Vatican Splendors Exhibit
Experience 2,000 years of Vatican art and history, Michelangelo items and works by Bernini, Giotto, and others. Vatican Splendors from Saint Peter’s Basilica, the Vatican Museums and Swiss Guard features approximately 200 works of art and historically significant objects, many of which have never left the Vatican. The exhibition is organized into four thematic sections that illustrate the evolution of the Church and its papacy beginning with Saint Peter through the papacy of Pope Benedict XVI, with special emphasis on the founding 500 years ago of the Renaissance (current) Saint Peter’s Basilica, the Papal Swiss Guard and the Vatican Museums. The objects are presented in galleries and recreated environments that enhance the visitor's understanding of their historical and artistic significance.

Exhibition designers want visitors to feel transported to the Vatican, from the underground catacombs where the remains of Saint Peter were discovered to the magnificent papal chambers found above ground.  From the sights and sounds of the grand Basilica to a touchable cast of John Paul II’s hand, the exhibition is a multi-sensory experience.

The Vatican Splendors exhibition will be on display at the Western Reserve Historical Society in Cleveland, Ohio beginning May 31, 2008 until Labor Day 2008.  Check the WRHS website for announcements on availability of advance purchase tickets.

http://www.wrhs.org is the website, an excellent way to prepare for a visit to the exhibits! For advance group discount information and reservations, contact sales@TicketsForGroups.com or call 800-840-1157. The Western Reserve Historical Society is located at 10825 East Boulevard, Cleveland, OH 44106. http://www.vaticansplendors.com/about/(Tour of the Planned Exhibit)
http://www.vaticansplendors.com/en/cms/?67      (Teacher Guide in pdf and word form)   

Nutrition Services sponsors a Summer Lunch Program which is one of the largest in the state. During the Summer of 2007,108 serving sites provided around 4300 boxed lunches per day supplying the majority of the children's daily nutrition !!!!!!!

The 2008 program runs June 16th - August 1st and is expected to serve at approximately 110 sites throughout the Cleveland area. Click here for 2008 sites (.pdf)

Pope speaks to Catholic Educators
Pope Benedict XVI spoke to 400 Catholic college presidents and diocesan education representatives at the Catholic University of America.
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Cleveland Indians 2008 WKYC Weather Education Days 
Calling all Science Teachers!
Enhance your curriculum with a field trip to the ultimate classroom - Progressive Field!May 15 - 12:05 p.m. - Indians vs. A's  orMay 28 - 12:05 p.m. - Indians vs. White Sox. Pre-game presentation begins at 10 a.m.

WEATHER EDUCATION DAY INCLUDES:
- A pre-game presentation hosted by the Channel 3 WKYC Weather Team and experts from the National Weather Service featuring an appearance by a Cleveland Indians Player.
- A complimentary educational workbook for all students and teachers

- Incredible lunch options including an all-you-can-eat picnic for just $8.95 for kids 14 and under ($15.95 for adults). (Brown bag lunches are permitted in the ballpark.)

- A Major League baseball game! Students can see first-hand how weather impacts the game

- 50% off tickets for groups of 25 or more. Prices range from $5 - $12

- Two FREE tickets for groups of 25 or more and four FREE tickets for groups of 100 or more.

Call Dominic Polito with the Cleveland Indians @ 216-420-4518or dpolito@indians.com to purchase tickets.

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