Good morning, Kent.

For 49 years, Valley Save-A-Pet has provided low cost spay/neuter services to help manage pet populations and is now accepting applications for its 2025 VSAP Have-A-Heart program — phone lines are open from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays and the first Saturday of each month at 440232PETS2287.

Every building in the James A.

Garfield Local School District received the Purple Star designation from the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce to honor its support for military-connected students and families—district officials held a student cookout on April 23 and a family celebration during baseball and softball games on April 24 in honor of Military Family Appreciation Month.

The Ohio BMV will extend its hours until 3 p.m. on Saturday, April 26 and Saturday, May 3 to help drivers get REAL IDs before the May 7 TSA enforcement—more than half of Ohio licenses are already compliant.

A Minority Health Conversation will focus on nutrition, health, and heart disease tomorrow from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Kent United Church of Christ (1400 E.

Main St.), featuring Carmen Blakely (associate professor at Kent State University) who will explain key dietary measures for reducing heart risks.

Portage County will host National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day on Saturday to let residents safely dispose of expired and unused prescription medications.

Drop boxes are available at locations including Kent Police Department — where only prescription drugs may be dropped off and free naloxone kits and fentanyl test strips will be offered at select sites.

JustDeeDeeMusic Live at North Water Brewing Company

7 PM - 1 AM — North Water Brewing Company — Free entry — Enjoy acoustic tunes in a great atmosphere with fantastic beer.

Acorn Alley's Earth Day Market

12-6 p.m. — Acorn Alley — Free entry — Celebrate Earth Day with a lively market featuring handmade goods and eco-friendly crafts.

Noah Reid Live Concert

7:30-11:30 p.m. — The Kent Stage — Tickets from $41 — Enjoy an evening of live music with Noah Reid in an intimate setting.

What's Popping Conference 2025

2 PM - 12 PM — Kent State University Hotel & Conference Center — General Admission required — Explore the world of cake pops with workshops, competitions, and vendor interactions.

City of Invention Concert

6-9 p.m. — Water Street Tavern — Free entry — Enjoy the soulful harmonies of this Kent-based independent band blending woodsy rock and heartfelt lyrics.

Dark Side of the Moon Tribute

7:30-11:30 p.m. — The Kent Stage — $22.50 to $27.50 — Experience the enchanting sounds of Pink Floyd as they come to life through a thrilling tribute performance.

Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support Group

2:30 p.m. — Kent Free Library — Free entry — A safe space for caregivers to share experiences and receive support.