Wine Party at the Akron Art Museum

Forget the formalwear. You can come as you are to Grape Expectations!, the casual wine and food tasting in the grand lobby of the Akron Art Museum (at 1 South High St.). Wine, beer, and other spirits will be served along with bites from Akron-area restaurants like VegiTerranean, Sushi on the Roll, and Café Bricco. If you'd like to take some wine home with you, there'll be a silent auction of wines and other items donated by area businesses. Proceeds benefit the museum's education program, providing tours for schoolkids. It runs from 6 to 9 p.m. Tickets are $50 for museum members, $75 for non-members — but that includes a one-year membership. Call 330-376-9186 ext. 222 or go to akronartmuseum.org for more information. — Pantsios