Youngstown Events | August 1-31, 2023 | Metro Monthly

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Youngstown Events | August 1-31, 2023 | Metro Monthly – Tell us about your event! We give priority to the greater Youngstown-Warren, Ohio area, Columbiana, and western Pennsylvania. Office: 330-259-0435.

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TUESDAY 1

Columbiana County Fair. 225 Lee Ave., Lisbon 44432. 330-424-5531. www.columbianacountyfair.com…. Features agricultural exhibits, livestock, food and family entertainment. July 31-Aug. 6. 

2023 Concerts in the Park. Austintown Township Park, 6000 Kirk Road, Austintown 44515. 330-793-0718. www.austintowntwp.com…. Jim Frank Combo. Polka, big band. 7-8:30 p.m.

WEDNESDAY 2

THURSDAY 3

2023 Summer Day Camp. Wick Park, 260 Park Ave., Youngstown 44504; 330-742-8711. Operates weekdays from mid-June to mid-August at select city park locations. Activities, sports, field trips, and free breakfast and lunch are offered in a safe, adult-supervised environment. For ages 5-17. Sponsored by the Youngstown Department of Parks & Recreation. Occurs through mid-August. Call or visit youngstownohio.gov… 

Pulaski Flea & Farmers Market. 8417 Mercer St., Pulaski, Pa. 16143. 724-598-7885. Email: mi*************@ve*****.net. Hosts a weekly farmers market. Thursdays. 6 a.m.-noon.

B&O Night Market. B&O Station, 530 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown 44502. 315-730-6753. Market contact: Adam Lee. Email: ad**@yo*****************.com. Twice-monthly farmers market offers fresh produce, baked goods, music, local art, and artisan goods. First and third Thursday. June through September. 4-8 p.m.

65th annual St. Patrick Church Festival. 357 N. Main St., Hubbard 44436. 330-534-1928. Features homemade parish food, games, rides, live entertainment and a basket auction. 6-11 p.m., Thursday, Aug. 3 (Music: RDNA). 6-11 p.m., Friday, Aug. 4 (Music: Hern Bros. Band). 5-11:30 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 5 (Music: Chris Higbee Band). 1-11 p.m., Sunday, Aug. 6 (Music: Del Sinchak Band). Aug. 3-6.

2023 Music in the Park Concert Series. Maag Outdoor Arts Theatre, Boardman Township Park, 375 Boardman-Poland Road, Boardman 44512. 330-726-8107. www.boardmanpark.com…. Girard Swingtime Band. 7-8:30 p.m. 

FRIDAY 4

37th annual Greater Youngstown Italian Fest. Central Square, downtown Youngstown 44503. 330-501-3171. www.youngstownitalianfest.org…. Festival showcases Italian-American heritage and culture through music, food, vendors and Italian games. The festival includes Italian Fest Man and Woman of the Year presentations, Miss Italian Fest Pageant, a homemade wine contest, hot peppers in oil contest, the awarding of Italian Fest scholarships, a Sunday Mass and procession, a morra tournament and other activities. The festival also offers a beer and wine tent. The Greater Youngstown Italian Fest is hosted by the Italian Heritage Foundation of Youngstown, Inc. 11 a.m.-11 p.m., Friday, Aug. 4; 1-11 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 5; 11 a.m.-11 p.m., Sunday, Aug. 6. Aug. 4-6.

Music & Nightspots

• Birdfish Brewing Co. 140 E. Park Ave., Columbiana 44408. 330-333-9385. Boozin’ & Groovin’. 7 p.m.
• Cafe 422. 4422 Youngstown Road SE, Warren 44484. 330-369-2422. Leather & Lace. Acoustic. 6:30-9:30 p.m.
• Cork & Cap. 3225 Elm Road NE, Warren 44483. 330-372-2337. Richie Wilkins Trio. 7 p.m.
• El Cowboy. 1739 S. Raccoon Road, Austintown 44515. 330-953-2754. Turbo Lovers, Lords of the Highway. 8 p.m.
• Steel Valley Brew Works. 7401 Market St., Boardman 44512. 330-207-9888. Madame Marlowe. 9 p.m.
• Westside Bowl. 2617 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown 44509. 330-792-7675. Sedona, Miranova, Home Run Hitter. 8 p.m.
• Youngstown Foundation Amphitheatre. 201 S. Phelps St., Youngstown 44503. Rick Springfield, The Hooters, Paul Young, Tommy Tutone. 7:30 p.m.

SATURDAY 5

African American Male Wellness Agency 10th Anniversary 5K Walk and Run. Covelli Centre, 229 Front St., Youngstown 44503. 330-746-5600. This event features a 5K walk and run, free health screenings, a children’s play area, food and music. Rev. Lewis Macklin is honorary chairman. 7 a.m.-noon.

9th annual Wings-n-Wheels. Youngstown-Warren Regional Airport, 1453 Youngstown Kingsville Road, Vienna 44473. 234-806-3008. www.erniehallaviationmuseum.org…. Wings-n-Wheels includes airplanes, vehicles, vendors, a trade show and items from the Ernie Hall Aviation Museum. Includes a fly-in and cruise-in. Proceeds benefit the Ernie Hall Aviation Museum, the Animal Welfare League of Trumbull County, hunger-relief efforts in Howland, and student scholarships. 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Aug. 5-6.

Warren Flea and Farmers Market. 428 Main Ave., S.W., Warren 44483. 330-399-8298. Features produce, meats, cheeses, baked goods, packaged items, food vendors and flea market items. Includes indoor and outdoor areas (pavilions and open air). Tuesday and Saturday. 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Fresh Marketplace @ New Wilmington Center. Chestnut and Vine streets, New Wilmington, Pa. 16142. nwfreshmarketplace.org…. Farmers market offers fresh, local farm produce and local craft products. Features fruits, vegetables, cheeses, flowers, organic eggs, honey, maple syrup, pasture-raised poultry, lamb, pork, and Angus beef. Artisan and specialty products include lotions, soaps, candles, and chocolates. Offers ready-to-eat meals. Markets include musicians, children’s activities, and yoga. Through September. 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Austintown Artisan Farmers Market. Pogany Pavilion, Austintown Township Park, 6000 Kirk Road, Austintown 44515. 330-398-6399. Facebook: Austintown Townships Farmers Market. Market coordinator: Stacey Lynn Willis. Email: St************@gm***.com. Features growers, fresh flowers/plants, food and dessert trucks, homemade baked goods and candies (some gluten and sugar free), occasional music, children’s crafts and story times, adult crafts, and featured events throughout summer. First and third Saturday. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. 

Howland Farmers’ Market. Richard E. Orwig Park, 8189 E. Market St., Howland 44484. 330-856-3461. Market manager: Aubrie Manley. ​Email: Fa***********@ho*************.Features fruits and vegetables from local and regional growers, homemade jams, honey, eggs, grass-fed meats, baked goods, specialty products and live music. Accepts SNAP, Produce Perks, WIC, and the Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Programs. Offers cooking demos, and yoga. 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Saturday. Through Oct. 14.

Northside Farmers’ Market. 832 Elm St., Youngstown 44505. 330-518-6971. Occurs on Elm Street (north of Youngstown State and south of Wick Park). Features regional produce by primary producers and local vendors. Offers preserves, eggs, honey, pickles, sauces, plants, food, fair-trade coffee, and baked goods. 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

Computer Basics Class. Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. This beginner’s class will cover identifying parts of the computer, using the keyboard and mouse, plus simple Internet use. Registration is required. 10 a.m.-noon.

Haymaker Farmers’ Market. Downtown Kent and Franklin Avenue (between Main and Summit streets under the Haymaker overpass),Kent 44240. www.haymakermarket.com…. Email: in**@ha************.com. Features 50 local and regional producers. Offers artisan baked goods; certified-organic produce; cheese; coffees, teas and seasoning mixes; eggs; fresh-cut flowers; honey; jams, jellies, and spreads;  mushrooms; soaps; maple syrup; microgreens and hydroponic lettuces; non-GMO heirloom seeds; pasture-raised, hormone/antibiotic free meats; and pet treats. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday (April through October), 10 a.m.-1 p.m. (November).

Sweet Corn Festival at Countryside Farm. Countryside Farm Market, 4684 Center Road Lowellville 44436. 330-536-2178. This inaugural event heralds the arrival of the local sweet corn season in Ohio. The festival features a corn-shucking contest, corn hole, music, vendors, food trucks and lots of corn. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. 

Music & Nightspots

• Birdfish Brewing Co. 140 E. Park Ave., Columbiana 44408. 330-333-9385. Mike Sopko Duo with Troy Kunkler. 2-5 p.m.
• Firestone Farms. 101 Town Center Ave., Columbiana 44408. The Conkle16: The Conkle Brothers, On The Rocks, Brent Bregar and the Lucky Nothings, Leo D’Angelo, Ohayo, and Jack and the Cadavers. 6-9 p.m.
• JR’z Pub. 1722 S. Raccoon Road, Austintown 44515. 330-953-1559. Triple Threat. 8-11 p.m.
• Quaker, Steak and Lube/Sharon. 101 Chestnut Ave., Sharon 16146. 724-981-9464. Max Schang (solo) at the Sharon Farmers Market. 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
• River Rock at the Amp. 321 Mahoning Ave. NW, Warren 44483. Forever Seger: The Silver Bullet Experience Tribute to Bob Seger and Back Traxx. 5 p.m.
• Steel Valley Brew Works. 7401 Market St., Boardman 44512. 330-207-9888. Paige Marie Band. 9 p.m.-midnight.
• Steve’s Backroad Bar & Grill. 2855 Highland Ave. SW, Warren 44481. 234-806-4081. Neil Hogue. 7-10 p.m.
• Westside Bowl. 2617 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown 44509. 330-792-7675. Kitchen Knife Conspiracy, ALBUM, rebreather, Trephine, Mulciber, Self Inflicted, LibCor, Bleed the Victim, Defiant. 7 p.m.
• YSU’s Cliffe College of Creative Arts. 547 Wick Ave., Bliss Hall, One University Plaza, Youngstown 44555. 330-941-3625. Tony Leonardi Legacy Alumni Reunion Tribute Concert. 7:30 p.m.

SUNDAY 6

Four Seasons Flea & Farm Market. 3000 McCartney Road, Youngstown 44505. 330-744-5050. Large market (indoor and outdoor) offers fresh produce, baked goods, cheeses, health and beauty items, maple syrup, jams and jellies, packaged goods, meats, prepared foods, food vendors, and flea market items. The indoor space is 88,000 square feet. The lot area covers 22 acres. Open Wednesday and Sunday. 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. 

44th annual Cars in the Park Car Show and Flea Market. Lariccia Family Community Family Center, Boardman Township Park, 375 Boardman-Poland Road, Boardman 44512. 330-965-0482, 330-518-9338. Presented by the Mahoning Valley Olde Car Club. This annual car show features door prizes, trophies, dash plaques, an auction, food, and a Kids’ Korner. 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

Chardon Square Arts Festival. Chardon Square, 100 Short Court St., Chardon 44024. in**@ch**********************.org. This juried, outdoor show will feature over 100 artists in a park like-setting. Works include painting, stained glass, leather, fabric art, wood carving, pottery, photography, weaving, copper, jewelry, stone cutting and more. Also includes food. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

W.D. Packard Band Concert. W.D. Packard Music Hall Concert Shell and Lawn, 1703 Mahoning Ave N.W., Warren 44483. 330-393-3628. WDPackardBand.com…. The W.D. Packard Band presents free concerts to the community throughout the year. Summer concerts are performed outdoors on the South Lawn Packard Music Hall. Doors open one hour before the show. 7 p.m.

MONDAY 7

Canfield Summer Concert Series on the Green. Canfield Village Green, Canfield 44406. 330-533-1101. Girard Swingtime Big Band. 7-8:30 p.m.

TUESDAY 8

Tomato and Cheddar Pie. Culinary Literacy Center, Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org……. Learn how to make a savory pie with a buttermilk biscuit crust, fresh tomatoes and sharp cheddar. Participants will make a mini pie to take home and bake. Bring a box or other container. Registration required. 1-3 p.m.

Warren Farmers’ Market. Perkins Park (near the Kinsman House), 303 Mahoning Court N.W., Warren 44481. 330-307-2899. Email: se*****@tn*******.org.  Offers fresh and locally grown produce, specialty items, nutrition education and yoga. Accepts credit and debit cards and the Ohio Direction Card/SNAP (food-assistance benefits EBT card). Tuesdays through Oct 3. 3-6 p.m.

2023 Concerts in the Park. Austintown Township Park, 6000 Kirk Road, Austintown 44515. 330-793-0718. www.austintowntwp.com…. Vintage Vinyl. Oldies. 7-8:30 p.m.

WEDNESDAY 9

Recreational Hikes. Newport Wetlands parking lot, West Newport Drive, Mill Creek MetroParks, Boardman 44512. 330-740-7114. www.mil…. Meet for a moderate, 1-3 mile hike. Volunteer-led hikes focusing on exercising in the outdoors. Call for details. 9-10 a.m.

THURSDAY 10

38th annual Warren Italian-American Heritage Festival. Courthouse Square, 161 High St., Warren 44481. 330-550-7877. This annual festival celebrates Italian heritage and culture with food, music, vendors, cultural and heritage displays, bocce and morra. Aug. 10-13. 

Grove City Market in the Park. Memorial 1010 West Main St., Grove City, Pa. 16127. 412-302-2121. Facebook: OTGCFarmMarket. Market contact: Cheri Heeter. Farmers market features local and regional producers. Offers natural and organic fruits and vegetables, meats, herbs, milk, cheese, coffee, baked goods, and homemade items. 3-6 p.m., Thursday. Through Oct. 26.

Co-Ed 3v3 Soccer League. Wick Recreation Area, Mill Creek MetroParks, 1861 McCollum Road, Youngstown 44509. 330-740-7114. Consists of a five-week season where teams play double headers for four weeks with a one week post season. For adults 18 and older and 16 and older with parent/guardian consent. Call for details. 6-9 p.m., Thursday, Aug. 10-Sept. 7. $50/resident; $60/nonresident. 

Selling on eBay. Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Learn how to sell items on eBay. Prior attendance in the eBay Basics program is recommended. Registration opened at noon on June 29. 6-7:15 p.m.

2023 Music in the Park Concert Series. Maag Outdoor Arts Theatre, Boardman Township Park, 375 Boardman-Poland Road, Boardman 44512. 330-726-8107. www.boardmanpark.com…. John Reese Trio. 7-8:30 p.m. 

FRIDAY 11

Rockabilly Ruckus. Trumbull County Fairgrounds, 899 Everett Hull Road, Cortland 44410. rockabillyruckus.com…. The Mighty Flea Circus will present this fifties-inspired event, which features classic cars, contests, food, and rockabilly music. Activities include a pinup girl contest, a junior greaser contest, vintage fashion show, panel jam charity auction, and a kids tent with hot wheels track. Children 10 and under admitted free. Noon-8 p.m., Friday, Aug. 11; 9 a.m.-8 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 12; 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Sunday, Aug. 13. Presale: day, $15; weekend, $30. At the gate: day, $20; weekend, $40.

12th annual Science of Brewing. OH WOW! The Roger & Gloria Jones Children’s Center for Science & Technology, 15 Central Square, first floor, Youngstown 44503. ohwowkids.org…. 330-744-5914. This adults-only event will include live entertainment; wine, beer, and spirit tastes; hands-on interactive exhibits; and a silent auction. Participating vendors and musical entertainment will be confirmed at a later date. Early, advance tickets are $60. 6-9 p.m. $75.

Music & Nightspots

• Birdfish Brewing Co. 140 E. Park Ave., Columbiana 44408. 330-333-9385. Boozin’ & Groovin’. 7-9 p.m.
• BB Rooners. 256 E. State St., Salem 44460. 330-337-0001. 1264 Band. 9 p.m.
• Cork & Cap. 3225 Elm Road NE, Warren 44483. 330-372-2337. Mike G. 7 p.m.
• Downtown Salem: 6th Freed Fest 2023. Performances occur on two stages and in downtown businesses and bars. Features regional and national musicians and artists. freedfest.com….
• Double Bogeys. 7401 Market St., Boardman 44512. 330-302-2399. The Breakups. Rock, roots, country blues. 8-11 p.m.
• Flying Pig Saloon. 175 N. Ellsworth Ave., Salem 44460. 330-337-9117. Andy Timko, Country. 9 p.m.
• The Horse Shoe Bar. 206 E. Market St., Warren 44481. 330-395-7463. Matt Skeen. Acoustic. 8-11 p.m.
• Liebe Wein. 530 E. State St., Salem 44460. 330-831-7081. The Richie Wilkins Trio. 7 p.m.
• Penguin City. 460 E. Federal St., Youngstown 44503. 330-755-0709. Youngstown Original Music Night: Riley Burke Band, 8-8:45 p.m.; Madame Marlowe, 9-9:45 p.m.; The Smokey Honey Bluesband, 10-10:45 p.m.; Velvet Gentlemen, 11-11:45 p.m. $5.
• Steel Valley Brew Works. 7401 Market St., Boardman 44512. 330-207-9888. The Band Hannah. 9 p.m.-midnight.
• Westside Bowl. 2617 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown 44509. 330-792-7675. Brotality, Inherently Lost, The Pugilist, Meteor Police. 8 p.m. Saint James and The Apostles, Napsack, Fear of Work. 8 p.m. 

SATURDAY 12

Music & Nightspots

• Avalon Grand Resort. 9519 E. Market St., Howland 44484. 330-539-5008. Qwister. 7-10 p.m.
• Birdfish Brewing Co. 140 E. Park Ave., Columbiana 44408. 330-333-9385. Rolling Boxcar International. 2-5 p.m.
• Crickets Bar and Grill. 1733 E. Midlothian Blvd., Youngstown 44502. 330-788-0028. The M-80s. New Wave retro. 8-11 p.m. 
• Firestone Farms. 101 Town Center Ave., Columbiana 44408. The Wrangler Band. -9 p.m.
• Robins Theatre. 160 E. Market St., Warren 44481. 234-437-6246. Lorrie Morgan. Country. 8 p.m.
• Steel Valley Brew Works. 7401 Market St., Boardman 44512. 330-207-9888. Scott Gearheart. 9 p.m.-midnight.
• Westside Bowl. 2617 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown 44509. 330-792-7675. Public Squares, Fuzzy Vandelay, Rabbit Dog, Neon Tiger. 8 p.m. The Clergy Presents The 330 Leo Show. 8 p.m.

SUNDAY 13

MetroCyclers: Bike Lake Newport to Suspension Bridge and E. Lake Newport Hike and Bike Trail. Newport Wetlands Parking Lot, Mill Creek MetroParks, Boardman 44512. 330-740-7114. www.mil…. Meets at the Lake Newport Wetlands Parking Lot for a bike ride along West Lake Newport to the Silver Bridge and back on the East Newport Hike and Bike Trail. 10-12 miles, moderately difficult with hills. Members/free; nonmembers/$10. 1 p.m.

MONDAY 14

Microsoft Word Class 1. Austintown Library, 600 S. Raccoon Road 44515. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org….  Learn the basic skills of Microsoft Word. Some basic computer skills are required. Class will soon be followed by Microsoft Word Class 2. Registration opened at noon on July 3. 10-11 a.m.

Basketball Camp. Gymnasium, JCC of Youngstown, 505 Gypsy Lane, Youngstown 44504. 330-746-3251. www.jccyoungstown.org…. This five-day program will help elevate your basketball skill set. This clinic is designed for intermediate to advanced players. Register by Monday, Aug. 7. The Basketball Camp offers three age brackets:  (ages 7-9) 9:45-11 a.m.; (ages 10-12) 11:15 a.m.-12:30 p.m.;  and (ages 13-15) 12:45-2 p.m. $37/member, $50/nonmember. Aug. 14-18.

Canfield Summer Concert Series on the Green. Canfield Village Green, Canfield 44406. 330-533-1101. John Reese Trio. 7-8:30 p.m.

TUESDAY 15

2023 Concerts in the Park. Austintown Township Park, 6000 Kirk Road, Austintown 44515. 330-793-0718. www.austintowntwp.com…. The Wrangler Band. Country, classic rock. 7-8:30 p.m.

WEDNESDAY 16

Mindful Meandering: “Forest Bathing” Hike. McGuffey Wildlife Preserve, 4448 McGuffey Road, Lowellville 44436. 330-740-7107, ext. 129. Join a MetroParks educator on a peaceful meander. Learn new ways to tap into your senses and reconnect with nature using Japanese forest bathing principles. This does not include actual bathing, just appreciating nature from a different perspective. Hike will be no longer than 1-mile. Dress for the weather. There are no restroom facilities at this location. Register online by Aug. 14 or call. No walk-ins. No pets. 6-7 p.m.

THURSDAY 17

Brier Hill Italian Fest. Calvin and Victoria streets, Youngstown 44510. 330-501-6060. The annual Brier Hill Italian Fest occurs in Brier Hill on Youngstown’s North Side. Features food, music, vendors, bocce and Italian heritage and culture. 4 p.m.-midnight, Thursday, Aug. 17 and Friday, Aug. 18; 2 p.m.-midnight, Saturday, Aug. 19; and 1 p.m.-midnight,Sunday, Aug. 20. Aug. 17-20.

Glendi – St. John’s Summer Greek Festival. St. John the Forerunner Greek Orthodox Church, 4955 Glenwood Ave., Boardman 44512. 330-788-5257. Annual festival celebrates Greek food, music, heritage and culture. Food includes lamb, gyros, grape leaves, homemade pastries and other Greek specialties. Includes Greek music. Aug. 17-20.

2023 Music in the Park Concert Series. Maag Outdoor Arts Theatre, Boardman Township Park, 375 Boardman-Poland Road, Boardman 44512. 330-726-8107. www.boardmanpark.com…. Dueling Pianos. 7-8:30 p.m.

FRIDAY 18

Wetland Wandering. East Newport Boat Launch, East Newport Drive, Mill Creek MetroParks, Boardman 44512. 330-740-7107, ext. 129. www.mil….Experience a MetroParks educator-guided paddle on Lake Newport. Kayaking this way allows you to explore the wetlands and take in the views of wildlife from the water. For adults 18 and older. BYOK (Bring Your Own Kayak). Participants muse arrive early to fill out waivers and unload equipment. Participants must wear a personal-flotation device and should wear clothes that can get wet. Registration required. Register/pay online by Aug. 16 or call. No walk-ins. 5:30-7:30 p.m. $5 per person. 

Music & Nightspots

• Cork & Cap. 3225 Elm Road NE, Warren 44483. 330-372-2337. Andrew Slater Duo. Features storytelling about relationships, anxiety, and hope. 7 p.m.
• Flying Pig Saloon. 175 N. Ellsworth Ave., Salem 44460. 330-337-9117. Wrong Turn. 9 p.m.-midnight.
• Steel Valley Brew Works. 7401 Market St., Boardman 44512. 330-207-9888. ’80s Proof. 9 p.m.-midnight.

SATURDAY 19

Internet Basics Class. Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Learn about search engines, the internet, and navigating websites. Registration opened at noon on July 8. 10 a.m.-noon.

2023 Highland Square PorchRokr Festival. Highland Square Akron 44303. porchrokr.org…. PorchRokr transforms historic Highland Square porches into one-day art studios and concert venues. The event features nearly 150 local musicians, bands and artists. 11 a.m.-8 p.m.

Music & Nightspots

• Birdfish Brewing Co. 140 E. Park Ave., Columbiana 44408. 330-333-9385. Classical violist and singer-songwriter Caitlin Hedge performs with jazz guitarist Dave Lynn. Music inspired by Celtic, Appalachian folk, and Mozart. 2-5 p.m.
• Deer Creek Winery. 3333 Soap Fat Road, Shippenville, Pa. 16254. 814-354-7392. Uncharted Course. 6:30-9:30 p.m.
• Firestone Farms. 101 Town Center Ave., Columbiana 44408. Cheeseburgers in Paradise: Jimmy Buffett tribute. 6:30-9:30 p.m.
• The New Manhattan. 7262 Hubbard Masury Road, Hubbard. 330-534-7890. Mane Atraxion. 1980s hard rock tribute. 8-11 p.m.
• River Rock at the Amp. 321 Mahoning Ave. NW, Warren 44483. No Fences: Garth Brooks tribute. Chris Higbee. 5 p.m.
• Robins Theatre. 160 E. Market St., Warren 44481. 234-437-6246. Dickey Betts presents Great Southern. 8 p.m.
• Steel Valley Brew Works. 7401 Market St., Boardman 44512. 330-207-9888. Risk Factor. 9 p.m.-midnight.
• Westside Bowl. 2617 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown 44509. 330-792-7675. Starletta, Ravine, Austin and the Powers, and Among Loyals. 9 p.m.-midnight.

SUNDAY 20

Yoga Basics Course. Radius Program Classroom, Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek MetroParks, 123 McKinley Ave., Youngstown 44509. 330-740-7116, extension 230.  www.mil….Features gentle, but thorough, classes guided by instructor Karres Cvetkovich. This is an eight-week course. Weather permitting, the class meets outdoors in the gazebo. Register online or call 330-740-7116, ext. 230. $96. 8-9:15 a.m., Sunday, Aug. 20-Oct. 8.

Car Show and Rib Cook Off. Christ Episcopal Church, 2627 Atlantic St. NE, Warren 44483. 330-372-4998. se*******@ch****************.org. The car show and rib cook off is an inaugural event. 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

15th annual Hot Air Balloon Fest. Mastropietro Winery, 14558 Ellsworth Road, Berlin Center 44401. 330-547-2151 and 330-770-9372. mastropietrowinery.com….The festival features food trucks, craft vendors, face painting, and live music. Balloon launch is set for between 5:30 and 6:30 p.m. and determined by the Federal Aviation Administration. Noon-9 p.m. $10 per person. Children under 10 free.

W.D. Packard Band Concert. W.D. Packard Music Hall Concert Shell and Lawn, 1703 Mahoning Ave N.W., Warren 44483. 330-393-3628. WDPackardBand.com…. The W.D. Packard Band presents free concerts to the community throughout the year. Summer concerts are performed outdoors on the South Lawn Packard Music Hall. Doors open one hour before the show. 7 p.m.

MONDAY 21

Archery Camp. Archery Range, Mill Creek MetroParks Farm, 7574 Columbiana-Canfield Road, Canfield 44406. 330-740-7114. For teens. Register online, in-person, or by phone. $50/resident, $60/nonresident. 6-7:30 p.m., Aug. 21-23.

Canfield Summer Concert Series on the Green. Canfield Village Green, Canfield 44406. 330-533-1101. Uptown. 7-8:30 p.m. 

TUESDAY 22

Tech Tuesday: Basic Computer. Brownlee Woods Library, 4010 Sheridan Road, Youngstown 44514. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Enhance your knowledge of technology in this monthly computer lab. Learn very basic computer skills. Occurs every fourth Tuesday. Registration is required. 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Homemade Fast Food – Fish Tacos. Culinary Literacy Center, Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org……. Learn how to make quick and delicious meals at home. Registration required. Noon-1:30 p.m. 

Yoga Basics Course. Kidston Pavilion, Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek MetroParks, 123 McKinley Ave., Youngstown 44509. 330-740-7116, extension 230. www.mil…. Release physical and mental tensions while gradually improving strength and flexibility. Classes are taught by instructor Karres Cvetkovich. Register online or call. This is a six-week course. $72. 6-7:15 p.m., Tuesday, Aug. 22-Sept. 26.

2023 Concerts in the Park. Austintown Township Park, 6000 Kirk Road, Austintown 44515. 330-793-0718. www.austintowntwp.com…. Border Ride. Bluegrass. 7-8:30 p.m.

WEDNESDAY 23

Recreational Hikes. Scholl Recreation Area, Mill Creek MetroParks, Youngstown. 330-740-7114. www.mil….Easy, 1-3 mile, volunteer-led hikes focus on exercising in the outdoors. Call WRA 330-740-7114 for details. 9-10 a.m.

Learn Microsoft PowerPoint. Canfield Library, 43 W. Main St. 44406. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Learn how to create a presentation using Microsoft PowerPoint. The class covers the basics of creating a slideshow for professional presentations. Some computer skills required. Registration opened at noon on July 12. 5:30-6:30 p.m.

THURSDAY 24

Hike With a Geologist: Cohasset Loop. Ford Nature Center, Mill Creek MetroParks, 840 Old Furnace Road, Youngstown 44511.  330-740-7107, extension 129. www.mil…. Join a MetroParks educator in an exploration of the geology of Lake Cohasset. The group will hike the Cohasset Loop trails and decipher the geologic story and past environments that shaped the area. Approximately 2.75 miles, moderate difficulty with slight grades. Wear sturdy shoes (no flip-flops). Registration required. Register online by Aug. 22 or call. No walk-ins. No pets. 9-11:30 a.m.

FRIDAY 25

Stepping Out with Healthy Cooking – Stir Friday. Culinary Literacy Center, Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org……. Stir-fry a chicken-and-vegetable dish, receive recipes, a container to take your food home. Presented by Mercy Health Community Health Educator Jessica Romeo. Registration required. 1 p.m.

Music & Nightspots

• Birdfish Brewing Co. 140 E. Park Ave., Columbiana 44408. 330-333-9385. Boozin’ & Groovin’. 7 p.m.
• Liebe Wein. 530 E. State St., Salem 44460. 330- 831-7081. Strums and Drums. 8-11 p.m.
• Steel Valley Brew Works. 7401 Market St., Boardman 44512. 330-207-9888. RDNA. 9 p.m.-midnight.
• Westside Bowl. 2617 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown 44509. 330-792-7675. Boy Band Night – a Benefit for All About the Pawz Dog Rescue. 8 p.m. Samuel S.C., Continuals, The Damnits, Feral Vices. 8 p.m.

SATURDAY 26

Discovering Mill Creek 10 & 5-Miler. Ford Nature Center parking lot, Mill Creek MetroParks, 840 Old Furnace Road, Youngstown 44511.330-740-7107, extension 129. www.mil….Wear your most comfortable hiking shoes for a 10-mile hike starting at the Ford Nature Center and traveling around Lake Cohasset, Lanterman’s Gorge, and Lake Newport. (A 5-mile option turning around at Lanterman’s Mill will be available for those interested in a shorter hike). Difficult due to distance and terrain. Registration required. Register/pay online by Aug. 24 or call 330-740-7107, ext. 129. No walk-ins. $3. 8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

Corvette & Classics Car Show. National Packard Museum, 1899 Mahoning Ave., Warren. 330-394-1899. Na******@Pa***********.org. Presented by the National Packard Museum and the Mahoning Valley Corvette Cluband sponsored by Diane Sauer Chevrolet. 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

Volunteer Emergency Communications: Amateur Radio. Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Leaders from the Amateur Radio Emergency Service, American Red Cross, and Skywarn (Severe Weather Spotting) will lead the program. Learn how to get involved local voluntary emergency communications networks. Registration opened at noon on June 27. 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

Fair Haven Farms 3rd annual Sunflower Festival. Fair Haven Farms. 206 Lee Road, Grove City, Pa. 16127. 412-848-3501. fairhavenfarms.net…. Features craft vendors, hay rides, food, corn hole, animals, and sunflowers. Organizers say the event will provide lots of photo ops. Sunflowers are $2 per stem. 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Aug. 26-27. $10 per person (2 years and older).

Music & Nightspots

• Birdfish Brewing Co. 140 E. Park Ave., Columbiana 44408. 330-333-9385. Michael and Emily Estok. 2-5 p.m. The Labra Brothers. 6-9 p.m.
• Firestone Farms. 101 Town Center Ave., Columbiana 44408. E5C4P3. Journey tribute band. 6:30-9:30 p.m.
• The New Manhattan. 7262 Hubbard Masury Road, Hubbard. 330-534-7890. Relapse. 9 p.m.
• River Rock at the Amp. 321 Mahoning Ave. NW, Warren 44483. ZOSO: Led Zeppelin tribute band. Harvest: Neil Young electric and acoustic tribute band. 5 p.m.
• Steel Valley Brew Works, 7401 Market St., Boardman 44512. 330-207-9888. Random Strangers. 9 p.m.-midnight.
• Western Reserve Park. 10580 W. Western Reserve Road, Canfield 44406. 330-533-5274. Scyoc Strong Cancer Benefit featuring Wrong Turn Band. 5-9 p.m.
• Westside Bowl. 2617 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown 44509. 330-792-7675. Idiot Box: Incubus tribute. Pink Maggit: Deftones tribute. The Undone. 8 p.m. Girl Cologne, Negative Zen, Riley Burke. 8 p.m.

SUNDAY 27

MONDAY 28

13th annual Panerathon. Covelli Centre, 229 E. Front St., Youngstown 44503. This 10K/2 Mile Walk/Run benefits the Joanie Abdu Comprehensive Breast Care Center. All proceeds benefit Mercy Health Foundation Mahoning Valley in support of the life-saving services at Joanie Abdu. Registration starts 8 a.m. 10 a.m.

National Peach Month – Grilled Peaches with Whipped Cheese. Culinary Literacy Center, Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org……. Prepare grilled peaches with whipped cheese. Led by Mercy Health Community Health Educator Jessica Romeo. Registration required. 5:30-7:30 p.m.

TUESDAY 29

Seed to Table – Dill. Culinary Literacy Center, Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org……. Learn how to grow and harvest dill. The group will also make a jar of refrigerator garlic dill pickles to take home. Participants must bring a clean half-pint jar and a lid to class. Registration required. 5:30-7:30 p.m., Tuesday, Aug. 29 or noon-1:30 p.m., Wednesday, Aug. 30. 

2023 Concerts in the Park. Austintown Township Park, 6000 Kirk Road, Austintown 44515. 330-793-0718. www.austintowntwp.com…. Blue Siren. Country, classic rock. 7-8:30 p.m.

WEDNESDAY 30

August Full Moon Hike. Newport Wetlands parking lot, Mill Creek MetroParks, Boardman 44512. 330-740-7107, ext. 129. www.mil…. Join MetroParks educators for a hike under a full moon. Meet at the Newport Wetlands parking lot. Includes a moderately challenging 3-mile hike. Register/pay online by Aug. 28 or call 330-740-7107, ext. 129. No walk-ins. No pets. $3. 9-10:30 p.m.

177th Canfield Fair. 7265 Columbiana-Canfield Road, Canfield 44406. Massive county fair offers agricultural and livestock exhibits, rides, music, food, crafts, displays and entertainment. Musical acts include country singer Koe Wetzel (Sept. 3) and R&B group Boyz II Men (Sept. 4). Aug. 30-Sept. 4.

Seed to Table – Dill. Culinary Literacy Center, Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org……. Learn how to grow and harvest dill. The group will also make a jar of refrigerator garlic dill pickles to take home. Participants must bring a clean half-pint jar and a lid to class. Registration required. 5:30-7:30 p.m., Tuesday, Aug. 29 or noon-1:30 p.m., Wednesday, Aug. 30.

THURSDAY 31

177th Canfield Fair. 7265 Columbiana-Canfield Road, Canfield 44406. Massive county fair offers agricultural and livestock exhibits, rides, music, food, crafts, displays and entertainment. Musical acts include country singer Koe Wetzel (Sept. 3) and R&B group Boyz II Men (Sept. 4). Aug. 30-Sept. 4.

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