Good morning, Akron.

Families can celebrate Father's Day in Akron with free dad admission at Akron Zoo and Cleveland Metroparks Zoo and a free Fishing Derby today at Firestone Metro Park.

Additional events include car shows at Stan Hywet Hall and Hale Farm Village plus a RubberDucks game on Sunday, June 21.

Tallmadge native Jon Lampley, who spent 11 years on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, is launching his new album, Notes to Self, on Friday, June 26; the genre-blending record (featuring a cameo from Stephen Colbert) promises to bring joyful music to listeners.

Drivers from Akron heading downtown will face a closed I-90 eastbound ramp to East Ninth Street after June 29 as part of ODOT’s project to reconfigure the exit.

ODOT advises using the Ontario Street exit and Carnegie Avenue; the ramp closure lasts through October while related improvements continue until 2032.

Three Akron-area women founded The Healing Sanctuary to offer free, two-day retreats for adult cancer survivors (in active treatment or within two years post-treatment); the program has served about 45 women and has a waiting list of over 200, with local donations and volunteer efforts sustaining the experience.

Akron native LeBron James led the Cleveland Cavaliers to overcome a 3-1 deficit and claim the 2016 NBA championship after Draymond Green’s suspension, amid comments from Klay Thompson (adding extra fire to the comeback).

The series set records with James averaging 37 points and Irving scoring 30.

Cuyahoga Valley Christian Academy baseball player Zac Anderson earned the Akron-Area Athlete of the Week honor for June 8-14 after receiving 58.24% of 1,159 votes on June 19; he went 2-for-3 in a Division III semifinal loss to Columbus Bishop Watterson.

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!

Parade The Musical

2:30-5:30 p.m. — Weathervane Playhouse — Tickets from $64 — Experience the unforgettable live musical Parade in Akron.

Space Exploration Camp

9 a.m. to 5 p.m. — Akron Fossils & Science Center — Fees apply — Discover the exciting history of the space race through interactive activities and learning.