Embrace the festive spirit in the heart of the Mahoning Valley as it transforms into a winter wonderland with an array of enchanting holiday events. From dazzling light displays to cheerful parades and heartwarming community gatherings, the Mahoning Valley has something for everyone to celebrate the season.
Don’t miss the chance to showcase your own event and spread joy—submit your holiday gathering now and be a part of the merriment that makes this valley truly magical.
Submit Your Event to our Calendar at communitynews@spanningtheneed.com.
FRI23
February 23 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm EST
Student Press Freedom Day – YSU
Kilcawley Center – Youngstown State University One University Plaza, Youngstown, OH, United States
Journalism students will present a program on student press freedom on February 23 from 1:00pm-2:00pm in the Schwebel Lounge in Kilcawley Center at Youngstown State University. The gathering is part of a national observance designed to celebrate the contributions of student journalists and support their independence without censorship or threats to their advisers. The event
FRI23
February 23 @ 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm EST
Fish Fry
St. Nicholas Great Hall 762 Fifth Street, Struthers, OH, United States
A Fish Fry will be held for dine in or take out from 4:00pm-7:00pm at St. Nicholas Great Hall in Struthers on the following dates: Friday, February 16 Friday, February 23 Friday, March 1 Friday, March 8 Friday, March 15 Friday, March 22 Sponsored by St. Nicholas School, Moms’ and Dads’ Club, Christ our Savior
FRI23
February 23 @ 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm EST
Winter Talks Series – Ford Nature Center
Ford Nature Center 840 Old Furnace Rd., Youngstown, OH, United States
Ford Nature Center will be hosting a series of “Winter Talks” featuring the talents and knowledge of people from our community. “Winter Talks” will be held in the Education Building and are free to attend, but registration is required. Register online at millcreekmetroparks.org or call 330-740-7107 x129. List of topics, dates and times are: Stories
FRI23
February 23 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm EST
Father-Daughter Dance 2024
Boardman Township Park 375 Boardman-Poland Rd., Boardman, OH, United States
Boardman Park announces the upcoming dates for the 20th annual Father-Daughter Dance to be held this February in the Lariccia Family Community Center. The dance, first held in 2004, has expanded to offer families five special nights from which to select a date that best matches their busy schedule. Reservations for the 2024 Father-Daughter Dance
FRI23
February 23 @ 7:05 pm EST
Youngstown Phantoms vs. Chicago Steel
Covelli Centre 229 East Front Street, Youngstown, OH, United States
The Youngstown Phantoms take on the Chicago Steel at the Covelli Centre on Friday, February 23 and Saturday, February 24. Game time both nights is 7:05pm. The Saturday game is Country Night. Experience exciting USHL hockey. For tickets, call 330-747-PUCK (7825) or visit their website.
FRI23
February 23 @ 7:30 pm EST
It’s a Small World or the Robot Play – University Theatre
Ford Theater, Bliss Hall – Youngstown State University One University Plaza, Youngstown, OH, United States
Taking theater into the realm of science fiction, “It’s a Small World or the Robot Play” is a thought-provoking and visually stunning production exploring artificial intelligence’s implications. Set in a future where robots coexist with humans, this play delves into the complexities of technology, humanity, and the blurred lines between them. Audiences can expect a
FRI23
February 23 @ 7:30 pm EST
Jazz at Lincoln Center presents Sing and Swing
Ford Theater, Bliss Hall – Youngstown State University One University Plaza, Youngstown, OH, United States
February 23. 2024
SAT24
February 24 @ 8:00 am – 3:00 pm EST
Dave & Ed’s Super Swap Meet
Canfield Fairgrounds 7265 Columbiana-Canfield Rd., Canfield, OH, United States
February 24, 2024
SAT24
February 24 @ 6:00 pm EST
Harry Potter Night
Collingwood Center 633 Porter Ave., Campbell, OH, United States
The Collingwood Center will be hosting a Harry Potter Night on Saturday, February 24. Doors open at 6pm, event starts at 7pm. Tickets are $15 per person. There will be a special performance by the Austintown Fitch Rock Bands and a DJ from Diva Entertainment. Test your Harry Potter knowledge with their Harry Potter themed
SAT24
February 24 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm EST
Father-Daughter Dance 2024
Boardman Township Park 375 Boardman-Poland Rd., Boardman, OH, United States
Boardman Park announces the upcoming dates for the 20th annual Father-Daughter Dance to be held this February in the Lariccia Family Community Center. The dance, first held in 2004, has expanded to offer families five special nights from which to select a date that best matches their busy schedule. Reservations for the 2024 Father-Daughter Dance
SAT24
February 24 @ 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm EST
Cookie Table and Cocktails
Assumption Social Center at St. Mary’s Catholic Church 356 Belle Vista Ave., Youngstown, OH, United States
THIS EVENT IS NOW SOLD-OUT. Nothing says “Youngstown” like the wedding cookie table. Born out of necessity by immigrant families who could not afford a wedding cake, this tasty tradition has been handed down for generations in the diverse ethnic community that is Youngstown and the Mahoning Valley. Cookie Table and Cocktails, the Mahoning Valley
SAT24
February 24 @ 7:05 pm EST
Youngstown Phantoms vs. Chicago Steel
Covelli Centre 229 East Front Street, Youngstown, OH, United States
The Youngstown Phantoms take on the Chicago Steel at the Covelli Centre on Friday, February 23 and Saturday, February 24. Game time both nights is 7:05pm. The Saturday game is Country Night. Experience exciting USHL hockey. For tickets, call 330-747-PUCK (7825) or visit their website.
SAT24
February 24 @ 7:30 pm EST
It’s a Small World or the Robot Play – University Theatre
Ford Theater, Bliss Hall – Youngstown State University One University Plaza, Youngstown, OH, United States
Taking theater into the realm of science fiction, “It’s a Small World or the Robot Play” is a thought-provoking and visually stunning production exploring artificial intelligence’s implications. Set in a future where robots coexist with humans, this play delves into the complexities of technology, humanity, and the blurred lines between them. Audiences can expect a
SAT24
February 24 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm EST
Queen Nation #1 Tribute to the Music of Queen
Robins Theatre 1600 East Market Street, Warren, OH, United States
UEEN NATION #1 Tribute to the Music of Queen is coming to the Robins Theatre in downtown Warren, Ohio on Saturday, February 24, 2024 at 8 p.m. Doors will open at 7 p.m. Queen Nation is recognized as the most popular, accurate, and fully costumed re-creation of a vintage Queen concert in the US. Comprising
SUN25
February 25 @ 12:00 pm – 4:30 pm EST
Singles Dating Event
Steel Valley Brew Works 7401 Market Street, Boardman, OH, United States
A Singles Dating Event will be held at Steel Valley Brew Works on Sunday, February 25. (50’s, 60’s, 70’s) from 12:00pm-2:00pm and (20’s, 30’s, 40’s) from 2:30pm-4:30pm. Visit the Single Ton website for more information and ticket information.
SUN25
February 25 @ 2:00 pm EST
It’s a Small World or the Robot Play – University Theatre
Ford Theater, Bliss Hall – Youngstown State University One University Plaza, Youngstown, OH, United States
Taking theater into the realm of science fiction, “It’s a Small World or the Robot Play” is a thought-provoking and visually stunning production exploring artificial intelligence’s implications. Set in a future where robots coexist with humans, this play delves into the complexities of technology, humanity, and the blurred lines between them. Audiences can expect a
SUN25
February 25 @ 2:00 pm EST
Director’s Winter Lecture Series – Butler Art
Butler Institute of American Art 524 Wick Ave., Youngstown, OH, United States
The Butler Institute of American Art presents the Director’s Winter Lecture Series with Butler Director Dr. Louis Zona. Lectures are held on the following Sundays at 2:00pm in the Zona Auditorium (limited seating) 1st floor Beecher Center: FEBRUARY 25- European Abstraction at Mid Century MARCH 10- Saluting the 1960’s MARCH 24- Religious Themes in World
