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7 Strouss’ Christmas displays were events

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In her memorable essay from 2017, Joyce Lynn Farrell recalls when the Christmas displays at the Strouss’ Department Store delighted young and old in the Mahoning Valley.

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26 The Wine Guy shares his expert wine picks

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9 Fundraisers envision Robinson-Shuba statue A larger-than-life statue commemorating the inspiring 1946 handshake of Jackie Robinson, the first AfricanAmerican Major League Baseball player, and George “Shotgun” Shuba, his white teammate from Youngstown, will inspire better relations among people of different racial backgrounds, say leaders of a group planning to build the statue downtown. The Economic Action Group and the newly formed Robinson-Shuba Commemorative Statue Committee aim to raise $400,000 to complete the statue and dedicate it on the 75th anniversary of what some have called “the handshake of the century” following Robinson’s first home run in mainstream professional baseball.”

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Holiday Cheer: Pages 13-25 Features

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13 Holiday Cheer: The best of the season

Using credit cards for holiday spending can enable you to take advantage of sales and manage your cash. The danger is that it is very easy to overextend yourself and get into more debt than you can afford to repay. Learning how credit card repayment works will help you avoid paying for this year’s holiday when the next holiday season rolls around.

The Christmas season brings a rush of holiday activities and we’ve compiled the best of the season. We have holiday activities for families, major events, music, theatrical productions, fundraisers, Christmas dinners, holiday sales, and winter hikes. The “Holiday Cheer” guide covers the weekend before Thanksgiving and continues through early January.

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The Robins Theatre changes everything

few year’s ago, I attended a press event at the then-vacant Robins Theatre in downtown Warren. Amid the trouble lights, extension cords, and missing sections of plaster, you could see the beauty and potential. But potential demands vision and funding. And, fortunately for Warren, the Robins Theatre got both. As we go to press, the steel framing for the theater’s marquee is in place, but it’s nowhere near complete. However, it will soon brighten a stretch of East Market Street that’s been dark for over 40 years. Although there have been steady improvements to the central business district, a revitalized Robins Theatre will be transformational. A bright and functioning Robins Theatre will uplift and enrich everyone. Thanks to all the skilled, talented people who brought the theater back to life. Congratulations go out to theater developers Mark Marvin and Ken Haidaris on their upcoming, and well-deserved, victory lap. Thank you for your patience, belief, and vision. We’ll soon be joining previous generations of Warren in this grand, luxurious space. Thank you for connecting past and present. Ð Mark C. Peyko, Metro Monthly Publisher

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THE WINE GUY The Wine Guy’s picks for the holidays: Page 26 through manufacturing facilities in Ohio, Texas and China; MVP Design and Engineering, a firm located in Oxford, Mich.; and All Foam Products, a foam distribution company serving the military and commercial markets. McNair is active in Greater Cleveland and throughout Ohio. He serves in leadership positions or as a member on the boards of numerous civic and community organizations including the Cleveland/Cuyahoga County Port Authority, the Minority Business Financing Advisory Board, Crain’s Business Diversity Council and University Hospitals. “Having board members who are invested in community service and health care as well as business ventures has been key to our success,” said Dr. John Langell, president of NEOMED. “And it is pivotal to our growth, innovation and sustainability as a world-class medical education and research institution.” McNair received a bachelor’s degree from Kent State University and a Master of Business Administration from Baldwin Wallace University.

Swanston sets Dec. 13 deadline for grant inquiries

he William Swanston Charitable Fund recently revised its request for proposals, establishing health and wellness, education and children’s services as new priorities for the 2019-2020 grantmaking year. The Swanston Fund invites inquiries from IRS 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations for innovative projects that prevent or reduce the risk factors that can create disparities, and that create opportunities for all children in Mahoning and Trumbull counties to thrive. Proposals should address prevention and/or immediate needs, and priority will be given to programs and services in health and wellness, education and children’s services. Interested grant applicants must first submit a letter of inquiry by Friday, Dec. 13, 2019. Detailed information on each focus area, as well as a letter of inquiry form, can be found in the Swanston Fund section of the Community Foundation website, www.cfmv.org. Organizations with approved inquiries will be notified in February 2020 and will be invited to submit a full proposal, due in March 2020. Final grant decisions will be announced in May 2020. Those with questions about the grant process or request for proposals can contact Casey Krell, director of supporting organizations and donor services, at 330-743-5555 or ckrell@cfmv.org. The William Swanston Charitable Fund, established in 1919, is the legacy of a local farmer who cared about his community and who wanted to uplift the well-being of others, especially children. Today, the Fund is committed to supporting children in Mahoning and Trumbull counties who have experienced crises, including those who are/ have been abused, neglected or dependent. It has provided grants for early childhood education, health and fitness initiatives, after-school programs, parent-involvement seminars, anti-bullying measures and many other efforts in support of local children. The Swanston Fund is an affiliate of the Community Foundation of the Mahoning Valley.

Philharmonic offering free violin lessons to students The Warren Philharmonic Orchestra is offering free violin lessons to select Trumbull County students in the third through seventh grade, said Executive Director Barry G. Dunaway. The application deadline is Dec. 30 for the next class of students beginning Jan. 12, 2020. “The Strings of Joy program continues the Orchestra’s outreach to area schoolchildren,” said Dunaway. “The orchestra performed live concerts for area students in October, and announced the winners of the student Art in Music Contest at our fall concert. We appreciate the Youngstown/ Warren Regional Chamber Foundation, other community organizations and individual donations that make Strings of Joy possible at no cost to the students. A limited number of students can be accepted,” he stressed. This will be the fourth Strings of Joy class receiving instruction since January 2016. The Orchestra will lend each participating student an age-appropriate violin and provide individual, 20-minute lessons on Sunday afternoons through December 2020 (with a summer

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Home Savings Bank recently donated $12,000 to fund CityScape’s ‘Sparkle Youngstown,’ a downtown holiday beautification project. Pictured left to right: Lou Joseph, senior vice president, Home Savings Bank; Sharon Letson, executive director, Youngstown CityScape; Frank Hierro, Mahoning Valley regional president, Home Savings Bank; and Trish Gelsomino, Home Savings downtown branch manager. recess). The Orchestra will provide printed music to the students at no cost. Occasional group lessons and performance opportunities will be scheduled, as well. The lessons will be held at Christ Episcopal Church, 2627 Atlantic St., NE, Warren. The instructor is Brendan McEvoy, a student at YSU’s Dana School of Music. “With string programs eliminated from most area schools, the Strings of Joy program helps fill a need for those students interested in learning to play the violin and develop a deeper appreciation for our musical heritage,” Dunaway added. Parents and guardians must be willing to provide transportation for lessons, provide encouragement and practice space, and assume ultimate responsibility for the instrument. An application form and related documents are available to download from the WPO website at http://www.warrenphilharmonic.org/strings-of-joy2020.html or can be requested from the WPO office, 154 N. Park Ave. in downtown Warren. Parents/guardians needing more information about can contact Dunaway at 330-399-3606 or email warren.philharmonic@gmail.com. Visit http:// www.warrenphilharmonic.org for information.

Commerce grant to fund alcohol-awareness PSAs The Department of Commerce’s Division of Liquor Control recently awarded the PAST Foundation with $60,000 toward creating educational material around alcohol-related topics. The PAST Foundation is a Columbus-based, nonprofit education organization. The organization will lead in the creation of six public service announcements around alcohol-related topics – all created by students participating in the program. “Alcohol kills more people every year than opioids,” said Division of Liquor Control Superinten-

dent Jim Canepa. “And in supporting Governor DeWine’s initiative, RecoveryOhio, this grant will help educate more Ohioans about how to be safe when consuming alcohol.” Participating students will work with local industry and law enforcement experts, marketing and branding professionals, and consumer advocate groups to learn the process and impact of successful PSAs. “We are thrilled to be partnering with the Department of Commerce’s Division of Liquor Control in leading students in this most important community work,” said Annalies Corbin, president and CEO of PAST. “By students creating these public service announcements in their own words, we are providing yet another opportunity for real-world learning that connects students with local business and community members.” The funding will go toward storyboarding, editing, marketing, and completion of six PSAs bringing awareness to: health implications of underage drinking; peer pressure; binge drinking; social media implications of binge/underage drinking; and illegal hosting parents/adults. The grant funding comes from the National Alcohol Beverage Control Association education grant. The Division has been a recipient of this grant for the past two years.

DeWine appoints McNair to NEOMED board Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine has appointed Darrell McNair, president/CEO of MVP Group, to serve a nine-year appointment as a board trustee at Northeast Ohio Medical University. His term began Oct. 18, 2019. McNair is responsible for overall operations at MVP Group, which includes MVP Plastics, providing injection molding services to the automotive, medical, industrial and recreational markets,

Bobblehead commemorates Mount Union championships The National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum recently unveiled an officially licensed, limited-edition bobblehead commemorating the Mount Union Purple Raiders’ 13 Football NCAA Division III National Championships. The bobblehead is the first of Mount Union’s mascot, MUcaw, and features MUcaw holding a replica National Championship trophy and his sword, while 12 additional replica trophies are on the base of the bobblehead. They were produced exclusively for the National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum by FOCO, an official licensee and manufacturer of Mount Union merchandise. The limited edition bobbleheads, which are individually numbered to only 1,000, are now available for purchase exclusively in the National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum’s Online Store. The bobbleheads are $40 each with a flat rate shipping charge of $8 per order. Mount Union is one of the most storied programs in college football, with the school’s 13 Division III Football Championships being record for any football program in any division in a playoff format. Mount Union won the National Championship in 1993, 1996, 1997, 1998, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2005, 2006, 2008, 2012, 2015 and 2017. The school has a rich football tradition dating back to 1893 when the school played its first football game, and Mount Union Stadium is the oldest college football stadium in the state of Ohio. The football program went 109-2 over eight seasons from the start of the 1996 season through 2003. In that time, Mount Union won six national titles, eight conference championships, and had winning streaks of 54 and 55 games. On Oct. 16, 1999, Mount Union broke the NCAA football record for consecutive victories with their 48th straight win, breaking the previous record of 47 held by the Oklahoma Sooners since 1957. “This bobblehead is the perfect way for Mount Union fans to commemorate the school’s historic 13 football championships,” said Phil Sklar, CoFounder and CEO of the National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum. “These will be cherished collectibles that celebrate the tremendous success of Mount Union’s football program.”

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$500,000 grant to fund Stambaugh staircase, facade renovations

tambaugh Auditorium has received a $500,000 grant from the Hine Memorial Fund of The Youngstown Foundation to support its Monumental Staircase and Facade Restoration Project. The cost of the project is estimated at $5 million. It will include razing and replacing the Fifth Avenue staircase and promenade, reconstructing retaining walls, cleaning the building’s facade, adding dimensional exterior lighting, and restoring all decorative metalwork at the grand entrance. Overall, the project seeks to return the monumental staircase, grand entrance, and promenade to its original splendor. Additionally, the grant will be used to improve accessibility to the grand entrance promenade from the north as well as to construct an ADA-compliant ramp from the south end of the promenade to the current-handicapped entrance in the formal garden area. The project will utilize historically guided materials and in accordance with standards set forth by the Historic Preservation Office of the State of Ohio and the National Register of Historic Places. “The Hine Memorial Fund of The Youngstown Foundation is honored to support Stambaugh Auditorium’s efforts to create an accessible and universally designed space. It is our hope that this gift will make it possible for all individuals, most especially those with disabilities, to enjoy all that Stambaugh Auditorium has to offer,” said Crissi Jenkins, program coordinator for the Hine Memorial Fund. “We are very grateful for the support of the Hine Memorial Fund of The Youngstown Foundation which will ensure that all will be able to enjoy the entertainment, social and educational opportunities provided at Stambaugh Auditorium for generations to come,” said JoAnn Stock, chief development officer at Stambaugh Auditorium said. The mission of Stambaugh Auditorium, a cultural and historic landmark in the city of Youngstown since 1926, is to present events for the enjoyment, entertainment, and education of the people of Youngstown and surrounding communities. For more information about the campaign, contact Stock at 330-747-5175 or jstock@stambaughauditorium.com.

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The cost of the project is estimated at $5 million. It will include razing and replacing the Fifth Avenue staircase and promenade, reconstructing retaining walls, cleaning the building’s facade, adding dimensional exterior lighting, and restoring all decorative metalwork at the grand entrance.

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Representatives from Stambaugh Auditorium and the Hine Memorial Fund pose for a photograph announcing the $500,000 grant. Left to right: Michael McGiffin, Stambaugh chief strategy officer; JoAnn Stock, Stambaugh chief development officer; Terrence Cloonan, president, Stambaugh Board of Directors; Crissi Jenkins, program coordinator for the Hine Memorial Fund; and Matt Pagac, Stambaugh chief executive and operating officer.

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Recalling Christmas window magic at Strouss’ downtown Editor’s note: Joyce Lynn Farrell recalled when Christmas displays at Strouss’ Department Store delighted young and old in the Mahoning Valley. Joyce, who died in 2018, was an ardent Youngstown historian with a particular interest in downtown theaters. ■

BY JOYCE LYNN FARRELL METRO MONTHLY CONTRIBUTING WRITER

he night before Thanksgiving, after Strouss’ Department Store had closed for the day, all the display windows on the West Federal side were covered and would remain that way overnight while window dressers put together the most beautiful Christmastime displays. There were six large display windows to decorate, and the window dressers had to be done by Thanksgiving morning for they knew that there would be a crowd waiting outside for the grand reveal. Two windows would draw the most attention: the window with the Nativity scene and the Toyland display. The Toyland window was a favorite with both adults and children, and almost everyone agreed that the window at Strouss’ was superior to McKelvey’s. A team of window dressers worked all year preparing for the displays, while tending to their weekly windows, for the policy was that no Christmas display should be repeated. Window dressers were posted at each

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At left: Strouss’ in an undated image. Above: West Federal Street at Christmas, looking west, undated.

window on Thanksgiving morning – ready to open the curtains – and all six were opened simultaneously, to the cheers of onlookers outside. It was official as far as the people were concerned. Many burst into singing “White Christmas” as the countdown to Christmas began. Tucked away in one of the windows was a small easel stand with a “Countdown to Christmas.” The display would mark the days until Christmas Day, with the last card reading “MERRY CHRISTMAS.” Other stores counted remaining shopping days, but not Strouss’. In that same window was a “Keep-Christ-in-Christmas” display, which was sponsored by

the Council of Churches. In the days leading up to Christmas week, the display windows at Strouss’ would remain unchanged – until the last five. Then, the display window that I remember as the Nativity window, went dark once again as the curtain was closed and window dressers worked to transform it into a thing of pure beauty. This window was Strouss’ annual Christmas card to all of Youngstown, a spiritual card of the purest beauty – and the Nativity scene was front and center. It was a work of art, worthy of the Butler Institute of American Art. There was one rule for this display: no commercial message. And it must be

worthy of a place in any church. Of all the stores downtown, this was the only window that had such a display of sublime, spiritual beauty. As if by some signal, another large crowd gathered outside to see the display on the morning of the window’s unveiling. Afterward, the crowds made their way into the store for last-minute shopping. Indeed, after all the stores moved out of the downtown area, there would never again be that kind of response to Christmas window displays. An era was gone, but not forgotten.

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Robinson-Shuba statue would celebrate iconic handshake The Economic Action Group, a A downtown development advocate, larger-than-life statue commemorating the inspiring 1946 handshake of Jackie Robinson, the first African-American Major League Baseball player, and George “Shotgun” Shuba, his white teammate from Youngstown, will inspire better relations among people of different racial backgrounds, say leaders of a group planning to build the statue in downtown Youngstown. The Economic Action Group, a downtown development advocate, and the newly formed Robinson-Shuba Commemorative Statue Committee aim to raise $400,000 to complete the statue and dedicate it on April 18, 2021, the 75th anniversary of what some have called “the handshake of the century” following Robinson’s first home run in mainstream professional baseball.” A handshake at home plate by players of different races is no big deal in America today, but in 1946 it was a historic moment,” said Herb Washington, a local businessman, former Major League Baseball player and one of the co-chairs of the committee. “We want to memorialize that moment in a way that inspires people to relate more respectfully to those of other races. We need more Americans to follow the examples of Jackie Robinson and George Shuba.” Another committee member, Patty Brozik, a retired Community Foundation of the Mahoning Valley president and banker, said the statue could put Youngstown in the national spotlight. “Jackie Robinson fought through incredible hate and adversity throughout his career yet became one of the greatest baseball players the game has ever known,” she said. “George’s handshake demonstrated respect for Jackie’s achievements and showed the world what things could be like without barriers based on race. We’re confident that many in the Mahoning Valley will want to join us in supporting this effort.” The committee is pursuing grants from local foundations and donations from the public at its website, robinsonshuba.org. The bronze statue would portray the handshake as captured in a landmark news wire photograph now owned by Mike Shuba of Youngstown, George’s son. Both players would stand nearly 7 feet tall in bronze at a site in The Raymond John Wean Foundation Park near the

and the newly formed RobinsonShuba Commemorative Statue Committee aim to raise $400,000 to complete the statue and dedicate it on April 18, 2021, the 75th anniversary of what some have called “the handshake of the century.”

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From left, Ernie Brown, Greg Gulas and Herb Washington are the co-chairs of the committee planning to develop a statue in downtown Youngstown to celebrate the historic 1946 handshake of Jackie Robinson, the first African-American Major League Baseball player, and George ‘Shotgun’ Shuba, his white teammate from Youngstown.

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Connecticut sculptor Marc Mellon recently created a rough early study of the Robinson Shuba statue.

Youngstown Foundation Amphitheatre, where they would enjoy high visibility. Robinson enjoyed a Hall of Fame career with Major League Baseball’s Brooklyn Dodgers, but he played previously with the Dodgers’ minor league affiliate, the Montreal Royals, after a stint in the Negro Leagues. Robinson’s first game with the Royals was a major media event in New Jersey against the Jersey City Giants, with a huge crowd in the stands and the city’s schools ordered closed to mark the occasion. In his second at-bat, with two other Royals on base, Robinson hit a home run. Both teammates who scored on the homer went into the dugout without waiting for Robinson to congratulate him. Shuba, who was on deck, noticed that, so he stepped right up to shake Robinson’s hand just as the future Hall of Famer was crossing home plate. The photo captured that moment – the first handshake of black and white players on a professional baseball diamond.” In our book, George is quoted as saying he didn’t think at the time that shaking a black player’s hand was a big deal,” said Greg Gulas, a retired Youngstown State sports information director and another committee co-chair. “He had played with black and white guys at Chaney High School and in sandlot games in Youngstown for years. He shook Jackie’s hand because he had just hit a three-run homer. George was proud to be Jackie’s teammate for the Royals and the Dodgers, not because Jackie was black but because he was an incredible baseball player.” Ernie Brown, a former Vindicator regional editor and another committee cochair, added, “The fact that George stepped up after his teammates ignored Jackie’s achievement suggests that Youngstown was a little ahead of the game when it came to SEE SHUBA, Page 10

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putting racial differences aside. That is the vision of Youngstown for many, and this statue will remind Mahoning Valley residents and visitors about that vision.” The 1946 handshake drew additional waves of national news coverage in 1996, its 50th anniversary, and in 2014, when George Shuba passed away. A 2014 New York Times called the handshake “a simple,

silent moment in baseball history.” MSNBC commentator Al Sharpton said George Shuba will “always be remembered for how he took the fight against racial injustice into his own hands with that handshake.” Mike Shuba, who serves as a special advisor to the committee, said the framed picture of “the handshake” graced the living room of the family’s home since he was a child and was the only piece of baseball memorabilia his father ever displayed.

George Shuba earned the nickname “Shotgun” because he reliably hit line drives with his consistent, compact swing. During the 1990s and early 2000s, Mike and his father toured schools and youth centers across the United States to talk about the handshake and racial relations in sports.“If my father were still around, he would be so thrilled and so proud,” Mike said. “That handshake with Jackie and the photo of it were among the highlights of his life.”

Marc Mellon, a Connecticut sculptor who has crafted dozens of high-profile bronze works, including those honoring Pope John Paul II, President George H. W. Bush, President Barack Obama and athletes Michael Jordan, Mickey Mantle, Arthur Ashe and Cal Ripken, has agreed to build the RobinsonShuba statue and has also been serving as a special adviser to the committee. He recently completed an early study of the statue. In addition to Washington, Gulas, Brown, Brozik and Mellon, the committee includes: ■ Eric Planey, New York finance executive, former Regional Chamber vice president and Youngstown native; ■ Bergen Giordani, former Regional Chamber and Rich Center for Autism events director and owner of One Hot Cookie stores in Youngstown and Boardman; ■ Julius Oliver, Youngstown 1st Ward Councilman and owner of Kingly Car Wash; ■ Tony Paglia, former Regional Chamber vice president and former Vindicator senior regional editor; ■ Rev. Robin Woodberry, assistant pastor of New Bethel Baptist Church; ■ Tim Callion, business manager for Plumbers & Pipefitters Local 396; ■ Joe Schiavoni, former Ohio state senator and attorney at Schiavoni Law Firm; ■ Nick Chretien, program manager, Economic Action Group. The project committee is also forming a national honorary committee of individuals with national networks who have ties to Robinson, Shuba and/or the Mahoning Valley. Pecchia Communications, a public relations firm in Canfield, is supporting the project on a pro bono basis.

A baseball card depicting George Shuba

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Personal Finance

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Pitfalls, benefits of holiday spending with credit cards Most credit cards allow a grace period within which you may pay for goods and services purchased on a card without paying any interest charges. This feature allows you to defer payment for your purchases and keep your funds in your savings account for an additional 30 days or more.

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sing credit cards for holiday spending is neither good nor bad. They can enable you to take advantage of sales and manage your cash. The danger is that it is very easy to overextend yourself and get into more debt than you can afford to repay. Learning how credit card repayment works will help you avoid paying for this year’s holiday when the next holiday season rolls around.

■ The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) website: https://www.consumerfinance.gov/consumer-tools/credit-cards/ answers/know-your-rights/

Advantages and disadvantages of credit cards The first and most obvious advantage of using a credit card is that it allows you to purchase goods and services without having to pay for them immediately. That feature also may allow you to take advantage of sale prices that may not be available later. Most credit cards allow a grace period within which you may pay for goods and services purchased on a card without paying any interest charges. This feature allows you to defer payment for your purchases and keep your funds in your savings account for an additional 30 days or more. For example, if you take advantage of a 90-day-same-as-cash offer, you can earn interest on money that otherwise would have gone to purchase goods and services. In this way, purchases in December can be paid in January without costing any interest. The disadvantage of using a credit card is if you do not pay off your credit card balance in full within the grace period, you are charged interest from the purchase date until the day you pay off your balance. Every time you use a credit card, you are getting a loan. Credit-card issuers earn interest on the money they loan you when you do not pay off the entire balance of your credit cards each month. The rate of interest charged by creditcard issuers varies, but it is usually much higher than other types like car and home loans. If you make only the minimum payment on your outstanding balances, you will pay the maximum in interest

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while not greatly reducing the principal (purchase price) amount of your debt. Interest charges could easily be greater than any sales price you obtained. Also, some credit cards require you to pay the balance to $0, and not just pay the amount shown as due on your bill, to stop interest charges for all future purchases. So, once you begin paying interest on a credit card, even if you pay the full amount on the due date of your card, you will be charged interest forever.

If you can’t pay…

If you cannot make the minimummonthly payment on your credit cards, or you have made late payments or have exceeded your credit limit, your options are limited. A good first step is to contact creditors directly to try to work out a payment plan. Another alternative if you have multiple credit cards is to seek help from a credit counseling service. A credit counseling service will try to help you devise a plan to pay off the debt and to budget your resources, typically for a small fee. If consumer-credit counseling cannot solve the problem, then it may be time to consult an attorney to determine whether or not bankruptcy is an appropriate solution. You should not take this option lightly. Many attorneys will conduct an initial consultation with you for no charge to determine whether or not you are a candidate for bankruptcy.

tion to collect the amount due. In addition to the actions a credit-card issuer may take listed above, if you are unable to pay your credit-card debt, you could lose the goods you purchased. If you purchase goods with a store credit card (jewelry, electronics or hardware stores) and you default on your payments, the credit-card issuer could repossess what you purchased. As a consumer, you have certain rights to access your credit record as well as dispute any information you may feel is incorrect. Make sure you are informed of these rights as you figure out how to pay off credit-card debt. There are consumer protections in place to safeguard you when you use a credit card. These protections are enforced by About the Author – Anmany federal laws, regulations and agenthony J. DeGirolamo is a cies. For example, your credit-card issuer solo practitioner in Canton cannot penalize you for going over your representing individuals and businesses in bankruptcy credit limit if they allow you to do so, unand debt restructuring. less you explicitly agree to it. To learn more Articles appearing in this about how you are protected when you use column are intended to provide broad, general a credit card, check out: information about the law. This article is not

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Holiday Cheer Holiday Happenings in the Mahoning Valley

• Family Activities • Holiday Displays • Benefits & Fundraisers • Dinners & Performances • Music, Theater & Stage • Hikes, Runs & Skating • Christmas History Homeplate for the Holidays!

Holiday Happenings in the Mahoning Valley

he Christmas season brings a rush of holiday activities and we've compiled the best of the season. Our “Holiday Cheer” guide covers the Mahoning and Shenango valleys and is jam-packed with events. We have holiday activities for families, major events, music, theatrical productions, fundraisers, Christmas dinners, holiday sales, and winter hikes. The “Holiday Cheer” guide covers the weekend before Thanksgiving and continues through early January. Be safe, enjoy the holidays and let us know what you think.

Holiday Activities: Children, Families Festival of Trees. The McKinley Memorial Museum, 40 N. Main St., Niles 44446. View a variety of trees decorated by the local community and vote on your favorite. Those interested in participating can visit https:// mckinleybirthplacemuseum.org/events/festivalof-trees/. Voting ends at 4 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 14. Winners will be announced the week of Dec. 15. Trees are available for a viewing during museum hours until Jan. 10, including Saturday, Dec. 14. 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Dec. 10-Jan. 10. Winter Scavenger Hunt. Ford Nature Center, Mill Creek MetroParks, 840 Old Furnace Road, Youngstown 44511. 330-740-7107. Bring the family for a winter scavenger hunt. Held TuesdaysSaturdays through Dec. 31. Christmas on the Square. Courthouse Square, 143 North Diamond St., Mercer, Pa. 724-662-4185. 6-8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 6. Pics with Santa. Poland United Methodist Church, 1940 Boardman Poland Road, Poland 44514. 330-757-1553. Includes a light breakfast, elf work shop, and letters to Santa. 9:30 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 7. Do You Want to Build a Snowman. Boardman Library, 7680 Glenwood Ave. 330-744-8636. www. libraryvisit.org. Children in grades K-4 are invited to celebrate winter weather with Disney's “Frozen.” 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 7. Storytime with Mrs. Claus. Brookfield Branch Library, 7032 Grove St., Brookfield. 330-448-8134. All ages are welcome for an afternoon of holiday crafts and a special storytime with Mrs. Claus. Registration required. 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7. Christmas in the Barn. Scotland Yards Greenhouse, Inc., 12555 Fry Road, Edinboro, Pa. 16412. 814-7346700. Christmas crafts, cookies, and the chance for a family photo taken by Holly Jane Photography. Call or text 814-460-5484 to reserve a spot for a family photo. $45 (family Christmas Experience and Photo package). 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7.

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YSU Carols & Cocoa and Dana Holiday Concert: 7 p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 4 at Stambaugh Auditorium in Youngstown Holly Jolly Rudolph Party. Austintown Library, 600 South Raccoon Road. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. Children of all ages will make Rudolph-inspired crafts while watching the classic holiday television special. 6 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 11. Tales for Tots: When It Starts to Snow. MetroParks Farm, Mill Creek MetroParks, 7574 Columbiana-Canfield Road, Canfield 44406. Call FRG at 330-740-7116. Children ages 2-3, with an adult, will learn what animals do when it starts to snow. Register by Dec. 11 and learn through a story, craft, and outdoor discovery. 10-11 a.m. Friday, Dec. 13. $4. Is Santa a Troll? The Troll Hole Museum, 228 E. Main St., Alliance 44601. 330-596-1157. The museum will be decorated for the holidays. Includes tours and a scavenger hunt. 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 14. Reindeer Party. Springfield Library, 10418 Main St., New Middletown 44442. www.libraryisit.org. Grades K-4 can celebrate winter with programs and activities with a Disney "Frozen" theme. 11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 14. Prance Around the Tree: Family Dance Party. Main Library, 444 Mahoning Ave., N.W., Warren. 330-399-8807, ext. 206. 11 a.m. Families with kids ages 0-6 are invited to dance, march, clap and sing to seasonal tunes. Registration required. Free. 11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 14. A Cortland Holiday Celebration. Cortland Branch Library, 578 Lakeview Drive, Cortland. 330638-6335. All ages are invited to get in the holiday spirit with crafts, refreshments, and a visit from Santa. 6 p.m. Monday, Dec. 16. A Polar Cocoa Party. Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit. org. A hot cocoa buffet and holiday movie for the whole family. 6 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 17. The Magic of Christmas. Eastwood Mall

Complex, 5555 Youngstown Warren Road, Niles. 330-652-6980. A Christmas concert for all ages. 11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 21. Noon Year’s Eve. Brookfield Branch Library, 7032 Grove St., Brookfield. 330-448-8134. Children of all ages are invited to ring in the new year with crafts, snacks, and a balloon drop at noon. Fancy dress encouraged but not required. Registration required. 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 31. Noon Year’s Eve Party. Main Library, 444 Mahoning Ave., N.W., Warren. 330-399-8807, ext. 206. Children of all ages are invited to celebrate New Year’s Eve with music, games, crafts, snack, and a countdown to the noon “balloon drop.” Fancy dress encouraged but not required. Registration required. 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 31.

Holiday Activities: Visits from Santa Breakfast with Santa Claus. Piccadilly Parlour Victorian Tea Room, 114 S. Broad St., Canfield 44406. 330-533-4749. Reservations are required. Featuring a breakfast with Santa Claus. Cameras welcome. $17.95 (per child), $18.95 (per adult). 9-11 a.m. Sundays, Dec. 1, 8, and 15. Santa’s Winter Barn. MetroParks Farm, Mill Creek MetroParks, 7574 Columbiana-Canfield Road, Canfield 44406. 330-533-7572. Santa will bring some of his animal friends from around the world for a visit. This is also a photo opportunity to sign in his sleigh and see a reindeer. Dress for the weather. $1 (children’s craft option). 11 a.m.-2

p.m. Sunday, Dec. 1. Happy Howland Holiday. Howland Branch Library, 9095 E. Market St., Warren. 330-856-2011. A celebration of the holidays for all ages with a visit from Santa, songs, holiday crafts, and more. Howland native and Miss Ohio 2004 Amanda Beagle will perform. 6 p.m. (event begins), 6:30 p.m. (Santa), 7 p.m. (music). Wednesday, Dec. 4. A Community Breakfast for All with Santa! St. Paul's Catholic Church, 10143 Main St., New Middletown. 330-740-6086. Have breakfast and take a picture with Santa at this fundraising event for Springfield Library. Bring a camera. 9-11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 7. $10-$5, free (children age 2 and under). Pics with Santa. Poland United Methodist Church, 1940 Boardman Poland Road, Poland 44514. 330-757-1553. Includes a light breakfast, elf work shop, and letters to Santa. 9:30 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 7. An Olde Town Christmas. Held on S. Broad Street in Grove City, Pa. Call 724-458-0301 for more information. Includes merchant specials, basket giveaways, carolers, hayrides, Christmas lights and a visit from Santa. Noon-5 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7. Open House with Santa. Lawrence County Historical Society, 408 N. Jefferson St., New Castle, Pa. 16101. 724-658-4022. Santa will visit the mansion, providing children with picture taking opportunities. Includes free tours, refreshments and treat bags. Open to the public. 1-3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7. Christmas Light Parade. Held on Main Street in Greenville, Pa. Call 724-588-7150 for more information. Featuring lights and music to herald in the season and welcome Santa. Visit with Santa after the parade. 5 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7. Christmas Party 2019. Lowellville Rod & Gun Club, 6225 Quarry Road, Lowellville 44436. Call Barbara at 330-758-9351 for reservations. Santa will arrive around 1 p.m. by fire truck with a gift for each child. Includes food at noon, a client auction for adults, and more. Please make sure to bring a wrapped gift for each child with their names clearly written on them. Noon. Sunday, Dec. 8. The Magic of Christmas. Sharon Medical Group, 63 Pitt St., Sharon, Pa. 16146. 724-9775931. Cookies, cocoa, and more presented by Primary Health Network. Meet Santa and Disney princesses Anna and Elsa. Open to the public. Free transportation available for those in need. 5:30-7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 12. Breakfast with Santa. Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek MetroParks, 123 McKinley Ave., Youngstown 44509. 330-740-7116. Celebrate the season with Santa with a kid-friendly breakfast by Inspired Catering by Kravitz. Santa will also be available for photographs. Reservations required due to limited seating. All children must be accompanied by a registered adult. All children must be pre-registered as well. 9-10:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14. $16-10.50 (adults and children over age 2), free (age 2 and under).

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Theatre and concert tickets make the perfect holiday gifts!

The Robins Theatre opened on January 9, 1923. The Grand Re-Opening is Thursday, January 9, 2020. Don’t miss this very special evening!

GRAND RE-OPENING!

— 3 WAYS TO GET YOUR TICKETS —

1. ONLINE: www.robinstheatre.com 2. BY PHONE: 234.430.0005 M–F 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 3. BOX OFFICE: 160 E. Market St. Warren, OH 44481; M–F 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

LISA LAMPANELLI’S LOSIN’ IT A Night of Laughs Fri., Jan. 10, 2020 at 8 p.m.

FIREFALL, PURE PRAIRIE LEAGUE & ORLEANS Sat., Jan. 11, 2020 at 8 p.m.

ABBA MANIA

ABBA’s Timeless Songs Thurs., Jan. 23, 2020 at 8 p.m.

ANIMANIACS IN CONCERT!

Featuring Rob Paulsen & Randy Rogel Sat., Feb. 22, 2020 at 8 p.m.

Individual tickets are available online and at the Robins Theatre Box Office. Season tickets are available only at the Box Office.

WISH YOU WERE HERE

The Sight & Sound of Pink Floyd Sat., Feb. 29, 2020 at 8 p.m.

SHREK THE MUSICAL

Fri. & Sat., March 13 & 14, 2020 at 8 p.m.; Sun., March 15, 2020 at 3 p.m. – matinee

40th Anniversary Tour Sat., Jan. 18, 2020 at 8 p.m.

DEAN LIVES

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The New Dean Martin Tribute Show VALENTINE’S DAY! Fri., Feb. 14, 2020 at 8 p.m.

BLUE OYSTER CULT

Fri. & Sat., May 29 & 30, 2020 at 8 p.m.; Sun., May 31, 2020 at 3 p.m. – matinee

DONNIE IRIS & THE CRUISERS

AMERICA

Sun., March 8, 2020 at 7:30 p.m.

HEATHERS THE MUSICAL

Thurs., Jan. 9, 2020 at 7:30 p.m.

50th Anniversary Tour Fri., Jan. 17, 2020 at 8 p.m.

THE ODD COUPLE

Starring Jim Loboy & Len Rome Fri. & Sat., Feb. 7 & 8, 2020 at 8 p.m Sun., Feb. 9, 2020 at 1 p.m. – matinee

— FEATURING —

BIG BAD VOODOO DADDY

POCO & ATLANTA RHYTHM SECTION Fri., March 20, 2020 at 8 p.m.

BE MORE CHILL

Fri. & Sat., July 31 & Aug. 1, 2020 at 8 p.m.; Sun., Aug. 2, 2020 at 3 p.m. – matinee

The Journey Tribute Sat., Feb. 15, 2020 at 8 p.m.

JONNY LANG

Blues Rock Guitarist Singer-Songwriter Tues., April 28, 2020 at 8 p.m.

THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW Fri. & Sat., Oct. 30 & 31,, 2020 at 7 p.m. & midnight

HAIRSPRAY

Fri. & Sat., Dec. 11 & 12, 2020 at 8 p.m.; Sun., Dec. 13, 2020 at 3 p.m. – matinee

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and decorate a miniature gingerbread house. Registration required. 6:30 p.m. Monday, Dec. 9. Winter Arrangement. Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek MetroParks, 123 McKinley Ave., Youngstown 44509. 330-740-7116. Register by Dec. 8 for this class with Judy Stanislaw. Make a silk arrangement in celebration of the changing season. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 10. $26-24. Holiday Still Life Painting in Oil Workshop. The Hoyt, 124 E. Leasure Ave., New Castle, Pa. 16101. 724-652-2882. Ages 16 and older will join Nancy Hawkins to create a festive holiday still life in oil paint. All materials included. 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 14. $55-$70. Craft Program: Fill-and-Build Ornaments. Howland Branch Library, 9095 E. Market St., Warren. 330-856-2011. Local artist Lisa Vulovich will lead participants in decorating glass ornaments by stuffing them with different materials. All supplies

Crafts for Families Gingerbread House Decorating. Liberty Branch Library, 415 Churchill-Hubbard Road, Youngstown. 330-759-2589. Children ages 6-12 will build a holiday candy cottage. Supplies provided. Bring a cookie sheet to carry the creation home. Registration required. 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 5. Winter Mystery. Austintown Library, 600 South Raccoon Road. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit. org. A mystery holiday craft program for adults and teens. Supplies will be provided. Registration required. 6:30 p.m. Monday, Dec. 9.

provided. For adults. Registration required. 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14.

Reindeer Party. Greenford Library, 7441 S. Range Road, Salem 44460. 330-744-8636. www. libraryvisit.org. Grades K-4 can celebrate winter with programs and activities with a Disney “Frozen” theme. 4 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 11. Christmas Craft Party. Michael Kusalaba Library, 2815 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown. 330744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org.Kids of all ages are invited to make a decoration at this holiday program. Children under age 7 must be with an adult. 6 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 11. Repurposed Book Angel. Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown. 330-744-8636. www. libraryvisit.org. Adults and teens will make a decorative angel from a previously loved book. 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 12. Art’s Club Workshop. The Hoyt, 124 E. Leasure Ave., New Castle, Pa. 16101. 724-652-2882. www. hoytartcenter.org/youth-art-club. Children and teens, ages 3-16, will explore new subjects and materials each month. This month’s theme is “Simple Snow Globes.” Engineer a snow globe from plastic cups. Free to Hoyt youth and family members. Registration required. $10-free. 11 a.m.12:30 p.m. (ages 3-7 and 8-12), 1-2:30 p.m. (ages 13-16), Saturday, Dec. 14. Make a Gingerbread Man. Canfield Library, 43 W. Main St. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvist.org. Children of all ages will create and eat their own gingerbread man. Also includes a gingerbread craft and drawing. Registration required. Noon. Saturday, Dec. 14. Build Your Own Gingerbread House. Main Library, 444 Mahoning Ave., N.W., Warren. 330399-8807, ext. 200. Adults will learn how to build a gingerbread house out of Graham crackers, frosting, and candies. All supplies provided. Registration required. 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14. Gingerbread Workshop. Eastwood Mall Complex, 5555 Youngstown Warren Road, Niles. 330-652-6980. To register, call Gail at 330-2197833. Create a gingerbread house for display in the Art Outreach Gallery through Dec. 23. Children will be able to pick up their work on Saturday, Dec. 23 to take home. All workshops take place in the Eastwood Mall Center Court in front of Macy’s. Registration required. $5. 10 a.m.-noon (children ages 5-9) and 1-3 p.m. (ages 10-15). Saturday, Dec. 14. Build Your Own Gingerbread House. Main Library, 444 Mahoning Ave., N.W., Warren. 330399-8807, ext. 200. Adults will learn how to build

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‘Memories of Christmas Past’: Tuesday through Sunday at the Arms Family Museum in Youngstown. Now through Jan. 5. a gingerbread house out of Graham crackers, frosting, and candies. All supplies provided. Registration required. 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14. Listen and Create. Brownlee Woods Library, 4010 Sheridan Road, Youngstown. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. Children of all ages are invited to listen to a story and create a holiday craft. 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14. Christmas Craft Party. Austintown Library, 600 South Raccoon Road. 330-744-8636. www. libraryvisit.org. Kids of all ages are invited to make a decoration at this holiday program. Children under age 7 must be with an adult. 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14. Winter Mystery. Michael Kusalaba Library, 2815 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown. 330-744-8636. www. libraryvisit.org. A mystery holiday craft program for adults and teens. Supplies will be provided. Registration required. 3:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14. Gingerbread House Holiday Program. Poland Library, 311 S. Main St. 330-744-8636. www. libraryvisit.org. The whole family is invited to build and decorate a miniature gingerbread house using graham crackers, icing, gumdrops, and more. Registration required. 6:30 p.m. Monday, Dec. 16. Sprout Club. Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek MetroParks, 123 McKinley Ave., Youngstown 44509. 330-740-7116. Register by Dec. 17 for this hands-on activities for children ages 3-5 with an adult. Featuring gingerbread, cows, and pasta. $15 (series), $7 (per class). 1-2 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 19, Jan. 16 and Feb. 20. Holiday Yarn Tree. Austintown Library, 600 South Raccoon Road. 330-744-8636. www. libraryvisit.org. Teens and pre-teens will create a Yarn Tree. Supplies provided. Registration required. 11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 21. Listen and Create. Struthers Library, 95 Poland Ave., Struthers. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvist. org. Children of all ages can listen to a story and create a holiday craft. 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 21.

Crafts for Adults Winter Totes. Michael Kusalaba Library, 2815 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown. 330-744-8636. www. libraryvisit.org. Adults and teens will use the heat press to add a winter design on a tote. Images and materials provided. Participants must have attended the Markerspace Orientation. Basic computer skills needed. 11 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 3. Holiday Evergreen Wreath. Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek MetroParks, 123 McKinley Ave., Youngstown 44509. 330-740-7116. Create a wreath with fresh pine, greens, and seasonal colors with Judy Stanislaw. Register by Dec. 1. 6:30-8 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 3. $28-26. Cross Stitch Ornaments. Canfield Library, 43 W. Main St. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvist.org. Adults and teens will create a winter craft: hand-stitched winter ornament. Supplies provided. Registration required. 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 4. Holiday Ornament-Making Workshop. Carriage House, Arms Family Museum, 648 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44502. 330-743-2589. MVHS will lead a holiday ornament-making workshop for all ages. There will be designs and crafts for all ability levels, including the most experienced crafters. Traci Manning, MVHS Curator of Education, is the instructor. Noon-4 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 8. Laser Engraved Ornaments. Michael Kusalaba Library, 2815 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown. 330-7448636. www.libraryvisit.org. Adults and teens will learn how to use the laser engraver to create an ornament. Materials provided. Participants must have attended the Markerspace Orientation. Basic computer skills needed. Registration required. 6 p.m. Monday, Dec. 9. Teen Gingerbread House Holiday Program. Poland Library, 311 S. Main St. 330-744-8636. www. libraryvisit.org. Teens in grades 7-12 will build

Indoor Displays Nativity Display. Villa Maria Community Center, 288 Villa Drive, Villa Maria, Pa. For more information, visit humilityofmary.org or call 724-964-8920, ext. 3348. Villa Maria will present a holiday dinner as part of its annual Nativity Display, which features hundreds of nativity sets from around the world. Admission to the Nativity Display is free. A roast beef dinner (vegetarian option available) will occur from noon to 4 p.m. both Sundays. The Nativity Display is from noon to 5 p.m. The event also includes entertainment from local musicians and choirs and items for purchase from The Villa Farm and Villa Shoppe. Noon-4 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 1, 8. Dinners are $5-15 and can be purchased in advance at The Villa Shoppe during regular shop hours or at the door. Memories of Christmas Past. Arms Family Museum, 648 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44502. 330743-2589. This season's overall theme will be “By the Fireside.” The seven-room display features a blend of new and vintage objects. From European to Asian influences, 19th century to Mid-Century Modern, each room is designed to showcase the many ways Christmas is celebrated. Noon-4 p.m., Tuesday through Sunday. Nov. 23-Jan. 5.

Kraynak’s Santa’s Christmasland. Kraynak’s, 2525 E. State St., Hermitage, Pa. 16148. 724-4374511. Featuring over 75 decorated Christmas trees and animated figures. Held through Dec. 31. Free. 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Mondays-Saturdays and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sundays. Celebration of Christmas. Hermitage Historical Society Stewart House, 5465 East State St., Hermitage, Pa. 16148. 724-877-7996. Features over 30 decorated trees throughout the house. Donations welcome. Free. 5-8 p.m. Fridays and 1-5 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays, Dec. 1, 6-8, and 13-15.

Winter Celebration: The Magical Woods. Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek MetroParks, 123 McKinley Ave., Youngstown 44509. 330-7407116. See the land of gnomes, fairy families and other mythical creatures throughout the Davis Center lobby. Activities also include a holiday tree walk, scavenger hunt, and peek at the season’s flowers. Sponsored by WKBN. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 1-Dec. 29.

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HOLIDAY CHEER, From Page 17 Peppermint Wonderland. Outta Theatre, 109 Blair St., Grove City, Pa. 16127. www.outtatheatre. com. Occurs during The Olde Town Christmas Cookie Crawl. See the theater’s transformation into Peppermint Wonderland. Includes music provided by piano students, homemade Christmas décor and candles available for purchase and more. Noon-6 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7. A Journey to Bethlehem: Live Nativity. Disciples Christian Church, 565 Boardman-Canfield Road (U.S. Route 224 across from the Giant Eagle). Boardman 44512. For more information, call the church office at 330-758-8189 or email disciplescc. boardman@gmail.com. This walk-through drama recreates the sights and sounds of the Bethlehem at the time of Christ’s birth. Includes scriptural accounts, live animals, crafts, cookies and cocoa. Includes an indoor stable backdrop where children can dress up as Mary and Joseph or be in the stable. 1-3 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 8. Festival of Trees. The McKinley Memorial Museum, 40 N. Main St., Niles 44446. View a variety of trees decorated by the local community and vote on your favorite. Those interested in participating can visit https:// mckinleybirthplacemuseum.org/events/festivalof-trees/. Voting ends at 4 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 14. Winners will be announced the week of Dec. 15. Trees are available for a viewing during museum hours until Jan. 10, including Saturday, Dec. 14. 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Dec. 10-Jan. 10. Christmas Music at the Gardens. Fellows Riverside Gardens, 123 McKinley Ave., Youngstown 44509. 330-740-7116. View the Fellows Christmas Tree display and listen to the sounds of holiday classics. 5 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 28.

Lighting of the Village. Poland Library, 311 S. Main St. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. Includes Christmas songs (until 6 p.m.), crafts (starting at 6 p.m.) and stories for the whole family. 5:30-7 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14.

Holiday Dances Christmas Show 2019. Fred Astaire Dance Studios, 5090 Market St., Boardman 44512. 330-788-3200. Youngstown@fredastaire.com. Featuring live ballroom and Latin performances. Performances benefit Akron Children Hospital. 6 p.m. Friday, Dec. 13. Friendly Squares Dance Club’s Christmas Dinner Dance. Niles SCOPE Center, 14 E. State St., Niles. For additional information call Gene at 330-506-3370. To RSVP for dinner, call Frankie at 330-506-3370. Includes dinner for members only. Please bring a covered dish to share. Following dinner will be Square Dancing. Gene Hammond and Neil Harner will be the callers with Frankie Hammond cuing the line dances. There will be a High/Low dance with alternating tips for new dancers currently taking lessons. Dress is casual. $6 (dance). 6-7:30 p.m. (dinner), 7:30-10 p.m. (dance). Saturday, Dec. 14.

Christmas Dinners, Performances

Outdoor Displays Joy of Christmas Holiday Light Display. Ice Castle in Harvey S. Firestone Recreational Park, 338 E. Park Ave., Columbiana. 330-482-2282. www. tourcolumbianaohio.com. Includes a light display with stops at the Gingerbread House, crafts, face-painting, a collection of 100 decorated gingerbread houses, coloring contest, live music, Mrs. Santa's Story Time and more. Also includes a Christmas Parade (Nov. 22). $10-2. 6-9 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 1, Thursday-Sunday, Dec. 5-8, and Thursday-Thursday, Dec. 12 and 26. Youngstown Holiday Parade & Tree Lighting. Central Square, 100 Federal Plaza East, Downtown Youngstown 44503. 330-742-4040. www.youngstowncityscape.com. Presented by the City of Youngstown and Youngstown CityScape. 4 p.m. Friday, Dec. 6. Winter Nights. Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek MetroParks, 123 McKinley Ave., Youngstown 44509. 330-740-7116. See the outdoor light display and unicorn games and crafts. $1 (craft fee). 5-7 p.m. Saturdays, Dec. 7, 14, 21 and 28. Canfield Lighting of the Green. Canfield Library, 43 W. Main St. 330-744-8636. www. libraryvist.org. Includes children's activities in the meeting room. 6-8 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7.

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Nativity Display & Holiday Dinner. Villa Maria Community Center, 288 Villa Drive, Villa Maria, Pa. For more information, visit humilityofmary. org or call 724-964-8920, ext. 3348. Villa Maria will present a holiday dinner as part of its annual Nativity Display, which features hundreds of nativity sets from around the world. Admission to the Nativity Display is free. A roast beef dinner (vegetarian option available) will occur from noon to 4 p.m. both Sundays. The Nativity Display is from noon to 5 p.m. The event includes entertainment from local musicians and choirs and items for purchase. Noon-4 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 1, 8. Dinners are $5-15 and can be purchased in advance at The Villa Shoppe during regular shop hours or at the door. Unto Us: The Nativity Story. Dutch Village Event Center, inside the Best Western Plus Dutch Haus Inn & Suites, 150 E. Ohio Route 14, Columbiana 44408. 330-482-5050. For tickets, call 866-4825050, ext. 425. Join Mary and Joseph on their journey of faith as they experience the events leading to Jesus’ birth in Bethlehem. The matinee performance includes a four-course plated lunch. Noon, Thursday, Dec. 5 and 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 6. $51.50-41.50. The Vintage Carolers. Gervasi Vineyard, 1700 55th St., N.E., Canton 44721. 330-497-1000. This holiday event features meals, wine, horse-drawn carriage rides, and vintage carols. Reservations recommended. 7-11 p.m. Friday, Dec. 6.

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Tapestries of Ohio ‘Christmas Madrigal Dinner and Show’: 1 p.m. and 6:30 pm., Saturday, Dec. 7 at Stambaugh Auditorium in Youngstown Christmas Madrigal Dinner and Show. Stambaugh Auditorium, 1000 Fifth Ave., Youngstown 44504. 330-259-0555. The invent features authentic music, costumes, and dining that recreates the mood of a Madrigal celebration. With each performance, a meal will be served in the Anne K. Christman Hall, featuring roasted pork, herb-crusted chicken, potato medley, wild rice blend, strawberry rhubarb crisp and beverages will be provided. A cash bar will be available. Tapestries of Ohio, Inc. is a non-profit, self-sustaining organization. 1 p.m. and 6:30 pm., Saturday, Dec. 7. Olde English Feast. Tara - A Country Inn, 2844 Lake Road, Clark, Pa. 16113. 724-962-3535. Featuring the annual performance by the Shenango Valley Chorale Madrigal Singers, a family style dinner with Renaissance style cuisine, and period entertainment. 7 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7. $45. The American Slovak Cultural Association of the Mahoning Valley's Annual Vilija Dinner. St. Nicholas Byzantine Center at the Grove, 3801 Shady Run Road, Youngstown. For tickets and information contact Loretta at 330-549-3760 or e-mail loretta. ekoniak@gmail.com. Featuring the traditional Slovak Christmas Eve meal (fish, pirohy, and kolace), musical entertainment and more. Tickets will not be sold at the door. 4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 8. $25. Holiday Fireside Luncheon. Sebring Mansion Inn & Spa, 385 West Ohio Ave., Sebring 44672. Call 330-938-0423 for reservations. A holiday luncheon featuring entertainment by Cahal Dunne. Dinner includes: turkey with stuffing and mashed potatoes, braised beef with mashed potatoes, or seafood St. Jacques with Risotto. Price includes valet parking, coat check, welcome Champagne, appetizers, lunch, dessert, and entertainment. Noon-4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 15. $75. The 59th Annual Boar's Head & Yule Log Festival. St. John's Episcopal Church, 323 Wick Ave., Youngstown. 330-743-3175. www.stjohnohio. org. A traditional roast beef with wassail. Featuring the Boar's Head & Yule Log Festival Choir & Brass. Includes bagpipers, drummers, and cast of parishioners dressed in medieval costume. $25-10. 12:30 p.m. (dinner), 1:30 p.m. (performance) and 3 p.m. (dinner), 4 p.m. (performance) Sunday, Jan. 5.

Holiday Benefits, Fundraisers

Donation Drop Off. Apostolakis Honda, 3156 Elm Road, Cortland 44410. 800-900-4600. Nonperishable food items can be dropped off during business hours for distribution to the Second Harvest Food Bank of the Mahoning Valley, which distributes food to 160 organizations in the tricounty area. Donation Drop Off. Shenango Honda,3965 E. State St., Hermitage, Pa. 16148. 800-858-0849. Donations will be accepted during business hours for the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve "Toys for Tots" program, which provides holiday gifts for needy children in Mahoning and Trumbull counties. Bring an unwrapped toy to help a local family. JAMV's Third Annual Designer Bag Bingo. The Metroplex Expo Center, 1620 Motor Inn Drive, Girard 44420. For more information, call the JA office at 330-539-5268. https://mahoningvalley. ja.org. A fundraiser held by and benefiting the Junior Achievement of Mahoning Valley, which provides special programming for students in grades k-12. Includes 15 rounds of bingo, 50/50 raffle, wine pull, and more. $40. 5 p.m. (doors open), 6:30 p.m. (event). Friday, Dec. 6. The Santa Shuffle. Held throughout Downtown Youngstown and headquartered at The Draught House, 219 West Federal St. Downtown Youngstown, 44503. Features live music, food and drink specials and benefits local charities. Includes a “12 Days of Christmas’ auction at the Draught House. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7. A Filthy Christmas: Toys for Tots Christmas Show. Westside Bowl, 2617 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown 44509. Edorra’s annual Toys for Tots Christmas show. Featuring Cold Concrete,

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HOLIDAY CHEER, From Page 19 Sleepers, 156/Silence, and Trephine. $10 admission or free with toy donation. 7 p.m. (doors open), 8 p.m. (show starts). Saturday, Dec. 7. O Come, All Ye Faithful Christmas Concert. Poland Presbyterian Church, 2 Poland Manor, Youngstown 44514. Hosted by Rescue Mission of Mahoning Valley. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 15. Evergreen & Holly: A Christmas Benefit for the Salvation Army. Jeanne D. Tyler Ballroom of Stambaugh Auditorium, 1000 Fifth Ave., Youngstown 44504. 330-747-5175. Presented by A.C. Jones, two-time Music Row Country Breakfast Chart Top 40 artist. Jones will be performing Christmas songs. Includes a holiday dinner. 6 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 21.

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Holiday Hikes, Runs & Skating Christmas at the Mill Hike. Meet at School Recreation Area, Mill Creek MetroParks, Youngstown. An after-Thanksgiving, 2-mile hike to visit Christmas at the Mill. 1-3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 1. New Castle Night. Hess Ice Rink, 3365 Mitchell Road, New Castle, Pa. 16105. A night of ice skating with entertainment by the New Castle Area School District Music Department. $5-free. 4 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 12. Goodbye Autumn, Hello Winter. Ford Nature Center, Mill Creek MetroParks, 840 Old Furnace Road, Youngstown 44511. 330-740-7107. Take in the sights, sounds, and scents of the new season during this moderate, 3-mile hike around Lake Cohasset, the “place of pines.” 2-4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 15. Winter Begins. Meet at Calvary Run Parking area, Mill Creek, MetroParks. Call WRA at 330-7407114 for more information on this moderate, 1-mile hike. 6-7:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 21. The Resolution Run. LindenPointe Innovative Business Campus, 3580 Innovation Way, Hermitage, Pa. 16148. This 5K run/walk supports the LDC, a non-profit organization, which fosters small business development in the region. 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 28.

Holiday Sales, & Open Houses FaLaLa at the Ward. Ward Bakery Building, 1024 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown 44502. Featuring unique, local artisans with paintings, jewelry, sculptures, pottery, fiber art, soap, mixed media, photography, and more for sale. The event will also include music. In addition, the event will offer “Gallery Talks” with Mary Lou Alexander (contemporary quilts artist on Nov. 23 at 2 p.m.)

‘Build Your Own Gingerbread House’: 2 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 14, Warren-Trumbull Public Library, 444 Mahoning Ave., N.W., Warren. Adults will learn how to build a gingerbread house out of Graham crackers, frosting, and candies. Registration required. and Georgia Tambasis (funky ceramics and more on Nov. 30 at 2 p.m.). Food options include a Vegan Bazar pop-up, artisan bread, local honey, and food trucks. An exhibition of 50 skateboard decks from Bliss Kids Collective will also be on display. Noon-5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 23-Sunday, Nov. 24 and Saturday, Nov. 30-Sunday, Dec. 1. Holiday Craft Show and Tuba Christmas. Stambaugh Auditorium, 1000 Fifth Ave., Youngstown 44504. 330-747-5175. A craft show featuring local artisans and crafters will be held before and after the 46th annual Tuba Christmas Concert in the Jeanne D. Tyler Grand Ballroom. 11 a.m. Sunday, Dec. 1. Holiday Bazaar Vendor and Craft Event. Jewish Community Center, 505 Gypsy Lane, Youngstown. 330-746-3251. Featuring crafts, jewelry, cosmetics, soaps, and more for purchase. Guests will also have the opportunity to participate in a basket raffle and 50/50. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 1. PLYMC Local Author, Musicians and Artists Event. Poland Library, 311 S. Main St. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. Local authors, musicians and artist will display their work, which will be for sale. 6 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 5. Holiday Flea. DeYor Performing Arts Center, 260 W. Federal St., Youngstown 44503. Hosted by the Youngstown Flea. 4-9 p.m., Friday, Dec. 6 and 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 7. Artist Group Show. The Soap Gallery, 117 S. Champion St., Downtown Youngstown. 330-2400723. A group show featuring local and regional artists. Includes illustrations, paintings and sculptures that will be available for purchase. 6-10 p.m. Friday, Dec. 6. UPSK Annual Once Upon a Christmas Craft Show. Ursuline Preschool and Kindergarten, 4300 Shields Road, Canfield 44406. 330-792-4150. The 31st annual craft show featuring over 100 vendors, bake sale, concessions, chinese auction baskets and 50/50 raffle. 9 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 7. Jamestown Elementary 10th Annual Holiday Craft Show. Jamestown Elementary School, 3938 Douthett Drive, Jamestown, Pa. 16134. 724-932-3181. Featuring vendors, holiday crafts, candies, arts, and more. 9 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 7.

Trumbull Art Gallery Christmas Open House. Trumbull Art Gallery, 158 N. Park Ave., Warren 44481. 330-395-4876. Features an arts-and-crafts market, demonstrations, and tours of the galleries and ceramics studio tours. 10 a.m.-9 p.m., Friday, Dec. 6 and 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 7. 49th Annual American Holiday at The Butler Arts & Crafts Show. Butler Institute of American Art, 524 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44502. For more information, email artsandcraftshow@butlerart. com or call Wayne at 330-743-1107, ext. 1313. Featuring work by artists and artisans that will be available for purchase. The show kicks off with a member’s exclusive private preview party on Friday, Dec. 6, then opens to the public Saturday and Sunday. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7 and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 8. 4th Annual Faith's Christmas Kraft Show & Breast Cancer Benefit. Southington Middle School, 2482 State Route OH-534, Southington 44470. 330-898-7480. Includes over 40 vendors, basket auction, food, and pictures with Santa. 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 7. Heart & Home for the Holidays. Cuyahoga Falls Natatorium, 2345 4th St., Cuyahoga Falls 44221. 330-971-8080. The last market of the season supporting local artisans and crafters. Donations of unwrapped toys will be accepted for disadvantaged children and their families. Each toy donation will result in a five free raffle tickets for a chance to win handmade items. Proceeds will be donated to Toys for Tots. 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 7. 4th Annual Holiday Craft & Vendor Show. Scottish Rite Cathedral, 110 E. Lincoln Ave., New Castle, Pa. 16101. 724-654-6683. Over 100 vendors expected. Includes entertainment, pictures with Santa, Whoville Stand-ups, and a special holiday guest. 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 7. $1. Poinsettia and Green Arts Sale. Rockefeller Park Greenhouse, 750 E. 88th St., Cleveland 44108. 216-664-2512. An indoor farmer’s market featuring unique items for sale. Including Peace Love Peace Love & Knitting by Emma Rose, Alcohol Paintings by MA Thesing, Zolten Wood Design by Linda Zolten Wood, Ceramic Food Ware Home Accessories, Knitted Cowls & The Collinwood Painted Rain Barrel Project, unique

jewelry, cards, toys, food vendors (David Munford Smoky Sweet Soul), and more. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7. Gingerbread House Display & Competition. Pittsburgh City-County Building, 414 Grant St., Pittsburgh 15219. Houses will be on display until Jan. 3. Hours: 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Mondays-Saturdays and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sundays. Hours change for holidays. 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 7. Holiday Art Market at The Factory. The Landing Sharon, 32 W. State St., Sharon, Pa. 16146. 724-983-4081. A one-day pop-up indie art fair in the renovated front lobby of The Landing. Featuring unique goods from independent artists. Includes The Bluegrass Kitchen Mobile Café and Music Venue providing food. Admission fee benefits Studio Forget-Me-Not. $1. Noon-6 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7. Open House with Santa. Lawrence County Historical Society, 408 N. Jefferson St., New Castle, Pa. 16101. 724-658-4022. Santa will visit the mansion, providing children with picture taking opportunities. Includes free tours, refreshments and treat bags. Open to the public. Free. 1-3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7. First Snow. Robin’s Theatre, 160 E. Market St., Warren 44481. The spirit of Christmas will be come to life through this Rock Holiday show for all ages. Features a 12-member ensemble with lights and video. $19-39. 7 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7. Holiday Party & Stash Swap. Gwen Erin Natural Fibers, 44 N. Main St., Hubbard 44425. 330269-9511. Clear out your unwanted yarn, tools, books and more for a group swap. Bring a small gift ($10 value) to exchange. It can be something you made. Also includes a raffle and potluck. Bring a treat to share. 6 p.m. Friday, Dec. 13. Holiday Craft Show and Vendor Expo. Austintown Senior Center, 112 Westchester Drive, Austintown 44515. The 7th annual show includes over 70 vendors, raffles, food, and photos with Santa. Free admission. 9 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 14. St. Edwards Craft Show. St. Edwards Church, 240 Tod Lane, Youngstown 44504. 330-743-2308. Includes holiday carols, concessions, and artisans from across the valley. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14 and 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 15. 5th Annual Holiday Artisan Market. Coy Cornelius Studios, 1924 Belmont Ave., Youngstown 44504. Goods created by local artists will be available for purchase. Includes baked goods, candles, candy, FabricCrafts, gems, herbs, jewelry, knitwear, ornaments, pottery, readings, t-shirts and more. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14. The 2nd Annual North Pole Country Store & Craft Show. Springfield Local Elementary School, 11419 Youngstown-Pittsburgh Road, New Middletown 44442. 330-542-3722. Call Stephanie at 330-770-4390 or e-mail stephanie86@gmail. com for more information. A PTO sponsored event that includes a Chinese auction, food vendors, and more. 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 14. Kent Flea Holiday Shows. The Kent Flea, 409 W. Main St., Kent 44240. The rooms of the Marvin Kent home will be filled with artisans, crafters and more that will be available for purchase. 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 14. Christmas in the Country. Brookfield High School, 614 Bedford Road, Brookfield 44403. Unique items for sale. For vendor info, visit http://www. brookfielddrama.com/christmas-in-the-country. html. 11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 14.

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Christmas Parade Day Open House. Grand Theater for the Performing Arts, 121 S. 4th St., Steubenville 43951. 740-632-2899. The theater will be open on parade day for tours. $5. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14. Steubenville Advent Market. Historic Fort Steuben, 120 S. 3rd St., Steubenville 43952. 740-2831787. The 5th annual market will bring Alpine tradition to downtown. Includes the world’s largest collection of nutcrackers, illuminated walkways, wooden chalets, and more. Held each Friday-Sunday through Dec. 29 in the park. 1-3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14-Sunday, Dec. 29. DARE Singles Group. Disciples Christian Church, 565 Boardman-Canfield Road, Youngstown. 330-729-0127. The group Divorce/Death Aren't Really the End will meet for the Christmas Gift Exchange. Participants are asked to bring $10 gift value and cookies. 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 19. Austintown Farmers’ Market Last Minute Market. Austintown Farmers Market, 6000 Kirk Road, Austintown 44515. 330-349-2503. Get in some last minute Christmas shopping. 5 p.m. Friday, Dec. 20. Christmas Craft Show. Heartland Christian School, 28 Pittsburgh St., Columbiana 44408. 330-4822331. Includes breakfast (9-11 a.m.), basket raffles, crafts, and a cookie sale. 9 a.m. Friday, Dec. 27.

Christmas, & Holiday History Friends of the Library Meeting and Presentation. Poland Library, 311 S. Main St. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. Featuring "Memories of Christmas Past" by Connie Jones, from the Arms Family Museum and music by Jill McBride. 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 3. Hidden Gems from the Mahoning Valley Historical Society. Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek MetroParks, 123 McKinley Ave., Youngstown 44509. 330-740-7116. View 19th and 20th century photographs from the archives of the MVHS. There will be a “Meet the Curator” event on Saturday, Dec. 7 from 5-7 p.m. The exhibit is held through Jan. 5. 5-7 p.m. (Meet the Curator event), Saturday, Dec. 7. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesdays-Sundays through Jan. 5. Memories of Christmas Past: Behind the Ropes Tours. Arms Family Museum, 648 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-743-2589. Curator Anthony Worrellia will offer close-up views and the history behind items found in the “Memories of Christmas Past” display. Reservation are required. 5:30-7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 10 and 17. $15. Jingle Bell Genealogy: Christmas Traditions from Around the World. Austintown Library, 600 South Raccoon Road. 330-744-8636. www. libraryvisit.org. Adults and teens will explore Yuletide traditions around the globe. Registration required. 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 17. Bites & Bits of History: Victorian Christmas Traditions. Tyler History Center, 325 W. Federal St., Youngstown 44503. 330-743-2589. Learn how modern Christmas traditions are rooted in the 19th century with songs, images, and decor. Presented by Traci Manning, MVHS Curator of Education. Attendees may bring their own lunch. Noon-1 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 19.

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Holidays Around the World. Newport Library, 3730 Market St., Youngstown. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. The family is invited to learn of the different holidays celebrated around the world through stories, crafts, and more. Noon. Saturday, Dec. 21.

Christmas Music, Traveling Shows Annual Advent Procession of Lessons and Carols. St. Columba Cathedral, 144 W. Wood St., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-5233. Featuring the Cathedral Choir under the direction of Daniel Laginya, as well as readers and religious education students of the parish. The program highlights “O Antiphons” and culminates with the Annunciation narrative. Contemporary choral settings of traditional seasonal texts will be featured. Open to the public. A reception will follow in the Cathedral Hall. 7 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 1. Live Holiday Music. Poland Library, 311 S. Main St. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. Features holiday classics and carols performed by Tyler Guerrieri. Noon, Wednesday, Dec. 4 4 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 19 and noon, Monday, Dec. 23. YSU Carols & Cocoa and Dana Holiday Concert. Stambaugh Auditorium, 1000 Fifth Ave., Youngstown 44504. 330-747-5175. For tickets, call 330-259-0555. Annual tradition featuring the Dana School of Music’s vocal and instrumental students. The event includes carols in the Jeanne D. Tyler Grand Ballroom. Cookies and cocoa will be available in the Concert Hall Lobby during intermission. 7 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 4. Warren Civic Music Association: Christmas Wonderland. W.D. Packard Music Hall, 1704 Mahoning Ave., N.W., Warren 44483. 7 p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 4. $40. Children’s/Youth Concert. Packard Music Hall, 1703 Mahoning Ave., Warren 44483. 330-399-4885. Featuring The Packard Band. 10 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 6. Femmes of Rock – Rockin’ Holiday. W.D. Packard Music Hall, 1704 Mahoning Ave., N.W., Warren 44483. 7 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 7. $43-$23. The 67th Annual Christmas Festival. Passavant Center at Thiel College, 75 College Ave., Greenville, Pa. 16125. 1-800-24-84435 (THIEL). An afternoon of music and entertainment from the Thiel College Music and Theatre Department. 4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 8. A Country Christmas. DeYor Performing Arts Center, 260 W. Federal St., Downtown Youngstown 44503. For tickets, call the DeYor box office at 330-744-0264. youngstownsymphony.com. The Youngstown Symphony Orchestra presents its first concert of the Pops Series of the 2019-2020 season. Featuring Nashville artists Rachel Potter and Patrick Thomas. 8 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7. Christmas Band Concert. Packard Music Hall, 1703 Mahoning Ave., Warren 44483. 330-399-4885. Featuring The Packard Band. 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 8. Mercer County Christmas Concert: “Sound of the Season.” Mercer High School Auditorium, 545 West Butler St., Mercer, Pa. 724-699-9124. Donate two non-perishable food items or pay

for admission to this concert featuring Johnie Oaks, Mercer Community Band, and vocal and instrument soloists. 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 8. $2. Stained Glass Concert. Niles First United Methodist Church, 608 N. Crandon Ave, Niles 44446. 330-652-1439. Presented by the Youngstown Symphony Orchestra. Casual dress. 4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 8. Holiday Guitar Music. Liberty Branch Library, 415 Churchill-Hubbard Road, Youngstown. 330-7592589. Guitarist Tyler Guerrieri of Dana School of Music will perform a selection of holiday music. 6 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 10. Down Home Country Christmas. Dutch Village Event Center, inside the Best Western Plus Dutch Haus Inn & Suites, 150 E, Ohio Route 14, Columbiana 44408. 330-482-5050. For tickets, call 866-482-5050, ext. 425. The Chuck-Wagon Gang will perform Christmas music, southerngospel style. Matinee performance includes a four-course plated lunch. Call for admission costs. Noon, Thursday, Dec. 12 and Thursday, Dec. 13 and 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 13. Christmas Carols and Holiday Classics Live. Poland Library, 311 S. Main St. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. Holiday classics and carols performed by Tyler Guerrieri and accompanying vocalist. Includes hot chocolate, snack on gingerbread cookies and more. 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 12. It's a Wonderful Life in Concert. Severance Hall, 11001 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 44106. 216-2317300. Featuring the Cleveland Orchestra and the film, “It’s a Wonderful Life,” with the original score performed live. Conducted by Vinay Parameswaran. 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 12. Big Band Jingle Bell Swing. Packard Music Hall, 1703 Mahoning Ave., Warren 44483. 330-399-4885. Featuring The Packard Band. 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 15. Stambaugh Chorus Holiday Concert. Stambaugh Auditorium, 1000 Fifth Ave., Youngstown 44504. 330-747-5175. Featuring the Youngstown Area Community Concert Band. Proceeds go to the Food Bank. Call for admission information. 4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 15. Holiday Music. Liberty Branch Library, 415 Churchill-Hubbard Road, Youngstown. 330-7592589. Featuring the Liberty High School Choir under the direction of Donna Popio. 6 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 17. The Texas Tenors. Westminster Celebrity Series, Orr Auditorium, Westminster College, 319 S. Market St., New Wilmington, Pa. 16172. 724-9467354. These classically-trained, versatile tenors return to Celebrity Series by popular demand for the holidays in a show of contemporary and traditional Christmas favorites. 7:30 p.m., Tuesday, Dec. 17. $55,$47,$42,$37. Celtic Woman: Best of Christmas. Stambaugh Auditorium, 1000 Fifth Ave., Youngstown 44504. 330-259-0555. Multi-platinum international music sensation Celtic Woman celebrates the holiday season with its eighth annual “Symphony Tour.” 7:30 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 19. A Big Band Christmas. Dutch Village Event Center, inside the Best Western Plus Dutch Haus Inn & Suites, 150 E, Ohio Route 14, Columbiana 44408. 330-482-5050. For tickets, call 866-482-5050, ext. 425. A live swingin’ concert of holiday songs of the 30s and 40s. Featuring Dakota Horvath backed by Cleveland’s 18-piece Swing Time Era Big Band. Matinee performances include a fourcourse luncheon. $51.50-41.50. Noon, Friday, Dec. 20. 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 20 and Saturday, Dec. 21.

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‘Miracle on Easy Street’: 7:30 p.m., Friday, Dec. 13; 2:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 14 and 2:30 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 15 at Edward W. Powers Auditorium in Youngstown Music in the Park. Boardman Township Park, 375 Boardman-Poland Road, Boardman 44512. A holiday concert by YSU’s Dana Horn Studio School of Music. Includes handmade decorations by Holborn Herb Growers Guild in the St. James Meeting House. Free. 5 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 21. Many Moods of Christmas. Buhl Farm Park Casino, 715 Hazen Road, Hermitage, Pa. www. actsharpsville.org. A musical variety show featuring songs, dance, and holiday favorites. Presented by Act Sharpsville. 7:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 20 and Saturday, Dec. 21 and 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 22. Vintage Soul New Year’s Eve. Dutch Village Event Center, inside the Best Western Plus Dutch Haus Inn & Suites, 150 E. Ohio Route 14, Columbiana 44408. 330-482-5050. For tickets, call 866-482-5050, ext. 425. A Las-Vegas style show celebrating soul artists; such as the Platters, Imperials, Aretha Franklin, Stevie Wonder, and more. Includes a surf and turf dinner. Call for costs. 8 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 31.

Holiday Events with Family Pets MetroMutts: Ho, Ho, Ho, It’s Santa Paw. MetroParks Farm, Mill Creek MetroParks, 7574 Columbiana-Canfield Road, Canfield 44406. Call WRA at 330-740-7114, ext. 282 to register by Dec. 9. Make a paw print ornament for the Christmas tree. Bring the whole family and pet dog for this activity. 5:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 13. $6-free. MetroMutts: Jingle Mutts. Pioneer Pavilion, Mill Creek MetroParks, 870 Old Furnace Road, Youngstown 44511. 330-740-7107. Call WRA at 330-740-7114 to register by Dec. 5 for this moderate, 1-mile hike along Artist Trail. Includes refreshments afterward. 11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 7. $2-free.

Holiday Theater, Stage Productions Sesame Street Live’s “Let’s Party.” Covelli Centre, 229 E. Front St., Youngstown 44503. 330-746-5600. Ticketmaster.com. An interactive show with new songs and sing-alongs. Featuring Oscar, Cookie Monster, Elmo and other favorites. 10:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 30 and Sunday, Dec. 1. $62-17. Frozen Jr. Youngstown Playhouse Youth Theatre, 600 Playhouse Lane, Youngstown 44511. 330-7888739. Based on the 2018 Broadway musical and featuring the memorable songs from the animated film. Casted with community members ranging in ages from 8-18. Directed by Sarah Jane Demetruk and Candace DiLullo and choreographed by Emelia Sherin. 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Dec. 6 and 7 and 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 8. $12-$9. The Nutcracker. Stambaugh Auditorium, 1000 Fifth Ave., Youngstown 44504. 330-259-0555. Ballet Western Reserve presents “The Nutcracker” with a 1920s Jazz Age twist. A family-friendly event featuring the music of Duke Ellington, Billy Strayhorn, Glenn Miller performed live by YSU’s Jazz Ensemble. 8 p.m., Friday, Dec. 6 and 2 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 8. Frozen Jr. The Youngstown Playhouse, 600 Playhouse Lane, Youngstown 44511. 330-788-8739. Based on the 2018 Broadway musical. Includes five new songs written for the stage production. Call for admission information. 7:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 6 and Saturday, Dec. 7 and 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 8. How the Drag Queen Stole Christmas. The Rust Belt Theater Company, located in the Calvin Center, 755 Mahoning Ave. Youngstown. 330-507-2358. Call for reservations to this retelling of Charles Dickens' "A Christmas Carol." The story of Starrlet O'Hara, a tyrant drag queen, who is visited by three ghostly divas on Christmas Eve. Featuring new performers, costumes, and songs. Each performance includes a complimentary wine and cheese reception

and "Starrlet's Workshop," featuring jewelry and souvenirs for purchase by local artists. Proceeds benefit local charities. There will also be an after party Dec. 7 at Club Switch, 221 Belmont Ave., Youngstown. Attendees there will be treated to drag performances and prize giveaways. 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, Dec. 6-7, 13-14 and 20-21 and Sunday, Dec. 22 and midnight, Saturday Dec. 14 and 21. $20. Miracle on 34th Street. Guthrie Theatre, 232 S. Broad St., Grove City, Pa. 16127. www.theguthrie. org/copy-of-live-shows. The story of Kris Kringle, hired to play a department store Santa, which sets off a chain of events that challenges the whole community’s beliefs about faith, human kindness, and Santa Claus. 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Dec. 13-14 and 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 15. $12. Miracle on Easy Street. Edward W. Powers Auditorium, 260 W. Federal St., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-0264. Easy Street Productions returns to celebrate the season with their annual holiday spectacular featuring over 150 singers, dancers and Little Rascals. Hosted by Maureen Collins and Todd Hancock. 7:30 p.m., Friday, Dec. 13; 2:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 14 and 2:30 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 15. $35, $29, $25, $19, $15. A Charlie Brown Christmas Live on Stage. W.D. Packard Music Hall, 1704 Mahoning Ave., N.W., Warren 44483. 7 p.m., Tuesday, Dec. 17. $45, $35, $25. Celebrity Series: The Texas Tenors. Westminster College, 310 S. Market St., New Wilmington, Pa. 16172. 724-946-7354.www. westminster.edu/celebrity. The group from “America’s Got Talent” will perform contemporary and traditional Christmas favorites. $55-37. 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 17. Moscow Ballet’s Great Russian Nutcracker. DeYor Performing Arts Center, 260 W. Federal St., Downtown Youngstown 44503. 330-7444269. Featuring Tchaikovsky’s score and over 200 dazzling costumes. Call for admission information. 7 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 18. An Evening with Chevy Chase: Christmas Vacation Screening with Q&A. Akron Civic Theatre, 182 S. Main St., Akron 44308. 330-2532488. Featuring a 30th anniversary screening of “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation,” followed by an audience Q&A with Chase. 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 20. Disney On Ice: “Dream Big.”Covelli Centre, 229 E. Front St., Youngstown 44503. 330-746-5600. Moana, Rapunzel, Anna and Elsa, Cinderella, Aurora, Jasmine and Belle and their adventures. 7 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 26, Friday, Dec. 27, Saturday, Dec. 28 and at 11 a.m. or 3 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 28 and 1 or 5 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 29.

New Year’s Eve Celebrations First Night Youngstown. 25 E. Boardman St,

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Rum Stars (Weihnachts-Plaetzchen)

Sweet Potato Sour Cream Pound Cake

Recipe by Helga Wengler

Recipe by On Ty’s Plate. Prepared by Stacey Adger.

4 cups flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 1 cup sugar 1 cup walnuts (ground) 2 eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 4½ tablespoons rum (or imitation extract) 2½ sticks butter or margarine (room temp) 1 cup powdered sugar Preheat oven to 375. On a board or counter top, make a mound with the flour and sprinkle with baking powder, sugar, walnuts. Make a well and drop in the eggs, vanilla and 3 tablespoons rum. Cut the butter (or margarine) into slices and lay over the top. Knead ingredients into a smooth dough. Put in refrigerator for 30 minutes. Roll out to approximately 1/8-inch thickness and cut dough with a star-shaped cookie cutter. Place on a greased cookie sheet and bake 10 to 12 minutes until golden brown. Cool. Mix powdered sugar with 1½ tablespoons rum into a glaze. Spread over baked cookies. Makes approximately 110 small star cookies. May vary with the size of cookie cutter used. P.S.: You can cut the recipe in half. Have fun baking! – Helga

3 cups all-purpose flour 1½ cups butter 1½ cups sweet potato cooked and mashed 1 cup sugar ¾ cup brown sugar packed 4 eggs 1½ cups sour cream 2 teaspoons vanilla 2 teaspoons baking powder 1 teaspoon baking soda 1½ teaspoons cinnamon ¾ teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon ginger ¼ teaspoon nutmeg

Maple Pecan Praline Sauce 1¼ cups light brown sugar 1 cup pecans chopped ½ cup salted butter ½ cup heavy cream ¼ cup maple syrup 2 teaspoons vanilla ¼ teaspoon kosher salt Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In medium bowl mix together flour, salt, baking powder, and soda, nutmeg, ginger, and cinnamon. Set aside. Use a stand mixer to cream the butter, sugars, and vanilla together. Follow with the eggs one at a time then the sweet potato. Starting and ending with the dry mix, alternate adding sour cream and flour to the wet batter. Prepare a bundt or pound cake pan with butter or spray. Carefully scoop the batter in to the pan and bake for 55 to 60 minutes. A toothpick will come out clean when it’s done. Cool well before attempting to remove from the pan.

Maple Pecan Praline Sauce In a saucepan over low flame, add brown sugar, cream, butter, and maple syrup. Allow butter to melt and the sauce to come to bubbling, stirring consistently, about 10-15 minutes. The sugar should be fully melted and the sauce should resemble a smooth caramel. Turn off the flame and add the vanilla extract, pecans, and kosher salt. Allow the sauce to cool to near room temperature before serving. The sauce will thicken as it cools.

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Artisan Cherry Truffles From Nestlé and verybestbaking.com 2/3 cup heavy cream 1 2/3 cups Nestlé Toll House Artisan Collection Extra Semi-Sweet Morsels Nestlé Toll House Baking Cocoa for dusting 1 jar liquor-soaked cherries Line baking sheet with parchment or wax paper. Drain the cherries from their liquid in a strainer. Set aside. Heat cream to a gentle boil in a medium, heavy-bottomed saucepan. Remove from heat. Add chocolate and salt, and stir until mixture is smooth and chocolate is melted. Refrigerate 30-40 minutes until thickened, stiff, but still malleable.

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Cranberry Orange Muffins Recipe by Stacey Adger 2 cups all-purpose flour (plus 2 teaspoons for coating fresh cranberries) 1½ teaspoons baking powder ½ teaspoon salt 2 cups fresh cranberries or 1 cup dried cranberries ½ cup 1 stick unsalted butter, room temperature 1 cup granulated sugar 2 large eggs 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract zest of 1 orange ½ cup milk

Orange Glaze

Scoop a ball of the chocolate ganache using a tablespoon measurer or cookie scoop. Using your finger, press an indentation into the center of the ball.

2 tablespoons orange juice 1 cup confectioner’s sugar Preheat oven to 375º F.

Place one of the soaked cherries into the center of the ball and then roll it in your hands to make sure the cherry is fully covered in ganache. Repeat this process with the remaining ganache and cherries, placing the truffles onto the prepared sheet tray.

Spray muffin tray or coat well with shortening or butter and flour; discard excess flour from tray.

Place baking cocoa into a small bowl. Once all truffles are formed, toss each of the truffles into the baking cocoa to coat. Chill finished truffles at least 15 minutes prior to serving. Store in an airtight container in refrigerator. Makes 36 truffles

Sift and combine flour, baking powder and salt in a medium bowl. Set aside. In a separate bowl, toss fresh cranberries with 2 teaspoons of flour to coat. Set aside. (If using dried cranberries, skip this step.) Cream butter and sugar until light in color (about 3 minutes). Add one egg. Incorporate before adding second egg. Incorporate vanilla and orange zest. Gently fold in flour mixture, alternating with milk. Stir until just combined. Fold in cranberries and scoop mixture into prepared muffin tray, filling about 2/3 to 3/4 full. Bake until a toothpick inserted in the middle comes out clean, about 30 minutes. Prepare orange glaze while muffins are baking. When muffins are done, remove from oven and allow to cool slightly in muffin tin. Remove muffins and drizzle with orange glaze.

Family Recipes from Our House to Yours flour, the spices, salt, and baking soda. Whisk together to combine and set aside. Whip the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Add the vanilla and one of the eggs. Beat until combined. Add the second egg and beat until well combined.

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Gløgg Christmas Cookie

Cranberry Slices By Elizabeth Glasgow and Karen Schubert 1 cup butter, softened ½ cup sugar 1 egg yolk 1 teaspoon vanilla ½ teaspoon salt 2¼ cups flour ½ cup dried cranberries, chopped 6 tablespoons crystallized ginger, chopped Cream butter, sugar, egg yolk, salt and vanilla until light and fluffy. Gradually add flour. Stir in cranberries and ginger. Divide dough in half; form into 6x3 inch rolls. Wrap and refrigerate a minimum of 2 hours and a maximum of two days. Cut dough into ¼-inch slices. Bake on ungreased baking sheet at 350 degrees for 12-15 minutes, or until edges are golden.

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Aunt Irma’s Jell-O Cookies Contributed by Mark C. Peyko ½ cup soft butter ¾ cup cugar 1 package of Jell-O (3 ounces) 1 egg (separated) 1½ cups flour Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add Jell-O and egg yolk until incorporated. Add flour and egg white and knead until blended. Chill the dough. Form dough into balls and press down with a sugared glass. Bake at 350 for 12-15 minutes.

Recipe by Nichole George

Glogg, also known as mulled or spiced wine, is common in Scandinavia throughout the winter, but particularly at Christmas. This recipe is based on a traditional Danish recipe for Glogg and I have translated the essence of the drink into cookie form with just a little less alcohol. The cookies are not overly sweet and using cake flour gives them a cake or muffin-like texture. Adding the orange buttered rum glaze enhances the sweetness and presentation. You can easily customize the recipe to your tastes by omitting certain spices and adding more of others, using all-purpose flour for a more traditional cookie texture, and leaving out the Port or glaze.

Cookies ½ cup raisins (preferably golden raisins) ¼ cup Port wine 1 ½ cup almond flour 1 ½ cup cake (or pastry) flour ½ teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon baking soda ½ teaspoon orange peel ½ teaspoon cinnamon ½ teaspoon all spice ½ teaspoon ground cloves ½ teaspoon ground cardamom ¾ cup brown sugar ½ cup (1 full stick) unsalted butter, softened 1 tablespoon vanilla 2 eggs

Orange Buttered Rum Glaze 6 tablespoons butter 3 tablespoon light rum 3 tablespoon water ¾ cup cane sugar 1 teaspoon orange peel Sliced almonds (optional) Combine the raisins and port in a small bowl. Let the raisins soak at least 2 hours or up to overnight. (Note: If you are short on time or you wish to omit the alcohol, you can skip this step and add the raisins without soaking.) In a large bowl, combine almond flour, cake

Add the dry ingredient mixture slowly into the wet ingredients. Beat until combined. Mix in the raisins until combined. (If you soaked the raisins, use a slotted spoon to remove them from the Port. Discard any Port that was not absorbed by the raisins.) Portion out the cookies on a parchment lined cookie sheet. The dough will be soft and sticky at room temperature. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour. They can be chilled longer or overnight, if desired. Chilling is necessary to enhance the soft texture of the cookies. Preheat the oven to 350 F. Bake cookies for 1416 minutes, turning the cookie sheet halfway through. This recipe makes 12 large cookies. While the cookies are cooling, make the orange buttered rum glaze by combining the butter, rum, water, sugar, and orange peel in a small saucepan. Over medium-low heat, bring the mixture to a boil stirring constantly. Boil while stirring for 3 minutes. Remove from heat and immediately drizzle on the cooled cookies.

Heat oven to 300 degrees. Grease the sides and bottom of a loaf pan. Line the bottom of the pan with parchment or a piece of brown paper bag cut to fit.* Mix and sift dry ingredients.Cut fruit in half and dredge with ¼ cup flour mixture. Cream the butter, add sugar and cream well. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in extract(s). Add dry ingredients and combine thoroughly. Stir in fruit and almonds if using. Turn the mixture into the greased and lined pan and bake for 1¼ to 1½ hours until skewer inserted comes out clean. Allow the cake to completely cool in the pan on a cake rack. Remove, and wrap well in heavy wax paper or foil and store in a cool place. *You may use two large, clean 28 oz. cans instead of one large loaf pan as indicated by the photo below.

Cherry Bread Recipe by Lori Factor

My mother is from St. John’s, Newfoundland, Canada. She met my Dad, who was in the U.S. Air Force stationed there, fell in love and eventually immigrated to Youngstown where she married my Dad in 1956. This recipe, from the St. John’s Evening Telegram, dated Dec. 12, 1962, was mailed to her by her mother. Cherry bread is a traditional pound cake recipe that is baked for Christmas. No doubt, this newspaper recipe was a way for my Mom to connect with her Mom in their letter writing back in the day. I have cherished the original newspaper article as a keepsake! The recipe comes together very quickly, and it’s delicious with coffee or tea. 1¾ cup sifted all-purpose flour ½ teaspoon baking powder ½ teaspoon salt 1 cup halved glazed cherries (not maraschino cherries, but found in the baking aisle) ½ cup slivered almonds (optional) ¾ cup butter (don’t use margarine) 1 cup sugar 3 eggs ½ teaspoon vanilla extract ½ teaspoon almond extract (may use a whole teaspoon of either in place of the two different extracts)

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Cherry bread is a traditional pound cake recipe that is baked for Christmas in Canada.

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THE WINE GUY Wine Guy Recommendations I’ve put together my top choices of wines I’ve tasted lately, and they’re all easy-drinking wines that won’t hurt your holiday budget. They would be equally great for dinners, parties and gifts. I wish all my readers a safe and happy holiday season! – John M. Webster

WINE

CHARACTERISTICS

A C C O M PA N I M E N T

ORIGIN

R E TA I L

Dr. Konstantin Frank Grunerveltliner 2017

Grapefruit, lime and peach ﬂavors make this a refreshing, food-friendly choice.

Ham, poultry

Finger Lakes, New York

Under $17

Bieler Family “Daisy” Pinot Grigio 2018

Affordable blend of mostly Pinot Grigio, with a touch of Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling and Moscato. Rich, ripe fruit ﬂavors lead to a crisp ﬁnish.

Chicken or ﬁsh

Marramiero Dama Trebbiano d’Abruzzo DOC 2018

Floral, fruity round fruit ﬂavors provide a clean taste and a great ﬁnish.

Appetizers

Italy

Under $17

Marramiero Pecorino 2018

Tropical, full-bodied fruit ﬂavors.

Cheese, ham, appetizers

Italy

Under $20

Trullo Riesling 2017

Medium-bodied with a touch of sweetness and a crisp ﬁnish. Textbook Riesling.

Seafood, appetizers

Nobilo Sauvignon Blanc 2018

Clean and fresh ﬂavors of tropical fruits

Chicken, ﬁsh

Marlborough, New Zealand

Under $12

McManis Family Zinfandel 2017

Well-balanced Zin with ripe plum and blackberry ﬂavors. Fabulous fruity ﬁnish.

Burgers, steak, roast beef

Lodi, California

Under $13

If You See Kay Red Blend 2016

Dense, ripe ﬂavors of plum and dark cherry. You may ﬁnd this still on sale for under $22.

Steak, prime rib

Paso Robles, Calif.

Under $27

Dante Pinot Noir 2017

This great wine is an absolute steal at this price. Flavors of cherry and coffee really stand out.

Pork loin, roast chicken

California

Under $13

Giuseppe Campagnola Ripasso 2016

Classic blend of Corvino and Rondonello grapes produces ripe cherry flavors with a clean finish. It’s hard to find a Ripasso under $25, and you may still find this one on sale for $17.

Roast pork, beef

Italy

Under $20

Juramento Tempranillo 2016

Full-bodied, ﬂavorful Tempranillo with dark red fruit ﬂavors.

Ribs, roasts

Castilla y Leon, Spain

Under $23

Hayes Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2017

Ripe fruit ﬂavors balance out this full-bodied, highly rated wine. A steal at this price.

Roast beef, steaks

California

Under $13

WHITE and ROSE WINES

Columbia Valley, Wash. Under $14

Rheinhessen, Germany Under $12

RED WINES

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SUNDAY 1 Donation Drop Off. Apostolakis Honda, 3156 Elm Road, Cortland 44410. 800-900-4600. Non-perishable food items can be dropped off during business hours for distribution to the Second Harvest Food Bank of the Mahoning Valley, which distributes food to 160 organizations in the tri-county area. Donation Drop Off. Shenango Honda,3965 E. State St., Hermitage, Pa. 16148. 800-858-0849. Donations will be accepted during business hours for the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve “Toys for Tots” program, which provides holiday gifts for needy children in Mahoning and Trumbull counties. Bring an unwrapped toy to help a local family. Winter Celebration: The Magical Woods. Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek MetroParks, 123 McKinley Ave., Youngstown 44509. 330-740-7116. Visit the land of gnomes, fairy families and other mythical creatures throughout the Davis Center lobby. Activities also include a holiday tree walk, scavenger hunt, and peek at the season’s flowers. Sponsored by WKBN. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 1-Dec. 29. Nature Photography Exhibit: Call for Photos. Wick Recreation Area Warming House, Mill Creek MetroParks, 1861 McCollum Road, Youngstown 44509. 330-740-7114. Millcreekmetroparks.org. Includes fees for submission. Accepted photos will be on display in FRG from Feb. 15-April 12. Stop by the Warming House to drop off submissions. $7-$5. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays, Jan. 4-5, 11-12, and 18-19. Sesame Street Live’s “Let’s Party!” Covelli Centre, 229 E. Front St., Youngstown 44503. 330-746-5600. Ticketmaster.com. An interactive show with new songs and sing-alongs. Featuring Oscar, Cookie Monster, Elmo and other favorites. 10:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. $62-$17. Christmas at the Mill Hike. Meet at School Recreation Area, Mill Creek MetroParks, Youngstown. An after-Thanksgiving, 2-mile hike to visit Christmas at the Mill. 1-3 p.m. Invisible Struggles: Stores of Nor thern Segregation. Second Baptist Church, 1510 Main Ave. S.W., Warren 44483. 330-394-4653. Featuring a film and discussion with producer Ken Bindas. For more information, e-mail info@trumbullcountyhistory. org. 2 p.m. Joy of Christmas Holiday Light Display. Ice Castle in Harvey S. Firestone Recreational Park, 338 E. Park Ave., Columbiana. 330-482-2282. www. tourcolumbianaohio.com. Includes a light display with stops at the Gingerbread House, crafts, face-painting, a collection of 100 decorated gingerbread houses,

The Texas Tenors: 7:30 p.m., Tuesday, Dec. 17 at Westminster College. $55-37. coloring contest, live music, Mrs. Santa’s Story Time and more. Also includes a Christmas Parade (Nov. 22). $10-2. 6-9 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 1, Thursday-Sunday, Dec. 5-8, and Thursday-Thursday, Dec. 12 and 26. Annual Advent Procession of Lessons and Carols. St. Columba Cathedral, 144 West Wood Street, Youngstown 44503. 330-744-5233. Featuring the Cathedral Choir under the direction of Daniel Laginya, as well as readers and religious education students of the parish. The program highlights “O Antiphons” and culminates with the Annunciation narrative. Contemporary choral settings of traditional seasonal texts will be featured. Open to the public. A reception will follow in the Cathedral Hall. 7 p.m.

MONDAY 2 Preschool Storytime. Lordstown Branch Library, 1471 Salt Springs Road, Lordstown. 330-824-2094. Features stories and craft used to reinforce early literacy skills. For children ages 3-5. 1 p.m. Mondays, Dec. 2 and 9. Library Social: Crochet and Knitting. Main Library, 444 Mahoning Ave., N.W., Warren. 330-399-8807, ext. 206. Adults of all skills levels and experience are invited to bring crochet or knitting projects. Share ideas and patterns and learn about resources. 2 p.m. Monday Mania. Liberty Branch Library, 415 Churchill-Hubbard Road, Youngstown. 330-759-2589. Games, snacks, and more for teens entering grades 7-12. Held every Monday. 3 p.m. Mondays, Dec. 2, 9, 16, 21 and 30. Cozy Crafting. Howland Branch Library, 9095 E. Market St., Warren. 330-856-2011. Ages 8-12 are invited to engage in seasonal activities: knitting, painting, weaving, pottery and more. Registration required. 6 p.m. Mondays, Dec. 2 and 16. Read to SomeBunny. Main Library, 444 Mahoning Ave., N.W., Warren. 330-399-8807, ext. 206. Children in k-6 can sign up to read aloud to registered and certified

Bunnies in Baskets for 15-minute sessions. Rabbits are provided by F5RS (Frisky Ferrets, Fuzzies, and Feathered Friends Rescue & Sanctuary). Registration required. 6-7:30 p.m.

TUESDAY 3 Winter Scavenger Hunt. Ford Nature Center, Mill Creek MetroParks, 840 Old Furnace Road, Youngstown 44511. 330-740-7107. Bring the family for a winter scavenger hunt. Held Tuesdays-Saturdays through Dec. 31. Fall Graduating BFA Exhibition and MFA First Year and Collaborative Project Exhibition. McDonough Museum of Art, 525 Wick Ave., Youngstown. 330941-1400. Mcdonoughmuseum.ysu.edu. On exhibit through Dec. 14. Includes an opening reception Friday, Nov. 22 from 5-7 p.m. Work from the two programs will be highlighted within the Cliffe College of Creative Arts and Communication and the Department of Art. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays (through Dec. 14). Lecture Series: “Victorian Collections and Coffee.” Warren-Trumbull County Public Library, Thomas Meeting Room, 444 Mahoning Ave., Warren. For more information, call the Sutliff Museum at 330-395-6575. www.sutliffmuseum. org, Cathi Weber, author and local historian, will present “Those Quirky Victorians.” Learn about the hobbies, food, entertainment, and more for our ancestors. 9:30 a.m. (doors open), 10 a.m. (lecture). Yoga in the Gardens. Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek MetroParks, 123 McKinley Ave., Youngstown 44509. 330-740-7116. Yoga with Marina Perdos, intended to help you keep a healthy outlook. Bring a mat and small blanket. 9:30-11 a.m.Tuesdays, Dec. 3, 10, and 17a and Thursdays, Dec. 5, 12, and 19. $12. Babytime. Howland Branch Library, 9095 E. Market St., Warren. 330-856-2011. For infants ages 6-18 months with a caregiver. Featuring short stories, fingerplays, and simple songs. Registration required. 10 a.m. Tuesdays, Dec. 3 and 10.

Mill Creek MetroParks History. Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek MetroParks, 123 McKinley Ave., Youngstown 44509. 330-740-7116. Visit the Melnick Museum for a peek into the history of Mill Creek MetroParks. Ongoing event. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. TuesdaysSundays. Baby Brilliant: Tales & Talk for 2s & 3s. Canfield Library, 43 W. Main St. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvist.org. Developmentally appropriate books, songs, rhymes, finger plays, and other activities made to assist children ages 2-3 in becoming successful readers. Children must be accompanied by an adult. 10 a.m. Tuesdays, Dec. 3, 10 and 17. Baby Brilliant: Bonding with Babies & Books. Boardman Library, 7680 Glenwood Ave. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. For caregivers and children ages 6-23 months. Features 20 min. of language enrichment including rhymes, songs and stories, followed by time to play and socialize. 10 a.m. Tuesdays, Dec. 3, 10 and 17. Baby Brilliant: Bonding with Babies & Books. Austintown Library, 600 South Raccoon Road. 330744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. For caregivers and children ages 6-23 months. Features 20 min. of language enrichment including rhymes, songs and stories, followed by time to play and socialize. 10 a.m. Tuesdays, Dec. 3, 10 and 17. Preschool Storytime. Cortland Branch Library, 578 Lakeview Drive, Cortland. 330-638-6335. Features stories and craft used to reinforce early literacy skills. For children ages 3-5. 11 a.m. Tuesdays, Dec. 3 and 10. Winter Totes. Michael Kusalaba Library, 2815 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown. 330-744-8636. www. libraryvisit.org. Adults and teens will use the heat press to add a winter design on a tote. Images and materials provided. Participants must have attended the Markerspace Orientation and basic computer skills are needed. 11 a.m. Exhibit: “Is Less More? The History of Minimal Living in the United States.”Trumbull Art Gallery, 158 N. Park Ave., Warren 44481. 330-395-4876. Includes an opening reception (Nov. 16). On display Nov. 14-Dec. 27.This exhibit, produced by the Trumbull Co. Historical Society, explores the eras that drove consumerism and the people who rebelled against it. Noon-4 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays. Preschool Storytime. Brookfield Branch Library, 7032 Grove St., Brookfield. 330-448-8134. Features stories and a craft related to a weekly theme and reinforces the development of early literacy skills. For children ages 3-5. 1 p.m. Tuesdays, Dec. 3 and 10. Preschool Storytime. Main Library, 444 Mahoning Ave., N.W., Warren. 330-399-8807. Stories and a craft that reinforces development of early literacy skills. For children ages 3-5. 1 p.m. Tuesdays, Dec. 3 and 10. Warren: Images of America Book Signing and Discussion. BRITE Energy Innovators, 125 W. Market St., Warren 44481. 330-394-4653. Parking available on the street or Franklin Street parking deck. Featuring authors Josh Nativio and Meghan Reed. 2 p.m. Valley Soup Event. Open to the community. Christ Episcopal Church, Warren. www.cfmv.org/donate. www.cfmv.org/soup. Attendees get soup, salad, bread and one vote toward a community project. The project with the most votes receives all of the money collected at the door to help carry out their work. Presenters will have a few minutes to explain their project to the audience. Presenters include representatives for Northeast Homeowners & Concerned Citizens Association, Time Bank Mahoning Watershed, and YSUscape. $5. 5:30-7:30 p.m. Remembering Volney Rogers: Part One. Ford Nature Center, Mill Creek MetroParks, 840 Old Furnace

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CALENDAR MUSEUMS & GALLERIES Akron Art Museum. 1 S. High, Akron 44308. 330376-9185. www.akronartmuseum.org. Changing exhibits in modern and contemporary art. 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Wednesday-Sunday; 11 a.m.-9 p.m., Thursday. The Andy Warhol Museum. 117 Sandusky St., Pittsburgh. 412-237-8300. www.warhol.org. Repository of Andy Warhol’s work included paintings, sculpture, prints, photographs, drawings, commercial illustrations, sketchbooks, pop art, and collaborative paintings. Also offers exhibits by other artists. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Tuesday-Thursday; 10 a.m.-10 p.m., Friday; 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday-Sunday. Closed Monday. The Maxcine Antonucci Horticulture Library. Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek MetroParks, 123 McKinley Ave., Youngstown 44509. 330-740-7116. Contains collections of horticulture books for adults and children. Available for checkout to Friends of Fellows Riverside Gardens members. Arms Family Museum of Local History. 648 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44502. 330-743-2589. www. mahoninghistory.org. Features the private furnishings of Wilford and Olive Arms and exhibits of local historical interest. Offers a permanent collection and changing exhibits. Noon-4 p.m., Tuesday-Sunday. Art Outreach Gallery. Eastwood Mall, 5555 Youngstown-Warren Road, Niles 44446. 330-652-1985. www.artoutreach.org. Works by local artists. Butler Institute of American Art. 524 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44502. 330-743-1711. www.butlerart. com. Youngstown industrialist Joseph Butler founded the Butler in 1919 as the first museum dedicated to American art. Art spans four centuries. Permanent collection and changing exhibits. 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Tuesday-Saturday; noon-4 p.m., Sunday. Free. Butler Institute of American Art/Trumbull. 9350 E. Market St., Howland 44484. 330-609-9900. www. butlerart.com. 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Wednesday-Sunday. Carnegie Museum of Art. 4400 Forbes Ave., Pittsburgh 15213. 412-622-3131. www.cmoa.org. Features a spectrum of visual arts, including painting, sculpture, prints, photographs, decorative arts, design, film, video, and digital imagery. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday; 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Thursday; noon-5 p.m., Sunday; closed Tuesday. Carnegie Museum of Natural History. 4400 Forbes Ave., Pittsburgh 15213. 412-622-3131. www. carnegiemnh.org. Displays artifacts documenting the history of life and human cultures. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday; 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Thursday; noon-5 p.m., Sunday; closed Tuesday. Carnegie Science Center. One Allegheny Ave., Pittsburgh 15212. 412-237-3400. www. carnegiesciencecenter.org. Interactive exhibits. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sunday-Friday, 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Saturday. Cleveland Botanical Garden. 11030 East Blvd., Cleveland 44106. 216-721-1600. www.cbgarden. org. Features 20 gardens, including a rainforest and desert. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Tuesday-Saturday; 10 a.m.-9 p.m., Wednesday; noon-5 p.m., Sunday. Cleveland Museum of Natural History. 1 Wade Oval Drive, Cleveland 44106. 1-800-317-9155. www. cmnh.org. Houses collections in anthropology, archaeology, botany, geology, paleontology, and wildlife biology. Permanent and changing exhibits. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday-Saturday; 10 a.m.-10 p.m., Wednesday; noon-5 p.m., Sunday. Davis Education and Visitor Center. Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek MetroParks, 123 McKinley Ave.,Youngstown 44509. 330-740-7116. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Tuesday-Sunday. Free. John Stark Edwards House. 303 Monroe St., N.W., Warren 44483. 330-394-4653. Artifacts from the Western Reserve. Open 2-5 p.m., the first Sunday. Ford Nature Education Center. 840 Old Furnace Road, Mill Creek MetroParks, Youngstown 44511. 330-740-7107. www.millcreekmetroparks.com. Nature exhibits and displays. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Tuesday-Saturday; noon-5 p.m., Sunday.

EXHIBITS: OPENING ■ Scatter Surge. Two art series on exhibit by Columbus artist Ken Rinaldo: “The Seed Series” and imagined manipulations with CRisprCas9 targeted gene splicing. Microbiome portraits will be collected and grown for all those entering the exhibition at the museum. Opening reception: 5-7 p.m., Friday, Jan. 24. Hours: 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays. McDonough Museum of Art, 525 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44502. 330-941-1400. Jan. 24-March 7. ■ Something to Believe In. An exhibit of drawings and sculptures by Cleveland artist Kristina Paabus. Paabus’ work examines the systems used to control surroundings. Opening reception: 5-7 p.m. , Friday, Jan. 24. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays. McDonough Museum of Art, 525 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44502. 330-941-1400. Jan. 24-March 7. ■ hush. 330-941-1400. Featuring Kimberly Chapman, the 2020 Emerging Visual Artist. The exhibit is part of the Scribe literary collaborative and will be accompanied by over 100 journals created by YSU students. Opening reception: 5-7 p.m. , Friday, Jan. 24. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. TuesdaysSaturdays. McDonough Museum of Art, 525 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44502. Jan. 24-March 7. IMAGE COURTESY OF THE JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER

‘Testament by Debra DeGregorio’: Mixed-media work at theThomases Art Gallery at the Jewish Community Center. Through Jan. 5. Great Lakes Science Center. 601 Erieside Ave., Cleveland 44114. 216-694-2000. www.greatscience. com. Interactive science, space and tech exhibits. Winter hours: 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Tuesday-Saturday; noon-5 p.m., Sunday. Summer hours (May-September): 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday-Saturday; noon-5 p.m., Sunday. Heinz Pittsburgh Regional History Center. 1212 Smallman St., Pittsburgh 15222. 412-454-6000. www. heinzhistorycenter.org. Includes the Heinz History Center, Western Pennsylvania Sports Museum, Fort Pitt Museum, Meadowcroft Rockshelter and Historic Village, Detre Library & Archives, and the new Museum Conservation Center. 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. daily. Henry Barnhisel House. 1011 North State St., Girard 44420. 330-545-6162. Artifacts related to the history of Girard and Trumbull County. Offers an open house from 1-4 p.m. , the second and fourth weekends. Hoyt Institute of Fine Arts. 124 E. Leasure Ave., New Castle 16101. 724-652-2882. www.hoytartcenter.org. Permanent and changing exhibits and arts education. 11 a.m.-8 p.m., Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday; 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Friday and Saturday. McDonough Museum of Art. YSU, 525 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44502. 330-941-1400. http:// mcdonoughmuseum.ysu.edu/index2.php. YSUaffiliated museum features exhibits by students, alumni, regional and national artists. 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Tuesday-Saturday. Free. Museum of Contemporary Art Cleveland. 14000 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 48106. 216-421-8671. www. mocacleveland.org. Offers new exhibitions three times a year. 11 a.m.-6 p.m., Tuesday-Thursday; 11a.m.-9 p.m., Friday; 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday-Sunday. National Packard Museum. 1899 Mahoning Ave., Warren 44483. 330-394-1899. www.packardmuseum. org. Preserves the Packard automobile legacy and recognizes the its influence in transportation and industry. Permanent collection and changing exhibits. Noon-5 p.m., Tuesday-Saturday; 1-5 p.m., Sunday. OH WOW! The Roger and Gloria Jones Children’s Center for Science and Technology. 11 W. Federal St., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-5914. www.ohwowkids.

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org. Children’s museum features interactive, technologybased exhibits. 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Monday-Sunday; 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Wednesday. Pro Football Hall of Fame. 2121 George Halas Drive, Canton 44708. 330-456-8207. www.profootballhof.com. Covers the history and development of professional football. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday-Sunday. Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. 1100 Rock and Roll Blvd. (East 9th at Lake Erie), Cleveland 44114. 216-781-7625. www.rockhall.com. Museum chronicles the history and development of rock and roll. 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m., MondaySunday; 10 a.m.-9 p.m., Wednesday. The Soap Gallery. 117 S. Champion St., Youngstown 44503. 330-240-0723. Hosts changing exhibits and a schedule of cultural events. Struthers Historical Society Museum. 50 Terrace, Struthers 44471. 330-755-7189. Historical society and archive housed in a Gothic-style house. Members host an open house from 2-4 p.m., the first Sunday. Sutliff Museum. Warren-Trumbull Public Library, 444 Mahoning Ave., N.W., 44483, Warren; 330-399-8807, ext. 121. www.sutliffmuseum.org. Items of local historical interest. 1-4 p.m., Wednesday-Saturday. Thomases Art Gallery. Jewish Community Center, 505 Gypsy Lane, Youngstown 44504. Hosts six to seven exhibitions each year highlighting regional artists. Trumbull Art Gallery. 158-162 N. Park Ave., Warren 44481. 330-395-4876. www.trumbullartgallery.com. Local/ regional art. Noon-4 p.m., Tuesday-Saturday. Tyler History Center. 325 W. Federal St., Youngstown 44503. 330-743-2589. www.mahoninghistory.org. Features permanent and changing history exhibits, an archive, and ballroom. Noon-4 p.m., Tuesday-Sunday. War Vet Museum. 23 E. Main St., Canfield 44406. 330-5336311. warvetmuseum.org. Over 40,000 artifacts from the Revolutionary War to the Persian Gulf War. Call for hours. Youngstown Historical Center of Industry and Labor. 151 Wood St., Youngstown 44503. 330-941-1314. Chronicles the Mahoning Valley’s steel industry. Offers a research archive and occasional presentations. 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Wednesday-Friday; noon-4 p.m., Saturday.

EXHIBITS: CONTINUING

■ Is Less More? The History of Minimal Living in the United States. This exhibit, produced by the Trumbull Co. Historical Society, explores the eras that drove consumerism and the people who rebelled against it. Noon-4 p.m. TuesdaysSaturdays. Trumbull Art Gallery, 158 N. Park Ave., Warren 44481. 330-395-4876. Through Dec. 27. ■ Testament by Debra DeGregorio. Mixedmedia work ranging from large drawn and printed natural forms to bright “micro-installations,” using collage, string, and sequins on pins. Thomases Art Gallery. Jewish Community Center, 505 Gypsy Lane, Youngstown 44504. Through Jan. 5. ■ Stir The Conversation: Art As Dialogue. Featrues sculpture by Jim West. Hoyt Institute of Fine Arts. 124 E. Leasure Ave., New Castle 16101. 724652-2882. Through Jan. 9. ■ The People of the Mahoning Valley: Stories of Identity and Innovation. From early Native Americans and pioneers to the rise and fall of iron and steel. Tyler History Center. 325 W. Federal St., Youngstown 44503. 330-743-2589. Ongoing. ■ Tod Family Treasures: 19th Century Heirlooms. Explores the Tod family legacy through their decorative arts. Arms Family Museum of Local History. 648 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44502. 330-743-2589. Ongoing.

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■ Bites & Bits of History: Victorian Christmas Traditions. Learn how modern Christmas traditions are rooted in the 19th century with songs, images, and decor. Presented by Traci Manning, MVHS Curator of Education. Attendees may bring their own lunch. Tyler History Center, 325 W. Federal St., Youngstown 44503. 330-743-2589. Noon-1 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 19. ■ First Wednesday. Featuring poet Shelley Chernin and Ohio Beat Poet Laureate John Burroughs. Held the first Wednesday of every month and featuring a guest writer. The Soap Gallery, 117 S. Champion St., Downtown Youngstown 44503. 330-240-0723. 7 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 8.

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Road, Youngstown 44511. 330-740-7107. Walk to the Volney Rogers statue (1.5 miles) and learn about his significance as the founder of Mill Creek Park. 7-8 p.m. Square Dance Lessons. Niles SCOPE Center, 14 E. State St., Niles. 330-506-3370. Lessons build on previous sessions and include new steps, reviews, and practice. Lessons are held each Tuesday through April 14. 7-9 p.m. Tuesdays, Sept. 10-April 14. $6.

WEDNESDAY 4 Recreational Hike. Meet at East Newport Drive Boat Launch Parking Lot, Mill Creek MetroParks, Boardman. Call WRA at 330-740-7114 for more information on this moderate 1 or 3-mile hike. 9-10 a.m. Music and Movement. Main Library, 444 Mahoning Ave., N.W., Warren. 330-399-8807, ext. 206. For toddlers ages 19-35 months with a parent. Featuring stories, music, and hands-on activities. 10 a.m. Wednesdays, Dec. 4 and 11. Gotta Move Story Time. Canfield Library, 43 W. Main St. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvist.org. Children ages 2-5 are invited for a variety of musical and movement activities that help stimulate brain development and motivate language learning. Includes stories and rhymes, song, dance, talk and play. 10 a.m. Wednesdays, Dec. 4, 11 and 18. Baby Brilliant: Bonding with Babies & Books. Poland Library, 311 S. Main St. 330-744-8636. www. libraryvisit.org. For caregivers and children ages 6-23 months. Features 20 min. of language enrichment including rhymes, songs and stories, followed by time to play and socialize. 10 a.m. Wednesdays, Dec. 4, 11 and 18. Baby Brilliant: Tales & Talk for 2s & 3s. Boardman Library, 7680 Glenwood Ave. 330-744-8636. www. libraryvisit.org. Developmentally appropriate books, songs, rhymes, finger plays, and other activities made to assist children ages 2-3 in becoming successful readers. Children must be accompanied by an adult. 10 a.m. Wednesdays, Dec. 4 and 11. Baby Brilliant: Tales & Talk for 2s & 3s. Austintown Library, 600 South Raccoon Road. 330-744-8636. www. libraryvisit.org. Developmentally appropriate books, songs, rhymes, finger plays, and other activities made to assist children ages 2-3 in becoming successful readers. Children must be accompanied by an adult. 10 a.m. Wednesdays, Dec. 4, 11 and 18. 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, which help to ease stress, improve health, and increase vitality. Led by Marie Lew. Noon-1 p.m. Wednesdays, Dec. 4, 11, and 18. $10 per class. Music at Noon. Butler Institute of American Art, 524 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44502. 330-941-2307. Featuring Musical Theatre by The Dana School of Music. 12:15 p.m. #TeenMidweek. Cortland Branch Library, 578 Lakeview Drive, Cortland. 330-638-6335. Teens in grades 7-12 are invited for weekly activities. 3 p.m. Wednesdays, Dec. 4, 11 and 18. Typing Class. Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. Adults and teens will learn proper keying position and technique. 3 p.m. Wednesdays at the WOW! OH WOW! The Roger and Gloria Jones Children’s Center for Science and Technology. 11 W. Federal St., Youngstown 44503. 330744-5914. www.ohwowkids.org. Participants can make something during extended hours in the InspireWorks lab. 5-7 p.m. Every Wednesday. Instant Pot Basics. Brookfield Branch Library, 7032 Grove St., Brookfield. 330-448-8134. Presenter Cynthia O’Connor will help teach those interested in learning how to use a programmable pressure cooker. 6 p.m.

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Lego my Library. Austintown Library, 600 South Raccoon Road. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. Kids ages 6 and up can enjoy creating Lego designs. 6 p.m.

THURSDAY 5 Lattes & Legislators. OH WOW! Science Center, 11 West Federal Street, Downtown Youngstown. 330744-2131, ext. 1225. chelsea@regionalchamber.com. Held with Senators Mike Rulli and Sean J. O’Brien. The theme is workforce development issues, current legislation affecting the Valley, updates from their respective offices and the Capital Budget of the group’s meetings. 7:30-9 a.m. Baby Brilliant: Bonding with Babies & Books. Canfield Library, 43 W. Main St. 330-744-8636. www. libraryvist.org. For caregivers and children ages 6-23 months. Features 20 min. of language enrichment including rhymes, songs and stories, followed by time to play and socialize. 10 a.m. Thursdays, Dec. 5, 12, 19 and 26. Gotta Move Story Time. Austintown Library, 600 South Raccoon Road. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit. org. Children ages 2-5 are invited for a variety of musical and movement activities that help stimulate brain development and motivate language learning. Includes stories and rhymes, song, dance, talk and play. 10 a.m. Thursdays, Dec. 5, 12, 19 and 26. Baby Brilliant: Tales & Talk for 2s & 3s. Poland Library, 311 S. Main St. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit. org.Developmentally appropriate books, songs, rhymes, finger plays, and other activities made to assist children ages 2-3 in becoming successful readers. Children must be accompanied by an adult. 10:30 a.m. Thursdays, Dec. 5, 12, 19 and 26. Read and Make. Michael Kusalaba Library, 2815 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown. 330-744-8636. www. libraryvisit.org. Children ages 3-5 are invited for a story, songs, and craft. 10:30 a.m. Thursdays, Dec. 5, 12, 19 and 26. Thursday at the Cinema. Jewish Community Center, 505 Gypsy Lane, Youngstown. 330-746-3251. Featuring the 2016 movie “Lion” on the large projection screen. Light refreshments will be served. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. $10-$5. Preschool Storytime. Liberty Branch Library, 415 Churchill-Hubbard Road, Youngstown. 330-759-2589. Features stories and craft which help reinforce the development of early literacy skills for children ages 3-5. 1 p.m. Thursdays, Dec. 5 and 12. Teen Game Night. Main Library, 444 Mahoning Ave., N.W.,Warren. 330-399-8807.Teens entering grades 7-12 can join in for video gaming, collectible car game duels, board games, and more. 4-7 p.m. Every Thursday, Dec. 5, 12, 19 and 26. Makerspace Orientation. Michael Kusalaba Library, 2815 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. Adults and teens will learn about the basics of using Makerspace. Registration required by going online or calling. 6 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 5 and Monday, Dec. 16 and 11 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 10 and Saturday, Dec. 28. Movie Night. Canfield Library, 43 W. Main St. 330744-8636. www.libraryvist.org. Bring snacks and drinks to enjoy during this newly released DVD viewing. Rated PG or G and for the whole family. Children must be accompanied by an adult. 6 p.m. Nurse Practitioner Open House. Penn State Shenango, Lecture Hall Gallery, 147 Shenango Ave., Sharon, Pa. 814-867-5026. https://www.nursing.psu. edu/nurse-practitioner-program/. Nurses who have their BSN in nursing may earn their MSN degree to become a NP at the campus. Prospective students will meet with program advisors to learn about admission requirements and program details. 6-8 p.m. Resume Writing. Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. Registration required for this resume writing class. 6 p.m.

Harry Potter Trivia Night. Noble Creature Cask House, 126 E. Rayen Ave., Youngstown. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvist.org. Teams of 3-4 people will compete to answer a variety of Potter-related questions. Adults only. 7 p.m.

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Let it Snow. Ward Beecher Planetarium, 100 Lincoln Ave., Youngstown 44555. 330-941-3616. Wbplanetarium.org. A holiday music show celebrating the winter season. Includes bells, reindeer, presents, cookies, snow, nutcrackers and more. 8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 6, 13, 20 and Saturday, Dec. 7, 14, and 21.

Music & Nightspots Birdfish. Shiloh Hawkins & Mark Scheuring. 7 p.m. Cafe 422/Warren. Ruby. 6:30 p.m. Crickets Bar. Whatevr. 8 p.m. Cork and Cap. Joshua Lee Nelson. 7 p.m. Dash Inn. The Ovation Band. 8 p.m. Eintracht Singing Society. German Christmas. 5 p.m. El Cowboy. Geo C. and The Storm. 6:30 p.m. EVOLving Door. Music of the Plants Concert. 6 p.m. The Federal. Dueling Pianos. 8 p.m. Jacked Bar & Grill. Steppin’ Back. 7 p.m. Leon’s. Denise. Classic Country. 6 p.m. Modern Methods. Ryan Blakeman. 7 p.m. Piggy’s Sports Bar. High Noon. 9 p.m. Rhine Haus Bier Hall. Fred Ziwich. Polkas. 6 p.m. Rolling Mills. Manhattan Band. 8 p.m. Suzie’s/Boardman. The Blue Collar Band. 9 p.m. Speakeasy Lounge. Davis and Henner. 7 p.m. Vineyards at Pine Lake. Richard Boston. 7 p.m. Vintage Estate. Save Yourself. 8 p.m.

SATURDAY 7 Student Run Free Clinic. NEOMED Education and Wellness Center, 4211 State Route 44, Rootstown. 330-552-7080. clinic@outreachneo.org. A studentrun clinic that will offer primary care, chronic disease management, regular routine care, physical exams, basic labs and prescriptions for medications. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays, Dec. 7, 14, and 21. 49th Annual American Holiday at The Butler Arts & Crafts Show. Butler Institute of American Art, 524 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44502. For more information, email artsandcraftshow@butlerart.com or call Wayne at 330743-1107, ext. 1313. Featuring work by artists and artisans that will be available for purchase. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7 and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 8. The Santa Shuffle. Held throughout Downtown Youngstown and headquartered at The Draught House, 219 West Federal St. Downtown Youngstown, 44503. Features live music, food and drink specials and benefits local charities. Includes a “12 Days of Christmas” auction at the Draught House. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. MetroMutts: Jingle Mutts. Pioneer Pavilion, Mill Creek MetroParks, 870 Old Furnace Road, Youngstown 44511. 330-740-7107. Call WRA at 330-740-7114 to register by Dec. 5 for this moderate, 1-mile hike along Artist Trail. Includes refreshments afterward. 11 a.m. $2-free. Blood Drive. Austintown Library, 600 South Raccoon Road. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. Held by the Mahoning Chapter of the American Red Cross. For appointments call 1-800-733-2767 or register at www.RedCrossBlood.org. 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7 and 1-6 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 10. Sensory Storytime. Main Library, 444 Mahoning Ave., N.W., Warren. 330-399-8807, ext. 206. A storytime specially designed for children with autism and other sensory-integration challenges. Features age-appropriate stories and sensory-rich activities for children ages 3-8 with a caregiver. Registration required. 11 a.m. Get Connected with Digital Media @ the Library. Struthers Library, 95 Poland Ave., Struthers. 330-7448636. www.libraryvist.org. For families interested in learning to download free eBooks, audiobooks, movies, TV shows, music, comics, and more. Registration required. 11 a.m. Saturday Stories. Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org.

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Babies, toddlers, preschoolers and their adults are invited for stories, songs, rhymes, and play time. 11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 7, 14, 21 and 28. Remembering Volney Rogers Trolley. Boards at Ford Nature Center, Mill Creek MetroParks, 840 Old Furnace Road, Youngstown 44511. 330-740-7107. Register/pay at WRA, 330-740-7114, ext. 282. Honor the legacy of the Park founder by visiting some of this Park projects and final resting place. $11-$6. Noon-1:30 p.m. Make! Alka Seltzer Rocket Launcher. OH WOW! The Roger and Gloria Jones Children’s Center for Science and Technology. 11 W. Federal St., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-5914. www.ohwowkids.org. Ages 7 and up will explore the basic principles of Rocketry during this interactive workshop. Noon-2 p.m. $8-free. Movie Matinee. Newport Library, 3730 Market St., Youngstown. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. Bring snacks and drinks to enjoy during this movie. Featuring a newly released DVD rated PG-13 to G. Children age 7 years must be with an adult. 1:30 p.m. The Alien Who Stole Christmas. Ward Beecher Planetarium, 100 Lincoln Ave., Youngstown 44555. 330-941-3616. Wbplanetarium.org. A tour of winter’s evening-sky with Jolly Old Saint Nick and Mr. Freep. 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7 and 14. Lego my Library. Canfield Library, 43 W. Main St. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvist.org.Kids ages 6 and up can enjoy creating Lego designs. 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7 and 6 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 18. World Sandwich Day. Sebring Library. 195 W. Ohio Ave. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvist.org. Adults and teens will earn about various toppings and how they last long past their expiration date. 2:30 p.m. Hidden Gems from the Mahoning Valley Historical Society. Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek MetroParks, 123 McKinley Ave., Youngstown 44509. 330-740-7116. View 19th and 20th Century photographs from the archives of the MVHS. There will be a “Meet the Curator” event on Saturday, Dec. 7 from 5-7 p.m.The exhibit is held through Jan. 5, 2020. 5-7 p.m. (Meet the Curator event), Saturday, Dec. 7. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesdays-Sundays through Jan. 5, 2020. Winter Nights. Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek MetroParks, 123 McKinley Ave., Youngstown 44509. 330-740-7116. Experience the outdoor light display and Unicorn games and crafts. 5-7 p.m. Saturdays, Dec. 7, 14, 21 and 28. $1 (craft fee). Femmes of Rock. Packard Music Hall, 1703 Mahoning Ave.,Warren 44483. 330-399-4885. Featuring the Jingle Bellas with the Bella Electric Strings. Led by rock violinist and arranger, Nina DiGregorio. Call for admission costs. 7 p.m. truT V’s “Impractical Jokers: The Cranjis McBasketball World Tour.” Covelli Centre, 229 E. Front St., Youngstown 44503. 330-746-5600. Ticketmaster. com. Featuring The Tenderloins. Call or visit the website for admission information. 7:30 p.m. Tribute to the Trans-Siberian Orchestra. Robins Theatre, 160 E. Market St., Warren 44481. 234-4300005. Featuring First Snow, a tribute to Trans-Siberian Orchestra. Call for admission costs. 8 p.m. “A Country Christmas.” DeYor Performing Arts Center, 260 W. Federal St., Downtown Youngstown 44503. For tickets, call the DeYor box office at 330-7440264. youngstownsymphony.com. The Youngstown Symphony Orchestra presents its first concert of the Pops Series of the 2019-2020 season. Featuring Nashville artists Rachel Potter and Patrick Thomas. 8 p.m. Let it Snow. Ward Beecher Planetarium, 100 Lincoln Ave., Youngstown 44555. 330-941-3616. Wbplanetarium.org. A holiday music show celebrating the winter season. Includes bells, reindeer, presents, cookies, snow, nutcrackers and more. 8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 6, 13, 20 and Saturday, Dec. 7, 14, and 21.

Music & Nightspots barrel33. Simon Keneally. 8-11 p.m. Birdfish. Mountain Man John Burton. 7 p.m. Brickhouse. Cin City and the Saints. 9 p.m. Casual Pint. TSR Duo. 7 p.m. Cottage Gardens. Ukuladies Gone Wild. Noon-2 p.m. Covelli Centre. Impractical Jokers. 7:30 p.m. Crickets. Glitter Pig. 9 p.m. Fernengel’s Tavern. IDK. 9:30 p.m. Greene Eagle Winery. Kevin Mazey. 6:30 p.m. JRz Pub. Gary Markasky Project. 9 p.m. Leon’s. Velocity. 9 p.m. Los Gallos. Vintage Vinyl. 8 p.m. Maennerchor Club. Sauce Boss. 7 p.m. Marguerita’s Grille. Dead Flowers. 7 p.m. Nexus Sound. Kash Doll. 9 p.m. Polish Falcons. Koledy. Christmas music. 7 p.m. Rhine Haus Bier Hall. Kosmix. 7 p.m. Robins Theatre. First Snow. 7 p.m. Rolling Mills. Summer of ’65 Band. 8 p.m. Speakeasy Lounge. SSC Jazz. 7 p.m. Stambaugh Auditorium. Madrigal Show. 1 p.m. Steel City Sports Bar/New Castle. Sleeping’ Dogz. 9 p.m. VentiSei Winery. Ben and His Bass. 8 p.m. Westside Bowl. The Dude Abides. 8 p.m. Whistle and Keg. French Blue. 8 p.m.

SUNDAY 8 Christmas Band Concert. Packard Music Hall, 1703 Mahoning Ave.,Warren 44483. 330-399-4885. Featuring The Packard Band. 2 p.m. Stained Glass Concert. Niles First United Methodist Church, 608 N. Crandon Ave, Niles 44446. 330-652-1439. Presented by the Youngstown Symphony Orchestra. Casual dress. 4 p.m. The American Slovak Cultural Association of the Mahoning Valley’s Annual Vilija Dinner. St. Nicholas Byzantine Center at the Grove, 3801 Shady Run Road, Youngstown. For tickets and information contact Loretta at 330-549-3760 or e-mail loretta. ekoniak@gmail.com. Featuring the traditional Slovak Christmas Eve meal (fish, pirohy, and kolace), musical entertainment and more. Tickets will not be sold at the door. 4 p.m. $25. Ten-Minute Plays. Spotlight Theater, Bliss Hall, Youngstown State University, One University Plaza, Youngstown 44555. 330-941-3810. Join the Youngstown State University Department of Theatre and Dance for the eighth annual evening of TenMinute Plays showcasing student directors and actors in these workshop productions. 7 p.m.

MONDAY 9 Remembering Volney Rogers: Part Two. First Presbyterian Church, 201 Wick Ave.,Youngstown. Call WRA at 330-740-7114 for more information on this 6-mile hike. Pay respects to the founder of Mill Creek Park with this hike from his church to his gravesite. 1-4 p.m. 3-D Lego Brick Keychains. Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit. org. Teens and pre-teens will learn how to design and customize a Lego brick keychain. For ages 10 and up. Registration required. 4:30 p.m. Family Fun Storytime. Cortland Branch Library, 578 Lakeview Drive, Cortland. 330-638-6335. Families with children ages 3-10 are invited to enjoy activities and stories. 6 p.m. Mondays, Dec. 2 and 9. Pups and Pages. Howland Branch Library, 9095 E. Market St., Warren. 330-856-2011. Children can gain confidence and improve reading skills as they read to a dog provided by Pet Partners of Greater Youngstown Area. For children in K-6 interested in signing up for a 15-minute

YSU Skeggs Lecture Series presents Martin Sheen: 7 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 16 at Stambaugh Auditorium in Youngstown reading session. Registration required. 6-7:30 p.m. Tales to Tails. Canfield Library, 43 W. Main St. 330-7448636. www.libraryvist.org. Children in grades K and up are invited to read to a therapy dog from Pet Partners of Greater Youngstown. Bring a book of your own or choose one at the library. 6 p.m. Winter Mystery. Austintown Library, 600 South Raccoon Road. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. A mystery holiday craft program for adults and teens. Supplies will be provided. Registration required. 6:30 p.m.

TUESDAY 10 Baby Brilliant: Playtime at your Library. Poland Library, 311 S. Main St. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit. org. Read a story and have fun with developmentally appropriate games and activities that you can do with your child, aged 2-6, to get them ready for kindergarten. Activities vary at each program. Children must be accompanied by an adult. 10 a.m. Little Explorers Club: “The Snow Tree.” Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek MetroParks, 123 McKinley Ave., Youngstown 44509. 330-740-7116. For ages 3-6, with an adult. Explore the wonders of winter through a story, hike, and more. 10-11 a.m. $5. Blood Pressure Screening. Michael Kusalaba Library, 2815 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown. 330744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. Held by the City of Youngstown Fire Department. 10-11 a.m. Tuesdays, Dec. 3, 10 and 17. Blood Pressure Screening. Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. Held by the City of Youngstown Fire Department. 10-11 a.m. Tuesdays, Dec. 3, 10 and 17. Blood Pressure Screening. Newport Library, 3730 Market St., Youngstown. 330-744-8636. www. libraryvisit.org. Held by the City of Youngstown Fire Department. 10-11 a.m. Power Lunch. StoneBridge Grille & Tavern, 1415 Niles-Cortland Road, S.E., Warren. 330-744-2131, ext. 1225. chelsea@regionalchamber.com. Call or e-mail for additional information. Free meeting, but participants are responsible for purchasing their own food and drink. Reservations required by calling or e-mailing. 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Basic Computer Class. Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit. org. Adults will learn basic computer skills including use of a mouse, computer terms, and simple internet

use. 3 p.m. LucyLu@ the Library. Tri-Lakes Library, 13820 Mahoning Ave., North Jackson. 330-744-8636. www. libraryvisit.org. Children can sign up for a 15-minute reading session with LucyLu, a registered therapy dog with GO TEAM Therapy Dogs. Call to register for one of the limited spots. 6 p.m. Perler My Library. Newport Library, 3730 Market St., Youngstown. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. School-age children can get creative with perler beads and make creations. 6 p.m. BIC SCORE Appointments @ the Library. Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. Adults needing advice on starting a business or in need of growing business are welcome to meet with volunteers from SCORE. Call 330-9412948 for an appointment. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Go West, Young Men of Steel: W. Pigott, E.W. Wilson, and Youngstown, WA. Boardman Library, 7680 Glenwood Ave. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit. org. Adults and teens are invited to this presentation looking at the development of Youngstown. Registration required. 6:30 p.m. Laid Back Cooking: Quick Soups. Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek MetroParks, 123 McKinley Ave., Youngstown 44509. 330-740-7116. A demonstration and tasting with Jack Kravitz featuring a variety of strudels. Register/pay by Dec. 7. 6:30-8:30 p.m. $24-26.

WEDNESDAY 11 Craigslist Basics. Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. Adults and teens will learn how to use Craigslist. Registration required. 9:30 a.m. Sit and Stitch. Canfield Library, 43 W. Main St. 330744-8636. www.libraryvist.org. Adults are welcome to share ideas and skills while networking. Bring your Unfinished Objects (UFOs) for this group, notinstructor-led activity. 11 a.m. Art on the Rocks. Jewish Community Center, 505 Gypsy Lane, Youngstown. 330-746-3251. Paint rocks using acrylic paint and. All materials will be provided. 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 11 and 5:30-7 p.m. Monday, Dec. 16. $20-15. Healthier at Home. Newport Library, 3730 Market St., Youngstown. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. A workshop for adults interested in learning tips to keep themselves and family safe and healthy. Includes a free

copy of the book “Healthier at Home: Your Complete Guide to Symptoms, Solutions & Self Care.” Led by an instructor from Mercy Health Youngstown. Registration required. 11 a.m. Blood Pressure Screening. Sebring Library. 195 W. Ohio Ave. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvist.org. Held by Salem Area Visiting Nurse Association. 1-2 p.m. Creative Crafternoon. Liberty Branch Library, 415 Churchill-Hubbard Road, Youngstown. 330-759-2589. Teens in grades 7-12 can spend the afternoon creating arts and crafts. 3 p.m. Microsoft Word Class 1. Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit. org. Adults will learn the basic skills of Microsoft Word. Class will be followed by Classes 2 and 3 at later dates. Registration required. 4 p.m. Yoga Class. Poland Library, 311 S. Main St. 330-7448636. www.libraryvisit.org. A pay as you attend class for adults. 5-6 p.m. Wednesdays, Dec. 4, 11 and 18. Star Wars Sith-mas. Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. Star Wars-themed snacks will be featured during this holiday event. Children under 7 must be with an adult. 6 p.m. Food for Thought: “The Oceanic.” Cultivate Co-op Café, 901 Elm St., Youngstown. Come order a bite to eat and take part in a discussion of the book by Aimee Nezhukumatathil (poetry). Food orders must be in by 6 p.m. All books are available through the YSU Maag or public libraries and at YSU Barnes & Noble. 6-7 p.m.

THURSDAY 12 Read and Make. Sebring Library. 195 W. Ohio Ave. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvist.org. Children ages 3-5 are invited for a story, songs, and craft. 11 a.m. “Down Home Country Christmas.” Dutch Village Event Center, inside the Best Western Plus Dutch Haus Inn & Suites, 150 E. Ohio Route 14, Columbiana 44408. 330-482-5050. For tickets, call 866-482-5050, ext. 425. The Chuck-Wagon Gang will perform Christmas music, southern-gospel style. Matinee performance includes a four-course plated lunch. Call for admission costs. Noon, Thursday, Dec. 12 and Thursday, Dec. 13 and 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 13. Blood Drive. Canfield Library, 43 W. Main St. 330744-8636. www.libraryvist.org. Held by the Mahoning Chapter of the American Red Cross. For appointments call 1-800-733-2767 or register at www.RedCrossBlood. org. 2-7 p.m. Lego my Library. Sebring Library. 195 W. Ohio Ave. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvist.org. Kids ages 6 and up can enjoy creating Lego designs. 4 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 12 and 11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 28. So, You Want to Write a Business Plan? Michael Kusalaba Library, 2815 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown. 330744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. Adults are invited to learn about free resources from the library for the budding business owner. Registration required. 6 p.m. DARE Singles Group Meetings. Disciples Christian Church, 565 Boardman-Canfield Road, Youngstown. 330729-0127. The group Divorce/Death Aren’t Really the End will meet for Speaker Night. Featuring Cassandra from Direction Home of Eastern Ohio. 7:30 p.m.

FRIDAY 13 Chair Yoga. Canfield Library, 43 W. Main St. 330-7448636. www.libraryvist.org. Pay as you attend. Dress comfortably for this adults only class. 10 a.m. Friday, Dec. 6, 13, 20 and 27. $10. Tales for Tots:“When it Starts to Snow.”MetroParks Farm, Mill Creek MetroParks, 7574 Columbiana-Canfield Road, Canfield 44406. Call FRG at 330-740-7116 by Oct. 16. Children ages 2-3, with an adult, will learn what animals do when it starts to snow. Register by Dec. 11 and learn through a story, craft, and outdoor discovery. 10-11 a.m. $4.

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Blood Drive. Poland Library, 311 S. Main St. 330744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org.Held by the Mahoning Chapter of the American Red Cross. For appointments call 1-800-733-2767 or register at www.RedCrossBlood. org. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Friday, Dec. 13 and 1:30-6:30 p.m. Monday, Dec. 30. Pneumonia and Shingles. Jewish Community Center, 505 Gypsy Lane, Youngstown. 330-746-3251. Susan DeLeo from Oak Street Health will discuss symptoms and treatments of pneumonia and shingles. 1-2 p.m. Christmas Show 2019. Fred Astaire Dance Studios, 5090 Market St., Boardman 44512. 330-788-3200. Youngstown@fredastaire.com. Featuring live ballroom and Latin performances. Performances benefit Akron Children Hospital. 6 p.m. “Miracle on Easy Street.” DeYor Performing Arts Center, 260 W. Federal St., Downtown Youngstown 44503. 330-744-0264. Presented by Easy Street Productions and featuring over 150 dancers, singers and Little Rascals. Hosted by Maureen Collins and Todd Hancock. Call for admission costs. 7:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 13 and Saturday, Dec. 14 and 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14 and Sunday, Dec. 15. Let it Snow. Ward Beecher Planetarium, 100 Lincoln Ave., Youngstown 44555. 330-941-3616. Wbplanetarium.org. A holiday music show celebrating the winter season. Includes bells, reindeer, presents, cookies, snow, nutcrackers and more. 8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 6, 13, 20 and Saturday, Dec. 7, 14, and 21.

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St. Edwards Craft Show. St. Edwards Church, 240 Tod Lane, Youngstown 44504. 330-743-2308. Includes holiday carols, concessions, and artisans from across the valley. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14 and 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 15. Second Saturdays: Members Only Access. OH WOW! The Roger and Gloria Jones Children’s Center for Science and Technology. 11 W. Federal St., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-5914. www.ohwowkids.org. Join WOW! Pals before the museum opens for members only access. WOW! Pals will test new exhibits and program ideas. 9-10 a.m. The second Saturday of each month. Blood Drive. Boardman Library, 7680 Glenwood Ave. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. Held by the Mahoning Chapter of the American Red Cross. For appointments call 1-800-733-2767 or register at www. RedCrossBlood.org. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Hack-it! Ugly Sweater. OH WOW! The Roger and Gloria Jones Children’s Center for Science and Technology. 11 W. Federal St., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-5914. www.ohwowkids.org. Ages 9 and up will

explore circuitry with InspireWorks staff and design an ugly sweater. Noon-2 p.m. $8-free. Saturday Drive-In Movie Matinee. Newport Library, 3730 Market St., Youngstown. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. All ages are invited for a classic Christmas matinee. Children will be able to decorate their car (cardboard box) to sit in during the movie. Light refreshments provided. 1 p.m. Nature Club: It’s for the Birds! Ford Nature Center, Mill Creek MetroParks, 840 Old Furnace Road, Youngstown 44511. Call FRG to register/pay by Dec. 12 at 330-740-7116. Children ages 7 and older will create edible bird ornaments using pine cones and then place them on an evergreen tree during a hike. 1-3 p.m. $4 (per family). Craft Program: Fill-and-Build Ornaments. Howland Branch Library, 9095 E. Market St., Warren. 330-856-2011. Local artist Lisa Vulovich will lead participants in decorating glass ornaments by stuffing them with different materials. All supplies provided. For adults. Registration required. 2 p.m. The Alien Who Stole Christmas. Ward Beecher Planetarium, 100 Lincoln Ave., Youngstown 44555. 330-941-3616. Wbplanetarium.org. A tour of winter’s evening-sky with Jolly Old Saint Nick and Mr. Freep. 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7 and 14. Listen and Create. Brownlee Woods Library, 4010 Sheridan Road, Youngstown. 330-744-8636. www. libraryvisit.org. Children of all ages are invited to listen to a story and create a holiday craft. 3 p.m. Winter Mystery. Michael Kusalaba Library, 2815 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown. 330-744-8636. www. libraryvisit.org. A mystery holiday craft program for adults and teens. Supplies will be provided. Registration required. 3:30 p.m. Spanish Conversation Group. Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown. 330-744-8636. www. libraryvisit.org. All proficiency levels welcome to explore a different topic every month and engage in bilingual conversation. Open to the public. For adults and teens. 4 p.m. Concert: Old Dominion. Covelli Centre, 229 E. Front St., Youngstown 44503. 330-746-5600. Ticketmaster. com. Featuring Old Dominion’s “Make it Sweet Tour” with Scotty McCreery and Ryan Hurd. Call for admission costs. 7 p.m. Friendly Squares Dance Club’s Christmas Dinner Dance. Niles SCOPE Center, 14 E. State St., Niles. For additional information call Gene at 330-506-3370. To RSVP for dinner, call Frankie at 330-506-3370. Includes dinner for members only. Please bring a covered dish to share. Following dinner will be Square Dancing. Gene Hammond and Neil Harner will be the callers with Frankie Hammond cuing the line dances. There will be a High/Low dance with alternating tips for new dancers currently taking lessons. Dress is casual. $6 (dance). 6-7:30 p.m. (dinner), 7:30-10 p.m. (dance). Let it Snow. Ward Beecher Planetarium, 100 Lincoln Ave., Youngstown 44555. 330-941-3616. Wbplanetarium.org. A holiday music show celebrating the winter season. Includes bells, reindeer, presents, cookies, snow, nutcrackers and more. 8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 6, 13, 20 and Saturday, Dec. 7, 14, and 21.

Music & Nightspots Birdfish Brewing Co. Plenty Nice. 7 p.m. Body Bliss Connection. Spiral Rhythms: Holiday Drum and Dance. 7:30 p.m. Casual Pint. The McCabes. 7 p.m. Charbenay’s. The Richie Wilkins Trio. 6 p.m. Cortland Moose Lodge. HardDrive. 7 p.m. Covelli Centre. Old Dominion. 7 p.m. Crickets Bar. Vegas. 8 p.m. Diletto Winery. Save Yourself. 7 p.m. Fellows Riverside Gardens. Christmas music. 5 p.m. First Presbyterian/Sharon. Christmas Concert. 7:30 p.m.

Greene Eagle Winery. Denise. 6:30 p.m. Greenville Elks Club. Juvenile Characteristics. 9 p.m. High Pointe Restaurant. Sums Divide. 8 p.m. Ice House. 80s Proof. 9 p.m. Jacked Bar & Grill. Shane McGee. 7 p.m. Leon’s. Neutron Falls. 9 p.m. Los Gallos. The Cue Band. 8 p.m. Maennerchor Club. Muddy Cadillac. 7 p.m. Margherita’s Grille. Kevin Ciambrone. 7 p.m. Moose Lodge/New Castle. Grandview Soul. 8 p.m. Piggy’s Sports Bar. Velocity. 9 p.m. Rolling Mills. Broken Reins. Oldies. 8 p.m. Salem Eagles #316. Damaged Goods. 9 p.m. Scottish Rite Cathedral. Feel the Love. 7:30 p.m. Selah. Nikita Jones. 6:30 p.m. Speakeasy Lounge. Just Matt. 7 p.m. St. John’s Episcopal Church. Horns A’ Caroling. 1 p.m. Steel City Sports Bar/New Castle. Zoo Band. 9 p.m. Suzie’s/Downtown. SkyLyfe. 9 p.m. Toss’d. Max Schang and Charlie Barath. 8 p.m. Vineyards at the Lake. Kim Vankleeck. 7 p.m. Whistle and Keg. Dead Flowers. 8 p.m.

SUNDAY 15 Holiday Fireside Luncheon. Sebring Mansion Inn & Spa, 385 West Ohio Ave., Sebring 44672. Call 330-9380423 for reservations. A holiday luncheon featuring entertainment by Cahal Dunne. Dinner includes: turkey with stuffing and mashed potatoes, braised beef with mashed potatoes, or seafood St. Jacques with Risotto. Price includes valet parking, coat check, welcome Champagne, appetizers, lunch, dessert, and entertainment. Noon-4 p.m. $75. Goodbye Autumn, Hello Winter. Ford Nature Center, Mill Creek MetroParks, 840 Old Furnace Road, Youngstown 44511. 330-740-7107. Take in the sights, sounds, and scents of the new season during this moderate, 3-mile hike around Lake Cohasset, the “place of pines.” 2-4 p.m. Big Band Jingle Bell Swing. Packard Music Hall, 1703 Mahoning Ave., Warren 44483. 330-399-4885. Featuring The Packard Band. 2 p.m. Stambaugh Chorus Holiday Concert. Stambaugh Auditorium, 1000 Fifth Ave., Youngstown 44504. 330747-5175. Featuring the Youngstown Area Community Concert Band. Proceeds go to the Food Bank. Call for admission information. 4 p.m.

MONDAY 16 YAPA/Physics and Astronomy Professional Day. Ward Beecher Science Hall, YSU Campus, One University Plaza, Youngstown. For more information call Mary at 330-941-3616 or e-mail mljanek@ysu.edu.

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For area high school physics and science teachers. Hosted by the YSU Physics and Astronomy Department in conjunction with the Youngstown Area Physics Alliance. Teachers and YAPA members are invited for this collaborative and interactive day of workshops. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Books and More. Lordstown Branch Library, 1471 Salt Springs Road, Lordstown. 330-824-2094. A program that pairs children’s literature with enrichment activities for ages 5-12. Check with staff for monthly themes. Registration required. 4:30 p.m. Evening Pre-Kindergarten Story Time. Austintown Library, 600 South Raccoon Road. 330-744-8636. www. libraryvisit.org. A program for kids ages 4 and 5 to help develop pre-literacy skills. Featuring books, stories, rhymes, music, movement and crafts. 6 p.m. Speed Reading. Canfield Library, 43 W. Main St. 330744-8636. www.libraryvist.org. Adults will learn tips and techniques for increasing reading speed. 6:30 p.m.

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TUESDAY 17 Blood Pressure Screening. Brownlee Woods Library, 4010 Sheridan Road,Youngstown. 330-744-8636. www. libraryvisit.org. Held by the City of Youngstown Fire Department. 10-11 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 3 and 17. Lego my Library. Newport Library, 3730 Market St., Youngstown. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. Kids ages 6 and up can enjoy creating Lego designs. 6 p.m. Read to Roxie. Poland Library, 311 S. Main St. 330744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. Children in grades 1-4 are invited to read to a registered therapy dog from GO TEAM. Each child will be given a15-minute session while spots remain. Call to register by asking for the Poland Library. 6 p.m. A Charlie Brown Christmas. Packard Music Hall, 1703 Mahoning Ave., Warren 44483. 330-399-4885. The Peanuts television special will come to life on stage. Call for admission costs. 7 p.m. Celebrity Series: The Texas Tenors. Westminster College, 310 S. Market St., New Wilmington, Pa. 16172. 724-946-7354. www.westminster.edu/celebrity. The group from “America’s Got Talent” will perform contemporary and traditional Christmas favorites. 7:30 p.m. $55-37.

WEDNESDAY 18 Recreational Hike. Meet at MetroParks Bikeway Trailhead at MetroParks Farm, Mill Creek MetroParks, Canfield.Call WRA at 330-740-7114 for more information on this easy 2 or 4-mile hike. 9-10 a.m. Baby Brilliant: Playtime at your Library. Boardman Library, 7680 Glenwood Ave. 330-744-8636. www. libraryvisit.org. Read a story and have fun with developmentally appropriate games and activities that you can do with your child, aged 2-6, to get them ready for kindergarten. Activities vary at each program. Children must be accompanied by an adult. 10 a.m. Blood Pressure Screening. Tri-Lakes Library, 13820 Mahoning Ave., North Jackson. 330-744-8636. www. libraryvisit.org. Held by Salem Area Visiting Nurse Association. 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Blood Pressure Screening. Canfield Library, 43 W. Main St. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvist.org. Held by Salem Area Visiting Nurse Association. 1-2 p.m. Living with Alzheimer’s Family Caregiver Support Group. Jewish Community Center, 505 Gypsy Lane, Youngstown. 330-746-3251. A family caregiver support group that provides an opportunity to share experiences in a safe setting and to learn from other families who are also living with Alzheimer’s disease. Light refreshments will be served. 1-2 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 18, Jan. 15 and Feb. 19. Culinary Curiosities. Liberty Branch Library, 415 Churchill-Hubbard Road,Youngstown. 330-759-2589.Teens in grades 7-12 are invited to taste and create. 3 p.m.

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Family Fun Bingo Night. Newport Library, 3730 Market St., Youngstown. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit. org. Picture bingo for the whole family. 5 p.m. Google Drive & Docs for Beginners. Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit. org. A hands-on class for adults interesting in learning about free tools available through Google. 6:30 p.m. Moscow Ballet’s Great Russian Nutcracker. DeYor Performing Arts Center, 260 W. Federal St., Downtown Youngstown 44503. 330-744-4269. Featuring Tchaikovsky’s score and world-class artists. Call for admission information. 7 p.m.

THURSDAY 19 Gotta Move Story Time. Tri-Lakes Library, 13820 Mahoning Ave., North Jackson. 330-744-8636. www. libraryvisit.org. Children ages 2-5 are invited for a variety of musical and movement activities that help stimulate brain development and motivate language learning. Includes stories and rhymes, song, dance, talk and play. 11 a.m. Power Lunch. Vernon’s Café, 720 YoungstownWarren Road, Niles. 330-744-2131, ext. 1225. chelsea@ regionalchamber.com. Call or e-mail for additional information. Free meeting, but participants are responsible for purchasing their own food and drink. Reservations required by calling or e-mailing. 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Bites & Bits of History: Victorian Christmas Traditions. Tyler History Center, 325 W. Federal St., Youngstown 44503. 330-743-2589. Learn how modern Christmas traditions are rooted in the 19th century with songs, images, and decor. Presented by Traci Manning, MVHS Curator of Education. Attendees may bring their own lunch. Noon-1 p.m. Sprout Club. Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek MetroParks, 123 McKinley Ave., Youngstown 44509. 330-740-7116. Register by Dec. 17 for this hands-on activities for children ages 3-5 with an adult. Featuring gingerbread, cows, and pasta. 1-2 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 19, Jan. 16, 2020 and Feb. 20. $15 (series), $7 (per class). Homeschool STREAMing. Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit. org. Homeschoolers are invited for STREAM—Science, Technology, Reading, Engineering, Art, and Math. Each month will feature a different topic and activity. For homeschoolers of all ages. Those aged 7 and under must be accompanied by an adult. 2:30 p.m. Blizzard O’Fun. Main Library, 444 Mahoning Ave., N.W.,Warren. 330-399-8807, ext. 206. Children ages 3-12 are invited to join library staff for a variety of seasonal games, crafts, and activities. 6 p.m. PLYMC’s American Sign Language Club. Newport Library, 3730 Market St., Youngstown. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. Attendees of any age will learn about and practice various aspects of the language and culture of the death/hard of hearing. 6 p.m. Austintown Movie Night. Austintown Library, 600 South Raccoon Road. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit. org. A holiday-themed movie rated PG or PG-13. Bring your own small snacks and drinks. 6 p.m. DARE Singles Group Meetings. Disciples Christian Church, 565 Boardman-Canfield Road, Youngstown. 330-729-0127. The group Divorce/Death Aren’t Really the End will meet for the Christmas Gift Exchange. Participants are asked to bring $10 gift value and cookies. 7:30 p.m.

Celtic Woman: Best of Christmas: 7:30 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 19 at Stambaugh Auditorium A Big Band Christmas. Dutch Village Event Center, inside the Best Western Plus Dutch Haus Inn & Suites, 150 E. Ohio Route 14, Columbiana 44408. 330-482-5050. For tickets, call 866-482-5050, ext. 425. A live swinging concert of holiday songs of the 30s and 40s. Featuring Dakota Horvath backed by Cleveland’s 18-piece Swing Time Era Big Band. Matinee performances include a four-course luncheon. Noon, Friday, Dec. 20. 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 20 and Saturday, Dec. 21. $51.50-41.50. Preschool STEAM Club. Brookfield Branch Library, 7032 Grove St., Brookfield. 330-448-8134. Preschoolers ages 3-5 will take part in hands-on activities focused on science, technology, engineering, art, and math. Registration required. 1 p.m. Libratory. Cortland Branch Library, 578 Lakeview Drive, Cortland. 330-638-6335. A program created for homeschooled students, ages 5-12. Activities are designed to probate collaboration, literacy, and critical thinking. Registration required by Dec. 13. 1 p.m. After School Family Fun in the Pool. Jewish Community Center, 505 Gypsy Lane, Youngstown. 330746-3251. 4:30-6:30 p.m. Free (members), $5. Let it Snow. Ward Beecher Planetarium, 100 Lincoln Ave., Youngstown 44555. 330-941-3616. Wbplanetarium.org. A holiday music show celebrating the winter season. Includes bells, reindeer, presents, cookies, snow, nutcrackers and more. 8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 6, 13, 20 and Saturday, Dec. 7, 14, and 21.

Music & Nightspots Birdfish Brewing Co. Adrian Miles. 7 p.m. Cafe 422/Warren. Ruby. 7 p.m. Cork & Cap. Scenic Route. 7 p.m. El Cowboy. Faction Debut. 9 p.m. Jacked Bar & Grill. Mike G. 7:30 p.m. Los Gallos. Leanne Binder and Rajma. 6 p.m. Los Gallos/Boardman. Redline. 9 p.m. Rolling Mills. Sensations Band. 8 p.m. Speakeasy Lounge. Live music. 7 p.m. Suzie’s/Downtown. Alteras. 8 p.m. Thirsty Frog. American Made Band. 7 p.m. Toss’d. Terry Dach. 8 p.m. Unity Centre of Girard. Drumming Circle. 7 p.m. Vineyards at the Lake. The Berrys. 7 p.m. Vintage Estate. Dead Flowers. 7 p.m.

SATURDAY 21 Student Run Free Clinic. NEOMED Education and Wellness Center, 4211 State Route 44, Rootstown. 330-552-7080. clinic@outreachneo.org. A studentrun clinic that will offer primary care, chronic disease management, regular routine care, physical exams, basic labs and prescriptions for medications. 9 a.m.-1

Music & Nightspots Birdfish Brewing Co. Hayden Brooke, Sister Luna. 7 p.m. Boardman Township Park. Music in the Park. 5 p.m. Brickhouse. Relapse. 9 p.m. Cava Tapas & Wine Bar. Stan Miller. Jazz. 6 p.m. Eastwood Mall. The Magic of Christmas. 11 a.m. Fellows Riverside Gardens. Christmas music. 5 p.m. Jack’s Y-Two Bar & Grille. Cin City and the Saints. 9 p.m. Jacked Bar & Grill. Joshua Lee Nelson. 7 p.m. Lieb Wein. The BreezeWay. 8 p.m. Los Gallos. NFNJ. 8 p.m. Margherita’s Grille. Mark Soini. 7 p.m. Riardo’s Bar & Grill. Pixie and Russ. 8 p.m. Richard Brown. Music at Madison. 7 p.m. Rolling Mills. Disco Inferno. 9 p.m. Selah. Julia Cooper. 6:30 p.m. Southern Park Mall. Nico’s Christmas Music Remixed. 11 a.m. Speakeasy Lounge. Dead Flowers. 7 p.m. Stambaugh Auditorium. A.C. Jones. Country. 6 p.m. VentiSei Winery. Jon and Bob. 7:30 p.m. Vineyards at Pine Lake. Ben Flint. 7 p.m. Westside Bowl. Rebreather. 6 p.m. Whistle and Keg. Shoe Shine Boys. 8 p.m.

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FRIDAY 20 Gotta Move Story Time. Poland Library, 311 S. Main St. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. Children ages 2-5 are invited for a variety of musical and movement activities that help stimulate brain development and motivate language learning. Includes stories and rhymes, song, dance, talk and play. 10 a.m.

p.m. Saturdays, Dec. 7, 14, and 21. Make! Gingerbread Edition. OH WOW! The Roger and Gloria Jones Children’s Center for Science and Technology. 11 W. Federal St., Youngstown 44503. 330744-5914. www.ohwowkids.org. All ages with adult supervision are invited to make and tests Gingerbread machines. Noon-2 p.m. $8-free. YSU’s Men’s Basketball. Covelli Centre, 229 East Front St., Youngstown 44503. The Penguins will play West Virginia University Mountaineers. Includes entertainment by the YSU Pep Band Dance Team, and more. 1 p.m. Listen and Create. Struthers Library, 95 Poland Ave., Struthers. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvist.org. Children of all ages are invited to listen to a story and create a holiday craft. 3 p.m. Winter Begins. Meet at Calvary Run Parking area, Mill Creek, MetroParks. Call WRA at 330-740-7114 for more information on this moderate, 1-mile hike. 6-7:30 p.m. Evergreen & Holly: A Christmas Benefit for the Salvation Army. Jeanne D. Tyler Ballroom of Stambaugh Auditorium, 1000 Fifth Ave., Youngstown 44504. 330-747-5175. Presented by A.C. Jones, twotime Music Row Country Breakfast Chart Top 40 artist. Jones will be performing Christmas songs. Includes a holiday dinner. 6 p.m. Let it Snow. Ward Beecher Planetarium, 100 Lincoln Ave., Youngstown 44555. 330-941-3616. Wbplanetarium.org. A holiday music show celebrating the winter season. Includes bells, reindeer, presents, cookies, snow, nutcrackers and more. 8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 6, 13, 20 and Saturday, Dec. 7, 14, and 21.

Movie Night. Austintown Library, 600 South Raccoon Road. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. Bring snacks and drinks to enjoy during this newly released DVD viewing. Rated PG or G and for the whole family. Children must be accompanied by an adult. 6 p.m. DISNEY

Disney On Ice ‘Dream Big’: Dec. 26-Dec. 29 at the Covlelli Centre in Youngstown

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CALENDAR REGIONAL RADIO MONDAY-FRIDAY

Ukrainian Music. WKTL (90.7 FM). 7:30-9 p.m. Jazz Sofa With Rick Popovich. WYSU (88.5 FM). 8-11 p.m. Jazz.

BBC World Service. WKSU (89.7 FM). Midnight-5 a.m., Monday-Friday.

Slovak Music. WKTL (90.7 FM). 9-11 p.m.

This Morning with Gordon Deal. WKBN (570 AM). 5-8 a.m., Monday-Friday.

House of Hair with Dee Snider. WNCD (93.3 FM). 9 p.m. Metal.

Morning Edition. WKSU (89.7 FM). 5-9 a.m., Monday-Friday. News from NPR.

Coast to Coast AM with George Noory. WKBN (570 AM). 7-9 p.m.

Doing Good. WYSU (88.5 FM). 6:45 and 8:45 a.m., Tuesday. With Gina Marinelli.

Now’s the Time. WYSU (88.5 FM). 11 p.m.midnight. Dr. Martin Berger hosts this long-running local jazz program.

Tim Francisco. WYSU (88.5 FM). 6:45 a.m. and 8:45 a.m., Wednesday. Interviews.

SUNDAY

Morning Edition. WYSU (88.5 FM). 7-9 a.m., Monday-Friday. News from NPR.

To the Best of Our Knowledge. WKSU (89.7 FM). 5-6 a.m. Today’s great minds.

Dan Rivers. WKBN (570 AM). 8 a.m.-noon, Monday-Friday. Local talk. Classical Music with Gary Sexton. WYSU (88.5 FM). 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Monday-Friday.

Alternative Radio. WYSU (88.5 FM). 6-7 a.m. Analysis and views frequently ignored/distorted in other media.

The Takeaway. WKSU (89.7 FM). 9-10 a.m., Monday-Friday. News and features.

Acoustic Cafe. WAPS (91.3 FM). 6-8 a.m. Music and live, in-studio performances.

1A. WKSU (89.7 FM). 10 a.m.-noon, Monday-Friday. Show on video gaming.

MOTH RADIO HOUR

Nard. WNCD (93.3 FM). 10 a.m.-noon, Monday-Friday. Classic rock.

‘The Moth Radio Hour’ – True stories told live on stage. 1-2 p.m. on Saturday on WKSU (89.7 FM).

Here and Now. WKSU (89.7 FM). Noon-2 p.m., Monday-Friday. News/interviews.

Bodhi. WNCD (93.3 FM). 7 p.m.-midnight. Monday-Friday. Rock.

Rush Limbaugh. WKBN (570 AM). Noon-3 p.m., Monday-Friday. Political talk.

Performance Today. WYSU (88.5 FM). 7:30-10 p.m., Monday-Thursday.

Freakononics Radio. WYSU (88.5 FM). Noon-1 p.m. Talks with provocateurs, social scientists and entrepreneurs.

Fresh Air. WKSU (89.7 FM). 2-3 p.m., Monday-Friday. Culture, arts and politics.

Ground Zero with Clyde Lewis. WKBN (570 AM). 10 p.m.-midnight, Monday-Friday.

Fast Freddie. WNCD (93.3 FM). Noon-6 p.m. Fred Woak plays classic rock.

Fast Freddie. WNCD (93.3 FM). 3-7 p.m., Monday-Friday. Classic rock.

Radio Deluxe with John Pizzarelli. WYSU (88.5 FM). 11 p.m.-1a.m., Friday.

Radio Lab. WYSU (88.5 FM). 1-2 p.m.

Ron Verb. WKBN (570 AM). 3-7 p.m., Monday-Friday. Local talk.

Coast to Coast AM with George Noory. WKBN (570 AM). 1-5 a.m., MondaySaturday.

Fresh Air. WYSU (88.5 FM), 3-4 p.m., Monday-Friday. Culture, arts and politics. The World. WKSU (89.7 FM). 3-4 p.m., Monday-Friday. International news.

SATURDAY

Plant Care. WKBN (570 AM). Noon-3 p.m.

Hungarian Program. WKTL (90.7 FM). Noon-1:30 p.m. Hosted by Andy Check. Ask Me Another. WKSU (87.9 FM). 11 a.m.-noon. Trivia night comes to radio. This American Life. WKSU (89.7 FM). Noon-1 p.m. Hosted by Ira Glass. The Moth Radio Hour. WKSU (89.7 FM). 1-2 p.m. True stories told live on stage.

On Being. WYSU (88.5 FM), WKSU (89.7 FM). 7-8 a.m. Program exploring questions at the center of human life. Serenata d’Italia. WNIO (1390 AM). 8-10 a.m. Italian music. Hosted by Vince Camp. Weekend Edition. WYSU (88.5 FM). 8-10 a.m. News and features from NPR. House of Hair with Dee Snider. WNCD (93.3 FM). 9 a.m. From AC/DC and the Scorpions to Metallica and Bon Jovi. Shooter Sharp’s American Roundup. WAPS (91.3 FM). 9-11 a.m. Americana and country to alt-country and honky tonk. Morris Ray. WKBN (570 AM). 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Local talk. Live From Here. WYSU (88.5 FM), WKSU (89.7 FM). 10 a.m.-noon. Variety show. The Italian Show. WPIC (790 AM). 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Hosted by Joe Naples, Butch Nichols, Joe Godina and Frankie Gallo.

All Things Considered. WYSU (88.5 FM), WKSU (89.7 FM). 4-6 p.m., Monday-Friday.

To the Best of Our Knowledge. WKSU (89.7 FM). 5-6 a.m., Saturday-Sunday. Ideas from today’s great minds.

The Marketplace. WKSU (89.7 FM). 6 p.m., Monday-Friday. Economic news.

Buckeye Sportsman with Dan Armitage. WKBN (570 AM). 6-8 a.m.

The Takeaway. WYSU (88.5 FM). 6:30-7 p.m., Monday-Friday. Business news.

Inside Europe. WKSU (89.7 FM). 6-7 a.m. Award-winning show on European topics.

The New Yorker Radio Hour. WYSU (88.5 FM). 2-3 p.m. Profiles, storytelling and conversations. Hosted by David Remnick.

The Daily. WKSU (89.7 FM). 6:30 p.m., Monday-Friday. News with Michael Barbaro and The New York Times.

Hearts of Space. WYSU (88.5 FM). 6 a.m. Ambient and electronic music.

Snap Judgment. WKSU (89.7 FM). 2-3 p.m. Dramatic tales and edgy storytelling.

Wait, Wait, Don’t Tell Me. WYSU (88.5 FM), WKSU (89.7 FM). 1-2 p.m. Quiz show.

On the Media. WYSU (88.5 FM). 7 a.m. How the media shape world view.

Radiolab. WKSU (89.7 FM). 3-4 p.m.

The Splendid Table. WKSU (89.7 FM). 2 p.m. Food and the joy of eating.

Sean Hannity Show. WKBN (570 AM). 7-10 p.m., Monday-Friday. Political talk.

Big Band. WKTL (90.7 FM). 7-9 a.m.

The Moth Radio Hour. WKSU (89.7 FM). 7 p.m., Monday. True stories told live on stage without scripts, notes, or props.

Living on Earth. WKSU (89.7 FM). 7-8 a.m. Award-winning environmental news.

Radio Lab. WKSU (89.7 FM). 7 p.m., Tuesday. Jad Abumrad and Robert Krulwich weave stories with science.

Weekend Edition. WYSU (88.5 FM), WKSU (89.7 FM). 8-10 a.m. News/features.

This American Life. WKSU (89.7 FM). 7 p.m., Wednesday. Mostly journalistic, nonfiction topics. Hosted by Ira Glass. Snap Judgment. WKSU (89.7 FM). 7 p.m., Thursday. Glynn Washington mixes real stories and music.

Car Care. WKBN (570 AM). 8-10 a.m. Tips.

Irish Melodys Program. WKTL (90.7 FM). 9-10:30 a.m. Irish music and culture. Wait, Wait, Don’t Tell Me!. WYSU (88.5 FM), WKSU (89.7 FM). 10-11 a.m. Quiz show. Home Care. WKBN (570 AM). 10-11 a.m. Home care and repair with Herb Soss.

Sound Opinions. WKSU (89.7 FM). 7 p.m., Friday. Greg Kot and Jim DeRogatis interview artists and talk about music.

German Melodies. WKTL (90.7 FM). 10:30 a.m.-noon. German music and culture. Wolfgang and Helga Wengler host.

The Jazz Sofa With Rick Popovich. WYSU (88.5 FM). 7-11-p.m., Friday, Jazz.

The TED Radio Hour. WYSU (88.5 FM). 11 a.m.-noon. Speakers on varying topics.

Spanish Program. WKTL (90.7 FM). 1:30-3 p.m. Spanish music and culture.

Hungarian Music. WKTX (830 AM). 3-5 p.m. Hosted by Jim Georgiates. Bullseye with Jesse Thorn. WYSU (88.5 FM). 3-4 p.m. Pop culture, comedy and interviews with creative people. Musica d’Italia. WKTL (90.7 FM). 3-4:30 p.m. Only a Game. WYSU (88.5 FM). 4-5 p.m. Sports magazine hosted by Bill Littlefield. Planet Money. WKSU (89.7 FM). 4-5 p.m. A non-traditional look at the economy. Polka Jukebox. WKTL (90.7 FM). 4:30-6 p.m. How I Built This. WKSU (89.7 FM). 4:30 p.m., Saturday. The stories behind some of the world’s best known companies.

Sound Opinions. WKSU (89.7 FM). Noon-1 p.m. Greg Kot and Jim DeRogatis interview artists and review new releases. Hungarian Music. WKTX (830 AM). 1-3 p.m. Jim Georgiates hosts.

Says You. WYSU (88.5 FM). 2-3 p.m. A Way With Words. WYSU (88.5 FM). 3 p.m. The Splendid Table. WYSU (88.5 FM). 4 p.m. Milk Street Radio. WKSU (89.7 FM). 3-4 p.m. TED Radio Hour. WKSU (89.7 FM). 4-5 p.m. All Things Considered. WYSU (88.5 FM), WKSU (89.7 FM). 5-6 p.m. Folk Alley Radio Show. WKSU (89.7 FM). 6-8 p.m. Folk, roots, Americana, Celtic, contemporary singer/songwriter, world, and acoustic music. Thistle and Shamrock. WYSU (88.5 FM). 6-7 p.m. Irish music and culture.

All Things Considered. WYSU (88.5 FM), WKSU (89.7 FM). 5-6 p.m. News from NPR.

Tangled Up in Blues. WNCD (93.3 FM). 7-10 p.m.

Live From Here with Chris Thile. WYSU (88.5 FM). 6-8 p.m. Variety show.

Sunday Baroque. WYSU (88.5 FM). 9-11 p.m. Music from the Baroque period.

AM STATIONS WKBN (570), Youngstown. News, talk. WRQX (600). Salem. Standards. WPIC (790). Sharon. News/talk. WKTX (830), Cortland. Religious. KDKA (1020), Pittsburgh. News/talk. WTAM (1100). Cleveland. News/talk. WKST (1200), New Castle. News/talk. WBBW (1240). Youngstown. Sports. WGFT (1330), Campbell. Urban AC. WNIO (1390), Youngstown. Sports. WYCL (1540), Niles. Talk. WHTX (1570), Warren. Urban.

FM STATIONS WZIP (88.1), Akron. College. WRCT (88.3), Pittsburgh. College. WYSU (88.5), Youngstown. Classical. WBJV (88.9), Steubenville. Inspirational.

WWNW (88.9), New Wilmington. College. WQED (89.3), Pittsburgh. Classical. WCSB (89.3), Cleveland. Public radio. WILB (89.5), Boardman. Catholic. WKSU (89.7), Kent. Public radio. WVMN (90.1), New Castle. Religious. WARC (90.3), Meadville. College. WCPN (90.3). Cleveland. Jazz. WESA (90.5). Pittsburgh. Public radio. WKTL (90.7). Struthers. Ethnic, alternative. WRUW (91.1). Cleveland. Public radio. WRMU (91.1). Alliance. Jazz. WSAJ (91.1). Grove City. Public radio. WAPS (91.3). Akron. Public radio. WYEP (91.3) Pittsburgh. Alternative. WYTN (91.7). Youngstown. Religious. WPTS (92.1). Pittsburgh. College. WDJQ (92.5). Alliance. Top 40. WNCD (93.3). Youngstown. Rock. KDKA (93.7). Pittsburgh. Sports. WGFT (94.7). Girard. Urban. WONE (97.5). Akron. Classic rock. WNCX (98.5). Cleveland. Classic rock. WMXY (98.9). Youngstown. A.C. WGAR (99.5). Cleveland. Country. WSHH (99.7) Pittsburgh. Music variety. WMMS (100.7). Cleveland. Rock. WHOT (101.1) Youngstown. Top 40. WYLR (101.9). Hubbard. Christian. WDVE (102.5). Pittsburgh. Rock. WYFM (102.9). Sharon. Classic rock. WPGB (104.7). Pittsburgh. Country. WQXK (105.1). Salem. Country. WMJI (105.7). Cleveland. Oldies. WXDX (105.9). Pittsburgh. Alternative. WBBG (106.1). Niles. Country. WENZ (107.9). Cleveland. Hip Hop.

INTERNET ONLY Rookery Radio (rookeryradio.com). College radio from Youngstown State University. Music, sports, talk and news. Golden String Radio (goldenstringradio. org). Rock, jazz, oldies, standards, podcasts

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WEDNESDAY 25 MERRY CHRISTMAS! THURSDAY 26 Disney On Ice Presents “Dream Big.” Covelli Centre, 229 E. Front St., Youngstown 44503. 330746-5600. Ticketmaster.com. Join Moana, Rapunzel, Aurora, Jasmine, Belle and more in this 90th birthday celebration in honor of Walt Disney’s “True Original, Mickey Mouse.” Costumes are permitted on those ages 14 and younger only. Call for admission costs. 7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 26, Friday, Dec. 27, Saturday, Dec. 28; 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 28 and 1 and 5 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 29. DARE Singles Group Meetings. Disciples Christian Church, 565 Boardman-Canfield Road, Youngstown. 330-729-0127. The group Divorce/Death Aren’t Really the End will meet for Birthday Night. 7:30 p.m.

FRIDAY 27 Winter Break Surprise. Main Library, 444 Mahoning Ave., N.W., Warren. 330-399-8807, ext. 206. Children ages 5-12 are invited to visit the Children’s Department for crafts, games, stories and a surprise. 1-4 p.m. Friday, Dec. 27 or 2-7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 2.

Make! Mini Hovercraft. OH WOW! The Roger and Gloria Jones Children’s Center for Science and Technology. 11 W. Federal St., Youngstown 44503. 330744-5914. www.ohwowkids.org. All ages are invited to explore Newton’s Laws of Motion in this project-based workshop where students will make their own minigliding toy. Noon-2 p.m. $8-free. LEGO Club. Cortland Branch Library, 578 Lakeview Drive, Cortland. 330-638-6335. Children ages 5-12 are invited to create with the library’s collection of LEGO building bricks. All structures will remain at the library. 1-2:30 p.m.

Music & Nightspots Birdfish Brewing Co. Julia Cooper. 7 p.m. Crickets Bar. Conkle Brothers. 8 p.m. Jacked Bar & Grill. Damian Knapp. 7 p.m. Los Amigos/New Castle. Randy Velez. 5:30 p.m. Los Gallos. Guys Without Ties. 8 p.m. Noble Creature Cask House. Ruby. 7 p.m. Rolling Mills. Cin City and the Saints. 8 p.m. Speakeasy Lounge. Gary Markasky Project. 7 p.m. Steel City Sports Bar/New Castle. Total Package. 9 p.m. Toss’d. Double Shot. 8 p.m. Vintage Estate. Ryan Blakeman. 7 p.m. Vineyards at Pine Lake. On the Rocks. 7 p.m.

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SATURDAY 28 The Resolution Run. LindenPointe Innovative Business Campus, 3580 Innovation Way, Hermitage, Pa. 16148. This 5K run/walk supports the LDC, a nonprofit organization, which fosters small business development in the region. 10 a.m. STEM Storytime! OH WOW! The Roger and Gloria Jones Children’s Center for Science and Technology. 11 W. Federal St., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-5914. www.ohwowkids.org. Ages 5 and under are invited to learn the basics of rocketry by making straw rockets. 10-11 a.m. $8-free.

Uncorking The Best Medicine with Basile: 7:30 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 28 at Ford Family Recital Hall (at DeYor).

Birdfish Brewing Co. Nathan Kalish. 7 p.m. Casual Pint. The BreezeWay. 7 p.m. Fellows Riverside Gardens. Christmas music. 5 p.m. JRz Pub. Relapse. 9 p.m. Jacked Bar & Grill. Shane McGee. 7 p.m. The Manor. Ruby. 6 p.m. Margherita’s Grille. The Richie Wilkins Trio. 7 p.m. Rolling Mills. Total Package Band. 8 p.m. Salvatore’s Italian Grill. Ryan Blakeman. 6 p.m. Speakeasy Lounge. Mark Soini. 7 p.m. Suzie’s/Downtown. Larry Elefante and Nick Frank Trio. 9 p.m. Vineyards at the Lake. Hair Supply. 6:30 p.m. Westside Bowl. MoonStation Burning. 7 p.m. Whistle and Keg. Shoe Shine Boys. 8 p.m.

SUNDAY 29 MONDAY 30 TUESDAY 31 “Noon” Year’s Eve. Brookfield Branch Library, 7032 Grove St., Brookfield. 330-448-8134. Children of all ages are invited to ring in the new year with crafts, snacks, and a balloon drop at noon. Fancy dress encouraged but not required. Registration required. 11:30 a.m. “Noon” Year’s Eve Party. Main Library, 444 Mahoning Ave., N.W., Warren. 330-399-8807, ext. 206. Children of all ages are invited to celebrate New Year’s Eve with music, games, crafts, snack, and a countdown to the noon “balloon drop.” Fancy dress encouraged but not required. Registration required. 11:30 a.m. First Night Youngstown. Ward Beecher Planetarium, 100 Lincoln Ave., Youngstown 44555. 330-941-3616. Wbplanetarium.org. Celebrate New Year’s Eve with this special presentation. Held each half hour. 6-9 p.m. Vintage Soul New Year’s Eve. Dutch Village Event Center, inside the Best Western Plus Dutch Haus Inn & Suites, 150 E. Ohio Route 14, Columbiana 44408. 330-482-5050. For tickets, call 866-482-5050, ext. 425. A Las-Vegas style show celebrating soul artists; such as the Platters, Imperials, Aretha Franklin, Stevie Wonder, and more. Includes a surf and turf dinner. Call for costs. 8 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 31.

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Charbenay’s. The Richie Wilkins Trio. 6 p.m. Downtown Youngstown. First Night Youngstown. El Cowboy. Geo and Tha Storm. 9 p.m. Greene Eagle Winery. Take II Band. 6 p.m. Los Gallos/Boardman. Tongue “N” Groove. 8 p.m. Quaker Steak/Austintown. 80s Proof. 9 p.m. Quaker Steak/Sharon. Honeyboy. 7 p.m. Rolling Mills. Tommy Chris and Cosmo’s Cats. 7 p.m. Salem Eagles #316. Manhattan. 8:30 p.m.

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CALENDAR UPCOMING MAJOR EVENTS Vintage Soul New Year’s Eve. Best Western Plus Dutch Haus Inn & Suites, 150 East State Route 14, Columbiana 44408. A Las Vegas style show celebrating music of soul artists such as Stevie Wonder, Aretha Franklin, Al Green, and more. Includes a five-course dinner. 8 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 31.

DECEMBER Sesame Street Live’s “Let’s Party!” Covelli Centre, 229 E. Front St., Youngstown 44503. 330-746-5600. Ticketmaster.com. An interactive show with new songs and sing-alongs. Featuring Oscar, Cookie Monster, Elmo and other favorites. $10:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 30 and Sunday, Dec. 1. 62-$17.

JANUARY

Warren Civic Music Association: Christmas Wonderland. W.D. Packard Music Hall, 1704 Mahoning Ave., N.W., Warren 44483. 7 p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 4. $40. YSU Carols & Cocoa and Dana Holiday Concert. Stambaugh Auditorium, 1000 Fifth Ave., Youngstown 44504. 330-259-0555. The event begins with carols in the Jeanne D. Tyler Grand Ballroom. Cookies and cocoa will be available in the Concert Hall Lobby during intermission as the concert moves from the Jeanne D. Tyler Grand Ballroom to the Concert Hall for the Dana Holiday Concert. 7 p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 4. Unto Us: The Nativity Story. Best Western Plus Dutch Haus Inn & Suites, 150 East State Route 14, Columbiana 44408. Mary and Joseph on their journey of faith as they experience the events leading to Jesus’ birth in Bethlehem. Noon, Thursday, Dec. 5. The Nutcracker. Stambaugh Auditorium, 1000 Fifth Ave., Youngstown 44504. 330-259-0555. Ballet Western Reserve presents “The Nutcracker” with a 1920s Jazz Age twist. A family-friendly event featuring the music of Duke Ellington, Billy Strayhorn, Glenn Miller performed live by YSU’s Jazz Ensemble. 8 p.m., Friday, Dec. 6 and 2 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 8. Christmas Madrigal Dinner and Show. Stambaugh Auditorium, 1000 Fifth Ave., Youngstown 44504. 330-259-0555. The invent features authentic music, costumes, and dining that recreates the mood of a Madrigal celebration. With each performance, a meal will be served in the Anne K. Christman Hall, featuring roasted pork, herb-crusted chicken, potato medley, wild rice blend, strawberry rhubarb crisp and beverages will be provided. A cash bar will be available. Tapestries of Ohio, Inc. is a non-profit, self-sustaining organization. 1 p.m. and 6:30 pm., Saturday, Dec. 7. Femmes of Rock - Rockin’ Holiday. W.D. Packard Music Hall, 1704 Mahoning Ave., N.W., Warren 44483. 7 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 7. $43 $33 $23. Trutv Impractical Jokers“The Cranjis Mcbasketball World Tour” Starring The Tenderloins. Covelli Centre, 229 E. Front St., Youngstown 44503. 1-800-745-3000. 7:30 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 7. $54.50. The Pops Series: A Country Christmas. Edward W. Powers Auditorium, 260 W. Federal St., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-0264. Nashville artists Rachel Potter and Patrick Thomas usher in the holiday season with a down-home twist. 8 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 7. “Down Home Country Christmas.” Dutch Village Event Center, inside the Best Western Plus Dutch Haus Inn & Suites, 150 E, Ohio Route 14, Columbiana 44408. 330-482-5050. For tickets, call 866-482-5050, ext. 425. The Chuck-Wagon Gang will perform Christmas music, southern-gospel style. Matinee performance includes a four-course plated lunch. Call for admission costs. Noon, Thursday, Dec. 12 and Thursday, Dec. 13 and 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 13. Miracle on Easy Street. Edward W. Powers Auditorium, 260 W. Federal St., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-0264. Easy Street Productions returns to celebrate the season with their annual holiday spectacular featuring over 150 singers, dancers and Little Rascals. Hosted by Maureen Collins and Todd Hancock. 7:30 p.m., Friday, Dec. 13; 2:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 14 and 2:30 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 15. $35, $29, $25, $19, $15. Coasters, Drifters, and Platters. Stambaugh

The Harlem Globetrotters 2020 World Tour: 2 and 7 p.m. Saturday, Jan 4 at the Covelli Centre in Youngstown. Featuring ‘Pushing the Limits’ with Big Easy Lofton, Hi-Lite Bruton, and woman stars TNT Lister, Swish Sutton, and Torch George. Auditorium, 1000 Fifth Ave., Youngstown 44504. 330259-0555. 8 p.m., Friday, Dec. 13. $50-$20. Concert: Old Dominion. Covelli Center, 229 E. Front St., Youngstown 44503. 330-746-5600. 7 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14. $68-38. A Charlie Brown Christmas Live on Stage, W.D. Packard Music Hall, 1704 Mahoning Ave., N.W., Warren 44483. 7 p.m., Tuesday, Dec. 17. $45, $35, $25. The Texas Tenors. Westminster Celebrity Series, Orr Auditorium, Westminster College, 319 S. Market St., New Wilmington, Pa. 16172. 724-946-7354. These classically-trained, versatile tenors return to Celebrity Series by popular demand for the holidays in a show of contemporary and traditional Christmas favorites. 7:30 p.m., Tuesday, Dec. 17. $55,$47,$42,$37. The Great Russian Nutcracker. Edward W. Powers Auditorium, 260 W. Federal St.,Youngstown 44503. 330744-0264. Featuring the Moscow Ballet’s Great Russian Nutcracker. Featuring world-class artists and over 200 dazzling costumes. 7 p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 18. Celtic Woman: Best of Christmas. Stambaugh Auditorium, 1000 Fifth Ave., Youngstown 44504. 330-259-0555. Multi-platinum international music sensation Celtic Woman celebrates the holiday season with its eighth annual “Symphony Tour.” 7:30 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 19. A Big Band Christmas. Dutch Village Event Center, inside the Best Western Plus Dutch Haus Inn & Suites, 150 E, Ohio Route 14, Columbiana 44408. 330-482-5050. For tickets, call 866-482-5050, ext. 425. A live swingin’ concert of holiday songs of the 30s and 40s. Featuring Dakota Horvath backed by Cleveland’s 18-piece Swing Time Era Big Band. Matinee performances include a four-course luncheon. Noon, Friday, Dec. 20. 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 20 and Saturday, Dec. 21. $51.50-41.50. Disney On Ice: “Dream Big.” Covelli Centre, 229 East Front St., Youngstown 44503. 330-746-5600. Moana, Rapunzel, Anna and Elsa, Cinderella, Aurora, Jasmine and Belle and their adventures. 7 p.m.,Thursday, Dec. 26, Friday,

Dec. 27, Saturday, Dec. 28 and at 11 a.m. or 3 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 28 and 1 or 5 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 29. Uncorking The Best Medicine with Basile. Ford Family Recital Hall, 260 W. Federal St., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-0264. Meritage of Miracles Presents “Uncorking the Best Medicine” with Basile, a comedy show directly benefitting the pediatric palliative care program for children with chronic, complex, and life-threatening illnesses at Akron Children’s Hospital Mahoning Valley. 7:30 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 28.

The Harlem Globetrotters 2020 World Tour. Covelli Centre, 229 E. Front St., Youngstown 44503. 330-746-5600. Featuring “Pushing the Limits” with Big Easy Lofton, Hi-Lite Bruton, and woman stars TNT Lister, Swish Sutton, and Torch George. 2 and 7 p.m. Saturday, Jan 4. Call for ticket prices. The 59th Annual Boar’s Head & Yule Log Festival. St. John’s Episcopal Church, 323 Wick Ave., Youngstown. 330-743-3175. www.stjohnohio.org. A traditional roast beef with wassail. Featuring the Boar’s Head & Yule Log Festival Choir & Brass. Includes bagpipers, drummers, and cast of parishioners dressed in medieval costume. 12:30 p.m. (dinner), 1:30 p.m. (performance) and 3 p.m. (dinner), 4 p.m. (performance) Sunday, Jan. 5. $25-$10. Performance: Michael Carbonaro. Packard Music Hall, 1703 Mahoning Ave., Warren 44483. 330-841-2619. Featuring Carbonaro, magician, actor, and improv artist. 7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 9. $68-23. The Grand Opening Celebration of Robins Theatre. Robins Theatre, 160 E. Market St., Warren. 234-430-0005. Robinsthreatre.com. All tickets are reserved seating. Featuring Big Bad Voodoo Daddy and opening acts by local artists Cheryl Warfield, Dana Morgan, and Dennis Drummond. 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 9. $99-39. WWE NXT Live. Packard Music Hall, 1703 Mahoning Ave., Warren 44483. 330-841-2619. Tickets also available through ticketmaster.com. 7 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 11. $78-22. Last Out: Elegy of a Green Beret. Ford Family Recital Hall – DeYor Performing Arts Center, 260 W. Federal St., Downtown Youngstown 44503. Call the DeYor PAC box office at 330-744-0264 or visit deyorpac. org to purchase tickets. http://www.lastoutplay.com. A play featuring the story of Army Green Beret Danny Patton. Call for admission information. 8 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 11, 2020 and 2 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 12. $20. Annual Wine Taste. Maronite Center, 1555 S. Meridian Road, Youngstown 44511. 330-503-1888. Held by St. Maron’s Church. The theme is “A Night in Hollywood,” a red carpet event. Dress to impress. 6 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 18. $75. Concert: Josh Turner. Packard Music Hall, 1703 Mahoning Ave.,Warren 44483. 330-841-2619.Ticketmaster. com. 8 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 29. $78-$28. Mahoning Valley Scrappers Hot Stove Banquet 2020. Hollywood Gaming at Mahoning Valley Race Course, 655 N. Canfield-Niles Road, Austintown. 330-5050000. www.mvscrappers.com. Features guest speaker Omar Vizquel, former Cleveland Indians shortstop. Includes dinner, speech, and Question & Answer session. 6-9 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 30. $100 (VIP ticket)-$50.

FEBRUARY Toughest Monster Truck Tour. Covelli Centre, 229 E. Front St., Youngstown 44503. 330-746-5600. www.ticketmaster.com. 7:30 p.m. Friday, Jan. 31 and Saturday, Feb. 1.

MARCH

Josh Turner: 8 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 29 at W.D. Packard Music Hall in Warren

Concert: The Newsboys. Stambaugh Auditorium, 1000 Fifth Ave., Youngstown 44504. 330-7475175 or call the box office 330-259-0555. info@ StambaughAuditorium.com. Featuring the spring leg of their “Greatness of Our God” tour. Tickets go on sale Nov. 8. Includes special guests Mandisa and Adam Agee. 7 p.m. $45-25. Thursday, March 12.

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