AP 9.17.14
The Cleveland Chamber Music Society opens its 65th season of presenting some of the world's top chamber music performers with a concert by three more. Pianist Wu Han, cellist David Finckel, and violinist Philip Setzer will play Shostakovich and Mendelssohn at Plymouth Church. Tue 9/23.* Cleveland soul-pop singer has CD release party at the Music Box. Thu 9/18.
* New David Bowie documentary screens for one night at the Capitol Theatre. Tue 9/23.
* Gypsy folk band The Help celebrates CD release at Akron Civic. Fri 9/19.
* Punks unite for three days at Now That's Class. Fri 9/19-Sun 9/21.
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AP 9.17.14
The Cleveland Botanical Garden's two-day RIPE! Fest has become an anticipated annual event. Local farmers, chefs, and specialty food producers are on hand, and it's a great chance to see the gardens tinged with fall color. Sat 9/20-Sun 9/21. * You'll have your pick of harvest festivals this weekend. In addition to RIPE!, the Ohio City Farm and the Case Western Reserve Farm in Hunting Valley are holding festivals to showcase what they do, with food, music, and fun activities. Sat 9/20.
* Cleveland Culinary Launch & Kitchen offers a training program for aspiring food businesses. Meet their latest class and sample their wares at the CCLK open house. Thu 9/18.