Canfield Community Briefs

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

Open house kicks off food drive

A Dying Art Company, Legacy Dog Rescue and DogSmartz Unleashed are inviting the public to the DogSmartz Unleashed Giving Thanks open house on Nov. 12 from 3-5 p.m. Stop out and see the new positive dog training facility located in Poland, meet the trainers and staff, cuddle some local adorable pups looking for their forever homes, enjoy some sweet treats while you tour the new “digs” and maybe even learn a trick or two. Be sure to bring pet food item for donation to the Youngstown Pet Food Drive to help them kick off the collection and enter for a chance to win a free 12 inch by 12 inch custom painting from A Dying Art Company, Ltd. Keep itfor yourself or the perfect holiday gift. The Youngstown Pet Food Drive starts on Nov. 15 at four local businesses: Dar’s Dirty Dogs in Canfield, Om Yoga in Hubbard, Warren Harley Davidson in Warren and, of course, Dogsmartz Unleashed in Poland. The pounds are full and winter is always a hard time for families struggling to make ends meet. They want to be sure they have access to food and supplies so that no one has to make a tough decision. They want to keep families together and out of the pounds this winter and these local businesses are doing everything they can to really help the animal rescue community. All collection proceeds will benefit Legacy Dog Rescue and their rescue efforts in the Valley. For more info, contact Kate at ADyingArtCoLtd@gmail.com or 330-980-0759 or join them online at http://www.adyingartcompanyltd.com/pet-food-drive.

Tap and jazz show

A cast of 40 Canfield High School students will perform tap dance and jazz numbers in an array of costumes as they present the musical “Irving Berlin’s White Christmas.” The curtain will go up on Nov. 18 and 19 at 7:30 p.m. and Nov. 20 at 2:30 p.m. in the Canfield High School auditorium. Tickets are available by calling the school ticket line at 330 702-7128, or can be purchased at the door. Adult tickets are $14 and students are $10. The production is recommended for the entire family.

Softball boosters shopping trip

The Canfield Softball Boosters are organizing a shopping trip to New York City and you can come too. The bus will depart from Canfield High School at 11 p.m. on Dec. 9 and arrive into NYC by 7:30 a.m. on Dec. 10. The bus will stay with the group throughout the day, making stops at Rockefeller Center, Freedom Tower and 9/11 Memorial, Union Square and Times Square, as well as other places of interest. Stay with the bus, or enjoy the time on your own. You will depart at 11 p.m. and arrive back at Canfield High School by Sunday morning. The cost is $159 per person and must be prepaid. All passengers aged 18 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Call 330-506-2274 for more details or mail your payment along with the names of the passengers to: Canfield Softball Boosters, 101 Laurel Hills Drive, Canfield, OH 44406. Space is limited.

Garden Club event

St. Michael Garden Guild presents an evening with Thomas Welsh, author and historian. Raise your glass to the best-laid tables of a bygone era, from the Mural Room to the 20th Century. Attendees will have the chance to win his autographed book “Classic Restaurants of Youngstown.” The free program will be Nov. 16 at 7 p.m. in the Family Life Center, St. Michael’s Church in Canfield. Hostesses for the evening will be Mag Mitchell and Debbie Sulenski. This will be an informative and fun night. Everyone is always welcomed and bring a friend for an evening for fellowship and good food. For more information, call Janet at 330-533-6871 or Paula at 678-557-6414.

Celebrate Short Fiction Day

Space is still available for area fiction writers who want to be part of the upcoming “Celebrate Short Fiction” Day. The annual literary event is scheduled for Dec. 21 from 6-9 p.m. at Courtyard Square, located at 645 E. State Street in Salem. The public event, now in its third year, provides local writers with the opportunity to share their work with area fans, participants and other authors able to sell their own books during the event. A limited number of spaces at $10 each are available for those authors who aren’t reading but would like to make their books available for sale. Sellers must bring their own tables — no larger than 6 feet. Space reservations are required and must be paid in advance. To reserve a space or for more info, contact Courtyard Square at 804-513-8027 or lisacahill@mac.com. Checks are to be made out to CI Ohio LTD and authors will be responsible for their own sales. More information is available online at http://tinyurl.com/CSFDay2016.

Friendly Squares monthly dance

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

Contra dance to be Nov. 12

The Western Reserve Contra Dance will take place from 7-9:30 p.m. on Nov. 12 at the Dublin Grange Hall, located at 6571 Fairground Boulevard in 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 Grange Hall is located just off 224, behind the CVS pharmacy. See http://www.westernreservecontradance.com for more information.

Carlozzi annual funds drive

Carlozzi Financial Services is again helping local families in need this holiday season. The public is invited to join Carlozzi Financial Services and their clients to give a monetary donation to Second Harvest Food Bank. Monetary donations can be mailed to Carlozzi Financial Services, 831 Southwestern Run, Suite 1, Poland. For information, visit www.CarlozziFinancialServices.com. Second Harvest Food Bank distributed 10.4 million pounds of food in 2015 in the tri-county area. Last year, Carlozzi Financial Services collected $1,225 in monetary donations. Mark Carlozzi is hoping that this year will be even greater.

CVMS Pancreatic Cancer Awareness

Everyone has been touched in some way by cancer. Pancreatic Cancer is one of the deadliest forms of cancer as 75 percent of people diagnosed pass away within the first year of diagnosis. Students and staff at Canfield Village Middle School are hoping to raise awareness of this deadly diagnosis. November is Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month and during the week of Nov. 14, CVMS is selling purple bead necklaces during all lunch periods for $1 each. In addition, Nov. 17 is World Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Day and the school will have a purple out.

Gorant food drive

Gorant Chocolatier is “Lending a Hand to Stop Hunger” in the Mahoning Valley this holiday season by hosting their 2nd annual food drive. Starting Nov. 1, customers can donate non-perishable food items and receive 5 percent off their purchase for each item donated (up to 25 percent). The food drive continues through Nov. 17. Participating locations include their Boardman Factory location (8301 Market Street), and their Canfield/Westford Commons location (4259 Boardman-Canfield Road) The most needed food items for this holiday season include boxed stuffing, instant mashed potatoes, canned yams, canned vegetables and gravy mix.

Contra dance

The Western Reserve Contra Dance will take place from 7-9:30 p.m. on Nov. 12 at the Dublin Grange Hall, located at 6571 Fairground Boulevard in 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 Grange Hall is just off 224, behind the CVS pharmacy. See http://www.westernreservecontradance.com for more information.

Boardman Park Christmas events

Create a new family tradition by gathering your family and friends and coming out to Boardman’s Community Christmas, to decorate your own family named tree, see Santa and enjoy Holiday music. Beginning at 4 p.m., bring some natural decorations and decorate one of the park’s pine trees. Reserve your tree by calling the park office at 330-726-8105, or e-mailing Angela at angela@boardmanpark.com. Santa will be arriving by fire truck at 4:20 p.m. Be sure to bring your camera and take a picture with Santa in the gazebo. Then, head up to The St. James Meeting House and enjoy some cookies and hot chocolate while listening to Christmas music and caroling led by Tom Ruggieri and Linda Smrek and The Boardman High School Band beginning at 4:30 p.m. The lighting of the Community Christmas Tree will take place at 4:45 p.m. All activities are free and will take place near the gazebo and St. James Church. They will be collecting non-perishable food items for the Boardman Lions Club Food Pantry at Boardman Center Intermediate School.

Playtime at your library

Prepare for Kindergarten through play at the Canfield library on Nov. 18 at 10 a.m. You’ll 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 children ages 2-6. All children under 7 must be accompanied by an adult to this one-hour program.

ABWA Christmas celebration

On Dec. 13, the three chapters (Mill Creek Chapter, Tri-Gold Chapter and Youngstown Charter Chapter) will meet at A La Cart for their annual Christmas celebration. Welcome begins at 6 p.m. and a sit down dinner will follow at 6:30 p.m. The menu will consist of your choice of Swiss chicken, stuffed pork chops or stuffed flounder, along with mashed potatoes, California blend vegetables, tossed salad, cup of wedding soup, rolls, butter, coffee, tea and dessert. The cost will be $21. Reservations must be made by calling Shirley Pappagallo at 330-270-9779, no later than Dec. 4. Entertainment for the evening will be Judy Conti’s Dancing Divas and contributions will be collected for the Beatitude House as the charity and an optional gift exchange will be held for those interested. The public is welcomed. Join for an enjoyable evening together and see what American Business Women’s Association is all about. There will be no business meetings at this event.

Celebrate Short Fiction Day

Gathering place event

There will be a Gathering Place event on Nov. 14 at 11 a.m. at the Lord of Life Church. The speaker will be a local counselor Kurt Beler and his topic will be stress. Lunch will be provided by the Woodlands at Hampton Woods. This is a free community outreach social program offered to all senior citizens that is held on the second Monday of the month every month. Different games and activities are also offered each month. Join in a fulfilling afternoon of fun and socialization. Spread the word and bring your friends. The contact person for these events is Bernadette Beler at 330-533-6045 or the church at 330-533-3531.

Fantastic beasts

Come to the Canfield library on Nov. 21 at 6 p.m. to celebrate the opening of the new movie featuring the amazing creatures of Harry Potter’s world. There will be trivia, snacks and giveaways. This is for tweens and teens.

Canfield High School student is 2016 Outstanding Young Philanthropist

A Canfield High School student was selected by the Association of Fundraising Professionals as the 2016 Outstanding Young Philanthropist honoree for Mahoning and Shenango counties. Kate Jenkins, a junior, will be honored at the National Philanthropy Day Event on Nov. 18, during an awards ceremony at Mr. Anthony’s from 11:30 a.m. until 1 p.m. Jenkins was nominated by Becky Keck, Executive Director of the SMARTS program, with letters of support written by Craig Olson, Canfield School Board President, high school students and a member of the Youngstown Junior Women’s League. She was nominated for her fundraising efforts that led to the creation of the first ever Art Club at Canfield High School.

“Invisible” Ancestors: tips for finding the females in your family tree

Whether due to surname changes when they marry or because of legal and social conditions throughout history, finding the female members in your family tree often presents special problems and challenges. Attend this program at the Canfield library on Nov. 17 at 6:30 p.m. and acquire some tips and strategies for overcoming these limitations. Registration is required by phoning 330-744-8636 or online via the library’s events calendar. This event is for adults.

Bonding with babies and books and signs

Come and learn how to use American Sign Language (ASL) with your child through rhymes, songs and stories, followed by time to play and socialize at the Canfield library on Nov. 17 at 10 a.m. Learn easy corresponding signs to learn and share with your little ones. Babies must be accompanied with an adult.

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 Canfield library at 10 a.m. on Nov. 10. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Tales and talk for 2’s and 3’s

Join the Canfield library every Tuesday in November 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.

Fun time for 4’s and 5’s

Join the Poland library on Nov. 22 at 10:30 a.m. for developmentally appropriate books, songs, rhymes and finger plays, and other activities that will help your child become a successful reader. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Gotta move story time

This event is for children ages 2-5 who are accompanied by a care-giver. Join the Canfield library every Wednesday in November at 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. 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 and dance, and talk and play.

Grab and go craft for November

Make a craft to take home at the Canfield library during library hours in November. This event is for children of all ages.

Take a guess

Guess the number of items in the jar at the Canfield library during library hours in November. Closest guess wins a small prize.

STEAM Saturday-Tessellation exploration

What is a tessellation? How is a tessellation created? You will use simple shapes to create amazing artwork at the Canfield library on Nov. 12 at 11 a.m. Interactive and fun and projects can be taken home. This event is for children in grades 4-6.

TAB meeting

Join the Canfield library’s Teen Advisory Board. Get to know the new Canfield library, take a look at some new teen books and share ideas on Nov. 16 at 4 p.m. Snacks will be provided. This is for teens in grades 7-12.

Coupon swap

Do you have coupons you don’t need or need coupons you don’t have? Drop in to the Canfield library during library hours to stretch your shopping dollars by swapping coupons.

Chair yoga

Chair yoga is sponsored by the Friends of PLYMC. Pay as you attend at $10 per class. You should dress comfortably. Class will meet the first Friday of every month at the Canfield library at 10 a.m. This class is for adults.

Book-A-Librarian

Would you like a personal introduction to resources available at the library? Need more time with a librarian than you can get over the phone or if you just walk in? Book-a-Librarian sessions are tailored to meet the specific needs of the individual. A library staff member will give undivided attention to customers who want in-depth help with a variety of library services, such as: learning to use a computer, email, the Internet, downloading e-books and audiobooks, researching a topic, discovering new books and authors to read and enjoy, business, non-profit or Genealogy help. To schedule an appointment, visit any library, call 330-744-8636 or go online at www.LibraryVisit.org/Book-a-Librarian. This is for teens and adults.

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.