Notice of MetroParks Citizens Advisory Committee Meetings

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The Education Citizens Advisory Committee to the Board of Park Commissioners of Mill Creek MetroParks will meet on Thursday, November 6, 2025, at 5:00 p.m., in the Education Building – Classroom A, at Ford Nature Center, 840 Old Furnace Road, in Youngstown.

The Recreation Citizens Advisory Committee to the Board of Park Commissioners of Mill Creek MetroParks will meet on Thursday, November 6, 2025, at 5:30 p.m., at the Wick Recreation Center, located at the Wick Recreation Area, 1861 McCollum Road in Youngstown.

Temporary Mill Creek MetroParks Bikeway Closure in Canfield

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A section of the Mill Creek MetroParks Bikeway between West Main Street (US 224) and Herbert Road in the City of Canfield is scheduled to be closed on Thursday, October 23, 2025. In addition, spur trails connecting Canfield High School and The Preserve to the Bikeway will be inaccessible throughout the project.

Closure of this bikeway section is due to additional soil sampling to be conducted by August Mack Environmental, Inc., at various locations within and adjacent to Mill Creek MetroParks’ property. The soil samples are a continuation of the required testing and remediation response to the Material Sciences Corporation chemical spill and subsequent soil contamination.

Closure is anticipated to begin by 8:30am and extend into late afternoon. The Bikeway will be reopened upon completion of the project. Inclement weather conditions may alter the project schedule or delay reopening of the Bikeway.

Notice of MetroParks Citizens Advisory Committee Meeting

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The Natural Resources Citizens Advisory Committee to the Board of Park Commissioners of Mill Creek MetroParks will meet on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, at 3:00 p.m., in the Education Building – Classroom A, located at the MetroParks Farm, 7574 Columbiana-Canfield Road in Canfield.

Notice of October Board Meeting

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The next Regular Meeting of the Board of Park Commissioners of Mill Creek MetroParks is scheduled for Tuesday, October 14, 2025, at 5:00 p.m., in the Education Building – McMahon Hall, at the MetroParks Farm, on Rt. 46, in Canfield. The agenda will be available on the website after 2:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting.

As a reminder, all weapons are prohibited inside Mill Creek MetroParks facilities. All members of the public attending the meetings will be required to pass through a metal detection device as part of MetroParks safety procedures.

Temporary Closures in Mill Creek Park for the Youngstown Peace Race

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Mill Creek MetroParks is proud to once again host a portion of the Youngstown Peace Race on Sunday, October 12, 2025. In order to provide a safe and enjoyable experience for runners and spectators, the following will be temporarily closed to vehicular traffic, cyclists, pedestrians, and the public from approximately 6:00 a.m. until 1:30 p.m.:

  • West Glacier Drive
  • West Park Drive
  • West Cohasset Drive
  • High Drive
  • Valley Drive
  • East Park Drive
  • Chestnut Hill Drive
  • West Newport Drive
  • Old Mill Drive
  • East Newport Drive
  • Kreider’s Entrance
    • Lanterman’s Mill

Access to Fellows Riverside Gardens will be available only through McKinley Avenue. Ford Nature Center will not be accessible via Old Furnace Road; however, all other routes to Ford Nature Center will remain open.

Notice of MetroParks Citizens Advisory Committee Meeting

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The Recreation Citizens Advisory Committee to the Board of Park Commissioners of Mill Creek MetroParks will meet on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, at 5:30 p.m., at the Wick Recreation Center, located at the Wick Recreation Area, 1861 McCollum Road in Youngstown.

Celebrate Fall with Pumpkin Carving and Pumpkin Walk at Fellows Riverside Gardens

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Mill Creek MetroParks invites the community to celebrate the magic of the fall season at Pumpkin Walk at Twilight on Sunday, October 12, 2025, until 8:00 p.m. at Fellows Riverside Gardens, 123 McKinley Avenue, Youngstown. This free event is open to the public.

Beginning at 4:00 p.m., guests can stroll along pumpkin-lined paths as day turns to night and enjoy the seasonal beauty of Fellows Riverside Gardens. Another highlight of the event is Scarecrow Row, located along the Gardens Trail Loop on the east side of the Kidston Pavilion. Featuring scarecrows dressed and decorated by local organizations. Scarecrow Row will also include the educational feature, “Creatures of the Night,” which will showcase nocturnal species commonly found in Ohio. Scarecrow Row will remain on display from dawn to dusk through October 31, 2025.

During the evening, families can also enjoy live entertainment by The Shoe Shine Boys and watch master pumpkin carving by Ron Roberts. Refreshments will be available from Kravitz’s Garden Café, and exclusive Mill Creek MetroParks event merchandise will be available for purchase.

Free, limited parking will be available on-site and in nearby lots. Please note, Price Road will be closed to vehicular traffic and parking during the event.

In addition, Mill Creek MetroParks is hosting a family-friendly, public pumpkin carving event on Friday, October 10, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. under the large white tent at the back north end of the parking lot at Fellows Riverside Gardens. Pumpkins and carving tools will be supplied, or participants may bring their own. Finished pumpkins will be displayed during Pumpkin Walk at Twilight. Pumpkin carving is free and open to all ages, and groups of 10 or more are asked to call ahead. Please note that carved pumpkins cannot be taken home.

For questions and more information, please call 330.740.7107 or visit www.millcreekmetroparks.org

Mill Creek MetroParks to Host Cross Country Event on September 27

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Mill Creek MetroParks will host the Youngstown State University Invitational Cross Country Meet on The Gorby Family Championship Cross Country Course at the MetroParks Farm on Saturday, September 27, 2025. This exciting event will bring athletes, families, and supporters together for a day of outdoor activity and healthy competition.

To ensure the safety of participants and spectators, several MetroParks Farm facilities will be temporarily closed from dawn until mid-afternoon on the day of the event. These include:

  • Education Building
  • MetroParks Bikeway (closed between Leffingwell Road and Route 446)
  • MetroParks Farm Parking Lot
  • MetroParks Farm Bikeway Spur Trail
  • Disc Golf Courses
  • Mindy Henning Hiking Trail
  • Animal Barns
  • Archery Range
  • Natural Playground
  • Recycling Area

Parking lot access will be maintained for cross-country event personnel and spectators.

All facilities will reopen to the public in the afternoon following the conclusion of the event. Mill Creek MetroParks thanks visitors for their cooperation and encourages the community to come cheer on the athletes or plan their visit for later in the day.

Mill Creek MetroParks to Host Cross Country Event on September 20

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Mill Creek MetroParks is proud to share that The Gorby Family Championship Cross Country Course at the MetroParks Farm will host the Youngstown State University Invitational Cross Country Meet on Saturday, September 20, 2025. This exciting event will bring athletes, families, and supporters together for a day of outdoor activity and healthy competition.

To ensure the safety of participants and spectators, several MetroParks Farm facilities will be temporarily closed from dawn until mid-afternoon on the day of the event. These include:

  • Education Building
  • MetroParks Bikeway (closed between Leffingwell Road and Route 446)
  • MetroParks Farm Parking Lot
  • MetroParks Farm Bikeway Spur Trail
  • Disc Golf Courses
  • Mindy Henning Hiking Trail
  • Animal Barns
  • Archery Range
  • Natural Playground
  • Recycling Area

Parking lot access will be maintained for cross-country event personnel and private rentals.

All facilities will reopen to the public in the afternoon following the conclusion of the event. Mill Creek MetroParks thanks visitors for their cooperation and encourages the community to come cheer on the athletes or plan their visit for later in the day.

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 15, 2025, at 5:00 p.m., in the Education Building – McMahon Hall, at the MetroParks Farm, on Rt. 46, in Canfield. The agenda will be available on the website after 2:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting.

As a reminder, all weapons are prohibited inside Mill Creek MetroParks facilities. All members of the public attending the meetings will be required to pass through a metal detection device as part of MetroParks safety procedures.