This Week's Upcoming Akron Area Events

Akron OH

06 September, 2021

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AKRON, OH — Wondering what there is to do this week? Don't miss what's new on your Akron Patch community calendar. Here's a roundup of local events coming up in the area this week. If you're wondering how you can get your event 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 a few events happening this week in and around Akron: Launch of PTSA Mum Sale - NIHF STEM High School When: Tuesday, September 7th at 12:00 a.m. Where: NIHF STEM High School What: Event listing from NIHF STEM High School: Tuesday, September 7 (all day) Learn More Bath Community Park: StoryWalk® Trail When: Tuesday, September 7th at 12:00 a.m. Where: Fairlawn-Bath Branch Library What: Event listing from Fairlawn-Bath Branch Library: Tuesday, September 7 from 12:00 AM to 11:59 PMDuring September enjoy â��If You Take a Mouse to School" by Laura Numeroff. The trail, located in Bath Community Park, 1615 North Cleve-Mass Rd., is at the back, and between the playgrou... Learn More Ditigal Learning Path Diagnostic I (Grades K-8) When: Tuesday, September 7th at 12:00 a.m. Where: Akron Public Schools What: Event listing from Akron Public Schools: Tuesday, September 7 through Friday, and September 10 Learn More Graphic Novel Lit Loot - Northwest Akron Branch Library When: Tuesday, September 7th at 10:00 a.m. Where: Northwest Akron Branch Library What: Event listing from Northwest Akron Branch Library: Tuesday, September 7 from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PMGrades 6-12 are invited to subscribe to the library's subscription box, "Lit Loot!" Each box this month will contain a few graphic novels to check out and an assortment of goodies. Learn More Otaku Lit Loot - Northwest Akron Branch Library When: Tuesday, September 7th at 10:00 a.m. Where: Northwest Akron Branch Library What: Event listing from Northwest Akron Branch Library: Tuesday, September 7 from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PMDo you love manga and Japanese culture? Register now to reserve Otaku Lit Loot, which includes the first volume of a popular manga series along with Japanese snacks and other goodie... Learn More Play Lab in the Childrenâ��s Library When: Tuesday, September 7th at 11:00 a.m. Where: Akron-Summit County Public Library What: Event listing from Akron-Summit County Public Library: Tuesday, September 7 from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PMChildren learn through play, and we like to play in the Children's Library! Call the Children's Library at 330.643.9050 to reserve a 30-minute slot for your family to explore an... Learn More Friends of Portage Lakes Library - Portage Lakes Branch Library When: Tuesday, September 7th at 11:00 a.m. Where: Portage Lakes Branch Library What: Event listing from Portage Lakes Branch Library: Tuesday, September 7 from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PMLooking for DVD's or CD's to add to your collection? Check out the large selection of audio and video materials available.All items under $1. Learn More Story Time: My Hair - Kenmore Branch Library When: Tuesday, September 7th at 11:00 a.m. Where: Kenmore Branch Library What: Event listing from Kenmore Branch Library: Tuesday, September 7 from 11:00 AM to 11:30 AMHow do you wear your hair? Join Miss Becky for stories about your wonderful hair. Learn More Mini Computer Clinic: Microsoft Excel When: Tuesday, September 7th at 1:00 p.m. Where: Akron-Summit County Public Library What: Event listing from Akron-Summit County Public Library: Tuesday, September 7 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PMOne hour virtual classes focused on specific topics in Microsoft Excel. Register for one, some, or all. Learn More MS in Auditorium - East CLC 9-12 When: Tuesday, September 7th at 1:30 p.m. Where: East CLC 9-12 What: Event listing from East CLC 9-12: Tuesday, September 7 from 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM Learn More Steel Band Auditions - Miller South School VPA 4-8 When: Tuesday, September 7th at 2:30 p.m. Where: Miller South School VPA 4-8 What: Event listing from Miller South School VPA 4-8: Tuesday, September 7 from 2:30 PM to 3:15 PM Learn More SIP Meeting - Miller South School VPA 4-8 When: Tuesday, September 7th at 3:30 p.m. Where: Miller South School VPA 4-8 What: Event listing from Miller South School VPA 4-8: Tuesday, September 7 from 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM Learn More Fall Play Auditions - Miller South School VPA 4-8 When: Tuesday, September 7th at 3:30 p.m. Where: Miller South School VPA 4-8 What: Event listing from Miller South School VPA 4-8: Tuesday, September 7 from 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM Learn More Volleyball vs. SVST - Ellet High School When: Tuesday, September 7th at 4:00 p.m. Where: Ellet High School What: Event listing from Ellet High School: Tuesday, September 7 from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM Learn More Varsity Tennis Match at Home - Kenmore-Garfield High School When: Tuesday, September 7th at 4:15 p.m. Where: Kenmore-Garfield High School What: Event listing from Kenmore-Garfield High School: Tuesday, September 7 from 4:15 PM to 5:15 PMvs Field Learn More Cheer Clinic/Tryouts - cafeteria - East CLC 9-12 When: Tuesday, September 7th at 5:00 p.m. Where: East CLC 9-12 What: Event listing from East CLC 9-12: Tuesday, September 7 from 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM Learn More Board of Audit and Review - City of Fairlawn When: Tuesday, September 7th at 6:00 p.m. Where: City of Fairlawn What: Event listing from City of Fairlawn: Tuesday, September 7 from 6:00 PM to 6:30 PMThe Board of Audit & Review will meet to approve purchase orders, award bids, and/or approve disbursements. http://www.fairlawn.us/calendar.aspx?EID=3348 Learn More 67th Annual Corn Roast (Everyone in Harmony) When: Tuesday, September 7th at 6:00 p.m. Where: Akron Derbytown Chorus What: Event listing from Akron Derbytown Chorus: Tuesday, September 7 from 6:00 PM to 11:59 PMDetails This year, Everyone is welcome. Join us for food, fun, and music! Society members require a $10 donation Barbershoppers & Guests are welcome https://www.facebook.com/events/59... Learn More BS vs. Massillon - Ellet High School When: Tuesday, September 7th at 6:00 p.m. Where: Ellet High School What: Event listing from Ellet High School: Tuesday, September 7 from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM Learn More Ellet CLC Girls Varsity Volleyball Game When: Tuesday, September 7th at 6:00 p.m. Where: Akron Public Schools What: Event listing from Akron Public Schools: Tuesday, September 7 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PMThe Ellet CLC girls varsity volleyball team will play St. Vincent-St. Mary High School at 6 p.m. on September 7. For tickets, visit https://akronschools.com/departments/athletics/tickets. Learn More Get Fit @ Goodyear: Self-Defense for Teens & Adults When: Tuesday, September 7th at 6:30 p.m. Where: Goodyear Branch Library What: Event listing from Goodyear Branch Library: Tuesday, September 7 from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PMLearn how to protect yourself in dangerous situations with or without the use of weapons. For teens (16+) and adults. Space is limited to 20 attendees. Registration begins August 24. Learn More A Funny Program About Funny Programs When: Tuesday, September 7th at 6:30 p.m. Where: Akron-Summit County Public Library What: Event listing from Akron-Summit County Public Library: Tuesday, September 7 from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PMJoin us as award-winning local author and pop culture historian Martin Gitlin regals us with sitcom history! Learn More Firestone CLC Varsity Girls Volleyball Game When: Tuesday, September 7th at 6:30 p.m. Where: Akron Public Schools What: Event listing from Akron Public Schools: Tuesday, September 7 from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PMThe Firestone CLC girls varsity volleyball team will play Massillon Washington High School at 6:30 p.m. on September 7. For tickets, visit https://akronschools.com/departments/athletics/tickets. Learn More City Council Meeting - City of Fairlawn When: Tuesday, September 7th at 6:30 p.m. Where: City of Fairlawn What: Event listing from City of Fairlawn: Tuesday, September 7 from 6:30 PM to 11:59 PMhttp://www.fairlawn.us/calendar.aspx?EID=3259 Learn More Making Art...Sustainable Practices w/ Ron Shelton When: Tuesday, September 7th at 7:00 p.m. Where: Akron Soul Train What: Event listing from Akron Soul Train: Tuesday, September 7 from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PMDetails Akron Soul Train resident artist Ron Shelton will be joined by Cathi Lehn PhD of Sustainable Cleveland and Mila Susnjar of Summit Reworks… More https://www.facebook.com/events/218526516869... Learn More HPS Fall Picture Day - Herberich Primary School When: Wednesday, September 8th at 12:00 a.m. Where: Herberich Primary School What: Event listing from Herberich Primary School: Wednesday, September 8 (all day) Learn More Principal Meeting - Akron Public Schools When: Wednesday, September 8th at 7:30 a.m. Where: Akron Public Schools What: Event listing from Akron Public Schools: Wednesday, September 8 from 7:30 AM to 12:00 PMFor more information, call 330.761.3075. Learn More Employee of Distinction - Goodwill Industries of Akron When: Wednesday, September 8th at 8:30 a.m. Where: Goodwill Industries of Akron What: Event listing from Goodwill Industries of Akron: Wednesday, September 8 from 8:30 AM to 10:00 AMDetails Goodwill Industries serving Summit, Portage, Medina, Ashland and Richland Counties invites area employers to nominate their outstanding… More https://www.facebook.com/events... Learn More Baby Time - Akron-Summit County Public Library When: Wednesday, September 8th at 10:30 a.m. Where: Akron-Summit County Public Library What: Event listing from Akron-Summit County Public Library: Wednesday, September 8 from 10:30 AM to 11:00 AMAn active story time for children from birth to 2 years old with an adult caregiver. We combine music, story, and play to engage our youngest learners. Register to attend thi... Learn More Introduction to Intellectual Property When: Wednesday, September 8th at 12:15 p.m. Where: Akron-Summit County Public Library What: Event listing from Akron-Summit County Public Library: Wednesday, September 8 from 12:15 PM to 12:45 PMLearn about the different types of intellectual property and how best to protect your creative work. Learn More Basic Computer Class Series - Fairlawn-Bath Branch Library When: Wednesday, September 8th at 1:00 p.m. Where: Fairlawn-Bath Branch Library What: Event listing from Fairlawn-Bath Branch Library: Wednesday, September 8 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PMFree hands-on computer classes. Registration is required and opens August 24. Learn how to use the mouse, keyboard, Windows 10, folders, the Internet and more. Attend one class or t... Learn More STEM Marshmallow Shooters - Kenmore Branch Library When: Wednesday, September 8th at 2:00 p.m. Where: Kenmore Branch Library What: Event listing from Kenmore Branch Library: Wednesday, September 8 from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PMMake a Marshmallow shooter craft with a kit from the Library. Kits will be available starting Wed, Sept 1. If you would like more instruction, register online for a Zoom link to attend the... Learn More After School Hangout - Springfield-Lakemore Branch Library When: Wednesday, September 8th at 3:30 p.m. Where: Springfield-Lakemore Branch Library What: Event listing from Springfield-Lakemore Branch Library: Wednesday, September 8 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 Volleyball vs. Cuyahoga Falls - Ellet High School When: Wednesday, September 8th at 4:00 p.m. Where: Ellet High School What: Event listing from Ellet High School: Wednesday, September 8 from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM Learn More Residential Housing Assistance Board Meeting When: Wednesday, September 8th at 5:00 p.m. Where: City of Fairlawn What: Event listing from City of Fairlawn: Wednesday, September 8 from 5:00 PM to 11:59 PMhttp://www.fairlawn.us/calendar.aspx?EID=3365 Learn More Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA) - Springfield Township When: Wednesday, September 8th at 5:30 p.m. Where: Springfield Township What: Event listing from Springfield Township: Wednesday, September 8 from 5:30 PM to 11:59 PMhttp://www.springfieldtownship.us/calendar.aspx?EID=1242 Learn More DIY Necklace - Maple Valley Branch Library When: Wednesday, September 8th at 6:00 p.m. Where: Maple Valley Branch Library What: Event listing from Maple Valley Branch Library: Wednesday, September 8 from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PMUsing only five supplies, you will make a simple but elegant necklace. Make it fancy to wear with evening attire or make it casual to wear with a t-shirt and jeans. Join us to see w... Learn More GS vs. North - Ellet High School When: Wednesday, September 8th at 6:00 p.m. Where: Ellet High School What: Event listing from Ellet High School: Wednesday, September 8 from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM Learn More Coin Collectors Club - Springfield Twp Senior / Community Center When: Wednesday, September 8th at 6:00 p.m. Where: Springfield Twp Senior / Community Center What: Event listing from Springfield Twp Senior / Community Center: Wednesday, September 8 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PMhttp://www.springfieldtownship.us/calendar.aspx?EID=675 Learn More Cheer Parent Meeting - cafe - East CLC 9-12 When: Wednesday, September 8th at 6:30 p.m. Where: East CLC 9-12 What: Event listing from East CLC 9-12: Wednesday, September 8 from 6:30 PM to 7:15 PM Learn More City Series Volleyball Games - Akron Public Schools When: Thursday, September 9th at 12:00 a.m. Where: Akron Public Schools What: Event listing from Akron Public Schools: Thursday, September 9 (all day)Junior varsity starts at 4:45 p.m.; varsity starts at 6 p.m.: East CLC at North, Buchtel CLC at Ellet CLC and Firestone CLC at Kenmore-Garfield. For more information, call 330.761.2813. For tickets, visit ... Learn More City Series Cross-Country Meet - Akron Public Schools When: Thursday, September 9th at 12:00 a.m. Where: Akron Public Schools What: Event listing from Akron Public Schools: Thursday, September 9 (all day)City Series cross-country meets are at Goodyear Metro Park beginning at 5 p.m.: North vs. East CLC, Kenmore-Garfield vs. Ellet CLC and Firestone CLC vs. Buchtel CLC. For more information, call 330.761.2813. Learn More Support Administrator Meeting - Akron Public Schools When: Thursday, September 9th at 7:30 a.m. Where: Akron Public Schools What: Event listing from Akron Public Schools: Thursday, September 9 from 7:30 AM to 12:00 PMFor more information, call 330.761.3075. Learn More Picture Day - Akron Early College High School When: Thursday, September 9th at 9:00 a.m. Where: Akron Early College High School What: Event listing from Akron Early College High School: Thursday, September 9 from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM Learn More PTA Meeting - Nolley Elementary When: Thursday, September 9th at 9:00 a.m. Where: Nolley Elementary What: Event listing from Nolley Elementary: Thursday, September 9 at 9:00 AM Learn More Big Book Sale - Akron-Summit County Public Library When: Thursday, September 9th at 10:00 a.m. Where: Akron-Summit County Public Library What: Event listing from Akron-Summit County Public Library: Thursday, September 9 from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PMMiss browsing the library book sales? Now is your chance to stock up your collection! Learn More Preschool Story Time: Pocket, Pocket, What's in the Pocket? When: Thursday, September 9th at 10:30 a.m. Where: Akron-Summit County Public Library What: Event listing from Akron-Summit County Public Library: Thursday, September 9 from 10:30 AM to 11:00 AMPeek in my pocket and you will see ... a Story Time full of surprises! Register to attend this in-person program. Learn More All Ages Story Time - Northwest Akron Branch Library When: Thursday, September 9th at 10:30 a.m. Where: Northwest Akron Branch Library What: Event listing from Northwest Akron Branch Library: Thursday, September 9 from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AMJoin Miss Mindy for stories, rhymes, and music. Pick up a weekly Take and Make activity at the front desk. Intended for preschoolers but all ages are welcome. Register to receive... Learn More New Administrators On-Boarding Part 3 When: Thursday, September 9th at 12:00 p.m. Where: Akron Public Schools What: Event listing from Akron Public Schools: Thursday, September 9 from 12:00 PM to 4:30 PMFor more information, call 330.761.3075. Learn More Thespian Meeting - Firestone CLC 9-12 When: Thursday, September 9th at 3:20 p.m. Where: Firestone CLC 9-12 What: Event listing from Firestone CLC 9-12: Thursday, September 9 from 3:20 PM to 4:20 PMMeeting in both the auditorium and room 165. Contact Mark Zimmerman at 330-761-3275 with any questions. Learn More Pick-A-Path Book Club - Firestone Park Branch Library When: Thursday, September 9th at 3:30 p.m. Where: Firestone Park Branch Library What: Event listing from Firestone Park Branch Library: Thursday, September 9 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 endi... Learn More STEM Club: Super Structures - Maple Valley Branch Library When: Thursday, September 9th at 4:00 p.m. Where: Maple Valley Branch Library What: Event listing from Maple Valley Branch Library: Thursday, September 9 from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PMSTEM can be a bridge to a successful future! Join Sylvan Learning Center of Fairlawn in building bridges and testing their strength. How many library books can the bridges hold? Drop i... Learn More Community Improvement Corporation - City of Fairlawn When: Thursday, September 9th at 4:00 p.m. Where: City of Fairlawn What: Event listing from City of Fairlawn: Thursday, September 9 from 4:00 PM to 11:59 PMhttp://www.fairlawn.us/calendar.aspx?EID=3013 Learn More Volleyball vs. Buchtel - Ellet High School When: Thursday, September 9th at 4:00 p.m. Where: Ellet High School What: Event listing from Ellet High School: Thursday, September 9 from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM Learn More Paws for Reading - Northwest Akron Branch Library When: Thursday, September 9th at 4:00 p.m. Where: Northwest Akron Branch Library What:Event listing from Northwest Akron Branch Library: Thursday, September 9 from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PMPractice your reading skills by reading aloud to Calli and Lizzie. Bring a book from home or read one of ours! This is a great way for children to practice their literacy skills. Learn More JV/Varsity Volleyball Game at Home - Kenmore-Garfield High School When: Thursday, September 9th at 4:30 p.m. Where: Kenmore-Garfield High School What: Event listing from Kenmore-Garfield High School: Thursday, September 9 from 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM All start times are JV,Varsity to directly follow v. Firestone Learn More Akron Inventors' Club - Akron-Summit County Public Library When: Thursday, September 9th at 5:00 p.m. Where: Akron-Summit County Public Library What: Event listing from Akron-Summit County Public Library: Thursday, September 9 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, September 9th at 5:30 p.m. Where: Firestone CLC 9-12 What: Event listing from Firestone CLC 9-12: Thursday, September 9 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 Let's Grow Akron Seasonal Cooking Workshop: Okra Stew When: Thursday, September 9th at 6:00 p.m. Where: Kenmore Branch Library What: Event listing from Kenmore Branch Library: Thursday, September 9 from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PMJoin Let's Grow Akron for monthly cooking demonstrations hosted by the Kenmore Branch Library. Zoom participation with a local chef is unlimited. Food kits are available for the first 20 re... Learn More Art@The Speed of Life - Springfield-Lakemore Branch Library When: Thursday, September 9th at 6:00 p.m. Where: Springfield-Lakemore Branch Library What: Event listing from Springfield-Lakemore Branch Library: Thursday, September 9 from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PMAdd a little whimsy to your Halloween decor with a spooky Halloween gnome. Second Thursday of the month, 6 pm. Register by phone, online, or in person. Learn More Board of Trustees Meeting - Springfield Township When: Thursday, September 9th at 6:00 p.m. Where: Springfield Township What: Event listing from Springfield Township: Thursday, September 9 from 6:00 PM to 11:59 PMhttp://www.springfieldtownship.us/calendar.aspx?EID=1227 Learn More CHS Picture Day - Coventry High School When: Friday, September 10th at 8:30 a.m. Where: Coventry High School What: Event listing from Springfield Township: Thursday, September 9 from 6:00 PM to 11:59 PMhttp://www.springfieldtownship.us/calendar.aspx?EID=1227 Learn More Out of No Way w/ Ephraim Nehemiah Opening Reception When: Friday, September 10th at 11:00 a.m. Where: Akron Soul Train What: Event listing from Akron Soul Train: Friday, September 10 from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PMDetails "Out of No Way" is an interactive installation by performance poet and visual artist Ephraim Nehemiah. The exhibit explores the impact of… More https://www.facebook.com/events/20829523793... Learn More WOVEN: w/ Ron Shelton & Nicole Condon-Shih Opening Reception When: Friday, September 10th at 11:00 a.m. Where: Akron Soul Train What: Event listing from Akron Soul Train: Friday, September 10 from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PMDetails Two artists coming together in new exhibition here in A.S.T.'s main gallery. Ron Shelton and Nicole Condon-Shih presents Woven: The Human X… More https://www.facebook.com/events/564426684... Learn More Play Mahjong - Portage Lakes Branch Library When: Friday, September 10th at 1:00 p.m. Where: Portage Lakes Branch Library What: Event listing from Portage Lakes Branch Library: Friday, September 10 from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PMMahjong is a fun game of skill and luck enjoyed by millions of enthusiasts around the world. All those interested in this fascinating game, both novice and seasoned players, are welcome! Learn More OPEN M 2021 Gala - Open M When:Friday, September 10th at 3:00 p.m. Where: Open M What: Event listing from Open M: Friday, September 10 at 3:00 PMDetails Save the date for the OPEN M Gala, the organization's annual fundraising celebration, on Friday, September 10, 2021 at St. George's in… More https://www.facebook.com/events/476813456954118 Learn More When: Creation Lab: Hojalata Tin Art - Highland Square Branch Library When: Friday, September 10th at 3:00 p.m. Where: Highland Square Branch Library What: Event listing from Highland Square Branch Library: Friday, September 10 from 3:30 PM to 4:30 PMHojalata (tin or tinplate in Spanish) is a colorful form of Mexican folk-art. Learn to create your own in this workshop! For children of all artistic skill levels. Registration is re... Learn More FB, Band & Cheer - Dover Football Game When: Friday, September 10th at 3:30 p.m. Where: East CLC 9-12 What: Event listing from East CLC 9-12: Friday, September 10 from 3:30 PM to 11:00 PMreturn time is approximate Door @2, room 106 and RR Learn More Featured Event: Red Fish Blue Fish Touring presents Anne E. DeChant When: Saturday, September 11th at 8:00 p.m. Where: Akron Civic Theatre What: The intimacy of folk melded with the energy of rock. Moving and powerful, Anne E. DeChant is a storyteller at the zenith of her craft. DeChant's Americana folk/pop groove alternates between kickin' rock, moving ballads, and feel-good vibes that take you up, down, and all aro... Learn More Check out more awesome local events, 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.