East Sparta was founded by Amos Janney, a Quaker, in 1814, although the village was known simply as Sparta at the time, named for the city that rivaled Athens in ancient Greece. East Sparta is a small village along Nimishillen Creek, in Stark County, Ohio.
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The KOA-affiliated recreational vehicle camp is located in East Sparta, south of Canton, Ohio. Its RV and tent sites, rental cabins, and facilities are featured, along with a facility map, reservation data, and contacts. Several photographs are included.
http://www.bearcreek.us/
Associated with the Boy Scouts of America youth organization, Troop 38 is based in East Sparta, Ohio. Its history, sponsors, summer camp programs, and photographs are featured. A calendar of meetings and other events is published, its troop leaders are introduced, and an overview of Cub Scout Pack 38 is included.
http://www.troop38bsa.org/
East Sparta Community Bulletin Board
East Sparta, Ohio news, community events, and classified advertising are featured, along with weather and other information.
http://www.east-sparta.com/
Operated by Stephen McKinney, the photographic studio is located in East Sparta, Ohio. Online proofs are displayed through the site and made available for purchase online, and information about its services and contacts are presented.
http://www.mckinneyphoto.net/
Located in Stark County, Ohio, the village council is introduced on the official municipal site, along with an overview of the community, official meeting minutes, a calendar of events, and links to local web sites and resources.
http://www.villageofeastsparta.com/
