Central Portage County Visitors & Convention Bureau

06/01/2025

Have you ever wondered what was in the Kelso House Museum? January 19th from 1pm-3pm, the museum will be open to the public.

06/01/2025

Trivia Night is happening at Bell Tower Brewing Co.- Jan 8th.

Join us this Wednesday at 6:30pm for Trivia Night! There are gift card prizes for the top three teams: $50/$25/$10. The rest of the year you can plan on the first Wednesday of each month. Upcoming themes include: The Grammy’s in February and The Academy Awards in March. You can make a reservation here - just mention that you're coming for Trivia! https://tinyurl.com/262evx32

03/01/2025

We invite you to come experience our famous foodie stops. Then stay for Main Street shopping, live musical events, three Ohio State parks and area winter fun.
Learn more: https://centralportagevcb.org/its-okay-to-getaway-and-play-in-the-snow/

Photo credits: CPVCB

02/01/2025

Don't let 2025 slip by without enjoying one of the many concerts and events held at the The Kent Stage. Better yet, plan a getaway. Browse and shop Main Street shops, experience the local food scene, and enjoy a show. For hotel accommodations visit https://centralportagevcb.org/

The Kent Stage is the host of approximately 150 concerts a year, the Kent Folk Festival, the Kent Blues Fest, Kent Reggae Fest, the Kent State Around Town Music Festival, film festivals and numerous plays.

02/01/2025

Coffee with the Birds tomorrow, Friday, January 3rd at 9am.
Join friends and fowl for fine roasts! Please bring your own mug to reduce waste. Space is limited, so please register https://www.portagecounty-oh.gov/portage-park-district/events/85486

Do you enjoy watching birds while sipping coffee?
If so, we have a program for you! Our friends at the James H. Barrow Biological Field Station are hosting Coffee with the Birds tomorrow, Friday, January 3rd at 9am.
Join friends and fowl for fine roasts! Please bring your own mug to reduce waste.
Space is limited, so please register on our Things To Do page! https://bit.ly/4gRfRvJ

30/12/2024

Get those 2025 calendars out. A "Snow Day" will be happening in Downtown Kent on January 25th!
For details https://mainstreetkent.org/snow-day/

Plans are in the works for the second annual Snow Day in Kent! Sat., Jan. 25 is the date for ice carving, live music, fire pits, s'mores, scavenger hunt, crafts and more, from noon to 6pm. Bundle up and have some fun downtown! https://mainstreetkent.org/snow-day/

Sponsored by City of Kent, Acme Fresh Market, College Town Kent, Daisy Pops, Destination Kent CVB, Each + Every, Hometown Bank, Talk On: Speech & Occupational Therapy, Wright Heating

30/12/2024

Start the 2025 year off with a 1-mile hike at West Branch State Park.
January 4th - 1pm.

Join us Saturday January 4th at 1pm for our Winter Hike! ❄️☃️

Meet at the parking lot next to the Campground Store 🌨

30/12/2024

Did you know that the Akron Zoo hosts a Zoo Year's Eve? Tuesday, Dec. 31 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. The zoo will have a special ball drop at noon for little ones who might not be able to stay awake until midnight, plus other fun activities like crafts, music, animal encounters and an otter training wall! (Less than 30 minutes from Downtown Kent.)

30/12/2024

Upcoming Brimfield events:
Noon Year's Eve - December 31st 🦉🐦
~ Location: Brimfield Township Town Hall
~ Time: 10:00am to 12:00pm
Timeless Memories Scrapbooking - January 9th
~ Location: PCDL Brimfield Branch
~ Time: 1:00pm
~ Registration Closes Monday, 1/6

📰📣Parks and Recreation Weekly News! 📣📰

Tour of Lights: Voting Period:🎄✨
~ Location: Brimfield Township
~ Voting Period: December 14th to December 31st

Noon Year's Eve - December 31st 🦉🐦
~ Location: Brimfield Township Town Hall
~ Time: 10:00am to 12:00pm

Timeless Memories Scrapbooking - January 9th
~ Location: PCDL Brimfield Branch
~ Time: 1:00pm
~ Registration Closes Monday, 1/6

Contact Info:
📨Email: [email protected]
📞Office Phone: 330-678-0739 x 1470
☎️Parks Info Hotline: 1-844-BTPRFUN (287-7386)
💻Website: brimfieldohio.gov

20/12/2024

Christmas Craft Fair this Saturday, December 21st at Pure Passions Farm.

SANTA, HEATED Barn, FREE Hot Chocolate, Local Vendors, Alpacas, Goats, and MUCH more. This event is selling out fast, so make sure to get your tickets online TODAY!

20/12/2024

This Saturday, December 21st at 7:30am enjoy a Solstice Hike. Register to hike with PPD staff and friends at Trail Lake Park as we greet the Winter Solstice together!
https://bit.ly/4gHcM1j

Welcome winter at sunrise with us this Saturday, December 21st at 7:30am. Register to hike with PPD staff and friends at Trail Lake Park as we greet the Winter Solstice together!
https://bit.ly/4gHcM1j

20/12/2024

Last chance before the holiday to gather all your Haymaker Farmers' Market items.

20/12/2024

Anyone up for a Holiday (Singles) Steel-Tip Dart Tournament?

Join us for a Holiday (Singles) Steel-Tip Dart Tournament at 6pm on December 26th!
- No pre-registration required, just show up!
- Blind draw for seeding, double elimination, best 2-out-of-3 per round
- Games played: 501, Cricket, and Baseball (if needed)
- $20 entry fee, cash prizes awarded to top 3 individuals (amounts will be based on the number of players)
- First round begins at 6 PM
- $1 off pints of beer and 10% off food for all participant

18/12/2024

There’s a new book at the Al Lease Park StoryWalk. Start at the playground.

There’s a new book at the Al Lease Park StoryWalk. Start at the playground. The story changes throughout the year so you can enjoy a walk around the lake during all the seasons. Happy winter! ❄️☃️

16/12/2024

Cookies & Cocoa - December 23rd.

Come to the library for a festive celebration! Whip up a decadent drink at the hot cocoa bar, decorate a sugar cookie, and play games with friends! Register starting Dec. 16 on the Library Events page at www.kentfreelibrary.org, in-person, or by phone at 330.673.4414.