Girard High School’s Robotics Golf Outing, Mahoning Country Club, 710 E. Liberty St., Girard; for more information call 330-545-2596, ext. 151. 9 a.m. Call for entry information.
The MammoVan, YWCA, 25 W. Rayen Ave., Youngstown; for more information call Patricia Phillips at 330-746-6361. Those eligible will receive a mammogram from this mobile mammography unit. 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Monthly: Hospice of the Valley Common Bond, Vienna United Methodist Church, 4265 Warren-Sharon Road; for more information call Hospice of the Valley at 330-788-1992 or 1-800-640-5180. The group focuses on one grief topic a year, and it meets the third Monday of the month. 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Get Grossed Out, Public Library, Springfield Branch, 10719 Main St., Springfield; 330-542-2715. Stories and activities for those in grades 1-4. 11 a.m.
Down, Down, Down With the Sheriff’s Dive Team, Public Library, Boardman Branch, 7680 Glenwood Ave., Boardman; 330-758-1414. Discover life under water with Commander Bill Hack of the Mahoning County Sheriff’s Dive Team. For school-age children. 2 p.m.
Pest Fest Contest, Public Library, Struthers Branch, 95 Poland Ave., Struthers; 330-755-3322. Create a bug from craft materials, listen to a story, play games, and more. For children in grades 6 and younger. 2 p.m.
The Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support Group, Antonine Sister’s Adult Day Center, 2691 N. Lipkey Road, North Jackson. Open to all caregivers, family members, and friends with a loved one with memory problems. For more information call 330-533-3300 or 1-800-272-3900. 2 p.m. Free.
Habitat for Humanity Monthly Meeting, St. John’s Episcopal Church, 323 Wick Ave., Youngstown; for more information call 330-743-7244 or visit www.hfhofmc.org. Meetings held the third Monday. 6:30 p.m.
Monthly: Mahoning County Chapter of the Ohio Genealogical Society Meeting, St. Charles Church, 7325 Westview, Boardman; for more information call Janet at 330-758-6366. The group meets the third Monday of the month. 7 p.m.
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The MammoVan, ACOP Center, 2051 Niles Road, Warren; for more information call Patricia Phillips at 330-746-6361. Those eligible will receive a mammogram from this mobile mammography unit. 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Akron Zoo Visit, Public Library, Liberty Branch, 415 Churchill-Hubbard Road, Youngstown; 330-759-2589. For children of all ages. 11 a.m. Free.
Blood Pressure Screening, Public Library, Poland Branch, 311 S. Main, Poland; 330-757-1852. Held by the Mahoning Chapter of the American Red Cross. 1-4 p.m. Free.
Pest Fest Contest, Public Library, Campbell Branch, 374 Sanderson Ave., Campbell; 330-755-4227. Create a bug from craft materials, listen to a story, play games, and more. For children in grades 6 and younger. 2 p.m.
Akron Zoo Visit, Public Library, Cortland Branch, 212 North High St., Cortland; 330-638-6335. Visit the animal ambassadors at the library. For children of all ages. 2 p.m. Free.
Farmers’ Market, Federal Plaza, downtown Youngstown at Market Street; for more information e-mail cwelm@aol.com. The market is held again July 29. 3-6 p.m.
Health and Wellness Walks, Mill Creek Metro Parks, Youngstown; 330-702-3000. Meet at MetroParks Bikeway Trailhead at Kirk Road for a 2-4 mile hike. 6 p.m.
Mahoning Valley Scrappers, Eastwood Field, Niles; 330-505-0000 or 1-888-388-7600. The Scrappers will take on Aberdeen Ironbirds. 7:05 p.m.$9, $7.
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Christmas Countdown, Public Library, Boardman Branch, 7680 Glenwood Ave., Boardman; 330-758-1414. Hear holiday stories and learn clay-and soap-making techniques. For children of all ages. 10-11 a.m.
Junior Naturalists, Ford Nature Center, Mill Creek MetroParks, Youngstown; 330-740-7107. Children entering grades 5-7 will participate in various park activities. Runs again July 24. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. $35, $30.
Summer Workshop: Gladiators, Art Outreach Gallery, Eastwood Mall, Niles; for more information call Gail at 330-219-7833 or call the Eastwood Mall office at 330-652-6980. A fitness workshop for children ages 6-8. 1-2 p.m.
Computer Classes: Basic Computers, McKinley Memorial Library, 40 N. Main, Niles; 330-652-1704. 1-3 p.m. Free.
It’s Hard Bee-ing a Bug When Life Gets Buggy, Public Library, West branch, 2815 Mahoning, Youngstown; 330-799-7171. Children of all ages are invited to see a movie. Call to sign up. 2 p.m.
Pest Fest Contest, Public Library, Brownlee Woods branch, 4010 Sheridan Road, Youngstown; 330-782-2512. Create a bug from craft materials, listen to a story, play games, and more. For children in grades 6 and younger. 2 p.m.
Spin a Web of Good Stories, Public Library, Austintown branch, 600 S. Raccoon, Austintown; 330-792-6982. Stories, games, and a craft for children of all ages. 6:30 p.m.
7Up Summerfest Spectacular: Concert, Yellow Creek Park, Mill Creek Metro Parks, Youngstown; 330-702-3000. Featuring The Fuzz. 7 p.m.
Concerts at the Commons, Commons at Greenbriar, 8060 South Ave., Boardman; 330-758-8855. Featuring The Al Hreno Orchestra. 7-8:30 p.m.
Monthly: Write On, Write Now, Work in Process Creative Writing Workshop, Pig Iron Press, 26 N. Phelps St., Youngstown; 330-747-6932. Pig Iron Literary and Art Works and Jim Villani, center director, continue their creative writing workshop the fourth Wednesday of each month. Sessions include readings of works and a discussion. Walk-ins or occasional visitors are welcome. 7-9 p.m. $3.
Mahoning Valley Scrappers, Eastwood Field, Niles; 330-505-0000 or 1-888-388-7600. The Scrappers will take on Aberdeen Ironbirds. 7:05 p.m.$9, $7.
music at nightspots
Avalon Gardens, Bobby Remp.
Club Leon’s, Rudy and the Professionals.
Kuzman’s, Carl Severino.
Up a Creek, Guys Without Ties. 7 p.m.
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Parish Festival, St. Rose, 48 E. Main St., Girard; for more information call the Diocese of Youngstown at 330-744-8451. The fest runs through July 27.
Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Italian Festival, Our Lady of Mt. Carmel, 343 Via Mt. Carmel, Youngstown. This year is also Mt. Carmel’s 100th birthday. A parade will be held today at noon in downtown Youngstown. The fest runs through July 27. For more information call Tony Trolio at 330-757-2779 or visit www.ourladyofmtcarmel.net.
Spin a Tale, Public Library, Sebring Branch, 195 W. Ohio Ave., Sebring; 330-938-6119. Listen to tales of Anansi the Spider. For children of all ages. 10 a.m.
Kayaking: Bobbin’ Along, Mill Creek Metro Parks, Youngstown; 330-702-3000. Help clean up the shores of Lake Glacier. A special prize will be awarded to the person who collects the most litter. Meet at Lake Glacier Boat House. 10 a.m.-noon. Free.
Blood Pressure Screening, Public Library, Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown; 330-744-8636. Held by the Visiting Nurse Association of Mahoning County. 10 a.m.-noon.
Buggy About Crafts, Public Library, Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown; 330-744-8636. For children ages 2-5. 10 a.m. or 3 p.m.
Iguana Rob, Public Library, Brookfield Branch, 7032 Grove St., Brookfield; 330-448-8134. For children of all ages. See Rob and his animal friends. 11 a.m. Free.
The Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support Group, Alzheimer’s Association, Building B, Suite 301, 3695 Boardman-Canfield Road, Canfield. Open to all caregivers, family members, and friends with a loved one with memory problems. For more information call 330-533-3300 or 1-800-272-3900. 1:30 p.m. Free.
Visit the Magical World of Bugs With Mr. Zap, Public Library, Canfield Branch, 43 W. Main St., Canfield; 330-533-5631. Meet Antonio the Acrobatic Flea, Bob the Bookworm, and Rocky the Raccoon. 2 p.m.
Iguana Rob, Public Library, Howland Branch, 9095 East Market St., Warren; 330-856-2011. Children of all ages are invited to meet Rob and his animal friends. 2 p.m. Free.
Grant Center: Introduction to the Foundation Directory Online, Public Library, Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown; 330-744-8636. Learn how to create customized searches to develop targeted lists of foundations that will match your organization’s funding needs. Registration is required. 6:30 p.m.
Outdoor Concert, Boardman Park, 365 Boardman-Poland Road, Boardman; 330-726-8107. Featuring The Del Sinchak Band. Held at the Maag Outdoor Arts Theatre. Bring lawn chairs or blankets. 7 p.m. Free.
Lawn Concert, McKinley Memorial Library, 40 N. Main, Niles; 330-652-1704. Featuring Church Street Blues. 7-8:30 p.m.
Mahoning Valley Scrappers, Eastwood Field, Niles; 330-505-0000 or 1-888-388-7600. The Scrappers will take on Aberdeen Ironbirds. 7:05 p.m.$9, $7.
music at nightspots
Avalon Gardens, Frank Castellano. 6 p.m.
Cedar’s, Swing Night.
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Humility Conference III: Imagine New Ways of Leadership, Villa Maria Community Center, 1 mile east of the Ohio state line, south of State Route 422 on Evergreen Road, Villa Maria, Pa.; 724-964-8920, ext. 3241 or e-mail Bsitko@humilityofmary.org. The conference runs through July 26. $105 (full weekend), $90 (Saturday workshop), $25 (Friday night workshop).
Summer Hookah Weekend, Nelson Ledges Quarry Park, 12001 State Route 282, Nelson; for more information call Evan Kelley at 440-548-2716 or e-mail nlqp@modex.com. Featuring Ekoostik Hookah and Buckethead. The fest runs through July 27.
Litterbug Alert With the Green Team, Public Library, Austintown branch, 600 S. Raccoon, Austintown; 330-792-6982. Mahoning County’s Green Team will read “The Wartville Wizard,” by Don Madden and present an interactive skit. For children in preschool through grade 3. 11 a.m.
Noon in the Park, Courthouse Park, downtown Warren; for information, call 330-399-1212 or visit www.trumbullarts.org. Featuring The Smoothies. Noon-1 p.m.
E. Boardman Street Festival, East Boardman Street, downtown Youngstown; for more information call Cafe Cimmento at 330-740-0166. A night of Italian cuisine and entertainment. 5 p.m.-midnight.
5th Annual Marquee Awards Nominee Party, The Rosetta Stone Cafe, downtown Youngstown; for more information call the Youngstown Area Community Theatre Awards office at 330-799-6176 or visit www.marqueeawards.com. 5 p.m.
Garden Party — Fabulous at 50, Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek MetroParks, Youngstown; 330-740-7116. Celebrate the Golden Anniversary at this annual fundraiser. Call for reservations. 6 p.m. $75.
Camp Family Night, Davis YMCA, 45 McClurg Road, Boardman; 330-480-5656. There will be a barbecue and talent show. Sign up by July 23. 6-8 p.m. $5 (per family).
Baseball: Mahoning Valley Scrappers, Eastwood Field, Niles; 330-505-0000 or 1-888-388-7600. The Scrappers will take on Jamestown Jammers. 7:05 p.m.$9, $7.
WWE Raw’s Summerslam Tour, Chevrolet Centre, 229 East Front St., Youngstown; for more information or for tickets call 330-747-1212 or 1-866-448-7849. $60, $40, $30, $20. 7:30 p.m.
Concert: Foo Fighters, Quicken Loans Arena, One Center Court, Cleveland; 1-800-332-2287. Featuring special guests, Supergrass. 7:30 p.m. $47, $40.50, $27.
music at nightspots
Cedar’s, The Weedhawks.
Down the Hatch, Road Doggs.
Drunken Jacks Saloon, House Band.
Fifth Season, Ed Gorse.
Harry & Jean’s, Joe Augustine.
Kuzman’s, Eddie’s Edsels.
Mastropietro Winery, Colleen and Rick.
Royal Oaks, Starlight Darlings.
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Book Discussion, Ford Nature Center, Mill Creek MetroParks, Youngstown; 330-740-7107. Read David Baron’s “The Beast in the Garden.” 10 a.m.
Parent’s Night Out, Davis YMCA, 45 McClurg Road, Boardman; 330-480-5656. A night of fun for children so parents can relax and enjoy themselves. Children ages 3 months through 9 years will be babysat. Dinner, games, and a movie will be provided. The 6-9 year olds will also get time to swim in the pool. Register by noon, July 25. 4-8 p.m. $28 (first child), $7 (additional child).
Book and Movie Discussions, Public Library, Liberty Branch, 415 Churchill-Hubbard Road, Youngstown; 330-759-2589. View the film based on J.K. Rowling’s book “Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix,” then join in a discussion about the movie and book. 1 p.m. Free.
Hike: Explore Beaver Township Nature Preserve, Mill Creek Metro Parks, Youngstown; 330-702-3000. Join a 1.5 mile hike that will explore the Nature Preserve Trails. Meet at the pavilion in the preserve located on State Route 165. Call Ford Nature Center for directions at 330-740-7107. 2 p.m.
Youngstown Rocks the Arts, Champion Street, downtown Youngstown; 330-398-4565 or e-mail joy@artyoungstown.org. Join Art Youngstown Inc. and the Royal Oaks for Artists at Work, Beer Tasting/VIP, local bands, tattoo artists, piercing artists, fortune telling, and more. 3- 11 p.m.
Sharon Speedway Event, Sharon Speedway, 3241 Custer Orangeville Road, Hartford; for more information e-mail Marcie at sprintcarfan@zoominternet.net. Featuring World of Outlaws Late Models and Pure. 4 p.m. (grandstands open), 6 p.m. (racing begins). $11, $5, free.
World Premiere of “Fine-Tune”, The DeYor Performing Arts Center, 260 Federal Plaza West, downtown Youngstown; for more information e-mail Vic at finetunethemovie@gmail.com. The premiere is by invitation only, but will be followed by a public post party at Cedars Lounge. 7-10 p.m. (premiere), 10:30 p.m. (post party).
Baseball: Mahoning Valley Scrappers, Eastwood Field, Niles; 330-505-0000 or 1-888-388-7600. The Scrappers will take on Jamestown Jammers. 7:05 p.m.$9, $7.
Arena Football: Mahoning Valley Thunder, Chevrolet Centre, 229 East Front St., Youngstown; for more information call 330-758-4232. The Thunder plays Green Bay. 7:05 p.m. $12-50.
music at nightspots
Cedars, Fine-Tune Party featuring Pete Drivere and the Pretty Demons, Matt Palka and the Caravan, The Zou, and Koebel.
Club Leon’s, Huckin’ Fillbillies.
County Maigh Eo, Driving Wheel. 9 p.m.
Down the Hatch, Road Doggs.
Drunken Jack’s Saloon, Shake Down.
Harry & Jean’s, Joe Augustine.
Ice House Inn, Edison’s Medicine.
Kuzman’s, Bob Zolka.
Mastropietro Winery, Kool Knights Band.
McMenamy’s, Frankie and the Sensations.
Royal Oaks, Youngstown Tramps, Undercover Saints.
Selah Cafe, Jim Figley. 6 p.m.
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Sunfest, Mill Creek Metro Parks, Wick Recreation Area, Youngstown; 330-702-3000. Featuring a golf skills contest (9 a.m.-noon); a walk around Wick (11 a.m.); a sand sculpture competition (1-4 p.m.); and an outdoor concert at 5:30 p.m. Some events cost a small fee.
Serbian Day Picnic, Holy Trinity Serbian Orthodox Church, 53 Laird Ave., Youngstown; 330-799-7736 or 330-550-6628. Featuring music by Libby’s “Zenski” Tamburitzans (Noon-4 p.m.) and Djuro Klipa (4-9 p.m.). Also featuring food, games, and more. Noon. $3.
Meditation in Movement, Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek MetroParks, Youngstown; for more information call Julie Thomas at 330-941-1735. Call to register. Noon-2 p.m. $10, $5 (for students with an I.D.).
Guided Tour of Fellows Riverside Gardens, Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek MetroParks, Youngstown; 330-740-7116. Take part in a walk around the Gardens. A guide will point out highlights while sharing anecdotes and history. Sign in at the information desk on the afternoon of the tour. 2-3:30 p.m.
7Up Summerfest Spectacular: Concert, Yellow Creek Park, Mill Creek Metro Parks, Youngstown; 330-702-3000. Featuring That 60s Band (at 5:30 p.m.), and Redline (at 7 p.m.).
Mahoning Valley Scrappers, Eastwood Field, Niles; 330-505-0000 or 1-888-388-7600. The Scrappers will take on Jamestown Jammers. 6:05 p.m.$9, $7.
music at nightspots
Cedar’s, DJ Martini.
Harry & Jean’s, Candace Madden.
