Event
History of Youngstown and Mahoning Valley Restaurants
The Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County – Main Library 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown, OH, United StatesA lecture on the history of Youngstown and Mahoning Valley restaurants, this will cover past and present eateries. Topics will cover ethnic food, corporate chain restaurants and local well known places that defined the Valley’s cuisine. Wednesday, January 14 from 2:00pm-3:00pm at the Main Library. Registration required – visit The Public Library of Youngstown and
Youngstown Phantoms vs. Team USA
Covelli Centre 229 East Front Street, Youngstown, OH, United StatesThe Youngstown Phantoms take on Team USA at the Covelli Centre on Wednesday, January 14 at 7:05pm. Experience exciting USHL hockey. For tickets, call 330-747-PUCK (7825) or visit the Youngstown Phantom’s website.
Youngstown Phantoms vs. Muskegon Lumberjacks
Covelli Centre 229 East Front Street, Youngstown, OH, United StatesThe Youngstown Phantoms take on the Muskegon Lumberjacks at the Covelli Centre on Friday, January 16 (Country Night) at 7:05pm. Experience exciting USHL hockey. For tickets, call 330-747-PUCK (7825) or visit the Youngstown Phantom’s website.
Community Cookbooks: Food, Memory, and Tradition
Poland Library 311 S. Main Street, Poland, OH, United StatesTo celebrate local food traditions, this America 250 program takes a look at “community cookbooks” of the Mahoning Valley. Saturday, January 17 from 10:00am-11:30am at the Poland Library. Registration is required – visit The Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County website.
YSU Women’s Basketball
Beeghly Center – Youngstown State University 224 W. Spring St., Youngstown, United StatesYoungstown State University Women’s Basketball home games will be: Monday, November 3 at 11:00am: Thiel at YSU Sunday, November 16 at 2:00pm: Bucknell at YSU Tuesday, November 25 at 6:30pm: Toledo at YSU Tuesday, December 16: Wright State at YSU; TBA Wednesday, December 31 at 1:00pm: Salem at YSU Monday, January 5 at 6:30pm: Oakland
YSU Men’s Basketball
Beeghly Center – Youngstown State University 224 W. Spring St., Youngstown, United StatesYoungstown State University Men’s Basketball home games will be: Monday, November 10 at 6:30pm: Penn State Shenango at YSU Friday, November 28 at 3:00pm: Chicago State at YSU Wednesday, December 3: Wright State, TBA Sunday, December 14 at 2:00pm: Thiel at YSU Saturday, December 20 at 1:00pm: University of South Carolina-Upstate at YSU Monday, December
Youngstown Phantoms vs. Team USA
Covelli Centre 229 East Front Street, Youngstown, OH, United StatesThe Youngstown Phantoms take on Team USA at the Covelli Centre on Friday, January 23 at 7:05pm; and Saturday, January 24 (Multi-Cultural Night) at 6:05pm. Experience exciting USHL hockey. For tickets, call 330-747-PUCK (7825) or visit the Youngstown Phantom’s website.
YSU Men’s Basketball
Beeghly Center – Youngstown State University 224 W. Spring St., Youngstown, United StatesYoungstown State University Men’s Basketball home games will be: Monday, November 10 at 6:30pm: Penn State Shenango at YSU Friday, November 28 at 3:00pm: Chicago State at YSU Wednesday, December 3: Wright State, TBA Sunday, December 14 at 2:00pm: Thiel at YSU Saturday, December 20 at 1:00pm: University of South Carolina-Upstate at YSU Monday, December
Youngstown Phantoms vs. Team USA
Covelli Centre 229 East Front Street, Youngstown, OH, United StatesThe Youngstown Phantoms take on Team USA at the Covelli Centre on Friday, January 23 at 7:05pm; and Saturday, January 24 (Multi-Cultural Night) at 6:05pm. Experience exciting USHL hockey. For tickets, call 330-747-PUCK (7825) or visit the Youngstown Phantom’s website.
YSU Women’s Basketball
Beeghly Center – Youngstown State University 224 W. Spring St., Youngstown, United StatesYoungstown State University Women’s Basketball home games will be: Monday, November 3 at 11:00am: Thiel at YSU Sunday, November 16 at 2:00pm: Bucknell at YSU Tuesday, November 25 at 6:30pm: Toledo at YSU Tuesday, December 16: Wright State at YSU; TBA Wednesday, December 31 at 1:00pm: Salem at YSU Monday, January 5 at 6:30pm: Oakland
Fantastique!
Stambaugh Auditorium 1000 Fifth Ave., Youngstown, OH, United StatesExperience the musical memories of the Youngstown Symphony Orchestra’s new Music Director, Erik, as he takes you on a symphonic journey! The Youngstown Symphony proudly celebrates his appointment with a program of programmatic works close to his heart. The performance will be on Sunday, January 25 at 2:30pm at Stambaugh Auditorium.First, revel in the power
The Harlem Globetrotters 100 Year Tour
Covelli Centre 229 East Front Street, Youngstown, OH, United StatesThe world-famous Harlem Globetrotters are bringing their 100th Anniversary World Tour to the Covelli Centre on Sunday, January 25, 2026 at 3:00pm. For 100 years, the Harlem Globetrotters have been spreading smiles, family fun, and jaw-dropping basketball skills across the globe. Now it’s your chance to experience the slam dunks, trick shots, and unforgettable moments
YSU Men’s Basketball
Beeghly Center – Youngstown State University 224 W. Spring St., Youngstown, United StatesYoungstown State University Men’s Basketball home games will be: Monday, November 10 at 6:30pm: Penn State Shenango at YSU Friday, November 28 at 3:00pm: Chicago State at YSU Wednesday, December 3: Wright State, TBA Sunday, December 14 at 2:00pm: Thiel at YSU Saturday, December 20 at 1:00pm: University of South Carolina-Upstate at YSU Monday, December
Toughest Monster Truck Tour
Covelli Centre 229 East Front Street, Youngstown, OH, United StatesThe Toughest Monster Truck Tour roars back into the Covelli Centre on January 30 & 31! See some of the biggest trucks in the world take on the toughest obstacles for an unforgettable night of thrills and family fun. Friday, January 30, 2026 – 7:30pm Saturday, January 31, 2026 – 3:00pm Ticket Prices: $18.00 Reserved-Kids
Groundhog Beerfest
Stambaugh Auditorium 1000 Fifth Ave., Youngstown, OH, United StatesThe Rotary Club of Youngstown’s 8th annual Groundhog Beerfest will be held on Saturday, January 31, 2026 at Stambaugh Auditorium. First session is 1:00pm-4:00pm and second session is 5:00pm-8:00pm. Featuring craft beers, wine, non-alcoholic beer and new for 2026, Gorant’s Candy will be offering a chocolate bar with non-alcoholic beverages. General admission tickets and a limited
Toughest Monster Truck Tour
Covelli Centre 229 East Front Street, Youngstown, OH, United StatesThe Toughest Monster Truck Tour roars back into the Covelli Centre on January 30 & 31! See some of the biggest trucks in the world take on the toughest obstacles for an unforgettable night of thrills and family fun. Friday, January 30, 2026 – 7:30pm Saturday, January 31, 2026 – 3:00pm Ticket Prices: $18.00 Reserved-Kids
YSU Men’s Basketball
Beeghly Center – Youngstown State University 224 W. Spring St., Youngstown, United StatesYoungstown State University Men’s Basketball home games will be: Monday, November 10 at 6:30pm: Penn State Shenango at YSU Friday, November 28 at 3:00pm: Chicago State at YSU Wednesday, December 3: Wright State, TBA Sunday, December 14 at 2:00pm: Thiel at YSU Saturday, December 20 at 1:00pm: University of South Carolina-Upstate at YSU Monday, December
Food for Thought Book Discussion
Noble Creature Wild Ales & Lagers 126 E. Rayen Ave., Youngstown, United StatesLit Youngstown’s Food for Thought book discussion group will meet at 5:30pm the second Thursday of each month at Noble Creature Wild Ales & Lagers. The series, sponsored by the Raymond J. Wean Foundation, will run September 2025 through May 2026. This year’s titles include a script for the stage, a memoir by a celebrated
Youngstown Phantoms vs. Muskegon Lumberjacks
Covelli Centre 229 East Front Street, Youngstown, OH, United StatesThe Youngstown Phantoms take on the Muskegon Lumberjacks at the Covelli Centre on Friday, February 13 (Mardi Gras Game) at 7:05pm; Saturday, February 14 (Teddy Bear Toss) at 6:05pm; and Sunday, February 15 (Sensory Night) at 4:05pm. Experience exciting USHL hockey. For tickets, call 330-747-PUCK (7825) or visit the Youngstown Phantom’s website.
Episode 26 – University Theatre
Spotlight Theater, Bliss Hall – Youngstown State University One University Plaza, Youngstown, OH, United StatesYSU’s University Theatre presents Episode 26 February 13-15 and 20-22. Remember those glorious days of Saturday morning sci-fi serials at the local bijou: Buck Rogers and Flash Gordon. Here is an affectionate and extremely ingenious send-up of the genre. Performances are February 13, 14, 20 and 21 at 7:30pm and February 15 and 22 at
Youngstown Phantoms vs. Muskegon Lumberjacks
Covelli Centre 229 East Front Street, Youngstown, OH, United StatesThe Youngstown Phantoms take on the Muskegon Lumberjacks at the Covelli Centre on Friday, February 13 (Mardi Gras Game) at 7:05pm; Saturday, February 14 (Teddy Bear Toss) at 6:05pm; and Sunday, February 15 (Sensory Night) at 4:05pm. Experience exciting USHL hockey. For tickets, call 330-747-PUCK (7825) or visit the Youngstown Phantom’s website.
Episode 26 – University Theatre
Spotlight Theater, Bliss Hall – Youngstown State University One University Plaza, Youngstown, OH, United StatesYSU’s University Theatre presents Episode 26 February 13-15 and 20-22. Remember those glorious days of Saturday morning sci-fi serials at the local bijou: Buck Rogers and Flash Gordon. Here is an affectionate and extremely ingenious send-up of the genre. Performances are February 13, 14, 20 and 21 at 7:30pm and February 15 and 22 at
Episode 26 – University Theatre
Spotlight Theater, Bliss Hall – Youngstown State University One University Plaza, Youngstown, OH, United StatesYSU’s University Theatre presents Episode 26 February 13-15 and 20-22. Remember those glorious days of Saturday morning sci-fi serials at the local bijou: Buck Rogers and Flash Gordon. Here is an affectionate and extremely ingenious send-up of the genre. Performances are February 13, 14, 20 and 21 at 7:30pm and February 15 and 22 at
Youngstown Phantoms vs. Muskegon Lumberjacks
Covelli Centre 229 East Front Street, Youngstown, OH, United StatesThe Youngstown Phantoms take on the Muskegon Lumberjacks at the Covelli Centre on Friday, February 13 (Mardi Gras Game) at 7:05pm; Saturday, February 14 (Teddy Bear Toss) at 6:05pm; and Sunday, February 15 (Sensory Night) at 4:05pm. Experience exciting USHL hockey. For tickets, call 330-747-PUCK (7825) or visit the Youngstown Phantom’s website.
YSU Men’s Basketball
Beeghly Center – Youngstown State University 224 W. Spring St., Youngstown, United StatesYoungstown State University Men’s Basketball home games will be: Monday, November 10 at 6:30pm: Penn State Shenango at YSU Friday, November 28 at 3:00pm: Chicago State at YSU Wednesday, December 3: Wright State, TBA Sunday, December 14 at 2:00pm: Thiel at YSU Saturday, December 20 at 1:00pm: University of South Carolina-Upstate at YSU Monday, December
Honk! Jr.
The Youngstown Playhouse 600 Playhouse Lane, Youngstown, OH, United StatesThe Youngstown Playhouse Youth Theatre presents Honk! Jr. February 20-22, 2026 on the Main Stage. Ugly looks quite a bit different from his darling duckling brothers and sisters leaving him feeling rather foul about himself. The little fowl finds himself on an adventure of self-discovery, all the while unknowingly outwitting a very hungry cat. Along
Episode 26 – University Theatre
Spotlight Theater, Bliss Hall – Youngstown State University One University Plaza, Youngstown, OH, United StatesYSU’s University Theatre presents Episode 26 February 13-15 and 20-22. Remember those glorious days of Saturday morning sci-fi serials at the local bijou: Buck Rogers and Flash Gordon. Here is an affectionate and extremely ingenious send-up of the genre. Performances are February 13, 14, 20 and 21 at 7:30pm and February 15 and 22 at
YSU Men’s Basketball
Beeghly Center – Youngstown State University 224 W. Spring St., Youngstown, United StatesYoungstown State University Men’s Basketball home games will be: Monday, November 10 at 6:30pm: Penn State Shenango at YSU Friday, November 28 at 3:00pm: Chicago State at YSU Wednesday, December 3: Wright State, TBA Sunday, December 14 at 2:00pm: Thiel at YSU Saturday, December 20 at 1:00pm: University of South Carolina-Upstate at YSU Monday, December
Episode 26 – University Theatre
Spotlight Theater, Bliss Hall – Youngstown State University One University Plaza, Youngstown, OH, United StatesYSU’s University Theatre presents Episode 26 February 13-15 and 20-22. Remember those glorious days of Saturday morning sci-fi serials at the local bijou: Buck Rogers and Flash Gordon. Here is an affectionate and extremely ingenious send-up of the genre. Performances are February 13, 14, 20 and 21 at 7:30pm and February 15 and 22 at
Honk! Jr.
The Youngstown Playhouse 600 Playhouse Lane, Youngstown, OH, United StatesThe Youngstown Playhouse Youth Theatre presents Honk! Jr. February 20-22, 2026 on the Main Stage. Ugly looks quite a bit different from his darling duckling brothers and sisters leaving him feeling rather foul about himself. The little fowl finds himself on an adventure of self-discovery, all the while unknowingly outwitting a very hungry cat. Along
Episode 26 – University Theatre
Spotlight Theater, Bliss Hall – Youngstown State University One University Plaza, Youngstown, OH, United StatesYSU’s University Theatre presents Episode 26 February 13-15 and 20-22. Remember those glorious days of Saturday morning sci-fi serials at the local bijou: Buck Rogers and Flash Gordon. Here is an affectionate and extremely ingenious send-up of the genre. Performances are February 13, 14, 20 and 21 at 7:30pm and February 15 and 22 at
Honk! Jr.
The Youngstown Playhouse 600 Playhouse Lane, Youngstown, OH, United StatesThe Youngstown Playhouse Youth Theatre presents Honk! Jr. February 20-22, 2026 on the Main Stage. Ugly looks quite a bit different from his darling duckling brothers and sisters leaving him feeling rather foul about himself. The little fowl finds himself on an adventure of self-discovery, all the while unknowingly outwitting a very hungry cat. Along
Youngstown Phantoms vs. Muskegon Lumberjacks
Covelli Centre 229 East Front Street, Youngstown, OH, United StatesThe Youngstown Phantoms take on the Muskegon Lumberjacks at the Covelli Centre on Wednesday, February 25 (School Day Game) at 10:05am. Experience exciting USHL hockey. For tickets, call 330-747-PUCK (7825) or visit the Youngstown Phantom’s website.
PBR: Pendleton Whisky Velocity Tour
Covelli Centre 229 East Front Street, Youngstown, OH, United StatesPBR: Pendleton Whisky Velocity Tour rides into Youngstown February 27 & 28, 2026! Professional bull riding returns to the Covelli Centre for two action-packed nights: Friday, February 27 at 8:00pm, and Saturday, February 28 at 7:00pm. Ticket Prices: $107, $89, $74, $59, $49, $39, $29 Tickets will be available at Ticketmaster.com. Visit the Covelli Centre
PBR: Pendleton Whisky Velocity Tour
Covelli Centre 229 East Front Street, Youngstown, OH, United StatesPBR: Pendleton Whisky Velocity Tour rides into Youngstown February 27 & 28, 2026! Professional bull riding returns to the Covelli Centre for two action-packed nights: Friday, February 27 at 8:00pm, and Saturday, February 28 at 7:00pm. Ticket Prices: $107, $89, $74, $59, $49, $39, $29 Tickets will be available at Ticketmaster.com. Visit the Covelli Centre
Youngstown Phantoms vs. Madison Capitols
Covelli Centre 229 East Front Street, Youngstown, OH, United StatesThe Youngstown Phantoms take on the Madison Capitols at the Covelli Centre on Thursday, March 5 at 7:05pm; Friday, March 6 at 7:05pm; and Saturday, March 7 (Season Ticket Holder Night) at 6:05pm. Experience exciting USHL hockey. For tickets, call 330-747-PUCK (7825) or visit the Youngstown Phantom’s website.
Youngstown Phantoms vs. Madison Capitols
Covelli Centre 229 East Front Street, Youngstown, OH, United StatesThe Youngstown Phantoms take on the Madison Capitols at the Covelli Centre on Thursday, March 5 at 7:05pm; Friday, March 6 at 7:05pm; and Saturday, March 7 (Season Ticket Holder Night) at 6:05pm. Experience exciting USHL hockey. For tickets, call 330-747-PUCK (7825) or visit the Youngstown Phantom’s website.
Youngstown Phantoms vs. Madison Capitols
Covelli Centre 229 East Front Street, Youngstown, OH, United StatesThe Youngstown Phantoms take on the Madison Capitols at the Covelli Centre on Thursday, March 5 at 7:05pm; Friday, March 6 at 7:05pm; and Saturday, March 7 (Season Ticket Holder Night) at 6:05pm. Experience exciting USHL hockey. For tickets, call 330-747-PUCK (7825) or visit the Youngstown Phantom’s website.
Bert Kreischer: Permission to Party
Covelli Centre 229 East Front Street, Youngstown, OH, United StatesComedy superstar Bert Kreischer brings his Permission to Party World Tour to the Covelli Centre on Sunday, March 8, 2026 at 7:00pm. Tickets will be available on Tickemaster.com. Ticket Prices: $125.00, $95.00, $85.00, $75.00, $65.00, $55.00, $45.00, $35.00, $25.00.
Food for Thought Book Discussion
Noble Creature Wild Ales & Lagers 126 E. Rayen Ave., Youngstown, United StatesLit Youngstown’s Food for Thought book discussion group will meet at 5:30pm the second Thursday of each month at Noble Creature Wild Ales & Lagers. The series, sponsored by the Raymond J. Wean Foundation, will run September 2025 through May 2026. This year’s titles include a script for the stage, a memoir by a celebrated
Youngstown Phantoms vs. Dubuque Fighting Saints
Covelli Centre 229 East Front Street, Youngstown, OH, United StatesThe Youngstown Phantoms take on the Dubuque Fighting Saints at the Covelli Centre on Friday, March 13 (Billet/Parent Night) at 7:05pm; and Saturday, March 14 (St. Patrick’s Day Game) at 6:05pm. Experience exciting USHL hockey. For tickets, call 330-747-PUCK (7825) or visit the Youngstown Phantom’s website.
Sinatra & Beyond
Stambaugh Auditorium 1000 Fifth Ave., Youngstown, OH, United StatesThe Youngstown Symphony Orchestra presents Sinatra & Beyond on Friday, March 13 at 7:30pm at Stambaugh Auditorium. Pianist and vocalist Tony Desare joins the orchestra for a swinging salute to “Ol’ Blue Eyes.” Audiences will delight in timeless favorites including “Come Fly with Me,” “I’ve Got the World on a String,” and “My Way.” For
Youngstown Phantoms vs. Dubuque Fighting Saints
Covelli Centre 229 East Front Street, Youngstown, OH, United StatesThe Youngstown Phantoms take on the Dubuque Fighting Saints at the Covelli Centre on Friday, March 13 (Billet/Parent Night) at 7:05pm; and Saturday, March 14 (St. Patrick’s Day Game) at 6:05pm. Experience exciting USHL hockey. For tickets, call 330-747-PUCK (7825) or visit the Youngstown Phantom’s website.
The Lyons
Youngstown Playhouse Downtown 220 W. Boardman St., Youngstown, United StatesThe Youngstown Playhouse presents The Lyons March 20-29, 2026 at The Youngstown Playhouse downtown location. Ben Lyons is dying. When his wife, Rita, and grown children gather to say goodbye, they learn that, despite being a family, each of them is utterly isolated, afraid of closeness, and afraid of solitude. They are propelled into foreign
The Lyons
Youngstown Playhouse Downtown 220 W. Boardman St., Youngstown, United StatesThe Youngstown Playhouse presents The Lyons March 20-29, 2026 at The Youngstown Playhouse downtown location. Ben Lyons is dying. When his wife, Rita, and grown children gather to say goodbye, they learn that, despite being a family, each of them is utterly isolated, afraid of closeness, and afraid of solitude. They are propelled into foreign
The Lyons
Youngstown Playhouse Downtown 220 W. Boardman St., Youngstown, United StatesThe Youngstown Playhouse presents The Lyons March 20-29, 2026 at The Youngstown Playhouse downtown location. Ben Lyons is dying. When his wife, Rita, and grown children gather to say goodbye, they learn that, despite being a family, each of them is utterly isolated, afraid of closeness, and afraid of solitude. They are propelled into foreign
The Lyons
Youngstown Playhouse Downtown 220 W. Boardman St., Youngstown, United StatesThe Youngstown Playhouse presents The Lyons March 20-29, 2026 at The Youngstown Playhouse downtown location. Ben Lyons is dying. When his wife, Rita, and grown children gather to say goodbye, they learn that, despite being a family, each of them is utterly isolated, afraid of closeness, and afraid of solitude. They are propelled into foreign
The Lyons
Youngstown Playhouse Downtown 220 W. Boardman St., Youngstown, United StatesThe Youngstown Playhouse presents The Lyons March 20-29, 2026 at The Youngstown Playhouse downtown location. Ben Lyons is dying. When his wife, Rita, and grown children gather to say goodbye, they learn that, despite being a family, each of them is utterly isolated, afraid of closeness, and afraid of solitude. They are propelled into foreign
The Lyons
Youngstown Playhouse Downtown 220 W. Boardman St., Youngstown, United StatesThe Youngstown Playhouse presents The Lyons March 20-29, 2026 at The Youngstown Playhouse downtown location. Ben Lyons is dying. When his wife, Rita, and grown children gather to say goodbye, they learn that, despite being a family, each of them is utterly isolated, afraid of closeness, and afraid of solitude. They are propelled into foreign
Mickey Mouse Birthday
On November 18th, Mickey Mouse Birthday commemorates the debut of a lovable mouse that was once a rabbit called Oswald. His character got his start on film on November 18, 1928, but before that, the story begins in 1927, when Walt Disney first sketched a floppy-eared bunny while under contract to Universal Studios. The events
Thanksgiving Day
Thanksgiving Day is observed each year in the United States on the fourth Thursday in November. The observance is a time when families and friends gather and give thanks for many reasons, each often as different as each person who gathers around the table. https://spanningtheneed.com/2022/11/21/the-hidden-christmas-gem-in-the-valley-kraynaks-christmasland-still-bringing-joy-to-young-and-old-alike/ #ThanksgivingDay In 1621, the Plymouth colonists and Wampanoag Indians shared
Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day
Each year in the United States, National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day honors all those who lost their lives when Japan attacked Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941. More than 3,500 Americans lost their lives or were wounded on that solemn day. The day marked a turn in the United States’ position regarding involvement in World
Christmas Card Day
Each year around this time, friends and families begin mailing their holiday cards. Christmas Card Day on December 9th serves as a reminder to get your stamps, envelopes, and cards together so you can share your holiday cheer. Sending a card during the holidays hasn’t always been a tradition. In Victorian England, sending Penny Post was
National Ugly Christmas Sweater Day
Since 2011, National Ugly Christmas Sweater Day has grown to be an international event. Now occurring on the third Friday of December, the celebration gives holiday lovers worldwide a chance to wear their ugly Christmas sweaters. In 2014, they partnered with Save the Children in their “Make the World Better with a Sweater” campaign. Each year, ugly
Go Caroling Day
Tune-up your voice on December 20th so you can join others on Go Caroling Day! Caroling is the practice of singing Christmas songs from door to door as a form of celebration. The word carol means a joyful song or dance. #GoCarolingDay The tradition of singing carols has roots in pagan celebrations of the Winter
New Year’s Day
Nearly the entire world recognizes New Year’s Day on January 1st. It’s also one of the most celebrated holidays of the year. #NewYearsDaY Celebrations will begin in the Pacific Ocean with Samoa celebrating the New Year before the rest of the world. The latest stroke of midnight will occur in the middle of the Pacific
Mickey Mouse Birthday
On November 18th, Mickey Mouse Birthday commemorates the debut of a lovable mouse that was once a rabbit called Oswald. His character got his start on film on November 18, 1928, but before that, the story begins in 1927, when Walt Disney first sketched a floppy-eared bunny while under contract to Universal Studios. The events
Thanksgiving Day
Thanksgiving Day is observed each year in the United States on the fourth Thursday in November. The observance is a time when families and friends gather and give thanks for many reasons, each often as different as each person who gathers around the table. https://spanningtheneed.com/2022/11/21/the-hidden-christmas-gem-in-the-valley-kraynaks-christmasland-still-bringing-joy-to-young-and-old-alike/ #ThanksgivingDay In 1621, the Plymouth colonists and Wampanoag Indians shared
Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day
Each year in the United States, National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day honors all those who lost their lives when Japan attacked Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941. More than 3,500 Americans lost their lives or were wounded on that solemn day. The day marked a turn in the United States’ position regarding involvement in World
Christmas Card Day
Each year around this time, friends and families begin mailing their holiday cards. Christmas Card Day on December 9th serves as a reminder to get your stamps, envelopes, and cards together so you can share your holiday cheer. Sending a card during the holidays hasn’t always been a tradition. In Victorian England, sending Penny Post was
National Ugly Christmas Sweater Day
Since 2011, National Ugly Christmas Sweater Day has grown to be an international event. Now occurring on the third Friday of December, the celebration gives holiday lovers worldwide a chance to wear their ugly Christmas sweaters. In 2014, they partnered with Save the Children in their “Make the World Better with a Sweater” campaign. Each year, ugly
Go Caroling Day
Tune-up your voice on December 20th so you can join others on Go Caroling Day! Caroling is the practice of singing Christmas songs from door to door as a form of celebration. The word carol means a joyful song or dance. #GoCarolingDay The tradition of singing carols has roots in pagan celebrations of the Winter
New Year’s Day
Nearly the entire world recognizes New Year’s Day on January 1st. It’s also one of the most celebrated holidays of the year. #NewYearsDaY Celebrations will begin in the Pacific Ocean with Samoa celebrating the New Year before the rest of the world. The latest stroke of midnight will occur in the middle of the Pacific
Mickey Mouse Birthday
On November 18th, Mickey Mouse Birthday commemorates the debut of a lovable mouse that was once a rabbit called Oswald. His character got his start on film on November 18, 1928, but before that, the story begins in 1927, when Walt Disney first sketched a floppy-eared bunny while under contract to Universal Studios. The events
Thanksgiving Day
Thanksgiving Day is observed each year in the United States on the fourth Thursday in November. The observance is a time when families and friends gather and give thanks for many reasons, each often as different as each person who gathers around the table. https://spanningtheneed.com/2022/11/21/the-hidden-christmas-gem-in-the-valley-kraynaks-christmasland-still-bringing-joy-to-young-and-old-alike/ #ThanksgivingDay In 1621, the Plymouth colonists and Wampanoag Indians shared
Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day
Each year in the United States, National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day honors all those who lost their lives when Japan attacked Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941. More than 3,500 Americans lost their lives or were wounded on that solemn day. The day marked a turn in the United States’ position regarding involvement in World
Christmas Card Day
Each year around this time, friends and families begin mailing their holiday cards. Christmas Card Day on December 9th serves as a reminder to get your stamps, envelopes, and cards together so you can share your holiday cheer. Sending a card during the holidays hasn’t always been a tradition. In Victorian England, sending Penny Post was
National Ugly Christmas Sweater Day
Since 2011, National Ugly Christmas Sweater Day has grown to be an international event. Now occurring on the third Friday of December, the celebration gives holiday lovers worldwide a chance to wear their ugly Christmas sweaters. In 2014, they partnered with Save the Children in their “Make the World Better with a Sweater” campaign. Each year, ugly
Go Caroling Day
Tune-up your voice on December 20th so you can join others on Go Caroling Day! Caroling is the practice of singing Christmas songs from door to door as a form of celebration. The word carol means a joyful song or dance. #GoCarolingDay The tradition of singing carols has roots in pagan celebrations of the Winter
New Year’s Day
Nearly the entire world recognizes New Year’s Day on January 1st. It’s also one of the most celebrated holidays of the year. #NewYearsDaY Celebrations will begin in the Pacific Ocean with Samoa celebrating the New Year before the rest of the world. The latest stroke of midnight will occur in the middle of the Pacific
