Cheese and Wine Fest at Lago East Bank
This illustrious event boasts more than 40 wines and 50
cheeses from around the world, all for your delectable pleasure. Don’t fret,
samples are unlimited while supplies last — so try an extra bit of Champignon
Cambozola or Les Chateau Brie before the night is over. $50-$65, Nov. 11, 6-10 p.m., 1091 W. 10th St.,
Cleveland, tastecle.com
Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Minnesota Timberwolves at Rocket
Mortgage FieldHouse
Head down to the FieldHouse this Sunday for a game against
the Timberwolves. The Cavs look hot so far — let’s see if they keep the
momentum going as we move deeper into the season. Tickets start at $28, Nov. 13, 6 p.m., 1 Center
Court, Cleveland, rocketmortgagefieldhouse.com
Cleveland Metroparks Veterans Day 5K at Edgewater Park
Walk or run in this inaugural race celebrating the nation’s
veterans as part of the Cleveland Metroparks Race Series. Starting and ending
at Edgewater, the trek promises beautiful fall scenery along the lakefront. $35, Nov. 12, 8:30 a.m., Upper Edgewater Park,
Cleveland, runsignup.com
Veterans Day Parade at Cleveland City Hall
Before the parade, catch the third annual Veterans
Recognition Ceremony. Both events are great opportunities to thank and honor
local and national heroes who sacrificed so much for their communities at home.
Free, Nov. 11, 12:45 p.m., 601
Lakeside Ave.,
Dirty Pop Party at Beachland Ballroom
As a part of New York artist J-Lines current tour, this
pop-lover’s bash reigns in the talents of local rising stars, including Lindsay
Mesenburg, Joey James, Solon and Don Stroganoff. There’s no better opportunity
to absorb the brilliant work coming out of the city’s blossoming pop scene. $12-$15, Nov. 12, 7:30 p.m., 15711 Waterloo Road,
Cleveland, beachlandballroom.com
Discourage at No Class
Without fail, there’s an opportunity to mosh, stage dive,
scream and damage your hearing at No Class every week. This weekend, throw
yourself into the chaotic riffage of Discourage, Fed Ash, S.N.A.F.U. and
Mutilation Barbeque. Head to the bar between sets for a brew and a breather. $15, Nov. 11, 8 p.m., 11213 Detroit Ave.,
Cleveland, noclasscle.com
Imposters BIG Comedy Night! at Imposters Theater
Find a spot at Forest City Brewery for a laugh-packed
variety show, courtesy of Imposters Theater. Acts include several standup sets,
sketch comedy and, of course, Improv Game Night with comedy bits reminiscent of
Whose Line is it Anyway. $15,
Nov. 11, 7-8:30 p.m., 2135 Columbus Road, Cleveland, imposterstheater.com
LGBTQ+ Job and Resource Fair at Plexus LGBT & Allied
Chamber of Commerce
Not only does this fair provide free skill-building
sessions in resume design, interviewing and being out and proud in the
workplace — the event boasts more than 20 local employers in attendance looking
for dedicated and diverse hires. Free,
Nov. 12, 9 a.m-3 p.m., 6705 Detroit Ave., Suite. 114, Cleveland, business.thinkplexus.org
Montana Love vs. Stevie Spark at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse
Cleveland’s own Montana Love comes home for a headlining
match, defending his IBF North American Super-Lightweight title against
Australian fighter Stevie Spark. While Love has fought here a few times before,
this will be his first as the main attraction. $29-$185, Nov. 12, 5 p.m., 1 Center Court,
Cleveland, rocketmortgagefieldhouse.com
My Recovery Day Jam at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
Join the Rock Hall for a day of celebrating hope through
the messages and music of sober artists. Marc Lee Shannon headlines the event,
sharing his song “Steady On” and his personal road to recovery. My Recovery Day
Jam is dedicated to the late Michael Stanley. $250, Nov. 12, 6-11 p.m., 1100 East Ninth St., Cleveland, eventbrite.com
Walkabout Tremont at Professor Avenue
The community gathers for extended shop and gallery hours,
including Loop coffeehouse and record store, Doubting Thomas gallery and
Tremont Public Works café. The event runs every Friday, and monthly themes
range from “Winter Warmer” in January to “The Art of the Fish Fry” in March. Free, every Friday, various times, various
locations, experiencetremont.com
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