This Week's Events In Akron Area

Akron OH

09 August, 2021

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AKRON, OH — Looking to spend a night out with friends? Patch has you covered with several events and happenings taking place this week in Akron. Check out what's happening and what might interest you before you make plans. Hot tip: If you're hosting an event and want to see it in the next roundup, you can add it to the calendar using this form. You can also spread the word in nearby communities by promoting your event. The cost is $1 per day per community. Here are all of this week's events throughout Akron: Coloring & Puzzles Galore for Adults When: Monday, August 9th at 12:30 p.m. Where: Goodyear Branch Library What: Event listing from Goodyear Branch Library: Monday, August 9 from 12:30 PM to 2:00 PMEnjoy coloring fun and puzzles of all kinds on the second Monday of each month. Light refreshments will be provided. Registration begins July 26. Learn More Vital Vax and Go - Firestone Park Branch Library When: Monday, August 9th at 1:00 p.m. Where: Firestone Park Branch Library What: Event listing from Firestone Park Branch Library: Monday and August 9 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PMVisit Summa Health's pop-up COVID-19 vaccine clinic at the Firestone Park Branch! Learn More Book Discussion - Fairlawn-Bath Branch Library When: Monday, August 9th at 1:00 p.m. Where: Fairlawn-Bath Branch Library What: Event listing from Fairlawn-Bath Branch Library: Monday and August 9 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PMAdd your voice to our discussion of Oona Out of Order by Margarita Montimore. Copies of the book are available at the Library for pickup. Learn More JROTC DRILL TEAM - East CLC 9-12 When: Monday, August 9th at 1:00 p.m. Where: East CLC 9-12 What: Event listing from East CLC 9-12: Monday, August 9 from 1:00 PM to 3:30 PM Learn More Student Ambassador Training (set-up) When: Monday, August 9th at 2:00 p.m. Where: Firestone CLC 9-12 What: Event listing from Firestone CLC 9-12: Monday, August 9 from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PMUsing the cafeteria, auditorium and 6 classrooms on the first floor. Contact Beth Winter with any questions at 330-730-4202. (Room 107, 108, 109, 110, 118, and the table side of the LRC) Learn More Book Discussion: A Different Kind of Book Club When: Monday, August 9th at 2:00 p.m. Where: Portage Lakes Branch Library What: Event listing from Portage Lakes Branch Library: Monday, August 9 from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PMHave you read a good book and want to tell others about it? Bring your latest book recommendation to share with the group. Learn More Book Lovers Day Program - Portage Lakes Branch Library When: Monday, August 9th at 4:00 p.m. Where: Portage Lakes Branch Library What: Event listing from Portage Lakes Branch Library: Monday, August 9 from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PMEnjoy book-themed activities for Book Lovers Day! Crafts, games, and giveaways will be available to celebrate. Please register for this program. Learn More Teen and Tween Poster Collaboration - Goodyear Branch Library When: Monday, August 9th at 4:00 p.m. Where: Goodyear Branch Library What: Event listing from Goodyear Branch Library: Monday, August 9 from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PMCome and join us in creating a poster together! The poster will consist of puzzle pieces that contain your own unique design, including your name! Learn More Board of Education Meeting - Akron Public Schools When: Monday, August 9th at 5:30 p.m. Where: Akron Public Schools What: Event listing from Akron Public Schools: Monday, August 9 from 5:30 PM to 8:00 PMThe Board meeting will be held at 5:30 p.m. in the board room on the first floor of the Administration Building, 10 N. Main St. For more information, call 330.761.2921. Learn More The Summit/WAPS Hosting Regional Artists When: Monday, August 9th at 6:00 p.m. Where: Ellet High School What: Event listing from Ellet High School: Monday, August 9 from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM Learn More Family Game Night - Fairlawn-Bath Branch Library When: Monday, August 9th at 6:00 p.m. Where: Fairlawn-Bath Branch Library What: Event listing from Fairlawn-Bath Branch Library: Monday, August 9 from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PMEnjoy board games at the library with family and friends. Please register in person, by phone, or online. Snacks will be provided. Learn More Ask a Patent Attorney - Akron-Summit County Public Library When: Monday, August 9th at 6:00 p.m. Where: Akron-Summit County Public Library What: Event listing from Akron-Summit County Public Library: Monday, August 9 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PMGet answers to Intellectual Property questions from a registered patent attorney. Learn More City Council Special Meeting - City of Fairlawn When: Monday, August 9th at 6:00 p.m. Where: City of Fairlawn What: Event listing from City of Fairlawn: Monday, August 9 from 6:00 PM to 11:59 PMhttp://www.fairlawn.us/calendar.aspx?EID=3361 Learn More Second Monday Movie Club - Akron-Summit County Public Library When: Monday, August 9th at 6:00 p.m. Where: Akron-Summit County Public Library What: Event listing from Akron-Summit County Public Library: Monday, August 9 from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PMJoin us for a discussion of the classic movie Stagecoach, starring John Wayne. Learn More City Council Committee of the Whole Meeting When: Monday, August 9th at 6:00 p.m. Where: City of Fairlawn What: Event listing from City of Fairlawn: Monday, August 9 from 6:00 PM to 11:59 PMhttp://www.fairlawn.us/calendar.aspx?EID=3360 Learn More Needlework: Close-Knit Crochet Club - Firestone Park Branch Library When: Monday, August 9th at 6:00 p.m. Where: Firestone Park Branch Library What: Event listing from Firestone Park Branch Library: Monday, August 9 from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PMWe donâ��t just crochet! Join us to learn knitting and looming techniques, and to spend a fun hour chatting. Weâ��ll even try our hand at a non-needlework craft project on occasion. Learn More Basketball LAB Camp - Firestone CLC 9-12 When: Monday, August 9th at 6:00 p.m. Where: Firestone CLC 9-12 What: Event listing from Firestone CLC 9-12: Monday, August 9 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PMUsing the main gym. Learn More Customized- Athlete Workshop Auditorium When: Monday, August 9th at 10:00 p.m. Where: East CLC 9-12 What: Event listing from East CLC 9-12: Monday, August 9 from 10:00 PM to 11:30 PM Learn More Cedar Point - I PROMISE School When: Tuesday, August 10th at 12:00 a.m. Where: I PROMISE School What: Event listing from I PROMISE School: Tuesday, August 10 (all day) Learn More Student Ambassador Training - Firestone CLC 9-12 When: Tuesday, August 10th at 8:00 a.m. Where: Firestone CLC 9-12 What: Event listing from Firestone CLC 9-12: Tuesday, August 10 from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PMUsing the cafeteria, auditorium and 6 classrooms on the first floor. Contact Beth Winter with any questions at 330-730-4202. (Room 107, 108, 109, 110, 118, and the table side of the LRC) Learn More ACCESS, Inc. Annual Breakfast When: Tuesday, August 10th at 8:15 a.m. Where: Virtual What: Connect. Empower. Thrive. August 10, 2021 Digital doors open at 8:15 a.m. Live Zoom begins at 8:30 a.m. Join us for an uplifting morning featuring state-level equity and advocacy updates from the Coalition on Homelessness and Housing in Ohio from Gina Wilt, Advocacy Director... Learn More 2021 Annual Breakfast - ACCESS, Inc. When: Tuesday, August 10th at 8:30 a.m. Where: ACCESS, Inc. What: Event listing from ACCESS, Inc.: Tuesday, August 10 at 8:30 AMDetails RSVP Now! ACCESSBreakfast.givesmart.com Join us on Tuesday, August 10 at 8:30 a.m. for our 12th Annual Breakfast! The free, live-streamed… More https://www.facebook.com/events/1854146048085875 Learn More Coventry Elementary Kindergarten Screening When: Tuesday, August 10th at 9:30 a.m. Where: Coventry Elementary School What: Event listing from Coventry Elementary School: Tuesday, August 10 at 9:30 AM through Wednesday, August 11 at 3:00 PM Learn More Boys Golf Team Conditioning - Firestone CLC 9-12 When: Tuesday, August 10th at 10:00 a.m. Where: Firestone CLC 9-12 What: Event listing from Firestone CLC 9-12: Tuesday, August 10 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PMConditioning in the weight room. Contact Scott Westphal with any questions. Learn More Baby Time - Ellet Branch Library When: Tuesday, August 10th at 10:15 a.m. Where: Ellet Branch Library What: Event listing from Ellet Branch Library: Tuesday, August 10 from 10:15 AM to 11:15 AMLap bounces, active rhymes, songs, books, and group playtime recommended for children 6 months through age 2 with a caregiver. Siblings and friends are welcome. Program details subject to chan... Learn More Bingo - Springfield Twp Senior / Community Center When: Tuesday, August 10th at 10:45 a.m. Where: Springfield Twp Senior / Community Center What: Event listing from Springfield Twp Senior / Community Center: Tuesday, August 10 from 10:45 AM to 2:30 PMhttp://www.springfieldtownship.us/calendar.aspx?EID=949 Learn More Story Time: It's Magic! - Kenmore Branch Library When: Tuesday, August 10th at 11:00 a.m. Where: Kenmore Branch Library What: Event listing from Kenmore Branch Library: Tuesday, August 10 from 11:00 AM to 11:30 AMIt's a magical story time with Miss Becky. Come into the library for stories, songs, and more! Learn More Play Lab in the Children's Library - Akron-Summit County Public Library When: Tuesday, August 10th at 11:00 a.m. Where: Akron-Summit County Public Library What: Event listing from Akron-Summit County Public Library: Tuesday, August 10 from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PMChildren learn through play, and we like to play in the Children's Library! Call us at 330.643.9050 to reserve a 30-minute slot for your family to explore and create together. Learn More Mastering the Interview - Akron-Summit County Public Library When: Tuesday, August 10th at 11:30 a.m. Where: Akron-Summit County Public Library What: Event listing from Akron-Summit County Public Library: Tuesday, August 10 from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PMLearn how to master in-person and virtual interviews. Learn More New Administrators On-Boarding Part 1 When: Tuesday, August 10th at 12:00 p.m. Where: Akron Public Schools What: Event listing from Akron Public Schools: Tuesday, August 10 from 12:00 PM to 4:30 PMFor more information, call 330.761.3075. Learn More C7 Meeting - Firestone CLC 9-12 When: Tuesday, August 10th at 1:00 p.m. Where: Firestone CLC 9-12 What: Event listing from Firestone CLC 9-12: Tuesday, August 10 from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PMUsing room 165, 159 and restrooms. Contact Mark Zimmerman at 330-761-3275 with any questions. Learn More Virtual Party Games: Jackbox! - Firestone Park Branch Library When: Tuesday, August 10th at 3:00 p.m. Where: Firestone Park Branch Library What: Event listing from Firestone Park Branch Library: Tuesday, August 10 from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PMJoin other teens from Richfield and Northwest Akron as we play Jackbox games, an online platform that allows multiple people to play together from anywhere. For grades 6-12. Register fo... Learn More Summit Lake Neigborhood Farmer's Market When: Tuesday, August 10th at 4:00 p.m. Where: Let's Grow Akron Inc What: Event listing from Let's Grow Akron Inc: Tuesday, August 10 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PMSummit Lake Neighborhood Farmer's Market offers locally grown produce and value added products at affordable prices each week at the Summit Lake Community Center. Cash, credit, debit, EBT, WIC ... Learn More English for Beginners - North Hill Branch Library When: Tuesday, August 10th at 5:30 p.m. Where: North Hill Branch Library What: Event listing from North Hill Branch Library: Tuesday, August 10 from 5:30 PM to 7:45 PMThese beginning English classes are presented by Project Learn and focus on the beginning English language student. Call Project Learn at 330.434.9461 or visit www.projectlearnsummit.org to... Learn More Creating with Watercolor Crayons - Ellet Branch Library When: Tuesday, August 10th at 6:00 p.m. Where: Ellet Branch Library What: Event listing from Ellet Branch Library: Tuesday, August 10 from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PMTake crayons to the next level with watercolor crayons. Learn how to use wax-resist, wet-on-dry, and other techniques to make your own original artworks. Grades 6-12. Learn More Carve! Print! Repeat! - Goodyear Branch Library When: Tuesday, August 10th at 6:00 p.m. Where: Goodyear Branch Library What: Event listing from Goodyear Branch Library: Tuesday, August 10 from 6:00 PM to 7:45 PMRelief printmaking is the oldest type of printmaking, dating back to the Egyptians in 500 BCE. Learn the basic process for making linoleum linocuts. Registration begins July 27. Learn More BS vs. Tuslaw - Ellet High School When: Tuesday, August 10th at 6:00 p.m. Where: Ellet High School What: Event listing from Ellet High School: Tuesday, August 10 from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM Learn More Summer SIP - North High School When: Wednesday, August 11th at 12:00 a.m. Where: North High School What: Event listing from North High School: Wednesday, August 11 (all day) Learn More No School - I PROMISE School When: Wednesday, August 11th at 12:00 a.m. Where: I PROMISE School What: Event listing from I PROMISE School: Wednesday, August 11 (all day) Learn More Bridge - Springfield Twp Senior / Community Center When: Wednesday, August 11th at 10:00 a.m. Where: Springfield Twp Senior / Community Center What: Event listing from Springfield Twp Senior / Community Center: Wednesday, August 11 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PMhttp://www.springfieldtownship.us/calendar.aspx?EID=1001 Learn More Toddler Time: I Like to Rhyme All the Time When: Wednesday, August 11th at 10:30 a.m. Where: Akron-Summit County Public Library What: Event listing from Akron-Summit County Public Library: Wednesday, August 11 from 10:30 AM to 11:00 AMGet on your feet and stomp out a beat, as we bust a rhyme in Story Time! We'll sing songs and read some books that will make you take a second look. Register to attend this in... Learn More Outdoor Tai Chi Series - Akron-Summit County Public Library When: Wednesday, August 11th at 12:15 p.m. Where: Akron-Summit County Public Library What: Event listing from Akron-Summit County Public Library: Wednesday, August 11 from 12:15 PM to 1:00 PMStay active this summer! Slow movements and mindful breathing make Tai Chi the perfect exercise for all ages and physical abilities. Learn More Pick-A-Path Book Club - Firestone Park Branch Library When: Wednesday, August 11th at 3:30 p.m. Where: Firestone Park Branch Library What: Event listing from Firestone Park Branch Library: Wednesday, August 11 from 3:30 PM to 4:30 PMIn Pick-A-Path Book Club, a book club for grades 3-6, we all read the same interactive book and we meet at Firestone Park Branch to eat light snacks and talk about our different endin... Learn More Park Board Meeting - City of Fairlawn When: Wednesday, August 11th at 4:30 p.m. Where: City of Fairlawn What: Event listing from City of Fairlawn: Wednesday, August 11 from 4:30 PM to 11:59 PMhttp://www.fairlawn.us/calendar.aspx?EID=3337 Learn More Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA) - Springfield Township When: Wednesday, August 11th at 5:30 p.m. Where: Springfield Township What: Event listing from Springfield Township: Wednesday, August 11 from 5:30 PM to 11:59 PMhttp://www.springfieldtownship.us/calendar.aspx?EID=1241 Learn More Coin Collectors Club - Springfield Twp Senior / Community Center When: Wednesday, August 11th at 6:00 p.m. Where: Springfield Twp Senior / Community Center What: Event listing from Springfield Twp Senior / Community Center: Wednesday, August 11 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PMhttp://www.springfieldtownship.us/calendar.aspx?EID=674 Learn More Illustrative Landscapes: A Virtual Drawing Class When: Wednesday, August 11th at 6:30 p.m. Where: Highland Square Branch Library What: Event listing from Highland Square Branch Library: Wednesday, August 11 from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PMUsing basic shapes, line techniques, and shading, learn the process of developing perspective to create a landscape. Attendees need paper, pencil, and eraser. Register online, by ph... Learn More Free Webinar: Clean Energy Loans Backfired in Missouri. Will Ohio Be Different? When: Wednesday, August 11th at 7:00 p.m. Where: Zoom What: This fall, local governments across Ohio are considering expanding a residential clean energy loan program, known as Property Assessed Clean Energy or PACE, which is intended to help homeowners make energy-related improvements and lower their utility bills. A pilot of the prog... Learn More Planning Commission Meeting - City of Fairlawn When: Thursday, August 12th at 12:00 a.m. Where: City of Fairlawn What: Event listing from City of Fairlawn: Thursday, August 12 (all day)http://www.fairlawn.us/calendar.aspx?EID=3212 Learn More Freshmen Orientation (students) - Manchester High School When: Thursday, August 12th at 9:00 a.m. Where: Manchester High School What: Event listing from Manchester High School: Thursday, August 12 from 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM Learn More BOE Work Session - Fort Island Primary School When: Thursday, August 12th at 9:00 a.m. Where: Fort Island Primary School What: Event listing from Fort Island Primary School: Thursday, August 12 from 9:00 AM to 11:59 PM Learn More Comet Camp - Coventry Middle School When: Thursday, August 12th at 10:00 a.m. Where: Coventry Middle School What: Event listing from Coventry Middle School: Thursday, August 12 from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM For Coventry Middle School Incoming 5th Graders and New 6th-8th Graders Learn More Line Dance - Springfield Twp Senior / Community Center When: Thursday, August 12th at 10:30 a.m. Where: Springfield Twp Senior / Community Center What: Event listing from Springfield Twp Senior / Community Center: Thursday, August 12 from 10:30 AM to 1:30 PMhttp://www.springfieldtownship.us/calendar.aspx?EID=1053 Learn More Preschool Story Time: Fairy Tales - Akron-Summit County Public Library When: Thursday, August 12th at 10:30 a.m. Where: Akron-Summit County Public Library What: Event listing from Akron-Summit County Public Library: Thursday, August 12 from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AMIt's castles and dragons and adventures...oh my! We'll share fantastical stories, songs, and activities. Register to attend this in-person program. Learn More Preschool Story Time: Garden - Fairlawn-Bath Branch Library When: Thursday, August 12th at 11:00 a.m. Where: Fairlawn-Bath Branch Library What:Event listing from Fairlawn-Bath Branch Library: Thursday, August 12 from 11:00 AM to 11:30 AMEnjoy garden stories, songs, and rhymes with Miss Pam. Please register online, in person, or by phone. Learn More New Administrators On-Boarding Part 2 When: Thursday, August 12th at 12:00 p.m. Where: Akron Public Schools What: Event listing from Akron Public Schools: Thursday, August 12 from 12:00 PM to 4:30 PMFor more information, call 330.761.3075. Learn More Summer Movies: Dora and the Lost City of Gold When: Thursday, August 12th at 1:30 p.m. Where: Akron-Summit County Public Library What: Event listing from Akron-Summit County Public Library: Thursday, August 12 from 1:30 PM to 3:30 PMChill in our auditorium and enjoy the movie Dora and the Lost City of Gold, rated PG, 102 minutes. Learn More Game Day - Akron-Summit County Public Library When: Thursday, August 12th at 1:30 p.m. Where: Akron-Summit County Public Library What: Event listing from Akron-Summit County Public Library: Thursday, August 12 from 1:30 PM to 2:30 PMIt's "Game On" at the library with an afternoon of giant games and retro games. For grades 6 to 10. Register to attend this in-person program. Learn More Community Improvement Corporation - City of Fairlawn When: Thursday, August 12th at 4:00 p.m. Where: City of Fairlawn What: Event listing from City of Fairlawn: Thursday, August 12 from 4:00 PM to 11:59 PMhttp://www.fairlawn.us/calendar.aspx?EID=3012 Learn More Akron Inventors' Club - Akron-Summit County Public Library When: Thursday, August 12th at 5:00 p.m. Where: Akron-Summit County Public Library What: Event listing from Akron-Summit County Public Library: Thursday, August 12 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PMMeeting will feature a speaker talking about some aspect of invention or innovation. Learn More Robotics Parent Meeting - Firestone CLC 9-12 When: Thursday, August 12th at 5:30 p.m. Where: Firestone CLC 9-12 What: Event listing from Firestone CLC 9-12: Thursday, August 12 from 5:30 PM to 9:00 PMMeetings will be held in the cafeteria. Please contact Sheri Stallsmith at 330-414-6044 with any questions. Learn More 5th Grade Open House/Orientation - Manchester Middle School When: Thursday, August 12th at 6:00 p.m. Where: Manchester Middle School What: Event listing from Firestone CLC 9-12: Thursday, August 12 from 5:30 PM to 9:00 PMMeetings will be held in the cafeteria. Please contact Sheri Stallsmith at 330-414-6044 with any questions. Learn More Seasonal Cooking Workshop: Carrot Hummus When: Thursday, August 12th at 6:00 p.m. Where: Let's Grow Akron Inc What: Event listing from Let's Grow Akron Inc: Thursday, August 12 from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PMDetails Chef Dannika Stevenson will be preparing Carrot Hummus virtually on Zoom. The first 20 people to register can pick up a FREE food kit at the… More https://www.facebook.com/events/526776... Learn More Art@The Speed of Life - Springfield-Lakemore Branch Library When: Thursday, August 12th at 6:00 p.m. Where: Springfield-Lakemore Branch Library What: Event listing from Springfield-Lakemore Branch Library: Thursday, August 12 from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PMJennie Thewlis will guide you through making a "boho chic" Sedona bracelet. Meet on the second Thursday of the month, 6 pm. Register by phone, online, or in person. Learn More Football Preview Game @ Sprinfield - North High School When: Thursday, August 12th at 6:00 p.m. Where: North High School What: Event listing from North High School: Thursday, August 12 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM Learn More Board of Trustees Meeting - Springfield Township When:Thursday, August 12th at 6:00 p.m. Where: Springfield Township What: Event listing from Springfield Township: Thursday, August 12 from 6:00 PM to 11:59 PMhttp://www.springfieldtownship.us/calendar.aspx?EID=1226 Learn More When: BS vs. Springfield - Ellet High School When: Thursday, August 12th at 6:00 p.m. Where: Ellet High School What: Event listing from Ellet High School: Thursday, August 12 from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM Learn More Creation Lab: Origami Studio - Highland Square Branch Library When: Friday, August 13th at 3:30 p.m. Where: Highland Square Branch Library What: Event listing from Highland Square Branch Library: Friday, August 13 from 3:30 PM to 4:30 PMLearn how to create and design a variety of different origami! For children of all skill levels. This program was inspired by Sadako Peace Day and the Paper Crane Project. Registration ... Learn More GS vs. Woodridge - Ellet High School When: Friday, August 13th at 6:00 p.m. Where: Ellet High School What: Event listing from Ellet High School: Friday, August 13 from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM Learn More TENTATIVE Dance Picnic - Miller South School VPA 4-8 When: Saturday, August 14th at 12:00 a.m. Where: Miller South School VPA 4-8 What: Event listing from Miller South School VPA 4-8: Saturday, August 14 (all day) Learn More Goodyear Half Marathon & 10k - Akron Marathon When: Saturday, August 14th at 3:30 a.m. Where: Akron Marathon What: Event listing from Akron Marathon: Saturday, August 14 at 3:30 AMDetails The Goodyear Half Marathon & 10k brings the iconic landmarks of Goodyear right under your feet for a unique and unforgettable racing… More https://www.facebook.com/events/1831397803694716 Learn More Goodyear Half Marathon & 10k, August 14, 2021 in Akron When: Saturday, August 14th at 6:30 a.m. Where: Goodyear Headquarters What: The Goodyear Half Marathon & 10k brings the iconic landmarks of Goodyear right under your feet for a unique and unforgettable racing experience. Check out the historic World Headquarters and campus before setting a personal record on Goodyear's Akron Proving Grounds. On S... Learn More Summer Band Camp - Kenmore-Garfield High School When: Saturday, August 14th at 7:15 a.m. Where: Kenmore-Garfield High School What: Event listing from Kenmore-Garfield High School: Saturday, August 14 from 7:15 AM to 2:00 PM Learn More Preschool Take It Make It Craft: Dragonfly When: Saturday, August 14th at 10:00 a.m. Where: Fairlawn-Bath Branch Library What: Event listing from Fairlawn-Bath Branch Library: Saturday, August 14 from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PMPick up a clothespin dragonfly craft to make at home, while supplies last. Learn More Book Sale : Friends of the Firestone Park Branch Library When: Saturday, August 14th at 10:00 a.m. Where: Firestone Park Branch Library What: Event listing from Firestone Park Branch Library: Saturday, August 14 from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PMHundreds of used books, CDs, and DVDs on sale for all ages. All items will be sold by the bag at a flat price (no individual items sold). Proceeds benefit the Firestone Park Branch Li... Learn More Using Historical Newspapers in Your Genealogy Research When: Saturday, August 14th at 10:30 a.m. Where: Akron-Summit County Public Library What: Event listing from Akron-Summit County Public Library: Saturday, August 14 from 10:30 AM to 12:00 PMLearn about significant clues that historic newspapers can bring to your genealogy research. Learn More See all the local events posted by your neighbors, or add your own, on the Akron Patch community calendar. Editor's note: This article was automatically generated based on event information mainly provided by community members. Patch has not independently verified most of this information, always check with organizers to confirm posted events are proceeding as planned. Click on any event in the list for more details. 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