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Parades and Festivals – Part 7
Each year they have a gathering where twins learn about genetics, health and other things. The highlight is the Double Take Parade. 2 thoughts on “Parades and Festivals – Part 7”. Twinsburg and a festival of twins. That is fun. Great photos. Like. when we lived in Ohio...
New Capriccio’s Restaurant to open in Solon
SOLON, Ohio –Capriccio’s Restaurant will open this fall in the former Fisher’s American Tavern in Solon. The former restaurant, which closed in May, is being reimagined as an Italian eatery. When it reopens it will have an 89-seat dining room and a 22-seat patio. If you purchase...
Taste of Akron is lineup features 19 food trucks, 15 vendors Thursday, followed by Arts Expo
Foodies, unite. It's once again time for the Taste of Akron. The celebration of local foods, a precursor to the 45th annual Akron Arts Expo, will roll into Hardesty Park for an evening of noshing from 5 to 9 p.m. Thursday at 1615 W. Market St. The evening will feature appetizers, entrees and...
Nestle’s Solon facility changing the way people eat
Solon is home to Nestle USA’s meals division, pizza and snacking division and Nestle Professional Solutions at 30003 Bainbridge Road. The company – gthe city’s second largest with 2,398 employees as of 2023 according to the city – has a vision to become sustainable by 2050 and “leave the world better than we found it.”
Jaysuavemusic: Meet Juston Vetter, the Akron-Bred Artist Collaborating with Bobby Luv to Write for Industry Giants
There’s a new wave rising from the heart of Akron, Ohio, and it’s led by none other than Juston Vetter, the multi-talented artist known as Jaysuavemusic. If you haven’t heard his name yet, you’re about to – and it’s going to be everywhere. Jaysuavemusic’s...
Numbers Band Makes Their Annual Appearance at Akron Art Museum’s Downtown @ Dusk
Thu 7/25 @ 6:30-8PM Kent’s Numbers Band, which debuted in the summer of 1970, has plugged on without a break ever since, is one of northeast Ohio’s musical treasures. Fronted by intense, charismatic singer/songwriter/guitarist Robert Kidney, the band has forged its own distinctive sound out of rock and roll, blues and jazz. While clearly there’ve been many personnel changes in a band with such a long history, Bob’s multi-instrumentalist brother jack Kidney and sax/keyboards player Terry Hynde have been along for a significant chunk of the ride. The current band also features two more local music scene veterans: bassist Bill Watson and drummer Clint Alguire.
Karina Eleni, daughter of Akron actress Melina Kanakaredes, is summer artist at rock hall
Singer-songwriter Karina Eleni was born and raised in Los Angeles, but she is an Ohio native at heart. She has spent most of her summers and holidays here because this is where most of her family lives. “I love Akron,” she said. Swensons, Luigi’s, you name it. She...
Jaysuavemusic and Bobby Luv Reflect on Songwriting Journey
From the heart of Akron, Ohio, a young artist named Juston Vetter, better known as Jaysuavemusic, is making waves in the music industry. His latest move? Joining forces with Bobby Luv of CPT and OHB Music Group, marking a significant step in his already promising career. This isn’t just about dropping beats; it’s about building a legacy that leaves a lasting impact.
Dog and new cat aren’t exactly friends…yet: Strongsville Police Blotter
Dogs and cats, Bittersweet Court: On July 5, a concerned animal lover called police about a barking dog in a neighbor’s backyard on Bittersweet Court. The caller said the canine had been barking for 30 minutes. She was worried it was in danger due to the heat. If you...
You can step it up and circle the globe -- right in your own neighborhood
INDEPENDENCE, Ohio -- An Independence non-profit has helped encourage people to get so active that their total steps would have circled the world nine times. The Health Action Council works with businesses to promote fitness and wellness among their workers through a series of “Step It Up” challenges.
The Best Bagels & Lox in Akron, Northeast Ohio
One of my favorite breakfast and brunch dishes is a bagel with lox, capers and cream cheese. Tomato is optional, but you can keep the red onion. However, it seems like a rare find in Northeast Ohio. So I turned to my Instagram following to ask where they order a...
Along the Way: Accomplished Blossom violinist hails Kent's beauty
Kent area classical music lovers who attended the Kent State Blossom Music Festival’s Faculty Concert on July 10 at Ludwig Hall on campus received a musical treat plus a heart-warming compliment. The Poeisis Quartet, a sensational foursome, so accomplished and yet so young, seemingly set on its head the...
KSU Downtown Gallery continues long history featuring art from the region
First opening in 1997, the KSU Downtown Gallery has operated as a bridge between the city and the university, showcasing the work of local artists downtown for almost three decades. The gallery was formed under a different name and in a different building. It began as Gallery 138, like its...
Cleveland Orchestra delights with Mendelssohn, Berlioz and Beethoven at Blossom Music Center
CUYAHOGA FALLS, Ohio — There were plenty of midsummer smiles at The Cleveland Orchestra’s Blossom Music Center concert on Saturday, as Mendelssohn’s fairies cavorted, Veronique Gens’ lovely voice wafted forth, and Beethoven’s Seventh Symphony danced everyone to their feet. To begin, guest conductor Antonello Manacorda...
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