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The Cleveland Museum of Art's 33rd annual Parade the Circle, returns on June 14 with the theme "Magical Allure: A Vibrant Celebration of the Snowy Owl." Led by artist Héctor Castellanos Lara, the parade explores themes of wisdom and change through vibrant costumes, puppets, and floats.
Kelly Boland Nagusky recalls a recent chaotic morning when her dog gets sprayed by a skunk. She details the frantic attempts to clean the dog and remove the smell from the house, all while managing regular family responsibilities and unexpected challenges. Through humor and vivid storytelling, Boland Nagusky shares the ups and downs of dealing with this smelly disaster.
Canalway's annual Towpath Trail Lantern Parade brought together more than 300 participants to welcome spring and bid farewell to winter. The event featured creative lanterns made by community members and commissioned works by 11 local artists—all using upcycled materials.
Lake Erie Ink's 13th annual Kids' Comic Con occurs this weekend at moCa and the Cleveland Museum of Art Community Arts Center at the Pivot Center. The two-day event offers young artists and storytellers an immersive experience in comic creation and artistic expression with workshops, guest artists, an Artists' Alley, and activities.
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Cuyahoga Valley National Park celebrates its 50th anniversary this year, marking half a century since the U.S. National Park Service established it as a National Recreation Area and, ultimately, a National Park. The Conservancy for the Cuyahoga Valley National Park has already started celebrating the milestone year with its Lyceum Series on the park's history, challenges, conservation, and vision for the next 50 years.
Area organizations are offering a diverse range of summer activities that blend arts, science, and technology. thanks to grans rom Cuyahoga Arts & Culture. The programs provide youth with valuable skills, cultural experiences, and potential career inspiration while fostering creativity and personal growth.
A regional food truck inspection program initiated by the South Euclid Fire Department is streamlining the process for mobile food vendors to obtain their certifications. The program brings together multiple municipalities to conduct coordinated inspections, reducing redundancy and saving time.
Cleveland Museum of Art's "Picasso and Paper" exhibit, is here for only two more weeks. The exhibit showcases nearly 300 works spanning Picasso's career and his exploration of paper as a medium. CMA docents Bob Cohen and Nancy Wilhelm offer insight into the exhibit's significance, the artist's creative process, and the personal connections that make art come alive for visitors.
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The City of South Euclid will host its inaugural Career Fair this Thursday, March 20, featuring more than 15 local businesses and city departments. The free event, held at South Euclid City Hall, aims to connect job seekers with potential employers and provide professional resources.
Just in time for Easter, Malley's Chocolates and Heinen's Grocery Stores have partnered to offer a selection of Malley's products in Heinen's stores. The collaboration brings together two family-owned brands with a combined 186 years of history in Cleveland.
The Cleveland Foundation announced the finalists in the Anisfield-Wolf Book Awards for the first time in its 90-year history. Ten books addressing racism and cultural diversity have been selected in four categories. The winners will be revealed in April, with additional celebrations planned for Cleveland Book Week in the fall.
The Nature Center at Shaker Lakes and Shaker Historical Society are hosting a Historic Homes Tour, showcasing four homes along the Shaker Parklands. The event celebrates the preservation of green space following the successful "Freeway Fighters" campaign in the 1960s that prevented the construction of highways through Cleveland Heights and Shaker Heights.
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The Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority swore in 14 new transit police officers last week. Now they will train before getting their permanent assignments.
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Canalway is hosting its annual Towpath Trail Lantern Parade tonight, Saturday, March 8, at 6:30 p.m. at Sokolowski’s Overlook. The eco-friendly celebration features lanterns created by local artists using repurposed materials, highlighting themes of creativity, sustainability, and welcoming spring along the Cuyahoga River.
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Cuyahoga Valley National Park celebrates its 50th anniversary this year, marking half a century since the U.S. National Park Service established it as a National Recreation Area and, ultimately, a National Park. The Conservancy for the Cuyahoga Valley National Park has already started celebrating the milestone year with its Lyceum Series on the park's history, challenges, conservation, and vision for the next 50 years.
Area organizations are offering a diverse range of summer activities that blend arts, science, and technology. thanks to grans rom Cuyahoga Arts & Culture. The programs provide youth with valuable skills, cultural experiences, and potential career inspiration while fostering creativity and personal growth.
A regional food truck inspection program initiated by the South Euclid Fire Department is streamlining the process for mobile food vendors to obtain their certifications. The program brings together multiple municipalities to conduct coordinated inspections, reducing redundancy and saving time.
Cleveland Museum of Art's "Picasso and Paper" exhibit, is here for only two more weeks. The exhibit showcases nearly 300 works spanning Picasso's career and his exploration of paper as a medium. CMA docents Bob Cohen and Nancy Wilhelm offer insight into the exhibit's significance, the artist's creative process, and the personal connections that make art come alive for visitors.
he exhibition "Love is Resistance," featuring works by CIA students, faculty, and alumni, explores love as a radical act against oppression and will be at the Cleveland Museum of Art's Transformer Station until April 6. Photographer Leah Trznadel documented the opening night activity.
The Cleveland Museum of Art is hosting a variety of Valentine's Day events and exhibitions, offering visitors a unique blend of art, music, and dining experiences. The museum provides diverse options for couples, friends, and art enthusiasts to celebrate the holiday.
The Cleveland Museum of Art is celebrating Martin Luther King Jr. Day will a day of free activities, performances, and exhibits inspired by Dr. King's legacy. The event explores themes of freedom, justice, and democracy through art, music, dance, and storytelling, while also offering free admission to the "Picasso and Paper" exhibit.
Cuyahoga Arts & Culture has approved grants totaling $10,750,847 to support more than 300 nonprofits in 2025. The funding, made possible by the passage of Issue 55, will benefit a wide range of organizations, including first-time recipients like Darl Center for the Arts, Seat of the Pants Productions, and Community Life Collaboration.
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Half of American manufacturing companies are facing employee shortages, driven in part by an aging workforce. Companies like Lincoln Electric are attracting and retaining young talent through competitive wages and partnering with MAGNET's training programs to change perceptions and ensure a sustainable workforce.
Claire Dederer, bestselling author of "Monsters: A Fan's Dilemma," will speak at the Cleveland Museum of Art this week, when she will explore the challenges of appreciating great art created by controversial figures—addressing questions of genius, monstrosity, and our role in navigating these ethical dilemmas.