North Hill students call it ‘The Bowl.’ It’s about to become a playground they designed
The design for the vacant lot — dubbed “The Bowl” due to its grading compared to the nearby street — was conceptualized through input from North Hill residents and seventh graders from Jennings Community Center, who embraced the opportunity to create something that will outlast their time at the middle school.
Akron’s community calendar
Looking for things to do in Akron? Signal Akron’s events calendar is your go-to guide for what’s happening across the city each week. From family-friendly festivals and outdoor concerts to art exhibits, food truck rallies, and neighborhood block parties, we’ve gathered events that showcase the energy and creativity of our community.
Signal Akron in the community
Inside Akron’s 24 neighborhoods
North Hill embraces diversity, sits at center of Akron’s immigrant community
Asian immigrants, among others, halted a population decline and now a new North High School is on the way.
‘Friendly’ Summit Lake sees rebound with new residents, recreation investments
Neighborhood is home to 3,000 residents and Akron’s largest body of water.
Cascade Valley community identity shaped by its history and potential
Central Akron area connects to downtown, seven other neighborhoods and was home to a prominent jazz scene in the early 1900s.
