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Carl & Louis Stokes: Projects to Politics (9/7/2007 - 7/31/2008)

Discover the story of Carl & Louis Stokes and their amazing parallel accomplishments in their unique and inspiring story. Visitors to the exhibit can gain insight into the "worlds‿ of these two brothers from Cleveland - from their own boyhood heroes to the Civil Rights movement, as well as their involvement in local, then regional and national politics, and the importance of the legacies they helped create.

Break on Through: The Lasting Legacy of the Doors (9/19/2007 - 9/1/2008)

The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum will open the exhibit Break on Through � The Lasting Legacy of The Doors in May 2007. The exhibit, which will be located on Levels 5 and 6 of the Museum, will examine the career and impact of The Doors through a display of one-of-a-kind artifacts, original manuscripts, rare concert posters, photographs and video. This is the first time the surviving members of The Doors, along with the Jim Morrison estate, have given their full blessing and cooperation to an exhibit of this kind. "More than just about any other rock band, The Doors have been able to transcend their era and impact succeeding generations," said Jim Henke, chief curator at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum. "The Doors recorded five studio albums and haven't released a new record since 1981. Yet they sell more than 2 million albums worldwide each year � and the vast majority of those albums are purchased not by their original fans from the Sixties, but by teenagers and twenty-somethings who are just now discovering the band. Their legacy is embraced, studied, emulated and cherished around the world." The Museum already has an extensive collection of artifacts related to the life of Jim Morrison. When the Museum opened, his parents donated numerous items, including his baby book, school report cards, early writings, drawings and paintings, and personal correspondence. The Museum is now collecting additional materials from John Densmore, Robby Krieger and Ray Manzarek.

Key Bank Broadway Series (9/25/2007 - 7/20/2008)

FORBIDDEN BROADWAY: SPECIAL VICTIMS UNIT - The madley inventive, hilariously scathing show that spooks Broadway's favorite hits and stars. THE DROWSY CHAPERONE - The hysterical, award-winning new musical about an old-time show seen through a witty, modern perspective. TWELVE ANGRY MEN - Twelve jurors. Twelve walks of life. And only two ways to rule: guilty or not guilty. AVENUE Q - People and (adult) puppets attempt to make it in New York City in this smart, risque and uproarious new musical. THE COLOR PURPLE - Oprah Winfrey presents this soul-stirring new musical based on the classic book and inspiring film. THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE - Puberty, overbearing parents and correct spelling pressures combine in this irresistibly funny new musical. JERSEY BOYS - "Too good to be true!" raves the New York Post for JERSEY BOYS, the new musical about Rock and Roll Hall of Famers, The Four Seasons.

Help! Behind the Scenes of the Beatles' Movie (11/17/2007 - 9/1/2008)

The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum will pay homage to the Beatles' impact on our culture with a new exhibit that commemorates the group's classic 1965 movie, Help! Help! Behind the Scenes of the Beatles' Movie will open with a members-only reception at 7 p.m. on November 16, 2007. The exhibit, which is timed to the November 6 release of the film on DVD, will include many never-before-seen artifacts and set photography shot during the making of the movie. Help! follows in the great tradition of classic comedy chase movies. In this instance, John, Paul, George and Ringo find themselves being pursued across the world by not one but two groups of fanatics with separate agendas. Ringo possesses a ring with a large red stone set in the middle, sent to him by a fan. The first group of fanatics are cult followers of the Goddess Kaili led by Swami Clang (Leo McKern), including High Priestess Ahme (Eleanor Bron); and the second group are comprised of two scientists named Foot (Victor Spinetti) and Algernon (Roy Kinnear) who have become involved, being called in by the Government to try and remove the ring from Ringo's finger. These cult followers and the two scientists frantically pursue The Beatles first through London, then up the snow-covered Austrian Alps to Buckingham Palace, across Salisbury Plain and finally along the sandy beaches of the Bahamas with a Scotland Yard Police Superintendent (Patrick Cargill) in hot pursuit. The film features performances of 7 classic Beatles songs. "Help,�? "You're Going To Lose That Girl,�? "You've Got To Hide Your Love Away,�? "Ticket To Ride,�? "I Need You,�? "The Night Before�? and "Another Girl.�? "We've tried to capture the zany spirit of the Beatles' second movie in this exhibit,�? said Jim Henke, vice president of exhibitions and curatorial affairs for the Museum. "We were fortunate in that the Beatles' organization Apple Corps had great archives of material from the filming of the movie, and they have generously loaned much of it to us for the exhibit.�? The exhibit will feature George Harrison's original script for the film, and a reproduction of Richard Lester's working script with handwritten changes, various shooting schedules and call sheets, posters, tickets to the U.S. premiere of the film at the Beacon Theater in New York City, press kits and promotional items. It will also include costumes worn by the Beatles in the film, and instruments played in the film.

Short & Sweet: Two Centuries of American Childhood (12/31/2007 - 11/30/2008)

The Western Reserve Historical Society is delighted to present Short & Sweet: Two Centuries of American Childhood, opening December 15, 2007! This exhibition will be on display in the Chisholm Halle Costume Wing at the Society's University Circle location. Short & Sweet features a variety of costumes, toys, fine art, furniture, and photographs from the Society's collections, which address America's evolving attitude toward children from 1740-1960. The influence of literary depictions of children on clothing and artistic portrayals of them will be shown alongside the clothing influenced by art. The exhibit will focus on a variety of activities, including: children's dress playtime organized recreation education and spiritual upbringing The Western Reserve Historical Society is located at 10825 East Blvd. in University Circle, and features the Chisholm Halle Costume Wing, the History Museum, Genealogy Library and Crawford Auto-Aviation Museum. For details, call 216-721-5722.

Hot Glassblowing at PAA (2/16/2008 - 12/14/2008)

Dip molten glass from a furnace and shape it into a paperweight. Blow a bubble and shape it into a tumbler or small vase. Glass artist Bob Pozarski will walk you through the steps to beginning glassblowing. Classes in glassblowing will not be held during the warmer months, so sign up now! Intermediate classes - ready when you are. Visit www.peninsulaartacademy.com for dates. Registration required a week in advance. register here Special dates may be arranged. Saturday classes are 10-3pm; Sunday classes are 12-5pm. Beginning classes; 5 hours; limited to four students; $90 each student ($70 PAA members). Intermediate classes; 5 hours; limited to two students; $130 each student ($110. PAA members) www.peninsulaartacademy.com or call 330-657-2248

2008 Inductees exhibit (3/11/2008 - 1/31/2009)

This exhibit honors the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame's newest inductees: Leonard Cohen, the Dave Clark Five, Madonna, John Mellencamp and the Ventures. It will be located in the Hall of Fame wing. The exhibit will include stage outfits, guitars, handwritten lyrics, photographs and much more.

Museum Hopping Made Easy (3/31/2008 - 12/31/2008)

Visitors can purchase any admission ticket to Cleveland Botanical Garden, The Western Reserve Historical Society, or the Cleveland Museum of Natural History, and receive a $2.00 off discount on general admission at the other two institutions. The discount will be honored for one week from the date of the original admission receipt and can be redeemed for up to four guests.

The Canary Project: Landscape of Climate Change (4/8/2008 - 8/10/2008)

In the fall of 2005, Susannah Sayler set out to photograph landscapes throughout the world that are showing signs and forewarnings of climate change. As co-founder of The Canary Project, Sayler produces visual media, events and artwork that builds public understanding of human-induced climate change and energize commitment to solutions. This exhibition showcases Sayler's compelling images of dramatically transformed landscapes, as well as photographs of landscapes where successes in conservation and adaptation to climate change are visible. These landscapes were selected in consultation with leading scientists and journalists. Monday through Saturday, 10 am to 5 pm, Wednesday 10 am to 10 pm, Sunday, noon to 5 pm Adults (ages 19 and up): $9.00; $5 after 5 pm on Wednesdays, Youths (ages 7 through 18): $7.00, Children (ages 3 to 6): $6.00, Toddlers (age 2 and under): FREE 216-231-4600 www.cmnh.org

Summer Day Camps for Children (4/16/2008 - 8/9/2008)

The Oberlin Heritage Center's Summer Day Camp programs are designed to stimulate children's creativity and to whet their appetites for history, architecture, art, crafts, games, and the tastes and sounds of other cultures and other times. For boys and girls ages 8 to 13. Fee is $95 per child per session, with a $10 discount per class for children or grandchildren of current Oberlin Heritage Center members. Session I. American Kids Hands-on-History Fun, July 21-25, 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Explore Oberlin's first century from 1833-1933 through games, crafts, weaving, music, foods, buildings, lifestyles, costumes, and people, and delver further into Oberlin's role in the broader topics of abolition and the Underground Railroad, aluminum history, and the temperance movement. Session II. History Makers, July 28 to August 1, 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Campers will have fun creating their own historic records through photography, family trees, making their own journals, and collecting special objects to keep in their very own time capsule to open years from now. Session III. Exploring the Built Environment: An Architecture Workshop for Kids, August 4-8, 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Learn more about the basic elements of architecture, historic buildings, and environmentally sensitive green architecture. Session IV. Kids and Cultures around the World, August 11-15, 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Explore different countries and continents each day. Children will be encouraged to become global citizens with a better understanding of the world around them. For more information, call (440) 774-1700, e-mail tourinfo@oberlinheritage.org or visit the Oberlin Heritage Center's website at www.oberlinheritage.org .

Nesting: Photographs by Judith McMillan (4/25/2008 - 7/6/2008)

This exhibition features black-and-white photographs exploring bird nests as architecture taken by local Waite Hill resident Judith McMillan. Photographed in the collections areas of The Cleveland Museum of Natural History, these images reveal the distinct materials used by various species of birds and the complexity of forms achieved. The photographs depict the artist's sense of amazement and wonder at the physical feat of these small creatures building these structures with their beaks. 216-231-4600 www.cmnh.org

Take Me Out: Baseball Rocks! (4/26/2008 - 9/28/2008)

This exhibit will celebrate baseball as a pop-culture phenomenon through displays of sheet music, sports memorabilia, records and film. It will also include listening stations stocked with early recordings and will include displays on baseball-associated songs from "I Love Mickey," Teresa Brewer's 1956 Mickey Mantle tribute, to the Seattle Mariners/New York Mets anthem "Who Let the Dogs Out?" (Baha Men, 2000). A second area will cover the early to mid 20th century and focus on musical tributes to Babe Ruth, Ty Cobb, Lou Gehrig, Jackie Robinson, Willie Mays, Larry Doby, Joe DiMaggio, Mickey Mantle and entire teams such as the Brooklyn Dodgers and New York Yankees. In addition, the exhibit will include artifacts related to baseball players who were also musicians, like the Milwaukee Braves' Lee Maye, who enjoyed a successful career as an R&B singer in the mid-Fifties. Rock and roll references to baseball, from Chuck Berry's "Brown Eyed Handsome Man" to Simon and Garfunkel's "Mrs. Robinson" to John Fogerty's "Centerfield," will also be featured. Other artifact highlights are: * Sheet music for the 1911 version of "Take Me Out to the Ballgame." * Baseball cards representing players who also had music careers, like Denny McLain (Detroit) and Jack McDowell (Cleveland). * Signed balls and bats from the 1997 American League champion Cleveland Indians, members of whom performed at yearly "TribeJam" charity rock concerts, featuring Omar Vizquel on drums and Mark Langston on guitar. A final section will feature a collection of filmed interviews with individual Cleveland Indians players, such as Grady Sizemore and Travis Hafner, who will explain why they chose particular songs to represent them when they are up at bat.

Near West Theatre's 2008 Spring & Summer Musical Theatre Arts Programming (5/2/2008 - 8/3/2008)

Spring Older Teens and Adults Musical (Ages 16 on up) The Who’s “Tommy�? May 2-18, 2008 Peter Townshend’s tale of a young boy’s journey from pain to triumph is the most electrifying evening of rock and roll ever to play in a theatre! After witnessing the accidental murder of his mother's lover by his father, Tommy is traumatized into catatonia, and as the boy grows, he suffers abuse at the hands of his sadistic relatives and neighbors. As an adolescent, he’s discovered to have an uncanny knack for playing pinball, and when his mother finally breaks through his catatonia, he becomes an international pinball superstar. The classic '60s rock opera by The Who includes the songs: “Acid Queen�?, “Pinball Wizard�? and “See me, Feel Me.�? Summer Children’s Musical (Ages 9-12) “SEUSSICAL, Jr.�? June 13-15, 2008 “If you open your mind, Oh, the thinks you will find Lining up to get loose... Oh, the thinks you can think When you think about Seuss!�? So says the mischievous Cat in the Hat at the onset of this fantastical, magical, musical extravaganza! Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty have lovingly brought to life all of our favorite Dr. Seuss characters, including Horton the Elephant, Gertrude McFuzz, Lazy Mayzie and all of the Whos of Whoville! These classic, colorful tales are seamlessly brought together by Jojo, a young boy and “thinker of strange and wonderful thinks�?! As each story unfolds you will marvel at how relevant and profound Seuss’s subtle themes are; making this musical one that appeals to all ages. The songs are a Seussian gumbo of musical styles, ranging from Latin to pop, swing to gospel, and R&B to funk! Summer Youth Theater Musical (Teens Ages 13-19) “WEST SIDE STORY�? July 18-August 3, 2008 Hot moves. Cool tunes. Homeboys and immigrants fighting for life, love and the pursuit of happiness. Fueled by theater geniuses Bernstein, Sondheim, Robbins and Laurents, the world’s greatest love story takes to the streets in this landmark 1957 ground-breaking musical theater classic. Shakespeare's “Romeo and Juliet�? spills into modern day New York City, as two young idealistic lovers find themselves caught between warring street gangs, the “American�? Jets and the Puerto Rican Sharks. Their struggle to survive in a world of hate, violence and prejudice makes this show still one of the most innovative, heart-wrenching and relevant musical dramas of our time. Songs include “Tonight�?, “America�?, “I Feel Pretty�? and “Somewhere�?.

Toad-ily Frogs (5/9/2008 - 9/28/2008)

This is the "Year of the Frog," a campaign launched by global and regional conservation organizations supporting initiatives intended to save endangered amphibians. One half to one third of all amphibian species are threatened with extinction due to habitat loss, climate change, pollution and pesticides, over-collection and disease. This exhibition will showcase the Museum's collections to educate visitors about the amphibian crisis and how they can "Leap into Action" to help. 216-231-4600 www.cmnh.org

MESH: A Celebration of Contemporary Textile Art (5/18/2008 - 8/2/2008)

MESH weekend combines thress textile art exhibitions at three venues in Northeast Ohio: Cleveland, Elyria, and Oberlin. These three venues offer a rare opportunity to view the work of sixty-nine textile artists all within easy driving distance in Northeast Ohio. Together these exhibitions present a snapshot of contemporary textile artwork. While the techniques may be familiar - quiltmaking, weaving, crochet, knitting, embroidery, and stitching - the artwork is innovative, contemplative, challenging, and engaging. Focus: Fiber 2008, May 16 - June 21, The Art Gallery at Cleveland State University, Opening reception: Friday, May 16 5 - 8 Textile Arts: Flavors of Fiber, May 16 - June 29, Beth K. Stocker Art Gallery, Lorain Community College, Artist Reception: Saturday, May 17, 2 - 5 The Artist as Quiltmaker XIII, May 18 - August 2, Firelands Association for the Visual Arts, New Union Center for the Arts, Opening reception, gallery talk: Sunday, May 18, 2 - 4

Photo Safari at Cleveland Metroparks Zoo (5/26/2008 - 9/1/2008)

Take your best shot this summer and enter your photograph in the Zoo's photo contest. Prizes awarded in many categories and age groups. During the contest, Photo Safari photographers will find special "photo opportunity" signs located throughout the Zoo. These signs are placed near key exhibit viewing areas to help inspire participants to take their best shot.

The Wiz (5/27/2008 - 7/6/2008)

Book by William F. Brown, Music and Lyrics by Charlie Smalls Directed by Pierre-Jacques Brault with music direction by Matthew Webb and choreography by Martín Céspedes. "Ease On Down The Road" for Dorothy's adventures in the Land of Oz that are set to music in a dazzling, lively mixture of rock, gospel and soul music. Cain Park's production of this multiple Tony and Drama Desk Award-winning musical stars Malika Petty as Dorothy and features Colleen Longshaw, Kyle Primous and acclaimed modern dancer Michael Medcalf as the Tornado. Ticket prices 6/19 All tickets $10 6/20 -6/22 All tickets $13 No discounts 6/26-6/29 7/2, 7/3, 7/5 and 7/6 In advance $22/20/18 Day of show $24/22/20 July 6 closing will be audio-described.

Saturdays at the Schoolhouse (5/28/2008 - 8/17/2008)

This summer, children and their parents or guardians will enjoy a chance to combine old-fashioned learning and family fun in Oberlin's pioneer-era one-room schoolhouse located on the grounds of the Oberlin Heritage Center. "Saturdays at the Schoolhouse" is a new program debuting June 14 and continuing each Saturday through August 16. The Schoolhouse door will be open from 12 noon to 2:00 p.m. on those dates, and the Heritage Center will offer a variety of free activities for guests young and old in a "drop-in" style format. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Visitors can explore the building, take part in historic school lessons, and play games together inside and out. (Outdoor schoolyard games will be dependent on the weather.) The Little Red Schoolhouse was built in 1836-37 and is considered the oldest building in Oberlin. It originally was located just north of what is now the intersection of Main and Lorain Streets in Oberlin, and was utilized as the first free-standing schoolhouse in the community. Children of many ages attended school there in the community's earliest years. With College and community closely intertwined, Oberlin's public schools followed the College's policy on integration and were open to all children, regardless of race. This was not the case for many other public education institutions in Ohio during that same era. Those who wish to stay the afternoon can plan to take a guided tour of the Oberlin Heritage Center at 1:30 p.m. In addition to learning more about the Little Red Schoolhouse, the tour includes the 1866 James Monroe House, and the 1884 Jewett House. Tour participants will hear stories of the Underground Railroad and abolition, student life, women's history, the development of aluminum, and much more. The tour fee is $6 for adults (with a $1 discount given to AAA members), and it is free for children as well as for Oberlin Heritage Center members. The tour is recommended for children ages 7 and above. Guided tours begin at the Monroe House, on the Heritage Center grounds. The Museum Store at the Oberlin Heritage Center (located in the Monroe House) also will be open throughout the afternoon. The Oberlin Heritage Center offers visitors free parking, in its lot accessible off of West Vine Street in Oberlin. For more information about "Saturdays at the Schoolhouse," please call the Oberlin Heritage Center at (440) 774-1700 or e-mail tourinfo@oberlinheritage.org. ### End

Einstein (5/29/2008 - 9/2/2008)

Get to know Einstein the man and Einstein the scientist in this unprecedented exhibition that explores the life and theories of one of the greatest scientists of all time. Einstein features cutting-edge interactive exhibits that animate Albert Einstein's most astonishing theories on the universe, videos on his life, science and legacy and reproductions of his manuscripts and personal letters. Call 216-694-2000 for more information or visit www.greatscience.com.

Vatican Splendors from Saint Peter's Basilica, the Vatican Museums, and the Swiss Guard ...

This prestigious collection of 200 Vatican artifacts, one of the largest ever seen in North America, includes some of the earliest known depictions of Jesus, a reliquary containing bone fragments of St. Peter and personal belongings of Michelangelo. "Vatican Splendors from St. Peter's Basilica, the Vatican Museums and Swiss Guard" will stop at only two other cities during its North American tour.

Alien Earths (5/31/2008 - 9/1/2008)

Developed by the Space Science Institute, in Boulder, Colorado, this exhibition allows visitors to join the search for planets around distant stars and for life beyond Earth. Visitors will learn about the technology and methods scientists are using to search our galactic neighborhood.

Vatican Splendors, From Saint Peter's Basilica, the Vatican Museums and Swiss Guard (5/31/2008 ...

One of the largest collections of art, documents and historically significant objects from the Vatican ever to tour North America is coming to The Western Reserve Historical Society in May. "Vatican Splendors from Saint Peter's Basilica, the Vatican Museums and Swiss Guard" will present unique objects illustrating the church's impact on history and culture through 2,000 years. The timing of the exhibition commemorates the 500th anniversary of Saint Peter's Basilica, the founding of the Vatican Museums, Michelangelo's painting of the Sistine Chapel ceiling and the establishment of the Papal Swiss Guard.

Come & Create at Storm Center Summer Arts Workshops (6/6/2008 - 8/11/2008)

Come Join the Fun! Come & Create at Storm Center Summer Art Workshops Weeks of June 23rd, July 14th, August 11th Select from lessons in Drawing-Painting-Creative Drama-Sign Language - For detailed class information call JoAnn DePolo 440.320.0900 STORMCENTER is located at 3550 Crocker Rd. , Westlake 440.808.0200 ex 309

Historic Walking Tour of the Landmarks of Oberlin's Tappan Square (6/11/2008 - 8/24/2008)

The Oberlin Heritage Center invites you to step back in time and enjoy a guided walking tour of the landmarks around Tappan Square. Learn about the earliest residents of Oberlin, hear fascinating stories of the triumphs and misfortunes linked to these landmarks, and walk away with a lively appreciation of Oberlin's unique heritage. The one-hour and fifteen-minute tour, led by Heritage Center staff and volunteers, will be offered to the public on four separate dates this summer: Thursday, June 26 at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, July 5 at 3:00 p.m., Friday, August 15 at 3:00 p.m., and Saturday, August 23 at 10:00 a.m. Advance reservations are required. To make a reservation, send an e-mail to tourinfo@oberlinheritage.org or call (440) 774-1700. Enrollment is limited, and reservations will be taken on a first-come, first-serve basis. There is a $6 per person fee ($4 for Oberlin Heritage Center members) which may be paid at the door on the day of the tour. All tours will begin at the James Monroe House, on the grounds of the Oberlin Heritage Center located at 73½ South Professor Street (in the back of the Oberlin College Conservatory of Music parking lot). Free parking is available in the Oberlin Heritage Center parking lot, accessible off of West Vine Street (behind Midas Muffler). Please note that if it is raining at the start time of the tour, it will be cancelled and refunds will be given. Clubs, organizations, family reunion organizers and others may wish to note that the walking tour is available for groups at other times by appointment through the month of October. There is a reduced fee for youth and school groups, and the tour can be modified to address lessons being taught in the classroom. For additional information, please contact Liz Schultz, Museum Education and Tour Coordinator at the Oberlin Heritage Center, by calling (440) 774-1700 or tourinfo@oberlinheritage.org . More about the Oberlin Heritage Center can be found at its website, www.oberlinheritage.org .

Girls Night: The Musical (6/12/2008 - 7/20/2008)

Girls Night: The Musical is a touching and hilarious 'tell-it-like-it-is' look at the lives of a group of female friends. Both touching and hilarious, Girls Night follows five friends as they re-live their past, celebrate their present and look to the future on a night of karaoke. Among the characters are Carol, the friend who was born to party; Anita, who never holds her tongue; Liza, the friend who has 'issues'; Kate, the boring friend who is also the designated driver; and Sharon, the not-so-angelic angel who just couldn't resist tagging along! Girls Night is packed with every classic female anthem including Girls Just Want to Have Fun, I Will Survive and Say a Little Prayer.

Summer Art Classes and Workshops (6/16/2008 - 8/19/2008)

Please see website: www.heightsarts.org. Tuesday evening workshops featuring a different artist and project each week 2-week classes that meet twice weekly either in the mornings or the afternoons: Monday/Wednesday mornings or afternoons Tuesday/Thursday mornings or afternoons Summer Session 1: June 16-26 Summer Session 2: July 14-24 Summer Session 3: August 4-14 Two 4 week classes: Wednesday evening and Sunday afternoon

Jersey Boys (6/18/2008 - 7/20/2008)

"TOO GOOD TO BE TRUE!" raves the New York Post for JERSEY BOYS, the 2006 Tony Award-winning Best Musical about Rock and Roll Hall of Fames The Four Seasons: Frankie Valli, Bob Gaudio, Tommy DeVito and Nick Massi. This is the story of how four blue-collar kids became one of the greatest successes in pop music histor. They wrote their own songs, invented their own sounds and sold 175 million records worldwide -- all before they were 30! JERSEY BOYS features their hit songs Sherry, Big Girls Don't Cry, Rag Doll, Oh What a Night and Can't Take My Eyes Off You. "IT WILL RUN FOR CENTURIES!" proclaims Time Magazine. JERSEY BOYS IS A PART OF THE KEYBANK BROADWAY SERIES.

Less Than Jake and Goldfinger (6/23/2008 - 7/8/2008)

Tuesday, July 8

Alkaline Trio with American Steel (6/23/2008 - 7/10/2008)

Thursday, July 10

Radiohead with Grizzly Bear (6/23/2008 - 8/4/2008)

Monday, August 4

Ohio Historical Marker Dedication for Downtown Oberlin (6/25/2008 - 7/9/2008)

The dedication of an Ohio Historical Marker in Downtown Oberlin, originally planned to take place on Friday, June 27, has been rescheduled to Tuesday, July 8 at 12 noon. Other details of the event remain the same. The ceremony will be held on the front lawn of the New Union Center for the Arts at 39 South Main Street in the heart of Oberlin's downtown historic district. (In case of rain, the dedication will be moved to the Oberlin Public Library's Meeting Room (65 South Main Street). This event is free and open to the public. Following a welcome from Oberlin City Council President David Sonner, brief remarks will be made by local and state officials. Invited speakers include County Commissioner Betty Blair, Jeff Siegler from Heritage Ohio, Ohio Historical Society representative J.D. Britton, Oberlin Heritage Center Executive Director Pat Murphy, and Main Street Oberlin Director Christina Nichols. The ceremony is being coordinated by the City of Oberlin Historic Preservation Commission and the Oberlin Heritage Center in cooperation with Main Street Oberlin. Light refreshments will be served following the ceremony, courtesy of downtown restaurants. Ultimately, the downtown historical marker will be permanently located at the southwest corner of Main and West College Streets, in front of the Java Zone. Oberlin's downtown National Register Historic District encompasses much of the historic core of the central business district along the south side of East and West College streets and along South Main Street. The district features an array of historic commercial buildings typical of the period from the 1860s to the 1930s. The downtown district was nominated for the National Register in 2003. The nomination form was prepared by Oberlin Heritage Center Executive Director Pat Murphy with the assistance of volunteer Dick Holsworth and others. The downtown designation helped Oberlin become one of the National Trust for Historic Preservation's Dozen Distinctive Destinations in 2004 and also led to it being designated a Preserve America Community by the U.S. Advisory Council on Historic Preservation. District designation entitles property owners to tax incentives for rehabilitation and is an important tool for promoting heritage tourism and economic revitalization. For more information, contact the Oberlin Heritage Center at 440-774-1700 or Main Street Oberlin at 774-6262. ###

AMPP Shared Images digital photography show (6/26/2008 - 8/10/2008)

AMPP - Shared Images June 26 thru August 10, 2008. A digital photography show featuring works by Heather Protz (formerly from Akron, Ohio) and Linda Alterwitz-Mizrahi from Nevada. A joint photography exhibition in which shared objects and subjects provide a jumping off point for the inter-play of two distinct photographic visions. The distinct world view of each artist, in collaboration, provides a complex, satisfying exploration of their shared minds and visions. www.hhprotz.zenfolio.com www.lindaalterwitz.com Peninsula Art Academy Call PAA at 330-657-2248 www.peninsulaartacademy.com

Late Night Catechism 2 (6/26/2008 - 7/20/2008)

Armed with banners, filmstrips, mimeographed, handout, historical facts, and hysterical insights, Sister conducts her class into convulsions of laughter. Beginning with an overview of heaven and hell as a Catholic version of Chutes and Ladders, she is soon offering her own suggestions for celebrities who might end up sharing digs with the devil, as well as a list of new sins for the new millennium. Maripat Donovan's Late Nite Catechism 2 is "blessed" with all the wit, wisdom and wackiness that made the oroginal an international hit. Join the 'flock' and see Late Nite Catechism 2.

Summer Mindscapes Exhibit (6/27/2008 - 7/20/2008)

The Summer Mindscapes Exhibit at The Log Cabin Gallery features 23 artists in a variety of mediums ranging from ceramic art to stained glass; blown art glass to beach glass jewelry; photography to dollmaking; poetry to fine art furniture. The Summer Mindscapes theme focuses upon the use of the written word as art as well as still life and summer abstractions.

THURSDAY NIGHT LIVE! On West 9th Street in Cleveland on July 10th starting at 5pm! (6/27/2008 ...

The Downtown Cleveland Alliance would like to present an event series called Thursday Night Live coming to you on the second Thursday of every month this summer! The next Thursday Night Live event will kick off on July 10th, beginning at 5:00 PM off of West 9th Street in downtown. This event consist of street olympics where people can put together a team of 7 to 9 players, and compete in basketball, badminton, and corn hole for prizes! These amazing prize packages include Indian's tickets, movie passes, valet parking passes, gift cards to restaurants and bars, and much more! This event will also be accompanied by special happy hour drinks and live music. The hour happy drinks includes $4 mixed drinks, $3 wine, and $2 beer from participating restaurants and bars such as Anatomy Ultra Lounge, Blue Point Grill, Brasa Grill Steakhouse, D'vine Wine Bar, Gillespie's Map Room, and Waterstreet Grill. So come and enjoy this fantastic event, whether you are competing or not, feel free to play in the streets, enjoy special happy hour drinks, and live music all off of West 9th! For more information please visit: www.cleveland.com/tnl.

Soup Lunch (6/30/2008 - 7/17/2008)

Soup & BDPA Joint Luncheon Wedneday, July 16,2008 11:45 - 1:00 pm Featuring Guest Speaker Stephens Owens Author & Minister Cost: $20 Log onto www.thesoupnetwork.com to register

Summer in the Courtyard Series (6/30/2008 - 10/30/2008)

Experience the family fun of outdoor movies at the Milan Historical Museum! This year, five movies will be shown, free of cost to the public in the Museum's courtyard. July 8, 2008 - BEE MOVIE July 29, 2008 - SHREK August 18, 2008 - NATIONAL TREASURE September 16, 2008 - NATIONAL TREASURE BOOK OF SECRETS October 26, 2008 - GHOSTBUSTERS

Creativity Transcends (7/1/2008 - 7/13/2008)

Creativity Transcends Every Tuesday thru Sunday Through July 13, 2008: This exhibition features a selection of works of painting, drawing and sculpture by nine visual artists who have been featured in the United Disability Service's nationally celebrated literary and art magazine, Kaleidoscope.

Bill Brandt: Shadows and Substance (7/1/2008 - 8/24/2008)

Bill Brandt: Shadows and Substance Every Tuesday thru Sunday, Through August 24, 2008: This exhibition presents 67 vintage photographs that span the career of Bill Brandt, England's greatest twentieth-century photographer.

California as Muse: The Art of Arthur & Lucia Mathews (7/1/2008 - 9/7/2008)

California as Muse: The Art of Arthur & Lucia Mathews Every Tuesday thru Sunday June September 7, 2008: This exhibition represents the rediscovery of Arthur (1860-1945) and Lucia Mathews (1870-1955), leaders of both Art Nouveau and the Arts and Crafts style in California and creators of luminous paintings, stylish furniture and dazzling decorative objects.

Viaggio by iL CiRCo (7/2/2008 - 8/23/2008)

Astounding, breathtaking, spectacular - an enchanting theatrical journey created by award-winning Imagination Entertainment. Viaggio is brought to life by the iL CiRCo troupe. Follow a young child on her journey to a world filled with colorful fantasy creatures and hauntingly beautiful music. Experience breathtaking acrobatics in this inspiring theatrical spectacle that tells the story of a child's dream. The iL CiRCo troupe has traveled worldwide, performing for more than 8 million audience members. Watch the dazzling performances including beautiful gravity-defying acts, unbelievable aerial tricks, and ethereal acrobatics all set to mesmerizing, evocative music. Intense, exciting and amazing, this production will take your breath away.

July 4th Summer Sale (7/3/2008 - 7/6/2008)

Save even more than the usual 25%-65% on your favorite brands all weekend at the Aurora Farms Premium Outlets July 4th Summer Sale. Take a relaxing break and feed the ducks on our scenic lake, and enjoy live entertainment presented by Coca-Cola. The North Coast POPS will perform patriotic, oldies, polkas and swing music in the gazebo on Friday, July 4th from 2pm to 4pm. Enjoy the sounds of Dixieland favorites from the Progressive Field Band on Saturday, July 5th from Noon to 2pm. Join us for the Northeast Ohio Corvette Club Car Show on Sunday, July 6th. View the display of over 100 antique, classic and current Corvettes and meet the vehicle owners from 10am-2pm. Aurora Farms Premium Outlets offers the best outlet shopping in Ohio. Featuring 70 designer and name brand outlets in a charming colonial American setting, the center is the perfect day trip or can be part of an overnight getaway! This impressive collection of outlet stores includes Polo Ralph Lauren Factory Store, Saks Fifth Avenue Off 5th, Coach, Gap Outlet, Tommy Hilfiger, Adidas, Calvin Klein, Brooks Brothers, Le Gourmet Chef, Nike, Bose, Michael Kors and more.

Red, White & Zoo (7/4/2008 - 7/6/2008)

Celebrate the 4th of July weekend with Cleveland Metroparks Zoo. Discounted admission and special activities including themed animal enrichment demonstrations are planned for Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Civil War Wedding (7/5/2008 - 7/6/2008)

Join the families of Wheatfield as they celebrate a very joyous occasion - the Wedding day of Miss Buckley and Mr. Richards. Miss Buckley's family has provided well for her special day. Unlike the brides of the past, Amy and her attendant will be attired in the fashionable white gowns of the day. She will also be one of the first brides in Wheatfield to have her wedding at the Church and not in her family home. A reception will be held in the garden after the ceremony and their gifts will be on display in the Buckley dining room prior to the services.

Rootstock (7/5/2008 - 7/6/2008)

Alma Theater Sat July 5, 7pm. Folknet artists Elaine Ohm, Cabbage Creek, Deborah Van Kleef, Tom Conner and Jan Hammond, Jim Gill and Doc Dreyfus. Sun July 6, 7pm. Folknet artists Sarah Goslee Reed, Tina Bergmann and Bryan Thomas, The Erie Travelers, Rio Neon.

Coldplay (7/6/2008)

Sunday, Jul 6