Akron

59th Annual Design & Construction Conference

Conference Theme: Building Opportunities: Technologies, Trends and Tactics Opening Keynote Speaker Nathan Forbes, Principal, Rock Gaming Cleveland Casino Update Lunch Keynote Speaker David Cozier, P.E., Senior Director – Design & Construction, Office of Construction & Facilities Management, Cleveland Clinic Cleveland Clinic...

An Evening with Todd Rundgren

For the first time ever Todd Rundgren will be performing the entire "A Wizard, A True Star" album live. The concert will also feature some other songs from Todd's vast catalog. This event is being presented by RundgrenRadio.com.

4th Annual University Park Art Fair at Grace Park

University Park Art Fair at Grace Park features more than 100 exhibiting artists working in a variety of media, including: ceramics, fiber, jewelry, metal, oil/acrylics, photography, watercolor, wearable art, collage, drawing and pastel, glass, leather, mixed media, prints/graphics, sculpture and wood. In addition to exhibiting artists,...

Americas Most Wanted Fest - Lil Wayne, Young Jeezy

Lil Wayne: Charismatic Southern rapper Lil Wayne began his industry ascendance as one of the Hot Boys, a short-lived Cash Money Records all-star group, and after establishing himself as a successful solo artist, he grew to become a critical favorite, known especially for his entertainting underground mixtapes. ... more » Charismatic...

Dave Matthews Band

South African vocalist/guitarist Dave Matthews formed the Dave Matthews Band in Virginia in the early '90s. Featuring Matthews, Stefan Lessard, Leroi Moore, Boyd Tinsley, and Carter Beauford, the group's music presents a more pop-oriented version of the Grateful Dead crossed with the worldbeat explorations of Paul Simon and Sting. The...

Pajama Party

Spend an evening at the Akron Zoo in your pajamas! We guarantee a wild evening of nighttime fun including Retro (an all kids band), a scavenger hunt, up-close animal encounters and yummy bedtime snacks. Enjoy bouncy houses and the Show and Tell Storytellers too! Ticket: Akron Zoo member adult - $7/ Akron Zoo member child - $9/ Non-...

Summer Film Classics For A Cause

Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa This sequel brings back lovable New York Zoo Animals, Alex the Lion, Marty the Zebra, Melman the Giraffe and Gloria the Hippo. Still stranded in Madagascar, they manage to leave the island only to land in the wilderness of Africa. There, Alex meets the rest of his family but has trouble communicating after his...

LFO

LFO (Lyte Funky Ones): LFO (an acronym for "Lyte Funky Ones") formed in 1996 in the boy band mecca of Orlando, FL. There, singer Rich Cronin befriended aspiring model Brad Fischetti, and the duo spent the next two years honing their vocal, dancing, and songwriting skills. With the addition of third vocalist Devin Lima, LFO's lineup was...

Hanoverton Peddler Days

Join us for a mix of 1800s and a bit of more recent times. Experience a Civil War Skirmish, have a talk with the soldiers in their era camps. Enjoy foot-tapping music, bring a lawn chair and stay awhile! Ladies enjoy our 1800s Ladies Tea. Kids try out toys of 1800s or (for a fee), make some. Tour our Hanover Township Historical Museum,...

Pancakes With The Penguins

Enjoy a wild breakfast and then take an up-close guided tour through the Akron Zoo.while you.learn what zoo animals eat for breakfast. People will have an opportunity to feed some of the animals at the Akron Zoo their breakfast, including the penguins!

William Wegman: Fay

Don't miss this wonderfully witty and moving exhibition about the artistic collaboration between William Wegman (b. 1943) and his celebrated Weimaraner Fay (1984 - 1995).

Harmony In Sisters (HIS) Acappella Gospel Concert

The Pajama Game

Bright and riotously funny, this all-new production of the Tony Award-winning, Broadway smash hit The Pajama Game is contemporary musical theatre comedy at its very best. The high-energy score by Richard Adler and Jerry Ross brims with popular hits and musical theatre standards such as "Hey There," "Steam Heat" and the hilarious "...

Dance Akron 2009

The Barley House (downtown Akron) will host "Dance Akron 2009" - a benefit for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. Ballroom dancers from the Youngstown, Akron, and Cleveland areas will perform sizzling Latin, Swing, and many more great ballroom dances 7-9pm. There will be open dancing from 9-11pm. All ages are welcome and admission is...

Akron Symphony Orchestra: Fiddle Madness

For nearly 500 years, the modern violin has been a voice for nobles, peasants, gypsies, and children alike in all parts of the world. how the Suzuki method has changed ordinary children into superstar virtuosi, how jazz and kelzmer are tied together through this universal instrument, and allow yourself to catch the fever of Fiddle...