Good morning, Akron.

Teena Steere, CEO and co-owner of Crafty Steere, announced plans for a new location at 222 S.

Main St. in Akron that will soon offer a creative dining experience, with more details (including opening timeline) expected soon.

Actor David Arquette will appear in Akron for a 30th anniversary screening of Scream at E.J.

Thomas Performing Arts Hall on Wednesday, Oct. 21 at 7:30 p.m. Fans can join a live conversation with Q&A (VIP tickets offer a post-show photo opportunity) if available.

Families are invited to explore polymer science at Polymer Palooza on Saturday, June 6 at the Akron Children’s Museum and Lock 3.

The free event offers interactive STEM experiments (live demonstrations, games, and mascots) to inspire young minds about future careers.

Students at Jennings CLC helped design a schoolyard playground called The Bowl next to the school in North Hill.

Akron Public Schools and Trust for Public Land plan to break ground next year and complete the $300,000 project in December (2027).

A new veterans housing village will be built at Exeter Road and Ericsson Avenue to offer 10 one bedroom homes at affordable rent, following a $250,000 funding approval by City Council.

A groundbreaking ceremony for the project is scheduled for June 25.

Browns GM Andrew Berry confirmed Monday that Myles Garrett was traded to the Rams for DE Jared Verse and three future draft picks (pending player physicals) during a media availability at Firestone Country Club in Akron.

Live coverage is set for 10 a.m.

Vote for the Akron-Area High School Athlete of the Week (one boy and one girl) for May 25–31.

Voting ends at 5 p.m. Thursday, June 4, and winners will be announced Friday morning.

Seven local high school teams (Archbishop Hoban, CVCA, Highland, Hudson, Norton, STVM and Walsh Jesuit) are competing in OHSAA regional semifinals this week, with games today at Gilmour Academy, Oberlin's Dill Field and The Ballpark at Hudson and Tuesday's Norton contest in Canton setting up Thursday finals.

St. Vincent-St. Mary High School hired Mark Hassman as its new athletic director on Tuesday, June 2, replacing Kyle Sasala when he left for GlenOak.

Hassman brings over 30+ years of sports leadership experience to strengthen the school’s athletic program.

R&B Sing-Along at House Three Thirty

7:30-11 p.m. — House Three Thirty — General admission with VIP upgrades available — Enjoy a lively R&B sing-along with DJ Mr. King and exclusive seating options.

Kids’ Pokémon Club

6-7 p.m. — Canal Fulton Public Library — Free registration required — Calling all Pokémon Trainers for a fun meet-up bringing cards and camaraderie.

Sow and Grow Festival

10 a.m.-4 p.m. — Hale Farm & Village — $15 adults, $8 children — Experience a 19th-century farm with historic crafts, plant sales, and local artisan goods.

Akron Epilepsy Support Group

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Fairlawn Kiwanis Community Center — Free entry — Connect with others in the Akron area to share experiences and strategies for managing epilepsy.

Grease at Porthouse Theatre

8:00 – 10:30 PM — Porthouse Theatre — Tickets vary — Experience the lively musical ‘Grease’ bringing back the spirit of Rydell High’s Class of 1959.

Chevy Terrill Stand-Up Comedy Show

6-7:30 p.m. — The Killbox Comedy Club — Tickets available — Enjoy a night of laughter with local comedian Chevy Terrill, who brings humor to life with a unique perspective.

Family Storytime at the Library

10:30 – 11:30 AM — Northwest Akron Branch Library — Free entry — Experience a delightful morning of storytelling and learning for families in the community.

Parade

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Weathervane Playhouse — Tickets starting at $95 — Experience the unforgettable live performance of Parade in Akron, OH.

Live Music with Teddy Rob

6-9 p.m. — The Piazza at Gervasi Vineyard — Cost info not provided — Experience the rising country star Teddy Robb as he performs in a beautiful vineyard setting.

Canton Comedy Boom Variety Show

8-9:30 p.m. — Canton Comedy Boom — $16.50 online / $20 at door — Experience a high-energy mix of stand-up, sketch, improv, and musical comedy featuring talented local performers.