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8th Annual Growing Up Akron

Presented by Child Guidance & Family Solutions at Thirsty Dog Taphouse, Akron OH

Aug 11 2017
8th Annual Growing Up Akron

*This is an adult only event, you must be 21 years old to attend.*

Akron’s favorite summer fundraiser is back for its 8th year! Join us at Growing Up Akron this August, hosted by Child Guidance & Family Solutions and presented by the Margaret Clark Morgan Foundation.

If you’ve attended Growing Up Akron in the past, you know this isn’t your typical fundraiser! This is Akron. So leave the tux at home and join our Honorary Chairs, Sylvia & Marc Trundle, for a night full of food, fun, and special attractions. Make your reservation and celebrate the spirit of Akron.

Roxxymoron is back to take the stage and rock the brewery. Food offerings include: Swensons Drive-In Restaurants, Mustard Seed Market & Cafe, Tangier Event & Entertainment Center, Hilton Garden Inn Akron, Bake at 350 Bakery, LLC, Trecaso’s Mary Coyle Fine Italian Cuisine & Ice Cream, A&W, Mayfield Road Creamery, Ken Stewart’s Grille, NORKA Beverage, and more to come!

Whether you “grew up Akron” or not, there is no better way to spend a summer evening.

ADMISSION INFO

Individuals can attend for $60, and there are several sponsorship opportunities if you’d like to support CG&FS while promoting your business or organization. Tickets must be purchased ahead of time.

LOCATION

Thirsty Dog Taphouse

587 Grant Street, Akron, OH 44311

PARKING INFO

REMEMBER WHEN PARKING

Parking available in lot directly in front of building.

On Friday and Saturday evenings, overflow parking is available across the street at Greenleaf.

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