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First Fridays Youngstown – March
SMARTS 25 E. Boardman St., Youngstown, OH, United StatesFirst Fridays Youngstown- March will be held on Friday, March 7 from 4:30pm-7:30pm at Students Motivated by the Arts (SMARTS), 25 E. Boardman St. in downtown Youngstown. In collaboration with Students Motivated by the Arts (SMARTS), the Downtown Youngstown Partnership and Youngstown CityScape, are excited to recognize Youth Art Month by hosting March’s First Friday
Yoga for Building Body Literacy
Poland Library 311 S. Main Street, Poland, OH, United StatesA 45-55 minute floor session, accessible for all levels (including beginners), where they’ll focus on dropping into your physical bodies with more presence and awareness. They’ll incorporate yoga, somatic movement, and breathwork to help you explore our own natural sensations, rhythms, and cycles to grow your self-knowledge and empowerment. These events are offered free of
Family Days – Butler Art
Butler Institute of American Art 524 Wick Ave., Youngstown, OH, United StatesExplore art and creativity at The Butler Institute of American Art with artist and docent Sandy Trolio for an afternoon of family tours, demonstrations, gallery scavenger hunt, and art-making! For children of all ages with their family. This series of FREE educational art programs for families engages young visitors in “America’s Museum.” Free and open
Paladin’s Courtly Moves
Paladin Brewing 6520 Mahoning Avenue, Youngstown, OH, United StatesWho has always wanted to try ballroom dance lessons? Do you see the clips on your ‘for you page’ and wish you knew how to do them? Paladin Brewing is teaming up with Fred Astaire Dance Studios to bring you group dance lessons for couples! March 22, from 7:00pm-9:00pm, is the first, hopefully monthly, event.
A Brazilian Wildlife Adventure
Austintown Senior Center 112 Westchester Dr., Austintown, OH, United StatesAudubon Society/Mahoning Valley will host A Brazilian Wildlife Adventure on Tuesday, March 25 at the Austintown Senior Center, 112 Westchester Dr, Austintown. Social time starts at 6:30pm, program starts at 7:00pm. Free and open to everyone. Brazil has the third most bird species of the world’s countries, the largest river, and largest tropical wetland complex. Join Andy &
Spring Fling Book Exchange
Café Rosé 4491 Mahoning Avenue, Youngstown, OH, United StatesCafé Rosé is hosting a Spring Fling Book Exchange on Saturday, April 5 and Sunday, April 6 from 12:00pm-4:00pm. Children & Adult Books – refresh your book collection by bringing the books that no longer spark joy and pick-up some new reads! No cost to participate. Additional Activities:> Children’s Story Time> Make Your Own Bookmark Craft>
Spring Fling Book Exchange
Café Rosé 4491 Mahoning Avenue, Youngstown, OH, United StatesCafé Rosé is hosting a Spring Fling Book Exchange on Saturday, April 5 and Sunday, April 6 from 12:00pm-4:00pm. Children & Adult Books – refresh your book collection by bringing the books that no longer spark joy and pick-up some new reads! No cost to participate. Additional Activities:> Children’s Story Time> Make Your Own Bookmark Craft>
Yoga for Building Body Literacy
Poland Library 311 S. Main Street, Poland, OH, United StatesA 45-55 minute floor session, accessible for all levels (including beginners), where they’ll focus on dropping into your physical bodies with more presence and awareness. They’ll incorporate yoga, somatic movement, and breathwork to help you explore our own natural sensations, rhythms, and cycles to grow your self-knowledge and empowerment. These events are offered free of
Easter Egg Hunt
Richard W. and Eugenia C. Atkinson Recreation Center 903 Otis Street, Youngstown, OH, United StatesThe City of Youngstown Department of Parks & Recreation will host a free Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 12 from 10:00am-12:00pm at the Richard W. and Eugenia C. Atkinson Recreation Center. Breakfast included. Eggs for each age group: 10:30am Ages 1-4 11:00am Ages 5-8 11:30am Ages 9-12 Pre-registration is required by Friday, April 4.
Mr. Darby’s Vintage & Antiques Grand Opening
Mr. Darby’s Vintage & Antiques 7386 Market St., Boardman, OH, United StatesMr. Darby’s Vintage & Antiques is finally ready to host a very Grand Opening just for you! Enjoy three days of food and drinks, giveaways, merch, and fantastic sales throughout the store! Join them April 25-27. Follow the Mr. Darby’s Vintage & Antiques Facebook page for the latest information.
Federal Frenzy Music & Arts Festival
Downtown Youngstown 20 Federal Place, Youngstown, OH, United StatesYSU Penguin Productions presents the 11th annual Federal Frenzy Music and Arts Festival in downtown Youngstown. For the first time Federal Frenzy will be a two-day event, beginning the evening of Friday, April 25 at 4:00pm at Penguin City Brewing Company and continuing Saturday, April 26, on West Federal St. and Phelps St. in downtown
Mr. Darby’s Vintage & Antiques Grand Opening
Mr. Darby’s Vintage & Antiques 7386 Market St., Boardman, OH, United StatesMr. Darby’s Vintage & Antiques is finally ready to host a very Grand Opening just for you! Enjoy three days of food and drinks, giveaways, merch, and fantastic sales throughout the store! Join them April 25-27. Follow the Mr. Darby’s Vintage & Antiques Facebook page for the latest information.
Youngstown May Day Festival
Calvin Center 755 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown, OH, United StatesCome join like-minded neighbors from across the Valley at the May Day Festival on April 26 and 27 from 12:00pm-6:00pm at the Calvin Center for the Arts. The fifth annual fun, free event is a celebration of labor, climate justice, human rights, social justice, and the honoring of Beltane. They’ll have music, maypole dancing, arts
Federal Frenzy Music & Arts Festival
Downtown Youngstown 20 Federal Place, Youngstown, OH, United StatesYSU Penguin Productions presents the 11th annual Federal Frenzy Music and Arts Festival in downtown Youngstown. For the first time Federal Frenzy will be a two-day event, beginning the evening of Friday, April 25 at 4:00pm at Penguin City Brewing Company and continuing Saturday, April 26, on West Federal St. and Phelps St. in downtown
Mr. Darby’s Vintage & Antiques Grand Opening
Mr. Darby’s Vintage & Antiques 7386 Market St., Boardman, OH, United StatesMr. Darby’s Vintage & Antiques is finally ready to host a very Grand Opening just for you! Enjoy three days of food and drinks, giveaways, merch, and fantastic sales throughout the store! Join them April 25-27. Follow the Mr. Darby’s Vintage & Antiques Facebook page for the latest information.
Youngstown May Day Festival
Calvin Center 755 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown, OH, United StatesCome join like-minded neighbors from across the Valley at the May Day Festival on April 26 and 27 from 12:00pm-6:00pm at the Calvin Center for the Arts. The fifth annual fun, free event is a celebration of labor, climate justice, human rights, social justice, and the honoring of Beltane. They’ll have music, maypole dancing, arts
Family Days – Butler Art
Butler Institute of American Art 524 Wick Ave., Youngstown, OH, United StatesExplore art and creativity at The Butler Institute of American Art with artist and docent Sandy Trolio for an afternoon of family tours, demonstrations, gallery scavenger hunt, and art-making! For children of all ages with their family. This series of FREE educational art programs for families engages young visitors in “America’s Museum.” Free and open
Spring Wildflower Walk
Poland Municipal Forest College Street, Poland, OH, United StatesThe Friends of Poland Municipal Forest invite the public to their Spring Wildflower Walk on Saturday, May 3, beginning at 10:00am at the College Street entrance to the Forest. The leisurely educational hike will be led by expert botanist Kyle Filicky and will explore this beautiful nature preserve for approximately two hours. For more information
World Press Freedom Day
Members of the Youngstown Press Club will observe World Press Freedom Day on May 3 by reading the names of 103 journalists killed last year while practicing their profession. The annual event, which is part of a global recognition, will begin at noon at the Kirk Road Pavilion of the MetroParks Bikeway Trailhead, 6685 Kirk Road.
Salute to Squire: Memories of the Warren Junior Military Band
Zion Lutheran Church 3300 Canfield Road, Youngstown, United StatesThe Canfield Community Concert Band will present a special tribute concert, Salute to Squire: Memories of the Warren Junior Military Band, on Sunday, May 4, 2025, at 3:00pm at Zion Lutheran Church, 3300 Canfield Road, Youngstown. The concert honors the legacy of the Warren Junior Military Band (WJMB), a regional treasure that left a lasting mark
First Wednesday Reader Series
Westside Bowl 2617 Mahoning Avenue, Youngstown, OH, United StatesThe Lit Youngstown First Wednesday Reader Series presents poets Jon Graham of Dover, Ohio, and David Prather of Parkersburg, WV on Wednesday, May 7 at 7:00pm at the Westside Bowl (2617 Mahoning Ave). This reading will be downstairs in the Trophy Room, accessible only by stairs. ASL interpretation will be provided by Meagan Albani. David
First Fridays – May
Downtown Youngstown 20 Federal Place, Youngstown, OH, United StatesFirst Fridays Downtown Youngstown takes place every first Friday of the month in and around Downtown Youngstown at various locations. During First Fridays, visitors have the opportunity to enjoy live music, shopping, local dining, entertainment, arts, activities, recreation, and more. Originally scheduled for Friday, May 2, First Fridays will now take place on Friday, May
RDNA – Party on the Lawn
The Youngstown Foundation Amphitheatre 201 S. Phelps St., Youngstown, OH, United StatesRDNA will perform on Friday, May 9 from 8:00pm-10:00pm at The Youngstown Foundation Amphitheatre. This free event is part of First Fridays in downtown Youngstown.
May #MothersDayFlea – Youngstown Flea
Youngstown Flea 110 Freeman Alley, Youngstown, OH, United StatesYoungstown Flea will host the May #MothersDayFlea on Saturday, May 10 from 9:00am-3:00pm at 365 E. Boardman Street in downtown Youngstown. For more information, visit the Youngstown Flea website. Don’t miss #FleaAtFellows on Sunday, May 11 from 11:00am-4:00pm at Fellows Riverside Gardens in Mill Creek MetroParks.
Walk Wednesdays
Wean Foundation Park 201 S. Phelps St., Youngstown, OH, United StatesMercy Health Stepping Out program, The Healthy Community Partnership, and YSU Campus Recreation’s Community Recreation Graduate Assistant Travis Manring are excited to invite the community to this year’s free walking class in downtown Youngstown. The “Walk Wednesdays” will be held from 12:30pm-1:00pm every Wednesday starting May 14. This free class will provide an opportunity for community
Makers Market by Sea Glass Sisters and Friends
The Concept Studio 217 W. Federal St., Youngstown, OH, United StatesMakers Market by Sea Glass Sisters and Friends will be held on Saturday, May 17 from 11:00am-4:00pm at Concept Studio. Stop and shop this Pop Up event with B’s Bracelet Bar, Threads of Grace, Generations Bakery, Seidler Woodworking and Storyteller Photography Images by Rebecca Nienninen.
Bike Belmont
B&O Station 530 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown, OH, United StatesBuilding A Better Belmont Initiative will host its third annual Bike Belmont event on Sunday, May 18, 2025. This FREE, family-friendly ride offers something for everyone! Beginning at 12:00pm, experienced riders can enjoy a 32-mile route from downtown to the Youngstown-Warren Regional Airport. This ride has around 550 feet of ascent and descent and will be
Walk Wednesdays
Wean Foundation Park 201 S. Phelps St., Youngstown, OH, United StatesMercy Health Stepping Out program, The Healthy Community Partnership, and YSU Campus Recreation’s Community Recreation Graduate Assistant Travis Manring are excited to invite the community to this year’s free walking class in downtown Youngstown. The “Walk Wednesdays” will be held from 12:30pm-1:00pm every Wednesday starting May 14. This free class will provide an opportunity for community
Men’s Rally in the Valley
Stambaugh Auditorium 1000 Fifth Ave., Youngstown, OH, United StatesThe Men’s Rally In The Valley will be held on Saturday, May 24 at Stambaugh Auditorium. This is a free event. Doors open at 8:00am. Worship begins at 9:00am. For speakers and more information, visit the Men’s Rally website.
Walk Wednesdays
Wean Foundation Park 201 S. Phelps St., Youngstown, OH, United StatesMercy Health Stepping Out program, The Healthy Community Partnership, and YSU Campus Recreation’s Community Recreation Graduate Assistant Travis Manring are excited to invite the community to this year’s free walking class in downtown Youngstown. The “Walk Wednesdays” will be held from 12:30pm-1:00pm every Wednesday starting May 14. This free class will provide an opportunity for community
Cinco on Phelps
The Phelps Street Gateway Phelps St., Youngstown, OH, United StatesThe City of Youngstown and Thrive Mahoning Valley present Cinco on Phelps on Saturday, May 31 at 1:00pm. Enjoy live music by The Labra Brothers, food, face painting, arts and crafts vendors, and a Kids Zone. Located on the Phelps Street Gateway in downtown Youngstown.
Low Vision/Blind Golf Clinic
The Lake Club 1140 Paulin Rd., Poland, OH, United StatesSight for All United is partnering with Envision Blind Sports and a group of local volunteer golfers to provide individuals with low vision and blindness the opportunity to learn how to putt, drive, and chip at a specialized golf clinic. The free Low Vision/Blind Golf Clinic will be held on June 2, 2025 from 11:00am-12:00pm
Music in the Park – Welker Park
Welker Park 10711 Main St., New Middletown, United StatesEnjoy music at Welker Park in New Middletown on Tuesdays from 6:30pm-8:00pm. June 3 – Don Williams June 10 – JTL June 17 – The John Reese Trio June 24 – Robert Noble July 1 – Michael Smith Jr. July 8 – Danny & The Jet July 15 – Take II July 22 – Blackstrap
Concerts in the Park – Austintown Township Park
Austintown Township Park 6000 Kirk Road, Austintown, OH, United StatesSummer Concerts at Austintown Township Park are held Tuesday evenings from 7:00pm-8:30pm, weather permitting. 2025 Schedule: June 3 – Cin City & the Saints – Classic Rock June 10 – Blue Siren – Classic Rock & Modern Country June 17 – Youngstown Area Community Concert Band June 24 – Train Wreck – Modern Country July
Walk Wednesdays
Wean Foundation Park 201 S. Phelps St., Youngstown, OH, United StatesMercy Health Stepping Out program, The Healthy Community Partnership, and YSU Campus Recreation’s Community Recreation Graduate Assistant Travis Manring are excited to invite the community to this year’s free walking class in downtown Youngstown. The “Walk Wednesdays” will be held from 12:30pm-1:00pm every Wednesday starting May 14. This free class will provide an opportunity for community