MORE Holiday fun

Let the cheer continue! Another week and another slew of holiday dinners, specials, events and happenings upon us. Hope you are able to take advantage of some holiday fun & cheer!

Last Chance to Ditch the Relatives Night! (11/29) Enough is Enough! No More Turkey leftovers! Visit the Garage Bar for an evening of fun...they WON’T be serving Turkey ANYTHING! :) Music by DJ Blackbird. www.thegaragebar.net

Home Alone (12/06) directed by Chris Columbus will be showing at the Lakewood Library, 3pm. Free as part of the holiday festivities...Light Up Lakewood! Main Library Auditorium. Rated PG.

Sugarcoat tunes. (12/07) Spend an afternoon with Jazz vocalist Kelly Wright and keyboardist Chris Hanna as they present an hour of Jazz standards. Lakewood Main Library Auditorium. 2pm

North Coast Greyhound Connection (12/20) Stop into Smith & Hawken at Crocker Park this afternoon to meet some retired racing greyhounds looking for their new forever homes. Volunteers will be on hand to give you all the information on owning and caring for the sweet-natured dogs. 12-4pm.

Thanksgiving fun!

Not cooking? Need something to do while you wait for the bird to cook? Better than talking to your in-laws! How about something to keep you busy during the commercials while watching the parade? Well, grab your big box of Crayolas and let the fun begin!

Enjoy a little color by numbers, Turkey style!



light gray = 1, dark gray = 2, black = 3, light brown = 4, dark brown = 5, blue-gray = 6, red = 7, green = 8, black and gray = 9, light blue = 10, pink = 11, yellow = 12

Shoe Fun (11/06)

Thursday, November 6th, 2008

Join DSW at the Crocker Park Grand Opening TONIGHT! DSW is providing one lucky customer 15 minutes to win as many DSW shoes as he or she can fit into a smart car. The winner will also have a 1-in-5 chance to win the car itself!

▪ 5pm Registration
▪ 8pm Drawing
▪ 8:30pm Winner stuffs the car! (I am SO gonna win!)

For more information and directions visit www.crockerpark.com

Tuesday FREEBIES (11/4)

Tuesday promises to be fruitful no matter your political persuasion. Here's a little roundup of the free swag you'll get just for voting:

Starbucks! Free tall coffee just for sayin' "I voted."

Ben & Jerry's! Free scoop of ice cream from 5-8 p.m.

Krispy Kreme! Free star-shaped doughnut with red, white and blue sprinkles to each customer wearing an "I Voted" sticker.

Here's how you've gotta work it. Starbucks first, because you only need to say you voted. Then Ben & Jerry's because everyone's getting free ice cream. Then save Krispy Kreme for last because they may nab your "I Voted" sticker, thereby removing any physical vestiges of your voting (just in case any other freebies, like booze, pop up).

Lululemon Opening (11/01)

Please join Lululemon as we welcome them to Cleveland!

Stop by their new space at The Hampton's Luxury Apartments (220-Rec, 27040 Cedar Rd., Beachwood OH 44122) this Saturday morning for a complimentary yoga class, taught by lululemon ambassador and yoga/fitness guru Deanna Black at 10-11am. The showroom will be open from 11-4pm with live music, healthy treats, and lots of mingling with Clevelanders in the yoga and fitness community.

Hope you can stop in and give this east coat company a warm midwest welcome!

For more information visit www.lululemon.com

Dia de Los muertos (11/1)

Saturday November 1st, 2008

Celebrate Cleveland's fourth annual Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) celebration, coordinated by Artistas Latinos Unidos (United Latino Artists) and spearheaded by artist Hector Castellanos.

The first day of the celebration includes a procession that's symbolic of spirits traveling home for the celebration. At 2:15 p.m., it heads west on Detroit Avenue to La Sagrada Familia Church, where parishioner Leticia Raigoza will have prepared an outdoor altar. The focus of the celebration is the altar dedicated to the deceased. There will be nine in the La Sa´grada Familia Church and parish hall designed by a flock of Cleveland artists, including Nina Hurin and Merlida Mercado.



Since no celebration is complete without food, Raoul and Roberto Rodriguez will be selling pan de muerto, decorated with little bones or skeletons made from dough, come hungry!

Festivities begin at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church (West 70th St. & Detroit Ave.)

Some of the celebration highlights are as follows
2:15 pm.: Procession departs for Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church
3:30 pm : Joya de Mexico mariachi band.
5:15 pm : Day of the Dead history talk by Hector Castellanos.
6:45 pm : Mexclatina music group.

If it's a nice day, ride your bike along the procession route. Bring the entire family and swing by at Mi Pueblo Taqueria (12207 Lorain Ave) for dinner after. Yumm!

Last Chance for a Change (10/29)

Wednesday, October 29th, 2008

Seven-time Grammy Award winner, Jay-Z and Cavs star, LeBron James are teaming up to rally voters and Obama supporters with a free concert at the Quicken Loans Arena. 13,000 tickets for the show sold out in one day.



The event billed as a "Last Chance for Change" is aimed at encouraging Ohioans to vote early and to support Democratic presidential nominee, Barack Obama's campaign. LeBron will host the event which culminates with a concert by Jay-Z.

The event will be held at the "the Q" it is free and open to all Ohio residents and students, but tickets are required. Since tickets are sold out, visit Craigs List (I saw a few for sale), try to scalp them, or listen to every radio station (including 107.9 & 93.1) as they are still giving away seats!

Sunday at the Movies (11/2)

Sunday, November 2nd, 2008

Newspaper editor Cary Grant will do anything to keep his ex-wife, ace reporter Rosalind Russell, from remarrying in "His Girl Friday." (1940) He loves her almost as much as the newspaper business and thinks nothing of framing her fiancé and freeing death row prisoners to lure her back for one last big story.



Directed by Howard Hawks, 2:00pm, Main Library Auditorium 15425 Detroit Ave. Lakewood. Free! For more information on this classic flick visit www.imdb.com/title/tt0032599/

Pollan Speaks on Food (10/28)

Tuesday, October 28th, 2008.

Even though this event is scheduled for next week, I couldn't resist posting early, I think it will be an evening of insight and inspiration.

For the past 20 years, Michael Pollan has been writing books and articles about the places where the human and natural worlds intersect: food, agriculture, gardens, drugs, and architecture. Pollan is the author of, most recently, In Defense of Food: An Eater’s Manifesto. His previous book, The Omnivore’s Dilemma: A Natural History of Four Meals, was named one of the 10 best books of 2006 by the New York Times and the Washington Post.

A contributing writer to the New York Times Magazine since 1987, his writing has received numerous awards, including the James Beard Award for best magazine series in 2003. He often lectures widely on food, agriculture, and gardening.

8pm, Finney Chapel at Oberlin. Free, no ticket required! For directions visit www.oberlin.edu

Skateboarding Movie Night (10/20)

Monday, October 20th, 2008

Kick off your week with a night out at the Garage Bar for Cult Movie Mondays. This Monday night the theme of both flicks (10:00pm & 12:00 midnight) is SKATEBOARDING. Wonder what movies they will show? Anyone know?

Along with the film, movie night is filled with drink specials, popcorn, and candy! :)

For information, including other specials and directions visit www.thegaragebar.net

Free French Film (10/18)

Saturday, October 18th, 2008

Girl on the Bridge (1999-France) starring Daniel Auteuil and Vanessa Paradis. Filmed in glorious black and white, this is an engaging story of a desperate girl and the professional knife-thrower who saves her. She joins the act, trusting him completely. Their relationship hits a snag, and she leaves. Then it’s he who suffers an emotional crisis. Luminous performances by Auteuil and Paradis.Directed by Patrice Leconte Rated R (French with English subtitles.)



6:00 p.m. Lakewood Library Main Auditorium

Holiday Art Sale (11/15)

Saturday, November 15th, 2008

Along the same lines as the Artist Flea Market, this weekend the group over at Art House will hold their annual holiday fine art sale. Shop for unique holiday gifts while supporting your local artists. Delicious baked goods will also be on hand to nibble at while shopping. A craft station will provide activities for families, so bring the entire gang! All proceeds go to support Art House programming and community activities.



Handmade Jewelry • Textiles • Glass • Enamels • Ceramics • Paintings • Paper Crafts & more!

11 am-5pm Free and open to the public! For directions and more event details visit www.ArtHouseInc.org

"FREE" Pizza! (10/09)

Thursday, October 9th, 2008

Who couldn't use a midweek escape? Here's your chance. Thursday from 4:30pm to 2am, Bar Cento is giving away one of its "traditional" pizzas - "free" - with the purchase of a bottle of house wine or a carafe of beer. It's chef Jonathon Sawyer's way of telling customers "thanks" for their restaurant's first year in business.

I have to say, it is my ultimate favorite place to spend the evening with good friends, nestled up at the bar...a traditional pizza, sometimes an order of warm olives and a bottle of their house red, nothing could be more perfect!



For directions and their full menu visit www.barcento.com

Artists Respond (10/10)

Friday October 10th, 2008,

Artists create work in response to 8 years of the Bush administration. Counting Days features art as political dissent, largely absent from our current times of historical turmoil. 17 artists counter the apathy and engage in “anti-American activity” to show their true colors as real American Patriots – loyal to the notion of freedom and human rights - concepts our founding fathers died for. Exercising the freedom of speech is patriotic.



Artists include: Scott Bailes, Craig Bungo, Jason Byers, Melissa Daubert, Joe Filak, George Kocar, Julius Lyles, D. Anthony Mahone, Sally Matia, Loren Naji, Ed Raffel, Thaddeus Root, Debra Shepherd, Sign Guy, Steven B. Smith, Daiv Wailey and Beth Wolfe... Curated by Debra Shepherd and Dana Depew.

For directions and more info visit www.asteriskgallery.com

Art on Friday (10/10)

Friday, October 10th, 2008

Come to the West 11th Street pedestrian bridge for a one-night outdoor celebration, including:

> circle remains : David Jurca; Cleveland Urban Design Collaborative
> Where RU? Here or There? : Patsy Kline Gallery U-Haul
> drops of light : Gauri Torgalkar Cleveland Urban Design Collaborative
> street sofa : Alex Tapie & Wes Johansen

plus…

> Miss Melvis and the Buford Pusser Experience
> One Dollar Hat
> Stargazing, Congolese dances, music, storytellers and Capoeira



Food and drink from Gypsy Beans Café, Fresh produce from Hooper's Farm

The event is free and all are welcome. The West 11th Street bridge is two blocks south of Lincoln Park on West 11th Street (or) one block north of Clark Field on West 11th Street (parking at Clark Field) In the event of rain, Bridge Mix will be rescheduled for Saturday, October 11th from 6-11pm.

For more information, visit www.myspace.com/popupcleveland

A Pop Up City production, sponsored by the Kent State University Cleveland Urban Design Collaborative with the support of the Civic Innovation Lab, Tremont West Development Corporation, and Progressive Urban Real Estate.

Tremont Arts (9/20-21)

Saturday, September 20th-21st, 2008

This weekend marks the 10th Annual Tremont Arts & Cultural Festival in Lincoln Park. The festival is such a great end of summer event. Stop by on Saturday from 11-6 or Sunday from 12-5. There are over 120 participants this year, including, artists, community groups, fabulous food and entertainment. Sponsored by Target...you know it MUST be great. If it is a cool fall weekend afternoon, this would be a great festival to grab you bike and ride around at! :)

Labor & Industry (9/12)

Friday, September 12th, 2008

The Second Annual Labor and Industry Show Opens at the Asterisk Gallery this Friday. The show is supported by Cuyahoga Arts and Culture. Labor & Industry returns for Tremont's Art Walk and will showcase works of local artists based on the themes of Labor & Industry through a variety of mediums, photography, painting, sculpture and film.

For 2008, Ohio Canal Corridor looks to enhance "Labor & Industry" by expanding the offerings in a larger venue in Tremont - the Asterisk Gallery. The idea is to continue to associate the exhibit with Labor Day and use Tremont's current position as a destination Art District for promotion.

Contributors: PHOTOGRAPHY * Munroe Copper, Roger Mastroianni, Dan Morgan, Western Reserve Fire Museum, Lou Muenz, Pedro Dell, Cleveland Memories POLITICAL INDUSTRIAL POP ART * Derek Hess JEWELRY * Brandon Holschuh BOOK SIGNING * "Steel Remembered" by Chris Dawson INDUSTRIAL DESIGN * Tribute to Viktor Schreckengost FILM + VIDEO * Historic footage of industry in Cleveland CONTEMPORARY SCULPTURE * Stephen Yusko represented by William Busta Gallery TRADITIONAL BLACKSMITHING DEMO * Larry Chiverton SCULPTURE * Sam Mazzolla CONTEMPORARY PAINTING * Anthony Van Rooy MIXED MEDIA / MARITIME ARTIFACTS * Dana Depew INDUSTRIAL BEATS * DJ Adrian Bertolone

For more information visit www.ohiocanal.org or www.asteriskgallery.com

FREE Subs (9/10)

Wednesday, September 10th, 2008

Come to Lakewood this Wednesday for the "Grand Opening Celebration" of Dave's Cosmic Subs. Choose from either the Original Dave's Cosmic, the Veg-Out or the Turkey Dave! Free subs will be rewarded between 6:00 - 8:00pm.

The new Dave's is located at 14813 Detroit Ave in Lakewood OH, (next to Marc's Plaza.) Enjoy!

Free Backstage Pass (9/06)

Saturday, September 6th, 2008

Ever wanted to see where the magic happens? Where the lights come down on the house? Where the drama divas hang? Visit Playhouse Square for a free backstage tour!



Beginning at 10:00am, tours will depart every fifteen minutes from the State Theatre Lobby. Tours will last approximately 1.5 hours and will include a 12-minute video before the walking portion of the tour begins. Plan to dress casually and with comfy shoes for walking. This tour is NOT handicapped or stroller accessible as it encompasses many of the historic backstage staircases, hallways and teeny dressing rooms.

If you can’t make it on the 6th, the tours are being offered on October 4th and November 1st. For more information on this behind-the-scenes event, visit www,playhousesquare.org

Morning at the Market

What could be better than a morning spent exploring at the Westside Market? (www.westsidemarket.org) This past Saturday morning a friend of mine and I enjoyed breakfast at the Market Café before heading into the hustle and bustle of the market crowd. Mimosas and Eggs Benedict (with French fries!) was a delicious treat, but did you know the café also has a large wine menu and may be a nice place to catch happy hour some evening?



After breakfast we hit the cheese stand (Mackenzie Creamery, saffron goat cheese is out of this world), the market coffee bar, the bread stand and some of the various produce vendors (for fresh cherries!) Not only is the market a place to practice your “haggling” skills it is filled with some really great graphics. As a designer I find my eye drawn to the simple, unique and visually bold works of art, who knew watermelon cartons, strawberry crates and boxes filled with cabbage and apples could be works of art unto themselves. Check it out.



So next time you wakes up early on a Saturday morning and are looking to explore a food fantasy and a untapped art gallery, take a spin down to West 25th and Lorain Ave. It is a delight for the senses. :)

Green Patriot

On July 4th, more than sixty buses hit the streets of Cleveland encouraging “Green Patriotism” with posters designed by native designer Michael Bierut. The posters, which are visible on buses across the city, promote the use of mass transit and valorize buses as sound for the environment as well as for the vitality of Cleveland. Interior bus ads promote the development of green jobs in the manufacturing sector.

Bierut says, “Back in the 30s and 40s, folksinger Woody Guthrie had a slogan on his guitar: ‘This machine kills fascists.’ I was looking for a similar kind of statement to turn every bus ride into a blow for the environment.”



The project was organized in conjunction with The Canary Project: Landscapes of Climate Change, an exhibition on display through 10 August at The Cleveland Museum of Natural History. Canary is using the project to inaugurate a nationwide program with posters from a wide range of designers. Pentagram also developed the program’s emblem, a green silhouette of a Revolutionary War Minuteman. I think its darling!

Art & Hip Hop (8/23)

Saturday, August 23rd, 2008

City Xpressions Street Art/Hip Hop Festival celebrates urban and street art in its dynamic and eclectic forms. Inspired by the miles of graffiti exhibited along Cleveland's public transit routes, the festival brings aerosol and other street artists out of invisibility by providing a public space for the creation of their beautiful, controversial artworks. In its seventh year, City Xpressions continues to evolve with the voices of the artists leading the way.

This annual grafitti/hip hop competion is still going strong and hosted by Cleveland Public Art. A full day of music is hosted by Q Nice and includes performances by: Forrest Getemgump, DJ Doc, Go-Live Grizzlies and more!



10am-7pm, Market Square Park (located across the street from the West Side Market), Sponsored by Scion www.clevelandpublicart.org

Wine & Ballet in Tremont (8/23)

This Saturday evening you will find me, with a picnic and a blanket nestled in Lincoln Park, the central hub of Tremont for the annual complimentary dance show by Verb Ballet (www.verbballets.org).

Verb Ballets' mission is to promote and develop interest in and appreciation for contemporary dance through performance, programs that promote learning and nurture wellness, audience and community dialogue and advocacy efforts to support the art form. Verb Ballets has a steadfast mission to promote and foster emerging talent, present excellence in contemporary choreographers, and revive and honor Modern Dance classics.

Actually, if I plan my day right, I may even be able to swing by the new wine bar at Visible Voice (www.visiblevoicebooks.com) prior to the show. This independent bookstore is inviting and relaxing and would be a great place to explore while in the neighborhood.

8:00pm. Bring the Family, your Friends... Enjoy the Magic of the Arts in Tremont's Lincoln Park!

WOW! (8/21)

Wednesday, August 20th, 2008

Throughout this summer, the folks over at University Circle Inc. have planned, presented and perfected “Wade Oval Wednesday’s.” With only a few more Wednesday’s left in the series don’t miss out.

All of the museum are open late with special reduced missions, Check out Gourmets in the Garden at the Botanical Garden where area chefs present some menus ideas and yummy samples. Listen to Cats on Holiday a “swamp pop” band, performing rain or shine! Ride your bike to the circle and take advantage of the free bike corral, secure bike parking provide by Ohio Bike Co-op.

For additional times and information about the few remaining WOW events visit www.universitycircle.org

Into Cars? (8/16)

Saturday, August 16th, 2008

Then don’t miss the Lakewood Car “Kulture” show. The car show will feature Hot Rods, Vintage and Classic Cars from 1972 and older. Each car is unique, whether it’s the custom paint job, the sweet tires or the fluffy fuzzy dice on the rearview mirror; it is a sight to see. Along with the cars, vintage motorcycles, scooters, choppers and bobbers…(what’s a bobber?) …will also be on display.

The show will be open from 10am to 6pm. While you see the wheels also take in the sounds of area local bands and neighborhood eateries, something for everyone!

Before my crazy Saturday get’s started I plan to take my ride (my mtn bike!) for a spin through and admire the shiny paint and sparkly chrome. I have always heard it was a good show, but have never been able to go!

13321 Madison Ave, Lakewood OH. For more information call 216.521.2894

Crocker Park Model (8/14)

Thursday, August 14th, 2008

Be sure to attend the final "episode" of Cleveland's NEXT HOT MODEL, live at Crocker Park. The crowd will decide who wins, so bring your friends and vote for your favorite finalist. After the show, stick around for live music and more. If it's a nice evening it should make for a good crowd, don't miss out!



Shown here are finalists from round 1 Mike Gunn and Michelle Cupka.

For more information on the show visit www.crockerpark.com or www.kissfm965.com

Celebrate Vinyl (8/12)

Hello Cleveland Music fans...

Just a quick note to say that August 12th is National Vinyl Record Day, the date Edison invented the phonograph in 1877.

So go up to the attic and get out your turn table and spin those tunes. Visit the rock hall (www.rockhall.com) and support our music revolution history. Stop by Bent Crayon (www.bentcrayon.com) to take home an imported vinyl treasure...or go see a show tonight where records may still be included...(perhaps Kate Tunstall at HOB will spin a tune or two?)



Don't let the records die. Celebrate vinyl. www.vinylrecordday.com

BOGO Ice Cream

Stop into Malley's Ice Cream Parlor on Madison Ave (near 117th) in Lakewood and with every ice cream purchase you will get one free! It's a Buy One Get One for ice cream! Grab a friend or two and sit and enjoy the quaint space, the illustrations of Alice and Wonderland and crew are worth the trip alone...but the homemade hot fudge is pretty good too!



I don't have the details on this promo, but for more information give them a shout at 216.529.6262. Enjoy!

FREE Yoga (8/02)

Saturday, August 2nd, 2008

Have you been meaning to get back to the mat? Trying to prepare for your fall yoga routine? Need to stretch and relax your shoulders from too much time on the computer? Visit Inner Bliss yoga Studio in Rocky River this weekend for a whole day of complimentary yoga classes. Come for one class or stay for the whole day. You are invited to bring a friend or a few!.

This free day of yoga is a way for Inner Bliss to express how thankful they for all who practice at their studio, it also kicks off a week dedicated to giving back.

For more information on the schedule of classes and about the entire week celebration, visit www.innerblissyogastudio.com.

Block Party (8/01)

Friday, August 1st, 2008

University Circle and the Cleveland Music Settlement have teamed up to get all of the institutions, organizations and residents to open their doors and give the neighbors on our street, and their friends and family, a chance to learn a bit more about each other and the fantastic homes and buildings they occupy.

The Cleveland Music Settlement will provide music on their lawn throughout the day. Participants can get their "passports" punched at each venue for a raffle drawing. Winners will be drawn at 5:45 pm in front of The Settlement.

Here's your chance to visit grand Magnolia Drive homes and buildings and learn more about each business on our lovely and unique street! 3-6pm. For more information, visit www.universitycircle.org

Check it out!

Thanks and congratulations to Danielle Deboe; sassy proprietor of the dazzling store “Room Service” (www.roomservicecleveland.com) located in the Gordon Square Arts District. Danielle wrote an amazing City Guide to Cleveland that was published yesterday on the infamous Design Sponge Blog. Danielle, thanks for including iheartcleveland in your mix of all thing fun, fresh and fabulous in Cleveland! Your summary of every nook and cranny in the city is an amazing resource that everyone should have stuffed in their glove box or backpack for an afternoon adventure. Congratulations and thanks again!

To read the article visit www.designspongeonline.com/2008/07/cleveland-design-guide.html#more-10871

Triathlon (8/03)

“It’s a Hot Man Parade.” - Quoted from Joanne on watching triathlons

Sunday, August 3rd join Pacific Sports as they present the Cleveland Triathlon taking place in and around downtown.

If you plan on watching the event, head downtown to just north of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame where the transition/athlete area will be. Or, take your bike and ride down to the closed-off shoreway for a view of the bikers, post-swim, pre-run!

Start times and distances. (It’s early, beware!)
6:45 am Super Sprint (300-yard swim, 8-mile bike, 1.5-mile run)
7:15 am Sprint (0.5m Swim, 16m Bike, 5k Run) [My race of choice]
7:45 am Olympic (1.5k Swim, 24m Bike, 10k Run)

Only a week left to go until the big race...time to hit the gym tonight (and a few more times this week) to work off some of the crap I ate over the weekend. It’s all good, nothing a few times on the espresso bikes and treadmill can’t fix. :) Hope to see everyone at the race!

For the actual race course maps and additional information visit http://www.pacificsportsllc.com/cleveland/athlete.html

Beach Review #2

Beach Review #2

We couldn’t have asked for a more beautiful weekend in Cleveland. Blue skies (mostly), a warm breeze and so many things to do, see and explore. With a close friend visiting from the big apple I was constantly reminded time and time again how lovely our city is. Relatively no traffic, easy to get around, cheap tickets to an afternoon baseball game, great “boutique” bars, I could go on and on, but we already know how great Cleveland is anyways.



A few months ago I reviewed Mentor Headlands Beach and today I am pleased to report another positive report on an area favorite, Edgewater State Park. After spending the afternoon in the sun, lunching on soft pretzels and bud light at “Jacobs Field,” we decided to make a pit stop down at the beach on our way to the airport. The beach was hopping. Families having large picnics. Dodge ball games. Lots of gorgeous kites flew above. A guy on his electric guitar strummed tunes overlooking the beach. A group of performance BMX riders displayed their tricks. People reading. People sleeping. Lots of dogs (Chihuahua's to be specific?). Runners. Couples on their motorcycles. The visual display of summertime overwhelmed the senses. Everyone was enjoying the beach, the park and taking in summer.

This beach/park is more than just a pretty sand lot to dip your toes in the water; although the water was warm and clean-looking. Spending time at this beach reminds you how lucky we are to live in an urban community. It’s a small oasis from city life. It’s cool; has a great breeze rolling off the city. The skyline of downtown shines across the beach pier; a perfect place to read and people watch. Next time you want to feel as if you just want to get away, swing by Edgewater Park, I bet you will be pleasantly surprised.

For directions, park hours and more visit www.ohiodnr.com/parks/clevelkf/tabid/721/Default.aspx

Home Grown Film (7/27)

Sunday, July 27th, 2008

Lakewood Earth & Food Community presents the film...Real Low Calorie Diet. This movie captures a movement across Northeast Ohio to change the way that we eat. As the film reveals through interviews, animation, and beautiful footage of the city and the countryside, the simple act of eating locally honors our land, our communities, and our rich natural heritage. From climate change to nutritional issues in the inner-city, this film demonstrates that many innovations to our social problems are already taking place at the grassroots level, where the real hope for our democracy lies.

Eat right, preserve the environment, and safeguard democracy. 2:00 p.m. in the new Lakewood Main Library Auditorium.

Magical, a perfect description. (7/25-27)

Friday, Saturday & Sunday, June 25th through the 27th, 2008

The Ingenuity Festival returns with a weekend-long celebration of art and technology, designed for audiences of any age and experience, staged in the center of Downtown Cleveland. Prominent international masters present original works alongside the finest of Northeast Ohio's performing and visual artists. High technology firms and major colleges and universities are presented alongside acclaimed artists to create a dazzling display of exciting and immersive new work! Ingenuity pushes boundaries, creating a unique festival experience that draws and celebrates diversity, and involves the audience as both spectator and participant!



There are so many interesting looking shows, exhibits and installations, but one that I deffinatley want to catch will be a late night performance by the Hot Cha Cha's Friday night at the Plain Dealer Star Plaza Stage.

Oh and if you haven't been to the Opening Ceremony (Friday, July 25 4-5:30 pm) before, it is worth it to skip out of work early for the big show...let's just say...it's Magical. :)

For the schedule and more information visit www.ingenuitycleveland.com

Skin Check Up (7/23,24)

Wednesday & Thursday, July 23rd and 24th, 2008

Get your skin screened! The Road to Healthy Skin Tour kicked off in New York City in early May and will run through the fall. The tour is expected to screen more than 10,000 people and will visit more than 50 cities at 100 different locations across the country. The Road to Healthy Skin Tour presented by AVEENO® and Rite Aid with support from Columbia Sportswear will offer free full body skin cancer screenings conducted by local board-certified dermatologists. The 38-foot customized RV will stop at participating Rite Aid stores and other locations in order to provide early detection services to thousands of people. Currently, skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States, with more than 1 million cases diagnosed annually across the country.

“Many people don’t know that they should get a yearly skin exam. The goal of this tour is to educate the public about skin cancer and encourage people to schedule regular skin screenings,” said Perry Robins, MD, President of The Skin Cancer Foundation. “Caught in the early stages, skin cancer is almost always curable.”

Melanoma is the most serious form of skin cancer and has increased more rapidly than any other form of skin cancer during the past 10 years. With nearly 60,000 cases and 8,000 deaths occurring each year in the United States melanoma has reached epidemic proportions. However, when diagnosed and removed early, melanoma is usually curable.

Sneak out on your lunch break for a quick, private, one-on-one screening at either of these locations. 7/23, Cleveland Rite Aid at 10090 Chester Avenue or 7/24, Strongsville Rite Aid at 15153 Pearl Road

Tremont Tastes Good! (7/20)

Sunday, July 20th, 2008

Put down the top of your little blue convertible, grab those dark aviator sunglasses, round up the gang and head down to the 6th Annual Taste of Tremont street festival from 1:00to 8:00pm. The street fair will be held in the heart of Tremont’s “restaurant district” and showcase the best of Tremont’s food, art and entertainment. Professor Street will be blocked off, inclusive of commercial areas of Literary, College and Jefferson. The best part is that admission is free!

For more information including the official map, visit www.restoretremont.com

Walk & Roll Lakewood (7/19)

Saturday, July 19th 2008

Come celebrate Lakewood’s walkability and its finest assets: a vibrant downtown, historic architecture and a spectacular Lake Erie park. Two-miles of streets in the heart of the urban community will be closed for walking, running, strolling, bicycling, blading and socializing. Programming includes tumbling, dancing, aerobics, yoga, a bike rodeo, skateboard demonstrations and more. All activities are free and will take place on the streets or in Lakewood Park. Visitors will have the opportunity to join “classes” on an impromptu basis. This is a progressive and unique event for health, environmental and community-minded Ohioans.



For activity details, visit www.walkroll.com

A Scoop for a Pint! (7/13)

Sunday, July 13th, 2008

Don't miss this annual blood drive hosted by Mitchells Ice Cream in Rocky River in collaboration with the American Red Cross. From noon to five, stop by and donate a pint of blood and in return you will get a free scoop of their Cleveland-made ice cream.



My current favorite is peach but I also love the mango sorbet...what's yours?

For details call Mitchell's at 440.333.4563 19700 Detroit Rd, Rocky River
For the full flavor list visit www.mitchellshomemade.com