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Cleveland Alumni Quarterly

Connections. Community. Cleveland.

 

Join fellow Oilers across Northeast Ohio for four evenings of great company, memorable venues, and the enduring spirit of the University of Findlay.
No agenda — just good people and good times.

Time 5:30 – 7:00 PM
Format Casual Mixer
Frequency Quarterly — 4 Events
Who All UF Alumni

Four Great Nights Across Cleveland

From a lively taco bar in the Gateway District to craft cocktails at a retro duckpin bowling alley, a waterfront dinner on the Cuyahoga, and a coastal-inspired oyster bar in the Flats.  Each gathering is designed to bring the best of Cleveland together with the best of Findlay.

2026 – 2027 Series

Mark Your Calendar

Apr 23 2026
Barrio Gateway Downtown Cleveland · Tacos + Tequila + Whiskey
🌱 Spring Gathering

Kick off the year with the energy of Cleveland's Gateway District. Barrio's vibrant, industrial-chic space sets the perfect scene for catching up with fellow Oilers over handcrafted tacos and a seriously impressive tequila list.

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Special Feature We're working to bring University of Findlay coaches to this event for a special segment — a great opportunity to connect, ask questions, and hear what's ahead for Oiler Athletics.
📍 503 Prospect Ave E, Cleveland 🕠 5:30 – 7:00 PM
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Jul 16 2026
Pins Mechanical Ohio City · Duckpin Bowling + Craft Cocktails
☀️ Summer Gathering

Nestled in the heart of Ohio City, Pins Mechanical is part bar, part arcade, part nostalgia trip. Think 12 duckpin bowling lanes, classic pinball machines, and cocktails that hit the mark every time.

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Reserved for Oilers We've secured a dedicated duckpin bowling lane exclusively for this event — smaller balls, shorter pins, and three tries per frame. Easier said than done!
📍 1880 W 25th St, Cleveland 🕠 5:30 – 7:00 PM
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Oct 22 2026
Merwin's Wharf The Flats · Riverfront Dining · Cleveland Metroparks
🍂 Fall Gathering

There's no better backdrop for a fall evening than Merwin's Wharf on the Cuyahoga River. This Cleveland Metroparks gem offers fresh, locally-sourced cuisine and sweeping riverfront views — peak autumn in the heart of the city.

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Setting the Scene Nestled in Cleveland's historic Flats neighborhood, Merwin's Wharf blends urban greenspace with an industrial riverside atmosphere and a seasonally inspired menu.
📍 1785 Merwin Ave, Cleveland 🕠 5:30 – 7:00 PM
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Jan 28 2027
Alley Cat Oyster Bar The Flats · Waterfront Seafood
❄️ Winter Gathering

End the year on a high note at one of Cleveland's most celebrated waterfront restaurants. Alley Cat brings New England coastal charm to the banks of the Cuyahoga — the perfect antidote to a January evening.

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About the Venue A beloved Flats landmark, Alley Cat Oyster Bar blends the comfort of a New England shore house with the energy of Southern California — elegant food, creative drinks, and stunning waterfront views.
📍 1056 Old River Rd, Cleveland 🕠 5:30 – 7:00 PM
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Questions? We'd Love to Hear from You.

Registration links for each event are below. 
For more information contact the Alumni Office.

  1. Step 1 Selection
  2. Step 2 Registration
Thursday April 23
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Thursday, April 23, 2026 | 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Barrio Gatewa - Downtown Cleveland | 503 Prospect Ave E, Cleveland OH
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Thursday July 16
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Thursday, July 16, 2026 | 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Pins Mechanical - Ohio City | 1880 W. 25th Street, Cleveland, OH
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Thursday October 22
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Thursday, October 22, 2026 | 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Merwin's Wharf - The Flats | 1785 Merwin Ave, Cleveland, OH
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Thursday January 28
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Thursday, January 28, 2027 | 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Alley Cat Oyster Bar - The Flats | 1056 Old River Rd, Cleveland OH
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Alumni Quarterly Thursdays - April 2026:
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Alumni Quarterly Thursdays - July 2026:
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Alumni Quarterly Thursdays - October 2026:
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Alumni Quarterly Thursdays - January 2027:
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