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SUMMARY:ADVOCACY IN ACTION: WORKING WEDNESDAY’S
DESCRIPTION:Northeast Ohio Voter Advocates (NOVA) will lead the session and provide voter registration training so that we are prepared to register voters throughout our community. This training is important to ensure registrations comply with Ohio regulations. Voter engagement will be a major priority for us in the coming months\, and we hope you will join us. Even if you’ve completed training before\, please attend to brush up on registration requirements and learn about upcoming drives. \n\n\nDate: Wednesday\, August 5\, 2026 \nTime: 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm \nLocation: Unit L \nContact: Cynthia Tancer\, cynthialtancer@gmail.com
URL:https://jwacleveland.org/event/advocacy-in-action-working-wednesdays-2/
LOCATION:OH
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260805T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260805T120000
DTSTAMP:20260728T182555Z
CREATED:20260728T182555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T182555Z
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SUMMARY:SELF-REFLECTION SERIES WITH REBECCA FELLENBAUM: BOUNDARIES & HEALTHY COMMUNICATION
DESCRIPTION:In this interactive workshop\, certified life coach Rebecca Fellenbaum will explore the connection between boundaries\, self-worth\, and healthy communication. \nYou’ll learn: \n\nHow to determine your personal boundaries\nWhy so many of us struggle to say no or ask for what we need\nHow our experiences and patterns shape our relationships today\nWhy resentment\, overwhelm\, and exhaustion are signs that your boundaries need your attention\nPractical tools for communicating clearly\, honestly\, and with more confidence\n\nThrough guided reflection\, somatic practices\, and interactive discussion\, you’ll begin to identify ways to improve your self-worth and how to create and communicate your boundaries to reflect your values and priorities. \nDate: Wednesday\, August 5\, 2026 \nTime: 11:00 am-12:00 pm \nLocation: Orange Library\, 31975 Chagrin Blvd\, Pepper Pike\, OH 44124 \nCost: Free \nJoin us to move from resentment to self-respect\, strengthen your relationships\, and communicate with greater ease. \nGrab my free Slowing Down: 9 Tools to Live with Intention guide \nContact Information: \nEmail: rcfellenbaum@gmail.com\nCell: 216 389-3990 \nWeb: rebeccafellenbaum.com
URL:https://jwacleveland.org/event/self-reflection-series-with-rebecca-fellenbaum-boundaries-healthy-communication/
LOCATION:Orange Library\, 31975 Chagrin Blvd.\, Pepper Pike
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T120000
DTSTAMP:20260730T211140Z
CREATED:20260728T182853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T211140Z
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SUMMARY:ACTS OF KINDNESS AT SHOES AND CLOTHES FOR KIDS (SC4K)
DESCRIPTION:It’s Back to School time!  Please join us at Shoes and Coats for Kids\, a non-profit dedicated to its mission to break barriers to school attendance by providing new shoes\, clothes\, and school supplies for students in need. \nWe’ll help with a variety of tasks requiring minimal physical activity. \n\nCounting\, organizing and sorting inventory\nStocking the shelves of the SC4K Free Store\nStuffing backpacks\nAssembling supply kits\n\nLimit of 10 volunteers\, Carpools available \nDate: Friday\, August 7 \nTime: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm \nLocation: Shoes and Clothes for Kids located at the Greater Cleveland Foodbank Community Resource Center (15500 S. Waterloo Rd. Cleveland 44110) \nContact: Emily Metz\, mtzgobucks@yahoo.com
URL:https://jwacleveland.org/event/acts-of-kindness-at-shoes-and-clothes-for-kids-sc4k/
LOCATION:OH
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T120000
DTSTAMP:20260728T184046Z
CREATED:20260728T184046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T184046Z
UID:4909-1786528800-1786536000@jwacleveland.org
SUMMARY:ACTS OF KINDNESS AT THE CLEVELAND FOOD BANK RESOURCE CENTER’S DIAPER BANK
DESCRIPTION:We’re excited to launch a new partnership with the Diaper Bank at the Cleveland Food Bank Resource Center!  Participants will begin with a 20-minute tour to learn about the Diaper Bank’s impact\, then help count\, wrap\, and pack diapers and personal hygiene products for local families in need. Space is limited to 15 volunteers. \nDate: Wednesday\, August 12 \nTime: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm \nLocation: Cleveland Food Bank Resource Center\, 15500 S. Waterloo Rd.\, Cleveland\, OH 44110
URL:https://jwacleveland.org/event/acts-of-kindness-at-the-cleveland-food-bank-resource-centers-diaper-bank/
LOCATION:OH
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260826T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260826T163000
DTSTAMP:20260730T211231Z
CREATED:20260728T184540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T211231Z
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SUMMARY:RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE WITH THE GREATER CLEVELAND BRANCH NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF UNIVERSITY WOMEN\, INC. AND THE NATIONAL COUNCIL OF NEGRO WOMEN\, INC. CLEVELAND SECTION
DESCRIPTION:We’re all joined by blood. Your blood can save lives! Join us for a joint Red Cross blood drive with our new partners\, the National Council of Negro Women (NCNW) Cleveland Section and The National Association of University Women. When you give blood at this drive\, you’ll receive two $20 Amazon e-gift Cards. \n If you’re unable to give blood\, please thank our blood donors by making baked goods. Drop off on August 25 in the office between 9 and 1pm. Please clearly label gluten free\, contains nuts\, dairy free\, etc. \nSIGN UP HERE TO BRING BAKED GOODS\nDate: Wednesday\, August 26 \nTime: 10:30 am – 4:30 pm \nLocation: Garfield Heights Library Meeting Room\, 5409 Turney Rd.\, Garfield Heights\, OH 44125 \nRegistration: https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=WOMENDRIVEN \nContact: Cynthia Fellenbaum\,
URL:https://jwacleveland.org/event/4913/
LOCATION:OH
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260827T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260827T170000
DTSTAMP:20260827T120551Z
CREATED:20260827T120455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T120551Z
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DESCRIPTION:CULTIVATING CONNECTIONS FLOWER ARRANGING AT BIGHEARTED BLOOMS  \nJoin Cultivating Connections in a (free) flower arranging workshop on Thursday\, September 24th from 10-12. We have limited spots available! \nParking is available on-site and there is a carpool option as well. Please contact the office by September 10th if you want to be included in a carpool. \nDate: Thursday\, September 24 \nTime: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm \nLocation: BigHearted Blooms Facility\, 5122 St. Clair Ave.\, Cleveland\, OH 44103 \n 
URL:https://jwacleveland.org/event/4984/
LOCATION:OH
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260903T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260903T170000
DTSTAMP:20260828T023248Z
CREATED:20260823T195934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T023248Z
UID:4972-1788422400-1788454800@jwacleveland.org
SUMMARY:JWA CLE BOOK CLUB
DESCRIPTION:We will kick off the 2026-2027 season of JWA/CLE on Thursday\, September 3. Maria Litt will lead a discussion on Field Notes from an Extinction by Eoghan Walls for the first meeting. Please join us for what is sure to be an engaging and stimulating discussion. \nIf you would like more information about the book club or a list of selected titles for this season\, please contact Margie Hirschfeld (buster28a@yahoo.com) or Karen Singer (kbsing@verizon.net) \nDate: Thursday\, September 3\, 2026 \nTime: 1:00 – 2:00 PM \nLocation: Unit L\, 26055 Emery Road\, Warrensville Hts. \nNo RSVP needed.
URL:https://jwacleveland.org/event/jwa-cle-book-club/
LOCATION:OH
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260903T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260903T140000
DTSTAMP:20260729T175934Z
CREATED:20260728T191707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T175934Z
UID:4924-1788440400-1788444000@jwacleveland.org
SUMMARY:JWA BOOK CLUB
DESCRIPTION:We will kick off the 2026-2027 season of JWA CLE on Thursday\, September 3. Maria Litt will lead a discuss on Field Notes from an Extinction by Eoghan Walls for the first meeting. Please join us for what is sure to be an engaging and stimulating discussion. \nIf you would like more information about the book club or a list of selected titles for this season\, please contact Margie Hirschfeld (buster28a@yahoo.com) or Karen Singer (kbsing@verizon.net) \nDate: Thursday\, September 3\, 2026 \nTime: 1:00 – 2:00 PM \nLocation: Unit H\, 26055 Emery Road\, Warrensville Hts. \nNo RSVP needed.
URL:https://jwacleveland.org/event/jwa-book-club/
LOCATION:JWA CLE\, Unit H
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260903T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260903T200000
DTSTAMP:20260827T113957Z
CREATED:20260827T113957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T113957Z
UID:4979-1788460200-1788465600@jwacleveland.org
SUMMARY:LIVESPECIAL.COM BOOTCAMP PARTNER PROGRAM  JOURNEY TO ADULTHOOD: THE BASICS OF MOVING TO ADULTHOOD – TOOLS FOR FAMILIES
DESCRIPTION:When do I start planning for adulthood?  Who is going to help us make decisions?  How does my child learn skills they need as an adult? What tools can guide me? Free event! \nDate: Thursday\, September 3 \nTime: 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm \nPresenter: Amy Clawson \nLocation: Virtual event Zoom  \nQuestions? Contact: Wendy Spitz\, wendy@liveSpecial.com \n 
URL:https://jwacleveland.org/event/livespecial-com-bootcamp-partner-program-journey-to-adulthood-the-basics-of-moving-to-adulthood-tools-for-families/
LOCATION:OH
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260904T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260904T130000
DTSTAMP:20260730T182237Z
CREATED:20260728T191843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T182237Z
UID:4926-1788512400-1788526800@jwacleveland.org
SUMMARY:ACTS OF KINDNESS: BAKED GOODS DROPOFF FOR THE RENEE JONES EMPOWERMENT CENTER RED CORD NIGHT
DESCRIPTION:Acts of Kindness is supporting the Renee Jones Empowerment Center’s Red Cord Night Out\, an event that provides hope and community for survivors of human trafficking. Please click below to RSVP to drop off your baked goods. We kindly ask that you label items with key ingredients (nuts\, gluten-free\, dairy-free\, etc.). \nCLICK HERE TO SIGN UP TO BRING BAKED GOODS \nDate: Friday\, September 4 \nTime: 9:00 am – 1:00 pm \nLocation: Drop off at main JWA CLE office\, 26055 Emery Rd.\, Warrensville Heights\, OH 44128 \nContact: Emily Metz
URL:https://jwacleveland.org/event/acts-of-kindness-baked-goods-dropoff-for-the-renee-jones-empowerment-center-red-cord-night/
LOCATION:OH
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260908T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260908T133000
DTSTAMP:20260902T183333Z
CREATED:20260728T184147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T183333Z
UID:4911-1788865200-1788874200@jwacleveland.org
SUMMARY:132nd OPENING MEETING FEATURING JULIA QUINN
DESCRIPTION:Registration is now closed. Call the office to be added to the waitlist.
URL:https://jwacleveland.org/event/132nd-opening-meeting-featuring-julia-quinn/
LOCATION:Landerhaven\, 6111 Landerhaven Drive\, Mayfield Heights\, OH\, 44124\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260909T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260909T160000
DTSTAMP:20260831T024128Z
CREATED:20260728T192000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T024128Z
UID:4928-1788962400-1788969600@jwacleveland.org
SUMMARY:ADVOCACY IN ACTION: WORKING WEDNESDAY’S
DESCRIPTION:The next installment of our Working Wednesdays advocacy series: BIRDS OF A FEATHER Flock Together: Follow the Journey of Two Activists Working to Help Immigrants During These Troubling Times. \nWorking Wednesdays are in-person\, hands-on sessions designed to educate\, engage and empower advocates at every experience level. Each month tackles a timely issue\, offering opportunities to learn\, connect and take meaningful action in our community. \nThis month\, Lisa Vahey and Donna Weinberger will share their work fighting FLOCK cameras and their involvement with the Interfaith Group Against Hate (IGAH)—two efforts working to protect and support immigrants in our local communities. \nCome learn more about what is happening close to home\, how Lisa and Donna became involved in this work\, and what keeps them energized and engaged. Whether you’re new to advocacy or have been involved for years\, we promise an informative and inspiring afternoon! \nDate: Wednesday\, September 9\nTime: 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm\nLocation: JWA CLE\, Unit H\nContact: Cynthia Tancer\, cynthialtancer@gmail.com \n 
URL:https://jwacleveland.org/event/advocacy-in-action-working-wednesdays-3/
LOCATION:JWA CLE\, Unit H\, Unit H\, 26055 Emery Rd.\, Warrensville Hts.\, OH\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T200000
DTSTAMP:20260827T120105Z
CREATED:20260827T120105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T120105Z
UID:4981-1789669800-1789675200@jwacleveland.org
SUMMARY:LIVESPECIAL.COM PRESENTS: BENEFITS COUNSELING
DESCRIPTION:Benefits Counseling helps families learn how disability‑related benefits work and how they support long‑term planning. Taught by a financial educator who understands both advocacy and money matters\, this class gives families the tools to understand key programs and make choices that support their youth’s independence and future stability. \nDate: Thursday\, September 17 \nTime: 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm \nLocation: Zoom \nOrganizer: Jenna Wells \nContact: Wendy Spitz\, wendy@liveSpecial.com \n 
URL:https://jwacleveland.org/event/livespecial-com-presents-benefits-counseling/
LOCATION:OH
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260929T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260929T113000
DTSTAMP:20260828T022624Z
CREATED:20260827T121226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T022624Z
UID:4988-1790676000-1790681400@jwacleveland.org
SUMMARY:JWA & LIVESPECIAL.COM PRESENTS: QPR (QUESTION\, PERSUADE\, & REFER) SUICIDE PREVENTION & AWARENESS TRAINING LED BY ADAMHS
DESCRIPTION:With September being Suicide Prevention Month\, please join us to learn how we can support one another. \nSeptember 29 from 10:00-11:30 at the Orange Library for QPR Gatekeeper Training led by members of the ADAMHS Board of Cuyahoga County (Alcohol\, Drug Addiction\, and Mental Health Services). Free and open to the community! \nThis training offers a compassionate and practical conversation on both suicide prevention and postvention. Learn how to recognize warning signs\, support individuals in crisis\, and foster protective\, connected communities. The session will also address postvention and how to respond after a loss in ways that promote healing\, reduce stigma\, and help prevent future harm. Help us build a safer\, more connected community together. \nDate: Tuesday\, September 29 \nTime: 10:00 – 11:30 am \nLocation: Orange Library Branch\, 31975 Chagrin Blvd\, Pepper Pike\, OH 44124 \n 
URL:https://jwacleveland.org/event/jwa-livespecial-com-presents-qpr-question-persuade-refer-suicide-prevention-awareness-training-led-by-adamhs/
LOCATION:Orange Library\, 31975 Chagrin Blvd.\, Pepper Pike
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T120000
DTSTAMP:20260827T122418Z
CREATED:20260827T122418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T122418Z
UID:4990-1790766000-1790769600@jwacleveland.org
SUMMARY:NAVIGATING THE HEALTHCARE SYSTEM: HOW TO ADVOCATE FOR THE BEST POSSIBLE OUTCOMES
DESCRIPTION:Are you struggling to navigate the complex world of healthcare? Do you need help preparing for a doctor’s visit or are you not sure if you or your loved one is seeing the right provider? Don’t know where to turn for answers? \nJoin Beth Dery\, MBA\, Healthcare Advocate\, for a presentation on how to maximize the healthcare experience for yourself and the people you love. Beth will share information and strategies on how to tackle our healthcare system to ensure the best possible outcomes. She has tips to help you prepare\, stay organized and connect with your care team. \nDate: Wednesday\, September 30 \nTime: 11:00 am – 12:00 pm \nLocation: Orange Library Branch\, 31975 Chagrin Blvd\, Pepper Pike\, OH 44124
URL:https://jwacleveland.org/event/navigating-the-healthcare-system-how-to-advocate-for-the-best-possible-outcomes/
LOCATION:Orange Library\, 31975 Chagrin Blvd.\, Pepper Pike
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261001T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261001T120000
DTSTAMP:20260929T191338Z
CREATED:20260728T182434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T191338Z
UID:4901-1790847000-1790856000@jwacleveland.org
SUMMARY:KNIT FOR A CAUSE WITH DIGKNITTY
DESCRIPTION:Calling all knitters and crocheters! DigKnitty is creating adorable bears\, beautiful hats\, scarves and blankets for the Share What You Wear project along with other community projects and we need your help. \nDate: Thursday\, October 1\, 8\, 15\, 22\, 29 \nTime: 9:30 am – 12:00 pm \nLocation: Unit E\, 26055 Emery Rd.\, Warrensville Hts. \nKnitting Instructions: \nBelow are links to knitting instructions for the most-knitted items used by DigKnitty Knitters. If you cannot attend the knitting session\, you are welcome to contact Nancy Markus at 216-374-7444 to arrange for selecting yarns to take to knit at home. Completed projects would then be brought back to JWA CLE. \n\nKnitted Baby Blankets\nKnitted Bears\nKnitted Hats\nKnitted Scarves\n\nMore Information: \nEvery Thursday morning you can find up to 20 knitters and crocheters working hard around the large table in Unit H. JWA CLE generously provides the yarn for all our projects and you’d be amazed at the wonderful items our knitters/crocheters create! \nKnitters/crocheters range in age from 35 to 92 and we welcome any JWA CLE member who would like to join us.  We have a lot of fun! \n\nMany of our items go to Share What You Wear.  They use baby blankets\, hats and scarves\, large throws for teens aging out of foster care\, and small stuffed toys.\nPlush\, fuzzy bears go to S.A.N.E. (sexual assault nurse examiner).  Since June\, we’ve provided them with almost 70 bears!\nProject Warm Up gets hats and scarves every year as well as specific needs.  This year we made specific hats and scarves and baby blankets and hats to accompany the coats given to children at Haven Home.\nSpecial scarves for JFSA winter Hanukkah luncheon were lovingly made.\nShawls for Council Gardens were a bit hit at the summer get together where they were raffled off.\nPregnant with Possibilities gives our baby blankets and hats to clients who complete goals.  Their director said she “looks forward to our masterpieces” every year.\n\nThe above projects are given to JWA CLE projects\, but we also donate throughout the community. \n\nChesed Center has been the recipient of hats\, scarves\, and baby blankets.\nUniversity Settlement has been given lots of hats\, scarves\, socks\, and blankets.\nWarmUp Cleveland provides hats and scarves through the Cleveland Public Library System\, and we have supported them with hats and scarves.\nHats and scarves have been taken to Israel through missions of our members.\nThe Gathering Place and Seidman Cancer Center have been given blankets and shawls for those going through chemotherapy.
URL:https://jwacleveland.org/event/knit-for-a-cause-with-digknitty-8/
LOCATION:JWA CLE\, Unit E\, Unit E\, 26055 Emery Rd.\, Warrensville Heights\, OH\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261001T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261001T140000
DTSTAMP:20260917T202937Z
CREATED:20260917T202846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T202937Z
UID:5012-1790859600-1790863200@jwacleveland.org
SUMMARY:JWA CLE BOOK CLUB
DESCRIPTION:Lee Apple will lead a discussion on All the King’s Men by Robert Penn Warren.  Please join us for an engaging and stimulating discussion. \nFuture Book Club Choices \nNovember 5 – This Is Not About Us by Allegra Goodman \nDecember 3 – The Ferryman and His Wife by Frode Grytten \nFor more information\, or if you would like a copy of our titles selected for 2026-2027\, please contact Margie Hirschfeld at buster28a@yahoo.com or Karen Singer at kbsing@verizon.net. \nDate: Thursday\, October 1 \nTime: 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm \nLocation: unit L\, 26055 Emery Rd.\, Warrensville Hts. \nNo RSVP needed.
URL:https://jwacleveland.org/event/jwa-cle-book-club-2/
LOCATION:OH
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261007T020000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261007T153000
DTSTAMP:20261006T182857Z
CREATED:20260925T123404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261006T182857Z
UID:5017-1791338400-1791387000@jwacleveland.org
SUMMARY:ADVOCACY IN ACTION: WORKING WEDNESDAYS
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for our next Working Wednesday session as a follow up to our session on voter information and outreach. Back by popular demand is the very informed and well received director of NOVA\, Jacob Shanklin\, who will continue the discussion on ways to persuade and support registered voters.  Mark your calendars for October 7 from 2:00 to 3:30 pm at the JWA/CLE office in unit H. \n Date: Wednesday\, October 7 \nTime: 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm\nLocation: JWA CLE\, unit L \nContact: Cynthia Tancer \n  \n 
URL:https://jwacleveland.org/event/advocacy-in-action-working-wednesdays-4/
LOCATION:JWA CLE\, Unit H
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261014T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261014T120000
DTSTAMP:20260810T144347Z
CREATED:20260810T144334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T144347Z
UID:4963-1791975600-1791979200@jwacleveland.org
SUMMARY:ART MUSEUM SERIES 2026-2027
DESCRIPTION:Artists and Inspiration\nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER: ART MUSEUM SERIES REGISTRATION 2026-2027\n\n\n\nThis popular and educational 7 session series is a fabulous way to see and learn about the Cleveland Museum of Art‘s exhibits and special exhibitions. \n\n\nRegistration Fee: $80. \nSpace Available: The series is limited to 25 people per in-person class (this fills up quickly!). Zoom session is unlimited (If you travel during the winter months\, the on-line Zoom class would be a wonderful option for you. Recordings of the on-line Zoom presentations will be available to all registrants should you miss a session.) \n\n\nSeries Overview: \nCMA Up Close – Through the Artist’s Eyes\, Presented by the Cleveland Museum of Art \n\nArtists let us see the world through their eyes\, transporting us through time and space. Throughout history\, art has been used to record our daily lives\, share our connections with people and our environment\, and to visualize what we cannot see—such as the spiritual realm. \nTiming Options: Classes Meet the Second (full) week of each month: \nIn-person classes at 11:00 am -12:00 pm \n\nWed. – 10/14\, 11/11\, 12/9\, 1/13\, 3/10\, 4/14\, 5/12 – SOLD OUT!\nFri. – 10/16\, 11/13\, 12/11\, 1/15\, 3/12\, 4/16\, 5/14 – SOLD OUT!\n\nIn-person classes at 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm \n\nWed. – 10/14\, 11/11\, 12/9\, 1/13\, 3/10\, 4/14\, 5/12\n\nZoom classes at 6:00 pm – 7:00 \n\n\nTues. – 10/13\, 11/10\, 12/8\, 1/12\, 3/9\, 4/13\, 5/11\n\n\nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER: ART MUSEUM SERIES REGISTRATION 2026-2027
URL:https://jwacleveland.org/event/art-museum-series-2026-2027/
LOCATION:OH
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261016T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261018T170000
DTSTAMP:20260827T113830Z
CREATED:20260827T113830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T113830Z
UID:4977-1792144800-1792342800@jwacleveland.org
SUMMARY:DESIGNER DRESS DAYS
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://jwacleveland.org/event/designer-dress-days/
LOCATION:OH
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T120000
DTSTAMP:20260929T192416Z
CREATED:20260929T192416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T192416Z
UID:5020-1792490400-1792497600@jwacleveland.org
SUMMARY:ACTS OF KINDNESS: TRICK OR TREAT BAG STUFFING
DESCRIPTION:Acts of Kindness will be decorating and assembling Halloween treat bags for Laura’s Home\, a comprehensive residential crisis center and shelter for women and children run by The City Mission.  The bags will be handed out at their annual Trunk or Treat event. \nDate: Tuesday\, October 20 \nTime: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm \nLocation: JWA CLE\, Unit E \nContact: Emily Metz\, mtzgobucks@yahoo.com
URL:https://jwacleveland.org/event/acts-of-kindness-trick-or-treat-bag-stuffing/
LOCATION:JWA CLE\, Unit E\, Unit E\, 26055 Emery Rd.\, Warrensville Heights\, OH\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T131500
DTSTAMP:20260930T004520Z
CREATED:20260929T192747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260930T004520Z
UID:5025-1792497600-1792502100@jwacleveland.org
SUMMARY:NEWISH & JEWISH – EARLY AMERICAN HISTORY: JEWISH EDITION LED BY CHERYL GORDON
DESCRIPTION:Did your teachers  ever mention that 1492\, 1776\, 1865  were all important dates in Jewish history?  Probably not. Well\, we were here and we mattered.   Let’s learn a little about the many amazing contributions\, trials\, tribulations and victories that Jews experienced here when the USA was young. \n Date: Tuesday\, October 20 \nTime: 12:00 pm – 1:15 pm \nLocation: Zoom \nContact: Cheryl Gordon \n 
URL:https://jwacleveland.org/event/newish-jewish-early-american-history-jewish-edition/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261021T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261021T120000
DTSTAMP:20260929T193054Z
CREATED:20260929T193054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T193054Z
UID:5027-1792580400-1792584000@jwacleveland.org
SUMMARY:AVOIDING SCAMS WITH JON STEIGER
DESCRIPTION:Jon Steiger\, Retired Regional Director at Federal Trade Commission\, will discuss the current environment of frauds and scams and how we can better protect ourselves. \n“There is a scam for everyone\,” Jon Miller Steiger\, retired director of the East Central Region of the FTC\, said. “Any one of us\, on the wrong day\, can easily click on the wrong link or pick up the phone when we shouldn’t have and end up turning money over or turning information over to scammers.” \nYour telephone rings from a local phone number. When you answer\, there’s a recording saying the sheriff is coming for you because you owe back taxes. Should you press 1 to talk to the sheriff? \nYou get an email from your bank claiming you need to confirm your security information by clicking on a link. Should you click on the link just to make sure? \nJon will cover these issues and more on how people can protect themselves\, their families and their businesses from fraud and scams. \nDate: Wednesday\, October 21 \nTime: 11:00 am – 12:00 pm \nLocation: Orange Library Branch\, 31975 Chagrin Blvd\, Pepper Pike\, OH 44124 \nSpeaker: Jon Steiger\, Retired Regional Director at Federal Trade Commission \nContact: Berna Bader \n 
URL:https://jwacleveland.org/event/avoiding-scams-with-jon-steiger/
LOCATION:Orange Library\, 31975 Chagrin Blvd.\, Pepper Pike
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261022T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261022T140000
DTSTAMP:20260929T193205Z
CREATED:20260929T193205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T193205Z
UID:5029-1792670400-1792677600@jwacleveland.org
SUMMARY:STOP HUMAN TRAFFICKING: TOUR OF RENEE JONES EMPOWERMENT CENTER
DESCRIPTION:Join a site visit to the Renee Jones Empowerment Center\, Cleveland’s only nonprofit dedicated solely to supporting human trafficking and sexual assault survivors. Meet Renee Jones\, the passionate leader behind the center\, explore the safe and welcoming environment where lives are being rebuilt and learn about the transformative programs — from trauma-informed care and counseling to education\, advocacy\, and survivor empowerment. \nSpace is limited (20 participants)\, register soon! Boxed lunch is provided. \nDate: Thursday\, October 22 \nTime: 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm (Meet at JWA CLE\, Unit L at 11:15 am if carpooling) \nLocation: Renee Jones Empowerment Center: 3764 Pearl Rd Suite #200\, Cleveland\, OH 44109 \nContact: Emily Metz\, mtzgobucks@yahoo.com \n 
URL:https://jwacleveland.org/event/stop-human-trafficking-tour-of-renee-jones-empowerment-center/
LOCATION:OH
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261023T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261023T110000
DTSTAMP:20261001T133320Z
CREATED:20260929T193457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261001T133320Z
UID:5031-1792747800-1792753200@jwacleveland.org
SUMMARY:TRAUMA INFORMED CARE TRAINING
DESCRIPTION:JWA CLE is delighted to welcome back Chava Harris of Bellefaire JCB to lead another Trauma Informed Care workshop for our members volunteering with scholars in our community. The program is targeted to volunteers of Girls Book Club\, Reading Buddies and Focus on Foster Care though all JWA/CLE members are welcome. \n Date: Friday\, October 23 \nTime: 9:30 am – 11:00 am \nLocation: Beachwood Public Library \nContact: Rena Wertheim \n  \n 
URL:https://jwacleveland.org/event/trauma-informed-care-training/
LOCATION:Beachwood Library\, 25501 Shaker Blvd.\, Beachwood\, OH\, 44122\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261027T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261027T120000
DTSTAMP:20260929T193549Z
CREATED:20260929T193549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T193549Z
UID:5033-1793095200-1793102400@jwacleveland.org
SUMMARY:HEART-SHAPED PILLOW PROJECT
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a meaningful morning of community service as we sew and stuff pillows for patients recovering from breast cancer surgery.  These special pillows provide comfort and support during the healing process and are greatly appreciated by recipients.  No sewing experience is necessary—there are tasks for everyone\, and all materials will be provided. \nWhether you are a returning volunteer or joining us for the first time\, we would love to have you participate in  this rewarding project. \nDate: Tuesday\, October 27 \nTime: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm\nLocation: JWA CLE\, Unit H \nContact: Joanne Grossberg \nRegistration: RSVP to Joanne Grossberg\, Joannegrossberg@gmail.com \n 
URL:https://jwacleveland.org/event/heart-shaped-pillow-project-2/
LOCATION:JWA CLE\, Unit H
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261028T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261028T140000
DTSTAMP:20260929T193739Z
CREATED:20260929T193721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T193739Z
UID:5035-1793192400-1793196000@jwacleveland.org
SUMMARY:TOUR OF THE DARL CENTER FOR THE ARTS
DESCRIPTION:Unique /yu̇-ˈnēk/ Adjective: Being the only one of its kind. \nWhen describing The Darl Center\, one word that applies is unique. Imagine spending over 50 years collecting the things you love\, you find beautiful\, you receive as a gift from the most interesting people in the world. \nNow find a location with such imagination\, designed to impress\, and give it 120 years to find its real purpose. Match that collection of memories\, artifacts\, love affairs and luck with architecture that inspires and surprises. Put this mixture in the care of a master showman and storyteller and you have The Darl Center. \nDiscover a life filled with adventure\, travel\, curiosity\, and opportunity\, be inspired to create\, to collect and to love every day. The Darl Center is a visual feast\, the table is set with wonders and a taste for life that few have tried. We always ask our guests the same question. If you wanted to display what your life collected\, what would that look like? \nDate: Wednesday\, October 28 \nTime: 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm \nLocation: The Darl Center for the Arts 5437 Broadway Ave.\, Cleveland\, OH 44127 \nContact: Berna Bader \n 
URL:https://jwacleveland.org/event/5035/
LOCATION:OH
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261028T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261028T140000
DTSTAMP:20260929T195143Z
CREATED:20260929T195143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T195143Z
UID:5049-1793192400-1793196000@jwacleveland.org
SUMMARY:TOUR OF THE DARL CENTER FOR THE ARTS
DESCRIPTION:Unique /yu̇-ˈnēk/ \nAdjective: Being the only one of its kind. \nWhen describing The Darl Center\, one word that applies is unique. Imagine spending over 50 years collecting the things you love\, you find beautiful\, you receive as a gift from the most interesting people in the world. \nNow find a location with such imagination\, designed to impress\, and give it 120 years to find its real purpose. Match that collection of memories\, artifacts\, love affairs and luck with architecture that inspires and surprises. Put this mixture in the care of a master showman and storyteller and you have The Darl Center. \nDiscover a life filled with adventure\, travel\, curiosity\, and opportunity\, be inspired to create\, to collect and to love every day. The Darl Center is a visual feast\, the table is set with wonders and a taste for life that few have tried. We always ask our guests the same question. If you wanted to display what your life collected\, what would that look like? \nDate: Wednesday\, October 28 \nTime: 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm \nLocation: The Darl Center for the Arts 5437 Broadway Ave.\, Cleveland\, OH 44127 \nContact: Berna Bader \n 
URL:https://jwacleveland.org/event/tour-of-the-darl-center-for-the-arts/
LOCATION:OH
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261105T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261105T120000
DTSTAMP:20261023T011006Z
CREATED:20261023T011006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261023T011006Z
UID:5106-1793871000-1793880000@jwacleveland.org
SUMMARY:KNIT FOR A CAUSE WITH DIGKNITTY
DESCRIPTION:Calling all knitters and crocheters! Join DigKnitty on Thursday mornings as members create bears\, hats\, scarves\, blankets and more for Share What You Wear and other community partners. All skill levels are welcome. \n Date: Thursday\, November 5\, 12\, 19\, 26 \nTime: 9:30 am – 12:00 pm \nLocation: Unit E \nContact: Nancy Markus
URL:https://jwacleveland.org/event/knit-for-a-cause-with-digknitty-9/
LOCATION:JWA CLE\, Unit E\, Unit E\, 26055 Emery Rd.\, Warrensville Heights\, OH\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261105T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261105T150000
DTSTAMP:20260930T155753Z
CREATED:20260827T121016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260930T155753Z
UID:4986-1793872800-1793890800@jwacleveland.org
SUMMARY:STOP HUMAN TRAFFICKING: “DONE IN A DAY” PACKING KITS FOR RENEE JONES EMPOWERMENT CENTER
DESCRIPTION:The Stop Human Trafficking team will host a “Done in a Day” care-kit packing event\, and we need volunteers! \nTogether\, we’ll assemble care kits that will be donated to the Renee Jones Empowerment Center for distribution to individuals and communities impacted by human trafficking and other critical needs. \nYour time can make a difference. Join us and help us get these much-needed kits into the hands of those who need them most! \nDate: Thursday\, November 5 \nTime: 10:00 am – 12:30 pm and 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm \nLocation: Unit E\, 26055 Emery Rd.\, Warrensville Heights\, OH 44128 \nTWO REGISTRATION TIMES AVAILABLE:\nSESSION 1 (10:00 AM – 12:30 PM)\nSESSION 2 (12:30 PM – 3:00 PM)\nPlease call the office if you prefer to register via phone.
URL:https://jwacleveland.org/event/stop-human-trafficking-done-in-a-day-packing-kits-for-renee-jones-empowerment-center/
LOCATION:OH
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