The release party for the fall issue of the CAN Journal is tonight at Doubting Thomas Gallery in Tremont.
CAN Fall Journal Release Party – August 27
A release party for the Fall issue of the Collective Arts Network (CAN) Journal will take place Friday, August 27 from 1-8PM at Doubting Thomas Gallery, 856 Jefferson Avenue (44113) in Tremont. Gallery directors, staffers, and artists will gather from around the region to network and preview events from Labor Day through Thanksgiving. Free!
The Columbus Black International Film Festival continues at the Wexner Center for the Arts.
Columbus Black International Film Festival – August 27, 28
The 5th Annual Columbus Black International Film Festival continues through Saturday August 28 at various locations in Columbus including the Wexner Center for the Arts, 1871 N. High St., where films will screen between 4 and 9PM. A reception will take place Friday, August 27 at 5:45PM. This year’s theme is “Transcend.” Admission $9 general public, $7 Wex members, $5 students.
The annual Solon Pop -Up in the Park event is August 28.
Solon Pop-Up in the Park – August 28
The Solon Pop-Up in the Park takes place Saturday, August 28 from 10AM-5PM at Solon Community Park, 6679 SOM Center Rd. (44139), featuring a variety of local artisans, vendors, crafters, delicious eats, food trucks and more. Admission and parking is free in the Community Park lot or in the lots to the south of the park by the middle school. Sponsored by Avant-Garde Art & Craft Shows, Solon Center for the Arts and Solon Recreation Department.
The Cleveland Garlic Festival returns to Shaker Square August 28 and 29.
2021 Cleveland Garlic Festival – August 28, 29
Follow your nose to Shaker Square this weekend for the 2021 Cleveland Garlic Festival Saturday, August 28 from noon-8PM and Sunday, August 29 from noon-6PM. Attractions will include a Garlic Cook-Off for both carnivorous and vegan palates, vendors, stilt walkers, Jungle Terry, the Euclid Beach Boys Thriller Car, musical performances by Cats on Holiday, Gruve Tonic and much more! Tickets are $9 in advance; $10 on event dates. $5 for seniors (65+) and $5 for children 4 to 12 years old. Children under 4 are free. No physical tickets will be issued. Organized by the North Union Farmers Market.
The 75th One World Day takes place Sunday, August 29 at the Cleveland Cultural Gardens.
75th One World Day Fest – August 29
The 75th Annual One World Day festival takes place Sunday, August 29 from 11AM-6PM at the Cleveland Cultural Gardens on Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. Since 1945, the Cleveland Cultural Gardens Federation has celebrated One World Day in the Gardens. This annual event reflects the theme of the Gardens: “Peace through Mutual Understanding.” Enjoy a day of food, music, dancing, performances by the Cleveland Chamber Orchestra, the Singing Angels, Kevin Conwell and the Footprints and more!
One World Day is hosted by the Cleveland Cultural Gardens Federation and presented by Councilman Kevin Conwell, and produced by Johnny K. Wu, co-Founder of the Cleveland Asian Festival.
Charlie Wilson comes to MGM for two shows in September (Photo: @imcharliewilson Instagram)
Saxophonist Najee comes to Cleveland for two shows Saturday, August 28. (Photo: Stephenson Photography)
The 15th Annual Multimusic Fest features Stokely, SWV and Smooth Approach at Cain Park September 4. (Photo: istokely.com)
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Najee, Herb Wilborn at Another Place – August 28
Sax master Najee will play two shows Saturday, August 28 at 5PM and 9PM at Another Place Banquet & Event Center, 28600 Ridge Hills Drive, Wickliffe (44092). With special guests Herb Wilborn Jr. and Brittany Atterberry. Tickets are $62.50 through Eventbrite. Note: The 9PM show is already sold out.
Charlie Wilson at MGM – September 4, 5
Former lead singer of the GAP Band and longtime solo artist Charlie Wilson, affectionately known as Uncle Charlie, comes to Cleveland for two nights at MGM Northfield Park Saturday, September 4 and Sunday, September 5. Both shows are at 8PM and tickets range from $75-$145.
15th Annual Multimusic Fest featuring Stokely, SWV at Cain Park – September 4
Stokely, lead singer of Mint Condition, headlines a concert featuring SWV and local R&B group Smooth Approach at Cain Park in Cleveland Heights for one performance as part of the 15th Annual Multimusic Festival. Tickets range from $58-$78.
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