Friday, June 28, 2013

Waterloo Arts Fest Saturday, 6.29, 12-7PM

Now in its 11th year, the Waterloo Arts Fest continues as one of Cleveland’s most eclectic and vibrant street festivals, strongly emphasizing art and music. The Fest takes place Saturday, June 29th from 12-7PM on Waterloo in the Waterloo Arts District on Cleveland’s east side. Last year’s Fest drew over 5,000 attendees. Music, performance art, street art, art vendors, community organizations and galleries come together to showcase Cleveland’s creative talent. The Arts Collinwood Gallery will also be open exhibiting their Annual Members show.

Friday, June 21, 2013

Larchmere PorchFest 2013 6.22 1–8PM

The 4th Annual Larchmere PorchFest is a one-day event featuring 30 local bands representing a wide variety of music styles on 30 neighborhood porches & patios. Access to the event will again be open and FREE to all.

Last year’s attendance was over 2000 and more are expected this year. PorchFest celebrates what the Larchmere neighborhood is all about— community. Check out the music schedule here.

Wednesday, June 19, 2013

HP Lovecraft Sketchy Style! 6.26, 7:30PM

Selena brings you a night dedicated to H.P. Lovecraft. Artists sketch burlesque models; drink beer; have fun—that’s the way things go with Dr. Sketchy’s Anti-Art School. This particular occasion brings  a unique theme: a night dedicated to the eldritch horror novels of H.P. Lovecraft.

Drink And Draw Social Club Cleveland 6.20, 7–11PM

This Thursday, you can help the Rust Belt Monster Collective celebrate the ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY of the Drink and Draw Social Club. No models; just food, booze and inspiration... At their usual spot; 2nd floor of The Lava Lounge in Tremont. 7–11ish.

Lava Lounge
1307 Auburn Ave., Cleve., OH 44113

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Tuesday, June 18, 2013

WOW! Wade Oval Wednesdays

WOW! Wade Oval Wednesdays Summer concert series begins this month. Enjoy a FREE concert each Wednesday night from 6–9PM. Movies begin at 9PM on designated nights. Always fun, two shows from the 2013 Lineup that are NOT to be missed are:

June 19: Lost State of Franklin
American Music/Rock/Country

July 10: Wesley Bright and the Hi-lites
Northern Soul Dance Craze
Movie Night: Madagascar 3

Thursday, June 06, 2013

Ohio City Artisan First Friday June Edition 6.7

Friday, June 7th's Ohio City’s Artisan First Friday highlights:

Urban Orchid (1455 West 29th St) is featuring works by photographer David Uschold along with a selection of light appetizers and wine.

Touch Supper Club (2710 Lorain Ave.) will be hosting works by Natalia Dale, a freelance photographer and mixed media artist.

SPACES Art Gallery Pull! is a durational, city-wide community performance piece, in which hundreds of Clevelanders will manually pull a truck for 25 miles, through the neighborhoods of Cleveland. Pull! will take place on June 7 – 9, 2013. Sign up online for a time slot to pull, or to play a support role during Pull!

Old Angle Tavern (1848 West 25th St.) will have local art from various artists displayed in our downstairs party room along with beer and wine specials during the show (downstairs only).

Nano Brew (1859 West 25th St.) will be featuring art work by bartender Nick Martaus. A burger special and special cask beer will be on tap for the festivities.

Loren Naji Studio Gallery (2138 West 25th St.) from 6PM until midnight, Loren Naji will be turning his studio space into Lounge Gallery" which will be showing "Waste Management, a GAP in the System". The original gallery will feature "The Incredible Painting Machine and the Eyeball Magician". Provided will be live music, wine, beer and the outdoor patio for gathering.

Koffie Café (2521 Market Ave.) will be offering 50 cents off all drip coffee.

Great Lakes Brewing Company (2516 Market Ave.) will be offering happy hour pricing on beer and wine in the main bar and cellar pubs only from 4:00 – 9:00 pm.

BUCKBUCK Gallery (3910 Lorain Ave.) is featuring the show “Purrrrrr! A Juried Art Cats-travaganza”. The gallery will be open to guests from 6 – 10PM for Artisan First Fridays.

Artisan Bridal (2704 Bridge Ave.)
A jewelry trunk show is on tap for June 7 featuring the work of Kim Sutherland of Divergence Designs. Hand-crafted jewelry with a contemporary, organic and not just for brides! Custom designing or redesigning your existing jewelry. Meet Kim and her work from 5 – 8PM.

Vision Yoga & Wellness (1861 West 25th St.) Happy Hour Yoga 6
 – 8PM with Shari Carrol. Enjoy Happy Hour pricing, class just $8! Powerful Flow Yoga is high energy with music ranging from Jay-z to Alicia Keys for the intermediate to advanced student. Also check out current gallery show 'Art of the Yogi'.
AND other restaurant specials...

Ohio City Artisan First Fridays
Ohio City, Ohio City, Ohio 44113

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Tuesday, June 04, 2013

24th Parade the Circle, Saturday 6.8 11AM

One of Cleveland's signature summer events, the 24th Annual Parade the Circle takes place THIS Saturday, June 8th. This free celebration features a parade presented by The Cleveland Museum of Art and Circle Village by University Circle, Inc. institutions. The noon Parade incorporates the drama and artistry of colorful floats, puppets, costumes, dancers and musicians. Spend the afternoon, rain or shine, on Wade Oval.
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Peninsula Fifth Annual Plein Air Competition 6.7–6.9

Peninsula’s Fifth Annual Plein Air Competition will be held June 7th, 8th and 9th, 2013. Join in this artistic event and help celebrate the wonder and beauty of the Cuyahoga Valley. An exhibit of the works created during competition will be on display and available for purchase at Peninsula Art Academy (PAA), June 29th thru August 10th. Awards will be presented at the artists’ reception on Saturday, June 29th from 5–7PM at PAA.

ecocle Opening Party 6.6, 6–9PM

SUPERSHOW! A Comedy Variety Show 6.5 8PM

Our friends Pinch and Squeal! join Mickey Kwapis (Taxidermist) as the Variety Guests in the Underdog stage for Chucklefck Presents: SUPERSHOW! A Comedy Performance Variety Show. Musical Guest is Matt Fitzpatrick and Comedians will be Peggy O'Leary and Jessica Watkins (both from NYC.)

FREE before 7:30PM (5 bucks after.)

The Happy Dog
5801 Detroit Avenue

Cleveland, Ohio 44102
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