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New Capriccio’s Restaurant to open in Solon
SOLON, Ohio –Capriccio’s Restaurant will open this fall in the former Fisher’s American Tavern in Solon. The former restaurant, which closed in May, is being reimagined as an Italian eatery. When it reopens it will have an 89-seat dining room and a 22-seat patio. If you purchase...
Slavic Village housing crisis detailed in new film
“The House Next Door” tells the story through poignant, personal stories from people directly impacted by the mortgage crisis. In 2008, the mortgage foreclosure crisis laid waste to many communities, including the Slavic Village neighborhood in Cleveland. In 2017, director John P. Vourlis started working on a movie about the effects the crisis had on his hometown.
Nestle’s Solon facility changing the way people eat
Solon is home to Nestle USA’s meals division, pizza and snacking division and Nestle Professional Solutions at 30003 Bainbridge Road. The company – gthe city’s second largest with 2,398 employees as of 2023 according to the city – has a vision to become sustainable by 2050 and “leave the world better than we found it.”
Learn About Nneka and Tusa, Two Cleveland Metroparks Zoo Gorillas
Watch this special spotlight on two of Cleveland Metroparks Zoo’s female gorillas, Nneka and Tusa, to learn about the family group hierarchy and discover each gorilla’s most unique feature. You’ll also get an update on how the babies are adapting to the group, and what to expect when you visit this summer.
The YMCA is a great place for older adults to connect and stay active
CLEVELAND, Ohio -- Helping to keep senior citizens sprightly and engaged is the goal of numerous programs at the YMCA of Greater Cleveland. Executive Director of Health Initiatives Linda McVey said the Y is committed to having a positive impact on aging adults through its network of branches and extensive programing.
‘Excitement is building’ for Lyndhurst’s Aug. 3 tribute to hometown rocker Eric Carmen
LYNDHURST, Ohio -- Mayor Patrick Ward is enthusiastically looking ahead to Aug. 3 -- the date when the city will pay tribute to songwriter and musician Eric Carmen. Carmen spent his early years in Lyndhurst before going on to fame, first as a member of Cleveland rock band The Raspberries, then as a solo artist, then as a writer of hits for other artists and movie soundtracks.
A Historic Bank Is Now Tremont's Best Restaurant
When it comes to dining, many places curate an unforgettable atmosphere. Few, however, can quite compare to one Tremont restaurant that opened in 2010. Dante, now a famous foodie landmark in Cleveland, combines excellent dining with an incredible ambiance. Diners rave about this spot on TripAdvisor, and most naturally talk about the delicious cuisine. However, the old building in which the restaurant is housed also has a story to tell. It was once a bank, and not just for a little while… before this beauty was a restaurant, it housed banks for over 80 years. This is one foodie destination in Cleveland that you’ll want to check out!
Health benefits of water exercise
Spending time in the water this summer is a great way to stay cool. It can also be a great way to stay in shape. Collin Kitchell, MD, family medicine physician for Cleveland Clinic Florida, highlights the health benefits. “Some of the spectacular health benefits of aqua therapy and swimming...
Parades and Festivals – Part 7
Each year they have a gathering where twins learn about genetics, health and other things. The highlight is the Double Take Parade. 2 thoughts on “Parades and Festivals – Part 7”. Twinsburg and a festival of twins. That is fun. Great photos. Like. when we lived in Ohio...
Tree-kangaroos the focus of Cleveland Metroparks Zoo research
The Cleveland Metroparks’ Zoo Science research team presented overviews and outcomes on their projects to the Board of Park Commissioners on July 18. Research curators and zoo scientists Noah Dunham and Diana Koester spoke to the board about several long-term projects their team has been working on. Koester described a recent project studying Matschie’s tree kangaroos, a species native to Southeast Asia whose population has been experiencing difficulty breeding. Koester said research showed the breeding troubles came from the kangaroo population becoming too overweight. So, the research team “overhauled the entire set of diet recommendations for all zoos feeding this species,” according to Koester, “and we continue to work with this species supporting the zoos as they transition over to this diet.”
Crowds pour into downtown Willoughby for 33rd Willoughby ArtsFest
Crowds of visitors, artists, sponsors and more took over the streets of downtown Willoughby on July 20 to celebrate the arts. The 33rd annual Willoughby ArtsFest was expected to draw more than 140 artists and more than 7,000 visitors to the city, said Willoughby Western Lake County Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Dana Wolfe.
Jukebox to celebrate 10 years in Cleveland’s Ohio City with tropical patio party
CLEVELAND, Ohio — Jukebox in Ohio City is celebrating its 10-year anniversary with a tropical-themed summer party. The bar and restaurant at 1404 W. 29th Street is celebrating a decade in business on August 4 starting at 2 p.m. If you purchase a product or register for an account...
The big story behind Lyle Lovett and His Large Band
CLEVELAND, Ohio -- It’s been 35 years since Lyle Lovett first gave His Large Band title credit on one of his albums. But the history of the ensemble is even longer than that. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site,...
Violet Edge, A Magazine for Cleveland Creative Arts, Celebrates First Anniversary
For the past year, Cleveland photographer/designer Denyce Renee has been publishing a magazine called Violet Edge, dedicating to showcasing the work of the area’s creative communities in photography, fashion, music and art. On Thursday July 25, she’s throwing a party to celebrate Violet Edge’s first anniversary. It kicks off...
Brazilian Artist Debuts New Public Work in Wendy Park with Party in the Park
Brazilian artist Alex Senna has created black-and-white murals in England, Korean, Russia, Italy, Denmark and many other countries, using a comics and graffiti-inspired style to spread a message of love, peace and community. Recently, Cleveland’s Land Studio hired him to produce a piece of public art for Wendy Park on...
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