10.12-10.19.2016 Foodish

10.12-10.19.16
Foodish

Fall offers a bounty of everything good around here. Worth one’s salt: Lakewood’s LEAF hosting Harvest Fest, GLT presenting the moveable feast that is Twelfth Night, Harvest Bell Farm offering fresh, local, sustainably raised and grown delicacies at their Autumn Brunch on the Farm, or beekeeping at the RRNC.

Much to the community’s dismay, Nature’s Bin finds themselves in a pickle, and closes their retail produce market after 41 years, while maintaining their mission to train the developmentally disabled. Which reminds us to support the people and projects we love, lest they bite the dust. So shut your cake hole and head to the 11th annual 12 Nights of Terror, or eat, drink and be Mary with the Hump Film Festival, both at the Capitol.

You could be the toast of the town by bidding on a statue of the candidate who’s one sandwich short of a picnic. You could enjoy the roots of American music when the magisterial Roger Hoover unleashes his new release at the G.A.R. Hall. Or tip your porkpie hat to Johnny Cash with the Rock Hallers. Or get it for free in the Circle at RootsFest.

Not your cup of tea? New Cleveland music ensemble could curry your favor. The Spooky Pooch Parade might be worth your salt. And piping hot adopted son Ian Hunter certainly rocks Cleveland at 77, still full of piss & vinegar.

Whet your appetite on three Mansfield columns on the upcoming election. Early voting starts today, and we endorse Ted Strickland for US Senate, rather than his red-meat baiting opponent. Remember: you are what you eat. –Thomas Mulready

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Ted Strickland for U.S. Senate

Sadly, money talks too loudly in politics. In the Ohio U.S. Senate race between Democrat Ted Strickland and Republican Rob Portman, it’s screaming at the top of its lungs.

Strickland led the polls for a year, and then the NRA, U.S. Chamber of Commerce and others swooped in and drowned him in money. Missing from the discussion: Portman’s awful, far-right voting record. Strickland would be a far better representative for ordinary Ohioans.

Plumbing American Roots

Singer/songwriter/guitarist Roger Hoover made a mark in the local music scene with his bands the Whiskeyhounds and Magpies and his solo acoustic shows. Now he’s hoping to expand his reach with his new album Pastures.

Hoover talks to CoolCleveland’s John Benson about where he’s hoping the new album takes him. He’ll be marking his release with a show at Peninsula’s G.A.R. Hall. Sat 10/15.

SPONSORED: Tri-C Welcomes Buena Vista Social Club’s Omara Portuondo The Tri-C Presents Performing Arts Series brings Cuban singer Omara Portuondo, from the legendary Buena Vista Social Club, to Lakewood Civic Auditorium at 7PM on Sun 10/23. The Omara Portuondo 85 Tour celebrates the diva’s 85th birthday with special guests Roberto Fonseca, Anat Cohen and Regina Carter. Tickets and information here.

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Food on the Farm

Devotees of fresh, local, sustainably raised and grown food will be in heaven at the “Autumn Brunch on the Farm” at Harvest Bell Farm, a family farm in Geauga County.

There Cleveland Field Kitchen will prepare a meal outdoors over an open fire from things, using ingredient straight from the farm. Guests will get a tour of the farm as well. Kendall Embrescia-Hridel tells us about the meal and the farm. Sun 10/16.

It Will Swallow Your Soul!

The Capitol Theatre wants to scare your pants off with its 7th annual all-night horror movie marathon on Sat 10/15. This year’s spooky line-up includes showings of Evil Dead 2, Drag Me to Hell, Piranha 3D, Pieces, Trick ‘r Treat, Re-Animator, plus a surprise secret screening! Admission includes continental breakfast.
Click here for tickets. No one under 18 admitted!

The Food of Love

Great Lakes Theater is taking on one of Shakespeare’s most popular comedies, Twelfth Night, which incorporates most of the elements he’s known for.

Elsa Johnson & Victor Lucas talked to GLT’s producing artistic director Charles Fee and show director Drew Barr to learn how they approached this stage workhorse. Read additional reviews by Roy Berko and Laura Kennelly. Through Sun 10/30.

SPONSORED: An American Epic Angels in America, Part Two: Perestroika, directed by Scott Plate follows the highly praised fall 2015 run of Angels, Part One. Baldwin Wallace University presents the conclusion of Tony Kushner’s award-winning epic of American theatre, a work of stunning imagination, rich humor and profound feeling. Performances run Wed 10/19 – Sat 10/22 at 7:30PM. Information and tickets.

A Naked Man in Your Home

Cash in your savings and get ready to bid! You could be the proud owner of that naked statue of the Republican presidential candidate that briefly graced Cleveland Heights’ Coventry Road. Thanks to the artist, this work of art (?) is being auctioned off by Heights Arts to benefit arts programs which will hopefully produce something you could take home and not frighten your pets. Thu 10/28.

SPONSORED: Do you have student loans? Did you know that you may be eligible to restructure your student loan debt and improve your financial outlook? Cleveland Public Library has partnered with College Now Greater Cleveland to educate adults about student loan solutions available through the U. S. Department of Education’s Student Loan Restructuring programs. CPL.org.

Keeping the Tales Spinning

Talespinner Children’s Theatre’s annual benefit Harlequinade is two two TWO big parties in one. Adults can come Saturday evening for a preview of an upcoming show, drinks, food, dancing and more. The whole family is invited Sunday for an ice cream social. Sat 10/15-Sun 10/16.

* Explore the “Mysteries of the Museum” at the Cleveland Museum of Art’s Family Game Night. Fri 10/14.

* Gadzooks! is a morning of music and art fun at the Peninsula Art Academy. Sat 10/15.

Click here for more CoolCleveland Kids events

SPONSORED: Autumn Awaits in Ashtabula County! Let the sweet smell of ripening grapes fill your senses as you travel through the Grand River Valley wine country in Ashtabula County. Reach for apples at one of our fruit farms, pick a pumpkin at our farmer’s markets, sip award winning wines at our wineries. Up for a little scare? Test your limits at our haunted winery and corn maze. Discover covered bridges & barn quilts while taking in the colorful fall foliage of Ashtabula County.
VisitAshtabulaCounty.com.

Fall provides a bounty of locally grown seasonal produce for those cool-weather comfort foods. Lakewood’s LEAF Community is hosting its Harvest Fest to share the edible wealth. Thu 10/13.

* After 41 years, Nature’s Bin, the nonprofit healthy-food grocery in Lakewood, closes its doors. John Benson talks to executive director Nancy Peppler to learn what happened and what’s in the organization’s future.

Read more of CoolCleveland’s picks for Eats and Drinks.

SPONSORED: Gorge Yourself on Music at The Kent Stage with Jim Messina, Rickie Lee Jones, Rumer Willis, An Evening With George Winston, Pure Prarie League and The Empty Pockets, Carl Palmer’s ELP Legacy, Rhettt Miller & Joe Purdy, Esperanza Spalding Presents: EMILY’S D+EVOLUTION, Reckless Eric, The Jayhawks, Kim Russo, Dweezil Zappa, plus more. TheKentStage.com.

Uptown RootsFest makes its debut in University Circle with two days of free American roots music. Fri 10/14-Sat 10/15

* Rock Hall’s Music Master series presents a week of events honoring Johnny Cash. Mon 10/17-Sat 10/22.

* Wesley Bright is back with his new band the Honeytones at the Beachland. Sat 10/15.

* Cle punk band Signals Midwest debuts new album at Grog Shop show. Fri 10/14.

* New Cleveland music ensemble Orchestra 19 makes its debut. Fri 10/14.

SPONSORED: Kaplan’s Furniture presents a Broyhill Factory Authorized Sale! All Broyhill couches and sectionals in store are on sale! Special financing available up to 48 months (Certain restrictions apply. See store for details.) Get ready for the Holidays with new mattresses for visiting family! Queen sets starting at $399. Visit KaplansFurniture.com.

WED 10/12
Early voting starts today in Ohio! Go to your county board of elections website to find out when and where. Check our directory for contact info.

* Artists talk art, race and police violence at Waterloo Arts.

* Hector Del Curto brings tango to the Baldwin Wallace world music series.

* Cross-generational jazz guitar duo performs at Happy Days Lodge.

* Fretwork performs English Consort music at the Cleveland Museum of Art.

* NYC-based So Percussion performs Steve Reich piece at University of Akron.

Click here for more events on Wed 10/12

THU 10/13
Each month, the Cleveland History Center’s monthly History on Tap series takes a look at a different aspect of Cleveland history each month. This month it’s demolished buildings, cemeteries and houses with mysteries attached.

* Brass quartet the Westerlies perform at the BOP STOP.

* Oberlin College presents Terence Blanchard’s “A Tale of God’s Will: Requiem for Katrina.”

* Cleveland Beer Week launches a host of events all over town through Sun 10/23.

* Elyria Library’s giant annual book sale will keep you reading all year. Through Sun 10/16.

* New music-focused Blue Streak Ensemble remembers 9/11 at Heights Arts.

* Buckeye community holds outdoor party for Sidewalks of Buckeye book.

* Paquito D’Rivera & John DiMartino play Billy Strayhorn at Nighttown.

* Folk rocker Jim Messina comes to the Kent Stage.

Click here for more events on Thu 10/13

FRI 10/14
Dan Savage writes a popular sex column read in alternative papers across the country. He’s also the brains behind the touring Hump Film Festival, a collection of oddball porno short subjects. It’ll screen at the Capitol Theatre.

* On the Edge film festival at the Breen Center focuses on outdoor adventure. Also tomorrow.

* Come trick or treat and enjoy art, food and performers at Walkabout Tremont.

* Bruno Casiano Gallery shows 30 years of work in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month.

* Artists Archives offers tour of Progressive Insurance’s art collection.

* Cleveland’s Listen Little Man introduces new album at the Five O’Clock Lounge.

* Morgan Art of Papermaking Conservatory opens two new shows.

* Longtime Cleveland favorite Ian Hunter brings his Rant Band to the Beachland.

* Judge Michael Ryan speaks to Creative Mornings about transparency.

Click here for more events on Fri 10/14

SAT 10/15
With the plethora of doggie costumes available for Halloween, you should have no problem finding something for him/her to flaunt at the Lakewood Spooky Pooch Parade.

* Eerie gothic fashion will be on display in fashion show at the B-Side Liquor Lounge.

* The Everley Sisters bring back the ’40s to Sweet Moses Soda Fountain.

* Beekeepers convene at the Rocky River Nature Center.

* Learn about Earth science and archaeology at the Cleveland Museum of Natural History.

* Capitol Theatre will horrify film-lovers for 12 straight hours.

* Trickle or Treat with a nautical Halloween celebration in Sandusky.

* The Akron Symphony and SO Percussion join for a concert at EJ Thomas Hall.

* Beachwood Arts Council shows work of 7 local woman printmakers.

* Cleveland Classical Guitar Society features Polish guitarist Marcin Dylla.

* Les Delices mix baroque and jazz for season-opening concert. Also tomorrow.

* The Musical Theater Project reprises “Curtain Up at the Cotton Club.” Also tomorrow.

Click here for more events on Sat 10/15

SUN 10/16
For five years, the Cleveland Print Room has offered a spot to continue the practice of film photography, as well as a gallery to show a range of photo practices. Its annual Foto Brunch at Mahall’s supports the work of this nonprofit organization.

* True-crime writer Allan May leads a tour of crime-related landmarks at Lake View Cemetery.

* Rickie Lee Jones returns to the Kent Stage.

* Pianist Simone Dinnerstein plays a free concert at the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Click here for more events on Sun 10/16

MON 10/17
Who is standing in the way of all Ohioans having equal access to the ballot? Come find out when Senator Sherrod Brown and voting rights attorney Subodh Chandra speak at a free forum in Shaker Heights.

* Rumer Willis sings at the Kent Stage.
Click here for more events on Mon 10/17

TUE 10/18
Cleveland’s Belt Publishing has a little cottage industry of anthologies of essays about rust-belt cities, written by people with connections to them. They’re celebrating their latest, dedicated to Akron, at the Akron Public Library tonight.

* At-Risk Kids at an alternative school are the subject of documentary film at Capitol Theatre.

* Photography/drawing show at Laurel School shows the cost of gold mining in Colombia.

* Learn to brew better coffee at Geocupping workshop at Ohio City’s Townhall.

Click here for more events on Tue 10/18

WED 10/19
Pianist George Winston is known for instrumental music that’s meditative and relaxing. He’ll be making listeners purr when he performs at the Kent Stage.

* Pianist Vijay Iyer plays music influenced by India at the Cleveland Museum of Art.

* Artist Derek Hess hosts first ACTING OUT! three-day art/music/comedy event addressing mental health.

* Film at the Maltz Museum takes a look back at the 1964 Freedom Summer.

Click here for more events on Wed 10/19

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REVIEW & PREVIEW: Ian Hunter Keeps His Fingers Crossed

Training his venom on American Idol-bred manufactured entertainers (“That’s When The Trouble Starts”), baring his passion for history (“Bow Street Runners”), slowing down enough to imagine walking the plank (“Fingers Crossed”), moaning about the foibles of (the music) business (“Stranded in Reality”), or basking in the redemptive power (and creative fog) of sleep (“Morpheus”), Hunter reloads a fresh reel of film for each song, projecting his fears, memories, and insights on a screen between your speakers, much like the projection on the album cover of his own image performing in concert on the rear wall, while he reclines and locks eyes with the viewer through his ever-present shades…

A Very Good Reason for Blacks to Vote

While it’s certainly true that the mere act of voting is its own good reason for everyone to exercise the franchise, blacks have to always keep in mind the heavy price in blood and treasure our ancestors sometimes had to pay…

* American Hypocrisy The Republican nominee has big troubles in regards to the despicable remarks he’s made about women. But America has even bigger troubles in regards to the reaction to the remarks from the religious right….

* There’s Always an Exception to the Rule There’s a lingering question regarding the demagogue that’s on many minds: What’s up with that snorting sound he constantly made in both debates…

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