Salem June school board meetings changed

The Salem Board of Education meetings set for Monday, June 29, have been changed to Monday, June 15.

Winona Friends rummage and bake sale

Winona Friends Church, 4687 Whinnery Road, Salem, will hold a rummage and bake sale from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 18 and 19 and 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. June 20. It will be fill a bag for $5.

Springfield Township Historical Society ‘Afternoon at the Museum’

The Springfield Township Historical Society Museum will host its second speaker of the “Afternoon at the Museum” speaker series of 2026 on Sunday, June 7. Paul Rohrbaugh will talk about President William McKinley, the 25th U.S. president who was born in Niles, grew up in Poland, and made his home in Canton. Rohrbaugh is a retired librarian from Youngstown State University’s Beeghly College of Education turned author. His first book was “Favorite Son: The Life and Times of President William McKinley.” The STHS museum opens at 1:30 p.m., program starts at 2 p.m. This program is free and open to everyone. The museum is at 14188 Youngstown-Pittsburgh Road (state Route 170) Petersburg. For info visit the historical society on Facebook or contact springfieldtwphistory@gmail.com.

Choose to Lose Group

Choose To Lose Group met at Boyce Church on May 26 with leader Penny Perorazio presiding. The meeting opened up with the pledge of allegiance followed by the CTLG roll call.

Pam Fouse gave the secretary’s report and Cassie Stephens gave the treasurer’s report. Both were approved as read.

Fouse was the CTLG biggest loser. She was also the monthly biggest loser. Pat Heacock was the runner-up.

Stephens had three weeks weight loss.

Tassy Everett had ten pounds off.

Wanda Price had ten weight loss slips.

Perorazio won the food journals, Fouse won the dimes, Pat Heacock won Share The Blessing.

The no no’s are salty snacks and cookies.

Winners of the No Fibbing Contest are Everett, Heacock, JoAnn Beresford, Price, and Fouse.

Margo Arnold, Jackie Wilson, Carolyn Hager, Heacock, Beresford, Price, Stephens and Fouse got to Put A Pig In The Pen.

Hager read an article on Eating For Brain Power.

Perorazio closed the meeting with prayer requests followed by the Lord’s prayer.

New and former members are always welcome. For information call 330-383-8217.

Learn the Art of Flower Pressing with a DIY Microwave Flower Press Workshop

CANFIELD — Discover a creative and practical way to preserve flowers and natural materials during the upcoming “Microwave Flower Press” workshop hosted by Ohio State University Extension Mahoning County on Tuesday, June 10 at 6:30 p.m. at the Mahoning County Extension Office.

Led by Peg Zeleznik, participants will assemble their own microwave flower press while learning techniques for drying flowers and natural materials for future crafting projects. Attendees will also have the opportunity to decorate the top tile of their press, creating a personalized tool they can continue using at home.

This hands-on workshop is perfect for gardeners, crafters, nature lovers, and anyone interested in preserving the beauty of flowers in a simple and efficient way. Participants will leave with their completed flower press and the knowledge needed to begin drying and preserving blooms for cards, bookmarks, framed art, journals, and more.

The cost is $25 per participant.

The workshop will take place at the Mahoning County Extension Office, located at 490 S. Broad St., Canfield.

For information or to register call 330-533-5538.

Ohio State University Extension Mahoning County offers “Build Your Bones” Educational Series

CANFIELD — Ohio State University Extension Mahoning County is inviting community members to participate in “Build Your Bones,” a four-week educational series focused on improving and maintaining bone health.

Offered in collaboration with University of Florida, this educational program will provide practical information on protecting bone health through nutrition, movement, and prevention strategies. Participants will gain valuable tools to support lifelong wellness and reduce the risk of osteoporosis and fractures.

Topics throughout the series include:

Osteoporosis and diagnostic testing

Healthy eating strategies and nutrients that support strong bones

Medications that promote bone health

Fall prevention and safe physical activity to improve strength and balance

A special guest presentation will be provided by Andrea Nikolai, Registered Dietitian and Family & Consumer Sciences Extension Agent, who will discuss the nutrients essential for bone health and the important role nutrition plays in building and maintaining strong bones.

The series will be held on Mondays, June 29, July 6, July 20, and July 27 from 10 a.m. to noon at the Ohio State University Extension Mahoning County, 490 S. Broad St., Canfield.

The cost to attend is $20 for all four sessions.

Registration is now open at: go.osu.edu/buildyourbones

For information, contact Ohio State University Extension Mahoning County at 330-533-5538.