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.
May 2024
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May 3 National Paranormal Day
National Paranormal Day
Each year on May 3rd National Paranormal Day people who believe in paranormal activities are encouraged to get together and share their experiences with each other. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); #NationalParanormalDay Paranormal is a term used to describe occurrences that can’t be explained by ordinary scientific measures. They are outside the norm. Many words
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May 3 National Specially-abled Pets Day
National Specially-abled Pets Day
Annually on May 3rd, National Specially-abled Pets Day shines a spotlight on the needs of pets with disabilities. #SpeciallyAbledPetsDay This day is set aside to educate the public about caring for disabled pets. The day features disabled animals looking for a home. It also encourages animal lovers to consider choosing a disabled pet when they are
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May 3 World Press Freedom Day
World Press Freedom Day
Every year, May 3 is when the world celebrates the fundamental principles of press freedom. It’s a day to evaluate press freedom around the world, to defend the media from attacks on their independence and to pay tribute to journalists who have lost their lives in the exercise of their profession. At the core of
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May 3 School Lunch Hero Day
School Lunch Hero Day
The first Friday in May is School Lunch Hero Day, dedicated to those men and women who make the cafeterias and the schools a better place to be! What was your favorite school lunch? Do you remember the smiling face who served it to you? #SchoolLunchHeroDay For many children, the cafeteria is the first place
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May 3 National Space Day
National Space Day
National Space Day dedicates the first Friday in May to the extraordinary achievements, benefits, and opportunities in the exploration and use of space. The goal of the observance is to promote math, science, technology, and engineering education in young people, The hope is to inspire them to pursue a career in science, especially a career in
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May 3 @ 12:00 pm EDT
World Press Freedom Day
Mahoning County Courthouse 120 Market St., Youngstown, OH, United States
Members of the Youngstown Press Club will observe World Press Freedom Day on May 3 by reading the names of 99 journalists killed during the past year while practicing their profession. The event, which is part of a global recognition, will begin at noon in the Mahoning County Courthouse rotunda, 120 Market St. The featured speaker will
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May 3 @ 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm EDT
First Fridays – Downtown Youngstown
Downtown Youngstown 20 Federal Place, Youngstown, OH, United States
May 3, 2024
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May 3 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm EDT
Party on the Lawn ft. RDNA
The Youngstown Foundation Amphitheatre 201 S. Phelps St., Youngstown, OH, United States
JAC Management Group, Youngstown Foundation Amphitheatre, and Wean Park are excited to announce PARTY ON THE LAWN featuring RDNA as part of the Premier Bank Community Event Series and Downtown Youngstown’s First Fridays! Free admission. The concert will be held on Friday, May 3 from 8:00pm-10:00pm at the Youngstown Foundation Amphitheatre.
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May 4 National Weather Observers Day
National Weather Observers Day
National Weather Observers Day on May 4th provides a day for the people who enjoy watching and observing the weather. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); #WeatherObserversDay Weather observers often assist the National Weather Service as Storm Spotters. These hobbyists are valuable resources for communities. This day is also an opportunity to get out and learn
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May 4 National Star Wars Day
National Star Wars Day
May the Fourth be with you each year on National Star Wars Day. Or is it, “May the force be with you?” It all depends on whether you like using puns or not. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); #NationalStarWarsDay Thousands of Star Wars enthusiasts celebrate this day each year with parties and celebrations around the
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May 4 Kentucky Derby Day
Kentucky Derby Day
The Kentucky Derby is a tradition that takes place on the first Saturday in May. #KentuckyDerby Its long and storied history brings out a taste for mint juleps, colorful sun hats and a thrill for the race. The jockeys and horses will prepare for the day at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky. The first in the
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May 4 @ 9:00 am EDT
5K & Kids Fun Run – White House Fruit Farm
White House Fruit Farm 9249 State Route 62, Canfield, OH, United States
May 4, 2024
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May 4 @ 11:00 am – 3:00 pm EDT
Farm Animal Baby Shower
MetroParks Farm 7574 Columbiana-Canfield Rd., Canfield, OH, United States
May 4, 2024
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May 4 @ 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm EDT
Trivia & Craft Nights
Café Rosé 4491 Mahoning Avenue, Youngstown, OH, United States
Join Café Rosé and Sarah’s Ceramic Studio every First Saturday of the month for a Trivia & Craft Night from 5:30pm-7:30pm! While testing your knowledge, you will craft a specially themed ceramic item, and trivia winners will win a prize basket. Advanced registration is required at www.sarahsceramicstudio.com. Event dates at Café Rosé are: February 3
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May 4 @ 7:30 pm EDT
Turn To Stone: A Tribute to ELO
DeYor Performing Arts Center 260 W. Federal Street, Youngstown, OH, United States
Turn To Stone: A Tribute to ELO will be held on Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 7:30pm in Ford Family Recital Hall at the DeYor Performing Arts Center. Turn To Stone: A Tribute to ELO delivers an unforgettable evening of Electric Light Orchestra’s biggest hits! Experience the magic and nostalgia of the legendary rock band as
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May 4 @ 7:30 pm EDT
Sunset Stroll in the Blossoms
White House Fruit Farm 9249 State Route 62, Canfield, OH, United States
Unwind amidst the peach and apple blossoms while you stroll the orchards at sunset at White House Fruit Farm on Saturday, May 4 at 7:30pm. Enjoy complimentary refreshments or add a charcuterie cup for an elevated experience. Ticket includes light refreshments and private orchard access. This event makes for the perfect date night! Grab a
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May 4 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm EDT
HARD DAY’S NIGHT Beatles Tribute
Robins Theatre 1600 East Market Street, Warren, OH, United States
WARREN, OHIO – Top-rated touring Beatles tribute, HARD DAY’S NIGHT, is returning to rock n’ roll the Robins Theatre in downtown Warren, Ohio on Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 8 p.m. Hailing from the rock and roll city of Cleveland, Ohio, Hard Day’s Night has been entertaining the masses in America and abroad since 1996.
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May 5 National Cartoonists Day
National Cartoonists Day
Observed on May 5th each year, National Cartoonists day honors all those creative ink-stained artists, past and present, and the fascinating pieces they have created. Throughout the years, their talents bring humor, entertainment into our lives while provoking thought and debate, too. #NationalCartoonistsDay American comic strip writer and artist, Richard Outcault (January 14, 1863 –
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May 5 National Astronaut Day
National Astronaut Day
National Astronaut Day on May 5th each year celebrates Astronauts as true heroes. The day’s mission is to inspire ALL to “reach for the stars” by sharing “out of this world” Astronaut stories and experiences. #NationalAstronautDay On May 5th, 1961, Astronaut Alan Bartlett Shepard Jr. became the first American in space aboard the Freedom 7
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May 5 Cinco De Mayo’s Day
Cinco De Mayo’s Day
Cinco De Mayo’s deeply rooted history in the Franco-Mexican War influenced Mexican-Mexican American communities in the early years of the American Civil War. In the early 1860s, as the Civil War erupted, these communities took up the banner of the Cinco De Mayo celebration as a way to commemorate the cause of freedom and democracy.
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May 5 @ 11:00 am – 1:00 pm EDT
Mommy and Me Tea
Boardman Township Park 375 Boardman-Poland Rd., Boardman, OH, United States
Boardman Township Park will host the Mommy and Me Tea on Sunday, May 5 from 11:00am-1:00pm and 3:00pm-5:00pm at the Lariccia Family Community Center. Girls, ages 3-9, along with mom, grandma, or special adult, are invited to attend a semi-formal tea and fashion show. You can choose to attend from either 11:00am to 1:00pm or from
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May 5 @ 1:00 pm – 7:00 pm EDT
Cinco de Mayo on Phelps Street
The Phelps Street Gateway Phelps St., Youngstown, OH, United States
Get ready to celebrate Mexico’s rich culture and history! Cinco de Mayo – A Cultural Celebration will take place on Sunday, May 5 from 1:00pm-7:00pm on the Phelps Street Gateway. The celebration will include:– Cultural exhibit/display by Sociedad Mutualista Mexicana– Cultural dance performance with dance group Azteca Guadalupana– Musical performance by Mariachi Santa Cecilia– Mexico
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May 5 @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm EDT
Mommy and Me Tea
Boardman Township Park 375 Boardman-Poland Rd., Boardman, OH, United States
Boardman Township Park will host the Mommy and Me Tea on Sunday, May 5 from 11:00am-1:00pm and 3:00pm-5:00pm at the Lariccia Family Community Center. Girls, ages 3-9, along with mom, grandma, or special adult, are invited to attend a semi-formal tea and fashion show. You can choose to attend from either 11:00am to 1:00pm or from
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