YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio – Due to unforeseen circumstances, Hopewell Theatre’s production of “Glassheart” has been postponed to July. The play was originally scheduled to open Friday.

Patrons who have purchased tickets will be able to transfer to the new dates in July. The new dates and times will be released soon.

Independence Day Event at Westminster

NEW WILMINGTON, Pa. – For 35 years, Westminster College’s Independence Day celebration has been a summer tradition for families throughout the region. On July 3, the college will once again welcome the community to Brittain Lake for an evening of live music, fireworks and family fun.

The free event will begin at 7:30 p.m. with a performance by River City Brass Band.

The celebration will culminate with a fireworks display at approximately 9:15 p.m.

Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs, blankets and picnic baskets. Food vendors will be available on-site, and free parking will be available throughout campus.

A free-will offering will be accepted.

Because of the event’s popularity, attendees are encouraged to arrive early. In the event of rain, the concert will move to the Anderson Amphitheater.

For parking details and a list of food vendors, click HERE.

Poison Tribute Band Concert at Penguin City

YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio – Summer of ’89 – a  concert featuring Poison tribute band Say Ahh and Steel Reserve – will take place July 25 in the Ballroom at Penguin City Brewing, downtown.

It will be the second show at the new concert venue. The initial concert, featuring Space Frehley and Live Wire, attracted 250 fans.

Tickets for the Summer of ’89 concert are available HERE.

Loop Youngstown Receives $5K Donation

YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio – Loop Youngstown Arts and Culture Center has received a donation of $5,000 from the Slanina Family Fund of the Youngstown Foundation to support its mission of incubating artists and the arts. 

The gift comes at a pivotal moment as Loop opens its new building at 805 Mahoning Ave. The building has been subdivided into 32 art studios, which have all been rented.

In recognition of the gift, one of the studio spaces will be named in honor of the Slanina Family.

The public is invited to attend an open house and dedication ceremony of the building at 1 p.m. Sunday. To RSVP, go to LoopYoungstown.org.

Lit Youngstown Offers Writing Workshops

YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio – Lit Youngstown is offering writing workshops for people of all ages and experience levels this summer. The workshops will begin in June and run through July and August. Seating is limited, and registration is required. Go to LitYoungstown.org to see the classes and register. 

Mancini to Discuss Boxing Career

YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio – Ray “Boom Boom” Mancini will share stories from his boxing career at 7 p.m. Oct. 21 at Ford Family Recital Hall at DeYor Performing Arts Center.

Tickets are free but must be reserved. Click HERE.

The former boxing champion’s address is part of the Mahoning County Bar Association speaker series.

Artwork Exhibition at Jewish Community Center

YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio – Artwork by Sam Mastorides will be on exhibit in the Thomases Family Endowment of the Youngstown Area Jewish Federation Art Gallery from June 8 to July 26. A reception will take place at 5 p.m. June 8. The JCC is at 505 Gypsy Lane.

Mastorides, of Youngstown, is an interdisciplinary artist whose work explores the intersections of nature, physical reality and the fantastical. 

Speed Friending Event at the Hoyt

NEW CASTLE, Pa. – Arts & Education at the Hoyt’s next speed-friending event will take place from 10-11:30 a.m. June 13.

It’s an opportunity for adults, young and old, to get to know each other.

The short, structured event consists of rounds of conversation centered around icebreaker prompts.  

This month’s focus is a Craft Supply Exchange, allowing makers the opportunity to source new materials and relationships. 

Got a box of beads you haven’t touched? Extra yarn or fabric from a past project? A stack of scrapbook paper that hasn’t made its way into an album? Give your old paints, buttons, stamps, florals, pencils and other arts and craft supplies a new life in someone else’s hands and walk away with new materials to inspire your next project.

If you don’t have anything to swap, the Hoyt has an abundance of leftover materials that are free to those who attend.

The event will take place on the third floor of Hoyt East. Light refreshments will be served. Admission is free. Register at HoytArtCenter.org or by calling 724 652 2882. Walk-ins are welcome.

Candle Company Lunch at Women’s Club

COLUMBIANA, Ohio – The Columbiana Women’s Club will present a Lunch & Learn session with Melissa Smith of 1820 Candle Co. of East Palestine at 1 p.m. June 13.

Space is limited. Reservations must be made by calling 330 692 2099. Cost is $20 per person, cash or check only.

Medici Museum Expands Its Hours

HOWLAND, Ohio – Medici Museum of Art has expanded its hours of operation.

The museum is now open from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays.

It will remain closed Monday through Wednesday and on major holidays.

Pictured at top: Hopewell Theatre will reschedule its upcoming production of “Glassheart.”