Concord Casimir, the  weather-predicting cat rescued from Historic St. Casimir Church in 2013, died on July 22 at age 13. Known for his annual Groundhog Day pierogi forecasts and his  ability to bring smiles to Northeast Ohio, Casimir leaves behind a legacy of community, tradition, and joy that his caretaker hopes to honor every Feb. 2.

Ten years after its dramatic redesign, Cleveland's Public Square has emerged to be the vibrant gathering place planners envisioned. As Downtown Cleveland, Inc. celebrates the anniversary, leaders are looking ahead with expanded programming, continued improvements, and a long-term vision of keeping the city's "living room" active year-round.

Artist Jordan "Wongface" Wong's new public art installation "Welcome Home," transforms the side of Siam Cafe into a neighborhood gateway and a vibrant celebration of AsiaTown's culture, history and future with symbols and messages.

One South Euclid is celebrating he unveiling of artist Olivia Oltmanns' "Grow Together" landmark mural in the city's Mayfield-Green district. The nonprofits is gearing up for a summer of engagement through Food Truck Park events, the return of Recess Rewind, and programs designed to connect residents with resources and each other.

Students at Cleveland Metropolitan School District's Willson School recently restored and redesigned six rain barrels outside Historic St. Casimir Church—combining public art with environmental stewardship. The colorful barrels help reduce stormwater runoff while giving students a hands-on lesson in conservation, local ecosystems, and community engagement.

A public art initiative will bring eight new murals and installations by seven artists to Cleveland Heights later this summer. Led by Heights Arts, in partnership with local artists, businesses, and LAND studio, the $250,000 project aims to strengthen the city arts districts' identities, celebrate local creativity, and create a more welcoming, vibrant environment for residents and visitors alike.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Downtown Cleveland, Inc. will host a community meeting this week to discuss a  public art project that will transform  Huron Road in the Gateway District into a mural. The project, by artist Ryan Jaenke, is funded by Bloomberg Philanthropies to improve pedestrian safety, boost foot traffic, and support businesses.

Cleveland City Council has declared April 18 Superman Day, honoring Glenville natives and the superhero creators Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster. The designation is part of ongoing efforts to recognize the Man of Steel's local roots.

Polka, pierogies, and plenty of energy return to Gordon Square as Clevelanders mark Dyngus Day with music, tradition, and a few surprises that keep the celebration lively and unpredictable.

Destination Cleveland issued a call for artists in its Murals Across the City program. Three artists will be chosen to create murals on Cleveland buildings—adding to the nine existing murals in city neighborhoods. Artists have until March 30 to submit their portfolios.

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 Kurentovanje kicks off this Saturday, Feb. 7, with the Kurent Jump at the Slovenian National Home. The mythical Kurent creatures will be summoned from slumber to chase away winter and usher in spring. The Jump includes traditional Slovenian food, music, and a special lager from Collision Bend Brewing Company.

The American Institute of Architects Cleveland recently hosted Cleveland architect Robert Maschke as part of its Body of Work lecture series, where he presented his projects in Gordon Square and Little Italy. Maschke shares his design philosophy of giving small projects the same attention as larger ones, with a focus on context-driven designs that reflect neighborhoods' histories and character.

St. Luke's Foundation's Tim Tramble is nearing the completion of his $10.5 million housing development, 89th Rising, in Fairfax. With 48 rental units in six Victorian-style buildings, the project honors the street's historic character and addresses current housing needs—with hope it will be a catalyst for reversing disinvestment and be a model for revitalization.

Over three decades, the Cleveland Restoration Society took on an ambitious project to illuminate 24 historic church steeples, towers, and domes along Interstate 71. The Steeple Lighting Program was funded by a $370,000 bequest from East Cleveland dentist Dr. Reinhold "Ray" Erickson to the Cleveland Foundation. Theproject transformed the nighttime skyline and helped neighborhood revitalization.

As we head into the peak of the holiday season, Downtown Cleveland is the place to be for festive lights, decorations, and winter celebrations.