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This Month
The Akron-Summit County Public Library’s Science & Technology Division will host three one-hour workshops for owners of older homes Saturday, May 19, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Main Library, 60 S. High Street, Akron.
The workshop will stress maintenance, working with contractors, researching house history as keys to success in maintaining and improving your castle!
Preservation House
“Preservation Alliance of Greater Akron’s new headquarters, Preservation House was built as a one-room schoolhouse in 1870 just after our country’s Civil War when Akron was one of the fastest-growing community’s in the United States.
In addition to serving as PAGA’s new home, Preservation House is also the focus of a more than $200,000 restoration project by PAGA.”
Continue ReadingArtisans
“A directory of local craftsmen, artisans and services recommended for the quality of their work, goods and services, especially involving older homes, is presented by PAGA’s Preservation Services Committee.”
May 2012
Your Home, Your Project
“How-to” workshops for anyone interested in the maintenance of older homes being held on May 19th
The Akron-Summit County Public Library’s Science & Technology Division will host three one-hour workshops for owners of older homes Saturday, May 19, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Main Library, 60 S. High Street, Akron. The workshop will stress maintenance, working with contractors, researching house history as keys to success in maintaining and improving your castle!
Researching Your House History
10 – 11 am
Meeting Room 2
Presented by Judy James,
Division Manager, Special Collections
How old is my house? Who built it? Who lived here? How did this neighborhood develop? These are some of the questions new or established homeowners may have about their homes. Researching the history of your house can provide answers to these questions, and, may possibly reveal other interesting facts about the house you live in. Learn about resources available at the library and in our community that can help answer your questions.
Maintenance and Efficiency/Selecting Exterior Paint Colors
11:30 am – 12:30 pm
Auditorium
Presented by Jessica Ugarte, Cleveland Restoration Society
All houses need continual maintenance to keep them looking their best. We will take a top to bottom look at typical old house maintenance issues. Learn to spot problems before they become headaches and discover strategies for making your older home more energy efficient without breaking the bank. Get tips on selecting and placing appropriate colors on older homes.
Bigger Than Your Ability?1 – 2 pm
Meeting Room 2
Presented by Tim Coerver, Preservation Alliance of Greater Akron
When it is time to call in the pros, where do you begin? Each architect or contractor has his or her own style, approach to design and methods of work. So it is important to find a professional who understands exactly what you want and can deliver. Attend this session and learn how to ask the right questions and navigate this critical relationship.
Please contact the Science & Technology Division at 330-643-9075 or
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to reserve a seat in any of these classes. All classes are free and open to the public.
Free parking is available on Saturdays in the High/Market Street deck.