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One World Day Puts Spotlight on Cultural Gardens
08/27/2024
Tags: Federation, Advocacy, Volunteer
ABIGAIL PREISZIG | CJN
Article reprinted with permission from Cleveland Jewish News
The 78th Annual One World Day in the Cleveland Cultural Gardens promoted the sharing of over 50 cultures through a diverse group of people, heritages, entertainment and food Aug. 25.
Hosted by Cleveland Cultural Gardens Federation with Councilman Kevin Conwell and the city of Cleveland, almost 35,000 attendees explored 250 acres with over 40 gardens on both East Boulevard and Martin Luther King Jr. Drive.
The day began at 11 a.m. with a Naturalization Ceremony for 26 new U.S. citizens at the Centennial Peace Plaza Stage, followed by the Parade of Flags kick off at noon that marched north on Martin Luther King Jr. Drive.
Among the approximate 1,000 parade participants, waving flags and donning traditional clothing of their heritage, were 50 Jewish and Israelis including community members and representatives from the Jewish Federation of Cleveland, Jewish Family Service Association of Cleveland’s Horvitz YouthAbility group and the 2024-25 shin shinim, Israeli teen emissaries, representing the
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Explore the world in your own backyard – at the 78th annual One World Day. The day features a naturalization ceremony for new U.S. citizens, a Parade of Flags, and ethnic food, music and dance in all our Cultural Gardens. One of Cleveland’s finest and most festive events.
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Presented by Cleveland Cultural Gardens Federation at Cleveland Cultural Gardens, Cleveland OH
One World Day celebrates the many cultures of Northeast Ohio through music, food, dance, and a Parade of Flags.
One World Day celebrates its 75th anniversary in 2021 in the Cleveland Cultural Gardens. The day features a Parade of Flags, with units from more than 30 countries and cultures. The opening ceremonies follow, and include a naturalization ceremony for new U.S. citizens. Music and dance in each of the Gardens can be enjoyed throughout the day – along with great ethnic food.
The event also hosts a Children’s Village, where kids can learn to write their name in different languages and games and ... view more »
One World Day celebrates its 75th anniversary in 2021 in the Cleveland Cultural Gardens. The day features a Parade of Flags, with units from more than 30 countries and cultures. The opening ceremonies follow, and include a naturalization ceremony for new U.S. citizens. Music and dance in each of the Gardens can be enjoyed throughout the day – along with great ethnic food.
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Passport to Peace: One World Day embraces cultural diversity
The Cleveland Cultural Gardens will come alive with the sights, sounds, and flavors of more than 50 cultures for the 78th annual One World Day (OWD) this Sunday, August 25, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard will be closed from the Cleveland Metroparks North Marginal Trail to the Louis Stokes Cleveland VA Medical Center—transforming the street into a pedestrian-friendly celebration filled with cultural displays, live music, vendors, dance performances, educational activities, a variety of international cuisine, and three beer gardens.
One World Day“It's a very interesting way to learn about the diversity we have here in Cleveland and how the gardens bring everybody together to work on understanding each other and each culture that we have,” says event producer and filmmaker Johnny Wu, who also organizes the popular Cleveland Asian Festival and owns the International Horror Film Festival.
OWD will begin with a Naturalization Ceremony at 11 a.m. at the Centennial Peace Plaza, where new U.S. citizens will take their oaths of allegiance. Wu says this ceremony is a highlight of the day, symbo