Come for the art. Stay for the vibe. 😎🖼️
The John J. McDonough Museum of Art is a go-to spot for contemporary art in our region, serving up bold exhibitions, installations, performances, and talks for their campus and our community too. Designed by renowned architects Charles Gwathmey and Robert Siegel, this 20,000-square-foot modernist landmark is one of YSU’s coolest spaces to explore.
Visit the McDonough Museum of Art for thought-provoking contemporary exhibits exploring themes like Of Flesh and the Feminine and From Woman 19.
Open Tues–Saturday
View The John J. McDonough Museum of Art Galleries & Exhibitions »
Other local art gems around town:
🖤 Butler Institute of American Art – 86th Area Artist Annual
A free juried exhibition featuring standout regional artists working across painting, sculpture, photography, and more. Open all week. Local talent, big creativity.
🖤 Senior Art & Learn – The Butler (Thursday, 10–11 AM)
A docent-led art appreciation session for adults 55+ (and anyone who loves art). Includes guided viewing of current exhibitions and relaxed discussion.
Cleaning You Don’t Have to Think About
There’s real relief in knowing something is simply handled.
Not rushed
Not half done
Handled properly
That’s exactly how All Spruced Up Cleaning Co. approaches home care.
They’re not a rotating crew or a one-time clean you have to explain over and over. They’re for homeowners who value consistency, discretion, and standards that don’t slip once life gets busy.
If you’ve ever thought, “I just want someone I can trust in my space,” this is for you.
Your first visit isn’t rushed. It’s intentional.
They learn your home.
They understand your priorities.
They set the standard for how your home is cared for going forward.
Right now, they’re opening a limited number of new residential spots in the Mahoning Valley.
If you want cleaning handled without having to manage it, this is your next step:
Once it’s handled, it stays handled.
📞 Book your estimate now: 330-397-2815
This Is the Week Pipes Act Up
When temperatures drop like this, drains and pipes don’t always behave. What starts as a slow sink can turn into a real problem fast — especially during a cold snap.
This is one of those weeks where having the right number saved matters.
Do yourself a favor right now:
📱 Save this number in your phone — 330-234-9402
You might not need it today. But if the cold causes issues this week, you’ll be glad you planned ahead.
The 12 Types of Magnesium and
What They’re For:
Most Useful Forms
• Magnesium Glycinate – sleep, anxiety, stress, muscle tension (best overall, gentle)
• Magnesium Citrate – constipation, digestion (can cause loose stools)
• Magnesium Malate – fatigue, muscle pain, fibromyalgia, energy
• Magnesium Threonate – brain health, memory, focus
• Magnesium Taurate – heart health, blood pressure, calming
• Magnesium Oxide – laxative/heartburn (poor absorption)
Get your magnesium boost today . Call 330-977-5788
Need a magnesium boost? Lots of people are magnesium deficient. Oral forms of supplements are not fully absorbed. Book a 10-minute appointment to get a boost that lasts for days/weeks and helps you out of a slump. Just $40 for non-members; FREE for medspa members throughout January.
Call or text Skin Solution MedSpa
at 330-977-5788 for your boost
Why Some People Always End Up With the Right House
When you work with Hailey Ditullio, you’re getting a process that’s designed to make things smoother, faster, and far less stressful.
Hailey has built a way of working where nothing falls through the cracks.
Timelines stay on track. Paperwork is handled. Communication stays clear.
And when decisions need to be made, you’re not waiting around wondering what’s next.
She helps buyers get pre-approved quickly so they can move with confidence when the right home comes up.
She makes sure homes are presented beautifully so sellers show up strong from day one.
And she prioritizes safety and structure so everyone involved feels protected and informed throughout the process.
What clients notice most is how supported they feel. There’s a sense of relief knowing things are being handled behind the scenes, without you needing to chase updates or worry about details.
Hailey is upbeat, kind, and easy to work with—but she’s also incredibly thorough and intentional.
That balance is what makes the experience feel calm instead of chaotic.
If you want a home process that feels organized, supported, and actually well thought out, Hailey brings that level of care every time.
Founder’s Corner:
Dear YoTown Scoop family,
Most weeks, this space is about good news. Small joys. Weekend plans. Light.
But this week is different. My brother passed away unexpectedly a few days ago. My first best friend. The only person who knew me from the beginning.
And the strange thing about grief is how invisible it is. On the outside, you look unchanged and so life keeps asking you to participate. To answer emails. To make decisions. To smile at the grocery store. To be “normal.”
Inside, it can feel like everything is silent…shut down…numb.
There’s a version of me that wants to do nothing at all. To freeze time. To stay curled up in the place where the world can’t ask anything of me.
But I’m learning that stopping doesn’t stop the pain. It would only trap me inside it.
So I’m choosing something else.
I’m choosing to keep moving — not because I’m okay, but because motion is sometimes the only way grief can breathe. I’m choosing to take the trip I had planned. I’ll grieve in moments. In waves. In whatever place I’m in when it hits. In the quiet spaces between laughter and scenery and long drives.
I’ll carry him with me - always.
If you’re reading this and carrying something heavy too — loss, fear, loneliness, uncertainty — I just want you to know: you don’t have to solve it all to take the next step. You don’t have to be healed to be moving forward.
Sometimes living “like you’re okay” isn’t pretending. It’s practicing survival.
Thank you for being here. For reading this work of passion for Leann and myself. For supporting this little corner of the community that’s built on finding light — even when it’s dim.
With love and honesty,
Jacqueline xo
Weekend Events Worth a Try:
🎶 Featured Music Events:
Music Bingo at Paladin Brewing
📍 Paladin Brewing
🕕 Friday, Jan 23 – 6:00 PM
A fun twist on bingo using hit songs instead of numbers. Drinks, prizes, and good vibes.
50’s Party
📍 2213 W. State Street, Alliance
🕖 Friday, Jan 23 – 7:00 PM
Throwback night with classic 1950s music, style, and dancing.
Chris Cerenelli Live
📍 The Gorant Dessert Bar (Boardman-Poland Rd.)
🕢 Friday, Jan 23 – 7:30 PM
Live acoustic/pop performance in an intimate dessert-bar setting.
Mineshaft: Winter Onesieland (feat. DJ Skyrt)
📍 1105 Poland Ave., Youngstown
🕗 Friday, Jan 23 – 8:00 PM
Dance party + DJ night. Onesies encouraged.
1988 Live at El Cowboy
📍 El Cowboy, Youngstown
🕘 Friday, Jan 23 – 9:00 PM
Live rock show from popular regional band 1988.
Saturday, Jan 24
🏒🎯 MUST-SEE SPORTS & GAMES THIS WEEKEND
Whether you’re into hockey, rodeos, darts, pool, or cheering on local athletes — this weekend is stacked with action around the Valley 👇
Friday Night
🖤 Youngstown Phantoms vs. Team USA
📍 Covelli Centre – Youngstown
🕖 7:00 PM
A fast-paced hockey matchup and the perfect excuse for a fun night out with friends downtown.
Saturday
🎯 2026 Dart Battle
📍 1900 Canfield Rd., Youngstown
🕕 Saturday 6:00 PM
Friendly competition, sharp aim, and bragging rights on the line.
🤠 APRA / IPRA Rodeo
📍 Garwood Arena – Columbiana
🕖 Saturday - 7:00 PM
Bull riding, barrel racing, and real western grit right here in the Valley.
🎱 Saturday Night 8-Ball & 9-Ball Tournament
📍 5560 W Webb Rd., Austintown
🕕 Starts at 6:00 PM
Cue up for competitive pool and weekend bragging rights.
🎨 CRAFT & DIY EVENTS
Pour Painting with Joe
📍 2177 W. Western Reserve Rd., Boardman
🕚 Saturday, Jan 24 – 11:00 AM
Acrylic pour-painting class – all materials provided.
I (HEART) Mom Workshop
📍 Made and Found - Austintown
🕕 Saturday, Jan 24 – 11:00 AM
DIY Valentine’s crafts workshop just for MOM.
Crafting for Beginners
📍 900 North State Street, Girard
🕓 Saturday, Jan 24 – 4:00 PM
Open crafting session for beginners – bring ideas or use provided supplies.