Podcasts about Downtown Cleveland

A new trail connecting Downtown Cleveland to the city's west side and creating new one-way streets are aimed at fostering more pedestrian activity and safety.

Jeff and Andy continue their conversation about the Browns likely move to Brook Park, how it will affect downtown Cleveland, and how similar of a situation it is as the Cavaliers playing at the Richfield Coliseum.

Al DiFranco proudly serves as President and CEO of Junior Achievement of Greater Cleveland. Prior to becoming President of JAGC in July 2022, Al was the organization's Vice President for Development and Programs for four years.Under Al's leadership, JA of Greater Cleveland has significantly increased its financial resources, expanded its student reach, and recently began a multi-million campaign to create the Junior Achievement Experiential Learning Center in Downtown Cleveland. In 2025, JA of Greater Cleveland will also host JA's National Leadership Conference for the first time.Al previously served as Director of the MBA Program at Case Western Reserve University's Weatherhead School of Management and President and CEO of the Mentor Area Chamber of Commerce.Al received his Master's in Higher Education Leadership from Capella University, Certificate in Leadership from the Weatherhead School of Management at Case Western Reserve University and a Bachelor's Degree in Political Science from Baldwin-Wallace College (now Baldwin Wallace University).

Send us a textImagine standing in downtown Cleveland and gazing at Lake Erie just blocks away, yet feeling disconnected by an intimidating landscape of highways and parking lots. This frustrating paradox has defined Cleveland's relationship with its waterfront for decades.The Shore to Core to Shore Initiative is an ambitious and promising effort to reconnect Cleveland's downtown with Lake Erie and the Cuyahoga River. Jessica Trivisonno, Senior Advisor for Major Projects for Mayor Bibb, and Drew Crawford, Senior Director of Planning for Downtown Cleveland, give us an update on the transformative plans that will finally bridge these divides.Ready to imagine a Cleveland where you can seamlessly walk from Tower City to the riverfront, or from Public Square to the lake? Construction begins in 2027, but the vision is taking shape now. Listen in to understand how Cleveland is finally poised to embrace its greatest natural assets.

Daryl Ruiter joined Baskin and Phelps to share the latest updates in the battle between the Haslam Sports Group and the City of Cleveland when it comes to where the Browns will play in 2029 and beyond. He talked about why Downtown Cleveland isn't as viable as the City is trying to make it out to be, why the current stadium can't be renovated, as well as whether or not relations between the Browns and the City can be fixed.

We talk NFL Draft but before that, we discuss the Guardians old logo being racist. How Box doesn't appreciate the NCAA Transfer Portal and the general movement of athletes from team to team. We also discuss the unbearable lightness of being... a Cleveland Browns fan. We go into the financials of a new Browns stadium and why that idea stinks. That ends up with us going buck and wild about the financials of this nation with us playing tariff tag. Ohio is making it easier for some individuals to get their license reinstated and maybe avoid suspension to begin with. Food Trucks are returning to Downtown Cleveland. In Story Time with Lunchbox Box, hanging with his brother, go out to eat but is charged a gratuity for a party of 3? That ain't right and is so weird so we discuss. Box also proudly avoided copping DQ and showed some self-control. Box also got in some Magic the Gathering which are always a fun time, until they aren't. Tee's oldest had his day in traffic court that left Tee's head spinning. Tee and his lady also went on a double date. We then head on down to Reddit for some AITA action that ends up throwing Box for a loop. Then we wrap the whole thing up with some entertainment recommendations for the week. We hope you enjoyed.See You Next Time, Team SKiM Tatum | TAYREL713 | Lunchbox | LISTEN | RSS | Apple Podcast | Spotify | TuneIn | Bluesky | Amazon Music | YouTube | Email | Amazon Wish List | Merch | Patreon PHONE l 216-264-6311 #Cleveland #Ohio #LiveFromThe216 #KendrickLamar #PushaT #Nosestalgia #MyNameIsMyName #NCAA #TransferPortal #NFLDraft #ClevelandBrowns #Tariffs#BostonTeaParty #HB29 #Downtown #FoodTrucks #Siblings #Restaurants #DairyQueen#MagicTheGathering #MTG#Tarkir #Dragonstorm #MicrosoftApprentice #Parenthood #TrafficCourt #DoubleDate #ThaiCurry #Reacher #Yellowjackets #Daredevil #BornAgain #Invincible #SuitsLA #RIPJohnAmos #AlanWake2Alternative Title – George of the Jungle Looking MufuckaLinksNew Ohio law now in effect eliminates some debt-related suspensionsDowntown Cleveland's Daily Food Truck Series Kicks Off May 1st and Rolls Through Summer RedditAITA for sleeping naked on top of the covers to teach my flatmate's gf a lesson?AITA for removing all phone tracking from my parents who keep using it to see my location for non emergencies?AITA for pretending to think beans in chili are "woke", to prank my Cousin who is obsessed with being "anti woke" and who loves chili?

Dennis talks about some comments Trump made to the Governor of Maine and if this type of behavior from President Trump is permitted. Pat Butler is in giving personal anecdotes about traversing through the busy streets of Downtown Cleveland. Discussion about Gold, Silver and Crypto, and MORE!

Throughout his career, Hanna Kassis has overseen $1.5 billion in capital deployment. Hanna began his entrepreneurial journey in Youngstown, where he managed Tim Ryan's congressional campaign from 2008 to 2011. This early taste of independence would prove formative for his future ventures. Though he initially pursued law school in Chicago with intentions of becoming a tax attorney, Hanna's entrepreneurial spirit led him to found OAREX Capital Markets while still a student. The company secured seed funding from Dan Gilbert's Bizdom and later raised substantial institutional capital—$50M from a global asset management firm and a $50M line of credit from East West Bank—to build an innovative online ad revenue exchange.After successfully scaling OAREX, Hanna exited in 2022 by selling his majority stake to his investor group. His entrepreneurial drive led him to expand into new ventures, including the acquisition and revitalization of Whistle Taproom (formerly Whistle & Keg), which has become a Downtown Cleveland premier game day destination. When Silicon Valley Bank collapsed in 2023, Hanna recognized an opportunity and launched Babylon Asset Management. Under his leadership, Babylon has invested in 170 alternative loans, participated in 12 senior loans to other lenders, and helped 36 companies raise debt capital. Hanna was one of the first people I met in Cleveland, and it was a pleasure to finally have him on the podcast-----LINKS:https://babylonassets.com/about/https://www.linkedin.com/in/hannakassis/https://oarex.com/-----SPONSORS: John Carroll University Boler College of Business || Impact Architects & NinetyJohn Carroll University Boler College of Business: https://business.jcu.edu/ As we've heard time and time again from entrepreneurs on Lay of The Land — many of whom are proud alumni of John Carroll University —  success in this ever-changing world of business requires a dynamic and innovative mindset, deep understanding of emerging technology and systems, strong ethics, leadership prowess, acute business acumen… all qualities nurtured through the Boler College of Business!With 4 different MBA programs of study — spanning Professional, Online, Hybrid, and 1-Year-Flexible — The Boler College of Business provides flexible timelines and various class structures for each MBA Track — including online, in-person, hybrid and asynchronous — to offer the most effective options for you, in addition to the ability to participate in an elective International Study Tour, providing unparalleled opportunities to expand your global business knowledge by networking with local companies overseas and experiencing a new culture.The career impact of a Boler MBA is formative and will help prepare you for this future of business and get more out of your career. To learn more about John Carroll University's Boler MBA programs, please go to business.jcu.eduThe Boler College of Business is fully accredited by AACSB International, the highest accreditation a College of Business can have.Impact Architects & NinetyLay of The Land is brought to you by Ninety. As a Lay of The Land listener, you can leverage a free trial with Ninety, the platform that helps teams build great companies and the only officially licensed software for EOS® — used by over 7,000 companies and 100,000 users!This episode is brought to you by Impact Architects. As we share the stories of entrepreneurs building incredible organizations throughout NEO, Impact Architects helps those leaders — many of whom we've heard from as guests on Lay of The Land — realize their visions and build great organizations. I believe in Impact Architects and the people behind it so much, that I have actually joined them personally in their mission to help leaders gain focus, align together, and thrive by doing what they love! As a listener, you can sit down for a free consultation with Impact Architects by visiting ia.layoftheland.fm!-----Stay up to date by signing up for Lay of The Land's weekly newsletter — sign up here.Past guests include Justin Bibb (Mayor of Cleveland), Pat Conway (Great Lakes Brewing), Steve Potash (OverDrive), Umberto P. Fedeli (The Fedeli Group), Lila Mills (Signal Cleveland), Stewart Kohl (The Riverside Company), Mitch Kroll (Findaway — Acquired by Spotify), and over 200 other Cleveland Entrepreneurs.Connect with Jeffrey Stern on LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffreypstern/Follow Jeffrey Stern on X @sternJefe — https://twitter.com/sternjefeFollow Lay of The Land on X @podlayofthelandhttps://www.jeffreys.page/

The future of our downtown lakefront has always been a topic of conversation. In fact, studies as early as 1903 hoped to find solutions that enhanced our north shore. Over the decades, connectivity, access, as well as the challenge of Burke Lakefront Airport all have remained top concerns. Now, the decision by Haslam Sports Group to move the Cleveland Browns to the western suburbs has raised questions about the move's impact on the City's much-anticipated Lakefront Master Plan, local businesses, tourism, and more. What opportunities have opened up, and what are the challenges that lie ahead as we envision a lakefront for all?

This week, Noah and Erik dig into whether the Browns will remain in downtown Cleveland, exploring what a new stadium could mean for fans and the city's identity. They also discuss “Fan Favorites and Fan Frustrations,” sharing the players and moments that Cleveland fans love—and the ones that get under their skin. It's a packed episode all about the deep-rooted loyalty and passion Cleveland fans bring to the game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Send us a Text Message.S5-E31, Have you ever wondered if tearing down old structures could breathe new life into a city's lakefront? Join us as we debate the potential future of Downtown Cleveland, pondering the impact of new developments on the city's economy and history. We also chat about the possibility of relocating the Browns stadium and the implications for the beloved Muni lot. But that's not all! Pumpkin beer season is here, and we've got a head start to bring you the best brews. From Shipyard Pumpkin Head's smooth texture and mild pumpkin flavor to Blockhouse Brewing Company's bold, cinnamon-infused pumpkin pie ale, we dissect every note and nuance. Plus, hear about our latest beer adventures, including a memorable golf trip that saw us braving a storm to enjoy the game and each other's company.Adding a touch of humor, we share a chaotic but amusing tale of a bat in the kitchen, complete with practical advice and playful strategies for dealing with unexpected critters. We also lighten the mood with a funny ultrasound story and reflect on the joys of fall-themed drinks. As always, we wrap up with beer recommendations, some weather chatter, and a heartfelt reminder to drink responsibly. Warm wishes to all our listeners—don't miss out on this flavorful and fun-filled episode!Support the Show.www.anotherreasontodrink.com

Sandor Gyerman and Jared Anderson, the dynamic co-founders of Andor Creative.Founded in 2018 when they were Sophomores at Cleveland State University, Andor Creative was born to find more innovative ways to produce advertising and marketing content for companies, bridging the gap between Gen Z and established businesses in Greater Cleveland.Since inception, their campaigns have generated over 100 million organic views across various social media platforms and their impressive and growing list of over 50 clients includes industry giants like Mercedes Benz USA, Nissan, and Volvo USA, to prominent individuals including a dozen NFL players, all from their office in Downtown Cleveland.In our conversation, we'll explore the origins of their friendship, the influence of D1 collegiate sports on their approach to business, hustling door to door to get the business off the ground, the influence Cleveland has had on their work, their creative process, their takes on Gen Z, how to break through the noise and stay relevant and authentic in the ever-changing world of social media, and lots more!-----LINKS:https://andorcreative.com/homehttps://www.instagram.com/andorcreative/https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandor-gyerman-108979172/https://www.linkedin.com/in/jared-anderson-03a1ba161/-----SPONSORS: John Carroll University Boler College of Business || Impact Architects & NinetyJohn Carroll University Boler College of Business: https://business.jcu.edu/ As we've heard time and time again from entrepreneurs on Lay of The Land — many of whom are proud alumni of John Carroll University —  success in this ever-changing world of business requires a dynamic and innovative mindset, deep understanding of emerging technology and systems, strong ethics, leadership prowess, acute business acumen… all qualities nurtured through the Boler College of Business!With 4 different MBA programs of study — spanning Professional, Online, Hybrid, and 1-Year-Flexible — The Boler College of Business provides flexible timelines and various class structures for each MBA Track — including online, in-person, hybrid and asynchronous — to offer the most effective options for you, in addition to the ability to participate in an elective International Study Tour, providing unparalleled opportunities to expand your global business knowledge by networking with local companies overseas and experiencing a new culture.The career impact of a Boler MBA is formative and will help prepare you for this future of business and get more out of your career. To learn more about John Carroll University's Boler MBA programs, please go to business.jcu.eduThe Boler College of Business is fully accredited by AACSB International, the highest accreditation a College of Business can have.Impact Architects & NinetyLay of The Land is brought to you by Ninety. As a Lay of The Land listener, you can leverage a free trial with Ninety, the platform that helps teams build great companies and the only officially licensed software for EOS® — used by over 7,000 companies and 100,000 users!This episode is brought to you by Impact Architects. As we share the stories of entrepreneurs building incredible organizations throughout NEO, Impact Architects helps those leaders — many of whom we've heard from as guests on Lay of The Land — realize their visions and build great organizations. I believe in Impact Architects and the people behind it so much, that I have actually joined them personally in their mission to help leaders gain focus, align together, and thrive by doing what they love! As a listener, you can sit down for a free consultation with Impact Architects by visiting ia.layoftheland.fm!-----Stay up to date by signing up for Lay of The Land's weekly newsletter — sign up here.Past guests include Justin Bibb (Mayor of Cleveland), Pat Conway (Great Lakes Brewing), Steve Potash (OverDrive), Umberto P. Fedeli (The Fedeli Group), Lila Mills (Signal Cleveland), Stewart Kohl (The Riverside Company), Mitch Kroll (Findaway — Acquired by Spotify), and many more.Connect with Jeffrey Stern on LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffreypstern/Follow Jeffrey Stern on X @sternJefe — https://twitter.com/sternjefeFollow Lay of The Land on X @podlayofthelandhttps://www.jeffreys.page/

Ken & Lima discuss what happens when movies are filmed in Downtown Cleveland, along with reaction to what Matt Verderame had to say about Deshaun Watson on Afternoon Drive.

Michael Deemer, President & CEO from The Downtown Cleveland Alliance spoke to Bill about Downtown Cleveland Remains a National Leader in Office to Housing Conversions - Light Up The Lake 4th of July Fireworks This Week! - Movie Magic in our C

Daryl Ruiter joined Baskin and Phelps to break down all of the details of the proposed land bridge project in Downtown Cleveland, what the means for the Browns and their decisions on a new stadium, and how it will affect fans on game days. He also shared his thoughts on the Cavaliers' draft and why he doesn't think Bronny James is ready for the NBA. 

Michael Deemer, President & CEO from The Downtown Cleveland Alliance spoke to Bill about Downtown Cleveland Summer Programming Continues - Take A Hike Tours Return - Investment and New Business in Downtown Cleveland - April by the Numbers:

Michael Deemer, President & CEO from The Downtown Cleveland Alliance spoke to Bill about Reimagining Downtown Summer Series - Summer Recreation Series - Summer Music! - Food Truck Series - Perk Station

Michael Deemer, President & CEO from The Downtown Cleveland Alliance spoke to Bill about Reimagining Downtown Summer Series - Summer Recreation Series - Summer Music! - Food Truck Series - Perk Station

The Cavs face the Boston Celtics for Game 2 Thursday night in the second round of the NBA playoffs, after winning their first series without LeBron James since 1993.

Michael Deemer, President & CEO from The Downtown Cleveland Alliance spoke to Bill about Food Truck Series - Tree Grant - Attracting activity to American downtowns: Understanding downtown recovery across the course of a week - Downtown Cleveland Facilitates Policy Change

Michael Deemer, President & CEO from The Downtown Cleveland Alliance spoke to Bill about NCAA Weekend + Eclipse Metrics - Downtown Cleveland's Office Market Flight to Quality - Public Square Visioning Workshop  - #DTCLE Perks

Michael Deemer, President & CEO from The Downtown Cleveland Alliance spoke to Bill about Reflecting on the weekend - Be part of the action – Small Businesses - CIFF - Public Square Visioning Workshop

Guardians Home Opener Remote From Progressive Field - Bill Wills-Mike Snyder spoke to CEO-Owner Paul Dolan - Gov Mike Dewine - Mayor Bibb on the Guardians - Eclipse and the all the great action in Downtown Cleveland

Michael Deemer, President & CEO from The Downtown Cleveland Alliance spoke to Bill about NCAA Women's Final Four - Eclipse - CIFF - Messaging around these events

92.3 The Fan's own Daryl Ruiter joins Ken Carman and Anthony Lima for some Friday morning Cleveland Browns talk, including the chances of Amari Cooper getting an extension, Elijah Moore's involvement in the offense, and the chances of the Browns stadium remaining in downtown Cleveland.

Two organizations, NOACA and Bike Cleveland, are advocating for greater bike safety in the region.

Michael Deemer, President & CEO from The Downtown Cleveland Alliance spoke to Bill about Year In Review - Events in the Coming Weeks

Michael Deemer, President & CEO from The Downtown Cleveland Alliance spoke to Bill about Come early, stay late, and support local businesses this St. Patrick's Day in Downtown Cleveland - HHS Levy - The NCCA is installing a Physical Bracket in Public Square!

Michael Deemer, President & CEO from The Downtown Cleveland Alliance spoke to Bill about Recovery By the Numbers - St. Patrick's Day is around the corner! - Downtown Cleveland's Outreach Efforts - Saturday, March 9th is our Final LIVE #dtCLE Tour

Michael Deemer, President & CEO from The Downtown Cleveland Alliance spoke to Bill about Downtown Cleveland, Inc. is awarded $100,000 Community Placemaking Grant from Projects for Public Spaces! - Our Winter Activations Continue with our Next LIVE #dtCLE Tour: Winter in the Warehouse District

Michael Deemer, President & CEO from The Downtown Cleveland Alliance spoke to Bill about The Flats East Bank installed a Brand New Stage! - When it's colder outside we keep the city programmed with LIVE Tours and Bright Nights - Where we stand now in recovery - There are tons of ways to get involved Downtown join our City Advocates

Nick talks about whether Browns fans are in favor of a new stadium away from downtown. 

Baskin & Phelps speak with Daryl Ruiter about his recent report on the Haslam group looking to finalize a deal in Brook Park, moves made at the NBA trade deadline, and if moving the Browns out of Downtown Cleveland is a good idea.

Michael Deemer, President & CEO from The Downtown Cleveland Alliance spoke to Bill about Public Square Mobility Study - Live and Play Downtown with our Experience Tours!  - Valentine's Day in Downtown Cleveland - City Advocates

Michael Deemer, President & CEO from The Downtown Cleveland Alliance spoke to Bill about Valentine's Day in Downtown Cleveland - Live and Play Downtown with our Experience Tours!  - Ohio Senate Select Committee on Housing

We're live from Guards Fest in snowy Downtown Cleveland with new manager Stephen Vogt, and a few of his players. That's all on this edition of Guardians Weekly with Jim Rosenhaus on the Cleveland Guardians Radio Network.  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Michael Deemer, President & CEO from The Downtown Cleveland Alliance spoke to Bill about City Advocates - Live and Play Downtown with our Experience Tours! - Bright Nights - Mobility Study

Greater Cleveland is home to a vibrant and diverse community development ecosystem, with all entities aiming for equitable revitalization throughout Cleveland's neighborhoods. The social determinants of health, economic development, philanthropy, and the private and public sectors have converged in clear trends in community development--both here in Cleveland, as well as nationwide.rnrnTania Menesse became President & CEO of CNP in 2020. For over 30 years, CNP has been investing in community revitalization efforts in Greater Cleveland. Under her leadership, the organization has been lauded for its best practices in various facets of nonprofit programming. Before this, she served as the Director of Community Development for the City of Cleveland.

Michael Deemer, President & CEO from The Downtown Cleveland Alliance spoke to Bill about December Recovery - WinterLand Continues - Warm up Downtown at Bright Nights - Snow Days at Mall B

Michael Deemer, President & CEO from The Downtown Cleveland Alliance spoke to Bill about Michael Deemer, President & CEO from The Downtown Cleveland Alliance spoke to Bill about It is our last segment of 2023, so I wanted to share some highlights from the year - Looking Forward: So much to do in Downtown Cleveland - Snow Days - Do your holiday shopping Downtown

Michael Deemer, President & CEO from The Downtown Cleveland Alliance spoke to Bill about Downtown Recovery  - Giving Tuesday - Winterland Returns Saturday November 25th  

Michael Deemer, President & CEO from The Downtown Cleveland Alliance spoke to Bill about Retail Action Plan - Winterland Returns November 25th  - By the Numbers – October Recovery Metric

To have a strong region, our cities need a strong urban core. Efforts are underway to support our region's economic engine in order to grow jobs, create a vibrant storefront economy, and encourage residential development.rnrnA recent report released by Downtown Cleveland revealed significant population increases in the area. And in June, Cleveland leadership introduced an ambitious strategy for downtown revival after the COVID-19 pandemic accelerated existing trends. Included in this plan is the completion of the Downtown Cleveland Retail Strategic Plan that will analyze Downtown's current retail inventory, identify barriers to attracting retailers, implement a targeted tenant attraction strategy, and more.rnrnWhat does the future of downtown Cleveland look like? Join us to hear from Downtown Cleveland's Michael Deemer and University Circle Inc's new President, Kate Borders on how can we reimagine downtown from a business district into a diverse, vibrant, mixed-use neighborhood.

It was in 1903 when Cleveland's first urban plans called for access to the Lake Erie shoreline. Then in 1946, the city released its first comprehensive lakefront plan. And in 2004, the Waterfront District plan was the first to recommend a pedestrian connection. Several studies have been completed over the decades, and while some aspects of these plans have been implemented, access from Downtown Cleveland to its lakefront remains constrained.rnrnRecently, Cleveland's North Coast, the City, and its partners announced a draft of Cleveland's North Coast Master Plan. It aims to end what seems like an elusive solution to lakefront development--creating a blueprint for a vibrant and equitable recreational hub for all to enjoy, connecting people with nature, and the city to its waterfront. But what makes this one different from all the rest?

Andy Baskin and Daryl Ruiter break down the biggest news of the day, including the team announcement that Deshaun Watson will not play in Seattle as he works to rehab his shoulder injury and PJ Walker will play in his place. They discuss how a media member and a former player should distinguish themselves, whether or not the Browns should try to make a QB move ahead of the trade deadline, and the latest rendering of the land bridge project in Downtown Cleveland. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andy and Daryl break down the latest plans for Downtown Cleveland's land bridge project, where Cleveland Browns Stadium will fit in to the new plans, and what it will mean for football fans traveling into the city on game day. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Michael Deemer, President & CEO from The Downtown Cleveland Alliance spoke to Bill about Downtown Parking - Fall Fest - Rockefeller Banners - City Advocates

What if there was a way to save thousands of innocent birds from lethal collisions with our urban glass structures each year? In this episode of EcoSpeak CLE, we head to Lake Erie Nature and Science Center to speak with wildlife rehabilitation specialist Tim Jasinski, one of the founders of Lights Out Cleveland. Tim shares the challenges migratory birds face in navigating the dangerous cityscape of Cleveland and how we all help make our community more feather-friendly.  Tim takes us behind the scenes of Lights Out Cleveland and The Lake Erie Nature and Science Center, revealing the dedication and commitment of the volunteers who roam downtown streets in the early morning hours during spring and fall migrations to rescue and rehabilitate injured birds. In our Tip Time, Tim shares what to do if you find an injured bird or animal and some of his favorite spots around town to bird watch.Lights Out Cleveland needs more volunteers. You can make a difference by becoming a Bird Collision Monitoring Crew member.  Monitoring and collection volunteers are responsible for monitoring specific areas throughout Downtown Cleveland, collecting/transporting both living and dead birds, and recording data.  Monitoring happens between 5:00 am – 8:30 am, March 15 – ~June 1 and August 15 – mid-November. Opportunities are available seven days per week. To become a volunteer, you will need to join the Cleveland Metroparks volunteer system.Guest:Tim Jasinski, Wildlife Rehabilitation Specialist with Lake Erie Nature and Science Center and Founder of Lights Out ClevelandResources:Lights out Cleveland   Lake Erie Nature and Science Center Become a Lights Out Cleveland volunteer Feather Friendly window film  Ohio Bird Conservation InitiativeMake your house more bird-friendly.  Follow us: https://www.facebook.com/ecospeaksclehttps://www.instagram.com/ecospeakscleContact us:hello@ecospeakscle.com

Cleveland has a wealth of public art, from the Guardians of Transportation on the Lorain-Carnegie Bridge to the Free Stamp by City Hall to the colorful murals that dot our city. In 2003, Cleveland made its support of public art official when the city enacted legislation requiring capital improvement projects within city limits with budgets over $350,000 to designate at least 1.5% of the total budget toward the creation of public art.rnrnArt has the power to change a viewer's way of thinking and help to shape a city's cultural identity. Furthermore, supporting local artists and their work leads to a more vibrant and diverse city. As Cleveland looks toward the future, join us in Public Square as we learn how public art can help transform the way we interact with the public realm.

Last year, plans were announced for a complete reimaging of the Cuyahoga Riverfront. Led by the real estate firm Bedrock and the city of Cleveland, the decade-spanning plan will redevelop 35 acres. Highlights of the plan include connecting downtown to the river through Tower City Center, adding more mixed-use properties, and creating accessible outdoor spaces. Go north, and a comprehensive community-engagement project is examining the potential of Cleveland's lakefront.rnrnAs downtown continues to grow, ensuring residents and visitors feel connected to the area-whether they're watching the Browns at FirstEnergy Stadium or taking in a Broadway show on Playhouse Square-is essential. Join us in Public Square as we hear how reliable public transit, bike and pedestrian lanes, public green spaces, and basic amenities can come together to create an integrated neighborhood that is inclusive and welcoming to all.