Adults

Evelyn Nesbit was the first “It Girl,” the inspiration for the Gibson Girl, and she was the center of attention for two prominent New York City businessmen. Their obsessions with her beauty would lead to murder. This is a sordid story of lust, power, and jealousy that culminated in the 1907 “Trial of the Century.”  

March 2nd, 6:30pm

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What defines opera? This talk is an overview of this art form with listening samples spanning opera’s 400-year history. Attendees are introduced to some of opera’s most beloved stories and melodies as well as to some of history’s greatest singers. By the time you leave, you will feel confident in attending your first operatic experience.

Thursday, Feb. 4th at 6:30pm

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Felicia Timas from His Daughter in Middlefield will teach you how to create easy soothing and uplifting items-like bath salts, etc.-to beat winter blues with ingredients you can find at home.

January 26th, 6:30pm

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Enjoy a true Victorian holiday season and explore the ghosts and folklore that shaped 19th Century holidays in Cleveland. Whether you view them as creepy superstitions or tales with hidden wisdom, these stories are made to entertain and will leave you looking at holiday traditions in a whole new way. By Western Reserve Historical Society

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Come see and smell the delightful Gingerbread house creations by our amazing community! 

We are excited to annouce we will be holding our annual gingerbread house contest and display this year. Drop off your gingerbread houses for our annual event on Monday, Nov. 23 by 5pm, OR on Tuesday, Nov. 24 by 8pm. The final drop-off day is Nov. 24 by 8pm. 

This is the final day to drop off your gingerbread houses for our annual gingerbread contest event.

Self-care in a time of transition and change due to social distancing. Discuss what self-care means to us, assess our own self-care, and share our tactics and resources with each other. Brought to you by the Cleveland Rape Crisis Center. Virtual program via Zoom. Register to receive zoom link. 

Do you have a banjo but would appreciate some tips on how to get started with different techniques? Mr. Jesse has been a banjo player for seven years and would be happy to share his knowledge with you. He will highlight the claw-hammer technique, basic finger-picking and how he learned this versatile instrument. No banjo required but registration is required.