Cuyahoga County Public Library launched the second half of its Writer Center Stage Series last week with author Hernan Diaz. Attendees can look forward to hearing the stories of Rebecca Makkai, Kiese Laymon, and Imani Perry later this spring.

Just in time for Women's History Month, the Cleveland Museum of Art will host MIX: Women on Wax this Friday, when groundbreaking DJ Minx and Cleveland DJ Red-I keep the Ames Family Atrium hopping while celebrating women in the DJ culture.

Award-winning, multi-talented Jon Batiste treated an intimate sold-out crowd of 700 people to a variety of melodies and sounds during his hour-long performance at Cleveland Museum of Art's Gartner Auditorium this past Sunday. Bob Perkoski captured some of the magic.

The long-awaited total solar eclipse sweeps across Cleveland in April with the opportunity to witness a once-in-a-lifetime event like no other. Astronomers at the Cleveland Museum of Natural History are especially excited to share their knowledge and plenty of fun activities and events for guests of all ages.

Lake Erie Ink's 12th annual Kids' Comic Con: Ignite you Imagination takes place on Friday and Saturday, March 1 and 2 at institutions like Cleveland Institute of Art, Cleveland Museum of Art's Pivot Center, and MoCa. Kids, teens, and adults are encouraged to ignite their creativity all weekend!

Orchids Forever: Golden Hour, Holden Forests & Gardens' annual flower show, opened last weekend at the Cleveland Botanical Garden. Managing editor Bob Perkoski captured some of the vibrant colors of the orchids. Get your tickets to the exhibits and classes today!

With offices and government buildings closed on Monday, Jan. 15 in honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, the Cleveland Museum of Art’s galleries were open to everyone—offering art activities and entertainment to honor and celebrate the work and lessons of the Rev. Dr. King. FreshWater managing photographer Bob Perkoski was there to capture the day in photos.

The Cleveland Botanical Garden will be bursting with color on Saturday, Jan. 27 through Sunday, March 17 with Holden Forests & Gardens' annual flower show, Orchids Forever: Golden Hour. Tickets are on sale now and registration is open for classes and activities for every age and interest.

FreshWater managing photographer Bob Perkoski provides a peek into the everyday lives of Clevelanders going about their business in the neighborhoods and on the streets of Cleveland.

The Cleveland Museum of Art will celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr. Day on Monday, Jan. 15 with its regular free admission, hands-on art activities, and entertainment from WOVU 95.9 FM's DJ Kristyles and Humbly Submitted—all to learn from each other, celebrate humanity, exchange ideas, and spur creativity in a space for reflection.

The holiday season is the perfect time to visit the Cleveland Museum of Art and CMA's Community Arts Center for world-class exhibits, hands-on art projects, holiday decorations, or just grabbing a bite while spending time with friends at Provenance.

The Cleveland Museum of Natural History is offering an immersive experience with the broadcast of Pink Floyd's "Dark Side of the Moon" in surround sound, paired with breathtaking views of the cosmos in the Shafran Planetarium.

A completely new holiday experience has arrived at the Cleveland Botanical Garden with Frost: An Ice Capped Garden Experience—featuring Winter botanical displays, holiday lights, and immersive, themed rooms that will transport guests to an enchanting world. Bob Perkoski took a tour to give our readers a preview of what’s in store for guests at Frost this holiday season.

The Cleveland Museum of Art will celebrate 50 years of hip-hop this Friday with MIX: Beat Street—featuring a lineup of seven DJs, food, and cocktails, and access to all CMA exhibits with the purchase of a MIX ticket.

The Cleveland Orchestra is in the festive spirit and getting ready for its first-ever Winter Spree fundraiser on Tuesday, Dec. 5 at Severance Music Center. The event features a variety of local vendors, Orchestra performances of selections from "The Nutcracker" and "The Snow Maiden" and dinner in the Bogomolny-Kozerefski Grand Foyer.

FreshWater managing photographer Bob Perkoski attended the Cleveland Museum of Art's “Tasting Notes: Date Night with Degas” at Provenance Restaurant with Chef Doug Katz and music—part of the museum's "Degas and the Laundress: Women, Work, and Impressionism" exhibit. Both the exhibit and Tasting Notes run through the end of January.

Engage! Cleveland recently held its inaugural Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Conference at the Cleveland Museum of Art. A sold-out crowd participated in conversations about diversity and listened to speakers discuss how to foster inclusive workplaces, address systemic barriers, promote equitable opportunities, and create a more just and inclusive society.

Cleveland Museum of Art's “Degas and the Laundress: Women, Work, and Impressionism” exhibit depicts a darker side of life as a working woman in 1800s France. On Friday nights, enjoy Date Night with Degas at Provenance Restaurant—with a docent-led tour of the exhibit and live music and French dinner curated by Chef Doug Katz.

Last month, the Ohio legislature declared Nov. 19 James A. Garfield Day—honoring the 20th U.S. President and Moreland Hills native. FreshWater contributing editor Grant Segal dives into the president's political history, his assassination, and his Ohio legacies in Moreland Hills and at Lake View Cemetery.

Grammy award-nominated vocalist Omara Portuondo—most known for her lead vocals with the Buena Vista Social Club—will perform at the Cleveland Museum of Art on Wednesday during a stop on her Farewell World Tour VIDA 2023.