Week of Events
Social Justice Quilting Project Auction
In August 2021, one thousand incoming Kent State students, faculty, and staff came together for the Kent State Day of Service to begin threading the fabric of a new Community Engaged Learning (CEL) initiative – The Social Justice Quilting Project. Student and community volunteers created social justice quilt squares to be assembled into creative patterns for auction to benefit the local King Kennedy Community Center. The squares will be available through an online auction and also on display at various […]
Brimfield Lions Pancake Breakfast
Brimfield Lions Pancake Breakfast
Its that time of year again!!! We are once again doing our Pancake Breakfast on Labor Day (sept 5th) Prices Adult 11 and up - $8.00 Child (4-10) $4.00 Kid 4 and under - Free
Derf Backderf: An Author’s Perspective on Book Challenges
Derf Backderf: An Author’s Perspective on Book Challenges
Award winning local cartoonist and graphic novelist Derf Backderf kicks off Free Speech September at the Kent Free Library by sharing his experience of having his book, My Friend Dahmer, banned. Backderf is an outspoken critic of book bans and challenges. Space is limited; pick up a ticket at the 2nd floor Information Desk starting at 6:30 pm. Adults 18+.
King Kennedy Community Center Open House
King Kennedy Community Center Open House
King Kennedy Community Center is hosting an open house to celebrate the completion of the first phase of its new facility and recreation space – a longtime dream of over fifty years in the making. Join us for this commemorative occasion! Refreshments and snacks will be provided. We will also have guest speakers and a final preview of the Social Justice Quilting Project, hosted by KSU’s Community Engaged Learning, along with updates about the center’s goals for the future.
Kent State University – Aeronautics and Engineering Expo
Kent State University – Aeronautics and Engineering Expo
This family event has been a fixture in the Stow/Kent community for more than two decades and we are thrilled to bring this event back and showcase our Airport and FedEx Aeronautics Academic Center to the community. The expo offers a unique look into the Kent State Airport (1G3) and offers one-of-a-kind activities for both the young - and young at heart. Activities at this community event include, but are not limited to: Participation as an audience member in the […]
Big Breakfast in Ravenna
Big Breakfast in Ravenna
All you can eat breakfast at Full Gospel Mission 887 W. Spruce Ave. Ravenna 8:30-11 am price is 7 per adult 12 and under $4.00, and under 3 free with adult
Haymaker Farmers’ Market
Haymaker Farmers’ Market
Haymaker Farmers' Market is a producers-only marker for the Kent-area producers of local foods and farm crafts, bringing the best food to you every week of the year! Fresh produce, baked goods, meats, eggs, cheese, preserves, honey, maple, sweet treats, fresh roasted coffee, body products, food trucks, and much more! Approximately 25-40 vendors each week with an ever changing seasonal mix of products will have something for everyone. We welcome the Ohio Direction Card and offer a $25/week Produce Perks […]
The BoMa Barn Open House
The BoMa Barn Open House
COME CELEBRATE WITH US! We're opening the BoMa Barn doors to invite you to celebrate and shop with us. It's been 18 months tirelessly renovating an 1800 square foot Barn on our property to gather our Tribe, and we're finally READY (enough). Who are we? We are local makers, bakers, and earth shakers! I'm the very proud small business owner of The Bohemian Mama, where I formulate and handcraft all natural personal care products and remedies. Made from the finest […]
Art in the Park
Art in the Park
Kent Parks and Recreation Department presents the 29th annual Art in the Park festival located at Fred Fuller Park (601 Middlebury Rd.) Art in the Park features displayed and demonstrated artwork, live music, performances, children’s activities and food vendors.
COMMUNITY LOVE GATHERING
COMMUNITY LOVE GATHERING
Sharing Faith, Food, Fun, and Fellowship! Winfield Church of God in Christ 6595 Winfield Street Ravenna Township Speaker: Pastor LaJoyce Harris
ROCK-TOBER – fun for all ages in Aurora
ROCK-TOBER – fun for all ages in Aurora
Our Lady of Perpetual Help, 342 S. Chillicothe Road, Aurora, OH, 44202, is sponsoring ROCK-TEMBER open to the public on Saturday, September 10, beginning at 5:30 p.m. Join in on the fun featuring live rock music featuring the “Conoboyz”. Food trucks, novelty items, and the Knights of Columbus kettle corn will be available for purchase. There will be complimentary beverages (craft and domestic beer) and games for adults and kids alike. Bring a chair and some friends and enjoy an […]
Meditation for Peace
Meditation for Peace
Join our community in the garden at Hiram Christian Church for meditation as we focus our hearts on peace. Included will be guided sound meditation. All are welcome! Hiram Christian Church is located at 6868 Wakefield Road (corner of State Routes 82, 700, and 305), Hiram Ohio.