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Friday, March 13, 2026, 11:30 a.m.
2026 High School Debate Championship
For more than two decades, The City Club of Cleveland has hosted the annual High School Debate Championship. Every year, the top two area high school debaters square off in a classic "Lincoln-Douglas" style debate at a Friday forum. This allows...
Thursday, February 19, 2026, 11:30 a.m.
Exit Interview: The Chief of Staff Speaks
Few have as clear a view to what's actually going on in our city than the leaders in City Hall tasked with improving conditions for the residents who live, work, and recreate in our region's urban core. Brad Davy served...
Wednesday, February 04, 2026, 7:30 p.m.
UPDATE: The RSVP list is at capacity! NOTE: RSVPs do not guarantee a seat! Walk-ins are always welcome at the Happy Dog, but based on venue capacity. Seating is General Admission - first come, first served. Be sure to arrive...
Friday, January 23, 2026, 11:30 a.m.
America 250: Native American Nations and the Making of the United States
Throughout 2026, and in partnership with the America 250-Ohio Commission, the City Club will commemorate the 250th anniversary of the United States by exploring all the ways that Ohio has contributed to U.S. history for 250+ years. In January, our...
Friday, January 16, 2026, 11:30 a.m.
Faith, Policy, and Influence: A Conversation with the President of the Center for Christian Virtue
This forum is SOLD OUT. A livestream will be available beginning at 12:00pm. Have questions for the Q&A? Text them to 330.541.5794. Over the past decade, the Center for Christian Virtue has emerged as one of the most influential nonprofit advocacy...
Friday, December 05, 2025, 11:30 a.m.
Remarks from Congressman Greg Landsman
Congressman Greg Landsman represents the 1st District of Ohio, which includes the city of Cincinnati, Warren County, and borders the state of Kentucky. He is widely known for his work in child and family advocacy, and bipartisan legislative efforts that...
Wednesday, November 05, 2025, 7:30 p.m.
Happy Dog Takes On The SNAP Situation
As the nation readies itself for what could turn into the longest federal government shutdown in history, 42 million people - or about 1 in 8 - are bracing for a pause in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). Here...
Wednesday, October 22, 2025, 4:15 p.m.
2025 Election: Cleveland City Council Candidates Night
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED. The City of Cleveland now has 15 newly drawn wards, and the election on November 4th will undoubtedly bring about a new political landscape. On the ballot are over a dozen candidates vying to become your...
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