Select Events
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MAPS Air Museum Ongoing 260 International Pkwy., North Canton
A number of galleries to discover including the Gallery of Heroes and the Ohio Military Museum. Exhibitions include Medal of Honor, Fallen Feathers Memorial of Ohio and more. More More information at MAPSAirMuseum.org.
Performing Arts Center 2023-2024 Season — Kent State University at Tuscarawas Ongoing 330 University Dr. NE, New Philadelphia
Delight in live music, stand-up comedy and more including performances by Xtreme AC/DC Tribute Band and comedian Joe Gatto, among others. Tickets and more information at tuscpactickets.universitytickets.com.
Spring Exhibitions — Canton Museum of Art Now — July 28 1001 Market Ave. N, Canton
Experience exhibitions featuring art by Janice Jakielski, Laine Bachman, Ginny Ruffner and more. For museum hours, admission costs and exhibition details, visit CantonArt.org.
Michelangelo Lovelace: Art Saved My Life Exhibition — Akron Art Museum Now — Aug. 18 1 S. High St., Akron
Explore the work of the Cleveland artist whose art depicted the Cleveland he knew — one of crime, drugs, poverty and sin, but also community, compassion and progress. For more details, visit AkronArtMuseum.org.
Gilding Northeast Ohio: Fashion and Fortune 1870-1900 — Massillon Museum Now — Oct. 13 121 Lincoln Way E., Massillon
Enjoy garments from Northeast Ohio collections and costumes from HBO’s “The Gilded Age.” Learn more at MassillonMuseum.org.
South Town Arts & Music Festival — Medina County Convention & Visitors Bureau Saturday, Aug. 10, from noon to 10:30 PM Medina Square, Medina
Enjoy a day of arts and music organized by Main Street Medina. More information at VisitMedinaCounty.com.
Tuesday’s for Toddlers Tuesday, Aug. 13, at 11 AM Eastwood Mall Aquarium, 5555 Youngstown-Warren Road, Niles
Animal Fun! Join us for a read aloud and fun handprint animal craft featuring the characters of the PBS KIDS show LYLA IN THE LOOP. No mascot appearance at this event. For more information, visit PBSWesternReserve.org.
August Concert & Cruise-in — Wayne County Convention & Visitors Bureau Friday, Aug. 16, from 6:30-9 PM 377 W. Liberty St., Wooster
Main Street Wooster presents a crowd-favorite event featuring classic cars and live music from the local band Some of the Best Old Songs. More information at VisitWayneCountyOhio.com.
Ragtime the Musical: in Concert — The Canton Symphony Orchestra Saturday, Aug. 17, at 7:30 PM Umstattd Hall, Zimmerman Symphony Center, 2331 17th St. NW, Canton
This timeless tale of hope, struggle and resilience is brought to life by powerful performances of The Players Guild cast and accompanied by the lush, orchestral score of the CSO. Learn more and reserve tickets at CantonSymphony.org.
Joan Osborne — The Kent Stage Saturday, Sept. 7, at 6:30 PM 175 E. Main St., Kent
The multi-platinum recording artist, best known for her recording of the song “One of Us,” returns to the stage. Tickets and more at KentStage.org.