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📍 New community vibes

Cleveland • February 17, 2025

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Good morning, Cleveland. Remember that feeling when LeBron brought home the championship in 2016? That same electric energy is coursing through Cleveland's west side, where a game-changing $97 million investment is set to transform industrial spaces into vibrant community hubs. We're talking hundreds of new apartments, retail spots, and even a fresh library branch – all approved by the Cleveland-Cuyahoga County Port Authority.

While this development reshapes our physical landscape, the Cleveland Play House is busy nurturing our cultural soul. The historic theater, which has been staging world-class performances since Woodrow Wilson was president, just welcomed six new board members to help write its next act. These exciting changes come as our community grapples with uncertainty around HIV care funding – reminding us that true progress means leaving no neighbor behind.

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☕️ What's Brewing Locally

🏒 Hockey Scoreboard

In a chilly showdown, Benedictine's ice hockey squad edged past Olmsted Falls 3-1, proving that even Bengals can be comfortable on ice. The victory gives Benedictine (7-24) some much-needed momentum before they face powerhouse St. Ignatius, who's been treating the season like their own personal highlight reel at 24-9.

TeamOpponentScore
Benedictine Logo Benedictine (7-24-3)
vs Olmsted Falls*
W 3-1

🏀 Basketball Scoreboard (Boys)

The Louisville Leopards put on a clinic in their 81-50 demolition of John Hay, proving that in the animal kingdom, leopards definitely have the upper hand over whatever John Hay's mascot is. With their 17th win of the season, Louisville looks primed for a deep playoff run while their next opponent, the 1-18 North Vikings, might want to consider taking up chess instead.

TeamOpponentScore
John Hay Logo John Hay (9-13)
@ Louisville
L 81-50
Cleveland Central Catholic Logo Cleveland Central Catholic (14-7)
@ Warrensville Heights
L 57-55
Villa Angela-St. Joseph Logo Villa Angela-St. Joseph (12-10)
@ Riverside
W 76-53

🏀 Basketball Scoreboard (Girls)

Talk about a Saturday of lopsided affairs in Ohio hoops! Lake Blue Streaks and Norton Panthers both flexed their muscles with 76-point performances, while Elyria Catholic delivered the day's most eye-popping result - an 80-9 dismantling of St. Martin de Porres that probably had the scoreboard begging for mercy. The only nail-biter? West Branch's head-scratching 2-0 victory over East Tech, in what must have been either the world's best defensive showdown or a game of keep-away gone wrong.

TeamOpponentScore
East Tech Logo East Tech (2-14)
@ West Branch**
L 2-0 (FF)
John F. Kennedy Logo John F. Kennedy (10-9)
vs South**
L 55-37
Max S. Hayes Logo Max S. Hayes (6-7)
@ Lake**
L 76-11
Cleveland Central Catholic Logo Cleveland Central Catholic (9-13)
@ Norton**
L 76-21
Villa Angela-St. Joseph Logo Villa Angela-St. Joseph (14-9)
vs Conneaut*
W 74-36
St. Martin de Porres Logo St. Martin de Porres (4-16)
@ Elyria Catholic**
L 80-9

🏡 Real Estate Reveals

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🗓️ Happenings & Hoopla

🍻 Feb. 17 - Cleveland Happy Hour Specials: Unwind at Muze Gastropub's daily happy hour, where Cleveland's best deals flow freely from 4-7pm. Plus, catch irresistible Wednesday-Friday specials until 9pm at this cozy Lakewood hotspot.
🚛 Feb. 17 - Monster Jam: Rev up your weekend as Monster Jam roars into Cleveland's Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse on February 17! Watch massive trucks defy gravity and crush everything in their path in this high-octane family spectacular.
🎤 Feb. 17 - Local Artists Open Mic: Grab the mic and shine at Cleveland's newest intimate music venue! Local artists take center stage every Thursday and Friday at Soberay365, with open mic sessions running 5:30-7:30pm. Professional sound and lighting included.
🍷 Feb. 17 - Wild Valentine Wine Tasting: Sip and savor at Western Reserve Wines' Valentine's weekend tasting with wine expert Shelley Harman from Tramonte & Sons. Join the fun at their Solon location this Saturday from 2-5 PM.
🎤 Feb. 17 - Poetry Open Mic Night: Unleash your creative voice at Kaiser Gallery's Spoken Word Open Mic Night! Share poetry and stories in this welcoming community space every first and third Thursday, 7-9pm at 2418 Professor Ave, Cleveland.
🎸 Feb. 17 - Carlos Jones & Queens: Get ready to groove with reggae legend Carlos Jones and The Queens as they bring their island vibes to Beachland Ballroom & Tavern on February 16th at 3:00 PM.
💕 Feb. 17 - Rom Com Trivia Night: Calling all hopeless romantics! Test your rom-com expertise at Great Lakes Brewing Company's movie trivia night. Swoon over meet-cutes and happily-ever-afters this Sunday from 12-2PM at their Market Avenue location.
🏢 Feb. 17 - Hope Center Training Class: Ready to make a difference? Learn how to serve at The Hope Center during this essential 90-minute volunteer orientation class on February 17 at 15135 Triskett Rd in Cleveland.
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