The 44th annual Northeast Ohio Photography Show at the Canton Jewish Community Center will run from Feb. 5 through Feb. 25. The Jewish Center, at 2631 Harvard Ave. NW, is open 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday.
A special preview for entrants, sponsors, patrons and donors will take place at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 4.
The show, sponsored by the late Dr. Samuel S. and Celia G. Reinglass, will run through Feb. 25.

Business meeting

Business Network International, Hall of Fame Chapter
7:30-9 a.m. every Tuesday
The Chapel, 715 Whittier Ave. NW, North Canton
Contact: Michelle at (330) 253-1500

Business meeting

International Referral Network, Belden Village chapter
8 a.m. Tuesdays
Glenmoor Country Club, 4191 Glenmoor Rd. NW, Jackson Township
Contact: Mike Warren at (330) 838-2500 or visit www.irnlink.com.

Cholesterol and glucose screenings are conducted from 8:30 to 11 a.m. the third Tuesday of every month by Affinity Medical Center's Wellness Watch volunteer nurses in Affinity's Eighth Street Lobby, at 875 Eighth St. NE in Massillon.
Lipid profiles are available for $15. The lipid profile includes testing of triglycerides, total cholesterol, HDL and LDL cholesterol and glucose, and requires 12-hour fasting.
To schedule an appointment for a health screening, call Affinity’s Occupational Health Center at (330) 830-3258.

The Mount Union College Continued Learning Program for adults will take place at 10 a.m. every Tuesday in February in the Hoover-Price Campus Center in Alliance. The program features a different speaker each week.
Attendees are welcome to stay for lunch in the Kresge Dining Commons, at a cost of $6.25, or the B&B Cafe, a la carte, after the sessions.
For more information, contact Cathy Ossler at (330) 823-2092 or osslercj@muc.edu.

Burlington Coat Factory at 4790 Everhard Rd. NW is collecting monetary donations to support the American Red Cross Haiti Relief and Development Fund.
Donations will be accepted through Feb. 17. All Burlington Coat Factory locations will accept donations to the fund.
Assistance provided by the American Red Cross may include sending relief supplies, mobilizing relief workers and providing financial resources.

Through the Help Haiti campaign, Westfield Belden Village mall is serving as a donation collection site for Convoy of Hope Charities. Donations can be made at the Concierge Center in the north wing. Proceeds are transferred directly to those in need.
Convoy of Hope is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that already has an emergency command center operating just outside of the Haitian capital of Port-au-Prince and is distributing water and supplies to victims of the earthquake.

February 9 - 27
A collaboration of the Art Department and Black History Month Committee
Main Hall Gallery, Free
Mon. – Fri. 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Sat. 10 a.m. - noon

Beth Canfield-Simbro, Ph.D., assistant professor of human performance and sport business, will focus on adolescent risk behaviors when she presents “What Are Those Crazy Kids Up To?” at the LINC, the college-community luncheon series featuring Mount Union professors and community members discussing current topics, at noon Feb. 16.
LINC (lunch, information, networking and conversation) sessions are open to the public at a cost of $10. The event will be in the East Room of the Hoover-Price Campus Center.

26th Annual Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper to be hosted by the men of St. Timothy's Episcopal Church, Massillon. All you can eat pancakes, sausage, applesauce and beverage. Tickets available through the office-330-833-3183 or at the door. $5 Adults $3 Children under 12.Profits to support local outreach . The church is located at 226 Third St. SE Massillon.

The men of St. Timothy's Episcopal Church will have their 26th annual Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Tuesday at the church, 226 Third St. SE, Massillon. The all you can eat dinner benefits local outreach projects.
Cost is $5 for adults and $3 for children under 12. For information call the church at (330) 833-3183 or online at www.sttimsmassilon.org

Honor President's Day with Stark Parks by learning about the 26th President of the United States, Theodore Roosevelt. Teddy grew from being an invalid child into a naturalist, explorer, author, avid reader, and historian. This program uses live animals and their life histories to make a unique connection with both children and adults. Reservations required at 330-409-8096 or www.StarkParks.com

The Massillon Parks and Recreation Department and Jump Start Sports have combined forces to offer a Speed Training and Conditioning Program at Paul L. David Athletic Training Center. Classes will be Tuesday and Thursday evenings. This program will work on speed training, agility and conditioning to help athletes ages 8-14 take their game to the next level. Participants will work with successful college athletes in a small group setting. You can register in person at the Massillon Recreation Center or online at www.jumpstartsports.com.
Session Dates:

A Diabetes Support Group, presented by diabetes nurse educators and dietitians, will take place the third Tuesday of each month from 6 to 7 p.m. in the Affinity Medical Center Board Room (off the Eighth Street entrance) at 875 Eighth St. NE in Massillon.
The group provides individuals with diabetes emotional support and continuing education on important health and lifestyle issues.
Topics and guest speakers will vary.
Family and friends are welcome to attend. The support group is free and registration is not necessary.

ALLIANCE City Schools Board of Education, public works, 6 p.m.; regular meeting, 7 p.m., 200 Glamorgan St.

Meetings are held the third Tuesday of the month.

40 Days for Life Canton will host its kickoff at 6 p.m. Feb. 16 at Bethel Temple Assembly of God at 711 25th St. NW in Canton.
The event includes guest speakers, a worship service and a candlelight vigil walk to Planned Parenthood of Stark County at 2663 Cleveland Ave. NW.
The campaign itself will be conducted from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Feb. 17 to March 28.
For information or to register, visit www.40daysforlife.com or call (330) 754-4032.

Diabetes Meal Planning will be presented by dietitian Marilyn Perdue, R.D., certified diabetes educator, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Feb. 16 at Aultman West.
Learn tips for safely planning small meals to control weight and blood sugar levels.
All programs are free and open to the public.
Aultman West is at 2021 Wales Rd. NE in Massillon.
Seating is limited and reservations are required. For more information or to make reservations, call (330) 363-TALK (8255) or sign up online at www.aultman.org.

This seminar on Understanding and Encouraging Learning--Mind, Body, Spirit will be held weelkly on Tuesday evenings at John Knox Presbyterian Chuch at 5155 Eastlake Street North Canton (across from Stark State College). Sessions are from 6:30 to 8:30pm. February 2, 9, and 16 will focus on 6-11 year olds. Cost is free and babysitting is available with prior regustration. Spreakers are Dr. June Patton, Nursing PHD and Professor; Rev. Bill Quigley, Malone College instructor and clergy; and Dr. Beth Clark Thonas, Malone Elementary Ed

Good Mourning Grief Support Series for Children

February 16 - March 23, 2010 (Tuesdays)
6:30 - 9:00 pm

Considine Professional Building
215 W. Bowery Street
Akron, OH 44308

The Akron-Summit County Public Library is presenting “An Introduction to Intellectual Property” at 7 p.m. Feb. 16 at the Main Library, at 60 S. High St. in Akron.
Just like other types of property, intellectual property needs to be protected from unauthorized use. This program is an introduction to the four ways to protect intellectual property - patents, trademarks, copyrights and trade secrets.
The library is celebrating its 15th year as a Patent & Trademark Depository Library in partnership with the United States Patent and Trademark Office.

CANAL FULTON City Council, 7 p.m., City Hall, 155 Market St. NE.

Meetings are held on the first and third Tuesdays of the month.

HARTVILLE Village Council, 7 p.m., Village Hall, 202 W. Maple St.

Council meets on the first and third Tuesdays of the month.

BETHLEHEM TOWNSHIP trustees, 7:30 p.m., 8600 Blough Ave. SW.

Meetings are held on the first and third Tuesday.

The Malone University Kawfee Haus concert series continues with Darkroom on Tuesday, February 16 at 9 p.m. in the Stewart Room of the Randall Campus Center, located on the Canton campus. Also appearing will be A Minor Bird. General admission is $5 at the door; no charge for Malone University students.

For more information, go to www.myspace.com/darkroommusic
And www.myspace.com/aminorbird.