Ticketmaster events are sold at Macy’s and Giant Eagle, both Hermitage; ticketmaster.com; and at 330-747-1212.

Art

• Capture the final days of the eye-opening “Digital to Daguerreotype — Photographs of People” at the Carnegie Museum of Art, Pittsburgh. This exhibit of more than 70 works reveals how photographers from the past 160 years have explored the human subject, via daguerreotypes, to silver gelatin prints and color chromogenic prints, to digital inkjet prints. Included are rarely exhibited gems by masters of the medium. It closes Sunday. Info: www.cmoa.org or 412-622-3131.

• Photographer Pat Hyland exhibits stunning abstract images of rock formations he discovered and photographed on his ventures into Mill Creek Park, Youngstown, through Nov. 22 in the Weller Gallery in Fellows Riverside Gardens, 123 McKinley Ave. Info: www.millcreekmetroparks.com

• Former Greenville resident and contemporary artist Ed Stitt will show some of his paintings from Nov. 18 through January in the Gallery Grille, 365 Mercer Road, Hempfield Township.

• The Art Outreach Gallery in Youngstown shows “Mahoning Valley Watercolor Society Exhibition,” featuring various watercolor works, through Sunday. Hours are 5 to 9 p.m. Friday, 1 to 9 p.m. Saturday and 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday. Info: 330-394-3384

• Bottlebrush Gallery and Shop, 539 Main St., Harmony, is featuring the works of Nina Sowiski, Pittsburgh photographer, in the gallery until Sunday. Info: 724-452-0539 or visit www.bottlebrushgallery.com

• Hoyt Art Center presents a new exhibit by Eva Zeisel, “The Shape of Life,” on display through Dec. 31 in the gallery in New Castle. Hours are 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday, or 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday, Friday and Saturday.

A public reception will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday. Admission free, tour info: 724-652-2882, ext. 13, or hoytprograms@hoytartcenter.org

• Seven breweries representing about 24 samples will participate in the 3rd Annual Brew-Fest, a gathering of regional craft beers set out for exhibit at 7 p.m. Nov. 14 in the Hoyt Institute of Fine Arts, New Castle. Guests can vote on the “Best Beer Here” award. All proceeds support ongoing activities at the museum, Info: 724-652-2882 or www.hoytartcenter.org

• The “Touch and Scale” exhibit, open through Nov. 14 at Trumbull Art Gallery on East Market Street in Warren, focuses on the creativity of faculty and students at Kent (Ohio) State University. The exhibit includes weaving, sculpture, video and painting. The gallery is open from noon to 4 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays.

• The Blue Heron Art Gallery will feature in November artists Karen Hoagland, Nancy Connelly, and the Wednesday Morning Artists from Eastbrook Presbyterian Church, as directed by Mary Jane Winder. Hoagland’s exhibit “Safari of Stone Creatures” will be on view through Nov. 27, with the Wednesday Morning group’s work providing its backdrop. Connelly’s exhibition, “Pastels and Paintings” will be on view from Nov. 14 through Jan. 24.

A reception will be held for the artists at 2 p.m. Nov. 14 in the gallery. All at the gallery, 600 Main St., Volant. Info:www.theblueherongallery.com

• Enjoy the rich tapestries created by fiber artists Lainie Addessi, Victoria Brogdon and Deborah Sementelli, on display through Dec. 6 in the Campbell Pottery Store and Gallery, Cambridge Springs. Opening reception is 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday in the gallery. Gallery is open daily 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Info: www.campbellpotterystore.com or 814-734-8800.



Classical

• Opera Western Reserve presents Bizet’s “Carmen” at 8 p.m. Friday in Stambaugh Auditorium, Youngstown. Tickets: $15, $30, $45 or $60, free on-site parking. Info and reservations: 330-480-0693

• The Butler County Symphony Orchestra features its concert “Amber Waves” at 7:30 p.m. Saturday in the auditorium of Butler Intermediate High School, 551 Fairground Hill Road. Tickets $15 adults, $5 students Info: 724-283-1402 or www.butlersymphony.org

• Thiel College presents the Szymanowski Quartet, an international string quartet, performing at 3 p.m. Sunday in the David Johnson Memorial Chapel in Greenville. Free and open to the public

• The Youngstown Symphony Orchestra presents a concert featuring Bach’s Third Suite and Fourth Brandenburg Concerto, along side Brahms’ First Symphony, all at 8 p.m. Nov. 14 in Edward W. Powers Auditorium. Tickets: 330-744-0264, info: www.youngstownsymphony.com



Dance

• Join a polka dance with the Casuals at 3 p.m. Sunday in Bessemer Croation Club, 601 E. Poland Ave., Bessemer, Pa. Info: 724-667-8997, dinner buffet available.

• Dance to the oldies with Cross Roads at 8 p.m. Friday or try polka with Del Sinchak at 8 p.m. Saturday in Kuzman’s Lounge, Girard, Ohio. Also, catch a jitterbug dance Wednesday.

• The Rockettes will kick it up in Pittsburgh’s Benedum Center during the Radio City Christmas Spectacular, Nov. 12,-Dec. 6. Info: www.pgharts.com



Dramatic stage

• Youngstown Playhouse invites area theater-goers to a “bloody good” evening with the classic thriller “Dracula,” at 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 3 p.m. Sunday. Reservations: 330-788-8739. Info: www.youngstownplayhouse.com

• The Westminster Celebrity Series for Kids presents “The Adventures of Harold and the Purple Crayon” at 7 tonight in Orr Auditorium, Westminster College, New Wilmington. Info: 724-946-7354.



etc.

• “Dinosaurs: Ancient Fossils, New Discoveries,” is unleashed at the Cleveland Museum of Natural History through Jan. 31. Info: www.cmnh.org or 216-231-4600

• Every Monday, Louie Live at Bar Louie in the Cranberry Mall, Butler County, showcases local musical talent. Musicians can compete for an invitation to the semi-finals and cash prizes. Bar Louie will provide the sound equipment. Final showdown is Wednesday. Proceeds benefit children’s charities. Pre-register at 724-766-9092. Info: www.barlouiecranberry.com or 724-772-9050

• Enjoy the 10th Annual Kraut Fest from 11 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday in the Haus Cider Mill, 6742 W. Calla Road, Canfield, Ohio. Enjoy ethnic food, a magic show, live entertainment, shred-a-head contest, and more. Admission: $4 for adults, $7 for couples Info: www.hausappleorchards.com

• The Oaks Theater in Oakmont is screening the cult classic interactive indie “The Room” at 10 p.m. Saturday (and the first Saturday of every month) and “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” at midnight on the last Friday of every month. Info: www.theoakstheater.com/theroom.html or 412-828-6311.

• Providence Plantation, 300 Textor Hill Road, Evans City, is hosting upcoming historic programs which require reservations. Info: 724-538-8818 or www.frontier-history.org

• Enjoy a “Pawcasso” evening at 6:30 p.m. Nov. 14 at The Atrium in Prospect (Butler County). Browse and buy paintings created by shelter dogs and cats; there will be cocktails, cuisine, vendors and live music. Info: 724-789-1150 or www.butlercountyhs.org

• Harmony Museum’s annual WeihnachtMarkt German-style Christmas market, is 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Nov. 14 and noon to 4 p.m. Nov. 15 with related activities throughout the National Historic Landmark District in Harmony. Info: 724-452-7341 or www.harmonymuseum.org

• The Washington Mission Commemoration, which marks the anniversary of 21-year-old George Washington’s 1753 mission precipitating the French and Indian War, starts, and ends, with Harmony Museum tours and a hot-apple-cider-and-cookies reception in the museum’s Stewart Hall.

Event hours are 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 28 with hike departures scheduled for 11 and 11:45 a.m. and 12:45 p.m. Walk-ins are welcome but reservations are strongly encouraged to secure a hiking time. The first 100 hikers to reserve a spot will receive a free “Washington’s Trail 1753” button. Info: 724-452-7341 or www.harmonymuseum.org



Karaoke

• Today: Sing along to oldies with Scott at 7 p.m. in the Okay Corral, Stoneboro.

• Friday: Simply Ed Karaoke plays at 9:30 p.m. in Tully’s Irish Pub in the Quaker Steak and Lube complex, Sharon; and there’s karaoke with Hawkeye at 9:30 p.m. in the Royal Cafe, Sharpsville.

• Saturday: D.J. Party and karaoke is at 9 p.m. in Rock-A-Billies Bar and Grill, Masury.

• Sunday: Sherryokie plays at 9 p.m. Sunday in Jerry’s Tavern, Sharpsville.

• Tuesday: Sing along with Rich at 9 p.m. in the Okay Corral, Stoneboro; and catch CD’s Karaoke with Dave at 9 p.m. in Rock-A-Billies Bar and Grill, Masury.



Local bands

• Soundbite plays classic rock for a “not so private” birthday/retirement bash where everyone’s invited at 9 p.m. Saturday in the Town & Country, Hubbard, ohio. Info: 724-347-2508

• Michael Charles performs on his Recall 2009 Tour playing his own design of blues and blues rock at 9 p.m. Monday in Tully’s Irish Pub, downtown Sharon. No cover.

• Sonic Age puts on a high energy rock show combining favorite cover songs and original material Saturday in Papa Louie’s, Brookfield. Info: www.sonicage.net

• Variety on the Square presents Glorybound playing from 7 to 9 p.m. Friday in the old G.C. Murphy Building at 110 N. Pitt St., Mercer. There is an admission charge. Bring a chair. Inside venue. Info: 724-662-1490

• Steve Vuich and Greg LeDonne play at 8 p.m. Friday in The Sharon Elks on the Shenango Valley Freeway in Sharon. Then, catch The River Saints at 8 p.m. Saturday in The New Castle Moose, New Castle. Vuich then plays solo acoustic at 7 p.m. Wednesday in Combine Bros. Bar & Grille, Hermitage.

• Terry Dach and Max Schang play at 8 p.m. Friday in the old C Club on Forker Boulevard and then at 8 p.m. Saturday in Combine Bros., Hermitage.

• Splitting Charlie plays at 9:30 p.m. Friday in Harry’s, Sharpsville.

• On Three plays high energy rock and originals at 9:30 p.m. Friday in Tully’s, Sharon.

• The Wild Turkey Band will be playing its brand of variety Saturday in the Okay Corral, Stoneboro.

• Remedy rocks at 9:30 p.m. Saturday in the Drawbar, Greenville. Info: www.remedybandrocks.com

• Tommy Chris sings hits from the ‘60s to the ‘90s at 9:30 p.m. Saturday in Nick’s Inn 62, 1890 E. State St., Hermitage.

• Deuble & Vogan play at 9:30 p.m. Friday in the Sidebar & Grille, Mercer. Info: 724-662-6020

• Randy Bass plays an open mic night at 9:30 p.m. Saturday in the Royal Cafe, Sharpsville.

• The Fog plays at 7 p.m. tonight for “Ladies Night” in the Rosetta Stone Cafe and Wine Bar, 110 Federal Plaza West, Youngstown. Then catch The House Band at 9 p.m. Friday. The Sensations play at 9 p.m. Saturday. There’s also “An Evening with Frank Sinatra” at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday.

• The SLIM Brothers perform Southern Gospel music and traditional hymns at 6:30 p.m. Nov. 15 in Sandy Lake Presbyterian Church. A love offering will be taken.



Musical stage

• Youngstown’s Oakland Center for the Arts is presenting the cult classic rock musical “The Rocky Horror Show” weekends through Nov. 14. Evening performances will begin at 8 p.m. and a special midnight show will be on Nov. 14. Tickets and info: 330-746-0404.

• Siblings Eric McClellan, Janeen Williams and James McClellan reunite for a Hometown Heroes Encore, where they play sacred and pops music at 8 p.m. Saturday in Eleanor Beecher Flad Pavilion, Ford Family Recital Hall, Youngstown. Info: 330-744-0264 or youngstownsymphony.com

• The Harrisville Community Band plays their annual fall concert at 7 p.m. Nov. 13 in the Harrisville Firehall, East Mercer Street. Selections will include “American Civil War Fantasy,” “Mickey Mouse March,” “Clarinet Hoedown,” “Runaway Sleigh” and “Highlights from Mamma Mia.” No admission charge

• Friends of Music present Manhattan Piano Trio, an ensemble that includes a violinist, cellist, and pianist, all at 3:30 p.m. Nov. 15 in Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, Greenville. Info: 724-588-8870

• Old world charm permeates the bitter-sweet and offbeat fable of life, love, and bread, in the musical “The Baker’s Wife,” playing at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 12, 13, 14, 20, and 21, and at 3 p.m. Nov. 15 and 22, all in Youngstown State University’s Ford Theater. Tickets and info at 330-941-3105

• The Guthrie Arts Guild presents part of its 2009-10 Lunchtime Concert Series, violinist Dr. Brandon Christensen and pianist Dr. Jennifer Lim Judd. The duo are both accomplished artists who maintain vigorous concert schedules across the country and overseas. It all happens at noon Nov. 13 in the Guthrie Theatre, Broad Street, Grove City. Tickets at the door or around Grove City, $8

• The public is invited to hear Elvis Priestly, also known as Dorian Baxter, the Elvis tribute artist performing the legendary music of Rock 'n’ Roll persona Elvis Presley. Also performing will be the area oldies and popular music vocal group The Dorals. It’s all happening at 8 p.m. Friday in the Scottish Rite Cathedral, 110 E. Lincoln Ave., New Castle. Tickets: $10, at 724-654-5800, or at the door

• Easy Street Productions brings the recent Broadway musical cult sensation, “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee,” which will feature opportunities for audience members to take part in the on-stage spelling action and cameos by local celebrities. It all happens at 8 p.m. Nov. 13, 14, 20, and 21 and at 2:30 p.m. Nov. 15, in Ford Family Recital Hall at the DeYor Performing Arts Center. Tickets: 330-743-8555, $25 adults, $20 seniors, $15 for college and high school students, recommended for those 13 and older



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Compiled by Herald Staff Writer Matthew Snyder