A controlled burn of the Cleveland Metroparks Huntington Reservation field near the sledding hill took place Monday afternoon. The burn was conducted to eradicate unwanted species of plant life in the field and clear the way for growth natural to the area. Bay Village Mayor Paul Koomar, on the scene with Fire Chief Christopher Lyons and others, said the burn ... Read More »
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Avon Fine Arts Extravaganza
The 4th Annual Avon Fine Arts Extravaganza takes place this week at the Avon Isle. This is a district-wide art show and music event highlighting students from choir, orchestra, and band, as well as showcasing more than 300 pieces of artwork from students grades K-12. A packed house was on hand on Monday as Supt. Mike Laub and Police Chief ... Read More »
Normandy Senior Living Campus Unveils $7 million in Renovations
The Normandy is proud to unveil the latest renovations to its 30-acre campus at the newly named Breakwater Apartments, an independent living community near the shores of Lake Erie. To celebrate, the campus welcomed the Mayor of Rocky River, Pamela E. Bobst, and other local dignitaries and friends to a Ribbon Cutting on Thursday, April 19. The Normandy will hold ... Read More »
Avon Garden Club Presents ‘Fashioning Spring’ at 2018 Luncheon
The Avon Garden Club honored the coming of a new season with a special program. ‘Fashioning Spring,’ presented at its 2018 Spring Luncheon at Red Tail Golf Club on Sat., April 14. The luncheon featured a vintage fashion show, ‘Women’s Fashion Throughout History, presented by VIVA. Viva was founded in 1985 as part of the Goodwill Industries Volunteer Services and ... Read More »
O’Neill Healthcare Bay Village Presents “Protect Yourself Against Scams”
Scams against senior citizens lurk at every area of life these days! As a public service to educate the community on Scam protection, O’Neill Healthcare Bay Village hosted a community presentation last week entitled, “How Did This Happen?” Barbara Kornuc, Community Liaison, Stano Law Firm offered advice on protecting yourself and your personal information from scammers and crooks. “The internet ... Read More »
Time for a Body Tune Up!
Spring is here! Time to shake off those winter coats and get out in the sun. For many this is a time of pursuing outdoor activities and adventures. For people with joint or back pain, these adventures come with a struggle. Daily pain and stiffness change the way a person enjoys the great outdoors. But it doesn’t have to be ... Read More »
How to Decrease Stress in Your Life!
Do you have stress in your life! Yes, everybody does! Noted physician Casen DeMaria, DC, of The Drugless Doctors in Westlake presented a special seminar on simple strategies to help you better adapt to life’s demands so that you can be happy and feel healthy! Her presentation at The Belvedere of Westlake on April 17 encouraged listeners to combine several ... Read More »
Real Estate & You: Simplifying the Downsizing Process
Selling your long-time family home can seem overwhelming, especially when it comes to downsizing. But, the reasons you bought your home 20 or 30 years ago may be quite different from the living needs you have today. To help you with downsizing, Bill Reilly of Howard Hanna has assembled a team of experts to make your downsizing easier and help ... Read More »
Join the Party on May 16 as We Celebrate “Better Living after 50”
Boomer Bash West, an entertaining and educational event for 50+ adults, comes to LaCentre in Westlake on May 16 from 4 – 7 pm. The event is produced by Northeast Ohio Boomer & Beyond magazine and celebrates the magazine’s theme of “Better Living After 50.” You won’t want to miss this opportunity to hear singer/guitarist Steve Jochum from “Funky Poodle” ... Read More »
Normandy’s Jennifer Krupa Receives Educator Award from National Council of Certified Dementia Practitioners
Normandy Care Center Nominated Jennifer Krupa for NCCDP Educator of the Year Award The Normandy hosted a surprise award ceremony for local, long-term care professional, Jennifer Krupa of Elyria, who was presented the “Educator of the Year Award” by the National Council of Certified Dementia Practitioners. The ceremony was held at The Normandy’s newly renovated Avalon Hall in its Breakwater ... Read More »
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