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THURSDAY AUG. 11 | 6-10 PM FRIDAY AUG. 12 | 7-11 PM

SATURDAY AUG. 13 | 1-5 PM

SATURDAY AUG. 13 |7-11 PM

SUNDAY AUG. 14 | 2-6 PM

WEDNESDAY AUG. 17 | 6-10 PM

THURSDAY AUG. 18 | 6-10 PM

FRIDAY AUG. 19 | 7-11 PM

SATURDAY AUG. 20 | 1-5 PM

SATURDAY AUG. 20 | 7-11 PM

SUNDAY AUG. 21 | 2-6 PM

WEDNESDAY AUG. 24 | 6-10 PM

Photo: Emanuel Wallace

The Sixth City Comedy Festival returns this summer for its second year in a row. A kickoff party takes place tonight at 8 at Lakewood Village Tavern, and performances go down at several venues around town through Sunday. The main stage is at Bop Stop, and showcases will go down at Great Lakes Brewing Company, Lakewood Village Tavern, Hatfield’s Goode Grub, Grindstone Tap House and Market Avenue Wine Bar. This year’s festival features more than 70 local, national and international comedians. Consult the website for a complete schedule. sixthcitycomedy.com.

Dubbed “a can’t miss Broadway event,” Disney’s Frozen joins The Lion King and Aladdin as other Disney musicals that have hit the road on nation-wide tours. The story centers on two princesses and features a slew of memorable songs. Tonight’s performance takes place at 7:30 at the State Theatre. Consult the Playhouse Square website for more info. 1519 Euclid Ave., 216-241-6000, playhousesquare.org.

The annual Feast of the Assumption takes place today through Saturday in Little Italy. Once again, Holy Rosary Church’s parish hosts this free, family-friendly festival. Starting and ending with religious processions celebrating the Virgin Mary being taken into Heaven, the Feast includes classic festival staples as well as fireworks, a raffle and observances and services for those who celebrate the Catholic Holy Day. Restaurants in the area as well as specialty vendors are set to have stands lining the streets, offering traditional Italian foods, desserts and beverages for purchase. Carnival rides and games, live music (including opera, Italian choirs and local bands) and a casino in the church’s lower level are all available for entertainment during the fest. The Feast’s hours are 6 p.m. to midnight today, noon to midnight tomorrow, noon to midnight on Sunday and noon to 10 p.m. on Monday. holy-rosary.org.

Rachmaninoff’s Second Piano Concerto was a hit as soon it was first composed. Tonight, Cleveland favorite Danill Trifonov joins the Cleveland Orchestra for a performance of the piece at Blossom. The concert begins at 7. Check the orchestra’s website for more info. 1145 W. Steels Corners Rd., Cuyahoga Falls, 216-231-1111, clevelandorchestra.com.

This special Reggae Sunday Happy Hour Concert series is a summertime tradition at the Music Box Supper Club The indoor/outdoor concert series will take place rain or shine with live music from 4 to 7 p.m. Music Box will also offer food and drink specials exclusive to the series. 1148 Main Ave., 216-242-1250, musicboxcle.com.

Every Monday, Cleveland Cinemas hosts $5 Movie Mondays, where film fans can catch up on the latest Hollywood flicks for significantly reduced prices. Bring your friends and family and make Movie Mondays a weekly tradition — many theaters even offer discounted concession stand items. Participating theaters include Apollo Theatre, Cedar Lee Theatre and Chagrin Cinemas. Additional charges apply for 3-D movies. clevelandcinemas.com.

Tonight from 7 to 9, the Winchester hosts its weekly Open Turntable Tuesday. Jason Gokorsch will book guest DJs and offer slots to people who want to bring their own vinyl and spin their favorite songs or deep tracks. First time DJs are encouraged, and equipment is provided. Patrons can also bring records for the night’s DJ to add to their set. Sign up on Northeast Ohio Vinyl Club’s Facebook page. 12112 Madison Ave., Lakewood, 216-600-5338, facebook.com/ TheWinchesterMusicTavern.

A summer tradition continues tonight from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Wade Oval in University Circle. It’s Wade Oval Wednesday, and there will be local food vendors, a beer and wine tent, a farmers market and free kids’ activities — all laid out on the Wade Oval lawn, adjacent to Cleveland Botanical Garden, the Cleveland Art Museum, and the Cleveland Natural History Museum. Some museums will stay open late too. Details are on the website. universitycircle.org.

The top Black chefs/owners of local Cleveland restaurants, food trucks and catering businesses will be on hand for this event that takes place at 6 p.m. at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse. Chefs will prepare their signature dishes for guests to sample and vote on with prizes awarded to the winning participants. Local Black mixologists and musicians will also provide drinks and entertainment for the night. The full experience is $85 and includes access to food and drink tasting from 20+ local Black chefs and six local Black mixologists. A general admission ticket will also be available for $45. One Center Court, 216-420-2000, rocketmortgagefieldhouse.com.

Photo: Emanuel Wallace

In a series that should have implications for the upcoming playoffs, the Chicago White Sox arrive at Progressive Field tonight for the start of a three-game series. The White Sox stumbled out of the gate but have rebounded to remain in contention. Tonight’s game will feature fireworks as part of a Rock ‘N Blast promotion. 2401 Ontario St., 216-420-4487, mlb. com/guardians.

In Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, trees fight and a mysterious house elf visits Harry at the start of his second year at Hogwarts. Tonight and tomorrow night at 7 at Blossom, the Cleveland Orchestra performs the score live while the film shows. Check the orchestra website for ticket prices. 1145 W. Steels Corners Rd., Cuyahoga Falls, 216-231-1111, clevelandorchestra.com.

A product of Cleveland, standup comedian Ryan Dalton has played locally and toured nationally for about the past 20 years. He regularly appears on Bob and Tom Radio Show and has released several comedy albums. He performs tonight at 7 at Hilarities. Check the club’s website for more info. 2035 East Fourth St., 216-241-7425, pickwickandfrolic.com.

Each Monday, the Winchester chef puts together a special vegan menu featuring items such as comfort burgers, Philly burgers and peach cobbler. The kitchen opens up at 4 p.m. and stays open until midnight. Check the website for more info. 12112 Madison Ave., Lakewood, 216-600-5338, facebook.com/ TheWinchesterMusicTavern.

This long-running open mic night at the B Side allows some of the city’s best rappers and poets to strut their stuff. The event begins at 8 with a comedy session dubbed 2 Drinks & a Joke with host Ant Morrow. The open mic performances begin at 10 p.m. Tickets cost $5 in advance, $10 at the door., $5. 2785 Euclid Heights Blvd., Cleveland Heights, 216-932-1966, bsideliquorlounge.com.