Check out how multidisciplinary teams of civic leaders in 10 U.S. cities are transforming public spaces in innovative ways that connect people of all backgrounds, cultivate trust and create more resilient communities.
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📣 We’re thrilled to be a part of the Reimagining the Civic Commons network and a recipient of a third round of national investment to revitalize public spaces in ways that benefit the community.
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Check out the next Akron Civic Commons 2.0 Lock 3 Park Project update! Buchholzer Balcony, Maynard Performance Pavilion Topping Out Ceremony, incoming trees, and more!
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On Tuesday, we celebrated the Topping Off of the final beam of the Maynard Performance Pavilion at Lock 3 Park in #DowntownAkron. Thanks to our donors, partners, construction crews and Akron residents for making this vision a reality for Akron. #ReimaginingCivicCommons
All aboard! ⚓ Our Canal Boat Captain's Ball Virtual Auction is live! Over 100 items and packages are up for bid to support the #OhioAndErieCanalway and #TowpathTrail. Bid by May 15: https://t.co/CXfgPvkiFU
In March of 2023, Akron was awarded a Reconnecting Communities and Neighborhoods grant for $960,000, for visioning and planning for the reimagining of the Akron Innerbelt and healing displaced communities.
We're seeking a Summit Lake Canoe Program Coordinator for our summer guided canoe trips. This part-time position requires good organization and communication skills, as well as the ability to work with both adults and youth. More info: https://t.co/tIYkKMchkH
The Akron Innerbelt History Collection is available now and consists of audio recordings, video recordings, photographs and maps pertaining to the history of the neighborhood. New stories have been added this month! View the collection here: https://t.co/tZumfkvkwC
Inspired by a birding event, #AkronCivicCommons team member @RogerRiddle_ realized that the diverse flora and fauna found at Summit Lake could draw interest to the area, connect people with the Civic Commons work, and shift the longstanding narrative.
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Check it out! @CuratedStoreFRT got a prestigious grant from @VIAArtFund to bring public art by Chakaia Booker to Lock 3. Read the @Ideastream story: Public art slated slated for Akron’s Lock 3 honors rubber history https://t.co/rIMnwRnJjF #downtownAkr#akron
I'm extending hours at the Summit Lake Community Center (380 W. Crosier St.) to serve as a warming center from Sun Jan. 14-Tues. Jan. 16 from 8am-7pm. We will keep an eye on the temperatures and extend hours as needed. (1/2)