October 2011 events

Correction: In the print edition of October's About, we included a Canton Ballet event on Oct. 14-15 that was listed incorrectly. This event is not scheduled. We regret the error.

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.

ALL MONTH
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.

OCT. 1
Sixth annual Fall Arts & Crafts Festival More than 100 artisans and crafters. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Free admission. Hartville MarketPlace & Flea Market,
1289 Edison St. NW, Lake Township. 330-877-9860.

OCT. 1
A Chorus for a Cause fall concert Fun, good-feeling music benefiting Special Olympics of Stark County. Also performing will be Handprints, Children and Youth Choirs of A Chorus for a Cause and the Harmony Ringers Handbell Choir. 7:30 p.m. Admission is $10. Hoover High School, 525 Seventh St. NE, North Canton. www.achorusforacause.org or Susie at 330-453-3460.

OCT. 1
Ohio Swiss Festival Celebrate the Sugarcreek area’s Swiss heritage with entertainment and Swiss cheese. All day. Free admission. Ohio Swiss Festival Grounds, Swiss Village Corridor, Sugarcreek. 888-609-7592.

OCT. 1
MassMu Opening: Stark County Artists Exhibition With a reception for artists whose work is juried into the show. 7-9 p.m. 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.

OCT. 1-2
Fall into Fun Carnival Rides, food and fun to celebrate fall. Thursday and Friday 5-10 p.m.; Saturday 1-11 p.m.; and Sunday 1-6 p.m. Cost is $1 per ticket or $15 for wristbands. Massillon Recreation Center, 505 Erie St. N. 330-832-1621.

OCT. 1, 8
Farmer’s Market of Massillon Stock up on all your fresh homegrown fruits and vegetables. 8 a.m.-noon. Free. Massillon Recreation Center, 505 Erie St. N. 330-832-1621.

OCT. 1, 8, 15
Alliance Farmers’ Market Locally grown fruits and vegetables, homemade baked goods, chicken, turkey, maple syrup and more. 9 a.m.-noon. Corner of E. Main Street and Mechanic Avenue, Alliance. 330-821-7712.

OCT. 1 and 15
Gervasi Vineyard Winery Tours Tour one of the area’s newest hot spots. Noon-2 p.m. Free. Tours last 20 to 30 minutes. First and third Saturdays of the month through October. 1700 55th St NE, Canton. 330-497-1000 or visit www.gervasivineyard.com.

OCT. 4
One Book, One Community Meet the Author presentation with Doug Peterson, author of “The Disappearing Man.” 7 p.m. Admission is free. Malone University’s Johnson Center Dining Room, 2600 Cleveland Ave. NW, Canton. For information, call 330-458-2698.

OCT. 4-30
The Civil War — a Photographic Perspective A Nation Divided: The Heartland Responds Marking the 150th anniversary of the beginning of the American Civil War with an exhibit of Civil War photography and artifacts. 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Thursday and Friday; 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday; 1-5 p.m. Sunday. Admission is $6 for adults, $5 for seniors and students and free for children. Canton Museum of Art, Cultural Center for the Arts, 1001 Market Ave. N. 330-453-7666.

OCT. 5, 12, 19, 26
Gervasi Vineyard Farmers Market Stroll along the pathways and shop local vendors that specialize in fresh and homemade goods. 4-7 p.m. Free. 1700 55th St. NE, Canton. 330-497-1000 or visit www.gervasivineyard.com.

OCT. 6
Soup at Six — Influenza Learn more about the 1918 flu pandemic that killed millions of people worldwide and why it could happen again. 6-8 p.m. Admission is $15 and includes a signature soup, fresh baked bread, beverage and dessert. Reservations are required. Wm. McKinley Presidential Library & Museum, 800 McKinley Monument Drive NW, Canton. 330-455-7043.

OCT. 6
Ghostly Tales Cruise Guests are entertained with audience participation, historical ghostly tales by the Vintage Radio Players. 6:30 p.m. Admission is $17 per person. St. Helena III Canal Boat, 125 Tuscarawas St., Canal Fulton. 330-854-6835.

OCT. 6-9
Greek Oktoberfest Festival Greece comes to Massillon with food, dancing, art and live entertainment. 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Admission is free. Saint George Cultural Center, 364 First St. SE, Massillon. 330-832-3659.

OCT. 6, 13
Jackson Township Farmers Market Local farmers and vendors sell vegetables, fruits, plants, flowers, herbs, honey, syrup and baked goods. 3-7 p.m. Free. Jackson North Park, 7600 Fulton Drive NW, Jackson Township. 330-832-7416.

OCT. 7
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.

OCT. 7
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.

OCT. 7
Huun Huur Tu Hear the musical culture of Tuva, a South Siberian Turkic people, who uphold one of the world’s oldest forms of music-making. 7:30 p.m. Admission is $43 and $38. Gartner Auditorium, Cleveland Museum of Art, 11150 East Blvd., Cleveland. 888-CMA-0033.

OCT. 7-8, 14-15, 21-22, 28-29
Zoar Village’s Lantern Tours of the Ghosts Take a haunted stroll through the village with history and ghost stories told by costumed guides. 7:30 p.m. by appointment. Admission is $16 per person. 330-874-2002.

OCT. 7-8, 14-15, 21-22, 28-29
Wicked Weekends Two haunted attractions and a haunted hayride on the grounds of Clay’s Park Resort every Friday and Saturday night through the month of October. Gates open at 6:30 p.m. General admission includes all three haunted attractions. Clay’s Park Resort, 13190 Patterson St. NW, Lawrence Township. 800-860-4386.

OCT. 7-8
Holiday Boutique 18th annual Canton Woman’s Club event. 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Friday and 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday. Admission is free. 822 Market Ave. N, Canton.

OCT. 7-8
The Art of Ikebana 50th anniversary celebration presented by North Canton Chapter 54. 5:30-7 Friday and 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Saturday. Canton Museum of Art, 1001 Market Ave. N, Canton. 330-821-8980. www.ikebanancanton.org.

OCT. 7-9
Algonquin Mill Fall Festival Pioneer-style festival featuring an early-1800s steam-powered flour mill and sawmill, antique power show, old railway depot with model trains, many crafters. All day. Admission is $8 per vehicle. Algonquin Mill Farm in Carrollton. 330-627-5910 or 330-627-0103.

OCT. 8
Harvest Fest Activities include old-fashioned games, a giant corn play box, a straw bale maze, pumpkin painting, hayrides and a blacksmith exhibit. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Admission is free. Amish Door Restaurant & Village, 1210 Winesburg St., Wilmot. 888-264-7436.

OCT. 8
Historic Fourth Street Walking Tour Learn about famous Massillon residents in history with Margy Vogt. 2 p.m. Cost is $5. 210 Fourth St. NE, Massillon.

OCT. 8
Lavell Crawford Comic is part of the “All-Star Comedy Festival” with Gary Owen, Michael Blackson and Capone. 8 p.m. Tickets are $47.50 to $57.50. State Theatre, PlayhouseSquare Center, 1501 Euclid Ave., Cleveland. 866- 546-1353 or visit www.playhousesquare.org.

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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.

OCT. 8-9
Holmes County Antique Festival With a classic car parade, antiques dealers, arts and crafts, 5K run, entertainment and food. All day. Admission is free. Historic Downtown Millersburg. 330-674-6781.

OCT. 9
A Birthday Celebration of Liszt The Canton Symphony MasterWorks season opens. 7:30-9 p.m. Tickets are $20 to $40. Umstattd Hall, 2323 17th St. NW, Canton. 330-452-2094.

OCT. 10
Bryan Ferry Touring for his OLYMPIA album with special guest Phenomenal Handclap Band. 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $37.50 to $65. State Theatre, PlayhouseSquare Center, 1501 Euclid Ave., Cleveland. 866- 546-1353 or visit www.playhousesquare.org.

OCT. 11
Jackson Township Historical Society Open House All are welcome to come and reminisce, view the schoolhouse, or share anything they remember about Jackson Township. 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Free admission. 7756 Fulton Drive NW, Jackson Township. 330-832-6905.

OCT. 11
Victorian Tea Trirosis of Stark County’s tea and luncheon with Louisa May Alcott. 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Admission is $14. Danbury of North Canton, 181 Applegrove St. NE. For reservations, call 330-833-9048.

OCT. 11-23
Million Dollar Quartet Tale of broken promises, secrets, betrayal and celebrations featuring timeless hits including “Blue Suede Shoes,” “Fever,” “That’s All Right,” “Sixteen Tons,” “Great Balls of Fire” and more. Various show times. Tickets are $10 to $75. Palace Theatre, PlayhouseSquare Center, 1501 Euclid Ave., Cleveland. 866-546-1353 or visit www.playhousesquare.org.

OCT. 12
One Book, One Community Roundtable discussion, “Slavery, the Underground Railroad and the Civil War.” 7 p.m. Admission is free. Malone University’s Johnson Center Dining Room, 2600 Cleveland Ave. NW, Canton. For information, call 330-458-2698.

OCT. 13-14
Leave a Legacy Historically Black Colleges and Universities Golf Tournament Celebrating the life and achievements of the late Dr. William Powell, the first black to design, build, own and operate a golf course in this country. 9 a.m. Clearview Golf Course, 8410 Lincoln St. SE, Osnaburg Township. 330-488-0404.

OCT. 14
Blues ... Blues and More Blues The Canton Cabaret Dinner Theatre persents entertainment with live musicians and singers in a cabaret style. Dinner begins at 6 p.m. Show is at 8. Tozzi’s on 12th, 4210 12th St. NW, Canton Township. 330-456-7397.

OCT. 14
National Chamber Choir of Ireland: An Irish Colloquy Regarded as Ireland’s most distinguished choral ensemble. 7:30 p.m. Admission is $41 or $37. Gartner Auditorium, Cleveland Museum of Art, 11150 East Blvd., Cleveland. 888-CMA-0033.

OCT. 15
HALLoween Family Fun Day Special day of trick or treating at the Pro Football Hall of Fame for kids age 14 and younger. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Admission is $7 to $9 with a canned food donation. 2121 George Halas Dr. NW, Canton. 330-456-8207.

OCT. 15
Family Fall Fest Games, crafts, hayrides, a campfire and a creatures of the night hike. Nonscary costumes are encouraged. 4-8 p.m. Admission is free. Petros Lake Park, 3275 Perry Dr SW, Perry Township. 330-409-8096.

OCT. 15
Recognizing 100 years Romanian food and dance with Transylvania Orchestra and Doina Ensemble. 4 p.m.-midnight. St. George Romanian Orthodox Church, 144 30th St. NW, Canton. 330-492-4592. www.stgeorgecanton.com.

OCT. 16
Recognizing 100 years Hierarchical Liturgy and anniversary banquet. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. St. George Romanian Orthodox Church, 144 30th St. NW, Canton. 330-492-4592. www.stgeorgecanton.com.

OCT. 16
Granny’s Rug Hooking Darlene Bailis will talk and demonstrate the art of rug hooking. 2 p.m. Admission is free. Jackson Township Historical Society, 7756 Fulton Drive NW, Jackson Township. 330-832-6905.

OCT. 16
One Book, One Community Tour of the Spring Hill Underground Railroad Station. 2 to 5 p.m. followed by a discussion at 5 p.m. Admission is $5 for adults, $4 for students and seniors (65+). Free for children 5 and younger. Spring Hill Historic Home, 1401 Springhill Lane NE, Massillon. For information, call 330-458-2698.

OCT. 20
One Book, One Community “Family Celebration of Freedom,” featuring the children’s book “Henry’s Freedom Box.” 6:30 p.m. Admission is free. Stark County District Library McKinley Room, 715 Market Ave. N, Canton. For information, call 330-458-2698.

OCT. 20-22
Clues: The Butler’s Belfry Frenzy-filled mystery packed with haunting hilarity and interactive intrigue. Tickets include dinner. 6:15 p.m. Admission is $38. Amish Door Restaurant & Village, 1210 Winesburg St. Wilmot. 888-264-7436.

OCT. 21-22
Dracula ... the Ballet Performance by the Canton Ballet featuring former member Zachary Catazaro, now of New York City Ballet. 7:30 p.m. Admission is $18 to $22 for adults, $14 to $18 for seniors and $8 to $10 for children. Palace Theatre, 605 Market Ave. N, Canton. 330-455-7220 or visit www.cantonballet.com.

OCT. 22
Pick a Pumpkin Pick a pumpkin out of the pool’s pumpkin patch, then decorate it, play games, and swim in the pool for the day. 1 p.m. Admission is $3. Massillon Recreation Center, 505 Erie St. N. 330-832-1621.

OCT. 22-23
Family fun days With the Fourth Virginia, Company A Wythe Grays reenactment group. Saturday, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. and Sunday, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Free admission with food available for purchase. On the lawn of the Cultural Center for the Arts, 1001 Market St. N, Canton.

OCT. 23
Gala concert Featuring the Voices of Canton singers and a 24-piece orchestra in Richard Bales’ cantatas “The Confederacy” and “The Union.” 3 p.m. Great Court of the Cultural Center for the Arts, 1001 Market St. N, Canton.

OCT. 23
Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Annual 5K walk sponsored by the American Cancer Society. Registration begins at 9 a.m., walk starts at 10 a.m. McKinley High School, 2323 17th St. NW, Canton. 888-227-6446, Ext. 2211.

OCT. 23
Tour of Italy Buffet & Music Italy comes alive in Massillon. 3-7 p.m. Buffet starts at 5 p.m. Admission is $18. Legends of Massillon, 2700 Augusta Dr. SE. Reservations required at 330-837-1800.

OCT. 23
Kathy Griffin The star of “My Life on the D-List” shows her stand-up chops. 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $10 to $65. State Theatre, PlayhouseSquare Center, 1501 Euclid Ave., Cleveland. 866-546-1353 or visit www.playhousesquare.org.

OCT. 27
Trunk-or-Treat Children ages 13 and younger can put on their Halloween costumes and trick-or-treat from car trunk to car trunk in the safety of the Massillon Recreation Center parking lot. 6-7:30 p.m. 505 Erie St. N, Massillon. 330-832-1621.

OCT. 27
One Book, One Community Video dramatization of key scenes from “The Disappearing Man,” followed by discussion. 7 p.m. Admission is free. Malone University’s Johnson Center, Memorial Chapel, 2600 Cleveland Ave. NW, Canton. 330-458-2698.

OCT. 28
Halloween Party at the Boo-seum “Trick or Treat” in the Street of Shops and Discover World, hayrides, costume judging, scavenger hunt, science shows and more. 6-8:30 p.m. Admission is $5 per person. Wm. McKinley Presidential Library & Museum, 800 McKinley Monument Drive NW, Canton. 330-455-7043.

OCT. 28
Movie on the Course Under the Stars Family Movie Night showing “Hocus Pocus” on a large 15-foot-by-20-foot screen on the course. 9:30 p.m. Admission is $5 per family of four or $2 per person. Legends of Massillon Golf Course, 2700 Augusta Dr. SE. 330-837-1800.

OCT. 28-30
The Wizard of Oz Travel the yellow brick road with this lavish production, featuring breathtaking special effects, choreography and classic songs. Various showtimes. Tickets are $10 to $65. Palace Theatre, PlayhouseSquare Center, 1501 Euclid Ave., Cleveland. 866-546-1353 or visit www.playhousesquare.org.

OCT. 28
Joe Bonamassa Blues-rock singer-songwriter Joe Bonamassa, once a child-prodigy, celebrates a 30-year career as a virtuoso guitarist at age 34. 8 p.m. Ticket prices are $49 to $79. State Theatre, PlayhouseSquare Center, 1501 Euclid Ave., Cleveland. 866- 546-1353 or visit www.playhousesquare.org.

OCT. 28
Schola Cantorum de Venezuela The 50-member premier touring chorus of Latin America on stage. 7:30 p.m. Admission is $41 or $37. Gartner Auditorium, Cleveland Museum of Art, 11150 East Blvd., Cleveland. 888-CMA-0033.

OCT. 29
Tony Bennett Jazz artist, crooner, heartthrob and legend. 8 p.m. Tickets are $11 to $86. State Theatre, PlayhouseSquare Center, 1501 Euclid Ave., Cleveland. 866-546-1353 or visit www.playhousesquare.org.