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The Cavaliers have unveiled their 2025-26 City Edition uniforms, featuring orange and yellow hues inspired by autumn sunsets at Edgewater Beach and across the trails on Cleveland Metroparks' 25,000 acres.
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This Friday, the Cleveland Museum of Art will host MIX: Renaissance to Revolution, celebrating both Beyoncé's music with DJ Lily Jade and DJ Black Unicorn, and the museum's largest fashion exhibition in it history, Renaissance to Runway: The Enduring Italian Houses.
CAN Journal will host its annual Buy Art, Buy Ohio benefit this Saturday, Nov. 8, at The Hall at St. James in Lakewood. The event features an immersive projection-mapped installation that showcases work from more than 30 regional artists and is edited by Cleveland artist Jason Toth. Proceeds support CAN Journal's work while guests can celebrate local artists, enjoy music, an auction, and kick off their holiday shopping with local goods and art.
Cleveland's 21st annual Día de Muertos Festival, organized by Cleveland Public Theatre and Día de Muertos Ohio, will take place on November 1st in the Gordon Square Arts District. The event, which honors the memory of those who have passed, will feature traditional arts, music, dance, food, and cultural activities, including altar installations and the Skulls and Skeletons Procession.
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Postcards to and from Clevelanders in the 1900s-1910s. Lots of turkey, and a couple cryptic messages, but holiday spirit nonetheless.
Cleveland Independents' Cleveland Restaurant Week runs through this Friday, November 14, featuring more than 30 local independent restaurants offering three-course $39 prix fixe menus. Bruno's Ristorante ia offering authentic regional Italian dishes made from generations-old family recipes, available for both dine-in and carryout.
Pregnant with Possibilities Resource Center recently celebrated its 10th anniversary with a gala to honor its achievements in maternal and infant health. The event featured the unveiling of a complete organizational rebrand, recognition of outstanding community members with the Mom on the Move Awards, and fundraising efforts toward a $150,000 goal to support programs serving vulnerable populations.
On Tuesday, Lutheran Metropolitan Ministry will unveil its solar-powered affordable housing project in Cleveland's St. Clair-Superior neighborhood, featuring four energy-positive studio units designed for low-income buyers. Developed in partnership with PadSmart, the homes combine solar technology, efficient construction methods, and universal design to dramatically reduce both rent and utility costs.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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The Shaker Arts Council and Craft Kinship will present a Holiday Art Market at Van Aken District on Saturday, Dec. 13, featuring works by Cleveland Institute of Art students, alumni, and emerging artists. The one-day event will offer handmade glass, ceramics, jewelry, and other crafts, with 20% of proceeds supporting the Shaker Arts Council.
FreshWater Cleveland will host its second annual Turkey Trot Costume Contest for participants of the 44th Cleveland Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 27. Participants can submit photos of their costumes in individual, group, or pet divisions until Dec. 1, with voting open until Dec. 8.
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The YMCA of Greater Cleveland has some tips on making Halloween a safe and inclusive experience for all children. The Y's Natisha Bowling offers advice on managing anxiety, addressing food allergies, supporting sensory sensitivities, and ensuring safety while trick-or-treating to create a positive Halloween experience for every child.
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The Cleveland Museum of Art wil host MIX: Viva la Fiesta this Friday to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with Latin music, dancing, art activities. View works by Hispanic artists in the museum's collection for a vibrant cultural experience!
Sustainability is growing in importance in the manufacturing industry, with companies of all sizes integrating eco-friendly practices into their operations. Sustainable practices can reduce waste and energy consumption, lower costs, incorporate recycled materials, and improve public trust.
South Euclid's 11th Annual Rock the Block festival will take place on Friday, Aug. 22 and Saturday, Aug. 23 centered around the South Euclid Food Truck Park, featuring live music, food trucks, and family activities. The event, headlined by Welshly Arms, will showcase 14 acts across three stages in the city's Downtown District.
This summer, local musicians have enriched Northeast Ohio neighborhoods with performances at unconventional venues—from grocery stores to prisons, to residential front porches. Funded by Cuyahoga Arts & Culture, these initiatives make live music more accessible to diverse populations and create harmony throughout the region.
Startups face many challenges in the current economic climate, particularly companies in the manufacturing sector. Applications are open for MAGNET's 2025 Mspire Pitch Competition, which supports manufacturing innovation through funding, exposure, and guidance to entrepreneurs—with a focus on fostering physical product development.
Cuyahoga County officials and MAGNET celebrated the successful launch of 3,000 manufacturing careers over the past three years through MAGNET's Manufacturing Sector Partnership. The initiative brought together manufacturers, educators, workforce organizations, and government leaders to build a stronger, more inclusive manufacturing economy in the region.
The Cuyahoga Valley Farmers Market, the only farmers market located within a U.S. National Park, offers a year-round showcase of local produce, artisanal products, and prepared foods from within a 100-mile radius of the 33,000-acre Cuyahoga Valley National Park. The summer season features more than 70 local vendors, live music, and special events like the Annual Tomato Tasting.
MAGNET's Advanced Manufacturing Fund addresses the funding gap for physical product startups, which often struggle to attract traditional venture capital. Through a $4 million allocation, the fund attempts to accelerate growth of early-stage manufacturing startups and cultivate a niche investment network.
Cleveland organizations are preparing for Juneteenth celebrations with support from Cuyahoga Arts & Culture, offering a variety of events that honor the holiday's historical significance. Organizers say they hope the events will educate, entertain, and foster community engagement while highlighting the contributions of Black artists and entrepreneurs in the region.
The Conservancy for Cuyahoga Valley National Park's ree outdoor music festival Rhythm on the River celebrates its fifth year as part of the park's 50th anniversary. The event series, running from June to August, features live music, historical exhibitions, and family-friendly activities, showcasing the park's rich jazz history and natural beauty.