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SUMMARY:First Wednesday Reader Series
DESCRIPTION:LIT Youngstown presents the 2026 First Wednesday Reader Series the first Wednesday of each month at 7:00pm at Westside Bowl in the Trophy Room (accessible only by stairs). The event includes ASL Interpretation. \nUpcoming authors featured:\nJanuary 7 – Nicole D. Miller\, Candice Zee\nFebruary 4 – Conor Bracken\, Lindsay Turner\nMarch 4 – Vince Guerrieri\, Daphne Carr\nApril 1 – Sean Thomas Dougherty\, Ben Gulyas\nMay 6 – Catherine Gammon\, Abby Vandiver\nJune 3 – Philip Brady\, Jacqueline Marino\nJuly 1 – Meredith Doench\, Erin Flanagan\nAugust 5 – Becca J.R. Lachman\, Renée Nicholson\, Rebecca Moon Ruark\nSeptember 2 – Nancy Krygowski\, Jane McCafferty\nOctober 7 – Diane Kendig\, Erica Manto Paulson\nNovember 4 – William Breeze\, E.F. Schraeder\nDecember 2 – Theresa Gottl Brightman\, Steve Brightman \nFor more information\, visit the LIT Youngstown website.
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/events/first-wednesday-reader-series-20/
LOCATION:Westside Bowl\, 2617 Mahoning Avenue\, Youngstown\, 44509\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Events,Free Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261106T170000
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SUMMARY:First Fridays Youngstown
DESCRIPTION:First Fridays Downtown Youngstown takes place every first Friday of the month in and around Downtown Youngstown at various locations.  During First Fridays\, visitors have the opportunity to enjoy live music\, shopping\, local dining\, entertainment\, arts\, activities\, recreation\, and more. \nView the First Fridays schedule at firstfridaysyoungstown.org \n 
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/events/first-fridays-youngstown-2/
LOCATION:Downtown Youngstown\, 20 Federal Place\, Youngstown\, 44503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Downtown Youngstown,Event,Events,Free Event
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SUMMARY:Passport to the Universe
DESCRIPTION:“Passport to the Universe” takes audiences on an incredible journey through the observable universe. Narrated by Tom Hanks\, you can fly beneath the rings of Saturn\, into the heart of the Orion Nebula\, and out into the vastness of space to experience stunning cosmic destinations as never before possible. \nThe Ward Beecher Planetarium presents Passport to the Universe. Shows are Friday\, November 6\, 13 & 20; and Saturday\, November 7\, 14 & 21 at 7:00pm. \nAll shows are FREE! Doors open approximately 30 minutes before showtime\, seating is first come\, first served.  You can always visit The Ward Beecher Planetarium Facebook page or The Ward Beecher Planetarium website for directions and more details.
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/events/passport-to-the-universe-4/
LOCATION:Ward Beecher Planetarium – Youngstown State University\, 84 Lincoln Ave.\, Youngstown\, 44503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Events,Free Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261107T130000
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DTSTAMP:20260923T135734Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T135734Z
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SUMMARY:Earth\, Moon and Sun
DESCRIPTION:Coyote has a razor sharp wit\, but he’s a little confused about what he sees in the sky.  Join this amusing character (adapted from American Indian oral traditions) in a fast-paced and fun show that explores lunar phases\, eclipses and other puzzles.  Engaging and immersive\, Earth\, Moon & Sun also examines how humans learn through space exploration. \nThe Ward Beecher Planetarium presents Earth\, Moon & Sun. Shows are Saturday\, November 7\, 14 & 21 at 1:00pm. \nAll shows are FREE! Doors open approximately 30 minutes before showtime\, seating is first come\, first served.  You can always visit The Ward Beecher Planetarium Facebook page or The Ward Beecher Planetarium website for directions and more details.
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/events/earth-moon-and-sun-3/
LOCATION:Ward Beecher Planetarium – Youngstown State University\, 84 Lincoln Ave.\, Youngstown\, 44503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Events,Free Event
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SUMMARY:Passport to the Universe
DESCRIPTION:“Passport to the Universe” takes audiences on an incredible journey through the observable universe. Narrated by Tom Hanks\, you can fly beneath the rings of Saturn\, into the heart of the Orion Nebula\, and out into the vastness of space to experience stunning cosmic destinations as never before possible. \nThe Ward Beecher Planetarium presents Passport to the Universe. Shows are Friday\, November 6\, 13 & 20; and Saturday\, November 7\, 14 & 21 at 7:00pm. \nAll shows are FREE! Doors open approximately 30 minutes before showtime\, seating is first come\, first served.  You can always visit The Ward Beecher Planetarium Facebook page or The Ward Beecher Planetarium website for directions and more details.
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/events/passport-to-the-universe-5/
LOCATION:Ward Beecher Planetarium – Youngstown State University\, 84 Lincoln Ave.\, Youngstown\, 44503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Events,Free Event
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SUMMARY:Passport to the Universe
DESCRIPTION:“Passport to the Universe” takes audiences on an incredible journey through the observable universe. Narrated by Tom Hanks\, you can fly beneath the rings of Saturn\, into the heart of the Orion Nebula\, and out into the vastness of space to experience stunning cosmic destinations as never before possible. \nThe Ward Beecher Planetarium presents Passport to the Universe. Shows are Friday\, November 6\, 13 & 20; and Saturday\, November 7\, 14 & 21 at 7:00pm. \nAll shows are FREE! Doors open approximately 30 minutes before showtime\, seating is first come\, first served.  You can always visit The Ward Beecher Planetarium Facebook page or The Ward Beecher Planetarium website for directions and more details.
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/events/passport-to-the-universe-6/
LOCATION:Ward Beecher Planetarium – Youngstown State University\, 84 Lincoln Ave.\, Youngstown\, 44503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Events,Free Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261114T130000
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SUMMARY:Earth\, Moon and Sun
DESCRIPTION:Coyote has a razor sharp wit\, but he’s a little confused about what he sees in the sky.  Join this amusing character (adapted from American Indian oral traditions) in a fast-paced and fun show that explores lunar phases\, eclipses and other puzzles.  Engaging and immersive\, Earth\, Moon & Sun also examines how humans learn through space exploration. \nThe Ward Beecher Planetarium presents Earth\, Moon & Sun. Shows are Saturday\, November 7\, 14 & 21 at 1:00pm. \nAll shows are FREE! Doors open approximately 30 minutes before showtime\, seating is first come\, first served.  You can always visit The Ward Beecher Planetarium Facebook page or The Ward Beecher Planetarium website for directions and more details.
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/events/earth-moon-and-sun/
LOCATION:Ward Beecher Planetarium – Youngstown State University\, 84 Lincoln Ave.\, Youngstown\, 44503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Events,Free Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261114T190000
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SUMMARY:Passport to the Universe
DESCRIPTION:“Passport to the Universe” takes audiences on an incredible journey through the observable universe. Narrated by Tom Hanks\, you can fly beneath the rings of Saturn\, into the heart of the Orion Nebula\, and out into the vastness of space to experience stunning cosmic destinations as never before possible. \nThe Ward Beecher Planetarium presents Passport to the Universe. Shows are Friday\, November 6\, 13 & 20; and Saturday\, November 7\, 14 & 21 at 7:00pm. \nAll shows are FREE! Doors open approximately 30 minutes before showtime\, seating is first come\, first served.  You can always visit The Ward Beecher Planetarium Facebook page or The Ward Beecher Planetarium website for directions and more details.
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/events/passport-to-the-universe/
LOCATION:Ward Beecher Planetarium – Youngstown State University\, 84 Lincoln Ave.\, Youngstown\, 44503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Events,Free Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261118T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261118T130000
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SUMMARY:Morning with the Masters: Feeding Winter Birds – OSU Extension
DESCRIPTION:Attracting winter birds is both easy and enjoyable. Learn about what size and type of birds to attract\, various types of feeders that are available and the many choices of seeds. \nFind out about the 5-7-9 Rule to discourage squirrels to your feeder! \nLocation: Boardman Library 7680 Glenwood Ave\, Boardman\, Ohio 44512 \nDate/Time: Wednesday\, November 18\, 11:00 am \nCost: Free to attend\, no registration required \nMore information: Call 330-533-5538 \nLink to all Morning with the Masters events: https://mahoning.osu.edu/program-areas/master-gardener-volunteers/morning-masters \n 
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/events/morning-with-the-masters-feeding-winter-birds-osu-extension/
LOCATION:Boardman Library\, 7680 Glenwood Avenue\, Boardman\, 44512\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Events,Free Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261120T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261120T190000
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CREATED:20260923T135201Z
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SUMMARY:Passport to the Universe
DESCRIPTION:“Passport to the Universe” takes audiences on an incredible journey through the observable universe. Narrated by Tom Hanks\, you can fly beneath the rings of Saturn\, into the heart of the Orion Nebula\, and out into the vastness of space to experience stunning cosmic destinations as never before possible. \nThe Ward Beecher Planetarium presents Passport to the Universe. Shows are Friday\, November 6\, 13 & 20; and Saturday\, November 7\, 14 & 21 at 7:00pm. \nAll shows are FREE! Doors open approximately 30 minutes before showtime\, seating is first come\, first served.  You can always visit The Ward Beecher Planetarium Facebook page or The Ward Beecher Planetarium website for directions and more details.
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/events/passport-to-the-universe-2/
LOCATION:Ward Beecher Planetarium – Youngstown State University\, 84 Lincoln Ave.\, Youngstown\, 44503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Events,Free Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261121T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261121T123000
DTSTAMP:20260923T135154Z
CREATED:20260923T135154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T135154Z
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SUMMARY:Meditation on American Masterpieces – The Butler Institute of American Art
DESCRIPTION:Take a moment to slow down\, reflect\, and connect with art through the Butler’s new meditation program. \nThis program invites visitors to practice mindful awareness through thoughtful observation and reflection on a selected artwork. Participants will explore the connection between the mind and body while experiencing art in a calm and intentional way. \nThe program runs from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.\, with visitors welcome to drop in at any time during the session. \nFree and open to the public. \nLearn more at thebutlerart.com
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/events/meditation-on-american-masterpieces-the-butler-institute-of-american-art-2/
LOCATION:The Butler Institute of American Art\, 524 Wick Ave\, Youngstown\, Ohio\, 44502\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Events,Free Event,Museums
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261121T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261121T130000
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UID:51651-1795266000-1795266000@spanningtheneed.com
SUMMARY:Earth\, Moon and Sun
DESCRIPTION:Coyote has a razor sharp wit\, but he’s a little confused about what he sees in the sky.  Join this amusing character (adapted from American Indian oral traditions) in a fast-paced and fun show that explores lunar phases\, eclipses and other puzzles.  Engaging and immersive\, Earth\, Moon & Sun also examines how humans learn through space exploration. \nThe Ward Beecher Planetarium presents Earth\, Moon & Sun. Shows are Saturday\, November 7\, 14 & 21 at 1:00pm. \nAll shows are FREE! Doors open approximately 30 minutes before showtime\, seating is first come\, first served.  You can always visit The Ward Beecher Planetarium Facebook page or The Ward Beecher Planetarium website for directions and more details.
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/events/earth-moon-and-sun-2/
LOCATION:Ward Beecher Planetarium – Youngstown State University\, 84 Lincoln Ave.\, Youngstown\, 44503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Events,Free Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261121T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261121T190000
DTSTAMP:20260923T135201Z
CREATED:20260923T135201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T135201Z
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SUMMARY:Passport to the Universe
DESCRIPTION:“Passport to the Universe” takes audiences on an incredible journey through the observable universe. Narrated by Tom Hanks\, you can fly beneath the rings of Saturn\, into the heart of the Orion Nebula\, and out into the vastness of space to experience stunning cosmic destinations as never before possible. \nThe Ward Beecher Planetarium presents Passport to the Universe. Shows are Friday\, November 6\, 13 & 20; and Saturday\, November 7\, 14 & 21 at 7:00pm. \nAll shows are FREE! Doors open approximately 30 minutes before showtime\, seating is first come\, first served.  You can always visit The Ward Beecher Planetarium Facebook page or The Ward Beecher Planetarium website for directions and more details.
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/events/passport-to-the-universe-3/
LOCATION:Ward Beecher Planetarium – Youngstown State University\, 84 Lincoln Ave.\, Youngstown\, 44503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Events,Free Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261128T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261128T150000
DTSTAMP:20260923T135157Z
CREATED:20260923T135157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T135157Z
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SUMMARY:Christmas at the Mill
DESCRIPTION:Step into the warmth and charm of the holiday season at Lanterman’s Mill during this festive two-day celebration! Enjoy the nostalgic atmosphere while watching live artisan craft demonstrations\, warming up with fire-roasted chestnuts and browsing unique\, handcrafted gifts available for purchase. \nSanta will also make a special visit to the Mill both days\, bringing plenty of holiday cheer for the whole family! \nEnjoy delicious seasonal treats from two concession stands and help spread some holiday warmth by bringing a new hat\, scarf or pair of mittens to hang on the Giving Tree. All donated items will help keep children and adults in need warm this winter. \nNovember 28 & 29\nFree and open to the public! \nCome enjoy the sights\, sounds and traditions of the holiday season at Lanterman’s Mill.
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/events/christmas-at-the-mill-3/
LOCATION:Mill Creek Park – Lanternman’s Mill\, 1001 Canfield Road\, Youngstown\, 44511\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Event,Events,Family-Friendly,Farmers Markets,Free Event,Holiday,Outdoor
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261129T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261129T150000
DTSTAMP:20260923T135159Z
CREATED:20260923T135159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T135159Z
UID:51640-1795950000-1795964400@spanningtheneed.com
SUMMARY:Christmas at the Mill
DESCRIPTION:Step into the warmth and charm of the holiday season at Lanterman’s Mill during this festive two-day celebration! Enjoy the nostalgic atmosphere while watching live artisan craft demonstrations\, warming up with fire-roasted chestnuts and browsing unique\, handcrafted gifts available for purchase. \nSanta will also make a special visit to the Mill both days\, bringing plenty of holiday cheer for the whole family! \nEnjoy delicious seasonal treats from two concession stands and help spread some holiday warmth by bringing a new hat\, scarf or pair of mittens to hang on the Giving Tree. All donated items will help keep children and adults in need warm this winter. \nNovember 28 & 29\nFree and open to the public! \nCome enjoy the sights\, sounds and traditions of the holiday season at Lanterman’s Mill.
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/events/christmas-at-the-mill-4/
LOCATION:Mill Creek Park – Lanternman’s Mill\, 1001 Canfield Road\, Youngstown\, 44511\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Event,Events,Family-Friendly,Farmers Markets,Free Event,Holiday,Outdoor
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