Bridal Fair--A Garden Wedding
July 13, Sunday, Noon - 4 p.m.
Experience the Gardens and the Davis Center decorated for a most important day--your wedding! Meet area bridal vendors and discover ideas for your ceremony and reception. Register for door prizes and be a guest at the 3 p.m. Wedding Fashion Show at Fellows Riverside Gardens.

Farm Jubilee
July 19, Saturday, 3 - 6 p.m.
Bring your family and spend a lazy summer afternoon at the MetroParks Farm. Play farm bingo and other games for the young and young at heart, sample homemade ice cream, and take a wagon ride.

Garden Party--Fabulous at 50!
July 25, Friday, 6 p.m.
Elizabeth Fellows shared her dream, "the beauty spot for all to enjoy" by leaving a gift 50 years ago that has grown into a beloved garden. Celebrate the Golden Anniversary with the Friends of Fellows Riverside Gardens at this annual fundraiser. Enjoy delicious food, delectable wines, and music in the surroundings of the Gardens. Call Fellows Riverside Gardens for reservations.
Fee: $75

Sunfest
July 27, Sunday, Wick Recreation Area
9 a.m. - Noon Test your golf skills in the Closest to the Pin golf challenge at the Par 3 Golf Course. Nine chances to win a prize. Fee: $5
11 a.m. Walk Around Wick See "Hike for the Health of It!" description.
1 - 4 p.m. Sand Sculpture Competition Sculpt a one-ton pile of sand into a work of art. Special age category for children. Cash prizes: 1st place/$100, 2nd place/$75, 3rd place/$50. Reserve your sand canvas by calling 330-740-7107. Fee: $5
5:30 p.m. 7UP Summerfest Spectacular Relax and enjoy the evening with the sounds of That '60s Band ('60s & '70s rock) and Redline (high energy R&B) at 7 p.m.

7UP Summerfest Spectacular
Judge Morley Pavilion, Lawn seating, Free performances

July 2, Wednesday, 7 p.m.
Del Sinchak/Jack Vasko with special guest Joe Fedorchak (Polka)

July 9, Wednesday, 7 p.m.
Savoy (Horn-driven R&B)

July 16, Wednesday, 7 p.m.
Mountain Therapy (Bluegrass)

July 23, Wednesday, 7 p.m.
The Fuzz featuring Mike Baranski, Daniel Pecchio and John Sferra (Blues-based rock)

July 27, Sunday, begins at 5:30 p.m.
That '60s Band ('60s & '70s Rock) 5:30 p.m.
Redline (High energy R&B) 7 p.m.

July 30, Wednesday, 7 p.m.
Laredo (Country)

Yellow Creek Park Concert
July 8, Tuesday, 7 p.m.
John Ruman will play a variety of music for this evening's entertainment. Lawn seating.

INTERPRETIVE HIKES Hikes are generally slow-paced. Group will stop to enjoy information about the hike's topic.

Idora Walk
July 6, Sunday, 2 p.m.
Mill Creek and Idora Parks have always been intertwined. You can share your memories as we walk around the perimeter of the former amusement park. Meet at Lanterman's Mill overflow parking lot. Easy rating, 1 mile.

Explore Beaver Township Nature Preserve
July 26, Saturday, 2 p.m.
Join us on this exploration of the Nature Preserve trails. We'll take a close look at the flora and fauna of the area. Meet at the pavilion in the preserve located on State Route 165. For directions, call Ford Nature Center. Easy rating, 1.5 miles.

Walk Around Wick
July 27, Sunday, 11 a.m.
Before the crowds arrive for SunFest, a MetroParks special event, we'll explore the Wick Recreation Area. Meet at the kiosk near Par 3 Golf Course. Easy rating, 1 mile.

RECREATIONAL HIKES Hikes are generally fast-paced. The focus is exercise in the outdoors.

Health & Wellness Walks
July 2, 8, 16, 22
Tuesdays at 6 p.m. & Wednesdays at 9 a.m.
Join us for the health of it and experience the many benefits of walking.
July 2--Meet at Ford Nature Center. Moderate difficulty, 4 miles.
July 8--Meet at the Golf Course overflow parking lot on West Golf Drive. Easy rating, 1 or 3 miles.
July 16--Meet at MetroParks Bikeway Trailhead at MetroParks Farm. Easy rating, 2 or 4 miles.
July 22--Meet at MetroParks Bikeway Trailhead at Kirk Road. Easy rating, 2 or 4 miles.

Staying Cool
July 12, Saturday, 2 p.m.
We'll move briskly but stay cool under shady hemlocks as we hike Cascade Ravine and the shores of Lake Cohasset, cross Mill Creek on the stepping stones, and visit the Scholl Spray Pool. Meet at Scholl Pavilion. Difficult rating due to water crossing, steps, and fast pace, 3 miles.

Children's Yoga at Fellows Riverside Gardens
July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
Wednesdays, 11 a.m. - Noon
Heidi Suraci will teach children ages 6 and up yoga postures to improve balance and coordination. This playful class will end with a relaxation session and a story to encourage creativity. Bring a mat, small blanket and bottled water. Call Fellows Riverside Gardens for information.
Fee: $48 for 5 classes

Teen Yoga at Fellows Riverside Gardens
July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
Wednesdays, 5 - 6 p.m.
Teens will develop positive self-esteem while building strength and flexibility with instructor Heidi Suraci. Bring a mat, small blanket, and bottled water. Call Fellows Riverside Gardens for information.
Fee: $48 for 5 classes

Tales for Twos: Fish Wish
July 3, Thursday, 10, 10:45 or 11:30 a.m.
Come join us--under the sea! Two-year-olds and their adult companions will explore ocean life through story, craft, song, and role-playing activities. There will even be a chance to go "fishing!" Call Ford Nature Center to register.

Beginner Tennis
July 7 & 9
Monday & Wednesday, 9 - 11 a.m.
Children ages 6 - 12 will learn the fundamentals of tennis from high school tennis coach Joanne Gardner. Call 330-740-7106 to register for this free course. Held at Yellow Creek Park.

Preschool Nature Hour: Butterfly Magic
July 11 or 12
Friday, 10 a.m. or 12:30 p.m. or Saturday, 10 a.m.
Preschoolers 3 - 5 years old and their parents will enjoy activities focused on these delicate and colorful creatures with a magical life cycle. Pre-register at Ford Nature Center.
Fee: $2 R, $3 NR

Ticklish Garden
July 11 or 12
Friday, 11 a.m. - Noon or 1 - 2 p.m. or Saturday, 11 a.m. - Noon
Some plants are ticklish just like children. Preschoolers ages 3 - 5 with their adult companions will look for plants in the Family Garden that protect themselves in unusual ways. Each child will receive a mimosa plant to take home. Call Fellows Riverside Gardens to register.
Fee: $5 R, $7 NR

Quirky or Clever Plants
July 12, Saturday, 1:30 - 2:30 p.m.
Children ages 6 and up with their adult companions will discover plants in the Family Garden that have quirky or clever ways of surviving. Each child will receive a mimosa plant to take home. Call Fellows Riverside Gardens for information.
Fee: $5 R, $7 NR

Botanical Pottery: Cactus Planter
July 9, Wednesday, 5:30 - 8 p.m.
Lynn Cardwell will help students construct a shallow terracotta planter suitable for cactus and succulents. The pottery will be glazed, fired, and ready for pickup approximately three weeks after the class. Call Fellows Riverside Gardens to register.
Fee: $32 ($25 FFRG members)

Breakfast Botany: Beech
July 18, Friday, 8:30 - 10 a.m.
Start your morning with a brisk walk through the Gardens. Return to the Garden Cafe to enjoy a light breakfast and learn about the importance of beeches in the 50-year history of Fellows Riverside Gardens. Call FRG to register.
Fee: $6 R, $8 NR

Guided Tour of Fellows Riverside Gardens
July 27, Sunday, 2 - 3:30 p.m.
Enjoy a leisurely walk in Fellows Riverside Gardens to admire the vibrant hues of bedding plants displaying their summer colors. A guide will point out highlights while sharing anecdotes and history. Sign in at the information desk on the afternoon of the tour.

Silver Sneakers
July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10 - 11 a.m.
Increase muscular strength and range of movement through a variety of exercises. Hand-held weights, elastic tubing with handles, and a ball are offered for resistance. A chair is used for seated and/or standing support. Held at the MetroParks Farm. Call MetroParks Office for information.

Yoga in the Gardens
July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
Tuesdays, 8:30 - 10 a.m. (beginner level) & 5:30 - 7 p.m.
Thursdays, 8:30 - 10 a.m. (intermediate level) and 5:30 - 7 p.m. (beginner level)
The class offers a blend of yoga styles amidst the restorative power of nature. At the beginning of class, students will take an energizing walk in the Gardens with instructor Heidi Suraci. Students at all levels are welcome. Bring a mat, small blanket and bottled water. Call Fellows Riverside Gardens for information.
Fee: $10 per class

T'ai Chi in the White Garden
July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
Wednesday, Noon - 1 p.m.
Ease stress, improve health, and increase vitality in the serene White Garden at Fellows Riverside Gardens. Join Marie Lew in warm-ups, breathing exercises, and selected movements from a classic Chen T'ai Chi form. Call Fellows Riverside Gardens for information.
Fee: $10 per class

Hot Yoga for Advanced Students
July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
Thursdays, 7:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Vinyasa-style yoga uniquely blends postures and breath work to release deep areas of resistance and open new areas of awareness. Previous yoga experience required. Bring mat, towel, and bottled water. Call Fellows Riverside Gardens for information.
Fee: $10 per class

Restoration Yoga
July 20, Sunday, 9 - 11 a.m.
Experience heightened awareness and self-healing through specialized breathing techniques and postures. This state of deep relaxation will create an atmosphere perfect for meditation. Bring a mat. Call Fellows Riverside Gardens to register by July 18.
Fee: $20

Meditation in Movement
July 27, Sunday, Noon - 2 p.m.
Join Julie Thomas in the Tara Dance. Through simple, graceful movements learn to focus on inner strengths while appreciating the beauty of the surrounding gardens. Call Fellows Riverside Gardens to register.
Fee: $10

The Beast in the Garden
July 26, Saturday, 10 a.m.
Read David Baron's account of the conflict in Boulder, Colorado created by wild creatures that have become habituated to humans. Join our naturalist-led discussion held at Ford Nature Center.

Firecracker Kayak
July 5, Saturday, 10 a.m. - Noon
Celebrate our nation's birthday by exploring the scenic beauty of Lake Newport. Meet at East Newport Boat Launch.

Birding by Boat
July 13, Sunday, 9 - 11 a.m.
Jeff Harvey of Wild Birds Unlimited will share his expertise as we paddle along the shores of Lake Newport, through the wetlands, and upstream into Mill Creek. Participants must bring binoculars and have basic paddling skills. Meet at East Newport Boat Launch.

Thunder Moon Kayak
July 17, Thursday, 8 - 10 p.m.
Go away, clouds! A clear night will help this evening's nearly full moon light our way. For ages 18 and up; not for first-time kayakers. Meet at East Newport Boat Launch.

Botany by Boat
July 20, Sunday, 10 a.m. - Noon
Beat the heat and discover the variety of flora specific to wetlands. Meet at East Newport Boat Launch.

Bobbin' Along
July 24, Thursday, 10 a.m. - Noon
Help clean up the shores of Lake Glacier on this kayak excursion. We'll collect litter and fishing line; a special prize will be awarded to the person who collects the most bobbers. Participants must have basic kayak skills. Meet at Lake Glacier Boat House.
Fee: Free (Thanks for helping!)

Getting to Know the Wildflowers II
July 19, Saturday, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Beginners are welcome to attend the second session of our four-part, four-season approach to the study of wildflowers. Program is held indoors and outdoors. Bring your own lunch/drink. Call Ford Nature Center to register by July 16. Held at FNC.

Park Pals (for children entering grades 1 - 3)
Session II: July 9 & 10
Wednesday and Thursday, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Become a Park Pal and learn about Mill Creek Park and the animals and plants that call it home. The days will be filled with hikes, crafts, games, and other fun activities. Registration and fee are due at Ford Nature Center by June 29.
Fee: $30 R, $35 NR

Park Explorers (for children entering grades 4 - 6)
July 16 & 17
Wednesday and Thursday, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Explore the many different sides of Mill Creek Park. We'll learn about the plants and animals that live here, as well as the history of the Park through hikes, games, crafts, and more. Registration and fee are due at Ford Nature Center by July 6.
Fee: $30 R, $35 NR

Junior Naturalists (for children entering grades 5 - 7)
July 23 & 24
Wednesday and Thursday, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Do you have what it takes to be a naturalist? Find out in Mill Creek Park through hikes, activities, and more. Registration and fee are due at Ford Nature Center by July 13.
Fee: $30 R, $35 NR

Ag Camp (for children entering grades 1 - 3)
July 29 & 30
Tuesday and Wednesday, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
This 2-day camp will include crafts, songs, lunch, and activities relating to agriculture. A family picnic is scheduled for Wednesday. Call MetroParks Farm for a registration form.
Fee: $25

Mini Ag Camp (for children entering grades 4 - 6)
August 1, Friday, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Kids will enjoy this one-day camp that focuses on agriculture. A family picnic is scheduled for the day. Call MetroParks Farm for a registration form.
Fee: $15

Start Smart Golf
Session III: July 8, 9, 10, 11
Tuesday - Friday
9 - 10:30 a.m. or 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
For boys and girls ages 4 - 7. Parents will learn to help teach their children to enjoy golf using positive reinforcement at this four-day clinic. Fun activities and exciting equipment will develop important motor skills. Call Par 3 Golf Course to register beginning May 21.
Fee: $30 R, $45 NR

Junior Golf Camp
Session III: July 8, 9, 10, 11
Tuesday - Friday
9 - 10:30 a.m. or 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
For boys and girls ages 7 - 18. Basic instruction and course etiquette plus fun games and prizes are scheduled for this four-day junior camp. On-course play the final day. Call Par 3 Golf Course to register beginning May 21.
Fee: $30 R, $45 NR

Junior Tournament
July 10, Thursday, 8:30 a.m.
For boys and girls ages 7 - 17. Age and gender divisions. Nine holes. Fee includes prizes and refreshments. Call Par 3 to register beginning June 28.
Fee: $5

Family Fun Nights
July 12, 19, 26
Saturdays, 6 p.m.
For families with children ages 7 - 18. PGA Professionals will conduct short instructional seminars to start the evenings followed by on-course play. The course will accommodate young players. At least one adult must be familiar with golf. Fee includes golf, cart, refreshments, and prizes. Call the Pro Shop to register.
Fee: $10/family

Parent/Junior Tournament
July 13, Sunday, 10 a.m.
For boys and girls ages 7 - 17. Nine holes. Fee includes prizes and refreshments. Call Par 3 to register beginning June 28.
Fee: $10/team

Mill Creek 7UP Jr. Tournament
July 15 & 16, Tuesday & Wednesday
For boys and girls ages 12 - 17. Age and gender divisions. Individual stroke play, 36 holes. Fee includes giveaways, lunch, refreshments, and trophies. Call the Pro Shop to register beginning June 1.
Fee: $35

Family Tours
July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
Thursdays, 10 a.m.
Enjoy a guided tour of the Farm. The playroom and animal barns will be open. Space is limited; reservations are recommended. Bring a snack or lunch for a picnic after the tour.

Growing Green
July 6, 20, 27
Sundays, 1 - 4 p.m.
Take a tractor-wagon tour of the MetroParks Farm to see the results of spring planting. Tour wagon leaves approximately every half hour.

Nature Lover's Garden Club Flower Show
July 19 & 20
Saturday, Noon - 5 p.m. and Sunday, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Enjoy the beauty of individual blooms and floral designs at this mid-season show presented by Nature Lover's Garden Club.

International Exhibition of Botanical Art & Illustration
Through July 20, Weller Gallery
The stunning drawings and paintings of 51 talented botanical artists from around the world are included in this traveling exhibit from the Hunt Institute in Pittsburgh.

Blooms of Summer
July 25 - September 14, Weller Gallery
The large floral watercolor paintings by Gary Bukovnik, San Francisco artist, fill the gallery walls with an explosion of joyful, colorful blooms.

John Paolano--Landscape Architect
Through December 2008, Melnick Museum
The design influences of John Paolano, landscape architect of Fellows Riverside Gardens, have been appreciated and admired for 50 years. This exhibit honors his remarkable talents.

Bug Day
August 3, Sunday, Noon - 4 p.m.
Do you know that bugs can be fun? Don't miss this festive event devoted to insects and their relatives. Play bug games, race wax worms, hunt for bugs, view bugs through microscopes, learn about bees, and earn a "Master of Bugology" degree. Call Ford Nature Center for details. Held at MetroParks Farm.

7UP Summerfest Spectacular
Judge Morley Pavilion, Lawn seating, Free performances

August 3, Sunday, 7 p.m.
Ron Chick's Friends vocals by Bobby Remp
(Big Band sounds of the Idora Park ballroom)

August 6, Wednesday, 7 p.m.
John Morton and Friends (Jazz)

August 13, Wednesday, 7 p.m.
Rainbow Tribe (Reggae)

August 20, Wednesday, 7 p.m.
The Great Pretenders (Rock-n-roll oldies)

August 22, Friday, 7 p.m.
Joe Bonamassa (National recording artist)

August 27, Wednesday, 7 p.m.
The Hern Brothers Band (Classic rock)

Yellow Creek Park Concert
August 12, Tuesday, 7 p.m.
Mahoning Valley Button Box Club will play a variety of music for an evening of entertainment. Lawn seating.

Guided Tour of Fellows Riverside Gardens
August 10, Sunday, 2 - 3:30 p.m.
Enjoy a leisurely walk in Fellows Riverside Gardens to admire the vibrant hues of bedding plants displaying their summer colors. A guide will point out highlights while sharing anecdotes and history. Sign in at the information desk on the afternoon of the tour.

Botanical Pottery: Orchid Pot
August 13, Wednesday, 5:30 - 8 p.m.
Lynn Cardwell will teach students to construct a planter suitable for growing orchids. The pottery will be glazed, fired, and ready for pickup approximately three weeks after the class. Call Fellows Riverside Gardens to register.
Fee: $32 ($25 FFRG members)

Breakfast Botany: Mint
August 15, Friday, 8:30 - 10 a.m.
Start your morning with a brisk walk through the Gardens. Return to the Garden Cafe to enjoy a light breakfast and learn about the ornamental and flavorful mint family. Call Fellows Riverside Gardens to register.
Fee: $6 R, $8 NR

The Culinary Garden: Garden to Table
August 17, Sunday, 5:30 - 9 p.m.
Relax in the Beeghly Terrace while Victor and Heidi Suraci prepare a delicious vegetarian dinner. Learn the benefits of cooking with fresh local produce and take home the recipes. Call Fellows Riverside Gardens to register.
Fee: $35 ($28 FFRG members)

Silver Sneakers
August 5, 12, 19, 26
August 7, 14, 21, 28
Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10 - 11 a.m.
Increase muscular strength and range of movement through a variety of exercises. Hand-held weights, elastic tubing with handles, and a ball are offered for resistance. A chair is used for seated and/or standing support. Held at the MetroParks Farm. Call MetroParks Office for information.

T'ai Chi in the Gardens
August 6, 13, 20, 27
Wednesdays, Noon - 1 p.m.
Ease stress, improve health, and increase vitality in the quiet atmosphere of Fellows Riverside Gardens. Join Marie Lew in warm-ups, breathing exercise and selected movements from a classic Chen T'ai Chi form. Call Fellows Riverside Gardens for information.
Fee: $10 per class

Yoga in the Gardens
August 12, 19, 26
August 14, 21, 28
Tuesdays, 8:30 - 10 a.m. (beginner level) & 5:30 - 7 p.m.
Thursdays, 8:30 - 10 a.m. (intermediate level) and 5:30 - 7 p.m. (beginner level)
Learn a blend of yoga styles amidst the restorative power of nature with instructor Heidi Suraci. Students at all levels are welcome. Bring a mat, small blanket, and water. Call Fellows Riverside Gardens for information.
Fee: $10 per class

Meditation in Movement
August 17, Sunday, Noon - 2 p.m.
Join Julie Thomas in the Tara Dance. Through simple, graceful movements learn to focus on inner strengths while appreciating the beauty of the surrounding gardens. Call Fellows Riverside Gardens to register.
Fee: $10

Restoration Yoga
August 24, Sunday, 9 - 11 a.m.
Restoration Yoga promotes heightened awareness and self-healing through specialized breathing techniques and postures. This state of deep relaxation will create an atmosphere perfect for meditation. Bring a mat. Call Fellows Riverside Gardens to register.
Fee: $20

Mini Ag Camp
August 1, Friday, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
For children entering grades 4 - 6. Kids will enjoy this one-day camp that focuses on agriculture. A family picnic is scheduled at the end of the day. Call MetroParks Farm for a registration form.
Fee: $15

Preschool Nature Hour: Gliding Along Glacier
August 8 or 9
Friday 10 a.m. or 12:30 p.m. or Saturday, 10 a.m.
Preschoolers ages 3 - 5 and their parents are invited to explore Lake Glacier. Fun activities include a ride on the Glacier Passenger Boat and a very "fishy" craft. Pre-register at Ford Nature Center.
Fee: $2 R, $3 NR

Family Garden Day
August 10, Sunday, 1 - 4 p.m.
Fellows Riverside Gardens invites children with their families to an afternoon of fun and activities in the Family Garden. Pot a plant to take home, design in the digging garden, weave plants, listen to a story with puppets, snack on butterfly cookies and nectar, and leave your handprints on the garden fence.

Tales for Twos: Dragonfly, Dragonfly!
August 14, Thursday, 10, 10:45 or 11:30 a.m.
Oh, those magical dragonflies! We see them everywhere this time of year. Two-year-olds and their adult friends will learn about these masters of the air through story-telling, dramatic play, and outdoor exploration. Call Ford Nature Center to register.

INTERPRETIVE HIKES Hikes are generally slow-paced. Group will stop to enjoy information about the hike's topic.

Strollin' & Cruisin'
August 10, Sunday, 11 a.m.
We'll stroll down to Lake Glacier Boathouse to board the brand new Passenger Boat. Relax while you learn about the natural and cultural history of this area as we cruise the lake, then return on foot. Seating is limited. Call Ford Nature Center by August 9 to reserve your seat. Meet at Davis Center in Fellows Riverside Gardens. Moderate difficultly due to hills, 1 mile.

Ferns: No Flowers, Still Beautiful
August 17, Sunday, 2 p.m.
YSU graduate Brandon Sinn will lead this leisurely introduction to fern identification. Brandon will also compare the species collected generations ago by the first park naturalist, Ernest Vickers, to the species we find today. Meet at Lanterman's Mill parking lot. Moderate difficulty, 2 miles.

Climate Change and Ohio: A Serious Look at a Serious Issue
August 24, Sunday, 1 p.m.
Delve into the science, speculation, and substance of climate change in Ohio. Join us for a presentation followed by an interpretive hike to discuss possible changes in the natural world. Meet at Ford Nature Center. Easy rating, 1 mile.

Hopewell Hike
August 31, Sunday, 2 p.m.
Two hundred years ago the Hopewell Furnace cast its final iron. Enjoy a hike to this historic landmark. Meet at Yellow Creek Park Lodge. Moderate difficulty due to creek crossings, 3 miles.

RECREATIONAL HIKES
Hikes are generally fast-paced. The focus is exercise in the outdoors.

Health & Wellness Walks
August 6, 12, 20, 26
Tuesdays 6 p.m. & Wednesdays, 9 a.m.
Join us for the health of it and experience the many benefits of walking. August 6--Meet at Ford Nature Center. 4 miles, moderate. August 12--Meet at the Golf Course overflow parking lot on West Golf Drive. Easy rating, 1 or 3 miles. August 20--Meet at MetroParks Bikeway Trailhead at MetroParks Farm. Easy rating, 2 or 4 miles. August 26--Meet at MetroParks Bikeway Trailhead at Kirk Road. Easy rating, 2 or 4 miles.

"Kricket" Kayak
August 1, Friday, 7:30 - 9:30 p.m.
Here's a warm up for Sunday's Bug Day. We'll hope that singing summer insects will serenade us on this special saunter. Not for first-time kayakers. Participants must be at least 18 years old. Meet at East Newport Boat Launch.

Maize Moon
August 8, Friday, 7:30 - 9:30 p.m.
Tonight's first quarter moon will light our way on this evening excursion. Not for first-time kayakers. Participants must be at least 18 years old. Meet at East Newport Boat Launch.

Mahoning River Kayak
August 9, Saturday, 1 - 4 p.m.
We'll paddle up the Mahoning and explore a lovely tributary named Eagle Creek. Restrictions apply. Meet at Trumbull County Metroparks' Canoe City Park. Call Ford Nature Center for details and directions.

Wildlife of Newport
August 23, Saturday, 10 a.m. - Noon
Join us to discuss unique critters that inhabit the Lake Newport environs. Learn about their diets, homes, and day-to-day activities. Meet at East Newport Boat Launch.

Cotton Candy Kayak
August 30, Saturday, 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.
You don't need to go to the Fair for cotton candy this Labor Day weekend. Join us on this kayak excursion through Newport Wetlands and paddle under what we hope will be a brilliant blue sky filled with cotton candy clouds. Meet at East Newport Boat Launch.

Boat Rides Into Nature
August 7 through August 28
Thursdays, 2 - 3 p.m.
The Lake Glacier Passenger Boat has returned! Every Thursday, beginning August 7 and continuing through August 28, a naturalist will accompany the Passenger Boat on three 20-minute tours of Lake Glacier. Register for a tour by calling Ford Nature Center beginning at 9 a.m. on the Monday before you wish to attend. Not for organized groups. Meet at Lake Glacier Boathouse.

Mill Creek Pro-Am
August 13, Wednesday, 1 p.m. shotgun start
Join the top NOPGA Golf Professionals in a full day of fun at Mill Creek Golf Course and the Davis Center. Fee includes golf, lunch, prizes, cocktails, and dinner. Call the Pro Shop to register.
Fee: $125

After Hours Tournament
August 15, Friday, 8 p.m.
Two-person best ball; eighteen holes. Prizes and refreshments included. Registration begins August 3. Call Par 3 to register.
Fee: $15/team

Compost Seminar
August 10, Sunday, 1 or 3 p.m.
Learn how to start your own backyard compost with helpful hints from the Green Team. Pre-registration is required; call 330-740-2060 to register for the 1 p.m. or 3 p.m. session.
Fee: $5

Family Tours
August 14 & 21, Thursdays, 10 a.m.
Enjoy a guided tour of the MetroParks Farm. The playroom and animal barns will be open. Space is limited; reservations are recommended. Bring a snack or lunch for a picnic after the tour.

Farm Tour
August 10 & 17, Sundays, 1 - 4 p.m.
August 23, Saturday, 9 a.m. - Noon
Take a guided tour of the MetroParks Farm. Children can make a craft to take home. Wagon leaves every half hour.

Canfield Fair
August 27 - September 1
We'll be at the fair with some of our animals. Stop by Old McDonald's Farm to visit us.

Men's Garden Club Horticulture Show & Mum Sale
August 23 - 24
Saturday, Noon - 5 p.m. and Sunday, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Admire summer's bounty of flowers and vegetables at this show.

Blooms of Summer
July 25 - September 14, Weller Gallery
The large, floral watercolor paintings by San Francisco artist Gary Bukovnik fill the gallery walls with an explosion of joyful, colorful blooms.

John Paolano--Landscape Architect
Through December 2008, Melnick Museum
The design influences of John Paolano, landscape architect of Fellows Riverside Gardens, have been admired for 50 years. This exhibit honors his remarkable talents.

R = Mahoning County Resident; NR = Nonresident