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Happy weekend, Akron! In today’s edition: Brunch at The Eye Opener, an FDA-approved frostbite breakthrough, Paul McCartney: Man on the Run, and more. Let’s get to it!
— Cait Baker
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🏆 Most popular this week
Curated by popular demand — here are this week’s most-clicked events, local spots, and stories.
Brunch, but make it Akron: At The Eye Opener, classic comfort shines with Red Eye Hash, buttery eggs Benedict, and a Bloody Mary lineup that fixes morning. Cozy, locals-first energy invites lingering… and when the week steamrolls you, this spot helps you regroup and refuel.
A gentler final farewell: CodaPet, a veterinarian-owned startup, has launched in-home pet euthanasia services in Akron and nearby communities, with Dr. Brittany Rizzo serving families seeking compassionate end-of-life care for their pets — get all the details.
All-ages community nights ahead: Tuesday events will bring free family fun to First & Main in 2026, with music, food, games, and giveaways, hosted by Northeast Ohio Parent and sponsored by Akron Children’s Hospital — see what’s planned for Tuesdays.
Initiative streamlines housing approvals: Akron-based Grassroots Architecture was chosen to design the city’s pre-approved home plans, aiming to speed infill. Work is expected to take four months and conclude by April 30, 2026 — read the full story.
Breakthrough in frostbite care: Akron Children’s Hospital says a newly FDA-approved drug, Iloprost, has sharply cut frostbite amputations since December, after treating nearly 20 patients, many of them homeless, with success rates rising significantly — read the full story.
Feline fix, no pressure: One of A Kind Pet Rescue houses adoptable cats ready for scritches and new homes, with a team that thoughtfully matches personalities. Expect a mood lift, and the start of a roommate story might await.
Gold continues to hold strong: After its best year in decades, gold remains near historic highs as investors look for stability amid inflation and debt. GoldCo has a free guide that covers everything you need to know. They’re also offering up to 10% free gold & silver – check it out here.
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🔥 Worth a peek
We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we genuinely think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week:
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👤 Black History Month Art Series: Silhouettes and Shadows @ Highland Square Branch Library | Monday (2/16) at 6:00 PM – Give the kids a break from screens, no glue cleanup required, with a Black History Month art series from local P31 Art & Design. They’ll upcycle collages, make paper magnets, and play with silhouettes, come to one or all, and register online or in person.
🎷 Dukes of Darrowville @ Russo’s Restaurant | Tuesday (2/17) at 11:30 AM – Clock out early and slide into Russo’s for Fat Tuesday lunch with the Dukes of Darrowville. Expect toe-tapping New Orleans jazz in the Louis Armstrong vein, plus plates that taste like Bourbon Street without the airfare, beads, or regrettable decisions.
🥞 Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper @ St. John’s Episcopal Church | Tuesday (2/17) at 5:00 PM – If you need a righteous excuse to eat carbs on a Tuesday, this is it. Free pancakes, a little holy mischief, and neighbors swapping stories on Fat Tuesday as we help clean out the pantry before Lent, come hungry and leave virtuously smug.
🏠 Gabby’s Dollhouse Live @ Akron Civic Theatre | Wednesday (2/18) at 6:00 PM – Your small human’s entire personality is currently Gabby’s Dollhouse, so lean in and take them to the live version, presented by Walmart. Expect giant colors, bouncy songs, and interactive cat shenanigans, plus plenty of photo ops, snacks, and the priceless post-show nap.
🎺 The Music Man @ E.J. Thomas Hall | Wednesday (2/18) at 7:30 PM – Whether you grew up humming Seventy-Six Trombones, or you’re introducing the kids, The Music Man delivers charm, big choruses, and mischief. It’s wholesome without being sleepy, perfect for date night, grandparents, and anyone who secretly loves a good barbershop harmony.
🎬 Paul McCartney: Man on the Run @ The Nightlight | Thursday (2/19) at 7:30 PM – Hit The Nightlight for Man on the Run, a new Paul McCartney doc packed with rare footage, unreleased tracks, and a surprisingly candid post-Beatles portrait. One night only, Thursday, February 19, so snag tickets before it disappears faster than a Beatles reunion rumor.
🐟 Lenten Fish Fry @ Ralph Huff VFW Post 1062 | Friday (2/20) at 5:00 PM – Grab a tray and settle in for a Friday fish fry, where hand-breaded perch steals the show with light seasoning, a golden crunch, and two sides. Not feeling fish? Go crispy chicken or jumbo shrimp, then claim a seat at the table, and dig in.
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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📻 Akron report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 46°F – Low: 31°F – Precip: 0%
Mostly sunny, with a high near 46. West wind around 5 mph. Later: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 31. South wind around 2 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 49°F – Low: 30°F – Precip: 11%
Partly sunny, with a high near 49. South wind around 5 mph. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 30.
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