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The Cinemark Movies 10 in the Belden Village/Jackson Twp. area will be closed from now until December while it undergoes renovations to bring a different kind of Movie-Going experience to the area: a Movie Bistro.

The Ten Theater movie house will reduce from ten screens to nine so a full service kitchen can be installed in the former tenth theater.  There will be a full menu, that also includes adult beverages, that patrons can order from in the lobby and then have their food delivered to them in their seat before the movie starts.  New reclining seats with seat warmers and swivel tables will also be installed.

In addition to these changes, the theater will also offer First-Run movies rather than the discounted older flicks that were available for many years.

While this may be a dream come true for some, it could also be a nightmare for others that may not want to have the added distraction of a large variety of food smells and the sounds of people eating while they try to enjoy a movie.

For all the details, including some of the featured new menu items, CLICK HERE for the full article from The Canton Repository Entertainment Editor, and good friend of mine, Dan Kane.

 

Tuesday, 24 September 2019 18:08

Kenny Chesney Announces 2020 Stadium Tour

Kenny Chesney will embark upon another Stadium Tour next year for his legions of fans known as the "No Shoes Nation".

The Chillaxification 2020 tour will kick off April 18 in Arlington, Texas and as of now is scheduled to wrap at Gillette Stadium August 28.  So far, the closest stops to Northeast Ohio are Columbus, Pittsburgh and Detroit.

Florida Georgia Line, Old Dominion and Michael Franti and Spearhead will be the supporting acts.

For all the details, tickets and dates, CLICK HERE

On February 4, 2020 the Akron Civic Theater will host the Live Stage show version of "Dancing With The Stars", featuring many of the Professional Dancers that you see weekly on ABC's competition show, sequins and all!

While it is a ways off and the name son the list could change by then, some of the Pros that you can ecpect to see that evenig include:  Val Chmerkovskiy, Lindsay Arnold, Jenna Johnson, Sasha Farber, Brandon Armstrong, Gleb Savchenko and more.

For more info Cleveland.com has the full story HERE

You can find Ticket info on the official DWTS Live Tour Website HERE

In September of 2020, The City of Akron plans to dedicate a new, 15' tall, bronze statue of a Rubber Worker in the center of the new Round-a-bout that is going in at Main and Mill.

The statue will sit atop a marble base and the city will sell bricks that will be engraved and placed around the base as it continues to raise funds for the project from corporate and private donors.

For all the details and an artist rendering of what the finished project is expected to look like, CLICK HERE

(Courtesy of Bob Dyer/The Akron Beacon Journal/Ohio.com)

Since all the major Grocery and Department stores have their Halloween Decor - and more importantly huge bags of candy - filling the "Seasonal" isles already, why not watch some scary movies while you (If you're at all like me) eat all that candy that you bought early and "...were gonna hide til Halloween!"

Netflix has released the 2019 "Netflix and CHILLS" schedule and it includes about 15 New, Original movies and shows, of course some of the older (and modern) Classics and even some fun family friendly faves as well.

The Good folks at Country Living have a great write up,

CLICK HERE to see what the new additions are and the complete schedule, much of which is available now.

Wednesday, 18 September 2019 01:44

Akron Public Schools in need of Teachers

Akron Public Schools are looking to hire about 20 teachers throughout the district.  With many current openings being filled with substitutes, and sometimes retired teachers, the search is on for new Full-Time educators.

If you're interested or know someone that is looking for a teaching position, News 5 Cleveland has more of the story from The Akron Beacon Journal and a link to apply, HERE

Tuesday, 17 September 2019 01:47

Ready to get those Pumpkins?

Fall will (officially) be here soon, and the local Pumpkin Patches are popping up all over!

The fine folks at News 5 Cleveland have this great LIST of the Best Pumpkin Purveyors, listed by County, to help you find one near you!

 

For the full article, Click HERE

Since 1994, Motorcycle Riders from Northeast Ohio have been participating in The Caravan Kid's Teddy Bear Ride to bring toys and smiles to kids at Akron Children's Hospital.

This years ride started in Dover at Adventure Harley-Davidson and the cost to participate was simply a New Toy to donate to kids at ACH.  

Last years ride brought in approximately 80,000 donations and this years goal is 250,000 Toys and cash donations are always welcome.

CLICK HERE for the Article from FOX 8 CLEVELAND

Thursday, 12 September 2019 01:35

Mark Your Calendar for the Norton Cider Festival!

Apple lovers, Festival Lovers and those fond of both, mark your calendars for the upcoming Norton Cider Festival happening October 4th-6th!

Over the three days you'll be able to check out Live Music, check out a Car Show, enjoy a Pancake Breakfast, Balloon creations, Fireworks and so much more for the whole family!!

Oh and of course: Apple Cider!  The festival takes place at Columbia Woods Park in Norton.

For more about what's happening, and when, at this years Norton Cider Festival, including directions, visit the site HERE

 

As they took the stage to headline at the FGL Fest at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway this past Saturday, Florida Georgia Line's Brian Kelley and family honored Police and made a donation to the Indianapolis Metro Police Department - a German Shepherd pup that they call "Sarge."

Sarge will get a new name from his handlers but the Kelley's noticed that he was a very talented canine and decided that he would be better suited for Law Enforcement than as a family pet.  The plan for the newest IMPD Officer is to train him as an Explosives Detective K9.  

Get the full story from FOX 8 Cleveland - HERE

...and you can see pics from the Indianapolis Metro PD Facebook Page HERE

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