Welcome to this month’s Old Brooklyn News Online. Here’s a quick look at what’s happening around the neighborhood, from local updates to upcoming events and ways to get involved. | | One Month in at Old Brooklyn CDC | | |
One of the things that’s stood out to me so far is just how much history and pride are wrapped up in Old Brooklyn, and I’m excited to continue to learn and have conversations with the community.
-Nicole Farley, Communications & Events Manager
| | This Month in Old Brooklyn | | See what events are happening this month in the neighborhood! Want a chance to have your event listed on our website and social media? Submit your event here. | | | |
Young Brooklyn at Spoke's & Jokes
If you’re someone in their mid 20s to 40s, living, working, or playing in Old Brooklyn, who wants to connect with other Old Brooklynites, join us. Get 25% off your Spokes & Jokes ticket with code YOUNGBROOKLYN.
- Friday, February 6
- 8:00-9:00 PM
- Sixth City Cycles
Buy Your Tickets
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Old Brooklyn Better Streets Committee
Come meet fellow bike advocates working for safer streets and learn how to get involved in our community! The committee will meet monthly in partnership with Bike Cleveland.
- Thursday, February 12
- 6:00 PM
- Sixth City Cycles
Email Us for more information
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Commercial Corridor Collab
If you have a small business (home-based, storefront, etc.) or own a commercial property, we’d love for you to attend!
- Wednesday, February 18
- 6:00-8:00 PM
- 787 Market & Cafe
Learn More & RSVP
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Homebuyer Education Class
Deep dive into how to buy a home and what you should expect throughout the process.
- Friday, February 20
- 1:00 PM
- 4274 Pearl Road, Ambassador Room
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Opening Soon - Witch Doctor
Brothers Charlie and Thomas Eby, longtime restaurant industry veterans, are bringing something new to Old Brooklyn with The Witch Doctor. The upcoming cocktail bar will focus on house-made ingredients and herbal infusions, along with a fully refreshed interior and a striking new exterior mural created in partnership with local artist Eileen Doresy. Follow @witchdoctorcle on social media for updates.
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Ziggy's Produce & Farm is OPEN!
Ziggy’s Produce & Farm, located at 4641 Broadview Rd., has served Old Brooklyn for nearly four decades. Owned by its current operators for 17 years, the neighborhood staple is now renovated and reopened for the community thanks to the support of OBCDC, Cleveland Neighborhood Progress, and the Ward 12 Community Corridor Program.
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Pearl Road United Methodist Church Finds New Temporary Home
OBCDC and PRUMC have been hard at work over the past few months to identify a temporary home for the congregation while the Memphis and Pearl project gets underway. We are thrilled to share that they have found a space in Brooklyn, Ohio, at 8235 Memphis Avenue. This former church is the perfect spot for PRUMC to settle and continue to grow its congregation before coming back to Old Brooklyn! For more information on PRUMC, visit pearlroadumc.org.
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New Wards, Same Community: Changes Ahead for 2026
You may have heard that the City of Cleveland’s ward map is changing in 2026. The Cleveland City Council was required to reduce the number of wards due to population decline, as mandated by the City Charter. To check which ward your home will be in, click here to access the Find My Ward map on the City’s website.
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Ward 4 Community Meeting
Councilman Harsh hosts monthly community meetings about various topics. OBCDC will also be there to share Old Brooklyn updates and chat with attendees.
- Wednesday, February 11
- 6:00 PM
- Estabrook Recreation Center
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City of Cleveland Annual Job Fair & Open House
Whether you’re seeking your first role, exploring a career change, or just curious about what the City has to offer, this event is the perfect way to start 2026 on the right foot.
- Wednesday, February 18
- 11 AM-2 PM
- Cleveland Public Auditorium
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Welcome to the OBCDC Team!
We’re excited to welcome three new staff members to Old Brooklyn Community Development Corporation:
- Nicole Farley, Communications & Events Manager
- Matt Jacobs, Lead Risk Assessor
- Ashton Mariner, Healthy Homes Coordinator
Each brings valuable experience and energy to our work supporting residents, businesses, and the neighborhood's overall health. We’re glad to have them on board and look forward to the impact they’ll make in Old Brooklyn.
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