Old Brooklyn News: December Edition

Check out this month's edition of the Old Brooklyn News! This magazine is mailed quarterly to every home in the Old Brooklyn neighborhood. Each quarter (March, June, September, and December) the OB News Online feature will be the printed OBN for those who don’t receive it in the mail. In addition, we’ll continue to include new highlights below, updated events and volunteer activities, and member updates in the member portal!

Get your OB Merch just in time for the holidays!

Looking for the perfect gift? Grab OB SWAG! Limited-stock OB StreetFest totes, shirts, hats, stickers, and more are ready for your friends, family, or yourself. Order by December 10th for pickup during the week of December 15th only. Don’t wait - these favorites won’t last long!

Welcome to the Neighborhood, Gray Wolf Tavern!

Bill Bennett recently opened up Gray Wolf Tavern in the former Shade Nightclub space on State Road after acquiring the building in 2024. The interior got a facelift with a nice assortment of beverages. Kitchen is coming soon! Come play some pool and say hi to Bill!

Experience the Magic of Wild Winter Lights

Check out one of Old Brooklyn's neighborhood gems this season! The Cleveland Metroparks Zoo's Wild Winter Lights, presented by NOPEC, transforms the zoo into a dazzling holiday wonderland. With over 1.5 million lights and themed areas like Colorful Forest and Santa’s North Pole Lodge, it is sure to be fun for the whole family! It runs from 5-9pm until December 30th.

All Faiths Pantry: Community Support for Homebound Seniors

All Faiths Pantry delivers free, nutritious groceries each month to homebound seniors and people with limited mobility in the Cleveland area. These deliveries not only provide healthy, nutritious food, but also community connection. The OBCDC staff had the opportunity to volunteer with the organization in November - it was a lot of fun!

Check out the Community Updates page on our website for weekly updates! Here's a preview:

• Mayor Bibb's Junior Mayor's Association
• Cleveland Metroparks Zoo is hiring a Bilingual Community Engagement Assistant
• Cleveland Public Library events, programs, and more

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Check out the Mighty Volunteer Program! More opportunities will be available in 2026.

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This program is generously sponsored by MetroHealth.

OBCDC members can enjoy various perks, including access to a membership portal! This is where we will share member events and information.

December Updates include:



• Home Repair Recap
• Plexus Inclusion Hub Training
• YB Holiday Party

... and more!

Not a member yet? Sign up here!

Click the image to learn more about upcoming events in December, such as:

• Young Brooklyn Holiday Party on 12/10
• Plexus Small Business Inclusion Hub Certificate Program on 12/3 + 12/10
• MVP Volunteer Appreciation Party on 12/4

...and more!

Do you have an Old Brooklyn community event you think should be shared here? Or do you have an idea for a community event that you want to chat with someone about? Let us know by clicking here.