Wednesday, April 6, 2011
The Independence Art Guild has an interesting program this month on henna art.
Would you like to get out for a relaxing evening with a friend and learn about a fun, creative and culturally fascinating practice? The Independence Art Guild is hosting a program on April 12 called The Timeless Art of Henna Painting. The event will be held at the Liberty Station Building in Independence from 7:30 p.m. until 10:30 p.m. The program is being presented by Kristina Haberek. She is a Cleveland-area artist, who has been practicing henna art for 13 years, and participants will learn about the history of henna art, as well as its cultural significance and have a chance to have a small henna design applied. The application of henna paste is known by various names, including mehendi. According to mehendiworld.com, the art of henna …
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6800 Brecksville Rd, Independence, OH
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Wednesday, March 16, 2011
Here are some great places to walk in and around Brecksville.
Spring will be here on Sunday! If you look closely, you might see the first wildflowers beginning to bloom this month and hear the first of the springtime frogs. Spring also means that it’s time to blow the cobwebs off your walking shoes and get out for a hike or a walk with a friend. Here are some ideas for great places to walk in Brecksville. If you have any favorite walking spots in and around town, please add them in the comments. The Brecksville Reservation of the Cleveland Metroparks has many trails, and maps are available at the Brecksville Nature Center. Here are a few trails in the MetroParks that I’m familiar with: The Towpath Trail in the Cuyahoga Valley National Park is a great place to walk. From the Towpath, you can connect …
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Cleveland Metroparks - Brecksville Reservation
9305 Brecksville Rd, Brecksville, OH
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Cuyahoga Valley National Park Headquarters
15610 Vaughn Rd, Brecksville, OH
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3100 Brush Rd, Richfield, OH
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Wednesday, March 9, 2011
Cleveland has a bustling art scene. See some of it during the Tremont Art Walk this Friday.
Get ready to hit the art scene in Cleveland. The Tremont ArtWalk is starting at 6 p.m. this Friday. The ArtWalk has been going on in Tremont for more than 15 years, and it takes place on the second Friday of every month. Artwork by local artists is featured in about 30 different venues, from restaurants and bars to galleries, stores and boutiques. A map is available on the ArtWalk website. One of the great things about the ArtWalk is that it’s casual and accessible. You don’t have to be “artsy” to participate. You can just grab a friend, lace up your shoes and walk from location to location. But this probably is an event to check out without the kids, since not all of the artwork may be family friendly. Make sure to stop in Paul Duda …
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2342 Professor Ave, Cleveland, OH
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2173 Professor Ave, Cleveland, OH
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761 Starkweather Ave, Cleveland, OH
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2221 Professor Ave # 3, Cleveland, OH
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2061 W 10th St, Cleveland, OH
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815 Jefferson Ave, Cleveland, OH
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Wednesday, March 2, 2011
"Orchid Mania" has come to Cleveland.
Is your cabin fever out of control? Would you like to immerse yourself in tropical warmth? If so, you don't even have to buy an airline ticket: just take a short drive to the Cleveland Botanical Garden. Orchid Mania is the Cleveland Botanical Garden's annual orchid show, and this is its eighth year. The theme this year is “Purple Reign," an homage to this royal color commonly seen in the orchid world. In addition to the flowers, there are lots of other orchid-related events and workshops, including photography and art displays. You can also buy orchids directly from growers on March 5 and 6. And don’t forget your camera, because there is an Orchid Mania photography contest on the Plain Dealer's website. Go to cleveland.com/orchids for …
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11000 East Blvd, Cleveland, OH
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Wednesday, February 23, 2011
This class is the perfect way to relax, rejuvenate and learn something new.
When my older son was a baby, I took my first painting class. Getting out of the house for a few hours to explore my creative side helped renew my energy. It made me a better mom and wife and a happier person. It also gave me something to think about on all those sleepless nights, while rocking a crying baby. The Brecksville Center for the Arts has some upcoming beginners acrylic painting classes. The classes will be held on Thursdays, March 3 through 24. There are two sessions to choose from; the morning session will be held from 10 a.m. until noon, and the evening session will be from 7 to 9 p.m. The class is taught by Stephanie Sibits. I know Sibits personally, and I have painted with her on several occasions. She paints in bold colors …
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Brecksville Center for The Arts
8997 Highland Dr, Brecksville, OH
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Wednesday, February 16, 2011
The Peppermill Pub and Grill rocks out every Wednesday and Saturday night.
My Saturday nights pretty much consist of getting my boys to bed, then collapsing in exhaustion in front of the tube here in suburbia. While exploring ideas for things to do, I discovered that Brecksville has a night life that I never knew about. Don’t let the storefront facade fool you: the Peppermill Pub and Grill is a classy and cool place with a laid-back attitude. It is also one of the only places in Brecksville to see live rock music on a regular basis. They have a “Saturday Nights Live” program, featuring a live band every Saturday night from 9 p.m. until midnight. They feature local bands, and The Spark Plugz will be playing there this Saturday, Feb. 19. I stopped in to the Peppermill to find out more, and found owner Gus …
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The Peppermill Pub and Grill
7011 Mill Rd, Brecksville, OH
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Wednesday, February 9, 2011
Take your Valentine for a wine-tasting ride on the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad.
Call the babysitter and take someone special for a romantic ride on the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad from 7 p.m. until 9 p.m. this Friday, Feb. 11. The train boards at the Brecksville Station. This is their Valentine's Day Moonlight Express tour called "That's Amor!" and it is part of a series of "Grape Escape" wine-tasting excursions. These popular tours are held about once a month. Gloria Bonamer, who works in customer service for the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad, said that the wine-tasting will consist of five wines from South America. Each wine will be paired with an appetizer specifically designed to complement the wine. The food is catered by Acme Catering and will be prepared by one of their chefs. Ticket prices range from $…
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13512 Station Rd, Brecksville, OH
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Wednesday, February 2, 2011
2182 is having a wine tasting on Feb. 8.
Your teens have a meeting at the high school Saturday. Your parents offered to take the younger children to a movie Sunday. Your preteens take tap on Wednesdays. Whenever it is, when the kids are out of the house, it’s your time: take it. Each week, Brecksville Patch will bring you a Great Escape pick in the area: one great idea per week to give you a much-deserved break. This week, our suggestion is 2182 Brecksville, a chic yet cozy place to escape for an evening out with your better half or your best friend, without the kids. They are having a wine tasting at 6:30 p.m. on Feb. 8 where all of the featured wines will be ice wine. The food at 2182 is fantastic, and the atmosphere is sophisticated, yet comfortable and relaxed. When I've …
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2182 Restaurant and Bistro
8918 Brecksville Rd, Brecksville, OH
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Heather McGahee
7:40 pm on Saturday, April 9, 2011
This sounds wonderful. Thanks for covering it! more ›