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🗞️ Prom for the Pooches

🗞️ Prom for the Pooches

February 28, 2025

Good Morning, Akron!

A “False Spring” is not false to me. I’ll take what I can get!

In this week’s issue:

Dorothy is lacing up her iceskates
King of Pop comes to Akron
Prom is coming… and it’s for a good cause

…And much more.

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The Digest

Breeze Airways Brings the Jobs ✈️

Akron-Canton Airport just got a little busier! Breeze Airways is setting up a new crew base, adding 61 new jobs to the region. This move comes as part of the airline’s growing commitment to Ohio, with Governor Mike DeWine touting it as a win for local employment. The crew base means more flights, better service, and more opportunities for travelers in Northeast Ohio. Breeze has been rapidly expanding its routes, and this latest investment signals confidence in Akron-Canton as a key travel hub. Whether you're a frequent flyer or just looking for your next getaway, expect even smoother takeoffs ahead.

Akron Parks Challenge: Your Neighborhood’s $150K Transformation 🌳

Akron’s giving residents the power to shape their parks—again. The 2025 Akron Parks Challenge is officially open, offering two community groups the chance to snag $150,000 each for park upgrades.

Here’s the deal: If you’ve got a park in mind, all you need to do is register by March 22 with your name, email, and chosen park. From there, Akron Parks Collaborative (APC) will bring together all interested parties for a guided session to shape a joint application. Final proposals are due April 6.

The challenge, now in its sixth cycle, has pumped over $3.7M into Akron’s green spaces since 2018. The winning parks get funding, plus APC’s support in planning, budgeting, and keeping the space active after renovations. Mayor Shammas Malik calls it a “community-led” approach to making Akron’s public spaces safer and more vibrant.

Ready to give your local park a facelift? Register at AkronParks.org before March 22.

What’s Happening

Here is our list of hand-picked events around the area:

Follow the Yellow Brick Ice Road 🧊

The Wizard of Oz is getting a frosty makeover as it hits the ice at John S. Knight Center on Sunday at 7:00 PM. Expect dazzling spins, high-flying jumps, and a whole lot of yellow-brick-road magic as Dorothy and her crew glide through Oz in a spectacular performance. Whether you’re a die-hard fan of the classic or just looking for a visually stunning night out, this icy adventure is a must-see. Info and Tickets Here

Mahler’s Resurrection Symphony Rises Again 🎶

Prepare for an emotional rollercoaster as the Akron Symphony Orchestra performs Mahler’s Symphony No. 2—better known as the "Resurrection Symphony"—at E.J. Thomas Hall on Saturday at 7:30 PM. This epic piece takes audiences on a musical journey from struggle to triumph, ending in a grand finale that shakes the soul. If classical music that gives you chills is your thing, don’t miss this one. Info and Tickets Here

MJ Fans, This One’s for You 🕺

Michael Jackson’s iconic music and dance moves are coming to life with Who’s Bad, the ultimate MJ tribute show. Catch the electrifying performance at Akron Civic Theatre on Saturday at 8:00 PM. Expect all the classics—Billie Jean, Thriller, Smooth Criminal—delivered with high-energy choreography and a stage presence worthy of the King of Pop himself. Info and Tickets Here

Women in Song: A Night of Storytelling at The Knight Stage 🎤

Live music and raw emotion take center stage Tonight at 7:30 at Women in Song, an intimate singer-songwriter round featuring Chrissy Strong, Nikole McGee, and Josee McGee. Expect heartfelt melodies, compelling lyrics, and a celebration of sisterhood as these artists trade songs and stories. A must-see for lovers of live, soul-stirring performances. Info and Tickets Here.

A Purr-fect Night for a Cause 🐾

Get ready for a night of glamour, music, and generosity at Whiskers & Tales 2025, a fundraiser for One of a Kind Pet Rescue. Happening at House Three Thirty on Saturday at 6:00 PM, this prom-themed gala features dinner, drinks, live and silent auctions, raffles, and games—all to support rescue animals in need. Dance the night away with a live DJ, or step up your evening with the VIP Tasting Event at 5:00 PM, which includes an exclusive tour of the venue’s vault. Whether you’re reliving prom night or making new memories, this is one event that’s all about having fun while making a difference. Info and Tickets Here

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Akron Weekend Movie Action 🎬️ 🎥

Nightlight Theatre

Flow (2024)
An animated journey following a stray cat navigating the challenges of urban life, forming unexpected friendships along the way.
Rotten Tomatoes: 97%
Showtimes
The Substance
A fading celebrity decides to use a black market drug, a cell-replicating substance that temporarily creates a younger, better version of herself.
Rotten Tomatoes: 89%
Showtimes
No Other Land
This film made by a Palestinian-Israeli collective shows the destruction of the occupied West Bank's Masafer Yatta by Israeli soldiers and the alliance which develops between the Palestinian activist Basel and Israeli journalist Yuval.
Rotten Tomatoes: 100%
Showtimes
The Brutalist
Escaping post-war Europe, visionary architect László Tóth arrives in America to rebuild his life, his work, and his marriage to his wife Erzsébet after being forced apart during wartime by shifting borders and regimes. On his own in a strange new country, László settles in Pennsylvania, where the wealthy and prominent industrialist Harrison Lee Van Buren recognizes his talent for building. But power and legacy come at a heavy cost.
Rotten Tomatoes: 94%
Showtimes

Highland Theatre

Captain America: Brave New World
Anthony Mackie returns as the high-flying hero Sam Wilson, who's officially taken up the mantle of Captain America. After meeting with newly elected U.S. President Thaddeus Ross, Sam finds himself in the middle of an international incident. He must discover the reason behind a nefarious global plot before the true mastermind has the entire world seeing red. (Rotten Tomatoes)
Rotten Tomatoes: 52%
Showtimes

Live Music Breakdown

Here is a summary of live music happening all around Akron this weekend:

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Goodyear Theatre | The High Kings and Mary Black | 7:30

Weather

Today

47 🌡️ 31 | ⛅️ | 19% 🌨️

Saturday

38 🌡️ 16 | 🌨️ | 60% 🌧️

Sunday

26 🌡️ 14 | ⛅️ | 2% 🌧️

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