Family Vacation Critic — the comprehensive family travel review website — has announced

Family Vacation Critic — the comprehensive family travel review website — has announced its annual list of the “Best U.S. Beaches for Families.”

v Walmanalo Bay Beach Park, Oahu, Hawaii: One of the cleanest beaches in the country, and far removed from the crowded beaches of Waikiki. Soft sand, calm waters for tiny swimmers, and manageable waves for new surfers.

v Outer Beach,Cape Cod, Mass: The Cape Cod National Seashore offers 40 miles of untouched beaches, and is an idyllic setting where families can enjoy the long bike rides, mini golf and clam bakes that keep families coming back year after year.

v Deerfield Beach, Near Fort Lauderdale, Fla.: Recognized for being an exceptionally clean beach, its stretches of sand are dotted with oversized boulders that create private pockets for beachgoers.

v Sand and Elbo Beaches,Acadia National Park, Maine: Known for its breathtaking and unspoiled beauty, Acadia’s beaches are some of the cleanest in the country and the park provides plenty to explore beyond the beach.

v Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Outer Banks, N.C.: Wide and uncluttered beaches line warm waters and plenty of places for families to play. As a preserved area, wildlife refuges, lighthouses and camping areas provide even more fun.

“the biggest loser” (8 p.m., nbc): What, no luau? On “The Biggest Loser,” our remaining contestants head to Hawaii, where they’ll be challenged to stick to their diets while on vacation. Oh, that’s just mean.

TV listings: B6

ENTERTAINMENT NEWS

Guitar ensemble plans performances

YOUNGSTOWN

The Dana School of Music will present a concert by the Dana Guitar Ensemble, Fran ßois Fowler, director, at 8 p.m. Thursday in Bliss Recital Hall.

A performance by the Dana Gypsy Jazz Ensemble, Randall Goldberg, director, will be featured.

A similar program will occur during the Guitar Ensemble’s Music at Noon performance, at 12:15 p.m. Wednesday at the Butler Institute of American art. Both recitals are free. For information, telephone 330-941-3636.

Military show, sale

KIRTLAND

The Militaria Show will come to Lakeland Community College from 5 to 9 p.m. Friday, and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday. The event will be in the Athletic and Fitness Center auxiliary gym.

Military items, including uniforms, edged weapons, medals and decorations, helmets, documents, books, aviation art, signed prints, World War II memorabilia and more will be available.

Admission is $4 ($2 for students). Go to lakelandmilitaryshow.info.

Cash Mob event

Youngstown

The Youngstown Cash Mob will visit Touch the Moon Candy Saloon, 8 Phelps St., downtown, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday. The store sells vintage candy, Easter baskets, popcorn, ice cream and hot dogs. ÔÉ Youngstown Cash Mob members visit one locally owned business each month to strengthen the local economy.