A one dollar donation to a nonprofit organization created to advance the hospitality industry in Northeast Ohio could put an elaborate, one-of-a-kind wreath on your front door this holiday season. Twenty local organizations decorated 30” wreaths exemplifying the “Spirit of Cleveland.” From colorful cutouts of classic Cleveland personalities to a string of leg lamp lights, each wreath is an expression of the character of the community.
The fanciful wreaths are on display in the Cleveland Plus Visitors Center operated by Positively Cleveland now through December 10, 2009. Conveniently located on Public Square in what was once the Higbee department store, Winterfest-goers and downtown shoppers, residents and workers are encouraged to drop in to see the festive display and to vote for their favorite entry. Purchase a raffle ticket ($1 each or six for $5), drop it in the bag of the merry wreath you most admire and you could win that original ornamental piece to decorate your own home.
WHEN:
The Spirit of Cleveland Holiday Wreath Showcase takes place now through December 10, 2009 in the Cleveland Plus Visitors Center open Saturday, November 28, 3-8pm for WinterFest and Monday-Friday, November 30-December 11, 9am-5pm. (Wreath winners will be drawn and announced on Friday, December 11, 2009).
WHERE:
Cleveland Plus Visitors Center (operated by Positively Cleveland)
The Higbee Building, 100 Public Square, Suite 100, Cleveland, Ohio 44113
216.875.6680 / www.positivelycleveland.com/holiday_wreaths
WHO:
Anyone can purchase raffle tickets or just stop by the Visitors Center to view the showcase of wreaths created by RTA, City Mission—Laura’s Home for Women & Children, Northcoast Promotions, Inc., the International Women’s Air & Space Museum, Greater Cleveland Partnership, the Warehouse District, Time Warner Cable (Media Sales), Old Stone Church, Cleveland Play House, Historic Gateway District, Downtown Cleveland Alliance, PlayhouseSquare, JMA Promotions, A Christmas Story House, Lake Metroparks Farmpark, Arts Collinwood, Holden Arboretum, Western Reserve Historical Society, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum and The Only Cleveland Store.
HOW:
To enter to win a wreath, drop by the Visitors Center and purchase raffle tickets for $1 each or six for $5. Proceeds benefit the Spirit of Cleveland. Winners are drawn and announced December 11. Winning wreaths must be picked up at Visitors Center (no shipping). No donation necessary to see the display. For a preview of the wreaths, visit www.positivelycleveland.com/holiday_wreaths.
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