MAY 2013 CALENDAR OF EVENTS
STARK COUNTY SUMMIT COUNTY TUSCARAWAS COUNTY SURROUNDING COUNTIES
STARK COUNTY SUMMIT COUNTY TUSCARAWAS COUNTY SURROUNDING COUNTIES
WEDNESDAY * MAY 1-SATURDAY * MAY 11
Keep Calm and Love Mom. Stark County District Library (SCDL), North Branch, 189 25th St. NW, Canton. Say “I love you, mom” with a Mother’s Day craft. Teens / library hours / 330-456-4356
WEDNESDAY * MAY 1-SUNDAY * JUNE 30
10th Annual Spree for All. Summit Metro Parks. Hike at least 5 hikes and receive rewards. Free for Summit County residents, $10.00 for first year out of county residents and $5.00 for returning out of county residents. Learn which trails offer access to hikers of all abilities! Learn more at www.summitmetroparks.org
MONDAY * MAY 6-SATURDAY * MAY 11
Weird & Wacky Week. MCDL, Brunswick Library, 3649 Center Rd., Brunswick. Stop by for weird activities, wacky crafts and a scavenger hunt. Wear your wackiest clothes! Join the Super Silly Stories fun on Saturday May 11 at 11:00am. Family / library hours / 330-273-4150 to register for silly stories
FRIDAY * MAY 10
Medina County Library Presents: Jordan Sonnenblick visit. Medina Performing Arts Center, 851 Weymouth Rd., Medina. Hear tween & teen author Jorday Sonnenblick speak about his humerous & touching books including Curveball: The Year I Lost my Grip, After Ever After and the Dodger series. Middle school & high school / 9:00am / 330-722-6235 ext. 2910 for reservations
Show and Tell Me a Story. Summit Metro Parks, F.A. Seiberling Nature Realm, Visitors Center, 1828 Smith Rd., Akron. A 30 minute story time for tots! Ages 1-3 / 9:30am, 10:30am OR 1:00pm / 330-865-8065 to register
Mother’s Day Craft. Canal Fulton Public Library, 154 Market St. NE, Canal Fulton. Stop by the children’s department to make a special craft for mom. All ages / Noon-4:30pm / 330-854-4148
SATURDAY * MAY 11
Mother’s Day 5K. Summit Metro Parks, Munroe Falls Metro Park, Lake Area, 521 S. River Rd., Munroe Falls. Run in this fundraiser to benefit the Metro Parks Foundation. $10.00 for adults and kids 12 & under free. Jogging strollers welcome! Family / 8:00am / 330-865-8065 to register
Richard Fry Memorial Catfish Derby. Stark Parks, Petros Lake Park, 3275 Perry Dr. SW, Canton. Bring your own pole. Bait, beverages and food will be for sale. Ages 4-15 / 8:00-11:00am / 330-409-8096
Eco-Arts Chalk Festival. Medina County Park District, Susan Hambley Nature Center, 1473 Parschen Blvd., Brunswick. Bring your imagination to create your masterpiece! All ages / 10:00am-2:00pm / www.medinacountyparks.com for more information or 330-722-9364
Malabark in the Park. Malabar Farm State Park, 4050 Bromfield Rd., Lucas. This day is going to the dogs! Check out doggie displays, competitions and demonstrations. Free event, although some activities may have a fee. Family / 10:00am-4:00pm / 419-892-2929
Happy Mother’s Day Tea. Dover Public Library, 525 N. Walnut St., Dover. Enjoy a tea with mom, grandmother, aunts or any other special lady, along with a favorite stuffed animal. Family / 10:00-11:30am / 330-343-6123 to register
Mom & Me. MCDL, Seville Library, N. Center St., Seville. Listen to stories about how great mom is, and then have some fancy snacks. Family / 11:00am / 330-769-2852 to register
Mom & Me Spa Day. MCDL, Buckeye Library, 6625 Wolff Rd., Medina. Be pampered with a massage, tea and treats! Moms & daughters / Noon / 330-725-445 to register
Carriage House Car Show at the J.E. Reeves Home. J.E. Reeves Victorian Home, 325 East Iron Ave., Dover. Enjoy up to 25 historic cars, then take a tour of the Reeves home. No admission to the car show. House tours are $7.00 for adults, $6.00 for seniors and free for kids under 18. Family / Noon-4:00pm / 330-343-7040
8th Annual Nicole’s Family Fun Day. Mineral City Nicole Donant Library, 8503 High St. N., Mineral City. Join in this fun family day with a Chinese Raffle, Miss Dolly’s StoryTime from Noon-12:30pm, music, crafts, food, games, face painting and more. Proceeds will benefit the non-profit library. Family / Noon-4:00pm / 330-874-4723
K-9 Search & Rescue. Akron-Summit County Public Library, Portage Lakes Branch, 4261 Manchester Rd., Akron. Learn how dogs are trained and watch demonstrations. Presented by North Central Ohio K-9 Search & Rescue Dogs. Family / 2:00-3:00pm / 330-644-7050
Spring Ranch Round Up. Wanake Ranch, 9463 Manchester Ave. SW, Beach City. Enjoy pony rides, cart racing, rope tricks, face painting and much more for free. Horseback riding and family portraits for a fee. Learn about Camp Wanake and all they offer. Family / 2:00-6:00pm / www.campwanake.org / From 6:30-8:00pm there will be a barn dance
TUESDAY * MAY 14
Family Lego Party. N. Canton Public Library, 185 N. Main St., N. Canton. Build a fun time with the family! Grades 1-5 and family / 4:30-5:15pm / 330-499-4712 ext. 318 to register
WEDNESDAY * MAY 15
Story Time: Rocks & Pebbles. The Wilderness Center, 9877 Alabama Ave. SW, Wilmot. Hear rock stories, play rock games and go on a rock walk. Dress for the weather. A donation is requested from non-members. Geared towards ages 3-4 / 11:00am / 330-359-5235
Nature Drawing for Adults. Summit Metro Parks, F.A. Seiberling Nature Realm, Visitors Center, 1828 Smith Rd., Akron. Bring a sketchbook, pencil and a sense of humor. For all levels. Adults / 1:00pm / 330-865-8065 to register beginning May 8
Mrs. Clare Presents: Fashion Camp 102. SCDL, DeHoff Memorial Branch, 216 Hartford Ave. SE, Canton. Learn how to make ordinary fashion into works of art! Teens / 4:00-5:00pm / 330-452-9014 to register
THURSDAY * MAY 16
Make It & Take It Craft. TCPL, Bolivar Branch, 455 West Water St., Bolivar. Stop by for a Cats craft. Family / library hours / 330-874-2720
Home School Thursday: Space Day. The Wilderness Center, 9877 Alabama Ave. SW, Wilmot. Learn about the planets, go on a moon walk and identify constellations. Indoors. $5.00 per child. 10:00am / 330-359-5235
Fancy Nancy Tea Party. Canal Fulton Public Library, 154 Market St. NE, Canal Fulton. Join the library for a story, crafts, activities and refreshments. Ages 3-5 accompanied by an adult / 1:00pm / 330-854-4148
FRIDAY * MAY 17-SUNDAY * MAY 19
Cherry Blossom Festival. Lake Anna Park, 535 W. Park Ave., Barberton. Rides, food, games and entertainment. Family / http://www.barbertoncherryblossom.com/
FRIDAY * MAY 17
Homeschoolers: Nature Journaling. Summit Metro Parks, Furnace Run Metro Park, Brushwood Pavilion, 4955 Townsend Rd., Richfield. Bring your journal and a pen or pencil. Ages 11-14 with adult / 1:00pm / 330-865-8065 to register
SATURDAY * MAY 18-SUNDAY * MAY 19
McCook House Living History Encampment. McCook House, 15 Public Sq., Carrollton. Civil War reenactors set up camp and offer drills, an appearance by Abraham Lincoln and more. Family / Sat. 9:00am-5:00pm & Sun. 9:00am-3:00pm / 330-627-0103
SATURDAY * MAY 18
*National Kids to Park Day*
Head outside to a local park today and enjoy nature, active play and the environment around you! www.kidstopark.org
Point, Click, Capture. Medina County Park District, Wolf Creek Environment Center, 6100 Ridge Rd., Medina. Discover the natural world with a digital camera in this beginners’ class. Bring your own camera. Sponsored by the Medina Arts Council. $20 participation fee. Ages 9-12 / 10:00am-Noon / 330-725-6443 to register
Opening Day at N.O.R.M. Northern Ohio Railway Museum, 5515 Buffham Rd., Seville. View a collection of streetcars that once served NE OH. Family / 10:00am-4:00pm / http://www.trainweb.org/norm/index.html
K9 Kapers. Medina County Park District, River Styx Park, 8200 River Styx Rd., Wadsworth. Bring your four legged friend on this hike. Must be accompanied by an adult and have an 8 foot non-retractable leash. Family / 330-722-9364 for more information
T-Shirt Makeover. MCDL, Seville Library, N. Center St., Seville. Bring in an old t-shirt to transform with a fun design! Ages 11-18 / 11:00am / 330-769-2852 to register
Kids’ Fishing. Summit Metro Parks, Firestone Metro Park, Little Turtle Pond, 2400 Harrington Rd., Akron. Learn the basics of fishing. Bait is provided and a few rods and reels will be available. Ages 15 & under / 1:00-3:00pm / 330-865-8065
Spring Lantern Tour. Schoenbrunn Village, 1984 E. High Ave., New Philadelphia. Explore the restored Moravian village by only the light of your lantern while visiting with 18th century villagers. $7.00 for adults, $4.00 children 4-17 and free for 7 & under. Family / 8:00pm / 800-752-2711
SUNDAY * MAY 19
Smithville Historical Society Open House. 381 E. Main St., Smithville. Explore the pioneer village for $3.00 for adults and $1.00 for children. Family / 1:30-4:00pm / http://www.rootsweb.ancestry.com/~ohschs/index.html
Warts and All. Medina County Park District, Wolf Creek Environmental Center, 6100 Ridge Rd., Medina. Learn about toads and their warts, then hike to find them! Family / 2:00pm / 330-722-9364
WEDNESDAY * MAY 22
Call of Duty: Black Ops 2. MCDL, Buckeye Library, 6625 Wolff Rd., Medina vs. Medina Library, 210 S. Broadway St., Medina. Challenge online between the two libraries. Prizes go to the winner. Permission slip required if under 17. Grades 6-12 / 3:00pm / 330-725-4415 to register
Happy Tails, Happy Life! Aultman North, 6100 Whipple Ave. NW, Canton. Learn about Aultman’s Happy Tails program and how it benefits owners and patients. Adults / 6:00-7:30pm / 330-363-8255 to register
THURSDAY * MAY 23
Tales for Tots. Medina County Park District, Chippewa Lake, Krabill Shelter, 7597 Ballash Rd., Medina. Learn the difference between a frog and a toad and then take a hike to search for some! Ages 3-6 with adult /10:00am OR 1:00pm / 330-722-9364 to register / This program also held on Friday May 4 at the same times
DDR Party. N. Canton Public Library, 185 N. Main St., N. Canton. Show off your moves at this Dance, Dance Revolution party! Grades 8-12 / 5:00-6:30pm / 330-499-4712 ext. 311 to register
FRIDAY * MAY 24-SUNDAY * MAY 26
Canal Dover Festival. Downtown Dover on 3rd St., Dover. Enjoy rides, games, entertainment and vendors of all types! Family / http://www.doverexchangeclub.com/festival/festival.htm
Old Fashioned Ice Cream Festival. Ye Olde Mill & Velvet Ice Cream Company, 11339 Mt. Vernon Rd., Utica. Watch egg tosses, sheep herding by border collies, entertainment and tons of ice cream! Family / 740-892-4272
SATURDAY * MAY 25-SUNDAY * MAY 26
Great Lakes Fiber Show. Wayne County Fairgrounds, 199 Vanover St., Wooster. Explore and purchase crafts from raw materials to finished products. There will also be workshops and kids activities. Free admission. Family / 10:00am-5:00pm on Saturday & 10:00am-4:00pm on Sunday / www.greatlakesfibershow.com
Pioneer Days at the Mill. Wolf Creek Mill, St. Rt. 3 S., Loudonville. Visit an early 1800’s encampment, view pioneer crafts and visit vendors. $1.00 for ages 10 and over. Family / 419-668-2497
SATURDAY * MAY 25
Special Needs Night. Massillon Public Library, 208 Lincoln Way E., Massillon. Join the library after hours for those who need a stress free environment. Family / 5:30-8:00pm / 330-832-5037
SUNDAY * MAY 26
Year of the snake Drop In. The Wilderness Center, 9877 Alabama Ave. SW, Wilmot. Drop by and meet Boris, TWC’s black rat snake, see a snake skeleton, learn snake myths, make a paper snake and play a snake game. Family / 1:00-4:00pm / 330-359-5235 / This program also held on Monday May 27 from 10:00am-4:00pm
FRIDAY * MAY 31-SUNDAY * JUNE 2
Strawberry Festival. Courthouse Square, Newark. Enjoy rides, games, entertainment and lots of strawberries! Family / 740-345-6910
FRIDAY * MAY 31
Ice Cream Social. Litchfield Circle Park, 4164 Vandermark Rd., Litchfield. Bring your blankets and lawn chairs to enjoy music! Hot dogs, coffee, ice cream and soda all available for a donation. Family / 6:00-8:30pm / 330-722-3357
SATURDAY * JUNE 1
7TH Annual Medina Chalk Art Festival. The Square in Medina. Watch as masterpieces are created or make your own. Also visit the Medina County Farmer’s Market. Family / 10:00am-3:00pm / www.mainstreetmedina.com
Cindy’s Cruise-In. Cindy’s Diner, 4774 US62, Berlin. Come check out the cars, enjoy 50’s music & a parade and try some food and ice cream! Family / 5:30-6:00 parade & 6:00-9:00 car show / cindysdinerberlin.com
Keep Calm and Love Mom. Stark County District Library (SCDL), North Branch, 189 25th St. NW, Canton. Say “I love you, mom” with a Mother’s Day craft. Teens / library hours / 330-456-4356
WEDNESDAY * MAY 1-SUNDAY * JUNE 30
10th Annual Spree for All. Summit Metro Parks. Hike at least 5 hikes and receive rewards. Free for Summit County residents, $10.00 for first year out of county residents and $5.00 for returning out of county residents. Learn which trails offer access to hikers of all abilities! Learn more at www.summitmetroparks.org
MONDAY * MAY 6-SATURDAY * MAY 11
Weird & Wacky Week. MCDL, Brunswick Library, 3649 Center Rd., Brunswick. Stop by for weird activities, wacky crafts and a scavenger hunt. Wear your wackiest clothes! Join the Super Silly Stories fun on Saturday May 11 at 11:00am. Family / library hours / 330-273-4150 to register for silly stories
FRIDAY * MAY 10
Medina County Library Presents: Jordan Sonnenblick visit. Medina Performing Arts Center, 851 Weymouth Rd., Medina. Hear tween & teen author Jorday Sonnenblick speak about his humerous & touching books including Curveball: The Year I Lost my Grip, After Ever After and the Dodger series. Middle school & high school / 9:00am / 330-722-6235 ext. 2910 for reservations
Show and Tell Me a Story. Summit Metro Parks, F.A. Seiberling Nature Realm, Visitors Center, 1828 Smith Rd., Akron. A 30 minute story time for tots! Ages 1-3 / 9:30am, 10:30am OR 1:00pm / 330-865-8065 to register
Mother’s Day Craft. Canal Fulton Public Library, 154 Market St. NE, Canal Fulton. Stop by the children’s department to make a special craft for mom. All ages / Noon-4:30pm / 330-854-4148
SATURDAY * MAY 11
Mother’s Day 5K. Summit Metro Parks, Munroe Falls Metro Park, Lake Area, 521 S. River Rd., Munroe Falls. Run in this fundraiser to benefit the Metro Parks Foundation. $10.00 for adults and kids 12 & under free. Jogging strollers welcome! Family / 8:00am / 330-865-8065 to register
Richard Fry Memorial Catfish Derby. Stark Parks, Petros Lake Park, 3275 Perry Dr. SW, Canton. Bring your own pole. Bait, beverages and food will be for sale. Ages 4-15 / 8:00-11:00am / 330-409-8096
Eco-Arts Chalk Festival. Medina County Park District, Susan Hambley Nature Center, 1473 Parschen Blvd., Brunswick. Bring your imagination to create your masterpiece! All ages / 10:00am-2:00pm / www.medinacountyparks.com for more information or 330-722-9364
Malabark in the Park. Malabar Farm State Park, 4050 Bromfield Rd., Lucas. This day is going to the dogs! Check out doggie displays, competitions and demonstrations. Free event, although some activities may have a fee. Family / 10:00am-4:00pm / 419-892-2929
Happy Mother’s Day Tea. Dover Public Library, 525 N. Walnut St., Dover. Enjoy a tea with mom, grandmother, aunts or any other special lady, along with a favorite stuffed animal. Family / 10:00-11:30am / 330-343-6123 to register
Mom & Me. MCDL, Seville Library, N. Center St., Seville. Listen to stories about how great mom is, and then have some fancy snacks. Family / 11:00am / 330-769-2852 to register
Mom & Me Spa Day. MCDL, Buckeye Library, 6625 Wolff Rd., Medina. Be pampered with a massage, tea and treats! Moms & daughters / Noon / 330-725-445 to register
Carriage House Car Show at the J.E. Reeves Home. J.E. Reeves Victorian Home, 325 East Iron Ave., Dover. Enjoy up to 25 historic cars, then take a tour of the Reeves home. No admission to the car show. House tours are $7.00 for adults, $6.00 for seniors and free for kids under 18. Family / Noon-4:00pm / 330-343-7040
8th Annual Nicole’s Family Fun Day. Mineral City Nicole Donant Library, 8503 High St. N., Mineral City. Join in this fun family day with a Chinese Raffle, Miss Dolly’s StoryTime from Noon-12:30pm, music, crafts, food, games, face painting and more. Proceeds will benefit the non-profit library. Family / Noon-4:00pm / 330-874-4723
K-9 Search & Rescue. Akron-Summit County Public Library, Portage Lakes Branch, 4261 Manchester Rd., Akron. Learn how dogs are trained and watch demonstrations. Presented by North Central Ohio K-9 Search & Rescue Dogs. Family / 2:00-3:00pm / 330-644-7050
Spring Ranch Round Up. Wanake Ranch, 9463 Manchester Ave. SW, Beach City. Enjoy pony rides, cart racing, rope tricks, face painting and much more for free. Horseback riding and family portraits for a fee. Learn about Camp Wanake and all they offer. Family / 2:00-6:00pm / www.campwanake.org / From 6:30-8:00pm there will be a barn dance
TUESDAY * MAY 14
Family Lego Party. N. Canton Public Library, 185 N. Main St., N. Canton. Build a fun time with the family! Grades 1-5 and family / 4:30-5:15pm / 330-499-4712 ext. 318 to register
WEDNESDAY * MAY 15
Story Time: Rocks & Pebbles. The Wilderness Center, 9877 Alabama Ave. SW, Wilmot. Hear rock stories, play rock games and go on a rock walk. Dress for the weather. A donation is requested from non-members. Geared towards ages 3-4 / 11:00am / 330-359-5235
Nature Drawing for Adults. Summit Metro Parks, F.A. Seiberling Nature Realm, Visitors Center, 1828 Smith Rd., Akron. Bring a sketchbook, pencil and a sense of humor. For all levels. Adults / 1:00pm / 330-865-8065 to register beginning May 8
Mrs. Clare Presents: Fashion Camp 102. SCDL, DeHoff Memorial Branch, 216 Hartford Ave. SE, Canton. Learn how to make ordinary fashion into works of art! Teens / 4:00-5:00pm / 330-452-9014 to register
THURSDAY * MAY 16
Make It & Take It Craft. TCPL, Bolivar Branch, 455 West Water St., Bolivar. Stop by for a Cats craft. Family / library hours / 330-874-2720
Home School Thursday: Space Day. The Wilderness Center, 9877 Alabama Ave. SW, Wilmot. Learn about the planets, go on a moon walk and identify constellations. Indoors. $5.00 per child. 10:00am / 330-359-5235
Fancy Nancy Tea Party. Canal Fulton Public Library, 154 Market St. NE, Canal Fulton. Join the library for a story, crafts, activities and refreshments. Ages 3-5 accompanied by an adult / 1:00pm / 330-854-4148
FRIDAY * MAY 17-SUNDAY * MAY 19
Cherry Blossom Festival. Lake Anna Park, 535 W. Park Ave., Barberton. Rides, food, games and entertainment. Family / http://www.barbertoncherryblossom.com/
FRIDAY * MAY 17
Homeschoolers: Nature Journaling. Summit Metro Parks, Furnace Run Metro Park, Brushwood Pavilion, 4955 Townsend Rd., Richfield. Bring your journal and a pen or pencil. Ages 11-14 with adult / 1:00pm / 330-865-8065 to register
SATURDAY * MAY 18-SUNDAY * MAY 19
McCook House Living History Encampment. McCook House, 15 Public Sq., Carrollton. Civil War reenactors set up camp and offer drills, an appearance by Abraham Lincoln and more. Family / Sat. 9:00am-5:00pm & Sun. 9:00am-3:00pm / 330-627-0103
SATURDAY * MAY 18
*National Kids to Park Day*
Head outside to a local park today and enjoy nature, active play and the environment around you! www.kidstopark.org
Point, Click, Capture. Medina County Park District, Wolf Creek Environment Center, 6100 Ridge Rd., Medina. Discover the natural world with a digital camera in this beginners’ class. Bring your own camera. Sponsored by the Medina Arts Council. $20 participation fee. Ages 9-12 / 10:00am-Noon / 330-725-6443 to register
Opening Day at N.O.R.M. Northern Ohio Railway Museum, 5515 Buffham Rd., Seville. View a collection of streetcars that once served NE OH. Family / 10:00am-4:00pm / http://www.trainweb.org/norm/index.html
K9 Kapers. Medina County Park District, River Styx Park, 8200 River Styx Rd., Wadsworth. Bring your four legged friend on this hike. Must be accompanied by an adult and have an 8 foot non-retractable leash. Family / 330-722-9364 for more information
T-Shirt Makeover. MCDL, Seville Library, N. Center St., Seville. Bring in an old t-shirt to transform with a fun design! Ages 11-18 / 11:00am / 330-769-2852 to register
Kids’ Fishing. Summit Metro Parks, Firestone Metro Park, Little Turtle Pond, 2400 Harrington Rd., Akron. Learn the basics of fishing. Bait is provided and a few rods and reels will be available. Ages 15 & under / 1:00-3:00pm / 330-865-8065
Spring Lantern Tour. Schoenbrunn Village, 1984 E. High Ave., New Philadelphia. Explore the restored Moravian village by only the light of your lantern while visiting with 18th century villagers. $7.00 for adults, $4.00 children 4-17 and free for 7 & under. Family / 8:00pm / 800-752-2711
SUNDAY * MAY 19
Smithville Historical Society Open House. 381 E. Main St., Smithville. Explore the pioneer village for $3.00 for adults and $1.00 for children. Family / 1:30-4:00pm / http://www.rootsweb.ancestry.com/~ohschs/index.html
Warts and All. Medina County Park District, Wolf Creek Environmental Center, 6100 Ridge Rd., Medina. Learn about toads and their warts, then hike to find them! Family / 2:00pm / 330-722-9364
WEDNESDAY * MAY 22
Call of Duty: Black Ops 2. MCDL, Buckeye Library, 6625 Wolff Rd., Medina vs. Medina Library, 210 S. Broadway St., Medina. Challenge online between the two libraries. Prizes go to the winner. Permission slip required if under 17. Grades 6-12 / 3:00pm / 330-725-4415 to register
Happy Tails, Happy Life! Aultman North, 6100 Whipple Ave. NW, Canton. Learn about Aultman’s Happy Tails program and how it benefits owners and patients. Adults / 6:00-7:30pm / 330-363-8255 to register
THURSDAY * MAY 23
Tales for Tots. Medina County Park District, Chippewa Lake, Krabill Shelter, 7597 Ballash Rd., Medina. Learn the difference between a frog and a toad and then take a hike to search for some! Ages 3-6 with adult /10:00am OR 1:00pm / 330-722-9364 to register / This program also held on Friday May 4 at the same times
DDR Party. N. Canton Public Library, 185 N. Main St., N. Canton. Show off your moves at this Dance, Dance Revolution party! Grades 8-12 / 5:00-6:30pm / 330-499-4712 ext. 311 to register
FRIDAY * MAY 24-SUNDAY * MAY 26
Canal Dover Festival. Downtown Dover on 3rd St., Dover. Enjoy rides, games, entertainment and vendors of all types! Family / http://www.doverexchangeclub.com/festival/festival.htm
Old Fashioned Ice Cream Festival. Ye Olde Mill & Velvet Ice Cream Company, 11339 Mt. Vernon Rd., Utica. Watch egg tosses, sheep herding by border collies, entertainment and tons of ice cream! Family / 740-892-4272
SATURDAY * MAY 25-SUNDAY * MAY 26
Great Lakes Fiber Show. Wayne County Fairgrounds, 199 Vanover St., Wooster. Explore and purchase crafts from raw materials to finished products. There will also be workshops and kids activities. Free admission. Family / 10:00am-5:00pm on Saturday & 10:00am-4:00pm on Sunday / www.greatlakesfibershow.com
Pioneer Days at the Mill. Wolf Creek Mill, St. Rt. 3 S., Loudonville. Visit an early 1800’s encampment, view pioneer crafts and visit vendors. $1.00 for ages 10 and over. Family / 419-668-2497
SATURDAY * MAY 25
Special Needs Night. Massillon Public Library, 208 Lincoln Way E., Massillon. Join the library after hours for those who need a stress free environment. Family / 5:30-8:00pm / 330-832-5037
SUNDAY * MAY 26
Year of the snake Drop In. The Wilderness Center, 9877 Alabama Ave. SW, Wilmot. Drop by and meet Boris, TWC’s black rat snake, see a snake skeleton, learn snake myths, make a paper snake and play a snake game. Family / 1:00-4:00pm / 330-359-5235 / This program also held on Monday May 27 from 10:00am-4:00pm
FRIDAY * MAY 31-SUNDAY * JUNE 2
Strawberry Festival. Courthouse Square, Newark. Enjoy rides, games, entertainment and lots of strawberries! Family / 740-345-6910
FRIDAY * MAY 31
Ice Cream Social. Litchfield Circle Park, 4164 Vandermark Rd., Litchfield. Bring your blankets and lawn chairs to enjoy music! Hot dogs, coffee, ice cream and soda all available for a donation. Family / 6:00-8:30pm / 330-722-3357
SATURDAY * JUNE 1
7TH Annual Medina Chalk Art Festival. The Square in Medina. Watch as masterpieces are created or make your own. Also visit the Medina County Farmer’s Market. Family / 10:00am-3:00pm / www.mainstreetmedina.com
Cindy’s Cruise-In. Cindy’s Diner, 4774 US62, Berlin. Come check out the cars, enjoy 50’s music & a parade and try some food and ice cream! Family / 5:30-6:00 parade & 6:00-9:00 car show / cindysdinerberlin.com