Theater Camp is a highlight of summer for many students interested in music, acting, dance and more. TrueNorth Cultural Arts has teamed this summer with Rose Senior Living in Avon to host three separate camps for students in grades 1-5, 6-12, and Middle-High School age. “We love it here at The Rose,” said TrueNorth Director Richard Fortney. “They have been ... Read More »
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Westlake Celebrates the Fourth
It was a colorful Fourth in Westlake as the community started its patriotic parade at 10 a.m. cheering for the bands, clubs, community organizations, and other participants in the annual Westlake Fourth of July parade. The parade started at Lee Burneson Middle School on Dover Center Rd. and worked its way onto Hilliard Blvd. until it reached Clague Park. After ... Read More »
Avon Bike Parade Celebrates Patriotic Holiday
Nothing says Fourth of July like a good, old-fashioned Bike Parade. In Avon, the community’s second annual Great Annual Bike Parade kicked off in all its patriotic glory the morning of July 4th at the city’s Aquatic Center. Councilwoman Tammy Holtzmeier welcomed about 500 participants, approximately double the turnout of last year’s inaugural event. Now an instant classic, paraders followed ... Read More »
Bay’s New Look: So Long, Rick & Hello Lenny!
Bye, Bye Burns! There’s no turning back now! Burns Auto in Bay Village is no more. Vivid Jewelers has started renovations and will transform the corner by using the existing original portion of the building and adding a L-shape addition. When it opens, there will be a streetscape at the front of the building with pedestrian bench and landscaping. Parking ... Read More »
New at The Normandy….Activities Director Kathryn Eyring Brings Genuine Passion for Working with Seniors
Kathryn Eyring, new Activities Director at The Normandy Senior Living in Rocky River, has a genuine passion for working with seniors. “I just love it here! I was looking for a company whose mission aligned with my own personal mission of bringing something positive and life-changing to others and The Normandy is a great match for me,” she said with ... Read More »
Sweet Kiddles to Open Two New Centers
Sweet Kiddles flexible childcare center is opening two new locations later this summer in Avon Lake and Westlake. The Avon Lake location will be at 32900 Pin Oak Parkway and the Westlake center at 2211 Crocker Road. The company already has existing centers in Strongsville and Medina. Sweet Kiddles provides high-quality, flexible childcare by the hour, day, part-time or full-time, ... Read More »
Youth Challenge Summer Programs
Youth Challenge summer programs are in full swing. The kids are having a ball at programs like Sports & Swim, Run ‘n Roll, and the annual Overnight at their building in Westlake. Youth Challenge brings together young people with physical disabilities and teen volunteers who inspire each other through adapted sports, recreation and social growth activities There’s still time for ... Read More »
Nationwide Car Care Centers: Cleveland’s Premier Automotive Specialist
If you need car tires, auto service or car repair, then our car repair shops are the choice for you. Nationwide Car Care Centers has been a family-owned business since 1960. Our philosophy is safety, affordable quality and fast service. At Nationwide we believe in family and we will treat you as family with our Friendly and Courteous Personnel at any ... Read More »
72 Bay Village Schools Employees Total 16,774,809 Steps in Four-Week Step Challenge!
This very competitive group set a great and healthy example for everyone! First Place with a total of 611,944 steps went to Normandy’s Sue Bish (pictured center). Pictured clockwise from top right: Normandy’s Lindsay Rinehart at second place, Normandy’s Beth Shiry at third place, and building/department winners Michelle Moore (Westerly), Danielle Garcia (central office), Robert Dougherty (Bay High), Karen Datko ... Read More »
Drum Corps Show Returns to Avon Lake for 6th year; Local Students to Perform
This is our 6th year! The thrilling sights and sounds of the Shoremen Brass Classic will return to Avon Lake Memorial Stadium on Saturday, August 5, at 7 p.m. for the city’s sixth annual Drum Corps International (DCI) competition. The Avon Lake Band Aids, Inc., in partnership with Rettig Music, proudly present this exciting competition, featuring nine DCI drum and ... Read More »
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