Arts & Entertainment
Get Out! Take a Ride on a Tank Engine, Go Rock on the River and a Campfire
Not sure what to do this weekend? Here are some ideas.
It’s Friday, and you have 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: Boston Mills Boarding Station, 7100 Riverview Rd., Peninsula; Friday, Saturday and Sunday starting at 9:30 a.m.
Why Go: Activities for little engineers include inflatable bounces, model railroad display, a maze, a play area, and a Touch A Truck display. The 25-minute train ride will depart every hour, rain or shine.
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Price: $14 to $16.
Where/When: 2085 Front St., Cuyahoga Falls; Friday from 5 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.
Why go: Lock 4 opens for the Frontiers, which pays tribute to Journey.
Price: Admission and parking is free.
Where/When: M.D. Garage, 1556 West Boston Mills Rd., Peninsula; Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Why Go: It's part of a series of free art exhibitions presented by the Crooked River Gang, a volunteer group of local artists. This is the last weekend to check out The American Landscape. Most of the artwork is available for purchase.
Price: Free
4. SPRING CELEBRATION CAMPFIRE
Where/When: Nature Realm, 1828 Smith Rd., Akron; Saturday at 6 p.m.
Why go: Enjoy stories and games around a campfire with naturalist Sarah Matheny. Roast marshmallows over an open flame (marshmallows and sticks will be provided for you). Make sure to bring blankets, chairs and drinks.
Price: Free.
Where/When: Shaw Jewish Community Center, 750 White Pond Dr., Akron; Sunday from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Why go: There will be open swimming at the center's outdoor pool and a Yom Ha'atzmaut (Israel Independence Day) celebration with inflatables, a music and more.
Price: Free.