Beatles at Night with The Sunrise Jones at Music Box Supper Club
After recently performing more than 80 songs at the NFL Draft Theater, The Sunrise Jones has become a household name in Cleveland. On May 28, at special request, one of the best cover band in Northeast Ohio returns to their past stomping ground at the Music Box Supper Club for Beatles at Night. Group table reservations are required. Doors open at 6 p.m., providing plenty of time to catch up before reuniting with Beatles favorites. $18-$25, May 28, 8 p.m., 1148 Main Ave., Cleveland, 216-242-1250, musicboxcle.com
Berea’s National Rib Cook-Off & Beer Fest at the Cuyahoga County Fairground
Get your grub on this weekend at Berea City Club’s 22nd National Rib Cook-Off & Beer Fest, where attendees cast votes for one of 10 rib teams from across the country competing for the coveted Best Ribs and Best Sauce awards. Once you're full, enjoy live music over the sound of sizzling grills from the likes of the Chardon Polka Band, Beatles cover band Revolution Pie, Seven Nations and Cleveland's Breakfast Club. On Friday, hear the engines of more than 40 vehicles roar at the Corvette Cleveland Car Show. There's plenty of fun for the kids too with a rock wall and face-painting booth. Free-$5, May 28-31, Fri. noon-11 p.m. (Free), Sat. 11 a.m.-11 p.m. ($5, Free under 12), Sun. 11 a.m.-11 p.m. ($5, Free under 12), Mon. 11 a.m.-7 p.m. ($5, Free under 12), 164 Eastland Road, Berea, 440-234-5181, berearib.com
Bike Tune-A-Thon at Hart Cane Park
Biking is a great way to enjoy the summer weather and stay in shape — but you better make sure your bike is in shape, too. At this event hosted by Canalway Partners, enjoy free bike safety inspections and small part repairs by Ohio City Bike Co-op mechanics at Hart Cane Park. A limited supply of free helmets from Put A Lid On It! will also be given out. The rules on this road are one bike per person and first come, first serve. Free, May 29, 10 a.m.-Noon, Hart Crane Memorial Park, 1820 Merwin Ave., Cleveland, 216-520-1825, eventbrite.com
Biodiversity Treasure Hunt at the Carol H. Sweet Nature Center
An iridescent dragonfly clasping a wobbling cattail as it jostles in the wind and the cheery cry of a red-winged blackbird are the type of treasures buried in this mire of wetlands. On every Sunday from April through October, family nature hikes begin at the Carol H. Sweet Nature Center to explore the Mentor Marsh, but this week in particular is a call to capture such treasures. Take a camera or phone with you to snapshot the ecosystem's unique biodiversity to solve clues and learn how to upload your journey onto iNaturalist to identify species on the go. Yes, that is a snapping turtle. Don’t touch it. Free, May 30, 2:00 p.m., 5185 Corduroy Road, Mentor, 440-257-0777, cmnh.org
Cleveland Baseball Team vs. Toronto Blue Jays, Chicago White Sox at Progressive Field
Celebrate the unofficial start of summer with the quintessential summer activity. Watch as Cleveland takes on the Toronto Blue Jays on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, and the White Sox on Monday in a double-header. Snag tickets to Friday night's game to chow down on Sugardale Dollar Dog Night, watch the firework show and enjoy the $2 Pregame in the District. Along with another $2 Pregame in the District event on Saturday, the first 10,000 fans get a stainless steel tumbler. $17-$136, May 28-31, Fri. 7:10 p.m., Sat. 4:10 p.m., Sun. 1:10 p.m. & Mon. 3:05 p.m., Progressive Field, 2401 Ontario St., Cleveland, 216-420-4487, mlb.com/indians
Lake Erie Canopy Tours at The Lodge at Geneva-on-the-Lake
Imagine a whole new world in the treetops. An exclusive tree fort like a massive crow’s nest is dappled in the glow of green leaves. Cable bridge structures swing from platform to platform while Lake Erie crashes on the coast in the background. Opening Friday, Lake Erie Canopy Tours' 60-foot towers and 30 mph zip lines make it real. Choose between the Zipline Canopy Tour, self-guided Adventure Course or Kids Adventure Course, all of which show the Geneva State Park and Lake Erie shore from a view usually only things with wings get. $29-$139, May 28-Oct. 31, 10 a.m. - 7 p.m., 4888 North Broadway, Geneva-on-the-Lake, 866-601-1973, lakeeriecanopytours.com
Memorial Day Catholic Masses
With all the grilling and parties, it's easy to forget the true meaning of Memorial Day. Honor the fallen by celebrating Mass at various cemeteries and churches in the Cleveland area. From All Souls Cemetery in Chardon to Holy Cross Cemetary in Akron, there are nearly a dozen services to attend, including indoor masses at St. Agnes Parish in Cleveland. Free, May 31, 9 a.m. or 10 a.m., Various locations, 216-641-7575, clecem.org
Memorial Day Weekend Hikyoga at Edgewater Park
Kick off a hectic weekend with the peaceful practice of hikyoga, which combines the disciplines of hiking and yoga, in Cleveland's Edgewater Park near the Cleveland sign. Following a 45-minute vinyasa yoga practice designed for those of all experience levels, hike an easy, one-mile trail to a relaxing stop at the beach. Bring your own mask, yoga mat, water bottle and sunscreen, for a comfortable time rain or shine. $16, May 29, 9–10:30 a.m., Edgewater Park, Cleveland Memorial Shoreway, Cleveland, 440-742-9317, eventbrite.com
The Ohio Flags of Honor Farewell Tour at Middleburg Heights City Hall
Another reminder of Memorial Day's true meaning is The Ohio Flags of Honor Traveling Memorial. This procession honors Ohioans who made the ultimate sacrifice for their country. Members of Rolling Thunder's Ohio Chapter 8, part of the non-profit prisoner of war and missing in action advocacy group, will process into Middleburg Heights. The escort begins at 6:30 p.m. at the Northbound rest area on 1-71, mile marker 225. Attendees are invited to line the path and wave the flag in honor of the fallen soldiers. Throughout the weekend, events include flag displays, food, music, fireworks and more. Free, May 27-31, Thurs. 7 p.m., Fri. 5:40 p.m., Sat. 6 p.m., Sun. 11 a.m. & Mon. 2 p.m., Middleburg Heights City Hall, 15700 Bagley Road, Middleburg Heights, 440-234-8811, middleburgheights.com
Preacher Lawson at Hilarities
You've seen him on television, now get your laugh on with comedian Preacher Lawson at Downtown Cleveland's premier comedy club. The rising jokester brings the down-to-earth humor and full-body approach that endeared him to millions of Americans as a finalist on season 12 of America's Got Talent. Tickets are available in groups of two, four and six, so grab your friends and head downtown for some laughs this weekend. $50 for 2 adults, May 27-29, Thurs 7 p.m., Fri 7 p.m. & 9:30 p.m., Sat 7 p.m. & 9:30 p.m., Hilarities Fourth Street Theater, 2035 E. 4th St., Cleveland, 216-241-7425, ci.ovationtix.com
Red, White and Blue Hike at Brecksville Nature Center
Before you indulge in the best red, white and blue food this weekend, find these colors in nature on the trails of Brecksville Reservation. The 3-mile experience on a variety of trails will include hills, stairs and creek crossings. Must register in advance. Free, May 30, 10 a.m.-Noon., Brecksville Nature Center, 9000 Chippewa Creek Dr., Brecksville, 440-526-1012, clevelandmetroparks.com
Rerun at Transformer Station
Since finding inspiration in the Cleveland Museum of Art’s encyclopedic collections as a teen, Norwalk-native Laura Owens has influenced the realms of art and painting for more than two decades. Currently Under Curation, which sees Owens returning to Cleveland to collaborate with high school students in CMA’s Arts Mastery program, brings the artist full circle. In this exhibit, Owens displays handmade wallpaper inspired by discussions on time travel, her own high school art and work from the CMA’s Education Art Collection. Free, Through May 30, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., 1460 West 29th St., Cleveland, 216-938-5429, transformerstation.org
Rock The Orchestra at Contemporary Youth Orchestra
Praised musician Chris Thile is Contemporary Youth Orchestra’s special guest for this year’s live streamed Rock The Orchestra. The singer, songwriter, and mandolinist is a MacArthur Fellow, Grammy Award winner and former host of the public radio variety-show Live from Here with Chris Thile. From folk to classical, Thile’s versatile nature and quick string work are sure to bring joy to four previously unrecorded songs arranged by Rob Moose. In addition, the evening will be complete with solo performances by CYO’s Solo/Concerto Contest winners. Pop open your laptop and let the sweet melodies climb into the night. $15, May 28, 7:00 p.m., cyorchestra.org
Square Sounds Lunch Break at Public Square
More than just lunch, set the mind free with a true mental break in the middle of a work day with a Square Sounds Lunch Break in Cleveland’s Public Square. During warm weather, local musicians showcase their craft for all to hear. The event on May 28 features Paul Christianson, while Monday's performance hears from jazz musician Eric Everett. Whether you're looking ahead to a long weekend or enjoying Memorial Day, bright tunes swelling across the green space before ricocheting off city concrete is sure to put a spring in anyone’s step. Free, May 18-Oct. 5, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., 50 Public Square, Suite 1910, Cleveland, 216-503-8103, clevelandpublicsquare.com
