Metro Monthly Calendar – October 8-14, 2022

Metro Monthly Calendar – October 8-14, 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.

Saturday 8

Youngstown Flea. 365 E. Boardman St., downtown Youngstown 44503. 330-565-5483.

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. youngstownflea.com…. The Youngstown Flea continues its seventh season today. The Flea features local and regional merchants selling arts, antique and repurposed furniture, vintage clothing, collectibles, jewelry, candles, food, drink and produce. 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Hispanic Heritage Month: Colombian Cheese Arepas. Culinary Literacy Center, Main Library, 305 Wick Ave. 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Learn how to prepare Arepas con Queso in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month. The group will prepare homemade arepas and sample class work. Registration required. 11 a.m.-noon.

STEAM Lab. Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Explore STEAM activities available to children. Creative, open free play with Legos, blocks, robots and coloring. For ages 3-12. Noon-1 p.m. 

Wizarding Weekend. Ward Beecher Planetarium, YSU campus, One University Plaza, Youngstown 44555. 330-941-1370. This program celebrates Harry Potter and the J.K. Rowling universe. Learn about the night sky and how it relates to the wizarding world. Test your knowledge for a chance to earn house points. Seating is first-come, first-seated. 12:30 p.m., 2 p.m., 7 p.m. and 8:30 p.m.

Rare and Endangered Chickens. Michael Kusalaba Library, 2815 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown 44509. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Learn about rare and critically endangered chickens with Black Witch Farm. See a variety of breeds. 1 p.m.

Oak Hill Cemetery Tour: Library Founders and Benefactors. Oak Hill Cemetery, 344 Oak Hill Ave., Youngstown 44502. 330-744-3836. Search for the graves of Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County’s founders and benefactors. 3-5 p.m.

Travis Tritt and Chris Janson. Tritt and Janson perform in The Can’t Miss Tour with special guest War Hippies.7:30 p.m. $99.50-$35.

Mandy Gonzalez. Westminster Celebrity Series, Orr Auditorium, Westminster College, 319 S. Market St., New Wilmington, Pa. 16172. 724-946-7354. www.westminster.edu… Gonzalez brings her “More Than Fearless” tour to Westminster. She currently stars as Angelica Schuyler in “Hamilton.” 7:30 p.m. $52, $47, $43, $39.

Ghostbusters in Concert. Edward W. Powers Auditorium at DeYor, 260 W. Federal St., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-0264. www.youngstownsymphony.com…. The Youngstown Symphony Orchestra will perform Elmer Bernstein’s Grammy-nominated “Ghostbusters” score. Guest conductor Erik Ochsner will take the podium as “Ghostbusters” is screened live. Performances occur 7:30 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 8 and 2:30 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 9.

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.

Music & Nightspots

• Birdfish Brewing Co. Swap Meet. Acoustic. 2-5 p.m.
• Cafe 422/Warren. John Reese. 6-9 p.m.
• El Cowboy. RDNA. 8 p.m.
• Factory 46 Tavern. Kris Farrell. 8:30 p.m.
• Green Eagle Winery. Matt Skeen. Acoustic. 6-9 p.m.
• Longboyz Tavern. Broken Reins. 8 p.m.
• Margherita’s. Ruby. Mountain Soul music. 7-10 p.m.
• Noble Creature. Gallatin Hall. Folk acoustic, Americana. 7:30 p.m.
• Westside Bowl. Daydreamer, the Undone, Undercover Juicebox. 8 p.m.
• Woodland Cellars. Rachel & Lucas. Irish fiddling, acoustic, folk music. 7-10 p.m.

Sunday 9

The Big Sit. Mill Creek Wildlife Sanctuary, 2650 W. Calla Road, Canfield 44406. 330-740-7116. This dawn-to-dusk international birding event gives participants the opportunity to showcase the diversity of bird species found at the Mill Creek Wildlife Sanctuary. Occurs rain or shine. Bring a comfortable chair and binoculars. Stay for an hour or for the whole day. Help count all the bird species seen or heard from the observation deck. Call for details. Led by the Audubon Society and Mill Creek MetroParks. 7 a.m.-5 p.m. 

MetroCyclers. Meet at East Golf Hike and Bike Trail parking lot across from Mill Creek Golf Course, Mill Creek MetroParks, Boardman 44512. 330-740-7114. www.mil…. Bring your own helmet and bike or rent a bike from Trailside Bicycle Company. Meets at the Trailhead. Moderate 5-7 mile ride, low to no inclines. Call Wick Recreation Area at 330-740-7114 for details. 1-2 p.m.

Ghostbusters in Concert. Edward W. Powers Auditorium, 260 W. Federal St., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-0264. www.youngstownsymphony.com…. The Youngstown Symphony Orchestra will perform Elmer Bernstein’s Grammy-nominated “Ghostbusters” score. Guest conductor Erik Ochsner will take the podium as “Ghostbusters” is screened live. 2:30 p.m.

W.D. Packard Concert Band. W.D. Packard Music Hall, 1704 Mahoning Ave., N.W., Warren 44483. 800-745-3000. www.packardmusichall.com…. 3 p.m.

Full Moon Hike. Par 3 Parking Lot, Wick Recreation Area, Mill Creek MetroParks, 1861 McCollum Road, Youngstown 44509. 330-740-7114. www.mil…. Join a Metroparks educator for a full moon hike around the Rocky Ridge area. Dress for the weather and wear hiking boots or closed-toe shoes. Moderate: 2 miles. Registration required. Register by Oct. 7, online or call  330-740-7116 for details. No walk-ins. No pets. 7-8:30 p.m.

Blues Traveler 35th Anniversary Tour. Robins Theatre, 160 E. Market St., Warren 44481. 234-437-6246,

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. Blues Traveler has played over 2,000 live shows for more than 30 million people. “Run-Around” was the longest-charting radio single in Billboard history. Their movie credits include “Blues Brothers 2000,” “Kingpin,” and “Wildflowers.” 7:30 p.m.

Monday 10

Eating Healthy on a Budget. Culinary Literacy Center, Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Learn how to maximize nutrition by using local, in-season produce. 5:30-6:40 p.m. 

Tuesday 11

Family Story Time. Canfield Library, 43 W. Main St. 44406. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. 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.

Baby Story Time. Austintown Library, 600 South Raccoon Road 44515. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. For babies up to 18 months with a caregiver. 11-11:30 a.m.

Family Story Time. Sebring Library, 195 W. Ohio Ave. 44672. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. For preschoolers, toddlers and their caregivers. 4:30-5:30 p.m. 

Medicare Health and Drug Plan Resources. Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Explains Medicare resources and information as you consider your options for Medicare health and drug plans. 6-7:30 p.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.

Wednesday 12

Recreational Hikes. Parking Lot, East Newport Boat Launch, East Newport Drive, Mill Creek MetroParks, Boardman 44512. 330-740-7114. www.mil…. Moderate: 1 or 3 miles. Volunteer-led hikes focus on exercising in the outdoors. Call 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.

Community Education: Election Safety and Security. Springfield Library. 10418 Main St, New Middletown 44442. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Learn about how elections work with a presentation by the Mahoning County Board of Elections. 11 a.m.-noon.

Music at Noon: Piano Studio Recital. 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…. This class will cover the topics of finding sources, formatting a paper and creating citations. 5 p.m.

Hispanic Heritage Month: Colombian Cheese Arepas. Culinary Literacy Center, Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Learn how to prepare Arepas con Queso in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month. Space is limited and registration is required. 5:30-6:40 p.m. 

Basic Computer Class. Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. This beginner’s class will cover identifying parts of the computer, using the keyboard and mouse and simple internet use. 6-7:30 p.m.

Dana Symphony Orchestra Concert. Edward W. Powers Auditorium at DeYor, 260 W. Federal St., Youngstown 44503. Tickets are available at DeYorPAC.org…. 7:30 p.m.

Thursday 13

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

Interactive Nutrition Education Program. 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.

Microsoft Word I. 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.  Learn the basics of formatting, editing, printing and saving. Participants should be comfortable with a mouse and some typing. Registration is required. 10 a.m.-noon. 

Fiero Coding Club. Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Learn how to write code, create websites, design games and apps. 4-5:30 p.m.

Reading with Rhys. Springfield Library. 10418 Main St., New Middletown 44442. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Each child will be given a 15-minute reading session to read to Rhys, a registered-therapy dog. 4:30-5:30 p.m. 

A Fashion Frenzy: Find Your Personal Style. Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Discuss trends, flip through magazines and create. 5 p.m. 

Food for Thought Book Discussion. Main Library, 305 Wick Ave. 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Lit Youngstown will lead a discussion of a wide variety of genres – novel, memoir, essay, nonfiction, poetry, and biography. 5-6 p.m.

How-To NaNoWriMo. Main Library, 305 Wick Ave. 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Join the Library for a conversation on strategies for National Novel Writing Month. 6-7:45 p.m.

Family Storytime. Cortland Library, 578 Lakeview Drive, Cortland 44410. 330-638-6335. For families with children ages 3-10. No registration is necessary. Thursdays: Oct. 13, 27, Nov. 10. 6 p.m.

Youngstown Phantoms’ Hockey. Covelli Center, 229 E. Front St., Youngstown 44503. 330-747-7825. youngstownphantoms.com…. The Phantoms play Madison. 6:05 p.m. $25-$14.  

The Thomas Colloquium Presents John Hope Bryant. Stambaugh Auditorium, 1000 Fifth Ave., Youngstown 44504. 330-259-0555. www.stambaughauditorium.com…. Bryant is the founder, chairman, and CEO of Operation HOPE, Inc., the largest non-profit, best-in-class provider of financial literacy, and economic empowerment services in the United States. 7 p.m.

W.D. Packard Band Sweetest Day Dance. W.D. Packard Music Hall, 1704 Mahoning Ave., N.W., Warren 44483. 800-745-3000. 7 p.m.

Francois Fowler / Christopher Mrofchak Guitar Duo. Bliss Recital Hall, Bliss Hall, YSU, Wick Avenue at Spring Street, Youngstown 44555. Tonight’s performance features a guest artist (alumnus)/faculty recital. 7:30 p.m.

Friday 14

Pumpkin Carving. Cushwa Outdoor Education Pavilion, Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek MetroParks, 123 McKinley Ave., Youngstown 44509. 330-740-7116, ext. 230. www.mil…. Carve pumpkins for display at Mill Creek Metroparks’ annual Pumpkin Walk. Carving tools are available or bring your own. Meet in the parking lot by the new Cushwa Outdoor Education Pavilion. No registration is required. Call for details. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. 

Digital Library Resources for Teachers. Boardman Library, 7680 Glenwood Ave. 44512. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. This database workshop is devoted to the availability of the Library’s database resources and how to use them effectively. 9:30-1:30 p.m.

How Legal Aid Can Help. Sebring Library, 195 W. Ohio Ave. 44672. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Attorney Rachel Nader from Community Legal Aid will speak on housing and end-of-life planning. A question-and-answer session follows. 10-11 a.m. 

Youngstown Phantoms’ Hockey. Covelli Center, 229 E. Front St., Youngstown 44503. 330-747-7825. youngstownphantoms.com…. The Phantoms play Madison. 7:05 p.m. $25-$14. 

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. 8 p.m., Friday, Oct. 14; 8 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 15; 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. Analog night. 7-9 p.m.
• Frenchy’s. Velocity. High-energy rock. 9 p.m.
• JR’z Pub. Hell Freezes Over. Eagles tribute. 8-11 p.m.
• Steel Valley Brew Works. Scott Gearheart Band. Country, southern rock, rockabilly, originals. 8 p.m.
• Westside Bowl. Janes Begin & TobyRaps, Plinko, Madison Pruitt. 8 p.m.

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