Good morning, Canton.

The Alliance chapter of Sew4Service connects volunteers who sew, knit or crochet to local agencies by providing handmade items.

It offers classes, open houses and charity sewing days at Alliance Commons to support Stark County groups.

Refuge of Hope CEO Scott Schnyders resigned June 29 after two years at the helm + board member Ed Laubacher was named interim CEO; Schnyders, who joined in 2007, will relocate to Portland and advise the board for a year as the ministry continues developing its women’s shelter project.

Siffrin held a grand opening on June 25 and fully opened its new 30,000 sqft center in Perry Township on June 29 (323 Marion Ave. NW).

The facility combines adult day services, employment support, and administrative operations while celebrating 50 years of service and adding 50 jobs.

Two northeast Canton streets will close on July 4 from 5 to 9 p.m. for block parties, with 18th Street NE closing between Root and Royal avenues and Fourth Street NE shutting between Belden and Crestmont avenues.

The Debutantes, a 2024 documentary produced by Emmy-nominated filmmaker Contessa Gayles, follows Black teen girls preparing for a revived debutante ball (after a 10-year gap) in Canton; the film is now available to stream on Peacock, Xfinity, and Xumo Play.

Siffrin Adult Day Services is merging its day services, employment support and administrative operations in a new facility in Perry Township to streamline care and support local adults.

Addison Properties has secured a tax-increment deal for a housing project south of Lake Center Street NW in Lake Township.

The project will support infrastructure for 198 single-family homes on 96 acres with a 75% tax abatement for 10 years, and funding includes $7.1 million for water and sewer upgrades.

Powerslam Pro Wrestling will host a family-friendly wrestling event on July 4 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Silver Park's Field No. 2 in Alliance, where families can enjoy free admission plus extra fan interactions after the show.

Canton's Enchanted Princess Ball

10 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Gervasi Vineyard Resort & Spa — $65 per ticket — Experience the magic with beloved princesses, delightful meals, and enchanting entertainment.

African American Arts & Cultural Festival

10 a.m. - 9 p.m. — Visit Canton Downtown Visitor Center — Free entry — Experience two unforgettable days of culture, music, food, and community.

Portage Lakes Fireworks

9-11 p.m. — Portage Lakes State Park — Free entry — Celebrate with spectacular fireworks and enjoy a festive boat parade earlier in the day.

Canton R&B Musicfest

7 p.m. — Centennial Plaza — BOGO Special on tickets — Enjoy the unforgettable sounds of Brownstone and Sunshine Anderson in a vibrant summer concert.

Funky Music Night with Zapp

7-11 p.m. — Lock 3 Park — Free entry — Experience high-energy grooves that will get you dancing all night long.

Forever Seger - The Silver Bullet Experience

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Plain Township Amphitheater — $10.00 - $165.00 — Experience the dynamic tribute to Bob Seger and The Silver Bullet Band with authentic performances.

The Fantasy Football Expo

10 a.m. - 4 p.m. — Canton Memorial Civic Center — $70 - $290 — Experience Fantasy Football's greatest weekend with experts, parties, and panels in Canton, Ohio.

Fantasy Football Expo

10 a.m. — Canton Memorial Civic Center — $20 — Step into the Fantasy Football Expo, explore vendor booths, and connect with creators in a vibrant tradeshow setting.