Friday, March 17, 2017
Boardman and Canfield choirs perform with YSO
The Canfield High School choirs, under the direction of Kelly Scurich, as well as the Boardman High School choirs, under the direction of Linda Smrek, will be performing with the Youngstown Symphony Orchestra, under the direction of Randall Fleischer, as they present the “Gloria” by Antonio Vivaldi. The performance is scheduled for March 25 at 8 p.m. at the DeYor Performing Arts Center in Youngstown. For tickets and additional details, call 330-744-0264 or visit the website Youngstownsymphony.com.
Ham loaf sale
Boardman United Methodist Church, located at 6809 Market St, in Boardman, will once again be selling their delicious ham loaves on April 4 starting at 1 p.m. and lasting until they are sold out. The loaves will be sold in packages of six for $15. There will be no pre-orders.
Pulled pork dinner to be April 1
Bethel Lutheran Church will be hosting a fundraising pulled pork dinner on April 1 from 4-7 p.m. This is to benefit the Mikey Schuster Scholarship Fund. Tickets for adults are $10 and $4 for children. The menu includes pulled pork, baked beans, cheesy potatoes, cole slaw, buns, drink and desserts. There is also an alternate menu for children including hot dogs, tater tots and applesauce. Tickets go on sale on March 5.
Acupuncture happy hour
Improve your physical and mental well-being by joining Ohio Naturopathic Wellness Center’s monthly Thursday night acupuncture “happy hour” on March 23 at 6:30 p.m. Wind down from the work week and everyday hustle with a relaxing acupuncture session with Valentina Khoury Dubasik, ND, LOM. Call 330-729-1350 or go to OhioND.com to reserve your spot. The cost is $20. Seating is limited. The center’s address is 755 Boardman-Canfield Road, Suite D3, in Boardman (Southbridge West Complex).
Newcomers Club meeting to be March 22
A March luncheon is being planned by Newcomers of Mahoning Valley. They will be meeting on March 22 at Davidson’s Restaurant in Austintown at 11:30 a.m. for greeting and socializing. Someone from the Veteran’s Administration will be speaking about what they do to help the veterans of this country. The members will be donating toiletries and non-perishable food to be given and distributed to needy veterans by the VA. They will also be presenting the nomination of officers for 2017-18 to be voted on next month. Other activities planned for the membership is a birthday luncheon, needlework, book club, movie group and Roundtowners. They welcome anyone who is looking to learn more about the community and interested in forming new friendships. Anyone may join, especially if you’ve had a change in your life and would like to try something that can be stimulating and worthwhile. For information about the club and luncheon, call Amy at 330-953-3349 or Jorine at 330-757-7212.
It’s all about yarn
Bring in your crochet, knitting, plastic canvas or “anything with yarn” project and learn from one another at the Boardman library on March 17 at 11 a.m. Participants are encouraged to bring all yarn UFOs (unfinished objects).
Using Genealogy databases and websites
Ancestry.com is not the only resource of note. You will examine other essential tools and the Genealogy and Local History librarian will show you how to connect to these online resources from home in three easy steps at the Boardman library on March 28 at 6:30 p.m. Registration for all programs is required. Call 330-744-8636 and ask for the Information Services department, or simply go online and register via the library’s events calendar. This class is for teens and adults.
Using the ancestry database
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 at the Boardman library on March 23 at 6:30 p.m. This is perhaps the ultimate genealogy resource, offering access to all available U.S. census images and indexes, the American Genealogical Biographical Index, military records, international records and more. Registration for all programs is required. Call 330-744-8636 and ask for the Information Services department, or simply go online and register via the library’s events calendar. This class is for teens and adults.
‘I Read YA’ book club
This club is for adult fans of Young Adult literature from ages 18-118. Talk about why you like YA. Read and discuss at the Boardman library on March 20 at 6:30 p.m. This month they will be discussing “You in Five Acts” by Una LaMarche. This is for adults.
Pi Day Trail Run to be March 18
The Academy of the Arts students at the Mahoning County Career and Technical Center will host the first PI Day Trail Run Challenge on the school campus on March 18. Registration will begin at 9 a.m. and the race will kick off at 10 a.m. The cost is $25 if you register before and $30 the day of the race. T-Shirts are guaranteed to all participants pre-registered by March 4 and a free pie will be given to every runner that finishes. You can find all of the advance registration and information at http://www.runsignup.com.
Night Owl
An evening story time for children ages 3-5 at the Boardman library on March 21 and 28 at 7 p.m. Each child must be accompanied by an adult in this 30-minute program featuring finger plays, stories and a craft activity.
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.
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 & audiobooks, researching a topic, discovering new books & authors to read & 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 event is for teens and adults.