Chardon duo Mr. Gnome is one of the area's most industrious and creative bands. They tour a lot and have built a loyal DIY fan base. And they always come home to Cleveland for their annual holiday show at the Beachland. Sat 12/19. * The Lottery League announces its 2016 return with kickoff and draft Fri 2/5 & Sat 2/6 & the Big Show at the Agora Sat 4/16.
* The Chromes bring debut their new album, with a glam/classic rock vibe, at Tremont's Coda. Sat 12/19.
* Ryan Humbert's holiday extravaganza is back with a country flavor. Sun 12/20-Mon 12/21.
* Four veteran area singer-songwriters perform their annual show at Peninsula's G.A.R. Hall. Sun 12/20.
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The issue of food waste has come to the foreground in recent years, as both social justice and environmental activists promote the need to address how much food is produced and thrown away. Come to the CWRU farm in Hunting Valley to hear how local businesses are tackling the problem. Sat 11/7.* It's getting to be hot soup weather. At SouperBowlCle in Gordon Square, you can try 20 different soups at various spots in the neighborhood and vote on your favorite. Proceeds go to help those in need via the West Side Catholic Center. Sat 11/7.