Always a summer highlight, Bay Days in Bay Village was especially fun this year thanks to Bay Kiwanis. Great weather, large crowds and plenty of fun! Here’s a look at the good times! Photos courtesy of Bay Village Kiwanis, www.bayvillagekiwanis.org/ We had a wonderful time meeting you at Bay Days! We strive to make Bay Days an awesome event for ... Read More »
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Reading of The Declaration of Independence
Thank you to Westlake Porter Public Library for hosting a public reading of the Declaration of Independence on July 8, honoring the first public reading of the document on July 8, 1776. Westlake joined communities across the country in recreating this historic moment as part of the nation’s 250th anniversary celebration. The Sons of the American Revolution color guard opened ... Read More »
Saving Trees: How the Bay Tree Conservancy is Making a Difference
Suburban growth has brought a lot of new homes to the West Shore. But it has also cost the region in terms of lost tree canopy. New neighborhoods sometimes mean the destruction of completely forested lots and acres. And new homeowners also take out existing trees. So do storms and old age. In Bay Village, the Bay Tree Conservancy is ... Read More »
Help Protect Westlake’s New Athletic Fields
By: Jorden Shevel The City of Westlake is asking residents and visitors to help protect the new Parkside Athletic Fields and Recreation Center Park Fields. These facilities represent a significant community investment and were built for athletes, families and residents of all ages to enjoy. City staff have recently encountered litter, e-bikes on the turf, dogs and pet waste on ... Read More »
Recognizing Bay Village Citizen, Project of the Year
Bay Village Garden Club presented congratulatory gifts to Bob Piccirilli, Bay Village Citizen of the Year, and Bay Village Kiwanis, Bay Village Project of the Year, in recognition of their outstanding community contributions. Bob provided time and expertise through his work with the Village Bicycle Cooperative. Bay Village Kiwanis was recognized for its efforts in organizing Bay Days and 75 ... Read More »
Big Boy Returns!
Everybody loves a train! Especially when it is something special like Union Pacific’s Big Boy No. 4014, the world’s largest operating steam locomotive. Built in 1941 to haul heavy freight over the Rocky Mountains, it weighs 1.2 million pounds. Eight survive today, but 4014 is the only one still fully operational. It passed through the area twice this summer – ... Read More »
Young at Heart Story Hour Brings Generations Together at O’Neill Healthcare North Olmsted
Recently, at O’Neill Healthcare North Olmsted, we had the privilege of celebrating one of our residents’ stories in a special way during our very first “Young at Heart Story Hour.” Residents, families, and children from the community gathered for a heartwarming morning centered around the children’s book A New Home (A True Story), written by one of our assisted living ... Read More »
Westlake Gets its Own Beer
By: Jorden Shevel Sibling Revelry Brewing Company is excited to partner with the City of Westlake in celebrating America’s 250th anniversary with the introduction of a special Westlake 250 beer. This lager is sold at the brewery and in select Westlake retail stores, and was also available during Westlake’s annual July 4th celebration at Clague Park. “We just celebrated our ... Read More »
Local Travel Agency Helps Turn Imagination into Vacations
For many travelers, planning a vacation can quickly become overwhelming. Between choosing the right destination, comparing resorts, selecting flights, arranging transportation, and understanding travel insurance, what should be exciting can begin to feel like a second job. RJT Travels helps take that stress out of the process. As a locally owned travel agency serving Northeast Ohio, RJT Travels provides vacation ... Read More »
Westlake Porter Public Library’s Annual Steam Week Returns July 20-24
Westlake Porter Public Library’s annual STEAM Week will take place July 20-24. STEAM Week focuses on Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math in a variety of programs and activities that help children prepare for the coming school year. All week long the library will feature blog posts on its website about the STEAM disciplines, as well as a variety of ... Read More »
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