Select Events
Organizations that purchase a PBS Western Reserve nonprofit paid promotional announcement on-air package also receive a free listing in our Select Events column in the PBS Western Reserve program guide and online at PBSWesternReserve.org. For more information, call PBS Western Reserve at 1-800-554-4549.
Movies@Main — Akron-Summit County Public Library
Thursdays at 6:15 PM
60 S High St., Akron
Enjoy weekly movies on the big screen in the library auditorium. August selections include “The ‘Burbs” “Labyrinth” and “Dog Man.” More information at AkronLibrary.org.
Music on the Square — Holmes County Chamber of Commerce and Tourism Bureau
Fridays at 7 PM
Downtown Berlin, OH
From bluegrass to Broadway, catch lively musical performances happening weekly through Sept. 12. Learn more at HolmesCountyChamber.com.
Steve Solomon’s My Mother’s Italian, My Father’s Jewish, and I’m in Therapy — The Robins Theatre
Saturday, Aug. 9, at 7:30 PM
160 E Market St, Warren
See one of the longest running one-man comedies of all time. Tickets and more information at RobinsTheatre.com.
Tuesday’s for Toddlers! — PBS Western Reserve
Tuesday, Aug. 12, at 11 AM
Eastwood Mall Aquarium, 5555 Youngstown-Warren Road, Niles
Learn about summer with the help of Sid the Science Kid through a read-aloud, crafts and more! *No mascot appearance. Learn more at PBSWesternReserve.org.
PorchROCKR — Highland Square Neighborhood Association
Saturday, Aug. 16, from 11 AM to 9 PM
Highland Square, Akron
A one-of-a-kind outdoor musical festival takes over Akron’s Highland Square neighborhood for a day of music, food and fun. Learn more at Akron200.org.
Jefferson Starship — The Kent Stage
Thursday, Aug. 21, at 6:30 PM
175 East Main St., Kent
Celebrate the band’s 50th anniversary tour in an intimate venue. Tickets and more at KentStage.org.
Zoothing Hour — Akron Zoo
Saturday, Aug. 23, from 9 AM to 10 AM
500 Edgewood Ave., Akron
The Akron Zoo is opening an hour early for guests with different abilities who do not like loud noises and/or crowds. All animatronic dinosaurs will be off for the duration of Zoothing Hour. Find out more at AkronZoo.org.
61st Annual Fall Hiking Spree — Summit Metro Parks
Sept. 1 thorugh Nov. 30
Various locations
Complete at least eight designated trails to earn rewards. This year’s theme is Honoring Indigenous Culture. Learn more at SummitMetroParks.org.
Postcard Archeology — MAPS Air Museum
Saturday, Sept. 6, from 10 AM to 4 PM
2260 International Pkwy, North Canton
Discover antique postcards for your collection. The cost of entry is $5. Find out more at MapsAirMuseum.org.
Tuesday’s for Toddlers! — PBS Western Reserve
Tuesday, Sept. 9, at 11 AM
Eastwood Mall Aquarium, 5555 Youngstown-Warren Road, Niles
On September 9th, we’re talking about keeping our bodies healthy with our favorite PBS Kids characters. Join us for read aloud, sing alongs, and activities. *No mascot appearance. Learn more at PBSWesternReserve.org.
Mahler’s Titan — Akron Symphony
Saturday, Sept. 20, at 7:30 PM
E.J. Thomas Performing Arts Hall, 198 Hill St., Akron
The 2025-2026 season kicks off with an electrifying evening of performances. Season tickets and more information at AkronSymphony.org.
