Friday, July 22, 2011
Attend the All American Soap Box Derby and Cleveland Indians baseball games, too
Sure is hot outside. Kent Patch is here to help you cope with the suffocating heat by providing cool weekend options inside and out. We have water-based choices and air-conditioned ideas to refrigerate your body. So whether you Get Out to beat the heat, or get into someplace chilly, there are plenty of destinations for relief in your community and Northeast Ohio. 1. Kent Blues Fest Where/When: Multiple venues throughout downtown Kent. Tonight, July 22, 5:30 p.m. to 2 a.m. Saturday, July 23, 8 p.m. Why Go: Pick from about two dozen blues performances in 16 locations throughout downtown Kent for free. Many of the venues hosting blues acts will be running the air conditioning full blast and have frigid cold drinks for sale. The headliner, …
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The Kent Stage
175 E Main St, Kent, OH
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Kent Plaza Theater
152 Cherry St, Kent, OH
University Plaza
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Kent State University
500 E Main St, Kent, OH
Ludwig Recital Hall
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2401 Ontario St, Cleveland, OH
Progressive Field
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789 Derby Downs Dr, Akron, OH
All American Soap Box Derby
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5708 Esworthy Rd, Ravenna, OH
West Branch State Park
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1100 Squires Rd, Aurora, OH
Geauga Lake's Wildwater Kingdom
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Franklin Mills River Edge Park
Gougler Avenue, Kent, Oh
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John Brown Tannery Park
Stow Street, Kent, Oh
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Friday, July 1, 2011
A holiday weekend of events for the whole family
America's annual Independence Day celebration has arrived, and Kent Patch is here to help you find the best fun and fireworks around. Get out and enjoy the rights and freedom we've been graced with since 1776. 1. Rockin' on the River: Ekoostik Hookah Where/When: Falls River Square, downtown Cuyahoga Falls. Tonight, July 1, 5 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. Why Go: This Ohio-based Jam band still holds the all time attendance record for Rockin' on the River, now in its 25th year. They've gone through some band member changes over time, but continue to have a huge following. Opening act is the Uptown Cats. Pricing: Free and open to the public. Free Parking. 2. Kent Heritage Festival Where/When: Main St. and Water St. and Franklin Ave., downtown Kent…
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Stone Tavern
110 E Main St, Kent, OH
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Standing Rock Cultural Arts
257 N Water St, Kent, OH
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3229 State Route 59, Ravenna, OH
Sunbeau Valley Farm
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Friday, June 24, 2011
Also catch Kent rock band Party of Helicopters play here again for first time in seven years
Kent area residents with spare time to relax have a nice assortment of events to pick from this weekend. It's all close to home and inexpensive, too. A couple of events are even free. So get out and enjoy your community this weekend. 1. Sidewalk Cinema: Casablanca Where/When: Home Savings Plaza, corner of Main Sreet and Water Street, downtown Kent. Tonight, June 24, dusk. Why Go: Sit outdoors under the stars and watch the stars on screen. See this 1940s classic with Humphrey Bogart and Ingrid Bergman. It won three Academy Awards, including Best Picture. Bring a blanket or lawn chair to sit on the grass and your own munchies for a cheap night of fun. Our wonderful Sidewalk Cinemas are sponsored by Downtown Innovative Community Event (D.I.C.…
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Hometown Bank
142 N Water St, Kent, OH
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3871 Ranfield Rd, Kent, OH
Old European Days & Bierfest
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The Kent Stage
175 E Main St, Kent, OH
"What the Frack?"
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Checkers -N- Trophies
352 W Elm St, Kent, OH
Party of Helicopters
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500 W Streetsboro Rd, Peninsula, OH
Happy Days Visitor Center
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Friday, June 10, 2011
There's also an Irish Festival and the annual local student art exhibition
Kent Patch is here to give you some options for entertaining things to do this weekend. Have fun and help a neighbor or community member this weekend at several area benefit events that include a video game tournament, grilling, bowling, dining, dancing, an auction and a raffle. See local artists at the opening of the 13th Annual Student Art Exhibition at Standing Rock Cultural Arts in Kent. Just outside of town enjoy an Irish Festival over three days in Cuyahoga Falls or Brew at the Zoo in Akron on Wednesday. There's plenty of possibilities around the area to get your summer sizzling. 1. Grill For Good Where/When: Home Savings Bank Plaza, corner of Main Street and Water Street, downtown Kent. Saturday, June 11, noon to 6 p.m. Why Go: …
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Hometown Bank
142 N Water St, Kent, OH
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300 S Main St, Akron, OH
Canal Park
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4209 State Route 44, Rootstown, OH
NEOUCOM Banquet & Conference Center
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Kent Lanes/11th Frame Lounge
1524 S Water St, Kent, OH
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Standing Rock Cultural Arts
257 N Water St, Kent, OH
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500 Edgewood Ave, Akron, OH
Akron Zoo
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Friday, June 3, 2011
Last chance to see local and international art exhibitions
Looking for something to do? Patch has plenty of choices for you to pick from this weekend in Kent and in close proximity. Right downtown the summer festival season begins Saturday with blocked-off streets and a focus on art and wine. There's also the local Mother Daughter art exhibition closing at the North Water Street Gallery and the international M.C. Escher exhibition in its last days at the Akron Art Museum. Music options include five free acts at the wine and art festival, a Metal Fest, a Grammy-winning country band and an extremely popular touring band. Don't forget the best team in Major League Baseball, your Cleveland Indians have a homestand this weekend, too. 1. Kent Masterpieces on Main: Art & Wine Festival Where/When: …
Hometown Bank, The Kent Stage, Hate Theory, NDE, Ethyl's Bong, Burn Blue Sky, Fully Consumed, RUE, THBBOTH, Mockingbird, Red Sky Mourning, and 4 more ›
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Hometown Bank
142 N Water St, Kent, OH
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The Kent Stage
175 E Main St, Kent, OH
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The Outpost
4962 State Route 43, Kent, OH
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2401 Ontario St, Cleveland, OH
Progressive Field
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Standing Rock Cultural Arts
257 N Water St, Kent, OH
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Friday, May 27, 2011
Memorial Day means summer is at hand
Throw off the shackles of the long winter and harrowing spring weather for a holiday weekend of relaxation and remembrance. This is the traditional American start to summer. It gives us a chance to celebrate the change of season with food, music and planting, as well as recognize the military men and women who died in defense of our country and the freedoms we hold dear. 1. Memorial Day Parade Where/When: Begins at E. Main St. and Depeyster St., downtown Kent and proceeds to S.R. 43, then north to Standing Rock Cemetery. Monday, May 30, 10 a.m. Why Go: Kent welcomes back the parade after a year off. The American Legion and VFW sponsored event features marching bands, floats, classic cars, community organizations, people in military …
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Standing Rock Cemetery Kent
1361 N Mantua St, Kent, OH
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Water Street Tavern
132 S Water St, Kent, OH
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Cajun Dave's
132 S Water St, Kent, OH
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462 Ravenna Rd, Streetsboro, OH
Morningstar Farm
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200 S Main St, Akron, OH
Lock 3
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Friday, May 20, 2011
Also see baseball's Battle of Ohio with the Cleveland Indians versus Cincinnati Reds all weekend
Traverse your own river here in Ken, or watch Captain Jack Sparrow traverse an ocean on the silver screen this weekend. Or watch local performers on stage, catch a train ride or see the best baseball team in the nation. Both young and old can enjoy the many options around Kent this weekend listed in this week's edition of "Get Out." 1. Cuyahoga River Day Where/When: John Brown Tannery Park, Stow St. Bridge, Kent. Saturday, May 21, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Why Go: Celebrate a tremendous resource thousands of years old, the Cuyahoga River. It's a day of hiking, biking, fishing and witnessing the flowing beauty running through the heart of downtown Kent. Featuring information on the river and Portage Hike & Bike Trail, fly casting demonstrations, …
Friday, May 6, 2011
The 26th Annual Jawbone Poetry Festival returns to Kent and musical legends perform throughout the area
An array of big-name musical choices await you this weekend. Grammy winning music icon Judy Collins brings over 50 years experience to her show tonight at the Kent Stage, and Northeast Ohio's own legend Alex Bevan performs at the Water Street Tavern. The annual Tri-C JazzFest presents the highly talented Medeski, Martin & Wood in Cleveland tonight, Motown Records legend Smokey Robinson on Saturday and options for other shows and workshops, including some for free. The Oddmall Emporium of the Weird comes to Hudson on Saturday, and two competing Roller Derbys are available to pick from in the Akron area. All that sound boring? You could always take mom on a tour of Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens for free on Sunday. Read on to for details on stuff…
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The Kent Stage
175 E Main St, Kent, OH
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Water Street Tavern
132 S Water St, Kent, OH
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1519 Euclid Ave, Cleveland, OH
State Theatre on Playhouse Square
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Standing Rock Cultural Arts
257 N Water St, Kent, OH
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240 E Hines Hill Rd, Hudson, OH
Clarion Hotel
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1100 North Ave, Tallmadge, OH
Summit County Fairgrounds
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77 E Mill St, Akron, OH
John S. Knight Center
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714 N Portage Path, Akron, OH
Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens
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Friday, April 29, 2011
So many options for everyone as Kent State University students prepare for finals
As the semester winds down for Kent State students, many options are available this weekend for study breaks and stress reduction. The public at large, in need of their own breaks and stress reduction, can join in all the fun and entertainment as well. 1. TwistOffs Where/When: Water Street Tavern, Downtown Kent, Tonight, April 29, 7 p.m. Why Go: This premier local party band continues to blow people away with horns, guitars and energy. The gray hairs and creaky backs haven't slowed these guys down a bit. Performing since 1986, they've played well over 2,000 shows in more than 40 states and three countries. Don't miss the special slow-smoked pulled-pork BBQ dinner for $9 served at the attached restaurant, Cajun Dave's. Pricing: Free Show 2…
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Water Street Tavern
132 S Water St, Kent, OH
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Cajun Dave's
132 S Water St, Kent, OH
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Kent State University
500 E Main St, Kent, OH
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500 W Streetsboro Rd, Peninsula, OH
Happy Days Visitor Center
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2401 Ontario St, Cleveland, OH
Progressive Field
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Friday, April 22, 2011
See one of India's leading musicians, celebrate Earth Day with a block party and hear string quartets for free in and around Kent
Sitar and Tabala player Nayan Ghosh of India highlights the close of the Kent State University "Spring for the Arts" celebration tonight. The "Who's Your Mama" Earth Day & Environmental Film Festival extravaganza features movies, live performances, parades, vendors and more this weekend. The Nexus and Aidan string quartets perform free for the last time at the Kent Free Library on Saturday. There is also a student art exhibition, a book fair with 60 dealers and the Postcard Show to visit this weekend. 1. Nayan Ghosh Where/When: EZ Theatre, Roe Green Center, Music and Speech Building, Kent State campus, Tonight, April 22, 7 p.m. Why Go: The Indian Music Circle presents one of India's leading musicians on the Sitar and the Tabala. The …
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Kent State University
500 E Main St, Kent, OH
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The Kent Stage
175 E Main St, Kent, OH
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77 E Mill St, Akron, OH
John S. Knight Center
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Kent Free Library
312 W Main St, Kent, OH
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McKay Bricker Gallery & Framing
141 E Main St, Kent, OH
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Vincent R. Komenda
2:30 pm on Saturday, July 23, 2011
Don't forget tonight (Saturday) 7:30 p.m., FREE performance by gold medal winning international pianist Spencer Myer in air conditioned Ludwig Recital Hall on northeast edge of Kent State campus, off S.R. 59 (E. Main St.). more ›