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VALLEY UPDATE VALLEY UPDATE: PAGE 7

• THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES, PUBLIC LIBRARY OF YOUNGSTOWN AND MAHONING County, ratified a new three-year contract with the Library’s clerical and maintenance union last month. The contract covers 120 Library employees. The current contract with Service Employees International Union District 1199 CMT was set to expire on April 30, 2007. The bargaining unit ratified the contract in an evening meeting on April 20. PAGE 7. • THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE MAHONING VALLEY RECENTLY announced the election of Phyllis Ricchiuti and Atty. Charles E. Wern Jr., to its board of directors. Each will fill three-year terms. Ricchiuti, a community volunteer, fills the seat vacated by Dr. Earnest Perry. Wern, fills the seat vacated by Frank Dixon. Both Perry and Dixon have completed all eligible terms on the Foundation’s board. PAGE 7.

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• AFTER THE END OF THE ACADEMIC YEAR, RAYEN WILL CEASE TO BE A CITY high school, but its memory lingers with many former students who recall how the North Side institution prepared them for life – in and outside of the classroom. For many, The Rayen School was revered for its academic excellence and as an institution that prepared students for higher education. BY JOHN PATRICK GATTA. Page 8. • “WHEN WE HEARD THAT RAYEN WAS GOING TO BE TORN DOWN, THE VERY thought of the wrecking ball going through that wall and taking down that painting, it was too much. [I thought] this can’t happen,” said Betsy Johnquest, a teacher at Rayen High School on Youngstown’s North Side. Johnquest was referring to what is known as the Rayen Mural. The work is about 65-feet long and 6-feet tall. It depicts school, city and United States history from 1802 to 1958. Through the efforts of Johnquest and others, the mural was recently removed and will be reinstalled in the new Rayen Middle School planned for the site. BY CHRISTINE DAVIDSON. Page 8.

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• WITH SPRING IN FULL BLOOM, WINE EVENTS IN THE MAHONING VALLEY ARE also springing up everywhere. The Fifth Season’s wine and food tasting and two major sit-down dinner tastings at the Springfield Grille led the agenda for this month’s column. BY JOHN WEBSTER. Page 14. • Restaurant Guide for the region. Page 15.

CALENDAR • Regional events for April 2007. Page 25. ABOUT THE COVER: A collage of The Rayen School throughout the years. Electronic images courtesy of the Mahoning Valley Historical Society. CALENDAR: PAGE 25

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VALLEY UPDATE Clerical, maintenance ratify Library contract

he Board of Trustees, Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County, ratified a new three-year contract with the Library’s clerical and maintenance union last month. The contract covers 120 Library employees. The current contract with Service Employees International Union District 1199 CMT was set to expire on April 30, 2007. The bargaining unit ratified the contract in an evening meeting on April 20. A modified version of Interest-Based Bargaining was used in reaching the agreement. In this process, representatives from Library administration and the union can fully discuss issues and reach agreement. Highlights of the agreement: A wage scale which was formerly cent-based was converted to a percentage-based scale for the first year of the contract, resulting in an increase of at least 3 percent for all employees in that union, with the increase varying due to step placement on the new wage scale. In the second and third year of the contract, the new wage scale is increased by 3 percent. Health insurance was a significant piece of the agreement. “The new contract includes options for traditional health plans while also introducing a new consumerdriven plan and encouraging a culture to wellness,” said Carlton A. Sears, Library director. The Library will offer optional health-risk assessments that will guide the design of a wellness program in an effort to reduce the need for insurance claims. The new contract also contains a provision that spouses of employees participate in the health-insurance program of their employer, when possible. In summary, these health care options are available to employees: ◆ Plan C PPO, a high-deductible plan, for which the rates remain stable throughout the term of the contract, with employees cost-sharing the premium at the current rate of 7 percent single and 10 percent family; ◆ Plan B PPO, a low-deductible plan, for which cost-sharing remains the same in year 1 of the contract (7 percent single and 10 percent family) and rises to 10 percent single and 12 percent family in year 2 and 10 percent single (same) and 13 percent family in year 3; ◆ Health Savings Account, a high-deductible consumer-driven plan, with the current cost-sharing rate (7 percent single

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Two fires of suspicious origin broke out within minutes of each other on Youngstown’s East and South sides on the evening of April 25. Youngstown Firefighters (above) look on as fire consumes a vacant house on Falls Avenue. Earlier that evening, a two-story house on N. Fruit Street was destroyed by fire.

and 10 percent family). In other action, the Board approved purchase of property behind Sebring Library, which will allow for expanded parking. Cost of the property is $29,500. Trustees reviewed and approved various updated Library policies, a standard procedure. Trustees also revised criteria for several of the bequest funds found in The Library Foundation.

Community Foundation elects slate of officers

he Community Foundation of the Mahoning Valley recently announced the election of Phyllis Ricchiuti and Atty. Charles E. Wern Jr., to its board of directors. Each will fill three-year terms. Ricchiuti, a community volunteer, fills the seat vacated by Dr. Earnest Perry.

Wern, fills the seat vacated by Frank Dixon. Both Perry and Dixon have completed all eligible terms on the Foundation’s board. Officers elected by the board include Janice E. Strasfeld, vice president, the Muransky Companies, chairwoman; William J. Bresnahan, president, Hynes Industries, vice chairman; Molly S. Seals, senior vice president, Humility of Mary Health Partners, secretary; and Gerald Walsh, consultant, treasurer. Bruce R. Beeghly, president, Altronic, Inc; Thomas Fleming, president, AIM National Lease; and E. Jeffrey Rossi, principal, E. J. Rossi & Co., also serve on the Foundation’s board of directors. Patricia Brozik is the president. The Community Foundation of the Mahoning Valley, a public charity, was incorporated in 1999 by five area trust companies and the Youngstown Foundation, to address charitable and philanthropic needs across Mahoning and Trumbull counties.

Since its inception, the Foundation has made grants of over $7.8 million to approximately 185 charitable and educational institutions. Since its inception, the Foundation has grown to $12 million in assets and has made grants in excess of $7.8 million to approximately 185 charitable and educational institutions. The Foundation also provides grant and administration services to nearly 50 donors and agencies. The Foundation is the lead sponsor of the community’s 40 Under 40 Awards, which benefits the development of a formal young philanthropy initiative. That initiative involves students and young professionals in organized philanthropy, further providing the base of charitable giving in the Mahoning Valley. The Foundation’s Web site is www.cfmv.org.

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MAHONING VALLEY RECALLING

RAYEN Thanks for the memories. I love the many friendship that I made through my years at The Rayen. My favorite sport was baseball and I played all four years. The Rayen – I will miss you.

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RONALD BETTERS Class of 1974 Growing up on the North Side in the 1950s and 60s, I consider my Rayen School days as one of the great blessings of my life. It was a truly diverse group of students with white, black, Asian, Hispanic, Jewish, Protestant, wealthy, poor and in-between. Like all schools, there may have been tensions at times, but, overall, we got along and learned to appreciate differences. The greatest lesson I learned at Rayen was outside of the classroom: judging a person for their character, not their color or background. That lesson has helped me all my life long and I’ve passed it on to my children as well as to the congregations I’ve served.

REV. DAVID JOACHIM, Westminster Presbyterian Church, Boardman

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fter the end of the academic year, Rayen will cease to be a city high school, but its memory lingers with many former students who recall how the North Side institution prepared them for life – in and outside of the classroom. For many, The Rayen School was revered for its academic excellence and as an institution that prepared students for higher education. “A high school of the caliber of Rayen, in the early twentieth century is equivalent to a college education today,” said Bill Lawson, director of the Mahoning Valley Historical SEE RAYEN, PAGE 9

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Because of The Rayen School’s high academic standards, the high school also attracted students from other parts of the state. Society. “It was an academy of higher education, that the community was very proud of.” “Rayen had a great tradition as the first high school in town,” said Reid Schmutz, a 1960 Rayen graduate. Schmutz currently serves as a trustee for the Rayen Foundation and Youngstown Foundation. “You always had a lot to live up to,” he said. “There were a lot of great alumni in town, a lot of role models that you had to live up to. Being a Rayen graduate, it put a little pressure on you to excel and not blemish the name of the school and follow in the steps of those who came before you.” Because of Rayen’s high academic standards and success rate, which saw graduates moving on into top colleges, the school also attracted students from other parts of the state. “The curriculum was widely recognized. People came from all over the Western Reserve Territory,” said current Rayen Principal Henrietta Williams. The Western Reserve area encompassed the Northeast area of Ohio including Cleveland, Chardon, Hudson, Medina and surrounding communities. A trust from the estate of Judge William Rayen created and funded the school and provides an endowment for scholarships. The Rayen School opened in 1866 and did not exclude due to race, creed, gender or color. Although many of its early students were from affluent families, young men and women had to demonstrate academic success. “It was always a public high school but [academic] exclusivity made it like a prep school,” said Lawson. “No one was there to fool around. If you were disruptive, you were out. That gave Rayen a high quality of student body and of academic achievement. For wealthy kids, it was part of their finishing before they went off to college,” he said. Lawson pointed out that most young people at that time only went as far as eighth grade. Then, they moved on to life working in steel mills or other occupations. “After World War I, and more so after the Great Depression, we see that there was a call for mandatory high school.” Williams credited Judge Rayen for his vision. “He was beyond his years,” she said. “It was for all children. It was not meant to be elitist. That was Rayen’s desire. It just so happened that when the teachers sat down, they patterned it after Harvard and top schools in the country.” “So, it was impressive when you came out of Rayen. Those schools would recognize and accept you,” Williams added. Lawson said The Rayen School reached its pinnacle in the early twentieth century, due to its faculty and academic standards. “You must remember that Youngstown was SEE RAYEN, PAGE 10

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The editorial staff of the Rayen Record in 1903.

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The Rayen School debating team in 1906. (Left to right): Dietrich Bode, Claire Johnson, Russell McKay, Alvin Williams. From the May 3, 1906 debate vs. Oberlin High School at Oberlin, Ohio.

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An interior stairway at the original Rayen School. Artwork depicts classical works.

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Rayen School faculty, 1902-1903. Principal Wells L. Griswold is seated in the front row, third from the left.

R AY E N My name is Ruth Bloom Blankenship, a Rayen alumna, class of 1949. The Rayen School prepared me academically and musically for a lifetime career as a professional musician. I took available summer school classes for two years so I could participate in all of the music offered (band, orchestra, choirs, girl’s octet). These experiences were invaluable in enhancing my interest in pursuing my study of music in college and seminary. I am a choral director, private instructor of voice and piano, and professional singer – still active in all of these venues at age 75. The teacher that I admired most was our choral director, Mr. Nischwitz. I still use some of his techniques and music that he chose for us to learn, especially the Wilhousky “Battle Hymn.” I still sing that in performances of “The Lincoln Show” held at Slifer House Museum in Lewisburg, Pa. Thank you to the teachers, staff and students for The Rayen School and what it has meant to me.“

RUTH BLOOM BLANKENSHIP Lewisburg, Pa. Class of 1949

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The original Rayen School on Wick Avenue, circa 1915. Note St. Columba Cathedral in the background and the residential character of Wood Street and Lincoln Avenue.

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THE ENDURING LEGACY OF THE RAYEN SCHOOL: SPORTS

“There’s still a strong tradition in Rayen. It comes to the surface with alumni, students and faculty. Tradition is still there, pride is still there, there are still academic achievements.” – B i l l L a w s o n , d i r e c t o r, Mahoning Valley Historical Society.

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Rayen baseball team, 1901. Billy Evans, center fielder, is in the second row. The team was photographed after winning the City League.

South and Rayen were football rivals for generations. This program dates from 1942.

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The 1897 Rayen football team. Charles Owsley, fourth row, was the team’s manager.

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Rayen Baseball team 1901-1902

a very dynamic and affluent city during that period.” He compared turn-of-thecentury Youngstown to the Silicon Valley of today, due to its robust industries and technological innovations. “Rayen followed the fortunes of the city, which have not been so good in the last 30 to 40 years,” Lawson added. Suburban population shifts affected enrollment and the money to support the schools. Lawson mentions that such financial issues have created a degree of difficulty for Rayen’s students to compete with the school’s lauded past. “There’s still a strong tradition in Rayen. It comes to the surface with alumni, students and faculty. Tradition is still there, pride is still there, there are still academic achievements. Still, it graduates kids who go on to top universities, who excel academically and athletically.” Schmutz recalled the dedication of Rayen faculty. “During my senior year, every teacher one or both of my parents had too. They were a dedicated and experienced faculty.” Schmutz said he most remembers the diversity of the student population: “. . . a great melting pot – children of steel workers, first generation immigrants, a mix of where people lived – the North Side of Youngstown – which went all the way down to the projects to those in Liberty who paid tuition. It was a good of mix of kids. “The [Rayen] trustees represent that at this point.” Phyllis Wilkoff, a 1943 Rayen graduate, also remains involved with the school as a Rayen Trustee. Born and raised in Youngstown, she still sees its continued influence in the community. “It’s still a good school. Some very bright kids in that school,” she said. “We have an honor roll dinner every year just before graduation. They tell us what scholarships these kids have earned. There are kids getting $80,000 in scholarships! A lot of these kids are from one-parent families, and they are just such wonderful kids. I just sit there with my mouth open when they say what scholarships they’ve gotten.” “Judge Rayen left money for The Rayen School under the jurisdiction of Probate Court. The school comes to us for money, according to what the Probate [Court] rules. With the school being torn down, the court will tell us what to do. We do give scholarships to Rayen and other high schools, and I believe we’ll continue to do that,” Wilkoff said.

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R AY E N I have many memories of The Rayen School. The day President Kennedy was shot, we were in English class. Mr. McKinney came from the study hall next door to inform our class. We were in an uproar to hear that the President had been killed. I will always remember the ramps, the mural, the trophy case and the people. Long live the spirit of THE RAYEN SCHOOL.

â&#x20AC;&#x201C; BERNADETTE HALL Class of 1965 My uncle, the late Rev. William S. Kopiczenski (also spelled Kopicenski) was a 1926 graduate of Rayen High School. While at Rayen, he played guard on the basketball teams of 1925 and 1926. The 1926 team was one of Ohioâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s top teams. He was offered a scholarship to the University of Michigan, but declined. Instead, he entered St. Maryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Seminary (Our Lady of the Lake) in Cleveland to study for the priesthood. He was ordained in 1934. Although short in stature (5-foot, 9-inches tall) he was the spark plug of the team, which was a legendary team at the time. He always was a modest, humble man and priest. He was served in the Cleveland Diocese for 66 years, dying in June 1990. He was the ďŹ rst American of Polish descent from Youngstown to be ordained a priest for the Diocese of Cleveland. Each year a scholarship is given to students of Polish ancestry at the Butler Institute of American Art in the early part of the year. This is done in memory of Rev. William S. Kopiczenski through the Youngstown Polish Arts Club.

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A detail from the Rayen mural, which measures 65feet long. It was recently removed for installation in the new Rayen Middle School.

Group works to preserve historic Rayen mural for future generations BY CHRISTINE DAVIDSON METRO MONTHLY STAFF WRITER

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hen we heard that Rayen was going to be torn down, the very thought of the wrecking ball going through that wall and taking down that painting, it was too much. [I thought] this canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t happen,â&#x20AC;? said Betsy Johnquest, a teacher at Rayen High School on Youngstownâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s North Side. Johnquest was referring to what is known as the Rayen Mural. The work is about 65-feet long and 6-feet tall. It depicts school, city and United States history from 1802 to 1958. Through the efforts of Johnquest and others, the mural was recently removed and will be reinstalled in the new Rayen Middle School planned for the site. Johnquest, who began teaching at Rayen in 1989, said the mural captured her attention some time ago. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It [the mural] starts from when Youngstown started and it progresses with local Youngstown history at the bottom, Rayen history coming through in the middle, and national history at the top. So as you walk along and look at the mural you can see what is happening on the national scene, at Rayen and as well as whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s going on in Youngstown.â&#x20AC;? Thousands of people appear in the mural, including World War I doughboys, Rayen choir members, athletes, scholars, teachers and students. The mural begins with a focus on Judge William Rayen. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Rayen came to this area in 1802 when he was about 21 years old,â&#x20AC;? said Harry Mays, a 1958 Rayen graduate also involved in the current mural preservation project. While serving as Rayen class president, Mays was in charge of raising the original funds for the mural, which was a class gift to the school. â&#x20AC;&#x153;He [Rayen] started a mercantile store . . . and that store became kind of a central point in the village and on the mural there is a picture of the store with a military man standing in front of a line of recruits. Those recruits were SEE MURAL, PAGE 34

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The Rayen School after it had relocated to Benita Avenue on Youngstown’s upper North Side.

Our years at The Rayen School were truly memorable. We had the best teachers and great classmates!

PAUL DONNELLY NAPLES, FLORIDA ~ CLASS OF 1954

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330-746-3067 Congratulations 2007 Rayen Graduates! KATHY EARNHART BUTLER INSTITUTE OF ART 524 Wick Avenue - Youngstown, Ohio 44502

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A group photo in front of the Rayen School auditorium.

DR. JAMES DALE ETHICS CENTER YOUNGSTOWN STATE UNIVERSITY YOUNGSTOWN, OHIO 44555

For a stellar history from the Satre family.

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Majorettes from the class of 1947

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RAYEN As a 1969 graduate of The Rayen School, I am very proud. I learned so much attending school on the North Side. As a member of the 1969 class, I obtained lifelong friends from diverse backgrounds. As a student at The Rayen, my education was one that would, by today’s standards, be equal to a ﬁrst year college education. We had teachers who cared about us, who demanded excellence. Teachers like Mr. Wilson, who taught 12th grade English, who demanded you know the parts of speech, sentence structure, communication skills, and how to talk in public. The sixties were ﬁlled with racism and the Vietnam War, but at The Rayen we felt secure, loved, and respected by our peers. That has resulted in lifelong friendships that have transcended color, gender and religious barriers. Currently, I work for the Department of Labor. I have a master’s degree and am currently pursuing my PhD. I am adjunct professor in the school of business at Indiana Wesleyan College.

BRENDA L. SPENCER Class of 1969 Admissions Counselor/Career Transition Specialist Del-Jen Inc., Ohio Job Corps.

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Best wishes to The Rayen School from Ursuline High School

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Saluting Rayen’s great history!

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Saluting Rayen’s Great History!

SZABO & SONS FUNERAL HOME

Football players pose for a yearbook photo (top), and teachers walk the picket line in 1967.

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RESTAURANTS Spring finds wine events in full bloom throughout area and hazelnut brulee was served with the St. Chapelle 2004 Riesling from Idaho. With

ith spring in full bloom, wine events in the Mahoning Valley are also springing up everywhere. The Fifth Season’s wine and food tasting and two major sit-down dinner tastings at the Springfield Grille led the agenda for this month’s column. My first wine event took me to the Springfield Grille in Boardman. Hosted by local Ohio Wine Imports, this proved to be a very nicely planned wine event for all who attended. Once again, the Springfield’s kitchen was up to the task of providing top notch food matches for the great wines. The first course of South African lobster with vanilla bean butter was simply delicious with the Australia 2004 “Marquee” Chardonnay. A creamy nose with bright fruit flavors and citrus-apple finish stood up to the rich-tasting lobster in butter sauce. The next course of Belgian endive boats with mascarpone, roasted winter squash, and toasted pistachios was served with the Stoneleigh 2004 Pinot Noir from Marlborough, New Zealand. Dark red fruit and black cherry flavors and a long finish of tinged in cinnamon and Oriental spice went hand in hand with the roasted winter squash and pistachios. Another great red from Down Under was served with the third course of cremini mushrooms filled with wild boar sausage and fig layered boursin cheese. The Houghton 2004 Shiraz from Western Australia was very fruit-forward in style, with lots of red berry and mocha flavors followed by a soft plush finish. The fourth course of pork tenderloin Florentine in a pistachio-bing cherry

nectarine and peachy fruit flavors, this slightly off-dry white was near perfect with the poached pear. My next stop of the month took me to the Fifth Season for their March Madness wine and food tasting. I know I have said it before, but the range and depth of food offerings presented by the restaurant is simply amazing. Let’s not forget that among all this food, there were six stations of wine. At station one, the Merryvale 2005 Pinot Noir from Carneros really stood out. Very Burgundian in style with loads of cinnamon-tinged fruit, this red was a real hit at the wild game table. At station two, the Noblio Icon 2006 Sauvignon Blanc from New Zealand was a sure hit at the seafood table. I loved the way it matched up with the roasted parrotfish. At station three, the Trincherno Mary’s Vineyard 2004 Sauvignon Blanc

Stoneleigh 2004 Pinot Noir from Marlborough, New Zealand was characterized by dark red fruit and black cherry flavors and a long finish of tinged in cinnamon and Oriental spice

demiglace was served with the Merryvale Starmont 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon from Napa Valley. Produced from several vineyards, this engaging Napa Cab is one of my perennial favorites. Textbook Cab fruit flavors give way to a warm toasty finish. The pork tenderloin was a dynamite pairing for this Napa Cab. The last course of Riesling-poached pear

from Napa Valley seemed to go well with most everything. My favorite was the sea scallops in a horseradish teriyaki glaze. The Covey Run 2005 Gewurztraminer from Columbia Valley, Wash. at station four was a favorite. Slightly off-dry, its spicy nose and fruity texture went nicely with the lamb chops (I had seconds of both). Station five had a tasty red blend from Australia. The Rosemont GMS (Grenache-Mourvedre-Shiraz) Blend from the McLaren Vale sent me repeatedly back to the wild game table for more venison ravioli and smoked duck sausage. At station six, the Willamette Valley 2005 Pinot Gris

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was another wine that went well with most everything. My favorite was the shrimp au gratin. Mid-April, I made a return visit to the Springfield Grille in Boardman for a dinner featuring wines from the Australian premium wine collection provided by the Superior Beverage Group of Youngstown. Earlier this year, I had a chance to sample wines from this portfolio, and I can tell you they are all great textbook examples of what Australia can produce. The first course of grilled vegetable terrine was paired with the Rutherglen 2005 Estates Marsanne (70 percent)-Viognier (30 percent) blend from Victoria. This Rhone-like white with its fine-textured fruit flavors complemented the grilled vegetables and caramelized pears. The pad thai greens salad course was served with the Elderton 2006 Unwooded Chardonnay from Barossa. Its light classic Chardonnay fruit flavors went very nicely with the lime rice wine vinaigrette dressing. The third course of tenderloin carpaccio bouchee was matched to the Wishing Tree 2005 Shiraz from western Australia. The black fruit and berry flavors of this wine made the puff pastry entrée sing. The veal medallions on roasted garlic couscous and SEE WINE GUY, PAGE 34

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Restaurant Guide

Dining by Cuisine

AMERICAN A&W, Amen Corner, Applebee’s, Arthur Treacher’s, Avalon Inn, Barbara’s Cozy Corner, Barney’s Deli, Beat, Belly Buster, Bill’s Place, Blackstone Gourmet, Bloomingdale’s Point Restaurant, Blue Wolf, Boathouse, Bob Evans, Boston Market, Brew Basket Cafe, Brookfield Diner, (Brown Derby) Roadhouse, Bud’s Suds and Pub, Buffalo Wild Wings, C’s Waffle House, Cafe Olgun, Chapters Cafe, Charly’s, Chik-Fil-A, Chili’s, The Chophouse, Chuck E. Cheese, City Limits, Coconut Grove, Country Corner Cafe, Country Market, Covered Bridge Inn, Crispy Chicken, Cracker Barrel, Damon’s, Davidson’s, Downtown Draught House, Eat’n Park, Edie’s, Emerald Diner, Fifth Season, Frulati Cafe and Bakery, Frankie’s Main Street Cafe, Friday’s, Friendly’s, Friends Roastery, Garden Cafe, Gasoline Alley, Globe Restaurant, Golden Dawn, Golden Stallion, Grandma Ross’ Country Kitchen, Hickory Grille, Home Cooking, Hometown Buffet, Ice House Inn, Imperial Cafeteria, International House of Pancakes, Iron Bridge Inn, Isaly’s, Janos, Jay’s Famous Hot Dogs, Jillian’s, Jib Jab Hot Dog Shop, Johnny’s Fine Food and Spirits, Jolly Joe’s, Jorgine’s, ahunaville, the Korner, Kountry Kupboard, Lakeside, Lake Tavern, Landmark, Little Johnny’s, Log Cabin Inn, Lone Star, Longhorn, M&P Coney Island, MVR, McMenamy’s, Martini’s, Max and Erma’s, May’s State Line Diner, Mighty Moe’s, Mikeee’s, Mocha House, Molly’s, Monty’s, Montagu’s, Nancy’s Place, Nic’s First Light Cafe, Open Hearth, Original Roadhouse, Oscar’s, Outback Steakhouse, Overture, P&C Cafe, Page’s New Ages, Panera, Paul’s Place, Peaberry’s, Patrick’s Chophouse, Perkins, Philly’s All-American Cheese Steaks, Ponderosa, Popeye’s, Quaker Steak & Lube, Quiznos, Rachel’s, Raptis, Red Lobster, Roadhouse, Rockne’s, Royal Oaks, Ruby Tuesday, Salty Grog’s, Shakers Bar and Grille, Smokey Bones, Spinners, Spread Eagle Tavern, Springfield Grille, Station Square, Steak-n-Shake, Stockyard Market, Sunrise Inn, T.J.’s, Teddy’s, Three Sisters Cafe, Timberlanes, Times Square, Trax Lounge, Tully’s, Vernon’s Cafe, Vick and Syl’s Eatery, Wayside, Westfork, What’s Cookin’, Winston’s Tavern, Winslow’s Cafe, Wooden Angel, Wrangler’s Olde Country Restaurant, Yankee Kitchen, Young’s Restaurant, Youngstown Crab Co., Youngstown Sports Grille.

BARBECUE (Brown Derby) Roadhouse, Buena Vista, Charlie Staple’s, Damon’s, Eli’s Famous Barbecue, Garland’s, Hickory Rib, Longhorn Steakhouse, Ohio Pig House, Original Roadhouse, Royal Oaks, Quaker Steak & Lube, Smokey Bones, Tully’s, West Fork Steakhouse. BUFFET Asian Buffet, Grand Buffet (Chinese), China Garden Buffet, Country Market, Golden Corral, Great China Buffet, Hometown Buffet, International Buffet (Chinese), King’s Buffet (Chinese), Sunshine Buffet (Chinese). CAJUN/CREOLE Blue Wolf Tavern. CHINESE/ASIAN Asian Café, Asian Chao, Asian Garden, Chef Peng, China Buffet, China Express, China Garden, China Hing, China Wok, Chung Chinese, Dragon Palace, East Wind, Evergreen Chinese Takeout, Fortune Garden, Girard Wok, Golden Hunan, Grand Buffet, Great China Buffet, Great Wall, Harvest Buffet and Grille, House of China, Hunan Express, Hung Fung, Little Hunan, King’s Chinese Buffet, Main Loon, Main Moon, Mark Pi’s China Gate, Panda Garden, Sakura, Sunshine Chinese Buffet. COFFEE Barnes & Noble, Beat Coffeehouse, Bean Counter, Blue Wolf, Borders, Brew Basket Cafe, Chapters, Daily Grind, Downtown Coffee Café, French Street, Friends Roastery, Gloria Jean’s, Maggie’s Magic Muffins, Mocha House, Panera, Peaberry’s, Renee’s, Starbucks, Winslow’s Cafe. DELICATESSEN Barney’s, Beat, Bean Counter, Chapters, Downtown Coffee Cafe, French Street Cafe, Garden Cafe, Kravitz’s Delicatessen, Montagu’s, Newport Cafe, Old Precinct, Panera, Peaberry’s Cafe, R&R Village Gourmet, Sandwich Factory, Smaldino’s Sunrise Deli and Pizza, Spinners, Tastebuds, That’s a Wrap, Winslow’s Cafe. EASTERN EUROPEAN/SLOVAK Rip’s Café. FRENCH French Street Café, Renee’s, Selah. GERMAN R&R Gourmet, Youngstown Maennerchor. GREEK Buena Vista, Grecian Gourmet, Grecian Hut, Greek Place, Our Place, Raptis, Stephano’s. HUNGARIAN Paprika Cafe. IRISH County Maigh Eo. ITALIAN Café 422, Alberini’s, AngeNetta’s, Antenucci’s, Anthony’s on-the-River, Antone’s, Armando’s, Aulisio’s, Avalon Gardens, Bella Luna, Belleria, Boulevard Tavern, Brother’s Sub Shop, Bruno’s, Buena Vista, Caesar’s, Carmello’s, Café 422, Cafe Cimmento, Caffe Capri, Carchedi’s, Carmelo’s, Cesta’s Golden Gate, Combine Bros., Davidson’s, DeChellis Italian Cafe, Dilucia’s, Dino’s Italian Restaurant, Dirusso’s, Ezio’s, Enzo’s, Fazoli’s, Frulati, Gampetro’s, Gennaro’s, Geno’s, Golden Gate, Gonata’s, Inner Circle, Jimmy’s Famous Take Out, Joé, La Rocca’s, La Villa, Leo’s Ristorante, Little Peppino’s, Lucianno’s, MVR, Marino’s, Martini’s, Nicolinni’s, Old Precinct, Olive Garden, Papa Louie’s, Salvatore’s, Scarsella’s, Scacchetti’s, Smaldino’s, Station Square, Sunrise, Tomasino’s, Townhouse, Tuscany Square, Vernon’s Cafe, West Glen Italian

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JAPANESE Tokyo House, Sakura, Yamato. LEBANESE Aladdin’s, Cedar’s Cafe, Upstairs Lounge. MARTINI BAR Imbibe. MEXICAN Caballo Bayo, Cancun, Casa Fiesta, Casa Ramirez, Chipotle Mexican Grill, Don Pancho’s, El Carlos, El Rodeo, La Fiesta, Salsita’s.

SEAFOOD/FISH Boulevard Tavern, Café 422, Coconut Grove, Long John Silver’s, Steamers Stonewall Tavern, Red Lobster, Youngstown Crab Co. STEAK Alberini’s, Anthony’s on-the-River, Café 422, Chop House, Damon’s, Fifth Season, Lone Star, Longhorn, Oscar’s, Outback, Patrick’s Chophouse, Ponderosa, Quaker Steak & Lube, Rachel’s, Roadhouse, Scachetti’s, Springfield Grille, T.J.’s, Teddy’s, Timberlanes, Tully’s, Vernon’s Cafe, Winston’s, Wooden Angel. SUSHI Sakura Japanese Steakhouse and Sushi Bar, Yamato Japanese Restaurant. VEGAN Flaming Ice Cube. VIETNAMESE Cafe Azur, Yamato.

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Dining by Location

MAHONING COUNTY

AUSTINTOWN Angelea’s, Antone’s, BW-3, Bob Evans, Chapters Cafe, Charly’s, Cici’s, Crispy’s Chicken, Cocca’s Pizza, Cornersburg Pizza, Cosmo’s, Cracker Barrel, Daily Grind, Dino’s, Eat’n Park, Fast Eddie’s, Fifth Season, Gatsby, Ice House, Inner Circle, International Buffet, Iron Skillet, Jay’s, Little Hunan, Lucianno’s, Marino’s Italian Cafe, Nicolinni’s, O’Donald’s, Ohio Pig House, Original Roadhouse, Oven Fresh Pizza, Panera, Papa John’s, Ponderosa, Popeye’s, Rachel’s, Rotelli, Ruby Tuesday, Salsita’s, Salvatore’s, Sandwich Factory, Scacchetti’s, Smaldino’s, Starbucks, Sunrise Deli, Spinners, Trax Lounge, Upstairs, Wedgewood Fernando’s Pizza, West Gate Pizza, Winston’s. BERLIN CENTER Ben’s, G’s Pizza World. BOARDMAN A&W, Aladdin’s, Amendolara’, Antone’s, Applebee’s, Asian Chao, Belleria, Blackstone Gourmet, Blue Wolf, Boathouse, Bob Evans, Boston Market, Bruno’s, Buffalo Wild Wings, Café Azure, Caffé Capri, Carrabba’s Italian Grille, Charley’s Steakery, Chick-Fil-A, Chili’s, Chinatown, Cocca’s, Cornersburg Pizza, Denny’s, East of Chicago Pizza, Eat’n Park, Evergreen Chinese Takeout, Friday’s, Frulati’s, Gampetro’s, Gloria Jean’s, Grand Buffet, Great China Buffet, Grecian Gourmet, Greek Place, Gyro City, Harvest Buffet and Grille, Hometown Buffet, House of China, Inner Circle, International House of Pancakes, Jay’s Famous Hot Dogs, Jillian’s, Johnny’s, Jolly Joe’s, Landmark, Lone Star, Longhorn, M&P Coney Island, Main Moon, Mark Pi’s, Mocha House, Olive Garden, Oscar’s, Outback, Panda Garden, Panera, Papa John’s, Park Diner, Perkins, Philly’s, Quiznos, Red Lobster, Rockne’s, Rotelli, Salty Grog’s, Sandwich Factory, Scarsella’s, Scotto Pizza, Smokey Bones, Southgate, Springfield Grille, Spinners, Stagecoach, Starbucks, Steak-n-Shake, Steamers Stonewall Tavern, T.J.’s, That’s a Wrap, Townhouse, Uptown Pizza, What’s Cookin’, Wedgewood Pizza, Yankee Kitchen, Youngstown Sports Grille.

CAMPBELL City Limits, Gaetano’s, Jay’s, Main Moon, Nicky’s, Our Place, Oven Fresh Pizza. CANFIELD AngeNetta’s, Barney’s Deli, Belleria, Bob Evans, China Hing, Greenford Cupboard, Janos, Peaberry’s Cafe, Piccadilly Parlour, Pizza Joe’s, Oven Fresh Pizza, Quiznos, Renee’s, Stockyard, Young’s Restaurant.

COITSVILLE May’s, Sandy’s Diner. CORNERSBURG Belleria, Chung Chinese, Cornersburg Pizza, Davidson’s, Three Sisters Cafe.

LAKE MILTON El Carlos Mexican Restaurant, Napoli. LOWELLVILLE Carchedi’s, Geno’s, Gonata’s, Kenny’s. NEW MIDDLETOWN DeChellis Italian Cafe.

THE METRO MONTHLY MAY 2007 | www.metromonthly.net NORTH JACKSON Dino’s, Jab’s Pizza, the Korner, Wrangler’s Olde Country Restaurant.

NORTH LIMA Bloomingdale’s Point, Giuseppe’s. POLAND Chapters, Cornersburg Pizza, Ezio’s, Fireplace, Friendly’s, Inner Circle, La Rocca’s, Noble Roman’s, Point.

STRUTHERS Belleria, Brier Hill Pizza, China Garden, Elmton, Fat E’s Attic, La Villa, Rip’s Cafe, Sandwich World, Tangier, Vick and Syl’s Eatery, Selah.

YOUNGSTOWN (downtown) - Anthony’s on-the-River, Bean Counter, Beat, Buffalo Wild Wings, Cafe Cimmento, Cassese’s MVR, Cedar’s Cafe, Downtown Draught House, Inner Circle, Jay’s, Jorgine’s Deli, Martini’s, Mighty Moe’s, Old Precinct, Overture, Royal Oaks, Subway, Tomasino’s, University Pizzeria, Winslow’s Cafe, Youngstown Club.

EAST SIDE Bud’s, City Limits, Jay’s, Royal Oaks. NORTH SIDE Avalon Gardens, Beat Coffeehouse, Belleria Pizzeria, Bullpen Pizza, Cassese’s MVR, Charlie Staples, Garland’s Barbecue, Golden Dawn, Inner Circle, Jorgine’s Deli, MVR, Main Moon, Mighty Moe’s Sports Bar, Montagu’s, Pettway Diner, Pizza Joe’s, Subway, University Pizzeria, Walden’s Eat Shop, Winslow’s Cafe.

SOUTH SIDE Angelo’s, Boulevard Tavern, Crispy’s Chicken, Coconut Grove, Dragon Palace, East Wind, Evergreen Chinese, Irish Bob’s, Jolly Joe’s, Nancy’s Place, Oven Fresh Pizza, Point Cafe, Scarsella’s, Tokyo House, Utopia. WEST SIDE Bleggi’s Pizza, Casa Ramirez, County Maigh Eo, East of Chicago Pizza, Garden Cafe, Giachetta’s, Grandma Ross’ Country Kitchen, Inner Circle, Jay’s Famous Hot Dogs, Kirkmere Pizza, La Fiesta, Molly’s, Open Hearth, Palm Cafe, Paprika’s Café, Periscoop Submarine, Socciarelli’s, Youngstown Maennerchor.

YSU CAMPUS Beat Coffeehouse, Bullpen Pizza, Cassese’s MVR, Charlie Staples, Jorgine’s Deli, Inner Circle, Mighty Moe’s, Montagu’s, Peaberry’s, Subway, Taco Bell, University Pizzeria, Winslow’s.

COLUMBIANA COUNTY

COLUMBIANA Das Dutch Haus. HANOVERTON Spread Eagle Tavern. LISBON Patrick’s Chophouse. SALEM Friends Roastery, Hickory Rib, Timberlanes.

TRUMBULL COUNTY

BROOKFIELD Bellybuster, Brookfield Diner, Hilltop Pizza Shop, Papa Louie’s. CORTLAND Golden Stallion, Monty’s Mosquito Lake Carry-Out, Shiflet’s Delights.

GIRARD Amen Corner, Belleria at the Dome, Café Olgun, Girard Wok, Jib Jab Hot Dog Shop, Little Peppino’s, Mikeee’s, Scenna’s.

HOWLAND Bailey’s, Bella Luna Italian Cafe, Boston Market, Caballo Bayo, The Chophouse, French Street Café, Leo’s Ristorante, Main Moon, Perkins, R&R Gourmet Village, the Rig, Salvatore’s, Sunrise Express, Up a Creek.

HUBBARD Antenucci’s, Belleria, C’s Waffle House, Country Market, Downtown Coffee Café, Emerald Diner, Frankie’s Main Street Cafe, Jos. M. Biscotti’s, Paul’s Place, Main Moon, Tony’s Sandwich Shop, Wings Express.

KINSMAN Times Square Restaurant. LEAVITTSBURG Country Kupboard. LIBERTY Antone’s, Armando’s, Bob Evans, Cancun Mexican Restaurant, China Express, Denny’s, First Class Pizza, Fortune Garden, Golden Hunan, Joé, Inner Circle, Jimmy’s Famous Take Out, Kravitz’s Delicatessen, Page’s, Paisano’s, Perkins, Philly’s All-American Cheese Steaks, Shakers Bar and Grille, Station Square, Subway, Teddy’s, Uptown Pizza, West Fork Steakhouse, Youngstown Crab Co., Youngstown Pizza Co.

MASURY White Rose Spaghetti House. MINERAL RIDGE China Garden. NEWTON FALLS Brew Basket Cafe, Covered Bridge Inn, Oven Fresh, Sam’s. NILES Alberini’s, Applebee’s, Asian Chao, Aulisio’s, Bob Evans, Brothers Pizza, Buffalo Wild Wings, Charley’s Steakery, Chef Peng, China Wok, Chipoltle, Chuck E. Cheese, Damon’s, El Rodeo, Frankie’s, Gasoline Alley, International House of Pancakes, Kahunaville, Kenny’s Pizza, King’s Chinese Buffet, Lone Star, Main Loon, Manfredi’s, Maria’s, McMenamy’s, Max and Erma’s, Hometown Buffet, Olive Garden, Outback Steakhouse, Oven Fresh Pizza, Papa John’s, Philly’s All American Cheese Steak, Quiznos, Red Lobster, Risi Bros., (Brown Derby) Roadhouse, Robbins Pizza, Ruby Tuesday, Salvatore’s, Spinners Subs, Steak-nShake, Sunshine Chinese Buffet, Vernon’s Cafe. VIENNA Brothers, Diggins Airport Inn, Yankee Kitchen. WARREN Asian Café, Asian Garden, Belleria Pizzeria, Brothers Pizza, Buena Vista Cafe, Caesar’s, Café 422,

Carmelo’s, Carmen’s Pizza, Cesta’s Golden Gate, Chatn-Chew, Chung Chinese, Dilucia, East Wind, Eat’n Park, Eli’s Famous Barbecue, Enzo’s, Fiesta at the Waterworks, Golden Gate, Great Wall, Hot Dog Shoppe, Hung Lung Chinese Food, Imperial Cafeteria, Lakeside, Mahoning Valley Pizza, Mary M’s, Mocha House, Papa John’s, Panera Bread, Parkman Road Pizza, Perkins, Pizza Express of Warren, Pizza Joe’s, Pizza Works, Prince’s Pizza & Subs, Ridgeview Pizza, Sakura Japanese Steakhouse and Sushi Bar, Sandwich Factory, Saratoga, Sorrento Pizzeria, Stephano’s Diner, Sunrise Inn, Wayside.

WESTERN PENNSYLVANIA BEAVER Wooden Angel. BEAVER FALLS Guiseppe’s Tuscany Grille. CLARK Shark City Grill, Tara. FARRELL Basilone’s, C’s Waffle House. HERMITAGE Applebee’s, C’s Waffles, C.W. Dandy’s, Chiccarino’s, China Wok, Combine Bros., Denny’s, Eat’N Park, Four Star Pizza, Hermes Gyro Pizza Pasta and Sandwiches, Hickory Grille, Jai-Alai, Jess’, Panera Bread, Perkins, Pizza Hut, Ponderosa, Quaker Steak & Lube Express, Quiznos, Red Lobster, Ruby Tuesday, Starlite Lounge and Dining, Subway.

NEW CASTLE Alcham, Augustine’s Italian Village, B&B Charcoal Grille, Bill’s Sandwich Shop, Bingo’s Restaurant and Lounge, Brighton Hot Dog Shoppe, China Banquet, Coney Island, Crane Room Grille, Coverts Restaurant & Lounge, China Banquet Buffet, Chuck Tanner’s, Crane Room Bar & Grille, Deno’s, The Diner, East of Chicago Pizza Co., East Wind, Eat’n Park, Edward’s Restaurant and Lounge, Ellis Island Cafe D’art, Fifties Diner, Fleeger’s Soup Bowl, Four Star Pizza, Gallo’s Italian Villa, Great Wall, Hazel’s Restaurant, Heavenly Drive-In, Hill House, Hoss’ Steak House, Hudson Lunch, Italian Village, JJ’s Eatery, Jamie’s Arizona Grille, King Buffet, Little Johnny’s Pizza, Mama Maria’s Restaurant & Bakery, Mary’s Restaurant & Bakery, Mr. B’s, Mr. Pizza, M&P Coney Island, Mill Street Cafe, Mulligan’s, Nahla’s Middle Eastern Food Restaurant, New Bailey’s Diner, New Mandarin Inn, Pagley’s Pasta and More, Paradise Bar & Grille, Parkstown Lounge and Restaurant, Pepe & Mal’s, Pizza Joe’s, Pizzas by Marcelloni, Ponderosa, Post Office Lunch, Relics Main Street Cafe, Starwood Rib & Steak House, Swihart’s Harbor Landing, Theodorou’s Restaurant, Travelers Inn, Tuscany Square, Villa Banquet Center & Restaurant, Village Inn, Villanova Inn, Wise Guyz.

NEW WILMINGTON Elizabeth’s Feed Mill, Isaly’s, Prima, Tavern on the Square, Vine Street Feedmill. SHARON Billy’s Black and Gold Bar, Buhl Mansion, Chestnut Street Café, Coney Island Niko Lou’s, Echoes, Eli’s Famous Barbecue, Golden Chinese Buffet, Golden Lion, Inn 62, Main Moon, Marigold, Monte Cello’s, Nittany Pub and Grill, Phoenix, Pizza Joe’s, Quaker Steak & Lube, Rib Connection, Sharon Hotdog Shop, Side Pocket Cafe, Style’s, Tastebuds, Tony’s Pizza Kitchen, Tully’s, Wave Restaurant.

SHARPSVILLE Corral, Danny’s Bar & Grille, Lock Stock and Barrel, Muscarella’s Cafe Italia, Nancy’s Cozy Cafe, South Py Family Restaurant, Zappa’s.

WEST MIDDLESEX Hogan’s Heroes, Middlesex Diner, Pizzas by Marchelloni, Raddison.

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A&W, 680 Boardman-Canfield Road, Boardman; 330-7588901. Chain restaurant features A&W favorites like floats, sodas, burgers and fries, plus 50s-style car hops. L,D. ALADDIN’S, 7325 South Ave., Boardman; 330-629-6450. Features Middle Eastern and Lebanese cuisine. Includes chicken and beef entrees, salads, homemade soups, vegetarian dishes, wrapped sandwiches, organic coffees and teas, and freshly squeezed juices. ALBERINI’S, 1201 Youngstown-Warren Road, Niles; 330652-5895. It’s easy to understand why this landmark Italian restaurant is a destination. The pasta, steaks, seafood, service and award-winning wine cellar are exceptional. L,D. Full bar. Major credit cards. AMEN CORNER, 20 W. Main St., Girard; 330-545-5694. Bar/ restaurant with a sports bar atmosphere serves soups, salads, sandwiches, dinner entrees. Full bar. ANGENETTA’S CAFE AND BAKERY, 31 Cardinal Drive, Canfield; 330-533-6090. Features Italian cuisine. ANTENUCCI’S, 245 W. Liberty St., Hubbard; 330-5345789. Italian cuisine, including homemade pasta, soups, salads. ANTHONY’S ON-THE-RIVER, 15 Oak Hill Ave., Youngstown; 330-744-7888. Downtown Youngstown restaurant overlooking the Mahoning River serves

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American and Italian cuisine. L,D. Full bar. ANTONE’S, 4837 Mahoning Ave., Austintown; 330-7930707. 3551 Belmont Ave., Liberty; 759-1561. Local chain serves Italian and American cuisine. ANTONE’S PANINOS AND PASTA, 720 BoardmanCanfield Road, Boardman; 330-965-0333. Locally owned restaurant serves Italian-American cuisine. L,D. APPLEBEE’S, 904 Great East Plaza, Niles; 330-544-0780. 6691 South Ave., Boardman; 965-0460. This Kansasbased chain operates 1,600 “neighborhood” restaurants in 49 states. Serves dinner entrees, soups, salads, and appetizers. L,D seven days. ARMANDO’S, 3807 Belmont Ave., Liberty; 330-759-8989. The number of selections at this locally owned Italian restaurant is staggering. Selections include steaks, seafood, veal, pasta, chicken and more. MC,V. ARTHUR TREACHER’S. Various locations in the Youngstown-Warren area. Features its classic fish and chips, plus a number of other seafood selections. ASIAN CAFÉ, 2017 Elm Road, Warren; 330-372-7727. Features Chinese cuisine and some specialty dishes. ASIAN CHAO, Southern Park Mall, 7401 Market St., Boardman; 330-965-9859. Eastwood Mall; 505-1792. Asian cuisine with a fast-food presentation. ASIAN GARDEN, 470 Elm Road, Warren; 330-394-8317. Features Chinese cuisine. Dine in or carry out. L,D. AULISIO’S, 815 Youngstown-Warren, Niles; 330-652-6929. Italian and homestyle American food. B,L,D. Tuesday through Saturday. BARBARA’S COZY CORNER, 3671 McCartney Road, Campbell; 330-536-8999. Family-style. BARNEY’S DELI, 132 S. Broad St., Canfield; 330-533-7408. Locally-owned, independent restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, soup, salads, grillers, sandwich platters, traditional and contemporary deli sandwiches. BEAT COFFEEHOUSE, 215 Lincoln Ave., Youngstown; 330-743-4227. Independent coffeehouse near the YSU campus features specialty coffees, salads, sandwiches, and baked goods. B,L,D. Monday through Saturday. BELLA LUNA ITALIAN CAFE, 1913 Niles-Cortland Road, Howland; 330-856-7200. Italian cuisine. L,D. Seven days. BELLY BUSTER,6949 Warren-Sharon Road,Brookfield; 330448-2145. Features 25 varieties of sub sandwiches. BEN’S RESTAURANT AND BAR, 17729 Akron-Canfield Road,Berlin Center;330-547-7633.Longtime independent specializes in steaks, entrees and seafood. BLACKSTONE GOURMET, 6810 Market St., Boardman; 330-726-5900. Boardman eatery prepares gourmet and standard food in a carry-out format. Serves beer and wine. L,D. Monday through Saturday. BLOOMINGDALE’S POINT RESTAURANT, 9835 South Ave., North Lima; 330-549-5445. Features homecooked meals and daily specials. Seven days. BLUE WOLF TAVERN, 1295 Fawn Plaza/Boardman-Poland Road, Boardman; 330-726-8137. Boardman restaurant serves Italian, Southwestern, Mediterranean and American cuisine and offers a bake shop and cafe in an adjoining area. L,D. Full bar. THE BOATHOUSE, 7323 South Ave., Boardman; 330-7265606. Locally-owned, independent restaurant features Italian and American cuisine. Full bar. BOB EVANS. Ohio-based chain offers Sunday-style dinners and farm-style breakfasts. On the breakfast side: omelets, egg-and-breakfast-meat combinations, plus country favorites like buttermilk biscuits, sausage gravy and flapjacks. For dinner, it’s a mixture of new and old: classic turkey dinners share the spotlight with grilled fish, stir fries and other contemporary fare. B,L,D. BOSTON MARKET, 435 Boardman-Poland Road, Boardman; 330-726-4006. 1977 Niles-Cortland Road, Howland; 330-544-5101. Features homestyle dinners and accompanying sides, deli-style sandwiches, desserts and soft drinks. L,D. Dine in or carry out. BOULEVARD TAVERN, 3503 Southern Blvd.,Youngstown; 330-788-0931. Landmark restaurant serves ItalianAmerican. On Friday, there’s a popular fish fry. Photos of old Youngstown complement a comfortable setting. A Youngstown institution. Full bar. L,D Monday-Saturday. BREW BASKET CAFE, 44 W. Broad St., Newton Falls; 330872-7144. Deli-style food. Specializes in coffee drinks, treas, panini sandwiches, salads. B,L. Monday though Saturday. BROOKFIELD DINER, 524 state Route 7, Brookfield; 330448-2838. Family-style eatery serves dinner entrees, sandwiches, soups, salads and breakfast. B,L,D. BROTHER’S SUB SHOP, 710 E. Market St., Warren; 330393-4111. Locally-owned, independent serves pizza, sandwiches, salads, and various sides. L,D. Seven days. (BROWN DERBY) ROADHOUSE, 1231 Youngstown Road, Niles; 505-9881. Features wood fire grilled steaks, chicken, burgers and seafood. Butcher paper tablecloths give the restaurant an informal air. MC,V,AE,D. Full bar. BRUNO’S, 1984 Boardman-Poland Road, Boardman; 330757-0840. Locally-owned restaurant offers Italian-style cuisine. B,L,D. Major credit cards. BUD’S PUB AND SUBS, 28 Jacobs Road, Youngstown;

330-740-2837. Locally owned restaurant/bar may be tucked beside the Lincoln Knolls Plaza, but the regulars know where to find it. Comfort food, plus sandwiches, soups, and sides. Nice bar/restaurant atmosphere. BUENA VISTA CAFÉ, 1305 Buena Vista, Warren; 330-3724493. Uncle Nick’s Greek fried chicken is the restaurant’s claim to fame. Casual eatery features Italian, ribs, pizza and various dinner entrees. Open seven days. Full bar. BUFFALO WILD WINGS, Stambaugh Building, downtown Youngstown; 330-744-2999. Southern Park Mall, Boardman; 726-1313. 950 Great East Plaza, Niles; 5052999; 6000 Mahoning Ave., Austintown; 330-779-0201. Features a casual sports-bar atmosphere, complete with TVs, trivia, burgers, wings and 20 beers on tap. Full bar. BULLPEN PIZZA, 115 E. Rayen Ave., Youngstown; 330743-8912. Serves several varieties of pizza. 10 a.m.-10 p.m., Monday through Saturday. C’S WAFFLE HOUSE, 920 W. Liberty St., Hubbard; 330534-7631. Family style cooking. B,L,D. CABALLO BAYO, 8220 E. Market St., Howland; 330-8568115. Locally-owned restaurant in the Howland Plaza features authentic Mexican cuisine. L,D. Full bar. CAESAR’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT, 2801 W. Market,Warren; 330-898-1555. Italian-American. L,D seven days. CAFÉ 422, 4422 Youngstown Road, Warren; 330-369-2422. Landmark Italian restaurant offers signature dishes like eggplant parmesean and homemade pasta, plus steaks, seafood and chicken. L,D. Full bar. MC,V,AE,D. CAFE AZUR, 4150 Market St., Boardman; 330-783-5500. Restaurant inside Shelton-Mathews serves bistro-style cuisine for lunch and dinner with an emphasis on organic and vegetarian Vietnamese items. Lunch Tuesday through Saturday from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. and dinner from 5:30-9:30 p.m. All major credit cards. CAFÉ CIMMENTO, 120 E. Boardman St., downtown Youngstown; 330-740-0166. Features Italian cuisine. Open Monday through Saturday. Full bar. B,L,D. MC,V. CAFÉ OLGUN, 9 W. Liberty St., Girard; 330-545-6015. Homestyle meals in a diner-style atmosphere. B,L. CAFFE CAPRI, 8000 Market St., Boardman; 330-726-9900. Features upscale Italian cuisine, soups, salads, appetizers and sandwiches. One of the restaurant’s calling cards is Mama Q’s memorable red sauce over homemade pasta. L,D. Full bar. Major credit cards. CAFFE DARS, 7 Lisbon St., Canfield; 330-702-0820. Darlene and John Morris are the proprietors of this cafe, which is sited on the Canfield Village Green. The eatery features sandwiches, soups, salads, homemade biscotti, wedding soup and coffees. L. Monday through Saturday. CANCUN MEXICAN RESTAURANT, Belmont at I-80, Liberty; 330-759-3301. Mexican cuisine. Seven days. CARCHEDI’S, 30 E. Water St., Lowellville; 330-536-8128. Features homestyle Italian food in a casual atmosphere. L,D Monday through Saturday. CARMELO’S, 2635 Youngstown Road, Warren; 330-3696262. Italian, pizza, and steaks. Seven days. MC,V,GB. CASA RAMIREZ, 1578 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown; 330-792-9920. Family-owned restaurant features Mexican cuisine in a casual setting. L,D Monday through Saturday. CASSESE’S MVR, 410 N. Walnut St., Youngstown; 330746-7067. Italian-American cuisine. Specialties include homemade soups and sauces. L,D Monday through Saturday. Full bar. All major credit cards. CEDAR’S CAFÉ & LOUNGE, 131 W. Commerce St., Youngstown; 330-743-6560. Features American and Mediterranean cuisine. B,L,D, Monday through Saturday. Full bar. V,MC,AE. CESTA’S GOLDEN GATE, 2186 Parkman Road, Warren; 330-399-8971. Features Italian-American cuisine. CHAPTERS CAFE, 311 S. Main St., Poland; 330-707-9860. 600 Raccoon Road, Austintown; 330-793-7408. Deli-style restaurant in the Poland and Austintown branches of the Public Library features specialty coffees and teas, soups, salads, and sandwiches, plus a fine selection of homemade desserts and pastries. CHARLY’S FAMILY RESTAURANT BY MR. B., 4455 Kirk Road, Austintown, 330-799-5569. Family-style food. CHARLEY’S STEAKERY, 7401 Market St., Boardman; 330726-7171. 5555 Youngstown Warren Road, Niles; 330544-3300. Columbus-based chain features grilled steak and chicken, fresh-cut french fries and soft drinks. CHAT-N-CHEW, 2600 W. Market St., Warren; 330-898-7940. Family-style cooking in a casual atmosphere. B,L,D. CHEF PENG CHINESE RESTAURANT, 517 N. Main St., Niles; 330-544-8132. Specialties include General Tso’s chicken, sesame chicken, chicken fried rice and fresh egg rolls. L,D. Monday though Saturday. V,MC,D. CHESTNUT STREET CAFÉ, 23 Chestnut St., Sharon, Pa.; 724-346-1414. Restaurant with a pub-style atmosphere features appetizers, dinner entrees, sandwiches, soups, and various sides. L,D. Full bar. MC,V,D,AE. CHICK-FIL-A, 1051 Boardman-Poland Road, Boardman; 330-726-7205. Southern Park Mall, Boardman, 7587391. Founded in 1967, the restaurant credits itself for offering the first boneless chicken breast sandwich in the country and also publicizes its decision to be closed

THE METRO MONTHLY MAY 2007 | www.metromonthly.net on Sundays. CHILI’S GRILL AND BAR, 7403 Market St., Boardman; 330758-4117. Casual, pub-style atmosphere and signature items like baby back ribs. L,D seven days. MC,V,D. CHINA BUFFET, 1739 S. Raccoon Road, Austintown; 330797-8763. Chinese food in a buffet format. CHINA EXPRESS, 2899 Belmont Ave., Liberty; 330-7593022. Asian cuisine. Dine in and carry out. CHINA GARDEN, 3971 State Route 46, Mineral Ridge; 330505-1188. Chinese cuisine. Dine in, carry out. CHINA GARDEN, 1010 5th St., Struthers; 330-750-9818. Chinese cuisine. Eat-in, carry out. L,D. CHINA HING, 423 E. Main St., Canfield; 330- 533-8989. Asian cuisine. Eat-in, carry out. CHINA WOK, 39 Vienna, Niles; 330-544-6969. Chinese cuisine. Dine in, carry out. CHINATOWN, 8600 Glenwood Ave., Boardman; 330-9659818. Chinese cuisine. L,D. CHIPOTLE MEXICAN GRILL, 1922 Niles-Cortland Road SE, Niles; 330-544-9256. This 450 restaurant chain features fresh, made-to-order gourmet burritos and tacos. THE CHOPHOUSE, 9519 E. Market St., Warren; 330-8562121. Upscale Howland restaurant at the Avalon In offers steaks, seafood, chops, chicken, various dinner entrees, appetizers and salads. Features a comprehensive wine list and a children’s menu. Full bar. MC,V,AE,D. CHUCK E. CHEESE, 521 Boardman-Poland Road, Boardman; 330-629-9929. 2082 Niles-Cortland Road SE, Niles; 652-0740. Kid-friendly chain restaurant offers sandwiches, salads, appetizers, and a signature pizza. CHUNG CHINESE RESTAURANT, 2020 North Road, Warren; 330-652-7277. 3145 Canfield Road, Cornersburg; 797-8223. Chinese cuisine. Dine-in, carry out. CICI’S PIZZA, 463 Boardman-Poland Road, Boardman; 330-629-8890; 1920 Niles-Cortland Road, Niles; 330544-5880. Texas-based pizza chain operates over 560 locations in 26 states. Features a pizza buffet with 16 varieties of pizza, pasta, salads and desserts. CITY LIMITS RESTAURANT, 3038 McCartney Road, Youngstown; 330-746-4026. B,L,D. Mom-and-pop restaurant serves Italian and American cuisine. Homemade soups, daily specials. Seven days. COMBINE BROS., Routes 18 and 518, Hermitage, Pa.; 724-983-1057. Independent, family-owned restaurant features modern Italian. Salads, pasta, sandwiches, appetizers, soups, etc. The restaurant’s signature homemade rolls are light, yeasty and the size of a baseball softball. L,D. Full bar. Major credit cards. CONEY ISLAND, 930 Boardman-Poland Road, Boardman; 330-758-3650. Hot dogs. COUNTRY CORNER CAFÉ, 4551 Mahoning Ave., Champion; 330-847-7100. Serves American-style food with a smattering of Italian dishes like chicken and veal parmeseans. Daily specials. Seven days. COUNTRY MARKET, 2226 N. Main St., Hubbard; 330-5344856. Restaurant and buffet in the Flying B complex serves family-style meals. Seven days, 24 hours. B,L,D. COUNTY MAIGH EO, 706 Steel St., Youngstown; 330-7927077. Irish pub and restaurant serves traditional fare, including shepherd’s pie, corned beef and cabbage, and grilled reubens. In addition, the restaurant serves burgers, fried sides, soups and salads. COVERED BRIDGE INN, 22 W. Broad St., Newton Falls; 330-872-5556. American cuisine, including steaks, chops, seafood, sandwiches and appetizers. B,L,D. Seven days. COYOACAN MEXICAN GRILL, 1393 Boardman-Canfield Road, Boardman; 330-758-5768. Mexican restaurant offers ala carte burritos and tacos in an assembly-line format. Patrons select among chicken, beef, pork and vegetarian bases and build their sandwiches with a number of freshly prepared ingredients. L,D. V,MC,AE. CRACKER BARREL OLD COUNTRY STORE, 5600 Interstate Blvd., Austintown; 330-652-7227.This Lebanon, Tenn.-based chain has 535 restaurants in 41 states. Serves country-style food and features a gift shop selling country items. B,L,D. Seven days. Major credit cards. CRISPY CHICKEN, 5188 Youngstown-Poland Road, Struthers; 330-750-6199. 1651 S. Raccoon Road, Austintown; 330-799-6099. Chicken. CRYSTAL ROOM, Route 18 and I-80, West Middlesex, Pa.; 724-528-2501. Restaurant inside the Radisson serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Specialties include steaks and pasta. Full bar. All major credit cards. DAILY GRIND, 1412 S. Raccoon Road, Austintown; 330799-JAVA. Specialty coffees, light sandwiches, teas, hot chocolate, soups and desserts. B,L,D. V,MC,D. DAS DUTCH HAUS, 14895 South Ave., Columbiana; 330482-2236. Features Amish-style food and desserts. DAVIDSON’S RESTAURANT, 3636 Canfield Road, Cornersburg; 330-793-0033. Italian-American. Specialties include fish and prime rib. B,L,D. Seven days. MC,V,D. DICKEY’S, 27 N. Meridian Road, Youngstown; 330-7990058. Serves hand-made burgers and homemade specials. Full bar. V, MC, AE. DIGGIN’S AIRPORT INN, 1749 Youngstown-Kingsville Road, Vienna; 330-394-2099. Family-style meals. B,L,D. Serves fish dinners on Friday. DILUCIA’S, 2610 Elm Road, Warren; 330-372-3813. Serves

homestyle lunch and dinner. MC,V. DINO’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT AND PIZZA, 10941 Mahoning Ave., North Jackson; 330-538-2263. Locally owned restaurant serves Italian-American food. B,L,D. DOWNTOWN COFFEE CAFE, 29 N. Main St., Hubbard; 330-534-1199. Downtown Hubbard cafe serves dinner entrees, soups, salads, sandwiches, specialty coffees, desserts and breakfast. B,L,D. Seven days. DOWNTOWN DRAUGHT HOUSE, 219 W. Federal St., Youngstown; 330-746-9722. Serves burgers, pasta, soups, salads. L Monday through Friday. Full bar. DRAGON PALACE, 3501 South Ave., Youngstown; 330788-2949. Chinese cuisine. EAST WIND, 2841 Market St., Youngstown; 330-782-4516. 865 Elm Road, Warren; 395-7117. Restaurant in the Uptown serves Chinese cuisine. Eat-in or carry out. EAT’N PARK, 8049 Market, Boardman; 330-758-1307. 2057 Wal-Mart Drive, Warren; 372-6610; 5459 Mahoning Ave., Austintown; 779-0411. Pittsburgh-based chain offers a contemporary take on classic diner fare with breakfast and lunch buffets and a full-service menu. B,L,D. EDIE’S, 2033 Elm Road, Warren; 330-372-3062. Homestyle. B,L,D Monday through Saturday. EL RODEO, 5400 Youngstown-Warren Road, Niles; 330505-1093. Authentic Mexican cuisine. Features a great number of entrees, including chicken, beef, seafood, pork, and vegetarian selections. The food is excellent – with just the right amount of fire. L,D. ELI’S FAMOUS BAR-B-QUE, 4284 New Road, Austintown; 330-270-2503. 1407 Niles Road, Warren; 330-369-5457. Locally owned barbecue restaurant serves ribs, chicken and fish, along with greens, candied yams, cornbread and southern treats like sweet potato pie and homemade pound cake. L,D. THE ELMTON, 584 5th St., Struthers; 330-755-8511. Landmark Struthers bar/restaurant features an exceptional broasted chicken, broasted potato spears and a distinctive, one-of-a-kind pizza. To see the Elmton in all it’s glory, visit in the fall after a Struthers football game. Features a family-friendly dining room and a bar area packed with hometown regulars. L,D seven days. EMERALD DINER, 825 N. Main St., Hubbard; 330-534-1441. This gleaming, stainless steel Art Deco diner provides a nice retro setting for contemporary reinterpretations of classic diner fare. The restaurant features dinner entrees, sandwiches, soups, salads, breakfasts and desserts. B,L,D Monday through Saturday. ENZO’S, 2918 Elm Road, Warren; 330-372-3314. Italian, seafood, sandwiches, steaks, and pizza. L,D. Tuesday through Saturday. MC,V,AE,D. EVERGREEN CHINESE TAKEOUT, 1393 BoardmanCanfield Road, Boardman; 330-758-8848. Chinese. FIFTH SEASON, 7098 Mahoning Ave., Austintown; 330799-3483. Restaurant on Meander Reservoir specializes in steaks, chops and seafood, soups, salads and sandwiches. Full bar. Major credit cards. FIREPLACE, 2075 E. Western Reserve Road, Poland; 330-757-4042. Longtime restaurant/bar serves ItalianAmerican cuisine. Full bar. Live music on weekends. FLAMING ICE CUBE, 1449 Boardman-Canfield Road, Canfield; 330-726-4766. The area’s only truly vegan cafe features vegetable wraps, burritos, pita pockets, salads, sandwiches, appetizers and dinner entrees. The eatery also offers a coffee and juice bar. Seven days. FORTUNE GARDEN, 4245 Belmont Ave., Youngstown, 330-743-6688. Restaurant near I-80 offers Hunan and Szechuan-style Chinese cuisine. FRANKIE’S MAIN STREET CAFE, 368 N. Main St., Hubbard; 330-534-9064. Bar/restaurant serves ribs, steaks, seafood, burgers, dinner entrees and various sides. Tuesday through Sunday. Full bar. FRENCH STREET CAFÉ, 1195 Niles-Cortland Road, Howland; 330-609-5100. French pastries, cakes, breads, soups, deli-style sandwiches, wraps and specialty coffee drinks and teas. B,L,D. Monday through Saturday. FRIDAY’S, 7165 Tiffany Blvd., Boardman; 330-629-2600. This Texas-based chain operates 924 restaurants in 47 states and 54 countries. Seafood, steaks, salads, pasta, appetizers, and southwestern specialties. Full bar. FRIENDLY’S, 3 McKinley Way, West, Poland; 330-757-8915. This Massachusetts-based chain has 530 full-service restaurants across the eastern United States. Offers soups, dinner entrees, sandwiches, salads and a number of classic ice cream and soda fountain treats. FRIENDS ROASTERY, 474 E. State St., Salem; 330-3376962. Independent coffeee house restaurant features made-from-scratch sandwiches, baked goods, specialty coffees and teas. Coffee beans are roasted in-house. B,L,D. Monday through Friday, B,L. Saturday and Sunday. G.’S GOLDEN GATE, 2186 Parkman Road, Warren; 330399-8971. Features Italian-American food. GAMPETRO’S, 7332 Southern Blvd., Boardman; 330-7584618. Italian, American and Southern-style food. GARDEN CAFE, 123 McKinley Ave., Youngstown; 330740-7116. Restaurant at Fellows Riverside Gardens serves sandwiches, salads and soups. L. Tuesday through Sunday. Closed Monday.

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www.metromonthly.net | THE METRO MONTHLY MAY 2007 GARLAND’S BARBECUE, 520 Belmont, Youngstown; 330746-9461. Southern-style chicken, ribs, and fish. THE GATSBY, 54 Westchester Drive, Austintown; 330793-6299. Pasta, ribs, seafood, chops. Full bar. B,L,D seven days. GENO’S RESTAURANT, 224 E. Water St., Lowellville; 330536-9009. Italian. GIRARD WOK, 44 W. Liberty, Girard; 330-545-4221. Chinese. Dine in/carry out. L,D Monday through Saturday. GLOBE RESTAURANT, 6965 Truck World Blvd., Hubbard; 330-534-9725. Lunch and dinner selections, truckerhearty breakfasts and a Sunday buffet. B,L,D. GOLDEN DAWN, 1245 Logan Ave., Youngstown; 330746-0393. Neighborhood bar and North Side institution serves sandwiches, dinners, and a unique pizza. B,L,D Monday through Saturday. GOLDEN GATE, 2186 Parkman, Warren; 330-399-8971. GOLDEN HUNAN, 3111 Belmont Ave., Liberty; 330759-7197. Serves Hunan/Szechuan cuisine. Features a Chinese buffet on Friday, L,D. Seven days. GOLDEN STALLION, 111 Market St., Cortland; 638-8837. L,D Monday through Saturday. GRANDMA ROSS’ COUNTRY KITCHEN, 569 S. Meridian Road, Youngstown; 330-793-4255. Homestyle cooking. GRAND BUFFET CHINESE RESTAURANT, 7690 Market St., Boardman; 330-629-8887. Chinese buffet with a large amount of menu items. Specializes in Cantonese, Szechuan and Hunan cuisine. L,D. Seven days. GREAT CHINA BUFFET, 463 Boardman-Poland Road, Boardman; 330-965-9222. Features a Chinese buffet. GREAT WALL, 2662 Mahoning Ave., Warren; 330-392-5008. Chinese cuisine. L,D. GRECIAN GOURMET, 1235 Boardman-Canfield Road, Boardman; 330-758-9692. Features Greek specialties and pastries. L,D Monday through Saturday. GREEK PLACE, 7401 Market St., Boardman; 330-726-7625. Features Greek specialties. GREENFORD CUPBOARD, 11975 Lisbon Road, Canfield; 330-533-9847. GYRO CITY & GRILL, Southern Park Mall, 7401 Market St., Boardman; 330-629-8090. Located in the food court at the Southern Park Mall. HICKORY GRILLE, 1645 N. Hermitage Road, Hermitage; 724-962-1775. The Hickory Bar and Grille is another holding in the regional chain that owns three Springfield Grille properties, the Log Cabin Inn (Harmony, Pa.), Rachel’s Roadhouse (Mercer, Pa.) and the Iron Bridge Inn (Mercer, Pa.) Beef, chicken, seafood, pasta, sandwiches, soups, salads, and appetizers. L,D. Full bar. HICKORY RIB, 377 S. Ellsworth Ave., Salem; 330-3323330. Serves Texas-style barbecue. Full bar. L,D Tuesday through Saturday. Accepts all major credit cards. HOLIDAY INN METROPLEX (TEDDY’S), 1620 Motor Inn Drive, Liberty; 330-759-0606. Restaurant in the Holiday Inn serves steaks, chicken, various entrees. B,L,D. HOMETOWN BUFFET, 5555 Youngstown-Warren Road, Niles; 652-5752. This 360-location, Minnesota-based chain was founded in 1983 as Old Country Buffet. An update of the classic smorgasbord. Seven days. HOT DOG SHOPPE, 740 W. Market, Warren; 330-395-7057. West Side eatery serves coneys, sandwiches, shakes and a larger portion of french fries known as “family fries.” A Warren institution – just ask any Trumbull native. HOUSE OF CHINA, Boardman Plaza, Boardman; 330-7582307. Cantonese and Mandarin-style Chinese cuisine. ICE HOUSE INN, Webb Road at Route 46, Austintown; 330-544-8800. Sandwiches, fish, chicken, spaghetti and entrees. L,D seven days. IMPERIAL CAFETERIA, 1860 Elm Road, Warren; 330-3727600. Family-style food. B,L. INNER CIRCLE PIZZA, 4520 Mahoning Ave., Austintown; 330-793-3819; 3570 Belmont Ave., Liberty; 759-7896. 2715 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown; 799-7809. 318 Elm St., Youngstown; 330-744-5448; 1816 BoardmanPoland Road, Poland; 757-3719. Locally owned pizzeria/ restaurant/bar serves pizza, wings, Italian specialties, sandwiches, soups and salads. Full bar. INTERNATIONAL HOUSE OF PANCAKES, 833 BoardmanPoland Road, Boardman; 330-758-8505; 1980 NilesCortland Road, Niles; 330-505-9480. B,L,D. JAY’S FAMOUS HOT DOGS, Various locations in the area. Serves coneys, fries, gyros and various sides. JIB JAB HOT DOG SHOP, 313 S. State St., Girard; 330-5451129. Sandwiches, soups and sides. JILLIAN’S, 7401 Market St. (Southern Park Mall), Boardman; 330-629-8556. American. L,D. Full bar. JOÉ RESTAURANT, 2921 Belmont, Liberty; 330-7598890. Italian cuisine. Features chicken, beef, fish, pasta, sandwiches, soups and salads. V,MC. JOHNNY’S, 7807 Market St., Boardman; 330-758-8262. Contemporary American cuisine. JORGINE’S DELI AND CATERING, 17 N. Champion St. (YMCA building), Youngstown; 330-743-0920. Features home-style meals, salads, appetizers and soups. B,L,D. Monday through Friday. V, MC,D. KING SUPER BUFFET CHINESE RESTAURANT, 5703 Mines Road, Niles; 330-544-8238. Serves Chinese-

American cuisine in a buffet format. L,D. Seven days. THE KORNER, 9177 Mahoning Ave., North Jackson; 330538-9963. Family-style cooking. KOUNTRY KUPBOARD, 6152 W. Market, Leavittsburg; 330-898-7797. Diner-style food. B,L,D. 24 hours. KRAVITZ’S DELICATESSEN, 3135 Belmont Ave., Liberty; 330-759-7889. Longtime delicatessen (since 1939) serves deli sandwiches, soups, baked goods. B,L,D. LA FIESTA, 1801 Midland Ave.,Youngstown; 330-793-3967. Authentic Mexican. D, Wednesday through Saturday; L Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. Full bar. LAKESIDE RESTAURANT, 238 W. Main St., Warren; 330637-8817. Family-style. LAKE TAVERN, 6071 state Route 46, Cortland; 330-6371971. Serves a complete menu, including appetizers, salads, soups, sandwiches and specialties of the house. The tavern also stocks an extensive selection of beer and wine. Monday through Saturday. LANDMARK RESTAURANT, 7424 Market St., Boardman; 330-965-6199. Family-style cooking. LA ROCCA’S PIZZA & PASTA, 6505 Clingan, Poland; 330757-1212. Italian, pasta, chicken and seafood. LA VILLA SPORTS BAR AND GRILLE, 812 YoungstownPoland, Struthers; 330-755-8744. Italian-American wigs, burgers and various sides. Monday through Saturday. LEO’S RISTORANTE, 7042 E. Market, Howland; 330-8565291. Upscale restaurant features modern Italian cuisine: beef, chicken, veal, pasta, Italian greens, pizza, and various sides. L,D Monday through Saturday. LITTLE HUNAN, 4748 Mahoning Ave., Austintown; 330792-4411. Chinese. L,D daily. LITTLE JOHNNY’S LUNCHTIME CAFE, 187 W. Market St., Warren; 369-2233. Italian restaurant on Courthouse Square serves homemade specials. V,D,MC. LONE STAR STEAKHOUSE, 1738 Boardman-Poland, Boardman; 330-757-7133. Eastwood Mall, Niles; 5447000. Steakhouse features steaks, seafood, burgers, chicken, soups, salads and appetizers. LONGHORN STEAKHOUSE, 953 Boardman-Poland Road, Boardman; 330-729-9730. Serves steaks, ribs, chicken, salmon, soups, salads, sandwiches. Full bar. LOS GALLOS MEXICAN RESTAURANT, 685 BoardmanCanfield Road. Boardman; 330- Full service restaurant/ steakhouse serves Mexican food. Dine in or carry out. Delivery available. Seven days. LUCIANNO’S, 1732 S. Raccoon Road, Austintown; 330792-5975. Italian-American. M&P CONEY ISLAND, 930 Boardman-Poland Road, Boardman; 758-3650. 2700 Elm, Warren; 330-372-9250. MR. R.’S FOOD CARRY-OUT, 2727 Youngstown Road, Warren; 330-369-4370. Italian, pizza, chicken, parmeseans, etc. L,D Tuesday through Sunday. MAGGIE’S MAGIC MUFFIN HOUSE, 7932 Southern Blvd., Boardman; 330-965-7400. Locally-owned cafe serves muffins, sandwiches and specialty coffee drinks. B,L. MAIN LOON RESTAURANT, 26 Youngstown-Warren Road, Niles; 330-652-9682. Chinese. MAIN MOON, 8218 E. Market, Howland; 330-856-9388. 607 W. Liberty, Hubbard; 534-8880. 671 McCartney, Campbell; 746-0008. 1760 Belmont, Youngstown. Chinese. L,D. MARTINI’S, 100 Federal Plaza East (City Center One), downtown Youngstown; 330-742-9463. Serves dinner entrees, steaks, seafood, daily specials, salads, appetizers. Located in the basement of City Center One. Full bar. L,D. MARK PI’S CHINA GATE, 60 Boardman-Poland, Boardman; 330-758-8639. Chinese cuisine. MARY M.’S, 2940 Parkman Road, Warren; 330-898-3846. B,L,D. Family-style cooking. MAX & ERMA’S, 5792 Youngstown-Warren Road, Niles; 330-544-4447. Pub-style cuisine. Full bar. McMENAMY’S, 325 Youngstown-Warren Road, Niles; 330544-1732. Serves specials, dinner entrees, soups, salads, sandwiches, appetizers. Full bar. MIGHTY MOE’S SPORTS RESTAURANT, 315 Elm St., Youngstown; 330-742-9292. Off-campus eatery near YSU serves appetizers, salads, soup, chili, specialty pita sandwiches and wraps, hot and cold sandwiches, American, Italian, Middle Eastern and vegetarian dinners, pizza, wings, sandwiches, smoothies, and various breakfast specials. B,L,D. Monday through Saturday. MIKEEE’S, 30 N. State St., Girard; 330-545-6431. Girard tavern has a sports bar atmosphere, but it family friendly too. A recent expansion added a second floor dining area and sheltered patio. Served dinner entrees, burgers, sandwiches, appetizers, and daily specials. Full bar. MOCHA HOUSE, 467 High St., Warren; 330-392-3020; 7141 Tiffany Blvd., Boardman; 965-0890. Locally owned restaurant/cafe serves specialty coffee drinks, teas, desserts (pastries, cheesecake, pies, layer cakes), lunch/ dinner, soups, sandwiches, salads. B,L,D seven days. MOLLY’S, 1309 Salt Springs Road, Youngstown; 330-7990038. Italian, burgers, wings, chicken, sandwiches. L,D. MONTY’S, 1241 Greenville, Cortland; 330-638-5598. Sandwiches, dinner entrees, various sides. Seven days. NANCY’S PLACE, 3650 Shady Run Road,Youngstown; 330788-6441. Italian, chicken, wings, sandwiches, soups. NIC’S FIRST LIGHT CAFE AND SPECIALTY CATERING,

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THE METRO MONTHLY MAY 2007 | www.metromonthly.net 407 South Main St., Niles; 330-652-9149. Downtown Niles restaurant serves breakfast, brunch and lunch. The restaurant serves beer-battered fish on Friday. NICOLINNI’S, 1912 S. Raccoon Road, Austintown; 330-7998294. Serves Italian-American cuisine. Tuesday through Saturday. All major credit cards. NODAY’S PIZZA & DELI, 5229 Mahoning Ave., Austintown; 330-792-5822. Italian-American food in a deli-style presentation. Hot and cold items. Carryout. O’DONALD’S IRISH PUB & GRILLE, 2774 Youngstown Road,Warren; 330-369-3800. 6000 Mahoning, Austintown; 330-270-2800. Serves steak, lamb and fish. OHIO PIG HOUSE BBQ, 7 N. Edgehill Ave., Austintown; 330-797-1456. OLD PRECINCT, 32 N. Phelps St., downtown Youngstown; 330-743-9699. Downtown eatery serves sandwiches and dinner specials. Delivery available in the downtown. Open Monday through Friday. Full bar. B,L,D. MC,V,D. OLIVE GARDEN, 853 Boardman-Poland Road, Boardman; 330-726-8380. 5740 Youngstown-Warren Road, Niles; 652-2014. Italian, seafood and salads. ORIGINAL ROADHOUSE, 920 N. Canfield-Niles Road, Austintown, 330-544-3990. Independent local restaurant serves barbecued ribs and chicken, sandwiches, soups, salads and appetizers. OSCAR’S, 1315 Boardman-Canfield Road, Boardman; 330-965-0800. Boardman restaurant features upscale dining. Full bar. MC,V,D,AE. OUR PLACE, 725 McCartney Road, Campbell; 330-7437954. Locally owned restaurant serves Greek and American food. B,L,D Monday through Saturday. OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE, 7000 Tiffany Blvd., Boardman; 330-629-2775. 5553 Youngstown Road, Niles; 544-6774. Tampa-based steakhouse chain serves steaks, beef, ribs, seafood and pasta. Major credit cards. D seven days. OVERTURE, DeYor Performing Arts Center, 260 W. Federal St., downtown Youngstown; 330-743-8062. Restaurant sited at Powers Auditorium features seasonal cuisine in a fine dining presentation. Jeff Chrystal is chef and owner. L,D. Major credit cards. PANDA GARDEN, 5122 Market, Boardman; 330-788-1202. Chinese cuisine. Eat in or carry out. PANERA BREAD, 5533 Mahoning Ave., Austintown; 330-259-0078. 377 Boardman-Poland Road, Boardman; 330-965-9997. 3641 Elm Road NE, Warren; 330-372-3390. Missouri-based chain operates 825 bakery/restaurants in 35 states. Sandwiches, muffins, breads, soups, salads and desserts. B,L,D. Seven days. MC, V. PAPRIKA CAFE, 2626 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown; 330799-2105. This Hungarian restaurant and deli features lunch and dinner. Selections include chicken paprikas, pork and sauerkraut, stuffed peppers, stuffed cabbage, beef and dumplings, cabbage and noodles, and various tortes, cookies and pastries. 11 a.m.-8 p.m. daily. PATRICK’S CHOPHOUSE, 42087 state Route 154, Lisbon; 330-420-0978. Specialties of the house include large cuts of meat and seafood. Full bar. Tuesday through Saturday. MC,V, AE. PAUL’S PLACE, 862 N. Main St., Hubbard; 330-534-9096. Eatery serves burgers, pizza, wings and various sides. PEABERRY’S CAFE, Kilcawley Center, YSU, Youngstown. Campus eatery serves specialty coffee drinks, pastries, sandwiches and appetizers. L. Monday through Friday. PEABERRY’S CAFE, 4350 Boardman-Canfield Road, Canfield; 330-702-9230. Cafe serves pastries, sandwiches, specialty coffee drinks and teas. PERISCOOP SUBMARINE, 3101 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown; 330-793-9162. Submarine sandwiches and various sides. A full-service bar adjoins the restaurant. PERKINS FAMILY RESTAURANTS. The 494-unit chain, which operates in 34 states and five Canadian provinces, offers family-style fare, a children’s and senior’s menu, salads and desserts. B,L,D. Open 24 hours. PETTWAY DINER, 1005 Belmont Ave., Youngstown; 330-743-4545. Locally owned and operated restaurant features Southern-style comfort food. B,L,D. PHILLY’S ALL AMERICAN CHEESE STEAK, 8414 Market St., Boardman; 330-758-8100. 5555 Youngstown-Warren Road, Niles; 330-505 2345. Philly cheesesteaks. PICCADILLY PARLOUR, 114 S. Broad St., Canfield; 330-5334749. Victorian-style tea room serves sandwiches, salads, various luncheon items and a variety of teas. L. PIZZA EXPRESS OF WARREN, 1960 Elm Road,Warren; 330372-2040. Pizza, subs, calzones, salads and appetizers. 11 a.m.-9 p.m., Monday through Thursday; 11 a.m.-10 p.m, Friday and Saturday. MC,V. PONDEROSA, 4626 Mahoning Ave., Austintown, 330-7999100.This Dallas-based steakhouse chain was founded in 1965 in Kokomo, Ind. The eatery features steak, chicken, sandwiches, seafood, and charbroiled and deep-fried items. Austintown offers a salad-bar buffet. QUAKER STEAK AND LUBE, 101 Chestnut St., Sharon, Pa.; 724-981-WING. 7530 Market St., Boardman; 330-7266620. Locally-owned chain serves wings, sandwiches, appetizers and burgers. Full bar. QUIZNOS, 440 Boardman-Poland Road, Boardman; 330-758-8455. 7105 Lockwood Blvd., Canfield; 330-965-

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2466. 1968 E. State St., Hermitage; 724-342-6150; 2488 Niles-Cortland Road, Howland; 330-544-6565. Denverbased chain operates over 3,000 restaurants worldwide. Features toasted sub sandwiches (steak, turkey, chicken, beef and vegetarian), plus salads and soups. L,D. R&R GOURMET VILLAGE & DELI, 8024 E. Market St., Warren; 330-856-1176. Locally owned independent serves European and German cuisine, deli-style sandwiches, soups, baked goods, and sides. RACHEL’S, 3657 Mahoning, Austintown; 330-799-1700. Steaks, seafood, chops, salads and appetizers. Full bar. RAPTIS FAMILY RESTAURANT, 1939 Niles-Cortland Road, Warren; 330-856-3237. Serves American food with some Greek specialties on the menu. B,L,D. RED LOBSTER, 1410 Boardman-Poland Road, Boardman; 330-758-0979. 5701 Youngstown-Warren Road, Niles; 544-1321. Specialties include a number of fish selections (grilled, roasted and fried), shrimp, soups, salads and appetizers. L,D. Seven days. Full bar. RIP’S CAFÉ, 614 Youngstown-Poland Road, Struthers; 330-755-0057. Slovak cuisine. ROCKNE’S PUB, 1497 Boardman-Canfield Road, Boardman; 330-629-9730. Entrees, sandwiches, pasta, soups and salads. Full bar. Seven days. ROLY POLY SANDWICHES, 714 Boardman-Canfield Road, Boardman; 330-726-5704. Specializes in wrapped sandwiches: chicken, turkey, beef, pork, seafood and vegetarian. Soups and various sides are also available. ROTELLI PIZZA AND PASTA, 6540 South Ave., Boardman; 330-758-1914. 5553 Mahoning Ave., Austintown; 330270-8349. Features Italian cuisine, including pizza, pasta, calzones, salads and wraps. ROYAL OAKS, 924 Oak St., Youngstown; 330-744-5501. Locally owned and operated restaurant/bar serves wood-smoked barbecue ribs, chicken and pork; wings; soups; salads; sandwiches; and appetizers. L,D. Full bar. RUBY TUESDAY, 5555 Mahoning Ave., Austintown; 330-779-3640. Dinner entrees, soups, salads, pasta, sandwiches. Full bar. SALSITA’S, 5495 Clarkins Drive, Austintown; 330-270-9133. 3031 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown; 330-270-9133. Serves Mexican cuisine. L,D. Seven days. Full bar. SALVATORE’S, 8720 E. Market St., Howland; 330-609-7777. 4831 Mahoning Ave., Austintown; 330-799-2285. Locally owned and operated restaurant serves Italian-American cuisine, including pasta, sandwiches, soups and salads. SCACCHETTI’S ITALIAN STEAKHOUSE, 3781 Mahoning Ave., Austintown; 330-799-1316. Locally owned restaurant serves char-broiled steaks, burgers, pasta, soups, salads and appetizers. L,D. SCARSELLA’S, 4151 Market St., Youngstown; 330-7880806. Family-owned, independent serves Italian cuisine. Features homemade and regular pasta, Italian specialties and an Italian-style fish on Friday. The restaurant’s red sauce is among the best in the area. L,D. MC, V, AE. SELAH, 130 S. Bridge St., Struthers; 330-755-2759. Bistro-style menu specializes in French-American food. Specialties include Selah Chicken and vegetable pasta. Features on in-house bakery. L,D. Major credit cards. SMOKEY BONES BBQ, 6651 South Ave., Boardman; 330965-1554. Chain serves hickory-smoked barbecue. L,D. SPINNERS SUB SHOP, 815 Youngstown-Warren Road, Niles; 330-505-0500. 1295 Boardman-Canfield Road, Boardman; 726-1736. Subs in a variety of styles, including traditional Italian, turkey, beef, and chicken, etc. SPREAD EAGLE TAVERN, 10150 Plymouth, Hanoverton; 330-223-1583. Regional and American. L,D. Monday through Sunday. MC, V, D. SPRINGFIELD GRILLE, 7413 Tiffany South, Boardman; 330-726-0895. 1226 Perry Highway (Rt. 19), Mercer, Pa.; 724-748-3589. Regional chain features steaks, chops, seafood, soups, salads and sides in a clubby, neoVictorian atmosphere. L,D. Full bar. (CHARLIE) STAPLES ORIGINAL FAMOUS BAR-B-Q RESTAURANT, 372 W. Rayen Ave., Youngstown; 330-7437427. Charlie Staples moved to the corner of Belmont and Rayen where the longtime restaurateur retooled and upgraded his restaurant. Although the wrought iron and furnishings suggest New Orleans, the signature barbecue is pure Youngstown. Monday through Saturday. STARBUCKS, Boardman-Poland Road at Tiffany South, Boardman; 330-726-0300. I-80 at State Route 46, Austintown. Eastwood Mall, 5555 Youngstown-Warren Road, Niles. Seattle-based coffee chain features specialty coffee drinks, teas, pastries, cookies, and baked goods. STATION SQUARE, 4250 Belmont Ave., Liberty; 330-7598802. Locally owned independent serves Italian and American cuisine. Feature daily specials, pasta, salads, soups, and dinner entrees. L,D daily. Full bar. MV, V, AE. STEAMERS STONEWALL TAVERN, 10078 Market St., North Lima; 330-549-9041. Locally-owned, independent restaurant serves steaks, seafood, pasta, sandwiches, burgers, appetizers and desserts. Full bar. STEAK-N-SHAKE, 6786 Applewood Blvd., Boardman; 330-965-0753. 5555 Youngstown-Warren Road, Niles; 330-505-3599. This 430-unit, Indianapolis-based chain serves steakburgers, shakes and soda fountain items plus salads and melts. B,L,D. Open 24 hours. STEPHANO’S DINER, 2723 Elm Road, Warren; 330-3721252. Home-style and Greek. B,L,D. Seven days.

STOCKYARD MARKET, 483 Main St., Canfield; 330-5334442. Serves American cuisine. Specialties include fresh seafood (flown in), imported pastas, and certified Angus beef. L,D. Seven days. Major credit cards. SUNRISE EXPRESS, 132 Niles-Cortland Road, Howland; 330-609-7474. Carryout pizza, wings and sandwiches. SUNRISE INN, 510 E. Market St., Warren; 330-392-5176. Longtime Warren restaurant serves Italian-American food. Also features deep-dish, Chicago-style, Sicilian and sheet pizza varieties. Dine in or carry out. Full bar. B,L,D. SUNSHINE CHINESE BUFFET, 1212 Youngstown-Warren Road, Niles; 330-505-1488. Chinese cuisine in a buffet. T.J.’S, 7410 South Ave., Boardman; 330-726-1611. Soups, salads, sandwiches, entrees. B,L,D seven days. TEDDY’S, Metroplex, 1600 Motor Inn Drive, Liberty; 330759-0606. Steaks, seafood, pasta. V,MC,D,DC,AE. THAT’S A WRAP AND PIZZA CAFE, 343 BoardmanCanfield Road; 330-726-0011. Serves wrapped sandwiches, soups, salads, pizza and various sides. THREE SISTERS CAFE, 3649 Canfield Road, Cornersburg; 330-793-7835. Sandwiches, salads, hot food. B,L,D. Unlimited delivery area: $10 minimum. V,MC,AE. TIMBERLANES, 544 E. Pershing, Salem; 330-337-9572. Steaks, seafood, chicken, beef. TOKYO HOUSE, 1907 South Ave., Youngstown; 330-7472231. Japanese steakhouse. D Monday through Saturday. TRAX LOUNGE, 4250 New Road, Austintown; 330-7992249. Entrees, sandwiches, soups, salads and sides. TULLY’S STEAKHOUSE, 101 Chestnut St., Sharon, Pa.; 724981-3123. Steaks, seafood and various sides. TUSCANY SQUARE RISTORANTE, 3470 Wilmington Road, New Castle; 724-654-0365. Items include a number of pasta dishes; chicken and veal; barbecued ribs; a grilled steak; barbecue chicken; and pizzas and sandwiches made in a large wood-fired oven. Tuesday through Sunday. UNIVERSITY PIZZERIA AND ITALIAN EATERY, 133 Lincoln Ave., Youngstown; 330-743-9244. Off-campus eatery serves Italian specialties and pizza, salads, soups, and coffee drinks Monday through Saturday. Full bar. UPSTAIRS LOUNGE, 4500 Mahoning, Austintown; 330-7935577. Lebanese-American. Mondays feature Middle Eastern, but the menu also includes grilled salmon, steaks and pasta. L,D Monday through Saturday. MC, V, AE. VASILIO’S RESTAURANT AND PIZZERIA, 500 Trumbull Ave., Cortland; 330--638-3718. Serves Italian-American and some Greek foods. Signature items include veal, eggplant, and pizza with homemade dough and sauce. L, D Monday through Saturday. VERNON’S CAFÉ, 720 Youngstown-Warren Road, Niles; 330-652-1381. Italian cuisine. Full bar. L,D. WALDEN’S EAT SHOP, 610 Belmont Ave., Youngstown; 330-746-1955. Serves Southern style comfort food. WESTFORK STEAKHOUSE, 3850 Belmont Ave., Liberty; 330-759-8666. Casual dining: beef, chicken, ribs, etc. WEST GLEN ITALIAN EATERY, 8600 Glenwood Ave., Boardman; 330-758-2388. Serves Italian-American food. 11 a.m.- 1 a.m., Monday through Saturday. MC, V. WHAT’S COOKIN’, 6007 South Ave., Boardman; 330-7261622. B,L,D. Homestyle cooking. WINSLOW’S CAFE, Butler Institute of American Art, 524 Wick Ave., Youngstown; 330-746-8600. Locally owned restaurant serves deli sandwiches, salads, coffees and teas, pastries and baked goods. B,L,D. Open seven days. WINSTON’S TAVERN, 870 N. Canfield-Niles Road, Austintown; 330-544-2378. Restaurant in the Best Western Inn serves Italian-American, steaks, seafood, and sandwiches. D. Monday through Saturday. Full bar. WOODEN ANGEL, Leopard Lane, Beaver, Pa.; 724-7747880. Upscale restaurant/cafe/wine and cocktail bar serves contemporary American and regional cuisine. The wait staff is knowledgeable, well-trained and efficient. L,D Tuesday through Friday; D Saturday, Full bar, extensive selection of wines. Major credit cards. WRANGLER’S OLDE COUNTRY RESTAURANT, 106 N. Salem-Warren Road, North Jackson; 330-538-2275. Local independent serves homestyle meals. B,L,D. YANKEE KITCHEN, 6635 Market St., Boardman; 330726-1300. 484 Youngstown-Kingsville Road, Vienna; 394-1116. Family-owned independent serves homestyle breakfasts, omelets, burgers, entrees, and arguably the best home fries in the area. B,L,D. Seven days. YIA YIA’S KITCHEN, 464 S. Broad St., Canfield; 330-5336366. Features homemade Greek food and pastries, including gyros, baklava and lamb dinners. YOUNGSTOWN CRAB CO., 3917 Belmont Ave., Liberty; 330-759-5480. Locally owned restaurant serves seafood, soups, salads, sandwiches and entrees. D. Full bar. YOUNGSTOWN MAENNERCHOR, 831 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown; 330-746-9322. German-American cuisine. YOUNGSTOWN PIZZA CO., 3225 Belmont Ave., Liberty; 330-759-9000. Traditional brick oven pizzeria serves pizza, salads, sub, wings and stromboli. YOUNGSTOWN SPORTS GRILLE, 7463 South Ave., Boardman; 330-758-7043. Specialties include a chickenand-greens sandwich and loaded bacon ranch fries. L,D. Seven days. Full bar. Major credit cards. © 2007 The Metro Monthly. All rights reserved.

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MayCalendar of Events TUESDAY 1 Young @ Heart — Who Am I? Public Library, Austintown branch, 600 S. Raccoon, Austintown; 330792-6982. Teens in grades 7-12 are invited to figure out who celebrities are from pictures of their younger years. Prizes will be awarded. The contest is held during library hours through the month of May. Solve the Mystery Location of Ready-to-Read Raccoon, Public Library, Austintown branch, 600 S. Raccoon, Austintown; 330-792-6982. Identify where in Austintown different pictures of Ready-to-Read Raccoon were photographed to be eligible for a prize. For children in grades K-6. The contest is held during library hours through the month of May. School’s (Almost) Out for the Summer! Public Library, Canfield Branch, 43 W. Main St., Canfield; 330533-5631; Sebring Branch, 195 W. Ohio Ave., Sebring; 330-938-6119. Enter to win a prize that can be used during the summer break. For teens in grades 7-12. The contest is held during library hours through the month of May. It’s Mom’s Day...Every Day! West branch, 2815 Mahoning, Youngstown; 330-799-7171; Public Library, Boardman Branch, 7680 Glenwood Ave., Boardman; 330-758-1414; Public Library, South Branch, 1771 Market St., Youngstown; 330-747-6424; Public Library, East Branch, 6 N. Jackson St., Youngstown; 330-7442790. Enter mom’s name to win a whole year of reading. One lucky mom will be selected to receive a magazine subscription selected by a librarian. For teens in grades 7-12. Participants may apply during library hours through May 12. Bulb Sale, Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek MetroParks, Youngstown; 330-740-7116. Add alliums, tulips, narcissus, crocus and hyacinths to your home garden. Place your order for bulbs to be picked up and planted in the fall. Order forms are available at the Gardens through June 15. Trim a Tree For May, Public Library, Springfield Branch, 10719 Main St., Springfield; 330-542-2715;

‘Frederick Douglas and the AntiSlavery Movement in the West‘: May 8 at Youngstown’s Main Library.

‘Vicki Lawrence and Mama’: Friday, May 11 at Stambaugh Auditorium in Youngstown.

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John Davidson: May 9 at Packard Poland Branch, 311 S. Main, Poland; 330-757-1852. Decorate an ornament for an all-seasons tree. For children of all ages. The event will run during library hours through the month of May. Name That Number! Public Library, East Branch, 6 N. Jackson St.,Youngstown; 330-744-2790; Public Library, South Branch, 1771 Market St., Youngstown; 330-7476424; Public Library, West branch, 2815 Mahoning, Youngstown; 330-799-7171. Guess the number of items in the jar. Closest guess wins a prize. For those

Sinbad: May 12 at Powers Auditorium in grades 4-6. The contest runs during library hours through the month of May. Gotta Guess?! Tween Contest, Public Library, Poland Branch, 311 S. Main, Poland; 330-757-1852; Springfield Branch, 10719 Main St., Springfield; 330-542-2715. Guess the number of items in the jar. The contest those in grades 4-6, and it runs through May 15, during library hours. Yoga in the Gardens, Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek MetroParks, Youngstown; 330-740-7116. Learn

the basics of energizing yoga movements taught by Heidi Suraci. Call Fellows to register. Sessions occur again May 8 and 29. 8:30-10 a.m. (beginner level), 5:30-7 p.m. $10 each session. Performance: Morgen of Avalon, Public Library, Poland Branch, 311 S. Main, Poland; 330-757-1852. Writer and director Carol Weakland will perform her one-woman play based on the legends of King Arthur and told exclusively from Morgen’s viewpoint. 9:30 a.m. Coffee and Contemplation Series: Choose Life, Villa Maria Community Center, Pa.; for more information or to register, call 724-964-8920, ext. 3241. This is a monthly series that focuses on a variety of spiritual and holistic topics that include time for reflection and discussion. Advanced registration is required. 9:30-11:30 a.m. $11.75 (program and lunch), $5 (program only). Weekly: Baby Brilliant — Tales for Toddlers, Public Library, Canfield Branch, 43 W. Main St., Canfield; 330533-5631. Stories and more for children ages 2-3 with an adult. The group meets each Tuesday of the month. 10 a.m. Weekly: Baby Brilliant — Tales for Toddlers, Public Library, Poland Branch, 311 S. Main, Poland; 330-7571852. Stories and more for children ages 2-3 with an adult. Call to sign up. The group meets each Tuesday. 10 a.m. Computer Classes: Beginning Internet, Computer Lab, McKinley Birthplace, 40 N. Main, Niles; 330-6521704, ext. 212. Call to register. 10-11:30 a.m. Weekly Children’s Programs: Wee-Time, Children’s Museum of the Valley, 139 Boardman St., Youngstown; 330-744-5914 or visit www.vallykids.org. Call for registration information. The group meets each Tuesday with various presentations. 10:15 a.m. Weekly: Storytime, McKinley Memorial Auditorium, McKinley Memorial Library, 40 N. Main St., Niles; 330652-1704, ext. 214. For children of all ages. Children will enjoy stories, crafts, rhymes and a treat. Registration is not required. 10:30 a.m. Free. Bi-monthly: Adult Bible Study, Steel Valley Community Outreach, 2616 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown; 330-782-5499. Lighthouse Outreach Ministry and Cornersburg Baptist Church host this weekly adult Bible study class. Meetings occur the first and third Tuesday of the month. 11:30 a.m. Free. Weekly: Job Training Information, Mahoning Senior Center, 1110 Fifth Ave., Youngstown; 330-782-0978. A representative from Senior Employment Center will be on hand every Tuesday. 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Monthly: Lupus Support Group, YWCA, 25 W. Rayen Ave., Youngstown; for more information call 330-7466361. The group usually meets the first Tuesday of the month. Noon. Free. Hospice of the Valley’s Monthly Support Lunch, Good Hope Evangelical Lutheran Church, intersection of Market Street and Route 165, North Lima; for more information call Hospice of the Valley at 330-788-1992 or 1-800-640-5180. Come for the chance to socialize with others who understand grief. Supportive friends and fellow grievers are also welcome to attend. Bring a casserole, a take-out dish or dessert to share. Noon-2 p.m. Weekly: Come and Join the Fun, Public Library, Poland Branch, 311 S. Main, Poland; 330-757-1852. Stories and more for children ages 4-5. The group meets each Tuesday this month. 1 p.m. Weekly: Come and Join the Fun, Public Library, Canfield Branch, 43 W. Main St., Canfield; 330-533-5631. Stories and more for children ages 4-5. The group meets each Tuesday this month. 1:30 p.m. Weekly Children’s Programs: Live Animals, Children’s Museum of the Valley, 139 Boardman St., Youngstown; 330-744-5914 or visit www.vallykids. org. Call for registration information. The group meets

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each Tuesday. 1:30 p.m. Basic Computers Computer Class, Computer Lab, McKinley Birthplace, 40 N. Main, Niles; 330-652-1704, ext. 212. Call to register. 2-4 p.m. Auditions: Homework Express, television studio on second floor of Bliss Hall, YSU Campus, One University Plaza, Youngstown; for additional information visit www.homeworkexpress.org.The show, which features educational material, is seeking to build a racially diverse team of teachers to help kids learn math and are inviting middle through high school math teachers to audition for a spot on the show. The show runs on the local public access channels on Time Warner Cable and Armstrong Cable. Auditions will be held again Thursday, May 3. 5:15-6:15 p.m. Shakespear’s Garden, Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek MetroParks, Youngstown; 330-740-7116. Shakespear’s plays and sonnets have inspired many gardeners. Gordon Vujevic will describe plants from literature and discuss how they have been used in gardens. Participants will receive “Shakespearean Pansies” to plant. Call to register. 6:30-8:30 p.m. $11 (not registered), $8 (registered). Weekly: Y-Dance, The Youngstown Mannaerchor, 831 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown; 330-533-7059. The lessons take place every Tuesday of the month. 6:45 p.m. (Beginners lessons), 7:20 p.m. (Intermediate), 8 p.m. (Open Dance). $8 (non members), $5 (members). Weekly: Canfield Community Band, Canfield High School, 100 Cardinal Dr., Canfield; 330-5423313. Anyone who plays an instrument is welcome. Rehearsals are held every Tuesday. 7 p.m. Weekly: D.A.R.E. Dance Lessons, Judy Conti’s, Wedgewood Plaza, Austintown; for more information call 330-757-1440, 330-729-00127 or 330-7933-1484. D.A.R.E. is a singles group for divorced, widowed or separated people. Dance lessons are held every Tuesday. Call for information. 7 p.m. $5. Weekly: Dance Lessons, Judy Conti Dance Studio, Wedgewood Plaza, Austintown; 330-727-6312 or 330-788-7474. Swing, cha-cha, and waltz lessons will be featured every Tuesday and Wednesday. 7-8 p.m. or 8-9 p.m. Call for admission information. Weekly: Middle Age & Renaissance Interest Group, Beeghly Center, Room 329, YSU, One University Plaza, Youngstown; 330-542-2635. Sponsored by the Society for Creative Anachronism, the group meets every Tuesday. For more information, call or visit the group’s Web site at www.rivenvale.org. 7-9 p.m. Free. Baseball: Cleveland Indians, Jacob’s Field, 2401 Ontario St., Cleveland.; 216-420-4200. 7:05 p.m. $46-7. Baseball: Pittsburgh Pirates, PNC Park, 115 Federal St., Pittsburgh, Pa.; 412-323-5000. 7:05 p.m. $110-9. Weekly: Pilates Classes, Jones Academy, Suite 6, Churchill Square Plaza, 4531 Belmont Ave.. 330-7591386. The class meets each Tuesday of the month. 7:30-8:30 p.m. $10 (per class), $45 (5 class card), $90 (10 class card). Weekly: Stephen Foster Chorus of Warren Rehearsal, SCOPE Center, 220 W. Market St., Warren; 330-652-5739. This group meets every Tuesday to practice and perform four-part male harmony vocals. All area men are invited to participate. 7:30 p.m. Free. Weekly: The Harvey Toady Show, Time Warner Cable Channel 15 (Warren area); 330-506-3688. This locally produced comedy show airs every Tuesday and Thursday on cable access television. 10:30 p.m.

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Baby Brilliant — Time for Babies and Books, Public Library, Poland Branch, 311 S. Main, Poland; 330-7571852. Books, songs, rhymes and more for children ages 6-23 months with an adult. 10 a.m. Weekly: Baby Brilliant — Tales for Toddlers, Public Library, Boardman Branch, 7680 Glenwood Ave., Boardman; 330-758-1414. Stories and more for children ages 2-3 with an adult.The group meets every wednesday of the month. Call to sign up. 10 a.m. Weekly: Baby Brilliant — Tales for Toddlers, Public Library, Austintown branch, 600 S. Raccoon, Austintown; 330-792-6982. Stories and more for children ages 2-3 with an adult. The group meets every Wednesday of the month. Call to sign up. 10 or 11 a.m. Weekly: StoryTime, Girard Free Library, 105 E. Prospect St., Girard; 330-545-2508. Story time for children ages 3-6. The group meets each Wednesday of the month. 10:30 a.m.

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‘Celebrity Story Time with WYTV’s Angee Shaker’: May 9 a the Brownlee Woods branch of the Public Library. Weekly Children’s Programs: Live Animals, Children’s Museum of the Valley, 139 Boardman St., Youngstown; 330-744-5914 or visit www.vallykids. org. Call for registration information. The group meets each Wednesday. 11:30 a.m. Music at Noon, Butler Institute of American Art, 524 Wick Ave.,Youngstown; for more information call Dana School of Music at 330-941-3636 or visit www.fpa.ysu. edu. Featuring New Music Society. 12:15 p.m. Free. Baseball: Pittsburgh Pirates, PNC Park, 115 Federal St., Pittsburgh, Pa.; 412-323-5000. 12:35 p.m. $110-9. Weekly: Come and Join the Fun, Public Library, Boardman Branch, 7680 Glenwood Ave., Boardman; 330-758-1414. Stories for children ages 4-5. The group meets every Wednesday. 1 p.m. Weekly: Come and Join the Fun, Public Library, Austintown branch, 600 S. Raccoon, Austintown; 330792-6982. Stories and more for children ages 4-5. The group meets each Wednesday this month. 1:30 p.m. Weekly Children’s Programs: Story Time, Children’s Museum of the Valley, 139 Boardman St., Youngstown; 330-744-5914 or visit www.vallykids.org. Call for registration information. The group meets each Wednesday with various presentations. 1:30 p.m. Diabetes Day Class Series, 9 East, Room 905, Trumbull Memorial Hospital, 1350 E. Market St, Warren; for more information call 330-841-9689. These classes are designed to introduce and/or enhance basic diabetes management skills. This class runs through May 3. The class is held again May 4 and 5. A physician referral is required. Call to register. 2-3 p.m. WIT/Power of Drumming, Mr. Anthony’s Banquet Center, 7440 South Ave., Boardman; to register call 330-480-3151 or 1-877-700-4647. Patricia A. Evans-Morris, LPCC, LICDC, NCC, SAP, will be presented “Rhythm to Heal, to Learn, and Balance Emotions.” 5-7 p.m. $15. Wick Neighbors, Inc. Fourth Annual Meeting and Dinner, Chevrolet Centre, 229 East Front St., Youngstown; 330-746-5600. For more information or to register visit www.wickneighbors.org. 5:30 p.m. (social hour), 6:30 p.m. (dinner). Annual Night of Original Opera, Ford Family Recital, Edward W. Powers Auditorium, 260 Federal Plaza West, downtown Youngstown; for more information call SMARTS at 330-941-2787. This year’s company “Kids by the River Opera Company” has created two brief operas: “The Princess Fiesta: Revenge of the Muffin Man,” by grades 1-4, and “Mysterious Hawkeye: Child Defender,” by grades 5-12. 6 p.m. $1. Book Chat, Clayman Community Room, McKinley Birthplace Home, 40 N. Main St., Niles; 330-652-1704, ext. 212. The group is for those interested in various types of books (fiction, non fiction and more). Any adult is invited to join the group that will discuss “The Children’s Blizzard” by David Laskin. Call to register. 6:30 p.m. Teen Advisory Board, Public Library, Boardman Branch, 7680 Glenwood Ave., Boardman; 330-7581414. The group meets the first Wednesday of the month and is for teens in grades 7-12. 6:30 p.m. Book Discussion Group, Girard Free Library, 105 E. Prospect St., Girard; 330-545-2508. Call to register dial extension 22 or 11. This month’s title is “The Greatest Generation” by Tom Brokaw. 6:30 p.m. Monthly: Come Journey With Us, St. Charles Church,

Boardman; for more information or to register call 330-841-5440. A bereavement support group that meets the first Wednesday. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Bi-monthly: Girard Community Band, Girard High School, 31 N. Ward Ave., Girard; 330-539-1453. Anyone who plays an instrument is welcome to join. Rehearsals are the first and third Wednesday of the month. 7 p.m. Weekly: Dance Lessons, Judy Conti Dance Studio, Wedgewood Plaza, Austintown; 330-727-6312 or 330-788-7474. Swing, cha-cha, and waltz lessons will be featured every Tuesday and Wednesday. 7-8 p.m. or 8-9 p.m. Call for admission information. Weekly: Cortland Community Band, Cortland Middle School; for more information call Pat at 330652-2424 or visit www.cortlandcommunityband. org. Musicians Welcome.The group meets each Wednesday. 7-9 p.m. Baseball: Cleveland Indians, Jacob’s Field, 2401 Ontario St., Cleveland.; 216-420-4200. 7:05 p.m. $46-7. Men’s and Women’s Choruses Concert, Wallace Memorial Chapel, Westminster College, New Wilmington, Pa.; for more information call 724-9467270. Sponsored by the Music Department. 7:30 p.m. Free. Weekly: Y-town Pride Meeting, Unitarian Church, 1105 Elm St., Youngstown; for more information call Tom at 330-793-5154.Y-Pride is a social support group that meets every Wednesday. 7:30-9 p.m. Weekly: Sounds of Square County Chorus, Trinity Lutheran Church, 56 N. Chestnut, Niles; for more information call Terry at 330-544-0242 or Doris at 330-544-2252. This group meets each Wednesday to practice four-part barbershop harmony. Meetings are open to females age 11-years-old and older. 8 p.m.

MUSIC AT NIGHTSPOT Avalon Gardens, John Reese Trio. 6 p.m. B & O Station, Shade, Donora. Cedar’s, Open Stage with the Company. Oscar’s. Tommy Chris. 7:30 p.m. Winston’s Tavern, Live Jazz.

THURSDAY 3 Care Package Collection for Soldiers in Iraq and Afghanistan, Peacock Lane (formerly Victorian Peacock), 18 South Main St., Columbiana; for more information call 330-482-0278 or e-mail siembidac@yahoo.com. The drive will take place through May 6 during business hours. Soldiers are in need of personal hygiene products, healthy snacks and reading material. Cash donations will also be accepted to cover the cost of postage and for additional supplies. The National Day of Prayer Morning Observance, Fifth Avenue Community Church, 1361 5th Ave., Youngstown; to confirm participation call Linda Daniels at 330-788-1291 or Alice Marshall at 330783-5701. 7-8 a.m. Weekly: Yoga in the Gardens, Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek MetroParks,Youngstown; 330-7407116. Learn the basics of energizing yoga movements taught by Heidi Suraci. Call Fellows Riverside Gardens to register. Sessions occur again May 10, 24 and 31. 8:30-10 a.m. $10 each session. Baby Brilliant — Time for Babies and Books, Public Library, Boardman Branch, 7680 Glenwood Ave., Boardman; 330-758-1414. Stories and more for children ages 6-12 months or 13-23 months with an adult. Call to sign up. 9:30 a.m. (6-12 months), 10:30 a.m. (13-23 months). Weekly Children’s Programs, Children’s Museum of the Valley, 139 Boardman St., Youngstown; 330-7445914 or visit www.vallykids.org. Call for registration information. The group meets each Thursday with various presentations. 11:30 a.m. Luncheon Series: “Celebrate the Single Life,” Antone’s Banquet Centre, 8578 Market St., Boardman; for more information visit www.op.org/dlc/staff.html. Dr. Susan Muto will present. 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. The National Day of Prayer Mid-Day Observance, Downtown Youngstown (corner of Market Street and W. Federal Street, directly in front of First National Bank). To confirm participation call Linda Daniels at 330-788-1291 or Alice Marshall at 330-783-5701. Noon-1 p.m. Weekly Children’s Programs: Arts and Crafts, Children’s Museum of the Valley, 139 Boardman St., Youngstown; 330-744-5914 or visit www.vallykids.org. Call for registration information. The group meets each Thursday with various art/craft projects. 1:30 p.m.

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THE DINING ROOM by A.R. Gurney Directed by Brian H. Lee

This play takes place in the dining room - or rather several dining rooms. It portrays the now neglected room, which was once the vital center of family life. The action is comprised of a mosaic of interrelated scenes - some funny, some touching, some rueful...

May 4, 5, 11, 12 @ 7:30 p.m. May 6, 13 @ 2:00 p.m. Adult Tickets: $10 Seniors/Students: $8 702 MAHONING AVENUE YOUNGSTOWN, OHIO

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Andy Warhol Museum, 117 Sandusky St., Pittsburgh, Pa.; 412-237-8300. www.warhol.org. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Tuesday-Thursday, Saturday and Sunday; 10 a.m.-10 p.m., Friday; closed Monday. Arms Family Museum of Local History, 648 Wick Ave., Youngstown; 330-743-2589. www. mahoninghistory.org. 1-5 p.m. Tuesday-Sunday; closed Monday. Exhibits of local interest, an archival and research library and the private furnishings of Wilford and Olive Arms. “Greystone Centennial Exhibit,” the period-furnished rooms of the Arms family home. $4-$2. Art Outreach Gallery, Eastwood Mall, 5555 Youngstown-Warren Road, Niles; 330-219-7833. “National Youth Art Month.” Features art by local K-12 students. Till June 3. There will be student performances throughout show dates. Butler Institute of American Art, 524 Wick Ave., Youngstown; 330-743-1711. www.butlerart. com. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesday, Thursday-Saturday; 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Wednesday; noon-4 p.m., Sunday. Closed Monday. “Rashid Abdu: Photographs.” Till July 1; “Sally Weber: Strata Series Holograms.” Till May 6; “A Portrait of America: The Nation and Ohio (Youngstown).” Till May 27; “W. Carl Burger.” May 6-June 24; “Ronald Thomason.” May 6-June 17. $3, Free. Butler Institute of American Art/Salem, 343 E. State, Salem; 330-332-8213. www.butlerart.com. 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Wednesday through Saturday; closed Sunday through Tuesday. Free. Butler Institute of American Art/Trumbull, 9350 E. Market St., Howland; 330-609-9900. www. butlerart.com. 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Wednesday through Sunday. Closed Monday and Tuesday. Free. Carnegie Museum of Art, 4400 Forbes, Pittsburgh; 412-622-3131. www.cmoa.org. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday; noon-5 p.m. Sunday. “Gritty Brits: New London Architecture.” Though June 3; “Mezzotints in 18th Century-life.” Through June 10; “Distinctive Desk Sets: Useful Ornament from Tiffany Studios.” Through June 17. “Forum 59: Phil Collins.” Through July 1. $10, $7, $6. Carnegie Museum of Natural History, 4400 Forbes Ave., Pittsburgh; 412-622-3131. www. carnegiemnh.org. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.,Tuesday-Saturday; noon-5 p.m., Sunday. Closed Monday. “Bizarre Beasts: Past and Present.”Through June 3;“Marshes: The Disappearing Edens.” Through June 17; “Backyard Invasion: Selected Botanical Works from the Guild of Natural Science Illustrators.” Through July 1. $10, $7, $6, free. Carnegie Science Center, One Allegheny Ave. , P i t t s b u rg h ; 4 1 2 - 2 3 7 - 3 4 0 0 . w w w. carnegiesciencecenter.org. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sunday through Friday, 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Saturday. Current features include Omnimax presentations of: “Hurricane on the Bayou,” “Bugs! A Rainforest Adventure,” and “Pittsburgh’s Big Picture.” $14, $10. Children’s Museum of the Valley, 139 E. Boardman St., Youngstown; 330-744-5914. www.valleykids. org. 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday; 1-4:30 p.m., Sunday; Closed Monday. Interactive children’s museum offers a wide range of creative activities and educational pursuits. $5 for adults, $4 for seniors, $3 for children 3-13 years old. Cleveland Botanical Garden, 11030 East Blvd., Cleveland; 216-721-1600. www.cbgarden.org. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. daily. “Cleveland Botanical Garden Flower Show.” May 24-28. $7, $3, free. Cleveland Museum of Natural History, 1 Wade Oval Drive, Cleveland; 216-231-4600 or 1-800-317-9155. www.cmnh.org. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday; 10 a.m.-10 p.m., Wednesday; noon-5 p.m., Sunday.“Animal Secrets.” May 26-Sept. 9.” $7-$4. Cortland-Bazetta Historical Museum, Viets House, 224 N. High St., Cortland; 330-638-3467. 1-4 p.m., Sunday (except January/ holidays). $5. Davis Education and Visitor Center, Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek MetroParks, 123 McKinley Ave., Youngstown; 330-740-7116. www. millcreekmetroparks.com. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., TuesdaySunday.“Interpretations of Nature.” Through June 3; “Crossing the Creeks: Mill Creek Park’s Stone Bridges.” Through August. John Stark Edwards House, 303 Monroe St., Warren; 330-394-4653. Open for tours every Saturday and Sunday from 1-4 p.m. Museum is

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mocacleveland.org. 11 a . m . - 6 p. m . , Tu e s d a y through Sunday. “Seydou Keita: Portraits from Mail.” Through May 13. “Side by Side.” An exploration of our surrounding areas featuring 10 artists from Northeast Ohio. Through May 13; “Richard Stankiewicz and John Chamberlain.”Through May 13. $4, $3, free. National Packard Museum, 1899 Mahoning Ave., Warren; 330-394-1899. www.pack ardmuseum. org. Noon-5 p.m., TuesdaySaturday; 1-5 p.m., Sunday. Historical/thematic exhibits and displays vintage Packards. “My Favorite Motorcycle.” Through May 31. $5, $3, free. Nissen Art Gallery, 3 North Lobby of Trumbull Memorial Hospital, 1350 E. Market St., Warren; 330-841-9351. “Featured Artists: Betsey Downs, Judy Griffiths and Jan Milhan.” Through May 3; “Portraiture and Figiure ‘Graduating Senior Show II’: May 4-18 at the McDonough Painting by Area Artists,” May 17-June 28. furnished in a period style and focuses on the early Pittsburgh Center For The Arts, 6300 Fifth, history of the Connecticut Western Reserve. Pittsburgh; 412-361-0873. www.pittsburgharts.org. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Wednesday through Saturday; noonFord Nature Education Center, Volney Road at Old 5 p.m., Sunday. Closed Monday-Tuesday. $5, Free. Furnace Road, Mill Creek MetroParks, Youngstown; “Fiberart International 2007: Boxes II.”Through Aug. 330-740-7107. www.millcreekmetroparks.com. 9 19;“Illuminations Little and Big,”“Muscle-icious,” and a.m.-5 p.m. Monday through Sunday. Animal exhibits, “Thread Through.” Through May 27. hands-on nature games and displays. Free. Pro Football Hall of Fame, 2121 George Halas The Frick Art & Historical Center, 7227 Reynolds St., Drive, Canton; 330-456-8207. www.profootballhof. Pittsburgh; 412-371-0600. www.frickart.org. 10 a.m.-5 com. 9 a.m.-8 p.m., daily. Historical exhibits, library, p.m., Tuesday through Sunday. “The Powerful Hand of theater and museum shop. $13, $8, $6. George Bellows: Drawings from the Public Library.” Till June 24.Tours of the Frick Art & Historical Center grounds, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, 1 Key Plaza, Cleveland; art museum, car and carriage museum and greenhouse 216-781-7625. www.rockhall.com. 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m., are free. $10 for adults, $8 for students/seniors. daily; 10 a.m.-9 p.m., Wednesday and Saturday. “Warped: 12 Years of Music, Mayhem and More.”Till Great Lakes Science Center, North Coast Harbor, Sept. 3. $20, $14, $11, free. 601 Erieside Ave., Cleveland; 216-694-2000. www. greatscience.com. 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Monday Spaces, 2220 Superior Viaduct, Cleveland; 216-621through Friday; 9:30 a.m.-6:45 p.m., Saturday. 2314. 11 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Tuesday-Thursday; 11 a.m.-7 Interactive science and technology exhibits. $10.95, p.m. Friday; 11 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Saturday; 1-5 p.m. $9.95, $7.95 (galleries and Omnimax); $7.95, $6.95, Sunday. “Residency 2006-07.” Through June 8. $5.95 (galleries or Omnimax). Steel Town Studios Gallery and Shoppe, 8 N. Heinz Pittsburgh Regional History Center, 1212 Phelps St., Youngstown; 330-743-8929. 10:30-2:30 Smallman St., Pittsburgh; 412-454-6000. www. p.m. Monday and Wednesday; 2-7 p.m. Friday. Works pghhistory.org. 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. daily. Complex in the by area artist Bob Barko Jr. Gallery also features Strip District includes museums dedicated to regional memorabilia and artifacts from local pop culture. history, Western Pennsylvania sports history, and Struthers Historical Society Museum, 50 Terrace rural life. “Soul Soldiers: African Americans and the St., Struthers. 2-4 p.m., the first Sunday. Vietnam Era.” Till October. $7.50 adults; $6 seniors; $5 Sutliff Museum, Warren Public Library, 444 Mahoning students; $3.50 children ages 6-18; free to members Ave., Warren; 330-399-8807, ext. 121 or to schedule a and children under 6. tour call 330-394-9989. 2-4 p.m., Wednesday through Hoyt Institute of Fine Arts, 124 E. Leasure, New Saturday. Free. Castle; 724-652-2882. www.hoytartcenter.org. Hours: Trumbull Art Gallery, 196-198 E. Market St., Warren; 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 330-395-4876. www.trumbullartgallery.com.“Theater all other days; Closed Sunday and Monday. Artist: Paul H. Kimpel.” Kimpel’s costume and stage set Kent State University Museum, Rockwell Hall, Main designs will be on display. May 5-June 9. and Lincoln Streets.; 330-672-3450. www.dept.kent. War Vet Museum, 23 E. Main St., Can field; 330-533edu/museum. 10 a.m.-4:45 p.m. Wednesday-Saturday; 6311. 9 a.m.-4 p.m., daily and on weekends. War 10 a.m.-8:45 p.m. Thursday; Noon-4:45 p.m. Sunday. artifacts from the American Revolution through the “Oscar de la Renta.”Through May 27;“Sleuthing at the Persian Gulf War. Free. Seams: a 1750s Blue and Silver Dress.”Through May 13; Western Reserve Historical Society, 10825 E. Blvd., “Object Lessons: Authenticity in African Art. Till June 3; Cleveland; 216-721-5722. www.wrhs.org. “Diana, A “Pieced Quilts and Comforters.” Till Aug. 12. $5, $3. Celebration.” Through June 10. Presents the life and Loghurst, 3967 Boardman-Canfield Road, Canfield; humanitarian work of Princess Diana. 330-533-4330. Visitors experience 200 years of farm World War II Vehicle Museum, 5959 W. Liberty life through activities and tours. Admission charge. St., Hubbard; 330-534-8125. 9 a.m.-noon and 1-5 McDonough Museum of Art, YSU, Wick Avenue, p.m., Monday-Friday; weekends by appointment. Youngstown;330-941-1400.www.mcdonoughmuseum. Equipment from World War II. $5 (adults), $3 (children ysu.edu. 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Tuesday and Thursday through 10 and under). Saturday; 11 a.m.-8 p.m., Wednesday. “Graduating Youngstown Historical Center for Industry and Senior Show II.” May 4-18. Free. Labor, 151 W. Wood St., Youngstown; 330-743-5934. Museum of Ceramics, 400 E. 5th, East Liverpool; 3309:30 a.m.-5 p.m., Wednesday through Saturday; 386-6001. www.ohiohistory.org/places/ceramics. 8 noon-5 p.m., Sunday. Michael Graves-designed a.m.-5 p.m., Monday through Friday or by appointment. museum features permanent steel-industry displays, Chronicles the rise and fall of East Liverpool’s Potteries. an archival, and traveling shows. “Worker Portraits: $3, $2.40, $1. Faces of Strength.” Through May 4. “Kilroy Was Here! Museum of Contemporary Art Cleveland, 8501 The 1940s Revisited.” Permanent exhibit. $7 (adults), $6 Carnegie Ave., Cleveland; 216-421-8671. www. (seniors), $3 (students), free (children 5 and under).

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THE METRO MONTHLY MAY 2007 | www.metromonthly.net Monthly: Stroke Survivor and Caregiver Support Group, Hillside Rehabilitation Hospital, Squires Lane, Warren; for more information call 330-841-3891. The group meets the first Thursday and is open to all stroke survivors and their families. 2:30-4 p.m. Free. Auditions: Homework Express, See Tuesday, May 1. 5:15-6:15 p.m. Botanical Pottery and Nature Jewelry, Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek MetroParks,Youngstown; 330-740-7116. Local artists Lynn Cardwell and Marcie Applegate will help participants create two botanically inspired projects. Call to register. 5:30-8 p.m. $39, $30 (FFRG members). Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support Group, Denny’s Restaurant, Private Dining Room, 154 Boardman-Canfield Road, Boardman; for more information call the Alzheimer’s Association at 330533-3300 or 1-800-272-3900. 6 p.m. The National Day of Prayer Evening Prayer, Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek MetroParks, Youngstown; to confirm participation call Linda Daniels at 330-788-1291 or Alice Marshall at 330-7835701. Bring a folding chair. 6-7 p.m. Children’s Sneak Peek in the Gardens: Interpreting the Seasons, Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek MetroParks, Youngstown; 330-740-7116. An evening presented by Ballet Western Reserve and FFRG is for children accompanied by an adult. Children will be entertained with dancers’ interpretation of the seasons; hear about the basics of dance, and learn a bit of gardening fun. Call for more information. 6-8 p.m. $10. Hospice of the Valley’s Monthly Support Dinner, Good Hope Evangelical Lutheran Church, intersection of Market Street and Route 165, North Lima; for more information call Hospice of the Valley at 330-788-1992 or 1-800-640-5180. Come for the chance to socialize with others who understand grief. Supportive friends and fellow grievers are also welcome to attend. Bring a casserole, a take-out dish or dessert to share. 6-8 p.m. NAMI- The Voice on Mental Illness: Family to Family, Cafeteria, Trumbull Memorial Hospital, 1350 E. Market St, Warren; for more information call 330841-9368. The group meets Thursday evenings. Call for more information. 6-8:30 p.m. Weekly: Storytime, McKinley Memorial Auditorium, McKinley Memorial Library, 40 N. Main St., Niles; 330652-1704, ext. 214. For children of all ages. Children will enjoy stories, crafts, rhymes and a treat. Registration is not required. 6:30 p.m. Free. Bi-monthly: Recovery, Inc., Christ Church Presbyterian Church, 1933 Canfield Road; 330-747-1176. A self-help mental health group that meets the first and third Thursdays of the month. 7 p.m. Weekly: Youngstown Area Community Band, Bliss Hall, YSU Campus, One University Plaza, Youngstown; 330-542-3313. New members are welcome. Bring your instrument to practice; held each Thursday. 7 p.m. Baseball: Cleveland Indians, Jacob’s Field, 2401 Ontario St., Cleveland.; 216-420-4200. 7:05 p.m. $46-7. D.A.R.E. Singles Group: New Member Meeting, Disciples Christian Church, 565 Boardman-Canfield Road, Boardman; for more information call 330-7571440, 330-729-00127 or 330-7933-1484. D.A.R.E. is a singles group for divorced, widowed or separated people. 7:30 p.m. Comedy: Brian Regan, Stambaugh Auditorium, 1000 Fifth Ave., Youngstown; for more information visit www.stambaughonline.com or call the box office at 330-259-0555. 7:30 p.m. Call for ticket information. YSU Dance Ensemble, Ford Theater, Bliss Hall, YSU Campus, One University Plaza, Youngstown; for more information call the box office at 330-941-3105 or visit www.fpa.ysu.edu. The 17th annual concert under the direction of Christine Cobb featuring choreographed works from visiting artists, students and faculty. The show runs through May 5. 8 p.m. New Music Society in Concert, Bliss Recital Hall, YSU Campus, One University Plaza, Youngstown; for more information call Dana School of Music at 330941-3636 or visit www.fpa.ysu.edu. Robert Rollin will coordinate. 8 p.m. Weekly: The Harvey Toady Show, Time Warner Cable Channel 15 (Warren area); 330-506-3688. This locally produced comedy show airs every Tuesday and Thursday on cable access television. 10:30 p.m.

MUSIC AT NIGHTSPOTS Cedar’s, Swing music night. The Core, Latin Night. 9 p.m. Irish Bob’s, Forewarned Forearmed, Internalize, 5 Elements. The Wedge, Keith Anderson. 8 p.m.

FRIDAY 4 Sports Card and Collectibles Show, Shenango Valley Mall, 3303 E.State St., Hermitage, Pa.; 724-346-4564. The show runs during mall hours through May 6. Once Upon a Time at Hale Farm, Hale Farm and Village, 2686 Oak Hill Road, Bath; 330-666-3711, or for more information call the Western Reserve Historical Society at 216-721-5722. This program for children ages 2-6 who are accompanied by an adult is inspired by classic children’s literature. The program consists of a visit to the farm, a craft, a story and snack. Each date offers a different topic. Call to register. The group meets again May 11 and 18. 10 a.m. or 1 p.m. $8 (non member), $7 (members), free (for one accompanying adult). Mary Had a Little Lamb, Hale Farm and Village, 2686 Oak Hill Road, Bath; 330-666-3711, or for more information call the Western Reserve Historical Society at 216-721-5722. Children ages 2-6 will visit with the sheep at the farm and learn all about their fleece. A craft, story and snack is included. Call to register. 10 a.m. or 1 p.m. $8 (non member), $7 (members), free (for one accompanying adult). Weekly Children’s Programs: Super Story Special, Children’s Museum of the Valley, 139 Boardman St., Youngstown; 330-744-5914 or visit www.vallykids. org. Call for registration information. The group meets each Friday. 10:45 a.m. Baby Time, Girard Free Library, 105 E. Prospect St., Girard; 330-545-2508. Story time for babies. The group meets the first and third Friday. 11 a.m. Catawba Island Boating and Golf Show, 4235 E. Beachclub Road, Port Clinton; for more information call 440-899-5009 or visit www.CatabaIslandBoatShow. com. The show runs through Sunday, May 6. Noon-6 p.m. Free. There will be a Red Cross Fund Raising event immediately following the boat show. For tickets call 419-734-1100. $90. Weekly Children’s Programs, Children’s Museum of the Valley, 139 Boardman St., Youngstown; 330-7445914 or visit www.vallykids.org. Call for registration information.The group meets each Friday with various presentations. 1:30 p.m. Diabetes Day Class Series, For more information see Wednesday, May 2. 1:30-3 p.m. Bi-monthly: Adult Bible Study, Steel Valley Community Outreach, 2616 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown; 330-782-5499. Lighthouse Outreach Ministry and Cornersburg Baptist Church host this weekly adult Bible study class. Meetings occur the first and third Friday of the month. 5:30 p.m. Free. The Mary and Martha Gathering: Women’s Spiritual Retreat, Camp Fitch, On Lake Erie, North Springfield, Pa.; for more information call Beth Scheller or Joy Chickonoski at the Davis Family YMCA at 330480-5656. The retreat runs through Sunday morning. Please call to register. 5:30 p.m. (registration). $100. Warren Reserve Football Reunion, Golden Gate Restaurant, 2186 Parkman Road, Warren; 330-3998971. This is the first ever reunion of the original teams of the classes of 1967-69. Coach Dick Strahm will speak. 6 p.m. Spring Graduating B.F.A. Show’s Opening Reception, McDonough Museum, 525 Wick Ave., Youngstown; 330-941-1400. The reception is to help open the new exhibit featuring the art work of YSU’s Department of Art spring graduates. Free. 6-8 p.m. Enchanted Evening in the Gardens: Interpreting the Seasons, Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek MetroParks, Youngstown; 330-740-7116. Ballet Western Reserve and FFRG will present an evening of dance in the Daniel L. Rossi Auditorium. Entertainment includes dancers’ interpretations of the seasons. Hors d’oeuvres and dessert are included. Call to register. 7 p.m. $50. NAMI - The Voice on Mental Illness: Consumer Support, Cafeteria, Trumbull Memorial Hospital, 1350 E. Market St, Warren; for more information call 330-841-9368. An educational topic/speaker will be presented the last Friday of each month and a Care/ Share will be held the remaining Fridays. 7-8:30 p.m. Comedy: The Dining Room, Victorian Players Theatre, 702 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown; 330-746-5455. The comedy, by A.R. Gurney and directed by Brian H. Lee, focuses on various families as they gather in the once vital center of family life, the dining room. The show runs May 4-5 and 11-12 at 7:30 p.m.; and May 6 and 13 at 2 p.m. $10, $8. Combined Bands Concert, Orr Auditorium, Westminster College, New Wilmington, Pa.; for more information call 724-946-7270. Sponsored by the Music Department. 7:30 p.m. Free. Skywatch, Ward Beecher Planetarium, YSU Campus, One University Plaza, Youngstown; 330-941-1370

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MUSIC AT NIGHTSPOTS B&O Station, Ana Popovic. Cedar’s, Hip Hop Night featuring various artists. Down the Hatch, Midnight Highway. Frieda’s, Ez Dee. Funny Farm, Vanessa Hollingshead, 9 p.m. Kuzman’s, Crossroads. 8 p.m. Mastropietro Winery, Jim Moran. Mocha House, Poetry Reading. 7-9 p.m. Oscar’s, Richie Dee. 8:30 p.m. The Wedge, Chris Cagle, Tony Rig, Relentless. 6 p.m.

SATURDAY 5 2007 Northeastern Ohio Arthritis Walk, Cleveland Metroparks Zoo; for more information call the Cleveland office at 216-831-7000, ext. 114 or toll free at 1-800-245-2275, ext. 114, or visit www.arthritis. org or e-mail info.neoh@arthritis.org. 7:30-8:30 a.m. (registration), 9 a.m. (walk begins). Bird Walk, Mill Creek Metro Parks, Youngstown; 330702-3000. Meet at Newport Wetlands for a 1 mile hike. Explore the park for feathered spring migrants. Bring binoculars. 8 a.m. Photography Field Trip, Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek MetroParks, Youngstown; 330-740-7116. Enjoy the morning by photographing the spring beauty of the Gardens with instructor Patrick Hyland. Meet on the DeYor Concourse. Call to register. 8-11 a.m. $26 (not registered), $20 (registered). The Columbiana Business and Retail Association’s “Springtime in the Village,” Main Street, Columbiana; to register as a vendor or for more information call 330-482-3144. 8 a.m.-noon. $10 (fee for vendors that includes advertising and insurance), free to attend. Walk for Life, Thomas C. Masters Pavilion in Boardman Park, Boardman; or at the Colonial Inn on the Canfield Fairgrounds, Canfield; for more information on both events call 330-717-9683. The walks are sponsored by Care Net Pregnancy Center, a non profit ministry that offers help to women facing unexpected pregnancies. 9 a.m. BabyTime, McKinley Memorial Auditorium, McKinley Memorial Library, 40 N. Main St., Niles; 330-652-1704, ext. 214. For children ages 6-24 months with an adult. Babies will participate in interactive activities involving books, music and movement. Registration is preferred. The group meets again May 19. 10 a.m. Hike: Search for Blue-eyed Mary, Mill Creek Metro Parks, Youngstown; 330-702-3000. Meet at Deerpath Trail off Hitchcock Road for a 1.5 mile hike. Participants will look for an uncommon wildflower. 10 a.m. The Bountiful Garden: A Creative Writing Retreat Day, Villa Maria Community Center, Pa.; for more information or to register, call 724-964-8920, ext. 3387. Write and share literary experiences through creative exercises and inspirations. 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m. $40 (includes lunch), $35 (early registration). Catawba Island Boating and Golf Show, 4235 E. Beachclub Road, Port Clinton; for more information call 440-899-5009 or visit www.CatabaIslandBoatShow. com. The show runs through Sunday, May 6. 10 a.m.6 p.m. Free. ToddlerTime, McKinley Memorial Auditorium, McKinley Memorial Library, 40 N. Main St., Niles; 330-652-1704, ext. 214. For children ages 2-3 with an adult. Toddlers will participate in interactive activities involving books, music, fingerplays and movement. Registration is preferred. The group meets again May 19. 10:30 a.m. Buy Into Youngstown Home Expo, Choffin Career and Technical Center, 200 E. Wood Street, Youngstown; 330-941-1383. The expo includes educational presentations on various home topics, as well as the chance to talk to realtors and other vendors. Call for admission information. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Gardening for Children, McKinley Memorial Auditorium, 40 N. Main St., Niles; 330-652-1704, ext. 212. Children in first-fifth grades are invited to learn how to garden from a master gardener from the Ohio State University Extension Office in Trumbull County. Supplies will be provided. Space is limited to 20 children, so please call to register. 11 a.m. Free. Spring Open Studio and Sale/J.L. Treharn and Co. Tour, Ward Bakery Building, 1024 Mahoning Ave. (across from U-Haul), Youngstown; 330-718-2696. Area artists will have their studio spaces open for viewing and buying pleasure. There will also be a tour of J.L. Treharn and Co. Furniture Makers. The sale

ZZ Top: Friday, May 18 at the Chevrolet Centre in Youngstown. runs through Sunday, May 6. Noon-5 p.m., 2 or 4 p.m. (tour). Free admission. YSU Softball, McCune Park, Canfield; For more information call Christy Cameron at 330-941-1924 or Zetta Dumkrieger at 330-941-2317. The YSU Penguins play Loyola College. 1 p.m. Super Sky Show, Ward Beecher Planetarium, YSU Campus, One University Plaza, Youngstown; 330-9411370 or visit www.cc.ysu.edu/physics-astro. View an all-puppet sky show hosted by Seymour Sky. 1 or 2:30 p.m. Free. Spring Classes: Fabulous Jewelry Design, Trumbull Art Gallery, 196-198 E. Market St., Warren; 330-3954876. Make jewelry with paper mache and paints. The class for those ages 10 and up meets again Saturday, May 12. 1-3 p.m. $25. The Kids and I, Easy Street Productions, 865 Mahoning Ave.,Youngstown; 330-743-8555. A musical revue designed especially for children. There will be another showing Sunday, May 6. 2:30 p.m. $20, $15, $12. Guitar Lessons, Public Library, Campbell Branch, 374 Sanderson Ave., Campbell; 330-755-4227. At your own speed, learn the basics of playing the guitar. Bring your own or one will be provided for you. The class is for teens in grades 7-12. Lessons continue May 22. 4:30 p.m. Soprano Voice Recital: Kristal Pattinato, Wallace Memorial Chapel, Westminster College, New Wilmington, Pa.; for more information call 724-9467270. 5:15 p.m. IFBL Fight Night, Eastwood Expo Center, near Eastwood Mall, Youngstown-Warren Road. For information, call 330-647-8610. 7-11:30 p.m. Arena Football: Mahoning Valley Thunder vs. Louisville Fire, Chevrolet Centre, 229 East Front St., Youngstown; for tickets call 1-877-298-1008, 330758-4232 or visit www.mahoningvalleythunder.com. 7:05 p.m. $50-15. Jazz Ensemble, McKelvey Campus Center, Westminster College, New Wilmington, Pa.; for more information call 724-946-7270. 7:30 p.m. Free. Skywatch, Ward Beecher Planetarium, YSU Campus, One University Plaza, Youngstown; 330-941-1370 or visit www.cc.ysu.edu/physics-astro. An informal star show where participants will look at seasonal constellations, planets and more. 8 p.m. Free.

MUSIC AT NIGHTSPOTS Avon Oaks, Don Burns Orchestra. 8 p.m. Cedar’s, The Zou, Posture Coach. Club Leon’s, Smack Daddy’s. Down the Hatch, Midnight Highway. Downtown Coffee Cafe, Davis & McKay. Frieda’s, Ez Dee. Funny Farm, Vanessa Hollingshead, 7:30 or 9:30 p.m. Grist Mill, Fuzz. Ice House Inn, Edision Medicine. Irish Bob’s, Driving Force. 9 p.m. Kuzman’s, Frank Moridavcik. 8 p.m. Mastropietro Winery, TBA.

McMenamy’s, The Rage. O’Donald’s, Rudy and the Professionals. Piccadilly Parlour, harpist. Noon-2 p.m.

SUNDAY 6 Catawba Island Boating and Golf Show, 4235 E. Beachclub Road, Port Clinton; for more information call 440-899-5009 or visit www.CatabaIslandBoatShow. com. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Free. Spaghetti Dinner, St. Patrick Church, 1420 Oak Hill Ave., Youngstown. 11:30 a.m.-4 p.m. YSU Softball, McCune Park, Canfield; For more information call Christy Cameron at 330-941-1924 or Zetta Dumkrieger at 330-941-2317. The YSU Penguins play Loyola College. Noon. Dahlia Society’s Plant and Tuber Sale, Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek MetroParks,Youngstown; 330-740-7116. The Mahoning Valley Dahlia Society will hold a sale featuring various plants to add to any dahlia collection. Noon-5 p.m. Spring Open Studio and Sale/J.L. Treharn and Co. Tour, See Saturday, May 5. Noon-5 p.m., 2 or 4 p.m. (tour). Free admission. 11th Annual Smart Run/Walk, Poland Presbyterian Church, 2 Poland Manor, Poland. 12:45 p.m. (registration), 2 p.m. (start time). $14 (runners/ day of race), $12 (walkers), $12 (runners/ advance registration). Mother’s Day Herbal Tea in the Garden, Plant’s Herb Farm, 104 S. Foster Road, Mercer, Pa.; 724-3013273. Enjoy tea and finger foods. Bring your favorite tea cup and saucer, and learn about tea herbs. Call to register. 1-2:30 p.m. Monthly: Austin Log Cabin Tour and Open House, 3797 S. Raccoon Road, Austintown; 330-792-1129. The Austintown Historical Society hosts its open house every first Sunday. 1-4 p.m. Free. Monthly: Strock Stone House Open House, 7171 Mahoning Ave., Austintown; 330-792-1129. The Austintown Historical Society host its monthly open house and tour every first Sunday. 1-4 p.m. Free. Family Tours, MetroParks Farm, Mill Creek MetroParks, Youngstown; 330-533-7572. Bring the family for a wagon tour through the Farm to see what is growing. Tours begin every half hour. Children will make a craft to take home. 1:30-3:30 p.m. Children’s Programs: Arts and Crafts, Children’s Museum of the Valley, 139 Boardman St., Youngstown; 330-744-5914 or visit www.vallykids.org. Call for registration information. 2 p.m. Hike: May Flowers, Mill Creek Metro Parks, Youngstown; 330-702-3000. Meet at Newport Wetlands parking lot for a 2 mile hike. Participants will search for spring wildflowers. 2 p.m. Ward-thomas House Tours, 503 Brown St., Niles; 330544-2143. Volunteer guides from the Niles Historical Society will be on hand to answer questions from visitors. The house, built in 1862, is a stately mansion in the Italianate style of architecture. Tours run the first Sunday of the month. 2-5 p.m. The Kids and I, See May 5. 2:30 p.m. $20, $15, $12.

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THE METRO MONTHLY MAY 2007 | www.metromonthly.net Orchestra Concert, Orr Auditorium, Westminster College, New Wilmington, Pa.; for more information call 724-946-7270. 3 p.m. Free. Packard Concert Band, W.D. Packard Music Hall, 1703 Mahoning Ave. N.E., Warren; 330-841-2619. 34:30 p.m. Free. Third Annual Wine Tasting, Steamers Stonewall Tavern, 10078 Market St., North Lima; 330-549-9041. The evening includes premium wine selections, entertainment by a three piece band, fine dining and more. 3-6 p.m. $100. Benefit Concert: Dr. Caroline Oltmanns, Westminster Presbyterian Church, 119 Stadium Drive, Boardman; for more information call Kathryn Adams at 330-7430439. A freewill offering will be taken to support a volunteer-in-mission trip to an orphanage in Dmitrov, Russia, sponsored by Protestant Campus Ministry at YSU. 4:30 p.m. Youth Talent Show Auditions, Youngstown Banquet Center (formerly the Krakusy Hall), 2205 South Ave., Youngstown; to audition call 330-720-2485 or 330746-9907. Auditions are for a talent show that will be held the first Sunday of each month. 5-9 p.m. $5 (admission fee the day of the talent show). 40th Annual Curbstone Coaches Hall of Fame Induction Banquet, Mr. Anthony’s, 7440 South Ave., Boardman; for tickets call 330-726-9829 or e-mail www.curbstonecoaches.org. Gino Torretta will guest speak at this banquet featuring 2007 inductees such as Bob Stoops. 6-7 p.m. (buffet dinner). $40.

MUSIC AT NIGHTSPOTS Avon Oaks, Penn-Ohio Polka Pals Booster Club Dance. Cedar’s, D.J. Martini. Choices, D.A.R.E. Singles Group Dance. Tully’s, Benefit Concert with three bands. 6 p.m.

MONDAY 7 Take Me Out to the Ballgame, Public Library, Poland Branch, 311 S. Main, Poland; 330-757-1852. Guess the number of baseball cards in the container and win a souvenir. For teens in grades 7-12. The contest runs through May 19 during library hours. Celebrate the Arts Show, Public Library, Austintown branch, 600 S. Raccoon, Austintown; 330-792-6982. Austintown Fitch high school students will have their art work on display through May 14 during library hours. Crafts to Go!, Public Library, East Branch, 6 N. Jackson St., Youngstown; 330-744-2790. Make-and-take crafts for children of all ages. The sessions run through May 10, during library hours. City of Warren Health Seminar, W.D. Packard Music Hall, 1703 Mahoning Ave. N.E., Warren; 330-841-2619 or for additional information call 330-841-2611. 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Boardman Township Clean Sweep, Market Street at Midlothian (site of the New Public Library parking lot), for more information call 330-726-4177. Help send off area street sweeping equipment as they begin a general clean up of the major corridors or the community. 10 a.m. Blood Pressure Screening, Public Library, Boardman Branch, 7680 Glenwood Ave., Boardman; 330-7581414. Held by the Mahoning Chapter of the American Red Cross. 12:30-3 p.m. Free. Blood Pressure Screenings, Public Library, East Branch, 6 N. Jackson St., Youngstown; 330-744-2790. 1-3 p.m. Beginning Microsoft Publisher Computer Class, Computer Lab, McKinley Birthplace, 40 N. Main, Niles; 330-652-1704, ext. 212. Call to register. 3-4:30 p.m. Guitar Lessons, Public Library, Struthers Branch, 95 Poland Ave., Struthers; 330-755-3322. Learn the basics of playing the guitar at your own speed. Call to register. Bring your own guitar or one will be provided. The lessons continue May 14. 4:30 p.m. Women’s Health Night, St. Elizabeth Health Center, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown; to register call 330480-3151 or 1-877-700-4647. The event offers free health screenings and mammograms for women age 40 and over who are uninsured or under-insured. 4:30-8:30 p.m. Free. Weekly Spring Classes: Watercolor Painting, Trumbull Art Gallery, 196-198 E. Market St., Warren; 330-395-4876. Learn the basics of watercolor painting. For participants at all levels of painting. Call for a supply list. The class meets each Monday in May. 5-7 p.m. $50. Ohio Cultural Alliance Meeting, Georgetown, located at the corner of South Avenue and Mathews Road in Boardman; reservations must be made by mail

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| www.metromonthly.net | THE METRO MONTHLY MAY 2007 to OCA, P.O.Box 561, Canfield, OH 44406. The topic is “Enriching Elements of Life: Law.” Guest speaker, Atty. Ronald Slipski, president of the Mahoning County Bar Association, will address the topic. Entertainment will be provided by the Struthers Show Choir. 6 p.m. $18 (non member), $13 (member). Weekly: Family Time, Girard Free Library, 105 E. Prospect St., Girard; 330-545-2508. Story time for children of all ages with their family. The group meets each Monday of the month. 6:30 p.m. Poetry Reading: Huang Xiang, Mueller Theater, McKelvey Campus Center, Westminster College, New Wilmington, Pa.; for more information call 724-9467151. 7 p.m. Weekly: Sweet Adeline’s Spirit of the Valley Chorus, Faith Community Church, 1919 E. Midlothian Blvd., Youngstown; 866-436-6547. New members are welcome to join the chorus, which meets each Monday. 7:15 p.m. Weekly: Co-Dependents Anonymous, Prince of Peace Church, 2985 Center Road, Poland; 330-7433768. This 12-step recovery program for individuals in codependent relationships meets every Monday. Call for more information. 7:30 p.m.

MUSIC AT NIGHTSPOTS Cedar’s, Open music jam. Tully’s, Burnt Barrel Blues Band. 9 p.m.

TUESDAY 8 Dog Bite Prevention Classes, National Safety Council, Ohio One Building (second floor), 25 E. Boardman St., downtown Youngstown; to register call 330-747-8657 or visit www.nscnohio.org. There will be three separate classes that will help attendees to identify a dog’s aggressive traits before they attack, how to prevent attacks, and how to protect yourself. 8 a.m., 1 or 6 p.m. $15. Trumbull Art Gallery Field Trip to the Cleveland Museum of Art, Participants meet at the Howland Butler Museum of American Art, 9350 E. Market St., Warren; to sign up or for more information call TAG at 330-395-4876. Participants will view the current exhibition “Monet in Normandy.” The bus departs at 9 a.m. and will arrive back at 5 p.m. $40. Baby Brilliant — Time for Babies and Books, Public Library, Austintown branch, 600 S. Raccoon, Austintown; 330-792-6982. Books, songs, rhymes and more for children ages 6-23 months who are with an adult. The group meets again May 22.10 a.m. Step by Step Bereavement Support Group, Unity Church, 1226 Naylor Lloyd Road, Liberty; for more information call Bill Lileas at 330-841-5479 or 1-800862-3090. The group focuses upon understanding the grief process and gaining tools needed for working through grief. The group meets the second Tuesday of the month. 10-11:30 a.m. Monthly: Blood Pressure Screening, Public Library, Main Library, 444 Mahoning Ave. N.W., Warren; 330399-8807, ext. 128. The screenings are held every second Tuesday. 11:45 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Free. Lunch and Learn: Frederick Douglas and the AntiSlavery Movement in the West, Public Library, Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown; 330-744-8636. Dr. Diane Barnes will discuss Douglas, famed for abolitionist oratory who traveled to this area. Bring a bagged lunch. Noon-1 p.m. Free. Blood Pressure Screening, Public Library, South Branch, 1771 Market St., Youngstown; 330-747-6424. Held by the “original” Visiting Nurse Association of Mahoning County. 1-3 p.m. Free. CSI Y’Town, Public Library, Boardman Branch, 7680 Glenwood Ave., Boardman; 330-758-1414. Join fans of mystery books, movies and TV to hear Sgt. Cmdr. Joseph DeMatteo discuss the Youngstown Police Department Bomb Squad. CSI Y’Town is a chapter of the national “Sisters in Crime” organization. 6:30 p.m. Prenatal Breastfeeding Class, Beeghly Medical Park, 6505 Market St., Youngstown; to register call 330-884-2912. Registration is required. 6:30-8:30 p.m. $10, free (if enrolled in one of Forum Health’s childbirth classes). May is for Moms, Public Library, Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown; 330-744-8636. Stories, a craft and more for children of all ages. 7 p.m. Monthly: La Leche League, Columbiana County WIC office, 7876 Lincole Place, Lisbon; 330-427-2155. All pregnant or nursing mothers and their babies are welcome. The group meets the second Tuesday of the month. 7 p.m. Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support Group, Howland United Methodist Church, 730 Howland Wilson Road, Warren; for more information call the

Alzheimer’s Association at 330-533-3300 or 1-800272-3900. 7 p.m.

MUSIC AT NIGHTSPOTS Cedars, Jazz with Teddy Pantelas.

WEDNESDAY 9 Health and Wellness Walks, Mill Creek Metro Parks, Youngstown; 330-702-3000. Meet at Golf Course overflow parking lot for a 1-3 mile hike. 9 a.m. Trumbull Town Hall 29th Celebrity Series presents John Davidson, W.D. Packard Music Hall, 1703 Mahoning Ave. N.E., Warren; for ticket information call 330-841-2931 or visit www.packardmusichall.com. An annual table fair will be held before the lecture, and a luncheon will be held afterwards at the Avalon Inn. 10:30 a.m. $60 (season tickets), $25 (per lecture), $5 (high school or college students), $13 (luncheon). Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support Group, Easter Seals Day Center, 721 Boardman-Poland Road, Boardman; for more information call the Alzheimer’s Association at 330-533-3300 or 1-800-272-3900. 1:30 p.m. Hooray for Mother’s Day, West branch, 2815 Mahoning, Youngstown; 330-799-7171. Listen to stories and make a craft for mom. For children ages 2-5 with an adult. 4:30 p.m. Monthly: Come Journey with Us, St. Cyril and Methodius, 1234 High St. N.E., Warren; for more information call Forum Health At Home Hospice at 330-841-5440 or visit www.forumhealth.org. Join the support group as they explore the grief process and discover positive ways of coping emotionally and practically after the loss of a loved one. The group meets the second Wednesday of the month. 6-8 p.m. Celebrity Story Time with WYTV’s Angee Shaker, Public Library, Brownlee Woods branch, 4010 Sheridan Road, Youngstown; 330-782-2512. Meet and talk to WYTV’s Angee Shaker during this family story time. Call to sign up. 7 p.m. Monthly: Mothers of Twins, Davidson Becker Family Center, Struthers; for more information call Michele at 330-530-2128 or visit www.orgssites.com/oh/twins. The group meets the second Wednesday of each month. 8 p.m.

MUSIC AT NIGHTSPOTS Avalon Gardens, Bobby Remp. 6 p.m. B & O Station, The Delancys. Cedar’s, Open Stage with the Company. Oscar’s. Tommy Chris. 7:30 p.m. Winston’s Tavern, Live Jazz.

THURSDAY 10 Something Special, Public Library, Sebring Branch, 195 W. Ohio Ave., Sebring; 330-938-6119. Stories and more for children ages 4-5. Call to sign up. 10 a.m. Fourth Annual Women’s Heart Day, Chevrolet Centre, 229 East Front St., Youngstown; 330-7465600. Held by Humility of Mary Health Partners’ Heart and Vascular Services and Laboratory Services. Registration is required for those wishing to take advantage of this day of free health screenings, refreshments, informational programs and more. To register call 330-480-3151 or 1-877-700-4647. 6:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Free. Come and Join the Fun: Public Library, Main Library, 305 Wick Ave.,Youngstown; 330-744-8636. Stories and for ages 4-5. The group meets again May 24. 10 a.m. Tales for Twos: Little Rabbit Lost, Ford Nature Center, Mill Creek MetroParks, Youngstown; 330-740-7107. Two-year-olds with an adult are invited to learn about rabbits through this interactive program featuring stories, scavenger hunts and creative activities. Call to register. 10, 10:45 or 11:30 a.m. Just for Mom, Public Library, Canfield Branch, 43 W. Main St., Canfield; 330-533-5631; Public Library, Greenford Branch, 7441 W. South Range Road, Canfield; 330-533-7025; Sebring Branch, 195 W. Ohio Ave., Sebring; 330-938-6119. Make and take a special craft for Mother’s Day. For children of all ages. 3-5 p.m. Monthly: Mahoning Valley Professional 20/30 Club Individual Committee Meeting, Peaberry’s, 4350 Boardman-Canfield Road, Canfield; for information, e-mail social@mvp2030club.org. The group meets the second Thursday of the month. 5:30 p.m. Twice-monthly: Schizophrenics Anonymous, St. Elizabeth Hospital, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown; for more information call the Advocacy through Education Center at 724-342-5914. The group is

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THE METRO MONTHLY MAY 2007 | www.metromonthly.net Ringworld II, Ward Beecher Planetarium,YSU Campus, One University Plaza, Youngstown; 330-941-1370 or visit www.cc.ysu.edu/physics-astro. An updated fulldome show that highlights some of the images from Saturn, it’s rings and its satellites. Narrated by Star Trek’s John Billingsley. 8 p.m. Free. Vicki Lawrence and Mama, Stambaugh Auditorium, 1000 Fifth Ave.,Youngstown; for more information visit www.stambaughonline.com or call the box office at 330-259-0555. 8 p.m. Comedy: BatBoy the Musical, The Oakland Center for the Arts, 220 W. Broadway St., Youngstown; 330-746-0404 or for more information visit www. oaklandcenter.com. Based on the tabloid headlines of yesteryear, this show tells the story of a half boy, half bat creature discovered in a cave near Hope Falls, West Virginia. The show runs at 8 p.m. May 11-12, 18-19, 25-26, and at 2 p.m. May 20. Call for admission information. 8 p.m.

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Pittsburgh Pirates: Friday, May 11. for individuals who have been diagnosed with a schizophrenic disorder, and it will meet on the second and fourth Thursday of the month. 6:30-8 p.m. Make It Milk and Chocolate for Mom! Public Library, Boardman Branch, 7680 Glenwood Ave., Boardman; 330-758-1414. School age children will hear holiday stories and make a chocolate treat for mom. 7 p.m. Monthly: Messies Anonymous Support Group, Pleasant Valley Church, 2055 Pleasant Valley Road, Niles; 330-544-4846. Meetings are based on the 12 steps and traditions of the Messies Anonymous for Household Organization. The organization meets the second Thursday of each month. 7-8:30 p.m. Opening Reception: Celebrate the Arts, Public Library, Austintown branch, 600 S. Raccoon, Austintown; 330-792-6982. The public is welcome to attend a reception for an art show by Austintown Fitch High School students that will be on display at the library through May 14. 7-8:30 p.m. D.A.R.E. Singles Group: Fun Member Meeting, Disciples Christian Church, 565 Boardman-Canfield Road, Boardman; for more information call 330-7571440, 330-729-00127 or 330-7933-1484. D.A.R.E. is a singles group for divorced, widowed or separated people. Tonight is Karaoke. 7:30 p.m.

MUSIC AT NIGHTSPOTS Cedar’s, Swing music night. The Core, Latin Night. 9 p.m. Tully’s, Acoustic stage with Steve Vuich. 9 p.m.

FRIDAY 11 Preschool Nature Hour: Nature’s Rainbow, Ford Nature Center, Mill Creek MetroParks, Youngstown; 330-740-7107. Preschoolers ages 3 -5 with an adult will enjoy a story, paint with nature, and explore the outdoors for wildflowers. Call to register. 10 a.m. or 12:30 p.m. Little Boy Blue, Hale Farm and Village, 2686 Oak Hill Road, Bath; 330-666-3711, or for more information call the Western Reserve Historical Society at 216721-5722. Children ages 2-6 will look inside Hale’s barn, meet the cows and churn butter. A craft, story and snack is included. Call to register. 10 a.m. or 1 p.m. $8 (non member), $7 (members), free (for one accompanying adult). Once Upon a Time at Hale Farm, See Friday, May 4. 10 a.m. or 1 p.m. $8 (non member), $7 (members), free (for one accompanying adult). Garden Forum Garden Mart, Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek MetroParks,Youngstown; 330-7407116. The Garden Forum of Greater Youngstown will host this spring sale at the Gardens. An assortment of hanging baskets and bedding plants will be available. The sale runs through May 13. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Monthly: Storytime for Adults and Children with Special Needs, Barnes and Nobles, 381 BoardmanCanfield Road, Boardman. Join the group the second Friday for a low-key, easily accessible storytime for adults and children with special needs. 11 a.m. Baseball: Pittsburgh Pirates, PNC Park, 115 Federal St., Pittsburgh, Pa.; 412-323-5000. 7:05 p.m. $110-9.

B & O Station, Sleepin Dogz. Cedar’s, Lady Fantastic. Down the Hatch, Nite Owl. Frieda’s, Ez Dee. Funny Farm, Dan Mengini, 9 p.m. Kuzman’s, Ivory Coach. 8 p.m. Mastropietro Winery, Ruckus. McMenamy’s, Smack Daddy’s. Oscar’s. Richie Dee. 8:30 p.m.

SATURDAY 12 Benefit Jazz Concert: Athletes are Musicians and Artists 2, Stambaugh Auditorium, 1000 Fifth Ave., Youngstown; for more information visit www. stambaughonline.com or call the box office at 330259-0555. Presented by the Warren Gridiron Club. Featuring Sean Jones and the Sean Jones Quintet, and Rick DellaRatta and The Jazz for Peace Big Band. Call for admission information and times. Mother/Daughter Look-A-Like Contest, Shenango Valley Mall, 3303 E.State St., Hermitage, Pa.; 724-3464564. Call for registration information and contest times. Bird Walk, Mill Creek Metro Parks, Youngstown; 330702-3000. Meet at Birch Hill Cabin for a 1 mile hike. Explore the park for feathered spring migrants. Bring binoculars. 8 a.m. Wings Over Mill Creek, Mill Creek Metro Parks, Youngstown; 330-702-3000. Meet at Birch Hill Cabin for this celebration of International Migratory Bird Day that features live birds of prey, activities for children, a bird walk and educational presentations. For additional information call 1-888-846-8851. 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Is Eating Organic a Spiritual Decision? Villa Maria Community Center, Pa.; for more information or to register, call 724-964-8920, ext. 3387. Consider why choosing organic products can affect your body, mind and spirit. 9-11:30 a.m. $20, $6.50 (optional lunch). One Day Saturday Childbirth Class, Beeghly Medical Park, 6505 Market St., Youngstown; to register call 330-884-2912. Registration is required. The class is designed to accommodate parents whose busy schedules make it difficult to attend the 5 week class. 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. $50. 5k Run or Walk/ Quarter Mile Kids Run, Christy National Guard Armory on Victoria Road, Austintown; for more information call Larry Jensen, race director, at 330-793-4046. All proceeds from the race will benefit the Austintown Lion’s projects. 9:30 a.m. (Kid Run), 9:45 a.m. (5K). $10 (advanced admission), $12 (day of race). Preschool Nature Hour: Nature’s Rainbow, Ford Nature Center, Mill Creek MetroParks, Youngstown; 330-740-7107. Preschoolers ages 3 -5 with an adult will enjoy a story, paint with nature, and explore the outdoors for wildflowers. Call to register. 10 a.m. Spring Garden Workshops, Hale Farm and Village, 2686 Oak Hill Road, Bath; 330-666-3711, or for more information call the Western Reserve Historical Society at 216-721-5722. Gardener Daniel Ryan will demonstrate working with heirloom vegetables, herbs and flowers at the Farm’s greenhouse and/or at the gardens (weather permitting). Call to register. The workshop is held again Saturday, May 19. 10 a.m. or 1 p.m. $25 (non member), $20 (members). Wings Over Mill Creek Hike, Mill Creek Metro Parks, Youngstown; 330-702-3000. Meet at Birch Hill Cabin for a 1 mile hike. Hikers will view native plants. 10 a.m. Flower Arranging with Marie, Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek MetroParks, Youngstown; 330-

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the Ederton 2003 Tantalus Shiraz/Cabernet blend was a match made in heaven. This Shiraz (60 percent) and Cab (40 percent) cuvee receives no oak aging and is a real mouthful of red wine. The final course of crème brulee and dark chocolate was paired with the Rocky Gully 2005 Shiraz (95 percent) – Viognier (5 percent) blend from Frankford River, western Australia. This Rhone Cote Rotie-style red just oozes roasted coffee and mocha-tinged fruit flavors. It would have been superb with the last two courses as well. Moving along to my weekly and monthly wine store tastings, I found myself at Michael Charles Second Saturday tasting in Warren. For upcoming summer enjoyment, I found two great whites that should fit everyone’s budget. At $13.99, the Taft Street 2005 Sauvignon Blanc from Sonoma County is one refreshing white. Citrus and melon fruit flavors lead to a crisp finish. This would be a great wine for a tray of veggies. The next white hails from the Catalunya region of Spain. The Torres Vina Esmeralda 2005 is a delightful blend of Moscatel (85 percent) and Gewurztraminer (15 percent). A fruity floral nose and slightly off-dry texture make this light-bodied wine a great match for those upcoming warm summer days. On April 2, I visited Vintage Estate Wine and Beer’s Boardman store for the monthly in-store tasting. Once again, I found some great wines for the upcoming summer season. The Ferrante Signature Series Riesling ($14.99) from the Grand River Valley is another example of great winemaking just under an hour’s drive north of the Mahoning Valley. Peach and apricot fruit flavors and a touch of spice make this wine a great choice for summer fare. Cosentino’s The Novelist 2005 White Meritage (Sauvignon Blanc – Semillon blend) offers more structure and body than the previous white, but should fit the bill for someone looking for a fruity oak-tinged white. The Brancott 2006 Pinot Noir ($13.99) from Marlborough, New Zealand offers lots of dark cherry fruit flavors and a slightly tart, oak-tinged finish. This silky red would be outstanding with lamb chops. My last selections come from the Wine Down Flight Night tastings held weekly at the Austintown restaurant. The Four Vines Naked Chardonnay 2005 from Santa Barbara County just bursts with textbook Chardonnay fruit flavors. This refreshing white should be on your summer list of wines to try. Another great summer white is the FerrariCarano 2006 Pinot Grigio from the Russian River Valley. Round in texture, this light-bodied white is very Italian in style. Intense peach and pear aromas give way to a crisp finish. My third recommendation is the Castle Rock Viognier 2005 from Lake County, California. Grown on red volcanic soil, this crisp white delivers complex aromas of honeysuckle, orange blossoms and citrus. The Four Vines 2004 Old Vines Cuvee Zinfandel is my fourth pick. It is a perfect expression of old-vine Zin fruit and great winemaking. Smooth and supple dark fruit flavors are followed by a finish of mocha and spice. Let’s travel to the Ferrante Vineyards winery in Northeastern Ohio once again to sample their Signature Series Cabernet Franc. Reminiscent of a fine Loire Valley red from France, this medium-bodied red is simply delicious. Red fruit and raspberry flavors give way to a silky crisp finish of wood smoke and spice. I look forward to seeing readers at the Steamers wine taste May 6, as well as other events around the Valley.

all kinds of different people and when the War of 1812 started, William Rayen and a bunch of men from this area went up to Michigan and fought in the War of 1812,” Mays said. Detailing the mural’s origins, Mays said: “We were approached by the art teacher [John J. Benninger] and he said he wanted to do this and it was his suggestion that we use this as a class gift simply because it was an easy thing to do. Each student gave about two or three dollars a person back then, so the cost was around $700 that we put up. His cost was for paint and the canvas and other materials, so, basically, there was no labor cost; it was all material costs. For us, it was a no-brainer. When it was done, we couldn’t have been happier.” The mural served as the thesis for Benninger’s master’s degree. “He proceeded to paint the mural in the summer of ‘58 and into ’59. He had the help of four students,” Mays recalled. Last January, the mural was moved from the school to the studio of local artist Phyllis Beard who will spend at least six months restoring the work. Tony and Mary Lariccia of Boardman donated $25,000 to pay for the mural’s cleaning, repair and restoration. Mays headed up “The Save the Mural Campaign” and is still looking for help from alumni and friends to cover the costs of remounting the work. “We need to buy Lexguard or Plexiglas to protect it, which was not part of the original costs from our restoration project,” he said. Tony Deniro, assistant superintendent for Small Business Affairs for Youngstown City Schools, said the architects designing the new building have selected a spot for the mural. “It will be placed in a hig- traffic area on an outside wall of the gymnasium that’s on the students’ way to the cafeteria,” he said. Rayen Middle School will be built on the site of the present high school, which is scheduled for demolition this summer. In addition to the mural restoration, Mays also is looking for contributions for another Rayen-related project. “Betsy Johnquest and her students are doing a book called the ‘Rayen Retrospective,’ so we’re trying to put some money down to reduce the costs of printing that book.” Anyone who contributes will get a free copy of the book. Johnquest, whose grandmother, mother and uncles attended Rayen, called the book a “labor of love.” It will be completed this summer and released some time in the fall. She said she wants the “Rayen Retrospective” to reflect the journalistic spirit of William F. Maag Jr. [The Vindicator publisher was a Rayen graduate and is depicted in the mural] and the pioneering spirit of Rayen’s founder, Judge William Rayen. “He [Rayen] wanted equal education for all children, and, in his will, it’s really neat how it’s written,” she said. “He says he endows this school to all the future children of Youngstown, his heirs. He considered the future children of Youngstown to be his heirs, regardless of race or creed, and he especially wanted to help the poor children . . . who otherwise would have no opportunity for an education.” Rayen died in 1854 and donated $31,000 for a school. The original Rayen School opened in 1866. If you are a Rayen alumnus and would like to share your story, visit the book’s Web site: wwwtherayenschool.com.

Correction to April column: The Rodolfo Tannat from Argentina was a 2004 release, rather than non-vintage, as was reported.

740-7116. Create a Mother’s Day arrangement for your table. Call to register. 10 a.m.-noon. $32 (not registered), $25 (registered). Children’s Programs: Me and My Mom Day, Children’s Museum of the Valley, 139 Boardman St., Youngstown; 330-744-5914 or visit www.vallykids.org. Call for registration information. 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Children’s History Club: Valley of Steel, Youngstown Historical Center, 151 West Wood St.,Youngstown; 330743-5934. Participants will discover the importance of the Industrial Revolution and the heritage of the Mahoning Valley. Call to register. Noon-3 p.m. $10 (per class). Tractor Time, MetroParks Farm, Mill Creek MetroParks, Youngstown; 330-533-7572. Join in for a tour of the Farm and learn about farm machinery used there. Children will paint using a tractor theme. 1 p.m. Super Sky Show, Ward Beecher Planetarium, YSU Campus, One University Plaza, Youngstown; 330-9411370 or visit www.cc.ysu.edu/physics-astro. View an all-puppet sky show hosted by Seymour Sky. 1 or 2:30 p.m. Free. Stage Left Player’s Annual “Showtime,” 234 E. Lincoln Way, Lisbon; 330-424-5093 or visit www. stageleftplayers.org. The SLP Jr./Sr. kids will be reprising their songs from “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat,” along with a Broadway and off Broadway Review. There will also be a reception for all to attend. 7 p.m. $10. Baseball: Pittsburgh Pirates, PNC Park, 115 Federal St., Pittsburgh, Pa.; 412-323-5000. 7:05 p.m. $110-9. Arena Football: Mahoning Valley Thunder vs. W.B./S Pioneers, Chevrolet Centre, 229 East Front St., Youngstown; for tickets call 1-877-298-1008, 330758-4232 or visit www.mahoningvalleythunder.com. 7:05 p.m. $50-15. Ringworld II, Ward Beecher Planetarium,YSU Campus, One University Plaza, Youngstown; 330-941-1370 or visit www.cc.ysu.edu/physics-astro. An updated fulldome show that highlights some of the images from Saturn, it’s rings and its satellites. Narrated by Star Trek’s John Billingsley. 8 p.m. Free. Comedy: Sinbad, Edward W. Powers Auditorium, 260 Federal Plaza West, downtown Youngstown; for tickets call the Funny Farm ticket office at 330-7594242 or the Powers box office at 330-744-0264. 8 p.m. $32.50.

MUSIC AT NIGHTSPOTS Cedar’s, Jamadextrious. Club Leon’s, Area 51. Down the Hatch, Nite Owl. Downtown Coffee Cafe, Carolyn & Christine. Frieda’s, Ez Dee. Funny Farm, Dan Mengini, 7:30 or 9:30 p.m. Grist Mill, Diesel. Ice House Inn, The Rage. Irish Bob’s, Jugular Jack. Kuzman’s, Del Sinchak, Dick Tady. 8 p.m. Mastropietro Winery, The Al-Ray Combo. McMenamy’s, Houseband. Mocha House, Janga Lang. 7:30 p.m. O’Donald’s, Swagg. Piccadilly Parlour, harpist. Noon-2 p.m.

SUNDAY 13 Mother’s Day Hike, Mill Creek Metro Parks, Youngstown; 330-702-3000. Meet at Ford Nature Center for a 2 mile hike. Bring mom along and view the spring beauty of the park. Afterward, hikers will create nature print cards to honor their mothers. 1 p.m. Mother’s Day Buffet, Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek MetroParks, Youngstown; 330-740-7116. Celebrate Mother’s Day at the Gardens with family and enjoy a buffet catered by the Georgetown. Afterward, take a walk in the Gardens and view the spring flowers. Call for reservations and prices. Noon, 2 or 4 p.m. The Rosicrucian Order, The Dublin Grange, 6571 Fairgrounds Blvd., Canfield; for information call 330755-0943 or 330-757-7579. The Rosicrucian Order is an ancient and fraternal group of men and women who study topics of science, mysticism and history. Joe Haybarger will present “Secrets of the Pyramids,” at 1 p.m., and “History of Healing Systems” at 2:45 p.m. Baseball: Pittsburgh Pirates, PNC Park, 115 Federal St., Pittsburgh, Pa.; 412-323-5000. 1:35 p.m. $110-9. Guided Tour of Fellows Riverside Gardens, Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek MetroParks,Youngstown; 330-740-7116. Enjoy a leisurely walk in the Gardens to view the spring display of colorful tulips. A guide

will point out highlights while sharing anecdotes and history. Sign in at the Visitor Center information desk the afternoon of the tour. 2-3:30 p.m. Monthly: The Philosophy Group (Socrates Cafe), Barnes and Nobles, 381 Boardman-Canfield Road, Boardman; for more information call Joe at 330-7880315. The group meets the second Sunday of the month and discusses philosophical topics, questions, ideas, concepts, books and philosophers. All levels are welcome. 4 p.m. Monthly: Praise and Workshop, Youngstown Banquet Center (formerly the Krakusy Hall), 2205 South Ave., Youngstown; to audition call 330-7202485 or 330-746-9907. Churches and their choirs are invited to perform the second Sunday of every month. Performances are televised on Warner Cable Channel 9 and on YoungstownTV.com. They will also be sent to the Bobby Jones show for viewing. 5-9 p.m. $5 (adults), $3 (children). Big Band Sound of Packard’s “Spring Fling”, W.D. Packard Music Hall, 1703 Mahoning Ave. N.E., Warren; 330-841-2619. 7-9 p.m. Free.

MUSIC AT NIGHTSPOTS Avalon Gardens, Frank Castellano. 8 p.m. Cedar’s, D.J. Martini. Choices, D.A.R.E. Singles Group Dance.

MONDAY 14 City of Warren Health Semiar, W.D. Packard Music Hall, 1703 Mahoning Ave. N.E., Warren; 330-841-2619 or for additional information call 330-841-2611. 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. 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. The group meets the second Monday of each month. Today’s meeting will feature a Toes Spa Treatment. Please bring a bucket or basin, a towel and your own polish. 9:15-11:15 a.m. Friends of the Library Meeting, Public Library, Boardman Branch, 7680 Glenwood Ave., Boardman; 330-758-1414. The program is “Mount Calvary: A History,” with Louis Joseph. 10 a.m. Baby Brilliant — Time for Babies and Books, Public Library, Canfield Branch, 43 W. Main St., Canfield; 330533-5631. Books, songs, rhymes and more for children ages 6-23 months. 10 a.m. Monthly: Hospice of the Valley’s Common Bond Group, Vienna United Methodist Church, 4265 Warren-Sharon road (old State Route 82); for more information call Hospice of the Valley at 330-7881992 or 1-800-640-5180. The group is cosponsored by Herron’s Funeral Home. 10:30 a.m.-noon. Monthly: Diabetes Support Group Meetings, Conference Room B, Trumbull Memorial Hospital, 1350 E. Market St, Warren; for more information call 330-841-9689. The group meets the second Monday of the month. 1-2 p.m. Free. Blood Drive, Public Library, Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown; 330-744-8636. Held by Humility of Mary Health Partners. 2-6 p.m. Mysterious May! West branch, 2815 Mahoning, Youngstown; 330-799-7171. Games to play and puzzles to solve. For school age children. 4 p.m. Monthly: The Mahoning Valley Spinal Cord Injury Group, Occupational Therapy Department., Hillside Rehabilitation Hospital, Squires Lane, Warren; for information call 330-889-2158. The goals of the group are to assist disabled people in finding programs and agencies that can assit them and provide social activities for all who attend. The group meets the second Monday of the month. 5-7 p.m. Performance: Morgen of Avalon, Public Library, Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown; 330-7448636. Writer and director Carol Weakland will perform her one-woman play based on the legends of King Arthur and told exclusively from Morgen’s viewpoint. 5:30 p.m. Author Visit: Dr. Thomas Schmidlin, McKinley Memorial Auditorium, 40 N. Main St., Niles; 330652-1704, ext. 212. Schmidlin, a meteorologist and a KSU geography professor will talk about his book, “Thunder in the Heartland.”The book, written with his wife, elaborates on the extreme weather conditions Ohioans have experienced during the last 200 years. There will also be a slide show depicting some of the after affects the Buckeye State has endured from severe weather. Call to register. 6:30 p.m.

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THE METRO MONTHLY MAY 2007 | www.metromonthly.net Puppets! Puppets! Puppets! Public Library, Austintown branch, 600 S. Raccoon, Austintown; 330792-6982. A puppet show will be held for children of all ages. The program includes stories, crafts, shadow puppets, marionettes, and a special presentation of “Three Billy Goats Gruff.” 7 p.m. Baby Brilliant: Sharing Books with Talkers, Public Library, Poland Branch, 311 S. Main, Poland; 330-7571852. Learn how to read to your children so they’ll soon be readers too. Discover hear-and-say (dialogic) reading techniques that optimize the development of pre-reading skills necessary for learning to read. The program is for parents, teachers and caregivers of children ages 2-3. Call to sign up. 7-9 p.m. Baseball: Pittsburgh Pirates, PNC Park, 115 Federal St., Pittsburgh, Pa.; 412-323-5000. 7:05 p.m. $110-9. Concert: Seals and Seals, Stambaugh Auditorium, 1000 Fifth Ave., Youngstown; for more information visit www.stambaughonline.com or call the box office at 330-259-0555. Featuring Jim Seals from “Seals and Crofts” and his younger brother, Dan. 8 p.m. Call for admission costs.

MUSIC AT NIGHTSPOTS Cedar’s, Open music jam. Tully’s, Harper. 9 p.m.

TUESDAY 15 Crafts to Go! Public Library, South Branch, 1771 Market St., Youngstown; 330-747-6424. Make-andTake crafts for children of all ages. The program runs during library hours through May 19. Howland Happy Stitchers, Living Lord Lutheran Church, 851 Niles-Cortland Road, Howland; for more information call Margaret Coon at 330-847-9813 or Jane Lewis at 330-638-2916. The group meets the third Tuesday of the month. 10 a.m. Blood Pressure Screening, Public Library, West branch, 2815 Mahoning, Youngstown; 330-799-7171. Held by the “original” Visiting Nurse Association of Mahoning County. 1-3 p.m. Free. Monthly: Hospice of the Valley Craft and Chat, Hospice House Conference Room, 9803 Sharrott Road (behind Assumption Village), North Lima; for more information call Hospice of the Valley at 330788-1992 or 1-800-640-5180. The group is open for those interested in socializing, talking informally to other grievers, and to complete projects for a loved one or oneself. Supplies are provided. Call to register. 1-3:30 p.m. Blood Pressure Screening, Public Library, Struthers Branch, 95 Poland Ave., Struthers; 330-755-3322. Held by the Red Cross. 1-4 p.m. Botanical Pottery: Toad Cottage, Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek MetroParks,Youngstown; 330-7407116. Lynn Cardwell will help participants construct a stoneware ornament for a cottage garden or fairy garden. Call to register. 5:30-8 p.m. $32, $25 (FFRG members). Health and Wellness Walks, Mill Creek Metro Parks, Youngstown; 330-702-3000. Meet at Yellow Creek Park office for a 1-3 mile hike. 6 p.m. Step By Step Bereavement Support Group, Good Hope Lutheran Church, 98 Homestead Drive, Boardman; for more information call Bill Lileas at 330-841-5479 or 1-800-862-3090. A support and educational group for the bereaved that meets the third Tuesday of each month. 6-7:30 p.m. Adult Link Up Golf Clinic, Par 3 Golf Course, Mill Creek MetroParks, Youngstown; 330-740-7114. The clinics are for true beginners. Lessons will focus on swing fundamentals and will cover putting, short game, full swing and course management. Call to register. The clinic meets again Thursday, May 17. 6-8 p.m. $45 (non registered), $35 (registered). Celebrity Story Time with WYTV’s Angee Shaker, Public Library, Campbell Branch, 374 Sanderson Ave., Campbell; 330-755-4227. Meet and talk to WYTV’s Angee Shaker during this family story time. Call to sign up. 7 p.m. Book Signing: Beulah Eastman, Public Library, Poland Branch, 311 S. Main, Poland; 330-757-1852. Eastman will sign copies of the book “Rachel’s House,” which relates the legacy of a family deeply rooted in and reunited by a house. 7 p.m. Mahoning County Computer Club, Canfield Presbyterian Church, 104 Main St., Canfield; for more information call 330-757-9854 or 330-799-1676. Many computer related subjects are discussed. Visitors are welcome. The group meets every third Tuesday of the month. 7-9 p.m. Monthly: RTS Bereavement Support Group, Beeghly Medical Park, Community Learning Center,

Youngstown; for more information or to register call 330-884-2911. The group meets the third Tuesday, and is for people who are dealing with grief from a miscarriage, stillbirth or newborn loss. 7-9 p.m. Baseball: Cleveland Indians, Jacob’s Field, 2401 Ontario St., Cleveland.; 216-420-4200. 7:05 p.m. $46-7. Baseball: Pittsburgh Pirates, PNC Park, 115 Federal St., Pittsburgh, Pa.; 412-323-5000. 7:05 p.m. $110-9. music at nightspots Cedars, Jazz with Teddy Pantelas.

WEDNESDAY 16 Ladies Golf Clinic, Par 3 Golf Course, Mill Creek MetroParks, Youngstown; 330-740-7114. Lessons will focus on swing fundamentals and will cover short game, full swing and course management. Call to register. The clinic meets again Friday, May 18. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. $60 (non registered), $50 (registered). Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support Group, Trumbull Memorial Hospital, Conference Room 1,2, and 3, 1350 E. Market St., Warren; for more information call the Alzheimer’s Association at 330-533-3300 or 1-800-272-3900. 10 a.m. Something Special, Public Library, Springfield Branch, 10719 Main St., Springfield; 330-542-2715. Stories and more for children ages 4-5. Call to sign up. 10:30 a.m. Pizza Herb Garden, Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek MetroParks, Youngstown; 330-740-7116. Each preschooler ages 3-5 with an adult will plant a container of herbs, which are essential ingredients in pizza sauce, to tend and harvest throughout the summer. Call to register. 11 a.m.-noon or 1-2 p.m. Blood Pressure Screenings, Public Librar y, Austintown branch, 600 S. Raccoon, Austintown; 330-792-6982. Held by the Red Cross. 1-3 p.m. RTS Bereavement Support Group, Hillside Rehabilitation Hospital, Medical Education Room, 8747 Squires Lane N.E., Warren; for more information call Bill Lileas at 330-841-5479 or 1-800-862-3090. A support and educational group for the bereaved that meets the third Wednesday of each month. 6-7 p.m. Cancer Patient Support Group, Radiation Oncology Lobby, Trumbull Memorial Hospital Cancer Center Building, 1353 E. Market St, Warren; for more information call 330-841-9376 or 330-841-9399. All meetings are open to the public. The group meets the third Wednesday of the month. 6-7:30 p.m. Free. Baby Brilliant: Sharing Books with Pre-Readers, West branch, 2815 Mahoning, Youngstown; 330-7997171. Learn developmentally appropriate activities and tips for sharing books with children in order to expand their pre-reading skills. For parents, teachers and caregivers of children ages 4-5. Call to sign up. 6-8 p.m. Blood Type Diet Support Group, St. Joe’s Parish Center, 131 W. Quarry St., Newton Falls; for more information call Health Advocate Services at 330872-1577. Dr. Ted Suzelis, N.D., will hod the group for his Canfield and Newton Falls patients on the third Wednesday of the month. 6:30 p.m. $10, $5 (if you bring a blood type friendly dish to share). Simplicity Circle: Monthly Sustainable Living Series, Villa Maria Community Center, Pa.; for more information or to register, call 724-964-8920, ext. 3387. An ongoing discussion on sustainable living. 6:30-8 p.m. Free. Baseball: Cleveland Indians, Jacob’s Field, 2401 Ontario St., Cleveland.; 216-420-4200. 7:05 p.m. $46-7. Baseball: Pittsburgh Pirates, PNC Park, 115 Federal St., Pittsburgh, Pa.; 412-323-5000. 7:05 p.m. $110-9.

MUSIC AT NIGHTSPOTS Cedar’s, Open Stage with the Company. Oscar’s. Tommy Chris. 7:30 p.m. Winston’s Tavern, Live Jazz.

THURSDAY 17 Grant Center: Proposal Writing Basics, Public Library, Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown; 330-744-8636. Designed for new proposal writers or for those requiring a refresher. The program provides the basics of proposal writing for a nonprofit organization. The session covers the key components, signing and packaging of a proposal and directs attendees to further resources for proposal writing, including sample proposals. The program also offers suggestions for contacting a funder if a proposal is turned down. Registration is required. 9:30 a.m. Austintown Stitch and Share, Humanity House, 755

‘Art Bell Discussion Group’: 7 p.m., Saturday, May 19 at Denny’s in Austintown. Ohltown Road, Austintown; for more information call Theresa Campbell at 330-793-1619. The group meets the third Thursday of the month. 10 a.m. Beginning E-Mail Computer Class, Computer Lab, McKinley Birthplace, 40 N. Main, Niles; 330-652-1704, ext. 212. Call to register. 10-11:30 a.m. Friends of Fellows Riverside Gardens Plant Sale: Preview for FFRG Members, Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek MetroParks, Youngstown; 330740-7116. Roses for the home garden, perennials (including for shade gardens), annuals, herbs, shrubs, vegetables and summer bulbs will be available for purchase. The sale runs through Saturday, May 19. 4-7 p.m. Monthly: The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society Support Group, Cancer CareCenter’s Administrative Conference Room, Northside Medical Center, 500 Gypsy Lane, Youngstown; 330-884-4189. The group is for adults or parents of children diagnosed with leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin’s disease and multiple myeloma. The group meets the third Thursday of the month. Call to register. 5-6:30 p.m. Monthly: The Mahoning Valley Rose Society Meeting, Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek MetroParks, Youngstown; 330-740-7116. The society meets every third Thursday. Various programs will include: back to basics of growing roses, rose arranging, garden tours, speakers, slide presentations and more. 6:30 p.m. Dinner Theater: Daniel, Das Dutch Village Inn, 150 E. State Route 14, Columbiana; for reservations call 1-866-482-5050. The play, by The 34west Theater Company, is a contemporary telling of the Old Testament book of Daniel. The show runs May 17-18. 6:45 p.m. (seating begins), 7 p.m. (dinner). $40. Baseball: Cleveland Indians, Jacob’s Field, 2401 Ontario St., Cleveland.; 216-420-4200. 7:05 p.m. $46-7. Baseball: Pittsburgh Pirates, PNC Park, 115 Federal St., Pittsburgh, Pa.; 412-323-5000. 7:05 p.m. $110-9. D.A.R.E. Singles Group Meeting, Disciples Christian Church, 565 Boardman-Canfield Road, Boardman; for more information call 330-757-1440, 330-729-00127 or 330-7933-1484. D.A.R.E. is a singles group for divorced, widowed or separated people. Guests are welcome. 7:30 p.m.

MUSIC AT NIGHTSPOTS Cedar’s, Swing music night. The Core, Latin Night. 9 p.m. Tully’s, Acoustic Open Stage with Steve Vuich. 9 p.m.

FRIDAY 18 Friends of Fellows Riverside Gardens Plant Sale, Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek MetroParks, Youngstown; 330-740-7116. Roses for the home garden, perennials (including for shade gardens), annuals, herbs, shrubs, vegetables and summer bulbs will be available for purchase. The sale runs through

May 19. 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Mary, Mary Quite Contrary, Hale Farm and Village, 2686 Oak Hill Road, Bath; 330-666-3711, or for more information call the Western Reserve Historical Society at 216-721-5722. Children ages 2-6 will visit the Farm’s garden and take home seeds to plant at home. A craft, story and snack is included. Call to register. 10 a.m. or 1 p.m. $8 (non member), $7 (members), free (for one accompanying adult). Once Upon a Time at Hale Farm, See Friday, May 4. 10 a.m. or 1 p.m. $8 (non member), $7 (members), free (for one accompanying adult). Police Memorial Luncheon, Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Hall, Youngstown. 11 a.m. (luncheon and memorial service). Mahoning River Consortium Meetings, Girard Multi-Generational Center, 433 Trumbull Ave., Girard; for more information call Trisha at 330-675-2529, or Kim at 330-779-3800. The meetings are held the third Friday of the month. Board meetings follow general membership meetings. 1-3 p.m. Guitar Lessons, Public Library, Brownlee Woods branch, 4010 Sheridan Road, Youngstown; 330-7822512. Learn the basics of playing the guitar at your own speed. Call to register. Bring your own guitar or one will be provided. The lessons continue May 23 at 4:30 p.m. Today’s lesson is 4 p.m. Boardman Rely for Life, Boardman Center Middle School Stadium, Boardman; for more information contact Shannon Ealy at the American Cancer Society at 1-888-227-6446 or by e-mail at shannon. ealy@cancer.org. The event runs through Saturday, May 19, and it begins with a “Heroes of Hope Honoree Lap” today at 6 p.m. Baseball: Cleveland Indians, Jacob’s Field, 2401 Ontario St., Cleveland.; 216-420-4200. 7:05 p.m. $46-7. Baseball: Pittsburgh Pirates, PNC Park, 115 Federal St., Pittsburgh, Pa.; 412-323-5000. 7:05 p.m. $110-9. Ringworld II, Ward Beecher Planetarium,YSU Campus, One University Plaza, Youngstown; 330-941-1370 or visit www.cc.ysu.edu/physics-astro. An updated fulldome show that highlights some of the images from Saturn, it’s rings and its satellites. Narrated by Star Trek’s John Billingsley. 8 p.m. Free. Concert: ZZ Top, Chevrolet Centre, 229 East Front St., Youngstown; for more information visit www. chevroletcentre.com or Gettix.net. 8 p.m.

MUSIC AT NIGHTSPOTS Avalon Gardens, Frankie and the Sensations. B & O Station, Earthquakers. Cedar’s, My Dear Enemy. Down the Hatch, Redneck Renegade. Frieda’s, Ez Dee. Funny Farm, Greg Warren, 9 p.m. Kuzman’s, Mike Rancone. 8 p.m. Mastropietro Winery, Murphy Morgan. Oscar’s, Richie Dee. 8:30 p.m. Shaker’s, Rudy and the Professionals. 9 p.m. The Wedge, Papa Roach.

SATURDAY 19 Murder Mystery Theater, The B and O Station Banquet Hall, 530 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown; 330480-9859. Featuring “Oy Vey Maria!” Call for show times and admission information. Mercer Mania Borough-Wide Yard Sale, Mercer, Pa.; 724-662-4185. Borough-wide yard sale and merchant sidewalk sale. In-town sale space available. Call to register. The event is sponsored by the Civic Committee and Mercer Area Chamber of Commerce. 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Hunting and Military Relics Show, Eastwood Expo Center, near Eastwood Mall, Youngstown-Warren Road. For information call 330-539-4247. The show runs through May 20. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Friends of Fellows Riverside Gardens Plant Sale, See Friday, May 18. 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Book Discussion: “The Lady and the Panda”, Ford Nature Center, Mill Creek MetroParks, Youngstown; 330-740-7107. Vicki Constantine Croke’s account of American explorer Ruth Harkness will be the topic of discussion. 10 a.m. ...at the Garden 2007, 520 W. Main St., Cortland; for more information call 330-638-1733. A one-day market for art, crafts and antiques. The day also features OSU Trumbull County Master Gardeners’ spring plant sale. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. Spring Classes: Mixed Media, Trumbull Art Gallery,

36 CALENDAR 196-198 E. Market St., Warren; 330-395-4876. A three day class focusing various art supplies and techniques. Call for more information. The class meets through May 21. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. $150. Pymatuning Deer Park Opening Day, 804 East Jamestown Road, Jamestown, Pa.; 724-932-3200. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $6, $5. Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support Group, Struthers Presbyterian Church, Upstairs Parlor, 110 Poland Ave, Struthers; for more information call the Alzheimer’s Association at 330-533-3300 or 1-800272-3900. 10:30 a.m. Pizza Herb Garden, See Wednesday, May 16. 11 a.m.-noon. Garden Forum Spring Flower Show, Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek MetroParks,Youngstown; 330-740-7116. Public entries must be received by 10:30 a.m. today. The show runs through Sunday, May 20. Noon-5 p.m. Super Sky Show, Ward Beecher Planetarium, YSU Campus, One University Plaza, Youngstown; 330-9411370 or visit www.cc.ysu.edu/physics-astro. View an all-puppet sky show hosted by Seymour Sky. 1 or 2:30 p.m. Free. Hanging Petunia Pail, Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek MetroParks, Youngstown; 330-740-7116. Children ages 6 and up with an adult companion will plant pails of colorful petunias to bloom in the summer sun. Weather permitting, meet in the Family Garden to learn about annual and perennial plants. Call to register. 1:30-2:30 p.m. $12, $9. Escalloped Potato and Ham Dinner, The First United Methodist Church, 3711 State Route 46, Mineral Ridge. 4:30-7 p.m. $8, $4, free. A Night of Dance, Stambaugh Auditorium, 1000 Fifth Ave., Youngstown; for more information visit www. stambaughonline.com or call the box office at 330259-0555. Featuring the Don Burns Orchestra. 6-10 p.m. $15 per person. Monthly: Art Bell Discussion Group of Austintown, Denny’s Restaurant, 4927 Mahoning Ave., Austintown; 330-781-0030. The Art Bell Discussion Group of Austintown meets the third Saturday of every month. Topics for discussion include UFOs, the paranormal, metaphysical activity and more. Meetings include speakers and topics featured on past shows. 7 p.m. Youngstown Symphony Chorus Spring Concert, St. John Episcopal Church, 323 Wick Ave., Youngstown; for reservations call 330-881-9517 or visit ysc-online. org. Tickets are buy one get one free if purchased in advance. All students and children are free. 7 p.m. $10 (door). Motown Legends Tour, Chevrolet Centre, 229 East Front St., Youngstown; 330-746-5600. The concert consists of the Temptations Revue, featuring Dennis Edwards;The Miracles, Joe Billingslea and the Contours and the Spyder Turner Show. 7 p.m. $53, $43. Baseball: Cleveland Indians, Jacob’s Field, 2401 Ontario St., Cleveland.; 216-420-4200. 7:05 p.m. $46-7. Baseball: Pittsburgh Pirates, PNC Park, 115 Federal St., Pittsburgh, Pa.; 412-323-5000. 7:05 p.m. $110-9. Concert: Andre Rieu, The “Q” Quicken Loans Arena, One Center Court, Cleveland; 1-800-820-2287. For tickets call the 216-241-2121 or 330-747-1212 or visit www.Qarena.com. 8 p.m. $67, $57, $47. Ringworld II, Ward Beecher Planetarium,YSU Campus, One University Plaza, Youngstown; 330-941-1370 or visit www.cc.ysu.edu/physics-astro. An updated fulldome show that highlights some of the images from Saturn, it’s rings and its satellites. Narrated by Star Trek’s John Billingsley. 8 p.m. Free.

MUSIC AT NIGHTSPOTS Cedar’s, Tilt 360, Beefist, Off the Rocker. Club Leon’s, No Excuse. Dash Inn, Sequel. 10 p.m. Down the Hatch, Redneck Renegde. Downtown Coffee Cafe, John Koebel. Frieda’s, Ez Dee. Funny Farm, Greg Warren, 7:30 or 9:30 p.m. Grist Mill, The Rage. Ice House Inn, Huckin Fillbilly’s. Irish Bob’s, Little Ambition. Kuzman’s, Jack Vasko. Mastropietro Winery, Davis and McKay. Mocha House, Jim Moran. 7:30 p.m. O’Donald’s, Groove Clinic. Piccadilly Parlour, harpist. Noon-2 p.m.

www.metromonthly.net | THE METRO MONTHLY MAY 2007 information call 330-884-3500. For adults diagnosed with myeloma, their adult friends and family. The group meets the third Monday. 6:30 p.m. Habitat for Humanity Monthly Meeting, St. John’s Episcopal Church, 323 Wick Ave., Youngstown; for more information call 330-743-7244 or visit www. hfhofmc.org. Meetings are held the third Monday of the month. 6:30 p.m. Celebrity Story Time with WYTV’s Angee Shaker, Public Library, Struthers Branch, 95 Poland Ave., Struthers; 330-755-3322. Meet and talk to WYTV’s Angee Shaker during this family story time. Call to sign up. 7 p.m. Mahoning County Chapter of the Ohio Genealogical Society Meeting, St. Charles Church, 7325 Westview, Boardman; for more information call Janet at 330-7586366.The group meets the third Monday of the month. This month’s theme is “Family Treasures.”7 p.m. Celebrity Pajama Jam: Sleepy-Time Fun for the Family, Public Library, Poland Branch, 311 S. Main, Poland; 330-757-1852. Wear your pj’s and bring the whole family to listen to bedtime stories read by Mrs. Kijowski, principal of Holy Family School. Call to sign up. 7-7:30 p.m.

MUSIC AT NIGHTSPOTS Cedar’s, Open music jam. Tully’s, Randall Troy Band. 9 p.m.

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‘Motown Legends Tour,’ consisting of the Temptations Revue (featuring Dennis Edwards); the Miracles (pictured); Joe Billingslea and the Contours; and the Spyder Turner Show, occurs at 7 p.m. on Saturday, May 19. SUNDAY 20 2007 Youngstown YMCA Sprint Triathlon, Youngstown YMCA, 17 N. Champion St., Youngstown; 330-480-5656. Participants will swim 500 yards, bike 12 miles and run 3 miles. 7 a.m. $48 (non members), $40 (members). Motorcycle Blessing Fundraiser for Angello Astorga, Immaculate Conception Church, 811 Oak St., Youngstown; for more information or for tickets call 330-747-3533. A brunch will follow the mass and blessing in the school cafeteria. 10 a.m. (mass), 11:30 a.m. (blessing). Garden Forum Spring Flower Show, Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek MetroParks,Youngstown; 330-740-7116. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Garden Party, Plant’s Herb Farm, 104 S. Foster Road, Mercer, Pa.; 724-301-3273. Come decorate a garden hat to wear while drinking tea in the garden. Children are welcome. Call to register. 1-2:30 p.m. Family Tours, MetroParks Farm, Mill Creek MetroParks, Youngstown; 330-533-7572. Bring the family for a wagon tour through the Farm to see what is growing. Tours begin every half hour. Children will make a craft to take home. 1:30-3:30 p.m. 6th Annual Kent State Trumbull/TCTC SME Chapter S-301 Car Show, Kent State University Trumbull Campus, Warren; for more information call Tom Hart at 330-675-8834. Noon (registration), 2 p.m. (judging). $8 (registration fee). Baseball: Cleveland Indians, Jacob’s Field, 2401 Ontario St., Cleveland.; 216-420-4200. 1:05 p.m. $46-7. Baseball: Pittsburgh Pirates, PNC Park, 115 Federal St., Pittsburgh, Pa.; 412-323-5000. 1:35 p.m. $110-9. Cooking Sensations Cooking Classes, The B&O Station Banquet Hall, 530 Mahoning Ave.,Youngstown; 330-480-9859. View the featured chef as he/she prepares a full meal or sampling of food for the class. The class meets one Sunday a month through August and will feature various themes. This month’s theme is “A Taste of Tuscany: Classical Italian Cuisine.” 2 p.m. $35.95. Puzzle Hike, Mill Creek Metro Parks, Youngstown; 330-702-3000. Meet at Ford Nature Center for a 3 mile hike. Hikers will exercise their legs and brains as they try to help solve a nature puzzle around Lake Cohasset. 2 p.m. Children’s Programs: Arts and Crafts, Children’s Museum of the Valley, 139 Boardman St.,Youngstown; 330-744-5914 or visit www.vallykids.org. Call for registration information. 2 p.m. Labyrinth: A Walking Meditation — Path of Loving Kindness, Villa Maria Community Center, Pa.; for more information or to register, call 724-964-8920, ext. 3387. A guided meditation walk. Registration is not required

but is appreciated. 2-4 p.m. $5. Meet the Artist Series: Marian Concert, SS. Peter and Paul Catholic Church, 421 Covington St., Youngstown; 330-747-6762. Featuring Kirk Kupensky, harpist Fedra Anastasiadis and composer Kathy Henkel. 3 p.m. Monthly: PFLAG, First Unitarian Church, 1105 Elm St., Youngstown; 330-746-4693. The Youngstown area’s Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays, is a local chapter of the national support, education, and advocacy organization. Meets the third Sunday. PFLAG provides the opportunity for dialogue about sexual orientation and strives to create a society respectful of human diversity. 3-5 p.m. Free. Wine Sip and Fashion Show, Youngstown Banquet Center (formerly the Krakusy Hall), 2205 South Ave., Youngstown; to audition call 330-720-2485 or 330746-9907. Every third Sunday is a free wine tasting and a fashion show. The show is audience participated so dress to impress. The event is BYOB, and finger foods will be served. 5-9 p.m. $10. Monthly: Irish Music Session, Girard MultiGenerational Center, 433 Trumbull Ave., Girard; 330545-4034. Area Irish music enthusiasts are invited to play traditional tunes on acoustic instruments and sing Irish songs. Meetings are open to the public and occur the third Sunday of each month. 6-8 p.m. Free.

MUSIC AT NIGHTSPOTS Cedar’s, D.J. Martini. Choices, D.A.R.E. Singles Group Dance.

MONDAY 21 Crafts to Go!, Public Library, West branch, 2815 Mahoning, Youngstown; 330-799-7171. Make-andtake crafts for children of all ages. The sessions run through May 26, during library hours. Friends of the Library Meeting, Public Library, Austintown branch, 600 S. Raccoon, Austintown; 330-792-6982. The program “Preparedness and You,” by Walter M. Duzzny will be held. 10 a.m. Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support Group, Antonine Sister’s Adult Day Center, 2691 N. Lipkey Road, North Jackson; for more information call the Alzheimer’s Association at 330-533-3300 or 1-800272-3900. 2 p.m. Beginning Microsoft Excel Computer Class, Computer Lab, McKinley Birthplace, 40 N. Main, Niles; 330-652-1704, ext. 212. Call to register. 5:30-7:30 p.m. Diabetes Evening Class Series, Meeting Room 1,2,3, Trumbull Memorial Hospital, 1350 E. Market St, Warren; for more information call 330-841-9689. A doctor referral is required. The classes are taught by certified diabetes educators. Call to register. 6-8:30 p.m. Monthly: Myeloma Family Support Group, Denny’s Restaurant, 4020 Belmont Ave., Liberty; for more

Healthcare Provider BLS Refresher Course, Ohio One Building, 25 E. Boardman St., Suite 343, Youngstown; to register call the National Safety Council at 330-747-8657. 8 a.m., 1 or 6 p.m. $30. Step by Step Bereavement Support Group, Good Hope Lutheran Church, 98 Homestead Drive, Boardman; for more information call Bill Lileas at 330-841-5479 or 1-800-862-3090. A support and educational group for the bereaved that meets the fourth Tuesday of each month. 1-2:30 p.m. Blood Pressure Screening, Public Library, Poland Branch, 311 S. Main, Poland; 330-757-1852. Held by the Mahoning Chapter of the Red Cross. 1-4 p.m. Monthly: The Embroiderers’ Guild of America, Youngstown Chapter Meeting, I.O.O.F. Hall, Canfield; for more information write to the Youngstown Chapter of EGA or e-mail YoEGA@aol.com. The programs offer instruction on various types of needlework.The group meets on the fourth Tuesday of the month. 10 a.m.noon or 7:30-9 p.m. Mysterious May! Public Library, South Branch, 1771 Market St., Youngstown; 330-747-6424. Games to play and puzzles to solve. For school age children. 4 p.m. Tweens: Shout About TV, Public Library, Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown; 330-744-8636. Bring a friend, play the popular TV trivia game and win prizes. 4:30 p.m. Adult Link Up Golf Clinic, Par 3 Golf Course, Mill Creek MetroParks, Youngstown; 330-740-7114. The clinics are for true beginners. Lessons will focus on swing fundamentals and will cover putting, short game, full swing and course management. Call to register. The clinic meets again Thursday, May 24. 6-8 p.m. $45 (non registered), $35 (registered). Succulent Living Wreath, Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek MetroParks, Youngstown; 330-740-7116. Create a living wreath of plants to enjoy for many seasons. Participants will be instructed in the assembly and care of this wreath. Call to register. 6:30-8:30 p.m. $36, $28 (FFRG). The Audubon Society/Mahoning Valley Meeting, Mill Creek MetroParks Farm, Canfield; for more information leave a voicemail at 1-888-846-8851. The program will include a wagon tour of the Farm and elections of board members for the coming year. 6:30 p.m. (social), 7 p.m. (program begins).

MUSIC AT NIGHTSPOTS Cedars, Jazz with Teddy Pantelas.

WEDNESDAY 23 F O C U S ( Fr i e n d s O f f e r i n g C o m p a s s i o n , Understanding and Support), American Cancer Society Offices, 525 N. Broad St., Canfield; 330-5330546. The group is a breast cancer support self-help group for women that meets the fourth Wednesday of each month. Transportation may be arranged. Call for more information including meeting time. Health and Wellness Walks, Mill Creek Metro Parks, Youngstown; 330-702-3000. Meet at MetroParks Bikeway Trailhead at MetroParks Farm for a 2-4 mile hike. 9 a.m.

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THE METRO MONTHLY MAY 2007 | www.metromonthly.net Kids’ Crew: Everything’s Coming Up Roses and Marigolds, Public Library, Main Library, 305 Wick Ave.,Youngstown; 330-744-8636. Listen to stories, play games, and plant a marigold to take home. For kids in grades K-3. 4 p.m. Diabetes Evening Class Series, Conference Room B, Trumbull Memorial Hospital, 1350 E. Market St, Warren; for more information call 330-841-9689. A doctor referral is required. The classes are taught by certified diabetes educators. Call to register. 6-8:30 p.m. Breastfeeding Basics Class, Meeting Rooms 1,2 and 3, Trumbull Memorial Hospital, 1350 E. Market St, Warren; for more information or to register call 330841-9880. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Monthly: Write On, Write Now, Work in Process Creative Writing Workshop, Pig Iron Press, 26 N. Phelps St., Youngstown; 330-747-6932. Pig Iron Literary and Art Works and Jim Villani, center director, continue their creative writing workshop the fourth Wednesday of each month. Sessions include readings of works and a discussion. Walk-ins or occasional visitors are welcome. 7-9 p.m. $3. Warren Philharmonic Orchestra, W.D. Packard Music Hall, 1703 Mahoning Ave. N.E., Warren; 330-841-2619. Featuring Austin Pendleton. 8 p.m.

MUSIC AT NIGHTSPOTS Cedar’s, Open Stage with the Company. Oscar’s. Tommy Chris. 7:30 p.m. Winston’s Tavern, Live Jazz.

THURSDAY 24 Blood Pressure Screening, Public Library, Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown; 330-744-8636. Held by the “original” Visiting Nurses Association of Mahoning County. 10 a.m.-noon. Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support Group, Alzheimer’s Association Building, Building B, Suite 301, 3695 Boardman-Canfield Road, Boardman; for more information call the Alzheimer’s Association at 330533-3300 or 1-800-272-3900. 1:30 p.m. Romance Readers’ Book Club, Clayman Community Room, McKinley Birthplace, 40 N. Main, Niles; 330-6521704, ext. 207. Call to register. The topics are “Her Only Desire” by Gaelen Foley;“Hot Stuff” by Janet Evanovich and Leanne Banks, and “Take Me Tonight” by Roxanne St. Claire. 6:30 p.m. D.A.R.E. Singles Group Meeting: Guest Speaker, Disciples Christian Church, 565 Boardman-Canfield Road, Boardman; for more information call 330-7571440, 330-729-00127 or 330-7933-1484. D.A.R.E. is a singles group for divorced, widowed or separated people. 7:30 p.m.

MUSIC AT NIGHTSPOTS Cedar’s, Swing music night. The Core, Latin Night. 9 p.m. Tully’s, Acoustic Open Stage with Steve Vuich. 9 p.m.

FRIDAY 25 Memorial Day Sidewalk Sale, Prime Outlets at Grove City, Pennsylvania; 1-888-545-7221. Held during outlet hours. Memorial Day Sidewalk Sale, Shenango Valley Mall, 3303 E.State St., Hermitage, Pa.; 724-346-4564.The sale is being held during mall hours through May 28. Breakfast Botany: Flowers, Fellows Riverside Gardens, 123 McKinley Ave., Youngstown; 330-330740-7116. Today’s morning walk in the gardens will focus on the importance of flowers to plants. The activity also includes a light breakfast. Call Fellows Riverside Gardens to register. 8:30-10 a.m. $8 (not registered), $6 (registered) Clark Clay Art and Pottery Show and Sale, 127 East Beechwood Road, Bessemer, Pa.; 724-667-1301. Wheelthrown and handbuilt pottery and sculpture. The event runs through May 26. It is open to the public. 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Free. Bernardin Lunch and Lecture: The Future of the Church — Changes in the New Millennium, Villa Maria Community Center, Pa.; for more information or to register, call 724-964-8920, ext. 3241. Rev. Richard McBrien offers his reflections on the future of the Catholic Church. Noon-3 p.m. $40 (includes lunch). Camp Fitch’s Memorial Day Family Weekend, Camp Fitch, On Lake Erie, North Springfield, Pa.; for more information call the Camp Fitch Office at 330-7448411. The family retreat runs through Monday, May 28. Call to register. Plan to arrive tonight from 7-9 p.m. $100 (first camper), $100 (second camper), $50 (for each additional camper), free (kids 4 and under).

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‘Ringworld II’: Friday, May 25 at YSU’s Ward Beecher Planetarium Arena Football: Mahoning Valley Thunder vs. Manchester Wolves, Chevrolet Centre, 229 East Front St., Youngstown; for tickets call 1-877-298-1008, 330758-4232 or visit www.mahoningvalleythunder.com. 7:05 p.m. $50-15. Ringworld II, Ward Beecher Planetarium,YSU Campus, One University Plaza, Youngstown; 330-941-1370 or visit www.cc.ysu.edu/physics-astro. An updated fulldome show that highlights some of the images from Saturn, it’s rings and its satellites. Narrated by John Billingsley of “Star Trek.” 8 p.m. Free. Frog Walk II, Mill Creek Metro Parks,Youngstown; 330702-3000. Meet at Vickers Nature Preserve for a 1 mile hike. Hikers will look for additional species of frogs on this second search of the spring season. Please bring flashlights and wear boots. 9 p.m.

MUSIC AT NIGHTSPOTS Buffalo Wild Wings (downtown Youngstown), Party on the Plaza. Cedar’s, Lady Hawk. Down the Hatch, Drivin Wheel. Frieda’s, Ez Dee. Kuzman’s, Eddie and the Edsels. 8 p.m. Mastropietro Winery, Gayle George. Oscar’s. Richie Dee. 8:30 p.m. The Wedge, Rock-N-Relay featuring Erin’s Vineyard, Tilt 360, Relic. 8 p.m.

SATURDAY 26 YMCA 5-Mile Run to Mill Creek Park, YMCA, 17 N. Champion Street, downtown Youngstown; for more information call Maureen Horvath at 330-744-8411. 7 a.m.-2 p.m. (Spin Along), 8 a.m. (kids race), 8:30 a.m. (5K for runners and walkers). $48 (max for family entries), $16 (per person day of race), $14 (per non member), $12 (per member). Start of Summer Wine Fest, Wilhelm Winery, Georgetown Road, Hadley, Pa.; 724-253-3700. Bring family, friends and a blanket to the picnic area where participants can enjoy entertainment, food and Wilhelm wines. Noon-6 p.m. Ringworld II, Ward Beecher Planetarium,YSU Campus, One University Plaza, Youngstown; 330-941-1370 or visit www.cc.ysu.edu/physics-astro. An updated fulldome show that highlights some of the images from Saturn, it’s rings and its satellites. Narrated by Star Trek’s John Billingsley. 1, 2:30 or 8 p.m. Free.

MUSIC AT NIGHTSPOTS Cedar’s, Thee Ben Vee. Club Leon’s, Sonic Age. Down the Hatch, Drivin Wheel. Downtown Coffee Cafe, Jason Antagnole. Frieda’s, Ez Dee. Ice House Inn, The Houesband. Irish Bob’s, Bustin Loose. Kuzman’s, Mikey Dee. Mastropietro Winery, Chasin’ the Blues. McMenamy’s, The Look. Mocha House, Davis & McKay. 7:30 p.m. O’Donald’s. Geo C and the Storm. Piccadilly Parlour, harpist. Noon-2 p.m. The Wedge, Live Comedy. 7 p.m.

Restoration Yoga, Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek MetroParks, Youngstown; 330-740-7116. Dress comfortably and bring your yoga mat and a favorite quote. Call to register. 9-11 a.m. $20. Meditation in Movement, Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek MetroParks, Youngstown; 330-740-7116. Julie Thomas will lead in the Tara Dance. Call to register. Noon-2 p.m. Loveable Llama, MetroParks Farm, Mill Creek MetroParks, Youngstown; 330-533-7572. Members of 4-H are bringing their llamas for exhibiting at the Canfield Fair. See shearing demonstrations, obstacle course maneuvers and other llama activities. 1-4 p.m. Hike: Back to Brocker, Mill Creek Metro Parks, Youngstown; 330-702-3000. Meet at MetroParks Bikeway Trailhead at Kirk Road for a 5 mile hike. Hikers will hike from Austintown to Canfield along the MetroParks Bikeway. The return route will include the 150-acre Brocker Preserve. 2 p.m. Meet the Artist Series: P.O.P. in Concert, SS. Peter and Paul Catholic Church, 421 Covington St., Youngstown; 330-747-6762. Power of Praise will perform. 3 p.m. Live Band and DJ, Youngstown Banquet Center (formerly the Krakusy Hall), 2205 South Ave., Youngstown; to audition call 330-720-2485 or 330746-9907. This is a BYOB event that occurs the fourth Sunday of each month. Finger foods will be served. Participants must be 21 and over. 5-9 p.m. $10.

MUSIC AT NIGHTSPOTS Avalon Gardens, Frank Castellano. 8 p.m. B & O Station, Asbury Jukes. 8 p.m. Cedar’s, D.J. Martini. Choices, D.A.R.E. Singles Group Dance. Tully’s, Max and Terry. 9 p.m.

MONDAY 28 Memorial Day 500, Historic Courthouse Square, Mercer, Pa.; 724-662-2786. Memorial Day activities featuring a band concert, parade and observance. Sponsored by the Memorial Day 500 Committee. 9:30 a.m.

MUSIC AT NIGHTSPOTS Cedar’s, Open music jam. Tully’s, Mem Shannon. 9 p.m.

TUESDAY 29 Health and Wellness Walks, Mill Creek Metro Parks, Youngstown; 330-702-3000. Meet at Ford Nature Center for a 4 mile hike. 6 p.m. Baseball: Pittsburgh Pirates, PNC Park, 115 Federal St., Pittsburgh, Pa.; 412-323-5000. 7:05 p.m. $110-9.

MUSIC AT NIGHTSPOTS Cedars, Jazz with Teddy Pantelas.

WEDNESDAY 30 Book Signing: Joe Miller, Public Library, Poland Branch, 311 S. Main, Poland; 330-757-1852. Miller will sign copies of the book “Walking on Flamingo,” which takes readers on a journey of a frustrated actor who tries to get the right breaks. 7 p.m. Baseball: Pittsburgh Pirates, PNC Park, 115 Federal St., Pittsburgh, Pa.; 412-323-5000. 7:05 p.m. $110-9.

MUSIC AT NIGHTSPOTS Avalon Gardens, Bobby Remp. 6 p.m. Cedar’s, Open Stage with the Company. Oscar’s. Tommy Chris. 7:30 p.m. Winston’s Tavern, Live Jazz.

THURSDAY 31 Shout About Movies, Public Library, Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown; 330-744-8636. Bring a friend and your movie knowledge. Prizes will be awarded. For teens in grades 7-12. 4 p.m. Baseball: Cleveland Indians, Jacob’s Field, 2401 Ontario St., Cleveland.; 216-420-4200. 7:05 p.m. $46-7. Baseball: Pittsburgh Pirates, PNC Park, 115 Federal St., Pittsburgh, Pa.; 412-323-5000. 7:05 p.m. $110-9. D.A.R.E. Singles Group Meeting, Disciples Christian Church, 565 Boardman-Canfield Road, Boardman; for more information call 330-757-1440, 330-729-00127 or 330-7933-1484. D.A.R.E. is a singles group for divorced, widowed or separated people. Guests are welcome. 7:30 p.m.

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Nightclub Directory Editor’s note: Unless noted, the 330 area code precedes each phone listed in this directory.

YOUNGSTOWN-WARREN AREA Avalon Gardens, 1719 Belmont, Youngstown; 747-7800. Avalon Inn, 9519 E. Market St., Howland; 856-1900. Avon Oaks, 1401 N. State St., Girard; 545-1951. Barley’s, 21 W. Federal St., Youngstown; 743-6480. Bill’s Place, 4771 Mahoning, Austintown; 270-1703. Blue Wolf, 1295 Boardman-Canfield Rd.; 726-1736. Cafe Azur, 4150 Market St., Boardman; 783-5500. Cedar’s Cafe, 23 N. Hazel, Youngstown; 743-6560. The Cellar, 162 S. Bridge St., Struthers; 750-0199. Chestnut St. Cafe, 23 Chestnut, Sharon; 724-346-1414. Choices, 1620 Motor Inn Drive, Liberty; 759-0606. Chophouse, 1 American Way, Howland; 856-2121. Club Leon’s, 1111 Niles-Cortland Road; 856-3627. The Core, 36 W. Federal St., Youngstown; 747-2673. Down the Hatch, 3101 Mahoning Ave.; 799-3449. Downtown Coffee Cafe, 29 N. Main, Hubbard; 534-1199. Drunken Jacks’, 1714 Boardman-Poland Road; 757-1490. Fifth Season, 7098 Mahoning, Austintown; 799-3483. Fireplace, 2075 E. Western Reserve Road; 757-4042. Frieda’s, Belmont at Rayen, Youngstown; 746-9003. Friends Roastery, 474 E. State St., Salem; 337-6962. Funny Farm, 1620 Motor Inn, Liberty; 759-4242. Grist Mill, 174 Raccoon Road, Austintown; 792-1949. Horseshoe Bar, 206 E. Market St., Warren; 395-SHOE. Ice House Inn, Webb at 46, Mineral Ridge; 544-8800. Imbibe, 124 W. Federal St., Youngstown; 743-1266. Irish Bob’s, 3602 South Ave., Youngstown; 788-0011. J&W’s Other Club, W. Middlesex, Pa.; 724-528-2501. Johnny’s, 7807 Market St., Boardman; 758-8262. Kuzman’s, 1025 S. State St., Girard; 545-8995. Leo’s Ristorante, 7042 E. Market, Howland; 856-5291. McMenamy’s, 325 Youngstown Road; 544-1732. Mocha House, 467 High St., Warren; 392-3020. O’Donald’s, 6000 Mahoning, Austintown; 792-2285. Oscar’s, 1315 Boardman-Canfield Road; 965-0800. Piccadilly Parlour, 114 S. Broad, Canfield; 533-4749. Plush, 2700 Market St., Youngstown; 781-9670. Powerhouse, 999 Mahoning Ave., Warren; 394-5106. Royal Oaks, 924 Oak St., Youngstown; 744-5501. Salty Grog’s, 1203 Boardman-Poland Road; 726-6690. Selah, 130 S. Bridge St., Struthers; 330-755-2759. Shakers, 4520 Belmont Ave., Liberty; 759-0465. Tangier, Youngstown-Poland Road; 750-6140. Timberlanes, 544 E. Pershing Ave., Salem; 337-9572. TJ’s, 7410 South Ave., Boardman; 726-1611. Tully’s, 110 Connelly, Sharon, Pa.; 724-981-3123. University Pizzeria, 133 Lincoln, Youngstown; 743-9244. Utopia, 876 E. Midlothian, Youngstown; 781-9000. The Wedge, S. Raccoon, Austintown; 792-1216. Youngstown Maennerchor, 831 Mahoning; 746-9322.

MAJOR PERFORMANCE VENUES Boardman Performing Arts Center, 7777 Glenwood Ave., Boardman; 330-758-7511. Chevrolet Centre, 221 E. Front St., Youngstown. Tickets: 330-746-5600, ext. 7. Edward W. Powers Auditorium, 260 W. Federal St., Youngstown. Box office: 330-744-0264. Morley Pavilion, Wick Recreation Area, Mill Creek MetroParks, Youngstown; 330-702-3000. Holiday Inn MetroPlex, 1620 Motor Inn Drive, Liberty; 330-759-0606. Oakland Center for the Arts, 220 W. Boardman St., Youngstown; 330-746-0404. W.D. Packard Music Hall, 1703 Mahoning Ave., NW, Warren. Box office: 330-841-2619. Stambaugh Auditorium, 1000 Fifth Ave.,Youngstown; Office: 330-747-5175. Box office: 330-259-0555. Youngstown Playhouse, 600 Playhouse Lane, Youngstown. Box office: 330-788-8739. Compiled by The Metro Monthly staff.

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APARTMENTS AVAILABLE BEAUTIFUL CENTURY HOME IN QUIET NEIGHBORHOOD A SHORT WALK FROM YSU CLEAN, FRESHLY PAINTED 1-BEDROOM APARTMENT ON 2ND FLOOR. NEW KITCHEN AND BATHROM FLOOR AND FIXTURES. NICELY FURNISHED. SINGLE OCCUPANCY $479/MO. INCLUDES GAS, HEAT, WATER. QUAINT 1-BEDROOM APARTMENT ON 3RD FLOOR. COZY SITTING ROOM. SPACIOUS STORAGE. LIKE-NEW KITCHEN APPLIANCES. COMFORTABLY FURNISHED. SINGLE OCCUPANCY. $425/MONTH INCLUDES GAS, HEAT AND WATER.

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330-746-5933 APARTMENT WANTED, Looking to rent room in clean, quiet home in safe neighborhood. Clean, quiet, safe tenant. Call Ann after 5 p.m. 330-743-1781. (4-07) HOUSE FOR RENT NEAR YSU, Clean 3 bedroom house. Quiet North Side neighborhood two blocks from YSU. New paint, updated bathroom, newer stove and refrigerator. Annual lease, references and security deposit required. $550 per month. Available for immediate occupancy. 330-742-7595. (407) APARTMENT FOR RENT, West Side of Youngstown sleeping room, share kitchen/bath. $225/ month. 330-792-8712. (4-07).

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