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Zensai: The Horticulture of Japan — Through Sunday at the Cleveland Botanical Garden, 11030 East Blvd. Bask in the sophistication and pristine beauty of Japanese horticulture. http://www.cbgarden.org.

Einstein Exhibit — Through Sept. 2 at Great Lakes Science Center, 601 Erieside Ave., Cleveland. Most comprehensive exhibition ever presented on the life and theories of one of the greatest scientists of all time. The center is open from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. daily. Admission for Einstein plus signature exhibits or Omnimax film: $12.95; $11.50 seniors and military; $10.50 children 2-17. Admission for Einstein, signature exhibits and Omnimax film: $17.95; $14.95 for seniors and military; $12.95 children 2-17; $7.50 adult members; $5.50 child members; exhibits and movie free for max members. 330-694-2000 or http://www.greatscience.com.

Victorian Pastimes — Noon to 3:30 p.m. Wednesdays-Saturdays, 1-4 p.m. Sundays through Aug. 31 at Hower House, the University of Akron, 60 Fir Hill, Akron. Explores the various leisure-time activities of the Hower Family as well as general Victorian practices. $6, $5 for seniors, $2 for students. 330-972-6909.

Stow-Munroe Falls Library Mini Book Sale — 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. today, Stow-Munroe Falls Library, 3512 Darrow Road, Stow. 330-697-1075.

Teen Program: Crickets, Beetles, and Flies — Oh My! — 2 p.m. today, Akron-Summit County Public Library, North Hill branch, 183 E. Cuyahoga Falls Ave., Akron. 330-535-9423.

Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens: Countryside Farmers' Market — 4-7 p.m. Thursdays through Oct. 16 at Stan Hywet Hall and Gardens, 714 N. Portage Path, Akron. Featuring more than 30 vendors of locally produced items. High quality fresh fruits and vegetables, cut flowers, award winning cheeses, honey, grass-fed beef, pork and bison as well as many baked goods and specialty items will be available throughout the season. Information: 330-657-2538.

Picnic Fun with Chef Sarah Mentzer — 6:30 tonight, Akron-Summit County Public Library, Mogadore branch, 144 S. Cleveland Ave. 330-628-9228.

Walking With Dinosaurs — The Live Experience — 7 tonight-Friday; 11 a.m., 3 p.m., 7 p.m. Saturday; 1 and 5 p.m. Sunday at the Quicken Loans Arena, Ontario Street and Huron Road, Cleveland. $31.50-$71.50. 330-945-9400 or http://www.ticketmaster.com.

Teen Program: Get Patriotic — 7-8 tonight at the Akron-Summit County Public Library, Portage Lakes branch, 4261 Manchester Road. 330-644-7050.

Plastered Masters Book Group — 7 tonight at Barnes & Noble Booksellers, 4015 Medina Road, Bath Township. Vanity Fair by William Makepeace Thackeray. Free. 330-665-5199.

Garrettsville SummerFest — 6-10 p.m. Friday; 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday; 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday on Main Street in Garrettsville. This year's Garrettsville SummerFest theme is Small Town America at Its Best. Two stages, one at each end of Main Street, will present entertainment. Information about Garrettsville SummerFest, raffle tickets, schedule of events, or entry forms: http://www.garrettsvillesummerfest.com or Aaron King, 330-254-2646.

Casino Day — 12:30 p.m. Friday at the Quirk Cultural Center, 1201 Grant Ave., Cuyahoga Falls. Black Jack, beat the dealer, poker, and more games. $4 per person. Pre-registration required: 330-971-8425.

Author Appearance — 7 p.m. Friday at Barnes & Noble Booksellers, 4015 Medina Road, Bath Township. Meet Bob Adamov, author of The Other Side of Hell. Free. 330-665-5199.

Friday Fresh Voices — 7-8 p.m. Friday at the Learned Owl Book Shop, 204 N. Main St., Hudson. Tanya Pilumeli will discuss and sign her debut children's book, The Dragonfly Keeper. Free. 330-653-2252.

Chatham Historical Society Flea Market — 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday at Chatham Community Center, 6306 Avon Lake Road, 330-667-2276 or 330-667-2273.

Litchfield Historical Society Flea Market — 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday on the circle at state routes 18 and 83 in Litchfield. 330-723-7212.

York Historical Society Flea Market — 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday at the York Historical Museum on Spellman Street, Mallet Creek. 330-723-1005.

33rd Annual Portage Lakes Antique and Classic Boat Show — 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday at the docks of the Olde Harbor Inn and Hook, Line & Drinkers, 530 and 562 Portage Lakes Drive, Akron. Register your boat: Lucy Hunter, 330-644-2629.

The Urban Experience Summit: A Writer's Boot Camp — 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday at the Cleveland Public Library, Memorial-Nottingham Branch, Lake Shore Facility, 17133 Lake Shore Blvd., Cleveland. Essential skills for writing and publishing urban fiction will be offered. Workshops will be directed by authors J.L. King and Allison Hobbs. Free. Register: 216-623-2822.

Author Visit — 10:30 a.m. to noon Saturday at Barnes & Noble Booksellers, 4015 Medina Road, Bath Township. William ''Bill'' Murphy will be on hand to sign and discuss his book, Motorcycling Across Ohio. 330-665-5199.

Adult Program: Summertime Tea Party — 1 p.m Saturday at the Akron-Summit County Public Library, Fairlawn-Bath branch, 3101 Smith Road. 330-666-4888.

Ham Radio Demonstration — 9:30 a.m. Saturday at the Barberton Public Library, 602 W. Park Ave. Sponsored by the Barberton Public Library Morse Code Preservation Society. Free. 330-745-1194.

Firestone Park's 2008 Summer Celebration — 2 p.m. Saturday at Firestone Park Community Center, 1480 Girard St., Akron. Parade begins at 4 p.m.; Akron Symphony Orchestra performs 7:30-9 p.m.; Fireworks at 9:45 p.m. Information: 330-375-2806.

Old European Days, Pig Roast and Bierfest — 4 p.m. to midnight Saturday and 1-8 p.m. Sunday at 3871 Ranfield Road, Kent. Entertainment, dancing, German foods and pastries.

Saturday Evening Cuyahoga Valley Urban Legends Tour — Tour looks at myths and legends surrounding the valley, its American Indians burial sites and villages and the impact the building of the canal had on Northern Ohio. Tour group meets at 5:30 p.m. Saturday at the Cuyahoga Valley Canals Visitors Center, 7104 Canal Road, Valley View, and shuttle leaves at 6 p.m., returns at 10:30 p.m. $45 per person. 440-775-1217.

Akron Glass Works Artist Demos — 6-11 p.m. Saturday at Akron Glass Works, 106 N. Main St., Akron. Glass blowing demonstrations. Free. 330-253-5888.

Blue Grass Saturday Nights — 7-11 p.m. Saturday at Homerville Community Center, Route 301, Homerville. All pickers welcome; open stage and jam rooms. Information: 330-416-2222.

Hungarian Cultural Center Soccer Game and Family Picnic — Noon Sunday at the Hungarian Cultural Center, 12027 Abbot Road, Hiram. Soccer game begins at 3 p.m. featuring two Cleveland teams. Music will be provided by Szinkron from Toronto, Canada, from 2-6 p.m. Admission is $4, Children under 12 free.

The Unique Experience — 2 p.m. Sunday at the Spaghetti Warehouse, 510 S. Main St., Akron. Kent Le Mar will perform a combination of standard songs and stories in the voices and styles of Johnny Mathis, Nat King Cole, Sammy Davis Jr. and other favorites. Also performing, humorist Carolynn Rae. $22, lunch included. 330-923-5225.

Summer Acting and Musical Theatre Classes — The Cassidy Youth Theatre will offer Summer Acting and Musical Theatre Classes for children ages 8 to 18 for seven weeks beginning Monday and continuing through Aug. 16. Applications can be obtained by calling the Cassidy Theatre and requesting a brochure and application form. 440-842-4600.

Book Discussion — 7 p.m. Monday at the Barberton Public Library, 602 W. Park Ave. Cormac: The Tale of a Dog Gone Missing by Sonny Brewer. Free. 330-745-1194.

Attract Butterflies to Your Garden — 7 p.m. Monday at the Brunswick Library, 3649 Center Road. Alys Barkes, perennial manager for Petitti Garden Centers of Strongsville, will present The Art of Attracting Butterflies to Your Garden. Free. 330-273-4150.

Moms Club of West Akron — 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at the outdoor playground at St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 1361 W. Market St., Akron. If it rains, the meeting will move indoors.

Kid's Craft Time — 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at the Barberton Public Library, 602 W. Park Ave. Ages 3-6. Free. 330-745-1194.

Teen Program: Digital Photography Workshop — 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Akron-Summit County Public Library, Norton branch, 3930 S. Cleveland-Massillon Road. 330-825-7800.

Kid's Craft Time — 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Barberton Public Library, 602 W. Park Ave. Ages 6-8. Free. 330-745-1194.

Teen Program: Draw Manga — 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Akron-Summit County Public Library, Tallmadge branch, 90 Community Road. 330-633-4345.

Teen Book Discussion — 3-4 p.m. Tuesday at the Akron-Summit County Public Library, Northwest Akron branch, 1720 Shatto Ave. Tangerine by Edward Bloor. 330-836-1081.

Kid's Craft Time — 3:30 p.m. Tuesday at the Barberton Public Library, 602 W. Park Ave. Ages 8-13. Free. 330-745-1194.

Teen Program: CSI — 4 p.m. Tuesday at the Akron-Summit County Public Library, Mogadore branch, 144 S. Cleveland Ave. Morph into a crime scene at a mystery party. 330-628-9228.

Teen Program: Movie Matinee — 4 p.m. Tuesday at the Akron-Summit County Public Library, Maple Valley branch, 1187 Copley Road, Akron. Men in Black. 330-864-5721.

Musical Open Mic — Sign-up begins at 6:30 p.m. every Tuesday at Erewhon Gallery & Studios, 111 N. Main St., Akron, above the Northside bar. 330-920-4221. Free.

Adult Program: Gardening Craft with Cathy Morgan — 6:30 p.m Tuesday at the Akron-Summit County Public Library, Fairlawn-Bath branch, 3101 Smith Road. 330-666-4888.

Summer BBQ with Chef Sarah Mentzer — 6:30 p.m. Tuesday at the Akron-Summit County Public Library, Richfield branch, 3761 S. Grant St. 330-659-4343.

Organic Gardening & Composting Program — 7 p.m. Tuesday at the Hudson Library & Historical Society, 96 Library St. Master gardener Megan Vance will discuss principles of organic gardening. Free. 330-653-3358, Ext. 1010 or http://www.hudsonlibrary.org.

Old Time, Celtic and Bluegrass Music Jam — 7-10 p.m. Tuesday at the College of Wooster, in the college snack bar, Mom's Truck Stop, Lowery Center, Wooster. The College of Wooster Scottish Arts Society along with local community players sponsor musical jam sessions where guests may sit in. Information: Kim Tapie, 330-345-5208, or Charlene Adzima, 330-263-6504.

Book Discussion — 10 a.m. Wednesday at the Barberton Public Library, 602 W. Park Ave. Mr. Pipp by Lloyd Jones. Free. 330-745-1194.

Kid's Craft Time — 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at the Barberton Public Library, 602 W. Park Ave. Ages 3-6. Free. 330-745-1194.

Family Fun Clubs — 11 a.m. or 1 p.m. Wednesday at the Akron-Summit County Public Library, Mogadore branch, 144 S. Cleveland Ave. Animal Adventures with Outback Ray. 330-628-9228.

Book Discussion — 1 p.m. Wednesday at the Akron-Summit County Public Library, Norton branch, 3930 S. Cleveland-Massillon Road. If You Could See Me Now by Cecelia Ahern. 330-825-7800.

Teen Program: Teen Movie Matinee — 1 p.m. Wednesday at the Akron-Summit County Public Library, Ellet branch, 2470 E. Market St., Akron. 330-784-2019.

Teen Program: Guitar Hero — 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Akron-Summit County Public Library, Richfield branch, 3761 S. Grant St. 330-659-4343.

Kid's Craft Time — 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Barberton Public Library, 602 W. Park Ave. Ages 6-8. Free. 330-745-1194.

Book Discussion — 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Akron-Summit County Public Library, Richfield branch, 3761 S. Grant St. The Know-It-All by A.J. Jacobs. 330-659-4343.

Heinz Poll Book Reception — 4:30-6:30 p.m. Wednesday, the University of Akron's Center for Dance and Theatre at Guzzetta Hall, 139 Buchtel Ave. Celebrating the publication of A Time to Dance: The Life of Heinz Poll. A 5:30 p.m. program will feature Barbara Schubert, who edited Poll's memoir of how a teenager forced to spend the last two years of WWII in the German Navy became the artistic director of the Ohio Ballet. Books will be available for purchase. Hosted by the UA dance program and University Press. Free. Reservations are not required but are encouraged. Contact 330-972-7948 or dance@uakron.edu.

Book Discussion — 6:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Akron-Summit County Public Library, Mogadore branch, 144 S. Cleveland Ave. Cannery Row by John Steinbeck. 330-628-9228.

Summer BBQ with Chef Sarah Mentzer — 6:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Akron-Summit County Public Library, North Hill branch, 183 E. Cuyahoga Falls Ave., Akron. 330-535-9423.

Author Visit — 2 p.m. July 3, Akron-Summit County Public Library, Northwest Akron branch, 1720 Shatto Ave., Akron. Hazel A. Sheppard, author of the Inchy books, will talk about her work as a writer. 330-836-1081.

Children's Program: Bubbly Bug Show — 2 p.m. July 3, Akron-Summit County Public Library, Maple Valley branch, 1187 Copley Road, Akron. 330-864-5721.

Teen Program: PS2 Game Day — 2 p.m. July 3, Akron-Summit County Public Library, North Hill branch, 183 E. Cuyahoga Falls Ave., Akron. 330-535-9423.

Speculative Fiction Book Discussion — 6:30 p.m. July 3, Akron-Summit County Public Library, Northwest Akron branch, 1720 Shatto Ave., Akron. Moon Flights by Elizabeth Moon. 330-836-1081.