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Happy Holidays and Season's Greetings! We hope that despite the cold, you all have a warm and joyful winter. Until next year...
Warmly,
Terri, Britiny, Monica & Natalie
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Make Sure Your Home is Ready for the Cold!
The St. Clair Superior Development Corporation has a 50/50 Matching Home Repair Grant Program, a community-focused initiative funded by the Mandel Foundation. Since October 1, 2024, we’ve awarded $50,000 in matching grants to help SCSDC neighborhood families make essential home improvements that might otherwise be out of reach. With a dollar-for-dollar match, homeowners can complete repairs and upgrades that enhance their quality of life.
Make sure your home is ready for snow, the cold, and all that winter brings... apply for our home repair program!
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In Our Neighborhood... YaYa & Co.
Gather the welcome wagons, there’s a new neighbor moving into St. Clair Superior at 1030 E. 62nd St! It was love at first sight for Candy Mashmoor, founder of organic and ethically sourced textile company YaYa & Co, when she saw the vacant, historic building on E. 62nd St. The building once housed the American Gas Association Appliance Testing Laboratory and is truly a testament to the resilience of St. Clair Superior. The building miraculously survived the infamous explosion that killed 131 people on October 20th, 1944, after a natural gas leak from the East Ohio Gas Company’s tank farm on E. 61st. And Mashmoor doesn’t plan on messing with those good bones that have stood the test of time. Her $1.8 million renovation (with help from the City) will honor the original structure and features of the building including the original conveyor belt that runs between the first and second floors.
The renovated building will house YaYa & Co’s warehouse and showroom in the south building, local HVAC manufacturer Humongous Fan in the north building, and a coworking space and onsite daycare focused on supporting female entrepreneurs in the main building. Mashmoor plans on hiring minority and female contractors, creating jobs for Cleveland residents and low-income individuals, and offering paid internships for CMSD students. Mashmoor and her team at YaYa & Co are not only dedicated to sustainability and spreading colorful happiness through their products, but they are also community-minded and will be a welcome addition to St. Clair Superior. Welcome to the neighborhood!
Check out YaYa & Co’s Unique designs:
YaYa & Co.® | Abstract, Eclectic, Organic Pillows, Bedding & Decor. – YaYa & Co.
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This month's community meeting will be our final monthly meeting in 2024! Join us to reflect on the past year, look forward to the next and express gratitude... all while enjoying a warm meal with each other!
When: Wednesday, December 18th, 6-7:30pm
Where: Kovacic Rec, 6250 St. Clair Ave.
Contact Britiny at bhubbard@stclairsuperior.org for questions.
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During this meeting, the project planners will talk with residents about how their ideas impacted the final design for the park, they will gather feedback on the final concept plan and will talk about key connectivity projects and initiatives that can tie Gordon Park South to the surrounding community.
When: Monday, December 16th, 6-7:30pm
Where: Saint Martin De Porres High School, 6202 St. Clair Ave.
Download the flyer.
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Cleveland Division of Police Headquarters is holding their first-of-the-year Community Meeting. Bring any questions, safety concerns or ideas for your community to this important meeting!
When: Tuesday, January 28th, 5:30-7:30pm
Where: Third District Police Station, 4501 Chester Ave.
Download the flyer.
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Come over to Kovacic Rec for a Job & Training Fair with presentations from Urban League of Greater Cleveland, Cleveland Neighborhood Progress, OhioMeansJobs and other community organizations!
When: Thursday, December 19th, 5pm
Where: Kovacic Rec, 6250 St. Clair Ave.
Download the flyer.
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Coming to You From SCSDC...
What's Been Going On In Our Neighborhood...
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St. Clair Superior Business Mixer
St. Clair Superior Development Corporation held its Business Mixer Relaunch on Wednesday, November 13th, at Fiyah Korean BBQ and Hotpot, located at 1253 E 55th St. The event brought together local businesses from the St. Clair Superior neighborhood to foster connections and access valuable resources, including Manufacturing Works, Jobs Ohio, Urban League of Greater Cleveland, and Team NEO. Tom McNair, the Director of the Department of Economic Development for the City of Cleveland, served as the guest speaker, discussing departmental reorganization, staffing updates and available resources. The evening was characterized by vibrant networking, delicious food, and an energetic atmosphere, marking the SCS Business Mixer Relaunch as a successful event with many participants expressing eagerness for future gatherings.
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Upcycle's 10 Year Anniversary
Local nonprofit Upcycle Parts Shop celebrated its 10-year anniversary on Saturday, November 9th, at the Lutheran Metropolitan Ministry. The event featured a whimsical masquerade theme, creating an enchanting atmosphere with fairy-like costumes, mask-making activities, and expressions of gratitude. A notable moment of the evening included Kaylia, the Executive Director of Upcycle, and her team presenting Nicole, the founder of Upcycle, with two upcycled books that captured memories of her significant contributions, along with a Rocky the rhino piñata that burst open to reveal heartfelt messages honoring Nicole's legacy. Congratulations to Upcycle Parts Shop on this milestone, with wishes for many more successful years ahead.
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Contact Britiny Hubbard, SCSDC's Manager of Community Engagement, at bhubbard@stclairsuperior.org to get more information about resources available to you. | | | |
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Senior Homeowner Tax Relief
Seniors who own a home in Cuyahoga County but are struggling to pay their property taxes may now qualify for up to $10,000 in relief to help pay their property taxes. Potential applicants can submit an online interest form. You may be asked to provide proof of residence, income and/or household membership qualification.
For more information or if you have any questions, please contact the Treasurer's Office by phone at 216-443-7400 (Option 1), by email: treascomment@cuyahogacounty.us or by visiting their website.
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BorderLight Theatre Festival 2025: Open Call for Artists
The BorderLight Theatre Festival has officially opened its Call for Artists for the 2025 Fringe Festival, taking place July 16-19, 2025, at Playhouse Square in Cleveland. This year’s festival will feature local, national, and international artists, with half of the slots reserved for talent from Northeast Ohio.
If you have any questions or need further information, feel free to reach out to Dale Heinen directly at dale@borderlightcle.org or at 216-356-6485. Download the flyer here.
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Upcoming Food Distributions & Pantries...
There are several organizations in our service area in St. Clair Superior who are helping those in need of food. Below are a few of those resources in our community.
St. Martin de Porres — Monthly Food Pantry
Where: Saint Martin de Porres High School, 6202 St. Clair Ave
When: Every 3rd Friday, 2-3pm
Details: Call 216-881-1689 with questions. Click here for more information about St. Martin de Porres.
Asian Services in Action (ASIA) — Food Pantry
Where: ASIA Cleveland, 3631 Perkins Ave. Cleveland, OH 44114
When: Fourth Friday of every month
Details: Call 216-881-0330 to register by the Thursday before each month's distribution. Click here for more information.
Northern Ohio Recovery Association (NORA) — Food Pantry
Where: NORA, 1400 E. 55th St. Cleveland, OH 44103
When: Third Monday of every month from 10am-12pm
Details: No residency or income requirements. Call 216-391-6672 for the emergency pantry, which is available Mon. through Fri. from 10am-3pm. Click here for more information.
Famicos Food Distribution — Food Pantry
Where: Hough Multipurpose Center, 8555 Hough Ave. Cleveland, OH 44106
When: The last Thursday of every month from 10am-1pm
Details: Open to all residents of Wards 7, 9, or 10. Please bring photo ID and your own bags or boxes. Fresh produce, canned goods, boxed items. Click here for more information.
Greater Cleveland Food Bank — Food Locator Tool
Details: Use this tool to enter your address and find information for food distributions near you.
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SCSDC's Stakeholder Association Membership Program
We have recently launched our Business Membership Program! Membership to our Stakeholder Association comes with several benefits: your logo and links to your organization on our website and newsletter, networking opportunities, and a member door cling. But, most importantly, it shows that you’re a part of the fabric of the community and helps share the story of this extraordinary neighborhood.
Learn more and become a member here.
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Not sure what you're looking for? Take a look at our Business Directory to find businesses in our neighborhood that may be looking for new employees! | | |
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Upcoming Programs & Events at the Addison Library Branch
Preschool Storytime (ages 3–5)
Story times for preschoolers ages 3 to 5 include stories, songs, activities, and rhymes specially designed to support reading readiness and foster the social and emotional skills that kids need to succeed as they enter Kindergarten.
*Date: Weekly on Wednesdays | Time: 10:30-11am
Words on Wednesdays
Words on Wednesdays is your weekly chance to stretch your mind and your vocabulary through crosswords and other word games.
*Date: Weekly on Wednesdays | Time: 3:30-4pm
Holiday Extravaganza!
Celebrate the holidays with us with DIY greeting cards, decorations, and a holiday gift to take home!
*Date: Friday, December 13th | Time: 4-5:30pm
Fun with Food: Cookies
Join us each quarter to enjoy a fun food-focused story and tasting. Let's celebrate a belated National Cookie Day (December 4th)!
*Date: Saturday, December 14th | Time: 12-12:30pm
Board Game Afternoons
Bring your family and friends to play classic board games and learn new ones. Exercise your turn taking, sportsmanship, teamwork, and other skills.
*Date: Saturday, December 14th | Time: 2-5pm
*Date: Saturday, December 28th | Time: 2-5pm
Friday Crafternoons
Relax at the end of the week with our Friday afternoon crafts.
*Date: Friday, December 20th | Time: 3:30-5pm
*Date: Friday, January 3rd | Time: 2-3pm
*Date: Friday, January 17th | Time: 2-3pm
Animals of the Arctic
Have you ever wondered how animals stay warm in the winter? Join us to learn about arctic animals and their amazing abilities to survive in some of the coldest places on the planet!
*Date: Wednesday, January 8th | Time: 4-5pm
For more events and programs hosted by Addison branch, click here.
Contact the library:
6901 Superior Ave., Cleveland, OH 44103
Phone: 216-623-6906
Email: Addison.Branch@cpl.org
Library hours:
Mon-Sat: 10am–6pm
Sun: Closed
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