Catch a Free Documentary Screening
The Chagrin Documentary Film Festival, one of the region's best showcases for documentaries made by small, independent filmmakers, is getting you amped for their 11th annual event in October with some virtual film showings. "Docs on Demand" is an initiative where the organization releases documentaries from previous events on its website each week. Host your own virtual film festival with this week's films Elephant Path: Njaia Njoku and The Lost Bird Project, which both center around the conservation of animals and endangered species, or dig into the archives to explore previously posted films such as The Hello Girls, a film about the women who worked as phone operators during World War I. Free, May 22, cdff.sites.goelevent.com
Paint Your Own Monet From Home
With soft colors, gentle brush strokes and natural textures, Monet's “Water Lilies” is a painting that can make anyone feel at peace. During this special virtual painting class hosted by I Paint Akron, give yourself a mindful moment by learning how to paint your own version of the famous piece. After picking up a paint kit including a canvas, brush set and primary color palette, local artist Rae Faba teaches you how to use Monet's own techniques to create a masterpiece. $15-$33, May 22, 6:30 p.m., eventbrite.com
Shop A Virtual Handmade Happy Hour
Twinsburg's Master Crafter DIY Designs brings you hot sales on goods from creative makers in its Friday Facebook Live sale. Grab a drink and indulge in some retail therapy as local crafters and DIY makers showcase home decor, trinkets, handmade accessories and more on a livestream. Just comment "sold" and it's yours. May 22, 7 p.m., facebook.com
Work Up A Sweat With The Cleveland Ballet
They say a good workout depends on a dependable instructor. So who better to teach you about balance, discipline and exercise than a member of the Cleveland Ballet? Along with other online events, the company is encouraging everyone to get moving right from their home by hosting virtual workout classes every Saturday during May as company member and professional dancer Elena Cvetkovich hosts a workout class on Instagram Live. Free, May 23, 11:30 a.m., instagram.com
Pick Up Something Sweet
Whether you’re celebrating a birthday from home, an anniversary or just looking for a midweek pick me up, local dessert-expert, Sweet Costo owner Shelby Costo makes hand-made spirit infused treats that will booze you up and satisfy your sweet tooth. But for this weekend, Costo is offering a special for a free chocolate chip cookie with every pint of ice cream you order before May 23. Although there are endless sweets to choose from on her website, we recommend going for one of her boozy ice creams such as the "Whisk Me Away," which is infused with chocolate bourbon custard and topped with chocolate covered peanut butter pretzels. $14-$40 sweetcosto.wixsite.com