Entries by Mill Creek MetroParks Staff

AJGA Tournament at Mill Creek Golf Course a Financial Success for Mahoning Valley

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The Mahoning Valley Hospital Foundation’s American Junior Golf Association (AJGA) Junior All-Star Event took place the week of June 17, 2018 at Mill Creek Golf Course. The tournament hosted 124 junior competitors, including seven junior players who earned their spot in a Sunday regional qualifying event from a field of 100 players. Over 100 volunteers,… Continue Reading AJGA Tournament at Mill Creek Golf Course a Financial Success for Mahoning Valley

MetroParks efforts bring in more than $2.4 million in private donations

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Organized fundraising efforts have paid off in spades for Mill Creek MetroParks, according to a development update provided to the park board Monday. MetroParks Development Director Chris Litton reported the MetroParks has brought in more than $2.4 million in private donations so far this year. That is substantially more than the previous annual totals of… Continue Reading MetroParks efforts bring in more than $2.4 million in private donations

Notice of September Board Meeting

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The next Regular Meeting of the Board of Park Commissioners, of Mill Creek MetroParks is scheduled for Monday, September 10, 2018, at 6 p.m. in McMahon Hall, at the MetroParks Farm, on Rt. 46 in Canfield. The agenda will be available on the website after 2 p.m. on the day of the meeting.

Garden Lecture Offered at Fellows Riverside Gardens

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The lecture, Rock Gardening: Reimagining a Classic Style for Today’s Garden, will be held at Fellows Riverside Gardens on Thursday, September 20, 2018 from 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Inspired by the tiny plants and dramatic, rocky landscapes found on mountain tops, rock gardening uses a range of unusual, small plants in combination with beautiful… Continue Reading Garden Lecture Offered at Fellows Riverside Gardens

Mill Creek Park PGA Junior League Team Captures Title

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The PGA Junior League Team from Mill Creek Golf Course, coached by PGA Head Professional Andy Santor, finished the 2018 golf season undefeated to win the Youngstown Divisional Crown. The Youngstown division featured teams from Mill Creek Golf Course, Yankee Run Golf Course, Tippecanoe Country Club, Parto’s Learning Center-Henry Stambaugh Golf Course, and two teams… Continue Reading Mill Creek Park PGA Junior League Team Captures Title

Wings of Love Exhibit Now on Display in Weller Gallery

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Mill Creek MetroParks presents “Wings of Love” by local photographer Pamela Cohen, now currently on display in the Weller Gallery at Fellows Riverside Gardens. The artist has selected works featuring portraits of large wading birds such as herons, egrets, roseate spoonbills, and wood storks taken in their natural habitat throughout South Carolina and Florida. Ms.… Continue Reading Wings of Love Exhibit Now on Display in Weller Gallery

Summer tours of MetroParks Farms showcase farm

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The Mill Creek MetroParks Farms hosted their weekly family tour event on Aug. 2. The event runs throughout the summer and is used to showcase all the unique aspects of the farms while providing a fun event for families to attend together. “Primarily it gives families the opportunity to bring little kids in,” said Bill… Continue Reading Summer tours of MetroParks Farms showcase farm

Mill Creek Park Golf Director and Head Golf Professional Nominated for Prestigious Northern Ohio PGA Awards

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Northern Ohio PGA announced the nominations of Mill Creek Park Golf Director, Brian Tolnar and Golf Professional, Andy Santor earlier this month. Brian has been nominated for three awards: 2018 Northern Ohio PGA Golf Professional of the Year, Merchandiser of the Year, and Player Development. Andy has been nominated for the 2018 Northern Ohio PGA… Continue Reading Mill Creek Park Golf Director and Head Golf Professional Nominated for Prestigious Northern Ohio PGA Awards