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...]
Healing through music: a look at music therapy
Music therapy is one way to help people articulate and express what they may not be able to verbalize, especially during the course of mental health treatment. During this interview at Akron Children's Hospital's Expressive Therapy Center, two local music therapists (Sarah Tobias Gaither and Jessica Cole-Robinette) discuss some of the benefits of healing through music, which is … [Read more...]
Summit ESC donates over 4,000 boxes of cereal to local children in need
From May 1 through 8, Summit Educational Service Center (ESC) participated in Akron Children’s Hospital’s cereal drive, Breakfast Doesn’t Take a Summer Vacation. Through Summit ESC’s efforts, a total of 4,667 servings of cereal were donated. Akron Children’s Hospital’s drive is part of a national effort founded by Detroit Medical Center Children’s Hospital of Michigan in … [Read more...]
Akron Public Schools named Ford Next Generation Learning Community
APS only school district in Ohio to receive this designation -- Today, Akron Public Schools was named a Ford Next Generation Learning (NGL) community in a ceremony at the National Inventor's Hall of Fame STEM Middle School downtown. The ceremony also focused on a newly created and academy partnership between APS and a local university. The designation today means the … [Read more...]
Doggie Brigade seeks canine recruits to help bring joy to Children’s Hospital patients
In the Akron Children’s Hospital, man’s best friend is often seen walking alongside a wheelchair or bringing a smile to a child’s face. These dogs are specially chosen to help bring comfort, love and joy to each patient. The Akron Children's Hospital's Doggie Brigade, formed entirely of dog and owner volunteers, makes 26 or more hospital visits per year. Thousands of hours … [Read more...]
Drug addiction prevention, recovery programs among $2 million awarded by Akron Community Foundation
Following months of an opiate epidemic that has permeated Summit County, Akron Community Foundation concentrated a portion of its competitive health and human services grant funding on programs focused on addiction prevention and recovery. Overall, the community foundation granted $512,800 to local health and human services programs chosen by the organization’s Community … [Read more...]
Goodyear to sponsor Akron Children’s Marathon for next three years
The Goodyear Half Marathon & 10k, scheduled for Aug. 13, will once again start and finish at the company’s global headquarters in southeast Akron. “Nothing says Akron more than Goodyear, and we’re excited to have a company with a global presence as the sponsor for our race,” said Anne Bitong, Akron Marathon President/Executive Director. “Runners still talk about running … [Read more...]
Akron Zoo seeks help naming snow leopard cubs
The three snow leopard cubs, born March 5, will make their public debut early in June. But before they do, the Akron Zoo is asking the public’s help in naming the newest additions to this endangered species. The naming contest, which is sponsored by Akron Children’s Hospital, will run through May 16. Everyone is welcome to submit their suggested names by emailing … [Read more...]
Akron Marathon, community partners issue 100 million step challenge for fitness
The Akron Marathon is asking residents to take a few steps toward fitness. Well, 100 million steps, to be exact. The 100 Million Steps Akron initiative, which will help promote a healthy lifestyle and offer solidarity among residents, is a 10-week walking challenge that hopes to generate a collective 100 million steps from individuals, friends, family members, community … [Read more...]
Bikers lead ‘Teddy Bear Ride’ for children with special needs (Video)
Bikers, families and community supporters recently gathered for the 21st Annual Children's Caravan Teddy Bear Run, which ran from Adventure Harley-Davidson in Dover to Akron Children's Hospital. Penny Martin, organizer and coordinator of the Children’s Caravan Teddy Bear Ride, spearheads this annual event in order to give back to the hospital that took care of her son, … [Read more...]
