OT: Things to do while in CLE for the National...

[bsuttonosu]

Lots going on in Northeast Ohio that weekend.

- The Bridgestone Invitational was already mentioned if you're a golf fan. Though it is during prime shopping time.

- I believe it is also Football HOF Enshrinement week in Canton, which is not far. Lots of activities associated with that including autograph sessions (wish it wasn't competiting with the National).

- The Indians are also in town that weekend if you want to catch a game. They're offering discounted tickets for National attendees (a link went out via email from the National).

- Not to mention there's now a casino downtown where you can not only double your National bankroll but also has a couple great places to eat inside.

- If you have others coming with you that want to spend money on things other than cards (I can't imagine why), there are a couple of shopping centers nearby. There is a pretty standard mall in Strongsville not far from the IX Center. A little further away but still within 20 minutes is Crocker Park, which is a nice upscale outdoor shopping center.

And if you get really bored, just mention LeBron and everyone from this part of the world will have plenty to say about it.

[novakjr]

Originally Posted by bsuttonosu

- Not to mention there's now a casino downtown where you can not only double your National bankroll but also has a couple great places to eat inside..

Yes, the Horseshoe casino downtown, also the Hard Rock Rocksino is fairly close...

http://www.hrrocksinonorthfieldpark.com/

[glenv]

The James A. Garfield National Historic Site is a half hour east of town: http://www.nps.gov/jaga/index.htm

For those with an extra day or two, Cuyahoga Valley National Park is worth a visit: http://www.nps.gov/cuva/index.htm

[novakjr]

Another update for the Capitol Theater. Was just there last night with my dad to see the 50th anniversary restoration of "A Hard Days Night". F*ck*ng AMAZING.... It was originally only supposed to be there this week, BUT they decided to extend it for another week.

Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday showtimes of 4:10...

http://www.clevelandcinemas.com/movi...ls.asp?id=5278

[novakjr]

Originally Posted by glenv

The James A. Garfield National Historic Site is a half hour east of town: http://www.nps.gov/jaga/index.htm

For those with an extra day or two, Cuyahoga Valley National Park is worth a visit: http://www.nps.gov/cuva/index.htm

Haven't been to the Garfield house since I was a kid. Pretty strange since I drive by it 3 or 4 times a week, and take the kids to the accompanying park at least once a week. Last I remembered it was pretty cool.


Also, I noticed someone mentioned the Cleveland Orchestra. I believe they will be playing at Blossom that weekend too. http://www.clevelandorchestra.com/

[glenv]

A great website is www.beermapping.com Under the City Beer Maps pulldown, find Cleveland. Then when the map comes up, click the Yellow, Green, and Brown icons in the legend - that will leave only the breweries on the map. That should keep one busy while in Cleveland!

[Jayworld]

I'm surprised no one has mentioned League Park, the home of the Cleveland Indians from 1891 to 1946 (renovated in 1910). The city has just finished a revitalization of the park, including a new baseball field, refurbished the existing 1st base side grandstand wall, and are currently renovating the ticket building. More information here:
http://www.leaguepark.org

[novakjr]

Now that the National has arrived, and many of you are either now in Cleveland or will be arriving in the next few days, I figured I'd give this thread a bump, just in case anyone is interested...

Just trying to make everyone has the opportunity to get the most out of this city...