The 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 DINNERS & PERFORMANCES
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 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.
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 866-482-5050, 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.
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.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 lo*************@gm***.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.
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