08.22-08.29.12
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This is more like it. It used to be, Cleveland was waiting around for the old white guys to make the decisions and make something happen. Well, when this place was home to a bunch of Fortune 500s, they could get away with that. But those days are gone like the setting sun. Now, it’s all out, all the time, for everyone. Entrepreneurs, artists. Anyone with a good idea. No waiting in line. No asking permission. And no one to blame. Now it’s up to you.Like the Bridge Project that CUDC and others are studying for development of the Detroit-Superior bridge, where IngenuityFest took place for the last couple of years. This week, you can offer your thoughts on cool possibilities. Contemplate the future that’s already here with “Where’s My Jetpack” at Breakneck Gallery. Discover today’s history with a walking tour & sidewalk sale up on Coventry. Party with birds, beasts, brats & beers to help CMNH. Or keep it eclectic with performance art in Tremont’s Lincoln Park with AllGoSigns. Keep it on “GO” with Cool Cleveland’s mobile app. We’re all in. –Thomas Mulready
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It’s a bridge. It’s a road. It’s a landmark. It’s history. And if the Cleveland Urban Design Collaborative (CUDC) has its way, it will be so much more.
The CUDC and others are working hard to re-open the lower level of the Detroit-Superior Bridge for bicycle and pedestrian use and as a public space and possible performance venue. Now they want your help…
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Introducing the BookBox Hey, what’s that box in the corner of Market Square? It’s none other than CPL’s new mini-library, conveniently stationed in the Market District.
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SPONSORED: Flipping for Fluffy Flapjacks! Don’t miss United Way of Greater Cleveland’s Campaign Kickoff and Pancake Flip on Thu 8/30 on Public Square from 7-10AM. Pancakes, sausages and orange juice are only $5, complimentary coffee on-site, plus $5 Bakers Square gift cards FREE for the first 3,000 breakfasts! Delivery available to downtown offices. Announcement of 2012 Campaign Goal at 8AM. More info: 216-436-2121 or mbattle@unitedwaycleveland.org.
Tri-C Alum Ange Grandinetti enjoys an Alumni & Friends Association event at a Cleveland Indians game, and talks about the great education she received.
“I loved it at Tri-C. It was great. The professors there were really nice, very helpful. A lot of friendly faces there.”
What would she say to other Tri-C alums who are thinking about signing up for the Tri-C Alumni & Friends Association: “Sign up, because it’s super fun!”
If you’re a Tri-C alum and you’d like to attend cool alumni events like this one, sign up for free: Tri-C.edu/alumni.
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SPONSORED: Got Green? From Lakewood to Mexico On Fri 9/7, culinary superstar Steve Schimoler of Crop Bistro & Bar serves it up at the Lakewood Community Services Center community garden, with Kristine Jackson & KJ Blues & two raffles: 2 RT tix & a 4 day stay at Tulum Riveria Maya in Mexico, or a private 7 course dinner for 2 at Crop. Info: here. Tickets: here.
Get Lost in the giant 3-acre corn maze at Farmpark. Can you find your way out? Trivia questions will provide assistance, if needed.
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WED 8/22
IdeaMensch Cleveland We all have ideas, but how many of those are actually brought to fruition? Be inspired & gain knowledge in making your ideas into realities on Wed 8/22. Local speakers, indie spirit & a lot of motivation.
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THU 8/23
Birds, Beasts, Brats & Beers A nature party @ CMNH complete with — what else? — birds (owls?), beasts, complimentary brats & Great Lakes beer on Thu 8/23.
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FRI 8/24
Roar Along the Shore Local bands will provide the soundtrack for this cruise/party on Lake Erie, taking off on Fri 8/24. Take in the views while giving Dredgers Union a proper goodbye.
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SAT 8/25
AllGoSigns in the Park Bring a blanket & park yourself in Lincoln Park on Sat 8/25 for an eclectic environment of music & performance art courtesy of AllGoSigns. Free, artsy, outdoors.
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SPONSORED: There are two Cleveland Orchestra broadcasts each weekend on WCLV 104.9. This Sat 8/25 at 8PM, James Feddeck conducts TCO Youth Orchestra in the Dvorak Violin Concerto. On Sun 8/26 at 4PM, Mitsuko Uchida conducts two wonderful Mozart Piano Concertos, Nos. 9 and 21, from the keyboard. WCLV.com
SUN 8/26
Patiopalooza All day outdoor party on the B-Side Liquor Lounge’s patio w/ DJs, grilling, summer-y drinks and more fun fun fun on Sun 8/26. Party… summer ain’t over just yet.
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MON 8/27
CLUE: The Musical @ Beck Ctr Mr. Boddy has been murdered… but with what tool? In which room? See this benefit performance, based on the classic Parker Bros game, on Mon 8/27. One night only!
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TUE 8/28
The Next New Thing Challenge Do you have the next great idea for NEO? Submit yours & you could be invited to the Tue 8/28 session @ the Bizdom office. Must be invited to attend, so send your ideas today.
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WED 8/29
Oh, WOW… Can you believe summer’s almost over?? Better get to the last Wade Oval Wednesday, which is TODAY. Hear blues & rock from the Soul Men, Blues Brothers Tribute.
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The fifth annual Sin & Skin variety show will turn heads on the Peabody’s main stage on Sat 8/25, for one night only.
See RW MAGIC perform tricks that will leave you scratching your head for days on end. Watch Mark Angelo juggle fire! Watch him juggle knives! Watch him play songs on his Roland TD 9 by juggling balls onto the keys…
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The runaway success of the Horseshoe Casino, unfortunately, has had one unintended negative consequence: It caused the closing of Nautica Charity Poker, the Flats operation that put thousands of dollars into the coffers of local 501c3 organizations over the years…
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Quick previews & reviews of recent events
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REVIEW: A Wonderful Experience @ Blossom by Roy Berko
REVIEW: MILK MILK LEMONADE – Heavy on Laughs, Light on Message by Roy Berko
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REVIEW: Wanna Feel Somethin’ by Mary Bridget Davies I saw Mary Bridget at Playhouse last week and she was phenomenal. Even though Janis has been dead for almost 42 years I’m convinced I saw Janis in concert just last week….
Read the comment from Bill Rucki here
ROLDO: Prove Your Passion Mr. Jackson, Mr. Kasich Will the Lerners have to pay capital-gains tax on the sale of the Browns? Will that tax go to the IRS? And Columbus? To anyone else?…
Read the comment from Eric here
Is there any non-elected scumbag who has assisted more in screwing over the children of Cleveland then Fred Nance? Joe Roman, perhaps?…
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MANSFIELD: A Call for More Mass Shootings I thought (even though I do not necessarily agree some points) that this was a very interesting article, until the very end. The closing paragraph is so ridiculous and convoluted it makes me sick….
Read the comment from Michael Czyrba here
I have to agree with Mansfield. Take a look at the stop and frisk policies of the New York police, targeted specifically at blacks. That behavior would never be tolerated in white neighborhoods…
Read the comment from Wayne Kuznar here
Mansfield, you are the hypocrite in this case. What about all the shootings which are PREVENTED by citizens using firearms? Just last month a 71-year old man took down two thugs who had threatened to shoot all the people in a bank. I suppose he should have let them kill 30 or so in order to get in the papers on the front page….
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Most clicked
Here are the Top 5 most clicked links from last week’s issue, with one more chance for you to click.
1) Nature’s Bin/Cornucopia Partners With TJ Maxx, Jo-Ann Fabrics, and others
2) Lakewood Neighborhood Bottle hits the shelves
3) MANSFIELD: A Call for More Mass Shootings
4) VIDEO: One Night With Janis Joplin and Mary Bridget Davies
5) ROLDO: Prove Your Passion Mr. Jackson, Mr. Kasich
Our writers never stop. Roy Berko, Martin Bielat, Mansfield Frazier, Hollie Gibbs and Sarah Valek… we salute you. And lastly, though certainly not least, thanks to our readers and everyone who partners with us. Want to volunteer and contribute your writing to Cool Cleveland? Send your reviews, articles, or story ideas to: Events@CoolCleveland.com.
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