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Friday, June 18, 2021
12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
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After spending more than 44 years working to support and advocate for people returning to community from incarceration, Charles R. See retired from Lutheran Metropolitan Ministry (LMM) in 2017. A native Clevelander, See is known for his leadership in addressing the needs of people involved in the justice system. In the 1960’s when civil unrest in Cleveland was at its...
Friday, January 26, 2024, 11:30 a.m.
A Closer Look at U.S. Foreign Policy and Diplomacy
Though headlines are dominated by the conflicts in Ukraine and Israel, those are just two items on a lengthy United States foreign policy agenda. China's interest in Taiwan threatens democracy and U.S. investments there; nascent democracies across Africa need support;...
Thursday, January 25, 2024, 11:30 a.m.
The Age of Identity: Who Do Our Kids Think They Are: And How Can We Help Them Belong?
Dennis Shirley believes a perfect storm is upon us and educators are in the middle of it--that identity issues often incite and divide us, but they are actually our way out of the storm. Shirley is a scholar of educational...
Tuesday, January 23, 2024, 11:30 a.m.
The Arts: Cleveland's Cultural DNA
Cleveland's rich history in the arts has been a testament to the city's cultural diversity and resilience. From the industrial boom in the late 19th century to the vibrant resurgence in recent decades, the arts have been a cornerstone of...
Friday, January 19, 2024, 11:30 a.m.
A Path to an Inclusive Economy
What would a truly inclusive economy look like? Imagine it--a community where everyone can put their gifts and talents to work and build their dreams. Despite the rhetoric about the American Dream, for many in our community, real, tangible obstacles...
Friday, January 12, 2024, 11:30 a.m.
The Future of the Community Development Ecosystem
This forum is sold out. The livestream will be available beginning at 12:00 p.m. at www.cityclub.org. For questions, please email info@cityclub.org. Greater Cleveland is home to a vibrant and diverse community development ecosystem, with all entities aiming for equitable revitalization throughout...
Friday, December 15, 2023, 11:30 a.m.
Not Just a Pipe: Bottled Water's Link to Governmental Distrust
For many Americans, water does not get a second thought after pulling their kitchen tap. Yet, more than 30 million Americans lived in areas where water systems violated safety rules at the beginning of last year. Others simply cannot afford...
Friday, December 08, 2023, 11:30 a.m.
Eric Fingerhut is the President and CEO of The Jewish Federations of North America (JFNA), which represents 146 independent Federations across the continent and aims to protect and enhance the well-being of Jews worldwide. Some of their core priorities include...
Wednesday, December 06, 2023, 7:30 p.m.
The Budget Is Not Boring, We Swear!
We get it. Listening to our legislative branch debate a budget isn't the most exciting thing to do. But the municipal budget process here in Cleveland is an essential part of democratic governance, and directly impacts our communities. The budget...
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