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Historical photos of Christmas decorations from downtown Cleveland

https://www.cleveland.com/entertainment/2020/12/historical-photos-of-christmas-decorations-from-downtown-cleveland.html

cleveland.com This compilation from 1927 to 1989 shows Public Square and its department stores with Holiday decorations that will bring back memories for Clevelanders who experienced them.

Also...tonight you may be able to see the Northern Lights.

Here is a cool graphic I found that will Illustrate how the Christmas Star phenomenon will come together on December 21st. I'll be paying close attention to the forecast thats for sure!

The Holiday decorations Downtown are beautiful. Make the time to go check them out!

Do you have a favorite?

Happy Wednesday, Cleveland! This photo of Cleveland's historic Arcade is gorgeous. 😍 The Arcade looks so festive all decked out for the holidays 🎄

Photo: Igor Oliyarnik Photography

[12/08/20]   Who gets this????
One of my favorite Christmas Movies. We watched it last night!🌲❤️

6th Annual Santa Paddle in the CLE!
Kudos to these hardy souls that socially distanced in a most unique way!

Reimagined Winterfest touts virtual and socially distanced holiday experiences

freshwatercleveland.com For 40 years, Winterfest has been Cleveland’s symbolic kickoff to the holiday season, as well as a brightly lit attraction drawing thousands of Clevelanders downtown. To say things are different in 2020 is an understatement, though Winterfest coordinator Downtown Cleveland Alliance is preparing to...

This is Cleveland

The holidays are different this year. Luckily, different is what we do best. Make it jolly. Roam the Winter WonderLAND. #ThisisCLE

Jupiter and Saturn will look like a double planet later this month

https://www.cnn.com/2020/12/03/world/jupiter-saturn-conjunction-2020-scn-trnd/index.html

cnn.com The two largest planets in our solar system, Jupiter and Saturn, are coming closer together than they have been since the Middle Ages. This close approach, called a conjunction, will happen on December 21, but it will be visible December 16 to 25.

Old Stone Church to host coat drive to help meet the increased need this holiday season
www.freshwatercleveland.com/inthenews/OldStoneCoatDrive120120.aspx?utm_source=Emma&utm_medium=Email&utm_term=Old+Stone+Church+to+host+coat+drive+to+help+meet+the+increased+need+this+holiday+season&utm_content=Mobile+Newsletter&utm_campaign=Beauty+from+sorrow%2c+INTRO+timber%2c+Winterfest%2c+Love+Bomb%2c+wrap+it+up%2c+utility+bill+help%2c+and+more

We are participating!
Hope to see you too.

https://www.wrhs.org/events/speaking-of-cleveland-ghosts-of-christmas-past/?doing_wp_cron=1604512916.2905130386352539062500

Cleveland's Best Restaurants of 2020, As Chosen By Our Readers

So ....do you agree?

photos.clevescene.com It's that most glorious and positive time of the year when we take a step back and recognize the absolute best restaurants of Cleveland, as chosen by Scene's readers. 2020 has sucked, and it's been a particularly rough year for the restaurant industry. But that doesn't mean Cleveland restaurants are...

Our annual 1st snowfall PSA

Our annual 1st snowfall PSA

https://clevelandtraveler.com/christmas-in-cleveland/

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Day 26: What service are you grateful for?
Challenge: Say thanks!

Day 25: Who do you consider family?
Challenge: Start a Facebook group message & plan a virtual family reunion with your loved ones.

Day 24: What is a personality trait about yourself that you’re grateful for?
Challenge: Give yourself a compliment out loud!

Day 23: Who helped you during a trying time?
Challenge: Call up a loved one who’s having a hard year.

Saturday’s alright for shopping: CLE neighborhoods gear up for big impact on Small Business Saturday

https://www.freshwatercleveland.com/features/SmallBusinessSaturday111920.aspx?utm_source=Emma&utm_medium=Email&utm_term=Saturday%e2%80%99s+alright+for+shopping%3a+CLE+neighborhoods+gear+up+for+big+impact+on+Small+Business+Saturday&utm_content=Mobile+Newsletter&utm_campaign=ICYMI%3a+Shop+small+biz%2c+Changing+office+space%2c+PRE4CLE%2c+Opioids+in+pandemic%2c+FreshFaces%2c+and+more

freshwatercleveland.com Community Development Corporations around Cleveland are thinking outside the box as they gear up for Small Business Saturday amid the coronavirus pandemic.

Day 22: What is a little gesture that made your day?
Challenge: Complete a random act of kindness.

Day 20: Who is a mentor or teacher you’re most grateful for?
Challenge: Email them & let them know why they made a difference in your life.

Day 19: What book are you grateful for reading?
Challenge: Donate books to a local school or library.

Watch movie for FREE (for a limited time)

miltonssecret.com/movie Mindful Parenting comes to life in this feature film that aims to bring the Power of Now tools to the lives of our children through Presence in the Family.

Day 18: What act of kindness are you grateful for?

Challenge: Commit a random act of kindness today for someone today.

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Enjoy the stroll...

Take a stroll down memory lane with a video remembering Christmas at Higbee's. The displays always drew large crowds. http://s.cleveland.com/eHE6qzd

Day 17: What is a learning experience that you’re grateful for?
Challenge: Write an encouraging letter to your past self.

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Coca-Cola Christmas Commercial 2020

In my humble opinion this will be the 2020 Holiday Commercial❤️
Still does not surpass my absolute favorite...which I will share eventually!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yg4Mq5EAEzw

youtube.com This Christmas, give something only you can give. Be it in person, over an awkward video call, or just a quick message, making time for the ones you love is ...

Day 16: What is a nonprofit charity that you believe in?
Challenge: Volunteer your time, donate, start a fundraiser. Do what you can to help the organization!

Day 13: What season do you look forward to each year?
Challenge: Create a mood board with pretty pictures of your most beloved season.

Day 12: What is your favorite time of the day?
Challenge: Choose a time (evening, morning, noon, etc.) & enjoy a peaceful moment.