Apr 20 – May 3, 2022

Apr 20 - May 3, 2022 / Vol. 51 / No. 52

Raising Cane’s to Open in Amherst This Year

The slow march to make sure every Northeast Ohioan lives no more than a 10-minute drive from a Raising Cane’s continues later this year as the ever-growing chain will open a location in Amherst at 938 N. Leavitt Rd. Despite chicken fingers traffic chicken fingers concerns, chicken fingers the chicken fingers suburb chicken fingers moved chicken…

Cleveland’s Biitchseat To Release New Album on May 27

The local indie rock act Biitchseat will release its sophomore album, Float, on May 27, and in advance of its release, the band has put out a music video for the tune “I’ll Still Be Thinking of You.” “The video was another very fun collaboration with our dear friend Connor Hadley (he/they) who was also…

Eminem and Duran Duran Lead List of Rock Hall Inductees for 2022

Earlier today, the Rock Hall announced the latest class of Inductees. It’s no surprise that rapper Eminem and ‘80s act Duran Duran will be inducted. The other acts on the list include Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo, Eurythmics, Dolly Parton, Lionel Richie and Carly Simon. Both heavy metal act Judas Priest and producers Jimmy Jam…

15+ Things To Do in Cleveland This Weekend (May 5 to May 8)

Our weekly picks of the best things to do in Cleveland this weekend. Also check out our full Cleveland event calendar. THU 05/05 Black Violin Black Violin members Kev Marcus and Wil Baptiste met in orchestra class at Dillard High School in Fort Lauderdale. After college, they produced beats for South Florida rappers and began building…

Chuck Walder Roundly Defeats Diane Grendell in Geauga County Auditor’s Race

Chuck Walder, the incumbent auditor in Geauga County, has withstood a challenge from Diane Grendell,  handily defeating the Larry Householder-aligned State Representative and wife of controversial Geauga County Probate and Juvenile Court Judge Timothy Grendell in the Tuesday primary election.  Though the final days of the campaign in semi-exurban, semi-rural Geauga County were tense, featuring…

What Can Philadelphia Learn From Cleveland’s Water Department?

This is part two of a three-part series looking at the state of water affordability in Cleveland, Philadelphia and beyond, authored by the Northeast Ohio Solutions Journalism Collaborative in partnership with Resolve Philly in Philadelphia. You can find Part 1 here. Robert Ballenger’s office in Center City Philadelphia is filled to the brim with stacks…

AWOLNATION To Play Agora in October

The alt-rock act AWOLNATION has just announced the dates of a headlining tour this fall with special guests Badflower and the Mysterines. The trek comes to the Agora on Oct. 19. This month, AWOLNATION will release a new covers and compilations album featuring collaborations with Beck, Jewel, Portugal. The Man, Taylor Hanson of Hanson, Brandon…

Workers, Allies, Activists Gather to Celebrate May Day, Starbucks Unionization Efforts

Baristas at local unionizing Starbucks stores joined workers’ organizations, activists and allies in an annual celebration of workers in University Circle Sunday.  Before the late afternoon rain, a roster of speakers championed an array of local policy campaigns and drew connections between workers rights and social, environmental, reproductive and housing justice. May 1 is International…

Top Over 60 Dating Apps: Dating Sites for Senior Singles Over 50

Los Angeles based certified dating coach, Damona Hoffman, said over the last 10 years, “60+ is one of the fastest-growing groups of online daters.” As people age and lose their long-time spouses or partners, getting out to meet new people may prove difficult, especially for the last two years and COVID shutdowns. Online dating is…

Cleveland Taco Week Starts One Week From Today

Cleveland Taco Week will kick off on Monday, May 9th. For seven days (May 9th – May 15th) taco lovers will have the opportunity to visit participating Cleveland Taco Week locations to enjoy $2 tacos. The idea is to get people to embrace the food and culture of Cleveland while getting them out to eat,…

Here is Trump Endorsing Candidate in Ohio Who Doesn’t Exist

Trump: We’ve endorsed Dr.Oz. We’ve endorsed JP right? JD Mandell. He’s doing great pic.twitter.com/wkP3KetanL — Acyn (@Acyn) May 1, 2022 At a rally in Nebraska this weekend, former President Donald Trump touted his endorsement of a candidate for Senate in Ohio who does not exist: JD Mandel. Trump clearly had his signals crossed, mixing up…

Literary Cleveland, Anisfield-Wolf and Great Lakes Af-Am Writers Conference Join Forces for Cleveland Book Week 2022

Three literary events in Cleveland will combine for a first-of-its-kind mega book week in September, 2022. Literary Cleveland, the literary arts nonprofit that, among other things, hosts the annual Inkubator Writers Conference; the Anisfield-Wolf Book Awards, which annually honors work that contribute to our understanding of racism; and the Great Lakes African-American Writers Conference (GLAAWC,…

US Air Guitar Regional Championship Returns to Winchester in June

US Air Guitar, the official governing body of competitive air guitar in America, just announced that the competition will visit ten U.S. cities this year, including Cleveland. The Cleveland Regional Championship will determine who will represent the city in the tournament’s US Air Guitar Championship National Final that’ll be broadcast on ESPN in August. Hosted…

Downtown Cleveland Restaurant Week Runs May 13 Through May 22

Downtown Cleveland Alliance’s annual showcase of downtown Cleveland restaurants will kick off this year on Friday, May 13th. The promotion runs through Sunday, May 22nd. As always, diners will enjoy specially priced prix-fixe lunch and dinner menus at numerous restaurants. The list of participating eateries is growing by the day and can be viewed here.…

Board Responsible for Reviewing Complaints About University Circle Police Did Not Do So in 2020 or 2021, Lawyer Says

In advocating for legislation to expand his police department’s jurisdiction to Little Italy, University Circle Police Chief Jim Repicky told Cleveland City Council members how the department responds to residents’ complaints about police conduct. It’s a process outlined in the agreement that University Circle Inc. (UCI) signed with Cleveland in 2018 requiring complaints to be…

Ohio Celebrates 150 Years of Arbor Day

Besides providing shade and looking nice, experts say trees are a vital element of livable communities. Today marks the 150th anniversary of Arbor Day, an annual national holiday recognizing the importance of trees. Elizabeth Grace, director of urban fundraising for the Western Reserve Land Conservancy in Cleveland, is working with local partners to bring the…

Ohio Sec. of State Frank LaRose Says Dems Might Wreck Election Integrity If They Win, Touts Trump, Who’s Suspected of Election Fraud

Ohio’s top elections official on Sunday tweeted that if Democrats win in Ohio they might undermine secure elections. Then he boasted of an endorsement from someone who is himself under investigation for possible election fraud. It might demonstrate the needle Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose is trying to thread as he runs on a…

Larder Chef and Author Jeremy Umansky Nominated for James Beard Media Award

On Wednesday, the James Beard Foundation announced the nominees for its Media Awards, which includes Book, Broadcast Media and Journalism. Chef Jeremy Umansky of Larder was on the list. His book, “Koji Alchemy: Rediscovering the Magic of Mold-Based Fermentation,” co-authored with Rich Shih, is up for an award in the Reference, History, and Scholarship category. “Rich and…

Keto Maxx USA And Canada Reviews – (Scam Or Legit) Does It Really Work ?

Losing weight is a regular battle for many people around the world and affects nearly every aspect of their life. A lot of people adopt extreme diets, weight reduction strategies or use dangerous supplements that contain harmful substances to achieve a fast progress. The desire to lose weight and improve health is an endless notion, but ultimately…

Kenmore First Fridays To Feature Live Music, Vendors and Breweries

Kenmore Neighborhood Alliance, Akron Civic Commons and the Rotary Club of Akron have just announced the return of Kenmore First Fridays to the historic Kenmore Boulevard business district in Akron. Things kick off on June 3 with live music from the honky-tonk group the Shootouts, an Akron band whose third album, Stampede, will be produced…

Cleveland Police Would Rather Discuss its Use of Facial Recognition Technology in Private

At Cleveland City Council’s Public Safety Committee hearing Wednesday, Public Safety Director Karrie Howard cut off a conversation about the department’s use of facial recognition technology, asking council that they continue the conversation in private. Ward 1 Councilman Joe Jones had asked the public safety presenters about the technological capabilities of the city’s cameras. Cleveland’s…

Live Nation To Offer $25 Tickets to Many Upcoming Cleveland Concerts

Live Nation today announced the return of Concert Week, a promotion offering $25 all-in tickets to more than 3,700 shows taking place across North America this year. The week-long program marks the kick-off to the summer concert season. The ticket offer includes performances in clubs, theaters, amphitheaters, arenas and stadiums, featuring acts such Backstreet Boys, Dierks Bentley,…

Natures Only CBD Gummies Reviews (Cost, Scam Exposed) 300 mg | Where to Buy?

Natures Only CBD Gummies: A formula that helps to improve both mental and physical health Natures Only CBD Gummies Reviews: – In today’s generation, we demand that we work day and night to achieve a healthy and prosperous existence. A fulfilling life necessitates hard work, patience, and improved mental health. If a person’s health is…

Rum Runners in the Flats Opens Thursday, April 28

Thirsty Dog Brewing in the Flats closed over winter. Taking its place is Rum Runners (1085 Old River Rd.), which opens tomorrow for its initial weekend run. To Flats-goers of a certain age, Rum Runners is a name that doubtless conjures memories. Rum Runners, along with places like River’s Edge, Fagan’s, D’Poo’s on the River…

After Covid Delay, 300 Musicians Mark the 50th Anniversary of the Kent State Tragedy, Plus the Rest of This Week’s Classical Music Picks

Before the novel coronavirus crashed the party, ClevelandClassical.com provided Scene with a weekly list of concerts that our editors thought would interest readers who aren’t hard-core classical music fans, but who might like to venture into new territory from time to time. Now that live concerts have returned, we’ll pick half a dozen events each…

‘Life Sucks’ Delivers Laughs and Profound Questions at Dobama Theatre

When playwright Aaron Posner was born, chances are he looked around and said, “You’re kidding, right?” This renowned playwright (he’s also a much-lauded director) displays a cheerful disregard for what people expect of theater, which results in an engaging, frequently hilarious product. An example of that is now on view at Dobama Theatre with their…

15+ Things To Do in Cleveland This Weekend (April 28 to May 1)

Our weekly picks of the best things to do in Cleveland this weekend. Also check out our full Cleveland event calendar. THU 04/28 Orquesta Akokán The Grammy-nominated Cuban/New York big band Orquesta Akokán released its acclaimed new album, 16 Rayos, late last year on the New York label Daptone Records and a tour in support of…

“Do It For the Kids Who Are Still Alive”: Congolese Community Urges Traffic Calming After Death of Five-Year-Old in Cleveland

On W. 50th Street, just south of Clark Avenue in Cleveland’s Clark-Fulton neighborhood, a home-made sign urging motorists to slow down has been installed on a tree lawn. The urgency of the message is dramatized by the makeshift memorial over which it presides, balloons and teddy bears where mourners have marked the death of  five-year-old Apolina…

‘Encanto’ Sing-Along Tour Coming to Blossom

Disney Concerts just announced summer tour dates for Encanto: The Sing-Along Film Concert Tour. The event will feature a screening of the entire feature-length film and an on-stage band that’ll play the hit songs from the soundtrack, which features eight original songs by songwriter/composer Lin-Manuel Miranda (Hamilton, Moana) with an original score by Academy Award-nominated…

Mike Petrone To Celebrate 6,000th Performance at Johnny’s Downtown

When Johnny’s Downtown first opened in the Warehouse District on June 3, 1993, local pianist Mike Petrone sat at the piano and performed. Now, nearly 29 years later, Petrone is set to give his 6,000th performance at the restaurant and bar. He’ll mark that milestone on Friday, May 6. Dinner reservations can be made, and there…

CSU President Harlan Sands Gets Boot Over “Differences” with Board, Provost Laura Bloomberg to Take Over

The Cleveland State University Board of Trustees announced Tuesday morning that they had “mutually agreed” with university president Harlan Sands that he should skedaddle. Sands will vacate his leadership role, per a cryptic board email, over “differences regarding how the university should be led in the future.” Dr. Laura Bloomberg, CSU’s Provost and Senior Vice…

New Local Singer-Songwriter Series to Launch on May 7 at Happy Dog’s Underdog

On Saturday, May 7, at the Underdog, the Happy Dog’s downstairs bar/performance space, local singer-songwriter James Pequignot will launch the Quiet Room, something that’ll become a monthly event featuring acoustic performances by local talent. “I saw a couple of shows that [local singer-songwriter] Brian Straw did at the Underdog,” says Pequignot when asked about the…

Cleveland’s the Sublets Release Second Single, ‘Finally Free’

Formed in 2018 by guitarist, songwriter and singer George Chase, the Sublets possess an alternative sound anchored in “urgent and infectious melodies.” The group, which also features bassist Daniel Lee and drummer Stephen Nicholson, released its first single, “The Fallout,” earlier this year. This week, it has released its second single, “Finally Free,” a track…

Ikaria Lean Belly Juice Reviews – Is it Safe to Use & Worth Buying?

Ikaria Lean Belly Juice Supplement Reviews – Ikaria Lean Belly Juice is an all-natural weight loss blend that helps to eliminate unwanted fats while also delivering plenty of energy. Learn everything in this Ikaria Lean Belly Juice Review! Official Website: Click Here What is Ikaria Lean Belly Juice Powder? The Ikaria Lean Belly Juice is…

The Lighthouse and the Whaler Releases New Live Album

Locally based indie rock act the Lighthouse and the Whaler has just released a new live album, Talk (Live from the Tenk). It recorded the album here in Cleveland. “During the pandemic, we had the opportunity to go into a warehouse space we had access to and record a live version of our album Talk,”…

Preview: Northstar Cafe and Bar, Opening Soon at Van Aken District

In a few weeks, Northstar Café will join its sister establishment Brassica at Van Aken District in Shaker Heights. Construction began last summer on the space, which commands the southwest corner of Farnsleigh and Warrensville. When the craft paper comes down from the windows in the coming days, neighbors will see for the first time…

Federal Court Says It’ll Order Implementation of Rejected Ohio Map in May Without Legislative Redistricting Plan by Then

A federal court says without action in the latest legislative redistricting process, they will institute a previously rejected map into the 2022 election. The three-judge panel of the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Ohio Eastern Division has previously held back from making decisions in the uncertain redistricting effort concerning state Senate and…

Ohio-Based Really Good Boxed Wine Lives Up to Its Name

Boxed wine has an unfortunate association with inferior vintages made to be chugged at sorority mixers. While major boxed wine brands available at the grocery store have their share of the market, most wines that connoisseurs consider palatable historically are bottled instead of boxed. That’s changing, though. Wine has come a long way, and it…

Pink Martini To Play Cain Park in June

The Grog Shop has just announced that its first-ever co-presented concert at Cain Park will feature the classical/jazz/baroque pop act Pink Martini. The band will perform at 8 p.m. on Thursday, June 30, at the venue, and the concert will feature singer China Forbes. “Pink Martini is a lovely combination of classical jazz and baroque…

Legal Recreational Marijuana in Ohio Could Mean $375 Million Per Year in Tax Revenue, OSU Researchers Say

Recreational marijuana in Ohio could mean up to $375 million in annual tax revenue for the state, according to new research from Ohio State University. The study, released just in time for America’s annual, informal marijuana celebration day Wednesday, uses tax estimates from an initiated statute effort to legalize marijuana in the state, possibly via…


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