Cleveland’s Three Arcades – Revisited

One of my favorite places in Cleveland is The Arcade. Its impressive architecture and the overall expanse of the structure can take one’s breath away. Cleveland also has two other arcades that, while much smaller, can be fun places to visit, even if just to appreciate the spaces.

While visiting downtown Cleveland last week, I decided to not only stop at ”The Arcade” but to also visit Cleveland’s "other" arcades – the Euclid Arcade and the Colonial Arcade, now part of the “5th Street Arcades".)

The Arcade was opened in 1890 and placed on the Register of Historic Places in 1975. It spans between Euclid Avenue and Superior. These two streets are not level and it may be confusing if entering on Euclid at street level as the exit to Superior requires a trip down a stairway. It is a beautiful space any time of the year but is particularly stunning when decorated for Christmas and viewed at night.

Across the street and a short walk down are the Euclid Arcade and the Colonial Arcade. The Euclid Arcade was built in 1911 and the Colonial in 1898. These arcades provide a convenient cut-though between Euclid Avenue and Prospect Avenue.  The Colonial Arcade appears very straight but the Euclid has a slight curve to it.  These arcades were independent of one another until 2000, when a connector between both structures was added. They became the 5th Street Arcades, part of a project that also brought the hotel Marriott Residence Inn.


Here are photos of all three arcades; I encourage visitors to Cleveland to take the time to explore these wonderful spaces!

The Arcade

The Colonial Arcade

The Euclid Arcade

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Cleveland’s “New” Public Square – The View From The “Top”

Cleveland’s Public Square is being rededicated today. I visited the site yesterday to get a look at the revamped space. The square now seems much larger with the removal of one street that cut across the space. While there is still a street space in the center (which appears to be for temporary use, not for constant traffic), the space feels far more expansive. Grassy hills have been added and the view of the Terminal Tower and surrounding area has never been better.  Here are two photos from my personal collection.  (I apologize for any distortion from the wide angled panoramas.) 

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NBC Superstar LeBron James and Business Partner Maverick Carter Draft a Winning Lineup for New CNBC Series “Cleveland Hustles” (Press Release)

CNBC Press Release June 24, 2016

NBA SUPERSTAR LEBRON JAMES AND BUSINESS PARTNER 

MAVERICK CARTER DRAFT A WINNING LINEUP 

FOR NEW CNBC SERIES ‘CLEVELAND HUSTLES’

Successful Local Business Leaders Kumar Arora, Kathy Futey, Alan Glazen and 

Jonathon Sawyer Tapped as Investors and Mentors

C-Suite Exec B. Bonin Bough to Host

ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, N.J. — June 24, 2016 — Today, CNBC announced LeBron James’ and Maverick Carter’s selection of local judges and globally recognized C-suite host for the network’s highly anticipated unscripted primetime series, “Cleveland Hustles,” premiering ‪Wednesday, August 24 at 10pm ET‪/PT. The series teams four successful Cleveland business leaders with local entrepreneurs looking for an investment to launch their own brick-and-mortar stores. The series is set in the Gordon Square Arts District, a once troubled neighborhood that’s working to rebuild.

“This show is special to me because it’s about giving hard-working people a life-changing opportunity to make their dreams a reality while creating real change in the Cleveland community,” said Maverick Carter. “I’m proud that SpringHill Entertainment is behind a project like this that is more than a TV show – it’s a transformational series that can lift up all of Northeast Ohio and one that will resonate with people across the country.”

Host with Global Credentials
Hosting “Cleveland Hustles” is LeBron James’ and Maverick Carter’s hand-picked host, B. Bonin Bough, Chief Media & eCommerce Officer for one of the largest snack food companies in the world. Bough manages one of the world’s largest media budgets and is responsible for building the company’s billion-dollar eCommerce business. A leader among the youngest C-level executives within Fortune 50 today, Bough is highly regarded as one of the industry’s most influential marketers with his campaigns successfully growing some of the globe’s largest brands. The premiere of the show also corresponds with the publication of Bough’s new book “Txt Me,” which explores the increasing impact mobile devices have on individuals, companies and society.

Bough’s business savvy has earned him numerous accolades including an induction into the Advertising Hall of Fame, being named one of Fast Company’s most creative people, and earning a spot on Fortune’s 40 Under 40 list. In addition, he is a successful investor in startups and small businesses and created the very first corporate accelerator programs that have become instrumental in linking startups with other big brands to help them potentially realize their billion-dollar ambitions.

“I’m a lucky guy. For the past 15 years, I’ve worked in some incredible global organizations that share my passion for innovation and entrepreneurial endeavor and they have allowed me to act as agent provocateur by bringing some of the most enlightened innovators in the world into their well-oiled operations,” B. Bonin Bough says. “Sometimes to disrupt, sometimes to learn - always to challenge; the bridge between scale businesses and startups is forever challenging and worthwhile. And now, Maverick has offered me the chance to bring these learnings to Cleveland. I’m delighted to work with Maverick, and with this stellar mentor panel, but above all, I’m ecstatic to be working with the entrepreneurs themselves. ‘Cleveland Hustles’ promises to be a new front-line for innovators and I’m honored to be part of it.”

Mentor and Investor Panel from the Heart of Cleveland

LeBron James and Maverick Carter have enlisted the help of four successful local business leaders to give the fledgling entrepreneurs the chance of a lifetime – financial backing investing their own money, expert guidance, and a storefront to launch their enterprise. The panelists have a wide range of experience, but share common ground in the Cleveland marketplace. The business leaders include:

Kumar Arora – CEO Aroridex, Ltd.
Serial entrepreneur and investor behind many notable Cleveland startups and brands, Arora has mentored over 500 startups and works with the Cleveland LauchHouse and Jumpstart Cleveland to consult and mentor local businesses.

Kathy Futey – Certified Private Wealth Advisor®, CPWA®
Futey advises high net worth individuals, business owners, and families throughout the United States; serves as a Director on many boards throughout Cleveland; and additionally is a mentor to fellow investor Kumar Arora as well as an investor in a Jonathon Sawyer restaurant. She is also an owner of a Napa Valley winery called SonkinCellars making nationally renowned Syrahs called Persona and Unmasked since 2009.

Alan Glazen – Founder of GlazenUrban, LLC/Neighborhood Developer
Born and raised in Cleveland, this former advertising innovator is often referred to as the “Mad Man” of his time. In recent years, this AAF Advertising Hall of Fame inductee has shifted his talents toward revitalizing the urban neighborhoods of Cleveland.

Jonathon Sawyer – Team Sawyer Restaurant Owner
A James Beard Award Winning chef, whose company is all about training chefs and giving them the tools they need to run their own successful businesses. Team Sawyer has graduated at least 12 chefs, who have moved on to start their own endeavors.

Cleveland Entrepreneurs Competing for a Chance of a Lifetime

After a local search, eight up-and-coming entrepreneurs were selected from a group of 25 who pitched the investors. Each investor has chosen two businesses to investigate further. They’ll put these eight businesses through a series of tests before ultimately deciding on the four small companies they want to invest in and support as they take on the enormous challenge of opening storefronts in an underserved neighborhood.

Over the course of the season, viewers will see if the entrepreneurs have the ambition, creativity, and hustle necessary to succeed -- and in so doing, help a neighborhood rebuild.

The eight Cleveland-based entrepreneurs include:

Old City Soda - Sean Adkins & Mike Gulley
Randy's Pickles - Andrew Rainey
Styles of Success - Chareen Fountain
The Cleveland Bagel Co. - Geoff Hardman & Dan Herbst
The Proper Pig - Ted Dupaski & Shane Vidovic
Groundswell - Anne Harnett
FOUNT - Jaclyn & Phillip Wachter
Akron Honey Co. - Brent Wesley

“Cleveland Hustles” is produced by SpringHill Entertainment and Magical Elves with LeBron James and Maverick Carter as executive producers for SpringHill Entertainment and Dan Cutforth and Jane Lipsitz as executive producers for Magical Elves. Jim Ackerman and Marshall Eisen are the executive producers for CNBC.

For more information, visit clevelandhustles.cnbcprime.com. Like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter @clevelandCNBC and Instagram @ClevelandHustlesCNBC.

About CNBC:

With CNBC in the U.S., CNBC in Asia Pacific, CNBC in Europe, Middle East and Africa, CNBC World and CNBC HD, CNBC is the recognized world leader in business news and provides real-time financial market coverage and business information to approximately 385 million homes worldwide, including more than 95 million households in the United States and Canada. CNBC also provides daily business updates to 400 million households across China. The network's 15 live hours a day of business programming in North America (weekdays from 4:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. ET) is produced at CNBC's global headquarters in Englewood Cliffs, N.J., and includes reports from CNBC News bureaus worldwide. CNBC at night features a mix of new reality programming, CNBC's highly successful series produced exclusively for CNBC and a number of distinctive in-house documentaries.

CNBC also has a vast portfolio of digital products which deliver real-time financial market news and information across a variety of platforms including: CNBC.com; CNBC PRO, the premium, integrated desktop/mobile service that provides live access to CNBC programming, exclusive video content and global market data and analysis; a suite of CNBC mobile products including the CNBC Apps for iOS, Android and Windows devices; and additional products such as the CNBC App for the Apple Watch and Apple TV.

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Cleveland: “Come for the Convention, Stay for the Unconventional” (Videos)

The Cleveland 2016 Republican Convention Host Committee has released several videos highlighting the city. Hopefully, convention attendees will “Come for the Convention, Stay for the Unconventional.” There are so many great things to do and see here in Cleveland and in the surrounding area. Enjoy!


















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“Cleveland is Your Land” (Video)

Here’s a great video highlighting all the wonderful places in Cleveland Ohio; enjoy!





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Christmas In Downtown Cleveland

This is the second year that the Cleveland Christmas Tree has been located in Playhouse Square. Here’s a photo of the tree. Enjoy the holiday!

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Cleveland “Must Read” Christmas Gifts

I had the opportunity to read 4 books received from publishers Gray & Company that Clevelanders - past and present - would enjoy. With the Christmas holiday fast approaching, any of these four Cleveland-based books would be a welcome gift for that special Clevelander in your life!

 My favorites – “Cleveland TV Tales” and “Cleveland TV Tales Volume 2”, both authored by Mike and Janice Olszewski (Gray & Company, Publishers). The first book gives an extensive background on the start of television in Cleveland, laced with stories about people whose names are easily recognizable to Clevelanders: Ghoulardi, Dorothy Fuldheim, Page Palmer, and Captain Penny, just to name a few. Volume 2 looks into more recent TV personalities of the 1970s-1990s. Being a lifelong Clevelander, born here in the mid-1950s, these books were a delight to read and brought me back to the time when there were few TV channels from which to chose and how local TV stars came to be. While these books are nostalgic for Cleveland “lifers” like me, they would still be very interesting to anyone who has spent any time in our wonderful city.

My husband is reading “Glory Days in Tribe Town: The Cleveland Indians and Jacobs Field 1994-1997” by Terry Pluto and Tom Hamilton (Gray & Company, Publishers). This book covers the Cleveland Indians in their first years in Jacobs Field and the period of winning seasons. (I remember it well!)  Pluto and Hamilton give a great behind the scenes look at what made the team tick, plus interesting commentary on how “Indians Fever” gripped the city. Sports fans will certainly enjoy reading these insights and reliving such an exciting time in Cleveland’s sports history. (As all Clevelanders know, winning seasons here for any sport have been hard to come by!)

And on the subject of sports: Every Cleveland Browns fan knows The Bone Lady. In fact, even non-Browns fans knows of her. She’s hard to miss on game day with her creative dog bone and Browns themed attire, an homage to the Browns “Dawg Pound.” Her book “The Bone Lady” by Derba Darnall (Gray & Company, Publishers), has the subtitle “Life Lessons Learned as One of Football’s Ultimate Fans.” This story tells how she evolved, both as a person and as The Bone Lady. It’s a fun read that tells of sports but also of personal discovery.



So if you’re stuck in what to get someone for a holiday gift, any one – or all four - of these books would make an affordable gift that would bring some Cleveland joy even after the holidays are over.

All four books are available in most local bookstores and at the following links:

Cleveland TV Tales

Glory Days in Tribe Town

The Bone Lady: Life Lessons Learned as One of Football's Ultimate Fans – A Memoir


(Please note: The link to Amazon is provided for your convenience: I receive no compensation or consideration from Amazon or anyone else if you purchase these books!

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The Cleveland Skyline

Here is a fall photo of the Cleveland Ohio skyline, taken yesterday from Cleveland’s Lake View Cemetery.

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Heinen’s Beautiful Downtown Cleveland Store

I’m a dedicated Heinen’s shopper and was thrilled when they opened a store in downtown Cleveland in the beautiful former Cleveland Trust (bank) rotunda. I finally got a chance to get to the store today and it is a stunning facility. The interior is a fresh, clean space with beautiful murals and stunning glass in the rotunda dome. And of course, it makes for a wonderful setting to display all kinds of foods. The second floor of the rotunda area is dedicated to wine, beer, and related items. It was almost overwhelming.

Here are a few photos. But the space should been seen firsthand to really be appreciated. While you visit the store, you won’t be able to walk out without buying something, especially if you pass the bakery counter!

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Michael Symon’s “Ode to Cleveland"

Here’s a video where Michael Symon speaks about his home town, the great city of Cleveland! (This video was produced for the Trade Show News Network (TSNN) Awards breakfast during the Fabulous Food Show on Sunday, November 16, 2014 at Cleveland, Ohio’s International Exposition (I-X) Center.)







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Michael Symon to Headline Hometown Fabulous Food Show (Press Release)

For Immediate Release
July 21, 2014

Michael Symon to Headline Hometown Fabulous Food Show  at Cleveland’s I-X Center November 14-16, 2014

Cleveland, OH (July 21, 2014) Cleveland is really turning up the heat! I-X Center is proud to announce Iron Chef Michael Symon will return home to entertain fans and culinary enthusiasts alike at the 9th annual Fabulous Food Show, November 14-16.

Fabulous Food Show is the nation’s largest consumer food & beverage themed event. The enormous festival features world renowned culinary professionals, celebrity chefs and regional artisans conducting high energy informative demonstrations. Over 100 live presentations will be scheduled across six different customized stages, just in time to celebrate the holiday season. Chef Symon will appear at the event each day.

“We are truly fortunate to live in a region ripe with exceptional culinary talent,” said Jeremy Levine, Executive Producer for the Fabulous Food Show. Adding, “Chef Michael Symon is a wonderful ambassador for our community. We are tremendously excited he will join us at the Fabulous Food Show this year to showcase his artistry and passion.”

Michael Symon states, "I am beyond thrilled to once again be part of Cleveland's premier food event. Nothing makes me happier than celebrating and cooking with friends and family at home."

In addition to daily demonstrations, guests can ‘taste, try and buy’ their way through the Market Place, an expansive show floor with more than 450 exhibiting companies. Free admission is included to the co-located By Hand Fine Art & Craft Fair. Tickets for the Fabulous Food Show will go on sale August 15th. Additional participating celebrity talent and signature event details will be announced in the coming weeks.

About Michael Symon:
Michael Symon is a co-host of ABC’s lifestyle series “The Chew,” which airs on ABC. Growing up in a Greek and Sicilian family, the Cleveland native creates boldly flavored, deeply satisfying dishes at his restaurants in America’s heartland: Lola, Lolita, Roast, Bar Symon and B Spot. In addition to co-hosting “The Chew,” he also shares his energetic cooking style and infectious laugh with viewers as an Iron Chef on the Food Network.

About Fabulous Food Show:
Fabulous Food Show is an annual destination culinary celebration held at the I-X Center in Cleveland, Ohio. This unparalleled cultural experience features the nation’s largest presentation of fine food, fine art, craft breweries, wineries, restaurants and purveyors all under one roof. For more information call 216.265.COOK or visit www.fabulousfoodshow.com.

About I-X Center:
International Exposition Center (I-X Center) in Cleveland, Ohio is one of the nation's premier exhibition facilities. It is the 9th largest convention center in North America, comprised of 2.2 million sq. ft., including more than one million sq. ft. of flexible presentation space. I-X Center is conveniently located adjacent to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport, just 15 minutes southwest of downtown, with nearby hotels and secure on-site parking for more than 10,000 vehicles. Featuring a unique 'one-stop sourcing' model for all production services, the I-X Center has hosted more than 1,500 events attracting 50 million visitors during the past 30 years. For more information visit www.ixcenter.com.

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“A Cleveland Anthem” A New Cleveland Promotional Spot

Here’s a brand new promotional spot for Cleveland – it’s a great place to visit AND live!






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Cleveland Rocks New Year’s Eve on Public Square

Don’t forget the Cleveland Rocks New Year’s Eve on Public Square celebration on December 31, 2013 at 8PM – it’s a new tradition! I’ve been told it’s an event like nothing Cleveland has ever seen before. There will be more than 15 food trucks from around the Northeast Ohio area, and guests will have the opportunity to indulge in food from their favorite eateries, while hearing live performances throughout the evening from local DJs/Artist, including popular EDM group, Krewella. The event will also feature live ice sculpting, a beer garden, firework display, and countdown to midnight from Cleveland’s own, Drew Carey.

Take a look at the video – and make your plans to attend!








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Christmas on Public Square, Cleveland Ohio

I haven’t had a chance as yet to get to Public Square in downtown Cleveland to see this season's Christmas lights. The weather turned very snowy in the last few weeks here in the snow belt, but I hope to see this year's display soon. In the meantime, here is one of my animated photos from a previous year.  Enjoy the holiday season!

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“Cleveland Makes The List” & “Remarkable Cleveland” Videos

Here are two videos from “Positively Cleveland” which feature some of the things that make the city such a wonderful place to live and to visit.









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The New Cleveland Convention Center (Open House Photos)

Here are photos of the new Cleveland Convention Center, which held its ribbon cutting ceremony on June 14, 2013. These photos were taken at the open house today. The photos are of the interior of the Convention Center,  plus the exterior which includes the Global Center for Health Innovation (a.k.a.”Medical Mart) and the view from the roof of the Convention Center. This is a fine addition to Downtown Cleveland! (Click on any image to open a larger view in the photo gallery.)

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Cleveland’s Downtown Farmer’s Market Returns

Press Release

Downtown Farmers Market returns to

Public Square this Friday!

WHAT: After a successful winter in the 5th Street Arcades, Downtown Farmers Market is excited to kick-off our fourth season on Public Square this Friday, June 7th.

Downtown Farmers Market is a producers-only market, meaning all of our vendors either make or grow the food themselves. Shoppers can expect fresh produce, grass-fed cheese, baked goods, herbs and spices, jams and jellies, hot sauces and salsas, snacks to take back to the office, and treats to keep you cool in the summer heat (ice cream, popsicles, and real fruit drinks - also made using local ingredients!).

Downtown employees can take a break from their busy workdays to enjoy live music and lunch on Public Square – we even offer picnic blankets for anyone looking to enjoy their lunch at the market. Lunch options include made-to-order rice bowls, Asian-inspired dishes, BBQ, sandwiches, and a diverse mix food trucks.

In addition, we also offer free monthly cooking classes lead by area chefs. Classes are free and open to the public and include a guided market tour, hands-on instruction in meal preparation and tips on how to grow produce easily at home. Attendees also receive a bag of produce from the market to take home with them. The cooking classes place the second Friday of the month, 1:30-3:30pm at Old Stone Church. Chef Ricardo Sandoval (Fat Cats, Felice Urban Café) will lead our first class on Friday, June 14th. For a full schedule, please visit our website here.

EBT, WIC, senior coupons and debit cards are accepted. EBT users will also receive “Produce Perks,” a dollar for dollar bonus (up to $10) to be spent on fresh fruits and vegetables. Produce Perks are available at area farmers markets while supplies last.

WHEN: Fridays, 11am-2pm; June 7 - October 25, 2012

WHERE: NW Quadrant of Public Square (directly across from Old Stone Church)

WHO: Sponsors include Cleveland-Cuyahoga County Food Policy Coalition, Councilman Joe Cimperman, City of Cleveland, Downtown Cleveland Alliance, Historic Warehouse District Development Corporation, Growhio, Neighborhood Connections and Old Stone Church.

About Downtown Farmers Market at Public Square:
A member of the Growhio collaborative, Downtown Farmers Market was established in 2010, bringing a farmers market to Public Square for the first time in over a century. A bustling lunchtime market located in the heart of the city, Downtown Farmers Market offers delicious, high-quality food to Downtown Cleveland and residents of its surrounding neighborhoods.

Downtown Farmers Market plays a role in building a sustainable, regional food economy. It is our mission to be a key component in the creation of a food system in Cleveland that fosters an economically, ecologically and socially sustainable community.

Downtown Farmers Market is producer-only, ADA accessible, family friendly, and dog friendly. We are committed to food equity offering EBT, Double Value Produce Perks, WIC, and Senior FMNP.

For more information, please visit our website Downtown Farmers Market at Public Square

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World Beer Festival Arrives In Cleveland in July 2013

Press Release -  All About Beer Magazine

THE WORLD BEER FESTIVAL 
INVADES CLEVELAND, OHIO!

Over 4,000 beer enthusiasts head to downtown Cleveland for the

inaugural World Beer Festival; a celebration of fine craft beer.

Cleveland, OH – May 8, 2013 – After successfully presenting almost 30 festivals in North Carolina, South Carolina, Florida and Virginia since 1996, All About Beer Magazine proudly announces the inaugural World Beer Festival-Cleveland. The festival takes place July 13 at North Coast Harbor Dock 32, Cleveland Browns North Parking Lot. Unique from other beer festivals, the World Beer Festival focuses heavily on an education component. Festival attendees will be taken on a one-of-a-kind beer adventure in the “Art of Beer Village,” an area dedicated to beer education through food and beer pairings, ingredient samplings and educational seminars. The World Beer Festival fosters its mission to expand the beer community by providing an essential experience for a life enriched by beer.

Over the course of the 1-5pm session, consumers will have the opportunity to
sample over 200 beers from over 70 locally, nationally and internationally recognized breweries. This truly unique tasting event brings together the brewers and the beer that have shaped today’s craft beer culture. See why forbes.com, USA Today and Wired Magazine claim World Festival as one of the premier beer events in the country!

General Admission tickets cost $40 and include a tasting glass with 40 taste
tickets for 2-oz samples from over 200 different beers. VIP admission includes a tasting glass and 40 tickets along with a festival commemorative glass, access to a private hospitality area complete with private bathrooms, and an upscale food buffet. In addition,VIPs will be allowed access to the festival at 12 p.m., for a special preview hour. Tickets can be purchased online at worldbeerfestival.com


“We are excited to bring our vision of a beer festival to the thriving craft beer
community of Cleveland,” said Daniel Bradford, Publisher of All About Beer Magazine and Producer of the World Beer Festival. “For over 30 years I have sought to educate the public about beer appreciation and quality while fostering the development of local beer communities. The World Beer Festival is organized around those values, creating an exciting and informative environment for beer lovers of all stripes.”

World Beer Festivals are presented by All About Beer Magazine, based in Durham, NC. Located in unique settings, each festival is a source of anticipation and pride for the cities they visit. Its two longest-operating festivals sell to capacity, with audiences of over 8,000 people. With their emphasis on education and moderation, the World Beer Festivals have significantly advanced area beer cultures, expanding retail offerings and raising consumer appreciation.

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Cleveland Ohio Public Square c1910 Postcard Panorama

Here’s a scan of an old fold-out panorama postcard, circa early 1910s, of Cleveland’s Public Square that my mother unearthed while looking through some old family photos from the late 1800s-early 1900s. The postcard was slightly battered and worn, but it provides an interesting view of the city from a century ago. (Click on the image for a large view.)

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Downtown Cleveland – It’s Here (Video)

Here’s a new video from the Downtown Cleveland Alliance showcasing all the great things going on in the city – and the great people that are keeping the energy going as well. Being a lifelong Cleveland area resident, I must point out that I didn’t see any winter scenes in this video; the weather can be brutal here. But nothing beats the spring and summer months!





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