COMMUNITY EVENTS
UPDATED 07/21/2008

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The Lake Milton Beach Party is Saturday, August 2nd, at the new Lake Milton Amphitheater.  Music with "Rudy and the Professionals", a waterfront barbecue & more!  Tickets available at the Lake Milton State Park office, the Lake Milton Pharmacy and Awake by the Lake.  More info available at www.lakemiltoninfo.com

 

The 10th Annual Lifetime Television  Golf Scramble at Tam O'Shanter in Hermitage is Wednesday, August 6th.  9a shotgun / $75 per player.  This is a scramble with 2men/2women teams and it's always a good time!  Proceeds benefit breast cancer patients through the American Cancer Society.  Still time to get your team registered.  Call Tam O'Shanter at 724-981-3552

 

The Matt Mishler Memorial 4-person Golf Scramble is Saturday, August 16th, at Ravenswood Golf Course in Ravenna.  Shotgun at 10a (registration begins at 8:30).  $70 per person includes dinner, prizes and silent auction hosted by Y-103's Lynn Davis (who always shows up in time for dinner!).  This is a fun event that pays tribute to Matt who died in a car crash on Father's Day.   He was 18 when he died. . The driver of the other vehicle was DUI.   For more info and to enter your 4-person team  contact Scott or Lori Mishler at 330-274-0485 or e-mail mishgolf2003@yahoo.com

 

The Sahara Club II is holding a one day Indoor  Flea Market on Sat. July26th, 2008  at 2345 Youngstown Rd. (rte.422) in Warren, Ohio.  This is in the same building as Nappa Auto Parts.  The cost per table is $10.00.  The hours are 9:00 AM - 4:00PM. If this works out well we will do it weekly.  The Sahara Club II is a non profit org.

 

 

Caddy For A Cure is coming to Akron at the Bridgestone Invitational July 29^th, and 30^th. Have the chance to caddy for a day for one of the world’s greatest players on the PGA TOUR at the exclusive and world famous Firestone Country Club. Stars Sergio Garcia, Paul Casey, KJ Choi, and Colin Montogomerie are all participating. 100% of all proceeds go to charity including The Wounded Warrior Project and the Fanconi Anemia Research Fund along with many Northern Ohio Charities. Call 954-341-4600 or visit the website at www.caddyforacure.com  

 

 

A new photographic exhibit The Boys and Girls of Summer is now open at the Arms Family Museum of Local History, 648 Wick Avenue in Youngstown .  The exhibit features images of local baseball teams from throughout the 20^th Century.  From the Rayen High School team of 1901 (image attached) to the General Electric Softball team of 1976, the exhibit shows some of the teams and players that have brought our national pastime to life in the Mahoning Valley .  

The Arms Family Museum is open Tuesday through Sunday from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m.   Admission is $4 for adults; $3 for senior citizens and college students; and $2 for children.  We encourage large groups (over ten people) to schedule tours in advance.  For more information visit www.mahoninghistory.org or call (330) 743-2589.

 

 

Join us for a Hawaiian Luau during Bessemer Community Days’ 2 day event. The Luau buffet dinner runs from 6-9pm on Friday, July 25. Tickets are needed before the day of the luau.  Grand Prize during the event is $2000 to be used by the winner towards vacation(s) to destination(s) of their choice. Tickets are available now for only $5.  On Saturday, July 26, the parade begins at 11am.   Events include: Car Cruise & Show, food vendors, crafters, kids’ craft tables, giant inflated slide, FD Campbell Library book sale, Ducky Derby, 50/50 raffle, Chinese Auction, community bingo and dunking booth.   For more information contact MaryAnn at 724-667-7061 or Cindy at 724-667-0990  We’re located on PA Rt 317 just near the PA-OH line. Events will take place at the downtown square @ the Fire Hall (5 N. Main St.) Mapquest us for directions.

 

 

 

The Humane Society of Mercer County is holding a Poker Run on July 27, 2008. Sign up at the Clark House, 3590 Valley View Road, Clark, PA from 11AM to 1 PM.  Registration is $15 Driver/Rider and $10 Passenger(s), includes roasted chicken & pork dinner with fixins! LIVE Music from 5 – 9 by STONED SOBER.  Cash prizes - 50/50 Raffle - Chinese Auction - Pull Tabs.  All vehicles welcome!  More information 

members.petfinder.com/~PA587/index.html and www.paclarkhouse.com

 

 

 

St. Christine Fifth Annual Motorycyle Bingo Run is Sunday, July 27th.  This run takes you to Geneva on the Lake and will benefit Boy Scout Troop #22.  Bike Registration begins at 8:30a in the lower lot behind the pre-school.   Blessing of the bikes at 11a and first out by 11:15.  To pre-register go to www.stchristine.org/currentevents.htm.   Ride as a group to Geneva and return approx. 4:30 to St. Christine's for music, food (beverages too!) and fun.  Family oriented event.   50/50.   Contact Joe at 330-797-0291 or Dave at 330-792-0774 with questions.

 

 

The Brad P. Holmes Memorial Golf Outing is set for Saturday, August 2nd,  at Pine Grove Golf Course in Grove City.    Hole Sponsorships are available for $100 and various levels of advertising ranging from $25-$75 are available for the tournament booklet.   Brad, a 21yr old volunteer firefighter with the Pine Township Engine Company Station 85, lost his life after  a rescue attempt during a Grove City fire on Feb 29th, 2008.   More information is also available by e-mailing Charles Gibbs:  gibby24@verizon.net or calling 724-977-4182

 

Boy Scout Troop 99 of Newbury, Oh is holding a Reunion Celebration and Cookout on August 2nd, at George Park in Newbury Township.   Anyone who has  ever been involved with  Troop 99 can contact Greg Dolence for more information at 440-564-746.  Newbury Township is in Geauga County approx. 15 miles South of Chardon.

 

Plan to attend a Benefit Spaghetti Dinner on Sunday, August 3rd, from 12n-4p at the Youngstown Maennechor (831 Mahoning ave in Youngstown).  Proceeds will go to motorcycle accident victim Susie Reader who was severely injured in an accident while riding the bike with her boyfriend who lost his life in that crash.  The accident happened at Myrtle Beach bike week and the driver of the car involved was reportedly DUI.  Susan's injured have required 7 surgeries to date and she is a single mom.  Donation is $8 adults, $5 kids (10 & under).  A benefit golf outing is also scheduled fore August 16th at Tam O'Shanter in Hermitage.  For more info call 330-207-5616 or 724-981-3552

 

  A Benefit Poker Run for Special Olympics programs and athletes of Lawrence County takes place on Saturday, August 9th.   There will be food and 85 mile ride, music, raffles and a Chinese auctions. Music is supplied by Sweaty Betty Blues band and they play for usually two hours after the ride.  For more info call Rev. Mike at (330) 550 – 4053  Sponsored by Messiah’s Disciples Motorcycle Ministry

 

 

The 6th Annual Downtown Sharon Car Cruise is Saturday, August 9th, from 10a-5p.  Registration is $10 and the first 300 cars receive a free dash plaque.  The event is sponsored by the Great Sharon Associates and more info is available by calling Angela Palumbo at 724-342-9257

 

Lordstown Lions Club is hosting a Poker Run on Saturday, August 9th.  It's called the "Ride for Sight" and it's leaving from the Lordstown Dairy Queen.  Register from 10-11:30 & bikes out from 11-12.  $15 donation for drive / $10 passengers.  There will be get together after the event and location is to be determined.  For more info call Bill Fogle at 330-395-8415 or email www.lordstownlionsclub@yahoo.com  

 

Silver Jubilee Organ Concert on August 15 at 7 p.m. is a celebration of the 25th anniversary of the installation and dedication of the Austin Pipe Organ purchased in 1983 by The Calvary Baptist Church, corner of Shields and Tippecanoe in Boardman. Thomas Pavlechko, a Dana School of Music graduate, is the guest organist. The concert will feature compositions by Bach, Mozart, Strauss, and Widor who have composed works specifically for the pipe organ. In addition, organ selections arranged specifically for this concert will be performed by Mr. Pavlechko accompanied by the 45-member Canfield Community Concert Band. The concert is open to the public. Nursery care is available by reservation with the church office at 330-792-7873.

 

 

On Angels' Wings is a non-profit therapeutic horseback riding organization that operates exclusively on donations.   Join us on August 16, 2008 for Scenic Trail Rides through Beaver Creek State Park. Registration is 8:00am through 2:00pm at The Horseman’s Camp at 12816 Sprucevale Road.  First ride leaves out at 10:00am and additional rides to leave out at noon and 2:00pm. Weather permitting with the help of the full moon, we will also have a night ride.  Don’t get left out if you don’t have a horse, call us anyway.  Tim Weaver of 4 Duses Ranch and Trail Rides has donated his services to help one and all enjoy our day of fun and activities. $25.00 donation per rider or just join us for a simple cowboy dinner around 4:00pm for a donation of $10.00 per person.  For more information or to register contact:  Tina Metzgar at 330-853-0868 or Lorie Shaffer at330-502-9560.  Proceeds go to On Angels' Wing.  On Angels' Wings is located at 710 St Rt 170, East Palestine OH  44413    Office/Barn 330-426-2558

 

The Alliance Community Hospital Foundation is pleased to announce availability of online registration for our “Steppin’ Out for Hospice” Twilight 5K Fun Run/Walk and One-Mile Children’s Fun Run, which will be held on Saturday, August 23^rd.   T^{he one-mile event (for children 14 and under) kicks off at 7 p.m., with the 5K beginning at 7:45 p.m. Application forms are available at the hospital, at local Second Sole locations and now, for the ease and convenience of participants, online registration is also available at www.achosp.org.}

 

The American Cancer Society's Best Program offers NO COST MAMMOGRAMS to income eligible women ages 40-64. These free mammograms are intended to provide women who don't have any medical insurance and who are underinsured with a potentially life saving health benefit.  Ladies!..Please get those mammograms!!!  We love you!  To find out more contact the ACS toll free at 1-888-227-6446, Option 2

 

Glenn Christian Church is looking for sponsors for the annual car and bike show at the Trumbull County Fairgrounds during the Labor Day weekend. It is a 3 day event and is free to the public.  It is NOT a fund raiser for the Church, and features free food, rides, fireworks and MUCH more.  For more info check www.oxroastcarshow.com  If interested in sponsoring please contact Marcy Chizmar at (330) 847-0613

 

 

On Angels' Wings  has rescheduled the Charity Poker Run  for Sunday, September 7th.  Registration starts at 10a at Harley Davidson Biketown (5700 Interstate Blvd, Biketown, Oh opposite the Quaker Steak & Lube).  First bike out at noon.  Last stop is the On Angels' Wings facility at 710 St.Rt. 170 in East Palestine.  Ride is sponsored by Harley Davidson Biketown and Youngstown HOG and will include a rib dinner, DJ, activities and plenty of fun!  For more info contact Bob Bodnar at 330-507-1450.  On Angels' Wings is a non-profit group that offers therapeutic horseback riding services to people of any age and ability.  For more info contact On Angels' Wings at 330-426-2558

 

 

The Alzheimer’s Association is gearing up for another successful Memory Walk season.   Each fall, over 1,500 people join us in the fight to end Alzheimer’s disease by participating in Memory Walk.   The Alzheimer's Association is asking members of the community to get involved in the fight against Alzheimer’s disease by signing up to have a team, donating a raffle prize or by becoming a corporate sponsor. Dates/Times of Walks: Canfield/Boardman area - Saturday, September 6 at McMahon Hall/Mill Creek Metroparks / Warren – Saturday, September 27 at Perkins Park in Warren. Both walks will start at 9am and end around noon. Please contact Allyson Clark, Community Development Coordinator at 330.522.3300 or by email at Allyson.Clark@alz.org for more information.

 

Poland United Methodist Church (1940 Boardman Poland Rd/rt 224) is featuring their "Homemade Dinners to Go" on the first Thursday of each month from 4-6 (until sold out).  Baked stuffed chic ken breast with mashed potatoes and green beans for just $6.  No need to pre-order.  Just drive to the front of the church and they'll hand you your dinners.  Future Dates August 7th, Sept. 4th & Oct 2nd.

 

CC's Pizza in Boardman is hosting a fundraiser for the Struthers Little Wildcats football players and cheerleaders.   Families can enjoy a great dinner and help out our organization at the same time. All they need to do is remember to deposit their receipt into the designated box at the register so they can be included in our totals for the night. Our  fundraiser nights will be the first Saturday of the month, from 4-8p, until November. Those dates are August 2, September 6, October 4, and November 1. This is a great chance to help out our little guys while doing something that is totally fun. Also, there are no additional charges for this, just the regular meal price.

 

 

Howland Community Church and the Heritage Quilter's will be holding their
30th Annual Quilt Show on Friday, October 10 and Saturday, October 11 from
10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.   Every year the women of Howland Community Church bring together vendors and  quilters from all over Ohio and Pennsylvania to display some of the finest  quilts available.  The people that attend the show not only view some of the  most beautiful quilts but they also get to participate in judging of the
quilts.  There will be a Vendor's Mall, Technique and Product Demonstrations and Food served in the Country Kitchen.  There will be raffles including the "Lime
Star Log Cabin" Quilt made by the Heritage Quilters and custom quilted by
Dottie Bettiker.  Any additional information may be obtained by contacting the church office  at 330-856-3628 or me at 330-219-3511 or pattydigi@gmail.com.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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