Austintown Community Briefs

Neighbors features adoptable pets

Check out the newest feature of Neighbors, the Adoptable Pets of the Week column! Each week, we will feature two adoptable pets from West Side Cats or Pawz 2 Adopt with pictures and information on page 2. Sponsorship for the column is available on a week-to-week basis for local businesses that love animals. If you are interested in being a sponsor for this column, call Kathy Smith at 330-747-1471, ext. 1214. All of the members of the Neighbors team love animals and we hope that we can help West Side Cats and Pawz 2 Adopt find forever homes for these adorable dogs and cats. More information on these organizations can be found on Facebook or by calling 330-792-4228 for West Side Cats and 330-779-1862 for Pawz 2 Adopt. Thank you for your continued support of this and all of our endeavors!

Night out celebrity fundraiser to be May 25

Austintown Night Out will be hosting its second annual Celebrity Server Fundraiser at BW3 Restaurant in the Austintown Plaza, located at 6000 Mahoning Ave., on May 25 from 6-9 p.m. This year’s special celebrity servers will be former Austintown Township Trustee Lisa Oles and current Trustee Jim Davis. From 7-8 p.m., Captain Jack Sparrow will be on hand for photos. The captain is courtesy of Twice Upon A Dream Entertainment. All tips received by the celebrity servers, as well as 15 percent of the night sales, will be donated to the Night Out Event. Coupons are required to turn in for the 15 percent donation (dine in or carry out), and can be found on The Austintown Night Out Facebook page, by emailing Austintownnightout@gmail.com or by calling 330-774-1803. Austintown Night Out will take place on Aug. 2 from 5-9 p.m. at Austintown Township Park. There will be police cars, fire trucks and ambulances for children to explore, a bounce house, face painting, clowns, games and live music, There will be a visit by Frozen Queen Elsa and Anna, as well as Captain Jack Sparrow. Night Out is an event that takes place nationally the first Tuesday in August by police departments and block watches promoting cooperation and understanding between safety forces and the citizens. This will be the fourth year for Austintown’s event. The event is free and open to the public.

Host families needed for Northern Ireland teens

The Mahoning Valley Ulster project is a summer exchange program that brings together teen leaders from Northern Ireland and the United States. Founded in 1975, 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. The group is searching for host families for two boys from Northern Ireland. Teens will arrive on June 27 and will depart on July 27. The host family should have a male teen between the ages of 14 and 17. This life-changing experience includes six service projects (Purple Cat, Potential Development, Mill Creek Children’s Center, Habitat for Humanity, Jubilee Gardens and Zion Lutheran Food Bank) as well as many fun events, such as a Scrappers Game, a road rally and a trip to Cedar Point to name a few. If you are interested in hosting a teen, contact Greg at 330-770-1440. For more information, visit ulsterprojectmv.com.

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.

Fundraiser for “The Veteran’s Program”

Methodist Community Center recently announced that on May 26 (all day) there will be a Fundraiser for “The Veterans Program” offered by Applebee’s Restaurant. Both in Boardman and Niles, Applebee’s will donate 10 percent of your food bill to the MCC Veterans Program. You must have a flyer to give to your server (these cannot be passed out at the Applebee’s Restaurants). These flyers can be obtained from the United Methodist Community Center at 330-743-5149.

Summer Discovery begins June 1

Join the fun during Summer Discovery, the program for summer reading and fun, which runs from June 1 through Aug. 13 at the Austintown, Boardman, Canfield and Poland branches of the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County. Learn about science from the experts at COSI and Mad Science. Watch “The Monsters of Baseball” come to life with the Madcap Puppets. Learn how astronauts prepare for flight from specialists at the Air and Space Museum, and enjoy many other great entertainers. For a complete list of library programs, visit your local library or LibraryVisit.org. There’s something for everyone during Summer Discovery.

Garden Adventure Day at Fellows Riverside Gardens

In conjunction with the Garden Adventure Days at Mill Creek MetroParks-Fellows Riverside Gardens come and learn about the many exciting services the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County can offer you and your family. There will be a craft for children to make. Join Fellows Riverside Gardens on June 4 at 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. for this event.

Ladies in Little Black Dresses for literacy

Join the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County for a Literary Society fundraising event at the Lake Club, located at 1140 Paulin Road in Poland at 6 p.m. on June 9. Tickets are $35 each and include heavy appetizers. There will be a cash bar. Guests are asked to wear their favorite little black dress and bring a copy of a book by their favorite author to swap with other attendees. Guests can also donate gently used and brand new children’s books. The following boutiques will be selling accessories: E. J. Hannah, Suzanne’s Tennis and Golf and Ivory & Birch. The event benefits the Literary Society Fund for the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County. A portion of proceeds from the participating boutiques will also benefit this fund. For more information, contact the Development Office at 330-740-6086. Make check made payable to Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County and mail to the Library attention: Sue Merriman, Fiscal Officer, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown, OH 44503.

Socrates Philosophy group

Sponsored by the Friends of PLYMC. If you love philosophy and want to discuss philosophical topics, join the library for Socrates Caf Philosophy Group. Open to the public and sponsored by the Friends of PLYMC. Meet on June 20 at 6:30 p.m.

Hobby games

Join the library for this fun introduction to Hobby Games from the folks at Malted Meeple. This event is for adults at the Austintown library one June 28 at 6:30 p.m.

Guess the book

Can you guess the book title from cut-up pages in a jar? One winner will be chosen at random from the correct entries. There will be a new contest with a different book each summer month. This event is for adults during Austintown library hours in June.

Coupon swap

Do you have coupons you don’t need or need coupons you don’t have? Drop in during library hours to stretch your shopping dollars by swapping coupons. This event is for adults.

Fitness support group

Join the library’s meetings to support each other in weight loss, fitness or any other health goals you have. The group will be using a free fitness app to supplement the meetings. Each month a different topic will be discussed. This event is for adults at the Austintown library on June 14 at 6 p.m. The topic will be “fad diets”

Blood Drive by the Mahoning Chapter of the American Red Cross

There will be a blood drive to serve the needs of St. Elizabeth Hospital. For appointments call 1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-733-2767). Austintown library’s event will be hosted June 7 from 1-6 p.m., June 11 from 10:30 a.m. until 3 p.m. and June 14 from 1-6 p.m.

Page Turners book club

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 Austintown library on June 15 at 6 p.m.

Chapter Chat book club

Love books? Come to the Chapter Chat Book Club where they will be reading and discussing a book together every month. Each month will be a new genre. The book this month is “The Princess Bride” by William Goldman. This event is for adults at the Austintown library on June 22 at 6 p.m.

...And the Rest is History book club

Join the club for lively discussions of the latest readings in history and historical fiction. No assigned titles. Pick a subject that sparks your interest, and share your thoughts on your selection. All areas of history and historical fiction are welcome. This event is for adults at the Austintown library on June 2 at 6 p.m.

Basic computer class

Learn very basic computer skills. This is a beginner’s class that will cover use of a mouse, computer terms, and simple Internet use. Space is limited. Call 330-744-8636 to register and specify Austintown library branch and Basic Computer Class. This event is for adults on June 8 at 11 a.m.

Movie night

Please bring your own snacks and drinks to enjoy during the movie. Movie will be a newly released DVD rated PG or G. This event is for the family at the Austintown library on June 16 at 6 p.m.

Watercolor with Andrea

Have you always wanted to paint with watercolors? Join the Austintown library and Andrea will take you step by step to create your very own work of art. Space is limited. Call 330-744-8636 to register. This event is for teens and adults on June 9 at 6:30 p.m.

Stamping with Cindy

Learn to create your own handmade cards using stamps, punches and other tools. Sign up to create each month’s greeting card with matching envelope and 3-D item. Participation is limited to one session per person each month to accommodate demand, registration required. Call 330-744-8636. This event is for adults at the Austintown library on June 10 at 11 a.m. and June 13 at 6:30 p.m.

Scrapbooking club

Scrapbook a page and share your scrapbooking ideas. Paper and supplies provided. All teens and adults are welcome to this event at the Austintown library on June 6 at 6 p.m.

Pool noodles and Pinterest

Pool noodles aren’t just for swimming. Learn about all the crafty things you can do with these fun, colorful toys. Make a craft to take home with you. Registration required. This event is for adults at the Austintown library on June 23 at 6 p.m.

#TBT sports edition

Can you guess these sports legends from their Throwback Thursday pictures? Whoever gets the most answers correct will win a prize. This event is for teens entering grades 7-12 at the Austintown library during open hours in June.

Life-size games

Enjoy some classic indoor/outdoor games with a giant twist. This event is for teens and tweens entering grades 5-12 at the Austintown library on June 21 at 6:30 p.m.

Lego my library

Meet and enjoy creating Lego designs. Legos will be provided. This event is for children ages 6 and up at the Austintown library June 1 at 6 p.m. and June 24 at 3 p.m.

Keep swimming

Swim on over to Austintown library for a “finding Dory” party. It will be an ocean of fun with activities, games, crafts and snacks. This event is for the family on June 29 at 11 a.m.

Gotta move story time

This event is for children ages 2-5 who are accompanied by a caregiver. Join the library for a variety of musical and movement activities that appeal to the “young and restless,” stimulate brain development and motivate language learning. Adults and children, get ready to act out stories and rhymes, sing, dance talk and play. This event will be hosted by the Austintown library June 9, 23 and 30 at 10 a.m.

Gold Medal crafts

Grab and Go events at the library are open for children of all ages to create a craft and take it home. Open during library hours during the month of June.

Fitness fun story time

Join the library for stories and activities selected from the Eat, Play, Grow program. Good fun and good nutrition. Prizes and snacks will be given. Sponsored by the Mahoning Valley Kids Coalition. This event is for toddlers and preschoolers at the Austintown library on June 2 at 10 a.m.

Tales and talk for 2s and 3s

Join the library 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 at this event hosted by the Austintown library on June 1 at 10 a.m.

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 is hosted y the Austintown library Tuesdays in June at 10 a.m.

Playtime at your library

Prepare for kindergarten through play. 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 ages 2-6. All children under 7 must be accompanied by an adult. This event will be hosted by the Austintown library on June 16 at 10 a.m.

Baby Brilliant

This program is for 4- and 5-year-olds to help develop pre-literacy and kindergarten readiness skills. The program will use books, stories, rhymes, music, movement and crafts to help your child get ready for kindergarten. Join the Austintown library on June 1 at 11:30 a.m.

Health at home

Attend the library’s workshop with Bridget Lackey from Mercy Health and receive a free copy of “Health at Home: Your Complete Guide to Symptoms, Solutions & Self Care.” You will learn about common health problems and the confidence to handle your family’s health. Registration required. This event is for adults at the Austintown library on June 17 at 3 p.m.

Read to Reese

Read to Reese, a therapy dog from Pet Partners. Bring your own book, or the library will find one for you. Registration is required and space is limited. Register online or by calling 330-744-8636 and ask for the Austintown library. This event is for school-age children on June 17 at 11 a.m.

Recycle everyday

Join Peg Flynn and Kim Lewis of the Mahoning County Green Team as they present Nancy Elizabeth Wallace’s “Recycle Every Day” during the Summer Reading Program. This tale is about a young bunny named Minna who is assigned with the task of creating a winning poster for the Recycling Community Calendar Contest. After reading the story, program participants will create bouquets using recovered materials. At the conclusion of the program, children will receive an environmental action activity book and information to share with their parents. This program is recommended for children in grades Pre-K through 3, and will be hosted by the Austintown library on June 6 at 11 a.m.

COSI current conditions

Watch as COSI brings the world of weather into Austintown library. You will be able to explore how weather affects life on Earth everyday, learn about technology used by today’s top forecasters, test your forecasting skills, explore meteorological instruments and discover why it’s important to monitor extreme weather events. Watch out for the lightning as COSI safely creates weather inside the meeting room. Children of all ages are welcome to the Austinwon library for this event on June 22 at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.

Pop-Up Library at Austintown Farmer’s Market

The Pop-Up Library goes out into the community to serve you. Stop by and check out library materials, sign up for a library card or learn about digital resources and branch services. On June 13 from 5-8 p.m., the Pop-Up library will be at the Austintown Farmer’s Market located at 6000 Kirk Road, with story times at 5 p.m., 6 p.m. and 7 p.m.

Kindergarten registration for the Austintown Local School district

Kindergarten registration will continue at the Austintown Local School District. Anyone interested in registering their child for 2016-2017 school year may do so at the Austintown Early Learning Center (AELC) on Evelyn Road. Call 330-797-3900 ext. 1551 to schedule an appointment. Registration packets are also available at the AELC or can be found on www.austintownlocalschools.org by clicking the “Registration & Open Enrollment” tab under “Departments.”

Open enrollment for Austintown Local School district

Registration for Open Enrollment will continue for the 2016-2017 school year at the Austintown Early Learning Center (AELC) on Evelyn Road. Only new students in grades Kindergarten through ninth-grade will be accepted for the upcoming school year. Call 330-797-3900 ext. 1551 to make an appointment. Registration applications can be picked up at the AELC or are available online at www.austintownlocalschools.org under the “ Registration & Open Enrollment” tab under “Departments.”

Local shipping store provides flowers for Memorial Day

Send It Packin’ is supplying carnations before Memorial Day to place in cemeteries to honor fallen soldiers. Located at 4496 Mahoning Ave, owner Tracy Schott will have flowers for the holiday available to the public. May 28 will host the event to commemorate all who have fought. Schott intends to bring awareness to the real reason the public celebrates Memorial Day. As a small business owner and family member of those who have served, she understands the importance of this holiday. Send It Packin’ will provide free flowers to place on the grave of a veteran at your local cemetery. She encourages any one to take a flower to place on a grave, even if they do not know any one who has passed serving. Send It Packin’ is limited to 250 flowers, so this service is only available while supplies last. Send It Packin’ has partnered with The Memorial Day Flowers Foundation, a non-profit organization that partners with companies to place flowers on the graves of veterans for Memorial Day.

Animal shelter seeks donations

West Side Cats is seeking donations of gently used baby clothes for its fundraisers. The organization appreciates any help the community can give it in helping to improve the lives of its cats and kittens.

Smart Choice Food program

Smith Corners United Methodist Church, located at 3000 S. Canfield Niles Road is a member of the Smart Choice Food program. The program provides special value boxes of meats, pastas or childrens meals, as well as “On the Go” meals for those who have no time to cook full meals. These meals are diabetic friendly. The food can be ordered online at www.smartchoicefoods.com with a credit card or by calling Judy at 330-793-8898 with cash or money orders payments.

Parent-child program for incoming kindergarten students

Austintown Elementary School will host two parent-child programs in June packed with kindergarten readiness activities for the incoming students. One session will focus on reading while the other session will focus on math. The sessions will take place from 8:30-11:30 a.m. at the elementary school. Participants will learn games to build foundational kindergarten skills and will receive material to use at home throughout the summer. Children will also have the opportunity to eat complimentary breakfast and lunch in the cafeteria. Due to space restrictions only one adult per student may attend. For more information on program dates and how to register, visit www.austintownschools.org and click the “Schools” tab to find the “AES” page.

Pink Ribbon Golf Classic

The annual Pink Ribbon Golf Classic will be hosted at the Avalon Lakes Golf and Country Club on July 18. The cost is $110 per golfer. All proceeds from this event will go directly to the American Cancer Society. The 18 hole four-person scramble will be followed by lunch and a Chinese auction and raffle. Registration and continental breakfast begin at 8 a.m. with a shotgun start at 9 a.m. For further details, contact Donna Mowrey at 330-207-9630 or Ginny Johnston at 330-219-9092.

Italian Fest scholarship available

Applications for the 2016 Youngstown State University Scholarship from The Greater Youngstown Italian Fest are now available by contacting Deborah Mottle at mottlesmurals@gmail.com or applications may be retrieved from http://www.youngstownitalianfest.org/. Applicants must attend Youngstown State University and be of Italian descent in order to be eligible. Deadline for applicants is June 7.

DQ sip-n-paint

Sip an Artic Rush, a shake or an Orange Julius while you paint your Dairy Queen cake. Celebrate Dad by creating an edible masterpiece. June 8 (the day before Father’s Day) Dairy Queen will be hosting a Sip-N-Paint with qualified DQ Cake decorators assisting. Make your cake colorful and fun - add sprinkles, gel icing, ribbon and candy. Place an Edible Image on your cake for an added touch. The Cornersburg Dairy Queen, located at 3555 S. Meridian Road, will host its event from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. The cost to participate is the cost of the DQ cake and your drink. The 8 inch round original DQ cake serves 8-10 and is $19.99, the 10 inch round serves 12-16 and is $21.99, and the 10x14 inch sheet serves 20-24 and is $28.99. For details, call the location at 330-799-5295. The Austintown Dairy Queen, located at 241 E. Park Ave., will host its event from 4-7 p.m. For details, call the location at 330-892-6100.

Fundraiser for Austintown Night Out

Austintown Night Out will be hosting its second annual Celebrity Server Fundraiser at BW3 Resturant in the Austintown Plaza, located at 6000 Mahoning Ave., on May 25 from 6-9 p.m. Special celebrity servers will be former Austintown Township Trustee Lisa Oles and current Trustee Jim Davis. All tips received by the servers, as well as 15 percent of the night sales, will be donated to the Night Out event. Coupons are required to turn in for the 15 percent donation and can be found on the Austintown Night Out Facebook page, by emailing Austintownnightout@gmail.com or by calling 330-774-1803.

Austintown Night Out to be Aug. 2

Austintown Night Out will be hosted on Aug. 2, from 5-9 p.m. at Austintown Township Park. There will be police cars, fire trucks and ambulances for children to explore, as well as a bounce house, face painting, clowns, games and live music. There will be a visit by Frozen’s Queen Elsa and Anna, and Captain Jack Sparrow. Night Out is an event that occurs nationally on the first Tuesday in August by police departments and block watches promoting cooperation and understanding between safety forces and the citizens. This will be the fourth year for Austintown’s event. The event is free and open to the public.

Saxon flea market

The Saxon Club will host its Flea Market every Tuesday through October (weather permitting). The Flea Maket starts at 8 a.m. (vendors can set up early) and ends at 2 p.m. Large spaces are provided for $5 per space. A variety of items will be available such as household goods, books, tools and collectables. Refreshments are available. The Saxon Club is located at 710 S. Meridian Road, on the west side of Youngstown.

Friends of the Austintown library program and meeting

James Cossler, Director of the Youngstown Business Incubator, will present at this event for adults on May 23 at 10 a.m.

Coupon swap at the library

Do you have coupons you don’t need or need coupons you don’t have? Drop in during Austintown library hours in May to stretch your shopping dollars by swapping coupons. This event is for adults.

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. For appointments, call 1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-733-2767). This event is for adults at the Austintown library on May 28 from 10:30 a.m. until 3 p.m. and May 31 from 1-6 p.m.

First annual West Side Cats Father’s Day raffle

West Side cats will be hosting a Father’s Day raffle featuring a 48 inch Insignia LED TV. The drawing will be on June 18, and proceeds will be used for the group’s spay and neuter program. Tickets are $1 each or six for $5. You can purchase your tickets beginning next week through any volunteer or at the shelter. West Side Cats is located at 2217 Mahoning Avenue in Youngstown. Call 330-792-4228 for details.

Library closings

All libraries in the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County system will be closed on May 29 and May 30.

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.

MCCTC opens Summer Camp registration

The Mahoning County Career and Technical Center is giving students the chance to explore new careers this summer with its annual Summer Camp on June 20-22. This year’s camp offers students the opportunity to learn more about exciting career fields through fun, hands-on projects. Programs offered this year are Exercise Science, Culinary, Cosmetology, Mechanical Engineering, Truck and Diesel Mechanics and Welding and Auto Technology. MCCTC Summer Camp takes place every summer and is open to students in grades 6-8. For more information or to register a child, visit www.mahoningctc.com.

Playtime at your library

Prepare for Kindergarten through play. The librarian will read a story and have fun with developmentally appropriate games and activities that parents can do with your child to help them get ready for Kindergarten. This event is for 2-6 year-olds. All children must be accompanied by an adult to this one hour program. Join the Austintown library on May 26 at 10 a.m.

Pre-Kindergarten story time

This program is for 4- and 5-year-olds to help develop pre-literacy and kindergarten readiness skills. The library will use books, stories, rhymes, music, movement and crafts to help your child get ready for kindergarten. Join the Austintown library on Wednesdays in May at 11:30 a.m.

Bonding with babies and books

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

Tales and talk for 2’s and 3’s

Join the Austintown library on Wednesdays in May at 10 a.m. for developmentally appropriate books, songs, rhymes, finger plays and other activities that will help your child (2-3 year-olds) become a successful reader. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Grab and go craft for May

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

Take a guess

Guess the number of items in the jar. Closest guess wins a small prize. This event is for the family at the Austintown library during open hours.

Tales to tails

Read to a therapy dog from Pet Partners at the library. Bring your own book, or the library will find one for you. Registration is required. Space is limited. Register online or by calling 330-744-8636 and ask for the Austintown library. This event is open to school-age children on May 28 at 11 a.m.

Stained glass votive holders

Learn to make a stained glass votive candle holder. Registration is required. This event is for adults at the Austintown library at 6 p.m. on May 26.

Saturday movie matinee

Join the Austintown library on May 21 at 2:30 p.m. for a Saturday Movie Matinee. Bring your own snacks and drinks to enjoy during the movie. Children age 7 years and younger must be with an adult. Movie will be a newly released DVD rated PG-13 to G.

Social media overload

Learn about social media, the most popular sites, their uses and how you might benefit from using them. This event is for adults at the Austintown library on May 27 at 11 a.m.

Chapter Chat book club

Love books? Come to the Chapter Chat Book Club to read and discuss a book together. Each month will be a new genre. The book this month is Stephen King’s “The Tommyknockers.” This event is for adults at the Austintown library on May 23 at 6 p.m.

Get “golf ready”

Learn everything you’ll need to play golf in just a few lessons. PGA pros will show you ways to play by combining fun, friends and fitness. Each session will focus on various golf skills. Mix and match clinics available. One day clinic - $25, any two clinics - $45, any three clinics - $60 and any seven clinics - $100. Dates for the program vary through Aug. 17.

In the forest

The work of realist painter Jason Floyd Lewis relishes the natural beauty of uninhabited places. The Wellers Gallery at Fellows Riverside Gardens will feature this artwork until June 12.

Mahoning Valley walk benefiting JDRF

Take steps to help the Junvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) progressively remove the impact of type 1 diabetes from people’s lives. By joining a team or making a donation to JDRF, you’ll raise money to help fund critical research. The walk will be on May 21 at the Watts Center of Youngstown State University. Check-in begins at 8:30 a.m. and the walk begins at 10 a.m. Register at http://www2.jdrf.org/mahoningvalleywalk. For more information, contact Timothy Styranec at 330-533-5306 or by email at tmstyranec@zoominternet.net.

Have your pet featured in a calendar

West Side Cats is having a pet photography contest. For each $1 you pay, you can submit one photo of your favorite pet. Each vote will be an additional $1 fee which can be paid through PayPal at: Westsidecats@yahoo.com or dropped off at the shelter, located at 2217 Mahoning Ave. The top 12 winners will have their pets photo featured on a month of the new calendar and receive a calendar of their own. There will also be a grand prize for the pet with the most votes. Calendars will be sold after the contest ends. The photography contest will end on May 30 (Memorial Day). For more information, visit the Facebook page “West Side Cats Photography Contest.”

Favorite cookie

Vote on your favorite cookie each time you come to the library. The cookie with the most votes at the end of the month will be featured at the Hangry Bird’s party in May. This event is for grades 5-12 at the Austintown library during open hours.

Join a Relay for Life team

If you are interested in joining a team, visit the Relay for Life website at http://relayforlife.org/austintown. Attend one of the up-coming meetings at the American Cancer Society office in Canfield. Meeting date is May 26.

Austintown Relay for Life

On June 4, Austintown will host its annual Relay For Life event at the Austintown Elementary School parking lot from 10 a.m. until 10 p.m. During those 12 hours participants will be celebrating, remembering and fighting back against cancer. Opening ceremonies will be followed immediately by a survivor lap. Lunch will be provided for survivors and caregivers. The event will include a variety of activities. Help the community reach the fundraising goal of $90,000.

Immaculate Heart of Mary Festival 5k run

The Immaculate Heat of Mary Festival 5k has been an annual event in the Youngstown area for over thirty years. The event will take place on June 9 at 7 p.m. Entry fees are $13 in advance and $15 on race day. In order to receive a shirt, mail in advance entry fee by May 22. Registration for the event will begin at 5 p.m. in front of the entrance to the school. Refreshments will be served to runners. Proceeding the adult run will be a free children’s run for sixth-grade and under. All children must be registered and have their form signed by a parent or legal guardian who must be present at the time of the race. Register online at https://runsignp.com/Race/OH/Austintown/IHMFestival5K or call Bob at 330-360-4876 for details.

Austintown Local School district announces open enrollment 2016-2017

The Austintown Local School district will have statewide open enrollment for the 2016-2017 school year. Applications will be accepted for the students in grades kindergarten through ninth-grade, and they can be downloaded on the Austintown Local Schools website. In order to be accepted for open enrollment, completed applications must be submitted online. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Any students living in the state of Ohio and entering grades kindergarten through ninth are eligible. One application must be completed for each student. Call the registration office if any additional information is needed at 330-797-3900, ext. 1516.

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 June 11 and Aug. 13 from 10 a.m. until 12 p.m. The deadline for registration has passed.

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.