Entries by Mill Creek MetroParks Staff

A Walk Through the Park to be on Display in Weller Gallery

Mill Creek MetroParks presents A Walk Through the Park showcasing works from local artist Thomas Sewickley. This exhibit will feature works of Mill Creek MetroParks in a single, passing moment in time by using soft pastels on sandpaper using a heavy color palette to add energy and to manipulate temperature and contrast. Sewickley chooses sandpaper… Continue Reading A Walk Through the Park to be on Display in Weller Gallery

When e-bikes are coming to Mill Creek

Electric bikes are gaining popularity in the Valley and a program called Cruise the Creek is expanding its operations into Mill Creek to fulfill the need. However many have raised questions about the environmentally-friendly alternative and how it works. “Get on an e-bike before you make a judgment call about it,” Cruise the Creek operator… Continue Reading When e-bikes are coming to Mill Creek

The little insect that’s bugging local park officials

Right now, there’s a war on an invasive species that’s happening right under your nose. You probably don’t even notice it, but it’s really bugging officials with the Mill Creek Metroparks. Sometimes the biggest problems come from the smallest of sources. “You would need a microscrope to really look at them. So it’s a very,… Continue Reading The little insect that’s bugging local park officials

‘Everything Eclipse’ Lecture at MetroParks Farm

Mill Creek MetroParks will present “Everything Eclipse with Planetarium Engineer Curt Spivey” at 1 p.m. March 23. The hourlong lecture will take place in McMahon Hall on the MetroParks Farm, 7574 Columbiana-Canfield Road. Participants will learn about the April 8 solar eclipse, which will be visible throughout northeastern Ohio. Tips will include where to go… Continue Reading ‘Everything Eclipse’ Lecture at MetroParks Farm

MetroParks to host ‘Everything Eclipse’ with YSU planetarium engineer

Mill Creek MetroParks is hosting an event where you can learn everything you need to know about the upcoming solar eclipse. The show titled “Sky Talk: Everything Eclipse with YSU Planetarium Engineer Curt Spivey” is set for March 23 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. at MetroParks Farms McMahon Hall, 7574 Columbiana-Canfield Road, Canfield. Spivey… Continue Reading MetroParks to host ‘Everything Eclipse’ with YSU planetarium engineer

Closure of Comfort Stations at East Golf Hike & Bike Trail

Two (2) existing comfort stations located at the East Golf Hike & Bike Trail (near Shields Road) in Mill Creek Park will be closed starting the week of March 11, 2024. The comfort stations are scheduled to be demolished and replaced with a new, prefabricated concrete restroom. The anticipated project duration, including all excavation, installation,… Continue Reading Closure of Comfort Stations at East Golf Hike & Bike Trail