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SUMMARY:Youngstown Phantoms vs. Des Moines Buccaneers
DESCRIPTION:The Youngstown Phantoms take on the Des Moines Buccaneers at the Covelli Centre on Friday\, January 9 (Scout/Mascot Night) at 7:05pm\, and Saturday\, January 10 at 6:05pm. Experience exciting USHL hockey. For tickets\, call 330-747-PUCK (7825) or visit the Youngstown Phantom’s website.
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/event/youngstown-phantoms-vs-des-moines-buccaneers-4/
LOCATION:Covelli Centre\, 229 East Front Street\, Youngstown\, OH\, 44503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Downtown Youngstown,Event,Events,Fall Sports,Family-Friendly,Phantoms Hockey,Sports
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SUMMARY:YSU Women’s Basketball
DESCRIPTION:Youngstown State University Women’s Basketball home games will be: \nMonday\, November 3 at 11:00am: Thiel at YSU\nSunday\, November 16 at 2:00pm: Bucknell at YSU\nTuesday\, November 25 at 6:30pm: Toledo at YSU\nTuesday\, December 16: Wright State at YSU; TBA\nWednesday\, December 31 at 1:00pm: Salem at YSU\nMonday\, January 5 at 6:30pm: Oakland at YSU\nThursday\, January 8 at 6:30pm: Northern Kentucky at YSU\nSaturday\, January 10 at 2:00pm: Purdue Fort Wayne at YSU\nSaturday\, January 17 at 2:00pm: IU Indy at YSU\nSunday\, January 25 at 1:00pm: Cleveland State at YSU\nThursday\, February 5 at 6:30pm: Milwaukee at YSU\nSaturday\, February 7 at 2:00pm: Green Bay at YSU\nWednesday\, February 11 at 6:30pm: Robert Morris at YSU\nWednesday\, February 25 at 6:30pm: Detroit Mercy at YSU \nAll home games will be held in the Zidian Family Arena at Beeghly Center on the YSU campus. For more information\, visit the YSU Women’s Basketball website.
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/event/ysu-womens-basketball-7/
LOCATION:Beeghly Center – Youngstown State University\, 224 W. Spring St.\, Youngstown\, 44502\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Events,Sports,YSU Sports
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SUMMARY:Houseplant Appreciation Day
DESCRIPTION:One of the best ways to enhance a space is by adding house plants. The busy holidays cause many of us to neglect some of our regular routines\, including houseplant care. National Houseplant Appreciation Day on January 10th serves as a reminder to give your houseplants a little extra attention to keep them thriving. \n\n\n \n#HouseplantAppreciationDay\nThose with green thumbs know that having houseplants come with several benefits\, some of them are even backed by science. \nHouseplant Benefits\n\nBoost productivity – Some studies have shown that indoor plants may improve productivity and performance in the workplace and in school.\nReduce anxiety – Caring for plants provides therapeutic benefits. Similar to outdoor gardening\, indoor gardening may help to ease the symptoms of depression\, anxiety\, and dementia.\nReduce air pollutants – In 1989\, NASA published a study that showed plants may improve the air quality for indoor spaces. Since we all know from elementary science that plants consume carbon dioxide and produce oxygen\, this study makes sense. The more plants you have the more effective they are at improving air quality. Specific plant species are more effective than others\, too. For example\, Boston ferns\, spider plants\, ficus\, rubber trees\, and bamboo palms clean the air more effectively than other plants.\nImproved humidity – Especially in dryer climates and in the winter months\, when plants release moisture into the air they improve the humidity in a room. Humidity enhances a home’s comfort level\, and we also breathe easier when the humidity in our homes is balanced. Also\, plants are prettier than humidifiers.\n\nHouseplants offer much to be appreciated\, as you can see. Beyond these benefits\, houseplants bring the outdoors inside where it can be enjoyed all year long. They fill our homes with color. \nYou don’t have to have a green thumb to care for houseplants\, either. Start with forgiving plants such as pathos\, philodendron\, sansevieria\, or spider plant. These plants will bounce back if you forget to water them and won’t whine if you accidentally overwater them. \n\n\n \nHOW TO OBSERVE HOUSEPLANT APPRECIATION DAY\nDuring National Houseplant Appreciation Day\, give your plants some love. Check their soil\, make sure their roots are happy\, and maybe talk to them. We also suggest: \n\nAdding to your plant collection.\nPruning overgrown plants and offering the cuttings for trade.\nJoining a plant group. These groups help plant lovers to troubleshoot plant problems. They also offer plant swaps for cuttings and full-sized plants.\nBuying a plant for the first time. Be sure to select plants that are not harmful to pets and children.\nTaking a class. You can learn how to care for plants\, access resources\, and improve your understanding of horticulture.\nSharing photos of your plant collection.\n\nBe sure to join the conversation by using #HouseplantAppreciationDay on social media. \nSource Link
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CATEGORIES:Community,Lifestyle
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SUMMARY:Save the Eagles Day
DESCRIPTION:Each year on January 10th\, Save the Eagles Day reminds us of the majestic raptors that soar above the Earth – whether they are well populated or endangered. Due to the work of scientists and the public\, the bald eagle was removed from this list in June 2007. Poaching\, pesticides\, and other dangers continue to threaten eagle populations. \n\n\n \n\n\n\n#SaveTheEaglesDay\n\n\n\nWhile the day started as a way to save a specific pair of bald eagles and to raise awareness about the species\, the observance has grown to encompass all species of eagles. Approximately 60 species of eagles populate the world. Most of the species are found in Eurasia and Africa. North\, Central\, and South America and Australia only account for about 14 species. However\, no eagles are found in Hawaii. The most common species in North America are the bald and golden eagles. \nEagles are powerful birds of prey. An eagle’s sharp sense of sight paired with powerful muscles\, piercing talons\, and beak\, make them primed for the hunt. They are also monogamous\, mating for life. \nHOW TO OBSERVE SAVE THE EAGLES DAY\nLearn more about eagles. Watch documentaries or read about them. Visit an aviary or a bird sanctuary. We have provided a couple of books to review\, too. Participate in preservation and conservation in your area\, too. \n\nThe Eagle Watchers: Observing and Conserving Raptors Around the World  by Todd E. Katzner\nEagles by Melissa Gish\n\nUse #SaveTheEaglesDay to post on social media. \n\n\n \nSAVE THE EAGLES DAY HISTORY\nIn 2015\, Save the Eagles Day originated in the Village of Ridgefield Park\, New Jersey. The day is the result of an effort to save a pair of nesting bald eagles near the community. Late in 2014\, Skymark Development Corp of Paramus brought a study forth arguing that a landfill near where the eagles nested posed health risks. The nesting pair\, fondly named Alice and Al\, had nested along Overpeck Creek since at least 2011. When the developer proposed a solution that included removing the tree the eagles nested in\, the community and the Bergen County Audubon Society organized Save the Eagles Day on January 10\, 2015. \nEventually\, an agreement was formed to preserve an area of the land as an eagle park. Alice and Al continued to live out their days in Ridgefield Park and fly over the residents there. Read more about the environmental success of the area and about Alice and Al. \nSource Link
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SUMMARY:National Bittersweet Chocolate Day
DESCRIPTION:Chocolate lovers\, rejoice! National Bittersweet Chocolate Day on January 10th gives you the excuse to indulge in some chocolate satisfaction. (National Bittersweet Chocolate with Almonds Day is celebrated on November 7th.) \n\n\n \n\n\n\n#BittersweetChocolateDay\n\n\n\nChocolate comes from the seed of the tropical Theobroma cacao tree. Cacao\, which has been cultivated for at least three millennia\, is grown in Mexico\, Central America\, and Northern South America. The earliest known documentation of the use of cacao seeds is around 1100 BC. The cacao tree seed has an intensely bitter taste and must be fermented to develop the flavor.\n\n\nOnce the seeds have been fermented\, the beans are then dried\, cleaned\, and roasted. After roasting\, the shell is removed to produce cacao nibs. The cacao nibs are then ground into a cocoa mass which is pure chocolate in rough form.  Usually\, the cocoa mass is liquefied then molded with or without other ingredients. This is called chocolate liquor. The chocolate liquor may then be processed into two components: cocoa solids and cocoa butter. \n\nBittersweet chocolate is chocolate liquor to which sugar\, cocoa butter\, and vanilla have been added. It does have less sugar and more liquor than semisweet chocolate. However\, the two of them may be interchangeable when baking. \nStudies have revealed that there are certain health benefits from eating bittersweet chocolate in moderation\, such as lowering blood pressure and helping to protect the heart. \n\n\n \nHOW TO OBSERVE BITTERSWEET CHOCOLATE DAY\nBittersweet chocolate offers many ways to celebrate. We can go in so many directions with bittersweet chocolate. Add a little to your baking or sprinkle a little in your morning coffee. Do you like pudding or chocolate chip cookies? This is the chocolate for you. The choice is up to you which delicious chocolate creation you make. However\, once you decide\, be sure to share your creations\, too. \nUse #BittersweetChocolateDay to post on social media. \nSource Link: 
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CATEGORIES:Food,Food & Drink
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SUMMARY:National Cut Your Energy Costs Day
DESCRIPTION:National Cut Your Energy Costs Day encourages consumers to explore their options and keep up with scheduled maintenance. Each year\, on January 10th\, the observance provides information designed to help homeowners and businesses to reduce energy costs and improve efficiency. Did you know that tuning up your heating system can save you up to three to ten percent? \n\n\n \n\n\n\n#CutYourEnergyCostsDay\n\n\n\nIt is often in the little things that you do that can save you big money on your energy bill\, such as: \n\nWeatherproof your home\nReplace old windows with new energy-efficient windows\nReplace old furnace with new energy-efficient furnace\nProperly maintain furnace\nUse solar heat if possible\nTurn down thermostats\nTurning off lights when leaving a room\nUse energy-efficient compact fluorescent light bulbs\nRun dishwasher and washing machine only when fully loaded\nLower water heater temperature\nTake shorter showers\nUnplug unused appliances\nCarpool whenever possible\n\nThe above list is just a few of the many ways to conserve energy. Use these tips\, along with others you may already have in practice\, many available online and you will be able to create energy and financial savings the entire year. \n\n\n \nHOW TO OBSERVE CUT YOUR ENERGY COSTS DAY\nTaking part in National Cut Your Energy Costs Day starts with a plan. Make a list of the things you can change right away. Then working on making improvements to your home to help lower your energy costs. With each improvement\, you’ll be one step closer to an energy-efficient home all year long. Where will you start making changes? \nAs you start\, share your favorite energy-saving tips and practices. Keep track of your changes as you go and involve the whole family\, too. Show them how the improvements reduced expenses and improved efficiency. By involving your family\, they will take that knowledge with them into the future. \nUse #CutYourEnergyCostsDay on social media. \nSource LinkNational Cut Your Energy Costs Day
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/event/national-cut-your-energy-costs-day/
CATEGORIES:Business,Learning
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SUMMARY:Youngstown Phantoms vs. Des Moines Buccaneers
DESCRIPTION:The Youngstown Phantoms take on the Des Moines Buccaneers at the Covelli Centre on Friday\, January 9 (Scout/Mascot Night) at 7:05pm\, and Saturday\, January 10 at 6:05pm. Experience exciting USHL hockey. For tickets\, call 330-747-PUCK (7825) or visit the Youngstown Phantom’s website.
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/event/youngstown-phantoms-vs-des-moines-buccaneers-3/
LOCATION:Covelli Centre\, 229 East Front Street\, Youngstown\, OH\, 44503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Downtown Youngstown,Event,Events,Fall Sports,Family-Friendly,Phantoms Hockey,Sports
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260109T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260109T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T193613
CREATED:20251011T202757Z
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SUMMARY:YSU Men’s Basketball
DESCRIPTION:Youngstown State University Men’s Basketball home games will be: \nMonday\, November 10 at 6:30pm: Penn State Shenango at YSU\nFriday\, November 28 at 3:00pm: Chicago State at YSU\nWednesday\, December 3: Wright State\, TBA\nSunday\, December 14 at 2:00pm: Thiel at YSU\nSaturday\, December 20 at 1:00pm: University of South Carolina-Upstate at YSU\nMonday\, December 29 at 6:30pm: Detroit Mercy at YSU\nThursday\, January 1 at 1:00pm: Oakland at YSU\nWednesday\, January 7 at 6:30pm: Purdue Fort Wayne at YSU\nFriday\, January 9 at 11:00am: Bryant & Stratton College at YSU\nThursday\, January 22 at 6:30pm: Green Bay at YSU\nSaturday\, January 24 at 2:00pm: Milwaukee at YSU\nFriday\, January 30 at 6:30pm: IU Indy at YSU\nSaturday\, February 7 at 4:30pm: Robert Morris at YSU\nWednesday\, February 18 at 6:30pm: Cleveland State at YSU\nSaturday\, February 21 at 2:00pm: Northern Kentucky at YSU \nAll home games will be held in the Zidian Family Arena at Beeghly Center on the YSU campus. For more information\, visit the YSU Men’s Basketball website.
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/event/ysu-mens-basketball-8/
LOCATION:Beeghly Center – Youngstown State University\, 224 W. Spring St.\, Youngstown\, 44502\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Events,Sports,YSU Sports
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260110
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SUMMARY:National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day
DESCRIPTION:Across the country on January 9th each year\, citizens take the lead to show support on National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day. \n\n\n \n\n\n\n#LawEnforcementAppreciationDay\n\n\n\nLaw Enforcement Officers of every rank and file have chosen a profession that puts their life on the line every day for their communities.  They’ve answered a call to public service that is demanding and often unappreciated. \nFrom local\, state\, and federal\, their duties command dedication. The jobs are often thankless and take them away from their families for long hours. Rarely do they know what their days have in store for them. Often law enforcement are the only paid emergency resource a community has. More often they work in coordination with other local\, state\, and federal organizations to make communities safer. \nOn National Law Enforcement Day\, we have an opportunity to thank them for their service and offer a token of respect. \n\n\n \nHOW TO OBSERVE LAW ENFORCEMENT APPRECIATION DAY\nThere are several ways to show your support. Send a note of thanks to your local\, county or state police agency. Wear blue\, turn your social media channels blue or shine a blue porch light to show your support. Share your support using #NationalLawEnforcementAppreciationDay to share on social media. \nNATIONAL LAW ENFORCEMENT APPRECIATION DAY HISTORY\nSeveral organizations came together to create National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day in 2015 to thank officers across the country for all the daily sacrifices they make for their communities. Some of the organizations supporting the observance include: \n\nConcerns of Police Survivors\nFBI National Academy Associates\nFraternal Order of Police\nInternational Association of Chief of Police\nOfficer Down Memorial Page\nLaw Enforcement United\nNational Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund\nInternational Conference of Police Chaplains\nNational Troopers Coalition\n\nSince then the inaugural celebration\, nationwide many more organizations have joined forces to support National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day to spread encouragement and respect to these dedicated men and women. \nSource Link.
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CATEGORIES:Safety Forces
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SUMMARY:YSU Women’s Basketball
DESCRIPTION:Youngstown State University Women’s Basketball home games will be: \nMonday\, November 3 at 11:00am: Thiel at YSU\nSunday\, November 16 at 2:00pm: Bucknell at YSU\nTuesday\, November 25 at 6:30pm: Toledo at YSU\nTuesday\, December 16: Wright State at YSU; TBA\nWednesday\, December 31 at 1:00pm: Salem at YSU\nMonday\, January 5 at 6:30pm: Oakland at YSU\nThursday\, January 8 at 6:30pm: Northern Kentucky at YSU\nSaturday\, January 10 at 2:00pm: Purdue Fort Wayne at YSU\nSaturday\, January 17 at 2:00pm: IU Indy at YSU\nSunday\, January 25 at 1:00pm: Cleveland State at YSU\nThursday\, February 5 at 6:30pm: Milwaukee at YSU\nSaturday\, February 7 at 2:00pm: Green Bay at YSU\nWednesday\, February 11 at 6:30pm: Robert Morris at YSU\nWednesday\, February 25 at 6:30pm: Detroit Mercy at YSU \nAll home games will be held in the Zidian Family Arena at Beeghly Center on the YSU campus. For more information\, visit the YSU Women’s Basketball website.
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/event/ysu-womens-basketball-6/
LOCATION:Beeghly Center – Youngstown State University\, 224 W. Spring St.\, Youngstown\, 44502\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Events,Sports,YSU Sports
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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-5/
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:YSU Men’s Basketball
DESCRIPTION:Youngstown State University Men’s Basketball home games will be: \nMonday\, November 10 at 6:30pm: Penn State Shenango at YSU\nFriday\, November 28 at 3:00pm: Chicago State at YSU\nWednesday\, December 3: Wright State\, TBA\nSunday\, December 14 at 2:00pm: Thiel at YSU\nSaturday\, December 20 at 1:00pm: University of South Carolina-Upstate at YSU\nMonday\, December 29 at 6:30pm: Detroit Mercy at YSU\nThursday\, January 1 at 1:00pm: Oakland at YSU\nWednesday\, January 7 at 6:30pm: Purdue Fort Wayne at YSU\nFriday\, January 9 at 11:00am: Bryant & Stratton College at YSU\nThursday\, January 22 at 6:30pm: Green Bay at YSU\nSaturday\, January 24 at 2:00pm: Milwaukee at YSU\nFriday\, January 30 at 6:30pm: IU Indy at YSU\nSaturday\, February 7 at 4:30pm: Robert Morris at YSU\nWednesday\, February 18 at 6:30pm: Cleveland State at YSU\nSaturday\, February 21 at 2:00pm: Northern Kentucky at YSU \nAll home games will be held in the Zidian Family Arena at Beeghly Center on the YSU campus. For more information\, visit the YSU Men’s Basketball website.
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/event/ysu-mens-basketball-7/
LOCATION:Beeghly Center – Youngstown State University\, 224 W. Spring St.\, Youngstown\, 44502\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Events,Sports,YSU Sports
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SUMMARY:Drive-Thru Winter Wonderland Holiday Lights
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a holiday drive-thru light display at Boardman Park and marvel at the beautiful light displays! It’s free and is open from 5:00pm-10:00pm each night December 7\, 2025 through January 7\, 2026. Tune into 88.9FM to enjoy several light displays that are synchronized to a variety of your favorite holiday songs.
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/event/drive-thru-winter-wonderland-holiday-lights-32/
LOCATION:Boardman Township Park\, 375 Boardman-Poland Rd.\, Boardman\, OH\, 44512\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Events,Family-Friendly,Free Event,Holiday
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260106T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260106T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T193613
CREATED:20251011T202928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T140106Z
UID:48830-1767718800-1767736800@spanningtheneed.com
SUMMARY:Drive-Thru Winter Wonderland Holiday Lights
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a holiday drive-thru light display at Boardman Park and marvel at the beautiful light displays! It’s free and is open from 5:00pm-10:00pm each night December 7\, 2025 through January 7\, 2026. Tune into 88.9FM to enjoy several light displays that are synchronized to a variety of your favorite holiday songs.
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/event/drive-thru-winter-wonderland-holiday-lights-31/
LOCATION:Boardman Township Park\, 375 Boardman-Poland Rd.\, Boardman\, OH\, 44512\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Events,Family-Friendly,Free Event,Holiday
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260105T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260105T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T193613
CREATED:20251011T202756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251101T021236Z
UID:48719-1767637800-1767637800@spanningtheneed.com
SUMMARY:YSU Women’s Basketball
DESCRIPTION:Youngstown State University Women’s Basketball home games will be: \nMonday\, November 3 at 11:00am: Thiel at YSU\nSunday\, November 16 at 2:00pm: Bucknell at YSU\nTuesday\, November 25 at 6:30pm: Toledo at YSU\nTuesday\, December 16: Wright State at YSU; TBA\nWednesday\, December 31 at 1:00pm: Salem at YSU\nMonday\, January 5 at 6:30pm: Oakland at YSU\nThursday\, January 8 at 6:30pm: Northern Kentucky at YSU\nSaturday\, January 10 at 2:00pm: Purdue Fort Wayne at YSU\nSaturday\, January 17 at 2:00pm: IU Indy at YSU\nSunday\, January 25 at 1:00pm: Cleveland State at YSU\nThursday\, February 5 at 6:30pm: Milwaukee at YSU\nSaturday\, February 7 at 2:00pm: Green Bay at YSU\nWednesday\, February 11 at 6:30pm: Robert Morris at YSU\nWednesday\, February 25 at 6:30pm: Detroit Mercy at YSU \nAll home games will be held in the Zidian Family Arena at Beeghly Center on the YSU campus. For more information\, visit the YSU Women’s Basketball website.
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/event/ysu-womens-basketball-5/
LOCATION:Beeghly Center – Youngstown State University\, 224 W. Spring St.\, Youngstown\, 44502\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Events,Sports,YSU Sports
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260105T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260105T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T193613
CREATED:20251011T202928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T140106Z
UID:48829-1767632400-1767650400@spanningtheneed.com
SUMMARY:Drive-Thru Winter Wonderland Holiday Lights
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a holiday drive-thru light display at Boardman Park and marvel at the beautiful light displays! It’s free and is open from 5:00pm-10:00pm each night December 7\, 2025 through January 7\, 2026. Tune into 88.9FM to enjoy several light displays that are synchronized to a variety of your favorite holiday songs.
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/event/drive-thru-winter-wonderland-holiday-lights-30/
LOCATION:Boardman Township Park\, 375 Boardman-Poland Rd.\, Boardman\, OH\, 44512\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Events,Family-Friendly,Free Event,Holiday
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260105
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260106
DTSTAMP:20260403T193613
CREATED:20230102T202132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230102T202132Z
UID:14770-1767571200-1767657599@spanningtheneed.com
SUMMARY:National Thank God It's Monday Day
DESCRIPTION:National Thank God It’s Monday Day encourages us to celebrate the first Monday of the new year with vigor and energy. \n\n\n \n\n\n\n#ThankGodItsMondayDay\n\n\n\nNot only does the observance focus on the first Monday in January\, but on every Monday throughout the year. Mondays are often full of new beginnings. New jobs often start on Mondays. Couples usually marry on weekends and a Monday represents the first work week of their new lives together. Many federal holidays take place on Mondays and therefore special occasions frequently take place on Mondays throughout the year. \nBesides the scheduled events\, many random events occur on a Monday. When Monday repeats between 52 and 53 times out of the year\, important things will happen. It’s 1/7th of our life. Blaming Monday for our woes (traffic) doesn’t improve our personal track record in life (being late). Stop shaming Monday and look at what Monday has to offer. \n\nFreshly brewed coffee to keep us perky\nOpportunity for a bright future\n52 chances to see a beautiful sunrise\nA new week share your talents with the world\n52 opportunities to teach someone a new skill that will better their lives\nEach Monday offers the potential of meeting new people\n\n\n\n \nHOW TO OBSERVE THANK GOD IT’S MONDAY\nEnjoy the first Monday of the year. How will you use your Mondays? Let us know by using #ThankGodItsMondayDay to post on social media. \nIf you need more reasons to celebrate a Monday (any Monday) check out these 16 Events That Happened On A Monday. \nSource link. 
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/event/national-thank-god-its-monday-day/
CATEGORIES:Community,Learning,Lifestyle
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260104T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260104T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T193613
CREATED:20251011T202928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T140106Z
UID:48828-1767546000-1767564000@spanningtheneed.com
SUMMARY:Drive-Thru Winter Wonderland Holiday Lights
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a holiday drive-thru light display at Boardman Park and marvel at the beautiful light displays! It’s free and is open from 5:00pm-10:00pm each night December 7\, 2025 through January 7\, 2026. Tune into 88.9FM to enjoy several light displays that are synchronized to a variety of your favorite holiday songs.
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/event/drive-thru-winter-wonderland-holiday-lights-29/
LOCATION:Boardman Township Park\, 375 Boardman-Poland Rd.\, Boardman\, OH\, 44512\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Events,Family-Friendly,Free Event,Holiday
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260104T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260104T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T193613
CREATED:20251011T202927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T140105Z
UID:48827-1767546000-1767553200@spanningtheneed.com
SUMMARY:Frost & Lights: Winter Nights
DESCRIPTION:Take a frosty evening stroll through Fellows Riverside Gardens glowing with dazzling outdoor lights on December 7\, 13\, 14\, 20\, 21\, 27 & 28\, and January 3-4 from 5:00pm-7:00pm. Keep an eye out–your favorite holiday characters that will be making special appearances to delight guests of all ages! \nWinter Nights are part of Frost & Lights: A Festive Holiday at the Gardens\, a joyful celebration full of twinkling lights\, festive trees\, and holiday cheer for all ages. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/event/frost-lights-winter-nights-9/
LOCATION:Fellows Riverside Gardens\, 123 McKinley Ave.\, Youngstown\, OH\, 44509\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Events,Family-Friendly,Free Event,Holiday
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260104T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260104T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T193613
CREATED:20251011T202927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T140105Z
UID:48826-1767537000-1767537000@spanningtheneed.com
SUMMARY:Disney On Ice: Mickey’s Search Party
DESCRIPTION:The magic of Disney comes to life on the ice! Join Mickey’s Search Party as they bring your favorite stories to life in Disney On Ice presents Mickey’s Search Party\, coming to the Covelli Centre\, January 2–4. Don’t miss this unforgettable family experience! *Note: Costumes not permitted for guests 14 years and older \nShow Dates/Times:\nFriday\, January 2\, 2026 – 11:30am & 6:30pm\nSaturday\, January 3\, 2026 – 10:30am\, 2:30pm & 6:30pm\nSunday\, January 4\, 2026 – 10:30am & 2:30pm \nTicket Prices: $102.00\, $77.00\, $62.00\, $52.00\, $42.00\, $32.00\, $27.00\nTickets will be available on Ticketmaster.com or at the Southwoods Health Box Office. For more information\, visit the event listing on the Covelli Centre website.
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/event/disney-on-ice-mickeys-search-party-7/
LOCATION:Covelli Centre\, 229 East Front Street\, Youngstown\, OH\, 44503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Downtown Youngstown,Event,Events,Family-Friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260104T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260104T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T193613
CREATED:20251011T202927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T140105Z
UID:48825-1767522600-1767522600@spanningtheneed.com
SUMMARY:Disney On Ice: Mickey’s Search Party
DESCRIPTION:The magic of Disney comes to life on the ice! Join Mickey’s Search Party as they bring your favorite stories to life in Disney On Ice presents Mickey’s Search Party\, coming to the Covelli Centre\, January 2–4. Don’t miss this unforgettable family experience! *Note: Costumes not permitted for guests 14 years and older \nShow Dates/Times:\nFriday\, January 2\, 2026 – 11:30am & 6:30pm\nSaturday\, January 3\, 2026 – 10:30am\, 2:30pm & 6:30pm\nSunday\, January 4\, 2026 – 10:30am & 2:30pm \nTicket Prices: $102.00\, $77.00\, $62.00\, $52.00\, $42.00\, $32.00\, $27.00\nTickets will be available on Ticketmaster.com or at the Southwoods Health Box Office. For more information\, visit the event listing on the Covelli Centre website.
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/event/disney-on-ice-mickeys-search-party-6/
LOCATION:Covelli Centre\, 229 East Front Street\, Youngstown\, OH\, 44503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Downtown Youngstown,Event,Events,Family-Friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260104T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260104T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T193613
CREATED:20251011T202926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T140104Z
UID:48824-1767520800-1767553200@spanningtheneed.com
SUMMARY:Frost & Lights: A Festive Holiday at the Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Experience the magic of the season at Fellows Riverside Gardens! Frost & Lights: A Festive Holiday at the Gardens\, a joyful celebration full of twinkling lights\, festive trees\, and holiday cheer for all ages\, will feature the Festival of Trees. Marvel at a stunning indoor display of beautifully decorated live trees from December 7 – January 4 (closed Mondays)\, from 10:00am-5:00pm. \nWinter Nights – take a frosty evening stroll through the Gardens glowing with dazzling outdoor lights from 5:00pm-7:00pm on December 7\, 13\, 14\, 20\, 21\, 27 & 28\, and January 3-4. Keep an eye out–your favorite holiday characters will be making special appearances! \nFestive Finds Weekend – shop local and discover handcrafted treasures at this holiday shopping spectacular from 10:00am-7:00pm on December 13 & 14. The perfect chance to find those last-minute\, one-of-a-kind gifts. Don’t miss this beloved holiday tradition filled with sparkle\, joy\, and seasonal spirit! \n  \n 
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/event/frost-lights-a-festive-holiday-at-the-gardens-22/
LOCATION:Fellows Riverside Gardens\, 123 McKinley Ave.\, Youngstown\, OH\, 44509\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Events,Family-Friendly,Free Event,Holiday
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260104T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260104T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T193613
CREATED:20251011T202744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T140050Z
UID:48717-1767520800-1767538800@spanningtheneed.com
SUMMARY:Model Railroad & Toy Train Flea Market
DESCRIPTION:The Youngstown Model Railroad Association will host a Model Railroad & Toy Train Flea Market at Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish Center\, located at 4490 Norquest Blvd. in Austintown. One of Ohio’s premier Flea Markets featuring all gauges of model railroad equipment\, memorabilia\, & railroad related items. Cost is $7.00 per person\, children 11 and under free with adult. \nModel Railroad & Toy Train Flea Markets will be held: \nSunday\, January 4\, 2026 – 10:00am-3:00pm\nSunday\, April 12\, 2026 – 10:00am-3:00pm \nFor more information\, visit the Youngstown Model Railroad Association website.
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/event/model-railroad-toy-train-flea-market/
LOCATION:Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish Center\, 4500 Norquest Blvd.\, Youngstown\, OH\, 44515\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260104
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260105
DTSTAMP:20260403T193613
CREATED:20230104T131014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230104T131014Z
UID:14782-1767484800-1767571199@spanningtheneed.com
SUMMARY:National Trivia Day
DESCRIPTION:What National Day on January 4th celebrates those who accumulate and hoard tidbits of useless trivia? National Trivia Day\, of course! \n\n\n \n\n\n\n#NationalTriviaDay\n\n\n\nThe holiday recognizes the collectors of unconnected\, irrelevant data\, facts\, history\, and quotes each year. They are the ones who usually proffer these sometimes astounding bits of history when friends and family least expect it. \nIn ancient times\, the term “trivia” was appropriated to mean something very new. \nNostalgic college students in the 1960s began to informally trade questions and answers about the popular culture of their youth. After writing trivia columns\, Columbia University students Ed Goodgold and Dan Carlinsky created the earliest inter-collegiate quiz bowls. They tested culturally (and emotionally) significant yet virtually useless information. The students dubbed the tests trivia contests. TThey later published Trivia (Dell\, 1966)\, the first book treating trivia in the revolutionary new sense. This book also achieved a ranking on the New York Times bestseller list. \n\nOver time\, the word “trivia” has come to refer to obscure and arcane bits of dry knowledge. It also refers to nostalgic remembrances of pop culture.\nIn North America\, Trivial Pursuit peaked in 1984\, when consumers bought over 20 million games.\nSteven Point\, Wisconsin\, holds the largest current trivia contest at the University of  Wisconsin-Stevens Point’s college radio station WWSP 89.9 FM. During the April 2013 event\, the university hosted the 44th annual contest. Typically\, 400 teams participate\, ranging from 1 to 150 players. The competition is open to anyone. It spans 54 hours over a weekend with eight questions each hour.\nThe first season of the popular television trivia show Jeopardy! premiered on March 30\, 1964.\n\n\n\n \nHOW TO OBSERVED NATIONAL TRIVIA DAY\nAre you into trivia? Challenge someone to a trivia contest\, attend a trivia night\, or host one at home. Show off your trivia savvy. While you’re at it\, find out how much you know about the National Days. See if you can answer these questions. Some of them\, we aren’t even sure of the answers.
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/event/national-trivia-day/
CATEGORIES:Education,Learning
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260104
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260105
DTSTAMP:20260403T193613
CREATED:20230104T125550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230104T125550Z
UID:14780-1767484800-1767571199@spanningtheneed.com
SUMMARY:National Spaghetti Day
DESCRIPTION:National Spaghetti Day on January 4th offers an opportunity to pick your sauce and add it to that long\, thin cylindrical pasta of Italian and Sicilian origin. Usually made from semolina flour\, this pasta has been a worldwide favorite for ages and loved by millions. \n\n\n \n\n\n\n#NationalSpaghettiDay\n\n\n\nThere are various pasta dishes based on spaghetti\, and the sauce determines most of them. Some examples include spaghetti ala Carbonara\, garlic and oil\, tomato sauce\, meat sauce\, bolognese\, Alfredo sauce\, clam sauce\, or other sauces. In addition\, we traditionally serve spaghetti dishes topped with grated hard cheeses such as Pecorino Romano\, Parmesan\, and Grana Padano. \nThe word spaghetti is plural for the Italian word spaghetto\, which is a diminutive of spago\, meaning “thin  string” or “twine.” \n\n\n\n\nAmerican restaurants offered spaghetti around the end of the 19th century as Spaghetti Italienne (which is believed to have consisted of noodles cooked past al dente and a mild tomato sauce flavored with easily found spices and vegetables such as cloves\, bay leaves\, and garlic). Decades later\, cooks added oregano and basil to many recipes. \nSpaghetti Origins\nThere is a significant debate on the origin of spaghetti. However\, we do know that we’ve been consuming pasta for many\, many years. There are records in the Jerusalem Talmud of itrium\, a kind of boiled dough commonly available in Palestine from the 3rd to 5th centuries AD. A 9th-century Arab dictionary describes itriyyaas as string-like shapes made of semolina and dried before cooking. A 1154 writing for the Norman King of Sicily\, mentions itriyya as being manufactured and exported from Norman Sicily. Dried pasta became popular in the 14th and 15th centuries due to its easy storage. People stored the dried pasta in ships when exploring the New World. A century later\, pasta was present around the globe during the voyages of discovery. (Wikipedia) \n\n\n \nOn Top of Spaghetti\nIn March of 2009\, the world record for the largest bowl of spaghetti was set and then reset in March of 2010 when a Garden Grove California Buca di Beppo restaurant successfully filled a swimming pool with more than 13\,780 pounds of pasta. \nSung to the tune of “On Top of Old Smoky\,” the fun children’s song\, “On Top of Spaghetti\,” was written and originally sung by folk singer Tom Glazer with the Do-Re-Mi Children’s Chorus in 1963. \n“On top of spaghetti\,\nAll covered with cheese\,\nI lost my poor meatball\,\nWhen somebody sneezed. \nIt rolled off the table\,\nAnd on to the floor\,\nAnd then my poor meatball\,\nRolled out of the door.” \nCOOK\, EAT\, CELEBRATE\nMake your favorite spaghetti dish\, and be sure to make enough to share. Of course\, you can always invite friends to join you at your favorite Italian restaurant and split a plate. If you do\, be sure to tag the restaurant and use #NationalSpaghettiDay to post on social media. \nSource Link. 
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/event/national-spaghetti-day/
CATEGORIES:Community,Food,Lifestyle
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260103T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260103T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T193613
CREATED:20251011T202926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T140104Z
UID:48823-1767465000-1767465000@spanningtheneed.com
SUMMARY:Disney On Ice: Mickey’s Search Party
DESCRIPTION:The magic of Disney comes to life on the ice! Join Mickey’s Search Party as they bring your favorite stories to life in Disney On Ice presents Mickey’s Search Party\, coming to the Covelli Centre\, January 2–4. Don’t miss this unforgettable family experience! *Note: Costumes not permitted for guests 14 years and older \nShow Dates/Times:\nFriday\, January 2\, 2026 – 11:30am & 6:30pm\nSaturday\, January 3\, 2026 – 10:30am\, 2:30pm & 6:30pm\nSunday\, January 4\, 2026 – 10:30am & 2:30pm \nTicket Prices: $102.00\, $77.00\, $62.00\, $52.00\, $42.00\, $32.00\, $27.00\nTickets will be available on Ticketmaster.com or at the Southwoods Health Box Office. For more information\, visit the event listing on the Covelli Centre website.
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/event/disney-on-ice-mickeys-search-party-5/
LOCATION:Covelli Centre\, 229 East Front Street\, Youngstown\, OH\, 44503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Downtown Youngstown,Event,Events,Family-Friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260103T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260103T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T193613
CREATED:20251011T202926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T140104Z
UID:48822-1767459600-1767477600@spanningtheneed.com
SUMMARY:Drive-Thru Winter Wonderland Holiday Lights
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a holiday drive-thru light display at Boardman Park and marvel at the beautiful light displays! It’s free and is open from 5:00pm-10:00pm each night December 7\, 2025 through January 7\, 2026. Tune into 88.9FM to enjoy several light displays that are synchronized to a variety of your favorite holiday songs.
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/event/drive-thru-winter-wonderland-holiday-lights-28/
LOCATION:Boardman Township Park\, 375 Boardman-Poland Rd.\, Boardman\, OH\, 44512\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Events,Family-Friendly,Free Event,Holiday
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260103T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260103T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T193613
CREATED:20251011T202925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T140103Z
UID:48821-1767459600-1767466800@spanningtheneed.com
SUMMARY:Frost & Lights: Winter Nights
DESCRIPTION:Take a frosty evening stroll through Fellows Riverside Gardens glowing with dazzling outdoor lights on December 7\, 13\, 14\, 20\, 21\, 27 & 28\, and January 3-4 from 5:00pm-7:00pm. Keep an eye out–your favorite holiday characters that will be making special appearances to delight guests of all ages! \nWinter Nights are part of Frost & Lights: A Festive Holiday at the Gardens\, a joyful celebration full of twinkling lights\, festive trees\, and holiday cheer for all ages. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/event/frost-lights-winter-nights-8/
LOCATION:Fellows Riverside Gardens\, 123 McKinley Ave.\, Youngstown\, OH\, 44509\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Events,Family-Friendly,Free Event,Holiday
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260103T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260103T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T193613
CREATED:20251011T202924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T140102Z
UID:48817-1767434400-1767466800@spanningtheneed.com
SUMMARY:Frost & Lights: A Festive Holiday at the Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Experience the magic of the season at Fellows Riverside Gardens! Frost & Lights: A Festive Holiday at the Gardens\, a joyful celebration full of twinkling lights\, festive trees\, and holiday cheer for all ages\, will feature the Festival of Trees. Marvel at a stunning indoor display of beautifully decorated live trees from December 7 – January 4 (closed Mondays)\, from 10:00am-5:00pm. \nWinter Nights – take a frosty evening stroll through the Gardens glowing with dazzling outdoor lights from 5:00pm-7:00pm on December 7\, 13\, 14\, 20\, 21\, 27 & 28\, and January 3-4. Keep an eye out–your favorite holiday characters will be making special appearances! \nFestive Finds Weekend – shop local and discover handcrafted treasures at this holiday shopping spectacular from 10:00am-7:00pm on December 13 & 14. The perfect chance to find those last-minute\, one-of-a-kind gifts. Don’t miss this beloved holiday tradition filled with sparkle\, joy\, and seasonal spirit! \n  \n 
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/event/frost-lights-a-festive-holiday-at-the-gardens-21/
LOCATION:Fellows Riverside Gardens\, 123 McKinley Ave.\, Youngstown\, OH\, 44509\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Events,Family-Friendly,Free Event,Holiday
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