August 16, 2008
Freedom Seekers' Camp
What: Learn about Cleveland's part in the Underground railroad and lear about the city's anti-slavery past with crafts, stories, singing and dancing, a freedom walk, and more.
Where: Cozad-Bates House, University Circle
Time: noon - 4pm
Cost: free; call 216 231-0301 for details.

August 16, 2008
Green Energy Expo
What: Learn more about renewable energy, energy efficiency, recycling, and sustainability in this regional event.
Where: John S. Knight Center, 77 E Mill St., Akron
Time: 10am - 5pm
Cost: free

August 17, 2008
Foreigner
What: See the classic rock and roll band perform.
Where: House of Blues, East Fourth Street, Cleveland
Time: 9pm
Cost: $35

August 18 - 24, 2008
Lorain County Fair
What: see the animals, produce, food, rides, entertainment, and more.
Where: Lorain County Fairgrounds, Fairgrounds Rd., off US 18, Wellington
Time: 730am - 10pm
Cost: Adults $4, seniors free.

August 19, 2008
Blue Lunch Band Concert
What: Hear "Blue Lunch" perform blues, jazz, and swing music; visitors are encouraged to bring a picnic.
Where: Garfield Monument lawn, Lake View Cemetery, Cleveland
Time: 730pm
Cost: free

August 21, 2008
WMVX 106.5 Free Listener Lunch
What: Enjoy a free lunch of hot dogs and chips as well as giveways and a live radio remote.
Where: Star Plaza in downtown Cleveland
Time: 1130am - 130pm
Cost: free

August 22, 2008
Nine Inch Nails
What: See Akron native, Trent Reznor and his band perform.
Where: Quicken Loans Arena
Time: 7pm
Cost: Varies

August 22, 2008
Old Village Market
What: Enjoy music, food, arts and crafts, kids activities, and more
Where: James A. Garfield National Historic Site, 8095 Mentor Ave., Mentor
Time: 4pm - 8pmp
Cost: free

August 23, 2008
Urban Authors: Sherrie Walker
What: Meet local author, Sherrie Walker for a special book talk about her first novel, "Mistress of the Game."
Where: East 131st Street Branch Library, 3830 East 131st St., Cleveland
Time: 2pm - 3pm
Cost: free

August 24, 2008
Kate Voegele
What: See the popular singer/songwriter perform.
Where: House of Blues, East Fourth Stree, Cleveland
Time: 830pm
Cost: $15

August 24, 2008
Styx
What: See the popular 70s band perform.
Where: House of Blues, East Fourth Street, Cleveland
Time: 830pm
Cost: $35

August 26, 2008
Alice Cooper
What: See the legendary rocker perform.
Where: Lakewood Civic Auditorium, Franklin Ave., Lakewood
Time: TBA
Cost: Varies

August 28 - September 1, 2008
Geauga County Fair
What: See the animals, the rides, the food, and the music.
Where: Geauga County Fairgrounds, 14373 N Cheshire St., Burton
Time: 8am - midnight
Cost: Adults $6, Children 12 and under are free

August 29 - September 1, 2008
St. John Cantius Polish Festival
What: Enjoy traditional Polish food, live music and dancing, and fun.
Where: St. John Cantius Church, 906 College Ave., Tremont
Time: Friday, 5pm - 11pm; Saturday, 3pm - 11pm; Sunday 3pm - 10pm
Cost: free; call 216 781-9095 for information

August 29 - September 1, 2008
Taste of Cleveland
What: Enjoy samples from 30 different area restaurants as well as live music, children's activities, and fun.
Where: Time-Warner Cable Amphitheater, Cleveland
Time: Varies
Cost: $7 for adults; children under 12 are free

August 29 - September 1, 2007
Labor Day Oktoberfest
What: Enjoy German food, music, dance, beer, shopping, and fun.
Where: Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds, Berea
Time: Friday, 5pm - 11pm; Saturday and Sunday, noon - 11pm; Monday, noon - 9pm
Cost: Adults $8, Children 12 and under are free; free parking

August 31, 2008
Port Fest of Cleveland
What: Celebrate Cleveland's waterfront with trolley tours of the port, opportunity to board visiting Tall Ships, and a host of activities for all ages.
Where: Port of Cleveland, Dock 28 (behind Northwest Gate of Cleveland Browns Stadium)
Time: 10am - 6pm
Cost: free

A reasonable effort is made to make sure all event information is accurate, but times and events are subject to change.

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