YNDC and Glenwood Neighbors Host Glenwood Avenue Festival


Monday, August 21, 2023. 

On Saturday, August 19, 2023 at the Youngstown Playhouse, YNDC and the Glenwood Neighbors hosted the first Glenwood Festival. The free family friendly event was attended by more than 500 people.

The event included a Kids Zone with a bounce house, games, cookie decorating, face painting, snow cones, Youngstown Fire Department truck, Youngstown Police Department car, mobile library, and more. The food trucks and vendors included: TortaMo, ST’s, Karter’s Korner, Melina’s Sweet and Savory Treats, Tra’s Gourmet Sandwiches, Pie Oh My, and Astia’s Sweet Lemonade. Entertainment was provided by DJ Jocko and the Mercy Health Stepping Out Program featuring the Slay Steppas Line Dance Team. The event also had community resources available including the Mercy Health Dental Van and others.

Thank you to everyone who attended the event and made it a success!