Happy weekend, Akron! In today’s happening-today edition: Recycle Right campaign, Gin Blossoms live, and a 2004 Pokémon throwback tournament + events worth checking out today & tomorrow.
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01 — Worth knowing In the newsThree local stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
Expanding local business access: 7 17 Credit Union opened a second Akron branch in the AES building focused on business banking, and announced $10,000 for a major park project and $11,000 to United Way -- see the branch opening.
Race day details ahead: Akron Marathon Race Series will begin June 27 at 7 a.m. at InfoCision Stadium, adding a one-mover family wave and one-hour start for children, with routes throughout Downtown Akron -- see what’s planned this year.
Recycling gets a new push: Akron and Keep Akron Beautiful kicked off a new Recycle Right campaign this week, with curbside cart checks and Oops tags for non-recyclables, giving residents real-time feedback to improve recycling -- see what’s changing now.
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03 — On our radar
Local business spotlightNearby spots we'd actually send a friend to.
Low-key luxe in Akron: Alexander Pierce Restaurant brings classic steakhouse and seafood comforts, handcrafted cocktails, and that tucked-away courtyard entrance that feels like a little secret. Grab a table or one of the private screen suites, settle in, and let it turn a regular weeknight into an occasion.
Camp close to home: Need a quick nature reset without committing to a road trip? Nimisila Campgrounds has low-key tent vibes, calm water for paddling, and enough shoreline to make your morning coffee taste better than it should, so pack a book, maybe a rod, and let the week unclench a bit.
Weeknight swing tune-up: Ohio Golf Club is the no-excuses indoor setup for sneaking in real swings when weather or life blows up your tee time. Grab a bay, tame the slice, and head home smugly knowing you got legit reps without leaving Akron.
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05 — The event calendar Around town today & tomorrowOur favorite events going on the rest of this weekend. Dates, times, and locations are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
🥾 Hunt Farm All Day Hike @ Hunt Farm Visitors Center- Cuyahoga Valley National Park (Cuyahoga Falls) | Saturday (6/20) at 9:00 AM – Stretch those well-traveled calves for a 10-mile wander kicking off at Hunt Farm, across from Szalay's. We are strolling CVNP trails at a civilized, all-day pace, breaking for lunch in Peninsula. Think Camino-lite, minus the blisters, plus good company, and bragging rights.
☀ Summer Market @ Howe Meadow (Cuyahoga Falls) | Saturday (6/20) at 9:00 AM – Whether you’re stocking up or strolling with coffee, Howe Meadow’s Summer Market is your Saturday morning reset, rain or shine. Over 70 local farmers, producers, and artisans, SNAP and Senior vouchers welcome, plus a dog-free first hour to keep strollers, seniors, and little legs happy.
🌞 Summer Solstice Community Event @ Pilgrim Square & Sand Run | Saturday (6/20) at 9:30 AM – Celebrate the first day of summer properly, with a morning of mat Pilates in the plaza, a makers market, wellness pop ups, and good food. Bring your water bottle, your reusable tote, and that neighbor who knows everyone. Shop, stretch, chat, repeat.
✊ Juneteenth: Stronger Together @ Akron Urban League | Saturday (6/20) at 11:00 AM – Head to Akron Urban League for a Juneteenth celebration that actually feels like Akron. Live entertainment, community vendors, family fun, and Plannerz Place serving Soul Bowls, roast beef, pulled pork, mac and cheese, collard greens, and candied yams. Your grill can take the day off.
🧶 Foot Bag Make n Take Workshop @ Artisan Coffee | Saturday (6/20) at 12:00 PM – Remember when hacky sacks ruled the quad? Channel that glory at a make-your-own foot bag workshop at Artisan Coffee Shop in Ellet, supplies included, and fueled by caffeine. It’s $20, beginner friendly, and capped at 10, so your stitches, and your pride, get attention.
🎨 Juneteenth Paint & Sip @ Sweetbeats Sports & Soul Food Karaoke Bar | Saturday (6/20) at 2:30 PM – Celebrate Juneteenth the fun way at Sweetbeats, where your canvas, paint, and all the vibes are handled for $20, plus a lemon drop or margarita. First Lady K and DJ Pac Miszmo supply the music, you supply the sass, Akron supplies the neighborly nods.
🚗 Annual Father's Day Car Show @ Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens | Sunday (6/21) at 9:00 AM – Skip the brunch and take Dad to Stan Hywet’s Father’s Day car show, a full-throttle nod to A Century of Mopar. Expect gleaming muscle on Great Meadow, two Hollywood ’Cudas, a Touch-A-Truck for the kids, and an Akron-history exhibit. Less small talk, more small blocks. Live music & entertainment:
Want more? Browse our full events calendar | Submit an event |
06 — The Akron report Weather forecastToday — High: 75°F — Low: 56°F — Precip: 41%
A chance of rain showers between noon and 2pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 75. West wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 22 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. Later: A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 8pm. Mostly clear, with a low around 56. West wind 3 to 9 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
Tomorrow — High: 79°F — Low: 60°F — Precip: 12%
Mostly sunny, with a high near 79. West wind around 5 mph. Later: Rain likely between 8pm and 11pm, then rain and a chance of thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 60. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts between three quarters and one inch possible. This house is wildThis refined Willow Creek ranch pairs low-maintenance cluster living with polished, new-construction style. Wide-plank oak floors, warm greige walls, and matte black accents set the tone, while the vaulted great room centers on a stone gas fireplace. The quartz kitchen, first-floor owner’s suite, finished lower level, and Revere Local Schools add serious appeal.
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