Mamma Mia! at Connor Palace at Playhouse Square
Sing along to ABBA as you join young Sophie Sheridan as she tries to find out just who her biological father is on the eve of her Greek destination wedding. Enjoy music and themes that will take you back in this classic feel-good show. No matter who Sophie’s father turns out to be, one thing is for sure: this show is definitely a family affair. $30-$165, Jan. 30-Feb. 4, Various times, Connor Palace, 1615 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, playhousesquare.org
Lights, Camera, Unity: Black Stories by Cleveland International Film Festival with Greater Cleveland Urban Film Festival
Up for a movie night? The Cleveland International Film Festival is partnering with the Greater Cleveland Urban Film Festival to present a collaboration entitled Lights, Camera, Unity: Celebrating Black Stories. This two-hour program is a compilation of impactful short films that recognize the distinction of Black experiences in America, showcasing nine short films that participated in the CIFF and GCUFF 2023 film festivals. Note: This is a virtual event with the films available for streaming online. $8-$10, Available to stream Feb. 1 at 11 a.m. through Feb. 4, watch.eventive.org
Food, Fashion, Ferrari at Western Reserve Historical Society
The Crawford Auto-Aviation Museum is celebrating the art, fashion and cars of Italy in a fabulous weekend event. In addition to the 14 Ferraris in WRHS's Ferrari: The Essence of Italian Design, the museum is showing a full-size replica of Niki Lauda’s 1976 Ferrari F1 car that was used in the 2013 Ron Howard movie, Rush; accessories from The Italian Collection; home decor from Solari; food from Murray Hill Market; and presentations from Dr. Paola Basile, professor and head of the Italian Studies Program at Lake Erie College, and the Cleveland Italian Ancestry Organization. $15, Feb. 1, 4-8 p.m., Crawford Auto-Aviation Museum, 10825 East Boulevard, wrhs.org
Great Big Home & Garden Show at I-X Center
Plan your next home project with nearly 500 exhibits and 1,000 experts featuring and discussing the latest in home design, landscape design, roofing, construction and more. Check out our free ticket giveaway. $15, Feb. 2-11, Various times starting at 10 a.m., I-X Center, 1 I-X Center Dr., Cleveland, greatbighomeandgarden.com
Buckeye Chuck Day 2024 at 1490 WMRN-AM
Come and say an annual hello to Buckeye Chuck, Ohio’s official weather prognosticating groundhog as he uses his highly tested skills to determine whether or not spring is on its way this year. Buckeye Chuck will be greeting fans in a live and in-person event at the studios of 1490 WMRN-AM, Marion's chief radio station. As is tradition, Marion’s First Lady Sandra Kellogg will be serving up her famous Spam Sandwiches (or “Ground Hog”) to the crowd on her own griddle. Free, Feb. 2, 7-8 a.m., 1330 North Main St., Marion, visitmarionohio.com
The Groundhog Day Cabaret Fundraiser at the Music Settlement
Enjoy a night of musical theater, jazz tunes and fun as you spice up your winter at the Groundhog Cabaret. The proceeds from the price of your ticket go towards the Hingetown Jazz Festival and She Scores, a program produced by Local 4 Music Fund, a nonprofit committed to providing free live music and music education throughout the Northeast Ohio region. There will be performances by Kira McGirr, Vanessa Rubin and Leonardo DiCosimo, as well as vocals with Eric Charnofsky on the piano. $25, Feb. 2, 8 p.m., 2920 Detroit Ave., Cleveland, themusicsettlement.org
Cleveland Kurentovanje at the E.J. Kovacic Recreation Center
The 12th annual Cleveland Kurentovanje kicks off this Saturday and runs for the next seven days. Like the Eastern European folk festival it’s inspired by, the Cleveland version is a fun way for the local Slovenian community — and others — to chase away the winter blues while heralding the arrival of spring. The big event – Cleveland Kurentovanje – takes place from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 10 and is spread across multiple stages (specifically East 64th at St. Clair Ave.). The finale includes a grand parade and festival featuring food, drink, music and games. Read more at clevescene.com. Feb. 3-10, E.J. Kovacic Recreation Center, 6250 Saint Clair Ave., Cleveland, clevelandkurentovanje.com
Tri-C High School Rock Off at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
Who’s ready to rock? Join Tri-C High School’s student bands at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame as they rock their way through the first half of the 2024 Annual High School Rock Off Competition. Get ready to tune in, turn up and rock out as these kids give it their best shot for the last time. $20, Feb. 3, 6-10 p.m., 1100 Rock & Roll Blvd., Cleveland, rockhall.com
Galentine’s Day at Brush Boutique
Grab your girlies and get ready for a Galentine’s Day bash at Brush Boutique. There will be a mimosa bar, a permanent jewelry station from 10 a.m.-2 p.m., and endless opportunities for free swag. Back by popular demand, there will also be the customer-favorite Balloon Pop: with every $150 purchase, you get the chance to pop a balloon of your choice to win goodies such as merchandise, gift cards, discounts or even cash. Free, Feb. 3, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Brush Boutique, 8920 Mentor Ave. G, Mentor, brushboutique.shop
The Cleveland Bazaar Valentine at 78th Street Studios
Get into the Valentine’s Day spirit at the Cleveland Bazaar Valentine at 78th Street Studios. The Cleveland Bazaar is Cleveland’s longest running indie handmade arts event, beginning in 2004 and continuing throughout Cleveland since. You can find beautiful handmade crafts to celebrate your loved ones or to show yourself some self love. Who wouldn’t like something beautiful, and most importantly, handmade for Valentine’s Day? $15, Feb. 3, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., 1305 W. 80th St., Cleveland, clevelandbazaar.org
Cleveland Pops Orchestra Concert: A Tribute to the Beatles at Severance Music Center
Enjoy a night of Beatles repertoire performed by the Cleveland Pops and Classical Mystery Tour, a tribute group that sounds and looks just like the original Fab Four. Performing the classic catalog from the early days all the way through the solo years, this is an event meant for any Beatles fan. $37, Feb. 3, 8 p.m., 11001 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, clevelandorchestra.com
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