HELPING HANDS: The Helping Hands Closet at Western Reserve United Methodist Church, 4580 Canfield Road, has new and gently used clothing for the entire family. The closet is open from 9 a,.m. to 1 p.m. each Tuesday.

WRITERS TO MEET: Lit Youngstown will present poet Jessica Manack and science fiction writer Marie Wibbert for the First Wednesday Research Series 7 p.m. Wednesday at the Trophy Room at West Side Bowl., 2617 Mahoning Ave. American Sign Language interpretation will be provided.

FAMILY DAY: The Butler Institute of American Art in Youngstown will host a Family Day 1:30 p.m. Jan. 19 The event will include tours, demonstrations, gallery scavenger hunt and art making. The program is for children of all ages. For information, call 330-743-1107, ext. 1108

ACTION MARKET: The ACTION Mobile Market is planning its market schedule for 2025. The ACTION office can be reached at 330-398-9496. Community members are encouraged to have food stamps for when the Mobile Market visits their neighborhood.