Bedford Ohio's Weekend of the Pooka

Chalk Art Street Painting -- Visitors can observe Madonnai artist, Wendy Mahon of the Cleveland Museum of Art create an ephemeral masterpiece as it unfolds on the sidewalks of Bedford Commons. Artists are invited to try their hand at their own chalk art creations. Chalk will be provided, free of charge

Cleveland Jazz Orchestra Tickets -- Tickets for The Cleveland Jazz Orchestra Concert go on Sale July 10th. Phone 440-232-1600 to order, or use the website order form on the tickets page.

Win Cleveland PlayHouse Tickets -- Attendees can win tickets to a Cleveland Playhouse performance at their new location in the Allen Theatre on Playhouse Square. No purchase is necessary. Complete a survey about your experience at Weekend Of The Pooka for a chance to win free tickets.

Poems on the Wind -- It is said Richard Sedlon would nail original poetry to the trees in his garden. In that spirit, come to the Southeast Branch Library to create your own poetry flag to waft in the breeze. Poems on the Wind is a summer long project. Write your own poem or share your favorite poem with others. You supply the creativity -- we'll supply the materials. All flags will be on display at the library throughout the summer. On September 17-18, they will be strung around Bedford Commons as part of "The Weekend of the Pooka - A Celebration of the Arts.

Gourmet Food Vendors to Please the Palate -- Food artists like Fahrenheit, Catered Elegance and Oh Babycakes will offer a variety of unique food choices to please any gourmand. Bon Appetit!

Plant Sale -- American Turf Landscaping provides the live container plants decorating the Commons. The plants will be offered for sale after the event on Sunday at discounted prices.

Augusto Bordelois Stimulates Imagination -- Internationally known artist, Augusto Bordelois will lead children in a fun and challenging creative adventure that starts with painting a mural blindfolded! From there, it takes them to the limits of their imagination. No experience required except a desire to flow with the creative process. Visit with him both Saturday and Sunday afternoons.

Best of Bluegrass Singers in Northeast Ohio -- You have heard them on radio WKSU's "Folk Alley". Now come and hear them live. Jen Maurer and Paul Kovac perform "Americana Country" on Sunday. Expect to hear great duet singing and lively string instruments with traditional and original songs.

Cool Jazz with Northcoast Jass Collective -- North Coast Jazz Collective plays straight-up modern jazz that is creative, emotional and accessible. And it swings! Most of their repertoire is comprised of original compositions with some arrangements of modern jazz standards. Hear them Sunday afternoon while browsing the Art Show.

Cirque du Papier Comes to Town -- Interactive strolling and visual artist, Michael Roy Baldridge will be appearing on Bedford Commons this weekend. He brings origami into the new millennium, combining classic Japanese style origami with the latest in high tech folding; transforming single, flat squares of paper into 3D forms of animals, flowers, sea life, birds, and decorative objects. One sheet of paper. No cuts. No tears. No glue. With dexterity, quick wit, and knowledge, he will share the art that is origami. And you could go home with a cherished keepsake.





Chalk Art Street Painting -- Visitors can observe Madonnai artist, Wendy Mahon of the Cleveland Museum of Art create an ephemeral masterpiece as it unfolds on the sidewalks of Bedford Commons. Artists are invited to try their hand at their own chalk art creations. Chalk will be provided, free of charge Cleveland Jazz Orchestra Tickets -- Tickets for The Cleveland Jazz Orchestra Concert go on Sale July 10th. Phone 440-232-1600 to order, or use the website order form on the tickets page. Win Cleveland PlayHouse Tickets -- Attendees can win tickets to a Cleveland Playhouse performance at their new location in the Allen Theatre on Playhouse Square. No purchase is necessary. Complete a survey about your experience at Weekend Of The Pooka for a chance to win free tickets. Poems on the Wind -- It is said Richard Sedlon would nail original poetry to the trees in his garden. In that spirit, come to the Southeast Branch Library to create your own poetry flag to waft in the breeze. Poems on the Wind is a summer long project. Write your own poem or share your favorite poem with others. You supply the creativity -- we'll supply the materials. All flags will be on display at the library throughout the summer. On September 17-18, they will be strung around Bedford Commons as part of "The Weekend of the Pooka - A Celebration of the Arts. Gourmet Food Vendors to Please the Palate -- Food artists like Fahrenheit, Catered Elegance and Oh Babycakes will offer a variety of unique food choices to please any gourmand. Bon Appetit! Plant Sale -- American Turf Landscaping provides the live container plants decorating the Commons. The plants will be offered for sale after the event on Sunday at discounted prices. Augusto Bordelois Stimulates Imagination -- Internationally known artist, Augusto Bordelois will lead children in a fun and challenging creative adventure that starts with painting a mural blindfolded! From there, it takes them to the limits of their imagination. No experience required except a desire to flow with the creative process. Visit with him both Saturday and Sunday afternoons. Best of Bluegrass Singers in Northeast Ohio -- You have heard them on radio WKSU's "Folk Alley". Now come and hear them live. Jen Maurer and Paul Kovac perform "Americana Country" on Sunday. Expect to hear great duet singing and lively string instruments with traditional and original songs. Cool Jazz with Northcoast Jass Collective -- North Coast Jazz Collective plays straight-up modern jazz that is creative, emotional and accessible. And it swings! Most of their repertoire is comprised of original compositions with some arrangements of modern jazz standards. Hear them Sunday afternoon while browsing the Art Show. Cirque du Papier Comes to Town -- Interactive strolling and visual artist, Michael Roy Baldridge will be appearing on Bedford Commons this weekend. He brings origami into the new millennium, combining classic Japanese style origami with the latest in high tech folding; transforming single, flat squares of paper into 3D forms of animals, flowers, sea life, birds, and decorative objects. One sheet of paper. No cuts. No tears. No glue. With dexterity, quick wit, and knowledge, he will share the art that is origami. And you could go home with a cherished keepsake.					Complete List of Events Call to Artists Cleveland Jazz Orchestra Tickets Map to Event