Good morning, Kent.

Portage County groups are hosting minority health events; Dr. Curtis Kwodwo Williams will discuss health disparities at Skeels-Matthews Center in Ravenna on April 11 & Dr. Carmen Blakely will talk about gut eating at Kent United Church on April 25, both from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

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.