Unlike other local burial grounds, the Glendale Cemetery (founded as the Akron Rural Cemetery) seems to stand apart from the rest, with its lush tree canopy, meandering serpentine roads and century-old mausoleums. It’s almost as if, though some may find it odd, the grounds beckon one to linger. And while the cemetery has provided a final resting place to some of Akron’s … [Read more...]
A return to the Rubber City
It's good to be home after living here and there across America. Once again, Akron's now home. And I discovered something while re-settling in: The regions I've inhabited truly have their own folkways and idiosyncrasies, which for good, bad or indifferent made me come to appreciate Akron's individuality — including the habitual front runners of sauerkraut balls, our "devil's … [Read more...]
Mother of nine has lots to be thankful for on Mother’s Day
A long dining table during lunch time in a Highland Square home is invitingly set with with a big bowl of mixed greens in the center. A heaping plate of freshly grilled chicken and other salad toppings in bowls of shredded cheeses, olives, vegetables and dressings surround it, along with hearty, grain breads and fruity preserves. Evelyn “Evey” Williams says a blessing while … [Read more...]
Local YMCAs “make a splash” with national water safety initiative
Though swimming is typically linked with warmer weather, there are still plenty of individuals who during the winter like to take advantage of indoor pools whether for enjoyment, a workout or both. And when temperatures rise, the number of swimmers swell at public swimming pools, lakes, rivers and other watering holes. But not everyone gets that opportunity to cool off or … [Read more...]
“Romantic Notions” exhibits Victorian Age collections
With the approach of Valentine's Day, a time to honor and proclaim one's love, affection and loyalty to another, there may be those who consider Reality TV a particularly unfortunate construct, where the formerly, currently or hopefully famous get to hawk their emotions, whether real or imagined. So for those folks who pine — even for a day — for a gentler time when … [Read more...]
R.I.G.H.T. makes things right in Goodyear Heights
Whether a longtime resident of a community or just moving in, there are numerous ways to gather information particular to one's needs. Online, there are endless websites handling community bulletin boards, city hall, chambers of commerce, churches, volunteerism and on and on. "We try to be the clearinghouse where everyone can give us their information, a sort of one-stop … [Read more...]
Find deal savers with Save Local Now app
Consumers looking for deals in and around the Akron area and businesses wanting to tender their goods and services to make that happen have a nice outlet in which to do so: Save Local Now ($LN), a mobile app offered by the Greater Akron Chamber. "We're always looking for ways to add value for our chamber members," said Chad Hamman, vice president of membership for the … [Read more...]
Local agencies help residents make the climb out of poverty
There's always been a delineation among those in poverty, the middle class and the wealthy. And while members of each may try to understand how those outside of their own class live, rarely is it accurate — or even possible — to fully grasp. But collective strides are taking place locally among volunteers and community leaders in the middle and upper class to partner with … [Read more...]
Do Downtown on a deal
No doubt, everybody likes a deal. And the Downtown Akron Partnership (DAP) offers a pretty sweet one for both consumers and business owners who do trade in the heart of the city called Do Downtown, a web-based marketing program. For consumers, Do Downtown costs nothing more than an initial trip to DAP's website to sign up for its newsletter. Business owners in the downtown … [Read more...]
Volunteers battle cold for homeless count
It’s winter in Akron. And as most know, it can be brutal, mild, as in 2012, or somewhere in between. But regardless of the temperature, there are people who scramble daily for a place to put their head down come nightfall. And hopefully indoors. During the last 10 days of January, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development requests Continuum of Care (COC) partners … [Read more...]
