Good morning, Canton.

Gethsemane Baptist Church, Firesnatchers, and D.U.G.

Ministries will co-host Empowerment 2026: Breaking Barriers and Crossing Lines at One Center for Learning (901 Tuscarawas St. E) on April 11 from noon to 3 p.m.; the event features keynote speaker Rev. Cynthia Dennis and costs $20 per person.

Jefferson Starship, Phil Vassar & Collin Raye will perform at Sugardale Fan Fest held in Stadium Park during the Pro Football Hall of Fame Enshrinement Festival; Jefferson Starship plays at 7 p.m. on Aug.

5 while Vassar and Raye perform on Aug. 8, and admission is free.

Stark County is accepting votes for its High School Athlete of the Week as voters choose one girl and one boy from March 30-April 5 nominees from local schools.

Voting is open until 5:00 p.m. Thursday + winners will be announced Friday morning on CantonRep.com.

The District 4 coaches association has released the 2025-26 high school basketball teams for boys and girls.

The announcement honors standout players and coaches, including Canton McKinley's Anthony Chavers and Mya Taylor, and covers divisions I through VII.

Brayan Rocchio’s ninth-inning RBI single drove in CJ Kayfus to secure a 2-1 win for the Guardians over the Royals on Tuesday at Progressive Field (the game was moved five hours due to a forecast of freezer temperatures at 33°F first pitch).

Ohio Coin Machine Association Dart Tournament

9 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Canton Memorial Civic Center — Free entry — Gather for an energetic competition at the annual OCMA State Dart Divisional Championships.

Harlem Wizards Game

6-9 p.m. — GlenOak HS — $15-$60 — Experience an exciting evening of basketball with the Harlem Wizards in Canton, OH.

Community Health and Wellness Fair

10 AM – 1 PM — Canton Memorial Civic Center — Free entry — Experience Ohio's largest fitness weekend filled with health screenings, wellness resources, and community connection.

Smoov's R&B Sunday Brunch Experience

12-4 p.m. — MBar- Canton's Martini and Wine Bar — Cost of food and drinks not included — Groove to R&B hits while enjoying brunch and a lively atmosphere.

2026 OCMA/VNEA State Pool Championships

9 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Canton Memorial Civic Center — $0.00 - $10.00 USD — Compete or cheer at the annual state pool championships featuring players of all ages.

50th Anniversary Curtain Up FUNraiser

7-10 p.m. — North Canton Playhouse — $26.13 — Enjoy a night filled with variety shows, games, and raffles at this community FUNraiser celebration.

Sneaker Mania 2

11 AM – 6 PM — Executive Event Center — $5 for students, parents free — Enjoy the ultimate sneaker event with giveaways, food, and thousands of kicks.

Moon Glow Cherry Blossoms Painting Class

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — $20 add-on for candle-making — Enjoy a creative evening of painting and candle-making in a vibrant atmosphere.

Free First Friday Comedy Night

8-9:30 p.m. — Canton Comedy Boom — Free entry — Enjoy a night filled with diverse comedic talent from Northeast Ohio and beyond.

Pressed Flower Frame Workshop

6-8 p.m. — Lost Trail Winery and Vineyard — Food and beverages available for purchase — Create a hinged floral frame using beautiful flowers in a crafty evening at the winery.