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.

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.

Thursday, April 9 marks the first Local News Day, a national initiative led by journalists and media innovators to strengthen local journalism across the country. FreshWater Cleveland, an independent, award-winning news source serving Greater Cleveland since 2010, invites readers to support FreshWater's mission.

The LGBT Community Center of Greater Cleveland will host its Queer Clothing Swap this Saturday, March 7, in the Detroit Shoreway. Bbring one bag of gently-used clothing and shop for some new-to-you items while supporting both gender expression and sustainability.

Cleveland Heights native Laila Edwards helped Team USA's women's hockey team capture the gold medal at the 2026 Winter Olympics this week Fans cheered at at New Heights Grill and Reuben Kutash documented the celebration.

Fairfax Renaissance Development Corporation (FRDC) is hosting a series of on-site hiring events throughout February, connecting job seekers directly with employers who are actively hiring. The events feature opportunities in healthcare, transportation, customer service, and public service.

Concord Casimir, the famous weather-predicting cat, today made his annual Groundhog Day forecast for Northeast Ohio. The cat has had flawless track record since 2014—predicting the arrival of spring based on how he eats his pierogis. Concord Casimir experienced a rare "pierogi vortex" this year. Find out what this means for our weather.

Cleveland residents braved frigid temperatures yesterday Downtown Cleveland Inc.'s inaugural Pop-Up Snow Day with tubing on Mall B. Photographer Reuben Kutash caught the fun on camera.

Tomorrow, Saturday, Jan. 24, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., people of all talents and abilities are invited to Waterloo Arts for a Brite Winter workshop to fill in life-sized figures with Day Glo paint  for Cleveland's winter arts and music festival. Brite Winter debuts in its new location in the Waterloo Arts District on February 21.

Today is the Winter Solstice, the shortest day of the year. Here are some reflections, and some hope, as we mark the day and start the climb back to more daylight.

Nearly 10,000 participants gathered in downtown Cleveland for the 44th Annual Cleveland Turkey Trot, featuring runners, spectators, and creative costume enthusiasts. After two weeks of voting, FreshWater readers selected their favorite costumes across three categories. See who won!

Cleveland's 44th annual Turkey Trot saw a record-breaking 9,658 participants on Thanksgiving. Now, FreshWater's Second annual Turkey Trot Costume Contest is open for public voting through Monday, Dec. 8, with winners in individual, group, and pet divisions receiving prizes from FreshWater, CLE Urban Winery, and Lake Erie Pet Food.

The Shaker Arts Council and Craft Kinship will present a Holiday Art Market at Van Aken District on Saturday, Dec. 13, featuring works by Cleveland Institute of Art students, alumni, and emerging artists. The one-day event will offer handmade glass, ceramics, jewelry, and other crafts, with 20% of proceeds supporting the Shaker Arts Council.

FreshWater Cleveland will host its second annual Turkey Trot Costume Contest for participants of the 44th Cleveland Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 27. Participants can submit photos of their costumes in individual, group, or pet divisions until Dec. 1, with voting open until Dec. 8.

The YMCA of Greater Cleveland has some tips on making Halloween a safe and inclusive experience for all children. The Y's Natisha Bowling offers advice on managing anxiety, addressing food allergies, supporting sensory sensitivities, and ensuring safety while trick-or-treating to create a positive Halloween experience for every child.

CLE-Vignettes are photos that show how people in Northeast Ohio spend their time—what they’re doing for fun and entertainment, or how they are just spending time with friends and family. Want to submit your CLE-Vignette? Just email your best CLE-Vignette to photographer@freshwatercleveland.com with your photo, your name, the names of anyone pictured in the photo, where you are, and what you are doing. We look forward to seeing you!

CLE-Vignettes are photos that show how people in Northeast Ohio spend their time—what they’re doing for fun and entertainment, or how they are just spending time with friends and family. Want to submit your CLE-Vignette? Just email your best CLE-Vignette to photographer@freshwatercleveland.com with your photo, your name, the names of anyone pictured in the photo, where you are, and what you are doing. We look forward to seeing you!

CLE-Vignettes are photos that show how people in Northeast Ohio spend their time—what they’re doing for fun and entertainment, or how they are just spending time with friends and family. Want to submit your CLE-Vignette? Just email your best CLE-Vignette to photographer@freshwatercleveland.com with your photo, your name, the names of anyone pictured in the photo, where you are, and what you are doing. We look forward to seeing you!

Malley's Chocolates is reintroducing their popular chocolate caramel apple slices this weekend only, from Friday, Sept. 19 through Sunday, Sept. 21.

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