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Networking, vendors and live music: What to expect at First Friday in Youngstown

Hop in to a free lesson on line dancing lesson at 5:30 p.m. with Mercy Health’s Stepping Out and School of Slay at The Octave Live Music Cafe located in the Phelps Street Corridor.
Hop in to a free lesson on line dancing lesson at 5:30 p.m. with Mercy Health’s Stepping Out and School of Slay at The Octave Live Music Cafe located in the Phelps Street Corridor. Youngstown Live

Drive downtown for Youngstown’s First Friday celebration tomorrow and “see what the buzz is all about” as the community kicks off this summer season.

If you’re looking to meet more people in the area, check out the Business Networking Happy Hour from 4 -6 p.m. on the patios of Phelps Street.

Participate in family-friendly, free summer events from 4 - 10 p.m. on Phelps Street at First Friday.

Hop in to a free lesson on line dancing lesson at 5:30 p.m. with Mercy Health’s Stepping Out and School of Slay at The Octave Live Music Cafe located in the Phelps Street Corridor.

Browse art exhibits, merchandise from local vendors, hands-on activities from SMARTS and play games, including cornhole and chess.

Grab dinner or drinks at local restaurants downtown, including The Federal, Gringos, V2, Octave, Avalon Downtown, Draught House, Prima and more.

There’s also half-priced admission from 4 - 8 p.m. at the OH WOW! The Roger & Gloria Jones Children’s Center.

Highlights of this Friday’s lineup includes shows by the Smokey Honey Bluesband from 5 - 8 p.m. and Larry Elefante at 7:30 - 9:30 p.m., both on the Phelps Street Stage.

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