Good morning, Akron.

Akron is hosting National Night Out events today in every ward with local venues scheduled between 4:00 and 8:30 p.m. + the events aim to build strong ties between the community and police and help deter crime.

Today, Pav's Creamery launches Lawson's Chip Dip Ice Cream at all locations with pre-packaged pints that include a bag of Gold'n Crisp chips for $8.50 each — each location will sell only 100 pints.

The bold new flavor, inspired by a viral local trend, will be available for a limited time only.

The City of Akron said small businesses in 13 Great Streets Neighborhood Business Districts may apply for two grants — one for business work and one for building improvements — with money provided by Community Development Block Grants.

Applications must be sent by Sept. 30, and more than $2 million has been awarded since 2018.

A preseason vote for the Akron-area's surprise high school football team of 2025 is open until 5 p.m. Aug.

7 — the poll features 11 teams and the winner will be announced on Aug. 8.

All the Many

7-9 p.m. — Mercedes Neighborhood Tavern — Free entry — Discover a new band performing a diverse arrangement of music.

Live Music with Ben Clark

6:30-9:00 p.m. — Maize Valley Winery & Craft Brewery — Wine and beer available — Enjoy live music outdoors while sipping on refreshing drinks.

FREE Summer Parks Concert at Lock 3

7:30-9 p.m. — Lock 3 Park — Free entry — Enjoy a night of beautiful music performed by the Akron Symphony Orchestra in the heart of Akron's great outdoors.

Afternoon Ninja Activity

12:30-4 p.m. — Super Ninja World — Pricing info not specified — Engage in super fun ninja activities designed for ages 6-14.

Forgotten History Forum Series

6-8 p.m. — Akron-Summit County Public Library — Free admission — Discover the gripping history of the Mercury spacesuit crafted in Akron and its impact on space exploration.

Stretch Social with Flo

6-7:30 p.m. — Lone Spruce Area for Sand Run Metro Park — Free entry — Unwind and reconnect with a gentle outdoor stretch session for all bodies.

City of Invention Concert

7 PM - 1 AM — The Rialto Theatre — Tickets available — Experience heartfelt lyrics and soulful harmonies from local indie bands.

LITFRANK Live in Akron, OH

7 PM – 12 AM — The Vortex — Meet & greets available — Experience an unforgettable night with LITFRANK and a lineup of rising stars in alt-rap and hip-hop.

PorchROKR Music Festival

3-11 p.m. — Highland Square Neighborhood — Free entry — Experience a vibrant outdoor music festival with diverse regional talent and a lively atmosphere.

Girls Volleyball Triple Header

4:30-9:38 p.m. — Akron Firestone — Support your local teams in an exciting evening of volleyball action.