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Exciting Summer Events in University Circle
Find Yourself in the Circle at one of the top events of the summer.

Parade the Circle and Circle Village
Come see The Cleveland Museum of Art's award-winning Parade that integrates visual arts, dance, and music. More than 20 museums, churches, and organizations will sponsor fun, family-friendly activities at Circle Village, presented by UCI. Enjoy live entertainment from some of Cleveland's most talented music and dance groups, and delicious treats from local vendors and restaurants. Wade Oval in University Circle. FREE. June 14, 11:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m., Parade at Noon. 216-707-5033, www.universitycircle.org, or www.clevelandart.org. For information on Parade the Circle Leadership Training Workshops, contact Nan Eisenberg at 216-707-2483 or neisenberg@clevelandart.org.
 
WOW! Wade Oval Wednesdays
WOW! is University Circle's signature event. This summer, enjoy free outdoor concerts each Wednesday evening on Wade Oval. Musical genres range from jazz to rock and everything in between. FREE. Wednesdays, June 18-Aug. 27, 6:00-9:00 p.m. 216-707-5033 or www.universitycircle.org.
 
A Day in the Circle
Dinosaurs, Dragons, and Armor, Oh My!
The Cleveland Cultural Collaborative and Cuyahoga Community College's Center for Aging Initiatives introduce "A Day in the Circle," a new series of lifelong learning programs in University Circle. The exciting inaugural program, Dinosaurs, Dragons, and Armor, Oh My!, begins at the Cleveland Museum of Natural History. Following lunch, participants will visit The Cleveland Museum of Art for a guided tour of Arms and Armor from Imperial Austria and the chance to touch real armor from the museum's education art collection. ($). Apr. 15, 10:00 a.m.- 3:00 p.m. 216-987-3075 or www.universitycircle.org/content/senior_programming.asp.

full Circle Magazine
Find Yourself in the Circle-- you've heard about it, now read about it in the newest edition of full Circle Magazine. The articles will tell you everything you want to know about exciting upcoming projects and events in University Circle. Learn about the Visitor and Living in the Circle Center, the Find Yourself in the Circle pass, plans for new signage, and much more. Click here for a printable version of the magazine, or email your name and address to comments@universitycircle.org to request a copy.

Museum Hopping Made Easy
Spend a day (or two!) discovering the diverse cultural attractions in University Circle. Purchase a ticket to Cleveland Botanical Garden, the Cleveland Museum of Natural History, or The Western Reserve Historical Society, and receive $2 off general admission to the other two institutions. For more information, visit www.universitycircle.org/content/special_offers.asp.

Chippin' in for our Cops
Enjoy a round of golf, food, prizes, and fun-- all for great cause. Mark your calendars for the 2nd Annual University Circle Police Department (UCPD) Golf Outing. All proceeds benefit the brave men and women of the UCPD. Fowler's Mill Golf Course. ($). Aug. 21, 1:00 p.m. 216-707-5035 or www.universitycircle.org.

Case Western Reserve University, Baker-Nord Center for the Humanities
Free Public Lecture: Marjane Satrapi, Graphic Novelist & Author of "Persepolis"
Best-selling author of the critically acclaimed Persepolis, graphic novelist Marjane Satrapi discusses her youth in Iran in the 1970s and 1980s and talks of living through the Islamic Revolution and the war with Iraq. The film adaptation of Persepolis won the "Prix du Jury" at the Cannes Film Festival in 2007 and is an Academy Award nominee for Best Animated Feature Film. Amasa Stone Chapel. FREE. Apr. 4, 4:30 p.m. 216-368-8961 or http://artsci.case.edu/bakernord/doku.php.

The Cleveland Music School Settlement
Diaspora of the Drum
Join in the fun at The Cleveland Music School Settlement's annual benefit. Tony-award-winning choreographer and tap dancer Savion Glover, in his first Cleveland appearance, is featured in the world premiere of Diaspora of the Drum by local composer Eric Gould. Performed by the Cleveland Chamber Symphony and Glover's jazz ensemble with banjo and African percussion, the piece will showcase Glover in spirited tap solos that reflect the history of dance rhythms from Africa to the Americas. Allen Theater, Playhouse Square. Tickets on sale now, limited tickets to post concert reception with the artists also available. Apr. 5, 7:00 p.m. 216-241-6000 or www.tickets.com.

Cleveland School of the Arts
7th Annual New Play, Poetry & Film Festival
CSA's talented and ambitious students write, direct, and perform original plays; write, direct, and edit their own films; and recite their own poetry. Comprised of seven fully staged student-run plays, four staged readings of plays, six student films, two dozen poems, and a musical theatre cabaret, the 'New Play, Poetry and Film Festival' is unlike any high school program nationwide. Cleveland Play House. ($). Apr. 15-25, times vary. 216-421-7690 or www.clevelandschoolofthearts.org.

Glidden House
Looking to get away for a romantic weekend? Consider taking advantage of Glidden House's Art Lovers Package. The package includes an overnight stay for two, complimentary breakfast, free parking, and two tickets to Arms and Armor From Imperial Austria at The Cleveland Museum of Art. ($169). 216-231-8900 or www.gliddenhouse.com.

Park Lane Villa
Open House
Voted best new address in Cleveland Magazine's 'The Best of Cleveland,' Park Lane Villa offers 1-, 2-, and 3-bedroom suites, 24/7 concierge, a fitness center, and billiard room. Conveniently located in the heart of University Circle, fine dining and world-class museums are just a short walk away. FREE. Apr. 13, 11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. 216-421-0101 or www.parklanevilla.com.

Join Team University Circle for the Rite Aid Cleveland Marathon, Half Marathon, and 10K
Get healthy, and help raise money for UCI's education programs. All members of Team University Circle will receive a UCI running shirt and many other University Circle gifts. May 18. 216-707-5035 or www.universitycircle.org.
 
Georgian Bay Association
2nd Cleveland Conference
Following the great success of the 2007 conference, join fellow Georgian Bay families from Ohio, New York, Pennsylvania, Michigan, and Indiana for an enjoyable weekend of information and camaraderie at the Cleveland Museum of Natural History. Learn how GBA and our co-sponsors are protecting the most pristine and ecologically diverse part of the Great Lakes. ($). Apr. 11-13. 216-421-6295, harvey@nacs.net, or www.universitycircle.org.
 
Zeta Psi Qdoba Relays
Qdoba is hosting the second annual Zeta Psi Qdoba Relays in conjunction with Case Western Reserve University and Rainbow Babies & Children's Hospital. Participants will complete two laps around a track, then eat a one-pound burrito. Groups with the fastest times and most money raised will win fantastic prizes. The proceeds benefit Rainbow Babies & Children's Hospital. The Village at 115 on Case Western Reserve University's campus. ($). Apr. 12, Noon-4:30 p.m. www.zetapsiqdobarelays.org.

Relay for Life
Case Western Reserve University and the American Cancer Society are partnering to bring Relay for Life to the University Circle area. Throughout the event, team members will take turns walking around a track while enjoying music, live entertainment, food, and games. The Village at 115 on Case Western Reserve University's campus. ($). Apr. 18, 6:00 p.m. www.relayforlife-at-case.org.

Upcoming Events
Fashion Week Cleveland 2008
Since 2002, Fashion Week Cleveland (FWC) has become a highly anticipated vehicle for introducing the work of young American designers to a wider public. This year's schedule includes a media meet & greet, a kickoff Glam Party at La Dolce Vita, a wearable art show at Sammy's in the Flats, and The Cleveland Fashion Show. ($). May 1-10, times vary. http://fashionweekcleveland.com.  

Walk, Rock & Run
The Diversity Center's 6th Annual Diversity Walk, Rock & Run unifies communities in northeast Ohio while raising awareness of diversity issues. Proceeds from the event go directly to the Diversity Center's youth diversity programs. Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and Museum. ($). May 3, 8:30 a.m. 216-752-3000 or www.diversitycenterneo.org.  

Hessler Street Fair
The Hessler Street Fair is a spring music and arts tradition in Cleveland. The Fair seeks to promote a spirit of togetherness and carefree fun in a homegrown atmosphere of family-friendly entertainment. Hessler Road. FREE. May 17-18, Noon-Dusk. 216-556-3716 or www.hessler.org.  

Cleveland School of the Arts- An Evening with Roberta Flack
Friends of Cleveland School of the Arts is excited to announce this special upcoming concert. Proceeds will benefit the students of Cleveland School of the Arts. John Hay Auditorium. ($125). May 17, 7:00 p.m. 216-421-7690.





Cleveland Botanical Garden
'Japanese Spring' Preview Gala
Guests will experience the enchantment of Cleveland Botanical Garden's new Zensai exhibit in style with cocktails, followed by an authentic Japanese dinner. Entertainment by Japanese drummers will add to the ambience of this sophisticated celebration. ($). Apr. 4, 6:00 p.m. 216-721-1600 or www.cbgarden.org.

Zensai: The Horticulture of Japan
This April, the Garden places Japan in the spotlight with The Japanese Garden: Photographs by Haruzo Ohashi. This major exhibit from the permanent collection of The Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens in Florida is on tour for the first time. Also, be on the lookout for exhibitions of Bonsai and Ikebana, as well as fine art pieces from the renowned Verne Collection. ($). Apr. 5 - June 29, times vary. 216-721-1600 or www.cbgarden.org.

Cleveland Museum of Natural History
Nesting: Photographs by Judith McMillan
This exhibition features black-and-white photographs exploring bird nests as architecture taken by local artist Judith McMillan. Photographed in the collections areas of the museum, these images reveal the distinct materials used by various species of birds and the complexity of forms achieved. ($). Apr. 25- July 6, times vary. 216-231-4600 or www.cmnh.org.

Curator's Forum: Fossil Mammals from 14,000 Feet
Dr. Darin Croft, museum research associate, will discuss new species he discovered through his field research in northern Chile and Bolivia. He will explain what these fossils can tell us about the history of mammals in the tropics of South America. ($). Apr. 23, 7:00 p.m. Tickets at 216-231-1177 or 800-317-9155, ext. 3279 or www.cmnh.org.

The Cleveland Museum of Art
Arms and Armor from Imperial Austria
During the late Middle Ages, armor served the practical purpose of protecting the wearer during combat as well as expressing his social status. There were no more illustrious patrons of this era than the Habsburgs, the ruling family of the Holy Roman Empire during the 16th century. This exhibition gathers nearly 300 outstanding examples of the armorer's craft from the Habsburg arsenal in Graz, Austria. ($). Through June 1, times vary. 1-888-CMA-0033 or www.clevelandart.org.

Western Reserve Historical Society, Hale Farm and Village
A Fugitive's Path: Escape on the Underground Railroad
In this interactive program, visitors travel to the year 1852 and become fugitives fleeing from the bonds of slavery. They experience firsthand what slaves encountered during their bid for freedom, and on their journey meet people - abolitionists, slave hunters, free blacks, and Quakers - some of whom are helpful, some indifferent, and others treacherous. ($). Apr. 4-5, call for times. 216-721-5722 or www.wrhs.org.

The Cleveland Institute of Art
Crispin Glover at The Cinematheque
The Cinematheque welcomes screen actor Crispin Glover, who will present a full evening of unclassifiable entertainment worthy of this iconoclastic cult icon. Witness Glover's directorial debut, a blackly comic fever dream in which a young man wrestles with his psyche. Audience questions will be answered after the film. ($). Apr. 25-26, 7:00 p.m. 800-223-4700 or www.cia.edu.

The Cleveland Orchestra
Choral Masterpieces by Leonard Bernstein and Ralph Vaughan Williams
Robert Parco conducts The Cleveland Orchestra, Cleveland Orchestra Chorus, and soloists including Measha Brueggergosman in the choral masterpieces 'Chinchester Psalms' and 'A Sea Symphony.' ($). Apr. 10-12, 8:00 p.m. 216-231-1111 or www.clevelandorchestra.com.

Family Concert - 'Dancing with Dvorak'
The Cleveland Orchestra, Csardas Dance Company Youth Ensemble, and Cuyahoga Valley Youth Ballet perform, featuring music from Symphony No. 9 'The New World,' Carnival Overture, and Slavonic Dances. Bring the family one hour before the concert begins for fun, pre-concert activities. ($). Apr. 19, 11:00 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. 216-231-1111 or www.clevelandorchestra.com.

The Cleveland Women's Orchestra
73rd Anniversary Concert
Founded in 1936, the Women's Orchestra is the oldest established women's orchestra in the country. Featured soloists will be Caroline Goulding, violin; Regina Mushabac, cello; and Emanuela Friscioni, piano in a performance of the Beethoven Triple Concerto. Also included on the program will be Shubert's Symphony No. 8 in B Minor and the symphonic poem, Les Preludes by Liszt. The Cleveland Women's Orchestra is generously supported by Cuyahoga Arts and Culture. Severance Hall. ($). Apr. 27, 3:30 p.m. 216-231-1111 or www.clevelandwomensorchestra.org.

MOCA Cleveland
Tri-C Jazz Fest: The Vijay Iyer Quartet with saxophonist Rudresh Manhanthappa
Named the "#1 Rising Star Jazz Artist" and "#1 Rising Star Composer" in this year's Downbeat Magazine International Critics Poll for two years running, Vijay Iyer brings his remarkable quartet with standout saxophonist Rudresh Mahanthappa to the MOCA Commons. ($). Apr. 23, 7:00 p.m. 216-421-8671 or www.mocacleveland.org.

Cleveland Sight Center
A Night at the Races
Join the Delta Gamma Alumnae of Cleveland for a night of fun to benefit the Cleveland Sight Center and local scholarships. Admission price includes a spaghetti dinner, and a cash bar will be available. There are also opportunities for 'horse ownership' and 'race sponsorship.' ($). Apr. 5, 6:30-11:00 p.m. 440-725-9245 or 773-454-6136.

Cleveland Institute of Music
The CIM Orchestra
Carl Topilow will conduct the CIM Orchestra in works by Paul Schoenfield, Liszt, and Rachmaninov. The soloist is pianist Eri Nakamura, a winner of the CIM Concerto Competition. This is a unique opportunity to see the next generation of professional classical musicians performing on the Severance Hall stage. ($). Apr. 23, 8:00 p.m. 216-791-5000 or www.cim.edu.

Opera Theater - All the World's a (Musical) Stage
Always a springtime favorite, a diverse program of opera scenes, fully staged and costumed with piano accompaniment, concludes CIM's gala season in Kulas Hall. Looking for a matinee? The Sunday show is the one day-time opera performance of the year. ($). Apr. 25-27, times vary. 216-791-5000 or www.cim.edu.

Cleveland Pops Orchestra
Esteban
There is something supremely magical and romantic about the sounds of acoustic guitar, especially when played by a master. Esteban has topped the Billboard charts many times with his numerous albums, videos, and DVDs and has had first-time music history successes never before accomplished by any guitarist. Hear his world famous renditions of "Fuego Malaguena," "Runaway," "Besame Mucho," "Sedona Sunrise," "Here Comes the Sun," "Duende," and many more of the world's most beloved melodies. Severance Hall. ($). Apr. 18, 8:00 p.m. 216-765-7677 or www.clevelandpops.com.

The Cleveland Play House
"Pride & Prejudice"
Follow the adventures of the five Bennett sisters and their quest for husbands in class-conscious 19th century England. With romance and humor, this timeless play of love and misunderstanding brings to life all the majesty and splendor of one of the great English novels. ($). Through Apr. 13, times vary. 216-795-7000 or www.clevelandplayhouse.com.

FusionFest 2008
Cleveland's cross-disciplinary performing arts festival is the only multi-arts performing arts festival produced by a regional theatre. Highlighting Cleveland artists and bringing together local and national performing arts talent, in past years three FusionFest plays have won Pulitzer Prizes for drama. ($). Apr. 18-May 11, times vary. 216-795-7000 or www.clevelandplayhouse.com.

Nature Center at Shaker Lakes
Rain Barrel Construction Workshops
Rain barrels are a great way to capture the pure rain water that garden plants prefer, free of salts and other additives found in our city water. Create your own rain barrel and learn about the benefits of rainwater harvesting. ($). Apr. 27, 12:00-2:00 p.m. & 3:00-5:00 p.m. 216-321-5935 or www.shakerlakes.org. 





The Cleveland Museum of Art
Circle of Masks Festival
This kick-off event for Parade the Circle highlights the parade theme - Skipping the Muse, Running the Fiddle. Join in the fun of mask-making and dance performances, concluding with an audience interactive finale. Mask artists and choreographers will draw their inspiration from objects in CMA's permanent collection, utilizing Art Crew characters to bring them to life. FREE. Apr. 27, 1:00-4:00 p.m. 216-707-2483 or www.clevelandart.org.

Lake View Cemetery
Daffodil Sunday
Follow the red arrow signs for a drive-it-yourself tour of lovely spring flowering at Lake View Cemetery, featuring over 100,000 daffodil blossoms on Daffodil Hill in Sections 40 and 41. FREE.
Apr. 20, 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. 216-421-2665 or www.lakeviewcemetery.com.

James A. Garfield Monument & Wade Chapel
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Garfield Monument and Wade Memorial Chapel will now be open daily from 9:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. The buildings are staffed with guides to explain the beauty and history of each building. FREE. Beginning Apr. 1. 216-421-2665 or www.lakeviewcemetery.com.

Maximum Accessible Housing of Ohio
Achieving Accessible Housing Seminar
Maximum Accessible Housing of Ohio presents a seminar on accessible and universal design in housing. This free event is aimed at case workers, consumers, and advocates. Pine Tree Vistas. FREE. Apr. 29, 10:00 a.m. 216-231-7221 or www.mahohio.org.

Case Western Reserve University, Dittrick Medical History Center
Handerson Lecture: Dr. Sam Alberti on 19th Century Anatomy Collections
Dr. Sam Alberti's presentation, 'Bodies on Display: Morbid Specimens in Nineteenth-Century Britain,' will focus on the history of nineteenth century anatomy collections, their ownership, acquisition routes, and place in wider culture. This topic should have particular relevance and resonance given debates in recent years over human remains in museum collections, both here and in the UK. RSVP required. FREE. Apr. 17, 6:00 p.m. 216-368-3648 or http://www.case.edu/artsci/dittrick/site2/.

American Heart Association
National Start! Walking Day
The second annual national Start! Walking Day encourages every American to get up and get walking -- especially at work. Join us for a lunchtime walk through Tower City. Remember to bring your tennis shoes and enjoy entertainment, prizes, and much more. FREE. Apr. 16, Noon-1:00 p.m. 216-619-5133 or www.americanheart.org.

Power to End Stroke - 1000 Sisters of Power
Join more than 1,000 Cleveland-area women at an educational luncheon designed to raise awareness among African American women of their risk for heart disease and stroke. Wear red or your power color, enjoy free health screenings, gospel music, jazz, ballroom dancing, health presentations, and much more. FREE. Apr. 19, 11:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m. 216-619-5137 or www.americanheart.org.

Cleveland International Piano Competition
PIANO/OHIO 2008
Six Ohio students have been selected to compete in the final rounds of PIANO/OHIO 2008, a piano competition for high school students. The six finalists will compete for top honors and cash prizes. Cleveland State University, Drinko Hall. FREE. Apr. 26, 2:00 p.m. 216-707-5397 or www.clevelandpiano.org.

MOCA Cleveland
Fair on the Square
Get a head start planning your class's creative experiences at this annual event where educators learn about the exciting opportunities available at MOCA and other area institutions. State Theater at Playhouse Square Center. FREE. Apr. 29, 4:00 p.m. 216-348-7909 or www.mocacleveland.org.

Nature Center at Shaker Lakes
Environmental Town Hall: Holistic Transportation
A panel of experts will lead a discussion on the future of environmentally-friendly transportation in Cleveland. Learn how we can create a new transportation system that values the infrastructure in our city and inner ring suburbs while improving our quality of life. FREE. Apr. 1, Noon-1:00 p.m. 216-321-5935 or www.shakerlakes.org.

Church of the Covenant
"Ein Deutsches Requiem" by Johannes Brahms
The Covenant Choir offers Brahms's sublime masterpiece with the composer's four-hand piano accompaniment. FREE. Apr. 13, 10:00 a.m. 216-421-0482.

Mt Zion Congregational Church
Women in Jazz Concert
Enjoy an afternoon of music featuring talented local female jazz performers. This event is part of the 29th Annual Tri-C JazzFest. FREE. Apr. 19, 1:00 p.m. 216-791-5760 or www.mtzionucc.com.

Cleveland Archaeological Society
Town & Country: The Archaeology of Crusader Greece
Join Dr. Kostis Kourelis of Clemson University in this exploration of ancient Greece. The lecture will be followed by an informal reception with the opportunity to meet and talk with Dr. Kourelis. Cleveland Museum of Natural History. FREE. Apr. 9, 7:30 p.m. 216-932-8132 or www.case.edu/artsci/clsc/casmain.html.

Case Western Reserve University, Mandel Center for Nonprofit Organizations
Open House - Graduate Programs
The Mandel Center for Nonprofit Organizations invites you to an Open House for its Master of Nonprofit Organizations degree and Certificate in Nonprofit Management program, which are ranked in the top ten in the nation by US News & World Report. Learn how to build your career, while working, by attending the Mandel Center's flexible evening and weekend classes. Mandel Center for Nonprofit Organizations (Bellflower Road). FREE. Apr. 3, 5:30-7:00 p.m. 216-368-6025 or http://www.case.edu/mandelcenter/.

Case Western Reserve University
Research ShowCASE
This two-day public event highlights the latest research of more than 500 undergraduate, graduate, and post-doctoral students, as well as faculty members from the schools and colleges at the university. Researchers from the university and its collaborating institutions, including University Hospitals, MetroHealth System, the Louis Stokes Cleveland Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center, and Cleveland Clinic, will be on hand to present their work through poster displays, interactive demonstrations, and other media. Veale Convocation Center. FREE. Apr. 16-17. www.case.edu.

Epworth-Euclid United Methodist Church
Spring Song: A Recital of American Classical Vocal Music
Featuring singers Carie Volkar, Kristen Shirkey, and Emily Landa and pianists Ben Malkevitch and Eric Charnofsky. FREE. Apr. 13, 2:00 p.m. 216-421-1200 or www.epworth-euclid.org.

The Sculpture Center
Tannaz Farsi - Window to Sculpture Emerging Artist
Iranian-American Farsi's starkly white installation 'The Formal Absences of Precious Things' can be understood as a virtual world and conveys a sensation of emptiness and loss. In the 21st century, connection with physical reality, even need for real things, appears to be fundamentally changing as any object can simply be called up on a screen and human interactions no longer require physical contact. FREE. Through Apr. 26, times vary. 216-229-6527 or www.sculpturecenter.org.  






The Children's Museum of Cleveland
29th Annual Tri-C Jazz Fest Presents 'Jazz for Kids'
Jazz music is the genre, but education is the mission of this special Tri-C JazzFest offering. Jazz educator Joe Hunter will introduce future enthusiasts to jazz in an interactive and thoroughly entertaining show. After the performances, families will have the opportunity to create an artistic masterpiece of their own using paint to create a large-format "Jump & Jive Painting." ($). Apr. 19, 11:00 a.m. or 2:00 p.m. 216-791-7114 or www.clevelandchildrensmuseum.org.

Family Fun Night - Math & Money Magic
Celebrate the return of the museum's newest traveling exhibit, 'Abracadabra! Everyday Magic,' and learn fun ways to teach children math and money smarts. Children of all ages can try their hand at a variety of fun games including bubble and slime science, money-smarts bingo and twister, an A.G. Edward's 'Money, My Community and Me' scavenger hunt, and a raffle to win one of three limited-edition Money Savvy Generation Platinum Piggy Banks. ($). Apr. 26, 4:00-7:00 p.m. 216-791-7114 or www.clevelandchildrensmuseum.org.