Youngstown CityScape is inviting the community to participate in its 28th annual Planting Day. The event will occur 9 a.m.-noon, Saturday, May 31. This year’s theme is “Streetscape 2025 – Peace, Love & Flowers.” CityScape is seeking volunteers to clean and beautify the downtown area in preparation for summer. Participants will be needed to plant, […] The post Youngstown CityScape seeks volunteers for annual Planting Day appeared first on Metro Monthly ..read more

Penn State Extension will offer two webinars aimed at helping participants protect their identity. “Your Money Matters: Identity Theft” will take place from noon to 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday, April 1, and from 7 to 8:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 17. Both webinars will cover the same materials. This webinar is designed for the public, […] The post Penn State financial webinars to cover identity theft appeared first on Metro Monthly ..read more

YSU’s Cliffe College, Dana School of Music, McDonough Museum of Art for April, May | The Metro Monthly Calendar covers greater Youngstown-Warren, Columbiana and western Pennsylvania. Cliffe College Performing Arts Series Imani Winds. University Theater, Spotlight Arena Theater, Bliss Hall. YSU, 547 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-941-3105. ysu.tix.com…. The Cliffe College Performing Arts Series presents […] The post YSU’s Cliffe College, Dana School of Music for April, May appeared first on Metro Monthly ..read more

Mahoning Valley Historical Society is currently seeking nominees for its Historic Preservation Awards. The annual program recognizes outstanding revitalization projects and people who have made an impact on preservation in the local community. The MVHS Historic Preservation Awards are sponsored by Schwebel Family Foundation. Call-for-entry details are being sent to members and various businesses, organizations, […] The post MVHS seeks nominees for Historic Preservation Awards appeared first on Metro Monthly ..read more

Former WFMJ-TV news personality Caroline Collins, who is now an evening news anchor and content creator at KRIV-TV Fox 26 in Houston, will discuss the changing media landscape at the April 21 annual meeting and dinner of the Youngstown Press Club. Her topic will be “Local Voices, Global Reach: The Digital Transformation of News.” The […] The post Caroline Collins to address Youngstown Press Club April 21 appeared first on Metro Monthly ..read more

The VA Northeast Ohio Healthcare System will honor Girard native and Medal of Honor recipient Pfc. Kenneth J. David during its National Vietnam War Veterans Day commemoration ceremony on Friday. The event occurs 9 a.m., Friday, March 28 at the Louis Stokes Cleveland VA Medical Center, 10701 East Blvd., Cleveland, Ohio 44106. David, a U.S. […] The post VA to honor Girard serviceman at Vietnam War Veterans Day appeared first on Metro Monthly ..read more

The Youngstown Press Club is seeking applications for $4,000 scholarships it will award this year. The application deadline is April 1. The awards will go to college juniors or seniors residing in the Mahoning or Shenango valleys, who are majoring in journalism or a related field. Related fields include communication, broadcasting, marketing, advertising and public […] The post Youngstown Press Club seeks applications for $4,000 scholarships appeared first on Metro Monthly ..read more

Computer tech education classes for April/May 2025 | Programs at area libraries cover computer education, technology and the internet. Many include skills needed for the workplace. Classes are free, but registration is required. MAHONING COUNTY Computer education Mac Monday: Mac Basics II. Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Learn more about Mac […] The post Computer tech education classes for April/May 2025 appeared first on Metro Monthly ..read more

MetroParks recreation, nature programs for April | Programs include children’s and family activities, hikes and nature walks. Bird walks Birding the Sanctuary. Mill Creek Wildlife Sanctuary, 2650 W. Calla Road, Canfield 44406. 330-702-3000. www.mil…. Join Jeff Harvey on this 1.25-mile hike. Call 330-740-7107, extension 129 to register by April 17. Boots required. 8-9:30 a.m., Saturday, […] The post MetroParks recreation, nature programs for April appeared first on Metro Monthly ..read more

Art museums, galleries for April, May 2025 | Find upcoming art exhibits for Youngstown-Warren, Akron, Cleveland, Pittsburgh and western Pennsylvania. MAHONING VALLEY Arms Family Museum of Local History. 648 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44502. 330-743-2589. mahoninghistory.org…. Houses the furnishings of Wilford and Olive Arms and local history exhibits (permanent and changing). Continuing: “Behind the Scenes: Servants […] The post Art museums, galleries for April, May 2025 appeared first on Metro Monthly ..read more