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22 GONE CAMPING

These days camping can be staying in a glamorous yurt, a picturesque geodome or just pitching a tent on the beach. Whatever your style, near and far outdoor getaways await you.

Camping at Point Pelee National Park photo by Sophie Deschamps

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CORRECTION: On pg. 12 of the May Agenda, the photo was paired with the incorrect project. The photo is from the dance-theater project “inCopNegro,” which is led by Dominic Moore-Dunson and explores the concept of safety related to Black communities and police relations. The photo credit is Ashton Blake of Blaak Media.

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Camping is about more than gear.

I’m an avid backpacker, and I have fallen down the high-tech camping gear rabbit hole. It all started when they introduced the breathable, waterproof Gore-Tex fabric for ski ing and camping. I was sold on the idea, but the jacket cost more than $200 in the ’80s and ’90s. The price never really dropped either. My first time backpacking I thought I needed all this stuff to have the best expe rience. I had to have the special stove and sleeping bag and all the options for the weather. It never failed that Backpacker Magazine would come out with a must have device that I would want to get. I thought gear would make it easier. I wish they made a gadget to carry me up the mountain — that I would buy. Now don’t get me wrong, I have been in snow storms in August and that down jacket and sleeping bag made a huge difference. And having a fresh cup of coffee in the morning from a coffee press is nice. But there comes a point when Mother Nature gets the best of you. I have been on trips where it rained for a week, and there isn’t anything that is going to keep you dry. Today I buy very little gear for camping. Every now and then something breaks or wears out and I buy replacements, but at this point I have two plastic tubs full of stuff in my basement, and none of it caused me to have that much better of a time than if I didn’t have it.

The reality is that you don’t need all this stuff to have a great time camping. My best moments camping were never me thinking, Thank God I have Gore-Tex or a solar panel to keep my phone charged . It’s usually the views and the people you are with that you remember most, like when you leave your tent in the middle of the night to see an explosion of stars in the sky. Without the city light pollution, you can see the Milky Way of stars, which brightens the sky and the mountains in the background. Another favorite camp activity is throwing a small Nerf football around, which provides hours of enter tainment that seems to never get old.

So, whether you want to spend big dol lars on a Yeti cooler or use the cheap Styrofoam one, don’t let gear stop you from getting out this year to enjoy some of the camping spots highlighted on pg. 22. By the way, if you want to borrow some Gore-Tex pants, I have a few pairs.

[ Publisher Colin Baker is a retired racing driver and gearhead. ] Comments? Email them to Kelly Petryszyn [kpetryszyn@bakermediagroup.com].

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May 2003: “TULIPS” sprung up around Akron in 2003. Akron art ist J. Scott Matthews launched the

“Temporary Unauthorized Large Installation Project” that year, turning aban doned Akron locations into art. Akron Life ’s 2003 arti cle by Kim Carpenter fea tures photos of Matthews’ work, including red paint in increasing amounts on poles forming an illusion at an abandoned supermarket at Exchange and Market streets. As he was painting the poles, police questioned him on what he was doing at the property, and when he explained he was mak ing art, they let him off the hook. He poked fun at the encounter by calling his exhibit of photographs of the art “2909.06A1,” which is the police code for willful destruction of property. Summer 2022: Quaker Square, the former Quaker Oats factory, has been iconic in Akron for decades. It has been a hotel,

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TIME TO TOAST Say cheers to the start of summer at the new Perfect Pour bar in down town Akron that opened in April. It has creative salads and burgers like a lamb feta burger with basil cream sauce, but its specialty is a top-shelf selection of bourbons and whiskeys as well as artful cocktails, beer and wine. Enjoy them in a laid-back atmosphere with a wooden bar, an exposed brick wall and sports on TV. Try its inventive flights, including flights of any three martinis on the menu such as the Lotus with blue Curacao, Hendricks gin, grenadine and mint. 376 S. Main St., Akron, perfectpourakron.com

LISTEN UP The world awakened after George Floyd was killed by police. Black Akron cho reographer and father Dominic Moore Dunson had many questions afterward, and launched a podcast, “inCopNegro,” in April as part of his dance-theater project that explores safety in respect to police rela tions and parenthood in Black communi ties in America. The episodes feature raw interviews with Black police officers, com munity members and city officials, includ ing Akron pastor and football coach Kemp Boyd. He discusses four encounters his players had with gun violence in just one month. Their powerful conversation delves into the isolation, trust issues and loss of a sense of safety that follow for Black youth and how we need to connect with police on a personal level to break down barriers. incopnegro-black-blue.simplecast.com

shopping and dining complex and University of Akron residence hall. Now, Curated Storefront is activating the space as pop-up art galleries as part of the Front International public art festival featuring exhibits around Northeast Ohio, including Akron from July 16 to Oct. 2. Look for art in the first-floor galleries as well as in suites on the second floor that were formerly a comic bookstore and train display rooms. The New York Times called Front “an artistic scavenger hunt with civic pride.” The theme this summer is inspired by a line from a Langston Hughes poem, “Oh, Gods of Dust and Rainbows,” and focuses on how art can be an agent of transformation, healing and joy. curatedstorefront.org

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Going camping brings us closer to one another.

Discover camps where you can make your own memories with our camping guide on pg. 22 that introduces you to destinations both near and far and accommodates any style from bare-bones tent camping to all frills glamping. My favorite thing to do at camp was horseback riding. At Centerville Mills, the woodsy trail was short, but getting on a horse was often the most exhilarating part of my

ally joined us, but it was often just us. And when you camp, you are with that person 24/7 for the whole weekend, facing the elements and passing downtime together. The camp food was average, but it was fun to share those meals. My dad used to get sunny-side up eggs with his breakfast, and he would break the yolk and sop it up with toast (I still enjoy doing that today). Being a kid, camp felt like one grand adventure, and even small moments were so exciting that they stuck with you. Wading in the river, doing an obstacle course and swinging on a rope tied to a tree all play like small movies in my mind. And now, I realize it didn’t really matter what we did. It mattered that we had that time together. As I got older, my now husband, Tony, became my camping partner. We’ve stayed at a Hocking Hills A-frame cabin as the vibrant leaves were dropping in the fall and at a fabulous glamping yurt with majestic animals we could hear at night at the Wilds, which is featured on pg. 28. I’m looking forward to one day taking our little girl on these trips, and I hope she will have a special bonding experience with her dad in nature as I did with mine. Browse our camp guide to find a special place where you and your family can con nect. Those quiet nights in nature have a way of slowing down time and bringing us closer together.

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When I was a kid, I looked for ward to camping with my dad. I was a member of what is now Adventure Princesses, formerly Indian Princesses, a YMCA program where dads and daughters joined local chapters to explore nature and deepen their bonds. All of the local chapters came together for large fall, winter and spring campouts and did typical activities like hiking and archery. We camped at Centreville Mills in Chagrin Falls, Camp Y-Noah in Clinton and Camp Fitch in North Springfield, Pennsylvania. Each spot holds some of my most cherished childhood memories.

year. We usually went to that camp in the fall and had a huge Halloween celebration where each chapter made its own haunted attraction. Some were haunted houses and others were tricks like sticking your hand in spaghetti and being told it’s brains. My dad is a do-it-yourselfer, so he went all out building haunted sets for us and once helped make a time machine where the daughter went in and the dad came out thanks to a backstage swap. When I look back on all those weekends, what is most special is that camping allowed me to spend so much one-on-one time with my dad. He traveled a lot for work so I didn’t always see him, and being one of four kids meant that you shared your time with everyone. My sister was in another group with my dad and occasion

[ Managing Editor Kelly Petryszyn is an adventure seeker, forever a dreamer and an avid supporter of #TeamFiona. ]

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6/10-6/12 Founders’ Day Weekend p16

Visit Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens to honor the 87th anniversary of the founding of Alcoholics Anonymous, which started with a meeting in the gate lodge. Tour the gate lodge for free and also check out the exhibit “Henrietta Seiberling: A Spark for a Movement.” Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens, 714 N. Portage Path, Akron. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. stanhywet.org pg.16

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Akron Soul Train View video profiles from past, current and future Soul Train artists-in-residence. facebook.com/akronsoultrain

Akron Zoo Visit the zoo digitally to enjoy live keeper talks, animal encounters and presentations from local experts. akronzoo.org The Americana Roundup Akron musician Ryan Humbert launched an online radio station, the Americana Roundup, which plays more than 3,000 songs he handpicked. The station plays all day and focuses on rock, country, folk and more. americanaroundup.com ArtsInStark Check Facebook for videos with fun things to do at home including crafts and dance lessons, music performances and book readings. facebook.com/artsinstark

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Akron-Summit County Public Library Sit kids down for storytimes with

Explore the museum’s collections online. Kiddos and those wanting to get creative can craft via video lessons. akronartmuseum.org/at-home Akron Civic Theatre The Civic has an assortment of live performances from all over with its Live Virtually portal. Check its Facebook for local musicians’ streams, events, stage shows and other performances. fa cebook. com/akroncivic

children’s librarians or various book talks via videos on its Facebook page. Books are available inside or for curbside pickup. facebook.com/akronlibrary Akron Symphony Orchestra Theron Brown, an Akron-based jazz musician, and Thomas Moore, director of marketing for the Akron Symphony Orchestra, discuss different jazz-centered topics in their new podcast, “Backstage at the Hi Hat,” available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and more. akronsymphony.org

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Apollo’s Fire Indulge in music, art and literature with the Music for the Soul video series from the Cleveland Baroque orchestra. The group posts past concert videos, interviews with people like the Grammy Award-winning conductor Jeannette Sorrell and related readings. See shows through a digital portal or in person. apollosfire.org Blu Jazz Jazz enthusiasts can enjoy their favorite tunes through livestreams on Blu Jazz’s Facebook page and support local artists. facebook.com/blujazzakron Canton Symphony Orchestra Watch mini concerts and learn about the issue of diversity in classical music during the “Orchestrating Change” podcast. cantonsymphony.org Cleveland Orchestra Connect with the orchestra via the streaming platform Adella to access new performances recorded in Severance Hall through the In Focus series, as well as the “On a Personal Note” podcast that’s about classical music. clevelandorchestra.com

Nightlight Cinema Purchase tickets to rent movies online through the Akron art house cinema’s virtual screening room— you’ll have access to the films at nightlightcinema. com/virtual-screening-room. Ohio Shakespeare Festival Check out its venture, Ohio Shakespeare Festival Radio Plays, in which the troupe adapts plays and short stories for livestreaming. facebook.com/ ohioshakespeare Radio on the Lake Theatre The Shaker Heights-based organization utilizes modern technology to connect with actors, directors and artists from throughout the country to perform and record radio plays. radioonthelaketheatre.org Rubber City Theatre Dive into the world of online theater with its Shakespeare in the Living Room series in which professional actors perform Shakespearean works using props they found lying around their homes. facebook. com/rubbercitytheatre Standing Rock Cultural Arts Enjoy a podcast of “Arcade Cheezy Town,” a play written and performed by students in the New World Children’s Theatre based in Kent. standingrock. podbean.com Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens The North American Reciprocal Museum Association is offering virtual tours of the first floor of the Manor House at Stan Hywet. Guests can tour the most impressive floor without leaving their homes. stanhywet.org

Summit Metro Parks Explore many different topics, including animals, plants, different habitats, fitness and more, through virtual events. summitmetroparks.org Up Front Art Space This Cuyahoga Falls gallery is sharing photos and videos of artwork for sale to support local creatives. facebook.com/ upfrontartspace Virtual Jukebox Dance and sing along to videos made by local artists. You may have heard some of these 330 artists, like Jim Ballard, Shelby Olive and Adrian Labra on 90.7 and 91.3 Summit FM radio waves in the past. Browse the 50-plus videos to enjoy your favorites and discover new sounds. the330.net/virtual-jukebox Wandering Aesthetics Theatre Go on this Akron troupe’s Facebook page for performance videos frommembers and fans — it could be play readings, poetry, comedy, puppets, dance or whatever else artists submit. facebook. com/watheatre classes for all ages that focus on dancing, acting and more. Also view short films on the theater’s YouTube channel. weathervaneplayhouse.com Events Through 6/1 Michael Gill: “The Grownups Keep Talking / Nobody Knows Why” Check out this exhibit of woodcut prints and associated artist books. Massillon Museum, Studio M Gallery, 121 Lincoln Way E, Massillon. Tuesday-Saturday 9:30 a.m.- 5 p.m., Sunday 2-5 p.m. Free. massillonmuseum.org Through 6/5 Akron RubberDucks vs. Richmond Flying Squirrels Cheer on the Akron RubberDucks, our minor league baseball team affiliate of the Cleveland Guardians. Canal Park, 300 S. Main St., Akron. $5-$27. akronrubberducks.com Through 6/15 “Clicking for a Cause” Browse this collection of donated photographs and consider buying one at this exhibition that benefits the American Cancer Society. Massillon Museum, lower level lobby, 121 Lincoln Way E, Massillon. Tuesday Saturday 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m., Sunday 2-5 p.m. Free. massillonmuseum.org Weathervane Playhouse Sign up for virtual workshops and

Summit County Historical Society of Akron, OH Learn about historical figures on their birthdays, join virtual book talks, view artifacts and more on its Facebook page. facebook.com/ summitcountyhistoricalsociety

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Through 7/17 “What’s in Your Bag?” The Kent State Museum features an exhibit inspired by a purse in the museum’s collection that still had personal items in it. This display imagines what could be in others’ purses. 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 Through 7/20 “Accessible Expressions Ohio” This annual juried exhibition features work by artists with disabilities. Massillon Museum, Fred F. Silk Community Room Gallery, 121 Lincoln Way E, Massillon. massillonmuseum.org Through 7/24 “Abandoned America: Everything Must Pass” See an exhibit of work by Matthew Christopher, who documents abandoned sites. Canton Museum of Art, 1001 Market Ave. N, Canton. Tuesday-Thursday 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Friday-Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m. & Sunday 1-5 p.m. Members free, $8 adult general admission. cantonart.org

Through 7/24 “Asian Voices from the CMA Collection” Take in work that juxtaposes traditional Asian subject matter with modern Western influences while telling the stories of artists from Taiwan, Japan, China and the United States. Canton Museum of Art, 1001 Market Ave. N, Canton. Tuesday-Thursday 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Friday-Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m. & Sunday 1-5 p.m. Members free, $8 adult general admission. cantonart.org Through 7/24 “Visions 2022: Canton Artists League Show” View the work of artists, photographers and craftsmen from all over Stark County. Canton Museum of Art, 1001 Market Ave. N, Canton. Tuesday-Thursday 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Friday Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m. & Sunday 1-5 p.m. Members free, $8 adult general admission. cantonart.org Through 7/24 “Witness to Wartime: The Painted Diary of Takuichi Fujii” The late artist Takuichi Fujii created a visual record of historical events and his experiences during World War II. Canton Museum of Art, 1001 Market Ave. N, Canton. Tuesday-Thursday 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Friday-Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m. & Sunday 1-5 p.m. Members free, $8 adult general admission. cantonart.org Through 8/5 “Military Mapping Maidens” Check out this traveling exhibit that features stories of 224 young women who were in the Army Map Service in 1943 during World War II, drawing maps by hand for the Allied war effort. Maps Air Museum, 2260 International Parkway, North Canton. Tuesday Saturday 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. & Sunday 11:30 a.m.-4 p.m. $15 adult general admission. mapsairmuseum.org

Through 8/7 “Textures: The History and Art of Black Hair” The Kent State University Museum displays an exhibit that connects the history, fashion and art of Black hair. 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 Through 10/29 Countryside Farmers’ Market at Howe Meadow Shop from local farmers, food entrepreneurs and artists at Countryside’s market in the Cuyahoga Valley National Park on Saturdays. Howe Meadow, 4040 Riverview Road, Peninsula. 9 a.m.-noon. countrysidefoodandfarms.org Through 10/30 Woof Walks Take your favorite canine for a walk at Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens most Sundays through October. Dogs must be on a leash, and owners must pick up after their dogs. Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens, 714 N. Portage Path, Akron. $5-$12. stanhywet.org Through 11/30 Summit Brew Path Explore local breweries with this passport presented by the Akron / Summit Convention & Visitors Bureau that includes 23 stops, including Hoppin’ Frog Brewery, Magic City Brewing Co., Ohio Brewing Co., Missing Mountain Brewing Co. and more. Summit County. summitbrewpath.com Through 12/14 North Canton Farmers Market Browse fresh produce, meats, baked goods and more at this year-round market. North Canton Civic Center, 845 W. Maple St., North Canton. Wednesdays 3-6 p.m. ncantonfarmersmarket.com

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Through 5/14/23 “Good Hope” View wall-sized pieces by this South African illustration studio. Pieces are inspired by the artists’ hometown environment. Akron Art Museum, 1 S. High St., Akron. Wednesday, Friday-Sunday 11 a.m.-5 p.m. & Thursday 11 a.m.-8 p.m. $12 adult general admission. akronartmusuem.org 6/1-6/12 Tour of Distinctive Homes Get a look at seven unique homes and several beautiful gardens, and learn about them through professional narration at this event presented by Bath Volunteers for Service. $30-$35. bvshometour.org 6/1-6/30 Live Music at the Still House Relax at Gervasi Vineyard with tunes from artists like Rolando, Scott Paris, Eric Brooke and more. Gervasi Vineyard, the Still House, 1700 55th St. NE, Canton. Sunday, Wednesday & Thursday 7-10 p.m. Friday & Saturday 8-11 p.m. gervasivineyard.com 6/3, 6/10, 6/17 & 6/24 Lunchtime Yoga Relax with some beginner-friendly yoga at the Massillon Museum each Friday. Massillon Museum, 121 Lincoln Way E, Massillon. 12:30-1:15 p.m. $6 class, $15 three classes. massillonmuseum.org 6/4 Eddie B: Teacher’s Only Comedy Tour Educators can have a laugh as Eddie B says things other teachers are reluctant to admit aloud. Goodyear Theater, 1201 E. Market St., Akron. 8 p.m. $35-$55. goodyeartheater.com 6/4 In Search of Bigfoot The Ohio Night Stalkers present physical and audio evidence of their Bigfoot research. Barberton Public Library, Spillette Meeting Room, 602 W. Park Ave., Barberton. 2 p.m. barbertonlibrary.org 6/4 William Zink Attend the book launch event for “North Hill” by Akron native William Zink. The novel focuses on the psychedelic ’60s in Akron. Trust Books, 1884 Front St., Cuyahoga Falls. 4-7 p.m. facebook.com/ williamzinkauthor 6/4, 6/11, 6/18 & 6/25 Winery Tour Learn about Gervasi Vineyard’s winemaking facility, then enjoy four wine tastings, a wine glass 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 6/4, 6/25, 7/2, 8/6 & 9/3 Peninsula Flea Peruse handmade and vintage items at this upscale flea market. Heritage Farms, 6050 Riverview Road, Peninsula. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. heritagefarms.com 6/5, 6/12, 6/19 & 6/26 Distillery Tasting Tour Check out the distillery at Gervasi Vineyard during a tour, then enjoy three spirit tastings, a shot glass and a salty snack. Gervasi Vineyard, the Still House, 1700 55th St. NE, Canton. 2-3 p.m. $17. gervasivineyard.com

6/6-6/8 One-Day Family Camp Families can join their kids who are 3 and older for a close-up exploration of the zoo. Find other ZooCamp options at akronzoo.org. Akron Zoo, 505 Euclid Ave., Akron. 9 a.m.-noon. $35 members, $45 nonmembers. akronzoo.org 6/8 & 6/22 Hooks & Books Discuss what you’ve been reading while you sew or knit at this event at White Rabbit Galleries hosted by the Barberton Public Library. White Rabbit Galleries, 571 W. Tuscarawas Ave., Barberton. 6/8 6 p.m., 6/22 2 p.m. barbertonlibrary.org 6/9 Latin Salsa Concert with Marlow Rosado See two-time Grammy Award-winning artist Marlow Rosado perform. Gervasi Vineyard, the pavilion, 1700 55th St. NE, Canton. 8-9:30 p.m. $45 general admission, 455 premium admission. gervasivineyard.com 6/10 Akron ArtWalk This event, themed “Young at Heart,” celebrates art and aging. Summit Artspace, 140 E. Market St., Akron. 4-8 p.m. summitartspace.org 6/10 Fleetwood Macked Jam to this Fleetwood Mac tribute band and opener Kerosene as a part of the Rock the Lock concert series. Lock 3, 200 S. Main St., Akron. 7 p.m. Free. lock3live.com 6/10 & 6/11 International Community Festival Celebrate Akron’s diverse community with food, music, dance and more. Asian Services in Action, 370 E. Market St., Akron. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. asiaohio.org Gardens to honor the 87th anniversary of the founding of Alcoholics Anonymous, which started with a meeting in the gate lodge. Tour the gate lodge for free and also check out the exhibit “Henrietta Seiberling: A Spark for a Movement.” Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens, 714 N. Portage Path, Akron. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. stanhywet.org 6/10-6/12 Riverfront Irish Festival Head to this family-friendly festival in Cuyahoga Falls to hear live music, shop the Irish marketplace, watch traditional Irish dance and more. Falls River Square, Cuyahoga Falls. Free. riverfrontirishfest.org 6/10-11, 6/17-18 & 6/24-25 “Hair” Watch the Millennial Theatre Project’s production of this rock musical about hippie counterculture and the sexual revolution of the ’60s. Akron Civic Theatre, Knight Stage, 182 S. Main St., Akron. 8 p.m. $20. akroncivic.com 6/11 Maps Annual Car Show Attend this 12th annual car show and also see 50-plus aircrafts. Maps Air Museum, 2260 International Parkway, North Canton. 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m. $10 walk-in fee, $15 entry fee. mapsairmuseum.org 6/11 Stark Pride Festival Celebrate the LGBTQ community and allies at this downtown Canton festival that features music, educational material and family-friendly activities. Centennial Plaza, 330 Court Ave. NW, Canton. 3-10 p.m. starkpride.org 6/10-6/12 Founders’ Day Weekend Visit Stan Hywet Hall &

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6/11 & 6/12 Fairy Days at Heritage Farms Peninsula Enjoy magical activities like a costume parade, building fairy houses, hide and seek and more. Heritage Farms, 6050 Riverview Road, Peninsula. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. $8 adults, $12 children. heritagefarms.com 6/11, 7/2, 8/27 & 9/24 Paws and Reflect: Yoga for Conservation Join an all-levels yoga class, drink a mimosa and explore the zoo. Akron Zoo, 505 Euclid Ave., Akron. 8-10 a.m. $40 members, $45 nonmembers. akronzoo.org 6/11-7/27 “Steven Mastroianni: Scurograph” View luminous photograms and drawings at this Massillon Museum exhibition. Massillon Museum, Studio M Gallery, 121 Lincoln Way E, Massillon. Tuesday Saturday 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. & Sunday 2-5 p.m. Free. massillonmuseum.org 6/11-11/9 “Missing History of Massillon: Unheard African American Stories” Take in the stories, photos and artifacts that represent Massillon’s Black community. Massillon Museum, Aultman Health Foundation Gallery, 121 Lincoln Way E, Massillon. Tuesday-Saturday 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. & Sunday 2-5 p.m. Free. massillonmuseum.org 6/12 Butterfly and Moth Gardens Learn how to attract butterflies and moths to your yard, with host and nectar plants. Liberty Park, 9999 Liberty Road, Twinsburg. 2-3:30 p.m. summitmetroparks.orgs 6/12 Centennial Celebration of Homes The Fairlawn Heights Neighborhood Association hosts this home tour to celebrate 100 years of Fairlawn Heights. Enjoy self-guided tours of five stunning homes and tours of additional homes’ grounds. Some homes feature vintage cars and live music. Fairlawn Boulevard, Akron. 1-5 p.m. General tickets $25-$30, patron tickets $125- $150. fairlawnheightsakron.org 6/12, 7/10, 8/28 & 9/25 Vintage Days Step into history at Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens as the Historic Players portray the friends and employees of the Seiberlings in the 1920s. Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens, 714 N. Portage Path, Akron. 1-3 p.m. stanhywet.org 6/13, 6/20 & 6/27 Summer Kids Movies Catch family-friendly movies at the Canton Palace Theatre, including “Space Jam: A New Legacy,” “Clifford the Big Red Dog” and “Coco.” Canton Palace Theatre, 605 Market Ave. N, Canton. 1 p.m. $2. cantonpalacetheatre.org 6/13, 6/20, 6/27, 7/11, 7/18, 7/25, 8/1 & 8/8 Junior Keeper Experience Kids 13 to 16 can get a chance to know what it’s like to be a zookeeper at this half-day camp. Find other ZooCamp options at akronzoo.org. Akron Zoo, 505 Euclid Ave., Akron. 9 a.m.-noon or 1-4 p.m. $75 members, $100 nonmembers. akronzoo.org

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6/15 Barberton Memories: 1930s Attend this presentation in person or virtually to learn about what it was like to live in Northeast Ohio during the Great Depression. Barberton Public Library, local history room, 602 W. Park Ave., Barberton. 2:30 p.m. Free. barbertonlibrary.org 6/16 Silver Creek Kayak Learn to paddle a kayak with a certified instructor and naturalist while observing wildlife around the water. Silver Creek Metro Park, 5000 Hametown Road, Norton. 3:30-5:30 p.m. or 6:30-8:30 p.m. $15. summitmetroparks.org 6/16 Tools that Built the Connecticut Western Reserve: Cutting Tools The Summit County Historical Society of Akron, OH presents this in-person and virtual program about vintage tools in its permanent collection. This session continues to focus on tools like braces, chisels, frow, gimlet, planes beetles and mauls. John Brown House, 514 Diagonal Road, Akron. Free members, $10 in-person nonmembers. summithistory.org

6/18 Brew at the Zoo: Luau Sample craft beers and wines, listen to a live DJ and explore the zoo after hours. Akron Zoo, 505 Euclid Ave., Akron. 6:30 9:30 p.m. $30 members, $35 nonmembers. akronzoo.org 6/18 Relay for Life Summit County Join this fundraising event that benefits the American Cancer Society. Walk the track as local entertainers keep participants energized. 2085 Front St., Cuyahoga Falls. 2-11 p.m. downtowncf.com 6/19 Father’s Day Car Show Spend time with dad at the 64th annual car show at Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens, which features 400 classic, antique and collectors cars that were made 1915 and 1996. Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens, 714 N. Portage Path, Akron. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. stanhywet.org 6/19 Father’s Day at the Zoo All fathers and grandfathers can visit the zoo for free. Parking rates apply. Akron Zoo, 505 Euclid Ave., Akron. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. akronzoo.org

6/16-7/2 “Little Shop of Horrors” Watch this performance, directed by Terri Kent, on select dates to see the story of Seymour Krelborn and his carnivorous plant, Audrey II, based on the film by Roger Corman. Porthouse Theatre, 3143 O’Neil Road, Cuyahoga Falls. 2 p.m. or 8 p.m. porthousetheatre.com 6/17 Blue Heron Homecoming This festival gives community members a chance to learn more about the Akron Waterways Renewed program while enjoying hands-on exhibits, tours, entertainment, giveaways and more. Cascade Valley Park, the Chuckery Area, 837 Cuyahoga St., Akron. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. akronwaterwaysrenewed.com 6/17 Dirty Deeds Celebrate Third Friday with this AC/DC tribute band and opener Magic Alex as a part of the Rock the Lock concert series. Lock 3, 200 S. Main St., Akron. 7 p.m. $5. lock3live.com 6/17 & 6/18 “Peter Pan: The Musical” Watch this classic story by J.M. Barrie performed by the Akron Civic Theatre’s All-City Musical. Akron Civic Theatre, 182 S. Main St., Akron. 2:30 or 7:30 p.m. $10-$25. akroncivic.com

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6/24 & 6/25 National Interstate 8K & 1 Mile Enter the Akron Marathon Race Series with the 1-mile run on Friday at 7 p.m. and the 8K on Saturday at 7:30 a.m., which goes through The University of Akron’s campus and the downtown Akron area. akronmarathon.org 6/25 DTCF Quarterly Visit downtown Cuyahoga Falls for pop up vendors, artist meet and greets, live entertainment, sales and more during this Downtown Cuyahoga Falls Partnership event focused on promoting art. Downtown Cuyahoga Falls. 11 a.m.-8 p.m. downtowncf.com 6/25 Immigrant Heritage Day The Akron Zoo partners with Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens for this day of history, crafts, games and more with local multicultural organizations. Akron Zoo, 505 Euclid Ave., Akron. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. akronzoo.org

6/25 Meet the Artist: Micah Kraus Meet the artist behind the solo exhibition “Cycling,” which is inspired by information overload and uncertainty and can be viewed in person or virtually. Summit Artspace, 140 E. Market St., Akron. 3-5 p.m. summitartspace.org 6/26, 7/31, 8/28 & 9/25 Yoga on the West Terrace Participate in a beginner-friendly vinyasa flow yoga practice, then tour the manor house and gardens. Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens, 714 N. Portage Path, Akron. 10:30-11:30 a.m. $12 members, $16 nonmembers. stanhywet.org 6/28 Brown Bag Lunch: “Hidden History of Cleveland Sports” Learn about Cleveland’s sports teams from journalist Marc Bona while munching on cookies or eating lunch. Massillon Museum, 121 Lincoln Way E, Massillon. 12:10-12:50 p.m. Free. massillonmuseum.org continued on pg. 21

6/21-6/26 Akron RubberDucks vs. Harrisburg Senators Cheer on the Akron RubberDucks, our minor league baseball team affiliate of the Cleveland Guardians. Canal Park, 300 S. Main St., Akron. $5-$27. akronrubberducks.com 6/23 Arts Alive Awards Reception Celebrate artists from Summit and surrounding counties who excel in positions like arts educator, collaborator, emerging artist and more. Summit Artspace, 140 E. Market St., Akron. 7 p.m. summitartspace.org 6/23-6/26 Rock the Docks Akron Head to the shores of Springfield Lake to enjoy this family-friendly festival with boat rides, food, music, fireworks and more. Springfield Lake, 2459 Canfield Road, Akron. facebook.com/ RockTheDocksSpringfield 6/24 Satisfaction Rock out to this international Rolling Stones tribute band and opener the Twistoffs as a part of the Rock the Lock concert series. Lock 3, 200 S. Main St., Akron. 7 p.m. Free. lock3live.com

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PROMOTIONAL EDITORIAL

S P O T L I G H T

by Brendan Baker

The Akron Police Department Wants YOU to Join the Force Akron’s men and women in uniform are on a mission: to find and recruit 50 new cadets for the police force. Sgt. Michael Murphy heads up the recruitment task force and has been with the Akron Police Department for 15 years. “Becoming a police officer was never in my plan,” he says. “I went to the University of Dayton to play foot ball, came back home and started work ing at Sterling Jewelers, trying to figure out what my path was going to be.” He grew up in West Akron and went to St. Vincent-St. Mary High School, graduat ing a year ahead of LeBron James. After returning from Dayton, he debated going back to complete his degree at The University of Akron. But fate stepped in, and he joined Akron Police. His primary responsibility is to super vise the other patrol officers. “I sign off on the paperwork and conduct use of force investigations, so anytime an offi cer may have to tase someone, tackle or punch them,” he says. Detective Dawn Forney took a differ ent route than many of her peers after graduating from The University of Akron with a communications degree. She worked in the dispatch room and joined the force because she wanted to go on calls and help people. Forney is now a 27-year veteran of Akron Police, mainly working as a patrol officer, but she became a detec tive four years ago. “It’s an exciting job. You get away from being behind a com puter, and you’re going to experience things that most people aren’t going to get to experience,” she says. “The cama raderie — that’s a big thing too.”

Officer Jeff Ludle and Forney gradu ated from the academy together in 1995. Ludle’s first day on the job was Christmas Day of that year. He says the job has changed today because of the evolving role of technology. “The job is different now with all the eyes,” he says. “Bodycam video is stored in the cloud, and we face situa tions where we need technology. When you hit your taser, the camera comes on. When you hit the siren in the car, you might not be thinking of turning your camera on.” Ludle has been driving the patrol van, transporting prisoners to the jail most of his career. He says that the depart ment only runs one transport van per shift to help free up the arresting offi cers to finish their paperwork. He also trains rookies to operate the patrol van as part of their 13-week field training. “Once the rookies start getting toward the end of their probation, they come with me so they can learn how to work the wagon because it is a little different than the cruiser,” he says. Officer Damber Subba started with Akron Police in 2018 after being a translator for the city of Akron to help communicate with the Nepali Bhutanese community in North Hill. Subba says he acts as a sort of “cultural broker” for the Akron Police, primarily when they work with Nepali-Bhutanese immigrants. “I can relate to their

struggle,” he says. “Many fear the police because we didn’t trust the Army in Nepal’s refugee camps.” These exemplary officers stress that the Akron Police is a great opportunity that’s better than many other munici palities because you are paid the minute you enter the police academy. Officers come from all backgrounds, ethnicities and genders. Akron Police has more than 425 police officers on the job, working in 20 departments, so there’s room to grow into many roles. While it is not the largest metropolitan police force, it is considered a midsized force with one of the country’s top internally-run police academies. Murphy and his team are looking for at least 1,000 recruits to take the written exam by July 7 and 8 to qualify 50 cadets. The academy will be split into two classes of 25 starting this fall. Akron Police encourages vet erans, women and minorities from 21 to 40 to apply. “The police force is like a big family,” Murphy says. “It begins at the police academy. Those are people you end up spending the next 20 to 30 years with. You build those friendships in the police academy, which carries through out your career.” For more information go to akronohio.gov.

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6/30 June Pavilion Wine Pairing Dinner Listen to live music by Rolando and enjoy fresh air during a five-course meal paired with wine. Dine on grilled quail, cucumber watermelon salad, iron-seared filet and more. Gervasi Vineyard, the pavilion, 1700 55th St. NE, Canton. 6-8:30 p.m. $140. gervasivineyard.com 7/4 & 7/6-7/10 Akron RubberDucks vs. Altoona Curve Cheer on the Akron RubberDucks, our minor league baseball team affiliate of the Cleveland Guardians. Canal Park, 300 S. Main St., Akron. $5-$27. akronrubberducks.com 7/7-8/14 “The Taming of the Shrew” Enjoy this classic Shakespearean comedy under the stars. Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens, 714 N. Portage Path, Akron. 7:30 p.m. greenshow, 8 p.m. performance. $15- $30. ohioshakespeare.com

Lucas Bohn: “Lesson Plans to Late Night”

Comedy Show Friday, June 24 7:30 p.m. All seats $20.

Comedian Lucas Bohn is back with an all-new show featuring hilarious stories about transitioning from elementary teacher to professional comedian. His show combines live storytelling comedy and a multimedia presentation — everything from students’ work to funny signs he sees while touring. The perfect blend of schoolboy charm and bad-boy charisma, his comedy is both smart and audacious. Known as the little guy who generates big laughs, Lucas has shared the stage with Dave Chappelle, Jimmy Fallon and Kevin Hart. Lucas’ high energy shows and hilarious impersonations make him an instant hit with audiences of all ages. Parade Magazine called it a “comedic multimedia masterpiece”.

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GONE CAMPING Braving the elements is no longer the norm. These days camping can be staying in a glamorous yurt, a picturesque geodome or just pitching a tent on the beach. Whatever your style, near and far outdoor getaways await you. by Kelly Petryszyn and Alexandra Sobczak

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Cuyahoga Valley National Park

Natural Escape

We often think far for a tranquil getaway, but Peninsula has a beautiful spot that’s an escape in itself. Return to the bare necessi ties at Heritage Farms where you can land shelter or tent camping sites scattered across the 7-acre property, primarily known for its family-owned Christmas tree farm that has Fraser firs, scotch pines and Canaan trees. “You get nice views out over the tree field, and people are fascinated by that,” says co A-frame shelter on an 8-by 8-foot deck lifted a few feet off the ground, while nine primitive sites just offer space for you and your tent. Both options have a picnic table and fire ring, and some people use the shelter for stowing gear while others sleep under them. The sites are at least 30 yards apart from each other, creat ing a private and calm atmo sphere when available between April and October. “They’re not right next to the other camp ers,” Haramis says. “That’s not very common to a lot of campgrounds.” But if you are looking to socialize, you can attend farm events including a flea market that’s on first Saturdays through September. owner George Haramis. Six shelter sites have an

Keep an eye out for wildlife like deer and birds, and enjoy sunrise and sunset views from your site. Six of the sites are directly on the farm’s property line, which borders Cuyahoga Valley National Park, and you are near a creek, grassy hill side and maple, oak, buckeye, walnut and cherry trees. “It’s surprising if you don’t see at least a deer while you’re out here,” he says. “We have hawks overhead. Once in a while, you’ll see an eagle come by.” That proximity to the national park excites many campers, he says, and there is nearby access to Summit Metro Parks trails and the Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail, all within less than half a mile. Haramis says campers come from out of the area and even from throughout the country. “We have people that are camping here because they’re camping their way through the country and they wanted to come to the Cuyahoga Valley National Park,” he says. Whether you’re from near or far, the campsites at Heritage Farms provide a serene getaway. “It’s quiet here,” Haramis says. AS 6050 Riverview Road, Peninsula, heritagefarms.com

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Baylor Beach Park , Navarre, baylorbeachpark.com Lake O'Pines , Hartville, lake-o-pines.com West Branch State Park , Ravenna, ohiodnr.gov

While You’re There See even more of the Cuyahoga Valley National Park during a ride on the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad, which has both regular rides and themed events year-round. cvsr.org

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