Youngstown Events | November 24-30, 2022 | Things to do in Youngstown and Warren, Ohio. Festivals, concerts, holiday events, YSU football, and more. Find something to do this weekend. Office: 330-259-0435.
Thursday 24
Thanksgiving Morning Turkey Trot. Hickory Lane House, 3536 State Road, New Castle 16101. Coordinates: 41.035040, -80.264410. hickorylanehouse.com…. Features a 5k Trail Run or a 2-mile walk on Thanksgiving morning. The course is approximately 2 miles on a wooded trail and 1 mile across open fields. Food and beverages will be available pre- and post-race. Registration: 7:45-8:45 a.m. Race: 9 a.m. $5.
35th Annual Gobble Wobble. Buhl Park, 715 Hazen Road, Hermitage, Pa. 16148. For tickets: runsignup.com/Race/PA/Hermitage/GobbleWobbleRace. The 34th Annual Gobble Wobble 5k returns to Buhl Park on Thanksgiving Day. This year’s proceeds benefit the Shenango River Watchers. T-shirts are available for an additional charge to all participants who register by Friday, Nov. 12. A limited number of shirts will be available after that on a first-come, first-serve basis. Race-day registration opens at 8 a.m. and the race will begin promptly at 9:30 a.m. Pre-registration (until midnight Nov. 22), $10); Race-day registration, $15 per person.
Friday 25
BE @ Lawrence County Festival of Trees. Neshannock Senior High School, Mitchell Road, New Castle 16105. Presented by Bare Elements, a vegan and holistic-products company. 10 a.m.-7 p.m.
Fab Fridays at The Courtyard. Courtyard Community Market, 645 E. State St., Salem 44460-2934. Website: courtyardcommunitymarket.com…. Hosted by Killy’s Kauldron, Totally Nostalgic Toycade, and Bella C’s. Features vendors such as Timelessly Yours, Debbie’s Colorful Crafts, gin & rose, and Creations by Sheena Marie. All items are handmade. 1-7 p.m.
Columbiana’s Joy of Christmas Light Show 2022. Harvey S. Firestone Park, 298 E. Park Ave., Columbiana 44408-1355. The Joy of Christmas Light Show features a drive-through holiday light display held on select nights in November and December. The show features over 1 million Christmas lights. In addition to the light displays, visitors can stop at the Gingerbread House and Santa’s Ice Castle for Christmas cookies, hot chocolate, and food for purchase from local non-profit organizations. Also includes pictures with Santa in the Ice Castle (for purchase; no outside photography) and an indoor train display. 6-9 p.m. $20 per vehicle (cash only, $40 for a season pass, or $3/person in a passenger van, motor coach, or bus.
Youngstown Phantoms’ Hockey. Covelli Center, 229 E. Front St., Youngstown 44503. 330-747-7825. youngstownphantoms.com…. The Phantoms play Team USA. 7:05 p.m. $25-$14.
Music & Nightspots
- Birdfish Brewing Co. Boozin’and Groovin’. Analog Night. 7 p.m.
- Cork & Cap. Mill Time Quartette. 7 p.m.
- E.J. Thomas Hall. Alton Brown. 6:30 p.m.
- El Cowboy. That 80s Band. 8 p.m.
- Hartford Hill Winery. The Tropiholics. 7 p.m.
- Hickory VFW Post 6166. D.J. Steve. 8 p.m.
- Los Gallos. E5C4P3. Journey tribute. 8 p.m.
- Noble Creature Cask House. Black Friday with Album. 6 p.m.
- The New Manhattan. D.J. Chris Lee. Night After Turkey Day. 5 p.m.
- Westside Bowl. Spirit of the Bear. 7 p.m.
Saturday 26
2nd Annual CityScape at Briel’s Holiday Greenery Sale. 23 S. Belle Vista Ave., Youngstown 44509-2854. www.youngstowncityscape.org…. Tickets: youngstowncityscape.org… CityScape will host its second annual Winter Greenery Sale at its greenhouse location (CityScape at Briel’s). The public is welcome to stop by and visit the facility as the downtown and city beautification organization prepares for renovations. A selection of wreaths, garlands, swags, and greenery will be available for purchase. Pre-orders are recommended. Additional Youngstown items for sale include notecards, hats, and T-shirts. Last year some items sold out, so pre-orders are suggested. 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 26; 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 1 and Saturday, Dec. 3.
Cortland Christmas Tree Lighting. W. Main Street, downtown Cortland 44410. Occurs in the green space and large parking lot across from the old Cortland Bank. Local businesses and organizations will be open for Small Business Saturday. Other activities: Horse-drawn carriage rides (3-7 p.m.), a visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus (4-6 p.m.), and Christmas tree lighting (6 p.m.). The event includes hot cocoa, hot cider, and assorted cookies sponsored by Just Pizzelles and Sparkle Market. Children can make ornaments in the ornament-making station to hang on the Cortland tree or take home. Students of the Lakeview High School choir/band will lead the visitors in caroling. 10 a.m.-7 p.m.
BE @ Lawrence County Festival of Trees. Neshannock Senior High School, Mitchell Road, New Castle 16105. Presented by Bare Elements, a vegan and holistic-products company. 10 a.m.-7 p.m.
Christmas at the Mill. Lanterman’s Mill, Mill Creek MetroParks, 980 Canfield Road, Youngstown 44511. 330-740-7116. www.mil…. This event will include fire-roasted chestnuts, artisans, handcrafted gifts for sale, and festive entertainment. Santa will be visiting the mill on both days. Bring a new hat, scarf, or a pair of mittens. Donated items will go toward children and adults in need. Call Ford Nature Center for details. Saturday, Nov. 26, and Sunday, Nov. 27. 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
FaLaLa @ the Ward. Ward Bakery Building, 1024 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown 44502. Facebook: facebook.com… Email: wa**************@gm***.com. The artists, makers, and collectors of the Ward Bakery Building will host their annual holiday sale and open house over two weekends. The sale marks its 20th anniversary. Nov. 19-20, 26-27. Noon-5 p.m.
Fight Night at the Brewery. Penguin City Brewing Co., 460 E. Federal St., Youngstown 44503. For tickets call Jack Loew at 330-501-5713. Tickets will be available to purchase at Brewery. Features 12 amateur bouts. Afterparty in the Penguin City Taproom. Entertainment by D.J. Stan the Man. Food Truck provided by TBD. Sponsored by Penguin City Beer, Jameson, and Youngstown Clothing Co. Doors open at 6 p.m. Fights start at 7 p.m. Table: $400; ringside: $50; general admission: $25.
Youngstown Phantoms’ Hockey. Covelli Center, 229 E. Front St., Youngstown 44503. 330-747-7825. youngstownphantoms.com…. The Phantoms play Team USA. 7:05 p.m. $25-$14.
Time Traveler Tribute To The Moody Blues. Robins Theatre, 160 E. Market St., Warren 44481. 234-437-6246, bo*******@ro***********.com. With The Chagrin Falls Studio Orchestra. 8 p.m.
Music & Nightspots
- Casual Pint. The Tropiholics. 7 p.m.
- Frenchy’s Irish Pub. NFNJ. 9 p.m.
- Longboyz Tavern. 8-Track Band. 8 p.m.
- Robins Theatre. Time Traveler. Moody Blues tribute. 7 p.m.
- Up a Creek. Random Strangers. Country. 7 p.m.
Sunday 27
Christmas at the Mill. Lanterman’s Mill, Mill Creek MetroParks, 980 Canfield Road, Youngstown 44511. 330-740-7116. www.mil…. This event will include fire-roasted chestnuts, artisans, handcrafted gifts for sale, and festive entertainment. Santa will be visiting the mill on both days. Bring a new hat, scarf, or a pair of mittens. Donated items will go toward children and adults in need. Call Ford Nature Center for details. Saturday, Nov. 26, and Sunday, Nov. 27. 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
FaLaLa @ the Ward. Ward Bakery Building, 1024 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown 44502. Facebook: facebook.com… Email: wa**************@gm***.com. The artists, makers and collectors of the Ward Bakery Building will host their annual holiday sale and open house over two weekends. The sale marks its 20th anniversary this year. Nov. 19-20, 26-27. Noon-5 p.m.
Monday 28
LEGO My Library. Poland Library, 311 S. Main St. 44514. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. 6-7 p.m.
Jazz Ensemble. Chestnut Room, first floor, Kilcawley Center, YSU, One University Plaza at Elm Street, Youngstown 44555. Tonight’s concert is free and open to the public. 7:30 p.m.
Tuesday 29
Prospecting for Nonprofits-Free Resources. Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. This class covers prospecting strategies for nonprofits. 6-7:30 p.m.
Dana Guitar Ensemble. Bliss Recital Hall, Bliss Hall, YSU, Wick Avenue at Spring Street, Youngstown 44555. 7:30 p.m.
Wednesday 30
Music at Noon: Dana Faculty Trio. Butler North, Butler Institute of American Art, 524 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44502. 330-941-3636. Today]s concert features Misook Yun, soprano; Sean Yanzer, horn and Caroline Oltmanns, piano. 12:15 p.m.
Horn Studio Recital. Bliss Recital Hall, Bliss Hall, YSU, Wick Avenue at Spring, Youngstown 44555. 6 p.m.
Laura Wright. W.D. Packard Music Hall, 1704 Mahoning Ave., N.W., Warren 44483. 800-745-3000. www.packardmusichall.com…. Warren Civic Music presents Laura Wright. 7 p.m. $115, $40.
Percussion Ensemble. Ford Theater, Bliss Hall, YSU, Wick Avenue at Spring, Youngstown 44555. 7:30 p.m.
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