The Chagrin Valley Jaycees’ Blossom Time returns to Chagrin Falls over Memorial Day weekend—beginning tomorrow, Thursday, May 21 through Sunday, May 24, with  carnival rides, entertainment, and food. One of the of most anticipated traditions arrives Thursday evening—when Balloon Glow fills the Chagrin Falls skies with a colorful tribute to one of aviation’s earliest wonders.

Cuyahoga County Public Library invites readers of all ages and abilities to dig into books this summer with its 2026 Summer Reading Challenge. "Unearth a Story" features a prehistoric-theme, a focus on dinosaurs and archaeology, and urges participants to build daily reading habits—offering activities and rewards that spark curiosity and prevent summer learning loss.

Despite an early shutdown due to large crowds, organizers of the 17th Cleveland Asian Festival say this year’s event was one of the best. Festival leaders highlighted the community’s enthusiasm and encouraged visitors to support AsiaTown businesses. Photographer Reuben Kutash documented the fun!

NRP Group's $50 million mixed-use project called Mingyue Place will transform the former Dave’s Market site in AsiaTown with housing, commercial space, a Cleveland Public Library branch, a park, and other amenities—all shaped by community input.

Cleveland Metroparks announced the return of its free Summer Concert Series, featuring eight Thursday evening concerts at Euclid Beach Park and Edgewater Beach beginning June 11. Enjoy live music against the backdrop of Lake Erie. 

Greater Cleveland Habitat for Humanity invites volunteers to help frame walls for future homes as part of the Pope Leo Village initiative in Buckeye-Woodhill. The effort is inspired by Pope Leo XIV’s commitment to service, work to expand affordable homeownership opportunities, and engaging the community in hands-on service.

The Cleveland Museum of Art’s Parade the Circle returns June 13 with a "Momentum" theme inspired by CMA’s “American Printed Silks” exhibit. Parade prep is in its new creative home at the CMA Community Arts Center. Lead artist Hector Castellanos Lara says participants are ready with elaborate costumes and decorations!

A year-long community engagement effort in the Hough neighborhood ensures residents play a central role in shaping redevelopment and cultural preservation. Led by Rhodes Heritage Group, MidTown Cleveland, and ThirdSpace Action Lab, the initiative gathered community input to guide investments and shape neighborhood identity.

South Euclid city officials are optimistic about the future of the former Notre Dame College campus after Akron Children’s Hospital was the successful bidder in an auction last week. Officials say they hope the property will continue its legacy of community use as a regional healthcare center while also creating new opportunities for residents.

Acclaimed horticulturist and author Abra Lee will visit Cleveland Botanical Garden on May 16 to discuss the overlooked contributions of Black gardeners, farmers, and growers and the lasting impact of their work on American horticulture and agriculture.

Shaker Heights native Jeff Friedman's lifelong love of orcas led him to build a new life in Washington's Friday Harbor—leading whale watching tours on the Salish Sea. Friedman's Maya's Legacy is now up for best whale watching company in USA Today's readers' poll. Learn how to vote here!

Seasonal allergies can be relentless in Northeast Ohio, where overlapping pollen seasons and environmental conditions create prolonged exposure. Dr. Gary Grosel explains what’s happening inside the body with allergies and shares practical ways to reduce symptoms and manage exposure.

Cuyahoga Arts & Culture (CAC) has opened applications for its 2027 Project Support grant program, offering grants ranging from $1,000 to $7,500 to nonprofit organizations producing arts and cultural programs in Cuyahoga County.

A group of Cleveland architecture enthusiasts recently received a rare opportunity to tour the Greenbrier Suite inside Terminal Tower—the lavish English Gothic residence, once occupied by Oris and Mantis Van Sweringen. The evening offered visitors an intimate look at one of downtown Cleveland’s most hidden architectural treasures.

Cuyahoga County this week broke ground on the $15 million Euclid Beach Connector Trail, a two-thirds-of-a-mile multimodal pathway that will transform private beachfront into public lakefront access in Collinwood. The project involves property owners granting easements in exchange for shoreline stabilization—giving more than 1,000 residents access to Lake Erie.

The BorderLight Theatre Festival returns to Playhouse Square July 8-11, featuring productions across 15 stages with artists from 12 states and three countries. The four-day fringe festival offers live performances and diverse programming with flexible ticket options and a commitment to accessibility. The festival kicks off with Fringe Unleashed, a high-energy preview night at The City Club of Cleveland.

Players from multiple generations took the field at Cleveland’s historic League Park for a Forest City Baseball Club scrimmage that blended competition with reflection. After the game, the players shared stories of legendary players and moments tied to the field.

The Cleveland Asian Festival returns May 16 and 17 with its largest celebration to date, featuring a record number of vendors, expanded culinary offerings, and a full slate of cultural programming. From K-pop performances and traditional dance to community initiatives, this year's festival highlights the diversity and growing impact of AsiaTown.

Greater Cleveland Partnership's Council of Smaller Enterprises (COSE) opened applications for season nine of Cleveland Chain Reaction. The the small business pitch competition has connected winning businesses to more than $1.8 million in capital since 2017. This year offers $10,000, $20,000, and $40,000 prizes.

The Cleveland Museum of Natural History extends its reach far beyond its walls with its virtual programs, summer camps, and lifelong learning opportunities for all ages. From local classrooms to remote communities, CMNH connects audiences to science, nature, and discovery.