The Weekender: 5 Things To Do Nov. 17-19
Get ready for holiday season with a Christmas convention, an avant garde craft fair, Nick Offerman’s one-man show and a lecture on Bob Dylan.
Rip that tie off and put on your leather. This weekly happy hour is specifically designed for punk rockers. DJ Sam Sinister spins an eclectic mix of punk tunes, including '70s classics and deep cuts, rockabilly, surf punk and more. Entry is free, and deals include food specials, $1 off drafts and $2 domestics and well drinks. Whether you're a New-York-Dolls-loving glam rocker or a leather-and-spikes Misfits fan, Angry Hour's "Cheap Drinks + Bad Vibes" will send you into your weekend with a scowl. Free, Every Friday, 5-9 p.m.,12112 Madison Ave., Lakewood, https://www.facebook.com/events/141853986460337/
Avant-Garde Art and Craft Show
Find a one-of-a-kind gift at this unique arts and craft show. Packed with local venders hawking their handmade work, this craft fair will help keep shoppers’ moods up with a full concession stand catered by locally owned Billy’s Hut. The event will also ensure that attendees can feel good about where they’re spending their money, as a portion of proceeds will go to The Karen Foundation for MS, a local nonprofit. $3, Nov. 18, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., Nov. 19, 11 a.m. – 5 p.m., 21016 Hilliard Blvd., Rocky River, avantgardeshows.com
I-X Christmas Connection
Get a jumpstart on your holiday shopping at this festive Christmas convention. Taking over the I-X Convention Center, Christmas Connection will give visitors a chance to shop from more than 650 booths and 140 vendors with items like jewelry, furniture, handmade soap, pottery and Christmas decorations. Local performers the Singing Angels and the White Christmas Cavalcade will provide entertainment throughout the event. Make sure to head in early Saturday and Sunday for Breakfast with Santa. $13 (general admission), $22 (Breakfast with Santa), Nov. 17-18, 10 a.m. – 8 p.m., Nov. 19, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Breakfast with Santa starts at 8:30 a.m., 1 I-X Center Drive, Cleveland, ixchristmasconnection.com
Nick Offerman: Full Bush
Gather some life advice from Ron Swanson himself. Held at the Connor Palace, Nick Offerman brings his Full Bush world tour to Cleveland for one night only. The show finds the former Parks and Recreation star dispensing his thoughts on everything from wilderness survival to how to grow a full and luxuriant beard like his. The performance also features a few original songs with accompanying ukulele played by Offerman himself. $39.50 - $59.50, Nov. 19, 8 – 9:30 p.m., 1615 Euclid Ave., playhousesquare.org/events/detail/nick-offerman
Queens of the 9
The queens of Cleveland take over the Alex Theater for a night. Hosted by Veranda L’Ni, Queens of the 9 promises to entertain audiences with show stopping performances from some of Ohio’s premiere drag queens. With appearances from Cleveland queens Shari Turner and Joliee Black, the show will also welcome special guests Helena Troy and Deva Station. $12.50 - $80, Nov. 17, 9 – 11 p.m., 2017 East 9th Street, eventbrite.com/e/queens-of-the-9-tickets-39461738121
