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from Scene June 29, 2022

by Chava Communications

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GET OUT Everything to do in Cleveland for the next two weeks

WED 06/29

Music on the Malls

This free weekly summer music series on Mall C features live music, outdoor seating and food trucks each week. Mall C offers a park-like setting and views of Lake Erie. The event takes place from 5 to 7:30 p.m. On select dates, the Cleveland Division of Police Mindfulness Group will present a free yoga class at 4:30 p.m. downtowncleveland.com.

THU 06/30

Hallelujah: Leonard Cohen, A Journey, A Song

This feature-length documentary that screens tonight at 7 at the Rock Hall includes testimonies from major recording artists for whom Leonard Cohen’s “Hallelujah” has become a personal touchstone. Approved for production by Cohen just before his 80th birthday in 2014, this film accesses “a wealth of never-beforeseen archival materials from the Cohen Trust including Cohen’s personal notebooks, journals and photographs, performance footage, and extremely rare audio recordings and interviews.” Following the screening, consulting producer Alan Light will join directors Dan Geller and Dayna Goldfine for a Q&A. Tickets cost $10. 1100 Rock and Roll Blvd., 216-5158444, rockhall.com.

FRI 07/01

Guardians vs. New York Yankees

The New York Yankees have rebounded from a disappointing 2021 season and have played spectacular baseball this year. The team swept the Guardians in New York earlier this year, but the Guards performed well in recent interleague play, sweeping the Rockies and taking two of three from the formidable L.A. Dodgers. Tonight’s game should provide a good challenge as the two teams launch a three-game series at Progressive Field. Tonight’s game begins at 7:10. Check the team’s website for more info. 2401 Ontario St., 216-420-4487, mlb. com/guardians.

SAT 07/02

Monster Jam

Grave Digger and all the monster trucks you know and love will be on hand tonight at FirstEnergy Stadium for Monster Jam, the annual monster truck competition. The mud starts to fly at 2:30 p.m. Check the event’s website for ticket prices and more info. 100 Alfred Lerner Way, 440-891-5000, monsterjam.com.

SUN 07/03

A Salute to America

Blossom’s traditional star-spangled celebration returns as the Blossom Festival Band plays a program featuring patriotic marches, Broadway favorites, an Armed Forces salute and more. The concert concludes with the “1812” Overture and fireworks. Performances take place at 8 tonight and tomorrow night at Blossom. Check the Cleveland Orchestra website for more info. 1145 W. Steels Corners Rd., Cuyahoga Falls, 216-231-1111, clevelandorchestra.com.

MON 07/04

Journey Tribute by E5C4P3

The popular Journey tribute act will undoubtedly deliver spot on renditions of hits such as “Don’t Stop Believin’” and “Open Arms” tonight at 7 at Music Box Supper Club. Tickets cost $28 in advance, $35 on the day of the show. The concert will wrap up just in time for you to walk outside the club and take in Cleveland’s fireworks display. 1148 Main Ave., 216-242-1250, musicboxcle.com.

Lyrical Rhythms Open Mic and Chill

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.

WED 07/06

Video Game Night

The first Wednesday of the month, Platform Beer Co. hosts Video Game Night at its Lorain Ave. Pub. The brewery will have five tables hooked up with old consoles (Nintendo, SNES, Game Cube, Genesis, and a Playstation) as well as Quiplash set up on the TV to play. If you don’t want to play, you can just join the audience and vote for your favorite responses. Admission is free, and the event takes place from 7 to 10 p.m. first Wednesday of every month. Continues through Dec. 7. 4125 Lorain Ave., 216-202-1386, facebook.com/platformbeers.

THU 07/07

Cleveland Tall Ships Festival

Presented in conjunction with Tall Ships America, this event that takes place in downtown Cleveland features live entertainment, exhibits, food and tours aboard the fleet. Additional event activities include sail-aways, “Ask the Captain” forums, photo ops, a festival marketplace and family-friendly activities. Tickets are required for Festival entry and ship tours, as well as the two new special events: Happy Hour at the Dock and Fireworks at the Festival. Check the website for ticket prices and more info. tallshipscle.com.

FRI 07/08

Front Porch Concert Series

Each Friday through July 29, the Lakewood Public Library hosts a “front porch concert” featuring a local musician. The 2022 edition will include everything from reggae to rock to soul and pop. All concerts start at 7 p.m. and will be performed on the front steps of Lakewood Public Library. Admission is free.

SAT 07/09

Grand Slam Beerfest

You can sample more than 150 local and craft brews as well as new craft wines and spirits at this annual event that comes to Progressive Field today. A day session begins at 1 p.m., and a night session begins at 7 p.m. Consult the website for ticket prices and more info. 2401 Ontario St., 216-420-4487, grandslambeerfest.com.

SUN 07/10

Kevin Hart: Reality Check

The diminutive comedian got his start in standup and quickly became a sought-after actor who’s appeared in films such as Scary Movie 3, Think Like a Man, Ride Along, The Secret Life of Pets, Captain Underpants: The First Epic Movie, Central Intelligence and Hobbs & Shaw. He brings his latest standup show to Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse tonight at 7. Check the arena’s website for more info. One Center Court, 216-420-2000, rocketmortgagefieldhouse.com.

MON 07/11

Guardians vs. Chicago White Sox

With the addition of a make-up game that takes place tomorrow at 1:10 p.m., this series against the Chicago White Sox will find the two teams facing off four times at Progressive Field. Tonight’s game begins at 7:10. Check the club’s website for more info on the series. 2401 Ontario St., 216-420-4487, mlb. com/guardians.

TUE 07/12

Ain’t Too Proud

Nominated for 12 Tony Awards, Ain’t Too Proud tells the story of the Temptations and focuses on themes such as brotherhood, family, loyalty and betrayal in chronicling how the musical group become popular during a time of civil unrest. Tonight’s performance takes place at 7:30 at the State Theatre. Consult the Playhouse Square website for more info. The play runs through July 31. 1519 Euclid Ave., 216-241-6000, playhousesquare.org. scene@clevescene.com t@clevelandscene