July 2010 events
ALL MONTH
Against the Grain: Modernism in the Midwest An exhibition of regional Modernist paintings on loan from museums, galleries and individuals throughout the Great Lakes region. All day. Free. The exhibition may be seen in the main gallery through September 12. Massillon Museum, 121 Lincoln Way E, Massillon. (330) 833-4061.
ALL MONTH
Oak Knoll Wading Pool Wading pool designed for children ages 10 and under. Adult supervision, swimsuits, and swim diapers are required.
11 a.m.-6 p.m. Free. Oak Knoll Park, 618 6th St. SW, Massillon.
ALL MONTH
First Ladies exhibit Features first ladies Elizabeth Monroe, Harriet Lane, Helen Taft, Lou Hoover, Jackie Kennedy, Pat Nixon, Rosalynn Carter and Hillary Clinton. Tuesday-Saturday, 9:30, 10:30, 12:30, 1:30 and 2:30. Admission is $7 for adults; $6 for seniors; $5 for youth (17 and younger); includes tour of McKinley-Saxton home. National First Ladies' Library, 205 Market Ave. S, Canton. (330) 452-0876, Ext. 320.
THROUGH JULY 4
Form, Function and Figure Exhibit Featuring the work of 18 contemporary Ohio ceramic artists, including Bill Brouillard, Jack Earl and Gail Russell. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tickets are $6 for adults, $4 for seniors/students. Canton Museum of Art, 1001 Market Ave. N. (330) 453-7666.
JULY 1-4
Lake Township Community Festival 5K race, 25 & 50K bike ride, food, amusement rides, concerts and fireworks. 5-11 p.m. Free admission.
Lake Alumni Field Stadium, 11858 Market Ave. N, Lake Township. (330) 268-5866.
JULY 2
Brittany Mazur Studio M Exhibition Opening Enjoy the paintings of and meet Brittany Mazur, and sample refreshments. Show will continue through August 8. 6-8 p.m. Free. Massillon Museum, 121 Lincoln Way E, Massillon. (330) 833-4061.
JULY 2-5
Clay's Park 4th of July Celebration Weekend Spectacular fireworks display and street party preceded by a military observance and barbecue. All day. Admission fee. Clay's Park Resort, 13190 Patterson Rd., North Lawrence. (800) 860-4386. www.ClaysPark.com.
JULY 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
Canton Farmers' Market Locally grown produce, meats, eggs, candies, baked goods, fresh-cut flowers, potted plants, plus family activities, live music, and art. Downtown Canton Arts District, Court Avenue and Fourth Street NW. (330) 458-2063.
JULY 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
Alliance Farmers' Market Locally grown fruits and vegetables, home-made baked goods, freezer beef and pork, maple syrup, honey, herbs, and plants. 9 a.m.-noon, Free admission. Corner of Main and Mechanic Streets, Alliance. (330) 821-7712.
JULY 3
71st July 4th Celebration More than 1,000 vendors. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Free admission. Hartville MarketPlace & Flea Market, 1289 Edison St. NW, Hartville. (330) 877-9860.
JULY 4
North Canton YMCA July 4th Race Stark County's oldest and largest 2 and 5 mile run. Part of the Subway Challenge series. 8:10-10:30 a.m. North Canton YMCA, 200 S. Main St., North Canton.
JULY 4
Massillon Fourth of July Picnic in the Park Community picnic with food and games, all-day entertainment on stage, and fireworks. 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Free. Stadium Park, 301 18th St. SE, Massillon. (330) 904-5010.
JULY 2
Canton First Friday Shop at downtown galleries, stroll down Court Avenue and enjoy street performers including musicians, artists, jugglers and more. 6-10 p.m. Free. Downtown Canton Arts District, Court Avenue NW and Fourth Street. First Stop with About magazine at 5:30 p.m. at the Canton Museum of Art. (330) 453-1075 or visit www.CantonFirstFriday.com.
JULY 4
Alliance celebration Fireworks, food, pony rides and more. 5 p.m. Free. (Pony rides $1.) Silver Park, State Route 183, (Union Ave.) one-half mile south of State Street. (330) 875-9398.
JULY 7, 14, 21, 28
J-Jams Outdoor concerts under the covered patio featuring all music genres. Noon-1 p.m. Free. Bring your brown bag lunch or plan to purchase from Chik Fil A, who will be on-site. Cultural Center for the Arts, 1001 Market Ave. N, Canton. (330) 452-4096
JULY 7-11
Tall Ships Festival A dozen replica historic vessels in celebration of the Rotary Club's 100th anniversary. Opens with the exhilarating Parade of Sail on July 7 at 4 p.m. as the ships enter the harbor under full sail. 9:30 a.m.-6 p.m. $14 at the gate, $11 groups of 10 or more, $12 advance sale, $11 seniors, $8 Children (6-14), Children 5 and under free. Port of Cleveland, Docks 28-30, behind Cleveland Browns Stadium. (216) 241-6000. www.clevelandtallships.org.
JULY 8-10
Olde Canal Days Festival 2010 Rides, inflatables, food, live entertainment, queen's pageant and more. 5-11 p.m. Free. 116 N. Canal St., Canal Fulton.
(330) 854-9095.
JULY 9-11
Great Mohican Indian Pow-Wow Native foods, music, storytelling, dance and drum competitions and over 40 artisans, craftsmen and traders. $8 adults, $4 Children, pre-school free. Mohican Reservation Camp & Festival Grounds, 23270 Wally Rd., Loudonville. 1-800-766-2267. www.mohicanpowwow.com.
JULY 9-11
Summit County Italian-American Fest Great Italian food, music and entertainment. Downtown Akron. (330) 699-9911.
JULY 9-11
Italian American Festival Great food and entertainment, Polka dancing and live bands. 4 p.m.-midnight. Stark County Fairgrounds, 305 Wertz Ave. NW, Canton.
(330) 494-0886.
JULY 9
Glass blowing demonstrations Come to the gallery and meet the month's featured artist. Glass blowing demonstrations in the studio. 5-9 p.m. Free. Canal Fulton Glassworks, 215 Market St. W. (330) 854-2966.
JULY 9
Summer Science Splash Fun activities like animal shows, bee demonstrations, H.A.M. radio, and science crafts. 5-10 p.m. $5. McKinley Presidential Library & Museum, 800 McKinley Monument Dr. NW, Canton. (330) 455-7043.
JULY 9
Night Fishing Derby Fish by the light of the moon at Sippo Lake Park. Registration 5-7 p.m. Fishing 6 p.m.-midnight. $5. Sippo Lake Park Marina, 5300 Tyner St. NW, Perry Township.
July 9
Uncharted Oz: Music from The WIzard of Oz 1902-1909 The Canton Comic Opera Company will present concert with a historical lecture by Mr. Larry Moore, preeminent New York historian on American musical theatre of the 1900s. 8 p.m. Free. Cable Recital Hall, Cultural Center for the Arts, 1001 Market Avenue North, Canton. (330) 492-8011. www.cantoncomicoperaco.com.
JULY 10
The Wizard of Oz Performed by the Canton Comic Opera Company. 8 p.m. $20 for adults, $10 for children and students. Canton Palace Theatre, 605 Market Avenue North, Canton. (330) 492-8011.
JULY 10, 17, 24, 31
Massillon Farmer's Market Seasonal fruits and vegetables, baked goods, fresh cut flowers, craft items and more. 8 a.m.-noon. Massillon Recreation Center, 505 Erie St. N, Massillon. (330) 832-1621.
JULY 11
2nd Annual Granite Grille Luau Tropical drink specials, live island music, and a whole pork slow cooked out on the patio. All day. The Granite Grille, 5650 Quarry Golf Club, Canton. Call for reservations at (330) 488-3178.
JULY 12-14
3 x 3 Science Samplers Exciting camp brings the world of science to students in grades 1-3. 9 a.m.-noon. Tuition is $20 per day, $18 per day for members. Reservations are required. McKinley Presidential Library & Museum, 800 McKinley Monument Dr. NW, Canton. (330) 455-7043.
JULY 14-18
North Canton Jaycees Fair Rides, games, and food. All day. Free admission. North Canton Memorial Stadium, Seventh St. NE, North Canton.
(330) 499-5615
JULY 16
Massillon Museum Island Party Reggae under the stars with great food and drinks. 6-11 p.m. Free admission. Massillon Museum, 121 Lincoln Way E, Massillon. (330) 833-4061.
JULY 15, 22, 29
Canal Fulton Lions Club Farmers' Market Lots of locally grown produce. 4-7 p.m. St. Helena Heritage Park, Cherry Street, Canal Fulton.
(330) 854-4645.
JULY 16-18
7th Annual Rock 'n Resort Music Festival Variety of national headline artists, top tribute bands, independent recording artists and acoustic performers. Clay's Park Resort, 13190 Patterson Rd., North Lawrence. (800) 860-4386. www.clayspark.com.
JULY 16-18
Canton Garden Center Tour of Gardens Self-guided tour of gardens in the greater Canton area. All day. Canton Garden Center, 1615 Stadium Park N.W.,
Canton. (330) 455-6172.
JULY 18
Summer Garden Tea Fresh floral arrangements, linen and lace tablecloths, sweets and savories, and tea sandwiches. This is the traditional fund-raiser for The Herb Society at the Hoover Historical Center. 1-3 p.m. Cost to be determined. Hoover Historical Center/Walsh University, 1875 E. Maple St., North Canton. (330) 499-0287.
JULY 22
Legacy Five Concert Gospel Concert and dinner with Legacy Five. 5:30-9 p.m. Hartville Kitchen, 1015 Edison St. NW, Hartville. (330) 877-9353.
JULY 22-24
Grand 'Ol Jamboree Dinner Theater The Atkins Family hits the road for an all new gospel music adventure. 6:15-9 p.m. Tickets are $38 and include a bountiful meal.
Amish Door Restaurant & Village, 1210 Winesburg St., US 62, Wilmot. (888) 264-7436.
JULY 23-25
Aviation Weekend View significant restored civilian and military airplanes. All day. MAPS Air Museum, 2260 International Parkway, Green. (330) 896-6332.
JULY 23-25
The Wedding Singer Fun musical featuring the pop songs of the 1980's and presented by the North Canton Playhouse. Fri. and Sat. at 8 p.m., Sun. at 2:30 p.m.
Canton Palace Theatre, 605 Market Ave. N, Canton. (330) 494-1613.
JULY 24
Second Annual Run to the Ohio Wall Food, vendors, live entertainment, military support groups displays, Ohio POW Wall. Candlelight vigil 7 p.m. at Ohio Memorial, Clinton. Staging at 10 a.m. at Clay's Park, Canal Fulton. Breakfast buffet till 1 p.m. Ride leaves at 1 p.m. for Western Reserve National Cemetery. Ceremonies 2-3 p.m. Clay's Park Resort, 13190 Patterson Rd., North Lawrence. (800) 860-4386.
JULY 28-AUG. 15
The Phantom of the Opera The longest running show in Broadway history. Allen Theatre, PlayhouseSquare Center, 1501 Euclid Ave., Cleveland. (216) 771-4444. www.playhousesquare.com. www.thephantomoftheopera.com.
JULY 29
The McKameys Gospel Dinner Concert. 6:15-9 p.m. Tickets are $38 and include a bountiful meal. Amish Door Restaurant & Village, 1210 Winesburg St., US 62, Wilmot. (888) 264-7436.
JULY 30-AUG. 1
Balloon Classic Invitational/Jackson-Belden Food Fest & Fireworks More than 75 hot air balloons take flight plus food vendors, live music, children's activities, an illuminating Balloon Night Glow, and spectacular fireworks display. Fri., 4-11:30 p.m. , Sat., 6 a.m. and 4-11:30 p.m., Sun., 6 a.m., Kent State University Stark Campus. 6000 Frank Ave. NW, Jackson Township.
JULY 30-AUG.1
Disney's The Jungle Book Kids An exciting Disney classic presented by The Players' Guild. 7-9 p.m. $10. The Players Guild Theatre, 1001 Market Ave. N, Canton. (330) 453-7619.