Ms. Julie’s passion for her community and the future of sustainable food come through in everything she makes at her aptly-named restaurant, Ms. Julie’s Kitchen. The way Ms. Julie talks about a fresh ripe tomato off the vine makes your mouth water for one of her sandwiches, which will certainly have slices of the sweet and salty gems that she picked as recently as five minutes … [Read more...]
Akron Civic Theatre was born out of 1918 flu pandemic, plans to survive COVID-19
The fear of an invisible enemy stalked all of humanity during the 1918 flu pandemic, and Akron was not spared. Only after killing between 25 and 50 million people worldwide did the enemy seem to disappear, but the fear still lingered for years among residents as many businesses, especially those in the entertainment and service industry, struggled to survive. In 1919, an … [Read more...]
Local parks and a history in social distancing
It’s put into the air when a person with an infection of the lungs or throat coughs, speaks or sings. People nearby may breathe it in and become infected. Sounds like COVID-19, but actually it’s a description of tuberculosis, better known as TB, the leading killer during the 1800s and a top killer well into the 1900s. But the disease could have also had a hand in helping to … [Read more...]
Local theatre companies announce auditions for youth production of ‘The Jungle Book’
Wandering Aesthetics and Dunamis Theatre are collaborating this summer to produce "The Jungle Book", their second show for young actors in the Spicy Lamb Farm Players’ Barn. Under the direction of Kyle Jozsa, Benjamin Rexroad, and Nici Romo, this play will offer young performers an opportunity to create as an ensemble and work on their craft in a style unique to Wandering … [Read more...]
Go ‘In Too Deep’ at January’s Electric Pressure Cooker
Start off your 2019 piping hot at the 41st edition of the Electric Pressure Cooker Cabaret! "[The #EPCooker is] the trippiest open mic I've ever been to!" – Chelsea Blackerby Through humble beginnings in the basement of the Every Blooming Thing flower shop in Highland Square, the #EPCooker is an artist driven event that sees over 50+ audience members, 20+ performers, and … [Read more...]
Parents take a “day off” this holiday season
Akron’s Center for Art, Music, & Performance is pleased to announce the return of "The Playhouse: A Parent’s Day Off" on Saturday, December 15th from 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm. Still have some gifts to snag? Every parent needs a day off... and sometimes the kids do too! The Center is opening up "The Playhouse" to kids ages 4 - 13. Filled with games, crafts, music, … [Read more...]
Three area attractions named to new Ohio Holiday Lights Trail
Just in time for the holiday season, TourismOhio has launched the Holiday Lights Trail on “Ohio.org/Holidays,” featuring three Greater Akron venues: Deck The Hall at Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens, 37th annual Akron Children’s Hospital Holiday Tree Festival and Christmas in Peninsula. “The Ohio Holiday Lights Trail is a fantastic way to help travelers find outstanding light … [Read more...]
Chicago-based alternative jazz trio makes Akron debut Nov. 9
The Chicago-based Joe Policastro Trio will stop through Akron later this week as part of a final tour cycle supporting film and TV music. “This show at BLU Jazz is part of our final tour cycle in support of Screen Sounds, an album featuring re-workings of music from film/TV,” said bassist and bandleader Joe Policastro. “BLU Jazz looks incredible, has a great reputation and … [Read more...]
“Little Women” the Musical runs through Oct. 20 at Western Reserve Playhouse
The novel “Little Women” by Louisa May Alcott comes alive as an all-new Broadway musical adaptation, now playing through Oct. 20 at Western Reserve Playhouse, 3326 Everett Road, in Bath. This family friendly, high-energy production is directed by WRP’s Artistic Director, Dawn Sniadak-Yamokoski, and choreographer, Jen Justice, with musical direction by Dave Stebbins. “Little … [Read more...]
Hower House exhibit explores historic wedding fashion
Followers of historic wedding fashion would likely agree that bridal fashion doesn't often go out of style. And due to its popularity, the summer exhibit “Bridal Fashions Through the Decades: 1880 - 1960s” at the University of Akron’s Hower House, has been extended through Saturday, Oct. 13. “The idea of the exhibit began last holiday season; one of the 1940s gowns was on … [Read more...]
