Good morning, Portage County. Lights, camera, action! Cleveland's urban film festival takes over Shaker Heights this weekend, bringing a dazzling lineup of narrative features and documentaries to both physical theaters and virtual screens. The festival shines a special spotlight on local creators like sportswriter Branson Wright, while actress Kym Whitley receives the lifetime achievement award during this celebration of diverse cinema that runs through September 26.
Mark your calendars for some face time with your local representative as Summit County Councilwoman Christine Higham opens her doors at Tallmadge Branch Library on October 14. Meanwhile, arborists are reaching new heights—literally—at Davey Tree's revolutionary SEED Campus, where a 10,700-square-foot indoor climbing center and 50-foot canopy walk transform how tree experts train. Even Bill the Border Collie has an employee number, keeping watch over the 200-acre facility that will eventually welcome public visitors.
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🎬 Cleveland's urban film festival lights up Shaker Heights this weekend. The Greater Cleveland Urban Film Festival runs September 18-26, featuring both in-person screenings at Shaker Square Cinemas and virtual viewing options. The lineup includes narrative features, shorts, and documentaries, with special attention to films by local creators like sportswriter Branson Wright's work on football underdogs. Actress Kym Whitley will receive the festival's lifetime achievement award during Saturday's celebration of diverse cinema.
📆 County official opens her doors to Tallmadge residents. Summit County Councilwoman Christine Higham will host public office hours on Tuesday, October 14 from 5-6pm at the Tallmadge Branch Library. Residents from District 6, which includes Tallmadge and parts of Akron such as Ellet, Goodyear Heights, and North Hill, are invited to attend. No appointment is necessary as visitors will be seen on a first-come, first-served basis. Those seeking more information can call 330-643-2725.
🌳 Davey Tree's new SEED Campus revolutionizes training for arborists. The 200-acre facility features a groundbreaking 10,700-square-foot indoor climbing center that allows year-round training in a controlled environment. A 50-foot canopy walk gives researchers unprecedented access to study tree ecosystems while enabling instructors to communicate directly with climbing students. Additional features include non-energized utility line training areas, specialized classrooms, and an arboretum with over 500 plant species that will eventually open to the public. Even Bill the Border Collie has an employee number, keeping geese away from the campus irrigation pond.
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