Event Calendar
Events for Thursday, April 23, 2015
Jewish Federation of Cleveland hosts Community-wide Israel Independence Day Celebration
5:30 PM - 12:00 PM
The Jewish Federation of Cleveland is partnering with more than 50 local Jewish organizations and community businesses to celebrate Yom Ha’atzmaut, Israel’s Independence Day, featuring a full-length concert at 8 p.m. by Israeli sensation The Idan Raichel Project. The annual celebration is a family-friendly event for all ages. It is free and open to the community.
Young children can enjoy arts and crafts, balloon artists, and a photo booth while learning about Israeli life and culture. The whole family can eat delicious kosher fare at the food court, ranging from traditional Israeli favorites like falafel, to American food like chicken strips and french fries. Guests can also participate in a drum circle, learn an Israeli dance, and tour the Israeli marketplace (shuk), where vendors sell beautiful jewelry, exotic spices, and more. Live music before the featured concert will be provided by Yiddishe Cup Klezmer Band.
The Idan Raichel Project has changed the face of Israeli music and become a global music powerhouse, led by producer, keyboardist, and composer Idan Raichel.
Limited guaranteed seating for the concert is available online.
No backpacks or large purses. For more information or to RSVP, please visit link below.
Location:
Park Synagogue Main
3300 Mayfield Heights Road
Cleveland Heights
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5:30 PM - 12:00 PM
The Jewish Federation of Cleveland is partnering with more than 50 local Jewish organizations and community businesses to celebrate Yom Ha’atzmaut, Israel’s Independence Day, featuring a full-length concert at 8 p.m. by Israeli sensation The Idan Raichel Project. The annual celebration is a family-friendly event for all ages. It is free and open to the community.
Young children can enjoy arts and crafts, balloon artists, and a photo booth while learning about Israeli life and culture. The whole family can eat delicious kosher fare at the food court, ranging from traditional Israeli favorites like falafel, to American food like chicken strips and french fries. Guests can also participate in a drum circle, learn an Israeli dance, and tour the Israeli marketplace (shuk), where vendors sell beautiful jewelry, exotic spices, and more. Live music before the featured concert will be provided by Yiddishe Cup Klezmer Band.
The Idan Raichel Project has changed the face of Israeli music and become a global music powerhouse, led by producer, keyboardist, and composer Idan Raichel.
Limited guaranteed seating for the concert is available online.
No backpacks or large purses. For more information or to RSVP, please visit link below.
Location:
Park Synagogue Main
3300 Mayfield Heights Road
Cleveland Heights
Click here for more information
HRRC Class: "Home Maintenance Responsibilities"
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Part of Home Repair Resource Center’s “Financial Fitness” and “New Home Buyer” series.
Free and open to residents of all communities. Reservations required; call (216) 381-6100, ext. 13.
Location:
Heights Libraries Lee Road Branch, 2345 Lee Rd., Cleveland Hts., OH
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6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Part of Home Repair Resource Center’s “Financial Fitness” and “New Home Buyer” series.
Free and open to residents of all communities. Reservations required; call (216) 381-6100, ext. 13.
Location:
Heights Libraries Lee Road Branch, 2345 Lee Rd., Cleveland Hts., OH
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Redefining Sexuality & Intimacy for Women with Breast Cancer
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Advance registration required by calling 216-595-9546.
Location:
The Gathering Place East
23300 Commerce Park
Beachwood, Ohio 44122
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6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Advance registration required by calling 216-595-9546.
Location:
The Gathering Place East
23300 Commerce Park
Beachwood, Ohio 44122
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Paris as Muse: Poetry from the City of Love
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
The city of Paris has inspired generations of writers, artists, and lovers for good reason. This illustrated presentation by Professor Tama Engelking of Cleveland State University will focus on a selection of French poetry celebrating Paris and the role it plays in our romantic imagination. The presentations will include some recitations of French poetry with English translations included; both French and non-French speakers are welcome to attend. Part of the Springtime in Paris series.
Location:
Heights Libraries - Lee Road Branch
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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
The city of Paris has inspired generations of writers, artists, and lovers for good reason. This illustrated presentation by Professor Tama Engelking of Cleveland State University will focus on a selection of French poetry celebrating Paris and the role it plays in our romantic imagination. The presentations will include some recitations of French poetry with English translations included; both French and non-French speakers are welcome to attend. Part of the Springtime in Paris series.
Location:
Heights Libraries - Lee Road Branch
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Tri-M® Music Honor Society Benefit Recital
7:00 PM
Come support and nourish the love of music in our youth! The Heights High School Chapter of the Tri-M® Music Honor Society will present a benefit recital on Thursday, April 23 in the gallery, consisting of multiple instrumental and vocal ensembles from the membership. With a suggested minimum donation of $3, all proceeds from the program will go directly toward funding the chapter's continuing activities.
Tri-M® is a national music honor society, founded as a part of the National Association for Music Education. The Heights High Chapter recognizes the most talented and dedicated 11th and 12th grade music students at Cleveland Heights High School; it has grown in membership from nine students in 2009 to 36 students today. Upon application, the Heights High School music faculty selects students who show outstanding musicianship, leadership, service, scholarship, and character, to honor them for their accomplishments, commitment, and dedication to the Heights High music program.
Location:
Heights Arts
2175 Lee Road
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7:00 PM
Come support and nourish the love of music in our youth! The Heights High School Chapter of the Tri-M® Music Honor Society will present a benefit recital on Thursday, April 23 in the gallery, consisting of multiple instrumental and vocal ensembles from the membership. With a suggested minimum donation of $3, all proceeds from the program will go directly toward funding the chapter's continuing activities.
Tri-M® is a national music honor society, founded as a part of the National Association for Music Education. The Heights High Chapter recognizes the most talented and dedicated 11th and 12th grade music students at Cleveland Heights High School; it has grown in membership from nine students in 2009 to 36 students today. Upon application, the Heights High School music faculty selects students who show outstanding musicianship, leadership, service, scholarship, and character, to honor them for their accomplishments, commitment, and dedication to the Heights High music program.
Location:
Heights Arts
2175 Lee Road
Click here for more information
CH-UH City School District Facilities Accountability Committee (FAC) Meeting
7:00 PM
The meeting is open to the public.
Location:
Board of Education
2155 Miramar Blvd.
University Heights
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7:00 PM
The meeting is open to the public.
Location:
Board of Education
2155 Miramar Blvd.
University Heights
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