A Concert for Akron, by Akron: The Akron Bicentennial Concert

  • Akron Marathon Wellness Challenge

    Downtown Akron Akron, OH, United States

    Celebrate Akron’s Bicentennial! It's free to participate! Set a personal goal: Complete 200 wellness activities from January 7 – December 6 Choose your activity: Biking Hiking PT/OT Swimming Strength Training […]

  • Alfred McMoore: All This Luck in My Head – Akron Art Museum

    Akron Art Museum 1 South High Street, Akron, OH, United States

    In September, the Akron Art Museum will open the first solo museum exhibition for artist Alfred McMoore. McMoore (1950–2009) lived and worked his entire life in Akron, creating enormous drawings […]

  • Akron Bicentennial Autobiography Project

    Highland Square Branch Library 807 West Market Street, Akron, OH, United States

    As we celebrate the history of our city and the region, this is a great time to document our individual histories. The Akron Bicentennial in cooperation with The University of Akron Institute for Life-Span Development and Gerontology will sponsor an 8 week workshop on guided autobiography beginning in late September on Tuesday afternoons, 1 pm […]

  • Adult Technology Classes

    The House of the Lord 1650 Diagonal Road, Akron, OH, United States

    The CORE invites adults aged 50 and older to join our new class: “Building Your Comfort Level with Technology.” This five-week program will help you: Boost your digital skills so you can […]

  • Downtown Akron Fall Fest

    Downtown Akron Akron, OH, United States

    Join us for the 4th Annual Downtown Akron Fall Fest! This year's kid-friendly Halloween-themed event will be bigger and better than ever, with trick-or-treat stations on Main Street, photo opportunities with beloved fictional characters, kid-friendly spooky train ride, food and beverage options, and live music from Wishgarden. Click HERE for additional details. Free and open […]

  • Akron Symphony – The Firebird

    E.J. Thomas Performing Arts Hall 198 Hill St, Akron, OH, United States

    This one’s for the movie lovers, the fantasy fans, the thrill-seekers. The Akron Symphony has loaded this concert with cinematic drama. Elfman’s Sleepy Hollow sets a spooky tone, Rachmaninoff’s Isle of the Dead is gorgeously gothic, and Eidelman’s The Tempest casts a storm of Shakespearean mystery. Finally, Stravinsky’s Firebird Suite swoops in and sets E.J. Thomas Hall ablaze. It’s mythical, magical, and […]

  • Akron at 200: A Bicentennial Anniversary

    Odom Boulevard Branch Library 600 Vernon Odom Blvd, Akron, OH, United States

    Join Jon Miller, director of The University of Akron Press, for a presentation on the recent publication of "Akron at 200: A Bicentennial History," which includes a rich collection of in-depth essays. Register online, in person, or by phone at 330.434.8726. This book includes the earliest days of the city's history to present and is a […]

  • Discovering Our History Forum Series

    Akron Summit County Public Library Auditorium 60 S High St, Akron, OH, United States

    Join us for a new series, “Discovering Our History”, as we celebrate Akron’s Bicentennial. This forum will feature the history of Akron’s Water Department. Admission is free, sign up HERE now!

  • Beautification Initiative – Neighborhood Cleanup (Middlebury)

    The Well CDC 647 E. Market St, Akron, OH, United States

    Commemorating 200 years of Akron’s history, civic pride, and community spirit, Akron 200 continues its Bicentennial Beautification Initiative, organizing neighborhood cleanups across the city! Residents, friends, community groups, houses of worship, and volunteers are invited to sign up and join us for one or more community cleanups. You don’t have to live in the neighborhood where you volunteer. All are […]

  • Beautification Initiative – Neighborhood Cleanup (University Park)

    Greenleaf Family Center 580 Grant St, Akron, OH, United States

    Commemorating 200 years of Akron’s history, civic pride, and community spirit, Akron 200 continues its Bicentennial Beautification Initiative, organizing neighborhood cleanups across the city! Residents, friends, community groups, houses of worship, and volunteers are invited to sign up and join us for one or more community cleanups. You don’t have to live in the neighborhood where you volunteer. All are […]

  • Beautification Initiative – Neighborhood Cleanup (West Hill)

    I Promise School 400 West Market St, Akron, OH, United States

    Commemorating 200 years of Akron’s history, civic pride, and community spirit, Akron 200 continues its Bicentennial Beautification Initiative, organizing neighborhood cleanups across the city! Residents, friends, community groups, houses of worship, and volunteers are invited to sign up and join us for one or more community cleanups. You don’t have to live in the neighborhood where you volunteer. All are […]

  • Middlebury Fall Fest

    The Vincent House 838 E. Exchange St, Akron, OH, United States

    Middlebury’s annual trick or treat! Candy, games, and family fun. 4 – 6pm| Neighborhood Trick or Treat 7pm | Glo Party & Cookie Decorating at the Vincent House Email mandi@thewellakron.com for more info!