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Friendly Squares to dance on April 8
The Niles Friendly Squares will host its monthly square dance on April 8 from 7:30-10 p.m. at the Niles SCOPE Center, located at 14 E. State St. in Niles. Dress is casual and there is a $6 donation per person at the door. This will be a high/low dance with alternating tips for new dancers currently taking lessons and tips for more experienced dancers. It’s “Team T-shirt Night,” a great time to wear that T-shirt and show your pride and support for your favorite team. Gene Hammond will be the caller. For additional information, call Hammond at 330-534-4426 or 330-506-3370.
Austintown Bounce hosts Eggstravaganza
Austintown Bounce will be hosting its annual Bounce with Bunny Easter Eggstravaganza from 10 a.m. until 12 p.m. on April 8. A $5 admission will get you involved in the Easter Egg Hunt that starts at 9:30 a.m., pictures with the Easter Bunny, prize raffles, goodie bags and inflatable bounce time. There will be more than 5,000 eggs and dozens of prizes so remember to bring your own Easter basket. The Easter Eggstravaganza is sponsored by First American Loans. Austintown Bounce is location on 4317 Kirk Road in Austintown.
Balancing Your Thyroid Naturally Seminar to be April 13
If you are taking your thyroid medication, getting your TSH level checked and been told that “everything looks normal” and yet you still feel foggy, tired and overweight, the Balancing You Thyroid Naturally Seminar on April 13 at 6:30 p.m. is for you. There are some simple, natural things you can do to help yourself feel better that you won’t hear about anywhere else. Join Dr. Ted Suzelis, ND a local leading authority on natural thyroid balance, for a free seminar at the Ohio Naturopathic Wellness Center in Boardman. Call 330-729-1350 or go to OhioND.com today to reserve your spot for this free seminar. Seating is limited. The seminar will take place at the Ohio Naturopathic Wellness Center in Boardman. The address is 755 Boardman-Canfield Road, Suite D3 (Southbridge West Complex).
Kindergarten registration April 26, 27
Kindergarten registration appointments are still available for the 2017-2018 school year for any student residing in the Austintown School District. April 26 and 27 registration dates still have time slots available. Kindergarten registration packets are available Monday through Friday at Austintown Elementary school from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. and at Austintown Early Learning Center from 8 a.m. until 4 p.m. The packet explains all necessary documents needed. All new kindergarten students must attend a registration and screening appointment. Registration and Screening for the 2017-2018 school year is done by appointment only. Contact the Registration Department at 330-797-3900, ext. 1551 if you have any questions.
Trash and Treasure sale to be April 8
The Ladies of Br. 22, The Youngstown Saxon Club, is sponsoring a Trash and Treasure sale on April 8 in the Saxon Club Ballroom, located at 710 S. Meridian Road in Youngstown, from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. A luncheon of sauerkraut, hotdogs and German sausage sandwiches, chips, soft drinks and coffee will be served from 11 a.m. onward. It is also available for take out. The groups famous chicken dumpling soup will also be available for purchase. Proceeds from this event will help benefit the scholarship fund for students at Youngstown State University. Donations of money and good (other than clothing) are appreciated. All are welcome.
Local group to collect for Measure-Up Campaign
Knights of Columbus, Immacolata Council #15086 will be collecting for the Measure-Up Campaign at the Sparkle Market located in Cornersburg on April 30 from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. The Measure-Up Campaign is run state-wide in the spring of each year, with the goal being to help those less fortunate with developmental disabilities. The money the council collects is divided, with 80 percent going locally to aid the children at The Rich Center for Autism, located on the Y.S.U. campus. The other 20 percent goes to the Knights of Columbus State Council to be used for projects like Special Olympics and other projects that benefit children with developmental disabilities. All the money goes to help the children. The group will be presenting a check to the children at The Rich Center this fall.
Early release day on May 10 cancelled
At a regularly scheduled board meeting on March 15, the Austintown Board of Education approved the resolution to revise the 2016-2017 school calendar to reflect that May 10 will be a full student day and not an early release day. The early release days are used for administration and staff to engage in professional development, but due to students attending Camp Fitch the May early release day has been cancelled. Professional development planned is still set to take place and will be worked into school hours.
Knitting Guild meeting to be April 11
The Western Reserve Knitting Guild will meet on April 11 at 7 p.m. at the Rotary Community Building in Fair Park in Canfield. A brief program on Knitting Slang will be presented and members are encouraged to bring and show their knitted Herringbone Stitch pillows. Anyone interested in information about the guild, joining the guild or donating towards the guild’s charity work can contact wrkg.ohio@gmail.com.
ABWA meeting to be April 11
The Mill Creek Chapter of American Business Women’s Association will meet on April 11 at 6:30 p.m. at A La Cart in Canfield. Dinner will be southern baked chicken, roast beef, potato au gratin, peas and carrots, salad, Jello, cole slaw and dessert. The cost is $18. The speaker for the evening will be Chief Don Hutchinson of the Cardinal Fire Department, to speak on the drug problem in Ohio.
Smart money picture bingo
Celebrate Smart Money Week at the Austintown library on April 29 at 11 a.m. with fun and prizes for the whole family. Picture Bingo for all ages. Each child will receive a piggy bank. Children must be accompanied by an adult to this half-hour program. This is for the family.
Playtime at your library
Prepare for kindergarten through play at the Austintown library on April 10 at 6:30 p.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 is for children ages 2-6. All children under 7 must be accompanied by an adult to this one-hour program.
Pre-Kindergarten story time
This program is for 4 and 5-year-old children to help develop pre-literacy and kindergarten readiness skills. You will use books, stories, rhymes, music, movement and crafts at the Austintown library at 11:30 a.m. every Wednesday in April to help your child get ready for kindergarten.
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 Austintown library every Tuesday in April at 10 a.m.
Tales and talk for 2s and 3s
Join the Austintown library every Wednesday in April 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.
Exploding egg art
Create works of art using paint, eggs, bubbles, salt and more at the Austintown library on April 22 at 11 a.m. Children will get messy, so dress appropriately. This event is for the entire family.
Gotta move story time
Join the Austintown library every Thursday in April at 10 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, talk and play. This event is for children ages 2-5 who are accompanied by a care giver.
Grab and go craft for April
Make a craft to take home during library hours in the month of April at the Austintown library. Children of all ages are invited to participate.
Guess the picture book
Can you guess the picture book from the cut up cover? One winner chosen at random from correct entries at the Austintown library during library hours in April. This is for children of all ages.
Opening lines
Match the YA books to their opening lines at the Austintown library during library hours in the month of April. This event is for children in grades 6-12.
Strategy board games at the library
Do you like to play strategy board games? Come to the Austintown library on April 8 at 3 p.m. to play games like Ticket to Ride, Settlers of Catan and Carcassonne. Play what’s there or bring your own to share. This is for teens and adults.
Paper crafting corner
Join the Austintown library on April 28 at 11 a.m. to learn how to create a paper craft. Registration is required. This is for adults.
Color your world
Join the Austintown library on April 13 at 6 p.m. for a relaxing evening of adult coloring. Coloring sheets and materials will be provided, or you’re welcome to bring your own. This is for teens and adults.
Kinect sports for seniors
Have fun participating in sports without the sweat and stress at the Austintown library on April 21 at 10 a.m. Play virtual sports on the big screen. You can bowl, play soccer, table tennis, beach volleyball, box or even try track and field events. The event promises to be a morning of fun and light refreshments. This is for adults only.
Watch movies at the library
Bring your own snacks and drinks to enjoy during the movie at the Austintown library on April 25 at 6 p.m. The movie will be a newly released DVD rated PG or G. This is for the family. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Get connected with digital media
Would you like to learn how to download free eBooks, audiobooks, movies, TV shows, music, complete issues of magazines and more to your computer and mobile devices? Come to the Austintown library on April 24 at 6 p.m. This event is for adults.
Kindergarten registration
The Austintown Local Schools will be hosting kindergarten registration for the 2017-2018 school year for students residing in the Austintown School District. Kindergarten registration packets are available Monday through Friday at Austintown Elementary School from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. and at Austintown Early Learning Center from 8 a.m. until 4 p.m. The packet explains all necessary documents needed. All new kindergarten students must attend a registration and screening appointment. Registration and screening for the 2017-2018 school year will be done by appointment only. Contact the Registration Department at 330-797-3900, ext. 1551 if you have any questions.
Open enrollment for 2017-2018
The Austintown Local Schools is now accepting enrollment for the 2017-2018 school year. The district is currently taking students in grades kindergarten through eighth-grade, based on current class size availability. Although grades 9-12 are closed, students are still able to apply for special programs, such as Falcon Pride Online and STEM. To apply, visit www.austintownschools.org under Registration and Open Enrollment. If you have any additional questions regarding open enrollment, contact 330-797-3900, ext. 1551, or email Stephanie Fabian at sfabian@austintownschools.org.
Chapter Chat book club
Love books? Go 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. This month’s book is “Catch-22” by Joseph Heller and will take place at the Austintown library on April 26 at 6:30 p.m. Light refreshments will be served. This club is for adults.
Page Turners book club
Love books? Looking for a good read? Hear what others are reading and share your favorite read, or just come and join the fun at the Austintown library on April 19 at 6 p.m. This club is for adults.
Tea and Mystery book club
Join the Austintown library on April 11 at 6 p.m. to sip tea and discuss your latest mystery novel find. This club is for adults.
IHM Run Festival to be June 8
This is the annual 5K run that gets the local community festival off to a great running start. The date is set for June 8. The start time is 7 p.m. Runners, be sure to mark your calendar now so you don’t miss out on one of the longest standing 5K runs in the area. For a $10 entry fee, runners can run through local neighborhood roads and finish near the festival grounds. All runners must be registered to participate. Online registration is available at runsignup.com/race/oh/austintown/ihmfestival5k. Race day registration will start at 5 p.m. in front of the education building at 4490 Norquest Blvd. in Austintown. Visit the Facebook page for this event (Immaculate Heart of Mary Festival 5K). There are numerous photos from the past 5K runs.
Easter egg hunt
There will be an indoor Easter Egg Hunt on April 8 at 11 a.m. at Redeemer Lutheran Church, located at 2305 S. Canfield-Niles Road in Austintown. There will be candy, crafts, a gift bag of gospel eggs and a video presentation. It is open to all kids in the community between the ages of 2 and 12.
Overeaters Anonymous to have local meetings
Overeaters Anonymous is offering meetings at several local locations and on a variety of days. On Saturdays at 10 a.m., there will be a meeting at St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church in the Church Hall, Room 2, located at 4453 Warren-Sharon Road in Vienna, Ohio. This location is handicapped accessible. On Sundays at 7 p.m., there will be a meeting at Shenango Presbyterian Church, located at 3144 Wilmington Road (Route 18) in New Castle, Pa. This location is handicapped accessible. On Mondays, a meeting will take place at 1 p.m. at the Girard Multigenerational Center, located at 443 Trumbull Avenue in Girard. This location is handicapped accessible. On Wednesdays, a meeting will take place at 7:30 p.m. at Valley Care - Northside Medical Center in the Medical Education Building, auditorium A, located at 500 Gypsy Lane in Youngstown. This location is handicapped accessible. On Thursdays at 6 p.m., a meeting will take place in Faith Chapel Fellowship Church, located at 511 E. Pershing St. in Salem, while at 7:30 p.m. a meeting will take place at New Life Lutheran Church, located at 1181 Churchill-Hubbard Road in Youngstown. Both of these locations are handicapped accessible. For more information on OA or meetings, go to www.oa.org or call one of the following Help Hotlines: Mahoning or Trumbull Counties - 330-747-2696; Columbiana County - 330-424-7767; Lawrence County - 724-674-3697.
GA to meet twice this week
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 is offered every Friday at Westminster Church, located at 119 Stadium Drive in Boardman, and another is offered every Sunday at Christ Church Presbyterian, located at 3425 Hopkins Road in Youngstown (in 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. For more information, call the local Gamblers Anonymous hotline at 330-505-5060.
Pink Ribbon Golf Classic to be July 17
The annual Pink Ribbon Golf Classic will take place at Avalon Lakes Golf and Country Club on July 17. All proceeds from this event will go directly to the American Cancer Society. The 18-hole scramble will be followed by lunch and a Chinese auction and raffle. For further details, contact Donna Mowrey at 330-207-9630 or Nancy Felton at 330-533-2712.
Trash and Treasure sale to be May 20
The Austintown Night Out Committee is hosting a Trash and Treasure sale on May 20 from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. at Austintown Township Park. Spaces are $10 each. The event is outside and is rain or shine. Vendors are welcome to bring canopies. For more information, contact Shawne Wilfong at 330-774-1803 or email AustintownNightOut@gmail.com. More information can also be found on Austintown Night Out’s Facebook page.
Get one-on-one assistance from library
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 wide 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.