Good morning, Akron.

Remedy Church hosts Legacy Weekend on Saturday, June 13 at Cascade Plaza to unite Akron men with free food, speakers, and community support.

The event offers resources like mentorship, mental health, and recovery programs (including local organizations) plus a raffle for haircuts, shoes, clothes, and gas cards.

Buchtel community members supported Principal LaCresia Denson at a school board meeting on June 8, urging officials to retain her amid years of frequent leadership changes (staffing decisions for next year are still under review).

The Akron Fire Department advised drivers to avoid East Avenue after a gas leak closed the I-76/77 overpass from Rosamond Avenue to Morse Street yesterday as crews worked to contain it.

Tonya Essick (Mama T) of The Plannerz Place Eatery in Akron shared her popular four-cheese macaroni and cheese recipe Tuesday, June 9 at Northside Marketplace.

The dish mixes mozzarella, Colby jack, mild cheddar and Velveeta to meet growing family and friend demand.

Local high school sports fans can vote until 5 p.m. Thursday, June 11, for honorees who performed during June 1-7.

Winners, one girl and one boy, will be announced on Friday, June 12 (BeaconJournal.com).

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.

Preschool Field Day

11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. — Northwest Akron Branch Library — Free entry — Enjoy outdoor lawn games and water activities at this family-friendly event.