Things to Do This Weekend In Cleveland: Feb. 5-8

Thursday, Feb. 5

Brewmaster's Stash at Great Lakes Brewing Company
On the first Thursday of every month, Great Lakes Brewing Company releases a special small-batch beer selected by the brewmaster. The pub taps the brew for the day and then it's served until it is gone. You can even load up a crowler or growler to take the stuff home if you like. 2516 Market Ave., Cleveland, 216-771-4404, greatlakesbrewing.com

Forecast at Edwin’s Leadership & Restaurant Institute
This group from Cleveland draws jazz, R&B and funk as it plays a mix of originals and covers. It performs at 7 p.m. at Edwin’s Leadership & Restaurant Institute in Cleveland Heights. 12383 Cedar Road, Cleveland Heights, 216-921-333, edwinsrestaurant.org

The Great Big Home + Garden Show at the I-X Center
The 10-day Great Big Home + Garden Show is back at the I-X Center through Feb. 8. It features a whopping 600 exhibits centering on how to "renew, refresh and restore" your home and garden. Landscaping experts will present daily gardening seminars. Check the I X Center website for hours and a complete schedule of happenings. One I-X Center Drive, Cleveland, 216-676-6000, ixcenter.com

Hadelich Plays Mendelssohn at Mandel Concert Hall
Violinist August Hadelich joins the Cleveland Orchestra for this special concert that features pieces by Mendelssohn, Schoenberg and Schubert. The concert begins at 7:30 p.m. at Mandel Concert Hall, where performances repeat on Friday and Saturday. 11001 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, 216-231-1111, clevelandorchestra.com

OPIUO at Globe Iron
A New Zealand native, this producer has churned out electronica hits for more than a decade now. A festival favorite, he's played Lollapalooza, Glastonbury, Electric Forest and Splendor in the Grass. He performs at 7 p.m. at Globe Iron. Parkbreezy and rSUN. open. 2325 Elm St., Cleveland, globeironcle.com

Will Overman at the Treelawn
This singer-songwriter out of Virginia worked with producers Bobby Holland and Brad Sample on his sophomore album, Stranger. His tour in support of the album brings him to the Treelawn on Thursday at 7:30 p.m. 15335 Waterloo Road, Cleveland, 216-677-TREE, thetreelawn.com

Suffs at Connor Palace
The Tony Award-winning musical about women who fight for the right to vote comes to Connor Palace for an extended run. Thursday's show takes place at 7:30 p.m. at Connor Palace, where the play runs through Feb. 22. 1615 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, 216-241-6000, playhousesquare.org

Friday, Feb. 6

Badfish: A Tribute to Sublime: The Blizzy Tour at House of Blues
The Sublime tribute act has started to write original material that draws from rock and reggae. The group has a few singles that it'll incorporate into the mix when it plays Friday at 7 p.m. at House of Blues. 308 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, 216-523-2583, houseofblues.com

Dry Bones Film Screening at Karamu House
This locally produced documentary about a shooting that took place in Elyria in 1975 screens at 5 p.m. on Friday at Karamu House as part of the 5th Annual Film Forward Documentary Spotlight series put on by the Greater Cleveland Film Commission. A talkback with the filmmaker, Dr. Tara Conley, Assistant Professor in the School of Media & Journalism at Kent State University, follows the screening. 2355 E. 89th St., Cleveland, 216-795-7070, clevelandfilm.com

Montgomery Gentry Featuring Eddie Montgomery at MGM Northfield Park
The Southern rock/country group dates back to the late '90s when it formed as a duo. Now, in the wake of the death of founding member Troy Gentry, singer Eddie Montgomery leads the band as a solo act. The group performs at 7:30 p.m. at MGM Northfield Park’s Center Stage. 10705 Northfield Road, Northfield, 330-908-7793, mgmnorthfieldpark.mgmresorts.com

The Heart of Robin Hood at the Hanna Theatre
This retelling of the Robin Hood story will offer "daring feats, electrifying action and a hint of romance," as it's put in a press release about the story that famously takes place in Sherwood Forest. Friday's performance begins at 7:30 p.m. at the Hanna Theatre, where performances continue through Feb. 22. 2067 East 14th St., Cleveland, 216-241-6000, playhousesquare.org

MIX: Peace, Love, and Soul at Cleveland Museum of Art
DJ Kristyles and the Kinsman Dazz Band will be on hand for this edition of MIX, the Cleveland Museum of Art's monthly party. The event serves as a celebration of Black History Month. It begins at 6 p.m. 11150 East Blvd., Cleveland, 216-421-7350, clevelandart.org

Jay Pharoah at Hilarities
When Jay Pharaoh was on Saturday Night Live, he did spot-on, hilarious impersonations of President Obama, Jay Z, Denzel Washington, Kanye West and Daniel Frye. He performs at 6:30 and 9:15 p.m. on Friday and Saturday at Hilarities. 2035 East Fourth St., 216-241-7425, pickwickandfrolic.com

Seussical at Near West Theatre
This musical at Near West Theatre features a cast of young performers ages 9–15. Expect to hear excerpts from stories such as Horton Hears a Who!, The Cat in the Hat and Gertrude McFuzz. Friday's performance takes place at 7:30 p.m., and performances continue through Feb. 22. 6702 Detroit Road, Cleveland, 216-961-6391, nearwesttheatre.org

Saturday, Feb. 7

Bayker Blankenship: The Mile Marker Tour at House of Blues
The up-and-coming country artist performs at 7 p.m. at House of Blues. Singles such as the twangy "My Truck, Some Weed, and a Guitar" and the ballad "Everything She Does" suggest Blankenship's straightforward approach. At only 20, Blankenship does write with a great deal of introspection, but he sings with confidence and comes off as authentic on account of the way he embraces old school country. 308 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, 216-523-2583, houseofblues.com

Carlos Jones & the PLUS Band at Kent Stage
Local reggae icon Carlos Jones brings a summertime vibe to Kent Stage for this show, dubbed Kent Kabin Fever Celebration. Ms. BBC & Di Queendom open the night, and the music begins at 7:30 p.m. 175 E. Main St., Kent, 330-677-5005, kentstage.org

Mardi Gras Party with Mo’ Mojo at Music Box Supper Club
This local band that effortlessly plays alt-country and zydeco is the perfect group to host a Mardi Gras party at Music Box Supper Club. Band leader Jen Maurer sings and plays accordion; she's led the group since its formation in the '90s. The concert begins at 7:30 p.m. 1148 Main Ave., Cleveland, 216-242-1250, musicboxcle.com

Mr. Jeff at Akron Civic Theatre
The local musician and educator known for making kids' music that appeals to listeners of all ages comes to the Akron Civic Theatre's Knight Stage. The show begins at 2:30 p.m. 182 South Main St., Akron, 330-253-2488, akroncivic.com

Ninajirachi at Globe Iron
With the release of last year's I Love My Computer, Australia's Ninajirachi garnered all kinds of praise in her homeland. It received several ARIA nominations and launched her as a national act. Songs such as the undulating "London Song" feature sophisticated production and recall the best drum and bass from the '90s. The show starts at 7 p.m. at Globe Iron. 2325 Elm St., Cleveland, globeironcle.com

Tesla at MGM Northfield Park
The hard rock band tunes up for its summer tour with Mötley Crüe with this club gig at MGM Northfield Park’s Center Stage. The concert begins at 8 p.m. 10777 Northfield Road, Northfield, 330-908-7625, mgmnorthfieldpark.mgmresorts.com

Valentine’s Market at Mahall’s 20 Lanes
More than 20 vendors will be on hand for this event at Mahall's 20 Lanes in Lakewood that'll feature everything from candles to vintage clothes. The club's bar and kitchen will be open, and admission is free. The event runs from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. 13200 Madison Ave., Lakewood, 216-521-3280, mahalls20lanes.com

Sunday, Feb. 8

Close Encounters: Taplin Quartet performs From East to West at Dunham Tavern
The locally based Taplin Quartet plays music by Debussy and Lei Liang at this special classical concert that takes place at 3 p.m. at Dunham Tavern. 6709 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, 216-431-1060, dunhamtavern.org

Primary Trust at the Outcault Theatre
The Cleveland Play House presents this play about a guy who loses his job and "discovers new beginnings" as a result. Sunday's performance takes place at 2 p.m. at the Outcault Theatre, where performances continue through March 1. 1407 Euclid Ave, Cleveland, 216-241-6000, playhousesquare.org

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