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A new exhibition opening at the Maltz Museum of Jewish Heritagefeatures Pope John Paul II and his relationship with Jewish people. Jim talks to museum director Judi Feniger about the exhibition. Hear the interview
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Before Kathleen McCue came along, there was little help available for children whose parents were gravely ill. Her book How to Help Children Through a Parent’s Serious Illness has been updated since it was first published 15 years ago. Kathleen is a Certified Child Life Specialist who works with The Gathering Place. Hear Jim’s interview with Kathleen
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The best selling author of political fiction and host of “Brad Meltzer’s Decoded” has published a follow-up to his inspirational book Heroes for My Son. Heroes for My Daughters profiles dozens of women and men, famous and not-so famous who Meltzer hopes his daughter will emulate.Hear Brad talk about Heroes
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An event to benefit Special Olympics Ohio is coming up May 22nd. Over The Edge will allow you to rappel down the side of a downtown skyscraper.Jim’s doing it
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The UPS Road Code Challenge teaches teenagers about safe driving practices. The Cleveland Boys and Girls Clubs are holding an event May 15th. Learn more about it
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The World Golf Championship’s Bridgestone Invitational is coming up in August. Several charities benefit by the money raised during the tournament. Learn more about the tournament
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Daryl Hall of Hall and Oates fame has recorded a solo album called Laughing Down Crying, and he continues to host “Live from Daryl’s House,” an award winning internet show that has migrated to TV in several cities. He talks to Jim about the show, the album, and how Cleveland helped break the duo early in their career. Hear the interview and a new Daryl Hall song
Kevin Tenkku plans to raise funds for needy children to attend camp this summer, by running four 100 mile races. It’s called the Midwest Grand Slam of Ultrarunning. Hear Jim’s interview with Kevin
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Best-selling author Chris Bohjalian’s latest novel, The Night Strangers is now out in paperback. The book opens with a harrowing description of a plane crash, and evolves into a ghost story. A very well-written ghost story. Jim talked to Chris about The Night Strangers, other books he’s written that have been turned into movies, and the new book he’s writing.Hear the interview
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It’s the Diversity Center‘s 10th annual Walk, Rock and Run, May 5 at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum. Everyone who runs or walks for the Diversity Center gets to Rock for free, with free admission to the Rock Hall and to the Great Lakes Science Center and the Baseball Heritage Museum. Where to sign-up
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Adoption Network Cleveland is hosting the 20th annual Birthmothers Day Ceremony on May 12, the day before traditional Mother’s Day.Learn more about Adoption Network Cleveland
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The Domestic Violence and Child Advocacy Center is holding a benefit on May 19.Get the details
Hippies: Peace sign hand gestures, tye-dye, flower power, and circular lens glasses and you would fit in at Woodstock of 1969.
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Local author Peter Jedick’s novel “Hippies” is set around the turbulent times of the Vietnam War, and the events of May 4th, 1970 on the campus of Kent State University. He knows of what he writes: Pete was on campus 42 years ago, when Ohio National Guard troops opened fire on an anti-war demonstration.Hear Jim’s interview with Pete
