Stark County roundup: News from around the Canton region

Learn about solar eclipse and how to view it

BREWSTER − The Massillon Public Library's Pam S. Belloni Memorial Branch, 12000 Navarre Road SW, will host a free Family Fun Night from 6 to 7 p.m. Thursday about the upcoming solar eclipse.

Participants will learn about the solar eclipse and make pinhole projectors to help view it safely. Registered participants will get free eclipse glasses. For more information or to register, call 330-767-9939 or visit https://www.massillonlibrary.org.

Compass Rape Crisis to host fundraising event

CANTON − Purses for a Purpose, a signature Compass event, kicks off Sexual Assault Awareness Month with an online purse auction and a culminating in-person celebration from 5:30 to 8 p.m. April 3 at the Cultural Center for Arts in downtown Canton.

The auction will have a wide selection of purses, bags and totes to bid on, and each bag is filled with mystery items with a minimum value of $50. Online bidding has begun and will end at 7:30 p.m. April 3.

Tickets for the in-person celebration are $50 and include appetizers and a cash bar. There also will be event-only merchandise available. Raffle tickets for a Gucci Marmont mini shoulder bag are $25 each. To purchase event tickets, raffle tickets and bid in the online auction, visit compassrapecrisis.org/purses. To donate or get more information, email donations@compassrapecrisis.org.

Proceeds raised from Purses for a Purpose will support crisis intervention and advocacy support, along with the purchase of comfort kits, journals and other healing items for survivors of sexual assault.

Test your knowledge of the first ladies

CANTON − The Stark County District Library's DeHoff branch, 216 Hartford Ave. SE, will host "Jeopardy! | First Ladies Trivia" from 6 to 7 p.m. Tuesday. Participants will test their knowledge and learn more about the first ladies of the United States.

For more information or to register for the free program, call 330-452-9014, email dehoff@starklibrary.org or visit https://tinyurl.com/yppaaxvt.

Pink Floyd Laser Spectacular is Saturday

CANTON − Laser Spectacular, a multi-media laser and light show featuring the music of Pink Floyd, will be at 8 p.m. Saturday at the Palace Theatre, 605 Market Ave. N.

The first half of the show, viewed through 3D glasses, features “Dark Side of the Moon.” The second half is viewed through prism glasses and rocks to Pink Floyd’s “The Wall.” Doors open at 7 p.m.

Admission is $35, $38, $40 and $44, plus fees. All seats are reserved. Visit cantonpalacetheatre.org to buy tickets. For more information, call 330-454-8172.

Learn about Women Airforce Service Pilots

CANTON − Reed Kimball from the MAPS Air Museum will present "The Women of WASP" from 5 to 7 p.m. Monday at the Stark County District Library's Madge Youtz branch, 2921 Mahoning Road NE.

The Women Airforce Service Pilots enlisted during World War II and played a pivotal role in the Air Force.

For more information or to register for the free program, call 330-452-2618, email madgeyoutz@starklibrary.org or visit https://tinyurl.com/ywenh2x6.

Program on finances for women is Tuesday

CANTON − A financial representative from Edward Jones will present the program "Five Money Questions for Women" from 6 to 7 p.m. Tuesday at the Stark County District Library's North Branch, 189 25th St. NW.

The program will focus on health, family, purpose and finances. Attendees will think through their own circumstances, goals and challenges so they can improve their quality of life in retirement.

For more information or to register for the free program, call 330-456-4356, email north@starklibrary.org or visit https://tinyurl.com/2v57zrrb.

Documentary screening Wednesday

CANTON − The Greater Stark County Urban League will present a screening of the documentary "We The Parents" followed by an open dialogue with people impacted by this issue, as well as those in positions to drive change, from 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at the Palace Theatre, 605 Market Ave. N. For more information, visit starkurbanleague.org.

Learn about Medicare, DNA

EAST CANTON − The Stark County District Library's East Canton branch, 224 N. Wood St., will host the program "Medicare 101" from 6 to 7 p.m. Monday.

Learn what to expect when enrolling and using Medicare, and get answers about plan options, benefits and cost. This program is intended for those approaching or older than 65, but all adults are welcome.

For more information or to register for this free program, call 330-488-1501, email:eastcanton@starklibrary.org or visit https://tinyurl.com/4c6czfav.

The East Canton branch also will host "Adventures in DNA" from 3 to 4 p.m. Thursday. Children and teens will celebrate one of British chemist Rosalind Franklin's accomplishments by extracting DNA from fruit and then combining some together to see if it changes the DNA.

For more information or to register for this free program, call 330-488-1501, email eastcanton@starklibrary.org or visit https://tinyurl.com/bdeaxf3p.

Meet authors of Massillon Tigers book

MASSILLON − The Massillon Public Library, 208 Lincoln Way E, will host the following programs:

• Meet Becca Moore and Scott Ryan, the authors of "Massillon Against the World," from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday in the auditorium. The local authors of the new book about the Massillon Tigers' state championship football team will speak and sign autographs. Books will be for sale, and free refreshments will be available.

• "Demystifying AI: A Beginner's Guide" will be presented from 6 to 7 p.m. Thursday in the main library auditorium. Learn how simple it is to use artificial intelligence and how it is changing our future.

• Astronomy education specialist Robin Gill from The Wilderness Center will share information from 1 to 2 p.m. Friday in the main library's auditorium about the upcoming solar eclipse and how to enjoy it safely.

For more information or to register for any of these free programs, visit www.massillonlibrary.org or call 330-832-9831.

Beatles tribute show April 6

MASSILLON − Hard Day's Night – A Beatles Tribute will be from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. April 6 at Lions Lincoln Theatre, 156 Lincoln Way E.

Ticket prices are VIP seating, $30; main floor, $25; balcony, $20; and wheelchair/companion, $20. Tickets are available at lionslincolntheatre.org, by phone at 330-481-9105, and at the door.

Walsh University to host Solar Eclipse Fest

NORTH CANTON − Walsh University, 2020 E. Maple St., will host the Solar Eclipse Fest from 2 to 4 p.m. April 8 on the Quad behind the Toot Global Learning Center.

The celebration is free and open to the public. The event will feature science trivia, activities and food trucks, and a live radio broadcast on Sunny 101.7, featuring Josh Nagy, with giveaways and promotions.

Pegasus Farm offers summer camps for children

MARLBORO TWP. − Pegasus Farm, 7490 Edison St. NE, will offer summer equestrian and art camp experiences for children of all abilities.

• Hands on Horses: A Five-Day Program. Session 1: June 17-21 (ages 8 to 16) Session 2: July 15-19 (ages 8 to 16)

• Horsin’ Around: A Three-Day Program. Session 1: June 10-12 (ages 6 to 10) Session 2: July 8-10 (ages 6-10) Session 3: July 22-24 (ages 10 to 15) Session 4: Aug. 5-7 (ages 6-10)

• Equestrian Vaulting: June 24-28 (ages 6 to 18)

• Equestrian Vaulting Advanced Camp: July 29-31 (ages 6 to 18)

• Painting and Mixed Media Art: June 10, 12 and 14 (ages 8 to 18)

• Pottery and Sculpture: June 24, 26 and 28 (ages 8 to 18)

• Art Journaling and Papermaking: July 15, 17 and 19 (ages 8 to 18)

• Wearable Art: July 29, 30, and Aug. 2 (ages 8 to 18)

Fees apply for each program. Find more detailed information at www.pegasusfarm.org or by calling Audre Manners at 330-935-2300, ext. 115.

Donate blood

The American Red Cross has scheduled the following Stark County blood drives:

• Thursday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Stark Main Library, 715 Market Ave. N, Canton

• Friday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Canal Fulton Fire Department, 1165 E. Locust St., Canal Fulton

Make an appointment to give blood or platelets by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org or calling 800-733-2767.

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