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AUCTIONS

Campbell Memorial High School will host a quarter auction at 10 a.m. Saturday at St. Michael Byzantine Church, 463 Robinson Road. Cost is $5 for one paddle and $3 for each additional paddle. Proceeds will benefit the Campbell High School classes of 2020 and 2021 and will be used for dances, prom, commencement and more. Local vendors and small business owners will be available to shop during the auction.

BINGO

Christ the Good Shepherd Parish, Infant of Prague Guild, 633 Porter Ave., Campbell, will host its annual bingo and card party luncheon Sunday in St. Joseph the Provider Hall. Doors will open at 11 a.m., lunch will be served from noon to 12:45 p.m., and bingo will start at 1. The cost is $6, and there will be door prizes and raffles. Proceeds will benefit the church, altar and CCD student programs. For information, call 330-942-8561 or 330-755-5267.

St. Patrick Church, 367 N. Main St., Hubbard, will host an Altar and Rosary bingo and card party at 1 p.m. Sunday. Cost is $6 per person, and a light lunch will be served. The church is handicapped accessible. There will be a basket auction, 50-50 raffle and door prizes.

CRAFT SHOWS

Central Christian Church, 2051 E. Market St., Warren, will host its fourth annual craft show from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday. There will be eight independent vendors selling primitives, folk art, wooden puzzles, handmade jewelry, fall/winter decor, wall hangings, bibs, aprons, homemade goat-milk soap, lotions, paintings on wood, slate and canvas, knit and crochet items and food. The proceeds from table rentals will go to the Pastor’s Discretionary Fund and the basket auction proceeds will benefit the church building fund. For information, call 330-372-1676 Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Pleasant Valley Church, 2055 Pleasant Valley Road, Niles, will host The ChristmasTown Artisan Shoppes from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday and from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday. More than 30 local artisans, boutique owners, and businesses will offer one-stop shopping featuring artwork, fine crafts, home decor, jewelry, boutique clothing and homemade baked goods. There also will be a cafe for lunch, live music, gift drawings, an ornament-making booth and more. A featured jewelry maker will be Karen Rumple, Mahoning Valley native and missionary to the Dominican Republic. Proceeds from her sales will benefit the Widow Program she started with Grace and Peace Missionary Fellowship in the Dominican Republic. Rumple’s booth will have many pieces of jewelry made from Blue Larimar, the rarest form of pectolite found only in the Dominican Republic. Proceeds from the event will benefit the Oaks Center Initiative, a resource for children and youth of the Mahoning Valley as well as for those overcoming addictions.

Our Lady of the Lakes Ladies Guild will host a craft show from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday at Our Lady of the Lakes Family Center, 1254 Grandview Road, Lake Milton. Free admission, free parking, handicapped accessible, lunch counter and 50-50 raffle. Vendors are needed and tables may be reserved for $25. For information, call Carol at 330-538-2400 or email to cry37@att.net.

St. Christine Twinning Ministry will host a holiday craft show to raise funds for the church’s sister parish in Uganda. The show will take place from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday at St. Christine’s School, 3165 S. Schenley Road. There will be more than 50 vendors, food, basket auction and a 50-50 raffle. Admission is free. Call Debbie Woodford for more information at 330-720-2708.

Peter Allen Inn and Event Center, 8581 State St., Kinsman. will host its Fall Art Show and Wine Tasting from noon to 5 p.m. Sunday. The work of local painters, crafters and photographers will be available for purchase among the featured work. Complimentary hors d’oeuvres will be offered. In addition, the Kinsman Tavern will be open with a menu of food, drink and adult beverages throughout the day. Admission is free.

Youngstown Saxon Club Ladies Branch 22 needs vendors for its seventh annual Fall Craft Show that will take place from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 11 in the ballroom, 710 S. Meridian Road. Cost for an 8-foot table is $25 and $5 for extra electrical outlets. Food will be available, and a basket and 50-50 raffle are scheduled. For information, call Betty at 330-788-4274.

DANCES

Boardman United Methodist Church, 6809 Market St., is offering community dance lessons at 4 p.m. Wednesdays. Each lesson is one hour, and the cost is $5 per lesson. This is an activity to get moving, to meet new people and to learn new dances. For more information or questions, call Doreen at 330-309-0773.

FUNDRAISERS

Mahoning Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution is announcing “Shop for Honor,” a Veterans Day fundraiser to support local veterans from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 11 at Bethel Friends Social Hall, 2771 Spitler Road, Poland. Admission is free. Local independent sales consultants and craft vendors will sell products just in time for the holidays. In addition to gifts, there will also be a basket auction and bake sale with a sitting area for guests to enjoy desserts and coffee. You do not need to be present to win the basket auction. Vendor applications will be accepted until the event is full. For information on the event or how to become a vendor, contact Sarah Keeler at sarahdipity12@gmail.com or Marty Campana at mcampana@northwood.com.

Northeast Ohio Adoption Services will host Girls Night Out from 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday at Ciminero’s Banquet Centre, 123 N. Main St., Niles. Enjoy a buffet dinner along with a 50-50 cash raffle and chance auction. Gather your friends and get your picture taken. Bottomless wine for $20 and keep the glass, and you will be entered for a chance to win a grand prize. Girls Night Out will benefit Northeast Ohio Adoption Services and Foster for a Difference Program.

Primary Health Network Charities and the Children’s Center of Mercer County will host “Just Kidding,” a comedy night fundraiser from 5 to 9 p.m. Saturday at the Park Inn by Radisson, Sharon, 3377 New Castle Road, West Middlesex, Pa. Comedians are KP Burke, New York Comedy Club; Joel Richardson, The Comedy Point; and Kevin Israel, as seen on NBC, CBS, ABC and Fox. VIP admission is $85 which includes dinner, appetizers, show and preshow entertainment. General admission is $25 and includes the show, snacks and soft drinks. Tickets may be purchased at www.ccmcpa.org or at phnfoundation.net/events.aspx#JustKidding.

Recipes of Youngstown group on Facebook will host a fall tasting event to honor the Armed Forces and to promote the group’s third cookbook. “Stars, Stripes & Servings” will take place from noon to 4 p.m. Nov. 11 at the Tyler History Center, 325 W. Federal St., in downtown Youngstown. More than 30 family dishes will be prepared by bakers whose recipes are included in the new cookbook. A portion of the proceeds will be used to fund a newly established scholarship at the YSU Foundation to provide assistance to military veterans finishing their education. Admission is free, tasting tickets are six for $5.00, and tickets also are available for raffle baskets. Free adjacent parking is available in the west side lot. For information, call 330-743-2589 or visit www.mahoninghistory.org.

Springfield Township EMS Auxiliary/Association has joined forces with Springfield Township Council of Churches and Community to host a fall beef tip and noodle dinner fundraiser from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday at St. Paul the Apostle Church, 10143 Main St. in New Middletown. Dinners are donation only, and all proceeds will benefit the STEMSAA and STCCC, which provides scholarships, supports the toy and food drive and participates in the Christmas Basket Program for needy families. Takeout will be available. For information, call 330-519-8182.

St. Patrick Church in Youngstown will host its fall Sauce and Song event Sunday. Proceeds will benefit Catholic Charities hurricane relief. The spaghetti dinner is set for 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the social hall. The menu includes the main entree, salad, bread, dessert and beverage. The cost is $8 for adults and $5 for children age 8 and under. Carryouts will be available, and containers will be provided. The concert in the church will begin at 1:30 p.m. and feature barbershop harmony by the Stephen Foster Chorus. The concert is free and open to the community, although free-will offerings will be appreciated. For information, contact the parish office, 330-743-1109.

Western Reserve United Methodist Church, 4580 Canfield Road, will host “A Night of Fabulous Floral Designs” fundraiser Nov. 9. The doors open at 6 p.m., and the program begins at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $20. Proceeds will benefit a mission trip to Baton Rouge for Hurricane Relief. For information, call 330-792-5805.

PROGRAMS

Friends of the Library, Canfield Committee, will host a Christmas at the White House with the First Ladies holiday tea at 2 p.m. Sunday at the Canfield Public Library. The fundraiser features the Salem Preservation Society portraying four former First Ladies discussing the holiday season during their time in residence. Tea sandwiches and sweets will be served. Bringing a favorite teacup is optional. Raffle prizes include tickets to an Ohio State football game, jewelry and other items. Tickets are $30 per person, and reservations are available by calling the development office at 330-740-6086.

Newton Falls Public Library, 204 S. Canal St., offers one-on-one sessions with a technology educator. Call 330-872-1282 to reserve a 45-minute time slot Monday afternoons or evenings. Bring your own tablet, device or laptop or use one of ours. Registration is required for all sessions.

Youngstown State University is continuing the free lecture series on Energy and the Environment for the fourth academic year at 7 p.m. Wednesday in Cushwa Hall, Room B100. This fall the impacts of fossil fuel take center stage. There is free parking along Lincoln Avenue and nearby streets. The speaker series is sponsored in part by The James Dale Ethics Center. The program will feature Dr. Kim Anderson of Oregon State University via Skype. “Mobile Device for Measuring Chemical Exposures, Location and Respiratory Health and Comparisons with Conventional Technologies,” with examples from Ohio, Oregon, New York, Africa and Peru.

SALES

Boardman United Methodist Church is collecting items for Veterans Outreach. Items needed include white tube socks, toilet paper, toiletries, shampoo, bar soap, body wash, body lotion, deodorant, toothpaste, disposable razors, and combs and brushes. Drop off donations at 6809 Market St., Boardman.

Grace Lutheran Church, 162 S. Raccoon Road, Austintown, will host its annual trash and treasure sale from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday. There also will be food for sale including homemade vegetable beef soup, pork and sauerkraut sandwiches, sloppy joes, hot dogs, pie and various baked goods. Beginning at 12:30 p.m., all clothing will be $1 a bag and all merchandise will be half price. Proceeds will benefit local charities and the church’s women’s programs.

Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, 4500 Norquest Blvd., Austintown, will be having a rummage sale in the Parish Center from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nov. 11 and 12. On Nov. 12, all merchandise will be priced at one half off.

Mount Olivet United Church of Christ, North Lima, will host its fall rummage sale at 410 W. South Range Road. Hours are 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday with a bake sale; 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday with lunch available; and 9 a.m. to noon next Monday will be $1 bag day. There will be miscellaneous items, clothing, antiques, collectibles, and more. For information, call 330-549-2169.

SPECIAL EVENTS

Girard Knights of Columbus Ladies Auxiliary has chosen the USO of Northeastern Ohio as its charity for November. Members and anyone interested are asked to donate baby items, diapers, lotion, baby shampoo, bottles, diaper cream, outfits, blankets (newborn to 6 months) to be given to the USO. The ladies will put together “Baby Sea Bags” and will distribute them to Ohio service members and families who are expecting or have recently added a new member. Tanya Karabanovas, event and volunteer manager, will collect items at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 7 at the Knights of Columbus Hall, 122 N. State St. The K. of C. women will also be in Rosetta Hall Oct. 29 after the 7:30, 9:30 and 11:30 a.m. Masses to collect donations from parishoners. For information, contact Angie at 330-530-3555; Norma at 330-539-4649; or Charlene at 330-545-4748.

Poland Lions will host a “Blanket of Kindness” Drive throughout November and will be collecting new and gently used, washable blankets and comforters in all sizes for children and families in need. Donation drop off sites are Poland United Methodist Church, Poland Home Savings & Loan, Poland Farmers National Bank, Towne & Country Dry Cleaners, Wittenauer’s Cafe, LaFrance Cleaners and First National Bank in Boardman. Monetary donations may be mailed to The Poland Lions Blanket Drive, P.O. Box 5424, Poland, OH 44514.

Youngstown Model Railroad Association will have an open house Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 11 and 12 and Dec. 2 and 3. The open house is at 751 N. Four Mile Run Road. Hours will be from noon to 6 p.m. There is a $5 donation per person, and children 11 and under will be admitted free with an adult. Refreshments will be available. Visit the club website for more information: www.ymra.org.

TRIPS AND TOURS

AARP 3104 Canfield will host a mystery trip in November. Nonmembers and guests are welcome at meetings and bus trips. For membership information, call Connie at 330-332-0121.

Ohio Living Park Vista Senior Center will host a trip to Wheeling Island and festival of lights at Oglebay at 8 a.m. Nov. 15. A snack will be provided and bingo and raffle drawings will take place en route. The bus leaves the center at 8:30 to meet the rest of the group at 9 at Youngstown Skate, 7080 Tiffany Boulevard, Boardman. A $25 casino slot incentive will be given upon arrival. Bus will depart at 4 p.m. to travel to Oglebay to shop and view the festival of lights. Payment is due at registration to reserve a seat.

Trumbull County Farm Bureau board of trustees invites the public to take a wine tour Saturday to visit three local destinations: Hartford Hill, Greene Eagle and Country Porch. The tour starts with tasting and a tour at 2:30 p.m. at Hartford Hill Winery and will serve as the first and last stop of the tour. The bus will depart for the next part of the tour at 3:30 p.m. sharp. The bus returns about 6:45 p.m. to Hartford Hill for dinner. The cost for Farm Bureau members is $30; nonmembers, $60. Join or renew membership and get $15 off the Farm Bureau member ticket price. This includes bus transportation, tastings at each stop, private tours, all-inclusive dinner, a complimentary Farm Bureau wine glass and live entertainment. To register, call the Farm Bureau at 440-437-8700 or visit www.tcfbwinetour.eventbrite.com

A calendar of activities to which the public is invited is published Monday. Please submit information to the Society Department by noon Thursday.