COMING UP: Zion UCC Old Fashioned Fall Festival
Zion United Church of Christ's Annual Fall Festival is Saturday. Check the article for information, times and pictures from last year's event.
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Wednesday, July 13, 2011
Grab & Go Kids Planner: Suggestions for a Super Saturday
We've got a list of hip happenings to keep the kids happy this weekend.
Do you want to spend quality time with your family this Saturday? Here are five area activities that will have you and your crew on the go from sunup to sundown. FAMILY BEST BETS: 1. YMCA Infant-Toddler Center Yard Sale When/Where: 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday at the YMCA Infant and Toddler Center Why Go: Take the whole family out to find a few “treasures” and support a good cause, the YMCA’s Strong Kids Campaign. The sale specifically will feature children’s clothing and toys. Pricing: Free admission 2. Katie Wright: Storyteller When/Where: 10 a.m. Saturday at the North Canton Public Library Why Go: Children 3 years old and up will enjoy listening to Katie’s exciting animal tales. Parents are welcome for the event, as well. Pricing: The …
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Wednesday, May 18, 2011
Grab & Go Kids Planner: See 'Les Miserables,' Address Safety Issues With Your Kids
Experience the Canton Garden Center, among other area events this week
Our weekly Grab & Go calendar focuses on fun, educational and physical fitness activities for the family that are taking place in North Canton or in close proximity. We suggest five happenings each Wednesday that are a “must” to do with the kiddos. Pick and choose from this week’s array of highlighted happenings: a kid-friendly theatrical performance, an educational event on safety, a program to get you grooving with your little one, a children’s program at the Canton Garden Center and a new art display. FAMILY BEST BETS OF THE WEEK 1. Les Miserables – School Edition When/Where: Showtimes are at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Friday and Saturday and 2:30 p.m. Sunday at the North Canton Playhouse. (FYI, the North Canton Playhouse won the award for …
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Thursday, April 28, 2011
Get Out: Pancake Breakfast at MAPS Air Museum and More
Looking for something to keep you busy this weekend? Use our Get Out Weekend Planner as a launching point
1. JOHN STIPE AT THE BARREL ROOM Where/When: The Barrel Room Wine & Beer Bar, 7901 Cleveland Ave NW, North Canton; 9 p.m.-midnight Friday Why Go: Haven’t been to the Barrel Room in awhile? You might find a new drink. One thing’s certain, though: You’ll find some great music and good company. Pricing: No cover 2. OPENING DAY FOR NORTH CANTON LITTLE LEAGUE Where/When: North Canton Little League Complex, 1455 Easton NE; 11 a.m. Saturday Why Go: Did you hear Cleveland Indians’ mascot Slider will be there? Pricing: Free 3. JERSEY AT THE 356 Where/When: 356 Fighter Group Restaurant, 4919 Mount Pleasant St. NW, North Canton; 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Friday Why Go: Enjoy the Bruce Springsteen Ohio cover band, get out and enjoy their electric live …
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Thursday, April 14, 2011
Get Out: Highway 61 Band at the 356th, Jazz Band Festival and More
Need some help planning your weekend? Then check out our weekend planner, and this week every single event is in North Canton
1. CHARITY CRAFT BAZAAR TO BENEFIT ANIMAL RESCUE GROUP Where/When: Dogwood Park, 241 Seventh St.. NE, North Canton; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday Why Go: We’ll give you a couple reasons: First, you’ll help support a local animal rescue group. And second, you’ll get a chance to see Meteorologist Dick Goddard between 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. Sunday. Where else can you see Goddard and a doggy fashion show all in one place? Pricing: Free 2. EARTH DAY AT KENT STATE STARK Where/When: Kent State University Stark Campus, 6000 Frank Ave NW, North Canton; 1 p.m.-4 p.m. Sunday Why Go: Just like the above charity craft bazaar, this event has a one-two punch: live entertainment and a pretend fossil dig. There’s also lots of other …
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Thursday, March 24, 2011
Get Out: Coffee House Night, Blues Bands and More
Looking for something to do this weekend? You don't have to go far
1. COFFEE HOUSE NIGHT AT CAFFE GELATO Where/When: Caffe Gelato, 506 S. Main St., North Canton; 7 p.m.-10 p.m. Friday Why Go: As if the drinks and gelato aren’t enough to get you in the door, you can see performances and local artwork. It’s the perfect setting for a low-key Friday night. (And because we like you so much, check Caffe Gelato’s Facebook page for a “buy one get one free” drink coupon.) Pricing: No cover 2. BRIGHTER SIDE BAND AT PUCKERS Where/When: Puckers Sports Pub & Grille, 3199 Whitewood 9 p.m. Saturday-midnight Sunday Why Go: Have you got the hint yet that this youth blues band will knock your socks off? Because they will. Grab a drink and settle in for a night of great tunes. Pricing: No cover 3. WALSH UNIVERSITY FISH FRY …
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Thursday, February 24, 2011
Get Out Weekend Planner: Coffee Lessons, Barrel Room Birthday Bash and More
We dug up activities for you to do this weekend — everything from coffee lessons to tutorials on how to paint your home
1. Coffee Lesson at Muggswigz Coffee and Tea Co. Where/When: Muggswigz, 137 Walnut Ave. NE, Canton; 5:30 p.m.-7 p.m. Friday Why Go: We’re sure you’ve had many lessons in your day, but probably not a coffee lesson. On the agenda for this one is coffee tasting, coffee talk and a Q&A. Register by e-mailing president@muggswigz.com. Pricing: Free 2. The Barrel Room’s First Birthday Party Where/When: The Barrel Room, 7901 Cleveland Ave. NW, North Canton; noon-1 a.m. Saturday Why Go: If you haven’t gotten the hint after our story about it, let us remind you again: This party is going to be a blast. Drink specials, food specials, music, you name it. Pricing: No cover charge, but check our story for more information on drink specials 3. Blues …
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Thursday, February 17, 2011
Get Out Weekend Planner: Get Crafty, Captain a Boat and More
We shopped around to find the best of what's going on in and near North Canton this weekend
Are your weekend plans a little lackluster? Don’t fret. North Canton Patch did some digging to come up with five awesome things to get you out of the house and having fun this weekend. Want your event featured in next week’s "Get Out” weekend planner? E-mail Editor Morgan Day at Morgan.Day@patch.com. 1. Rhythms concert series at the Massillon Museum Where/When: 121 Lincoln Way, Massillon; 8 p.m. Saturday Why Go: Ever hear of a motivational speaker? Well, Cy Harp will motivate you, too — but with music. This soulful artist wants to change people’s selfish thinking. But we suggest you be a little selfish and go see him for yourself. Click here for more info on the series. Pricing: $15 for non-members, $12.50 for members or $10 for students 2…
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Wednesday, February 16, 2011
Grab & Go Kids Planner: Presidents Day Activities for You and Your Kids
Revisit history together in honor of Presidents Day
Welcome to the weekly Grab & Go Kids Planner. This feature highlights activities and new places to try out with your children both locally and just a short drive away. Check out the Grab & Go Kids Planner each week for information on five family events and activities in the area. You can help us build the planner with your suggestions. Please add any tips to the comment box. We would love to hear from you! FAMILY BEST BETS OF THE WEEK Monday is Presidents Day. What a great time to introduce your kids — especially those who are a little older — to Stark County’s own McKinley Presidential Library and Museum and the National First Ladies’ Library Education and Research Center. There is much for parents and children to learn and uncover at …
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Thursday, February 3, 2011
Get Out: The Hitmen at the 356, New Brews at the Barrel Room and More
Stick around North Canton for live music at a couple locations, golfing in the snow or the Y's cafe night
So it’s Thursday, and you’ve got no idea what you’ll do for the weekend. Patch is coming to the rescue. We’ve got the best bets for your done-work-outta-here time. Check our picks for the activities to hit and new bars, restaurants and shops to explore. 1. Watch the Hitmen of North Canton perform Where/When: 356th Fighter Group Restaurant; 9:30 p.m. Friday-1:30 a.m. Saturday Why Go: Where else can you get a stiff martini and stellar meatloaf before seeing a live band play? If you ask nicely, maybe this classic rock band will play some Tom Petty for you. Pricing: $5 cover 2. Peruse some art at Canton First Friday while helping someone who’s down and out Where/When: Downtown Canton; 6 p.m.-10 p.m. Friday Why Go: Canton First Friday’s “…
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Donna J. Noble
1:00 pm on Friday, February 18, 2011
Tonight, I'm hanging out with the middle school youth at The Chapel in North Canton...ALL NIGHT LONG at the annual CAFFEINATED event. Great speakers at the church, then load the buses for Center Ice, Massillon Rec Center, Pump it Up! (at 5 a.m.) then back to the church for breakfast at 7 a.m. No sleep for me. Guess I'll need to stay CAFFEINATED! Great things happening at the Chapel! Check it the … more ›