See our schedule below, or visit our Cleveland Bear’s Calendar Page.
| Meeting Schedule |
First Thursday of the Month Dinner Meeting*
6:30 pmat
My Friends Restaurant
11616 Detroit Ave. in Cleveland
Some folks will arrive earlier, some will arrive later, but come when you can and join in the bearish fellowship.
Don't be bashful if folks are already eating when you arrive. Just join in the fun.
* If the 1st Thursday fall on a holiday, we move the dinner to the 2nd Thursday.
2026 Dinner DatesJan 8, Feb. 5, Mar. 5, Apr. 2, May 7, June 4, July 2, Aug. 6, Sept. 3, Oct. 1, Nov. 5, Dec. 3
July:
Sunday, July 12 - 1:30 pm
Cleveland Bears Annual Summer Picnic at Rocky River Metropark
Eat at 1:30 PM. Arrive early to setup, until 4:00 PM approx.
Metropark’s Rocky River Reservation Scenic Park Picnic Area, near the Emerald Necklace Marina 1500 Scenic Park Dr., Lakewood, OH 44107
Weather: Check the Cleveland Bears Facebook page for weather related updates 2 hours before the picnic. We’ll still meet if gray or misting. Please dress for the weather, come, and have fun. We've been lucky getting the pavilion but it is first come first served, so bring a lawn chair.
What to bring: Prepared dish, purchased food, desserts, etc. to share; your own non-alcoholic beverages, and a friend!
Picnic supplies like condiments, plates, napkins, cups, charcoal, and hot dogs and buns will be provided by Cleveland Bears, funded through any donations from past monthly dinner gatherings. (Thank you!)
Website: Google Map
August:
Amish Country Trek – Excursion and Dinner
Saturday, August 22* 11:30 am
Because many Amish stores close early, and are closed on Sunday, we will begin a little earlier on Saturday, August 22.
*As this activity draws nearer additional detail will be provided. (If it's all mapped out too soon things may change before the date. So, hold the date and please keep eyes open for updates.) Tentative agenda Carpool, caravan, or meet there. It's your choice, but you’re invited to explore Amish-land, stores, food, and culture as we share a meal and explore some of the area together. Please allow drive time and try to meet on time. Cell phone coverage might be spotty.
• Meet at Lehman’s Hardware, 4779 Kidron Rd, Dalton, OH 44618, at 11:30 sharp! (approx. 1.5 hours, from Cleveland)
Then continue on to
• Berlin, Ohio – wander streets of shops, snacks, explore unique, one-of-a-kind stores
Then on to dinner at
• Mrs. Yoder's Kitchen, Mt. Hope, OH (subject to revision)
There may or may not be a quick stop at a cheese shop along the way.
Please watch for detail as the date draws nearer.
Price etc.: $$ to $$$$
Google Map
September:
Friday, September 25, 7PM – (RSPV by Wednesday the 16th at 7PM to
Bears@ClevelandBears.org so we can try to call ahead for seating.
Don Ramon Gran Fiesta Mexican Grill & Cantina Dinner
5300 Rockside Rd., Independence, OH 44131 at the Ramada by Wyndham Cleveland-Independence
We need a head count! Please reserve one week before (inf. above), then arrive on time for the dinner. Thanks in advance. "We continue to use tried and true recipes, passed down throughout generations within our family. Our tradition continues, serving the best Mexican food."
Price etc.: $$ to $$$
Website: Menu
Google Map
| Event Guide |
COST GUIDE (est.):
$ = $1 to $15 $$ = $16 to $25 $$$ = $26 to $35 (+=over) Bring small bills to dinners to make payment easier when checks cannot be split up. Thank you!
*R=RESERVE WHEN ASKED!
There are times when we have to call ahead for a table; we require your help! When people don’t call but show up, those who have called are sometimes left without seats. So, take a second to call Steve & Arron if you think might come, or send a quick email to bears@clevelandbears.org, otherwise there may not be enough room for you with the group! (A couple extra seats is better than too few. Thanks!)
| New Members |
Since some of our events are held at private homes, we ask that prospective members attend one of our public meetings or activities before inviting them into our homes. While we are trying to be a friendly and open organization, we hope that you understand the necessity for these precautions and hope to see you at one of our future public activities.
Joining is as simple as attending one of our public functions. There are no dues. The club is supported by the voluntary donations of its members. These funds are used to support club activities.
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Cleveland Bears e-mail: bears@clevelandbears.org |
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