OBCDC Updates & Events

We're seeking writers to contribute to the Old Brooklyn News! 

Collaborating closely with OBCDC, writers will have the opportunity to explore various article topics. Work may include interviews, research, or other pre-work that must be done for the purposes of developing the piece.

For more information, visit 

https://www.oldbrooklyn.com/obn.

Community Happenings

Art Hop is on July 20! Join Pinwheel Gallery for the Art Hop! Check out the gallery and other local businesses during this fun event. Pinwheel Gallery will be open 4pm-8pm with refreshments, activities and prizes. Ben Franklin Community Garden will also be hosting their music series - so stop by the gallery, grab a bite to eat, and listen to some lovely music with your neighbors!

Cleveland Public Library - South Brooklyn Branch Summer Program Guide! Click here to view all of the fun events (for kids and adults!) happening this season.

Brookmere Cemetery Preservation Workshop on August 5: The Brookmere Cemetery Preservation Coalition is working in Brookmere Cemetery. They have been selected by 48States Tour as the only Ohio location to hold a workshop to learn the proper techniques for cleaning and repairing headstones. More information about these workshops can be found by clicking here!

Read this summer by joining Cleveland Reads program! Click here for information on how you can join our summer reading activities. For any questions, please contact the library at (216) 623-7067 or in person at 4303 Pearl Road.

Run for Recovery 5K on August 10: Recovery Resources is hosting their annual 5k this summer! Click here to learn more.

Legal Aid Society Clinics - for a full list of clinics, click here!

SATURDAY, JULY 13 at Cleveland Public Library - South Campus
Walk-in! Intake hour from 10-11 AM
3096 Scranton Road, Cleveland

TUESDAY, JULY 23 at El Centro 
Call 440-277-8235 for an appointment  
2800 Pearl Avenue, Lorain 

SATURDAY, JULY 27 at Greater Cleveland Food Bank Community Resource Center 
Walk-in! Intake hour from 10-11 AM 
15500 South Waterloo Road, Cleveland

Better Streets Committee every 2nd Thursday at 6pm: Join the Better Streets Committee of Old Brooklyn for a chance to be part of the movement for change in your neighborhood. 🌳 Come meet fellow bike advocates working for safer streets and learn how to get involved in our community! 🚴🏻 The committee will meet monthly in partnership with Bike Cleveland. Light refreshments will also be provided. Contact Connor Brentar at ConnorB@oldbrooklyn.com for more information.

Crime Watch Meeting on Monday, 7/15 at 7pm: Join Old Brooklyn residents and a 2nd District community officer from the Cleveland Police Department for a police report and guest speaker. Meetings are held at St. James Lutheran Church, 4771 Broadview Rd (at Oak Park) the 3rd Monday of the month from 7-8pm.

Second District Policing Committee Meeting on 7/9 at 6pm: (formerly Second District Community Relations) Join your fellow residents in the 2nd District for updates from the Commander and other safety forces, community organizations, and more. Meetings are every 2nd Tuesday of the month from 6-7pm at Bridge CLE, 3389 Fulton Road.

Ward 13 Community Meeting on Wednesday, 7/10 at 6pm: Each 2nd Wednesday of the month at 6pm, Councilman Harsh hosts community meetings about various topics. OBCDC will also be there to share Old Brooklyn updates and chat with attendees. Meetings are at Estabrook Rec Center, 4125 Fulton Road- lots of parking!

Park Action Guide: A set of helpful guides for enhancing nearby parks and green areas. Offers information, contacts, and resources for community leaders. https://www.parkscoalitioncle.org/parkactionguide

Cleveland Documenters

Can’t make it to every public meeting and still want to be kept in the loop? Check out Cleveland Documenters (https://signalcleveland.org/governmentmeetings/). Documenters go to meetings and take notes on council meetings, committee meetings, and more for the public to read and stay informed.

GardenWalk is back on Saturday, July 13 from 10am-5pm in Old Brooklyn!

To volunteer with GardenWalk, email info@gardenwalkcleveland.org and put 'Volunteer' in the subject line.

To learn more about GardenWalk Cleveland and the other neighborhoods involved, visit https://www.gardenwalkcleveland.org/.

Slow Roll on July 8 at Loew Park!

Old Brooklyn High School Students in need of hygiene items + toiletries (new) & clothes, shoes, and winter gear (new or lightly worn). If you are interested in donating, please contact our office at 216-459-1000 x206 for more information.

SCR in search of Meals on Wheels volunteers! Senior Citizen Resources (SCR) has an ongoing need for meals on wheels help. 10:30 am weekdays. Car a plus. This would require coming by ahead of time to sign up as a volunteer to learn more about it. The volunteer opportunity would be about an hour or so commitment for route delivery each week or once a month. If interested, stop by SCR or call 216-749-5367.

Old Brooklyn residents in need of RTA (bus) passes: If you are able to donate bus passes or monetary donations to buy bus passes with, please email HopeF@oldbrooklyn.com or call 216-459-1000 x206 for more information on how to donate. Thank you to those who have already donated!

Refuge Cleveland is hosting a weekly open gym for teens! Contact Youth Director - Eddie Sallow at eddiesallow@refugecommunity.church for more information.

VERY LIMITED CAMP SPOTS STILL AVAILABLE!

Hispanic Clinic at Lutheran Hospital: Click here for a list of Spanish speaking staff.

Did you know you can access free online courses with the Cleveland Public Library? Access LinkedIn Learning, Northstar Digital Literacy, and more using your library card. More information found here.

Mary Queen of Peace Food Distribution: every 3rd Saturday of the month from 9-11am. 4423 Pearl Road.

Julia de Burgos Affordable & Fresh Fruits and Vegetable Sale: Stop by Archwood United Church of Christ, 2800 Archwood Ave for affordable fruit and vegetable sale every 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month from 10:30am-1pm. For updates and prices, follow them @ArchwoodFoods on Facebook or @ArchwoodFreshFoods on Instagram.

Christ Church Food Distribution: every 4th Saturday of the month from 9-11am. 6400 Memphis Ave.

Greater Heights Church of Christ Food Distribution: Serving all areas/communities. Come grocery shop for free at their food pantry every 3rd Saturday from 11am-2pm, first come first serve. Free porch delivery to Seniors 65 years and older & those with disabilities within 5 miles of the church. Must register on website for home delivery service by the 2nd Saturday of the month. **Bring your ID and grocery bags!** 2409 Willowdale Avenue. First come first serve.

ioby.org -  ioby Cleveland has supported over 200 resident leaders as they plan, crowdfund, and build positive change in neighborhoods across the city. Visit this link to learn more about how you can fundraise for your project! https://ioby.org/campaign/cleveland

Neighbor Up Action Grant: Neighbor Up Action Grants range from $500 to $5000 and funds can be used for a wide variety of initiatives. Click here to learn more!