National First Responders Day

October 28th sets aside National First Responders Day to honor the men and women who act quickly when an emergency is at hand. #NationalFirstRespondersDay First responders dedicate their lives to save lives. They are the people who run toward a crisis while the rest of the world flees. According to the Department of Homeland Security,

The Death of Dr. Frankenstein

Best Western Plus Dutch Haus Inn & Suites 150 East State Route 14, Columbiana, OH, United States

Join the Best Western Plus Dutch Haus Inn and Suites for “The Death of Dr. Frankenstein,” a fun murder mystery, on October 28 for a 12:00pm Luncheon Matinee and a 7:00pm evening dinner performance. Will you help solve the mystery of who killed Dr. Frankenstein? This hilarious production by Pittsburgh’s Musical Mysteries & More’s is

Maze Craze

Maze Craze 14070 Woodworth Road, New Springfield, OH, United States

Get Rolling and Get Lost in over 21 acres of corn at Maze Craze! The best corn maze in Ohio and Pennsylvania is located in New Springfield, OH. Maze Craze was featured as one of the top ten corn mazes in the United States in 2018 and 2021 in the USA Today poll. The design for

Trick-or-Treat – The Shops at Boardman Park

The Shops at Boardman Park 721 Boardman-Poland Rd., Boardman, OH, United States

Children ages 12 and under are invited to trick-or-treat at The Shops at Boardman Park on Friday, October 28 from 5:00pm-7:00pm. Visit your favorite costumed characters who will be handing out free treats. Free hayrides will be available from 5-8pm. Come join the fun!

Spooktacular Halloween Drive-Thru Light Display – Boardman Park

Boardman Township Park 375 Boardman-Poland Rd., Boardman, OH, United States

Enjoy dozens of Halloween creatures that will light up Boardman Park each night all from the safety of your vehicle, starting October 17-October 31 from 5pm-10pm. Drive thru and tune your radio to 88.9FM to enjoy the music to get into the Halloween spirit.

Maze Craze

Maze Craze 14070 Woodworth Road, New Springfield, OH, United States

Get Rolling and Get Lost in over 21 acres of corn at Maze Craze! The best corn maze in Ohio and Pennsylvania is located in New Springfield, OH. Maze Craze was featured as one of the top ten corn mazes in the United States in 2018 and 2021 in the USA Today poll. The design for

#SpanningtheNeed: Delphine Casey, 2020 H.O.P.E Award Honoree, Hope Foundation of the Mahoning Valley (TV Episode)

Armstrong Neighborhood Channel 100

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iHmQ-xhiduo   #Spanningtheneed is spotlighting retired YPD Detective and 2020 H.O.P.E Honoree for Lifetime Achievement presented by the Hope Foundation of the Mahoning Valley. We welcome Delphine Casey as she discusses her decision to become a police officer instead of a nurse, and her dedication to helping the less fortunate during #HOPEWEEK. We would like

The Death of Dr. Frankenstein

Best Western Plus Dutch Haus Inn & Suites 150 East State Route 14, Columbiana, OH, United States

Join the Best Western Plus Dutch Haus Inn and Suites for “The Death of Dr. Frankenstein,” a fun murder mystery, on October 28 for a 12:00pm Luncheon Matinee and a 7:00pm evening dinner performance. Will you help solve the mystery of who killed Dr. Frankenstein? This hilarious production by Pittsburgh’s Musical Mysteries & More’s is

Nightmare at the Canfield Scaregrounds

Canfield Fairgrounds 7265 Columbiana-Canfield Rd., Canfield, OH, United States

Nightmare at the Canfield Scaregrounds features terrifying attractions: Barn of Evil, Slaughter House, Gore Reformatory, Haunted Circus, and Zombie Paintball Massacre. Enter the Neon Nightmare for an immersive rave experience featuring 3D visuals, black lighting effects, and much more. Monster Mania offers “not so scary” scenes for the little ones featuring the Sanderson Sisters. Open

A Nightmare on Market St.

The Vineyards at Pine Lake 14101 Market Street, Columbiana, OH, United States

Join The Vineyards at Pine Lake for their first ever adult Halloween Party on Friday, October 28 from 7-11pm. Tickets are $45 per person and include heavy hors d’oeuvres, desserts, live entertainment by The Cleveland Keys, a signature Halloween cocktail, a costume contest and more. Visit their website for more information and to purchase tickets.

Nine Lives-Haunted House Attraction

The Wickyards 711 Wick Ave., Youngstown, OH, United States

Curiosity kills the cat at this highly anticipated Haunted House attraction that is finally arriving to The Wickyards for 8 nights in October! Follow an immersive storyline through the 1901 mansion turned funeral home, and uncover the zombie secrets inside. Event starts at 7:00pm and last admission is at 10:45pm. Standard Admission: $10 Extra Scares

Excalibur High – The Youngstown Playhouse

The Youngstown Playhouse 600 Playhouse Lane, Youngstown, OH, United States

The Youngstown Playhouse presents Excalibur High on the Main Stage, October 27-30, 2022. This medieval fantasy will take the audience through a 15th-century adventure. After the loss of the headmaster of the Academy, three young scholars must put aside their own destinies and summon their collective strength to prevent the dark power that threatens Logres.

Steel Magnolias – Hopewell Theatre

Hopewell Theatre 702 Mahoning Avenue, Youngstown, OH, United States

Hopewell Theatre presents Steel Magnolias October 28-November 6. Set in a small-town Louisiana beauty parlor, Steel Magnolias reveals the lives of six very different women. With sharp, funny dialogue and a tender story about friendships and family, this beloved classic is as relevant as ever. Performances are October 28, 29, November 4 & 5 at 7:30pm

Nightlights – Ward Beecher Planetarium

Ward Beecher Planetarium – Youngstown State University 84 Lincoln Ave., Youngstown, OH, United States

The Ward Beecher Planetarium’s spooky and spectacular annual Halloween spectacular has been going strong since 1974! COME IN COSTUME!  Great for all ages, although younger visitors might be scared of the loud music and dark. Shows are Friday, October 14, 21 & 28 at 8:00pm; Saturday, October 15 & 22 at 8:00pm. All shows are

A Cozy Christmas Inn-Christmas Movie

The Hallmark Channel Studio City, CA, United States

Stars: Jodie Sweetin, David O’Donnell Premiere date: Friday, October 28 Synopsis: Real estate exec, Erika, travels to Alaska during Christmastime to acquire a bed and breakfast, only to discover that it’s owned by her ex. While there, she finds herself falling in love with the town and quite possibly him. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); https://spanningtheneed.com/podcast/

National Trick or Treat Day

National Trick or Treat Day on the last Saturday in October extends one of the country’s favorite holidays – Halloween! #TrickOrTreatDay Dressing up as the scariest or most fascinating character we know draws us to the holiday. People of all ages put hours of effort into creating elaborate costumes for one big night. Wouldn’t it

National Cat Day

National Cat Day on October 29th is the purrfect day to give extra attention to your feline friends. https://spanningtheneed.com/support-us/ #NationalCatDay Cats make excellent companions. They rarely miss you, but when they do, you sure know it. Awareness days such as this one urge pet lovers to adopt from a local shelter. The day also reminds

Fall Weekends – Molnar Farms

Molnar Farms 3115 E. Western Reserve Road, Poland, OH, United States

Join Molnar Farms for a fun-filled fall adventure at the farm! The event area includes a family-friendly corn maze, kids’ play area, kids’ straw maze, and hayrides to the pumpkin patch where you can pick your own pumpkin right from the vine! Food will be available- vendors/menus may vary. Saturdays 9:00am-5:00pm, & Sundays 11:00am-4:00pm September

Halloween Fest/Costume Party

Bake Me Treats 16 S Main Street, Poland, OH, United States

Bake Me Treats is hosting a Halloween Fest/Family Fun Day. Join them on Saturday, October 29 from 10:00am-3:00pm for amazing vendors, food trucks, sweets, treats and a pumpkin bounce house! Don’t forget, if you wear your costume to the bakery you get a FREE CUPCAKE. So come decked out in your Halloween best!

Maze Craze

Maze Craze 14070 Woodworth Road, New Springfield, OH, United States

Get Rolling and Get Lost in over 21 acres of corn at Maze Craze! The best corn maze in Ohio and Pennsylvania is located in New Springfield, OH. Maze Craze was featured as one of the top ten corn mazes in the United States in 2018 and 2021 in the USA Today poll. The design for

Maze Craze

Maze Craze 14070 Woodworth Road, New Springfield, OH, United States

Get Rolling and Get Lost in over 21 acres of corn at Maze Craze! The best corn maze in Ohio and Pennsylvania is located in New Springfield, OH. Maze Craze was featured as one of the top ten corn mazes in the United States in 2018 and 2021 in the USA Today poll. The design for

5th Annual Plaza Wide Trick or Treat

One Hot Cookie 1315 Boardman-Canfield Rd Ste 3, Youngstown, OH, United States

Join locally owned businesses in the plazas from the Blue Wolf Tavern to Hot Head Burritos for trick or treat. The 6th Annual Dog Costume Contest will be at One Hot Cookie at 3pm. For more information, visit their Facebook event page.

YSU vs. South Dakota – Football

Stambaugh Stadium – Youngstown State University 577 Fifth Ave., Youngstown, OH, United States

The Youngstown State University Penguins take on the University of South Dakota Coyotes at Stambaugh Stadium on Saturday, October 29, 2022. Game time is 2:00pm. For tickets, call 330-941-1YSU or visit their website for ticket and game day information. Go Guins!

Youngstown State University Football vs South Dakota

Youngstown, Ohio, Stambaugh Stadium

Youngstown State University Football vs South Dakota Streaming Audio: https://www.iheart.com/live/570-wkbn-1869/# Tickets: https://mpv.tickets.com/schedule/?agency=YSUV_PL_MPV&orgid=55049#/ https://ysusports.com/calendar.aspx?id=6032

Trails of Treats

Wick Park 260 Park Avenue, Youngstown, OH, United States

On Saturday, October 29, The City of Youngstown will host the annual “Trails of Treats” in Wick Park from 4-7pm. Organizations will spread safe & spooky joy to the children of our community. There will be face painting and performers.

Spooktacular Halloween Drive-Thru Light Display – Boardman Park

Boardman Township Park 375 Boardman-Poland Rd., Boardman, OH, United States

Enjoy dozens of Halloween creatures that will light up Boardman Park each night all from the safety of your vehicle, starting October 17-October 31 from 5pm-10pm. Drive thru and tune your radio to 88.9FM to enjoy the music to get into the Halloween spirit.

Rocky Horror Picture Show – Penguin City

Penguin City Beer 460 E. Federal Street, OH, United States

Get ready to do the time warp at Penguin City Brewery! On Saturday, October 29 at 9pm, Penguin City Beer along with Rebel Rescue Ranch and Absolut Vodka are featuring the 1975 classic cult phenomenon “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” with audience participation. They will be showing the feature on their large 300-inch TV, and

Nightmare at the Canfield Scaregrounds

Canfield Fairgrounds 7265 Columbiana-Canfield Rd., Canfield, OH, United States

Nightmare at the Canfield Scaregrounds features terrifying attractions: Barn of Evil, Slaughter House, Gore Reformatory, Haunted Circus, and Zombie Paintball Massacre. Enter the Neon Nightmare for an immersive rave experience featuring 3D visuals, black lighting effects, and much more. Monster Mania offers “not so scary” scenes for the little ones featuring the Sanderson Sisters. Open

The Addams Family Returns – A Halloween Organ Event

Trinity United Methodist Church 30 W. Front St., Youngstown, OH, United States

The Youngstown Chapter of the American Guild of Organists is offering a Halloween event on Saturday, October 29 at 7:00pm at Trinity United Methodist Church, 30 West Front Street in Downtown Youngstown. Trinity United Methodist Church is a grand neo-Gothic structure featuring the area’s largest pipe organ. The program will feature spooky offerings by Mahoning

Nine Lives-Haunted House Attraction

The Wickyards 711 Wick Ave., Youngstown, OH, United States

Curiosity kills the cat at this highly anticipated Haunted House attraction that is finally arriving to The Wickyards for 8 nights in October! Follow an immersive storyline through the 1901 mansion turned funeral home, and uncover the zombie secrets inside. Event starts at 7:00pm and last admission is at 10:45pm. Standard Admission: $10 Extra Scares

Excalibur High – The Youngstown Playhouse

The Youngstown Playhouse 600 Playhouse Lane, Youngstown, OH, United States

The Youngstown Playhouse presents Excalibur High on the Main Stage, October 29-30, 2022. This medieval fantasy will take the audience through a 15th-century adventure. After the loss of the headmaster of the Academy, three young scholars must put aside their own destinies and summon their collective strength to prevent the dark power that threatens Logres.

Excalibur High – The Youngstown Playhouse

The Youngstown Playhouse 600 Playhouse Lane, Youngstown, OH, United States

The Youngstown Playhouse presents Excalibur High on the Main Stage, October 27-30, 2022. This medieval fantasy will take the audience through a 15th-century adventure. After the loss of the headmaster of the Academy, three young scholars must put aside their own destinies and summon their collective strength to prevent the dark power that threatens Logres.

Steel Magnolias – Hopewell Theatre

Hopewell Theatre 702 Mahoning Avenue, Youngstown, OH, United States

Hopewell Theatre presents Steel Magnolias October 28-November 6. Set in a small-town Louisiana beauty parlor, Steel Magnolias reveals the lives of six very different women. With sharp, funny dialogue and a tender story about friendships and family, this beloved classic is as relevant as ever. Performances are October 28, 29, November 4 & 5 at 7:30pm

Jolly Good Christmas-Christmas Movie

The Hallmark Channel Studio City, CA, United States

Stars: Reshma Shetty, Will Kemp Premiere date: Saturday, October 29 Synopsis: David is an American architect who recently moved to London for a prime opportunity in a prestigious firm. With just three days before Christmas, he crosses paths with Anji, a professional shopper, who raises an eyebrow over his choice of a gift card for his girlfriend. David

Haunted Mill? In the Dark of the Night

Lanterman’s Mill 980 Canfield Rd., Youngstown, OH, United States

Is Lanterman’s Mill haunted? Join local paranormal groups to investigate the mill in the dark of night and decide for yourself. Lanterns will guide your path during the one hour visit. Adults only; 18 and up. Space limited. Registration required. Register/pay online or call 330-740-7116. $10 Resident; $12 Non-Resident. Saturday, October 29, 9-10pm (PROGRAM FULL)

Haunted Mill? In the Dark of the Night

Lanterman’s Mill 980 Canfield Rd., Youngstown, OH, United States

Is Lanterman’s Mill haunted? Join local paranormal groups to investigate the mill in the dark of night and decide for yourself. Lanterns will guide your path during the one hour visit. Adults only; 18 and up. Space limited. Registration required. Register/pay online or call 330-740-7116. $10 Resident; $12 Non-Resident. Saturday, October 29, 9-10pm (PROGRAM FULL)

Fall Weekends – Molnar Farms

Molnar Farms 3115 E. Western Reserve Road, Poland, OH, United States

Join Molnar Farms for a fun-filled fall adventure at the farm! The event area includes a family-friendly corn maze, kids’ play area, kids’ straw maze, and hayrides to the pumpkin patch where you can pick your own pumpkin right from the vine! Food will be available- vendors/menus may vary. Saturdays 9:00am-5:00pm, & Sundays 11:00am-4:00pm September

Maze Craze

Maze Craze 14070 Woodworth Road, New Springfield, OH, United States

Get Rolling and Get Lost in over 21 acres of corn at Maze Craze! The best corn maze in Ohio and Pennsylvania is located in New Springfield, OH. Maze Craze was featured as one of the top ten corn mazes in the United States in 2018 and 2021 in the USA Today poll. The design for

Excalibur High – The Youngstown Playhouse

The Youngstown Playhouse 600 Playhouse Lane, Youngstown, OH, United States

The Youngstown Playhouse presents Excalibur High on the Main Stage, October 29-30, 2022. This medieval fantasy will take the audience through a 15th-century adventure. After the loss of the headmaster of the Academy, three young scholars must put aside their own destinies and summon their collective strength to prevent the dark power that threatens Logres.

The Monster: Silent Film with Live Organ Accompaniment

Stambaugh Auditorium 1000 Fifth Ave., Youngstown, OH, United States

Stambaugh Auditorium will present the silent film The Monster with live organ accompaniment provided by Jay Spencer on Sunday, October 30 at 4:00pm. The annual event typically brings over 1500 audience members to the Concert Hall for a Halloween extravaganza. The Monster, a 1925 silent horror film starring Lon Chaney as Dr. Ziska, an insane

Spooktacular Halloween Drive-Thru Light Display – Boardman Park

Boardman Township Park 375 Boardman-Poland Rd., Boardman, OH, United States

Enjoy dozens of Halloween creatures that will light up Boardman Park each night all from the safety of your vehicle, starting October 17-October 31 from 5pm-10pm. Drive thru and tune your radio to 88.9FM to enjoy the music to get into the Halloween spirit.

Nightmare at the Canfield Scaregrounds

Canfield Fairgrounds 7265 Columbiana-Canfield Rd., Canfield, OH, United States

Nightmare at the Canfield Scaregrounds features terrifying attractions: Barn of Evil, Slaughter House, Gore Reformatory, Haunted Circus, and Zombie Paintball Massacre. Enter the Neon Nightmare for an immersive rave experience featuring 3D visuals, black lighting effects, and much more. Monster Mania offers “not so scary” scenes for the little ones featuring the Sanderson Sisters. Open

Ghosts of Christmas Always-Christmas Movie

The Hallmark Channel Studio City, CA, United States

Stars: Kim Matula, Ian Harding, Beth Leavel, Lori Tan Chinn, Reginald VelJohnson Premiere date: Sunday, October 30 Synopsis: Katherine is a Ghost of Christmas Present and she must help one soul, Peter, rediscover his Christmas spirit. But this year has something unusual in store. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); https://spanningtheneed.com/podcast/

Event Series Halloween

Halloween

On October 31, Halloween brings out the ghouls and goblins, creatures, and strange folk. They come creeping about the neighborhood seeking favors over trickery. #Halloween People of all ages look forward to Halloween traditions. While dressing up and baking, we carve up glowing pumpkins. Children breathe life into storybook characters while practicing their trick or

#SpanningtheNeed​: Amy Zell, 2020 H.O.P.E Award Honoree, Hope Foundation of the Mahoning Valley (TV Episode)

Armstrong Neighborhood Channel 100

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HEMItF0R5Dc   #SpanningtheNeed is spotlighting the 2020 H.O.P.E. Honoree for Lifetime Achievement presented by the Hope Foundation of the Mahoning Valley Amy Zell, as she discusses mental health, suicide, and a heartfelt story #HOPEWEEK​. We would like to take this time for you to meet some of the 2020 Honorees for The Hope Foundations 2020

Spooktacular Halloween Drive-Thru Light Display – Boardman Park

Boardman Township Park 375 Boardman-Poland Rd., Boardman, OH, United States

Enjoy dozens of Halloween creatures that will light up Boardman Park each night all from the safety of your vehicle, starting October 17-October 31 from 5pm-10pm. Drive thru and tune your radio to 88.9FM to enjoy the music to get into the Halloween spirit.

Trunk & Treat

A Trunk & Treat will be held on Monday, October 31 from 6:00pm-7:30pm at the UU Church of Youngstown, 1105 Elm Rd., Youngstown, OH 44505. Lots of candy and friendly greeters for your little ones!

Nightmare at the Canfield Scaregrounds

Canfield Fairgrounds 7265 Columbiana-Canfield Rd., Canfield, OH, United States

Nightmare at the Canfield Scaregrounds features terrifying attractions: Barn of Evil, Slaughter House, Gore Reformatory, Haunted Circus, and Zombie Paintball Massacre. Enter the Neon Nightmare for an immersive rave experience featuring 3D visuals, black lighting effects, and much more. Monster Mania offers “not so scary” scenes for the little ones featuring the Sanderson Sisters. Open