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Case Western Reserve University's independent student news source

The Observer

Case Western Reserve University's independent student news source

The Observer

Fermenters rest in the altar of a restored Roman Catholic church at the Church Brew Works in Pittsburgh, Pa.

Pass the suds… from the Church Brew Works

Mike Suglio, Staff Reporter March 22, 2014

While many Case Western students took trips to tropical areas for spring break, I traveled to the exotic Pittsburgh, Pa. Here stood one of the most original breweries I have ever experienced, The Church...

Beth Nash, artist of the above painting, will be featured in the Lakeland Community College exhibition “From WOMAN.”  The Gallery@MSASS is one of many participating spaces and is displaying pieces from Melinda Plask and Bernadette Glorioso.

Art exhibit celebrates Women’s History Month

Maria Fazal, Staff Reporter March 22, 2014

This month, women took Cleveland’s art scene by storm, with the seventh annual “From WOMAN” exhibition. Lakeland Community College has presented these exhibitions in honor of Women’s History Month...

CWRU students to make betting on video games possible

Brian Sherman, Staff Reporter March 22, 2014

In the era of smartphones and tablets, mobile gaming is becoming increasingly widespread, and the campus of Case Western Reserve University is no exception. Whether between classes, in line at Grab-It...

Spend some of your alone time playing “Thomas Was Alone.”

Josie Krome, Staff Reporter March 22, 2014

Sometimes the simpler the premise of a game, the more vast and expansive it can be made for the player. This is the case for the 2012 indie puzzle game “Thomas Was Alone.” The foundation of the game...

“The Wind Rises” takes flight as Miyazaki’s latest film

March 22, 2014

“The wind is rising… we must try to live!” These words by the French poet Paul Valéry set the stage for Hayao Miyazaki’s latest masterpiece, “The Wind Rises.” A fictionalized account of...

Playlist of the Week 3/21

Anne Nickoloff, Staff Reporter March 22, 2014

“The Lords of Summer”—Metallica Metallica’s new single, performed recently in Columbia, brings some of the band’s classic style through this band’s lengthy metal song. James Hetfield’s lyrics...

Cleveland International Film Festival features free screenings for students

Rebekah Camp, Contributing Reporter March 12, 2014

The 38th annual Cleveland International Film Festival (CIFF) will run from Wednesday, March 19 to Sunday, March 30. CIFF will feature over 300 films and short films including: “52 Tuesdays,” a story...

Pass the suds… from Lagerheads BBQ Smokehouse and Brewing Company

Mike Suglio, Staff Reporter March 12, 2014

Breweries come in all shapes and sizes, and can be found practically anywhere. Many breweries I reviewed have been within the city of Cleveland or the suburbs, but not out in the country like Lagerheads...

Pass the suds... from Nanobrew

Pass the suds… from Nanobrew

Mike Suglio, Staff Reporter February 28, 2014

A golden marquee illuminated a dark, dreary, winter night in Ohio City. Bright yellow bulbs haloed “Nano Brew Cleveland” outside of what looked to be a bike shop. Antique bicycles adorned the front...

MOCA opens new exhibit on death and life

Maria Fazal, Staff Reporter February 28, 2014

Despite its relatively small size, the Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA) Cleveland is not to be overlooked. In fact, the museum has already arranged its impressive upcoming Spring/Winter 2014 exhibitions:...

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