Pro Football Hall of Fame Enshrinement Festival
Friday, July 31, to Sunday, Aug. 9 Since 1963, the Pro Football Hall of Fame and Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce have joined together to host the annual Pro Football Hall of Fame Enshrinement Festival. For the organizations’ 46th anniversaries during this year’s activities, nearly 700,000 people are expected to attend 15 unique and diverse events over a 10-day period. For complete event and ticket information, visit www.profootballhofef.com.

First Friday Celebration — The Joseph Saxton Gallery of Photography  
Friday, Aug. 7, 5:30 p.m. 520 Cleveland Ave. NW, Canton. Enjoy the Arts District's monthly celebration as stores open their doors late into the evening. Enjoy the gallery’s collection with a chilled glass of chardonnay and some fine cheeses while listening to the musical stylings of Char Wilton. The gallery features landmark works by more than 50 masterful photographers, beginning with 19th century daguerreotypes and salt prints all the way up to recent color works. For more information, call 330-438-0030 or visit JSaxtonGallery.com.

President and CEO Trina Cutter and Sid the Science Kid in the Pro Football Hall of Fame Timken Grand Parade! — Western Reserve PBS
Saturday, Aug. 8, at 8 a.m. PBS superstar Sid the Science Kid escorts Trina Cutter in this nationally televised event that showcases the current class of enshrinees, returning Hall of Famers, giant helium balloons, marching bands and much more. The 2.2-mile route begins in downtown Canton at 8 a.m. For more information, or to reserve chair or bleacher seats, call 330-458-2048.

Cuyahoga County Fair — Celebrating American Television
Aug. 10-16 164 Eastland Road, Berea. Western Reserve Public Media will participate in the Celebrating American Television exhibit, which will educate and inform fairgoers about the past, present and future of TV in northeast Ohio and across the nation. For more information, visit www.cuyfair.com.

Photo Shows — Stark County District Library
Tuesday, Aug. 11, to Thursday, Aug. 27 The library is having photo contests for photographers of all ages at several library locations. See the entries in the contests at the Jackson Township, Lake Community, Main Library, Perry Sippo, Plain Community, Madge Youtz or North Branch libraries. Check the library Web site or Stark Scene for exact dates and times. For more information, call 330-452-0665 or visit www.StarkLibrary.org.

Seeing Cataracts Clearly — Dr. Michael Wood, D.O., Ophthalmologist
Wednesday, Aug. 12, at 1 p.m. Affinity Medical Center, Conf. Room 1, 875 Eighth St. NE, Massillon. Join Dr. Wood to learn common symptoms, risk factors and diagnostic tests for cataracts, in addition to current medications and treatment options. Refreshments will be served and reservations are requested. Seating is limited; call 330-837-6887.

William Wegman: Fay — Akron Art Museum
Through Aug. 14 Akron Art Museum, 1 S. High St., Akron. Enjoy a wonderfully witty and moving exhibition about the artistic collaboration between William Wegman and his celebrated Weimaraner, Fay. Included in the exhibition are videos, black-and-white photographs and Polaroid and chromogenic (color) prints. For more information, call 330-376-9185 or visit www.akronartmuseum.org.

Canfield Fair — Western Reserve Public Media
Wednesday, Sept. 2, to Monday, Sept. 7 7265 Columbiana-Canfield Road. Look for Western Reserve Public Media near the education building. For more information about the fair, visit www.canfieldfair.com.

Barkitecture — Stan Hywet Hall and Gardens
Through Oct. 31 714 N. Portage Path, Akron. Enjoy this special exhibit of 20 one-of-a-kind, whimsical doghouses designed by local artists and architects. Join a new membership club for dogs called Joe’s Club and enjoy Woof Walks on most Sundays during the Barkitecture season. For more information, call 330-836-5533 or visit www.stanhywet.org.