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 |
The Mental Health Benefits of Prescribing The Arts For Students |
Students watching a performance outdoors, GETTY |
New research highlights how engaging in arts—whether through attending events, creating, or performing—boosts mental well-being. A growing movement called social prescribing encourages healthcare providers to recommend arts experiences to reduce stress, anxiety, and depression. This approach reinforces the arts as not just entertainment, but a vital tool for well-being. |
Creative Investment Program Recipients |
Nicole Kurtz is one of our Creative Investment Program recipients! This investment has allowed Nicole to participate in the Adobe Captivate Training and Certification course.
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Nova is a recipient of the Creative Investment Program! This investment will be used to attend the Leadership Exchange in Arts and Disability Conference this summer in Cleveland, Ohio. |
Metro: Think Outside the Bus |
ArtsNow's executive director, Nicole Mullet, was a featured guest on Metro: Think Outside the Bus as she discusses various topics like how art can positively affect people's moods, the importance of vibrant colorful spaces, and more. Listen on Apple Podcasts Listen on Spotify
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Photo from Women's Interfaith Spiritual Heritage |
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Interweaving Sacred Prayers Collaborative |
Wed., April 2 • 6:00 - 8:00pm • Summit Artspace, Akron
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Take part in this unique project of community-activated art to foster connections among diverse faith groups. Bring a dish to share and talk about your faith experience. Join in the weaving process of a unique tapestry. |
Graphic provided by The University of Akron School of Music |
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UA JazzWeek: Joshua Redman |
Tues., April 8 • 7:30pm • E.J. Thomas Performing Arts Hall, Akron
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Joshua Redman is the Frances Yates Bittle Jazz Artist in Residence for JazzFest 2025! Redman is one of the most acclaimed jazz artists of our generation, with a career spanning more than thirty years. In 2023, he launched his debut album, “Where are we,” his first experience writing lyrics and collaborating with a vocalist." |
Photo provided by the Akron-Summit County Public Library, Goodyear Branch |
Music and Mindful Mornings w/ Serrated Slump and Lune
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Sat., April 5 • 11:00am - 1:00pm • Akron-Summit County Public Library, Goodyear Branch
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Serrated Slump is a Middlebury Neighborhood-based duo of artists who farm in the city. They are inspired by the soundscapes around them, including Route 8, wild birds, cicadas and helicopters. Pete Bach mixes analog and digital music tech, while Avery Duff runs the singing saw and vocals through effects pedals. |
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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