Good morning, Akron.

Registration for the Akron Parks Challenge is open until Feb.

23 for community leaders, residents, and organizations to pitch renovation ideas for City parks for $150,000. An info session is on March 4 (6-7 p.m.) with a make-up session on March 6 (12-1 p.m.) for entry consolidation.

Retired Akron police captain T.B.

Pasko debuts his crime novel 'Knights on the Graveyard Watch', blending detective work with a science fiction twist as the first book in his 7th Precinct Series. The novel is priced at $18.95 (from Coffeetown Press) and reflects his 27 years of police service.

A vibrant slate of events is planned this week in Akron and Cleveland—featuring concerts, ballet performances and comedy shows.

Local venues such as Akron Civic Theatre and Music Box Supper Club host programs with some requiring advance registration.

Garfield Community Learning Center hosted a Valentine’s Dance for special needs students on Thursday, Feb.

12. Teacher Julie Garcia and her Marketing Pathway students decorated the gym with paper hearts and sweet treats while facility dog Adam charmed the attendees.

The U.S. Coast Guard Great Lakes released ice safety tips on Sunday as warmer weather softened ice on local bodies of water, advising residents to wear life jackets, check weather conditions, and avoid traveling alone on thin ice.

Business Networking at House Three Thirty

9-10 a.m. — House Three Thirty — Free entry — Connect with fellow Outstanding Ohioans in a vibrant community setting.

Wine, Cheese & Chocolate Concert

7-10 p.m. — Akron Civic Theatre — Tickets required — Experience high-energy live performances featuring catchy tunes and impressive stage presence.

Midweek Jump Off with Smokeface & Brainwreck

9:00–11:45 p.m. — Musica — $7 entry — Enjoy a live band and DJ experience featuring weekly guests as the bar opens at 7 PM.

Girl Scout Launch Event in West Akron

6-7 p.m. — Northwest Family Recreation — Free entry — Explore space-themed activities and kick off your Girl Scout journey with hands-on learning and fun.

Zipcon 2026

10 AM – 10 PM — Jean Hower Taber Student Union — $10 entry — Immerse yourself in anime culture at this one-day convention hosted by the University of Akron's Anime Club.

Meet The Maker Mixer

5-7 p.m. — The Well CDC — Free entry — Experience local culinary delights while supporting community food entrepreneurs and enjoying live music.

Shrek The Musical

7:30 p.m. — Weathervane Playhouse — Check venue for pricing — Enjoy a delightful family tale of an ogre's journey and fairy tale misfits.

Man of La Mancha

3-4 p.m. — Ohio Shakespeare Festival — Ticket prices vary — Immerse yourself in the classic tale of hope and imagination through the vibrant performance of Man of La Mancha.

Canstruction Awards Reception

4-7:30 p.m. — Circle of 5ths — RSVP required — Celebrate creativity in canned food art and enjoy a lively networking happy hour.

Sip & Stitch Craft Night

6:30-8 p.m. — HiHO Brewing Co. — Cost varies — Enjoy a cozy evening of knitting, crocheting, and sewing while sipping craft beers.