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December 2013

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UCI's monthly e-newsletter keeps you up-to-date on University Circle current events, happenings, and hotspots. For a complete list of all innerCircle events, please visit universitycircle.org/innercircle.

 
featured event

 
  Wade Oval Winter - The Rink at Wade Oval
Photo by Downie Photography
  Wade Oval Winter

The Rink at Wade Oval
The Rink at Wade Oval is now open, with special holiday hours, events, and promotions! Admission is free, and skate rentals are $3. Do you miss WOW? Then come to the Rink on Wednesdays, December 4, 11, and 18 at 6:00 p.m. for live music under the stars. After you're finished skating, show your Rink wristband at Cleveland Botanical Garden, Cleveland Museum of Art, Cleveland Museum of Natural History, and Western Reserve Historical Society to receive special discounted admission. For more information on the Rink and other special activities taking place in December, click here.
 
 
  Wade Oval Winter - Holiday CircleFest
Photo by Downie Photography
  Holiday CircleFest
Experience Cleveland's cultural treasures free of charge at the 20th Annual Holiday CircleFest on Sunday, December 8 from 1:00-7:00 p.m. Twenty museums, churches, schools, and nonprofit organizations will open their doors for one amazing day of activities, music, shopping, and holiday treats. For more information, click here.
 
 
   
 
 
 
news

 
  Happy Dog at The Euclid Tavern   Happy Dog at The Euclid Tavern

The dining scene in University Circle is about to get even more exciting. The owners of the Happy Dog have announced they are working to open a second location in the historic Euclid Tavern in University Circle. The announcement was made during UCI's Annual Meeting. Renovations on The Euclid Tavern are supposed to begin soon, with an anticipated opening in spring 2014. More information is coming soon!

 
 
  Donate a Toy to Toys for Tots   Donate a Toy to Toys for Tots

Help make a child's holiday special by joining UCI in support of Toys for Tots. Our goal is to collect 125 new, unwrapped toys that will go to children in our area. Monetary donations are gratefully accepted, and checks can be made out to Marines Toys for Tots Foundation. Donations will be accepted until Wednesday, December 18. For more information, click here.

 
 
 
 
around the circle

 
  Cleveland Museum of Natural History - Ice Age 2013   Cleveland Museum of Natural History

Ice Age 2013
Through Sunday, January 5, 2014
Times vary ($)

As the temperature drops, the cool fun begins! Experience a winter event of prehistoric proportions. Featuring ice sculpting demonstrations, live animal shows, snow sled demonstrations, winter activities, crafts and a special kids-only holiday shop. For more information, click here.
 
 
  Cleveland Botanical Garden - Glow   Cleveland Botanical Garden

Glow
Through Sunday, January 5, 2014
Times vary ($)

Decorate your own gingerbread house for home, ride the Garden Express, hear holiday classics performed live, and marvel at the whimsical gingerbread house display and fancifully decorated trees glistening among thousands of lights. For more information,
click here.
 
 
  Cleveland Museum of Art - 2013 Holiday Film Festival - Gene Kelly 101   Cleveland Museum of Art

2013 Holiday Film Festival - Gene Kelly 101
Thursday, December 26-Tuesday, December 31
Times vary ($)

Enjoy five essential musicals by the legendary dancer, choreographer, and director born in Pittsburgh 101 years ago. Films include: Cover Girl; On the Town; An American in Paris; Singin' in the Rain; Invitation to the Dance. For more information, click here.
 
 
  Maltz Museum of Jewish Heritage - Chinese Food and a Movie Day   Maltz Museum of Jewish Heritage

Chinese Food and a Movie Day
Wednesday, December 25
11:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. ($)

Come to the Maltz Museum for an afternoon of fun, films, and a kosher Chinese buffet. Films include The Prince of Egypt and When Comedy Went to School. For more information, click here.
 
 
 
 
free events

 
  Cleveland Institute of Art - Richard Anuszkiewicz: Recent Work
"Mardi Gras" by Richard Anuszkiewicz
  Cleveland Institute of Art

Richard Anuszkiewicz: Recent Work
Through Saturday, December 14
Times vary (Reinberger Galleries) (FREE)

Anuszkiewicz is presented as part of CIA's 2013 Fall Exhibition, which also includes solo shows of paintings by Suzanne Treister and Arpita Singh, and a dreamlike film by James Nares. All four of these collections appeared in New York galleries in the past year. For more information, click here.
 
 
  University Place Townhomes - Open Houses   University Place Townhomes

Open Houses
Tuesday, December 3 and Sunday, December 8
Times vary (1621 E. 118th Street) (FREE)

Don't miss the opportunity to preview and buy the only new for-sale development in University Circle, University Place Townhomes! For more information, click here.
 
 
  Cleveland Public Library, Martin Luther King, Jr. Branch - Making Tunes: Virtual Rock Band   Cleveland Public Library, Martin Luther King, Jr. Branch

Making Tunes: Virtual Rock Band
Saturday, December 14
4:00 p.m. (FREE)

Have you ever wanted to create your own songs and vocal recordings, or play a variety of virtual instruments? Join TechCentral for this digital jam-session and learn how to use Apple's GarageBand to create your own sounds and melodies. For more information,
click here.
 
 
 
 
kids' corner

 
  Cleveland Botanical Garden - Breakfast with Santa   Cleveland Botanical Garden

Breakfast with Santa
Saturday, December 7 and Sunday, December 8
Times vary ($)

Don't miss your chance to dine with the big guy at our popular Breakfast with Santa! Everyone's favorite elf is taking some time out of his busy schedule to visit the Garden and hear the holiday wishes of Clevelanders young and old. For more information, click here.
 
 
  The Children's Museum of Cleveland - Bob the Builder Day   The Children's Museum of Cleveland

Bob the Builder Day
Saturday, December 7
11:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. ($)

Gear up for the opening of the annual sand exhibit SANDstruction with our friend, Bob the Builder! Bob will appear every hour for photo ops and to lead families in building competitions. For more information, click here.
 
 
  The Cleveland Orchestra - Christmas Brass Quintet   The Cleveland Orchestra

Christmas Brass Quintet
Friday, December 13 and Saturday, December 14
Times vary ($)

Energetic host Maryann Nagel will get children singing, clapping, and moving to the music! Cleveland Orchestra musicians and guests perform short solo selections and kid-friendly tunes, while introducing their instruments and celebrating the music of the season. For more information, click here.
 
 
 
 
specials

 
  Chutney Rolls - December Specials & Events   Chutney Rolls

December Specials & Events
Throughout the month of December, enjoy the art of Aravindhan Natarajan. On Wednesday, December 11 from 5:30-9:30 p.m., Chutney Rolls transforms into Chaat Night: A classic Mumbai street fair. Be sure to stop by and try classic Indian street food. For more information, click here.
 
 
  Washington Place Bistro & Inn - December Specials & Events   Washington Place Bistro & Inn

December Specials & Events
This December, purchase $100 in gift cards for use at a future date, and receive a $20 gift certificate for yourself! On Tuesday, December 10 at 6:30 p.m., don't miss with Winter Beer Dinner, featuring six courses with beer pairings. For more information, click here.
 
 
  Montlack Realty - December Promotion   Montlack Realty

December Promotion
Sign a new lease this December at the Liberty-Fairchild apartments, and receive $100 off the first month's rent. For more information,
click here.
 
 
  Glidden House Hotel - Special Holiday Rate   Glidden House Hotel

Special Holiday Rate
The Glidden House Hotel is pleased to offer a special holiday rate of $109 to anyone attending a holiday party in University Circle. For more information, click here.
 
 
 
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