SUMMER FUN: Area events, concerts and more, now through June


MAY 28

OUTDOOR MUSIC

Donnie Iris and the Cruisers and Full Moon Allstar Band, 5:30-8:30 p.m., Warren Community Amphitheater, 321 Mahoning Ave. NW, Warren. $10, children under 12 admitted free with adult. riverrockattheamp.com.

MAY 29

SALES, SHOWS

• Fourth Annual Car Show, 1-4 p.m., First Federated Church, 10786 Mahoning Ave., North Jackson. Classic and antique cars, custom vans and motorcycles will compete for Best in Show Prize. Registration fee benefit the church’s food pantry, and there will be a 50-50 and basket raffle.

MAY 30

DANCES

Don Wojtila Band and Frank Stanger Band, SPNJ Farm, 10946 Heath Road, Kirtland, Ohio, 1-7 p.m. Food and refreshments available. Polkas, waltzes and ballroom music is performed.

SALES, SHOWS

Lowellville Car Cruise and Bike Night, 5-8 p.m., E. Water St., Lowellville. Car show featuring raffles, prizes, food, dancing and music. Memorial Day celebration.

SPECIAL EVENTS

Boardman Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony, starts at 10 a.m. at Boardman Center Middle school and travels down Route 224 to end at Maag Theater in Boardman Park, where a program begins at 11:30 a.m.

MAY 31

SALES, SHOWS

Mahoning Valley Olde Car Club Car Cruise, 5-9 p.m, Austintown Senior Center, 112 Westchester Drive.

JUNE 1

OUTDOOR MUSIC

Rex Taneri Band, 7-8:30 p.m., Woodworth Park, 255 Warren Ave., Poland.

Frank Capri, 6-8 p.m., Harding Park, 249 Roosevelt Drive, Hubbard. Free.

SPECIAL EVENTS

“Get in the Game– Read!” Pep Rally Kick-Off, 4 p.m., Warren library, 444 Mahoning Ave. NW. Refreshments, games, mascot meet and greet with Chomps of the Cleveland Browns.

JUNE 2

SALES, SHOWS

Thursday Night Car Cruise, 5-8 p.m., Fireplace Restaurant, 2075 E. Western Reserve Road, Poland. Entertainment from DJ Richie D, weekly awards, 50-50 raffle, basket auction, prizes.

SPECIAL EVENTS

125th Anniversary Trolley Tours, 2-3 and 3:30-4:30 p.m., meet at Ford Nature Center, Mill Creek Park. Enjoy views of the park in this tour on the Cohasset Express. ; Cost is $7 for Mahoning residents, $10 for nonresidents. 330-740-7112

JUNE 3

OUTDOOR MUSIC

The Dorals, 6-9 p.m., Riverwalk Park, New Castle, Pa. In the event of rain, moves to The Confluence, 214 E. Washington St.

SPECIAL EVENTS

Celebrate Youngstown opening reception, 6-9 p.m., Soap Gallery, 117 S. Champion St., Youngstown. Celebrate Youngstown, a display of art depicting the beauty of Youngstown, will be on display June 3 thorough 25. In conjunction with the opening reception, community artists will be set up on the sidewalk of the gallery to sell locally made jewelry, crafts, furniture and artwork.

JUNE 3-5

OUTDOOR MUSIC

Spring Badfish 2016, Nelson Ledges Quarry Park, 12001 Nelson Ledge Road, Garrettsville. Two nights of Badfish (tribute to Sublime) featuring Tropidelic, Shrub, Figurehead and more. Admission is $75 for June 3-5 ($60 pre-sale); $55 for June 4-5 (455 pre-sale). www.nlqp.com or 440-548-2716.

JUNE 4

OUTDOORS

MetroMutts Farm Hike, 10 a.m., MetroParks Bikeway Trailhead at Mill Creek MetroParks Farm, Canfield. Hike the habitats of the Mindy Henning Memorial Trail with your dog. Bring boots. Moderate, 2.5 miles.

SALES, SHOWS

Trumbull County’s Biggest Garage Sale, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., Warren Flea Market grounds, 428 Main Ave. SW. Appliances, furniture, antiques, collectibles, housewares books and more. Food available for purchase. Rain or shine.

Gathering in the Grapes Car Show, noon-4 p.m., Matropietro Winery, 14558 Ellsworth Road, Berlin Center. Presented by New Hope United Methodist Church youth group. Features DJ Big Rick, food, door prizes, trophies, 50-50 raffle, basket raffle, goodie bags, dash plaques. Awards presented at 3 p.m. Cost is $10 per car.

Youngstown Thunder Car and Bike Show, 1-5 p.m., Central Square, downtown Youngstown. Hosted by Christmas Automotive Youngstown and hosted in conjunction with the Burgers and Beards Festival.

SPECIAL EVENTS

Garden Adventure Day, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Fellows Riverside Gardens, Youngstown. An adventure throughout the gardens that includes gardening activities like planting, crafts and more. Rain or shine. Free.

JUNE 4-5

OUTDOORS

Ikebana Floral Arranging Exhibit, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek Park.

SALES, SHOWS

Artists of the Rust Belt Summer Market, 11-6 p.m. June 4, 12-5 p.m. June 5, B&O Station, 530 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown. Seventh annual market features art merchants, live performances and demonstrations. Held in conjunction with Riverfest on June 4.

JUNE 5

OUTDOOR MUSIC

Rudy and the Professionals, 6 p.m., Orashan Memorial Civic Center band shell, Waterworth Memorial Park, Salem.

Will Stone, 2-4 p.m., Firestone Park, Columbiana.

JUNE 6

SALES, SHOWS

Lowellville Car Cruise and Bike Night, 5-8 p.m., E. Water St., Lowellville. Car show featuring raffles, prizes, food, dancing and music.

SPECIAL EVENTS

On Your Mark – Get Set – Recycle, 11 a.m., Austintown library, 600 S. Raccoon Road. Peg Flynn and Kim Lewis of the Mahoning County Green Team will read a story, make a recycled craft with guest, and get an environmental action activity book and information for parents. 330-746-8636.

JUNE 7

OUTDOOR MUSIC

Ashley Marie Lewis, 7-8:30 p.m., Austintown Township Park, 6000 Kirk Road.

SALES, SHOWS

Mahoning Valley Olde Car Club Car Cruise, 5-9 p.m, Austintown Senior Center, 112 Westchester Drive.

SPECIAL EVENTS

From the Garden: Chillin’ and Grillin’, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Fellows Riverside Gardens, Youngstown. Demonstration by Chef David Armstrong and tasting. Register/pay by June 5. $36. 330-740-7112.

125th Anniversary Trolley Tours, 2-3 and 3:30-4:30 p.m., meet at Ford Nature Center, Mill Creek Park. Enjoy views of the park in this tour on the Cohasset Express. ; Cost is $7 for Mahoning residents, $10 for nonresidents. 330-740-7112.

Story Walk, 10 a.m., Poland library, 311 S. Main St. Walk, read and collect prizes at Poland Village Town Hall to celebrate the beginning of summer. Drinks and treats will be served. 330-744-8636.

Matt Jergens: Comedy Juggler, 2 p.m., Warren library, 444 Mahoning Ave. NW. Stunts and jokes from Jergens for the whole family.

JUNE 8

OUTDOOR MUSIC

Jack Vasko Band, 7-8:30 p.m., Woodworth Park, 255 Warren Ave., Poland.

Cortland Community Band, 7 p.m., Signature Health Care, Warren.

Max Schang, 6:30 p.m., Performing Arts Center, Buhl Farm Park, 715 Hazen Road, Hermitage, Pa. 724-981-5522.

Youngstown Community Concert Band, 7 p.m., Omni West, 3259 Vestal Road, Youngstown.

SPECIAL EVENTS

Fitness Fun Story Time, 10 a.m., Boardman library, 7680 Glenwood Ave. Stories and activities from the Eat, Play, Grow Program, offering fun and good nutrition. Prizes and snacks will be offered. Sponsored by Mahoning Valley Kids Coalition for toddlers and preschoolers. 330-744-8636.

JUNE 9

OUTDOOR MUSIC

Jim Frank Combo, 7-8:30 p.m., Boardman Park, 375 Boardman- Poland Road. Take seating. Concessions available.

SALES, SHOWS

Thursday Night Car Cruise, 5-8 p.m., Fireplace Restaurant, 2075 E. Western Reserve Road, Poland. Entertainment from DJ Richie D, weekly awards, 50-50 raffle, basket auction, prizes.

JUNE 10

CHILDREN

Life In and Around the Pond, 10-11 a.m., Birch Hill Cabin, Mill Creek MetroParks. Children 2-3 will discover who lives in and around the Lily Pond, and there will be a story, craft and activity. Register by 6/8, cost is $4 for Mahoning residents and $5 for nonresidents.330-740-7112.

OUTDOOR MUSIC

Downtown Shutdown with DJ Blaze, 7-11 p.m. in the parking lot of 111 W. Federal St., Youngstown. $5 admission. Pre-party from 4-6 p.m.

OUTDOORS

Almost Summer Evening Stroll, 7-9 p.m., meet at Ford Nature Center, Mill Creek MetroParks, for a hike around Lake Cohasset to enjoy the sights and sounds of nature.

SPECIAL EVENTS

Family Fun Fridays, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Fellows Riverside Gardens, Youngstown. Take part in drop-in activities at the family garden, special guests each week offer yoga, storytelling and more. Free.

JUNE 10-12

ONSTAGE

“American Buffalo,” Youngstown Playhouse, 600 Playhouse Lane, Youngstown. 7:30 p.m. June 10, 11, and 2:30 p.m. June 12. Griffith-Adler Series. Tickets 330-788-8739.

OUTDOOR MUSIC

Classic Fest, Nelson Ledges Quarry Park, 12001 Nelson Ledge Road, Garrettsville. Performances from classic rock tribute bands Kashmir, Limelight, Several Species and more. Admission is $80 for June 10-12 ($65 pre-sale); $55 for June 11-12 ($45 pre-sale). www.nlqp.com or 440-548-2716.

JUNE 11

OUTDOOR MUSIC

ZOSO (Led Zeppelin tribute) and Straight On (Heart tribute), 5:30-8:30 p.m., Warren Community Amphitheater, 321 Mahoning Ave. NW, Warren. $7, children under 12 admitted free with adult. riverrockattheamp.com.

OUTDOORS

12th Annual WOW Bicycle Tour, 7:30 a.m.-3 p.m., meet at Kent State Trumbull Campus, 4313 Mahoning Ave. NW, Warren. Bike 20, 40, or 62 miles along Western Reserve Greenway. Two snack shops during journey and pizza and refreshments served at close. Raffle drawing and prizes. Registration required, $20. www.TrumbullMetroParks.org/WOW.htm.

The Color Run “The Happiest 5K on the Planet”, 8 a.m.-noon, throughout Downtown Youngstown. Each kilometer of the race, participants are doused with a different colored chalk and celebrate at a “Finish Festival.” Register at colorrun.com.

SPECIAL EVENTS

125th Anniversary Trolley Tours, 2-3 and 3:30-4:30 p.m., meet at Ford Nature Center, Mill Creek Park. Enjoy views of the park in this tour on the Cohasset Express. ; Cost is $7 for Mahoning residents, $10 for nonresidents. 330-740-7112.

JUNE 12

OUTDOOR MUSIC

Lawrence County Brass, 6 p.m., Orashan Memorial Civic Center band shell, Waterworth Memorial Park, Salem.

Packard Band’s Summer Band Concert, 7 p.m., South Lawn Band Shell, W.D. Packard Music Hall, 1703 Mahoning Ave. NW, Warren, free admission.

Erie Heights Brass Ensemble, 6-8 p.m., Harding Park, 249 Roosevelt Drive, Hubbard. Free.

Buhl Community Concert Band, 6:30 p.m., Performing Arts Center, Buhl Farm Park, 715 Hazen Road, Hermitage, Pa. 724-981-5522.

Jim Frank Combo, 2-4 p.m., Firestone Park, Columbiana.

SPECIAL EVENTS

Jimmy Buffet Bash, noon-7 p.m., Mastropietro Winery, 14558 Ellsworth Road, Berlin Center. Serving food at outdoor grilling area from 12:30-6 p.m. Music by John McDonald and the Mango Men at 12:30 p.m.

JUNE 13

OUTDOOR MUSIC

Canfield Community Concert Band, 7 p.m., Canfield Village Green, Broad and Main Streets.

SALES, SHOWS

Lowellville Car Cruise and Bike Night, 5-8 p.m., E. Water St., Lowellville. Car show featuring raffles, prizes, food, dancing and music.

SPECIAL EVENTS

On Your Mark- Get Set- Recycle, 11 a.m., Springfield library, 10418 Main St., New Middletown. Peg Flynn and Kim Lewis of the Mahoning County Green Team will read a story, make a recycled craft with guest, and get an environmental action activity book and information for parents. 330-744-8636.

JUNE 14

OUTDOOR MUSIC

Youngstown Area Community Concert Band, 7-8:30 p.m., Austintown Township Park, 6000 Kirk Road.

SALES, SHOWS

Mahoning Valley Olde Car Club Car Cruise, 5-9 p.m, Austintown Senior Center, 112 Westchester Drive.

SPECIAL EVENTS

Mother Goose Olympics, 6 p.m., Poland library, 311 S. Main St. Go for the gold with challenges based on nursery rhymes. Games, crafts, treats and more in the Mother Goose theme. 330-744-8636.

JUNE 15

MUSIC

America, 8 p.m., W.D. Packard Music Hall, 1703 Mahoning Ave. NW, Warren; ticketmaster.com.

OUTDOOR MUSIC

Following June, 7-8:30 p.m., Woodworth Park, 255 Warren Ave., Poland.

Cortland Community Band, 7 p.m., Grace United Methodist Church, Warren.

North Side Jazz, 6:30 p.m., Performing Arts Center, Buhl Farm Park, 715 Hazen Road, Hermitage, Pa. 724-981-5522.

SPECIAL EVENTS

On Your Mark- Get Set- Recycle, 11 a.m., Tri-Lakes library, 13820 Mahoning Ave., North Jackson. Peg Flynn and Kim Lewis of the Mahoning County Green Team will read a story, make a recycled craft with guest, and get an environmental action activity book and information for parents. 330-744-8636.

Family Story Time for Father’s Day, 10-10:30 a.m., Boardman library, 7680 Glenwood Ave. Holiday stories and a gift for dad.

History Alive Youth Workshop: Becoming Edison, 2 p.m., Warren library, 444 Mahoning Ave. NW, by scholar Hank Fincken. 330-399-8807.

JUNE 16

MUSIC

Celtic Woman: Destiny World Tour, 7 p.m., W.D. Packard Music Hall, 1703 Mahoning Ave. NW, Warren; ticketmaster.com.

OUTDOOR MUSIC

Bands at the Baugh: Davis & McKay, 6 p.m., formal garden, south side of Stambaugh Auditorium, 330-259-0555.

Mahoning Valley Concert Band, 7-8:30 p.m., Boardman Park, 375 Boardman- Poland Road. Bring seating. Concessions available.

Rudy and the Professionals, 7-8:30 p.m., McKinley Memorial Library lawn, North Main Street, Niles.

SALES, SHOWS

Thursday Night Car Cruise, 5-8 p.m., Fireplace Restaurant, 2075 E. Western Reserve Road, Poland. Entertainment from DJ Richie D, weekly awards, 50-50 raffle, basket auction, prizes.

SPECIAL EVENTS

Family Tours, 10-11:30 a.m., Mill Creek MetroParks Farm, Canfield. Explore the farm with tractor-wagon rides, guided barn tours, playroom time (register, space is limited) and walks in the MetroParks Bike Trail.

125th Anniversary Trolley Tours, 2-3 and 3:30-4:30 p.m., meet at Ford Nature Center, Mill Creek Park. Enjoy views of the park in this tour on the Cohasset Express. ; Cost is $7 for Mahoning residents, $10 for nonresidents. 330-740+7112.

Bits and Bites of History: David Tod, noon, Tyler History Center, 325 W. Federal St., Youngstown. Learn about the early life, Valley roots and political influence of David Tod in a discussion by Traci Manning. mahoninghistory.org.

JUNE 17

OUTDOOR MUSIC

Noon in the Park: Dixieland Band, noon-1:30 p.m., courthouse square, downtown Warren.

Pipe Dreams, 6-9 p.m., Riverwalk Park, New Castle, Pa. In the event of rain, moves to The Confluence, 214 E. Washington St.

SPECIAL EVENTS

Family Fun Fridays, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Fellows Riverside Gardens, Youngstown. Take part in drop-in activities at the family garden, special guests each week offer yoga, storytelling and more. Free.

On Your Mark- Get Set- Recycle, 11 a.m., Boardman library, 7680 Glenwood Ave. Peg Flynn and Kim Lewis of the Mahoning County Green Team will read a story, make a recycled craft with guest, and get an environmental action activity book and information for parents.

YWCA Women Artists: A Celebration! preview party, 7-9 p.m., YWCA of Youngstown, 25 W. Rayen Ave. 330-746-6361, ext. 102, for reservations. Art exhibition on display June 18-July 15 showcases local, regional and national women artists 18 and older.

JUNE 17-18

ONSTAGE

Shakespeare in the Park, 6-8 p.m., Judge Morley Pavilion, Wick Recreation Area, Mill Creek MetroParks. Mahoning Valley Players, a cast of Shakespearean actors will stage “Much Ado About Nothing.” Bring lawn chair or blanket. Free.

JUNE 17-19

ONSTAGE

“American Buffalo,” Youngstown Playhouse, 600 Playhouse Lane, Youngstown. 7:30 p.m. June 17, 18, and 2:30 p.m. June 19. Griffith-Adler Series. Tickets 330-788-8739.

“Same Time Next Year,” Victorian Players, 702 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown. 7:30 p.m. June 17, 18, 24 and 25; and 2 p.m. June 19 and 26; 330-746-5455.

OUTDOOR MUSIC

The Claypool Lennon Delerium, Nelson Ledges Quarry Park, 12001 Nelson Ledge Road, Garrettsville. Les Claypool of Primus and John Lennon’s son, Sean Lennon, will perform with Dean Ween Group and more. Admission is $90 for June 17-19 ($75 pre-sale); $60 for June 18-19 ($50 pre-sale). www.nlqp.com or 440-548-2716.

JUNE 18

OUTDOOR MUSIC

Absolute Journey (Journey tribute) and Custard Pie (Cleveland classic rock tribute), 5:30-8:30 p.m., Warren Community Amphitheater, 321 Mahoning Ave. NW, Warren. $7, children under 12 admitted free with adult. riverrockattheamp.com.

Brok’n Pic Band, 7 p.m., community plaza, Ellwood City, Pa. Free. Moved to auditorium at Lincoln High School in the event of rain.

SPECIAL EVENTS

Safety Day, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Mosquito Lake Marina, Mosquito Lake State Park, 1439 state Route 305, Cortland. Safety activities for the family and a birds of prey presentation by Birds in Flight Sanctuary.

JUNE 18-19

SALES, SHOWS

Garden Forum Flower Show, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek Park. Presented by Garden Forum of Greater Youngstown.

JUNE 19

OUTDOOR MUSIC

The Sensations, 6 p.m., Performing Arts Center, Buhl Farm Park, 715 Hazen Road, Hermitage, Pa. 724-981-5522.

J.D. Eicher, 7:30-8:45 p.m., Morley Pavilion lawn, Mill Creek Park.

Steve & Diane, 6-8 p.m., Harding Park, 249 Roosevelt Drive, Hubbard. Free.

Nitebridge, 6 p.m., Orashan Memorial Civic Center band shell, Waterworth Memorial Park, Salem.

JUNE 20

MOVIES

Outdoor Movie Series: “Labyrinth” (1986), dusk, Covelli Centre, 229 E. Front St., Youngstown. In the case of rain, movies will be shown the next day at dusk.

OUTDOORS

Summer Solstice at the Farm, 9-11 a.m., MetroParks Bikeway trailhead at MetroParks Farm, Canfield. Welcome summer by exploring the diverse habitats of the Mindy Henning Trail.

SALES, SHOWS

Lowellville Car Cruise and Bike Night, 5-8 p.m., E. Water St., Lowellville. Car show featuring raffles, prizes, food, dancing and music. Featuring Youngstown Lions Turtle Derby.

JUNE 20-24

SPECIAL EVENTS

Summer Manufacturing Institute Camp: Engineering Our Earth, 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m., YWCA of Youngstown, 25 W. Rayen Ave. Innovative summer workshops for youth entering grades 4-6 in the fall. Students will work with geologists and civil engineers to design and build systems to protect waterways. Cost is $150 per week. Scholarships available. Breakfast and lunch included. Register by June 13, 330-746-6361, ext. 125.

JUNE 21

SALES, SHOWS

Mahoning Valley Olde Car Club Car Cruise, 5-9 p.m, Austintown Senior Center, 112 Westchester Drive.

OUTDOOR MUSIC

Frank Gallo, 7-8:30 p.m., Austintown Township Park, 6000 Kirk Road.

SPECIAL EVENTS

125th Anniversary Trolley Tours, 2-3 and 3:30-4:30 p.m., meet at Ford Nature Center, Mill Creek Park. Enjoy views of the park in this tour on the Cohasset Express. ; Cost is $7 for Mahoning residents, $10 for nonresidents. 330-740-7112.

Team Read Balloon Show, 11 a.m., Tri-Lakes library, 13820 Mahoning Ave., North Jackson. Large balloon characters, magic and stories.

On Your Mark- Get Set- Recycle, 11 a.m., Greenford library, 7441 W. South Range Road. Peg Flynn and Kim Lewis of the Mahoning County Green Team will read a story, make a recycled craft with guest, and get an environmental action activity book and information for parents.

Life Size Games, 6:30 p.m., Austintown library, 600 S. Raccoon Road. Play giant versions of classic indoor/outdoor games. For tweens/teens.

JUNE 22

OUTDOOR MUSIC

Jim Frank Combo, 7-8:30 p.m., Woodworth Park, 255 Warren Ave., Poland.

Cortland Community Band, 7 p.m., Lake Vista, Cortland.

Youngstown Community Band, 6:30 p.m., Performing Arts Center, Buhl Farm Park, 715 Hazen Road, Hermitage, Pa. 724-981-5522.

SPECIAL EVENTS

COSI: Current Conditions, 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., Austintown library, 600 S. Raccoon Road. COSI will explore how weather affects the earth, learn about technology used by forecaster, explore meteorological instruments, how to monitor extreme weather events, and a weather event will be created inside the meeting room. 330-744-8636.

Leaping Lizards! It’s Outback Ray, 3 p.m., Sebring library, 195 W. Ohio Ave. Ray will share his knowledge of animals in his Amazing Animal Show. Guests will be able to hold and touch the animals. 330-744-8636.

Carnegie Science Center: Forces Matter and Motion, 2 p.m., Warren library, 444 Mahoning Ave. NW. High impact demonstrations will explore the universal forces. For kids 6-12. 330-399-8807.

JUNE 23

OUTDOOR MUSIC

Following June, 7-8:30 p.m., Boardman Park, 375 Boardman- Poland Road. Bring seating. Concessions available.

Teez, 7-8:30 p.m., McKinley Memorial library lawn, N. Main St., Niles.

SALES, SHOWS

Thursday Night Car Cruise, 5-8 p.m., Fireplace Restaurant, 2075 E. Western Reserve Road, Poland. Entertainment from DJ Richie D, weekly awards, 50-50 raffle, basket auction, prizes.

SPECIAL EVENTS

Family Tours, 10-11:30 a.m., Mill Creek MetroParks Farm, Canfield. Explore the farm with tractor-wagon rides, guided barn tours, playroom time (register, space is limited) and walks in the MetroParks Bike Trail.

Go for the Gold Magic Show with Jeff Wawrzaszek, 2 p.m., Poland library, 311 S. Main St. A magic show with comedy and audience participation. Guests will make an Olympic-themed magic trick to take home.

Matt Jergens Comedy and Juggling, 11 a.m., Springfield library, 10418 Main St., New Middletown. Comedy, music and juggling.

Hungry Hungry Hippos, 2 p.m., Canfield library, 43 W. Main St. Play a live action version of the classic game. Dress in active wear. For tweens/teens. 330-744+8636.

Senior Fun Day, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Boardman Park, 375 Boardman-Poland Road. Exercise, crafts, bingo and lunch at the park for seniors for $1. RSVP 330-726-8107.

Thursday Art Series: Paint and Taste,5:15-7:45 p.m., YWCA of Youngstown, 25 W. Rayen Ave., Youngstown. Susan Jacobs will teach guests to paint. Refreshments and supplies included, $35.

JUNE 24

MUSIC

Easy Street Cabaret Night: “Nashville Comes Home,” 7:30 p.m., Overture Restaurant at DeYor Performing Arts Center, 206 W. Federal St., Youngstown. Featuring singers and songwriters from Youngstown now working in Nashville. 330-744-0264.

OUTDOOR MUSIC

Noon in the Park: Take Too, noon-1:30 p.m., courthouse square, downtown Warren.

Cody Gibson, 7 p.m., Orashan Memorial Civic Center band shell, Waterworth Memorial Park, Salem.

Mercer Community Band “Echoes of the Past,” 7:30 p.m., Mercer County Courthouse Square, Mercer, Pa. Mercer Area Girl Scouts ice cream social held in conjunction with concert, 6-9 p.m. mercercommunityband.com.

SPECIAL EVENTS

Family Fun Fridays, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Fellows Riverside Gardens, Youngstown. Take part in drop-in activities at the family garden, special guests each week offer yoga, storytelling and more. Free.

Astronaut Fitness, 2 p.m., Campbell library, 374 Sanderson Ave. A presenter from the Armstrong Air and Space Museum will discuss how astronauts train for missions and maintain their health, and demonstrate the difficulties of working in a space suit.

Marvels of Motion with Mad Science, 2 p.m., Brownlee Woods library, 4010 Sheridan Road, Youngstown. Learn about Newton’s Laws of Motion while egg-tossing and checking out space age rocket packs.

Dr. T-Rex Dinosaur Show, 4 p.m., Newport library, 3730 Market St., Youngstown. An interactive theater performance with life size puppets portrays events that happened during the Age of Dinosaurs.

Our Zoo to You, 2 p.m., Youngstown library, 305 Wick Ave. Kids will be able to see and touch a variety of exotic animals during this traveling petting zoo.

Stevens Puppets “Wizard of Oz,” 2 p.m., Boardman library, 7680 Glenwood Ave. Puppets bring the tale to life with hand-carved wooden marionettes and a musical score.

Poof Daddy Comedy Magic Show with Paul Adams, 2 p.m., Canfield library, 43 W. Main St. Along with a large group of puppets, Adams performs sleight-of-hand magic to entertain and educate about health. 330-744-8636.

Gussy Up Your Bike, 10 a.m., Poland library, 311 S. Main St. Use crepe paper and other materials to decorate your bike for the Celebrate Poland activities happening later the same day. Outside, weather permitting. Gather at the patio behind the library.

JUNE 24-26

ONSTAGE

“Same Time Next Year,” Victorian Players, 702 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown. 7:30 p.m. June 24, 25, and 2 p.m. June 26. Tickets 330-746-5455.

JUNE 25

OUTDOOR MUSIC

Brass Transit (Chicago tribute) and Abbey Road (Beatles tribute), 5:30-8:30 p.m., Warren Community Amphitheater, 321 Mahoning Ave. NW, Warren. $9, children under 12 admitted free with adult. riverrockattheamp.com.

Generation II, 7 p.m., community plaza, Ellwood City, Pa. Free. Moved to auditorium at Lincoln High School in the event of rain.

OUTDOORS

Steelathon Urban Adventure Run, 8 a.m., Covelli Centre, 229 E. Front St., Youngstown. A 3-mile urban obstacle course race through downtown and the YSU campus. Registration and information at steelathon.com.

SALES, SHOWS

Youngstown Flea Market for Makers, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., 110 Freeman Alley, Youngstown. Dedicated to local/regional vendors of handmade, antique or repurposed goods. 330-565-5483 or youngstownflea.com.

SPECIAL EVENTS

Hooked on Fishing, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Mill Creek MetroParks Farm, Canfield, MetroParks police will teach children about the sport of fishing, all ages welcome. 330-740-7112.

Family Night in the Park, 6-10:30 p.m., Boardman Park, 375 Boardman-Poland Road. Jocko the Clown, bounce arounds and hay rides starting 6 p.m.; entertainment from Color Blind 6:30; entertainer 8:15; movie (at dark), Cinderella. Bring seating; donations of prom dresses will be collected for a local charity during the event. Concessions available.

JUNE 26

OUTDOOR MUSIC

Sunday Jazz Series featuring Top Notes, 2-4 p.m., Warren Amphitheater, 321 Mahoning Ave. In coordination with The Basement Ministries and People Helping People.

Packard Band’s Summer Band Concert, 7 p.m., South Lawn Band Shell, W.D. Packard Music Hall, 1703 Mahoning Ave. NW, Warren, free admission.

Jack Vasko, 6-8 p.m., Harding Park, 249 Roosevelt Drive, Hubbard. Free.

John Trapani Big Band, 6 p.m., Orashan Memorial Civic Center band shell, Waterworth Memorial Park, Salem.

Guys Without Ties, 6 p.m., Performing Arts Center, Buhl Farm Park, 715 Hazen Road, Hermitage, Pa. 724-981-5522.

Steve Fazzini Trio, 2-4 p.m., Firestone Park, Columbiana.

SPECIAL EVENTS

125th Anniversary Trolley Tours, 2-3 and 3:30-4:30 p.m., meet at Ford Nature Center, Mill Creek Park. Enjoy views of the park in this tour on the Cohasset Express. ; Cost is $7 for Mahoning residents, $10 for nonresidents. 330-740-7112.

JUNE 27

MOVIES

Outdoor Movie Series: “Jaws” (1975), dusk, Covelli Centre, 229 E. Front St., Youngstown. In the case of rain, movies will be shown the next day at dusk.

SALES, SHOWS

Lowellville Car Cruise and Bike Night, 5-8 p.m., E. Water St., Lowellville. Car show featuring raffles, prizes, food, dancing and music.

SPECIAL EVENTS

On Your Mark- Get Set- Recycle, 11 a.m., Sebring library, 195 W. Ohio Ave. Peg Flynn and Kim Lewis of the Mahoning County Green Team will read a story, make a recycled craft with guest, and get an environmental action activity book and information for parents. 330-744-8636.

JUNE 27-30

SPECIAL EVENTS

Young Artists Camp, 9-11:30 p.m., YWCA of Youngstown, 25 W. Rayen Ave. Students will learn about various art mediums including sketching, painting, sculpting and graffiti art. An art gallery will display the work of the students will be on display 5 p.m. June 30. 330-746-6561.

Stop! Hip Hop! Camp, 12:30-2:30 p.m., YWCA of Youngstown, 25 W. Rayen Ave. Students will learn a choreographed dance routine that will be performed 5 p.m. June 30. Both YWCA events will be offered in conjunction with Women Artists: A Celebration! show. Students can enroll in one ($30) or both camps ($50). 330-746-6361.

JUNE 28

OUTDOOR MUSIC

Canfield Community Concert Band, 7-8:30 p.m., Austintown Township Park, 6000 Kirk Road.

SALES, SHOWS

Mahoning Valley Olde Car Club Car Cruise, 5-9 p.m, Austintown Senior Center, 112 Westchester Drive.

JUNE 29

OUTDOOR MUSIC

Del Sinchak Band, 7-8:30 p.m., Woodworth Park, 255 Warren Ave., Poland.

5 Live, 7-8:30 p.m., Morley Pavilion lawn, Mill Creek Park.

Randy Velez, 6:30 p.m., Performing Arts Center, Buhl Farm Park, 715 Hazen Road, Hermitage, Pa. 724-981-5522.

SPECIAL EVENTS

Just Keep Swimming, 11 a.m., Austintown library, 600 S. Raccoon Road. An ocean of fun with activities, games, crafts and snacks to celebrate the release of “Finding Dory.”

Get in the Game with Team Nature, 2 p.m., Warren library, 444 Mahoning Ave. NW. Kelly Hardval, education coordinator for Trumbull Soil and Water Conservation district, will offer nature games and activities. For kids 6-12. Registration required. 330-399-8807.

JUNE 30

OUTDOOR MUSIC

Cortland Community Band, 7-8:30 p.m., McKinley Memorial Library, Niles.

122nd Ohio Army National Guard concert, 7-8:30 p.m., Boardman Park, 375 Boardman- Poland Road. Bring seating. Concessions available.

SALES, SHOWS

Thursday Night Car Cruise, 5-8 p.m., Fireplace Restaurant, 2075 E. Western Reserve Road, Poland. Entertainment from DJ Richie D, weekly awards, 50-50 raffle, basket auction, prizes.

SPECIAL EVENTS

125th Anniversary Trolley Tours, 2-3 and 3:30-4:30 p.m., meet at Ford Nature Center, Mill Creek Park. Enjoy views of the park in this tour on the Cohasset Express. ; Cost is $7 for Mahoning residents, $10 for nonresidents. 330-740-7112.

Family Tours, 10-11:30 a.m., Mill Creek MetroParks Farm, Canfield. Explore the farm with tractor-wagon rides, guided barn tours, playroom time (register, space is limited) and walks in the MetroParks Bike Trail.

It’s Animal Magic with Mark Rosenthal, 11 a.m. at Boardman library, 7680 Glenwood Ave., 3 p.m. at Struthers library, 95 Poland Ave., and 7 p.m. at Poland library, 311 S. Main St. The exotic animal rescuer will bring his animal friends and share stories from his books.

Party on the Patio, 5:30-9 p.m., Upstairs Restaurant, 4500 Mahoning Ave., Austintown. Live acoustic music, drink and food specials and gift basket raffle benefiting a local charity.

Thursday Art Series: Hands-On Art Activities for Children, 5-7 p.m., YWCA of Youngstown, 25 W. Rayen Ave., Youngstown. SMARTS will provide free art activities for children. Free. Guests can browse artwork from Young Artists camp participants and a performance from Hip Hop camp participants.