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PURIM CARNIVAL: The Jewish Community Center of Youngstown will hold a Purim Carnival from noon to 3 p.m. Sunday at 505 Gypsy Lane. Carnival games and food will be from noon to 2 p.m. The costume contest will be at 2:15 p.m. Admission is free. Game play is unlimited with a $10 wristband. Food is available for purchase. All families are welcome. Purim commemorates the saving of the Jewish people from Haman, an Achaemenid Persian Empire official who was planning to kill all the Jews in the empire, as recounted in the Book of Esther.
BENEFIT EVENT: St. Patrick Church, 1320 Oak Hill Ave., Youngstown, will hold a benefit dinner from noon to 3 p.m. Sunday at the church to help Sleep in Heavenly Peace.
MUSIC GUILD: The New Music Guild Inc. will continue its season in the basement social hall of the Basilica of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel, 343 Via Mt. Carmel, Youngstown. The multifaceted concert will be held at 2:30 p.m. Sunday. The Guild focuses on performances of works by living composers and sponsors visits by guest composers and performers.
CHILDREN’S PROGRAM: The Girard Free Library will host a children’s program at noon Saturday for ages 5 to 12. Each month, children take part in hands-on activities and have allocation-related snacks about a different state or country. This month’s activities involve Italy. Registration is required at 330-545-2508.
TRI-COUNTY HEART BALL: The American Heart Association will host the Tri-County Heart Ball 6 to 10 p.m. Saturday at Waypoint 4180, Canfield. The gala celebrates all the year-round work done locally to advance health and hope for all. The event will include a live auction, entertainment and torch ceremony.
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TRI-COUNTY HEART BALL: The American Heart Association will host the Tri-County Heart Ball 6 to 10 p.m. Saturday at Waypoint 4180 in Canfield. The gala celebrates all the year-round work done locally to advance health and hope for all. The program will be at 7 p.m. with survivor stories. Stories will be shared including Jacob Burley, a Columbiana County teen saved by CPR, and Michael Kerr, a Trumbull County advocate who traveled to Washington D.C. to push for lifesaving CPR legislation. The event will include a live auction, entertainment and torch ceremony. Funds raised support research discoveries and additional efforts to save and improve lives affected by heart disease and stroke.
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BOARDMAN SCHOOLS FUNDRAISER: The Boardman Schools Fund for Educational Excellence 11th annual reverse raffle will be at 6 p.m. March 6 at Mr. Anthony’s Banquet Centre. There will be various prize-winning activities. Tickets are $70 in advance and are available by calling 330-726-3404.
MENS NIGHT OUT: The Yellow Brick Place Cancer Support Center will host Men’s Night Out, a community health education event, on March 4 at Leo’s Ristorante in Howland. The event will focus on providing honest conversations about men’s health topics that are often difficult to discuss. The evening will feature medical professionals addressing prostate cancer prevention and detection, erectile dysfunction, general wellness, pain management alternatives and more. Doors will open at 5:30 p.m., followed by a complimentary dinner at 6 p.m. Registration is required by Thursday. For information or to register, call 234 228 9550. Yellow Brick Place Cancer Support Center provides programs and services, as well as community events, free to individuals and families affected by cancer. Visit YellowBrickPlace.org for more information.
ALZHEIMER SUPPORT: Alzheimer Network support group will meet at 6 p.m. today at Guiding Light Presbyterian Church, 890 Churchill Hubbard Road, Girard. The support group also will meet at 6 p.m. Wednesday at St. John Episcopal Church, 323 Wick Ave., Youngstown. Due to winter weather, dangerous road conditions and a recently announced flu variant, the group is initiating a “call-in reservation policy” for those who wish to attend one of the regularly announced support groups. The alternative method to reach the Alzheimer Network is to call 330-788-9755 anytime to speak about concerns.
SELF-HELP GROUP MEETING: Recovery International, a community self-help mental health group, will meet at 1:30 p.m. today at Michael Kusalaba Public Library, Youngstown. For information, call 330-747-1176.
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UNITED WAY CAMPAIGN RESULTS: The United Way of Youngstown and the Mahoning Valley will announce the 2025 campaign results 11 a.m. Tuesday at the Centofanti Volunteer Resource Center, 8133 Market St., Boardman. United Way leadership, members of the board of directors, and 2025 campaign co-chairs Josh and Jami Toot will share how the funds raised will directly impact programs and services throughout the Mahoning Valley.
WEAVERS GUILD TO MEET: The Youngstown East Ohio Weavers Guild will meet at 10 a.m. Saturday at the Canfield Library’s small meeting room. A short business meeting will be followed by a workshop on weaving drafting. New members and any interested visitors are welcome. For information, call Marilyn at 330-799-5836.
PUCO DISCUSSION: A representative from the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio will be at the Girard Free Library at 1 p.m. today to educate residents on a variety of utility-related issues. To register, call 330-545-2508.
EQUITY DAY: The Youngstown Business and Professional Women will host an Equity Day event March 4 to raise awareness on the ongoing wage gap and to empower women in the workplace. The event will be at LaCasa Mexicana, 7334 Market St., Boardman. The event begins at 5:30 pm. Guest speaker is Dr. Joyce Owen of The Ohio State University. Discussion will be about how equal pay is not just a women’s issue, but an economic issue. The event will include a raffle of items from women-owned businesses. Tickets are $30 available at square.link/u/73Nc67E8. The deadline to purchase tickets is Wednesday.
MASQUERADE GALA: The Junior Civic League of Austintown will host the 13th annual Masquerade Gala 6 to 10 p.m. Saturday at Immaculate Heart of Mary banquet hall, 4490 Norquest Blvd., Austintown. Cost is $60 per person and can be purchased through the Zeffy link provided on the Junior Civic League website and Facebook page. Guests are encouraged to wear masquerade-inspired costumes.
LEAGUE HOSTS FUNDRAISER: The Junior League of the Mahoning Valley will host the third annual Beads, Bags and Bingo purse bingo fundraising event, which will benefit the league’s mission to support women and children throughout the Mahoning Valley. The event will be at 6 p.m. Thursday at Waypoint 4180 in Canfield with a Mardi Gras theme. To purchase tickets, call 330-743-3200.
CRAFT/VENDOR SHOW: Zion Lutheran Church, 3300 Canfield Road, Youngstown, will host a craft and vendor fair 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday. More than 40 vendors are scheduled, there will be live music, handmade crafts, baked goods and a basket raffle. All proceeds benefit St. Pat’s Grief Camp.
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AUDUBON SOCIETY PROGRAM: The Audubon Society of the Mahoning Valley will meet at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday at the Austintown Senior Center, 112 Westchester Dr., with a program at 7 p.m. The program is a presentation by Joe Malmisur, a naturalist from Summit Metroparks who will discuss the snowy owl, a diurnal and nomadic species.
INSPIRING MINDS HOSTS CONFERENCE: The fourth annual IMpower conference hosted by Inspiring Minds will take place Saturday at Kent State University Trumbull. More than 100 local students in grades 6 to 12 are scheduled to attend. At the conference students will participate in sessions focused on college, careers, physical and mental health and wellness, financial literacy, entrepreneurship and Black history, African drumming, art and music. The keynote speaker is Erica Glover, an educator and HR professional who will focus on equity and inclusion within the academic system and beyond. During the conference, students will have the opportunity to earn prizes, such as scholarships, laptops and gift cards. For information call 330-518-6108.
AUTHOR TO SPEAK: Tom Welsh, local author and historian, will present a program on Mahoning Valley breweries at 10 a.m. Saturday at Denny’s Restaurant meeting room, 4020 Belmont Ave., Liberty. The program is part of the William Holmes McGuffey Historical Society’s Memories of a Lifetime Lecture Series. Welsh will discuss the rise, heyday, decline and rebirth of Valley brewing companies. The program is open to the public. Cost is $10 for members and $15 for non-members. There will be live entertainment, refreshments and 50-50 raffle. For information call 330-726-8277.
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NEWCOMERS TO MEET: Newcomers of Mahoning Valley will hold its next luncheon meeting at 11:30 a.m. Tuesday at Olive Garden, 853 Boardman-Poland Road, Boardman.
A representative from the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County will be talking about the programs to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States. For information, contact Lori at 330-707-9022 or Bonnie at 330-501-2738.
CEMETERY CLEANUP: St. John the Baptist Cemetery, 3900 Villa Marie Road, Lowellville, will hold spring cleanup in March. All decorations that do not comply with cemetery rules and regulations need to be removed by March 15 or they will be discarded.
SKATEPARK EVENT: The Youngstown Skatepark Association has partnered with Penguin City Brewing to hold a free Pop-Up Skatepark noon to 8 p.m. Saturday at the Penguin City Brewing, 460 E. Federal St. The area will be temporarily transformed into a skatepark for skateboards, BMX bikes, scooters, and roller or inline skates. The event is open to all riders of all ages and skill levels. Admission is free. The event will include a youth session for riders 14 and younger from noon to 4 p.m. followed by an all ages session from 5 to 8 p.m.
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POP-UP SKATEPARK: The Youngstown Skatepark Association, a nonprofit dedicated to building a free public skatepark in the City of Youngstown, has partnered with Penguin City Brewing Company to host a free Pop-Up Skatepark noon to 8 p.m. Saturday at Penguin City Brewing Company, 460 E. Federal St., Youngstown. The event will temporarily transform a portion of Penguin City Brewing Company’s indoor space into a skatepark for skateboards, BMX bikes, scooters and roller or inline skates. Open to riders of all ages and skill levels, the event aims to provide a safe and welcoming environment while building awareness and support for a permanent, free public skatepark in Youngstown. Admission is free for both participants and spectators. Helmets are required for riders under 18 and strongly recommended for adults.
For information, visit youngstownskatepark.org
GREEK FESTIVAL: Archangel Michael Greek Orthodox Church, 401 12th St., Campbell, will host a Greek food festival noon to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and noon to 9 p.m. Sunday. Admission is free. There will be Greek food, Greek wine, folk dancing, games for children, and cultural and religious items.
MENS NIGHT OUT: Yellow Brick Place Cancer Support Center will host Men’s Night Out, a community health education event, March 4 at Leo’s Ristorante in Howland The event will focus on providing honest conversations about men’s health topics that are often difficult to discuss. Doors will open at 5:30 p.m., followed by a complimentary dinner at 6 p.m. Registration is required by Feb. 26. For information or to register, call 234-228-9550. Yellow Brick Place Cancer Support Center provides programs and services, as well as community events, free to individuals and families affected by cancer. Visit YellowBrickPlace.org for more information.
QUILTING GROUP: That Quilt Group I Belong To invites those interested to attend its next meeting at 7 p.m. Tuesday in Fair Park in Canfield. There will be an informational demonstration on the disappearing 4-patch block. Participants are encouraged to bring a pen and paper to take notes. The quilters group meets the third Tuesday of each month. Visitors are welcome. For information, call Jeanne at 330-507-4672.
PRESS CLUB CONTEST: Northeast Ohio and Western Pennsylvania high school students and their advisers can win prizes of up to $200 in the second annual Youngstown Press Club Scholastic Journalism Award contest. Entries are being sought from students in Ashtabula, Trumbull, Mahoning, Columbiana, Mercer and Lawrence counties. Entry deadline is March 18. Submissions will be judged by a panel of press club members. Contest details are available at YoungstownPressClub.com. The competition categories are scholastic journalist of the year; adviser of the year; news story; feature story; sports news and features; editorial, column or opinion; reviews of products, movies, plays or books; photography; video package; print or web layout and design; and news publication, broadcast production or website.
WOMEN RETIREES SCHOLARSHIP: The Youngstown State University Women Retirees are accepting applications for their scholarship through March 1. The scholarship is awarded to a full-time junior female student with a maximum GPA of 3.0 The recipient must also be a U.S. citizen and be enrolled in a degree seeking program. Information and applications are available at ysuwomenretires@gmail.com.
ALZHEIMER SUPPORT: Alzheimer Network support group will meet at 6 p.m. Tuesday at Guiding Light Presbyterian Church, 890 Churchill Hubbard Road. Due to winter weather, dangerous road conditions and a recently announced flu variant, the group is initiating a “call-in reservation policy” for those who wish to attend one of the regularly announced support groups. The alternative method to reach the Alzheimer Network is to call 330-788-9755 anytime to speak about concerns.
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PRESIDENTS’ DAY CELEBRATION: McKinley Memorial Library will present a Presidents’ Day Celebration 1 to 4:30 p.m. Monday at the McKinley Birthplace Home in Niles. At 2:30 p.m., a speaker from the Niles Historical Society will discuss what Niles was like in the 1840s when the McKinley Family lived there. The Birthplace Home will be open for self-guided tours.
BIRD COUNT: The Great Backyard Bird count will be 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. Sunday at the George L. Fordyce Park nature preserve at Mill Creek MetroParks in Beaver Township. The event is free and will involve people identifying and recording birds they see at the nature preserve as part of the count, which is a global citizen science event. For ages 8 and older. Registration, including the number of people attending, can call 330-740-7107 ext. 129 to register.
JUVENILE COURT: It has been 12 years since the Mahoning County Juvenile Court was one of only four juvenile courts nationally to receive a grant from the U. S Department of Justice focused on innovative programs to” Keep Kids in School and Out of the Justice System.” Mahoning County Juvenile Court’s proposed program focused on partnering with local school districts to mitigate many of the barriers identified by the court and school districts that negatively impact a student’s ability to attend and successfully complete their education. At 8:30 a.m. Wednesday, the court and partner school districts will meet at the Juvenile Justice Center to share changes to the Early Warning Program, and the direct impact the program has had on school attendance and student success. It will feature Struthers Superintendent Pete Pirone and Boardman Superintendent Chris Neifer. Featured speakers will include Mahoning County Juvenile Court Judge Theresa Dellick, EWS Director Mike Masucci and Juvenile Court Magistrate Gina DeGenova.
ADOPTION EVENT: A Be Mine Adoption event for pets will be 2 to 6 p.m. today and noon to 6 p.m. Saturday at the Eastwood Mall center concourse in Niles. The Animal Welfare League will be bringing adoptable pets for people to meet and potentially adopt for Valentine’s Day.
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WWII INVASION PRESENTATION: Lt. Col. U.S. Army (Ret.) Dr. Joe Alessi will present a program about the invasion of Sicily to the World War II Heritage Society at 6:15 p.m. Monday at A La Cart Catering in Canfield. The presentation will be preceded by a buffet dinner at 6:15 p.m.
Reservations are required to David Frank at 330-757-0515.
RESCUE MISSION BENEFIT: The Rescue Mission of Mahoning Valley will host its annual benefit dinner Feb. 20 at Waypoint 4180 in Canfield.
This year’s fundraising event will feature two seating options, a breakfast and an evening dinner. Both seatings will include a meal, live jazz and opportunities for fellowship with supporters of the Rescue Mission.
Breakfast tickets are $50 with an open seating format. Doors open at 9 a.m. and the program begins at 9:30 a.m. Dinner tickets are $75 with a reserved seating format. Doors open at 6 p.m. and the program begins at 6:30 p.m.
For more information, visit www.RescueMissionMV.org/banquet or call 330-744-5485, ext. 506.
SELF-HELP RECOVERY: Recovery International, a community self-help mental health group, will meet at 1:30 p.m. Feb. 24 at Michael Kusalaba Public Library, 2815 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown. For more information, call 330-747-1176.
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FRIENDS OF FIDO: The Friends of Fido is hosting its annual Valentine’s Day card event “For the Love of Dogs.” To participate, mail a $1 or more donation along with a valentine for the dogs at the Mahoning County Dog Warden’s office. The goal of the fundraiser is to fill the walls of the facility with as many valentines as possible. All money raised will be used to provide veterinary care to the dogs. Cards can be mailed to Friends of Fido, P.O. Box 2963, Youngstown, 44511, or dropped off at the Mahoning County Dog Warden, 1230 N. Meridian Road.
MARDI GRAS POTLUCK: The Girard Multi-Generational Center, 443 Trumbull Ave., will host a Mardi Gras potluck luncheon 12 to 1:30 p.m. Wednesday. Festive dress is welcome. Bring a dish to the event to share. Call 330-545-6596 to sign up.
VALENTINE’S PROGRAM: The Girard Free Library will host a Valentine ‘s Day program at 6 p.m. Wednesday. There will be Valentine’s activities with materials provided. Registration is required at 330-545-2408.
K9s FOR COMPASSION: The Girard Free Library will host a K9s For Compassion program at 6 p.m. today where children up to age 12 can have time to read a story to one of the organization’s trained therapy dogs. Registration is required.
GATHERING PLACE: Lord of Life Lutheran Church, 550 N. Broad St., Canfield, will host a Gathering Place event at 11 a.m. today. The program is “Don’t Go Down the Rabbit Hole: Sharing information on downsizing and spring cleaning.” The free community outreach social program is offered to all senior citizens on the second Monday of each month. For information, call Wendy at 330-360-0419.
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YMCA ART SHOW: The Davis Family YMCA will host the second annual Postscripts Art Show with an opening reception and awards ceremony from from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Sunday at the YMCA lobby/ The event will include light refreshments and awards for all participating artists. Guests are invited to talk to artists and see their artwork. All proceeds from the event benefit the YMCA ARTreach program.
FREE KIDS CAREER FAIR: The fifth annual Kids Career Fair presented by the Mahoning County Career and Technical Center, Valley STEM Academy and City Machine Technologies INc . will take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday at the career center, 7300 M. Palmyra Road, Canfield. The event is free and open to the public. Businesses will be providing table activities for children.
TOASTMASTERS SPEECH CONTEST: Toastmasters Executive Club #408 has rescheduled its speech competition to 6:45 p.m. Monday at 8381 Market St., Boardman. Club members will sharer their talents in two categories. Members present a prepared speech on a topic of their choices and where members are given a topic just before being asked to speak with minimal prep time. At intermission light refreshments will be provided.
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UNDER THE STARS: PJ Library of the Jewish Community Center of Youngstown and Ohev Beth Sholom will present “Under the Stars,” a community Havdalah program 5:15 to 6:30 p.m. Saturday at the Youngstown State University Ward Beecher Planetarium Havdalah (separation) is Shabbat’s closing ritual to end the old week and begin the new with blessings. This interactive Havdalah ceremony will start with the planetarium program, Sky Talk, showing the night sky. When three stars appear in the sky, guests will pause for the Havdalah prayers and singing of Eliyahu Hanaviv. Once Havdalah is over, guests will enter the night sky as they learn about our universe. The program will conclude with a meeting with the moon, which plays an important part in the Jewish calendar.
ABWA TO MEET: The Mill Creek Chapter of the American Business Women’s Association will meet at 6 p.m. Tuesday at A La Cart Catering in Canfield. The cost is $19. Reservations may be made by calling Marilyn at 330-726-2527 or Darlene at 330- 755-9089. Austintown native and attorney Brad Gessner will speak about his televised appearance as a competitor on “The Great American Baking Show.”
SELF HELP: Recovery International, a community self-help mental health group, will meet at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Michael Kusalaba Public Library, 2815 Mahoning Ave.,Youngstown, Ohio. For information, call 330 -747-1176.
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KIDS CAREER FAIR: A Kids Career Fair will be 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday at the Mahoning County Career & Technical Center in Canfield. The event is hosted by MCCTC, Valley STEM and City Machine Technologies Inc. The free event will include a hands-on day of exploration. Children can try activities for a variety of careers and meet different career professionals.
DUNGEONS AND DRAGONS: The Girard Free Library will host a Dungeons and Dragons group at 6 p.m. today. The program will guide you through your first steps. Beginners are welcome. Registration is required at 330-545-2508.
THE GATHERING PLACE: The Gathering Place Senior Center is hosting Jill Herock from Burgan Realty at 11 a.m. Feb. 9, at Lord of Life Lutheran Church, 550 N. Broad St., Canfield.
Herock will help you with downsizing, spring cleaning or simply getting rid of junk. Bring one of your junk items wrapped for a fun exchange. This is a free community outreach social program offered to all senior citizens on the second Monday of each month. Reservations are not required.
For questions regarding this event, call Woody Gingery at 330-360-0419 or the church at 330-533-3531.
WALK WITH A DOC: Youngstown State University’s Bitonte College of Health and Human Services continues its commitment to public health through the Walk with a Doc program, a free community wellness initiative at the Southern Park Mall.
The program takes place 10 to 11 a.m. on the first Thursday of each month and is led by YSU physical therapy faculty and students. Each session begins with a brief health talk before participants join in a walk around the mall.
The Thursday session’s focus is American Heart Month / Diet. The walks are free and open to the public. All ages and fitness levels are welcome, and no registration is required.
SOCIETY MEETING: The next meeting of the Mahoning County Chapter of the Ohio Genealogy Society will meet 7 p.m. Wednesday in the ministry building of St. Charles Church in Boardman. The program will be an annual “show and tell” by bringing a family artifact to show and to tell the significance of the item to your ancestors and family history. Everyone is welcome and visitors are encouraged to bring something. Light refreshments will be served.
SUPPORT GROUP MEETS: Alzheimer Network support groups meet monthly. Due to winter weather, dangerous road conditions and a recently announced flu variant, the group is initiating a “call-in reservation policy” for those who wish to attend one of the regularly announced support groups. The alternative method to reach the Alzheimer Network is to call 330-788-9755 anytime to speak about concerns.
The group will meet Saturday at The Church of the Rock, 7025 Lutern Lane, Poland. Call 330-788-9755 for time.