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The Rev. Lubomir Zhybak discusses the moral implications of the Ukrainian war in a recent interview with Metro Monthly. Zhybak is administrator of two local Ukrainian Catholic parishes – Holy Trinity in Youngstown and St. Anne’s in Austintown.

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When the Russian army attacked Ukraine on Feb. 24, it set off a political chain reaction that has reached as far as Ohio and the Mahoning Valley. With one of the largest populations of Ukrainian descendants in the country, the war has especially touched the Buckeye State.

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Ten years before Russian tanks rolled across the Ukrainian frontier, 93-yearold area resident Harry Nachim shared his impressions of the bustling neighborhood that once surrounded Holy Trinity Ukrainian Catholic Church in Youngstown’s Arlington Heights District.

The long-vacant plaza at 2915 Glenwood Ave. is being given new life by the Youngstown Neighborhood Development Corporation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to neighborhood revitalization. “The Glenwood Fresh Market is going to one of multiple storefronts,” says YNDC Neighborhood Stabilization Director Jack Daugherty.

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SPECIAL REPORT: THE WAR IN UKRAINE

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Jewish Community Center expands meal deliveries

gan using new accounting software. After working to develop the new accounting process and manual, she was hired in the newly-created position of finance director in mid-February.

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he Jewish Community Center of Youngstown and Jewish Family & Community Services are expanding their

successful mobile meals program to include a private pay option.

“To date, over 200,000 meals have been delivered to nearly 800 individuals 60 and older in need in Mahoning, Trumbull, and northern Columbiana counties,” said Ken Bielecki, JFCS director. “There is a clear need for home delivery of meals. However, funding for this critical service is ending, prompting us to offer it to the community for a nominal fee.”

The fully prepared, frozen meals are now available to anyone in Mahoning and Trumbull counties for home delivery or pickup. The kosher-style meals are cooked

by JCC staff and include an entrée and two sides. The cost per meal is $6, with a five meal minimum. Payment may be made by check or credit card.

For more information or to join the meal program, call 330-746-7929.

Community Foundation hires finance director

The Community Foundation of the Mahoning Valley has hired Devon Cleland as

its finance director, marking the second time in the past year the Foundation has created a new position as it works to grow its capacity in order to better support local nonprofits.

As finance director, Cleland is responsible for processing all financial transactions for all of the Community Foundation’s funds at trustee banks and financial institutions, reconciling monthly statements for the Foundation and its affiliated foundations, responding to donor requests and processing gifts to CFMV’s 160-plus funds, supporting the annual audit alongside President Shari Harrell and managing all of the Foundation’s accounting activity.

“Devon brings much-welcomed expertise to the Community Foundation at a time when our organization is growing and facing new, exciting challenges in the work we do and the support we provide to nonprofits and donors,” Harrell says. “The work she’s doing – and has done already – will help the Community Foundation have the biggest impact possible for years to come.”

Cleland was initially hired in a part-time role as the Community Foundation be-

Fusillo donates $2,500 to Glenwood Fresh Market See related article on Page 16.

Mark Fusillo, owner of Fusillo Catering donated $2,500 to the Glenwood Fresh Market. The Glenwood Fresh Market, located at 2915 Glenwood Ave., provides year-round access to free fresh fruits, vegetables, and other healthy food items to residents of Youngstown and the Mahoning Valley facing food insecurity issues.

The market also provides free health screenings, nutrition literacy courses, cooking demonstrations and other resources to members. Residents can become members if they are a household living under 200 percent of Federal Poverty Guidelines or a SNAP recipient. Call 330333-3561 to become a member.

“We are grateful to Mark Fusillo, owner of Fusillo Catering, a local food serving business, for understanding and supporting access to fresh quality produce and food for all residents of Youngstown,” said YNDC Executive Director Ian Beniston. n

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Rick and Joni Blase, the owners of Boot Factory Outlet, have made a $100,000 gift to the James P. Tressel Institute for Leadership and Teamwork.

$100,000 gift boosts Tressel Institute at YSU

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ick and Joni Blase, the owners of Boot Factory Outlet, have made a

$100,000 gift to the James P. Tressel Institute for Leadership and Teamwork.

Rick Blase is a member of the YSU Foundation Board of Trustees, and the Blase Family established the Blase Scholarship in 2017 to enhance the YSU Athletics Scholarship Endowment Fund.

Originally known as Rick’s Ranchwear, Boot Factory Outlet is a chain of eight retail stores operating in Ohio, Tennessee, Florida and Nevada since 1978. The Blase Family recognizes the enormous impact Youngstown State University, President Jim Tressel and First Lady Ellen Tressel have on the community.

Rick Blase has served on the YSU Foundation Board of Trustees since 2018. He is currently Chair of the Human Resource Committee as well as a member of the Finance and the Executive Committees.

The James P. Tressel Institute of Leadership and Teamwork will be de-

signed to empower students, community leaders, and business directors to make a meaningful difference wherever

Rick Blase is a member of the YSU Foundation Board of Trustees, and the Blase Family established the Blase Scholarship in 2017 to enhance the YSU Athletics Scholarship Endowment Fund. their paths take them. It will support opportunities through credit courses, workshops, symposiums and more.

The objectives are to prepare students and participants to become strong, impactful leaders, and to create and foster an atmosphere of teamwork for the well-being of their group or organization.

“Rick Blase represents the American success story of what can be accomplished with hard work and dedication,” President Tressel said. “His support and service to YSU students through his generosity and volunteer services to the YSU Foundation Board of Trustees are making a lasting impact.”

The Institute is expected to enroll its first cohort of students in the summer of 2022.

Fitch student’s art selected for Ohio House exhibition

Austintown Fitch senior Oscar Huang recently received notification that his artwork was selected as part of the 20222024 Ohio House of Representatives Student Art Exhibition, a two-year Ohio student visual art exhibition that resides at the Vern Riffe Center for Government and the Arts. This exhibit consists of only 99 artworks, one from each district of the Ohio House of Representatives.

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Valley priest discusses moral implications of Ukrainian war We are a peaceful nation. We are T not looking for war, but, unfortuhe Rev. Lubomir Zhybak discussed the moral implications of the Ukrainian war in a recent interview with Metro Monthly. Zhybak is administrator of two local Ukrainian Catholic parishes – Holy Trinity in Youngstown and St. Anne’s in Austintown. Mark C. Peyko conducted the interview on March 1. It was edited for brevity and clarity.

Metro Monthly: As the spiritual leader of Holy Trinity, how are you helping parishioners find strength and comfort?

The Rev. Lubomir Zhybak: First of all, through my homilies, my talks, but also through the encouragement, asking the parishioners to help the suffering brothers and sisters in Ukraine with some other actions, namely making donations. There was a fund established in the Ukrainian Catholic Archeparchy of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania that you can send your donations to and they’ll be forwarded to the people in Ukraine. We’ve been praying for peace in Ukraine and, again, also acting through our donations, and supporting each other in whatever way we can support each other.

Metro Monthly: How are you getting news and information?

Rev. Lubomir: They’ve established this 24/7 streaming of news in Ukraine. The major channels combined and they now have the same news. Whatever channel you turn on or access via online, you can watch the same news on all channels. They’re transmitting 24/7 news of what’s happening in Ukraine.

Metro Monthly: Russia and Ukraine have a complex historical and cultural relationship. How would you describe that?

Rev. Lubomir: It is unfortunate that we have that relationship. When you look at the history of Ukraine it seems that we, Ukrainians, we always were on the defensive. We had to defend ourselves against people from the west or east, or north or south. And now, of course.

You remember Soviet Union? I was born in the USSR. I still have my Soviet birth certificate. The Soviets, they were trying to swallow all of these republics that comprised the USSR. They were trying to erase any traits that would distinguish any individual country – culturally, religiously,

nately, Russia has chosen to speak to us with the language of force.

And we need to defend ourselves.

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The Rev. Lubomir Zhybak, administrator of Holy Trinity Ukrainian Catholic Church and St. Anne Ukrainian Catholic Church, discussed the moral implications of the war in Ukraine in a March interview with the Metro Monthly.

whatever other way.

They were trying to come up with, you probably heard this term, Homo Sovieticus – Soviet man. A Soviet man, as I understand it, would be someone who would be cut off from any roots, ancestral roots, what have you.

They were trying to come up with this illusion, this Homo Sovieticus idea, and, unfortunately, the Russians were trying to impose their culture, their view of our nation on ourselves, disregarding what we think, whether we want to be part of it.

There’s this whole idea of Russian world, the Russkiy Mir, and they [are] really trying to put on the umbrella of Russia – Russia-Ukrainian people, Bella-Russian people – people of Belarus. And, of course, guess who was going to be the big brother? Russia.

When you look at the history of Ukraine and what has been done to our people, particularly, I want to mention, single out here, the artificial famine in Ukraine in 1932-33, where millions of Ukrainians were starved to death. They were starved to death by the Soviets. When you look at the gulags that our people were sent to in Siberia. Now, recently, when you look at the annexation of Crimea, when you look at all of these events, you see destruction spelled all over them.

Ukrainians, we are freedom-loving people. We are peaceful people.

When you look at the Ukrainian flag, when you see these two horizontal stripes, blue and yellow. Blue represents sky and yellow represents the wheat fields. We are a peaceful nation. We are not looking for war, but, unfortunately, Russia has chosen to speak to us with the language of force.

And we need to defend ourselves.

Metro Monthly: How do you describe the spirit and resilience of the Ukrainian people?

Rev. Lubomir: As I just said, we are freedom-loving people and we are very strongwilled as well, as is obvious right now. I think before this war started that people thought that it was going to start. Unfortunately, it did and I was hoping it would not although, realistically speaking, it was obvious that it was going to begin, at least to me. But I think we’re telling the whole world right now that we’re defending ourselves against this aggression.

We’re trying to defend our human dignity. We’re trying to defend the fact that we are human beings, that we bear God’s image, that we are a Christian nation, although, of course, we have other religions present in Ukraine. But we have deep, deep Christian roots in our nation going all the way back to the 10th century.

Right now, with this war, we are protecting our dignity, we are protecting our

right to live freely, for the current generation, for the future generations, and it is unfortunate, it is very unfortunate, that our neighbors, and I’m not speaking, of course, for all Russians, because there are Russians who disagree with the politics of President Putin and his circle. It is very unfortunate that our neighborly nation that claims to be Christian, particularly Russian president, you see him parading in front of cameras with the Russian Orthodox hierarchy.

And if you heard his speech before this particular assault began last week, how he lectured the world about the history of how Ukrainian people came to be, which, of course, is his opinion, but even if you follow his own logic, that, if we are, according to Putin, part of this great Russian nation, how would you attack your own people then, if you follow his logic?

I mean, of course, I disagree with his history lecture, but that’s another issue. If you view Ukrainians as part of your people, how can you attack your own people?

This war isn’t called for. It needs to be stopped. It needs to be stopped. I’m going to go as far as to say criminal Putin and his criminal circle, they need to be stopped.

And they need to be held accountable to the full extent of the international law.

But right now, Ukraine needs support, prayerful support, but also concrete support. I think the civilized nations do realize that Ukraine needs a lot of support, militarily, to be able to defend ourselves against this massive aggression. It’s not time right now to think about, you know, some petty economic benefits. You need to remember that what’s at stake right now is not cheap gas at the pump. What’s at stake right now is the human dignity.

We had an ecumenical [prayer vigil] at Saints Peter and Paul Orthodox Ukrainian Church in Youngstown. I mentioned that this assault on the Ukrainian people, it is See INTERVIEW, Page 9

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Local Ukrainians urge humanitarian aid, mull war’s political impact When the Russian army attacked Ukraine on Feb. 24, it set off a political chain reaction that has reached as far as Ohio and the Mahoning Valley.

BY SEAN T. POSEY

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hen the Russian army attacked Ukraine on Feb. 24, it set off a political chain reaction that has reached as far as Ohio and the Mahoning Valley. With one of the largest populations of Ukrainian descendants in the country, the war has especially touched the Buckeye State.

Ukrainian churches and cultural institutions are speaking out about their concerns, with the potential to influence the economy, the midterm elections and U.S. Senate race in Ohio.

Outside of the Cleveland area, the Mahoning Valley contains two of the largest communities (Austintown and Youngstown) of Ukrainian descendants in the state. According to the 2019 American Community Survey, over 3,000 Ukrainian descendants live in Mahoning County.

The political situation surrounding Ukraine and Russia has been on the mind of the Rev. Lubomir Zhybak, who is administrator of two local Ukrainian Catholic churches, Youngstown’s Holy Trinity and St. Anne’s in Austintown. The parishes are the spiriDeWINE tual home to approximately 70 families each.

On Jan. 31, Zhybak, who was born and raised in Ukraine, wrote a letter to Fox News host Tucker Carlson protesting what he called CarlBROWN son’s “seemingly biased anti-Ukrainian statements.” During the Jan. 24 broadcast of “Tucker Carlson Tonight,” Carlson asked, “Why is it disloyal to side with Russia but loyal to side with Ukraine?”

In the text of the letter, which was also posted to Holy Trinity’s Facebook page, Zhybak wrote, “My native country is a strong ally of the United States and to question whether the U.S. should side with Russia or Ukraine in the current conflict between the two countries sounds to me the same as to question whether the U.S. should side with North or South Korea amidst their current relations.”

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Ukrainian refugees crossing into Poland on March 7, 2022

Zhybak said he hasn’t received a response from Carlson. However, local and state representatives have reached out.

U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown’s office invited Zhybak to a Zoom call, which lasted approximately 40 minutes. “The message to Senator Brown was, basically, please do more,” Zhybak said. “This is not enough.”

The Ukrainian priest said he emphasized the need for military aid. “He heard us.”

U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan also phoned. Zhybak said he has not heard from U.S. Sen. Rob Portman, who is co-chairman of the Ukraine Caucus. “My message to the politicians would be please put all the politics aside.

Help Ukraine militarily as much as you can.”

The Mahoning Valley is home to three Ukrainian churches, including Sts. Peter and Paul Ukrainian Orthodox Church on N. Belle Vista Avenue in Youngstown, which is the spiritual home to approximately 100 families. The church has been raising humanitarian aid for Ukraine since before the invasion, said the Rev. Ivan Tchopko.

While politicians have visited the church since the invasion began, he wishes more had been done sooner. When asked about the raft of sanctions leveled against Russia, he responded: “Too late. We needed that before.”

Tchopko has been anticipating the need for resettling some of the now estimated 3 million Ukrainian refugees. This is where he sees a role for political representatives. “We wish they would have acted with more aggressive actions before the war

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started, but now we need their support, because there will be refugees coming here to the U.S. We will need their support to help place them in parishes and with jobs.”

On March 17, Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine opened the Ohio Summit on Ukrainian Refugees at St. Vladimir Grand Hall in Parma. According to a media release from DeWine’s office, more than 110 people attended, representing at least 60 organizations, including resettlement agencies, faith-based organizations, charities and others with an interest in the well-being of Ukrainians.

The Ohio Department of Job and Family Services hosted. A recording of the summit can be found at http://ohiochannel.org.

Ryan and Portman have both signed a letter asking the Biden administration to grant Temporary Protected Status to Ukrainians fleeing the Russian invasion.

TPS is a program designed to give migrants from countries deemed unsafe the ability to live and work in the U.S. on a temporary, though renewable, basis.

There are currently over 1 million people of Ukrainian descent in the United States.

The largest share of Ukrainian descendants in Ohio, which has somewhere near the fifth largest population of any state, live in the Cleveland area.

How many live in Ohio is the subject of some debate. Estimates have ranged as high as 80,000. New Jersey-based The Ukrainian Weekly, one of the oldest English-language Ukrainian newspapers in the country, esti-

mates the number at closer to 47,000.

“It’s complicated,” said Andrew Fedynsky, director of the Ukrainian-Museum Archives in Cleveland’s Tremont district.

While the Parma area, home to the largest population of any city in the state, plays host to both Ukrainian Catholic and Baptist churches, there’s also a sizeable Jewish community of Ukrainian descent, he said.

“A significant portion of Ohio Jews trace their heritage to what was then Czarist Russia and what is now Ukraine.”

From his perch at the Ukrainian-Museum Archives, which he has overseen for over three decades, Fedynsky has been watching the political situation carefully since long before the invasion.

Though he said Ukrainian Americans appreciate the show of support from across the state, Fedynsky’s heard a similar refrain when it comes to what they want to see from their representatives. “Support Ukraine morally, materially and militarily.”

Since the invasion, Fedynsky says he’s gratified to see the outpouring of support for Ukraine and the country’s independence, but that support didn’t immediately reach into some corners of the Republican Party, where Ohio’s Ukrainians have been traditionally well represented.

Fedynsky mentioned both former President Donald Trump and Senate candidate J.D. Vance as examples of Republican political figures who have acted as apologists for Russian President Vladimir Putin. On an episode of the podcast “Bannon’s War Room,” released several days before the Russian invasion, Vance said, “I think it’s ridiculous that we are focused on this border in Ukraine. I gotta be honest with you, I don’t really care what happens in Ukraine.”

“J.D. Vance thinks that’s what people in the Republican Party want to hear,” Fedynsky said, “but I don’t think that’s true anymore. After this invasion, he may well regret what he said.” Vance subsequently changed his tone, describing the conflict in Ukraine in a written statement as “unquestionably a tragedy.” Despite that statement, the signup banner on Vance’s campaign website currently reads, “Secure our Southern Border See IMPACT, Page 9

MAHONING VALLEY IMPACT, From Page 8 and NOT Ukraine’s Border!”

While Ohio politicians on both sides of the aisle are addressing the unfolding crisis in Ukraine, it remains to be seen what the impact will be come November, said Kyle Kondik, political analyst and author of “The Bellwether: Why Ohio Picks the President.” “I don’t think what has happened thus far in Ukraine has changed the outlook for the midterms,” Kondik said.

The bulk of media attention both from Ohio and national news outlets is focusing on the race to replace Portman, who has declined to seek reelection. Portman has endorsed Republican Jane Timken, who currently trails former Ohio Treasurer Josh Mandel and Cleveland banker Mike Gibbons. “I think Gibbons has emerged as a real threat to win the nomination,” Kondik said.

In a Feb. 22 statement, Gibbons, who grew up in Parma, said, “Russia’s invasion of Ukraine is an unacceptable act of unprovoked aggression and must elicit consequences from the international community. Russia should be isolated politically and economically and face tough economic sanctions.”

A poll conducted from Feb. 25-26 by Emerson College and The Hill had Gibbons leading the GOP candidates with 22 percent. Mandel stood at second with almost 15 percent. J.D. Vance was at 7.7 percent and Jane Timken stood at 5.7 percent. Of “likely voters,” nearly 40 percent of registered Republicans polled said they were undecided.

On the Democratic side, Tim Ryan led with 51 percent, followed by Traci Johnson at 8.6 percent, LaShondra Tinsley at 5.1 percent and Morgan Harper at 3.7 percent. Of “likely voters,” over 50 percent of registered Democrats polled said they were undecided.

When Portman successfully won the Senate race in 2016, he ran a “sophisticated operation,” Kondik said, which included the use of Ukrainian-language advertisements in Northeast Ohio markets.

Could the war and the political response be a critical issue in the field of candidates angling to replace Portman and in other races? Kondik isn’t convinced.

“I just don’t know much of a voting issue for a critical mass of people, even people who may have some sort of Ukrainian lineage,” he said. “I don’t see much of an impact at this point.”

With the war in its fourth week, however, and the outcome far from clear, everything remains in flux, Kondik added. “With the war getting so much attention and being so horrible, and likely to get worse, you just wonder what that impact will be.”

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Sts. Peter and Paul Ukrainian Orthodox Church in Youngstown

IMAGES COURTESY OF ST. ANNE UKRAINIAN CATHOLIC CHURCH, HOLY TRINITY UKRAINIAN CATHOLIC CHURCH

St. Anne Ukrainian Catholic Church (left) and Holy Trinity and are the spiritual home to approximately 70 families each.

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The Russian invasion of Ukraine in 2022.

INTERVIEW, From Page 7 an assault on God himself.

This assault, make no mistake, that assaulting, assaulting every human being, Ukrainian or American, whoever, is an assault on God himself because we, all of us human beings, bear God’s image.

It’s very important to realize that we need to put aside all of these economic fears and come together as civilized nations and help Ukraine right now, a nation that needs help, and show to Russia that this will not pass by the civilized people’s eyes. You cannot do that. He doesn’t have right to do that. God did not give him the right to assault a neighboring nation.

I’m going to speak as a Ukrainian Catholic priest. We need to remember, my friends, one very important thing, that whatever power people grab here on Earth will come one day to an end. And that’s going to happen with the moment of our death, rich or poor, American, Ukrainian, doesn’t matter. There’s going to come a moment of death when our dead bodies will be lying in state, wherever, in the coffins, and our souls will be before God’s tribunal.

And our Lord will ask us how we acted, what we what did we do? Because, again, whatever we do to other people, we do it to God himself. This is how serious this is.

So I wish, as a Christian, I wish President Putin and his circle, unfortunately, I will refer to them as criminal circle. They are criminals. I’m saying this not because of a lack of charity. I’m saying this as stating the fact. They are international criminals that need to be stopped, and they need to be held accountable for their actions. This will not pass by the eyes of the Lord, first of all, and the eyes of the world.

I, as a Christian, in as much as it is hard for me to do, do forgive them, and I’m asking them to stop it before it is too late.

Before it is too late, because what’s at stake is their eternity. I would not wish eternity in hell to anybody, Putin included, and his circle.

But if he chooses that path and God, of course, will decide. I’m not going to play God here, but I’m just saying that if he doesn’t convert, if he doesn’t stop this bloodshed, the slaughtering of his neighboring people, one day could be too late.

I am telling you things that I believe through my faith are real, that life is not a joke. And I do hope that they will stop and then they will realize that what they’ve been doing was gravely, sinfully, gravely sinfully wrong.

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Oral history details Ukrainian enclave on Youngstown’s West End

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en years before Russian tanks rolled across the Ukrainian frontier, 93-yearold area resident Harry Nachim shared his impressions of the bustling neighborhood that once surrounded Holy Trinity Ukrainian Catholic Church in Youngstown’s Arlington Heights District.

Nachim, a retired steelworker and World War II veteran, described solemn religious ceremonies and raucous political rallies, while chronicling the spirit of cooperation that bound together a neighborhood which reflected the city’s ethnic and racial diversity.

The interview, which occurred on Feb. 10, 2012, was planned as part of a larger oral-history project encouraged by the Ethnic Heritage Society, an organization then headquartered at Holy Apostles—Sts. Peter and Paul Roman Catholic Church, just a block north of Holy Trinity.

Two days after my conversation with Harry Nachim, however, I was swept up in a family tragedy that forced me to abandon the project. Hence, a recording of the interview sat, undisturbed, in a business envelope for the next decade.

Then, on the heels of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in late February, Mark C. Peyko, editor of the Metro Monthly, contacted me with an unexpected request for any information that I might have on the local Ukrainian-American community. My mind turned instantly to that long-ago interview.

While Harry Nachim passed away in April 2017, I was pleased to learn that his wife, Charlotte, 10 years his junior, is alive and well. What follows is a brief overview of her late husband’s impressions of a district once known as Youngstown’s “West End.” Today, little remains of the neighborhood he described, beyond a clutch of Catholic and Baptist churches, each of which served as the centerpiece of a densely populated residential area.

Like most good storytellers, Nachim started at the beginning. He explained that his father, Nicholas “Nick” Nachim, was born in 1893, in the tiny village of Lipa, which was then located in the sprawling Austro-Hungarian Empire. The elder Nachim’s journey to America was facilitated by his own father, who had left for New York in search of greater opportunities.

Harry Nachim indicated that his mother, Mary Kozak, was also born in Lipa, in 1895.

Yet, his parents did not meet until the early 1910s, when they worked together at the

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Ukrainian Choir ‘Boyan’ of Holy Trinity, Youngstown, 1930.

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Holy Trinity Ukrainian Catholic Church, West Rayen Avenue, in an undated photo.

American Linen Mills in Fulton, N.Y. Nicholas’s labor yielded a paltry 10 cents an hour; Mary earned even less.

After a brief courtship, the couple was married in Syracuse, N.Y., in 1914. Two years later, after the birth of their eldest child, Anne, they were briefly separated when Nick set out to search for better prospects. “My dad heard about Youngstown steel, where they were making 27 cents an hour,” Harry Nachim observed. “So, that was a big raise… and he said, ‘I’m leaving this joint.’”

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The industrial boomtown Nick Nachim encountered hosted a growing Ukrainian-American community. Since the arrival of the area’s first Ukrainian immigrant in the late 1880s, the community had witnessed a flurry of institution building, including the establishment of Holy Trinity Ukrainian Catholic Church in 1909. The church edifice was completed two years later.

Nick Nachim quickly discovered that jobs were abundant. “The same day he came here, he got hired at Republic Steel in downtown

Youngtown,” Harry Nachim said. “That’s the job he had till be retired [in 1962].”

By the time Harry Nachim was born in December 1918, his mother, father, and older sister were living in a rowhouse on the eastern end of downtown Youngstown, an immigrant enclave studded with low-end businesses. “[They had] everything…from clothing stores to raincoat [manufacturers] to pawnshops,” he recalled. “You would even find that they had an Isaly’s dairy store. So, you can see how far back that goes.”

In 1925, when Nachim was about six years old, his younger brother, Ted, was born, and the family began to look around for more spacious lodgings. They eventually settled in an apartment in the brick hall that still stands across the street from Holy Trinity.

The structure, which currently serves as Holy Trinity’s parish social hall, was then owned by a Ukrainian-American mutual aid society called Narodna Dopomoho (“People’s Aid”).

The social hall was a landmark in what had become a thriving ethnic neighborhood.

“They had a cluster of houses right next to the hall, on the lefthand side, facing the hall,” Nachim observed. “They had mostly Ukrainian families [living there]…. They all belonged to the church.” Intermixed with the district’s large Ukrainian-American population were dozens of Croatian-American families, most of whom worshipped at nearby Sts. Peter and Paul Roman Catholic Church.

The neighborhood’s multiethnic character notwithstanding, Nachim found plenty of evidence that pointed to its markedly different past. He indicated that West Rayen Avenue (now Martin Luther King, Jr., Boulevard) was lined with the aging mansions of the city’s old Anglo-American elite.

“At that time, it seems like…that neighborhood was converting,” he explained.

“They had the original Youngstowners still living there.”

His nearest neighbors included once-prominent figures like J.W. Parkman, a retired transportation magnate whose carriages and teams of horses were maintained in stables that were located at the back of his property.

As a paperboy, Nachim occasionally entered the more impressive houses along his route, and he was especially drawn to a stately home at the corner of North Avenue and West Rayen Avenue. “When I went into the house, there was a portrait on the righthand side [of the vestibule], and… it stayed with my memory,” he said. “It See ORAL HISTORY, Page 11

MAHONING VALLEY ORAL HISTORY, From Page 10 looked like a Civil War officer, and he had to be highranking, with a portrait of that size.”

His curiosity was also aroused by the tumultuous politics of the era. Indeed, his family’s residence in the social hall gave him a frontrow seat to the radical political movements that flourished in the late 1920s and early ’30s.

“There were a lot of political things going on there that…as a young boy, I didn’t quite understand,” he explained. In the summer of 1927, the inquisitive eight-year-old picked up a “Save Sacco and Vanzetti” button at an event organized to protest the imminent execution of two Italian-born anarchists who had been accused of killing a guard and paymaster during a 1920 robbery in Braintree, Mass.

Widespread perceptions that Nicolo Sacco and Bartolomeo Vanzetti had received an unfair trial because of their ethnic background and political beliefs transformed the case into an international cause célèbre. “I wish I had kept that button, which is valuable today,” Nachim observed, ruefully.

He pointed out that the fraternal organization that owned the hall made it available to any party willing to pay the rent.

“They had the communists there,” Nachim recalled. “I’ll never forget it. The communists were organizing a trip to Washington [D.C.] for a protest. [in 1931]…. They were Black; they were white; they were all colors…. There was no discrimination…. I would say that there were so many of them [that] they were from Belmont [Avenue] almost to the hall, just lined up, trucks, cars, walking, [carrying] signs, singing.”

One of the songs the crowd sang as they departed for Washington was titled, “We’ll Hang Herbert Hoover on the Sour Apple Tree.” Other protesters sang the socialist anthem, “The Internationale.” “I liked that tune, but…that would be about it,” Nachim snapped.

Despite the era’s fractious political climate, the atmosphere of the Nachim family household was informed by their observance of religious traditions. “Our holidays were different than the Latin Rite,” he explained. “Jan. 7 was our Christmas, [and] we all had to go to church. What made it difficult for us… was explaining to the other children why it was Christmas. That was the tough part.”

Every Christmas Eve, the Nachim family would gather with a few Ukrainian-American neighbors for a 12-dish meatless dinner known as Sviata Vecheria. “What they would do [was], they would get straw and put it on the floor, like the manger at the birth of Christ,” Nachim recalled. “We’d have the

Ten years before Russian tanks rolled across the Ukrainian frontier, 93-year-old area resident Harry Nachim shared his impressions of the bustling neighborhood that once surrounded Holy Trinity Ukrainian Catholic Church in Youngstown’s Arlington Heights District.

IMAGE COURTESY OF CHARLOTTE NACHIM

Nicholas and Mary (Kozak) Nachim with daughter, Anne, and Harry around 1919.

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Harry Nachim after enlisting in the U.S. Army shortly before World War II

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Harry and Charlotte (Bielak) Nachim in their wedding portrait from 1958.

feast that you were allowed to eat…. They had the nuts, all the puddings…and…the soup was made out of mushrooms.”

Afterward, the small group gathered to sing traditional Ukrainian Christmas carols, and one neighbor, a Mr. Forman, routinely broke out the “spirits.” “I thought he’d give me a sample, but he didn’t,” Nachim complained.

He stressed that commitments like religious tithing were maintained even during the hard years of the Great Depression.

“They insisted on us, on Sunday, to give a dime [to the church],” Nachim noted. “All it took to go to a movie was 10 cents. I didn’t have that choice about what I was going to do with that dime. It was going to go to the church…. Forget about the movie.”

The youth also attended Sunday school at Holy Trinity, until he unwittingly angered the pastor, Father Vladimir Dowhovich. When another student hoisted a paper airplane during catechism class, Father Dowhovich mistakenly identified Nachim as the culprit. “Well, I never did that,” Nachim insisted. “So, the next thing you know, planes started flying again, and the class was disrupted.”

The pastor blamed Nachim for the episode and scheduled a meeting with his father. “So, my father said, ‘Expel him,’” he recalled. “Well, that was the worst thing he could have done, because I got my religious classes at home—and they were strict. But it was a case of the unwritten rule: ‘You don’t stool.’ I wouldn’t tell on who’d done it…so I took the blame.”

Later, he received catechism lessons from another pastor, Father John Zabawa, who feigned ignorance and asked for the boy’s assistance when writing about religious topics. “He’d come over to me and say: ‘Harry, I need help…. My writing is bad…. I’ll tell you about it, and you write it for me,’” Nachim explained. “Well, it was often, so he was testing me that way…. I knew it.”

After providing a series of acceptable written responses, Nachim received the Sacrament of Confession. The following Sunday, Father Zabawa gave him Holy Communion.”

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DeWine’s Office lists resources for assisting Ukraine’s humanitarian crisis Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine’s Office is O offering tips and resources to Ohiohio Gov. Mike DeWine’s Office is offering tips and resources to Ohioans looking to assist the humanitarian crisis in Ukraine. A group of organizations with positive reputations is included below, but the list is not inclusive. Those looking to donate should reach out directly to individual organizations.

DeWine’s Office is not coordinating donations. The list of charities is not an endorsement nor are they affiliated with the Governor’s Office. n Fund to Aid Ukraine – Established in 1990, the fund has helped provide medical supplies to Ukraine, support refugees, assist orphanages and help victims of Chernobyl. www.fundforukraine.org. n Direct Relief – Works in the United States and internationally to equip doctors and nurses with life-saving medical resources to care for the world’s most-vulnerable people. www. directrelief.org n Mercy Corps – This organization is assessing humanitarian needs in Ukraine and the region. They anticipate providing emergency cash assistance and supporting local organizations. www.mercycorps.org. n International Medical Corps – The group is expanding its relief efforts in Ukraine and in neighboring countries, to provide medical, mental health and protection services to the millions of people affected by the conflict, including refugees. internationalmedicalcorps.org. n Save the Children – Donations to Save the Children can help provide children and families with immediate aid, such as food, water, hygiene kits, psychosocial support and cash assistance. www.savethechildren.org n International Committee for the Red Cross and the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies – These Red Cross organizations are working together to relieve the humanitarian crisis in Ukraine and neighboring countries where refugees are fleeing. International Committee for the Red Cross: www.icrc.org/en/donate/ukraine.

International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies: www.ifrc.org/emergency/ ukraine-and-impacted-countries.

ans looking to assist the humanitarian crisis in Ukraine. A group of organizations with positive reputations is included, but the list is not inclusive.

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Fund to Aid Ukraine: Established in 1990, the organization has helped provide medical supplies to Ukraine, support refugees, assist orphanages and help victims of Chernobyl. Website: www.fundforukraine.org To help ensure donations are used as intended, donors should check requests before contributing. For example: n Don’t rely on a group’s name alone. Many sham charities have names that sound real. n Don't assume a charity recommendation you find online has been vetted, even if it’s posted by someone you know. Check it out yourself. n Research charities using the Ohio Attorney General's Office and other resources. n Check an organization’s IRS Form 990, which is typically available on GuideStar, to find program descriptions, expenses, and other details.

GuideStar: www.guidestar.org. n Determine how you can best help. For example, a charity may prefer monetary donations rather than donated goods. Similarly, if you want

to set up a fundraiser for a specific group, contact the organization in advance to determine how you can properly collect donations. n Be aware that some calls come from for-profit companies that are paid to collect donations. If you ask, these professional solicitors must tell you how much of your donation will go to the charity. They also are required to identify themselves. n When evaluating crowdfunding or online fundraising campaigns set up to help those impacted by the conflict, keep additional considerations in mind. For example: n Determine which campaigns are supported by those close to the tragedy and which haven’t been vetted. In some cases, the person who sets up an online fundraiser may not have

permission to do so or may not use the funds as promised. n Find out how your money will be used. For example, will it be used for a specific person or family, or will it be used for the greater community? Keep in mind that that giving money to an individual is different from donating to a charity.

Your donation may not be tax deductible. Also determine whether you will be charged any fees for making the donation and what percentage of your donation will go to the cause itself. n Determine what the website will do (if anything) with your personal information. Be wary of websites that do not provide a privacy policy.

Also, make sure the site is secure before entering your payment information or other sensitive details. Look for the "https" in the web address; the "s" indicates that it’s secure.

Signs of a potential charity scam: n High-pressure tactics. n No details about how contributions will be used. n No written information about the charity, its mission, or how it operates. n Requests for payment to an individual, rather than an organization. n Someone who offers to pick up donations immediately. n Requests for donations via cash or gift card. n Callers who ask for donations but don't identify themselves and won’t provide written information about the cause.

This media release was prepared by Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine’s Office.

Find additional coverage of the Ukrainian war on Metro Monthly’s YouTube channel As part of Metro Monthly’s coverage on the war in Ukraine, we spent a few days interviewing local Ukrainians about their thoughts and concerns. We spoke with the Rev. Lubomir Zhybak, administrator of Holy Trinity Ukrainian Catholic Church (Youngstown) and St. Anne Ukrainian Catholic Church (Austintown). We also interviewed Holy Trinity pyrohy kitchen volunteers and a group of anti-war protesters in downtown Youngstown.

The interviews occurred Feb. 25 and March 1, 2022. Interviews were conducted by Mark C. Peyko. Videography was by Ron Flaviano. Sean T. Posey assisted with the Zhybak interview. All videos are available on Metro Monthly’s YouTube channel.

For additional coverage of the war in Ukraine, visit metromonthly.net.

n Rev. Lubomir Zhybak – Youngstown Ukrainians Respond to War – Rev. Lubomir Zhybak, administrator of Holy Trinity (Youngstown) and St. Anne Ukrainian Catholic Church (Austintown), discusses the moral implications of the war in Ukraine. Interview by Mark C. Peyko.

Videography by Ron Flaviano. Interview date: March 1, 2022. Video 1 or 3.

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n Holy Trinity Pyrohy Kitchen Volunteers – Youngstown Ukrainians Respond to War. Volunteers at Holy Trinity Ukrainian Catholic Church in Youngstown discuss the war in Ukraine. Interviews by Mark C. Peyko. Videography by Ron Flaviano. Interview date: March 1, 2022. Video 2 of 3.

n War in Ukraine: Youngstown Peace Vigil Organizes, Holds First Rally Downtown – Youngstown Peace Vigil held its first rally on Feb. 25 in downtown Youngstown. Interviews

by Mark C. Peyko. Videography by Ron Flaviano.

Interview date: Feb. 25, 2022. Video 3 of 3.

MAHONING VALLEY ORAL HISTORY, From Page 11 By the early 1930s, members of Nachim’s extended family had relocated to Youngstown, and he met with them after weekly religious services. “It seemed like when they came to church, they all visited together,” he recalled. “It was interesting, because they all talked about their homeland.”

Their conversations often focused on the draconian policies of the Soviet Union. “Most of them were talking about the famine in Russia…and they were saying how awful it was,” he observed. “Most of them…were from the Polish side [of the border]. The Ukrainians were dominated by the Polish, politically… and they lived there [in Poland], and they said: ‘It’s a good thing that our family lives there. They’re not affected by the famine.”

The origins of the famine struck them as mysterious. “Now, why should they have a famine?” Nachim asked. “They couldn’t understand why…the breadbasket of Europe—Ukraine, itself—why should they have a famine there, of all places…when you have the richest soil, and it’s black and it’s fertile…. They couldn’t understand it. Then, they discovered it was manmade.”

Indeed, since 2008, the Holodomor, or “Terror-Famine,” which killed millions of ethnic Ukrainians between 1932 and 1933, has been recognized by more than a dozen nations as a catastrophe precipitated by the Soviet government’s confiscation of food supplies, restriction of population movement, and rejection of outside assistance.

While Nachim and his relatives may have counted their blessings, life was often difficult during the dark years of the Depression. He noted that a local grocer, William “Willy” Wilkoff, who extended credit to his customers, “kept that neighborhood alive during the Depression.”

Still, one Croatian-American neighbor was practically reduced to begging for bread. “He was a bachelor at the time, wasn’t working,” he stated. “I took over some soup we had left over…and when I took it over to him, he said, ‘Harry, Harry, I want kruhovi.’ Kruhovi is bread in Yugoslavian. So, I went home, and I said: ‘Mom, Vlatko wants bread. He’s hungry.’ She took what bread we had and cut it up and said, ‘Take it….’ How they [did] it was, everybody helped each other, in any way they could.”

During our long conversation, Harry Nachim discussed a range of topics. He described the excitement that attended “Ukrainian Day” at Idora Park, one of the few times of the year that local Ukrainian-Americans of various religious backgrounds got together.

He conveyed his feelings of accomplishment when he landed his first job at the Isaly’s dairy store on Youngstown’s Central Square, adding that his experiences there opened up a whole new culinary world. No less memorable to him was the celebrity he enjoyed after being held up at gunpoint at the Isaly’s store and getting his name in the Vindicator.

Drafted into the U.S. military during peacetime, Nachim found himself guarding the Panama Canal and battling the intense heat. Four months after the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor, which devastated America’s Pacific fleet, he witnessed something that he would never forget. “I saw the entire Atlantic fleet go through the canal to go to the Pacific—battle wagons, which I’d never seen before…like, destroyers, cruisers, air-craft carriers that took up to two days to go through the canal…after Pearl Harbor.”

Hesitant to discuss his combat experiences in North Africa and Italy, Nachim became more animated when the conversation turned to his years at Youngstown Sheet & Tube, which he evidently enjoyed.

“I ended up as a millwright, and also an electrician and a pipefitter,” he recalled. “I took all the courses that were given free.

So, I always felt that the Great Depression was going to happen again. The more I knew, the better off I was.”

He went on to describe his first meeting with future wife Charlotte Bielak on the floor of Canfield’s Parkview dancehall. Nachim recalled that the petite Polish-American from New Castle, Pa., was initially underwhelmed. “She didn’t like me,” he said. That situation had apparently changed by 1958, when the couple was married by Monsignor Leo Adamiak in a simple ceremony at Holy Trinity Ukrainian Catholic Church.

Most of all, however, Harry Nachim recalled the sacrifices that members of his community made to enhance the lives of others. When asked about his enduring commitment to Holy Trinity, he pointed out that he was one of the few people living who was personally acquainted with the church’s founding members.

He was especially close to Walter Sawchak, who donated the funds for Holy Trinity’s massive bell, which required two people to ring. “Every once in a while, one [person] wouldn’t show up, so Walter…would come and say, ‘Harry, come and help me,’” Nachim explained. “I used to go and ring that bell, not knowing that he paid for it…. He worked in the same mill my dad worked in.

For what he made every day, that was a huge fortune…to buy that bell.”

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VALLEY FOUNDATIONS & NONPROFITS Buster’s Brigade meets emergency needs of area dogs, cats B uster’s Brigade, an Austintown-based nonprofit organization, is committed to providing financial and material assistance for the basic and emergency needs of dogs and cats in Mahoning County and surrounding areas.

The goal of Buster’s Brigade is to work within the community to help BUSTER families keep their pets healthy and at home. The 501(c)3 organization received its tax-exempt status in 2018.

The organization’s board of directors include Jacquelyn LeViseur, president; Trish Collins, vice president; Rodd Coonce,

secretary; and Donna Sekman, treasurer.

Board members include Christopher Sekman and Dr. Jennifer Anderson, doctor of veterinary medicine.

Buster’s story From the organization: “Buster was a beautiful dog who was tragically misunderstood and, therefore, not given a chance at a happy life. At Buster’s Brigade, he is our inspiration to give every dog and cat in need a chance at that happy, healthy life.

Our mission is to supply community members with preventative medical care and food, in times of hardship, for their dogs and cats, as well as assist with rehoming when needed.

Buster reminds us to advocate for those who need help and to educate the public

on ways to get that help. He is our motivation to show that if we all work together, we can be the hearts that hug, the hands that seek to provide for and protect, and the voices who speak up for the dogs and cats in our community.”

The nonprofit’s mission is to help the community in the following areas: n The Buster’s Brigade pet food pantry focuses on making sure families who need temporary pet food assistance receive help through local food pantries associated with Second Harvest Food Bank. To date, Buster’s Brigade has donated 28,000 pounds of dog and cat food. n The organization works with families that can no longer keep their dogs or cats due to illness, age or financial constraints.

New robots to work with Potential Development students

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otential Development School for Students with Autism recently added some new members of the team to staff and students – Milo, Veda, Jemi and Carver.

The additions – state of the art, facially-expressive, assistive robots – are designed to support educators as they guide students with autism toward social-emotional mastery.

Six robots (two Milos, two Vedas, a Jemi and a Carver) will work with students in preschool through the sixth grade. Two of the six robots have non-white features, to reflect the diversity of the student population. More than 135 students will benefit from working with the robots.

The robots are capable of replicating most human facial expressions and speak, interact and move with students. Robots are equipped with educational modules that focus on core sets of social skills.

Each robot is designed with an embedded chest plate that displays vocabulary words and visual icons, beneficial for both verbal and non-verbal students. As students’ progress through the activities, they build on previous lessons, reinforce target behaviors and master social situations.

Modules cover how to calm down, hold a conversation, express emotions and manage specific situations.

Potential Development said Milo and his friends are advantageous in both classroom and therapy settings, and are effective tools in improving outcomes in social emotional learning, speech and oc-

To date, the group has helped 51 pets find new homes. n Buster’s Brigade continues to help pay veterinarian bills for pets whose owners cannot afford the treatment necessary to bring their pets back to health. Buster’s has helped 97 families with $38,000 in veterinarian expenses since its inception. n Through grants from Ohio Pet Fund, Buster’s Brigade has spayed or neutered 50 pets, in addition to its veterinarian program. n Buster’s Brigade continues to work within the community by providing resources to local law enforcement. In response to requests from local police departments, the organization has provided 14 microchip scanners, repaired kennels for two police departments, and built two additional kennels for a third police department. Buster’s has donated and continue to supply all necessary equipment needed for the kennels. n The organization has partnered with Youngstown State’s Pre-Veterinary Society to provide low-cost vaccine clinics twice a year. The clinics include free wellness exams by licensed veterinarians, low-cost tests and vaccines. The organization has serviced 438 dogs, cats, ferrets and rabbits.

Pet Clinic set for April 23

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The state of the art, facially-expressive, assistive robots are designed to support educators as they guide students with autism toward social-emotional mastery.

cupational therapies and behavior.

The purchases were made possible through donations from The Ward Beecher Foundation, The Florence Simon Beecher Foundation, The Walter E. & Caroline

Watson Foundation, Simon Roofing, Panera Bread, The Cafaro Foundation and PGA golfer Jason Kokrak.

For more information, visit www.potentialdevelopment.org.

he Marjorie Hartman Family Foundation Pet Clinic is scheduled for 10 a.m.2 p.m., Saturday, April 23 at YSU Lot M32, located at Adams and Walnuts streets in Youngstown. The event is hosted by the YSU Pre-Veterinary Society and Buster’s Brigade.

Licensed veterinarians will administer vaccines and do blood tests. All vaccines and services are cash only. All animals are welcome, but must be on a leash or in a carrier.

The following vaccines and tests will be available: n Rabies, $5. n Bordetella, $15. n Dog combo: distemper, adenovirus, parainfluenza, parvo and lepto, $15. n Cat combo: rhino, calici, panleukopenia, chlamydia and feline leukemia, $15. n Heartworm test, $10. n Fecal flotation, $5. n Microchip placement, $25. n FeLV/FIV, $10. n Nail cutting, free.

Buster’s Brigade, P.O. Box 4050, Austintown, Ohio 44515. Email: info@bustersbrigade.org. Website: www.bustersbrigade.org. Faceboook: BustersBrigade.

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Glenwood Fresh Market seeks to offer healthy food options on South Side

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he long-vacant plaza at 2915 Glenwood Ave. is being given new life by the Youngstown Neighborhood Development Corporation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to neighborhood revitalization.

“The Glenwood Fresh Market is going to one of multiple storefronts,” says YNDC Neighborhood Stabilization Director Jack Daugherty. “That plaza used to be a daycare center and a soul food restaurant most

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recently, but it has been vacant for a good five years or so, and before that some of the storefronts were vacant for almost 20 years.”

Now, with the help of funding from federal block grants, the plaza will include the 1,200-square-foot Fresh Market as well as five other white box spaces available for rent.

Some sections of Youngstown can be considered food deserts, particularly in neighborhoods without a convenient supermarket. YNDC is doing its part to resolve this.

“Residents in this neighborhood, and in other neighborhoods throughout the city, want to see more access to fresh and healthy foods close by because not everybody has access to a car,” Daugherty says.

The Fresh Market will provide produce and healthy food options free of charge to individuals and families whose household income falls 200 percent below federal poverty guidelines. YNDC canvassed the neighborhoods adjacent to Glenwood, literally

Local COMMUNITY Nonprofits OUTREACH knocking on more than 700 doors, asking residents what they most wanted to see near them. The overwhelming response was access to healthy foods. This was the primary motivation for creating the Fresh Market.

Since 2017 YNDC has partnered with numerous government and private organizations on various neighborhood projects.

Renovations at the Glenwood plaza are the latest effort to provide a unique and needed service in the area. “The Fresh Market is really the only place like it on Glenwood avenue,” Daugherty says. Produce is being bought from local distributors and local farmers, further helping the Youngstown area economy. “The Market is going to hold as much locally sourced produce as we can get in the space,” he adds.

In addition, managers are hoping to stock other household necessities. And there are plans to coordinate the produce in the Fresh Market with YNDC sponsored cooking classes.

Even though supply chain problems have delayed construction, the Market was slated to open at the end of March. It is hoped that the Fresh Market and its associated rental spaces will provided jobs in the area as well.

Glenwood Fresh Market is only one of numerous projects undertaken by YNDC in the last several years. These include restorations of nine commercial buildings along the Glenwood corridor, renovation of a former Rescue Mission building into the Glenwood Business Center, and over 160 houses throughout the city.

“All of our neighborhood corridors struggle with vacant buildings and structures,” Daugherty says. “If the opportunity presented itself, if we could bring them back to life, we would like to see that happen.”

Because the Fresh Market needs to verify financial need, membership is required to take advantage of its free offerings. Anyone currently receiving S.N.A.P. benefits is eligible. “Membership is required only because we have to qualify folks for the program so they can start shopping from day one,” Daugherty says. YNDC is taking advanced appointments. Early registration began in January and is ongoing. People who have questions or are interested in a membership should call 330-333-3561 or email Glenwood Fresh Market Manager Susan Payton at spayton&yndc.org. Applicants need only provide a photo I.D.

VALLEY FOUNDATIONS & NONPROFITS Scrappers partner with Down Syndrome Association n The Scrappers have partnered with the Down Syndrome Association of the Valley to create a specialty jersey that the Scrappers players will wear for Down Syndrome Awareness Night on Friday, July 22 against the State College Spikes. Game-worn jerseys will be auctioned off in person at the game and also online at mvscrappers.com and LiveSource. Jersey proceeds will benefit the Down Syndrome Association of the Valley. “The Down Syndrome Association of the Valley truly values its partnership with the Mahoning Valley Scrappers and appreciates the support and generosity that they provide not only to nonprofits such as ours, but to the entire community”, said Michele Jones, president and co-founder. “Our goal at DSAV is to create opportunities in which individuals with Down syndrome can actively participate in society and reach their full potential.

The Scrappers’ community minded reach ensures that individuals with Down syndrome are included in the local community and in fact, even feature them. This type of generosity gives wings to the dreams of individuals with Down syndrome and their families across the region.” The Mahoning Valley Scrappers are set to open the 2022 season at Eastwood Field on Thursday, June 2 against the West Virginia Black Bears. For more information, visit mvscrappers.com or contact the front office at 330-505-0000.

Strudel sale to benefit Ukrainian orphans

n Sts. Peter and Paul Ukrainian Orthodox Church in Youngstown is announcing a Mission Strudel Sale to benefit Ukrainian orphans who have been relocated to Poland.

Strudel varieties include: large apple or cherry strudel, $9 and large cherry with cheese strudel, $10. Orders should be placed by Tuesday, April 5. Pickup is from 10 a.m.-noon on Saturday, April 9 at the Orthodox Cultural Center 1025 N. Belle Vista Ave., Youngstown 44509. Masks are required during pickup. Call 330-7926699 or 330-799-7911 to order. The church is also accepting monetary donations which will benefit the children directly.

Kent helps expand Peace Officer Training Academy n The Ohio Attorney General recently announced Kent State University and its College of Applied and Technical Studies joins four other regional partners to form “OPOTA Close to Home,” a collaboration that extends the reach of Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy training for Ohio’s law enforcement officers. According to an Ohio Attorney General press release,

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Annual garage sale set for April 22-24 n Angels for Animals will hosts its 28th annual Garage Sale from April 22-24 at the Canfield Fairgrounds, 7265 Columbiana-Canfield Road, Canfield.

The sale includes books, toys, small appliances, antiques, clothing, glassware, jewelry, furniture, linens, tools, outdoor items and more. No pets, strollers, carts or wagons are permitted in the buildings.

Donations will be accepted from 9 a.m.-4 p.m., April 16 and 18 at the Canfield Fairgrounds. To drop off items in person, enter through the main gate on state Route 46 and follow the signs. Call Robin at 330-549-1111, extension 146 for pickups. Items not accepted: TVs, computers, sofa beds, safes, encyclopedias, tires, Christmas trees, mattresses and box springs.

Volunteers needed: Call Diane 330-502-5352 or Robin 330-506-2839. n Friday, April 22 – Friday early bird, 9 a.m.-noon, $10; noon-5 p.m., $2. n Saturday, April 23 – 11 a.m.-5 p.m., $2. n Sunday, April 24 – 10 a.m.-2 p.m., free admission. Most items 50% off. 2:15-4 p.m.: all-you-can take (until 4 p.m.), $10.

“OPOTA Close to Home” reduces costs for law enforcement agencies, enabling them to avoid staffing shortages and reduce costs of overnight stays. Regional training partners will schedule and provide OPOTA advanced training courses to current police officers and anyone who has completed OPOTA Basic Training with a certificate. Kent State University will utilize all its regional campuses (Ashtabula, Geauga, Kent, Salem, Stark, Trumbull, Tuscarawas, and Twinsburg) and regional law enforcement partners who have specialized facilities such as firearms ranges. The other regional partners are Clark State College (Springfield), Hocking College (Nelsonville), Great Oaks Career Campuses (Cincinnati), and Lorain County Community College (Elyria). According to the release, OPOTA’s main academy and Tactical Training Center in London will also continue to provide advanced training. Jim Willock, director, Kent State Police Academy, looks forward to this new role and knows it can advance some of the work the academy has started. “Last fall, we began holding community conversations to examine relationships between our community and police departments in Trumbull County,” Willock said. “We are examining and adding new training that could make us a model for Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI), and Community Policing Programming.” One of Kent State Trumbull Police Academy’s current instructors, Guy Burney, works with the Community Initiative to Reduce

Violence in Youngstown and is developing DEI training to familiarize cadets with the culture of poverty, better equipping them to work with people in the community. Vince Peterson, Officer In Charge, Intensive Supervision Probation, Trumbull County Adult Probation Department, has developed training interacting specifically with black males and engagement with underserved populations. Willock is also working with the Jewish Federation of Cleveland, Youngstown Area Jewish Federation, and others, along with the What You Do Matters Institute in Gilbert, Ariz., to pilot a robust curriculum to ensure the core values of democracy are upheld in the future. “Law Enforcement and Society: The Lessons of the Holocaust” is training for law enforcement leaders emphasizing ethical leadership in law enforcement. For more information about Kent State’s Police Academy, visit https://www.kent. edu/policeacademy.

Art performance to honor area’s recently deceased n The artist collaborative Redhand is announcing an outdoor art performance event honoring family and friends in the Mahoning Valley who have passed away during the past three years. Witness V, Clothesline Mahoning will occur 4-6 p.m., May 21-22 at the green space between Warren City Hall and the Kinsman House, just west of the Women’s Park.

Redhand is a local installation and

performance art group consisting of core member artist/art educators, William Barron, Ed Hallahan and Dennis Ryan. Good quality photographs of family and friends from the Mahoning Valley who have died within the past three years can be hand delivered to the Trumbull Art Gallery, 158 N. Park Ave., Warren, Ohio 44481 from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. on Saturday, April 2, 9 and 16. The artists of Redhand will be there to meet visitors. Photos will be scanned and given back.

For questions or more information, email Ed Hallahan at redhandeded@ sbcglobal.net.

YWCA accepting entries for 40th annual art show

n YWCA Mahoning Valley is accepting entries for its 40th Annual Women Artists: A Celebration! Art Show. The hybrid show will be held from June 24 to July 22 at YWCA’s Youngstown location at 25 W. Rayen Ave. and online at ywcamahoningvalley.org/women-artists. Entry forms for women artists and young women artists ages 14 to 17 are available on the YWCA website at ywcamahoningvalley.org/women-artists. Entries are due by April 11. The exhibition showcases work by local, regional, and national women artists. The juried show features all media, including paintings, drawings, photographs, fiber art, sculpture, ceramics, jewelry, videography, and metal work. Jenn Crisan, contemporary abstract artist, will serve as the juror for the 2022 show. Returning for a fifth time is the juried show for young women ages 14 to 17 from Mahoning and Trumbull counties. The show will feature 17 works selected by jurors from the YWCA Women Artists Committee, and will run in conjunction with the Women Artists show. Two-dimensional work is eligible for the 17 Under 17 show. A ticketed Celebration Party will be held 6-9 p.m., Friday, July 8 at the YWCA. Proceeds benefit YWCA Housing Programs. For more information, contact Michaela at mwrite@mvywca. org or 330-746-6361 ext. 109.

Art therapy for Heritage Manor dementia residents

Heritage Manor Rehabilitation & Retirement Community, a component of Senior Living by Youngstown Area Jewish Federation, is partnering with Dr. Tiffany Hughes and Youngstown State University students for Opening Minds through Art (OMA). The program aims to help participants living with dementia by using art therapy through modern nonrepresentational art using professional techniques and materials.

The students receive one class credit.

Heritage Manor will hold an art show in April to display the work created

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and to thank volunteers. The program was founded by Miami University.

Heritage Manor Rehabilitation & Retirement Community is rated a five-star skilled nursing facility by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. As well as skilled nursing, Heritage Manor offers short term care, including all types of physical, occupational, and speech therapy. It provides an adult day services program and is a Veterans Administration approved provider of long term care in Mahoning County. It is part of the continuum of care offered by Senior Living by Youngstown Area Jewish Federation.

McKinley Memorial Library to host organizational fair n The McKinley Memorial Library will host a Community Connections Fair 1-4 p.m., Saturday, April 23 at the Niles Wellness Center, 213 Sharkey Drive in Niles. The afternoon is dedicated to highlighting local organizations and all of the resources they provide to the community. Free bags will be given to the first 100 attendees, and the library will be raffling library swag. For a list of participating organizations, visit: https://mcklib. org/Community-Connections-Fair.

Opera Western Reserve recognizes recent donors

n Opera Western Reserve acknowledges the many donations it received in support of its agency fund and especially a $5,000 donation from the DeSalvo Construction Co. The Arnett Family Fund, a fund of the Community Foundation of the Mahoning Valley, agreed to match donations to other CFMV agency funds. Opera Western Reserve succeeded in achieving the maximum match for its agency fund. OWR thanks the Arnett Family Fund for its foresight in supporting the future of arts and social service non-profit organizations in the Mahoning Valley.

For its 2022 season, Opera Western Reserve presents Giacomo Puccini‘s opera “La Bohème.” The opera tells the story of friends and lovers who are artists, writers, and musicians struggling to live and create their art in 1800s Paris. “La Boheme” contains some of opera’s best loved music and has remained popular with audiences since it was written. “La Bohème” will be presented live on Nov. 11, 2022 in the historic Stambaugh Auditorium Concert Hall in Youngstown.

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VALLEY FOUNDATIONS & NONPROFITS The Community Foundation of the Mahoning Valley 201 E. Commerce St., Suite 150, Youngstown, Ohio 44503. 330-743-5555. www.cfmv.org Shari Harrell, President Mission and History – In 1999, five area trust companies and community partners created the Community Foundation of the Mahoning Valley as a public charity to address charitable and philanthropic needs across Mahoning and Trumbull Counties. The Community Foundation strives to be a leader and advocate for strategic philanthropy, partnering with donors to anchor a permanent and growing endowment and making investments in the Mahoning Valley that improve the quality of life for all residents. n Making Grant Investments – The Community Foundation and its family of funds have invested more than $35 million in hundreds of local charitable projects since 2001. Remaining grant deadlines for 2022 are April 1, July 1 and Oct. 1. Organizations that are tax-exempt under IRS 501(c)(3) or that operate under the fiscal sponsorship of a tax-exempt nonprofit are eligible for all grant opportunities under CFMV’s umbrella. A full listing of those grant opportunities, application forms and a helpful FAQ section can be found on the Apply for a Grant page at www. cfmv.org. n Creating Charitable Funds – CFMV works with donors individually to match them with the appropriate fund type and align their interests to community needs. This provides maximum flexibility so every donor and organization can reach their charitable goals. Funds can carry the name of the donor, family, company or someone the donor wishes to honor, and all grants are made in the name of the fund in perpetuity, helping to preserve and promote the legacy of those involved. n Convening the Healthy Community Partnership – Driven by the desire to have more grantmaking focus and impact, CFMV began in 2016 to convene groups across the Valley to talk about the health and well-being of our residents differently. Utilizing the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation’s “Roadmaps to Health” framework, a cross-sector partnership was created to improve the health outcomes of our community. Led by a community-based steering committee and supported by the Community Foundation, its affiliated foundations and outside funders, the Healthy Community Partnership is working to make the Mahoning Valley a place where all residents have the opportunity to live long, healthy, and fulfilling lives. More information is available on HCP’s website at www.hcpmahoningvalley.com.

– Submitted by The Community Foundation of the Mahoning Valley

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A rendering for the Youngstown Foundation Amphitheatre in downtown Youngstown.The riverfront facility opened in June 2019 and seats 4,800.

The William Swanston Charitable Fund

Supporting Organization of the Community Foundation of the Mahoning Valley 201 E. Commerce St. Suite 150, Youngstown, Ohio 44503. 330-743-5555. www.cfmv.org Ernest Brown, Board President Mission and History – The William Swanston Charitable Fund, established in 1919, is committed to supporting children in Mahoning and Trumbull counties who have experienced crises, including those who are/have been abused, neglected or dependent. The Swanston Fund is the legacy of William Swanston, a local farmer who cared about his community, especially the area’s children. Throughout its existence, the Fund has made investments in early childhood education, health and fitness initiatives, after-school programs, anti-bullying measures and many other efforts in support of local children.

Grantmaking – The remaining 2022 grant application deadlines for the Swanston Fund are April 1, July 1, and Oct. 1. Full details and the link to the online application, are available at www. cfmv.org.

Granting Priorities – The William Swanston Charitable Fund’s current request for proposals calls for innovative projects that prevent or reduce the risk factors that can create disparities, and that create opportunities for all children in Mahoning and Trumbull counties to thrive.

Proposals should address prevention and/or immediate needs, and priority will be given to programs and services in health and wellness, education and children’s services.

Target Population – The William Swanston Charitable Fund is interested in transforming the lives of Mahoning Valley children confronted with challenges to equitable opportunity. Research shows that children in the below demographics

have been most adversely impacted by societal neglect and community disinvestment over time, and are therefore the primary target for support from Swanston: n Low-income. n Non-Hispanic Black. n Hispanic. n Living in the cities of Youngstown and Warren, as well as a few select disinvested communities. n Children facing challenges based on their experience(s) with abuse, neglect, dependency and/or their experience with Children’s Welfare or Juvenile Justice systems.

The Trumbull Memorial Health Foundation Supporting Organization of the Community Foundation of the Mahoning Valley 201 E. Commerce St. Suite 150, Youngstown, Ohio 44503. 330-743-5555. www.cfmv.org Sarah Braun, Board President Mission and History – The Trumbull Memorial Health Foundation (TMHF) was originally a nonprofit restricted to the support of Trumbull Memorial Hospital. Following the hospital’s bankruptcy, the funds were released and are now used to support a broad range of healthcare services and healthcare education needs of Trumbull County residents.

Grantmaking – The remaining 2022 grant application deadlines for Trumbull Memorial Health Foundation are April 1, July 1 and Oct. 1. Full details and the link to the online application, are available at www.cfmv.org.

Granting Priorities – Reflecting its purpose of promoting the health and well-being of the residents of Trumbull County, Trumbull Memorial Health Foundation’s 2022 grantmaking will prioritize grants that align with one or more of the

below areas: n Innovative projects that address the current priorities identified by the 2020-2022 Trumbull County Combined Health District Community Health Improvement Plan – mental health and addiction, chronic disease, maternal and infant health. n Organizations and programs that address areas identified by issue-specific funds held by Trumbull Memorial Health Foundation: n Needs of cancer patients and/or their families. n Hospice services, care or education. n Diabetes care, including prevention programs and education. n Orthopedic care and/or support for patients including education.

Additional details on TMHF’s 2022 grantmaking can be found at www.cfmv.org.

Scholarships – Each year, TMHF provides scholarships for Trumbull County residents pursuing a health or medical-related degree or certification – including but not limited to, those in nursing, behavioral health and public health – from an accredited institution. While the 2022 scholarship cycle has closed, interested students should check the Community Foundation’s website in January of 2023 for the next opportunity to apply.

The Western Reserve Health Foundation

Supporting Organization of the Community Foundation of the Mahoning Valley 201 E. Commerce St. Suite 150, Youngstown, Ohio 44503. 330-743-5555. www.cfmv.org Phillip Dennison, CPA, Board President Mission and History – The Western Reserve Health Foundation (WRHF) was established in the 1980s as the fundraising arm of the Western Reserve Care System. With Forum Health’s bankruptcy, the foundation was reshaped with a broader mission to support healthcare needs across Mahoning County.

Grantmaking – The remaining 2022 grant application deadlines for Western Reserve Health Foundation are April 1, July 1, and October 1. Full details and the link to the online application, are available at www.cfmv.org.

Granting Priorities – Reflecting its purpose of promoting the health and well-being of the residents of Mahoning County, Western Reserve Health Foundation’s 2022 grantmaking will prioritize grants that align with one or more of the below areas: n Innovative projects that address the current priorities identified by the 2020-2022 Mahoning County Public Health Community Health Improvement Plan – mental health and addiction, chronic disease, maternal and infant health, social determinants of health, health equity. n Organizations and programs that address needs of cancer patients and/or their families.

Additional details on WRHF’s 2022 grantmaking can be found at www.cfmv.org.

– Submitted by The Community Foundation of the Mahoning Valley

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The Mercy Health Foundation Mahoning Valley 250 DeBartolo Place, Suite 2560, Boardman, Ohio 44512. 330-729-1189. www.foundation.mercy.com/youngstown Paul Homick, President

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he Mercy Health Foundation Mahoning Valley supports programs to better the health and wellbeing of our residents.

With an eye on the community, Mercy Health Foundation Mahoning Valley provides resources that target the specific needs of Mahoning Valley residents. “We recognize concerns around the pandemic, the opioid crisis, high infant mortality rate, patients who can’t afford their medications, and more,” says Paul Homick, President. In all, the Foundation provided more than $4,500,000 in 2021 in support of programs with the goal of improving the health of our communities.

To respond to urgent needs created by the Covid pandemic, the Foundation approved a $1,500,000 emergency grant for immediate impact. These funds made expanding Mercy Health’s ICU capacity, emergency department tents, conversion of an OR to negative pressure to accommodate surgery for COVID patients, an incubation station for babies born with COVID, and additional assistance for our Hispanic Health Program, Prescription Assistance Program and Resource Mothers Program possible.

Over a half-million dollars was allocated to address the ongoing opioid crisis. Among the projects the Foundation supports is a peer recovery coach program and an addictionology peer recovery coaches work with patients through all phases of their recovery.

The region’s infant mortality crisis continues to require the attention of our entire community. The Foundation supports programs that help at-risk families receive the care they need. The Resource Mothers program pairs young, first-time mothers with an experienced woman who is specifically trained to serve as a knowledgeable guide to firsttime moms. A Mercy Health fatherhood support program helps new and soon-to-be fathers learn how to best care for their children.

Centering Pregnancy brings women with comparable due dates together for group appointments with a knowledgeable healthcare provider. These group appointments, which are in addition to the women’s one-on-one appointments with their physicians, expand on topics women discuss with their doctors.

Mercy Health Foundation Mahoning Valley continues to support the meds-to bed project established in 2017, known as the Margaret Mary Siegfried Pharmacy Project. The program enables in-patients to receive up to one month’s supply of their prescription medications upon discharge.

Thanks to donor support, prescriptions can be provided regardless of a patient’s ability to pay.

“Providing free cancer screenings, access to diagnostic testing and care remain at the forefront of Mercy Health Foundation’s mission,” Homick explains. Prostate cancer screenings were provided through support from Mercy Health Foundation and Man Up Mahoning Valley, a component program of the foundation.

“Though the last year has presented many challenges, we are grateful for the opportunity

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The Raymond John Wean Foundation headquarters in downtown Warren to make a difference in the Mahoning Valley,” Homick says. “Thanks to the generosity of donors, we are able to continue programs that lift up the most vulnerable members of our community.

Most recently, the volunteer Board of Trustees approved funding for the following programs: $444,000 for the Dental Clinic and the mobile units, $337,000 for Hispanic Health, $414,000 for Resource Mothers, $224,000 for Centering Pregnancy, $217,000 for the Prescription Assistance Program, $226,000 for the Mobile Medical Clinic, $323,000 for the Stepping Out Exercise Program, $167,000 for Homecare Telehealth and a total of $560,000 for opioid initiatives.

We were also excited to bring back Panerathon after a year without, due to the pandemic. $215,000 was raised for the Joanie Abdu Comprehensive Breast Care Center (JACBCC) and Joanie’s Promise, the fund that ensures any Mahoning Valley resident in need of breast diagnostic services has access to the best care available, regardless of ability to pay.

“For the year ahead,” Homick says, “our goals are even more ambitious as we continue to address the specific needs of our community. It is the coming together as a community, for our families, neighbors and friends, that makes this work possible. Thank you!”

– Submitted by the Mercy Health Foundation

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147 W. Market St., Warren, Ohio 44481 330-394-5600. www.rjweanfdn.org Jennifer Roller, President

In 1949, enterprising industrialist Raymond John Wean established the Wean Foundation in Warren, Ohio, to serve the communities that contributed to his success in the flat-rolled steel industry. Three generations of the Wean family have worked toward that cause, with Gordon B. Wean currently serving as Chair of the Board of Directors.

The Wean Foundation is dedicated to community building that promotes a racially equitable future through a dynamic combination of grantmaking, capacity building and partnerships in the underresourced communities of Warren and Youngstown. With a focus on its vision of empowering residents in creating a healthy, vibrant, equitable and economically stable Mahoning Valley, the Wean Foundation – with assets of more than $90 million – distributed over $2.1 million in support last year within the strategic priorities of community revitalization, economic opportunity, educational opportunity and public sector leadership.

Committed to advancing racial equity and inclusion, the Foundation has provided Race Equity and Inclusion Training to the Mahoning Valley for the last five years, with over 600 community stakeholders -- representing diverse organizations and sectors -- having participated to date.

In 2021, the Foundation created Racial Equity Outcomes to focus its grantmaking, capacity building, convening and partnership operations.

Through the lens of race equity and inclusion, Community Investment grants are awarded to organizations whose leadership reflects the racial demographics of the communities in which they work. These grants fund viable solutions aligned with the Foundation’s values and strategic priorities, enhancing the quality of life in the Mahoning Valley. Over $1.7 million was awarded in 2021 through this program.

The Neighborhood SUCCESS Grants Program provides funding from $500 up to $5,000 in support of grassroots groups in Warren and Youngstown addressing resident-identified priorities. In 2021, over $71,000 was distributed to 18 organizations.

We See You grants are a new way for Wean staff to support community organizations, whose mission aligns with the Foundation’s values, by nominating and inviting them to apply for grants of up to $5,000 with the goal of forging connections with new and existing groups.

The Foundation continues to shape its Capacity Building Program with the intent of strengthening organizations operations, strategy and leadership with a focus on Black and Hispanic/ Latinx-led organizations.

The Emerging Leaders program, a collaborative learning and exchange in which cohort members leverage their identity and experiences to radically re-imagine leadership for a future where race no longer influences how people fare in society, boasts an alumni association consisting of 68 members. A new Emerging Leaders Alumni Gallery has been established to serve as a tool where alumni can inform others about the work that they do and their professional interests and passions. The goal is to make connections with other alumni, the Foundation and outside organizations that may present them with opportunities such as volunteering, speaking engagements, board memberships, jobs, etc.

As part of its Race Equity and Inclusion Strategic Direction: 2019-2023, the Foundation continues to reflect on its role and funding to learn and advance its Desired Racial Equity and Inclusion Outcomes.

To learn more, visit www.weanfoundation.org – Submitted by The Raymond John Wean Foundation

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VALLEY FOUNDATIONS & NONPROFITS Youngstown Area Jewish Federation

The Youngstown State University Foundation

505 Gypsy Lane, Youngstown, Ohio 44504 330-746-3250. www.jewishyoungstown.org Andrew Liplin, CEO

655 Wick Ave., Youngstown, Ohio 44502 330-941-3211. www.ysufoundation.org Paul J. McFadden, President

Mission: The mission of the Youngstown Area Jewish Federation is to sustain and enrich the quality of life for the Jewish people regionally, in Israel and worldwide. It’s guided by the values of tzedakah (righteousness), klal yisrael (the responsibility of each Jew for another), dor l’dor (the continuity of the Jewish people), and tikkun olam (repairing the world).

To accomplish this mission, the Federation: n Identifies and addresses needs through the coordination and provision of services by the Federation and its agencies, and in partnership with Jewish organization and congregations. n Perpetuates Jewish values through education, leadership development, and involvement in Jewish activities. n Fosters a sense of unity in the Jewish community. n Promotes and protects the civic, economic, and religious rights of the Jewish people. n Raises and allocates funds.

History: In 1935, a group of men and women began discussing a way to support the needs of Jews locally and overseas. In August 1935 the Jewish Federation of Youngstown was established. Over the years departments were created to meet the needs of various segments of the Jewish community. In 1981, the Federation merged with the communities of Warren, Ohio and Sharon, Pa., to form the Youngstown Area Jewish Federation. Today the Youngstown Area Jewish Federation is the central organization established to foster the welfare of the entire Jewish community. It coordinates and plans for the future of the community and plays an instrumental role in providing for the social welfare, cultural, programmatic, recreational, and fundraising needs of our region. In addition, through the Combined Jewish Appeals Annual Campaign, the Youngstown Area Jewish Federation provides for the needs of Jews around the world and in Israel.

The Federation is the umbrella organization for several agencies.

Jewish Community Center of Youngstown: The JCC offers social, cultural, educational, and recreational programs in a Jewish environment.

The Main Campus on Gypsy Lane houses a stateof-the-art fitness center; an indoor heated pool; a gymnasium; deluxe health club with sauna, steam, and whirlpool; outdoor pickleball courts; a large pavilion; studios for dance, theater, and visual arts; an Early Learning Center; and more.

The Logan Campus on Logan Way includes outdoor pool, tennis courts, sand volleyball courts, a pavilion and event spaces.

Jewish Family & Community Services: JFCS meets the social service needs of the community through diverse programs and services including guardianships, counseling, senior outreach and home-delivered meals.

Jewish Community Relations Council: The JCRC represents the Jewish communities of the Mahoning and Shenango valleys. It works to protect, preserve, and promote a just, democratic, and pluralistic American society and to safeguard the rights of Jews here, in Israel and around the world. It provides Holocaust education to mem-

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When the private Youngstown College was making the transition to the public Youngstown State University, Dr. Howard Jones sought to protect the college’s private endowments. Thus, the Youngstown Educational Foundation was established, a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization. bers of the greater community, represents the Jewish community’s interests in Washington, D.C.; Columbus; and Harrisburg, and has a deep commitment to combating antisemitism, injustice and discrimination.

Senior Living by Youngstown Area Jewish Federation: Senior Living by Youngstown Area Jewish Federation offers a continuum of care including assisted living, adult day services, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation. It includes Heritage Manor Rehabilitation & Retirement Community, Levy Gardens Assisted Living and Adult Day Services. Heritage Manor is rated as a five star nursing facility by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and is the only Veterans Administration approved provider of long-term care in Mahoning County. It offers both long and short-term care. The Adult Day Services program is Veterans Administration approved. Each individual’s unique needs are addressed through individualized care plans that include a variety of services in a supervised, structured environment.

Levy Gardens tenants have on-site support for daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and medication management, while maintaining their independence.

In addition, the Federation supports a number of local, regional, and national organizations.

– Submitted by the Youngstown Area Jewish Federation

The Youngstown Foundation 100 Federal Plaza East, Suite 101, Youngstown, Ohio 44503.

330-744-0320. www.youngstownfoundation.org Lynnette Forde, President

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stablished in 1918, The Youngstown Foundation is a place of connection, where generosity and community action meet to create powerful improvements on the quality of life.

We connect inspired people to causes they care about most, make grants to strengthen effective nonprofits, and provide leadership on key community issues to make the city of Youngstown and its surrounding areas better places.

As a trust with investments managed by PNC Bank, our resources comprise endowment and donor advised funds contributed by individuals, businesses and organizations with a passion for charitable giving and a deep commitment to the Mahoning Valley. The Youngstown Foundation is comprised of more than 80 individual donor funds and has assets currently valued over $150 million.

With new leadership and robust feedback from both grantees and donors, The Youngstown Foundation is poised to address the most pressing issues— and to ensure that our region continues to grow and thrive, with no one left behind. Further information is available at www. youngstownfoundation.org.

– Submitted by The Youngstown Foundation

t all started with a notion for the future. The YSU Foundation’s first President, Dr. Howard Jones had a vision for tomorrow. When the private Youngstown College was transitioning to the public Youngstown State University, Dr. Jones sought to protect the college’s private endowments. Thus, the Youngstown Educational Foundation was established, a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization. His focus was to make certain that the original 14 scholarships, which are still awarded today, support future generations of YSU students.

In 1983, under the leadership of the Foundation’s second president, William Roesti, the organization’s name changed to the “Youngstown State University Foundation” while still maintaining its independence from the University. After Mr. Roestis’s tenure in 1989, C. Reid Schmutz oversaw the YSU Foundation until January 2012. Current President, Paul McFadden, succeeded him.

Now, 55 years later, the future is still the main focus. The historic capital campaign “We See Tomorrow” exceeded its 100-million-dollar goal, garnering a total of $126,344,955. Over $70 million of those funds went to scholarships alone. The rest of the gifts had made a variety of impact: the Don Constantini Multimedia Center, the Excellence Training Center in Kohli Hall, endowed chairs and professorships, the Rich Center for Autism, the annual fund, and campus beautification.

“We saw tomorrow, and now, tomorrow is here,” said Jocelyn Kollay Linsalata, the campaign chair.

The successes have not stopped there. December 2021 was the most productive fundraising month in the Foundation’s history, with gifts totaling over $7 million. This may lead to the greatest philanthropic year in the history of the YSU Foundation.

Throughout the YSU Foundation’s history, every tomorrow resulted in innovation. During the past 50 years, all leadership and board of trustees have continued the legacy of Dr. Jones’ dream for supporting scholarships and opportunities for YSU students. Preserving the mission completed the Foundation and University’s most historic endeavor to date.

– Submitted by the Youngstown State University Foundation

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Thanks to everyone who attended Metro Monthly’s Downtown Architectural Tours this past summer.

6 p.m., Tuesday, May 3 Special goes out Meets on thanks Central Square to Sean T. Posey, author of “Lost Youngstown,” who joined Metro Tour guides: Monthly Publisher Mark C. Peyko Posey as Sean a specialT.guest during Local author “Not Your Father’s Downtown and historian Architectural Tour.”

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RESTAURANTS & FOOD Penguin City Beer to host downtown boxing matches

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enguin City Beer and Jack Loew, of Southside Boxing Club, are planning three boxing matches at Penguin City’s new facility.

Penguin City Beer owners Richard and Aspasia Lyras-Bernacki recently approached Loew about co-hosting boxing events at their new brewery, located at 460 E. Federal St. in downtown Youngstown. The first boxing match is set for Saturday, July 16 with 12 amateur bouts.

“Boxing has such a rich history in Youngstown.

So many great fighters from our area. Richard and I are big boxing fans and attend local fights in our area. We’ve always talked about bringing boxing into our brewery. It’s the perfect atmosphere for it,” said Aspasia Lyras-Bernacki.

Penguin City is currently renovating a 32,000 square-foot warehouse into a brewery, taproom and event center. The taproom are brewery are expected to open later this spring.

Loew, who trained middleweight champion, Kelly Pavlik, owns Southside Boxing Club, a gym located on Erie Street on the South Side. Loew has been a key figure in local boxing for over 30 years and has hosting fights throughout the Mahoning Valley.

“Southside Boxing Club is extremely excited about partnering up with Penguin City Beer for multiple amateur boxing shows in downtown Youngstown,” said Jack Loew.

Boxing events are scheduled for Saturday, July 16 and Saturday Sept. 17. A third date, to be announced, is expected to occur around the holidays. Afterparties are scheduled in the Penguin City taproom following the fights.

Penguin City Beer is available in over 450 locations across the Valley and is also distributed in West Virginia and Western Pa. For more information, contact Aspasia Lyras-Bernacki at aspasia@penguincity.beer or 330-397-6296 and Jack Loew, 330-501-5713.

PHOTO COURTESY OF PENGUIN CITY BEER

Penguin City Beer co-owner Aspasia Lyras-Bernacki (left), Jack Loew, owner of Southside Boxing Club (center), and Richard Bernacki, Penguin City co-owner, are planning three boxing matches at Penguin City Beer’s new facility in downtown Youngstown.

PHOTO BY RON FLAVIANO

Helga’s Farmers’ Breakfast Skillet

Farmers’ Breakfast Skillet Recipe by Helga Wengler INGREDIENTS 4 medium potatoes ½ pound thick sliced smoked lean bacon, cut into squares 1 large onion finely chopped PHOTO BY VISIT LAWRENCE COUNTY

The Hugger Mugger Burger from Hugger Mugger Tasty Recipes, a restaurant on the Craft Burger Trail

6 large eggs 1 tablespoon milk

Craft Burger Trail adds restaurants

1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley

isit Lawrence County is announcing the expansion of its 2022 Craft Burger Trail, which now features 17 local restaurants and over 100 burgers.

Participating Lawrence County restaurants include 2nd Ward Sanctuary, Breaking Bread Co., Burg Bar, Crane Room Grille, Crooked Tongue Brewing, DiSilvio’s Family Restaurant, Edward’s Restaurant & Lounge, Grill on the Hill, Hill House Restaurant, Hugger Mugger Tasty Recipes, Koehler Brewery Pub, Mike’s Main Street Bar & Grill, Patsy’s Bar & Grill, Riardo’s Bar & Grill, Smokin’ Daves BBQ, Starwood Rib & Steakhouse and Town & Country Bar & Grill.

“The goal is to showcase our local restaurants and their one-of-a-kind burgers and for 2022 we are happy to welcome two more businesses – Koehler Brewery Pub in Ellwood City and Patsy’s Bar & Grill in New Castle,” said Ginny Jacob, assistant director of Visit Lawrence County. “We’ve had a really great response regionally and are looking forward to the continued growth and positive feedback.”

Some burgers are made with grilled cheese or have pierogis as the bun,

¼ teaspoon salt

V

“The goal is to showcase our local restaurants and their oneof-a-kind burgers.”

½ teaspoon freshly ground pepper 2 tablespoons butter or oil

– Ginny Jacob, Visit Lawrence County

while others include a fried egg and bacon. Others varieties are beer-infused and vegetarian and build your own burger is always an option.

The Cliffhanger Challenge includes a triple cheeseburger, nine pieces of bacon, a hill of fries and root beer float.

Finish in 10 minutes and it’s free.

Dine in or out at all 17 establishments, order a burger from each and ask a staff member at each location to place the official Burger Trail sticker on your passport. Complete 10 or more locations to receive an official Burger Trail T-shirt. Complete all 17 locations and you will be entered into a grand prize basket worth $250 plus bragging rights for your accomplishment.

For more information contact Visit Lawrence County at 724-654-8408 or email info@VisitLawrenceCounty.com Download a passport at VisitLawrenceCounty.com or visit a participating restaurant. #VLCBurgerTrail #VisitLawrenceCounty.

Snipped fresh chives or chopped parsley for garnish PREPARATION Boil potatoes for 30 minutes, until tender but not falling apart. Drain and cool completely, preferably overnight in the refrigerator.

Put the bacon into a large skillet, cook over medium heat (stirring occasionally) until the bacon is browned on all sides but not crisp.

While the bacon is cooking, peel the potatoes and slice them crosswise into ¼-inch rounds.

Set potatoes aside.

Add the onions to the bacon and leave the fat in the pan. Cook over medium heat, until the onions are translucent.

In a bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, parsley, pepper and salt until well blended. Set aside.

Add potatoes to the skillet, gently turning with spatula until nicely browned. Pour the eggs over the potatoes; cook for about 10 minutes.

Slide Farmers’ Breakfast Skillet onto serving platter and sprinkle with chopped parsley or chives.

ABOUT HELGA WENGLER – Helga Wengler is a native of Frankfurt, Germany. She learned to cook from her mother and loves to share her knowledge and expertise.

Helga can be seen cooking on “Valley Spotlight” (4 p.m., Sunday on WBCB). Visit metromonthly.net for this recipe and more!

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Tickets at stambaughauditorium. com or by phone at 330-259-0555. $8/$7 or free for children under age 12 and those with a valid YSU ID. The Dana Ensemble performs two beloved classics for children in a Young People’s Concert narrated by YSU President Jim Tressel. Camille SaintSaëns’s Carnival of the Animals introduces a zoo of creatures large and small, while Sergei Prokofiev’s Peter & The Wolf tells the tale of a young boy’s adventures with a bird, a cat, a duck, and the eponymous wolf. Join us for a delightful afternoon of music for the entire family!

TICKETS: Contact University Theatre at 330-941-3105 or ysu.tix.com @ysucliffe

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CALENDAR APRIL

UPCOMING MAJOR EVENTS Traveling and local productions: Page 39 Sam’s Wedge Inn. Paul Charles Place. 9 p.m.

Steel Valley Brew Works. Adams Brothers. 7:30 p.m.

Westside Bowl. Austin Sterling, Travis Reid Ball.

Wickyards. Matt Jackson, Smokey Honey

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Bluesband, Riley Burke. 7 p.m.

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We give priority to the greater YoungstownWarren area, Columbiana and western Pennsylvania. The calendar also appears on our website: www.metromonthly.net.

If you have questions, call 330-259-0435.

Friday 1 Blackout Poetry Contest. Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County. www. libraryvisit.org. Indulge in some “creative destruction” during National Poetry Month. Grab a page with words on it and a marker. Cross out words, leaving behind the ones you like, and soon you’ll have a poem. Turn your poem in to a librarian at any branch. Three winners will be chosen to win a cash prize and have their work displayed on the Public Library’s website. All month.

Adult DEK Hockey. DEK Hockey Rink, Wick Recreation Area, Mill Creek MetroParks, 1861 McCollum Road, Youngstown 44509. 330-7407114. www.millcreekmetroparks.org. DEK hockey consists of a seven week season from April 26-June 9) in which teams play six games. A one week-long post-season follows the regular season where teams will be seeded (based on record) into a single loss elimination tournament. This league is for adults 18 and older. Sign up by April 19. Call to register/pay. $50 resident; $60 nonresident.

Splash of Color from The Mahoning Valley Watercolor Society. Weller Gallery, Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek MetroParks, 123 McKinley Ave., Youngstown 44509. 330-740-7116. www.millcreekmetroparks.org. The exhibit will feature 31 local artists. Through April 17. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Tuesday-Sunday.

85th Annual Juried Student Ar t and Design Exhibition. McDonough Museum of Art, YSU, 525 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44502. 330-9411400. ysu.edu/mcdonough-museum. 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Tuesday-Saturday. Through Saturday, April 9.

Youngstown Phantoms’ Hockey. Covelli Center, 229 E. Front St., Youngstown 44503.

330-747-7825. Youngstownphantoms.com. The Phantoms will play Muskegon Lumberjacks. 7:05 p.m. $15-24.

Puffs, or Seven Increasingly Eventful Years at a Certain School of Magic and Magic. University Theatre, Ford Theater, Bliss Hall. YSU, Wick Avenue at Spring Street, Youngstown 44555. 330-941-3105 or go to www.ysu.tix.com. This original play by New York-based playwright Matt Cox is a comedic retelling of the Harry Potter book series by J. K. Rowling, but from the perspective of the “Puffs.”

7:30 p.m., April 1-2, 8-9 and 2 p.m., Sunday, April 3 and 10. Tickets are $16/$8 (senior citizen and with YSU ID).

Ward Beecher Planetarium Program: Spring Skywatch. Ward Beecher Planetarium, YSU campus, One University Plaza, Youngstown 44555.

330-941-1370. Call for more information. 8 p.m.

Friday and Saturday, April 1-2.

Kenny Wayne Shepherd Band: 8 p.m., Wednesday, April 13 at the Robins Theatre

MUSIC & NIGHTSPOTS Birdfish Brewing Co. Golden String Radio. 7 p.m.

Dash Inn. Abe Diamond Band. 8 p.m.

Frenchy’s Irish Pub. Geo C. 9 p.m.

High Pointe. Solo Six String. 7:30 p.m.

The Living Room. Leather and Lace. 7 p.m.

Peaberry’s Cafe. Gypsy Lane. 6:30 p.m.

Riser Tavern on the Links. Michael Smith Jr. 7 p.m.

Shakers. Paul Charles Place. 8-11 p.m.

Westside Bowl. Cold Concrete, Feds, Intent to

Decay. 8 p.m.

Saturday 2 Visual and Dramatic Arts: University Theatre Audition Day. Bliss Hall, YSU, Wick Avenue at Spring Street, Youngstown 44555. 10 a.m.

Giving Voice: Teen Writing Workshop.

Campbell Library, 436 Struthers Coitsville Road, Lowellville 44436. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit. org. Teens looking for fun and creative expression will want to sign up for this writing workshop with Lit Youngstown poet-in-residence Manuel Iris at the Community Literacy Workforce and Cultural Center. 11 a.m.

Spotlight Art. Boardman Library, 7680 Glenwood Ave. 44512. 330-744-8636. www. libraryvisit.org. 11 a.m.

Figures of the American Revolution Book Discussion. Howland Branch Library, 9095 East Market St. 44484. 330-856-2011. www.wtcpl.org.

This group is dedicated to reading and discussing notable books about figures of the American Revolution. This month’s book is “John Hancock: Merchant King and American Patriot” by Harlow Giles Unger. The featured book is available to borrow from the Warren-Trumbull County Public Library. 11 a.m.

Giving Voice: Mahoning Valley Hispanic Culture. Campbell Library, 436 Struthers Coitsville Road, Lowellville 44436. 330-744-8636. www. libraryvisit.org. Join Lit Youngstown and PLYMC for a bilingual afternoon of poetry, storytelling,

cuisine from local restaurants and music by the Labra Brothers at the Community Literacy Workforce & Cultural Center. Noon.

Painting Class at the Library. Liberty Branch Library, 415 Churchill-Hubbard Road 44505. 330759-2589. www.wtcpl.org. Tim Milliner, a local artist and owner of the Party Art Café and Studio in Niles, will lead this class as participants each paint a spring scene. For adults only. All supplies will be provided. Registration is required. 1 p.m.

Giving Voice: Writing in Translation. Campbell Library, 436 Struthers Coitsville Road, Lowellville 44436. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. Learn about the pleasures of translation in this workshop with poet Manuel Iris. 2 p.m.

Youngstown Phantoms’ Hockey. Covelli Center, 229 E. Front St., Youngstown 44503.

330-747-7825. Youngstownphantoms.com. The Phantoms will play Muskegon Lumberjacks. 7:05 p.m. $15-24.

Puffs, or Seven Increasingly Eventful Years at a Certain School of Magic and Magic. University Theatre, Ford Theater, Bliss Hall. YSU, Wick Avenue at Spring Street, Youngstown 44555. 330-9413105 or go to www.ysu.tix.com. This 2015 original play by New York-based playwright Matt Cox is a comedic retelling of the Harry Potter book series

by J. K. Rowling, but from the perspective of the “Puffs.” 7:30 p.m., April 1-2, 8-9 and 2 p.m., Sunday, April 3 and 10. Tickets are $16/$8 (senior citizen and with YSU ID).

Ward Beecher Planetarium Program: Spring Skywatch. Ward Beecher Planetarium, YSU campus, One University Plaza, Youngstown 44555.

330-941-1370. Call for more information. 8 p.m.

Friday and Saturday, April 1-2.

MUSIC & NIGHTSPOTS barrel33. French Blue. 9 p.m.

Cedars. The Head Trips. 7 p.m.

Eastwood Event Centre. Piano Maniacs. 6 p.m.

JR’z Pub. 4KS. 8 p.m.

New Manhattan. Dresden Drive. 8:30 p.m.

Riser Tavern on the Links. Pixelated. 8 p.m.

Yoga Basics Course. Radius Room, Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek MetroParks, 123 McKinley Ave., Youngstown 44509. 330-740-7116. www.millcreekmetroparks.org. Release physical and mental tensions while gradually improving strength and flexibility. Gentle but thorough classes guided by experienced instructor Karres Cvetkovich. Choose either Sunday or Friday for this eight-week course. Register/pay online. March 18–May 6. 9:15-10:30 a.m. $96.

Puffs, or Seven Increasingly Eventful Years at a Certain School of Magic and Magic. University Theatre, Ford Theater, Bliss Hall. YSU, Wick Avenue at Spring Street, Youngstown 44555. 330-9413105 or go to www.ysu.tix.com. This 2015 original play by New York-based playwright Matt Cox is a comedic retelling of the Harry Potter book series

by J. K. Rowling, but from the perspective of the “Puffs.” 7:30 p.m., April 1-2, 8-9 and 2 p.m., Sunday, April 3 and 10. 2 p.m. Tickets are $16/$8 (senior citizen and with YSU ID).

Youngstown Phantoms’ Hockey. Covelli Center, 229 E. Front St., Youngstown 44503.

330-747-7825. Youngstownphantoms.com. The Phantoms will play Muskegon Lumberjacks. 4:05 p.m. $15-24.

Monday 4 Beginner’s Zoom. Austintown Library, 600 South Raccoon Road 44515. 330-744-8636. www. libraryvisit.org. 10 a.m.

Red Press Collaborative Printing Sessions with Guest Artist Richard Repasky. Printmaking Studio, Room 4025, Bliss Hall, YSU, Wick Avenue at Spring Street, Youngstown 44555. This event is open to the public. 10 a.m.-noon and 1:30-4 p.m.

April 4-8. Free.

Babytime. Howland Branch Library, 9095 East Market St. 44484. 330-856-2011. www.wtcpl.org.

Laugh and learn with your baby. For infants ages 6 to 18 months with a parent or caregiver. Short stories, fingerplays, and simple songs. Registration is required. 10 a.m., Monday, April 4, 18 and 25.

Take a Walk @ the Library. Poland Library, 311 S. Main St. 44514. 330-744-8636.www.libraryvisit. org. 10 a.m. Monday, April 4, 11, 18, 25.

Family Story Time. Michael Kusalaba Library, 2815 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown 44509. 330-7448636. 11 a.m. Monday, April 4, 11, 18, 25.

Preschool Storytime. Brookfield Branch Library, 7032 Grove St. 44403. 330-448-8134. www. wtcpl.org. Preschool Storytime features stories, songs, and movement activities and reinforces the development of early literacy skills. For children ages 3 to 5. No registration necessary. 11 a.m., Monday, April 4, 18 and 25.

Toddler Tales. Cortland Branch Library, 578 Lakeview Drive 44410. 330-638-6335. www.wtcpl. org. This free weekly storytime is specially for toddlers ages 19 to 35 months old with a parent

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Full Catalogue Beatles Tribute Sat., April 30, 2022 / 8 p.m.

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or caregiver. No registration necessary. Monday, April 4, 18 and 25. 11 a.m.

Next Chapter Book Club. Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. A place for people with disabilities to enjoy books, friends and community.

April’s title is “New Love, Spilt Milk, and Potbellied Pigs” by Thomas Fish and Jillian Ober. Books provided at the meeting. 11:30 a.m.

Preschool Storytime. Lordstown Branch Library, 1471 Salt Springs Road 44481. 330824-2094. www.wtcpl.org. Preschool Storytime features stories, songs, and movement activities and reinforces the development of early literacy skills. For children ages 3 to 5. 1 p.m., Monday, April 4, 18, 25.

Teen Game Nights. Liberty Library, 415 Churchill-Hubbard Road, Liberty. Join the Library for video and board games of all sorts. For teens in grades 7-12. No registration necessary. Every Monday between 2:30-4:30 p.m.

Monday FunDay. Lordstown Branch Library, 1471 Salt Springs Road 44481. 330-824-2094. www.wtcpl.org. Children ages 5 to 12 can create, discover, and experiment through science, art, and stories. Registration is required. 4:30 p.m. Free.

Teen Writing Workshop. Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www. libraryvisit.org. Main Library, 5:30 p.m.

Trumbull County Federated Democratic Women’s Club Meeting. Community Room, Boscov’s Department Store, 5320 YoungstownWarren Road, Niles 44446; 330-382-3400, ext.

1202. 6-8 p.m.

Flute Studio Recital. Bliss Recital Hall, Bliss Hall, YSU, Wick Avenue at Spring Street, Youngstown 44555. 330-941-3636. 7:30 p.m.

Tuesday 5 Yoga in the Gardens. Radius Room, Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek MetroParks, 123 McKinley Ave., Youngstown 44509. 330-7407116. www.millcreekmetroparks.org. Join Marina Perdos for a blend of energizing yoga styles. All levels welcome. Bring a mat and a small blanket.

Register/pay online. Walk-ins welcome. April 5-28.

9:30-11 a.m. $15/class.

Toddler Tales. Brookfield Branch Library, 7032 Grove St. 44403. 330-448-8134. www.wtcpl. org. This free weekly storytime is specially for toddlers ages 19 to 35 months old with a parent or caregiver. 10 a.m., Tuesday, April 5, 19 and 26.

Preschool Storytime. Cortland Branch Library, 578 Lakeview Drive 44410. 330-638-6335. www. wtcpl.org. This free weekly program for children ages 3 to 5 includes stories, songs, and movement activities to help reinforce the development of early literacy skills. 11 a.m. April 5, 19 and 26.

Wednesday 6 Toddler Story Time. Boardman Library, 7680 Glenwood Ave. 44512. 330-744-8636. www. libraryvisit.org. 10 a.m. Wednesday, April 6, 20.

Preschool Storytime. Howland Branch Library, 9095 East Market St. 44484. 330-856-2011. www. wtcpl.org. Features stories, songs, and movement activities and reinforces the development of early literacy skills. For children ages 3 to 5. 10 a.m., Wednesday, April 6, 29, 27.

Preschool Storytime. Liberty Branch Library, 415 Churchill-Hubbard Road 44505. 330-759-

2589. www.wtcpl.org. Preschool Storytime features stories, songs, and movement activities and reinforces the development of early literacy skills. For children ages 3 to 5. 11 a.m., Wednesday, April 6, 20, 27.

T’ai Chi Step One in the Gardens. Radius Room, Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek MetroParks, 123 McKinley Ave., Youngstown 44509. 330-7407116. www.millcreekmetroparks.org. Ease stress, improve health, and increase vitality. Join Marie Lew in warm-ups, breathing exercises, instruction of selected movements and narrated practice of a classic Chen T’ai Chi form. Register online or call 330-740-7116, ext. 230. Walk-ins welcome. April 6-27. Noon-1 p.m. $12/class.

Music at Noon: Clarinet Studio Recital.

Butler Institute of American Art, 524 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44502. 330-941-3636. 12:15 p.m.

VALS and Red Press Collaborative Guest Artist Talk: Richard Repasky. McDonough Museum of Art, YSU, 525 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44502. 330-941-1400. ysu.edu/mcdonoughmuseum. 5:10 p.m.

Gardeners of Greater Youngstown Meeting.

Rossi Auditorium, Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek MetroParks, 123 McKinley Ave., Youngstown 44509. 330-740-7116. www.millcreekmetroparks. org. The Gardeners of Greater Youngstown, formerly known as the Men’s Garden Club of Youngstown, invites you to their general meeting.

5:30-8:30 p.m.

BookTok Reads. Austintown Library, 600 South Raccoon Road 44515. 330-744-8636. www. libraryvisit.org. April’s book selection is “Red Queen” by Victoria Aveyard. 6 p.m.

Teen Advisory Board (TAB). Boardman Library, 7680 Glenwood Ave. 44512. 330-744-8636. www. libraryvisit.org. 6 p.m.

Dance If You Want To. Poland Library, 311 S. Main St. 44514. 330-744-8636.www.libraryvisit. org. 7 p.m. Wednesday, April 6, 13, 20.

Thursday 7 Baby Story Time. Canfield Library, 43 W. Main St. 44406. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. 10 a.m. Thursday, April 7, 21.

Toddler Tales. Howland Branch Library, 9095 East Market St. 44484. 330-856-2011. www.wtcpl. org. Storytime for toddlers ages 19 to 35 months old with a parent or caregiver. Registration is requested, 10 a.m., Thursday, April 7, 21 and 28.

Toddler Story Time. Austintown Library, 600 South Raccoon Road 44515. 330-744-8636. www. libraryvisit.org. 11 a.m. Thursday, April 7, 21.

Reading with Rhys. Springfield Library. 10418 Main St, New Middletown 44442. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. Children can read with a registered therapy dog from Therapy Dog International. 4:30-5:30 p.m. Thursday, April 7, 21.

National Poetry Month: Student Reading.

McDonough Museum of Art, YSU, 525 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44502. 330-941-1400. ysu.edu/ mcdonough-museum. 6 p.m.

Friday 8 Family Story Time. Struthers Library, 95 Poland Ave. 44471. 330-744-8636. 10 a.m.

Clay Mugs. Sebring Library, 195 W. Ohio Ave. 44672. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. 11 a.m.

Guest Artist Masterclass/Performance. Mimi Fox (NYC jazz guitarist). Room 2222, Bliss Hall, YSU,

Josh Turner: 8 p.m., Thursday, April 21 at W.D. Packard Music Hall.

Wick Avenue at Spring Street, Youngstown 44555.

330-941-3636. 12:30-3 p.m.

Parents Night Out. Jewish Community Center of Youngstown, 505 Gypsy Lane, Youngstown; jccyoungstown.org. The JCC is offering a Parent’s Night Out event for children ages 4 to 10. Parents can enjoy a Friday evening to themselves while their children spend time in the JCC pool, playing games and watching a movie. Dinner and snacks will be provided. Registration is required by April 4. Visit jccyoungstown.org/youthandfamily to register. 5-9 p.m. $25 per member child and $31 per nonmember child.

Clarinet Studio Recital. Bliss Recital Hall, Bliss Hall, YSU, Wick Avenue at Spring Street, Youngstown 44555. 330-941-3636. 6 p.m.

Puffs, or Seven Increasingly Eventful Years at a Certain School of Magic and Magic. University Theatre, Ford Theater, Bliss Hall. YSU, Wick Avenue at Spring Street, Youngstown 44555. 330-941-3105 or go to www.ysu.tix.com. 7:30 p.m., April 1-2, 8-9 and 2 p.m., Sunday, April 3 and 10. Tickets are $16/$8 (senior citizen and with YSU ID).

Ward Beecher Planetarium Program: The Sun Our Living Star. Ward Beecher Planetarium, YSU campus, One University Plaza, Youngstown 44555.

330-941-1370. Call for more information. 8 p.m.

Fridays and Saturdays, April 8-9, 15-16, 22 and 23.

MUSIC & NIGHTSPOTS Birdfish Brewing. Analog Night, Tiltnboogie. 7 p.m.

Double Bogeys. The Conkle Brothers. 8 p.m.

Riser Tavern. L&M Station. Acoustic. 8 p.m.

Saturday 9 Hockey Open Rink. DEK Hockey Rink, Wick Recreation Area, Mill Creek MetroParks, 1861 McCollum Road, Youngstown 44509. 330-7407114. www.millcreekmetroparks.org. Bring your hockey stick and street shoes for organized open rink hockey play. Players will be divided up equally.

Metroparks staff will keep score. March 5-April 9.

9-11 a.m. $3 residents, $5 nonresidents.

Unity Spiritual Centre Earth Day 2022. Unity Spiritual Centre, 1226 Naylor Lloyd Road, Liberty Township 44505. For more information contact Larry Etheredge at 330-207-4149. This annual event starts with breakfast. Afterward, members will go outside to clean up the church grounds and storm ditches alongside Naylor Lloyd Road.

“It’s an opportunity for fellowship and service to our community,” said Larry Etheredge, the leader of “Higher Ground,” the Unity group taking the lead on the project. “We’d also like to thank Geauga-Trumbull Solid Waste Management for their continued support over the years. They donate safety vests, gloves, picker tools and bags for disposal of the collected waste.” Call for more information. 9 a.m.

Easter Egg Hunt. Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www. libraryvisit.org. 11 a.m.

Paint Party. Campbell Library, 436 Struthers Coitsville Road, Lowellville 44436. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. 1 p.m.

Painting Class. Cortland Branch Library, 578 Lakeview Drive 44410. 330-638-6335. www.wtcpl. org. Tim Milliner, a local artist and owner of the Party Art Café and Studio in Niles, will lead this class as participants each paint a spring scene.

For adults only. All supplies will be provided.

Registration is required. 1 p.m. Free.

Super Second Saturday. Sebring Library, 195 W. Ohio Ave. 44672. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit. org. Enjoy whatever the librarians plan for you each month: it may be Legos, Play Dough, craft, games, or a surprise. 4 p.m.

Northeast Ohio Adoption Services Benefit: Celebrating Families and Children. The Lake Club, 1140 Paulin Road, Poland 44514. Tickets: Kathy Evans 330-856-5582 ext. 110 or email kevans@noas.com. Tonight’s benefit celebrates families and children with Northeast Ohio Adoption Services (with event chairs Pete and Kelly Verostko). Includes a cocktail hour, plated dinner, Komara Jewelers giveaway, a Stock the Bar liquor pull, photo booth, raffles, auctions and music by Dominic Tocco & Brotherhood. Emcees will be Ken Carman from 92.3 The Fan in Cleveland and Erika Jay from Pittsburgh’s Q92.9FM. 6-10 p.m. $100.

Student Honors Recital. McDonough Museum of Art, 525 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44502. 330-9411400. ysu.edu/mcdonough-museum. 7:30 p.m.

Puffs, or Seven Increasingly Eventful Years at a Certain School of Magic and Magic. University Theatre, Ford Theater, Bliss Hall. YSU, Wick Avenue at Spring Street, Youngstown 44555. 330-941-3105 or go to www.ysu.tix.com. 7:30 p.m., April 1-2, 8-9 and 2 p.m., Sunday, April 3 and 10. Tickets are $16/$8 (senior citizen and with YSU ID).

Friendly Squares Square Dance. Niles SCOPE Center, 14 E. State St., Niles 44446. For additional information, call Gene Hammond at 330-506-3370.

The Friendly Squares will host their monthly square dance tonight. Gene Hammond will be the caller and Frankie Hammond will be cuing line dances.

This will be a High/Low dance with alternating tips for new dancers currently taking lessons and tips for more experienced dancers. Dress is casual and light refreshments will be served. 7:30-10 p.m. $6 donation per person at the door.

Ward Beecher Planetarium Program: The Sun Our Living Star. Ward Beecher Planetarium, YSU campus, One University Plaza, Youngstown 44555.

330-941-1370. Call for more information. 8 p.m.

Fridays and Saturdays, April 8-9, 15-16, 22 and 23.

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Monday, February 14th at 7pm - How Open Is Your Mind?

Public Invited No March Open Meeting - Thank You I.O.O.F. Lodge #155, 111 South Broad Street (Rear Entrance), Canfield, Ohio 44406 www.rosicrucian.org/downloads/mastery_of_life_pdf - Ohio@amorc.rosicrucian.org

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it Youngstown is a nonprofit literary arts organization with programs for writers, readers and storytellers. Since receiving 501c3 nonprofit status in 2015 the organization has engaged thousands of people through workshops, reading series, conferences and community events.

Major programs include monthly reading series, featuring esteemed authors; an annual Fall Literary Festival, bringing highly awarded writers from outside the area; a Winter Writing Camp, a multi-generational event that brings teaching artists from the region to lead sessions; short and multi-session workshops taught by experienced writers; and ongoing collaboration with community organizations.

Upcoming events April 2: Poet-in-Residence Manuel Iris – Cincinnati poet Manuel Iris will visit April 1-2 to help Lit Youngstown kick off National Poetry Month. Iris is Poet Laureate of the City of Cincinnati. He is the author of five books of poetry in Spanish and the bilingual book “The Parting Present.” He holds a bachelor’s degree in Latin American Literature from the Autonomous University of the Yucatan (Mexico), a master’s degree in Spanish from New Mexico State University, and a doctorate in Romance Languages from the University of Cincinnati.

The following programs occur at The Community Literacy Workforce and Cultural Center, 436 Struthers Coitsville Road, Lowellville 44436. n 11 a.m. – Giving Voice: Teen Writing Workshop.

Free with registration: https://libraryvisit.libnet. info/event/6222203. n Noon-2 p.m. – Giving Voice: Mahoning Valley Hispanic Culture – with food by local restaurants, music by the Labra Brothers, poetry and storytelling. Free with registration: https://libraryvisit. libnet.info/event/6214908. n 2-3 p.m. – Giving Voice: Writing in Translation. Workshop is free with registration: https:// libraryvisit.libnet.info/event/6228503.

Major funding is provided by Rob Briggs and Alyssa Lenhoff Briggs. This initiative is made possible, in part, by state tax dollars allocated by the Ohio Legislature to the Ohio Arts Council.

April 28-May 1: Playwright-in-Residence Mike Geither. Geither’s plays and solo performances have been staged in San Francisco, Chicago, Toronto, New York and London. He is a four-time Ohio Arts Council fellow and has served as a resident artist at Headlands Center for the Arts in Sausalito and as Playwright-in-Residence at Cleveland Public Theatre. Recent works include “The Body is the Best” (Zuppa Theatre, Halifax, 2022), “Heirloom” (convergence-continuum, 2019) and “The Events of the Warren County Fair as Observed by a Young Astronaut” (2016-19). He currently teaches in the NEOMFA at Cleveland State University. n Friday, April 29 – Talkback: People Along the Way. Youngstown Playhouse, 600 Playhouse Lane, Youngstown 44511. 330-788-8739. Tickets: https:// www.youngstownplayhouse.org/people-alongthe-way. Mike Beither will lead a Talkback after the performance of “People Along the Way. Synopsis: “On a day like no other, an Average Joe is given the unique opportunity to revisit his past to answer the question, ‘Were the good old days really the way we remember them?’ and to uncover how people changed his life—for better or worse.” Four actors portray 16 different characters as Joe discovers “People Along the Way” in a new play by Terry Shears.

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Local ARTS Nonprofits & CULTURE Saturday, April 30 n 1:30-3 p.m. – Actors’ master class on song performance. Youngstown Playhouse, 600 Playhouse Lane, Youngstown 44511. 330-788-8739. Registration via the Playhouse. $10 suggested donation. n 3-5 p.m. – Community theater roundtable.

Inviting directors, producers, board members, funders, actors, crew, funders and other stakeholders to a conversation about the Valley theater landscape: happenings, problems, triumphs, collaborations, questions, dreams and ideas from the outside. Youngstown Playhouse, 600 Playhouse Lane, Youngstown 44511. 330-788-8739.

Registration via the Playhouse. n 7 p.m. – Stand-up performance “The Body is the Best.” A solo performance that explores the intersection of grief and laughter, how our hardest laughs are often created by our darkest experiences. The Hopewell Theatre, 702 Mahoning Ave.,Youngstown 44502. 330-746-5455.

Sunday, May 1 Programs occur at The Hopewell Theatre, 702 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown 44502. 330-7465455. Contact the Hopewell to register. n 11 a.m.-noon – Workshop on writing and performing solo works. n 1-2:45 p.m. – Roundtable on producing an original works festival. n 3-5 p.m. – Playwriting workshop.

May 6-7: Poet-in-Residence Quartez Harris – Quartez Harris of Springfield, Ohio is the Ohio Poetry Association’s 2021 Poet of the Year. He is the author of “We Made It To School Alive,” a full-length collection of poems published by Twelve Arts Press, and “Nothing, But Skin,” a poetry collection published in 2014 by Writing Knights Press. He is the first recipient of the Barbara Smith Writer-In-Resident at Twelve Literary Arts and a 2020 Baldwin House Fellow. His poetry and ideas have been featured in The Plain Dealer, Ideastream, and City Club of Cleveland.

Friday, May 6 n 6 p.m. – Poetry Writing Workshop, St. John’s Episcopal Church, 323 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. Beginner Poetry (free with registration; email LitYoungstown@gmail.com). The program will respond to a generative poetry exercise where the group will discuss craft, play with language and line breaks, and experience the possibilities for our own writing. This workshop is ideal for those who are trying their hand at writing or teaching poetry. n 7 p.m. – Readings: Quartez Harris and Sony Q. Ton-Aime at the Soap Gallery, 117 S. Champion St., Youngstown 44503. Free.

Saturday, May 7 n 10 a.m.-1 p.m. – Black History Tour, curated by historian Vince Shivers and featuring poems by poet-in-residence Quartez Harris. The tour is free and open to all ages. Registration is required. The tour will begin and end at the Youngstown Historical Center of Industry & Labor, 151 W. Wood St., Youngstown 44503 and will stop at Oakhill Cemetery, the lower North Side, Youngstown State and the Belmont/422 corridor. The walking portion of the tour will include uneven ground and stairs.

Have questions, comments, or suggestions? Contact Lit Youngstown at LitYoungstown@gmail.com.

– Submitted by Lit Youngstown

MUSEUMS & GALLERIES n Visitors are advised to contact museums for information on Covid-19 safety protocols.

Akron Art Museum. 1 S. High St., Akron 44308. 330-376-9185. akronartmuseum.org.

Contemporary art. “Reflections on Perceptions.”

April 9-Sept. 11. 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday; 11 a.m.-8 p.m., Thursday.

The Andy Warhol Museum. 117 Sandusky St., Pittsburgh. 412-237-8300. warhol.org. Andy Warhol’s paintings, sculpture, prints, photographs, drawings, commercial illustrations, sketchbooks and pop art. Exhibits by other artists. “Paola Pivi: I Want It All.” Cover]s the artist’s penchant for physical and visual excess. Includes photo and video documentation of Pivi’s ambitious per formances and expansive site-specific installations. April 22–Aug. 15. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday; 10 a.m.-10 p.m., Friday.

Arms Family Museum of Local History. 648 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44502. 330-743-2589. mahoninghistory.org. Houses furnishings of Wilford and Olive Arms and local exhibits.

“Changing Views: Local Landmarks Over Time”; “Tod Family Treasures: 19th Century Heirlooms”; “Enchanted Evening: Formal Wear from the Jeanne D. Tyler Collection” and “Mid-Century Modern in the Mahoning Valley.” Noon-4 p.m., TuesdaySunday. $7 (adults),$6 (senior and students),$5 (children 3-18), free (under 3).

Butler Institute of American Art. 524 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44502. 330-743-1711. butlerart. com. Founded by Youngstown industrialist Joseph Butler in 1919. Permanent and changing exhibits.

“Steranko and the American Hero.” More than 60 paintings visualizing the most popular and prominent heroes. Stan Lee of Marvel Comics called Steranko one of the prime architects of the Marvel universe. Through May 29. “Selections from the Private Collection of David M. and Cecile Draime.” Includes Picasso, Matisse, Soulages, Baziotes, Munch and others. April 3-Aug. 7. 11 a.m.4 p.m., Tuesday-Saturday; noon-4 p.m., Sunday.

Carnegie Museum of Art. 4400 Forbes Ave., Pittsburgh 15213. 412-622-3131. cmoa. org. Painting, sculpture, prints, photographs, decorative arts, design, film, video and digital images. “Working Thought.” Through June 26; “Locally Sourced.” Through July 17; “Zoe Zenghelis: Fields, Fragments, Fictions.” Through July 24; “Cauleen Smith: Pandemic Diaries.” Through Sept.

6; Gordon Parks in Pittsburgh, 1944/1946.” April 30-Aug. 7; “Future Vision – Women of Visions.” May 28-June 12; “In Sharp Focus: Charles ‘Teenie’ Harris.”

Iconic work of photographer Charles “Teenie” Harris. Ongoing. “Extraordinary Ordinary Things.”

Ongoing. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday; 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Thursday; closed Tuesday.

Carnegie Museum of Natural History. 4400 Forbes Ave., Pittsburgh 15213. 412-622-3131. carnegiemnh.org. Artifacts documenting the history of human culture. “Monster Fish: In Search of the Last River Giants.” Includes life-size sculptures of monster fish, as well as video and hands-on activities. Through April 16. 10 a.m.–5 p.m., Monday; 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Wednesday; 10 a.m.–8 p.m., Thursday; 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Friday and Saturday; noon- 5 p.m., Sunday; closed Tuesday.

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‘Vibrant Colors of Nature’ by Marcela Hampel. Through April 29 at the Thomases Art Gallery in the Jewish Community Center of Art. Ave. , Pi t t s b u r g h 1 5 2 1 2 . 4 1 2 - 2 3 7 - 3 4 0 0 . carnegiesciencecenter.org. 10 a.m.–5 p.m., Wednesday through Monday; closed Tuesday.

Cleveland Botanical Garden. 11030 East Blvd., Cleveland 44106. 216-721-1600. cbgarden.org.

Features 20 gardens, including a rainforest and desert. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Tuesday-Saturday; noon-5 p.m., Sunday; closed Monday.

Cleveland Museum of Natural History. 1 Wade Oval Drive, Cleveland 44106. 1-800-317-9155. cmnh.org. Permanent and changing exhibits covering anthropology, archaeology, botany, geology, paleontology and wildlife biology. “100 Years of Discovery: A Museum’s Past, Present & Future.” Through July 24. ”Curated Curiosity with Kayla.” Vlogger explores the museum in a special episode of her internet show. Through Dec. 31.

10 a.m.–5 p.m.,Tuesday-Sunday; closed Monday.

Weller Gallery/Davis Education and Visitor Center. Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek MetroParks, 123 McKinley Ave., Youngstown 44509. 330-740-7116. “A Splash of Color.” Work by 31 artists from the Mahoning Valley Watercolor Society. Includes watercolor, plein air watercolor, acrylic and alcohol ink. Through April 17.

John Stark Edwards House. 303 Monroe St., N.W., Warren 44483. 330-394-4653. Artifacts from the Western Reserve. 2-5 p.m., the first Sunday.

Great Lakes Science Center. 601 Erieside Ave., Cleveland 44114. 216-694-2000. greatscience.com.

Interactive science, space and tech. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Wednesday-Saturday; noon to 5 p.m., Sunday.

Heinz Pittsburgh Regional History Center.

1212 Smallman St., Pittsburgh 15222. 412454-6000. heinzhistorycenter.org. Includes the Heinz History Center, Western Pennsylvania Sports Museum, Fort Pitt Museum, Meadowcroft Rockshelter and Historic Village, Detre Library & Archives, and the Museum Conservation Center.

“From Slavery to Freedom.” Begins with the

introduction of slavery in the Colonies to the quest for civil and human rights in Pittsburgh. At Heinz. Ongoing. “Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood.”

The largest collection of original items from the television set on public view. At Heinz. Ongoing.

10 a.m.-5 p.m. daily.

Henry Barnhisel House. 1011 N. State St., Girard 44420. 330-545-6162. Girard and Trumbull artifacts. 1-4 p.m., second and fourth weekends.

Hoyt Institute of Fine Arts. 124 E. Leasure Ave., New Castle 16101. 724-652-2882. hoytartcenter. org. Permanent and changing. “Hermaika by Leonard Baskin.” Through April 21; “2022 Annual Hoyt Regional Juried Art Show.” April 26-June 30.11 a.m.-8 p.m., Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday; 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Friday and Saturday.

McDonough Museum of Art. YSU, 525 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44502. 330-941-1400. http:// mcdonoughmuseum.ysu.edu/index2.php.

Exhibits by YSU students, alumni, regional and national artists. Masks required, regardless of vaccination status. “85th Annual Juried Student Art & Design Exhibition.” Through April 9. 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Tuesday-Saturday.

McKinley Birthplace Home. 40 S. Main St., Niles 44446. 330-652-1704, ext. 6. www.mcklib. org/birthplacehome. A replica of the home where President William McKinley was born in 1843.

Features period furnishings and artifacts related to McKinley’s political career. Guided, audio, and self-guided tours available based on staff availability. 10 a.m.-noon and 1-4 p.m., Monday and Wednesday. Tours available by appointment on Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday.

Medici Museum of Art. 9350 E. Market St., Warren 44484. 330-856-2120. medicimuseum. art. Works by noted painters and illustrators. “2021 Biennial Juried Exhibition.” Contemporary works, including installation, sculpture, drawing, painting,

fiber works, paper works, photography, and video by 50 artists living and working in Ohio. Through May 15. 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Wednesday-Sunday.

Museum of Contemporary Art Cleveland.

14000 Euclid, Cleveland 48106. 216-421-8671. mocacleveland.org. 11 a.m.-5 p.m., ThursdaySaturday.

National Packard Museum. 1899 Mahoning Ave., Warren 44483. 330-394-1899. packardmuseum.org. Noon-5 p.m., TuesdaySaturday; 1-5 p.m., Sunday.

OH WOW! The Roger and Gloria Jones Children’s Center for Science and Technology.

15 Central Square, Youngstown 44503. 330-7445914. ohwowkids.org. Interactive, tech-based exhibits. 9-11 a.m. and noon-2 p.m., ThursdaySunday.

Pro Football Hall of Fame. 2121 George Halas Drive, Canton 44708. 330-456-8207. profootballhof.com. History of pro football. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday-Sunday. $28, $24, $21.

Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. 1100 Rock and Roll Blvd. (E. 9th at Lake Erie), Cleveland 44114. 216781-7625. rockhall.com. History and development of rock and roll. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. daily and 10 a.m.-6 p.m. or later on many Saturdays.

The Soap Gallery. 117 S. Champion St., Youngstown 44503. 330-240-0723. Hosts changing exhibits and cultural events. “For Your Home: An Exhibition of Works for the Home & Life.” Features unique home decor, including furniture, wall hangings, lighting and other goods created by regional makers. Opens 5-9 p.m, Friday April 1.

Continues throughout the month.

Struthers Historical Society Museum. 50 Terrace, Struthers 44471. 330-755-7189. Open house 2-4 p.m., the first Sunday.

Thomases Art Gallery. Jewish Community Center, 505 Gypsy Lane, Youngstown 44504.

Regional art. “Vibrant Colors of Nature” by Marcela Hampel. Through April 29. Noon-4 p.m., TuesdaySaturday.

Trumbull Art Gallery. 158-162 N. Park Ave., Warren 44481. 330-395-4876. trumbullartgallery. com. Noon-4 p.m., Thursday-Friday; 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Saturday.

Tyler Histor y Center. 325 W. Federal S t . , Yo u n g s t o w n 4 4 5 0 3 . 3 3 0 - 7 4 3 - 2 5 8 9 . mahoninghistory.org. Local history, archive and ballroom. Tuesday-Sunday. $7 (adults),$6 (senior/ students),$5 (children 3-18), free (under 3).

War Vet Museum. 23 E. Main St., Canfield 44406.

330-533-6311. warvetmuseum.org. Over 40,000 artifacts from the Revolutionary War to the Persian Gulf War. 10 a.m.-2 p.m, Saturday.

Youngstown Historical Center of Industry and Labor. 151 Wood St., Youngstown 44503. 330-9411314. Exhibits, archive and presentations. Masks required, regardless of vaccination status. The Steel Museum marks its 30th anniversary this year.

In celebration, the museum has invited scholars and community leaders to reflect on how the last 30 years have shaped Youngstown, labor, industry and the museum. “#30Steel Anniversary Lecture Series: 30 years of Youngstown Social and Political Identity,” featuring Bill Lawson of the Mahoning Valley Historical Society. 6 p.m., Thursday, April 21.

10 a.m.-4 p.m., Wednesday-Friday; noon-4 p.m., Saturday. $7,$6, $3.

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Birdfish. Gypsy Lane. 2 p.m.

Cedars. Shiloh Hawkins. 8 p.m.

Double Bogeys. 7% Superstar. 9 p.m.

Flying Pig. On the Rocks. 8 p.m.

Liebe Bien. Third Class. 8 p.m.

Long Boyz. Velocity. 8 p.m.

Los Gallos. NFNJ. 8 p.m.

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MetroCyclers. Meet at MetroParks Bikeway Trailhead at MetroParks Farm, Mill Creek MetroParks, Canfield. 330-740-7107. www. millcreekmetroparks.org. Meet at MetroParks Farm for a bike trip. Bring your own helmet and bike or rent a bike from Trailside Bicycle Company and meet at the farm. Moderate 5-7 mile ride, low to no inclines. Members free; non-members, $5. Call 330-740-7114 for details. 1-2 p.m.

Puffs, or Seven Increasingly Eventful Years at a Certain School of Magic and Magic. University Theatre, Ford Theater, Bliss Hall. YSU, Wick Avenue at Spring Street, Youngstown 44555. 330-941-3105 or go to www.ysu.tix.com. 2 p.m. Tickets are $16/$8 (senior citizen and with YSU ID).

Youngstown Symphony Orchestra. Ford Family Recital Hall in DeYor Performing Arts Center, 260 W. Federal St., downtown Youngstown. 330259-9651. Deyorpac.org. 4 p.m. $42-62.

Library Anywhere Podcast. April is Financial Literacy Month. Join our librarians this month to hear about tips and resources to help you become more financially savvy. Spotify, Apple, Audible, Google and most other places you get your podcasts. 6 p.m.

Monday 11 Exhibit: Mural and Site-Specific Painting Class Project Proposals. Judith Rae Solomon Gallery, Bliss Hall, YSU, Wick Avenue at Spring Street, Youngstown 44555. 330-941-3105. 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday-Friday, April 11-22.

Apprentice’s Inn - Virtual Gaming. Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County.

Virtual Library. 6 p.m.

Jazz Ensembles. Chestnut Room, first floor, Kilcawley Center, YSU, One University Plaza at Elm Street, Youngstown 44555. 330-941-3636.

7:30 p.m.

Tuesday 12 Bear Cub Art Club - April Showers. Kidston Classroom, Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek MetroParks, 123 McKinley Ave., Youngstown 44509. 330-740-7116. www.millcreekmetroparks. org. For ages 3-5, plus adult. Love creating masterpieces? Join Bear Cub Art Club. Create a mixed media April Showers painting. Register/pay

by April 10 online or call. 10-11 a.m. $7.

Family Story Time. Canfield Library, 43 W. Main St. 44406. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. 10 a.m. Tuesday, April 12, 26.

Baby Story Time. Austintown Library, 600 South Raccoon Road 44515. 330-744-8636. www. libraryvisit.org. 11 a.m.

Family Story Time. Sebring Library, 195 W. Ohio Ave. 44672. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit. org. 11 a.m.

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Gotta Move Story Time. Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www. libraryvisit.org. 11:30 a.m.

Beecher Art and Technology Lecture Series: Scott Turri. McDonough Museum of Art, YSU, 525 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44502. 330-941-1400. ysu. edu/mcdonough-museum. Scott Turri interprets an excess of technology and the erosion of private life in an ever-growing public world as both a deafening yet inspiring influence in his work. Turri has had a broad range of artistic experiences: as a self-taught drummer playing in punk rock, to an improvising percussionist in a performance art band, writing for New Art Examiner, BOMB, and Afterimage magazines, to currently concentrating primarily on painting and experimental animation.

He is represented by James Gallery. Along with these pursuits, Turri is also an educator and holds a fulltime lecturer position in the Studio Arts Department at the University of Pittsburgh. 3:30 p.m.

Craft Corner. East Library, 430 Early Road, Youngstown 44505. 330-744-8636. www. libraryvisit.org. 4 p.m.

DIY Mason Jar Piggy Bank. Boardman Library, 7680 Glenwood Ave. 44512. 330-744-8636. www. libraryvisit.org. 4:30 p.m.

Pups & Pages. Howland Branch Library, 9095 East Market St. 44484. 330-856-2011. www.wtcpl. org. Children gain confidence and improve their reading skills as they read to an uncritical and tail-wagging audience at the library. Children in kindergarten through grade 6 may sign up for 15-minute sessions to read aloud to a registered therapy dog from PAWS Therapy Team.

Registration is required; call the Howland Library.

5-6:30 p.m.

Home Inspection. Canfield Library, 43 W. Main St. 44406. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. KEL Home Inspection’s Linus Orr explains the things you should know about your home or when choosing one for your own. 6 p.m.

Shelf Indulgence. Dive into Amish domestic drama, formulaic popular fiction, and every book in between. Facebook @plymc. 7 p.m.

Harold Danko: “Spring Garden” Solo Piano Selections. Ford Theater, Bliss Hall. YSU, Wick Avenue at Spring Street, Youngstown 44555. 330941-3105. 7:30 p.m.

Wednesday 13 Recreational Hikes. East Newport Boat Launch, East Newport Drive, Mill Creek MetroParks, B o a rd m a n 4 4 5 1 2 . 3 3 0 - 7 4 0 - 7 1 0 7 . w w w. millcreekmetroparks.org. Moderate, 1 or 3 miles.

Volunteer-led hikes focuses on exercising in the outdoors. Call for details. 9-10 a.m.

Baby Story Time. Poland Library, 311 S. Main St. 44514. 330-744-8636.www.libraryvisit.org. 10 a.m. Wednesday, April 13, 27.

Music at Noon: Saxophone Studio Recital.

Butler Institute of American Art, 524 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44502. 330-941-3636. 12:15 p.m.

Resume Writing. Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www. libraryvisit.org. 2 p.m.

Blackout Poetry Buttons. Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. Main Library, 4 p.m.

Learn to Use Libby. Canfield Library, 43 W. Main St. 44406. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit. org. 5:30 p.m.

Thursday 14 Morning Meditation. Boardman Library, 7680 Glenwood Ave. 44512. 330-744-8636. www. libraryvisit.org. 9:15 a.m. Thursday, April 14, 28.

Toddler Story Time. Poland Library, 311 S. Main St. 44514. 330-744-8636.www.libraryvisit.org. 10 a.m. Thursday, April 14, 28.

Gotta Move Story Time. Austintown Library, 600 South Raccoon Road 44515. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. 11 a.m. Thursday, April 14, 28.

Playing with Poetry. Cortland Branch Library, 578 Lakeview Drive 44410. 330-638-6335. www. wtcpl.org. Children ages 5-12 can drop by the Cortland Library for activities that will get their poetic creativity flowing. 2-4 p.m.

Online Book Discussion. Warren-Trumbull County Public Library librarians will lead the discussion at this live online book discussion that will take place using the Zoom video conferencing platform. Featured book will be “Oh William!” by Elizabeth Strout. Call the Warren-Trumbull County Public Library at (330) 399-8807 ext. 200 to register and get the Zoom link via email. 2 p.m.

Leap Into Science: Balance. Canfield Library, 43 W. Main St. 44406. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit. org. 3:30 p.m.

Blackout Poetry Buttons. Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. Main Library, 4 p.m.

Convocation with Alumnus Harold Danko: From Youngstown and YSU to NYC and Beyond.”

Ford Theater, Bliss Hall. YSU, Wick Avenue at Spring Street, Youngstown 44555. 330-941-3105. 4 p.m.

Food For Thought Book Discussion with Lit Youngstown. Michael Kusalaba Library, 2815 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown 44509. 330-7448636. This month’s book is “The House of Broken Angels” by Luis Alberto Urrea. 5 p.m.

Horn Studio Recital. Bliss Recital Hall, Bliss Hall, YSU, Wick Avenue at Spring Street, Youngstown 44555. 330-941-3636. 6 p.m.

An Evening with Harold Danko, with YSU Jazz Combos and YSU Jazz Ensemble. Ford Theater, Bliss Hall. YSU, Wick Avenue at Spring Street, Youngstown 44555. 330-941-3105. 7:30 p.m.

Friday 15 All-Day Board Game Cafe. Boardman Library, 7680 Glenwood Ave. 44512. 330-744-8636. www. libraryvisit.org. Boardman, 10 a.m.

Youngstown Phantoms’ Hockey. Covelli Center, 229 E. Front St., Youngstown 44503.

330-747-7825. Youngstownphantoms.com. The Phantoms will play Chicago Steel. 7:05 p.m. $15-24.

Ward Beecher Planetarium Program: The Sun Our Living Star. Ward Beecher Planetarium, YSU campus, One University Plaza, Youngstown 44555.

330-941-1370. Call for more information. 8 p.m.

Fridays and Saturdays, April 8-9, 15-16, 22 and 23.

MUSIC & NIGHTSPOTS Birdfish Brewing Co. Analog Night. Joe Shelby. 7 p.m.

Casual Pint. Bobby “Guitar” Thomas. 7 p.m.

DeYor. Brass Metropolis. 7:30 p.m.

Frenchy’s Irish Pub. Along for the Ride.

JR’s Pub. Common Ground. 8 p.m.

Liebe Wein. Hair Supply. 8 p.m.

Westside Bowl. Jesse Henry Does Morphine,

Rover. 8 p.m.

Full Moon Hike. Scholl Pavilion, Scholl Recreation Area, Mill Creek MetroParks, Youngstown. 330740-7116. www.millcreekmetroparks.org. Join a Metroparks educator for an April full moon hike.

Dress for the weather and wear hiking/winter boots. Bring a flashlight. Moderate/difficult, 2 miles. Registration required. Register by April 14, online or call for details. No walk-ins. No pets.

8:15-9:45 p.m.

MUSIC & NIGHTSPOTS Birdfish. The River Riders. 2 p.m.

Dash Inn. Bobby Thompson and the Groove. 7 p.m.

Flying Pig Saloon. Mystic Thunder. 9 p.m.

Frenchy’s Irish Pub. Relapse. 9 p.m.

Longboyz Tavern. Cin City and the Saints. 8 p.m.

Suzie’s Boardman. Dueling Pianos. 7 p.m.

Westside Bowl. Sensi Trails, Bonsai, Lake Irie. 7 p.m.

Sunday 17 Skeggs Lecture Series Presents Bill Nye: Thursday, April 28 at Stambaugh Auditorium.

Saturday 16 Birding the Sanctuary. Mill Creek Wildlife Sanctuary, Mill Creek MetroParks, Youngstown.

330-330-740-7116. www.millcreekmetroparks. org. Features spring birding with Jeff Harvey in an early-morning hike at Mill Creek Wildlife Sanctuary.

Space limited. Boots required. Moderate. 1.25 miles. Register by April 14. 8-9:30 a.m.

Live Arrangement. Kidston Classroom, Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek MetroParks, 123 McKinley Ave., Youngstown 44509. 330-7407116. www.millcreekmetroparks.org. Instructor Judy Stanislaw will teach how to make a live arrangement. Register/pay by April 14 online or call 330-740-7116, ext. 230. 10 a.m.-noon. $25, resident; $29, nonresident.

Spring Baseball Camp 50 Plus. Wick Recreation Area, Mill Creek MetroParks, 1861 McCollum Road, Youngstown 44509. 330-740-7114. www. millcreekmetroparks.org. This Spring Training Camp is specifically designed for the 50 and older baseball players in the area. Each session will consist of hitting, fielding and throwing. Call for details. April 16-23. 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Join all four sessions for $16 or $5 per session.

MetroMutts: Hop on Down the Puppy Trail.

Kirk Road Pavilion, MetroParks Bikeway Trailhead, Mill Creek MetroParks, Austintown. 330-740-7107. www.millcreekmetroparks.org. Come and see the colors of spring. After the hike, have treats and refreshments. The Easter Bunny will be at Kirk Road Pavilion for a photo with your pup. Members receive a special Easter gift. Refreshments afterwards. Register online by April 11. Noon-1:30 p.m. Members, free; non-members, $5. Call 330740-7114 for details.

Youngstown Phantoms’ Hockey. Covelli Center, 229 E. Front St., Youngstown 44503.

330-747-7825. Youngstownphantoms.com. The Phantoms will play Chicago Steel. 7:05 p.m. $15-24.

Ward Beecher Planetarium Program: The Sun Our Living Star. Ward Beecher Planetarium, YSU campus, One University Plaza, Youngstown 44555.

330-941-1370. Call for more information. 8 p.m.

Fridays and Saturdays, April 8-9, 15-16, 22 and 23.

Happy Easter!

Monday 18 Cricut Design Space for Beginners. Austintown Library, 600 South Raccoon Road 44515. 330-7448636. www.libraryvisit.org. 10 a.m.

Mystery Mondays Book Club. Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-7448636. www.libraryvisit.org. We will be discussing “Crimson Lake” by Candice Fox. 11:30 a.m.

I Read YA. Boardman Library, 7680 Glenwood Ave. 44512. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org.

Discuss YA literature. This month’s book will be “Ace of Spades” by Faridah Àbíké-Íyímídé. 5:30 p.m.

Jazz Combos. Spotlight Theater, Bliss Hall. YSU, Wick Avenue at Spring Street, Youngstown 44555.

330-941-3105. 7:30 p.m.

Tuesday 19 Adult Crafting 101. Springfield Library. 10418 Main St, New Middletown 44442. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. 11:30 a.m.

Lego Creations. East Library, 430 Early Road, Youngstown 44505. 330-744-8636. www. libraryvisit.org. 4 p.m.

Lucy Lu at the Library. Tri-Lakes Library, 13820 Mahoning Ave., North Jackson 44451. 330744-8636. Children can read with a registered therapy dog with P.A.W.S Therapy Team. Between 4:30–5:30 p.m.

Pointillism Paint & (Not) Sip. Boardman Library, 7680 Glenwood Ave. 44512. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. 5 p.m.

Read to Ellie. Poland Library, 311 S. Main St. 44514. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org.

Children can read with a registered therapy dog from P.A.W.S Therapy Team. Between 6-6:55 p.m.

YSU Flute Ensemble Concert. Bliss Recital Hall, Bliss Hall, YSU, Wick Avenue at Spring Street, Youngstown 44555. 330-941-3636. 6 p.m.

Chapter Chat Book Club. Austintown Library, 600 South Raccoon Road 44515. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. This month’s book is “David Bowie: A Life” by Dylan Jones. 6:45 p.m.

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Wednesday 20

Tiny Books DIY. Canfield Library, 43 W. Main St. 44406. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. 6 p.m.

Online Sci-Fi & Fantasy Book Discussion.

Warren-Trumbull County Public Library librarians will lead the discussion at this live online book discussion that will take place using the Zoom video conferencing platform. Featured book will be “The Library of the Unwritten” by A.J. Hackwith.

Call the Warren-Trumbull County Public Library at (330) 399-8807 ext. 200 to register and get the Zoom link via email. 6 p.m.

Percussion Ensemble. Ford Theater, Bliss Hall.

YSU, Wick Avenue at Spring Street, Youngstown 44555. 330-941-3105. 7:30 p.m.

Thursday 21

Sprout Club – Dandelions. Kidston Classroom, Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek MetroParks, 123 McKinley Ave., Youngstown 44509. 330-7407116. www.millcreekmetroparks.org. For ages 3-5 with an adult. Join Sprout Club for learning, fun and hands-on activities with dandelions. Register/ pay by April 19, online or call. 1-2 p.m. $7.

Reading with Rhys. Springfield Library. 10418 Main St, New Middletown 44442. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. Chilcren can read with a registered therapy dog from Therapy Dog International. 4:30-5:30 p.m. Thursday, April 7, 21.

LEGO Club. Liberty Branch Library, 415 Churchill-Hubbard Road 44505. 330-759-2589. www.wtcpl.org. Attention Young Engineers: Stop by the library to create unique structures with our collection of LEGO building bricks. Each structure will remain at the library. For kids ages 5-12. No registration necessary. 5-6 p.m.

Stranger Than Fiction Book Club. Canfield Library, 43 W. Main St. 44406. 330-744-8636. www. libraryvisit.org. The title for April will be “The Road to Jonestown: Jim Jones and People’s Temple” by Jeff Guinn. 5:30 p.m.

Pix in the Park - Bluebells and Daffodils. The Flats, Mill Creek MetroParks, Youngstown. 330330-740-7116. www.millcreekmetroparks.org.

Love photos of the Park in springtime? Want to learn how to take better photos? After learning basic photographic compositions, enjoy spring in the Park with bluebells and daffodils. Bring a camera or cell phone, dress for the weather and wear closed-toe shoes/hiking boots. Meet at The Flats. Registration requested, not required. Call for details. Moderate 2.5-3 mile hike. Walk-ins welcome. 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Anime & Manga Club. Austintown Library, 600 South Raccoon Road 44515. 330-744-8636. www. libraryvisit.org. 6 p.m.

Saxophone Studio Recital. St. John’s Episcopal Church, 323 Wick Ave, Youngstown 44503. 7:30 p.m.

Friday 22 Botanical Mornings. Outdoor Concourse, Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek MetroParks, 123 McKinley Ave., Youngstown 44509. 330-7407116. www.millcreekmetroparks.org. Discover the progress of the seasons at Fellows Riverside Gardens. Register/pay by April 20. 9-10 a.m. $5.

Dana Spring Opera. Spotlight Theater, Bliss Hall.

YSU, Wick Avenue at Spring Street, Youngstown 44555. 330-941-3105. “L’Amico Fritz” by Mascagni.

Tickets are available at www.ysu.tix.com. 7:30 p.m., Friday, April 22, Saturday, April 23 and 2 p.m., Sunday, April 24. 7:30 p.m.

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People Along The Way. Moyer Room. The Youngstown Playhouse, 600 Playhouse Lane, Youngstown 44511. 330-788-8739. An average Joe is given the opportunity to revisit his past to answer the question, “Were the good old days really the way we remember them?” and uncover how people changed his life – for better or worse.

Four actors portray 16 different characters as Joe discovers “People Along the Way,” a new play by Terry Shears. Directed by Maria Petrella-Ackley.

On Friday, April 29, Mike Geither (playwright, solo performer and stand-up comic) will interviews the cast and playwright. April 22-May 1. 7:30 p.m., Friday and Saturday; 2:30 p.m., Sunday. 7:30 p.m. $18, $15, $10.

Ward Beecher Planetarium Program: The Sun Our Living Star. Ward Beecher Planetarium, YSU campus, One University Plaza, Youngstown 44555.

330-941-1370. Call for more information. 8 p.m.

Fridays and Saturdays, April 8-9, 15-16, 22 and 23.

Friday and Saturday; 2:30 p.m., Sunday. 7:30 p.m. $18, $15, $10.

Ward Beecher Planetarium Program: The Sun Our Living Star. Ward Beecher Planetarium, YSU campus, One University Plaza, Youngstown 44555.

330-941-1370. Call for more information. 8 p.m.

Fridays and Saturdays, April 8-9, 15-16, 22 and 23.

MUSIC & NIGHTSPOTS

Dana Spring Opera. Spotlight Theater, Bliss Hall.

YSU, Wick Avenue at Spring Street, Youngstown 44555. 330-941-3105. “L’Amico Fritz” by Mascagni.

Tickets are available at www.ysu.tix.com. 7:30 p.m., Friday, April 22, Saturday, April 23 and 2 p.m., Sunday, April 24. 2 p.m.

People Along The Way. Moyer Room. The Youngstown Playhouse, 600 Playhouse Lane, Youngstown 44511. 330-788-8739. Four actors portray 16 different characters as Joe discovers “People Along the Way,” a new play by Terry Shears. Directed by Maria Petrella-Ackley. On Friday, April 29, Mike Geither (playwright, solo performer and stand-up comic) will interviews the cast and playwright. April 22-May 1. 7:30 p.m., Friday and Saturday; 2:30 p.m., Sunday. 2:30 p.m. $18, $15, $10.

Caffe Capri. Nico Ruggeri. 6:30 p.m.

CharBenay’s. Solo Six String. 6 p.m.

ITAM 39 Niles. Common Ground. 8 p.m.

Westside Bowl. Stephen Philip Harvey Octet.

7:30 p.m.

Saturday 23 Earth Day Clean-Up. Thomas J. Bresko Pavilion, Wick Recreation Area, Mill Creek MetroParks, 1861 McCollum Road, Youngstown 44509. 330-7407112. www.millcreekmetroparks.org. Local Boy Scout troops, Cub Scout packs, Girl Scout troops and other organizations will spend the morning helping to clear out winter’s accumulation of litter across the MetroParks. Groups can call Mike Kupec at 330-519-3988 to register by April 9. 9 a.m.-noon.

Daffodil Day: Pix in the Park - Bluebells and Daffodils. Meet at The Flats, Mill Creek MetroParks, Youngstown. 330-330-740-7116. www.millcreekmetroparks.org. Love photos of the Park in springtime? Want to learn how to take better photos? After learning basic photographic compositions, enjoy spring in the park with bluebells and daffodils. Bring a camera or cell phone, dress for the weather and wear closed toe shoes/hiking boots. Registration requested, not required. Call 330.740.7116 for details. Moderate 2.5-3 mile hike. Walk-ins welcome. 9-11 a.m.

Literary Love Connection. A game show where librarians try to pair up contestants with the perfect book. Facebook @plymc and Instagram @theplymc. 10 a.m.

Spring Painting Party. Struthers Library, 95 Poland Ave. 44471. 330-744-8636. 10 and 11 a.m.

All About Money Story Time. Austintown Library, 600 South Raccoon Road 44515. 330-7448636. www.libraryvisit.org. 11 a.m.

Build a Kite. Poland Library, 311 S. Main St. 44514. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org., 11 a.m.

Daffodil Day: Daffodil Walk. Antonucci Library, Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek MetroParks, 123 McKinley Ave., Youngstown 44509. 330-7407116. www.millcreekmetroparks.org. This guided walk is led by daffodil expert Gordon Vujevic.

Meet in the library. Registration requested, but not required. Register by April 21, online or call 330740-7116. 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Walk-ins welcome.

Daffodil Day: Daffodil Trolley Tour. Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek MetroParks, 123

MUSIC & NIGHTSPOTS Birdfish Brewing Co. Finding Sparky. 2 p.m.

Casual Pint. The Tropiholics. 7 p.m.

Downtown Youngstown. Federal Frenzy. 2 p.m.

Flying Pig Saloon. Bobby Ocean. 9 p.m.

Ice House Inn. Along for the Ride. 9 p.m.

Westside Bowl. 40 oz. to Freedom. 8 p.m.

Westside Bowl. No Balance, Papers. 8 p.m.

Sunday 24 Steve Hartman: 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, April 20 at W.D. Packard Music Hall.

McKinley Ave., Youngstown 44509. 330-740-7116. www.millcreekmetroparks.org. Ride a trolley to Daffodil Meadow as the Metroparks celebrates spring and all things daffodils. Boards at Fellows.

Register/pay by April 21. Noon-1 p.m. and 1:302:30 p.m. Adults: $10 residents, $12 nonresident; seniors/youth, $7 residents, $9 nonresidents.

Screening of My Garden of a Thousand Bees. Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. Kick off our #PlantWildflowers Campaign with this documentary. Get to know the diverse species and unique personalities of these insects. 2 p.m.

Family Movie Matinee. Michael Kusalaba Library, 2815 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown 44509.

330-744-8636. 2 p.m.

Bingo at the Library. Tri-Lakes Library, 13820 Mahoning Ave., North Jackson 44451. 330-7448636. 2 p.m.

Easy Early Learning at Home. Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. Looking for activities to do with your little one? Discover easy ways to play and learn every day and get an activity to take home! For parents with children aged 0-5. 2 p.m.

Youngstown Phantoms’ Hockey. Covelli Center, 229 E. Front St., Youngstown 44503.

330-747-7825. Youngstownphantoms.com. The Phantoms will play U17. 7:05 p.m. $15-24.

Dana Spring Opera. Spotlight Theater, Bliss Hall.

YSU, Wick Avenue at Spring Street, Youngstown 44555. 330-941-3105. “L’Amico Fritz” by Mascagni.

Tickets are available at www.ysu.tix.com. 7:30 p.m., April 22-23 and 2 p.m., Sunday, April 24. 7:30 p.m.

People Along The Way. Moyer Room. The Youngstown Playhouse, 600 Playhouse Lane, Youngstown 44511. 330-788-8739. An average Joe is given the opportunity to revisit his past to answer the question, “Were the good old days really the way we remember them?” and uncover how people changed his life – for better or worse.

Four actors portray 16 different characters as Joe discovers “People Along the Way,” a new play by Terry Shears. Directed by Maria Petrella-Ackley.

On Friday, April 29, Mike Geither (playwright, solo performer and stand-up comic) will interviews the cast and playwright. April 22-May 1. 7:30 p.m.,

Monday 25 Exhibit: Junior Portfolio Review Exhibition.

Judith Rae Solomon Gallery, Bliss Hall, YSU, Wick Avenue at Spring Street, Youngstown 44555. 330941-3105. 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday-Friday. Monday, April 25-29.

YSU Wind Ensemble / Concer t Band.

Stambaugh Auditorium, 1000 Fifth Ave., Youngstown 44504. 330-259-0555. www. stambaughauditorium.com. 7:30 p.m.

Tuesday 26 Basic Computer Class. Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www. libraryvisit.org. 2 p.m.

Movie and Make. East Library, 430 Early Road, Youngstown 44505. 330-744-8636. www. libraryvisit.org. 4 p.m.

Off the Shelves Book Club. Canfield Library, 43 W. Main St. 44406. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit. org.This monthly book club chooses titles off the shelves of Canfield Library’s Book Club Room.

April’s book is Jonathan Santlofer’s “The Last Mona Lisa.” 5:30 p.m.

Adult DEK Hockey. DEK Hockey Rink, Wick Recreation Area, Mill Creek MetroParks, 1861 McCollum Road, Youngstown 44509. 330-7407114. www.millcreekmetroparks.org. DEK hockey consists of a seven week season (Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays) from April 26-June 9) in which teams play six games. A one week-long post-season follows the regular season where teams will be seeded (based on record) into a single loss elimination tournament. This league

is for adults 18 and older. Sign up by April 19. Call Wick Recreation Area to register/pay. 6 p.m. $50 resident; $60 nonresident.

Youngstown State Alumni and Friends Virtual Book Club. The YSU Alumni Book Club, a partnership between YSU, the YSU Office of Alumni Engagement, Maag Library, and PLYMC will discuss a chosen book selection each month.

The discussion will be held in a private online Zoom Meeting. To get an invitation to the virtual meeting, email Heather Belgin at habelgin@ysu. edu. Via Zoom. 7 p.m.

Dana Symphony Orchestra. Stambaugh Auditorium, 1000 Fifth Ave., Youngstown 44504.

330-259-0555. www.stambaughauditorium.com.

7:30 p.m.

Wednesday 27 Volunteer-Led Hike. MetroParks Bikeway Trailhead, Mill Creek Metroparks Farm, Mill Creek MetroParks, Canfield. 330-740-7114. www. millcreekmetroparks.org. Easy, 2 or 4 miles.

Volunteer-led hikes focus on exercising in the outdoors. 9-10 a.m.

Family Story Time. Springfield Library. 10418 Main St, New Middletown 44442. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. 11:30 a.m.

Music at Noon: Dana Guitar Studio Recital.

Butler Institute of American Art, 524 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44502. 330-941-3636. 12:15 p.m.

Plant a Seed with the Library. Canfield Library, 43 W. Main St. 44406. 330-744-8636. www. libraryvisit.org. 4 p.m.

Dance If You Want To. Poland Library, 311 S. Main St. 44514. 330-744-8636.www.libraryvisit. org. 7 p.m.

Dana @ McDonough: World Premieres by Dana School of Music Student Composers.

McDonough Museum of Art, YSU, 525 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44502. 330-941-1400. 7:30 p.m.

Thursday 28 Intro to Using Computers. Canfield Library, 43 W. Main St. 44406. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit. org. 10:30 a.m.

Pocket Poems to Go. Boardman Library, 7680 Glenwood Ave. 44512. 330-744-8636. www. libraryvisit.org. Noon.

Grief 101. Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www. libraryvisit.org. 5:30 p.m.

Skeggs Lecture Series presents Bill Nye. Stambaugh Auditorium, 1000 Fifth Ave., Youngstown 44504. Nye was originally scheduled to speak in March 2020. He returns two years later to continue in his mission to help foster a scientifically literate society and help people understand and appreciate the science that makes the world work. Nye is the author of several books and the subject of the critically acclaimed documentary, “Bill Nye: Science Guy,” and he currently stars in the Netflix series, “Bill Nye Saves the Planet.”Tickets are required and are available on a first-come, first-served basis, limited to four per person. Get tickets at the Stambaugh Auditorium Box Office or online at www.stambaughauditorium.com.

For more information, call 330-941-2136 or email jmleviseur@ysu.edu. 7 p.m.

Dana Guitar Studio Recital. Bliss Recital Hall, Bliss Hall, YSU, Wick Avenue at Spring Street, Youngstown 44555. 330-941-3636. 7:30 p.m.

UPCOMING MAJOR EVENTS

MUSIC & NIGHTSPOTS

APRIL

Greek Sing. Stambaugh Auditorium, 1000 Fifth Ave., Youngstown 44504. 330-747-5175.

YSU’s fraternities and sororities perform in this entertaining musical competition. 6 p.m., Saturday, April 9.

Brass and Percussion Ensemble.Ford Family Recital Hall/DeYor, 260 W. Federal St., Youngstown 44503. 330-259-0555. The brass and percussion of the Youngstown Symphony Orchestra will present brass and percussion ensemble music. 4 p.m., Sunday, April 10.

Stambaugh Youth Concert Band Spring 2022 Concert. Stambaugh Auditorium, 1000 Fifth Ave., Youngstown 44504. 330-747-5175.

The Stambaugh Youth Concert Band will feature a selected senior soloist and present the Barbara Armstrong Scholarship award to an outstanding senior member of the ensemble.

The Henry H. Stambaugh Youth Concert Band is conducted by Mr. Tyler Husosky.7:30 p.m., Tuesday, April 12.

Kenny Wayne Shepherd Band - 25th Anniversary of “Trouble Is...” Robins Theatre, 160 E. Market St., Warren 44481. 234-430-0005.

The Kenny Wayne Shepherd Band is performing “Trouble Is…” in its entirety in select markets across the country. 8 p.m., Wednesday, April 13. $100-$45.

Brass Metropolis presents a Tribute to Chicago. Ford Family Recital Hall/DeYor, 260 W. Federal St., Youngstown 44503. 330-259-0555.

This eight-piece band recreates the artistry of early Chicago. 7:30 p.m., Friday, April 15.

Steve Hartman. W.D. Packard Music Hall, 1703 Mahoning Ave., N.W., Warren 44483. 330841-2931 and www.Ticketmaster.com. 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, April 20.

Josh Turner. W.D. Packard Music Hall, 1703 Mahoning Ave., N.W., Warren 44483. 330841-2931 and www.Ticketmaster.com. 8 p.m., Thursday, April 21.

My Name is NOT Mom. W.D. Packard Music Hall, 1703 Mahoning Ave., N.W., Warren 44483.

330-841-2931. 7 p.m., Friday, April 22.

Trace Adkins.W.D. Packard Music Hall, 1703 Mahoning Ave., N.W., Warren 44483. 330-841-

Friday 29 Lifeguard Training. Jewish Community Center, 505 Gypsy Lane, Youngstown 44504. jccyoungstown.org to register. The Jewish Community Center is offering lifeguard training for ages 15 and older from April 29 to May 1. The class provides the knowledge and skills to prevent, recognize and respond to aquatic emergencies until EMS personnel can take over. Participants who successfully complete the course receive an American Red Cross certificate. Participants will have the opportunity to acquire a lifeguard position at the Jewish Community Center upon successful completion of the training. Training is from 5-7 p.m., April 29, and 9 a.m.-5 p.m. April 30 and May 1. $187 for JCC members and $250 for nonmembers.

Spring Choral Concert II.Bliss Recital Hall,

campus, One University Plaza, Youngstown 44555.

330-941-1370. Call for more information. 8 p.m.

Friday, April 29 and 2 and 8 p.m. Saturday, April 30.

Birdfish Brewing Co. Analog Night. Zak Wax. 7 p.m.

Up a Creek. NFNJ. 8 p.m.

Westside Bowl. Mumble King, Gene Wilson,

Sundance Kid. 8 p.m.

Saturday 30

Trolls Live!: Tuesday, May 3 and Wednesday, May 4 at the Covelli Centre 2931 and www.Ticketmaster.com. Rescheduled date. 7:30 p.m., Monday, April 25.

Rick Thomas. W.D. Packard Music Hall, 1703 Mahoning, Warren 44483. 330-841-2931 and www.

Ticketmaster.com. 7 p.m., Wednesday, April 27.

MAY

Trolls Live! Covelli Centre, 229 E. Front St., Youngstown 44503. 1-800-745-3000. “Trolls Live” will play two shows. 6 p.m., Tuesday, May 3 and Wednesday, May 4. $112-$18.

The Sound of the Extraordinary with Miriam Burns and Nick Thompson. Stambaugh Auditorium, 1000 Fifth Ave., Youngstown 44504.

330-747-5175. Principal Guest Conductor Miriam Burns and the Youngstown Symphony Orchestra conclude the season with works by Tchaikovsky and Mozart. Features YSO principal clarinet Nicholas Thompson. 7:30 p.m., Saturday, May 7.

Brass Transit The Musical Legacy Of Chicago.

Robins Theatre, 160 E. Market St., Warren 44481.

234-430-0005. 8 p.m., Saturday May 14.

Al Stewart with His Band The Empty Pockets.

Robins Theatre, 160 E. Market St., Warren 44481.

234-430-0005. 8 p.m., Saturday, May 21.

Bliss Hall, YSU, Wick Avenue at Spring Street, Youngstown 44555. 330-941-3636. 7:30 p.m.

People Along The Way. Moyer Room. The Youngstown Playhouse, 600 Playhouse Lane, Youngstown 44511. 330-788-8739. An average Joe is given the opportunity to revisit his past to answer the question, “Were the good old days really the way we remember them?” and uncover how people changed his life – for better or worse.

Four actors portray 16 different characters as Joe discovers “People Along the Way,” a new play by Terry Shears. Directed by Maria Petrella-Ackley.

On Friday, April 29, Mike Geither (playwright, solo performer and stand-up comic) will interviews the cast and playwright. April 22-May 1. 7:30 p.m., Friday and Saturday; 2:30 p.m., Sunday. 7:30 p.m. $18, $15, $10.

Ward Beecher Planetarium Program: Explore the Universe. Ward Beecher Planetarium, YSU

Mommy and Me Mother’s Day Aprons.

Austintown Library, 600 South Raccoon Road 44515. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. 10 a.m.

Saturday Crafternoon Open Art Studio.

Michael Kusalaba Library, 2815 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown 44509. 330-744-8636. 11 a.m.

Bee Inspired: Native Plants and Pollinators.

Brookfield Branch Library, 7032 Grove St. 44403.

330-448-8134. www.wtcpl.org. Learn how to attract pollinators and wildlife to your “living landscape”! Amy Reeher, Trumbull Soil and Water Conservation District administrator, will explain how to add easier-care native plants to your yard. Registration is required; call the Brookfield Library. 11 a.m.

El Día de los Niños Bilingual Storytime. Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. Join us for stories, songs and activities in both English and Spanish in honor of El Día de los Niños/Children’s Day, an annual celebration of children, families and reading. 11 a.m.

Book Discussion. Cortland Branch Library, 578 Lakeview Drive 44410. 330-638-6335. www. wtcpl.org. In “Maid: Hard Work, Low Pay, and a Mother’s Will to Survive,” journalist Stephanie Land describes the years she worked in lowpaying domestic work under wealthy employers, contrasting the privileges of the upper-middle class to the realities of the overworked laborers supporting them. This nonfiction book is available to borrow from the Warren-Trumbull County Public Library in paper format, large type, and as a downloadable eBook. 1 p.m.

Ward Beecher Planetarium Program: Explore the Universe. Ward Beecher Planetarium, YSU campus, One University Plaza, Youngstown 44555.

330-941-1370. Call for more information. 2 p.m.

People Along The Way. Moyer Room. The Youngstown Playhouse, 600 Playhouse Lane, Youngstown 44511. 330-788-8739. April 22-May 1.

7:30 p.m., Friday and Saturday; 2:30 p.m., Sunday.

7:30 p.m. $18, $15, $10.

Ward Beecher Planetarium Program: Explore the Universe. Ward Beecher Planetarium, YSU campus, One University Plaza, Youngstown 44555.

330-941-1370. Call for more information. 8 p.m.

MUSIC & NIGHTSPOTS Birdfish Brewing Co. On the Rocks. 2 p.m.

Cafe 422/Warren. The Piano Men. 6 p.m.

Flying Pig Saloon. Chris Bigelow. 9 p.m.

High Pointe Tavern. Taylor. 7:30 p.m.

Leon’s. Ledsmith, Bonneville Nation. 8 p.m.

Los Gallos. Velocity. 8 p.m.

Mastropietro Winery. Uncharted Course. 7 p.m.

Robins Theatre. Hard Day’s Night. 8 p.m.

Westside Bowl. Pink Floyd/Dave Matthews Band

tribute. 8 p.m.

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