Good morning, Canton.

The Catholic Diocese of Youngstown has designated church prayer sites today in response to Pope Leo XIV's call for peace, with Sancta Clara Monastery (noon) in Plain Township and the Basilica of St. John the Baptist in Canton hosting a Vigil for Peace from 7 to 8 p.m.

Canton announced a new R&B Fest as part of its 2026 Summer Concert Series at Centennial Plaza featuring national acts Brownstone and Sunshine Anderson + ticket details will be shared next week.

The Fourth District of Omega Psi Phi will host the Calvin H.

Thomas Talent Hunt Competition on April 18 at 5 p.m. in Timken Auditorium, where high school students will perform + the winner will advance to Cincinnati on Aug. 1 for the 80th Talent Hunt Demonstration.

Crews will replace a culvert on Georgetown Street NE in Osnaburg Township, closing 1,000 feet east of Nickel Plate Avenue beginning Monday, April 13 for five days.

Drivers must follow a detour (via state Route 44, state Route 153 and Paris Avenue NE) as announced by the Stark County Engineer’s Office.

Local home builders are designing new constructions with flexible spaces, smart technology and energy-efficient systems to meet modern family needs.

Lower median home prices and sales incentives have made custom layouts more budget-friendly for buyers in the area (contact local industry representatives for details).

Bella Bacorn of St. Thomas Aquinas and Lincoln Reese of Alliance were named Stark County High School Athlete of the Week for March 30-April 5; Bacorn, a softball player, earned 46.82% of the vote (61,470 votes cast) while Reese, a baseball player, received 31.99%.

At Lake High School’s Rock'em Relays on Friday, April 10, athletes competed in track and field events as rain fell, with photos capturing key moments (including long jump, relay, and sprint medley races) that showcased local talent.

Lake + Hoover high school softball teams played on Thursday, April 9 at Hoover High.

Key plays from Lake's Makenna Miller and Gianna Greathouse drove a competitive game, captured in photos from the match.

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.

2026 Mom-Mosa Trail

11 AM – 3 PM — Centennial Plaza — Cost of entry includes drink tickets — Celebrate Mother’s Day with mimosas, brunch bites, and local shopping on a self-guided trail.