Pedal for Prizes Turns 15:

Old Brooklyn’s Favorite Ride Returns

On May 17^th, Pedal for Prizes is back for its 15^th year! This beloved neighborhood bike-riding event has grown from a few dozen riders in its first year to about 500 in recent years, becoming one of the largest free cycling events in Northeast Ohio. Every spring, community members embark on a group bike ride through the Old Brooklyn neighborhood, visiting local businesses and other landmark spots to collect raffle tickets for the chance to win unique prizes, including brand new bicycles.  

Ready, Set, REFERRAL!

OB small business owners, join the race for OBCDC’s first-ever Carey Award! From now through October 14, you can refer donors to the 50 for 50 Campaign. Rally your customers, neighbors, and friends to help build a vibrant new Community Room and earn recognition, an OB News ad, and bragging rights!

Help Shape the Future of Memphis & Pearl!

The Memphis & Pearl Redevelopment is moving forward, and we need your input on the outdoor spaces, greenspace, and building design. To make your voice heard, join us for a community meeting on May 7, 2025, at Pearl Road United Methodist Church from 6:30–7:30 P.M. Can't attend? Share your feedback online by taking our quick survey! 

Old Brooklyn Rolls Deep: Pedal for Prizes Dream Team

What do a coffee shop, exterminating company, ice cream shop, two graphic design firms, and a bicycle/plant shop have in common? Besides calling Old Brooklyn home, these businesses, along with a few engaged residents, lead the efforts of Pedal for Prizes on the planning committee. Be sure to stop by Speed Exterminating Company, Metropolitan Coffee, Honey Hut Ice Cream, JAC Creative, Kristen Wilson Design, and Sixth City Cycles to support these businesses and say thank you for putting on such a great event!

Spring Into Action: Clean Up Memphis Ave with the Mighty Volunteers!



Join us for the first community clean-up of the year on May 10th! Our Mighty Volunteers will be cleaning up Memphis Avenue from 10am-12pm. Meet us at 787 Cafe and stay for lunch afterwards! Our volunteer program is generously sponsored by Lowe's! 

Write On! Students Team Up with OBCDC

Baldwin Wallace University students in the Jacket Philanthropy Program partnered with OBCDC this spring to write a grant for a rental supplies library to help community members access tools and equipment for community events and programming. Although we didn’t win the grant award, the team valued the hands-on experience and meaningful connections made while supporting neighborhood needs through service learning.

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

• Residential Assistance Program Information
• Support Cleveland Neighborhoods (Ordinance 113-2025)
• Old Brooklyn Historical Society Talk

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We're excited to share some upcoming volunteer opportunities with the OB MVPs! Sign-ups are open for:

• Memphis Ave Community Cleanup on May 10
• Old Brooklyn Farmers Market opportunities
• Community cleanups

This program is generously sponsored by MetroHealth.

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

May Updates include:



• Pocket Park Developments
• Broadview Road Implementation Plan
• Crooked River Exploration Camp Update

... and more!

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

• Snowflake Comedy Show on May 2
• Better Streets Committee at Sixth City Cycles on May 8
• Young Brooklyn @ Pedal for Prizes on May 17

...and more!

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