May 2010 events
THROUGH MAY 16
Bat Boy: The Musical Presented by Great Lakes Theater Festival, the modern-day musical comedy tells the amazing story of a strange boy with pointy ears, his struggle to find a place in a world that shuns him. Tickets are $15-$49. Hanna Theatre, PlayhouseSquare Center, 1519 Euclid Ave., Cleveland. (216) 664-6064 or visit www.greatlakestheater.org.
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.
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.
MAY 1
Ohio Fitness & Health Expo The latest in health and wellness products and services, fitness equipment, nutrition, gyms, spas, weight loss programs, health screenings and health information. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. $5. Stark County Fairgrounds, 305 Wertz Ave. NW, Canton. (330) 956-5566.
MAY 1
Bel’VOCI Spring Ring Performance by Stark County’s premier adult hand bell ensemble. 3 p.m. Tickets are $10. Our Lady of Peace Church, 1001 39th St. NW, Canton. (330) 455-1000.
MAY 1
Waiting for Joshua Dinner theater with humor and music in a re-imagined look at the story of Joshua, set in the WWI era. 6:15 p.m. Tickets are $38 and include a bountiful meal. Amish Door Restaurant & Village, 1210 Winesburg St. (U.S. Route 62), Wilmot. (888) 264-7436.
MAY 1
From the Page to the Stage Featuring the Lyric Theatre Ensemble. 7:30 p.m. Free. Kent State University Stark Campus Main Hall Auditorium, 6000 Frank Ave. NW, Jackson Township. (330) 244-3358.
MAY 1
Free Comic Book Day With a TV Car Cruise-In, WKDD live remote and prizes, meet favorite cartoon characters, free food and drinks. All day. Free. Toys Time Forgot, 137 E. Cherry St., Canal Fulton. (330) 854-1700.
MAY 1-2
Battle of Magicians Tricks and illusions will amaze all ages. 8 p.m. Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday. Canton Palace Theatre, 605 Market Ave. N, Canton. (330) 454-8172.
MAY 1-2
Anything Goes An amusing story wrapped around one of Cole Porter’s magical scores. Thursdays and Fridays at 7:30 p.m., Saturdays and Sundays at 2:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $10. North Canton Playhouse, 525 Seventh St. NE. (330) 494-1613.
MAY 2
Wildlife Baby Shower An event to celebrate and welcome wild animal babies into the world. 1-3 p.m. Exploration Gateway, 5712 12th St. NW, Perry Township. (330) 477-3552.
MAY 4-8
Farfalle (butterflies) Become immersed in a world made of music, dance, digital images and butterflies. 8 p.m. Tickets are $14. Allen Theatre, PlayhouseSquare Center, 1519 Euclid Ave., Cleveland. (216) 241-6000 or (866) 546-1353 or visit www.playhousesquare.org.
MAY 4-5
Corbian — A Glow in the Dark Adventure Features glow-in-the-dark creatures that light up the stage in a unique and innovative theater experience. Tickets are $10-$14. Palace Theatre, PlayhouseSquare Center, 1519 Euclid Ave., Cleveland. (216) 241-6000 or (866) 546-1353 or visit www.playhousesquare.org or www.kidsentertainment.net.
MAY 7
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.
MAY 7-8
The Man Who Planted Trees Multisensory puppetry adaptation of Jean Giono’s beloved fable and book. 6:30 p.m. Friday, noon and 3 p.m. Saturday. Tickets are $14. State Theatre, PlayhouseSquare Center, 1519 Euclid Ave., Cleveland. (216) 241-6000 or (866) 546-1353 or visit www.playhousesquare.org or www.puppetstate.com.
MAY 7-8
The Dream Jam Band Their debut album was named to the National Public Radio Top 10 list of the year’s best family and children’s albums. Tickets are $10-$14. Ohio Theatre, PlayhouseSquare Center, 1519 Euclid Ave., Cleveland. (216) 241-6000 or (866) 546-1353 or visit www.playhousesquare.org or www.dreamjamband.com.
MAY 8
Ryan Humbert in concert Fundraising concert with local artist and his 10-piece band to benefit Project REBUILD. 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $20 for reserved seating and $15 for general admission. Canton Palace Theatre, 605 Market Ave. N. (330) 232-6586 or visit www.cantonpalacetheater.org.
MAY 8
Glass blowing demonstrations Come to the gallery and meet the month’s featured artist. Glass blowing demonstrations in the studio. Noon-5 p.m. Free. Canal Fulton Glassworks, 215 Market St. W. (330) 854-2966.
MAY 8
Terrance Simien & the Zydeco Experience Grammy award winners play unique mix of zydeco-funk meets Afro-Caribbean reggae-world music. 2 p.m. Tickets are $10-$14. Ohio Theatre, PlayhouseSquare Center, 1519 Euclid Ave., Cleveland. (216) 241-6000 or (866) 546-1353 or visit www.playhousesquare.org or www.terrancesimien.com.
MAY 8
Pilobolus Dance Theater Performance known for a strong element of physical interaction between the bodies of the performers and exaggerations or contortions of the human form often verging on gymnastics. Tickets are $10-$45. Palace Theatre, PlayhouseSquare Center, 1519 Euclid Ave., Cleveland. (216) 241-6000 or (866) 546-1353 or visit www.playhousesquare.org or www.dancecleveland.org.
MAY 8
Oddball Emporium of the Weird A celebration of uniqueness, creativity, imagination and wonder. Artists, crafters and like-minded sorts gather to offer their unusual creations. 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Holiday Inn Hudson, 240 E. Hines Hills Rd., Hudson. (330) 734-0337 or visit www.oddmall.info.
MAY 8
Richard Fry Memorial Catfish Derby For children, ages 4 to 15. 8-11 a.m. Petros Lake Park, 3275 Perry Dr. SW, Perry Township. (330) 477-3552.
MAY 8
Princess Tea Party Brunch and unique activities, including horse-drawn carriage rides, a nail glitter station, dance and music performance. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Cost to be determined. Amish Door Restaurant & Village, 1210 Winesburg St. (U.S. 62), Wilmot. (888) 264-7436.
MAY 8
White House Weddings Story of first lady Frances Folsom Cleveland, wife of President Grover Cleveland. 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Light luncheon. General admission is $25, $22 for members. National First Ladies’ Library Education Building, 205 Market Ave. S, Canton. (330) 452-0876.
MAY 8
Mothers are free Bring Mom to the museum on the day before Mother’s Day. All day. Wm. McKinley Presidential Library & Museum, 800 McKinley Monument Dr. NW, Canton. (330) 455-7043.
MAY 8
St. Helena III Canal Boat public rides Opening day. Ride the historic canal boat Saturdays and Sundays throughout May. 1 and 2:30 p.m. Tickets are $7 for adults and teens; $6 for seniors; $5 for children 5-12. 125 W. Tuscarawas St., Canal Fulton. (330) 854-6835.
MAY 11-23
Grease Classic musical starring “American Idol” winner Taylor Hicks as Teen Angel. Various times. Tickets are $10-$70. Palace Theatre, PlayhouseSquare Center, 1519 Euclid Ave., Cleveland. (216) 241-6000 or (866) 546-1353 or visit www.playhousesquare.org or www.greaseontour.com.
MAY 11
Writers Center Stage Series Jhumpa Lahiri, the author of the Pulitzer Prize-winning collection of short stories “Interpreter of Maladies” and the critically acclaimed novel “The Namesake.” Tickets are $30. Ohio Theatre, PlayhouseSquare Center, 1519 Euclid Ave., Cleveland. (216) 241-6000 or (866) 546-1353 or visit www.playhousesquare.org or www.writerscenterstage.org.
MAY 12
Fine Wine Wednesdays Sampling of regional wines from all over France. Hosted by Sash Parbhoo, proprietor of Vinoteca Wine Shop. 5:30-7 p.m. Tickets are $35 per person or $60 for couples. Joseph Saxton Gallery of Photography, 520 Cleveland Ave. NW, Canton. (330) 438-0030.
MAY 13
The Crist Family Gospel Dinner Concert Considered by some to be one of the fastest-rising family groups in gospel music today. 6:15 p.m. Tickets are $38 and include a meal. Reserved seating. Amish Door Restaurant & Village, 1210 Winesburg St. (U.S. 62, Wilmot. (888) 264-7436.
MAY 13
Pro Football Hall of Fame Enshrinement Festival Queen Pageant Young women from Stark County and surrounding communities compete for the title of Festival Queen. 7 p.m. Canton Palace Theatre, 605 Market Ave. N, Canton. (330) 454-8172.
MAY 14-16
Encore: A Tribute to 70 years...Opera to Broadway! Voices of Canton perform tunes from opera to Broadway. 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $15. Oakwood Middle School, 2300 Schneider St. NW, Plain Township. (330) 455-1000.
MAY 14-16
Navarre Community Garage Sale Walk A legendary community-wide garage sale that draws people from surrounding counties and beyond. All day. Village of Navarre,
MAY 15
Spring Plant Sale A variety of native Ohio plants for sale for rain gardens, sunny spots, shade and more. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Exploration Gateway, 5712 12th St. NW, Perry Township. (330) 477-3552.
MAY 15
Against the Grain: Modernism in the Midwest Exhibition Opening An exhibition of regional Modernist paintings on loan from museums, galleries and individuals throughout the Great Lakes region. 7-9 p.m. Free. The exhibition may be seen in the main gallery through September 12. Massillon Museum, 121 Lincoln Way E, Massillon. (330) 833-4061.
MAY 15
Opening of Sawdust and Spectacle Exhibition Show opens in the second-floor gallery on National Circus Day. All day. Free. Massillon Museum, 121 Lincoln Way E, Massillon. (330) 833-4061.
MAY 16
Canton Children’s Chorus Spring Concert Celebrate spring with the VOCI’s Canton Children’s Chorus. 3 p.m. Cost to be determined. Trinity United Church of Christ, 3909 Blackburn Rd. NW, Plain Township. (330) 455-1000.
MAY 16
The 33rd annual Rite Aid Cleveland Marathon, Half Marathon & 10K One of the flattest and fastest courses in the country. 7 a.m. $85 by May 12, $95 by May 15. 29525 Chagrin Blvd., Suite 215, Pepper Pike. (800) 467-3826. www.clevelandmarathon.com.
MAY 21-23
Clay’s Bark In The Park Festival See the high-flying action of DockDogs Zone Qualifier for the World Championships, the fastest growing sport for canines in North America. All day. Admission fee. Clay’s Park Resort, 13190 Patterson Rd., North Lawrence. (800) 860-4386.
MAY 21
Genevieve Thompson Studio M Exhibition The digital photo compilations of Genevieve Thompson, meet the artist and enjoy refreshments. Show continues through June 27. 6-8 p.m. Free. Massillon Museum, 121 Lincoln Way E, Massillon. (330) 833-4061.
MAY 21-23, 28-30
Annie The classic musical for all ages. 8 p.m. Tickets are $17 to $22. The Players Guild Theatre, 1001 Market Ave. N, Canton. (330) 453-7619.
MAY 21-23, 28-30
The Crucible Story of a young farmer, his wife, and a young servant-girl who maliciously causes the wife’s arrest for witchcraft. 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, 2:30 p.m. Sundays. Tickets are $12 for adults, $11 for seniors and students. North Canton Playhouse, 525 7th St. NE, North Canton. (330) 494-1613.
MAY 22-23
Massillon’s Historic Downtown Walking Tour Margy Vogt’s public walking tour of Massillon includes the history and architecture of Massillon’s 184-year-old downtown. 2-4 p.m. Tickets are $5. Historic Downtown Massillon, 137 Lincoln Way East, Massillon.
MAY 23
“A Look at Religion in Lake Township” Lake Township Historical Society Museum shows a new military display along with a look at religion. 2-5 p.m. Free. Lake Township Historical Society Museum, 3303 Myers St., Greentown. (330) 877-2546
MAY 23
John Lithgow: Stories by Heart Performance to benefit Great Lakes Theater Festival, the classic theater company that his father, Arthur Lithgow, helped to found nearly fifty years ago. Tickets are $55. Hanna Theatre, PlayhouseSquare Center, 1519 Euclid Ave., Cleveland. (216) 241-6000 or (866) 546-1353 or visit www.playhousesquare.org.
MAY 26
2010 Junior Achievement Golf Classic 18 holes of golf, followed by lunch and awards. $125 per golfer. The Quarry Golf Club in Canton. Money raised benefits Junior Achievement’s mission of educating students about work readiness, entrepreneurship and financial literacy. Registration requested by May 20. (330) 433-0063 or visit www.JAonline.org.
MAY 26
Documentary Night New photo documentary for public view every last Wednesday of the month. 8 p.m. Free. The Joseph Saxton Gallery of Photography, 520 Cleveland Ave. NW, Canton. (330) 438-0030.
MAY 27
Taste of Canton Enjoy the samples of more than 30 of the area’s finest restaurants. 11:30 a.m.-9:30 p.m. $2 to $6 per plate. Market Avenue North, Downtown Canton.
MAY 28-31
Fun in the Sun Carnival Carnival rides, games and food in the Massillon Recreation Center parking lot. All day. Free. 505 Erie St. N, Massillon. (330) 832-1621.
MAY 29-30
Great Lakes Fiber Show Over 75 vendors will be selling fiber related items from raw fiber including alpaca, angora, mohair, and wool to yarn in every imaginable color as well as finished items. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday. Free. Wayne County Fairgrounds, 199 Vanover St., Wooster. (330) 264-9665. www.greatlakesfibershow.com.
MAY 29
Chalk Art Festival Live chalk art demonstrations, competitions, children’s activities, farmer’s market and fun for the whole family. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. Medina, Ohio at the historic business district around the town square. (330) 952-0910.
MAY 29
Shen Yun Classical Chinese dance and music in a lavishly colorful and exhilarating show. 8 p.m. Tickets are $29-$130. State Theatre, PlayhouseSquare Center, 1519 Euclid Ave., Cleveland. (216) 241-6000 or (866) 546-1353 or visit www.playhousesquare.org or www.shenyunperformingarts.org
MAY 29-31
Clay’s Park Memorial Day Celebration The area’s largest patriotic observance with live entertainment, military presentations and other family activities. All day. Admission fee. Clay’s Park Resort, 13190 Patterson Rd., North Lawrence. (800) 860-4386 or visit www.ClaysPark.com.