History

With more than 200 photos and the stories that go with them, "Cleveland Boomer Memories" by Clevelanders Howard A. Zuckerman and Ellen N. Jacob captures what it was like to grow up here in the 1950s and 1960s. ...

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. ...

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. ...

Cleveland was an industrial powerhouse during World War II. The city's steel mills and factories ran at full capacity to support the war effort. But what was it really like? Hear from the people who lived through it in a new, moving exhibit at the Cleveland History Center. ...

Submitted by Ben Rose

Researchers at the Benjamin Rose Institute on Aging are looking for families with African American individuals either living with dementia and/or caring for a loved one with dementia to participate in virtual focus groups to help us adapt the SHARE for Dementia Program for families within the African American community.

Participants will review program materials and take part in a moderated focus group lasting about 90 minutes. They will receive $25 for their time.

If you are interested in participating, contact Donna Salaam at [email protected] or (216) 373-1747.

Photo courtesy: Ben Rose

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Recover from the post-holiday rush with a trip to the Cleveland Art Museum. While January may seem dull compared to December's holiday sparkle, the museum has plenty to get us through these early winter weeks. At the top of the list is the continuing Picasso and paper exhibit (see the first item), but why not check out the other events, too? ...

A new exhibit at the Cleveland Museum of Art showcases nearly 300 works by Picasso spanning the artist’s career and highlights his exploration of paper. ...

Along with Boomer blogger Pat O'Connor, Bruce Schneider of Solon will share details of his amazing trip to Belgium to honor his uncle Captain George L. Batz Jr. who piloted a B24 shot down over Belgium in WWII. The Tap Talk program is set for Tuesday, Nov. 19 at North Water Brewing in Kent. ...