Akron Life February 2023

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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, staff and all on Sundays, otherwise $6 general public. kent.edu/museum 2/2 Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration This annual Kent State University celebration features Dr. Bernice A. King as the keynote speaker. Kent Student Center Ballroom, 1075 Risman Drive, Kent. 5:30 p.m. Free. kent. edu/diversity/MLK 2/2 “Muse of Fire” Enjoy 17th century music performed by Alan Choo, Andrea Walker and Edward Vogel. First United Methodist Church of Akron, 263 E. Mill St., Akron. 7:30 p.m. $23. apollosfire.org

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2/2 Our Song, Our Story Hear Janinah Burnett, Jacqueline Echols, Justin Austin and more celebrate those who paved the way for Black singers. E.J. Thomas Hall, 198 Hill St., Akron. 7:30 p.m. $19-$49. tuesdaymusical.org

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