Around Akron with Blue Green (2016) is a documentary, talk web series in English. On New MovieLinkBD: full story, cast, ratings, season & episode guide, official trailer and where to watch Around Akron with Blue Green online in HD.
Around Akron with Blue Green — Storyline
This monthly half-hour series is the work of Akron producer Blue Green, who says, “The goal of the show is to shine a spotlight on all of the good things that Akron has to offer.” Green noted that the city of Akron is a wonderful place in which to live, work, stay and play, but he feels “to truly be a great city, we need our own Akron-based news and local television programming.”
Each show consists of four stories, including segments on dining, arts and culture, history, business, and movers and shakers.
Cast & Crew
- Created by: Blue Green
- Starring: Blue Green
Around Akron with Blue Green — Series Details
| First Air Date | 2016-10-03 |
| Seasons | 7 |
| Episodes | 75 |
| Genre | Documentary, Talk |
| Language | English |
| Network | PBS, YouTube |
| Status | Returning Series |
Around Akron with Blue Green — Episode Guide
Season 1
- E1: October 2016 (2016-10-03) — In this premiere episode of the Akron-centric series, host Blue Green features Ms. Julie’s Kitchen, entrepreneur and Peaceful Fruits founder Evan Delahanty, muralist Jessica Lofthu
- E2: November 2016 (2016-11-04) — This episode of the Akron-centric series features BMe Akron, an organization that helps promote strong leadership in African-American males; the Vaill brothers, owners of The Rialt
- E3: December 2016 (2016-12-16) — In this episode of the Akron-centric series we learn more about musician Ryan Humbert’s Christmas Extravaganza benefit show; hip-hop artist A-Minus; and Stan Hywet Hall.
- E4: January 2017 (2017-01-13) — This episode features interesting stories about Life Is Good No Matter What, RunningDog, One of a Kind Pets, 7th Floor Clothing, Art Bomb Brigade and the art of Matt Miller.
- E5: February 2017 (2017-02-07) — Find out more about Dream Team Boxing & Learning Center, Nepali Kitchen, piano player Kofi Boakye and Springfield Roller Rink.
- E6: March 2017 (2017-03-24) — Find out how Elec Simon, a performer with the Cleveland Cavaliers QStix drum team, uses music to offer an anti-bullying message to young people. Then meet Karen Starr of Hazel Tree
- E7: April 2017 (2017-04-16) — This month on Around Akron with Blue Green, we talk with David Giffels author of The Hard Way on Purpose, Kurtiss Hare of the The Nightlight about creating a comfortable small venu
- E8: May 2017 (2017-05-14) — This month we will spotlight Paul Hays of the Second Chance Store, the historic Goodyear Theater and Shane Wynn of Shane Wynn photography. We are also honored to interview Akron's
- E9: June 2017 (2017-06-15) — This edition spotlights the Portage Lakes region, including Portage Lakes State Park, area history and a yearly festival featuring dragon boat racing.
- E10: July 2017 (2017-07-16) — This edition features musician and producer Eriq Troi, the West Akron 5K, filmmaker/director/producer Miki Blak and world-class chromatic harmonica player David Kettlewell.
- E11: August 2017 (2017-08-25) — It's all about Kenmore this month! We visit Lay's Guitar Shop, renowned for its custom guitar repair, and we learn about Kenmore's connection to movie theater "silver screens." We
- E12: September 2017 (2017-09-15) — It's all about jazz on this episode of AROUND AKRON WITH BLUE GREEN. We tell the history of jazz music on Howard Street. We sit down and talk with Tony Troppe about BLU Jazz+, BLU
Season 2
- E1: October 2017 (2017-10-13) — This episode is all about the interesting, the underground and the eccentric people, places and things in Akron. Season 2 kicks off with visits to The Dragon's Mantle, The Bomb She
- E2: November 2017 (2017-11-11) — This episode we visit the Mustill Store Visitor Center at the Cascade Locks Park Association and learn all about the deep history of this location. We take a trip to the Cuyahoga V
- E3: December 2017 (2017-12-22) — Enjoy a chat with JT Buck, creative director of Coach House Theatre in Akron. Then learn about Christmas in Akron with author Joanna Wilson, plus downtown Akron's amazing window di
- E4: January 2018 (2018-01-15) — This episode is all about hip-hop in the Akron area. Enjoy interviews with Dre Live Borders (Dre Live), Josh Land of LSquared Photography, Forrest Webb (Forrest Get'em Gump) and Fl
- E5: February 2018 (2018-02-16) — So many talented artists in our area! Find out more about the creative works of April Nicholson-Couch, wildfowl carver Tom Baldwin and carver Ron White, plus visit Summit Artspace.
- E6: March 2018 (2018-03-13) — It's all about "Things in the Air" this month. We're visiting the Medina Raptor Center, MAPS Air Museum, Akron-Canton Airport and aerospace photo illustrator James Vaughan.
- E7: April 2018 (2018-04-21) — It's all about family fun, education and culture. Blue Green visits the Curated Storefront project, Akron-Summit County Public Library, Lock 3 Akron and Akron Zoo.
- E8: May 2018 (2018-05-18) — It's all about the Sounds of Akron. Blue Green sits down with Wayne Beck of the Akron Sound Museum and learns about the Akron Sound. He visits a few poets and sees what’s on their
- E9: July 2018 (2018-07-17) — Visit Highland Square, Akron Historic Arts District, Kenmore Boulevard and the north side of Akron.
- E10: August 2018 (2018-08-17) — Check out the Rubber City Jazz & Blues Festival, Akron Pride Festival, Innerbelt National Forest and events at Summit Lake.
- E11: September 2018 (2018-09-14) — This episode is all about community building through the arts, theater, music and gardening. We visit Ma'Sue Productions, Keepers of the Art, Wandering Aesthetics and Shanti Commun
Season 3
- E1: October 2018 (2018-10-11) — Visit some of Akron's oldest buildings including the Akron Soap Company Building, The John Brown House, The Selle Gear Company Building and The Quaker Square Complex.
- E2: November 2018 (2018-11-17) — Akron-area bands including The Numbers Band, The Waitresses, The Bizarros and more continue to influence rock ‘n’ roll. See more from Around Akron with Blue Green at https://wester
- E3: December 2018 (2018-12-15) — Enjoy profiles of noteworthy people in our community including Travis Lee, founder of The House of Kung Fu; Eartha L. Goodwin, photographer and dark room developer; Jason Prufer, a
- E4: January 2019 (2019-01-13) — To kick off 2019, we reflect on the first two seasons of AROUND AKRON WITH BLUE GREEN, spotlighting some of the most popular stories. See more from Around Akron with Blue Green at
- E5: February 2019 (2019-02-14) — February is all about love for independent media in Akron. This month Blue Green sits down with 330ToGo, Akron Hip Hop.Com, The PLX Live and The Devil Strip. See more from Around A
- E6: March 2019 (2019-03-22) — Gain insight from musicians Hayden Gilbert and Jeri Sapronetti, learn about The Akron Children’s Museum and travel back to when Akron had a pro football team.
- E7: April 2019 (2019-04-14) — The spotlight is on The Hatterie, Akron Recording Company, Mustard Seed Market and sculptor John C Comunale.
- E8: May 2019 (2019-05-21) — Enjoy this episode of Around Akron with Blue Green featuring The West Theater; 3D art of Angry Bob; citizen journalist Yoly; and part one of a two-part story on O.C. Barber, the fo
- E9: June 2019 (2019-06-22) — Visit Himalayan Arts Language & Cultural Academy, learn about SikRik Masks by Rick Fisher and meet the queen and king of the 2018 Akron Pride Festival Drag Battle with Nina West! T
- E10: July 2019 (2019-07-19) — Learn about urban gardening and soil with Steve Larson, Musica with Jennifer Lynn Kidd and the Glendale Steps with local author Tim Carroll. Then check out the Chippewa Lake Water
- E11: August 2019 (2019-08-22) — Tim Carroll discusses his new book “World War II Akron” and Mike “Maxheat” Mosley talks about his program Pro Flow Radio. We also visit Scott Shepherd of Time Traveler Records and
- E12: September 2019 (2019-09-13) — AROUND AKRON visits Rubber City Comics, TinyCircuits, Chestnut Ridge Park in Kenmore and much more!
Season 4
- E1: October 2019 (2019-10-15) — The Season 4 premiere features an interview with filmmaker Dray Evans, exploration of murals around town and visits to Angel Falls Coffee and Showcase Meats.
- E2: December 2019 (2019-12-13) — In Portage Lakes, visit the new restaurant Pick’s and the area’s Polar Bear Club. Also, find out about The University of Akron’s esports program and visit with magazine collage art
- E3: January 2020 (2020-01-18) — Get to know artist P.R. Miller, craft knife maker Jared Lees and longtime Acme employee Scott Fox. Also, visit CNC Training Center.
- E4: February 2020 (2020-02-20) — Visit the Akron Aviators basketball team, Akron Henna Art and Akron Blind Center. Then travel to Canton for a stop at the First Ladies National Historic Site.
- E5: March 2020 (2020-03-25) — Visit two local libraries—The Emily Davis Gallery at The University of Akron and the National First Ladies’ Library in Canton. Find out about Akron’s very own futsal team, the Vulc
- E6: May 2020 (2020-05-16) — We visit popular area businesses, including Metro RTA, Summit Metro Parks, Akron Civic Theatre and Akron-Summit County Public Library, to learn how they are addressing issues relat
- E7: June 2020 (2020-06-27) — Find out what inspires local artists Anika Ame, Gyasi Jones and Nichole Epps, then visit with singer and vocal coach Jaron M. LeGrair.
- E8: August 2020 (2020-08-08) — Visit with amateur archivist Jimi Imij, artists Pach Atomz and Woodrow Nash, and Akron Glass Works.
- E9: September 2020 (2020-09-19) — Children learn to grow, sow and make friends in Akron’s City Sprouts program. Rustbelt Rebirth and motivational speaker Mark Burnett manipulate metal for interesting purposes. The
Season 5
- E1: October 2020 (2020-10-17) — The show’s Season 5 premiere includes visits with violinist Justin Curry, performance consultant Staci Jordan Shelton, glass artist Bob Pozarski and producer Eric Vaughan of Red Po
- E2: November 2020 (2020-11-21) — Find out about all the cool downtown developments, including the reopening of Main Street, from Akron Mayor Dan Horrigan. Then take a short trip to North Hill to visit interesting
- E3: December 2020 (2020-12-19) — Jennifer L Worden Arts uses recycled glass to make art. Chad Jenson is one of the voices of PBS Western Reserve. Community Tool Library helps homeowners tackle improvement projects
- E4: January 2021 (2021-01-16) — Learn more about two local businesses that have served the Akron area for decades: 2 Live Music is a superstore that specializes in urban music, while Dontino’s Italian Restaurant
- E5: March 2021 (2021-03-20) — Visit North Hill Veterinary Hospital, which has been in continuous operation since 1927, and Global Ties Akron, which sells products from all over the world. Eliza Beth Vild tells
- E6: April 2021 (2021-04-17) — The spotlight shines on two iconic Akron businesses: Don Drumm Studio and January Paints and Wallpaper. Then we focus on Community Support Services, which offers preventive care, d
- E7: May 2021 (2021-05-15) — Host Blue Green visits The Tea Lady, where tea time is elegant and special. Then he stops by Irie Jamaican Kitchen to talk with Chef Omar about his authentic Jamaican food. Another
- E8: June 2021 (2021-06-18) — Let your imagination go wild at Clayton G. Bailey’s World of Wonders Museum exhibit and at Abbey Ann’s thrift store. Visit Heritage Farms in Peninsula, which offers year-round even
- E9: July 2021 (2021-07-12) — Blossom Music Center, the summer home of the Cleveland Orchestra, is considered one of the finest outdoor music venues in the country. Host Blue Green takes you there and then visi
- E10: August 2021 (2021-08-18) — Host Blue Green visits Square Records in Akron and Quiet Mind Designs. Then he checks in with juggler Dan Wasdahl and area resident The Garbage Pail Queen, who collects Garbage Pai
- E11: September 2021 (2021-09-16) — Host Blue Green visits Ethicrace Clothing Company in Kenmore and DiCarlo’s Pizza in Cuyahoga Falls. Then he talks with renowned cartoonist Chuck Ayers and videographer Vanessa Mich
Season 6
- E1: October 2021 (2021-10-17) — Learn about architectural treasure The O’Neil House Bed and Breakfast in Akron. In Cuyahoga Falls, the organization Friends of Keyser-Swain Farmhouse strives to preserve the 144-ye
- E2: November 2021 (2021-11-16) — Celebrate all things artistic with visits to Sassy Sunflower boutique in Copley and Standing Rock Cultural Arts in Kent, plus a chat with painter Danny Ratcliff. Then travel to Kle
- E3: December 2021 (2021-12-16) — Local artists and shops featured include 1474 Art Gallery, The Hideaway Studio and Herbal Gift Shop, Not Yo’ Daddy’s Mexican Hot Sauce and NoTique Boutique.
- E4: January 2022 (2022-01-15) — Mac Love of creative firm Art x Love discusses murals, art, the Akron Stories Rubber Worker Project and Akron on Deck playing cards. A trip to Summit Metro Parks leads to explorati
- E5: February 2022 (2022-02-17) — Host Blue Green visits Purplebrown Farmstead, which is part of the Countryside Initiative Program in Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Then it’s off to the popular diner Bob’s Hamburg
- E6: March 2022 (2022-03-17) — Fun happens at Stonehedge, which offers bowling, a putter park, an arcade and more. For a different kind of entertainment, Rage Room Ohio is a place to release all your pent-up ang
- E7: April 2022 (2022-04-18) — Akron Promise helps students access educational support, resources and opportunities. A Walk in the Park Café serves up deliciousness with a creative menu and a unique décor. Host
- E8: May 2022 (2022-05-17) — V-Rock Shop is well known for its rocks, gemstones and handmade clay pottery. Zeber-Martell Studio offers a collaborative line of decorative and functional clay pieces. JW Cooper i
- E9: June 2022 (2022-06-18) — Host Blue Green visits OH SNAP, Akron’s premier selfie museum, followed by the makers of Victory Pose deodorant. Then he learns about Akron to Farm Community and the women’s boutiq
- E10: July 2022 (2022-07-15) — Sweet treats await you at Essential Dipped Delights, located in downtown Akron. The owners of Mueller Honey Bee are doing all they can to save bees and educate others as to their i
- E11: August 2022 (2022-08-13) — Host Blue Green visits with Jim Ballard, who has long been a part of the Northeast Ohio music scene. Then he drops in at Wadsworth Community Radio, which supports the local communi
- E12: September 2022 (2022-09-14) — Host Blue Green learns about horticultural practices and gardening with Summit County Master Gardeners. Then he drops in for a cup of coffee at Porchlight Coffee Co. In Akron, Rock
Frequently Asked Questions
How many seasons does Around Akron with Blue Green have? 7 season(s) with 75 episodes.
Who created Around Akron with Blue Green? Blue Green.
Where can I watch Around Akron with Blue Green? See the Where to Watch section above for current streaming options.