Youngstown Events | April 1-7, 2025 | Metro Monthly – Tell us about your event! Via e-mail: calendar@metromonthly.net…. We give priority to the greater Youngstown-Warren area, Columbiana and western Pennsylvania.
TUESDAY 1
Tiny Art Show Exhibit. Liberty Library, 415 Churchill-Hubbard Road, Youngstown 44505. 330-759-2589. www.wtcpl.org…. View artwork created by children ages 8 and older and vote for your favorite. On display through April 26. 9 a.m.-8 p.m. (Mondays through Thursdays), 9 a.m.-5 p.m. (Friday and Saturday).
Deaf Education Talk. Warren Library, 444 Mahoning Ave. NW, Warren 44483. 330-399-8807, ext. 206. www.wtcpl.org…. A speaker from Easterseals of Northeast Ohio will discuss different types of deaf groups, deaf culture, access to ASL classes and more. 2 p.m.
Poetry Writing Party. Cortland Library, 578 Lakeview Drive 44410. 330-638-6335. www.wtcpl.org…. Teens ages 12-18 can celebrate National Poetry Month with contests and prizes. 4-5 p.m.
YSU Symphonette Orchestra 2025 Spring Concert. Ford Family Recital Hall, Edward W. Powers Auditorium, 260 W. Federal St., Youngstown 44503. Box office: 330-259-9651. Tickets: deyorpac.org…. www.youngstownsymphony.com…. The YSU’s Symphonette Orchestra will present their spring 2025 Concert. The Symphonettes include young string players, ranging from grades 5 through 8. 6:30 p.m.
WEDNESDAY 2
Forest Babies. Education Building Classroom A, Ford Nature Education Center, Mill Creek MetroParks, 840 Old Furnace Road, Youngstown 44511. 330-740-7107, extension129. www.mil…. Children ages 1-3 years will explore the trails and create a nature craft. Register/pay by March 31 (online or call). This program includes an outdoor activity. No pets. 10-11 a.m. $5.
Morning with the Masters: Easy and Dependable Perennials. Canfield Library, 43 W. Main St. 44406. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Join OSU Master Gardener volunteers to learn more about easy and dependable perennials for your garden. 11 a.m.-noon.
Music at Noon: Piano Studio. Butler Institute of American Art, 524 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44502. 330-941-3636. 12:15 p.m.
Celebrating Deaf History Month. Boardman Library, 7680 Glenwood Ave. 44512. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Celebrate the contributions and accomplishments of people who are deaf and hard-of-hearing and learn from local members of the deaf community. American Sign Language interpreters will be available. 6-7 p.m.
Wednesday Writers Circle. Warren Library, 444 Mahoning Ave. NW, Warren 44483. 330-399-8807, ext. 206. www.wtcpl.org…. Each participant should bring a copy of a short story, book chapter, poem, play, or any form of creative writing that they created and would like to share. Limit to 5 pages. The group will offer gentle feedback. Registration required (online or call). 6-7:30 p.m.
THURSDAY 3
Ready, Set, GROW Gardening Program. Education Building, Classroom B, Ford Nature Education Center, Mill Creek MetroParks, 840 Old Furnace Road, Youngstown 44511. 330-740-7107, extension129. A weekly gardening program for a child (in grade 2 or older) and an adult partner. Participants will join park educators to learn the basics for gardening and will have their own raised garden bed to plant, tend, and harvest all summer long at the MetroParks Farm (7574 Columbiana-Canfield Road). Registration required. 5-7 p.m. every Thursday, April 3-Aug. 23. $125 (for child/adult pair).
Make Your Own Wish Bracelet. Howland Library, 9095 E. Market St. 44484. 330-856-2011. www.wtcpl.org…. Teens ages 12-18 can use cord to make a wish bracelet. Registration is required (online or call). 5:30 p.m.
Introduction to Genealogy and Local History. Austintown Library, 600 S. Raccoon Road 44515. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. An introduction to genealogy and local history. Learn how to build a family tree with the help of numerous library resources and online tools. Registration required. 6-7:30 p.m.
FRIDAY 4
Art Day. Bliss Hall, YSU, 547 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-941-3636. Presented by YSU’s Department of Art. This event is designed for high school students who are interested in learning more about the Art Department. Entry is free, but pre-registration is required. For more information, contact Katie Merrill at 330-941-2307 or at ka*******@ys*.edu. 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
Classic Film Friday. Howland Library, 9095 E. Market St. 44484. 330-856-2011. www.wtcpl.org…. Watch an award-winning film. Includes popcorn and a trivia sheet for a chance to win a prize. Call for movie title. 2 p.m.
Disc Golf 101. Field Course (Hole #2), Mill Creek MetroParks Farm, 7574 Columbiana-Canfield Road Canfield 44406. www.mil…. Learn the basics needed to play disc golf. Bring a disc or rent one for $2.50. Meeting dates are April 4, May 2, June 6, July 11, Aug. 1, Sept. 5, Oct. 3 and Nov. 7. Call Wick Recreation Center at 330-740-7114 to register. 4:30-5 p.m.
Fishing at the Farm. Mill Creek MetroParks Farm, 7574 Columbiana-Canfield Road, Canfield 44406. www.mil…. Bring your own fishing equipment or use what is available. Participants ages 16 and older must have a valid fishing license. Meet at the Fishing Pond (Disc Golf, Hole #2). Meeting dates are April 4, May 2, June 6, July 11, Aug. 1, Sept. 5, Oct. 3, and Nov. 7. 5-6:30 p.m.
Art on Park. 180 N. Park Ave., Warren 44481. 330-469-1729. trumbullarts.org…. Gallery and creative space in downtown Warren offers pop-up and extended shows. Opening: “Arcadia.” Nature-themed art exhibition and Earth Day celebration. 6-8:30 p.m.
Youngstown Phantoms. Covelli Centre, 229 E. Front St., Youngstown 44503. 330-747-PUCK (7825). youngstownphantoms.com…. The Phantoms play the Green Bay Gamblers. 6:05 p.m. $25, $18, $16, $14.
Imani Winds. University Theater, Spotlight Arena Theater, Bliss Hall. YSU, 547 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-941-3105. ysu.tix.com…. The Cliffe College Performing Arts Series presents the three-time Grammy-nominated Imani Winds as the final performance of the 2024-2025 season. 7 p.m. $33 (adult), $28 (seniors and YSU faculty), $12 (ages 13-64), free (YSU students and children ages 12 and under).
[title of show]. University Theater, Spotlight Arena Theater, Bliss Hall. YSU, 547 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-941-3105. Ysu.tix.com…. A Tony-nominated musical that breaks the fourth wall. 7:30 p.m., Friday, April 4 and 11; Saturday, April 5 and 12; and Sunday, April 6 and 13. $18.50-6.50.
A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Kent State University at Trumbull Theatre. Technology Building, 4314 Mahoning Ave. NW. 44483. 330-675-8887. www.trumbull.kent.edu…. “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” will be performed in the Technology Building while the theater space undergoes repairs. The production will be directed by Peter Byrne. Box office: 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Tuesday-Thursday. The theater is under the direction of Eric S. Kildow, associate professor and program director. Shows are 7:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday and 2 p.m. on Sunday. April 4-5, 11-13. $10, $8, $6.
Daddy’s Dyin’ Who’s Got the Will? New Castle Playhouse. 212 E. Long Ave., New Castle, Pa. 16101. 724-654-3437. www.newcastleplayhouse.org…. A Texas family meets for the imminent death of their father and the rebirth of the family spirit that results. Runs April 4-13. Directed by Paula Ferguson. Box office is open 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Monday-Friday. Performances: 7:30 p.m., Thursday, Friday, Saturday and 2 p.m., Sunday. Doors open one hour prior to the show. Adults, $19. Seniors (60 and older), $16. Veterans, $14. Youth (12 and under) $14.
Spring Skywatch. LIVE! Ward Beecher Planetarium, 100 Lincoln Ave., Youngstown 44555. Call 330-941-1370 for program information or visit www.wbplanetarium.org…. Doors open 30 minutes prior to shows. Seating is on a first-come, first-served basis. This live, traditional star program covers the current night sky, constellation lore and astronomical events. Programs occur Friday and Saturday. 8 p.m., April 4-5.
Youngstown Phantoms. Covelli Centre, 229 E. Front St., Youngstown 44503. 330-747-PUCK (7825). youngstownphantoms.com…. The Phantoms play the Green Bay Gamblers. 8:05 p.m., Friday, April 5. $25, $18, $16, $14.
Friday 4 | Music & Nightspots
Birdfish Brewing Co. 140 E. Park Ave., Columbiana 44408. 330-333-9385. birdfishbrew.com…. Analog Night with Jeff “Too Hip To Sip” Taylor. 7-9 p.m.
Cork & Cap Bottle Shop & Tastiing Room. 3225 Elm Road NE, Warren 44483. 330-372-2337. Mike G. 7 p.m.
El Cowboy. 1739 S. Raccoon Road, Suite 4, Austintown 44515. 330-953-2754.
Eighties tribute band. 9 p.m.
The New Manhattan. 7262 Hubbard-Masury Road, Hubbard 44425. 330-534-7890. D.J. Chris Lee. 8 p.m.
Up a Creek Saloon. 4793 E. Market St., Howland 44484. 330-856-5135. Along for the Ride. 7-10 p.m.
Westside Bowl. 2617 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown 44509. 330-792-7675. westsidebowl.com…. Mustard Mountain Moving Company, Shortt Stories, One Eye Daddys. 7-11 p.m. $10.
SATURDAY 5
Family Book Day: Fluffy Tails & and Magic Trails. Warren Library, 444 Mahoning Ave. NW, Warren 44483. www.wtcpl.org…. 330-399-8807. Annual Family Book Day celebrates books and reading. Features crafts, games, gaming, book giveaways, a visit from Bunnies in Baskets, a magic show, and an appearance from Katerina Kittycat from PBS Western Reserve. Food and beverages will be available from Little Red Food Truck (until 2:30 p.m.) and Traveler’s Coffee Co. 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Plantings for Pollinators. Brookfield Library, 7032 Grove St. 44403. 330-448-8134. www.wtcpl.org…. Learn about your home habitat in this series presented by Amy Reeher of Trumbull County Soil and Water Conservation District. Learn the basics for attracting butterflies, bees, and other beneficial insects. 11 a.m.
One World, One Sky: Big Bird’s Adventure. LIVE! Ward Beecher Planetarium, 100 Lincoln Ave., Youngstown 44555. Call 330-941-1370 for program information or visit www.wbplanetarium.org…. Doors open 30 minutes prior to shows. Seating is on a first-come, first-served basis. This family program begins on Sesame Street when Elmo’s friend Hu Hu Zhu visits from China. Big Bird, Elmo, and Hu Hu Zhu take viewers on a discovery of the sun, moon and stars as they learn about the Big Dipper and the North Star and take an imaginary trip to the moon. 2 p.m., Saturday, April 5, 12, 19.
Daddy’s Dyin’ Who’s Got the Will? New Castle Playhouse. 212 E. Long Ave., New Castle, Pa. 16101. 724-654-3437. www.newcastleplayhouse.org…. A Texas family meets for the imminent death of their father and the rebirth of the family spirit that results. Runs April 4-13. Directed by Paula Ferguson. Box office is open 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Monday-Friday. Performances: 7:30 p.m., Thursday, Friday, Saturday and 2 p.m., Sunday. Doors open one hour prior to the show. Adults, $19. Seniors (60 and older), $16. Veterans, $14. Youth (12 and under) $14.
[title of show]. University Theater, Spotlight Arena Theater, Bliss Hall. YSU, 547 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-941-3105. Ysu.tix.com…. A Tony-nominated musical that breaks the fourth wall. 7:30 p.m., Friday, April 4 and 11; Saturday, April 5 and 12; and Sunday, April 6 and 13. $18.50-6.50.
A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Kent State University at Trumbull Theatre. Technology Building, 4314 Mahoning Ave. NW. 44483. 330-675-8887. www.trumbull.kent.edu…. “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” will be performed in the Technology Building while the theater space undergoes repairs. The production will be directed by Peter Byrne. Box office: 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Tuesday-Thursday. The theater is under the direction of Eric S. Kildow, associate professor and program director. Shows are 7:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday and 2 p.m. on Sunday. April 4-5, 11-13. $10, $8, $6.
Spring Skywatch. LIVE! Ward Beecher Planetarium, 100 Lincoln Ave., Youngstown 44555. Call 330-941-1370 for program information or visit www.wbplanetarium.org…. Doors open 30 minutes prior to shows. Seating is on a first-come, first-served basis. This live, traditional star program covers the current night sky, constellation lore and astronomical events. Programs occur Friday and Saturday. 8 p.m., April 4-5.
Hard Days Night. Robins Theatre, 160 E. Market St., Warren 44481. 234-430-0005. robinstheatre.com…. Beatles tribute band. 8 p.m. $25.
Youngstown Phantoms. Covelli Centre, 229 E. Front St., Youngstown 44503. 330-747-PUCK (7825). youngstownphantoms.com…. The Phantoms play the Green Bay Gamblers. 7:05 p.m. $25, $18, $16, $14.
Saturday 5 | Music & Nightspots
Birdfish Brewing Co. 140 E. Park Ave., Columbiana 44408. 330-333-9385. birdfishbrew.com…. Andrew Slater and the Wickies. Folk rock trio featuring Andrew Slater, John Jerasa and Jesse DeLorenzo. 2-5 p.m.
Concerts at the Pavilion. The Property by Nova Destinations, 1474 state Route 208, Pulaski, Pa. 16143. My So Called ’90s Band. ’90s tribute band. Seating is limited. 6 p.m. $10.
Cork & Cap Bottle Shop & Tastiing Room. 3225 Elm Road NE, Warren 44483. 330-372-2337. Simon Kenneally. Live acoustic and electric guitar. Local singer/songwriter features classic rock and blues. 7 p.m.
Flying Pig Saloon. 175 N. Ellsworth Ave., Salem 44460. 330-337-9117. The Covers. 9 p.m.
The New Manhattan. 7262 Hubbard-Masury Road, Hubbard 44425. 330-534-7890. Sidlucid. 8 p.m.
Up a Creek Saloon. 4793 E. Market St., Howland 44484. 330-856-5135. Huckin Fillbillies. 7-11 p.m.
Westside Bowl. 2617 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown 44509. 330-792-7675. westsidebowl.com…. Emo Prom. Benefit for All About Dogs Rescue. 8-11 p.m. $10 (advance), $15 (at the door).
SUNDAY 6
Coffee With the Birds. Ford Nature Education Center, Mill Creek MetroParks, 840 Old Furnace Road, Youngstown 44511. 330-740-7107, extension129. www.mil…. Ages 12 and older can havey a cup of coffee, tea or hot chocolate. A park educator will help participants identify the birds in Nancy’s Nook. Registration required by April 4 (online or call). 8:30-9:30 a.m. $5.
Waterfowl Watch. Mill Creek Wildlife Sanctuary, 2650 W. Calla Road, Canfield 44406. 330-702-3000. www.mil…. Take a moderate 1-2 mile hike and learn about waterfowl and raptors that stop in the area while migrating. Call 330-740-7107, extension 129 to register by April 4. 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Daddy’s Dyin’ Who’s Got the Will? New Castle Playhouse. 212 E. Long Ave., New Castle, Pa. 16101. 724-654-3437. www.newcastleplayhouse.org…. A Texas family meets for the imminent death of their father and the rebirth of the family spirit that results. Runs April 4-13. Directed by Paula Ferguson. Box office is open 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Monday-Friday. Performances: 7:30 p.m., Thursday, Friday, Saturday and 2 p.m., Sunday. Doors open one hour prior to the show. Adults, $19. Seniors (60 and older), $16. Veterans, $14. Youth (12 and under) $14.
MONDAY 7
Monday FunDay. Lordstown Library, 1471 Salt Springs Road, Warren 44481. 330-824-2094. www.wtcpl.org…. Children ages 5-12 can create, discover, and experiment through science, art, stories, and more. Registration is required (online or call). 4:30 p.m.
Flute Ensemble Concert. Bliss Recital Hall, Bliss Hall, YSU, 547 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-941-3636. Presented by Dana School of Music. 7:30 p.m.
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