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Lakewood Summer Meltdown Returns for a Sizzling 17th Year

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Thrive
July 7, 2025
The Lakewood Summer Meltdown has become a staple celebration for the city and the surrounding region. The event takes place on Detroit Avenue between Marlowe and Arthur Avenues, bringing together residents, visitors, families and friends for an entertaining summer evening. ...
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Rock Painting: So Much More Than Meets the Eye

By Karen Shadrach - Grammy on the Go
July 6, 2025
Painting rocks with your grandchildren is not just a craft project—it’s a chance to slow down and be present with them. In a world that moves fast, an afternoon like this becomes a treasured memory. You will be surprised by how much joy a little stone can hold. ...
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Asian Lantern Festival Returns to Zoo

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Thrive
June 24, 2025
Experience the wonder of Cleveland Metroparks Zoo illuminated after dark, featuring live acrobatic performances and culturally inspired cuisine. New this year is a four-story-tall hydrangea and butterfly tree, walk-through tunnels and uniquely themed areas including Animals of the Nile and much more. ...
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Try a Free, Virtual National Park Tour

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Thrive
June 10, 2025
Many national park sites across the country offer digital tours and experiences that you can access anytime, anywhere. From digitally diving under the sea to watching the cherry blossom trees bloom, there are countless ways to enjoy a park experience online. ...
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Ohio Book Award Finalists Named

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Thrive
June 2, 2025
The Ohioana Library has named the finalists for the 2025 Ohio Book Awards. First given in 1942, the awards are the second-oldest state literary prizes in the nation and honor outstanding works by Ohio authors and illustrators. ...
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“Saturday Night Live” at the Rock Hall

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Thrive
May 22, 2025
“Saturday Night Live” and the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame have joined forces to create “SNL: Ladies & Gentlemen… 50 Years of Music.” This comprehensive and immersive exhibit celebrates the iconic show’s musical history, storied performances and sketches.  ...
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A Wonderful Place to Read: The Beach

By Patrick O'Connor
May 20, 2025
With summer travel season upon us, lots of people will be relaxing at the beach. Each year, about 180 million Americans (including many Boomers) will visit beaches. And most of them will have a book in hand. If you love the beach and reading, you will be turning two activities you love into what you  do.  ...
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Tour of Veterans Memorial Bridge

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Thrive
May 14, 2025
The Veterans Memorial Bridge (also known as the Detroit-Superior Bridge) is iconic for its representation of local history, distinguished design and critical connection over the industrial Flats along the Cuyahoga River Valley. ...
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