This Week's Upcoming Akron Area Events

Akron OH

23 August, 2021

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AKRON, OH — Looking to spend a night out with friends? Check out what's new on your Akron Patch community calendar. Here are some events taking place in town this week. Want to add an upcoming event? Whether you're planning a career fair, a barbecue, or fashion show, there's no better place to share it than Patch's event calendar. You can also spread the word in nearby communities by promoting your event. The cost is $1 per day per community. Here are a few events happening this week in the Akron area: Open House (Grades K-2) - Harris - Jackson CLC K-5 When: Monday, August 23rd at 3:00 p.m. Where: Harris - Jackson CLC K-5 What: Event listing from Harris - Jackson CLC K-5: Monday, August 23 from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM Learn More Basketball Open Gym - Firestone CLC 9-12 When: Monday, August 23rd at 3:30 p.m. Where: Firestone CLC 9-12 What: Event listing from Firestone CLC 9-12: Monday and August 23 from 3:30 PM to 7:30 PMSplit time between boys & girls teams - not together. Using the ACT gym. Contact Brian Fuller at [email protected] with questions. Learn More Open House (Grades 3-5) - Harris - Jackson CLC K-5 When: Monday, August 23rd at 4:00 p.m. Where: Harris - Jackson CLC K-5 What: Event listing from Harris - Jackson CLC K-5: Monday and August 23 from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM Learn More Needlework: Close-Knit Crochet Club - Firestone Park Branch Library When: Monday, August 23rd at 6:00 p.m. Where: Firestone Park Branch Library What: Event listing from Firestone Park Branch Library: Monday, August 23 from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PMWe don't just crochet! Join us to learn knitting and looming techniques, and to spend a fun hour chatting. We'll even try our hand at a non-needlework craft project on occasion. Learn More Theatre Picnic - Miller South School VPA 4-8 When: Monday, August 23rd at 6:00 p.m. Where: Miller South School VPA 4-8 What: Event listing from Miller South School VPA 4-8: Monday, August 23 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM Learn More Buchtel CLC Girls VarsityVolleyball Game When: Monday, August 23rd at 7:00 p.m. Where: Akron Public Schools What: Event listing from Akron Public Schools: Monday, August 23 from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PMThe Buchtel CLC girls varsity volleyball team will play Canton McKinley High School at 7 p.m. on August 23. For tickets, visit https://akronschools.com/departments/athletics/tickets. Learn More FIPS Picture Day - Fort Island Primary School When: Tuesday, August 24th at 12:00 a.m. Where: Fort Island Primary School What: Event listing from Fort Island Primary School: Tuesday, August 24 (all day) Learn More Instructional Improvement Day - East CLC 9-12 When: Tuesday, August 24th at 12:00 a.m. Where: East CLC 9-12 What: Event listing from East CLC 9-12: Tuesday, August 24 (all day) Learn More NO SCHOOL - Instructional Improvement Days When: Tuesday, August 24th at 12:00 a.m. Where: Akron Public Schools What: Event listing from Akron Public Schools: Tuesday, August 24 through Friday, August 27August 24-27 are Instructional Improvement Days for teachers. There is no school for students. Learn More Instructional Improvement Day-No school for students When: Tuesday, August 24th at 12:00 a.m. Where: Kenmore-Garfield High School What: Event listing from Kenmore-Garfield High School: Tuesday, August 24 through Friday, August 27 Learn More Vital Vax and Go - COVID-19 Vaccine Pop-up Event When: Tuesday, August 24th at 10:00 a.m. Where: North Hill Branch Library What: Event listing from North Hill Branch Library: Tuesday, August 24 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AMNo appointments are needed. Insurance cards (if available) and IDs, as well as IDs/birth certificates for those 12-17 years old are required. In partnership with Summa Health and Summit C... Learn More Story Time: Planet Earth - Kenmore Branch Library When: Tuesday, August 24th at 11:00 a.m. Where: Kenmore Branch Library What: Event listing from Kenmore Branch Library: Tuesday, August 24 from 11:00 AM to 11:30 AMCome into the library to join Miss Becky for songs, dancing, and stories about our home, planet Earth! Learn More Mystery Craft Kit - Portage Lakes Branch Library When: Tuesday, August 24th at 11:00 a.m. Where: Portage Lakes Branch Library What: Event listing from Portage Lakes Branch Library: Tuesday, August 24 from 11:00 AM to 11:30 AMRegister to pick up a mystery craft bag. Each bag will contain different items. Be creative & create using everything in the bag. Log on to Zoom to show your project and be entered... Learn More Basic Computer Class Series - Maple Valley Branch Library When: Tuesday, August 24th at 11:00 a.m. Where: Maple Valley Branch Library What: Event listing from Maple Valley Branch Library: Tuesday, August 24 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PMFree hands-on computer classes. Registration is required and opens July 24. Learn how to use the mouse, keyboard, Windows 10, folders, the Internet and more. Attend one class or the ent... Learn More Akron Student engineering & LSTA - East CLC 9-12 When: Tuesday, August 24th at 2:30 p.m. Where: East CLC 9-12 What: Event listing from East CLC 9-12: Tuesday, August 24 from 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM Learn More Teen/Tween Paint & Popsicles Palooza! When: Tuesday, August 24th at 4:00 p.m. Where: Kenmore Branch Library What: Event listing from Kenmore Branch Library: Tuesday, August 24 from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PMRelax and paint with friends after the first day back to class in the cool of the library. Paint supplies and popsicles provided. Open to students in 5-12 grade. Learn More BS vs. Painesville Harvey - Ellet High School When: Tuesday, August 24th at 6:00 p.m. Where: Ellet High School What: Event listing from Ellet High School: Tuesday, August 24 from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM Learn More Bee Creative! Virtual Class on Zoom for Adults When: Tuesday, August 24th at 7:00 p.m. Where: Highland Square Branch Library What: Event listing from Highland Square Branch Library: Tuesday, August 24 from 7:00 PM to 7:30 PMMake a Rope Bee Hive Craft. Register in person, by phone, or online beginning July 12. Kits can be picked up at the Highland Square Branch Library beginning on Wednesday, August 11. Learn More Open House - Coventry Middle School When: Tuesday, August 24th at 7:30 p.m. Where: Coventry Middle School What: Event listing from Coventry Middle School: Tuesday, August 24 from 7:30 PM to 9:00 PM Learn More Virtual Toddler Time: Noises in the Night When: Wednesday, August 25th at 10:30 a.m. Where: Akron-Summit County Public Library What: Event listing from Akron-Summit County Public Library: Wednesday, August 25 from 10:30 AM to 11:00 AMShhh! Did you hear that? Someone or something is lurking about. Join us for songs, stories, and rhymes about different noises in the night. Register to receive a Zoom link. Learn More New Student Programming - Firestone CLC 9-12 When: Wednesday, August 25th at 1:00 p.m. Where: Firestone CLC 9-12 What: Event listing from Firestone CLC 9-12: Wednesday, August 25 from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PMNew Student Programming in the auditorium and on the first floor. New building tours. Contact Aleesha Bradick at 330-761-3270 with questions. Learn More Princess Diana: Behind the Scenes - Akron-Summit County Public Library When: Wednesday, August 25th at 2:00 p.m. Where: Akron-Summit County Public Library What: Event listing from Akron-Summit County Public Library: Wednesday, August 25 from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PMA two part biographical program about the life Princess Diana. Learn More Hooks and Books and Garden Nooks: Virtual Edition When: Wednesday, August 25th at 2:00 p.m. Where: Highland Square Branch Library What: Event listing from Highland Square Branch Library: Wednesday, August 25 from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PMGather to talk about books, gardening, and crafts. Share what you are reading, your current garden projects, and craft ideas. Register online, by phone, or in person. Learn More After School Hangout - Springfield-Lakemore Branch Library When: Wednesday, August 25th at 3:30 p.m. Where: Springfield-Lakemore Branch Library What: Event listing from Springfield-Lakemore Branch Library: Wednesday, August 25 from 3:30 PM to 4:30 PMHang out at the library for snacks, crafts, games, and fun. Join us on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month, 3:30-4:30 pm. Learn More Open House/Orientation - East CLC 9-12 When: Wednesday, August 25th at 4:00 p.m. Where: East CLC 9-12 What: Event listing from East CLC 9-12: Wednesday, August 25 from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PMActually time 530-730 Learn More JV/Varsity Volleyball Game at James F. Rhodes When: Wednesday, August 25th at 4:30 p.m. Where: Kenmore-Garfield High School What: Event listing from Kenmore-Garfield High School: Wednesday, August 25 from 4:30 PM to 5:30 PMAll start times are JV, Varsity to directly follow. Learn More APS 3rd Grade Camp - Miller South School VPA 4-8 When: Wednesday, August 25th at 5:45 p.m. Where: Miller South School VPA 4-8 What: Event listing from Miller South School VPA 4-8: Wednesday, August 25 from 5:45 PM to 7:15 PM Learn More Art Journaling, Presented by Corinne Roberts When: Wednesday, August 25th at 6:30 p.m. Where: Highland Square Branch Library What: Event listing from Highland Square Branch Library: Wednesday, August 25 from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PMLearn quick sketching techniques to use in your travels, observing your personal environment in a new way. Attendees need paper, pencil, and eraser. Register online, by phone, or in... Learn More Bedtime Stories: The Perfect Pizza Pie When: Wednesday, August 25th at 7:00 p.m. Where: Goodyear Branch Library What: Event listing from Goodyear Branch Library: Wednesday, August 25 from 7:00 PM to 7:30 PMSilly stories about pizza! Enjoy stories, rhymes, and songs for young children with an activity to take home. Learn More Kent State University Classes Begin - Akron Public Schools When: Thursday, August 26th at 12:00 a.m. Where: Akron Public Schools What: Event listing from Akron Public Schools: Thursday, August 26 (all day) Learn More Picture Day - Coventry Middle School When: Thursday, August 26th at 12:00 a.m. Where: Coventry Middle School What: Event listing from Coventry Middle School: Thursday, August 26 (all day) Learn More NASA Aviation Event grades 9 & 10 - NIHF STEM High School When: Thursday, August 26th at 10:00 a.m. Where: NIHF STEM High School What: Event listing from NIHF STEM High School: Thursday, August 26 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM Learn More Preschool Story Time: Bugs Here, There, and Everywhere! When: Thursday, August 26th at 10:30 a.m. Where: Akron-Summit County Public Library What: Event listing from Akron-Summit County Public Library: Thursday, August 26 from 10:30 AM to 11:00 AMJoin us for a fun interactive exploration of all things bugs! We'll have some fun with stories, songs, movement and activities. Register to attend this in-person program. Learn More Baby Time with Miss Meile - Highland Square Branch Library When: Thursday, August 26th at 10:30 a.m. Where: Highland Square Branch Library What: Event listing from Highland Square Branch Library: Thursday, August 26 from 10:30 AM to 11:00 AMJoin Miss Meile for books, bounces, and play for little ones! For babies and toddlers under 24 months. Registration is required. Learn More Buchtel Cluster Back To School Carnival When: Thursday, August 26th at 4:00 p.m. Where: Buchtel CLC 9-12 What: Event listing from Buchtel CLC 9-12: Thursday, August 26 from 4:00 PM to 9:00 PMMain lobby, parking lot, front grassy area Learn More Arts Booster Picnic - Miller South School VPA 4-8 When: Thursday, August 26th at 6:00 p.m. Where: Miller South School VPA 4-8 What: Event listing from Miller South School VPA 4-8: Thursday, August 26 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM Learn More Ahead of the Curve - Akron-Summit County Public Library When: Thursday, August 26th at 6:30 p.m. Where: Akron-Summit County Public Library What: Event listing from Akron-Summit County Public Library: Thursday, August 26 from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PMReelAbilities Film Festival Cleveland @ Akron celebrates Akron Pride Festival! Join us for a screening and discussion with photographer Autumn Bland and disabilities/LGBTQ+ activi... Learn More Teen Advisory Board - Springfield-Lakemore Branch Library When: Thursday, August 26th at 6:30 p.m. Where: Springfield-Lakemore Branch Library What: Event listing from Springfield-Lakemore Branch Library: Thursday, August 26 from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PMTry new things, talk about your interests, and be creative while you earn volunteer hours. Learn More CHS Open House - Coventry High School When: Thursday, August 26th at 7:00 p.m. Where: Coventry High School What: Event listing from Coventry High School: Thursday, August 26 from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM Learn More Special Board of Audit and Review - City of Fairlawn When: Friday, August 27th at 9:00 a.m. Where: City of Fairlawn What: Event listing from City of Fairlawn: Friday, August 27 from 9:00 AM to 9:30 AMThe Board of Audit & Review will meet to approve purchase orders, award bids, and/or approve disbursements. http://www.fairlawn.us/calendar.aspx?EID=3362 Learn More FB, Band & Cheer - Massillon Perry Football Game When: Friday, August 27th at 3:30 p.m. Where: East CLC 9-12 What: Event listing from East CLC 9-12: Friday, August 27 from 3:30 PM to 9:30 PMreturn time is approximate Door @2, room 106 and RR Learn More Bicentennial Gazebo Rented - Springfield Twp Senior / Community Center When: Friday, August 27th at 4:00 p.m. Where: Springfield Twp Senior / Community Center What: Event listing from Springfield Twp Senior / Community Center: Friday, August 27 from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PMhttp://www.springfieldtownship.us/calendar.aspx?EID=1270 Learn More Football vs. Tallmadge - Ellet High School When: Friday, August 27th at 7:00 p.m. Where: Ellet High School What: Event listing from Ellet High School: Friday, August 27 from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM Learn More Football Game 2 @ Walsh - North High School When: Friday, August 27th at 7:00 p.m. Where: North High School What: Event listing from North High School: Friday, August 27 from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM Learn More Varsity Football Game at Norton - Kenmore-Garfield High School When: Friday, August 27th at 7:00 p.m. Where: Kenmore-Garfield High School What: Event listing from Kenmore-Garfield High School: Friday, August 27 from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM Learn More The Akron Equity March to Akron Pride Festival 2021 When: Saturday, August 28th at 7:00 a.m. Where: Akron Pride Festival What: Event listing from Akron Pride Festival: Saturday, August 28 at 7:00 AMDetails The Akron Equity March Step off is at 10 a.m. The March will begin on Main Street (near Spaghetti Warehouse) at 10 am and proceed to Lock 3… More https://www.facebook.com/events/201572307692950 Learn More JV Volleyball Tournament - Firestone CLC 9-12 When: Saturday, August 28th at 7:30 a.m. Where: Firestone CLC 9-12 What: Event listing from Firestone CLC 9-12: Saturday, August 28 from 7:30 AM to 4:00 PMUsing the main gym, ACT gym and concession stand. Contact coach Stacey Myers with questions. Learn More Akron Pride Festival 2021 - DOWNTOWN When: Saturday, August 28th at 8:00 a.m. Where: Akron Pride Festival What: Event listing from Akron Pride Festival: Saturday, August 28 from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PMGoing 1.5K Interested 3.9K Shares 392 https://www.facebook.com/events/725420907983249 Learn More Primary Kids Create: Yarn Painting - Fairlawn-Bath Branch Library When: Saturday, August 28th at 10:00 a.m. Where: Fairlawn-Bath Branch Library What: Event listing from Fairlawn-Bath Branch Library: Saturday, August 28 from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PMCreate a colorful masterpiece using yarn instead of paint! Pick up a kit with everything you need, while supplies last. Learn More Kids Yoga: Stories & Stretches - Highland Square Branch Library When: Saturday, August 28th at 11:00 a.m. Where: Highland Square Branch Library What: Event listing from Highland Square Branch Library: Saturday, August 28 from 11:00 AM to 11:40 AMJoin Miss Jill for simple yoga poses, stories, and songs. Geared to ages 3-6 with a caregiver. Please bring a yoga mat if you have one. If not, we have mats that you can borrow. Learn More Paws for Reading - Ellet Branch Library When: Saturday, August 28th at 11:00 a.m. Where: Ellet Branch Library What: Event listing from Ellet Branch Library: Saturday, August 28 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PMPractice your reading skills by reading aloud to our doggie pals. This is a great way for children to practice their literacy skills. Learn More Soccer Game at Washington (Massillion) When: Saturday, August 28th at 1:00 p.m. Where: Kenmore-Garfield High School What: Event listing from Kenmore-Garfield High School: Saturday, August 28 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM Schedule is subject to change. Learn More Buchtel CLC Varsity Football Game - Akron Public Schools When: Saturday, August 28th at 1:00 p.m. Where: Akron Public Schools What: Event listing from Akron Public Schools: Saturday, August 28 from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PMThe Buchtel CLC varsity volleyball team will play Chardon High School at 1 p.m. on August 28. For tickets, visit https://akronschools.com/departments/athletics/tickets. Learn More Northwest Adventurers Guild - Northwest Akron Branch Library When: Saturday, August 28th at 2:00 p.m. Where: Northwest Akron Branch Library What: Event listing from Northwest Akron Branch Library: Saturday, August 28 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PMWe welcome adventurers of all experience levels. The Northwest Adventurers' Guild typically meets one Saturday every month. Registration is required. Learn More Cheerleading Leadership Retreat - East CLC 9-12 When: Saturday, August 28th at 5:00 p.m. Where: East CLC 9-12 What:Event listing from East CLC 9-12: Saturday, August 28 from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM Learn More GS vs. Field - Ellet High School When: Saturday, August 28th at 6:00 p.m. Where: Ellet High School What: Event listing from Ellet High School: Saturday, August 28 from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM Learn More The Akron Urban League Art of Renaissance Gala When: Saturday, August 28th at 6:00 p.m. Where: Akron Urban League What: Event listing from Akron Urban League: Saturday, August 28 from 6:00 PM to 11:00 PMDetails We invite you to join us on August 28, 2021 at the John S. Knight Center for an evening of dinner, music, auctions and more. All proceeds… More https://www.facebook.com/events/289432709... Learn More Check out more 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. You can also reach out to [email protected] with any questions or other feedback about this article.