Malley's Chocolates this week unveiled a refreshed look to its 1937 Lakewood flagship store. The new look has modern updates while preserving the nostalgic charm that has made it a Cleveland favorite for nearly 90 years. Local artist Lisa Quine contributed an enormous mural, while designers preserved, yet updated, Malley's signature pink and green colors.
Saint Luke's Foundation is inviting residents from the Buckeye-Shaker, Woodhill, and Mt. Pleasant neighborhoods to meet the four architectural finalists for its new headquarters this Wednesday, Nov.19 at Morningstar Baptist Church. Attendees can reviewthe proposals, ask questions, and vote for the preferred design team.
Care Alliance Health Center will host its annual Turkey and Food Giveaway on Saturday, Nov. 15 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at its Central Clinic, providing turkeys, nonperishable items, and household goods to Cleveland families facing food insecurity. With delays in SNAP benefits and rising grocery costs community leaders and partners are joining forces to ensure families receive support during the holiday season.
Catholic Charities, Diocese of Cleveland, will prepare and deliver 12,000 free turkey dinners an in-person community meal at the St. Augustine Hunger Center on Thanksgiving, addressing rising food insecurity in Northeast Ohio, where one in six people lack reliable access to food.
On November 10, 1975, the S.S. Edmund Fitzgerald, once the largest vessel on the Great Lakes, sank in a violent storm on Lake Superior, taking all 29 crew members to their deaths. The 729-foot freighter, carrying taconite pellets from Superior, Wisconsin to Detroit, was most likely overwhelmed by massive waves, just 20 miles from the safety of Whitefish Bay. The tragedy marked the end of an era for Great Lakes shipping and remains one of the most haunting maritime disasters in American history.
As the federal government shutdown causes stress and temporarily pauses SNAP benefits, two Northeast Ohio organizations are providing creative support to families facing food insecurity and financial strain. The Rustic Grill at StoneWater in Highland Heights is offering free kids' meals, while the Children's Museum of Cleveland is hosting a free community play event and providing year-long memberships to eligible families.
The Cuyahoga County Public Library's Parma-Powers branch transformed a 240-square-foot space into a dynamic Art Wall, featuring rotating exhibits from local and national artists. This initiative is an example of how libraries are adapting to meet community needs, offering not just books but also access to art, technology, and shared experiences.
The Alzheimer's Association's Cleveland Chapter's 2025 Walk to End Alzheimer's at Cleveland Metroparks Zoo on Oct. 18 attracted 449,000 participants and 408 teams, and raised $740,701 towards its $825,000 goal. Two local teams ranked in the nationwide Top 50 Teams list. Photographer Reuben Kutash kept up with the group, and documented their steps.
Lake Erie Ink and Cleveland State University English department will host the fifth annual Teen Writers' Symposium, allowing young writers in grades six through 12 to explore their creativity and develop their writing skills through workshops, panel discussions, and interactions with guest writers.
Malley's Chocolates, Great Lakes Brewing Company, and Heinen's Grocery Store have collaborated to create Toffee Amber Lager, inspired by Malley's iconic Bordeaux chocolate. The limited-edition brew, now available at Heinen's and Great Lakes' Ohio City brewpub, combines the flavors of toffee and chocolate in a 6.1% ABV lager, celebrating Cleveland's rich culinary traditions and community spirit.
Towards Employment is hosting its "Work & Reentry Experience" at the Cleveland Public Library, featuring live jazz music and personal stories from program alumni. The free event celebrates the resilience of people who have overcome challenges to achieve meaningful employment and successful reentry into society.
The Veterans & First Responders Foundation recently hosted its Fourth Annual Golf Outing at Canterbury Golf Club, bringing together community members to honor first responders and raise funds for various support initiatives. The event featured a skydiving display and the appearance of K-9 Chinook, serving in honor of fallen Euclid Police Officer Jacob Derbin and highlighting the foundation's commitment to supporting first responders and their families during times of need.
An Eastern black rhino calf was recently born at Cleveland Metroparks Zoo, just before World Rhino Day. Black rhinos are critically endangered species and the zoo is raising awareness about rhino conservation.
The Shaker Arts Council (SHAC) has unveiled nine newly wrapped utility boxes as part of its annual Painting the Town art competition. The project features designs by local professional artists and a high school graduate completing her senior project, bringing color and creativity to the streets of Shaker Heights along the Rapid Transit Green and Blue Lines.
Engage! Cleveland is hosting its third annual Develop, Engage, and Inspire Conference this Wednesday, Sept. 17. The event will focus on themes of belonging and community engagement, and feature dynamic sessions and speakers from various sectors to attract and retain diverse talent in Greater Cleveland.
The Tunnel to Towers Foundation presented the 9/11 Never Forget Mobile Exhibit at Lyndhurst City Hall over Labor Day weekend, offering a tribute to those who lost their lives on September 11, 2001. The exhibit features artifacts, audio recordings, and firsthand accounts from retired first responders.
The Association of Black Cardiologists will host a Pop-Up in the Park with free heart health screenings during a weekend of music and community celebration The event, supported by the Make Them Know Your Name Foundation, educates the community on heart health. Along with health screenings, attendees can enjoy musical performances by notable R&B artists.
EDWINS Leadership & Restaurant Institute hosted a five-course dinner at Grafton Correctional Institution, prepared and served by incarcerated individuals participating in EDWINS owner Brandon Chrostowsski's culinary program. The event showcased the students' culinary skills and the produce grown in the prison's garden, while highlighting EDWINS' mission of providing second chances through culinary education.
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Northeast Ohio this week donated 20,000 pounds of food to the Salvation Army of Greater Cleveland, significantly boosting its food pantry supplies at a time when households are financially tight. The donation is part of the Salvation Army's "Need Knows No Season" campaign to raise awareness about year-round hunger.
The 2025 Lifebanc Gift of Life Walk & Run brought together walkers and runners to celebrate lives saved through organ, eye, and tissue donation. The event raised awareness and funds for Lifebanc's mission while honoring donors, recipients, and families affected by organ donation.