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11.09-11.16.05
Fast Forward

In this week's issue:
* Cool Cleveland Fast Forward party on Fri 11/11, get $18.50 tix by
midnight Thu 11/10 here http://www.coolcleveland.com/tickets/111105
* A&Q w/G: Jay Yoo CC's CIO interviews Cleveland's digital lifestyle
entrepreneur
* Cool Cleveland Sounds Radio Whales by Infinite Number of Sounds
* Cool Cleveland Preview of Martha Graham's Panorama by Vic and Elsa
* Cool Cleveland Kids podcast click
here http://www.coolcleveland.com/files/audio/CoolClevelandKids11.11.05.mp3=
 ,
CC podcast click
here http://www.coolcleveland.com/files/audio/CoolCleveland11.11.05.mp3 ,
CC Blog click here http://www.coolcleveland.com/wordpress/

This week, quickly, we fast-forward into the future. For the lucky folks
who will join us at the Cool Cleveland party on Fri 11/11 for Fast
Forward at CIA, we'll seriously be looking into the future of art,
collaboration, bio-art and socializing. Most people aren't happy to have
a drink alone anymore. With that in mind, we structure our parties to
show off Cleveland's sweetest surroundings and most sublime actors. Join
5 bands and a slew of designers, architects, filmmakers and digital
artists who like going really fast. Enjoy it all at an open bar. Get tix
here http://www.coolcleveland.com/tickets/111105 . This weekend, Voices
and Choices kicks off the largest community conversation ever in
NEO—over 1000 are expected in Akron on Saturday—will we see
you there? For those who like to complain about the state of Hollywood
movies, and how much they reek, consider instead, checking out the Ohio
Independent Film Festival all week, which will give you something to
think about after the lights come on. Read the earth-shaking news about
the Clinic and their non-non-profit status in the suburbs. Take your
cynical friend out this weekend and, depending upon their predilection,
blow their mind with the Horriblefest punk rock party at the Beachland,
the JazzFest Picante Weekend at Tri-C, the Tremont Art Walk, or the
Chocolate Extravaganza. I'll be a judge at the Funky Diva Purse Auction
to benefit the Rape Crisis Center, and I'll probably stop by the Charles
Herndon opening at the Galleria. It's Cleveland Orchestra week on BBC
Radio 3, the Poets' and Writers' League is hosting their Word Crafters
Festival, and Case hosts NPR's Ira Flato and Cleveland's own physics
rock star Lawrence Krauss in a no-cost, day-long conference on Einstein
at Severance Hall. Check our CC Podcast
here http://www.coolcleveland.com/files/audio/CoolCleveland11.11.05.mp3
and our CC Kids Podcast
here http://www.coolcleveland.com/files/audio/CoolClevelandKids11.11.05.mp3
for audio clips of hot happenings, with or without the family. Our Chief
Information Officer has a chat about blogging and clothing with area
entrepreneur Jay Yoo in A&Q w/G, and Jay asks some provocative
questions of you. And if you don't think Clevelanders are engaged with
making this a better place to live, take a look at all the letters sent
to ODOT Project Manager Craig Hebebrand, who is in charge of Cleveland's
Innerbelt bridge project. Then read the responses in Yr Turn below on
Cool Cleveland's election endorsements. Not everyone is agreeing with
everyone else. That's because we are at a crossroads, and we need to
figure out where our future lies. From the looks of things, we're
getting there pretty fast. --Thomas Mulready

Party @ Fast Forward 11/11

Fast Forward your Friday Night! Don’t miss the cultural shindig of
the season on Fri 11/11 as Cool Cleveland celebrates at the speed of
light with the Cleveland Museum of Art's Fast Forward party. This event
features five live bands, open bar, great food, and the vibe of
Cleveland’s awesome artistic community. It all starts 5:30 -
7:30PM in the Institute’s Reinberger Gallery (11141 East Blvd.)
with the radical, futuristic exhibition and docent tours of Dreaming of
a More Better Future, which features the work of 47 artists, designers,
illustrators, architects, film and video creators and digital artists.
Enjoy beer (from Great Lakes Brewery), wine and delightful delectables
from Elan Catering and Bridges Restaurant in the Student Lounge and Ohio
Bell Auditorium while grooving to the latest in electronic dance music
DJ-ed by Severiano Martinez of the Shinkoyo Arts Collective. You get a
comp ticket to the wild presentation by Eduardo Kac, Professor and Chair
of the Art/Technology Department at the School of the Art Institute of
Chicago as he explains how his art broke all the rules. [Comp parking
behind CIA –off Bellflower or East Blvd. –gates will be
open.] Get discount tix by midnight Thu 11/10
here http://www.coolcleveland.com/tickets/111105 .

Plus, you're guest-listed for admission into CMA’s late-nite Fast
Forward party from 9PM 'til midnight held at the CIA Factory, three
blocks away (comp shuttles available), parking is at Ford and Euclid.
Immerse yourself in live music from five different bands including:
Plasma for Guns, Infinite Number of Sounds, Travelogue, Jerk, To Be a
High Powered Executive and Entirely for My Ear. Check out the food,
libations and the burgeoning and hip student art scene with artwork,
experiments, and ongoing performances around every corner. All included
in your Cool Cleveland ticket! (Food and drink at the late-nite soiree
is extra). One ridiculously low price for all this! Get your discount
tix by midnight Thur 11/10 here:
http://www.coolcleveland.com/tickets/111105 http://www.coolcleveland.com/ti=
ckets/111105

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Election results For Cleveland Mayor, Frank Jackson defeats Jane
Campbell by a decisive 55% to 45%. Statewide, Issue 1 for infrastructure
&tech passes with 62%, while election reform Issues 2, 3, 4 &5
fail. Locally, Issue 6 supporting Tri-C and Issue 7 supporting mental
retardation pass easily. Check the awesome Cuyahoga County Board of
Elections page with live election results for all the races
here http://boe.cuyahogacounty.us/BOE/results/currentresults1.htm .

NEO's largest-ever town meeting Join hundreds of regional citizens at
University of Akron's Rhodes Arena on Sat 11/12 from 9AM-4PM from for
the largest Town Meeting ever held in the region, helping to draft a
game plan to create more opportunites and better jobs in our region.
This Voices &Choices meeting will feature simultaneous roundtable
discussions of 10 to 12 participants - each will paint their vision of
our regional future, share their views about our most important assets
and come to an agreement about how to overcome our most daunting
challenges. Learn more about this momentous meeting at
www.VoicesChoices.org http://www.voiceschoices.org/century_town_meeting.asp=
 .
Register here http://www.voiceschoices.org/register.asp  or call
800-929-2319. University of Akron's Rhodes Arena, 373 Carroll Street,
Akron. Your thoughts on Voices &Choices?
Letters at CoolCleveland.com mailto:Letters at CoolCleveland.com .

Clinic suburban offices are not non-profit and it could cost the
Cleveland Clinic millions. A court ruled that there is "minimal, if any,
charitable care at the Beachwood facility," and the Clinic should pay
$2.7 million in taxes. If the ruling holds, look to Independence, Solon,
Westlake, and Willoughby to challenge the non-profit status of Clinic
facilities in their cities. "I would hope they would just pay their
taxes and call it a day," says the treasurer of the Beachwood schools,
who stands to take in $1.8 million. Don't count on it. See story
here http://www.cleveland.com/news/plaindealer/index.ssf?/base/cuyahoga/113=
1100594149640.xml&coll=3D2 .
Do you have an opinion?
Letters at CoolCleveland.com mailto:Letters at CoolCleveland.com .

Ohio industrial jobs from green power What does it take to get through
to the naysayers in our region? According to a couple of recent reports
by the Renewable Energy Policy Project, the development of wind power
could mean 11,168 jobs (6000 in NEO), mostly in manufacturing. Biofuels
could add 19,000 Ohio jobs in the next 4 years, and solar power could
pump 1200 jobs into our state. Why then isn't Ohio one of the 21 states
with standards for converting to renewable power, if we are one of the
states who will benefit the most with real manufacturing jobs? See story
here http://www.cleveland.com/news/plaindealer/index.ssf?/base/news/1131273=
322101500.xml&coll=3D2 .
Wanna do something about it? Check out Entrepreneurs for Sustainability
http://www.e4sustainability.org http://www.e4sustainability.org , and
let us know your thoughts:
Letters at CoolCleveland.com mailto:Letters at CoolCleveland.com .

Suburban fire departments should consolidate We'll see if the concept of
regionalism has any legs in this particular region. A new
Baldwin-Wallace study recommends that Berea, Brookpark, Middleburg
Heights, Parma and Parma Heights, who now pay for 11 fire stations
between them, should combine their fire and EMS into one system,
potentially saving taxpayers substantial tax dollars. See story
here http://www.cleveland.com/search/index.ssf?/base/cuyahoga/1131100872149=
640.xml?ncounty_cuyahoga&coll=3D2 .
Your thoughts on combining safety forces as a first step towards
regionalism? Letters at CoolCleveland.com mailto:Letters at CoolCleveland.com

Cool Cleveland Kids If you haven't tried it, go ahead. It's easy: just
click
here http://www.coolcleveland.com/files/audio/CoolClevelandKids11.11.05.mp3
and in a second you'll be listening to 9-year-old Cool Cleveland Kids
correspondent Max Mulready telling you his picks for family-friendly
things to do this week. While you're at it, check out the Cool Cleveland
Podcast
here http://www.coolcleveland.com/files/audio/CoolCleveland11.11.05.mp3
and read Cool Cleveland without reading it. Cool Cleveland Kids Podcast
here http://www.coolcleveland.com/files/audio/CoolClevelandKids11.11.05.mp3
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ww.coolcleveland.com/files/audio/CoolCleveland11.11.05.mp3 .

Independent Film Fest this week Northeast Ohio will be treated to a week
of delicious indie films ranging from the profound to the obscure during
the 2005 Independent Film Festival. The fest kicked off on Sun 11/6 and
runs through Sun 11/13. Catch the Ohio premiere of Songs of Our
Children. a documentary about integrating children with learning
disabilities into classrooms with their non-disabled peers. Songs will
be shown tonight Wed 11/9 at 9PM. Thu 11/10 is Ohio Day, featuring films
written, directed, photographed by and starring Ohioans. Enjoy short and
feature films including Fair Game (2 co-workers, former lovers, are
forced to become temporary housemates); The Wild Guys (4 guys get lost
in the wilderness and are forced to face deeply hidden fears in a way
that will change their lives) and The Milk Can (a typical football
rivalry between two small towns escalates into full-scale conventional
war) on Fri 11/11, Sat 11/12 &Sun 11/13 from 12-8PM. Call 651-7315
or visit http://www.OhioFilms.com http://www.OhioFilms.com  for info and
schedule. Cleveland Public Theatre, 6415 Detroit Road.

Museum masterpieces on RTA posters Dynamic partnerships continue to
blossom in our region. The latest partnership between Cleveland Museum
of Art (CMA) and the Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority (RTA)
will give birth to The Red Line Tour turning the RTA Red Line into the
center of a unique art journey. There are 43 uniquely designed posters
of pieces from CMA's permanent collection on display at 7 RTA Rapid
Stations along the RTA Red Line which runs from the Airport to the
Windemere Rapid Station.

RTA calls for poets The Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority
(RTA) and The Poets’ &Writers’ League of Greater
Cleveland (PWLGC) are looking for writers to display their poetry on
buses for their Moving Minds: Verse and Vision Project. Both new and
dated work will be considered for the projects. Interested in seeing
your work displayed on hundreds of RTA buses all over town? Click
here http://www.riderta.com/pressreleaselist.asp?listingid=3D788  to learn
more about the submission guidelines. Entries must be mailed to RTA Bus
Card Project, c/o Poets' &Writers' League, 12200 Fairhill Road,
Townhouse #3A, Cleveland, OH 44120 and received no later than Tue 11/15.
Call 421-0403 or email pwlgc at yahoo.com mailto:pwlgc at yahoo.com  with
questions.

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It’s Back! Shaker Square’s Holiday Lighting Ceremony and
Pyrotechnic Display is Sat 11/19 at 6PM. Entertainment includes the
Hathaway Brown a cappella singing group, the “Bravuras,”
Elizabeth Mis, teenage saxophonist extraordinaire, and the Singing
Angels. After a notable entrance to Shaker Square, Santa and his elves
will surprise you with a special gift and begin a fabulous pyrotechnic
display that lights the 55’ tree and the entire Square with the
help of a child whose name Santa picks that night. After the ceremony,
Santa will visit with children to listen to their Christmas wishes.
Parents who would like to register their child to help Santa light the
square can register them with any Shaker Square merchant until Sat 11/19
at 12PM. For more information, visit
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CJO Bop Stop Series opens with Clevelander Joe Lovano The tenor
saxophonist, local hero and international jazz legend makes a huge
splash on Cleveland's jazz scene in this Cleveland Jazz
Orchestra/Cleveland Bop Stop event on Fri 11/11 at 8PM and on Sat 11/12.
Audiences will be treated to the world-premiere of The Surprise of
Being, a jazz suite arranged by CJO's own Dave Morgan in an incredibly
intimate and visually stunning performance space—The Cleveland Bop
Stop, located at 2920 Detroit Avenue. True jazz fans should not miss
this opportunity to see this Grammy-award-winning musical genius at
work, up close and personal. Learn more about Joe Lovano
here http://www.JoeLovano.com  and order your tickets for the show at
http://www.ClevelandJazz.org http://www.ClevelandJazz.org . Call
961-9339 for info.
www.ClevelandBopStop.com http://www.clevelandbopstop.com/events.asp .

Holden events, tours, designs Rediscover a long-standing regional gem.
Holden Arboretum will be offering a variety of exciting events and
informative classes during the months of November and December. The
Holiday Idea House running Fri 11/11 through 12/28 will showcase the
work of some of the area's best designers in the Lantern Court. See how
they've decorated the country estate and get some ideas for decorating
your own home for the season. Take advantage of scheduled courses and
get help Designing the Landscape; create your own Holiday Notecard
Watercolors or Nature Inspired Jewelry; treat the family to Stories in
the Garden or learn about Survival on the Mountain. Visit
http://www.HoldenArb.org http://www.HoldenArb.org  for a complete
schedule and tickets.

Warehouse District lofts for GLBT seniors A Place For Us Development,
Inc., a non-profit gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender organization,
whose mission is to provide a planned community with a variety of
services for multigenerational gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender
individuals inclusive of others who support such diversity has
collaborated with Marous Development to make their efforts a reality.
The proposed site for the condos with a 15-year tax abatement is the
Warehouse District on West 9th Street between the 250 unit National
Terminal Building to the north and the newly renovated 340 unit Bingham
Building to the South. Call 440-227-8556 to learn more.

Relieving disaster with words Area writer (and blogger) Jill Miller
Zimon's work appears in Stories of Strength alongside other notable
authors: Jenna Glatzer, author of acclaimed Celine Dion biography For
Keeps, award-winning science fiction novelist Orson Scott Card, an essay
by famed actor Wil Wheaton (Star Trek, Stand By Me), and a short story
from Christian romance (?) author Robin Lee Hatcher. Her essay, A Real,
Super, Human, is about the strength parents derive from their children,
even though convention would suggest that it's usually the opposite. The
work was organized thru AbsoluteWrite.com and 100 percent of the
proceeds from the book will be donated to disaster relief charities,
including the Red Cross, Americares, and the Salvation Army.
http://www.StoriesOfStrength.com http://www.StoriesOfStrength.com .

Emissions from the blogsphere This week, the blogosphere is emitting
post on ethics. Jill Miller Zimon's opinion
here http://writeslikeshetalks.blogspot.com/2005/11/blogger-ethics-hypothet=
ics.html .
Henry Gomez notes his post has caused quite a
ruckus http://www.cleveland.com/weblogs/techlink/index.ssf?/mtlogs/cleve_te=
chlink/archives/2005_11.html#091611 .
Chas Rich takes on Crain's Jeff
Stacklin http://www.cleveland.com/weblogs/neobabble/index.ssf?/mtlogs/cleve=
_neobabble/archives/2005_11.html#092007 .
Jeff Hess pulls out the SPJ's and the PRSA's
codes http://havecoffeewillwrite.com/?p=3D1021 . Check the Cool Cleveland
weblog here http://www.coolcleveland.com/wordpress/ , where Peter
Chakerian touches on community theater and youthful artistry in CLE,
Red’s Mahlers, the World Series of Wine, Anderson Cooper and that
East 9th protest. He also ponders the possible Scene/Free Times merger
and if so-called alt-weeklies (owned by multimedia conglomerates) even
matter anymore. When you’re done scoping things out, add your own
comments, questions and attitude.
Letters at CoolCleveland.com mailto:Letters at CoolCleveland.com .

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Cool Cleveland This Week
11.09-11.16

Send your cool events to:
Events at CoolCleveland.com mailto:Events at CoolCleveland.com

El Choco, Colombia: A Struggle for Cultural and Environmental Survival
is a telling, no-cost public exhibit running now through Sun 12/18.
Cleveland photographer and writer Steve Cagan has captured luscious
photos of the tropical rain forests and river cultures of the
Afro-Columbian and indigenous people of El Choco, Columbia. His exhibit
illustrates the tale of a people folding under the pressure of civil war
violence and the ensuing deforestation through lumbering, mining and
industrial farming. Gallery hours are Mon-Fri from 9AM-5PM. Case's
Mandel School Gallery, 11235 Bellflower.

The Family Line is a full length drama written by Cuyahoga County
Commissioner Peter Lawson Jones and directed by Desmond "Storm E" Jones
of Live at the Apollo Amateur Night fame. The story follows a cast of
intertwining characters as they struggle to realize their dreams. The
show opens on Wed 11/9 at 7:30PM and runs through Sun 11/20. Learn more
about the play and check showtimes
here http://www.karamu.com/coming_events.htm . Karamu's Jelliffe
Theatre, 2355 East 89th Street.

Stitching Together a Business Delve into the innovative ideas and
business basics that have turned a tech head into a textile sensation.
Hear the story of how Koyono’s founder, Jay Yoo, became the
darling of fashion mavens from the streets of Cleveland to the Hollywood
hills as COSE presents Business Unusual: Stitching Together a Business
on Thu 11/10 from 8AM to 9:30AM. Make sure you read A&Q w/G below.
Register
here https://cose.org/events/EventDetails.asp?axAuth=3D00000034&ssl=3D1=
&EventID=3D%7b19349DA3-A50A-4F98-A3BD-792F396C6D6E%7d&EventDate=3D1=
1/10/2005
or call 592-2222. Marriott Cleveland East, 26300 Harvard Road,
Warrensville Heights.

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Be a Funky Diva Sixty artists have designed and created fabulous
masterpieces out of a hip handbag template for the Funky Diva Art Show
and Auction benefiting the Cleveland Rape Crisis Center, Sat 11/12 from
7-11PM at Artefino Gallery, 1900 Superior Avenue. Even if you
don’t carry a purse, you’ll want to experience these amazing
creations from the whimsical to high fashion. Celebrity judges will
award artists creating the best purses in a variety of categories
including Bling Bling, Flower Power, Most Retro, and Most Rock N’
Roll! Cool Cleveland readers are offered a 2 for 1 discount: two tickets
for $50! For tickets at this price call 216-619-6194, x107 or e-mail
lisam at clevelandrcc.org. Don’t forget to mention the CC discount!
Visit www.ClevelandRapeCrisis.org http://www.clevelandrapecrisis.org
for more information.
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Nottingham-Spirk Design Associates one of the leading new product
invention and development groups in the US will share their insight over
breakfast on Thu 11/10 at 8AM; registration begins at 7:30AM. The
company has produced dynamic results for a variety of oranizations
including Little Tikes, Black &Decker, Playtex, Sherwin-Williams and
many, many more. Their innovative designs and inventions have also spun
off several additional companies. Learn more and register for this
eye-opening event by visiting
http://www.ccatlanderhaven.com http://www.ccatlanderhaven.com  or call
440-449-0700. Corporate Club at Landerhaven, 6111 Landerhaven Drive,
Mayfield Heights.

Unseen The artwork of Cleveland Heights native, Jake Beckman, attempts
to address our culture's increasing disconnection from the origin of
systems that deliver the goods and commodities which we have come to
rely on while reestablishing the connection of the inhabitant with the
inhabited and the consumer with the producer. Attend the open house for
Beckman's work on Thu 11/10 from 5-9PM which will be on display in the
Cleveland Public Art storefront window. Call 621-5330 for more info.
Cleveland Public Art Office, 1951 West 26th Street.

Is there an extra zing in your step on Wednesdays? If it's because Cool
Cleveland makes your day (or, dare we say “week”) then
consider passing it on to a friend or family member. They could probably
use a bit of a zing mid-week too.

Forget about me, let’s talk about Y.O.U. Party with a purpose on
Thur 11/10 at 5:30PM at this Youth Opportunities Unlimited (Y.O.U.)
event at Pickwick and Frolic’s Martini Bar. Network with business
leaders and other eminent citizens while supporting a non-profit
organization that enables thousands of Cleveland teens to reach
graduation with the skills and experience vital to future success. RSVP
to Kim Fields at 566-5445 ext. 231 or email
kimfields at youthopportunities.org mailto:kimfields at youthopportunities.org .
For more info check out
http://www.YouthOpportunities.org http://www.YouthOpportunities.org .
Pickwick &Frolic Martini Bar, 2035 East 4th Street.

Instrumental Evening for the Earth Score one for yourself and the
environment during a festive evening that will include a candle-lit
performance by members of the Cleveland Orchestra, an assortment of
gourmet hors d'oeuvres, tantalizing desserts, coffee, wine and
micro-brewed beer, hosted by NewsChannel Five's Angie Lau and WCLV's
Bill O'Connell. Guests at the Thu 11/10 6PM black-tie optional event can
bid on an exciting and unusual array of auction items including an
authentic eco-vacation in the Virgin Islands and a variety of other
eco-friendly products. Visit
www.EarthDayCoalition.org http://www.earthdaycoalition.org/programs_iefe.ht=
ml
or call 281-6468, x221 for tickets. Proceeds fund environmental
education programs of the Earth Day Coalition. Trinity Cathedral, 2230
Euclid Avenue.

Dark Room Afraid your creative genius will never see the light of day?
Then step into the Cleveland Public Theatre's Dark Room, an "open mic"
for new short performance work on Thu 11/10 at 8PM and every second
Thursday of the month. Whether you're a playwright, poet, performer,
musician, or a spectator with an eye and ear for exciting new work, the
Dark Room is the place to be. Just arrive at 7:30PM, sign up to perform
a 10-minute piece and bring enough copies for any cast members, plus a
stage manager, to be recruited from the audience. Old Parish Hall, 6203
Detroit Avenue.

High Octane Ligeti Oberlin hosts an exclusive sneak peek at the Oberlin
Contemporary Music Ensemble’s (CME) performance featuring the
risk–taking, high octane violinist Jennifer Koh on Thur 11/10 at
8PM. Watch the ensemble rev up in preparation for their Manhattan
concert at New York’s Miller Theatre on Sat 11/12. Drawing
exclusively from the works of legendary musical pioneer, Gy=F6rgy Ligeti,
the CME is joined by the Oberlin Percussion Group, mezzo-soprano
Lorraine Manz, and trumpeter Peter Evans. For more information about
concerts and recitals at Oberlin, call the 24-hour Concert Hotline:
440-775-6933. Warner Concert Hall, 77 West College Street, Oberlin.

Horriblefest is a completely sick Punk extravaganza that will put more
than 25 bands on stage at two venues over three days. The event kicks
off on Thu 11/10 at 9PM with The Black Lips, out of ATL, headlining. The
event continues on Fri 11/11 and Sat 11/12. Hear some of the hottest
punk bands from the US and Canada including King Khan, Trailer Park
Tornadoes, The Butchers, The Jabbers, the Catholic Boys and more. Check
out the Thu &Sat lineup at
http://www.BeachlandBallroom.com http://www.BeachlandBallroom.com .
Beachland Ballroom, 15711 Waterloo Road.

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Sizzling Hot JazzFest Picante Weekend - Nov. 11-12 An all-star line up
and lots of partying and dancing!!! NEA Jazz Master Paquito
D’Rivera kicks off the festivities Fri 11/11 at 8PM at the Tri-C
Metro Campus Auditiorium. At 10PM, cha-cha over to Moda Nightclub for
the Hot! Hot! Hot! After-Concert Salsa Party. Sat 11/12 spend the
afternoon in dance workshops at Viva Dance as you loosen up for the
Salsa Dance Party at Grays Armory with Bio Ritmo-Salsa Machine at 8PM.
Keep your dancing shoes on as Larry Harlow’s Latin Legends with
Alfredo De Le Fey and Yomo Toro round out this five alarm weekend with
picante style Afro-Cuban dance music at Grays Armory, starting at 10PM.
Cool Cleveland subscribers receive $4 off per ticket and NO service
charges. Call 216-987-4400 by noon Thur 11/10 to receive this discounted
rate or for regular ticket purchases contact
www.Tickets.com http://www.tickets.com  or 1-800-766-6048. For more on
the Tri-C season line-up, go to
www.TriCPresents.com. http://www.tricpresents.com
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CC KIDS Tremont ArtWalk This month's ArtWalk, on Fri 11/11 celebrating
the endless variety of local talent and cool galleries in the Tremont
community, will feature painter and printmaker Pamela Dodds and Tremont
Independent Films, both located at 2592 West 14th Street. Check out the
group show Exile at Asterisk* Gallery located at 2393 Professor Avenue
showcasing the works of Damon Reaves, Colin Toke, Anna Giangrande and
others. Also stop by the Inside-Outside Gallery for their Mai Hamed show
and by raw &co to see the work of Sarah Sutton. Call 522-0006 for
details or visit
http://www.TremontArtWalk.org http://www.TremontArtWalk.org .

The Coming of the King Movement and music unite to engage the senses in
this third annual adaptation of The Coming of the King. The tradition of
dance excellence continues this year with performances beginning on Fri
11/11. The epic portrayal of the momentous events leading to the birth
of Jesus features endearingly timeless portrayals from Cleveland School
of the Arts students and alumnus, alongside Cleveland Public School
students in a lively and energetic production. This event is a holiday
season must-see. Call 432-3772 or visit
http://www.FolukeCulturalArts.com/ http://www.FolukeCulturalArts.com/
for show times and tickets. Cuyahoga Community College Metro Campus Main
Stage Theatre, 2900 Community College Avenue.

Fifth of July Think you’ve got bitter and disillusioned friends?
You simply must meet the pill popping heiress with rock star designs and
the other colorfully bitter characters in Fifth of July, Lanford
Wilson's reunion tale mired in the misery of lost hopes and dreams. The
Cleveland State Dramatic Arts Program transforms the angst into art for
six shows over two weekends - Fri 11/11 to Sun 11/13 and Fri 11/18 to
Sun 11/20. Call 687-2109. The Factory Theatre, 1833 East 23rd Street.

Annual Awards Luncheon You are invited to enter a Margaritaville state
of mind as Jimmy Buffet and the Singing for Change foundation accepts
the third annual Rev. Richard E. Sering Award from the International
Partners in Mission (IPM) at the IPM Annual Awards Luncheon Fri 11/11
from 11:30AM to 1:30PM. The luncheon theme is Tsunami Disaster 10 Months
Out: Achievements and Challenges in Southeast India and will recognize
efforts in 52 projects in 25 countries. More information at
http://www.ipm-connections.org http://www.ipm-connections.org . Call
932-4082 for tickets. Windows on the River, Powerhouse, 2000 Sycamore
Street.

Wide Right will take the stage to perform songs ranging from infectious
power pop to full-bodied rock all tied together by the strong, warm
vocals and smart-ass delivery of Leah Archibald. The group's songs
resonate with everyone with topics ranging from smug elementary school
guidance counselors to the poignant reflection of a bewildered partner
in the aftermath of a marital argument. See their full-blown angst take
shape during a Fri 11/11 performance. The concert, which also features
The Fleshtones and the Rainy Day Saints, kicks off at 8PM. Order your
tix
here http://www.ticketweb.com/t3/sale/SaleEventDetail?dispatch=3DloadSelect=
ionData&pl=3D&eventId=3D13809 .
Beachland Tavern, 15711 Waterloo Road.
http://www.WideRightMusic.com http://www.WideRightMusic.com .

CC KIDS Listen to the Cleveland Orchestra on BBC The electrifying sounds
of Cleveland's esteemed orchestra will fill the international airwaves
during BBC's Cleveland Orchestra Week which kicked off on Sat 11/5 and
runs through Fri 11/11. The series includes a variety of the Cleveland
Orchestra's distinguished musical projects from the past three seasons
including opera-in-concert performances of Don Carlo and Elektra; works
from the Orchestra's central repertoire, including symphonies by
Beethoven, Haydn and more and a rare performance of Britten's War
Requieum. The program will also include interviews with Music Director
Franz Welser-M=F6st and Cleveland Orchestra musicians. You can listen
online here http://www.bbc.co.uk/radio3/ . Peruse the remaining schedule
at
www.ClevelandOrchestra.com http://www.clevelandorchestra.com/images/FTPimag=
es/Photography/Cleveland%20Orchestra%20week.htm .

WCLVnotes Tonight at 9PM, WCLV 104.9 FM presents "Chapel, Court and
Countryside" with Beverly Simmons –the fourth of 12 programs
featuring the music and artists presented by Case's early music concert
series. For a complete change of pace, try Bill Rudman's "Footlight
Parade," Sat 11/12 at 6PM. This week's show is called "Dirty Rotten
Rascals" and features immortal scoundrels from the musical theater
including Capt. Spaulding (Groucho Marx), Harold Hill, Max Bialystock
and lots more. Complete details on all of WCLV's programming are
available at www.WCLV.com. http://www.wclv.com  WCLV is a Cool Cleveland
Partner.

Word Crafters Literary Festival Join this regional celebration of the
written word geared toward adults and children by downloading your
Literary Passport here http://www.pwlgc.com/2005LiteraryPassport.pdf
and participating in events all over town. The festival encompasses more
than 30 venues and a variety of events around town, (see the entire list
here http://www.pwlgc.com/wordcrafters.html ) and will spotlight our
rich creative writing community from New York Times best-selling authors
to the poet next door. The festival runs from Sat 11/12 to Sun 11/20 and
includes events ranging from workshops and interactive seminars to
story-telling sessions for kids. Call the Poets’
&Writers’ League of Greater Cleveland at 421-0403 with
questions.

Voices and Choices The Community Partnership for Arts and Culture (CPAC)
encourages you to raise your voice and take a stand for regional
economic development in what may become the largest town hall meeting in
the history of Northeast Ohio. The Voices and Choices town meeting on
Sat 11/12 from 9AM and 4PM is your opportunity to join thousands of
forward thinking citizens in developing a cohesive vision of the future
in regional economic development. Get involved by calling 749-8225 and
visiting http://www.VoicesChoices.org/ http://www.VoicesChoices.org/
University of Akron's Rhodes Arena, 373 Carroll Street, Akron.

The Writing for Money Conference on Sat 11/12 from 9AM-6PM is designed
to help writers turn their passion into a lucrative career by addressing
the oft ignored "business" aspect of this highly creative endeavor. This
information packed conference will dispel many common myths about the
writing life while providing realistic goals on ways writers can
increase their coffers while maintaining their artistic integrity,
regardless of their chosen genre. Hear experienced, successful authors
and network with other local artists during this event. Visit
www.pwlgc.com http://www.pwlgc.com/writingformoney.html  for more info.
Cleveland State University, 2121 Euclid Avenue.

CC KIDS The Firebird pairs the Enchantment Theatre Company's unique
blend of masked actors, sophisticated puppetry and magic with the
gripping and exciting music of Igor Stravinsky as performed by the
world-renowned Cleveland Orchestra. The Firebird takes its inspiration
from a captivating Russian folktale about a young prince who happens
upon an evil wizard and a beautiful imprisoned princess during his
journey in pursuit of a mysterious and magical firebird. The Sat 11/12
concerts at 11AM &1:30PM feature a host of pre-concert activities
just for kids. Call 231-1111 or visit
www.ClevelandOrchestra.com http://www.clevelandorchestra.com/html/Performan=
ce/viewByEventType.asp?etype=3D6
for tickets. Severance Hall.

Gallery M Holiday Show Trendsetters take notice! Gallery M's Holiday
reception is the place to find unique works by metalworking artisans for
your gift needs. Drop in on Sat 11/12 between 11AM and 5PM to sample
hors d'oeuvres and gluhwein, a hot mulled German holiday wine and
Gallery M tradition, and to connect with artists who will share their
stunningly tasteful handcrafted pieces in metal works and jewelry,
beaded works and other wearable art perfect for discerning friends and
relatives. Call 773-8277 for more information. T.A.P. Studios and
Gallery M, 1667 East 40th Street.

Northside Sightings III Diane Dickens is back, along with the
irrepressible Donutheads for her third solo art show at Northside Club.
This exciting exhibition kicks off with a reception on Sat 11/12 from
5PM till 8PM. The Northside's Loud Food and Spicy Music are the perfect
complement to the thought-provoking and insightful collection of
paintings and Donutheads by Diane Dickens which provide an
uncomprimisingly fun and fresh reminder to Keep An Open Mind. The
exhibition runs through 02/28/06. For more information call
330-434-7625. Get Directions at
www.NorthsideClub.com http://www.northsideclub.com/directions.htm . The
Northside Club, 111 North Main Street, Akron.

Chocolate Extravaganza Cleveland Chocoholics Rejoice! Join the
jubilation in a casual evening of flowing chocolate fountains and
chocolate laden food stations! The Sat 11/12 5-7PM event will not only
satisfy your chocolate craving to the last decadent ounce, but your
participation will ensure that the Health Care for All Ohioans Act
reaches the ballot box. Champagne, coffee, iced tea and decaf are among
the beverages available as guests vie for prizes during this chocolate
lover's fantasy. For further info call 736-4766, email
spanhealthcare at aol.com mailto:spanhealthcare at aol.com  or visit
http://www.spanohio.org http://spanohio.org/component/option,com_extcalenda=
r/Itemid,59/extmode,view/extid,62/ .
The City Club Building, 850 Euclid Avenue.

CC KIDS Underground Railroad Experience Experience the danger and
triumph felt by slaves escaping via the Underground Railroad on Sat
11/12 beginning at 5:30PM. Learn more about this important part of
American History during a 1.5-mile lantern hike then board the Cuyahoga
Scenic Railroad for your return journey. Hikes depart every 30 minutes
with the last hike taking off at 7:30PM. Call 800-468-4070 for info,
pricing and registration. Howe Meadow, 4040 Riverview Road, Cuyahoga
Falls.
www.DayInTheValley.com http://www.dayinthevalley.com/today.php?d=3D20051112=
 .

Arts Alive! And the award goes to...Arts Alive! Akron’s own
version of the Academy Awards on Sat 11/12 starting at 6PM. Enjoy the
glitz and glamour of the Akron Area Arts Alliance awards at a benefit
gala as winners are named in 13 categories of visual and performing
arts. The thrill of the annual awards is heightened with the bestowment
of two lifetime achievement awards during the festivities which include
a cocktail hour, dinner, grand dessert and the Out of the Box silent
auction. To receive an invitation, contact the Akron Area Arts Alliance
at 330-376-8480 or
http://www.AkronAreaArts.org/ http://www.AkronAreaArts.org/ . Radisson
Hotel, 20 West Mill Street, Akron.

Funky Diva Purse Auction Snag your own one-of-kind, artistic masterpiece
during this extremely funky new benefit on Sat 11/12. More than 60
artists have created custom-made handbags and will compete in a variety
of categories including Funkiest, Girl Power!, Bling Bling!, Most
Romantic, Northcoast, Most Retro, Flower Power, Black Tie, Most Rock n
Roll, and Mother Nature. The night kicks off with a Diva VIP pre-party
at 6PM followed by the main event at 7PM. Hobnob with Cool Cleveland's
own Thomas Mulready (one of the event's celebrity judges) while enjoying
an evening of fashion, art, delicious foods and exciting entertainment.
Call 619-6194, ext. 107. Artefino Gallery, Tower Press Building, 1900
Superior Avenue.

George C. Roush II View the artist's latest exhibit of abstract
paintings during the Sat 11/12 opening reception from 6-9PM at the
Millworks Gallery located at 106 North Main Street in Akron.
http://www.northsideclub.com/millworksgallery.htm http://www.northsideclub.=
com/millworksgallery.htm .
Call 330-701-9705 for gallery hours.

Macedonian Dance Party Experience the vibrant culture of Macedonia,
located in the heart of the Balkans where Europe meets the Middle East,
during this exciting cultural offering. Sample freshly grilled cevapcici
and homemade zelnik accompanied by a cornucopia of refreshing beverages
of varying potencies. Enjoy the sounds of swirling clarinet melodies
soaring over powerful accordion cascades as Turli Tava performs live led
by clarinetist, Walt "Vlado" Mahovlich and accordionist Sasho Dukovski.
Take part in an "oro" (circle dance) or two on Sat 11/12 from 7PM to
midnight. Doors open at 6PM. Call 440-943-6237 for info. AMPOL Club,
4737 Pearl Road.

Natural History of Cheese Reap the scrumptious results of more than
4,000 years of the art and science of cheese making during a cocktail
reception featuring Sammy's resident Fromage Aficionado on Sat 11/12 at
7PM - Midnight. Guests will then enjoy a seven-course dinner of
tantalizing creations paired with the perfect glass of wine—all
while being serenaded by the soothing sounds of classical music
performed by Cleveland Institute of Music students. Call 231-1177 for
ticket info. Cleveland Museum of Natural History, University Circle.
www.cmnh.org http://www.cmnh.org/special-events.html#food .

Seoul Performing Arts Company Korea's distinguished, kaleidoscopic dance
ensemble is making its Ohio debut on Sat 11/12 at 7:30PM. Renowned for
their superb singing, choreography, gorgeous costumes, refined staging
and a sense of joy and humor, the 16 member company will perform an
entrancing program of folk dances and exciting new interpretations of
ancient court and shamanic dances including the vivid Puch' aech'um (fan
dance) and the masked Ch' oyongmu (dance of the five directions). Get
tickets for this exciting and colorful event at
www.ClevelandArt.org http://www.clevelandart.org/educef/aroundtown/html/540=
7539.html .
Cleveland Masonic Auditorium.

Rou=E9 and iPod raffle As if you needed an excuse to get rowdy and punk'd
with Cleveland's own Rou=E9, the incendiary band is raffling off an iPod
nano at their next high decibel gig on Sat 11/12 at 9PM. Of course, no
plain jane iPod nano would be worthy of these heroes of hardcore - it
comes fully loaded with the entire Exit Stencil catalog including the
yet to be released Home and Garden and tracks from the New Lou Reeds.
Road pals Cinemechanica, ari.ari. and Bullet Teeth are set to crash the
stage action - so call 939-9099 for more information. Beachland Tavern,
15711 Waterloo Road. http://www.roue.org http://www.roue.org .
http://www.BeachlandBallroom.com/ http://www.BeachlandBallroom.com/ .

Interfaith Concert Premieres New Work A collaboration between Jewish and
Catholic communities of Northeast Ohio and several area schools presents
the premiere of a new chamber work by composer, Michael Cohen. Based on
the Diary of Anne Frank, I Remember will be performed by Cleveland's
award-winning new chamber collaborative panor=E1micos, and will feature
soprano Sandra Simon on Sun 11/13 at 2PM. Call 556-4618 for tickets.
Student discounts available and there is no charge for children under
12. Historic St. Peter's Church at East 17th and Superior.

Resolving Eminent Domain The issue of eminent domain has taken center
stage in Ohio and other states as companies like Progressive Insurance
in Mayfield Heights have sought privately owned property for their own
private projects, judged to be in the interest of the "public good." The
recent Supreme Court decision has added urgency to the eminent domain
discussion. Gene Krebs, state director of Greater Ohio Campaign, will
discuss this important issue on Mon 11/14 at noon. Read
here http://www.cleveland.com/search/index.ssf?/base/news/1131105365304750.=
xml?nnusa&coll=3D2
for a refresher. Call 621-0082 or visit
www.CityClub.org http://www.cityclub.org/content/speakers/SpeakerDetail.asp=
x?spkID=3D5252
to register for the event. City Club, 850 Euclid Avenue, 2nd Floor.

CC KIDS E=3DMC Circled Case joins universities around the world to
celebrate the 100th anniversary of the “miracle year” 1905
in which Albert Einstein wrote five seminal papers that have changed our
thinking of space and time and the Universe. Join Ira Flato, host of
NPR's Talk of The Nation: Science Friday on Mon 11/14 from 12:30-6:15PM
as he hosts the conference Einstein's Legacy-Science, Technology
&Culture through the 21st Century featuring internationally known
thinkers and nobel laureates, including Walter Isaacson, Dr. Lawrence
Krauss, Harold Varmus, and Frank Wilczek. Learn more and register for
this no cost event here http://www.case.edu/events/physics/ . Severance
Hall.

Cr=E8me de la Femme Fundraiser Sizzling hot holiday fun begins on Mon
11/14 at 6PM, when Cleveland's sauciest female chefs kick off the
Women's Community Foundation second annual Cr=E8me de la Femme Fundraiser
in savory style. This evening of delight not only provides a preview the
latest trends in holiday entertainment and the finest sampling of
delectable concoctions created by the talented female chefs from the
city's hottest eateries, but also features entertainment dished up by
Northcoast Men's Chorus Coastliners and showcases a fabulous gift
collection offered through silent auction. Tickets at
www.WCFCleveland.org http://www.wcfcleveland.org/events.shtml#creme  or
call 622-0920. Cleveland Play House, 8500 Euclid Ave.

Greening Your Home for Winter With more chilly Northeast Ohio nights
ahead of us and predictions of heating bills going up 48% this winter,
the importance of conserving our resources has never been more obvious.
HomeMender president Jim LaRue will teach even the
environmentally-unconscious how to make their homes greener, healthier
and more efficient —all while using the least expensive means
possible. Call 961-8850 or email meghan at clevelandgbc.org to reserve your
spot at this event for this Mon 11/14 session from 7-9PM. Cleveland
Environmental Center, 3500 Lorain Avenue.
http://www.ClevelandGBC.org http://www.ClevelandGBC.org .

Carol Adams owner of Dimensional Works of Art and the director of The
Fiber C.A.F.E. at the Peninsula Art Academy will share her perspectives
of her artistic journey on Mon 11/14 at 7PM. Take a peek at some of her
fascinating work at
www.CarolAdams.net http://caroladams.net/carol.html . Get directions to
the event here http://www.summitartspace.org/about.html . Summit
Artspace, 140 East Market Street, Akron.

How direct is that? Besides the content, Cool Cleveland readers like
having their weekly news distributed through the most important
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Inbox." The proof is in the pudding, er, numbers: Tens of thousands of
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All Good Marketing is Direct Tired of walking back and forth in front of
your business with a sandwich board? Then try new and improved, more
direct methods of marketing. Marketing experts Dan Foust of the
Cleveland Indians, Carl Albright of InfoCision, and Rob MacKay of the
Step2 Company will teach attendees to identify buyers, determine what
they want and tailor a customized, relevant message that will get their
attention and their business. Call 592-2222 or click
here https://cose.org/events/EventDetails.asp?level1Seq=3D40&level2Seq=
=3D5&axAuth=3D00000034&StartDate=3D11/1/2005&category=3D*&s=
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te=3D11/15/2005
to register for the Tue 11/15 power breakfast panel at 8AM. Holiday Inn
Independence, 6001 Rockside Road.

CFA Meeting at IX Center The Convention Facilities Authority is holding
a meeting on Tue 11/15 at 6PM that will feature a presentation by the IX
Center on the rich history of their facility and its core market. There
will also be a discussion on the criteria and process of selecting a
site for a viable convention facility during this meeting, open to the
public. IX Center.
www.ConventionCleveland.com http://www.conventioncleveland.com/cal.html .

Dialogues of the Carmelites The social and political turmoil in the
waning days of the French Revolution set the stage for the operatic
adaptation of Dialogues of the Carmelites beginning on Wed 11/16 at 8PM.
The transcendent qualities of fear, faith and courage permeate the
Oberlin Conservatory Opera Theatre production of Francis Poulenc's
tragic opera. A riveting romp into timeless psychological truths is sung
in French with English supertitles. Performances at 8PM on Wed 11/16,
Thu 11/17 and Fri 11/18 and 2PM on Sun 11/20. Call 440-775-8169 or visit
http://www.oberlin.edu/operathe/ http://www.oberlin.edu/operathe/  for
more info. Hall Auditorium, 67 N. Main St. on Rte. 58, between the
Oberlin Inn and the Allen Art Museum, Oberlin.

Arts and the Community: What are the Benefits? An Economic, Social and
Cultural Perspective based on the recent RAND Corporation study will
explores the idea that the measurable and instrumental benefits of the
arts. opics like economic growth and student learning are becoming
overplayed, suggesting a shift to refocus policy on the demand for the
arts and emphasizing the intrinsic benefits rewarded by exposure to the
arts may be necessary. This important public forum on Wed 11/16 at 8PM
will address the value of community arts and how the arts should be
promoted. Read the report
here http://cpacbiz.org/ftp_file/RAND_GiftsoftheMuse.pdf .
Baldwin-Wallace College, Strosacker College Union, Sandstone Room 3, 120
E. Grand Street, Berea.

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A&Q w/G: Jay Yoo
Cool Cleveland's CIO gets some answers, has more questions

On Thu 11/10, people attending COSE's Business Unusual: Stitching
Together a Business will get a rare chance to hear what's going on with
KOYONO founder Jay Yoo. Rare, because he's in the midst of travelling
around the country raising the next round of funding he needs to grow
his apparel business while at the same time developing innovative
clothing products. As a preview of what you might hear (or miss if
you're not going), Cool Cleveland's George Nemeth was able to get some
answers from Jay about before he started asking questions.

George Nemeth: "What's the KOYONO expericence?"

Jay Yoo: "Minimalism and entrepreneurs go together. Keep it to a minimum
if you're going on a 2 day business trip. Not looking like a coporate
dork. But not looking like you've done an all-nighter. But you've got to
be thinking of a digital lifestyle. Not more pockets. Focusing on what's
important. Sport coats as PDA pocket is boring. The other half of design
is function."

GN: "How has Apple aesthetic affected your designs?"

JY: "Both brands are about the music. MTV, VH1. One of my heroes in life
is Jimi Hendrix. If you hear his music even today, it impacts you. Any
industry leader is like that. I don't necessarily like the brand, but I
love the story of Michael Dell..."
Read A&Q w/G: Jay Yoo
here http://www.coolcleveland.com/index.php/Main/AandQwithJayYoo

Cool Cleveland Sounds
Radio Whales
Infinite Number of Sounds
Infinite Number of Sounds Rec. Co.

The first time I heard Infinite Number of Sounds, I was fairly
intrigued. When I finally saw them at Ingenuity a couple months ago, I
was hooked. Having always had a jones for a trifecta of art-geek-rock
ethos, dreamy electronic edginess and imaginative multimedia visions, I
was immediately transported to a time where all of these elements
powered arena rock shows of the progressive geek-rawk era.

Dig into my collection, you’ll find Genesis, Rush and Floyd
alongside Porcupine Tree, Opeth and Tool and sprinkled in between Groove
Armada, Zero 7, Maggie Estep and Lou Reed’s Metal Machine Music.
Somewhere in that mix, you’ll find Infinite Number of
Sounds’ second full-length CD Radio Whales as well...
Read the review by Peter Chakerian
here http://www.coolcleveland.com/index.php/Main/CoolClevelandSoundsInfinit=
eNumberOfSoundsRadioWhales

Wanna get reviewed? Send your band's CD (less than 1 year old) to: Cool
Cleveland, 14837 Detroit Avenue, #105, Lakewood, OH 44107

Hey Writers! Wanna write about Cleveland music? We've got a slew of
recently-released CDs and DVDs by Cleveland-area musicians that could
use your critical commentary for Cool Cleveland Sounds. If you're
interested, send us a note at
Letters at CoolCleveland.com mailto:Letters at CoolCleveland.com .

Cool Cleveland Preview
Panorama
At Mather Dance Center on the campus of CWRU. 8PM on 11/11 –12 and
11/17 –19. 2:30PM on 11/13. Reservations 216-368-6262.
http://dance.case.edu http://dance.case.edu .
Every fall we keep an eye out for the dance faculty concert at Case
Western Reserve University. This year’s edition features not only
faculty works but also a rarely seen work by Martha Graham for large
ensemble, Panorama (1935).

Director of Dance Karen Potter provided background on Panorama at an
informal preview showing on 10/15/05. It seems that Graham choreographed
Panorama during one of her many summer residencies at Bennington
College. She had 6 weeks to create the hour-long work for an original
cast of 35. Composer Norman Lloyd, an accompanist for dance classes at
Bennington that summer, provided a score. The eminent artist Alexander
Calder provided a mobile as a set piece and frequent Graham collaborator
Arch Lauterer provided additional set pieces. In their 1992
reconstruction of this dance the Martha Graham Dance Company’s set
was inspired by the original, which the Case Dance Program found they
couldn’t afford.

Panorama was not performed again after 1935 and was considered a lost
work until relatively recently, when a fragment of black and white film
was discovered. This along with other notes and scores allowed the
Graham Company to develop the 10-minute reconstruction which was first
shown at New York’s City Center Theatre in October of 1992...
Read the Cool Cleveland Preview
here http://www.coolcleveland.com/index.php/Main/CoolClevelandPreviewPanora=
ma

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Apollo’s Fire @ St. Paul's Church 11/4 Now, if only Jeannette
Sorrell of Apollo’s Fire could be persuaded to plan another
musical ‘bonfire’ for, say, March—we would probably
all be ready for a warming trend about that time. She certainly did the
trick for the first week of November! Who’d have thought that
outdoor temperatures would hover near the 70°F mark at that time of
the year?

But then, musical temperatures in St. Paul’s Church in Cleveland
Heights were even warmer on Friday evening, when a group of brilliant
musicians presided over the imaginary Mediterranean Nights
‘bonfire’. It was a treat that will not soon be forgotten.
In fact, it could be repeated quite often without losing any of its
charms...
Read the review by Kelly Ferjutz
here http://www.coolcleveland.com/index.php/Main/InstantKarmaMediterraneanN=
ights

Red {an orchestra} @ Masonic Auditorium 11/5 Alma Mahler was 21 when she
met the 40-year-old Gustav Mahler. She had already composed a piano
sonata and 15 songs, but when he asked her to give up her music to
become his wife, she complied. As we get to hear more of her music, we
realize the magnitude of her love as well as her considerable talent.

Red {an orchestra} led by Artistic Director and Conductor Jonathan
Sheffer, provided an introduction to the music of Alma Mahler in the
opening concert of Red’s fourth season Saturday evening at Masonic
Auditorium. Mr. Sheffer devises intriguing programs around a central
theme with a sometimes oblique tangent in another direction. In the
early 20th century in Vienna, Arnold Schoenberg created chamber versions
of large pieces, usually performed by his students. Thus, we have
‘salon’ reductions of Strauss waltzes along with smaller
versions of works by Debussy and Mahler, among others...
Read the review by Kelly Ferjutz
here http://www.coolcleveland.com/index.php/Main/InstantKarmaInMahlersShadow

Bebe Miller @ the Ohio Theater 11/5 I thoroughly enjoyed watching
Landing/Place performed by the Bebe Miller Company. An observer of life
and the human condition, Bebe weaves fluid stories of writhing motion
that are pure and electric. Awesome to watch, audience members
can’t help but be pulled in by the happiness, challenges, and
dysfunction of the relationships she depicts. Landing/Place focused on
the home, wherever it is located, in syncopation with the family
–whoever it consists of. Swept up in the stuff that comes in from
the outside and the relationship battles within, the family is forced to
deal with daily issues that tear them down –perhaps forever. The
challenge is finding peace, comfort, love and security in the pieces
that are left over. From Cool Cleveland contributor T. L. Champion
tlATcoolcleveland.com

Bebe Miller @ the Ohio Theater 11/5 We went to see the Bebe Miller
Company’s Landing/Place on Saturday night. We’d read up on
the company for the preview piece we wrote for Cool Cleveland but that
preparation resulted in a few expectations we might have been better
without. Miller’s a genuinely deep artist but she perhaps told
interviewers more than she should have about her thoughts and intentions
for Landing/Place. Nonetheless, Landing/Place proved to be a rare and
sterling example of the possibilities for positive interactions between
dancers and video projections. Our quibbles cannot discount the
considerable pleasures of the evening.

To briefly discuss one unfulfilled expectation, consider the question
posed in a program note: “What does place have to do with who we
are?” Interesting question, but having watched the dance we found
no clue to an answer. In fact, this group of nomadic dancers—who
spend a significant part of their life on tour and who are members of
what Miller herself describes as a virtual dance company—are
arguably less influenced by place than most people...
Read the review by Victor and Elsa
here http://www.coolcleveland.com/index.php/Main/InstantKarmaBebeMiller

Heinen’s/WVIZ World Series of Wine @ Terrace Club 11/5 Last summer
my wife and I made a pilgrimage to wine country, California style. It
was a little bit Francisco, Barry Bonds, Ghiradelli and Alcatraz…
but so much more importantly Napa, Sonoma and Russian River Valley. It
was a wonderful time—so much so that even this
“Miles”-type (nee Sideways) actually fell in love with wine.
As it turned out, wine is one of my many jobs (if you follow the CC
blog, it would be “Job Numero Dos”) and I can’t say
that I could ever get enough of it.

Whether you consider yourself a “wine snob” (perhaps like
Miles) or you enjoy an occasional glass or two (three?), the
Heinen’s/WVIZ World Series of Wine is arguably the best event
Northeast Ohio has to offer as it relates to vino. At the second of
three “Grand Tastings,” some 400 wines from around the world
were featured. Over 100 featured wineries were on hand to provide
perspectives and expertise on becoming a more informed wine consumer...
Read the review by Peter Chakerian
here http://www.coolcleveland.com/index.php/Main/InstantKarmaWorldSeriesOfW=
ine

Yr Turn
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On Cleveland's signature bridge (See Cleveland needs a signature
Innerbelt bridge
here http://www.coolcleveland.com/index.php/Main/JacksonVideocast ) Dear
Mr. Hebebrand, ODOT Project Manager: As a citizen of the City of
Cleveland I urge you not to rush the planning phase for the rebuilding
of the Innerbelt Bridge and to seriously consider alternative plans to
your two bridge plan. The current Innerbelt Bridge is built over land
(both in the flats and downtown) that has very good development
potential, if the bridge was moved...
Read the letter from Cool Cleveland reader Naomi Sikes-Gilbert
nsikesgilbertATyahoo.com
here http://www.coolcleveland.com/index.php/Main/YourTurn11092005#Sikes-Gil=
bert

To: Mr Craig Hedenbrand, ODOT Project Manager: I am very distressed to
learn that ODOT is continuing to forge ahead with a plan to revamp
Cleveland's current Inner Belt bridge without thoroughly considering the
proposal put forth by Paul Alsenas. Building bridges and ramps to the
north of our current bridge makes absolutely no sense to those of us who
live and work in downtown Cleveland, especially when there is unused
land to the south. I hope ODOT takes more time to review this
significant project before moving forward.
from Cool Cleveland reader Patricia Rossman Skrha pskrhaATcspohio.org

To: Mr Craig Hedenbrand, ODOT Project Manager: I'm writing to comment on
the Innerbelt project. Please consider allowing more time before making
a decision on the architectural firm to be chosen for the Interstate 90
bridge over the Cuyahoga River. This project will have a lasting impact
to our city for decades and for that reason alone should not be
rushed...
Read the letter from Cool Cleveland reader Rae Varga
raevargaAToddpost.com
here http://www.coolcleveland.com/index.php/Main/YourTurn11092005#Varga

Dear Mr. Hebebrand, ODOT Project Manager: I was born and raised in
Cleveland before moving to Washington, DC. Next year my wife and I are
taking the life changing step and moving back. The main reason for our
move is to be part of the new Cleveland renaissance, something bigger
than ourselves. We are just the beginning...
Read the letter Cool Cleveland reader Adam Brandon abrandonATjsa.org
here http://www.coolcleveland.com/index.php/Main/YourTurn11092005#Brandon

Dear Greg [Hebebrand, ODOT Project Manager]: Cleveland Bridges; The Main
Avenue, The Detroit and Superior, The Lorain and Carnegie... beautiful.
West third, Eagle Avenue, Carter and Columbus roads....crafty . The New
700 Million Dollar ODOT bridge proposal....part of a comprehensive
presentation of history rolled and passed before the spectator and
impervious to disgrace...
Read the letter from Cool Cleveland reader Jeff Sefcek
jsefcekAThotmail.com
here http://www.coolcleveland.com/index.php/Main/YourTurn11092005#Sefcek

Dear Greg [Hebebrand, ODOT Project Manager]: The new Inner belt Plan is
one that will have an effect on this city and this region for a long
time. That being said, we should take the time to create something that
is beautiful and distinctive, not something that is ordinary and
boring...you can get that anywhere. We have a chance to set Cleveland
apart and make a mark by creating a beautiful Inner belt...
Read the letter from Cool Cleveland reader Jeffrey T. Parsons
jparsonsATnoche.org
here http://www.coolcleveland.com/index.php/Main/YourTurn11092005#Parsons

Dear Mr. Hebebrand, ODOT Project Manager: Please do the right thing and
open a design review for Cleveland's inner-belt bridge. What a great
opportunity to enhance the city's image. And ODOT's too. The bridges are
a symbolic gateway to the city; celebrate them. Look at the difference
the new bridges over 77 coming into the city make. Imagine the added
impact to the skyline of the city when viewed from the lake or river.
Lose the rust belt image and go for grace and technological beauty. It
need not cost a fortune to find a simple elegant structure. Find a
sponsor and put someones name on it if you must.
from Cool Cleveland reader Michael V. Palcisco
michael.palciscoATcase.edu

Dear Mr. Hebebrand, ODOT Project Manager: I find it outrageous that the
public meeting regarding the I-90 bridge project will not be held until
after the design firm (and its proposal) have been locked in. The
Cuyahoga County Mayors and Managers Association wants discussion of
alternatives, as do the county commissioners and Mayor Campbell. ODOT
stands alone in its refusal to consider other plans and second
opinions...
Read the letter from Cool Cleveland reader Denise Donaldson
zoonorthATnetzero.com
here http://www.coolcleveland.com/index.php/Main/YourTurn11092005#Donaldson

Dear Mr. Hebebrand, ODOT Project Manager: Consider me a representative
of the ever growing 20-something population. While I am certianly only
one vioce, I do work with, and spend time with many college students,
graduate students, and young professionals. As we graduate high school,
attend college, and proudly graduate college, we are faced with a large
decision: where do I move to get a job? The thoughts of many are to move
away, to a larger city where the jobs may be different and the landscape
more scenic...
Read the letter from Cool Cleveland reader Angela Barrett
adawn101AThotmail.com
here http://www.coolcleveland.com/index.php/Main/YourTurn11092005#Barrett

Dear Mr. Hebebrand, ODOT Project Manager: ODOT should reconsider the
plan to fast track the replacement of the current bridge without public
input or further looking at Cuyahoga County's design to move the bridge
further south. The region could use a signature bridge that would also
further development in the Gateway area. There is no reason to pick a
design in the next ten days that will still be around for my
grandchildren to see when another couple of months delay could greatly
enhance the long term benefits of a superior design.
from Cool Cleveland reader Chris Wolf Chris.Wolf at cchswest.org

Dear Craig [Hebebrand, ODOT Project Manager]: Please consider the input
of the city of Cleveland residents before moving forward with plans for
the new inner belt bridge. We will all be thankful if you would slow
things down a bit.
from Cool Cleveland reader Glenn Harbold harbs97ATyahoo.com

Dear Mr. Hebebrand, ODOT Project Manager: Please perpetuate
Cleveland’s claim as the City of Bridges when rebuilding our
city’s inner-belt bridge. Our forefathers enabled this distinction
with investments in Veteran Memorial Bridge (Detroit/Superior) and the
Hope Memorial (Lorain/Carnegie). Why? I believe they did so for two
reasons: hope and destiny...
Read the letter from Cool Cleveland reader Jim Kenny jkennyATroopco.com
here http://www.coolcleveland.com/index.php/Main/YourTurn11092005#Kenny

On Cool Cleveland endorsements (See Cool Cleveland Endorsements
here http://www.coolcleveland.com/index.php/Main/JacksonVideocast ) I
think that asking Cleveland voters to judge mayoral candidates on body
language is asinine and sexist. And who set up the camera angles to
advantage for Frank Jackson and to disadvantage for Jane Campbell? I
generally respect your work, but this week's endorsement and staging
really makes you look bad.
from Cool Cleveland reader Laura McShane lmcshane23ATearthlink.net here

I must tell you that your endorsement of Frank Jackson is unacceptable.
In your interview with him - it clearly shows his incompetence - he
wants to keep council the same size because we need to be us and because
we are depressed - GIVE ME A BREAK -- HE IS A LOSER!! Im not saying that
Jane Campbell is the answer either. TO be honest I expect more from Cool
Cleveland...
Read the letter from Cool Cleveland reader Jeff Derr
Jeff_DerrATsteris.com
here http://www.coolcleveland.com/index.php/Main/YourTurn11092005#Derr

I am disappointed that "believe in Cleveland" people would endorse Frnak
Jackson. Although Campbell has not shown great leadership, she has the
ability to talk specifics, has had experience and seems to understand
the importance of downtown development. All I've heard from Jackson is
general sound bites with no specifics on how to grow Cleveland...
Read the letter from Cool Cleveland reader Harriet Bauer
hkbauerATyahoo.com
here http://www.coolcleveland.com/index.php/Main/YourTurn11092005#Bauer

I have to wholeheartedly agree with your endorsement of Jackson for
Mayor. As a lifelong Clevelander, I believe it's time for new
leadership, and we don't need a fiery public speaker or gladhander in
office. We need men and women of ACTION, immediate action. Frank Jackson
has a cool and, like you said, dispassionate demeanor, but don't mistake
that exterior for lack of intelligence. He's running for Mayor because
he feels disappointed with Campbell's regime. I enjoy the Web page and
alternative views.
from Cool Cleveland reader Marc Holan marklholanATyahoo.com

I see that you have joined the "Swift Boat Veterans for Truth" in
opposing the RON ballot initiatives. Sorry to hear that.
from Cool Cleveland reader Pat Blochowiak patrblATmac.com

Thomas Mulready's recent editorial as to why we should vote for Frank
Jackson provides reasons that are more about style than substance, and
that rely more heavily on what "seems" to be true than on fact. To
begin, Mulready writes, "And your choice of who to vote for will
probably hinge on whose style you prefer, Mayor Campbell's warm and
fuzzy sympathizing, or Council President Jackson's dispassionate
manner." I am offended by the assumption that most people will simply
vote based on how we feel about the style of the candidates and not on
our perception of their ability to lead the city...
Read the letter from Cool Cleveland reader Stephanie Klupinski
sklupinskiATgmail.com
here http://www.coolcleveland.com/index.php/Main/YourTurn11092005#Klupinski

I disagree with the thoughts of Legacy and Crocker regarding no Big
Box…that’s simply not true. At one time Nordstrom and Saks
were looking at Crocker. If you mean big box discount stores there are
two Targets and two Wal-marts within 6 miles from Legacy. Steelyard
Commons - what makes this development so sexy and attractive to
retailers is the highway visibility, accessibility and population...
Read the letter from Cool Cleveland reader Reggie Clark
rclarkATthekronegroup.com
here http://www.coolcleveland.com/index.php/Main/YourTurn11092005#Clark

Today's November 2 Plain Dealer has a front page news article and an
ediorial page editorial, by the PD itself....both explaining that the
November 1 City Club debate between Jackson and Campbell for Mayor
showed that Campbell would be a better Mayor than Jackson. I heard the
debate, so I can tell you it is true. Since Jackson is ahead of Campbell
in the published polls of Cleveland voters, it looks like you are
endorsing Jackson for no good reason, except that you expect him to be
elected Mayor...that is not a good reason.
from Cool Cleveland reader Tom Burton ohiopatientsrightsATyahoo.com

In taking a stand against Issue 4 (which is designed to combat
gerrymandering -- the process of drawing electoral district boundaries
in an unfair or unnatural way to give one political party an advantage)
you state that "gerrymandering continues to be a problem." Fair enough,
almost everyone other than elected incumbents would agree...
Read the letter from Cool Cleveland reader Ian Hoffman
hoffmaidATyahoo.com
here http://www.coolcleveland.com/index.php/Main/YourTurn11092005#Hoffman

I have been a subscriber to your news letter for more than a year. I
think its great that you are working so hard to promote the City and the
Region however, I am astounded that you would endorse Frank Jackson as
Mayor of our City. I own a business in the City and am considering
leaving the area if Frank Jackson is elected Mayor...
Read the letter from Cool Cleveland reader John Bausone
jbausoneAThotmail.com
here http://www.coolcleveland.com/index.php/Main/YourTurn11092005#Bausone

I literally could not believe my eyes that anyone as seemingly
well-informed as Cool Cleveland could buy the entirely lie-based
campaign against the Reform Ohio Now issues Amendments 2-5. It's small
comfort that you didn't buy the lie on Issue #2 (absentee voting) the
least controversial and least important of the issues, the allegation is
that it'll cause extensive fraud...
Read the letter from Cool Cleveland reader Anastasia Pantsios
AnastasjoyATaol.com
here http://www.coolcleveland.com/index.php/Main/YourTurn11092005#Pantsios

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Top 5
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to click.

1) Mayoral Endorsements The long version.
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dorsement

2) Ahoy Ohio! Ohio-made products for the Holidays.
http://www.AhoyOhio.com http://www.AhoyOhio.com

3) Voters Guide Information to assist you on election day.
www.lwvcef.org http://www.lwvcef.org/guide05/index.htm

4) RoldoLINK Nobody's buying the Believe in Cleveland campaign.
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MakeClevelandBelieveInItself

5) Cleveland needs a PowerPoint presentation of a signature Innerbelt
bridge.
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Fast Forward
In this week's
issue: 
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* A&Q w/G: Jay Yoo
CC's CIO interviews Cleveland's digital lifestyle
entrepreneur 
* Cool Cleveland Sounds
Radio Whales by Infinite Number of Sounds 
* Cool Cleveland Preview
of Martha Graham's Panorama by Vic and Elsa 
* Cool Cleveland Kids
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This week, quickly, we
fast-forward into the future. For the lucky folks who will join us
at the Cool Cleveland party on Fri 11/11 for Fast Forward
at CIA, we'll seriously be looking into the future of art,
collaboration, bio-art and socializing. Most people aren't happy to
have a drink alone anymore. With that in mind, we structure our
parties to show off Cleveland's sweetest surroundings and most
sublime actors. Join 5 bands and a slew of designers, architects,
filmmakers and digital artists who like going really fast. Enjoy it
all at an open bar. Get tix <a href=3D
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off the largest community conversation ever in NEO—over 1000
are expected in Akron on Saturday—will we see you there? For
those who like to complain about the state of Hollywood movies, and
how much they reek, consider instead, checking out the Ohio
Independent Film Festival all week, which will give you something
to think about after the lights come on. Read the earth-shaking
news about the Clinic and their non-non-profit status in
the suburbs. Take your cynical friend out this weekend and,
depending upon their predilection, blow their mind with the
Horriblefest punk rock party at the Beachland, the JazzFest Picante
Weekend at Tri-C, the Tremont Art Walk, or the Chocolate
Extravaganza. I'll be a judge at the Funky Diva Purse Auction to
benefit the Rape Crisis Center, and I'll probably stop by the
Charles Herndon opening at the Galleria. It's Cleveland Orchestra
week on BBC Radio 3, the Poets' and Writers' League is hosting
their Word Crafters Festival, and Case hosts NPR's Ira Flato and
Cleveland's own physics rock star Lawrence Krauss in a no-cost,
day-long conference on Einstein at Severance Hall. Check our CC
Podcast <a href=3D
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audio clips of hot happenings, with or without the family. Our
Chief Information Officer has a chat about blogging and clothing
with area entrepreneur Jay Yoo in A&Q w/G, and Jay asks some
provocative questions of you. And if you don't think Clevelanders
are engaged with making this a better place to live, take a look at
all the letters sent to ODOT Project Manager Craig Hebebrand, who
is in charge of Cleveland's Innerbelt bridge project. Then read the
responses in Yr Turn below on Cool Cleveland's election
endorsements. Not everyone is agreeing with everyone else. That's
because we are at a crossroads, and we need to figure out where our
future lies. From the looks of things, we're getting there pretty
fast. --Thomas Mulready 
 
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Cleveland’s awesome artistic community. It all starts
5:30 - 7:30PM in the Institute’s
Reinberger Gallery (11141 East Blvd.) with the radical,
futuristic exhibition and docent tours of Dreaming of a
More Better Future, which features the work of 47
artists, designers, illustrators, architects, film and
video creators and digital artists. Enjoy beer (from Great
Lakes Brewery), wine and delightful delectables from
Elan Catering and Bridges
Restaurant in the Student Lounge and Ohio Bell Auditorium
while grooving to the latest in electronic dance music
DJ-ed by Severiano Martinez of the Shinkoyo Arts
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Euclid. Immerse yourself in live music from five different
bands including: Plasma for Guns, Infinite Number of
Sounds, Travelogue, Jerk, To Be a High Powered Executive and
Entirely for My Ear. Check out the food, libations
and the burgeoning and hip student art scene with artwork,
experiments, and ongoing performances around every corner.
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Election results For
Cleveland Mayor, Frank Jackson defeats Jane
Campbell by a decisive 55% to 45%. Statewide, Issue 1 for
infrastructure & tech passes with 62%, while election reform
Issues 2, 3, 4 & 5 fail. Locally, Issue 6 supporting Tri-C and
Issue 7 supporting mental retardation pass easily. Check the
awesome Cuyahoga County Board of Elections page with live election
results for all the races <a href=3D
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target=3D"_blank">here</a>.
NEO's largest-ever town
meeting Join hundreds of regional citizens at
University of Akron's Rhodes Arena on Sat 11/12
from 9AM-4PM from for the largest Town Meeting ever held in the
region, helping to draft a game plan to create more opportunites
and better jobs in our region. This Voices & Choices meeting
will feature simultaneous roundtable discussions of 10 to 12
participants - each will paint their vision of our regional future,
share their views about our most important assets and come to an
agreement about how to overcome our most daunting challenges. Learn
more about this momentous meeting at <a href=3D
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"_blank">www.VoicesChoices.org</a>. Register
<a href=3D"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.13.b0d3.zld" target=
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"_blank">here</a> or call 800-929-2319. University of
Akron's Rhodes Arena, 373 Carroll Street, Akron. Your thoughts on
Voices & Choices? <a href=3D
"mailto:Letters at CoolCleveland.com" target=3D
"_blank">Letters at CoolCleveland.com</a>.
Clinic suburban offices are not
non-profit and it could cost the Cleveland Clinic
millions. A court ruled that there is "minimal, if any, charitable
care at the Beachwood facility," and the Clinic should pay $2.7
million in taxes. If the ruling holds, look to Independence, Solon,
Westlake, and Willoughby to challenge the non-profit status of
Clinic facilities in their cities. "I would hope they would just
pay their taxes and call it a day," says the treasurer of the
Beachwood schools, who stands to take in $1.8 million. Don't count
on it. See story <a href=3D
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target=3D"_blank">here</a>. Do you have an opinion?
<a href=3D"mailto:Letters at CoolCleveland.com" target=3D
"_blank">Letters at CoolCleveland.com</a>.
Ohio industrial jobs from green
power What does it take to get through to the
naysayers in our region? According to a couple of recent reports by
the Renewable Energy Policy Project, the development of wind power
could mean 11,168 jobs (6000 in NEO), mostly in manufacturing.
Biofuels could add 19,000 Ohio jobs in the next 4 years, and solar
power could pump 1200 jobs into our state. Why then isn't Ohio one
of the 21 states with standards for converting to renewable power,
if we are one of the states who will benefit the most with real
manufacturing jobs? See story <a href=3D
"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.15.b0d5.zld"
target=3D"_blank">here</a>. Wanna do something about it?
Check out Entrepreneurs for Sustainability <a href=3D
"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.16.atcg.zld" target=3D
"_blank">http://www.e4sustainability.org</a>, and let us
know your thoughts: <a href=3D
"mailto:Letters at CoolCleveland.com" target=3D
"_blank">Letters at CoolCleveland.com</a>.
Suburban fire departments should
consolidate We'll see if the concept of regionalism
has any legs in this particular region. A new Baldwin-Wallace study
recommends that Berea, Brookpark, Middleburg Heights, Parma and
Parma Heights, who now pay for 11 fire stations between them,
should combine their fire and EMS into one system, potentially
saving taxpayers substantial tax dollars. See story
<a href=3D"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.17.b0d6.zld"
target=3D"_blank">here</a>. Your thoughts on combining
safety forces as a first step towards regionalism? <a href=3D
"mailto:Letters at CoolCleveland.com" target=3D
"_blank">Letters at CoolCleveland.com</a>
Cool Cleveland Kids
If you haven't tried it, go ahead. It's easy: just click
<a href=3D
"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.18.b0cz.zld"
target=3D"_blank" style=3D"color: red;">here</a> and in
a second you'll be listening to 9-year-old Cool Cleveland
Kids correspondent Max Mulready telling you his picks for
family-friendly things to do this week. While you're at it, check
out the Cool Cleveland Podcast <a href=3D
"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.19.b0d0.zld"
target=3D"_blank" style=3D"color: red;">here</a> and
read Cool Cleveland without reading it. Cool
Cleveland Kids Podcast <a href=3D
"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.20.b0cz.zld"
target=3D"_blank" style=3D"color: red;">here</a> , and
Cool Cleveland Podcast <a href=3D
"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.21.b0d0.zld"
target=3D"_blank" style=3D
"color: red;">http://www.coolcleveland.com/files/audio/CoolCleveland11.11.0=
5.mp3</a>.
Independent Film Fest this
week Northeast Ohio will be treated to a week of
delicious indie films ranging from the profound to the obscure
during the 2005 Independent Film Festival. The fest kicked off on
Sun 11/6 and runs through Sun 11/13. Catch the Ohio premiere of
Songs of Our Children. a documentary about integrating
children with learning disabilities into classrooms with their
non-disabled peers. Songs will be shown tonight Wed 11/9
at 9PM. Thu 11/10 is Ohio Day, featuring films written, directed,
photographed by and starring Ohioans. Enjoy short and feature films
including Fair Game (2 co-workers, former lovers, are
forced to become temporary housemates); The Wild Guys (4
guys get lost in the wilderness and are forced to face deeply
hidden fears in a way that will change their lives) and The
Milk Can (a typical football rivalry between two small towns
escalates into full-scale conventional war) on Fri 11/11, Sat 11/12
& Sun 11/13 from 12-8PM. Call 651-7315 or visit
<a href=3D"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.22.7iuo.zld" target=
=3D
"_blank">http://www.OhioFilms.com</a> for info and
schedule. Cleveland Public Theatre, 6415 Detroit Road.
Museum masterpieces on RTA
posters Dynamic partnerships continue to blossom in
our region. The latest partnership between Cleveland Museum of Art
(CMA) and the Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority (RTA)
will give birth to The Red Line Tour turning the RTA Red
Line into the center of a unique art journey. There are 43 uniquely
designed posters of pieces from CMA's permanent collection on
display at 7 RTA Rapid Stations along the RTA Red Line which runs
from the Airport to the Windemere Rapid Station.
RTA calls for poets The
Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority (RTA) and The
Poets’ & Writers’ League of Greater Cleveland
(PWLGC) are looking for writers to display their poetry on buses
for their Moving Minds: Verse and Vision Project. Both new
and dated work will be considered for the projects. Interested in
seeing your work displayed on hundreds of RTA buses all over town?
Click <a href=3D
"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.23.b0d7.zld" target=3D
"_blank">here</a> to learn more about the submission
guidelines. Entries must be mailed to RTA Bus Card Project, c/o
Poets' & Writers' League, 12200 Fairhill Road, Townhouse #3A,
Cleveland, OH 44120 and received no later than Tue
11/15. Call 421-0403 or email <a href=3D
"mailto:pwlgc at yahoo.com" target=3D
"_blank">pwlgc at yahoo.com</a> with questions.
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It’s Back! Shaker Square’s Holiday
Lighting Ceremony and Pyrotechnic Display is
Sat 11/19 at 6PM. Entertainment includes the
Hathaway Brown a cappella singing group, the
“Bravuras,” Elizabeth Mis, teenage saxophonist
extraordinaire, and the Singing Angels. After a notable entrance to
Shaker Square, Santa and his elves will surprise you with a special
gift and begin a fabulous pyrotechnic display that lights the
55’ tree and the entire Square with the help of a child whose
name Santa picks that night. After the ceremony, Santa will visit
with children to listen to their Christmas wishes. Parents who
would like to register their child to help Santa light the square
can register them with any Shaker Square merchant until Sat
11/19 at 12PM. For more information, visit
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target=3D"_blank" style=3D
"color: green;">www.thecoralcompany.com</a> 
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CJO Bop Stop Series opens with
Clevelander Joe Lovano The tenor saxophonist, local
hero and international jazz legend makes a huge splash on
Cleveland's jazz scene in this Cleveland Jazz Orchestra/Cleveland
Bop Stop event on Fri 11/11 at 8PM and on Sat
11/12. Audiences will be treated to the world-premiere of The
Surprise of Being, a jazz suite arranged by CJO's own Dave
Morgan in an incredibly intimate and visually stunning performance
space—The Cleveland Bop Stop, located at 2920 Detroit Avenue.
True jazz fans should not miss this opportunity to see this
Grammy-award-winning musical genius at work, up close and personal.
Learn more about Joe Lovano <a href=3D
"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.25.b0pt.zld" target=3D"_blank">here</a>=
 and
order your tickets for the show at <a href=3D
"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.26.b0pu.zld" target=3D
"_blank">http://www.ClevelandJazz.org</a>. Call 961-9339
for info. <a href=3D
"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.27.b0db.zld" target=3D
"_blank">www.ClevelandBopStop.com</a>.
Holden events, tours,
designs Rediscover a long-standing regional gem.
Holden Arboretum will be offering a variety of exciting events and
informative classes during the months of November and December. The
Holiday Idea House running Fri 11/11
through 12/28 will showcase the work of some of the area's best
designers in the Lantern Court. See how they've decorated the
country estate and get some ideas for decorating your own home for
the season. Take advantage of scheduled courses and get help
Designing the Landscape; create your own Holiday
Notecard Watercolors or Nature Inspired Jewelry;
treat the family to Stories in the Garden or learn about
Survival on the Mountain. Visit <a href=3D
"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.28.atca.zld" target=3D
"_blank">http://www.HoldenArb.org</a> for a complete
schedule and tickets.
Warehouse District lofts for GLBT
seniors A Place For Us Development, Inc., a
non-profit gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender organization,
whose mission is to provide a planned community with a variety of
services for multigenerational gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender
individuals inclusive of others who support such diversity has
collaborated with Marous Development to make their efforts a
reality. The proposed site for the condos with a 15-year tax
abatement is the Warehouse District on West 9th Street between the
250 unit National Terminal Building to the north and the newly
renovated 340 unit Bingham Building to the South. Call 440-227-8556
to learn more.
Relieving disaster with
words Area writer (and blogger) Jill Miller Zimon's
work appears in Stories of Strength alongside other
notable authors: Jenna Glatzer, author of acclaimed Celine Dion
biography For Keeps, award-winning science fiction
novelist Orson Scott Card, an essay by famed actor Wil Wheaton
(Star Trek, Stand By Me), and a short story from
Christian romance (?) author Robin Lee Hatcher. Her essay, A
Real, Super, Human, is about the strength parents derive from
their children, even though convention would suggest that it's
usually the opposite. The work was organized thru AbsoluteWrite.com
and 100 percent of the proceeds from the book will be donated to
disaster relief charities, including the Red Cross, Americares, and
the Salvation Army. <a href=3D
"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.29.b0pv.zld" target=3D
"_blank">http://www.StoriesOfStrength.com</a>.
Emissions from the blogsphere
This week, the blogosphere is emitting post on ethics. Jill Miller
Zimon's opinion <a href=3D
"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.30.b0dc.zld"
target=3D"_blank">here</a>. Henry Gomez notes his post
<a href=3D
"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.31.b0dd.zld"
target=3D"_blank">has caused quite a ruckus</a>. Chas Rich
<a href=3D
"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.32.b0de.zld"
target=3D"_blank">takes on Crain's Jeff Stacklin</a>. Jeff
Hess <a href=3D"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.33.b0df.zld"
target=3D"_blank">pulls out the SPJ's and the PRSA's
codes</a>. Check the Cool Cleveland weblog
<a href=3D
"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.34.9rtn.zld" target=3D"_blank" style=3D
"color: red;">here</a>, where Peter Chakerian
touches on community theater and youthful artistry in CLE,
Red’s Mahlers, the World Series of Wine, Anderson Cooper and
that East 9th protest. He also ponders the possible Scene/Free
Times merger and if so-called alt-weeklies (owned by
multimedia conglomerates) even matter anymore. When you’re
done scoping things out, add your own comments, questions and
attitude. <a href=3D"mailto:Letters at CoolCleveland.com" target=3D
"_blank" style=3D"color: red;">Letters at CoolCleveland.com</a>.
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Breathtaking Scenic Riverfront
Parkway Manchester Place is a
one-of-a-kind, mixed-use residence with 48 new homes that include
luxurious lofts and spacious penthouses, along with street-level
retail space, right in the center of town. The central location is
advantageous and convenient … in moments, homeowners can
walk to the many shops and restaurants along the riverfront mall
area or to the new Natatorium Community Recreation Center. A
15-minute car trip can take you to Kent, Fairlawn, downtown Akron,
or further destinations by means of the adjacent State Route 8 to
the Ohio Turnpike, I-271, I-77, and I-76. Manchester
Place is sure to become a landmark in metropolitan-style,
as an urban neighborhood development in Summit County. Model open
daily 1-5:30PM or by appointment. Closed Friday. Contact (330)
920-9760 or visit <a href=3D
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"_blank" style=3D
"color: green;">www.Zarermbahomes.com.</a> 
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Cool Cleveland This Week 
11.09-11.16 
 
Send your cool events to: <a href=3D
"mailto:Events at CoolCleveland.com">Events at CoolCleveland.com</a>
El Choco, Colombia: A
Struggle for Cultural and Environmental Survival is a telling,
no-cost public exhibit running now through Sun 12/18. Cleveland
photographer and writer Steve Cagan has captured luscious photos of
the tropical rain forests and river cultures of the Afro-Columbian
and indigenous people of El Choco, Columbia. His exhibit
illustrates the tale of a people folding under the pressure of
civil war violence and the ensuing deforestation through lumbering,
mining and industrial farming. Gallery hours are Mon-Fri from
9AM-5PM. Case's Mandel School Gallery, 11235 Bellflower.
The Family Line is a
full length drama written by Cuyahoga County Commissioner Peter
Lawson Jones and directed by Desmond "Storm E" Jones of Live at
the Apollo Amateur Night fame. The story follows a cast of
intertwining characters as they struggle to realize their dreams.
The show opens on Wed 11/9 at 7:30PM and runs
through Sun 11/20. Learn more about the play and check showtimes
<a href=3D"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.36.ayjs.zld" target=
=3D
"_blank">here</a>. Karamu's Jelliffe Theatre, 2355 East
89th Street.
Stitching Together a
Business Delve into the innovative ideas and
business basics that have turned a tech head into a textile
sensation. Hear the story of how Koyono’s founder, Jay Yoo,
became the darling of fashion mavens from the streets of Cleveland
to the Hollywood hills as COSE presents Business Unusual:
Stitching Together a Business on Thu 11/10
from 8AM to 9:30AM. Make sure you read A&Q w/G below.
Register <a href=3D
"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.37.b0dh.zld"
target=3D"_blank">here</a> or call 592-2222. Marriott
Cleveland East, 26300 Harvard Road, Warrensville Heights.
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Be a Funky Diva Sixty artists have
designed and created fabulous masterpieces out of a hip handbag
template for the Funky Diva Art Show and Auction
benefiting the Cleveland Rape Crisis Center, Sat
11/12 from 7-11PM at Artefino Gallery, 1900 Superior
Avenue. Even if you don’t carry a purse, you’ll want to
experience these amazing creations from the whimsical to high
fashion. Celebrity judges will award artists creating the best
purses in a variety of categories including Bling Bling, Flower
Power, Most Retro, and Most Rock N’ Roll! Cool Cleveland
readers are offered a 2 for 1 discount: two tickets for $50! For
tickets at this price call 216-619-6194, x107 or e-mail
lisam at clevelandrcc.org. Don’t forget to mention the CC
discount! Visit <a href=3D
"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.38.b0pw.zld" target=3D"_blank" style=3D
"color: green;">www.ClevelandRapeCrisis.org</a> for more
information. 
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Nottingham-Spirk Design
Associates one of the leading new product invention
and development groups in the US will share their insight over
breakfast on Thu 11/10 at 8AM; registration begins
at 7:30AM. The company has produced dynamic results for a variety
of oranizations including Little Tikes, Black & Decker,
Playtex, Sherwin-Williams and many, many more. Their innovative
designs and inventions have also spun off several additional
companies. Learn more and register for this eye-opening event by
visiting <a href=3D"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.39.b0px.zld"=
 target=3D
"_blank">http://www.ccatlanderhaven.com</a> or call
440-449-0700. Corporate Club at Landerhaven, 6111 Landerhaven
Drive, Mayfield Heights.
Unseen The artwork of
Cleveland Heights native, Jake Beckman, attempts to address our
culture's increasing disconnection from the origin of systems that
deliver the goods and commodities which we have come to rely on
while reestablishing the connection of the inhabitant with the
inhabited and the consumer with the producer. Attend the open house
for Beckman's work on Thu 11/10 from 5-9PM which
will be on display in the Cleveland Public Art storefront window.
Call 621-5330 for more info. Cleveland Public Art Office, 1951 West
26th Street.
Is there an extra zing in your
step on Wednesdays? If it's because Cool Cleveland makes
your day (or, dare we say “week”) then consider passing
it on to a friend or family member. They could probably use a bit
of a zing mid-week too.
Forget about me, let’s talk about
Y.O.U. Party with a purpose on Thur
11/10 at 5:30PM at this Youth Opportunities Unlimited
(Y.O.U.) event at Pickwick and Frolic’s Martini Bar. Network
with business leaders and other eminent citizens while supporting a
non-profit organization that enables thousands of Cleveland teens
to reach graduation with the skills and experience vital to future
success. RSVP to Kim Fields at 566-5445 ext. 231 or email
<a href=3D
"mailto:kimfields at youthopportunities.org">kimfields at youthopportunities.org<=
/a>.
For more info check out <a href=3D
"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.40.b0py.zld" target=3D
"_blank">http://www.YouthOpportunities.org</a>. Pickwick
& Frolic Martini Bar, 2035 East 4th Street.
Instrumental Evening for the
Earth Score one for yourself and the environment
during a festive evening that will include a candle-lit performance
by members of the Cleveland Orchestra, an assortment of gourmet
hors d'oeuvres, tantalizing desserts, coffee, wine and micro-brewed
beer, hosted by NewsChannel Five's Angie Lau and WCLV's Bill
O'Connell. Guests at the Thu 11/10 6PM black-tie
optional event can bid on an exciting and unusual array of auction
items including an authentic eco-vacation in the Virgin Islands and
a variety of other eco-friendly products. Visit <a href=3D
"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.41.b0dk.zld" target=3D
"_blank">www.EarthDayCoalition.org</a> or call 281-6468,
x221 for tickets. Proceeds fund environmental education programs of
the Earth Day Coalition. Trinity Cathedral, 2230 Euclid Avenue.
Dark Room Afraid your
creative genius will never see the light of day? Then step into the
Cleveland Public Theatre's Dark Room, an "open mic" for new short
performance work on Thu 11/10 at 8PM and every
second Thursday of the month. Whether you're a playwright, poet,
performer, musician, or a spectator with an eye and ear for
exciting new work, the Dark Room is the place to be. Just arrive at
7:30PM, sign up to perform a 10-minute piece and bring enough
copies for any cast members, plus a stage manager, to be recruited
from the audience. Old Parish Hall, 6203 Detroit Avenue.
High Octane Ligeti
Oberlin hosts an exclusive sneak peek at the Oberlin Contemporary
Music Ensemble’s (CME) performance featuring the
risk–taking, high octane violinist Jennifer Koh on
Thur 11/10 at 8PM. Watch the ensemble rev up in
preparation for their Manhattan concert at New York’s Miller
Theatre on Sat 11/12. Drawing exclusively from the works of
legendary musical pioneer, György Ligeti, the CME is joined by
the Oberlin Percussion Group, mezzo-soprano Lorraine Manz, and
trumpeter Peter Evans. For more information about concerts and
recitals at Oberlin, call the 24-hour Concert Hotline:
440-775-6933. Warner Concert Hall, 77 West College Street,
Oberlin.
Horriblefest is a
completely sick Punk extravaganza that will put more than 25 bands
on stage at two venues over three days. The event kicks off on
Thu 11/10 at 9PM with The Black Lips, out of ATL,
headlining. The event continues on Fri 11/11 and Sat 11/12. Hear
some of the hottest punk bands from the US and Canada including
King Khan, Trailer Park Tornadoes, The Butchers, The Jabbers, the
Catholic Boys and more. Check out the Thu & Sat lineup at
<a href=3D"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.42.910v.zld" target=
=3D
"_blank">http://www.BeachlandBallroom.com</a>. Beachland
Ballroom, 15711 Waterloo Road.
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Sizzling Hot JazzFest Picante Weekend - Nov.
11-12 An all-star line up and lots of partying and
dancing!!! NEA Jazz Master Paquito D’Rivera kicks off the
festivities Fri 11/11 at 8PM at the Tri-C Metro
Campus Auditiorium. At 10PM, cha-cha over to Moda Nightclub for the
Hot! Hot! Hot! After-Concert Salsa Party. Sat
11/12 spend the afternoon in dance workshops at Viva Dance
as you loosen up for the Salsa Dance Party at Grays Armory with Bio
Ritmo-Salsa Machine at 8PM. Keep your dancing shoes on as Larry
Harlow’s Latin Legends with Alfredo De Le Fey and Yomo Toro
round out this five alarm weekend with picante style Afro-Cuban
dance music at Grays Armory, starting at 10PM. Cool
Cleveland subscribers receive $4 off per ticket and NO service
charges. Call 216-987-4400 by noon Thur 11/10 to
receive this discounted rate or for regular ticket purchases
contact <a href=3D
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"color: green;">www.Tickets.com</a> or 1-800-766-6048. For
more on the Tri-C season line-up, go to <a href=3D"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.44.b0pz.zld=
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target=3D"_blank" style=3D
"color: green;">www.TriCPresents.com.</a> 
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CC KIDS Tremont ArtWalk This month's ArtWalk, on
Fri 11/11 celebrating the endless variety of local
talent and cool galleries in the Tremont community, will feature
painter and printmaker Pamela Dodds and Tremont Independent Films,
both located at 2592 West 14th Street. Check out the group show
Exile at Asterisk* Gallery located at 2393 Professor
Avenue showcasing the works of Damon Reaves, Colin Toke, Anna
Giangrande and others. Also stop by the Inside-Outside Gallery for
their Mai Hamed show and by raw & co to see the work of Sarah
Sutton. Call 522-0006 for details or visit <a href=3D
"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.45.b0q0.zld" target=3D
"_blank">http://www.TremontArtWalk.org</a>.
The Coming of the King
Movement and music unite to engage the senses in this third annual
adaptation of The Coming of the King. The tradition of
dance excellence continues this year with performances beginning on
Fri 11/11. The epic portrayal of the momentous
events leading to the birth of Jesus features endearingly timeless
portrayals from Cleveland School of the Arts students and alumnus,
alongside Cleveland Public School students in a lively and
energetic production. This event is a holiday season must-see. Call
432-3772 or visit <a href=3D
"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.46.b0q1.zld" target=3D
"_blank">http://www.FolukeCulturalArts.com/</a> for show
times and tickets. Cuyahoga Community College Metro Campus Main
Stage Theatre, 2900 Community College Avenue.
Fifth of July Think
you’ve got bitter and disillusioned friends? You simply must
meet the pill popping heiress with rock star designs and the other
colorfully bitter characters in Fifth of July, Lanford
Wilson's reunion tale mired in the misery of lost hopes and dreams.
The Cleveland State Dramatic Arts Program transforms the angst into
art for six shows over two weekends - Fri 11/11 to
Sun 11/13 and Fri 11/18 to Sun 11/20. Call 687-2109. The Factory
Theatre, 1833 East 23rd Street.
Annual Awards Luncheon
You are invited to enter a Margaritaville state of mind as Jimmy
Buffet and the Singing for Change foundation accepts the third
annual Rev. Richard E. Sering Award from the International Partners
in Mission (IPM) at the IPM Annual Awards Luncheon Fri
11/11 from 11:30AM to 1:30PM. The luncheon theme is
Tsunami Disaster 10 Months Out: Achievements and Challenges in
Southeast India and will recognize efforts in 52 projects in
25 countries. More information at <a href=3D
"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.47.7iu6.zld" target=3D
"_blank">http://www.ipm-connections.org</a>. Call 932-4082
for tickets. Windows on the River, Powerhouse, 2000 Sycamore
Street.
Wide Right will take the
stage to perform songs ranging from infectious power pop to
full-bodied rock all tied together by the strong, warm vocals and
smart-ass delivery of Leah Archibald. The group's songs resonate
with everyone with topics ranging from smug elementary school
guidance counselors to the poignant reflection of a bewildered
partner in the aftermath of a marital argument. See their
full-blown angst take shape during a Fri 11/11
performance. The concert, which also features The Fleshtones and
the Rainy Day Saints, kicks off at 8PM. Order your tix
<a href=3D
"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.48.b0dn.zld">
here</a>. Beachland Tavern, 15711 Waterloo Road.
<a href=3D"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.49.b0q2.zld" target=
=3D
"_blank">http://www.WideRightMusic.com</a>.
CC KIDS Listen to the Cleveland Orchestra on BBC The
electrifying sounds of Cleveland's esteemed orchestra will fill the
international airwaves during BBC's Cleveland Orchestra
Week which kicked off on Sat 11/5 and runs through Fri 11/11.
The series includes a variety of the Cleveland Orchestra's
distinguished musical projects from the past three seasons
including opera-in-concert performances of Don Carlo and
Elektra; works from the Orchestra's central repertoire,
including symphonies by Beethoven, Haydn and more and a rare
performance of Britten's War Requieum. The program will
also include interviews with Music Director Franz Welser-Möst
and Cleveland Orchestra musicians. You can listen online
<a href=3D"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.50.b0dp.zld" target=
=3D
"_blank">here</a>. Peruse the remaining schedule at
<a href=3D
"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.51.b0dq.zld"
target=3D"_blank">www.ClevelandOrchestra.com</a>.
WCLVnotes Tonight
at 9PM, WCLV 104.9 FM presents "Chapel, Court and Countryside" with
Beverly Simmons – the fourth of 12 programs featuring the
music and artists presented by Case's early music concert series.
For a complete change of pace, try Bill Rudman's "Footlight
Parade," Sat 11/12 at 6PM. This week's show is
called "Dirty Rotten Rascals" and features immortal scoundrels from
the musical theater including Capt. Spaulding (Groucho Marx),
Harold Hill, Max Bialystock and lots more. Complete details on all
of WCLV's programming are available at <a href=3D"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.=
52.7iuf.zld"
target=3D"_blank" style=3D
"color: rgb(255, 51, 0);">www.WCLV.com.</a>
WCLV is a Cool
Cleveland Partner.
Word Crafters Literary
Festival Join this regional celebration of the
written word geared toward adults and children by downloading your
Literary Passport <a href=3D
"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.53.b0dr.zld" target=3D
"_blank">here</a> and participating in events all over
town. The festival encompasses more than 30 venues and a variety of
events around town, (see the entire list <a href=3D
"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.54.7iu2.zld" target=3D
"_blank">here</a>) and will spotlight our rich creative
writing community from New York Times best-selling authors to the
poet next door. The festival runs from Sat 11/12
to Sun 11/20 and includes events ranging from workshops and
interactive seminars to story-telling sessions for kids. Call the
Poets’ & Writers’ League of Greater Cleveland at
421-0403 with questions.
Voices and Choices The
Community Partnership for Arts and Culture (CPAC) encourages you to
raise your voice and take a stand for regional economic development
in what may become the largest town hall meeting in the history of
Northeast Ohio. The Voices and Choices town meeting on
Sat 11/12 from 9AM and 4PM is your opportunity to
join thousands of forward thinking citizens in developing a
cohesive vision of the future in regional economic development. Get
involved by calling 749-8225 and visiting <a href=3D
"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.55.b0q3.zld" target=3D
"_blank">http://www.VoicesChoices.org/</a> University of
Akron's Rhodes Arena, 373 Carroll Street, Akron.
The Writing for Money
Conference on Sat 11/12 from
9AM-6PM is designed to help writers turn their passion into a
lucrative career by addressing the oft ignored "business" aspect of
this highly creative endeavor. This information packed conference
will dispel many common myths about the writing life while
providing realistic goals on ways writers can increase their
coffers while maintaining their artistic integrity, regardless of
their chosen genre. Hear experienced, successful authors and
network with other local artists during this event. Visit
<a href=3D"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.56.7iuk.zld" target=
=3D
"_blank">www.pwlgc.com</a> for more info. Cleveland State
University, 2121 Euclid Avenue.
CC KIDS The Firebird pairs the Enchantment Theatre
Company's unique blend of masked actors, sophisticated puppetry and
magic with the gripping and exciting music of Igor Stravinsky as
performed by the world-renowned Cleveland Orchestra. The
Firebird takes its inspiration from a captivating Russian
folktale about a young prince who happens upon an evil wizard and a
beautiful imprisoned princess during his journey in pursuit of a
mysterious and magical firebird. The Sat 11/12
concerts at 11AM & 1:30PM feature a host of pre-concert
activities just for kids. Call 231-1111 or visit <a href=3D
"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.57.b0ds.zld"
target=3D"_blank">www.ClevelandOrchestra.com</a> for
tickets. Severance Hall.
Gallery M Holiday Show
Trendsetters take notice! Gallery M's Holiday reception is the
place to find unique works by metalworking artisans for your gift
needs. Drop in on Sat 11/12 between 11AM and 5PM
to sample hors d'oeuvres and gluhwein, a hot mulled German holiday
wine and Gallery M tradition, and to connect with artists who will
share their stunningly tasteful handcrafted pieces in metal works
and jewelry, beaded works and other wearable art perfect for
discerning friends and relatives. Call 773-8277 for more
information. T.A.P. Studios and Gallery M, 1667 East 40th
Street.
Northside Sightings III
Diane Dickens is back, along with the irrepressible
Donutheads for her third solo art show at Northside Club.
This exciting exhibition kicks off with a reception on Sat
11/12 from 5PM till 8PM. The Northside's Loud Food and
Spicy Music are the perfect complement to the thought-provoking and
insightful collection of paintings and Donutheads by Diane
Dickens which provide an uncomprimisingly fun and fresh reminder to
Keep An Open Mind. The exhibition runs through 02/28/06.
For more information call 330-434-7625. Get Directions at
<a href=3D"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.58.b0dt.zld"
target=3D"_blank">www.NorthsideClub.com</a>. The Northside
Club, 111 North Main Street, Akron.
Chocolate Extravaganza
Cleveland Chocoholics Rejoice! Join the jubilation in a casual
evening of flowing chocolate fountains and chocolate laden food
stations! The Sat 11/12 5-7PM event will not only
satisfy your chocolate craving to the last decadent ounce, but your
participation will ensure that the Health Care for All Ohioans Act
reaches the ballot box. Champagne, coffee, iced tea and decaf are
among the beverages available as guests vie for prizes during this
chocolate lover's fantasy. For further info call 736-4766, email
<a href=3D
"mailto:spanhealthcare at aol.com">spanhealthcare at aol.com</a>
or visit <a href=3D
"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.59.b0nd.zld"
target=3D"_blank">http://www.spanohio.org</a>. The City Club
Building, 850 Euclid Avenue.
CC KIDS Underground Railroad Experience Experience the
danger and triumph felt by slaves escaping via the Underground
Railroad on Sat 11/12 beginning at 5:30PM. Learn
more about this important part of American History during a
1.5-mile lantern hike then board the Cuyahoga Scenic Railroad for
your return journey. Hikes depart every 30 minutes with the last
hike taking off at 7:30PM. Call 800-468-4070 for info, pricing and
registration. Howe Meadow, 4040 Riverview Road, Cuyahoga Falls.
<a href=3D
"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.60.b0dv.zld" target=3D
"_blank">www.DayInTheValley.com</a>.
Arts Alive! And the
award goes to...Arts Alive! Akron’s own version of
the Academy Awards on Sat 11/12 starting at 6PM.
Enjoy the glitz and glamour of the Akron Area Arts Alliance awards
at a benefit gala as winners are named in 13 categories of visual
and performing arts. The thrill of the annual awards is heightened
with the bestowment of two lifetime achievement awards during the
festivities which include a cocktail hour, dinner, grand dessert
and the Out of the Box silent auction. To receive an
invitation, contact the Akron Area Arts Alliance at 330-376-8480 or
<a href=3D"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.61.b0q4.zld" target=
=3D
"_blank">http://www.AkronAreaArts.org/</a>. Radisson
Hotel, 20 West Mill Street, Akron.
Funky Diva Purse Auction
Snag your own one-of-kind, artistic masterpiece during this
extremely funky new benefit on Sat 11/12. More
than 60 artists have created custom-made handbags and will compete
in a variety of categories including Funkiest, Girl Power!, Bling
Bling!, Most Romantic, Northcoast, Most Retro, Flower Power, Black
Tie, Most Rock n Roll, and Mother Nature. The night kicks off with
a Diva VIP pre-party at 6PM followed by the main event at 7PM.
Hobnob with Cool Cleveland's own Thomas Mulready (one of
the event's celebrity judges) while enjoying an evening of fashion,
art, delicious foods and exciting entertainment. Call 619-6194,
ext. 107. Artefino Gallery, Tower Press Building, 1900 Superior
Avenue.
George C. Roush II View
the artist's latest exhibit of abstract paintings during the
Sat 11/12 opening reception from 6-9PM at the
Millworks Gallery located at 106 North Main Street in Akron.
<a href=3D"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.62.b0dx.zld"
target=3D
"_blank">http://www.northsideclub.com/millworksgallery.htm</a>.
Call 330-701-9705 for gallery hours.
Macedonian Dance Party
Experience the vibrant culture of Macedonia, located in the heart
of the Balkans where Europe meets the Middle East, during this
exciting cultural offering. Sample freshly grilled cevapcici and
homemade zelnik accompanied by a cornucopia of refreshing beverages
of varying potencies. Enjoy the sounds of swirling clarinet
melodies soaring over powerful accordion cascades as Turli Tava
performs live led by clarinetist, Walt "Vlado" Mahovlich and
accordionist Sasho Dukovski. Take part in an "oro" (circle dance)
or two on Sat 11/12 from 7PM to midnight. Doors
open at 6PM. Call 440-943-6237 for info. AMPOL Club, 4737 Pearl
Road.
Natural History of
Cheese Reap the scrumptious results of more than
4,000 years of the art and science of cheese making during a
cocktail reception featuring Sammy's resident Fromage Aficionado on
Sat 11/12 at 7PM - Midnight. Guests will then
enjoy a seven-course dinner of tantalizing creations paired with
the perfect glass of wine—all while being serenaded by the
soothing sounds of classical music performed by Cleveland Institute
of Music students. Call 231-1177 for ticket info. Cleveland Museum
of Natural History, University Circle. <a href=3D
"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.63.b0dy.zld" target=3D
"_blank">www.cmnh.org</a>.
Seoul Performing Arts
Company Korea's distinguished, kaleidoscopic dance
ensemble is making its Ohio debut on Sat 11/12 at
7:30PM. Renowned for their superb singing, choreography, gorgeous
costumes, refined staging and a sense of joy and humor, the 16
member company will perform an entrancing program of folk dances
and exciting new interpretations of ancient court and shamanic
dances including the vivid Puch' aech'um (fan dance) and the masked
Ch' oyongmu (dance of the five directions). Get tickets for this
exciting and colorful event at <a href=3D
"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.64.b0dz.zld"
target=3D"_blank">www.ClevelandArt.org</a>. Cleveland
Masonic Auditorium.
Roué and iPod
raffle As if you needed an excuse to get rowdy and
punk'd with Cleveland's own Roué, the incendiary
band is raffling off an iPod nano at their next high decibel gig on
Sat 11/12 at 9PM. Of course, no plain jane iPod
nano would be worthy of these heroes of hardcore - it comes fully
loaded with the entire Exit Stencil catalog including the yet to be
released Home and Garden and tracks from the New Lou
Reeds. Road pals Cinemechanica, ari.ari. and
Bullet Teeth are set to crash the stage action - so call
939-9099 for more information. Beachland Tavern, 15711 Waterloo
Road. <a href=3D"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.65.b0q5.zld" ta=
rget=3D
"_blank">http://www.roue.org</a>. <a href=3D
"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.66.b0q6.zld" target=3D
"_blank">http://www.BeachlandBallroom.com/</a>.
Interfaith Concert Premieres New
Work A collaboration between Jewish and Catholic
communities of Northeast Ohio and several area schools presents the
premiere of a new chamber work by composer, Michael Cohen. Based on
the Diary of Anne Frank, I Remember will be performed by
Cleveland's award-winning new chamber collaborative
panorámicos, and will feature soprano Sandra Simon on
Sun 11/13 at 2PM. Call 556-4618 for tickets.
Student discounts available and there is no charge for children
under 12. Historic St. Peter's Church at East 17th and
Superior.
Resolving Eminent Domain
The issue of eminent domain has taken center stage in Ohio and
other states as companies like Progressive Insurance in Mayfield
Heights have sought privately owned property for their own private
projects, judged to be in the interest of the "public good." The
recent Supreme Court decision has added urgency to the eminent
domain discussion. Gene Krebs, state director of Greater Ohio
Campaign, will discuss this important issue on Mon
11/14 at noon. Read <a href=3D
"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.67.b0pf.zld"
target=3D"_blank">here</a> for a refresher. Call 621-0082 or
visit <a href=3D
"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.68.b0e2.zld"
target=3D"_blank">www.CityClub.org</a> to register for the
event. City Club, 850 Euclid Avenue, 2nd Floor.
CC KIDS E=3DMC Circled Case joins universities around
the world to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the “miracle
year” 1905 in which Albert Einstein wrote five seminal papers
that have changed our thinking of space and time and the Universe.
Join Ira Flato, host of NPR's Talk of The Nation: Science
Friday on Mon 11/14 from 12:30-6:15PM as he
hosts the conference Einstein's Legacy-Science, Technology
& Culture through the 21st Century featuring
internationally known thinkers and nobel laureates, including
Walter Isaacson, Dr. Lawrence Krauss, Harold Varmus, and Frank
Wilczek. Learn more and register for this no cost event
<a href=3D"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.69.b0e3.zld" target=
=3D
"_blank">here</a>. Severance Hall.
Crème de la Femme
Fundraiser Sizzling hot holiday fun begins on
Mon 11/14 at 6PM, when Cleveland's sauciest female
chefs kick off the Women's Community Foundation second annual
Crème de la Femme Fundraiser in savory style. This evening
of delight not only provides a preview the latest trends in holiday
entertainment and the finest sampling of delectable concoctions
created by the talented female chefs from the city's hottest
eateries, but also features entertainment dished up by Northcoast
Men's Chorus Coastliners and showcases a fabulous gift collection
offered through silent auction. Tickets at <a href=3D
"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.70.b0e4.zld" target=3D
"_blank">www.WCFCleveland.org</a> or call 622-0920.
Cleveland Play House, 8500 Euclid Ave.
Greening Your Home for
Winter With more chilly Northeast Ohio nights ahead
of us and predictions of heating bills going up 48% this winter,
the importance of conserving our resources has never been more
obvious. HomeMender president Jim LaRue will teach even the
environmentally-unconscious how to make their homes greener,
healthier and more efficient — all while using the least
expensive means possible. Call 961-8850 or email
meghan at clevelandgbc.org to reserve your spot at this event for this
Mon 11/14 session from 7-9PM. Cleveland
Environmental Center, 3500 Lorain Avenue. <a href=3D
"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.71.b0q7.zld" target=3D
"_blank">http://www.ClevelandGBC.org</a>.
Carol Adams owner of
Dimensional Works of Art and the director of The Fiber C.A.F.E. at
the Peninsula Art Academy will share her perspectives of her
artistic journey on Mon 11/14 at 7PM. Take a peek
at some of her fascinating work at <a href=3D
"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.72.b0e6.zld" target=3D
"_blank">www.CarolAdams.net</a>. Get directions to the
event <a href=3D"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.73.b0e7.zld"
target=3D"_blank">here</a>. Summit Artspace, 140 East Market
Street, Akron.
How direct is that? Besides
the content, Cool Cleveland readers like having their
weekly news distributed through the most important workspace: their
computer. Our clients call it "The intimacy of the Inbox." The
proof is in the pudding, er, numbers: Tens of thousands of loyal
subscribers and growing. Contact <a href=3D
"mailto:Info at CoolCleveland.com">Info at CoolCleveland.com</a> for
details about being direct.
All Good Marketing is
Direct Tired of walking back and forth in front of
your business with a sandwich board? Then try new and improved,
more direct methods of marketing. Marketing experts Dan Foust of
the Cleveland Indians, Carl Albright of InfoCision, and Rob MacKay
of the Step2 Company will teach attendees to identify buyers,
determine what they want and tailor a customized, relevant message
that will get their attention and their business. Call 592-2222 or
click <a href=3D
"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.74.b0e8.zld"
target=3D"_blank">here</a> to register for the Tue
11/15 power breakfast panel at 8AM. Holiday Inn
Independence, 6001 Rockside Road.
CFA Meeting at IX Center
The Convention Facilities Authority is holding a meeting on
Tue 11/15 at 6PM that will feature a presentation
by the IX Center on the rich history of their facility and its core
market. There will also be a discussion on the criteria and process
of selecting a site for a viable convention facility during this
meeting, open to the public. IX Center. <a href=3D
"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.75.b0e9.zld" target=3D
"_blank">www.ConventionCleveland.com</a>.
Dialogues of the
Carmelites The social and political turmoil in the
waning days of the French Revolution set the stage for the operatic
adaptation of Dialogues of the Carmelites beginning on
Wed 11/16 at 8PM. The transcendent qualities of
fear, faith and courage permeate the Oberlin Conservatory Opera
Theatre production of Francis Poulenc's tragic opera. A riveting
romp into timeless psychological truths is sung in French with
English supertitles. Performances at 8PM on Wed 11/16, Thu 11/17
and Fri 11/18 and 2PM on Sun 11/20. Call 440-775-8169 or visit
<a href=3D"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.76.b0ea.zld" target=
=3D
"_blank">http://www.oberlin.edu/operathe/</a> for more
info. Hall Auditorium, 67 N. Main St. on Rte. 58, between the
Oberlin Inn and the Allen Art Museum, Oberlin.
Arts and the Community: What are the
Benefits? An Economic, Social and Cultural
Perspective based on the recent RAND Corporation study will
explores the idea that the measurable and instrumental benefits of
the arts. opics like economic growth and student learning are
becoming overplayed, suggesting a shift to refocus policy on the
demand for the arts and emphasizing the intrinsic benefits rewarded
by exposure to the arts may be necessary. This important public
forum on Wed 11/16 at 8PM will address the value
of community arts and how the arts should be promoted. Read the
report <a href=3D
"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.77.b0eb.zld" target=3D
"_blank">here</a>. Baldwin-Wallace College, Strosacker
College Union, Sandstone Room 3, 120 E. Grand Street, Berea.
 
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A&Q w/G: Jay
Yoo 
Cool Cleveland's CIO gets some answers, has
more questions
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On Thu 11/10, people attending COSE's Business Unusual:
Stitching Together a Business will get a rare chance to hear
what's going on with KOYONO founder Jay Yoo. Rare, because he's in
the midst of travelling around the country raising the next round
of funding he needs to grow his apparel business while at the same
time developing innovative clothing products. As a preview of what
you might hear (or miss if you're not going), Cool
Cleveland's George Nemeth was able to get some answers from
Jay about before he started asking questions.
George Nemeth: "What's the KOYONO
expericence?"
Jay Yoo: "Minimalism and entrepreneurs go together. Keep it to a
minimum if you're going on a 2 day business trip. Not looking like
a coporate dork. But not looking like you've done an all-nighter.
But you've got to be thinking of a digital lifestyle. Not more
pockets. Focusing on what's important. Sport coats as PDA pocket is
boring. The other half of design is function."
GN: "How has Apple aesthetic affected your
designs?"
JY: "Both brands are about the music. MTV, VH1. One of my heroes
in life is Jimi Hendrix. If you hear his music even today, it
impacts you. Any industry leader is like that. I don't necessarily
like the brand, but I love the story of Michael Dell..." 
<a href=3D
"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.78.b0pg.zld"
target=3D"_blank">Read A&Q w/G: Jay Yoo
here</a> 
 
Cool Cleveland
Sounds 
Radio
Whales 
Infinite Number of
Sounds 
Infinite Number of Sounds Rec. Co.
<img border=3D"0" align=3D"left" style=3D"margin: 0px 10px 10px 0px;"
src=3D"http://www.coolcleveland.com/files/Main/WadioRhales.jpg"> The
first time I heard Infinite Number of Sounds, I was fairly
intrigued. When I finally saw them at Ingenuity a couple months
ago, I was hooked. Having always had a jones for a trifecta of
art-geek-rock ethos, dreamy electronic edginess and imaginative
multimedia visions, I was immediately transported to a time where
all of these elements powered arena rock shows of the progressive
geek-rawk era.
Dig into my collection, you’ll find Genesis, Rush and
Floyd alongside Porcupine Tree, Opeth and Tool and sprinkled in
between Groove Armada, Zero 7, Maggie Estep and Lou Reed’s
Metal Machine Music. Somewhere in that mix, you’ll find
Infinite Number of Sounds’ second full-length CD Radio
Whales as well... 
<a href=3D
"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.79.b0ne.zld"
target=3D"_blank">Read the review by Peter Chakerian
here</a>
Wanna get reviewed?
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44107 
 
Hey Writers!
Wanna write about Cleveland music? We've got a slew of
recently-released CDs and DVDs by Cleveland-area musicians that
could use your critical commentary for Cool Cleveland
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Cool Cleveland
Preview 
Panorama 
At Mather Dance Center on the campus of CWRU. 8PM on 11/11
– 12 and 11/17 – 19. 2:30PM on 11/13. Reservations
216-368-6262. <a href=3D"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.80.b0q8.zld" ta=
rget=3D
"_blank">http://dance.case.edu</a>. 
Every fall we keep an eye out for the dance faculty concert at Case
Western Reserve University. This year’s edition features not
only faculty works but also a rarely seen work by Martha Graham for
large ensemble, Panorama (1935).
Director of Dance Karen Potter provided background on
Panorama at an informal preview showing on 10/15/05. It
seems that Graham choreographed Panorama during one of her
many summer residencies at Bennington College. She had 6 weeks to
create the hour-long work for an original cast of 35. Composer
Norman Lloyd, an accompanist for dance classes at Bennington that
summer, provided a score. The eminent artist Alexander Calder
provided a mobile as a set piece and frequent Graham collaborator
Arch Lauterer provided additional set pieces. In their 1992
reconstruction of this dance the Martha Graham Dance
Company’s set was inspired by the original, which the Case
Dance Program found they couldn’t afford.
Panorama was not performed again after 1935 and was
considered a lost work until relatively recently, when a fragment
of black and white film was discovered. This along with other notes
and scores allowed the Graham Company to develop the 10-minute
reconstruction which was first shown at New York’s City
Center Theatre in October of 1992... 
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"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.81.b0ec.zld"
target=3D"_blank">Read the Cool Cleveland Preview
here</a> 
 
Instant Karma 
Quick reviews of recent
events 
Going out this weekend? Take along your PDA and your digital
camera. Scratch out a few notes to send us with a picture of it for
our Instant Karma real-world reviews of what's really happening.
We'd love to hear from you. Send your stuff to <a href=3D
"mailto:Events at CoolCleveland.com">Events at CoolCleveland.com</a>
Apollo’s Fire @ St. Paul's Church
11/4 Now, if only Jeannette Sorrell of
Apollo’s Fire could be persuaded to plan another musical
‘bonfire’ for, say, March—we would probably all
be ready for a warming trend about that time. She certainly did the
trick for the first week of November! Who’d have thought that
outdoor temperatures would hover near the 70°F mark at that
time of the year?
But then, musical temperatures in St. Paul’s Church in
Cleveland Heights were even warmer on Friday evening, when a group
of brilliant musicians presided over the imaginary Mediterranean
Nights ‘bonfire’. It was a treat that will not soon be
forgotten. In fact, it could be repeated quite often without losing
any of its charms... 
<a href=3D
"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.82.b0ed.zld"
target=3D"_blank">Read the review by Kelly Ferjutz
here</a>
Red {an orchestra} @ Masonic Auditorium
11/5 Alma Mahler was 21 when she met the
40-year-old Gustav Mahler. She had already composed a piano sonata
and 15 songs, but when he asked her to give up her music to become
his wife, she complied. As we get to hear more of her music, we
realize the magnitude of her love as well as her considerable
talent.
Red {an orchestra} led by Artistic Director and Conductor
Jonathan Sheffer, provided an introduction to the music of Alma
Mahler in the opening concert of Red’s fourth season Saturday
evening at Masonic Auditorium. Mr. Sheffer devises intriguing
programs around a central theme with a sometimes oblique tangent in
another direction. In the early 20th century in Vienna, Arnold
Schoenberg created chamber versions of large pieces, usually
performed by his students. Thus, we have ‘salon’
reductions of Strauss waltzes along with smaller versions of works
by Debussy and Mahler, among others... 
<a href=3D
"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.83.b0ee.zld"
target=3D"_blank">Read the review by Kelly Ferjutz
here</a>
Bebe Miller @ the Ohio Theater
11/5 I thoroughly enjoyed watching
Landing/Place performed by the Bebe Miller Company. An
observer of life and the human condition, Bebe weaves fluid stories
of writhing motion that are pure and electric. Awesome to watch,
audience members can’t help but be pulled in by the
happiness, challenges, and dysfunction of the relationships she
depicts. Landing/Place focused on the home, wherever it is located,
in syncopation with the family – whoever it consists of.
Swept up in the stuff that comes in from the outside and the
relationship battles within, the family is forced to deal with
daily issues that tear them down – perhaps forever. The
challenge is finding peace, comfort, love and security in the
pieces that are left over. From Cool Cleveland
contributor T. L. Champion tlATcoolcleveland.com
Bebe Miller @ the Ohio Theater
11/5 We went to see the Bebe Miller Company’s
Landing/Place on Saturday night. We’d read up on the company
for the preview piece we wrote for Cool Cleveland but that
preparation resulted in a few expectations we might have been
better without. Miller’s a genuinely deep artist but she
perhaps told interviewers more than she should have about her
thoughts and intentions for Landing/Place. Nonetheless,
Landing/Place proved to be a rare and sterling example of
the possibilities for positive interactions between dancers and
video projections. Our quibbles cannot discount the considerable
pleasures of the evening.
To briefly discuss one unfulfilled expectation, consider the
question posed in a program note: “What does place have to do
with who we are?” Interesting question, but having watched
the dance we found no clue to an answer. In fact, this group of
nomadic dancers—who spend a significant part of their life on
tour and who are members of what Miller herself describes as a
virtual dance company—are arguably less influenced by place
than most people... 
<a href=3D
"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.84.b0ef.zld"
target=3D"_blank">Read the review by Victor and Elsa
here</a>
Heinen’s/WVIZ World Series of Wine
@ Terrace Club 11/5 Last summer my wife and I made
a pilgrimage to wine country, California style. It was a little bit
Francisco, Barry Bonds, Ghiradelli and Alcatraz… but so much
more importantly Napa, Sonoma and Russian River Valley. It was a
wonderful time—so much so that even this
“Miles”-type (nee Sideways) actually fell in love with
wine. As it turned out, wine is one of my many jobs (if you follow
the CC blog, it would be “Job Numero Dos”) and I
can’t say that I could ever get enough of it.
Whether you consider yourself a “wine snob” (perhaps
like Miles) or you enjoy an occasional glass or two (three?), the
Heinen’s/WVIZ World Series of Wine is arguably the best event
Northeast Ohio has to offer as it relates to vino. At the second of
three “Grand Tastings,” some 400 wines from around the
world were featured. Over 100 featured wineries were on hand to
provide perspectives and expertise on becoming a more informed wine
consumer... 
<a href=3D
"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.85.b0nf.zld"
target=3D"_blank">Read the review by Peter Chakerian
here</a> 
 
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On Cleveland's signature bridge (See
Cleveland needs a signature Innerbelt bridge
<a href=3D
"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.86.b0eg.zld"
target=3D"_blank">here</a>) Dear
Mr. Hebebrand, ODOT Project Manager: As a citizen of the City of
Cleveland I urge you not to rush the planning phase for the
rebuilding of the Innerbelt Bridge and to seriously consider
alternative plans to your two bridge plan. The current Innerbelt
Bridge is built over land (both in the flats and downtown) that has
very good development potential, if the bridge was
moved... 
<a href=3D
"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.87.b0eh.zld"
target=3D"_blank">Read the letter from Cool Cleveland reader Naomi
Sikes-Gilbert nsikesgilbertATyahoo.com here</a>
To: Mr Craig Hedenbrand, ODOT Project
Manager: I am very distressed to learn that ODOT is continuing to
forge ahead with a plan to revamp Cleveland's current Inner Belt
bridge without thoroughly considering the proposal put forth by
Paul Alsenas. Building bridges and ramps to the north of our
current bridge makes absolutely no sense to those of us who live
and work in downtown Cleveland, especially when there is unused
land to the south. I hope ODOT takes more time to review this
significant project before moving forward. 
from Cool Cleveland reader Patricia Rossman Skrha
pskrhaATcspohio.org
To: Mr Craig Hedenbrand, ODOT Project
Manager: I'm writing to comment on the Innerbelt project. Please
consider allowing more time before making a decision on the
architectural firm to be chosen for the Interstate 90 bridge over
the Cuyahoga River. This project will have a lasting impact to our
city for decades and for that reason alone should not be
rushed... 
<a href=3D
"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.88.b0ei.zld"
target=3D"_blank">Read the letter from Cool Cleveland reader Rae
Varga raevargaAToddpost.com here</a>
Dear Mr. Hebebrand, ODOT Project
Manager: I was born and raised in Cleveland before moving to
Washington, DC. Next year my wife and I are taking the life
changing step and moving back. The main reason for our move is to
be part of the new Cleveland renaissance, something bigger than
ourselves. We are just the beginning... 
<a href=3D
"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.89.b0ej.zld"
target=3D"_blank">Read the letter Cool Cleveland reader Adam Brandon
abrandonATjsa.org here</a>
Dear Greg [Hebebrand, ODOT Project
Manager]: Cleveland Bridges; The Main Avenue, The Detroit and
Superior, The Lorain and Carnegie... beautiful. West third, Eagle
Avenue, Carter and Columbus roads....crafty . The New 700 Million
Dollar ODOT bridge proposal....part of a comprehensive presentation
of history rolled and passed before the spectator and impervious to
disgrace... 
<a href=3D
"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.90.b0ek.zld"
target=3D"_blank">Read the letter from Cool Cleveland reader Jeff
Sefcek jsefcekAThotmail.com here</a>
Dear Greg [Hebebrand, ODOT Project
Manager]: The new Inner belt Plan is one that will have an effect
on this city and this region for a long time. That being said, we
should take the time to create something that is beautiful and
distinctive, not something that is ordinary and boring...you can
get that anywhere. We have a chance to set Cleveland apart and make
a mark by creating a beautiful Inner belt... 
<a href=3D
"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.91.b0el.zld"
target=3D"_blank">Read the letter from Cool Cleveland reader Jeffrey
T. Parsons jparsonsATnoche.org here</a>
Dear Mr. Hebebrand, ODOT Project
Manager: Please do the right thing and open a design review for
Cleveland's inner-belt bridge. What a great opportunity to enhance
the city's image. And ODOT's too. The bridges are a symbolic
gateway to the city; celebrate them. Look at the difference the new
bridges over 77 coming into the city make. Imagine the added impact
to the skyline of the city when viewed from the lake or river. Lose
the rust belt image and go for grace and technological beauty. It
need not cost a fortune to find a simple elegant structure. Find a
sponsor and put someones name on it if you must. 
from Cool Cleveland reader Michael V. Palcisco
michael.palciscoATcase.edu
Dear Mr. Hebebrand, ODOT Project
Manager: I find it outrageous that the public meeting regarding the
I-90 bridge project will not be held until after the design firm
(and its proposal) have been locked in. The Cuyahoga County Mayors
and Managers Association wants discussion of alternatives, as do
the county commissioners and Mayor Campbell. ODOT stands alone in
its refusal to consider other plans and second
opinions... 
<a href=3D
"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.92.b0em.zld"
target=3D"_blank">Read the letter from Cool Cleveland reader Denise
Donaldson zoonorthATnetzero.com here</a>
Dear Mr. Hebebrand, ODOT Project
Manager: Consider me a representative of the ever growing
20-something population. While I am certianly only one vioce, I do
work with, and spend time with many college students, graduate
students, and young professionals. As we graduate high school,
attend college, and proudly graduate college, we are faced with a
large decision: where do I move to get a job? The thoughts of many
are to move away, to a larger city where the jobs may be different
and the landscape more scenic... 
<a href=3D
"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.93.b0en.zld"
target=3D"_blank">Read the letter from Cool Cleveland reader Angela
Barrett adawn101AThotmail.com here</a>
Dear Mr. Hebebrand, ODOT Project
Manager: ODOT should reconsider the plan to fast track the
replacement of the current bridge without public input or further
looking at Cuyahoga County's design to move the bridge further
south. The region could use a signature bridge that would also
further development in the Gateway area. There is no reason to pick
a design in the next ten days that will still be around for my
grandchildren to see when another couple of months delay could
greatly enhance the long term benefits of a superior
design. 
from Cool Cleveland reader Chris Wolf
Chris.Wolf at cchswest.org
Dear Craig [Hebebrand, ODOT Project
Manager]: Please consider the input of the city of Cleveland
residents before moving forward with plans for the new inner belt
bridge. We will all be thankful if you would slow things down a
bit. 
from Cool Cleveland reader Glenn Harbold
harbs97ATyahoo.com
Dear Mr. Hebebrand, ODOT Project
Manager: Please perpetuate Cleveland’s claim as the City of
Bridges when rebuilding our city’s inner-belt bridge. Our
forefathers enabled this distinction with investments in Veteran
Memorial Bridge (Detroit/Superior) and the Hope Memorial
(Lorain/Carnegie). Why? I believe they did so for two reasons: hope
and destiny... 
<a href=3D
"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.94.b0eo.zld"
target=3D"_blank">Read the letter from Cool Cleveland reader Jim
Kenny jkennyATroopco.com here</a>
On Cool Cleveland endorsements (See
Cool Cleveland Endorsements <a href=3D
"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.95.b0eg.zld"
target=3D"_blank">here</a>) I
think that asking Cleveland voters to judge mayoral candidates on
body language is asinine and sexist. And who set up the camera
angles to advantage for Frank Jackson and to disadvantage for Jane
Campbell? I generally respect your work, but this week's
endorsement and staging really makes you look bad. 
from Cool Cleveland reader Laura McShane
lmcshane23ATearthlink.net here
I must tell you that your endorsement
of Frank Jackson is unacceptable. In your interview with him - it
clearly shows his incompetence - he wants to keep council the same
size because we need to be us and because we are depressed - GIVE
ME A BREAK -- HE IS A LOSER!! Im not saying that Jane Campbell is
the answer either. TO be honest I expect more from Cool
Cleveland... 
<a href=3D
"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.96.b0ep.zld"
target=3D"_blank">Read the letter from Cool Cleveland reader Jeff
Derr Jeff_DerrATsteris.com here</a>
I am disappointed that "believe in
Cleveland" people would endorse Frnak Jackson. Although Campbell
has not shown great leadership, she has the ability to talk
specifics, has had experience and seems to understand the
importance of downtown development. All I've heard from Jackson is
general sound bites with no specifics on how to grow
Cleveland... 
<a href=3D
"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.97.b0eq.zld"
target=3D"_blank">Read the letter from Cool Cleveland reader Harriet
Bauer hkbauerATyahoo.com here</a>
I have to wholeheartedly agree with
your endorsement of Jackson for Mayor. As a lifelong Clevelander, I
believe it's time for new leadership, and we don't need a fiery
public speaker or gladhander in office. We need men and women of
ACTION, immediate action. Frank Jackson has a cool and, like you
said, dispassionate demeanor, but don't mistake that exterior for
lack of intelligence. He's running for Mayor because he feels
disappointed with Campbell's regime. I enjoy the Web page and
alternative views. 
from Cool Cleveland reader Marc Holan
marklholanATyahoo.com
I see that you have joined the "Swift
Boat Veterans for Truth" in opposing the RON ballot initiatives.
Sorry to hear that. 
from Cool Cleveland reader Pat Blochowiak
patrblATmac.com
Thomas Mulready's recent editorial as
to why we should vote for Frank Jackson provides reasons that are
more about style than substance, and that rely more heavily on what
"seems" to be true than on fact. To begin, Mulready writes, "And
your choice of who to vote for will probably hinge on whose style
you prefer, Mayor Campbell's warm and fuzzy sympathizing, or
Council President Jackson's dispassionate manner." I am offended by
the assumption that most people will simply vote based on how we
feel about the style of the candidates and not on our perception of
their ability to lead the city... 
<a href=3D
"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.98.b0er.zld"
target=3D"_blank">Read the letter from Cool Cleveland reader
Stephanie Klupinski sklupinskiATgmail.com here</a>
I disagree with the thoughts of
Legacy and Crocker regarding no Big Box…that’s simply
not true. At one time Nordstrom and Saks were looking at Crocker.
If you mean big box discount stores there are two Targets and two
Wal-marts within 6 miles from Legacy. Steelyard Commons - what
makes this development so sexy and attractive to retailers is the
highway visibility, accessibility and
population... 
<a href=3D
"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.99.b0es.zld"
target=3D"_blank">Read the letter from Cool Cleveland reader Reggie
Clark rclarkATthekronegroup.com here</a>
Today's November 2 Plain Dealer has a
front page news article and an ediorial page editorial, by the PD
itself....both explaining that the November 1 City Club debate
between Jackson and Campbell for Mayor showed that Campbell would
be a better Mayor than Jackson. I heard the debate, so I can tell
you it is true. Since Jackson is ahead of Campbell in the published
polls of Cleveland voters, it looks like you are endorsing Jackson
for no good reason, except that you expect him to be elected
Mayor...that is not a good reason. 
from Cool Cleveland reader Tom Burton
ohiopatientsrightsATyahoo.com
In taking a stand against Issue 4
(which is designed to combat gerrymandering -- the process of
drawing electoral district boundaries in an unfair or unnatural way
to give one political party an advantage) you state that
"gerrymandering continues to be a problem." Fair enough, almost
everyone other than elected incumbents would
agree... 
<a href=3D
"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.100.b0et.zld"
target=3D"_blank">Read the letter from Cool Cleveland reader Ian
Hoffman hoffmaidATyahoo.com here</a>
I have been a subscriber to your news
letter for more than a year. I think its great that you are working
so hard to promote the City and the Region however, I am astounded
that you would endorse Frank Jackson as Mayor of our City. I own a
business in the City and am considering leaving the area if Frank
Jackson is elected Mayor... 
<a href=3D
"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.101.b0eu.zld"
target=3D"_blank">Read the letter from Cool Cleveland reader John
Bausone jbausoneAThotmail.com here</a>
I literally could not believe my eyes
that anyone as seemingly well-informed as Cool Cleveland could buy
the entirely lie-based campaign against the Reform Ohio Now issues
Amendments 2-5. It's small comfort that you didn't buy the lie on
Issue #2 (absentee voting) the least controversial and least
important of the issues, the allegation is that it'll cause
extensive fraud... 
<a href=3D
"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.102.b0ev.zld"
target=3D"_blank">Read the letter from Cool Cleveland reader
Anastasia Pantsios AnastasjoyATaol.com here</a>
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Top 5 
Here are the Top 5 from last week's issue, with one more chance for
you to click.
1) Mayoral Endorsements The long
version. 
<a href=3D
"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.103.aytq.zld"
target=3D"_blank">www.CoolCleveland.com</a>
2) Ahoy Ohio! Ohio-made products for the
Holidays. 
<a href=3D"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.104.b0q9.zld" target=
=3D
"_blank">http://www.AhoyOhio.com</a>
3) Voters Guide Information to assist you on
election day. 
<a href=3D"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.105.aywz.zld" target=
=3D
"_blank">www.lwvcef.org</a>
4) RoldoLINK Nobody's buying the Believe in
Cleveland campaign. 
<a href=3D
"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.106.ayju.zld"
target=3D"_blank">www.CoolCleveland.com</a>
5) Cleveland needs a PowerPoint presentation of
a signature Innerbelt bridge. 
<a href=3D
"http://r.pm0.net/s/c?3gv.edis.107.ayty.zld" target=3D
"_blank">www.CuyahogaCounty.us</a> 
 
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