Civic Commons Stories

Discover the Akron Civic Commons in action

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Community Celebrations

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Environmental Sustainability has many faces in Akron Civic Commons

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The Commons Community: Andrew Novak

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Equity & Acces in Akron’s Bike Culture

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The Commons Community: Tina Boyes & Family

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Food Access & Community Gardens

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The Commons Community: Denise Boyer

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Choice Neighborhoods

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Q&A with Summit Lake Build Corps.

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‘We Are’ Banner Installation

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Summer Programming: Q & A with Downtown Akron Partnership

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The Commons Community: Crystal Ann Williams Costa

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The Commons Community: Phyllis DeHart

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Six Questions We’re Asking About Summit Lake with Local Ecology Expert, Mike Johnson

Environmental sustainability is one of the core pillars of the Civic Commons work. Over the past few years, community members and organizations have dedicated resources to improving Summit Lake Park.

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The Commons Community: Annmarie Ford

This week, we’re highlighting Annmarie Ford, Ohio & Erie Canal Park resident and community advocate.

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Reimagining the Civic Commons: Get to know the Millennial Theatre Project

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Bicycle Bingo to Celebrate National Bicycle Month

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The Commons Community: John Rucker

This week, we’re highlighting John Rucker, a longtime resident of Ohio & Erie Canal Park, computer technician extraordinaire, and a true friend in our Commons Community.

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A Place of History and Transformation

Urban legend enthusiasts will find themselves at home when learning about and discussing the history of Summit Lake in Akron, Ohio.

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Rogers Family Donates $1 Million Dollars to Lock 3 Vision Plan

The Richard S. and Alita Rogers Family Foundation is committing $1 million to support the Lock 3 Vision Plan, which focuses on the transformation of Lock 3 in downtown Akron for the benefit of residents and visitors.