Wick Recreation Area and Par 3 Course to Close for Season
Located in the James L. Wick, Jr. Recreation Area, the Par 3 Golf Course is a popular 18-hole Par 3 course for golfers of all ages. It will close for the season on October 10, 2016 and will re-open again in the spring. Other various amenities such as the volleyball courts and tennis courts will be closing over the next few weeks for the season. One of the three tennis courts will remain open all winter long as well as The Juliana Kurinka Children’s Play Area and ball fields.
Mill Creek MetroParks to present Pumpkin Walk at Twilight
Mill Creek MetroParks presents Pumpkin Walk at Twilight on Sunday, October 16 until 8 p.m. at Fellows Riverside Gardens (123 McKinley Avenue, Youngstown, OH 44509). Sponsored by 21 WFMJ, The CW WBCB, and Friends of Fellows Riverside Gardens.
Take part in the wonders of the fall season as you walk along the Gardens’ pumpkin-lined paths as the day turns to night. Starting at 5:30 p.m., families can enjoy live entertainment, refreshments and children’s activities. This event is free and open to the public.
On October 13, 14, and 15 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., have fun helping carve pumpkins for display at Pumpkin Walk at Twilight. The carving area is in the Service Building at Fellows Riverside Gardens which may be chilly, so dress according to the weather. Carving tools will be available or bring your own. Pumpkin carving will continue while pumpkin supplies last. Groups of 10 or more should call ahead. This event is also free and open to the public.
For questions and more information, please call Fellows Riverside Gardens at 330.740.7116 or visit www.millcreekmetroparks.org.
Mill Creek MetroParks Road Closures
The following roads in Mill Creek MetroParks will be closed to vehicular traffic as well as cyclists and pedestrians from approximately 7 a.m. until Noon on Saturday, October 8, 2016 for the Out of Darkness Suicide Prevention Walk:
• West Drive
• Bears Den Drive
• New Cross Drive
• Cross Drive
Always use caution when driving on MetroParks roads as many of these roads are also used by pedestrians and bicyclists. Pedestrians and bicyclists should be reminded to also use caution and be aware of vehicular traffic when on these roads. For more information about Mill Creek MetroParks, visit our website at www.millcreekmetroparks.org.