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Love is Resistance: Photos of exhibit opening at Transformer Station
he exhibition "Love is Resistance," featuring works by CIA students, faculty, and alumni, explores love as a radical act against oppression and will be at the Cleveland Museum of Art's Transformer Station until April 6. Photographer Leah Trznadel documented the opening night activity.
Amplify your voice and express yourself: Lake Erie Ink’s annual Kids’ Comic Con is this weekend
Lake Erie Ink's 13th annual Kids' Comic Con occurs this weekend at moCa and the Cleveland Museum of Art Community Arts Center at the Pivot Center. The two-day event offers young artists and storytellers an immersive experience in comic creation and artistic expression with workshops, guest artists, an Artists' Alley, and activities.
Drama performance in historic Shaker home to benefit BorderLight Theatre Fest
BorderLight Theatre Festival organizers will host a fundraising event on March 20, showcasing the festival's 2024 Audience Choice Award-winning play "I Wear My Dead Sister's Clothes" by Cleveland playwright Amy Schwabauer. The intimate performance will take place in the historic Peckham House in Shaker Heights.
Cleveland native brings hometown soul food flair to Cleveland Restaurant Week
Cleveland Heights native Jeremy McBryde's  soul food restaurant Comfort CLE in Glenville is about to start its second run in Cleveland Restaurant Week—offering $39 three-course prix fixe menus today through March 14. Find out what Comfort CLE has on the menu!
Huge LEGO model of future USS Cleveland unveiled at Great Lakes Science Center
Cleveland Mayor Justin Bibb declared March 1 "USS Cleveland Day" during the unveiling of the LEGO scale model of the Navy's soon-to-be commissioned USS Cleveland.
Be a dancing queen to celebrate Women’s History Month at the Cleveland Museum of Art
The Cleveland Museum of Art will host MIX: Dancing Queen event this Friday, March 7, celebrating Women's History Month with a disco-themed dance party. The event will feature DJ Hodgepodge Lodge and DJ Guilty Pleasures spinning vinyl disco sets. There will be themed food and drinks, with free admission to the Picasso and Paper exhibition.
Driving change: The winners of Accelerate civic pitch competition
The 11th annual Accelerate: Citizens Make Change civic pitch competition drew 32 aspiring entrepreneurs to pitch 24 innovative initiatives in categories like social change, climate innovation, and education. Top honors went to teenage brothers who created a youth employment program for neighborhood services.
A glimpse into the life of a teenage boy through texting (and an unexpected phone call)
Kelly Boland Nagusky reflects on the world of parenting her 15-year-old son through his text messages regarding everything from grocery requests to personal hygiene needs. The interaction highlights the unpredictable nature of parenthood and the importance of finding humor in everyday situations. 
GCRTA drives toward cleaner future with compressed natural gas buses
The Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority is transitioning its diesel bus fleet to compressed natural gas (CNG) vehicles, thanks to a Diesel Emission Reduction grant. The goal is to reduce emissions, lower fuel costs, and improve rider comfort while aligning with Cleveland's climate action goals.
Veterans & First Responders Foundation donates thermal imaging devices to local fire departments
The Veterans & First Responders Foundation (VFR) has donated 12 thermal imaging devices to fire departments in Willoughby Hills, Highland Heights, and Beachwood. The devices help firefighters in low visibility, improving safety and emergency response capabilities.
Photo essay: A balmy Brite Winter 2025
Another brilliant day of music, creativity, community, and fire is in the books as #BriteWinter2025 wraps up its Sweet 16th year. Photographer Shawn Brewster recaps the memorable event this photo essay.
Return to summer camp: Children’s Museum to host nostalgic evening for grownups
The Children's Museum of Cleveland is hosting Camp CMC, an adults-only event that recreates the nostalgic summer camp experience while supporting the museum's Wonder Fund. The evening offers attendees the opportunity to engage in various camp-themed activities, enjoy local food and drinks, and contribute to programs that make the museum accessible to all families in the community.
CLE-Vignettes: Brandywine Falls at Cuyahoga Valley National Park
CLE-Vignettes are photos that show how people in Northeast Ohio spend their time—what they are doing for fun and entertainment, or how they are just spending time with friends and family. Share your CLE-Vignette with us!
Sweet 16: Celebrate the season with a Brite Winter weekend
Brite Winter, Cleveland's annual winter festival, returns for its 16th year with a new location on the East Bank of the Flats. This weekend's event features nearly 30 musical acts, art installations, food trucks, and family-friendly activities. With a mix of indoor and outdoor spaces, Brite Winter brings the community together around the fire during Cleveland's coldest months!
Banish Winter, welcome Spring: CLE Kurentovanje kicks off this weekend
The 13th Annual Cleveland Kurentovanje Festival and Parade, a Slovenian-inspired event that banishes winter and welcomes the arrival of spring, returns to the St. Clair-Superior neighborhood with eight days of celebration, events, and traditions.
Rapid beautification: Nine years of Painting the Town in Shaker Heights
The Shaker Arts Council (SHAC) is launching its annual Painting the Town project, a public art initiative that transforms utility boxes into vibrant artworks along Shaker Heights streets.
CLE-Vignettes
CLE-Vignettes are photos that show how people in Northeast Ohio spend their time—what they are doing for fun and entertainment, or how they are just spending time with friends and family. Share your CLE-Vignette with us!
Honoring President James A. Garfield on Presidents Day
Ohio has produced seven U.S. Presidents, including Northeast Ohio native James A. Garfield. In honor of Presidents Days, FreshWater honors President Garfield's legacy and his final resting place at the James A. Garfield Memorial in Lake View Cemetery.
Celebrate love in many forms on Valentine’s Day at the Cleveland Museum of Art
The Cleveland Museum of Art is hosting a variety of Valentine's Day events and exhibitions, offering visitors a unique blend of art, music, and dining experiences. The museum provides diverse options for couples, friends, and art enthusiasts to celebrate the holiday.
Malley’s Chocolates marks 90 years of sweet love stories this Valentine’s Day
Malley's Chocolates, a Northeast Ohio institution since 1935, celebrates its 90th anniversary this Valentine's Day. Malley’s president and CEO Mike Malley explores the company's history, popular confections, and the enduring connection between love, chocolate, and cherished Cleveland memories.