Coming home for the summer means that I get to enjoy all of the places around town I've always loved as a kid. My mom was always home during the summers so my sister and I were very lucky to get to get to go do things as opposed to just staying at home every day. I might not find where I'm from to be the most fun of towns, but I've really come to appreciate it and all it has to offer. After all, some people pretty much bleed Canton blood.

Heres xx fun things to do and places to go in Canton that I think can make one hell of a summer...even for the most bored of teenagers. (You've been warned. A lot of these places have to do with food because well, my family loves food.)

1. Woody's Rootbeer Stand

After a nice, long walk in the park, my mom would drive my sister and me to this little stand. We absolutely loved it. If you appreciate a good root beer float, I can't think of a better place for you to go on a hot summer's day.

2. Canton First Fridays

Nothing is better than spending some time downtown on a nice summer night. If you love and appreciate the art culture you'll absolutely love it. There's plenty to see and plenty to do whether it be walking around art exhibits or stopping at a great place to eat.

3. Taggart's Ice Cream Parlor

I don't think I can ever explain the love I have for this place. My family has made stops at this place for years. For as long as I can remember I've been sitting in a booth there eating a Bittner. Coming from a family who loves ice cream more than anything in this entire world take it seriously when I say that it's the best ice cream I've ever had.

4. Muggswigz Coffee & Tea

Everybody likes either coffee or tea, and if you don't you have to love a nice, cozy place to hang out with your friends. They have open mic nights for aspiring singers and comedians, along with a plethora of board games for you and your friends to enjoy.

5. Cultured Coffee & Waffles

You don't have to just like breakfast food to like this place. It's the cutest little shop with everything from regular waffles, dessert waffles, and even waffle burgers. I definitely recommend going for when you're in the mood for something a little different.

6. The Players Guild Theatre

I've been going to plays and musicals here for as long as I can remember. My family used to make a big deal out of getting all dressed up and going out to eat before watching a performance. I can honestly say some of the best performances I have ever seen have been at The Players Guild Theatre.

7. The William McKinley Monument

While I guarantee it wasn't created with the intention to be a free workout area for locals, it's become just that. So, if you and a friend ever want to get a break from the gym and get outside to work out. Trust me, running up all 108 of those steps makes you break a sweat and die a little inside. Plus, if you had a really good workout and want a reward Taggart's is just a few blocks away.