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📺 Nostalgic nightcaps

Cuyahoga County • September 18, 2025

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Good morning, Cuyahoga County. Remember those Saturday mornings spent in pajamas, watching cartoons with a bowl of cereal? Vinyl Arcade is bottling that nostalgic magic, blending beloved TV theme songs from Scooby Doo to The Munsters with '70s and '80s rock hits. This Cleveland band has spent a decade perfecting their unique musical time machine, complete with video screens playing regional commercials that transport audiences back to simpler times.

The arts are alive across the city this week, with Cleveland Play House delivering emotional wallops through their stripped-down production of "Our Town" until September 28. Film enthusiasts can step even further back in time at the Cleveland Silent Film Festival, where century-old classics are receiving new life through live musical accompaniments – including an intriguing metal band soundtrack to "Faust" at the Cleveland Institute of Art's Cinematheque.

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☕️ What's Brewing Locally

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🎵 Cleveland band mixes TV theme songs into nostalgic rock sets. Vinyl Arcade, led by Ed Douglas and Keith Martin, performs '70s and '80s hits alongside beloved television themes from Scooby Doo to The Munsters. The unique concept emerged from the musicians' desire to tap into shared generational memories, complete with video screens playing regional commercials and Cleveland pop culture references. After a decade of performances, they've refined their approach by creating seamless theme song medleys rather than alternating between regular songs and TV themes. The band has gained momentum playing festivals throughout Ohio, bringing their self-described "goofy, silly fun" to audiences who light up at hearing childhood favorites performed live.

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🎭 A 90-year-old play delivers a powerful punch to Cleveland audiences. Cleveland Play House's production of Thornton Wilder's "Our Town" strips away theatrical artifice to expose life's most profound lessons. Director Mary Zimmerman masterfully guides the audience through the ordinary lives of Grover's Corners residents, building a foundation in Acts I and II before delivering a sledgehammer of emotion in Act III. Christopher Donahue's Stage Manager serves as our pragmatic guide, while Madalyn Baker's Emily Webb provides the emotional heart of this humbling theatrical experience running through September 28.

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🎬 Cleveland's silent film festival brings century-old classics to life. The Cleveland Silent Film Festival and Colloquium is showcasing four centennial films through September 27 at the Cleveland Museum of Art. Highlights include "Lady Windermere's Fan" with live music from Cleveland Photoplayers, René Clair's Art Deco films accompanied by live musicians, and "Go West" featuring sound effects by Radio on the Lake Theatre. The festival concludes with a special screening of "Faust" at the Cleveland Institute of Art's Cinematheque, accompanied by the metal band Silent Light. Tickets are required for all screenings.

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🏡 Real Estate Reveals

Real estate listing image Updated colonial near conveniences: This Strongsville colonial, priced at $457,500, offers four bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and numerous 2021 updates including roof, siding, and HVAC systems, all nestled in the convenient High Point development near shopping and restaurants.
Real estate listing image Spacious split-level with upgrades: Original owners' beloved North Royalton split-level for $425,000. Features spacious living areas, four bedrooms, hardwood floors, covered patio, fireplace, and sits on a half-acre lot with a new roof from 2020.
Real estate listing image Convenient Parma gem awaits homebuyers: This charming $189,900 Parma ranch home features a spacious living room with luxury vinyl plank flooring, three carpeted bedrooms, a finished basement, central air, and a detached two-car garage, all conveniently located near highways and shopping.

🗓️ Happenings & Hoopla

🎮 Sep. 18 - Cleveland Gaming Classic: Relive gaming nostalgia at the Cleveland Gaming Classic on Sep 18! Ohio's largest gaming extravaganza takes over the I-X Center with pixel-packed fun for everyone. Your ticket to retro gaming paradise awaits.
🃏 Sep. 18 - Jason Ladanye's Card Magic: Witness jaw-dropping sleight of hand at The Extraordinary Card Magic of Jason Ladanye! Join fellow magic enthusiasts at Cleveland's Asylum at Masonic Temple on September 18 at 8:00 PM for an unforgettable evening of card wizardry.
🍺 Sep. 19 - Cuyahoga Falls Oktoberfest: Raise your stein at Cuyahoga Falls Oktoberfest! Celebrate with free admission and entertainment at River Front Park on September 19. Prost to German traditions along the scenic Front Street.
🦅 Sep. 19 - Headlands Birding Festival: Calling all bird enthusiasts! Flock to the Headlands Birding Festival on September 19 at 1 Wade Oval Dr, Cleveland, where Museum experts celebrate our feathered friends of the Headlands/Mentor Marsh region.
💎 Sep. 19 - GemStreet USA Cleveland: Sparkle and shine at GemStreet USA Cleveland! Browse dazzling jewelry, gems, and minerals from new vendors at the Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds on September 19. A treasure hunter's paradise in Middleburg Heights.
🏆 Sep. 20 - Buckeyes Championship Celebration: Step back in time at Cleveland's Historic League Park for Buckeye Fest! Celebrate the 1945 Cleveland Buckeyes' Negro League World Championship on Sep 20 with music, games, food, and vendors.
🥒 Sep. 20 - Cleveland Pickle Fest: Pucker up for Cleveland Pickle Fest at Mall C on September 20th! Relish a day of briny delights and community fun from 11 AM to 6 PM – it's kind of a big dill!
🎨 Sep. 20 - Sidewalk Art Chalk Festival: Watch sidewalk masterpieces come to life at the Chalk Festival on September 20! Professional artists and community members transform CMA's south plaza into a colorful canvas at 11150 East Blvd, Cleveland.
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