Hobbies

There’s nothing like fresh herbs to add that “je ne sais quoi” to favorite entrees. But how do you grow the perfect herbs for your culinary masterpieces if you’ve moved to a smaller home or condo with limited garden space? Growing herbs in containers is the answer. ...

Explore the Japanese Garden at The Cleveland Botanical Garden, learn about traditional design elements, and stop one of the special events to mark its 50th anniversary this summer. ...

If you're not popping into your library or its website, you're missing a lot, and all of it's free. That brings us to the Cuyahoga County Public Library, which recently announced its lineup of virtual talks from bestselling authors and thought leaders. ...

If you want a colorful and exciting introduction to birdwatching or experience the annual thrill of spring migration, head to Lake Erie's marshes in the next few weeks. The night skies are full of migrating birds, but during the daytime they rest right here in Ohio, and we've got great places to see them, if you know where to look. ...

Planting and caring for 15,000 trees is a lot of trees. To celebrate, Holden Forests & Gardens is marking Arbor Day with a week of celebrations that include free admission, tours, seedling giveaways and more. ...

At our age, we tend to look back on our lives and reflect on the experiences that shaped us. But did you know that sharing your hobbies with your grandchildren not only enriches their lives but also strengthens the bond between generations? ...

We've got just the perfect get-me-outta-this-lousy-weather field trip idea: a visit to the annual orchid show at the Cleveland Botanical Garden. ...

The Cleveland International Film Festival (CIFF) is back for its 49th year, and it’s looking for volunteers to make sure it’s another successful event.

You can support the local film scene, make friends with other film enthusiasts and festival goers, work a schedule that fits your interests and schedule and get exclusive perks such as free film vouchers, free parking, raffle entries and more.

Volunteers are needed in the following areas:

Greeter / Hospitality
Challenge Match / Fundraising
Survey Administration / Marketing
Voting Kiosk Assistance / Audience Engagement

Volunteers earn 2 vouchers for every shift that they work. You can exchange your vouchers for any film with tickets available during the entire festival, outside your shift.

Want to learn more? Complete the interest form today.

The Cleveland International Film Festival runs March 27-April 5 at Playhouse Square and streams April 6-13.

 

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