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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-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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SUMMARY:Community Cookbooks: Food\, Memory\, and Tradition
DESCRIPTION:To celebrate local food traditions\, this America 250 program takes a look at “community cookbooks” of the Mahoning Valley. \nSaturday\, January 17 from 10:00am-11:30am at the Poland Library. Registration is required – visit The Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County website.
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/event/community-cookbooks-food-memory-and-tradition/
LOCATION:Poland Library\, 311 S. Main Street\, Poland\, OH\, 44514\, United States
CATEGORIES:America 250,Event,Events,Free Event
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SUMMARY:National Hot Buttered Rum Day
DESCRIPTION:It’s hot. It’s buttered. It’s hot buttered rum! Haven’t had it? No worries. January 17 is National Hot Buttered Rum Day and it’s the perfect opportunity to give it a try. Hot buttered rum is a mixed drink containing rum\, butter\, hot water or cider\, sweetener\, and spices such as cinnamon\, nutmeg\, and cloves. It dates back to colonial America\, but likely originates from Europe. It’s most often enjoyed in the fall and winter\, when it’s cold and cozy and has been described as “comfort food in a mug”. Craving a warm mug of it already? We are too.
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CATEGORIES:Food & Drink
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260116T190500
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SUMMARY:Youngstown Phantoms vs. Muskegon Lumberjacks
DESCRIPTION:The Youngstown Phantoms take on the Muskegon Lumberjacks at the Covelli Centre on Friday\, January 16 (Country Night) at 7:05pm. 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-muskegon-lumberjacks-11/
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:National Hat Day
DESCRIPTION:Hang on to your hats and celebrate in style on National Hat Day. Celebrated each year on January 15th\, don your favorite fedora\, cap\, cloche\, derby\, or sunhat. Dig out your ceremonial best and tell the story behind it. Wear your warmest tuque\, stocking cap\, beanie\, and share the name you give it. There are so many hats\, fashions\, and names we give them. Certainly\, we could wear a hat a day and never get through them all. \n\n\n \n\n\n\n#NationalHatDay\n\n\n\nWe wear hats for numerous reasons. Many hats protect us from elements or harm. Others were worn for ceremonial or religious reasons. Some hats just make us look good or cover up what we think doesn’t. Through the centuries\, we’ve given our hats a lot of meaning. \n\nIn the Middle Ages\, hats indicated social status.\nIn the military\, hats may denote one’s nationality\, branch of service\, rank\, and/or regiment.\nA Thebes tomb painting depicts one of the first pictorials of a hat.  The painting shows a man wearing a conical straw hat.\nStructured hats for women began to be worn in the late 16th century.\nMillinery is the designing and manufacture of hats.\nThe term “milliner” is derived from the city of Milan\, Italy. The best quality hats were made in Milan in the 18th century.\nMillinery traditionally began as a woman’s occupation\, as the milliner created hats and bonnets and chose lace\, trim\, and accessories to complete any outfit.\nIn the mid-1920s\, to replace the bonnets and wide-brimmed hats\, women began to wear smaller hats that hugged their heads.\n\nDepending on where you live\, if you are outside in the middle of a cold January\, you may definitely want to wear a hat on National Hat Day! \n\n\n \nHOW TO OBSERVE NATIONAL HAT DAY\nWear your favorite hat on National Hat Day. Celebrate an era or an occupation. Learn the history of a particular hat or try making a paper hat. \nBe sure to wear a hat and use #NationalHatDay to post on social media. Educators\, visit the National Day Calendar® Classroom for lessons designed around National Hat Day. If you’d like to learn more about hats\, read 10 Iconic Hats From Pop Culture. \nNATIONAL HAT DAY HISTORY\nSince at least 1983\, schools\, libraries\, and museums have observed National Hat Day has been observed in libraries\, schools\, and museums. They invited students and patrons to wear their favorite hats or hats of their occupation. People of all ages show up in pirate hats and football helmets. Patrol officers\, postal workers\, restaurant servicers also wear their hats to various events. That date also commemorates the day in 1797 when the first top hat made its appearance in court. Created by haberdasher John Hetherington\, the judge claimed the tall hat\, rather prominent hat disturbed the public. \nSource Link
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SUMMARY:National Bagel Day
DESCRIPTION:Toast up your favorite flavor on National Bagel Day. On January 15th\, don’t forget to pick your favorite schmear\, too. Make it for breakfast\, lunch\, snack\, or all of the above! \n\n\n\n#NationalBagelDay\n\n\n\nThis kosher carbohydrate brings complex flavors to the deli and sandwich bar. In the United States\, we love our crunch-on-the-outside-chewy-on-the-inside bread. So they’re a staple in our freezers and as a winter pick-me-up. \n\n\n \nBagel History\nPolish-Jewish immigrants introduced the bagel to the United States. Throughout New York City and the surrounding boroughs\, they grew thriving businesses. Of course\, it didn’t take long for the bakers to organize. In 1907\, they created the International Beigel Bakers’ Union. For decades\, Bagel Bakers Local 338 held contracts with nearly all bagel bakeries for its workers in and around the city. \nUntil the 1960s\, bakeries made bagels by hand. Then Daniel Thompson invented the bagel maker\, and along came a heated debate of man versus the machine. Thereafter\, the question of the better bagel dangled before customers. Was it the handcrafted beigel or the manufactured bagel? \nThe bagel became more common throughout North America during the last quarter of the 20th century. Credit for the bagel’s spread across the country goes in part to the efforts of bagel baker Harry Lender\, his son\, Murray Lender\, and Florence Sender. Their pioneering efforts led to the automated production and distribution of frozen bagels in the 1960s. Murray also invented pre-slicing the bagel. \n\n\n \nHOW TO OBSERVE NATIONAL BAGEL DAY\nHave your favorite bagel combinations. Invite friends to get a schmear or two with you. Try new combinations. Do you like yours toasted or not? Breakfast bagels\, pizza bagels\, cinnamon bagels\, they all sound so delicious right now. Which one will you choose? \nBrush up on the bagel’s history in the United States. It’s a vibrant and enduring one. Use #NationalBagelDay to share your favorites and give your favorite bagel shop a shoutout\, too! \nNATIONAL BAGEL DAY HISTORY\nOnce\, the bagel shared a day with lox\, but no longer. As of 2020\, the bagel branched out on its own to celebrate all kinds of bagels. \nSource Link 
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CATEGORIES:Food
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SUMMARY:Youngstown Phantoms vs. Team USA
DESCRIPTION:The Youngstown Phantoms take on Team USA at the Covelli Centre on Wednesday\, January 14 at 7:05pm. 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-team-usa-9/
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:20260114T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260114T150000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T140052Z
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SUMMARY:History of Youngstown and Mahoning Valley Restaurants
DESCRIPTION:A lecture on the history of Youngstown and Mahoning Valley restaurants\, this will cover past and present eateries. Topics will cover ethnic food\, corporate chain restaurants and local well known places that defined the Valley’s cuisine. \nWednesday\, January 14 from 2:00pm-3:00pm at the Main Library. Registration required – visit The Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County website.
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/event/history-of-youngstown-and-mahoning-valley-restaurants/
LOCATION:The Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County – Main Library\, 305 Wick Ave.\, Youngstown\, OH\, 44503\, United States
CATEGORIES:America 250,Event,Events,Free Event
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SUMMARY:National Dress Up Your Pet Day
DESCRIPTION:National Dress Up Your Pet Day on January 14th provides a special day to celebrate with your pet and show off their fashion style. Pets do become part of one’s family. Whether you take a visit to the groomer or take it a step further and dress up in matching outfits\, be sure your pet companion is safe and comfortable. \n\n\n \n\n\n\n#NationalDressUpYourPetDay\n\n\n\nPlease remember to keep your pets safe and comfortable in the pet clothing and costumes that you choose. \nTips for dressing up your pet: \n\n\n\n\nIf your pet just doesn’t like dressing up\, let them sit this holiday out.\nBe sure it fits. Restricting movement or ability to breathe can cause injury or illness.\nMany pets like to chew. Avoid loose or dangling pieces which can cause choking hazards.\n\n\nHOW TO OBSERVE NATIONAL DRESS UP YOUR PET DAY\nThe name of the day tells you how to celebrate it; dress your pets up! Keep your pet’s comfort first and foremost. A visit to the groomer for a bit of polish and trim always improves our pet companion’s appearance. Get a snazzy bandana\, bow\, or collar to show off the fresh do. How about a sweater for chilly\, long walks? If the tutu is too\, too much\, your pooch will let you know. Be sure to share your favorite pet poses with us. We love to see how you #CelebrateEveryDay. Use #DressUpYourPetDay to post on social media. \n\n\n \nNATIONAL DRESS UP YOUR PET DAY HISTORY\nNational Dress Up Your Pet Day was founded in 2009 by Celebrity Pet Lifestyle Expert and Animal Behaviorist\, Colleen Paige.\nSource Link.
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/event/national-dress-up-your-pet-day/
CATEGORIES:Pets
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SUMMARY:National Hot Pastrami Sandwich Day
DESCRIPTION:Pastrami lovers across the country look forward to their favorite sandwich on January 14th as they recognize National Hot Pastrami Sandwich Day. \n\n\n \n\n\n\n#HotPastramiSandwichDay\n\n\n\nPopular delicatessen meat\, pastrami is usually made from beef. Others make their pastrami sandwich with pork\, mutton\, or turkey. Before refrigeration\, butchers originally created pastrami as a way to preserve meat. To make pastrami\, they placed the raw meat in brine. Then they partially dried it and seasoned it with various herbs and spices to be smoked and steamed. \nA wave of Romanian Jewish immigration introduced pastrami (pronounced pastróme)\, a Romanian specialty\, in the second half of the 19th century. Early English references used the spelling “pastrama” before the modified “pastrami” spelling was used. \nNew York kosher butcher\, Sussman Volk earns credit for producing the first pastrami sandwich in 1887. He claimed to have gotten the recipe from a Romanian friend in exchange for storing his luggage. Due to the popularity of his sandwich\, Volk converted his butcher shop into a restaurant to sell pastrami sandwiches. \n\n\n \nClassic Pastrami\n\nWhen served\, the deli typically slices the pastrami and places it between two slices of rye bread. Sometimes\, the classic New York deli sandwich (pastrami on rye) is served with coleslaw and Russian dressing.\nWhen pastrami and coleslaw combine\, it’s called a Rachel sandwich. Similar to a Reuben which is made with corned beef and sauerkraut.\nIn Los Angeles\, they serve the classic pastrami sandwich with hot pastrami right out of the steamer. They slice it very thin and wet from the brine then layered on double-baked Jewish-style rye bread. It is traditionally accompanied by yellow mustard and pickles.\nIn Salt Lake City\, in the early 1960s\, Greek immigrants introduced a hamburger topped with pastrami and a special sauce. This pastrami burger remains a staple of local burger chains in Utah.\n\n\n\n \nHOW TO OBSERVE HOT PASTRAMI SANDWICH DAY\nServe up your favorite pastrami sandwich. What toppings will you add? Try making several versions. Here are some other suggestions for celebrating: \n\nAdd sliced green apples and sharp cheddar cheese to your sandwich.\nInvite friends to build their own sandwiches.\nGive a shout-out to your favorite restaurant and deli with the best pastrami sandwich.\nWhile you’re at it\, what’s the best beverage to wash down a hot pastrami sandwich?\nAre you a master sandwich maker? Share your sandwich stacking tips.\nWhen it comes to the bread only the best will do. Pastrami and rye are classic. What other bread makes terrific pastrami sandwiches?\nMix up a variety of spreads. Make them hot\, spicy\, sweet\, sour\, or creamy\, and find out which one compliments pastrami best.\nRead the Pastrami on Rye: An Overstuffed History of the Jewish Deli by Ted Merwin while munching on your creation.\nWatch a food show while enjoying your delicious pastrami sandwich.\n\nTry this Hot Pastrami Sandwich recipe. \nUse #HotPastramiSandwichDay to post on social media. \nSource Link
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SUMMARY:National Rubber Ducky Day
DESCRIPTION:According to a 1973 Sesame Street calendar\, Rubber Duckie’s Birthday is January 13th so around the country it’s National Rubber Ducky Day! A friend of Ernie and Big Bird\, Duckie made his debut in a February 1970 episode. \n\n\n \n#NationalRubberDuckyDay\nThe rubber ducky (also spelled duckie) has come a long way from his first concept as a chew toy for children. While the origin of the first rubber ducky is uncertain\, many rubber molded toys came about when rubber manufacturing developed in the late 1800s. They produced a variety of toys from dolls and various animal shapes\, including the rubber duck. \nIn 1928\, Landon Smart Lawrence received the earliest patent for a rubber duck toy. His clever design weighted the toy so that when it tipped it returned to an upright position. The sketch included with the patent was that of a duck. \nDuring World Wars I and II\, rubber was a valuable commodity. Rationing became mandatory and by the 1940s with the advent of plastic\, the rubber ducky began being produced in vinyl and plastic. Russian Sculptor Peter Ganine sculpted many animal figures. One\, a duck\, he later designed and patented into a floating toy that closely resembles the rubber ducky we have become familiar with today. \nSales of the iconic yellow rubber ducky we’ve come to know today soared in Britain in 2001. Why? A British Tabloid\, The Sun\, reported Queen Elizabeth II had a rubber duck in her bathroom that wore an inflatable crown. \nThe rubber ducky became a Toy Hall of Fame inductee in 2013. Founded in 1998\, the Hall of Fame has only inducted 52 other toys. \n\n\n \nHOW TO OBSERVE NATIONAL RUBBER DUCKY DAY\nSpend time with your favorite rubber ducky. Share photos of your rubber ducky collection. Discover all the different kinds of rubber duckies available. Use #NationalRubberDuckyDay to post on social media. \nNATIONAL RUBBER DUCKY DAY HISTORY\nWhile our research did not uncover the creator of National Rubber Ducky Day\, National Day Calendar® is pretty fond of the idea that it has to do with Sesame Street’s Rubber Duckie. \nSource Link: 
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CATEGORIES:Children,Community
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SUMMARY:National Sticker Day
DESCRIPTION:National Sticker Day on January 13th recognizes all the ways stickers brighten up a page or send a special message. The day celebrates all things stickers\, from the custom printing of them to sharing stickers. Every sticker has a story. \n\n\n \n\n\n\n#NationalStickerDay\n\n\n\nHistorians credit the European merchants in the 1880s as the first to stick labels to their products\, in an effort to promote their goods and wares to passersby. \nThese savvy\, pre-industrial entrepreneurs used a gum paste to get the labels to adhere and\, well\, stick: hence “stickers.” By the 1900s a sticker-specific paste had been developed and was widely used\, most notably on stamps\, which dried and then would re-apply when moistened. \nThe observance is in honor of R. Stanton Avery\, who was born on that day in 1907. Avery was the original creator of the adhesive label with removable backing. \n\n\n \nHOW TO OBSERVE NATIONAL STICKER DAY\nNational Sticker Day offers so many ways to celebrate! We won’t limit it to any age group either\, so be sure to invite everyone to the party. That means everyone deserves a sticker whether they are shopping online\, promoting their business\, or learning something new. While you are planning your celebration\, be sure to check out these ideas\, too. \n\nHost a sticker collection contest. Award prizes for the largest\, most colorful\, and most original collections.\nStickers bring in business\, too. Create a buzz around special days using stickers.\nThey inspire creativity in the classroom. Ask students to design stickers for events and campaigns.\nGet organized! Color code your favorite projects with stickers that keep you on track.\n\nTake photos of them to post on social media using #NationalStickerDay. \nLearn more about the history behind National Sticker Day and Sticker Giant by reading Celebration Spotlight. \nNATIONAL STICKER DAY HISTORY\nStickerGiant\, a promotional sticker and product label company based in Longmont\, Colorado\, created National Sticker Day in 2015 to celebrate all the fun stickers bring to all ages. \nSource Link.
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CATEGORIES:Children,Education,Learning
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SUMMARY:National Shop for Travel Day
DESCRIPTION:As the holiday season fades away\, our minds turn to our next opportunity for a vacation. While that may seem far off\, National Shop for Travel Day on the second Tuesday in January reminds us to start planning now! \n\n\n \n\n\n\n#ShopForTravelDay\n\n\n\nToday\, there are more tools and resources than ever before to help us shop for that perfect trip. How we choose to travel\, our accommodations\, and where we relax and have fun has become mobile and virtual. Whether we’re planning a weekend getaway or our dream vacation\, we can shop\, compare\, plan\, and book all in just a few clicks. \nAdvancements made by travel technology innovators and intermediaries have not only provided us with the tools to expertly guide us through the booking experience\, but they get us there\, too. They connect us to the people who put us in the beautiful places we want to stay. Today\, more than ever before\, we can find just the accommodation we’ve been seeking and even tour it before we go\, view ratings and firsthand accounts from other travelers\, and catch a glimpse of what our trip will be like long before it begins. \nTraveling for pleasure – or for work – can be a tremendous expense in both dollars and time\, and you want the reassurance that you’re making the right choices whether you’re going home to visit old friends or visiting a city for the very first time. These apps and tools provide that confidence and actually make it fun to explore the limitless possibilities for travel. \nWherever and whenever you have your heart set to go\, start shopping now. Whatever the trip may be\, National Shop for Travel Day is the perfect time to visit an online travel company and book it. \nMake that dream vacation come true. \n\n\n \nHOW TO OBSERVE SHOP FOR TRAVEL DAY\nTechnology has made shopping for travel easier. Not only can we comparison shop\, but it also makes planning a lot easier. Celebrate the day by making a list of the places you dream of going\, need to go\, and would like to see again. \n\nCompare hotels\, rentals\, and other lodgings available. Secluded cabins\, RV rentals\, and camping gear are available\, too.\nCheck flights\, trains\, or even routes for taking a road trip. Don’t forget to plan stops along some of the country’s most scenic byways and historic routes.\nAsk friends and family for the best travel agents to help you make the most of your travel plans.\nAlso\, ask those friends about their favorite trips – business and vacations. They can help you find the best places to explore.\nFind the ideal times of the year to travel for business and pleasure. If you’re trying to avoid crowds\, the offseason may be the best time of year to travel.\nDiscover unique vacations that are worth writing home about.\nLook for adventures that take you away from the crowd and give you a unique view of the world.\n\nMake a list of places you would like to go and check the dates. Start shopping on your favorite sites or contact your travel agent. Use #ShopForTravelDay to share on social media. \nSource Link: 
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CATEGORIES:Business,Community
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SUMMARY:National Pharmacist Day
DESCRIPTION:National Pharmacist Day on January 12th annually recognizes and honors all pharmacists across the nation. \nCelebrating Teacher Appreciation Week on Spanning the Need w/Anthony Spano(Opens in a new browser tab) \n\n\n\n#NationalPharmacistDay\n\n\n\nThe role of pharmacists has shifted over the years. Where once they served as the classical “lick\, stick and pour” dispensary\, they now serve as an integrated member of the health care team. Pharmacists are often directly involved in patient care and play a vital role in a patient’s recovery. \nHistorically\, pharmacists primarily checked and distributed drugs to doctors for patient prescribed medication. In modern times\, pharmacists advise patients and health care providers on the selection\, dosages\, interactions\, and side effects of prescriptions. Additionally\, their role includes being a learned intermediary between a prescriber and a patient. By monitoring the health and progress of patients\, pharmacists can then ensure the safe and effective use of medication. \nPharmacists work long hours\, usually standing the entire time. Along with dispensing pills and providing advice on medications\, pharmacists also administer immunizations. Pharmacists who conduct research discover and test new medications\, too. \n\nDo you wonder how Agatha Christie came to know so much about poisons for her murder mysteries? She was once a pharmacy dispenser during World War I.\nCoca-Cola\, Pepsi\, Dr. Pepper\, and Ginger Ale were all invented by pharmacists\nBefore running for President of the United States\, Hubert Humphrey earned his pharmacy license and worked in his father’s pharmacy.\nWilliam Procter\, Jr.\, (May 3\, 1817 – February 10\, 1874) dedicated his career to the science of pharmacy. He wrote the first textbook on pharmacy for students in the United States and advocated for the founding of the American Pharmaceutical Association. His dedication earned him the name Father of Pharmacy.\n\nSpanning the Need’s Christmas Concert Special (TV Broadcast)(Opens in a new browser tab) \nHOW TO OBSERVE NATIONAL PHARMACIST DAY\nAnyone who has required the services of a pharmacist\, take time to thank them today. Give them a shout-out. Whether they work in a facility or local pharmacy\, they will appreciate the good word. If you’re considering a career\, learn more about pharmacy. Use #NationalPharmacistDay to post on social media. \nNATIONAL PHARMACIST DAY HISTORY\nWhile we were unable to find the exact creator of this observance\, it is indicated that it is likely an association of pharmaceutical groups that are founders. \nSource Link.
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/event/national-pharmacist-day/
CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260113
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SUMMARY:National Clean Off Your Desk Day
DESCRIPTION:The second Monday of January each year recognizes National Clean Off Your Desk Day. \n\n\n \n\n\n\n#CleanOffYourDeskDay\n\n\n\nThis day is an opportunity to begin your new year with a clean and organized workspace. Whether your desk is in a private or shared office\, cubicle\, home or a make-shift desk on the counter\, having your workspace uncluttered and organized will help you work more efficiently. A clean workspace improves productivity and inspires us\, too. It often gives us a sense of serenity. \nHOW TO OBSERVE CLEAN OFF YOUR DESKTOP DAY\nWhile there are those who say they know where everything is\, we all know a clean start helps give us a new perspective. \nTips for Getting Organized\n\nRemove everything from your desk. Yes\, everything.\nClean the surface. As you replace items\, clean them with the appropriate cleaning supply. Usually\, a damp cloth is sufficient\, but other electrical items need specific care.\nGet out the shredder and the garbage can. Shred\, file\, scan documents\, business cards\, recipes\, photos as needed.\nPlace all documents and photos in the appropriate locations.\nShred and toss outdated documents\, non-working pens\, junk mail.\n\nDon’t forget to replace that old calendar hanging on the wall. While you’re at it\, vacuum up those dust bunnies and sanitize your keyboard. Place a fresh box of tissues on your newly cleaned desktop. You’ll be ready for new clients in no time. Use #CleanOffYourDeskDay to post on social media. \n\n\n \nNATIONAL CLEAN OFF YOUR DESK DAY HISTORY\nWhile researching the origin of this tidy day\, National Day Calendar staff uncovered information leading to A.C. Viero of Clio\, Michigan as the founder of this annual holiday. Now that we can see the top of our desk\, we can clearly see there will be more paperwork in our future! \nSource Link.
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/event/national-clean-off-your-desk-day/
CATEGORIES:Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260111T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260111T120000
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CREATED:20251017T095616Z
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SUMMARY:Evaline’s Premier Bridal Show
DESCRIPTION:Evaline’s Premier Bridal Show will be held on Sunday\, January 11 at Waypoint 4180. Doors open at 12:00pm. Pre-register at www.evalinesbridal.com. Tickets are $15.
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/event/evalines-premier-bridal-show/
LOCATION:Waypoint 4180\, 4180 Westford Place\, Canfield\, OH\, 44406\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Events
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260112
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SUMMARY:National Milk Day
DESCRIPTION:National Milk Day on January 11th commemorates the day many think the first milk deliveries in glass bottles began in the United States. Alexander Campbell of the New York Dairy Company professed to the New York State Senate that his company was the first to make these deliveries in 1878. \n\n\n \n#NationalMilkDay \nThe United States and Australia export more milk and milk products than any other country. Those products include cheese\, yogurt\, ice cream\, butter\, cream\, powdered milk\, and much more. Throughout the world\, more than 6 billion people consume milk and the products we make from it. One of the reasons is because milk provides nutrients such as calcium\, potassium\, vitamin B12\, and vitamin A. \nProduction History\nDuring the Middle Ages\, people called milk the virtuous white liquor because alcoholic beverages were more reliable than water. In 1863\, French chemist and biologist Louis Pasteur made it possible for milk and other food and drinks to be stored for more extended periods. He developed a method of killing harmful bacteria that is now called pasteurization. \nIn 1884\, an American doctor\, Hervey Thatcher of New York City\, developed the first modern glass milk bottle. He called it the “Thatcher’s Common Sense Milk Jar.” He used a waxed paper disk to seal the milk in the glass bottle. Later\, in 1932\, plastic-coated paper milk cartons were introduced commercially as a consequence of their invention by Victor W. Farris. \nModern industrial processes use milk to produce casein\, whey protein\, lactose\, condensed milk\, powdered milk\, and many other food-additive and industrial products. \nAnimals\nThe females of all mammal species can\, by definition\, produce milk. However\, cow milk dominates commercial production. In 2011. FAO estimates cows produced 85% of all milk worldwide. Apart from cattle\, many kinds of livestock contribute milk used by humans for dairy products. These animals include buffalo\, goat\, sheep\, camel\, donkey\, horse\, reindeer\, and yak. Like cattle\, their milk produces cream\, butter\, yogurt\, kefir\, ice cream\, and cheese\, too. \n\n\n \nHOW TO OBSERVE NATIONAL MILK DAY\nThe ultimate way to celebrate is with a large glass of milk. However\, a serving of anything made with milk would count\, too! Does a milkshake sound good to you? We’ve gathered up some other ways to celebrate\, too! \n\nMake your own cheese\nAdd chocolate\, strawberry\, and malted flavorings to your milk. Then blindfold the kids and have a milk tasting!\nInvite a friend for homemade hot chocolate\nWhile drinking your milk\, learn more about the nutrients in milk\n\nUse #NationalMilkDay to post on social media. \nSource Link.
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/event/national-milk-day/
CATEGORIES:Food,Food & Drink
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260112
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SUMMARY:National Step in a Puddle and Splash Your Friends Day
DESCRIPTION:On National Step in a Puddle and Splash Your Friends Day\, particular criteria must be present to celebrate. On January 11th\, unless the ideal conditions prevail\, some areas of the country may have to create them. So\, can we really? Well\, yes\, the name of the day says you can!  Life is short….let’s have fun! And good luck. \n\n\n \n\n\n\n#StepInAPuddleAndSplashYourFriendsDay\n\n\n\nIf you are feeling somewhat mischievous (in a nice kind of way)\, join in on the celebration that all kids will love and all the young-at-heart adults will love just the same. Put on your boots\, raincoats\, slickers and grab some rubber duckies\, too. Skip along the way. Splashing in puddles can be a terrific way to relieve stress. There’s no right or wrong way to splashing or stepping in a puddle. We’re going to get wet and probably a little dirty no matter how you do it. So splash away. \nNow\, if you live in a more frozen region of the country\, we encourage you to find alternative ways to celebrate. We know you’ll be creative and safe. \n\n\n \nHOW TO OBSERVE STEP IN A PUDDLE AND SPLASH YOUR FRIENDS DAY\nOn National Step in A Puddle and Splash Your Friends Day\, invite your besties to join you for a fun-filled time reliving those days when you didn’t worry about getting your feet wet. Dance and splash in the puddles! Sing some splashing in puddle songs or check out this great video expressing the joy of splashing in puddles. \nUse #StepInAPuddleAndSplashYourFriendsDay to post on social media. \nSource Link
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/event/national-step-in-a-puddle-and-splash-your-friends-day/
CATEGORIES:Children,Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260110T180500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260110T180500
DTSTAMP:20260404T052644
CREATED:20251017T095616Z
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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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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260110T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T052644
CREATED:20251017T095512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251101T021237Z
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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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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260110
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260111
DTSTAMP:20260404T052644
CREATED:20230110T135815Z
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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
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/event/houseplant-appreciation-day/
CATEGORIES:Community,Lifestyle
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260111
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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
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/event/save-the-eagles-day/
CATEGORIES:Community,Lifestyle,Outdoor
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260111
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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: 
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/event/national-bittersweet-chocolate-day/
CATEGORIES:Food,Food & Drink
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260111
DTSTAMP:20260404T052644
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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
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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.
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/event/national-law-enforcement-appreciation-day/
CATEGORIES:Safety Forces
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ORGANIZER;CN="Spanning the Need":MAILTO:info@spanningtheneed.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260108T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260108T183000
DTSTAMP:20260404T052644
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260108T173000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260107T183000
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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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