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Line Dancing in the Gateway
Line Dancing in the Gateway has returned with free sessions led by Lynette McElroy at the Phelps Street Gateway. Beginners and experienced dancers are all welcome to learn new steps in a friendly, inclusive setting. Free instruction is provided, and free parking is available. Plans may change in the event of inclement weather.
Phelps Street GatewayVeterans Writing Workshop
A community-centered creative writing workshop invites veterans to explore their experiences and creativity through writing. No previous writing experience is needed. With supportive activities such as shared readings, discussion, guided prompts, and optional opportunities to read aloud, participants can strengthen their craft, connect with other veterans, and use language for reflection, healing, and self-expression. This is a creative writing program and is not intended to provide mental health treatment or counseling. Sessions take place in person at LOOP Arts & Culture Center. The workshop is free and open to the public, and registration is required. The sessions are led by Sydney Stalnecker, a writer, teacher, and former journalist. She earned B.A. and M.A. degrees in English and a Teaching of Writing Certificate from Youngstown State University, where she continues to teach first-year writing as an adjunct instructor. Her reporting has appeared in The Jambar, where she served as Editor in Chief and Executive Producer in 2021 and 2022, and she occasionally shares her poetry at local open mic events. Lit Youngstown is a literary arts nonprofit that offers programs for writers, readers, and anyone who loves a good story.
West African Dance Class
Get moving with a high-energy West African dance class led by instructor Page West. All levels are welcome and no previous dance experience is required. Bring your enthusiasm and invite a friend at no charge. Expect a lively, sweat-filled session centered on rhythm, movement, and fun.
AU Dance Co.Radical Release Yoga
Set aside 60 minutes for a floor-based yoga practice designed to ease stress, improve joint mobility, and loosen tight muscles. The session blends breathwork, somatic techniques, and yoga to help you notice what your body is holding and discover practical ways to release it. Expect a gentle approach that supports ongoing self care and fosters a more compassionate connection with both body and mind, with plenty of space for personal awareness. The class welcomes beginners and is inclusive of the broader community. Participants are encouraged to bring a yoga mat and water, and friends are welcome. This offering takes place on the first and third Tuesday of each month and is provided free by Honeycomb Arts and Wellness Collective. Donations of $5 to $20 are appreciated to support community programs in art, culture, and wellness, and can be made in cash or via Venmo at @honeycombartsandwellness.
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