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  • Historical Ohio City Taverns- Great Lakes Brewery!

    Great Lakes Brewing Company 2516 MARKET AVE, Cleveland, OH, United States

    Join Cleveland historian Tom Kaschalk for a fascinating look at Cleveland’s tavern culture and the neighborhood that helped shape it. Through historic photographs and lively stories, the presentation explores the immigrant-owned saloons, brewery taverns, and neighborhood bars that became the social centers of Cleveland life. Because the program takes place at the iconic Great Lakes Brewing Company, the talk will include a special focus on Ohio City’s brewing heritage and taverns through the years, drawing from Kaschalk’s books Cleveland Neighborhood Taverns: A Pub Crawl Through History and his new release Cleveland’s Ohio City Neighborhood. Tom Kaschalk is a lifelong Clevelander […]

  • Unlock Your Family Story – Genealogy Help Session

    WRHS Cleveland History Center 10825 East Blvd., Cleveland, OH, United States

    Hosted by: WRHS Genealogical Committee  Join us for a hands-on genealogy help session at the WRHS Cleveland History Center Research Library. Whether you’re just beginning your family history journey, stuck on a challenging branch, or trying to interpret a difficult record, this informal session offers the opportunity to work alongside experienced researchers and explore new strategies. Participants are encouraged to bring their questions, research notes, or areas of interest. Members of the WRHS Genealogical Committee—including local researcher Tom Kaschalk—will be available to offer guidance, share resources, and help point you in the right direction. This is a relaxed, collaborative environment […]

  • Cleveland’s Ohio City Neighborhood

    Cleveland Public LIbrary- Carnegie West 1900 Fulton Rd, cleveland, OH, United States

    Join local historian and author Tom Kaschalk as he brings Ohio City’s rich past to life through historic photographs and stories drawn from Cleveland’s archives. From the dramatic 1836 “Battle of the Bridge” to the neighborhood’s industrial growth, immigrant communities, architectural landmarks, mid-century challenges, and modern revival, this presentation traces the remarkable evolution of one of Cleveland’s oldest neighborhoods. This program is especially meaningful at the historic Carnegie West Branch of the Cleveland Public Library—a landmark whose story, along with its surrounding churches, taverns, and commercial avenues, is featured in the book.

  • Grand Opening Author Event- Barnes & Noble Aurora

    Barnes & Noble- Aurora 7555 Market Place Drive, Aurora, OH, United States

    ABOUT THIS EVENT Please come and enjoy an evening with us as we host local author Tom Kaschalk. Native Clevelander and founder of My Cleveland History Tom Kaschalk honors the legendary watering holes that shaped Cleveland’s communities, hosted vibrant music scenes and served as the backdrop to both good times and life-changing events. Cleveland’s neighborhood taverns are more than just places to grab a drink—they’re snapshots of the city’s history, rich with tales of community, celebration and even scandal. Built by hardworking immigrants chasing the American Dream, these taverns were where workers cashed their paychecks, swapped stories, celebrated victories and sometimes […]

  • Cleveland Neighborhood Taverns: A Pub Crawl Through History

    Kirkland Public Library 9267 Chillicothe Rd,, Willoughby, OH, United States

    Please join us at the Kirkland Public Library! Prepare for a fascinating historical stroll through Cleveland, where we'll explore the sites of some of the city's most legendary and iconic taverns. We'll uncover the compelling stories and colorful characters that shaped these vital neighborhood gathering spots. While many of these historic establishments are no longer standing, their legacies deeply resonate within the city's collective memory. This event is perfect for history enthusiasts and anyone seeking a unique and engaging way to experience Cleveland's vibrant past and honor the enduring stories of its beloved neighborhood bars. Don't miss this unique virtual pub crawl through the heart […]

  • Fall Festival- Kirkland Public Library

    Kirkland Public Library 9267 Chillicothe Rd,, Willoughby, OH, United States

    Join me along with other local authors for the Kirkland Public Library Fall Fest! I look forward to discussing both my Cleveland Neighborhood Taverns book and my recently released Cleveland's […]

  • Cleveland’s Ohio City Neighborhood- PRIVATE EVENT

    Pioneer Ridge- North Ridgeville 9479 Saw Mill Trace, North Ridgeville, OH, United States

    Join local historian and author Tom Kaschalk as he brings Ohio City’s rich past to life through historic photographs and stories drawn from Cleveland’s archives. From the dramatic 1836 “Battle of […]

  • Cleveland Neighborhood Taverns: A Pub Crawl Through History

    Mentor Public Library 8215 Mentor Ave, Mentor, OH, United States

    This presentation brings Cleveland’s rich tavern history to life through rare photographs, untold stories and colorful characters. From immigrant-owned saloons to iconic neighborhood bars, it’s a journey through the city’s […]

  • Czech Holiday Fair

    Bohemian National Hall 4939 Broadway Ave, Cleveland,, United States

    Join us at the historical Bohemian National Hall for the annual Czech Holiday Fair- Crafts, Christmas Ornaments, food and more.... Details to posted SOON!