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Looking for something to do this weekend in Canton: It's all here!

 

At 6:30 A.M. The Avon Walk for Breast Cancer begins at the University of Massachhusetts in Boston. The walk will go to Reebok World Headquarters in Canton and then turn around and go back again. Reebok International is proud to be a national sponsor of the Avon Walk for Breast Cancer and celebrates its seventh year as sponsor for this two-day event.

If you aren't able to participate in the two day walk then why not join the Blue Hills Adult Walking Club at 1:00 P.M. for a 4-mile loop around Ponkapoag Pond on the green dot trail. Meet at the Ponkapoag Golf Course parking lot at 2173 Washington Street in Canton.

From 1:00 - 2:00 P.M. Canton Police Officer Kenny Drinan will be at the Canton Public Library Children's Room with his dog "Jake" to read to the children.

Or how about a matinee performance? At 2:00 P.M. Canton High School Drama presents "You're a Good Man Charlie Brown" in the high school auditorium.

And in the evening at the Canton Public Library, Jazz Echo, a Boston area quintet that plays original compositions along with jazz standards will be performing at the "Open Book Coffee House" at 7:30 P.M. Tickets are $12.00 or $6.00 for students. Visit http://town.canton.ma.us/library/coffeehouse for more info.

On Sunday the Massasoit Community College 4th Annual Arts Festival from 10:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. Rain or shine! A juried art show, select fine art crafters and artisans, live radion braodcast, antique and classic car cruise in, exciting raffles and childrens activities.

From 1:00 - 3:00 P.M. you could "Green Up the Blue Hills" with Friends of the Blue Hills and the Appalachian Mountain Club to help keep the forests healthy for people, plants and animals. Meet at Temple Beth David at 1060 Randolph Street in Canton. For more info, visit: www.FriendsoftheBlueHills.org

And how about ending the weekend with a "Spa for the Body and Soul," an evening of relaxation, laughter and inspiration featuring comedienne Marion Fine presented by the Canton Chai Center. 4:30 P.M. spa amenities, 6:30 P.M. dinner and entertainment at the Four Points Sheraton, 1125 Boston/Providence Turnpike, Norwood. $36.00 per person. For more information visit: Canton Chai Center.

Related Topics: Appalachian Mountain Club, Blue Hills Adult Walking Club, Canton Chai Center, Canton Public Library event, Friends of the Blue Hills, Reebok, avon walk for breast cancer, massasoit community college, ponkapoag golf course, and temple beth david

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Amy Nachbar

5:40 pm on Thursday, May 17, 2012

Hi All,
I left one event out, the Canton Garden Club plant sale will be taking place at the library mid-day! Have a fabulous weekend. So much to do! :-) Amy

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