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 Conservancy for Cuyahoga Valley National Park's ree outdoor music festival Rhythm on the River celebrates its fifth year as part of the park's 50th anniversary. The event series, running from June to August, features live music, historical exhibitions, and family-friendly activities, showcasing the park's rich jazz history and natural beauty.
Global Ambassadors Language Academy (GALA) in the West Park neighborhood is the state's only dual language charter academy offering immersion in Spanish and Mandarin. Since its inception in 2016, GALA has grown steadily each year, setting students up for success in an increasingly globalized world.
The South Euclid Food Truck Park will launch its third and longest season this weekend—hosting food trucks, live music, and other entertainment throughout the summer in the city's growing Mayfield-Green Downtown District.
The Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad recently hosted the 2025 Steam in the Valley, featuring the 1944 Nickel Plate Road Steam Locomotive No. 765. Passengers rode in restored and vintage rail cars, experiencing steam locomotion, while taking in the scenic views of Cuyahoga Valley National Park.
Cleveland plays a crucial role in bird migration, situated between two major migratory corridors. Audubon Society of Greater Cleveland's Harvey Webster offers insights on bird watching, conservation efforts, and the importance of creating bird-friendly habitats during Cleveland's peak bird migration season.
Ingenuity Cleveland's annual Ball, themed "Rust Belt Renaissance," returns this Saturday, May 10, offering a diverse celebration of art, music, and innovation. The 21+ event at IngenuityLabs features performances, interactive stations, and hands-on activities, encouraging attendees to embrace creativity while supporting Cleveland's artistic community.
Dr. Diana Ponsky, a refugee turned double board-certified plastic surgeon, has overcome numerous challenges to become a respected physician and mentor in her field. Her journey from fleeing Vietnam to establishing a successful practice in Ohio exemplifies resilience and determination.
FreshWater Cleveland has been recognized by the Press Club of Cleveland in the 2025 All-Ohio Excellence in Journalism Awards. Three of its writers, Karin Connelly Rice, Rebecca Cahill, and Grant Segall, will be honored for their stories covering food insecurity, outdoor experiences for urban youth, and a restaurant's resilience during the pandemic. The awards ceremony will take place on June 6 at the House of Blues.
The Cleveland Museum of Natural History is hosting the prestigious "Wildlife Photographer of the Year" exhibition, marking its first appearance in the United States. The exhibition showcases 100 photographs, capturing diverse wildlife and natural landscapes from around the world.
The new Cleveland Housing Investment Fund (CHIF) is designed to address the city's affordable housing crisis. City officials and partners hope CHIF will create up to 3,000 affordable housing units, raise $100 million for new home construction, and preserve mixed-income rental housing.
Cleveland artist Jason Toth has opened a new gallery and listening room at 78th Street Studios, combining high-end audio with Toth's hyper-colored immersive photography installations. The space creates a unique experience for art lovers and audiophiles alike.
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.
The Cleveland Museum of Natural History $150 million transformation has attracted more than 100,000 people in the first quarter of 2024, national media coverage, and now the title of 2024 Institution of the Year by the Ohio Museums Association. CMNH senior vice president and chief strategy officer Meenakshi Sharma reflects back on the transformation, and the positive reception since opening.
A long-unused dental chair at the Cuyahoga County Juvenile Detention Center has finally been put to use, thanks to a partnership with MedWish Medworks. The collaboration brings critical and routine dental care to the detained youth.
The 49th Cleveland International Film Festival (CIFF49) concluded with recognizing its award winners and exceptional independent filmmaking across various categories. The festival screened 300 feature and short films from 60 countries, distributed a total of $134,500 in cash prizes.
Holden Forests & Gardens is celebrating the achievement of its five-year goal of planting and caring for 15,000 new trees to increase Cleveland's urban tree canopy with a People for Trees Celebration Week during Arbor Day Week, April 21 to April 26. The week features activities at Holden Arboretum and Cleveland Botanical Garden.
YMCA of Greater Cleveland and Cleveland Public Theatre are collaborating for the 26th year on the Y-Haven Theatre Project, which allows Y-Haven residents to share their stories of addiction, recovery, and hope in the upcoming original play, "Roots Through Ruin."
The 49th Cleveland International Film Festival (CIFF49) kicked off at Playhouse Square last Thursday, March 27.The 10-day festival features 300 films from 60 countries. Special events, workshops, and community engagement programs are also planned, with closing night events on Saturday, April 5.
Playhouse Square is celebrating the 10th anniversary of the Dazzle Awards and Disney Musicals in Schools. These education initiatives bring performing arts to Northeast Ohio students of all ages, providing opportunities for growth and recognition through sustainable theater programs—reaching beyond its renowned Broadway productions.