September 2011 events

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 which 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.

ALL MONTH

Beech Creek Botanical Garden and Nature Preserve Butterfly House and Amazing Garden Ohio butterflies and moths in the Butterfly House and educational hands-on learning stations in the Amazing Garden. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday through Saturday; noon-5 p.m. Sunday. Free. 11929 Beech St. NE, Washington Township. 330-829-7050.

ALL MONTH

"Atmoscapes" A new group art show at Gallery 6000 that explores realities — both natural and dreamlike. Includes Stark County artists Lynn Digby, Carol McGill, David Grant Roth, Michele Waalkes and Michael Weiss. Through Oct. 21. University Center, Kent State University Stark Campus, 6000 Frank Avenue NW. 330-499-9600.

AUG. 30 - SEPT. 5

162nd Stark County Fair Entertainment, concerts, food, games, rides, education, barns, animals, exhibits and promotions. 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Admission is free the first three days of the fair until noon (rides not included with free admission). Children under 2 years old are always free with an adult. Regular admission is $7. Stark County Fairgrounds, 305 Wertz Ave. NW, Canton. 330-452-0621.

THROUGH SEPT. 9

Heroes of the Presidential Medal of Freedom Tours, including Saxton McKinley House. 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday. Admission fee. National First Ladies’ Library, 205 and 331 Market Ave. S, Canton. 330-452-0876.

THROUGH SEPT. 11

Exhibit: “Faces of Rural America” Breathtaking photographic images by Belle Johnson of Monroe City, Mo., and Henry Clay Fleming of Ravenswood, W.Va. All day. Free. Massillon Museum, 121 Lincoln Way E. 330-833-4061.

THROUGH SEPT. 13

Summer Art Exhibit “Landscape Revisited” by Scott Zaher. All day. Free. Malone University, Fountain Gallery, Johnson Center for Worship and the Fine Arts, 2600 Cleveland Ave. NW, Canton. 330-471-8231. www.malone.edu/academics/arts-and-sciences/visual-arts/

SEPT. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

Jackson Township Farmers’ Market Local farmers and vendors selling their 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.

SEPT. 1

“A Nation Divided” opening party Special cocktail opening event will feature a first look at the Canton Museum of Art’s Civil War exhibit, “A Nation Divided.” Northern-Southern inspired cuisine by Peter Shear’s. Entertainment by Kentland String Orchestra and visits by guest personalities. Tickets are $75 per person. 330-453-7666 or visit www.cantonart.org.

SEPT. 2

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

SEPT. 2

First Friday Local art, music and food. Free. 6-10 p.m. Downtown Canton Arts District, between Cleveland Avenue NW 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, featuring Civil War re-enactors representing the 6th Ohio Cavalry. 330-453-1075 or visit www.CantonFirstFriday.com.

lreicosky 6/10/11 Weds through Oct. 12

SEPT. 7, 14, 21, 28

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.

SEPT. 3, 10, 17, 24

Canton Farmers’ Market Local produce plus a variety of jams, jellies, pumpkins, vinegars, breads, fresh cut flowers, baked goods, honey, herbs, potted plants and more. All day. Free. Cleveland Avenue and Fourth Street NW, Canton. 330-458-2063.

SEPT. 3, 10, 17, 24

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.

SEPT. 8

Taste of Massillon Try fare from local vendors, with drinks and entertainment. 4-9 p.m. Tickets are $1, with samples costing one to five tickets each. Massillon Recreation Center, 505 Erie St. N. 330-832-1621.

SEPT. 8

Football 101: Ladies Night Learn the basics such as terminology, positions, and referee signals and meet the wife of a Hall of Famer. Pre-registration required. Space limited to 200 people. 5:30-9:30 p.m. Ticket prices to be determined. Pro Football Hall of Fame, 2121 George Halas Drive NW, Canton. 330-456-8207.

SEPT. 9

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

SEPT. 10

Waterfowl Blind Lottery Opportunity to rent waterfowl blinds at Walborn Reservoir for the waterfowl hunting season. 9-11 a.m. Free. Walborn Reservoir Marina, 11324 Price St. NE, Lexington Township. 330-409-8096.

SEPT. 10-11, 17-18, 24-25

Yankee Peddler Festival Travel back in time to shop from hundreds of crafters and artisans. 10:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Ticket prices are $3 for children ages 6-11, $10 for adults ages 12-59 and $9 for seniors ages 60 and older. Children 5 and younger are admitted free. Clay’s Park Resort, 13190 Patterson St. NW, Lawrence Township. 800-535-5634 or visit

www.yankeepeddlerfestival.com.

SEPT. 12

Tea with the Curator Join Science Director Lynette Reiner and learn what types of plants will attract butterflies and birds to your backyard. Following the program, tour the Keller Gallery exhibit “Green Revolution.” 10 a.m.-noon. The program is $15 and includes tea/coffee and breakfast sweets. Wm. McKinley Presidential Library & Museum, 800 McKinley Monument Drive NW, Canton. Reservations required. 330-455-7043.

SEPT. 15

Beer & Bawdy Songs Cruise Cruise hosted by the Canal Boat Lounge. 6:30 p.m. Cost is $25. St. Helena III Canal Boat, 125 Tuscarawas St., Canal Fulton. 330-854-6835.

SEPT. 16-18

Great American Pow-Wow Native foods, music, storytelling, artisans, craftsmen, traders and more. All day. Admission is $8 for adults, $4 for children and free for pre-school-age children. Mohican Reservation Camp & Festival Grounds, 23270 Wally Road, Loudonville. 800-766-2267. www.mohicanpowwow.com.

SEPT. 17 OCT. 15

Edgar Allen Poe Enter the creative and bizarre mind of the poet through a one-man performance. Tickets are $20 per person. 8 p.m., with doors opening at 7 p.m. Warehouse on the Canal, 239 N. Canal St., Canal Fulton. 330-854-1111 or email info@canalwarehouse.com.

SEPT. 17

Shoufou Alwawa Wayn (Where Does It Hurt?) AJYAL Theatrical Group, the first Arab-American theater group in North America, stages show that pokes fun at the everyday lives of Arab-Americans who are desperately trying to blend into the mainstream of American culture. 8 p.m. Tickets are $45 to $85. Ohio Theatre, PlayhouseSquare Center, 1501 Euclid Ave., Cleveland. 866-546-1353 or visit www.playhousesquare.org.

SEPT. 17

Glenmoor Gathering Gala Dinner and Art Auction Cocktail reception on the rear lawn and a sneak preview of Sunday’s concourse followed by a gourmet dinner and live auction. Call for more information and ticket prices. Glenmoor Country Club, 4191 Glenmoor Road NW, Jackson Township. 330-966-3600 or visit www.glenmoorgathering.com.

SEPT. 17-18

St. George Romanian Festival Fifth annual event with great Romanian cuisine, baking, Doina Dance Ensemble and Transylvania Orchestra. Noon-10 p.m. St. George Romanian Orthodox Church, 144 30th St. NW, Canton. 330-492-4592.

SEPT. 17-18

Civil War Re-enactment Battle on the Ohio & Erie Canal with a period ball on Saturday night. All day. Admission is $7 for both days. Children 14 and younger are free. Free parking. 198 Main St., Zoar. 800-262-6195 or visit www.zca.org.

SEPT. 23-25

WOW Retreat for Women Experience a fun, outdoor weekend with other women canoeing, kayaking, fishing, campfire building, cooking and more. All day. Cost is $40 for Stark County residents. Deer Creek Reservoir, 14514 Price St. NE, Lexington Township. 330-409-8096.

SEPT. 24

Rocktoberfest Fourth annual fundraising event for the Foundation for Community Betterment to benefit local recipients in need. Live and silent auctions, with entertainment by The Brighter Side band. 6 p.m. MAPS Air Museum, 2260 International Parkway, North Canton. www.communitybetterment.org.

SEPT. 25

Sippo Valley Rail Run 5K and 10K races along the Towpath Trail. Registration will begin at 7 a.m. Race at 9 a.m. Entry fee is $19 to $25 for 5K and $20 to $26 for 10K. Massillon Recreation Center, 505 Erie St. N. 330-832-1621.

SEPT. 25

Tommy Emmanuel Australian guitar legend. 8 p.m. Tickets are $40. Ohio Theatre, PlayhouseSquare Center, 1501 Euclid Ave., Cleveland. 866-546-1353 or visit www.playhousesquare.org.

SEPT. 29

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

SEPT. 30-OCT. 2

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