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The Cleveland Bears is a social group for gay "bears" (furry and/or bearded men) and their admirers. The group was formed to provide opportunities for social interaction among the members of the bear community of Northeast Ohio. Our functions include activities such as potluck dinners, picnics, amusement park outings, movie nights, and more. Membership in the organization is open to all. Joining is as simple as attending one of our public functions.

See our schedule below, or visit our new Cleveland Bear's Calendar Page.

Meeting Schedule

6:30 pm
First Thursday of the Month (**unless it falls on a holiday.)
at
My Friends Restaurant
11616 Detroit Ave. in Cleveland
216-221-2575
http://maps.google.com/maps?q=11616+Detroit+Ave,+Cleveland,+OH+44102&iwloc=A&hl=en

Some folks will arrive earlier, some will arrive later, but come when you can and join in the bearish fellowship.
We no longer wait to order at the same time, since that tends to create chaos for the restaurant's kitchen.
Don't be bashful if folks are already eating when you arrive.  Just join in the fun.

THURSDAY, JULY 1
THURSDAY, AUG 5
THURSDAY, SEPT 2
THURSDAY, OCT 7
THURSDAY, NOV 4
THURSDAY, DEC 2

Bear Coffee
Bear Coffee - 6:30 pm on the First & Third Fridays of the Month at Willow Coffee House, 11620 Madison Ave., Cleveland, Ohio.

Newsletter
Did you misplace your newsletter? You can download it here as an Adobe PDF file and re-print it!

Current Newsletter / Schedule - JUNE - AUGUST 2010

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Upcoming Events
The Calendar Key:
Cost guide is an estimate only: $ = $0-$15 / $$ = $16-$25 / $$$ = $26+
(R) = reserve A.S.A.P or by given date!

June

JUNE 3 - THU | 6:30 pm | $
My Friends dinner meeting†

JUNE 20 - SUN | 11:30 am sharp | $$$+
Cedar Point [Unofficial Gay Day]
1 Cedar Point Drive, Sandusky
Pre-purchase tickets recommended (from AAA, etc.). Meet inside the main gate by the carousel by 11am. After 11:15 call 216-548-8962 to meet. We may eat at the buffet near entrance or grab a bite along the way. Parking about $10
www.cedarpoint.com

JUNE 26 - SAT | 11:30 am meet | $ - Please note change in date of Pride!
22nd Cleveland Pride Parade & Fest.
Meet at 4th and Rockwell at 11:30.
Dress for the weather and come strut your stuff as we walk (or roll, or ride) together to show pride and support. Step-off is about noon, arrive earlier. Parade ends at Voinovich Park; festival admission donation $5 - $10.
www.clevelandpride.org

July

JUL 1 - THU | 6:30 pm | $
My Friends dinner meeting†

JUL 11 - SUN | NOON SHARP - 4PM
Smokey The Bear’s 65th Birthday Party – Penitentiary Glen Metropark
8668 Kirtland-Chardon Road, Kirtland
Meet at the rock circle in front of the nature center by noon with your own packed picnic lunch. At noon, our own Dan B. will meet & greet us, and take us to a picnic area. Around 1:30-2:00 he’ll give a little tour. Grills avail. Flyer avail. here.
Park and event details: http://reservations.lakemetroparks.com/programs/11803

JUL 17 - SAT | NOON | $
Downtown Willoughby Arts Festival
Erie Street, Downtown Willoughby
Arrive and find parking early then meet just outside of the Arabica, 4148 Erie Street (inside if drizzling – canceled if actively raining). After browsing the festival, we’ll wander a short drive away from the crowds to Jalapeño Loco (2789 Mentor Ave., Mentor) for lunch. Directions for those interested given at the event.

August

AUG 5 - THU | 6:30 pm | $
My Friends dinner meeting†

AUG 28 - SAT | 1:00 pm
Annual Edgewater Potluck Picnic
Upper-end Edgewater Park, Cleveland
Meet near the Wagner statue in the upper (west) parking lot. We’ll eat at 1:30. Ends around 4:30-5:00.
RAINDATE is AUG 29 - Sun | 1:00**.
Bring a prepared dish of food to share (hot or cold), anything you’d like to throw on the grill, your favorite beverage, and maybe a folding chair. Hot dogs and buns, paper plates and napkins, plasticware, condiments, and charcoal will be provided!

**If gray event will go on, if actively raining both days event will be cancelled.

September

SEPT 2 - THU | 6:30 pm | $
My Friends dinner meeting†

New schedules out 1st week of Sept.

Cost 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!)

Hosts Wanted!
We’re always looking for people who want to host a potluck or get together. If you’re willing and have space, please email bears@clevelandbears.org !

Cafe Press
Cleveland Bears now has a wide selection of club items you can order from Café Press!

http://cafepress.com/clevelandbears
http://cafepress.com/clevelandbears2
http://cafepress.com/clevelandbears3

T-shirst, shorts, hats, teddy bears, stickers, pins and more are available for order at this address: cafepress.com/clevelandbears, and available in a few colors and full range of sizes, including for large guys. Check it out, and wear one to PRIDE or Cedar Point. (Note: The club does not make any profit off these items, they’ve just been made available for those interested.)

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 pay for newsletter and PO Box expenses.

LOGO Cleveland Bears e-mail: bears@clevelandbears.org

P.O. Box 14756
Cleveland OH 44114

All all text and graphics above this point copyright 1999, 2009, 2010. The Cleveland Bears.

Cleveland is lucky enough to have two "bear" clubs in the area. We're one and ARKTOS is the other. You can contact them at:
PO Box 14838
Cleveland OH 44114
arktosneoh@gmail.com
http://sites.google.com/site/arktoscamping2009/


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