The Garden Club of Cleveland in May transformed donated and upcycled flowers into a large-scale public art installation on Wade Oval in University Circle, inviting visitors to take photos, create bouquets, and take home blooms during its first-ever Flower Flash. Two more events are planned later this year.

The City of University Heights continued a six-decade tradition with its annual Memorial Day parade, complete with classic cars, safety forces, mounted police, and community groups. Families lined the route as candy flew, performers entertained and neighbors gathered to mark the holiday together.

Lake Erie Ink marked the 10th anniversary of its Teen Book Project with the launch of this year’s anthology, "Lights, Camera, Action," compiled by student writers from Ohio schools. The annual initiative gives teens the opportunity to publish their works, collaborate with peer editors, and discover the power of sharing their voices.

Downtown Canton’s June First Friday returns to its artistic roots with Chalk the Walk, gallery visits, live music from The SpYder Stompers, food trucks,  and a new  initiative designed to connect visitors with the city’s growing arts and culture scene.

After more than two decades of planning, land acquisition, and regional collaboration, the West Creek Greenway trail has officially opened in Parma. The new corridor expands recreational access while advancing a long-term vision to connect Northeast Ohio communities with Cleveland Metroparks and the Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail.

Lake View Cemetery will honor fallen service members during a Memorial Day observance at the James A. Garfield Memorial. Volunteers will place thousands of American flags on veterans’ graves ahead of the holiday.

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.

Acclaimed horticulturist and author Abra Lee will visit Cleveland Botanical Garden on May 16 to discuss the overlooked contributions of Black gardeners, farmers, and growers and the lasting impact of their work on American horticulture and agriculture.

Cuyahoga Arts & Culture (CAC) has opened applications for its 2027 Project Support grant program, offering grants ranging from $1,000 to $7,500 to nonprofit organizations producing arts and cultural programs in Cuyahoga County.

The BorderLight Theatre Festival returns to Playhouse Square July 8-11, featuring productions across 15 stages with artists from 12 states and three countries. The four-day fringe festival offers live performances and diverse programming with flexible ticket options and a commitment to accessibility. The festival kicks off with Fringe Unleashed, a high-energy preview night at The City Club of Cleveland.