OBCDC Updates & Events

Community Happenings

Looking to help feed the hungry people of Old Brooklyn this thanksgiving season? Visit the website below to sign up to volunteer or donate the needed food items for this event on November 20 from 5-7pm.

www.refugecommunity.church/thanksgiving

Questions? Contact Eddie Sallow at eddiesallow@refugecommunity.church.

Ben Franklin Community Garden is collecting unwanted pumpkins after Halloween at the garden!  They will compost the pumpkins in order to use for garden soil and keep waste away from landfills. Collection point is the main gate to the garden off the alley.  Decorated, plain or carved does not matter - please take out plastic candles. Last year they collected 180 pumpkins!

Collecting all of November! 1905 Spring Road

The Geek Peek Community Events: Check out our events calendar for more details.

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, 11/18 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 12/10 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, 12/11 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.

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 hosts a weekly open gym for teens!

Contact Youth Director - Eddie Sallow at eddiesallow@refugecommunity.church for more information.

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!