Akron Life June 2023

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[ FEATURE ] !" MAKE A SPLASH Paddle our rivers and lakes. Kayak or canoe under the moonlight, combine yoga with stand-up paddleboarding, learn how to row with a team and enjoy more ways to get out on the water.

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[ Publisher | Colin Baker | cbaker@bakermediagroup.com ]

Real Life

Artificial intelligence is a hot topic, but Akron Life is still created by real people.

work, reports, charts and graphs. At Akron Life , we are still writing our own stories and have our boots on the ground in the community. I asked ChatGPT if Akron Life magazine and ChatGPT could coexist, and here is what it said: “Yes, Akron Life magazine and ChatGPT can coexist. Akron Life magazine is a local publication that provides news and features specific to the Akron area, while ChatGPT is an AI language model that provides general information and answers to various questions. While both serve the purpose of providing information, they serve different functions and have different audiences. Akron Life magazine provides a more personalized and local experience for readers interested in news and events specific to Akron, while ChatGPT provides a more general and broad information resource. Furthermore, Akron Life magazine and ChatGPT can complement each other. Akron Life magazine can use AI technology like ChatGPT to improve its operations, such as by automating content creation or providing personalized content recom mendations to its readers. Meanwhile, ChatGPT can use Akron Life magazine as a source of information and inspiration for its responses to questions related to the Akron area. In short, Akron Life magazine and ChatGPT can coexist and even benefit each other through their respective strengths and capabilities.”

I have waited until this point to share my opinions on artificial intelligence and its effects on soci ety and impacts on the magazine industry and local media as a whole. I have been following this topic closely for a while and have tried to learn as much as I can about the trends and the industry. When the ChatGPT AI chatbot first made an appearance, it was November 2022. Since then, it seems like everyone has been talking about it, and lots of people are trying this free tool to see how it works. What most people don’t realize is that AI has been used all around us for many years. Google, Facebook and other big technol ogy companies have been building it into their businesses and systems for quite some time. Most people are familiar with Siri on their phones or Alexa in their homes. I had to disable Alexa because of how annoying it was. Most of the time, it seemed to only want to sell me things, asking if I wanted to buy coffee pods or diapers. Not long after ChatGPT came out, I started going down the rabbit hole of AI, watching videos on YouTube of all the com panies and what they were doing. It scared me to the point I couldn’t sleep, so I had to stop that. Instead, I have tried to look at the areas where it will change humanity for the better. I believe access to quality educa tion for everyone will be one great advance ment as well as better health care. I have heard people say that it won’t take your job away but will take away the parts of your job that you don’t like — mundane

I still think it’s pretty scary, but I believe in real people doing real work. There will always be bots on the internet, but at Akron Life, we will always call and meet real peo ple and discover new restaurants and things to do in the area. Until ChatGPT can sit in a restaurant and eat a steak and drink from a local brewery, I think we are safe.

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

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+3 Father’s Day Gifts “Weird Moments in Cleveland Sports”: Akron Life contributor Vince Guerrieri launches this look at off beat “only in Cleveland” moments in our sports history like a then-Cleveland Indians player who was traded for himself, a Lake Erie midges swarm storming a ballgame and the wild result of giving Clevelanders beer at 10 cents a bottle. Give the old man a good laugh and hear all about it at the next family barbecue. Gray & Co., $16.95 “Mom’s Magnavox”: Enjoy a heartfelt recollection from Canton native and Akron Life sales associate Ben DiCola about a simpler time in the ’60s when listening to baseball radio on summertime porches was the go-to for the Pittsburgh Pirates fan. A new personal essay col lection that’s sure to scratch the nostalgic itch for old timer sports dads, it hits home and recalls the impact of America’s pastime on relationships, history and life. $19.99 “Gridiron Legacy: Pro Football’s Missing Origin Story”: Pittsburgh native Gregg Ficery delves into a scandal during pre-NFL history of professional foot ball when his great-grandfather was a Massillon Tigers captain. Ficery reveals missing links surrounding how attempted bribery and game-fixing during the 1906 championship series between the Canton Bulldogs and the Tigers led to a drought in pro football in Ohio. This book is for fathers who love a great uncovering of a mystery in an investigative approach to one of the earliest scandals in pro football history. The Story Plant, Preorder for Aug. 15 release, $49.95

Grand Slam Make your ballpark experience the GOAT by trying new extreme foods at Akron RubberDucks’ Canal Park stadium. Star sluggers include the All Around the World Dogs — a platter of three distinct hot dogs topped with ranch-drizzled Buffalo chicken macaroni and cheese, kimchi, chili Sriracha, cucumbers and mayonnaise, and banh mi-style carrots, jalapenos, radishes, cucumbers, cilantro and cusabi dressing. There’s also a pound of Buffalo chicken nachos with jalapenos and bacon, and new additions of crispy sauerkraut balls and jojos will make Akronites feel right at home. Cool off with the new Boot Scootin’ Boozy cocktail — a 16-ounce vodka lemonade with delightful purees of strawberry, raspberry or mango.

Food trucks fill missing niches of unique street foods in our diet, and you can find an array of global selections at the new NoHi Food Truck Park, which opened in May in North Hill’s Temple Square area. Experience eats and drinks from local food trucks while taking in vendors and live art ist performances on Fridays and Saturdays. Stop by the Tiki bar, with a colorful spray painted mural nearby, to grab a wine, beer, cocktail or hard selt zer to pair with your food. 765 N. Main St., Akron, northhillcdc.org

300 S. Main St., Akron, akronrubberducks.com

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[ Managing Editor | Kelly Petryszyn | kpetryszyn@bakermediagroup.com ]

Victory At Last

After delays, new Canton landmarks are open and starting to flourish.

It was the first Stark Pride Festival, and more than 3,000 people came downtown in support. The crowd overwhelmed vendors, with food trucks running out of food and surrounding restaurants getting so full that we had to walk back to Conestoga Grill for dinner. After that success, Stark Pride returns this year on June 10. The plaza opened about two and a half years ago after pandemic delays of the proj ect that began in 2016. Previously, Canton didn’t have a central green space where everyone could gather downtown. Since it opened, the plaza has been a venue for foot ball parties, summer outdoor movies, farm ers markets, First Fridays and festivals. Turn to pg. 35 to explore more of what the Hall of Fame City has to offer in our Canton guide that has new restaurants, des tinations and more. A game changer is the Hall of Fame Village. After years of struggles and delays, anchors have gradually been opening and the village finally comes alive this summer with most of the campus activated and shopping and dining spots opening on its promenade. It changes the landscape of Canton — you can see the Red Zone Ferris wheel from the highway exit. I got a chance to tour it, and it is impres sive. Located next to the Pro Football Hall of Fame, the village includes Touchdown Terrace that offers up close stadium views from below the scoreboard, Top Golf roof top swing suites that have sophisticated VR tech in the Brew Kettle brewery restaurant and an amphitheater area in the center of it all with a zip line overhead and the Ferris wheel behind it.

Anne Graffice, Hall of Fame Resort & Entertainment Co. executive vice president of global marketing and public affairs, says data shows that Canton is getting older, smaller and poorer. But developments like the plaza and the village are turning a corner. “We’re becoming more opportunistic, we’re building for the future, we’re becoming younger and becoming a place where jobs will be created,” she says. It’s tough to visualize while walking by the eight fields, indoor dome and stadium, but those anchors can bring hundreds of thou sands of people for one event, festival or tournament. And with the newly renovated DoubleTree by Hilton Canton Downtown, those guests are pouring out into downtown restaurants, shops and attractions too. The same effect happens on a smaller scale with events on Centennial Plaza. And the Hilton Tapestry Hotel and indoor water park are coming next year, so numbers can only go up. Graffice admits that the village is not yet the “Disneyland of football,” as it has been described, but it’s on the road to a version of that. The future of Canton and the vil lage is looking up. “It’s a mission to really change a landscape,” she says. “We are working toward creat ing a bigger, better and brighter future for everyone.”

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The turf on Centennial Plaza was so packed with spectators that the crowd spilled into the streets and alley — and it was a sea of rainbow pride at the Stark Pride Festival last June 11. A woman with a rainbow pride flag draped around her shoul ders kissed a woman in an ombre rainbow T-shirt, kids in rainbow print waved LGBTQ-plus flags, a little girl sported an “I heart My Moms” T-shirt and a pair of men in rainbow leis put their arms around one another. Drag queens Hershae Chocolate, Kaleigha Diamond and Rosie Quartz each killed it on the amphitheater stage, garnering whoops and dollar bills from the crowd. One queen broke a heeled boot but performed through it and earned thunderous applause. When Angie Haze took the stage, Haze remarked on how much love was coming from the crowd.

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

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AGENDA

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Through 9/30 “World of Wonders”

This exhibit with work by pop funk sculptor Clayton Bailey is open to the public on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. Polsky Building, 225 S. Main St., Akron. 4-8 p.m. curatedstorefront.org

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NOTE : Dates, events, locations, times and prices are subject to change. Please call ahead.

Through 6/17 Spring Exhibitions Browse art from the exhibits at Summit Artspace, including “Black Spaces: Defying Social Constructs,” “Women’s Art League 90th Anniversary,” “The things we carry,” “Artists of Rubber City Juried Exhibition” and more. Summit Artspace, 140 E. Market St., Akron. Friday noon 7 p.m. & Saturday 11 a.m.-5 p.m. summitartspace.org Through 7/2 “Tigers vs. Bulldogs: Origins of a Historic Rivalry” Learn about the history and rivalry between the Massillon Tigers and Canton Bulldogs 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 7/7 “Threads of Connection: Recent Fiber Works by Members of Weave a Real Peace” View artistic creations and traditions from countries like Argentina, Ghana, Guatemala, India and more. KSU Downtown Gallery, 141 E. Main St., Kent. Free. Monday-Friday 10 a.m.-6 p.m. & Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m. kent.edu/galleries Through 7/23 “Borderless: Artist Migration from the CMA Collection” Peruse pieces that tell stories and journeys of artists who have experienced migration, immigration and displacement. 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. Free members, $8 adults. cantonart.org

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Miller South’s 30th Anniversary Miller South Visual & Performing Arts School in Akron celebrated its 30th anniversary with song and dance performances, poetry readings and art displays March 3. Performances by students, teachers and Miller South alumni included jazz, concert band, theater, orchestra, dance and show choir. Jamar “GoalGetta” Blackmon, who is an alumnus and has a child attending the school, was the event’s emcee. Margo Snider, the first principal, shared her vision of creating a visual and performing arts middle school for grades four to eight.

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6. Miller South principal Julie Schmidt and Margo Snider accepted a certificate of congressional recognition for the 30th anniversary. 7. Alumni show choir

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6/1 Ballet at the Vineyard Watch a Cleveland Ballet performance from the covered pavilion with a glass of wine and light appetizers. Gervasi Vineyard, 1700 55th St. NE, Canton. 6-8 p.m. $125. gervasivineyard.com 6/3, 6/10, 6/17 & 6/24 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 6/4 Field & Forest Bird Walk resident birds. Munroe Falls Metro Park, Tallmadge Meadows Area, 1088 North Ave., Tallmadge. 8:30 11 a.m. summitmetroparks.org 6/4, 6/11, 6/18 & 6/25 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. Gervasi Vineyard, the Still House, 1700 55th St. NE, Canton. 2-3 p.m. $17. gervasivineyard.com 6/6 & 6/13 Music by the Lake Sit back and enjoy a performance by the Metro Parks Ensemble. Munroe Falls Metro Park, Lake Area, 521 S. River Road, Munroe Falls, and Silver Creek Metro Park, Lake House & Pheasant Run Area, 5000 Hametown Road, Norton. 7-8 p.m. summitmetroparks.org 6/8 & 6/22 Silver Creek Kayak Learn the basics of kayaking and see wildlife around the water. Silver Creek Metro Park, Lake House & Pheasant Run Area, 5000 Hametown Road, Norton. 4:30-6:30 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. $15. summitmetroparks.org Take a peaceful hike while searching for migratory and

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6/10 Brew at the Zoo Enjoy food trucks, beer tastings and live music by Cold Blue Steele during this ’70s disco party event. Akron Zoo, 505 Euclid Ave., Akron. 6:30 9:30 p.m. $20-$35. akronzoo.org 6/12 “The Fiddlers of Dublin” Catch three starring fiddlers in this performance that is a part of the Countryside Concerts series and is led by Jeannette Sorrell. The Bath Church, United Church of Christ, 3980 W. Bath Road, Akron. 7:30 p.m. $10-$57. apollosfire.org 6/14 & 6/28 Hooks & Books Discuss what you’ve been reading while you sew or knit at this event at 6 p.m. June 14 and 2 p.m. June 28. White Rabbit Galleries, 571 W. Tuscarawas Ave., Barberton. Free. barbertonlibrary.org

6/8, 6/13, 6/22 & 6/29 Summer Serenades in the Park Concert Series Listen to performances by the Canton Symphony Orchestra at Fry Family Park, Stadium Park, Metzger Park and Minerva Municipal Park. 6:30 p.m. Free. starkparks.com 6/9 ArtWalk Enjoy local art, music, food and more at this event themed “Be the Change: Social Justice & the Arts.” Historic Arts District, Akron. 4-9 p.m. Free. summitartspace.org 6/9-10 Founders’ Day Weekend Commemorate the 88th anniversary of Alcoholics Anonymous at the Gate Lodge, which has 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

6/9-6/11 “Matilda: The Musical” See this Rubber City Theatre performance of the story about Matilda, a young girl with psychokinetic powers. Goodyear Theater, 1201 E. Market St., Akron. 2 p.m. or 7 p.m. $20-$50. goodyeartheater.com 6/9 ! 6/24 “A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM” Experience this comedy with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim in an open-air pavilion. Porthouse Theatre, 3143 O’Neil Road, Cuyahoga Falls. 2 or 8 p.m. kent.edu/porthouse

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“Sympathy of Life” under the stars. Akron Art Museum, Bud & Susie Rogers Garden, 1 S. High St., Akron. 6 p.m. akronartmuseum.org 6/17 Classy Canvas Get inspired at this adults-only event that guides you through painting a scene of nature’s beauty. Registration is required. Summit Lake Nature Center, 411 Ira Ave., Akron. 1-2:30 p.m. summitmetroparks.org 6/17 & 6/18 “Oklahoma!” Attend this All-City Musical performance of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Western musical. Akron Civic Theatre, 182 S. Main St., Akron. 2:30 and 7:30 p.m. $15-$30. akroncivic.com

6/15 AKRON ROUNDTABLE: BRENT LEGGS Listen to Brent Leggs, the executive director of African American Cultural Heritage Action Fund and the senior vice president of the National Trust for Historic Preservation. Quaker Station, 135 S. Broadway 6/16 & 6/17 “The Showman” Witness musician and comedian Frankie Scinta performs his popular show. House Three Thirty, 532 W. Market St., Akron. 8 p.m. $100-$200. bit.ly/frankiescinta2023 6/17 Ballet in the Garden at the Akron Art Museum Watch the Cleveland Ballet perform St., Akron. Noon. $25. akronroundtable.org

6/18 CULTUREBANA FASHION SHOW Celebrate Juneteenth during this fashion show that showcases local talent and the rich culture and heritage of the Black community. Summit County Fairgrounds, 229 E. Howe Road, Tallmadge. 6 p.m. $20- $75. summitfair.com 6/18 Father’s Day: Bourbon, Bites & Cigars Treat your dad to three bourbons and a Manhattan, bites like prosciutto-wrapped figs and a cigar. Gervasi Vineyard, Pavilion, 1700 55th St. NE, Canton. 2 p.m. $39-$49. gervasivineyard.com

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6/18 FATHER’S DAY CAR SHOW View 400 classic, antique and collector cars made between 1915 and 1997. Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens, 714 N. Portage Path, Akron. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. $6-$16. stanhywet. org 6/18 FATHER’S DAY HIKE The family can hike together and enjoy some dad jokes

6/19 JUNETEENTH CELEBRATION Take part in cra " s, food, fishing and more during this celebration commemorating the end of slavery in the United States. Summit Lake Nature Center, 411 Ira Ave., Akron. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. summitmetroparks.org 6/19 “Soul” See this movie about a New York jazz pianist during the Summer Kids Movies series and the Sensory Cinema series. Canton Palace Theatre, 605 Market Ave. N, Canton. 1 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. $2. cantonpalacetheatre.org

6/20-6/25 Akron RubberDucks vs. Binghamton Rumble Ponies Cheer on the Akron RubberDucks, our minor league baseball team a ! iliate of the Cleveland Guardians. Times and prices vary. Canal Park, 300 S. Main St., Akron. akronrubberducks.com 6/21 Hike-a-Thon Spend the day hiking trails like Hoover Trail, Middle Branch, Nickel Plate Trail, Quail Hollow Park and more. starkparks.com 6/21 Summer Birds of Northeast Ohio Learn about 50 species of birds from Matt Valencic of the Audubon Society of Greater Cleveland. Barberton Public Library, 602 W. Park Ave., Barberton. 6:30 p.m. Free. barbertonlibrary.org

along the way. Liberty Park, 9999 Liberty Road, Twinsburg. 2-3:30 p.m. summitmetroparks.org

6/18 Father’s Day at the Zoo All dads and grandpas can explore the zoo for free, and families can enjoy Kona Ice. Akron Zoo, 505 Euclid Ave., Akron. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. akronzoo.org

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6/24 BEGINNER STAND ! UP PADDLEBOARDING Give stand-up paddleboarding a try. Nimisila Reservoir Metro Park, Lot C4, 5550 Christman Road, Green. 10 a.m.- noon and 1-3 p.m. $15. summitmetroparks.org 6/24 720 Market Explore this market that has over 100 makers, bakers, brewers, musicians and more. Duncan Plaza, 2 James Duncan Plaza, Massillon. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. eventsby720.com 6/24 MULTICULTURAL DAY Tour the Akron Zoo and discover local multicultural organizations during this celebration in which the zoo is partnering with Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens. Akron Zoo, 505 Euclid Ave., Akron. 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. Free members, $14 PAVILION DINNER Enjoy live music, wine and a five course meal that includes tortellini, grilled swordfish, osso buco and more. Gervasi Vineyard, Pavilion, 1700 55th St. NE, Canton. 6-8:30 p.m. $140. gervasivineyard.com 6/25 Yoga on the West Terrace Do yoga then stroll the gardens. Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens, 714 N. Portage Path, Akron. 10:30 11:30 a.m. $12 members, $16 nonmembers. stanhywet.org adults. akronzoo.org 6/24 TOUR OF ITALY

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6/26 FUNKOLOGY Jam out during this performance as a part of the Concerts in the Park series. Hardesty Park, 1615 W. Market St., Akron. 7-9 p.m. Free. akronrecreationandparks. com 6/26 “LYLE, LYLE, CROCODILE” Take in this movie about a crocodile that lives in New York City during the Summer Kids Movies series and the Sensory Cinema series. Canton Palace Theatre, 605 Market Ave. N, Canton. 1 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. $2. cantonpalacetheatre.org 6/27 BROWN BAG LUNCH: MARY MCMUNN Listen to this presentation titled Museum, 121 Lincoln Way E, Massillon. 12:10-12:50 p.m. Free. massmu.org 6/29 24K MAGIC: BRUNO MARS TRIBUTE CONCERT Jam to hits like “Uptown Funk” and “Locked Out of Heaven” during this high energy tribute performance. Gervasi Vineyard, Pavilion, 1700 55th St. NE, Canton. “From the Governor’s Garden to the Fields of Ecuador.” Massillon

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6/29 ! 7/16 “LOVE’S LABOUR’S LOST” Experience this Ohio Shakespeare Festival performance in the Lagoon area of the estate. Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens, 714 N. Portage Path, Akron. 7:30 p.m. greenshow, 8 p.m. performance. $15-$30. ohioshakespeare.com 6/30 Preview: “Brick Flicks” Get a first look at this Lego exhibit, including the work by winners of the Lego contest. McKinley Presidential Library & Museum, 800 McKinley Monument Drive NW, Canton. 6-8 p.m. $5-$15. mckinleymuseum.org

6/30 ! 7/15 “THE MARVELOUS

6/30 Summer Al Fresco Wine Pairing Try vegetarian bites like sweet corn soup and wild mushroom Wellington paired with award-winning wines. Gervasi Vineyard, Pavilion, 1700 55th St. NE, Canton. 6 p.m. $39. gervasivineyard. com 6/30 ! 7/4 RIB WHITE AND BLUE FESTIVAL Sample ribs from vendors throughout the country, listen to concerts by bands like Draw the Line and Hotel California and take in a fireworks show. Lock 3, 200 S. Main St., Akron. 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Free. lock3live.com

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Make A Splash

Paddle our rivers and lakes. Kayak or canoe under the moonlight, combine yoga with stand-up paddleboarding, learn how to row with a team and enjoy more ways to get out on the water.

Don Howdyshell

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Whitewater Kayaking

Major Rush

Kayakers maneuver around boulders,

water. Howdyshell began white water kayaking in 2015, after kayaking recreationally for most of his life. He says some of the biggest challenges are anticipat ing the movements of the water and pushing yourself out of your comfort zone while com ing face to face with daunting situations. “A large misconception is that people call whitewater kayakers adrenaline junkies. … It’s basi cally, you see something you want to do that presents a chal lenge, and you need to figure out the formula,” Howdyshell says. “The thing to remember is the water is always in control. All you can do is figure out how to navigate it safely.” Much of whitewater kayaking is setting personal goals, whether it be tackling a new stretch of river or nailing a new trick. Paddlers can celebrate accom plishments while out in com munity paddling groups like the Westlake-based Keel-Haulers Canoe Club. “It covers all things — the com munity camaraderie, personal fulfillment when you meet goals that you set for yourself,” Howdyshell says, “and getting to explore places where you can’t explore unless you know how to do this.” Tip: Coordinate with other local paddlers before setting out. “You have to do it as a group to be safe,” Howdyshell says. //AS cfallsfest.com

taking on Class 4 rapids before

free-falling down a waterfall in the Upper Gorge stretch of the Cuyahoga River at the Cuyahoga Falls Fest April 29. When they hit the pool below, some do tailies, a freestyle trick where they raise the front of their kayaks vertically into the air in celebration. “We’re out there doing what we love to do,” says Don Howdyshell, the coordinator of the Cuyahoga Falls Fest, an annual festival that features free style whitewater kayaking and draws spectators and paddlers to Cuyahoga Falls. The Upper Gorge area is what’s known as a park and huck, where paddlers can park and launch their kayaks nearby. “The fact that it’s tucked in the middle of an urban setting is very unique,” says the 43-year old Cuyahoga Falls resident. “It offers a challenge for people … and when they’re done, they can — within five minutes — be ordering drinks or sit down and get food.” Getting to a level of comfort with Class 4 rapids takes time and lots of practice on the

Above: Ross Crocker; Below: Don Howdyshell

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Canoeing & Kayaking

Glow Ride

Paulette Snyder has watched peo ple return to the Tuscarawas River

“The moonlight cruises are so much fun,” she says. “Your trip’s illuminated by the full moon.” Some paddlers bring a flashlight or hat with a light, and many Boy and Girl Scout troop mem bers don glow-in-the-dark brace lets and decorate their clothing with glowing duct tape. Limited reservations ensure the river isn’t too crowded, and the quiet makes for great opportunities for stargazing and seeing wildlife. “You’d be amazed at how many people pull off at times and just watch for different animals,” Snyder says. “Some people just like that quiet time, and they just sit there and look at the stars.” It makes for a romantic date night, a unique bonding experi ence for families, a fun adven ture with your dog or even a wonderful way to celebrate. Snyder recalls one couple, which met at a camp, got married at the Canal Fulton campground and took their whole bridal party on a moonlight cruise. “It’s never the same. You can do it two or three times, and you’re always gonna see or hear some thing different,” Snyder says. “It’s a very beautiful trip down, and it’s very peaceful.” Tip: Canoes occasionally tip, so Snyder reminds everyone that life jackets are required for any one under 18. //AS 219 W. Cherry St., Canal Fulton, cfcanoe.com

to canoe and kayak throughout her time as a business part ner at Canal Fulton

Canoe Livery & Campground.

“We’ve had generations of people that come in,” says the 58-year old Canal Fulton resident. “I’ve watched them come in as kids, and now they come in and bring their dads, themself and their kids.” The spot, which has been open for nearly 25 years, offers single and double kayaks or canoes for trips that are 3, 6, 8 or 11 miles long on a rapid-free stretch of river along serene riverside primitive campsites and then residential land. “Once you’re less than a quarter mile past where we put you in, it’s all farmland,” Snyder says. “I’ve had people see eagles, a lot of turtles, blue herons, deer.” For a different look at nature, try a moonlight cruise, which is a 6-mile canoe or kayak trip Canal Fulton Canoe Livery offers monthly from May to October at 7 to 11:30 p.m., with upcom ing dates June 3, July 1, Aug. 5, Sept. 16 and Oct. 28. Paddlers can also enjoy a bonfire, DJ and karaoke.

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Pedaling

Generate Power

With a bike frame sitting tall on top of aqua plat forms and yellow pon toons, Hydrobikes cause rubbernecking boaters to pull over and talk to people who rent them from Dusty’s Landing II on Turkeyfoot Lake in Portage Lakes. “It’s very eye-catching,” says Drew Norris, a 35-year-old Portage Lakes resident and co-owner of Dusty’s Landing II, which also rents stand-up paddleboards, kayaks and pontoon boats. “They’re bright colors so they look like a lot of fun. Boats come by, and they like to see exactly what you’re on because you don’t see anything like that.” For about four years, Dusty’s Landing II has been renting Hydrobikes that use a front rudder to steer and have a rear propeller powered by pedaling. There’s a bike seat, a small storage compartment and handlebars. “It’s basically like riding a bike on water,” says Norris. He says it’s comfortable and stable to ride and likens it to pedaling a bike uphill. It’s a serious workout that some people incorporate into their fitness routines. “You get a good workout in your legs. You get your cardio going,” Norris says. “I’ve had a couple of customers come in every week, maybe a couple times a week, to get a good workout in.”

Most people pedal up and down the canal and tire out after an hour’s rental. For a more laid-back ride, opt for pedal boats. Dusty’s Landing II has a couple of two-seaters: one with a Bimini to shade from the sun and one 5-foot swan. They have rudders for steering and a rear paddle wheel pow ered by pedaling. “There’s two people in it so you can take turns,” Norris says. “You can pedal at your leisure.” Pedal boats are great for a child and parent, and a spacious compartment allows you to bring fishing gear or a lunch. Norris suggests making a day of it and stopping in the nearby Blue Iguana Tequila Bar or Upper Deck Bar & Grill for a bite to eat — and taking your time. “I’ve seen some of them go from one end of the lake to the other,” he says. “Sometimes people go out for five, six hours. … They’ll be out there all day just pedaling around.” Tip: Portage Lakes can be crowded, so hug the shore enough to steer clear from boaters but keep enough of a dis tance to stay out of seaweed. //KP 401 W. Turkeyfoot Lake Road, Akron, dustyslanding.com

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Rowing

In Sync When Diane Grove Ackerman first sat in a boat and began rowing about a decade ago, she felt incredible. “Your oar hits the water, and all of a sudden you are one with the team and one with the water,” says the now mas ter rower and club president of the Portage Lakes Rowing Association, which has a boat house on Rex Lake in Portage Lakes. Now the Kent resident is get ting certified as a level two coach and fills the bow seat on a sweep rowing team where eight rowers each control a 12-foot oar on a 60-foot boat. Portage Lakes Rowing offers a National Learn to Row Day program June 3 and an open house June 17. There’s also a 10-week novice program, with the next one starting July 23, in which students are first trained on land to learn how to control oars, understand commands and use a rowing machine to learn correct technique and posture. “When you understand what to do with your hands and your legs, the timing of it becomes very natural, like riding a bike,” Grove-Ackerman says. There’s no room for egos — each rower must be synchro nized and follow the stroke rate set by the coxswain, who com mands the boat instead of row ing. The better rowers match

their movements, the faster the boat will go. Nervous newbies often struggle to relax and get into the flow, but she says once you learn the rhythm, the pay off is significant. “When you hear all the oars catch the water at the same time, you feel that release,” Grove-Ackerman says. “That is a high that you strive for.” Rowing helps her appreciate the beauty of Portage Lakes, getting up close to sunsets, morning fog coming off the water and ospreys catching fish. She also says it’s a tremendous high intensity low-impact workout that’s easy on your legs and hips and is accessible. The most fun aspect is competing in regattas. She was coxswain for a women’s four-plus team that won the Head of the Cuyahoga regatta in Cleveland. It’s thrilling when she rows with her team and passes boats. “The last 200 meters, you kick it into gear — you reach down to your toes for every bit of energy, and you are gasping for air,” Grove-Ackerman says. “We’re passing other boats, and you get such an adrenaline rush — it makes you work harder.” Tip: Avoid jerky movements that can cause the boat to rock. //KP 4450 Rex Lake Drive, Akron, plra.club

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Left: Crow pose, Release Yoga

photos by Sarah Maloney

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Stand-up Paddleboard Yoga

Finding Balance

Doing the crow yoga pose — where you hold your body up with your arms and you rest your shins on your upper arms — can be daunting in the studio. Pattie Wagner struggles with the pose, but doing yoga on a stand-up paddle board surrounded by water emboldened her to go for it. “People tend to be more willing to try poses because you’re going to fall into the water versus onto a hard floor,” says the 50-year old Green resident and owner of Release Yoga in Green that hosts stand-up paddleboard yoga classes. “Popping up into crow pose with much more ease was a great experience.” For about seven years, Release Yoga has been offering stand up paddleboard yoga classes on the North Reservoir in Portage Lakes, with upcoming dates June 24, July 9, 23 and 29, and Aug. 6, 13, 19 and 26. It’s so popular that people come from Cleveland and Columbus to try it. The class is approachable to newbies, as it starts with an introductory lesson on using the boards from KillinIt Kayaks and safety tips while you are in shallow water. You paddle out to deeper water to do yoga poses and anchor your board — that’s the secret to success.

“The anchor holds you in place and keeps you from floating off,” Wagner says. “Keep in mind the board is not stable because it’s on water, so it’s always going to be shifting a little.” Those subtle movements make the poses more difficult, includ ing some that people consider easy in the studio like the arms to-floor downward dog, and warrior one and two lunges. “They become more challenging because your center of balance is shifted,” Wagner says. She has fallen before and says almost everyone falls off their boards at one point, and getting back on is a workout that takes core strength. The benefits are gaining strength, flexibility and balance and being outdoors, watching the birds fly by. Wagner thinks the best part is how being in nature helps you deeply connect with your inner peace, like when she did the reclined Savasana on her board. “You have the water supporting you. It’s incredibly relaxing,” she says, “just laying on your back and watching the clouds move by.” Tip: Wear a swimsuit, and bring a towel — you will get wet! //KP Class, 803 State Mill Road, Akron, releaseyoga.com

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330-374-0925 $$ L, D, A, T, W Basil Asian Bistro Menu features Thai, Chinese and Korean dishes, as well as sushi and Vietnamese specialties. 585 Market Ave. N, Canton, 330-452 3888; 145 W Liberty St., Wooster, 330 601-0885 $$$ L, D, A, T, W The Battleground Authentic Mexican food in an aesthetically pleasing atmosphere. It specializes in tortillas and salsa that are made fresh daily. Guests can enjoy street tacos, pozole, carnitas and delicious flan for dessert. 425 Cherry St., Kent, 330 548-9019 $$$ B, L, D, T, A, P Beau’s Grille Well-regarded, innovative menu at the Hilton Akron/Fairlawn. 3180 W. Market St., Fairlawn, 330 867-5218 $$$$ B, L, D, A, T, W

Aladdin’s Eatery Outdoor dining area, tasty Mediterranean cuisine. 782 W. Market St., Akron, 330-535-0110; 1991 Portage Trail, Cuyahoga Falls, 330-928-4640; 44 Park Lane, Hudson 330-656-0560; 3895 Medina Road, Fairlawn, 330-665-3102 $$$ L, D, A, T, W Al’s Corner Restaurant Old World comfort food served cafeteria style. Cabbage rolls and sausage made locally are a favorite. 155 Second St. NW, Barberton, 330-475-7978 $$ L, T, W Alexander Pierce Restaurant Fine dining menu of steaks, house-made pastas, calamari misto and cavatelli alla vodka in an intimate speakeasy-style atmosphere. 797 E. Market St., Akron, 330-529-2003 $$$ D, A Arcadia Grille Authentic Italian cuisine

with pasta and chops. Breakfast served Sat. and Sun. A local favorite for more than 85 years. 321 Court Ave. NW, Canton, 330-454-6055 $$ B, L, D, A, W Arnie’s Public House An attractive, a ! ordable restaurant with a modern twist on comfort food. Featuring award-winning burgers, chicken and wa ! les, fish and chips, pasta and vegetarian dishes. 1682 W. Market St., Akron, 330-867-0154 $$$ L, D, A, T, W Arnie’s West Branch Steak House Casual dining, specializing in steak, ribs and seafood. 5343 state Route 14, Ravenna, 330-297-1717 $$$ D, A, T Barley House Hot and cold deli sandwiches, gourmet pizzas, soups and more. 222 S. Main St., Akron,

B Breakfast L Lunch D Dinner A Alcohol available T Takeout available V Valet parking W Wheelchair Accessible $ average entrees less than $6 $$ average entrees between $6-$10 $$$ average entrees between $11-$16 $$$$ average entrees are $17 or higher Information subject to change. Please call ahead to verify location, hours and events.

Akron Family Restaurant Neighborhood meeting place, homey atmosphere, reasonable prices. 250 W. Market St., Akron, 330-376-0600 $$ B, L, D, T, W

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