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Better Kenmore CDC

We are a community development corporation dedicated to building a better Kenmore by improving the quality of life in Akron’s second largest neighborhood through cultural, artistic, recreational and business revitalization within the historic Kenmore Boulevard business district.

Things To See & Do On

The heart and soul of the Kenmore neighorhood, The BLVD is home to one of a kind dining destinations and unique shopping experiences. It is also Akron’s Music Row – home to multiple live music venues, guitar shops and recording studios. Bring your friends, family, and neighbors down to The BLVD for an authentic experience you won’t find anywhere else in Akron.

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Volunteer

Do you, your community group or a friend or relative want to help the Kenmore community or earn service hours? If so, become a Better Kenmore volunteer!

There are multiple fun and easy ways to get involved. Check out our current volunteer opportunities.

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Donate

Your gift to Better Kenmore Community Development Corporation is the gift that keeps giving: to your friends, neighbors and to you!

Learn more about how your donation to Better Kenmore CDC helps support our revitalization efforts on The BLVD and make a donation today!

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Events

Come Play!

There’s always something fun happening on The BLVD!

Check out these upcoming events!

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BLVD BLOCK PARTY

June 2025

A celebration of Akron’s Bicentennial! Kenmore BLVD will be blocked off on both sides from 13th to 16th Street with a day full of activities.

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Blog & News

Get the Scoop

Get to know Kenmore’s people, places and things, and stay up to date on kenmore news!

Kenmore schools project approved by Akron board with downsized designs

June 2025

“Miller South School for the Visual and Performing Arts and Pfeiffer Elementary coming to the site of the old Kenmore High School.”

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Kenmore’s big BLVD Block Party entertains with music and more

June 2025

“Better Kenmore CDC, other organizations, host neighborhood party as part of Akron’s bicentennial celebration.”

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‘Heartbroken and terrified.’ Protesters air concerns about budget issues with new Pfeiffer, Miller South schools

June 2025

“Akron school board weighing options to deal with with building project’s $10 million shortfall.”

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Students, parents rally for future of Pfeiffer Elementary School in Akron

June 2025

“AKRON, Ohio — Holding signs that read “Save Pfeiffer” and “Keep Your Promise,” several kids, parents and teachers chanted and stood up for a…

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‘Build our school:’ Kenmore neighborhood tells Akron Public Schools to keep its word

June 2025

“Several dozen residents, school staff and students protested outside Pfeiffer Elementary School in Akron’s Kenmore neighborhood Tuesday, chanting “Save our school!” and “Build our…

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We’re working to improve the quality of life in Akron’s second largest neighborhood through cultural, artistic, recreational and business revitalization within the historic Kenmore Boulevard historic district.

15% of your purchase goes directly to Better Kenmore!

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