Free events in Mahoning County, OH

Settle into a 45 to 55 minute floor-based practice that welcomes all levels, including beginners, and centers on building a deeper relationship with your body. The session weaves together yoga, somatic movement, and breathwork to help you notice your natural sensations, rhythms, and cycles, supporting self-knowledge and personal empowerment. Offered at the Poland Branch Library through the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County, it is free of charge and participation helps sustain local library programs. Bring a mat, water, and anything else that keeps you comfortable and supported, and consider a journal for reflection afterward. The class takes place in the small meeting room on the library's second floor.

This free, all-ages goth night fills the Trophy Room with DJs Steve Wishnewski, James Noir, and Kelly Addams guiding the soundtrack. Black lace, teased hair, and smeared eyeliner all belong, whether the look is boldly dramatic or quietly mysterious by the speakers. Attendees may channel a vampire vibe or keep it low key, gathering on the dance floor to move to dark rhythms.

Enjoy a free, public Halloween celebration with decorated trunks and candy for children of all ages. Free indoor activities include bounce houses for ages 2–6 and 7–12, plus a toddler play area for ages 9–23 months. Pre-registration is highly recommended for the indoor attractions to help reduce lines and speed up check-in. The event is open to everyone, whether or not they are current Ohio Gymnastics Institute students. It will take place rain or shine, with the festivities moving indoors if it rains.

Enjoy a casual game of MTG: Commander with a growing community of players. Entry is free, and players are welcome to bring any deck, whether it is their best or their worst.

This free, in-person support group brings together adults living with mental illness for structured conversation in a safe, relaxed, and confidential setting. NAMI-trained facilitators who are living in recovery lead the group, offering a space for understanding, encouragement, and connection.

Men experience mental health challenges too, and there is no need to face them alone. This free, confidential support group welcomes adult men who have a mental health diagnosis. Discussions are guided by NAMI-trained facilitators who are in recovery, offering a structured conversation in a relaxed, supportive setting where participants can share, listen, and connect with others who understand. The group meets at Poland Library. Use of library facilities is permitted by The Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County and does not represent an endorsement by its staff or Board of Trustees.