The Community Life Collaborative is thrilled to join forces with Big Love Network and amazing Akron partners for an exciting Community Tree Giveaway on November 17th! Together, we're planting the seeds of change by increasing the tree canopy in our city's urban neighborhoods, especially where residents are most impacted by heat and air quality challenges. […]
All About Us: Our Quilts and Dolls Exhibit Join us for an incredible journey of quilts by the African American Quilt and Doll Guild at the Community Life Collaborative Garden View Gallery. The exhibit runs through February 14, 2026, and is filled with inspiring stories of culture, history, traditions, and environmental and social justice. Don’t […]
All About Us: Our Quilts and Dolls Opening Reception & Artist Talk Join us for an incredible journey of quilts and stories by Northeast Ohio artists as we welcome the African American Quilt and Doll Guild of Warrensville Heights on Thursday, December 18 from 5:30 - 7:30 PM at the Community Life Collaborative Garden View […]
Walk & Roll with us every Monday to Friday starting January 12, 2026 from 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM at The Family Life Center, 16349 Chillicothe Rd. Chargin Falls, Ohio 44023. Enjoy a refreshing walk or stroll during our open gym walking hours. Come walk with us and embrace a healthier and happier community together. […]
Welcome to Red Light Special, a silent disco where art, sound, and style collide. Slide on some red, grab a pair of headphones, and lose yourself in equal parts glow, groove, and galleries. Move how you want. Choose your channel from 3 DJs, sip from the cash bar and try fresh bites on the Plaza […]
What if the word “homosexual” was never meant to be in the bible? Watch and unpack 1946-a film documenting the origins of the anti-gay movement among Christians due to a grave mistranslation in the Bible. Chronicling the discoveries of researchers at Yale University, the biblical basis for discrimination against the LGBTQIA+ community is put to […]
Screenshot Pause and partake in an afternoon of reflection as a light is shone on the women whose strength continues to to shape our world. Spearheaded by Dr. Noel M. Voltz and Robin Echols Cooper, discuss and discover how the legacy of Black women echoes through history and illuminates the path forward.
Join the SPIRE Center for the last session of its six-part series as they guide faith based communities in partnering with their surrounding neighborhoods. Each participant will leave with a practical community engagement plan relevant to their respective local community. This event is virtual so join from wherever you're comfortable.
Celebrate International Women’s Day with an honest, empowering conversation—created by women, for women. Join Metro West CLE for real talk about balance, boundaries, burnout, and the barriers women face in business—plus practical strategies to thrive without losing yourself. Secure your tickets here.
This monthly program welcomes Metroparks naturalists each month at moCa as they facilitate interactive workshops focused on nature-based themes. Each session features three nature stations inside moCa and outside our front door in Cleveland Metroparks’ Mobile NatureTracks, alongside an immersive artmaking experience led by Wave Space Studio. Observe, reflect, and create while exploring the shared […]
Emerging Leaders is hosting their 4th annual professional development panel on Thursday, March 12 at The Union Club. Young professionals increasingly want meaningful careers, and civic engagement is one of the most powerful ways to accelerate professional growth. This panel explores how volunteerism, committee work, and community leadership open doors to new industries, build personal credibility, and create unexpected career […]
Join Indivisible Akron for a hands-on series based on Do The Work! by W. Kamau Bell & Kate Schatz. Whether you’re just starting or deep in the work, this space is for learning, sharing, and growing together. Bring your workbook, your questions, and your courage.
The CLC hosts subject specific events throughout the year that align with our respective Community Programs. Our non-profit will also have immersive ways to connect through public events and fundraisers periodically.