Akron Area Events: See What's Coming Up This Weekend

Akron OH

21 October, 2021

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AKRON, OH — Hoping for a family outing? Your Akron Patch community calendar is a great way to stay connected to what's happening near you and discover local events that fit your interests. Here are some events taking place in town this weekend. Want to add an upcoming event? Whether you're planning a festival, a talent show, or yoga in the park, there's no better place to share it than Patch's event calendar. As always, it's free to post an event in your community. To reach more people, you can promote your event and share it nearby for $1 per day per community. Here are all of this weekend's events in and near Akron: Senior Auction - NIHF STEM High School When: Thursday, October 21st at 1:00 p.m. Where: NIHF STEM High School What: Event listing from NIHF STEM High School: Thursday, October 21 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM This event was originally posted on a public calendar and distributed by Burbio. Please confirm event details with the host before attending. Have a correction? Contact us at content@p... Learn More Zombie Escape Room - North Hill Branch Library When: Thursday, October 21st at 3:00 p.m. Where: North Hill Branch Library What: Event listing from North Hill Branch Library: Thursday and October 21 from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PMTry your hand at this Escape Room as you try to outrun the zombies and get a vial of antidote for each member of your team! Be speedy because you only have one hour to solve all the puzzl... Learn More Family Academy Mental Wellness - East CLC 9-12 When: Thursday, October 21st at 4:00 p.m. Where: East CLC 9-12 What: Event listing from East CLC 9-12: Thursday, October 21 from 4:00 PM to 5:15 PMAuditorium, and if cheer practice gets cancelled they will be in cafe This event was originally posted on a public calendar and distributed by Burbio. Please confirm event details with the host bef... Learn More Let's Paint! - Springfield-Lakemore Branch Library When: Thursday, October 21st at 5:30 p.m. Where: Springfield-Lakemore Branch Library What: Event listing from Springfield-Lakemore Branch Library: Thursday, October 21 from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PMRelax and learn about the beauty of watercolors with volunteer Wendy on Thursday, October 21 at 5:30 pm Please register by phone, in person, or online. This event was originally... Learn More Black Box Theatre Performance - Firestone CLC 9-12 When: Thursday, October 21st at 5:30 p.m. Where: Firestone CLC 9-12 What: Event listing from Firestone CLC 9-12: Thursday, October 21 from 5:30 PM to 10:00 PMUsing the AUD, Arts Hallway, Commons, Restrooms, Concessions, 159, 165, dressing rooms. Performance starts at 7:00 p.m. Contact Mark Zimmerman at 330-761-3275 with any questions. This event wa... Learn More Sounds of Akron: Marc Lee Shannon - Kenmore Branch Library When: Thursday, October 21st at 6:00 p.m. Where: Kenmore Branch Library What: Event listing from Kenmore Branch Library: Thursday, October 21 from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PMJoin local artist Marc Lee Shannon for an evening of song and heartfelt stories expressing the message that the disease of addiction can be overcome and that there is hope for those that suf... Learn More Movies @Main - Akron-Summit County Public Library When: Thursday, October 21st at 6:30 p.m. Where: Akron-Summit County Public Library What: Event listing from Akron-Summit County Public Library: Thursday, October 21 from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PMIt creepsâ�¦ It crawlsâ�¦ It strikes without warning! The Thing is a sci-fi classic! This event was originally posted on a public calendar and distributed by Burbio. Pleas... Learn More Zombie Movies & More @ The Akron Art Museum When: Thursday, October 21st at 6:30 p.m. Where: Akron-Summit County Public Library What: Event listing from Akron-Summit County Public Library: Thursday, October 21 from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PMJoin us for a special screening of several ReelAbilities Film Festival Cleveland @ Akron selections about Zombies and so much more. This event was originally posted on a public c... Learn More Board of Zoning and Building Appeals When: Thursday, October 21st at 6:30 p.m. Where: City of Fairlawn What: Event listing from City of Fairlawn: Thursday, October 21 from 6:30 PM to 11:59 PMhttp://www.fairlawn.us/calendar.aspx?EID=3276 This event was originally posted on a public calendar and distributed by Burbio. Please confirm event details with the host before attending. H... Learn More Kenmore/Garfield Football vs. Firestone When: Thursday, October 21st at 7:00 p.m. Where: Ellet High School What: Event listing from Ellet High School: Thursday, October 21 from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM This event was originally posted on a public calendar and distributed by Burbio. Please confirm event details with the host before attending. Have a correction? Contact us at content@patch... Learn More Varsity Football Game vs Firestone at Ellet Stadium When: Thursday, October 21st at 7:00 p.m. Where: Kenmore-Garfield High School What: Event listing from Kenmore-Garfield High School: Thursday, October 21 from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM This event was originally posted on a public calendar and distributed by Burbio. Please confirm event details with the host before attending. Have a correction? Contact us at co... Learn More Brass Night Concert - Akron Public Schools When: Thursday, October 21st at 7:30 p.m. Where: Akron Public Schools What: Event listing from Akron Public Schools: Thursday, October 21 from 7:30 PM to 10:00 PMThis free concert features The University of Akron Brass Choir and brass studio ensembles. Face coverings are required. For more information, email [email protected]; or call 330.972.8301. ... Learn More End of 1st Quarter - Kenmore-Garfield High School When: Friday, October 22nd at 12:00 a.m. Where: Kenmore-Garfield High School What: Event listing from Kenmore-Garfield High School: Friday, October 22 (all day) This event was originally posted on a public calendar and distributed by Burbio. Please confirm event details with the host before attending. Have a correction? Contact us at [email protected],... Learn More Grades Close - Akron Public Schools When: Friday, October 22nd at 12:00 a.m. Where: Akron Public Schools What: Event listing from Akron Public Schools: Friday, October 22 (all day)Grades close for the first grading period on October 22. This event was originally posted on a public calendar and distributed by Burbio. Please confirm event details with the host before attending. Hav... Learn More Industry Field Experience (10th Grade) When: Friday, October 22nd at 12:00 a.m. Where: NIHF STEM High School What: Event listing from NIHF STEM High School: Friday, October 22 (all day) This event was originally posted on a public calendar and distributed by Burbio. Please confirm event details with the host before attending. Have a correction? Contact us at [email protected], ... Learn More Google Drive/Photo Series - Odom Boulevard Branch Library When: Friday, October 22nd at 12:00 p.m. Where: Odom Boulevard Branch Library What: Event listing from Odom Boulevard Branch Library: Friday, October 22 from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PMJoin us for a two-class series about Google Drive and cloud storage. Learn how to save, retrieve, download, and upload files, folders, and photos to and from Google Drive. This event w... Learn More Senior Work Day and Pep Rally - NIHF STEM High School When: Friday, October 22nd at 1:00 p.m. Where: NIHF STEM High School What: Event listing from NIHF STEM High School: Friday, October 22 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM This event was originally posted on a public calendar and distributed by Burbio. Please confirm event details with the host before attending. Have a correction? Contact us at content@pat... Learn More Closing Reception: Intersections - Cummings Center for the History of Psychology When: Friday, October 22nd at 4:00 p.m. Where: Cummings Center for the History of Psychology What: Event listing from Cummings Center for the History of Psychology: Friday, October 22 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PMDetails Intersections: Archives Inspiring Art showcases artwork inspired by a unique photograph collection from the Archives of the History of… More https://www.facebook... Learn More Buchtel Football vs. Ellet - Ellet High School When: Friday, October 22nd at 7:00 p.m. Where: Ellet High School What: Event listing from Ellet High School: Friday, October 22 from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM This event was originally posted on a public calendar and distributed by Burbio. Please confirm event details with the host before attending. Have a correction? Contact us at [email protected]... Learn More Octubafest Concert - Akron Public Schools When: Friday, October 22nd at 7:30 p.m. Where: Akron Public Schools What: Event listing from Akron Public Schools: Friday, October 22 from 7:30 PM to 10:00 PMThis free concert includes solo and ensemble student performances under the direction of Chris Blaha. Face coverings are required. For more information, email [email protected]; or call 330.9... Learn More High School Fall Play - Manchester High School When: Saturday, October 23rd at 12:00 a.m. Where: Manchester High School What: Event listing from Manchester High School: Saturday, October 23 (all day) This event was originally posted on a public calendar and distributed by Burbio. Please confirm event details with the host before attending. Have a correction? Contact us at [email protected], ... Learn More ACT - Manchester High School When: Saturday, October 23rd at 12:00 a.m. Where: Manchester High School What: Event listing from Manchester High School: Saturday, October 23 (all day) This event was originally posted on a public calendar and distributed by Burbio. Please confirm event details with the host before attending. Have a correction? Contact us at [email protected], ... Learn More Family Fit with BuildABody: Strength and Flexibility When: Saturday, October 23rd at 11:00 a.m. Where: Odom Boulevard Branch Library What: Event listing from Odom Boulevard Branch Library: Saturday, October 23 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PMBuildABody will guide our families in healthy activities to build strength and flexibility while also having fun. This event was originally posted on a public calendar and distribut... Learn More Summit Academy Akron-Secondary School Steel Drum Army When: Saturday, October 23rd at 11:30 a.m. Where: Kenmore Branch Library What: Event listing from Kenmore Branch Library: Saturday, October 23 from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PMThis talented ensemble will have you clapping and smiling! This concert will showcase the skills of students with a wide variety of physical and learning disabilities. Refreshments provided... Learn More Tie Dye T-Shirts - Kenmore Branch Library When: Saturday, October 23rd at 11:30 a.m. Where: Kenmore Branch Library What: Event listing from Kenmore Branch Library: Saturday, October 23 from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PMCreate your own tie-dye t-shirt while you listen to the music of steel drums. Bring your own white t-shirt to dye. Shirts provided for those who do not have one (while supplies last). This ... Learn More North Football vs. East - Ellet High School When: Saturday, October 23rd at 12:00 p.m. Where: Ellet High School What: Event listing from Ellet High School: Saturday, October 23 from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM This event was originally posted on a public calendar and distributed by Burbio. Please confirm event details with the host before attending. Have a correction? Contact us at content@patc... Learn More DIY Fidget Toys - Goodyear Branch Library When: Saturday, October 23rd at 1:00 p.m. Where: Goodyear Branch Library What: Event listing from Goodyear Branch Library: Saturday, October 23 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PMFor children ages 4 â�� 9. Make these toys with simple everyday items. If you feel stressed or worried, these easy-to-make toys may help you unwind and are just plain fun. This event was o... Learn More Anime Afternoon - Ellet Branch Library When: Saturday, October 23rd at 2:00 p.m. Where: Ellet Branch Library What: Event listing from Ellet Branch Library: Saturday, October 23 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PMAnime, crafts, and snacks. This event was originally posted on a public calendar and distributed by Burbio. Please confirm event details with the host before attending. Have a correction... Learn More The Mysteries of Tarot - Northwest Akron Branch Library When: Saturday, October 23rd at 2:00 p.m. Where: Northwest Akron Branch Library What: Event listing from Northwest Akron Branch Library: Saturday, October 23 from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PMCurious about the Tarot? Come learn more about the art and symbolism of this popular and beloved system of fortune telling. No readings will be given at this presentation and registr... Learn More Meet the Author Benjamin Lipford - Maple Valley Branch Library When: Saturday, October 23rd at 2:00 p.m. Where: Maple Valley Branch Library What: Event listing from Maple Valley Branch Library: Saturday, October 23 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PMJoin local author Benjamin Lipford for a book signing. You can register by calling the branch at 330.864.5721, visiting the branch in-person, or registering online. This event was origi... Learn More Haunted Gingerbread Houses - Akron-Summit County Public Library When: Saturday, October 23rd at 2:00 p.m. Where: Akron-Summit County Public Library What: Event listing from Akron-Summit County Public Library: Saturday, October 23 from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PMFamilies can build and decorate a spooky gingerbread house together (limit one house per family). Register online, by phone, or in person to attend this in-person program. This e... Learn More The Wolf Conservation Center's Virtual Field Trip When: Saturday, October 23rd at 2:00 p.m. Where: Highland Square Branch Library What: Event listing from Highland Square Branch Library: Saturday, October 23 from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PMLearn about wolf history, biology, and behavior. See the WCC's ambassador wolves, who will receive snacks and enrichment through this virtual visit. Register online, by phone, or in... Learn More Teen Day of the Dead and Halloween Celebration When: Saturday, October 23rd at 3:00 p.m. Where: Akron-Summit County Public Library What: Event listing from Akron-Summit County Public Library: Saturday, October 23 from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PMJoin us to celebrate festive fall holidays by decorating sugar skulls and bowling with pumpkins! Register online, by phone, or in person.to attend this in-person program. This ev... Learn More High School Fall Play (1:00 PM Dinner) When: Sunday, October 24th at 12:00 a.m. Where: Manchester High School What: Event listing from Manchester High School: Sunday, October 24 (all day) This event was originally posted on a public calendar and distributed by Burbio. Please confirm event details with the host before attending. Have a correction? Contact us at [email protected], ... Learn More Halloween Rubber City Road Rally When: Sunday, October 24th at 1:30 p.m. Where: John Brown House What: Enjoy Akron's Halloween Decorations at the Summit County Historical Society's 2021 Rubber City Road Rally, Sunday, Oct. 24. Start at the John Brown House and then follow the map to discover the most ghastly and most extravagant Halloween decorations in the city. The event ... Learn More Lakefront Center Rented - Springfield Twp Senior / Community Center When: Sunday, October 24th at 2:30 p.m. Where: Springfield Twp Senior / Community Center What: Event listing from Springfield Twp Senior / Community Center: Sunday, October 24 from 2:30 PM to 4:30 PMhttp://www.springfieldtownship.us/calendar.aspx?EID=1408 This event was originally posted on a public calendar and distributed by Burbio. Please confirm event details ... Learn More Choral Concert - Akron Public Schools When: Sunday, October 24th at 4:00 p.m. Where: Akron Public Schools What: Event listing from Akron Public Schools: Sunday, October 24 from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PMJoin The University of Akron choirs in their return to live performances with their concert "Resilience," celebrating the resilience of love, faith, community and choral singing. Works celebrati... Learn More Begin 2nd quarter - Kenmore-Garfield High School When: Monday, October 25th at 12:00 a.m. Where: Kenmore-Garfield High School What: Event listing from Kenmore-Garfield High School: Monday, October 25 (all day) This event was originally posted on a public calendar and distributed by Burbio. Please confirm event details with the host before attending. Have a correction? Contact us at [email protected],... Learn More Virtual Toddler Time: Sounds All Around When: Monday, October 25th at 10:30 a.m. Where: Akron-Summit County Public Library What: Event listing from Akron-Summit County Public Library: Monday, October 25 from 10:30 AM to 11:00 AMGet noisy with stories, songs, and activities! Register to receive a Zoom link. This event was originally posted on a public calendar and distributed by Burbio. Please conf... Learn More Tween Skull Rock Decorating - Goodyear Branch Library When: Monday, October 25th at 5:00 p.m. Where: Goodyear Branch Library What: Event listing from Goodyear Branch Library: Monday, October 25 from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PMCome and join us as we decorate rocks with skulls for Halloween! This program will be offered both in person and on Zoom. Register online, by phone, or in person. This event was originally po... Learn More Mini Computer Clinic: Microsoft Excel When: Monday, October 25th at 6:00 p.m. Where: Firestone Park Branch Library What: Event listing from Firestone Park Branch Library: Monday, October 25 from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PMOne hour classes focused on specific topics in Microsoft Excel. Register for one class, a few, or all. This event was originally posted on a public calendar and distributed by Burbio. ... Learn More Trick-or-Treat Bag Design - Fairlawn-Bath Branch Library When: Monday, October 25th at 6:00 p.m. Where: Fairlawn-Bath Branch Library What: Event listing from Fairlawn-Bath Branch Library: Monday, October 25 from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PMTransform a canvas tote into a trick-or-treat bag to match your Halloween costume! Please register in-person, online, or by phone. This event was originally posted on a public calendar a... Learn More Taxes in Retirement Seminar When: Tuesday, October 26th at 6:30 p.m. Where: Barberton Public Library What: THE NEW TAX AND FINANCIAL RULES HAVE CHANGED. Understand the potential impact taxes have on your retirement income. LIMITED SEATING AVAILABLE: MUST CLICK HERE TO REGISTER If you're nearing retirement or already retired, you need to understand how taxes (including the new chang... Learn More Taxes in Retirement Seminar (Enlighten 567 Workshops) Movers and Shakers with Marissa Lange When: Tuesday, October 26th at 10:15 a.m. Where: Ellet Branch Library What: Event listing from Ellet Branch Library: Tuesday, October 26 from 10:15 AM to 11:15 AMA music class for children and their adults to sing, dance, and play together! Presented by music educator Marissa Leonino Lange. Register online, by phone, or in person. This event was origi... Learn More Story Time: Halloween - Kenmore Branch Library When: Tuesday, October 26th at 11:00 a.m. Where: Kenmore Branch Library What: Event listing from Kenmore Branch Library: Tuesday, October 26 from 11:00 AM to 11:30 AMJoin Miss Becky for some frightful books, spooky songs, and a howling good time! Prizes for kids who wear their costumes. Register online, by phone, or in person. This event was originally ... Learn More Tween & Teen Tuesdays: Halloween Paper Circuits When: Tuesday, October 26th at 3:30 p.m. Where: Maple Valley Branch Library What: Event listing from Maple Valley Branch Library: Tuesday, October 26 from 3:30 PM to 4:30 PMWhat could possibly be spookier than science? Join Ms. Teria to make your own very spooky paper circuit. Register online, by phone, or in person. This event was originally posted on a pu... Learn More It's The Great Pumpkin Paint-A-Thon (School Age) When: Tuesday, October 26th at 4:00 p.m. Where: Kenmore Branch Library What: Event listing from Kenmore Branch Library: Tuesday, October 26 from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PMThis is open to all school-age children from preschool through grade twelve. You must register for this program to paint a pumpkin. Register online, by phone, or in person. This event was ori... Learn More Challenge Island Haunted Mansion - Northwest Akron Branch Library When: Tuesday, October 26th at 5:00 p.m. Where: Northwest Akron Branch Library What: Event listing from Northwest Akron Branch Library: Tuesday, October 26 from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PMChallenge Island is here to bring the ultimate spooky challenge at 5 pm. Those in 5th-8th grade will complete STEM activities under the theme Haunted Mansion. Register online, by phon... Learn More Fall Choir Concert - Firestone CLC 9-12 When: Tuesday, October 26th at 5:00 p.m. Where: Firestone CLC 9-12 What: Event listing from Firestone CLC 9-12: Tuesday, October 26 from 5:00 PM to 9:30 PMFall Choir Concert begins at 7:00 p.m. Using the Auditorium and room 173. Contact Megan Meyer with any questions. This event was originally posted on a public calendar and distributed by Burbio.... Learn More Comics and Cookies - Portage Lakes Branch Library When: Tuesday, October 26th at 6:00 p.m. Where: Portage Lakes Branch Library What: Event listing from Portage Lakes Branch Library: Tuesday, October 26 from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PMJoin us as we check out our children's and teen comic/graphic novel collection. Talk about your favorites and see what's new, as well as have a snack. See you at this in-person event! T... Learn More Evening Halloween Story Time - Highland Square Branch Library When: Tuesday, October 26th at 6:00 p.m. Where: Highland Square Branch Library What: Event listing from Highland Square Branch Library: Tuesday, October 26 from 6:00 PM to 6:45 PMJoin Miss Jill for spooky stories, rhymes, flannel board stories, songs, & movement and make some spooky slime. Geared for ages 3-5 but all ages are welcome. Register online, by p... Learn More Monsters are Universal - Akron-Summit County Public Library When: Tuesday, October 26th at 6:30 p.m. Where: Akron-Summit County Public Library What: Event listing from Akron-Summit County Public Library: Tuesday, October 26 from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PMLargely Literary Theater Company co-founders Sara Showman and Mark Dawidziak regal us with lighthearted sketches about Hollywood's Golden Age of Horror This event was originally p... Learn More Health Hero Flu Shots - Coventry High School When: Wednesday, October 27th at 12:00 a.m. Where: Coventry High School What: Event listing from Coventry High School: Wednesday, October 27 (all day) This event was originally posted on a public calendar and distributed by Burbio. Please confirm event details with the host before attending. Have a correction? Contact us at [email protected], ... Learn More 7th grade Hearing & Vision screening When: Wednesday, October 27th at 8:00 a.m. Where: East CLC 9-12 What: Event listing from East CLC 9-12: Wednesday, October 27 from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PMpossible LRC, Auditorium This event was originally posted on a public calendar and distributed by Burbio. Please confirm event details with the host before attending. Have a correction? Contac... Learn More Baby Time: Halloween Fun! - Akron-Summit County Public Library When: Wednesday, October 27th at 10:30 a.m. Where: Akron-Summit County Public Library What:Event listing from Akron-Summit County Public Library: Wednesday, October 27 from 10:30 AM to 11:00 AMDress your little one in their favorite costume for this special Halloween Baby Time. Register online, by phone, or in person to attend this in-person program. This event was ... 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. You can also reach out to [email protected] with any questions or other feedback about this article.