Isaly’s Mania! Meet Author Brian Butko & Celebrate Local History

Join us for a nostalgic afternoon celebrating Isaly’s, a Mahoning Valley icon! Author Brian Butko, author of “Isaly’s Chipped Ham, Klondikes, and Other Tales from Behind the Counter,” will be here for an exclusive book signing and meet-and-greet.

Here’s what awaits you:

Meet Brian Butko: Get your copy of his book signed and chat about Isaly’s fascinating history. (Books available for purchase: $19.95)

Free Admission to the Mahoning Valley Historical Society: Explore local history after the event!

Isaly’s Memorabilia: Take a trip down memory lane with historical Isaly’s items and information.

Official Isaly’s Apparel: Show your Isaly’s pride with our officially licensed apparel collection. (Available for purchase)

Don’t miss this chance to celebrate a local legend!

Date: Friday, June 7th
Time: 2:00 PM

We look forward to seeing you there!

About Brian Butko: Brian Butko is author of books about Isaly’s, diners, the Lincoln Highway, roadside attractions, and, most recently, Kennywood Park. Brian started with the History Center as a volunteer and intern in the 1980s and is now director of publications. He serves as editor of Western Pennsylvania History quarterly magazine and project manager of the society’s book program, which has published on topics ranging from the Civil War to Pittsburghese, and African Americans in the Vietnam War to a kids book on Bill Mazeroski. A lifelong resident of West Mifflin, Brian graduated from Duquesne University with an M.A in history.

Isaly’s Chipped Ham, Klondikes, and Other Tales from Behind the Counter
By Brian Butko
9 x 9, 148 pages, more than 400 images (Retail $19.95)

Isaly’s grew from horse-drawn milk wagons to become the world’s largest dairy store chain. Stores in hundreds of towns and neighborhoods popularized products like Chipped Ham, Skyscraper Cones, and the Klondike Bar. Learn the fascinating histories behind these products and more in this lavishly illustrated book.

“This book is a genius miracle! It’s fun food for the soul of anyone who’s hungry for a sweet and savory epic story—the glory of Isaly’s, a delightfully delicious, picture perfect pop-culture icon.”

~ Charles Phoenix, pop culture historian, author, and “The Ambassador of Americana”

Location: Sweet Memories Vintage Tees & Candy
1282 Trumbull Ave. A1, Girard, OH 44420
Open every day from 10am-7pm!