Colin Kane Thu., May 26 Comedy Recently making his film debut opposite Kevin Hart in The Wedding Ringer and winning Howard Stern’s “Kill or Be Killed” comedy competition, Colin Kane is known for his insult comedy tactic. Between his in-your-face delivery and off-the-cuff crowd work, Kane’s work has proven contagious across the country; sex, relationships and race are fair game and those who sit in the front row… Well, you’re brave souls. For a raucous evening with a raw performer, catch Kane tonight at 7:30 at the Improv, where he performs through Saturday. Tickets are $17.Cleveland Bazaar Fri., May 27 Art Exhibits With over a decade of amazing events, Cleveland Bazaar, Northeast Ohio’s longest-running indie craft show is back this summer on every second and fourth Friday of the month. Beginning at 10 a.m. today, Cleveland Bazaar brings its eclectic crafters to U.S. Bank Plaza beginning. Free.Berea’s National Rib Cookoff Fri., May 27 Seasonal Special Happenings Over the past 17 years, Berea’s National Rib Cook-Off has been a Memorial Day staple. This year will mark the festivals 18th year at the Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds. Some 16 Rib Teams will compete weekend long for prizes for the top ribs. There will also be a children’s activity area. Friday Night is “Bike Night” sponsored by Rock-N-Roll City Harley-Davidson. Bikers also are invited to bring their bikes inside the gates to a special parking right next to the midway. Tonight’s entertainment includes the Eagles tribute band Fastlane, Ohio Rock Legends and Colin Dussault’s Blues Band. For all Festival information go to the website or call the Hotline Number at 440-234-5181. Admission is free before 5 p.m. today and $5 after 5 p.m. The festival continues through Monday. bereaRib.com.Tidal Cool fashion show benefiting Nature’s Bin / Cornucopia Inc Fri., May 27, 7-10 p.m. shannon.okey@gmail.com Fund-Raisers, Art Exhibits Local designer Andrea Howell of Tidal Cool presents her new Cuba Libre collection in a charity runway show, with all event proceeds donated to the Cornucopia Inc/Nature’s Bin job training program for adults with disabilities. In addition to the runway, several local beauty- and fashion-focused small businesses will be setting up stations to provide beauty services, including Revival, Tease, Glam & Grace, Yates Apothecary, and more. Keep an eye on the event Facebook page for updates. Drink specials at Lake Affect’s bar, too! $15-35Taste of Summer Fri., May 27 Seasonal Special Happenings For 24 years, the Great American Rib Cook-Off had been a staple Cleveland event. To take its place, Flats East Bank will host Taste of Summer, a weekend-long event that will feature food, local music, craft cocktails, beer, local vendors, a rock climbing wall, zip line, corn hole, volleyball and many more activities. In addition to all the food and fun, Taste of Summer will also include a Cavs watch party for the playoffs and will televise the Indians games series so sports fans don’t go into withdrawals. The event takes place from 4 to 10 p.m. today and from noon to 10 p.m. tomorrow and Sunday. Admission is free. clevescene.com/cleveland/tasteofsummerThe Fountainhead Sat., May 28 Film A 1949 adaptation of Ayn Rand’s classic novel, The Fountainhead was actually written by Rand herself. Gary Cooper plays Howard Roark, an architect who attempts to find compromise between his personal beliefs and the tastes of the establishment. A work of bigger philosophical ideas as well as one of individual struggle, the film paints Roark as an “ideal man” who values his own ideas over others’. The film screens today at 6:45 and tomorrow at 4 at the Cleveland Institute of Art Cinematheque. Tickets are $10, $8 for members.Gladiators vs. Philadelphia Soul Sat., May 28 Sports (Spectator) With the Cleveland Browns headed toward yet another season of rebuilding, why not get your football fix with the Cleveland Gladiators, our Arena Football team that has proved to be competitive (back in 2014, they made it to the championship game). Tonight at 7, the team squares off against the Philadelphia Soul, the team that whopped their asses in the season opener. It’s Military Salute Night, and there will be a free T-shirt giveaway. Tickets start at $10.Praxis Fiber Workshop Anniversary Event Sat., May 28 Art Exhibits It’s hard to believe it’s been a year already since Praxis Fiber Workshop officially opened its doors to the public. Located just west of East 156th St. on Waterloo Rd. in Collinwood, Praxis’ facilities include a formal gallery space, a communal studio space and individual studios spaces. Over the past year, Praxis has hosted formal exhibitions, students, community groups and many special events. To celebrate their first year, Praxis hosts a full day of activities from 1 to 9 p.m. today. You can dye your own t-shirt (bring your own or buy one for $3). At 2 p.m., Maura Rogers & the Bellows will play live in the gallery, and Laura Yurko (CIA ’17) will follow with a performance of her own at 4 p.m. From 7 to 9 p.m., the evening will conclude with an Underground Classical Launch Party with music from Oblivion Project. Free. (Usmani) 15301 Waterloo Rd, praxisfiberworkshop.org.The Best Years of Our Lives Sun., May 29 Film Following three U.S. veterans trying to fit back in stateside after World War II, the 1946 classic The Best Years of Our Lives won seven Oscars including Best Picture and Best Actor (Fredric March). One of the most celebrated American films in history, it’s sure to move even modern audiences to tears. The only screening is tonight at 6:30 p.m. at the Cleveland Institute of Art Cinematheque. Tickets are $10, $8 for members.Cleveland Improv Jam When: Sundays The Angry Ladies of Improv has hosted the Cleveland Improv Jam for four years now. A few years back, Scene described the show as “fierce, formidable and very funny.” The women have some serious experience too. Katie White-Sonby is an actress who’s performed at Clague Playhouse, Karamu and Kennedy’s Cabaret. Marjorie Preston is an alumna of Something Dada and Rockwell 9 improvisational comedy troupes. Dionne Atchison is a theater artist with Cleveland Public Theatre, and Brenna “MC” Connor is an actress and improviser. The event begins with a short-form set of improv games, followed by a longform improv set. It begins at 5 p.m. at Coffee Phix. Arrive early if you want to sign up and perform. Admission is free.
