Category Archives: families

{May 17, 2010}
  Seussical the Musical @ the Beck (05/21-22)

Friday May 21st and Saturday May 22nd, 2010


I saw this play on Friday night and was completely WOWED! Great job Youth Theatre at the Beck for putting on an amazing show.

As I nestled into the front row of the show, I thought to myself, “another children’s play, I’ll get through it,” but by the end of the first full company number I had the tunes stuck in my head and was humming along. Not only does the play tell a charming story of Horton and the Who’s it is visually bright and colorful A must for children AND adults!

Based on the works of Dr. Seuss Directed by Russ Stich Join the mischievous Cat in the Hat and his friends in this fantastical, magical, musical extravaganza! Adults $10; Students $8.
For show times and tickets visit the Beck Center for the Arts
Posted on May 17, 2010 by charity
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{Dec 17, 2009}
  Peaceful holiday weekend.

Well folks, where has December gone? As I grow older I realize how the term “time flies” is so very true. One day it’s the 4th of July and the next is Christmas. I mean don’t get me wrong, I’ve cherished each gingerbread man and peppermint stick…I’ve mixed and mingled. I’ve indulged in sweets and savory treats. I’ve stayed up late painting the town red. All the while…jingling all the way.

But with all this said..I’m ready for a weekend of peaceful holiday cheer. I’m one of those lucky few to be done shopping, all wrapped and shipped and now I get to enjoy the reason for the season.

A few things that are on my non-crazy holiday weekend MAY include…
- Wearing my “caterer-friend” hat and working a swanky holiday party with Cleveland’s richy rich.

- An impromptu brunch with ELEVEN really great women.

- A sampling of fine cheese and wines at Baricelli Inn.

- If I realize I forgot someone on my list, maybe a stop into the Last Minute Market at the Lake Erie Screw Factory.

- Perhaps dinner “Christmas Story Style” at Touch…including Peking Duck.

- A bit of caroling with the Ohio City Singers at Happy Dog.

- Sunday jazz brunch with artists and friends at Flying Fig

- Maybe I’ll even go see Santa to sit on his lap and let him know that for Christmas this year all I really want is a glittering of snow and peace of mind in the new year…okay, and maybe a sweater or two from J.Crew! :)

Happy holiday weekend to all and to all a good night.

Posted on December 17, 2009 by charity
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{Dec 1, 2009}
  FREE yoga (12/5)

Saturday, December 5th, 2009

As an expression of gratitude to all of their students and the community… Inner Bliss Yoga Studio is delighted to offer a day of free yoga and more!!!

Come and enjoy one, two or more classes with your favorite teacher, bring friends! Come experience it for yourself!

GREAT Give Back Schedule of Classes
7:30-8:30 : HOT Powerful Flow with Shannon
9:00-10:00 : HOT Powerful Flow with Tammy, Dawn assisting
10:15-11:15 : Yoga Flow for All Levels with Laura, Lanie assisting
11:30-12:30 : Powerful Flow with Lanie, ginny assisting
12:45-1:45 : Beginners Yoga with ginny
2:00-3:00 : Yoga Demonstration by your teachers!
3:15-4:15 : HOT Powerful Flow with Kristen
4:30- 5:30 : Powerful Flow with Kathy
5:45-6:45 : Yoga Flow for All Levels with Jen, Kathy assisting

There is no pre-registration for classes on this day, just show up!

More Treats for YOU!
Lululemon Trunk Show from 10 am – 3 pm! (credit cards only, please)
Delicious Deals on Inner Bliss boutique threads!
Buy any class package and get a free class for a friend of your choice!

Posted on December 1, 2009 by charity
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{Nov 24, 2009}
  Give back

You are blessed.

Anyone who has time to squeeze in a blog read or two is blessed.

You have health. You have family & friends. And most likely each evening your heat is turned up to a toasty 68 degrees.

Every holiday season, it gets me thinking how lucky and blessed I am and how I could help those who aren’t so lucky.

Have you ever worked at a soup kitchen? It really opens your eyes to how blessed you are. It awakens the compassionate soul and teaches you the idea of being so truly humble and grateful.

If you have always wanted to try to volunteer at a soup kitchen here are a few things you should consider….

1. Find out which soup kitchens are located in your area. Do a search online, look in the phone book, call information or ask your city or town clerk.

Some of the larger Cleveland area soup kitchens that need are….
> Zion Soup Kitchen (call 216.861.2371)
> St Malachi Center (call 216.771.3036)
> Trinity Cathedral (call 216.774.0425)
> Cleveland Catholic Charities (call 216.334.2961)

2. Contact a local soup kitchen and tell them you’d like to help.

3. Organize a group of people from your circle of friends, your neighborhood, work, your church or synagogue who are willing to volunteer on Thanksgiving.

4. Understand that the soup kitchen needs lots of help in other areas besides food service. Offer to pick up donations, do an inventory on them and store them away. You might also set up tables, prepare the food and help clean up after the meal is through.

5. Include your children in your efforts. This is a great way to teach them the importance of community service.

6. Consider making this a tradition in your family every year. Counting your blessings and helping people in need is a great way to celebrate Thanksgiving.

If you have other volunteer options or ideas please make a comment.

Posted on November 24, 2009 by charity
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{Nov 16, 2009}
  Miss Manners (11/22)

Sunday, November 22nd, 2009

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{Nov 5, 2009}
  Design night (11/06)

Friday, November 6th, 2009

One gallery, three exhibits, five outstanding panelists adds up to a Blockbuster Night at The Cleveland Institute of Art. Be one of the first to see national and international exhibits and hear from an international panel on the forces that drive modern design.

All exhibits are free and open to the public and will be held in CIA’s Gund Building. For more information check this out.

Posted on November 5, 2009 by charity
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{Nov 3, 2009}
  Bakery Breakfast

With the time change and the bright morning skies, I feel like I have all the time in the world before my work day begins. Yesterday I took my little pup for a long walk to the Lake, while this morning I made a pit stop at the new bakery, Blackbird Baking Company. With the brisk temps outside there is something so comforting in a warm cup of coffee and something sweet and yummy for breakfast.

This morning I was lucky enough to arrive as they were pulling the Pumpkin Pecan (seasonal flavor) Cookies from the oven. The soft, chewy and sugar-coated treat reminded me of a cross between a moist pumpkin pie and my moms banana bread.

If you miss this cookie flavor some of the other goodies include Cranberry Oat Cookies (“oat,” it MUST be healthy?), my friend Elizabeth really likes the Sweet Cream Biscuits, Cleveland Magazine voted the Stick Buns the “Best” and the french baguettes make every sandwich or bowl of fall soup better.

If you can carve out an extra 15 minutes, swing by the new Blackbird Baking Co. for your fall carb. fix! Located in Lakewood before you cross the Detroit Ave bridge to “River.”

Posted on November 3, 2009 by charity
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{Oct 23, 2009}
  Pumpkin Workout (10/24)

Saturday, October 24th, 2009

I thought this was a fun little way to end our week and welcome in the weekend.

Feeling frisky and trying to squeeze in a workout? Join Liz Donnelly, personal trainer and family fitness specialist as she gives you and your kids a sugar-burning, exhilarating workout with a PUMPKIN!!!

Bring your own “orange weight,” workout with your pumpkin pall, and then be prepared to give your pumpkin friend a break with a special holiday craft.

10-11am. Lakewood Congregational Church Social Hall. 1375 West Clifton in Lakewood. To register call 440.623.0957

Posted on October 23, 2009 by charity
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{Oct 16, 2009}
  Wild Thing!!! (10/16)

I know we’ve all been waiting…and waiting…and waiting.

So….LET THE WILD RUMPUS BEGIN!!!

Head over to Cleveland’s newest theatre, Captiol Theatre on Detorit in the Gordon Arts Square District for today’s release of Maurice Sendacks show, where the wild things are … showing at 11:30, 2:00. 4:45, 7:15 and 9:40!

Be there or “I’ll Eat You Up!!!” :)

Posted on October 16, 2009 by charity
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{Oct 2, 2009}
  Good Bird Hunting

This weekend if you are out and about, perhaps checking out the new Capitol Theatre in the Gordon Arts Square District on the westside of Cleveland…grab your walking shoes and try to find all of these lovely bluebirds.

For more information on the project visit www.clevelandpublicart.org

Posted on October 2, 2009 by charity
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