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Fun Sh*t: Movies@Main Offers Free Cinema Fun

By Savannah Johns, Managing Editor

Between the ticket, ICEE, popcorn and candy, seeing view,” she said. “And it’s fun to bring your family and friends to a movie in theaters can get pretty expensive. As an alternative to a traditional movie theater experience, Akron-Summit County Public Library (ASCPL) offers a free event for community members to enjoy films on the big screen in their 400-seat auditorium. These movies are shown Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2:00 p.m. at Main Library at 60 S High St.

“I feel that it’s important for the public to be able to see movies on a large screen in a theater setting with an audience, for free,” Julia Devine, Culture & AV Adult Services Librarian, says. “I try to vary the films to reflect different segments of our audience. Showing family-friendly films is a great way to give parents an option to bring their kids to see a movie without breaking the bank.”

Devine programs the movies for both Thursday and Sunday Movies@Main. Her background is in film history and preservation, so she loves to talk about movies with library patrons and works hard to ensure the movies they screen appeal to the audience.

“We have many DVDs in the library collection that are expensive to acquire, so I like to show some things that are not as easy for most people to find and make it more of a group outing.” Newer, blockbuster movies are typically shown on Sundays and shorter or older films are on Thursdays. Movies are shown by theme as well, including December holidays; Valentine’s Day and love stories; and remembrance of performers who passed away in 2022. Another interesting component of Movies@Main is the “Checkit-out” flyer that Devine hands out. Through this flyer, audience members can find information on other resources the library has related to the film shown that day. Providing further information and offering materials for viewers to check out demonstrates Devine’s and the library’s commitment to fostering learning and enrichment for all. Creating a welcoming environment is important to ASCPL and they are committed to accessibility and inclusion. All films are shown with closed captioning for the hearingimpaired. Akron-Summit County Public Library includes the Main Library, located in downtown Akron, as well as 18 other branch locations. Free parking-deck parking is available on weekdays after 6 p.m. and on weekends.

Coming Soon:

Sundays at 2:00 p.m. and Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. No registration is required.

November 2022

Nov. 20: Special 14th Anniversary Screening of Twilight Nov. 27: Lightyear

December 2022

Dec. 1: Cash on Demand (1961) Dec. 4: Comfort and Joy (1984) Dec. 8: Remember the Night (1940) Dec. 11: Holiday Inn (1942) Dec. 15: An American Tail (1986) Dec. 18: Miracle on 34th Street Dec. 22: A Christmas Carol (1951) Dec. 29: One Way Passage (1932)

January 2023

Jan. 5: Kid Glove Killer (1942) Jan. 8: Where the Crawdads Sing Jan. 12: Pressure Point (1962) Jan. 19: A Reflection of Fear (1972) Jan. 22: Minions: The Rise of Gru Jan. 26: Brian’s Song (1971) Jan. 29: Thor: Love and Thunder

February 2023

Feb. 2: All That Heaven Allows (1955) Feb. 5: The Lady Eve (1941) Feb. 9: Love Me Tonight (1932) Feb. 12: Love and Basketball (2000) Feb. 16: Harold and Maude (1971) Feb. 19: I Know Where I’m Going (1945) Feb. 23: Design for Living (1933) Feb. 26: Loving (2016)

Even More Fun Sh*t:

Arkonym Brewing Offers Free Trivia Night Near Campus

Take a break from school and join the crowd at Akronym Brewing for a couple rounds of live trivia.

By Christian Rhodes, Correspondent

With inflation driving up the price of a night out and packed schedules for chance to win Akronym Brewing gift cards. First place winners receive 20 dollars, and second school and work, students may struggle to find an affordable option for fun with friends.

What they may not know is that they can put the stress of school on hold and decompress with a couple rounds of free, live trivia at Akronym Brewing.

Students don’t have to wait until the weekend to enjoy a night out, either. For the past four years, Akronym Brewing and host Jared F. have been delivering free Wednesday night trivia.

“Wednesdays are the busiest week-day night,” says Joe Greising, an Akronym Brewing partner.

Students of all ages are welcome to compete in back-to-back rounds of trivia starting at 7 p.m. and 8 p.m.

Host Jared F., of the Cleveland trivia and pop quiz business Sporcle, generates a wholesome environment for friendly competition.

Each week, contestants compete for the place winners receive 10 dollars. All gift cards are eligible for immediate use. Students over 21 can enjoy the in-house brewed beer and seasonal cocktails while those under 21 or who are alcohol-free can choose from a non-alcoholic beverage menu. In addition to a comprehensive beer and cocktail menu, Akronym offers a variety of pub-themed food selections ranging from snacks to dinner and six packs of beer to go. The University of Akron holds a special place in the hearts of Akronym Brewing’s partners. Three of the four partners behind Akronym Brewing are University of Akron alumni who are hoping to bring in more student clientele. “We love working with UA students,” Greising said. “We offer free tours of the brewery for UA students of any age.” Students interested in learning more about the beer brewing process can schedule a group tour with Joe Greising at beer@ akronymbrewing.com.

Akronym Brewing is located at 58 E Market St.

Akronym Brewing hours are:

Monday - Thursday

11:30 a.m. – 10 p.m.

Friday

11:30 a.m. – 12 a.m.

Saturday

12 p.m. – 12 a.m.

Sunday

11 a.m. – 7 p.m.

For more information, visit their website: https:// akronymbrewing. com/.

Photos of Trivia Night at Akronym Brewing by Abigail Stopka.