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| March events in Downtown Akron *Do Downtown emails are sent the 1st and 3rd weeks of the month. Please share this newsletter with a friend or recommend they sign up by sending an email to [email protected] |
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Reimagining the Civic Commons
"Design is thinking carefully about the things we put in the world"
You are invited to join us on April 4 through April 15 at
Cascade Plaza in Downtown Akron and Summit Lake as we try new ideas to see how we can build better public spaces where everyone can gather to celebrate and connect to their community.
 In Downtown Akron
As the gateway to the Cuyahoga Valley National Park, we will celebrate our park heritage by placing a log cabin on Cascade Plaza to serve as a free public space for meetings and social activities. Outdoor programs such as nature walks, guided bicycle tours, games, music and yoga classes will be offered throughout the two weeks, as well as a
happy hour event on April 8 from 5-8 p.m.
The cabin is available for use from 8 a.m.-8 p.m. during the weekday and 10 a.m.-10 p.m. during the weekends from April 4 to April 15. Individuals and organizations can utilize the cabin for meetings or social gatherings, and volunteers will be collecting feedback from people that use the space to better understand what they might like to see and do in the future. If you are interested in volunteering, please complete
this form.
To schedule your meeting or social gathering, please complete the request form
here (
you will be required to create a free account on Submittable). For more information about scheduling the Cascade Cabin, please contact Kelli Fetter, Director of Events for Downtown Akron Partnership at
[email protected].
For a full list of the Reimagining the Civic Commons activities and programs at the Cascade Cabin and Summit Lake, please visit
the event Facebook page or contact Katelyn Freil, Communications Coordinator, Ohio & Erie Canalway Coalition at
[email protected] or visit their
website.
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Arts & Culture
Akron Art Museum
Thursdays, March 24, 31, 11 a.m.-9 p.m.
The Nightlight
March 25-27, 29-31, times vary
Akron Art Museum
Thursday, March 31, 6:30 p.m.
Rubber City Shakespeare Company
April 1-17, Thurs.-Sat., 7:30 p.m. & Sun., 2 p.m.
The Bit Factory
April 1-2, 6-10 p.m.
Northside District, North High Street, East & West Market St.
Saturday, April 2, 5-10 p.m.
E.J. Thomas Hall - The University of Akron
Sunday, April 3, 3 p.m.
Akron Civic Theatre
Wednesday/Thursday, April 6-7, 9:45 a.m., 12:30 p.m.
Summit Artspace
Through April 24, Fridays/Saturdays, 12-5 p.m.
Akron Art Museum
Through April 24, 2016
Summit Artspace
Through April 30, Thurs/Fri, 12-7 p.m.; Sat. 12-5 p.m.
PULP
Akron Art Museum
Through July 31
Snack
Akron Art Museum
Through September 3, 2016
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Entertainment
Uncorked Wine Bar
March 24, 8-11 p.m.
John S. Knight Center
Friday, March 25, 3-8:30 p.m. & Saturday, March 26, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Baxter's
Mondays, March 28, April 4, 8-11 p.m.
Uncorked Wine Bar
Mondays, March 28, April 4, 7-9 p.m.
Akron Civic Theatre
Tuesday, March 29, 7:30 p.m.
Geeks Who Drink Pub Quiz Night!
Jilly's Music Room
Tuesdays, March 29, April 5, 8 p.m.
Jilly's Music Room
Wednesday, March 30, 5:30 p.m.
E.J. Thomas Hall - The University of Akron
Thursday, March 31, 7:30 p.m.
Akron Civic Theatre
Friday, April 1, 7 p.m.
Summit Artspace
Friday, April 1, 7-9 p.m.
Game Night
The Coffee Pot Cafe
Saturday, March 5, 5 p.m.-midnight
Akron Civic Theatre
Saturday, April 2, 8 p.m.
E.J. Thomas Hall - The University of Akron
Saturday, April 2, 8 p.m.
Akron Civic Theatre
Monday, April 4, 7:30 p.m.
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Family Friendly
Akron Art Museum
Thursday, March 24, 1-1:45 p.m.
Akron-Summit County Public Library
Thursdays, March 24, 31, 6 p.m.
Akron Zoo
Friday, March 25, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Saturday, March 26, 2-3 p.m.
Akron-Summit County Public Library
Sundays, March 27, April 3, 2 p.m.
Akron-Summit County Public Library
Wednesdays, March 30, April 6, 10:30 a.m.
Akron Civic Theatre
Sunday, April 3, 5 p.m.
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Shopping and Dining
Fish Fry
Hattie's Cafe & Gifts (in Canal Place)
Friday, March 25, 4-6 p.m.
Comic Book Club Saturday
74 E. Mill St.
Saturday, March 26, 12-5 p.m.
Bricco Sunday Brunch
Bricco
Sundays, March 27, April 3, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Akron Art Museum, Summit Artspace, Main Library
Saturday, April 2, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Downtown Akron Artwalk
Saturday, April 2, 5-10 p.m.
Happy Hour on Cascade Plaza
Cascade Plaza
Friday, April 8, 5-8 p.m.
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Information, Workshops & Community
The Software Guild
Thursday, March 24, 6-8 p.m.
D.I.Y. Note Card Class with Jen Davis of smARTStudio
Akron Art Museum
Thursday, March 24, 6-9 p.m.
Akron Art Museum
Thursday, March 24, 6:30 p.m.
Jilly's Music Room
Thursday, March 24, 5:30 p.m.
Akron-Summit County Public Library
Saturday, March 26, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
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Sports & Recreation
Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railraod/Akron Northside Station
Saturday, April 2, 9, 10:45 a.m.
Cascade Plaza
April 4-15
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Downtown Akron Passport 2016 (Mar-Apr)
Akron Antiquarian Book Fair ($5 value)
Friday, March 25, 3-8:30 p.m. OR Saturday, March 26, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. - John S. Knight Center, 77 E. Mill St.
The 34th NOBS Akron Antiquarian Book & Paper Fair features roughly 40 dealers with a wide range of books and paper collectibles.
Any day in 2016 (times vary) - 30 N. High St.
Enjoy one free large popcorn (or $5 worth of other concessions). Valid during regular business hours.
Any business day in 2016- 106 N. Main St. 2nd Fl Akron 44308
One free mini palette painting in 2016. Reservations are required.
The Summit County Historical Society ($12 value)
April 6-30, 2016 - Wed-Sat from 1-4 p.m. (choose one date)
550 Copley Rd., Akron 44320
Visit the Perkins Stone Mansion and John Brown House as we open for the 2016 season. Two tickets per passport for one tour.
Rubber City Rollergirls bout ($13 value)
Any home bout in 2016 (April 16) | JSK Center
Free admission to any home bout in 2016.
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Do Downtown Promotion Highlight
blue: A Goodwill boutique
Enjoy this special offer
in March only!
Receive 10% off your total purchase on Tuesdays in March 2016 (8, 15, 22, 29) with your card.
Not valid on new goods or gift cards and cannot be combined with other offers. Downtown Akron location only.
Click here for info
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Distinctly Downtown
Rubber City Comics
Rubber City Comics began in a small room inside Quaker Square, where it was called "Quaker
Square Comics." There, the store sold comic books but also a conglomerate of kick-knacks such as souvenirs, T-shirts, candy and more.
Now at its new storefront in Downtown Akron, Rubber City Comics focuses on comics, graphic novels, action figures, apparel, and other collectables.
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Be social with DAP!
   Facebook, Instagram and Twitter are great ways to stay connected with what's happening in Downtown Akron. Share your experiences with us.
#downtownakron
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2016 Green & Clean
Fridays, April 22, 29, May 6, 20
9 a.m.-12 p.m. or 1:30-4:30 p.m.
Spring is coming and it's time to gear up for the 9th annual
Green & Clean.
This year we have made some exciting changes to the event. Green & Clean will start on Earth Day, April 22 and run Fridays through Friday, May 20
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Cleveland International Film Festival - Knight and Day in Akron
Friday, April 8 | Main Library
Saturday, April 9 | Akron Art Museum & The Nightlight
The Cleveland International Film Festival is proud to hold screenings in Akron for the sixth consecutive year. Enjoy screenings at the Akron-Summit County Public Library, Akron Art Museum and The Nightlight over two days.
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Crafty Mart
Mom & Pop Shoppe
Saturday, April 2 | 10am-4pm Summit Artspace, Akron Art Museum and Main Library
The Mom & Pop Shoppe returns
to downtown Akron just in time
for you to purchase beautiful handmade gifts for Mothers' Day, Fathers' Day, Graduation or our favorite reason: just because!
Click here to visit the Craft Mart website for complete details.
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Clean & Safe Ambassadors
 Call an ambassador to: Request an escort Report graffiti Report suspicious activity Request lockout assistance Request a battery jump Report public cleaning issues
Call 330-706-7383 for on-duty supervisor.
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Dining
 Downtown Akron Dining From casual eats to upscale dining, you'll find delicious food and great atmosphere when you choose to dine Downtown. Whether you're looking for a quick bite, or a place to linger over coffee, Downtown dining has it all. |
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Oddmall: Emporium
of the Weird
John S. Knight Center
Sat./Sun., April 30-May 1
With over 230 vendor booths, Oddmall is part art fair, part craft show, part comic con, part gaming festival, part cosplay extravaganza, part toy show, part antique show, part vintage fashion show, part geeksplosion, part music fest, part magic show, and part various undefinable othernesses. If it's fun, artsy, geeky, crafty or odd, chances are it can be found at Oddmall.
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Live Music
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Late Night
 Downtown Akron Late Night Seeing a show at E.J. Thomas or Akron Civic Theatre? Maybe a movie at The Nightlight or band at Jilly's or BLU Jazz? After the show Downtown Akron has several spots open for late night dining. Most are open past 10 p.m. - even later on the weekends. Click here to see what's open late night. |
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Friday Fish Fry - Last one!
Dinner includes Guiness
battered cod, cole slaw and a choice of chips, fries or a side salad for $6.99. Order it to go or dine in at the cafe.
www.hattiescafe.org
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Nightlife
Downtown Akron offers a unique nightlife experience. Enjoy a concert at the Akron Civic Theatre before drinks at Baxter's. Eat dinner at 3 Point then enjoy live music at Musica. Gallery hop from Summit Artspace to Akron Glass Works before hearing a local band at Jilly's in the Northside.
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Actors' Summit Theater: 15% off all adult tickets at all performances. Excludes Preview performances (first public performance of each production).
Akron Symphony: Buy one concert ticket, get one 50% off; tickets for kids age 18 & under, 50% off.
Akron Zoo:
Buy one admission, get one of equal or lesser value free
blue: A Goodwill Boutique: Receive 10% off your total purchase on Tuesdays in March 2016 (8, 15, 22, 29) with your card. Not valid on new goods or gift cards and cannot be combined with other offers. Downtown Akron location only.
Cilantro: 10% off food and non-alcoholic beverages (One deal per one card holder and only valid during lunch)
Diamond Deli: Purchase a sandwich and receive a chips and a soda fountain drink for free. One per cardholder. Dine in only.
Lock 3: Free ice skate rental on Thursdays and Fridays from 1-5 p.m. at Holidayfest ice skating rink (November-February). Only one skate rental per card.
The Lockview:
Buy one gourmet grilled cheese, get one half off during lunch hours only
The Peanut Shoppe: $0.50 off 1 pound of mixed nuts OR $0.25 off on a pound of peanuts in the shell - limit one per card holder.
Pita Pit: Receive free chips and 22 oz drink with purchase of any regular pita (in store only)
Pritt Entertainment Group: PEG is a creative agency that specializes in producing dynamic videos, animations and branding initiatives.
Tammy O's Hair Salon: 10% off any service
Totally Cooked to Go:
Free Totally Cooked thick and hearty Kettle Chips with the purchase of any sandwich or entrée or10% off any TC TOGO catering order. Call or e-mail for fine print details.
University of Akron Athletics Department Group rate tickets for each sport: $8 for men's basketball and soccer; $12 for football; $4 for women's basketball and soccer. All tickets are general admission. Based on availability and not valid for certain home games. Present your Do Downtown card at the box office to receive discount.
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Downtown Akron Partnership
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The Downtown Akron Partnership's mission is to promote and build a vibrant and valuable Downtown. Since its inception in 1995, the partnership has been a catalyst for enhancing the Downtown environment by supporting existing community programs, while also developing new, innovative programs designed to create interest in and to attract people to Downtown Akron. |
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A number of community partners, including
