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Akron Art Museum Hosting Annual Trick or Treat for Families

Families and children participating in hands-on activities during a previous the Trick or Treat event at the Akron Art Museum.
October 22, 2019

One of the next Family Days at the Akron Art Museum will include its annual Trick or Treat event on Thursday, Oct. 24 from 6 to 8:30 p.m at the museum’s 1 South High St. location. Those who attend...

Youngstown Based Band Performing at Music Box Supper Club

Members of The Vindys from left to right: John Anthony, Ed Davis, Jackie Popovec and Rick Deak.
The Vindys flirt with the styles of pop, jazz and rock giving them their particular sound.
October 22, 2019

The Vindys, a band based out of Youngstown, will be performing at Music Box Supper Club, located on 1148 Main Ave in Cleveland, at 8 p.m. on Nov. 1. Doors open for those in attendance at 6 p.m. All...

Summit Artspace Opens First Juried Exhibit in Barberton Location

This new exhibit, located at 571 W. Tuscarawas Ave., features a variety of photographs using different artistic styles.
The opening reception for “PORTALS” was held during Barberton’s annual Mum Festival.
October 1, 2019

Summit Artspace on Tusc opened their first juried art exhibit, “PORTALS,” during the annual Mum Festival in Barberton on Sept. 28, featuring 39 pieces from 24 local artist photographers. Similar...

Monthly ‘Akron Artwalk’ Event Shows Off Local Art, Culture

Upcoming dates for the Akron Artwalk this year include Oct. 5, Nov. 7 and Dec. 2.
Presented by Summit Artspace, the tour by trolley of the city’s art locations gives residents a look into the artistic community of Akron.
September 30, 2019

In an effort to support local artists and show Akron residents the greater artistic community, Summit Artspace hosts a free tour of multiple artistic locations on the first Saturday of each month from...

Jonathan Scales Fourchestra Visits Akron, Showcases Unique Musical Processes

The Jazz fusion band that celebrated a birthday bash for Scales on Sept. 14, includes (left to right) Elon JD, Jonathan Scales and Maison Guidry.
The innovative steel pannist, his bassist and his drummer came to BLU Jazz+ on Sept. 14.
September 26, 2019

To celebrate his 35th birthday, Jonathan Scales and his Fourchestra made a last-minute stop at BLU Jazz+ on Market Street in Akron, their self-proclaimed “favorite city in Ohio,” on Sept. 14. Scales...

Independent Singer-Songwriter Shawn James to Perform at Musica

Shawn James, an up and coming blues and soul music artist, will visit Akron on Sept. 26.
James’ distinctive blend of rock, blues, gospel and folk commands attention when mixed together with his euphonious voice.
September 16, 2019

Once the soulful notes Shawn James sings reach your ears, his Mississippi delta roots by way of his upbringing in the South Side of Chicago, are more than apparent. His latest album, The Dark &...

Residence Hall Program Board Events Promote Campus Involvement

The crowd at E.J. Thomas Performing Arts Hall during a RHPB 9:09 event in 2018.
To remind students of the importance of getting college experience outside of the classroom, RHPB hosts several performers and entertainers each semester.
September 10, 2019

The Residence Hall Program Board is a student organization at The University of Akron that sponsors several entertainment events and activities for the campus community. While their list of events includes...

Emily Davis Gallery Now Featuring Works from UA Faculty, Staff

Faculty and staff members began submitting their creations as early as one year ago to be featured in the exhibition.
The Myers School of Art Faculty Exhibition is open for the campus community until Sept. 13.
August 27, 2019

On Aug. 29 from 5 to 8 p.m., the Mary Schiller Myers School of Art and the Emily Davis Gallery at The University of Akron will be hosting a reception for this years Faculty Exhibition. Located in UA’s...

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