November 2011 calendar

ALL MONTH

Souvenirs of Yesteryear A special showing of decades of Hoover memorabilia from private collections of former Hoover employees enhances the “Sweeping Changes” story of the Hoover Legacy. 1-4 p.m. Admission is $5. Hoover Historical Center/Walsh University, 1875 E. Maple St., North Canton. 330-244-4667.

 

THROUGH NOV. 6

Green Revolution The Smithsonian provides design plans that are built locally from recycled and repurposed materials. Great for families. All day. Free with admission. Through Nov. 6. Wm. McKinley Presidential Library & Museum, 800 McKinley Monument Drive NW, Canton. 330-455-7043.

 

THROUGH NOV. 6

Girls Night: The Musical Off-Broadway sensation about five girlfriends on a wild night of karaoke. Various times. Tickets are $44.50-$60.

14th Street Theatre, PlayhouseSquare Center, 1501 Euclid Ave., Cleveland. 866-546-1353 or visit www.playhousesquare.org.

 

ALL MONTH

MassMu Stark County Artists Exhibition Local works on display. Free admission. Show runs through Dec. 31. Tuesday through Saturday, 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sunday 2-5 p.m. Massillon Museum, 121 Lincoln Way E. 330-833-4061.

 

NOV. 3

Dinner show Greater Vision in concert 5:30-9 p.m. Cost is not yet determined. Hartville Kitchen, 1015 Edison St. NW, Hartville. (800) 486-6970.

 

NOV. 3

Soup at Six What Does it Mean to be Green? Science Director, Lynette Reiner examines green pioneers. 6-8 p.m. Admission is $15 and includes a signature soup, fresh baked bread, beverage and dessert. Reservations are required at 330-455-7043. Wm. McKinley Presidential Library & Museum, 800 McKinley Monument Drive NW, Canton. 330-455-7043.

 

NOV. 3

Bill Burr Comedian known for his recurring role on the second season of Chappelle’s Show. 8 p.m. Tickets are $33.50.Ohio Theatre, PlayhouseSquare Center, 1501 Euclid Ave., Cleveland. 866-546-1353 or visit www.playhousesquare.org.

 

NOV. 4-DEC. 10

Trying Joanna McClelland Glass’ semi-autobiographical play about working relationship between the attorney general under Franklin D. Roosevelt and his newly appointed young secretary. Various showtimes. Tickets are $15. Kennedy’s Theatre, PlayhouseSquare Center, 1501 Euclid Ave., Cleveland. 866-546-1353 or visit www.playhousesquare.org.

 

NOV. 4

Anthony Bourdain Chef and author of Kitchen Confidential, best known his hit Travel Channel TV show, “Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations.” 8 p.m. Tickets are $27.50-$57.50. State Theatre, PlayhouseSquare Center, 1501 Euclid Ave., Cleveland. 866-546-1353 or visit www.playhousesquare.org.

 

NOV. 4

Jülz Gallery Wall Artist Receptions Meet the new featured artist and view his art. Jülz by Alan Rodriguez, 220 Market Ave. N, Canton. 330-455-5555.

 

NOV. 4

First Friday Local art, music and food. Free. 6-10 p.m. Downtown Canton Arts District, between Cleveland and Market Avenue N, and Sixth Street N and Tuscarawas Street, Canton. First Stop with About magazine at 5:30 p.m. at Canton Museum of Art. 330-453-1075 or visit www.CantonFirstFriday.com.

 

NOV. 5

Shaquille O’Neal Presents All Star Comedy Jam Lineup of many hilarious comedians. 8 p.m. Tickets are $37.50-$47.50. Palace Theatre, PlayhouseSquare Center, 1501 Euclid Ave., Cleveland. 866-546-1353 or visit www.playhousesquare.org.

 

NOV. 5-6

Dave & Ed’s Super Auto Events Pro-Formance Swap Meet Ohio’s largest indoor/outdoor performance meet with vendors selling circle track, drag, sprint and street parts. Saturday, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. and Sunday, 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Admission is $5, and $7 for a weekend pass. Children under 11 are free. Cash only. Stark County Fairgrounds, 305 Wertz Ave. NW, Canton. 330-477-8506. www.autoevents.com.

 

NOV. 5

NatureFest Arts & Crafts Show Artisans and crafters who depict nature in their work. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Admission is free. The Wilderness Center, 9877 Alabama Ave. SW, Wilmot. 1-877-359-5235.

 

NOV. 5

Veteran’s Day Salute Veterans and members of the armed forces and their spouse or a guest will be admitted free. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. with a special ceremony at 10 a.m. Pro Football Hall of Fame, 2121 George Halas Dr. NW, Canton. 330-456-8207.

 

NOV. 5, 12, 19, 26

Hot Glass Blowing Demonstrations Hot glass working and blowing demonstrations and gallery exhibit of the featured artist. 1-5 p.m. Admission is free. Canal Fulton Glassworks, 215 Market St. W, Canal Fulton. 330-854-2966.

 

NOV. 5

Stomp the Grapes 1/2 Marathon A run at the scenic winery. 2 p.m. Maize Valley Winery & Market, 6193 Edison St., Marlboro Township.
330-877-8344.

 

NOV. 5

Hall of Fame Barbershop Chorus The group will sings classics with a great new twist. 6:15 p.m. Tickets are $38 and include dinner. Amish Door Restaurant & Village, 1210 Winesburg St., Wilmot. (888) 264-7436.

 

NOV. 6

In Remembrance: Civil War Canton Symphony commemorates the 150th anniversary of the Civil War with Westwater Arts photochoreography. 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $20-$40. Umstattd Hall, 2323 17th St. NW, Canton.

 

NOV. 6

The Musical Box Recapturing the magic of an original Genesis concert. 7:30 p.m. $10-$39.75. State Theatre, PlayhouseSquare Center, 1501 Euclid Ave., Cleveland. 866-546-1353 or visit www.playhousesquare.org.

 

NOV. 8-20

La Cage Aux Folles Hilarious new production of La Cage Aux Folles that was the biggest hit of the 2010 Broadway season. Various times.

Tickets are $10-$75. Palace Theatre, PlayhouseSquare Center, 1501 Euclid Ave., Cleveland. 866-546-1353 or visit www.playhousesquare.org.

 

NOV. 9 and 16

Gregory Fulkerson Acclaimed violinist performing Bach’s complete sonatas and partitas for solo violin. 7:30 p.m. Free, no ticket required. Limited seating available on a first-come, first-served basis. Cleveland Museum of Art, 11150 East Blvd., Cleveland. 216-421-7350, 888-CMA-0033.

 

NOV. 10

Karen Peck and New River Southern Gospel group in concert. Tickets are $38 and include dinner. 6:15 p.m. Amish Door Restaurant & Village, 1210 Winesburg St., Wilmot. (888) 264-7436.

 

NOV. 11

A Tribute to the USO The Canton Cabaret Dinner Theatre presents live musicians and singers in a cabaret style. Dinner begins at 6 p.m., followed by the show at 8 p.m. Tickets are $40. Tozzi’s on 12th, 4210 12th St. NW, Canton. 330-456-7397.

 

NOV. 11-13

40th Annual Christkindl Markt Juried fine arts and fine crafts show features original artwork from over 100 exhibitors from across the country in a festive holiday setting. Friday, 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Admission is $7. Children 12 and under are free. Cultural Center for the Arts, 1001 Market Ave. N, Canton. 330-453-7666. www.cantonchristkindl.org.

 

Nov. 12-13

Olde Stark Antique Faire A large indoor exhibition of quality antiques and collectibles offered by more than 100 dealers and collectors. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday. Admission is $4 per day. A two-day pass is $5, children under 12 admitted free. Free parking. Stark County Fairgrounds, 305 Wertz Ave. NW, Canton. 330-794-9100.

 

NOV. 12

Highway to Harmony City of Flags Chorus annual show, a musical travelogue with guest quartets. 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $12 for adults, $10 for seniors, and $5 for students. GlenOak High School Theater, 1801 Schneider St. NE, Plain Township. 1-800-793-3805.

 

NOV. 14

Featured Speakers Series Award-winning journalist Peter Bergen presents “Obama’s War.” 7:30 p.m. Tickets are free and available at the Main Hall information desk. The University Center’s Timken Great Hall, 6000 Frank Ave. NW, Jackson Township.

 

NOV. 14

Bassekou Kouyate and Ngoni Ba African bandleader who revolutionized Malian music. 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $34 and $29. Gartner Auditorium, Cleveland Museum of Art, 11150 East Blvd., Cleveland. 216-421-7350, 888-CMA-0033.

 

NOV. 16-17

Drumline Live Show-style marching bands on the theatrical stage. 8 p.m. Tickets are $10-$39.50. State Theatre, PlayhouseSquare Center, 1501 Euclid Ave., Cleveland. 866-546-1353 or visit www.playhousesquare.org.

 

NOV. 17

Soup at Six and Exhibit Preview Preview of the new Keller Gallery exhibition, “Unwrapping the Holidays: The History and Traditions of the Yuletide Season.” Plus, signature soup, bread, beverage and dessert. 6-8 p.m. Program is $15 and includes food. Reservations are required at 330-455-7043. McKinley Presidential Library & Museum, 800 McKinley Monument Dr. NW, Canton.

 

NOV. 17-19

Yuletide Jamboree Comedic musical with vintage carols and bluegrass holiday tunes. 6:15 p.m. Tickets are $38 and include meal.

Amish Door Restaurant & Village, 1210 Winesburg St., Wilmot. (888) 264-7436.

 

NOV. 18 through JAN. 29

Exhibit: Unwrapping the Holidays: The History and Traditions of the Yuletide Season Exploring the history behind some of our most cherished traditions and symbols of the holiday season. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Free with museum admission. McKinley Presidential Library & Museum, 800 McKinley Monument Dr. NW, Canton. 330-455-7043.

 

NOV. 20

Jim Brickman and Friends The Grammy nominee and Cleveland native celebrate his birthday with a concert. 3 p.m. Tickets are $10-$150.

State Theatre, PlayhouseSquare Center, 1501 Euclid Ave., Cleveland. 866-546-1353 or visit www.playhousesquare.org.

 

NOV. 24

5th Annual Lights at the Legends Light display set to music. 5:30-11 p.m. Free, but non-perishable food donations accepted. Legends Golf Course, 2220 Cyprus Dr. SE, Massillon.

 

NOV. 25

Day After Thanksgiving Activities at the McKinley Museum Day of family fun and activities. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Admission is $8 For adults, $7 for seniors and $6 for students. McKinley Presidential Library & Museum, 800 McKinley Monument Dr. NW, Canton. 330-455-7043.

 

NOV. 25

Free Kids Friday Kids wear their favorite football gear and get a free souvenir with free admission. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. With paying adult. Pro Football Hall of Fame, 2121 George Halas Dr. NW, Canton. 330-456-8207.

 

NOV. 25-DEC. 18

The Game’s Afoot A murder mystery comedy from the author of “Lend Me A Tenor.” Various showtimes. Tickets are $49-$69. Allen Theatre, PlayhouseSquare Center, 1501 Euclid Ave., Cleveland. 866-546-1353 or visit www.playhousesquare.org.

 

NOV. 26

Cameo The Knock Out Tour Part 1 featuring: The Zapp Band, Morris Day and the Time, and Cameo. 8 p.m. Tickets are $37.50-$47.50. State Theatre, PlayhouseSquare Center, 1501 Euclid Ave., Cleveland. 866-546-1353 or visit www.playhousesquare.org.

 

NOV. 26

Luncheon show With Ernie Haase and Signature Sound. 11:15 a.m.-1 p.m. Cost to be determined. Hartville Kitchen, 1015 Edison St. NW, Hartville. (800) 486-6970.

 

NOV. 26

Santa’s Enchanted Village Join Santa for breakfast in a wintry wonderland. 6:15 p.m. Admission is $9-$11. Amish Door Restaurant & Village, 1210 Winesburg St., Wilmot. (888) 264-7436.

 

NOV. 27

An Old-Fashioned Christmas Cleveland POPS with Conductor Carl Topilow and Fox 8 TV personalities. 2 p.m. Tickets are $10-$35.

Palace Theatre, PlayhouseSquare Center, 1501 Euclid Ave., Cleveland. 866-546-1353 or visit www.playhousesquare.org.

 

NOV. 27

Straight No Chaser The 10-member quirky a cappella group and ‘You Tube’ sensation in concert. 3 and 7:30 p.m. Ticket prices are $29.50-$44.50. State Theatre, PlayhouseSquare Center, 1501 Euclid Ave., Cleveland. 866-546-1353 or visit www.playhousesquare.org