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November is the start of holiday events and festivities, Thanksgiving, and a host to many art, music, and theater events. Learn all about the interesting things to do this month. Below is a list (in date order) of exhibits, concerts, book signings, wine tastings, and more. The list is updated regularly.

If you have an event you'd like to add, please send me the information at cleveland@aboutguide.com. Have an enjoyable month!

Through November 3, 2012
Les Misantrophes
What: See the powerful stage play by Moliere
Where: Cleveland Play House, , Helen Rosefield Lewis Bialowsky Theatre, Playhouse Square, Cleveland
Time: Varies
Cost: Varies

Through December 12, 2012
Grateful Dead: A Long, Strange Trip
What: Explore this exhibit about the iconic band. Exhibits include instruments, costumes, artwork and more.
Where: Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Cleveland
Time: Varies
Cost: Varies

Through January 6, 2013
Frogs: A Chorus of Color
What: Explore the world of frogs, including 70 live frogs from around the globe.
Where: Great Lakes Science Center, Cleveland
Time: Varies
Cost: Varies

Through January 21, 2013
Mary Cassatt and the Feminine Ideal in 19th century Paris
What: See dozens of paintings by the 19th century Impressionist as well as those of her contemporaries.
Where:Cleveland Museum of Art
Time: Varies
Cost: Varies

November 2 - December 2, 2012
The Whipping Man
What: See the powerful stage play about two slaves and a Jewish confederate soldier.
Where: Cleveland Play House, , Allen Theatre, Playhouse Square, Cleveland
Time: Varies
Cost: Varies

Through January 8, 2012
Chinese Art in an Age of Revolution: Fu Baoshi (1904-1965)
What: See works by one of the most important Chinese artists of the 20th century, many of which have never been seen outside of China.
Where: Cleveland Museum of Art, 11150 East Blvd., Cleveland
Time: Varies
Cost:Adults $8

Through February 26, 2012
Women Who Rock: Vision, Passion, Power
What: Explore this exhibit about the women of rock and roll.
Where: Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Cleveland
Time: Varies
Cost: Varies

Through August 26, 2012
On The Home Front: Civil War Fashions and Domestic Life
What: See dozens of apparel items and accessories from the Civil War era in Northeast Ohio
Where: Kent State University Museum, Kent
Time: Varies
Cost: Varies

November 3, 2012
Scott Hamilton and Friends
What: Enjoy an evening of skating and music with Olympic champion, Scott Hamilton and musical guest, Wynonna Judd.
Where: Quicken Loan Arena, Cleveland
Time: 5pm
Cost: $29.50 - $59.50

November 3, 2012
Downtown Akron Art Walk
What: Explore 23 individual artist galleries, workshops, and music venues in downtown Akron's Northside district.
Where: Downtown Akron's Northside District; a free trolley connects the locations.
Time: 5pm - 9pm
Cost: free

November 6 - 18, 2012
Beauty and the Beast
What: See the popular Disney tale.
Where: Playhouse Square, Cleveland
Time: Varies
Cost: Varies

November 10, 2012
Madonna World Tour 2012
What: Enjoy an evening with the "Material Girl" herself.
Where: Quicken Loan Arena, Cleveland
Time: 8pm
Cost: $45 - $355

November 17, 2012
Hale Harvest Dinner
What: Enjoy a Victorian-style, 1896-era dinner in a charming, historic house with a guest appearance by Abraham Lincoln
Where: Hale Farm and Village, Bath
Time: 330pm - 6pm
Cost: $65; call 330 666-3711 for reservations (required)



A reasonable effort is made to make sure that all event information is accurate. However, details are subject to change.

(last updated 11-01-12)

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