Successful 7 17 Blues, Brews and BBQ Festival Press Release

Inaugural 7 17 Credit Union Blues, Brews & BBQ Festival A Success – $7,500 Donated to Charity

The Warren Community Amphitheater came alive with the sights, sounds, and flavors of one of the region’s newest can’t-miss events: the inaugural 7 17 Credit Union Blues, Brews & BBQ Festival, held Saturday, October 4, 2025.

The festival welcomed thousands of attendees through the gates, including kids, enjoying the family-friendly atmosphere. Best of all, the event was more than just great music and mouth-watering food – it had a powerful purpose. Proceeds from the event benefited three impactful local organizations:

• United Way of Trumbull County
• Game Changers Inc.
• Greater Warren-Youngstown Urban League

Thanks to overwhelming community support, each organization received $2,500 in donations. 

7 17 Credit Union is proud to give back, lift up our neighbors, and celebrate the vibrant spirit of Warren and our surrounding communities.

A special thank-you to our valued corporate partners who helped make this event possible:

Pictured (left to right): Ken Haidaris, Owner and President, Sunrise Entertainment; Dorian Smith, Senior Vice President, 7 17 Credit Union; John Demmler, President and CEO, 7 17 Credit Union; Thomas Conley, President and CEO, Greater Warren-Youngstown Urban League; Christine Cope, President and CEO, United Way of Trumbull County; Michael E. Engram, Jr., Founder/Executive Coach of Game Changers.