Business Spotlight: Kavé Coffee Bar

Kavé Coffee Bar has been a Barberton treasure since it opened its doors to our community in 2014. Locally-owned, Kavé is in the heart of the Magic City’s arts and entertainment district. Visit for Thursday Open Mic nights, enjoy local performers, or stop by for their monthly art display! They are all about building community through great drinks, pastries, and a space to gather and connect with others. Kavé has even partnered with Barberton City School District to deliver coffee to staff! Make sure to stop by and order up a delicious treat!

Submit Your 2025 Walk of Fame Nominations!

Have you submitted a nomination yet for the City of Barberton Walk of Fame? The Walk of Fame Committee is accepting submissions through June 13, 2025. The criteria for receiving a star consists of professional achievement, longevity in the City and contributions to...

Barberton’s 36-acre Industrial Site Creates New Opportunity

We are pleased to announce that through a collaborative effort with the Barberton Community Foundation and with Summit County Executive Ilene Shapiro and her team, $350,000 was acquired from ODOT for the Newell Street Industrial project. In 2022, the Barberton...

Celebrating Christmas in July With BACM and The Salvation Army

It was a wonderful summer of giving back in Barberton. We are humbled by the generosity of our community's support for our Christmas in July food drive! Thank you to everyone who donated to Barberton Area Community Ministries and the Salvation Army. Each gift will...