Good morning, Akron.

Dave Chappelle will perform at Rocket Arena on Tuesday, June 16 — the show enforces a strict no cell phones policy that requires phones to be left in cars or locked away.

Tickets and details can be found online.

Hale Farm & Village will host a Juneteenth event (featuring a portrayal of Harriet Tubman at the Meetinghouse on Friday, June 19 at 1 p.m.) as part of America 250; the program runs June 17-20 with hands-on activities from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and admission fees apply.

Akron launched a violence intervention program (Jun.

12) designed to reduce community violence through local partnerships. City officials said the program will offer early intervention and support to residents to help prevent future incidents.

Coach Jason Herblet discussed CVCA baseball's historic season in a video today—highlighting that the Royals made it to state for the first time and marking a milestone for the program.

Allison Hay (58.16% of the vote) from Tallmadge track and Colt Andrews (53.32% of the vote) from Archbishop Hoban baseball were named Akron-Area Athletes of the Week for June 1-7 after 26,142 votes were cast; they will appear on Beaconjournal next Tuesday.

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.

R&B Sing-Along Night at House Three Thirty

7:30-11 p.m. — House Three Thirty — General Admission — Enjoy a lively R&B sing-along led by DJ Mr. King with food and drink options available.

Star Spangled Bangerz 3

9 p.m.-3 a.m. — The Vortex — Refunds available up to 7 days before — Akron's annual 4th of July bash featuring M8TRX and more!