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Youth Challenge “Gallery Gala” is a Hit at 78th St. Studios

  The Youth Challenge Gallery Gala Annual Benefit and Auction was held on Saturday, April 18 amidst the festive and unique environs of 78th St. Studios in Cleveland. Over 350 generous guests enjoyed the unique venue that resulted in a night of essential fundraising with this one-of-a-kind organization headquartered in Westlake. Youth Challenge benefits children age 4-18 with various physical ... Read More »

Yuri’s Night Celebrates Cleveland’s Great Lakes Science Center

Yuri’s Night at the Great Lakes Science Center in downtown Cleveland Saturday evening was like no party on earth April 11. A thousand guests dressed in all manner of science fact and fiction garb, commemorating the flight of Russian cosmonaut Yuri Gargarin, the first man in space. “This is a great way to combine fun with science,” said GLSC President ... Read More »

The Belvedere Boyz ‘Fight for Their Right to Party’

Belvedere Residents Create Parody of Beastie Boys Hit Music Video Featuring Residents of The Belvedere of Westlake at 1.9 Million ‘YouTube’ Views and Counting A lighthearted music video featuring 90-something-year-olds doing a parody of  the iconic Beastie Boys hit song, “(You Gotta) Fight for Your Right (to Party),” has been viewed nearly 2 million times since it was posted to YouTube ... Read More »

Drinks 4 Do-Gooders: Go Out, Have a Drink and Do Some Good

The mission statement of one of the west side’s newer philanthropic groups, Drinks 4 Do-Gooders, is simple: “To do good within the local community, have fun, network, and most importantly provide financial and advertising assistance to smaller, local nonprofits and charitable organizations. Doing good in the community doesn’t have to be hard, it can be as easy as going to ... Read More »

Caring for Young Animals This Spring: Advice from the Lake Erie Nature & Science Center

It’s that time of year when bunnies are just venturing out into the grass. Small birds are learning how to leave the nest. And newborn deer are stretching those long legs. It’s also a time of year when the phone at Lake Erie Nature & Science Center rings almost constantly. Most often in the wild, these animals are born and ... Read More »

University Hospitals Rainbow Babies & Children’s Hospital Expands Pediatric Services at St. John Medical Center

Westside families now have close-to-home access to University Hospitals Rainbow Babies & Children’s Hospital (UH Rainbow) at St. John Medical Center in Westlake. Open April 1, Rainbow pediatric services at St. John Medical Center feature a child and family-friendly inpatient unit, diagnostic procedures for babies and children, and 24/7 pediatric emergency services. “We are excited to bring the advanced, family-centered ... Read More »

Perfect Power Wash: The Perfect Choice for Your Home’s Pressure Washing Needs

Spring is here. It’s time to get outside and spruce up the yard and lawn. But who will help you take care of your most valuable possession – namely, your home? Dingy siding, black-streaked roofs, and clogged gutters all shorten your home’s lifespan. “Dirt, debris and other harmful contaminants are literally attacking your home and the areas around it all ... Read More »

Community West Foundation SocksPlus Initiative is Huge Success at 78th St. Studios

Hundreds of guests were inspired to make a difference as Cleveland artists and performers shared their talents on Friday, March 20, at 78th Street Studios in support of Community West Foundation’s SocksPlus initiative. The SocksPlus effort uniquely targets support for Cleveland’s homeless through donations of the basic necessities of life. The exciting and inspiring event was a huge success. It ... Read More »

Slider – ing Into Spring!

There was a big turnout at The Gardens at Westlake Monday afternoon as the senior living community hosted an Indians kick-off party featuring a meet and greet with Tribe mascot Slider. Hot dogs, nachos, hot pretzels and beverages set the stage for the opening of the 2015 Major League Baseball season. Plain Dealer columnist Bill Livingston was also on hand ... Read More »