TOXIC: A Black Woman’s Story
Date: September 24, 2025
Time: 5:30pm
Location: House 330 | 532 W. Market St., Akron 44303.
Description: Stress and it’s impact on Maternal Health. Viewing and fireside chat. A day in the life of a Black woman could change how you see the world.
THANK YOU COMMUNITY BABY SHOWER SPONSORS!
We Are Thankful… For these wonderful community partners and event sponsors!
FTFB COMMUNITY BABY SHOWER
Date: ON-GOING
Time: Until Supplies are Gone
Location: Register Online.
Description: The event day has passed, but there are still supplies available for eligible families. Register today.
UNDERSTANDING DADS
Date: On-Going
Time: Varies
Location: Virtual Class
Description: Helping families understand the importance of a dad’s involvement in their lives. Click image for full details..
FAMILY FUN NIGHTS
Date: 2nd Thurs of every month
Time: 6:00pm to 7:00pm
Location: 715 E. Buchtel Ave, Akron
Description: Join us for games, fun & friendship! Click image for more details.
MOM-ME TIME
Date: Varies by Option
Time: Varies by Option
Location: At Valley View Homes OR Virtually
Description: Just for moms with children under 5 years of age. Take some time to yourself, connect with other moms, and learn something new about taking care of yourself. Click image for more details.
THE DAD PROJECT
Date: Tuesdays
Time: 6:30pm to 7:30pm
Location: 715 E. Buchtel Ave, Akron
Description: Helping dads become the fathers they are meant to be. Click image for more details.
FREE DRUMFIT CLASS
Date: Mondays
Time: 6:00pm to 7:00pm
Location: Health Equity Center – 1493 S Hawkins Ave, Akron
Description: An hour of drumming burns more calories than running, aerobics or weightlifting. Click image for more details.
FREE YOGA CLASS
Date: Thursdays
Time: 6:00pm to 7:00pm
Location: Health Equity Center – 1493 S Hawkins Ave, Akron
Description: Cetified yoga instructor Tracey Nguma will lead you through a slow-paced yoga class, perfect for beginner and intermediate participants. Click image for more details.
FREE ZUMBA CLASS
Date: Wednesdays
Time: 6:00pm to 7:00pm
Location: Health Equity Center – 1493 S Hawkins Ave, Akron
Description: Everyone is welcome, from Zumba beginners to advanced fitness gurus. Zumba is a great alternative to traditional fitness programs and can feel more like a party than a workout! Click image for more details.
CGFS PREVENTION PROGRAMS
Date: Ongoing
Time: n/a
Location: Varies
Description: Programs to benefit every stage of childhood development. Click image for full catalog of programs.
THE NURTURING FAMILY PROGRAM
Date: On-Going
Time: n/a
Location: Online
Description: 7 week online program designed to provide families with young children (ages birth to 5) with the skills needed to make healthy parenting decisions.
The Nurturing Family Program is an ongoing seven-week online initiative designed to equip parents of young children—from birth to age five—with the foundational skills needed to make informed, healthy parenting decisions during the most formative years of a child’s life. Offered in a flexible, fully virtual format, the program allows caregivers to participate at their own pace, making it especially accessible for families managing busy routines or those living in remote areas. Participants benefit from expert guidance on communication, emotional regulation, and age-appropriate discipline, all while building a supportive network of like-minded parents. For many families, especially those navigating early childhood illnesses or common infections, having reliable health information and knowing where to buy amoxicillin online legally and safely can be an important part of protecting their child’s wellbeing—an issue that sometimes intersects directly with discussions around access to care in parenting programs. In this way, the program doesn't only address behavioral and emotional development but also acknowledges the broader realities parents face when making everyday decisions that affect their children’s health and safety.
MOMS IN MOTION
Date: Varies
Time: Varies
Location:
<Description: New classes start every 7 weeks. Click image for flyer.
AKRON FIRE CO DETECTOR PROGRAM
Date: Ongoing
Time: >n/a
Location: Open to eligible City of Akron residents.
Description: See flyer for details. Click image for flyer.