Greetings! Please post the following events in the Northeast Ohio Performing Arts List. I have subscribed to NEohioPAL just a few minutes ago. Thanks for listing these events. They are all FREE to the public. Unveiling the Victorians Independence Branch Library 6361 Selig Drive Independence, OH 44131 Tuesday, August 10th 7:00 PM Discover what life was really like beyond Charles Dickens and Downton Abbey. Fads, foods, medicine, scandals, leisure activities, and household hazards will be shared in an entertaining fashion. Call the library at 216-447-0160 to register or register on line at www.cuyahogalibrary.org<http://www.cuyahogalibrary.org>. Tin Pan Alley Thursday, August 20th 7:00 PM Independence Branch Library 6361 Selig Drive Independence, OH 44131 Judy Crawford will perform songs of Irving Berlin, George Gershwin and Cole Porter, songwriters who dominated the popular music of the United States in the late 19th century and early 20th century. Call the library at 216-447-0160 to register or register on line at www.cuyahogalibrary.org<http://www.cuyahogalibrary.org>. Treasure in Your Attic: Antique Appraisals Saturday, August 22nd 2:00 PM Independence Branch Library 6361 Selig Drive Independence, OH 44131 Bring your favorite antique to the library and have it appraised by Jason Adams or just come to learn about antiques from this knowledgeable and entertaining expert. Limit one item per person. (no swords or firearms) Call the library at 216-447-0160 to register or register on line at www.cuyahogalibrary.org<http://www.cuyahogalibrary.org>. The Famous & Infamous Women of Cleveland's Millionaire's Row Monday, Sept. 21st 7:00 PM Independence Branch Library 6361 Selig Drive Independence, OH 44131 Join Dan Ruminski, storyteller and author, for a look back at some of the most-colorful women to have lived on Millionaire's Row during Cleveland's Gilded Age. This talk gives the audience a personal look at the women who on their own accomplished great things. Dan will share information about some wives who had a negative influence on their husbands and some of the misdeeds that made them infamous. Call the library at 216-447-0160 to register or register on line at www.cuyahogalibrary.org<http://www.cuyahogalibrary.org>. Trainwrecks, Shipwrecks, and Other Spooky Tales Thursday, Sept. 24th, 7:00 PM Independence Branch Library 6361 Selig Drive Independence, OH 44131 Lying at the bottom of the Great Lakes are countless shipwrecks, trains throughout the nation have met awful fates, and Ohio's ghost stories are abundant. Join the National Park Service and our costumed volunteers as we share eerie stories sure to send a tingle up your spine as we explore the history of transportation. Call the library at 216-447-0160 to register or register on line at www.cuyahogalibrary.org<http://www.cuyahogalibrary.org>. Love-In at the Library Tuesday, Sept. 29th 7:00 PM Independence Branch Library 6361 Selig Drive Independence, OH 44131 Equal rights, civil rights, The British Invasion and Hippies...these are some of the words that have been associated with the 60's. Through song and lecture, Desmond and Molly will reflect on the events and people who influenced the music of this pivotal decade. Wear your peace signs. Tie-dye is highly encouraged. Call the library at 216-447-0160 to register or register on line at www.cuyahogalibrary.org<http://www.cuyahogalibrary.org>. Playhouse Square Presents! Monday, Oct. 19th 7:00 PM Independence Branch Library 6361 Selig Drive Independence, OH 44131 Get a sneak peek at the new 2015-2016 upcoming season at Playhouse Square. Join us as George McNulty, Guest Account Representative will talk about the Broadway Series plays to be held. A short DVD of scenes from the plays will be presented along with how to get tickets to the ones you would like to see. Call the library at 216-447-0160 to register or register on line at www.cuyahogalibrary.org<http://www.cuyahogalibrary.org>.
From Script to Screen Monday, Nov., 16th 6:30 PM Independence Branch Library 6361 Selig Drive Independence, OH 44131 David Manocchio, a writer and director, known for 24 Frames Per Second (1993), Haywire (2003) and La bruja (2009) will present a 2-hour independent filmmaking program that will cover writing the script, choosing a crew, casting, production, and marketing. Call the library at 216-447-0160 to register or register on line at www.cuyahogalibrary.org<http://www.cuyahogalibrary.org>.
Music Montage Tuesday, Nov. 17th 7:00 PM Independence Branch Library 6361 Selig Drive Independence, OH 44131 Come enjoy the music, stories and wit of local violinist, Mary Beth Ions, as she performs favorites from every musical genre from popular music and show tunes, to ethnic and classical numbers, and even your requests! Enjoy her stories about being in the orchestra pit for performances of Broadway shows to her commentary on how her fiddle creates the sounds that are so diverse. Call the library at 216-447-0160 to register or register on line at www.cuyahogalibrary.org<http://www.cuyahogalibrary.org>. Thanks so much for your help to inform the public about these free programs. Marian Appel Public Service Assistant Cuyahoga County Public Library Independence Branch 6361 Selig Drive / Independence, Ohio 44131-4926 p 216.447.0160 / f 216.447.1371 mappel@cuyahogalibrary.org www.cuyahogalibrary.org