You don't have to go farther than West Market Street in Akron. A half-dozen antique shops are across from the Tangier restaurant. I recently parked in the metered parking lot that the city of Akron provided to compensate for banning parking on the busy thoroughfare. Privately owned parking is also available in the rear. The place is jam-packed with things people didn't throw away.
Fairgrounds keep active Many fairgrounds rent facilities for flea markets and antique shows.
The Geauga County Fairgrounds north of the square in Burton has an oldie-goodie. The 1997 Burton Antique Market will be June 7 and Sept. 13. Dealers now encircle the harness racing track. The next monthly Akron Antique Market at the Summit County Fairgrounds in Tallmadge will be Saturday and next Sunday. Hours are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. both days.