AP 1.15.14


Hey snow bunnies! The lineup's been announced for Brite Winter Fest. The 5th annual fest is back in Ohio City, with 70 local and out-of-town bands and performers on eight indoor and outdoor stages, plus art, food, a beer garden, and more — all free. You can volunteer or contribute to the Kickstarter campaign too. Sat 2/15.

* Apollo's Fire promises to "drive the cold winter away." Wed 1/22-Sun 1/26.
* Cleveland-bred jazz superstar Joe Lovano does four Nighttown shows. Thu 1/16-Fri 1/17.
* Violinist Ed Caner hosts local traditional folk duo at CVNP barn concerts. Sun 1/19.
* Berea French teacher Christopher Reynolds retires to focus on music Sat 1/18.
* Rock Hall's annual MLK Day free programming is back. Mon 1/20.
* K-Town Getdown brings jam band heaven to the Kent Stage. Sat 1/18.

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