Thursday, Aug. 17, at 9 PM
Saturday, Sept. 2, at 2 PM
For more than 50 years Richard Grell has been hand-crafting Windsor chairs on his Hudson, Ohio, property, using wood from his farm. His museum-quality chairs are owned by institutions, businesses and individuals across the country, including famous actors, musicians, Fortune 500 CEOs and presidents. This documentary is an intimate look into Grell’s woodworking skills and techniques.
Tuesday, Aug. 29, at 8 PM
Wednesday, Aug. 30, at 1 AM
Friday, Sept. 1, at 5 PM
Saturday, Sept. 2, at 4 PM
Learn the story of Akron’s role in the relaunch of Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey circus following a deadly fire in 1944.
Learn more about RINGLING, AKRON & THE ‘BLUE HEAVEN’ CIRCUIT online.
First Monday of every month at 5 PM and 5:30 PM
This public affairs series provides a local viewpoint on global topics. Subjects covered are both educational and entertaining, and are hosted by a Northeast Ohio community member who assists in determining the show’s content.
Monday, Aug. 7, at 5 PM: Infant Mortality and Advocacy
Monday, Aug. 7, at 5:30 PM: Tax Planning Tips
Saturday, Aug. 5: Undelivered – the Most Notable Speeches Never Heard
Monday, Aug. 7 & Saturday, Aug. 12: Akron Art Museum – Keith Haring Exhibit
Monday, Aug. 14 & Saturday, Aug. 19: Ohio Department of Transportation’s Orange Barrels
Monday, Aug. 21 & Saturday, Aug. 26: New Developments in Engineering and Technology – CWRU
Monday, Aug. 28 & Saturday, Sept. 2: Open Chat AI
Fridays at 8:30 PM
Saturdays at 1:30 AM
Sundays at 8 PM
Enjoy live performances that capture artists and audiences connecting in the closest of confines. To experience these unique concerts live, you have to be a member of The Summit FM, a public radio station serving Akron, Canton and Youngstown. This series allows you to watch these intimate music moments on PBS Western Reserve.
Friday, Aug. 4, at 8:30 PM: Jim Ballard / Emily King
Friday, Aug. 25, at 8:30 PM: Will Hoge / John Doe
Sunday, Aug. 6, at 8 PM:Jim Ballard / Emily King
Sunday, Aug. 13, at 8 PM: Lo Moon / lovelytheband
Sunday, Aug. 20, at 8 PM: Demos Papadimas / Milky Chance
Sunday, Aug. 27, at 8 PM: Will Hoge / John Doe
Tuesday, Aug. 15, at midnight
Wednesday, Aug. 16, at 4 PM
Tuesday, Aug. 22, at 5:30 PM
Friday, Aug. 25, at 12:30 AM
Wednesday, Aug. 30, at 3 PM
Friday, Aug. 18, at 7:30 PM
Saturday, Aug. 19, at 2:30 PM
Sunday, Aug. 20, at 7:30 PM
Friday, Aug. 25, at 10:30 PM
Monday, Aug. 28, at 9:30 PM
This monthly half-hour shines a spotlight on all of the good things that Akron has to offer. Each show consists of four stories, including segments on dining, arts and culture, history, business, and movers and shakers.