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SUMMARY:Food for Thought Book Discussion
DESCRIPTION:Lit 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. \nThis year’s titles include a script for the stage\, a memoir by a celebrated New Yorker cartoonist\, science fiction\, novels by an Iranian immigrant and Native American writers\, and a book about the changing journalism landscape that includes a chapter on the Youngstown Vindicator. \nThey include: \nOctober (journalism) Ghosting the News by Margaret Sullivan \nNovember (graphic memoir) Can’t We Talk About Something More Pleasant? by Roz Chast \nDecember (drama) Passion Play by Sarah Ruhl \nJanuary (speculative fiction) Bewilderment by Richard Powers \nFebruary (memoir) There’s Always This Year by Hanif Abdurraqib \nMarch (novel) Martyr! by Kaveh Akbar \nApril (novel) Perma Red by Debra Magpie Earling \nMay (novel) State of Wonder by Ann Patchett \nLit Youngstown is a literary arts nonprofit with programs for writers\, readers\, and those who love a good story. More information is available at www.LitYoungstown.org.
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/event/food-for-thought-book-discussion-9/
LOCATION:Noble Creature Wild Ales & Lagers\, 126 E. Rayen Ave.\, Youngstown\, 44503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Downtown Youngstown,Event,Events,Free Event
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SUMMARY:Inextinguishable
DESCRIPTION:Join the Youngstown Symphony Orchestra for a powerful concert that celebrates both deep roots and bold new horizons! The concert will be on Friday\, May 15 at 7:30pm at Stambaugh Auditorium. \nMussorgsky’s Dawn on the Moskva River opens the concert. Maestro Ochsner chose this as evocative introduction to the dawn of a new\, exciting season for the YSO. They continue their journey with Anna Thorvaldsdottir’s ARCHORA. Composed in 2022\, it is a compelling work that explores the idea of an omnipresent\, transforming\, and primordial energy — an essential piece that fuels the longevity of orchestral art. The first half concludes with the optimistic spirit of Mendelssohn’s Calm Sea and Prosperous Voyage\, a musical wish for success in this new chapter. \nThey then return to the Maestro’s Nordic heritage with Carl Nielsen’s Symphony No. 4\, “The Inextinguishable.” Written during the First World War\, this triumphant work is a celebration of the elemental will to live. It is not an expression of doubt\, but a powerful testament to the inevitable endurance and flowering growth of the human spirit — and of music itself. \nFor ticket information\, visit the Experience Your Arts website.
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/event/inextinguishable/
LOCATION:Stambaugh Auditorium\, 1000 Fifth Ave.\, Youngstown\, OH\, 44504\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts,Event,Events,Youngstown Symphony
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SUMMARY:Urinetown
DESCRIPTION:The Youngstown Playhouse presents Urinetown May 29-June 7\, 2026 on the Main Stage. \nIn a Gotham-like city\, a terrible water shortage\, caused by a 20-year drought\, has led to a government-enforced ban on private toilets. The citizens must use public amenities\, regulated by a single malevolent company that profits by charging admission for one of humanity’s most basic needs. Amid the people\, a hero decides that he’s had enough and plans a revolution to lead them all to freedom! \nShowtimes are: \nFriday\, May 29 – 7:30pm\nSaturday\, May 30 – 7:30pm\nSunday\, May 31 – 2:30pm\nFriday\, June 5 – 7:30pm\nSaturday\, June 6 – 7:30pm\nSunday\, June 7 – 2:30pm \nTickets may be purchased on the Experience Your Arts website or in-person at the DeYor Performing Arts Center Box Office Monday through Friday from 10am to 5pm. Ticket sales will be available 1 hour prior to performances at The Youngstown Playhouse downtown location.
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/event/urinetown/
LOCATION:The Youngstown Playhouse\, 600 Playhouse Lane\, Youngstown\, OH\, 44511\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Events,Theater
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SUMMARY:Urinetown
DESCRIPTION:The Youngstown Playhouse presents Urinetown May 29-June 7\, 2026 on the Main Stage. \nIn a Gotham-like city\, a terrible water shortage\, caused by a 20-year drought\, has led to a government-enforced ban on private toilets. The citizens must use public amenities\, regulated by a single malevolent company that profits by charging admission for one of humanity’s most basic needs. Amid the people\, a hero decides that he’s had enough and plans a revolution to lead them all to freedom! \nShowtimes are: \nFriday\, May 29 – 7:30pm\nSaturday\, May 30 – 7:30pm\nSunday\, May 31 – 2:30pm\nFriday\, June 5 – 7:30pm\nSaturday\, June 6 – 7:30pm\nSunday\, June 7 – 2:30pm \nTickets may be purchased on the Experience Your Arts website or in-person at the DeYor Performing Arts Center Box Office Monday through Friday from 10am to 5pm. Ticket sales will be available 1 hour prior to performances at The Youngstown Playhouse downtown location.
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/event/urinetown-2/
LOCATION:The Youngstown Playhouse\, 600 Playhouse Lane\, Youngstown\, OH\, 44511\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Events,Theater
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SUMMARY:Sole to City Half Marathon & 2-Mile
DESCRIPTION:Join the Youngstown Marathon Foundation for the second annual running of the Sole to City Half Marathon on Sunday\, May 31\, 2026. Don’t miss this iconic run through Mill Creek Park\, finishing in the heart of Youngstown\, and an epic afterparty with celebration village at Penguin City Brewing! \n2-Mile: An out and back course through Downtown Youngstown. Kids 12 & Under participate for free. \nHalf Marathon begins at 7:30am and 2 Mile Walk/Run begins at 8:00am. Visit this website for registration information.
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/event/sole-to-city-half-marathon-2-mile-2/
LOCATION:Second Sole Youngstown\, 755 Boardman-Canfield Road\, Boardman\, OH\, 44512\, United States
CATEGORIES:Downtown Youngstown,Event,Events,Outdoor,Race
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SUMMARY:Urinetown
DESCRIPTION:The Youngstown Playhouse presents Urinetown May 29-June 7\, 2026 on the Main Stage. \nIn a Gotham-like city\, a terrible water shortage\, caused by a 20-year drought\, has led to a government-enforced ban on private toilets. The citizens must use public amenities\, regulated by a single malevolent company that profits by charging admission for one of humanity’s most basic needs. Amid the people\, a hero decides that he’s had enough and plans a revolution to lead them all to freedom! \nShowtimes are: \nFriday\, May 29 – 7:30pm\nSaturday\, May 30 – 7:30pm\nSunday\, May 31 – 2:30pm\nFriday\, June 5 – 7:30pm\nSaturday\, June 6 – 7:30pm\nSunday\, June 7 – 2:30pm \nTickets may be purchased on the Experience Your Arts website or in-person at the DeYor Performing Arts Center Box Office Monday through Friday from 10am to 5pm. Ticket sales will be available 1 hour prior to performances at The Youngstown Playhouse downtown location.
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/event/urinetown-3/
LOCATION:The Youngstown Playhouse\, 600 Playhouse Lane\, Youngstown\, OH\, 44511\, United States
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SUMMARY:Urinetown
DESCRIPTION:The Youngstown Playhouse presents Urinetown May 29-June 7\, 2026 on the Main Stage. \nIn a Gotham-like city\, a terrible water shortage\, caused by a 20-year drought\, has led to a government-enforced ban on private toilets. The citizens must use public amenities\, regulated by a single malevolent company that profits by charging admission for one of humanity’s most basic needs. Amid the people\, a hero decides that he’s had enough and plans a revolution to lead them all to freedom! \nShowtimes are: \nFriday\, May 29 – 7:30pm\nSaturday\, May 30 – 7:30pm\nSunday\, May 31 – 2:30pm\nFriday\, June 5 – 7:30pm\nSaturday\, June 6 – 7:30pm\nSunday\, June 7 – 2:30pm \nTickets may be purchased on the Experience Your Arts website or in-person at the DeYor Performing Arts Center Box Office Monday through Friday from 10am to 5pm. Ticket sales will be available 1 hour prior to performances at The Youngstown Playhouse downtown location.
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/event/urinetown-4/
LOCATION:The Youngstown Playhouse\, 600 Playhouse Lane\, Youngstown\, OH\, 44511\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Events,Theater
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SUMMARY:Urinetown
DESCRIPTION:The Youngstown Playhouse presents Urinetown May 29-June 7\, 2026 on the Main Stage. \nIn a Gotham-like city\, a terrible water shortage\, caused by a 20-year drought\, has led to a government-enforced ban on private toilets. The citizens must use public amenities\, regulated by a single malevolent company that profits by charging admission for one of humanity’s most basic needs. Amid the people\, a hero decides that he’s had enough and plans a revolution to lead them all to freedom! \nShowtimes are: \nFriday\, May 29 – 7:30pm\nSaturday\, May 30 – 7:30pm\nSunday\, May 31 – 2:30pm\nFriday\, June 5 – 7:30pm\nSaturday\, June 6 – 7:30pm\nSunday\, June 7 – 2:30pm \nTickets may be purchased on the Experience Your Arts website or in-person at the DeYor Performing Arts Center Box Office Monday through Friday from 10am to 5pm. Ticket sales will be available 1 hour prior to performances at The Youngstown Playhouse downtown location.
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/event/urinetown-5/
LOCATION:The Youngstown Playhouse\, 600 Playhouse Lane\, Youngstown\, OH\, 44511\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Events,Theater
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SUMMARY:Urinetown
DESCRIPTION:The Youngstown Playhouse presents Urinetown May 29-June 7\, 2026 on the Main Stage. \nIn a Gotham-like city\, a terrible water shortage\, caused by a 20-year drought\, has led to a government-enforced ban on private toilets. The citizens must use public amenities\, regulated by a single malevolent company that profits by charging admission for one of humanity’s most basic needs. Amid the people\, a hero decides that he’s had enough and plans a revolution to lead them all to freedom! \nShowtimes are: \nFriday\, May 29 – 7:30pm\nSaturday\, May 30 – 7:30pm\nSunday\, May 31 – 2:30pm\nFriday\, June 5 – 7:30pm\nSaturday\, June 6 – 7:30pm\nSunday\, June 7 – 2:30pm \nTickets may be purchased on the Experience Your Arts website or in-person at the DeYor Performing Arts Center Box Office Monday through Friday from 10am to 5pm. Ticket sales will be available 1 hour prior to performances at The Youngstown Playhouse downtown location.
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/event/urinetown-6/
LOCATION:The Youngstown Playhouse\, 600 Playhouse Lane\, Youngstown\, OH\, 44511\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Events,Theater
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