Calendar (Week 2) December 8-14, 2014

Monday 8

Monthly: Mothers of Preschoolers. First Christian Church, 1151 E. Sixth St., Salem; for more information call Amy Zimmerman at 330-337-0939. A support group for any woman with children around the kindergarten age or younger. Speakers and crafts usually alternate. Childcare is available for preschoolers. Second Monday. 9:15-11:15 a.m.

Lunch and Learn: Iran: A Threat to Peace and Human Rights. Jewiag Community Center, 505 Gypsy Lane, Youngstown; 330-746-3250. Bob Feferman, outreach coordinator for the advocacy group United Against Nuclear Iran (UANI), will present a discussion on Iran’s pursuit of nuclear weapons and support of terrorism. In 2009, Feferman helped initiate divestment legislation in the Indiana General Assembly that required the state pension funds to divest from holdings in companies working in Iran’s energy sector. In 2011, he helped to support the efforts of the Indianapolis JCRC in passing Iran contracting legislation that was signed into law in 2012. Prior to his work for UANI, Feferman taught junior high school social studies for 20 years. He is a 1975 graduate of Indiana University. Call to reserve. Noon. Free.

Budding Pint-Sized Picassos. Public Library, Newport branch, 3730 Market St., Youngstown; 330-744-8636. Young budding artists get to experience a different art medium (paints, play-dough, shaving cream, glue, etc.) each month at the Newport Branch. Some activities will get messy so dress in old clothes or bring an old adult shirt to use as an artist’s smock. For children 3-7. Children must be accompanied by an adult. 6 p.m. Free.

Pups and Pages at the Main Library. Main Library of the Warren-Trumbull County Public Library, 444 Mahoning Ave. N.W., Warren; registration is required by calling 330-399-8807, ext. 206. Children in kindergarten through grade 6 may sign up for 15-minute sessions to read aloud to a registered therapy dog at the Main Library. 6-7:30 p.m. Free.

Tuesday 9

Monthly: Wellness Clinic. Grace Lutheran Church, 162 South Raccoon Road, Austintown; for more information call Beth Stricko at 330-530-4038, ext. 2031 or e-mail bstrick@shepherdofthevalley.com. The meeting, held by Shepherd of the Valley Home Health, will be held the second Tuesday. Information about diabetes and glucose testing will be provided. 10:30 a.m.-noon.

Monthly: Low Vision Support Group. Park Vista Retirement Community, 1216 Fifth Ave., Youngstown; to RSVP call 330-746-2944, ext. 1551. Held the second Tuesday. 10 a.m.

Twice Monthly: Campus Drum Circle. Penn State Shenango, downtown Sharon; 724-983-2969. The drum circles occur in the Great Hall on second Tuesday at 12:15 p.m. and the fourth Monday at noon of every month. Attendees do not need to have drumming experience in order to participate. Simple instructions with practice rhythms and drums are provided so that new members feel welcome and included. 12:15 p.m. Free.

All Aboard the Polar Express. Howland Branch Library, 9095 East Market St., Howland Township; registration is required by calling 330-856-2011. Celebrate the holiday story “The Polar Express,” written and illustrated by Chris Van Allsburg, with an interactive movie program featuring a film, games, food, and more. Kids (and adults, too.) don’t forget to wear your pajamas. For children of all ages. Registration is required by Dec. 5; space is limited. 5:30 p.m. Free.

Monthly: Youngstown PFLAG Meeting. St. John’s Episcopal Church, 323 Wick Ave., Youngstown; 330-747-2696 or email youngstownpflag@aol.com. Meets the second Tuesday. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Free.

Research Muscle: Using Ancestry Database for Building Your Family History. Public Library, Poland Branch, 311 S. Main St.; 330-744-8636. The Genealogy and Local History Librarian will demonstrate the power of the Ancestry database and show how it can be used effectively for genealogical research. To register, call and ask for Information Services. For adults. 6:30 p.m. Free.

Family Story Time. Public Library, Public Library, Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown; 330-744-8636. Stories, games, crafts and fun for all ages. Children under age 7 must be accompanied by an adult. 6:30 p.m. Free.

Weekly: Canfield Community Band. Canfield High School, 100 Cardinal Drive, Canfield; for more information call 330-542-3313. Anyone who plays an instrument is welcome to join the group. Every Tuesday. 7 p.m.

Monthly: La Leche League. Columbiana County WIC office, 7876 Lincoln Place, Lisbon; 330-427-2155. All pregnant or nursing mothers and their babies are welcome. Meets the second Tuesday. 7 p.m.

Puppets! Puppets! Puppets. Public Library, Boardman Branch, 7680 Glenwood Ave.; 330-744-8636. A holiday puppet show featuring the “12 Days of Christmas” and other skits. The one-hour family program for children of all ages will close with a freeze pop treat. 7 p.m., Tuesday, Dec. 9; 2 p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 10. 7 p.m. Free.

Supreme Meditation: An Introduction to the Science of Transformation with Kedaracharyaji. Bella Nitesh Spiritual Arts and Education Center. 837 Boardman Canfield Road, Boardman; to reserve, visit http://www.suprememeditation.org/boardmaninvite.html or call Pam at 917-375-9806. Features a lecture, a question-and-answer session, chanting and meditation. Hall opens at 6:45 for seating. 7-8:30pm. Free.

Christmas with The Tenors. Orr Auditorium, Westminster College, New Wilmington, Pa.; 724-946-7354. Westminster College’s Celebrity Series will present “Christmas with The Tenors” tonight. Band members Victor Micallef, Clifton Murray, Remigio Pereira, and Fraser Walters will present songs from their new hit album, “Lead with Your Heart,” as well as Christmas melodies. The Tenors will showcase some of the season’s most popular songs including “Ave Maria,” “What Child Is This,” “O Holy Night,” and more from their holiday album, “The Perfect Gift.” They have been hailed as musical ambassadors and Canada’s national treasure. Ticketd range from $35-$55 and are available by calling the Celebrity Series box office at 724-946-7354. 7:30 p.m. $35-$55.

Monthly: Open Poetry Reading. Pig Iron Press. 26 N. Phelps St., Youngstown; 330-747-6932. Pig Iron Literary and Art Works will host its monthly open poetry reading tonight. Readers are invited to participate in the program, with a sign-in at the door. Presenters may read from original works or read favorite works by others. The maximum on-stage limit is eight minutes. The readings are open to all – either as presenters or listeners. Second Tuesday. 7:30 p.m. Free.

Wednesday 10

Prance Around the Tree. Main Library of the Warren-Trumbull County Public Library, 444 Mahoning Ave. N.W., Warren; registration is required by calling 330-399-8807, ext. 206. A holiday program for toddlers and parents featuring stories, songs, games, crafts, and a snack. For toddlers ages 19 to 35 months with a parent or caregiver. 10 a.m. Free.

Weekly: Rotary Club of Warren Meeting. Enzo’s, 2918 Elm Road, Warren; 330-369-7500. The Warren Rotary chapter will meet for lunch and a business meeting. Wednesdays. Noon.

Lunch and Learn. Public Library, Public Library, Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown; 330-744-8636. Get in the holiday spirit with the Youngstown Symphony Quartet and a very special Holiday Favorites Concert. Sponsored by the Friends of PLYMC. Noon. Free.

Basic Computer Class @Newport. Public Library, Newport branch, 3730 Market St., Youngstown; 330-744-8636. Learn very basic computer skills. This is a beginner’s class that will cover use of a mouse, computer terms,and simple internet use. Space is limited to five. Call to register and specify Newport Basic Computer Class. For adults. 12:30-1:30 p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 3, 10. Free.

An Hour of Code. Various branches. The Hour of Code™ is an opportunity for every student to try computer science for one hour. Spend an hour learning how to write code and earn a certificate of completion. For tweens and teens in grades 4-12. Boardman Library, 4 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 11; Newport Library, 4 p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 10. 4 p.m. Free.

Makerspace: Duct Tape Crafts. Cortland Branch Library, 578 Lakeview Drive in Cortland. For teens in grades 7 to 12. After school until 5 p.m. Free.

Friends of PLYMC Puzzle Swap. Public Library, Boardman Branch, 7680 Glenwood Ave.; 330-744-8636. Bring your once created puzzle, limit 6 per person to swap. Sponsored by the Friends of PLYMC. 5 p.m. Free.

Supper with Santa. Boardman Park, 375 Boardman-Poland Road, Boardman; 330-726-8107. Join Santa for supper. Enjoy his company while you eat, make crafts, and listen to music. A professional picture with Santa is included in the fee.Tickets can be purchased at the Park Office. Tickets will not be sold at the door. 5:30-7:30 p.m. $7 per Boardman resident; $9 per non-resident. (children ages 2 and under are free).

Monthly: Downtown Wellness Community Presents Patricia Sweeney. Youngstown Business Incubator, 241 W. Federal St., Youngstown; 917-375-9806. The Downtown Wellness Community will present Patricia Sweeney, Health Commissioner of the Mahoning County District Board of Health. Parking is available in the lot next to Incubator, enter the building via Market Court. 5:30-6:30 p.m. Free.

Moravian Ribbon Stars (Teens and Adults). Public Library, Public Library, Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown; 330-744-8636. Create your own traditional Moravian stars for the holidays! For adults and teens. 6:30 p.m. Free.

Friends of PLYMC- Canfield Committee. Public Library, Boardman Branch, 7680 Glenwood Ave.; 330-744-8636. Canfield Committee will meet at the Boardman Library in the Children’s Activity Room while the new Canfield Library is under construction. 6:30 p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 10. Fre

TAB (Teen Advisory Board) Holiday Party. Public Library, Poland Branch, 311 S. Main St.; 330-744-8636. Play holiday games, listen to music, make a holiday craft, talk about our favorite holiday stories, enjoy snacks and more fun. TAB helps plan and support teen activities at the Library. For teens in grades 7-12. Holiday program. Poland Library, 6:30 p.m. Free.

Columbus Children’s Theater Presents Scrooge. Public Library, Austintown branch, 600 South Raccoon Road; 330-744-8636. A holiday treat for the entire family, the play “Scrooge,” based on the classic, “A Christmas Carol” by Charles Dickens. Children under 7 must be accompanied by an adult. For all ages. *Holiday Program. American Sign Language interpretation will be provided. 6 p.m. Free.

Bits ‘n’ Pieces Scrapbooking (Adults). Public Library, Austintown branch, 600 South Raccoon Road; 330-744-8636. Get together to scrapbook a page. December’s theme is “winter holidays.” Please pre-register for this event by calling 330-744-8636. For adults. 6 p.m. Free.

Weekly: Cortland Community Band Practice. Lakeview Middle School, 640 Wakefield, Cortland; call Pat at 330-652-2424 or visit http://www.cortlandcommunityband.org. All musicians welcome. Wednesdays. 7-9 p.m.

Thursday 11

Weekly: Walk and Chat. Southern Park Mall, 7401 Market St., Boardman; for more information call Hospice of the Valley at 330-788-1992 or 1-800-640-5180. Meets every Thursday for walking and socializing. 9:30-11:30 a.m. Free.

Darling Deer. Ford Nature Center, Mill Creek MetroParks; 330-740-7107. Ages 2-3. Deer have hooves, slender bodies, and long, thin legs. Don’t let their skinny legs fool you. Deer are able to run up to 40 miles per hour and can jump 9-foot fences. Bring your children to learn all about white-tailed deer through story, craft, and activities. Register/pay two days in advance. 10-11 a.m. $5 R; $7 NR. Additional fee after deadline.

Weekly: Warriors Inc.: Hooked on Fishing Not On Drugs. Warriors Inc., 2733 Market St., Youngstown; 330-783-3276. This is a weekly, state certified program that focuses on preventing drug use through fishing and aquatic resource education. 5-6 p.m. Free.

PANDA Partners. Public Library, Newport branch, 3730 Market St., Youngstown; 330-744-8636. Join local high school PANDA leader groups for fun team building activities in the teen room. We’ll have pizza! For grades 7-12. 4 p.m. Free.

Guided Meditation. Massage Cafe Downtown, 101 W. Federal St. (in the Friends Specialty Building), Youngstown; ; 917-375-9806. The Downtown Wellness Community will present a guided meditation with Dena Deluco. She is an clinical and spiritual hypnotherapist, hypnotist trainer and Reiki master teacher. 5:30-6:30 p.m. Free.

Weekly: Polish Youngstown Cultural Preservation. 330-646-4082 or http://www.Polishyoungstown.com. Krakowiaki Polish Folk Circle (Polish culture, crafts, dance and songs for children and opportunities for adults with the Village Folk Singers. New members welcome. Every Thursday. Call for location. 6-8 p.m. Free.

Weekly: Recovery Group. Warren Revival Center Fellowship Hall, 4400 W. Market St., Leavittsburg; 330-898-4295. This class uses “Celebrate Recovery” material for individuals facing addiction. Open to all. Thursdays. 6:30-8 p.m. Free.

Natural Chemical Imbalance Relief Seminar. Ohio Naturopathic Wellness Center in Boardman, SouthBridge West Complex, 755 Boardman-Canfield Rd., Suite D-3, Boardman; for more information or to register, call 330-729-1350 or online at OhioND.com. Dr. Ted Suzelis, N.D. will present “Feeling Anxious, Depressed, or Stressed? Natural Chemical Imbalance Relief.” Learn about a new testing procedure that can measure neurotransmitter levels to accurately assess chemical imbalances in the brain. This seminar will discuss natural therapies that specifically target these chemical imbalances to relieve anxiousness, depressed mood, sleep disturbances, and many other related health issues. Call to reserve. 6:30 p.m. Free.

music @ night

Apollo Maennerchor. Acoustic night. 9 p.m.

Christopher’s Downtown. Live jazz. 4-6 p.m.

Quake Steak/Warren. J.D. Eicher, Damian Knapp. 6-9 p.m.

Vintage Estate. Steve Vuich. 7:30 p.m.

Friday 12

Sit ‘n Stitch (Adults). Public Library, Austintown branch, 600 South Raccoon Road; 330-744-8636. A morning to knit, crochet, embroider, sew or other lap needlework. Bring in your current project, make new friends, and learn from one another. Facilitated by a librarian. For adults. 9:30-10:30 a.m. Free.

3rd Annual THON Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser. Penn State Auditorium, Penn State Shenango Campus, downtown Sharon; for more information, contact the Penn State Shenango Student Affairs office at 724-983-2836.. Penn State Students will hold a spaghetti dinner fundraiser to support children and youth with cancer. Dinners include spaghetti and meatball, salad, bread, cake and a drink. Takeout meals also will be offered. Tickets may be purchased in advance for $8. Children under five years of age are free and senior tickets are $5. For advanced ticket sales, stop in the Penn State Students Affairs Office in Sharon Hall, room 103, located on Penn Avenue in downtown Sharon. THON is the largest student run philanthropy in the world, where students raise money to create awareness opportunities, fund research, and assist families struggling with the fight against cancer. Since 1977, Penn State students have raised over $101 million for the Four Diamonds Fund. If you’re unable to attend, but would like to contribute, you can donate online at http://www.thon.org (use Penn State Shenango’s code #167). 5-8 p.m. $10, $5 for seniors.

Gingerbread Gristmills. Pioneer Pavilion, Mill Creek MetroParks; 330-740-7107. Discover the history of Lanterman’s Mill and the art of gingerbread. Eat sweets, draw with icing, and learn gingerbread decorating tips as you create your own mini gingerbread gristmill. Register/pay at Ford Nature Center by Dec. 11. 6-7:30 p.m. $12 per gingerbread creation.

Holiday Lights. Ward Beecher Planetarium, YSU, Lincoln Avenue at N. Phelps Street, Youngstown; 330-941-3616. The Ward Beecher Planetarium’s annual holiday program combines lights, music, and visual effects with the wonders of the winter season and outer space. Content changes from year to year as the planetarium unwraps new titles and visuals. Suitable for all ages. 8 p.m., Friday, Dec. 12; 8 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 13; 8 p.m., Friday, Dec. 19; 8 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 20. 8 p.m. Free.

music @ night

Christopher’s Downtown. Live jazz. 5-8 p.m.

Donna’s Diner. Bernie Bonnie and Ted Miller. 5-7 p.m.

Downtown Coffee Cafe. Leadbelly Boys. 8:30 p.m.-midnight.

Frieda’s. Howard and Point Five. Jazz. 6 p.m.

Mastropietro Winery. Murphy Morgan. 7-11 p.m.

Quinlan’s. Davis and Henner. 6-9 p.m.

White Fire Grille. John Reese Project. 7-10 p.m.

Saturday 13

Natural Holiday Workshop. Mill Creek MetroParks, Pioneer Pavilion; 330-740-7107. Children ages 7-12 will create holiday crafts using nature’s gifts in a festive atmosphere. Pine cones, wool and other natural materials will be used in creating these festive decorations and gifts. Register/pay at Ford Nature Center by Dec. 8. 10-11:30 a.m. $7 R; $10 NR.

Weekly: Northside Farmers Market. First Unitarian Church, 1105 Elm St., Youngstown; 330-518-6971. Features produce, baked goods, whole-bean coffees, tastings, demonstrations, and music. Saturdays February through December. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Free.

Fun with Mr. Puppet. Tri-Lakes Library; 330-744-8636. Ventriloquist and puppeteer Bob Abdou will leave everyone learning and laughing in a program that’s filled with audience participation, music, science, magic, and more. Fun for the whole family. 11 a.m. Free.

MetroMutts: Jingle Hike. Mill Creek MetroParks, MetroParks Bikeway Trailhead at MetroParks Farm, 7574 Columbiana-Canfield Road, Canfield; 330-740-7107. Hike down the MetroParks Bikeway in this annual celebration of the season. Each participating dog will receive its own jingle bell collar. After the hike, cookies and refreshments for humans and canines will be served in Barn Number 2. One or 2 miles, depending on the weather. Call Ford for more information. 11 a.m. Free, but donations will be accepted.

Darling Deer. Ford Nature Center, Mill Creek MetroParks; 330-740-7107. Ages 2-3. Deer have hooves, slender bodies, and long, thin legs. Don’t let their skinny legs fool you. Deer are able to run up to 40 miles per hour and can jump 9-foot fences. Bring your children to learn all about white-tailed deer through story, craft, and activities. Register/pay two days in advance. Noon-1 p.m. $5 R; $7 NR. Additional fee after deadline.

The Alien Who Stole Christmas. Ward Beecher Planetarium, YSU, Lincoln Avenue at N. Phelps Street, Youngstown; 330-941-3616. The planetarium has a new family holiday program this season. Take a tour of winter’s evening sky and then join jolly ol’ Santa and concerned alien, Mr. Freep, as they explore the solar system’s planets and meet the Christmas Eve needs of their fictitious inhabitants. 1 p.m. and 2:30 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 13; 1 p.m. and 2:30 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 20. 1 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. Free.

Makerspace: DIY Gifts. Brookfield Branch Library, 7032 Grove St., Brookfield. Drop in anytime to craft some gifts that you just might want to keep for yourself. For grades 7 to 12. 2-5 p.m. Free.

Sensory Story Time. Public Library, Boardman Branch, 7680 Glenwood Ave.; 330-744-8636. Family story time for children of all ages with a sensory focus. This program is designed for children with different needs, including those with autism, speech/language delays, cognitive impairments, AD/HD and other special needs and challenges. We will enjoy books, music and sensory stations with a schedule board and double visuals. Children must attend with an adult. Registration is required. Call and ask for Boardman Library. Preschool and school-age children. 2 p.m. Free.

Gifts to Make & Take (Children). Various branches. The holidays are quickly approaching and you haven’t finished your shopping? No worries, he Library will be making several crafts you can give to your favorite person or keep for yourself! For kids in grades K-4. Registration recommended. *Holiday program. Brownlee Woods Library, 2 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 13; Newport Library, 4 p.m., Friday, Dec. 19. 2 p.m. Free.

Santa’s Workshop. Main Library of the Warren-Trumbull County Public Library, 444 Mahoning Ave. N.W., Warren; registration is required by calling 330-399-8807, ext. 206. Take a trip to the North Pole and apply at Santa’s Workshop. Show off your elf skills by making holiday presents for some of the special people on your list. For children in kindergarten to grade 6. 2 p.m. Free.

LEGO Lovers Unite. Cortland Branch Library, 578 Lakeview Drive in Cortland. Children can stretch their imaginations building creations with the library’s collection of popular LEGO building blocks. Finished projects will remain at the library. For ages 5 to 12. Drop in anytime between 2-4 p.m. Free.

Xbox Tournament. Public Library, Newport branch, 3730 Market St., Youngstown; 330-744-8636. Play in our Xbox tournament for prizes! For teens in grades 7-12. For teens. 2:30 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 13. 2:30 p.m. Free.

Melted Crayon Christmas Ornaments (Tweens, Teens and Adults). Public Library, Public Library, Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown; 330-744-8636. Make your own swirly, colorful Christmas ornaments using melted crayons! For tweens, teens and adults. 3 p.. Free.

Teen Advisory Board. Main Library of the Warren-Trumbull County Public Library, 444 Mahoning Ave. N.W., Warren; 330-399-8807. Teens in grades 7 to 12 can earn service credit, be the first to know about new things in Teen Central, and help the library develop and promote programs and resources especially for teens. 3 p.m. Free.

Gingerbread House Holiday Program (Tweens and Teens). Public Library, Poland Branch, 311 S. Main St.; 330-744-8636. Use Graham crackers, icing, gumdrops and more to build and decorate a miniature gingerbread house. From 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. Space is limited and registration is required. Stop in the Poland Library or and ask for the Poland Library to register. For grades 4-12. *Holiday program. 3 p.m. Free.

music @ night

Black Horse Tavern. After Hours. 9 p.m.

Cedars. Sexy Pig Divas, Third Class. 9 p.m.

Cricket’s. Christine Witt, Mark Soini. 5-8 p.m.

Frieda’s. Al Spencer Trio. Jazz. 6 p.m.

Halliday’s Winery. Richard Boston. 7-10 p.m.

Ice House. LeddFoot. 10 p.m.

Magic Tree. Following June. 9 p.m.

The Manor. Frank Castellano. 7-10 p.m.

Mocha House. Full House. 6:30-9:30 p.m.

Papa’s Sports Bar. After Hours. 9 p.m.

Sunday 14

Joy to the Birds. Ford Nature Center, Mill Creek MetroParks; 330-740-7107. Help spread the joy of the season by lending a hand to the park’s overwintering birds. Create an edible bird ornament using pine cones and other natural materials then hike to place it on an evergreen tree. Moderate, 3 miles. 1-3 p.m.

Ongoing: Winter Nights 2014. Mill Creek MetroParks, Fellows Riverside Gardens, 123 McKinley Ave., Youngstown; 330-740-7116. Sponsored by WKBN. Begin a new family tradition, or cultivate one you already have, by taking a stroll through the twinkling Gardens during Winter Nights. Enjoy the festivities of Winter Celebration, plus outside carolers, during extended evening hours. Refreshments will be available for purchase. Dec. 14, 21, 28. 5-7 p.m.