The Senior Players Championship This professional golf tournament runs through Sunday, concluding with a trophy ceremony on the final day. Concerts are held on the course after play concludes during the first three days with artists like Marc Lee Shannon, Kameron Marlowe and The Vindys with The Commonheart on the schedule. One-day tickets start at $30. Firestone Country Club, 452 East Warner Rd., Akron. Gates open at 9 a.m. on July 12; 8:30 a.m. on July 13 and 14, now through July 14. DETAILS Luke Bryan at Blossom Luke Bryan, an “American Idol” judge and five-time Country Music Association Entertainer of the Year, also holds the very 21st-century distinction of being the most “digital single RIAA certified” country artist of all time with 84 million digital single units to go with his 30 No. 1 hits. Dillion Carmichael, Alana Springsteen Larry Fleet and DJ Rock will open. 7 p.m. Tickets start at $89.25. Blossom Music Center, Cuyahoga Falls. 6:30 p.m., July 12. DETAILS Cleveland Fashion Gala The 2024 Cleveland Fashion Gala is set for this weekend, a joint-charity fashion show raising money for the Sweetest Day Foundation and David Njoku’s God Is Execelltion Foundation. This year’s theme is “The New Roaring Twenties of Fashion” and will feature a variety of celebrity collaborators. Cleveland City Hall Rotunda. 5:30 p.m., July 14. DETAILS Farmfest 2024 Farmfest returns this weekend to celebrate the 34th anniversary of the Lake Metroparks Farmpark. Animal encounters, wagon rides, educational activities, pony rides and more will be available during the all-day event. Free admission. Lake Metroparks Farmpark, Kirtland. 9 a.m., July 13. DETAILS Great Lakes Medieval Faire Enjoy family fun with a 13th-century twist. Head to the Shire of Avaloch for a day of food, rides, crafts, games, vendors, live entertainment and much more. Tickets $25, $5 children 12 and under. Weekend and season passes also available. 3033 State Route 534, Rock Creek. 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. weekends, July 6 - August 1. DETAILS |
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Asian Lantern Festival The Asian Lantern Festival returns with attractions that include a 50-foot-tall pagoda, walk-through tunnels, and immersive themed areas, including Crystal World and the Blooming Gardens. Live acrobatic performances will be featured every hour and culturally inspired food will be available. Tickets start at $21 in advance (members) or $24 in advance for nonmembers. Through August 25. 3900 Wildlife Way, Cleveland. DETAILS “MJ” The musical based on the making of Michael Jackson’s 1992 Dangerous World Tour, kicks off its stint in Cleveland next week. The show will be performed at the KeyBank State Theatre through August. Tickets start at $39. DETAILS Lake County Captains vs. Lansing Lugnuts The Lake County Captains have four games in a row at home against the Lansing Lugnuts. Promotions for these games include fireworks, Dawgs Day, Halloween in July, ‘Merica Night and more. Tickets start at $10. 7 p.m., July 11-13; 1 p.m., July 14, Classic Auto Group Park, 35300 Vine St., Eastlake. DETAILS Lake Erie Crushers vs. Evansville Otters The Lake Erie Crushers will take on the Evansville Otters in three back-to-back games at home. Promotions during the trio of weekend games include two fireworks shows, Barbie Day and Women in Sports Night. Tickets start at $11. 7:05 p.m., July 12 and 13; 2:05 p.m., July 14 Crushers Stadium. DETAILS Walkabout Tremont It’s the second Friday of every month, meaning it’s time for another Walkabout Tremont. The event highlights the walkability of Cleveland’s Tremont neighborhood with its many restaurants, shops, art galleries and beyond. Pop-up vendors, food and drink specials, live music and more is in store for the celebration, with July’s theme being “American Classics.” 5 p.m., July 12. DETAILS Brad Williams with special guest J.B. Ball Brad Williams will bring his hilarious stand-up comedy act to Northeast Ohio this weekend. Williams is known for several TV appearances, including his stand-up specials like “Fun Size” and “The Degenerates.” Tickets start at $30. 7 p.m., July 12, Goodyear Theater, 1201 E. Market St., Akron. DETAILS St. Vladimir Cathedral Ukrainian Festival St. Vladimir Ukrainian Orthodox Cathedral in Parma is hosting its annual Ukrainian Festival this weekend. Ukrainian food, art, live music and more will take over Parma’s Ukrainian village for the all-day event. Admissions is free. Noon, July 13 St. Vladimir Cathedral, 5913 State Rd., Parma. DETAILS ‘Corvair: The American Porsche’ Whether you think of the Corvair as a design innovation or unloved stepchild, the vehicle turns 64 years old this year, and the Crawford Auto Museum at the Western Reserve Historical Society has a full-throttle exhibition called “Corvair: The American Porsche?” which examines the sporty sedan line’s brief history. The exhibition itself is a delightful time warp, chock full of history, well-executed displays and impeccable automotive design prowess. With seven different Corvair models on display at the museum located at 10825 East Boulevard, Cleveland, this could be your car enthusiast’s banner event for the year. READ MORE “Korean Couture: Generations of Revolution” This exhibit at the Cleveland Museum of Art looks at history and the transformative legacy of Korean fashion. Thirty garments plus accompanying ephemera are showcased. These range from excavated 17th-century aristocratic garments to contemporary Korean couture by leading and emerging designers. Free. Through Oct. 13. 11150 East Blvd., Cleveland. DETAILS Monet in Focus This special exhibition at the Cleveland Museum of Art showcases five exquisite paintings by French Impressionist Claude Monet created during the tail end of his career, including three works on loan from the Musée Marmottan Monet in Paris. Free. 11150 East Blvd., Cleveland. Now through Aug. 11. DETAILS |
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FOOD & DRINK How to picnic like a pro at Blossom Music Center Going to Blossom Music Center to hear the Cleveland Orchestra is much more than a musical experience. It’s also about the food. We offer 28 pointers on how to navigate Blossom, from food to drink to what to bring and what to never forget. READ MORE Tequila ’n Tigers tasting coming up The Akron Zoo is holding Tequila ’n Tigers, a tasting set for Saturday, July 13. The event includes tastings, plus animal demonstrations (tiger-training sessions!), music and more. The zoo holds a variety of tasting from craft beer and more throughout the year. READ MORE THIS WEEK'S RESTAURANT PICKS Floressa Floressa, a bakery and cafe in Cleveland’s Clark-Fulton neighborhood, has a variety of tasting baked goods, cakes and more. When a pal brings you an assortment of individually wrapped gluten-free cookies for a cookout, you say thanks and enjoy. Huge chewy cookies ranging from oatmeal and chocolate chips to Tahini marshmallow hit the spot after a meal. Or instead of a meal, ha! It’s at 3328 W. 33rd St., Cleveland. READ MORE Kyuu-Juu Kyuu-Juu, a contemporary Japanese pop-up concept from Ryan Endrian, is one of the busiest pop-ups in town. Kyuu-Juu specializes in sushi like you’ve never had it before, with tapas-like small plates making up the menu. Items like flash-fried octopus and kurage jellyfish are not to be missed. Kyuu-Juu has July pop-ups planned at Patron Saint Cafe + Bar, Never Say Dive, Solstice Lakewood and more. Follow @kyuujuu.1990 on Instagram to stay up to date with future events. DETAILS Vincent William Wine If tickets to a Mediterranean town aren’t in your budget this year, grab a seat on the terrace at the new Vincent William Wine in Madison, Ohio. The terrace behind the sprawling mansion meets Lake Erie for incredible views that make you forget land life. The winery/restaurant offers a carefree chic, European vibe as well as local wines and approachable food. The menu includes sharable appetizers and flatbreads. Artfully executed entrees include burger, pasta, salmon, scallops, lamb, salmon and a USDA prime-grade Delmonico steak. Wine and craft cocktails are available. Bring your sunscreen. DETAILS |
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TV & MOVIES "Descendants: The Rise of Red" Underestimate the popularity of the “Descendants” films at your own peril. Since the 2015 original debuted on the Disney Channel, the subsequent trilogy of movies have proved a huge hit with kids. When the trailer for the upcoming fourth movie, “Descendants: The Rise of Red,” debuted earlier this year, it generated 86 million views within 10 days. This time, the new “Descendants” movie is launching first on Disney+, on Friday, July 12, before arriving on the Disney Channel next month. “The Rise of Red” centers on Red (Kylie Cantrall), the rebellious daughter of the Queen of Hearts, and Chloe (Malia Baker), kin to Cinderella. DETAILS “The Bachelorette” Jenn Tran, who competed for Joey Graziadei’s heart on last season of “The Bachelor,” is ABC’s new “Bachelorette.” Tran, a physician’s assistant student, is the first Asian American to lead the series. The series premiered Monday, July 8, on ABC. Episodes also stream on Hulu. DETAILS “Sunny” Rashida Jones stars in a new mystery for Apple TV+ centering around one of the hottest topics of late, artificial intelligence. In “Sunny,” Jones plays a woman living in Japan whose husband and son go missing after a plane crash. She’s gifted with a domestic robot to keep her company and help her through her grief. DETAILS “The Hungry Games: Alaska’s Big Bear Challenge” With the success of “Love Island USA” and “The Traitors,” Peacock has two hit reality competition shows on its roster. Next, hungry bears are the stars of a new non-scripted series for the streamer. “The Hungry Games: Alaska’s Big Bear Challenge” tracks Alaskan brown bears as they seek to eat enough food (approximately three-million calories) to sustain them through their winter slumber. To do so, the hangry bears must battle mother nature and each other. As the title suggests, “The Hungry Games” is presented like a competition show. DETAILS "Planet Earth: Mammals” Sir David Attenborough, has a new wildlife docuseries dedicated to a variety of mammals. “Planet Earth: Mammals” looks at, you guessed it, mammals big and small adapting to their evolving natural habitat due to human activity and the effects of climate change. The six-part series premieres Saturday, July 13, on BBC America and AMC+. DETAILS "Emperor of Ocean Park" A new original for MGM+ explores the world of politics and academia against the backdrop of Martha’s Vineyard. “Emperor of Ocean Park ″ is a thriller mystery series based on a novel of the same name and debuts Sunday, July 14. Oscar winner Forest Whitaker and Grantham Coleman star. DETAILS |
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Train and REO Speedwagon Pop hitmakers Train team up with REO Speedwagon, one of their classic po-rock progenitors, giving fans a night of hits, including the former’s Grammy-winning Drops of Jupiter (Tell Me)” and “Hey, Soul Sister,” and the latter’s ‘70s and ‘80s radio staples, “Ridin’ The Storm Out,” “Keep On Lovin’ You,” and “Can’t Fight This Feeling. Blossom Music Center, Cuyahoga Falls. 6:25 p.m. Tickets start at $48.65, July 15. DETAILS Chicago and Earth, Wind & Fire A pair of Rock Hall inducted groups, Chicago (2016) and Earth, Wind & Fire (2000), team up for an evening filled with tunes that resemble the sound of middle and late 1970s radio. So many memorable horn charts on top of so many classic grooves should have the likely Boomer-heavy crowd dancing in their seats. Blossom Music Center, Cuyahoga Falls. 7:30 p.m. Tickets start at $38.55, July 16. DETAILS Alanis Morissette Canadian alt-rock goddess Alanis Morissette returns to Blossom with 2015 Rock Hall inductee Joan Jett & The Blackhearts and up-and-coming Nashville singer-songwriter Morgan Wade opening. 7 p.m. Tickets start $25.55. DETAILS |
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