Youngstown Events | September 1-7, 2024 | Metro Monthly

Youngstown Events | September 1-7, 2024 | Metro Monthly – Tell us about your event! Via e-mail:

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SUNDAY 1

178th Canfield Fair. 7265 Columbiana-Canfield Road, Canfield 44406. Massive county fair offers agricultural and livestock exhibits, rides, music, food, crafts, displays and entertainment.

Adult English Language Classes: English Center of Youngstown. Students can register online at www.EnglishCenterYoungstown.com…. Call 330-743-5767 for more information. Registration is now open for adult English language classes through The English Center of Youngstown. Classes meet for two-hour sessions twice a week and run from Sept. 16 to May 15, 2025. Both morning and evening classes have openings for all levels of instruction. Emerging Level classes are held in-person in the Youngstown area and Level 1 through Level 4 are live, online. The deadline to register is Sept. 12. There is a $50 registration fee.

Painted Memories. Weller Gallery, Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek MetroParks, 123 McKinley Ave., Youngstown 44509. 330-740-7116. www.mil…. Features the work from local artist Beth Basista with more than 40 paintings in oils, acrylics and watercolors that capture landscapes found throughout Mill Creek Parks. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Tuesday through Sunday, Sept. 1-Oct. 16.

DEK Open Skate. DEK Hockey Rink, Wick Recreation Area, Mill Creek MetroParks, 1861 McCollum Road, Youngstown 44509. 330-740-7114. www.mil…. Bring your roller or inline skates to the DEK hockey rink for four hours of skating. All ages. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Call for details. Noon-4 p.m. on Sundays through Oct. 27.

End of Summer Trolley Tour. Ford Nature Education Center, Mill Creek MetroParks, 840 Old Furnace Road, Youngstown 44511. 330-740-7107, ext. 129. www.mil…. View natural and historic views aboard the Cohasset Express. Register/pay online or call. 1:30-2:30 p.m. and 3-4 p.m., Sept. 1, 3, 8, 10, 15, 17. $10 (resident), $12 (nonresident). $7 (senior/youth resident), $9 (senior/youth nonresident).

MONDAY 2

178th Canfield Fair. 7265 Columbiana-Canfield Road, Canfield 44406. Massive county fair offers agricultural and livestock exhibits, rides, music, food, crafts, displays and entertainment.

TUESDAY 3

Family Story Time. Boardman Library, 7680 Glenwood Ave. 44512. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Stories for preschoolers, toddlers, babies, and caregivers. 10 a.m.

Warren Farmers’ Market. North Park Commons, 347 N. Park Ave., NW, Warren 44481. 330-307-2899. Sevasti Tripoulas is market manager. 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). 3-6 p.m., Tuesday. Through Sept. 24.

WEDNESDAY 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. 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Wednesday and Sunday. Open year round.

Music at Noon: Julia Kuhn and Caroline Oltmanns. Butler Institute of American Art, 524 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44502. 330-941-2307. German violinist Julia Kuhn is an internationally recognized concertmaster, chamber musician, soloist and teacher. Caroline Oltmanns is professor of piano at YSU and holds degrees from the Staatliche Musikhochschule Freiburg and the University of Southern California in Los Angeles. Oltmanns is an international Steinway Artist, Steinway Spirio recording artist and Fulbright Scholar. 12:15 p.m.

Critter Tales Farm Edition: Goats. Classroom A, Mill Creek MetroParks Farm, 7574 Columbiana-Canfield Road, Canfield 44406. 330-740-7107, ext. 129. www.mil…. For ages 3-6 with an adult. Features a story time and hands-on activities. Register/pay online by Sept. 2. 3 p.m. $7.

All Ages Story Time. Newport Library, 3730 Market St., Youngstown 44507. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Features stories, rhymes, songs and activities for children of all ages and their caregivers. 6:30 p.m.

First Wednesday Reader Series presents Roger Craik and Dave Lucas. Westside Bowl, Westside Bowl, 2617 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown 44509. Roger Craik has published five full-length poetry books (with another in progress) and has recently been awarded second prize in the Pablo Neruda International Poetry Award. He is English by birth and has lived in the United States since 1991. Dave Lucas is the author of “Weather,” which received the 2012 Ohioana Book Award for Poetry. From 2018 to 2019, he served as the poet laureate of the State of Ohio. Lucas is cofounder of Cleveland Book Week and Brews + Prose at Market Garden Brewery. Liz Hicks will co-host the event and an open mic will follow. The reading will be downstairs in the Trophy Room, which is only accessible by stairs. Upcoming readings: James DeMonte and Michael Loderstedt with co-host Lauren Lenio, Oct. 2; Nancy Krygowski and Jane McCafferty with co-host Lisa Viscusi, Nov. 6; Daniel Bourne and Marlo Starr with co-host Phil Brady, Dec. 4; and Jessica Manack and Marie Vibbert with co-host Carrie Leonard, Jan. 8. 7 p.m.

THURSDAY 5

T’ai Chi Basics for Beginners Course. Radius Program Classroom, Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek MetroParks, 123 McKinley Ave., Youngstown 44509. 330-740-7116, ext. 230. www.mil…. Instructor Marie Lew will teach this classic art of energy balancing while developing coordination, flexibility and leg strength. For beginners. Register online or call. Noon-1 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 5-Nov. 7. $120.

Grove City Market in the Park. Memorial Park, 1010 West Main St., Grove City, Pa. 16127. 814-730-6135. Facebook: OTGCFarmMarket. Clay and Mae Coffaro are market managers. 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., Thursdays. Through Oct. 31.

’80s Videogame Night. Warren Library, 444 Mahoning Ave. NW 44483. 330-399-8807, ext. 200. www.wtcpl.org…. Adults can grab a slice of pizza, a can of pop and play games from the golden age of Atari 2600 and NES. For ages 18 and older. Registration is required. To sign up, call the Reference Department. 5:30 p.m.

Teen Game Night. Warren Library, 444 Mahoning Ave. NW, Warren 44483. 330-399-8807, ext. 206. www.wtcpl.org…. Teens in grades 7-12 can play video games, board games, collectible card games, Minecraft and more. 6 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 5, 12, 19, 26.

A Night Of Delta Blues – featuring Marcia Ball, Sonny Landreth and C.J. Chenier. Robins Theatre, 160 E. Market St., Warren 44481. 234-437-6246. robinstheatre.com…. Features a night of Creole, Delta blues and zydeco music. 8 p.m. $45-$25.

FRIDAY 6

First Friday. Various locations throughout downtown Youngstown. 330-742-4040.

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. Today’s First Friday installment includes food, art, live music, shopping, line dancing, networking and family-oriented activities. The lineup: “Chalk the Walk” from 4-7 p.m. Half-price admission to OH WOW! from 4:30-5:30 p.m. “First Fridays Vendor Market” from 4-8 p.m. Live music on the Phelps Street Stage with Jack and the Cadavers from 5-8 p.m. and Demos Papadimas at 7 p.m. Art exhibition at Concept Studio featuring Daniel Rauschenbach from 5:30 p.m. Live music at The Octave from 7-8 p.m. “Party on the Lawn” at the Youngstown Foundation Amphitheatre with tributes to Elton John and Billy Joel. Food will be available at various downtown restaurants throughout the event, including Avalon Downtown, Cassese’s MVR, Charlie Staples/Pit Boss, DOPE Cider House & Winery, Draught House, The Federal, Gringo’s, Imbibe Martini Bar, Noble Creature Wild Ales & Lagers, The Octave Live Music Cafe & Event Center, Penguin City Brewing Co., Rye’s Craft Beer and Whiskey, V2Wine Bar Trattoria, West34 and YOSTERIA. First Fridays is sponsored by the Downtown Youngstown Partnership, Youngstown CityScape, the City of Youngstown and various sponsors. 4-10 p.m.

Legacy: 58 Years of YSU Art. McDonough Museum of Art, YSU, 525 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44502. 330-941-1400. ysu.edu… Includes projects by current and past Department of Art faculty and staff. Participating  artists include Samuel Adu-Poku, Claudia Berlinski, Joy Christiansen Erb, Amy Copeland, Dragana Crnjak, Debra DeGregorio, Joseph D’Uva, Chauncey Hay, Ashley Johnston, Alyssa Keil, Russell Maddick, Missy McCormick, Christine McCullough, Richard Mitchell, Greg Moring, Michael Moseley, Michelle Nelson, John Guy Petruzzi, Stephanie Rhodes, Susan Russo, Dana Sperry and Amanda Spinosa. Sept. 3-Oct. 26. An opening reception occurs tonight from 5-7 p.m.

Laughter on the 23rd Floor. Trumbull New Theatre, 5883 Youngstown Warren Road, Niles 44446. 330-652-1103. www.trumbullnewtheatre.com…. Performances: 7:30 p.m., Friday and Saturday. 3 p.m., Sunday. Neil Simon comedy inspired by the playwright’s experience as a staff writer on Sid Caesar’s “Your Show of Shows.” Directed by Brett Bunker. Sept. 6-22. 7:30 p.m. $17 for adults, $15 for students.

Girls Night Out Returns! Celebrating Women in Music. Eleanor Beecher Flad Pavilion, DeYor Performing Arts Center, 260 W. Federal St., Youngstown 44503. Box office: 330-259-9651. Tickets: deyorpac.org…. Features the music of artists like Joni Mitchell, Janis Joplin, Alanis Morissette, Dolly Parton and others. Performers include Maureen Collins, Katy Collins, Colleen Chance and Natalie Sprouse. Cabaret-style seating, ADA accessible. 7:30 p.m., Sept. 6-7. $32.

Morning’s at Seven. Hopewell Theatre (formerly the Victorian Players), 702 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown 44502. 330-746-5455. hopewelltheatre.org…. Email:

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. Takes a peek into the world of four sisters and their intertwined lives. Play by Paul Osborn. Directed by Jeanine Rees. 7:30 p.m., Sept. 6-7, 13-14 and 2 p.m., Sept. 15. $15, $12.

Jackyl. Robins Theatre, 160 E. Market St., Warren 44481. 234-437-6246. robinstheatre.com…. The hits include “Down on Me,” “The Lumberjack,” “Push Comes to Shove” and “Favorite Sin.” Jackyl is touring to support ”25,” a career retrospective that includes hits, live performances and unreleased material. 8 p.m. $45-$35.

MUSIC & NIGHTSPOTS | FRIDAY 6

The Block by Nova Destinations. 23 Chestnut Ave., Sharon, Pa. 16146-2713. 724-979-4004. One Ray. 6-9 p.m.

Cork & Cap. 3225 Elm Road NE, Warren 44483. 330-372-2337. Mike G. 7 p.m.

Iron Mann Grille. 1762 N. State St, Girard 44420. 330-530-7179. Kris Ferrell. 7 p.m.

Peter Allen Inn. 8581 State St., Kinsman 44428. 330-355-2100. The John Reese Trio. Jazz. 6-9 p.m.

Robins Theatre. 160 E. Market St., Warren. 234-437-6246. robinstheatre.com…. Jackyl. 8 p.m.

Up a Creek Saloon. 4793 E. Market St., Howland 44484. 330-856-5135. Doug Thomas. 7-10 p.m.

Westside Bowl. 2617 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown 44509. 330-792-7675. westsidebowl.com…. Defiant, The Frantic Nancys, Forced Happiness. 8 p.m.

SATURDAY 7

Tiny Tikes Fall Soccer League. Wick Recreation Area, Mill Creek MetroParks, 1861 McCollum Road, Youngstown 44509. 330-740-7114. www.mil…. For ages 3-5. This learning league consists of a seven week-long season where teams will play seven games. No scores are kept. Call for details. 8 a.m.-noon, Saturday, Sep. 7-Oct. 12. $75 for residents, $85 nonresidents.

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

New Castle Farmers Market. East and East Washington streets, downtown New Castle, Pa. Offers fresh produce (fruit and vegetables), canned items (jams, jellies, pickles) and flowers. Toward the end of the growing season, the market offers mums, pumpkins and other fall items. Free parking. 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Saturdays. July through October.

Howland Farmers’ Market. Richard E. Orwig Park, 8189 E. Market St., Howland 44484. 330-856-3461. Market manager: Aubrie Manley. 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. 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Saturday. Through Oct. 12.

Niles Artisan Farmers Market: Fall Harvest. 434 Robbins Ave., Niles 44446. 330-984-7973. Patricia Rickard is market manager. Features pumpkins, mums and cornstalks, produce, baked goods, honey, herbs, handmade soaps, food and drink, live music and art classes. Saturday and Sunday from Sept. 7-Oct. 20.

Youngstown Flea. 365 E. Boardman St., downtown Youngstown 44503. 330-565-5483. youngstownflea.com…. The Youngstown Flea features local and regional merchants selling arts, antique and re-purposed furniture, vintage clothing, collectibles, jewelry, candles, food, drink and produce. Other dates for 2024: Oct. 5, Nov. 2 and Dec. 6 (Flea on Phelps). 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Fresh Marketplace @ New Wilmington Center. Chestnut and Vine streets, New Wilmington, Pa. 16142. Offers fresh, local farm produce and 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. 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Saturday. May through September.

Northside Farmers’ Market. 832 Elm St., Youngstown 44505. 330-518-6971. Occurs in the Elm Street corridor (north of Youngstown State and south of Wick Park). Jim Converse is market manager. Features produce and vendors. 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Saturday. June through mid-September.

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

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. Features local and regional producers. Offers artisan baked goods, certified-organic produce, cheese, coffees, teas, eggs, fresh-cut flowers, honey, jams, jellies, mushrooms, soaps, maple syrup, microgreens and hydroponic lettuces, non-GMO heirloom seeds, pet treats and pasture-raised, hormone/antibiotic free meats. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday (April through October) and 10 a.m.-1 p.m. (November).

Book a Tech Coach. Warren Library, 444 Mahoning Ave. NW 44483. 330-399-8807, ext. 201. www.wtcpl.org…. Need help learning how to do something on a computer, tablet or smartphone? Book a 30-minute session with a library staff member who will answer questions and walk you through what you’d like to do. Registration is required. 1-4 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 7, 14, 21 or 28. 5-7 p.m., Monday, Sept. 9, 16, 23 or 30.   

Redefining Wellness After a Loss: A Grief Program. Brookfield Library, 7032 Grove St. 44403. 330-448-8134. www.wtcpl.org…. Explore the parts, purposes and complexities of wellness and how the integration of grief changes our system. This trauma-informed, hands-on program is suitable for anyone over the age of 12. Families may attend together and discover how each member responds to grief and loss in a different way. Presented by Amy Zell of Grief and Loss in Motion (suicidepostvention.org…). Registration is required; call to sign up. 1 p.m.

Laughter on the 23rd Floor. Trumbull New Theatre, 5883 Youngstown Warren Road, Niles 44446. 330-652-1103. www.trumbullnewtheatre.com…. Performances: 7:30 p.m., Friday and Saturday. 3 p.m., Sunday. Neil Simon comedy inspired by the playwright’s experience as a staff writer on Sid Caesar’s “Your Show of Shows.” Directed by Brett Bunker. Sept. 6-22. 7:30 p.m. $17 for adults, $15 for students.

Girls Night Out Returns! Celebrating Women in Music. Eleanor Beecher Flad Pavilion, DeYor Performing Arts Center, 260 W. Federal St., Youngstown 44503. Box office: 330-259-9651. Tickets: deyorpac.org…. Features the music of artists like Joni Mitchell, Janis Joplin, Alanis Morissette, Dolly Parton and others. Performers include Maureen Collins, Katy Collins, Colleen Chance and Natalie Sprouse. Cabaret-style seating, ADA accessible. 7:30 p.m., Sept. 6-7. $32.

Morning’s at Seven. Hopewell Theatre (formerly the Victorian Players), 702 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown 44502. 330-746-5455. hopewelltheatre.org…. Email:

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. Takes a peek into the world of four sisters and their intertwined lives. Play by Paul Osborn. Directed by Jeanine Rees. 7:30 p.m., Sept. 6-7, 13-14 and 2 p.m., Sept. 15. $15, $12.

MUSIC & NIGHTSPOTS | SATURDAY 7

Birdfish Brewing Co. 140 E. Park Ave., Columbiana, 44408. 330-333-9385. birdfishbrew.com…. Swap Meet. Acoustic ensemble emphasizing vocal harmonies. 2-5 p.m.

Birdfish Brewing Co. 140 E. Park Ave., Columbiana, 44408. 330-333-9385. birdfishbrew.com…. The Blue Collar Band. Rhythm and soul revue. 6-9 p.m.

El Cowboy. 1739 S. Raccoon Road, Suite 4, Austintown 44515. 330-953-2754.
2do Festival Latino: NeoDivas, Furia Nueva, Papa Ruiz, Mambo Alto, Grupo Fuego. 11 a.m.

Steel Valley Brew Works. 7401 Market St., Boardman 44512-5614. 330-207-9888. SteelValleyBrewWorks.com…. The Delaneys. 9 p.m.-midnight.

Up a Creek Saloon. 4793 E. Market St., Howland 44484. 330-856-5135. RDNA. 8 p.m.

Westside Bowl. 2617 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown 44509. 330-792-7675. westsidebowl.com…. BADE. Plunko, Ozolith. 8 p.m.

The Wickyards. 711 Wick Ave., Youngstown 444505. 330-559-3914. Jack and The Cadavers, The Morrisons, Matty Park, Moestunes. 7 p.m.