We Are

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.

Foods & Drinks
Foods & Drinks
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Music & Arts
Music & Arts
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Shopping
Shopping
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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!

Internationally known thrash metal musician Curran Murphy, part of Kenmore’s music landscape

August 2024

Interview and photos by Jim Carney Curran Murphy is an internationally known thrash metal musician who came to Ohio nearly 20 years ago to…

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Better Kenmore CDC to unveil new headquarters, resource center Friday

July 2024

“Better Kenmore CDC will hold a ceremony for its new headquarters and small business resource center Friday.”

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Kenmore Cowbell 7K

June 2024

Kenmore Cowbell 7K

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Capsule that time nearly forgot retrieved for Kenmore alumni, with big reveal Friday

June 2024

“Mementos that were supposed to have been unearthed in 2021 remained buried because of pandemic. Now, former Kenmore classmates will gather for a look.”

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Thank you Kai Wick Studio and Joe Bellochi at Wick Studio

May 2024

Thank you Kai Wick Studio and Joe Bellochi at Wick Studio for your creativity and sharing your woodworking talent with us!

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Our Store

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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