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Crowds pour into downtown Willoughby for 33rd Willoughby ArtsFest
Crowds of visitors, artists, sponsors and more took over the streets of downtown Willoughby on July 20 to celebrate the arts. The 33rd annual Willoughby ArtsFest was expected to draw more than 140 artists and more than 7,000 visitors to the city, said Willoughby Western Lake County Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Dana Wolfe.
Nestle’s Solon facility changing the way people eat
Solon is home to Nestle USA’s meals division, pizza and snacking division and Nestle Professional Solutions at 30003 Bainbridge Road. The company – gthe city’s second largest with 2,398 employees as of 2023 according to the city – has a vision to become sustainable by 2050 and “leave the world better than we found it.”
Mentor Rocks with LeAnn Rimes
Country music superstar LeAnn Rimes will appear at the Mentor Civic Amphitheater this Sunday, July 28, 2024, at 7:00 PM as a part of the Mentor Rocks summer concert series. This special concert presentation is courtesy of Tour Lake County. Rimes is an international multi-platinum selling acclaimed singer and ASCAP...
Mayfield Heights, OH: Movie Theater Closed, May Become an Arcade
Many movie theaters have arcade rooms. Some are part of family entertainment centers where giant arcades, mini golf, bowling, and more are offered. With the recent closure of a movie theater in Mayfield Heights, Ohio, the entire theater may become an arcade (and no movies). The Atlas Cinemas Eastgate 10...
Slavic Village housing crisis detailed in new film
“The House Next Door” tells the story through poignant, personal stories from people directly impacted by the mortgage crisis. In 2008, the mortgage foreclosure crisis laid waste to many communities, including the Slavic Village neighborhood in Cleveland. In 2017, director John P. Vourlis started working on a movie about the effects the crisis had on his hometown.
Lake Shore Garden Club to hold biennial flower show
The Lake Shore Garden Club has announced it will be holding its biennial ‘A Gardener’s Day Out’ National Garden Club Small Standard Flower Show starting Aug 2. The flower show, which will be held at The Albert W. Henn Mansion, 23131 Lake Shore Blvd., Euclid, will continue over two days, with the first day running from 1 to 5 p.m. with an additional round on Aug 3 from noon to 4 p.m.
New Capriccio’s Restaurant to open in Solon
SOLON, Ohio –Capriccio’s Restaurant will open this fall in the former Fisher’s American Tavern in Solon. The former restaurant, which closed in May, is being reimagined as an Italian eatery. When it reopens it will have an 89-seat dining room and a 22-seat patio. If you purchase...
Cleveland Cavaliers Scream Team auditions set
CLEVELAND, Ohio – The Cleveland Cavaliers are holding open auditions for the Scream Team dance crew. The high-energy, street-styled hip-hop performers with their breakdance stunts entertain fans during home games at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse. The team also performs at charitable and other events throughout the year. Eligibility. • Candidates...
Health benefits of water exercise
Spending time in the water this summer is a great way to stay cool. It can also be a great way to stay in shape. Collin Kitchell, MD, family medicine physician for Cleveland Clinic Florida, highlights the health benefits. “Some of the spectacular health benefits of aqua therapy and swimming...
NE Ohio company Whoa Dough expands with national retailer
HIGHLAND HEIGHTS, Ohio – Whoa Dough has widened its retail distribution footprint in a big way. The Highland Heights-based company is now in 222 Super Target locations across the country. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may receive...
The YMCA is a great place for older adults to connect and stay active
CLEVELAND, Ohio -- Helping to keep senior citizens sprightly and engaged is the goal of numerous programs at the YMCA of Greater Cleveland. Executive Director of Health Initiatives Linda McVey said the Y is committed to having a positive impact on aging adults through its network of branches and extensive programing.
Safety is key when it comes to swimming reminds ER physician
ANN ARBOR, MI (UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN) - Last week, an 11-year-old boy drowned while swimming in Lake Erie as his family visited a beach in Euclid. Incidents like this are preventable, and doctors have some tips on how to keep your day of fun from ending up in the ER.
6 Cleveland Candle Makers to Shop for Perfect Home Scents
These Northeast Ohio candle makers create scent-sational blends. By Julia Lombardo. What goes into the quintessential smell of a home? That's the question some local candlemakers answer every day, when they carefully craft and perfect scents to add atmosphere to life's moments. “We are a family-owned and operated business,” says...
Librarian and Comedian Make Snide Comments About Old Cleveland Photos at Grog Shop
Satirist/comedian Mike Polk Jr and librarian/Cleveland historian John Skrtic of the Cleveland Public Library are again joining forces for one of their Cleveland Vintage Photo Album evenings, thias one taking place at the Grog Shop. For these programs, they mine collections for old Cleveland photos, ads and other print material...
‘Excitement is building’ for Lyndhurst’s Aug. 3 tribute to hometown rocker Eric Carmen
LYNDHURST, Ohio -- Mayor Patrick Ward is enthusiastically looking ahead to Aug. 3 -- the date when the city will pay tribute to songwriter and musician Eric Carmen. Carmen spent his early years in Lyndhurst before going on to fame, first as a member of Cleveland rock band The Raspberries, then as a solo artist, then as a writer of hits for other artists and movie soundtracks.
Learn About Nneka and Tusa, Two Cleveland Metroparks Zoo Gorillas
Watch this special spotlight on two of Cleveland Metroparks Zoo’s female gorillas, Nneka and Tusa, to learn about the family group hierarchy and discover each gorilla’s most unique feature. You’ll also get an update on how the babies are adapting to the group, and what to expect when you visit this summer.
Vintage Ohio boosts VIP area for annual 2-day event
CLEVELAND, Ohio – The 29th Vintage Ohio is coming up, and the annual two-day wine festival aims to highlight the state’s wide range of varietals through a beefed-up VIP area. Donniella Winchell, executive director at Ohio Wine Producers Association, calls it “a focal point” for the fest....
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