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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.

2013
THURSDAY, MAY 2
THURSDAY, JUN 6
THURSDAY, JUL 11
** Because of the Holiday, the July meeting will be on 7/11
THURSDAY, AUG 1
THURSDAY, SEP 5
THURSDAY, OCT 3
THURSDAY, NOV 7

THURSDAY, DEC 5

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Current Newsletter / Schedule: Dec. 2012 – Mar. 2013


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Upcoming Events - May

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

MAY 2, THU - 6:30 pm - $
My Friends dinner meeting

MAY 18, SAT - 5:00 pm
Tick Tock Tavern early dinner
11526 Clifton Blvd. Cleveland, 44102
(Arrive and meet 10 min. early so that we know how many seats we need.)
Delicious ribs, rotisserie chicken, beef fillets, stews, seafood, vegetarian delights, and other mouthwatering dishes. We’ll decide there if we’ll do dessert somewhere else afterwards.

June

JUNE 6, THU - 6:30 pm - $
My Friends dinner meeting

JUNE 16, SAT - 11:00 am
Gay Day at Cedar Point
1 Cedar Point Dr, Sandusky, 44870
Buy tickets online to save entry lines and $10. Online: $44.99/Gate: $54.99,
(parking $10-$12). Meet by 11 a.m. at the carousel inside the main gate. We walk at 11:10, after connect by cell phones. Lunch break about 12:30-1:30. http://www.cedarpoint.com/tickets/

JUNE 29, SAT - 11:30 am
Cleveland Pride Parade and Fest.
Meet at Corner of W. 3rd and Rockwell
Come strut yer stuff and show support. Meet at corner of W. 3rd and Rockwell by or before 11:30 a.m. and we’ll fall in in line among friends. Optional festival following; festival donation requested $10-$20.

July

JULY 11, THU - 6:30 pm - $
** Because of the Holiday, the July meeting will be on 7/1
My Friends dinner meeting

JULY 14, SAT - 1:30 pm
Annual Edgewater potluck picnic
Meet in upper parking lot picnic area near the Wagner statue.
We eat at 1:30 (to approx. 4:30.)
Bring a dish to share, your non- alcoholic beverage, a lawn chair, and something to grill if you want to. Hot dogs, buns, charcoal, paper products, and condiments will be provided.
RAIN DATE: If it’s gray, or drizzly in the a.m., we’ll still meet. If actively raining we’ll delay to Sun. the 20th

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April 21, 2013 3:00 PM – April 21, 2013 5:00 PM
Monthly Meeting

May 3, 2013 7:00 PM – May 3, 2013 10:00 PM
Arktos Bears at the Movies - Iron Man 3

May 11, 2013 9:00 PM – May 11, 2013 11:55 PM
Mr. NE Ohio Bear Contest

May 17, 2013 7:30 PM – May 17, 2013 10:00 PM
Arktos Bears at the Movies - Star Trek Into Darkness

May 19, 2013 3:00 PM – May 19, 2013 5:00 PM
Monthly Meeting

June 9, 2013 3:00 PM – June 9, 2013 5:00 PM
Monthly Meeting

June 14, 2013 7:00 PM – June 14, 2013 10:00 PM
Arktos Bears at the Movies - Man of Steel

June 30, 2013 5:00 PM - June 30, 2013 5:00 PM
Luau Party at The Stallion

July 4, 2013 11:00 AM - 6 pm
Fourth of July at Freedom Valley

July 21, 2013 3:00 PM – June 9, 2013 5:00 PM
Monthly Meeting

July 26, 2013 7:00 PM - July 26, 2013 10:00
Arktos Bears at the Movies – The Wolverine

August 2, 2013 - August 4, 2013
Bears in the Woods XIX: The Bear Necessities

Please check Arktos’ site for details, updates, or changes: http://www.arktosbears.org

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!)

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 !

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
info@arktosbears.org, arktosneoh@gmail.com
http://www.arktosbears.org

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