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Takashi Murakami - Cleveland Museum of Art
Takashi Murakami - Cleveland Museum of Art
Prepare to be blown away. The Takashi Murakami: Stepping on the Tail of a Rainbow exhibition at the Cleveland Museum of Art is incredible. It's larger than life (literally), colorful, bold and a must-see if you can get to the Cleveland Museum of Art before it closes on September 7, 2025.

Takashi Murakami at Cleveland Museum of Art

Takashi Murakami at Cleveland Museum of Art

Takashi Murakami Exhibition at Cleveland Museum of Art

Takashi Murakami Yumedono at CMA

Takashi Murakami Yumedono


See lots of pictures and more about this must-see exhibition
AIPNO Global-Medical Yatra 25th Anniversary
AIPNO Global-Medical Yatra 25th Anniversary
A 'Yatra' is a holy pilgrimage. For 25 years, Association of Indian Physicians of Northern Ohio (AIPNO) has conducted Medical Yatras to tend to the needs of the poorest in different areas of India. Many of the people that the team of doctors see and treat have never had any contact with a medical professional. At the 25th anniversary celebration, Ramesh Shah was honored with the Association of Indian Physicians of Northern Ohio Outstanding Service Award.

AIPNO President Dr. Palak Shroff. Dr. Jaya Shah, Ramesh Shah and Dr. Rupesh Raina

AIPNO President Dr. Palak Shroff, Dr. Jaya Shah,
Ramesh Shah and Dr. Rupesh Raina


See more about AIPNO and their 25th Anniversary
Cleveland Hungarian Museum 40th Anniversary Event
Cleveland Hungarian Museum 40th Anniversary Event
The Cleveland Hungarian Museum hosted a 40th Anniversary Celebration on Saturday May 10, 2025 in the Galleria in Cleveland just outside the Museum. Almost 200 people attended. The program included speeches, congratulatory messages, a panel discussion and performances by Harmonia and two Hungarian dancers.

Laszlo Tihanyi and Zsofia Vagvolgyi

Zsofia Vagvolgyi and Laszlo Tihanyi

See pictures and videos of the 40th Anniversary Event
May Crowning at St. Casimir Polish Catholic Church
May Crowning at St. Casimir Polish Catholic Church
After the bilingual (Polish and English) Sunday Mass at the historic St. Casimir Church in the Glenville neighborhood of Cleveland Ohio, there was a procession outside to the statue of the Blessed Virgin for the May Crowning. Fr. Eric Orzech, pastor of both St Casimir and St Stanislaus Churches, sang a litany in Polish to Mary as they processed. He then led the two traditional May Crowning hymns - On This Day O Beautiful Mother and Queen of the May (Bring Flowers of the Rarest) as the May Queen climbed the ladder and placed the flower wreath on the statue. Then others placed flowers by the statue.

May Crowning at St. Casimir Church


See video and more pictures from the May Crowning
Polish Constitution Day 2025
Polish Constitution Day 2025
The Polish American Congress Ohio Division hosted its 75th Constitution Day Parade on Sunday May 4, 2025.

Polish National Alliance at Polish Constitution Day Parade 2025 in Parma Ohio


Photos and video of the Polish Constitution Day Parade

The Constitution of May 3, 1791 is considered one of the most important achievements in the history of Poland. The May 3 anniversary of its adoption has been observed as Poland's most important civil holiday since Poland regained independence in 1918. Its importance for the Polish people has been compared to that of 4 July to the Americans.

Elizabeth Suhak

Elizabeth Suhak singing the Polish National Anthem



Photos and video of the Polish Constitution Day Program

North Coast Mix got the crowd dancing with polkas and there were cultural performances from the PIAST Polish Artistic Folk Song and Dance Ensemble and students from the Henry Sienkiewicz Polish School and the Polish National Alliance - Maria Konopnicka's Polish School and Gorale Polish Folk Dance Group, choreographed by Bernadette Zubel.

Polish Students at Polish Constitution Day 2025


Photos and videos of the Polish Constitution Day Entertainment
Cinco de Mayo in Painesville
Cinco de Mayo in Painesville
Part of the mission of HOLA Ohio is to celebrate Hispanic culture.

Girls in Beautiful traditional Mexican clothing

One way they celebrate their culture is an annual Cinco de Mayo celebration in Veteran's Park in Painesville. Here's a very short video greeting from some of the HOLA performers.



See more from the Cinco de Mayo event
Cleveland Hungarian Museum History and 40th Anniversary Plans
Cleveland Hungarian Museum History and 40th Anniversary Plans
The Cleveland Hungarian Museum was started 40 years ago in 1985 and Andre Lazar has been curator for all 40 years. We spoke with Andy, and then his wife Andrea, at the Museum in advance of their 40 anniversary celebration on May 10, 2025.

Andrew and Andrea Lazar

Andrew and Andrea Lazar


Watch a video interview and see more of the Cleveland Hungarian Museum
Cleveland International Hall of Fame 2025 Inductions
Cleveland International Hall of Fame 2025 Inductions
The pictures and videos are now posted. (more to come too)

2025 Class Picture (Raj Aggarwal not in photo)

2025 Class Picture (Raj Aggarwal not in photo)

Induction ceremony and speeches

People Page - who do you recognize?

Click on the links below to see photos, bios and video of the inductees at the Hall of Fame.

Raj Aggarwal, Phd, CFA

David Gilbert

Frank G. Jackson

Beverly Kerecman

Branka Malinar

Svetlana Stolyarova

Kazakh Nauryz 2025
Kazakh Nauryz 2025
Nauryz symbolizes the renewal of nature and people and the beginning of a new life. In Cleveland, Aigerim Alibek organized a celebration of Nauryz among the Kazakh community. They made a yurt and all the decorations inside the yurt were completely made and sewn by her. A yurt is an ancient version of the modern tent. They cooked Kazakh national dishes, sang and danced Kazakh traditional songs and dances.

Yurt for Kazakh Nauryz made by Aigerim Alibek

Celebrating Nauryz in a yurt


See more from the Nauryz celebration
Feria de Cleveland 2025
Feria de Cleveland 2025
Feria de Cleveland is an annual celebration bringing the vibrant energy of Spain's spring fairs to Cleveland. Hosted by Abrepaso Flamenco and the Julia de Burgos Cultural Arts Center, this family-friendly event featured live flamenco performances, dance competitions, authentic Spanish fashion, music, arts and crafts, and delicious food.

Abrepaso Flamenco at Cleveland Feria

Abrepaso Flamenco at Cleveland Feria


See videos and photos of the Feria de Cleveland
Debbie Hanson Billboard
Debbie Hanson Billboard
Thanks to Lou Frangos for this beautiful tribute to Debbie. The billboard is at East 12th and Carnegie.

Debbie Hanson billboard


Yes, she is gone too soon.

Debbie Hanson Obituary

A Tribute to Pope Francis by Basil M. Russo
A Tribute to Pope Francis by Basil M. Russo, President, COPOMIAO
Pope Francis was elected as the 266th Pontiff of the Roman Catholic Church on March 13, 2013. He passed away April 21 at 88 in Vatican City. With a grin and quiet optimism, Pope Francis broke through to the world. Pope Francis led the Church with humility, compassion and a moral conscience deeply attuned to the struggles of everyday people.

Born Jorge Mario Bergoglio, he never lost touch with his Italian immigrant roots — serving as a voice for both the forgotten and the faithful across the globe. His papacy reminded us that joy and grace can be found even in life’s most difficult moments; he inspired millions and renewed the spirit of the Church.

As leaders of the Italian American community, we were deeply humbled by his presence, his soft-spoken wisdom and his ability to break through to the world.

-The Conference of Presidents of Major Italian American Organizations (COPOMIAO)

Formed in NYC in 1975, the Conference of Presidents of Major Italian American Organizations (COPOMIAO) — a national coalition of 71 cultural, educational, fraternal and anti-defamation groups — seeks to promote our history and traditions for today’s generations, and tomorrow’s.

Basil Russo was fortunate enough to be afforded two private audiences with Pope Francis, the last of which was with his family in January of this year.

Pope Francis and Basil Russo

Pope Francis and Basil Russo
Cleveland Ethnic Bucket List
Cleveland Ethnic Bucket List
We always get asked what are the best ethnic events each year. While "best" is a subjective term we decided to put together a list of annual ethnic events that we have experienced and think that every Clevelander should attend at least once. There are a lot of one-time or every few years' events that you should attend as well (like the Lithuanian Song Festival in June or the Convencion Hispana every 3 years). But this initial list will be annual events.

We want your input. What does every resident of, and visitor to, The Land need to witness? We will be collecting your input and merging with our long list and then narrowing down to a definitive (in our opinion) checklist. Let us know how many of these you have already experienced. You can email us with your suggestions.

Here's a short alphabetical list of "must-do's" to get started. Don't be offended or worry if your favorite is not listed. This is just the start.

  • Cleveland Asian Festival (AsiaTown - 30th and Payne)
  • Columbus Day Parade (Little Italy)
  • Cleveland International Hall of Fame inductions (Windows on the River)
  • Feast of the Assumption (Little Italy)
  • Greek Independence Day Parade (West 14th)
  • India Republic Day (various)
  • Juneteenth Celebration (African American Cultural Garden)
  • Liszt Concert (Hungarian Cultural Garden)
  • Lunar New Year (AsiaPlaza and other)
  • Mexican Day of the Dead (Gordon Square)
  • Ohio Scottish Games & Celtic Festival (County Fairgrounds)
  • Oktoberfest (County Fair Grounds)
  • One World Day (Cleveland Cultural Gardens)
  • Opera in the Italian Garden
  • Polish Constitution Day Parade (Polish Village in Parma)
  • Puerto Rican Day Parade (West 25th by Metro)
  • Romanian Festival (St Mary Romanian Orthodox Cathedral)
  • Slovenian Kurentovaje (62nd and St. Clair)
  • St. Patrick's Day Parade (Superior Ave downtown)
  • Ukrainian Independence Day Parade (Ukrainian Village in Parma)

They're Baaaaack - in AsiaTown
They're Baaaaack - in AsiaTown
The three young unintentional heroes who solved a series of murders in the Cleveland Cultural Gardens find themselves in the middle of another mystery.

Murder in AsiaTown - order on Amazon


In Murder in AsiaTown DJ, Ren and Peggy, called a modern Mod Squad, discover a decades old murder case from Cleveland’s Chinatown. While working to showcase and document the history of the Chinese community and neighborhood they stumble upon some disturbing news. Their efforts take them all over the Chinatown and AsiaTown neighborhoods of Cleveland Ohio and includes numerous historic facts and stories. When it looks like they have the case solved, a surprising twist emerges.

This is Cleveland author Dan Hanson's second book. The first book, Murder in the Cultural Gardens, is a “whodunit” murder mystery set in the real world Cleveland Cultural Gardens. An unlikely new “Mod Squad” stumbles upon a series of murders in their beloved Gardens and assist in solving the crimes. All 30+ of the Cultural Gardens are covered in the book so readers learn about this treasure while trying to figure out the mystery.

You can find them on Amazon and in local bookstores like Mac'sBacks on Coventry. Or email for autogaphed copies. They make great Christmas gifts!

Murder in the Cultural Gardens
Murder in the Cultural Gardens
"It just didn't seem right to DJ. A body found bludgeoned in a place known for "Peace through Mutual Understanding." But there she was, crumpled behind a bust of composer Franz Liszt in the Hungarian Cultural Garden. He pulled out his cell phone and dialed 911. "What is the nature of your emergency?" the dispatcher queried. With a suddenly very dry mouth DJ managed to get out, "There's been a murder in the Cultural Gardens."

That's the beginning of the recently published first novel by Dan Hanson.

Murder in the Cultural Gardens book cover - Franz Liszt statue


The whodunit, titled Murder in the Cultural Gardens, takes place in the Cleveland Cultural Gardens and all 30+ gardens are featured during the mystery. You may even recognize some of the characters.



Click the link above to learn more or to purchase in paperback or Kindle version from Amazon. Or contact Dan via the Murder in the Cultural Gardens webpage to have a signed book delivered.

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Cleveland's Ethnic Diversity on Display
Cleveland's Ethnic Diversity on Display
Cleveland is a diverse city with about 120 distinct ethnic heritages represented. We at ClevelandPeople.com and the Cleveland International Hall of Fame believe that this ethnic diversity makes us a much richer city and that we should all celebrate this fact.

We asked people from various ethnic groups to create a tile representing their heritage. These 3 quilts are a product of that effort. We hope that other ethnic groups will want to add their own tile to these patchworks showcasing our ethnic diversity.

Cleveland ethnic diversity quilts

The quilts are available for loan to ethnic museums and organizations and for special events. See more about the ethnic heritage display

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Welcome to Cleveland
Welcome to Cleveland



Members of the Stabrova Youth Ballet
welcome you to Cleveland


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We Pray the Rosary - Living Rosary DVD
We Pray the Rosary - Living Rosary DVD
Hail Mary, Full of Grace…

This DVD is a Living Rosary in the sense that over 200 people participated in saying a prayer. 3 bishops, numerous priests and sisters and a variety of lay people all said a prayer (Creed, Our Father, Hail Mary or Glory Be) that when put together combine to form the complete Rosary.

We hope that you will pray along with the diverse group of people on this DVD. They are young and old, different races and ethnicities, in Church and outside, alone and in groups. The prayers are said in English, but occasionally there is a prayer in another language. You may not know the language but will understand, and be able to pray along, because of the context.

  1. American Sign Language
  2. English
  3. Gaelic
  4. German
  5. Hindi
  6. Italian
  7. Konkani
  8. Korean
  9. Lebanese
  10. Polish
  11. Portuguese
  12. Slovenian
  13. Spanish
  14. Swahili

Lourdes Shrine in Cleveland


More about the We Pray the Rosary DVD

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Do you need a Hungarian Flag? A shirt that says "I love Slovenian girls"? How about a sign that says No Parking except for Irish Grandmother?

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