At The Balloon Studio, new to Dover Junction Shopping Center in Bay Village, owner Derek Wytzka believes that life’s biggest moments and even its smallest ones, deserve to be celebrated beautifully. From birthdays and baby showers to weddings, graduations, corporate events, and everyday surprises, each arrangement handmade in his new studio is thoughtfully designed to bring joy, create lasting memories, ... Read More »
Prayers From Maria Children’s Cancer Foundation is happy to share with visitors that Maria’s Field of Hope in Avon was planted earlier this summer and is now open for visitors! The 18-acre field is back alongside Interstate 90, off of Jaycox Rd, with the entrance and parking accessible off Middleton. The field was inspired by the memory and spirit of ... Read More »
20th Anniversary Big Splash, Saturday, September 12th, 11a.m. to 3 p.m. at Avon Lake Municipal Pool, 32850 Electric Blvd. ALL Communities Welcome! This event brings the community of dog lovers together for an epic swim party! The dogs, and people, have so much fun! Past Big Splash attendance has been remarkable with over 300 people and dogs attending throughout the ... Read More »
Recently, an oil spill affected local wildlife, including these three mallards. Lake Erie Nature and Wildlife Center in Bay Village’s dedicated staff members, interns, and volunteers carefully and thoroughly washed them through a special procedure that removes the oil from their feathers while ensuring their waterproofing is restored. On average, it takes 20-30 minutes to remove oil from each bird. ... Read More »
Community West Foundation is proud to recognize Oberlin Community Services (OCS) as the recipient of the 2026 David and Martha Hessler Illuminating Hope Award, honoring the organization’s longstanding commitment to helping individuals and families overcome barriers, access essential resources, and build brighter futures. The award was presented during Community West Foundation’s Community Update event before an audience of more than ... Read More »
Avon Lake High School junior Aubrey Kozar has achieved an outstanding swim experience this summer, spending 11 days in Colorado Springs at the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Training Center in Colorado Springs for the Team USA Emerging Camp. This Elite camp was an invitation only for swimmers who have achieved a National Emerging Team Standard in swimming and was funded ... Read More »
Happy 100th birthday to Ruth Lesko of Westlake! Ruth celebrated her birthday with a huge bash at Avon Oaks Country Club, hosted by her children Gary, Sandy, Linda and Janet last Sunday. “This party is a celebration of all of you,” exclaimed the always cheerful Ruth to the 200 guests in attendance who enjoyed food, cake and even a swing ... Read More »
Saturday, October 24, 2026 at 9 a.m. in Cahoon Memorial Park This is a free community event (dogs welcome) that brings people together to honor Amy’s memory, and keep her story alive. More than just a race, this event raises awareness and supports the ongoing investigation through the Amy Fund, helping cover critical costs like DNA testing. Sign up, become ... Read More »
By Jorden Shevel Paul’s Random Acts of Kindness Spiders project began in 2020 as a result of Covid isolation, representing an expansion of the creative artistry he had already established through ceramics and the unusual craft of pine needle stitchery. The story has been reported in several local publications, including Cleveland Magazine (March 2023) and on this past May 4’s ... Read More »
By Ramune Balog Dorner On August 5th, The Herb Guild Garden Club held its 40th Annual Scholarship Luncheon. Two area students received $2500 scholarships and were present at the luncheon to receive them. Amelia Volney is a recent graduate of Midview High School and will attend Bowling Green State University this fall. She plans to major in Architecture and Environmental ... Read More »
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