Cleveland Scene

Cleveland Scene is a weekly alternative newspaper located in Cleveland, Ohio. It features a variety of content focused on the local arts, music, dining, and films in the Cleveland area, along with classified ads. The newspaper made its debut in the 1970s.

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Locally Filmed Short 'Lunchbox' Makes Streaming Debut

5 days ago | clevescene.com | Jeff Niesel

Born and raised in Mayfield Heights, filmmaker and actor Anne Hu has just released her award-winning, locally filmed short film Lunchbox online with YouTube's Omeleto and Taiwan Plus. The movie, which won Cleveland International Film Festival's Best Ohio Short Film in 2023, has shown at 53 film festivals and won 20 awards worldwide. In addition to the U.S., it’s screened in Canada, France, South Korea and Germany.
Billboards Supporting Cuyahoga Valley National Park Staff Pop Up Around Cleveland Amid DOGE Cuts

5 days ago | clevescene.com | Mark Oprea

The billboard is anything but apologetic. “GREETINGS FROM CUYAHOGA VALLEY NATIONAL PARK,” one reads, overlooking a parking lot of PNC Bank at East 40th and Chester Avenue. “NOW WITH REDUCED STAFF, MADE POSSIBLE BY D.O.G.E.” There’s another off I-480 and West 150th, another one at 117th and Berea, another on Lorain in Kamm’s Corner. In total, 26 billboards across the city.
As Cleveland Welcomes the International Downtown Conference, Waterfront Potential Takes the Spotlight

6 days ago | clevescene.com | Mark Oprea

They came from Chattanooga, St. Paul, Chicago, Pittsburgh, Tokyo and South Africa. All for pretty much one reason: to see if Downtown Cleveland was anything to write home about. For the first time in the organization’s 14-year history, the International Downtown Association is hosting its first major conference event in Cleveland, which kicked off Wednesday and continues through the weekend.
Livewire: 16 of the Best Concerts to Catch in Cleveland in May

6 days ago | clevescene.com | Jeff Niesel

[ { "name": "Real 1 Player (r2) - Inline", "component": "38482494", "insertPoint": "2/3", "requiredCountToDisplay": "9" } ] THU 05/08 Fontaines D.C. Touring behind a deluxe edition that adds three new songs to their acclaimed fourth album, Romance, the Irish rock act performs at 7 p.m. at the Agora. In the ten years that the group has been active, it’s been nominated for numerous awards and steadily increased its popularity. Singer-songwriter Jadu Heart opens.
Ohio Libraries Win Big in Tuesday Elections

6 days ago | clevescene.com | Marty Schladen

[ { "name": "Real 1 Player (r2) - Inline", "component": "38482494", "insertPoint": "2/3", "requiredCountToDisplay": "9" } ] Every single library levy on Tuesday’s ballot passed in Ohio, and none of them were close. The victories come as Republican officials at the state and federal level look at cutting library funding. There were 13 levies on the ballot — eight renewals, two replacements, two new ones and a bond.
Funshi to Bring Conveyor-Belt Sushi to Beachwood and Avon

1 week ago | clevescene.com | Douglas Trattner

[ { "name": "Real 1 Player (r2) - Inline", "component": "38482494", "insertPoint": "2/3", "requiredCountToDisplay": "9" } ] Funshi Sushi, Ramen and Boba opened in Rocky River this past March, but already the family has plans to expand the brand. Next up for the locally owned group is a location in Beachwood, specifically the former Bomba Tacos space at the corner of Cedar and Richmond (2101 Richmond Rd.).
Cleveland Smoking Rates Have Dropped by Nearly 50% Over Past Ten Years, Health Department Finds

1 week ago | clevescene.com | Mark Oprea

According to results from a new Cleveland Health Survey, conducted by the Department of Public Health, there's been a 45% drop in Cleveland's smoking rates over the past decade. That's welcome news, as the city has held the distinction of having one of the highest per capita smoking rates among big cities in recent years. Whereas 40% of Clevelanders smoked a decade ago, that number is now closer to 25%, CDPH officials said in a Zoom press conference on Tuesday.
Partners in Bobby George's Ethos Hospitality Group Buy FWD Day + Nightclub

1 week ago | clevescene.com | Douglas Trattner

For the past decade, FWD Day + Nightclub (1176 Front St.) in the Flats East Bank has been the premium destination for chill summer hangs by the pool during the day and electrifying shows with top DJ talents by night. Much of that great vibe trickled down from management, Forward Hospitality, which has been a fixture in Cleveland for years.
Review: La Playa Brings the Colorful Marisqueria From the Beaches of Mexico to the Shores of Lake Erie

1 week ago | clevescene.com | Douglas Trattner

Just weeks ago, my wife and I were enjoying a late-winter break in Mexico, specifically in a laid-back surfing town that hugged the Pacific Coast. There, seafood in all its glorious forms dominated the menus, with simply prepared items like ceviche, aguachile, seafood cocktails, fish tacos and fried whole fish highlighting the best of the day’s catch.
15+ Things to Do in Cleveland This Weekend (May 8-11)

1 week ago | clevescene.com | Jeff Niesel

[ { "name": "Real 1 Player (r2) - Inline", "component": "38482494", "insertPoint": "2/3", "requiredCountToDisplay": "9" } ] Our weekly picks of the best things to do in Cleveland this weekend. Also check out our full Cleveland event calendar. THU 05/08 Fontaines D.C. Touring behind a deluxe edition that adds three new songs to their acclaimed fourth album, Romance, the Irish rock act performs at 7 p.m. at the Agora.