Chris Freeman-Clark from County of Summit Alcohol, Drugs Addition & Mental Health Services Board joins librarians Ris and Keith to discuss how to recognize and support someone with hoarding disorder.  

For more information, referrals to services and treatments, or registration for professional workshops, email [email protected] or call 330.762.3500 and ask for the Hoarding Coordinator.  

Akron Mirror is a podcast of the Akron-Summit County Public Library. This podcast does not constitute medical advice. 

Abigail Moncrieff from Cleveland State University College of Law’s Center for Health Law and Policy joins librarians Ris and Keith to discuss the details of the law to commercialize, regulate, and tax the adult use of cannabis.  

To read the full statute and legal analysis, visit the Ohio Attorney General’s website. 

Akron Mirror is a podcast of the Akron-Summit County Public Library. This podcast does not constitute legal advice.

Angela Laakso from Astral Dragonfly Community and Marie Moore from Community Legal Aid join librarians Ris and Keith to discuss what legal and emotional considerations go into planning before death. Despite the heavy topic, the conversation is casual and free of gory details. 

For further information on end-of-life planning and forms, visit the Summit County Probate Court. 

For a list of free grief support groups and services, visit 211 Summit or contact the Library at 330.643.9000. 

Akron Mirror is a podcast of the Akron-Summit County Public Library.

Courtney Cable from Curated Storefront and Katelyn Evans from the Akron Art Museum join librarians Ris and Keith to discuss two free, innovative local programs that bring fine art to our community. 

For a map of & information on current Curated Storefront exhibits, visit Akron’s Contemporary Arts District.  

For a full list of the pieces available for checkout in the Akron Art Library, visit the Akron-Summit County Public Library’s catalog.

Akron Mirror is a podcast of the Akron-Summit County Public Library.

Shane Good from the Akron Zoo and Linda Watkins from Stark Parks Wildlife Conservation Center join librarians Ris and Keith to discuss how to create a safe environment for both birds that migrate through and our permanent residents. 

To volunteer as a collision monitor with Lights Out in the Akron-Canton area, contact Shane Good at [email protected]. 

If you come across an injured wild animal, call the Stark Parks Wildlife Conservation Center at 330.477.0448 or visit the Ohio Department of Nature Resources site for a complete list and map of wildlife rehabilitators throughout the State.

Akron Mirror is a podcast of the Akron-Summit County Public Library.

Mike Migden and Dominic Basile Jr. from Summit County Fiscal Office join librarians Ris and Keith to discuss what an increase in property value means for homeowners and renters alike, and what steps you can take if you would like your value reappraised. 

For more information on making an appointment by phone or email for reappraisal or for their roadshow schedule, visit https://fiscaloffice.summitoh.net/index.php/2023-reappraisal-meeting. 

Akron Mirror is a podcast of the Akron-Summit County Public Library.

Rita Aggarwal and Christina Hernandez from Proyecto Raices join librarians Ris and Keith to discuss their services, programs, and events to help the Latino community thrive. 

For more information on Proyecto Raices’ upcoming programs and events—including the Akron Latin Festival, visit facebook.com/MiProyectoRAICES. 

Akron Mirror is a podcast of the Akron-Summit County Public Library. 

Joann Sahl and Russ Nichols from the University of Akron School of Law’s Reentry Clinic join librarians Ris and Keith to discuss what legal options are available for those who are justice involved to seal or expunge their records. 

For information on the next Reentry Clinic, visit https://www.uakron.edu/law/curriculum/clinical-programs/reentry.dot. 

Akron Mirror is a podcast of the Akron-Summit County Public Library. 

Theron Brown and Will Blake from the Rubber City Jazz & Blues Festival and Katie Carver Reed and Anita Marron from Highland Square Porchrokr Music and Art Festival join librarians Ris and Keith to discuss how music has—historically and currently—created community in our local neighborhoods. 

For the most up to date information on these two festivals, visit direct.me/rubbercityjazz and porchrockr.org. 

Akron Mirror is a podcast of the Akron-Summit County Public Library. 

Smoke from the wildfires in Canada has been blown in our direction with dystopic results—from noxious smells to hazy skies and a red-orange moon to unhealthy air quality. 

Sam Rubens from the Akron Regional Air Quality Management District (ARAQMD) joins librarians Ris and Keith to discuss how to make sense of Air Quality Alerts, what the Air Quality Index measures, and ways to stay safe when the air you breathe isn’t. 

To check the air quality, visit airnow.gov, download the EPA AirNow mobile app, or call 330.375.2545 if you’re in the Akron area. 

Akron Mirror is a podcast of the Akron-Summit County Public Library.