Monday, May 8, at 9:30 PM
Ken Nordine, nationally known voice-over and commercial recording artist, is featured in a new local production that is the work of Uniontown resident Carl Palmer of Wild Life Media. KEN NORDINE: VIDEO FOR THE EAR celebrates Chicago’s oldest living hipster and original beatnik. Musical and performance artist Laurie Anderson provides narration for the production.
Thursday, May 18, at 8:30 PM
Friday, May 19, at 1:30 AM
From its immense benefits to commerce in the 1800s to its present-day natural, historic and recreational importance, the Ohio and Erie Canal has impacted life in Ohio and the nation.
Monday, May 22, at midnight
Tuesday, May 23, at 9:30 PM
Wednesday, May 24, at 2:30 AM
Through World War II veterans’ personal accounts of real life during the war, this short-film series honors their sacrifices. It also offers younger generations an understanding of what it was like to live through the war and an opportunity to learn from it.
Sunday, May 28, at noon
The story of female veterans is as varied as the story of females in all walks of life. This 30-minute local production highlights many of the challenges and successes of area women in uniform.
The show also speaks about Sharon Lane, a Canton resident who was the first female casualty of the Vietnam War. In addition, it touches on female veterans’ high rate of homelessness and how Summit County Executive Ilene Shapiro has gotten involved in helping homeless female veterans.
First Monday of every month at 5 PM and 5:30 PM
This public affairs series provides a local viewpoint on global topics. Subjects covered are both educational and entertaining, and are hosted by a Northeast Ohio community member who assists in determining the show’s content.
Monday, May 1, at 5 PM: A Community Enflamed—East Palestine’s Devastating Train Derailment
Monday, May 1, at 5:30 PM: Rockin’ the RV Life
Monday, May 1 & Saturday, May 6: Cool Kidz on the Block
Monday, May 8 & Saturday, May 13: Israeli Rock Star Jamming in Akron
Monday, May 15 & Saturday, May 20: BBB Consumer Protection
Monday, May 22 & Saturday, May 26: Entrepreneur on Social Media
Monday, May 29 & Saturday, June 3: Campy and the CAVS
Fridays at 8:30 PM
Saturdays at 1:30 AM
Sundays at 8 PM
Enjoy live performances that capture artists and audiences connecting in the closest of confines. To experience these unique concerts live, you have to be a member of The Summit FM, a public radio station serving Akron, Canton and Youngstown. This series allows you to watch these intimate music moments on PBS Western Reserve.
Friday, May 5, at 8:30 PM: Langhorne Slim / Freedy Johnston
Friday, May 12, at 8:30 PM: Nikki Lane / Jade Jackson
Friday, May 19, at 8:30 PM: The Sublets / The Beyonderers
Friday, May 26, at 8:30 PM: Angela Perley / Samantha Fish
Sunday, May 7, at 8 PM: Langhorne Slim / Freedy Johnston
Sunday, May 14, at 8 PM: Nikki Lane / Jade Jackson
Sunday, May 21, at 8 PM: The Sublets / The Beyonderers
Sunday, May 28, at 8 PM: Angela Perley / Samantha Fish
Thursday, May 18, at 8 PM
Friday, May 19, at 1 AM
Saturday, May 20, at 11 AM
Wednesday, May 24, at 4 PM
Sunday, May 28, at 9 AM
Monday, May 29, at midnight
Wednesday, May 31, at 11:30 PM
Saturday, May 20, at 2:30 PM
Sunday, May 21, at 7:30 PM
Tuesday, May 23, at 10:30 PM
Sunday, May 28, at 8:30 PM
This monthly half-hour shines a spotlight on all of the good things that Akron has to offer. Each show consists of four stories, including segments on dining, arts and culture, history, business, and movers and shakers.