Connecting Arts, Culture and Community
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Photos (Left to Right): Akron Children's Museum, photo courtesy of Akron Children's Museum; Cultural Plan focus group in 2019 with Torchbearers, photo by Shane Wynn Photography; Hope Mural installation at Park East, photo by Ilenia Pezzaniti; Himalayan Arts Language & Cultural Academy, photo by Aimee Juarez |
2025 ArtsForward Recipients |
ArtsNow is proud to announce the 2025 recipients of the ArtsForward grant program! This year, 29 projects were selected, representing an incredible range of disciplines, neighborhoods, and community impact. From public art and placemaking initiatives to arts access and inclusion programming, these projects illustrate the creative capacity and vision of Summit County’s nonprofit and independent arts community.
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Join us on October 15, 2025, from 4:00-6:00 PM! ArtsNow hosting the fourth annual State of the Arts: Summit County, a powerful gathering of artists, civic leaders, and community champions committed to building a more vibrant, creative Summit County. Together, we'll celebrate the ongoing impact of the Summit County Cultural Plan, spotlight the change-makers shaping our region's cultural and economic future, and share what's next in the movement for arts and culture.
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Photo from the Conservancy for Cuyahoga Valley National Park |
Rhythm on the River: Carlos Jones and The P.L.U.S Band |
Sun., July 13 • 3:30pm • Howe Meadow, Peninsula
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See Carlos Jones & the P.L.U.S. Band with opener Shaw High School Marching band! Bring your friends and family for great music, food trucks, field games for kids, and free 360 photo booth. |
Graphic from Forever Changes |
Forever Changes Open House |
Fri., July 11 • 4:00pm - 7:00pm • Forever Changes: Art x Love's Working Studio & Gallery, Akron
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Discover more than 200 unique artworks by more than 20 local artists, hang out with our creative community, and immerse yourself in a vibrant good time. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with fellow art lovers and celebrate the power of creativity. |
Photo from Ohio Contemporary Ballet |
Heinz Poll Summer Dance Festival |
July 25-26 • 8:45 pm • Forest Lodge Community Center, Akron
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Ohio Contemporary Ballet proudly returns to the Heinz Poll Summer Dance Festival in Akron. Featuring two masterpieces on the program: Planes/Configurations and Light Breeze. |
ArtsNow Celebrates 10 Years |
ArtsNow is proudly celebrating ten years in 2025! As we mark this milestone, we'd love to hear how ArtsNow impacted you - your experiences, takeaways, and memorable moments. Thank you for being part of our journey. We can't wait to celebrate together!
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Do you have a project or update about the arts and culture sector that aligns with our 10 priorities from the Akron/Summit Cultural Plan? Fill out the quick form below to have your project or update featured on our website!
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Photos (Left to Right): Akron Children's Museum, photo courtesy of Akron Children's Museum; Cultural Plan focus group in 2019 with Torchbearers, photo courtesy of Shane Wynn Photography; Painter Dray Evans, photo courtesy of Aimee Juarez |
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