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Gordon Square’s Updated LGBT Center: EA University
"Just like everything else in Cleveland that can be easily overlooked if you don't have a little guidance and insight, there is a very rich LGBT community in our town," said Phyllis Harris, the Executive Director of the LGBT Community Center of Greater Cleveland as...
Stand-Hopping at the West Side Market
I’ve been through it all at the West Side Market: stand loyalty shifts, running out of cash, having conversations with strangers waiting in line. As an east sider, my family wasn’t too keen on “crossing over to the west side” when I was growing up, so as my...
It’s a Jungle Out There: The Cleveland Metroparks Zoo
In honor of EA’s 40th anniversary, I would like to share one of my favorite places in Northeast Ohio: the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo. Originally located in Wade Oval in 1882, the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo used to be called Wade Park. Jeptha Wade donated land (and deer)...
What Makes Gordon Square Arts District Exceptional
I find it interesting when people call me a “pioneer” for opening Sweet Moses Soda Fountain & Treat Shop in Cleveland’s Gordon Square Arts District. If they knew the area’s history of grassroots efforts, determined leaders, and visionary collaboration, they would...
Book It to Rocky River Public Library
I can't imagine too much time going by without a visit to a library. We're very lucky here in Northeast Ohio because we have access to many library systems such as the Cleveland Public Library system, Cuyahoga County Public Library system, and other local libraries....
Kelleys Island is Quite a Catch
Lake Erie Islands? Yes, please! Approximately 90 minutes from downtown Cleveland, we have day trip destinations or relaxing locations for staycations. The most popular destinations are South Bass Island – a tourist destination containing the village of Put-in-Bay –...
The View from Brandywine Falls
For EA’s 40th anniversary, I’d like to share an area attraction that had its origin 400 million years ago. The 65-foot Brandywine Falls in Cuyahoga Valley National Park is one of the park’s most visited sights. It is carved by Brandywine Creek, and the geologic rock...
Gliding Along Edgewater Beach
For our 40th anniversary, we're reviewing 40 of our favorite places in Cleveland. One of the coolest places in Cleveland to see, especially during the summer, is Edgewater Park. I love to show Lake Erie to candidates considering a move to Cleveland. When the breeze is...
Space Rocks and Other Inclinations: A NASA Glenn Exploration Day
The Great Lakes Science Center has more than just augmented reality sandboxes, the opportunity to create duct tape hats, and Dippin’ Dots. NASA Glenn Visitor Center moved to the Science Center shortly after 9/11 as a solution for less people on government grounds with...
Barking Up the Right Trees at the Holden Arboretum
We're already halfway through our list of 40 of our favorite places! Next up: the Holden Arboretum. The Holden Arboretum is the twelfth largest public garden in the country, and we have it all to ourselves in Cleveland (about 30 minutes from downtown). Quick Stats on...
Float On at Quarry Rock
We have so much love for the Cleveland Metroparks; we can't seem to stop talking about all our parks have to offer! Our 19th stop on our 40th anniversary tour of Cleveland is Quarry Rock. Tucked in South Chagrin Reservation, Quarry Rock sits off of Solon Road within...
The 18th Reason We Love Cleveland: Euclid Avenue
Much like Euclid Avenue, the road to Executive Arrangements’ 40th anniversary has been filled with exciting developments. As our Guide, Brad Withers, explains, Euclid Avenue brings back a sense of nostalgia for us Clevelanders. Let’s start with Public Square, where...
