Dia De Los Muertos (11/3)

Saturday, November 3rd, 2007

Celebrate the Dead...Momocho style.



Please join the chef and staff of Momocho’s for traditional Mexican celebration. From 2 to 5pm Momocho’s will host a childrens costume contest, funky face painting, a slight of hand magician, a giant corn pit and a Piñata filled with lots of candy. And if this isn’t enough excitement for one day, stay a bit longer and indulge in their goat cheese guacamole and blood orange margaritas...viva Mexico!

For more information visit www.momocho.com or call 216.694.2122

Soothing Spa Open House (11/3)

Saturday, November 3rd, 2007

If you haven't been there already, this would be the perfect time to drive to Bath (about 20 minutes from Cleveland) and explore the best spa around...The Spa at Yellow Creek.



Everyone is invited, the staff will be on hand and offering free skin care advice, chair massages and more. The fitness staff will also be providing free smoothie samples and fitness advice as well as a few special complimentary demo classes throughout the day.

The Spa at Yellow Creek is truly a special place to go and spend the day. To relax and recharge. To calm your mind and soothe your soul. The holidays are coming and what better gift to give someone than a gift certificate. If you book an appointment during the Open House you will receive 15% off that service.

The Spa at Yellow Creek, Holiday open House, from 9 to 5pm. For more information or directions call 1.330.665.2555 or visit www.yellowcreekspa.com

Fall "Curb-Shopping"

There is nothing that I "heart" more than a fun, FREE find.



During the next few weeks, as people clean out their basements and garages, make sure to keep your eyes peeled to the curb for those “must haves." Recently I scored this pair of small accent chairs..only in Cleveland! After a fresh coat of black lacquer, new foam for the cushions and chic black and white houndstooth fabric they are back to new. Now they reside in a lovely little apartment in Washington D.C....I sorta miss them. I will keep looking for another pair, there is plenty of paint and fabric left!

Happy Fall. Happy "Curb Shopping"

McNamara | Troy arrive in LA (10/30)

Tuesday, October 30th, 2007

nip/tuck's fifth season continues where season four left off: following the divorce from Julia, Sean sold his half of McNamara/Troy and departed Miami for Los Angeles. Christian, who ended his engagement to Michelle (Sanaa Lathan), soon followed - thus relocating McNamara/Troy to the West Coast.


Tuesday, October 30th, 2007

Tuesday at 10pm on FX. For show information visit fxnetworks.com

Warehouse of Terror (10/28)

Saturday, October 28th, 2007

Voted Cleveland's Scariest Haunt...this haunted house is located in the old York Ice Co. Factory. During WW1 and the flu epidemic of 1917, thousands of dead were taken to the basement of this old factory and packed in ice until they could be buried...some of them still wander the halls waiting to stalk unsuspecting visitors.

Warehouse of Terror, 1391 West 110th St., Cleveland (at W. 110 and Detroit) Open Saturday, 7:30-midnight, Price: $10; $8 for kids 8 and under.
Proceeds benefit the Place A Pet Foundation. For more information call (440) 637-4982

A Spooky Bike Ride (10/27)

Saturday, October 27th, 2007

Join Spooky Spokes in an alley cat bike race beginning on the Lorain-Carnegie Bridge in Downtown Cleveland. Sponsors are hosting riders, with a number of tricks and treats on this very mobile scavenger ride. There will be prizes, costume awards, contests and a party afterwards, for your $10 entry fee ($15 on day race day).

It sounds like fun! Ride safely! For questions and entry fees, contact Ed at (216) 394-4526 or metal-man23@hotmail.com

Run "Pumpkin" Run (10/28)

Saturday, October 27th, 2007

Run those extra candy calories off at the annual Great Pumpkin Fun Run & 5K Race. The race begins (@ 8:30 am) and ends at Lakewood Park in Lakewood, with all of the proceeds from the event benefit Keep Lakewood Beautiful and Project H2O.



For more information, call Hermes Sports & Events at (216) 623-9933 or visit www.hermescleveland.com.

Friday Night "Ball" (10/26)

Friday, October 26th, 2007



Don't miss the friday night lights as high school rivals, St Ignatius plays St Eds. at Lakewood High School Stadium. Tip off at 7:30 but arrive early as it is historically a sell out game.

May the best "man" win!

Hoppy Hour (10/24)

Wednesday, October 24th, 2007

Join Great Lakes Brewing Company at Cleveland Botanical Garden from 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM for "Hoppy Hour," an educational talk and tasting about beer and hops.

Learn about the botanical ingredients used to make beer and sample some seasonal brews (including Holy Moses White Ale, Edmund Fitzgerald Porter, Eliot Ness Amber Lager and Nosferatu) and light appetizers made exclusively by Great Lakes Brewing Company.

Admission Fee: Garden Admission $5.00 after 5:00 PM. Tasting Fee: $5.00.
For information, visit Cleveland Botanical Garden at www.cbgarden.org or call 216.707.2846.

The British are Coming (10/25)

Authentic. British. Rocky River.

The Pub Rocky River opens this week, offering draught beer, world class scotch & pub fare.



A high energy, authentic British pub featuring outdoor dining and live music. Their draught beer offerings are the finest to be found and the menu boasts only the best pub fare from around the British Empire. Plus the servers wear kilts, what's there not to love more than a man in a skirt? It's easy to see why The Pub has become a favorite among Brits and Yanks alike!

All of the furniture and most of the accessories used in the interior were shipped over from the UK to guarantee the authentic British experience. The centerpiece of The Pub is a handcrafted bar from which guests can sample a wide range of English, Scottish and Irish draught, and cask conditioned beers, as well as domestic beers. "Optic Pourers" native to traditional British pubs take center stage at the bar, giving The Pub a unique look.


The Pub, 19304 Detroit Rd. Rocky River (In the old Beachcliff Shopping Plaza)

Spooky yummy! (10/27)

Saturday, October 27th, 2007

Join Douglas & Christopher of Launch Kitchen as they celebrate the Halloween season with spirited food and fun!

Register now for the Mystical, Mythical, Magic Fun Dinner and Demonstration at the Loretta Paganini School of Cooking, spots are filling up fast!

The menu sounds delish...Pumpkin & Spicy Pecan Butter Bread, "Wicked Witch" Salad Greens, Cauldron Quesadilla & Swamp Sauce, Roasted Corn Chowder in Pumpkin Cauldron, Ghoulish Goulash Noodles with Flaming Meatballs, Pumpkin Swirl Cheesecake with Chocolate Tombstones.

As an extra bonus students/guests will get the opportunity to have a reading with a talented psychic.

6:30-9:30pm. $55 per person. The Loretta Paganini School of Cooking Inc. 8613 Mayfield Rd. Chesterland, Ohio 44026
To register call (440) 729-1110 or visit www.lpscinc.com

Across the Universe

The amazing colors and cinematography paired with the groovy tunes of the 60's is what makes this film extraordinary.

Across the Universe, a film by Julie Taymor (Frida, 2002) is capturing hearts across the country. The film makes it truly convincing that "all we need is love."

For movie locations and showing times visit www.fandango.com

The Ravonettes - Love In A Trash Can

Thursday, October 18th, 2007

What better place to catch a show than the Beachland Ballroom...and what better show to catch then The Ravonettes!

Doors open at 8:00, show at 9:00.
Tickets are $15.

For more information visit www.beachlandballroom.com

Go Tribe!

The Indians are back to the postseason-winning ways of their outstanding teams of the 1990s,
with a balance of pitching power and timely hitting. Now they want to stay hot and make it to the World Series.

Tune in or head to the "Jake" for all the Indians action!




For game times and ticket information visit http://cleveland.indians.mlb.com

Cleveland is Sweet (10/20)

Saturday, October 20th, 2007

In 1922, Herbert Birch Kingston, a Cleveland, Ohio philanthropist and candy company employee founded Sweetest Day.
He believed that the city's orphans and shut-ins often felt forgotten and neglected, so he conceived the idea of showing them they were remembered. He did this through the distribution of small gifts. With the help of his friends and neighbors, he distributed these small remembrances on a Saturday in October. During the years that followed, other Clevelanders began to participate in the celebration ceremony, which came to be called "Sweetest Day".

In time, the Sweetest Day idea of spreading cheer to the underprivileged was broadened to include everyone, and became an occasion for remembering others with a kind act or a small remembrance. And soon the idea spread to other cities all over the country. This holiday is much more important in some regions than in others (Detroit, Cleveland and Buffalo being the biggest Sweetest Day cities).

Now isn't that sweet?

A MASTER Piece (10/21)

Sunday, October 21st, 2007

The Impressionist and Modern Masters exhibit opens this weekend at the Cleveland Museum of Art.



The exhibit features over 130 works from the museum’s distinguished collection of 19th and 20th century European art. The exhibition, also known as Monet to Dalí, includes masterworks in painting, drawing, prints, and sculpture by the most important and influential artists of the modernist era. Organized as a large touring exhibition, the presentation has been expanded in Cleveland to include works seen only at this venue. Among the featured highlights are pastels and works on paper not normally on view. Monet, Cézanne, Van Gogh, Gauguin, Rodin, Picasso, Matisse, Brancusi, Duchamp, and Dalí are represented, often by multiple works.

For hours and exhibit information visit www.clevelandart.org

Iron Symon (10/14)

Sunday, October 14th, 2007

Don't miss Cleveland's own Michael Symon (owner of Lola's & Lolita's) as he heads into round two of the Food network's reality show, The Next Iron Chef.



Destiny seems to have played a role in Symon's journey to the kitchen and to the top of the national food scene. As an 11th grade wrestler at St. Eds High School in Lakewood, he broke his arm while practicing for a meet. Bored, unable to compete and looking for college money, the 16-year-old took a part time job at Gepetto's Ribs as a cook. His affinity for the culinary challenge was realized and this athlete decided he loved to cook.

Good Luck Michael, we are routing for you!

For more information visit www.foodtv.com or www.lolabistro.com

Pick Your Own (fall)

October 2007

Fall has finally arrived and it's time to get outdoors and pick your apples and pumpkins before the first cleveland frost.




For the best quality and selection of apples and pumpkins visit Patterson's (www.pattersonfarm.com) or Hillcrest Orchard (www.hillcrestfunfarm.com). Hillcrest also offers a corn maze!

For plump pick-you-own raspberries (they are in season until Halloween) visit Rosby's Berry farm (www.rosbys.com)

I Like You! (10/17)

Wednesday, October 17th, 2007

Best known for a variety of performances ranging from her role as “Jerri Blank” from the Comedy Central TV series (and movie) Strangers with Candy to appearances in the films Shrek 3, Elf, Bewitched and Sex In the City. Amy Sedaris recently added “best-selling author” to her resume with her book I Like You: Hospitality Under the Influence, a hilarious guide to entertaining.


Join Amy at the Akron Library Wednesday night for a book reading and signing with books available for purchase will follow the presentation.

The Main Event Speaker Series is presented by the Akron-Summit County Public Library and Friends of Main Library. The series is free and open to the public. Seats are available on a first come, first served basis.  Main Library Auditorium doors open at 6:30 pm. Parking in the High/Market deck is free after 6 p.m.

Call the Library at 330-643-9035 for more information or visit www.amysedarisrocks.com

Cold Pumpkin

October 2007



As tradition goes, it's October and what better time to celebrate the warmth of cinnamon and the blush of pumpkins. Swing by Mitchell's Ice Cream during the entire month of October for a scoop (or two!) of their infamous Pumpkin Spice Ice Cream. For an extra treat, top it with caramel and pecans, Yum.

For locations and hours visit www.mitchellshomemade.com

And His "Lovely Wife" (10/13)

Saturday, October 13th, 2007

Connie Schultz, "...and His Lovely Wife" Book Reading & Signing



Connie Schultz's, The Plain Dealer's Pulitzer Prize-winning columnist, newest book is the memoir from the woman beside the man, on love, marriage, and life on the campaign trail. Connie is outspoken, passionate, and very public about her opinions - every reader's dream.

7:00-8:00 pm at Barnes & Noble, Crocker Park, Westlake, OH
For more information visit www.crockerpark.com

A Happy Dog Polka (10/12)

Friday, October 12th, 2007

Join the gang at Happy Dog for an evening of live Boogie Hop 'n' Polka tunes from Jason Uzl's Ethnic Jazz Band. On stage from 6:30-10:30pm.

If you've never been to Happy Dog it is a step back in time, including great food, perfect cocktails and even better live music. While you are there enjoy Potato & Cheddar Cheese Pierogis with sauteéd Onions & Sour Cream or 3 Old World Style Pancakes with Apple Sauce & Sour Cream (both $7).

For more information on the Happy Dog concert schedule or classic menu visit http://www.happydog58.com

Wine at the Ritz! (10/11)

Thursday, October 11th, 2007

Cleveland365.com in partnership with American Family Insurance is proud to invite Cleveland to their premier event, "One World Un-Corked, An evening of Wine Tasting & Education. Taking place at The Ritz-Carlton, the event brings together professionals & trendsetters, who have expressed an interest in enhancing their knowledge of Wine and different World Cultures.

One World Un-Corked will provide attendees exposure to wines from different regions of the World. This event will feature Wines from Italy, California & Ohio. The Evening will open with networking and passed Hors d’oeuvres and will then move into the wine education sessions. Topics will include: Wine Etiquette, Wine Pairing, Corking, Swirl and Smell, Wine Types, Wine Storage. After the wine education presentations, attendees will be encouraged to visit sampling stations where various wines will be offered.

The Ritz Carlton from 5:30-8:30. Admission is FREE, compliments of American Family Insurance, but you MUST pre-register as space is LIMITED. To register visit, http://www.cleveland365.dreamhost.com/new/events/eventDetail.php?EventID=1745

20/30 on the Ranch (10/4)

Thursday, October 4th, 2007

In the spirit of regionalism, the 20/30 Club is teaming up with Sales and Marketing Executives of Cleveland for a special "Around Town" Happy Hour at Tequila Ranch on W. 6th Avenue in the Warehouse District.  

Upon arrival get a wristband and receive "Silk Vodka" mixed-drinks at the event for $2.50! Silk Vodka and Tequila Ranch will also be providing a cool business card drawing giveaway.  Other Tequila Ranch happy hour pricing includes $1.75 domestics. 

For questions or additional information visit www.cleveland2030.org

Coffee Loves Music (10/1-11-7)

Starbucks is giving away a free song by a handpicked artist every day now through November 7th, 2007. Visit any Starbucks store for today's free feature download on itunes...and while you are there grab a fall essential...Pumpkin Spice Latte...no whip!

Free Night of Theatre

Free Night of Theater is Theatre Communications Group's exciting national audience development program designed to attract new audiences to America's not-for-profit theatres. Since the pilot program, which debuted in three cities in 2005, Free Night has expanded across the country and is being presented in over 70 cities this year.



As the Free Night program rolls out over an ever expanding national stage, we are thrilled to offer this unique opportunity to provide access to thousands of new audience members to experience the joy of theatre for the first time -- absolutely free of charge...right here in CLEVELAND!

I have already reserved 2 tickets for "AtTENtion Span: A Festival of 10-Minute Plays" at Cleveland Public Theatre, October 18th if anyone else would like to get tickets for this show as well, we could go as a group? But if you can't make it that night, take a peak at some of the other shows and dates that are available, very cool stuff.

For more information about Free Night of Theatre visit www.freenightoftheater.net (the site has been busy all morning, so keep "refreshing it" to get the goods!)