PRIDELY - Northeast Ohio Vol 2

Renovations

to increase home value

Personalization: We all want to make our home unique to our own character. However, when it comes time to sell, buyers want to envision themselves in the home, which can be difficult if the entire home is personalized to you. Avoid any personalization that is difficult to undo and stick to a nice universal outlook that speaks to everyone.

Landscaping: Just like with personalizing, it’s best to keep it simple. Some home buyers may love how elaborate your landscaping may look, but most of the time they’re considering the cost of upkeep or the difficulty of maintaining that look. A clean lawn with curb appeal is the best first impression to give to potential buyers.

Closet Space: Some of us are minimalist and can do with a larger room by sacrificing closet space, but most potential buyers value the importance of storage. Remember, buyers want to see themselves living in the home, and a lack of closet space might send them looking elsewhere.

Bold Paint: Freshly painted rooms are a great way to brighten up your home. There’s nothing wrong with bringing a little color into your home but keep in mind that buyers may not favor the same colors you do. Stick to keeping the colors subtle with small accents and focus more on neutral tones to appeal to potential buyers.

Trendy Designs: Barn doors and patterned tiles may look great to some buyers, but avoid trendy designs that might be outdated when you decide to sell. No matter how tempting the latest home design trend may be, the classic look is always the safest bet.

DIY Projects: Projects that you build yourself are great, but only when they’re done professionally. This is important to potential buyers so make sure if you’re going to do your own home project, that you do it exceptionally well. This also applies to repairs, quick cover ups will only get you so far. These sort of projects can either increase or decrease the value of your home so make sure you know what you’re doing before proceeding.

Long-Term Necessities: When it comes to renovations, keep in mind that not every buyer needs a built in office desk, or a workshop, or anything that may seem like a great idea to you. Tread carefully when adding permanent fixtures, not all buyers have the same vision as you when it comes to changes made. Make sure your room structures allow the flexibility for potential buyers to make their own changes.

Restaurants

Blue Point Grille

Bustling institution serving upscale seafood in an elegant, multilevel setting with skyline views.

700 W St Clair Ave, Cleveland, OH 44113

Phone: (216) 875-7827 | Web: bluepointgrille.com

L’Albatros

Upscale, contemporary French destination with patio seating, cheese courses & wine.

11401 Bellflower Rd, Cleveland, OH 44106

Phone: (216) 791-7880 | Web: albatrosbrasserie.com

Fat Cats

Funky hangout serving global small & large plates plus weekend brunch in a converted house.

2061 W 10th St, Cleveland, OH 44113

Phone: (216) 579-0200 | Web: fatcatstremont.com

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Taza

Ritzy restaurant plating traditional Lebanese entrees, some made in a stone oven.

1400 W 6th St, Cleveland, OH

Cleveland Chop

Elevated steakhouse & sports bar serving handcrafted burgers, steaks & seafood in lively setting.

824 W St Clair Ave,

Cleveland, OH

Mia Bella

Italian fare & some Mediterranean dishes are presented in a quaint, muraled space & full bar.

12200 Mayfield Rd, Cleveland, OH

Fahrenheit

Hot spot offering New American fare with an Asian bent, backed by a long wine list.

2417 Professor Ave, Cleveland, OH

Il Venetian

Classic Italian fare & drinks in an elevated dining room with high ceilings & natural light.

100 St Clair Ave NE, Cleveland, OH

Lucky’s Café

Hip daytime eatery & bakery with a local, seasonal menu of creative New American dishes.

777 Starkweather Ave, Cleveland, OH

Dante

Modern, Mediterranean-tinged New American dining & latenight noodles.

2247 Professor Ave C, Cleveland, OH

Ginko Restaurant

Modern spot for specialty sushi & shabu-shabu, cocktails & beer.

2247 Professor Ave B, Cleveland, OH

Prosperity Social Club

A vintage games room, craft beers & inventive bites in a buzzing, old-school bar with a patio.

1109 Starkweather Ave, Cleveland, OH

Grumpy’s Cafe

This casual cafe serves up a menu of American comfort food in a colorful, art-adorned space.

2621 W 14th St, Cleveland, OH

MAY 20

Cleveland Asian Festival

Free cultural performances and martial art demonstrations on two outdoor stages, a World Marketplace of exhibitors, local restaurants, and cultural associations offering authentic Asian foods, drinks, and desserts. Free activities, Free games, and contests! Visit clevelandasianfestival.org.

May 20

Native Plant Festival

Come to Munroe Falls Metro Park to discover native plants and more! Learn how to create a “Wild Back Yard” that is both beautiful and beneficial to local wildlife. Food trucks and education sessions will be available during the event. Details at summitmetroparks.org.

May 27-28

Rock n Reggae Fest Cleveland

Reggae Fest Cleveland is now the Rock n Reggae Fest and is here to start off summer with the most irie music fest in the CLE! This year we are adding a day and bringing in more artists. Saturday will be more of the rock reggae style. High energy and lots of dancing with that reggae influence. Then Sunday will be our roots reggae, more traditional reggae music. With 10 top notch reggae bands, a variety of food trucks, craft beer, wine and more, you can’t go wrong with a weekend at Rock n Reggae Fest! No outside food or beverage. Chairs and blankets are welcome. Details at tastecle.com.

JUN 3

Pride in the CLE

After a momentous return to an in-person march and festival in 2022, we continue our efforts to ensure Northeast Ohio is afforded a Pride event that not only celebrates our LGBTQ+ community, but also advocates for the equitable and just treatment for ALL in our community as well. Learn more at lgbtcleveland.org.

JUL 8

Wonderstruck

In addition to a weekend of great music in a beautiful setting, careful attention is given to the culinary and family aspects of the event. The festival formerly known as LaureLive provides first-class culinary and artisan experiences, as well as children’s activities and educational events appropriate for the entire family. Learn more at wonderstruckfest.com.

Jun 24

PorchFest

Featuring local bands that represent a wide variety of music styles- drawing a wide spectrum of fans to the area for this one day music festival. The day includes thirty bands on thirty porches. Each concert lasts approximately 35 minutes with ten minute breaks to rotate to your next venue. There will be two finale concerts on 126th which will be closed to through traffic. Starting at 8:00pm, performances will take place at participating restaurants until 10:00PM. Pick a time, or stay all day, we guarantee it’ll be fun! Details at larchmere.com.

AUG 4

Vintage Ohio Wine Festival

Colorful tents, rolling hills, picnic tables, and groves of tall oaks provide a tranquil setting for the Vintage Ohio Wine Festival, the premier food and wine event of the year. There is also plenty of scrumptious food, cooking school demonstrations, 2 stages of live music entertainment, artisans, and shopping. Learn more at visitvintageohio.com.

Aug 19

Whiskey Island Paddlefest

Challenge yourself with a 2-mile, 6-mile, youth, or kids’ stand up paddleboard or kayak race during the 9th annual Whiskey Island Paddlefest, or enjoy a paddle at your own pace during the Capture the Swag Fun Paddle! Whiskey Island Paddlefest is perfect for both beginners and advanced paddlers. Visit www.clevelandmetroparks.com.

Aug 19-20

Food Festival

Traditional Lebanese music, popular American music, along with performances by our teen folk dance groups provide for a unique event that showcases a wide range of talents and entertainment styles. Traditional Lebanese and Syrian family recipes are prepared by our own parishioners and served with the hospitality that is a trademark of our community. Learn more at www.stmaronfestival.com.

SEP 1

Cleveland Oktoberfest

Join us and enjoy live musical and artistic cultural performances that preserve, promote and perpetuate the European Heritage within the Cleveland area. Learn more at clevelandoktoberfest.com.

Sep 1 - Nov 30

Annual Fall Hiking Spree

Fall in love with the annual Fall Hiking Spree! September 1 through November 30, hike eight Summit Metro Parks trails to earn a hiking staff and commemorative shield. Make the Fall Hiking Spree your favorite new tradition. Details at summitmetroparks.org.

OCT 2

Cleveland Beer Week

Unlike other one-day or weekend beer fests, Cleveland Beer Week allows the time for all craft beer to be showcased – from our beloved local breweries all the way to international brewers. CBW weaves together beer, food, education, and experience for a memorable week of events. Learn more at clevelandbeerweek.org.

NOV 3

32nd Annual Gala

Gala is held every year in November as part of National Epilepsy Awareness month. The formal evening has hundreds of people in attendance. Attendees continued on back inside cover

With lodging, food and entertainment all included in one price, choosing to do a vacation on a cruise gives great value. Traveling on the sea can be extremely fun, but it is important to choose the correct cruise line. If you’re going to spend a lot of your vacation time on a cruise ship, it may as well be one of luxury. Thankfully, there’s many luxury cruise lines ready to cater to your every

whim while ferrying you to and from some of the world’s most mesmerizing destinations in plush comfort. Some offer exotic voyages to faraway destinations, while others attract travelers with comfortable cabins and stimulating enrichment programs. Use this guide as a starting point to find out which luxury cruise fits best for your next vacation.

We made a list that factors in itinerary affordability, health ratings, and reputation among experts and travelers.

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EATING THE PSYCHOLOGY

Control weight gain and compulsive eating behaviors by making better choices about the food that you eat.

Control weight gain and compulsive eating behaviors by making better choices about the food that you eat.

ConsumptionSome of us more than others realize that what we eat can effect how we feel such as eating too little or too much. We should be able to enjoy what we eat but also feel better when we do.

Eating healthy is a challenging task that many of us

strive to achieve but often fall short.

InfluencesCultural, social, family, and economical factors may be a direct influence linked to our food and eating behaviors. However, a more serious influence such as stress, boredom and anxiety can play a larger role as many of us eat as a coping mechanism. Although it can

sometimes help bring relief and ease feelings, it often leads to regret and build more negativity. Avoiding the problem with food will often create another problem with self-image when suffering from weight gain or other negative affects caused by unhealthy eating.

Weight ManagementHere are tips to help you manage your weight.

For starters, never skip a meal. By skipping a meal, you’re allowing yourself to become

hungry later which can result in reckless binge eating. Be sure to plan your meals ahead of time and limit night time snacking. This will allow you to always be one step ahead

of your weight by creating a routine. If you’re getting a craving between meals, try to exercise or find another way to distract yourself from food.

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Eating Diary - This is a great tool to keep track of your eating habits. Record what food you eat and when you eat it. Also take note of how you feel after eating and if you were doing anything while eating such as using your phone or watching TV.

By recording your habits, you will be able to pinpoint which foods and activities to avoid. The diary can also assist you when you’re working with a dietitian to help you make the best decisions.

LGBT COMMUNITY CENTER OF GREATER CLEVELAND

As one of the nation’s oldest LGBTQ+ community centers and among the most prominent organizations in the state, we offer high-quality programming, services, and events to meet your personal and professional needs. Phone: 216.651.5428 | Web: lgbtcleveland.org

CLEVELAND PRIDE

Pride in the CLE™ March adheres to the grass roots ideals of early Pride celebrations that sprung forth following the Stonewall Inn uprisings in 1969. With this in mind we aim to lift up the voices of our community and advocate for social justice by way of a march through our beloved city streets. Phone: 216.226.0004 | Web: Facebook.com/prideincle

PFLAG CLEVELAND

We, the parents, families and friends of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender persons, celebrate diversity and envision a society that embraces everyone, including those of diverse sexual orientations and gender identities. Phone: 216.556.1701 | Web: pflagcleveland.org

EQUALITY OHIO

Equality Ohio is Ohio’s statewide LGBTQ+ advocacy and legal aid organization. We have 5 departments working to achieve lived and legal equality in Ohio. Phone: 614.224.0400 | Web: equalityohio.org

METROHEALTH PRIDE CLINIC

The Pride Network’s primary care providers are committed to creating a respectful and accepting space for LGBTQI+ patients to receive their care. They understand the LGBTQI+ coa|mmunity’s journey, culture and language and the stress they face daily. Pride Network providers are comfortable with families that have LGBTQI+ parents. Phone: 216.957.4905 | Web: metrohealth.org/pride-clinic

TRANSFAMILY OF CLEVELAND

TransFamily is a transgender support group in the Cleveland, Ohio area. Phone: 216.691.HELP | Web: www.facebook.com/TransFamilyCleveland

EVENTS

are treated to cocktails, gourmet dinner, silent and live auction, fund-aneed, and live music and dancing. Learn more at allevents.in.

DEC 9

Jingle Mingle Craft & Vendor Show

Mark your calendars and set those reminder alarms because you do not want to miss our 9th Annual Jingle Mingle Craft & Vendor Show. We will have 70+ small business owners under one roof. Come in from 9am to 2pm and find some goodies for you and everyone on those holiday lists. Admission is free for customers. Learn more at hometownvendors.org.

JAN 2024 TBD

Cleveland Pierogi Week

Cleveland Pierogi Week is seven days of paying homage to everyone’s favorite Polish dumplings. Each participating restaurant will bake up their own spin on the pierogi - from signature pierogi to secret menu specialties and more. Learn more at pierogiweekcleveland.com.

FEB 2024 TBD

Cleveland Beerfest

Bring your friends and sample more than 150 local and craft brews, as well as new craft wineries and distilleries! Live music, games, dancing, delicious food and more! Learn more at clevelandbeerfest.com.

MAR 17 2024

St. Patrick’s Day Parade

The St. Patrick’s Day Parade is the largest, single day event in the City of Cleveland. Hundreds of thousands of spectators are anticipated downtown to watch the Parade. Visit official event page online at stpatricksdaycleveland.com to learn more.