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SUMMARY:National K9 Veterans Day
DESCRIPTION:March 13th recognizes National K9 Veterans Day and the dedicated K9 units who’ve served since World War II. \nSTN Inspirational Quotes To Keep You Inspired in 2023\n#NationalK9VeteransDay\nA lot of things changed after the bombing of Pearl Harbor in 1941. We rationed oil\, leather\, and rubber. The military draft men into service. Women rolled up their sleeves and built war supplies. \nAnd dogs were called to duty. During the first world war\, the United States took notice of the European use of canines as sentries\, message carriers\, and several other functions. \nA private citizen\, Mrs. Alene Erlanger initiated a program called Dogs for Defense. Along with the American Kennel Club and a handful of breeders\, the group aimed to train the dogs for military use. \nBy November of 1942\, the military prepared the first Dogs for Defense for duty in North Africa. While they were gun shy at first\, they proved to be well trained. \nAs the war progressed\, Dogs for Defense was unable to keep up with the demand\, and the Remount Branch\, Service Installations Divisions took over the training of the dogs. \nOver the years\, the military\, police\, and rescue have developed a variety of training methods for K9 units. Their training is tailored to meet the demands of the job\, and each animal and handler carries out his or her duties to the fullest. \n\n\n \nHOW TO OBSERVE NATIONAL K9 VETERANS DAY\n\nRecognize a K9 veteran.\nLearn more about their service\, history\, and training.\nAttend a ceremony honoring the working dogs in military units and working dogs across the country.\nUse #NationalK9VeteransDay to post on social media.\n\nSource Link
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CATEGORIES:Military,Pets
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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-7/
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:National Promposal Day
DESCRIPTION:On March 11th\, National Promposal Day prompts the ultimate question each year. “Will you go to prom with me?” It’s the day for high school students across North America to craft their unique invitation to the event of the year. \n\n\n \n#NationalPromposalDay\nProm takes a lot of planning. That includes finding the right tux\, the right dress\, shoes\, and accessories. Does mom teach you how to dance or do you take a dance class? Do you borrow dad’s car or rent a limo? Those are just a few of the details. But that’s getting ahead of the plan. First\, ask the question on March 11th\, #NationalPromposalDay. \nHOW TO OBSERVE NATIONAL PROMPOSAL DAY\nProm is one of the most memorable times in high school. Start it off right with an exceptional promposal. Rehearse it or wing it\, but get out there and ask! Get creative about asking someone to prom and capture the special moment on video. #NationalPromposalDay #MyUltimatePromposal @menswearhouse on Facebook/Instagram/Twitter. \n\n\n \nNATIONAL PROMPOSAL DAY HISTORY\nIn 2016\, Men’s Wearhouse founded National Promposal Day on March 11th to inspire high school students to create the ultimate promposal.
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CATEGORIES:Children
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SUMMARY:National Worship of Tools Day
DESCRIPTION:March 11th is National Worship of Tools Day. This is a day to go out into the garage\, the tool shed\, the storage closet\, or wherever it is you keep your tools.  You can clean them\, reorganize them\, make something new with them or maybe go to the store and buy a new one. \n\n\n \n#NationalWorshipOfToolsDay\nIt is hard to imagine the world without tools as they are a part of our daily lives. From the hammer\, the screwdriver\, and the wrench to the most sophisticated tools\, they are necessary. Upon their use\, they sometimes get rusty and need to be shined\, they get dirty and need to be cleaned\, they get dull and need to be sharpened. \nTool enthusiasts know a good tool when they see one. Often\, they have a favorite brand or style. And they never seem to have enough\, either. Collecting them is nearly as important as using them. Another common discussion about tools is the borrowing of tools. From one neighbor to another\, tools have been loaned\, borrowed\, and returned numerous times. The funny papers and the sitcoms humorously remind us of this from time to time. And sometimes\, so do our neighbors. \n\n\n \nHOW TO OBSERVE NATIONAL WORSHIP OF TOOLS DAY\n\nSpend some extra time shining up your tools or fixing them if they needed it. Taking care of your tools helps them last longer\, which is a benefit for you.\nGo shopping for new tools. You know there must be one you don’t have.\nGet to work on your latest project and put your tools to work!\nUse #WorshipOfToolsDay to post on social media.
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SUMMARY:National Johnny Appleseed Day
DESCRIPTION:March 11th – On National Johnny Appleseed Day\, we remember a man who made apple (and pear) trees bloom across the nation. The day celebrates a kindly legend who lived by sage teachings and labored to bring the shade of fruit trees across much of the United States. \n\n\n \n#NationalJohnnyAppleseedDay\nJohn Chapman\nHe was born John Chapman on September 26\, 1774\, in Leominster\, Massachusetts\, to Nathaniel and Elizabeth Simons Chapman. Not much is known about his early life other than his mother died when he was two. His father packed up Johnny and his sister (an infant brother had died the previous year) and moved to Springfield\, Massachusetts. His father served as a Minuteman and fought at Bunker Hill. \nThen in 1797\, Chapman shows up in northwestern Pennsylvania\, propagating his apple seeds. He worked his way steadily into the frontier of West Virginia\, Ohio\, and Indiana. Eventually\, Chapman became known as Johnny Appleseed and worked his way as far west as Illinois and Iowa and as far north as Michigan and Wisconsin. \nIn his wake\, he left orchards and the teachings of Emanuel Swedenborg\, a Swedish spiritual leader. Appleseed would buy his books with whatever payment he might receive for his endeavors. In turn\, Johnny would give the books away as he traveled and planted. \n\n\n \nMostly\, though\, he planted his seeds and seedlings for free along with his wisdom\, his broad-brimmed pasteboard hat keeping the sun from his eyes as he went. Often shoeless\, he traveled mostly by foot and sometimes by horseback or canoe. His appearance was nearly as noteworthy as his accomplishments\, but so was his kindness. Farmers and frontier folk always found a place at the table if Johnny Appleseed came visiting. \nThere are many stories told that the man would travel many miles to nurse an ailing orchard when word would reach him of its poor condition. Bringing the trees back to health would be his chief endeavor while dispersing wisdom\, care\, and kindness as he did. \nLandmarks\nAcross the Midwest\, landmarks pepper the countryside honoring the man that brought fruit to the frontier. Warren County\, Pennsylvania\, lays claim to Johnny Appleseed’s first tree nursery. \nMansfield\, Ohio\, honors the man with a monument in South Park. The last known Chapman tree still lives! In rural Ashland County\, Ohio\, the tree struggles to survive\, but half of it still manages to bloom in the spring. \nIn his hometown of Springfield\, Massachusetts\, there is an entire park named after the man who nurtured the land and made apple trees bloom across a young nation. \nTwo dates celebrate Johnny Appleseed Day\, either March 11th or September 26th. The September date is Appleseed’s acknowledged birth date. However\, many people across the country prefer the March date due to the planting season. While some vagueness surrounds Appleseed’s death and burial\, he became ill in early March and passed soon after. In Fort Wayne\, Indiana\, in Johnny Appleseed Park\, a grave marks the spot where the legendary sower of apple seeds rests. \n\n\n \nHOW TO OBSERVE NATIONAL JOHNNY APPLESEED DAY\n\nBegin by reading any one of the many books written about Johnny Appleseed. Some of them are mere folklore but others delve into the man himself.\nVisiting some of the landmarks where Johnny Appleseed once lived and worked.\nPlant a fruit tree. Visit your local orchard to learn more about the trees that live and thrive in your area. Sometimes you will need two in order for them to bear fruit\, so be sure you ask.\nEat your favorite tree fruit. It doesn’t have to be an apple. Johnny Appleseed planted several varieties of fruit trees. While you can find apples in March\, they aren’t in season. Tree fruits that are in season include avocados\, kumquats\, lemons\, limes\, oranges\, mandarins\, and pomelos. Only a few of these grow in the United States. Do you know which ones?\nEducators and families\, visit the National Day Calendar Classroom for projects and ideas to help you Celebrate Every Day!\nEnjoy an apple and use #JohnnyAppleseedDay to post on social media.
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CATEGORIES:Food,Learning
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SUMMARY:National Funeral Director and Mortician Recognition Day
DESCRIPTION:National Funeral Director and Mortician Recognition Day on March 11th reminds us to thank the professionals who consider every need during the most challenging time in our lives. \n\n\n \n#FuneralDirectorMorticianRecognition\nFuneral directors and morticians dedicate their lives to helping us celebrate our loved ones. They bring together the memories and achievements of someone we’ve lost to death. With professional guidance and compassion\, funeral directors help with every step of planning a funeral. While the news settles\, these experts understand how emotional and stressful the process is. \nFuneral directors come equipped with a perfect skillset. Their compassion and excellent organizational skills guide us through a celebration of someone we loved dearly. In addition\, being a funeral director means being a good listener\, a skill many of them have in spades. \nThey work hard to attain their skills\, too. Both morticians and funeral directors study mortuary science\, attaining an associate degree or higher. A 1-3 year apprenticeship follows their degree. Funeral directors must be licensed. \n\n\n \nBeyond their training\, funeral directors know how to put people at ease. When we grieve\, the pain of loss takes on many different faces. Funeral directors act as guides and help to fulfill the wishes of our loved ones. When the pain and suffering ends\, the mortician and funeral director provide a sense of peace and unity at a time that can seem chaotic even at its best.HOW TO OBSERVE FUNERAL DIRECTOR AND MORTICIAN RECOGNITION\nThank a funeral director or a mortician for their time and care. Show your appreciation of their services and recognize the work they do in one of several ways: \nSend a thank you card letting them know how much their services mean to you.\nRecommend their services to others.\nPreplan your funeral. Put your funeral in the hands of the business that has proven to you they can care for your family.\nShare your experiences as a funeral director or mortician.\nUse #FuneralDirectorMorticianRecognition to share on social media. \nNATIONAL FUNERAL DIRECTOR & MORTICIAN RECOGNITION DAY HISTORY\nIn 2008\, Congress passed a resolution designating March 11th as National Funeral Director and Mortician Recognition Day.
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CATEGORIES:Lifestyle
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SUMMARY:Bert Kreischer: Permission to Party
DESCRIPTION:Comedy superstar Bert Kreischer brings his Permission to Party World Tour to the Covelli Centre on Sunday\, March 8\, 2026 at 7:00pm. \nTickets will be available on Tickemaster.com. Ticket Prices: $125.00\, $95.00\, $85.00\, $75.00\, $65.00\, $55.00\, $45.00\, $35.00\, $25.00.
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/event/bert-kreischer-permission-to-party/
LOCATION:Covelli Centre\, 229 East Front Street\, Youngstown\, OH\, 44503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Downtown Youngstown,Event,Events
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SUMMARY:International Womens Day
DESCRIPTION:International Women’s Day on March 8th each year celebrates the social\, economic\, and political achievements of women around the world. The day also brings international awareness to gender parity. According to the World Economic Forum\, global gender equality is estimated to be achieved by 2133. \n\n\n \n#InternationalWomensDay \nGender equality is equal access to the same rights and opportunities regardless of gender. These rights and opportunities include: \n\nhealthcare\neducation\nemployment / economic gain\npay\nprotection under the law\nright to vote\nfree from violence\n\nStriving for Change\nHolding Political Office\nJust over 100 years ago\, only .2 % of the United States Congress consisted of women. Actually\, the 65th Congress was comprised of a single woman. In 1916\, Montana elected Republican Jeannette Rankin as the first Congresswoman to hold a federal office. Fast forward to the year 2020 and women hold 23.7% of the U.S. Congressional seats. While that might seem like progress\, according to United Nations statistics\, the U.S. percentage matches exactly the worldwide average for women in political office. \nEducation\nIn many parts of the world\, women are less likely to own land\, a business\, or attend school. Education alone is a powerful tool leading to financial independence for women. Their children reap the rewards\, often for generations to come. Additionally\, when the women of a community prosper\, so does the community. Educated women and girls are more likely to educate their offspring. They also have a better understanding of healthcare and understand their rights. \nEqual Pay\nAccording to the United Nations\, more than half of the world’s poorest people are women. International Women’s Day strives to bring economic power to women who are not allowed to work for pay or work for low wages. And despite strides in industrialized countries\, there is still work to do there\, too. \n\n\n \nHOW TO OBSERVE INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY \nAround the world\, organizations\, communities\, and individuals organize events focused on the mission of gender parity\, celebrating the achievements of women worldwide and education. \n\nAttend a lecture\, seminar\, or festival.\nOrganize an event.\nSpeak or perform at a local fundraiser.\nParticipate in a march for women’s equal rights.\nLearn about the women who paved the way for many of the rights and freedoms we have today.\nBecome involved in your local\, state\, or national political system.\nInvite others to join you\, including other women\, sons\, brothers\, sisters\, and daughters.\nShare your job skills at a local career fair.\nCelebrate all month long. It is also National Women’s History Month.\nUse #InternationalWomensDay when posting on Social Media.\n\nINTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY HISTORY\nInternational Women’s Day origins can be traced back to the early 1900s when women became more politically active. They took an invested and vocal role in steering their course toward voting rights\, fair pay\, improved working conditions\, and representation under the law. \nSource Link
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CATEGORIES:Community
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SUMMARY:Youngstown Phantoms vs. Madison Capitols
DESCRIPTION:The Youngstown Phantoms take on the Madison Capitols at the Covelli Centre on Thursday\, March 5 at 7:05pm; Friday\, March 6 at 7:05pm; and Saturday\, March 7 (Season Ticket Holder Night) 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-madison-capitols-8/
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 Play Outside Day
DESCRIPTION:If it’s the first Saturday of the month\, it’s National Play Outside Day. So\, no matter what month it is\, everyone put down their electronic devices and get outside! \n#PlayOutsideDay\nAll year long\, we are given numerous opportunities to get outside and play. But sometimes\, life\, responsibilities\, and distractions keep us from spending time in the fresh air as we should. National Play Outside Day is a reminder to stretch our legs and expend some energy in the great outdoors. \n\n\n \nBenefits of Outdoor Play\nWhy is playing outside so good for us? Besides getting us off the sofa or away from the desk\, it also gives us an opportunity to explore our neighborhoods. While it’s impossible to list all the benefits of outdoor play\, we do have a few to share. \n\nPlaying outdoors is a freeing activity. It frees us from routines\, enclosed spaces\, and frames of mind.\nThe outdoors fills us with energy. Whether it’s the fresh air\, sunshine\, or physical activity\, we perk up and become motivated to accomplish things.\nIt clears the cobwebs from our brains. We sometimes get stuck on a topic\, project\, or issue and are unable to resolve it. A change of scene often brings clarity we didn’t have before.\nOutdoor play provides terrific physical activity for our bodies. Our hearts pump fresh oxygen to our limbs and brains.\nWe experience new sights and sounds. Children get to experience the world around them.\nAs a social activity\, playing outside encourages positive interactions.\nWhen you play outside every month\, it becomes habit-forming – and this is one good habit to have!\nIt stimulates the imagination. Outdoor play almost has no boundaries. Your yard can be a kingdom or the playground can be a mountain to scale.\n\nWe’ve only scratched the surface of the benefits of outdoor play. There are so many more! So\, be sure to get outside with the family on the first Saturday of every month – or even more often than that! \n\n\n \nHOW TO OBSERVE NATIONAL PLAY OUTSIDE DAY\nWe know the seasons change\, so what we were able to do outside last month will be different this month. However\, that shouldn’t stop you from celebrating the day. This is your monthly reminder that it’s time to get outside and play. We have suggestions for every season that we’re sure you’ll enjoy! \n\nExplore hiking trails near you.\nVisit the local swimming pool or even take swimming lessons.\nCheck out every park in your neighborhood and climb\, slide or swing on every playground set.\nStart a game of catch\, kickball\, tag\, or Frisbee or make up a game.\nGo to the beach.\nRun through the sprinkler.\nGo camping.\nGo fishing.\nFly a kite.\nJump in a pile of leaves.\nBuild a fort – of leaves or snow or whatever is handy.\nWalk around the block.\nGo for a bike ride.\nBuild a snowperson.\nGo sledding.\nIdentify the constellations at night and look for meteors.\nVisit your favorite state or national park.\nCheck out these 9 Fun Winter Outdoor Activities.\n\nWhat’s your favorite way to play outside? Introduce some of the games you used to play to your children. Whatever you do\, be sure to get outside and play! Use #PlayOutsideDay to share on social media. \nSource Link
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CATEGORIES:Outdoor
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SUMMARY:Youngstown Phantoms vs. Madison Capitols
DESCRIPTION:The Youngstown Phantoms take on the Madison Capitols at the Covelli Centre on Thursday\, March 5 at 7:05pm; Friday\, March 6 at 7:05pm; and Saturday\, March 7 (Season Ticket Holder Night) 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-madison-capitols-7/
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:Dress in Blue Day
DESCRIPTION:In an effort to knock out one of the top cancers causing death\, National Dress in Blue Day on the first Friday in March encourages everyone to learn about the causes of colon cancer and raise awareness by wearing blue. \n\n\n \n#DressInBlueDay\nMuch like the pink ribbon represents those lost to breast cancer\, a blue star honors the memory of those lost to colon cancer. Continuing the blue theme on Dress in Blue Day\, awareness efforts provide support through fundraising for screening\, research\, and awareness education. \n\nScreenings are vital. Colon cancer often has no symptoms until its advanced stages placing its victims at higher risk if they wait until symptoms appear. Screenings are recommended beginning at age 50 and younger if you are at high risk.\n\nHOW TO OBSERVE DRESS IN BLUE DAY\n\nCheck your closet and wear something blue.\nFind out more about your risk factors.\nSchedule a screening if you are due.\nDonate.\nUse #DressInBlueDay to share on social media.\n\n\n\n \nNATIONAL DRESS IN BLUE DAY HISTORY\nIn 2006\, Anita Mitchell\, a stage IV colon cancer survivor\, founder of Colon Cancer Stars helped organize a day in her child’s school to raise colon cancer awareness called Wear Blue for Colon Cancer Awareness Day after losing her father and a friend to the disease. National Dress in Blue Day’s success as a local school program encouraged Anita to bring the idea to the Colon Cancer Alliance in 2009. From there\, this outstanding fundraiser developed into a nationwide program. \nSource Link
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CATEGORIES:Philanthropy
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SUMMARY:National Employee Appreciation Day
DESCRIPTION:National Employee Appreciation Day on the first Friday in March each year focuses attention on employees in all industries. Employers across the country in business and organizations plan employee recognition and celebrations. Employee achievement and contributions are honored. \n\n\n \nEmployees are one of a company’s greatest assets. Recognition and appreciation are known as some of the key motivational factors in the workplace. An employer may show their gratitude for an employee’s efforts and contributions to the company’s goals in a variety of ways. Many organizations include employee appreciation as part of their business structure. It shows how much they value their employees and keeps morale high in the workplace. Employers who express employee appreciation tend to increase employee job satisfaction as well. \nWhile showing your employees how much you appreciate them\, ask them how they like to be thanked. Employers might find a consensus of three or four ways that might best serve your industry overall. It might also save some head-scratching too. Did you go over budget on an ice cream sundae bar last year when your team prefers discounted services to the local chiropractor? In the spirit of enthusiasm\, consider the nature of your business and how your employees celebrate\, too. \nWhile employees’ personalities differ\, most employees are goal-driven people. Earning an award\, a thank you\, or recognition motivates them to reach even higher goals to the benefit of any business or organization. \n\n\n \nHOW TO OBSERVE #EmployeeAppreciationDay\n\nShow your employees that you value them.\n\nBe Flexible – Flexibility goes a long way in this virtual reality world. If possible within your industry\, allowing a little flexibility can reap huge benefits when you need last-minute work done.\nA Thank You Note – Believe it or not\, many employees appreciate a heartfelt\, hand-written thank you more than a slap on the back or a last-minute e-mail.\nTeam Effort Celebration – If the team pulled together and made it happen\, reward them with an office pizza party\, casual dress day\, or even close the office early so they can spend some well-earned time with family.\nGet Caught – Ensure the employee hears you telling someone else you thought they did a great job. Give the employee the credit they deserve. If they’re the best at something\, make sure a client knows it. It also sets the expectation of repeat performance.\nCreate a Culture of Encouragement – Employees who expand their horizons bring new skills to your workforce and will encourage others to do so\, too. Praise their achievements and encourage others to pursue their goals.\n\n\nShare your favorite way to be appreciated. Answer those employee surveys so your employer can take action to improve the workplace.\nIf you have employees\, be sure to show them some appreciation and use #EmployeeAppreciationDay to post on social media.\n\nSource Link
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CATEGORIES:Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T190500
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SUMMARY:Youngstown Phantoms vs. Madison Capitols
DESCRIPTION:The Youngstown Phantoms take on the Madison Capitols at the Covelli Centre on Thursday\, March 5 at 7:05pm; Friday\, March 6 at 7:05pm; and Saturday\, March 7 (Season Ticket Holder Night) 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-madison-capitols-6/
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 Sons Day
DESCRIPTION:Every year on March 4th\, National Sons Day honors the sons of the world and those who raise them. The day also takes a look at a son’s role and his relationship with those around him. \nAround the world\, slightly more sons are born than daughters. Both bring joy to families\, though. Our rambunctious sons grow into adult men and forge their own independence in the world. Some are soft-spoken and gentle. Others with a spark of curiosity fill every hour with questions\, some unanswerable. \nParents and family members strive to mold them into a person better than we are. Sons\, like many children\, test the boundaries until one day\, they stand before us\, grown. National Sons Day encourages parents to be role models and provide the boundaries sons need. Celebrate their successes while guiding them through their failures. Give them a foundation of skills that they will rely on for a lifetime and pass on to their sons. \nEach day as a son and the parent of one is a treasure. Boys need us to model responsibility\, hard work\, and integrity. As they work and learn beside us\, those qualities will be instilled in them. The day reminds us of the value our sons bring to our lives and others. \n\n\n \nHOW TO OBSERVE #NationalSonsDay\n\nConsider all the things you want your son to know and be when he’s an adult.\nTake the day to teach your son something you think is important for him to know. Change a tire or balance the checkbook. The small tasks\, the mundane ones are the ones that get in the way when we don’t know how to do them. Bond over the experience by letting him know you teach him these skills to clear a path for the bigger events in his life.\nJoin an organization for mentoring boys without male role models.\nFind a role model that fits the interests of your son.\nTeach your son something your father taught you.\nOffer to give a skills class at a school.\nMake the day unique by taking a photograph with all the sons together and share on social media using #NationalSonsDay.\n\n\n\n \nNATIONAL SONS DAY HISTORY\nIn 2018\, Jill Nico created National Sons Day celebrating the importance and significance of sons and those who raise them. While there’s no single reason for selecting March 4th\, the founder explains spring seemed ideal\, and the date resounds with momentum when spoken. Additionally\, many sons enjoy spring sports\, and it’s an excellent time to spend time outdoors. Visit the Facebook page to join in the celebration. \nIn the late 1990s\, an effort to create National Sons Day began as a counterpart to National Take Your Daughters to Work Day. By 1998\, the group called National Sons Day created National Take Your Sons to Work Day. In later years\, the separate observances joined forces. \nSource Link
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CATEGORIES:Children
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SUMMARY:National Hug a G.I. Day
DESCRIPTION:As the only day on the calendar that is mnemonically a military command\, March 4th recognizes National Hug a G.I. Day. \nGather around your servicemen and women to give them a hug. It’s simply a way to show your support. With either a pat on the back or a hearty handshake\, be sure to give both past and present G.I.s your appreciation. While G.I.s refer to Army personnel\, the day encompasses all those who have served in the military. So\, hug those Jarheads\, Wingnuts\, Squids\, and Coasties\, too! \nToday the term G.I. is fairly commonly known to refer to those serving in the Armed Forces of the United States of America. How that came to be is a little less military protocol and more the American story. \n\n\n \nIt seems at the turn of the 20th century\, G.I. was a notation used in supply records for galvanized iron. It was later used during World War I for German artillery shells made from galvanized iron. \nSometime during the war\, soldiers started interpreting the initials as “Government Issue” or “General Issue”. By the time World War II came around it was starting to gain meaning as the generic enlisted man. \nNot surprisingly\, sarcastic usage among many servicemen was common\, feeling they were just like any other Government Issued supply being mass-produced for Uncle Sam. \nAbout that time G.I. Joe was born. His creator\, comic strip artist\, and former Army Sergeant David Breger\, issued his first G.I. Joe cartoon series in Yank magazine on June 17\, 1942. \nThe term G.I. became more permanently etched in the American language when in 1944 President Franklin Roosevelt signed the bill that became known as the G.I. Bill; Servicemen’s Readjustment Act. \nAnd then there was no going back when Hasbro trademarked their G.I. Joe as an action figure in 1964. \n\n\n \nHOW TO OBSERVE #HugAGIDay\n\nFind a G.I. you know and give them a hug.\nIs your G.I. too far away to give a hug? Send him or her a virtual one via text\, e-mail\, phone or even snail mail.\nShow your support for the military.\nUse #HugAGIDay to post on social media.\n\nSource Link
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/event/national-hug-a-g-i-day/
CATEGORIES:Military
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SUMMARY:National I Want You to be Happy Day
DESCRIPTION:National I Want You to be Happy Day on March 3rd encourages us to do something that makes others happy. It also asks us to see others’ happiness from their point of view. Putting a smile on someone’s face tends to put one on ours\, too. \n\n\n \n\nHappiness is the highest form of health. ~ Dalai Lama\n\nGenuine happiness takes effort. While we’re not individually responsible for others’ happiness\, we do play a role in spreading joy and good cheer. One way to do that is to see happiness from another person’s perspective. Happiness doesn’t fit a mold. Everything from being a morning person or a night owl\, a favorite season and seafood can make or break a person’s general idea of happiness. A person’s overall journey through life gives them a unique outlook on happiness\, too. \nBeing happy may merely be about quality\, not quantity. \n\n\n \nHOW TO OBSERVE #IWantYouToBeHappyDay\n\nStart the day with a happy thought and carry it with you throughout the day.\nMake someone smile. Give a flower or tell a silly knock-knock joke there.\nBuy the person’s coffee standing in line behind you.\nRemind your kids how much you love them.\nLeave a sticky note for a co-worker telling them to have a spectacular day\, a happy day.\nDraw a happy face in the snow for a stranger to come across later. Give someone a hug.\nConsider someone else’s happiness from their point of view.\nUse #IWantYouToBeHappyDay to post on social media.\n\nSource Link
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/event/national-i-want-you-to-be-happy-day/
CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness
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SUMMARY:National Read Across America Day
DESCRIPTION:Each year\, National Read Across America Day is celebrated on March 2nd\, the birthday of Dr. Seuss. The annual event is part of Read Across America\, an initiative on reading created by the National Education Association. Since the event is designed to encourage reading in children and is fostered through the schools\, when March 2nd lands on a weekend\, the day is observed on the closest school day. \n\n\n \n#ReadAcrossAmericaDay #DrSeussDay\nThis motivational and awareness day calls all children and youth in every community across the United States to celebrate reading. It encourages them to read where ever they are. Great ways to inspire reading in children include: \n\nKeep books everywhere you spend time. Put them in the car\, in every room of the house\, and tuck them in backpacks and purses. Make them easily accessible.\nVisit the library often. Knowing how to use the library and learning the benefits of a library fosters a love of reading as well as genuine respect for the services libraries provide.\nGet caught reading. Children imitate what they see the adults around them do. Whether they see you read a magazine\, newspaper\, or novel\, let them know reading is the cool thing to do.\nRead to your children. No matter their age\, reading aloud strengthens their vocabulary and language skills. It also opens up opportunities for discussion.\nHave your children read to you\, too. You never know what you might learn!\n\n\n\n \nHOW TO OBSERVE READ ACROSS AMERICA DAY\n\nPick up an interesting book and read it.\nMore importantly\, read with a child.\nJoin your library.\nAttend a book reading.\nRead a book you’ve been meaning to read.\nRead a book you’ve read before. You may discover that it has a new meaning to you since you last read it.\nTry reading aloud\, even if it is just to yourself. It will make great practice for reading to children. (Hint\, hint.)\nVisit the National Day Calendar® Classroom for ways to incorporate National Read Across America Day into your classroom.\nUse #ReadAcrossAmericaDay or #DrSeussDay to post on social media.\n\nFor adults\, here are a couple of recommendations for books: \n\nThe 3-Minute Rule by Brant Pinvidic.\nOpen Secrets of Success: The Gary Tharaldson Story by Patrick McCloskey\n\nSource Link
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/event/national-read-across-america-day/
CATEGORIES:Education
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SUMMARY:Peanut Butter Lovers Day
DESCRIPTION:March 1st was made for National Peanut Butter Lover’s Day. Ah\, peanut butter. One day is not enough to recognize peanut butter. The goober has been paired\, blended\, and added with many tasty results! \n#PeanutButterLoversDay\nThe creamy\, nutty goodness known as peanut butter is so amazingly delicious that when we pair it with creamy and dreamy chocolate\, we almost have bacon. \nWe digress. Another great love is peanut butter ice cream. Blended smooth with a few chopped nuts and a drizzle of peanut butter syrup is a peanut butter lover’s dream come true. \nThe slang term for peanut butter in World War II was “monkey butter.” \nA monkey visited the lab at Kellogg’s one day and dipped his banana in a jar of peanut butter\, and he’s been ape over the combination ever since. Actually\, banana slices with peanut butter sandwiched between them and dipped in chocolate make a terrific snack. \nPeanut butter and bananas were a combination even fit for a king. Elvis Presley loved a peanut butter and banana sandwich or two. \n\n\n \nThen peanut butter got its passport and traveled the world. It paired up with some shrimp and got a little saucy. The result is a Thai peanut butter shrimp that is so yummy it had to be true love. \nThings heated up a little when peanut butter jumped into the stew pot to sweat it out with a spring chick seasoned with some cayenne. African Chicken Peanut Stew tastes better than ever. \nOne of the best times peanut butter has ever had is with marshmallows. Fudge enjoys a satisfying dessert status to be envied. \nFun Peanut Butter Facts:\n\nIt takes about 540 peanuts to make a 12-ounce jar of peanut butter.\nC.H. Sumner first sold peanut butter in the United States at the Universal Exposition in St. Louis.  He sold $705.11 of the “new treat” at his concession stand.\nReese’s Peanut Butter Cup was introduced to America in 1928.\nThe oldest operating manufacturer and seller of peanut butter has been selling peanut butter since 1898.\nMr. Ed TV’s used peanut butter as a secret ingredient to get a horse talking.\nAmericans spend almost $800 million a year on peanut butter.\nJanuary 24th is National Peanut Butter Day.\n\n\n\n \nHOW TO OBSERVE PEANUT BUTTER LOVER’S DAY\n\nFall in love with some peanut butter or a new peanut butter combination.\nTry peanut butter and apples.\nOr maybe fried peaches and peanut butter.\nTry one of the recipes above.\nOr how about peanut butter and bacon.\nShare your favorite peanut butter combos.\nUse #PeanutButterLoversDay to post on social media.\n\nSource Link
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CATEGORIES:Food
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T190000
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SUMMARY:PBR: Pendleton Whisky Velocity Tour
DESCRIPTION:PBR: Pendleton Whisky Velocity Tour rides into Youngstown February 27 & 28\, 2026! Professional bull riding returns to the Covelli Centre for two action-packed nights: Friday\, February 27 at 8:00pm\, and Saturday\, February 28 at 7:00pm. \nTicket Prices: $107\, $89\, $74\, $59\, $49\, $39\, $29 \nTickets will be available at Ticketmaster.com. Visit the Covelli Centre website for more information.
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/event/pbr-pendleton-whisky-velocity-tour-6/
LOCATION:Covelli Centre\, 229 East Front Street\, Youngstown\, OH\, 44503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Downtown Youngstown,Event,Events,Winter Events
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260301
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SUMMARY:National Tooth Fairy Day
DESCRIPTION:February 28th\, National Tooth Fairy Day\, encourages us to take a look back on the history of one of dental care’s little helpers. It’s one way our children develop good dental hygiene. \n#NationalToothFairyDay\nLike some of the fantastic creations who oversee children\, the tooth fairy is a relative newcomer to the world of childhood fantasies. \n\n\n \n1920s\nIn the mid-1920s\, fairies were used for all sorts of health education\, from bath fairies to fresh air fairies as a way to get kids to remember to eat their vegetables\, wash behind their ears and get a good night’s rest. Like toothpaste today advertises fruity flavors and sparkles to get kids excited to brush their teeth\, in 1925\, it was probably quite a bit more difficult considering the pastes were mostly peroxide and baking soda. One advertisement was for a Fairy Wand Tooth Whitener. This product promised to brush away cigarette and coffee stains. The ad was aimed at both children and adults\, we hope! \nThen in 1927\, Esther Watkins Arnold printed an eight-page playlet for children called The Tooth Fairy. The same year Sir Arthur Conan Doyle “proved” his claim that fairies and gnomes are real and “verified” with pictures of two little girls surrounded by fairies. The world was ripe with imagination and primed to have a tooth fairy to come collect the lost teeth of little boys and girls and leave a coin or two behind. \nArnold’s play began to be performed in schools the following year\, and the tooth fairy has been slipping into homes ever since. She (or he) started leaving nickels and dimes under the pillows of sleeping children. Over the years\, there have been variations on the theme. \n1942\nIn 1942\, in an article written by columnist Bob Balfe in the Palm Beach Post\, his children received War Stamps to put in their books when they lost a tooth. It was a popular alternative during a time when giving to the war effort was a motivating factor. \nToday\nToday\, the tooth fairy jingles less often. The average payout for a lost tooth ranges from $3 to $4 and can go even higher if Dad is on duty or if the tooth is lost late at night with no time for a parent to run to an ATM. \n\n\n \nHOW TO OBSERVE NATIONAL TOOTH FAIRY DAY\n\nMake an appointment for your next cleaning.\nAsk your parents if they still have the first tooth you lost.\nBe a tooth fairy!\nVolunteer or give to dental organizations. Many of them provide free or low-cost dental care to those who cannot afford it. Others support dental students in their educational journey. These organizations are a vital part of our communities and states. You can also give a shout-out to your favorite organization. Be a tooth fairy to those near you. We found a few that might interest you.\n\nAmerica’s Dentists Care Foundation\, Missions of Mercy \nNational Children’s Oral Health Foundation\, also known as America’s Toothfairy\n\n\nDownload this coloring page to celebrate!\nUse #NationalToothFairyDay to post on social media\n\nSource link
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CATEGORIES:Children
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SUMMARY:PBR: Pendleton Whisky Velocity Tour
DESCRIPTION:PBR: Pendleton Whisky Velocity Tour rides into Youngstown February 27 & 28\, 2026! Professional bull riding returns to the Covelli Centre for two action-packed nights: Friday\, February 27 at 8:00pm\, and Saturday\, February 28 at 7:00pm. \nTicket Prices: $107\, $89\, $74\, $59\, $49\, $39\, $29 \nTickets will be available at Ticketmaster.com. Visit the Covelli Centre website for more information.
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/event/pbr-pendleton-whisky-velocity-tour-5/
LOCATION:Covelli Centre\, 229 East Front Street\, Youngstown\, OH\, 44503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Downtown Youngstown,Event,Events,Winter Events
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260228
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SUMMARY:World Spay Day
DESCRIPTION:World Spay Day annually aims to decrease stray pet populations by increasing awareness of the importance of spaying and neutering programs. Around the world\, a variety of effective programs reduce stray populations. These programs target both strays in neighborhoods and in shelters. \n\n\n \n#WorldSpayDay\nThrough education\, spay and neuter programs in shelters raise awareness prior to the adoption of cats and dogs. In neighborhood programs\, spay and neuter programs effectively reduce stray populations over the long term with the help of the community. These types of programs are especially effective where feral cat populations exist. Since feral cats cannot be domesticated\, spaying and neutering in the communities where they live to offer the most humane way to reduce the population. \nOther programs may be offered through veterinarian clinics and communities\, too. The observance offers an opportunity for programs to highlight the benefits of spaying and neutering and increase support for their individual programs. \n\n\n \nHOW TO OBSERVE WORLD SPAY DAY\n\nSupport a spay and neuter program in your area.\nHost a fundraiser or approach your community leaders to create a program in your town.\nLearn more about the importance of spaying and neutering.\nAsk your veterinarian questions or volunteer at your local shelter.\nUse #SpayDayUSA to post on social media.\n\nWORLD SPAY DAY HISTORY\nDoris Day Animal League founded Spay Day USA in 1994 to bring attention to the pet overpopulation problem in the United States and encourage animal population control by neutering pets. The movement later spread globally and is now known as World Spay Day. \nSource Link 
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CATEGORIES:Pets
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SUMMARY:Set a Good Example Day
DESCRIPTION:When we observe kindness in others\, we are often inspired to offer kindness ourselves. Someone set a good example for us to follow\, and we must continue those good examples for others in our lives. National Set A Good Example Day on February 26th encourages us to set a good example that inspires others. \n\n\n \n#SetAGoodExampleDay\nEveryone influences others. The influence could be positive or negative. Even from a young age\, we experience good and bad behavior. Parents can positively influence their children at an early age. Additionally\, many others\, such as our extended families\, educators\, mentors\, community leaders\, and even organizations\, can positively influence us in many ways. Some of the ways we can easily set a good example include: \n\nDemonstrating kindness.\nBeing compassionate.\nActing with fairness.\nPracticing tolerance.\nBeing just.\nTreating others with respect.\n\nThese good examples reflect a person’s values and positively affect them and others. Setting a good example can be applied in every setting\, including home\, school\, work\, and in the community at large. \nSet A Good Example Day encourages individuals of any age and from any background to contribute to the well being of others. A simple act of kindness\, consideration\, or good conduct enhances the person and the whole community. \n\n\n \nHOW TO OBSERVE SET A GOOD EXAMPLE DAY\nNational Set a Good Example Day encourages everyone to demonstrate thoughtfulness\, courtesy\, graciousness\, and common sense values and virtues in their daily lives. \nGet caught helping another person. Wear an attitude of respect for other human beings. Develop the tools in yourself to be efficient\, productive\, and responsible\, and let others see you using these tools. You can also: \n\nCelebrate others who set good examples. Let them know how their leadership impacts your life.\nBe a good example. Demonstrate positive virtues every day so others can benefit. They will be more likely to set a good example themselves.\nRecognize good examples at work\, home\, school\, and in your community.\nShare the good examples you find valuable in your life.\n\nFollow the conversation and learn more by using #SetAGoodExampleDay on social media. \nSocial Link
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CATEGORIES:Community
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SUMMARY:Youngstown Phantoms vs. Muskegon Lumberjacks
DESCRIPTION:The Youngstown Phantoms take on the Muskegon Lumberjacks at the Covelli Centre on Wednesday\, February 25 (School Day Game) at 10:05am. 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-15/
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:20260222T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260222T143000
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SUMMARY:Honk! Jr.
DESCRIPTION:The Youngstown Playhouse Youth Theatre presents Honk! Jr. February 20-22\, 2026 on the Main Stage. \nUgly looks quite a bit different from his darling duckling brothers and sisters leaving him feeling rather foul about himself. The little fowl finds himself on an adventure of self-discovery\, all the while unknowingly outwitting a very hungry cat. Along the way\, Ugly meets a whole flock of unique characters and finds out that being different is not a bad thing to be. \nShowtimes are: \nFriday\, February 20 – 7:30pm\nSaturday\, February 21 – 7:30pm\nSunday\, February 22 – 2:30pm \nTickets may be purchased on the Experience Your Arts website or in-person at the DeYor Performing Arts Center Box Office Monday through Friday from 10am to 5pm. Ticket sales will be available 1 hour prior to performances at The Youngstown Playhouse.
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/event/honk-jr-3/
LOCATION:The Youngstown Playhouse\, 600 Playhouse Lane\, Youngstown\, OH\, 44511\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Events,Theater,Winter Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260222T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260222T140000
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SUMMARY:Episode 26 – University Theatre
DESCRIPTION:YSU’s University Theatre presents Episode 26 February 13-15 and 20-22. Remember those glorious days of Saturday morning sci-fi serials at the local bijou: Buck Rogers and Flash Gordon. Here is an affectionate and extremely ingenious send-up of the genre. \nPerformances are February 13\, 14\, 20 and 21 at 7:30pm and February 15 and 22 at 2:00pm in Spotlight Theater\, located in Bliss Hall. Tickets for this event may be purchased by visiting ysu.tix.com. Parking is available in the Wick Avenue Deck (M30) for a $5 fee payable in cash only. \nFor more information\, contact Katie Merrill\, Cliffe College Coordinator of Community Engagement and Events\, at 330-941-2307 or kamerrill@ysu.edu.
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/event/episode-26-university-theatre-6/
LOCATION:Spotlight Theater\, Bliss Hall – Youngstown State University\, One University Plaza\, Youngstown\, OH\, 44555\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Events,Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174344
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SUMMARY:Honk! Jr.
DESCRIPTION:The Youngstown Playhouse Youth Theatre presents Honk! Jr. February 20-22\, 2026 on the Main Stage. \nUgly looks quite a bit different from his darling duckling brothers and sisters leaving him feeling rather foul about himself. The little fowl finds himself on an adventure of self-discovery\, all the while unknowingly outwitting a very hungry cat. Along the way\, Ugly meets a whole flock of unique characters and finds out that being different is not a bad thing to be. \nShowtimes are: \nFriday\, February 20 – 7:30pm\nSaturday\, February 21 – 7:30pm\nSunday\, February 22 – 2:30pm \nTickets may be purchased on the Experience Your Arts website or in-person at the DeYor Performing Arts Center Box Office Monday through Friday from 10am to 5pm. Ticket sales will be available 1 hour prior to performances at The Youngstown Playhouse.
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/event/honk-jr-2/
LOCATION:The Youngstown Playhouse\, 600 Playhouse Lane\, Youngstown\, OH\, 44511\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Events,Theater,Winter Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174344
CREATED:20251128T113118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T143054Z
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SUMMARY:Episode 26 – University Theatre
DESCRIPTION:YSU’s University Theatre presents Episode 26 February 13-15 and 20-22. Remember those glorious days of Saturday morning sci-fi serials at the local bijou: Buck Rogers and Flash Gordon. Here is an affectionate and extremely ingenious send-up of the genre. \nPerformances are February 13\, 14\, 20 and 21 at 7:30pm and February 15 and 22 at 2:00pm in Spotlight Theater\, located in Bliss Hall. Tickets for this event may be purchased by visiting ysu.tix.com. Parking is available in the Wick Avenue Deck (M30) for a $5 fee payable in cash only. \nFor more information\, contact Katie Merrill\, Cliffe College Coordinator of Community Engagement and Events\, at 330-941-2307 or kamerrill@ysu.edu.
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/event/episode-26-university-theatre-5/
LOCATION:Spotlight Theater\, Bliss Hall – Youngstown State University\, One University Plaza\, Youngstown\, OH\, 44555\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Events,Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174344
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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-14/
LOCATION:Beeghly Center – Youngstown State University\, 224 W. Spring St.\, Youngstown\, 44502\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Events,Sports,YSU Sports
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