Thursday, February 7, 2013
See what events are happening in and around Mentor this weekend
1. HARLEM LEGENDS V. LAKE COUNTY ALL-STARS Where/When: Mentor High School, 6:30 p.m. Saturday Why Go: The Harlem Legends will face Lake County's finest in basketball but, regardless of score, the winner will be the Society for Rehabilitation. The Legends, including members of the original Globetrotters, will play an exhibition game against the Lake County All-Stars this Saturday at Mentor High School. The All-Stars are coached by Mentor Schools Superintendent Matt Miller and will include Mentor High Boys Basketball Coach Bob Krizancic, Principal William Wade, Mentor Municipal Court Judge John Trebets and more. The evening's festivities will begin at 6:30 p.m. with a high school 3-point shootaround. Then the Legends will take the court …
Thursday, January 10, 2013
See what's happening in and around Mentor this week
1. CELEBRATE MENTOR CIVIC ICE ARENA'S 30TH ANNIVERSARY Where/When: Mentor Civic Ice Arena, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday Why Go: The Ice Arena will celebrate its 30th anniversary this Saturday with games, prizes and demonstrations from local youth hockey teams and figure skaters. The schedule for the day is: From 9 to 11 a.m., there will be a pancake breakfast. The donations from the breakfast go to the Special Skaters program, which teaches skating in a fun way to youths and adults with disabilities. Next, professional coaches will be offering free lessons from 11:30 a.m. to noon. Then, the west rink will have open skating from noon to 5 p.m. Meanwhile, there will be hockey clinics for children from 12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m. Afterward, the east …
Thursday, January 3, 2013
Join the celebration with hockey and figure skating demonstrations, games, prizes and more
Everything is cooler on ice. That means for the last 30 years, the Civic Ice Arena has made the city of Mentor cooler. The Ice Arena will celebrate its 30th anniversary from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Jan. 12. There will be games, prizes and demonstrations from local youth hockey teams and figure skaters. The schedule for the day is: From 9 to 11 a.m., there will be a pancake breakfast. The donations from the breakfast go to the Special Skaters program, which teaches skating in a fun way to youths and adults with disabilities. Next, professional coaches will be offering free lessons from 11:30 a.m. to noon. Then, the west rink will have open skating from noon to 5 p.m. Meanwhile, there will be hockey clinics for children from 12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m. …
Thursday, June 14, 2012
What do your kids do for fun in the summertime around the Mentor area?
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Thursday, June 14, 2012
Each week the Mentor Patch Moms Council answers a question on parenthood posed to them by readers or another member of council. This week's question: What summer programs and events would you recommend for kids who are lazing through the summer? Renee Ochaya: My daughter’s favorite activity of the summer is the Wildwood Theater Camp. It is three weeks of non-stop fun, acting, putting on a performance and great games of fireball and capture the flag. The entire family enjoys lazy afternoons at the Civic Center pool. In addition to swimming and enjoying friends, there are sand volleyball courts and a personal favorite, tether ball. Another summer favorite is a neighborhood trip to Waldamere amusement Park in PA with about 10 other families. …
Wednesday, April 4, 2012
The Mentor Civic Ice Arena's skate camp is a cool way to spend Spring Break
Did you just realize your kids are on Spring Break next week? Are you still trying to find something fun for the kids to do that also (coincidentally) keeps them out of your hair? If so, check out the city of Mentor's All Day Skate Camp next week at the Mentor Civic Ice Arena. The camp runs from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and there are sessions Monday through Friday. Kids will get to play broomball and other games, watch movies, make crafts and, of course, skate. Children must be at least six years old to participate. The snack bar will be open forcampers to buy food or they can bring a lunch. It costs $30 to register a child for the camp. For more information on the program, check out the Mentor Parks and Recreation online catalogue. (The All Day …
Thursday, February 23, 2012
There's too much to do this weekend to stay stuck at home
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Thursday, February 23, 2012
1. LAKELAND JAZZ FESTIVAL Where/When: Lakeland Community College, Friday through Sunday Why Go: Two-time Grammy Award-winning jazz fusion group Yellowjackets headline the 40th Annual Lakeland Jazz Festival. The festival will also feature bassist Dave Morgan along with an ensemble of top jazz artists on Friday and the Lakeland Civic Jazz Orchestra with the Dave Banks Big Band on Sunday. The event is also a highlight for the jazz education community in Northeast Ohio and features area middle school, high school and college jazz ensembles. All performances are held in the Lakeland Performing Arts Center, 7700 Clocktower Drive, Kirtland. Pricing: Ticket price varies depending on the performer. For tickets and information, call 440-525-7134 or …
Thursday, February 2, 2012
See what's going on this weekend
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Thursday, February 2, 2012
1. THE GREAT BIG HOME & GARDEN EXPO Where/When: 1 I-X Center Drive, Cleveland, OH, Feb. 4 through 12 Why Go: Beat the winter blues at the Great Big Home & Garden Expo, which runs Feb. 4 through 12 at the I-X Center. Lush landscapes and gardens by local landscape companies, showcase homes made and decorated by local firms, and the latest home products will give you inspiration for a year's worth of home improvement and garden projects. Celebrity appearances include Chip Wade of HGTV's Curb Appeal, Bryan Baeumler from DIY Network's Disaster DIY and House of Bryan, Matt Fox of Around the House with Matt & Shari, and Fahrenheit chef Rocco Whalen, who recently appeared on the Food Network show Fat Chef. Pricing: $14 at the door, $11 online, $10…
Saturday, January 7, 2012
Sunday is a great day to revisit the Mentor Civic Ice Arena or check it out for the first time
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Saturday, January 7, 2012
The Mentor Civic Ice Arena is celebrating Community Skate Day; and if you or any member of your family is interested in figure skating, it is a great opportunity to try it. From 1:30 to 5 p.m., the arena will have an open skate with prizes, as well as skating lessons and an exhibition. It costs $4 to get into the event and that includes the price of skate rental and a lesson. Community Skate Day is part of National Skating Month. For more information on the Mentor Civic Ice Arena or its figure skating programs, visit the City of Mentor's web site.
Wednesday, December 28, 2011
Mentor offers a lot of fun ways to spend the final hours of 2011
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Wednesday, December 28, 2011
1. NOON YEAR'S EVE Where/When: Cleveland Metroparks Zoo, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Dec. 31 Why Go: Ring in the new year 12 hours early with a noon ball drop and special kid-friendly activities the whole family can enjoy including a wild animal show, music, dancing, an ice-carving demonstration, costumed characters and more. Pricing: Regular zoo rates -- $11 for adults, $8 for children, free for members and any child younger than 2 2. NEW YEAR'S EVE ICE SKATING Where/When: Mentor Civic Ice Arena, 6 p.m., Dec. 31 Why Go: All three rinks will be open for this special evening skate. Enjoy the music, skating and prizes. Pricing: $5.50 for adults, $4.50 for kids and another $2.50 for skate rental if you don't have your own. 3. NEW YEAR'S EVE AT …
Tuesday, November 22, 2011
The game will raise money and food for Lake Humane Society
Valerie Bosch first thought of the Alumnic Classic Hockey Game, which pits alumni from opposing schools against each other, almost a year ago. However, it took almost a year to get the timing right. Initially scheduled for New Years Day, the game -- which Bosch hopes will become an annual event -- the game will be played 5 p.m. this Friday at the Mentor Civic Ice Arena. It will cap the Turkey Cup Hockey Tournament that is played at the arena earlier in the day. Alum from Riverside Schools and Notre Dame Cathedral-Latin will face off on the ice for bragging rights. Just as important, the event will raise funds and food for Lake Humane Society. Guests can either give a $1 donation, a can of pet food or a bag of treats to watch. Invitations …
