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The year was 1971 and Westlake neighbors Judy Burke and Ruth Hopkins had a brainstorm. The decided to start a craft show at Christmas and hold it in the basements of their Donna Drive homes. The show was a big hit. They called it Mrs. Claus’ Closet. The 45th Mrs. Claus’ Closet took place this week at LaCentre in Westlake. ... Read More »

The Bay Village Early Childhood PTA will hold its annual Santa Shop on Saturday, December 5 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Bay United Methodist Church, located at 29931 Lake Road in Bay Village. Santa’s elves will help children find gifts for Mom, Dad, grandparents, siblings, teachers and even pets. All items are priced under $5 and will be ... Read More »

This holiday season, the Christmas spirit will shine a little more brightly in Bay Village. The Bay Village Historical Society and the Bay Village Kiwanis are asking Bay residents to join them in celebrating an old-fashioned community Christmas on Sunday, Dec. 6, 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. A kickoff to the holiday season, the event will include a children’s gingerbread ... Read More »

On Sat., Dec. 12, The Cleveland Pops Orchestra will perform “Twelfth Night” at the Daniel B. Ross Performing Arts Center at Avon Lake High School at 7:30 pm. Pre-sale ticket are $30 for adults, $15 for children ages 13 and under, and group sales of 10 or more are $25 a piece. Prices at the door are$35 each. Prior to ... Read More »

Residents of The Normandy Apartments in Rocky River enjoyed the best Halloween party of the season last week as residents dressed in their costume finest. Gathering in the main dining room, an Elvis impersonator had residents singing along, tapping their toes and enjoying conversation and smiles at the tables. A scrumptious buffet dinner was served and awards for the best ... Read More »

“Harvey,” the 1944 play written by American playwright Mary Chase will be performed at Avon High School Nov. 20-21 at 7 p.m. and Nov. 22 at 2 p.m. in school’s auditorium, 37545 Detroit Road. ‘Harvey” is about a man who claims to have an unseen (and presumably imaginary) friend Harvey – whom the man describes as a large rabbit. The ... Read More »

St. Edward High School’s theater company, The Edwardian Players, are presenting “ALMOST, MAINE” for their fall performance. The venue for the performances will be the Auditorium at St. Edward High School, 13500 Detroit Avenue in Lakewood. “ALMOST, MAINE” – It’s love. But not quite. Welcome to Almost, Maine, a town that’s so far north, it’s almost not in the United ... Read More »

“Glitz and Glamour in the White House,” the history, jewelry and fashion of Ohio’s presidential first ladies, is the featured program for the Nov. 19 Bay Village Historical Society program. Guest speaker Dr. Mari Halkovich will offer her highly acclaimed presentation, giving attendees a glimpse of Ohio’s fashion influence in the White House. Guests can view photos of each of ... Read More »

Want a totally unique interior decor item for your home? Then roll an authentic Cleveland Factory Cart into your design concept from The Second Look in Westlake. Historic Cleveland Factory Carts are the find of the year for those looking for a totally unique addition to their interior design. Exclusively offered by The Second Look in Westlake’s Williamsburg Square, these ... Read More »

by Mary Levtzow On a fantastic fall Friday, Nov. 6, the entire Holly Lane community in Westlake – children, parents, grandparents, and staff – gathered at 1 p.m. to present their spirit driven “Thank You Veterans” Assembly for its 27th year. Principal Mimi Verdone, warmly welcomed all, especially the honored Veteran Guests, to the 2015 Holly Lane “Thank You Veterans” ... Read More »