Avenue Q at Playhouse Square
Spend an evening in this not-so-ordinary neighborhood with ticklish humor and a catchy soundtrack at Playhouse Square, Nov. 2-12. There will be an ASL-interpreted performance on Nov. 9, with a $5 discount code (ASL) applicable for tickets. CSU students and faculty will also be eligible for a discount with their student ID. Note: this show is rated PG-13. $20, Nov. 2-12, 1407 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, playhousesquare.org
Murder Mystery Dinner at Brew Garden Strongsville
Get ready to be at the edge of your seat at this ‘80s-themed whodunnit at Brew Garden in Strongsville. Enjoy an evening of delicious dinner, drinks and deception while you race against the clock to find the culprit. $55, Nov. 2, 6 p.m., 16555 Southpark Center, Strongsville, brewgarden.com
Be Our Guest: A Disney DJ Night
Come relive your favorite childhood Disney jams with hot beats added at this Disney DJ Night. Experience all the nostalgia as you bust a move to songs from beloved Disney classics, including music from iconic past Mouseketeers: Britney, Justin and Miley. If they were on Disney Channel, chances are they’ll be on the playlist. $18, Nov. 3, 7 p.m., 308 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, houseofblues.com/cleveland
Jurassic Quest at the I-X Center
Come walk with the dinosaurs at Jurassic Quest at the I-X Center. With an impressive array of animatronic dinos, lost fossils to dig for and even baby dinos to play with, there’s something for everyone at this reptilian-led event. $19-$36, Nov. 3-5, various times, 1 I-X Center Dr., Cleveland, jurassicquest.com
Stream the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony on Disney+
Honor rock and roll’s list of 2023 nominees, including George Michael, Kate Bush, Missy Elliott and Willie Nelson as they’re inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in Brooklyn, New York. Elton John, Stevie Nicks, Ice-T, LL Cool J, Sia, and Queen Latifah will be performing at the ceremony. Free with Disney+ subscription, Nov. 3, 7 p.m., disneyplus.com
Cleveland Museum of Art’s MIX: China’s Southern Paradise Event
Immerse yourself in Chinese culture with art, dance, music and food at the Cleveland Museum of Art. Guests are invited to view the CMA’s current exhibit China’s Southern Paradise: Treasures from the Lower Yangzi Delta. There will be a performance from the Pittsburgh-based Steel Dragon Martial Arts Lion Dancers, and Chinese electro-club beats dropped by DJ Atomix. Chinese-inspired food items and alcoholic drinks will be available to purchase from Bon Appétit. $16, Nov. 3, 6-10 p.m., 11150 East Blvd., Cleveland, clevelandart.org
Forest of Screams
Who says the fun has to end after the Halloween holiday? Come for one last dose of haunted fun at the Forest of Screams in Medina. Guests will journey one mile through the Haunted Hayride, walk the quarter-mile, elaborately decorated Night Stalker’s Trail and survive a visit through the Mortuary Haunted House, a former funeral home where the dead still linger. Three attractions in one location, what could be better? Covered wagons are available if it rains. $32, Nov. 3-4, 7-10 p.m., 1662 Medina Road, Medina, forestofscreams.com
Northeast Ohio Hammered Dulcimer Weekend
If you’ve ever wanted to learn how to play the hammered dulcimer, now’s your chance. Learn with teachers Mark Alan Wade and Tina Bergmann with guest teacher Jody Marshall for the weekend as they take you through the fundamentals of the instrument. Workshops will range from Beginner to Advanced, plus there’ll be an open mic, jamming and shopping. Don’t worry: rolling tables will be on hand to help you transport your instrument from room to room. $118-$199, Nov. 3-5, Various times, 420 Washington Ave., Cuyahoga Falls, markalanwade.com/north-east-ohio-hammered-dulcimer-weekend-2022
Prohibition 101: Learn Hands-on Classic Craft Cocktails at Speakeasy Quintana’s
Take a trip back through time with a 1920s cocktail. Have you ever wanted to become a real mixologist and handcraft a drink all your own? Learn the history, basics and hands-on instruction of how to craft a Prohibition-era cocktail that be the bees’ knees at your next dinner party, Prohibition withstanding or not. $50, Nov. 4, 5-7 p.m., 2200 South Taylor Road, Cleveland Heights, qbds.net/speakeasy
Vote Early at the Cuyahoga County Board of Elections
Be sure to cast your ballot at the Cuyahoga County Board of Elections — this weekend is the last chance you’ll have to vote early before Election Day on Tuesday, Nov. 7. Free, Through Nov. 5, various times, 2925 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, boe.cuyahogacounty.gov
Browns vs. Cardinals
Bundle up and watch the Browns (hopefully) defeat the Cardinals this Sunday at Browns Stadium. Can’t make it? No problem. You can stream it on CBS or ESPN as well as catching it on 92.3 The Fan and 98.5 WNCX. $75-$259, Nov. 5, 1 p.m., 100 Alfred Lerner Way, Cleveland, clevelandbrowns.com
Cavs vs. Warriors
Cheer on the Cavs, early on in the season, as they face off against the Golden State Warriors at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse this Sunday. (And never forget our glorious 2016 championship win against the team.) Don’t want to leave the couch? Watch it on Bally Sports. $81+, Nov. 5, 6 p.m., 1 Center Court, Cleveland, nba.com/cavaliers
First People Day at Rocky River Reservation
Come dive into the special and important history of Northeast Ohio native cultures at First People’s Day at the Rocky River Reservation. There will be informative and fun activities for all with hikes, demonstrations, talks and more led by the Cleveland Metroparks staff, local scholars and the Lake Erie Native American Council. Free event, Nov. 5, 10 a.m-4 p.m., 24000 Valley Parkway, North Olmsted, clevelandmetroparks.com
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