AP 9.3.14


It's Studio-A-Rama time again. The free all-day indie rock showcase, sponsored by WRUW 91.1 FM, is now in its 33rd year. It's got a pair of headliners — L.A.'s Bleached and Minneapolis' Tacocat — plus a strong group of local bands, including Blackgrass Baptism (pictured). Sat 9/6.

* Rock on the Goodtime III at the 4th annual Roar Along the Shore. Fri 9/5.
* The Afghan Whigs back on tour at House of Blues. Tue 9/9.
* The Black Keys come home to play the Q. Sat 9/6.
* Blue Water Chamber Orchestra opens its season with Beethoven. Sat 9/6.
* Hank Williams birthday bash at the Music Box. Fri 9/5.

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AP 9.3.14


Are you one of those adventurous people who will try anything? Get to the 6th annual Cleveland Garlic Festival at Shaker Square early because Mitchell's garlic ice cream, made especially for the festival, sells out. You'll find more kinds of garlic than you knew existed, plus food, music, kids' activities, chef demos & more. Sat 9/6-Sun 9/7.

* The Ohio State Extension offers a wealth of information and assistance for those who want to grow better, more abundant veggies. This week, they've got two free workshops: one on season extension with high tunnels and another on worm composting to enrich your soil. Sat 9/6 & Wed 9/10.

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