. This month’s meeting will be March 15.

Genealogy muscle: using the Ancestry database

On March 30 at 6:30 p.m., join the Canfield library for a genealogy event. In this program, the Genealogy and Local History Librarian will demonstrate the power of the Ancestry database and show how it can be used effectively for genealogical research. This event is open to adults and teens. Registration is required by phoning 330-744-8636 or online via the library’s events calendar.

Sugar scrub workshop at the Canfield library

Learn how to make luxurious, exfoliating body scrubs using sugar and other simple ingredients and take home one of your own. Register to ensure enough supplies for everyone. This event is for teens and adults on March 12 at 3 p.m.

Teen Advisory Board to meet

Join Canfield library’s new Teen Advisory Board (TAB) and get to know the new Canfield library, take a look at some new teen books and share ideas. Snacks will be provided. This event is for teens in grades 7-12 on March 24 at 4 p.m.

Who said that?

Match the quote to the celebrity picture for a chance to win a prize. A drawing will take place between correct entries. This event is for tweens and teens during hours at the Canfield library all March long.

STEAM Saturday

Join the Canfield library for a fun program based on STEAM (Science Technology Engineering Art Mathematics) learning. The event is open for students in grades 4-6 on March 19 at 11 a.m.

Family story time

The Canfield library encourages you to bring the whole family out on March 16 at 6 p.m. for stories, games, crafts and fun for all ages.

Canfield Local Schools welcomes newest Cardinals

The Canfield Local School District will be hosting kindergarten registration for the 2016/2017 school year for students residing in the Canfield Local School District at C.H. Campbell on March 15 from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. and at Hilltop on April 5 from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. New students in grades 1-4 are welcome to register at this time as well. Students who are currently attending kindergarten at Canfield do not need to re-register for first grade. General regulations for these students are as follows: the child must be a resident of the Canfield Local School District; children entering kindergarten must have attained the age of 5 on or before Sept. 30; Children entering first grade must have attained the age of 6 on or before Sept. 30 and must have completed a successful year in kindergarten; the child’s original birth certificate must be presented at the time of registration; the child’s original social security card must be presented at the time of registration; proof of residence must be presented at the time of registration, i.e. driver’s license and one of the following: purchase agreement for home, rental agreement for apartment, or gas or electric bill with residential address; divorce decree and/or proof of custody (if applicable) must be presented at the time of registration and according to Canfield Local Schools’ Board of Education policy, the immunization records of the students must be presented to register the student for kindergarten. The records must be from a physician’s office or a health clinic.

Two fundraiser to take place for American Cancer Society

The Pink Ribbon Golf Classic committee will be hosting two events in April benefiting the American Cancer Society. On April 13, a golf clinic will take place at Creekside Golf Dome in Girard from 6:30–8:30 p.m. Participants will receive instruction and practice in driving, chipping and putting. The cost is $25 per person. On April 24, “high tea” will be served at Piccadilly Parlor in Canfield at 11 a.m. A variety of teas and finger food will be served in a delightful Victorian atmosphere (wearing hats and gloves is optional). The cost is $25 per person. For further information and registration, contact Ginny at 330-219-9092 or Nancy at 330-272-5794.

St. Brandan Parish to offer fish dinners

There will be fish dinners at St. Brandan Parish Maxwell Hall, located at 144 N. Schenley Ave., March 18 from 4-7 p.m. The cost is $10 for adults $5 for children under 10-years. The menu will include beer batter, fried, Cajun or baked fish, coleslaw or applesauce, bread and butter, cake and coffee, and your choice of macaroni and cheese, haluski, parsley potatoes or french fries for a side. For takeout orders, call 330-799-3683. There will also be a luncheon special that is takeout only from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. The cost is $6 for a sandwich and side or $10 for dinners.

East High class of 1966 reunion

The East High class of 1966 has begun making plans for their 50th reunion. They are looking for up-to-date addresses from all classmates who would like to attend. The event is planned for Sept. 2 from 6-10 p.m. at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Hall on the East Side. There will be a buffet dinner and music provided by a DJ. The cost to attend is $40 per person. For details and information or to provide a current address, call Janine Johnson (Ross) at 330-716-1543 or Marie Mamonis (Macchio) at 330-533-1633.

Lord of Life has Wednesday Lenten services

Mid-week Lenten services at Lord of Life Church, located at 550 N. Broad Street in Canfield, will take place Wednesday evenings through March 16. All services will begin at 7 p.m. The theme is “To live among God’s faithful people.” The focus for each week is a portion of the baptism covenant from the order for Affirmation of Baptism. A different Lutheran pastor will give the sermon each week as follows: March 16 - Pastor David Kumphuis’s message will be “To live among God’s faithful people.” All are welcome.

Lenton breakfasts begin on Ash Wednesday

Canfield Christian Church will host a series of Lenten breakfasts starting on Ash Wednesday, Feb. 10, from 7-9 a.m. each week. The meals are free, but any free-will offerings are accepted. The church’s phone number is 330-533-2246. The church is located next to the Oddfellows Lodge at 123 S. Broad St. on the Village green.

The Bistro at MCCTC announces new winter and spring schedule

Student-operated restaurant, The Bistro at MCCTC, is open to the public Tuesdays-Thursdays from 10:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. for dine in or carry out through the spring. The Bistro is run by students enrolled in the Culinary Arts Program at the Mahoning County Career and Technical Center. This gives students the chance to gain experience in all facets of working in the restaurant industry, from working as kitchen staff, line cooks and the Sous Chef to waiting tables and hosting. The Bistro schedule is as follows: March 15-17.