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Akron Cruise Night
2021-07-22 18:00 - 21:00, 2021-07-15 18:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Downtown Akron, Akron, NY, 14001
The Akron Chamber of Commerce hosts cruise nights each Thursday night during the summer from 6 to 9 p.m. on Main Street in Akron.

Newstead Town Board Meeting
2021-07-19 19:00 | Newstead Town Hall, 5 Clarence Center Road, Akron, NY, 14001
The Newstead Town Board will host a work session at 7 p.m. on Monday, July 19 at the Town Hall, 5 Clarence Center Rd., Akron.

Akron Village Board Special Meeting
2021-07-19 17:30 | Akron Village Hall, 21 Main St., Akron, NY, 14001
The Akron Village Board will host a special meeting at 5:30 p.m. on Monday, July 19 at the Akron Village Hall on Main Street.

Pies in the Park
2021-07-16 20:00 | Russell Park, Main Street, Akron, NY, 14001, United States
The Akron Lionesses Organization will host their annual fundraiser, Pies in the Park, on Friday, July 16 at the Russell Park Community Band Concert.
Whole pies, pie wedges and cookies will be packaged and ready for sale at 7:30 p.m. Organizers are working with the Village of Akron and Town of Newstead Code Enforcement to follow safety guidelines. Akron Lionesses humbly solicit the help of the community for this fundraiser.
Akron Lionesses co-sponsor Hanging Baskets for the Main Street Business District, “Light Up Akron,” a community Christmas, and offer a scholarship for a graduating Akron Central School senior each year.

Akron Community Band Concert
2021-07-16 20:00, 2021-07-09 20:00 | Russell Park, Main Street, Akron, NY, 14001, United States
The Akron Community Band performs each Friday night at the Russell Park Gazebo at 8 p.m. through Aug. 13.

Akron Cruise Night
2021-07-08 18:00 - 21:00 | Downtown Akron, Akron, NY, 14001

Fourth of July Kiddie & Gala Parades
2021-07-04 16:30 | Downtown Akron, Akron, NY, 14001
The Fourth of July Kiddie Parade, sponsored by Candy Apple Cafe, begins at 4:15 p.m. with a Pirates and Mermaids theme. The Gala Parade begins at 4:30 p.m. with a Candyland theme.
The Alexander Band will play in Russell Park following the parade and Craig Wilkins will perform at the Gazebo in Russell Park from 6 to 8 p.m. to wrap up Akron’s celebration.

Knight-Sutton Museum Open
2021-07-04 13:00 - 16:00 | Knight-Sutton Museum, Main Street, Akron, NY, 14001, United States
The Knight-Sutton Museum at 123 Main St. will be open on July 4 from 1 to 4 p.m. There is no admission charge, although donations are welcome.
This year’s exhibit explores our community’s history and development from the local Native Americans to the present day. The exhibit looks at agriculture, business, and our cultural lives from Newstead’s early days to the village and town we know today.
Tickets for an Amish quilt raffle will be available in front of the Knight-Sutton Museum from 1 to 4 p.m. The quilt is a beauty and will be on display.

Power Wheels Race & Soapbox Derby
2021-07-04 10:00 | Downtown Akron, Akron, NY, 14001
The Akron Celebration Committee 2021 Akron Fourth of July Celebration kicks off at 10 a.m. with Power Wheels Race on Main Street between Church and Clinton streets, followed by a Soapbox Derby.

Fourth of July Fireworks
2021-07-03 17:00 | Veterans Park, Buell St., Akron, NY, 14001
The Akron Celebration Committee will present fireworks at dusk in Veterans Park on Buell Street on July 3 with the Newstead Fire Company, Exempts, Pink Cow and kettle corn food stands opening in Veterans Park at 5 p.m.

Akron Community Band Concert
2021-07-02 20:00 | Russell Park, Main Street, Akron, NY, 14001, United States
The Akron Community Band is back in the Russell Park Gazebo on Friday, July 2 at 8 p.m. A patriotic concert is planned as the band’s season kicks off, continuing each Friday night through Aug. 13.

Akron Cruise Night
2021-07-01 18:00 - 20:00 | Downtown Akron, Akron, NY, 14001
The first Akron Cruise Night will take place from 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, July 1.

Akron High School Graduation
2021-06-25 19:00 | Akron Central School, 47 Bloomingdale Ave., Akron, NY, 14001
The Akron High School Class of 2021 will hold its commencement at 7 p.m. on the football field behind the high school on Bloomingdale Avenue.

Akron School Board of Education Meeting
2021-06-23 19:00 | Akron Central School, 47 Bloomingdale Ave., Akron, NY, 14001
The Akron School Board of Education will hold a regular meeting at 7 p.m. in the high school cafeteria.

40th Annual Akron Chamber of Commerce Sidewalk Sale
2021-06-19 09:00 - 14:00 | Downtown Akron, Akron, NY, 14001
The annual Akron Chamber of Commerce Sidewalk Sale is planned for Saturday, June 19 in the Main Street business district from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Plans include live music, a basket raffle, games, vendors, and local business participation.
Participants can sign up on the Akron Chamber of Commerce website. There is no charge for local organizations, churches, and businesses with store fronts on Main Street. Vendors will have a fee.
Volunteers to help on Friday evening and/or Saturday are welcome.

Newstead Town Board Meeting
2021-06-14 19:30 | Newstead Town Hall, 5 Clarence Center Road, Akron, NY, 14001
The Newstead Town Board will hold a regular meeting at 7:30 p.m. on Monday, June 14 at the Town Hall, 5 Clarence Center Road. The meeting is preceded by a work session at 6:45 p.m.

'Emblem of Equality: Women's Suffrage in WNY' Presentation
2021-06-10 19:00 | Newstead Public Library, 33 Main St., Akron, NY, 14001
The Newstead Historical Society will welcome local historian Susan Eck on Thursday, June 19 in the Newstead Cultural Center, 33 Main St., bottom floor of the library, at 7 p.m. Eck will present her program “Emblem of Equality: Women’s Suffrage in WNY.”
This year marks the 100th anniversary of the ratification of the 19th Amendment, grating American women the right to vote. Susan will examine the contributions of many area women to this major movement, its long struggle and its eventual success.
Attendance will be in person only. Following COVID-19 guidelines, attendance will be limited and registration is required. To reserve your spot, either send an email to info at newsteadhistoricalsociety.org or call either 542 – 7022 or 542 – 4191 and leave a message.
To learn more about future events, visit newsteadhistoricalsociety.org.

Good for the Neighborhood Drive-Thru Produce Event
2021-06-10 17:30 - 18:30 | Akron-Newstead Senior Center, 5691 Cummings Road, Akron, NY, 14001
A Good for the Neighborhood Drive-Thru Produce Event is planned for Thursday, June 10 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Akron-Newstead Senior Center. This is a first-come, first-service basis and brought to you by Independent Health Foundation and the Akron-Newstead Alliance.

Akron School Board of Education Meeting
2021-06-09 19:00 | Akron Central School, 47 Bloomingdale Ave., Akron, NY, 14001
The Akron School Board of Education will hold a workshop meeting at 7 p.m. in the high school cafeteria.

Newstead Town Board Work Session
2021-06-07 19:00 | Newstead Town Hall, 5 Clarence Center Road, Akron, NY, 14001
The Newstead Town Board will hold a work session at 7 p.m. on Monday, June 7 at the Town Hall, 5 Clarence Center Road.

Akron Village Board Meeting
2021-06-07 19:00 | Akron Village Hall, 21 Main St., Akron, NY, 14001
The Akron Village Board will host a work session on Monday, June 7 at 6 p.m. at the Akron Village Hall, followed by a regular meeting at 7 p.m.

West Shore Market
2021-06-06 09:00 - 14:00 | West Shore Market, Cedar St. & Eckerson Ave., Akron, NY, 14001
The Market is designed to support all local businesses, organizations and individuals and organizers welcome anyone with a passion for what they do. It will be open on the triangle of Village of Akron property at Cedar Street and Eckerson Ave. on Sundays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Starting the last weekend in May through the last Sunday in October.
All vendor fees will go back to the community for festivals, family crafts and fundraisers.

2nd Annual Akron Lady Lions Destroyer Park Golf Tourney
2021-06-05 14:00 - 22:00 | Destroyer Park Golf, 7065 Sand Hill Road, Akron, NY, 14001
The Akron Lady Lions are planning their second annual Golf Tourney at Destroyer Park Golf, Sandhill Road in Akron, on Saturday, June 5.
Music will be provided by DJ Don; door prizes; adult beverage tent; food trucks; basket raffles and silent auctions are part of the event.
The Lady Lions are offering two game options this year: an Early Bird Round begins with registration at 2 p.m. with a 3 p.m. shotgun start. A Night Owl Round begins with registration at 6 p.m. and a shotgun start at 7 p.m.
Tickets are available at Market on Main, 77 Main St., Akron.

Memorial Day Parade & Ceremonies
2021-05-31 09:00 - 11:00 | Russell Park, Main Street, Akron, NY, 14001, United States
The Akron-Newstead Memorial Day Parade will be held at 9 a.m. and begin on Main Street, followed by ceremonies in Russell Park and behind the Akron Fire Hall.

Memorial Day Fly-in Pancake Breakfast
2021-05-31 08:00 - 12:00 | Akron Airport, John St., Akron, NY, 14001
The Akron Rotary Club will host a Memorial Day Fly-In Pancake Breakfast at the Akron Airport’s Jesson Field from 8 a.m. to noon on Monday, May 31. Tickets are $8 for Age 12 & Up, $5 for kids ages 5-12 and free for children under 5. Proceeds benefit the Rotary Scholarship Program at Akron High School.

Akron-Newstead Seniors Chicken BBQ
2021-05-30 11:00 | Russell Park, Main Street, Akron, NY, 14001, United States
The Akron-Newstead Seniors will host a Chicken BBQ at 11 a.m. on Sunday, May 30 at Russell Park. Tickets are $10 pre-sale and $12 the day of the event.

Veterans Church Service
2021-05-30 10:00 - 11:00 | Calvary Baptist Church, Lewis Rd, Akron, NY, 14001, United States
The Calvary Baptist Church, 12752 Lewis Road, Akron, will host a Veterans Church Service at 10 a.m. Veterans, family and friends and are invited to a patriotic service honoring those who have served in the U.S. military. Guest speaker David Freeman will talk about those who gave their lives in service to their country and why Memorial Day still matters to us.

West Shore Market
2021-05-30 09:00 - 14:00 | West Shore Market, Cedar St. & Eckerson Ave., Akron, NY, 14001
West Shore Market, a collaboration with the Village of Akron and Akron Chamber of Commerce, will open this Sunday, May 30.
Vendors wanting to participate may apply on the West Shore Market website.
The Market is designed to support all local businesses, organizations and individuals and organizers welcome anyone with a passion for what they do. It will be open on the triangle of Village of Akron property at Cedar Street and Eckerson Ave. on Sundays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Starting the last weekend in May through the last Sunday in October.
All vendor fees will go back to the community for festivals, family crafts and fundraisers.
