February 2015 find more at universitycircle.org

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     Photo by Downie Photography   Wade Oval Winter February Events at The Rink at Wade Oval Some of The Rink's most popular events are coming your way this February! Learn to skate for free each Saturday afternoon, watch a figure skating performance on February 7, bring your sweetheart to the Valentine's Day "Pink the Rink" on February 14, enjoy special open skate hours on Presidents' Day (February 16), and catch a screening of Frozen Sing-Along on February 21. Admission is $2 and skate rentals are $3. For more information, click here.         news       UCI Mourns the Passing of Jamie Ireland University Circle Inc. joins Northeast Ohioans in mourning the loss of visionary community leader James D. Ireland III. For two decades, Jamie Ireland served as a member of UCI's Board of Directors where he led the organization as Chairman for seven years. He was a kind, generous man who cared very deeply for University Circle. His energy, creativity, and intellect were one-of-a-kind. He will be sincerely missed. Click here to read more.         Monthly Parking Permits Are you looking for affordable, monthly parking in University Circle? UCI is now selling monthly permits in two of its parking lots. Lot 36 is located near the intersection of Euclid Avenue and Stokes Boulevard. The Tavern lot is located at the corner of Euclid Avenue and E. 117th Street. For more information, including rates, please call 216-707-5039 or email ceverett@universitycircle.org.         Zipcar - For Business, For Students, For the Community Have you heard about Zipcar, University Circle's new car sharing service? It allows local businesses, college students ages 18 and older, and members of the community ages 21 and over, access to convenient transportation at an affordable rate 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Zipcars are available on demand and can be easily reserved by the hour or by the day with rates starting as low as $7.50 per hour and $69 per day. Gas, insurance, and up to 180 miles of driving per day are included in Zipcar rates. University Circle organizations interested in learning more about setting up a business account can call Hannah Faires at 216-707-5084. For more information, click here.         around the circle       Cleveland Botanical Garden Garden of Good & Evil Benefit Friday, February 6 7:00 p.m. - Midnight ($) The Garden of Good and Evil will tempt you to give in to your darker side as you enjoy an unforgettable evening of decadent cocktails, delectable food, pulsing beats, luxury auction package and more. For more information, click here.         Ronald McDonald House of Cleveland 13th Annual Tackle the Tower Stair Climb Saturday, February 7 9:00 a.m. (Galleria & Tower at Erieview) ($) The 13th Annual Tackle the Tower Stair Climb benefits the families of the Ronald McDonald House of Cleveland. Participants can walk or race up 37 flights of stairs at the Galleria & Tower at Erieview. For more information, click here.         Cleveland Museum of Natural History Rare: Portraits of America's Endangered Species Saturday, February 7 - Sunday, June 7 Times Vary ($) This exhibition spotlights 60 species, including well-known endangered species like Bald Eagles and sea turtles, and showcases more unfamiliar species in danger of extinction. For more information, click here.         free events       Cleveland Hearing & Speech Center American Sign Language Practice Session Friday, February 13 6:00-8:00 p.m. (Community Center for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing) (FREE) A free, open session for those who would like to brush up on their skills. Also a good opportunity to visit the Center and gather information on ASL classes and many other programs and services. For more information, click here.         Cleveland Institute of Art 69th Annual Student Independent Exhibition Friday, February 13-Saturday, March 14 Times vary (Reinberger Galleries) (FREE) Organized entirely by students, who choose the jurors and mount the exhibition, SIE offers fresh, and sometimes surprising approaches to contemporary art. For more information, click here.         Maltz Museum of Jewish Heritage Friends of the Maltz Museum – Presidents' Day Monday, February 16 11:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. (FREE) Tour the galleries and snap selfies with past Presidents like George Washington, Abraham Lincoln, Theodore Roosevelt, Franklin Delano Roosevelt, and Harry Truman in the Museum lobby. For more information, click here.         kids' corner       The Music Settlement Register for Summer Camps Ongoing Times vary ($) Interested in private lessons? Group lessons? Choirs? Orchestra experience? We have all that and more, housed in the most beautiful place to learn music in Cleveland. Save 10% if you enroll before April 1. For more information, click here.         The Cleveland Museum of Art Family Game Night Friday, February 20 5:30-8:00 p.m. ($) Travel around the world without leaving the museum with unique games, scavenger hunts, puzzles and prizes! Enjoy great activities for you and your favorite 6-12 year olds. For more information, click here.         specials       Ninja City February Events at Ninja City Stop by the restaurant for fun events this February, including Fresh Friday, The TurnUp, 80's Night, and Deep Space Two. For more information, click here.         Magnolia Clubhouse Special Saturday Shopping Day at Bloomin' Stop by University Circle's fabulous resale shop & art gallery with household treasures, furniture, and decorative items at great prices. The special shopping day will take place Saturday, February 7, from 11:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. For more information, click here.         Montlack Realty February Leasing Specials Montlack Realty is offering $100 off the first month's rent at their Liberty Fairchild and Fairhill Towers apartments this February. For more information, click here.       Photo by Downie Photography   University Place Townhomes February Open Houses Stop by University Place Townhomes on Sundays this February, and learn how you can call University Circle your home. Open Houses run from 2:00-4:00 p.m. For more information, click here.