Arts & Entertainment
Get Out! Orchid Mania, a Symphony and a Train Ride
Not sure what to do this weekend? Here are some Patchy ideas.
It’s Thursday, and you’ve got no idea what you’ll do for the weekend.
Patch is coming to the rescue. We've got the best bets for your done-work-outta-here time. Check our picks for the activities to hit and bars/restaurants/shops to explore.
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Where/When: Cleveland Botanical Garden, 11030 East Blvd., Cleveland; Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday from noon to 5 p.m.
Why Go: This year's Orchid Mania show runs through March 27. Other orchid-related events include photography and art displays.
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Pricing: $8.50 adults, $3 for children 3 to 12 years old.
2. MADE IN INDIA: INDIAN TEXTILES AND GLOBAL MARKETS
Where/When: , 515 Hilltop Dr., Kent; Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4:45 p.m., and Sunday from noon to 4:45 p.m.
Why Go: Learn about the impact that India has had on the global market. This exhibits runs through March 20 in the Stager and Blum galleries.
Pricing: $10 donation per person.
3. AKRON SYMPHONY: ALL RACHMANINOFF
Where/When: EJ Thomas Hall, The University of Akron, 198 Hill St., Akron; Saturday at 8 p.m.
Why Go: Conducted by Christopher Wilkins. Featuring Martina Filjak, Cleveland International Piano Competition Winner, 2009.
Pricing: $25.75 to $33.75.
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Where/When: Akron Northside Station, 27 Ridge St., Akron; Saturday and Sunday at 11:35 a.m.
Why Go: Tour Cuyahoga Valley National Park via railway. Sit back and relax for the two-and-a-half hour round trip, or hop off and explore the shops and galleries of Peninsula during an hour-and-a-half layover. There's a concession car with fresh sandwiches, snacks and beverages.
Pricing: $10.
5. AMATEUR PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBIT RECEPTION
Where/When: F.A. Seiberling Nature Realm Visitors Center, 1828 Smith Rd., Akron; Sunday from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Why Go: This reception will be hosted by the Metro Parks Photography Club. Mingle with the photographers and enjoy light refreshments. The exhibit will be on display through May.
Pricing: Free.
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