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 […]
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. This book includes the earliest days of the city’s history to present and is a celebration on 200 years of history. Jon will […]
Join us on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, at 7 pm at E.J. Thomas Performing Arts Hall for the Akron Bicentennial musical event of the year! “A Concert For Akron, By Akron“ will feature all Akron performers and/or composers in a culminating celebration of our City’s musical heritage and talent. Featuring Akron’s premier musical ensemble, the Akron Symphony Orchestra under […]
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. Mark Greer, Executive […]
Join The Well CDC on December 11th for Akron Hope's 11th Annual Wrapping Night. Together we’ll wrap over 500 gifts to hand out to local elementary students and families. A night of celebration, community, and Holiday cheer! Email mandi@thewellakron.com for more info!
Celebrate the most wonderful time of the year with a festive evening of music, joy, and community spirit. The Akron Symphony's annual Holiday Pops concert is packed with beloved holiday classics and a few surprises to keep you smiling all night long. Sing along to your favorite tunes, marvel at the dazzling sounds of the full […]
Dress in your favorite, festive holiday-themed costume or running gear and join us for the 13th annual Selfless Elf 5k run/walk benefiting the Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank. Enjoy a morning of fun for the entire family while supporting local hunger relief. 6:30am Registration begins 8:00am Race begins at the Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank, 350 Opportunity Pkwy, Akron OH […]