CLEVELAND, Ohio – Summer officially starts this week, and there are plenty of things to do throughout Greater Cleveland. “Hamilton” is playing at Playhouse Square, Juneteenth concerts are scheduled, Dairy Days is set, minor-league baseball games are coming up and many other events and activities are going on.
Here are 34 items to peruse for date nights, family outings and more from Thursday, June 19, to Wednesday, June 25:
Hamilton
The classic, definitive musical of American history is playing in Cleveland. As Lin Manual-Miranda says: It’s the story of America then, told by America now. So take your shot and be in the room where it happens. Ticket prices vary. Related: Back where it happens: Tyler Fauntleroy’s ‘Hamilton’ journey comes full circle in Cleveland
Through Sunday, July 6
KeyBank State Theatre, 1519 Euclid Ave., Cleveland
playhousesquare.org
David Njoku Celebrity Softball Game
The annual charity softball game brings together a who’s who of former and current Browns and other Cleveland athletes for a home run derby and softball game. Tickets are $21.50. Related: David Njoku Celebrity Softball Game coming up and Joe Flacco, Shedeur Sanders among David Njoku Celebrity Softball Game players
4:30 p.m. (gates), 6 p.m. (home run derby), 7 p.m. (game) Thursday, June 19
35300 Vine St, Eastlake
milb.com
Dearest Enemy
Rodgers and Hart’s 1925 American music comedy will celebrate Akron’s bicentennial with a rare revival of the only Broadway musical that premiered in Akron 100 years ago. The romantic comedy takes place in 1776. Free.
7 p.m. Saturday, June 21
Goodyear Theater, 1201 E. Market St., Akron
eventbrite.com
Beautiful: The Carole King Musical
“Beautiful” tells the true story of Carole King’s remarkable rise from a teenage songwriter in Brooklyn, New York, to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. It’s billed as a “powerful and moving story of self-discovery, perseverance, and triumph.” Ticket prices vary.
Today - Thursday, June 19 - to Sunday, July 13
7:30 p.m. Thursdays to Saturdays and 2:30 p.m. Sundays
Weathervane Playhouse, 1301 Weathervane Lane, Akron
weathervaneplayhouse.com
The Indigo Girls
The duo is still at it. Amy Ray and Emily Saliers bring their classic American folk-rock sounds to town. You don’t have to go to the mountains or the doctor to hear them. Just Cleveland. Ticket prices vary.
6 p.m. (doors), 7:30 p.m. (show) Monday, June 23
The Asylum at Masonic Temple, 3615 Euclid Ave., Cleveland
templelive.com
Rockin’ on the River
Bad JuJu (’90s/2000s rock) with Truss will help take you back in time at Black River Landing. Tickets: $10.
8:45 p.m. Thursday, June 20
421 Black River Lane, Lorain
rockinontheriver.com
Rockin’ on the River
The Iron Maidens – an all-female tribute to Iron Maiden - performs at Black River Landing with Paradise Kitty, an all-female Guns N’ Roses tribute. Tickets: $10 (pre-sale), $15 (at the gate).
5:30 p.m. Friday, June 21
421 Black River Lane, Lorain
rockinontheriver.com
Mentor Rocks
Uncle Kracker will headline the summer music series this week. Area vendors will have food, beer and wine. It’s lawn seating, so bring blankets or chairs. Free. Related: Gavin McGraw, Uncle Kracker headline Mentor Rocks concert series
7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, June 24
Mentor Civic Amphitheater, 8500 Civic Center Blvd., Mentor
mentorrocks.info
Ryan Adams
The seven-time Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter performs. Adams, who used to front Rock-Americana groups Whiskeytown and Ryan Adams & the Cardinals, is in town for a midweek show. Ticket prices vary.
7:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 25
Goodyear Theater, 1201 E. Market St., Akron
ticketmaster.com
Forest Forms
Holden Arboretum’s Forest Forms is billed as an artful exploration of nature’s lines, rhythm and movement. The traveling outdoor exhibition is from artist Huelani Mei. $13 to $19 (free, ages 2 and under).
Through Sunday, Sept. 7
holdenfg.org
Mahoning Valley Scrappers
The Scrappers face the Frederick Keys with a few promotions in place. On Autism Awareness Night, the team will wear Peanuts 75th anniversary jerseys. Game-worn jerseys themed to the famed comic strip will be auctioned at the game and online. A youth jersey giveaway is set for the first 750 kids (12 and under). Tickets for A’s means kids who present a report card at the box office at Eastwood Field will receive a free ticket for every A (equivalent grade markings will be accepted, and tickets can be upgraded). And to round out the night, Cerveza Saturday means Corona and Modelo specials will be offered. Ticket prices vary.
Cafaro Field, 111 Eastwood Mall Blvd., Niles
6 p.m. (gates) 7:05 p.m. (first pitch) Saturday, June 21
mlbdraftleague.com/mahoning-valley
Akron RubberDucks
It’s National Mullet Day at Canal Park. So get ready for business in the front, party in the back. A timeless (?) tribute. It’s also Paws & Claws so pooches get in for free. White Claw specials will be offered. The Straight-A program means students can bring report cards to the box office, and for each A, O or equivalent, they receive a free game ticket. Wellness Wednesday encourages healthy lifestyles. The Ducks play the Harrisburg Senators. Ticket prices vary.
6:35 p.m. Wednesday, June 25
300 S. Main St., Akron
milb.com/akron
The Phoenician Scheme
The Wes Anderson-directed film about a family and a family business stars Benicio del Toro, Mia Threapleton, Michael Cera, Tom Hanks and Scarlett Johansson. It’s 1 hour, 42 minutes and rated PG-13. Tickets: $10 ($8, seniors and students). Note: Membership prices vary. For online tickets, a $1 service fee is added.
5:45 and 8 p.m. Thursday, June 19
The Nightlight, 30 N. High St., Akron
nightlightcinema.com
Lake County Captains
The Class A ballclub faces the West Michigan Whitecaps as a splash zone will cool you off at Classic Park. Build-a-beach activities will be offered. Tip: Bring a towel. Ticket prices vary.
11:05 p.m. Wednesday, June 25
35300 Vine St, Eastlake
milb.com/lake-county
Juneteenth potluck and night market
B Side Lounge is hosting Knyce, Step One and Corey Grand. Tickets: $25.43.
10 p.m. (doors) to 2 a.m. Saturday, June 21
2785 Euclid Heights Blvd., Cleveland
bsideliquorlounge.com
The Band with No Name
Drummer Myron Gardner and his ensemble play The Knight Stage. Gardner is well-versed across a range of genres including reggae, jazz, blues, pop, rock, Christian, R&B, soul and funk. Ticket prices vary.
8 p.m. Saturday, June 21
182 S. Main St., Akron.
akroncivic.com
Takashi Murakami: Stepping on the Tail of a Rainbow
The recent exhibit at the Cleveland Museum of Art celebrates one of the most influential artists in modern pop culture. Tickets $15 to $30. Related: Cleveland Museum of Art’s blockbuster Murakami exhibit is a poignant, playful view of a ‘post-everything’ world
Through Sunday, Sept. 7
11150 East Blvd., Cleveland
clevelandart.org
Cleveland Stories Dinner Parties
Dennis Barrie, Bill Garvey and John Grabowski will regale folks with Hollywood On The Cuyahoga tales. Western Reserve Historical Society’s Cleveland History Center is planning an exhibit celebrating Northeast Ohio’s contributions to filmmaking. Barrie is directing the project, and the storyteller night will highlight details on what people can expect to experience at the exhibit. Free (food and drink are extra).
5 p.m. (doors), 7 p.m. (show) Thursday, June 19
Music Box Supper Club, 1148 Main Ave., Cleveland
musicboxcle.com/
Wade Oval Wednesdays
The season’s second weekly concert features Apostle Jones (soul/covers). It’s LGBTQ Pride Night. Opener and roaming entertainment includes family-friendly lip syncing performances featuring Sammy Nicole, Ariyah Fuego, Monica Lexin, King Ryder and Dakota Cox. Free.
5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, June 25
Wade Oval, 10820 East Blvd., Cleveland
universitycircle.org
North Union Farmers Market
Check out the market’s offerings of locally grown produce, meats, cheeses, baked goods, artisanal products and more. Free admission.
9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays
Crocker and Detroit roads lot, Westlake (in front of Fidelity Investments), Crocker Park
crockerpark.com/farmersmarket
Shannon Watts
Watts is founder of Moms Demand Action and author of “Fired Up: How to Turn Your Spark into a Flame and Come Alive at Any Age.” She will speak at Hudson Library and Historical Society. Moms Demand Action is the nation’s largest grassroots organization against gun violence. Free. Copies of “Fired Up” will be available for purchase and signing courtesy of The Learned Owl Book Shop. Registration is required.
6:30 p.m. Thursday, June 19
96 Library St., Hudson
Register via email at engagedpatrons.org , go to hudsonlibrary.org , email askus@hudson.lib.oh.us or call 330-653-6658, ext. 1010.
Exhibits at The Sculpture Center
On view: Edra Soto / La Casa de Todos / Everyone’s Home and La Casa Compartida / The Home We Share, co-curated by Soto, Grace Chin and Héctor Castellanos Lara. Soto is a Puerto-Rican born artist, curator, educator and co-director of the outdoor project space, The Franklin. Free.
Noon to 5 p.m. Wednesdays to Saturdays through July 19
The Sculpture Center, 12210 Euclid Ave., Cleveland
sculpturecenter.org
A New Brain
The production is billed as an “energetic, sardonic, often comical musical about a composer during a medical emergency.” Tickets: $20 ($18 for seniors and students).
7:30 p.m. Thursday June 19
7:30 p.m. Friday, June 20
7:30 p.m. Saturday, June 21
3 p.m. Sunday, June 22
Broadview Heights Cultural Arts Building, (next to the police station), 9543 Broadview Road, Broadview Heights
broadview-heights-spotlights.org
Summer Solstice party
M Cellars will release a wine to celebrate the year’s longest day. Live music is scheduled, and Scott’s Fire and Ice will be serving wood-fired pizzas. Reservations are required.
5 to 8 p.m. Friday, June 20
M Cellars, 6193 S. River Road W, Geneva
mcellars.com
Dairy days
Celebrate National Dairy Month by exploring the world of milk and cheese (hint: They don’t come from the grocery store). Learn how to milk a cow or goat and how milk becomes cheese, butter or ice cream. Samples will be available for tasting. Dairy-related crafts and activities for kids will be offered. Free with regular Farmpark admission ($7–$9). Admission is free for Farmpark members, children younger than 2 and active military personnel and immediate families. Pony rides are $6.
9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, June 21-22
Lake Metroparks Farmpark, 8800 Euclid-Chardon Road, Kirtland
lakemetroparks.com
Joey Avery
The comedian who was featured on the Don’t Tell Comedy “Batting Cage series” has amassed an online following. Tickets: $24 and $30
6:30, 9:15 p.m. Friday, June 20
6:30, 9:15 p.m. Saturday, June 21
7 p.m. Sunday, June 22
Hilarities 4th Street Theatre, 2035 E. 4th St., Cleveland
hilarities.com/events
Summer Solstice at Grog Shop
Catch a handful of performers at the all-ages show led by Toby Raps (hip hop), aka & Co. (fusion) along with AllTheHipe, Jetset2one6 and Whatshisface. Tickets are $15 (advance), $17 (day of show). Add $3 if under 21.
7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show) Friday, June 20
2785 Euclid Heights Blvd., Cleveland Heights
grogshop.gs/calendar/
Gaga Pride drag brunch
Lady Inferno Diamond hosts a Lady Gaga tribute for brunch. Costumes are encouraged. Ages 21 and up. Tickets: $29 to $47.
12:30 p.m. (doors), 2 p.m. (show) Sunday, June 22
Funny Bone, 1148 Main Ave., Cleveland
cleveland.funnybone.com
NBA Draft
Stay at home or find a bar and tune in to the NBA Draft. The Cleveland Cavaliers have the 49th and 58th picks in the second round, so it’s highly improbable they will find the next LeBron James. But who knows? It will be broadcast from the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York.
Wednesday, June 25 – first round: ABC, ESPN and the ESPN App
Thursday, June 26 – second round: ESPN and ESPN App
Juneteenth celebration with The Stix Trio
The Bop Stop hosts Nehemiah “Stix” Baker (drums), Joe Leaman (piano), Bradford McGee (bass) and special guest Steve Kortyka (saxophone). Note: The performance will be livestreamed on Bop Stop’s YouTube channel at showtime. Accessing is free, but donations are encouraged and directly support the band. Tickets: $15 (advance), $20 (day of show).
7 to 9 p.m. Thursday, June 19
2920 Detroit Ave., Cleveland
themusicsettlement.org/events
Chagrin Falls art walk
Chagrin Falls Merchant Association is hosting a night of creativity and community. It’s billed as a unique village-wide celebration with more than 24 local artists partnering with 24 businesses for a night of live art and creative expression. Curated displays inside local shops and restaurants will include canvas work, pottery, sketches, photography and more. Some artists will be creating live on site. A children’s art showcase also will spotlight selected works by local young artists.
5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, June 19
Throughout the historic village
Email molly@innofchagrin.com
Euclid Beach After Party and Juneteenth celebration
The party continues with DJ Velly Vell and Quenton Rubin. Free.
7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show) Thursday, June 19
Beachland Tavern, 15711 Waterloo Road, Cleveland
beachlandballroom.com
International Horror Hotel Film Festival
Horror-film enthusiasts and industry professionals will gather for the annual four-day convention. The festival showcases the latest works in fantasy, horror, horror-comedy, slasher, sci-fi, suspense-thriller and experimental films. It includes screenings, panel discussions and lectures, and also features competitions, including categories for films, scripts, music videos and horror-film scoring.
Some events require tickets, but the convention area is free and open to the public.
Thursday, June 19, to Sunday, June 22
Crowne Plaza Cleveland Airport, 7230 Engle Road, Middleburg Heights
horrorhotelfilmfest.com/schedule and horrorhotelfilmfest.com/tickets
Dogtooth
Cleveland Institute of Art’s Cinematheque is showing this 2009 Greek movie directed by Yorgos Lanthimos. The twisted psychological drama focuses on three teenagers confined to an isolated estate by their parents. 98 minutes. Tickets: $12 to $15 (discounts for Cinematheque members, those with CIA or Cleveland State University IDs, and ages 25 and under range).
9 p.m. Friday, June 20
11610 Euclid Ave., Cleveland
cia.edu
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