National Bucket List Day

April 24 celebrates National Bucket List Day to remind us it’s never too late to set new goals, go on a dream vacation, and inspire people around you to enjoy life to the fullest. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); #NATIONALBUCKETLISTDAY By definition, a bucket list is a list of things a person would like to

Stop Food Waste Day

Food waste worldwide is an alarming issue. That is why on the last Wednesday in April, Stop Food Waste Day raises awareness of the growing concern of food waste. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); #StopFoodWasteDay According to the USDA, Americans waste between 30-40 percent of the food supply. That is near or more than the

Dave and Ed’s Super Swap Meet

Canfield Fairgrounds 7265 Columbiana-Canfield Rd., Canfield, OH, United States

Dave and Ed’s Indoor/Outdoor Swap Meet returns to the Canfield Fairgrounds April 26, 27 & 28, 2024. Show hours are Friday & Saturday, 8am-5pm, and Sunday, 8am-4pm. General admission is $7 per person per day or $10 per person for a weekend pass. Children under 12 are free. For the latest event information, please visit

Dave and Ed’s Super Swap Meet

Canfield Fairgrounds 7265 Columbiana-Canfield Rd., Canfield, OH, United States

Dave and Ed’s Indoor/Outdoor Swap Meet returns to the Canfield Fairgrounds April 26, 27 & 28, 2024. Show hours are Friday & Saturday, 8am-5pm, and Sunday, 8am-4pm. General admission is $7 per person per day or $10 per person for a weekend pass. Children under 12 are free. For the latest event information, please visit

It Shoulda Been You

Hopewell Theatre 702 Mahoning Avenue, Youngstown, OH, United States

The Millennial Theatre Company presents It Shoulda Been You on April 19, 20, 26, 27 at 7:30pm, and April 21, 28 at 2:00pm at The Hopewell Theatre. The bride is Jewish. The groom is Catholic. Her mother is a force of nature. His mother is a tempest in a cocktail shaker. And, when the bride’s

National Record Store Day

On National Record Store Day, owners, employees, and music lovers gather in the place that created a culture of its own. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); #NationalRecordStoreDay From vinyl to digital and back to vinyl again, the brick and mortar store celebrates a love of not just the music, but the art of jacket covers,

Independent Bookstore Day

On the last Saturday in April, Independent Bookstore Day brings together the celebration of classics, entrepreneurship and the joy of browsing through aisles of books. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); #IndependentBookstoreDay Make your way down to your locally owned bookstore where the shop owner knows your interests. Chat with other bibliophiles over collections or discover a

First Ladies Day

National First Ladies Day on the last Saturday in April honors all First Ladies of the United States and commemorates the founding of the First Lady upon President George Washington’s inauguration on April 30, 1789. Martha Washington became First Lady of the United States that day. She and all those who followed in her footsteps

National Pool Opening Day

Each year on the last Saturday in April, National Pool Opening Day encourages pool owners across the country to prepare their swimming pools for a summer of fun, fitness, and enjoyment. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); #PoolOpeningDay Swimming pools offer many benefits including physical exercise, social interaction and psychological benefits. Exercising in a swimming pool

Sense of Smell Day

Held on the last Saturday in April, National Sense of Smell Day celebrates one of the five senses. Our sense of smell is more than a way to know when dinner is ready. It also plays a role as an early warning system, triggers memories, and interacts with our other senses. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle ||

Dave and Ed’s Super Swap Meet

Canfield Fairgrounds 7265 Columbiana-Canfield Rd., Canfield, OH, United States

Dave and Ed’s Indoor/Outdoor Swap Meet returns to the Canfield Fairgrounds April 26, 27 & 28, 2024. Show hours are Friday & Saturday, 8am-5pm, and Sunday, 8am-4pm. General admission is $7 per person per day or $10 per person for a weekend pass. Children under 12 are free. For the latest event information, please visit

Dave and Ed’s Super Swap Meet

Canfield Fairgrounds 7265 Columbiana-Canfield Rd., Canfield, OH, United States

Dave and Ed’s Indoor/Outdoor Swap Meet returns to the Canfield Fairgrounds April 26, 27 & 28, 2024. Show hours are Friday & Saturday, 8am-5pm, and Sunday, 8am-4pm. General admission is $7 per person per day or $10 per person for a weekend pass. Children under 12 are free. For the latest event information, please visit

Men’s Rally In The Valley

Stambaugh Auditorium 1000 Fifth Ave., Youngstown, OH, United States

The Men’s Rally In The Valley will be held on Saturday, April 27 at Stambaugh Auditorium. This is a free event. Doors open at 7:00am. Worship begins at 8:45am. For speakers and more information, visit the Men’s Rally website.

Federal Frenzy 2024

Downtown Youngstown 20 Federal Place, Youngstown, OH, United States

April 27, 2024

Judas Priest Invincible Shield Tour 2024

Covelli Centre 229 East Front Street, Youngstown, OH, United States

Judas Priest Invincible Shield Tour 2024 is coming to the Covelli Centre on April 27, 2024. Special guest is Sabaton. Tickets are available at Ticketmaster.com and at the Southwoods Health Box Office. Ticket prices range from $49.50-$129.50.

It Shoulda Been You

Hopewell Theatre 702 Mahoning Avenue, Youngstown, OH, United States

The Millennial Theatre Company presents It Shoulda Been You on April 19, 20, 26, 27 at 7:30pm, and April 21, 28 at 2:00pm at The Hopewell Theatre. The bride is Jewish. The groom is Catholic. Her mother is a force of nature. His mother is a tempest in a cocktail shaker. And, when the bride’s

American Made – Country Music Songwriter Series

Ford Family Recital Hall – DeYor Performing Arts Center 260 W. Federal St., Youngstown, OH, United States

THIS EVENT IS NOW SOLD-OUT. Songwriters Series is all about country music songwriters, their story, and their songs. The songwriters, with guitar-in-hand, take turns telling the stories behind their hit songs and performing them in the raw, as originally written. Bob DiPiero, a native of the Valley, is the originator and host of the continually

National BraveHearts Day

Each year on April 28, we celebrate National BraveHearts Day to honor the bravery of families dealing with pediatric cancer. During this time, pay tribute and support the families and friends of those involved in the child’s life. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); #NationalBraveHeartsDay #SpotlightHope Navigating through cancer is hard and often scary. Families who

National Superhero Day

Have you ever been rescued from a risky situation or saved from injury or death? Those who come to our aid are called heroes. Some heroes happen to be in the right place at the right time. Others choose to be a hero as a career (though they wouldn’t call themselves heroes.) Other still are

Dave and Ed’s Super Swap Meet

Canfield Fairgrounds 7265 Columbiana-Canfield Rd., Canfield, OH, United States

Dave and Ed’s Indoor/Outdoor Swap Meet returns to the Canfield Fairgrounds April 26, 27 & 28, 2024. Show hours are Friday & Saturday, 8am-5pm, and Sunday, 8am-4pm. General admission is $7 per person per day or $10 per person for a weekend pass. Children under 12 are free. For the latest event information, please visit

Dave and Ed’s Super Swap Meet

Canfield Fairgrounds 7265 Columbiana-Canfield Rd., Canfield, OH, United States

Dave and Ed’s Indoor/Outdoor Swap Meet returns to the Canfield Fairgrounds April 26, 27 & 28, 2024. Show hours are Friday & Saturday, 8am-5pm, and Sunday, 8am-4pm. General admission is $7 per person per day or $10 per person for a weekend pass. Children under 12 are free. For the latest event information, please visit

Kite Festival – Austintown Township Park

Austintown Township Park 6000 Kirk Road, Austintown, OH, United States

A Kite Festival will be held at Stacy Pavilion in Austintown Township Park on Sunday, April 28 from 12:00pm-3:00pm. Free kites to every kid until they are gone! The festival will include face painting, Home Depot projects, Safe Community Exhibit, First Responders: Austintown Police & Fire with special guest “Blaze” the Arson Dog, APD drone

It Shoulda Been You

Hopewell Theatre 702 Mahoning Avenue, Youngstown, OH, United States

The Millennial Theatre Company presents It Shoulda Been You on April 19, 20, 26, 27 at 7:30pm, and April 21, 28 at 2:00pm at The Hopewell Theatre. The bride is Jewish. The groom is Catholic. Her mother is a force of nature. His mother is a tempest in a cocktail shaker. And, when the bride’s

National Peace Rose Day

Each year on April 29th, National Peace Rose Day honors a well-known and fruitful garden rose. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); #NationalPeaceRoseDay The light yellow to large cream-colored flowers of the Peace rose have slightly flushed crimson pink petal edges. It is a hybrid tea rose that is hardy, vigorous, and highly resistant to disease.

Mah Jongg Tournament Fundraiser

A La Cart Catering 429 Lisbon St., Canfield, OH, United States

Registration is now open for the Friends of the Library Canfield Committee’s 5th annual Mah Jongg Tourney. The fundraiser will be held on Tuesday, April 30 from 9am-2pm at A La Cart Catering, 429 Lisbon Street Canfield. Proceeds of the tournament are used to benefit Children’s Programming across all branches of the Public Library of

Cheers to Beers and Careers

Penguin City Beer 460 E. Federal Street, OH, United States

Cheers to Beers and Careers will be held on Wednesday, May 1 from 4-7pm at Penguin City Beer. This family-friendly event celebrates National Skilled Trades Day. Grown-ups: Enjoy a Penguin City brew while your child trick-or-treats inside the brewery. Wear your skilled trades work uniform for $1 off a beer. Boilermakers will be on special.

A Dazzling Tribute of the Timeless Hits by Dionne Warwick & Lou Rawls

Ford Family Recital Hall – DeYor Performing Arts Center 260 W. Federal St., Youngstown, OH, United States

The stellar duo of Debórah Benton & Leonard Julien III, backed by The Walt Barnes Jr. Band, presents a full concert array of timeless hits by Dionne Warwick and Lou Rawls. From Dionne’s “Walk on By”, “Say A Little Prayer”, “Deja Vu”, Then Came You”, to Lou’s “Lady Love”, “Groovy People”, “You’ll Never Find”, “See

National Day of Prayer

The National Day of Prayer is observed annually on the first Thursday in May. This day observance, designated by the United States Congress, asks people “to turn to God in prayer and meditation.” (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); #NationalDayOfPrayer For many, prayer is an integral part of daily life. Prayer offers a rich connection to

National Paranormal Day

Each year on May 3rd National Paranormal Day people who believe in paranormal activities are encouraged to get together and share their experiences with each other. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); #NationalParanormalDay Paranormal is a term used to describe occurrences that can’t be explained by ordinary scientific measures. They are outside the norm. Many words

National Specially-abled Pets Day

Annually on May 3rd, National Specially-abled Pets Day shines a spotlight on the needs of pets with disabilities. #SpeciallyAbledPetsDay This day is set aside to educate the public about caring for disabled pets. The day features disabled animals looking for a home. It also encourages animal lovers to consider choosing a disabled pet when they are

World Press Freedom Day

Every year, May 3 is when the world celebrates the fundamental principles of press freedom. It’s a day to evaluate press freedom around the world, to defend the media from attacks on their independence and to pay tribute to journalists who have lost their lives in the exercise of their profession. At the core of

School Lunch Hero Day

The first Friday in May is School Lunch Hero Day, dedicated to those men and women who make the cafeterias and the schools a better place to be! What was your favorite school lunch? Do you remember the smiling face who served it to you? #SchoolLunchHeroDay For many children, the cafeteria is the first place

National Space Day

National Space Day dedicates the first Friday in May to the extraordinary achievements, benefits, and opportunities in the exploration and use of space. The goal of the observance is to promote math, science, technology, and engineering education in young people, The hope is to inspire them to pursue a career in science, especially a career in

Party on the Lawn ft. RDNA

The Youngstown Foundation Amphitheatre 201 S. Phelps St., Youngstown, OH, United States

JAC Management Group, Youngstown Foundation Amphitheatre, and Wean Park are excited to announce PARTY ON THE LAWN featuring RDNA as part of the Premier Bank Community Event Series and Downtown Youngstown’s First Fridays! Free admission. The concert will be held on Friday, May 3 from 8:00pm-10:00pm at the Youngstown Foundation Amphitheatre.

National Weather Observers Day

National Weather Observers Day on May 4th provides a day for the people who enjoy watching and observing the weather. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); #WeatherObserversDay Weather observers often assist the National Weather Service as Storm Spotters. These hobbyists are valuable resources for communities.  This day is also an opportunity to get out and learn

National Star Wars Day

May the Fourth be with you each year on National Star Wars Day. Or is it, “May the force be with you?” It all depends on whether you like using puns or not. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); #NationalStarWarsDay Thousands of Star Wars enthusiasts celebrate this day each year with parties and celebrations around the

Kentucky Derby Day

The Kentucky Derby is a tradition that takes place on the first Saturday in May. #KentuckyDerby Its long and storied history brings out a taste for mint juleps, colorful sun hats and a thrill for the race.  The jockeys and horses will prepare for the day at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky. The first in the

5K & Kids Fun Run – White House Fruit Farm

White House Fruit Farm 9249 State Route 62, Canfield, OH, United States

Enjoy a true cross-country course through the fields and orchards at White House Fruit Farm. Come catch the orchard in bloom at the 5K Run/Walk & Kids Fun Run on Saturday, May 4. Race Day Registration and check in begins at 8:00am at White House Fruit Farm. All pre-registrants (received by April 8th) will receive

Farm Animal Baby Shower

MetroParks Farm 7574 Columbiana-Canfield Rd., Canfield, OH, United States

Welcome new arrivals to the barns and see who might still be expecting at Mill Creek MetroParks Farm. The Farm Animal Baby Shower will be held on Saturday, May 4 from 11:00am-3:00pm. Mill Creek MetroParks merchandise, tractor-wagon rides, cones with feed for animal feedings, and concession trailers and drinks will be available for purchase. Credit cards

Trivia & Craft Nights

Café Rosé 4491 Mahoning Avenue, Youngstown, OH, United States

Join Café Rosé and Sarah’s Ceramic Studio every First Saturday of the month for a Trivia & Craft Night from 5:30pm-7:30pm! While testing your knowledge, you will craft a specially themed ceramic item, and trivia winners will win a prize basket. Advanced registration is required at www.sarahsceramicstudio.com. Event dates at Café Rosé are: February 3

Turn To Stone: A Tribute to ELO

DeYor Performing Arts Center 260 W. Federal Street, Youngstown, OH, United States

Turn To Stone: A Tribute to ELO will be held on Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 7:30pm in Ford Family Recital Hall at the DeYor Performing Arts Center. Turn To Stone: A Tribute to ELO delivers an unforgettable evening of Electric Light Orchestra’s biggest hits! Experience the magic and nostalgia of the legendary rock band as

Sunset Stroll in the Blossoms

White House Fruit Farm 9249 State Route 62, Canfield, OH, United States

Unwind amidst the peach and apple blossoms while you stroll the orchards at sunset at White House Fruit Farm on Saturday, May 4 at 7:30pm. Enjoy complimentary refreshments or add a charcuterie cup for an elevated experience. Ticket includes light refreshments and private orchard access. This event makes for the perfect date night! Grab a

HARD DAY’S NIGHT Beatles Tribute

Robins Theatre 1600 East Market Street, Warren, OH, United States

WARREN, OHIO – Top-rated touring Beatles tribute, HARD DAY’S NIGHT, is returning to rock n’ roll the Robins Theatre in downtown Warren, Ohio on Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 8 p.m. Hailing from the rock and roll city of Cleveland, Ohio, Hard Day’s Night has been entertaining the masses in America and abroad since 1996.

National Cartoonists Day

Observed on May 5th each year, National Cartoonists day honors all those creative ink-stained artists, past and present, and the fascinating pieces they have created. Throughout the years, their talents bring humor, entertainment into our lives while provoking thought and debate, too. #NationalCartoonistsDay American comic strip writer and artist, Richard Outcault (January 14, 1863 –

National Astronaut Day

National Astronaut Day on May 5th each year celebrates Astronauts as true heroes. The day’s mission is to inspire ALL to “reach for the stars” by sharing “out of this world” Astronaut stories and experiences. #NationalAstronautDay On May 5th, 1961, Astronaut Alan Bartlett Shepard Jr. became the first American in space aboard the Freedom 7

Cinco De Mayo’s Day

Cinco De Mayo’s deeply rooted history in the Franco-Mexican War influenced Mexican-Mexican American communities in the early years of the American Civil War. In the early 1860s, as the Civil War erupted, these communities took up the banner of the Cinco De Mayo celebration as a way to commemorate the cause of freedom and democracy.

Mommy and Me Tea

Boardman Township Park 375 Boardman-Poland Rd., Boardman, OH, United States

Boardman Township Park will host the Mommy and Me Tea on Sunday, May 5 from 11:00am-1:00pm and 3:00pm-5:00pm at the Lariccia Family Community Center. Girls, ages 3-9, along with mom, grandma, or special adult, are invited to attend a semi-formal tea and fashion show. You can choose to attend from either 11:00am to 1:00pm or from