CWRU Local Government & Community Relations

09/08/2026

PLASTICS AND HEALTH BIOREGIONAL FORUM
Connecting human, environmental, and Great Lakes health in the age of plastic pollution. This full-day forum brings together experts, researchers, and community partners to explore solutions and pathways forward.

Date: Friday, November 6, 2026
Time: 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Location: MidTown Collaboration Center, 1974 E 66th Street, Cleveland, OH

Register: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/plastics-and-health-regional-forum?link_id=12&can_id=ee895014f8724c3ee7eeeeb3ca5d405c&source=email-join-us-this-fall-events-and-ways-to-strengthen-our-communities&email_referrer=email_3392244&email_subject=lets-fall-into-action&&

09/08/2026

What could your county be? Join us for a community conversation about preparing for extreme weather and building resilience.

Over the past year, we have listened to residents across Ashtabula County to better understand climate impacts on your daily lives.

Now we are sharing what we learned and inviting you to help shape solutions.

Date: Monday, September 21, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM
Location: Jefferson United Methodist Church, 125 East Jefferson Street, Ashtabula, OH 44047

09/08/2026

Lorain County Black history comes to life in this powerful new documentary series produced by Emmy Award-winning storyteller Betty J. Halliburton.

Three compelling stories connect our past, present, and future featuring author Toni Morrison, CEO Parris Smith, and Judge Farah Emeka.

Date: Sunday, September 13, 2026
Time: 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Location: Elyria City Schools Performing Arts Center, 600 West Avenue, Elyria, OH 44035

This screening is a community partner event with the Greater Cleveland Urban Film Festival (GCUFF).

09/08/2026

NORTHEAST OHIO AFRICAN AMERICAN WOMEN'S WELLNESS WALK: a community wellness walk celebrating health, connection, and empowerment.

All ages and fitness levels welcome.

Date: Saturday, September 12, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Location: Frederick Douglass Recreation Center, 15401 Miles Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44128

Free to join. Bring your friends and family!

Register or just show up: Call 216-295-0283

09/08/2026

Great opportunity to be funded for making a difference in our city!

Two global fellowships are open to residents and nonprofit leaders of Buckeye-Shaker, Woodhill, and Mt. Pleasant.

One fellowship is for residents. The other is for leaders at nonprofits, schools, health and social service providers, faith institutions, and community organizations primarily serving our neighborhoods.

The Marshall Memorial Fellowship is a year-long prestigious global leadership program that includes virtual learning and 24 days of international travel.

If you live in, or lead work in, Buckeye-Shaker, Woodhill, or Mt. Pleasant, this is for you.

Applications open today and close October 9, 2026. Learn more and apply: https://tinyurl.com/2xa5y6cs

09/02/2026

Tri-C FREE Justice Unlocked event!

At this event, you can get help with:
• Record sealing & expedited pardons
• Warrant removal
• Driver’s license reinstatement

Cuyahoga Community College
Friday, September 11th, 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Cuyahoga Community College
Repost

https://events.tri-c.edu/event/justice-unlocked-record-clearing-warrant-relief-and-support-services-2627

09/02/2026

City of Cleveland - City Hall residents can access cooling centers to get out of the heat today and tomorrow. Comfort areas and water are available at all locations during the extended hours.

09/01/2026

Come to the Friendly Inn Settlement to hear more about progress being made at Warner & Swasey. The Pennrose team will provide construction updates, upcoming phases to be aware of, and begin conversations about the first floor retail space with the community. Grab a neighbor and or a co-worker and learn more about tangible progress being made in MidTown.

Warner & Swasey Community Update
Tuesday, September 1st
5:30PM

Friendly Inn Settlement
2386 Unwin Road
Cleveland, OH 44104