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The Observer

Case Western Reserve University's independent student news source

The Observer

Case Western Reserve University's independent student news source

The Observer

Thwing Tuesday

Homecoming came to Thwing Tuesdays

Allison Duchin, Staff Reporter October 17, 2014

This week the University Program Board went above and beyond to try and start the campuswide excitement about homecoming this weekend. One of its first success was at Thwing Tuesdays. Thwing Tuesday...

K.Flay hits Mahalls 20 Lanes on Tuesday, Oct. 14.

Rapper K.Flay at Mahall’s this Tuesday

Anne Nickoloff, Arts & Entertainment Editor October 11, 2014

Live rap + bowling. If this combination grabs your attention and you've got a free Tuesday night, K.Flay is coming into Cleveland to perform at Mahall's 20 Lanes on Oct. 14. With a unique blend...

Lucas Brothers

The Lucas Bros. heading to Cleveland on Oct. 13

Julia Bianco, News Editor October 10, 2014

Keith and Kenny Lucas have mastered speaking in harmony. In their five years performing stand-up comedy together under the name The Lucas Bros., the identical twin brothers have become experts in the delicate...

Not your typical Saturday night

Temi Omilabu, Staff Reporter October 10, 2014

If you’re like me, and you can appreciate the vocal talent you don’t have when you hear it, Arts After Dark is the perfect event for you. Arts After Dark is an annual showcase for singers,...

Cleveland Museum of Art

History in the making

Alex Clarke, Contributing Reporter October 9, 2014

You might be seeing a lot more natural history in the future. Announced in December 2012, the Cleveland Museum of Natural History declared plans to expand and renovate the pre-existing building. Glenda...

Hannibal Buress

A conversation with comedian Hannibal Buress

Julia Bianco, News Editor October 3, 2014

Hannibal Buress is on his way to becoming a comedy legend. With two Comedy Central hour specials, writing credits on “Saturday Night Live” and “30 Rock” and a new headlining stand-up tour under...

Urban herbs

Maria Fazal, Staff Reporter October 3, 2014

A visit to the Cleveland Botanical Garden typically entails several elements, including breathtaking fountains, vivacious florae and intricate sculptures. Despite its location in the notoriously gray...

October Spot Night Preview

Temi Omilabu, Contributing Reporter September 29, 2014

Oct. 2: Grizfolk Make your way down to The Spot to see Grizfolk on Thursday, Oct. 2 and your soul will thank you afterward. The band just released their EP “From the Spark” which features their most...

“Thank God for Jokes”

Julia Bianco, News Editor September 19, 2014

The title of Mike Birbiglia’s new 100 city stand-up tour is undeniably accurate: “Thank God for Jokes.” Thank God indeed, as Birbiglia’s one hour set was packed full of laughs, keeping the recent...

Photos of CMAs 2014 Chalk Festival

Photos of CMA’s 2014 Chalk Festival

Anne Nickoloff, Arts & Entertainment Editor September 14, 2014

For the 25th year in a row, the Cleveland Art Museum brought professional artists and community members alike for a weekend of chalk art, covering the sidewalks in front of the building. With live music...

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