🌱 Hanks Throwing First Pitch + Man On CLE Airfield + Extras Wanted

Cleveland OH

01 April, 2022

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Happy Saturday, neighbors! Here's everything you need to know to start today off on an informed note. Here's everything worth knowing around town today. First, today's weather: Sun giving way to clouds. High: 46 Low: 37. 🏡 Are you a local real estate agent? Let us help you generate leads, build your brand in Cleveland and stand apart from the competition. Click here to learn more. Here are the top three stories in Cleveland today: Oscar-winning actor and longtime Cleveland baseball fan Tom Hanks will throw the first pitch at the Cleveland Guardian's home opener. The matchup at Progressive Field against San Francisco is scheduled for Apr. 15. Said Hanks, "I've had Guardians fever since 1977 when I caught my first game in Section 19 of Cleveland's Lakefront Municipal Stadium ... I'm honored to return to Cleveland and Progressive Field for the first home game of the Cleveland Guardians era." (cleveland.com)An unauthorized man allegedly entered through a gate and onto the airfield at Cleveland Hopkins International Airport on Friday. Though officials are still working to determine how he gained access to the area, authorities were seen investigating a fence and car that both appeared to be damaged. The suspect has been detained; the investigation is ongoing.(Cleveland 19 News)The upcoming LeBron James biopic "Shooting Stars" is headed to Northeast Ohio for filming — and you can be in it! Casting calls on the Greater Cleveland Film Commission's website state the film is seeking experienced high school cheerleaders, tumblers, and band members; stadium crowd extras are also being cast. Further information on casting requirements can be found in the full story. (cleveland.com) Today in Cleveland: WRHS Genealogical Committee Zoom Programs: "Changing Boundaries and Names in Eastern European Countries," Hosted By Cleveland History Center (9:00 AM) My Digital Life: Mouse and Keyboard, At Cleveland Public Library Main Branch (3:00 PM) Spaghetti Dinner, At American Legion Ohio Post 572 (4:00 PM) The Dinner Detective Comedy Murder Mystery Dinner Show, At Crowne Plaza Cleveland at Playhouse Square (6:00 PM) From my notebook: Celebrate National Library Week (Apr. 4-9) with Cleveland Public Library. Each branch will host a series of in-person and virtual activities; click the full story for more details. (Cleveland Patch)The Manolio Family Eggshelland presented by The Euclid Beach Boys is making its return to Northeast Ohio through Apr. 17. The full display is set at Eddy Fruit Farm in Chesterland. (WKYC.com)Ticks are starting to wake up across Ohio as temperatures warm. Learn how to prevent Lyme disease and other tick-borne illnesses. (Cleveland Patch) More from our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news! Events: Berta Rojas in Concert (April 2) EVERYBODY DANCE Documentary (April 3) Taxes in Retirement Webinar (April 4) EVR Shooting Basics (April 16) Add your event Loving the Cleveland Daily? Here are all the ways you can get more involved: Send a friend or neighbor this link so they can subscribe Get your local business showcased in front of readers You're officially in the loop for today. See you all Monday for another update! — Danielle Fallon About me: Danielle Fallon is a writer who loves using her creativity to fuel her passion for communication. She is an employee of content creation agency Lightning Media Partners and assists Patch.com with community newsletter curation. Danielle also holds a Master's Degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders and works part-time as a pediatric speech therapist.