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Maltz Museum Exhibit Explores Nazi Propaganda Through Modern Art

A new exhibit at the Maltz Museum shows how the Nazis used modern art as a propaganda tool. Visitors will explore the relationship of art, culture and society as it relates to the rise of the regime. ...
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Crawford Museum Opens Mustang Exhibit

Almost no American car is more iconic and coveted than a vintage Ford Mustang. Take a trip back in time and celebrate the 60th anniversary of this popular car with a new exhibit at the Crawford-Auto Aviation Museum. ...
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Festival Celebrates Day of the Dead, Nov. 2

Halloween grabs all the attention every autumn, but don't miss out on an equally festive celebration: Day of the Dead. Enjoy the celebration in the Detroit Shoreway neighborhood with a parade, elaborate altar decorations, crafts and food. ...
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Western Reserve Historical Society Exhibit Features Dolls and Miniatures

From porcelain and rag dolls to Barbie and American Girl, a new exhibit at the Western Reserve Historical Society (WRHS) features a charming collection of dolls, doll houses, miniatures and toys in "All Dolled Up: 200 Years of Dolls and Miniatures. ...
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Boo! Explore Ohio’s Scariest Places

Spooky tunnels, ghosts in hallways, gruesome deaths. 'Tis the season for scary stories. We've got a list of some of Ohio's most haunted places (according to state tourism officials), and a couple of them are in our own back yard. ...
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Once in a Lifetime (Part II)

Bruce Schneider from Solon discovered that a small town in Belgium was honoring tthe airmen who were part of the liberation of Europe 80 years ago. One of thse airmen was his uncle George L. Baatz, Jr., a B-24H bomber pilot. Here's part two of his story. ...
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The Show Goes On & On for Playhouse Square

The Square’s venues are historic and beautiful, but it’s the audiences that give it an advantage. The Broadway season ticket community here is the largest in North America; more than 40,000 strong. ...
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Pop Culture Chronicles: The “Lost” Jerry Lewis Film

Jerry Lewis wanted to prove he could be a dramatic actor, but he recognized that his first attempt was a mistake: the 1972 film, “The Day the Clown Cried.” It’s been out of public view for years, but apparently, that’s about to change. ...
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