Summit County Leaders Offer Hands-On Digital Safety Workshop to Help Residents Outsmart Scams

Barberton, OH — Summit County officials are teaming up to help residents fight back against online fraud with a free, interactive event this weekend focused on digital safety and scam prevention. On Saturday, June 14 , from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM , County Executive Ilene Shapiro , Prosecutor Elliot Kolkovich , Sheriff Kandy Fatheree , and County Councilwoman Bethany McKenney will host the Outsmart the Scam Workshop at Barberton Middle School (477 4th Street NW, Barberton). The two-hour event includes three tailored breakout sessions from 10:30 to 11:30 AM , allowing attendees to learn based on their comfort level with technology: Digital Basics – For beginners Elevate Your Digital Skills – For intermediate users Exploring Advanced Tech – For advanced users Each session will be led by digital navigators from the Akron Metropolitan Housing Authority (AMHA) , with support from Fairlawn Gig and the Summit County Office of Information Technology . After the sessions, an optional Q&A from 11:30 AM to Noon will give attendees time for personalized, one-on-one support. Pre-registration is encouraged but not required. Attendees who register in advance will be entered to win a 4-pack of tickets to the Akron Zoo . To register, visit: https://tinyurl.com/OutsmartJune14 This initiative is part of the County’s ongoing commitment to digital equity, public safety, and community engagement. Event Details What: Outsmart the Scam Workshop When: Saturday, June 14, 2025 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Where: Barberton Middle School | 477 4th Street NW, Barberton, OH Register: https://tinyurl.com/OutsmartJune14