Wednesday Jan. 25th
Job Fair
Wednesday, 1 – 5 pm
Learn about part-time and seasonal employment opportunities at the MetroParks. Representatives from several departments will be available to answer your questions. Held in the Davis Center at Fellows Riverside Gardens.
Writing Workshop
Wednesday, 5:30 – 7:30 pm
Join Karen Schubert in writing about meaningful, everyday experiences while exploring various writing styles. All levels of experience are welcome; join in when you can. Bring a page or two of your writing to share. Call Fellows Riverside Gardens to register.
Fee: $10 per class
Library Events:
Storytime:Boardman Library
Age Group(s): Toddlers
Start Time: 10:00 AM
End Time: 10:30 AM
Description:Join us for developmentally appropriate books, songs, rhymes, finger plays and other activities that will help your child (ages 2-3) become a successful reader. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Storytime: Poland Library
Age Group(s): Babies
Start Time: 10:00 AM
End Time: 10:30 AM
Description:For babies 6-23 months. Join us for developmentally appropriate books, songs, rhymes, finger plays and other activities that will help your child become a successful reader. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Storytime: Austintown Library
Age Group(s): Toddlers
Start Time: 10:00 AM
End Time: 10:30 AM
Description:Join us for developmentally appropriate books, songs, rhymes, finger plays and other activities that will help your child (ages 2-3) become a successful reader. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Storytime: Canfield Library
Age Group(s): Toddlers
Start Time: 10:00 AM
End Time: 10:30 AM
Description:Join us for developmentally appropriate books, songs, rhymes, finger plays and other activities that will help your child (ages 2-3) become a successful reader. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Storytime: Austintown Library
Age Group(s): Preschoolers
Start Time: 11:00 AM
End Time: 11:30 AM
Description:Join us for developmentally appropriate books, songs, rhymes, finger plays and other activities that will help your child (ages 4-5) become a successful reader. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Computer Class: Boardman Library
Age Group(s): Adults
Start Time: 11:30 AM
End Time: 1:30 PM
Description:Every Citizen Online Computer Class #2. The class offers an introduction to the internet. Reservation required.
Computer Class: Boardman Library
Age Group(s): Adults
Start Time: 2:00 PM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Description:Every Citizen Online Computer Class #3. The class offers a tour of the internet and its uses. Reservation required.
Smart Money Program: Newport Library
Age Group(s): School Age Children
Start Time: 4:30 PM
End Time: 5:45 PM
Description:Become a financial 'smarty pants' in the new year. Play our Smart Money board game. Have fun and learn about financial literacy, too. For grades K-4.
Thursday Jan 26th
Yoga at Fellows Riverside Gardens
Thursdays, 9:30 – 11 am & 5:30 - 7 pm
A blend of energizing yoga styles will help you keep a healthy outlook in 2012. Students at all levels are welcome. Bring a mat and small blanket. Call Fellows Riverside Gardens for information.
Fee: $10 per class
Library Events:
Storytime:Austintown Library
Age Group(s): Babies
Start Time: 9:30 AM
End Time: 10:30 AM
Description:For little ones who are NOT walking independently. Twenty minutes of language enrichment including rhymes, songs and stories, followed by time to play and socialize. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Storytime:Main Library
Age Group(s): Preschoolers
Start Time: 10:00 AM
End Time: 11:00 AM
Description:Join us for developmentally appropriate books, songs, rhymes, finger plays and other activities that will help your child (ages 4-5) become a successful reader. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Storytime:Poland Library
Age Group(s): Toddlers
Start Time: 10:30 AM
End Time: 11:00 AM
Description: Join us for developmentally appropriate books, songs, rhymes, finger plays and other activities that will help your child (ages 2-3) become a successful reader. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Storytime:Austintown Library
Age Group(s): Babies
Start Time: 11:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Description:For little ones who are walking independently. Twenty minutes of language enrichment including rhymes, songs and stories, followed by time to play and socialize. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Storytime:Poland Library
Age Group(s): Preschoolers
Start Time: 1:00 PM
End Time: 1:30 PM
Description:Join us for developmentally appropriate books, songs, rhymes, finger plays and other activities that will help your child (ages 4-5) become a successful reader. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
OTHER: Boardman Library
Age Group(s): School Age Children
Start Time: 7:00 PM
End Time: 8:00 PM
Description:It could be messy ... it could be noisy ... but it will be fun! Join us for some experiments, learn some science, and have a good time! For school-age children.
Friday Jan 27th
Breakfast Botany: Holly Family
Friday, 8:30 – 10 am
Start your morning with a brisk garden walk in the frosty air. Return to the Garden Café to enjoy a light breakfast and learn about the diversity of the holly plant family. Call Fellows Riverside Gardens to register.
Fee: $7 R, $9 NR
January 27 - March 18
Wild Land: Thomas Cole and the Birth of American Landscape Painting
Weller Gallery Located in Fellows Riverside Gardens
Thomas Cole painted a new vision of the American wilderness promoting the concept of valuing and preserving the environment and living in balance with nature.
Library Events:
Storytime:Newport Library
Age Group(s): Toddlers
Start Time: 10:30 AM
End Time: 11:00 AM
Description:Join us for developmentally appropriate books, songs, rhymes, finger plays and other activities that will help your child (ages 2-3) become a successful reader. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Computer Class: Boardman Library
Age Group(s): Adults
Start Time: 12:30 PM
End Time: 2:30 PM
Description:Every Citizen Online Computer Class #2. The class offers an introduction to the internet. Reservation required.
Computer Class:Boardman Library
Age Group(s): Adults
Start Time: 3:00 PM
End Time: 5:00 PM
Description:Every Citizen Online Computer Class #3. The class offers a tour of the internet and its uses. Reservation required.
Saturday Jan 28th
Landscape Watercolor Series
Saturday, 9 am – Noon
Local artist Chris Leeper is teaching a series of watercolor classes emphasizing special elements in a landscape. This month, learn techniques for painting trees and flora. Call Fellows Riverside Gardens to register and receive a supply list.
Fee: $32 ($25 FFRG members)
MetroMutts: Pet First Aid
Saturday, 10 am – 2 pm
Your dog or cat is an important part of your life. Keep them healthy and safe by learning how to recognize, respond to, and prevent life-threatening conditions. Please leave your pet at home while you attend this comprehensive workshop. You will receive pet first aid certification and a manual. Bring a bag lunch if you wish. Registration and payment needed by January 25. Held at Birch Hill Cabin.
Cost: MetroMutts members, $35, not-yet-members, $45. Extra manual, $20
Sunday January 29
Happy Birthday William McKinley
Sunday, 2 pm
Did you know that our 25th president, a native of Niles, was also an investor in the Bears Den quarry? After viewing some historic photographs, we’ll hike to the site and explore. Meet at Ford Nature Center. Moderate difficulty, 3 miles.
Tuesday Jan 31st:
Yoga at Fellows Riverside Gardens
Tuesdays, 9:30 – 11 am & 5:30 – 7 pm
A blend of energizing yoga styles will help you keep a healthy outlook in 2012. Students at all levels are welcome. Bring a mat and small blanket. Call Fellows Riverside Gardens for information.
Fee: $10 per class
Library Events:
Storytime:Boardman Library
Age Group(s): Preschoolers
Start Time: 10:00 AM
End Time: 10:30 AM
Description: Join us for developmentally appropriate books, songs, rhymes, finger plays and other activities that will help your child (ages 4-5) become a successful reader. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Storytime: Canfield Library
Age Group(s): Preschoolers
Start Time: 1:30 PM
End Time: 2:10 PM
Description:Join us for developmentally appropriate books, songs, rhymes, finger plays and other activities that will help your child (ages 4-5) become a successful reader. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Lego Fun:Poland Library
Age Group(s): School Age Children
Start Time: 6:00 PM
End Time: 7:00 PM
Description:Kids, age 6 and up, will meet to enjoy creating Lego designs. Legos will be provided. 6-7 p.m.
