Barbara Feld shares some stories from her time at the helm of Tuesday Musical Association at a recent That One Time Downtown storytelling event. One is about a generous gift the nonprofit received; and the other is about something special left to her by famed musician Yo-Yo Ma. The series is hosted by Downtown Akron Partnership. Find “That One Time Downtown” on Facebook for the … [Read more...]
Greg Pennypacker – That One Time Downtown storytelling event (Video)
At a recent That One Time Downtown storytelling event, Greg Pennypacker tells his story of his journey to Europe where he met some unusual characters and his experience running with the bulls. The series is hosted by Downtown Akron Partnership. Find "That One Time Downtown" on Facebook for the next installment. … [Read more...]
The Big Fight – ‘That One Time Downtown’ storytelling event (Video)
Sisters Dina and Nari Younis recall a childhood fight, at a recent “That One Time Downtown” storytelling event, which took place at DBA Restaurant on Furnace Street. The fight led to a broken finger, and things started to get worse from there. "That One Time Downtown" is a recurring series that will be at Jilly's Music Room March 24. Get more info here: … [Read more...]
Kyle and Kelly Phelps: Working Class Artists (Video)
“A working mans hands are the hands of an artist.” – Kelly & Kyle Phelps Raised in a working class family, Kelly and Kyle Phelps understand the value of working hard every single day. The twin sculptors from Toledo, who look at themselves as “one person in two bodies,” have taken a monumental turn in the art realm by displaying incredible pieces that depict the … [Read more...]
Holiday-themed local libation recipes taught in Craft Cocktails class (Video)
Mulled red wine, maple syrup, unfiltered apple cider and locally sourced ingredients were among the holiday-themed concoctions shared with Akronites at the Countryside Conservancy’s recent Craft Cocktails class, led by Lorilei Bailey, a well-known and award-winning local bartender. Returning after a successful run of craft cocktail sessions earlier this year at the … [Read more...]
Palestinian cuisine kicks off ‘Culturally Conscious’ cooking series (Video and Article)
Palestinian Chef Hanya Salem recently showed some Akron residents how to make hummus, along with sharing other delectable dishes as part of the International Institute of Akron’s Culturally Conscious Cuisine series. Salem led the first installment of this monthly meal for culturally curious Akronites, and she described her background in Palestinian culture and talked about … [Read more...]
‘My Guitar’ – Chris Butler – That One Time Downtown Storytelling event
Musician, Chris Butler tells the story of the trials of maintaining his prized guitar and keeping it in his possession at That One Time Downtown storytelling event, which took place at Uncorked Wine Bar in downtown Akron, and was the third installment of this storytelling series. For info about the storytelling series, visit the event’s Facebook page. … [Read more...]
Michael McFarland: Building happiness in a destructive world (Review)
Northeast Ohio rocker releases 'We Are the Architects' Cleveland writer, rocker, biker and geek Michael McFarland is pouring his soul into a new EP titled, “We Are the Architects.” The cover displays a child using his structural imagination to build what he believes a skyscraper would look like. Those of us who are Northeast Ohio natives will recognize this building as … [Read more...]
‘Becoming an Artist’ – Francisca Ugalde – That One Time Downtown Storytelling event
Francisca Ugalde says she’s finally given herself permission to be called an artist. Ugalde spoke about “Becoming an Artist” at That One Time Downtown storytelling event, which took place at Uncorked Wine Bar in downtown Akron, and was the third installment of this storytelling series. For info about the storytelling series, visit the event’s Facebook page. … [Read more...]
‘Three Little Pookie Brothers’ — Officer Michael Gould – That One Time Downtown Storytelling event
Akron Police Officer Michael Gould shared a story based on his experience in the local schools at the recent That One Time Downtown storytelling event, which took place at Uncorked Wine Bar in downtown Akron, and was the third installment of this storytelling series. His story, "Three Little Pookie Brothers," is based on the popular "Three Little Pigs" story. For info about … [Read more...]
