Friday, October 20, 2017
Join the Sign Language club
The purpose of the Public Library of Mahoning County’s American Sign Language club is to teach attendees of any age about ASL. Join the Poland library on Nov. 15 at 6 p.m. to practice and learn the various aspects of the language and culture of the Deaf/Hard of Hearing. The goal is to bring awareness of and instill the love of ASL. Everyone is welcome, regardless of experience and refreshments will be provided.
Nutcracker sweets party at the library
Get the holidays crackin’ by attending the Nutcracker Sweets Party at the Poland library on Nov. 30 at 6:30 p.m. Featuring activities and games inspired by the classic story, the music of Tchaikovsky and, of course, a candy bar, this program will surely satisfy your sweet tooth and is for children of all ages.
Bond with babies, books and signs
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 Poland library on Nov. 29 at 10 a.m. Learn easy corresponding signs to learn and share with your little ones.
Learn to spot internet romance scams
If that special someone you connect with online seems too good to be true or if your family member or friend is considering sending money to a “soul mate” that they met on the Internet, join the Poland library on Nov. 29 at 11 a.m. as they welcome the Sisterhood Hunters, a nonprofit organization dedicated to ending internet romance scams by scouring the internet to expose scammers. Gain valuable information on how these individuals steal millions of dollars a year from unsuspecting victims and how the Sisterhood works to shut them down. This program is for adults only.
Superhero and Princess fundraiser at the library
A Disney Princess and Super Hero Breakfast fundraiser will take place at the Poland library at 10 a.m. on Nov. 11. Each child attending the breakfast can dress as their favorite Disney Princess or Super Hero, they will receive a free ticket to the Disney on Ice Show “Dream Big.” Children are asked to donate one gently used children’s book for the Friends of the Library Bookstore. The cost for the breakfast is $15 per child and proceeds benefit the Children’s Reading Programs at the library. Children and their parents can come in costume. Reservations are required and limited to the first 100 children. You can make reservations by calling the Development Office at 330-740-6086.
Poland Lions sponsors “Blanket of Kindess” drive
The Poland Lions Club is collecting new and gently used washable blankets and comforters in all sizes for children and families in need. Donations are accepted Nov. 1-31. Drop off sites are Poland Methodist Church, Poland Home Savings and Loan, LA France Cleaners, Farmers National Bank, Wittenaures Cafe and First National Bank on Boardman Poland Road. Monetary donations can be mailed to: The Poland Lions Blanket Drive, PO Box 5424 Poland, OH 44514.
Local seniors group to meet
The Holy Family Seniors Group will not meet on its regular day in October. The October meeting has been rescheduled for Oct. 23. The meeting will be at 11:30 a.m. in Holy Family Parish Hall, located at 2729 Center Road in Poland. Hostesses for the Halloween themed meeting will be Rina Carano, Fran Furan, Kay D’Apolito and Ida Miller. Lunch will be served at noon, followed by Bingo and card games. Questions should be directed to Ruth Burns, President, at 330-757-1334 or to Laurie Fox, Secretary/Treasurer, at 330-536-8850.
Local newcomers group to meet
The Newcomers of Mahoning Valley will meet on Oct. 25 at Caf Augustine in the Newport library at, located at 3730 Market Street. There will be a select menu and hostesses are Pat Marshall and Jean Callahan. The program will be a talk by Traci Manning of the Ohio Historical Society. She will speak on clothing styles in the past of Mahoning County. The social gathering is at 11:30 a.m. with lunch at noon. For more information about the organization or reservations, call Jorine at 330-757-7212 or Barbara at 330-758-3934.
Yoga at the library
Friends of PLYMC is sponsoring a Yoga Class every Wednesday at the Poland library in the meeting room from 5-6 p.m. Pay as you attend, and it is $10 a session. For more information, call 330-740-6086.
Fundraise and shop with softball booster bus trip
The Canfield High School Softball Boosters are hosting their third annual New York City Holiday Shopping and Tourist Site Blitz Dec. 15-17. Spend the day as you wish or join the group at the scheduled bus drop-off and pick-up points (approximate 2.5 hour intervals), including Rockefeller Center, Battery Park (9/11 Memorial), Union Square, Garment District and Times Square. The cost is $139 per person if paid in full by Oct. 21, $134 per person for repeat travelers and $149 per person without a discount. All payments are due by Nov. 15 and no refunds will be issued after this date. All minors must be accompanied by an adult. This is a round-trip from Canfield High School to New York City. For more information and reservations, contact Treasurer John Gomez at 330-402-4784 or jgome@aol.com.
Shoe donation aims to help hurricane victims
Doctors Lawrence Karlock, Catherine Karlock, John Flauto, Joseph Arters and Darleen Abadco, and the staff at Austintown Podiatry Associates are looking to help the victims of hurricanes Harvey and Irma. They are collecting shoes to donate to the victims who have lost their footwear. If you would like to participate, donate shoes at one of the three offices: 1300 South Canfield-Niles Road, Suite 1, in Austintown; 7010 South Ave., Suite 3, in Boardman or 3802 Elm Road in Warren.
Make a folded-book pumpkin
Meet at the Poland library on Oct. 21 at 10 a.m. for a fun introduction to recycled book projects. Transform a book into a pumpkin to take home. All materials will be provided. This event is for adults and teens.
Snack-N-Sign at the library
Students in grades five through eight: go to the Poland library on Oct. 27 at 3:30 p.m. to learn sign language and learn about Deaf culture through fun, interactive games and activities. A snack will be provided. This program is for fifth- through eight-graders only.
Quarter auction presented to benefit local charities
The GFWC/Ohio Boardman Poland Junior Women’s League is hosting its second Quarter Auction on Oct. 21 at Saint Nicholas Social Hall, located at 764 Fifth Street in Struthers. The doors open at 5:30 p.m. and bidding starts at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $10 each and the proceeds will benefit local charities. Chips, popcorn, water and soda will be available for purchase. Bring your quarters, friends and have some fun. For questions or tickets, call RoseAnn Winner or Tina Bellino at 330-314-4858, Quarter Auction Chairwomen. Tickets are also available from league members.
Read to Roxie
Relax and read to Roxie, a registered therapy dog with Therapy Dogs International, on Oct. 24 at 6 p.m. Each child will be given a 15-minute reading session while spots remain. Call 330-744-8636 and ask for the Poland library to register. This event is for those in grades 1-4.
Trim a tree for October
Decorate an ornament for our all-seasons tree during the month of October. This event is offered during regular Poland library hours in October.
Listen and craft
Listen to a story at the Poland library on Oct. 23 at 6 p.m. and then create something special. For October, listen to a Halloween story and make a Halloween craft. This event is for children of all ages.
Take your tot to Tales and Talk
Go to the Poland library’s Baby Brilliant program every Thursday in October at 10:30 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.
Get a look into hoarding disorder
Molly Suehr and Rachel Cline, trained under the direction of Cory Chalmers, host of A&E’s “Hoarders” television show, will help us to understand hoarding disorder. The presentation will provide a definition, an idea of the prevalence of hoarders, the varying levels of hoarding and the differing hording types. What type of person hoards? You may be surprised. Go to the meeting at the Poland library on Oct. 23 at 10 a.m.
Solve an enchanted murder mystery at the library
This mystery event at the Poland library on Oct. 26 at 6 p.m. will be performed for teens, by teens. Murder in the Library: Once Upon a Murder - Once upon a time, there was a faraway land called the Enchanted Realm, whose people got along harmoniously for many centuries...until Queen Black gained control. It was not long before happy endings turned into nightmares. Queen Black has invited all of the territories to the Dark Castle to sign a peace treaty and she may have evil intentions. Nonetheless, you must solve the murder before the killer strikes again. Listen carefully to the suspects, study the crime scene and watch for any unusual circumstances. Only the sleuth with the most correct answers will win the prize. Light refreshments will be served. This event is for teens only. Registration is required; call 330-744-8636 or visit www.libraryvisit.org. Teens are encouraged to dress as their favorite fairy tale character. This event is for teens only.
Historical society to have bus trip Nov 15
The Society has announced plans for a fundraiser bus trip to Cambridge, Ohio to visit Charles Dickens Village on Nov. 15. The bus departs from Poland Methodist Church, located at 1940 Boardman-Poland Road (State Route 224) at 8:30 a.m. and arrives in Cambridge at 11 a.m. The day’s schedule includes a guided tour of the Dickens Historical Village mannequins; Kennedy’s Bakery; Guernsey County Historical Society; lunch on your own at Theo’s, a home-cooking style restaurant; downtown shopping in unique shops; Cambridge Glass Museum and Dickens Courthouse Light Show. The bus departs for home at 6 p.m. The cost is $85 per person and includes bus and all admissions, lunch not included. Proceeds will benefit the efforts of the Poland Historical Society in preserving the history of Poland. Reservations can be made by sending your name, address, phone number and email address, along with check made payable to Poland Historical Society, and mail to the Historical Society, PO Box 5052, Poland, OH 44514 before Oct. 13. Questions should be directed to Larry Bartos at 330-757-4223.
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.
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 at the Oxford House, located at 30 Benton Road in Salem. This location is handicapped accessible. On Thursdays, a meeting will take place 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. At 7:30 p.m. on Thursdays, a meeting will take place at New Life Lutheran Church, located at 1181 Churchill-Hubbard Road in Youngstown. This location is also 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.