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Explore Ohio’s legendary creatures, investigate mysterious sightings, and discover the folklore behind local cryptids at the Cleveland History Center’s Halloween-themed History on Tap. The adults-only evening includes hands-on activities, a featured presentation, after-hours gallery access, and themed drinks.
Cleveland’s historic cemeteries preserve stories of baseball history, civil rights, and the workers who built the Ohio & Erie Canal. Canalway’s third annual Buried History Days, Oct. 22-25, features cemetery tours, hikes, and a presentation exploring the lives and fates of canal workers.
Sweetest Day has deep roots in Cleveland, and Malley’s Chocolates is keeping the tradition alive with its seasonal chocolate-covered strawberries and grapes. The family-owned confectioner looks back at the holiday’s origins in kindness and community while preparing for this year’s Sweetest Day on Saturday, Oct. 17.
The Cleveland Museum of Natural History’s Museum Family Day: Owls & Howls returns Sunday, Oct. 25, with wildlife-inspired crafts, animal talks, trick-or-treating, and more. The Museum is also introducing new membership options, plus discounts for educators and military members.
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Cleveland Public Theatre’s 22nd annual Dia De Muertos ce lebration returns to the Gordon Square Arts Districtwith traditional altars honoring loved ones, Aztec dancers, performances, and a parade. This year’s gathering also brings Jewish and Palestinian communities together through new altars that reflect the universal power of remembrance and the hope for peace.
More than 200 paintings, drawings, photographs, and archival objects at the Maltz Museum reveal how artist and Holocaust survivor Boris Lurie confronted the trauma of imprisonment and the murder of his family through art. The exhibit features deeply personal works, many never publicly seen in his lifetime, and traces his efforts to preserve the memory of the Holocaust.
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A new nonprofit brings together local Asian American artists to increase their visibility, and build connections. Founded by artist Jordan Wong and attorney Elaine Tso, Northeast Ohio Asian American Arts (NEOA3) is launching networking events, potlucks, and professional development programs to strengthen the region’s Asian American arts community.
Fall and winter weather can reveal problems around a home that are harder to spot during warmer months—and homeowners don't necessarily have to wait until spring to address them. Experts from Great Day Improvements brands Universal Windows Direct and Leafguard offer tips for spotting window, gutter, and water-management issues and explain why colder weather can be a good time to tackle some exterior home improvement projects.
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The Cleveland Museum of Art has commissioned internationally recognized artist Teresita Fernández to create 'Soil Horizon (Cleveland),' a site-specific installation of two large-scale glazed ceramic murals inspired by Ohio landscapes and the museum’s collection. The installation will welcome visitors to the museum’s Jane and Jon Outcalt Family Concourse, beginning in February 2027.
Three of the youngest Holocaust survivors will share their stories of survival and resilience at a sold-out Cuyahoga County Public Library event moderated by author Wendy Holden. CCPL Board of Trustees President Patty Shlonsky explains how hearing their firsthand accounts can deepen understanding, build empathy, and connect communities through history.
University Circle Inc. is now University Circle Alliance, reflecting the nonprofit’s evolution from a focus on land development to a broader role connecting the institutions, businesses, civic partners, and residents that shape the district. The new name reinforces the organization’s commitment to collaboration, community engagement, and improving connections throughout University Circle.
An electrical fire destroyed more than 2,000 toys intended for children through The Salvation Army of Greater Cleveland’s annual Christmas campaign. Now, the organization is asking residents, businesses, and community groups to help replenish its supply and ensure local children have gifts to open on Christmas morning.
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Cleveland Restoration Society will host a SNOOP! Tour of Cleveland Public Theatre on Saturday, Oct. 10, offering a look at the theater’s recently renovated Gordon Square campus. The $12 million capital campaign funded improvements to the Gordon Square Theatre lobby, classroom, former St. Mary’s Church and other spaces—creating accessible and welcoming spaces for the CPT community.
The Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority is celebrating Customer Experience Day Today, Tuesday, Oct. 6 by recognizing its riders and the employees who work to provide exceptional customer service. GCRTA Customer Experience team members will greet riders at several Bus/Rapid stations, offering refreshments, giveaways and an opportunity to share transit experiences.
Engage! Cleveland will honor 21 individuals and companies at its fifth annual Generation NEXT Awards on Sept. 23, recognizing emerging talent, mentors, employers and organizations helping make Greater Cleveland a destination for the next generation.
Northwest Neighborhoods will host a free Do It Yourself Home Repair Workshop on Friday, Aug. 14, offering residents practical home maintenance tips, tool safety instruction, and guidance from local experts. The family-friendly event is open to all skill levels, with activities for both adults and children.
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The Cleveland Museum of Art has commissioned internationally recognized artist Teresita Fernández to create 'Soil Horizon (Cleveland),' a site-specific installation of two large-scale glazed ceramic murals inspired by Ohio landscapes and the museum’s collection. The installation will welcome visitors to the museum’s Jane and Jon Outcalt Family Concourse, beginning in February 2027.
Three of the youngest Holocaust survivors will share their stories of survival and resilience at a sold-out Cuyahoga County Public Library event moderated by author Wendy Holden. CCPL Board of Trustees President Patty Shlonsky explains how hearing their firsthand accounts can deepen understanding, build empathy, and connect communities through history.
Fall and winter weather can reveal problems around a home that are harder to spot during warmer months—and homeowners don't necessarily have to wait until spring to address them. Experts from Great Day Improvements brands Universal Windows Direct and Leafguard offer tips for spotting window, gutter, and water-management issues and explain why colder weather can be a good time to tackle some exterior home improvement projects.
Eva Clarke, Hana Berger Moran, and Dr. Mark Olsky will share their stories of survival and resilience during an Oct. 21 panel discussion at the Milton and Tamar Maltz Performing Arts Center. Moderated by author Wendy Holden, the Cuyahoga County Public Library event will highlight the survivors’ remarkable beginnings and the determination of their mothers to save their newborn children.
The Cleveland Museum of Natural History and Kent State University bring together bird specimens, historic fashion, and contemporary student designs in “Fashion & Feather,” an exhibit exploring the beauty of birds, the influence of feathers on fashion, and the importance of conservation. Take a closer look at the exhibit and the next generation of fashion designers in this photo essay.
Free pumpkins, polka music, costume contests with cash prizes, food trucks, and Jimmy Buffett tribute band Cheeseburger in Paradise are just part of the City of South Euclid’s October Feast on Oct. 24. The free family-friendly festival moves to the South Euclid Food Truck Park this year, with local vendors, kids’ activities, One South Euclid's costume contests, and plenty of fall fun.
The Cleveland Museum of Natural History’s Museum Family Day: Owls & Howls returns Sunday, Oct. 25, with wildlife-inspired crafts, animal talks, trick-or-treating, and more. The Museum is also introducing new membership options, plus discounts for educators and military members.
Cuyahoga County Public Library is honoring Dolly Parton’s legacy of promoting childhood literacy with a new collection of librarian-recommended books inspired by titles selected for Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library. Organized by age, the collection offers families additional books to discover through CCPL’s online catalog and Libby app.
Andrew Wyeth may be best known for his tempera paintings, but watercolor was a constant throughout his career. “Spectacular Freedom: Andrew Wyeth and the Modern American Watercolor” at the Cleveland Museum of Art explores Wyeth's lifelong relationship with watercolor through nearly 75 works, including pieces rarely or never seen by the public.
The Cleveland Museum of Natural History is bringing two big names in science to Cleveland this fall. Physicist Gabriela González will discuss gravitational waves and her career in astrophysics Oct. 6, followed by science communicator Hank Green, who will explore the importance of optimism in science Nov. 19.