Akron Life April 2023

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Through 7/2 “Tigers vs. Bulldogs: Origins of a Historic Rivalry” Learn about the history and rivalry between the Massillon and Canton professional football teams of the early 20th century at this exhibit that displays photographs and artifacts from both teams. Massillon Museum, Paul Brown Museum, 121 Lincoln Way E, Massillon. Tuesday Saturday 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. & Sunday 2-5 p.m. Free. massillonmuseum.org Through 7/23 “Head to Toe” View items like coats, hats and shoes from the museum’s permanent collection. Kent State University Museum, 515 Hilltop Drive, Kent. Tuesday-Saturday 11 a.m.-5 p.m. & Sunday noon-4 p.m. Free, students, staff and all on Sunday, otherwise $6 general public. kent.edu/museum Through 8/27 “As the World Weds: Global Wedding Traditions” This Kent State University Museum exhibit features pieces of clothing beyond white dresses that are incorporated in wedding ceremonies around the world. Kent State University Museum, 515 Hilltop Drive, Kent. Tuesday-Saturday 11 a.m.-5 p.m. & Sunday noon-4 p.m. Free, students, sta " and all on Sundays, otherwise $6 general public. kent.edu/ museum 4/1 Grand Funk Railroad Jam out to this internationally acclaimed rock band from Michigan that has had 19 charted singles. Goodyear Theater, 1201 E. Market St., Akron. 8 p.m. $47.50- $77.50. goodyeartheater.com 4/1 Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens Reopening Delve into the relationships within the Seiberling family at “Connections: Love & the Ties that Bind” during the 2023 season. During April, buy one ticket and donate a nonperishable food item to receive a second ticket free. Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens, 714 N. Portage Path, Akron. Tuesday-Sunday 10 a.m.-6 p.m. stanhywet.org

4/1 Three Stooges Film Fest Catch four “Three Stooges” film shorts and enter a ra " le for themed prizes. Canton Palace Theatre, 605 Market Ave. N, Canton. 7:30 p.m. $10. cantonpalacetheatre.org 4/1, 4/8, 4/15, 4/22 & 4/29 Winery Tours Explore Gervasi Vineyard’s winemaking facility, then enjoy four wine tastings and four chef-selected bites. Gervasi Vineyard, the Crush House, 1700 55th St. NE, Canton. 1:30-2:30 p.m. or 3:30-4:30 p.m. $27. gervasivineyard.com 4/2, 4/16, 4/23 & 4/30 Distillery Tasting Tours Go behind the scenes of the distillery at Gervasi Vineyard during a tour, then enjoy three spirit tastings and take home a shot glass and a salty snack. Gervasi Vineyard, the Still House, 1700 55th St. NE, Canton. 2-3 p.m. $17. gervasivineyard.com 4/2 Drop-in Discovery: Awesome Amphibians Find out about frogs, toads and salamanders, and also make a cra ! . Liberty Park, 9999 Liberty Road, Twinsburg. Noon-3 p.m. summitmetroparks.org 4/2 Music @ Main: Joe Augustine Trio Enjoy Steinway musician Joe Augustine on the piano as he plays original compositions, pop music and more with Jim Rupp and Dave Morgan. Akron-Summit County Public Library, 60 S. High St., Akron. 2-3:30 p.m. Free. akronlibrary.org 4/4-4/7 JazzFest University of Akron students, faculty and guests Sean Jones and Sam Blakeslee come together for this festival. E.J. Thomas Hall, 198 Hill St., Akron. 7:30-10 p.m. Free students, $12 general admission. uakron.edu/ej 4/6 Earth’s Might: Volcanoes Learn about the recent volcanic eruptions in Hawaii as well as how volcanoes have impacted the flora and fauna on our planet. Barberton Public Library, 602 W. Park Ave., Barberton. 6:30 p.m. Free. barbertonlibrary.org

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