WTG

TODAY

Pop, Rock, Jazz

Southside Johnny & the Asbury Jukes, 8 p.m., House of Blues, 308 Euclid Ave., Cleveland; 216-523-2583.

FRIDAY

Comedy

Young Guns of Comedy, 9 p.m., Beach Club at Conneaut Lake Park, 12382 Center St., Conneaut Lake, Pa; 814-213-0120.

Dances

Cross Roads, 7 p.m. to 11 p.m., Kuzman’s, 1025 S. State St,, Girard; 330-545-8995.

Ballroom/social dance with Mark Anthony, 7:30 p.m., Avon Oaks Ballroom, 1401 N. State St., Girard; 330-545-4882.

music

Rachell Joy (contemporary Christian), 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., The Atmosphere Cafe, 815 Youngstown-Warren Road, Niles; 330-652-6929.

Road Apple Ridge, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., Variety on the Square, 110 N. Pitt St., Mercer, Pa.; 724-662-1490.

Onstage

“Jingle My Bell” by Stage Left Players, 7 p.m., Trinity Playhouse, 234 E. Lincoln Way, Lisbon; 330-831-7249.

“Jingle, Jingle Wedding Bells!,” 7 p.m., Dutch Village Inn, 150 E. state Route 14, Columbiana; 330-482-5050.

“We R Just Men,SDRq Rust Belt Theater Company, at Calvin Center, 755 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown; 330-507-2358.

“Annie,SDRq 7:30 p.m., New Castle Playhouse, 202 E. Long Ave., New Castle, Pa.; 724-654-3437.

Saturday

Comedy

Young Guns of Comedy, 8 p.m., Beach Club at Conneaut Lake, 12382 Center St., Conneaut Lake, Pa.; 814-213-0120.

Dances

Christmas Magic Square Dance, 7 p.m. to 10 p.m., North Bloomfield Town Hall, intersection of state Routes 45 & 87, North Bloomfield; 440-685-4758.

Dr. Zoot Band, 8 p.m., Avon Oaks Ballroom, 1401 N. State St., Girard; 330-545-4882.

Onstage

“Alice in Wonderland,SDRq 2:30 p.m., The Youngstown Playhouse Youth Theater, Glenwood Avenue, Youngstown; 330-788-8739.

“Jingle, Jingle Wedding Bells!,” 7 p.m., Dutch Village Inn, 150 E. state Route 14, Columbiana; 330-482-5050.

“We R Just Men,SDRq Rust Belt Theater Company, at Calvin Center, 755 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown; 330-507-2358.

“Annie,” 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., New Castle Playhouse- Augustine Auditorium, 202 E. Long Ave., New Castle, Pa.; 724-654-3437.

Pop, Rock, Jazz

Johan Koslen’s Stage Pass Now, 8 p.m., Kent Stage, 175 E. Main St., Kent; 800-595-4849.

Red Wanting Blue, with Down the Line, 8:30 p.m., House of Blues, 308 Euclid Ave., Cleveland; 216-523-2583.

Sales Shows

Artists of the Mahoning Commons and Friends Holiday Open Studio and Art Sale, noon to 5 p.m., Ward Bakery Building, 1024 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown; 330-718-2696.

Special Events

Fowler Community Christmas Walk, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Fowler Center, Fowler; 330-637-2006.

Sunday

Dances

Adam’s Birthday Bash, 3 p.m. to 7 p.m., Bessemer Croatian Club, 601 E. Poland Ave., Bessemer, Pa.; 724-667-8997.

Dance party with DJ Ron Chick, 6 p.m., Saxon Club, 710 S. Meridian Road, Austintown; 330-792-7973.

Music (other)

Concert of Sacred Choral Music for the Season by Salem Youth Chorus, 7 p.m., St. Paul’s Church-Salem, 953 E. State St., Salem; 330-332-0337.

Handel’s “Messiah,SDRq 3 p.m., First Christian Church New Castle, 23 W. Washington St., New Castle, Pa.

Onstage

“Jingle My Bell,SDRq by Stage Left Players, 2 p.m., Trinity Playhouse, 234 E. Lincoln Way, Lisbon; 330-831-7249.

“Annie,” 2 p.m., New Castle Playhouse, 202 E. Long Ave., New Castle, Pa.; 724-654-3437.

Outdoors

Christmas at the Mill Hike, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., Mill Creek MetroParks Lanterman’s Mill, 1001 Canfield Road, Youngstown; 330-740-7115.

Tuesday

Onstage

“Jingle, Jingle Wedding Bells!,” 12:15 p.m., Dutch Village Inn, 150 E. state Route 14, Columbiana; 330-482-5050.

Sales Shows

Ohio Valley Refinery & Roadshow (collectibles, antiques, gold and silver), 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Quality Inn and Suites, 4055 Belmont Ave., Liberty; 217-726-7590.

Special Events

Holiday movie: Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol,” 7 p.m., Strand Theater Museum, 126 N. 15th St., Sebring; 330-938-6955.

Wednesday

Music

Carols and Cocoa followed by Dana Holiday Concert, 7 p.m., Stambaugh Auditorium, 1000 Fifth Ave., Youngstown; 330-259-0555.

The Vocal Alliance, barbershop quartet, 6:30 p.m., Howland Public Library, 9095 E. Market St., Howland; 330-856-2011.

Onstage

“Jingle, Jingle Wedding Bells!,” 12:15 p.m. and 7 p.m., Dutch Village Inn, 150 E. state Route 14, Columbiana; 330-482-5050.

Sales Shows

Ohio Valley Refinery & Roadshow (collectibles, antiques, gold and silver), 217-726-7590, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Quality Inn and Suites, 4055 Belmont Ave., Youngstown; 330-759-3180.

Special Events

Holiday movie Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol,” 7 p.m., Strand Theater Museum, 126 N. 15th St., Sebring; 330-938-6955.

Ongoing

ART

709 Penn Gallery, Pittsburgh, Pa. Hours: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m Tue.-Th.; 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sat. 412-224-4651 or pgharts.org.

Akron Art Museum, One South High, Akron. Cost: adults, $7; students and seniors (65+), $5; children 12 and under, free. Hours: 11 -5 Wed.-Sun.; 11-9 Thurs. 330-376-9185.

Allen Memorial Art Museum, 87 N. Main St., Oberlin College. Hours: 10-5 Tue.-Sat.; 1-5 Sun. Closed major holidays. 440-775-8665 or www.oberlin.edu/allenart.

Andy Warhol Museum, General Robinson and Sandusky streets, Pittsburgh. Hours: 10-10 Fri.; 10-5 other days; closed Mon. 412-237-8300.

Art Outreach Gallery, Eastwood Mall, 5555 Youngstown-Warren Road, Niles. All exhibits are free and open to the public. Hours: 5-9 Fri.; 1-9 Sat.; 1-5 Sun. 330-394-3384.

Ashtabula Arts Center, 2928 W. 13th St., Ashtabula. Admission is free. Hours: 9-8 Mon.-Th.; 9-4 Fri.; 9-noon Sat. 440-964-3396.

The Blue Heron Art Gallery, 600 Main St., Volant, Pa. “A Splash of Color,” by students under direction of Jocelyn Beatty, through Nov. 27. Hours: 10-5 Wed.-Sat., noon-5 Sun. 724-652-0752, 724-533-2606 or www.blueherongallery.com.

Butler Institute of American Art, 343 E. State St., Salem. Hours: 11-4 Wed.-Sat. 330-332-8213.

Butler Institute of American Art, 9350 E. Market St., Howland. “Pierre Soulages: 14 May 1968,” on permanent display; “Wyeth Heritage: Andrew Wyeth (1917-2009): A Tribute,” Jan. 9-March 27, 2011 (exhibition opening and book signing 2 p.m. Jan. 8). Hours: 11-4 Wed.-Sun. 330-609-9900.

Butler Institute of American Art, 524 Wick Ave., Youngstown. “Sidney Cash’s Light Sculptures,” through Nov. 28; “Frank Gehry: Prints,” through Nov. 28; “Peter Ralston: Andrew Wyeth Photographs, through Nov. 28; “Asya Reznikov: Up-Routed To,” through Dec. 26; “20th Century Photographs from the Wells Fargo Collection,” through Dec. 31; “Raymond Lepore: Digital Photographs,” through Jan. 2; “Jedd Novatt: Sculpture,” through Jan. 2; “Annual Pastel Society of America Members Show,” Dec. through Jan. 30, 2011; “73rd Area Artists Annual Exhibition,” Jan. 9-Feb. 6 (meet the artists reception 1-3 p.m. Jan. 9); “Ira Thomas: Photographs,” through Dec. 2011; “Pastel artists Diane Belfiglio,” Feb. 13-April 3, 2011; “Art and Technology, works by technology artists Tom Cvetkovich, Mary Harman, Eduardo Kac, Dennis Marsico, Tony Martin, Ana Maria Nicholson, Nam June Paik, Jeffry Chiplis, Alejandro & Moira Sina and Bill Thompson, on continuing exhibit in Beecher Center Wing. Hours: 11-4 Tue.-Sat. and noon-4 Sun. Closed Mondays and major holidays. 330-743-1711 or www.butlerart.com.

Cleveland Museum of Art, Reinberger Gallery in the Gund Building, 11150 East Blvd., Cleveland. Hours: 10-5 Tue., Thu., Sat. and Sun.; 10-9 Wed. and Fri.; closed Mon. 216-421-7407.

Crandall Art Gallery, Mount Union College, at the corner of Simpson St. and Union Ave., Alliance. Hours: 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Mon.-Fri., 1-6 Sat. and Sun. 330-823-2083.

Danklef Hill Gallery, 515 E. State St., Salem. Gallery is closed. You are invited to continue to visit the website for updated artists portfolios, projects, events and future plans at www.thedhgallery.com 330-332-1760.

Hoyt Institute of Fine Arts, 124 E. Leasure Ave., New Castle. “Often overlooked genius of Oscar Bleumner,” through Dec. 23. Admission is free. Hours: 11-8 Tue. and Thu.; 11-4 Wed., Fri. and Sat.; closed Sun. and Mon. 724-652-2882 or www.hoytartcenter.org.

Kent State Downtown Art Gallery, 141 E. Main St., Kent. Hours: Noon-5 Wed.- Fri. and 10-4 Sat. 330-676-159 or galleries.kent.edu.

Kent State University Art Gallery, Terrace Drive, Kent. Hours: 11-5 Tue.-Fri. 330-672-7853.

Langenheim Memorial Library, Thiel College, 75 College Ave., Greenville, Pa. Free and open to the public. Hours: 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. Mon.-Fri. 724-589-2106 or www.thiel.edu/cbi.

Mary Schiller Myers School of Art, University of Akron, Emily Davis Gallery, University of Akron, Folk Hall, 150 E. Exchange St., Akron. Hours: 10-5, Mon., Tue., Fri., Sat.; 10-9 Wed., Thu. 330-972-5951.

McDonough Museum of Art, on the campus of YSU. Hours: 11-4 Tuesday-Saturday. Admission is free. 330-941-1400 or www.mcdonoughmuseum.ysu.edu.

Mill Creek MetroParks Weller Gallery, inside D.D. and Velma Davis Education and Visitor Center, Fellows Riverside Gardens, McKinley Avenue, Youngstown. “Farm Life: A Century of Change for Farm Families and Their Neighbors,” Farmers feed the world! In spite of this important truth, why do some families cling to life on the farm while a score of other families leave? This exhibit funded by NEH on the Road highlights the social and cultural issues brought by decades of change that touch all members of farming communities. Farm Life encourages visitors to make connections to their own families and communities, through Nov. 28. Hours: 10-5 Tue.-Sun. 330-740-7116.

Mill Creek MetroParks Melnick Museum, inside D.D. and Velma Davis Education and Visitor Center, Fellows Riverside Gardens, McKinley Avenue, Youngstown. “Best Drive in the Park,” Discover the rich history of the Mill Creek Golf Course designed by Donald Ross featuring original drawings, vintage photos and equipment, through December. Hours: 10-5 Tue.-Sun. 330-740-7116.

Old North Church Gallery, 7105 Herbert Road, Canfield. Open daily. (330) 533-6848.

Roberta’s Gallery of Fine Arts, 8 S. Main St., Columbiana. Hours: 11-4 Wed-Sat. or call for an appointment. 330-482-4522 or (330) 892-0306.

SMARTS Center, 258 Federal Plaza West, Youngstown. Hours: Open Tue.-Th. and by special appointment. 330-941-2787 or www.fpa.ysu.edu/smarts.

Springfield Township Museum, Youngstown-Pittsburgh Road, Petersburg (third building south of Knesal Hardware). The museum contains artifacts from businesses, farms, wars and Springfield High School as well as contributions from many residents of the township. Hours: 1-3 p.m. First Sunday monthly. 330-542-9810.

Steel Town Studios Gallery and Shop, 8 N. Phelps St., Youngstown. Works of area artist Bob Barko Jr. and displays of memorabilia featuring Idora Park, Isaly’s, Mill Creek Park, steel mills, movie theaters, historic and contemporary downtown, and more. Hours: evenings and weekends by appointment only. 330-743-8929.

Sutliff Museum, Warren-Trumbull County Public Library (second floor), 444 Mahoning Avenue N.W., Warren. Hours: 2-4 Wed.-Sat. Holiday collection of caroling figures from every walk of life, 2-4 p.m. Wed.-Sat. through Dec. except Christmas weekend. Open house, 2-4 p.m. Dec. 11. Closed holidays. Tours by appointment. 330-399-8807, ext. 121, or www.sutliffmuseum.org.

Trumbull Art Gallery, 196-198 E. Market St., Warren. Warren Posters Holiday exhibit “Warren Works,” through Jan. 7. Hours: noon to 4 p.m. Tue.-Sat. 330-395-4876 or www.trumbullartgallery.com.

Ward Bakery Building, Lynn Cardwell studio, 1024 Mahoning Ave. (across from U-Haul), Youngstown. Weekly pottery classes with Lynn Cardwell Tue., Wed. and Thu. 330-718-2696.

Youngstown State University McDonough Museum of Art, 1 University Plaza. Hours: 11-4 Tue. and Th.-Sat.; 11-8 Wed. 330-941-1400.

FLEA Markets

Antique and Flea Market of West Middlesex, Pa. Route 18 South, West Middlesex (off I-80, Exit 4-B, & Route 60). Hours: 9-5 Wed., Thu., Sat. and Sun.

Four Seasons Flea and Farm Market Inc., 3000 McCartney Road, Youngstown. 8-4 Wed. and Sun. 330-744-5050.

Menagerie Thrift & Gift Store, 6037 E. Market St., Warren. Antiques, collectibles, hobbies and more. Open 10-6 Mon-Sat. 330-856-5174.

Michaelangelo’s Indoor/Outdoor Flea Market, U.S. Route 422, Edinburg, Pa. Hours: 6-3 Sun. 724-652-6244.

Pulaski Flea Market, off Route 551 between West Middlesex and Pulaski, Pa. Hours: 6 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursdays. Take Route 18 South of center of West Middlesex to 551, just past the VFW Flea Market, turn right.

Rogers Community Open Air Flea Market, 45625 state Route 154, Rogers. Hours: 7:30 a.m.-dusk, Fri. 330-227-3236.

South Avenue Flea Market, 7689 South Ave., Boardman (1/2 mile south of 224). Furniture, home accessories, furnish your home or apt. Hours: 9-4 Sat. and Sun. 330-719-2090.

Warren Flea Market, 428 Main Ave. S.W., Warren. Hours: 8-5 Tue. and Sat. 330-399-8298.

Whistle Stop Flea Market, 809 N. Main St., Hubbard (between the Emerald Diner and tracks). Variety of new, used, vintage and antiques. NASCAR, Hot Wheels, Coca Cola. Huge selection of handbags, Murano glass, Rick’s Coins and Betty’s Blue Bagz are here. Fresh in stock Avon with 20% off all brochure orders. Rada Stainless cutlery, videos, silver and gold jewelry, touch lamps, gently worn toddler clothing. Hours: 10-5 Wed.-Sun. during winter months. 330-881-8546.

Wizard of Odds, 10966 Mahoning Ave., North Jackson (four miles west of Austintown Walmart, corner of routes 18 and 45). Antiques, primitives, collectibles, furniture (new, used and unusual). Over 50 vendors, handicapped accessible, snack area, clean restrooms. Open 10-6 seven days. 330-538-0444.

Special events

Angels for Animals, 4750 state Route 165, Canfield. New volunteer sign-up and orientation, Closed Sundays and Mondays. Find out how to earn purrs, wags and friendships with fellow volunteers. New volunteers sign-up during public hours. Help make a difference. 330-549-1111, ext. 316 (if no answer, please leave a message), or info@angelsforanimals.org.

B&O Station, 530 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown. Music by On Fire Entertainment. $2. Night of the Poets by Pure Energy, 7 p.m. first and third Thu. monthly. 330-330-3031.

Pig Iron Press, 26 N. Phelps St., downtown Youngstown. Work-In-Process Writing Workshop, 7-9 p.m. Fourth Wed. monthly. Walk-ins welcome. 330-747-6932.

St. Joseph the Provider Church, 633 Porter Ave., Campbell. Krakowiaki Polish Folk Circle includes Polish language, culture, crafts, dance and song lessons for children 3-18; opportunities for adults with the Village Folk Singers and Band, new members welcome. Every Thursday, 6-8 p.m. 330-646-4082 or www.Polish-youngstown.com.