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August 2012

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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 universitycircle.org.

 
featured events

 
  Chippin' in for Our Cops - The UCPD Golf Outing   Chippin' in for Our Cops - The UCPD Golf Outing
Come and celebrate summer's close with a full day of golf, food, friends, and raffles! The 6th annual Golf Outing benefits the University Circle Police Department, which supports the growth of University Circle into a premier, urban district. Following five sold-out years, the 6th annual UCPD golf outing promises to be a spectacular day on the golf course. The golf outing will take place on Thursday, August 30 at 9:00 AM at Seneca Golf Course. Corporate sponsorships and hole sponsorships are available. Sponsors receive a foursome at the outing and logo recognition on event promotional materials. For more information, click here.

 
 
 
 
news

 
  WOW! Wade Oval Wednesdays
Photo by Downie Photography
  WOW! Wade Oval Wednesdays

This summer's crowds have been bigger than ever, and the fun continues this August with 5 terrific bands. Don't miss Carlos Jones & the PLUS Band on August 1, Waterband on August 8, Otis & the Shoreway Saints on August 15, Son Gitano on August 22, and The Soul Men, Blues Brothers Tribute on August 29. There will be a movie night on August 15, featuring the animated hit, Puss in Boots. While at WOW, be sure to stop by the booming Farmer's Market for fresh produce and delicious specialty items. For more information, click here.
 
 
      WOW! Wade OVal Wednesdays Sponsors
 
  University Circle Salutes Veterans Community Festival, Classic Car Show, and Rib Burn-off   University Circle Salutes Veterans Community Festival, Classic Car Show, and Rib Burn-off

Free and open to the public, this community-building event takes place on Saturday, August 4 from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM It includes a special tribute to veterans, featuring a ceremony with local dignitaries, as well as live musical entertainment, classic cars, community services booths, and children's games. For more information, click here.
 
 
  One World Day   One World Day

Celebrate Cleveland's diverse population at One World Day in the Cleveland Cultural Gardens on Sunday, August 26 from Noon - 5:00 PM This event features a parade of flags, free Lolly-the-Trolley tours, food, music, a naturalization ceremony, and much more. For more information, click here.
 
 
  NASA - Spark Your Curiosity!   NASA - Spark Your Curiosity!

Enjoy a full afternoon of family fun and learn more about NASA's Curiosity Rover at this free event being held on Sunday, August 5 from 1:00 - 6:00 PM at Wade Oval in University Circle. Come meet Astronaut Greg "Box" Johnson and hear subject matter experts talk about NASA's most advanced planetary rover as it prepares to land on Mars. For more information, click here.
 
 
  114th Annual Feast of the Assumption   114th Annual Feast of the Assumption

A Cleveland tradition, Holy Rosary Church's 114th Annual Feast of the Assumption will take place Wednesday, August 15 - Saturday, August 18 in neighboring Little Italy. The Feast is well known for its entertainment, games, processions, and, of course, delicious food! For more information, click here.
 
 
  12th Annual Doan Brook Family Fishing Day   12th Annual Doan Brook Family Fishing Day

On Saturday, August 25 from 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM, enjoy a day of fishing with friends and family while learning how Clean Water = Healthy Fish in Cleveland's historic Doan Brook watershed. Organized by the Doan Brook Watershed Partnership, the event is free for all ages and features a range of activities, from casting and knot-tying lessons, to environmental activities and exhibits. For more information, click here.
 
 
  Save-the-Date: 2012 Showcase in the Circle & Home Tour   Save-the-Date: 2012 Showcase in the Circle & Home Tour

Join University Circle Inc. and the Uptown Partners Business Association for the 3rd Showcase in the Circle & Home Tour. This event will take place on Thursday, September 27 from 4:30 - 7:00 PM and is free to attend. Come meet our world class, family-owned, and locally grown organizations, and check out the wide array of housing options that are available in and around the Circle. Vendor registration is now open for the event! UCI is looking for local businesses to showcase the area's wide array of products, services, and attractions. For more information, click here.
 
 
 
 
around the circle

 
  Precious Objects - Photography by Chuck Mintz   Precious Objects - Photography by Chuck Mintz

Maltz Museum of Jewish Heritage
Wednesday, August 22, 2012 - Sunday, September 30, 2012
Times Vary ($)

Precious Objects are things people treasure that have special meaning because of how they got them, who gave the things to them, or their meaning today. Photographer Charles J. Mintz chronicled more than 300 people and their possessions, and each shared inner thoughts about them. A selection will be on display, giving a very personal look at human emotion and the power of memory. For more information, click here.

 
 
  Monthly Scrapbook Night - A Healing Arts Workshop   Monthly Scrapbook Night - A Healing Arts Workshop

Hospice of the Western Reserve
Thursday, August 2, 2012
6:30 - 8:30 PM ($)

Remember loved ones by creating a memorial keepsake scrapbook with photos, handwritten notes, poetry, etc. Scrapbooks and some embellishments will be provided. For more information, click here.

 
 
 
 
free events

 
  Business Model Canvas   Business Model Canvas

Uptown Partners Business Association
Thursday, August 30, 2012
8:30 AM (FREE)

Deb Mills-Scofield will talk about the Business Model Canvas as a tool for creating, refining, innovating, enhancing your business for growth. Based on the book she co-created with Alex Osterwalder, Business Model Generation, Deb will describe the business model building blocks and how they can be used to innovate one of the few areas of innovation today - the business model itself. For more information, click here.

 
 
  Cleveland Heart Walk   Cleveland Heart Walk

American Heart Association
Saturday, August 25, 2012
8:00 AM (FREE)

Join the American Heart Association for the 2012 Cleveland Heart Walk at Voinovich Park. A one-mile or three-mile route will be available, as well as kids zone, K9 corner, vendor booths and more! For more information, click here.

 
 
 
 
kids corner

 
  Kids Pajama Pizza Party   Kids Pajama Pizza Party

Cleveland Botanical Garden
Friday, August 10, 2012
5:00 - 7:00 PM ($)

Parents can enjoy a night on the town while kids stay in the all-new Kitchen Garden, making a personal pizza dinner and learning to grow their own toppings. For more information, click here.

 
 
  RTA Community Day   RTA Community Day

The Children's Museum of Cleveland
Friday, August 10, 2012
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM ($)

Join The Children's Museum and the Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority (RTA) to explore bus safety, fire safety, and explore community safety vehicles. Children will be able to touch police cars, fire trucks, and RTA transit buses! For more information, click here.

 
 
 
 
specials

 
  Washington Place Bistro & Inn   Washington Place Bistro & Inn

August Special
Through August
$

Enjoy a respite from the heat with lunch in either the cool and relaxing bistro or on the beautiful patio. Mention "UCI" and receive one complimentary lunch with the purchase of another, Monday - Friday, and Saturday brunch (one per table, please). Washington Place is open during the Feast of the Assumption! For more information, click here.

 
 
 
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