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Featuring this week Best Deals

Beauty on a Budget “Big” John

MMA

Fighter Profile

Tom Guarino FREE WEEKLY 11/26/2008

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AKRON November 2008

Volume 1 • Number 1 • Issue 1 PUBLISHER A.C. Evans EDITOR Athena SALES & CIRCULATION Justin Kilpatrick CONTRIBUTORS Writer Preston Holmes Writer Athena ADVERTISING? Call 330-576-6498 Email [email protected]

Editors wrap up!

Table of Contents Where What Coopers ......................2 Best deals...................3 Nicoles ........................5 Nails by Tammy..........5

A big hello from Athena I’d like to take the time out to thank all of our contributors for making this weekly magazine possible! As our first issue roles out the door I am excited for what is to come! I encourage our readers to contact us with new ideas, comments, questions and ads. Plenty of entertainment happens in and around Akron and we plan on bringing it all to you every week. With all that goes on in Akron choosing what to do and where to go can be rough. With all of the concerts, food and drink specials, ladies nights, great nightlife and citywide events happening how do you know where to go and what to do? Let us figure it out for you as we have scouts out nightly to make your free time worth it. Read weekly you wont be unsatisfied. Keepin it real~

Beauty on a Budget.........................4 Salon Preston.............4 Mechanic Lee .............7 Local MMA Fighter.........................6 Home for rent .............7 Puzzle..........................7 Ken Love.....................7 Certified Nerds ...........7 Whiskey Dicks............6 Tasty Jones'................8 Artist of the week.......8 Band Schedules.........8

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COOPER’S IN THE VALLEY

Coyote Ugly - WhiskeyDicks

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M-F 4-2:30 Saturday 6-2:30 330-865-9510 1824 Merriman Road

Advertise for as little as $40 a week. Tell them “IN Akron” sent you!

Happy Hour M-F 4-7 $.50 off all our drinks

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Kenmore Eastern Sports Bar

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Firehouse  Grill & Pub

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Club Amsterdam

358 s main st.

Bottles

Cambell East  Kenmore Eastern Avenue Tavern Sports Bar

Lite Pint

Well Shots

Cleats

Back Draft

Mary’s

Brubakers  Pub

2426 east ave. 973kenmoreblvd. 2685 w market 952kenmoreblvd. 4005 medina rd.

Iron Saddle

137 e south st.

Finding the specials

Frank and friends

How our hard work will help you

Every week we’ll bring you the best daily specials in and around Akron. We know there are lots of great bars, so there has to be lots of great food and drink specials. If you know of a good one and we don’t have it up here, you can send us the details of the deal at [email protected]. I strongly suggest the burgers at Firehouse! Tell them “IN Akron” sent you!

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Beauty on a Budget

by Preston

Save money and still look fabulous! Even during economic uncertainty, I’m going to show you how you can still look fabulous and not break the bank. Did you know that the number one selling item during any time of economic crisis is lipstick? Research has shown that this is the cheapest way for one to still feel fashionable. Everyone needs a little pick me up. Tough times are no exception. In the coming weeks I’m going to show you how to save money and still get the quality services you deserve. With the holidays right around the corner, now is a perfect time to start a new beauty regimen. Let’s start with hair. Something just feels so wrong about a beautifully dressed women with two inch roots. Don’t wait for that tax return, honey. You know who you are girls! You’re the ones with the black and white poney tail. Here’s something you can try at home. After rubbing yesterdays mascara off of your chin stagger to the nearest bathroom mirror, pull hair loosely into your favorite pony tail. If you look like you’re wearing clip on hair from

4. For you long hair lovers, when the last four inches of your hair are transparent its probably time to schedule a visit. Again, my phone number is 330-835-4510, I can help. Keeping your hair strong now will prevent unecessary upkeep in Here are my budget friendly tips the future. Split ends are the cancer when visiting your favorite salon: of strong healthy hair. Don’t wait. Claire’s, you should keep reading. Your first phone call for the day should be to your hair colorist!! My phone number is 330-8354510, to schedule an appointment.

1. Color should be retouched no longer than every 8 weeks. (Thats 2 months). When trying to save money and still look fabulous, going with a more natural hue will allow for a more graceful grow out. 2. Opt-out of the blow dry/style. You won’t be able to do it as good as me the next day anyway. Just put that extra twenty bucks into separating that bushy unibrow. 3. Although I find this ridiculous, some salons (not mine) charge extra for a shampoo. If you visit one of these “fine” establishments, save the extra dollar and shampoo that hot mess at home before hand.

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Stay tuned for more to come next week on “Beauty on a budget” where I’ll show you more ways to save money and still look fabulous.

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Drink of the week:

The Vesper 3 measures of Gordon's Gin 1 measure of vodka 1/2 measure Kina Lillet vermouth Shake it very well until it's ice cold, pour into a deep champange glass. Garnish with a slice of lemon peel.

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Why do we toast? The practice of toasting originated in Ancient Greece, at a time when fear of poisoning was a significant concern. To put honored guests at ease the custom of touching glasses was born. Clinking glasses together would cause each persons drink to spill into the others. by A.C. More useless info to come. ;)

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Tanning in Nicole’s Connection

330.923.6303 1562 Akron-Peninsula

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Buy 1 Tanning Package Get 1 FREE! Valid only with coupon not valid with other offers

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330.920.4563 In Nicoles Connection 1562 Akron-Peninsula Located in the Merriman Valley Suite 115 5 Free Weekly Magazine

Local MMA Fighter

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Akron’s Undefeated “Big”John Hawk John Hawk has been training for many years to achieve his goal of becoming a professional Mixed Martial Arts fighter and fighting in the UFC.

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So, if you’re out around Akron, and see “Big” John congratulate him on his many recent victories. Just dont try to fight him. Unless you enjoy a solid ass kicking every now and again.

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How long have you been fighting? I have been fighting for 1 year but training MMA for over 2 years, wrestled my whole life including being a member of the Kent State University wrestling team through college. What does your training intale? 4 days a week jiu jitsu/wrestling, 2 days a week boxing, 2 days a week kickboxing, 3 days a week heavy weight lifting as well as 2 days a week of athletic strength and conditioning, run 3-4 miles 3-4 days a week for extra cardio.

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Thoughts on opponent, Adam Ferel? He’s an undefeated opponent with good stand up and good wrestling, should be an all out war because both of us have worked hard all year to win the heavyweight title. NAAFS Presents:

Night Of Champions Saturday 12.06.08 Gray's Armory - Cleveland, OH

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LONG ISLANDS Every night of the week WHISKEY DICKS - HUE one west exchange street Akron OH 44308 Tel: (330) 434-0046

For tickets to see “Big” John Hawk vs. Adam Ferel for the Heavy weight title contact John below: cell:330.730.1729 email:[email protected] Tell them “IN Akron” sent you!

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Thanksgiving Puzzle, Gobble Gobble!

AUTOMOTIVE PROBLEMS?

J W W D B E Z J D F Z S B X Y D V G R N E E L D A A E Y C I

Will come to you! Call Lee at 216.232.1247 H M O E R FO R EN T

Beautiful 3b/1bath House in Maple Heights, Ohio. $950 per month plus utilities. $950 Deposit. Newer Carpet, Furnace, Central Air, and Roof. Stove,Refrig/Freezer, Washer and Dryer. Large 1.5 car garage with storage area.

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AUTUMN CANDIEDYAMS CELEBRATION CORN TURKEY UCOPIA CRANBERRY FAMILY FEAST FRIENDS GATHERING GOBBLE HARVEST HOLIDAY MAYFLOWER MEAL PARADE PILGRIMS PUMPKINPIE SAUCE STUFFING

Wooded backyard. Family Room in basement. NO PETS ALLOWED. NO SECTION 8, Please. Rent to Own Terms also available. Call 216-375-4533 to schedule viewing.

ADOPT THIS CAT Save Ohio Strays  (440) 567-3585  [email protected]

My name is Droplet because I was left outside in the rain with my babies. I love to play with toys. I don`t mind dogs, in fact I pretty much could care less about any other dog or cat just so long as I have a lap to sit on and a hand to pet me. I'm about 2 yrs old and I'd like to talk to you and see how your day is going. If you need someone to talk to, get me. I listen first then talk second. To apply for adoption, please fill out an on-line application at www.saveohiostrays.org Tell them “IN Akron” sent you!

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Artist of the Week

by Athena

Introducing Tom Guarino

Tom’s upcoming preformances: Wed. Nov 26th at Scorchers: 9pm to 11:30pm. 491 Waterloo Rd. Thurs. Dec 11th at Tasty Jones' : 9pm to 11pm. 1714 Merriman Rd.

Tom Guarino has recently moved back to Akron after 10 years of living and performing in the New York CIty club and cafe scene. He attributes his music style to the great music that extended down from the Cleveland music scene of the 70's and 80's. His influences come from bands such as The Beatles, The Who, Led Zeppelin, Aerosmith, Fleetwood Mac, Jackson Browne, Genesis, Yes, Springsteen, and many more. Guarino earned a Bachelor's Degree in music from the University of Akron, studying classical and jazz guitar while playing in a variety of bands. Tom began to find his niche as more of a solo acoustic performer, playing the local and regional cafe and club scene. I stumbled on him performing at Tasty Jones' on Merriman Rd in the valley. As I listened to him perform covers along with his original music it became clear he was a great musician and vocalist. He did justice to every cover song he sang and kept my attention while he performed his original songs. An amazing performer who can rely on his musical talent which I feel will inevitably get him where he wants to go with his music career. "I really enjoy the high-wire act of performing solo or even as a duet," says Guarino. "Some of my most inspired moments as a lover of music were simply watching someone playing solo piano or guitar. If they are really laying it all out there, it can feel like you're witnessing something very pure and rare. I'm motivated to try and communicate on that level of abstract communication." Check out live performances at www.youtube.com. Also make sure to check out his new video which can be viewed at www.famecast.com/tomguarino Guarino's latest effort, "Lost Souls," an acoustic rock album, contains 11 original songs, and is now available for purchase through this website, www.tomguarino.com. While primarily acoustic based, it offers a variety of influences and perspectives, yet all the while centered on a common theme. I listened to the whole album and each song came across as a great story. I want to always showcase artists who bring everything to the table, amazing songwriting, crazy musicianship, perfect vocals, and a great performance. Tom Guarino brings it all to the table. I say if you have a free night, spend it wherever he is performing.

Other live artists in Akron Housepopes & Freeze-r-burn Friday Nov 28th Musica 51 East Market St. Road of Sin Face Down Presley The Unclean Saturday Nov 29th Musica 51 East Market St. The Whispers Sunday Nov 30th 532 West Market St. Jacob & Good People Tuesday December 4th 1714 Merriman Rd. Andy Shepard & John Welton Wednesday Dec 5th 1714 Merriman Rd. Have a band thats playing soon? Email us you may be our next feature: [email protected]

Great Atmosphere

30 Years+ Crowd

Good Friends

American Tapas Gourmet Appetizers

Live musicians play Located in the valley at Tues, Wed, and Thurs 1714 Merriman road 330.835.9030 Cheaper drinks than most