Today, a successful tourism destination needs to appeal to all tastes and budgets -- from the glitter of a shiny new attraction to a community's heart and soul... its neighborhoods. Right in our own backyard, residents and visitors alike can find and experience Cleveland's ethnic heritage, cultural diversity and distinctive settings. THE CONVENTION AND VISITORS BUREAU OF GREATER CLEVELAND is working to spread the word that Cleveland's neighborhoods are not only worth exploring but are, in fact, one of our most significant attributes.

The Cudell/Edgewater area, for example, is an easily accessible destination for all to enjoy. Visitors may experience nature's changing faces on Edgewater State Park's hiking and biking trails, picnic spots and fishing piers. Just steps around the corner, there's yet another side of Cleveland to discover in off-beat coffee houses, up-beat delis, quiet little restaurants, quality entertainment and colorful gift shops.

Edgewater State Park

[Vase to Vase] Vase to Vase - The Flower Store & Gallery Holiday Open House and Artist Reception for photographer Deborah Boardman. Thursday, November 20, 1997, 6:00 - 9:00 pm, 10431 Clifton Blvd., 631-1441.

New art exhibit and champagne reception in the eclectic, elegant atmosphere of Jeso, a new, casual, fine-dining restaurant where "art meets food". Monday, December 1, 1997, 5:00 - 7:00 pm, 10427 Clifton Blvd., 651-2787.

[Don's Lighthouse] The land-
mark restau-
rant within sight of Lake Erie, Don's Lighthouse Grille at 8905 Lake Ave. Call 961-6700 for reservations.

Best coffee, pastry, and poetry around: Electric Espresso, 11501 Clifton Blvd., 521-4800 or Red Star Café, 11604 Detroit Ave., 521-7827. Live music, open mike nights and surprise celebrity appearances.

Hot jazz, cool blues... Brothers Lounge, 11609 Detroit Ave., 226-3560. Annual Gong Show, Wednesday, November 26, 1997, 9:00 pm. Locally known for bringing the best in Cleveland jazz groups. Jam sessions every Sunday.

[Convention & Visitors Bureau logo] For more information or to receive a Cudell / Edgewater brochure, contact Cudell Improvement Inc. at 228-4383.

In cooperation with THE PLAIN DEALER