WARREN, Ohio – Businesses and organizations across the Mahoning Valley are being encouraged to join the Corporate and Community Partnership program tied to the Blues, Brews & BBQ Festival, presented by 717 Credit Union, set for Oct. 4 at the Warren Community Amphitheatre.

The program highlights local companies that invest in community-strengthening events. To become a Corporate and Community Partner, businesses purchase a minimum of 25 tickets ($250). In return, partners receive their logo displayed on event monitors, recognition on social media and a public thank-you from the stage during the festival.

“The Corporate and Community Partnership gives businesses a visible way to support an event that celebrates who we are and what makes our community strong,” said Dorian Smith, senior vice president of business development at 717 Credit Union. “It’s a chance to invest in the Valley while giving back to organizations that make a difference every day.”

Businesses interested in becoming a Corporate and Community Partner can call 717 Credit Union at 330 372 8333 or email dsmith@717cu.com.

On the day of the festival, gates will open at 11 a.m. There will be a Fun Zone for children under 12 that includes inflatables and bounce houses, face painting, balloon arts, crafts and free ice cream. Food vendors and entertainment will begin at noon, and 717’s mascot, Dollar Dog, will be onsite from 1 to 2 p.m.

The music lineup includes: 

  • Noon: Warren Community Gospel Choir.
  • 1 p.m.: Damian Knapp.
  • 2 p.m.: Cleveland’s Backstreet Blues Band.
  • 3 p.m.: Sacksville Rhythm & Blues Band.
  • 4 p.m.: Jazz in the Park Allstars.
  • 5 p.m.: Norman Nardini.
  • 6 p.m.: Aaron McCoy and Friends.
  • 7 p.m.: Solomon Hicks.
  • 8 p.m.: Shemekia Copeland.

Tickets are $10. Children under 12 are admitted free. Tickets can be purchased online HERE and, with cash only, at any 717 Credit Union branch, Sunrise Inn and Eastwood Mall.

Net proceeds from the festival will benefit the United Way of Trumbull County, Game Changers and the Greater Warren-Youngstown Urban League.