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Costume Party at The Normandy Celebrates Residents

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” at Avon High School

“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 »

The Edwardian Players Present “ALMOST, MAINE”

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 »

Ohio’s First Ladies are Featured in Historical Society Program

“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 »

Historic Cleveland Factory Carts Now Offered at The Second Look

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 »

Holly Lane’s Special Veteran Tribute 2015

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 »

Avon East Students Pen Letters to Veterans

First and second-grade students at Avon East Elementary School are learning a valuable lesson regarding the importance of remembering Veterans who have served our country and thanking them for their service. Last week, students took the time to write letters to Veterans which were then taken to Mount Alverna Village skilled nursing facility in Parma where dozens of Veterans reside. ... Read More »

Trick or Treat at O’Neill Healthcare Bay Village

Superhero’s, princesses and wild animals spent the morning with the residents of O’Neill Healthcare Bay Village. Actually, they were the children and Mom’s of the Bay Presbyterian Pre-School group. Thirty-five children went door-to-door trick or treating at the apartments in Assisted Living Then they gathered for a party with the nursing home residents. They all enjoyed cider, donuts and cupcakes. Read More »

Celebrating the Life and Legacy of Dr. Ted Castele

The extraordinary life of Dr. Ted Castele was celebrated at a memorial service appropriately held within The Castele Learning Center at Lutheran Hospital on Thursday, Nov. 5. Family members, colleagues and friends gathered in loving remembrance of Dr. Ted, who passed away on Aug. 23 at the age of 87. “Lutheran really has lost a good friend and a colleague,” ... Read More »

Avon Improves to 10-1 with Win Over Highland

It was a night of big performances for the Avon High football team as the Eagles hosted Medina Highland in an OHSAA Div. II Region 4 first round game Friday night. Senior running back Gerrett Choat rushed for 151 yards and three touchdowns, senior quarterback Jake Sopko was 13-20 passing for two TDs and middle linebacker Alex Rimko laid down ... Read More »