The First Congregational Church of Akron (First Church) wants the community to know that its weekly food pantry is available for government workers affected by the current shutdown. The food pantry ministry provides a weekly distribution of groceries to people in need — individuals and families of varying sizes and backgrounds — on Tuesday mornings from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., … [Read more...]
Millennium Fund for Children awards $43,750 to area youth programs
Akron Community Foundation’s Millennium Fund for Children recently awarded 31 grants totaling $43,750 to children’s programs throughout Greater Akron. The community foundation’s board of directors ratified the grants at its Dec. 7 meeting, bringing the fund’s cumulative grantmaking to more than $750,000. A partnership of the Akron Beacon Journal/Ohio.com and Akron Community … [Read more...]
Open M hosts 50th Anniversary Gala Sept. 14
OPEN M will host a gala to honor its 50th Anniversary, Friday, Sept. 14, from 6 to 10 p.m. at St. George Family Center, 3204 Ridgewood Road, in Fairlawn. The event will feature heavy hors d’oeuvres, drinks, networking, silent and live auction and dancing, featuring the Northeast Ohio Jazz Orchestra, Tickets are $100. Auction items include lunch with Bill Considine, CAVS … [Read more...]
Canal Park hosts ‘Fourth on the Field,’ featuring fireworks, ‘Star Wars’
Tickets benefit Akron Snow Angels homelessness program -- Canal Park host “Fourth on the Field,” Wednesday, July 4 at 6 p.m., to celebrate Independence Day. The night will include a showing of “STAR WARS: The Last Jedi” before the start of the city of Akron’s annual fireworks show. Tickets are $5 and benefit Akron Snow Angels. Gates will open at 6 p.m. with “The Last … [Read more...]
Furry Friends Adoptathon brings cats, dogs to Cuyahoga Falls June 24
Humane Society brings mobile adoption unit to Falls City Hall -- For families looking to add a four-legged family member, the Falls Furry Friends Adoptathon on Saturday, June 24, outside of Cuyahoga Falls City Hall, may be the perfect opportunity. The event takes place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the south parking lot outside of the Cuyahoga Falls utility billing … [Read more...]
Library becomes world of wizardry for Potter Faire June 3
‘Potter Faire Akron’ celebrates world of Harry Potter, includes history of magic, Marauder’s Map, Quidditch, costume contest -- The Akron-Summit County Public Library will celebrate another summer of reading by presenting its first-ever Potter Faire Akron, Saturday, June 3, from 1 to 4 p.m. at Main Library. Visitors are invited to spend the afternoon at the Main Library … [Read more...]
Summit Artspace show features only tenants of Akron, Barberton locations
Artists with studios at the Akron and Barberton locations of Summit Artspace will finally have their own exhibition—just them—opening April 21 in the downtown Akron gallery with a free reception. Entitled "SA Period," the new show will focus on the work of the professional artists who call the Summit Artspace community art centers in Akron and Barberton home. “We are very … [Read more...]
Salvation Army of Summit County announces new board members
The Salvation Army of Summit County recently added new members to its Advisory Board. “Our Advisory Board is very engaged and we value the thoughtful direction, wisdom and compassion of these community leaders who have chosen to share their time and experience with the Salvation Army," said Susan Flowers, chairman. "Each has been carefully selected for the skills, knowledge … [Read more...]
Women’s Endowment Fund annual dinner features Savannah James
The Women’s Endowment Fund of Akron Community Foundation will welcome Savannah James as the featured guest at its “For Women, Forever” annual dinner on March 7. Born and raised in Akron, Savannah James is a successful businesswoman, pioneering philanthropist, devoted wife and loving mother. Striking a positive balance between family, career and community, she embodies … [Read more...]
Stan Hywet presents “An Evening of Holiday Magic” this Dec.
Tickets are now on sale for An Evening of Holiday Magic from 5-9 pm on December 2, 9, and 16, 2016. Each evening begins with a catered holiday dinner buffet and cocktails in the festive Manor House Auditorium with music by Celestial Strings, featuring Roseann Canfora. After dinner, guests will take a self-guided tour of Deck the Hall featuring A Storybook Christmas in the … [Read more...]
