Launch shopping party (11/20)

Thursday, November 20th, 2008

Join the girls for the TrendyTrousseau.com for their big launch party!

TrendyTrousseau.com is a new online boutique that serves the everyday girl. Clothing, Handbags and Accessories (in all price ranges) will be on hand for holiday shopping. Join the gang for the shopping spree plus wine, snacks and style!



To rsvp drop a note to info@trendytrousseau.com. 7 -9pm At Wooltex Gallery, Tower Press, 1900 Superior Ave Cleveland, OH 44144

Crazy Mullets

Looking for a fun, fresh fall hair style? Visit Crazy Mullets located in Lakewood (Coventry location coming soon!).

The space is filled with bright off-the-wall art while the stylist stations use an assortment of auto mechanic tools and cabinetry. The staff displays the latest in fun colors and patterns for your fall hair (leopard prints for guys and pink bangs for girls!) The team is very friendly and approachable, a definite place to explore for your next haircut, color or updo! And did I mention their prices are VERY affordable? A women's cut starts at $20, you can't find that too many other places.



Next time you are in the market for a trim or a curl check them out! For an appointment at the Lakewood location call 216.712.7733

Lululemon Opening (11/01)

Please join Lululemon as we welcome them to Cleveland!

Stop by their new space at The Hampton's Luxury Apartments (220-Rec, 27040 Cedar Rd., Beachwood OH 44122) this Saturday morning for a complimentary yoga class, taught by lululemon ambassador and yoga/fitness guru Deanna Black at 10-11am. The showroom will be open from 11-4pm with live music, healthy treats, and lots of mingling with Clevelanders in the yoga and fitness community.

Hope you can stop in and give this east coat company a warm midwest welcome!

For more information visit www.lululemon.com

Shoparooni's Birthday Bash! (10/25)

Saturday, October 25th, 2008

Celebrate the darling little store Shoparooni and their first year in business success! Starting at 7pm, there will be prizes, drinking, merriment, arm-wrestling, haiku contests, raffles, and they're even going to carve pumpkins...my favorite fall activity! Please bring your own pumpkin (preferably already gutted.)



If I get to swing by the party I would LOVE to pick up this sassy feather t-shirt by Public Domain for under fall cardigans and this adorable print by Julia Kuo. Check out their site, they have lots of charming finds, www.shoparooni.com

Happy birthday Shoparooni! 15813 Waterloo Road Cleveland, OH 44110 216.383.3633

Check it out!

Thanks and congratulations to Danielle Deboe; sassy proprietor of the dazzling store “Room Service” (www.roomservicecleveland.com) located in the Gordon Square Arts District. Danielle wrote an amazing City Guide to Cleveland that was published yesterday on the infamous Design Sponge Blog. Danielle, thanks for including iheartcleveland in your mix of all thing fun, fresh and fabulous in Cleveland! Your summary of every nook and cranny in the city is an amazing resource that everyone should have stuffed in their glove box or backpack for an afternoon adventure. Congratulations and thanks again!

To read the article visit www.designspongeonline.com/2008/07/cleveland-design-guide.html#more-10871

Made in the 216 (6/20)

Friday, June 20 2008

We as Clevelanders have a lot to be proud of. We just may not always realize it. A chic boutique in the Detroit Shoreway District called Room Service is hosting their inaugural bi-annual event highlighting a few of the reasons we have to be proud of ‘the 216’! I will definitely be skipping out of work early for this happening, I don't want to miss any great finds!

MADE IN THE 216 is not a traditional art opening. The genesis of this event was the idea that Cleveland shopping is lacking the clever and unique items found only in the hip neighborhoods of New York and Chicago. While Cleveland may still be lacking the shopping districts of those towns, that is only temporary. Five years ago when owner, Danielle DeBoe moved back from a four year hiatus in Los Angeles she says she “…had a really hard time shopping here”; well that has changed DRAMATICALLY over the past few years with the opening of several unique and interesting home, accessory and apparel boutiques throughout the near west and east sides of Cleveland and she has become very confident that the Detroit Shoreway will become the diverse Cleveland boutique shopping district that we all yearn for.

For this 2 day event Room Service Home will break down the traditional store merchandising scheme and create little ‘sub-shops’ dedicated to the aesthetic of CLEVELAND-BASED artists & designers whose products are just as unique, clever and well made as the items we travel to New York to find, but made right here in our hometown.



MADE IN THE 216 will be held on Friday June 20 from 4-9pm with a wine and cheese reception with the artists/designers and Saturday June 21 from 12-5pm. The artists/designers featured are: Small Screen Designs, BCTZ Cleveland, Little Korboose, Amy Derethik, Finley Handmade, [base] line, Sarah Jane Reidel, Buzz Buzz Designs, Satomi Jin, Hannah Verbeuren Photography, and Marian Made. Collectively, they make a wide weft of products from wall art and jewelry to baby onesies and hand-dyed vintage linens and quite a few things in between!

See you Friday at Room Service : 6505 Detroit Avenue ; Cleveland, OH 44102
216.281.4221 www.roomservicecleveland.com

"Free" Hermes

Good morning Cleveland!

After a a long weekend of milling around Northeast Ohio I have to tell you I love this place (like you didn't know already). Coffee frozen yogurt from Mitchell's, dancing at the annual Greek Festival, good wine with good tunes at Brother Lounge, running down to the new boardwalk at Lakewood Park (to work off the ice cream & wine), Gallucci's, and more.

However, as I was going through piles of "must -read" magazine subscriptions, I realized what we are lacking in is high end shopping opportunities. Why don't we have a cute little Kate Spade boutique for the latest in bright hued totes, shoes & paper? How about a MOMA Design Store to pick up the best in designer posters, note cards or calenders? Or even better; I think we need a Hermès store to go and drool over the infamous patterned scarves complete with bright orange box! Not that I am going to run right out and buy one of each, but it always nice to window shop and dream, right? I digress...



While I can't whip up the retail market in Cleveland, I can let you in on a little secret...you too can get a FREE Hermès Kelly Bag (watch out Katie Holmes) right here in Cleveland. Visit http://lesailes.hermes.com/na/en/ Print out the pattern, fold along the lines, decorate, and voila: your own iconic Kelly bag....right here in Cleveland.

Who needs a store....when you can have a PDF? :)

a "Lab" Opening (5/15)

Thursday, May 15th, 2008

The Vanity Lab - Salon & Spa welcomes you (and your chic friends) to their grand opening affair. Stop by and check out the new place...complete with wine and beer provided by JW Dover (the winery & brewery downstairs). From what I hear it has a very unique pedicure bench area, can't wait!

7-9pm 24945 Detroit Road (between Clague & Columbia on the south side of the street) Westlake OH
call 440.835.4490 or visit www.vanitylab.com for more information

Sock Be Gone (5/08)

Thursday, May 8th, 2008

Every year on May 8th No Socks Day is a day to free your toes of the confines of socks and stocking. Give those toes of yours a breath of fresh air. The creators of this day also profess that No Socks Day will reduce your laundry load, and therefore, is healthy for the environment.



It's easy to participate in No Socks Day. Just leave your socks and stocking off, and let your toes enjoy a moment in the sun! Note: While washing your feet prior to participating in No Socks Day is a requirement, painting your toe nails is completely optional. :)

Oh Karl... (5/09)

Friday, May 9th, 2008

Rodolphe Marconi’s new documentary on Karl Lagerfeld, “Lagerfeld Confidential,” has generated a lot of interest for his candor in interviewing Mr. Lagerfeld about his sexuality and his reputation for being cruelly unsentimental in ending relationships of which he has tired.

“Usually when people are 70 years old with a lot of money, a career and celebrity, they stay at home with a bodyguard in a beautiful house with a swimming pool,” Mr. Marconi said. “But Karl is always in danger. He is all the time alive, curious. For me, curiosity is intelligence.”



The documentary also features, Anna Wintour, Nicole Kidman, and Baz Luhrmann. Celebrate Fashion Week Cleveland with this new documentary about the legendary fashion designer, “the haughty high priest of haute couture” according to the BBC. The film takes a revealing peek under the white ponytail and behind the thick shades to reveal an imperious jet-setter who loves books, cinema, and the visual arts as much as his creations for Chanel. (France, 2007, color, subtitles, 35mm, 89 min.)

Be there! 7 pm. For tickets and additional information visit www.clevelandart.org

Product Runway (4/25)

Friday, April 22nd, 2008

The International Interior Design Sociey & The Cleveland/Akron City Center will be hosting "Product Runway" a runway fashion show of one-of-a-kind couture originals utilizing manufacturer’s product as the “fabric” for the garment this Friday night.

Product Runway is a wonderful opportunity for interior design, architecture, product design and industrial design related industries to celebrate creativity in an innovative design spirit. Using extra scraps, samples, over-runs, etc., fashions will be assembled, sewn, glued and styled by the local design community...think of it as a fashion show for earth week. Recycle and go!

This fundraiser will benefit the American Cancer Society's "Look Good...Feel Better" program, a community-based, free, national service that teaches female cancer patients beauty techniques to help restore their appearance and self-image during chemotherapy and radiation treatments

The event will be on Friday April 25, 2008 at Anatomy Night Club in Downtown Cleveland, Ohio at 6:00pm.
For more information visit www.iidaohky.org/clevak.htm

Kentucky to Cleveland (5/03)

Saturday, May 3, 2008

Get your tickets and start decorating your hat for the second annual "From Kentucky to Cleveland - A Derby Celebration." You can WIN, PLACE, and SHOW at this year’s Junior League of Cleveland fundraiser.
 
WIN : Win an assortment of great prizes in the silent auction and hat contest! An assortment of gaming will also be happening throughout the evening.
 
PLACE : Place your bets. Kentucky Derby will be televised live and you can get in the fun by naming a horse for $20 in the “Night at the Races” events.
 
SHOW : Show your support for this wonderful volunteer organization, tickets are only $50 a person. Bring your friends & family.
 


Tickets are $50 a person, or $90 per couple including fabulous food & drinks; soda, beer and wine included in ticket price. Cash bar for mixed drinks and $6 Mint Juleps. Grand Stand attire (no jeans please). To purchase your tickets visit www.Blacktie-Cleveland.com or mail your check made payable to The JLC, attn: Derby Party, 10819 Magnolia Dr., Cleveland, OH 44106.
 
Questions? contact Vanessa Stanbridge, derbyparty@jlcleveland.org

Deco in River

How many times have you driven by the tall "pink" building in Rocky River and always wondered what it looked like inside? For me....hundreds.

Well, last night I was lucky enough to get inside the landmark for my monthly girls-only dice game. The exquisite art deco design and architectural details were enough to make anyone with a slight passion for design drool. Everything from the hallway signage to the scrolling iron work, the relief sculptures that welcome you into the asian-inspired lobby to the hand silkscreened wallpaper was in immaculate condition.



The "Westlake Hotel," was constructed in mid-1920s, has 11 floors and now serves as an upscale housing complex. If you are lucky enough to be in the market for a swanky Humphrey Bogart-inspired pad, I wouldn't pass up an opportunity to live in this historic space of Cleveland.

Old buildings with historic charm..one of the reasons I heart cleveland! :)

Clubbin' with the Kids (4/12)

Saturday April 12th, 2008

Rock-n-Tot is here! A VIP afternoon "on the town" party for kids and their parents.

From 2-5pm, Clevelands-own Velvet Dog Nightclub will be transformed into a kid-friendly party zone. The dj plays adult music and you'll find free airbrush tattoo artists for the kids and complimentary massages for the adults, not to mention free juice boxes and snacks!

The DJs play today's club mixes, no "kid" music here, just clean lyrics, a great beat and encourage everyone to get their booties shakin. When you just need to get away from it all, check out the lounge, stuffed to the brim with toys, puzzles, and books. Best of all, it is in a separate location from the dance floor, rejuvenate yourself and the kids here! For all those little Rock stars in our lives (kids 8 to 12) we know that sometimes they get tired of hangin' with younger siblings and just need to relax and chill with kids your their age, check out the rock star area and spend time getting to know other kids (that don't still take naps), play some games, and take some time for yourself.



Most importantly parents, services will vary month to month, but may include : mini-massages, paraffin wax dip, eyebrow waxing, golf pro tutoring - just to name a few! These services are complimentary, they just ask that you consider tipping the folks that have graciously offered these services. Also each family walks away with a fantastic goody bag filled with . . well, you'll have to wait and see!

Juice boxes and kid-friendly snacks are provided by Rock-n-Tot. Please remember to bring any necessary items such as bottles, sippy cups, wet wipes, etc. The bar is open (cash or plastic) for those parents not driving, who wish to have a drink.

Pre-walkers are admitted free, everyone else must have a ticket. $12 a ticket. For more info, or to purchase tickets visit www.rock-n-tot.com

Baby Dayliner Friday (4/11)

Friday, April 11th, 2008

Gonna walk around, gonna talk around, gonna walk around, gonna talk around and see, see what?

Don't miss crooner, Baby Dayliner as he struts his stuff and sings his heart out this Friday night, 8pm at MOCA Cleveland.

You will be blown away by this one-man band and his apple ibook as he spins his original tunes. When I was originally introduced to him I was infatuated by his cleverness and soulful, rich voice. We are really lucky this Manhattanite is visiting our city, get out and represent.



"You push, I'll go. You'll push, I'll go."
www.mocacleveland.org

Spring Style Ahead

As I crept home Friday evening, in the huge snow storm, I was stopped at a red light and couldn't help but notice the bright-hued spring fashions in the window of Dots. To be honest, I haven't been in Dots in a few years but as the snow fell I was somehow drawn into the store like a mosquito to a bug zapper.

Founded in a Cleveland suburb in 1987 Dots prides itself on affordable, fun fashions. The bright colors, funky patterns and young styles awakened my style sense and gave hope through this snow storm that spring was quickly approaching. After looking through racks and racks of ruffled shirts, graphic tee's and jeans galore, I choose a long-length, cap-sleeved, tangerine t-shirt...the perfect bathing suit cover-up for only $15!



Next time your craving a spring wardrobe pick me up..or just something bright to shine through the snow stop by Cleveland based, Dots! www.dots.com

Cleveland FIlm Fest (3/6-16)

Thursday March 6th - Sunday March 16th, 2008

The films are coming! The films are coming! This weeks marks the beginning of the 32nd Cleveland International Film Festival. So many great flicks and not enough vacation days to take off for every show. Below are a few of the films on my "must-see" list. Get your tickets early these shows are sure to sell out!

PRICELESS : Directed by Pierre Salvadori
Ah, life among the jet set on the French Riviera. A whirlwind of parties, shopping, champagne, and caviar. Nice work if you can get it, which gorgeous young party girl, Irene (Audrey Tautou of “Amelie” and “The DaVinci Code.”), certainly can. Jean is one of the have-nots, a mild-mannered bartender in one of the chicest hotels who takes on all the little jobs he can find for the cash. Crazy rich ladies hire him to walk their dogs; sad drunks tell him their stories in the bar late at night. When Irene and Jean’s paths cross, he fakes being a millionaire. Eventually, though, they find they have something in common; a lack of personal finances and a taste for the good life. When Jean begins to take tips from Irene, he soon finds it’s much easier to escort older ladies than to wait on them. In French with English subtitles. Saturday, March 15 at 7:15pm



AMERICAN TEEN : Directed by Nanette Burstein
A huge hit at the recent Sundance Film Festival, winning the Documentary Directing Award for director Nanette Burstein. Burstein spent the 2005-2006 school year shooting footage of seniors at Warsaw Community High School in Indiana. Her film chronicles some of their hopes and lots of their fears as they navigate the tricky waters of small-town high school life and impending adulthood. AMERICAN TEEN is not your grandma’s talking-heads documentary. Burstein uses brilliant animated sequences to express the kids’ fantasy lives, plus a pop soundtrack, voiceovers and graphic collages in the style of MTV’s “Laguna Beach.” It’s a new style of documentary for a new generation totally at home in front of the camera. Sunday, March 16 at 7:00pm

WORLD'S BEST COMMERCIALS!
Ballets have “The Nutcracker.“ Classical theaters have “A Christmas Carol.“ The CIFF has “World’s Best Commercials.“ Buy your ticket early. This one always sells out. Friday, March 14 at 12:00pm

Advanced ticket prices for most films are $9 per film for CFS members and $11 for non-members. Day-of-show ticket prices are $10 for CFS members and $12 for non-members. Tickets are available online, by telephone (1-866-865-FILM),or at the CIFF store in the lobby of Tower City Cinemas. For more information on the 290+ films that will be shown at the Cleveland International Film Festival, log on to www.clevelandfilm.org.

Network @ BYOB (3/12)

Wednesday, March 12th, 2008

The Rocky River Chamber of Commerce Women in Business Committee invites you,your associates, friends & family to the 2nd annual B.Y.O.B. (Bring Your Own Brush!) at Tomorrow’s Hair Salon. RSVP today as spaces are filling up fast!

Indulge in some chic cocktails & munchies while the Tomorrow's team fill you in on what is happening with their successful, growing, women-owned Rocky River business. Explore the world of specialty salon services such as pedicure’s, waxing, and more. Enjoy discounted pricing on most products, including their fabulous makeup line, and walk away with a killer gift bag of goodies, mini-samples, and discount coupons.

If you'd like, bring your own products and equipment (flat iron, blow dryer, curlers, clips, etc.) for a one-on-one session to update your look or make your style fresher, funkier, quicker-whatever your goals are, the stylists at Tomorrow’s Salon are there to help.

It may not be golf, but hanging out at the salon is a wonderful way to network, so plan to join us. Bring your business cards! RSVP to the Chamber office at 440.331.1140 or info@rockyriverchamber.com by Friday March 7, 2008. The cost is just $5 for Rocky River Chamber members & their employees and $10 for non-members. This is a great opportunity to invite your daughters, granddaughters, or nieces to hear an inspiring story for a successful women business owner.

Orchid Mania (2/09-3/09)

Why are orchids so alluring? Is it their endless color combinations? Their heady scents? Their sensuous shapes? Orchid Mania is Cleveland Botanical Garden's annual ode to nature's most exotic plant. Escape winter and surround yourself with hundreds of colorful, blooming orchids.

Throughout time, orchids have seduced people with their unrivaled beauty and intoxicating fragrances. Orchid collectors have searched to unlock the secrets of orchids in the remotest forest regions of the earth. Come see "The Seductive Orchid" presented in a variety of beautiful and mesmerizing ways.



Cleveland Botanical Garden in University Circle
11030 East Boulevard Cleveland, Ohio 216.721.1600 or 888.853.7091
All Orchid Mania exhibits are FREE with general admission.
www.cbgarden.org

Chanel anyone? (2/11)

Monday, February 11th, 2008

If you are coming down off a high from last weeks, Fashion Week, here is a little something to keep you going until the fall shows.

Saks Fifth Avenue at Beachwood Mall invites you to preview the Spring 2008 Ready-to-Wear & Accessories Collections by CHANEL. The trunk show will include informal modeling throughout the entire store and light refreshments from 10am to 5pm.

If you aren't ready for such an "investment" you may just want to pickup a bottle of Chanel #5. In an interview given at the airport in Japan, Marilyn Monroe told reporters that all she wore in bed was a few drops of N°5. It's a classic scent that will never go out of style, no matter what season it is...right Marilyn?



For more information on the trunk show or to purchase a bottle of parfum, contact Saks General Manager, Ina Levinson by calling 216.292.5500 Ext. 359 Beachwood Mall, 26100 Cedar Road or visit www.saksfifthavenue.com

Makeover with M•A•C (1/17-19)

January 17th through the 19th, 2008

Stop by the M•A•C counter at Beachwood Mall this weekend for a complimentary makeover featuring M•A•C's most recent collection, The "N Collection." This collection of makeup highlights the simple and pearlized shades of their mineral skin finish collection.

For all us Cleveland make up junkies, it's a great way to sample the new makeup colors and products as we plan for our spring styles.

Call your the M•A•C counter to book your appointment today.
M•A•C @ Beachwood Place, 216.378.2121 10am-6pm

Tremont Art Walk & Live Music (1/11)

Friday, January 11th, 2008

It's the second Friday of the month so head down to Tremont for the monthly Art Walk. Tremont has thrived and grown through the years. Today the neighborhood has many more attractions to bring visitors and residents, with many new galleries and retail stores, as well as fine restaurants and local pubs, there is something for all. www.tremontartwalk.org

Also, head over to Prosperity Social Club for the intoxicating sounds of MARTINI FIVE-O at 10PM bring your party pants and dancing shoes and stay late for Audio Spectrums DJ Dance Party (12:30-2:00am!) The kitchen is also open until 2am in case you get hungry from all the action. www.prosperitysocialclub.com

Detroit Shoreway Shopping, Sipping & Snacking

It is as chic as a small neighborhood in Chicago...

If you haven't driven down Detroit Ave in Cleveland (Detroit Shoreway Neighborhood) as of late you are missing the most up and coming strip of stores known to the city. In partnership with the City of Cleveland's Community Development Office, Detroit Shoreway offers the Storefront Renovation Program for commercial tenants (with building owner's approval.) This partnership is drawing many inspired small business owners.

Though there are many stores popping up, TWO of them truly stand out!



Room Service : 6505 Detroit Ave., is a chic home-decor/gift/furniture store that owner Danielle DeBoe describes as "a harmonious juxtaposition between old and new." Sleek, contemporary furniture is mixed with high-end, hip gift items and a smattering of antiques.



Duo Home : 6507 Detroit Ave., is a combo interior design business and shop featuring eclectic, contemporary yet organic home decor and furniture items.

Also, while you are in the neighborhood make sure to stop into Gypsy Beans & Baking Co. (6425 Detroit Avenue) for a hot cup-of-joe and some of their amazing homemade bakery. Indulge in some of their most savored bakery items such as the Amazon Chili Pepper Brownies, the Chocolate Truffle Tartlet in a Salted Shortbread Crust and the White Chocolate Iced Layer cake with a Honey Lavender Syrup. www.gypsybeans.com

Holiday Auction (12/8)

Saturday, December 8th, 2007

Craving some action when it comes to bargain hunting? Head over to the Cleveland Auction Companys (formerly Davis Crawford Auctions) Holiday Fine Art & Antique Auction. Doors open at 9:00am, Auction begins at 11:00am. Come early to preview some of the areas best treasures including some great mid-century modern pieces (Eames anyone?) to unique Victorian Jewelry. Come early for a number and the best seat in the house. If you can’t make it downtown, log onto www.cleveauction.com for online bidding.



For additional information on the items available visit www.cleveauction.com or swing by the auction house for an auction catalog at 3910 Lorain Ave. Cleveland, Ohio 44113.

Cosmic "Christmas" Collectibles

Vintage bulbs, feathery trees, sparkly ornaments and lots of vintage glitz and glamour await your discovery at Lakewood's finest vintage home furnishings and accessories store, Cosmic Collectibles.

Formerly located on Madison Avenue, this store has a charming home on Detroit Avenue, right next to Aladdin's Eatery. The storefront on this bustling section of Detroit takes you back to fifties Lakewood with its wonderfully decorated vintage holiday window displays. This boutique continues to offer quality and reasonably priced mid-century modern furniture finds, shabby chic treasures including lighting and clothing and the perfect assortment of tiny treasures of now!

For store hours give Robyn a call at 216.221.1085

Unique "Artsy" Gifts (12/1)

Saturday, December 1st, 2007

In Cleveland we are sure of two things; one, a very cold winter (with wind chills below zero) and two, a weekend in December where amazing artists come out to share their wealth of artistic passions for shoppers young and old to enjoy and buy. Below are the top three weekend art extravaganzas in town. In all cases arrive early with cash on hand. There is sure to be something for everyone on your list.

BAZARRE BIZARRE
Every year since 2001, the Bazaar Bizarre has brought together avant-garde knitters, hipster t-shirt printers, vinyl melters, and other makers of objets d'adorable. At last year's Bazaar many Clevelanders finished their Christmas shopping in record time, pawed covetously at a purse shaped like a turtle, ran into long lost friends, chatted up the author of a favorite web comic, and misplaced our friends again in the throngs of craft-hungry shoppers.

The 2007 Cleveland’s Bazaar Bizarre will take place from noon to 9:00 p.m. in the storefront of the Sincere Building on corner of East 4th and Prospect Avenue.
For more info on the Bazarre Bizarre visit www.bazaarbizarre.org



ART CRAFT BUILDING HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE & SALE
Not only is this space a very cool destination for an art show & sale, it is home to over 20 resident working artists.

The artists of the ArtCraft Building invite you to join them in their studios for the annual holiday sale of their work. They will be joined by more than 40 additional artists. This is a fine collection of emerging, established and eclectic artists celebrating the 20th annual Holiday Open Studio.

This show is open on Saturday from 12-9 p.m. and Sunday from 12-5 p.m.
The ArtCraft Building is located at 2570 Superior Ave. There is ample parking in the well-lit and secure lot behind the building, as well as on Superior Ave.
For more information on this show visit www.artistsofcleveland.com/artcraft.htm


CLEVELAND INSTITUTE OF ART, STUDENT SHOW & SALE

This truly is a one-of-a-kind show. Filled with the most hip and fresh finds in town, be sure not too miss it! Shop for truly unique holiday gifts made by CIA students...in their spare time.

The sale will be held in the Ohio Bell Auditorium. Open on Saturday from 10-8 p.m. and Sunday from 12-5 p.m, with a preview evening event Friday, from 6-8 p.m.
For additional information about this show visit www.cia.edu

Powder Yourself Pretty (12/1)

Saturday, December 1st, 2007

The Powder Room Boutique at Eaton Chagrin Boulevard, Opening Party

Discover a destination for professional makeup application, brow sculpting, specialized facial treatments and a boutique filled with unique products. Stop by for a nibble and bubbly drink to celebrate the opening of this new "product junkies" paradise.

The celebration will be hopping from 6-9pm. For directions to The Powder Room at Eaton visit www.etonchagrinblvd.com

Explore Coventry Village

A few weekends ago, I had the pleasure of spending an entire Saturday evening with my good friend, exploring a few of the funky places located within the east side, boho-chic neighborhood...Coventry Village.

We had dinner at the Mint Cafe (www.mintcafe.org) which included Thai Basil Chicken (extra spicy) and a tropical Mai Tai. The cafe offers dishes from Thailand, all prepared with the leanest cuts of meat, balanced with fresh veggies and spices. Reservations are recommended but only for a parties of two or more.

While we were waiting for our table at The Mint, we stopped into the newer location of Big Fun. Here we were treated to a little magic/card show while we shopped for humorous greeting cards, retro figurines (including E.T., Mr. T, Rambo, The Brady Bunch and Star Wars) and many novelties...candy necklace anyone? For store information, including special holiday hours, call 216.371.4386.

After Big Fun we explored City Buddha (www.citybuddha.com). This store is located in what used to be the Food Co-op, but they have transformed it into a magical shopping destination. Here we bought a wooden ring and a beaded change purse. You could also pick up some amazing silk pillows or bamboo bowls, either would make for great holiday gifts.

After shopping and dinner...but right before dancing the night away at the B-Side... we stopped into the newest location of Phoenix Coffee (old Caribou Coffee) for a cup of caffeine to keep us going strong. We sat in some impeccable vintage upholstered chairs and experienced some truly unique people watching.

Our last stop for the evening, and main reason for our visit (thanks for the invite B&D!) was a concert at the B-Side (www.bsideliquorlounge.com) located at the top of the street. This lounge club is open every night of the week, and offers a diverse range of sights and sounds. Depending on the evening, you may hear neo soul, electro house, mashed up hip-hop or even indie dance rock, but this evening we were there to see Baby DayLiner (www.babydayliner.com) a super 'danceable' one man band. He was awesome!

All in all the evening in Coventry was great...I sort of felt like I had taken a mini-trip out of town, when I had only been a few minutes away from home. For more information on the tastes, shops and sounds of Coventry, visit www.coventryvillage.org

Thankful for Cleveland (11/22)

I am thankful for lots of things in Cleveland...but here are just a few of them.

> LAKE ERIE. I think we are all so lucky to live close to a real great lake.
Whether it’s spending the day paddling on kayaks or a lazy beach day at Huntington, Lake Erie makes Cleveland a great place to live.

> FAMILY & FRIENDS. The people of Cleveland welcome all with open arms. The Midwest attitude and way of living is the best of the best. From those that are born and raised "Clevelanders" to the many transplants, the area is filled with many interesting diverse individuals, which makes our city a great place to call home.

> THE WEST SIDE MARKET. What better place to go on an early Saturday morning then the Market? Filled with fresh veggies, unique cheeses and the ever popular Ohio City Pasta, it makes for a wonderful weekly shopping extravaganza. The Market makes Cleveland shopping special. Take a trip there to shop for your holiday feasts!

> VINTAGE FINDS. Unlike other cities, we are lucky to have our fair share of fruitful vintage and resale shops to choose from. Stop by half price Monday at Unique Thrift on Lorain or spend a long Saturday morning exploring Chelsea's Vintage Clothing. It's all about the deals, the special acquisitions and the one-of-a-kind scores. Believe it or not, our city is lucky to have such an assortment of vintage vendors nearby.

>SPORTS. What more is there to say other than Go Brownies! Rise Up Cavs! It's Tribe Time Now! Clevelanders should be thankful for our amazing triad of athletic teams that call Cleveland home. Let's go Cleve-Land!

>THE METROPARKS. Home to the best running and biking trails in Northeast Ohio, the Metroparks are a wonderful place to get moving or slow down, all while taking note of the beautiful natural surroundings. From winter to summer and back around to fall, the scenery and many activities that the Metropark system has to offer are extreme...there really is something for everyone. We are lucky to have such an active park system right in our backyard. Enjoy!

> PLAYHOUSE SQUARE. Cleveland is truly blessed to have such a solid foundation in the arts. With the largest theatre district between NYC and LA, the theatres welcome millions of patrons each year. From comedy and kids’ series to dance and musical performances, Cleveland’s true performance powerhouse offers plenty of live entertainment to choose from.

> CORNER BARS (& late night dance parties). Like most cities there are the local neighborhood bars, but no other city can compare to the numerous little watering holes our fair city has to offer. Whether you are looking for a place to sit and chat with friends, dance the night away to a great band or catch a game on the big screens, it's not hard to find a seat at a friendly little place around the corner.

I am thankful for all that Cleveland has to offer us, I hope you are too!

Holiday Shopping Kick Off (11/16-17)

Friday, November 16th & Saturday, November 17th, 2007

This year’s Poinsettia Place event will feature fabulous vendors, a new Treasures in the Attic sale and other fantastic events including a sumptuous luncheon, exclusive Ladies Night Out cocktail party and a wonderful tea party. This year’s boutique is bigger and better than ever, so stop by to purchase one-of-kind gifts for everyone on your holiday list.

The JLC is an organization of women committed to promoting voluntarism, developing the potential of women, and to improving the community through the effective action and leadership of trained volunteers. Its purpose is exclusively educational and charitable. Proceeds from this event will go to support the many projects of The JLC, including our Community Projects: Be Fit Be Fine Community Forum, Cleveland Children’s Museum, Food is Knowledge, Hitchcock Center for Women and The JLC Scholarship Fund.

Poinsettia Place, sponsored by the Junior League of Cleveland. Shaker Heights Country Club, 3300 Courtland Blvd, Cleveland, Ohio 44122 For further information please call League House, 216.231.6300 ext. 2 or visit www.jlcleveland.org

Martini's & Manicures at Mercury (11/15, 22, 29)

Every Thursday Night in November

After a stressful day, swing by the swanky Mercury Lounge located on West Sixth in the Cleveland Warehouse District for a wicked Thursday Night deal. From 9-11pm, Dino Palmeri Salon is offering manicures at the bar, while all night you can grab $4 Martinis & Cocktails, $3 Glasses of champagne and $2 Domestics. PLUS 2 for 1 shots!

The Mercury Lounge offers an alternative to typical club going. "Mercury" is host to some of Cleveland’s finest dance, hip hop and electro-pop music. Come enjoy an award winning cocktails amidst the vibrant crowd.

1392 W 6th St. Cleveland, OH 44113 (216) 566-8840. For more information on free manicure nights, visit www.themercurylounge.com

Free Boys Haircut (11)

November, 2007

Through the month of November, grab your little boys (whether son, nephew or some ratty kid on your street) and bring them over to Dante Lucci Salon in Rocky River where they are offering complimentary boys haircuts through the end of the month.



If you can't find a boy to bring, make sure to schedule your holiday updos with Ms. Tiffani or a perfect glittery manicure with Ms. Jessica.

To make your appointment call 440.221.7222 or visit www.danteluccisalon.com for more information.

Juliette Lewis Sings (11/13)

Tuesday, November 13th, 2007

If you love Juliette Lewis like I do...think Kalifornia...then you can't miss her Cleveland musical debut, Juliette and the Licks. The sensual performer who earned an Oscar nomination for her role in Cape Fear is a hot, lycra-clad, ball of energy on stage.

"The prototype for a female is that they're desirable, pretty to look at, predictable and safe," says Juliette. "That's what my music is so important to me, because it's the antithesis of that, it breaks the mould." Such statement should come as little surprise to anyone who has been caught up in the full heat and sweat of a a "Licks live performance, which has seen Juliette continuing to emanate the same energy and disregard for convention like she's done her whole life.



Agora theatre, 5000 Euclid Ave. Cleveland OH. Show starts at 8:00pm. Tickets $12. For additional band information visit www.julietteandthelicks.com . For times and ticket information visit www.clevelandagora.com

"B." and the "Mani's"

Barbara Fazio, makeup artist extraordinaire and fellow small business owner has just informed me of her latest addition to her sassy Clifton Blvd. Salon...$15 manicures..."just like those on the streets of Manhattan," exclaimed Barbara! Also the "bloom" cosmetic line has arrived (straight from Australia) just in time for the holidays. Stop in to explore the array of chic products.

To book an appointment at B. Fazio Salon (including holiday hair & makeup) call 216.529.6050. To view some of Ms. Fazio's work visit www.bfazio.com and for the latest in skin care and cosmetics visit www.bloomcosmetics.com

The Fabulous Food Show (11/9-11)

Friday, November 9th through the 11th

Also known as "The Giada Show!"

If you're in love with the art of food and want to learn the latest cooking techniques from world class chefs including the ever popular " Giada De Laurentiis," collect new recipes, taste as well as purchase great food and wines, then don't miss the Fabulous Food Show - the Midwest's premier culinary event of the year!



Event Hours of Operation: 
• Friday, November 9th - 10:00am - 8:00pm
• Saturday, November 10th - 10:00am - 8:00pm
(Giada's on @ 10:30am, 1:00 & 6:30pm)
• Sunday, November 11th – 10:00am – 6:00pm
(Giada's on @ 11:00am – 2:45pm)

For more information on showtimes and ticket information visit www.fabulousfoodshow.com

McNamara | Troy arrive in LA (10/30)

Tuesday, October 30th, 2007

nip/tuck's fifth season continues where season four left off: following the divorce from Julia, Sean sold his half of McNamara/Troy and departed Miami for Los Angeles. Christian, who ended his engagement to Michelle (Sanaa Lathan), soon followed - thus relocating McNamara/Troy to the West Coast.


Tuesday, October 30th, 2007

Tuesday at 10pm on FX. For show information visit fxnetworks.com