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Youngstown Events – June 1-30, 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.

Regional farmers markets offer produce, baked goods, activities, music
Fresh Marketplace @ New Wilmington Center. Chestnut and Vine streets, New Wilmington, Pa. 16142. Features fruits, vegetables, pasture-raised poultry, lamb, pork and Angus beef, organic eggs, cheeses, and flowers; local-artisan items, including lotions, soaps, candles, and chocolates; honey and maple syrup and maple candies; ready-to-eat meals. Markets feature musicians, children’s activities and yoga. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. on Saturdays.

Youngstown Events | June 1-7, 2023 | Find things to do in Youngstown and Warren, Ohio. Festivals, concerts, Mill Creek Park, and more. Find something to do this weekend. Office: 330-259-0435.

Thursday 1

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 mid-June through mid-August. Call or visit youngstownohio.gov… Free. 

Pulaski Flea & Farmers Market. 8417 Mercer St., Pulaski, Pa. 16143. 724-598-7885. Email:

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. 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:

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. Twice-monthly farmers market offers fresh produce, baked goods, music, local art, and artisan goods. Occurs the first and third Thursday. June through September. 4-8 p.m.

Friday 2

Trumbull County African American Achievers Association Heritage Festival. Courthouse Square Park, 161 High St. N.W., Warren 44481. Email:

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. This annual festival celebrates African American heritage and culture. The three-day event includes African vendors, food trucks, a parade (Saturday), a Sunday gospel program, live music (Warren Community Amphitheatre) and disc jockeys. 11 a.m.-9 p.m., June 2-4. 

Premier Bank Community Event Series. Youngstown Foundation Amphitheatre, 201 S. Phelps St., Youngstown 44503. 330-746-5600. theyoungstownfoundationamp.com…. Tonight: Relapse. 6:30 p.m.

Donnie Baker. Robins Theatre, 160 E. Market St., Warren 44481. 234-437-6246,

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. Comedian Donnie Baker hails from “The Bob & Tom Radio Show.” 8 p.m. $28, $20.

Music & Nightspots

  • Birdfish Brewing Co. Boozin’ and Groovin’. 7 p.m.
  • Vey’s Pub and Grille. Matt Skeen. 7 p.m.
  • Westside Bowl. A Deer A Horse, Hands Up Who Wants To Die, Rebreather, Papers. 8 p.m.

Saturday 3

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. May 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:

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. 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. Occurs the 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:

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 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. June 3 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.

Haymaker Farmers’ Market. Downtown Kent and Franklin Avenue (between Main and Summit streets under the Haymaker overpass),Kent 44240. www.haymakermarket.com…. Email:

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. 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). 

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.

6th Annual Car Show. New Castle School of Trades, 4117 Pulaski Road, New Castle, Pa. 16101 www.ncstrades.edu…. Bill Grandy, 724-977-3541 or Phil Riggs, 724-290-3870. Occurs on the New Castle School of Trades campus. There is a $5 registration for participating cars. Proceeds benefit a military-related charity. Includes tool and food vendors. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Free.

Main Street Kent Art & Wine Festival. N. Water Street, downtown Kent 44240. mainstreetkent.org…. The Art & Wine Festival is presented by Hometown Bank, The Portager and Acorn Alley. Features Ohio wineries, local artists, live music, and food trucks. Occurs on N. Water Street from the Hometown Bank Plaza to Portage Street. 11 a.m.-8 p.m.

Croatian Festival. Strossmayer Croatian Picnic Grounds, 4202 Smith Stewart Road, Vienna 44473. 330-507-6660. Features roast lamb, haluski, sarma (Croatian stuffed cabbage), strudel, burek (filled pastries), a cookie bakeoff, live music, dancing and folk group performances. Lamb and pork (roasted on a spit) will be available by preorder only. Order by May 26. Noon-8 p.m. $8 entrance fee, 12 and under free.

Youngstown Events – Museums & Galleries – June 2023
Opening: ‘Flow.’ The 2023 YSU Alumni Exhibition. June 3-July 15 at the McDonough Museum of Art. Opening reception: 5-7 p.m., June 3.(McDonough Museum of Art)

Opening Reception: Flow. McDonough Museum of Art. 525 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44502. 330-941-1400. ysu.edu… museum on the campus of Youngstown State University features changing exhibits, lectures, and musical performances. Opening: “Flow.” The 2023 YSU Alumni Exhibition. June 3-July 15. Opening reception: 5-7 p.m., June 3.

Music & Nightspots

  • Birdfish Brewing Co. Rubik’s Cube. 2 p.m.
  • Birdfish Brewing Co. Radio Lark. 6 p.m.
  • Cedars West End. Negative Zen, Nineteenth Paradise, Currents Collide.9:30 p.m.
  • JR’z Pub. Rust Belt Revival. 8 p.m.
  • Sam’s Wedge Inn. Paul Charles. Acoustic blues country. 9 p.m.

Sunday 4

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. 

Mammal March. Ford Nature Center, Mill Creek MetroParks, 840 Old Furnace Road, Youngstown 44511. 330-740-7116, extension 129. Join a Park educator as the group discovers the mammals of Mill Creek MetroParks. The hike will explore their habitats and behaviors in an engaging and informative hike. Moderately challenging 3-mile hike. Wear boots. Dress for the weather. No walk-ins, no pets. Registration required. Register by June 2, online or call. 1-3 p.m.

The Jordan Ballet presents “Journey Through America.” Robins Theatre, 160 E. Market St., Warren 44481. 234-437-6246,

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. Features performances choreographed to “America the Beautiful,” “Stars and Stripes Forever,” “The 1812 Overture,” George Gershwin, and Scott Joplin. 2 p.m. $25-$18.

W.D. Packard Band Concerts. W.D. Packard Music Hall, 1703 Mahoning Ave N.W., Warren 44483. 330-393-3628. WDPackardBand.com…. Concerts occur on the South Lawn. Doors open one hour before the concert. 7 p.m.

Monday 5

Canfield Summer Concert Series on the Green. Canfield Village Green, Canfield 44406. 330-533-1101. Tonight: Canfield Community Band. Concerts occur from 7-8:30 p.m.

Marcus King with special guest Myron Elkins. W.D. Packard Music Hall, 1704 Mahoning Ave., N.W., Warren 44483. 800-745-3000. www.packardmusichall.com… and ticketmaster.com…. 8 p.m. $75-$35. Ticket prices increase $5 the day of show.

Tuesday 6

SMARTSOASIS: SMARTS’ Summer 2023 Workshops. SMARTS, Ohio One Building, 25 E. Boardman Street, first floor, Youngstown 44503. The summer arts series includes two workshop levels: grades K-12 and young creatives (ages 18 months to 5 years). Workshops are free and occur in person and online via Zoom (through Virtual SMARTS). Workshops run one week at a time for a total of four weeks. K-12 classes begin Tuesday, June 6. Early SMARTS week is July 11-14.  Classes fill on a first-come, first-served basis. To see offerings, visit smartsartschool.org…

Warren Farmers’ Market. Perkins Park (near the Kinsman House), 303 Mahoning Court N.W., Warren 44481. 330-307-2899. Email:

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.  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). Tuesday. June 6-Oct 3. 3-6 p.m.

Sand Volleyball Open Play. JCC Logan Campus, 3245 Logan Way, Liberty 44505. 330-746-3251. Practice with your league team or play for fun. Tuesdays, June 6-June 27. 5:30–7:30 p.m.

Concerts in the Park. Austintown Township Park, 6000 Kirk Road, Austintown 44515. 330-793-0718. www.austintowntwp.com…. Sunshine Riders. Seventies music and originals. 7-8:30 p.m.

Full Moon Hike. Meets at Slippery Rock Pavilion on Robinson Hill Drive, Mill Creek MetroParks, Youngstown. 330-740-7116. www.mil…. Join a park educator for a full moon hike. Dress for the weather and wear hiking boots/closed-toe shoes. Moderate, 3-mile hike. Register by June 4 online or call. No walk-ins, no pets. 8:45-10:15 p.m. $3.

Wednesday 7

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Thursday 8

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. May 11 through Oct. 26.

Weathersfield Flag Festival. 1451 Prospect St., Mineral Ridge 44440. Features live music (Random Strangers Band, Thursday; 80 Proof, Friday; Old Skool, Saturday), food concessions, Flag Day parade (6 p.m., Friday), vendors, beer tent, bocce and carnival games. June 8-10. 5-11 p.m., Thursday, June 8; 5-11 p.m., Friday, June 9; and 11 a.m.-11 p.m., Saturday, June 10.

Mobile Device Basics: Android. Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org……. Do you have an Android phone or tablet that you would like to learn more about?Become more confident and comfortable with your device. Bring your Android device to the program. Registration is required. 6-7:30 p.m.

McKinley Memorial Library: Strawberry Festival. National McKinley Birthplace Memorial, 40 N. Main St., Niles 44446. 330-652-1704. www.mcklib.org…. The McKinley Memorial Library presents its 2023 music and entertainment series from June 8 through July 27. Tonight’s Strawberry Festival is ponsored by the Rotary Club of Niles. Rotary will be selling strawberry sundaes and strawberry shortcakes. Full House will perform. 6–8 p.m.

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…. 2K23. Pop/rock band from Boardman High School. 7-8:30 p.m.

Friday 9

Forest County Bigfoot Festival. Main Street (Twn Circle), Marienville, Pa. 16239.

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. Includes over 100 vendors, food trucks, speakers, entertainment, raffles, and family fun. Activities include a 5K run, a Bigfoot hunt in the forest, and a Bigfoot kids’ hunt. 6 p.m., Friday, June 9; 8 a.m.-9 p.m., Saturday, June 10; and 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Sunday, June 11. June 9-11.

Summer Hits at the Ballpark Concert Series. Eastwood Field, 5555 Youngstown-Warren Road, Niles 44446. 330-505-0000. The Scrappers and Moxie Events will kick off the inaugural season June 9-10. Admission is $12, except for the Pink Floyd Experience which is $15. Tickets can be purchased online, in person at the box office or via phone. Tonight: Garth Brooks and Toby Keith tributes. 7 p.m.

Living Dead Weekend Monroeville 2023. Monroeville Mall, 200 Mall Circle Drive, Monroeville, Pa. 15146. www.thelivingdeadweekend.com…. This annual festival celebrates George A. Romero’s “Dawn of the Dead” and the entire library of films based on “The Living Dead” series. The festival also celebrates “Dawn of the Dead” in the place it was filmed (Monroeville Mall) and the people who made it. The event includes movie screenings, celebrity appearances, official merchandise, panel discussions and location tours. Note: Covid protocols remain in place. Visit the website for times. June 9-11. Friday, June 9, Saturday, June 10, and Sunday, June 11. Three-day pass: $40; single-day pass: $20 (Friday), $30 (Saturday), and $20 (Sunday).

Music & Nightspots

  • Birdfish Brewing Co. Boozin’ and Groovin’. Analog Night. 7 p.m.
  • DeYor Performing Arts Center. Fleetwood Gold. 7:30 p.m.
  • The Horseshoe Bar. Matt Skeen. 8 p.m.
  • Modern Methods Brewing Co. Adriana. 7 p.m.
  • The New Manhattan. Piano Maniacs. 8 p.m.
  • Westside Bowl. Louis Prima Jr.and the Witnesses. 8 p.m.

Saturday 10

Tour de Donut. Westminster College Memorial Field House, New Wilmington, Pa. 16142. This 5K and scenic ride takes place on light to moderately traveled roads in Lawrence County. Drinks, snacks and doughnuts will be supplied for all riders at designated stops along the routes. Riders must sign in at Memorial Field House to participate. Each loop begins and ends at Westminster. Riders must wear a helmet while cycling. Routes: “Apple Castle Ride” (10 miles). Offers Amish country and a visit to the Apple Castle; “Country Roads” (29 miles). Offers scenery, lightly traveled roads, and a country store stop; “The New Wilmington Dirty Dozen” (40 plus miles).  A hilly course for more experienced riders. Includes a rest stop near the Volant Mill; “Amish Farms and Covered Bridge Tour” (30 miles). Travels through the Amish farm areas around New Wilmington. Includes a stop at the at Apple Castle. Event sponsors say intermediate riders should be OK with the hills. Includes some busy roads and crossings. The Donut Dash 5K occurs Friday, June 9. Friday’s activities are child-friendly. Checkin:  Apple Castle, 277 state Route 18, New Wilmington, Pa. 16142. Schedule: 6 p.m. – Donut Dash 5K; 7 p.m. – Orchard Dash (100 yards for ages 2-5 years); 7:15 p.m. – Orchard Donut – 400-600 yards for ages 5-9 years.n Proceeds support LIVE New Wilmington’s community building efforts and green initiatives. For more information, visit here. 8 a.m.-2 p.m.

3rd Annual Youngstown Juneteenth Weeklong Celebration. www.youngstownjuneteenth.com…. Facebook: youngstownjuneteenth. Email:

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. This weeklong celebration includes The 2nd Annual Juneteenth Sankofa Ball, Legacy Talk: Genealogy Workshop & Discussion, A Recipe For Change: Black Male Wellness Panel Discussion, Open Mic Night @ Dope Cider House, Financial Freedom through Entepreneurship, and the Youngstown Juneteenth Cultural Festival. Events occur at various locations, including Wean Park, Tyler History Center, Covelli Centre, Main Library, YMCA, YWCA, and the Dope Cider House. Visit the Juneteenth Weeklong Celebration website for registration information and additional program details. June 10-18.

Sebring Firemen’s Festival Bike Night. 235 E. Ohio Ave, Sebring 44672-1412. The Sebring Fireman’s Festival Bike Night is hosted by American Legion Riders Post 76. 4-7 p.m.

River Rock at the Amp. Warren Community Amphitheatre, 321 Mahoning Ave. N.W., Warren 44483. Gates open at 5 p.m. Tickets $10 or $12 per person, depending on the concert. Tonight: 7 Bridges. Eagles tribute. 5:30-11 p.m.

Summer Hits at the Ballpark Concert Series. Eastwood Field, 5555 Youngstown-Warren Road, Niles 44446. 330-505-0000. The Scrappers and Moxie Events will kick off the inaugural season June 9-10. Admission is $12, except for the Pink Floyd Experience which is $15. Tickets can be purchased online, in person at the box office or via phone. Tonight: The Magic of Motown. 6 p.m.

Concert in the Courtyard. TownCenter at Firestone Farms, 101 Town Center Ave., Columbiana 44408. www.modernwealthmanagement.net….Concerts occur on Saturdays. The Decades. 7-9 p.m.

Music & Nightspots

  • Birdfish Brewing Co. Black Wolf and The Thief. 2 p.m.
  • Firestone Farms. The Decades. 7 p.m.
  • Flying Pig Saloon. Paige Marie. 5 p.m.
  • Frenchy’s Irish Bar & Grill. Relapse. 9 p.m.
  • Los Gallos/Boardman. Grupo Fuego. 10 p.m.
  • River Rock at the Amp. 7 Bridges (Eagles tribute), Hucking Fillbillies. 5 p.m.
  • St. Anthony’s Day Festival. RDNA. 7 p.m.
  • Westside Bowl. MySpace Nite. 9 p.m.
  • Westside Bowl. ASAVA, Wake Magnolia, Currents Collide, Smokey Honey Bluesband. 8 p.m.

Sunday 11

Riverfest. B&O Station, 534 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown 44502. This family friendly celebration of the Mahoning River includes kayak trips, children’s activities, music, and food. In addition, the Artists of the Rust Belt will host their Summer Market inside the B&O Station. “Riverfest” is presented by Friends of the Mahoning River. 10 a.m.-4 p.m..

Monday 12

Canfield Summer Concert Series on the Green. Canfield Village Green, Canfield 44406. 330-533-1101. Tonight: Canfield Community Band. Tonight: The Del Sinchak Band. Concerts occur from 7-8:30 p.m.

Tuesday 13

Seed to Table – Basil. Culinary Literacy Center, Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Grow your own basil and make homemade pesto. Get guidance on selecting the right basil variety, planting and caring for your herb, and harvesting for maximum flavor. For adults. Registration is required. 5:30 p.m.

Concerts in the Park. Austintown Township Park, 6000 Kirk Road, Austintown 44515. 330-793-0718. www.austintowntwp.com…. Sunshine Riders. Seventies music and originals. 7-8:30 p.m.

Wednesday 14

Recreational Hikes. Mill Creek MetroParks. 330-740-7114. www.mil…. Meets at the Calvary Run parking lot on Calvary Run Drive, Youngstown. Easy, 1-3 miles. Volunteer led hikes focusing on exercising in the outdoors. 9-10 a.m.

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Thursday 15

PICTUREsque Hike. Meet at Lake Newport Wetlands parking lot, Mill Creek MetroParks, Boardman 44512.  330-740-7116, extension 129. Join a Park educator for a Mill Creek Park adventure as the group takes photos of the Lake Newport Wetlands. Bring a camera or smartphone. Dress for the weather and wear hiking boots. Moderate/difficult 1-mile hike. Register online by June 13 or call 330-740-7116, extension 129. No walk-ins, no pets. 6-7 p.m. 

McKinley Memorial Library Music on the Lawn. National McKinley Birthplace Memorial, 40 N. Main St., Niles 44446. 330-652-1704. www.mcklib.org…. The McKinley Memorial Library will present its 2023 music and entertainment series through July 27. Tonight’s concert features the Cortland Community Band. The performance will feature big band music and classic show tunes. 6:30-8 p.m.

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…. Celebration. 7-8:30 p.m.

Friday 16

Youngstown Events – Fairs, festivals, special events – June 2023
Simply Slavic Heritage Festival. Downtown Youngstown 44503. www.simplyslavic.org…. Email:

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. This two-day festival features food, ethnic music, folk dancing, a Slavic Marketplace, a heritage tent (with educational information and exhibits), and a Slavic beer garden with imports. 5-11 p.m., Friday, June 16 and noon-midnight, Saturday, June 17. $5. Children 12 and younger admitted free. (Simply Slavic)

Get Your Veggies On. Culinary Literacy Center, Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. This interactive beginner’s cooking class is designed for ages 9-13. Learn how to make a basic green salad using knife skills. Learn how to chop vegetables and mix a simple dressing. Registration is required. Noon.

Simply Slavic Heritage Festival. Downtown Youngstown 44503. www.simplyslavic.org…. Email:

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. This two-day festival features food, ethnic music, folk dancing, a Slavic Marketplace, a heritage tent (with educational information and exhibits), and a Slavic beer garden with imports. 5-11 p.m., Friday, June 16 and noon-midnight, Saturday, June 17. $5. Children 12 and younger admitted free.

Music & Nightspots

  • Birdfish Brewing Co. Boozin’ and Cruizin’. Analog night. 7-9 p.m.
  • Quaker, Steak and Lube/Sharon. Jeep Nite. Rick Fink. 6 p.m.
  • Westside Bowl. Daniel Mason. 8 p.m.
  • Westside Bowl. Saints of Lorain, Beast Killer, Forced Happiness, Late to Start. 8 p.m.

Saturday 17

Birding the Sanctuary. Mill Creek Wildlife Sanctuary, Mill Creek Metroparks, 2650 W. Calla Road, Canfield 44406. 330-740-7116. An early morning birding hike led by Jeff Harvey. Space is limited. Boots required. Moderate. 1.25 miles. Register by June 15. 8-9:30 a.m. 

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

Full Spectrum Pride in the Valley Festival. 161 High St., N.W., Courthouse Square Park, downtown Warren 44481. 234-254-8924. www.fullspectrumcommunityoutreach.org…. This annual LGBTQ+ festival features food trucks, vendors, health screenings, children’s activities, live entertainment, a beer garden, and a pride parade. Noon-9 p.m..

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River Rock at the Amp. Warren Community Amphitheatre, 321 Mahoning Ave. N.W., Warren 44483. Gates open at 5 p.m. Tickets $10 or $12 per person, depending on the concert. Disco Inferno. 5:30-11 p.m., Saturday, June 17. (River Rock and the Amp)

River Rock at the Amp. Warren Community Amphitheatre, 321 Mahoning Ave. N.W., Warren 44483. Gates open at 5 p.m. Tickets $10 or $12 per person, depending on the concert. Tonight: Disco Inferno. 5:30-11 p.m.

Concert in the Courtyard. TownCenter at Firestone Farms, 101 Town Center Ave., Columbiana 44408. www.modernwealthmanagement.net….Concerts occur on Saturdays. ’80s Proof. 6-9 p.m.

MetroMutts: Hike at Sunset. West Newport Wetlands Parking Lot, Mill Creek MetroParks, Boardman 44512. 330-740-7114. www.mil…. Hike along West Newport Trail during the summer sunset over Lake Newport. Moderate, 2 mile. MetroMutts members, free; non-members, $5. Call for details. 6-7 p.m.

Music & Nightspots

  • Birdfish Brewing Co. Pete the V. 2 p.m.
  • Crickets. Triple Threat. 8 p.m. 
  • Firestone Farms. ’80s Proof. 6 p.m. 
  • River Rock at the Amp. Disco Inferno. 5 p.m.
  • Salem Eagles. Lonesome Highway. 8 p.m.
  • Westside Bowl. Scott Boyer Quartet. 8 p.m.

Sunday 18

MetroCyclers. 330-740-7114. www.mil…. Meet at Ford Nature Center for a bike ride around Lake Cohasset, West Cohasset and East Cohasset Hike and Bike Trail. 5-7 miles, moderately difficult with hills. Call for details. 1-2 p.m. Members/free; nonmembers/$10. 

W.D. Packard Band Concerts. W.D. Packard Music Hall, 1703 Mahoning Ave N.W., Warren 44483. 330-393-3628. WDPackardBand.com…. Concerts occur on the South Lawn. Doors open one hour before the concert. 7 p.m.

Monday 19

Basic Computer: Attachments. Austintown Library, 600 S. Raccoon Road 44515. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Learn how to save, send, download, and print attachments on the computer. Knowledge of how to use a computer mouse is required. Space is limited. Registration is required. 10 a.m.

Canfield Summer Concert Series on the Green. Canfield Village Green, Canfield 44406. 330-533-1101. Tonight: Canfield Community Band. Tonight: The Rex Taneri Band. Concerts occur from 7-8:30 p.m.

Tuesday 20

Concerts in the Park. Austintown Township Park, 6000 Kirk Road, Austintown 44515. 330-793-0718. www.austintowntwp.com…. Sunshine Riders. Seventies music and originals. Train Wreck. Country. 7-8:30 p.m.

Wednesday 21

REO Speedwagon. Youngstown Foundation Amphitheatre. The Youngstown Foundation Amphitheatre at Wean Park, 229 E. Front St., Youngstown 44503. Ticketmaster.com…. Group sales are available by contacting

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. 7:30 p.m. $125, $85, $65, $50, $42.50.

Thursday 22

 Cortland Community Street Fair. Main Street, downtown Cortland 44410. Email:

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. This annual street festival features food, rides, entertainment, a Beach Party Parade (Saturday), and children’s activities. Sponsored by the Cortland Lions Club. June 22-24.

Youngstown Events – Fairs, festivals, special events – June 2023
#1 Cochran Chevrolet Buick GMC Youngstown Ribs-N-Rock Festival. DeBartolo Commons, Southern Park Mall, 7401 Market St., Boardman 44512. Website: ribsnrock.com. Facebook: RibsNRock. Presented by #1 Cochran, Hollywood Gaming with sponsorship by Penguin Beer, 93.3 The Wolf, and Bud Light. Features a rib cook off and music festival. Thursday: The Clarks perform with special guests Triple Threat and Bad JuJu Cleveland. Friday: Fuel performs with special guests Negative Zen, No Funk No Justice and RDNA. Saturday: The Gin Blossoms perform with special guests Turbo Lovers, Youngstown’s EPIC Band and AC & The Heat. Doors open at noon. Free admission daily until 3 p.m. After 3 p.m., admission is $7. June 22-24.

#1 Cochran Chevrolet Buick GMC Youngstown Ribs-N-Rock Festival. DeBartolo Commons, Southern Park Mall, 7401 Market St., Boardman 44512. ribsnrock.com…. Facebook: RibsNRock. Presented by #1 Cochran, Hollywood Gaming with sponsorship by Penguin Beer, 93.3 The Wolf, and Bud Light. Features a rib cook off and music festival. Occurs June 22-24. The Clarks perform with Triple Threat and Bad JuJu Cleveland. Thursday, June 22. Fuel performs with Negative Zen, No Funk No Justice and RDNA. Friday, June 23. The Gin Blossoms perform with Turbo Lovers, Youngstown’s EPIC Band and AC & The Heat. Saturday, June 24. Door open at noon. Free admission until 3 p.m. After 3 p.m., admission is $7.

Engaging Video Essays from Scratch. Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org……. For those interested in creating compelling video storytelling. This four-week course explores the video essay genre, free web resources, and the tools the Library’s DIY Space has for producing multimedia works. (Registration is required and closes at 4 p.m. on June 1.) 4-5:30 p.m. 

Microsoft Word 3. Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. This advanced class will cover inserting text boxes, shapes, tables, and pictures. Prior attendance in Microsoft Word Class 2 is preferred. Register online via the library events calendar or call. Registration is required. 6 p.m.

McKinley Memorial Library Music on the Lawn. National McKinley Birthplace Memorial, 40 N. Main St., Niles 44446. 330-652-1704. www.mcklib.org…. The McKinley Memorial Library presents its 2023 music and entertainment series through July 27. Tonight features Random Strangers. Country. 6:30–8 p.m. 

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…. Celebration. Guys Without Ties. 7-8:30 p.m.

Friday 23

#1 Cochran Chevrolet Buick GMC Youngstown Ribs-N-Rock Festival. DeBartolo Commons, Southern Park Mall, 7401 Market St., Boardman 44512. ribsnrock.com…. Facebook: RibsNRock. Presented by #1 Cochran, Hollywood Gaming with sponsorship by Penguin Beer, 93.3 The Wolf, and Bud Light. Features a rib cook off and music festival. Occurs June 22-24. Fuel performs with Negative Zen, No Funk No Justice and RDNA. Friday, June 23. The Gin Blossoms perform with Turbo Lovers, Youngstown’s EPIC Band and AC & The Heat. Saturday, June 24. Door open at noon. Free admission until 3 p.m. After 3 p.m., admission is $7. 

Stepping Out with Healthy Cooking – Soul Food. Culinary Literacy Center, Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Mary Akpadock, RDN, LD, from Mercy Health will demonstrate how to make iconic soul food with a healthy spin. For adults. 1 p.m.

Music & Nightspots

  • Avalon Grand Resort. Geo C Live. 7 p.m.
  • Birdfish Brewing Co. Boozin’ & Groovin’. Analog night. 7 p.m.
  • JR’z Pub. AFTR. 8 p.m.
  • Liebe Wein. Strums and Drums. 8 p.m.
  • The New Manhattan. Triple Threat. 8 p.m.
  • Westside Bowl. Catatoneya, Frame and Mantle. The Intangibles, The Smokey Honey Bluesband. 7 p.m.
  • Westside Bowl. Shawn Perry, Jozey and The Corruption, The Varmits. 8 p.m.

Youngstown Events | June 24-30, 2023 | Find things to do in Youngstown and Warren, Ohio. Festivals, concerts, Mill Creek Park, and more. Find something to do this weekend. Office: 330-259-0435.

Saturday 24

Fantastic Fungi. Ford Nature Center, Mill Creek MetroParks, 840 Old Furnace Road, Youngstown 44511. 330-740-7116, extension 129. Join a Park educator to explore the hidden beauty of the forest floor. Moderately challenging 3-mile hike. Wear boots. Dress for the weather. Registration required. Register online by June 22 or call. No walk-ins, no pets. 10 a.m.-noon. 

Chalk on the Walk. 180 N. Park Ave., Courthouse Square Park, downtown Warren 44481. 330-469-1729. Website: trumbullarts.org…. Email:

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.  The Fine Arts Council of Trumbull County will host its annual “Chalk on the Walk,” where children can explore their artistic creativity (with free chalk supplied by the Fine Arts Council). The event is open to all children. The free event also features children’s activities, art vendors, handmade goods, and live music. 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

Newton Falls Craft & Farmers Market. The Community Park Pavilion, 328-398 S. Canal St., Newton Falls 44444. Facebook: ThefarmersmarketNF. Email:

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. The market features fresh produce, crafters and small businesses. Held the last Saturday of each month. June 24, July 29, Aug. 26, Sept. 30.

Youngstown Events – Fairs, festivals, celebrations – June 2023
#1 Cochran Chevrolet Buick GMC Youngstown Ribs-N-Rock Festival. DeBartolo Commons, Southern Park Mall, 7401 Market St., Boardman 44512. Website: ribsnrock.com. Facebook: RibsNRock. Presented by #1 Cochran, Hollywood Gaming with sponsorship by Penguin Beer, 93.3 The Wolf, and Bud Light. Features a rib cook off and music festival. Thursday: The Clarks perform with special guests Triple Threat and Bad JuJu Cleveland. Friday: Fuel performs with special guests Negative Zen, No Funk No Justice and RDNA. Saturday: The Gin Blossoms perform with special guests Turbo Lovers, Youngstown’s EPIC Band and AC & The Heat. Doors open at noon. Free admission daily until 3 p.m. After 3 p.m., admission is $7. June 22-24. (Ribs-N-Rock Festival)

#1 Cochran Chevrolet Buick GMC Youngstown Ribs-N-Rock Festival. DeBartolo Commons, Southern Park Mall, 7401 Market St., Boardman 44512. ribsnrock.com…. Facebook: RibsNRock. Presented by #1 Cochran, Hollywood Gaming with sponsorship by Penguin Beer, 93.3 The Wolf, and Bud Light. Features a rib cook off and music festival. Occurs June 22-24. The Gin Blossoms perform with Turbo Lovers, Youngstown’s EPIC Band and AC & The Heat. Saturday, June 24. Door open at noon. Free admission until 3 p.m. After 3 p.m., admission is $7.

River Rock at the Amp. Warren Community Amphitheatre, 321 Mahoning Ave. N.W., Warren 44483. Gates open at 5 p.m. Tickets $10 or $12 per person, depending on the concert. Tonight: The Prince Project. Prince tribute. 5:30-11 p.m.

Concert in the Courtyard. TownCenter at Firestone Farms, 101 Town Center Ave., Columbiana 44408. www.modernwealthmanagement.net…. Sin City and the Saints. 6-9 p.m.

Summer Hits at the Ballpark Concert Series. Eastwood Field, 5555 Youngstown-Warren Road, Niles 44446. 330-505-0000. The Scrappers and Moxie Events will kick off the inaugural season June 9-10. Admission is $12, except for the Pink Floyd Experience which is $15. Tickets can be purchased online, in person at the box office or via phone. Tonight: Eagles, Fleetwood Mac tributes.  6 p.m.

Music & Nightspots

  • Birdfish Brewing Co. Finding Sparky. 2 p.m.
  • El Torero. Rick and Dawn: The Musician and the Teacher. 6-9 p.m.
  • Firestone Farms. Cin City and the Saints. 6 p.m.
  • Leon’s Sports Bar. Celestial Overdrive. 9 p.m.
  • River Rock at the Amp. The Prince Project. 5 p.m.
  • The Vineyards at Pine Lake. Paul Charles. 6:30 p.m.
  • Westside Bowl. Tod and the Bad Ideas, Nameless Faces, Southside Fiasco. 8 p.m.
  • Westside Bowl. Tod and the Bad Ideas, Nameless Faces, Southside Fiasco. 8 p.m.

Sunday 25

Ohio Viking Festival 2022. Trumbull County Fairgrounds, 899 Everett Hull Road, Cortland 44410 www.ohiovikingfestival.com…. The Ohio Viking Festival returns for its seventh year. Feature classes, games, artisans and food. The festival will welcome midsummer in Nordic fashion and includes a torch lighting ceremony. 4-10 p.m., Friday, June 23; 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Saturday, June 24; and 10 a.m.-6 p.m..

10 Miler. Bears Den Cabin, Mill Creek MetroParks, New Cross Drive off Old Furnace Road, Youngstown. 330-740-7114, extension 104. This 10-mile hike starts at Bear’s Den and travels around Lake Cohasset, Lake Newport, and Lanterman’s Gorge. (A 5-mile option will be available for those preferring a shorter hike.) Difficult due to distance and terrain, 10 miles. 1-5 p.m.

Monday 26

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. Be ready to work hard and run the floor with coach Mo Gallardo. This clinic is designed for intermediate to advanced players. Occurs June 26-30 or Aug. 14-18. Register by Monday, June 19 or 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. June session: $60/member, $75/nonmember (participants receive a basketball to take home); August session: $37/member, $50/ nonmember.  

Culinary Foundation Series – Quick Tomato Sauce. Culinary Literacy Center, Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Discover the art of creating a delicious fresh and quick tomato sauce from scratch. The Library will supply some pasta so participants can sample their work at the end of class. For ages 16 and older. Registration is required. Noon.

Archery Camp. Archery Range, Mill Creek MetroParks Farm, 7574 Columbiana-Canfield Road, Canfield 44406. 330-740-7114. www.mil…. For teens. Register by June 23. Repeats July 24-26 and Aug. 21-23. Occurs June 26-28. 6-7:30 p.m. $50/resident, $60/nonresident.

Canfield Summer Concert Series on the Green. Canfield Village Green, Canfield 44406. 330-533-1101. Tonight: Canfield Community Band. Tonight: The Bill Bevec Band. Concerts occur from 7-8:30 p.m.

Tuesday 27

Nature-Ology Camp: Session 1.  Ford Nature Center, Mill Creek MetroParks, 840 Old Furnace Road, Youngstown 44511.  330-740-7107, extension 129. www.mil…. This four-day camp focuses on different aspects of nature. Topics include rocks, birds, trees, and farms. Session 1 is for 5-6 year olds. Register/pay by June 20, online or call. $75 per child. 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Tuesday, June 27-Friday, June 30. 

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 a.m.

Microsoft Word 3. Canfield Library, 43 W. Main St. 44406. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org……. This class will cover inserting text boxes, shapes, tables, and pictures. Prior attendance in Microsoft Word Class 2 is preferred. Registration is required. Register online via the library events calendar or call. 5:30 p.m.

Concerts in the Park. Austintown Township Park, 6000 Kirk Road, Austintown 44515. 330-793-0718. www.austintowntwp.com…. Canfield Community Concert Band. 7-8:30 p.m.

Premier Bank Community Event Series. Youngstown Foundation Amphitheatre, 201 S. Phelps St., Youngstown 44503. 330-746-5600. theyoungstownfoundationamp.com…. Tonight: U.S. Army Field Band and Soldiers Chorus. 7 p.m. 

Birding the Wetlands. Meet at Newport Wetlands parking lot on West Newport Drive, Mill Creek Metroparks, Boardman 44512. 330-740-7116. Join Park educators as the group looks for birds at dusk. Be prepared for a moderate, possibly muddy, 1.5-mile hike. Register by June 20. No walk-ins, no pets. 7-8 p.m.

Wednesday 28

Recreational Hikes. Ford Nature Center, Mill Creek MetroParks, 840 Old Furnace Road, Youngstown 44511. 330-740-7114. www.mil…. Moderate, 2-4 miles. Volunteer led hikes focusing on exercising in the outdoors. Call for details. 9-10 a.m.

Thursday 29

Photoshop Foundations. Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org……. This hands-on lesson guides covers the user interface and highlights key features and techniques. Registration is required. 6 p.m.

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…. Tonight: 122nd Ohio Army Band. June 28 Concerts occur 7-8:30 p.m.

Friday 30

Botanical Mornings. Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek MetroParks, 123 McKinley Ave., Youngstown 44509. 330-740-7116. www.mil…. Discover the progress of the seasons at Fellows Riverside Gardens. Register/pay by June 28. 9 a.m. $5. 

49th Annual Mesopotamia Ox Roast, Antiques and Flea Market. 8800 state Route 534, Mesopotamia 44439. 440-693-4602. Email:

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. This annual event benefits Mesopotamia’s volunteer firefighters association. Features 160 vendors, entertainment, and the festival’s iconic roast beef sandwiches. 10 a.m-8 p.m., Friday; 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Saturday and 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Sunday. June 30-July 2. 

Caribbean American Heritage Month. Culinary Literacy Center, Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Learn to make rice and beans. Participants will receive a portion and make their own fresh mango salsa to accompany it. For adults. Presented by Jessica Romeo, Community Health Educator at Mercy Health. Registration is required. 1 p.m.

Music & Nightspots

  • Birdfish Brewing Co. Boozin’ & Groovin’. Analog night. 7 p.m.
  • Steel Valley Brewing Works. RDNA. 9 p.m.
  • Westside Bowl. Moonroof, Recess, CPA Jake, The Goners. 8 p.m.

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