Things to Do This Weekend In Cleveland: Jan. 1-4

Friday, Jan. 2 

Cocoa Brown at the Funny Bone
If you've seen any of Progressive Insurance's "Name Your Price" commercials, then you've seen comic Cocoa Brown. In the commercial, this vivacious comedian and actress plays the angered wife whose husband decides he wants to juggle chain saws. Tyler Perry has even taken her on as a vital character in his TV shows and films. She performs on Friday at 7 and 9:30 p.m. and on Saturday night at 6:30 and 9 p.m. at the Funny Bone. 1148 Main Ave., Cleveland, 216-696-4677, cleveland.funnybone.com

John Caparulo at Hilarities
John Caparulo, known as Cap, got his start on the Cleveland circuit in the late '90s. He plays the role of the dumb hillbilly, but his narrative jokes are engaging and his comic timing is impeccable. He performs at 6:30 and 9:15 p.m. on Friday and Saturday night at Hilarities. 2035 East Fourth St., Cleveland, 216-241-7425, pickwickandfrolic.com

Cavaliers Games at Rocket Arena
On Friday at 7:30 p.m. at Rocket Arena, the Cavaliers take on the Denver Nuggets, a powerhouse team from the NBA's Western Conference. The Cavs stay home to play the Detroit Pistons at 2 p.m. on Sunday at Rocket Arena. One Center Court, Cleveland, 216-420-2000, rocketarena.com

Cleveland Charge vs. Long Island Nets at Public Hall
It’s K-Pop Night as the Charge take on the Long Island Nets at Public Hall. It’s also Asian American and Pacific Islander Night, with special in-game moments to honor these communities in Cleveland. Tipoff is at 7 p.m. 500 Lakeside Ave. E., Cleveland, cleveland.gleague.nba.com/schedule/promotions

Chill @ CMNH at Cleveland Museum of Natural History
This after-hours event at the Cleveland Museum of Natural History features flashlight tours of Perkins Wildlife Center and after-dark encounters with the museum’s animal ambassador. It takes place from 5 to 9 p.m. 1 Wade Oval Drive, Cleveland, 216-231-4600, cmnh.org

Disney on Ice Presents Mickey's Search Party at the Covelli Centre
Disney on Ice makes its return to the Covelli Centre in Youngstown. According to press materials, the show promises to deliver “world-class skating, high-flying acrobatics and unexpected stunts.” Performances take place on Friday at 11:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. and then continue through Sunday at the arena. 229 East Front St., Youngstown, 330-746-5600, covellicentre.com

Flanagan's Wake at Kennedy’s Theatre
Part improv, part scripted, this interactive Irish wake is back again at Kennedy’s Theatre at Playhouse Square. Performances are set for 8 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays. 1501 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, 216-241-6000, playhousesquare.org

Frost at the Cleveland Botanical Garden
This annual winter celebration at the Cleveland Botanical Garden features lights, seasonal displays and family activities. There will be a gingerbread competition and local garden clubs will decorate Christmas trees that'll be on display. Check the website for hours and more information. 11030 East Blvd., Cleveland, 216-721-1600, cbgarden.org

Grog Shop Free Weekend at the Grog Shop
Every year at about this time, the Grog Shop opens up its doors to local music fans for a weekend of free shows. The annual event kicks off Friday with Whiffler, Dick Golden & The Rock and Roll Experience, Ananke and Inpatient. Doors open at 7 p.m. and the music gets going at 8 p.m. Local bands will perform at the club again Saturday and Sunday. 2785 Euclid Heights Blvd., Cleveland Heights, 216-321-5588, grogshop.gs

The SpongeBob Musical at Beck Center for the Arts
The musical that features tunes by the likes of They Might Be Giants, David Bowie, Panic! At The Disco, John Legend, and Steven Tyler and Joe Perry of Aerosmith arrives at Beck Center for the Arts. Friday's show takes place at 7:30 p.m. Performances continue through Sunday. 17801 Detroit Ave., Lakewood, 216-521-2540, beckcenter.org

Wild Lights at the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo
The Cleveland Metroparks Zoo has extended this event that features a musical light show with a 50-feet three and thousands of lights. The drive-thru extension runs Friday through Sunday. Check the website for more details. 3900 Wildlife Way, Cleveland, 216-661-6500, clevelandmetroparkszoo.com

Saturday, Jan. 3

Monsters vs. Charlotte Checkers at Rocket Arena
The Monsters kick off a two-game stand against the Charlotte Checkers with Saturday's game at Rocket Arena. The puck drops at 7 p.m., and the first 5,000 fans receive a fan designed Cleveland Rocks T-shirt. The two teams face off again at 7 p.m. on Monday. One Center Court, Cleveland, 216-420-2000, rocketarena.com

The Rocky Horror Picture Show at the Cedar Lee Theatre
The Rocky Horror Picture Show, the 1975 film that still draws an exuberant, costumed crowd that likes to throw rice and dry toast and sing along to the songs in the movie, still draws big crowds to local showings. Expect a throng to show up for Saturday's screening that takes place at 9:30 p.m. at the Cedar Lee Theatre. Tickets cost $12. 2163 Lee Road, Cleveland Heights, 440-528-0355, clevelandcinemas.com

Sunday, Jan. 4 

50 First Jokes at Hilarities
Hosts John Bruton and Jimmie Graham moderate this event that features local and national acts as they deliver their very first joke of the new year. The event begins at 7 p.m. at Hilarities. 2035 East Fourth St., Cleveland, 216-241-7425, pickwickandfrolic.com

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