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| Date | Event | Venue |
| Saturday, March 20, 2010 8:00 PM |
Benjamin Zander at E.J. Thomas Hall | E.J. Thomas Hall, Akron |
| World-renowned conductor Benjamin Zander returns to Northeast Ohio to lead the Akron Symphony Orchestra for two performances of Gustav Mahlers 9th Symphony. The concert will be held at TheUniversity of Akron's E.J. Thomas Hall on Saturday, March 20 at 8:00 pm, with the repeat performance at Severance Hall the following afternoonon at 3:00. For more information, call 216-791-5000. | ||
| Sunday, March 21, 2010 7:30 PM |
Shadows: A Service of Tenebrae | |
| This program of seven meditations on the Passion and Death of Christ will bepresented by the combined choirs of St. Joseph, Canton and St. Sebastian,Akron on Sunday, March 21 at 7:30 p.m. at St. Sebastian, 476 Mull Ave.,Akron. The program consists of scriptures, choral meditations, andprayers. Free and open to the public. | ||
| Monday, March 22, 2010 3:00 PM |
Bliss Institute/Interfaith Council Event | University of Akron - Martin Center |
| Leadership Studies author, Douglas Hicks, will speak at 3 & 6 pm at the Martin University Center at 105 Fir Hill. Hicks will discuss his recent book, “With God on All Sides,” and is being hosted by the Akron Interfaith Council and The University of Akron Bliss Institute of Applied Politics. Both events are open to the public and will include a question-and-answer period followed by a book signing. “A Vision for Leadership” at 3 pm is free and is moderated by Dr. John Green, Director of the University of Akron Bliss Institute. The 6 pm session is moderated by Dr. Jay Groat, pastor of First Congregational Church of Akron, includes dinner at a cost of $25 per person and reservations are required. They can be made by mailing a check to The Akron Area Interfaith Council, 800 E. Market Street, Akron, OH 44305. Reservation deadline is March 16. For more information or questions about the author’s appearances call AAIC at 330-535-3112. | ||
| Monday, March 22, 2010 10:00 PM |
Akron Kidney Walk | Lock 3 Park, Downtown Akron |
| The Akron Kidney Walk will take place at Lock 3 Park in downtown Akron on May 22nd, 2010. Please contact Amy Solmos Wayne, Kidney Walk manager, at 440-933-4909 or amy.solmoswayne@kidney.org in order to register your team or become a sponsor. You can also sign up on line at http://donate.kidney.org/site/PageServer. | ||
| Wednesday, March 24, 2010 10:00 AM |
Mustill Store Looking For Greeters | Mustill Store |
| Mustill Store Volunteer “Greeter” Training offered either Wednesday, March 24 or Saturday, March 27from 1 - 3pm, at the Mustill Store. Friendly people needed to welcome visitors to the historic Mustill Store. Attend one training course. Store is open weekends, Apr. thru Oct., 10am-5pm. The time commitment for a volunteer is 10-1:30 or 1:30-5pm - when it fits your schedule and desire! Three and a half hours once every 4 to 8 weeks is a huge gift to us, and helps ensure that the Mustill Store will continue to welcome and educate the public to Akron’s unique history. For more info, call Rowan at 330.374.5625. We’re located in the Cascade Valley Metro Park off W. North Street just west of the Howard St. intersection. | ||
| Wednesday, March 24, 2010 11:00 AM |
Greek Orthodox Church Bake Sale | Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church, Akron |
The Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church "Philoptochos Society-Melissa" Bake Sale will take place on Wednesday & Thursday, March 24 & 25, from 11am-4pm, at the Church located at 129 S. Union Street near the University of Akron. Items like baklava, Greek Easter bread, tiropitas (cheese) and spanakopita (spinach), and all the other delicious pastries will be on sale. For more information, call 330-434-0000. |
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| Wednesday, March 24, 2010 6:00 PM |
Women's Endowment Fund Dinner | Hilton/Akron Fairlawn, Fairlawn |
| The Women's Endowment Fund of the Akron Community Foundation is sponsoring "For Women, Forever", a celebration of women and girls featuring Renee Powell, LPGA Tour & PGA Teaching Member, Wednesday, March 24, Hilton/Akron Fairlawn (3180 W. Market St., Fairlawn). Reception is at 6pm with dinner & program at 6:45. For more information, call 330-376-8522. | ||
| Friday, March 26, 2010 9:00 AM |
Wayne County Arts & Crafts Show | Greenbriar Conference & Party Centre, Wooster |
| Over 100 craftsman will show their wares at the annual Wayne County Arts and Crafts show, Friday, March 26 and Saturday, March 27 at the Greenbriar Conference & Party Centre (50 Riffel Road, Wooster). Hours are Friday 5-9 and Saturday 9-4. Free admission & lunch will be available for purchase. For more information, call 330-345-5962. | ||
| Saturday, March 27, 2010 9:00 AM |
Akron Zoo's Breakfast with the Bunny | Akron Zoo |
The Akron Zoo's annual Breakfst with the Bunny will take place on March 27, 28 and April 3 from 9am-11am. The event includes breakfast, a visit from the Bunny and an outdoor egg hunt. Reservations are required and space is limited. For ticket information and reservations, call 330-375-2550 or visit www.akronzoo.org.
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| Saturday, March 27, 2010 7:30 PM |
Winter Breakout , A Night of Smooth Jazz | Akron Civic Theatre, Downtown Akron |
| Some of the nations top performers in smooth jazz return to Akron March 27th for the fifth annual Winter Breakout for the benefit of Akron General's Edwin Shaw Rehabilitation Institute. The event will begin at 7:30 at the Akron Civic Theatre (182 S. Main St. in Akron). Contemporary jazz guitarist Chieli Minucci and his band will once again headline. For ticket information and reservations, call 330-945-9400 or visit www.akrongeneral.org/edwinshawrehab. |
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| Sunday, March 28, 2010 1:30 PM |
Alice in Wonderland Tea Party | First Church of God |
| Walk through the rabbit hole for Tea with Alice in Wonderland! Photos, stories, autographs, and activities are just a small part of our Mad Hatters tea party on March, 28th at 1:30pm. The event will be held in the Fellowship Hall of the First Church of God (464 Northeast Avenue in Tallmadge). The event promises fun and frivolity for all that join us in Wonderland! |
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| Sunday, March 28, 2010 7:00 PM |
African Children's Choir | Maple Grove Memmonite Church, Hartville |
| The internationally acclaimed African Children's Choir will perform at the Maple Grove Mennonite Church (2121 Smith Kramer St., NE, Hartville) on Sunday, March 28, 7pm. Admission is free with a free-will offering to be collected to support the Choir. For more information visit www.africanchildrenschoir.com or call, toll-free at 1-877-532-8651. | ||
| Saturday, April 03, 2010 8:30 AM |
Fair Housing Contact Service 21st Annual 5K Run & Fun Walk | Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail, Akron |
| The Fair Housing Contact Service's 21st Annual 5k Run & Fun Walk will take place on Saturday, April 3, at the Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail, Big Bend Trailhead (1337 Merriman Road, Akron) Registration & Check-in will be at the Cascade Locks-Mustill Area (248 Ferndale St., Akron) begins at 8am, 1 mile Fun Run/Walk at 9am and the 5k Run at 9:30am. For more information call 330-376-6191. | ||
| Thursday, April 08, 2010 6:30 PM |
Junior League of Akron Murder Mystery Fundraiser | The O'Neil House, Akron |
| Junior League of Akron's "Murder Mystery Party" will be held April 8, 9 and 10, from 6:30-10pm at the O'Neil House (1290 W. Exchange St., Akron). It's a trip back to 1929 where guests will wear their best 1920's costume and put on their detective hats as they search for clues and figure out "who done it." Food will be available throughout the evening as well as a cash bar. For more information, visit www.juniorleagueakron.org. | ||
| Saturday, April 10, 2010 8:00 PM |
UA Steel Drum Band concert | E.J. Thomas Performing Arts Hall, Akron |
| The University of Akron Steel Drum Band is celebrating its 30th year with a special anniversary concert on Saturday, April 10, 8pm, at E.J. Thomas Hall on the University of Akron campus. For ticket information and reservations, visit www.uasteelband.com. | ||
| Friday, April 16, 2010 8:00 PM |
Summit Choral Society Concert | Akron Civic Theatre (downtown Akron) |
| The Summit Choral Society's upcoming concert "In Harmony-Chroal Meets Bluegrass" will take place on Friday, April 16, at the Akron Civic Theatre (downtown Akron). The 70-voice Masterworks Chorale will be joined by Honeytown, an ensemble from Kidron, Ohio. Tickets are $25, $20 and $15 and can be purchased in person at the Akron Civic Theatre box office of by phone at 330-253-2488. | ||
| Saturday, April 17, 2010 5:30 PM |
19th Annual Rotary-Boy Scouts Annual Spring Gala | Akron/Fairlawn Hilton |
| Celebrate Scouting with style as the Rotary Club of Fairlawn and the Boy Scouts of America Great Trail Council hosts the 19th Annual Spring Gala at the Akron/Fairlawn Hilton. This event honors & supports communityservice while raising money for deserving local organizations. Tickets for cocktails,gourmet dinner & reception are $225 per couple. Attendees can bid in the silent & live auctions and have a chance to win cash prizes up to $1,000. For more information, call 330-666-8893. | ||
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