Understanding the relationship between community, economic and environmental outcomes while achieving equitable distribution of resources and opportunities in our neighborhoods will be the topic of the next GAINS (Greater Akron Innovation Network for Sustainability) Wednesday, June 13, at the Summit Lake Community Center, 380 W. Crosier St. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and the free … [Read more...]
Big Love ‘Bounce Beyond’ festival offers live music, art, workshops, healing, storytelling April 1
All-day festival takes place 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. at The Well CDC -- In person, Zach Freidhof is soft spoken and kind, but underneath this calm demeanor is an intensity, one that fuels his many community efforts: from panel discussions about religion to concerts and leading zero-waste efforts at neighborhood festivals. He’s also one of the catalysts behind the Big Love … [Read more...]
Envision Akron empowers Middlebury residents to be the change they wish to see in their community
The Middlebury neighborhood of Akron is located just east of the University of Akron and south of downtown. The neighborhood has its share of challenges. According to 2000 US Census figures, nearly one third of all residents 25 and older do not have high school diplomas. That statistic may help explain why so few Middlebury residents hold professional or management level … [Read more...]
Big Love gears up for third anniversary, thousands of attendees
Zero-waste event will feature music, art, food, placemaking -- What exactly is Big Love Fest? According to its creators, it is a festival devoted to strengthening and growing our community through creative, collaborative means. Big Love aims to promote diversity and non-judgmental inclusion. It is a celebration of our city and its people and an opportunity for Akronites to … [Read more...]
Westward pilgrimages lead to new book from local songwriter Zach
Musician, author and activist Zach Freidhof has recently published a book that pairs his song lyrics with photographs taken during his travels through the Tetons mountain range. "Tiny Meditations" offers a glimpse into Zach’s yearly westward pilgrimages that have, over the years, inspired his music and transformed his spirit. I first met Zach last February at the Big Love … [Read more...]
