Independent rock band Red Wanting Blue returns to Ohio’s North Coast to headline the 2nd Annual “Rock United,” a concert to benefit the 2010-2011 United Way of Greater Cleveland Campaign. The Columbus-based band will perform live at Barley House on Friday, September 24th. Doors open at 6:00p.m. and special guests include JACKIE, Gene the Werewolf [...]
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Terminal Tower Observation Deck Open Weekends During September and October 2010
August 31, 2010 – 11:09 am
Beginning Saturday, September 4th, 2010 and continuing through Sunday, October 31st, 2010, the general public will once again have the opportunity to go up to The Terminal Tower Observation Deck, and experience the breathtaking views of Downtown from this magnificent Cleveland landmark.
The Observation Deck will be open on Saturdays from 12:00-5:00p.m. and on Sundays from [...]
Complete Sparx City Hop Information
August 17, 2010 – 4:10 pm
We are extremely excited about this year’s Sparx City Hop! Over 70 galleries and studios, over 100 restaurants and eateries, and over 25 sidewalk concerts will be connected by free trolleys
The City Hop is a free all day event that celebrates the visual, culinary and performing arts of Cleveland’s most central and metropolitan neighborhoods. Free trolley service by Lolly the Trolley allows individuals and families to “hop” through the neighborhoods of Downtown (Historic Gateway Neighborhood, Historic Warehouse District, PlayhouseSquare and the Campus District) as well as the neighborhoods that connect directly to Downtown (Tremont, Ohio City, MidTown, AsiaTown and St. Clair Superior). Here is a map of the trolley routes and the stops the trolley makes as part of the event:
Day Two Will Be Open to the Public All Day!
July 14, 2010 – 3:32 pm
Due to the number of requests and inquiries from the general public, the organizers and exhibitors of Cleveland’s First Furniture and Millwork Fair have graciously decided to open the exhibits of the fair to the general public for the entire day of Thursday, July 15th. Doors open at 8am.
Terminal Tower Observation Deck to open this Summer
June 28, 2010 – 9:46 am
Beginning, Saturday July 10th and continuing until Sunday, August 1st, the Terminal Tower Observation Deck will be open to the public for a limited time only. On Saturdays and Sundays in July, individuals will have the opportunity to go up into this magnificent Cleveland landmark and, once again, experience the breathtaking views of Downtown. Downtown Cleveland Alliance and Forest City have partnered to make this opening possible.
E.4th Patio Parties Start Tonight!
June 10, 2010 – 11:25 am
Every Thursday night this summer, come enjoy the weather and the atmosphere on E.4th Street! There will be great food, drink specials, live music, retailers on the street and sidewalk performers.
Every Thursday, the fun starts at 5pm (and goes till 8pm) with local musicians playing everything from jazz to acoustic guitar, local boutique owners selling items such as jewelry & vintage clothes, all while being entertained by the St. Ignatius street performers. Go Fourth & Party!
Tall Ships Festival Needs 600 Volunteers
May 20, 2010 – 11:41 am
The Tall Ships are coming and your help is needed!
Yes, the Cleveland Tall Ships Festival will be held in Cleveland from July 7-11, 2010. The Festival is being organized and presented by the Rotary Club of Cleveland and the Port of Cleveland, along with several other sponsors, including Downtown Cleveland Alliance.
“To insure that everything runs smoothly and that those attending have the best time possible, some 600 enthusiastic volunteers are needed to handle a number of tasks on-site during the Festival,” said Julie West, Tall Ships Volunteer Coordinator. “We need greeters, ticket takers, ‘Ask Me’ volunteers, crowd control marshals, hospitality workers, docents, and ship liaisons,” Ms. West added.
Neighborhood Parties during the Cleveland Marathon
May 10, 2010 – 3:51 pm
The Rite Aid Cleveland Marathon is one of the City of Cleveland’s signature events. While thousands of runners take part in the annual tradition, the race is more than just an experience for the runners, it’s a community event for the whole city! This year, several neighborhood parties and cheering sections have been organized by Cleveland Neighborhood Development Coalition (CNDC) and each of the neighborhood directors in the city.
The parties are meant to showcase the different neighborhoods of Cleveland, all while showing support for the race participants. These parties are open to the public - so please pick a party and enjoy race morning Cleveland style!
Cleveland City Planning Commission Approves the Canal Basin District Plan
May 10, 2010 – 2:48 pm
On Friday last week, the Cleveland City Planning Commission, by unanimous vote, adopted the Canal Basin District Plan. The plan, which is sponsored by Downtown Cleveland Alliance, the City of Cleveland and Ohio Canal Corridor, was presented by Greg Calpino of the nationally prominent landscape architecture firm JJR. The overview of the project and the plan was given by Tom Yablonsky, Executive Vice President of Downtown Cleveland Alliance.
The centerpiece of the Canal Basin District Plan is the proposed Canal Basin Park, which will include the current Settlers Landing Park and expand it to a new 24 acre signature park for the city. In addition to the park, the plan coordinates necessary linkages to nearby neighborhoods and from the last phase of the Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail.
Live Jazz at VERVE Begins Tonight!
May 7, 2010 – 2:05 pm
VERVE Restaurant begins its collaboration with Jazz 28 this evening! The new collaboration has created a new go-to place for great food and entertainment in Downtown Cleveland.
“Jazz 28 has developed an excellent reputation for bringing top-name jazz entertainers to Cleveland. We are excited about the fact that we are now able to introduce northeast Ohio to a venue where diners and jazz enthusiasts can consistently rely on creative cuisine and outstanding performances,” says VERVE Chef/Owner Brian Okin.
The Jazz 28 performances are scheduled for Friday and Saturday nights only, beginning at 8:00 p.m. and ending at 11:30 p.m. VERVE will be serving dinner throughout.
