Metro Monthly
VALLEY UPDATE
MetroParks extends cancellations into 2021
M
ill Creek MetroParks is extending the cancellations of all previously scheduled programs, tours, events, lectures and indoor facility rentals until the January 2021 board meeting scheduled for Jan. 11, 2021. In the event In the event a registration fee or a registration rental fee was paid, a full refund will be profee or rental fee was paid, a cessed. The following Mill full refund will Creek MetroParks lobe processed. cations will be closed to the public through Jan. 11, 2021: ■ MetroParks Farm Education Building and animal barns (seasonal); ■ D.D. & Velma Davis Education and Visitors Center; ■ All reservable pavilions, cabins and shelters ■ Yellow Creek Lodge; ■ Lanterman’s Mill (seasonal); ■ MetroParks administration office; ■ Wet playground at Wick Recreation Area and spray basin at Scholl Recreation Area (seasonal); ■ Lake Newport and Lake Glacier boathouses (seasonal). Various Mill Creek MetroParks outdoor locations will be remain open and available for use including Mill Creek Park, Fellows Riverside Gardens, Sebring Woods, The MetroParks Bikeway, Mill Creek Golf Course (seasonal), Wick Par-3 (seasonal), MetroParks Farm Disc Golf Course, and all nature preserves and sanctuaries. The MetroParks urges all visitors to continue following all guidelines from state and local health officials, such as staying home if sick or exhibiting symptoms, maintaining at least six feet apart from other visitors, avoiding congregating in large groups and bypass busy areas, practicing good hygiene by washing hands often and carrying hand sanitizer, as well as suggesting non-use of items such as handrails, park benches, and other areas frequently touched to help stop the spread of COVID-19. For more information on Mill Creek MetroParks, visit www.millcreekmetroparks.org or call 330-702-3000. The park district maintains pages on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.
Arms Family Museum reopens to public T
he Mahoning Valley Historical Society reopened the Arms Family Museum in early August. It was the second phase of MVHS’ “Open With Care” plan for visitors to return to the historical society’s facilities. “We have gained the experience and perspective with our plan since reopening our downtown Tyler site for a few weeks. This has further allowed us to refine our admission procedures with the reopening of the Wick Avenue site,” said Jessica Trickett, MVHS collections manager. Masks are required for all staff and visitors, except those who have medical conditions that exempt them. If a guest does not have a mask when they arrive, MVHS will provide one. Social distancing of six feet apart will be monitored for all guests from different groups. Anyone demonstrating symptoms of the coronavirus should not visit. MVHS will continue to limit public visitation to three days per week. The museum will be open from noon to 4 p.m., Friday through Sunday. Details for Arms Family Museum and the Business & Media Archives and opening dates include: ■ Arms Family Museum (guided tours on first and second floors; gift shop; barrier-free rest room; full elevator and staircase access). Guests no longer need to pre-register, but are encouraged to call the main line at 330-743-2589, where they can speak to a staff member to confirm availability for tours on that day. MVHS is still required to limit occupancy throughout the museum, so calling
IMAGE COURTESY OF THE MAHONING VALLEY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
The Mahoning Valley Historical Society will continue to limit public visitation to three days per week. The museum is from noon to 4 p.m., Friday through Sunday.
ahead is recommended. If walk-up guests cannot be accommodated when they arrive, they will be asked to delay the start of their tour or return at another time. ■ The Business & Media Archives, as well as the MVHS administrative offices, located behind Arms Family Museum, is open by appointment only. Anyone interested in setting up a visit with Business & Media Archives Staff can call Connie Jones at 330-743-2589, ext. 105. ■ Tyler History Center will accept walkup visitors without pre-registration. Due to adjusted capacity limits within the building, MVHS recommends that guests call 330-743-2589 to ensure available entry
into the building. Half-price admission fees now apply to both Tyler and Arms. MVHS is not accepting admissions to cover both facilities, allowing guests to choose which MVHS site they would like to visit and not have to plan a longer period of time during one day to see both. Admission prices are: adults, $3.50; seniors (60 and older) and college students (with I.D.), $3; children (3-18), $2.50; children (under 3), free; MVHS members, active military, and veterans (with I.D.), free. All safety precautions and policies are listed on the MVHS web site.
MVHS to celebrate founding, Good Humor milestones T he Mahoning Valley Historical Society will mark the 145th anniversary of its founding on Thursday, Sept. 10. As part of its celebration, two video programs, focusing on the society’s history and its unique tie to the Good Humor ice cream bar, will debut on MVHS’ YouTube channel. Additionally, MVHS is encouraging online sales of commemorative “Harry Burt Donor Bars” to support its mission. The first video, “Founders Day: Good Humor Tour” (noon, Thursday, Sept. 10), examines the centennial of the Good Humor ice cream bar. A virtual tour will explore the stories and events that shaped the history of this confection, from
its Youngstown origins with Harry Burt to presentday ownership under Unilever. The public will be able to view this video presentation on the MVHS YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/ channel/UCDHqcfsLJNsV5s-bnahmTNA/videos. The second video will be “MVHS & Good Humor Anniversary Special” (noon, Thursday, Sept. 17). MVHS Executive Director Bill Lawson will expand on Burt’s business career and the development of his ice cream treat. Lawson will conclude with Burt’s and Good Humor’s connection to the building that now houses Tyler History Center. The video tour may be accessed through the MVHS YouTube channel. Both videos are part of the “History To Go” series.
Due to modifications in this year’s schedule, MVHS will not be charging fees for “History To Go.” However, it’s asking for donations to help defray the extra costs for video production and planning. “Support This Event” buttons can be found on its “History To Go” web page at https:// mahoninghistory.org/history-to-go/. In 2014, MVHS instituted a fundraising program that included “Harry Burt Donor Bars.” Online sales of these plaques help to preserve the Tyler History Center and its operations. To make a purchase and customize with a commemorative inscription, visit https://mahoninghistory. org/ways-to-support/harry-burt-donor-bars/.
SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER 2020 METRO MONTHLY VALLEY UPDATE 7
