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Connecting Arts, Culture

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On the left there is a photo of little girl holding two red Lego blocks, to the right is photo of a woman painting with a woman next to her, the third photo is a little boy drawing black pavement with chalk. The photo beneath these are three girls dressed in orange, red, and blue clothing throwing confetti.

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

 

State of the Arts 2025:

A celebration of people, place, and purpose.

Your presence and energy reminded us what makes Summit County so special- the people and partnerships driving creativity, connection, and community forward.
 

The Cultural Plan our community created together reflects all that contributes to our quality of life: from the cultural experiences that inspire us, to the parks, performances, festivals, and gathering places that bring us together. It’s a reflection of a community that values imagination, belonging, and collaboration.

 

Thank you for showing up for this work and for one another. Together, we’re shaping a vibrant, resilient Summit County where creativity and connection remain at the heart of who we are.

 

Photos by: The Green Photograph

 

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!

 

Highlighted Events

Two men in front of a wall, one holding a guitar and one holding a flute

Photo from Urban Troubador

Sun., Nov. 2 • 3:15 pm

• The Winery at Wolf Creek, Norton

Comfortable with both written and improvised musical forms, classical guitarist Robert Gruca and flutist Linda White stretch the boundaries of the standard classical concert by including original arrangements of rock, funk, Latin tunes, and free improvisation.

 
A white mouse puppet on stage

Photo provided by Les Délicas

Sat., Nov. 22 

• Akron Summit County Public Library, Akron

With puppets designed by Ian Petroni, an animal-inspired score of Baroque music assembled by Les Délices director Debra Nagy, and a narrative by Ohio poet laureate Dave Lucas, The Aesop Project will delight, inspire, and offer food for thought. Soprano Elena Mullins is featured alongside a stellar ensemble of Baroque violin, viola da gamba, oboe, recorder, and harpsichord.

 
Colorful painting of the northern lights in front of a snowy mountain and trees

Graphic Weathervane Playhouse

Winter Lights at the Polish American Citizens Club of Akron

Thurs., Nov. 13 • 6:00-8:00 pm

• Polish American Citizens Club, Akron

Join local artist Rae Faba for an evening of painting and beer at the (usually private) Polish American Citizens Club! We paint in the large, well-lit ballroom, and the club will have the bar and kitchen open for all.

 
Photo of woman speaking

Photo from DANCECleveland

An Evening With Dianne McIntyre

Tue., Nov. 4 • 6:00-7:00 pm

• Akron-Summit County Public Library (Main)

DANCECleveland and the Akron Public Library are thrilled to welcome you for a special conversation with Dianne McIntyre, a nationally acclaimed choreographer and Cleveland native, as she shares stories from her remarkable career in dance. 

 
Photo of people painting. Text on the photo reads "Akron-Summit Cultural Plan." The bottom of the photo has different icons such as a balance scare, a door, hand with a pencil in it, a flower, two people talking, two gears, puzzle pieces, money, a location symbol, and a painting. Text at the top of the photo is photo credit to Elizabeth Tipton.

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!

 
3 circular photos with blue, orange, pink, green, and yellow smaller circles around them. The first photo is On the left there is a photo of little girl holding two red Lego blocks, to the right is photo of a woman painting with a woman next to her, the third photo is a little boy drawing black pavement with chalk. The first photo is of a little girl holding two red blocks, the second photo is of a woman painting with a woman next to her, and the third photo is of a man painting a face.

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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