Hey Cleveland, we are in the first week of spring (at least according to the calendar) and the highly anticipated eclipse is on the horizon. Let’s check out some events in the city this weekend to help prepare you and your families for the exciting times approaching!

Cleveland Crown Convention
A celebration and honoring of the natural hair experience. Cleveland Crown Convention centers around a greater sense of connectedness through shared experiences, panel discussions, food and networking. This free event will take place on Saturday, March 23, from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. at The Museum of Contemporary Art at 11400 Euclid Ave. Reserve your ticket here.

The Folklore of Eclipses
Come to the Cleveland Public Library’s Special Collections Department to hear about the exciting folklore surrounding one of the most spectacular sights you will ever see: a total eclipse of the sun. See treasures from the Special Collections Department and from the Buckland Museum, presented by guest speaker Steve Intermill. This free event will take place on Saturday, March 23, at 1 p.m. on the 3rd floor of the Main Library at 525 Superior Ave.

Find additional news and information about the April 8 solar eclipse here.

Spring Garden at Tower City Center
On Saturdays and Sundays through March 30, come to the Spring Garden and enjoy photos with Mr. Bunny, spring crafts and more. The hours for this event are Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sundays from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Tower Court inside of Tower City. Tower City is located at 230 W. Huron Rd. Reserve your space here.

Cleveland Writers Critique Circle
This peer-to-peer writing critique group offers constructive feedback, support and resources to help strengthen your work. Whether you’ve been writing for years, have written your first piece or just have a great idea you’d love to brainstorm, you’ll be sure to find an honest critique. The group meets twice a month and is looking for writers who can commit to attending meetings at least once a month. The next meeting is on Saturday, March 23, at 10:30 a.m. at the Carnegie-West Library at at 1900 Fulton Rd.