Kenny Averiett is a writer, committee member for the Highland SquarePorchRokr Music & Arts Festival and runs the DIY music venue,Oakdale House, in Akron.
He and his housemate,Adam Bonomo, hosted their first house show back from the pandemic shutdowns this August.
Averiett said the Akron DIY community members joined together to determine the best path forward for resuming in-person events at small, independent spaces.
New protocols like proof of vaccination checks and limited-capacity shows have become the new normal for the area’s DIY venues.
Oakdale House’s next event will be an all-acoustic show Friday, Nov. 19. Follow the house show venue’sFacebook page for details and updates.
