04.22-04.29.15
Love and Food
Let’s just assume we all love each other. Better yet, let’s assume we all need to eat. And hunger is all around us, in the city, in the suburbs. Jason Weiner is doing something about it with All You Need Is Love (And Food), a mini-Beatles fest to benefit Trinity Lakewood Community Outreach, and their hot meal program.We love the way Jeff Blanchard keeps his comedy mojo alive. After founding 2 improv groups, this week he performs at the Comedy Improv Alliance. This week’s Pecha Kucha focuses on food, and Ramp Up Peninsula honors the humble ramp. We love sneaking you into Near West Theatre’s new space, on the eve of their first production. And while KSU is building a new Center for Visual Arts, we clue you in on the benefit auction that will help pay for it.
Celebrate Arbor Day all over town all week. Go on a literary bar crawl. Or swing dancing in the Slovenian Workman’s Home. How about a Party for the Planet or Poetry in the Woods? How ready are you for a killer internship this summer? Because CoolCleveland would love to have you.–Thomas Mulready
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“It literally all came together in my head in a flash,” says Jason Weiner of his idea three years ago to find those willing to donate an hour set and perform for the individuals and families who were coming in to eat at the community hot meal hosted by Trinity Lakewood Community Outreach.
For this year’s event, on Sat 4/25, The Bevy In Birdtown (the newly renovated Winchester) will offer food and drinks available for purchase, and a raffle to raise funds, with items donated from the Rock Hall, Beat Cycles, Jammy Buggars, Beck Center for the Arts, the Happy Dog, Taco Tontos, Don’s Lighthouse, Trader Joe’s and more.
Performances of Beatles music will range from a solo guitarist or duo to full band, offering both traditional and experimental arrangements, featuring members of The Lakewood Project, Mike Uva, Jim Kozel, Andrej Cuturic, Rachel Shortt, Beth Woyshville, Carol Procas, Jay Bentoff, Desmond & Molly, members of the BW Beatles, and many more.
When Italian Joe DiMaggio and Jew Hank Greenberg became superstars in baseball in the 1930’s and 40’s, no one did more to change our attitudes about what it means to be an American.
Co-curator Ivy Weingram walks us through this fascinating and relevant look at how baseball has helped us redefine our perception of our culture. The exhibition, on display through 09.07.15, features interactive iPad interviews, a life-size hands-on video game, films and over 145 rare artifacts.
Kids! What’s a Bike-a-Palooza? Gear up your kids with some smart biking tips, and proper safety guidelines by attending the Chagrin Falls Bike-A-Palooza on Sat 4/25. Hosted by the Chagrin Falls Police Department and Safe Routes Chagrin, with a bike tune-up station by Geigers. Click here for more Cool Cleveland Kids events
Ever since OneCommunity’s [R]IoT Regional Summit, big data has been the hot topic of conversation for the past couple weeks. With such an infinite idea, obviously there’s tons of ground to cover. However, a unique perspective was brought to CoolCleveland’s attention by Matt Hoover, from Embedded Planet.
Embedded Planet specializes in the extraction of data collected by utilities, like medical devices, pumps or sensors. Turning data from intangible, to tangible is the name of their game, and Matt was certainly excited to share his company’s prospects at the luncheon. Check out the CoolCleveland exclusive video, and catch up on the topics!
He founded Cabaret Dada and Something Dada Improv Comedy. He worked his way up slowly, until he until headlined at The Cleveland Improv.
Now considered one of the funniest comedians in Cleveland, and a favorite in clubs across the country, Jeff Blanchard will be performing on Sat 4/25 at The Comedy Project Alliance in Mayfield Village. His shows are fast -paced, physical and unpredictable. And he insists that his greatest skill is finding a Chinese buffet in nearly every city that he performs in…
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NE Ohio folk rockers the Speedbumps really began to attract attention with their third album, released a year and a half ago. They’re back with an even more accomplished disc. They’ve added two members but crafted a subtler and more delicate sound. They’ll celebrate with a show at the Beachland. Sat 4/25.
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Born in Israel to Ethiopian Jewish refugees, singer Ester Rada grew up in a whirlwind of culture influences. After finishing a mandatory tour in the Israeli army, she worked as an actress, then returned to her first love: music. Rada cites strong influences from early 20th century soul power women Nina Simone, Ella Fitzgerald and Aretha Franklin, as well as more contemporary black divas including Eryka Badu, Lauryn Hill and Jill Scott.
Described as “gracefully combining Ethio-Jazz funk, soul and r&b, with mixed undertones of black grooves,” Tri-C JazzFest celebrates International Jazz Day Thu 4/30 by bringing Rada’s world sound to the Hanna Theatre.
Ramps are the first new crop you’ll see in farmers markets in the spring. A member of the onion family, it shares a warm, pungent taste and aroma with its cousin. Learn more – and do some tasting – at Ramp Up Peninsula, a festival devoted to all things ramps. Sat 4/25.
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Follow along (if you can) as Near West Theatre’s Artistic Director Bob Navis walks us through their amazing new theatre in Gordon Square.
Along the way, he discusses his process in working with folks of all ages from around the region to discover their own voice, and create meaningful art that helps us define who we are as a community.
Kent State University is building a new Center for the Visual Arts to house all of the art disciplines under one roof for the first time in KSU history. To help raise funds, there will be a series of art auctions to assist with rasiing money for the new project, which means you can contribute and be part of this history making event, staring at William Busta Gallery on Thu 4/23.
“In addition to donations from current School of Art faculty members such as Martin Ball, Gianna Committo, Paul O’Keefe, Michael Loderstedt, Darice Polo, there are some pieces being included from the School’s permanent collection, including a Calder, two Lichtensteins, an Andy Warhol and a Rauschenberg,” says Jenifer Warren, associate director of Advancement of KSU’s College of the Arts. “Additional pieces are also from School of Art emeriti faculty such as Cleveland Arts Prize winner Brinsley Tyrell and Arts Prize winner alumna Liz Maugans of Zygote Press.
WED 4/22
British folksinger Joan Armatrading hasn’t toured much in her more than four decade career and she’s saying this tour will be her last. You have a rare chance to catch her at the Kent Stage.
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THU 4/23
Gilgamesh, the earliest epic literary work comes alive with the members of WordStage, who animate written works of literature and history through staged readings, with five actors portraying the various human and supernatural characters. Plus, Cleveland-based percussionist Paul Stranahan will accompany the performance, which takes place at Lakewood PL’s main branch.
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FRI 4/24
Bluegrass, Swing & Old-Time means unpretentious fun, skilled musicianship and homey vibes at Peninsula’s G.A.R. Hall with the Crooked River Stompers.
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SAT 4/25
Rhythm & Wheels In a first-of-its-kind production from one of Cleveland’s most innovative dance companies, the Dancing Wheels Company joins forces with Elec Simon, world percussionist from the popular Off-Broadway show STOMP.
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SUN 4/26
Lyle Lovett and John Hiatt are two of the most respected roots music songwriters. Here them perform an acoustic show together, singing and telling stories, at the Akron Civic Theatre.
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MON 4/27
Neighborhood Night, gives North Collinwood residents a chance to hang out and listen to some of the growing number of musicians who are moving into the area around Waterloo Road. Enjoy bluesy rockers Moko Bovo, fronted by singer/harmonica player Dan Bode, who have revived the ensemble that was popular around town in the late ’80s and early-mid ’90s.
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TUE 4/28
When Andrew W.K. first hit the scene with his dated, over-the-top party rock in 2001, it was hard to know if he was serious or not. He wasn’t entirely. He’s creatively used avenues such as lecturing, motivational speaking, TV appearances, writing and producing to build a diverse career in and outside of music. He’ll bring his solo show to the Grog Shop.
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WED 4/29
Party of Five’s theme song “Closer to Free” by the Bodeans will no doubt be a highlight when they step onto the Kent Stage with legendary drummer Kenny Aronoff.
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