Good morning, Kent.

Garrettsville SummerFest marks its 20th anniversary and will upgrade its aging electrical system when donations meet the $20,000 goal.

The festival plans to boost capacity and safety to support growing attendance at the event grounds.

Kent State University was honored with NASPA Gold Excellence Awards, earning the Grand Gold for its CommUNITY Lab and the Grand Silver for its Summer Advantage Program, which reflect the university's strong support for students.

The Aspire GED program offers adult classes with monthly gift card drawings at Maplewood Career Center (classes at 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.), Opportunity Resource Center (9:30 to 11:30 a.m.), and Kent Free Library (Monday and Wednesday classes at 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.).

Streetsboro alum Naomi Benson entered the NCAA transfer portal after her freshman season at the University of Illinois.

She played 21 games and has three years of eligibility left after earning Ohio Division IV Player of the Year honors in high school.

The Garfield G-Men baseball team will play Mineral Ridge today at 11 a.m. on the road as senior upperclassmen take on significant varsity roles for the first time under coach Michael Paes.

Starter Garet Warnick will lead the pitching rotation, succeeding last season’s ace.

Easter Plant Bingo Night

7 PM – 9 PM — Acorn & Evergreen Floral Studio — BYOB welcome — Celebrate Easter with plants, prizes, and springtime fun in a lively greenhouse atmosphere.

Brain Break: Run Away From Your Stress 5k

10 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Kent State University Cunningham Hall — Registration fee required — Participate in a fun run to support mental health awareness and enjoy scenic routes on campus.

Doug Tallamy Presents: 'How Can I Help?' Saving Nature with Your Yard

9 a.m. - 12 p.m. — SEED Campus - Davey Tree Expert Company — Free entry — Learn how your yard can make a big difference in preserving nature with Doug Tallamy's insights.

Bell Tower Brewing Saison Fest

12-4 p.m. — Bell Tower Brewing Co. — Ticket required — Celebrate the art of Saison brewing with tastings from over 20 local breweries.

Rooted and Rising: A Collective Affirmation Gathering

7-9 p.m. — The Healing Brew, LLC — $20 — Ground yourself with guided meditation and affirmations in a heart-centered community gathering.

American Roots Festival

3-9 p.m. — Ray’s Place — Free entry — Celebrate Americana, Bluegrass & Country music with a range of performances at this annual festival.

Paint a Pot: Mother's Day Gift Workshop

11 AM – 1 PM — Acorn & Evergreen Floral Studio — $20 per person — Create a handmade pot and plant gift for Mom in this kid-friendly workshop.

Race into Finals 5K and 1-Mile Run/Walk

8:30-11:00 a.m. — Henderson Hall — Funds raised benefit the College of Nursing — Lace up and enjoy a community race to celebrate the end of finals.