Akron Life September 2023

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9/3, 9/10, 9/17 & 9/24 DISTILLERY TASTING TOUR 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. 3 p.m. $21. gervasivineyard.com 9/4 Try It: Kayaking Beginners are welcome to try paddling out on the water in a relaxed and educational atmosphere. Summit Lake Nature Center, 411 Ira Ave., Akron. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. summitmetroparks.org 9/5 & 9/12 Pilates in the Pavilion Center yourself during this outdoor session led by Yoga Strong. Gervasi Vineyard, the Pavilion, 1700 55th St. NE, Canton. 6-7 p.m. gervasivineyard. com 9/7 Hard Day’s Night Jam to this Beatles tribute band. Gervasi Vineyard, the Pavilion, 1700 55th St. NE, Canton. 8-9:30 p.m. $19-$29. gervasivineyard.com 9/7 & 9/8 Downtown Canton Music Fest Listen to the Shootouts, Wintrip, the Scenic Route, Ravenwood and more. Centennial Plaza, 330 Court Ave. NW, Canton. Thursday 3:30 10:30 p.m. & Friday noon-10:30 p.m. Free. facebook.com/ downtowncantonmusicfest 9/8 & 9/13 Kinderealm: Indigenous Peoples Children 3 to 6 and an adult can learn about indigenous culture, influences and more. F.A. Seiberling Nature Realm, 1828 Smith Road, Akron. 10:30-11:30 a.m. summitmetroparks.org 9/9 Bob Meister Special Needs Fishing Derby Individuals with special needs can fish and win prizes at this event hosted by Stark Parks and the Berkley Fishing Team. Sippo Lake Park East, 5300 Tyner St., Canton. 8 a.m.-noon. starkparks.com 9/9 Eliot Lewis with Marc Lee Shannon Watch multi instrumentalist Eliot Lewis, who has toured the world as a member of the Hall & Oates band, perform. Marc Lee Shannon opens the show. Akron Civic Theatre, Knight Stage, 182 S. Main St., Akron. 7:30 p.m. $20. akroncivic.com 9/9 Hope. Healing. Poetry. Hear poets from Stewart’s Caring Place’s poetry group. Akron Civic Theatre, Wild Oscar’s, 182 S. Main St., Akron. 7:30 p.m. $10. akroncivic.com 9/9 SHADES OF YELLOW Learn about the yellow flowers that grow in meadows and fields in Ohio. Liberty Park, 9999 Liberty Road, Twinsburg. 1-3 p.m. summitmetroparks.org 9/9 Starry, Starry Nights at Letha House Use the Cuyahoga Astronomical Association’s telescopes to get a close-up view of planets and the moon. Letha House Lodge West, 5800 Richman Road, Spencer. 9-11 p.m. Free. medinacountyparks. com 9/10 Molto Bella Auto Show See 300 exotic, classic and rare cars. Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens, 714 N. Portage Path, Akron. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. $16 members, $19 nonmembers. stanhywet.org 9/10 Music at the Lodge Relax with some live music by Steve Madewell. The Lodge at Allardale, 141 Remsen Road, Medina. 2-3 p.m. Free. medinacountyparks.com

Voted best retail therapy in the 19th annual Zenith Awards from the Akron/Summit Convention & Visitors Bureau, Zeber-Martell Gallery and Clay Studio is an urban gallery filled with original finely crafted vases, lighting, wall art, artisan jewelry and gifts by local, regional and national artists. It’s in Akron’s Northside District. See Zeber-Martell’s ceramic artwork at Ohio Mart Oct. 5-8 at Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens. Zeber-Martell Gallery and Clay Studio

Zeber-Martell Gallery and Clay Studio 43 Furnace St., Akron 330-253-3808 zeber-martell.com

Named for the ancient god of music and the sun, Grammy Award-winning ensemble Apollo’s Fire has won international praise for its “dazzling” and “incandescent” performances ( The Sunday Times, London). Founded by harpsichordist and conductor Jeannette Sorrell, the period band brings to life music of the past for audiences of today with passion. Apollo’s Fire’s 29th season in Akron includes Handel’s celebrated Water Music, stunning works by Bach and Vivaldi, lively music from Spain and Ireland, and more! Apollo’s Fire

Tickets & Info: info@apollosfire.org

216-320-0012 800-314-2535 apollosfire.org

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akronlife.com | SEPTEMBER 2023