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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.
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LOCATION:Noble Creature Wild Ales & Lagers\, 126 E. Rayen Ave.\, Youngstown\, 44503\, United States
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SUMMARY:National Underground America Day
DESCRIPTION:On March 14th\, National Underground America Day recognizes the approximately 6\,000 people who live in some form of underground architecture across North America. The observance also celebrates the lifestyle\, architecture\, and benefits of underground living. \n\n\n \n#UndergroundAmericaDay\nSubterranean living boasts energy conservation as one of its top advantages. Completely covered homes or earth-sheltered homes are covered on all sides with soil while earth-bermed homes leave one side exposed. Both allow for more stable temperatures within the home and less exposure to the elements. \nHowever\, living in an underground home also poses some disadvantages. If you like lots of light and throwing open the windows on a summer day\, this type of house might not be for you. While the underground lifestyle may not be for everyone\, the observance encourages exploring earth homes to discover the options available. \n\n\n \nHOW TO OBSERVE UNDERGROUND AMERICA DAY\nWhile learning more about Underground America Day\, tour an underground home or explore the various plans available. If you’ve ever considered an underground dwelling\, weigh the pros and cons. Do you live in an underground home? Share your experience and what you enjoy most. Use #UndergroundAmericaDay to post on social media. \nSource link
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SUMMARY:International Nurses Day
DESCRIPTION:International Nurses Day (IND) is observed around the world May 12 (the anniversary of Florence Nightingale’s birth in 1820). The day is set aside to honor and note the many contributions nurses make to society. Nurses care for our loved ones at some of the most challenging times of their lives. They may run short of time\, but not compassion. \n\n\n \n#InternationalNursesDay\nIn Australia\, Canada\, the United States\, and other countries\, International Nurses Day often is part of a week-long celebration\, usually referred to as National Nurses Week. \n\n\n \nCELEBRATE INTERNATIONAL NURSES DAY\nDo you personally know a nurse? Send a letter of appreciation. \n\n\nInvite a nurse to make a presentation about the profession at retirement homes\, school\, businesses.\n\n\nUse #InternationalNursesDay or #VoiceToLead to share on social media. \nSource Link
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SUMMARY:Mother's Day
DESCRIPTION:Mother’s Day is a time-honored tradition of recognizing the women in our lives who raised us\, dried our tears\, and well\, mothered us. Everyone has one or has someone who is like a mother to them. On the second Sunday of May\, we honor those women who are our mothers. Whether we shower her with gifts\, take her to a fancy dinner or make her a homemade card\, what moms want most is to be surrounded by the love of her family. Knowing the people they love are safe\, sound\, and healthy is a mom’s number one priority. \n\n\n \n#MothersDay\nHOW TO OBSERVE MOTHER’S DAY\nPay tribute to your mother this holiday. Surround her with the love she deserves and shower her with the affection and attention you know she wants. For those of us whose moms are no longer with us\, spend some time remembering the woman you miss. Visit with those who remember her and honor her memory. If you’re a mom\, revel in the attention. You deserve it! \nRemember to put mom first on Mother’s Day and use #MothersDay to share on social media. \n\n\n \nSource Link
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SUMMARY:National Day of Prayer
DESCRIPTION:The National Day of Prayer is observed annually on the first Thursday in May. This day observance\, designated by the United States Congress\, asks people “to turn to God in prayer and meditation.” \n\n\n \n#NationalDayOfPrayer\nFor many\, prayer is an integral part of daily life. Prayer offers a rich connection to our spiritual lives\, nurturing our relationships and faith. It also provides comfort in times of crisis or need. \n\n\n \nHOW TO OBSERVE NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER\nPeople of many different faiths join in prayer on this day. While some will attend the church\, synagogue\, mosque\, temple or monasteries of their choice to pray\, others will attend interdenominational prayer events. Some will join prayer groups or meditate. Use #NationalDayOfPrayer to post on social media. \nSource Link
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