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According to Wikipedia, Women’s History Month is an annual observance to highlight the contributions of women to events in history and contemporary society. Celebrated during March in the United States, the United Kingdom, and Australia, corresponding with International Women’s Day on March 8, it is observed during October in Canada, corresponding with the celebration of Persons Day on October 18.   Let’s all take a moment to recognize...

It’s Award Season, and the Greater Cleveland Film Commission (GCFC) is hosting an exciting Silent Auction filled with unique items from this year’s nominees, winners, and surprises now through March 21st! Our grand prize includes an exclusive Black Panther In Concert + L’Albatros prize package from The Cleveland Orchestra, with additional prizes including swag from...

To paraphrase a famous line from Shakespeare’s play Hamlet, “something is rotten in the United States of America.”  Meaning that something is wrong or corrupt within a situation or major issue within our society.  Just in time for Black History Month, diversity, equity, and inclusion, or DEI, is under a shameful and misguided assault, by...

Press Release written and provided by the Ohio Department of Development https://www.hometownstations.com/news/state-awards-33-million-to-strengthen-ohio-film-industry/article_41d19926-e00b-11ef-9e7b-0fd1520b2604.html January 31, 2025, Press Release from the Ohio Department of Development: (COLUMBUS, Ohio) — The Ohio Department of Development today announced state support of more than $33 million in tax credits through two tax credit programs aimed at developing a strong film industry in Ohio.  ...

Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. once said: “Life’s most persistent and urgent question is: ‘What are you doing for others?’” He also said: “Everybody can be great…because anybody can serve. You don’t have to have a college degree to serve. You don’t have to make your subject and verb agree to serve.  You only...

While every Tuesday can be a “Giving Tuesday,” the official recognition of the event this year falls on December 3, 2024.  Giving Tuesday has been referred to as a “global generosity movement, unleashing the power of the people and organizations to transform their communities and the world.”  In simpler terms, #GivingTuesday is a day where...

According to U. S. Department of Interior – Indian Affairs, “National Native American Heritage Month is celebrated each year in November. It is a time to celebrate the traditions, languages and stories of Native American, Alaska Native, Native Hawaiian, and affiliated Island communities and ensure their rich histories and contributions continue to thrive with each...

According to Wikipedia, “National Hispanic Heritage Month (Spanish: Mes nacional de la herencia hispana) is annually celebrated from September 15 to October 15 in the United States for recognizing the contributions and influence of Hispanic Americans to the history, culture, and achievements of the United States. [1][2]” Many of you might be familiar with the names of director/filmmakers Guillermo del Toro,...

September 11, 2024, apart from being a date that will live in infamy to all Americans, is also the date of the next Greater Cleveland Film Commission (GCFC) Media Mixer. Previous events have been packed affairs featuring current and aspiring film industry professionals.  Even business owners not currently active in the industry per se, have...

Before I begin this missive, it would help to know what a social profit even is.  Right?  I can’t take credit for coining the phrase; however, it is my preferred term in lieu of nonprofit or not-for-profit.   Not a fan of either.   The use of “non” in front of something can carry a negative connotation. ...