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Teatro Kids
10:30 AM - Noon
Julia de Burgos Cultural Arts Center
2800 Archwood Avenue

Calling all aspiring actors and storytellers ages 7 to 12 years old! Teatro Kids: a free series of fun interactive workshops to introduce kids to theater. Kids will explore theater in a new way by engaging in acting, script reading, creative movement, theater (especially theater in Latin America), making Cabezudo masks, Bomba music and dance, and the process of turning a book into a script for a play. Perfect for kids (ages 7 to 12) eager to unleash their imagination and express themselves! Takes place at both Julia de Burgos Cultural Arts Center (JDBCAC) & Cleveland Public Library's Brooklyn Branch (CPL Brooklyn Branch).

WHEN: Saturdays, March 2 - April 27 from 10:30 am to 12:00 PM. WHERE: JDBCAC at 2800 Archwood Avenue & CPL Brooklyn Branch at 3706 Pearl Road. Registration is open until class is full.

Teatro Kids

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CIFF Black Cinema Preview
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Karamu House
2355 E 89th St

Leading up to this year's Festival, Cleveland International Film Festival is hosting three Cinemas Preview events giving film enthusiasts a sneak peek at some of the films that will be on screen at CIFF48. Each event will feature previews of select trailers of films in this year's lineup, as well as complimentary film vouchers, Film Guides, and light snacks.

Sponsored by: Equius In partnership with: Karamu House, Greater Cleveland Urban Film Festival, and Fairfax Renaissance Development CorporationReservations are required:

Cleveland International Film Festival

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Vietnamese Cinderella Story
4 PM
Lakewood Public Library
15425 Detroit Avenue, Lakewood

A Vietnamese Cinderella Story and Craft: For Students in Kindergarten through Fifth Grade. Main Library Activity Room. Did you know that the story of Cinderella is told all over the world and each country tells it a little differently? Listen to the Cinderella story the way it is told to children in Vietnam and make a Cinderella craft to take home. Registration is required.

Tam and Cam

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India: The Emerging Geopolitical and Economic Power
5:30 PM
The Union Club
1211 Euclid Ave

CCWA Foreign Policy Forum. India: The Emerging Geopolitical and Economic Power - Prospects and Challenges featuring Dr. Ajay Chhibber, Distinguished Visiting Scholar, Institute for International Economic Policy, George Washington University, and Non-Resident Senior Fellow, South Asia Center, Atlantic Council. Join us for the Dr. Raj and Karen Aggarwal Forum on India for a discussion on the future of India as a global power.

As the global geopolitical order continues to evolve, India, soon to be the world's third largest economy, has emerged as a critical player on the world stage. Many questions surround what India's prominence means for the nation, the region, and the world. Western nations see India as a strategic partner well-positioned to contain the rise of China, and yet India is clearly shaping its own sense of its future. Among other ambitions, the Narendra Modi government, who referred to India with the Sanskrit name "Bharat" when hosting the G20 in September 2023, is aiming to make India an advanced economy by 2047 to mark 100 years of independence. With so much potential for internal economic growth, how does India want to project itself as a global power? Long hailed as the world's largest democracy, in what ways will India's domestic policies shape its geopolitical trajectory? Dr. Ajay Chhibber, a leading expert on Indian economic development, joins the Cleveland Council on World Affairs to tackle these complex questions and discuss why India is poised to reshape the world.

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CCWA India

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Passport Professionals
5:30 - 8 PM
Noble Beast Brewing Co.
1470 Lakeside Ave E.

You’re invited to attend our networking event for Cleveland Passport Professionals and ExPat Community! This is a wonderful opportunity to connect with fellow professionals, ExPats, and new Americans who are involved in various verticals, such as International Business, Shipping, Logistics, Mobility, Advocacy, and more here in Greater Cleveland. Meet new friends from all over the world, discover potential professional opportunities, and engage in knowledge sharing! What new perspectives will you gain from attending? Don’t miss out on this exciting event.As always, these informal meetups are great opportunities to connect with other professionals that are engaged in International Business. Free event.

Passport Professionals BACC


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CIFF Asian Cinema Preview
3 - 4:30 pm
Li Wah
2999 Payne Ave

Leading up to this year's Festival, Cleveland International Film Festival is hosting three Cinemas Preview events giving film enthusiasts a sneak peek at some of the films that will be on screen at CIFF48. Each event will feature previews of select trailers of films in this year's lineup, as well as complimentary film vouchers, Film Guides, and light snacks.

In partnership with: OCA Greater Cleveland Chapter, Li Wah, Cleveland Asian Festival, and MidTown Cleveland No reservations are required.

Cleveland International Film Festival

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Traditional Polish Easter Dinner
12:30 PM
Polish American Cultural Center
6501 Lansing

Polish Easter dinner


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15th Annual Iftar & Benefit Dinner
Doors open 4:15 PM
La Centre Conference & Banquet Facility

This year, we are honored to announce two distinguished speakers who will be with us to share their wisdom and insight. We are thrilled to welcome Linda Sarsour, a prominent political and social justice advocate. Additionally, we are privileged to host Imam Johari, a renowned motivational Islamic speaker whose uplifting messages have touched the hearts of many. Together, we will gather to celebrate the spirit of Ramadan and unite as one human family in a spirit of solidarity and compassion.

Iftar dinner


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LAOH Easter Egg Hunt
11 AM - 1 PM
The West Side Irish-American Club
8559 Jennings Rd, Olmsted Township

All Children Welcome - Free of Charge. Hosted By: Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernians Our Lady of the Rosary Division. For Info or to RSVP, Contact Mary Agnes Kennedy: maryagnes@mindspring.com

LAOH Easter Egg Hunt


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Vietnam at Lakewood Public Library

Lakewood Public Library
15425 Detroit Avenue Lakewood

Explore the Vietnamese diaspora and the experiences of Vietnamese refugees, and celebrate Vietnamese literature, poetry, film, faith traditions, art and culture. Our special programming runs through April 2024.

Vietnam Program-Special Exhibition - Les Bird: Vietnamese Refugee Photographs - Main Library Second Floor Gallery
After the fall of Saigon, millions of people fled Vietnam. Many did so by the only means available to them, the sea. During this time, Hong Kong Marine Police Commander Les Bird patrolled the South China Sea and witnessed first-hand the desperate struggles of those attempting to reach freedom. While some were successful, many others failed and were lost at sea. When circumstances permitted, Les Bird took photographs of the unfolding humanitarian crisis. A selection of these photographs are on display in the Main Library Second Floor Gallery. In an accompanying video, Bird explains the riveting story behind each photo.

Vietnam Program- Documentary - A Cloud Never Dies (2022) Produced by Plum Village - Continuous Screening

(27 minutes), Main Library First Floor Lobby A new biographical documentary of Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh narrated by actor Peter Coyote, this film weaves together original film and photographic archives, telling the story of a humble young Vietnamese monk and poet whose wisdom and compassion were forged in the suffering of war. In the face of violence, fear and discrimination, Thich Nhat Hanh's courageous path of engaged action reveals how insight, communtiy and a deep aspiration to serve the world can offer hope, peace and a way forward for millions.

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Vietnamese boat


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Dyngus Day
10 AM - 8 PM
Gordon Square (see below)

The street festival is back! While we're still a ticketed event, join us back in the streets on April 1 from 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. The Cleveland Dyngus Day will be celebrated over several blocks of Detroit Avenue, with entertainment on the Happy Dog Street Stage and at Gordon Green. Get ready to polka, party and eat as many Pierogi as you can handle in our Pierogi Eating Contest. We'll crown the next Miss Dyngus Day, and enjoy entertainment from the best of the best including DJ Kishka, The Chardon Polka Band, Don Wojtila and Fred Ziwich.

Ticket information: $12 – General Admission, Kids 12 and under are free. Tickets help us to make sure this event is a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone. We appreciate your support of this rain or shine event!

More Info and Register

Dyngus Day
Dyngus Day schedule


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16th Annual Stop the Hate Awards
6:30 PM
Cleveland Museum of Art
Gartner Auditorium

Meet the winning students and schools at the awards ceremony. Be inspired by young people of different cultures, backgrounds, and identities raising their voices to effect change in our communities. Free to attend, registration required. Complimentary Parking in the Cleveland Museum of Art Garage

More Info and Register

Stop the Hate


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Cleveland International Film Festival
Various
Playhouse Square.

IMPORTANT DATES : Program Announcement: Friday, March 8th at 11:00 AM ET
CIFF Members-only Ticket Sales: Friday, March 15th at 11:00 AM ET
Public Ticket Sales: Friday, March 22nd at 11:00 AM ET
Save the dates. More to come

CIFF


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Italian Conversation Class - Basic Level
6 - 7:15 PM
Italian American Museum of Cleveland
12111 Mayfield Rd.

If you want to learn to read Italian AND get a lot of practice holding basic converations, this six-class program is perfect for you! Participants will practice reading and conversing in Italian at the basic level under the guidance of Dr. Paola Basile, native of Rome and professor of Italian Studies at Lake Erie College.

COST: $110 for IAMCLE members / $125 for non-members. Members must call 216-417-6474 or email iamcleinfo@gmail.com to register at the member price. You may purchase a membership and register for these classes at the same time. *** The fee includes all six classes, handouts, and study guides. Participants will also enjoy complimentary appetizers and beverages during class breaks.

April 4, April 11, April 18, April 25, May 3, May 10

Parli Italiano


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Meet & Greet with Author Jo Piazza
2 - 4 PM
Italian American Museum of Cleveland
12111 Mayfield Rd.

Meet the author and hear a short talk about her latest book, "The Sicilian Inheritance." Free and open to the public. Reservations recommended. Please send an email to iamcleinfo@gmail.com or call 216-417-6474 to reserve your spot.

Sicilian Inheritance Book


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Cleveland French Cultural Garden Dedication
1 - 3 PM
Cleveland Museum of Art

Join French American Chamber of Commerce and the Cleveland Museum of Art for a special dedication and glimpse into Cleveland's emerging French Cultural Garden. Open to Members and Non-members.

More Information

French Cultural garden


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Solar Eclipse at Bohemian Hall
1 - 5 PM
Bohemian National Hall
4939 Broadway Ave.

There will be a lot of opportunities to experience this once-in-a-lifetime event.

See more on the Cleveland Solar Eclipse



Eclipse at Bohemian Hall


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Cleveland International Hall of Fame Inductions
6 PM
Windows on the River

CIHF

Save the Date for the induction of the 2024 Class. The 2024 Class consists of:

  • Dona Brady (Albanian)
  • Ambassador Edward Crawford (Irish)
  • Veronica Dahlberg (Mexican and broader Hispanic)
  • Dr. Eugene Jordan (posthumous) (African-American)
  • Erika Puussaar (Estonian)
  • Johnny Wu (Chinese and broader Asian)
  • More information.

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    Murphy Irish Dance Show
    3 PM
    John Carroll University
    Kulas Auditorium

    This upcoming dance performance called Celtic Spring is a fundraiser concert for Murphy Irish Arts to help raise money for the team to attend the World Championships in Dublin in April, 2025. The show will be open to the public and will include a great variety of dancers of all ages. But the finale and highlight will be a performance of the dance drama 'Celtic Fire' by our senior dance team. This dance drama, performed by their senior dance team, won a unanimous First Place at the regional championships in November, and it is this drama which they will perform at the World Championships.

    Murphy Dance show


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    Bollywood Live Music and Dinner
    4:45
    Independence Middle School

    You can promote basic education in remote rural and tribal India through Ekal. EKAL Abhiyan is a Gandhi Peace Prize winner 501(c)3 organization working in remote rural and tribal India to promote basic education by single-teacher schools. This year’s Bollywood musical fundraiser will be on 4/28th (Sunday) at Independence Middle School. You would enjoy the social and dinner starting at 4.45 PM and a mesmerizing 2.5-hour long Bollywood musical program at 6 PM by professional singers from India.

    Please use the link to learn more, donate, and buy tickets ($50 and $35). $365 supports one school.

    Timeless Bollywood


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    The Indigenous Voyage to Hawaii
    1 - 4 PM
    Sari Feldman Auditorium
    2121 Snow Rd. Parma

    AAPI Dance Concert


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    Cleveland Asian Festival
    AsiaTown centered at East 30th and Payne

    Save the Date for the 2024 Cleveland Asian Festival.More information.

    Posing with mascot at Cleveland Asian Festival


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    Sokol Sunday Dinners
    1 - 2:30 PM
    Bohemian National Hall
    4939 Broadway Ave. Cleveland

    Sokol Sunday Dinners


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    Kala Indian Art Show and Sale
    1 - 5 PM
    Lotus Banquet
    5106 Great Northern Plaza, North Olmsted

    Kala art show


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    One World Day
    11 - 6
    Cleveland Cultural Gardens

    Save the Date!

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