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Bristol Civil War Monument rededication happening Saturday
Several activities are planned as the Trumbull County Historical Society and Bristol Historical Society rededicate Bristol's Civil War Monument.
The event runs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday at the intersection of state Routes 45 and 88 and will include a reenactment of the 1863 dedication ceremony, Abraham Lincoln and James Garfield impersonators, period music, Civil War encampments, a tintype photographer, local history exhibitions, a "Path of Honor" walking tour and a food truck.
Admission is free. For more information, go to trumbullcountyhistory.org or call 330-394-4653.
McGuffey series presents archaeological society speaker
A founding member of the Mahoning County Archaeological Society will be the next speaker for the William Holmes McGuffey Historical Society's Memories of a Lifetime Speakers Series.
Paleo Indians (13000 B.C. to 7000 B.C.), descended from humans that crossed the Bering Strait, and there is evidence of these inhabitants in Ohio. John Chuey will talk about the prehistory of Ohio, using artifacts and detailing what they represent.
The program starts at 10 a.m. Saturday at Denny's meeting room, 4020 Belmont Ave., Liberty. Admission is $10 for McGuffey members and $15 for non-members. Reservations are suggested and can be made by calling 330-726-8277.
Playhouse announces 'Spelling Bee' auditions
Auditions are scheduled from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Oct. 22 and 23 for the musical "The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee" at Youngstown Playhouse, 600 Playhouse Lane.
Director Connor Bezeredi is seeking a cast of nine actors/singers ages 16 and older who are comfortable with improvisation and audience interaction. Performers should prepare 32 bars of a musical theater song in the style of the show but not from "Spelling Bee."
Performers only interested in the role of Douglas Panch may prepare a one-two minute comedic monologue instead of a song. For a full character breakdown and to sign up for an audition appointment, go to youngstownplayhouse.org/audition.
Niles library plans 'Night at the Museum'
Children in grades K to 3 are invited to spend an evening at the Ward-Thomas Museum, 503 Brown St., Niles, from 6 to 8 p.m. Oct. 24.
The evening will include a spooky story and a candlelight tour of the historic home, followed by apple cider and cookies in the carriage house.
Children must be accompanied by an adult. The event is free, but registration is required by calling the McKinley Memorial Library at 330-652-1704 ext. 4.
Second Harvest fundraiser features tacos, tunes
Tickets are on sale now for a Tacos & Tunes fundraiser at 5:30 p.m. Nov. 5 at B&O Station, 530 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown.
The event will include a taco dinner, dueling pianos by Piano Maniacs, song request and sing-alongs and a raffle.
Tickets are $50 each or $375 for a reserved table for eight, and proceeds benefit Second Harvest Food Bank of the Mahoning Valley. Tickets are available online at secondharvestmahoningvalley.org.