Cleveland Metroparks are celebrating the park system’s 100 year anniversary with a series of special free events this summer. Things kicked off at Huntington Reservation on Sun., June 4, with a Swing Band Concert in the pavilion. Guests enjoyed music, dancing and a great view of the lake as the sounds of the Swing Era came alive. The big celebration ... Read More »
Avon participated in community Pride Day on May 20 as civic-minded residents and businesses did their part in sprucing up the city for the summer. Once again this year, members of Christian Heritage Church spent a morning in the sun-splashed gardens around the Police and Fire Stations mulching, weeding and planting. When you drive down Detroit Road this summer and ... Read More »
The City of Avon joined with other communities in the area in observing Memorial Day the morning of May 29. The parade began at the Avon Senior Center on Detroit Road and finished at the Avon Center Cemetery at the corner of Detroit Road and State Route 83. After the parade, a memorial service was conducted at the cemetery including ... Read More »
The City of Avon celebrated the Groundbreaking Ceremony for “Every Child’s Playground” on Wed., May 31, on the grounds adjacent to the Avon Aquatic Facility at 36265 Detroit Road. “Every Child’s Playground” represents a collaborative effort with the city and local organizations to help fund this project. Those organizations are: French Creek Foundation Flavorseal Lorain Public Library System & Avon ... Read More »
For decades residents of Avon and northern Ohio have celebrated the start of the Summer Season with Avon’s annual “Aunt Teak & Uncle Junque Citywide Yard Sale.” Stroll the streets of Avon, as residents host a city-wide Yard/Garage Sale. Continue your treasure hunt at local shops offering in-store and sidewalk sales. Regional antique dealers set up their wares in tents ... Read More »
Celebrate Independence Day with a free outdoor concert, Sunday, July 2 at 1 p.m., featuring the Lutheran Wind Ensemble. Enjoy patriotic tunes, hymns, and more. Come early for a light picnic and bring a chair. Outdoors, weather permitting. St. Paul Lutheran Church (27993 Detroit Rd., Westlake, 440-835-3050). Freewill offering in support of music education. Read More »
Peter Miller House Museum Committee are starting the museum open houses, Monday, June 12. The first House Tour will be at 6:30 p.m. follow by a presentation at 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. Sherry Spenzer, local historian and author, will present “More Socialites & Scofflaws.” Admission is free. Avon-on-the-Lake Garden Club members take care of the museum’s gardens which can ... Read More »
43 fatalities in 13 Days From Friday May 26th through Wednesday June 7th Cuyahoga County has experienced at least 43 fatal drug overdoses. No further details are currently available and cases are still under investigation and testing. If you or anyone that you know is actively using or recovering from opioid addiction, contact Project DAWN for information at 216-778-5677. Eligible ... Read More »
The 48th annual “Cahoon in June” fine crafts, collectibles and antiques event is June 17, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., in Cahoon Memorial Park. Again this year, the Bay Village Historical Society is partnering with other community organizations on, “Destination Bay.” Transportation will run between venues. Admission to “Cahoon in June” is free. There will be a Civil War re-enactment ... Read More »
Bring the whole family to kickoff the start of summer with an old fashioned “cruise in.” This is a free community event held in the parking lot of Westlake United Methodist featuring live 50’s & 60’s music by Rich Gallo, the River Dog food truck, prizes, games, and many outstanding old & new cars to get you into the “top down, ... Read More »
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