Metro Monthly Calendar – October 24-31, 2022 – Tell us about your event! Via e-mail:
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. 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.
Monday 24
Meal Prep Basics. Culinary Literacy Center, Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Learn the art of meal planning around choice proteins and vegetables. Participants will learn how to make a breakfast, lunch, and dinner dish. 5:30-6:40 p.m.
Microsoft Word Class 2. Austintown Library, 600 South Raccoon Road 44515. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. This class will review the basics and cover how to enhance your document using formatting, layout, margins and spacing. Prior attendance in Microsoft Word Class 1 is preferred. 6-7 p.m.
Sweets, Scares and Story Time. Boardman Library, 7680 Glenwood Ave. 44512. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Come in costume for story time followed by trick-or-treating through the library. All ages. 6-7 p.m.
LEGO My Library. Poland Library, 311 S. Main St. 44514. 330-744-8636.www.libraryvisit.org…. Features an hour of free play with LEGOs. For children of all ages. Works will be displayed in the Library. 6-7 p.m.
Jazz Ensemble. Chestnut Room, first floor, Kilcawley Center, YSU, One University Plaza at Elm Street, Youngstown 44555. 7:30 p.m.
Tuesday 25
Halloween Family Story Time. Canfield Library, 43 W. Main St. 44406. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Halloween-themed stories for preschoolers, toddlers, babies and their caregivers. 10-11 a.m.
Baby Story Time. Boardman Library, 7680 Glenwood Ave. 44512. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. For babies up to 18 months with a caregiver. 10-11 a.m.
Toddler Tales. Brookfield Library, 7032 Grove St., Brookfield 44403. 330-448-8134. Storytime for toddlers ages 19 to 35 months old with a parent or caregiver. 11 a.m.
ESL-English Conversation Group. Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Practice your English pronunciation and conversation skills. Space is limited and registration is required. 6-7 p.m.
The Haunting on Lakeview Drive. Cortland Library, 578 Lakeview Drive, Cortland 44410. 330-638-6335. Celebrate Halloween at the library with food, crafts, a movie (PG-13) and a costume contest. For teens in grades 7-12. 6-7:30 p.m.
Wednesday 26
Recreational Hikes. Meets at MetroParks Bikeway Trailhead at Kirk Road, Mill Creek MetroParks, Austintown. 330-740-7114. www.mil…. Moderate: 1 or 3 miles. Volunteer-led hikes focus on exercising in the outdoors. Call Wick Recreation Area at 330-740-7114 for details. 9-10 a.m.
Baby Story Time. Poland Library, 311 S. Main St. 44514. 330-744-8636.www.libraryvisit.org…. For babies up to 18 months with a caregiver. 10-10:30 a.m.
Preschool Storytime. Howland Library, 9095 E. Market St., Howland 44484. 330-856-2011. Stories, songs, and movements reinforce the development of early literacy skills. For children ages 3-5. Wednesdays: Oct. 26, Nov. 9, 16, 23, 30. 10 a.m.
Music at Noon: Percussion Ensemble. Butler Institute of American Art, 524 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44502. 330-941-3636. 12:15 p.m.
College Writing 101. Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. For students new to writing at the college level. 5-6 p.m.
Become a Virtual Cemetery Caretaker. Canfield Library, 43 W. Main St. 44406. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Since 1998, Find a Grave has provided an online virtual cemetery that allows the public to search within and add to an online database of cemetery records. The Genealogy and Local History Librarian lead this program. 6-7:30 p.m.
Thursday 27
Toddler Story Time. Poland Library, 311 S. Main St. 44514. 330-744-8636.www.libraryvisit.org…. Features Halloween stories, songs, rhymes and fun. For ages 18 months to 3 years with a caregiver. Children are encouraged to come in costume. 10-10:30 a.m.
Toddler Tales. Howland Library, 9095 E. Market St., Howland 44484. 330-856-2011. Storytime for toddlers ages 19 to 35 months old with a parent or caregiver. Thursdays: Oct. 27, Nov. 10, 17. 10 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. 10-11:30 a.m.
Preschool Storytime. Liberty Library, 415 Churchill-Hubbard Road, Library 44505. 330-759-2589. Stories, songs, and movements reinforce the development of early literacy skills. For children ages 3-5. Thursdays: Oct. 27, Nov. 10, 17. 1 p.m.
Voice Masterclass by Dr. Kyung Kim and Dr. Hein Jung. Bliss Recital Hall, Bliss Hall, YSU, Wick Avenue at Spring Street, Youngstown 44555. 4-5 p.m.
Ghost Hunting 101. Hallowed Grounds Coffee Co., 13 1/2 Sycamore Drive, New Middletown 44442. Presented by the Collective Paranormal Research Society This group travels throughout the region to learn about area hauntings. The group has been to the Waverly Hills Sanatorium, Mansfield Prison, and the Buffalo Central Terminal. Meets at Hallowed Grounds across from the Springfield Library. 4:30-6 p.m.
Grief 101. Canfield Library, 43 W. Main St. 44406. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Presented by Kim Calhoun, bereavement facilitator from Hospice of the Valley. 5:30-6:40 p.m.
Family Halloween Party. Austintown Library, 600 South Raccoon Road 44515. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Wear your costume and join the Library for a Halloween party. Games and snacks will be provided. 6-7:30 p.m.
The Nightmare on Mahoning Avenue. 444 Mahoning Ave. NW, Warren 44483.330-399-8807. Costumes are encouraged but not required. For teens in grades 7-12. 6 p.m.
Jazz Combos Concert. University Theater, Spotlight Arena Theater, Bliss Hall. YSU, Wick Avenue at Spring Street, Youngstown 44555. 7:30 p.m.
Friday 28
Botanical Mornings. Outdoor Concourse, Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek MetroParks, 123 McKinley Ave., Youngstown 44509. 330-740-7116, ext. 230. www.mil…. Discover the progress of the seasons at Fellows Riverside Gardens. Register/pay by Oct. 26. 9-10 a.m. $5.
Hocus Pocus. Robins Theatre, 160 E. Market St., Warren 44481. 234-437-6246,
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. 7 p.m.
Evil Dead: The Musical. Salem Community Theatre. 490 E. State St., Salem 44460; 330-332-9688. www.salemcommunitytheatre.com…. Takes the elements of classic cult films and combines them in a crazy theatrical experience. 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday. Oct. 28-29, Nov. 4-5. 7 p.m. $12.
The Death of Dr. Frankenstein. 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…. Attend the gathering of the century at Dr. Frankenstein’s castle with the doctor’s guests – Vampira, Dr. Henry Jekyll, the Wolfman, angry villagers and Frankenstein’s monster. This is an audience-interactive murder mystery production. Noon (luncheon matinee) and 7 p.m. (dinner show). $60.
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 16101. 724-654-3437. www.newcastleplayhouse.org…. Doors open one hour before show. 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: 3 p.m. and 8 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 29. 8 p.m.
Music & Nightspots
- Birdfish Brewing Co. Boozin’ & Groovin’. Analog night. 7 p.m.
- Deer Creek Winery. Johnny P Blues. Blues. 6:30 p.m.
- Frenchy’s. Geo C and Tha Storm. Funk, R&B. 9 p.m.
- JR’z Pub. Common Ground. 8 p.m.
- Los Gallos. No Funk, No Justice. 8 p.m.
- Up a Creek Tavern. Random Strangers. 7 p.m.
- Westside Bowl. Night of the Musical Dead. 8 p.m.
- Westside Bowl. Ataraxis, Dive Bombs. 8 p.m.
Saturday 29
Captive City: Organized Crime in Youngstown and the Mahoning Valley. Michael Kusalaba Library, 2815 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown 44509. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Local historical writer Sean T. Posey will present a history of organized crime in Youngstown and the Mahoning Valley. In addition, Posey will discuss the Jungle Inn and the rise of the local Ku Klux Klan. 11 a.m.-noon.
Chocolate Tasting. Brookfield Library, 7032 Grove St., Brookfield 44403. 330-448-8134. Learn about the world of chocolate during this special tasting. Registration is required by Oct. 26. 1 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. 2 p.m.
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. 3 p.m. and 8 p.m.
Evil Dead: The Musical. Salem Community Theatre. 490 E. State St., Salem 44460; 330-332-9688. www.salemcommunitytheatre.com…. Takes the elements of classic cult films and combines them in a crazy theatrical experience. 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday. Oct. 28-29, Nov. 4-5. 7 p.m. $12.
Guest Artists and Faculty Recital: Korean Songs and Opera Trios. McDonough Museum of Art, YSU, 525 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44502. 330-941-1400. Kyung Kim, mezzo-soprano; Hein Jung, soprano, Misook Yun; soprano, and Younjung Cha, piano. 7:30 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.
One Dark Night – Featuring Neil Zaza. Robins Theatre, 160 E. Market St., Warren 44481. 234-437-6246,
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. Features Neil Zaza’s rock symphony of the macabre. Based on the orchestra rock album “One Dark Night.” 8 p.m.
Haunted Mill? in the Dark of the Night. Lanterman’s Mill, Mill Creek MetroParks, 980 Canfield Road, Youngstown 44511. 330-740-7116. www.mil…. Is Lanterman’s Mill haunted? Join local paranormal groups to investigate the mill in the dark of night and decide for yourself. Lanterns will guide your path during the one-hour visit. For adults 18 and older. Space limited. Registration required. Register/pay by Oct. 27. 9-10 p.m. and 11-11:59 p.m. $10 (resident); $12 (non-resident).
Music & Nightspots
- The Casual Pint. The Tropiholics. 7 p.m.
- Crow’s Nest. The Show Shine Boys. 7 p.m.
- Frenchy’s Irish Pub. NFNJ. 9 p.m.
- Longboyz Tavern. Velocity. 8 p.m.-midnight.
- Margherita’s. Dead Flowers. 7 p.m.
- New Manhattan. 7% Superstar. 8 p.m.
- W.D. Packard Music Hall. Steel Panther. 8 p.m.
- Westside Bowl. Heck Vector, The Sneaky Heat Missiles. 8 p.m.
- Westside Bowl. Like Murder, Radian, D.O.S., Ace of Wands. 8 p.m.
Sunday 30
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. 2:30 p.m. $10, $8, $6.
Monday 31
Dana Fall Choral Concert. Boardman United Methodist Church, 6809 Market St., Boardman 44512. 7:30 p.m.
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