Ready to make a difference in your community? Join us Saturday May 18, from 10am to 2pm to install backyard gardens.
No green thumb?
No problem! We are transporting mobile gardens in a bag and planting seedlings and seeds. There will be knowledgeable staff on hand. Gardens will be in the Central and Kinsman neighborhoods.
Lunch is provided. Also, there is the opportunity to get Free Tribe tickets!
Have fun learning about nutrition and snacks with Ms. Sharon Glaspie, and Building Healthy Communities during this free class.
Learn about youth nutrition education.
Contact: Sherita Mullins
Phone: 216-371-1455
Come out for two different courses offered through Cleveland Municipal School District. Attend one session or both.
Urban Farming and Serving it at the Table
Learn about urban farming in the city of Cleveland and how to prepare healthy and nutritious meals for your family. Visit Rid-All Green Partnership and participate in hands-on training to develop skills in gardening, composting and holistic living. Learn about locally grown fruits and vegetables and prepare a seasonal recipe.
Saturdays, April 20 & May 4
9a.m. – 1 p.m.
Fresh Food Family
Learn storage tips and where to purchase fresh food on a low budget. Receive a guide to local community gardens, market gardens, and farmer’s markets. Prepare a recipe using local foods and receive a bad of fresh fruit and vegetables from Garden Boyz Central neighborhood urban garden.
Thursdays, April 18 & 25
6 – 8 p.m.
To Register: Call BBC @ 216-341-1455 or on-line CMSD
BBC is offering a Free 4 week Cooking for Parents course in Cornucopia Place
Tuesdays April 9-April 30
4pm-5:30pm
You want the very best for your children, but it’s tough to make sure your child is getting a nutritious meal, especially on a budget. This cooking class will make that task a little easier
Learn about:
> Serving Sizes
> Sugary Beverages
> Incorporating healthy items
> Fresh Food on a Budget
> Healthy Fats, Whole Grain, Antioxidants
> Nutrition Labels Decoded
> Healthy Snacks
> Hands on Cooking
Parents of all ages are invited!
Registration is required. Sign up on-line or call our office. 216-341-1455
Located 7201 Kinsman Rd. Ste. 103B Cleveland OH, 44104
Tuesdays 3/12-4/30
10am-12pm
7201 Kinsman Road, Suite 103B
It’s time again for seniors to partake in a two month class that will teach healthy cooking, exercises, and nutrition with a focus on low sodium and sugar intake.
Learn new recipes, exercises and gain new friends.
Lunch is provided!
Registration is required. To find out more, call 216-341-1455
Calling all Teens 13-17 years old interested in cooking, eating, or just need something to do!
This course is designed to teach nutrition education, and the preparation of healthy snacks and meals for teens.
Join us on Tuesdays from 4-5:30 February 26 through March 19. Click here to register for this FREE class.
Black Vines is a Black History Month wine tasting event honoring the contribution of African wines.
Join us as we celebrate culture, art, and wine by bringing together local arts, and a host of African wines. Whether you are an experienced wine connoisseur or new to wine tastings, this event is for you!
Friday February 22
5:30p-10p
Sponsored by
Burten, Bell, Carr Development, Inc., Bridgeport Café, Paul Sadler, and Ward 5 Councilwoman Phyllis Cleveland
For more information, please call BBC at 216-341-1455.
The East 73rd Street Community Club Presents
Location: Mrs. Holmes’ Ka La Healing Garden (on E. 73rd St. between Cedar and Central)
Date: Saturday, December 15th
Time: 4pm – 6pm
Let’s come together to celebrate a successful 2012 and the winter season with music and entertainment.
This event is FREE, but guests are encouraged to bring a donation of Toys for community Boys and Girls.
Youth Gift Exchange: Bring a gift (limit $2), exchange with someone else. Bring a gift – Get a gift
Contact Brenda Metzger with any Questions : (216) 432-1001 or bmetzger0613@gmail.com
Cleveland’s HBCU College Fair at Warrensville Heights High School
November 17th – 9:00am to 2:00pm
Warrensville Heights High School 4270 Northfield Road Warrensville Hts. OH 44128 Open to the Public!FEATURING…
MORE THAN 30 COLLEGES, PROGRAMS & RESOURCES
WORKSHOPS
PRESENTATIONS and
DOOR PRIZES
Register Online at HBCUAlumniCLE.com or call 216-282-HBCU (4228)
CMSD invites you to enroll in the Spring Session of CMSD Parent University. All parents or caregivers of students enrolled in the Cleveland Metropolitan School District or district sponsored Charter Schools are eligible to participate. The workshops and classes are free of cost.
Please complete the application form and mail or fax it back to the address indicated. You may also register by phone at 216.858.0117. You will receive a confirmation letter or e-mail. You can also check on the status of your application by calling 216.858.0117 .
• The acceptance letter will list the class start and end dates and location. If you decide not to attend the class, please call
216.858.0117 and we will remove your name from the class list.
• If the class is already full, we will send you a letter letting you know that your name is on the waiting list for that class. We will notify you as soon as space opens in that class or when the next class is being offered.
Each time you come to a workshop or course you will be entered into a raffle drawing for various prizes including a wireless pc tablet, gift cards, and other items.
Recreational activities for children ages 5-18 are available at each site, and dinner is provided for the whole family.
We look forward to your participation in CMSD’s Parent University.
For more information visit cmsdnet.net or call 216.858.0117
This installment of Parent University runs from April 2nd to May 31st, at multiple locations including:
East Tech High School
2439 East 55th StreetCleveland, Ohio 44104
Burten, Bell, Carr Development, Incorporated (BBC) is a non-profit neighborhood development organization founded in 1990 that serves most of Cleveland's Ward 5. Our mission is to enhance the quality of life for residents of Ward 5 by initiating and cultivating housing, retail, employment, and recreation opportunities through effective partnerships with residents, community groups, government, corporations and institutions.
