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MCCTC Students Open Green House for Spring Plant Sale
The Spring Plant Sale, sponsored by the Floral Design and Landscaping programs at the Mahoning County Career and Technical Center, has started selling their plants. Students have prepared items including assorted annuals, hanging baskets and patio planters. Flats of flowers are also available. The Green House, located at 7300 N Palmyra Road in Canfield, will be open to the public from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m., Monday through Friday, until May 19. Items are limited so shop early for the best selections. For more information on the Spring Plant Sale, contact Mary June Emerson at 330-729-4000 ext. 1671.
Book a librarian during the month of May
If you would like a personal introduction to resources available at the library or need more time with a librarian than you can get over the phone or if you just walk in, make an appointment to book a library during the month of May. 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, including learning to use a computer, email or the internet; downloading e-books and audiobooks; researching a topic; discovering new books and authors to read and enjoy and 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 event is for senior adults, adults and teens.
Local libraries to have May closings
All libraries in the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County system will be closed on May 14, 28 and 29 (Memorial Day).
Craft show and bake sale to be May 12 and 13
There will be a craft show and bake sale at Lord of Life Church, located at 550 N. Broad Street in Canfield, on May 12 from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. and on May 13 from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. Items include hand-made crafts, jewelry, vintage clothing, candles, candy, American Girl doll clothing, vintage prints, wood paintings, teamology item, hand-made baby clothing, shirts, ceramics, art works by Renee and more. There will also be a Chinese auction. Parking and admission are free. Call 330-533-3531 with any questions. All are welcome.
Lions to host fish fry dinner
The Canfield Lions next fish dinner will take place on May 5. Dinner is served from 4:30-7:30 p.m. at A La Cart Catering, located at 429 Lisbon St. in Canfield. Dinners are haddock (baked or fried), macaroni and cheese or haluski or pierogis. You will have your choice of one side from french fries, macaroni and cheese, pierogies or haluski. This includes cole slaw or green beans, a roll, drink and dessert. The cost is $11 and take out is available.
Loghurst Museum to host Trunk and Treasure sale
There will be a Trunk and Treasure sale for the Canfield Heritage Foundation (Loghurst) every first and third Saturday of each month during summer, starting on May 6 (on days that the museum is open) from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. with set-up from 8-9 a.m. The cost is $10 per vehicle. Vendors are able to sell from their pick-ups, trunks of their cars or whatever vehicle they have. They may use a tent/table, etc. in their space. Contact Loghurst at 330-533-4330 for more information and registration forms. If there is room, they will also accept vendors the day of the sale.
Teen masters of art
Teens will explore the techniques used by the great masters of art on May 8 at 3:30 p.m. at the Canfield library. Pointillism-Dots making a Painting. After viewing works of art, teens will use an 8 inch by 10 inch canvas and add their first initial by using a pencil eraser or paint brush tip to create small dots of various primary colors. Registration is required. Wear old clothing. The maximum number of participants in 12 in class.
Teen Tuesdays at the library
Have a snack and join your friends to do some fun activities on May 2 at 3 p.m. at the Canfield library. Topics will vary monthly. This program is for teens and is for those in grades seven and up.
Coloring for grown-ups
Join the Canfield library on May 15 from 10-11:30 a.m. and tap into your creative side with the newest relaxation craze: coloring for grown-ups. Colored pencils and markers will be provided, along with intricate abstract and themed design sheets. This program is for teens and adults only.
Crayon art
Do you want to learn how to create your own masterpiece using crayons? Join the Canfield library on May 25 at 6:30 p.m., where you will get to create your own crayon art that you will get to take home that day. Space is limited and registration is required at 330-744-8636. This event is for adults and teens.
Basic computer class
Learn very basic computer skills at the Canfield library on May 2 at 6:30 p.m. 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 library and ‘Basic Computer Class.’ This event is for adults.
Basic Microsoft Word class
Learn very basic computer skills involving the Microsoft Office Word program on May 9 at 6:30 p.m. at the Canfield library. This is a beginner’s class that will cover cut and paste and the Word menus. Space is limited to five. Call 330-744-8636 to register and specify library and ‘Basic Word Computer Class.’ This event is for adults.
Introduction to Pinterest
If you are curious about Pinterest, join the Canfield library on May 11 at 6:30 p.m. in a beginner’s class on how to set up an account, search for items (like recipes or craft ideas), create boards and save pins. Space is limited and registration is required. This event is for adults. Call 330-744-8636.
Coupon Swap at the library
If you have coupons you don’t need or need coupons you don’t have, drop in during library hours at the Canfield library during the month of May to stretch your shopping dollars by swapping coupons. This event is for adults.
Dig into gardening
Learn 10 easy steps for starting a garden at the Canfield library on May 13 at 11 a.m. Then get started right away: participants will receive free cuttings from a hosta plant. Register to reserve your plant. This event is for adults.
Celebrity book club to meet
Catch up on all the juicy celebrity gossip at the Canfield library on May 22 at 11 a.m. The group will discuss books by or about famous people. Or even books that made people famous. The selection this month is “Born to Run” by Bruce Springsteen. This event is for adults.
Off the shelves
Attend this monthly book club at the Canfield library on May 30 at 6:30 p.m. to discuss titles chosen “off the shelves” of the Canfield library’s Book Club room. May will feature “Hillbilly Elegy” by J.D. Vance. This event is for adults.
Blood pressure screening at the library
There will be a blood pressure screening by the Salem Area Visiting Nurse Association at the Canfield library on May 17 from 1-2 p.m.
Friends of PLYMC to meet in May
There will be a Friends of PLYMC, Canfield Committee, meeting at the Canfield library at 6:30 p.m. on May 10.
Chair yoga class
Friends of PLYMC sponsors a Chair Yoga class every Friday at 10 a.m. at the Canfield library. Pay as you attend at $10 a session. For more information, call 330-740-6086. This event is for adults.
Applications for Italian festival scholarship
This year’s applications for a Youngstown State University Scholarship from The Greater Youngstown Italian Fest may be retrieved from the festival’s website http://www.youngstownitalianfest.org/ or by contacting Deborah Mottle at mottlesmurals@gmail.com. Applicants must attend Youngstown State University and be of Italian descent in order to be eligible. The deadline for applicants is June 15, 2017.
Mill Creek Chapter to meet on May 9
The Mill Creek Chapter of the American Business Women’s Association will host its May 9 meeting at A La Cart in Canfield. The dinner will begin at 6:30 p.m. and there will be no speaker, only a business meeting will follow. The menu is creamed chicken over biscuit, roast pork, mashed potatoes, California blend of vegetables, tossed salad, applesauce, Jello and apple cake for dessert. The cost is $18 and the deadline is April 30. Call your reservations into Darlene Demjen at 300-755-9089 or Marilyn Abramski at 330-726-2527.
Summer Discovery to be May 1 until July 31
Visit a Mahoning County public library or sign up online on or after May 1 to register for this year’s Summer Discovery Program. This year’s theme is “Build a Better World.” All who register will receive free coupons, just for signing up. Children can complete activities or read books to earn prizes (while supplies last) and to earn a chance to win a gift card. Children who complete the program will also be invited to a breakfast in July, sponsored by Home Savings and Loan and Sweeney Chevy Buick GMC, featuring Rosemary Wells, best-selling author of the Max and Ruby books. Teens and adults can read books to earn prizes (while supplies last), too, and earn a chance to win a gift card. And, don’t forget to check out the Happenings Newsletter or the library’s online events calendar for a schedule of exciting programs.
Italian man and woman to be honored at festival, applications accepted
The Greater Youngstown Italian Fest 2017 is seeking nominations from family members or friends regarding their favorite Italian man or Italian woman. The nominees would be considered for the highest honor and if selected would be introduced in person at the festival ceremony on Aug. 4 at 5 p.m. in downtown Youngstown. Applications are available to be retrieved from the festival website at http://www.youngstownitalianfest.org/italian-man-woman-year/ or submit an essay with details regarding your nominee. The following details are recommended: name, birth date and location of birth, spouse’s name, parents names and or grandparents, sisters and brothers names, favorite past times or hobbies, what part of Italy they were from originally and what they have accomplished during the span of their life. Submit your application and essay to: Deborah Mottle 212 N Cadillac Dr. Youngstown, OH 44512 or email: mottlesmurals@gmail.com.
Local 4-H’ers prepare for upcoming events
4-H’ers Unlimited Club recently had its election for officers including the following: President - Lindsey Knauf, Vice President - Alexis Pomponio, Secretary - Sammie Johnson, Treasurer/Assistant Secretary - Kaleigh Williams, Health Leader - Justine Knauf, Safety Officer - Kieran Pellin and Recreation Officer - Madison Gatto. Club members collected donations for a small animal-themed basket that will be donated to the 4-H Endowment Dinner on April 29 at 5 p.m. at the St. Michael’s Family Life Center in Canfield. The club filled Easter eggs for the Berlin Ellsworth Community Easter Egg Hunt that will be at the Western Reserve School. Contact Kent Knauf at 330-702-1843 for more information.
Lego my library
Meet at the Canfield library on May 6 at 2:30 p.m. and May 17 at 6 p.m. and enjoy creating Lego designs. Legos will be provided. This event is for children, ages 6 and up.
STEAM Saturday: optical illusion art
Try your hand at tricking the eye on May 20 at 11 a.m. at the Canfield library. Create a colorful piece of optical illusion art that will make you look twice. All materials are provided. This event is for children in fourth- through sixth-graders.
Tales to tails
Sign up to read aloud to a registered therapy dog on May 3 at 6 p.m. at the Canfield library. Readers of all levels and abilities are welcome. This event helps develop reading skills, promotes confidence and encourages a love of reading. Each session is 15 minutes. Bring a book of your choice. This event is for children in grades K and up. Dogs are provided by K9’s for Compassion, a community partner of Pet Partners. Sign up is required. Call 330-744-8636.
Mahoning County 4-H endowment dinner and auction to be April 29
Mark your calendars to join Mahoning County 4-H for a night of food, fun and fellowship. The first annual 4-H Endowment Dinner and Auction will take place on April 29 at St. Michael’s Family Life Center, located at 300 North Broad Street in Canfield. A silent auction will begin at 5 p.m. with dinner starting at 6 p.m. and a live auction to follow. Auction items range from gift baskets to weed trimmers to tractor toys to 2017 OSU Football tickets and more. Proceeds from this auction will benefit the Mahoning County 4-H Endowment fund, an interest-bearing account maintained at the Ohio State University, which is used to benefit Mahoning county 4-H. This fund allows 4-H members to partake in many leadership and team building events such as the Ohio 4-H Leadership Camp, Ohio 4-H Sea Camp, 4-H Camp Whitewood and leadership conferences in Washington D.C. To purchase tickets for the Endowment Dinner and Auction, contact the Mahoning County Extension Office at 330-533-5538. Adult tickets are $20, youth ages 19 and under are $10, and a table for eight is $180. Tickets will be sold up to the event and also at the door April 29.
Playtime at your library
Prepare for Kindergarten through play at the Canfield library on May 12 at 10 a.m. 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.
Bonding with babies and books
This program is for caregivers and their little ones who are 6- to 23-months. There will be 20 minutes of language enrichment including rhymes, songs and stories, followed by time to play and socialize every Thursday in May at 10 a.m. at the Canfield library.
Tales and talk for 2s and 3s
Join the Canfield library every Tuesday in May 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.
Fun time for 4s and 5s
Join the Canfield library on May 9 at 11:30 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.
Family story time
Bring the whole family for stories, games, crafts and fun for all ages at the Canfield library on May 23 at 6 p.m.
Gotta move story time
This event is for children ages 2-5 who are accompanied by a caregiver. Join the Canfield library every Wednesday in May at 10 and 11:30 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.
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.
Victorian Players sponsors trip to Playhouse Square
The Victorian Players Theatre, Inc. is sponsoring a bus trip to Playhouse Square in Cleveland on May 13. They will see a matinee performance of “Something Rotten.” The bus will depart the theatre, located at 702 Mahoning Ave. in Youngstown, at 11 a.m. A boxed lunch will be provided. The cost is $95, which includes transportation, lunch and show ticket. Call 330-533-8789 to make a reservation or send your check, for $95 per person, to 17B Hunters Woods Blvd., Canfield, OH 44406. The deadline for reservations is April 25.
Cardinal Mooney High School announces 14th annual “Celebrate Mooney” auction
Cardinal Mooney High School has set the date for its 14th annual fundraising Auction as April 29. The largest fundraising event of the year will take place at the school, located at 2545 Erie St, in Youngstown, from 5:30-11 p.m. Cocktails and a silent auction will begin at 5 p.m. with dinner at 7 p.m. Tickets are available by calling the school at 330-788-5007 or online through the Auction link on www.cardinalmooney.com Individual tickets are $75, which include dinner and open bar. RSVP by April 15. This year’s theme is “Celebrate Mooney: Embracing Our Past, Highlighting Our Present, and Building a Bright Future.” As part of the celebration, Mooney will be honoring Diane Mastro Nard, Honorary Chairwoman and former CMHS teacher and Speech Coach. Highlights this year include pre-event, online bidding through bipal.net. All auction items are available now for bidding at bidpal.net/mooney. Additional features are a 50/50 raffle, silent and Chinese auctions. Auction items include Dinner for Six with the Bishop, Autographed Sports Memorabilia, fine jewelry, travel packages, Mooney paraphernalia and more. Sponsorship opportunities are also available with options to have your company’s logo featured at the event. Call Sue Brandenstein at 330-788-5113 for more information. Last year’s auction raised more than $80,000 dollars to support the students and programs at Cardinal Mooney High School.
Fairgrounds to be location for Color Dash 5K
There will be a Color Dash 5K UV Splash 5K at the Canfield Fairgrounds, located at 7265 Columbiana-Canfield Road in Canfield, on May 5. The packet pick-up and on-site registration will start at 6:30 p.m. with the color dash begins at 8:30 p.m. Start in white apparel and get covered with an array of glowing colors at each kilometer. The color explosion will be at 9:30 p.m. The Color Dash gives back half of all profits to its partner charities, as well as 100 percent of all sponsorships raised. At the Canfield UV Splash, 50 percent of the profits from registration and merchandise stay local, benefitting the SANE (Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner) Program at Mercy Health Youngstown and the Mahoning Valley SART (Sexual Assault Response Team). These programs provide support care packages for victims of sexual violence and to promote further education for frontline care providers working with victims of sexual violence as well as community education. Walkers and Runners of all ages are invited to participate in this fundraising event.
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.