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VALLEY UDPATE Probate judge to swear in MetroParks commissioners Dr. Robert J. Durick and John M. Ragan, newly appointed commissioners to the board of Mill Creek MetroParks, will be sworn in by Mahoning County Probate Court Judge Mark A. Belinky at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 6. The swearing in will be held in the Maxcine Antonucci Horticulture Library, located in the D.D. and Velma Davis Visitors Center at Fellows Riverside Gardens. The public is invited to attend to meet the new commissioners.
MAHONING VALLEY Mill Creek MetroParks is beautiful, but have you experienced it lately? We know the Mill Creek MetroParks is there. We drove past many times and drove through once a few months ago, on the way to somewhere else. We may slow down to catch a vista or two – the park is chock full of them. We have been to Fellows Riverside Gardens for a wedding and were at the Lanterman’s Mill for the Christmas exhibit. We even attended a company picnic at Wick Recreation Area, but do we know the park? According to one park official, most of the traffic through Mill Creek is vehicular – a pity, since one cannot properly experience the park in a car.
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HEALTH & FITNESS Modified blood adult stem-cell transplant effectively reverses sickle-cell disease A modified blood adult stem-cell transplant regimen has effectively reversed sickle cell disease in nine of 10 adults who had been severely affected by the disease, according to results of a National Institutes of Health study in the Dec. 10 issue of the New England Journal of Medicine. The trial was conducted at the NIH Clinical Center in Bethesda, Md., by NIH researchers at the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute, and the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases.
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YSU Corridor - Price Reduction! Commercial investment bldg. plus vacant lot. 50x111. Needs work. Approved buyers. Elm St., 2 stories, 4,040 s.f. Near intersection of Elm and Madison. Building is within about a half block from the new YSU student apartments being built on Elm St. in the vicinity of Cafaro Dormitory and YSU. Quick access to grocery, routes 680, 422, 193, downtown Youngstown, St. E’s, new Walmart, new CVS drug store. Will package with other investment property in the area. Selling as is. Looking at all offers now. MLS #3035655. $72,000 Off-campus housing investment opportunity! YSU corridor area. Baldwin, 2 stories, 1,232 s.f. Will need work! Approved buyers, please. This home has had some updating and repairs. Quick access to YSU, grocery, St. E’s, new Walmart, new CVS drug store, St. E’s, Wick Park, downtown Youngstown, Routes 680 and 422. Selling as is. Looking at all offers. Will package with other investment property in the area. MLS #3042527. $7,200
Investment property opportunity! YSU corridor area. Will need WORK! Madison Ave., 2 stories, 3,164 s.f. Approved buyer, please. 3,164 s.f. Perfect location for off-campus student housing. Within walking (side walked) distance of YSU campus. Quick access to grocery, Wick Park, downtown Youngstown, St. E’s, new Walmart, new CVS drug store, Routes, 680, 422, 193. Selling as is. Will package with other investment property in the area. Looking at all offers now! MLS #3041630. $7,400 Investment property opportunity! YSU corridor area. Very rough condition. Will need WORK. Approved buyers, please. Woodbine Avenue, 2 stories, 2,146 sq. ft. Perfect for off campus student housing. Nearby access to YSU, grocery, downtown Youngstown, sidewalks for walking students, Wick Park, St. E’s, new Walmart, new CVS drug store, Routes 422. Will package with other investment property in the area. As-is. Looking at all offers. MLS #3035657. $3,000
Investment opportunity! YSU corridor area. Very rough condition. Will need a lot of work. Approved buyers, please! Baldwin Ave., 2 stories, 1,810 s.f. Great location for off campus student housing. Fixer upper. Quick access to: YSU, grocery, Wick Park, downtown Youngstown, sidewalks for student travel, St. E’s, new Walmart, new CVS drug store, Routes 680, 422. No disclosures available. Selling as is. Will package with other investment property in the area. Looking at all offers now. MLS #3035652. $6,000 Investment property! YSU corridor area. Will need a lot of work. Approved buyers, please. Woodbine Ave., 2 stories, 2,594 s.f. Great location for off campus student housing. Quick accesss to YSU, grocery, Wick Park, downtown Youngstown, St. E’s, routes 680 and 422, sidewalks for student travel, new Walmart, new CVS drug store. Selling as is. Will package with other investment property. Looking at all offers. MLS #3035658. $11,000
Great investment opportunity for off-campus housing. YSU corridor area. Very rough condition. Will need a lot of work. Approved buyers, please. Bryson St., 2 stories, 2,380 s.f. Quick access to YSU, sidewalks for student travel, grocery, Wick Park, downtown Youngstown, St. E’s, Routes 193, 680, 422, new Walmart, new CVS drug store. Fixer upper. No disclosures. Will package with other investment property in the area. Looking at all offers now. MLS #3035653. $10,000 Great investment opportunity for off-campus housing. YSU corridor area. Rough condition. Will need work. Approved buyers, please. Bryson St. 2 stories, approx. 2,400 s.f. Quick access to YSU, grocery, Wick Park, Stambaugh Auditorium, downtown Youngstown, St. E’s, Routes 680, 193, 422, sidewalks for student travel, new Walmart, new CVS drug store. Decent condition. Architect designed. Will package with other investment property in the area. Well worth a look. Looking at offers now. MLS #3035654. $10,000
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Great investment opportunity! YSU corridor. Very rough condition. Will need work. Approved buyers please. Ideal for off campus student housing. Illinois Ave., 2 stories, 2,500 s.f. Quick access to YSU, grocery, new Walmart, new CVS drug store, St. E’s, Wick Park, downtown Youngstown, Routes 680 & 422. Selling as is. 15 year tenant on site. Looking at all offers. MLS #3035656. $12,500 Commercial investment property. YSU corridor. Vacant lot located at the corners of Elm Street and Park Avenue across from the updated Wick Park entrance. Lot will be sold AS IS. Looking at all offers. Parking lot useful. MLS #3059164. $2,500
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COMMUNITY JOURNAL Probate judge to swear in MetroParks commissioners
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r. Robert J. Durick and John M. Ragan, newly appointed commission-
ers to the board of Mill Creek MetroParks, will be sworn in by Mahoning County Probate Court Judge Mark A. Belinky at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 6. The swearing in will be held in the Maxcine Antonucci Horticulture Library, located in the D.D. and Velma Davis Visitors Center at Fellows Riverside Gardens. The public is invited to attend to meet the new commissioners. “It is a historic day for the Park with the appointment of board members from areas of Mahoning County that have not been represented on the Board of Park Commissioners,” said Belinky. Durick, a graduate of Struthers High School, Youngstown State University and The Ohio State University College of Dentistry, is a dentist in private practice in Boardman. He spent two summers volunteering with the late Dr. John R. White on the excavation of the Mill Creek Furnace near Pioneer Pavilion in Mill Creek Park. He is a member of the American Dental Association, past Secretary of St. Elizabeth Health Center’s dental staff and is on staff at both St. Elizabeth Health Center in Youngstown and Boardman and Western Reserve Care System. Ragan is a Cardinal Mooney High School Graduate and received his bachelor of science degree from Youngstown State University. He is the owner of Buckeye Beverage in Niles and is an Air Force veteran. Ragan is past president of the St. Christine Holy Name Society, a member of the Ancient Order of Hibernians and a recipient of Rotary International’s Paul Harris Fellowship Award.
Commissioners renew pact with Regional Chamber
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he Board of Mahoning County Commissioners unanimously agreed to have the Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber continue to perform economic development services on behalf of the county during a Dec. 11 vote. The vote will renew the commissioner’s contract with the Regional Chamber for one year. The Regional Chamber’s scope of services includes overseeing the county’s Enterprise Zone and Community Reinvestment Area tax abatement programs. These programs provide important incentives and serve as major inducements for business attraction and expansion efforts. “We are very pleased that the commissioners and the Regional Chamber renewed their economic development partnership,”
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Construction continued in late December on the first of a four building student apartment complex north of the YSU campus. The proposed development is called the Flats at Wick. U.S. Campus Suites LLC recently demolished the former Electrochemicals Inc. complex, which in recent years had housed a coney island restaurant, car wash, coffee shop and thrift store. U.S. Campus Suites President Dominic Marchionda is building a 115 bed student apartment building in the block bounded by Elm, Bryson, Madison Avenue and the West Bound Service Road of the Madison Avenue Expressway. Last spring, the YSU Board of Trustees agreed to lease the parcel for 40 years to U.S. Campus Suites for $110,000. At the end of the lease, the university will gain control of the building.
said Walter Good, Regional Chamber vice president, Economic Development, Business Retention and Expansion. “This relationship and administration of these tax abatement programs have yielded significant successes. Recent examples include Patriot Special Metal’s new 210,000- square-foot, $64 million North Jackson complex and McHenry Industries’ new 41,000- square-foot, $4.2 million Austintown plant,” Good said.
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our Youngstown State University students have been awarded the Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship to study abroad during the spring semester. This is the second consecutive semester that YSU students have won the prestigious scholarship. YSU students awarded scholarships this spring semester are: Michael Dukes, a history major with a minor in English, who will be studying at Yeditepe University in Istanbul, Turkey,
will receive $4,000. Tracey Roscoe, a general education major with minors in psychology and American Studies, who will also be studying at Yeditepe University in Istanbul, Turkey, will receive $4,000. Christina Weatherspoon, a geography major, who will be studying at Christ University in India, will receive $4,500. Scott Finamore, a sociology major with a minor in mMusic, who will be studying at Rangsit University in Bangkok, Thailand, will receive $5,000. The students join a growing number of YSU students studying abroad. In the fall semester, 15 students studied overseas. This spring semester, more than 24 students are scheduled to study abroad. The Gilman Scholarship program offers a competition for awards for undergraduate study abroad and was established by the International Academic Opportunity Act of 2000. Sponsored by the U.S. Department of State Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, the congressionally– funded scholarship program is admin-
istered by the Institute of International Education through its Southern Regional Center in Houston. Since the inception of the scholarship in 2001, nearly 19,000 applications have been received and less than 5,000 scholarships have been awarded.
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BEHIND HOMEPLATE Casey Malone talks “Homeplate” this month on www.metromonthly.net
explore the mahoning valley: part of an ongoing series
The beauty of Mill Creek Park is obvious, but stop to take it in BY NATHALIE TAGHABONI
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n the winter months, most folks prefer to stay at home near the fireplace. Yet there is a place that may be worth the effort of getting all bundled up and heading outside to visit. Unlike an increasing number of things these days, this place is open year round, is kid friendly, always age appropriate, is free to attend and is quite simply beautiful. We know the Mill Creek MetroParks is there. We drove past many times and drove through once a few months ago, on the way to somewhere else. We may slow down to catch a vista or two – the park is chock full of them. We have been to Fellows Riverside Gardens for a wedding and were at the Lanterman’s Mill for the Christmas exhibit. We even attended a company picnic at Wick Recreation Area, but do we know the park? According to one park official, most of the traffic through Mill Creek is vehicular – a pity, since one cannot properly experience the park in a car. The holiday credit card bills are coming in and making ends meet is a crucial and stressful matter. So it is fortunate that we have something so close to help clear the head and soothe the nerves. Park the car at any one of the convenient spots and discover the natural balm that is Mill Creek MetroParks. It is healthful to unplug the omnipresent technology, throw on a warm coat and hat and take a walk. You may be surprised to find that though you never thought hiking was your thing, a leisurely walk on one of the trails will do for you what no Ipod or high speed Internet connection can. Can’t handle the rough terrain on the trails? How about a stroll along the well-paved paths that wind and turn throughout the 4,400 acres? No? Try a saunter at Fellows. The Davis Center always has an exhibit going on. When you tire, you can sit with a cup of tea in the Garden Café and gaze out at the stunning Lake Glacier view. The Ford Nature Center is another of the public secrets in the park. If you have been trying to capture a photo of a chickadee, or any of the dozens of wildlife species that call the park home, then head over to the Center for an exhibit or talk. There is the Virginia J. Axtmann Nature Trail, that offers a chance to capture some of the wildlife on film. Once you get that shot of a lifetime, enter it in the park’s nature photography exhibit – bragging rights for getting a ribbon is worth its weight in gold. The park belongs to us, right here – a year round gift unlike any other.
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At left: The Suspension Bridge at Hiawatha Flatsm just one of the many nice surprises to be found in Mill Creek MetroParks.
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Above: one of the three lakes found in the park. Below: berries in winter
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The quiet serenity of Mill Creek in winter
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Joggers near the Suspension Bridge at Hiawatha Flats
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Blood stem-cell transplant reverses sickle cell disease FROM THE NATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH
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modified blood adult stem-cell transplant regimen has effectively reversed sickle cell disease in nine of 10 adults who had been severely affected by the disease, according to results of a National Institutes of Health study in the Dec. 10 issue of the New England Journal of Medicine. The trial was conducted at the NIH Clinical Center in Bethesda, Md., by NIH researchers at the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute, and the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases. “This trial represents a major milestone in developing a therapy aimed at curing sickle cell disease,” said NIDDK Director Griffin P. Rodgers M.D., a co-author of the paper. “Our modified transplant regimen changes the equation for treating adult patients with severe disease in a safer, more effective way.” Sickle cell disease is caused by an altered gene that produces abnormal hemoglobin, the protein in normal red blood cells that carries oxygen throughout the body. When affected red cells lose oxygen, they collapse into a sickle, or C, shape and become stiff and sticky. Clumps of these cells block blood flow and can cause severe pain, organ damage from lack of oxygen, and stroke. Anemia often develops in people with the disease because sickle cells die off quickly and bone marrow does not make new ones fast enough. In trials by other investigators, nearly 200 children with severe sickle cell disease were cured with bone marrow transplants after undergoing a regimen in which their own marrow was completely destroyed with chemotherapy. That regimen, however, had proven too toxic for adults, who have years of accumulated organ damage from the disease and are less able to tolerate complete marrow transplantation. In contrast to the established method in children, this adult trial sought to reduce toxicity by only partially replacing the bone marrow. The much longer lifespan of normal red blood cells, compared to sickle red blood cells, allows the healthy cells to outlast and completely replace the disease-causing cells. To achieve this goal, the investigators used a low dose of radiation to the whole body and two drugs, alemtuzumab and sirolimus, to suppress the immune system. Alemtuzumab depletes immune cells, but does not adversely affect blood stem cells. Sirolimus does not block the activation of immune cells, but inhibits their proliferation, creating a balance that potentially helps prevent rejection
A modified blood adult stem-cell transplant regimen has effectively reversed sickle cell disease in nine of 10 adults affected by the disof the new stem cells. The radiation favorably conditions the bone marrow, where donor stem cells move in and begin producing new, healthy red blood cells. After a median two and one half years followup, all 10 recipients were alive and sickle cell disease was eliminated in nine. “Our patients have had a remarkable change in their lives,“ said John F. Tisdale, M.D., the trial's principal investigator in the NIH Molecular and Clinical Hematology Branch. “They are no longer being admitted to the hospital for frequent pain crises, they have been able to stop chronic pain medications, go back to school and work, get married and have children. Given these results, our regimen will likely have broad application to other nonmalignant diseases and can be performed at most transplant centers.” Transplanted cells or tissue are known as grafts. To reduce the possibility of the immune system's rejection of the graft or development of graft-versus-host disease, in which immune cells from the donor attack the recipient's tissues, investigators tested the patient and the potential donor to determine if they are a good immunological match. This is called human leukocyte antigen (HLA) typing. The investigators performed HLA typing on 112 people with severe sickle cell disease and 169 healthy siblings. Of these, 10 patient-sibling identical matches were
found. Blood stem cells collected from the blood of healthy donors were then infused into their siblings, ages 16 to 45 years. This relatively low toxicity regimen allowed patients to become tolerant to the donor immune cells and to achieve stable mixed donor chimerism. Chimerism is a condition in which an individual has two genetically distinct types of cells in the blood. This mixture of host and donor cells was sufficient to reverse sickle cell disease. In most patients the donor's red blood cells completely replaced the recipient’s. “Remarkably, the treatment did not result in graft-versus-host disease for any of the participants,” noted Susan B. Shurin, M.D., acting director of the NHLBI. GVHD is a common complication of stem cell transplantation and can lead to serious problems, such as rash, diarrhea and nausea, liver disease, or death. “We are continuing to explore better treatments with fewer side effects to help the millions of sickle cell patients worldwide. This is a very important study because it lessens the toxicity of a therapy known to be highly effective.” In the United States, approximately 80,000 people have sickle cell disease, found mainly in people of African ancestry. It occurs to a lesser extent in people of Hispanic, Middle Eastern, Asian and white ancestry. Worldwide, millions of people have sickle cell disease. The pain and complications associated with sickle cell disease can have a profound impact on patients' quality of life, ability to work, and long-term health and well-being. One of the main obstacles in treating a larger number of African-Americans with sickle cell disease is the relative lack of an available HLA-matched donor. Dr. Tisdale explained, “Most white Americans can easily find a matched donor in the unrelated bone marrow or cord blood registries; yet when we screened a number of the people in our trial who were without an HLA-matched sibling donor, we could not find a compatible unrelated donor." However, there may be a way beyond this health care disparity, Tisdale indicated. If participants in the current trial continue to do well with their transplants it may be possible to move to what he calls “haplo-transplantation,” or a halfmatch from a sibling, parent or child. “This would allow most people with sickle cell disease to be treated and enjoy a better quality of life,” he said.
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Policyholder protections went into effect last fall
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he Ohio Department of Insurance and all insurance companies that do business in the state of Ohio recently initiated new procedures designed to protect policyholders’ personal information. Insurance companies will be required to report any loss of policyholder information within their possession to the Ohio Department of Insurance within 15 days of the discovery that the information has been lost or stolen. Ohio Department of Insurance Director Mary Jo Hudson issued the announcement in mid-September. “Personal information” means an individual’s name, consisting of the individual’s first name or first initial and last name, in combination with: a Social Security number, or a driver’s license number or state identification number, or a bank/credit/debit card or account number. “Loss of Control” means the unauthorized access to, unauthorized acquisition of, or disappearance of any personal information, including with respect to computerized data the unauthorized access to and/or acquisition of that computerized data that compromises the security or confidentiality of personal information. The reporting procedures will be part of the Ohio Department of Insurance’s risk assessment responsibilities and will extend to agents that are appointed by an insurance company. Insurance companies will be required to educate their agents about this obligation. Ohio insurance consumers with questions and concerns about their insurance can call the department’s consumer hotline at 1-800-686-1526. Free information can also be obtained at www.insurance.ohio.gov.
‘Game of Hope’ set for Jan. 23 at Beeghly
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he Hope Foundation of the Mahoning Valley presents the 6th Annual Game of Hope Charity Classic at 4 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 23 in Beeghly Center on the campus of Youngstown State University. The Game of Hope is a celebrity basketball game that benefits chronically and terminally ill children. Hope Foundation of the Mahoning Valley is a non–profit organization and its mission is to furtherance of charitable and financial support and volunteer services to and for chronically and/or terminally ill children on a local and regional level. The game is conducted in conjunction with television stations 27 First News & FOX 17/62; WYTV & MyYTV; radio stations 95.9 KISS–FM, MIX 98.9, & News Radio 570 WKBN, Accent Media, UAW Locals 1714 & 1112, NEOEA (North Eastern Ohio Education Association) and the Lamar Advertising Company. The game features squads comprised of celebrities, dignitaries and the news media. Donations are being accepted on–line, mail or by stopping at any Home Savings and Loan Co. branch. For more information, visit www.hopemv.org. Compiled from local and regional reports.
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Lower back pain? Yoga therapy may help FROM THE HARVARD HEALTH LETTER
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oga has become a familiar part of the health and fitness scene in the United States. Nearly 16 million Americans currently practice yoga. Although many people turn to yoga to ease stress and improve overall health, a growing number have specific medical aims and are following the recommendations of their doctors. According to a September 2009 study in the journal Spine, yoga therapy can reduce pain and imAccording prove function in people with chronic low back pain. to a 2009 Chronic low back pain – destudy in fined as pain that lasts more than three months – is notothe journal riously difficult to treat. Not Spine, yoga surprisingly, it drives many therapy can sufferers to turn to alternative and complementary therareduce pain pies in search of relief. The and improve Spine study is the second of two randomized trials to test function in a specific form of yoga called people with Iyengar (pronounced eye-engar) yoga, which is based on chronic low the teachings of B.K.S. Iyengar, one of the world’s most wellback pain. known living yoga teachers. ◆ Iyengar yoga vs. classic hatha yoga – Most yoga taught and practiced in this country is hatha yoga, which combines: classic poses (asanas), controlled breathing, and deep relaxation or meditation. Iyengar is a type of hatha yoga that uses props such as blankets, blocks, benches, and belts to help people perform the poses to the fullest extent possible even if they lack experience or have physical limitations. The emphasis is on precise physical alignment, with trained teachers adjusting everything from the position of the shoulders to the angle of the toes. ◆ What the research revealed – With funding from the National Institutes of Health’s National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine, researchers at West Virginia University enrolled 90 adults to participate in a yearlong trial comparing the effects of Iyengar yoga therapy with those of standard medical care. Participants ranged in age from 23 to 66, and all were suffering chronic low back pain. About half of them were assigned to 24 weeks of a twice-weekly, 90minute regimen approved by B.K.S. Iyengar and taught by a certified Iyengar yoga instructor and two assistants with experience in teaching yoga therapy to people with chronic low back pain. On days when they didn’t have a yoga class, they were instructed to practice at home for 30 minutes using a DVD, props, and an instruction manual. The rest of the participants (the control group) continued with usual medical care and were followed with monthly telephone calls to gather information about their medications or other therapies. All subjects reported on functional disability, pain intensity, depression, and medication use at the start of the study, midway through (12 weeks), immediately afterward (24 weeks), and at a follow-up six months later. Compared with the control group, the Iyengar group experienced a 29 percent reduction in functional disability, a 42 percent reduction in pain, and a 46 percent reduction in depressive symptoms at 24 weeks. There was also a greater trend toward lower medication use in the yoga group. There were no reports of adverse effects. Six months after the trial ended, 68 percent of the yoga group was still practicing yoga — on average, three days a week for at least 30 minutes. Their levels of functional disability, pain, and depression had increased slightly but were still lower than those of the control group. ◆ The study had limitations – a small number of participants, as well as reliance on the participants’ own reports of symptoms and disability. Also, the control group, on average, had been suffering back pain longer than the yoga group. Still, the results are consistent with findings from other studies of yoga for low back pain. © 2010, The Harvard Medical School. Used with permission.
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Ski resorts, sledding, fitness classes – time to work off holidays BY MARK C. PEYKO
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he Youngstown-Warren area offers a number of natural areas and facilities where residents can enjoy wintertime activities. Recreational opportunities range from leisurely outdoor walks to competitive team sports. Many city, township and village parks offer league play, organized hikes and other structured recreational activities this time of year. Natural beauty abounds in the area and access to much of it is free. Consult the Metro Monthly calendar for additional information on wintertime hikes and activities. The following directory lists local outdoor facilities and places that offer indoor fitness and recreation.
IN THIS SECTION PARKS & NATURE AREAS FITNESS & COMMUNITY CENTERS INDIVIDUAL ACTIVITIES/SPORTS TEAM SPORTS FITNESS CLASSES PARKS & REC DEPARTMENTS City of Warren Parks and Recreation Department, 521 Main Ave., S.W., Warren; 330-841-2641. Parks are open from 7 a.m. until dark. Call for facility rentals at Packard and Perkins parks and the Log Cabin. City of Youngstown Parks and Recreation Department, Youngstown City Hall, 26 S. Phelps St., Youngstown; 330-742-8711. Parks are open 7 a.m. until dark. Call 330-742-8711 for facility rentals or information. Mill Creek MetroParks, 7574 ColumbianaCanfield Road, Canfield; 330-702-3000. Visit www. millcreekmetroparks.com for more information.
PARKS & NATURE AREAS Austintown Township Park, 6000 Kirk Road, Austintown; 330-799-6989. Offers a metered walking trail, nature trail and the “Braille Trail,” a guided course for the visually-impaired. Park closes after dark. Boardman Township Park, 375 Boardman-Poland Road, Boardman; 330-726-8105. Offers a walking trail in a young forest with various trail off-shoots. Geneva State Park, 4499 Padanarum Road, Geneva, Ohio; 440-466-8400 (park office), 440-466-7565 (marina). Lodge reservations: 1-800-801-9982 or www. thelodgeatgeneva.com. Geneva State Park offers hiking trails and lodging. The Lodge and Conference Center, a $12 million facility, features 109 guest rooms, a restaurant, indoor pool, gift shop and wine-tasting room. Pets are permitted in the park. Guilford Lake State Park, 6835 East Lake Road, Lisbon; 330-222-1712. Guilford Lake State Park is located on the west fork of the Little Beaver Creek. Park offerings include a 518-acre wildlife area and a half-mile hiking trail. Pets permitted. Lake Milton State Park, 16801 Mahoning Ave., Lake Milton; 330-654-4989. Lake Milton State Park features over 1,000 land and 1,685 water acres. The reservoir is home to all types of waterfowl and shorebirds. Pets are permitted in the park, but must be on a leash. Mill Creek MetroParks, 7574 Columbiana-Canfield Road, Canfield; 330-702-3000. Mill Creek Park is a 2,530-acre facility that courses through western and southern Youngstown and parts of Boardman. The facility features 21 miles of drives, 15 miles of trails, sports and recreational facilities and natural areas. In addition, the park system maintains the Vickers Nature
Many ski resorts in the region are a short distance away Area and the McGuffey farm and estate on the East Side of Youngstown. Mosquito Lake State Park, 1439 State Route 305, Cortland; 330-637-2856 (park office), 330- 638-5700 (campground office). Mosquito Lake State Park includes a 7,850-acre lake. Recreational offerings include fishing, 20 miles of hiking trails and 10 miles of bridle trails. Pets permitted. Nelson-Kennedy Ledges State Park, State Route 282, Nelson Township, Ohio; 440-564-2279. This 167-acre state park offers hiking trails through outcroppings of glacial stone. Rock formations include the “Devil’s Icebox,”“Indian Pass,” and “Old Maid’s Kitchen.”Visitors must remain on designated trails due to sometimes rugged terrain. Pets permitted. Pymatuning State Park, 6260 Pymatuning Lake Road, Andover, Ohio. Park office: 440-293-6030; camp office: 440-293-6684. Pymatuning State Park offers winter camping in select areas. Offers family-style and standard cottages. Pets permitted. West Branch State Park, 5708 Esworthy Road, Ravenna; 330-296-3239. Offers 41 miles of hiking trails, 20 miles of bridle trails and a 7-mile cycling trail. Pets are permitted.
Sheltered pavilions & spaces Bears Den Cabin, Mill Creek Metroparks, between New Cross and Bears Den,Youngstown; 330-702-3000. By reservation. One-room, all-enclosed facility seats 36. Small kitchen offers sink, four-burner gas stove (with oven/griddle) and electricity. Parking: nine spaces. Call for rental fees and reservations. Birch Hill Cabin, Mill Creek Metroparks, West Drive; 330-702-3000. By reservation. Kitchen has gas stove,
refrigerator, sink and electricity. Seats 48. Parking: 26 spaces. Call for rental fees and reservations. D.D. Davis Education and Visitor Center, Mill Creek Metroparks, Youngstown; 330-740-7116. This 25,000 square foot complex at Fellows Riverside Gardens includes classrooms, a gift shop, art gallery, auditorium and cafe. The facility features flagstone terraces and dramatic views of the gardens and park. A large parking lot can accommodate buses and all facilities are barrier free. Offers classrooms, meeting spaces and an auditorium. Call for rental fees and reservations. Kenneth F. McMahon Hall, MetroParks Farm, Route 46, Canfield; 330-702-3000. Facility is barrier-free and includes restrooms, kitchen facilities and a large parking lot. Call for rental fees and reservations. Old Log Cabin, Mill Creek Metroparks, Price Road near Lake Glacier, Youngstown; 330-702-3000. Kitchen has stove, sink and electricity. Seats 25-30. Parking: five spaces and more nearby. Call for fees and reservations. Packard Park, Perkins Park, Log Cabin, 521 Main Ave., S.W., Warren; 330-841-2641. Call for information on facility rentals at Packard and Perkins parks and the Log Cabin. Parks open from 7 a.m. until dark. Pioneer Pavilion, Mill Creek Metroparks, between East and West Cohasset drives, Youngstown; 330702-3000. Facility has a capacity of 100. Downstairs seats 60; upstairs offers a large dance floor, electricity, and fireplace. Kitchen has six-burner gas stove/oven, sink, refrigerator. Site equipped with electricity, heat, restrooms and coatrooms. Alcohol is allowed in the pavilion and adjoining terrace. Parking: 39 spaces. Call for rental fees and reservations. Wick Park Pavilion, Youngstown City Hall, 26 S. Phelps
The Youngstown-Warren area has many private, membership-based fitness facilities. Consult the Yellow Pages for listings. Andrews Student Recreation and Wellness Center, YSU Campus, Fifth Avenue near Spring Street, Youngstown; 330-941-3488. Features over 140 pieces of strength and conditioning equipment, a 53-foot rock wall (for climbing), a multi-purpose sports area with four courts for basketball and volleyball, a jogging track, and aerobics areas for group exercise classes. Participants must have a valid YSU I.D. to use the facilities, equipment and programs. Associated Neighborhood Centers - McGuffey Centre Inc., 1649 Jacobs Road, Youngstown; 330-7444377. Offers social activities and health and wellness programming; senior, teen and youth programming; family education and support programs; and classes in computers and fiscal management. Boys & Girls Club of Youngstown, 2105 Oak Hill Ave., Youngstown; 330-782-2714. Web site: ytownbgc.org. The Boys & Girls Club offers a variety of fitness, social service and character-building programs. The facility features a gymnasium for basketball and volleyball; a multipurpose room for air hockey, foosball, bumper pool, billiards and jump rope; computer labs; karate; and programs in art, dance and nutrition. Eos Whole Fitness Center, 1931 Belmont Ave., Youngstown; 330-318-7210. Web site: www. thedanceofeos.com. Youngstown fitness and health center offers classes in yoga, Pilates, belly dancing and “Yogilates,” which combines the elements of yoga and Pilates. Consult their Web site for current offerings. Buckeye Elks Youth Center, 421 North Ave., Youngstown; 330-746-1115. Buckeye Elks operates a youth center with recreational and sports programs, a day-care facility and community activities. Ralph A. Infante Wellness Center, Waddell Park, Niles; 330-553-6280. The Infante Wellness Center offers allages athletic and fitness programming, recreation and educational programs. Membership-fee based facility has batting cages, basketball and tennis courts, and fitness and aerobics areas. Jewish Community Center of Youngs-town, 505 Gypsy Lane, Youngstown; 330-746-3251. Web site: www.jccyoungstown.org. Offers a membershipbased fitness facility with health, wellness and fitness classes. Features a 25 meter indoor swimming pool, racquetball courts, basketball courts, tennis courts, men’s and women’s locker rooms (sauna, steam and whirlpool) and children’s locker rooms. Members receive discounts on classes and programs, including water exercise, youth and adult leagues and swimming lessons. Sandy Kessler is executive director. Organizacion Civica y Cultural Hispana Americana Inc. (OCCHA), 3660 Shirley Road, Youngstown; 330781-1808. Web site: www.youngstownoccha.org In addition to offering social services, emergency assistance and referrals, OCCHA features youth programs, after-school tutoring, parenting, and cultural and senior programs. Mary Isa Garayua is executive director. Salvation Army (various locations).Web site: www.use. salvationarmy.org/neo. 45 Idlewood Ave., Austintown; 330-270-5999. 1501 Glenwood Ave., Youngstown; 330-746-8403. 10 S. Fruit St., Youngstown; 330-7473388. In addition to social services, the Salvation Army provides educational, social, developmental, and recreational programing for children, teens and adults. Call for information. Rebecca Williams Community Center, 760 Main Ave., S.W., Warren; 330-399-2582. Call for information on programs and services. YMCA (Warren Family Branch), 210 High St. N.W., Warren; 330-394-1565. Membership-based facility offers a fitness center, free-weight room, gym, generalpurpose room, swimming pools, and aerobics and
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REC FACILITIES, FROM PAGE 12 fitness studios. Specialties include health and fitness programs, aquatics and individual and team sports. YMCA ( Youngstown Central Branch), 17 N. Champion St., Youngstown; 330-744-8411. Web site: www.youngstownymca.org. Membership-based, allages facility offers fitness and wellness programming, individual and team sports and fee-based recreational, fitness and enrichment programming. Offerings include personal training, water fitness, aquatics, swimming lessons, senior-fitness programs, and a leagues for volleyball, basketball and baseball. Mike Shaffer is branch director. Eric Buckingham is membership director. Consult the Web site for information on memberships, classes and programs. YMCA (Davis Branch), 45 McClurg Road, Boardman; 330-480-5656. Web site: www.youngstownymca.org. Membership-based, all-ages facility offers fitness and wellness programming, individual and team sports, a therapy pool, and fee-based recreational, fitness and enrichment programming. Some offerings include organized water fitness classes, aquatics, swimming lessons, computer classes, enrichment programming and lifeguard training. Tom Grantonic is branch director. YWCA of Warren, 375 N. Park Ave., Warren; 330373-1010. Web site: www.ywcaofwarren.org. Offers health and wellness programs. Visit the Web site for program schedules. YWCA of Youngstown, 25 W. Rayen Ave.,Youngstown; 330-746-6361. Web site: www.ywca.org/youngstown. Provides childcare, housing, and wellness programs for women and children; after-school programs for school-age children; breast-cancer screenings, a lupus support group and educational programming. Many activities will be temporarily occurring elsewhere due to a major restoration of the facility. Constance Shaffer is executive director.
INDIVIDUAL SPORTS/ACTIVITIES Bicycling (associations) Out-Spokin’ Wheelmen Bicycle Club; e-mail: info@outspokinwheelmen.com. Web site: www. outspokinwheelmen.com. This recreational cycling club is comprised of over 500 members from Mahoning, Trumbull, Columbiana and Lawrence counties. Club operates throughout the year. (Visit their Web site for a schedule of activities.) Activities include mountain bike rides, hiking, canoeing, crosscountry skiing, skating and sledding. Meetings occur at 7:30 p.m., the second Wednesday of the month at the Mill Creek Farm in Canfield. Paul Rienerth is group president.
Bicycle trails Little Beaver Creek Greenway Trail, Columbiana County. The Little Beaver Creek Greenway Trail runs 11 miles along Little Beaver Creek. The trail begins in Lisbon and courses to Leetonia along the rail bed of the former Erie Lackawanna Railroad. Offers scenic views of Little Beaver Creek. MetroParks Bikeway, Mahoning County. Trail runs from Western Reserve Road in Canfield to the Trumbull County border. The paved trail opened in 2000 and is 11 miles. Parking is available at MetroParks Farm (Canfield) and the Kirk Road Trailhead in Austintown. Stavich Bicycle Trail, Mahoning and Lawrence counties. This 10-mile trail runs from Struthers and Lowellville to New Castle. Along the way, riders will see the Mahoning River, downtown Lowellville and a beaver pond. Western Reserve Greenway, Ashtabula County. This 43-mile trail extends from Ashtabula to Warren.
Bowling (associations) Youngstown Men’s Bowling Association, 7255 Glendale, Boardman; 330-758-8367. Youngstown Women’s Bowling Asso-ciation, 2703 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown; 330-799-7999.
Bowling alleys The Youngstown-Warren area has many ongoing bowling leagues during the winter months. Consult any of the following bowling alleys or associations for league information. Amron Lanes, 492 W. Main St., Canfield; 330-5333339. Bell-Wick Bowl, 6105 W. Liberty St., Hubbard; 330534-1179. Boardman Lanes, 7524 Market St., Boardman; 330758-6626. Bowladrome Lanes, 56 S. State St., Struthers; 330-
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750-1551. Camelot Lanes, 628 Boardman-Canfield Road, Boardman; 330-758-6626. C-G Pro Shop, 1741 S. Raccoon Road, Austintown; 330-797-0361. Cortland Lanes, 3684 Warren-Meadville Road, Cortland; 330-637-2961. Crest Lanes, 3390 Youngstown Road, Warren; 330369-6218. Echo Lanes, 2592 Elm Road, Warren; 330-372-1378. Freeway Lanes of Warren, 2700 Parkman Road, N.W., Warren; 330-898-2866. Holiday Bowl, 777 Youngstown-Poland Road, Struthers; 330-755-1444, Kay Lanes, 841 S. State St., Girard; 330-545-2539. Mahoning Valley Lanes, 2617 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown; 330-792-7675. McKinley Lanes, 2666 Robbins Ave., Niles; 330-6527111. Niles Lanes, 1581 State Route 169, Niles; 330-6523348. Wedgewood Lanes, 1741 S. Raccoon Road, Austintown; 330-792-1949. West Side Bowling Alley, Inc., 3320 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown; 330-793-0947.
Dancing (ballroom, bellydancing) The Youngstown-Warren area has many groups offering dance classes and instruction. Consult the Yellow Pages for listings. Avon Oaks Ballroom, 1401 N. State St., Girard; 330-545-4882. Offers weekly ballroom dances and instruction. Call for more information or visit www. avonoaksballroom.com. Eos Whole Fitness Center, 1931 Belmont Ave., Youngstown; 330-318-7210. Web site: www. thedanceofeos.com. Youngstown-based fitness and health center offers classes in yoga, Pilates, belly dancing and “Yogilates,” which combines the elements of yoga and Pilates. Just Got to Dance, Elks Lodge, 3581 Youngstown Road (State Route 422), Warren. Offers monthly ballroom dance sessions at the Elks Lodge on Route 422. See www.youngstowndance.org for information. Meet Me on the Dance Floor, 330-727-6312. Offers ballroom dancing and instruction for singles, couples and groups. No partner necessary; private instruction is available. Dances occur throughout the month at Judy Conti studios in Austintown, Boardman and Poland. Call 330-727-6312 or visit www. meetmeonthedancefloor.com for information. Y-Dance Club, Ukrainian Orthodox Pavilion, 1025 N. Belle Vista Ave., Youngstown; for information, call 330482-9064 or visit www.y-dance.org. Offers lessons and regular open dances. Consult the Web site. YMCA (Davis Branch), 45 McClurg Road, Boardman; 330-480-5656. Web site: www.youngstownymca.org. Facility offers ballroom dancing classes, youth dance, line dancing and Zumba, which combines Latin and world beats in an exercise program. Many classes are included in the membership fee.
Exercise and walking trails Austintown Township Park, 6000 Kirk Road, Austintown; 330-799-6989. Offers a metered walking trail, a wooded nature trail and the “Braille Trail,” a guided trail for the visually impaired.This quarter- mile trail includes a rope guide and signage explaining park wildlife and vegetation. Closes after dark. Beaver Creek State Park, Columbiana County; 330-385-3091. This 3,038-acre park offers 16 miles of hiking trails. Boardman Township Park, 375 Boardman-Poland Road, Boardman; 330-726-8105. Offers a walking trail and various trail off-shoots. Ford Nature Education Center, Youngstown; 330740-7107. Features the “Virginia J. Axtmann Nature Trail for All People,” a barrier-free 1,635 foot nature trail. The trail has signage pointing out the various plants and trees along the way. Grand River Wildlife Area, 6686 state Route 534, West Farmington, Trumbull County; 330-889-3280. This 7,000-acre facility features wetlands, lakes and ponds. Howland Trustees Wildlife Preserve, 2000 Rosegarden, Howland; 330-856-9707. This 169-acre park features a lake and a 200-acre natural area/ wildlife sanctuary. Main Park No. 1, 2000 Rosegarden, Howland; 330-8569707. This 169-acre park offers hiking trails, a 200-acre
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natural area and a wildlife sanctuary. McGuffey Nature Preserve, McGuffey Road, Coitsville Township.This 78-acre nature preserve permits hiking. Onsite parking. Mill Creek MetroParks, 7574 Columbiana-Canfield Road, Canfield; 330-702-3000. Mill Creek Park, established in 1891 by Volney Rogers, is a 2,530-acre park that courses through western and southern Youngstown and portions of Boardman. The facility features 21 miles of drives, 15 miles of trails, sports and recreational facilities, gardens, natural areas and picnic facilities. (In addition, the park system maintains the Vickers Nature Area and the McGuffey farm and estate on the East Side of Youngstown.) The park contains an extensive network of trails. The Gorge Trail Boardwalk offers a 2-mile all-weather walkway along Mill Creek. Not all trails may be open in winter, due to weather conditions. Hiking trails appear below. Artist’s Trail. Scenic trail takes in a WPA wall built during the Depression. Level of difficulty: easy. Distance: 1/4 mile. Virginia J. Axtmann Nature Trail for All People. Trail takes in scenic and natural views. Level of difficulty: easy. Access: barrier-free. Distance: 1/4 mile. East Channel and Islands Trail. Covers a flat terrain through a wetland and wildflower area. Distance: 1 mile. West Channel and Islands Trail. Level of difficulty: fairly easy with slight grades. Distance: 1 mile. East Cohasset Trail. Courses along Lake Cohasset and the historic Suspension Bridge. Level of difficulty: moderately difficult. Distance: 1.5 miles. West Cohasset Walk.Trail takes in the park’s hemlocks and Lake Cohasset. Level of difficulty: moderately difficult with steps and slight grades. Distance: 1 mile. Davies Wetland Trail. Trail courses through wetlands habitat. Level of difficulty: easy. Access: barrier-free. Distance: 1/4 mile. East Glacier Trail. Trail takes in wildlife and the Parapet Bridge. Level of difficulty: fairly easy, with a flat terrain. Distance: 1/2 mile. East Golf Hike/Bike Trail. Popular trail is heavily used my cyclists, joggers, walkers, and in-line skaters. Level of difficulty: easy with a flat surface. Access: barrier-free. Distance: 1.5 miles. East Gorge Walk. Trail takes in stone outcroppings, lush evergreens and Lanterman’s Falls. Level of difficulty: moderately difficult with steps and a boardwalk. Distance: 1/2 mile. West Gorge Trail. Trail takes in Lake Newport Dam. Level of difficulty: moderately difficult with some hills. Distance: 1 mile. Lily Pond Circle Trail. Loops around the Lily Pond, with lots of wildlife viewing. Level of difficulty: Easy, with flat terrain. Distance: 1/4 mile. East Newport Hike/ Bike Trail. Trail takes in views of the Daffodil Meadow and Lake Newport. Level of difficulty: relatively easy, with some slight hills. Distance: 1.75 miles. West Newport Trail. Trail has a view of Lake Newport and the park’s wetland area. Level of difficulty: moderately difficult with some hills. Distance: 1 mile. Old Tree Trail. Trail takes in panoramic views of Lake Glacier. Level of difficulty: fairly difficult, with hills. Distance: 1 mile. Mosquito Lake State Park, Trumbull County; 330637-2856. State park offers 3,961 land acres and 7,850 water acres, including 2 miles of hiking trails. Visitors may pick up trail maps at the park office. Packard Park, 1703 Mahoning Ave., Warren; 330-8412641. Exercise trails around the park perimeter. Perkins Park, Perkins Drive at Mahoning Avenue, Warren; 330-841-2641. Features an asphalt path of varying grades (for jogging and inline skating) that courses through the park. Poland Municipal Forest, Poland Township. Offers trails through a mature wooded area. Wick Park, 260 Park Ave., North Side; 330-742-8711. This 34.14 acre park features a jogging path and various exercise stations. A popular place for walking in morning and throughout the day. Yellow Creek Park, Mill Creek MetroParks, Bridge Street at Lowellville Road, Struthers; 330-755-7275. Hiking trails amid a glacial valley along Yellow Creek.
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Golf (indoor/practice) Creekside Golf Dome, 1300 N. State St., Girard; 330545-5000. Offers an indoor practice range and group and private golf lessons. Glow Fore It, 8414 Market St., Boardman; 330-7584569. Offers an indoor miniature 18-hole golf course in a glow-in-the-dark setting.
Racquetball, handball and squash The Youngstown-Warren area has many private, membership-based racquetball facilities. Consult the Yellow Pages for listings. Jewish Community Center of Youngstown, 505 Gypsy Lane, Youngstown; 330-746-3251. Web site: www.jccyoungstown.org. Offers a membership-based
Warren Ski Club. Web site: www.warrenskiclub.org. E-mail: s39k@zoominternet.net. The Warren Ski Club is a membership-based organization established in 1956. The group hosts ski trips throughout winter. Visit the Web site for schedules. In addition, the Warren Ski Club hosts a monthly meeting for new and prospective members. Jack Kumick is president. Yo u n g s t o w n S k i C l u b. We b s i t e : w w w. youngstownskiclub.org. E-mail: bhinch@comcast. net. The Youngstown Ski Club is a membershipbased organization established in 1958. In addition to hosting ski trips, the group offers recreational and social activities throughout the year. One day ski trips are open to non-members. Visit the group’s Web site for a current schedule. Brian Hinchcliffe is president.
Skiing: downhill, snowboarding
Seven Springs offers skiing, snowboarding and tubing. fitness facility with racquetball courts. YMCA (Warren Family Branch), 210 High St. N.W., Warren; 330-394-1565. Offers courts for individuals, groups and leagues. Call for information. YMCA ( Youngstown Central Branch), 17 N. Champion St., Youngstown; 330-744-8411. Web site: www.youngstownymca.org. Offers courts for individual, group and league play.
Rock climbing Andrews Student Recreation and Wellness Center, YSU Campus, Fifth Avenue near Spring Street, Youngstown; 330-941-3488. Facility features a 53-foot rock wall. Participants must have a valid YSU I.D. to use the facilities, equipment and programs.
Running tracks, circuit training The Youngstown-Warren area has many private, membership-based fitness facilities. Consult the Yellow Pages for listings. Andrews Student Recreation and Wellness Center, YSU Campus, Fifth Avenue near Spring Street, Youngstown; 330-941-3488. Features offers an indoor track, treadmills bicycles and circuit-training equipment Must have a valid YSU I.D. to use the facilities, equipment and programs. Jewish Community Center of Youngstown, 505 Gypsy Lane, Youngstown; 330-746-3251. Web site: www.jccyoungstown.org. Membership-based facility has treadmills and circuit-training equipment. YMCA (Warren Family Branch), 210 High St. N.W., Warren; 330-394-1565. Membership-based facility offers an indoor track, treadmills bicycles, stairsteppers, and circuit-training equipment. YMCA ( Youngstown Central Branch), 17 N. Champion St., Youngstown; 330-744-8411. Web site: www.youngstownymca.org. Membership-based, allages facility offers an indoor track, treadmills bicycles, stair-steppers, and circuit-training equipment. YMCA (Davis Branch), 45 McClurg Road, Boardman; 330-480-5656. Web site: www.youngstownymca. org. Membership-based, all-ages facility offers an indoor track, treadmills bicycles, and circuit-training equipment.
Skating (ice) Hess Ice Rink Ice Skating Rink, 3365 Mitchell Road, New Castle, Pa.; 724-658-6332. Hess Ice Rink Ice Skating Rink opened in 1996. The facility offers public skating, figure skating and ice-skating lessons, adult skating lessons for beginners and more-advanced skaters. Offers adult and youth ice hockey programs, leagues and occasional ice hockey clinics for youth and adults. Call for fees and program offerings. Ice Zone, 360 McClurg Road, Boardman; 330-9651423. Double rink arena and multi-purpose facility offers public skating, hockey, a learn-to-skate academy, a figure-skating club and open figure skating.
Skating (inline) Austintown Township Park, 6000 Kirk Road, Austintown; 330-799-6989. Offers a metered walking trail. Closes after dark. Boardman Township Park, 375 Boardman-Poland Road, Boardman; 330-726-8105. Offers a paved driveway area.
Mill Creek MetroParks, 7574 Columbiana-Canfield Road, Canfield; 330-702-3000. Mill Creek Park is a 2,530-acre park that courses through western and southern Youngstown and portions of Boardman. Offers 21 miles of roads and designated areas for inline skating. Mosquito Lake State Park, 1439 State Route 305, Cortland; 330-637-2856 (park office), 330- 638-5700 (campground office). Offers paved roadways for inline skating. Perkins Park, Perkins Drive at Mahoning Avenue, Warren; 330-841-2641. Features an asphalt path of varying grades (for jogging and inline skating) that courses through the park. Wick Park, 260 Park Ave., North Side; 330-742-8711. This 34.14 acre park features an asphalt path around the perimeter for the park. Also a popular place for walkers and joggers.
Skating (rollerskating) Champion Rollarena, 5040 Mahoning Ave., N.W., Champion; 330-847-0480. Cortland Roller Rink, 290 S. High, Cort-land; 330637-4078. Skate Zone, 5420 Mahoning Ave., Austin-town; 330-270-4386.
Skating (skateboarding) Liberty Township Skatepark, Liberty Center Park, 1315 Churchill-Hubbard Road, Liberty Township; 330759-1315. Features a skate park behind the township police station.
Skiing (cross country) Austintown Township Park, 6000 Kirk Road, Austintown; 330-799-6989. Permits cross-country skiing on self-guided trails. Closes after dark. Beaver Creek State Park, Columbiana County; 330385-3091. This 3,038-acre park offers limited crosscountry skiing. Due to steep trails, activity is confined to the picnic area. Boardman Township Park, 375 Boardman-Poland Road, Boardman; 330-726-8105. Park permits crosscountry skiing on the hiking and bicycle trails. Geneva State Park, Ashtabula County; 330-466-8400. This 696-acre park permits cross-country skiing in designated areas. Grand River Wildlife Area, 6686 state Route 534, West Farmington, Trumbull County; 330-889-3280. Offers cross-country skiing on a 20-foot wide swath surrounded by woods. Main Park No. 1, 2000 Rosegarden, Howland; 330856-9707. This 169-acre park permits cross-country skiing in a self-guided, make-your-own-trail setting. Mill Creek MetroParks, Youngstown, Boardman Township; 330-702-3000. The Mill Creek Golf Course double as self-guided, cross-country ski trails in winter. Skiers must avoid roped-off areas. Mosquito Lake State Park, Trumbull County; 330637-2856. State park offers marked cross-country skiing areas. Visitors may pick up trail maps at the park office. Roosevelt Park, 800 Struthers-Liberty Road, Campbell; 330-755-7445. Roosevelt offers self-guided, crosscountry skiing. Stambaugh Golf Course, 202 Gypsy Lane, Youngstown; 330-743-5370. Permits cross-country
Alpine Valley, Chesterland, Ohio; 440-285-2211, 440729-9775. Web site: www.alpinevalleyohio.com. Skiing and snowboarding. Vertical Drop: 230 ft. Lifts: 7. Trails: 11. Lessons: Group and private. Lodging: hotels and bed and breakfasts. Blue Knob, Claysburg, Pa.; 800-458-3403. Web site: www.blueknob.com. Offers skiing and snowboarding. Vertical drop: 1,072 ft. Trails: 34. Lifts: 5. Lessons: private and group. Lodging: condominiums, motels and hotels. Boston Mills and Brandywine; 800-875-4241. Web site: www.bmbw.com. Offers downhill skiing and snowboarding. Vertical Drop: 240 ft. Trails: 18. Lifts: 15. Lessons: group and private. Lodging: hotels, hostel, bed and breakfast. Canaan Valley, Davis, W. Va.; 304-866-4121. Web site: www.canaanresort.com. Offers skiing and snowboarding. Vertical Drop: 850 ft. Trails: 39. Lifts: 3. Lessons: group and private. Lodging: lodges, cabins and a campground. Cockaigne, Cherry Creek, N.Y.; 716-287-3223, (snow) 716-287-3545. Web site:www.cockaigne.com. Offers skiing and snowboarding. Vertical Drop: 430 ft. Trails: 15. Lifts: 3. Lessons: group and private. Lodging: hotels, motels, bed and breakfasts and cabins. Hidden Valley Resort, Hidden Valley, Pa.; 814-4438000. Web site: www.myhiddenvalleyresort.com. Offers 28 slopes and trails for skiing and snoboarding, plus a snow-tubing park. Family-friendly resort is surrounded by state forests and parklands and offers lodging and a dining. Holiday Valley, Ellicotville, N.Y.; 716-699-2345, show phone: 800-367-9691. Offers skiing and snowboarding. Web site: www.holidayvalley.com. Vertical drop: 750 ft. Trails: 56 day trails, 37 night trails. Lifts: 13. Lessons: group and private. Lodging: hotels, motels, condominiums, bed and breakfasts. Kissing Bridge, Glenwood, N.Y.; 716-592-4963. Web site: www.kbski.com. Offers skiing and snowboarding. Vertical Drop: 550 ft. Trails: 36. Lifts: 9. Lodging: hotels and bed and breakfasts. Lessons: group and private. Peak’N Peak, Clymer, N.Y.; 716-355-4141. Web site: www.pknpk.com. Skiing and snowboarding. Vertical drop: 400 ft. Trails: 27. Lifts: 8. Lessons: group and private. Lodging: motels and hotels. Seven Springs, Seven Springs, Pa.; 800-4522223. Web site: www.7springs.com. Offers skiing, snowboarding and snow tubing. Resort offers 35 trails and the complex covers 5,500 acres. Offers hotels, condominiums and chalets and a variety of restaurants. Seven Springs is considered one of the top 12 resorts in the Eastern portion of the United States.
Sledding Crandall Park, Tod Lane at Redondo Road, Youngstown; 330-742-8711. This 41.55-acre park allows sledding at various sites in the park. Great hills, but watch out for the trees! James L. Wick Jr. Recreation Area, Mill Creek MetroParks, Youngstown; 330-740-7107. Offers a lighted sledding hill and a warm-up shelter. A familyfriendly site with a concessions area.
Swimming The Youngstown-Warren area has many private, membership-based swimming facilities. Consult the Yellow Pages for listings. Jewish Community Center of Youngstown, 505 Gypsy Lane, Youngstown; 330-746-3251. Web site: www.jccyoungstown.org. Membership-based facility offers a 25 meter indoor swimming pool. YMCA (Warren Family Branch), 210 High St. N.W.,
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WINTER REC, FROM PAGE 15 Warren; 330-394-1565. Membership-based facility offers aquatics classes, lessons and individual and team activities. YMCA (Youngstown Central), 17 N. Champion St., Youngstown; 330-744-8411. Web site: www. youngstownymca.org. Membership-based facility offers aquatics classes, swimming lessons, individual/ team activities, water-based rehabilitation, and senior water programs. YMCA (Davis Branch), 45 McClurg Road, Boardman; 330-480-5656. Web site: www.youngstownymca.org. Membership-based, all-ages facility offers aquatics classes, lessons, individual and team activities, waterbased rehabilitation, and senior-fitness programs.
Walking (indoor) Eastwood Mall, 5555 Youngstown Road, Niles; 6526980. Individuals and small groups meet here daily (prior to store openings) to walk on the carpeted and tiled concourses. Southern Park Mall, 7401 Market St., Boardman; 330-758-4511. Individuals and small groups meet here daily (prior to store openings) to walk on the carpeted concourses.
Weight training/strength training The Youngstown-Warren area has many fitness facilities that offer strength training equipment and individual and group classes. Consult the Yellow Pages. Andrews Student Recreation and Wellness Center, YSU Campus, Fifth Avenue near Spring Street, Youngstown; 330-941-3488. Features over 140 pieces of strength and conditioning equipment and aerobics areas for group exercise classes. Participants must have a valid YSU I.D. Ralph A. Infante Wellness Center, Waddell Park, Niles; 330-553-6280.The Infante Wellness Center offers all-ages athletic and fitness programming, recreation and educational programs. Jewish Community Center of Youngstown, 505 Gypsy Lane, Youngstown; 330-746-3251. Web site: www.jccyoungstown.org. Offers a membershipbased fitness facility with health, wellness and fitness classes. YMCA (Warren Family Branch), 210 High St. N.W., Warren; 330-394-1565. Membership-based facility offers a fitness center, free-weight room, gym, generalpurpose room, swimming pools, and aerobics and fitness studios. YMCA ( Youngstown Central Branch), 17 N. Champion St., Youngstown; 330-744-8411. Web site: www.youngstownymca.org. Membershipbased, all-ages facility offers fitness and wellness programming. Strength-training equipment includes free weights, Cybex and Nautilus machines and aerobic equipment. YMCA (Davis Branch), 45 McClurg Road, Boardman; 330-480-5656. Web site: www.youngstownymca.org. Membership-based, all-ages facility offers fitness and wellness programming. Strength-training equipment includes free weights, Cybex and Nautilus machines and aerobic equipment. YWCA of Warren, 375 N. Park Ave., Warren; 330373-1010. Web site: www.ywcaofwarren.org. Offers health and wellness programs. Visit the Web site for program schedules.
Yoga The Youngstown-Warren area has many fitness facilities and health-care providers that offer yoga classes. Consult the Yellow Pages. Eos Whole Fitness Center, 1931 Belmont Ave., Youngstown; 330-318-7210. Web site: www. thedanceofeos.com. Youngstown-based fitness and health center offers classes in yoga, Pilates, belly dancing and “Yogilates,” which combines the elements of yoga and Pilates. Visit the Web site for classes and schedules.
TEAM SPORTS Basketball Boys & Girls Club of Youngstown, 2105 Oak Hill Ave., Youngstown; 330-782-2714. Offers a gym for basketball and volleyball. Ralph A. Infante Wellness Center, Waddell Park, Niles; 330-553-6280. Offers basketball courts. Jewish Community Center of Youngstown, 505
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Mill Creek MetroParks offers nature hikes throughout the year. Gypsy Lane, Youngstown; 330-746-3251. Web site: www.jccyoungstown.org. Membership-based fitness facility offers indoor and outdoor basketball courts. YMCA (Warren Family Branch), 210 High St., N.W., Warren; 330-394-1565. Membership-based facility has two basketball courts. YMCA ( Youngstown Central Branch), 17 N. Champion St., Youngstown; 330-744-8411. Web site: www.youngstownymca.org. Membership-based facility offers youth basketball leagues. Consult the Web site for information on winter league play. YMCA (Davis Branch), 45 McClurg Road, Boardman; 330-480-5656. Web site: www.youngstownymca. org. Membership-based, all-ages facility offers two basketball courts.
Ice Hockey Hess Ice Rink Ice Skating Rink, 3365 Mitchell Road, New Castle, Pa.; 724-658-6332. Hess Ice Rink Ice Skating Rink opened in 1996. The facility offers public skating, figure skating and ice-skating lessons, adult skating lessons for beginners and more-advanced skaters. Offers adult and youth ice hockey programs, leagues and occasional ice hockey clinics for youth and adults. Call for fees and program offerings. Ice Zone, 360 McClurg Road, Boardman; 330-9651423. Web site: theicezone.com. Double rink arena and multi-purpose facility offers a summer youth hockey camp, youth hockey and adult pickup hockey. The ice Zone offers hockey and skating lessons, group and private lessons and public skating. Skating equipment is available for rent. Consult the Web site for fees and times.
Soccer Valley Sports Ltd., 276 State St., Struthers, Ohio. 330755-1661. Web site: www.valleysports.com. Struthers facility offers an indoor soccer recreation center.
Volleyball Andrews Student Recreation and Wellness Center, YSU Campus, Fifth near Spring Street, Youngstown; 330-941-3488. Offers four courts for basketball and volleyball. Must have a YSU I.D. to use the facilities. Boys & Girls Club of Youngstown, 2105 Oak Hill Ave., Youngstown; 330-782-2714. Offers a gym for basketball and volleyball. YMCA ( Youngstown Central Branch), 17 N. Champion St., Youngstown; 330-744-8411. Web site: www.youngstownymca.org. Membership-based, all-ages facility offer open volleyball and league play. Consult the Web site or call for additional information. YMCA (Davis Branch), 45 McClurg Road, Boardman; 330-480-5656. Web site: www.youngstownymca.org. Offeres classes for developing volleyball skills. Consult the Web site or call for additional information.
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Ray ‘Boom Boom’ Mancini wows crowd with his Southpaw wine
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anuary ushers in a new year and a new decade for innovative and unique wines. Price-conscious wine drinkers will find a number of delicious wines to choose from in this column. I attended the Liberty Giant Eagle customer appreciation wine and food fest in December, where I found several value-oriented wines to recommend. At $12.99 (a $2 discount), the 2007 Ferrante Signature Series Cab Franc from Ohio’s Grand River Valley offers supple berry fruit flavors leading to a smoky herb-tinged finish. Ferrante’s Cab Franc compares favorably to French Chinon from the Loire region. Also featured at this tasting was Ray “Boom Boom” Mancini, who presented his South Paw Round One Cabernet Sauvignon ($14.99) from Sonoma County. This is an easy-drinking Cab with lots of lush plum and red fruit flavors followed by a long textured finish. This will be a great red to stock up on for upcoming summer cookouts. If you’re looking for a great red from Tuscany, give the 2007 Gia Russa Chianti DOC ($9.99) a try. This affordable red is fantastic with pizza, and should do well in other informal dining affairs. Also being poured at this tasting was the Italian 2006 Monte Antico Toscano. This blend of Sangiovese, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon was No. 61 in Wine Spectator’s Top 100 list for 2009. Ripe black cherry fruit flavors are followed by a silky finish of herbs and dried leather. My final pick was the new Tamas Estates 2007 Double Decker Red ($8.99 discounted from $10.99) made from central coast grapes. A delicious blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Petite Sirah and Barbera, it just oozes ripe fruit flavors. This is a hard glass of red to put down once you have opened the bottle. This recession-fighter red should be on everyone’s list for the coming year. On Dec, 2, I found myself at Avalon’s Squaw Creek Country Club for the December Wine Academy Champagne and sparkling wine tasting. Wine steward Brian Fry led 22 people through five bubblies from California and from France’s Champagne region. The Gloria Ferrer Sonoma County Brut NV offered dry refreshing doughy fruit flavors with a crisp long finish that was perfect with the sliced melon. This primarily Pinot Noir-based sparkler is priced at $20 a bottle and should please even the most discriminating taster. My next pick was the California Mumm’s Brut Rose from Napa Valley ($24). A blend of 92 percent Pinot Noir and 8 percent Chardonnay, this is a large-
licious. Bright berry fruit flavors and a spice-tinged finish make this wine a joy to drink. This Pinot Noir excels with most everything I’ve tried it with (chicken, shrimp, pork loin) and it should be on everyone’s list for the upcoming summer. Another unusual red was the Charles Cimicky 2005 Petite Sirah ($65) from the Barossa Valley of Australia. Yes, that’s right – a Petite Sirah from Australia. Big bold red fruit flavors and a peppery spice-tinged finish with a Barossa bite make this rare wine an exciting choice. If you’re looking for a gift wine for someone who thinks ELECTRONIC IMAGE COURTESY OF JOHN WEBSTER they’ve tried them Ray ‘Boom Boom’ Mancini signs a bottle of his Southpaw wine all, this is a sure bet for a fan. to please them. Another unusual red at this tasting was the Zorzettig 2006 RESTAURANTS Schioppettino ($15) from the Friuli rethe gion of Italy. This indigenous grape variety is mostly unknown outside of Friuli. Crisp cherry and berry fruit flavors and a long By John Webster taut finish make this a great wine for roasted meats and long-simmered stews. While format style of sparkler. Toasty red fruit at the tasting, I came across a bottle of flavors and long-textured finish made this wine I didn’t think was available in Ohio. wine a pleasure to sample, and planked The Manzoni 2006 Family Estate Pisalmon would be my first choice for this not Noir ($20) from the Santa Lucia fine bubbly. The last wine of the night was highlands is simply wonderful. This small the Perrier Jouet Grand Brut ($45 for a 5.5-acre estate produces a supple fruitgift set with two glasses). This tasty Cham- driven Pinot at a price that is hard to beat. pagne was a crowd favorite. Crisp yet The Santa Lucia Highlands is producing subtle fruit flavors and a finish that never some of California’s finest Pinot Noirs, seemed to end made me ask for a second and the Manzoni is certainly one of them. My next stop was the Wine Styles tastglassful. Any of the above bubblies would be wonderful drinks to celebrate the new ing in Howland. My first pick was the year all month long, or anytime you want Marquis Phillips 2008 “Holly’s Blend” ($11.99) from Australia. Citrusy fruit flato toast a good time. My next stop took me to Charlie’s vors and a crisp clean finish make this a Premier Wines of Howland for their go-to wine for grilled chicken or shrimp. biweekly wine taste. My first pick was an I’ve tried it with Italian wedding soup and old favorite of mine. The 2007 Robert was impressed with the match. My next Klingenfus Cuvee Elodie Pinot Noir pick was the 2008 Rabbit Ridge Allure ($15) from Alsace, France, is simply de- de Robles ($10.99) from Paso Robles,
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Upcoming wine events Let us know about your event: If you have a wine event you would like listed in this column, please send your information to thewineguy@metromonthly.net. Upcoming events include the Springfield Grille, Jan. 19; Station Square, Jan. 17; Jan. 23, St. Maron’s annual wine taste; Vintage Estate, third Saturday tasting; and Wine Styles, alternating Thursday and Friday tastings, Charlie’s Premier Wines in Howland, biweekly tastings. I wish all my readers a happy, healthy and safe New Year! Happy holidays to all the Metro Monthly readers!
– John Webster Calif. This Cote du Rhone-style blend of Grenache, Syrah and Mourvedre features gobs of strawberry and cherry fruit flavors and a finish of spice-tinged pepper. This is a good wine for someone who is tired of all the heavy-handed Zinfandels that seem to haunt our wine shops today. Roasted chicken or veal would be a natural choice for this medium-bodied red. Vintage Estate Wine and Beer was my next stop on the wine trail. Two bargain-priced whites really stood out at this tasting. The 2007 Firesteed Pinot Gris ($11.99) from Oregon is a great example of how far Pinot Gris has come in the Pacific Northwest. Richly textured citrus fruit flavors and a supple floral finish should please even the most loyal Alsatian fans among us. Oregon Pinot Gris has the fullness of good Chardonnay without the distraction of being overoaked and clumsy-tasting. Another real bargain was the 2008 Fineline Chardonnay ($11.99) from Monterey, Calif. Chablis-like citrus fruit flavors with a peach- and lemonscented finish make this medium-bodied white a delight to drink. This Chardonnay should be a good choice for light summer fare hot off the grill, including shrimp, chicken and marinated turkey cutlets. My last pick was the 2009 Lolonis Redwood Valley Zinfandel ($16.99). Organically grown and made in a medium- to full-bodied style, this cherryscented Zin is a departure from most of today’s blockbuster Zinfandels. Lushtasting, this Zin should go well with veal or slow-cooked pork loin. My last stop took me to Michael Charles Premier Wines on Elm Road in Warren. My first pick was the 2009 SEE THE WINE GUY, PAGE 25
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La Villa, Leo’s, Lucianno’s, MVR, Marino’s, Nicolinni’s, Nonni’s Ristorante, Olive Garden, Papa Louie’s, Salvatore’s, Scarsella’s, Smaldino’s, Station Square, Sunrise, Tomasino’s, Tuscany Square, Vernon’s Cafe, West Glen Eatery, White Rose Spaghetti House. ITALIAN (PIZZA) – See pizzeria directory in this guide.
DINING GUIDE BY CUISINE AMERICAN – A&W, Ace’s Wild Wings, Amen Corner, AngeNetta’s, Applebee’s, Arthur Treacher’s, Atmosphere Cafe, BV II Go, Barbara’s Cozy Corner, Barney’s Deli, Barry Dyngles Pub, Beat Coffeehouse, Belly Buster, Big Family, Bill’s Place, Bloomingdale’s Point Restaurant, Blue Iris, Blue Wolf Tavern, Bob Evans, Bone Bucket, Boston Market, Brookfield Diner, (Brown Derby) Roadhouse, Bud’s Suds and Pub, Buffalo Wild Wings, C’s Waffle House, Cafe 534, Cafe Nu, Cafe Olgun, Chapters, Charly’s, Chik-Fil-A, Chili’s, Chipper’s Sports Bar, The Chophouse, Chuck E. Cheese, City Limits, Coconut Grove, Covered Bridge Inn, Crispy Chicken, Cracker Barrel, Davidson’s, Downtown Draught House, Drake’s Landing, Eat’n Park, Edie’s, Emerald Diner, Esther’s Buffet, Fifth Season, Fractured Prune, Frankie’s Main Street Cafe, Friday’s, Friendly’s, Friends Roastery, Garden Cafe, Gasoline Alley, Georgie’s, Globe, Golden Dawn, Golden Stallion, Grandma Ross’ Country Kitchen, Great Harvest Bread, Happy Days Diner, Harry and Jean’s, Hickory Grille, Hippodrome, Home Cooking, Hometown Buffet, Ice House Inn, International House of Pancakes, Iron Bridge Inn, Isaly’s Busy Bee Restaurant, Janos, Jay’s Famous Hot Dogs, J.D.’s Posthouse, Jeremiah Bullfrog’s, Jillian’s, Jib-Jab, Johnny’s, Jorgine’s, the Korner, Kountry Kupboard, Lake Tavern, Landmark, Lemon Grove, Log Cabin Inn, Lone Star, Longhorn, M&P Coney Island, MVR, McMenamy’s, Mahoning Valley Lanes, the Manor, Marie’s Family Restaurant, Max and Erma’s, Miss Bee’s Cafe, Mocha House, Molly’s, Monty’s, Nic’s First Light Cafe, O’Charley’s, Original Roadhouse, Outback Steakhouse, Overture, Page’s New Ages, Panera, Park Classic Diner, Peaberry’s, Perkins, Philly’s All-American Cheese Steaks, Ponderosa, Popeye’s, Quaker Steak & Lube, Quiznos, Rachel’s Westchester, Raptis, Red Lobster, Roadhouse, Rosetta Stone Cafe & Wine Bar, Royal Oaks, Ruby Tuesday, Rusty’s South Side Grill, Salty Grog’s, Shakers Bar and Grille, Smokey Bones, Soup City Deli, Spinners, Spread Eagle Tavern, Springfield Grille, Station Square, Steak-nShake, Summit Pizza & Subs, Sunrise Inn, T.J.’s, Three Sisters Cafe, Tiffany’s, Times Square, Top Notch Diner, Trax Restaurant, Tully’s, Vernon’s Cafe, Vintage Estate/V.E. Tasting Lounge, Wayside, Westfork, West Glen Ristorante, What’s Cookin’, Winston’s, Winslow’s Cafe, Wooden Angel, Wrangler’s Olde Country Restaurant, Yankee Kitchen, Young’s, Youngstown Crab Co., Youngstown Sports Grille, Zoupwerks. BARBECUE – Ace’s Wild Wings, Barry Dyngles Pub, (Brown Derby) Roadhouse, Bone Bucket, Buena Vista, Charlie Staple’s, Eli’s Famous Barbecue, Garland’s, Hickory Rib, Longhorn Steakhouse, Original Roadhouse, Palm Café, Royal Oaks, Quaker Steak & Lube, Smokey Bones, Tully’s, Waffle House, West Fork Steakhouse, Zoupwerks. BUFFET – Asian Buffet, Esther’s Buffet, Grand Buffet (Chinese), China Garden Buffet, Golden Corral, Great China Buffet, Hometown Buffet, International Buffet
GETTING IN THE GUIDE Your listing is free! Send us your information or menu for our next update of the dining guide (for the holidays). Mail: Metro Monthly, P.O. Box 663, Youngstown, Ohio 44501-0663. Fax: 330-259-0437. E-mail: info@metromonthly.net To advertise: 330-259-0435. Next ad deadline: Jan. 20. Information deadline: Jan. 15. (Chinese), Shangri La, Sunshine Buffet (Chinese). CAJUN – Blue Wolf Tavern. CHINESE/ASIAN – Asian Chao, Bamboo Garden, China Buffet, China Express, China Garden, China Hing, China House, China Star, China Wok, Chung Chinese, Dragon Palace, East Wind, Evergreen, Fortune Garden, Girard Wok, Golden Hunan, Grand Buffet, Great China Buffet, Great Wall, Happy Dragon, Harvest Buffet and Grille, House of China, Hunan Express, Hung Fung, Little Hunan, Main Loon, Main Moon, Panda Garden, Sakura, Shang Hai River, Sunshine Chinese Buffet, Yamato. COFFEE – Barnes & Noble, Beat, Cafe Nu, Chapters, Downtown Coffee Café, French Street, Fractured Prune, Friends Roastery, Gloria Jean’s, Great Harvest Bread, Lemon Grove Cafe, Maggie’s Magic Muffins, Mocha House, Panera, Peaberry’s, Rosetta Stone Cafe & Wine Bar, Starbucks, Winslow’s Cafe. CUBAN/SPANISH – Saborico Market and Café. DELICATESSEN – Barney’s, Beat, Cafe Nu, Chapters, Charley’s, Downtown Coffee Cafe, French Street, Garden Cafe, Great Harvest Bread, Kravitz’s Delicatessen, Panera, Peaberry’s Cafe, Sandwich Factory, Soup City Deli, Spinners, That’s a Wrap, U.S. Sub Shop, Winslow’s Cafe, Zoupwerks. EASTERN EUROPEAN/SLOVAK – Rip’s Café. FRENCH – French Street Café, Selah. GERMAN – Youngstown Maennerchor. GREEK – BV to Go, Buena Vista, Buena Vista II, Grecian Gourmet, Greek Place, Raptis. HUNGARIAN – Paprika Cafe. IRISH – County Maigh Eo, O’Donold’s. ITALIAN – Alberini’s, AngeNetta’s, Antenucci’s, Antone’s, Armando’s, Aulisio’s, Avalon Gardens, Belleria, Bistro GQ, Boulevard Tavern, Bruno’s, Buena Vista, Caesar’s, Carmello’s, Carrabba’s Italian Grille, Café 422, Cafe Cimmento, Caffe Capri, Carchedi’s, Carmelo’s, Combine Bros., Davidson’s, DeChellis Italian Cafe, DeMarco’s, Dilucia’s, Dino’s, Dirusso’s, DonaVito’s, Ezio’s, Enzo’s, Gampetro’s, Geno’s, Gonata’s, Gus and Sal’s Italian Grille, Inner Circle, Jimmy’s Famous Take Out, Joé, La Rocca’s,
JAPANESE – Asuka, Tokyo House, Tokyo Sushi and Grill, Sakura, Sawa Steak House, Yamato. LEBANESE – Aladdin’s, Phoenician Grill, Upstairs, Zenobia Grill. MARTINI BAR – Imbibe. MEDITERRANEAN – Phoenician Grill, Yolo Mediterranean Grill, Zenobia Grill. MEXICAN – Agave Azul, Cancun, Casa Fiesta, Casa Ramirez, Chipotle Mexican Grill, Coyoacan, Don Pancho’s, El Carlos, El Jalapeno, El Rodeo, El Torero, La Fiesta, Los Gallos, Salsita’s. PUERTO RICAN – Papa’s Puerto Rican Foods. SEAFOOD/FISH – Arthur Treacher’s, Boulevard Tavern, Café 422, Coconut Grove, Steamers Stonewall Tavern, Red Lobster, Youngstown Crab Co. SPANISH/CUBAN – Saborico Market and Café. STEAK – Alberini’s, Café 422, Chophouse, Fifth Season, Lone Star, Longhorn, Outback, Ponderosa, Quaker Steak & Lube, Rachel’s Westchester, Roadhouse, Springfield Grille, T.J.’s, Tully’s, Vernon’s Cafe, Winston’s, Wooden Angel. SUSHI – Azuka, Sakura, Sawa Steak House, Shangri La, Yamato. VEGAN – Flaming Ice Cube. VIETNAMESE – Pho Saigon, Yamato.
DINING GUIDE BY LOCATION MAHONING AUSTINTOWN – Angelea’s, Antone’s, BW-3, Bamboo Garden, Barry Dyngles Pub, Bob Evans, Chapters, Charly’s, Chipper’s Sports Bar, Cici’s, Crispy’s, Cocca’s Pizza, Cornersburg Pizza, Cosmo’s, Cracker Barrel, Dino’s, Eat’n Park, Fast Eddie’s, Fifth Season, Ice House, Inner Circle, International Buffet, Iron Skillet, Jay’s, Little Hunan, Lucianno’s, Manor, Marino’s, Nicolinni’s, O’Donold’s, Original Roadhouse, Panera, Papa John’s, Popeye’s, Quaker Steak and Lube, Rachel’s, Rotelli, Ruby Tuesday, Salsita’s, Salvatore’s, Sandwich Factory, Smaldino’s, Starbucks, Trax, Upstairs, Wedgewood Fernando’s Pizza, West Gate Pizza, Winston’s Tavern. BERLIN CENTER – Ben’s, G’s Pizza World. BOARDMAN – A&W, Aladdin’s, Amendolara’s, Antone’s, Applebee’s, Asian Chao, Asuka Japanese Cuisine, Belleria, Blue Wolf, Bob Evans, Bone Bucket, Boston Market, Bruno’s, Buffalo Wild Wings, Caffé Capri, Carrabba’s Italian Grille, Clarencedale Cake, Charley’s Steakery, ChickFil-A, Chili’s, Chinatown, Cocca’s, Cornersburg Pizza, Denny’s, East of Chicago Pizza, Eat’n Park, Evergreen Chinese Takeout, Friday’s, Gampetro’s, Gloria Jean’s, Grand Buffet, Great China Buffet, Great Harvest Bread, Greek Place, Gyro City, Harvest Buffet and Grille, House of China, Inner Circle,
International House of Pancakes, Iron Shamrock, Jay’s, Jeremiah Bullfrog’s, Jillian’s, Johnny’s, Landmark, Longhorn, M&P Coney Island, Main Moon, Mocha House, O’Charley’s, Olive Garden, Outback, Panda Garden, Panera, Papa’s Puerto Rican Foods, Papa John’s, Park Classic Diner, Perkins, Philly’s, Quiznos, Pho Saigon, Red Lobster, Rotelli, Rusty’s South Side Grill, Salty Grog’s, Sandwich Factory, Sawa, Scarsella’s, Scotto Pizza, Shang Hai River, Smokey Bones, Southgate, Springfield Grille, Starbucks, Steak-n-Shake, T.J.’s, That’s a Wrap, Townhouse, Uptown Pizza, Vintage Estate/V.E. Tasting Lounge, West Glen Ristorante, What’s Cookin’, Wedgewood Pizza, Yankee Kitchen, Youngstown Sports Grille. CAMPBELL – City Limits, Jay’s, Main Moon, Nicky’s, Soup City Deli. CANFIELD – AngeNetta’s, Barney’s Deli, Belleria, Bistro GQ, Bob Evans, China Hing, Drake’s Landing, Harry and Jean’s, Peaberry’s Cafe, Piccadilly Parlour, Pizza Joe’s, Quiznos, Yolo Mediterranean Grill, Young’s Restaurant, Zenobia Grill. CORNERSBURG – Belleria, Chung Chinese, Cornersburg Pizza, Davidson’s, Three Sisters Cafe. LAKE MILTON – El Carlos Mexican Restaurant. LOWELLVILLE – Carchedi’s, DeMarco’s, Geno’s, Gonata’s, Kenny’s. NEW MIDDLETOWN – DeChellis Italian Cafe. NORTH JACKSON – Dino’s, Jab’s Pizza, the Korner, Wrangler’s Olde Country Restaurant. NORTH LIMA – Bloomingdale’s, Giuseppe’s, Steamers Stonewall Tavern. POLAND – Chapters, Cornersburg, Fireplace, Five Points Wine and Bar, Friendly, Inner Circle, LaRocca’s, Noble Roman’s, Pascarella’s, Point. STRUTHERS – Belleria, Brier Hill Pizza, China Garden, DonaVito’s, Elmton, Fat E’s Attic, La Villa, Rip’s Cafe, Sandwich World, Tangier, Selah Cafe. YOUNGSTOWN (downtown) – Beat, Buffalo Wild Wings, Café Cimmento, Cassese’s MVR, Downtown Draught House, End of the Tunnel, Imbibe, Inner Circle, Jay’s, Jorgine’s Deli, Lemon Grove Cafe, Overture, Papa’s Puerto Rican Foods, Papa John’s, Rosetta Stone Cafe & Wine Bar, Royal Oaks, Rust Belt Brewing Co., Santa Fe Southwestern Grill, Subway, Tomasino’s, University Pizzeria, Winslow’s, Youngstown Club. EAST SIDE – Bud’s, City Limits, Jay’s, Royal Oaks, Saborico Market and Café. NORTH SIDE – Avalon Gardens, Beat Coffeehouse, Belleria, Cassese’s MVR, Charlie Staples, Coyoacan, Garland’s Barbecue, Golden Dawn, Inner Circle, Main Moon, Pizza Joe’s, Phoenician Grill, Subway, University Pizzeria, Winslow’s Cafe. SOUTH SIDE – Angelo’s, Boulevard Tavern, China Star, Crispy’s Chicken, Coconut Grove, East Wind, Isaly’s Busy Bee Restaurant, Irish Bob’s, Scarsella’s, Tokyo House. WEST SIDE – Casa Ramirez, County Maigh Eo, East of Chicago Pizza, Garden Cafe, Giachetta’s, Inner Circle, Jay’s Famous Hot Dogs, Kirkmere Pizza, La Fiesta, Mahoning Valley Lanes, Molly’s, Palm Café, Paprika’s Café, Periscoop Submarine, Phillie’s Open Hearth, Socciarelli’s, Youngstown Maennerchor.
WWW.METROMONTHLY.NET 19 YSU CAMPUS – Beat Coffeehouse, Cassese’s MVR, Charlie Staples, Coyoacan, Inner Circle, Lemon Grove Cafe, Peaberry’s, Subway, Taco Bell, University Pizzeria, Winslow’s Cafe.
COLUMBIANA COLUMBIANA – Das Dutch Haus. HANOVERTON – Spread Eagle Tavern. SALEM – Friends Roastery, Hickory Rib.
TRUMBULL BROOKFIELD – Bellybuster, Brookfield Diner, Happy Days Diner, Hilltop Pizza, Papa Louie’s. CHAMPION – Zoupwerks. CORTLAND – Buena Vista II, China House, Golden Stallion, Gus and Sal’s Italian Grille, Monty’s Mosquito Lake Carry-Out, Scarlette’s Skillet, Top Notch Diner. GIRARD – Amen Corner, Belleria at the Dome, Big Family - the World Cafe, Café Olgun, Girard Wok, Jib-Jab Hot Dog Shoppe. HOWLAND – Agave Azul, Antone’s That’s Italian, Chophouse, Fractured Prune, French Street Café, Great Harvest, Bread Co., Leo’s Ristorante, Mackey’s, Main Moon, Perkins, the Rig, Salvatore’s, Sunrise Express, Up a Creek Tavern, Wedgewood Fernando’s Pizza. HUBBARD – Antenucci’s, Belleria, C’s Waffle House, Country Market, Downtown Coffee Café, Emerald Diner, Erin’s Pub, Frankie’s Main Street Cafe, Globe Restaurant, Main Moon, Waffle House, Wings Express. KINSMAN – Auntie V’s Pizzeria, Market Square Soda Fountain, Nancy’s Cozy Café, Times Square. LEAVITTSBURG – Country Kupboard. LIBERTY – Antone’s, Armando’s, Arthur Treacher’s, Bob Evans, Cafe Nu, Cancun Mexican Restaurant, China Express, Charley’s, Denny’s, Fortune Garden, Golden Hunan, Grecian Gourmet, Joé, Inner Circle, Jimmy’s Italian Specialties, Kravitz’s Delicatessen, Nonni’s Ristorante, Page’s, Paisano’s, Rotelli, Shakers, Station Square, Subway, Summit Pizza & Subs, Uptown Pizza, West Fork Steakhouse, Youngstown Crab Co. MASURY – White Rose Spaghetti House. MINERAL RIDGE – China Garden, Waffle House. NEWTON FALLS – Covered Bridge Inn, Hometown Hot Dogs, Oven Fresh, Roby Lee’s, Sam’s. NILES – Alberini’s, Applebee’s, Arthur Treacher’s, Asian Chao, Atmosphere Café, BV II Go, Bob Evans, Brothers Pizza, Buffalo Wild Wings, Charley’s Steakery, China Wok, Chipoltle, Chuck E. Cheese, El Rodeo, Frankie’s, Gasoline Alley, International House of Pancakes, Lone Star, Main Loon, Manfredi’s, McMenamy’s, Max and Erma’s, Hometown Buffet, O’Charley’s, Olive Garden, Outback Steakhouse, Papa John’s, Quiznos, Red Lobster, (Brown Derby) Roadhouse, Robbins Pizza, Salvatore’s, Spinners Subs, Steak-n-Shake, Sunshine Chinese Buffet, Tokyo Sushi and Grill, Top Notch Diner, Vernon’s Cafe, Waffle House.
Torero, Eli’s Famous Barbecue, Enzo’s, Esther’s Buffet, Georgie’s, Great Wall, Happy Dragon, Hippodrome, Hot Dog Shoppe, Hung Lung Chinese Food, J.D.’s Posthouse, Marie’s Family Restaurant, Miss Bee’s Cafe, Mocha House, Papa John’s, Panera Bread, Parkman Road Pizza, Perkins, Pizza Express, Pizza Joe’s, Pizza Works, Ridgeview Pizza, Sakura Japanese Steakhouse and Sushi Bar, Sandwich Factory, Saratoga, Sorrento Pizzeria, Sunrise Inn, U.S. Sub Shop, Wayside, Yanni’s.
WESTERN PA. BEAVER – Wooden Angel. HERMITAGE – Applebee’s, C’s Waffles, C.W. Dandy’s, Chiccarino’s, China Wok, Combine Bros., Denny’s, Eat’N Park, Elham Restaurant, 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, 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. SHARON – Billy’s Black and Gold, 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, Phoenix, Pizza Joe’s, Quaker Steak & Lube, Rib Connection, Sharon Hotdog Shop, Side Pocket Cafe, Tastebuds, Tully’s, Wave. WEST MIDDLESEX – Raddison.
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VIENNA – Yankee Kitchen. WARREN – Arthur Treacher’s, Belleria Pizzeria, Blue Iris Café, Brothers Pizza, Buena Vista Cafe, Caesar’s, Café 422, Carmelo’s, Carmen’s Pizza, China Garden, Chat-n-Chew, Chung Chinese, Dilucia, East Wind, Eat’n Park, El
A&W, 680 Boardman-Canfield Road, Boardman; 330-758-8901. Chain restaurant features A&W favorites like floats, sodas, burgers and fries, plus 50s-style car hops. L,D. ACE’S WILD WINGS, 227 Boardman-
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DINING GUIDE GENERAL DIRECTORY Canfield Road, Boardman; 330758-8404. AGAVE AZUL, 8220 E. Market St., Howland; 330-856-8115. Howland restaurant features Mexican cuisine. Alcohol. 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 YoungstownWarren Road, Niles; 330-6525895. 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; 330533-6090. Features Italian cuisine. ANTENUCCI’S, 245 W. Liberty St., Hubbard; 330-534-5789. Italian cuisine, including pasta, soups, salads. ANTHONY’S ON-THE-RIVER, 15 Oak Hill Ave., Youngstown; 330-7447888. Downtown Youngstown restaurant overlook ing the Mahoning River serves American and Italian cuisine. L,D. Full bar. ANTONE’S, 4837 Mahoning Ave., Austintown; 330-793-0707. 3551 Belmont Ave., Liberty; 759-1561. Local chain serves Italian and American cuisine. ANTONE’S PANINOS AND PASTA, 720 Boardman-Canfield Road, Boardman; 330-965-0333. Locally owned restaurant serves ItalianAmerican cuisine. L,D. ANTONE’S THAT’S ITALIAN, 8256 High St., NE, Howland; 330-6098438. Italian-American cuisine. APPLEBEE’S, 904 Great East Plaza, Niles; 330-544-0780. 6691 South Ave., Boardman; 965-0460. This Kansas-based chain operates 1,600 “neighborhood” restaurants in 49 states. Serves dinner entrees, soups, salads, and appetizers. L,D seven days. ARTHUR TREACHER’S FISH AND CHIPS, 3707 Belmont Ave., Liberty; 330-759-2245. 2 YoungstownWarren Road, Niles; 330-505-2645. 2690 Elm Road, NE, Warren; 330372-1002. Fish and chips, hush puppies, various sides. ASIAN CHAO, Southern Park Mall, 7401 Market St., Boardman; 330965-9859. Eastwood Mall; 5051792. Asian cuisine with a fastfood presentation. ASUKA JAPANESE CUISINE, 7381 Market St., Boardman; 330-6298088. Japanese steak house. AT M O S P H E R E C A F É , 8 1 5 Yo u n g s tow n - Wa r re n , N i l e s ; 330-652-6929. Italian-American cuisine. Specialties include Roma Pomodoro, soups and salads. B,L,D. Seven days. Offers live entertainment on Friday. BV II GO, 760 Youngstown-Warren Road, Niles; 330-544-2844. Buena Vista menu in a takeout format. BAMBOO GARDEN, 5468 Mahoning
WWW.METROMONTHLY.NET 21 3301. Mexican. Seven days. CARCHEDI’S, 30 E. Water St., Lowellville; 330-536-8128. Homestyle Italian. L,D Monday through Saturday. CARMELO’S, 2635 Youngstown Road, Warren; 330-369-6262. Italian, pizza, and steaks. Seven days. MC,V,GB. CASA RAMIREZ, 1578 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown; 330-792-9920. Family-owned eatery features Mexican in a casual setting. L,D Monday through Saturday. CASSESE’S MVR, 410 N. Walnut S t . , Yo u n g s t o w n ; 3 3 0 - 7 4 6 7067. Italian-American cuisine. Specialties include homemade soups and sauces. L,D Monday through Saturday. Full bar. All major credit cards. CHAPTERS CAFE, 311 S. Main St., Poland; 330-707-9860. 600 Raccoon Road, Austintown; 330793-7408. Deli-style restaurant in the Poland and Austintown branches of the Public Library features specialty coffees and teas, soups, salads, and sandwiches.
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The Sunrise Inn recently opened on Mahoning Avenue in Austintown in a former Waffle House location. The eatery serves pizza, wings, subs and other signature items. Ave., Austintown; 330-793-8665. Chinese. BARBARA’S COZY CORNER, 3671 McCartney Road, Campbell; 330536-8999. Family-style. BARNEY’S DELI, 132 S. Broad St., Canfield; 330-533-7408. Locallyowned, independent restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, soup, salads, grillers, sandwich platters, traditional and contemporary deli sandwiches. BARRY DYNGLE’S PUB, 1601 S. R accoon Road, Austintown; 330-259-4788. Award-winning barbecue: wings, baby back ribs, rib-and-chicken combos, chicken entrees, burgers, sandwiches. Full bar. Major credit cards. 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. BELLY BUSTER, 6949 WarrenSharon Road, Brookfield; 330448-2145. Offers 25 varieties of sub sandwiches. BEN’S RESTAURANT AND BAR, 17729 Akron-Canfield Road, Berlin Center; 330-547-7633. Longtime eatery specializes in steaks, entrees and seafood. BIG FAMILY: THE WORLD PUB, 30 N. State St., Girard; 330-545-4040. BISTRO GQ, 5231 S. Canfield-Niles Road, Canfield; 330-533-2999. Steaks, seafood, pasta and Italian. BLOOMINGDALE’S POINT R E S TAU R A N T , 9 8 3 5 S o u t h Ave., North Lima; 330-549-5445. Features home-cooked meals and daily specials. Seven days. BLUE IRIS CAFÉ, 176 North Park Ave., Warren; 330-372-4747. Deli and bakery serves a varied menu. Specialties include a Cuban sandwich and homemade baked goods. B,L,D Monday through Saturday. V, MC. 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. BOB EVANS. Ohio-based chain offers Sunday-style dinners and farmstyle breakfasts. On the breakfast side: omelets, egg-and-breakfastmeat combinations, plus country
favorites like buttermilk biscuits, sausage gravy and flapjacks. For dinner, it’s a mixture of new and old: turkey dinners share the spotlight with grilled fish, stir fries and other contemporary fare. B,L,D. BONE BUCKET, 714 BoardmanCanfield Road, Boardman; 330729-9622. Memphis-style barbecue. Dine in or carry out. Monday through Saturday. BOSTON MARKET, 435 BoardmanPoland Road, Boardman; 330726-4006. Features home-style dinners and accompanying sides, deli-style sandwiches, desserts and soft drinks. L,D. Dine in or carry out. B O U L E VA R D TAV E R N , 3 5 0 3 Southern Blvd., Youngstown; 330788-0931. Landmark restaurant serves Italian-American. On Friday, there’s a popular fish fry. Photos of old Youngstown complement a comfor table setting. A Youngstown institution. Full bar. L,D Monday-Saturday. BROOKFIELD FAMILY DINER, 524 state Route 7, Brookfield; 330-4482838. Family-style eatery serves dinner entrees, sandwiches, soups, salads and breakfast. B,L,D. BROTHER’S SUB SHOP, 710 E. Market St., Warren; 330-393-4111. 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; 330-757-0840. 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; 330-372-4493. 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. BUENA VISTA II,1873 Niles-Cortland Road, Cortland; 330-856-2811. Uncle Nick’s Greek fried chicken is the restaurant’s claim to fame. Casual eatery features Italian, ribs, pizza and various dinner entrees. BUFFALO WILD WINGS, Stambaugh Building, downtown Youngstown; 330-744-2999. Southern Park Mall, Boardman; 726-1313. 950 Great East Plaza, Niles; 505-2999; 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. BV TO GO, 760 Youngstown-Warren Road, Niles; 330-544-2844. Uncle Nick’s Greek fried chicken is the restaurant’s claim to fame. The Buena Vista in a to-go format. C’S WAFFLE HOUSE, 920 W. Liberty St., Hubbard; 330-534-7631. Family style cooking. B,L,D. CAESAR’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT, 2801 W. Market, Warren; 330-8981555. Italian. L,D seven days. C’S WAFFLE HOUSE, 920 W. Liberty St., Hubbard; 330-534-7631. Family style cooking. B,L,D. CAFÉ 534, 115 Milton Blvd., Newton Falls; 330-872-7072. Pub grub: burgers, fish, chicken and wings. Full bar. CAFÉ CIMMENTO, 120 E. Boardman St., downtown Youngstown; 330740-0166. Features Italian cuisine. Open Monday through Saturday. Full bar. B,L,D. MC,V. CAFÉ NU, 300 Churchill-Hubbard Road, Liberty; 330-759-5215. Cafe serves specialty coffees, teas, meat and/or vegetarian sandwiches and entrees, soups, salads, and baked goods. B,L,D. Monday through Saturday. Major credit cards. CAFÉ OLGUN, 9 W. Liberty St., Girard; 330-545-6015. Home-style 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. Sandwiches, soups, salads, biscotti, and coffees. L. Monday through Saturday. CANCUN MEXICAN RESTAURANT, Belmont at I-80, Liberty; 330-759-
CHARLY’S FAMILY RESTAURANT BY MR. B., 4455 Kirk Road, Austintown, 330-799-5569. Family-style food. CHARLEY’S STEAKERY, 7401 Market St., Boardman; 330-726-7171. 5555 Youngstown Warren Road, Niles; 330-544-3300. Columbus-based chain features grilled steak and chicken. CHAT-N-CHEW, 2600 W. Market S t . , Wa r r e n ; 3 3 0 - 8 9 8 - 7 9 4 0 . Family-style cooking in a casual atmosphere. B,L,D. CHEF PENG CHINESE RESTAURANT, 517 N. Main St., Niles; 330-5448132. 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.; 724-3461414. 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, 758-7391. Founded in 1967, the restaurant credits itself for offering the first boneless chicken breast sandwich in the country. Monday through Saturday. CHILI’S GRILL AND BAR,7403 Market St., Boardman; 330-758-4117. 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; 330-797-8763. Chinese food in a buffet format. CHINA EXPRESS, 2899 Belmont Ave., Liberty; 330-759-3022. Asian cuisine. Dine in and carry out. CHINA GARDEN, 3971 State Route 46, Mineral Ridge; 330-505-1188. Chinese. Dine in, carry out. CHINA GARDEN, 1010 5th St., Struthers; 330-750-9818. Chinese cuisine. Eat-in, carry out. L,D. CHINA GARDEN, 2077 Elm Road, NE, Warren; 330-372-9998. Chinese buffet. Dine in, carry out. CHINA HING, 423 E. Main St., Canfield; 330- 533-8989. Asian cuisine. Eatin, carry out. CHINA HOUSE, 418 S. High St., Cortland; 330-637-2788. Asian. CHINA STAR, 3911 Market St., Youngstown; 330-788-5813. Chinese. Dine in, carry out. Seven days. Delivers to Youngstown, Boardman and Struthers. V,D, MC. CHINA WOK, 39 Vienna, Niles; 330-544-
6969. Chinese. Dine in, carry out. CHINATOWN, 8600 Glenwood Ave., Boardman; 330-965-9818. Chinese cuisine. L,D. CHIPPER’S SPORTS BAR, Mahoning Avenue at Edgehill, Austintown; 330-799-6667. Serves burgers, pizza, various sides. Full bar. 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 S t . , Wa r r e n ; 3 3 0 - 8 5 6 - 2 1 2 1 . Upscale restaurant at the Avalon Inn offers steaks, seafood, chops, chicken, various dinner entrees, appetizers and salads. Features a co m p re h e n s i ve w i n e l i s t and a children’s menu. Full bar. MC,V,AE,D. CHUCK E. CHEESE, 521 BoardmanPoland Road, Boardman; 330-6299929. 2082 Niles-Cortland Road SE, Niles; 652-0740. Kid-friendly chain offers sandwiches, salads, appetizers, and a signature pizza. CHUNG CHINESE RESTAURANT, 2020 North Road, Warren; 330652-7277. 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; 330-544-5880. 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-andpop restaurant serves Italian and American cuisine. Homemade soups, daily specials. Seven days. CLARENCEDALE CAKE, 6528 South Ave., Boardman; 330-758-6245. Web site: www.clarencedalecake. com. Gourmet bake shop sells s c u l p t u re d c a k e s, g o u r m e t cupcakes, and made-from-scratch pastries. Tuesday through Sunday. Major credit cards. COMBINE BROS., Routes 18 and 518, Hermitage, Pa.; 724-983-1057. Family-owned restaurant features modern Italian. L,D. Full bar. Major credit cards. COUNTRY MARKET, 2226 N. Main St., Hubbard; 330-534-4856. Restaurant and buffet in the Flying B complex serves family-style meals. Seven days, 24 hours. B,L,D. COUNTY MAIGH EO, 706 Steel S t . , Yo u n g s t o w n ; 3 3 0 - 7 9 2 7077. Irish pub and restaurant serves traditional fare, including shepherd’s pie, corned beef and cabbage, and 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, 137 Lincoln Ave., Youngstown; 330744-2444. Burritos and tacos in an assembly-line format. Patrons select among chicken, beef, pork and vegetarian bases and build their sandwiches. 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. Country-style food and a gift shop selling country items. B,L,D. Seven days. Major credit cards. CRISPY CHICKEN, 5188 YoungstownPoland Road, Struthers; 330750-6199. 1651 S. Raccoon Road, Austintown; 330-799-6099.
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ELI’S FAMOUS BAR-B-QUE, 4284 New Road, Austintown; 330-2702503. 1407 Niles Road, Warren; 330-369-5457. Locally owned restaurant serves ribs, chicken, fish, greens, candied yams, cornbread and southern treats like sweet potato pie and pound cake. L,D. THE ELMTON, 584 5th St., Struthers; 330-755-8511. Landmark Struthers b a r / re s t a u ra n t fe a t u re s a n 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. Dine in, carry out. MC, D, V. L,D Monday through Saturday. 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. 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. ESTHER’S BUFFET, 3323 Parkman Road, NW, Warren; 330-898-4008. Down home, home-style Sunday dinner cooking in a buffet. EVERGREEN CHINESE TAKEOUT, 1393 Boardman-Canfield Road, Boardman; 330-758-8848. FIFTH SEASON, 7098 Mahoning Ave., Austintown; 330-799-3483. Restaurant on Meander specializes in steaks, chops and seafood. Full bar. Major credit cards. FIREPLACE, 2075 E. Western Reserve Road, Poland; 330-757-4042. Longtime restaurant/bar serves Italian-American cuisine. Full bar. Live music on weekends. FIVE POINTS BAR, 9065 Springfield Road, Poland; 330-549-2932. Poland business features a retail wine shop, specialty beers, and a variety of appetizers (salads, tapanades, cheese plates, soups, and flatbread pizzas). Open Monday through Saturday. The retail shop opens at 11 a.m. The kitchen is open Tuesday through Saturday. Wine and beer available on premises. Accepts major credit cards. FLAMING ICE CUBE,1449 BoardmanCanfield Road, Canfield; 330-7264766. 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 offers Hunan and Szechuan-style Chinese cuisine. FRACTURED PRUNE, 8254 High St., Howland and Warren; 330-856-1257. Made-to-order hot doughnuts, breakfast sandwiches, and Seattle’s Best Coffee. Breakfast items served all day every day. FRANKIE’S MAIN STREET CAFE, 368 N. Main St., Hubbard; 330534-9064. Bar/restaurant serves ribs, steaks, seafood, burgers and entrees. Tuesday through Sunday. Full bar. FRENCH STREET C AFÉ, 1 1 9 5 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. Offers soups, dinner entrees, sandwiches, salads and a number of classic ice cream and soda fountain treats. FRIENDS ROASTERY, 474 E. State St., Salem; 330-337-6962. Independent restaurant features made-fromscratch sandwiches, baked goods, specialty coffees and teas. Coffee beans are roasted in-house. B,L,D. Monday through Friday, B,L. Saturday and Sunday. GAMPETRO’S, 7332 Southern Blvd., Boardman; 330-758-4618. Italian, American and Southern-style food. GARDEN CAFE, 123 McKinley Ave., Youngstown; 330-740-7116. Restaurant at Fellows Riverside Gardens serves sandwiches, salads and soups. L. Tuesday through Sunday. Closed Monday. GARLAND’S BARBECUE, 520 Belmont, Youngstown; 330-7469461. Southern-style chicken, ribs, and fish. GATSBY, 54 Westchester Drive, Austintown; 330-793-6299. Pasta, ribs, seafood, chops. Full bar. B,L,D seven days. GENO’S RESTAURANT, 224 E. Water St., Lowellville; 330-536-9009. Italian. GEORGIE’S RESTAURANT, 1860 Elm Road, NE, Warren; 330-372-6100. Home-style cooking. 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; 330534-9725. Breakfast, lunch and dinner selections, trucker-hearty breakfasts and a stick-to-your ribs Sunday buffet worthy of a thousand grandmas. B,L,D. GOLDEN DAWN, 1245 Logan Ave., Youngstown; 330-746-0393. North Side institution serves sandwiches, dinners, and a unique pizza. B,L,D Monday through Saturday. GOLDEN HUNAN, 3111 Belmont Ave., Liberty; 330-759-7197. 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. GRAND BUFFET CHINESE RESTAURANT, 7690 Market St., Boardman; 330-629-8887. Cantonese, Szechuan and Hunan cuisine. L,D. Seven days. G R E AT C H I N A B U F F E T , 4 6 3 Boardman-Poland Road, Boardman; 330-965-9222. Features a Chinese buffet. GREAT WALL, 2662 Mahoning Ave., Warren; 330-392-5008. Chinese cuisine. L,D. GREAT HARVEST BREAD, 8024 E. Market St., Howland; 330-6098500. 7684 Market St., Boardman; 330-629-9600. Features a number of whole-grain breads, rolls, sandwiches, bakery items (scones, fruit bars, biscotti, cookies, etc.) and special coffee drinks and teas. Howland location offers glutenfree bakery products. V,MC,D. GREEK PLACE, 7401 Market St., Boardman; 330-726-7625. Features Greek specialties. GREENFORD CUPBOARD, 11975 Lisbon Road, Canfield; 330-5339847. B,L,D. GUS AND SAL’S ITALIAN GRILLE, 168 N. Mecca St., Cortland; 6374515. Italian cuisine. GYRO CITY & GRILL, Southern Park Mall, 7401 Market St., Boardman; 330-629-8090. Located in the food
METRO MONTHLY | JANUARY 2010 court at the Southern Park Mall. HAPPY DAYS DINER, 7317 WarrenSharon Road, Brookfield; 330-4487000. Diner-style. HAPPY DRAGON, 2573 Parkman Road, NW, Warren; 330-898-3112. Chinese. HARRY & JEAN’S, 6580 Ironwood Blvd., Canfield; 330-702-8700. American. Chicken, pork, seafood and pasta. Seven days. Major credit cards. HICKORY GRILLE, 1645 N. Hermitage Road, Hermitage; 724-962-1775. Specializes in beef, chicken, seafood, pasta, sandwiches and appetizers. L,D. Full bar. HICKORY RIB, 377 S. Ellsworth Ave., Salem; 330-332-3330. Serves Texas-style barbecue. Full bar. L,D Tuesday through Saturday. Accepts all major credit cards. THE HIPPODROME, 150 E. Market St., Warren; 330-392-3020. Facility for meetings and/or major events. Grand ballroom serves 300 plus people. On premises catering by the Mocha House. Open during events. Call for more information. HOMETOWN BUFFET, 5 5 5 5 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. HOMETOWN HOT DOGS, 327 Milton Blvd. South, Newton Falls; 330872-1711. HOT DOG SHOPPE, 740 W. Market, Warren; 330-395-7057. West Side eatery serves coneys, sandwiches, shakes and a monster portion of french fries known as “family fries.” A Warren institution – just ask any Trumbull native. HOUSE OF CHINA, Boardman Plaza, Boardman; 330-758-2307. Cantonese and Mandarin-style. ICE HOUSE INN, Webb Road at Route 46, Austintown; 330-544-8800. Sandwiches, fish, spaghetti, and various entrees. L,D seven days. INNER CIRCLE PIZZA, 4520 Mahoning Ave., Austintown; 330793-3819; 3570 Belmont Ave., Liberty; 759-7896. 2715 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown; 799-7809. 318 Elm St., Youngstown; 330-7445448; 1816 Boardman-Poland Road, Poland; 757-3719. Locally owned pizzeria/restaurant/ bar serves pizza, wings, Italian specialties, sandwiches, soups and salads. Full bar. I N T E R N AT I O N A L H O U S E O F PANCAKES, 833 BoardmanPoland Road, Boardman; 330-7588505; 1980 Niles-Cortland Road, Niles; 330-505-9480. B,L,D. IRON SHAMROCK, 8414 Market St., Boardman; 330-953-2105. ISALY’S BUSY BEE RESTAURANT, 3309 South Ave.,Youngstown; 330788-2053. Home cooking. B,L. ITALIAN TAKEOUT, 4277 U.S. 422, Pulaski,Pa.,724-964-0800. Specializes in all Italian foods, including pizza, subs, wings, stromboli, salads, and a variety of appetizers. L,D six days a week, excluding Tuesday (closed). J.D.’S POSTHOUSE, 5201 Mahoning Ave.,Warren; 330-847-8113. Homestyle cooking. Seven days. JAY’S FAMOUS HOT DOGS, Various locations in the area. Serves coneys, fries, gyros and various sides. JEREMIAH BULLFROG’S, 1315 Boardman-Canfield Road, Boardman; 330-965-0800. Sports bar and grill. Full bar. MC,V,D,AE. JIB JAB HOT DOG SHOP, 313 S. State St., Girard; 330-545-1129. Sandwiches, soups and sides. JILLIAN’S, 7401 Market St. (Southern Park Mall), Boardman; 330-6298556. American. L,D. Full bar.
JOÉ RESTAURANT, 2921 Belmont, Liberty; 330-759-8890. 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. Home-style meals and soups. B,L,D. Monday through Friday. V, MC,D. THE KORNER, 9177 Mahoning Ave., North Jackson; 330-538-9963. Family-style cooking. KOUNTRY KUPBOARD, 6152 W. Market, Leavittsburg; 330-8987797. Diner-style. B,L,D. 24 hours. KRAVITZ’S DELICATESSEN, 3135 Belmont Ave., Liberty; 330-7597889. Longtime delicatessen (since 1939) serves deli sandwiches, soups, baked goods. B,L,D.
RESTAURANTS MARGHERITA’S GRILLE, 728 N. State St., Girard; 330-545-2424. Italian. Specialties include a Margherita’s pizza and a Friday fish fry. L,D Monday through Saturday. Full bar. Major credit cards. MAIN LOON RESTAURANT, 26 Youngstown-Warren Road, Niles; 330-652-9682. Chinese. MAIN MOON, 8218 E. M ark et, Howland; 330-856-9388. 607 W. Liberty, Hubbard; 534-8880. 671 McCartney; 746-0008. 1760 Belmont, Youngstown; 330-7431638. Chinese. L,D.
MAX & ERMA’S, 5792 YoungstownWarren Road, Niles; 330-544-4447. Pub-style cuisine. Full bar.
LITTLE HUNAN, 4748 Mahoning Ave., Austintown; 330-792-4411. Chinese. L,D daily. LONE STAR STEAKHOUSE, 1738 Boardman-Poland, Boardman; 330757-7133. Eastwood Mall, Niles; 544-7000. Steakhouse features steaks, seafood, burgers, chicken, soups, salads and appetizers. LO N G H O R N S T E A K H O U S E , 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. Seven days. LUCIANNO’S, 1732 S. Raccoon Road, Austintown; 330-792-5975. ItalianAmerican. M&P CONEY ISLAND, 2700 Elm Road, NE, Warren; 330-372-9250. MR. R.’S FOOD CARRY-OUT, 2727 Youngstown Road, Warren; 330369-4370. Italian, pizza, chicken, parmeseans, etc. L,D Tuesday through Sunday. MACKEY’S,2081 Niles-Cortland Road, SE, Howland; 330-544-9224. Ice cream and novelties. MAGGIE’S MAGIC MUFFIN HOUSE, 7932 Southern Blvd., Boardman; 330-965-7400. Locally-owned cafe serves muffins, sandwiches and specialty coffee drinks. B,L. MANLIO’S PIZZ A & ITALIAN EATERY, 3620 Starr Centre Drive, Canfield; 330-533-3929. Features a wide variety of gourmet and rustic pizzas, pasta, hot and cold sandwiches, calzones, soups and specialty salads.
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MARKET SQUARE FOUNTAIN, Public Square, Kinsman; 330-8763178. Offers ice cream sodas, malts, phosphates and hot dogs.
LA ROCC A’S PIZZA & PASTA RISTORANTE, 6505 Clingan Road, Poland; 330-757-1212. Features I talian cuisine. L,D Monday through Saturday. Beer/wine available. V,MC,D,AE.
LEO’S RISTORANTE, 7042 E. Market, Howland; 330-856-5291. Modern Italian: beef, chicken, veal, pasta, Italian greens, pizza, various sides. L,D Monday through Saturday.
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MARIO’S, 5162 Youngstown-Poland Road, Struthers; 330-755-0738.
(THE) MANOR, 3104 S. Canfield Niles Road, Austintown; 330-318-8060. American and Italian cuisine.
LEMON GROVE CAFE AND LOUNGE, 122 W. Federal St., Youngstown; 330-301-0282. New cafe features soups, salads, sandwiches, specialty coffees and teas. The cafe features a stage for live performance and other artistic ventures. Jacob Harver is the proprietor. B,L,D. Full bar. Seven days.
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MARIE’S FAMILY RESTAURANT, 2940 Parkman Road, NW, Warren; 330-469-5411.
LANDMARK RESTAURANT, 7424 Market St., Boardman; 330-9656199. Family-style cooking.
LA VILLA SPORTS BAR AND GRILLE, 812 Youngstown-Poland, Struthers; 330-755-8744. Italian-American wigs, burgers and various sides. Monday through Saturday.
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McMENAMY’S, 325 YoungstownWarren Road, Niles; 330-544-1732. Serves specials, dinner entrees, s o u p s, s a l a d s, s a n d w i c h e s, appetizers. Full bar. MISS BEE’S CAFE, 2727 Youngstown Road, SE, Warren; 330-369-4370. Chicken, fish, sandwiches, etc. Home-style cooking. MOCHA HOUSE, 467 High St.,Warren; 330-392-3020; 7141 Tiffany Blvd., Boardman; 965-0890. Locally owned cafe serves specialty coffee drinks, teas, desserts (pastries, cheesecake, pies, cakes), lunch/ dinner, soups, sandwiches, salads. B,L,D seven days.
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PHILLY’S ALL AMERICAN CHEESE STEAK, 8414 Market St., Boardman; 330-758-8100.
SABORICO MARKET & CAFE, 1361 Shehy St., Youngstown; 330-7467865. Spanish food, steak, Cuban and sandwiches. Seven days.
OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE, 7000 Tiffany Blvd., Boardman; 330-6292775. 5553 Youngstown Road, Niles; 544-6774. Tampa-based chain serves steaks, beef, ribs, seafood and pasta. Major credit cards. D seven days. OVERTURE, 260 W. Federal St., downtown Youngstown; 330-7438062. Restaurant at DeYor features seasonal cuisine. Jeff Chrystal is chef. L,D. Major credit cards. PAGE’S NEW AGES DINER, 1472 Churchill-Hubbard Road, Liberty; 330-759-2789. Home-style cooking. B,LD. PAGZ BAR AND GRILL, 119 North Main, Hubbard; 330-534-2215. Specialties include home-style entreés and wings. D seven days. Full bar. (DUBIC’S) PALM CAFE, 301 Steel St., Youngstown; 330-799-8889. Saturday is a special day at the Palm. That’s when proprietor G eorge Dubic fires up the smokehouse. Hours later, the town (and beyond) lines up for outstanding cherr y-smoked chicken, pork and lamb. Full bar. 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; 330-3723390. M issouri-based chain operates 825 bakery/restaurants in 35 states. Sandwiches, muffins, breads, soups, salads and desserts. B,L,D. Seven days. MC, V. PAPA’S PUERTO RICAN FOODS , 980 Mathews Road, Boardman; 330-743-6480. 21 W. Federal St. (Barley’s), Youngstown; 330-7436480. Serves Puerto Rican dishes, including chicken and beef stews, chuletas frita (fried pork chops), chicken, beef and pork pastellillo, tostones (fried plaintain chips) and mofongo (mashed plantains with garlic). Open seven days. A second location operates out of Barley’s in downtown Youngstown. PAPRIKA CAFE, 2626 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown; 330-799-2105. This Hungarian restaurant and deli features lunch and dinner. S elec tions include chick en paprikas, pork and sauerkraut, stuffed peppers, stuffed cabbage, beef and dumplings, cabbage and noodles, and various tortes, cookies and pastries. PA R K C L A S S I C D I N E R , 1 0 3 5 Boardman-Poland Road, Boadman; 330-726-3660. Diner style. B,L.D. Seven days. PASCARELLA’S, 3032 Center Road, Poland; 330-757-0738. Italian and American. Specialties include homemade pasta and sauce and lamb on the rod. L,D, Seven days. Delivers to business. Full bar. Major credit cards. PEABERRY’S CAFE, Kilcawley Center, YSU, Youngstown. Campus eatery serves coffee drinks, pastries, sandwiches and appetizers. L. Monday through Friday. PEABERRY’S CAFE, 4350 BoardmanCanfield Road, Canfield; 330-7029230. Serves pastries, sandwiches, specialty coffee drinks and teas. PERISCOOP SUBMARINE, 3101 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown; 330793-9162. Submarine sandwiches
PHOENICIAN GRILL, 2545 Belmont Ave., Youngstown; 330-743-5777. This locally owned and operated restaurant features authentic Lebanese cuisine. (See sidebar in this section.) The restaurant is open 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., Monday through Saturday and serves lunch and dinner. Dine in or carry out. V,MC,D. PHO SAIGON, 6532 South Ave., Boardman; 330-729-9588. Offers Vietnamese and Chinese cuisine. Dine in or carry out. Open 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., Tuesday through Thursday, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, and 11 a..m. to 9:30 p.m. on Sunday. Closed on Monday. PICCADILLY PARLOUR, 114 S. Broad St., Canfield; 330-533-4749. Victorian-style tea room serves sandwiches, salads, various lunch items and a variety of teas. L. QUAKER STEAK AND LUBE, 101 Chestnut St., Sharon, Pa.; 724-981WING. 7530 Market St., Boardman; 330-726-6620. Locally-owned chain serves wings, sandwiches, appetizers and burgers. Full bar. QUIZNOS, 440 Boardman-Poland Road, Boardman; 330-758-8455. 7105 Lockwood Blvd., Canfield; 330-965-2466. 1968 E. State St., Hermitage; 724-342-6150; 2488 Niles-Cortland Road, Howland; 330-544-6565. Denver-based chain operates over 3,000 restaurants worldwide. Features toasted sub sandwiches (steak, turkey, chicken, beef and vegetarian), plus salads and soups. L,D. R ACHEL’S WESTCHESTER, 54 Westchester, Austintown; 330799-1700. Steaks, seafood, chops, Italian. Full bar. RAPTIS FAMILY RESTAURANT, 1939 Niles-Cortland Road, Warren; 330856-3237. Serves American food and Greek specialties. B,L,D. RED LOBSTER, 1410 BoardmanPoland Road, Boardman; 330-7580979. 5701 Youngstown-Warren Road, Niles; 544-1321. Specialties include fish (grilled, roasted and fried), salads and appetizers. L,D. Seven days. Full bar. RIP’S CAFÉ, 614 Youngstown-Poland Road, Struthers; 330-755-0057. Slovak cuisine. ROBY LEE’S RESTAURANT AND BANQUET CENTER, 425 Ridge Road, Newton Falls; 330-8720983.
SAKURA JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE, 4166 Youngstown Road, SE, Warren; 330-395-1688. Japanese steakhouse and sushi bar. Tueday through Sunday. Full bar. SALSITA’S, 5495 Clarkins, Austintown; 330-270-9133. 3031 Mahoning, Youngstown; 330-270-9133. Mexican. L,D. Seven days. Full bar. SALVATORE’S, 8720 E. Market St., Howland; 330-609-7777. 4831 Mahoning Ave., Austintown; 330799-2285. Locally owned and operated restaurant serves ItalianAmerican cuisine, including pasta, sandwiches, soups and salads. SANDWICH FACTORY, 15 N.CanfieldNiles Road, Austintown; 330-7934084. 6128 Market St., Boardman; 330-758-0400. Subs (plus other varieties), salads, soup and various sides. L,D. Seven days. SANTA FE ROAST BEEF CO., 20 Federal Plaza West, Youngstown; 330-746-5633. Southwestern style steak and chicken, including quesadillas, burritos and tacos. SARATOGA, 129 E. Market St., Warren; 330-393-6646. B,L. SAWA STEAK HOUSE, 7401 Market St., Boardman; 330-726-1888. 5555 Youngstown-Warren Road, Niles; 330-989-6588. Japanese steakhouse and sushi. L,D. SCARLETTE’S SKILLET, 105 S. High St., Cortland; 330-638-1800. Homestyle cooking. SCARSELLA’S, 4151 Market St., Youngstown; 330-788-0806. Family-owned, independent serves Italian cuisine. Homemade and regular pasta, Italian specialties and an Italian-style fish on Friday. The red sauce is among the best in the area. L,D. MC, V, AE. SCARSELLA’S PIZZA & CARRYOUT, 8252 Market St., Boardman; 330758-0837. Italian specialties. SCENNA’S FAMILY RESTAURANT, 1901 N. State St., Girard; 330-5458984. Family-style. B,L,D. 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. SHANG HAI RIVER, 945 BoardmanCanfield Road, Boardman; 330758-1698. Chinese. SHANGRI LA SUSHI GRILL AND BUFFET, 337 Boardman-Poland Road, Boardman; 330-758-7788.
ROSETTA STONE CAFE & WINE BAR, 110 W. Federal St., Youngstown; 330-480-0884. Restaurant and cafe serves modern American cuisine. Features patio seating, live entertainment, and wines by the glass. Full bar. L,D. ROTELLI PIZZA AND PASTA, 5553 Mahoning Ave., Austintown; 330-270-8349. 6540 South Ave., Boardman; 330-758-1914. 4698 Belmont, Liberty; 330-759-7978. Italian cuisine, including pizza, pasta and calzones. R OYA L O A K S , 9 2 4 O a k S t . , Youngstown; 330-744-5501. Locally owned and operated restaurant/bar serves woodsmoked barbecue ribs, chicken and pork, wings, salads and sandwiches. L,D. Full bar.
SMOKEY BONES BBQ, 6651 South Ave., Boardman; 330-965-1554. Chain with hickory barbecue. L,D.
RUBY TUESDAY, 5555 Mahoning, Austintown; 330-779-3640. Entrees, soups, salads, sandwiches.
SPRINGFIELD GRILLE, 7413 Tiffany South, Boardman; 330-7260895. 1226 Perry Highway (Rt. 19), Mercer, Pa.; 724-748-3589. Regional chain features steaks,
RUSTY’S SOUTH SIDE GRILL, 8586 South Ave., Boardman; 330-729-
SOUP CITY DELI, 151 ½ 12th St., Campbell; 330-755-7400. Campbell deli offers a variety of sandwiches, hoagies, salads and soups. A popular item at the deli is the rotisserie chicken, which is made daily. Open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Tuesday through Friday and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday. SPINNERS SUB SHOP, 815 Youngstown-Warren Road, Niles; 330-505-0500. Subs in a variety of styles, including traditional Italian, turkey, beef, and chicken, etc. SPREAD EAGLE TAVERN, 10150 Plymouth, Hanoverton; 330-2231583. Regional and American. L,D. Monday through Sunday. MC, V, D.
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Home-style cooking. WHITE ROSE SPAGHETTI HOUSE, 802 Standard, Masury; 330-4488823. Local restaurant serves Italian specialties. The restaurant/ bar is a gem - straight out of the 1940s and one of those places virtually untouched by time, but known to all the regulars.
STAGECOACH RESTAURANT & LOUNGE, 10300 Market St., Boardman; 330-549-3470. (CHARLIE) STAPLES ORIGINAL FAMOUS BAR-B-Q RESTAURANT, 372 W. Rayen, Youngstown; 330743-7427. Charlie Staples moved to the corner of Belmont and Rayen where he retooled and upgraded. Although the decor suggests 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 chain features specialty coffee drinks, teas, pastries, cookies, and baked goods. STATION SQUARE, 4250 Belmont Ave., Liberty; 330-759-8802. Locally owned independent serves Italian and American cuisine. 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. 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. SUNRISE EXPRESS, 132 NilesCortland Road, Howland; 330609-7474. Carryout pizza, wings and sandwiches. SUNRISE INN, 510 E. Market St., Warren; 330-392-5176. Longtime Warren restaurant serves ItalianAmerican. Deep-dish, Chicagostyle, Sicilian and sheet pizza varieties. Dine in, carry out. Full bar. B,L,D. SUNSHINE CHINESE BUFFET, 1212 Youngstown-Warren Road, Niles; 330-505-1488. Chinese buffet. T.J.’S, 7410 South Ave., Boardman; 330-726-1611. Soups, salads, entrees. B,L,D seven days. THAT’S A WRAP AND PIZZA CAFE, 343 Boardman-Canfield 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. TIMES SQUARE, 8078 Main St., Kinsman; 330-876-3241. Home cooking and a large variety of homemade pies. TOKYO SUSHI & GRILL, 5555 Youngstown-Warren Road, Niles; 330-652-8588. Japanese. TOKYO HOUSE, 1907 South Ave., Youngstown; 330-747-2231. Japanese steakhouse. D Monday through Saturday. TOP NOTCH DINER, 682 S. High St., Cortland; 330-638-0077. 5555 Youngstown-Warren Road, Niles; 330-505-3534. Specialties include Reubens, stuffed peppers, stuffed cabbage, chicken parmesean, chicken Alfredo and a popular burger. 24 hours. Delivers locally. B,L,D. V,MC,D. TOWNHOUSE, 8398 Market St., Boardman; 330-758-5450. ItalianAmerican. Seven days. TRAX LOUNGE, 4250 New Road, Au s t i n t ow n ; 3 3 0 - 7 9 9 - 2 2 4 9 . Italian-American cuisine. Entrees, sandwiches, chicken, steaks, fish (Friday), soups, salads and sides.
GETTING IN THE GUIDE Your listing is free! Send us your information or menu for our next update of the dining guide (for the holidays). Mail: Metro Monthly, P.O. Box 663, Youngstown, Ohio 44501-0663. Fax: 330-259-0437. E-mail: info@metromonthly.net To advertise: 330-259-0435. Next ad deadline: Jan. 20. Information deadline: Jan. 15. L,D. Seven days. Full bar. V, MC. T U L LY ’ S S T E A K H O U S E , 1 0 1 Chestnut St., Sharon, Pa.; 724-9813123. Steaks, seafood and sides. TUSCANY SQUARE RISTORANTE, 3470 Wilmington Road, New Castle; 724-654-0365. Items include 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; 330-793-5577. Lebanese-American. Mondays feature Middle Eastern, but the menu also includes grilled salmon, steaks and pasta. L,D Monday through Saturday. MC, V, AE. U.S. SUB SHOP, 2155 Youngstown Road, SE, Warren; 330-369-4598. Submarine sandwiches. VASILIO’S RESTAURANT AND PIZZERIA, 500 Trumbull Ave., Cortland; 330-638-3718. ItalianAmerican and some Greek foods. Specialties include veal, eggplant, and homemade pizza. L, D Monday through Saturday. VERNON’S CAFÉ, 720 YoungstownWarren Road, Niles; 330-652-1381. Italian cuisine. Full bar. L,D. VINTAGE ESTATE/V.E. TASTING LOUNGE, 7317 South Ave., Boardman; 330-629-8080. www. vewinebeer.com. In addition to having over 750 craft beer labels and over 1,000 specialty wine labels in stock, the V.E. Tasting Lounge offers hand-stretched flatbread pizzas and other noshes. Occasional live music. Full bar. WAFFLE HOUSE, 2284 Gala Ave., Hubbard; 330-534-3000. 2725 Salt Springs Road, Mineral Ridge; 330-530-1642. WAYSIDE RESTAURANT, 825 State Road, NW, Warren; 330-847-7614. WESTFORK STEAKHOUSE, 3850 Belmont Ave., Liberty; 330-7598666. Beef, chicken, ribs, etc. WEST GLEN ITALIAN EATERY, 8600 Glenwood, Boardman; 330-7582388. Italian-American food. 11 a.m.- 1 a.m., Monday through Saturday. MC, V. WHAT’S COOKIN’, 6007 South Ave., Boardman; 330-726-1622. B,L,D.
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. Seven days. W I N S TO N ’ S TAV E R N , 8 7 0 N . Canfield-Niles Road, Austintown; 330-544-2378. Eater y in the Best Western Inn serves ItalianAmerican, steaks, seafood, and sandwiches. D. Monday through Saturday. Full bar. WOODEN ANGEL, Leopard Lane, B e a v e r, Pa . ; 7 2 4 - 7 7 4 - 7 8 8 0 . Upscale restaurant/cafe/wine and cocktail bar serves contemporary American and regional cuisine.The wait staff is knowledgeable, welltrained 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. SalemWarren Road, North Jackson; 330538-2275. Local independent serves home-style meals. B,L,D. YAMATO JAPANESE RESTAURANT, 1225 Youngstown-Warren Road, Warren; 330-544-1800. Japanese and Vietnamese cuisine. L,D. Full bar. YANKEE KITCHEN, 6635 Market St., Boardman; 330-726-1300. 484 Youngstown-Kingsville Road, Vienna; 394-1116. Family-owned independent serves home-style breakfasts, burgers, entrees, and arguably the best home fries in the area. B,L,D. Seven days. YANNI’S RESTAURANT, 2723 Elm Road, Warren; 330-372-1252. Home-style and Greek. B,L,D. Seven days. YOLO MEDITERRANEAN GRILL, 5231 S. Canfield-Niles Road (Route 46), Canfield; 330-2863866. Featuring foods of the world. Specialities include lamb, gyros, salads and soups. Daily specials Chef prepared meals for any dietary need. Voted best burger. THE YOUNGSTOWN CLUB, 201 East Commerce St., Youngstown; 330744-2177. Cuisine is described as “a creative fusion.” L Monday through Friday. D Thursday through Saturday. Full bar. Major credit cards. YOUNGSTOWN CRAB CO., 3917 Belmont, Liberty; 330-759-5480. Locally owned restaurant serves seafood, soups, salads, sandwiches and entrees. D. Full bar. YOUNGSTOWN MAENNERCHOR, 831 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown; 330746-9322. German-American food. YOUNGSTOWN SPORTS GRILLE, 7463 South Ave., Boardman; 330758-7043. Specialties include a chicken-and-greens sandwich and loaded bacon ranch fries. L,D. Seven days. Full bar. Major credit cards. ZENOBIA CUISINE, 584 E. Main St., Canfield; 330-286-0800. Lebanese and Middle Eastern cuisine. ZOUPWERKS, 163 Folsom St., Warren; 330-847-5910. Outstanding homemade soups, chowdahs (chowders), sandwiches and sides. Serves an excellent pulled pork sandwich on some Saturdays. Across from Kent State Trumbull Campus and near the Big Lots plaza. © 2010, The Metro Monthly.
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New Zealand ($12.99). This is one of the finest New Zealand Sauvignon Blancs I’ve tasted in the last year. Bright gooseberry and hay flavors followed by a crisp cleansing finish make this white wine really stand out. My next pick was the 2008 Shoofly Shiraz ($11.99) from South Australia. This awardwinning Aussie red offers gobs of plummy raspberry fruit flavors and a finish that defies its price range. Slow-cooked leg of lamb would be my choice of fare to go with this tasty down-under red. My last pick was the Spanish 2007 Finca Resalso ($14.99) from the Ribera del Duero region (Denominacion de Origen). Made from 100 percent Tinto Fino (Tempranillo), this lush red tastes like a $40+ bottle. Made from five- to 15-year-old vines, this wine’s supple red fruit flavors and a spicy mocha-tinged finish are just what the wine doctor ordered. This is one of the finest Spanish reds I’ve tasted in quite some time. This near-term wine (three to five years) should be in your sights for upcoming wine affairs and parties. I stopped at the new Michael Alberini’s Restaurant on Route 224 for their fabulous happy hour. With over 30 wines available by the glass, all at half price in both the bar and restaurant, this is a great destination for someone wanting to sample wines by the glass. We started off with a glass of Australian Stump Jump GSM for $2.75 (at half price). This is a Wine Spectator award-winning wine with smooth supple fruit flavors followed by a smokytextured finish. Next month I’ll make a more in-depth visit and provide you a full report – in the meantime, I recommend stopping for happy hour Monday-Friday from 4 to 6:15 p.m. for a chance to taste some great wines at a bargain – you just might see me there. Upcoming events include the Springfield Grille, Jan. 19; Station Square, Jan. 17; Jan. 23, St. Maron’s annual wine taste; Vintage Estate, third Saturday tasting; and Wine Styles, alternating Thursday and Friday tastings, Charlie’s Premier Wines in Howland, biweekly tastings. I wish all my readers a happy, healthy and safe New Year!
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FRIDAY 1 Guess ‘N’ Go — Do You Know, Public Library, Austintown branch, 600 S. Raccoon, Austintown; 330-792-6982; West Branch, 2815 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown; 330-799-7171. Guess the number of items in the jar. Closest guess wins. For children in grades K-6. The contest is held during library hours through January. Naked Candy, Public Library, Canfield Branch, 43 W. Main St., Canfield; 330-533-5631; Sebring Branch, 195 W. Ohio Ave., Sebring; 330-938-6119. A contest for all ages. See if you can identify the popular candy bars that have lost their wrappers. The contest is held during library hours through January. Name That Toon, Public Library, West Branch, 2815 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown; 330-799-7171. School age children can test their knowledge of cartoon characters for a chance to win a prize. The contest is held during library hours through January. Trim a Tree for January, Public Library, Poland Branch, 311 S. Main, Poland; 330-757-1852; Springfield Branch, 10719 Main St., Springfield; 330-542-2715. Decorate an ornament for the all-seasons tree. For children of all ages. The program is held during library hours.
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MUSIC AT NIGHTSPOTS Cedars, Strength of Strings. Lemon Grove Cafe, Lunch with Julius Veal. Noon.
SATURDAY 2 Homemade Doughnuts, First United Methodist Church, 3711 State Route 46, Mineral Ridge; to place an order call 330-652-9554. Orders must be placed by the last Friday of the previous month and can be picked up the first Saturday of each month. Choices include cinnamon sugar, powdered sugar, and plain cake. Bird Walk, Mill Creek Metro Parks, Youngstown; 330702-3000. Jeff Harvey of Wild Birds Unlimited will lead this walk to search for winter residents and migrating birds on the Mindy Henning Memorial Trail. Meet at the MetroParks Bikeway Trailhead at the MetroParks Farm. 8 a.m. Hunting and Military Relic Show, Eastwood Expo Center, 5555 Youngstown-Warren Road, Niles; 330747-2661 or for more information call 330-539-4247. The show runs through Jan. 2. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. (Saturday), 9 a.m.-4 p.m. (Sunday). Weekly: Back to Basics, Radio Station WGFT, 1330 AM dial. A poetry program with Tom Gilmartin, Sr. and Elizabeth Repko. The poetry program will air each Saturday. Noon. YSU Women’s Basketball, Stambaugh Stadium, One University Plaza, Youngstown; 330-941-1978. The Penguins play Milwaukee. 4:35 p.m. $12, $8. YSU Men’s Basketball, Stambaugh Stadium, One University Plaza, Youngstown; 330-941-1978. The Penguins play Cleveland State. 7:05 p.m. $12, $8.
was born Lewis Saretsky on May 16, 1888 in Chicago, the only child of Rudolph and Jeanette Block Saretsky. The family moved in 1895 to Marquette, Mich., where Sarett first began to acquire his knowledge and love of the outdoors and of wild animals. After attending college, he developed a reputation and repertoire as an interpreter of the American wilderness. In 1921 Sarett, billed as “the poet of the wilderness,” shared the platform with his friend Carl Sandburg,“the poet of the city.” Sarett made appearances in Youngstown in the 1930s and 1940s, including Italia Hill’s classrooms at Princeton Junior High School. Whitehouse would especially welcome anyone who may have seen Sarett perform live. Because of limited seating, individuals are asked to pre-register by Jan. 2. 2 p.m. Free. Hoop Clinics for Boys and Girls ages 5-12, Youngstown YMCA, 17 N. Champion St., Downtown Youngstown; 330-744-8411. Participants will learn rebounding and shooting. For additional information or to sign up e-mail D’nelle at dseiple@ youngstownymca. 1:30-3 p.m. (Ages 5-8), 3-4:30 p.m. (Ages 8-12). $21 (non member), $17. Monthly: Ward-Thomas House Tours, 503 Brown St., Niles; 330-544-2143. 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.
Kinda’ Blue Night with Teddy Pantelas: Tuesday, Jan. 12 at the Lemon Grove MUSIC AT NIGHTSPOTS McMenamy’s, The Huckin’ Fillbillys. Rosetta Stone, Rhythm Nation.
SUNDAY 3 Evaline’s Bridal Show, The Covelli Center, 229 E. Front St., Youngstown; or for more information call 330-3926569. Featuring professionals in the wedding industry. Noon-4 p.m. $7.50. 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. Weekly: New Volunteer Signup, Angels for Animals, 4750 State Route 165, Canfield; 330-549-1111, ext. 316. Animal care, office duties and other assignments are available seven days a week. Signups will be held each Sunday. 1-4 p.m. Poet of the Wilderness Lew Sarett, Birch Hill Cabin, Mill Creek MetroParks, Youngstown; 330-740-7107. Join naturalist emeritus Bill Whitehouse as he discusses the Lew Sarett, the Poet of the Wilderness. Whitehouse discovered the poetry of this athlete, professor, lecturer, philosopher and woodsman in junior high and has admired his work ever since. Sarett,
Lemon Grove Cafe, Stitch and Bitch.
MONDAY 4 Weekly: Warren Mixed Grievers’ Group, 5000 E. Market St., Suite 19, Warren; for more information, an interview and registration, call Karen Lewis at the Hospice of the Valley at 330-788-1992 or 800-6405180. The group meets each Monday. Call for times. Baby Brilliant: Tales and Talks for 2s and 3s, Public Library, East Branch, 6 N. Jackson St., Youngstown; 330744-2790. Developmentally appropriate books, songs and rhymes for children ages 2-3. 10:30 a.m. Library Trustee Nominating Committee Meeting, The Youngstown Club, Grill Room, 201 East Commerce St.,Youngstown; 330-744-2177 or for more information call Janet Loew at 330-744-8636, ext. 110. Noon. Blood Pressure Screening, Public Library, Boardman Branch, 7680 Glenwood Ave., Boardman; 330-7581414. Held by the American Red Cross. 12:30-3 p.m. Fun Time for 4s and 5s, Public Library, East Branch, 6 N. Jackson St., Youngstown; 330-744-2790. Children ages 4-5 will participate in this reading program that features developmentally appropriate books, songs, rhymes, finger plays and more. 1 p.m. Weekly: Parent’s Group, Hospice House, 9803 Sharrott Road, Poland; for more information, an interview and registration, call Karen Lewis at the Hospice of the Valley at 330-788-1992 or 800-6405180. The group meets each Monday. 5-7 p.m. Ohio Cultural Alliance, Saxon Club, 710 South Meridian Road, Austintown; for more information visit www. ohioculturalalliance.org. The meeting will feature Joel Beeghly, grandson of industrialist Leon Beeghly. Cultural enrichment will be provided by Nathan Stephens, pianist. The meal will be prepared by the Saxon Club caterers. 6 p.m.$18 (non member), $13 (member). Family Time, Girard Free Library, 105 E. Prospect St., Girard; 330-545-2508. A story time for all ages. The group meets again Jan. 11 and 25. 6:30 p.m. Free. YSU Women’s Basketball, Stambaugh Stadium, One University Plaza, Youngstown; 330-941-1978. The Penguins play Green Bay. 7:05 p.m. $12, $8. 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. The Youngstown Camera Club Meetings, Christ’s Church, 7155 Glenwood Ave., Boardman; for more information e-mail Roy at Rjmpinc@aol.com. The club meets the first and third Monday of the month. 7:30 p.m. $20 (yearly dues).
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Weekly: Warren Children’s Group, 5000 E. Market St., Suite 19, Warren; for more information, an interview and registration, call Kim Calhoun at the Hospice of the Valley at 330-788-1992 or 800-640-5180. The group meets each Tuesday. Call for times. Weekly: Yoga in the Gardens, Fellows Riverside Gardens, 123 McKinley Ave., Mill Creek MetroParks, Youngstown; 330-740-7116. Learn the basics of energizing yoga movements taught by Heidi Suraci. Classes meet each Tuesday and Thursday (all levels welcome on Thursdays). Call Fellows to register. 8:30-10 a.m. (beginner level on Tuesdays), 5:30-7 p.m. (intermediate level on Tuesdays). $10 each session. Weekly: Silver Sneakers, Mill Creek Metro Parks, Youngstown; 330-702-3000. Meet at Classroom A at the MetroParks Farm. Move to music through a variety of exercises designed to increase muscular strength, range of movement and more. The class meets each Tuesday and Thursday. 9-10 a.m. or 10-11 a.m. Free. Baby Brilliant: Tales and Talks for 2s and 3s, Public Library, Canfield Branch, 43 W. Main St., Canfield; 330533-5631. Developmentally appropriate books, songs, and rhymes for children ages 2-3. The program is held each Tuesday. 10 a.m. Weekly: Fun Time for 4s and 5s, Public Library, Austintown branch, 600 S. Raccoon, Austintown; 330-792-6982. Children ages 4-5 will participate in this reading program that features developmentally appropriate books, songs, rhymes, finger plays and more. The program is held each Tuesday. 10 a.m. Weekly: Fun Time for 4s and 5s, Public Library, Boardman Branch, 7680 Glenwood Ave., Boardman; 330-758-1414. Children ages 4-5 will participate in this reading program that features developmentally appropriate books, songs, rhymes, finger plays and more. The program is held each Tuesday. 10 a.m. The Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support Group Meeting, Mahoning Senior Center, 1110 Fifth Ave., Youngstown; for more information call the Alzheimer’s Association at 330-533-3300 or 1-800272-3900. 10 a.m. Weekly: Docent Classes, Butler Institute of American Art, 524 Wick Ave., Youngstown; 330-743-1711, ext. 114. Anyone interested in learning about art and willing to share time and knowledge with museum visitors may qualify. Classes are held each Tuesday and Thursday through March 2010. 10 a.m.-noon. Baby Brilliant: Tales and Talks for 2s and 3s,Public Library, Newport Branch Library, 3730 Market, Youngstown; 330-747-6424. Developmentally appropriate books, songs, rhymes, finger plays and more for children ages 2-3. The program is held each Tuesday. 10:30. a.m. 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. Lupus Support Group Meeting, Oakhill Renaissance Center, 345 Oakhill Ave., Youngstown; for more information call Patricia Phillips at the YWCA at 330746-6361. The group meets the first Tuesday of the month. Noon-2 p.m. Monthly: Support Meal Luncheons, Good Hope Evangelical Lutheran Church, 12030 Market St., North Lima; for more information call Hospice of the Valley at 330-788-1992 or 1-800-640-5180. These meals are open to all grievers looking for supportive, upbeat friends who are establishing their “new normal.” The lunch is held again Jan. 19. Please bring a food item of your choice. Noon-2 p.m. Blood Drive, Public Library, Austintown branch, 600 S. Raccoon, Austintown; 330-792-6982. Held by the Mahoning Chapter of the American Red Cross. Noon-8:30 p.m. Fun Time for 4s and 5s, Public Library, Newport Branch Library, 3730 Market St., Youngstown. Children ages 4-5 will participate in this reading program that features developmentally appropriate books, songs, rhymes, finger plays and more. 1 p.m. Blood Pressure Screening, Public Library, East Branch, 6 N. Jackson St., Youngstown; 330-744-2790. Held by the “Original” Visiting Nurse Association of Mahoning County. 1-2 p.m. Fun Time for 4s and 5s, Public Library, Canfield Branch, 43 W. Main St., Canfield; 330-533-5631. Children ages 4-5 will participate in this reading program that features developmentally appropriate books, songs, rhymes, finger plays and more. The program is held each Tuesday. 1:30 p.m. Weekly: Watercolor Painting Class, Kinsman Free Public Library, 6420 Church St., Kinsman; 330-876-2416
or visit www.kinsmanlibrary.org. An adult class for all skill levels. Class registration is preferred. Materials are provided for beginners or participants may bring their own. Classes meet each Tuesday. 2-4 p.m. $5 (per session). Weekly: Parent’s Group, Hospice House, 9803 Sharrott Road, Poland; for more information, an interview and registration, call Karen Lewis at the Hospice of the Valley at 330-788-1992 or 800-6405180. The group meets each Tuesday. 4:30-6:30 p.m. Tuesday Night Movie, Warren-Trumbull County Public Library, Liberty Branch, 415 Churchill-Hubbard Road, Youngstown; 330-759-2589. Watch a movie in the meeting room. The program will be held again each Tuesday of the month. 5:30 p.m. Weekly: Mixed Grievers’ Group, Hospice House, 9803 Sharrott Road, Poland; for more information, an interview and registration, call Karen Lewis at the Hospice of the Valley at 330-788-1992 or 800-6405180. Meets each Tuesday. 6-8 p.m. Business and Investment Center Small Business Seminar, Public Library, Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown; 330-744-8636. For those interested in starting a business. Members of SCORE will address important topics for those considering developing a business. To register, call and dial 2 at the prompt. 6-8:30 p.m. Weekly: Canfield Community Band, Canfield High School, 100 Cardinal Drive, Canfield; for more information call 330-542-3313. Anyone who plays an instrument is welcome to join the group, which meets each Tuesday. 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: Valley Bible Study, St. Brendan Parish, Room 103, 2800 Oakwood, Youngstown; for more information call Joan Lawson at 330-792-3875 or Jim Merhaut at 330-743-2308. The group meets each Tuesday. 7-8:30 p.m. Weekly: Stephen Foster Chorus, SCOPE Center, 220 W. Market St., Warren; for more information call Jerry at 330-652-5739. If you enjoy singing you are welcome to walk in and join the chorus, which meets each Tuesday. 7:30 p.m.
MUSIC AT NIGHTSPOTS Lemon Grove Cafe, Kinda Blue Night with Teddy Pantelas. 8 p.m. Rosetta Stone, An evening with Frank Sinatra featuring Steve Fazzini.
WEDNESDAY 6 Health and Wellness Walk, Mill Creek Metro Parks, Youngstown; 330-702-3000. Meet at Golf Course overflow parking lot on West Golf Drive for a 1-3 mile hike. 9 a.m. Weekly: Valley Bible Study, St. Brendan Parish, Room 103, 2800 Oakwood, Youngstown; for more information call Joan Lawson at 330-792-3875 or Jim Merhaut at 330-743-2308. The group meets each Wednesday. 9:30-11 a.m. Baby Brilliant: Bonding with Babies and Books, Public Library, Poland Branch, 311 S. Main, Poland; 330-757-1852. Developmentally appropriate books, songs, rhymes, finger plays and more for children ages 6-23 months. The program is held each Wednesday of the month.10 a.m. Baby Brilliant: Tales and Talks for 2s and 3s, Public Library, Boardman Branch, 7680 Glenwood Ave., Boardman; 330-758-1414. Developmentally appropriate books, songs, rhymes, finger plays and more for children ages 2-3. The program is held each Wednesday. 10 a.m. Baby Brilliant: Tales and Talk for 2s and 3s, Public Library, Austintown branch, 600 S. Raccoon, Austintown; 330-792-6982. Featuring developmentally appropriate books, songs, rhymes, finger plays, and other activities that will help children ages 2-3 become a successful reader. The program is held each Wednesday. 10 and 11 a.m. Story Time, Girard Free Library, 105 E. Prospect St., Girard; 330-545-2508. A story time for children ages 3-6. The program is held each Wednesday.10:30 a.m. Weekly: T’ai Chi in the Gardens, Fellows Riverside Gardens, 123 McKinley Ave., Mill Creek MetroParks, Youngstown; 330-740-7116. Ease stress and improve health using warm-ups, breathing exercises and selected movements from T’ai Chi. Class is held each Wednesday. Noon-1 p.m. $10.
METRO MONTHLY | JANUARY 2010 Marriage, Life and Family, Temple El-Emeth, 3970 Logan Way, Youngstown; for more information call Fr. George Balasko at 330-385-5582 or Rabbi Joseph Schonberger at 330-759-1429. The public is invited to this dialogue featuring Rev. Nick Mager. 12:30 p.m. Bi-Monthly: Widowers Group, Bereavement Resource Center, 3736 Boardman-Canfield Road, Canfield; for more information call Hospice of the Valley at 330-788-1992 or 1-800-640-5180. The group meets the first and third Wednesday. 1:30-3:30 p.m. Blood Drive, Public Library, Boardman Branch, 7680 Glenwood Ave., Boardman; 330-758-1414. Held by the Mahoning Chapter of the American Red Cross. 2-7 p.m. H1N1 Vaccine Clinic, Campbell Elementary-Middle School, 2002 Community Circle, Campbell. 3:30-7 p.m. Tween Scene: Riddle-icious Stories and Puzzling Numbers, Public Library, Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown; 330-744-8636. Try to solve brain-teasing riddles and discover the magic of numbers through games and stories. For kids in grades 4-6. 4 p.m. The WOW Club, Warren-Trumbull County Public Library, 444 Mahoning Ave., Warren; 330-399-8807. A two-part program for school-aged children 6-12 years old. Featuring stories and creative projects. Today’s program is “Stories and Stuff,” and Jan. 20, “Booked on Wednesdays” will be held. 4 p.m. Warriors Inc. Chess Club, Warriors Inc., 2733 Market St., Youngstown; 330-783-3276. Anyone who wants to learn chess, help, or just play may come. The group is for those ages 12 and older, and it meets each Wednesday. 5:30-7:30 p.m. Monthly: Family Financial Education Services, Family Service Agency, 535 Marmion Ave.,Youngstown; to register call 330-782-5664. A workshop for potential home buyers. The workshop meets the first Wednesday of each month. 5:30-8:30 p.m.
The Cleveland Cavaliers play Toronto at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 19 at the Q
CALENDAR Book Discussion Group, Girard Free Library, 105 E. Prospect St., Girard; 330-545-2508. To join, contact Colleen Keller at ext. 22 or Norma Savany at ext. 11. The group will discuss “Animal, Vegetable, Miracle,” by Barbara Kingsolver. 6:30 p.m. Free. Teen Advisory Board Meeting, Public Library, Boardman Branch, 7680 Glenwood Ave., Boardman; 330-758-1414. Teens in grades 7-12 are invited to discuss future teen events and programs.The meeting is held the first Wednesday of the month. 6:30 p.m. Bimonthly: 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. 7 p.m. Weekly: Sounds of Square County, Trinity Lutheran Church, 56 N. Chestnut St., Niles; for more information call Doris at 330-544-2252 or Terry at 330-544-0242. This is a female barbershop chorus for females ages eleven and older. 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 Practice, Lakeview Middle School, 640 Wakefield Drive, Cortland; for more information call Pat at 330-6522424 or visit www.cortlandcommunityband.org. Musicians are welcome to attend the practices, which are held each Wednesday of the month. 7-9 p.m. Monthly: Men’s Garden Club of Youngstown, Davis Center, Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek MetroParks, Youngstown; 330-740-7116 or for more information call 330-757-4727. Meetings include an educational speaker, and are held the first Wednesday
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MUSIC AT NIGHTSPOTS Aces Wild Wings, Asleep hosts open mic. 9 p.m. Barley’s, MAyNstream Flip Night. Lemon Grove Cafe, Lemonaoke. Rosetta Stone, Fiesta Night. 7 p.m.
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Weekly: Men’s Fellowship Bible Study, Central YMCA, 17 N. Champion St., Downtown Youngstown; 330-744-8411 or visit www.youngstownymca.org. 7:30-8:30 a.m. Weekly: Walk and Chat, Southern Park Mall, 7401 Market St., Boardman; for more information call Hospice of the Valley at 330-788-1992 or 1-800-6405180. The group meets each Thursday for walking and socializing. 9:30-11:30 a.m. Baby Brilliant: Tales and Talks for 2s and 3s, Public Library, Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown; 330744-8636. Developmentally appropriate books, songs, rhymes, finger plays and more for children ages 2-3. The program is held again Jan. 21. 10 a.m. Learn 2 Skate Classes, Ice Zone, 360 Mcclurg Road, Youngstown; 330-965-1423 The D.D. & Velma Davis YMCA, in conjunction with the Ice Zone, will host the winter “Learn 2 Skate” program beginning tonight. This seven-week program will be offered on Thursdays and Saturdays at the Ice Zone and is intended for children ages 7 to 13. The hour-long classes are divided by age and ability and occur on Jan. 7 at 6:15 p.m. and Jan. 9 at 12:45 p.m. Fees for this program are $85 for members and non-members. First-time participants will receive a pair of ice skates, which are included with the registration fee. Participants
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W.D. CONCERT BAND
Dances and Marches And A Slide Trombone Donald W. Byo, Conductor Leslie Core, Trombone **** W.D. Packard Music Hall Sunday, January 17, 2010 3:00 p.m.
All concerts are free and open to the public courtesy of the W.D. Packard Trust. For updated information, call 330.841.2619 or visit us on the web: www.wdpackardband.com
THE YOUNGSTOWN CHAPTER MEETS AT THE DUBLIN GRANGE 6571 FAIRGROUNDS BLVD., CANFIELD, OHIO 44406 You are warmly invited to meet Rosicrucian students at our open meetings and learn more about the Rosicrucian Order, an ancient and fraternal group of men and women who study topics of science, mysticism and history. See schedule.
WHO ARE THE ROSICRUCIANS? All Rosicrucian students, their guests and interested speakers are encouraged to attend these free meetings. Join us for interesting discussions and refreshments. Our system serves as a catalyst, enabling you to translate knowledge into increasingly focused, skillful action and attainment in life. You’ll learn techniques you can use on a daily basis to awaken your higher faculties leading to improved health, more harmonious personal relationships and an increased sense of happiness and peace. MEETING DATE SUNDAY JAN. 10, 2010 SUNDAY FEB. 14, 2010 SUNDAY MARCH 14, 2010
TOPIC OF DISCUSSION “HERBALISM: WHAT WE EAT AND WHEN” Presented by TOM PETROSKY......................1 p.m. REFRESHMENTS..............................................................................................................2 p.m. “EFFECTS ON THE BODY WHEN CONSUMING PRESERVATIVES” Presented by TOM PETROSKY.2:45 p.m. “THE ROSICRUCIAN ORDER EXPLAINED” Video by EDWARD LEE..................................1 p.m. REFRESHMENTS..............................................................................................................2 p.m. “THE GEORGIA GUIDESTONES” Presented by MARY JANE TRIPODI..........................2:45 p.m.
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are encouraged to register early due to limited class sizes. For information, contact Jordan Shavers at 330480-5656, ext. 218. 6:15 p.m. $85. Tales for Twos: Mousekins Woodland Sleepers, Ford Nature Center, Mill Creek MetroParks, Youngstown; 330-740-7107. A storytelling program for two-yearolds that will focus on tiny mice and how they survive the long, hard winter. There will be mouse-related activities, crafts, and a story. Call to register.10, 10:456 or 11:30 a.m. Baby Brilliant: Tales and Talks for 2s and 3s, Public Library, Poland Branch, 311 S. Main, Poland; 330-7571852. Developmentally appropriate books, songs, rhymes, finger plays and more for children ages 2-3. The program is held each Thursday. 10:30 a.m. Toddler Time, Girard Free Library, 105 E. Prospect St., Girard; 330-545-2508. A story time for two-year-olds with an adult. The group meets each Thursday. 10:30 a.m. Free. Fun Time for 4s and 5s, Public Library, Poland Branch, 311 S. Main, Poland; 330-757-1852. Children ages 4-5 will participate in this reading program that features developmentally appropriate books, songs, rhymes, finger plays and more. Held each Thursday. 1 p.m. Game On, Warren-Trumbull County Public Library, 444 Mahoning Ave., Warren; 330-399-8807. Teens can play their favorite board games or DDR. 3 p.m. Warriors Inc.: Hooked on Fishing Not On Drugs, Warriors Inc., 2733 Market St., Youngstown; 330-7833276. This is a weekly, state certified program that focuses on preventing drug use through fishing and aquatic resource education. 5-6 p.m. Bi-monthly: Widow/ers Group, Canfield Christian Church, 123 S. Broad St., Canfield; for more information, an interview and registration, call Jane Peachey at the Hospice of the Valley at 330-788-1992 or 800-6405180. The group meets the first and third Thursday of the month. 6-8 p.m. Weekly: Krakowiaki Polish Folk Circle, St. Joseph the Provider Church, 633 Porter Ave., Campbell; for more information visit www.Polishyoungstown.com or call 330-646-4082. Polish language, culture, crafts, dance and song classes for children ages 3-18. There are also opportunities for adults to participate with the Village Folk Singers and Band. The event is held each Thursday. 6-8 p.m. Monthly: Support Meal Dinners, Good Hope Evangelical Lutheran Church, 12030 Market St., North Lima; for more information call Hospice of the Valley at 330-788-1992 or 1-800-640-5180. These meals are open to all grievers looking for supportive, upbeat friends who are establishing their “new normal.” Please bring a food item of your choice. 6-8 p.m. Bimonthly: Recovery, Inc., Christ Church Presbyterian Church, 1933 Canfield Road; 330-747-1176. Selfhelp mental health group 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. Bi-Monthly: Night of the Poets, The B & O Station, 530 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown. There will be poetry readings the first and third Thursday of the month. 7-10 p.m. $2. YSU Men’s Basketball, Stambaugh Stadium, One University Plaza, Youngstown; 330-941-1978. The Penguins play UIC. 7:05 p.m. $12, $8.
MUSIC AT NIGHTSPOTS Cedars, Swing Night. University Pizzeria, Open Mic Night.
FRIDAY 8 Baby Time, Girard Free Library, 105 E. Prospect St., Girard; 330-545-2508. The program is held again Jan. 22. 11 a.m. Library League, Warren-Trumbull County Public Library, Howland Branch, 9095 East Market St., Warren; 330-856-2011. An “Adventures in Reading” program to bring books to life for children in grades K-4. The program will be held again Jan. 22. 3:30 p.m. Hockey: Youngstown Phantoms, The Covelli Center, 229 E. Front St., Youngstown; for tickets call 330747-7825 or visit youngstownphantoms.com. The Phantoms play the Fargo Force. Tonight is Bargain Beer Night. 7:15 p.m. Call for ticket prices. Play: Snoopy, Trinity Playhouse, 234 E. Lincoln Way, Lisbon; 330-831-7249 or www.stageleftplayers.org. The show runs Jan. 8-9 and 15-17. 8 p.m. (Friday and Saturday), 2 p.m. (Sunday).
Play: Twelfth Night, Trumbull New Theatre, 5883 Youngstown-Warren Road, Niles; 330-652-1103. The show runs Jan. 8-9, 15-16, 22-24. 8 p.m. (Friday and Saturday), 3 p.m. (Sunday). MUSIC AT NIGHTSPOTS Aces Wild Wings, Run For the Skylines. 9 p.m. Avon Oaks, Ballroom social dance. 7:30 p.m. Lemon Grove Cafe, Lunch with Julius Veal. Noon. Rosetta Stone, Ovation. 9 p.m.
SATURDAY 9 Hand Feed a Chickadee, Ford Nature Center, Mill Creek MetroParks, Youngstown; 330-740-7107. Black-capped chickadees are inquisitive birds that can sometimes be coaxed into landing on your hand. 9 a.m. Volunteer Tax Preparer Workshop, Williamson College of Business Administration, YSU Campus, One University Plaza, Youngstown; for reservations call HandsOn Volunteer Network at 330-782-5877. Volunteers will learn about the HOVN program, and will learn about the benefits their efforts will provide to the community. Workshops will be held again Jan. 23 and 30. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Grant Center: Grantseeking Basics, Public Library, Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown; 330-7448636. Learn how the Grant Center’s resources can help you become an effective grantseeker. 9:30 a.m. Baby Brilliant: Bonding with Babies and Books, Public Library, Poland Branch, 311 S. Main, Poland; 330-757-1852. Developmentally appropriate books, songs, rhymes, finger plays and more for children ages 6-23 months.10 a.m. Bridal Extravaganza, Eastwood Expo Center, 5555 Youngstown-Warren Road, Niles; 330-747-2661 or for more information call 330-652-6980, ext. 10. The show runs through Jan. 9. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. (both days). Family Movie Time, Warren-Trumbull County Public Library, Liberty Branch, 415 Churchill-Hubbard Road, Youngstown; 330-759-2589. Watch a movie with the family. 1 p.m. Family Fun Flick, Newport Branch Library, 3730 Market, Youngstown; 330-747-6424. View a movie with the whole family. 1:30 p.m. Author Visit, Warren-Trumbull County Public Library, 444 Mahoning Ave., Warren; 330-399-8807. David Lee Morgan, Jr. will discuss his books including, “LeBron James: the Rise of a Star.” 2 p.m. Tween Craft Time, Warren-Trumbull County Public Library, Howland Branch, 9095 E. Market, Warren; 330856-2011. Crafts for children ages 6-12. 2 p.m. Free. Community Family Skating Party, Youngstown Skate, 7080 Tiffany Blvd.,Youngstown; for more information call 330-743-2091. Hosted by St. Andrews Sunday School. 5-7:30 p.m. Free (entry and skate rental). YSU Men’s Basketball, Stambaugh Stadium, One University Plaza, Youngstown; 330-941-1978. The Penguins play Loyola. 7:05 p.m. $12, $8. Hockey: Youngstown Phantoms, The Covelli Center, 229 E. Front St., Youngstown; for tickets call 330747-7825 or visit youngstownphantoms.com. The Phantoms play the Fargo Force. 7:15 p.m. Call for ticket prices.
MUSIC AT NIGHTSPOTS Grist Mill, First Degree. IndieWax, Album, Super Predator. Mastropietro Winery, The Al-Ray Combo. Rosetta Stone, Redline. 9 p.m. University Pizzeria, Manifold Stud.
SUNDAY 10 Hoop Clinics for Boys and Girls ages 5-12, Youngstown YMCA, 17 N. Champion St., Downtown Youngstown; 330-744-8411. Participants will learn ball handling and passing. For additional information or to sign up e-mail D’nelle at dseiple@youngstownymca. 1:30-3 p.m. (Ages 5-8), 3-4:30 p.m. (Ages 8-12). $21 (non member), $17. Wildlife of Ohio, Mill Creek Metro Parks, Youngstown; 330-702-3000. This interactive program invites families and individuals to learn about the changes in wildlife and habitats during the last two hundred years. Puppets, props, and a huge map will be used to capture the imagination. The program is for those in fourth grade and older. All participants are asked to wear their best socks for activities held on the floor. Call Ford Nature Center at 330-740-7107 to register. Held at Pioneer Pavilion. 2 p.m.
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MUSIC AT NIGHTSPOTS Cedars, DJ Martini. Lemon Grove Cafe, Stitch and Bitch.
MONDAY 11 Guess ‘N’ Go — Do You Know, Public Library, Canfield Branch, 43 W. Main St., Canfield; 330-533-5631. Guess the number of items in the jar. Closest guess wins. For children in grades K-6. The contest is held during library hours through Jan. 16. Creation Station: Make-and-Take Craft Program, Public Library, Campbell Branch, 374 Sanderson, Campbell; 330-755-4227. Children of all ages can make a craft to take home. The program is held during library hours. 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. 9:15-11:15 a.m. Baby Brilliant: Bonding with Babies and Books, Public Library, Canfield Branch, 43 W. Main St., Canfield; 330-533-5631. Developmentally appropriate books, songs, rhymes, finger plays and more for children ages 6-23 months. 10 a.m. Friends of the Library Meeting, Public Library, Austintown branch, 600 S. Raccoon, Austintown; 330-792-6982. Featuring Bertram de Souza, editorial writer/columnist for “The Youngstown Vindicator.” He will discuss upcoming politics as well as the 2010 census and how it may affect the Mahoning Valley. 10 a.m. Friends of the Library Meeting, Public Library, Boardman Branch, 7680 Glenwood Ave., Boardman; 330-758-1414. Featuring “My France,” with Rex Spaulding. 10 a.m. Preschool Storytime, Public Library, Lordstown Branch, 1471 Salt Springs Road, Lordstown. Featuring a story and craft related to a weekly theme. For children ages 3-5. The program is held again Jan. 25.1 p.m Weekly: Mixed Grievers’ Group, Hospice House, 9803 Sharrott Road, Poland; for more information, an interview and registration, call Kim Calhoun at the Hospice of the Valley at 330-788-1992 or 800-6405180. Meets each Monday. 5:30-7:30 p.m.
MUSIC AT NIGHTSPOTS Lemon Grove Cafe, Discussion Series. 7:30 p.m.
make a craft related to a weekly theme. The program is held again Jan. 19 and 26. 1 p.m. Preschool Storytime, Warren-Trumbull County Public Library, 444 Mahoning Ave., Warren; 330-3998807. Featuring stories and a craft for children ages 3-5. The program is held again Jan. 14, 19, 21, 26, and 28. 1 p.m. (Tuesday), 6:30 p.m. (Thursday). Craft ‘N Chat, Hospice House, 9803 Sharrott Road, Poland; 330-788-1992 or 800-640-5180. Establishing a “new normal” requires being social and meeting new friends. The group meets the second Tuesday of the month. 1-3 p.m. Hot Chocolate Tasting, Public Library, Canfield Branch, 43 W. Main St., Canfield; 330-533-5631. Warm ourself with a variety of hot chocolates. Vote on your favorite. 2:30-4:30 p.m. Preschool Story Time, Warren-Trumbull County Public Library, Howland Branch, 9095 East Market St., Warren; 330-856-2011. This weekly program for children ages 3-5 will feature stories and a craft related to a weekly theme. The program is held again Jan. 15, 19, 22, 26 and 29. 6 p.m. (Tuesdays), 11 a.m. (Friday). Knit Together at the Library, Warren-Trumbull County Public Library, Brookfield Branch, 7032 Grove St., Brookfield; 330-448-8134. Learn knitting with knitters of all levels. For ages 8 and above. Bring one skein of yarn and size 7 knitting needles. The program is held again Jan. 26. 6 p.m. Polish Language and Culture Lessons, for location information visit www.Polishyoungstown.com or call 330-646-4082. The lessons are held every Tuesday for 15 weeks.The course is geared toward active language use through oral and conversational practice. 6-8 p.m. $50. Family Story Time: Winter Wonderland, Public Library, Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown; 330-744-8636. Featuring holiday stories, craft, and refreshments for children of all ages. 6:30 p.m. Native American Storytelling, Public Library, East Branch, 6 N. Jackson St., Youngstown; 330-744-2790. Hear Native American stories presented by Tricia Floyd. 6:30 p.m. The Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support Group Meeting, Howland United Methodist Church, 730 Howland-Wilson Road, Howland; for more information call the Alzheimer’s Association at 330533-3300 or 1-800-272-3900. 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. Monthly: Second Tuesday Open Poetry Reading, Tomasino’s Pizza, 103 Federal Plaza West, Downtown Youngstown; for more information call Pig Iron Literary & Art Works, which sponsors this event at 330747-6932. The readings are held at various locations throughout the area. 7:30 p.m. (readings begin).
MUSIC AT NIGHTSPOTS Lemon Grove Cafe, Kinda Blue Night with Teddy Pantelas. 8 p.m. Rosetta Stone, An evening with Frank Sinatra featuring Steve Fazzini.
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Creation Station: Make-and-Take Craft Program, Public Library, Brownlee Woods branch, 4010 Sheridan Road, Youngstown; 330-782-2512. Children of all ages can make a craft to take home. The program is held during library hours. Guess ‘N’ Go — Do You Know, Public Library, Sebring Branch, 195 W. Ohio Ave., Sebring; 330-938-6119. Guess the number of the items in the jar. Closest guess wins. For children in grades K-6. The contest is held during library hours through Jan. 16. Blood Pressure Screening, Public Library, Newport Branch Library, 3730 Market St., Youngstown. Held by the “Original”Visiting Nurse Association of Mahoning County. 10:30-11:30 a.m. Monthly: Wellness Clinic, Grace Lutheran Church, 162 South Raccoon Road, Austintown; for more information call Beth Stricko at 330-530-4038, ext. 2031 or e-mail bstrick@shepherdofthevalley.com. The meeting, held by Shepherd of the Valley Home Health, will be held the second Tuesday of each month. Information about diabetes and glucose testing will be provided. 10:30 a.m.-noon. Preschool Storytime, Warren-Trumbull County Public Library, Brookfield Branch, 7032 Grove St., Brookfield; 330-448-8134. Children ages 3-5 will hear stories and
Baby Brilliant: Bonding with Babies and Books, Public Library, East Branch, 6 N. Jackson St.,Youngstown; 330-744-2790. Developmentally appropriate books, songs, rhymes, finger plays and more for children ages 6-23 months. 10:30 a.m. Preschool Storytime, Warren-Trumbull County Public Library, Cortland Branch, 212 North High St., Cortland; 330-638-6335. A storytime for toddlers ages 24-35 months. Call to register. The program is held again Jan. 20 and 27. 1 p.m. Music and Movement, Warren-Trumbull County Public Library, 444 Mahoning Ave., Warren; 330399-8807. Children learn language and motor skills through an energetic combination of music, movement, and literature. For toddlers ages 19-35 months old. Registration is required. The program is held again Jan. 20 and 27. 10:30 and 11:30 a.m. The Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support Group Meeting, Easter Seals Day Center, 721 Boardman-Poland Road; for more information call the Alzheimer’s Association at 330-533-3300 or 1-800272-3900. 1:30 p.m. Jewish/Christian Studies, Ohev Tzedek Congregation, 5245 Glenwood Ave., Youngstown; for more information call Fr. George Balasko at 330-385-5582 or Rabbi Joel Berman at 330-758-2321. The program,
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“Looking at the Upcoming Sabbath” will continue Jan. 27. The public is invited. 2 p.m. From the Garden: Soup’s On, Fellows Riverside Gardens, 123 McKinley Ave., Mill Creek MetroParks, Youngstown; 330-740-7116. David Armstrong will share recipes and culinary techniques as he demonstrates how to prepare and serve three soups: vegetarian, seafood, and chicken. Call to register. 6:308:30 p.m. $35, $28 (FFRG members).
MUSIC AT NIGHTSPOTS Aces Wild Wings, Asleep hosts open mic. 9 p.m. Barley’s, MAyNstream Flip Night. Lemon Grove Cafe, Lemonaoke. Rosetta Stone, Fiesta Night. 7 p.m.
THURSDAY 14 Creation Station: Make-and-Take Craft Program, Public Library, Struthers Branch, 95 Poland Ave., Struthers; 330-755-3322. Children of all ages can make a craft to take home. The program is held during library hours. Baby Brilliant: Bonding with Babies and Books, Public Library, Austintown branch, 600 S. Raccoon, Austintown; 330-792-6982. Developmentally appropriate books, songs, rhymes, finger plays and more for children ages 6-23 months. The program is held again Jan. 28. 10 a.m. Fun Time for 4s and 5s, Public Library, Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown; 330-744-8636. Children ages 4-5 will participate in this reading program that features developmentally appropriate books, songs, rhymes, finger plays and more. The program is held again Jan. 28. 10 a.m. Genealogy Workshop for Beginners, WarrenTrumbull County Public Library, 444 Mahoning Ave., Warren; 330-399-8807. Learn the resources available at the Local History and Genealogy Center in the library. Registration is required. 10 a.m. Toddler Tales, Warren-Trumbull County Public Library, Howland Branch, 9095 East Market St., Warren; 330-856-2011. Storytime for toddlers ages 24-35 months. Call ext. 106 to register. 10 and 11 a.m. Preschool Storytime, Warren-Trumbull County Public Library, Liberty Branch, 415 Churchill-Hubbard Road, Youngstown; 330-759-2589. Children ages 3-5 will hear stories and make a craft related to a weekly theme. Program is held again Jan. 21 and 28. 11 a.m. Gotta Move Story Time, Public Library, Austintown branch, 600 S. Raccoon, Austintown; 330-792-6982. An active story time for children ages 2-5. The program is held again Jan. 28. 11 a.m. Book Discussion Group, Warren-Trumbull County Public Library, 444 Mahoning Ave., Warren; 330-3998807. Read “The Omnivore’s Dilemma,” by Michael Pollan, then join in the discussion of the novel led by a reference librarian. 2 p.m. Teen Central Anime, Warren-Trumbull County Public Library, 444 Mahoning Ave., Warren; 330-399-8807. This is an opportunity for teens to view and discuss this popular format. 3 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. Movie Night at the Library, Newport Branch Library, 3730 Market, Youngstown; 330-747-6424. 5:30 p.m. Polish Happy Hour, An evening of food, cultural learning, and more. For locations visit www. Polishyoungstown.com or call 330-646-4082. The group meets the second Thursday of every month. 5:30-9 p.m. Nature Health Lecture, The office of Dr. Ted Suzelis, N.D., 725 Boardman-Canfield Road, Suite K-4, Boardman; to register call 330-729-1350 or e-mail info@ohiond.com. Dr. Suzelis will present “How to Achieve Your Ideal Weight.” 6:30 p.m. Bimonthly: Schizophrenics Anonymous, St. Elizabeth’s Hospital, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown; for more information call Advocacy Through Education at 724-342-5914 or e-mail vajadvocate@hotmail.com. The group is designed for individuals who have been diagnosed with a schizophrenic disorder, and it meets the second and fourth Thursday of the month. 6:30-8 p.m. Concert: Rocky Chirchiglia, Mill Creek Metro Parks, Youngstown; 330-702-3000. Held in Yellow Creek Lodge. 7 p.m. The Police & Fire Retirees of Ohio District 2 — Chapter 10 Meeting, Brandywine Clubhouse, 3390 Flo-Lor Drive, Youngstown; for more information call
Rich Holzsehuh at 330-743-5502. All retirees and DROP participants of the Ohio Police and Fire Disability and Pension Fund living in Mahoning and Columbiana Counties along with their spouses or survivors are encouraged to attend. 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. YSU Women’s Basketball, Stambaugh Stadium, One University Plaza, Youngstown; 330-941-1978. The Penguins play Valparaiso. 7:05 p.m. $12, $8. Square Dancing, The Senior Citizens Center, E. 4th Street, East Liverpool; for more information call the Catholic Charities Regional Agency’s Senior Center at 330-744-3320. The program is for individuals who want heart healthy exercise. The program runs the second and fourth Thursday of the month. Dances are open to the public of all ages. 8-11 p.m. Free.
MUSIC AT NIGHTSPOTS Cedars, Swing Night. University Pizzeria, Open Mic Night.
FRIDAY 15 Preschool Nature Hour: Desert Discovery, Ford Nature Center, Mill Creek MetroParks, Youngstown; 330-740-7107. Children ages 3-5 will explore a desert habitat through a story, special activities, and a craft. The program is held again Jan. 16. Call to register. 10 a.m. or 12:30 p.m. (Friday), 10 a.m. (Saturday). $3 (non resident), $2. Basic Home Repair, Home Depot, 7001 Southern Blvd., Boardman; to register call Kim Calhoun at 330549-5901. 10-11 a.m. A Loose Knit Group, Fellows Riverside Gardens, 123 McKinley Ave., Mill Creek MetroParks, Youngstown; 330-740-7116. Enjoy the view of the Gardens while you participate in “Warm Up America” by making afghans and other projects to donate locally. All helping hands are welcome. Beginners can learn how to knit or crochet from experienced crafters. Donations of yarn and needles are appreciated at any time. Call for more information. 10 a.m.-noon. Babytime at the Main Library, Warren-Trumbull County Public Library, 444 Mahoning Ave., Warren; 330-399-8807. Featuring fingerplays, short stories, and simple songs for children ages 6-18 months. The program is held again Jan. 29. 11 a.m. Monthly: Storytime for Adults and Children with Special Needs, Barnes and Noble, 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. Monthly Pinochle Game, The Senior Citizens Center, E. 4th Street, East Liverpool; 330-385-4732. The public is invited to attend. Games are held the second Friday of each month. 1-3 p.m. Free. Block 5, Victorian Players Theatre, 702 Mahoning Ave.,Youngstown; 330-746-5455. Written and directed by J.E. Ballantyne Jr. The show runs Jan. 15-17, 22-24 and 29-31. 7:30 p.m. (Friday and Saturday), 2 p.m. (Sunday). Paranormal Academy, Effie’s Place Bed and Breakfast, 157 N. South St., Wilmington; for reservations or more information call Laurie Agee at 937383-2181. Participants will learn the ropes of a paranormal investigation from an experienced group of investigators. 7:30 p.m. (Friday)- Sunday morning.
MUSIC AT NIGHTSPOTS Aces Wild Wings, White People. 9 p.m. Avon Oaks, Ballroom/Social Dance. 7:30 p.m. Lemon Grove Cafe, Lunch with Julius Veal. Noon. Rosetta Stone, Redline. 9 p.m. University Pizzeria, Hoss Jarman.
SATURDAY 16 Trinity Tattoo and Alternative Lifestyle Expo, Eastwood Expo Center, 5555 Youngstown-Warren Road, Niles; 330-747-2661 or for more information call 216-513-7692. The show runs through Jan. 16. Noon-9 p.m. (Saturday), 10 a.m.-6 p.m. (Sunday). Not Your Ordinary Book Club, Public Library, Poland Branch, 311 S. Main, Poland; 330-757-1852. Kids in grades 2-5 will watch “A Nightmare Before Christmas,” directed by Tim Burton. There will also be games, a craft, and more. 11 a.m. Family Movie Time, Warren-Trumbull County Public
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Akron Art Museum, One S. High, Akron; 330-3769185. www.akronartmuseum.org. “Familiar Faces: Chuck Close in Ohio Collections.” Through Jan. 3; “Nuclear Enchantment: Photographs by Patrick Nagatani,” and “The Legend of John Brown.” Through Feb. 14. $7, $6, $5, free. 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.“Shepard Fairey: Supply & Demand,”“Ludovica Gioscia: Prepared Portraits,” and “SuperTrash.” Through Jan. 31. 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. Permanent Exhibits: “Greystone Centennial Exhibit,” the period-furnished rooms of the Arms family home. Featuring “Holiday in Motion.“ Seven rooms will be decorated in different themes. Till Jan. 10. $4-$2. 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. “Holograms with Mary Harman: Objects and Illusion.” Through Jan. 31; “Pastel Society of America: Annual Members Show.” Through Feb. 7; “Pittsburgh Pirates: Annual Caravan.” Members of the Pirates organization will join fans at a luncheon. Jan. 28, noon. 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. “Nancy Crow & Anna Williams: Quilts.” Through Jan. 10. Carnegie Museum of Art, 4400 Forbes, Pittsburgh; 412-622-3131. www.cmoa.org. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. TuesdaySaturday; noon-5 p.m. Sunday. “Palm Springs Modern: Photographs by Julius Shulman,”Through Jan. 3;“Forum 64: Cecil Balmond.” Through April 18. $10, $7, $6. Carnegie Museum of Natural History, 4400 Forbes, Pittsburgh; 412-622-3131. www.carnegiemnh.org. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Tuesday-Saturday; noon-5 p.m., Sunday. Closed Monday. “Lord of the Crane Flies”; “Whales.” Through May 2. $10, $7, $6, free. Carnegie Science Center, One Allegheny Ave., Pittsburgh; 412-237-3400. www.carnegiesciencecenter. org. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sunday through Friday, 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Saturday. $14, $10. Children’s Museum: Pittsburgh, 10 Children’s Way, Pittsburgh, Pa.; 412-322-5058. www.pittsburghkids. org. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday-Saturday; Noon-5 p.m., Sunday. “Nutnutkin-Kinnutkin,” by Ian Ingram. Through Jan. 10. $11, $10, $9, free. Cleveland Museum of Art, 11150 East Blvd., Cleveland; 216-421-7340. www.clevelandart.org. For ticket and event information call 1-888-CMA-0033. Cleveland Museum of Natural History, 1 Wade Oval Drive, Cleveland; 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.“Dinosaurs: Ancient Fossils, New Discoveries.” Through Jan. 31; “Every Body Eats.”Through Jan. 10;“Through the Eyes of the Eagle: Illustrating Healthy Living for Children.” Through Jan. 24. $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. John Stark Edwards House, 303 Monroe St., N.W., Warren; 330-394-4653. Open for tours the first Sunday of every month from 2-5 p.m. Focuses on the early history of the Connecticut Western Reserve. Free. Heinz Pittsburgh Regional History Center, 1212 Smallman St., Pittsburgh; 412-454-6000. www. pghhistory.org. 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. daily. Complex is dedicated to regional history, local sports history, and rural life. “Behind the Scenes with the Pittsburgh Steelers: Photographs by Mike Fabus.” Through Feb. 7; “Forbes Field: A Century of Memories.” Through Feb. 22. $7.50 adults; $6 seniors; $5 students; $3.50 children 6-18; free to members/children under 6. Henry Barnhisel House, 1011 North State St., Girard; 330-545-6162. Home of the Girard Historical Society. 1-4 p.m. the second and fourth weekends. Hoyt Institute of Fine Arts, 124 E. Leasure Ave., New Castle, Pa.; 724-652-2882. www.hoytartcenter.org.
BOOTS IS BACK! ‘Lord of the Crane Files’: Through May 2 at the Carnegie Museum of Natural History. 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Wednesday, Friday and Saturday.“Drawing Exhibition: Tom Connelly and James Stewart.” Jan. 6-Feb. 28. McDonough Museum of Art, YSU, Wick Avenue, Youngstown; 330-941-1400. www.mcdonoughmuseum. ysu.edu. 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Tuesday and Thursday through Saturday; 11 a.m.-8 p.m., Wednesday. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. (Saturday), Noon-5 p.m. (Sunday). Sponsored by the Student Art Association. Free. Museum of Ceramics, 400 E. 5th, East Liverpool; 330386-6001. www.ohiohistory.org/places/ceramics. 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday through Friday. The rise and fall of East Liverpool’s potteries. $3, $2.40, $1. Museum of Contemporary Art, 8501 Carnegie Ave., Cleveland; 216-421-8671. www.mocacleveland.org. 11 a.m.-6 p.m., Tuesday through Sunday. “Julian Stanczak: Recent Work.” Through Jan. 10; “Iona Rozeal Brown: All Falls Down,” and “From Then to Now: Masterworks of Contemporary African-American Art.” Both are Jan. 29-May 9. $4, $3, free. National Packard Museum, 1899 Mahoning Ave., Warren; 330-394-1899. www.packardmuseum.org. Noon-5 p.m., Tuesday-Saturday; 1-5 p.m., Sunday. Historical exhibits on Packard. 30. $5, $3, free. Pro Football Hall of Fame, 2121 George Halas Drive, Canton; 330-456-8207. www.profootballhof.com. 9 a.m.-8 p.m., daily (Memorial Day-Labor Day), 9 a.m.-5 p.m. daily. Historical exhibits, library, theater and museum shop. $18, $15, $12, free. Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, 1 Key Plaza, Cleveland; 216-781-7625. www.rockhall.com. 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m., daily; 10 a.m.-9 p.m., Wednesday and Saturday.“From Asbury Park to the Promised Land: The Life and Music of Bruce Springsteen.” Till spring 2010. $20, $14, $11, free. Struthers Historical Society Museum, 50 Terrace St., Struthers; 330-755-7189. 2-4 p.m., the first Sunday. Sutliff Museum, Warren Public Library, 444 Mahoning, Warren; 330-399-8807, ext. 121. 2-4 p.m., Wednesday through Saturday. Free. War Vet Museum, 23 E. Main St., Canfield; 330-533-6311. 9 a.m.-4 p.m., daily and on weekends. Artifacts from the American Revolution through the Persian Gulf War. Free.
Youngstown Historical Center for Industry and Labor, 151 W. Wood St., Youngstown; 330-743-5934. 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Wednesday through Saturday; noon-4 p.m., Sunday. Michael Graves-designed museum features permanent steel-industry displays, an archival, and traveling shows. “Kilroy Was Here! The 1940s Revisited.” Permanent exhibit. $7 (adults), $6 (seniors), $3 (students), free (children 5 and under).
GALLERIES Art Outreach Gallery, Eastwood Mall, 5555 YoungstownWarren Road, Niles; 330-219-7833. 5-9 p.m., Friday; 1-9 p.m., Saturday; 1-5 p.m., Sunday. “Year End Show and Sale.” Features artwork by local students and adults. Through Jan. 3. Free. SMARTS Center Gallery, 258 Federal Plaza West, Youngstown; 330-941-2787. www.fpa.ysu.edu/smarts. 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Tuesday through Thursday; other times by appointment. Spaces, 2220 Superior Via., Cleveland; 216-621-2314. www.spacesgallery.org. 11 a.m.-5:30 p.m., TuesdayThursday; 11 a.m.-7 p.m., Friday; 1-5 p.m., Saturday. “Temporary Services,” “Blaise Carrier-Chouinard,” “Elizabeth Emery,”“Co-Existing and Co-llaborating” and “Robin Latkovich” through Jan. 15. Trumbull Art Gallery, 196-198 E. Market St., Warren; 330-395-4876. www.trumbullartgallery.com. Noon-4 p.m., Tuesday-Saturday. “Oil Paintings by Kay Wilson.” Through Jan. 9; “Focus on Fiber Show.” Jan. 17-March 5.
SCIENCE/EDUCATION John H. Glenn Research Center, 21000 Brookpark Road, Cleveland; 216-433-2000. www.nasa.gov. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. weekdays, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, 1 p.m.-5 p.m. Sunday, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Holidays. Learn about aeronautics, engineering, Mars, and more. Free. Great Lakes Science Center, North Coast Harbor, 601 Erieside Ave., Cleveland; 216-694-2000. www. greatscience.com. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Sunday. Interactive science and technology exhibits. Featuring “Grand Canyon Adventure: River at Risk,” on Omnimax through Jan. 31. $14.95, $11.95, $9.95, $7.50, $5.50 (galleries and omnimax). Free for Max members.
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Library, Liberty Branch, 415 Churchill-Hubbard Road, Youngstown; 330-759-2589. Watch a movie with the family. 1 p.m. Reading and Other Forms of Art, Trumbull Branch of the Butler Institute of American Art, 9359 East Market St., Warren. An interactive family program sponsored by the Warren-Trumbull County Public Library. 2 p.m. Teen Advisory Board, Warren-Trumbull County Public Library, 444 Mahoning Ave., Warren; 330-399-8807. For Trumbull County teens in grades 7-12 who have an interest in helping the library develop and promote programming and resources for teens. 2 p.m. YSU Women’s Basketball, Stambaugh Stadium, One University Plaza, Youngstown; 330-941-1978. The Penguins play Butler. 2:05 p.m. $12, $8. Coast to Coast AM Study Group of Austintown, Meeting Room, Denny’s Restaurant, 4927 Mahoning Ave., Austintown; 330-781-0030. The Coast to Coast Study Group presents a wide range of speakers. Talks vary each month and include topics on spirituality, metaphysics, holistic health and the paranormal. Many speakers have been featured on past “Coast to Coast” radio shows. Meetings occur the third Saturday of the month. 7 p.m. Free. (Donation for guest speaker is requested). Hockey: Youngstown Phantoms, The Covelli Center, 229 E. Front St., Youngstown; for tickets call 330747-7825 or visit youngstownphantoms.com. The Phantoms play US National Team. 7:15 p.m. Call for ticket prices.
MUSIC AT NIGHTSPOTS Mastropietro Winery, John Tumbri. Rosetta Stone, Bustin’ Loose. 9 p.m.
SUNDAY 17 Restoration Yoga, Fellows Riverside Gardens, 123 McKinley Ave., Mill Creek MetroParks, Youngstown; 330-740-7116. Heighten your awareness and selfhealing through specialized breathing techniques and postures. Call to register. 9-11 a.m. $20. Hoop Clinics for Boys and Girls ages 5-12, Youngstown YMCA, 17 N. Champion St., Downtown Youngstown; 330-744-8411. Participants will learn dribbling and one on one moves. For additional information or to sign up e-mail D’nelle at dseiple@ youngstownymca. 1:30-3 p.m. (Ages 5-8), 3-4:30 p.m. (Ages 8-12). $21 (non member), $17. Healthy Recipe Hike, Mill Creek Metro Parks, Youngstown; 330-702-3000. Meet at Ford Nature Center for a 3 mile hike. Bring a healthy recipe to share with fellow hikers. 2 p.m. Memorial Service, St. Charles Catholic Church, 7325 Westview Drive, Boardman; for more information or to register call 330-788-1992 or 800-640-5180. A rose will be provided to honor loved ones. Call Karen Lewis to acquire a rose. Participants are encouraged to bring a poem, scripture or verse to read in honor of your loved one. Services are open to community families as well as to hospice families. 2:30 p.m. (registration), 3 p.m. (service begins). Monthly: PFLAG, Mahoning Valley Pride Center, 1523 Poland Ave., Youngstown; 330-747-2696. 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. Monthly: Irish Music, O’Donald’s Irish Pub, 5154 Youngstown-Warren Road, Niles; for more information call 330-757-9057 or 330-349-4500. Irish music enthusiasts from the area get together every third Sunday of the month to play traditional Irish tunes. The event is open to the public. 6-8 p.m. Free.
MUSIC AT NIGHTSPOTS Cedars, DJ Martini. Lemon Grove Cafe, Stitch and Bitch.
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MONDAY 18 Monthly: Hospice of the Valley Common Bond, Vienna United Methodist Church, 4265 Warren-Sharon Road; for more information call Hospice of the Valley at 330-788-1992 or 1-800-640-5180. The group focuses on one grief topic a year, and it meets the third Monday of the month. 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. The Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support Group Meeting, Antonine Sister’s Adult Day Center, 2691 North Lipkey Road, North Jackson; for more information call the Alzheimer’s Association at 330-
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533-3300 or 1-800-272-3900. 2 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 held the third Monday. 6:30 p.m. Hockey: Youngstown Phantoms, The Covelli Center, 229 E. Front St., Youngstown; for tickets call 330747-7825 or visit youngstownphantoms.com. The Phantoms play US National Team. For Kids Day, the team will offer buy-one, get-one-free tickets. 6:30 p.m. Call for ticket prices. Monthly: Mahoning County Chapter of the Ohio Genealogical Society Meeting, St. Charles Church, 7325 Westview, Boardman; for more information call Janet at 330-758-6366. The group meets the third Monday of the month. 7 p.m.
MUSIC AT NIGHTSPOTS Lemon Grove Cafe, Discussion Series. 7:30 p.m.
TUESDAY 19 Howland Happy Stitchers, Living Lord Lutheran Church, 851 Niles-Cortland Road, Warren; for more information call Margaret at 330-847-9813 or Jane at 330-638-2916. Meets the third Tuesday. 10 a.m. Monthly: Hospice of the Valley Craft and Games, Hospice House Conference Room, 9803 Sharrott Road (behind Assumption Village), North Lima; for more information call Hospice of the Valley at 330-7881992 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. It meets the third Tuesday of the month. Supplies are provided. 1-4 p.m. Grant Center: Introduction to the Foundation Directory Online, Public Library, Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown; 330-744-8636. A session that provides hands-on introduction to the Foundation Center’s web subscription database. 6:30 p.m. Monthly: Mahoning County Computer Club, Canfield Presbyterian Church, 104 Main St., Canfield; for more information call 330-757-9854 or 330-7991676. 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, 6505 Market St., Youngstown; 330-884-2911. The group is for people who are dealing with grief from miscarriage, stillbirth or newborn loss. The group meets the third Tuesday of each month. 7-9 p.m.
MUSIC AT NIGHTSPOTS Lemon Grove Cafe, Kinda Blue Night with Teddy Pantelas. 8 p.m. Rosetta Stone, An evening with Frank Sinatra featuring Steve Fazzini.
WEDNESDAY 20 Health and Wellness Walk, 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. The Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support Group Meeting, Trumbull Memorial Hospital, 1350 East Market St., Warren; for more information call the Alzheimer’s Association at 330-533-3300 or 1-800272-3900. 10 a.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. Monthly: Book Club, Villa Maria Community Center, 1 mile east of the Ohio state line, south of State Route 422 on Evergreen Road, Villa Maria, Pa.; 724-964-8920, ext. 3223. This monthly series will focus on books from the New York Time’s best seller list. The group meets the second Wednesday of the month. 6:30-8 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. 8 p.m.
MUSIC AT NIGHTSPOTS Barley’s, MAyNstream Flip Night. Lemon Grove Cafe, Lemonaoke. Rosetta Stone, Fiesta Night. 7 p.m.
THURSDAY 21 Austintown Stitch and Share, Humanity House, 755 Ohltown Road, Austintown; for more information call Theresa at 330-793-1619. The group meets the third
Phil Vassar: Thursday, Jan. 21 at the House of Blues in Cleveland Thursday of the month. 10 a.m. Baby Brilliant: Bonding with Babies and Books, Public Library, Newport Branch Library, 3730 Market, Youngstown; 330-747-6424. Developmentally appropriate books, songs and rhymes for 6-23 months. 10:30 a.m. Sharing & Caring: Grief and Bereavement Book Club, Borders Books, Cafe, 2102 Niles-Cortland Road, Niles; for more information call the Bereavement Coordinator at 330-770-0502. The group meets the third Thursday of the month, and is a topical support group, sponsored by Senior Independence Hospice, for those experiencing grief and bereavement issues. Noon. Free. My Name is Ruth, Das Dutch Village Inn, 150 E. State Route 14, Columbiana; 330-482-5050. The play presented by 34west Theater Company, runs Jan. 21 and 22-23. 12:30 p.m. (Jan. 21), 7 p.m. (Jan. 22-23). $35 (dinner), $30 (matinee). Chalk It Up to Gardening, Fellows Riverside Gardens, 123 McKinley Ave., Mill Creek MetroParks,Youngstown; 330-740-7116. Preschoolers ages 3-5 will decorate pots with chalk designs before planting easy-care houseplants. A story and snacks will also take place. The program will be held again Jan. 22 and 23. Call to register. 1-2 p.m. (Thursday), 11 a.m.-noon (Friday and Saturday). $7 (non resident), $5. H1N1 Vaccine Clinic, Boardman High School, 7777 Glenwood Ave., Boardman. 3:30-8 p.m. Got Game? Warren-Trumbull County Public Library, Liberty Branch, 415 Churchill-Hubbard Road,Youngstown; 330-759-2589. Kids in grades 3-6 are invited to drop in for various games and game systems. 5-7:30 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. Monthly: Angelic Support, Davis Family YMCA, Conference Room, 45 McClurg Road, Boardman. The support group is for those with acute or chronic health concerns as well as their family and friends. The group meets the third Thursday of every month. 7-9 p.m.
MUSIC AT NIGHTSPOTS Cedars, Swing Night. University Pizzeria, Open Mic Night.
FRIDAY 22 Breakfast Botany: Palms, Fellows Riverside Gardens, 123 McKinley Ave., Mill Creek MetroParks,Youngstown; 330-740-7116. Today’s morning walk in the gardens will feature a lesson about plants in this family. The activity also includes a light breakfast. Call Fellows Riverside Gardens to register. 8:30-10 a.m. $9 (non resident), $7 (resident). Monthly Euchre Game, The Senior Citizens Center, E. 4th Street, East Liverpool; 330-385-4732. The public is invited to attend. Games are held the third Friday of each month. 1-3 p.m. Free. YSU Men’s Basketball, Stambaugh Stadium, One University Plaza, Youngstown; 330-941-1978. The Penguins play Milwaukee. 7 p.m. $12, $8.
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MUSIC AT NIGHTSPOTS Aces Wild Wings, Manifold Stud. 9 p.m. Lemon Grove Cafe, Lunch with Julius Veal. Noon. Rosetta Stone, The House Band. 9 p.m.
SATURDAY 23 Babytime, Warren-Trumbull County Public Library, Howland Branch, 9095 East Market St., Warren; 330856-2011. Infants ages 6-18 months will hear short stories, view fingerplays, and more. 10 a.m. Volunteer Tax Preparer Workshop, Williamson College of Business Administration, YSU Campus, One University Plaza, Youngstown; for reservations call HandsOn Volunteer Network at 330-782-5877. Volunteers will learn about the HOVN program, and will learn about the benefits their efforts will provide to the community. Workshops will be held again Jan. 30. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Tiger Tales: Favorite Stories and Fun, Public Library, Springfield Branch, 10719 Main St., Springfield; 330542-2715. Stories and more for all ages. 11 a.m. Workshop: We Are Family, YWCA Warren, 375 N. Park Ave., Warren; to sign up call 330-373-1010. The workshop is for mothers and guardians of teenage girls, and are about healthy conflict resolution. Participants will learn how to talk to each other about difficult issues without stifling differences of opinion or bruising self-esteem. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Family Movie Time, Warren-Trumbull County Public Library, Howland Branch, 9095 East Market St., Warren; 330-856-2011. Children of all ages and their families can watch a movie. 2 p.m. Monthly: All Families Matter, Mahoning Valley Pride Center, 1523 Poland Ave., Youngstown; for more information visit www.allfamiliesmatter.org. This is a parenting group that will be held the fourth Saturday of the month. 2-5 p.m. The 6th Annual Game of Hope Charity Classic, Beeghly Center, YSU Campus, One University Plaza, Youngstown; for more information visit www.hopemv. org. This is a benefit basketball game that benefits chronically/terminally ill children. The game will feature local celebrities, dignitaries, and members of the media. There will also be various contests and activities. 4 p.m.
MUSIC AT NIGHTSPOTS Grist Mill, Total Package. Mastropietro Winery, Bongo Joe and Little Steve O. Rosetta Stone, Redline. 9 p.m.
SUNDAY 24 Hike: Trees in Winter, Mill Creek Metro Parks, Youngstown; 330-702-3000. Learn how to identify trees without their leaves on this hike to the Tree Trail and back. Meet at Ford Nature Center for a 2 mile hike. YSU Men’s Basketball, Stambaugh Stadium, One University Plaza, Youngstown; 330-941-1978. The Penguins play Green Bay. 2:05 p.m. $12, $8. Pro Wrestling Ohio, Eastwood Expo Center, 5555 Youngstown-Warren Road, Niles; 330-747-2661 or for more information call 216-276-2540. 6:30-10:30 p.m.
MUSIC AT NIGHTSPOTS Cedars, DJ Martini. Lemon Grove Cafe, Stitch and Bitch.
MONDAY 25 Movie Night at the Library, Public Library, East Branch, 6 N. Jackson St., Youngstown; 330-744-2790. 5:30 p.m. Business and Investment Center Tour for Entrepreneurs, Public Library, Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown; 330-744-8636. View the print and electronic sources that can be useful from business start-up and beyond. To register, call and press 2 after the prompt. 6:30 p.m. Pajamarama, Public Library, Austintown branch, 600 S. Raccoon, Austintown; 330-792-6982. Put on pajamas and listen to bedtime stories. The program is for children of all ages and their families. 6:30 p.m. Tales to Tails, Public Library, Canfield Branch, 43 W. Main St., Canfield; 330-533-5631. Readers of all levels and abilities in grades K-6 will read to a registered therapy dog, which helps develop reading skills, promotes confidence and encourages a love of reading. 6:30 p.m.
MUSIC AT NIGHTSPOTS Lemon Grove Cafe, Discussion Series. 7:30 p.m.
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Blood Pressure Screening, Public Library, Poland Branch, 311 S. Main, Poland; 330-757-1852. Held by the Mahoning Chapter of the American Red Cross. 1-4 p.m. Audubon Society of Mahoning Valley Meeting, MetroParks Farm, Mill Creek MetroParks, 7574 Columbiana Canfield Road, State Route 46, Canfield; 330-533-7572. Featuring a discussion about Roger Tory Peterson. Call 888-846-8851 for more information. 6:30 p.m. (social), 7 p.m. (program begins).
MUSIC AT NIGHTSPOTS Lemon Grove Cafe, Kinda Blue Night with Teddy Pantelas. 8 p.m. Rosetta Stone, An evening with Frank Sinatra featuring Steve Fazzini.
WEDNESDAY 27 Kids’ Club: Happy Chinese New Year, Public Library, Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown; 330-7448636. Celebrate the holiday with stories, craft, and a snack. For grades K-3. 4 p.m. Movie Night at the Library, Newport Branch Library, 3730 Market, Youngstown; 330-747-6424. A movie for teens in grades 7-12. 5:30 p.m. MetroParks Job Fair, Fellows Riverside Gardens, 123 McKinley Ave., Mill Creek MetroParks, Youngstown; 330-740-7116. Learn about seasonal and part-time employment opportunities at the MetroParks. 6:308:30 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. YSU Men’s Basketball, Stambaugh Stadium, One University Plaza, Youngstown; 330-941-1978. The Penguins play North Carolina Central. 7:05 p.m. $12, $8.
MUSIC AT NIGHTSPOTS Barley’s, MAyNstream Flip Night. Lemon Grove Cafe, Lemonaoke. Rosetta Stone, Fiesta Night. 7 p.m.
THURSDAY 28 Blood Pressure Screening, Public Library, Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown; 330-744-8636. Held by the “Original” Visiting Nurse Association of Mahoning County. 10 a.m.-noon. The Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support Group Meeting, Alzheimer’s Association, Building B, Suite 301, 3695 Boardman-Canfield Road, Canfield; 330-533-3300 or 1-800-272-3900. 1:30 p.m. Family Movie Time, Warren-Trumbull County Public Library, Liberty Branch, 415 Churchill-Hubbard Road, Youngstown; 330-759-2589. Watch a movie with the family. 6 p.m. Floral Design Basics: Contemporary Winter White, Fellows Riverside Gardens, 123 McKinley Ave., Mill Creek MetroParks, Youngstown; 330-740-7116. Create a winter white arrangement that includes tropical flowers. Call to register. 6:30-8:30 p.m. $36 (non resident), $28. Toys for Tight Times, Public Library, Boardman Branch, 7680 Glenwood Ave., Boardman; 330-7581414. Make an old fashion toy or game for children of all ages. Sign up is required. 7 p.m. Drama: The Shape of Things, Spotlight Arena Theater, Bliss Hall, YSU Campus, Wick Avenue, Youngstown; 330-941-3105. The show runs Jan. 28-31. 7:30 p.m. (Thursday-Saturday), 3 p.m. (Sunday). $5, $3.
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MUSIC AT NIGHTSPOTS Aces Wild Wings, XFactor1, Cease to Exist, Pheonix Rising, Sichorde-Jagerfest Party. 9 p.m. The Firehouse, Shame. Lemon Grove Cafe, Lunch with Julius Veal. Noon. Rosetta Stone, Redline. 9 p.m. University Pizzeria, Lethal FX.
SATURDAY 30 What’s in a Name? Fellows Riverside Gardens, 123 McKinley Ave., Mill Creek MetroParks, Youngstown; 330-740-7116. Learn what Latin plant names really mean, as well a other botanical terms that are commonly used. Call to register. 10-11:30 a.m. $11 (non resident), $8. Volunteer Tax Preparer Workshop, Williamson College of Business Administration, YSU Campus, One University Plaza, Youngstown; for reservations call HandsOn Volunteer Network at 330-782-5877. Volunteers will learn about the HOVN program, and will learn about the benefits their efforts will provide to the community. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Family Movie Time, Warren-Trumbull County Public Library, Liberty Branch, 415 Churchill-Hubbard Road, Youngstown; 330-759-2589. Watch a movie with the family. 1 p.m. Year of the Tiger Garden, Fellows Riverside Gardens, 123 McKinley Ave., Mill Creek MetroParks,Youngstown; 330-740-7116. Children ages 6 and up will plant an easy-care windowsill garden and construct a tiger as a decoration for the container. Call to register. 1-2:30 p.m. $9 (non resident), $7. Family Fun Flick, Public Library, East Branch, 6 N. Jackson St., Youngstown; 330-744-2790. View a movie with the whole family. 1:30 p.m. Movie Matinee, Warren-Trumbull County Public Library, Howland Branch, 9095 East Market St., Warren; 330-856-2011. Watch a 2009 drama rated PG. 2 p.m. Polish Night, Kuzman’s, 1025 S. State St., Girard; for more information visit www.Polishyoungstown. com or call 330-646-4082. The event is held the last Saturday. Admission costs vary. 7 p.m.
MUSIC AT NIGHTSPOTS Barley’s, Jones for Revival CD Release Party. 9 p.m. The Firehouse, Smash Alley. Grist Mill, Total Package. Lemon Grove Cafe, Emily Rodgers. Mastropietro Winery, Sounds Around Town. Rosetta Stone, Rudy and the Professionals. 9 p.m. University Pizzeria, Third Class.
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MUSIC AT NIGHTSPOTS Cedars, Swing Night. University Pizzeria, Open Mic Night.
FRIDAY 29 Hike: The Snow Moon, Mill Creek Metro Parks, Youngstown; 330-702-3000. Meet at Ford Nature Center for a 2 mile hike. 7 p.m. Hockey: Youngstown Phantoms, The Covelli Center, 229 E. Front St., Youngstown; for tickets call 330747-7825 or visit youngstownphantoms.com. The Phantoms play Sioux Falls Stampede. 7:15 p.m. Call for ticket prices.
Hike: Sounds of Winter, Mill Creek Metro Parks, Youngstown; 330-702-3000. Listen to the sounds of nature on this 2.5 mile hike. 2 p.m. Hockey: Youngstown Phantoms, The Covelli Center, 229 E. Front St., Youngstown; for tickets call 330747-7825 or visit youngstownphantoms.com. The Phantoms play Sioux Falls Stampede. Family Day will be featured, which offers fans the chance to participate in a postgame skate with the players. 3 p.m. Call for ticket prices.
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MONDAY– FRIDAY Newslink, WYSU (88.5 FM). 5-6 a.m., Monday-Friday. News and features. Morning Edition, WKSU (89.7 FM). 5-9 a.m., Monday-Friday. News from NPR. Morning Edition, WYSU (88.5 FM). 6-9 a.m., Monday-Friday. News from NPR. Bob & Tom Show, WNCD (93.3 FM). 5-10 a.m., Monday-Friday. Music and mayhem. Mangino,WKBN (570 AM). 6-10 a.m., Monday-Friday. Youngstown talk. Imus in the Morning, WGFT (1330 AM). 6-10 a.m., Monday-Friday. Don Imus hosts. Polka Programming, WKTL (90.7 FM). 8-9 a.m., Monday through Friday. Classical with Barbara Krauss, WYSU (88.5 FM). 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Monday-Friday. Classical with Mark Pennell, WKSU (89.7 FM). 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Monday-Friday. Laura Ingraham, WGFT (1330 AM). 10 a.m.-noon, Monday-Friday. Ingraham skewers politics, the media, Hollywood. Dan Rivers, WKBN (570 AM). 10-11:45 a.m., Monday-Friday. Youngstown talk. Hot Lunch at Noon, WHOT (101.1 FM). Noon, Monday-Friday. Music requests. Rush Limbaugh, WKBN (570 AM). Noon-3 p.m., Monday-Friday. Conservative talk. Dave Ramsey, WGFT (1330 AM). Noon-3 p.m., Monday-Friday. Financial matters. Spatz, WNCD (93.3 FM). 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Monday-Friday. Classic rock. Classical with Michael Cervone, WYSU (88.5 FM). 1-3 p.m., Monday-Friday. Classical with Sylvia Docking, WKSU (89.7 FM). 1-3 p.m., Monday-Friday. Sean Hannity, WGFT (1330 AM). 3-6 p.m., Monday-Friday. Conservative talk. Ron Verb Show, WKBN (570 AM). 3-6 p.m., Monday-Friday. Youngstown talk. Fresh Air With Terry Gross, WYSU (88.5 FM), WKSU (89.7 FM). 3 p.m., MondayFriday. Pop culture, the arts and politics. Polka Programming, WKTL (90.7 FM). 4-6 p.m., Monday-Friday. All Things Considered, WKSU (89.7 FM). 4-6 p.m., Monday-Friday. News and features from National Public Radio. All Things Considered, WYSU (88.5 FM). 4-6:30 p.m., Monday-Friday. News from NPR. Mark Levin, WGFT (1330 AM). 6-8 p.m., Monday-Friday. Marketplace, WYSU (88.5 FM), WKSU (89.7 FM). 6:30 p.m., Monday-Friday. Business news. Newslink, WYSU (88.5 FM). 7-8 p.m., Monday-Friday. News and features. Michael Savage, WKBN (570 AM). 7-10 p.m. Monday-Friday. Conservative talk. HOT 101 Hot 8 at 8, WHOT (101.1 FM). 8-9 p.m. Monday-Friday. Top hits. NPR World of Opera, WYSU (88.5 FM). 8-11 p.m., Monday. Operatic performances Performance Today, WYSU (88.5 FM). 8-10 p.m., Tuesday-Thursday. Phil Hendrie Show, WKBN (570 AM). 10 p.m.-midnight, Monday-Thursday; Midnight-1 a.m., Friday-Saturday. Provocative radio from a L.A.-based host. Left Right and Center, WYSU (88.5 FM). 7:30 p.m., Friday. Political talk.
FRIDAY EVENING American Routes, WKSU (89.7 FM). 7-9 p.m., Friday. Music, features and artist interviews. Nick Spitzer hosts. The Jazz Sofa With Rick Popovich, WYSU (88.5 FM). 8-11-p.m., Friday. Twice-
Michael Feldman (right) hosts the radio quiz show ‘What’Ya Know with Michael Feldman’ on Saturdays at 11 a.m. on WKSU (89.7 FM). weekly jazz program. Folk Music with Jim Blum, WKSU (89.7 FM). 9 p.m.-1 a.m., Friday. Folk music. Rhythm Sweet and Hot, WYSU (88.5 FM). 11 p.m.-midnight, Friday. Musical culture from the 1920s to the 1940s. Radio Deluxe with John Pizzarelli, WYSU (88.5 FM). Midnight, Friday. Coast to Coast AM with George Noory, WKBN (570 AM). 1-5 a.m., Monday-Friday; 5-6 a.m., Saturday; 1-6 a.m., Sunday. Program covers the paranormal.
SATURDAY Buckeye Sportsman,WKBN (570 AM). 6-7 a.m., Saturday. Outdoor sports. On the Media, WKSU (89.7 FM). 6 a.m., Saturday. Syndicated. Hearts of Space,WYSU (88.5 FM). 6-7 a.m., Saturday. Atmospheric music. On the Media,WYSU (88.5 FM). 7-8 a.m., Saturday. Syndicated. Living on Earth, WKSU (89.7 FM). 7 a.m., Saturday. Environmental programming. Polka Music, WKTX (830 AM). 8 a.m.-1 p.m., Saturday. Polka Val hosts. Car Care, WKBN (570 AM). 9-11 a.m., Saturday. Advice and tips on auto care. Weekend Edition, WYSU (88.5 FM). 8-10 a.m., Saturday. News from NPR. Weekend Edition,WKSU (89.7 FM). 8-10 a.m., Saturday. News from NPR. Car Talk, WYSU (88.5 FM).10-11 a.m., Saturday. Tom and Ray Magliozzi host this irreverent program on car care. Irish Music, WKTL (90.7 FM). 10-11 a.m., Saturday. Music and culture. Home Care, WKBN (570 AM). 11 a.m.noon, Saturday. Advice and tips. What’Ya Know with Michael Feldman, WKSU (89.7 FM). 11 a.m.-noon, Saturday. German Hour, WKTL (90.7 FM). 11 a.m.noon, Saturday. Music and culture. Wait Wait Don’t Tell Me!, WYSU (88.5 FM). 11 a.m.-noon, Saturday. Peter Sagal hosts this weekly syndicated quiz show. All That Grows, WKBN (570 AM). Noon-1 p.m., Saturday. Gardening program. Hungarian Music, WKTL (90.7 FM). Noon1:30 p.m., Saturday. Music and culture. Weekend America, WYSU (88.5 FM). Noon-2 p.m., Saturday. News and
analysis, interviews and features. Wait Wait Don’t Tell Me!, WKSU (87.9 FM). 1-2 p.m.-noon, Saturday. Quiz show. Greek Programming, WKTL (90.7 FM). 1:30-3 p.m., Saturday. Music and culture. Weekend America, WKSU (87.9 FM). 2-4 p.m., Saturday. News and analysis, interviews and features. The Splendid Table, WYSU (88.5 FM). 3-4 p.m., Saturday. Food appreciation. Italian Programming, WKTL (90.7 FM). 3-4 p.m., Saturday. Music and culture. Best of Sean Hannity, WKBN (570 AM). 4-7 p.m., Saturday. This American Life, WKSU (89.7 FM). 4 p.m., Saturday. Fresh Air Weekend, WYSU (88.5 FM). 4 p.m., Saturday. Terry Gross hosts. All Things Considered, WYSU (88.5 FM). 5-6 p.m., Saturday. News from NPR. Tamburitzans, WKTL (90.7 FM). 6-7 p.m., Saturday. Ethnic music from the Balkans.
SATURDAY EVENING A Prairie Home Companion, WYSU (88.5 FM), WKSU (89.7 FM). 6-8 p.m., Saturday. Garrison Keillor hosts this longrunning program that features musical guests and Keillor’s conversational style. Spanish Programming, WKTL (90.7 FM). 7-8 p.m., Saturday. Music and culture. Jazz Sofa With Rick Popovich, WYSU (88.5 FM). 8-11 p.m., Saturday. Twiceweekly jazz program. Folk Music with Jim Blum, WKSU (89.7 FM). 8 p.m.-1 a.m., Saturday. Ukrainian Programming, WKTL (90.7 FM). 8 p.m., Saturday. Music and culture. The Other Side, WKBN (570 AM). 9 p.m.midnight, Saturday. Steve Godfrey hosts this program on the paranormal. Saturday Night Dance Party, WHOT (101.1 FM). 8 p.m.-midnight, Saturday. House, Euro and Top 40. Slovak Music, WKTL (90.7 FM). 9-11 p.m., Saturday. Slovak music and culture. Now’s the Time, WYSU (88.5 FM). 11 p.m.-midnight, Saturday. Martin Berger hosts this local jazz program. Listen Here, WYSU (88.5 FM). Midnight, Saturday. Syndicated. The Twilight Zone, WKBN (570 AM). Midnight-1 a.m., Saturday. This science-
SonRise, WHOT (101.1 FM). 5-7 a.m., Sunday. Contemporary Christian music. Legends of Success, WKBN (570 AM). 6-7 a.m., Sunday. Business leaders discuss their careers. John Resnick hosts. Alternative Radio, WYSU (88.5 FM). 6-7 a.m., Sunday. Public-affairs program. Speaking of Faith, WYSU (88.5 FM), WKSU (89.7 FM). 7-8 a.m., Sunday. Program on religion and ethics. Wine Skins,WKBN (570 AM). 7:30-8 a.m., Sunday. Religious programming. Weekend Edition, WKSU (89.7 FM). 8-10 a.m., Sunday. News from NPR. Weekend Edition, WYSU (88.5 FM). 8-11 a.m., Sunday. News from NPR. The Splendid Table, WYSU (88.5 FM). 11 a.m.-noon, Sunday. Food appreciation. Forum, WHOT (101.1 FM). 7:45 a.m., Sunday. Local public affairs program. Top 40 Countdown with Rick Dees, WHOT (101.1 FM). 8 a.m.-noon, Sunday. Serenade of Italy, WNIO (1390 AM). 8-11 a.m., Sunday. Vince Camp hosts. Health Programming, WKBN (570 AM). 8-9 a.m., Sunday. A Prairie Home Companion, WKSU (89.7 FM). 10 a.m.-noon, Sunday. Garrison Keillor hosts this long-running program with musical guests and Keillor’s conversational style. Sports Rap Sunday, WKBN (570 AM). 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Sunday. Voices of the Croatian Fraternal Union (Croatian Hour), WNIO (1390 AM) 11 a.m.-noon. Music with Tim Komara. Baroque Era with David Roden, WKSU (89.7 FM). Noon-2 p.m., Sunday. Secular music from 1600 and 1750. A Prairie Home Companion, WYSU (88.5 FM). Noon-2 p.m., Sunday. Garrison Keillor hosts this long-running show with musical guests and a conversational style. Car Talk, WYSU (88.5 FM). 2-3 p.m., Sunday. Tom and Ray Magliozzi host this irreverent program on car care. Wait Wait Don’t Tell Me, WYSU (88.5 FM). 3-4 p.m., Sunday.Quiz show. Says You, WYSU (88.5 FM). 4-5 p.m., Sunday. Syndicated quiz show. In Performance, WKSU (89.7 FM). 4:30-6 p.m., Sunday. Symphonies, string quartets and other regional ensembles. All Things Considered, WYSU (88.5 FM). 5-6 p.m., Sunday. News from NPR.
SUNDAY EVENING Sunday Night Cruise, WBBG (106.1 FM). 6-11 p.m., Sunday. DooWop and early rock ‘n’ roll. Thomas John hosts. All Things Considered, WKSU (89.7 FM). 6-7 p.m., Sunday. News from NPR. Word for Word, WYSU (88.5FM). 6-7 p.m., Sunday. Thistle and Shamrock, WYSU (88.5 FM). 7-8 p.m., Sunday. Irish music and culture. Tangled Up in the Blues, WNCD (93.3 FM). 7-9 p.m., Sunday. Cornell Bogdan hosts this weekly blues music program. Beyond the Beltway, WKBN (570 AM). 7-9 p.m., Sunday. Politics beyond D.C. Thistle and Shamrock, WKSU (89.7 FM). 7-8 p.m., Sunday. Irish music and culture. Folk Festival, WYSU (88.5 FM), 8-9:30 p.m., Sunday. Charles Darling hosts. Folk Music with Jim Blum, WKSU (89.7 FM). 8 p.m.-midnight, Sunday. Little Steven’s Underground Garage, WNCD (93.3 FM). 10 p.m.-midnight, Sunday. Hosted by Steven Van Zand. All Songs Considered, WYSU (88.5FM). 9:30-10 p.m., Sunday. Harmonia, WYSU (88.5FM). 10-11 p.m., Sunday.
AM STATIONS WKBN (570), Youngstown. Talk. WSOM (600). Salem. Standards. WLW (700). Cincinnati. Talk, sports, news. WPIC (790). Hermitage. Talk, sports.
WKTX (830), Cortland. Variety, ethnic. WAMO (860), Pittsburgh. Urban. KDKA (1020), Pittsburgh. Talk. WBZ (1030). Boston. News, sports.
WBUT (1050), Butler. News/talk. WTAM (1100). Cleveland. Talk, sports.
WKST (1200), New Castle. Variety. WBBW (1240). Youngstown. Sports.
WEAE (1250), Pittsburgh. Sports. WGFT (1330), Youngstown. Talk. WSTV (1340), Steubenville. Talk. WNIO (1390), Youngstown. Standards. WLKK (1400), Erie. News/talk. KQV (1410), Pittsburgh. News/talk. WRRO (1440). Warren. Religious.
WASN (1550), Youngstown. Talk/info. WRTK (1540), Youngstown. Oldies. WANR (1570), Warren. News/talk. WAKR (1590), Akron. News/talk.
FM STATIONS WRSK (88.1), Slippery Rock. Public radio. WZIP (88.1), Akron. Public radio. WRCT (88.3), Pittsburgh. Public radio. WYSU (88.5), Youngstown. Classical. WQED (89.3), Pittsburgh. Classical/jazz. WCSB (89.3), Cleveland. Public radio. WKSU (89.7), Kent. Public radio. WVMN (90.1), New Castle. Religious. WDUQ (90.5). Pittsburgh. Classical. WKTL (90.7). Struthers. Ethnic, oldies. WRUW (91.1). Cleveland. Public radio. WRMU (91.1). Alliance. Classical/jazz. WAPS (91.3). Akron. Public radio. WYEP (91.3) Pittsburgh. Public radio. WYTN (91.7). Youngstown. Religious. WPTS (92.1). Pittsburgh. Public radio. WZKL (92.5). Alliance. Nostalgia. WLTJ (92.9) Pittsburgh. Music variety. WNCD (93.3). Youngstown. Rock. WBZZ (93.7). Pittsburgh. Rock. WICT (95.1). Brookfield. Country. WCLV (95.5). Cleveland. Classical/jazz. WAKZ (95.9). Youngstown. Top 40. WPHH (96.1) Pittsburgh. Music variety. WKDD (96.5). Akron. Rock. WLLF (96.7). Mercer. Classical/jazz. WONE (97.5). Akron. Rock. WNCX (98.5). Cleveland. Rock. WMXY (98.9). Youngstown. Top 40. WGAR (99.5). Cleveland. Country. WSHH (99.7) Pittsburgh. Music variety. WNIR (100.1). Kent. News/talk. WMMS (100.7). Cleveland. Rock. WHOT (101.1) Youngstown. Top 40. WORD (101.5) Pittsburgh. Religious. WRBP (101.9). Youngstown. Urban. WDOK (102.1). Cleveland. Variety. WDVE (102.5). Pittsburgh. Rock. WYFM (102.9). Youngstown. Rock. WRKY (103.5). Steubenville. Country. WWIZ (103.9). Mercer. Country. WJJJ (104.7). Pittsburgh. Urban. WQXK (105.1). Youngstown. Country. WMJI (105.7). Cleveland. Oldies. WXDX (105.9). Pittsburgh. Alternative. WBBG (106.1). Youngstown. Oldies. WAMO (106.7). Beaver Falls. Urban. WNWV (107.3). Elyria. Classical/jazz. WDSY (107.9). Pittsburgh. Country.
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