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Trash Unreal by Arthur Hollback
Cleveland, Culture

Trash Unreal Brings a Weird, Inclusive Drag Party to Cleveland

by Jessica Mlinaric / May 31, 2023June 10, 2023

Trash Unreal created a safe space for the LGBTQ+ community.

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Cleveland, Play

Embrace Winter Fun with Cleveland’s Toboggan Chutes

by Jessica Mlinaric / November 11, 2022December 9, 2023

Visit the tallest, fastest toboggan chutes in Ohio.

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A Christmas Story House in Cleveland
Cleveland

Go Inside the Christmas Story House in Cleveland

by Jessica Mlinaric / December 7, 2021January 5, 2025

Leg lamps, BB guns, and more await you inside this video!

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The Cleveland Cultural Gardens
Cleveland, Culture, Nature, Secret Spot

Secret Spot: Cleveland’s Cultural Gardens

by Jessica Mlinaric / April 20, 2021April 29, 2021

Over 30 gardens celebrate diversity and Cleveland’s ethnic communities

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Haserot Angel at Lake View Cemetery Cleveland
Cleveland, Culture, Secret Spot

Dead Presidents and Crying Angels: Exploring Cleveland’s Lake View Cemetery

by Jessica Mlinaric / October 31, 2019April 28, 2021

From Tiffany glass to rock and roll, here are 5 hidden gems to explore.

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Great Lakes Christmas Ale with a Cinnamon Sugar Rim
Cleveland, Culture

Deck Your Great Lakes Christmas Ale with Cinnamon Sugar

by Jessica Mlinaric / December 21, 2018January 6, 2025

Some Great Lakes Christmas Ale fans play Sugar Plum Fairy by adding a cinnamon sugar rim to their draft glass.

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Cleveland, Play

New Cleveland Metroparks Podcast Invites You Outside

by Jessica Mlinaric / July 26, 2016January 4, 2017

A new podcast promotes exploration of the Cleveland Metroparks.

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Cleveland

Riders on the Storm: Goliath

by Jessica Mlinaric / December 30, 2015January 4, 2017

Even when the itinerary gets mixed up, the ride is worthwhile.

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Cleveland, Culture, Music

Thursday Turntable: Traveling Song

by Jessica Mlinaric / November 26, 2015January 7, 2025

This week, I’m featuring a favorite road trip songs.

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Arts, Cleveland, Culture

At the Museum: Muhammad Shah’s Royal Persian Tent

by Jessica Mlinaric / September 23, 2015January 4, 2017

Experience a piece of textile art fit for a king at the Cleveland Museum of Art.

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