32nd Annual Chalk Festival at the Cleveland Museum of Art
In 16th century Italy, beggars used chalk to imitate Raphael’s Madonna in plazas outside of cathedrals. Fast-forward to today and Cleveland’s Chalk Festival is a celebration for masters of that technique along with admirers and children alike. Rain or shine, the Cleveland Museum of Art will offer its sidewalks at the Fine Arts Garden as a canvas this Saturday, featuring chalk artists Anna Arnold, Bruno Casiano, Wendy Mahon and Jerome White. Feel welcome to aid Casiano in his project’s coloring or buy your own square and 12-color chalk box for $10 on site. Free, Sept. 11, noon- 5 p.m., 11150 East Blvd., Cleveland, 216-421-7350, clevelandart.org
Alex Williams and Ohio Civil Power at the Beachland Tavern
Inspired by Waylon Jennings and Willie Nelson, Midwesterner Alex Williams traded his electric guitar for an acoustic and from a young age told himself he wasn’t going to have a conventional day job. He’s kept to that promise. Sunday night, the Beachland Tavern will witness Williams’ combo of southern rock and vintage country, the lyrics woven to life by his baritone voice. Lakewood-based Ohio Civil Power will also be there to bring down the house. $15-$20, Sept. 11, 7:30 p.m., 15711 Waterloo Road, Cleveland, 216-383-1124, beachlandballroom.com
Isaiah Rashad: Lil Sunny’s Awesome Vacation at House of Blues Cleveland
Loosen the tie you wore for church Sunday morning and trade in the stiff slacks for jeans; Isaiah Rashad is coming to spit some fire at the House of Blues in Cleveland Sunday evening. The show starts at 8 p.m., but the doors open at 7 p.m., leaving plenty of time to gather the family at a nearby restaurant and bar for some pre-show vittles. For those 21 and over, the Foundation Room will be serving fine food and craft cocktails, as well as an after-hours experience. $29.50-$39.50, Sept. 12, 7 p.m., 308 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, 216-523-2583, houseofblues.com
Murder By The Falls: “Nursery Crimes” at Chagrin Valley Little Theatre
Grab your magnifying glass, sleuth coat and brew some coffee for a full night of crime solving. This virtual game of clue will have your crew examine evidence related to the murder of the fictitious Humperdinck T. Dumpty at the request of Mother Goose, played by Jan Jones. PDF files sent via e-mail will reveal clues. As valid keywords are submitted via webpage, access to video clips help piece together this “whodunit.” Suspect submissions are due Saturday at noon, with an optional in-person after party at 7 p.m., complete with popcorn treat bags. $35, Sept. 10, 7 p.m., 440-247-8955, cvlt.org
Stewart Copeland’s Police Deranged For Orchestra at Blossom Music Center
Music is a flexible art form. For those who enjoy mash-ups like pop turned metal and have a heart for classic rock, Police Deranged For Orchestra will be elastic to the imagination. Copeland — a founding member and percussionist for The Police — has rearranged the band’s most memorable tunes for orchestra. You’ll hear hits like “Roxanne,” and “Message in a Bottle,” but with the volume and flair of Cleveland’s premiere orchestra, conducted by Edwin Outwater. Copeland himself will be on the drums. $39- $358, Sept. 11, 7:30 p.m., 1145 W. Steels Corners Road, Cuyahoga Falls, 216-231-1111, clevelandorchestra.com
Tri-C JazzFest Cleveland at Cain Park
Two words you don’t usually hear together are “educational” and “festival,” but that’s exactly what Tri-C JazzFest Cleveland is. Founded in 1980 by Dr. Thom Horning and Reginald Buckner, the celebration and fostering of jazz in Cleveland returns for its 42nd year, this time under the cover of Evans Amphitheater. Listen to the views of various professionals within the jazz world, from artists to radio hosts and a historian. Enjoy performances by Tri-C JazzFest Academy students and more. For kids, dancing, balloons and crafts are offered. $35-$100, Sept. 11-12, Sat. 2:30 p.m. & Sun. 1 p.m., 14591 Superior Road, Cleveland Heights, 216-371-3000, tri-c.edu
