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.
EVENTS WITH SANTA APPEARANCES
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. Free. 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. 724-977-5931. Cookies, coca, 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. Free.
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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