Your neighbors in Highland Square invite you to Civic Saturday Akron, a non-partisan neighborhood gathering in celebration of community and shared civic purpose.
Music, Spoken Word, Inspiration and Reflection, Voter Registration, Civic Matchmaking
On the first Civic Saturday in Highland Square, singer-songwriter and Citizen University alum Kate Tucker will offer reflections, we'll hear poetry from Jason Blakely, music from Jenny Baird, community announcements from you, and we'll gather in Civic Circles to share our thoughts on how we can build a stronger Akron together.
Stay after the program for the Civic Matchmaking Fair to meet your neighbors, enjoy free refreshments from local purveyors, and connect with Akron organizations including League of Women Voters, Project Learn, Shelter Care, South Street Ministries, Akron Cooperative Farms, International Institute of Akron, County of Summit ADM Board, Rubber City Reuse and more, joining us to offer resources, and ways to volunteer and support their impactful work.
Civic Saturday is FREE and OPEN to ALL. Please RSVP: bit.ly/civic_saturday
Saturday, April 13, 2024
10am doors / donuts + coffee
10:30am program begins
12:00pm civic matchmaking fair / community hour / refreshments
At Civic Saturday we’ll explore questions like:
Why Now?
Liberty and justice for all. Of the people, for the people, by the people. Life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. These words reflect the essence of the American creed...aspirations that have survived generations of change and growth.
Citizens past and present have made strides to make more true the idea of a democracy that works for all of us. Some of them we read about in history books, and many more are unnamed; everyday people who cared - and who took responsibility - for their own, and our shared communities.
And still, these aspirations have not yet been fully realized. The gap between this country's creed and deed (the way things are) is wide. A mandate of democracy, freedom, and self-determination comes face to face with realities of deep injustice, disconnection, loneliness, and cynicism. So many people are disappointed, disillusioned, angry, or just checked out. But we don't have to be. We can come together and figure this out.
Throughout history, all over the world, people have developed powerful practices for gathering to find inspiration and meaning, to deepen a shared sense of purpose, and to change circumstances for the better. As Akronites, we continue in that tradition with Civic Saturdays. We hope you'll join us for the first Civic Saturday Akron!
Questions or ideas? Contact civicsaturdayakron@gmail.com