Official newspaper of the Akron Central School District, Town of Newstead, and Village of Akron
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.
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.
sponsored by Akron Boy Scout Troop 559
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.
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.
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 C. Dee Wright Community Ministry Center, 11 Church Street, Saturday, February 5. Shrek on screen. All Welcome.
“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.
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.
“The Princess Bride” – Movie Nite at the Wright - C Dee Wright Community Ministry Center, 11 Church Street, May 7 at 6:30 p.m.
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
Akron Chamber of Commerce Cruise Night – Main Street Akron, Thursday, June 16 – Truck Night 6 to 9 p.m.