T’ai Chi Step One in the Gardens. Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek MetroParks, 123 McKinley Ave., Youngstown, 44509; 330-740-7116. Warm-ups, breathing exercises and movements with Marie Lew will ease stress, improve health, and increase vitality. Occurs Feb. 1, 6, 15, 22. Noon-1 p.m. Drop-in. $10/class.
Yoga in the Gardens. Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek MetroParks, 123 McKinley Ave., Youngstown, 44509; 330-740-7116. Features yoga with Marina Perdos. Bring a mat and small blanket. Feb. 2, 7, 9, 14, 16, 21, 23, 28. 9:30-11 a.m. $12 class.
Super Stroll Sunday. Ford Nature Education Center, Mill Creek MetroParks; 840 Old Furnace Road, Youngstown, 44511; 330-740-7107. Stroll along East Cohasset to the Suspension Bridge and back. Bring a travel mug so you can enjoy a hot beverage during the hike. The park will provide coffee and tea. Moderate/difficult, 4 miles. 2-4 p.m., Sunday, Feb. 5.
Chair to Mat Movement. Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek MetroParks, 123 McKinley Ave., Youngstown, 44509; 330-740-7116. Chair to Mat Movement with Michelle O’Brien is designed to increase mobility and flexibility for those who find seated floor movement challenging. Drop-in. Feb. 7, 14, 21, 28. 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. $10/class.
The Pillars of Health & Wellness: Sleep and Rest. Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek MetroParks, 123 McKinley Ave., Youngstown, 44509; 330-740-7116. Join Dr. Kathy Padgitt to learn more about the value of a plant-based diet and sleep and rest techniques. Register/pay by Feb. 5. Feb. 7. 6-8 p.m. $10.
Garden Inspiration Walk. Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek MetroParks, 123 McKinley Ave., Youngstown, 44509; 330-740-7116. Explore awe-inspiring aspects of Fellows Riverside Gardens by learning about witch hazels. All walks are held outside, so dress for the weather. 10-11 a.m., Saturday, Feb. 11.
Sound Bath Experience. Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek MetroParks, 123 McKinley Ave., Youngstown, 44509; 330-740-7116. For ages 13 and older. Features a deep meditative experience with vibrations of gongs and crystal singing bowls. Led by Maria and Calvin Wagner. Register/pay by 4 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 14. Space is limited. Feb. 14, 6-7 p.m. $25.
Recreational Hikes. Ford Nature Education Center, Mill Creek MetroParks; 840 Old Furnace Road, Youngstown, 44511; 330-740-7107. Recreational hikes are generally led by volunteers and are faster paced to focus on exercise. 9 a.m., Wednesday, Feb. 8: Meets at Ford Nature Center. Moderate, 2 or 4 miles; 9 a.m., Wednesday, Feb. 22: Meets at MetroParks Bikeway Trailhead at MetroParks Farm. Easy, 2 or 4 miles.
Eclipse of the Hunger Moon. Mill Creek MetroParks Farm, 7574 Columbiana-Canfield Road, Canfield, 44406; 330-740-7107. See February’s full moon and a lunar eclipse. Meet at Kiosk at MetroParks Bikeway Trailhead at MetroParks Farm. Call Ford Nature Center for details. Easy, 1.5 miles. 7-8:30 p.m., Friday, Feb. 10.
Sweetheart Hike. Birch Hill Cabin, Mill Creek MetroParks, Youngstown; 330-330-740-7107. Grab a loved one and come out to enjoy the season of love. After a short hike there will be refreshments as well as supplies to make your loved one a Valentine’s Day gift. Register/pay at Ford Nature Center by Feb. 10. 2-4 p.m., Sunday, Feb. 12. $7/pair R; $10/pair NR. Additional fee after deadline.
Swing Dance Class. Pioneer Pavilion, Mill Creek MetroParks, Youngstown. 44511; 330-740-7107. It is a paired dance, but everyone learns together. Beginners welcome and encouraged. Call for details. 6-7 p.m., Feb. 21, 28, March 7, 14, 21. $6/class at the door.
Hustle Dance Class. Pioneer Pavilion, Mill Creek MetroParks, Youngstown. 44511; 330-740-7107. It is a paired dance, but everyone learns together. Beginners welcome and encouraged. 7-8 p.m., Feb. 21, 28, March 7, 14, 21. $6/class at the door.
Creativity Hike: Crafts to Keep You Warm. Pioneer Pavilion, Mill Creek MetroParks, Youngstown. 44511; 330-740-7107. Features two nature-inspired Pinterest crafts and a short hike. Bring an old sweater to be repurposed. Register/Pay at Ford Nature Center by Feb. 23. Feb. 25. 10 a.m.-noon. $3 R; $5 NR. Additional fee after deadline.
First Spring Wildflower of 2017. Scholl Recreation Area, Mill Creek MetroParks, Youngstown; 330-740-7107. A flower blooming in the snow? Search for the first spring wildflower of the year. Moderate with some hills, 2 miles. 2-4 p.m., Sunday, Feb. 26.
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