PeaceMakers has grown to well over 100 young people from Akron who have made a commitment to making a difference in their community through their involvement in various programs and activities.

"This group of youngsters has so impressed me," said Mayor Plusquellic.   "The reception to this program from our kids and their parents has been enthusiastic, and the Teen Expo is a new idea this year to step up our recruitment even more."

The Akron PeaceMakers 2009 Teen Expo is Thursday, August 13 from 5-9 p.m. at Lock 3 Park on South Main Street next to the Akron Civic Theatre. It is free for teens 13 years old and up, according to Billy Soule, assistant to the mayor for community relations.

Soule says teens can have fun and learn at the same time at the Expo. "We have information on important health issues for kids, community safety, financial literacy, community service, education and special workshops we call ‘How to Survive High School’, and ‘College 101’," he said. (Expo Flyer)

Local experts in the various fields will be featured speakers at the Teen Expo. There is also time for fun Thursday, according to Soule, who says there’ll be music, dancing and special entertainment for the teens including Detroit’s Core Dance Group and the Firestone Steppers.

Sponsored by the City of Akron and Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company, Akron PeaceMakers will offer those interested more information at 330 375 2712 and www.akronpeacemakers.org.

END