Thomas, the founder and president of Vet Fest, started this event with a mission that cuts deep: to stop veteran suicide. “We’re tired of losing our brothers and sisters,” he told me. His voice was steady but heavy with purpose. As a veteran himself, Thomas knows the weight of transitioning to civilian life. The isolation, the unspoken struggles.

Don't miss the Broadway hit "Beetlejuice" live at Cleveland's Playhouse Square through August 17. Based on Tim Burton’s cult classic, this hilarious musical brings ghostly thrills, bold performances, and jaw-dropping visuals to the stage. Ideal for teens and families, the show features standout talent and unforgettable moments. Get ticket details, showtimes, and insider reactions in our full story.

WOVU 95.9 FM adds Cleveland’s own DJ Kosher Kuts to its Saturday night lineup with the debut of The Everything Is Kosher Show. As one of the only Jewish DJs in urban radio, Kosher Kuts brings decades of experience, high-energy mashups, and a fresh perspective to the airwaves. Tune in Saturdays at 9 PM for a boundary-breaking blend of hip-hop and R&B, now streaming nationwide on iHeartRadio and Audacy.

Legendary music icon Ozzy Osbourne died on the morning of July 22, 2025, at his country estate in Welders, Buckinghamshire, U.K., according to a statement from his family confirming he was “surrounded by love” at the time. The announcement was signed by his wife, Sharon Osbourne, and their children, who emphasized that Ozzy’s passing came with his family by his side.

Despite her success, Francis’s life was marred by numerous personal tragedies. In 1967, a cosmetic procedure damaged her voice, and in 1974, she was raped and beaten at knifepoint at a New York motel. She later won a landmark $2.5 million lawsuit, then one of the largest ever awarded in a rape case. “If what we did here could save one girl, it was worth it,” she told The New York Times during the trial.

Scott described beginning to write songs at a young age and officially releasing music in 2020 amid the COVID‑19 pandemic. A highlight of her early career came when she performed at an Autism Speaks event at Progressive Field in Cleveland, singing alongside her father. She recounted balancing late‑night bar performances in Nashville with daytime college classes, showcasing her relentless drive.

Now in its 13th year, the event will begin Friday evening in the Cedar-Fairmount neighborhood, continue Saturday with performances at the Noble Road Library and throughout the Cedar Lee District, and conclude Sunday in Coventry Village. Featuring 36 artists and 22 venues to date, the 2025 festival aims to highlight the vibrancy of the local arts scene while driving foot traffic to area businesses.

Organizers say next year’s event will again be free and, for the first time, professionally filmed for remote audiences, even as the legal dispute with the Jewish Federation over the withheld principal continues. Workmen’s Circle Chairman Neal Grossman and Yiddish Concert co-chair Amy Roth extended their thanks to the community, performers, Cain Park staff, volunteers, and the city of Cleveland Heights.

A free, all-ages concert featuring Cleveland native LaBronn Conner Jr. is set to electrify the Foundation Room at House of Blues on May 16, 2025, from 9 to 11 p.m. The 23-year-old singer-songwriter, known for his fusion of blues, rock, and gospel, aims to deliver a performance reminiscent of the late 1960s counterculture era.

Celebrated violinist, composer, and educator Steven Greenman has been tasked with the important role of "The Fiddler" in Cleveland Play House's production of Fiddler on the Roof at Playhouse Square’s Allen Theatre, with performances extended through May 25. Greenman announced his involvement on social media, noting, "Performing this music in the pit completes the Fiddler cycle for me," referencing his extensive history with the iconic musical, including onstage performances a

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