Thursday, November 17, 2011
DANCES
Annual Snowflake Ball, 4 to 9 p.m. Dec. 11 at Avon Oaks Ballroom, 1401 N. State St., featuring Andrew Pueschel and Amanda Wolf. Advance ticket sales only available through Nov. 27. Adults, $40; $30 for full-time students. 330-502-5492.
Christmas Party with Del Sinchak, 7-11 p.m. Dec. 17, Kuzman’s, 1025 S. State St., Girard, 330-545-8521.
MUSIC
“The Messiah,” by Shenango Valley Chorale, 2:30 p.m. Nov. 20, First Presbyterian Church, Sharon, Pa.
Jason Budd, 7 p.m. Nov. 26, First Presbyterian Church of Hubbard. Doors open at 6 p.m. Tickets are $15; call 330-534-7818.
“An Olde English Feast,” by Shenango Valley Chorale, 6 p.m. Dec. 2, 3, 4, Tara, Clark, Pa. 724-974-1494.
Christmas Band Concert with Santa Claus, 2 p.m. Dec. 4, Packard Music Hall, 1703 Mahoning Ave. NW, Warren, 330-841-2619.
Holiday Concert by fifth and sixth grades, 7 p.m. Dec. 6, Boardman High School Performing Arts Center, 7777 Glenwood Ave., Boardman.
Big Band Jingle Bell Swing, 7:30 p.m. Dec. 9, Packard Music Hall, Warren, 330-841-2619.
Holiday Concert by Shenango Valley Chorale, 7:30 Dec. 9, Westminster College, New Wilmington, Pa.
Rockin’ Around the Town Square Christmas concert, 7:30 Dec. 9, 10, 11, Main Street Theater, Columbiana. Traditional Christmas songs, as well as original material. Tickets are $7.
Holiday Concert by Shenango Valley Chorale, 7:30 Dec. 10, First Presbyterian Church, Sharon, Pa.
Seasons Greetings with Youngstown Symphony Orchestra, featuring Carpathia Jenkins and Darren Thomas, 8 p.m. Dec. 10, Powers Auditorium, 260 W. Federal St., Youngstown. 330-744-0264.
A Holiday Concert with Wade Raridon Singers, 4 p.m. Dec. 11, Martin Luther Lutheran Church, 420 Clearmount Drive, corner of Hudson and Clearmount, Youngstown. An offering will be taken. 330-788-8707.
The Texas Tenors, 7:30 p.m. Dec. 13, Packard Music Hall, Warren. 330-399-4885.
Holiday concert by seventh and eighth grades, 7 p.m., Boardman High School Performing Arts Center, 7777, Glenwood Ave., Boardman.
John Tesh Big Band Christmas, 7:30 p.m. Dec. 16, Westminster College, New Wilmington, Pa. 724-946-7354.
String Quartet Holiday Concert, 5-6:30 p.m Dec. 17, St. James Meeting House, Boardman Park.
“Where are You Christmas,” 7 p.m. Dec. 18, First Covenant Church, 5210 Glenwood Ave., Boardman. 330-758-9753.
51st annual Boar’s Head and Yule Log Festival, 1:30 and 4:30, Jan. 8, St. John’s Episcopal Church, 232 Wick Ave., Youngstown. Performance-only tickets are $6. Optional dinner between the performances at 3:15, dinner and performance $15. Purchase tickets at the church office 9-3 Mon.-Th., 9-noon Fri. Closed Nov. 23 and 25.
ONSTAGE
“Yuletide Jamboree,” 7 p.m. Nov. 25, 26, 30, Dec. 1, 2 and 4; noon Nov. 29, 30, Dec. 6, 7, 10, 12 and 17, 34West Theater Company, Dutch Village Inn, state Route 14, Columbiana. Seating for the evening shows begin at 6:45 p.m. with the meal beginning at 7 p.m. Seating for matinees begins at 11:45 a.m. with a meal at noon. Tickets are $40, matinee $35. Discounts for groups of 8 or more. For reservations, call 866-482-5050.
“How the Drag Queen Stole Christmas,” 8 p.m. Dec. 2, 3, 9 and 10, Oakland Center for the Arts, 220 W. Boardman St., Youngstown. 330-746-0404.
“Finding Columbiana’s Christmas,” a Crown Theater Production, 7:30 Dec. 2, 3 and 4, Main Street Theater, Columbiana. Tickets are $10 at the door.
“The Nutcracker,” 1 and 7:30 p.m. Dec. 3, Ballet Western Reserve, Powers Auditorium, 260 W. Federal St., Youngstown. 330-744-0264.
“Only Make Believe,” 7:30 p.m. Dec. 3, Move Over Broadway, St. Michael Church sanctuary, Route 46, Canfield. 330-533-8789.
“In the Spirit of Christmas,” 7:30 p.m. Dec. 2, 3, 8, 9, 10 and 2 p.m. Dec. 4, 11, Victorian Players Theater, 702 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown. 330-746-5455.
“A Christmas Carol,” 8 p.m. Dec. 9, 10, 16, 17 and 2 p.m. Dec. 11, 18, Salem Community Theater, 490 E. State St., Salem. 330-332-9688.
“A Christmas Carol,” 8 p.m. Dec. 9, 10, 16, 17, and 3 p.m. Dec. 11, 18, Kent Trumbull Theater, 4314 Mahoning Ave. NW, Warren 330-675-8887.
“Scrooge the Musical,” 7:30 p.m. Dec. 9, 10, 16, 17 and 2:30 p.m. Dec. 11,18, Youngstown Playhouse, 600 Playhouse Lane, Youngstown. For tickets, call the 330-788-8739.
“Where’s Rudolph,” 7 p.m. Dec. 9, 10, 16, 17 and 2 p.m. Sunday Dec. 18, Stage Left Players, Trinity Playhouse, 234 E. Lincoln Way, Lisbon. 330-831-7249.
“Miracle on Easy Street,” 8 p.m. Dec. 16 and 17, 2:30 p.m. Dec. 17 and 18, Powers Auditorium, Youngstown. 330-743-8555.
“The Ugly Christmas Sweater Revue,” 8 p.m. Dec. 16, 17, 18, Rust Belt Theater Company, Calvin Center, 755 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown. 330-507-2358.
“Joy!” A Christmas Rock Musical, 7 Dec. 16, 17, 18, Cardinal Mooney High School auditorium. For more information, contact Joanne Carney Smith at 330-788-5007.
POP ROCK
The Christmas Music of Mannheim Steamroller, 7:30 p.m. Dec. 9, Covelli Centre, downtown Youngstown. Tickets are $36.50 to $56.50. www.ticketmaster.com or 1-800-745-3000.
Trans-Siberian Orchestra, 3:30 and 8:15 p.m. Dec. 23, Consol Energy Center, Pittsburgh, 800-745-3000.
Trans-Siberian Orchestra, 3 and 8 p.m. Dec. 30, Quicken Loans Arena, Cleveland, 888-894-9424.
SALES AND SHOWS
Upton Association’s Holiday Sale, 9-4 Nov. 18 and 19, Upton House, 380 Mahonnig Ave. NW, Warren. 330-289-8120.
Magic of the Angels Christmas Easter Seals benefit, 6 p.m. Nov. 19, Mr. Anthony’s, Boardman. Gourmet dining and dancing. Live and silent auctions. Cost: $80 per person. Call 330-599-5500 for reservations.
Second annual Holiday Open House and Art Sale, noon-5, Nov. 19, 20, 26, Calvin Center for the Art, 755 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown. Admission is free. Features work of local artists including painters, sculptors, photographers, jewelry and clothing designers and crafters. First 50 people to make a purchase will receive a free gift from the Rust Belt Theater Company. Also features homemade baked goods and locally grown and canned items. Holiday entertainment will be provided while you shop.
Holiday Open Studio and Art Sale, noon-5 Nov. 19, 20 and 26, Artists of the Mahoning Commons, Ward Bakery Bldg., 1024 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown. Painting, jewelry, sculpture, pottery, fiber art, glass, mixed media, drawing, prints, photography and custom woodwork. A chance auction will be held. Admission is free. For more information call 330-718-2696.
Austintown annual Community Christmas Tree Lighting, 6:45 Dec. 1, Wickliffe Circle Fire Station, 4102 Mahoning Ave. Fitch Brass Band will play sing-a-long Christmas carols. Santa Claus will arrive on a fire truck. Hot chocolate, punch, cookies and candy will be served. 330-792-1129.
22nd annual Holiday Arts and Crafts Bazaar, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Dec. 2, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Dec. 3, Salem Memorial Building Assoc., 785 E. State St., Salem. Crafts, candies, baked goods etc. available and auction. Lunch will include soup, sandwiches, desserts and beverages from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday and 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Sat. Proceeds will benefit The Memorial Building activities and services for all ages year round.
Student Art Association Fine Art and Craft Sale, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Dec. 3, noon to 5 p.m. Dec. 4, at McDonough Museum of Art on the campus of YSU. Free to the public.
Once Upon a Christmas Craft Show, 9-4 Dec. 3, Ursuline Center, 4300 Shields Road, Canfield. Presented by Ursuline Preschool and Kindergarten. Admission is free. For more information call 330-792-4150.
Holiday Arts and Crafts Show, 10-5 Dec. 3, 10-4, Dec. 4, Butler Museum of Art, 524 Wick Ave. Sat.: Face painting, ,Violin Suzuki Players and Youngstown Connection; Sun: Mr. and Mrs. Claus Sun. from 1-3, face painting, Bonfoey Co., free fine art appraisals, Jeff Byce auctioneer, Erie Heights Brass Ensemble. Admission: $5 for adults with children under 12 free. Free parking in YSU decks.
Memories of Christmas Past, Dec. 3-Jan. 8, Arms Family Museum, 648 Wick Ave., Youngstown. Vintage decorations including ornaments, lighting, trees, toys and trains. Hours: 1-5 p.m. Tue.-Sun. Closed Mondays, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Years Day. Admission: $6 for adults; $5 for senior citizens; $4 for children ages 33-18; under 3 is free. Proceeds help fund the educational and exhibit programs sponsored by the Mahoning Valley Historical Society.
11th annual Holiday Open House, 5-9 Dec. 9; noon-6 Dec. 10, Steel Town Studios, 8 N. Phelps St., Youngstown. Works of local fine graphic artists Bob Barko Jr. and displays of memorabilia featuring Youngstown popular culture highlighting Idora Park, Isaly’s, Mill Creek Park, steel mills, local movie theaters, historic and contemporary downtown and more. Unique gift items available. Light refreshments. Admission is free.
SPECIAL EVENTS
Light Up the Night New Castle, 5 p.m. Nov. 17, entertainment begins and vendors open; 6 p.m. parade lineup; 7 p.m. parade; fireworks immediately following the parade.
Boys & Girls Club of Youngstown annual Holiday Gala and Reverse raffle, 6 p.m. Nov. 18, The Embassy, 5030 Youngstown-Poland Road, Struthers. Mike Sciortino will serve as emcee. Begins with hors d’oeuvres and cocktails followed by formal buffet at 7 and raffle at 8. Tickets for raffle and dinner are $100 each. $50 for dinner only. 330-726-3477.
Hermitage Holiday Light Parade, 6 p.m. Nov. 19, a night of lights, floats and Santa Claus.
Olde Fashioned Christmas at the Mill, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 26 and 27. Lanterman’s Mill will be decked out in holiday finery. You can taste chestnuts roasted over an open fire, give Santa your wish list, purchase unique gifts, watch artisans demonstrate crafts, and be entertained by a juggler, a balloon artist, and many fine musicians. If you wish to share the holiday spirit with others, bring a hat, scarf, or pair of mittens to decorate a “Giving Tree.” Donated items will warm-up children in need from Mahoning County this winter.
Christmas at the Mill Hike, 2 p.m. Nov. 27. Join Bill Whitehouse for a leisurely and informative walk to Lanterman’s Mill and back. Meet at Scholl Recreation Area. Moderate difficulty, 2 miles.
Santa on the Train, 1 p.m. Nov. 26, 27; 11, 1 and 3 Dec. 3, 10; 1 and 3 Dec. 4, 11, Ashtabula Carson Jefferson Scenic Line, 161 E. Jefferson St., Jefferson. Ride the “Carson Express” to the North Pole. Santa and Mrs. Claus will board for the ride back. Each child will receive a small gift. The round trip journey will be in vintage full size decorated, heated coaches and takes one hour and covers 12 miles. Admissions: $15 ages 13 and up; $10 ages 1-12. Groups wanting to be seated together must purchase tickets as one order, assigned seating is used. Late requests cannot be honored. Free parking next to tracks. Tickets at www.familytrainrides.com or 440-576-6346 or 216-759-5772.
Christmas Splendor Holiday open house, 6-8, Dec. 2, Upton House, Warren. No Charge.
2011 Youngstown Holiday Parade and Festival, 1-7 Dec. 3, Hands on interactive exhibits at Roger & Gloria Jones Children’s Center for Science and Technology, Federal Street, Downtown, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; lunch with Santa’s elves at Youngstown Club, 11 a.m. -2 p.m., $15.95 per adult, $9.95 for child, reservations required at 330-744-2177; YSU SMARTS, 20 Federal Plaza, free hands-on holiday art activities for children of all ages, indoor train rides, Santa’s workshop, pictures with Santa, food and holiday vendors, evergreen wreaths and garland available for purchase, caroling and entertainment, 1-7; holiday parade, arrival of Santa and street vendors on Federal Street at 3 p.m.; lighting of the Christmas Tree following the parade on Federal square. 330-742-4040.
Winter Celebration: Merry & Bright: a Whimsical Adventure, 10-5 Dec. 3-31, except Mondays and Christmas Day. Davis Education and Visitor Center, Fellows Riverside Gardens.
Poland annual Lighting and Village Christmas Celebration, 5:30-7:30 Dec. 3, Krakowiaki Polish Folk Circle caroling at Peterson Park; lighting of the tree and Santa at Town Hall; puppet show, carolers, Mrs. Claus reading a Christmas story and Kravitz will provide Cider and cookies at Poland Library. 330-757-2488.
Wigilia Christmas Eve dinner by Polish Arts Club of Youngstown, 1-5 Dec. 4, The Youngstown Club, 201 E. Commerce St. Fortune telling, Polish Christmas Market, a basket and 50/50 raffle. Nativity play (in English) and Polish koledy, Christmas carol sing-along. Adults, $30 each, $50 per couple, children 6-12 $10, 5 and under free. Reservations are mandatory and due by Nov. 30. No tickets sold at the door. 330-647-9634.
Santa and his Reindeer, 11-2 Dec. 4, MetroParks Farm. Visit Santa and one of his favorite reindeer. Bring your camera. Children can make a craft.
Boardman Community Christmas and tree dedication, 4-6 p.m. Dec. 4, Boardman Park. Sign up your group, class or family to decorate one of the park’s evergreen trees using natural decorations for the wildlife to enjoy. Santa arrives at 4:20 by firetruck. Enjoy music and caroling and Boardman High School Band will play at 4:30. Free Christmas wagon rides and a bonfire. Canned food donations will be collected for Second Harvest Food Bank. 330-726-8107 or email ssnow@BoardmanPark.com.
Merry & Bright Nights, 5-7 Dec. 4, 11, 18, Fellows Riverside Gardens, with music, cocoa and sugar cookies at the Davis Center. Bring a nonperishable food item to donate to Gleaners Food Bank.
Supper with Santa, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Dec. 8, Boardman Park. Enjoy Santa’s company while you eat, make crafts and enjoy the music. Professional pictures included in the fee of $6 per Boardman resident, $8 for non-residents. Two years old and under are free. Purchase tickets at the park office. Tickets will not be sold at the door.
Story Time with Mrs. Claus, 12:30-2 Dec. 10 and 2-3:30 Dec. 11, Upton House, 380 Mahoning Ave., Warren. For children ages 3 to 9. $10 per child. Reservations required. Printable reservation forms available on website. Mrs. Claus will read stories to the children. An individual picture of each child will be taken and Mrs. Claus and her helpers will assist the children with decorating a frame to hold their special photo, as well as help them to make other craft items. A light lunch will be served (special child-friendly menu). Parents and Grandparents will be served refreshments in the library while the children are spending time with Mrs. Claus and her helpers.
American Slovak Cultural Association Vilija Dinner, 4 p.m. Dec. 11, St. Thomas Church Father Snock Center, 2800 Shady Run Road, Youngstown. A traditional Slovak Christmas Eve dinner with music and carols. $20 per person. For reservations call 330-533-7077 or email loretta@ekoniak.net.
Santa’s Calling, 6 to 8 p.m. Dec. 13 and 14, Boardman Park. Children ages 3 to 8 can receive a phone call from Santa by picking up a form at the park office or downloading it from the website www.boardmanpark.com. Completed forms should be returned to the park office, 375 Boardman Poland Road or faxed to 330-726-4562. The deadline is Dec. 13. Only one call will be made to each family. There is no fee.
Holiday Magic, 5:30-7:30 Dec. 14-18, Tylee Park, Hubbard. Visit Santa in Santa’s Cottage while enjoying carolers, hot cocoa and cookies around the fire. This free event is sponsored by the Tylee Park Restoration Committee and the Hubbard Historical Society.
Cookies for Santa, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Dec. 19, Boardman Park. Make cookies, holiday waffles, crafts and more for Santa with your children. Cost: $5 for Boardman residents, $7 for non-residents. For ages 3 and older. Purchase tickets at the park. No tickets sold at the door.