Arts + Culture

Derf's new graphic novel ‘Kent State’ takes on tragic shooting
Shaker Heights illustrator Derf Backderf has a new book coming out in April. "Kent State: Four Dead in Ohio" will arrive less than a month before the 50th anniversary of the tragic event.
Something wild: Wildroots Modern Market puts down roots at Van Aken District in Shaker Heights
The newest place for Cleveland's movers and makers to convene is Wildroots Modern Market, making its debut at the Van Aken District Feb. 9.
The circus is in town: Wizbang Circus Theatre finds permanent home in Cleveland Heights
Wizbang Circus Theatre is taking over a performance space across the street from Cleveland Heights High School, allowing them to expand on their unique brand of variety shows.
A sloppy spring is on tap, according to Cleveland weather prophet Casimir the Cat
Forget Punxsutawney Phil. Want to know what kind of spring Cleveland will have? Get Casimir the Cat a pierogi with sour cream.
Free Stamp: All things free in the #CLE for February 2020Powered by Cuyahoga Arts & Culture
FreshWater Cleveland's monthly "Free Stamp" feature rounds up the freshest free events in Cleveland. This feature is powered by Cuyahoga Arts & Culture.
Sofar Sounds turns up the volume to make Cleveland a full-time city
After six years, Sofar Sounds is amping up its Cleveland presence to at least 10 shows per month—keeping its ethos of "intimate shows in unexpected spaces" intact.
Shazam! Can comic books slay the high functional illiteracy rate in Mt. Pleasant?

Like the millions of moviegoers who saw "Black Panther" on its opening weekend in February 2018, Dawn Arrington was captivated by the film’s superhero story brought to life by a predominantly black cast. But unlike most of those moviegoers, Arrington took it a step further to become a hero in her own right.

PHOTOS: Orchid Mania takes over Cleveland Botanical Garden
Orchid Mania is in full bloom once again in University Circle.
#PeopleofCLE: Greg, pet photographer with a passion
"I think if you really want something and try hard and work—I had to work 60 to 70 hours a week my first couple years—but hard work pays off."
Ch-ch-ch-changes: Photos of Cleveland, then and now
It's here today, gone tomorrow in ever-changing Cleveland. Bob Perkoski captures the shifting landscape of our town in his role as managing photographer for FreshWater Cleveland. Take a good look around when you can, because what you see now won't be here forever.
Slideshow: 'Cleveland 20/20' photo exhibit at downtown library captures beauty of urban scenes
“Cleveland 20/20: A Snapshot of Our City” presents nearly 200 photographs by 25 photographers capturing the urban grit and glamour of Cleveland, on display at the Cleveland Public Library.
FreshWater editor to teach 12-week 'Artist's Way' course at The Green House in February
Often, when I talk to people I meet in Cleveland about The Artist's Way, they haven't heard of it, but they're intrigued and want to learn more. That's why I'm so excited to once again offer "CLE-ative Groove," a dedicated 12-week course based on Julia Cameron's best-selling book.
#PeopleofCLE: Landon, a hopeful Christian in Euclid-Green
"I didn’t really think much of it for a long time, but I decided to start taking it seriously and learn what it means to be a Christian first around my junior year of high school."
24 Hours in #CLE: DJ personality Rachel Hunt lines up her perfect day in the city
A connoisseur of Cleveland, networking whiz Rachel Hunt shares some of her favorite spots for eating, drinking, shopping and just hanging out in our town.
#PeopleofCLE: Tyler, a keyboard wizard since 6
"It wasn’t until college that I decided to take guitar lessons. It was ironic that all the stuff I taught myself was technically correct."
Filmmaker connects Cleveland to environmental success stories
Brad Masi uses the art of filmmaking to show how local actions in Northeast Ohio can address environmental issues such as transportation, urban agriculture and climate change.
Free Stamp: All things free in the #CLE for January 2020Powered by Cuyahoga Arts & Culture
FreshWater Cleveland's monthly "Free Stamp" feature rounds up the freshest free events in Cleveland.
Join FreshWater Cleveland for a free storytelling event in Euclid
Join FreshWater Cleveland as we celebrate Euclid’s vibrant history, beauty, and future through an inspiring evening of storytelling at Euclid Public Library.
Nola Movement prepares to open inside UNBar Cafe in Larchmere in January
Nike Olabisi is always on the move, and she’s about to take the Larchmere neighborhood with her.
Cuyahoga Arts & Culture to grant $11.8 million to 277 local arts organizations in 2020
Cuyahoga Arts & Culture awarded grants to 277 nonprofit groups in November, including four profiled here: Dunham Tavern and Museum; Ensemble Theatre; Hasani Management; and Food Strong.