The Akron Police Department continued its community outreach efforts with a recent ice cream social at North Hill’s Suddieth Park (which also received a new playground this past summer thanks to a United Way of Summit County and KaBOOM! effort). Thanks to these officers for reinforcing these positive connections. … [Read more...]
South Street summer bike shop offers hands-on experience for area children
The children involved in South Street Ministries’ summer bike shop are taught to fix their own bikes and are required to work a few shifts before they can take their bicycles home, which helps teach the South Akron and Summit Lake neighborhood children what it means to give back. The program has grown considerably over 10 years, to the point where South Street has hired … [Read more...]
Akron Police cools off residents with free ice cream, community outreach
This is true community policing. On July 23, Akron Police Department Sgt. Mike Miller, along with several other officers, handed out ice cream and other cold treats, along with snacks and water, to the residents of the Rosemary Square Public Housing to help bridge the gap between residents and local officers. There was also some time for discussion with the local children to … [Read more...]
Art and wine event brings creativity to North Hill salon (Video)
On a recent afternoon, Toni Weems hosted an Art and Wine party at her Hair Nuvo Salon & Spa in North Hill, which featured canvas settings, paint and an array of wines. Weems and her friends painted pictures of the sunset and palm trees while sipping on wine. Art and wine parties have become popular events. Many have been hosted for private affairs, birthday parties and … [Read more...]
Local father pens book with twins to make healthy eating more palatable (Video)
Most parents tend to worry about what their children eat, and these same children can be picky eaters, preferring only foods that are easy on the palate. It takes patience and a strategy to get your kid to eat a wide range of nutritious foods; especially vegetables. Donald Henderson wanted to make sure his twin daughters ate healthy but would enjoy it at the same time. The … [Read more...]
New Urbanism discussed in Downtown Akron (Video)
Downtown Akron Partnership recently welcomed Lynn Richards, president and CEO of the Congress for the New Urbanism, in Washington D.C., who discussed how well designed neighborhoods, public places and commercial corridors impact quality of life for residents. Richards' focus is on supporting livable communities and walkable, mixed-use neighborhood development. For more info, … [Read more...]
Teen bands rock Main Library stage (Video)
Teens Rock Akron 2015 brought a number of young talented musicians from the Akron area to the auditorium stage at the Akron-Summit County Library. Acts included The Scenic Route, Walking In Circles, Christian B. Greathouse, Typical Citizen, The Milkmen, The Highland Players and Free World, with a rich array of styles including classic rock, alternative rock, reggae and … [Read more...]
Residents spend day of cleanup for Keep Akron Beautiful event
Keep Akron Beautiful recently partnered with Keep America Beautiful’s Great American Cleanup to help clean up Akron's neighborhoods. More than 3,000 volunteers helped clean up 112 public sites, collecting more than 13 tons of litter and more than 1,100 pounds of recyclables. A diverse group of individuals and organizations dedicated over 15,430 hours to join the fight … [Read more...]
Library marketing director speaks at RENEW Akron event (VIDEO)
On the second Thursday of each month, RENEW hosts a luncheon at Tangiers restaurant to bring together professionals from the Akron area to network and gain insight from guest speakers who deliver valuable information from a Christian point of view. RENEW is a nonprofit organization that was founded by real estate professionals from the Akron area, whose mission is to become … [Read more...]
UA students Rethink Race as part of two-week event (Video)
Back in February of 1997, President Bill Clinton chose the University of Akron E J Thomas Hall to host his first town hall meeting regarding the issues of race. “I challenge all Americans to join me for at least a year in addressing the enormous challenge of making one America out of all of our racial, ethnic diversity in this country," said Clinton. Today, the University of … [Read more...]
