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April 2014

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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

 
  Cleveland Botanical Garden - Big Spring   Cleveland Botanical Garden

Big Spring
Through Sunday, April 27
Times Vary ($)

Imagine a curious world where kids can crawl, run, play, and discover in an enchanting garden that towers above them and surrounds them with wonderful, vibrant color. This world of floral and whimsical fantasy exists at Cleveland Botanical Garden - where Big Spring returns for its second year. For more information, click here.
 
 
 
 
news

 
  March of Dimes - March for Babies
Photo Courtesy of March of Dimes
  March of Dimes - March for Babies

When you walk in March for Babies, you give hope to nearly half a million babies born too soon each year. The money you raise supports programs in our community that help moms have healthy, full-term pregnancies. Cleveland's March for Babies will take place on Sunday, April 27 at 10:00 a.m. on Wade Oval in University Circle. For more information and to sign up to participate, click here.
 
 
  Save-the-Date: 4th Annual Circle Challenge - The Wade Oval Walk Against Hunger
Photo by Downie Photography
  Save-the-Date: 4th Annual Circle Challenge - The Wade Oval Walk Against Hunger

Join UCI and the Harvest for Hunger Campaign on Friday, May 9 from 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. and help put an end to hunger in northeast Ohio by participating in the 4th Annual Circle Challenge - The Wade Oval Walk Against Hunger. For more information, click here.
 
 
  City Living Thrives Beyond Downtown Cleveland   City Living Thrives Beyond Downtown Cleveland

The youthful and professional migration into the city of Cleveland continues to delight city planners, where U.S. Census data indicates downtown housing availability increased by 48% in recent years, with nearly 100% occupancy rates. Now University Circle east of downtown is experiencing explosive growth as well, with innovative and contemporary rental options for college students, medical professionals, and educators fueling the boom. To read the complete press release, click here.
 
 
 
 
around the circle

 
  The Free Medical Clinic of Greater Cleveland - 2014 Rock & Reggae Festival
  The Free Medical Clinic of Greater Cleveland

2014 Rock & Reggae Festival
Friday, April 11
7:00 p.m. (Beachland Ballroom & Tavern) ($)

The event, in its 6th year, will feature an evening of great entertainment and food. Carlos Jones & The PLUS Band will be the headliner of the evening, with proceeds benefitting The Free Clinic. For more information, click here.
 
 
  Western Reserve Historical Society - Antiques Appraisal Day with Wes Cowan   Western Reserve Historical Society

Antiques Appraisal Day with Wes Cowan
Saturday, April 26
10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. ($)

From Bakelite jewelry to dusty bikes or political posters, every day, regular people are discovering value in something they found around the house. As experts in American antiques and collectibles, the Ohio-based team of appraisers from Cowan's Auctions will be on-site to evaluate items. For more information, click here.
 
 
  United Cerebral Palsy of Greater Cleveland - Save-the-Date: Race to Empower 5K and One Mile Fun Run   United Cerebral Palsy of Greater Cleveland

Save-the-Date: Race to Empower 5K and One Mile Fun Run
Sunday, May 4
9:00 a.m. ($)

UCP of Greater Cleveland is proud to announce the second annual Race to Empower 5k and One Mile Fun Run! The Cleveland-based nonprofit organization is committed to empowering individuals with developmental disabilities by providing tools and resources that showcase what they CAN do. For more information, click here.
 
 
 
 
free events

 
  Circle Neighbors - The Creative Economy: Arts-Enriched Innovations from the Circle   Circle Neighbors

The Creative Economy: Arts-Enriched Innovations from the Circle
Wednesday, April 16
6:00 p.m. (The Cleveland Museum of Art) (FREE)

Discover how arts-enriched education from Circle institutions is translating innovative ideas into products that are shaping the local and national, if not global economy. For more information, click here.
 
 
  Cleveland Institute of Art - Spring Design Show/2014 Runway Show   Cleveland Institute of Art

Spring Design Show/2014 Runway Show
Tuesday, April 22-Friday, April 25
Times vary (Locations Vary) (FREE)

See what innovation looks like in an exhibition of student design work. Experience a new take on fashion at CIA's annual Runway Show. For more information, click here.
 
 
 
 
kids' corner

 
  Children's Museum of Cleveland - 4th Annual Royal Ball   Children's Museum of Cleveland

4th Annual Royal Ball
Saturday, April 5
5:30-8:30 p.m. ($)

Dress as your favorite prince or princess for this medieval style dinner and party. Your little heir will enjoy free play in the museum as well as opportunities to make bejeweled Bracelets and mini treasure boxes. For more information, click here.
 
 
  American Heart Association - Kids Day at the Q and Cavs Game   American Heart Association

Kids Day at the Q and Cavs Game
Saturday, April 5
3:00 p.m. (Quicken Loans Arena) ($)

Enjoy kid's activities and a Cavs game against the Charlotte Bobcats. Activities include Hands Only CPR instruction, interactive heart-health activities, Cavs activity booths, giveaways, and more. For more information, click here.
 
 
 
 
specials

 
  Washington Place Bistro & Inn - Spring Has Sprung Beer Dinner   Washington Place Bistro & Inn

Spring Has Sprung Beer Dinner
Join Washington Place Bistro & Inn on Thursday, April 17 at 6:30 p.m. for previews of their new spring menu with seasonal beers. For more information, click here.
 
 
  Chutney Rolls - April Special Events   Chutney Rolls

April Special Events
Stop by the restaurant on Wednesday, April 23 from 5:30-9:30 p.m. for Chaat: A Classic Mumbai street fair. Listen to some of the area's best musical talent on Wednesday, April 30 from 7:00-9:00 p.m. at Open Mic Night. For more information, click here.
 
 
  University Place Townhomes - Open Houses   University Place Townhomes

Open Houses
Stop by the sales office on Sunday, April 6 and Tuesday, April 8 to preview and buy the only new, for-sale development in University Circle. For more information, click here.
 
 
  Montlack Realty - April Leasing Special   Montlack Realty

April Leasing Special
Enjoy $100 off the first month's rent at the Liberty Fairchild or Fairhill Towers Apartment buildings. For more information, click here.
 
 
 
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