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The 2017 Induct- Spectacular waterfront views, the region’s 10825 East Boulevard, Cleveland; 216.721.5722 ees exhibit provides visitors a behind-the top choice for live music, and Cleveland Com- DOME Theater scenes glimpse into the impactful lives and fort Food await you at the Rusty Anchor at the music of the 2017 inductees — Joan Baez, Music Box on the West Bank of the Cuyahoga ELO, Journey, Pearl Jam, Nile Rodgers, Tu- River in what is one of Cleveland’s most popu- pac Shakur, and Yes. Get a backstage pass lar entertainment districts—The Flats. Open into Rolling Stone magazine’s vast archive Wednesday through Sunday starting at 4pm, of award-winning music, political and this venue features the tantalizing creations cultural reporting in its newest exhibit, of Chef Dennis Devies, who enjoys crafting “Rolling Stone / 50 Years” (through April his own twists on Cleveland Comfort Food in- 2018). 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