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  • Chiavetta’s Chicken BBQ

    Akron Central School 47 Bloomingdale Ave., Akron, NY

    Sponsored by the Akron Faculty Association to raise funds for AFA Scholarship at the pavilion by the sports fields from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. or until sold out.  Email bchuco@akronk12.org to reserve your dinners.

  • Rotary Club of Akron-Newstead public meeting

    Akron Fire Hall 1 Main Street, Akron, NY, United States

    The public is invited to hear Brook Tinaghia of the WNY National Cemetery in Corfu present during the Rotary meeting.  Ms Tinaghia will provide information on this new national military veterans cemetery including protocols that identify qualifications, arrangements and other details.   The meeting starts with breakfast followed by the program.  Please RSVP to akronwds@hotmail.com.

  • Antique Appraisal

    Newstead Town Hall 5 Clarence Center Road, Akron, NY

    Newstead Historical Society welcomes antiques expert Gary Harkness who will do appraisals for those attending and will share his expertise. Participants are encouraged to bring their early glass, pottery, bottles, redware, stoneware, folk art, primitives, advertising signs or whatever items they have. There will be a two dollar per appraisal donation and a limit of two items per person. The program takes place at the Newstead Town Hall, 5 Clarence Center Rd.  All Covid protocols in place at the time of the meeting will be observed.

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  • Village of Akron tree lighting

    Downtown Akron Akron, NY

    Akron Elementary Choir, under the direction of Kim Stachowski,  will offer festive holiday songs in the Gazebo at 3:30 p.m.   Deputy Mayor Darrin Folger and wife Lynn Folger will light the tree with help from Santa and Mrs. Claus as well as Superintendent of Akron Central Schools Patrick McCabe, at 4 p.m. Area merchants on Main Street will be open to assist customers with their Holiday shopping until 8 p.m. Saturday offering specials and samples for you to enjoy.

  • New Year’s Eve Ball Drop

    Russell Park Main Street, Akron, NY, United States

    The Akron Celebration Committee is happy to bring back New Year’s Eve in Russell Park. The “Family Friendly” festivities begin at 11:30 p.m. with music, hats and more. There will be a ball drop at midnight to welcome in 2022, followed by an incredible fireworks display. This is an alcohol-free gathering and glass bottles are prohibited. The event is funded entirely through donations. Without community support and our volunteers, these traditions would not be possible. Donations can be made to the Akron Celebration Committee, PO Box 16, Akron NY 14001. We wish everyone a safe and healthy 2022.

  • Heenan Brothers featured at Wright Center

    C. Dee Wright Community Center 11 Church St., Akron, NY

    The Wright Entertainment Series at the C. Dee Wright Community Ministry Center, 11 Church Street, continues January 15 at 7 p.m. as the Heenan Brothers perform. All are invited to come for an evening of Americana music full of folky, bluesy music with a touch of Canal Blues.  Betty’s Bistro will be open for specialty coffee. Movie Night at the Wright is planned at 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, February 5.  All are invited to come enjoy an evening with Shrek.

  • Movie Night at the Wright

    C. Dee Wright Community Center 11 Church St., Akron, NY

    Movie Night at the C. Dee Wright Community Ministry Center, 11 Church Street, Saturday, February 5.  Shrek on screen. All Welcome.

  • Movie Nite at the Wright

    C. Dee Wright Community Center 11 Church St., Akron, NY

    “The Passion of the Christ”  – Movie Nite at the Wright - C Dee Wright Community Ministry Center, 11 Church Street, April 2 at 6:30 p.m.

  • Food Drive for Akron-Newstead Food Pantry

    sponsored by Akron Central High School Interact and the Rotary Club of Akron Newstead April 30 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Door to door to pick up (have on your doorstep by 9 a.m.) or drop off at the shelter of Russell Park during those hours.

  • Movie Nite at the Wright

    C. Dee Wright Community Center 11 Church St., Akron, NY

    “The Princess Bride” – Movie Nite at the Wright - C Dee Wright Community Ministry Center, 11 Church Street, May 7 at 6:30 p.m.

  • Memorial Day Flea Market

    St. Teresa of Avilia Church, Akron, NY 5771 Buell Rd., Akron, NY, United States

    St. Teresa's Women's Guild Memorial Day Flea Market VENDORS WANTED!! Are you loooking to sell your unwanted items?  Perhaps you are a baker or jewelry maker looking to sell your products? Well, look no further cause this is the PLACE to be!! Saturday, May 28, 2022 8 AM - 4 PM St Teresa of Avila Church 5771 Buell Rd. Akron, NY 14001  Cost: $20 outdoors (20 x 20 space) or $30 indoors Tables can be provided for an extra $5 each Call  542.2010 or 462.2883 to reserve your space. Bake Sale, Food, Raffles, Fun  RAIN or SHINE