Post-Election Immigration Symposium
We invite you to join us for a symposium that will bring together experts, elected officials, and citizens to explore how the results of the 2024 election cycle will affect international newcomers and immigration law. Continuing Legal Education (CLE) credits will be available for legal professionals.
Uz Jsme Doma
Uz Jsme Doma, (pronounced oosh-smeh-dough-ma), are a progressive avantgarde kazz-punk band from Czech Republic. It was active in keeping freedom during the totalitarian system in former Czechoslovakia and due to that, the band had played mostly on illegal level and in constant danger of jail. The band´s approach to arrangements is unique in the world of rock. They bring the instruments and vocals in different directions within the same scales and keys to create a dense melodic atmosphere. In addition, their rhythms often accent off-beats and half-beats, throwing the listener in unexpected directions. The band is also fond of shifts between time signatures and the insertion of extra beats in the shaping of the mood of the song. Band tours frequently whole the world - till now they visited 43 different countries, major part of them took USA (more than 700 shows in almost all states), but as well as Japan, New Zealand, Israel, France, Germany, Switzerland, Poland, etc etc. The band has, to date, released eight proper studio albums, two live albums, several DVD’s a many compilations all over the world. They collaborate to theatre, film or occasionally they play with symphonic orchestra. They collaborated very closely to the world famous band The Residents on their Freak show and later they released album Moravian Meeting, where UJD and Randy, the singer of The Residents, perform together. Artist Martin Velisek is the non-playing and mostly non/travelling UJD member. His unique, absurd cartoon style, replete with alarming flourishes of realism, gruesomeness and beauty, gives UJD records their distinct look.
IAN MAKSIN: AMOR RENATUS (Rebirth of Love)
Join renowned cellist, composer, and multilingual vocalist Ian Maksin for another amazing musical journey in search of light, love, and empowerment. This album unveils a collection of original instrumental compositions for cello, powerfully augmented into virtual orchestra through the use of loop pedal, and further expanded by sound of diverse percussion instruments ranging from trance-inducing grooves of the West African djembe to deep, heart-beat-like sound of the Mongolian frame drum. Inspired by music of Vivaldi, Mozart, Piazzolla and fused with traditional music from Africa, the Middle East and the Balkans, his new album “Amor Renatus” elevates you to a new realm outside the dimensions of time, place and identity, giving an opportunity to process deep, dark emotions, to ultimately rediscover peace and to find enlightenment and healing for the soul. Ian Maksin has created his own unique style by blending elements of different genres and traditional music from around the globe in a new way using his cello as the main unifying force. He uses the loop pedal and other electronic devices to augment the sound of the cello and turn it into a virtual orchestra. He sings pop and traditional songs from around the globe in more than 30 and writes his own originals in at least four. He has released several albums of original music for cello inspired by his world travels and collaborations with native musicians. Apart from performing the entire new album, in the second half of the concert Ian Maksin will perform other original instrumental compositions as well as traditional songs from Maksin's collection of over 200 songs in 31 languages. Portion of the ticket and merch sales from this tour will be directed to benefit humanitarian relief organizations in areas affected by war.
Cleveland Embraces Creativity with Design Competition for New City Flag
The CLE Flag Project invites artists, designers, and Greater Cleveland community members to submit flag designs that capture the city's unique pride and spirit in a contest for a new city flag. Submissions are open and will be accepted online or via mail until July 19. The top three finalists will receive $1,000 each, with the winner receiving an additional $2,000.
CLE Flag Project’s Process:
- Community Survey: Last winter, a city-wide survey engaged more than 650 Cleveland residents, seeking their insights into what makes Cleveland unique and collecting their thoughts on elements to include in an updated city flag. Results are provided on the project’s website.
- Design Contest: Artists, designers, and community members are currently invited to submit their flag designs, drawing inspiration from Cleveland’s rich culture and history.
- Committee Review: A Committee consisting of local leaders, design experts, and community members will review all submissions and select the top three design finalists.
- Public Vote: The finalists chosen by the Committee will be presented for a public vote later this summer along with the current Cleveland flag, allowing the community to have the final say in the decision.
- Adoption & Unveil: The winning flag design will be presented to Cleveland City Council for their review. If adopted, an unveiling celebration will follow.
11th Annual Cleveland Kurentovanje Main Festival and Parade
The main festival day of the 2023 Cleveland Kurentovanje will kick off with the Fifth Annual Kurent Dash 5K at 10 a.m. The celebration continues with a parade at Noon featuring cultural and local organizations, groups of masquerading friends and the highlight of the day, the Kurenti.
Following the parade, revelers will enjoy free musical and cultural performances, authentic food and drink, kids crafts and much more.
This year’s Cleveland Kurentovanje, will be celebrated both inside the Slovenian National Home and outside in the adjoining courtyard and open areas, where outdoor seating and heaters will provide plenty of space to enjoy the features of the day. Attendees should dress like they’re tailgating for a Browns game in the Muni Lot, going sledding at the Toboggan Chutes, or preparing to party outside all day in whatever weather Cleveland may bring to our festival. Participants are also encouraged to dress in costume of any kind to celebrate in the Mardi Gras tradition.
Full schedule for the day:
-
9:00 a.m.: Fifth Annual Kurent Dash 5K Race registration and packet pickup begins at St. Vitus Hall. Register for the race today: https://runsignup.com/Race/OH/Cleveland/KurentDash5K
-
10:00 a.m.: The Fifth Annual Kurent Dash 5K Race departs from the St. Vitus Parish Hall at East 60th and Lausche Ave.
-
10:00 a.m.: Gates open at the Slovenian National Home & surrounding festival grounds. New this year will be a nearly 3000 square foot Children’s Village which will feature play zones, crafting, face painting, children’s programming and more.
-
12:00 p.m.: The Parade kicks off the 11th Annual Cleveland Kurentovanje, stretching throughout the neighborhood. Departing from Saint Martin de Porres High School gym (E. 62nd and Lauche Ave), participants will proceed down St. Clair Ave, past the Slovenian National Home to Addison Rd. The procession will include the Kurenti, polka and marching bands, dance and cultural troupes, and other parading ensembles. Community organizations and groups of friends/family are encouraged to participate in the parade by signing up at www.ClevelandKurentovanje.com.
-
1:00-5:00 p.m.: Party time! Cleveland Kurentovanje is excited to offer full programming on multiple outdoor stages at the Slovenian National Home that will be sure to entertain an all-ages audience. Participants will enjoy ethnic food and drinks, free face-painting and crafts for kids and numerous musical acts and cultural performances. Cleveland Kurentovanje Kurent Pivo craft beer brewed by Collision Bend Brewing will be available for onsite purchase and consumption.
-
5:00 p.m.: The closing ceremony, called the "Pokop Pusta" in Slovenian, symbolizes the ending of the festival. Personified as a human effigy in a coffin, the festival is burned or buried until the following carnival season. The crowd will toast the burial with a Slivovitz toddy before the Kurents relinquish control back to the city.
-
5:30 p.m.: Event ends.
Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority (GCRTA) Job Fair
- Bus Mechanic
- Substation Maintainer
- Rail Body Mechanic (Train Body Mechanic)
- Rail Mechanic (Train Mechanic)
- Train Brake Mechanic
- Machinist
- Bus Brake Mechanic
- Heating/Air Conditioning Mechanic
- Bus Body Mechanic GCRTA Human Resources representatives will be on-hand to answer your questions and guide you through the job fair event. Details and additional information can be found at: www.riderta.com/careers.
