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Self-taught artists were moved by their own “creative spirit” and followed their impulses to express deeply felt emotions and ideas. Inspired by themes such as religion, politics and daily life, folk artists used simple, available materials — and unrestrained creativity. The Creative Spirit exhibit, at the Canton Museum of Art through July 22, showcases the [...]
Easter Egg Traditions By: Susan Ikeler I peruse the internet to find an origin of the Easter egg I am inundated with articles on how an egg became one of the many symbols of Easter. One core idea we all seem to share is the egg is a representation of fertility and new life. For [...]
By Kathy Belden You may have driven by the Hoover Historical Center hundreds of times without ever having set foot in the charming old home directly across from Walsh University. Several new exhibits have been added to the Hoover Historical Center’s display of Hoover Memorabilia which opened March 1. The white house with black shutters [...]
By Cathy Clark Art from the Classroom will be on view at The Little Art Gallery of the North Canton Public Library January 21 through April 8, 2012. This annual exhibit highlights artwork created by students of the North Canton School District. The first exhibit will feature the work of students from Hoover High School [...]
“Gypsy” youth production North Canton Playhouse (located inside of Hoover High School) January 13-29 (No show on Saturday Jan 28.) northcantonplayhouse.com or call (330)494-1613 for ticket information “Rapunzel and the Witch” from the story by the Brothers Grimm The Players Guild of Canton 1001 Market Avenue North, Canton January 13-29 playersguildtheatre.com or call (330)453-7617 for [...]
Mushroom Barley Soup By Cathy Clark The January snowstorms always make me think about the Blizzard of 1978. I was living in Toledo, Ohio and living on a winding road on a corner lot. Our garage faced the side street and we had so much snow I couldn’t get the car out of the garage [...]
(L to R) Randy Smith of Westfield Bank, award recipient Carol Couch, Doug Lane of the North Canton Chamber and Beth Shelton of Starbucks
On Stage Little Women – the Musical Malone University Founders Theatre 25th St, NW in Canton Nov. 9, 10, 16,17,18 at 8 p.m. Nov. 11 at 11 a.m., Nov. 12 at 8 p.m. Nov. 19 at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. Tickets $10 at 330-471-8202 Harvey Presented by Hoover High School Drama Dept. 525 7th [...]
Every fall for 33 of its 36 years in existence, the North Canton Playhouse has honored their members, performers and volunteers. The “Georgie” Award is named in honor of Mr. George Turkal, who gave so much to the NCP in its early years. The 2010/2011 season awards ceremony was held during a special evening of [...]
On Stage The Night They Stole Halloween and The Turkey That Knew Too Much (Two Holiday One-Acts) North Canton Playhouse located inside of Hoover High School October 22-30 Adults $12, seniors (60+) and students (17 and under) $11 Call 330-494-1613 for show times Confessions from the Ladies Room (Recommended for ages 14 and over) Kathleen Howland [...]