Cancer Society sets two free screenings

The American Cancer Society, American Academy of Dermatology and Humility of Mary Health Partners will have two free skin cancer screenings this month.

The first is from 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday at St. Elizabeth’s Boardman Cancer Center, 8401 Market Street in Boardman.

The second is from 6 to 8 p.m. May 20 at St. Joseph’s Cancer Center, 667 Eastland Ave. SE, in Warren, Ohio.

The  free screenings are available to those who are not currently under the care of a dermatologist.

They are part of a national campaign to encourage early detection and to teach prevention.

Individuals must call 330-480-3151 or 877-700-4647. to schedule an appointment. No walk-ins are permitted.  For more information about sun safety or skin cancer, call the American Cancer Society toll free anytime at 1-800-ACS-2345 or visit the Web site at www.cancer.org

Goddard State Park announces programs

SANDY LAKE — Maurice K. Goddard State Park, Sandy Lake, is holding several events this month. Unless otherwise stated, all will meet or start in the marina’s Environmental Learning Classroom. They are:

• “Going Native” — 10:30 to noon Saturday.

• “Bluebirds for Mom” — 2 to 3:30 p.m. Sunday. Cost is $10. Reservations are needed.

• Falling Run trail hike — 10 to 11:30 a.m. May 24 at Falling Run trail head.

• Canoe and kayak hike — 10 to 11:30 a.m. May 25.