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SATURDAY, AUGUST 18, 201811 :00 am - 6:00 pm | Playhouse Square

Explore Cleveland’s largest community arts and culture celebration.

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16TH ANNUAL

SATURDAY, AUG. 1811 a.m. - 6 p.m. | Playhouse Square


EVERY DAY, thousands of down-town residents and office work-ers drive, walk, run and bike over a hidden gem nestled beneath Veter-ans Memorial Bridge. Just below this iconic structure rests a subway lev-el that for decades helped transport thousands of people from down-town to Ohio City. Its route allowed street cars and trolleys to enter at West 6th Street and Superior Avenue downtown and exit on West 25th Street and Detroit Avenue. This lev-el of the bridge was widely popular from its opening in 1918 until 1954, when the streetcar was no longer fa-vored, and buses were the answer to public transportation.

Sixty years later, the Cuyahoga County Department of Public Works is shining a light on these his-toric routes, giving visitors a unique perspective of Downtown Cleveland. During SPARX City Hop, sneak a peek into the city’s past with self-

guided tours of the original streetcar station and tracks, as well as unique views of the Cuyahoga River, Lake Erie and Downtown Cleveland.

“So many new developments have taken place in downtown, and SPARX is a unique opportunity to explore the city with fresh eyes ev-ery year,” says Joe Marinucci, presi-dent and CEO of Downtown Cleve-land Alliance. “Boasting views of our city’s past, present and future, the Veterans Memorial Bridge can give you unparalleled views of our city for the day.”

Taking the Green Line during SPARX City Hop is a breeze. This stop on the tour reveals the architec-tural remains from when the subway level was originally built. The arch-es offer amazing views of the city and showcases the unique elegance upon which Cleveland was built and includes the lanes that were sealed from when it closed in the 1950s.

“The Veterans Memorial Bridge is one of the most unique spots in Cuyahoga County,” says County Ex-ecutive Armond Budish. “Every time the county provides a tour, we host thousands of enthusiastic residents out enjoying this terrific venue. It is truly our pleasure to host this event.”

Stop by the bridge at 1 p.m. dur-ing SPARX City Hop for the 100th anniversary celebration. Enjoy com-plimentary cupcakes, live music and a viewing of a public arts project led by the Cleveland Museum of Art.

11 a.m. to 1 p.m. 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. 4 to 6 p.m.

U.S. BANK PLAZA HUB AT PLAYHOUSE SQUARE Sam Hooper Hillbilly Idol Daddy Longleg’s

Homegrown Revival

SPACES Mike St. Jude Collin Miller Sypder Stompers & Sugar Pie

MARKET SQUARE Punchdrunk Tagalongs Math + Logic Chestertons

TRANSFORMER BLOCK Mike Uva Marc Lee Shannon Diana Chittester

VETERANS MEMORIAL BRIDGE STOP Cats On Holiday PANic Trinidad

Steel Drum BandRachel Brown & The

Beatnik Playboys

FLATS EAST BANK Ryan Humbert Chris Allen DJ Mimo

EAST 4TH STREET Kiss Me Deadly Afi In The Mix Ray Flanagan

WORTHINGTON YARDS WEST 9TH STREET Shawn & Shelby Jason Meyers Holden Laurence

TOWER PRESS BUILDING Dreadlock Dave Shetler Jones Luca Mundaca

SUPERIOR SOUND INSIDE (LIVE RECORDINGS)

Rebecca Wohlever, Joshua Jesty, Lost State of Franklin &

Magnetosphere

Jake Briggs, Ashley Fulton

Olivia Martinez, Kate Kooser, Uzizi

ARTCRAFT BUILDING Andrew Bonnis Michelle Gaw XELA

COMMUNITY MURAL Ariel Karas Dave Kasper Erynn Krebs

Blast From the Past

During SPARX City Hop, celebrate 100 years of the

city’s hidden gems.

“So many new develop-ments have taken place in downtown, and SPARX is a unique opportunity to explore the city with fresh eyes every year.” — Joe Marinucci, president and CEO of Downtown Cleveland Alliance

CASE WESTERN RESERVE UNIVERSITY

2018 SPARX City Hop

PERFORMING ARTISTS







16TH ANNUAL










11 a.m. to 1 p.m. 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. 4 to 6 p.m.


Homegrown Revival






Beatnik Playboys







Magnetosphere





Blast From the Past





2018 SPARX City Hop

PERFORMING ARTISTS







16TH ANNUAL










11 a.m. to 1 p.m. 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. 4 to 6 p.m.


Homegrown Revival






Beatnik Playboys







Magnetosphere





Blast From the Past





2018 SPARX City Hop

PERFORMING ARTISTS







16TH ANNUAL










11 a.m. to 1 p.m. 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. 4 to 6 p.m.


Homegrown Revival






Beatnik Playboys







Magnetosphere





Blast From the Past





2018 SPARX City Hop

PERFORMING ARTISTS




SPARX CITY HOP is cel-ebrating 16 years of connect-ing people to art in Cleve-land neighborhoods. Explore Downtown Cleveland and its surrounding neighborhoods by taking a free trolley and hop-ping from art galleries and stu-dios to stages featuring live, lo-cal music. This year’s focus on local art and live music will keep you jumping from trolley to trolley all day long.

Start your day at the SPARX City Hop Main Hub in Down-town Cleveland, located under Playhouse Square’s GE Chan-delier. The Main Hub also serves as an information sta-tion, one of many music stages and destination for the Cleve-land Bazaar, showcasing more than 20 pop-up art retailers. Pick up a trolley at U.S. Bank Plaza to start your guided tour

of downtown and its surround-ing neighborhoods via the Red, Green or Blue trolley lines, making stops to explore local art, cultural institutions, pri-vately owned art studios and fun, local events.

Think you’ve seen it all? Not a chance. This year, SPARX City Hop also includes stops at Loftworks Gallery and Superi-or Hot Glass in Asia Town — attractions that ensure you’re experiencing the best of the city’s local art scene.

SPARX is made possible by the support of Cuyahoga Arts and Culture, which invests $15 million annually in organiza-tions that bring art and culture to life in area communities. With CAC’s support, SPARX City Hop has educated Cleve-landers about local art and cul-ture for 16 years.

City with HeARTMark your calendars for the 16th-

annual SPARX City Hop on Aug. 18.

1 MAIN HUBCleveland BazaarCleveland Bazaar is Northeast Ohio’s longest-running indie handmade craft event series (since 2004) and has helped makers and small businesses grow and learn new business skills.

GREEN LINE 2 Market Square

Park StopMarket Square Park will feature Open Air at its Market Square event.West Side Market1979 W. 25th St.Discover West Side Market, Cleveland’s oldest publicly owned market.

3 Spaces StopSPACES2900 Detroit Ave., First FloorSPACES is a contemporary art venue dedicated to artists who explore and experiment. Located on the West Side of Downtown Cleveland, SPACES operates three programs and features newly created work by curated artists: R&D (Research & Development), SWAP (SPACES World Artists Program) and the Vault.4 Transformer

Station Stop Transformer Station

1460 W. 29th St.Explore this nonprofit private art gallery.

5 Veterans Memorial Bridge & Subway Station Stop

Detroit-Superior Bridge Tour2433 Superior ViaductThis year, Detroit-Superior Bridge is celebrating 100 years (1918-2018).This free, self-guided tour presented by Cuyahoga County will allow visitors to experience the original streetcar station and tracks, unique views of the Cuyahoga River, Lake Erie and Downtown Cleveland, and various exhibits and films. Open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 6 Green Line

Transfer stop Cross the street to join the Red Line tour.

RED LINE 7 Warehouse

District Stop YARDS Projects725 Johnson CourtLocated in Worthington Yards, YARDS Projects is an art hub featuring the work of regional artists through rotating exhibitions, artist talks, artist and community mixers, performances, film screenings, on and offsite studio visits and gallery tours.Pop-Up Vendors and MusicVarious nearby locations

8 Flats East Bank StopFlats Festival of the Arts1055 Old River RoadThe third-annual festival of visual and performing arts turns the East Bank into an art-and-street party along the river. Free admission.

9 Gateway District Stop

The Arcade401 Euclid AvenueBuilt in 1890, The Arcade is a historic retail center and one of Cleveland’s most iconic landmarks.Prosperity JewelryLocated in The Arcade, shop a variety of handmade goods like glass and ceramic jewelry by Prosperity, as well as soaps, lotions, wooden accessories, scarves, hats, photo cards and more. 5th Street Arcades530 Euclid AvenueBrowse this collection of locally owned shops, boutiques and restaurants. Fra AngelicaLocated in 5th Street Arcades, browse this local shop that highlights art-to-wear handmade by more than 60 artists working in a variety of media.

BLUE LINE10 Tower Press

Building Stop1900 Superior Ave.The Tower Press Artists Group is comprised of the 16 artists whose live/work studio lofts are all inside the Tower Press Building on the first floor. Downtown Cleveland Alliance is spearheading efforts to create a deeper awareness of the newly designated Superior Arts Improvement District.Anne KibbeSuite 116Anne Kibbe explores the associative power of marking to evoke the depths of human history and the unconscious.ArtefinoThis cafe and shop offers sandwiches, coffee and great Cleveland gifts. Extended hours during SPARX.

Christopher Stofan StudioSuite 119This artist’s studio features landscapes, skyscapes and abstract oil and acrylic paintings.Damian VendittiSuite 109Enjoy paintings, sculptures and illustrations.Erica MillerSuite 108“We cannot express the light in nature because we have not the sun. We can only express the light we have in ourselves.” — Arthur DoveEric RippertSuite 107Eric Rippert pointedly calls into question the relationship between the seer and the seen.Flying Penny Art StudioStudio 108Discover fiber art landscaping painting.

JenMarie Zeleznak Suite 118 JenMarie Zeleznak portrays and projects herself onto the animal as a means to explore the damaged psyche while also honoring gestures and experiences of the animal. John R. DavisSuite 112John Davis is a native of Greater Cleveland and has been a working artist since 1973.Katrice Monee Headd Suite 115 This Illinois native has recently grown to call Cleveland home.Michael Greenwald Suite 113 Michael Greenwald’s paintings are a distillation of the natural world into its basic elements of land, water and atmosphere.

11 Superior Sound Stop

Superior Sound Recordings2230 Superior Ave. ESuperior Sound is a 13,000-square-foot event space that hosts three recording studios and a fully equipped video editing suite along with record labels. Jim Wirt of Crushtone Studios, Jim Stewart of Jim Stewart Recording, and Bill DeMarco/Jon Richey of Vuture Studios (audio/video) make up this collective of industry professionals working in facilities comprised of a collection of legendary analog and digital gear. Their goal is to provide clients with a superior sounding record, all while offering a comfortable and creative environment.Maisha Loeb-Munson D A C Dancewear, LLC2310 Superior Ave. E. Suite 130This stop specializes in the design and creation of social and ballroom dancewear, athleisure wear, dresses and gowns for special events and costume embellishments.12 ArtCraft

Building StopFOUNT2570 Superior Ave.FOUNT is a design and production house based out of Cleveland with a focus on luxury leather bags and other accessories.Wally KaplanArtCraft Building, 2530 Superior Ave., #400This artist specializes in figurative and landscape themes. Her medium is oil and pastels.Bonnie Dolin StudioArtCraft Building2570 Superior Ave., Sixth FloorEnjoy paintings, prints and pastels.Rita Schuenemann ArtCraft Bullding, 2530 Superior Ave., #400This artist’s studio features oil paintings of landscapes, still lives, portraiture and city scenes. Also available are prints of these original works of art.Paulette ArcherArtcraft Building, 2530 Superior Ave., #400This working studio focuses on paintings using oil, watercolor, acrylic and mixed media. Open by appointment.

Baila Litton StudioArtCraft Building, 2530 Superior Ave., #406This mixed media/painter features large-scale works on paper and focuses on the sensation of individuality and uniqueness, in the invitation to stare, in the tractor beam lockdown between the painting and the viewer.13 Superior Arts

District Stop Superior Hot Glass

1588 E. 40th St.This glassblowing facility offers classes, group events, demonstrations and rental time.

Loft Works Gallery1667 E. 40th St., 1 ALoftworks Gallery is an art gallery committed to providing artists a space to show their work in a friendly environment bridging the St Clair/Superior Arts District and Asia town. It also provides an ideal space for smaller special events and meetings.14 Asia Town

Center StopNegative SpaceAsian Town Center, 3820 Superior Ave., Second FloorNegative Space is a 501c3 nonprofit community gathering space providing a platform for emerging artists of all disciplines. Free monthly events include the last Saturday Open Mic, the last Saturday of every month, coinciding with a featured visual artist exhibit opening reception. Discover a unique hidden oasis of art and people.15 Community Mural

Installation Stop2201 Superior Ave.Site of future Superior Arts District Community Mural with the support of Campus District and SPARX City Hop.

Mike Levy Suite 106 A photographer for The Plain Dealer for 16 years, Mike Levy left the newspaper and started Mike Levy Photography LLC, where he is currently working. Robert Banks Suite 102 Robert Banks has had his films shown at the Sundance Film Festival and was named “Filmmaker of the Year” at the Midwest Filmmakers Conference.Scott Murphy Suite 117 Explore perception and affect in everyday encounters; balance, fluidity and growth.

Straight ShooterSuite 111Specializing in commercial work, Dan Morgan is always experimenting with new ways to help clients sell their products or services through creative photography and image manipulation.Susan AllenSuite 110Susan Allen captures in oil the seductive qualities of atmosphere and natural light in landscape and still life.William Martin Jean Studio and GallerySuite 101Discover an exhibit of recent work by the artist, along with work from the workshop for the homeless clients he instructs.

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Trolley StopsStart at 11 a.m. — Last pick up at 6 p.m.

1 MAIN HUBGREEN LINE 2 Market Square Park Stop3 Spaces Stop4 Transformer Station Stop5 Veterans Memorial Bridge

& Subway Station Stop6 Green Line Transfer Stop

RED LINE 7 Warehouse District Stop 8 Flats East Bank Stop9 Gateway District Stop

BLUE LINE10 Tower Press Building Stop11 Superior Sound Stop12 ArtCraft Building Stop13 Superior Arts District Stop14 Asia Town Center Stop15 Community Mural

Installation Stop

New to SPARX in 2018

SPARX CITY HOP is cel-ebrating 16 years of connect-ing people to art in Cleve-land neighborhoods. Explore Downtown Cleveland and its surrounding neighborhoods by taking a free trolley and hop-ping from art galleries and stu-dios to stages featuring live, lo-cal music. This year’s focus on local art and live music will keep you jumping from trolley to trolley all day long.

Start your day at the SPARX City Hop Main Hub in Down-town Cleveland, located under Playhouse Square’s GE Chan-delier. The Main Hub also serves as an information sta-tion, one of many music stages and destination for the Cleve-land Bazaar, showcasing more than 20 pop-up art retailers. Pick up a trolley at U.S. Bank Plaza to start your guided tour

of downtown and its surround-ing neighborhoods via the Red, Green or Blue trolley lines, making stops to explore local art, cultural institutions, pri-vately owned art studios and fun, local events.

Think you’ve seen it all? Not a chance. This year, SPARX City Hop also includes stops at Loftworks Gallery and Superi-or Hot Glass in Asia Town — attractions that ensure you’re experiencing the best of the city’s local art scene.

SPARX is made possible by the support of Cuyahoga Arts and Culture, which invests $15 million annually in organiza-tions that bring art and culture to life in area communities. With CAC’s support, SPARX City Hop has educated Cleve-landers about local art and cul-ture for 16 years.

City with HeARTMark your calendars for the 16th-

annual SPARX City Hop on Aug. 18.

1 MAIN HUBCleveland BazaarCleveland Bazaar is Northeast Ohio’s longest-running indie handmade craft event series (since 2004) and has helped makers and small businesses grow and learn new business skills.

GREEN LINE 2 Market Square

Park StopMarket Square Park will feature Open Air at its Market Square event.West Side Market1979 W. 25th St.Discover West Side Market, Cleveland’s oldest publicly owned market.

3 Spaces StopSPACES2900 Detroit Ave., First FloorSPACES is a contemporary art venue dedicated to artists who explore and experiment. Located on the West Side of Downtown Cleveland, SPACES operates three programs and features newly created work by curated artists: R&D (Research & Development), SWAP (SPACES World Artists Program) and the Vault.4 Transformer

Station Stop Transformer Station

1460 W. 29th St.Explore this nonprofit private art gallery.

5 Veterans Memorial Bridge & Subway Station Stop

Detroit-Superior Bridge Tour2433 Superior ViaductThis year, Detroit-Superior Bridge is celebrating 100 years (1918-2018).This free, self-guided tour presented by Cuyahoga County will allow visitors to experience the original streetcar station and tracks, unique views of the Cuyahoga River, Lake Erie and Downtown Cleveland, and various exhibits and films. Open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 6 Green Line

Transfer stop Cross the street to join the Red Line tour.

RED LINE 7 Warehouse

District Stop YARDS Projects725 Johnson CourtLocated in Worthington Yards, YARDS Projects is an art hub featuring the work of regional artists through rotating exhibitions, artist talks, artist and community mixers, performances, film screenings, on and offsite studio visits and gallery tours.Pop-Up Vendors and MusicVarious nearby locations

8 Flats East Bank StopFlats Festival of the Arts1055 Old River RoadThe third-annual festival of visual and performing arts turns the East Bank into an art-and-street party along the river. Free admission.

9 Gateway District Stop

The Arcade401 Euclid AvenueBuilt in 1890, The Arcade is a historic retail center and one of Cleveland’s most iconic landmarks.Prosperity JewelryLocated in The Arcade, shop a variety of handmade goods like glass and ceramic jewelry by Prosperity, as well as soaps, lotions, wooden accessories, scarves, hats, photo cards and more. 5th Street Arcades530 Euclid AvenueBrowse this collection of locally owned shops, boutiques and restaurants. Fra AngelicaLocated in 5th Street Arcades, browse this local shop that highlights art-to-wear handmade by more than 60 artists working in a variety of media.

BLUE LINE10 Tower Press

Building Stop1900 Superior Ave.The Tower Press Artists Group is comprised of the 16 artists whose live/work studio lofts are all inside the Tower Press Building on the first floor. Downtown Cleveland Alliance is spearheading efforts to create a deeper awareness of the newly designated Superior Arts Improvement District.Anne KibbeSuite 116Anne Kibbe explores the associative power of marking to evoke the depths of human history and the unconscious.ArtefinoThis cafe and shop offers sandwiches, coffee and great Cleveland gifts. Extended hours during SPARX.

Christopher Stofan StudioSuite 119This artist’s studio features landscapes, skyscapes and abstract oil and acrylic paintings.Damian VendittiSuite 109Enjoy paintings, sculptures and illustrations.Erica MillerSuite 108“We cannot express the light in nature because we have not the sun. We can only express the light we have in ourselves.” — Arthur DoveEric RippertSuite 107Eric Rippert pointedly calls into question the relationship between the seer and the seen.Flying Penny Art StudioStudio 108Discover fiber art landscaping painting.

JenMarie Zeleznak Suite 118 JenMarie Zeleznak portrays and projects herself onto the animal as a means to explore the damaged psyche while also honoring gestures and experiences of the animal. John R. DavisSuite 112John Davis is a native of Greater Cleveland and has been a working artist since 1973.Katrice Monee Headd Suite 115 This Illinois native has recently grown to call Cleveland home.Michael Greenwald Suite 113 Michael Greenwald’s paintings are a distillation of the natural world into its basic elements of land, water and atmosphere.

11 Superior Sound Stop

Superior Sound Recordings2230 Superior Ave. ESuperior Sound is a 13,000-square-foot event space that hosts three recording studios and a fully equipped video editing suite along with record labels. Jim Wirt of Crushtone Studios, Jim Stewart of Jim Stewart Recording, and Bill DeMarco/Jon Richey of Vuture Studios (audio/video) make up this collective of industry professionals working in facilities comprised of a collection of legendary analog and digital gear. Their goal is to provide clients with a superior sounding record, all while offering a comfortable and creative environment.Maisha Loeb-Munson D A C Dancewear, LLC2310 Superior Ave. E. Suite 130This stop specializes in the design and creation of social and ballroom dancewear, athleisure wear, dresses and gowns for special events and costume embellishments.12 ArtCraft

Building StopFOUNT2570 Superior Ave.FOUNT is a design and production house based out of Cleveland with a focus on luxury leather bags and other accessories.Wally KaplanArtCraft Building, 2530 Superior Ave., #400This artist specializes in figurative and landscape themes. Her medium is oil and pastels.Bonnie Dolin StudioArtCraft Building2570 Superior Ave., Sixth FloorEnjoy paintings, prints and pastels.Rita Schuenemann ArtCraft Bullding, 2530 Superior Ave., #400This artist’s studio features oil paintings of landscapes, still lives, portraiture and city scenes. Also available are prints of these original works of art.Paulette ArcherArtcraft Building, 2530 Superior Ave., #400This working studio focuses on paintings using oil, watercolor, acrylic and mixed media. Open by appointment.

Baila Litton StudioArtCraft Building, 2530 Superior Ave., #406This mixed media/painter features large-scale works on paper and focuses on the sensation of individuality and uniqueness, in the invitation to stare, in the tractor beam lockdown between the painting and the viewer.13 Superior Arts

District Stop Superior Hot Glass

1588 E. 40th St.This glassblowing facility offers classes, group events, demonstrations and rental time.

Loft Works Gallery1667 E. 40th St., 1 ALoftworks Gallery is an art gallery committed to providing artists a space to show their work in a friendly environment bridging the St Clair/Superior Arts District and Asia town. It also provides an ideal space for smaller special events and meetings.14 Asia Town

Center StopNegative SpaceAsian Town Center, 3820 Superior Ave., Second FloorNegative Space is a 501c3 nonprofit community gathering space providing a platform for emerging artists of all disciplines. Free monthly events include the last Saturday Open Mic, the last Saturday of every month, coinciding with a featured visual artist exhibit opening reception. Discover a unique hidden oasis of art and people.15 Community Mural

Installation Stop2201 Superior Ave.Site of future Superior Arts District Community Mural with the support of Campus District and SPARX City Hop.

Mike Levy Suite 106 A photographer for The Plain Dealer for 16 years, Mike Levy left the newspaper and started Mike Levy Photography LLC, where he is currently working. Robert Banks Suite 102 Robert Banks has had his films shown at the Sundance Film Festival and was named “Filmmaker of the Year” at the Midwest Filmmakers Conference.Scott Murphy Suite 117 Explore perception and affect in everyday encounters; balance, fluidity and growth.

Straight ShooterSuite 111Specializing in commercial work, Dan Morgan is always experimenting with new ways to help clients sell their products or services through creative photography and image manipulation.Susan AllenSuite 110Susan Allen captures in oil the seductive qualities of atmosphere and natural light in landscape and still life.William Martin Jean Studio and GallerySuite 101Discover an exhibit of recent work by the artist, along with work from the workshop for the homeless clients he instructs.

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Trolley StopsStart at 11 a.m. — Last pick up at 6 p.m.

1 MAIN HUBGREEN LINE 2 Market Square Park Stop3 Spaces Stop4 Transformer Station Stop5 Veterans Memorial Bridge

& Subway Station Stop6 Green Line Transfer Stop

RED LINE 7 Warehouse District Stop 8 Flats East Bank Stop9 Gateway District Stop

BLUE LINE10 Tower Press Building Stop11 Superior Sound Stop12 ArtCraft Building Stop13 Superior Arts District Stop14 Asia Town Center Stop15 Community Mural

Installation Stop

New to SPARX in 2018




16TH ANNUAL










11 a.m. to 1 p.m. 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. 4 to 6 p.m.


Homegrown Revival






Beatnik Playboys







Magnetosphere





Blast From the Past





2018 SPARX City Hop

PERFORMING ARTISTS







16TH ANNUAL










11 a.m. to 1 p.m. 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. 4 to 6 p.m.


Homegrown Revival






Beatnik Playboys







Magnetosphere





Blast From the Past





2018 SPARX City Hop

PERFORMING ARTISTS




2018 sparx city hop th annual performing …€¦ · el of the bridge was widely popular ......

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