📰 Cleveland’s Lakefront Glow-Up Continues at East 55th 🚤

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In today’s 216 Scoop Edition:

• Metroparks East 55th Maria project latest in a lakefront success story

• This Shaq of a modern mansion could be yours

• Barnyard mayhem takes animals on wild ride at Cedar Point

• Aussie punk powerhouse Amy hits Agora

• A Mother’s Day fit for a kangaroo

  
  
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IN THE NEWS

Metroparks East 55th Marina project latest in lakefront success story

For decades, civic leaders tossed around lofty ideas about transforming the lakefront. Getting something done was another story. The neglect was too deep – and pollution, a lack of safety and overall apathy seemed too big to overcome.

Then came Cleveland Metroparks – one of the area’s great success stories.

Since taking over management of the Lake Erie lakefront in 2013, it has transformed the shoreline from a neglected, industrial relic into a vibrant, accessible public asset by breaking it up into a series of manageable projects.

Say bon voyage for the latest endeavor: Patrick S. Parker Community Sailing Center.

Th $18.5 million project will create the first community sailing center of its kind along Lake Erie in Ohio. It provides “unprecedented public access and sailing opportunities to the region,” according to Cleveland Metroparks CEO Brian M. Zimmerman.

Set to open in 2026, it will feature learning spaces, community areas, concessions, dining and places to soak in views of the lake.

In other words, the project mixes beautification and safety measures with amenities and activities to connect people with areas many of them never knew – because they were dead zones for so long.

It’s a template Metroparks has used in a variety of projects along the Cuyahoga and the lake – from Merwin’s Wharf in Rivergate Park (2014) to Edgewater Beach House (2017) to Euclid Beach Pier (2018) to Wendy Park Bridge (2021).

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This Shaq of a modern mansion could be yours

Ever dream of shooting free throws like Shaq? Well, um, OK, probably not. After all, he was one of the worst free-throw shooters in NBA history.

But you can own the basketball court where he spent many grueling (and futile) hours practicing free throws while playing for the Cavs in 2009-2010.

The Richfield home where Shaq once lived is on sale for a mere $2.75 million.

The 12,300-square-foot hulk features, yes, a full indoor court, along with five bedrooms, six bathrooms and sprawling kitchen and dining areas. It also rolls out a 400-gallon aquarium, movie theater, pub-style bar, cigar lounge and a wine room that stores 400 bottles.

The Shaq of Houses at 3377 East Galloway Drive has appeared in an episode of “Total Divas” -- where WWE wrestler and Parma native the Miz tries to convince his wife, former wrestler Maryse, to buy the house so they could move from California to Ohio.

“This house is amazing, but it’s in Cleveland,” she says, before vetoing the idea.

Her loss could be your gain.

“This is more than a home, it is a legacy property,” says the Agency, which is handling the listing. “Bold, beautiful, and absolutely one-of-a-kind.”

Barnyard mayhem takes animals on wild ride at Cedar Point

Cedar Point promised a lot of new attractions for this season. This one came as a complete surprise.

Guests were taken aback when a pack of alpacas busted out of the park’s petting zoo on Friday and took a walk on the wild side. They strolled along the railroad tracks behind the popular Millennium Force roller coaster, according to a Cedar Point spokesperson.

It was the third insurrection on the animal farm in less than a year. Last June, two camels and 15 goats escaped the Barnyard in two separate incidents.

No one was hurt in any of the incidents – though the camel escapade went viral when a camel almost kicked a man in motorized wheelchair. Video here.

As a result, the park adopted additional safety measures to lock down the Barnyard, which is also home to sheep, cows, pigs and donkeys.

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The 216 Rundown

Aussie punk powerhouse hits Agora

Australia has been a hotbed for punk rock ever since the Saints released “I’m Stranded” in 1976. Amyl and the Sniffers builds on the country’s proud past and cranks it up a notch, well, maybe three. Since 2016, the Melbourne powerhouse led by singer Amy Taylor has been at the forefront of the latest wave of punk – and has transcended the scene to achieve rock stardom. At 7 p.m. Tuesday, the group hits the Agora. More info here.

MJ Lenderman brings fresh take on the familiar to Globe Iron

Somewhere between country twang, indie, folk and class-rock sits MJ Lenderman – the singer-songwriter from North Carolina who has become a cult hero to music fans looking for fresh takes on familiar styles and sounds. At 7 p.m. Tuesday, Lenderman will bring his whimsical, witty ditties to Globe Iron. This is Lorelei opens. More info here.

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A Mother’s Day fit for a kangaroo

Just in time for Mother’s Day, the Cleveland Metroparks welcomed a joey – the first offspring of mom Modi and dad Kiari. Baby kangaroos typically remain fully dependent on the pouch for protection and nourishment for the initial six to nine months. Once it’s ready to venture out it will be visible to guests in the Zoo’s Australian Adventure habitat.

VINTAGE CLEVELAND

Cleveland, 1973. You’ve come a long way, baby. In the 1960s and 1970s, Lake Erie was widely considered a "dead lake" due to severe pollution. This was primarily caused by excessive nutrient loading, particularly phosphorus, from agricultural runoff, sewage, and industrial discharge. It led to massive algal blooms, which depleted oxygen levels in the lake, creating "dead zones" and harming aquatic life.

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WEATHER

Monday, May 12

72 🌡️ 51 | ☁️ | 0% | 💨 WSW 10 mph (9 knots)

Tuesday, May 13

68 🌡️ 61 | 🌧️ | 80% | 💨 WSW 9 mph (8 knots)

Wednesday, May 14

69 🌡️ 60 | 🌧️ | 65% | 💨 WSW 9 mph (8 knots)

_{Please note that weather conditions can change rapidly. For the most up-to-date information, consider checking a reliable local weather service.}

Live Shows in the 216

Monday – May 12

• Agora Theater & Ballroom | Insane Clown Posse | 7:00 PM

• Goodyear Theater | Little Feat – Strike Up The Band Tour w/ Cris Jacobs | 7:00 PM

• Little Rose Tavern | TAKAAT (of Mdou Moctar) | 8:00 PM

• No Class | Chad Price Peace Coalition | 7:00 PM

• Grog Shop | Dave Blunts | 8:00 PM

• Electrify Your Symphony | Electrify Your Strings! w/ Greg Byers & Brunswick School Orchestras | 7:00 PM

Tuesday – May 13

• Agora Theater & Ballroom | Sheer Mag | 8:00 PM

• Foundry Concert Club | Slackjaw | 7:00 PM

• Globe Iron | MJ Lenderman | 8:00 PM

• Happy Dog | Kat and the Hurricane | 8:00 PM

• House of Blues Cleveland | The Devil Makes Three | 7:00 PM

• Musica | Friend Of A Friend | 7:00 PM

• Outpost Concert Club | Huntley | 7:00 PM

• The Treelawn | GoldFord | 7:00 PM

• The Zombies Documentary | The Zombies – Hung Up On A Dream | 7:00 PM

• Unknown Venue (assumed same as May 12) | Electrify Your Strings! | 7:00 PM

• Bridge City Sinners (supporting Devil Makes Three) | 7:30 PM

• MICO | Internet Hometown Hero World Tour | 8:00 PM

Wednesday – May 14

• Beachland Ballroom & Tavern | The Furious Bongos | 8:00 PM

• Globe Iron | Baby Rose | 8:00 PM

• Grog Shop | ADULT. (Official) | 8:00 PM

• House of Blues Cleveland | G-Eazy | 7:00 PM

• Julian Taylor Music | Opening for Matt Andersen | 6:00 PM

• Kent Stage | The Wailers | 7:30 PM

• Mercury Music Lounge | Benny Page | 8:00 PM

• Music Box Supper Club | Bruce Cockburn | 8:00 PM

• Rialto Theatre | Matthew Alec Band – Swing Night | 8:00 PM

• TempleLive Cleveland Masonic | Danimal Cannon | 7:00 PM

• The Furious Bongos | Lo Marie (supporting) | 8:00 PM

• WILD GOOSE | Austin Hamilton Music | 7:00 PM

• Gather in the Gardens | The Baker’s Basement | 6:00 PM

• Food Truck Tuesdays | Victor Samalot | 11:30 AM

The 216 Sports Area

Upcoming Games

Cavaliers

Home vs. Pacers, Tuesday, 7 p.m., May 13th.

Guardians

Home vs. Brewers, Monday, 6:10 EST, May 12th (Theme Night - Hawken School Day)

Home vs. Brewers, Tuesday, 6:10 EST, May 13th

Home vs. Brewers, Wednesday, 1:10 EST, May 14th

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