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 Or an activity of your choice Each activity should total 15 minutes or more. Challenge yourself and stay active all year! Register here. Registration will […]
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 that depict many of the people he encountered. Diagnosed with schizophrenia, McMoore turned to art as a daily practice of expression and connection. He drew […]
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 […]
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 use devices and apps with confidence. Stay healthy and safe with tools that support your well-being and protect you from online scams. Stay connected with family, friends, […]
Join us for the next installment of the Forgotten History Forum Series presented by FirstEnergy Foundation, and in partnership with our exclusive media partner, PBS Western Reserve. This forum will be held at the Dr. Shirla R. McClain Gallery of Akron's Black History and Culture, where we will discuss Dr. McClain's research and legacy. Click […]
Join us for a new series, “Discovering Our History”, as we celebrate Akron’s Bicentennial. This forum will feature the history of Akron’s Immigrant Communities, with a moderated panel discussion. Free admission, click HERE to register!
It’s Halloween, and something scary’s lurking in the dark! This thrilling night out will feature a spooky dance floor perfect for dancing the night away. 🎧 DJ Rybar spinning Halloween dance classics 🕺 Dance lessons from instructor Jen Garlando + a Thriller flash mob 👻 Costume contest 🍬 Trick-or-treating in the galleries 🎨 Art-making activities […]
The 2025 Smells Like Snow Coffee Festival presented by Downtown Akron Partnership returns on Saturday, November 1 from noon - 7:30 pm. We have lots of cool new stuff to celebrate in 2025: New Location: Lock 3 (just a couple blocks from the old location) in a beautiful newly-renovated venue with actual amenities like indoor restrooms & […]
Bring your friends and family to this free Akron Stories Screening at the Linda Theatre on November 2, 2025 from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM. A curated selection of mini-documentary films from the Akron Stories project will be featured, sharing captivating tales from and about the people who made Akron the "Rubber Capital of the […]
Join us for a new series, “Discovering Our History”, as we celebrate Akron’s Bicentennial. This forum will feature the history of the International Soap Box Derby! Admission is free, sign up HERE today!
Lieberth Community Vision Award Breakfast Honoring Robert DeJournett (Signature Class 21) Thursday, November 6, 2025, 7:00-9:00am John S. Knight Center This isn’t your typical awards breakfast. Join Leadership Akron for an unforgettable morning as we pay tribute to an extraordinary leader whose vision, collaborative spirit, and unwavering commitment have left an indelible mark on Greater […]
C.O.R.E. is excited to announce the 2025 Youth Scholarship Fair will be held on Saturday, November 8, 2025, from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM at the Elder Johnson Family Life Center, 1650 Diagonal Rd, […]
On November 8th, join us for the last Akron History Hike of the Bicentennial year exploring the Outskirts of Akron. Summit County Historical Society President and CEO Leianne Neff Heppner will facilitate this guided tour. Registered […]
Join Summit Metro Parks for a book signing with editors and authors of “Akron at 200: A Bicentennial History.” A limited number of books will be available for purchase from Maple Leaf Gifts; visitors who already own a copy of the book are welcome to bring it to be signed. Light refreshments will be provided. […]
Join us for a new series, “Discovering Our History”, as we celebrate Akron’s Bicentennial. This forum will feature Akron's Jewish History. Admission is free, sign up HERE today!
This performance of Messiah: Part 1 and the triumphant Hallelujah chorus will transport audiences with its grandeur and spirit. The program begins with William Boyce’s Ode to the New Year 1758, a lively and celebratory work, followed by composer and lost local legend Julia Perry’s Ye Who Seek the Truth. Hadyn’s charming and impressive Trumpet Concerto closes the first half. Finally, the […]
Join us for the next installment of the Forgotten History Forum Series presented by FirstEnergy Foundation, and in partnership with our exclusive media partner, PBS Western Reserve. This forum topic is "Beyond the Innerbelt: Urban Renewal in Akron" and will be moderated by Mark Greer, Executive Director of Akron 200. Free admission, to register click […]
A special 4-part series that celebrates the future of Akron during the City's Bicentennial celebration in 2025. Part 4 features Lighter Than Air, with speaker Brett Crozier, CEO of LTA Research. For more information and to reserve your seat, CLICK HERE.
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 330.666.4888. This book includes the earliest days of the city's history to present and is […]
Bring your friends and family to this free Akron Stories Screening at the Main Branch Library in Downtown Akron on November 23, 2025 from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM. A curated selection of mini-documentary films from the Akron Stories project will be featured, sharing captivating tales from and about the people who made Akron the […]