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WED 09/22 Jam for Justice The Legal Aid Society of Cleveland’s annual Jam for Justice will take place today at 5 p.m. on the front lawn of the Great Lakes Science Center. There will also be a virtual ticket option. The event features law students, attorneys, judges and their other professionals from Northeast Ohio who moonlight as rock stars. Performers at this year’s event include Faith & Whiskey, Luke Lindberg and Hung Jury, the No Name Band, Out of Order, Razing the Bar, SIX sometimes SEVEN and State Road. In-person tickets for Jam for Justice cost $50 (it’s a donation to Legal Aid and includes one drink and light dinner). Stayat-home tickets cost $100 (it’s also a donation to Legal Aid and includes a Jam for Justice treat from Clevelandin-a-Box). Children under 18 get in free with an adult ticketholder. To request a child ticket, call 216-8615590. Band members include Ohio Supreme Court Justice Michael Donnelly (Faith & Whiskey) and Case Western Reserve University’s law school dean Michael Scharf (Razing the Bar), among others. 601 Erieside Ave., 216-694-2000, greatscience.com.
THU 09/23 Brandon T. Jackson Straight outta Detroit, which he refers to as “the bankrupt city,” comedian Brandon T. Jackson started performing when he was only 14 years old. He’s had roles in numerous films since then; he had a significant role in the terrific comedy Tropic Thunder that helped launch his acting career. Jackson, who relies on urban slang and makes references to racial stereotypes in his routines, performs tonight at 7:30 at the Improv. Check the Improv website for ticket prices. 1148 Main Ave., 216-696-IMPROV, clevelandimprov.com.
FRI
09/24
Indians vs. Chicago White Sox The Indians take on the AL Centralleading Chicago White Sox tonight at 7:10, and if the Tribe had fared better this season, the series would
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The Running Show will make its Akron debut at E.J. Thomas Hall — see Saturday, Sept. 25
have a major impact on the playoffs. But at this point with the Tribe out of contention, it doesn’t carry the same weight. The series, the last homestand for the Indians this season, concludes on Sunday. Tickets start at $15. 2401 Ontario St., 216-420-4487, clevelandindians.com.
SAT 09/25 Monica Bill Barnes & Company Described as “one of the most influential people in dance today,” Monica Bill Barnes will make her Akron debut today with The Running Show. Presented by DANCECleveland in collaboration with the University of Akron Dance Program, the performance will take place at 7:30 tonight at E.J. Thomas Hall. Choreographed by Barnes and written by Robbie Saenz de Viteri, The Running Show documents the life of a dancer through movement, interviews and stories. Barnes will perform on stage alongside local dancers, including the University of Akron Dance Program dancers. Tickets range from $25 to $35. Groups of five or more can call DANCECleveland at 216-991-9000 for more information about discounted group tickets. 198 Hill St., Akron, 330-972-7570, ejthomashall.com.
SUN 09/26 Maker Town Market Maker Town and Saucy Brew Works
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have teamed up to present free outdoor markets every Sunday at Saucy’s Vibe Garden. The weekly event will feature handmade jewelry, home decor, wall art, fashion, pet products, wellness items, furniture and paper goods. Located at W. 28th St. and Church Ave., Saucy’s Vibe Garden features picnic tables and an outdoor bar. Food can be ordered from the brewery via an app. The event takes place from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. It’s free. 2807 Church Ave., 216-666-2568, makertownusa.com/market/.
MON 09/27 NF — Clouds Tour Earlier this summer, rapper NF announced plans to embark on the Clouds Tour, his first North American headline run in two years. The trek, which comes to Blossom tonight, marks NF’s first tour in support of his latest project, Clouds (the Mixtape). The concert begins at 8. Consult the Live Nation website for ticket prices and more info. 1145 W. Steels Corners Rd., Cuyahoga Falls, 216-231-1111, livenation.com.
TUE
09/28
Open Turntable Tuesday Tonight from 6 to 9, the Winchester hosts its weekly Open Turntable Tuesday. Jason Gokorsch will book guest DJs and offer slots to people
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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.
WED 09/29 Phoebe Bridgers: Reunion Tour Singer-songwriter Phoebe Bridgers, who also plays in indie acts boygenius and Better Oblivion Community Center, established herself as a solo act of significant stature with last year’s Punisher, a meticulously crafted album about “inner personal turmoil,” as she puts it in one interview. The anthemic, horn-driven “Kyoto” shows off her songwriting chops and sharp pop sensibilities and it alone confirms Bridgers’s talent. MUNA opens tonight’s show, which starts at 8 p.m. at Jacobs Pavilion at Nautica. Consult the Live Nation website for ticket prices and more info. Sept. 29. 2014 Sycamore St., 216-861-4080, livenation.com.
THU 09/30 Cleveland Stories Dinner Party Cleveland Stories Dinner Party is a weekly series that pairs fine
