AP 5.13.15
Cleveland got lucky when Brent Kirby moved to town. He's been a major force in the local music scene for a decade with his solo work, his bands, his songwriter showcases and his various other projects. Now he has a new album out called Patience Worth, which he'll debut at the Music Box. Sat 5/16.* Raspberries' Wally Bryson and friends play to benefit adults with disabilities. Fri 5/15.
* Chardon's Mr. Gnome are back in town for a show at the Beachland. Sat 5/16.
* Morticia's Chair helps Pat's in the Flats owner Pat Hanych celebrate her 75th. Fri 5/15.
* Meet Cleveland Heights' diverse musicians at Rockefeller's. Tue 5/19.
* Local music website After the Gig hosts 9th Anniversary Jam at Ace's Grill. Sun 5/17.
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AP 5.13.15
The Mustard Seed Markets — locally owned family groceries — are known for their total commitment to healthy organic food, free of everything from chemicals to growth hormones to high fructose corn syrup. This month the locations in Solon and Montrose will be joined by a third, in the Highland Square neighborhood near downtown Akron. Sat 5/16.* Pick up unusual organically grown herbs, veggies and flowers for your garden at Crown Point Ecology Center's Plant Sale & Farm Fest. Sat 5/16.