It’s a very promising time, isn’t it?
Our region is optimistic and on the move. As the biggest week in American birding kicks off, Summit Metroparks is here to help. The Grog is slowly opening up, with local artists and local food. The Screw Factory is holding its first open house of the year.
It’s free admission for a self-guided tour of Stan Hywet for Mother’s Day. Director Terrence Spivey and classic country outfit the Shootouts have kept themselves busy with new projects. Bike Cleveland’s Rolling Bike Smarts is an easy ride that promises to teach safety and get you socialized on two wheels. Yes, things are looking up.
Meanwhile, some are skeptical of the new development threatening the charm of Hessler Street, Mayor Jackson stonewalls local events organizers, and Mansfield laments a recent lawsuit disadvantaging Black farmers. So keep smiling, but don’t believe all the promises you hear.
–Thomas Mulready