December 2011
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UCI's monthly e-newsletter keeps you up-to-date on University Circle current events, happenings, and hotspots. If you would like to learn more, visit www.universitycircle.org
News 

HCF Brochure18th Annual Holiday CircleFest and the Opening of The Rink at Wade Oval

Don't miss Holiday CircleFest on Sunday, December 4. It's the perfect way to experience all that University Circle has to offer, FREE of charge.From 1:00-5:30 p.m., enjoy activities, music, shopping, and much more. From 1:00-7:00 p.m. lace up your skates and enjoy the opening of The Rink at Wade Oval. Click here to learn more.

 
 

University Circle Featured in The New York Times

As "Cleveland Turns Uptown into New Downtown," people across the country are beginning to take notice. Click here to read Keith Schneider's take on the exciting development taking place right here in University Circle.

 

Spend the Day in University Circle

UCI and the Cleveland Museum of Natural History are teaming up to offer guests a fun way to experience two great attractions. Visitors to The Rink at Wade Oval can present their ticket stub at the Cleveland Museum of Natural History to receive $2 off general admission. Visitors to the Cleveland Museum of Natural History can present their receipt or membership card at The Rink at Wade Oval to receive a free skate rental. Be sure to take advantage of this great opportunity!

 

Shop Local in University Circle!

Did you know that University Circle and its surrounding neighborhoods are home to everything from unique resale stores to museum gift shops to galleries and boutiques? Why not shop local this holiday season? Click here to get started.

Around the Circle 

Cleveland Museum of Natural History

Polar ObsessionClimate Change runs through Saturday, December 31, times vary. ($). More 

 

Polar Obsession runs through Sunday, January 22, 2012, times vary ($). More
 
©2011 Paul Nicklen/National Geographic

 

Cleveland Botanical Garden

WinterShow runs through Saturday, December 31, times vary. ($). More 

 

The Cleveland Museum of Art

Film: Suzhou River on Wednesday, December 28, 1:30 p.m. ($). More

Photo Courtesy of The Cleveland Museum of Art

 

Maltz Museum of Jewish Heritage

Yiddle with His Fiddle on Wednesday, December 14, 7:00-9:00 p.m. ($). More

 

Annual Chinese Food and a Movie Family Day on Sunday, December 25, 1:00-4:00 p.m. ($). More

 

The Cleveland Orchestra

The Colors of Christmas on Tuesday, December 20 & Wednesday, December 21, 8:00 p.m. ($). More

 

Christmas Concerts run from Sunday, December 11-Friday, December 23, times vary. ($). More

Photo by Roger Mastroianni

 

Cleveland Institute of Music

"Baby It's Cold Outside" Musical Luncheon on Wednesday, December 7, 11:30 a.m. Union Club. ($). More

 

Cleveland Hearing & Speech Center

Stuff the Stocking Around Town Event - 2011 on Thursday, December 1, 5:30-8:30 p.m. Battery Park Wine Bar. ($). More

 

Mt. Zion Congregational Church

Cookie Walk on Saturday, December 10 & Sunday, December 11, 11:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. ($). More

Free Events  

The Cleveland Museum of Art

Winter Lights Lantern Festival runs from Friday, December 2-Saturday, December 31, times vary. FREE. More

Photo Courtesy of The Cleveland Museum of Art

 

Cleveland Institute of Music

Winter Chamber Music Festival runs Thursday, December 1-Friday, December 9, times vary. FREE. More 

 

The Music Settlement

Arts for Us Holiday Concert on Sunday, December 11, 3:00 p.m. FREE. More 

 

Cleveland Institute of Art

Holiday Sale 2011 runs from Friday, December 2-Sunday, December 4, times vary. FREE (to browse). More

 

Lake View Cemetery

Schwan Gravesite Tree Trimming on Saturday, December 3, 10:00 a.m. FREE. More

 

Holiday Program of Music and Lights on Saturday, December 3, 4:00 p.m. FREE. More 

 

Mt. Zion Congregational Church

Annual Kwanzaa Celebration on Wednesday, December 28, 7:00 p.m. FREE. More 


Cleveland Public Library, Martin Luther King, Jr. Branch

Warm UpWarm Up Cleveland @ Martin Luther King, Jr. Branch on Saturdays, December 3, 10 & 17, 11:00 a.m. FREE. More
 
 

Men's Book Club on Tuesday, December 13, 5:30 p.m. FREE. More 


Cleveland Hearing & Speech Center

Hear Better, Live Better - 5 Things to Know About Today's Hearing Aids on Tuesday, December 6, 1:30-3:30 p.m. FREE. More 


Church of the Covenant

Christmas Pageant on Saturday, December 18, 10:00 a.m. FREE. More 


Christmas Eve
 on Saturday, December 24, 7:30 p.m. FREE. More
 


University Circle United Methodist Church

Christmas Cantata in 3 Movements on Sunday, December 11, 11:00 a.m. FREE. More 


Candlelight Services
on Saturday, December 24 at 4:00, 8:00 & 11:00 p.m. FREE. More
 


Little Italy

December Art Walk runs from Friday, December 2-Sunday, December 4, times vary. FREE (to browse). More

Kids' Corner 

Cleveland Botanical Garden

Breakfast with Santa on Saturday, December 10 & Sunday, December 11, 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. ($). More 


The Children's Museum of Cleveland

New Year's at Noon on Saturday, December 31, 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. ($). More 


Galapagos Sands Grand Opening
on Saturday, December 10, 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. ($). More
 

 

Western Reserve Historical Society

Kidzibits Fun & Games runs Tuesday, December 27-Friday, December 30, Noon-3:00 p.m. ($). More 

 

Gingerbread Tea on Saturday, December 17, 1:30-2:30 p.m. ($). More

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Washington Place Bistro & Inn

 

Stay With Us 

Relatives visiting and space a little short? Holidays getting hectic and need a night "away"?

Washington Place Bistro & Inn has 7 beautifully renovated inn rooms and a gracious staff eager to make every stay restful and rejuvenating - call for your reservations today!

 

Wednesday Dinner Special

Isn't it nice to not have to worry about what to do for dinner? Washington Place takes care of Wednesday nights with a great value - an appetizer, 2 entrées and a bottle of wine for just $40 - nothing's easier or a better value!

 

Vegan/Vegetarian Night

The holidays are packed with goodies - enjoy one that is actually good for you. Every Thursday is our vegan / vegetarian night (in addition to our full menu) - something for everyone! 

 

2203 Cornell Rd

Cleveland, OH 44106

216-791-6500

Click here for more.


Glidden House
 
 

Cleveland Orchestra Encore Package

This package includes two orchestra seat tickets, overnight accommodations for two, and a European-style breakfast buffet. $189 plus tax. Upgrade to a mansion suite for an additional $50. Some blackout dates apply. Click here for more details.



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