By Debby Samples, Cleveland International Film Festival

The 2011 – 2012 Film (and other ARTS) Feasts series is just around the corner and we have something for everyone’s arts appetite! From visual arts, to sport stories, to culinary delights we cover the spectrum of unique events that will leave you with a smile. Join us for one or all ten of these events that begin in October and run through February. These events are put on by the Cleveland International Film Festival trustees and staff with all ticket sales going back to support the organization.

Our kick-off event on Saturday, October 15th showcases one of Cleveland’s own. “Modern Family” executive producer and writer Dan O’Shannon returns to Cleveland as our special guest for a night of amusing storytelling and Q&A where attendees get a chance to ask some of the questions. Mark Dawidziak, Plain Dealer Television Critic, will join us at the Studio Theatre on the Tri-C Metro campus as the emcee of the evening. Mark will no doubt have his work cut out for him trying to keep up with this Cleveland native. We’ll hear all about the on-set antics of Dan’s current gig, as well as stories from his past projects as head writer of such shows as “Frasier” and “Cheers.”

To order tickets, please visit www.clevelandfilm.org or call 216.623.3456 14.