4th of July Rhythmfest, Nelson Ledges Quarry Park, 12001 State Route 282, Nelson; for more information call Evan Kelley at 440-548-2716 or e-mail nlqp@modex.com. Featuring George Clinton and Parliament-Funkadelic, Mickey Hart Band, Airto Moreira and Flora Purim, Moe, and more. The fest runs through July 6.
Trip to “Taste of Chicago,” travel arrangements include a 5:30 a.m. boarding from the parking lot behind 1540 Fifth Ave., Youngstown. Participants will stay in the Hilton Chicago, and will return July 5. For more information or to register call Mary at 330-518-5542 or Antoinette Smith at 330-782-3954. 5:30 a.m. (depart). $285.
Weekly: Baby Brilliant — Time for Babies and Books, Public Library, Boardman Branch, 7680 Glenwood Ave., Boardman; 330-758-1414. Books, songs, rhymes and more for children ages 6-23 months. The group meets each Wednesday 9:30 a.m. (children ages 6-12 months), 10:30 a.m. (13-23 months).
Weekly: Walk and Chat, Bereavement Resource Center, 3736 Boardman-Canfield Road, Canfield; for more information call Hospice of the Valley at 330-788-1992 or 1-800-640-5180. The group meets for coffee and a snack, and when weather permits, a walk in the park on each Thursday. 9:30-11:30 a.m.
Weekly: Family Tours, MetroParks Farm, Route 46, Canfield; 330-702-3000. Take a guided tour of the Farm. The playroom and animal barns will also be open. Reservations are recommended. Bring a snack or lunch for a picnic after the tour. The tours are held each Thursday. 10 a.m.
Tales for Twos: Fish Wish, Ford Nature Center, Mill Creek MetroParks, Youngstown; 330-740-7107. Two-year-olds with an adult will explore ocean life through story, craft, song, and role- playing activities. Call to register. 10, 10:45 or 11:30 a.m.
Pioneer Suitcase with the Mahoning Valley Historical Society, Public Library, Brownlee Woods branch, 4010 Sheridan Road, Youngstown; 330-782-2512. Join a museum educator from the Mahoning Valley Historical Society for hands-on artifacts and stories relating Valley’s early settlers. 2 p.m.
Teen Central Anime Club, Warren-Trumbull County Public Library, Main Library, 444 Mahoning Ave. N.W., Warren; 330-399-8807. Teens ages 13-18 can view and discuss this popular format. The group meets again July 10, 17, and 24. 2-3:30 p.m.
Summer Reading Program, McKinley Memorial Library, 40 N. Main, Niles; 330-652-1704. A reading program for teens in sixth through twelfth grade. The group meets each Thursday. 2-4 p.m. Free.
First Annual Downtown Dash (Crawl), Downtown Youngstown; for more information call Phil Kidd at 330-742-870 or e-mail pkidd@cityofyoungstown.com. Sign in at the Soldier’s monument and receive a shirt, map, and drink vouchers. Shuttle transportation is provided. Fireworks in Central Square will be held at midnight. 5 p.m.-midnight.
Family Night, Warren-Trumbull County Public Library, Main Library, 444 Mahoning Ave. N.W., Warren; 330-399-8807. Stories, games, and more for children ages 3-12 with their families. Call to register. The group meets again July 10, 17 and 24. 6:30 p.m. Free.
Bimonthly: Postpartum Support Group, D & E Counseling Center, 142 Javit Ct., Austintown; for more information call Jodi at 330-207-1385. PSI is a non profit organization that has been helping women cope with postpartum depression and anxiety. The group meets the first and third Thursday of the month. 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Bimonthly: Recovery, Inc., Christ Church Presbyterian Church, 1933 Canfield Road; 330-747-1176. Self-help mental health group meets the first and third Thursdays of the month. 7 p.m.
Weekly: Youngstown Area Community Band, Bliss Hall, YSU Campus, One University Plaza, Youngstown; 330-542-3313. New members are welcome. Bring your instrument to practice; held each Thursday. 7 p.m.
100th Anniversary Special Event, McKinley Memorial Library, 40 N. Main, Niles; 330-652-1704. Featuring a lawn concert performance by Swingtime. 7-8:30 p.m.
Weekly: Hot Yoga for Advanced Students, Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek MetroParks, Youngstown; 330-740-7116. Classes meet each Thursday. Call Fellows to register. 7:30-8:30 p.m. $10.
Outdoor Concert, Boardman Park, 365 Boardman-Poland Road, Boardman; 330-726-8107. Featuring the U.S. Army Field Band and Soldiers Chorus. Held at the Maag Outdoor Arts Theatre. Bring lawn chairs or blankets. 8 p.m. Free.
Weekly: The Harvey Toady Show, Time Warner Cable Channel 15 (Warren area); 330-506-3688. This locally produced comedy show airs every Tuesday and Thursday on cable access television. 10:30 p.m.
music at nightspots
Avalon Gardens, John Reese Project. 8 p.m.
Cedar’s, Swing Night.
Funny Farm, Cal Verduche. 8 p.m.
Harry & Jean’s, Dominic Reto.
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Baby Time, Girard Free Library, 105 E. Prospect St., Girard; 330-545-2508. The group meets the first and third Friday of the month. 11 a.m.
Noon in the Park, Courthouse Park, downtown Warren; for more information call the Fine Arts Council of Trumbull County at 330-399-1212 or visit www.trumbullarts.org. Featuring Holiday. Noon-1 p.m.
Bi-Monthly: Widowers Group, Bereavement Resource Center, 3736 Boardman-Canfield Road, Canfield; for more information call Hospice of the Valley at 330-788-1992 or 1-800-640-5180. The group meets the first and third Friday. 6-8 p.m.
Community Drum Circle, Fit Woman, 45 N. Canfield-Niles Road, Austintown; for more information visit www.bewell-drumon.com. For anyone interested in drumming, dancing or chanting. The class meets again July 18. 6:45 p.m.
4th of July Riverbend Concert, Anthony’s on the River, downtown Youngstown; 330-744-7888. Featuring Frankie and the Sensations. 7-10:30 p.m.
WD Packard Concert Band, W.D. Packard Music Hall, 1703 Mahoning Ave., Warren; 330-841-2619. An outdoor performance. 8 p.m. Free.
music at nightspots
Cedar’s, Posture Coach, Canja Rule.
Down the Hatch, Crossbow.
Fifth Season, Ed Gorse.
Harry & Jean’s, Joe Augustine.
Mastropietro Winery, Al-Ray Combo.
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Babytime, McKinley Memorial Library, 40 N. Main, Niles; 330-652-1704. A program for children ages 6-24 months old. The group meets again July 19. 10 a.m. Free.
Firecracker Kayak, Mill Creek Metro Parks, Youngstown; 330-702-3000. Explore Lake Newport. Meet at East Newport Boat Launch. 10 a.m.-noon. $14, $12.
ToddlerTime, McKinley Memorial Library, 40 N. Main, Niles; 330-652-1704. A program for children 2-3 years.The group meets again July 19. 10:30 a.m.
Weekly: Back to Basics, Radio Station WGFT, 1330 AM dial. A poetry program with Tom Gilmartin, Sr. and Elizabeth Repko. The poetry program will air each Saturday. Noon.
Sharon Speedway Event, Sharon Speedway, 3241 Custer Orangeville Road, Hartford; for more information e-mail Marcie at sprintcarfan@zoominternet.net. Featuring the Bill Kirila Memorial and Mid-season championship for all divisions. 4 p.m. (grandstands open), 6 p.m. (racing begins). $11, $5, free.
music at nightspots
Cedar’s, The Zou.
Down the Hatch, Crossbow.
Drunken Jack’s Saloon, Pipe Dreams.
Harry & Jean’s, Joe Augustine.
Kuzman’s, Del Sinchak.
Mastropietro Winery, Morrow’s Boys from Detroit.
Royal Oaks, Posture Coach, Death Crazed Teenage Superheroes, Modern Life.
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Monthly: Austin Log Cabin Tour and Open House, 3797 S. Raccoon Road, Austintown; 330-792-1129. The Austintown Historical Society hosts its open house every first Sunday. 1-4 p.m. Free.
Monthly: Strock Stone House Open House, 7171 Mahoning Ave., Austintown; 330-792-1129. The Austintown Historical Society host its monthly open house and tour every first Sunday. 1-4 p.m. Free.
Weekly: New Volunteer Signup, Angels for Animals, 4750 State Route 165, Canfield; 330-549-1111, ext. 316. Animal care, office duties and other assignments are available seven days a week. Signups will be held each Sunday. 1-4 p.m.
Going Green, MetroParks Farm, Route 46, Canfield; 330-702-3000. Take a tractor-wagon tour of the Farm to see the results of spring planting. Tours leave every half hour, and will be held again July 20 and 27. 1-4 p.m.
Hike: Idora Walk, Mill Creek Metro Parks, Youngstown; 330-702-3000. Walk around the perimeter of the former amusement park and hear various memories. Meet at Lanterman’s Mill overflow parking lot for a 1 mile hike. 2 p.m.
Monthly: Ward-Thomas House Tours, 503 Brown St., Niles; 330-544-2143. Volunteer guides from the Niles Historical Society will be on hand to answer questions from visitors. The house, built in 1862, is a stately mansion in the Italianate style of architecture. Tours run the first Sunday of the month. 2-5 p.m.
music at nightspots
Cedar’s, DJ Martini.
Harry & Jean’s, Candace Madden.
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Creation Station: Creepy, Crawly Critters, Public Library, Poland Branch, 311 S. Main, Poland; 330-757-1852. Make-and-take crafts for children of all ages. The program runs during library hours through July 12, and is held again July 21-26.
Beginner Tennis, Yellow Creek Park, Mill Creek MetroParks, Canfield; 330-755-7275. Children ages 6-12 will learn the fundamentals of tennis. The course is held again July 9. Call to register. 9-11 a.m. Free.
Patio Pals, Warren-Trumbull County Public Library, Main Library, 444 Mahoning Ave. N.W., Warren; 330-399-8807. Nature and gardening will be the program for children ages 6-12. The group meets again July 14, 21, and 28. Call to register. 11 a.m. Free.
Blood Pressure Screening, Public Library, Boardman Branch, 7680 Glenwood Ave., Boardman; 330-758-1414. Held by the Mahoning Chapter of the American Red Cross. 12:30-3 p.m. Free.
Litterbug Alert With the Green Team, Public Library, East Branch, 6 N. Jackson St., Youngstown; 330-744-2790. Mahoning County’s Green Team will read “The Wartville Wizard,” by Don Madden and present an interactive skit. For children in preschool through grade 3. 1 p.m.
Down, Down, Down With the Sheriff’s Dive Team, Public Library, Austintown branch, 600 S. Raccoon, Austintown; 330-792-6982. Discover life under water with Commander Bill Hack of the Mahoning County Sheriff’s Dive Team. For school-age children. 2 p.m.
The Tom Carey Steak Fry, Stambaugh Auditorium, 1000 Fifth Ave., Youngstown; for tickets call 330-502-3361. Featuring an evening with Ohio State University’s, Jim Tressel. Proceeds benefit Danny Price Charities, Inc. $75 (per person). 6 p.m.
Summer Workshop: Yoga for Kids , Art Outreach Gallery, Eastwood Mall, Niles; for more information call Gail at 330-219-7833 or call the Eastwood Mall office at 330-652-6980. Children ages 4-10 are invited. The sessions are held again July 15 and 17 (6-7 p.m.); July 21 and 23 (4-5 p.m.); July 29 and 31 (4-5 p.m.). Please bring a towel and water. 6-7 p.m. (July 7 and 9 session).
Mad Hot Monday Ballroom Boogie, Kuzman’s, 1025 S. State St., Girard; for more information call 330-545-8521, 330-545-8995 or call Stephen Barba at 330-502-5492. Featuring various dance styles. The dance is open to the public. 6-9 p.m.
Weekly: Sweet Adelines’ Spirit of the Valley Chorus, Faith Community Church, 1919 E. Midlothian Blvd., Youngstown; 866-436-6547. New members are welcome to join the chorus, which meets each Monday. 7:15 p.m.
Weekly: Co-Dependents Anonymous, Prince of Peace Church, 2985 Center Road, Poland; 330-743-3768. This 12-step recovery program for individuals in codependent relationships meets every Monday. Call for more information. 7:30 p.m.
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Start Smart Golf, Par 3 Golf Course, Mill Creek Park, Youngstown; 330-740-7114. For boys and girls ages 4-7. Parents will learn to help teach their children to enjoy golf using positive reinforcement at this four-day clinic. Call to register. The class meets July 8-11. 9-10:30 a.m. or 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. $45, $30.
Junior Golf Camp, Par 3 Golf Course, Mill Creek Park, Youngstown; 330-740-7114. For boys and girls ages 7-18. Basic instruction and course etiquette will be taught. Call to register. The class meets July 8-11. 9-10:30 a.m. or 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. $45, $30.
Weekly: Come and Join the Fun, Public Library, Austintown branch, 600 S. Raccoon, Austintown; 330-792-6982. Stories and more for children ages 4-5. 10 a.m.
Make a Beeline to the Library to see Jock the Clown, Public Library, South Branch, 1771 Market St., Youngstown; 330-747-6424. Enjoy magic, mime, and more. 10 a.m.
Monthly: Wellness Clinic, Grace Lutheran Church, 162 South Raccoon Road, Austintown; for more information call Beth Stricko at 330-530-4038, ext. 2031 or e-mail bstrick@shepherdofthevalley.com. The meeting, held by Shepherd of the Valley Home Health, will be held the second Tuesday of each month. Information about diabetes and glucose testing will be provided. 10:30 a.m.-noon.
Native American Suitcase with the Mahoning Valley Historical Society, Public Library, Canfield Branch, 43 W. Main St., Canfield; 330-533-5631. Join a museum educator for hands-on artifacts about culture, social structure, life and lore of the Eastern Woodland Indians. 2 p.m.
Come Camping: A Family Program, Public Library, Boardman Branch, 7680 Glenwood Ave., Boardman; 330-758-1414. Stories, songs, games and more. Plus an appearance from the flea circus. Call to sign up. 2 p.m.
Spidery Tales, Public Library, Campbell Branch, 374 Sanderson Ave., Campbell; 330-755-4227. Spider stories, crafts, and more for all ages. 2 p.m.
Buggy Behavior, Public Library, Brookfield Branch, 7032 Grove St., Brookfield; 330-448-8134. Children ages 6-12 are invited to h ear a program about bugs and insects. 2 p.m. Free.
Blood Pressure Screening, Public Library, South Branch, 1771 Market St., Youngstown; 330-747-6424. Held by the “Original” Visiting Nurse Association of Mahoning County. 2-3 p.m.
Computer Classes: Introduction to E-mail, McKinley Memorial Library, 40 N. Main, Niles; 330-652-1704. 3-4:30 p.m. Free.
Western Reserve Dinner Meeting, The Upstairs Restaurant, 4500 Mahoning Ave., Austintown; 330-793-5577. Featuring the program “Risk, Loss Prevention and Accident Investigation.” Call to register. 5:30 p.m. (dinner), 6:30 p.m. (program). $25, $20.
Health and Wellness Walks, Mill Creek Metro Parks, Youngstown; 330-702-3000. Meet at Golf Course overflow parking lot on West Golf Drive for a 1-3 mile hike. 6 p.m.
Drumming Circle at Villa Maria, Villa Maria Community Center, 1 mile east of the Ohio state line, south of State Route 422 on Evergreen Road, Villa Maria, Pa.; 724-964-8920. 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Monthly: La Leche League, Columbiana County WIC office, 7876 Lincole Place, Lisbon; 330-427-2155. All pregnant or nursing mothers and their babies are welcome. The group meets the second Tuesday of the month. 7 p.m.
The Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support Group, Howland United Methodist Church, 730 Howland-Wilson Road, N.E., Warren. Open to all caregivers, family members, and friends with a loved one with memory problems. For more information call 330-533-3300 or 1-800-272-3900. 7 p.m. Free.
Second Tuesday Poetry Reading, Pig Iron Press, 26 N. Phelps St., downtown Youngstown; 330-747-6932. The public is invited to participate regardless of age and writing experience. 7:45 p.m. (sign-in), 8 p.m. (presentations begin).
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Baby Brilliant — Tales for Toddlers, Public Library, Austintown branch, 600 S. Raccoon, Austintown; 330-792-6982. Stories and more for children ages 2-3 with an adult. Call to sign up. 10 or 11 a.m.
Park Pals, Ford Nature Center, Mill Creek MetroParks, Youngstown; 330-740-7107. Learn about the park’s animals, plants, and more. For children entering grades 1-3. Call to register. The program runs again July 10. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. $35, $30.
Buggy Behavior, Public Library, Cortland Branch, 212 North High St., Cortland; 330-638-6335. Children ages 6-12 are invited to ask questions about bugs and insects. 11 a.m. Free.
The Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support Group, Easter Seals Day Center, 721 Boardman-Poland Road, Boardman. Open to all caregivers, family members, and friends with a loved one with memory problems. For more information call 330-533-3300 or 1-800-272-3900. 1:30 p.m. Free.
Buggy Behavior, Public Library, Liberty Branch, 415 Churchill-Hubbard Road, Youngstown; 330-759-2589. A program about bugs and insects for children ages 6-12. 2 p.m .Free.
Meet the Beekeeper, Warren-Trumbull County Public Library, Main Library, 444 Mahoning Ave. N.W., Warren; 330-399-8807. An educational program about beekeeping with Mike Shafer. 2 p.m. Free.
Spidery Tales, Public Library, Brownlee Woods branch, 4010 Sheridan Road, Youngstown; 330-782-2512. Spider stories, crafts, and more for children of all ages. 2 p.m.
Botanical Pottery: Cactus Planter, Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek MetroParks, Youngstown; 330-740-7116. Students will construct a shallow terracotta planter suitable for cactus and succulents. Call to register. 5:30-8 p.m. $32, $25.
Monthly: Book Club, Villa Maria Community Center, 1 mile east of the Ohio state line, south of State Route 422 on Evergreen Road, Villa Maria, Pa.; 724-964-8920, ext. 3223. This monthly series will focus on books from the New York Time’s best seller list. The group meets the second Wednesday of the month. 6:30-8 p.m.
7Up Summerfest Spectacular: Concert, Yellow Creek Park, Mill Creek Metro Parks, Youngstown; 330-702-3000. Featuring Savoy. 7 p.m.
Concerts at the Commons, Commons at Greenbriar, 8060 South Ave., Boardman; 330-758-8855. Featuring The Eddie Vallus Band II. 7-8:30 p.m.
Mahoning Valley Scrappers, Eastwood Field, Niles; 330-505-0000 or 1-888-388-7600. The Scrappers will take on Vermont Lake Monsters. 7:05 p.m.$9, $7.
Monthly: Mothers of Twins, Davidson Becker Family Center, Struthers; for more information call Michele at 330-530-2128 or visit www.orgssites.com/oh/twins. The group meets the second Wednesday. 8 p.m.
music at nightspots
Avalon Gardens, Bobby Remp.
Club Leon’s, Rudy and the Professionals.
Kuzman’s, Carl Severino.
Up a Creek, Guys Without Ties. 7 p.m.
thursday 10
Parish Festival, St. Luke, 5235 South Ave., Boardman; for more information call the Diocese of Youngstown at 330-744-8451. The fest runs through July 13.
Junior Tournament, Par 3 Golf Course, Mill Creek Park, Youngstown; 330-740-7114. For boys and girls ages 7-17. The contest includes age and gender divisions. The fee includes prizes and refreshments. Call to register. 8:30 a.m. $5.
“Bee” Sure You Meet Outback Ray, Public Library, Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown; 330-744-8636. Be ready to see exotic creatures. 10 a.m.
Baby Brilliant: Time for Babies and Books, Public Library, Austintown branch, 600 S. Raccoon, Austintown; 330-792-6982. Books, songs, rhymes and more for children ages 6-23 months. The group meets again July 24. 10 a.m.
What’s the Buzz at Your Library?, Public Library, Sebring Branch, 195 W. Ohio Ave., Sebring; 330-938-6119. Magic and more with Porgie the Clown. 11 a.m.
Buggy Behavior, Public Library, Howland Branch, 9095 East Market St., Warren; 330-856-2011. Children ages 6-12 will learn about bugs and insects. 11 a.m. Free.
The First Friday Club of Greater Youngstown, Antone’s Banquet Centre, Market Street, Boardman; to register call 330-533-1023. Featuring Bob Kloos’s “Inspiration for the Life of Faith.” 11:30 a.m. $15.
St. Nicholas Greek Summerfest, St. Nicholas, 220 N. Walnut Ave., Youngstown. The fest runs through July 13. Noon-11 p.m.
Trumbull County Fair Spelling Bee, Trumbull County Fairgrounds, Everett-Hull Road, Bazetta Township; for more information call Denise Deltondo at 330-530-4011. The bee is open to all students in grades 1-8. 1 p.m.
Litterbug Alert With the Green Team, Public Library, West branch, 2815 Mahoning, Youngstown; 330-799-7171. Mahoning County’s Green Team will read “The Wartville Wizard,” by Don Madden and present an interactive skit. For children in preschool through grade 3. 2 p.m.
Buggy Behavior, Public Library, Lordstown Branch, 1471 Salt Springs Road, Warren; 330-824-2094. Children ages 6-12 will learn about bugs and insects. 2 p.m. Free.
“Bee” Sure You Meet Outback Ray, Public Library, Struthers Branch, 95 Poland Ave., Struthers; 330-755-3322. Be ready to see exotic creatures. 2 p.m.
The Police & Fire Retirees of Ohio, District 2 Chapter 10 Summer Picnic, Masters’ Pavilion, Boardman Park, Boardman; for more information call Rich Holzschuh at 330-743-5502. Members are asked to bring a covered casserole dish. 5:30 p.m.
Monthly: Mahoning Valley Professional 20/30 Club Individual Committee Meeting, Peaberry’s, 4350 Boardman-Canfield Road, Canfield; for information, e-mail social@mvp2030club.org. The group meets the second Thursday of the month. 5:30 p.m.
Bimonthly: Schizophrenics Anonymous, St. Elizabeth’s Hospital, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown; for more information call Advocacy Through Education at 724-342-5914 or e-mail vajadvocate@hotmail.com. The group is designed for individuals who have been diagnosed with a schizophrenic disorder, and it meets the second and fourth Thursday of the month. 6:30-8 p.m.
The Police & Fire Retirees of Ohio District 2 — Chapter 10 Meeting, Brandywine Clubhouse, 3390 Flo-Lor Drive, Youngstown; for more information call Rich Holzsehuh at 330-743-5502. All retirees and DROP participants of the Ohio Police and Fire Disability and Pension Fund living in Mahoning and Columbiana Counties along with their spouses or survivors are encouraged to attend. 7 p.m.
Outdoor Concert, Boardman Park, 365 Boardman-Poland Road, Boardman; 330-726-8107. Featuring Don Burns Orchestra. Held at the Maag Outdoor Arts Theatre. Bring lawn chairs or blankets. 7 p.m. Free.
Lawn Concert, McKinley Memorial Library, 40 N. Main, Niles; 330-652-1704. Featuring Alex Bevan. 7-8:30 p.m.
Monthly: Messies Anonymous Support Group, Pleasant Valley Church, 2055 Pleasant Valley Road, Niles; 330-544-4846. Meetings are based on the 12 steps and traditions of the Messies Anonymous for Household Organization. The organization meets the second Thursday of each month. 7-8:30 p.m.
Mahoning Valley Scrappers, Eastwood Field, Niles; 330-505-0000 or 1-888-388-7600. The Scrappers will take on Vermont Lake Monsters. 7:05 p.m.$9, $7.
DARE New Member Meeting, Disciples Christian Church, 565 Boardman-Canfield Road, Boardman; for more information call 330-757-1440, 330-729-0127 or 330-793-1484. DARE Singles group is a social group for divorced, widowed or separated people that meets weekly. 7:30 p.m.
music at nightspots
Avalon Gardens, Frank Castillano. 6 p.m.
Cedar’s, Swing Night.
Funny Farm, Basile Unleashed. 8 p.m.
McMenamy’s, HD Rider.
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Lazy Daisy Fest, Nelson Ledges Quarry Park, 12001 State Route 282, Nelson; for more information call Evan Kelley at 440-548-2716 or e-mail nlqp@modex.com. A weekend celebration of the Grateful Dead, hosted by the Jimiller Band, and featuring music on Saturday. The fest runs through July 13.
Parish Festival, Our Lady of Mt. Carmel, 1200 E. 21st St., Ashtabula; for more information call the Diocese of Youngstown at 330-744-8451. The fest runs through July 13.
Youngstown State’s Summer Festival of the Arts, YSU Campus, One University Plaza, Youngstown; for more information call Lori at 330-941-2307 or e-mail lfactor@ysu.edu. The fest runs through July 13. 7 a.m. (set up)- 9 p.m. (July 13).
Preschool Nature Hour: Butterfly Magic, Ford Nature Center, Mill Creek MetroParks, Youngstown; 330-740-7107. Preschoolers with an adult will participate in activities that focus on butterflies and their life cycle. Call to register. 10 a.m. or 12:30 p.m. $3, $2.
Making Recycle Paper Workshop, Art Outreach Gallery, Eastwood Mall, Niles; for more information call Gail at 330-219-7833 or call the Eastwood Mall office at 330-652-6980. For children ages 6-12. 10-11:30 a.m.
Monthly: Storytime for Adults and Children with Special Needs, Barnes and Noble, 381 Boardman-Canfield Road, Boardman. Join the group the second Friday for a low-key, easily accessible storytime for adults and children with special needs. 11 a.m.
Ticklish Garden, Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek MetroParks, Youngstown; 330-740-7116. Preschoolers ages 3-5 with an adult will look for plants in the Family Garden that protect themselves in unusual ways. Each child will receive a mimosa plant to take home. Call to register. 11 a.m.-noon or 1-2 p.m. $7, $5.
Noon in the Park, Courthouse Park, downtown Warren; for more information call the Fine Arts Council of Trumbull County at 330-399-1212 or visit www.trumbullarts.org. Featuring Rose and Thistle. Noon-1 p.m.
Monthly Pinochle Game, The Senior Citizens Center, E. 4th Street, East Liverpool; 330-385-4732. The public is invited to attend. Games are held the second Friday of each month. 1-3 p.m. Free.
Story Telling Featuring Clifford and Corduroy, Art Outreach Gallery, Eastwood Mall, Niles; for more information call Gail at 330-219-7833 or call the Eastwood Mall office at 330-652-6980. Children ages 4-10 are invited to hear either a story about Clifford or Corduroy. The group meets again July 18 and 25. 3-4 p.m.
West Federal Jazz and Wine Fest, West Federal Street, downtown Youngstown; for more information call Phil Kidd at 330-742-8710 or e-mail pkidd@cityofyoungstownnoh.com. Join local downtown establishment owners for a night of food, wine, art, and jazz. 5 p.m.-midnight.
Baseball: Mahoning Valley Scrappers, Eastwood Field, Niles; 330-505-0000 or 1-888-388-7600. The Scrappers will take on Vermont Lake Monsters. 7:05 p.m.$9, $7.
Seussical the Musical, Kent Trumbull Theatre, 4314 Mahoning Ave., N.W., Warren; 330-675-8887 or e-mail trumbullboxoffice@kent.edu. The show runs July 11-12, 18-19, 25-26 at 8 p.m., and July 13, 20, 27 at 3 p.m. $10.
music at nightspots
Cedar’s, Off the Rocker.
Down the Hatch, Crows Run.
Drunken Jacks Saloon, Wonderland.
Fifth Season, Ed Gorse.
Funny Farm, Basile Unleashed. 8 or 10 p.m.
Harry & Jean’s, Joe Augustine.
Kuzman’s, Chuck Carby Band.
Mastropietro Winery, Jim Moran.
McMenamy’s, Ovation Band.
Peaberry’s Bakery & Cafe — Boardman, Rick Blair. 7:30 p.m.
Royal Oaks, MOD Quad.
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Fifth Annual Smoky Hollow 5K Run and 1 Mile Family Fun Walk, Youngstown. For more information call Wick Neighbors office at 330-259-1750 or e-mail Jean Dougherty at dougherty@wickneighbors.org. 7:30-11 a.m.
Farmer’s Market, Walk on Wick, in front of the Board of Education, corner of Wick and Wood Streets, Youngstown; for more information e-mail cwelm@aol.com. 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Preschool Nature Hour: Butterfly Magic, Ford Nature Center, Mill Creek MetroParks, Youngstown; 330-740-7107. Preschoolers with an adult will participate in activities that focus on butterflies and their life cycle. Call to register. 10 a.m. $3, $2.
Scrollsaw Association of the World: Expo 2008, Roberts Convention Centre, Interstate 71 and State Route 68, southwest Ohio. An interactive promotional event featuring woodworking and more. The expo is held through July 13. 0 a.m.-4 p.m. (Saturday), 9 a.m.-3 p.m. (Sunday). $10 (both days), $6 (one day).
Rummage Sale, St. John Episcopal Church, 323 Wick Ave., Youngstown; 330-743-3175. All proceeds benefit St. John’s community outreach. 10 a.m.
Craft Time, McKinley Memorial Library, 40 N. Main, Niles; 330-652-1704. A program for kids of all ages. 10 a.m. Free.
Wick Avenue Festival, Public Library, Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown; 330-744-8636. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Ohio Historical Marker Commemorating St. Augustine Episcopal Chapel, St. Augustine Episcopal Chapel, 614 Parmalee Ave., Youngstown; for more information call Antoinette Smith at 330-519-3376 or Vincent Ajamu Shivers at 330-881-8735. This will be the first time an African American institution in the city will receive an Ohio Historical Marker. Featuring guest speaker, Mayor Jay Williams. 11 a.m.
Ticklish Garden, Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek MetroParks, Youngstown; 330-740-7116. Preschoolers ages 3-5 with an adult will look for plants in the Family Garden that protect themselves in unusual ways. Each child will receive a mimosa plant to take home. Call to register. 11 a.m.-noon. $7, $5.
Summer Festival of the Arts Planetarium Shows, Ward Beecher Planetarium, YSU Campus, One University Plaza, Youngstown. Featuring various shows from Noon-4:30 p.m.
Computer Classes: Beginning Excel, McKinley Memorial Library, 40 N. Main, Niles; 330-652-1704. 1-3 p.m. Free.
Quirky or Clever Plants, Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek MetroParks, Youngstown; 330-740-7116. Children ages 6 and up with an adult companion will discover plants in the Family Garden that have clever ways of surviving. Each child will receive a mimosa plant to take home. Call to register. 1:30-2:30 p.m. $7, $5.
Hike: Staying Cool, Mill Creek Metro Parks, Youngstown; 330-702-3000. Hike Cascade Ravine, Lake Cohasset, and School Spray Pool. Meet at School Pavilion for a 3 mile hike. 2 p.m.
Sharon Speedway Event, Sharon Speedway, 3241 Custer Orangeville Road, Hartford; for more information e-mail Marcie at sprintcarfan@zoominternet.net. Featuring Fantastic Five Racing, E-Mod autographs, and Christmas in July. 4 p.m. (grandstands open), 6 p.m. (racing begins). $11, $5, free.
Weekly: Family Fun Nights, Par 3 Golf Course, Mill Creek Park, Youngstown; 330-740-7114. For families with children ages 7-18 PGA professionals will conduct short instructional seminars to start the evenings, followed by on-course play. The fee includes golf, cart , refreshments, and prizes. Call to register. 6 p.m. $10 (per family).
Summer Night Specials Concert, Warren Community Amphitheater, downtown Warren; for more information call the Fine Arts Council of Trumbull County at 330-399-1212 or visit ww.trumbullarts.org. Featuring the Top Notes. 7 p.m.
U.S. Air Force Band of Flight, Boardman Park, 365 Boardman-Poland Road, Boardman; 330-726-8107. 7 p.m. Free.
Baseball: Mahoning Valley Scrappers, Eastwood Field, Niles; 330-505-0000 or 1-888-388-7600. The Scrappers will take on Hudson Valley Renegades. 7:05 p.m.$9, $7.
music at nightspots
Cedar’s, Sacksville Rhythm and Blues.
Down the Hatch, Crows Run.
Drunken Jack’s Saloon, Edison’s Medicine.
Funny Farm, Basile Unleashed. 8 or 10 p.m.
Harry & Jean’s, Joe Augustine.
Ice House Inn, The Rage.
Mastropietro Winery, Gayle George.
McMenamy’s, The House Band.
Selah Cafe, Rachell Joy. 6 p.m.
Warren Community Amphitheater, Top Notes. 7 p.m.
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Fallen Officer Motorcycle Ride and Rally, Chevrolet Centre, 229 East Front St., Youngstown. In memory of YPD Officer Michael Hartzell and all fallen officers. Sponsored by the Blue Knights and the Youngstown Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #28. Cycle registration is at the Chevy Centre parking lot. 9 a.m.
Birding by Boat, Mill Creek Metro Parks, Youngstown; 330-702-3000. Explore Lake Newport in search of wildlife. Meet at East Newport Boat Launch. Participants must bring binoculars and have basic paddling skills. 9-11 a.m. $14, $12.
Wick Avenue Community Worship Service, St. John Episcopal Church, 323 Wick Ave., Youngstown; 330-743-3175. Join local congregations for worship and fellowship. 10 a.m.
Parent/Junior Tournament, Par 3 Golf Course, Mill Creek Park, Youngstown; 330-740-7114. For boys and girls ages 7-17. Fee includes prizes and refreshments. Call to register. 10 a.m. $10 (per team).
Doggie Daze Reunion, Angels for Animals, 4750 State Route 165, Canfield; 330-549-1111. Everyone who loves a pet is welcome to attend. Participants may also bring their own dog if it gets along with other pets! 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Old Fashion Croatian Picnic, Stroussmayer Picnic Grounds, 4202 Smith-Steward Road, west of Belmont Avenue (State Route 193), Vienna. Sponsored by Ss. Peter and Paul Catholic Church. Featuring Mikey Dee Band (3-6 p.m.), food, and more. 11 a.m.-7 p.m. $5, free (children 12 and under).
Pasta Dinner Benefit for Craig Parana, Blessed Sacrament Church, 3020 Reeves Road N.E., Warren; for tickets call John and Kim Vogt at 330-638-7639 or visit the Parish Office or Buena Vista Cafe. Carry out will be available. Noon-3 p.m. $7, $5 (children 4-10), donation optional (for children 3 and under).
Bridal Fair — A Garden Wedding, Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek MetroParks, Youngstown; 330-740-7116. Meet area bridal vendors and get ideas for wedding ceremonies and receptions. Register for door prizes. Noon-4 p.m. (3 p.m. wedding fashion show).
Summer Festival of the Arts Planetarium Shows, Ward Beecher Planetarium, YSU Campus, One University Plaza, Youngstown. Featuring various shows from Noon-4:30 p.m.
The Rosicrucian Order Meeting, Dublin Grange, 6571 Fairgrounds Blvd., Canfield; for more information call 330-755-0934 or 330-757-7579 or visit youngstown@rosicrucian.org. Featuring “Find No Fault,” and “Little Thoughts Make Little Men.” 1 p.m.
Cleveland Indians Trip, Davis YMCA, 45 McClurg Road, Boardman; 330-480-5656. There will be pre-game activities between Progressive Field and the Q, including bounce houses, Radio Disney, and more. 1:05 p.m. $30 (family bus), $16 (per person).
Monthly: Hubbard Historical Society Tour, 27 Hager St., Hubbard. The museum is open to the public the second Sunday of each month. 2-5 p.m.
Monthly: The Philosophy Group (Socrates Cafe), Barnes and Noble, 381 Boardman-Canfield Road, Boardman; for more information call Joe at 330-788-0315. The group meets the second Sunday of the month and discusses philosophical topics, questions, ideas, concepts, books and philosophers. 4 p.m.
Mahoning Valley Scrappers, Eastwood Field, Niles; 330-505-0000 or 1-888-388-7600. The Scrappers will take on Hudson Valley Renegades. 6:05 p.m.$9, $7.
Outdoor Concert, Gazebo in Vienna Center, State Route 193 and Warren-Sharon Road, Vienna; for more information call Marlene Dreves at 330-539-5481. Featuring Rudy and the Professionals. 6:30-8:30 p.m.
music at nightspots
Cedar’s, DJ Martini.
Harry & Jean’s, Candace Madden.
monday 14
Fundamental Boys Basketball Camp, Youngstown YMCA, 17 N. Champion St., downtown Youngstown; 330-744-8411. The camp, for boys ages 5-12, runs through July 17. 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. $95, $75.
Fundamental Girls Basketball Camp, Youngstown YMCA, 17 N. Champion St., downtown Youngstown; 330-744-8411. The camp, for girls ages 5-12, runs through July 17. 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. $95, $75.
Monthly: Mothers of Preschoolers, First Christian Church, 1151 E. Sixth St., Salem; for more information call Amy Zimmerman at 330-337-0939. A support group for any woman with children around the kindergarten age or younger. Speakers and crafts usually alternate. Childcare is available for preschoolers. The group meets the second Monday of each month. 9:15-11:15 a.m.
Suzi Solomon Golf Classic, Squaw Creek Golf Course, ; for more information e-mail Gail Froomkin at gfroomkin@jccyoungstown.org or call 330-746-3251, ext. 153. Featuring Kelly Pavlik. There will be a dinner, auction, and more afterwards. Sponsored by the Jewish Community Center. 11:30 a.m.
Build-a-Bug Contest, Public Library, East Branch, 6 N. Jackson St., Youngstown; 330-744-2790. The winner gets a prize. Call to sign up. 1 p.m.
Meet the Beekeeper, Public Library, Lordstown Branch, 1471 Salt Springs Road, Warren; 330-824-2094. An educational program for children of all ages. 2 p.m. Free.
Fly Away Home, Public Library, Struthers Branch, 95 Poland Ave., Struthers; 330-755-3322. Listen to stories and make a Monarch Butterfly finger puppet. For school-age children. 2 p.m.
Down, Down, Down With the Sheriff’s Dive Team, Public Library, Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown; 330-744-8636. Discover life under water with Commander Bill Hack of the Mahoning County Sheriff’s Dive Team. For school-age children. 2 p.m.
Teen Summer Movie Night, Warren-Trumbull County Public Library, Main Library, 444 Mahoning Ave. N.W., Warren; 330-399-8807. For teens ages 13-18. The group meets again July 28. 5:30 p.m. Free.
Children’s Classes: Action Figure Cartoons, Butler Institute of American Art, 524 Wick Ave., Youngstown; 330-743-1711 or visit www.butlerart.com. A four week class for grades 5-8 that meets each Monday through Aug. 4. 5:30-7 p.m. $40.
Business and Investment Center: Small Business Seminar, Public Library, Boardman Branch, 7680 Glenwood Ave., Boardman; 330-758-1414. For those interested in starting their own business. Call 330-744-8636 to register. 6-8:30 p.m.
Where Have All the Farmers Gone, Revisited, Unitarian Church, 1105 Elm Street, across from Wick Park, Youngstown; for more information e-mail cwelm@aol.com. The program will update the 2002 lecture about local farming, which led to the start up of the Northside Farmers’ Market. Light food and beverages will be available. 6:30 p.m. (doors open), 7 p.m. (program begins).
Mahoning Valley Scrappers, Eastwood Field, Niles; 330-505-0000 or 1-888-388-7600. The Scrappers will take on Hudson Valley Renegades. 7:05 p.m.$9, $7.
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Enrich Your Charitable Gift Knowledge Seminar, Diocese of Youngstown, 144 West Wood St., Youngstown. Featuring John R. Tullio, Jr. Sponsored by Planned Giving Council. 8-9:30 a.m. $10, $5.
Grantseeking Basics and the Foundation Directory Online, Kent State Trumbull Campus, Grants Information Center, 4314 Mahoning Ave., N.W., Warren; 330-675-8865. An overview of the funding research process and more. 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. $10.
Howland Happy Stitchers, Living Lord Lutheran Church, 851 Niles-Cortland Road, Warren; for more information call Margaret at 330-847-9813 or Jane at 330-638-2916. Meets the third Tuesday. 10 a.m.
Reading Rocks with WKBN, Public Library, Austintown branch, 600 S. Raccoon, Austintown; 330-792-6982. Stories for children, read by WKBN’s Rich Morgan. 10 a.m.
Spin a Tale, Public Library, Canfield Branch, 43 W. Main St., Canfield; 330-533-5631. Listen to tales of Anansi the Spider. For children of all ages. 10 a.m.
Children’s Classes: Drawing and Painting, Butler Institute of American Art, 524 Wick Ave., Youngstown; 330-743-1711 or visit www.butlerart.com. The class meets each Tuesday through Aug. 5. 10-11 a.m. (grades 1-2), 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. (grades 3-4), 2-3 p.m. (grades 5-8). $30.
KSU Trumbull Summer Stock, Public Library, Brookfield Branch, 7032 Grove St., Brookfield; 330-448-8134. A children’s theatre production of “The Nightingale.” 11 a.m. Free.
Summer Workshop: Dream Catchers , Art Outreach Gallery, Eastwood Mall, Niles; for more information call Gail at 330-219-7833 or call the Eastwood Mall office at 330-652-6980. A workshop featuring the dream catcher. For children ages 4-10. 11 a.m.-noon.
Gospel Musical: Radio Jamboree, Das Dutch Village Inn, 150 E. State Route 14, Columbiana; for reservations or lodging information call 1-866-482-5050. The show runs July 15-18. 12:15 p.m. (seating begins), 12:30 p.m. (show begins). $35.
Build-a-Bug Contest, Public Library, South Branch, 1771 Market St., Youngstown; 330-747-6424. The winner gets a prize. Call to sign up. 1 p.m.
Blood Pressure Screening, Public Library, West branch, 2815 Mahoning, Youngstown; 330-799-7171. Held by the “Original” Visiting Nurse Association of Mahoning County. 1-3 p.m.
Blood Pressure Screening, Public Library, Struthers Branch, 95 Poland Ave., Struthers; 330-755-3322. Held by the Red Cross. 1-4 p.m.
Monthly: Hospice of the Valley Craft and Chat, Hospice House Conference Room, 9803 Sharrott Road (behind Assumption Village), North Lima; for more information call Hospice of the Valley at 330-788-1992 or 1-800-640-5180. The group is open for those interested in socializing, talking informally to other grievers, and to complete projects for a loved one or oneself. It meets the third Tuesday of the month. Supplies are provided. 1-4 p.m.
Bicycle Rules of the Road, Public Library, Boardman Branch, 7680 Glenwood Ave., Boardman; 330-758-1414. Sgt. Church Hillman of the Boardman Police Department will present safe bicycling practices for children of all ages. 2 p.m.
Litterbug Alert With the Green Team, Public Library, Poland Branch, 311 S. Main, Poland; 330-757-1852. Mahoning County’s Green Team will read “The Wartville Wizard,” by Don Madden and present an interactive skit. For children in preschool through grade 3. 2 p.m.
Fly Away Home, Public Library, Campbell Branch, 374 Sanderson Ave., Campbell; 330-755-4227. Listen to stories and make a Monarch Butterfly finger puppet. For school-age children. 2 p.m.
Babysitting Class, Davis YMCA, Community Room, 45 McClurg Road, Boardman; 330-480-5656. A Red Cross certification program that teaches the necessary skills and provides the information needed for the student to become a responsible babysitter. The class is held again July 17. 3-6 p.m. $50, $30.
Children’s Classes: Basic Cartooning, Butler Institute of American Art, 524 Wick Ave., Youngstown; 330-743-1711 or visit www.butlerart.com. Children in grades 5-8 will learn how to develop cartoons. The class meets each Tuesday through Aug. 5. 5:30-7 p.m. $40.
Summer Entertainment Series, Park Vista, 1216 Fifth Ave., Youngstown; to register call, 330-746-2944. Featuring the Dana School of Music Ensemble. 6:30-8 p.m.
Outside Concert, Chevrolet Centre, 229 East Front St., Youngstown; for more information or for tickets call 330-747-1212 or 1-866-448-7849. Featuring Seether and Finger Eleven. 7 p.m. $30, $27.50.
Family Story Time: Grasshopper Hop, Public Library, Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown; 330-744-8636. Stories, games and a craft for children of all ages. 7 p.m.
Monthly: Mahoning County Computer Club, Canfield Presbyterian Church, 104 Main St., Canfield; for more information call 330-757-9854 or 330-799-1676. Many computer related subjects are discussed. Visitors are welcome. The group meets every third Tuesday of the month. 7-9 p.m.
Monthly: RTS Bereavement Support Group, Beeghly Medical Park, Community Learning Center, 6505 Market St., Youngstown; 330-884-2911. The group is for people who are dealing with grief from miscarriage, stillbirth or newborn loss. The group meets the third Tuesday of each month. 7-9 p.m.
