Youngstown Events | February 8-14, 2024 | Metro Monthly. We give priority to the greater Youngstown-Warren area, Columbiana County and western Pennsylvania. The calendar also appears in the February/March 2024 print edition.
THURSDAY 8
Black History Month: Sit and Paint. East Library, 430 Early Road, Youngstown 44505. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Today’s program celebrates the cover art of renowned author Jacqueline Woodson’s books featuring silhouettes. Get creative and design your own work of art. Registration closes on Wednesday, Feb. 7. 3:30-5 p.m.
W.D. Packard Band: Valentine’s Dance. W.D. Packard Music Hall, 1704 Mahoning Ave., N.W., Warren 44483. 800-745-3000. packardmusichall.com…. The W.D. Packard Band offers free concerts throughout the year. 7 p.m.
FRIDAY 9
Friday Special. Warren Library, 444 Mahoning Ave., N.W., Warren 44483. www.wtcpl.org…. 330-399-8807, ext. 206. Homeschoolers (and anyone else) can join the Library for activities based on different topics. For ages 8-12. 2 p.m.
Winter Talks: History and Geology of Lanterman’s Mill. Education Building, Ford Nature Education Center, Mill Creek MetroParks, 840 Old Furnace Road, Youngstown, 44511. 330-740-7107, extension 129. Presented by Lanteman’s Mill manager Eric Simione and YSU geology professor Diana Alexander. Registration required. Register online or call by Feb. 7. For 16 and older. 5:30-7 p.m.
Love/Sick. Moyer Room, Youngstown Playhouse, 600 Playhouse Lane, Youngstown 44511. 330-788-8739. youngstownplayhouse.org…. Playwright John Cariani’s “Love/Sick” features nine humorous short plays about the joys and pains of being in love. Directed by Rosalyn Blystone. Feb. 9-18. 7:30 p.m., Feb. 9-10, 16-17; 2:30 p.m., Feb. 11 and 18. 7:30 p.m. $17.
Toughest Monster Truck Tour. Covelli Centre, 229 E. Front St., Youngstown 44503. 1-800-745-3000. covellicentre.com…. 7:30 p.m., Friday, Feb. 9 and 6 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 10. $38-17.
Dating Sucks: The Musical. Club Switch, 221 Belmont Ave., downtown Youngstown 44502. Reservations: 330-507-2358. Rust Belt Theater Company will stage “Dating Sucks: The Musical” over two weekends this month. The revue-style musical explores modern dating, with cringeworthy, real-life dating stories and original songs. Dialogue was taken directly from online dating profiles and mobile app conversations and will include input from the audience. The musical was written by Robert Dennick Joki, with orchestrations by Josh Taylor. The cast includes Caitlyn Murphy, Sarah Whitlatch, Shelby Gossick, Charity Bauer, Heather Powell, PK Lankford, Lisa Torrence, Rian Davis, Vasi Sfikas, Keith Stepanic, Janelle Yohman, and Joki. Feb. 9-10, 16-17. 8 p.m. $15.
Inside the Vault: Amil Dinsio. Robins Theatre, 160 E. Market St., Warren 44481. 234-437-6246. robinstheatre.com…. Amil Dinsio has been described by federal agents and historians as the nation’s most successful bank burglar. Born in Goshen, Ohio, in 1936, Dinsio began robbing banks while still in high school. In “Robbing Banks,” author L.R. Kirchner described Dinsio as a “skillful thief with a steadily successful modus operandi.” Kirchner has linked him linked to at least a dozen bank burglaries during the 1960s and ‘70s – with an estimated take at over $30 million. He named Amil as the nation’s most successful bank burglar. 8 p.m. $35-$15.
SATURDAY 10
Winter Talks: Backyard Birds and the Great Backyard Bird Count. Education Building. Ford Nature Education Center, Mill Creek MetroParks, 840 Old Furnace Road, Youngstown, 44511. 330-740-7107, extension 129. Past Mahoning County Audubon president Jeff Harvey will identify the most common birds of winter and give tips for becoming involved in the upcoming bird count. Registration required. Register by Feb. 8, online or call. Adults 16+ years and older. 9-10 a.m.
Youngstown Flea. 365 E. Boardman St., downtown Youngstown 44503. 330-565-5483. youngstownflea.com…. The Youngstown Flea features local and regional merchants selling arts, antique and re-purposed furniture, vintage clothing, collectibles, jewelry, candles, food, drink and produce. 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Microsoft Excel 1 Class. Warren Library, 444 Mahoning Ave., N.W., Warren 44483. www.wtcpl.org…. 330-399-8807, ext. 201. Learn the basics of Excel, including navigating the program, working with rows/columns, and entering and sorting data. The class introduces basic formulas and functions. Familiarity with a mouse, keyboard, and computer is required. Registration is required. 10 a.m.-noon.
MetroMutts: I Chews You Valentine Treat Making. McMahon Hall, Mill Creek MetroParks Farm, 7574 Columbiana-Canfield Road, Canfield 44406. 330-740-7114. Bring your MetroMutt and bake a Valentine’s treat. Call for details. Refreshments will be provided. 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Members, free; non-members, $10.
Winter Talks: History of the Mahoning River. Education Building, Ford Nature Education Center, Mill Creek MetroParks, 840 Old Furnace Road, Youngstown, 44511. 330-740-7107, extension 129. Mahoning Valley Historical Society Educator Traci Manning will discuss how the Mahoning River and its watershed played a significant role in the development of Youngstown. For 16 years and older. Register by Feb. 8. 1:30-2:30 p.m.
Friendly Squares Dance Club. Niles SCOPE Center, 14 E. State St., Niles 44446. For additional information call Gene Hammond at 330-506-3370. Friendly Squares will host its monthly square dance tonight. Gene Hammond will be the caller and Frankie Hammond will be cuing line dances. The dance theme is Valentines. Dress is casual and light refreshments will be served. 7:30-10 p.m. $7.
Love/Sick. Moyer Room, Youngstown Playhouse, 600 Playhouse Lane, Youngstown 44511. 330-788-8739. youngstownplayhouse.org…. Playwright John Cariani’s “Love/Sick” features nine humorous short plays about the joys and pains of being in love. Directed by Rosalyn Blystone. Feb. 9-18. 7:30 p.m., Feb. 9-10, 16-17; 2:30 p.m., Feb. 11 and 18. 7:30 p.m. $17.
Toughest Monster Truck Tour. Covelli Centre, 229 E. Front St., Youngstown 44503. 1-800-745-3000. covellicentre.com…. 7:30 p.m., Friday, Feb. 9 and 6 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 10. $38-17.
Dating Sucks: The Musical. Club Switch, 221 Belmont Ave., downtown Youngstown 44502. Reservations: 330-507-2358. Rust Belt Theater Company will stage “Dating Sucks: The Musical” over two weekends this month. The revue-style musical explores modern dating, with cringeworthy, real-life dating stories and original songs. Dialogue was taken directly from online dating profiles and mobile app conversations and will include input from the audience. The musical was written by Robert Dennick Joki, with orchestrations by Josh Taylor. The cast includes Caitlyn Murphy, Sarah Whitlatch, Shelby Gossick, Charity Bauer, Heather Powell, PK Lankford, Lisa Torrence, Rian Davis, Vasi Sfikas, Keith Stepanic, Janelle Yohman, and Joki. Feb. 9-10, 16-17. 8 p.m. $15.
Sal Valentinetti. Robins Theatre, 160 E. Market St., Warren 44481. 234-437-6246. robinstheatre.com…. Sal Valentinetti made his debut on season 11 of “America’s Got Talent.” The New York based-singer was influenced at an early age by classic vocal stylings of Dean Martin, Tony Bennett and Frank Sinatra. 8 p.m. $35-$18.
MUSIC & NIGHTSPOTS | SATURDAY 10
Birdfish Brewing Co. 140 E. Park Ave., Columbiana, 44408. 330-333-9385. birdfishbrew.com…. Second annual Mardi Gras Party with Larry Elefante. Country and back porch grooves. 3-6 p.m.
Caffe Capri Italian Bar and Grille. 8000 Market St., Boardman 44512-6239. 330-726-9900. www.caffe-capri.com…. 6:30 p.m. Bublé Valentine’s Day Weekend with Nico Ruggeri. Vocal stylings of Frank Sinatra and Michael Bublé. 6:30 p.m.
CharBenay’s Wine on the River. 220 W. Market St., S.W., Warren 44481. 234-806-4913. charbenays.com…. Cosmo’s Cats. 6-9:30 p.m.
Country at the Boot (Yankee Lake Ballroom). 1814 state Route 7, N.E., Brookfield 44403. 330-448-8361. thebootlive.com…. ZBTB – tribute to the Zac Brown Band. 8 p.m.
The Crane Room Grille. 3009 Wilmington Road, New Castle, Pa. 16105. 724-656-1553. www.craneroom.com…. The Wait. 7-10 p.m.
Flying Pig Saloon. 175 N. Ellsworth Ave., Salem 44460. 330-337-9117. Yukon John & The Sulfur Creek Band. Live acoustic. Material ranges from Tom Petty, David Allen Coe, and Jim Croce to Zach Bryan, Creedence Clearwater Revival, and Roger Miller. 9 p.m.-midnight.
Greene Eagle Winery. 2576 Davis Peck Road, Cortland 44410. 330-583-9463. www.greeneeagle.com…. Solo Six String. Southern rock, classic rock, country, rhythm and blues, rock and roll, and oldies. 6 p.m.
Halliday’s Winery. 2400 N.E. River Road, Lake Milton 44429. 330-654-9463. hallidayswinery.com…. Dead Flower Society. 6-9 p.m.
Halliday’s Winery. 2400 N.E. River Road, Lake Milton 44429. 330-654-9463. hallidayswinery.com…. Throwdown Acoustics. 6-9 p.m.
The Octave Live Music Cafe & Event Center. 34 N. Phelps St., Youngstown 44503. 234-232-7107. www.octavelmc.com…. The Octave will present national recording artist Chantae Cann, and opening act B. Landrum with The Octave’s House Band. D.J. Chip Banks will be spinning after the show. 8 p.m.-1 a.m.
Poland Library. 311 S. Main St., Poland 44514-2028. 330-744-8636. Hearts on Fire. Features a performance by the Stellare Strings trio, mocktails and pastries. Note: This is a morning event. 10 a.m.
Steel Valley Brew Works. 7401 Market St., Boardman 44512-5614. 330-207-9888. SteelValleyBrewWorks.com…. Youngstown House Band. 9-11:59 p.m.
SUNDAY 11
Four Seasons Flea & Farm Market. 3000 McCartney Road, Youngstown 44505. 330-744-5050. Wednesday and Sunday. 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
28th annual White Mass. St. Columba Cathedral, 154 W. Wood St., Youngstown 44503. 30-744-8451 ext. 316. The Most Rev. David J. Bonnar, bishop of Youngstown, will preside over the 28th annual White Mass. A brief reception follows in St. Columba Parish Hall. The service is offered in gratitude for those working in the healthcare, mental health and healing professions. The service also will be live-streamed on the Catholic Echo website: catholicecho.org… and the Diocese of Youngstown Facebook page: facebook.com… 10:30 a.m.
Valentine Craftivity Pop-In. Education Building, Ford Nature Education Center, Mill Creek MetroParks, 840 Old Furnace Road, Youngstown, 44511. 330-740-7107. Features a Valentine’s Day-themed nature craft. Family-friendly event. The Metroparks provides supplies. 1-3 p.m.
Love/Sick. Moyer Room, Youngstown Playhouse, 600 Playhouse Lane, Youngstown 44511. 330-788-8739. youngstownplayhouse.org…. Playwright John Cariani’s “Love/Sick” features nine humorous short plays about the joys and pains of being in love. Directed by Rosalyn Blystone. Feb. 9-18. 7:30 p.m., Feb. 9-10, 16-17; 2:30 p.m., Feb. 11 and 18. 2:30 p.m. $17.
W.D. Packard Band. W.D. Packard Music Hall, 1704 Mahoning Ave., N.W., Warren 44483. 800-745-3000. packardmusichall.com…. 3 p.m.
MONDAY 12
Book a Tech Coach. Howland Library, 9095 E. Market St. 44484. 330-856-2011. www.wtcpl.org…. Need help learning how to do something on a computer, tablet, or smart phone? Book a 30-minute session with a library staff member. Learn how to send an email, share a photo, or borrow eBooks. Call to reserve an appointment. Occurs between 5:30-7:30 p.m.
The Underground Railroad. Austintown Library, 600 S. Raccoon Road 44515. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Tonight’s program on the Underground Railroad highlights the region’s important influence during the early and mid-19th century. The program will include area leaders, politicians, and abolitionists, along with those risking everything to find freedom from slavery. p.m.
TUESDAY 13
WEDNESDAY 14
Forest Babies. Education Building Classroom A, Ford Nature Education Center, Mill Creek MetroParks, 840 Old Furnace Road, Youngstown, 44511. 330-740-7107, extension 129. For ages 1-3 years. Explore the trails at Ford Nature Center and create a simple nature craft. Register your child and yourself by Feb. 12 (online or call). Children should dress for the weather. No pets. 10-11 a.m.
Music at Noon: Guest Artist. Butler Institute of American Art, 524 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44502. 330-941-3105. 12:15 p.m.
Genealogy Orientation. Warren Library, 444 Mahoning Ave., N.W., Warren 44483. www.wtcpl.org…. 330-399-8807. The Local History & Genealogy Center hosts a genealogy orientation night every second Wednesday of the month. The night includes a tour, handouts, database demos, and instruction on researching family history. 6-7:30 p.m.
Pop Symphonic with Guest Conductor David Perrico. DeYor/Edward W. Powers Auditorium, 260 W. Federal St., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-0264. www.youngstownsymphony.com…. This special Valentine’s Day performance will feature jazz, classic rock, pop, disco, and even a little Beethoven. The evening includes Perrico’s original composition, “Youngstown Steeltown,” a tribute to his hometown. Perrico will be joined on stage will 13 guest artists, including instrumental soloists and vocalists. 7:30 p.m. $75-$35.
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