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SouperMarket to Open January 6
The fourth area SouperMarket is slated to open at 16804 Lorain Avenue on Monday, January 6. This space recently housed Big Daddy's Cheesesteaks. Matt and the gang at SouperMarket are looking forward to bringing their fine hand-crafted soups, stocks, and broths to their new Kamm's Corners neighbors and to making 2014 the best year yet! See the full menu here.
Kamm's Corners Farmers Market Offers Fresh Produce & More on Sunday, January 12
Boasting a wide variety of offerings, 20+ local food vendors gather monthly at the indoor Kamm's Corners Farmers Market located inside the Cretan Party Center, 3853 West 168th Street,  directly across from its summer location in the municipal lot. This award-winning market features seasonal produce, local cheeses, Ohio-raised meats, ready-to-eat favorites, and much more on the second Sunday of each month.
Six-Pack Challenge Begins at West Park Station
Has your six-pack turned into a keg? West Park Station offers an 8-week challenge to get back in shape! The 7th Annual 6-Pack Challenge starts January 13, and it includes three  bootcamp classes a week taught by certified trainers and a two-month membership to the West Park-Fairview Family YMCA. That membership includes Zumba classes, cycling classes, ab lab, stretching classes, and use of the pool. Plus, you get a discount on West Park Station's lighter fare menu. See details here.
In Other News
Congratulations to the local businesses who were recognized for their special efforts in making our "downtown" bright during December. This year's winners included Kamms Plaza management for their newly installed nativity scene on Lorain Avenue. A photo of the scene received more "likes" on our Facebook page than any other post. See the complete list of winners here.
A neighborhood meeting will be held on Tuesday, January 7, at 6:30 p.m. in the rectory basement of Blessed Trinity Catholic Church, located at 14040 Puritas Avenue, regarding the Puritas Avenue Resurfacing project. Plans consist of changing Puritas Avenue to a 3-lane roadway with one traveled lane in each direction and a center left turn lane. A 5-foot bicycle lane will be added in each direction. See flyer.
The Cleveland Police Patrolmen's Association celebrates 45 years with a Founders Ball on Saturday, January 25, from 6 to 11 p.m. at Windows on the River. Tickets are $60 each and include cocktails, a prime rib and chicken dinner, live entertainment, and more. See details, including ticket information, here.
Tickets are now available for The Wolfe Tones 50th Anniversary Concert Tour at Paddy Rock Superpub
on February 23. Tickets are $20 each and go FAST! Visit Paddy Rock at 16700 Lorain Avenue to purchase yours.
Phat Daddy's Kitchen is tantalizing taste buds
with gourmet sandwiches, specialty tacos, and plated specials that far exceed ordinary bar food. Located at 4363 Rocky River Drive next to Riverside Pub, it's well worth trying. Hot soup is offered daily!
Neighborhood Connections may be able to help your community group! It is a small grants program designed to assist Cleveland neighborhood groups to strengthen the social network in their communities. Grants range from $500 to $5,000. Any resident-led or community group is eligible to apply, including those that aren't recognized as 501(c)(3) organizations. The next deadline to apply is 5 p.m. on Friday, February 14.
Happy New Year! If you plan to put on your party hat and raise a toast to good times, consider walking to one of our many neighborhood establishments. Stay safe, stay local here in our easily walkable community. The staff and board of KCDC wish you peace, joy, and happiness for 2014!
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