Calendar - Week 3

Metro Monthly Calendar – October 15-23, 2022

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Metro Monthly Calendar – October 15-23, 2022 – Tell us about your event! Via e-mail: ca******@me**********.net. Via U.S. Mail: Metro Monthly, P.O. Box 663, Youngstown, Ohio 44501-0663. What gets in? We give priority to the greater Youngstown-Warren area, Columbiana County and western Pennsylvania. Submit material as soon as possible; items received after the deadline (15th day of the preceding month) might not get in. The calendar also appears on our website: www.metromonthly.net…. If you have questions, call 330-259-0435.

Saturday 15

Birding the Sanctuary. Mill Creek Wildlife Sanctuary, 2650 W. Calla Road, Canfield 44406. 330-740-7116. Jeff Harvey will lead this early-morning hike at the Mill Creek Wildlife Sanctuary. Space limited. Boots required. Moderate. 1.25 miles. Register by Oct. 13. 8-9:30 a.m.

Ham Radio Antennas. Austintown Library, 600 South Raccoon Road 44515. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. How does a radio antenna work? Dive into that question together and see the differences of horizontal and vertical antennas, how they work, what changes their installation can make, and which one should you use. 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

Sensory Story Time. Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. For children 3-8 with autism or other sensory-processing needs and their families. Registration is required. 11 a.m.-noon.

Something On Saturday. East Library, 430 Early Road, Youngstown 44505. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. An afternoon of crafts, snacks and games. For families with children. 1 p.m.

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Painting Class. Liberty Library, 415 Churchill-Hubbard Road, Library 44505. 330-759-2589. Tim Milliner, a local artist and owner of the Party Art Cafe and Studio in Niles, will lead participants in this painting class. All supplies will be provided. For adults. Registration is required. 1 p.m.

Pumpkin Palooza: DIY Pumpkin Decorating. Tri-Lakes Library, 13820 Mahoning Ave, North Jackson 44451. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Pumpkins and other decorating supplies will be provided. 2-4 p.m.

Night-LITE. Ward Beecher Planetarium, YSU campus, One University Plaza, Youngstown 44555. 330-941-1370. This popular light and music extravaganza is presented in a fun, non-scary style. For all ages. Participants are encouraged to come in costume. For children and families. Other dates and times: 2 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 22; 2 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 29. 2 p.m.

Papel Picado Banner. Austintown Library, 600 South Raccoon Road 44515. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Make a colorful papel picado in honor of the end of National Hispanic Heritage Month. All materials will be provided. For grades 4-12. 3 p.m.

Bill Engvall: The Farewell Tour. Robins Theatre, 160 E. Market St., Warren 44481. 234-437-6246, bo*******@ro***********.com. Bill Engvall is a Grammy-nominated, multi-platinum selling recording artist and comedian. 7 p.m. and 9 p.m.

Walker Hayes: Glad You’re Here Tour With Special Guest Parmalee. Covelli Centre, 229 E. Front St., Youngstown 44503. 1-800-745-3000. covellicentre.com…. 7 p.m. $58-$38.

America the Beautiful – a Big Band Salute to the Military. Best Western Plus Dutch Haus Inn and Suites, 150 E. State Route 14, Columbiana 44408. 330-482-5050, press #4/dial #408. Purchase online at dasdutchvillage.com…. The MoonLight Serenaders Orchestra will perform the biggest hits of the 1940s in a production that features Big Band music and dance. The grand finale includes the “Armed Forces March,” which honors all veterans in the audience. Includes meal and show. Noon (luncheon matinee) and 7 p.m. (dinner performance). $60.

Kinky Boots. Top Hat Productions. 4220 Youngstown-Poland Road, Youngstown 44514. 330-881-0980. www.tophatproductions.org…. This musical tells the story of Charlie Price, who reluctantly inherited his father’s failing shoe factory. Charlie finds inspiration in the form of Lola, a fabulous entertainer in need of some sturdy stilettos. Book by Harvey Fierstein. Music and lyrics by Cyndi Lauper. Tony Awards for “Best Musical” and “Best Score” in 2013. 7:30 p.m., Oct. 1, 7-8, 14-15.

Nightlights. Ward Beecher Planetarium, YSU campus, One University Plaza, Youngstown 44555. 330-941-1370. The Planetarium’s annual Halloween spectacular has been going strong since 1974. Visitors are invited to arrive in costume. For all ages, although younger visitors might be scared by the loud music and darkness. Other dates and times: 8 p.m., Friday, Oct. 21; 8 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 22; 8 p.m., Friday, Oct. 28; 3 p.m. and 8 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 29. 8 p.m.

Music & Nightspots

Birdfish Brewing Co. Mike Sopko Duo with Troy Kunkler. 2 p.m.
CharBenay’s Wine on the River. Cosmo’s Cats. 6 p.m.
Columbiana Cultural Collective. A Tribute to Motown. 7 p.m.
Deer Creek Winery. Randy Moorehead. Country, classic rock, ’90s alternative rock. 6:30-9:30 p.m.
Double Bogeys. The Breakups. Rock, roots, country and blues. 7 p.m.
Longboyz Tavern. Huckin’ Fillbilly’s. 8 p.m.
Up a Creek Tavern. No Funk, No Justice. 7 p.m.
Westside Bowl. Jones for Revival,The Groovy Roots. 6-11:30 p.m.

Sunday 16

The Tamburitzans. Ford Family Recital Hall, 260 W. Federal St., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-0264. www.youngstownsymphony.com…. 3 p.m.

Concert Band/Wind Ensemble. Edward W. Powers Auditorium at DeYor, 260 W. Federal St., Youngstown 44503. Tickets are available at DeYorPAC.org…. 4 p.m.

Pumpkin Walk. Outdoor Concourse, Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek MetroParks, 123 McKinley Ave., Youngstown 44509. 330-740-7116, ext. 230. www.mil…. Sponsored, in part, by WFMJ (Channel 21) and WBCB. 4-8 p.m.

Monday 17

All Ages Story Time. Newport Library, 3730 Market St., Youngstown 44507. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. For children of all ages and their caregivers. 10:30-11:15 a.m.

Read with Rennie. Canfield Library, 43 W. Main St. 44406. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Children will have 15 minutes to practice reading aloud with Rennie, a registered therapy dog. Registration required. 4:30-6 p.m.

All Ages Story Time. Newport Library, 3730 Market St., Youngstown 44507. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. For children of all ages and their caregivers. 10:30-11:15 a.m.

Tiger Crafting: Craft a Pumpkin. Springfield Library. 10418 Main St., New Middletown 44442. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Looking to add to your décor for your room? Come and make your very own unique pumpkin. Materials will be provided. Registration is required. 4:30-5:30 p.m.

Visiting Artist Kyla Zoe Rafert: Lecture on Mixed-Media Techniques, Combining Painting and Printmaking. McDonough Lecture Hall 3000, McDonough Museum of Art, YSU, 525 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44502. 330-941-1400. ysu.edu… 5:10 p.m.

COSI Learning Lunchbox Dinosaur Kits. Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. The Center of Science and Industry has created learning lunchboxes offering dinosaur-themed kits with five days’ worth of learning content. 5:30-6:40 p.m.

Ailey II. Ford Theater, Bliss Hall, YSU, Wick Avenue at Spring Street, Youngstown 44555. www. ysu.tix.com…. Tonight’s program is part of the Pipino Performing Arts Series. 7 p.m.

Tuesday 18

Family Story Time. Boardman Library, 7680 Glenwood Ave. 44512. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Stories for preschoolers, toddlers and their caregivers. 10-11 a.m.

“Sense”ational Story Time. Austintown Library, 600 South Raccoon Road 44515. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. For ages 18 months to 3 years with a caregiver. 11-11:30 a.m.

Adult Crafting 101. Springfield Library. 10418 Main St, New Middletown 44442. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Make your very own unique pumpkin. Materials will be provided. Registration is required. 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

STEM Tuesday. East Library, 430 Early Road, Youngstown 44505. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Features a hands-on afternoon of STEM materials and activities. For school-age children. 4-5 p.m.

Lucy Lu at the Library. Tri-Lakes Library, 13820 Mahoning Ave., North Jackson 44451. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Read to Lucy Lu, a registered therapy dog. No registration required; availability on a first-come, first-served basis. 4:30-5:30 p.m.

Cooking for One or Two. Culinary Literacy Center, Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Learn how to prepare a base meal of chicken and mixed vegetables, and turn them into several unique dishes. Register for one of two sessions. 5:30-6:40 p.m.

Introduction to Finding Grants for Nonprofits. Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Learn what funders are looking for in nonprofits seeking grants and how to find potential funders. 6-7:30 p.m.

Cookbook Club. Liberty Library, 415 Churchill-Hubbard Road 44505. 330-759-2589. Explore food themes through cookbooks. Select and make a recipe from a cookbook or magazine (no Internet recipes). Bring your dish for the other participants to sample along with a copy of the recipe. Registration is required. “Apples and Pumpkins”: 6 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. 18; “Sides That Steal the Show”: 6 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 15.

Wednesday 19

Music at Noon: Faculty Recital. Butler Institute of American Art, 524 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44502. 330-941-3636. 12:15 p.m.

Intro to Embroidery. Canfield Library, 43 W. Main St. 44406. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Learn basic embroidery stitches and start an autumn-themed project. All skill levels welcome. Materials and templates will be provided. 5:30-7 p.m.

Read to SomeBunny. Brookfield Library, 7032 Grove St., Brookfield 44403. 330-448-8134. Children in grades kindergarten to grade 6 can sign up to read aloud to registered and certified Bunnies in Baskets (therapy rabbits) for 15-minute sessions. Registration is required. 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Figures of the American Revolution Book Discussion. Howland Library, 9095 E. Market St., Howland 44484. 330-856-2011. This month’s book: “The Swamp Fox: How Francis Marion Saved the American Revolution.” By John Oller. This group is dedicated to reading and discussing notable books about figures of the American Revolution. Call Eric Callahan, Howland Library manager, at 330-856-2011 ext. 504 for more information or for assistance requesting a copy of the book. 6:30 p.m.

Thursday 20

An Evening with New York Times Best Selling Author Elin Hilderbrand. Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Join the Literary Society for an evening with New York Times bestselling author Elin Hilderbrand. All day.

Microsoft Word II. Warren Library, 444 Mahoning Ave. NW, Warren 44483. To register, call 330-399-8807, ext. 139. Classes at Warren will be held in the classroom on the second floor. Continue learning about Microsoft Office, including bullet points, columns and inserting pictures. Participants should have completed Microsoft Word I. Registration is required. 10 a.m.-noon.

Toddler Story Time. Poland Library, 311 S. Main St. 44514. 330-744-8636.www.libraryvisit.org…. For ages 18 months to 3 years with a caregiver. 10-10:30 a.m.

Halloween Baby Story Time. Canfield Library, 43 W. Main St. 44406. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. For babies up to 18 months with a caregiver. Costume optional. 10-11 a.m.

Interactive Nutrition Education Program. Culinary Literacy Center, Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Families with children (birth to 18), families who are pregnant, caregivers or young adults (18 to 26 without children) can join this nine-week series on nutrition education, physical activity and food. 10 a.m. -11:30 a.m.

Scams, Fraud, and Identity Theft. Liberty Library, 415 Churchill-Hubbard Road, Library 44505. 330-759-2589. Representatives from the 7-17 Credit Union Fraud Department will discuss fraud trends and how you can protect yourself and your friends and family. 11 a.m.

Sprout Club – Pumpkins. Classroom A, Mill Creek MetroParks Farm, 7574 Columbiana-Canfield Road, Canfield 44406. 330-740-7116. www.mil…. For ages 3-5 with an adult. The Sprout Club will focus on learning, fun and hands-on activities with pumpkins – including a tractor and wagon ride. Register/pay by Oct. 18. 1-2 p.m. $7.

ASL Club. Springfield Library. 10418 Main St, New Middletown 44442. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Miss Jenni will lead a themed lesson on American Sign Language. 6-6:45 p.m.

Tantalizing Tangrams. Cortland Library, 578 Lakeview Drive, Cortland 44410. 330-638-6335. Kids in grades K -6 can test the flexibility of their minds with these centuries-old puzzles. Registration is required by Oct. 14. 6 p.m.

Warren Civic Music presents Donny Ray Evins Cole & Soul. W.D. Packard Music Hall, 1704 Mahoning Ave., N.W., Warren 44483. 800-745-3000. www.packardmusichall.com…. Donny Ray Evins bass-baritone has been compared to Nat King Cole. 7 p.m. $115, $40 (plus applicable fees).

Friday 21

The Blue Ridge Trombone Quartet. Bliss Recital Hall, Bliss Hall, YSU, Wick Avenue at Spring Street, Youngstown 44555. Noon.

The Impracticality of Modern Day Mastodons. Kent State University at Trumbull Theatre. 4314 Mahoning Ave., N.W.; 330-675-8887. www.trumbull.kent.edu…. By Rachel Teagle. An offbeat comedy about ambition, vocation, and restlessness. Shows are 7:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday and 2:30 p.m. on Sunday. Oct. 21-23, 28-30. 7:30 p.m. $10, $8, $6.

The Rocky Horror Show. New Castle Playhouse. 212 E. Long, New Castle, Pa. 16101. 724-654-3437. www.newcastleplayhouse.org…. Oct. 21-30. 7:30 p.m. Adult, $16; seniors (60 and older) $13; students, $13; youth (12 and under) $11.

Nightlights. Ward Beecher Planetarium, YSU campus, One University Plaza, Youngstown 44555. 330-941-1370. The Planetarium’s annual Halloween spectacular has been going strong since 1974. Visitors are invited to arrive in costume. For all ages, although younger visitors might be scared by the loud music and darkness. Other dates and times: 8 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 22; 8 p.m., Friday, Oct. 28; 3 p.m. and 8 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 29. 8 p.m.

Mania – The ABBA Tribute. Robins Theatre, 160 E. Market St., Warren 44481. 234-437-6246, bo*******@ro***********.com. 8 p.m.

Music & Nightspots

Birdfish Brewing Co. Boozin’ & Groovin’. Analog night. 7 p.m.
El Cowboy. Whiskey Bound. Country and Southern rock. 8-midnight p.m.
Frenchy’s Irish Pub & Grill. RDNA. 9 p.m.
Riser Tavern and Grille. Becky Kimble. Acoustic. 7 p.m.
Westside Bowl. Flaw, Blood of Heroes, 3130. 7 p.m.
Westside Bowl. IV and the Strange Band, Mike Cummings, Austin Stirling. 8 p.m.

Saturday 22

Friends of Fellow Riverside Gardens Bulb Sale. Outdoor Concourse, Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek MetroParks, 123 McKinley Ave., Youngstown 44509. 330-740-7116, ext. 230. www.mil…. Showcasing four varieties of daffodils, allium, muscari, bluebells, starflower, snowflake and tulips in the DeYor Concourse. Saturday, Oct. 22 and Sunday, Oct. 23, Call the front desk with any questions. 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

Trick-RAWR-Treat with Komara Outdoors Reptile Show. Michael Kusalaba Library, 2815 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown 44509. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Features a RAWResome reptile show with Komara Outdoors followed by Trick-RAWR-Treat at the library. Costumes welcome. 11 a.m.-noon.

Victorian Spiritualism. Warren Library, 444 Mahoning Ave. NW, Warren 44483.330-399-8807. From the rise of spiritualism to seances, clothing, and the paranormal, this program will look at Victorian era in a lecture by Dr. Ron Brooks. Held in the Harding Meeting Room on the library’s first floor. 2 p.m.

Night-LITE. Ward Beecher Planetarium, YSU campus, One University Plaza, Youngstown 44555. 330-941-1370. This popular light and music extravaganza is presented in a fun, non-scary style. For all ages. Participants are encouraged to come in costume. For children and families. Other dates and times: 2 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 29. 2 p.m.

The Impracticality of Modern Day Mastodons. Kent State University at Trumbull Theatre. 4314 Mahoning Ave., N.W.; 330-675-8887. www.trumbull.kent.edu…. By Rachel Teagle. An offbeat comedy about ambition, vocation, and restlessness. Shows are 7:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday and 2:30 p.m. on Sunday. Oct. 21-23, 28-30. 7:30 p.m. $10, $8, $6.

The Rocky Horror Show. New Castle Playhouse. 212 E. Long, New Castle, Pa. 16101. 724-654-3437. www.newcastleplayhouse.org…. Doors open one hour prior to show. Oct. 21-30. 7:30 p.m. Adult, $16; seniors (60 and older) $13; students, $13; youth (12 and under) $11.

The Kenny Rogers Band Presents Through The Years. Robins Theatre, 160 E. Market St., Warren 44481. 234-437-6246, bo*******@ro***********.com. Featuring Don Gatlin. 8 p.m.

MetroMutts: Howl-O-Ween Hike. Barn No. 4, Mill Creek MetroParks Farm, 7574 Columbiana-Canfield Road, Canfield 44406. 330-740-7114. www.mil…. Bring your dog dressed in his/her Halloween finest. There will be a hike, dog costume contest, prizes, and refreshments following the hike. Easy, 2 miles. Call for more details. Register by Oct. 20. 9-10 p.m. Free (members), $5 (non-members).

Music & Nightspots

Birdfish Brewing Co. Gypsy Lane. 2-5 p.m.
Cork & Cap. Rachel & Lucas. 7 p.m.
Cricket’s Bar. No Funk, No Justice. 8 p.m.
Leon’s. Random Strangers. Country. 9 p.m.
Longboyz Tavern. Blue Siren. 8 p.m.
Salem American Legion. Goes Like This. 7 p.m.
Westside Bowl. Ain’t Life a Glitch. 7 p.m.

Sunday 23

Friends of Fellow Riverside Gardens Bulb Sale. Outdoor Concourse, Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek MetroParks, 123 McKinley Ave., Youngstown 44509. 330-740-7116, ext. 230. www.mil…. Showcasing four varieties of daffodils, allium, muscari, bluebells, starflower, snowflake and tulips in the DeYor Concourse. Call the front desk with any questions. 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

Trombone Guest Artist Masterclass: Jeff Dee. Room 2326, Bliss Hall, YSU, Wick Avenue at Spring Street, Youngstown 44555. 1-3 p.m.

Voice Studio Recital. Bliss Recital Hall, Bliss Hall, YSU, Wick Avenue at Spring Street, Youngstown 44555. 3 p.m.

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