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Walk the Westside Fundraiser | 59 things to do this weekend

Good morning, Buzz Nation!

Fall is here, the leaves are turning, the air is cooling, and every abandoned strip mall is transforming into a Spirit Halloween. Some things in life are temporary. The Buzz isn’t one of them.

Here’s what we’ve got cooking today:

  • 🚶 Jodie and I are walking 20 miles for charity

  • 🍻 Mosaic Brewing brings rooftop views to Tremont

  • 🎃 Bay Middle School is launching pumpkins like it’s medieval times

See you out there, Westsiders.

—The Briggses

The Westside Buzz Bee break

WALK THE WESTSIDE

We can’t believe the day is almost here. We are equal parts excited and nervous to see how tomorrow goes.

To recap, if you’re new here—Jodie and I are walking from The Rock Hall to Veterans Memorial Park (Avon Point) tomorrow, Saturday, October 4, at 8 AM.

Why? Well…I thought it would be fun, and Jodie is down for anything, so she agreed.

Buzz Nation suggested we do it for charity. After leaving it up to a vote, you all chose Laura’s Home Women’s Crisis Center and City Dogs of Cleveland to receive an equal split of the money raised.

Boy, have you all delivered! We have currently raised over $4,500.

We want to continue the thank yous to Tyler Betts, Sarah Rose, Margaret Greenwood, Susan Withers, Chelsea Sabo, Lorna Springer, Laura Murru, Emily McIlvaine, Mary Van Bergen, Ian Malpass, Briana Patterson, Lisa Krause, Cheryl Cannon, Stephanie Barry, Sarah Wagner, Lee Ann Berlyoung, Jeff Briggs, Radiant Electric Heat, Jennifer Franko, Cory Muscara (our resident mindfulness expert), Erica Okulovich, Loft 40, Colby Nelson & Dezenhall Resources, Ryan Kelly, Laurie Campbell, Perry Bruno, Stephanie Termine, Elaine Engel, Caitlin Somerville, Chelsey Bower, Scott & Toniann Gipson, Tania Benites, Bridget Bringman, Katie Kelly, Claudia Dillinger, Josie Hyland of Josie Bakes, Christine Gray, Debbie Gizzi, Dan & Kim Wenzel, Lee Glover, Dr. Ronald Kolodziej, Morgan Reminder, Brandon Bower, Evan Steele, Matt Hartman, Jenny & Drew McIntyre, & Tony Cianciolo.

So here is the route:

FIRST LEG

Leave Rock Hall 8 AM —> Arrive Brewnuts 9:30 AM

SECOND LEG

Leave Brewnuts 9:45 AM —> Arrive Around the Corner 12 PM

THIRD LEG

Leave Around the Corner 12:15 PM —> Arrive Chatty’s Pizza 2:45 PM

FINAL LEG

Leave Chatty’s 3 PM —> Arrive Veterans Memorial Park 5 PM

This is all estimated, so if you'd like to join or follow along, we will be posting live updates on our Instagram!

The Westside Buzz Bee break

MARK YOUR CALENDARS

Golden Tickets Aren’t Just for Willy Wonka 📍 Lakewood

The annual Lakewood Chocolate Walk takes over Downtown on Thursday, October 23, from 6—9 PM, where just 350 lucky ticket-holders get to stroll through 20+ “Sweet Stops,” each serving up a one-of-a-kind chocolate creation.

VIPs get early access to a decadent reception with wine, beer, and artisan treats, but whether you snag General Admission or VIP, act fast—this event sells out faster than Augustus Gloop floating down a chocolate river.

WESTSIDE POUR OVER

Cleveland: Here’s something you don’t hear every day—a Starbucks is closing. The Playhouse Square location is closing as part of a nationwide initiative to improve financial performance and maintain store experience.

Ohio City: The Pierogi Bucket is serving up flash-fried, bite-sized potato-and-cheddar pierogies by the bucket (with sauces like garlic parmesan and ranch) for pickup at the new Roundstone Pavilion. We can’t wait to try the kielbasa ‘rogis!

Bay Village: Bay Middle School’s seventh annual Punkin’ Chunkin’ takes flight Oct. 9 at Cahoon Park, where sixth-graders launch pumpkins with homemade slingshots, catapults, and trebuchets. *The winners get to launch pumpkins at their least favorite neighbor’s house.

*I totally made this up. The Westside Buzz does not condone punkins' being chucked at people or property.

COMMUNITY BLEND

Historical Landmark Preservation 📍 Avon Lake

Members of the Avon Lake Historical Society's "artifacts committee" [Chronicle Telegram]

The Avon Lake Historical Society has officially designated the former Avon Lake Power Plant’s aircraft warning beacon as a historical landmark. This 80-pound beacon once kept pilots safe by marking the towering smokestacks that stood guard along the lakeshore.

As ALHS President Tony Tomanek put it: “That makes it not just a piece of equipment, but a truly rare and valuable connection to our community’s industrial heritage.”

NEW BUSINESS

Cleveland’s Newest Rooftop Patio 📍 Tremont

Cleveland has one of the most underrated skylines in the country. The problem? We don’t have many rooftops where you can actually enjoy it.

That’s why Mosaic Brewing feels like a big deal. Opening October 17th in Tremont, they’ve transformed the old Cleveland Marble Mosaic Co. building into a new community hub—complete with a rooftop patio that finally gives us the skyline views we deserve.

Expect 28 taps (beer, coffee, cocktails), plus paninis, pizzas, and shareables that will keep you hanging out well past sunset. Event rentals kick off in November, which means Cleveland will soon have a new go-to spot for celebrating anything worth celebrating.

Bookworms Rejoice 📍 Strongsville

A brand-new Barnes & Noble is swooping in to fill the literary gap left behind by the long-gone Borders.

Slated to open in 2026, this will be the chain’s sixth Northeast Ohio location—taking over the former Bed Bath & Beyond space right across from SouthPark Mall. Soon, instead of picking out shower curtains, you’ll be picking out your next great read.

WHAT’S HAPPENING, WESTSIDERS?


👨‍👩‍👧‍👦=Family Friendly

Friday, October 3rd

The Tipsy Swiftie: Pop-Up Bar (Runs til Sunday)
Great Lakes Brewing Co., Ohio City | Friday/Saturday 11:30 AM – 10 PM, Sunday 11 AM - 5 PM

GLBC goes full sequins with a Taylor-inspired pop-up weekend. Sip themed cocktails, snack on brewpub favorites, and toast to the new album release. No reservations, first-come first-served.

Showgirl | Mirrorball Sip & Paint Workshop
Little Birdie Wine Nest, Parma | 6 – 8 PM

Paint your own disco-inspired masterpiece in this beginner-friendly workshop. Choose your design, add glittery extras, and sip a complimentary drink while channeling Taylor’s new showgirl era.

The Life of a Showgirl Bouquet Workshop
Evangeline & Co., Lakewood | 6 – 8 PM

Craft a seasonal bouquet in a hands-on workshop, then celebrate Taylor’s album release with a glittery listening party. Flowers, music, and sparkle all in one night. Bloom with the beat

MIX: Viva la Fiesta
Cleveland Museum of Art, University Circle | 6 – 10 PM

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with Latin jazz, DJ sets, themed cocktails, and a chance to explore works by Latin and Hispanic artists in CMA’s galleries. Viva La CLE

Nate Bargatze: Big Dumb Eyes World Tour (Runs til Saturday)
Rocket Arena, Downtown | Friday & Saturday: 7 PM

The Tennessee Kid is back for 2 nights with his low-key delivery, big-dumb observations, and that dry humor that somehow makes the simplest stories hilarious. Get giggling

Nurse Blake: But Did You Die? Comedy Tour
The Agora, Downtown | 8 PM

Nurse Blake brings his unfiltered, laugh-out-loud takes on healthcare and everyday chaos to the stage. Prescribe yourself a laugh

Showgirl Soirée – Taylor Swift Album Release Party
Twist Social Club, Clifton Blvd | 9 PM – 2:30 AM

Sequins, feathers, and Swifties unite. Dance through every era, scream-sing the new album, and sip themed cocktails in this glitter-soaked album release bash.

Saturday, October 4th

Rolling Events: Nate Bargatze 7 PM | The Tipsy Swiftie: Pop-Up Bar 11:30 AM - 10 PM

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 5th Annual Pumpkin Fest with Farm Dog Fresh
5 Points Coffee & Tea, West Park | 9 AM – 2 PM

Pumpkins, mums, apples, and more! West Park turns into a fall wonderland with Farm Dog Fresh and 5 Points Coffee. Add live music, prizes, and coconut helado, and you’ve got autumn magic on the corner.

Vintage Boutique Market (Runs til Sunday)
3800 Lakeside Ave E, Cleveland | 10 AM – 3 PM

Two days of vintage finds, antiques, handmade treasures, and coffee pop-ups inside a sprawling Cleveland warehouse. Make space in your trunk. Find your treasure

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 The Cleveland Market: Fall Edition (Runs til Sunday)
Tyler Village, Cleveland | 10 AM – 4 PM

The ICONIC Cleveland Market returns with a fall spin: 150 + local vendors, seasonal eats, drinks, and plenty of shopping tucked inside the historic Tyler Village. Support local

October Brunch Bingo
Lago East Bank, The Flats | 10:30 AM – 1 PM

Bingo with brunch and bottomless mimosas? Every round’s a winner at Lago’s monthly brunch bingo, complete with a $300 bonus prize. This month’s? A 2 hour bay at Westbank Gold Club. Call your numbers!

BrewDog Cleveland Puppy Yoga
BrewDog, The Flats | 11 AM – 1 PM

Slow-flow yoga plus adoptable puppies equals the happiest Saturday morning you’ll have all fall. Proceeds support local rescues. Downward dog this way

Cleveland VegFest 2025
Lincoln Park, Tremont | 12 – 5 PM

For the first time outdoors, VegFest takes over Lincoln Park with vegan eats, cruelty-free shopping, and activism. No cost to enter, $5 suggested donation.

Cleveland Bobcats: Cats in The Flats Shuffle
Collision Bend Brewing, The Flats | 12 – 5 PM

OU pride hits the Flats as Bobcat fans bar-hop their way through the game against Ball State. Registration opens at 11:30, then it’s time to turn The Flats into Court Street.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 The Ohio City Oktoberfest
Market Square Park, Ohio City | 3 – 8 PM

Raise a stein (or a root beer) at Market Square Park with local brews, Bavarian eats, and games for all ages. Adults can join the stein-holding contest while kids enjoy family-friendly activities, with live polka from Die Unpronounceables keeping the park buzzing.

All Cleveland Fest
Globe Iron, The Flats | 3 PM – 12:30 AM

A one-day festival spotlighting Cleveland’s athletes, artists, and makers, with live performances, murals, and food vendors. Proceeds support the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, so your ticket fuels both music and meals. Info here

Forte: A Night of Sound, Style & Celebration
Severance Music Center, University Circle | 7:30 PM – 12 AM

The Cleveland Orchestra trades symphonies for cocktails and a late-night big band party. Think martinis, music, and Severance transformed into a dance floor. Toast the night


Sunday, October 5th

Rolling Events: 5th Annual Pumpkin Fest with Farm Dog Fresh: 9 AM - 2 PM | The Tipsy Swiftie: Pop-Up Bar: 11 AM - 5 PM | Vintage Boutique Market: 10 AM - 3 PM | The Cleveland Market: Fall Edition: 10 AM - 4 PM |

Blessing of the Pets
Old Stone Church, Public Square | 12 – 2 PM

Bring your furry (or feathered) friends to the steps of Old Stone Church for a special blessing. This annual tradition gives thanks for pets and all creatures great and small, right in the heart of Public Square.

Mean Girls Trivia
Great Lakes Brewing Co., Ohio City | 12 – 2 PM

On Sundays, we wear pink…and play trivia! Test your Burn Book knowledge while sipping themed cocktails and GLBC brews. The limit on teams? Does not exist. You CAN sit with us

Graveyard Shift: Extra Haunted History Tours
Great Lakes Brewing Co., Ohio City | 8 PM / 10 PM

Explore GLBC’s century-old brewpub after dark with a beer in hand and a ghost story (or two). These 90-minute haunted tours include paranormal investigating, chilling Cleveland tales, and a pint glass to take home. Ghosts included

Rood Presents: Corn Daze
The Roxy at Mahall’s, Lakewood | 11 AM – 4 PM

The first-ever Corn Daze brings West Side restaurants together for an afternoon of dishes, drinks, and neighbors—all for a good cause. Tickets are just $10, with 100% of proceeds going to the ALS Association Northern Ohio Chapter. See what’s poppin’

Fall Open House at Studio West Park
Studio West Park, West Park | 12 – 4 PM

Drop by Studio West Park’s fall open house for sample classes, light snacks, and a chance to meet the instructors. Try out yoga, sound baths, and more. No sign-up needed, just bring yourself and maybe a friend!

FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS

🏈 This Week's Games:

Friday, October 3

4:00 PM
Lincoln West (0-2) at Rhodes
Collinwood at John Marshall (1-5)

7:00 PM
Westlake (2-4) at Buckeye
Lakewood (3-3) at Normandy
Rocky River (5-1) at North Olmsted (2-4)
Bay Village (4-2) vs Valley Forge
(Neutral Site) St. Ignatius (1-4) at #3 St. Edward (5-1)
Midview at #2 Avon (5-1)
Avon Lake (3-3) at Olmsted Falls (3-3)
Berea-Midpark at North Ridgeville (5-1)
Fairview (4-2) at Cuyahoga Heights
John Hay (3-3) at University School

Enjoy the games!

🎷 Live Entertainment

Friday

Here Come The Mummies | House of Blues, Cleveland 7 PM
Real Estate: A Celebration Of Atlas | Mahall’s, Lakewood  7 PM
Warmduscher | Mahall’s, Lakewood  7 PM
Joe Rieg and Friends | Front Street Social, Berea 7 PM
Sunday In The Park with George | Hanna Theatre, Playhouse 7:30 PM
Luther Vandross Tribute by The Reid Project | Music Box SC, Flats 7:30 PM
Rikoshay | Tony K’s, Berea  8 PM
Drag Bingo with Veranda L’Ni | Music Box CH, Flats 8 PM
Celebrating a Decade of Coda! FT. Late Braces x Chris Lugo x Scott Hanna  | Coda, 8 PM
George DeLancey Sextet   | The Bop Stop, Cleveland 8 PM
Motley 2 – A Tribute to Motley Crue | The Winchester, Lakewood 8 PM
Follow the Sun | Time Warp Bar, Westlake 9 PM
Keegan Jacko | Welcome to the Farm, Flats 10 PM

Saturday

Rock & Pop Music Camp Recital | The Bop Stop, Cleveland 1 PM
Grunge Fest | House of Blues, Cleveland 7 PM
Steve Kortyka Quartet  | The Bop Stop, Cleveland 8 PM
Marcus Smith W/ The Rapscallions | The Winchester, Lakewood 8 PM
All Cleveland Fest | Globe Iron, Flats 3 PM
Equipment | Mahall’s, Lakewood 6 PM
Dave Hinrich | Welcome to the Farm, Flats 6:30 PM
Sunday In The Park with George | Hanna Theatre, Playhouse 1 & 7:30 PM
Stan Society Presents The Life of a Showgirl Tour | House of Blues, Cleveland 7:30 PM
Toronzo Cannon | Music Box SC, Flats 7:30 PM
Smart Jones | Tony K’s, Berea 8 PM
The Chewy Center Farewell Show | The Winchester, Lakewood 8 PM
Moises Borges Brazilian Jazz Quartet  | The Bop Stop, Cleveland 8 PM
Billy Morris | Time Warp Bar, Westlake 9 PM
Keegan Jacko | Welcome to the Farm, Flats 10 PM
Gimme Gimme Disco | Mahall’s, Lakewood 10:30 PM

Sunday

Celebrating Queens of Soul  | Rock Hall, Cleveland 10 AM
Rood Presents: Corn Daze | Mahall’s, Lakewood 11 AM
Beatles Brunch with The Sunrise Jones | Music Box CH, Flats 12 PM
Klezmer Brunch with Tischler Klezmer Orchestra | Music Box SC, Flats 12 PM
Sunday In The Park with George | Hanna Theatre, Playhouse 3 PM
Irish Trad Music Session  | Gormley's Pub, Rocky River 5 PM
Abrepaso’s Tablao Flamenco | Music Box SC, Flats 7 PM
Spin Cycle  | The Bop Stop, Cleveland 7 PM

Weather

Friday

79 🌡️ 57 | 🌤 | 0% | 💨 S 5-7 mph 🌊 1 to 3 feet

Saturday

81 🌡️ 57 | 🌤 | 0% | 💨 S 5-7 mph 🌊 1 foot or less

Sunday

81 🌡️ 59 | 🌤 | 0% | 💨 S 8-10 mph 🌊 1 to 3 feet

Monday

81 🌡️ 62 | 🌤⛈ | 40% | 💨 SW 5-7 mph 🌊 1 to 3 feet

💧🌡️ Water temperature = 70ºF

That’s it for today, Westsiders.

Until Friday,

—The Briggses