Lisa Weiser, branch manager of the North Hill Branch of the Akron-Summit County Public Library, offers some thoughts on why she got involved in Better Block Akron's North Hill event, May 15 through 17. How did you get involved in Akron Better Block? I have been involved with the North Hill Community Leaders for over a year now. I was invited to participate by Rodney … [Read more...]
Better Block Profile: Rodney Matthews
Better Block, which takes place May 15 through 17, will transform a block of North Hill with temporary bicycle lanes, popup businesses, landscaping and entertainment. The event will capture the essence of North Hill, especially pivotal neighborhood organizations like Urban Vision, which offers afterschool services, mentoring and fellowship for hundreds of young … [Read more...]
Better Block Profile: Rev. Carl Wallace
Better Block Akron’s inaugural neighborhood event will take place May 15 through 17. The “Temple Square” block in North Hill (the intersection of Cuyahoga Falls Avenue and North Main Street) will be adorned with temporary landscaping, bicycle lanes and popup businesses in currently empty storefronts, along with live music, art, an open air market and a number of other … [Read more...]
Better Block Profile: Dr. Naresh Subba
Better Block Akron's inaugural neighborhood event will take place May 15 through 17. The “Temple Square” block in North Hill (the intersection of Cuyahoga Falls Avenue and North Main Street) will be adorned with temporary landscaping, bicycle lanes and popup businesses in currently empty storefronts, along with live music, art, an open air market and a number of other … [Read more...]
