This weekend in Warren, OH

FOXCONN hosts its fifth annual golf tournament in support of Someplace Safe. All proceeds from the event benefit this organization, continuing a tradition of playing for a purpose.

Head to Hartford Orchards for the 7th Annual Sunflower Festival and enjoy the sight of more than 100,000 sunflower blooms. Stroll through the sunflower fields, filled with many colorful varieties, and make a full day of it with family-friendly fun and photo-worthy scenery.

Returning for its second year, this toy drive run begins at Eastside Civics and brings people together to help children in the Vall_y experience the joy of Christmas. It offers a day centered on community and giving, with many plans in the works. More information will be provided as the event draws near.

Future Farmerz Market is a new community gathering focused on shopping, learning, and connection while uplifting the next generation of Youngstown leaders who are growing a stronger, greener neighborhood. The market welcomes shoppers of all ages and features Mystery Seedling Grab Bags filled with hand raised, well hardened off, but intentionally unlabeled seedlings that are ready to plant in garden beds, containers, or backyard plots. Possible pepper varieties include Cubanelle, Cayenne, Habanero Orange, Marconi Red, Anaheim, Jalapeño, Bell Pepper Rainbow Mix, California Wonder, Big Red, and Serrano. Possible tomato varieties include Pink Brandywine, Sweetie Cherry, Flame, Hillbilly, Roma, San Marzano, Pineapple, Black Krim, Yellow Pear, Kellog Beefsteak, Cherokee Purple, Green Zebra, and the specialty Midnight Roma Tomato. Grab and go pricing is set at $4 for one plant, $10 for three, or $25 for ten. Every dollar collected supports Black House Farmz operations and community programs that share skills in self sufficient living, urban farming, and food justice.

Perfect for anyone who enjoys flipping through cookbooks and trying new recipes, this monthly club features a different cookbook or theme for discussion. This month includes a crossover with Adult Book Chat, and participants will talk about Good Eats 4: The Final Years by Alton Brown.

PBS Western Reserve presents a free family gathering at Eastwood Mall Complex that encourages children to practice kindness and learn what it means to be a good neighbor. Families can meet helpers from the community and take part in interactive activities for kids. Daniel Tiger will be there to say hello.

RoyalRidesCC presents its 3rd annual car show at Penguin City Night Market, showcasing a variety of builds and styles. Competition spans eight categories: Overall-King of the Streets, Best Paint, Best Truck, Best Bike, Best New School, Best SQ (sound quality), Best Custom, and Best Original. The Overall-King of the Streets winner receives a crown.

Registration is open for the Warren Italian American Festival youth pageant at Courthouse Square in Downtown Warren, Ohio. Children ages 4 to 5 will compete for the Tiny Prince and Tiny Princess titles, while ages 6 to 7 will vie for Tiny King and Tiny Queen. Entrants must have traceable Italian ancestry.

Ignite the Night Youngstown brings the community together along the Mahoning River for an evening of live music and fireworks. The Youngstown Symphony Orchestra performs a concert, followed by a fireworks display that illuminates the downtown skyline. Activities take place at the Youngstown Foundation Amphitheatre and Wean Park. The event is free and open to the public, welcoming families, friends, and visitors from across the region. Presented by the Rotary Club of Youngstown with the City of Youngstown, the Economic Action Group, Youngstown CityScape, and the Youngstown Symphony Orchestra, it aims to establish a new Independence Day tradition for the Mahoning Valley.

Steel Valley Woofstock 9 is a fun-filled evening celebrating Peace, Paws, Love, and Music at W.D. Packard Music Hall. Doors open at 6:00 PM, and the event runs through 10:30 PM. It is a ticketed fundraiser featuring live music, including headliner Red Wanting Blue, along with Steel Valley All Stars and additional local musicians. Your ticket includes entrance, the basket auction, and live musical entertainment, with VIP packages also available.

Catch The Hawkeyes for a rock night at Iron Mann Grille in Girard. The show gets underway at 7:00 PM.

The lineup features performances by Orca Station, HYWATER, and Cassette Confidential. Advance tickets are priced at $5, with a $15 option available on the day of the event.

Come shop, trade, and browse all things reptiles and exotic pets at the Reptile Show. It’s a buy/sell/trade event featuring essential supplies for reptiles and more. Admission is $6.00, and kids 10 and under are free.

Bring the whole family for “Cruisin’ With the Vikings,” a fun car, truck, and bike show at Bascom Elementary. Registration runs from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM, with awards at 3:00 PM. Expect dash plaques for the first 100 registered, a community parade, food vendors, music, and raffles and auction prizes. Show shirts are available too, plus fun for all ages.

Enjoy a relaxed brunch performance at Westside Bowl with Calder Carpenter, a singer songwriter from Dayton, Ohio. He brings country and folk originals rooted in candid storytelling, exploring addiction, struggle, and redemption in songs meant to resonate long after the music ends. Known for forging a genuine connection with audiences, Carpenter offers a raw, memorable set. This event is free.

This two-day drawing workshop with local artist Ed Hallahan offers a contemplative approach to image making that reflects on creation. Participants will work with the shape of the hand, their own or others, exploring chiaroscuro techniques and the symbolism of light and shadow rooted in Yin Yang philosophy within a circular composition. White charcoal on black paper serves as the primary medium, and attendance spans both sessions. The fee is $50 and includes materials. Open to adults 18 and older, with limited capacity. Hosted at LOOP Arts & Culture Center. Ed Hallahan is a musician, visual artist, sculptor, and retired educator whose practice includes music and art performances, graphite drawing, and wood sculpture, with many years of teaching at the Butler Institute of American Art and visiting instruction across regional schools and programs.

The Warren Italian Festival Parade brings the excitement to Perkins Park with a fun procession open to all. Participants are welcome to drive, ride a bike, or walk as part of the celebration. A registration form is available for those who would like to take part.

This Music in the Park concert features Jenah Shank at Bazetta Park in a laid back outdoor setting with live music and a welcoming community feel. As part of a summer series that spotlights local performers, it offers on site food trucks, and attendees can bring lawn chairs or blankets for comfortable seating on the grass. It is free to attend.

Westside Bowl hosts a live music bill featuring Friendship Commanders, CROP, and rebreather. Tickets are $10 in advance and $15 on the day of the show.

Joe Bonamassa and Gov't Mule are coming to The Youngstown Foundation Amphitheatre for an evening of blues and blues rock performances. The show starts at 7:00 PM.