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[ May 25, 2012 12:00 pm to May 27, 2012 9:00 pm. ]   On the West Side of Cleveland there is a hidden gem that’s just a stone’s throw away from downtown Cleveland. Those who know about it are lucky, and those who don’t should learn more about this awesome little town.  It’s one of the coolest places in Cleveland, resembling a more modern Chagrin Falls with more [...]

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[ June 3, 2012; 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm. ]   What do you do when your cool event Taste of Lakewood outgrows its venue? You move to an even hipper joint, the Templar Industrial Park, known as The Screw Factory. Hosted by the Lakewood Chamber of Commerce, Taste of Lakewood has leapt to the forefront of local cuisine events, featuring dozens of the region's finest eateries, [...]

Posted in ArtsBizTechCivic AffairsCultureNewsSarah Valek

Gritty Rust Belt cities are on the rise… and the nation is taking notice. Cleveland, along with Pittsburgh, Detroit and St. Louis, are attracting young residents and becoming a sort of “new Brooklyn” without really trying (which is good; authenticity is — and should be — our thing). Salon.com explores this phenomenon in Rust Belt chic: [...]

Posted in Civic AffairsCultureDrinksEatsNewsSarah Valek

It’s no secret that Michael Symon does — and always will — love Cleveland. Just check out his Love Letter to Cleveland in the Huffington Post. Here’s a tidbit of love: “I don’t care that you are misunderstood by many and love many more. Hell, I don’t even care that you have multiple personalities, calling [...]

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[ May 25, 2012; 8:00 pm; ] Fri 5/25 @ 8 - 9:15pm Frogs are awesome. Venture out and discover them in their natural habitat at the next Family Friday Night @ North Chagrin Reservation. About: Frogs can be colorful, strange or plain - all of them have important roles in nature. See weird and wonderful tropical frogs and some native [...]

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[ May 30, 2012; 9:00 pm; ] Wed 5/30 @ 6:30 - 9:30pm Ladies, meet up with other biking women for an adventure around town. The May ride starts off at Market Avenue Wine Bar in Ohio City, goes to Gordon Square, stops at Room Service for shopping and then meets up with the boys at ABC Tavern. https://www.facebook.com [mappress mapid="512"]

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[ May 25, 2012; 8:00 pm; ] Fri 5/25 @ 6:30pm CASH MOB!! Gather your friends and mob up at Star Pop for an evening of vintage shopping, drinks and a free Rubblebucket show @ the Beachland Ballroom afterwards. Bring $20 and give Star Pop a boost. http://Twitter.com [mappress mapid="1065"]

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  The Northeast Ohio Sustainable Communities Consortium attracted about 150 active citizens to Brothers Lounge on 5/16/12 to their Vibrant NEO conversation to discuss their ideas for creating a more vibrant NEO. Participants scribbled their ideas on large sheets of paper stretched across the pub tables, sipped brews and brainstormed. Dan Malthrop of Civic Commons hosted and a [...]

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  Cash Mobs were started by Andrew Samtoy in Cleveland, and are now happening on every continent on earth (except Antarctica). Listen to him talk about the three rules of Cash Mobs and where the movement is headed. Contact Heather Diana Vaselaney: http://www.twitter.com/callunaanavee for info on the Cash Mob planned for the Waterloo Arts District on Fri [...]

Posted in Civic AffairsCultureEducationEventsFreeHistoryHotOutdoorsSarah Valek

[ May 26, 2012; 8:00 pm; ] Sat 5/26 @ noon - 2pm Euclid Avenue is teeming with spectacular (and forgotten) places. Uncover some of these historic gems on an East Cleveland Walking Tour of Industry, Art & Architecture led by Cleveland Area History founding editor Christopher Busta-Peck. [Pictured: The Luster Tannery.] http://SPACESgallery.org [mappress mapid="1060"]

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[ May 26, 2012; 8:00 pm; ] Sat 5/26 @ 10am - 5pm Bargains are coming to Larchmere Blvd. Check out the annual Larchmere Spring Sidewalk Sale for steals, deals and 20 - 50% off books. ShopLOCAL, ShopCHEAP. http://Larchmere.com [mappress mapid="1059"]

Posted in EatsEducationEventsFreeGreenHealthyKidsSarah Valek

[ May 30, 2012; 8:00 pm; ] Wed 5/30 @ 6:30 - 8:30pm Can women thrive on a plant-based diet from pregnancy and beyond? How about children? Yes and yes. Hear a Maternal & Pediatric Vegan Nutrition Presentation from Anya Todd R.D.. Get the scoop on nutrition and enjoy a free vegan dinner. About Anya: "Anya Todd RD, LD is a registered dietitian specializing [...]

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[ May 26, 2012; 8:00 pm; ] Sat 5/26 @ 8pm The Cleveland Velodrome is coming... and it's your turn to help out the cause. $8 gets you into this Benefit for the Cleveland Velodrome @ Happy Dog, with The Suede Brothers, Alan Madej, John Kalman, D-503, and DJSleepy C. http://www.HappyDogCleveland.com http://clevelandvelodrome.org [mappress mapid="511"]

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[ May 24, 2012; 7:00 pm; ] Thu 5/24 @ 6 - 8pm You can't afford to miss the Artwood Derby aka the SPACES Cup. Toy cars, beer, madness... We'll let them explain: Thursday! Thursday! THURSDAY! See five monstrous ounces of bone-crushing madness careen down the track at break-neck speeds. Get a heaping helping of danger-a duel of fate where only one [...]

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[ May 30, 2012; 6:00 am; ] Wed 5/30 @ 10am - 2pm People re-entering society after a stint in prison have an uphill battle. Everything is harder for an ex-offender -- finding a job, decent housing... etc. The City of Cleveland wants to help. They've organized the 2012 Reentry Resource Exposition featuring services that can help you or your clients in areas such [...]

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[ May 20, 2012; 1:00 am; ] Sun 5/20 @ 7pm This unique event will be the most magical night in Cleveland's Warehouse District this year. This theme party will bring back memories for some, and be a fun interactive history lesson for others. Baby Bash is certainly for everyone with a touch of class! On Sun 5/20, Cleveland will be paying homage to [...]

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[ May 20, 2012; 1:00 am; ] Sun 5/20 @ 4pm Drink Local Drink Tap (DLDT) is an organization led by a native Northeast Ohioan who rows, sails, kayaks, and loves local water. Erin Huber, Executive Director of DLDT, is empowering kids and communities to Make Waves from Cleveland to Uganda. DLDT is on a mission to creatively reconnect people with water through film, [...]

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[ May 19, 2012; 1:00 am; ] Sat 5/19 @ 10am Crafty Goodness and the Cleveland Craft Coalition will be teaming up for "A Craftastrophe!" Over 20 local vendors will be displaying their handmade wares at Around the Corner in Lakewood. Crafty Goodness will offer Ohio themed art, bath products, jewelry and much more. “A Craftastrophe!” is free to attend and promises to be a [...]

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[ May 20, 2012; 1:00 am; ] Sun 5/20 @ 7am The 35th Annual Rite Aid Cleveland Marathon is coming to a neighborhood near you. Spectators of this 26.3 mile race can get a glimpse of the extreme runners in many unique neighborhoods in the city including Downtown, Edgewater, Detroit Shoreway, Ohio City, Tremont, Playhouse Square, Fairfax, Asiatown, and University Circle. The race will [...]

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[ May 17, 2012; 12:00 am; ] Thu 5/17 @ 7pm Ever wonder what is was like to be an illustrator? Rocky River Public Library is giving you the chance to delve into the minds of three well respected individuals. Illustrators George Kocar, Pam Spremulli [pictured], and Milan Kecman will be present on May 17 at 7:00 p.m. for an evening with the arts. [...]