April 23rd, 2026


Hi YoTown Friends!

This week’s Edition

  1. Ciao Bella - Pup of the Week

  2. Spruced Up for Spring

  3. Health Corner: Bakuchiol vs. Retinol

  4. Moore Freedom for Your Life

  5. Spring Market is HOT!

  6. The BEST Work Environment - Head Spa!

  7. Pre-Mother’s Day Cello & Edible Wedding Cake Display

  8. The Weekend Event Guide

  9. P.S…


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Pup of the Week:

Ciao!! This sweet girl is Bella…

BELLA needs a forever home

She has been with us since August 8th and is really trying to mentally survive this stressful place. She walks great on a leash and loves being outside where it is peaceful. She will make a great companion to someone looking for a buddy. She deserves so much better than this. 

  • Bella is medium energy. 

  • Dog friendly

  • Kids and cats unknown

  • Young adult pitbull type mix

  • 45 lbs

If you are interested in this pup please send an email to [email protected] to request an application. Once approved we will contact you to set up a time to come in. 

 Mahoning County Dog Warden
1230 N Meridian Rd Youngstown, Ohio 44509 
330-740-2205 

Spruced Up for Spring

There’s a different kind of fresh start when your home truly reflects “spring clean”.

Not just a quick clean—but that deeper reset where everything feels lighter, calmer, and pulled back together.

All Spruced Up Cleaning Co. takes care of the details most people don’t have time for—the buildup, the forgotten corners, the little things that make a space feel off.

If you’ve been craving a reset, this is your sign to do it.
🔗 Booking: https://clean.allsprucedupcleaningco.com

📞 Or call to book your estimate now: 330-397-2815

Health Corner: Bakuchiol vs Retinol

Bakuchiol vs. Retinol — The Cliff Notes version

Retinol: The Gold Standard

• Vitamin A derivative, clinically proven anti-aging

• Speeds cell turnover, boosts collagen, fades dark spots, controls oil

• Works great — but comes with baggage

The Retinol Problem

• Causes purging (peeling, redness, irritation)

• Increases sun sensitivity

• Dries out skin & disrupts the barrier

• Not safe during pregnancy

• Women 40s/50s often become too sensitive for it

Bakuchiol: The Upgrade

• Plant-derived (no Vitamin A), used in Ayurvedic medicine for centuries

• 2018 clinical study: same results as retinol, significantly less irritation

• Boosts collagen, activates retinol-like receptors, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory

• No purge. No UV sensitivity. Safe morning AND night.

Who Should Use Bakuchiol?

• Sensitive or reactive skin (hello rosacea girlies like me)

• Pregnant/breastfeeding

• Skin in your 40s, 50s, 60s

• Anyone who tried retinol and had a bad experience

• Anyone tired of "gets worse before better"

Bottom Line: Retinol isn't bad. Bakuchiol isn't just a trend. But if your skin has been fighting you — bakuchiol is the smarter choice.

Wondering if this might be the solution? Schedule a FREE Skin consultation with Skin Solution MedSpa to determine if bakuchiol can rewind the clock for you!

OR give it a try using this link!

Health Corner is brought to you by:
Skin Solution MedSpa
755 Boardman Canfield Rd, Suite D1 & D2 in Boardman, Ohio 44512

Call or text 330-977-5788 to learn how science can improve your skin, hair and scalp health.

Enjoy Moore Freedom

New beginnings aren’t about preparing for the worst.
They’re about giving yourself the freedom to move forward without hesitation.

When your coverage is set up the right way, you’re not constantly thinking about “what if.” You just… live your life.

Moore Family Insurance helps make sure everything is in place so you can focus on what’s next—not what could go wrong.

If you’ve been putting it off, this is a simple place to start.
🔗 Get a quote: https://agents.allstate.com/

Preston Moore of Moore Family Insurance

🌷 Spring is Chilly but the Spring Market is HOT!!

Spring always signals a fresh start… and right now, that means new listings just hit the market.

🔗 View listings & connect: https://haileyditullio.howardhanna.com/

If a move has been on your mind, timing matters more than ever. Inventory is picking up—but so is competition. The edge comes from having a smart, strategic plan in place.

Hailey Ditullio is guiding clients through this shift with clarity and confidence—not guesswork.

If buying or selling is even on your radar this year, now’s the time to start the conversation.

Ask Hailey if your home is market-ready

Call Hailey!
330-720-9153

Spring is for HVAC Check-Ups

New beginnings don’t just happen in your schedule… they start at home.

If you’ve been putting off that small plumbing issue or HVAC concern, this is your sign to take care of it before it turns into something bigger. A slow drain, an older water heater, or a system that just doesn’t feel right can quietly cost you more over time.

1-800-Plumber + Air Youngstown makes it easy to reset things the right way, with fast service and solutions that actually last.

If you want peace of mind going into the next season, now’s the time to handle it.

📞 Call: 330-234-9402

📞 Call the Youngstown location at 330-234-9402

Still relying on word of mouth alone?

In 2026, smart businesses get seen on purpose.
YoTown Scoop helps you show up, stand out, and scale—locally.

📍 Built for the Youngstown area. Designed for growth. Let’s get YOUR business in the Scoop.

Email us: [email protected]

Join the Head Spa Team:

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Inquire at:
📞 (330) 967-1709

The businesses winning in 2026 won’t be louder — they’ll be better positioned.

YoTown Scoop puts you in front of the right people, at the right time, in the Youngstown area.

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A HUGE WEEKEND is lined up…plus save $10 on our featured event ONLY for YoTown Scoop Subscribers (YOU):


THURSDAY, APRIL 23

Spring Book Sale
📍 415 Lawrence Ave — Ellwood City, PA
🕒 Happening now
Browse paperbacks, hardcovers, DVDs + more at this ongoing spring sale.

Spring Choir Concert: Elements
📍 Giese Center — Boardman, OH
🕒 Happening now
An evening of choral music themed around the elements.

FRIDAY, APRIL 24

Candy Customer Appreciation Day
📍 5000 East Market St — Warren, OH
🕒 7 AM
Sweet deals + giveaways all day.

National Library Week 2026 Special Event Station – Boardman
📍 Boardman Library
🕒 9 AM
Stop in for special activities celebrating National Library Week.

Stepping @ East Cohasset Trail / The Flats
📍 East Cohasset Trail — Youngstown, OH
🕒 9 AM
Morning group walk near the Cinderella Bridge.

Health & Wellness Community Resource Fair
📍 Austintown Senior Center
🕒 10 AM
Local resources, vendors, and wellness info all in one place.

2026 RJ Speed Nationals (Day 1)
📍 Austintown Hobby
🕒 Starts Friday
Slot car racing event running through Saturday.

Tabletop Station FREE Game Night
📍 Birdfish Brewing Co. — Columbiana, OH
🕒 6 PM
Casual board game night with brews.

Designer Derby Purse Bingo
📍 St. Nicholas Roman Catholic Parish
🕒 6:30 PM
Bingo night with designer purse prizes.

TGIF Paint N Sip
📍 Chesty’s Blue Collar Tavern — Girard, OH
🕒 7 PM
Relaxed paint night with drinks.

Leanne Binder Live
📍 The Gorant Dessert Bar — Boardman, OH
🕒 7 PM
Live acoustic music with desserts.

Blackstrap Yarnspinners at Noble Creature
📍 Noble Creature Wild Ales — Youngstown, OH
🕒 7 PM
Live folk/roots-style music.

Chip Tournament
📍 56 State St — Struthers, OH
🕒 7:30 PM
Competitive card night.

Dana Opera Ensemble: Little Red Riding Hood
📍 YSU — Youngstown, OH
🕒 7:30 PM
Live opera performance.

Jay Byrd Live at Shakers!
📍 Shakers Bar & Grill, 4520 Belmont Ave — Youngstown, OH
🕒 8:00 PM
Acoustic jams and blues in a laid-back neighborhood bar — free live music!

Dolls Night at the Westside Bowl
📍 Westside Bowl, 2617 Mahoning Ave — Youngstown, OH
🕒 8:00 PM
Get glam and head to Westside Bowl for a fab Friday night out.

Music at Oasis Golf 8–11
📍 Oasis Indoor Golf & Sports — area
🕒 8:00 PM
Live music while you golf (or just hang) — a fun and unique Friday night out.

Los Gallos Boogie!!!
📍 Los Gallos — area
🕒 8:30 PM
Disco Inferno energy — get your boogie on Friday night at Los Gallos!

Vegas Reunion Band at El Cowboy
📍 1739 S. Raccoon Rd — Boardman, OH
🕒 10:00 PM
Late-night live music keeping the Friday party going at El Cowboy.

National Library Week — Ham Radio Event
📍 Boardman Public Library, 7680 Glenwood Ave — Boardman, OH
🕒 9:00 AM | FREE
Watch licensed ham radio operators make live on-air contacts with stations across the country — and possibly around the world. Unique and totally free!

Tea with Ariel 🧜‍♀️
📍 Piccadilly Parlour Victorian Tea Room — Canfield, OH
🕒 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM | $23/child
A magical princess tea party with The Little Mermaid herself — reservations required, call 330-533-4749.

Skilla Baby with Dej Loaf & T-Rell
📍 Packard Music Hall, 1703 Mahoning Ave NW — Warren, OH
🕒 6:00 PM
A big hip-hop night in Warren featuring Skilla Baby and Dej Loaf — a major concert for music fans in the Valley.

SATURDAY, April 25

STVFD Indoor/Outdoor Yard Sale
📍 3712 Harlansburg Rd — area
🕒 9:00 AM
A massive fire department yard sale — you never know what hidden treasure you'll find!

Learn to Skydive — IAD First Jump Course
📍 Skydive Rick's — area
🕒 9:00 AM
Ready to take the leap? This beginner jump course is your starting point. 🪂

Little Charlie's Bake Shop Grand Reopening & Expansion
📍 251 S High Street — Cortland, OH
🕒 9:00 AM
A beloved local bakery is back bigger and better — celebrate with something sweet!

16th Annual Tea Fundraiser
📍 49255 Pancake Clark Rd — area
🕒 10:00 AM
A lovely annual tea fundraiser — a great way to support the community in style.

NinjaNation One Year Anniversary Celebration
📍 7386 Market Street — Boardman, OH
🕒 10:00 AM
Youngstown's ultimate indoor play space is celebrating one full year — bring the kids!

Breakfast with Strangers at House of Bennys!
📍 House of Bennys — Youngstown, OH
🕒 10:00 AM
A community breakfast where you sit with new people and leave with new friends. So YoTown. 💛

Spring Forage to Table
📍 Liberty, OH
🕒 10:00 AM
Learn to forage wild foods and turn them into a meal — a one-of-a-kind spring experience.

Earth Day Celebration
📍 Ewing Park — Ellwood City, PA
🕒 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM | FREE
Horses, carriage rides, local vendors, food, art, and photography — a full Earth Day experience!

Tiny Wings & Tea Things — Tinker Bell Visit 🧚
📍 945 Boardman Canfield Rd — Boardman, OH
🕒 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Tea time with Tinker Bell — reservations required for this magical little-ones treat!

Orvis Day
📍 250 Main St — Volant, PA
🕒 10:00 AM
A day of outdoor lifestyle fun at the beloved Orvis in Volant — fishing, gear, and great company.

Pop Up Vendor Event at Rustic Roots
📍 North Jackson, OH
🕒 10:00 AM
Local artisans, crafters, and makers all in one spot — perfect for unique finds!

Saturday Jazz Jams! at YSU
📍 547 Wick Ave — Youngstown, OH
🕒 10:30 AM | FREE

Free live jazz on a Saturday morning at YSU — the coolest way to start your day.

FLOURISH 26 — Women's Gathering
📍 11331 South Avenue — North Lima, OH
🕒 11:00 AM
An inspiring women's gathering — come be encouraged, connected, and uplifted.

JBCLO NE Ohio Jeep Blessing!
📍 9736 E Center St — Windham, OH
🕒 11:00 AM
A Jeep blessing event for the NE Ohio off-road community — vroom and amen! 🚙

A&S Meats Free Food Sample Event
📍 12595 W State St — Alliance, OH
🕒 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM | FREE
Free burgers and all-beef hot dogs while supplies last — stock up for summer grilling!

Greenwood Cemetery Tour
📍 32 S Greenwood Ave — New Castle, PA
🕒 11:00 AM
A guided history tour of one of the area's most storied cemeteries — fascinating local lore.

Walleye Madness Fish Fry
📍 2390 Niles Cortland Rd — area
🕒 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Fresh walleye while supplies last — a true local spring tradition!

Lancôme Masterclass at Macy's
📍 5555 Youngstown Warren Rd — Niles, OH
🕒 11:00 AM | FREE
A free spring skincare and beauty masterclass at Macy's — glow up for the season!

3 Piece Chicken Dinner! 🍗
📍 16736 Milton Ave — Lake Milton, OH
🕒 11:00 AM
Classic chicken dinner — simple, satisfying, and good for the soul.

Spring Garden Ride
📍 Wick Recreation Area — Youngstown, OH
🕒 11:00 AM
A scenic spring bike ride through some of Youngstown's most beautiful green spaces.

Permanent Jewelry and Live Music!
📍 232 North Market Street — area
🕒 11:00 AM
Get a piece of permanent jewelry while enjoying live music — the ultimate Saturday treat!

2nd Annual "Light the Wick" Outdoor Worship Service
📍 260 Park Ave — Youngstown, OH
🕒 11:00 AM | FREE
A free outdoor community worship service with free lunch — open to everyone!

ByAnnie Project Bag Class
📍 485 E. State St — Salem, OH
🕒 11:00 AM
A hands-on sewing class to build your own project bag — great for all skill levels.

Farm Animal Baby Shower
📍 Mill Creek MetroParks Farm, 7574 Columbiana Canfield Rd —
Canfield, OH
🕒 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM | FREE
Meet the newest baby animals at the MetroParks Farm — one of the sweetest free events of spring!

Ohio Vintage Fest 33 Youngstown
📍 The Metroplex Expo Center — Liberty Township, OH
🕒 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
5,500+ people interested — vintage clothing, collectibles, and treasures galore. This one is HUGE.

Bark & Crawl 2026 🐾
📍 The Federal, 110 Federal Plz W — Youngstown, OH
🕒 12:00 PM
Hit multiple downtown bars while raising money for All Paws Are Perfect dog rescue — 950 interested!

Build Your Own Charcuterie Board
📍 6597 Center Rd — Lowellville, OH
🕒 1:00 PM | $40/person
Build a gorgeous board with wine included — grab your friends and make a day of it!

The Soft Life Pause and Paint Session
📍 239 Main Ave. SW — Warren, OH
🕒 1:00 PM – 3:30 PM
A mindful, joyful paint session centered around self-care and the soft life. 🌸

Wine Tasting at The OG
📍 146 S. Broadway Ave — area
🕒 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Sip and shop your way through a curated spring wine flight — cheers to the season!

Spring Fling Social!
📍 38 W. Broad Street — New Castle, PA
🕒 2:00 PM
Vendors, coffee, local goods, and community vibes — a proper spring celebration.

Adoption Event: Pet Supplies Plus Austintown
📍 Pet Supplies Plus — Austintown, OH
🕒 2:30 PM | FREE
Help a furry friend find their forever home — stop in and fall in love!

SUNDAY, April 26


Quaker Steak & Lube Sharon, PA Corvette Show
📍 Quaker Steak and Lube — Sharon, PA
🕒 9:00 AM | FREE

Model Motoring Car Club Slot Car Show
📍 West Branch Hall — area
🕒 9:30 AM
A unique hobby event for slot car fans — fun for the whole family to watch and explore!

YABTC Bunny Sprint! 🐰
📍 13210 Mahoning Ave — Youngstown, OH
🕒 10:00 AM | $5/run
A 40-yard sprint on a brand new track — ready, set, run! 122 people already interested!

Sunday Church Picnic
📍 Boardman Township Park — Boardman, OH
🕒 10:30 AM
A lovely community church picnic at one of Boardman's most beautiful parks.

Sip Happens Dirty Soda Grand Re-Opening
📍 Beaver Falls, PA
🕒 12:00 PM
A fizzy, fun grand re-opening — dirty sodas done the delicious way!

Sample it Sunday! 🐾
📍 112 S Main St — Columbiana, OH
🕒 12:00 PM
Every Sunday local businesses share their best — stop in and discover something new!

Austintown Kite Festival
📍 Stacey Pavilion, Austintown Township Park — Austintown, OH
🕒 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM | FREE
Free kites (while supplies last!), face painting, and food — a perfect spring Sunday for the whole family!

Plant Bingo at Cobblehaus at the Falls
📍 Cobblehaus at the Falls — Newton Falls, OH
🕒 1:00 PM
1,100+ interested — the most popular plant bingo in the valley! Win beautiful plants while having a blast.

Level 1 Embroidery: Bee 🐝
📍 4767 Mahoning Ave — Austintown, OH
🕒 1:00 PM
A fun beginner embroidery class — stitch your first bee and fall in love with the craft!

Sip & Build: Primitive Standing Star Decor
📍 Greene Eagle Winery — area
🕒 2:30 PM
Sip wine and build a rustic standing star to take home — a creative Sunday afternoon!

Idora Park Walkthrough — 42nd Anniversary
📍 Idora Park — Youngstown, OH
🕒 2:30 PM
428 interested, 99 going — a guided walkthrough of legendary Idora Park on the 42nd anniversary of the 1984 fire. A piece of Youngstown history you can walk through!

"The Prince of Egypt" The Musical — Final Performance
📍 Fairview Arts & Outreach Center, 4220 Youngstown Poland Rd — Youngstown, OH
🕒 2:30 PM

Final curtain — don't miss your last chance to see this spectacular production!

Chopin: Heroism in Shadow
📍 Our Lady Comforter of the Afflicted — Youngstown area
🕒 3:00 PM
A stunning Chopin performance in a beautiful church setting — a hidden gem this Sunday.

Giving Voice to Peace VII: Sing Democracy 250
📍 3020 Reeves Rd NE — Warren, OH
🕒 4:00 PM
A powerful community choral concert celebrating America's 250th anniversary — 21 people already going!

Clearing the Static: An Evening of Energetic Reset
📍 105 North Main Street — area
🕒 6:30 PM
A soul-refreshing energetic reset experience — sound healing, intention, and community.

Karaoke Night with Simply Ed — No Cover!
📍 Westside Bowl, 2617 Mahoning Ave — Youngstown, OH
🕒 7:00 PM | FREE
Every Sunday at Westside Bowl — free karaoke with Simply Ed. A Youngstown classic!

Sketch Comedy Show at Cedars!!
📍 Cedars: West End — Youngstown, OH
🕒 8:00 PM
A fresh sketch comedy show at Cedars West End — 34 people interested, and a great time guaranteed!

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So many events across 4 days! 🙌 Literally something for everyone!

Nightlife, Music & Social Spots

🎤 Venues With Regular Live Music Nights

Even if they don’t have big concerts listed for that exact week, the following local spots often feature live music, open mic nights, or bands — and it’s worth checking their event calendars closer to the dates:

  • Magic Tree in Boardman - a popular spot for local live music that creates the perfect backdrop for date night, girls/guys night or hanging with your friends.

  • JR’z Pub – Known for live music, karaoke and events in Austintown.

  • Noble Creature Wild Ales & Lagers – Brewery with occasional live music and special events.

  • Crickets Bar and Grill – Live entertainment on many evenings.

  • Riser Tavern and Grill and Royal Oaks Bar & Grill – Friendly neighborhood bars that sometimes host live music or DJs.

  • Shakers Bar & Grill – Casual bar and grill with music and dancing vibes on busy nights.

  • Collingwood Center – Music venue in Campbell that sometimes hosts concerts and showcases.

    Past Times Arcade
    📍 Girard
    Retro arcade packed with classic pinball and vintage games — fun for families, date nights, or nostalgia lovers.

Boardman Park
📍 Boardman
Beautiful local park with walking trails, playgrounds, and peaceful outdoor space if weather cooperates.

🌳 Explore Outdoors & Local Culture

Mill Creek MetroParks & Fellows Riverside Gardens
📍 Youngstown
Scenic winter walks, photo spots, and relaxing nature escapes right in the city.

Downtown Youngstown Museums & Galleries
📍 Downtown Youngstown
Browse rotating exhibits, local artist displays, and cultural attractions including the Butler and surrounding art spaces.

🎟️ Other Large Venues

  • Youngstown Foundation Amphitheatre — outdoor concert venue planning its 2026 season.

  • Stambaugh Auditorium — hosts performances that sometimes include music, orchestras, and touring acts (some not live band rock but still live).

🌟 P.S. 🌟

We’ve waited for months for a day like today. Gorgeous! That’s all :)

— The YoTown Scoop Team

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