Win tickets to Yuri’s Night Out!

Yuri’s Night Space Party returns for it’s second year at  Great Lakes Science Center Saturday, April 13 from 8pm to 1am and you could be the lucky winner of four tickets.

What can you expect at the party?

• Live music by The Floorwalkers (8 – 11 pm)
• DJ OZMTZ spinning tunes (11 pm – 1 am)
• Dancing all night long
• Sam Adams beer, Barefoot wine, Angry Orchard Cider and light hors d’oeuvres (included with your ticket)
• Cash bar for cocktails and special treats
• Costume contest – wear your best space-themed attire!
• Access to the newly redesigned NASA Glenn Visitor Center + science center exhibits

Yuri’s Night parties and events are held around the world every April in commemoration of April 12, 1961, the day of cosmonaut Yuri Gagarin’s first manned space flight, and April 12, 1981, the inaugural launch of NASA’s Space Shuttle. Learn more at http://www.yurisnight.net.

To purchase tickets and to learn more about Yuri’s Night Space Party at the Great Lakes Science Center click here. For your chance to WIN FOUR TICKETS simply leave a comment below describing what your best space-themed attire will look like for Yuri’s costume contest. For an additional entry tweet this: I want to win the @positivelycleve Yuri’s Night Space Party ticket giveaway! http://ow.ly/jK2HM #HappyinCLE 

Winner will be chosen at random and announced back here on this post on Tuesday at noon. Good luck!

(You must be 21 years of age or older to enter. Designated driver tickets are available for $25 each. Please call 216.621.2400 for details.)

Hey everyone! The contest has ended and the winner is… TRISH! Thanks to everyone who entered. 

– Positively Cleveland

CLE Competes in the Final Four

Hello Cleveland! Today, March 28 marks the final four match-up of the Social Media Tourism Symposium and you probably know the drill (if not, click here to learn more). Cleveland goes head-to-head with Huntsville, Alabama on Facebook from 10am-10pm. Huntsville has done a great job of stacking up votes in previous rounds so we really need a united push in order to win and advance to the final round. We hope you’ll…

1. Vote at http://woobox.com/h3sa8q

2. Pass it on. Tell your friends, family, followers, coworkers and staff to vote and share.

Tweet:

CLE vs. Huntsville to host #SoMeT13US. Vote CLE now + pass it on! http://woobox.com/h3sa8q

Facebook:

Cleveland vs. Huntsville in the battle to host the 2013 Social Media Tourism Symposium! Help CLE advance to the final round by voting today 10am-10pm and sharing with your followers. http://woobox.com/h3sa8q

 

Questions or comments? Tweet us @positivelycleve or leave a comment at www.facebook.com/positivelyclevelandfans.

Vote for Cleveland!

Cleveland is in the running to host the 2013 Social Media Tourism Symposium and we need your help!

Beginning today at noon and continuing through Friday, March 15 at noon, Cleveland will battle against other destinations to earn enough votes to host this unique conference. To make it happen, we need to first advance to Round Two – the Elite 8.

How you can help Cleveland make it to the Elite 8:

1. VOTE at www.facebook.com/SoMeTourism.

2. Pass it on. Encourage everyone you know to vote by sharing the link on your social networks and with family, friends, coworkers and employees. We know you’re busy. If you don’t have time to craft your own message retweet us @positivelycleve or share our post from www.facebook.com/positivelyclevelandfans.

Why is this so important to us?

The tourism summit, which is referred to in the industry as “SoMeT,” brings more than 200 attendees from the travel and tourism industry to one destination for an annual convention. But these aren’t just any attendees. These are the social media gurus at destination marketing organizations, hotels, resorts, attractions and other tourism attractions from all around the world. These are folks who will start online conversations about the convention destination, influence world travelers, share insights into their explorations and help put Cleveland on the map as a great destination.

– Corinne Allie, Interactive Media Manager

 

Yuri’s Night Space Party Ticket Giveaway

Attend Cleveland’s first-ever Yuri’s Night Space Party at the Great Lakes Science Center Saturday, April 7 from 8pm to 1am!  Another reason to celebrate in CLE!

Enjoy a night of dancing, live music by Disco Inferno, beer and wine, hors d’oeuvres, a space themed costume contest, midnight showing of the OMNIMAX movie, Hubble, free parking, Big Science Show demonstrations, trivia contest with a NASA astronaut and so much more!

Yuri’s Night parties and events are held around the world every April in commemoration of April 12, 1961, the day of cosmonaut Yuri Gagarin’s first manned space flight, and April 12, 1981, the inaugural launch of NASA’s Space Shuttle.

To purchase tickets and to learn more about Yuri’s Night Space Party at the Great Lakes Science Center click here. For your chance to WIN FOUR TICKETS simply leave a comment below describing what your best space-themed attire will look like for Yuri’s costume contest. Winner will be chosen at random and announced back here on this post on Thursday afternoon. Good luck!

We loved all your entries and are sad we can only choose one winner. The randomly chosen winner is comment #21. Congrats to Jessa! Email me at callie@positivelycleveland.com for details. Thanks for playing everyone! Looking forward to the next giveaway. 

– Corinne Allie

Cleveland’s Rock Timeline

The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum is located in Cleveland, but why? Major milestones, including influential people and events, that have developed and shaped the genre took place right here, making Cleveland the birthplace of rock and roll.

1939

Leo Mintz opens The Record Rendezvous in Cleveland, a store specializing in rhythm and blues known then as “race music.” About 12 years later Mintz convinces local deejay Alan Freed to start playing those records on the air, effectively launching the rock ‘n’ roll era.

1952

Cleveland disc jockey Alan Freed begins his “Moondog Show” on WJW, broadcasting only rhythm and blues music. It quickly becomes a hit with all audiences. He calls the music “rock ‘n’ roll.”

1952

On March 21, 1952, Freed puts on the first ever rock and roll show in Cleveland and calls it “The Moondog Coronation Ball.” The show, oversold by more than 10,000 tickets, causes an overflow of the crowds breaking down the doors and storming the arena where a full-scale riot escalates and ultimately cancels the show. Rock n’ roll music makes headlines everywhere and controversy ensues.

1955

Elvis Presely plays in Cleveland at Brooklyn High School, his first concert above the Mason-Dixon Line.

1962

The Cleveland Plain Dealer’s Jane Scott becomes the first established rock writer, beginning a teen music column in 1962. Scott went on to become known as the “oldest living rock critic,” staying on with the paper until 2002.

1966

The Beatles invade Cleveland and play Public Hall.  The crowd rushes the stage numerous times which leads police to delay the show multiple times before finally cutting the performance short.  The following year, The Beatles are banned from playing in the city.

1973 – 1986

WMMS dominates the Cleveland radio airwaves and gains a national reputation as a forum for new rock acts.

1995

The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum opens its doors on North Coast Harbor.  The pyramid-like shape is designed to reflect a guitar shooting up to the sky.

– April Ingle

Note:  The return of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony to Cleveland, on April 14, is the perfect opportunity for music-lovers of any kind to schedule their tour stop in the birthplace of rock ‘n’ roll. Visit www.clevelandrockweek.com for a list of events, hotel packages, dining options and your chance to win four tickets to the sold-out induction ceremony.

2012 Rock Hall Induction Ceremony Ticket Giveaway

Did you miss your chance to purchase tickets to the 2012 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony in Cleveland? Thanks to the Rock Hall, we have four tickets to give away to one lucky winner. Click the image below and then fill out the form to be entered to win. We don’t ask for anything too personal and it only takes a few seconds. Good luck!

Not to worry if you’re not the chosen one. Cleveland will be full of music inspired events during Rock Induction Week April 5-14. Take advantage of a live simulcast of the ceremony at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, a free concert featuring Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees George Clinton and Parliament-Funkadelic as well as Cleveland’s own Kid Cudi and so much more. For a full list of events and other important Rock Hall Induction Week info like where to eat and stay while in town, visit www.clevelandrockweek.com.

 

– Corinne Allie

Road to the Red Carpet VIP Ticket Giveaway

The 4th Annual Road to the Red Carpet gala takes place on Sunday, February 26, 2012. The event coincides with the telecast of the 84th Academy Awards. This Hollywood inspired black-tie event celebrates the best films from the past year, while supporting the Greater Cleveland Film Commission’s mission of economic and workforce development.

The evening promises to provide a true Hollywood experience for all in attendance. Guests stroll in on a red carpet passing swarms of paparazzi. Inside awaits a selection of swanky cocktails and delicious LA inspired dishes. Throughout the evening guests will have the opportunity to practice their best celebrity poses at one of the glamorous photo-ops as well as peruse one-of-a-kind raffle and silent auction items.

Enter to win two (2) VIP tickets to the Road to the Red Carpet Oscar watch party at Pickwick & Frolic on downtown Cleveland’s E. 4^th Street by telling us in the comments your favorite flick of all time. The winner will be chosen at random this Friday, February 17 at 3pm and announced right back here on this blog. Check back then to see if you’re the winner.

Update: The randomly chosen winner of two tickets to Road to the Red Carpet is Melanie Furey. Thanks to all who entered. I’ve added more than a few of your favorite movies to my Netflix queue, both old favorites and some I’ve never seen. Have a great weekend and stay tuned to our blog for more giveaways to come including tickets to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction week events. 

– Submitted by Corinne Allie, Social Networking Specialist 

Win a “Snow Day Getaway” in Cleveland Plus

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Winter in Cleveland Plus is about more than just sweaters, scarves, mittens and boots. Winter is a time to experience the best of the season in a region that truly embraces the weather. And, what better way to experience winter than having your very own snow day! Positively Cleveland is offering you the opportunity to win the ultimate snow day in Cleveland Plus with a weekend full of family fun at Cleveland Indians Snow Days inside Progressive Field and much more.

Think snow tubing down a 10-lane hill on top of the bleachers, ice skating on the “Frozen Mile” around the outfield warning track, a “Rookie Rink” for newbies and plenty of areas to warm up and take part in family-friendly activities.

The winner will receive a Snow Day Getaway to Cleveland Plus with a prize package that includes: a family pack of tickets to Snow Days valid during the afternoon or evening of Saturday, Jan. 14; a family pack of tickets to Snow Days and the Frozen Diamond Face-Off hockey game featuring OSU vs Michigan on Sunday, Jan. 15; four tickets to Disney on Ice (Jan. 14 or 16); dinner and bowling at the Corner Alley; a Cleveland souvenir giftbag and a two-night stay at the Downtown Cleveland Hilton Garden Inn.

To enter head to www.positivelycleveland.com/contests/snow-days and fill in your information and entry. Finalists will be posted on Monday, December 16, 2011. The winner will be announced and contacted by phone or email on Monday, December 30, 2011. For a complete list of contest rules, click here. Sponsored by the Cleveland Indians and Positively Cleveland.

For more information about Indians Snow Days, click here.

Fabulous Food Show Giveaway

It’s that time again. Time to eat until your belly’s content, get inspired and rub elbows with some of foods biggest named chefs. The 6th Annual Fabulous Food Show heads to Cleveland November 11-13 and you could be the winner of two tickets courtesy of the I-X Center.

Celebrity chefs Bobby Flay, Guy Fieri, Robert Irvine, Duff Goldman and Michael Symon will be on hand to share their secrets and culinary delights. And, don’t miss the Market Place featuring more than 225 exhibiting companies, the Culinary Celebration Theatre, the Grand Tasting Pavilion, Sweet Street and more than 100 ongoing demonstrations on six different stages.

This year’s all new Taste of the Neighborhood Stage features Cleveland’s top local chefs. The Culinary Celebration Theatre offers theatre seating for 400, featuring top-ranked culinary pros from Cleveland and around the country, showcasing their skills in 30-minute demonstrations.

For your chance to win two tickets simply tell us in the comments below what you’re most excited for this year at the Fabulous Food Show. Please include your contact information so we can reach you if you win. The winner will be chosen on Monday, November 7 at noon. Good luck and happy eating!

The winner of two Fabulous Food Show tickets is CLEgal. Thanks to all who entered! 

For more information on the Fabulous Food Show and to buy tickets, visit www.fabulousfoodshow.com.

Twilight at Tower City

Calling all Twilight fans! Dr. Carlisle Cullen (Peter Facinelli) is set to make an appearance at Tower City Center on Saturday, Oct. 22 at noon. Autographs are $25 or you can snap a photo with one of Twilight’s hottest stars for $40. A portion of all proceeds benefits Peter’s charity of choice – Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation.

Parking is free with the purchase of an autograph and/or photograph and there will be plenty of hype surrounding the approaching release of Breaking Dawn including Twilight inspired activities and a 4:30pm screening of The Twilight Saga: Eclipse. Tickets for the movie are specially priced at just $5 and can be purchased here.

Now comes the most exciting part – Peter will meet with some lucky fans BEFORE the public autograph signing and you could be the winner of four (4) VIP passes. There are two ways to enter which means two ways to win.

1. Leave a comment below – tell us, if you were a vampire, what would your power be?

2. Find our contest tweet at www.twitter.com/positivelycleve and retweet it. We’ll track these on Twitter (by way of the hashtag #HappyinCLE) and automatically enter you for another chance to win.

Tower City Center is located at 230 W. Huron Road in Cleveland, Ohio 44113. For more information about Tower City Center visit www.towercitycenter.com.

I’ll announce the winner here on our blog and on Twitter on Tuesday, October 18. Good luck!

UPDATE: The winner of the VIP passes to meet Peter Facinelli is Twitter follower @SPappadaPhD. Thanks to all who entered! 

– CA