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Hi Cleveland, we made it to Thursday! 

In today’s fun-for-grown-ups edition: FBI warns of AI scams, the music of Hans Zimmer, and Carrie Bradshaw’s vintage closet + plenty of reasons to put on real pants this week.

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📰 In the news

New tactics in digital deception: The FBI warns AI-powered scams are targeting Northeast Ohio residents, including fake phone calls, impostor bank reps, and manipulated social posts. Experts urge families to use a shared verification code — learn about family verification codes.

Local ensembles heat up winter: Mayfield Village’s indoor Winter Break Concert Series keeps cabin fever away at Reserve Hall. Well Strung performs today, with Celtic Rush up next on March 11. Free and family friendly — see who’s playing and when.

Storied plates and warm welcomes: A new roundup spotlights 13 historic Ohio restaurants that still feel timeless in 2026, from century-old dining rooms to a beloved Cleveland tavern serving classic American fare — check out the full list.

Gold & silver are hot: Coming off gold’s best year since 1979, the momentum is carrying well into 2026 with silver remaining one of the most talked-about assets. Curious why they’re back in focus? American Hartford Gold has a free guide that explains what’s happening and how people are approaching it today. It’s free – and definitely worth a read.

Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.

Highlights this week:

• Shop and sell at PECPTA Spring Resale
• Step into Carrie Bradshaw’s vintage closet
• Pose for a 19th-century tintype portrait
• This top-tier home warranty is 50% off right now
• Save on self-care during the CVS Epic Beauty Sale

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Burger night, solved: Heck’s Cafe still nails that nostalgic-but-upgraded burger fix with grass-fed patties, smart toppings, and fries that disappear. Juicy, satisfying, and unfussy… perfect for a weeknight catch-up or low-key date when cooking energy is on empty.

Skate, don’t overthink it: Whether you’re rediscovering toe-stop swagger or chasing a smooth roll, MIG’s PLA-MOR Family Roller Skating Rink & Cafe brings family-run charm, tasty bites, and a lively crowd. Midweek spins feel easy here… music up, wheels humming, smiles happening.

Your midweek art reset: Cleveland Museum of Art delivers a lift with world-class collections, fresh exhibitions, and quiet nooks where you can pretend you’re thinking deeply while actually unwinding. Whether you want a quick beauty fix or to let an afternoon slip away, no guilt required.

Access cash without selling your home: A reverse mortgage can help anyone over 62 cover everyday expenses, support healthcare needs, fund home improvements, or even reduce pressure on 401(k) withdrawals – all while staying in your home. Longbridge offers a free calculator to estimate how much flexibility your home could provide, with no commitment required.

📆 Cleveland for grown ups

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🎼 The Music of Hans Zimmer @ The Agora | Thursday (3/5) at 8:00 PM – Swap your streaming backlog for a goosebump factory as the Hollywood Film Orchestra, choir, and star soloists blast Hans Zimmer hits and other film favorites live, with clips, illumination, and lasers. Gladiator to Interstellar, Pirates to Bond, Top Gun included, your soundbar could never.

🚒 41st Annual Firematic Flea Market @ Cleveland Fire Training Academy | Saturday (3/7) at 8:00 AM – Hit the 41st Firematic Flea Market, a treasure hunt that’s part firehouse museum, part rummage. Patches, helmets, toys, and more, plus a 50/50 raffle, door prizes, and coffee, donuts, and hot dogs, all for five bucks at the door, kids 12 and under free.

📻 Totally Rad Vintage Fest @ I-X Center | Saturday (3/7) at 10:00 AM – Dig out your JNCOs and head to the I-X Center for a throwback spree of 80s, 90s, and Y2K gear, records, toys, and games. There’s a free-play vintage arcade, a nostalgia museum, and photo ops, because apparently our childhood is now collectible.

🎗 23rd Annual Benefit Gala @ Hotel Cleveland, Autograph Collection | Saturday (3/7) at 5:00 PM – If you’ve been waiting for a formal night out that does good, here it is. Downtown Cleveland delivers fine dining, handcrafted cocktails, live entertainment, auctions and raffles, all backing Cornerstone of Hope’s support for grieving families, with dinner, drinks, and valet included. Tickets are $250.

☕ High Tea @ Polish-American Cultural Center | Sunday (3/8) at 12:30 PM – Break out your best hat and head to the PACC for a proper high tea, dainty treats, and the kind of conversation you won’t need to lip-read. It’s $20, at 6501 Lansing Ave., and yes, you should call 216-233-7234 to save your seat.

🎬 Wind That Shakes the Barley @ The Hermit Club | Sunday (3/8) at 3:00 PM – Skip the transatlantic chaos and let the Singers’ Club of Cleveland sail you through Ireland, Scotland, and the rest of the Isles, all without leaving town. A pay-what-you-wish matinee with trad favorites, fresh picks, and a built-in excuse to say Slàinte Mhath.

👩 Chef April Thompson @ Old Stone Church | Sunday (3/8) at 4:00 PM – Swing by Old Stone as Chef April Thompson dishes eggplant meatballs in marinara, gives a demo, and sends you home with a recipe. $20 supports the OSC scholarship fund and includes a glass of wine, because doing good goes down easier with marinara and cabernet.

Live music & entertainment:

• 3/5 The Music of the Lord of the Rings @ The Agora – 4:30 PM
• 3/5 Rock & Roll Movie Club: It’s Never Over: Jeff Buckley @ Rock & Roll Hall of Fame – 6:00 PM
• 3/5 Thursday Irish Music Sessions @ Plank Road Tavern – 7:00 PM
• 3/6 Orange G and more @ Negative Space – 5:00 PM
• 3/6 March 6th Fish Fry-Day @ The Slovenian National Homes – 5:30 PM
• 3/7 In Chambers @ Harkness Chapel at CWRU – 4:00 PM
• 3/8 Beatles Brunch @ Music Box Supper Club – 12:00 PM

Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →

🔥 Worth a peek

We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.

• Thinning hair? Don’t wait – here are 3 treatments that work
• This free tool helps connect you with the right financial advisor
• Got debt? You may be able to pay less than you owe
• Protect your pet from disaster with this pet insurance plan
• You can own physical gold and silver in your retirement account

📻 Cleveland report

Weather forecast

Today – High: 58°F – Low: 46°F – Precip: 100%

Rain and patchy fog. Cloudy, with a high near 58. Southeast wind 5 to 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New rainfall amounts between a half and three quarters of an inch possible. Later: Rain before 9pm, then rain likely and patchy fog. Cloudy, with a low around 46. Southwest wind 3 to 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.

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Tomorrow – High: 66°F – Low: 59°F – Precip: 28%

A chance of rain. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 66. South wind 3 to 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. Later: A chance of rain. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 59. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.

Someone Googled you this week 👀

It may feel like an invasion of privacy, but unfortunately It’s the new normal. Whether you’re joining a committee, selling something locally, dating again, or just meeting new neighbors… people are going to look you up online.

Like it or not, the internet has a way of surfacing past mistakes and outdated information that no longer reflects who you are.

Thankfully, there’s a really easy way for you – or someone you care about – to clean up outdated results that no longer tell the real story. Learn more here.

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