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Downtown Cleveland Alliance’s Light Up the Lake fireworks show

The granddaddy of all Northeast Ohio fireworks shows is Downtown Cleveland Alliance’s Light Up the Lake -- 10 p.m. July 4 -- with prime viewing locations from The Flats, Voinovich Park, Whiskey Island, Wendy Park, Edgewater Park and Kirtland Park. The Rock Hall City’s definitive pyrotechnic display is preceded by Downtown Cleveland, Inc.’s free, family-friendly watch party -- DJ, games, kids’ activities, and food trucks -- from 5 to 11 p.m. at Voinovich Park. DETAILS

Cleveland Orchestra ‘Salute to America’ concert weekend at Blossom

Blossom’s traditional, star-spangled celebration with the Blossom Festival Band is back for the July 4th weekend. Ticket holders will enjoy a mix of patriotic marches, Broadway favorites, an Armed Forces Salute, and more. The nights end with fireworks. 8 p.m., July 2-4. 1145 West Steels Corners Road, Cuyahoga DETAILS

Shania Twain

The pioneering ‘90s country-pop super-duper star just released her sixth album in 30 years, “Queen of Me,” in February. It’s her first since 2017′s “Now.” Priscilla Black is opening. 7:30 p.m. The show is sold out but verified resale tickets start at $130 and are available at Live Nation. Music writer Gary Graff talked with Twain about the new album and tour. READ MORE

‘Hip Hop at 50: Holla If Ya Hear Me’ exhibit kicks off at Rock Hall

The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame is kicking off its newest exhibit, “Hip Hop at 50: Holla If Ya Hear Me,” with a grand opening party Thursday featuring special guests Chuck D, Flavor Flav and Darryl “DMC” McDaniels as well as Salt-N-Pepa and Roxanne Shante. Attendees at this special edition of “Rock Hall Nights,” will be amongst the first to tour the featured exhibit, plus get a behind-the-scenes look at artifacts from the Rock Hall vaults and see clips of showcase hip-hop moments at Rock Hall inductions. DJ NicNacc will entertain. 6 p.m., June 29. 1100 Rock and Roll Blvd., Cleveland. DETAILS

Cleveland Guardians vs. Atlanta Braves

The Cleveland Guardians will return home and play three evening games against the Atlanta Braves on July 3-5. July 3 is Hawaiian shirt giveaway night at Progressive Field. Tickets $59+. 7:10 p.m., July 3-5. 2401 Ontario St, Cleveland. DETAILS

Cleveland Orchestra season opener at Blossom

The Cleveland Orchestra is opening its summer season with Beethoven’s Ode to Joy. Tickets $25 to $75. 8 p.m., July 1. 1145 West Steels Corners Road, Cuyahoga. DETAILS

Egyptomania: Fashion’s Conflicted Obsession

Exhibition at the Cleveland Museum of Art features dozens of objects exploring the influence of Egyptomania in fashion by juxtaposing contemporary clothing and jewelry with fine and decorative artworks from the museum’s collection. Free. 11150 East Blvd., Cleveland. Through January 2024. DETAILS

'Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny'

“Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny” arrives in theaters on Friday. Harrison Ford is now 80 years old, and this is the first entry that Steven Spielberg didn’t direct and George Lucas didn’t provide the story. Instead, James Mangold (“Ford v Ferrari”) directs with Spielberg and Lucas listed as executive producers. But while Ford proves to be game as ever as the fedora-wearing, snake-fearing adventurer, the unmistakable spark of Indy’s creators is sorely missing in “Dial of Destiny," says cleveland.com/Plain Dealer movie writer Joey Morona. READ MORE

‘Moulin Rouge’ at Playhouse Square

Three years after winning the Tony for Best Musical, the North American tour of “Moulin Rouge! The Musical” opened recently at Playhouse Square’s KeyBank State Theatre. Tickets $39-$129. Through July 2. 1519 Euclid Ave, Cleveland. DETAILS

Roy Wood Jr. at Pickwick & Frolic

Emmy-nominated comedian, writer and more, Roy Wood Jr. will be at Pickwick & Frolic Friday through Sunday this weekend. He may be best known as a correspondent on Comedy Central’s “The Daily Show.” He has performed several stand-up specials on Comedy Central. 7 p.m. & 9:45 p.m. June 30, July 1. 7 p.m., July 2. 2035 E 4th Street, Cleveland. DETAILS

Boston Mills Art Festival final weekend

The esteemed Boston Mills Artfest is in its second weekend. It will present 150 artists from around the country, a completely different group than last weekend. The event is in the Cuyahoga Valley National Par. Craft beer & wine and food will be available. Tickets $12. 10 a.m., July 1-2. 7100 Riverview Rd Peninsula. DETAILS

Billy Wilder’s 1950s films

The Cleveland Instirute of Art Cinematheque will be screening the 1950s films of writer-director Billy Wilder, including masterpieces "Sunset Boulevard" and "Some Like it Hot." The series kicks off July 1-2 with screenings of "Sunset Boulevard" and runs weekends through the summer, ending Aug. 26-27 with "Some Like It Hot”. All films will be screened in the Peter B. Lewis Theater of the Cleveland Institute of Art, 11610 Euclid Ave., Cleveland. Cleveland.com contributor John Matuszak talked with Cinematheque director John Ewing about the series. READ MORE

Cleveland Ballet ends summer season in Vermilion

The Cleveland Ballet is closing its summer season with a performance July 1 at German’s Villa in Vermilion. The program includes excerpts from Margo Sappington’s “Rodin,” “Mis en Vie,” Ilia Zhivoi’s “Symphony of Life” and more. A buffet dinner precedes the performance. Tickets $105 adults, $45, children. 6 p.m., July 1. 3330 Liberty Avenue, Vermilion. DETAILS

Bloom! Botanicals & Birdhouses

Enjoy hundreds of unique birdhouses, glass art and more from Cleveland artist Asia Amour. Exhibits are included with regular admission to the Cleveland Botanical Gardens. 11030 East Boulevard, Cleveland. Through Sep. 3. DETAILS

Dinosaurs of the Sahara

Take a trip back in time to explore original skeletons and flesh models of dinosaurs from Africa at the Great Lakes Science Center. Have a chance to touch real fossils and much more. Included with regular admission to the GLSC.6601 Erieside Ave, Cleveland. Through Sep. 4. DETAILS

Sean Kenney’s “Nature Connects” made with Lego bricks

Holden Arboretum invites you to explore the grounds and check out 14 larger-than-life flora and fauna exhibits brought to life through the use of over 350,000 building blocks assembled by noted LEGO artist Sean Kenney. Admission $13-$19. 9550 Sperry Road, Kirtland. Through Sept. 4. DETAILS

FOOD & DINING

Jade offers tantalizing fusion flavors, sushi and steak dishes

Jade Steak & Sushi recently revamped its menu. Chef Luis Ocasio is doing some pretty creative things with Asian flavors. The result is an array of mouth-watering dishes in the multi-story restaurant on Cleveland’s Flats East Bank. Jade is at 1048 Old River Road, Cleveland. Hours: 4 to 11 p.m. Tuesday to Thursday; 4 p.m. to midnight Friday and Saturday; 4 to 9 p.m. Sunday. DETAILS

Hayashi Mayple

Hayashi Mayple, a Japanese restaurant in Chardon, has a long list of specialty sushi rolls. For those who don’t like sushi, several more familiar Japanese-influenced dishes are available. Not what you might expect from a restaurant tucked into a non-descript plaza in a small town. It’s certainly worth a visit. Check it out at 540 Water Street, #204, Chardon. The restaurant does not have a website.

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TV & MOVIES

‘The Bachelorette’

Charity Lawson has 25 guys vying for her attention in the 20th season of the reality dating show, "The Bachelorette." The 27-year-old therapist from Georgia was featured on the last season of "The Bachelor" when Zach Shallcross was handing out roses. Shallcross sent Lawson home in week eight when he visited the ladies' hometowns and met their families, saying the feelings weren't there. "The Bachelorette" returned Monday. DETAILS

‘Hijack’

Idris Elba is stuck on the worst flight ever in the new series "Hijack" for Apple TV+. Elba plays Sam, a corporate negotiator whose flight from Dubai to London gets hijacked. Sam tries to employ his negotiating skills to defuse the situation on the seven-hour flight, so the passengers and crew make it home safely. The seven-episode series debuted Wednesday with two episodes. The remaining episodes will be released weekly on Wednesdays. "Hijack" also co-stars Archie Panjabi. DETAILS

‘Tom Clancy's Jack Ryan’

John Krasinski makes his final bow in season four of "Tom Clancy's Jack Ryan," returning to Prime Video on Friday, June 30. The eight-episode season features Jack back in Washington, D.C. (for part of the time) and the return of Abbie Cornish as his love interest Cathy. Michael Peña also joins season four as well-known Clancy character Domingo "Ding" Chavez, a CIA special operative. Wendell Pierce, Michael Kelly and Betty Gabriel also return. DETAILS

‘Is it Cake, Too?‘

A fun family show premiering Friday, June 30, on Netflix is "Is it Cake, Too?" based on the popular internet meme. The premise is simple: people guess whether very real-looking random objects like a handbag, a sewing machine and even a toilet are cake. Ten very talented baker artists compete for a cash prize. Guest judges include Joel McHale, "Saturday Night Live" cast member Chloe Fineman, Kirby Howell-Baptiste, and Dixie and Charli D'Amelio. DETAILS

‘Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret’

The film adaptation of Judy Blume's classic coming-of-age novel "Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret" is available on video on demand starting this week — perfect for summer sleepovers or mother-daughter movie nights at home. Directed by Kelly Fremon Craig ("The Edge of Seventeen"), Abby Ryder Fortson plays the 11-year-old narrator who is navigating a move to the suburbs, new friends, puberty, periods, first crushes and her faith. It is sweet, playful and reverential to its source material, which is hardly a requirement for enjoying the film. Like the book, it's set in the early 1970s, because Blume did not want the characters to be texting. Rachel McAdams is also a standout as Margaret's mother. It could make for a great double feature with the documentary "Judy Blume Forever," which is available on Prime Video. DETAILS

‘Nimona’

Netflix also has a new film perfect for the tween set in the animated "Nimona," inspired by ND Stevenson's graphic novel about a shapeshifting girl. Chloë Grace Moretz voices Nimona, a rebellious outsider with riot-grrrrl energy who lives in the shadows of a futuristic kingdom with medieval touches. She teams up with a disgraced knight, Ballister (Riz Ahmed), who is on the run after being accused of killing the queen. The film is vibrant and clever, with a fun soundtrack and LGBTQ+ themes that aren't clumsily handled. "Nimona" starts streaming on Friday, June 30. DETAILS

‘Run Rabbit Run ‘

Also arriving on Netflix this week is "Run Rabbit Run," a horror starring "Succession's" Sarah Snook as the single mother of a young girl who says she has memories of another life. As if Shiv isn't enough of a sell, Snook also gets to use her native Australian accent. DETAILS

MUSIC

Lucinda Williams

Counting Lucinda Williams out is a foolhardy option — always, but especially this week. The country star is back with "Stories From a Rock n Roll Heart," despite suffering a stroke in 2021 that partially impaired some of her motor skills and took away her ability to play guitar. On the album, Williams pays tribute to rock legends Tom Petty ("Stolen Moments") and Replacements' co-founder Bob Stinson ("Hum's Liquor"), to whom she dedicates the album. The single "New York Comeback" has Patti Scialfa and Bruce Springsteen on backing vocals. DETAILS

Counting Crows at MGM Northfield Park

Counting Crows are back in the United States with their Banshee Season Tour. Long-time friend of the band, Dashboard Confessional, will join the show at MGM Northfield Park. Tickets $150+. 7:30 p.m., June 29. 10777 Northfield Park Road, Northfield. DETAILS

Rebelution at Jacobs Pavillion

This Southern California quartet of University of California Santa Barbara grads have seven records of their sunny-side up, beach-ready reggae pop. Iration and DJ Mackle are opening. 8 p.m., Tickets $20+. 8 p.m., July 2. 2014 Sycamore Street, Cleveland. DETAILS

Melanie Martinez at Jacobs Pavillion

This former “The Voice” contestant rose to fame with her stylized alter-ego Cry Baby on gold and platinum hits, including “Pity Party.” For her third album, “Portals,” Martinez has retired the Cry Baby persona but surely will still be as stylish as ever. Tickets start at $59. 7:30 p.m., July 5. 2014 Sycamore Street, Cleveland. DETAILS

Rockin’ on the River Lorain

Rockin’ on the River at Black River Landing in Lorain this weekend is featuring 24K Magic!, a Bruno Mars Tribute band, and Monica Robins and The Whiskey Kings. Admission $7. 6:15 p.m., June 30. 421 Black River Lane, Lorain. DETAILS

Charlie Watts

Charlie Watts is celebrated in a posthumous album of jazz recordings by the Rolling Stones drummer. "Anthology" spans 20 years of songs, including a live version of "Swindon Swing" from 1978, "Take the 'A' Train" from 2001 and "Lover Man" live in Birmingham in 1991. Some of the collaborators are double-bassist Dave Green and saxophonists Peter King, Evan Parker and Courtney Pine, trumpeter Gerard Presencer, fellow drummer Jim Keltner and vocalist and Rolling Stones live band member Bernard Fowler. The set features liner notes by music journalist and broadcaster Paul Sexton. DETAILS

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