YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio – The Youngstown summer movie series for this summer will include eight free offerings, each starting at 9 p.m., on the front lawn of Covelli Centre.
Here is the lineup. In the event of rain, screenings will be moved to the following evening. Guests can bring blankets and lawn chairs. Concessions will be sold.
- June 22: “Minecraft” (2025).
- June 29: “Men in Black” (1997).
- July 6: “Superman” (2025).
- July 13: “Good Burger (1997).
- July 20: “How to Train Your Dragon” (2025).
- July 27: “Free Willy” (1993).
- Aug. 3: “Frankenweenie” (2012).
- Aug. 10: “Lilo & Stitch” (2025).
Loop Seeks Applicants for Artist Fellowship
YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio – With the recent acquisition of its new building, Loop Youngstown Arts and Culture Center is accepting applications for its Emerging Artist Fellowship, a program designed to support artists in the early stages of their careers.
This fellowship is intended for artists working in the visual or literary arts within roughly their first 10 years of serious practice. They may still be developing a substantial body of work but are actively shaping their artistic voice and building experience through exhibitions, performances, publications, grants or awards.
Running from June 1 through April 30, 2027, the fellowship offers selected artists a free studio at Loop Youngstown’s new arts space at 805 Mahoning Ave., along with a monthly stipend for materials and supplies. Fellows will work with Loop staff to develop opportunities for public engagement and participate in professional development and networking activities.
“The leap from emerging to established artist normally requires courage, determination and a bit of luck,” said Karen Schubert, chairperson. “But in these volatile times, it’s critically important we offer a hand up.”
The deadline to apply is May 1. Applicants must be at least 21 years old by the fellowship start date and may not be currently enrolled in, or planning to enroll in, a degree-granting program during the fellowship period. For information, go to LoopYoungstown.org.
Exhibition of Works by Disabled Artists
YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio – The Butler Institute of American Art is one of six locations in Ohio selected to host the Accessible Expressions Ohio Exhibition – the only statewide arts event for disabled artists, from youth to professional.
This event, which will celebrate 58 artists from various backgrounds and skill sets, will open with a public reception from 1-3 p.m. Sunday, April 12. Admission is free to the public.
The reception will include an awards ceremony.
A workshop on making Recovery flags, led by the Remember Love Recovery Project, a nonprofit charitable organization whose goal is to destigmatize addiction disorder and end overdoses, will take place. Music will be provided by The Feral Cats of Youngstown, a talented group of adults with disabilities.
For information, go to ButlerArt.com.
Artist to Discuss Work at Burchfield Homestead
SALEM, Ohio – Craig Wetzel, a professional artist, author and printer known for his fantastical illustrated maps and fanciful house portraits, will make a presentation during the Burchfield Homestead Society’s annual meeting at 2 p.m. Sunday, April 12, at the Burchfield Homestead, 867 E. Fourth St.
Wetzel has exhibited and sold his art internationally. He was recently featured in the magazine My Hometown East Liverpool, Ohio, talking about his latest venture, Keystone Printing, where his original cards, books and posters are available.
At Sunday’s event, he will speak about his artistic inspiration and his life and work as an artist.
The public is welcome to the annual meeting and other events at the Homestead. The Homestead Society’s annual membership dues, which are $10 per person, can be paid on-site.
The Homestead is open from 1-4 p.m. Sundays from May through October. To arrange a group tour or a special tour by appointment, call 330 717 0092 at least three days in advance.
Adult Bicycles Can be Donated
YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio – An adult bicycle donation drive will take place from noon to 4 p.m. Saturday, April 12, at West Side Bowl, 2617 Mahoning Ave.
Sponsored by Thrive Mahoning Valley, the drive invites community members to donate new or gently used adult bikes, tools, accessories and parts. Last year’s event took in almost 50 bicycles.
Voice of Hope Dinner at Eastwood Event Centre
NILES, Ohio – The annual Voice of Hope Dinner will take place April 30 at the Eastwood Event Centre.
Doors will open at 5 p.m. with a cocktail reception. Dinner service will begin at approximately 6:20 p.m.
Rev. William B. Kraynak and Knights of Columbus Council No. 360 will be recognized with Voice of Hope Awards for their support of Catholic Charities.
The dinner is presented by the Most Rev. David J. Bonnar, bishop of Youngstown; Catholic Charities and the Diocese of Youngstown.
It will include a video presentation, entertainment from Backbeat with John Reese, raffles, prizes, dinner and dessert. For information or to purchase a ticket, go to CCDoY.org.
Bicyclists Can Sign Up for Columbiana Run
COLUMBIANA, Ohio – On May 3, bicyclists from across the region will take part in Spring in Columbiana County, Ohio, a bicycle run presented by the Out-Spokin’ Wheelmen bicycling club.
The event will begin at 8 a.m. at Mirror Lake Pavilion in Firestone Park, 347 E. Park Ave.
The main cycling routes are 31- or 34-mile loops through small towns and scenic countryside, which include the Little Beaver Creek Greenway Trail.
Participants will ride at their own pace over the marked, color-coded loops between 8 a.m. and 3 p.m., with support vehicles available for riders needing assistance.
The event will take place rain or shine.
A snack stop will be set up at the rail station in downtown Lisbon.
After completing the 31- or 34-mile loop, riders will receive lunch.
New to the event this year is a chili cook-off, in which riders can vote for their favorite chili.
After lunch, participants can ride an additional 28-mile loop to achieve a total of up to 62 miles.
The fee is $30 for advance registration or $35 on the day of the event. The ride fee includes the snack and lunch. Helmets must be worn.
Riders can register online at OutSpokinWheelmen.com or in person from 8-10 a.m. May 3 in Firestone Park.
For information, call Ed Christian at 412 389 0895.
Ohio Travel Guide Is Now Available
COLUMBUS, Ohio – The 2026 Ohio Travel Guide, a free resource designed to help Ohioans and visitors explore what’s new and noteworthy across the state, is now available.
This year’s cover highlights Playhouse Square in Cleveland, the largest performing arts center in the country outside of New York.
Organized into five regions, the guide offers a mix of well-known destinations and under-the-radar finds, with input from Ohioans who know their communities best. It’s built for real trips – weekends away, family outings and spontaneous adventures. Readers will also find interviews with notable Ohioans – leaders, creators and entrepreneurs making an impact in their communities.
The guide is available now in both digital and print formats and can be requested for free at Ohio.org. Printed copies will also be available at key locations across Ohio, including state agencies, county convention and visitors bureaus, airports, libraries, state park lodges, Ohio Turnpike service plazas, rest areas and welcome centers.
Free Arts Workshop for Students
LISBON, Ohio – The Lisbon Arts Initiative will present Art Building Community Developing Expression, a free arts-based program for youths in grades K-5, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. April 18 at the New Lisbon Presbyterian Church.
The workshop will give students a chance to learn and expand their experiences in the arts as they participate in workshops taught by local artists in dance, comedy, music and art.
“This second workshop, just like the first, will be a fun way for kids to experience some of the variety in arts and performance and begin to think about what forms of expression they like best, what touches their heart,” said Mark Hamilton, Lisbon Arts Initiative president and owner of Source Gallery.
Parents have the option of signing up their kids in advance or just showing up on the day of the workshops. Children are asked to bring their own box lunch and water or drink. Water will
be provided for the kids. The children will need to attend the entire time and cannot arrive and leave at any time. Parental stay is optional.
Adults and local high school Honor Society student volunteers will also be on-site at each workshop and escort the students from one arts project to another.
For information on this free event, contact Hamilton at mark@lisbonartsinitiative.org or call 330 549 5100.
Summer Art Camp for High Schoolers at YSU
YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio – The Youngstown State University Department of Art will host its first Summer Art Camp from June 22-26 in Bliss Hall.
Designed for students ages 13-18 (rising ninth-12th graders), the camp runs daily from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. and provides participants with hands-on studio experience across a range of artistic media, including painting, printmaking, photography and graphic design.
Throughout the week, students will receive instruction and personalized feedback from college-level art faculty in a workshop-style format that encourages experimentation and creative growth. In addition to developing studio skills, participants will have the opportunity to connect with peers who share similar interests and gain insight into what it means to study art at the collegiate level.
The camp will conclude with an exhibition of student work in a YSU gallery.Cost is $325 for the week, which includes lunch each day. The deadline to register is June 5.
Early registration is encouraged. Register and learn more HERE.