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To have an event listed, send a fax to 330-376-9235 or an e-mail to newsroomemail@thebeaconjournal.com at least a week in advance.
TODAY McKinley Day — 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. today, William McKinley Presidential Library & Museum, 800 McKinley Monument Drive N.W., Canton. Celebrate the president's birthday. Wreath-laying ceremony at 3 p.m. Special admission, $5. Free for members. 330-455-7043.
Valley hike — 9 a.m. today, Kendall Lake Shelter off Truxell Road in Boston Township. The Portage Trail Walkers hiking club will meet in the Cuyahoga Valley for a hike of four to five miles on the Cross-Country Trail. 330-673-6896.
Genealogy workshop — 9:30 a.m. today, Akron Woman's City Club, 732 W. Exchange St., Akron. Featuring a presentation by Barbara Griffith, Ohio DAR state organizing secretary and past Ohio DAR state registrar. Brunch begins at 10 a.m. Workshop, free; brunch, $12. For reservations, call Barbara Griffith at 330-896-4773.
Ham radio demonstration — 9:30 a.m. today, Barberton Public Library, 602 W. Park Ave. Sponsored by the Barberton Public Library Morse Code Preservation Society. Free. 330-745-1194.
Junior Rangers — 10-11:30 a.m. today. The National Park Service is presenting a Junior Rangers snowshoe program on winter tracks in the Cuyahoga Valley park for youngsters 7 to 12 years old. $8 per child. 330-657-2796, Ext. 100, for reservations and location.
Urban contemporary line dance classes (beginners) — 10 a.m. to noon today, Goodyear YMCA gymnasium, 110 Goodyear Ave., Akron (park on Kelly Avenue and go through the double brown doors). $3, adults; $2, youth. Classes are ongoing. Wear comfortable clothing and soft-soled shoes. Dance to all kinds of music. Partner not needed. New dances taught monthly. 330-867-2093.
Winter seeds — 10 a.m. today, Barberton Trailhead off Fairview Avenue in Barberton. Metro Parks, Serving Summit County, will stage a hike to look at fall wildflowers that are now dried. 330-865-8065.
Chess World — 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. today, Akron-Summit County Public Library, Ellet branch, 2470 E. Market St., Akron. 330-784-2019.
Fly-tying get-together — Noon to 3 p.m. today, Sippo Lake Clubhouse, 5300 Tyner St. N.W., Perry Township. The Stark County Park District will stage a fly-tying get-together featuring Jack Pickard and John Warmus to talk about fly fishing in Southwest Colorado. Tying demonstration is included. $1 fee for supplies. 330-456-8731.
Cartoon character program — 1 p.m. today, Garrettsville Library, 10482 South St., Garrettsville. With a beach-theme program featuring a favorite cartoon character. For grades K-4. Beachwear welcome. 330-527-4378 or 800-500-6504.
New Generation Elementary Show Choir rehearsals — 1-3:30 p.m. Saturdays through May 10. For children in grades 3-6. 330-923-2000 or e-mail etcchoir@aol.com.
Photography hike — 1-3 p.m. today. Meet at the Exploration Gateway, 5712 12th St. N.W., Perry Township. 330-477-3552 for reservations.
Junior Rangers — 1:30-3 p.m. today. The National Park Service is presenting a Junior Rangers program on cross-country skiing for youngsters 10 to 12 years old. $15 per child. Bring your own equipment (or some rental equipment will be available). Call 330-657-2796, Ext. 100, for reservations and location.
Family astronomy — 2 p.m. today, Wilderness Center, 9877 Alabama Ave. S.W., Wilmot. An astronomy program on the Orion Constellation. Recommended for second-graders and older. Free. 877-359-5235.
Winter hike — 2-3:30 p.m. today, Towner's Woods, off Ravenna Road, northeast of Kent in Franklin Township. There will be hot cider around a fire with an Indian story after the hike. Dress for the weather. 330-297-7728 or http://www.portageparkdistrict.org.
Canine hike — 3 p.m. today.The Medina County Park District is holding a canine hike for dog owners and their pets. Dogs must be on 6-foot leashes. Bring a towel for muddy feet and a water bowl. Call 330-722-9364 for reservations and location.
James and the Giant Peach — 3 p.m. today, Palace Theatre, 605 Market Ave. N., Canton. $10, $20, $30. 330-454-8172.
All-you-can-eat Swiss steak dinner — 4-6:30 p.m. tonight, Northwest Stark Senior Center, 853 Locust St., Canal Fulton. $8; children under age 10, $4; children ages 4 and under, free. Reservations required. Call 330-854-6307.
Akron Glass Works artist demos — 6-11 tonight, Akron Glass Works, 106 N. Main St., Akron. Glass-blowing demonstrations. Free. 330-253-5888.
Rane Fashion Show — 6:30 tonight, Musica at Mocha Maiden, 51 E. Market St., Akron. Rane Clothing Fashion Show/Benefit for the family of Pat Mason (bassist for Arsonists Get All the Girls), featuring Ohio Sky, Mouth Wired Shut, Attack Attack!, Never Say Forever and Baby Bear. $8 if under 21,;$6 if over 21.
Sweet Melodies: A Night at the Casbah — 6:30 tonight, Tangier, 532 W. Market St., Akron. Featuring a silent and live auction, live entertainment, hors d'oeuvres and sit-down gourmet dinner. Fundraiser to benefit and celebrate the 60th anniversary of the Children's Concert Society. $125. 330-376-7171.
Blue Grass Saturday Nights — 7-11 tonight, Homerville Community Center, state Route 301, Homerville. All pickers welcome; open stage and jam rooms. 330-416-2222.
BluesNite at the Peninsula Art Academy — 7-11 tonight, 1600 W. Mill St. Jam and open mic. In collaboration with musician Matt Lerner. 330-657-2248.
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Black History Celebration Poetry Slam — 7 tonight, St. John Church, 1233 S. Hawkins Ave., Akron. $10. 330-388-0103.
Circle of Friends — 7:30 tonight, Wolf Creek Environmental Center, 6100 Ridge Road (state Route 94), Sharon Township. The Medina County Park District will present a musical program by Circle of Friends. For all ages. First come, first seated. Free. 330-722-9364.
Kuzman's jitterbug dancing — 8 tonight to midnight, Kuzman's Lounge, 1025 S. State St., Girard. DJ Carl Severino. $3. 330-545-8521 or 330-545-8995.
Snow-Ball Ballroom Dancing — 8:30 tonight, Sherwood Dance Club, 960 Jacoby Road, Copley Township. $6. 330-864-4484.
SUNDAY All-you-can-eat breakfast — 9:30 a.m. to noon Sunday, Acker-Moore Memorial Post, American Legion, 3733 Fishcreek Road, Stow. $5.25. 330-673-1608.
Handling hills — 9:30-11:30 a.m. Sunday, in the Cuyahoga Valley park. Meet at the Kendall Lake Shelter off Truxell Road in Boston Township. The National Park Service will present a cross-country ski workshop on handling hills. Dress for the weather. Bring your own equipment. The workshop might be rescheduled if there's not enough snow. $10. Call 216-524-1497 for reservations.
Mix 94.1 Forever Elegant Bridal Show — 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, Canton Cultural Center, 1101 Market Ave. N. Meet vendors, get ideas. Fashion shows at 1 and 3 p.m. showcasing the looks for today's bridal party. Free. Registration requested at http://www.mix941.com.
Open house — 11 a.m. Sunday, St. Francis De Sales School, 4009 Manchester Road, Coventry Township. Catholic Schools Light the Way. Mass will begin at 11 a.m., followed by the open house.
Wedding Show of Ohio — 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 3-5:30 p.m. Sunday, Tangier, 532 W. Market St., Akron. Fashion show by David's Bridal, American Commodore Tuxedo, Marino Brothers DJs, Carol Martin Salon, Sisters Flower House Two. Sponsored by Akron Canton Weddings Magazine. Free. Register at http://www.weddingshowofohio.com.
Feed the birds by hand — Noon to 3 p.m. Sunday, Beech Botanical Garden and Nature Preserve, 11929 Beech St. N.E., Washington Township, near Alliance. 330-428-0729 or http://www.bcbgarden.org.
Open House and Education Fair — 12:15-2:15 p.m. Sunday, St. Hilary School, 645 Moorfield Road, Fairlawn. Catholic Schools Light the Way.
Mental Health & Creativity Pre-Show Lecture — 1 p.m. Sunday, Actors' Summit, 86 Owen Brown St., Hudson. Featuring Drs. Fred and Penny Frese and the cast of Proof. With a post-performance discussion at about 4:15 p.m. Free.
Open house — 1-3 p.m. Sunday, Our Lady of the Elms Pre-K and Elementary School, 1290 W. Market St., Akron.
Snowshoe hike — 1:30-3:30 p.m. Sunday. Meet at the Kendall Lake Shelter off Truxell Road in Boston Township. Join a snowshoe hike of 2.5 miles in the Cuyahoga Valley park, if there's at least 4 inches of snow. $5. If there's not enough snow, the event will become a hike. Call 216-524-1497 for reservations.
Ancient Indians — 2 p.m. Sunday, Seiberling Nature Realm, 1828 Smith Road, Akron. Learn about ancient Indians in Ohio. Sponsored by Metro Parks, Serving Summit County. 330-865-8065.
Boomerangs — 2-4 p.m. Sunday, Happy Days Lodge in the Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Learn how to build a boomerang. $10, including materials. No experience necessary.
Rain barrels — 2-4 p.m. Sunday, John T. Huston-Dr. John D. Brumbaugh Nature Center, 1614 N. Daniel St., Alliance. Featuring a workshop to build a rain barrel. Materials fee, $25. Call 330-823-7487 for reservations.
Tallmadge Historical Society open house — 2-4 p.m. Sunday, Old Town Hall and Museum on Tallmadge Circle and the Schenkenberger House, 35 Southwest Ave. Free.
Gorge hike — 2:30 p.m. Sunday. Meet in the Front Street parking lot in Cuyahoga Falls. The Akron Metro Parks Hiking Club will take a five-mile hike on trails and sidewalks in the Gorge Metro Park between Akron and Cuyahoga Falls. 330-733-3995.
Ballroom dancing — 7:30 p.m. Sunday, Sherwood Dance Club, 960 Jacoby Road, Copley Township. 330-864-4484.
Singles dance — 7:30-11:30 p.m. Sunday, Guy's Party Centre, 500 E. Waterloo Road, Akron. Disc jockey plays top 40 music. $7. 330-724-6373.
To have an event listed, send a fax to 330-376-9235 or an e-mail to newsroomemail@thebeaconjournal.com at least a week in advance.
TODAY McKinley Day — 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. today, William McKinley Presidential Library & Museum, 800 McKinley Monument Drive N.W., Canton. Celebrate the president's birthday. Wreath-laying ceremony at 3 p.m. Special admission, $5. Free for members. 330-455-7043.
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