Downtown
Bob PerkoskiDowntown Cleveland
During the day, downtown Cleveland functions as the governmental, commercial and legal nucleus of Cuyahoga County. Daily, tens of thousands of people commute here to work at law firms, banks, insurance companies and in municipal offices. At the end of the day, many of those people get in cars or hop on trains and return home to far-flung suburbs. But not all of them. More and more, people are choosing to call downtown home, taking up residence in warehouse lofts, sleek new condos and apartments carved out of former office buildings. Hovering at 98-percent occupancy, the residential market in downtown Cleveland is at its highest point in 60 years.
The Kimpton Schofield Hotel is celebrating Pride Month with a special package that includes complimentary cocktails and a donation to The Trevor Project. The hotel holds historical significance as having one of the city's first gay bars in the same location.
Thousands of people attended the No Kings protest in downtown Cleveland on Saturday to show their opposition to the Washington, D.C. military parade. Photographers Brady Dindia and Bob Perkoski documented the day.
Clevelanders showed their true colors on Saturday at the Pride in the CLE 2025 march and celebration, organized by the LGBT Community Center of Greater Cleveland. Thousands of people gathered downtown to celebrate and support the LGBTQ+ community. The event featured a march through the city streets, followed by a festival with food trucks, vendors, and live entertainment.
The Teen Writers' Symposium, organized by Lake Erie Ink and Cleveland State University's English Department, is designed to inspire young writers with interactive workshops, panel discussions, and meet-and-greets with acclaimed local and regional authors. The event will cover various genres including poetry, fiction, fantasy, and graphic novels, and a chance to connect with like-minded peers.
Northeast Ohio's bookstores will celebrate the 12th annual Independent Bookstore Day this Saturday April 26. Eighteen local bookshops will participate in the nationwide event, offering a range of activities including author readings, signings, giveaways, and a region-wide bookstore crawl.
CLE-Vignettes are photos that show how people in Northeast Ohio spend their time—what they are doing for fun and entertainment or just hanging out with friends and family. Share your CLE-Vignette with us!
Catholic Charities, Diocese of Cleveland will distribute 12,000 free holiday meals on Easter, on-site at the Bishop William M. Cosgrove Center and with home delivery throughout greater Cleveland. Volunteers, local businesses, and parishes will help in the effort. Community members can register for meal delivery, volunteer, or make monetary donations.
A group of 10 teenage designers recently participated in a graphic design clinic as part of the Cleveland Cavaliers' "Bigger than Basketball" initiative. The students designed warm-up shirts worn by the Cleveland Charge, the NBA G League affiliate of the Cavs, during their final home game of the season.
The Soldiers' & Sailors' Monument in Public Square has announced its spring calendar of events, featuring both new and returning activities. Highlights include the popular Tunnel Tours in April, a Veterans' Mental Health Fair in May, and the dedication of the new Harvey the Civil War Dog statue—culminating in a Memorial Day observance at the end of May.
CLE-Vignettes are photos that show how people in Northeast Ohio spend their time—what they are doing for fun and entertainment, or how they are just spending time with friends and family. Share your CLE-Vignette with us!
The Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority swore in 14 new transit police officers last week. Now they will train before getting their permanent assignments.
Cleveland Mayor Justin Bibb declared March 1 "USS Cleveland Day" during the unveiling of the LEGO scale model of the Navy's soon-to-be commissioned USS Cleveland.
The 11th annual Accelerate: Citizens Make Change civic pitch competition drew 32 aspiring entrepreneurs to pitch 24 innovative initiatives in categories like social change, climate innovation, and education. Top honors went to teenage brothers who created a youth employment program for neighborhood services.
Canalway celebrated its 40th anniversary earlier this month with the approval of new design plans for the 22-acre Canal Basin Park along the Cuyahoga River. The interpretive park will honor the city's industrial heritage while adding a gathering place on Cleveland's riverfront landscape.
The Cleveland Leadership Center's 11th annual Accelerate: Citizens Make Change civic pitch competition will take place on Thursday, Feb. 20, at the Huntington Convention Center. The 26 participants have the chance to win seed money for their ideas to improve Northeast Ohio.
The Cleveland Restoration Society is offering its members an exclusive Snoop! Tour to preview the new Fidelity Hotel, on East 6th Street. The historic building, first named the Fidelity Building and later the Baker Building, is rich in history and architectural features. Led by historic preservation consultants Naylor Wellman, LLC, members can explore the adaptive reuse transformation from 1919 office building to a modern hotel.
The Salvation Army Greater Cleveland will host Santa and Mrs. Claus at the Zelma George Family Shelter, delivering toys to families in need.
The 43rd Annual Cleveland Turkey Trot brought many racers in costume. After polling FreshWater readers, we now have the winners of first annual Turkey Trot Costume Poll, with prizes awarded to Buddy the Elf, the Grinch Family, and a costumed dog.
Vote for your favorite pet, human, and group costumes from las week's 43rd annual Cleveland Turkey Trot.
More than 9,000 participants will celebrate Thanksgiving next week in the 43rd annual Cleveland Turkey Trot. And don't forget to vote for the winners of the annual costume contest on FreshWater after the event!