Vendors of antiques and repurposed artifacts; panel discussions about care and disposition of family heirlooms, repurposing, and related topics; and appraisals.  Food and music.

Proceeds benefit the Massillon Museum Capital Campaign. 

A non-commercial festival for children and families promoting quality time together, health, safety, art, reading, learning, and community.  Dozens of community partners present booths of games, art activities, giveaways, sports, screenings, and information.  Inflatables, stage shows, train ride, and a free film at the end.

Admission is free; some activities have a small fee.  Minimal family-friendly food is available at a nominal cost. 

This year’s event will once again include heavy appetizers and delicious desserts from area restaurants and bakeries. In addition to tantalizing your taste buds, this event will keep you entertained with an exciting Live and Silent Auction with items such as (but not limited to) overnight stays, major event tickets, destination get-a-ways and jewelry!  There will also be DJ Entertainment, a Wine Pull and a Cash Bar – this evening will definitely not disappoint!

For this full evening of fun and entertainment, the cost is only $50.00 per person or a table of 8 for $360.00.  For more information regarding Community Hospice or to secure tickets for this event, please contact Mona Sayre at msayre@myhospice.org or by calling (330) 343-7605.

Immediately following the Downtown Massillon Association's Massillon Tiger Football Kick-Off Pep Rally, queue up at the Massillon Museum for a free, tasty, black and orange striped ice cream cone!

Also see two new Paul Brown exhibits at the Museum. 

The Touchdown Club meets every Tuesday during the Massillon Tiger Football season.  Lunch is served at 11:30am and the meeting will take place at 12:00pm.  Membership dues are $25 for the season and meals are $8.00 per week with exception to McKinley Week which is $12. 

The Touchdown Club is an open adult booster group that was formed in 1950 during the regime of Coach Chuck Mather.

High School Tailgate Party Friday , September 1, 2017 11:00am-1:00pm Free food & prizes plus LIMITED QUANTITY FREE TICKETS for Massillon Tigers vs. GlenOak Eagles  that evening                                                                                           

 Come on down and Register to win Prizes.

Our Grand Prize is a $1000 Certificate to Home Appliance

The Downtown Massillon Association Businesses are inviting the public to come on down and see what each Business has to offer.  Spend some time visiting and get great deals!! 

Luncheon and World War I-era fashion display and presentation by Laura Loew.  The event is a fundraiser for the Massillon Museum's Capital Campaign.  Tickets ($35) include entry to the MAPS Museum.

For tickets, visit massillonmuseum.org or call the Museum at 330.833.4061 

THE MAIN EVENT IS ON THE MOVE, AND YOU ARE INVITED TO RIDE ALONG! MEALS ON WHEELS OF STARK & WAYNE COUNTIES INVITES YOU TO ITS 6TH ANNUAL MAIN EVENT FUNDRAISER, “PUT HUNGER IN PARK.” 

THE AGENCY will HOST ITS FIRST EVER FOOD FEST, “PUT HUNGER IN PARK,” AT HOOVER PARK IN NORTH CANTON FROM 5PM-10PM ON THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, 2017. THE EVENT WILL INCLUDE LIVE ENTERTAINMENT, CONTESTS, PRIZES, BEER AND FOOD TRUCKS AND – MOST IMPORTANTLY – PLENTY OF MEALS ON WHEELS. 

"PUT HUNGER IN PARK" ADMISSION IS FREE, AND THE EVENT IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. 

OUR MISSION IS TO PROVIDE NUTRITION FOR BETTER HEALTH, HAPPINESS, AND INDEPENDENCE BY PROVIDING MORE THAN 1,400 MEALS A DAY TO NUTRITIONALLY AT-RISK INDIVIDUALS IN STARK AND WAYNE COUNTIES REGARDLESS OF THEIR AGE ORABILITY TO PAY.

THE 2017 EVENT IS A PERFECT FIT WITH OUR MISSION AS IT FOCUSES ON THE POSITIVE IMPACT GOOD FOOD AND GREAT PEOPLE CAN MAKE ON OUR COMMUNITY.

ALL FINANCIAL SUPPORT FOR THIS EVENT WILL GO DIRECTLY TOWARDS MEAL COSTS FOR MEALS ON WHEELS CLIENTS. TO BECOME AN OFFICIAL EVENT SUPPORTER, PLEASE  CONTACT SUZANNE WHISLER, DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST, AT 330-832-7220 EXT. 109 OR WHISLER@MOW-STARKWAYNE.ORG.

WE HOPE YOU WILL JOIN US IN SEPTEMBER AND HELP MEALS ON WHEELS “PUT HUNGER IN PARK!”

OhioMeansJobs Stark County will be teaming up with the City of Massillon, Massillon WestStark Chamber of Commerce, The Independent, Monster, Mix 94.1 and News-Talk 1480 WHBC for a fourth year to produce the Massillon Job Fair.  The event will be held Wednesday, September 27th, 9am-noon at the Massillon Recreation Center, 505 Erie Street North.   

Job seekers and veterans will be given the opportunity to meet face to face with employers who are actively hiring.  

Employers can reserve space by contacting Kelly Haer, OhioMeansJobs Business Manager, at khaer@omjwork.com or 330-491-2649.  The employer registration is $100.  Deadline for employers to sign up is September 22nd.    

This workshop will cover generational differences and strengths of Traditionalists, Baby Boomers, Gen Xers, Gen Ys/Millenials and the newest generation in the workforce, GenZs.  It will focus on how each generation can find common ground and communicate more effectively, take advantage of differences in values and expectations, and make a favorable impression with an employer.  There also will be a two-employer panel, each representing a different generation that will discuss how they view generations in the workplace. 

A seat can be reserved by contacting 330-433-9675 in Canton and 330-364-9777 in New Philadelphia 

Community Hospice needs highly motivated and compassionate individuals who want to make a difference by volunteering their time.  Our Volunteer Teams offer many opportunities to share gifts and talents.  You may be interested in helping patients, working with military veterans, fundraising, helping in the office, sewing/crafts, Pet Therapy Services, or a variety of other ways. 

To learn more about volunteer opportunities or to register for the upcoming training please contact  Helen Stager, Volunteer Coordinator at 330-493-0126 or hstager@myhospice.org.

Upcoming Volunteer Training

Community Hospice

4912 Higbee Avenue NW, Ste. 100

Canton, Ohio 44718

November 7, 9 & 14

5:00 pm – 8:30 pm

About Community Hospice

Community Hospice is a community based, non-profit organization that has provided end-of-life care and support for patients and their families in their time of need for over 30 years. Since opening our doors in 1986, Community Hospice staff and dedicated volunteers strive to fulfill the hospice mission on a daily basis by assisting with direct and indirect patient and family care. Our service area includes Tuscarawas, Stark, Carroll, Columbiana, Coshocton and surrounding counties. To date, we have had the privilege of serving over 14,000 patients and families in our local hospice, palliative and bereavement care programs. 

Visit Santa's Cottage --  Monday thru Friday 5:30-7:30pm and Saturday and Sunday -- 12noon - 2:30pm  

Bring your camera for FREE pics with Santa.

Pets are also welcome 

Craft & Vendor Expo on Saturday, March 3, 2018 @ St. Clement Hall (Holy Family Parish), 216 East Wooster Street, Navarre, Ohio 44662 from 10:00am - 4:00pm. Admission is FREE! We will have food and refreshments, 50 grab bags to the first 50 adult guest, 50/50 raffle, Easter egg raffle, $100 cash raffle, $100 gas card raffle, $100 lottery ticket raffle, and pictures with the Easter bunny! Proceeds to benefit the Fairless Food Cupboard! Come join us and shop with multiple exhibitors with a wide variety of different products. For more information contact Telisa Ecenbarger @ 330-268-5090.

The Rotary Club of Canton and Mercy Medical Center have partnered to bring very low-cost health screenings to the Stark County community. On Saturday, April 21, the Health Screen & Wellness Fair will take place from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. in Mercy Medical Center’s Mercy Hall Auditorium, 1320 Mercy Drive NW, Canton. Mercy Hall is located directly behind the hospital’s main parking garage.

For just $40, community members can purchase a Basic Panel of blood screenings, which include: CBC with differential, CMP, lipid profile and thyroid (TSH). This Basic Panel tests for cholesterol, anemia and kidney/liver function and provides over 30 results. In addition to the $40 Basic Panel, several optional screenings will also be offered, including:

• A1C Hemoglobin (extended look at glucose/blood sugar)       $15
• PSA (prostate)                                                                                  $15
• Vitamin D 25-Hydroxy (vitamin D deficiency)                             $48

A 12-hour fast is recommended for more accurate results. To register in advance, please call the Canton Rotary at 330-452-2882 or visit www.cantonrotary.org. Although registration is preferred, walk-in appointments are also welcome. Rotary Club of Canton will accept cash, check and credit card (VISA and MASTERCARD) for the above screenings.

In addition to the blood screenings, Mercy Medical Center is offering a FREE Wellness Fair with health information and additional FREE screenings, such as blood pressure checks, body mass index readings, pulmonary function testing and much more.  

If you are an individual or a business looking to volunteer in your community, then come to our free luncheon! We have volunteer opportunities for every schedule including over lunch hours. Help us make a difference in our community. Giving back is not just good for you – it makes a difference for others! This luncheon will tell you everything you need to know about how you can get involved with Meals on Wheels.