C. Michael Robinson Jr., Ed.D., has experience in education that crosses from urban-suburban districts to rural, suburban, and urban districts of varying sizes, diversity, and socio-economic status. He is a former superintendent (Pine Bluff, Arkansas) and was the curren[...]

Brian Fortney is a lifelong Akron resident. He was raised by his mom in Ellet, and she taught him at an early age that the world was a far larger place, and that he could be anything he wanted to be if he pushed hard enough. She also taught him that “to those much is [...]

In early December, ArtsNow partnered with the Dublin Arts Council to send two local influencers to experience the arts and culture scenes in different communities. ArtsNow selected local artist Nick Lee to travel to Dublin, Ohio, and Dublin Arts Council selected Paige D[...]

Tell us a bit about yourself and your role in spreading holiday cheer? Ho ho ho! Greetings, friends! I’m Peekaboo, and I’m one of Santa’s trusty elves. My role in the North Pole, near the Peninsula train depot, is all about spreading joy and cheer duri[...]

Throughout his career, Greg Canda has used his wealth of knowledge in all phases of computing, networking, artificial intelligence, and image analysis. Now, he focuses on how to use those skills to aid nonprofit organizations. He chose this specialty after years of bein[...]

Akron, OH – Art Bridges Foundation, the national arts nonprofit founded by philanthropist Alice Walton, recently announced the launch of “Access for All,” providing $40 million in funding to 64 museums nationwide. The initiative aims to increase access to muse[...]

Bronlynn Thurman is a creative and Program Officer at GAR Foundation. Her primary focus at the Foundation is on community development and arts in education. As a creative, she enjoys using myriad media to tell stories, including writing, photography, and painting. Prior[...]

ArtsNow, in collaboration with and support from the Ian Patrick Schwarber Foundation, is proud to announce the second year of the Summit County Creative Investment Program. This program will serve as a direct investment in the professi[...]

Meghan Meeker is a social media professional and die-hard supporter of the arts in Akron. She has served as president of the board for Torchbearers and Crafty Mart and is currently serving on the board for Akron Chamber of Commerce and the committee for the annual fundr[...]

Alice Duey is an artist, educator, and child advocate. Through her work and participation in the community, she seeks to nurture the vibrant energy of our city. Her career in entertainment was spent primarily as a singer and dancer with Holland America Cruise Line and a[...]