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The Cleveland Metropolitan School District (CMSD) presents the 26th Annual Rock Your World with STEAM Family Festival, sponsored by All-City Arts and the Office of Family and Community Engagement, in collaboration with The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Great Lakes Science Center, on May 3rd ,10to3.

Join us for Arbor Day on Friday, April 25, from 10-8 p.m. Enjoy free admission, giveaways, music, and seedlings for the first 300 households. The City of Cleveland will lead a tree planting ceremony with remarks at 1 p.m. A resource fair with organizations runs from 1-8 p.m. Visit holdenfg.org.

Exciting news for all art enthusiasts and creative minds! A new edition of Sickle Talk is on the horizon and in anticipation of this upcoming release, we are thrilled to announce that art submissions are now officially open! Submit by emailing [email protected].

CellWise is now on the Apple App Store! This exciting development means that iPhone and iPad users can now easily access the app and take advantage of its cutting-edge features. Download today!

Get ready for the latest episode of Sickle Talk! We are delving into the origins of Minority Health Awareness Month, spotlighting local events, sharing valuable resources and ways to engage with your community. Plus, we’re excited to introduce a fresh newsletter and app.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED: cpl.libcal.com/event/14259528 🎧 Silent Disco – Put on your headphones and dance the night away! 🛼 Roller Skating – Glide into summer fun! 🎨 Face Painting – Get creative with vibrant designs! 🎮 Gaming Tournament – Compete and win big! 📚 Free Books, Food, Prizes & More!

The Cleveland Public Library has so many events that cater to a wide range of interests and age groups. From engaging workshops and enlightening lectures to fun-filled activities for children and inspiring art exhibits, there's something for everyone. Check them out by visiting bit.ly/CPubLibrary.

Thriving Together: A Focus on Minority Health April 11, at 10-30 - 2:30pm MHealth service providers will collaborate to provide education and demonstrations on healthy lifestyle choices through food and exercise. Learn about diabetes and its impact on the body.

Getting your library card opens so many doors. It grants access to a wide range of books, films, and video games, catering to all interests and ages. Libraries often offer media rooms for study or creative activities. Beyond traditional media, some libraries lend equipment like cameras.

Healthy choices make a healthy you! Join a once-a-month (2nd Thursdays) at 10 a.m. cooking demonstration at the Stephanie Tubbs Jones Center at Cleveland Clinic.

Join us at Kovacic Recreation Center on April 5th, 10:30-1pm, for a guided session of movement, meditation, and mindfulness. Reduce stress, promote wellness, and alleviate pain.

Celebrate health & wellness on Cleveland's west side! 🏥 Get free screenings for high blood pressure & HIV, plus education & referrals at Michael Zone Recreation Center on April 5th, 1-5pm. 6301 Lorain Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44102

The Jennings Center for Older Adults will host a community health and resource fair focused on disease prevention and health and wellness for older adults. Location: Library Court Apartments 16301 Chagrin Blvd. Shaker Heights, OH 44120

Hey! If you're in the area, check out the mobile food pantry at the Stephanie Tubbs Jones Center at Cleveland Clinic. It's all about getting fresh fruits and veggies to people and families who need them. They set up on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of every month, and it’s first-come, first-served.

REMINDER: Hey! If you're in the area, check out the mobile food pantry at the Stephanie Tubbs Jones Center at Cleveland Clinic. It's all about getting fresh fruits & veggies to people & families who need them. They set up on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of every month, and it’s first-come, first-served.

Lots of Health and Resource Fairs are happening in Cleveland and the surrounding area for Minority Health Awareness Month. We'll be posting the time, location, and date here!

Do you or someone in your family have sickle cell disease? The Mayo Clinic is looking to chat about genetic therapies and your thoughts and views on them. If you're interested, reach out to Dr. Assata S. Kokayi at [email protected] for more information!

Do you or someone in your family have sickle cell disease? The Mayo Clinic is looking to chat about genetic therapies and your thoughts and views on them. If you're interested, reach out to Dr. Assata S. Kokayi at [email protected] for more information!

Case Western Reserve University is doing a study exploring the stigma in healthcare for those with sickle cell anemia. If you're interested, please see the flier below or above.

The American Sickle Cell Anemia Association is here for you! Do you need more information about sickle cell anemia? Are you in need of testing? Do you have sickle cell disease, live in Ohio, and require assistance? Contact us at (216) 299-8600 and see how we can help today!

Lisa Gelobter, a tech pioneer, held multiple positions, from Chief Digital Officer at BET to a pivotal role in development at Hulu; she has broken technological barriers. Learn more: buff.ly/41hkj0u.

Bessie Coleman was the first American of any gender and race to be awarded and qualify for the prestigious license from the Fédération Aéronautique Internationale. The FAI was the only organization that provided recognition, allowing individuals to fly anywhere. Learn more here:

Virginia Apgar, MD, devised the Apgar score in 1953 after years of studying and successfully lowered the mortality rates in newborns. Learn more about her at buff.ly/3CV0J29.

March is Women's History Month.

In 1978, Santa Rosa, California, declared Women's History Month; by 1980, President Carter proclaimed March 2-8th National Women's History Week; in 1986, 14 states had declared Women's History Month. It wasn't until 1987 that Congress declared March as Women's History Month in perpetuity.

Born James Mercer Langston Hughes on Feb. 1st, 1901, was an American poet, social activist, novelist, playwright, and columnist from Joplin, MO. One of the earliest innovators of the literary form, jazz poetry, was best known as a leader of the Harlem Renaissance. Learn more here: buff.ly/2S4iHSo.

A. Philip Randolph (1889 - 1979) was a civil rights leader, labor organizer, and socialist politician. He was a key figure in the Civil Rights Movement and the 1963 March on Washington. February is Black History Month, learn more about A. Philip Randolph here:

Just a reminder that the Greater Cleveland Foodbank and Resource Center is available for health, food, legal aid, employment, and more. Be sure to check their website regularly for updates about when, where, and what time these resources are available and if an appointment is required.

Books are a great source to self-educate and brush up on information.

Warming centers are vital during the winter. Here's a reminder that warming centers are currently open and where they're located.

Next Week: The Greater Cleveland Food Bank's Community Resource Center has resources available to the public. The Community Resource Center is located at 15500 SOUTH WATERLOO ROAD, CLEVELAND, OH 44110. Find more info at buff.ly/46BJUnn.

The Greater Cleveland Food Bank's Community Resource Center has resources available to the public. The Community Resource Center is located at 15500 SOUTH WATERLOO ROAD, CLEVELAND, OH 44110. Find more info at buff.ly/46BJUnn.

NEXT WEEK, starting Monday, February 10th, the Greater Cleveland Food Bank's Community Resource Center offers resources to the public at 15500 SOUTH WATERLOO ROAD, CLEVELAND, OH 44110. More info at https://buff.ly/46BJUnn.

Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) is the most common inherited blood disorder in the U.S. Learn more about SCD at https://ascaa.org or the National Insitute of Health. #sicklecellanemia

The Greater Cleveland Food Bank's Community Resource Center has resources available to the public. The Community Resource Center is located at 15500 SOUTH WATERLOO ROAD, CLEVELAND, OH 44110. Find more info at bit.ly/4hzZjbM. #resources #communityhealth #sicklecell