The Mighty Pen Akron is looking to make a splash in the Akron arts scene by bringing creative writing to the forefront. The group is kicking off with a Wine and (Creative) Writing evening at the Akron Center for Art, Music and Performance, Friday, April 8 at 6 p.m. Similar to a "wine and canvas" night, attendees will be given writing prompts to respond to in their writing … [Read more...]
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Margaret Clark Morgan exhibit showcases artists with disabilities
It is the mission of the Dream Out Loud Studio, hosted by the Summit County Developmental Disabilities Board, to provide space for artists with disabilities to share their talents through creative expression. And now through March 4, these works can be enjoyed by the general public at an exhibition at the Margaret Clark Morgan Foundation's gallery. More than 30 pieces of art … [Read more...]
Roundtable speaker: Water is ‘our most precious asset’ (Article and Video)
Since enrolling in his first Environmental Science class as a senior in college, Marty Kress has dedicated his life to working for the environment. But when his phone rang in early 2013, years after that collegiate experience, Kress couldn't have anticipated what the call would lead to. "At the back-end of my career, I got to go back to where I started, which is a luxury for … [Read more...]
North Hill tour highlights diverse culture in local business
While two dozen community members filed into the pews of Urban Vision Ministries, they were handed small paper bags that contained handouts on local organizations, in addition to a folded piece of paper -- the North Hill “asset map.” The map contains many area businesses, nonprofits and attractions. Color coded dots represent dining spots, event venues, schools, shops and … [Read more...]
From Nepal to Akron: Refugee’s journey brings new opportunity (Article and Video)
Refugee studies computer engineering, works at International Institute of Akron -- Sagar Timsina doesn’t remember Bhutan. The 22-year-old was only a couple months old when his parents were forced to leave their country and their home. Sitting in his family’s home in Akron, he explains how his family came to live in the United States. He seems comfortable in the space, … [Read more...]
Akron Roundtable speaker promotes positive mental health in college students (Article and Video)
Nonprofit exec uses brother’s suicide as driver for mental health awareness work -- Alison Malmon was a freshman at the University of Pennsylvania when her brother lost his battle with mental illness and took his own life. “The emotion that struck me the most was fear after he died, because Brian and I were really similar people,” Malmon said. “And my campus and his campus … [Read more...]
Students, young professionals ‘Connect2Akron’ Oct. 16
Connect2Akron (c2a) seeks to connect college students, recent graduates and young professionals with non-profit organizations in the Greater Akron region. Connect2Akron is a free event and will take place Oct. 16 at 5:30 p.m. at the Akron Art Museum. The initiative is the result of a collaboration of the ArtCetera, Downtown Akron Partnership Emerging Leaders, Torchbearers, … [Read more...]
Ma’Sue performance addresses sensitive social issues head-on (Article and Video)
Trayvon Martin. Michael Brown. Sean Bell. The African-American male stereotype that has gripped national headlines in recent years has taken mainstream media by storm. But these divisive stories will hit close to home on stage at Balch Street Theatre. “...Or Does it Explode?” is a live production that explores the African-American male identity and misrepresentations … [Read more...]
