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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, […] |
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METRO is excited to host a community fair in celebration of being named the Outstanding Public Transportation System by the American Public Transportation Association. Join the celebration on Tuesday, October 28th from 10:00 am - 3:00 pm at the Robert K. Pfaff Transit Center. METRO Direct & METRO ADA will be FREE Tuesday, October 28th!
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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 […] |
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Join us for the next installment of the Discovering Our History Forum Series as we celebrate Akron’s Bicentennial and honor the stories that shaped our city. This engaging conversation spotlights Akron’s diverse immigrant communities and their invaluable contributions to our cultural fabric. Betty Lin-Fisher of USA Today will moderate a dynamic panel featuring Lida Ahmadi, May Chen, Dave DiDomenico, Samantha Mutebi, and […] |
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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 […] |
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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 & […]
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Asian Services in Action's Pearl Anniversary will be celebrated this Fall on Saturday, November 1st, 2025 to honor the legacy of serving, supporting, and advocating for not only Asian American and Pacific Islanders (AAPIs) but also refugees and immigrants as they integrate into our Northeast Ohio communities. Their mission continues as they navigate the changing landscapes […] |
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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 […] |
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Join us on Monday, November 3rd at 6 pm for the next installment of the Discovering Our History Forum Series: The History of The Soap Box Derby. Come to enjoy a night full of historic Soap Box Derby stories and the vision of the future for the International Soap Box Derby! The panel includes: Jasen Sokol, Moderator & Official Voice […] |
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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 […] |
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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, Akron, OH 44320. Building on last year’s success, this year’s fair continues the mission to connect Summit County students and families with critical financial aid […]
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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 attendees will meet at the John Brown House and the tour will begin at 1 pm. For this excursion, our Bicentennial sponsor, METRO RTA, will provide transportation on […] |
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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. […] |
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Welcome To SWAG's First Culinary Fundraiser. Join us for a fun and delicious event at the Akron Urban League! Indulge in a variety of small plates while competing in the SWAG challenge. Show off your culinary skills and creativity as you whip up tasty dishes. This in-person event is a great opportunity to mingle with […] |
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Join the Akron Art Museum 11/12/2025 from 9:00am-2:00pm. We will be breaking down barriers and enlisting members to a movement that seeks to explore innovative approaches to living with age and equity! Lunch included, program is FREE registration required. Click HERE to register now! |
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Join us for our last “Discovering Our History” forum series as we celebrate Akron’s Bicentennial. This forum will take place at Temple Israel Akron and feature a discussion of Akron's Jewish History moderated by Mike Butlien, chair of Temple’s 160th Anniversary History Committee. Panelists will include: Lois Reaven, a continuous Temple Member for over 90 […]
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Hardy Brown II will bring a portion of his 15,000 primary documents to Akron relating to this year's John Brown Institute Fall Lecture theme, Truth Carried Forward: Saving History, Securing the Future! Dr. Hasan Kwame Jeffries, history professor from The Ohio State University, will be the moderator. Doors will open at 5:30 p.m. for refreshments and fellowship […] |
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Join us for an unforgettable evening of celebration, inspiration and community as we kick off The Soul of Philanthropy Akron with the inaugural The Soul of Philanthropy Akron Awards on Friday, Nov. 14, 2025, at House Three Thirty. This elegant evening will honor eight local Black philanthropists whose generosity, leadership and love for community embody the spirit of giving. As […] |
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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 […] |
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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 explore the impacts of various urban renewal projects including Grant-Washington, University of Akron, Spicertown, Cascade […] |
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Join us on Wednesday, November 19th for the opening reception of the new exhibit: "Our Contribution to the City": Black Life in Akron in the 1930s & '40s, as Seen Through the Lens of Horace & Evelyn Stewart. This exhibit is housed at the Dr. Shirla R. McClain Gallery of Akron's Black History & Culture […] |
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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 […]
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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 […] |
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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 […] |
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