GENGHIS CON 2016 11.27, 2–7PM

GENGHIS CON 2016 is THIS Sunday, November 27th from 2–7PM at The Lake Erie Building (13000 Athens, Lakewood, Ohio 44107), admission is FREE and open to the public. The regionally focused convention is celebrating its eighth year in a row bringing together the prolific community of cartoonists, comics makers, illustrators, printmakers, authors and zinesters that call the Rust Belt (and Beyond) home. From Detroit to Pittsburgh to Columbus, Cleveland is uniquely situated at the center of a cultural DIY Punk Triangle and the perfect place to hold such an event.

What started small, as a haphazard, informal gathering of less than 40 exhibitors in 2009 on the floorspace at The Beachland Ballroom has grown to one of the most anticipated events of the year in the hangar-like event space of The Lake Erie Building with attendance nearly doubling each year since the move in 2014. Genghis Con was recognized in Cleveland Magazine’s “Best of Cleveland” issue in 2015 as Best Comic Book Convention. It truly is the convergence and celebration of the best of regional small press, independent comics and zines. This year’s show promises to be another stellar year!

Genghis Con is the best opportunity for fans of small press and independent comics, artwork, zines and literature to find those hidden gems being cultivated right here in the region. Attendees can expect to see, and visit with, long-standing Genghis Con regulars like Derf, Gary and Laura Dumm, John G and Jake Kelly, as well as Genghis Con first timers like Noah Van Sciver, whose work has been published by Fantagraphics as well as Ivan Brandon, most recently the writer of Image Comics’ Drifter.

The night before Genghis Con, the traditional Kick-Off Party at Mahall’s 20 Lanes at 13200 Madison in Lakewood. There will be art supplies provided by BLICK Art Supplies for a Drink-N-Draw in the bar, while live panel discussions with a variety of Genghis Con exhibitors happens in the show room. A performance by a gleam of music from the new comic REACH, debuting at Genghis Con will cap off the night.

The show is free, family friendly, and open to the public. Barrio taco truck will be back again this year for delicious snacks. The Lake Erie Building is at the corner of Athens and Halstead in Lakewood, just south of Madison Park.
GenghisConCleveland.com
Lake Erie Building
Lakewood, Ohio 44107

'Spirited Away’ Two-Day Event 12.4 & 12.5

In the fifteen years since its initial release, Hayao Miyazaki’s animated film “Spirited Away,” about a 10-year-old girl who enters a mysterious spirit world to free herself and her parents, has been cemented as a modern classic. Universally acclaimed upon release, it became the most successful film in Japanese history and won the Oscar for Best Animated Feature. This past August, the film was voted as the fourth best film of the 21st century so far by over 177 film critics from around the world.‘

Now, in honor of its 15th anniversary, “Spirited Away” will return to over 400 theaters nationwide for a two-night event this December, courtesy of GKIDS and Fathom Events. On Sunday, December 4th, the film will screen at 12PM. dubbed in English, while on Monday, December 5th, it will screen at 7PM. with English-language subtitles. “Spirited Away” will also screen with an exclusive Studio Ghibli short film “Ghiblies: Episode 2,” a unique 25-minute short featuring several comedic vignettes and caricatures of Studio Ghibli staff as they go about their day. The film has never been released in North America and will make its theatrical premiere at this special screening event.

For more information on tickets and theater locations, visit Fathom Events.

V.A.C. Holiday Sale & Open House 12.9–12.10

Shop Local! Come to Valley Art Center's Holiday Art Sale & Open House! Friday, December 9th, 10AM–8PM and Saturday, December 10th, 10AM–2PM.  **10% off all Gift Shop Items, 15% off for members! Back by popular demand will be the Ornament Extravaganza in their gift shop. Find that special something for your tree! Artisan and utilitarian gifts at price points for every wallet. All items are handcrafted by local artists. Hope to see you there! Valley Art Center 155 Bell Street Chagrin Falls, OH (440) 247-7507 valleyartcenter.org

The Big Lebowski @Cedar Lee 12.3, 9:30 & MID

Part of the Cedar Lee Theatre Cult Film Series, The Big Lebowski (1998) will be shown this Saturday, Dec. 3rd at 9:30PM and 11:55PM. Remember to wear your bathrobe!

The Coen brothers and their agreeable cast make more fun than sense with this scattered farce about a pothead bowler who is mistaken for a deadbeat philanthropist and drawn into a cluster of kidnapers, nihilists, porn mobsters and Busby Berkeley beauties. Admission is just $6. NO Children under 5.

Oral Histories Documentary Premiere 11.19

Augusto Bordelois In the Studio

Part of AAWR's 20th Anniversary Founder's Exhibition, the Oral Histories Documentary Film Project premieres on Saturday, November 19th, 1–3PM. Running approximately 4 minutes each history documents the lives and careers of 11 AAWR archived artists. The event is FREE but please register on Eventbrite. For more information on the Premiere, please visit artistarchives.org.

Artists Archives of the Western Reserve
1834 E. 123rd Street Cleveland, OH 44106-1910

Brews + Prose at Market Garden 11.15, 7PM

Tuesday, November 15, at 7PM, Brews + Prose welcomes Rebecca Scherm, whose first novel, The Unbecoming, was praised as "startlingly inventive" in the pages of The New York Times; and Anne Trubek, whose new book, The History and Uncertain Future of Handwriting, is the most exciting and controversial take on the subject of cursive ever written.

As always, those of you who would like to eat before the event should make reservations or arrive early--we'll be setting up shop in the Ohio City Room at Market Garden Brewery. Keep in mind that Amit's books will be for sale at the event courtesy of Mac's Backs. Meanwhile, we continue to offer what we think is the best literary deal in town: buy a book and get a free beer.

Brews + Prose at Market Garden Brewery

1947 West 25th Street, Cleveland, Ohio 44113

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Morgan Annual Kozo Harvest 11.12–13

This coming weekend is KOZO HARVEST WEEKEND. Join the Morgan Paper Conservatory November 12–13th 10AM–4PM for their Annual Kozo Harvest. No experience necessary; free and open to the public. Come for an hour, come for a day. Experience an ancient tradition by helping harvest kozo from the garden and prepare it for eastern papermaking. Dress in layers as it may be cold, sturdy shoes or boots required. Refreshments provided.

1754 E. 47th Street
Cleveland, OH 44103
Free, Secure Reception Parking: via East 45th Street 'Garden' entrance
(one way running South between Payne & Commerce)

AAWR Founder's Exhibition 11.11

20TH ANNIVERSARY FOUNDER'S EXHIBITION
OPENING RECEPTION: 11/11/16 5:30-8:00pm

     The Artists Archives of the Western Reserve is proud to present it's 20th Anniversary Founder's Exhibition featuring the work of founder David E. Davisand the other 8 pioneering Archived Artists:  Shirley Aley Campbell, David A. Haberman, William Martin Jean, Robert Jergens, Patricia Zinsmeister Parker, Phyllis Seltzer, Phyllis Lester Sloane and Randall Tiedman. 
     A campus-wide opening including the Sculpture Center and historic David E. Davis Studios will be held on Friday, November 11th at 5:30-8:00pm. For more information visit artistsarchives.org 

VAC's Annual Juried Art Exhibit 11.4 6–8PM

This Friday, November 4th, 6–8PM, is the Opening for Valley Art Center's 45th Annual Juried Art Exhibit.

155 Bell St
Chagrin Falls, OH 44022

Nick Cave: One More Time With Feeling 3D 12.1

One More Time With Feeling 3D, starring Nick Cave, starts 12/1 at The Cedar Lee Theatre.

Originally a performance based concept, One More Time With Feeling evolved into something much more significant as director Andrew Dominik delved into the tragic backdrop of the writing and recording of the album. Interwoven throughout the Bad Seeds’ filmed performance of the new album are interviews and footage shot by Dominik, accompanied by Cave’s intermittent narration and improvised rumination. Filmed in black-and-white and color, in 3D, the result is stark, fragile and raw.

Wiz Bang Cabaret Opens 10.28

Pinch and Squeal and their Wizbang Theatre gang present a whole new vaudeville show featuring multi award winning magician David Anthony, and a show full of antics, circus and hilarious variety entertainment! "Its like something out of Pee Wee's Playhouse!" Friday's at 8PM this hour long show is the perfect excuse to get to downtown to East 4th and have a ball!

Day of the Dead 10.29 11AM–10PM

Bruno Casiano Gallery presents B R U N O 10.14

Bruno Casiano Gallery presents B R U N O

Opening Reception October 14th, 2016
From 6 – 10PM
Closing Reception December 16, 2016

Bruno Casiano Gallery
5304 Detroit Ave.
Cleveland, OH 44102
Look for the Red Bike!

Time Bandits at Cedar Lee and Capitol 9.24

Saturday, September 24th at 4PM there will be a showing of a new digital restoration of Terry Gilliam's 1981 film Time Bandits, in which a young boy accidentally joins a band of dwarves as they jump from era to era looking for treasure to steal. Rated PG. Part of Art House Theatre Day.

Locations: Capitol Theatre and the Cedar Lee Theatre. 

FREE limited edition Time Portal Map designed by Terry Gilliam while supplies last!

4th Annual Heights Music Hop 9.23–9.24

Count yourself invited! Be a part of Cleveland’s exciting cultural music scene, while supporting our local economy and building community pride. The 4th Annual Heights Music Hop is made possible by the generous support of Cuyahoga Arts & Culture. The Heights Music Hop is grateful to the residents of Cuyahoga County for their program support. Schedule of Performers.

12TH IngenuityFest 9.23–9.25

The theme of the 12TH ANNUAL IngenuityFest is AWAKENINGS and it starts a new chapter for the organization. This time located in the SAINT CLAIR-SUPERIOR neighborhood in the former Osborne Industrial Complex. Join us for three days of art, installations, performances, food, local and regional bands, creativity and innovation!

Festival Hours (Subject to change)
September 23–25, 2016:
Friday, Sept. 23rd 5PM–1AM
Saturday, Sept. 24th 12PM–1AM
Sunday, Sept. 25th 12PM–5PM

Tickets are available for advanced purchase at ingenuityfest2016.eventbrite.com. Pricing is: 12 & Under are FREE! Individual Day Pass is $5 and Individual Weekend Pass is $10.

Got a family? Enter PROMO CODE: INGFRIEND to get $1 off each day pass and $3 off each weekend pass! Minimum purchase of 4 tickets.

Please contact annie@ingenuitycleveland.org for group (15 or more) ticket sales for special rates!

CMA's Fine Print Fair 9.22–9.25

CMA's 32nd Annual Fine Print Fair
September 22-25, 2016

The Print Club of Cleveland invites you to attend the 32nd Annual Fine Print Fair, September 22–25, 2016. The Fair is free and open to the public.

The Fine Print Fair, Cleveland’s largest and most comprehensive exhibition of fine prints, begins Thursday, September 22, 2016 with an opening night benefit preview and continues Friday, September 23 from 11AM to 6PM, Saturday, September 24th from 10AM to 5PM, and Sunday, September 25th from 10AM to 5PM in the Ames Family Atrium at the Cleveland Museum of Art, 11150 East Boulevard, Cleveland, Ohio. The Fine Print Fair benefits the Department of Prints at the Cleveland Museum of Art (CMA) and is sponsored by the Print Club of Cleveland, a non-profit adjunct organization dedicated to supporting the museum’s print collection.

Steampunk Railroad Event 9.24 8PM

All aboard the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad. The 765 Steam Engine is in town! Join us for a fun filled, steam punk themed event at Fitzwater Train Yard. Climb aboard for a quick ride to the train yard for an evening filled with live music, games, and delicious food! All guests will have the opportunity to photograph the steam engine and enter into costume contests where the top three winners will receive a prize! Guests are encouraged to wear steam punk inspired clothing.

Tremont Arts & Culture Fest 9.17–9.18th

The Tremont Arts & Cultural Festival takes place from September 17th at 11 AM to September 18th at 5 PM. Performer's include Rachel Brown & The Beatnik Playboys, MorrisonDance, chalk artist Dante Rodriguez and story-teller Ray McNeice. Check this link for full schedule of Performers for 2016 Festival Stages and Children's & Youth Village.

2016 CMA Chalk Festival 9.17–9.18

Children and adults alike enjoy the annual CMA Chalk Festival. Community members join professional artists in using the walkways around the Fine Arts Garden as a colorful canvas. Begun in 1990, our festival is a modern expression of a Renaissance tradition from 16th-century Italy in which beggars copied paintings of the Madonna by Raphael and his contemporaries, using chalk on the plazas outside cathedrals. Watching the chalk artists and enjoying the entertainment is free.

For questions contact Community Arts at 216.707.2483 or e-mail commartsinfo@clevelandart.org.

Saturday, September 17, 11AM–5PM
Sunday, September 18, 11AM–5PM 
Rain or shine

Preparatory Workshops on Chalk Making and Street Painting
Sunday, September 11, 2–4:30PM
Repeated Wednesday, September 14, 6–8:30PM
Preparatory Workshops

Chalk Your Own Pictures
Large square (approx. 3 x 4 ft.) and 24-color box of chalk: $20.
Small square (approx. 2 x 3 ft.) and 12-color box of chalk: $10.

Individuals, families, schools, and neighborhood groups are all invited to participate. Children under 15 must be accompanied by supervising adults. There is no need to pre-register (except groups).

Groups please pre-register by Wednesday, September 14; call Community Arts at 216.707.2483 or e-mail commartsinfo@clevelandart.org.