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Mill Creek MetroParks to Re-Open Roads Closed During Winter

Effective the afternoon of Friday, April 10, the following roads in Mill Creek Park will re-open to vehicular traffic:

  • Chestnut Hill Drive, between Canfield Road and the Kirkmere Spur
  • High Drive, between the Kirkmere Spur and West Cohasset Drive
  • Calvary Run Drive, between Belle Vista Avenue and Milton Avenue

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.

Mill Creek MetroParks to hold Farm Animal Baby Shower Sunday

Mill Creek MetroParks will hold its annual Farm Animal Baby Shower, sponsored by WFMJ/WBCB on Sunday, April 12 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. at the Mill Creek MetroParks Farm (7574 Columbiana-Canfield Road, Canfield). This is a free, family-friendly event. Parking is available at the MetroParks Farm and at Gate 8 at the Canfield Fairgrounds.

Families are encouraged to come anytime between 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. to meet new arrivals to the MetroParks Farm including kids, lambs, calves, chicks, ducklings, piglets and more. There will also be mother animals who are still expecting. Bring cameras for great photo opportunities. Cake and punch will be served while supplies last.

Farm Animal Baby Shower is also the official opening of the barns at the MetroParks Farm. Barns will be open for the public to come and view the animals daily 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. and Sunday from 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. through October. Many baby animals will be here all spring.