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InternationalizationI GRO Cleveland: Greening BrownsSubmitted by Evelyn Kiefer on Sun, 08/31/2008 - 08:37.
If an apple a day keps the doctor away, what is the economic value to Northeast Ohio of bringing fresh, local fruits and vegetables to poor, unhealthy, underserved inner city places like The Star Neig ( categories:
Greatest Cost of Iraq War: 1,000,000s of Lives Filled With Horrible Flashbacks, and Perhaps Little MoreSubmitted by Norm Roulet on Tue, 08/26/2008 - 08:32.
I saw this sadly honest bumper-sticker in Cleveland Heights the other day - the same day an article in the New York Times pointed out a horrific circumstance of our attacks on the Middle East - 100,000s of concussions among our forces alone... imagine how many of the people of the countries we have brought to war are suffering the same injuries - far more than our soldiers, who are suffering as follows:
Art of the Day: City Xpressions08Submitted by Norm Roulet on Mon, 08/25/2008 - 09:56.
Huge props to the many artists, MCs, DJs, bboys-and-girls, organizers and 100s of real NEOans who turned out for the 7th annual City Xpressions Street Art Festival, August 23, 2008, at West 25th and Lorain, Cleveland. A perfect summer day - great happy crowd - creative vibe and entertainment - and some spectacular urban art. While there weren't as many artists as the last year I attended, what showed was diverse and often pure genius.
Not So Secret Agents Of Change, Flobots Concert Rises Above Mean Spirit of Unreal NEOSubmitted by Norm Roulet on Tue, 08/19/2008 - 11:30.
Thanks to Sudhir, I had the opportunity to check out the Flobots at Peabody's, Sunday night. If I'd browsed the Cleveland Scene Magazine concert preview, beforehand, I probably wouldn't have bothered going. The 100s of fans who enjoyed the show agreed that would have been a mistake.
Question of the Day: Do You Think MedCon is a Pro or Con?Submitted by Norm Roulet on Wed, 08/13/2008 - 19:36.
Bioneers Conference 2008Submitted by Norm Roulet on Wed, 08/13/2008 - 17:05.
10/17/2008 - 08:30 10/19/2008 - 18:00 Etc/GMT-4 Bioneers Conference 2008 Bioneers, now in its 19th year is an acclaimed leading-edge forum that features a solutions-based approach, connecting environment, social justice, health and spiritual networks. For the second year, Great Lakes Bioneers—Cleveland will bring to Northeast Ohio the excitement and energy of the inspiring social and scientific innovators speaking at the national conference and a wide-ranging line-up of regional and local speakers, workshops and tours to communicate and celebrate the trailblazing work taking place in our region. This year’s conference will emphasize water and the important and diverse role that it plays in the social, economic, and natural environment of the Great Lakes Region. Location
Maxine Goodman Levin College of Urban Affairs
1717 Euclid Avenue Cleveland State University (CSU)
Cleveland, OH United States
See map: Google Maps Lake Erie Shoreby BeachSubmitted by Norm Roulet on Thu, 07/31/2008 - 22:14.
I live about two miles from Lake Erie, and went in the water today, for this pan and header, but I do not consider it safe to swim in the water, which is pathetic. Healthy beaches and a healthy Lake Erie would improve the value of all of NEO by $ trillions... that would be worth far more than all the polluters combined. Imagine being able to take a dip here, safely, wherever and whever you like... Bloggers for Obama, Part 2Submitted by Norm Roulet on Fri, 07/25/2008 - 15:41.
I had so much fun at the Barack Obama campaign headquarters in East Cleveland, leading up to the March primary, meeting people and feeling part of something important, that I was excited by news the Shaker Heights campaign office was opening, July 24, 2008... hope to see one in EC soon. Sudhir and I stopped by to enjoy the good vibe. Cool to see a group line dancing to the energy. As we left, Sudhir said he'd like to go to a McCain event, just to see how it compares... I suggested he go to church or a gun show in Central Ohio...
Welcome Back BarackSubmitted by Norm Roulet on Fri, 07/25/2008 - 15:36.
REALNEO Conference RoomSubmitted by Norm Roulet on Sun, 07/13/2008 - 22:36.
REALNEO team meeting and fun and games at HQ, in Shaker Heights, July 11, 2008...other than insane mosquito infestations this year, it's been a great Summer for backyard planning...
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I GRO Cuba to Grow NEO?Submitted by Norm Roulet on Thu, 07/10/2008 - 22:36.
07/15/2008 - 18:00 07/15/2008 - 19:00 Etc/GMT-4 I thought perhaps I could stump City Fresh's Maurice Small with the question "what county in the world is the leader in urban farming?", but he didn't hesitate responding Cuba. And the July 8, 2008 I GRO EC roundtable concluded we need to plan a best practices mission to Havana. Next Tuesday, July 15, 6-7 PM, come to the Independent Green Republic Of Star Village, at the Star/Hough Bakeries Complex, to help plan our mission to Cuba and discuss other plans for transforming our region through urban farming. Location
Star Complex (Former Hough Bakeries)
1519 Lakeview Road
Cleveland, OH United States
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Congratulations to NEO Artist Pamela Dodds, Recipient of Grant from the Adolph and Esther Gottlieb FoundationSubmitted by Norm Roulet on Sat, 07/05/2008 - 11:39.
I was thrilled to receive news today that one of my favorite NEO artists, Pamela Dodds, a REALNEO artist of the Day, has been awarded a $25,000 Individual Support Grant from the Adolph and Esther Gottlieb Foundation. The Adolph and Esther Gottlieb Foundation was established by American artist Adolph Gottlieb (1903-1974) and his wife Esther. The foundation provides large grants to ‘serious, fully-committed artists,' ‘regardless of their level of commercial success.' This year the foundation received 482 applications from which twelve artists were selected to receive awards. I'm proud to say Evelyn and I have one of Pamela's inspiring and impressive linoleum cut prints in our collection... "Drift", above... perhaps it is time for more area collectors to seek out her work... website here!
Congratulations to Shaw's 'Best Band In The World'Submitted by Norm Roulet on Fri, 07/04/2008 - 09:06.
When people wonder what is the value of a local daily newspaper, I must point to the story of Shaw High School Band, which was invited to China to perform but could not afford to do that. The Plain Dealer article "Bang a Drum, Proudly", by Connie Schulz, raised enough attention and funding to get them there, from where they just returned in triumph (nicely covered in the PD here, today)... a $500,000 whirlwind phenomenon all occurring in less than 6 months!
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Air Quality Advisory for Northeast OhioSubmitted by Norm Roulet on Sun, 06/15/2008 - 23:45.
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I GRO EC for City FreshSubmitted by Norm Roulet on Wed, 06/11/2008 - 11:46.
Maurice Small is the most economically and ecologically sensible planner I know. Joe Stanley, Sudhir Kade and I have been brainstorming with City Fresh's Maurice Small about "I GRO EC" - Independent Green Republic Of East Cleveland. City Fresh already operates a Fresh Stop at Huron Road Hospital - which Maurice reports is doing great - and is active in community farming in East Cleveland. Recently, we've been discussing City Fresh having an involvement converting Brown's Convenient store into a pilot City Fresh Market, which could offer a paradigm-shifting model for bringing local food, farming and their economies into very needy urban neighborhoods, in very innovative and important ways.
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Question of the Day - Obama VP Candidate, of these choicesSubmitted by Norm Roulet on Tue, 06/03/2008 - 21:06.
Real NEO ChiefsSubmitted by Norm Roulet on Fri, 05/30/2008 - 15:37.
Dress of Chiefs of the Village of Atonkwa near Elmina, Ghana - Nana Kodwo Eduakwa V and Nana Kra Kwamina II - at a reception at the Ashe Cultural Center in Cleveland
Cleveland ChiefsSubmitted by Norm Roulet on Fri, 05/30/2008 - 15:32.
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Here's the ClevelandBikes "Bike to Work" Schedule for Cleveland Bicycle Week - Join Us!Submitted by Kevin Cronin on Sun, 05/11/2008 - 09:54.
Join the nonprofit organization ClevelandBikes on its annual "Bike to Work" rides, everyday May 12-16, now bigger than ever by partnering with other riding organizations in the first Cleveland Bicycle Week. Ride and you can be elgible for great prizes! This year, you can also find partners on your own through a "Bike Buddy" system brought to you by NOACA. And remember, join us for our ride on Wednesday May 14th and wear yellow for Lance Armstrong Foundation's LIVESTRONG Day! * ClevelandBikes hosts commuting rides downtown to our host, the Greater Cleveland YMCA (2200 Prospect Avenue), every day during Cleveland Bicycle Week, May 12-16. Join us for coffee, while the YMCA provides free, secure bike parking, showers and free passes for the day. Join us and share your goals about riding in Northeast Ohio, while riders are eligible for fun prizes. * ClevelandBikes is also pleased to assist with the Northeast Areawide Coordinating Agency (NOACA), which is offering to match solo riders through th Ohio Ride Share "Bike Buddy" program, matching riders with common starting points,ride times and common destinations (www.ohiorideshare.com). * ClevelandBikes also supports a major health initiative, with a "Bike to Work"ride for the Lance Armstrong Foundation (www.livestrong.org) and "LIVESTRONG" day on Wednesday May 14. * ClevelandBikes will host "Bike to Work" rides on the final Friday of every month and special rides for festivals and other activities. Pick a starting location from the list below and ride along with a ClevelandBikes ride leader, or just meet us between 8:00 and 9:00 AM at our downtown host, the Greater Cleveland YMCA, which is offering free showers, secure bike parking and free day passes for YMCA activities. East Side Starting Points 7:45 AM Arabica at 11300 Juniper in University Circle South Side Starting Point West Side Starting Points National "Bike to Work" Week is sponsored by the League of American Bicyclists (www.bikeleague.org), which offers bicycle advocacy and support programs for more than 125 years. ClevelandBikes , a 501C3 nonprofit organization, is committed to advancing all forms of bicycling as economical and healthful recreation, sport and transportation. For More Information, Contact: Kevin Cronin
Question of the Day... What Drives Your Hyper-Local Economy?Submitted by Norm Roulet on Wed, 05/07/2008 - 07:00.
Little Italy has always been core to my REAL NEO experience. From earliest childhood memories, my family has always had many meals at various Little Italy restaurants, each year, as well as picking-up an occasional pizza (where else in NEO but Mama Santas or Valentino's... well, do try the Gelatoria at Fairhill). I also love getting Lemon Ice and other goodies at Corbos. with their unusual greeting of "Leave the gun, take the cannoli"... as authentic as life gets, in NEO. Last night, I noticed Corbos moved next door to their old home, to a remodeled new space (much as Prestis did, a few years ago) Little Italy has always been a great hyper-local neighborhood, where people live, work, eat and socialize together within, and interact well with the world without. There's always lots of private rehab and strong entrepreneurial business activity here, off the Med-O-Mart grid. Which makes me ask you, what matters to the hyper-local economy in your neighborhood, and how is that doing.
Pangea Day Public Film Screening Parties in Cleveland: Cat-Strat hosts @ SARAVA.... H&A hosts @ TalkiesSubmitted by Cat-Strat on Wed, 04/30/2008 - 16:43.
05/10/2008 - 13:00 05/10/2008 - 19:30 Etc/GMT-4 You can visit the Pangea Day website here Or, for details of the May 10 event visit Cat Strat's web site at Location
SARAVA on Shaker Square
13225 Shaker Square
Cleveland, OH United States
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CLIPPER TURBINES GO BACK TOGETHER AT STEELWINDS IN LACKAWANNASubmitted by Jeff Buster on Mon, 03/31/2008 - 17:57.
Clipper's Steelwinds project in Lackawanna, New York is passing through a dark and uncertain repair/redesign. This photo taken on March 28, 2008 shows 6 of the 8 turbine towers without their blades. Earlier in the week only the tower on the right hand (north) had blades, so it appears that the lattice boom crane in the center of the photo is installing, not removing, the turbine hub and blades - presumably after the repair of the gear box. Kevin O'Brien's column "Forget Global Warming" made more sense in CanadianSubmitted by Norm Roulet on Tue, 03/18/2008 - 23:14.
On March 12, 2008, Cleveland Plain Dealer deputy editorial page director Kevin O'Brien published a snide, pointless editorial taking the position global warming is over-hyped. His conclusion is a Russian scientist predicts the world is entering a new Ice Age, which trumps Global Warming, so do nothing about Global Warming. I googled the Russian scientist O'Brien references - Oleg Sorokhtin - and came across a February 25th National Post column, by conservative Canadian columnist Lorne Gunter, to which O'Brien's March 12th column is so similar as to be plagiarism, in my book. DENNIS R. WILCOX ESQ - WORKING FOR AND AGAINST CLEVELAND-CUYAHOGA PORT AUTHORITY - WHAT'S NEW?Submitted by Jeff Buster on Tue, 03/18/2008 - 18:11.
If you owned a $40,500.000.00 parking structure, would these images concern you? (by the way, if you live in Cuyahoga County, you DO OWN IT)
TIBET - MONKS REACT TO INTENTIONAL CULTURAL DISSOLUTION BY CHINASubmitted by Jeff Buster on Sat, 03/15/2008 - 13:25.
What is it about Buddhists that encourages their intense involvement in politics?
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