Cleveland Bicycle Week: Bikespresso

Bikespresso: A coffee infused biking event is taking place on Saturday, May 14th at 3:30pm. The event is hosted by Phoenix Coffee Co. and Roots Cafe in Lakewood. The event will begin at The West 9th Phoenix Coffee location and make several pit stops through Cleveland on its way to The Detroit Shoreway neighborhood and its end point/after party spot- XYZ Tavern. In order to ride, bikers are asked to contribute at least a $5 donation to aide a fund to create more bike racks around the city.

Cleveland's Going to Prom!

This Friday, May 13th The Warehouse District's Velvet Dog (W. 6th) will be hosting The Cleveland Prom- claiming 'its prom the way it should have been'. I'm very excited to announce the host for the evening's event will be Dennis Haskins of MR. BELDING fame via one of my all time faves, Saved By The Bell. The evening will also boast Bayside High Cheerleaders, Prom King & Queen awards, a red carpet, and balloon drop- all with no cover charge!

Prom attire is *more* then encouraged and prom night begins at 9pm. Enjoy the 90's flash back and an excuse for a great time!

For more information check out The Cleveland Prom 2011's Facebook page.

BOOMBOX Challenge!

On Saturday May 14th The Capitol Theater, 92.3 Radio, and Melt will be hosting Cleveland's BOOMBOX Challenge. Aside from rockin' prizes and a contest of strength, this is significant to me (and many other ladies) because of the Say Anything tribute. This is pretty hot if you ask me. Unfortunately, I will be out of town for an engagement party, but I hope you all go and take lots-o-photos.

Directly from The Cleveland Cinemas Website:

Starting at 4:00 PM registered contestants will gather in front of the Capitol Theatre to see who can hold a 10 pound boombox above his/her head the longest. The winner will receive a prize package worth over $1000. Peter Gabriel’s “In Your Eyes” will play non-stop, courtesy of Radio 92.3, as contestants compete for a romantic night at the Ritz Carlton Hotel, gift certificates to Melt Bar & Grilled and Luxe Kitchen & Lounge, a sexy gift basket courtesy of Ambiance, The Store for Lovers, four Scene Fantasy Seats to House of Blues: Mega 80's, and movie passes courtesy of Cleveland Cinemas.

America's Next Great Food Truck- Its Homegrown in CLE

After some leaks on Twitter regarding the hit show and second season of Food Network's The Great Food Truck Race, it has been confirmed that Chris Hodgson has launched his newest food truck, Hodge Podge on the show. Entrepreneur, chef, and truck drive Chris Hodgson is responsible for gifting Cleveland with the truly amazeballs food truck Dim and Den Sum. The show is currently taping and competing across America as we speak, and premiers on Food Network on Sunday, August 14th at 10pm. Good luck Chris and thanks for reppin' Cleveland across the nation!

Recap of The Fantastic Tweed Ride

While I had to miss the actual tweed ride because of work, I was able to meet up with the gang post-ride at The Happy Dog. I had just bought my bike that day and was eager to take it for a spin. The Happy Dog was in full force Saturday afternoon; tweed was aplenty, beers were flowing, and dogs were slangin'. This year's ride included a bit more than 70 riders that cruised throughout Cleveland's downtown, Tremont, Ohio City, and Detroit Shoreway neighborhoods. Amazing prizes were provided by Grey Cardigan, Spin Bike Shop, and Rickshaw Bags. They are considering a ride again in the Fall, but organizers assured me there will be ride next Spring for sure. Either way, I will keep you posted on all bike events in The Cle.

Photo Courtesy of The Fantastic Tweed Ride's Facebook Page.

Dress for Success Fundraiser- THIS FRIDAY!

This Friday from 6:30 - 9:30 there will be a Dress For Success fundraiser at The Blind Pig in The Warehouse District(W. 6th Street). For $20 you can join in the fun of supporting guest bartenders as they raise money for Dress For Success while you enjoy an OPEN BAR and full buffet. Start your weekend off right by supporting a great cause and mingling with some of Cleveland's young professionals! If you are not familiar with the non profit Dress For Success, which provides office attire and business skill training for low income women, click here. Tickets can be bought at the door- See you there!

Peyton Hillis on The Cover of Madden

Well well.. I don't really know how this blog post should be written, and that is for a few reasons. Reason one: I know nothing about video games (and would prefer to keep it that way) Reason two: I don't really know that much about football. I do know I like Peyton Hillis and that I really like Cleveland publicity. So far, so good- win win. Then I was told about The Madden Curse. I'm a little superstitious, so sure I felt a little nervous initially, but after some serious thought, I realize a Madden curse is the least Cleveland has to worry about- We've triumphed over much bigger issues. So I say, bring it curse, this is Cleveland- YOU'VE GOTTA BE TOUGH!