NILES, Ohio – The Mahoning Valley Scrappers will give away a “Major League” bobblehead to the first 1,000 fans who attend the June 28 game at Eastwood Field.
The bobblehead will feature the mohawk baseball head as seen in the famed movie. As a nod to both the Scrappers’ inaugural season and Wild Thing, the fictitious Cleveland Indians pitcher in the movie, the bobblehead’s uniform will bear the number 99.
Fans can guarantee the bobblehead by purchasing a special ticket package that includes a game ticket and $10 loaded value (in-stadium merchandise or concessions). The package is on sale now and starts at $25 per person. For details or to purchase, click HERE.
The Jaggerz to Perform at Potter Playhouse
EAST LIVERPOOL – The Jaggerz, the tri-state rock band that had a gold record in 1970 with “The Rapper,” will perform at 7 p.m. Saturday, April 5, at the Potter Playhouse, 100 Maine Blvd.
The event is presented by the East Liverpool High School Thespian Troupe, with some of the proceeds benefitting the thespians, choir and band.
The auditorium recently received a $1 million renovation, and this will be the first concert since it reopened.
A highlight of the show will be the return of East Liverpool’s Buddy Schneider, who is well-known locally as a member of the Rumors band. Schneider has lent his voice to the Jaggerz vocal harmonies since 2022.
The band is led by original lead singer and bassist Jimmie Ross and includes keyboardist Hermie Granati (B.E.Taylor Christmas shows), who joined the original lineup shortly after “The Rapper” was released.
Tickets are available at Chef Ray’s Restaurant in downtown East Liverpool or at the door on the night of the show. Tickets can also be purchased in advance HERE or by emailing Schneider at schneidman7@yahoo.com.
Sunday Sauce Trail in Lawrence County
NEW CASTLE, Pa. – Visit Lawrence County is bringing back the Sunday Sauce Trail.
The tourism trail is not just for Sundays but every day of the week. It pays homage to the Italian tradition of families and friends gathering on Sundays for dinner.
Digital passports can be downloaded HERE.
Twelve local Italian restaurants and businesses in Lawrence County are represented: Four Pizzeria Bar & Grille, Gallo’s Italian Villa, Ladies of the Dukes, Mangino’s Pizzeria – Mahoningtown, Mangino’s Pizzeria – Neshannock, Nico Luciano’s, Pagley’s Pasta & More, Patsy’s Bar & Grille, Soni’s Italian Restaurant, Valentino Cheese & Dairy Co., VentiSei Wine Bar & Pizzeria and Vinny’s Pizza and Restaurant.
Participants can also make their own Sunday sauce by ordering sauce from Ladies of the Dukes and buying homemade cavatelli from Valentino Cheese & Dairy.
Participants can dine in or get takeout at all 12 establishments and scan the QR code at each location to check in. Points are collected along the way to cash in for prizes such as a T-shirt, apron, ornament or all three.
For information, contact Visit Lawrence County at 724 654 8408 or info@VisitLawrenceCounty.com.
Bags and Baubles Fundraiser at Mr. Anthony’s
BOARDMAN, Ohio – A designer purse event, Bags and Baubles 2025, will take place from 6-8:30 p.m. April 10 at Mr. Anthony’s.
The event is sponsored by the Mahoning County Juvenile Court Community Advisory Board and helps fund charities that help abused, neglected and at-risk youths and families.
Reserved tables of eight are $375, and individual tickets are $50 per person. Purse sponsorships are $600 and include a table for eight. All tickets must be purchased in advance. The event includes a dinner buffet, dessert and full cash bar.
This year’s grand prize purse is a Louis Vuitton Inside Out MM (reversible). Only 400 tickets will be sold for the grand prize. Tickets are $20, three for $50 or seven for $100. The winner does not have to be present to win. To participate online, free of charge, or to purchase raffle tickets or event admission tickets, click HERE.
Exclusive only to those in attendance, the event will feature a Big Board with a grand prize of a trip for two to Las Vegas, valued at $1500. The winner must be present to win. Everyone who purchases a Big Board spot is guaranteed to win a prize, including gift cards to local retailers, restaurants, wristlets, wallets and more. Only 150 tickets will be sold.
Raffle tickets for Designer and Fabulous Purse, the Mystery Purse and general raffle items are available online.
Butler Museum Is a Stop on Creativity Trail
COLUMBUS, Ohio – The Butler Institute of American Art has been selected to be part of the Ohio Creativity Trail, a new self-driving tour that spotlights 109 sites across the state.
The trail highlights the work of Ohio’s past and present writers, musicians, artists and other creatives.
State Rep. Lauren McNally of Youngstown made the announcement Thursday.
The initiative is the second of six planned experiential trails as part of the America 250-Ohio’s signature Trails & Tales program. The Ohio Creativity Trail features sites grouped into six categories: On the Page, Music, Visual Arts, Glass & Pottery, Folk & Traditional Art and Carousels.
Founded in 1919, The Butler Institute of American Art is one of the earliest museums dedicated to preserving the art of America’s past, present and future.
In 2026, the United States will celebrate its semiquincentennial, which is the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. Each state has been encouraged to create a celebration and commemoration of this anniversary to reflect its unique character and contributions. To learn more, click HERE.