End of summer fun: All Together Now, Patriot Fest, Yankee Peddler, Browns watch party
Summer is fading away as September hints at cooler temperatures and leaves begin to fall from trees.
There's no shortage of outdoor events and celebrations in Stark County this weekend, though. Most notable is All Together Now from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday at the Cultural Center for the Arts just outside downtown Canton at 1001 Market Ave. N.
Entertainment will include a magician, African drumming and dancers, performers on stilts and storytelling. This is the family-friendly event's second year. Food trucks also will be on site.
ArtsinStark said the event will happen rain or shine on the grounds of the Cultural Center. Children's activities include face painting, balloon twisting, make-and-take craft stations and a bubble station.
The summer festival "seeks to inspire a sense of joy, warmth and belonging for everyone attending the free event," ArtsinStark said in a news release.
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Headlining the entertainment is magician Rick Smith Jr. of Cleveland, a professional illusionist and card thrower. He's best known for multiple nationally televised performances, as well as for setting world records for throwing a playing card the greatest distance, greatest height and most accurately.
Entertainment also will include Cleveland-based Djapo Cultural Arts Institute, which is led by Talise Campbell, the artistic director and 2022 Ohio Arts Council award winner. Djapo will perform a traditional African drum and dance show complemented with a presentation of art.
The Amazing Giants also will perform on the main stage with circus-style entertainment.
Lindsay Bonilla of World of Difference, a professional storyteller and author, will perform multi-cultural folk tales in a unique and interactive style.
The event is presented by ArtsinStark with support from Visit Canton. TomTod Ideas, specializing in youth development and advocating for middle-school students, is a featured contributor to the event.
"Year after year, this community supports our advocacy, funding and support for the arts," said David Whitehill, president and CEO of ArtsinStark. "Giving back to the community with a free family festival is a fun and engaging way we can say thank you."
Other participating organizations include Artful Living and Learning, Canton Ballet, Canton Museum of Art, Canton Symphony Orchestra, Massillon Musum, SAFY of Akron/Canton, SingStark! and the YMCA.
Guests will have access to the parking deck located onsite. Street parking and surface lots also surround the Cultural Center.
Carnival of Wheels
The annual Canton Carnival of Wheels will feature cars, trucks, motorcycles and other vehicles.
The family-oriented show is 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday on the campus of Stark State College, 6200 Frank Ave. NW in Jackson Township. Admission is free for spectators.
The nonprofit Carnival of Wheels supports students and donates all net proceeds to Stark State's Automotive Technology Scholarship Fund.
Over the course of 14 years, Carnival of Wheels has donated more than $120,000 to the fund and a related endowment, said a news release.
Jackson Township, Stark County and Canal Fulton law enforcement will lead police dog demonstrations.
Activities also include a silent auction and engine valve cover car racing for adults, as well as Hot Wheels racing for kids.
Patriot Fest in Louisville
Patriot Fest will take place on Saturday and Sunday at Metzger Park, 1420 Nickel Plate Ave. S in Louisville.
Presented by the Louisville Area Chamber of Commerce, the festival features carnival rides and inflatables. Tickets cost $18 per person for unlimited rides and $15 when purchased before the event. Admission to the event is free.
Patriot Fest starts at 2 p.m. Saturday and also has food vendors, military vehicles, craft vendors and midway games. A 9/11 fire truck also will be on display. There's also a beer garden, and live music at 6 p.m. by the John Hampu Band.
A fireworks show, sponsored by Ohio Auto Warehouse, is scheduled for dusk.
The event also runs 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday. Entertainment includes the Louisville Community Choir performing at 1 p.m., followed by a remembrance ceremony featuring first responders, military and police.
Live music on Sunday starts at 4 p.m. with the Little Rock Country Band.
Browns and Buckeyes watch parties at Centennial Plaza
Centennial Plaza will be a sea of orange and brown on Sunday afternoon when the Cleveland Browns kick off the season against the Carolina Panthers.
The football-themed plaza in downtown Canton is a popular spot to watch both Ohio State Buckeyes and Cleveland Browns games on a large video screen. Guests can bring portable chairs and blankets.
Rules are posted on the website of Centennial Plaza.
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The Browns game starts at 1 p.m. Ohio State's game against Arkansas State will be shown at the plaza at noon Saturday. Centennial Plaza is on Market Avenue N between Third and Fourth Streets NW.
Jerzee's Cafe is located on the plaza and sells food and beverages.
Canton Symphony Orchestra outdoor show
A Canton Symphony Orchestra brass quintet will perform from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Sunday at Centennial Plaza in downtown Canton.
The plaza is on Market Avenue N between Third and Fourth Streets NW.
Sponsored by the Downtown Canton Special Improvement District, the free event was originally scheduled for July 17 but rescheduled due to inclement weather.
Canton Farmers Market on Saturday
The Canton Farmers Market is 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday at Centennial Plaza in downtown Canton.
Products will include fruits, vegetables, pastured meats, eggs, baked goods, honey, maple syrup, preserved goods, seasoning blends, tea, coffee, plants, fresh herbs, pet treats, personal care items, custom face coverings, snacks and prepackaged, ready-to-eat foods.
The market will open rain or shine; however, for safety, it will close early if inclement weather occurs during market hours.
The Canton Farmers Market is scheduled to be open on Saturdays through Oct. 22.
Yankee Peddler Festival
The 49th annual Yankee Peddler Festival will be from 10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday at Clay's Resort Jellystone Park, 12951 Patterson St. NW in Lawrence Township.
The event also will be on Sept. 17-18 and 24-25.
Crafters, artisans, handmade goods, food and entertainment will be featured.
The festival examines life between 1776 to 1825. Crafters and vendors are required to dress in period attire. Artisans and crafters also provide educational displays and written histories of their trades.
For more details, go to www.yankeepeddlerfestival.com/.
This article originally appeared on The Repository: September fun: All Together, Yankee Peddler, Browns party, car show
