Community Calendar

The Butler Institute of American Art presents the exhibition, Facing the Giant: 3 Decades of Dissent, by artist Shepard Fairey, Sunday, June 8 through Sunday, August 31. Featuring 30 large silkscreen and mixed collage works on paper, Facing the Giant is a curated selection of Fairey's works that highlight clear messages of empowerment. More information about this exhibit and others available at butlerart.com.

The Butler Institute of American Art presents the exhibition, Touched by Rauschenberg, which features the works of Rauschenberg and three artists who admired and celebrated him: Diana Levinson, Don Gummer, and Eric Forstmann, Sunday, June 8 through Sunday, August 24, at the Butler, on Wick Avenue in Youngstown. Rauschenebrg led the way toward Pop Art, Conceptual Art, Minimalism, and even the New Realism. More information about this and other exhibits is available at butlerart.com.

The YWCA of Mahoning Valley presents their 43rd annual Women Artists: A Celebration! opening Friday June 27 and running through Friday July 25 at their Youngstown location on Rayen Ave. The show is open Wednesdays through Sundays from 12:00-4:00pm. Discover the incredible talent of woman artists from the valley. More details at ywcamahoningvalley.org

Invisible Woman LLC presents the Harlem Renaissance Art Gala, on Thursday, July 17, at 6:00 pm., at the elegant Concept Studio in the John R. Davis Building, in Youngstown. Harlem Renaissance Art Gala will feature live jazz, curated artwork from local and regional artists, and a powerful tribute to the spirit of the Harlem Renaissance. There will also be a fine art auction, specialty cocktails, and opportunities to connect with community leaders, artists, and change-makers. More information available at invisiblewomancollective.com.

Proceeds will support transportation access for single mothers and economically vulnerable women in the Mahoning Valley.

Dress in your vintage best and join us for a night of purpose and celebration!

Ursuline Sisters Mission's 15th Guided Labyrinth Walk season continues on Thursday, June 19, at 6:30 pm. Everyone is invited to join in this free event. This year's theme is Pilgrims of Hope, part of the 2025 Jubilee Year. Walks are led either by an Ursuline Sister or an Ursuline Associate. There is more information at ursulinesistersmission.org.

Walks in July, Aug. and Sept. are on the 3rd Thursday of the month at 6:30pm. The final walk is Sun., Oct. 19 at 2pm.

https://www.ursulinesistersmission.org/ursuline-sisters-mission-announces-2025-labyrinth-schedule/

Youngstown State University’s College of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics presents Eco Explorers: Discover, Protect, Thrive!, Monday, July 14 - Friday, July 18, 8:30 am - 4:00 pm, at the Williamson Innovation Park in Canfield. The camp is for incoming middle and high school students, and will focus on providing interactive and hands-on activities. Space is limited and registration closes two weeks prior to the first day of camp. Registration and more information can be found at ysu.edu/williamson-innovation-park.

The Youngstown Historical Center for Industry and Labor presents a photography exhibition by Richard Hahn titled Grit/Glow, opening Thursday, July 10, and on display through February. Grit/Glow juxtaposes the warmth of orange skies with the stark realities of industry, illustrating the paradox of beauty and hardship. The museum is open Wednesdays through Fridays from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm and on Saturdays from Noon to 4:00 pm.

Reservations for the opening reception on Thursday, July 10 at 5:30pm can be made by calling 330-941-1314.

The YSU McDonough Museum of Art presents its Summer Schedule with four exhibitions running through July 19th. Featured are regional artists Ronald Jason Van Hoose, Jeffrey S. Piper, Mike Egan, and students from the Inspiring Minds program. The galleries are free and open to the public, Tuesday through Saturday, 11 am to 4 pm. More information at ysu.edu/mcdonough-museum.

The Butler Institute of American Art presents the exhibition, Facing the Giant: 3 Decades of Dissent, by artist Shepard Fairey, Sunday, June 8 through Sunday, August 31. Featuring 30 large silkscreen and mixed collage works on paper, Facing the Giant is a curated selection of Fairey's works that highlight clear messages of empowerment. More information about this exhibit and others available at butlerart.com.

The Butler Institute of American Art presents the exhibition, Touched by Rauschenberg, which features the works of Rauschenberg and three artists who admired and celebrated him: Diana Levinson, Don Gummer, and Eric Forstmann, Sunday, June 8 through Sunday, August 24, at the Butler, on Wick Avenue in Youngstown. Rauschenebrg led the way toward Pop Art, Conceptual Art, Minimalism, and even the New Realism. More information about this and other exhibits is available at butlerart.com.