Friday, April 5, 2013
Naturalists also lead hikes in the nature preserve from 2 to 3 p.m. every Sunday
The Nature Center at Mentor Marsh Nature Preserve has extended its hours now that winter is over. The center is open from noon to 5 p.m. every Saturday and Sunday. Visitors can come in and explore the exhibits and hands-on displays, as well as discover fun facts about the region's largest coastal wetland. Additionally, naturalists lead hikes through the preserve from 2 to 3 p.m. every Sunday. The weekly Sunday Marsh programs explore seasonal occurrences and allow visitors to see sights that are hands-on and family friendly. These hikes go in mostly all weather, so please come prepared. Trails may be muddy this time of year so waterproof footwear or boots are recommended. Reservations for these weekly programs are requested. Program …
Thursday, November 29, 2012
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1. HAIR 4 HEROES BENEFIT FOR NYPD OFFICERS Where/When: Tryst Salon and Spa, 10 a.m., Sunday Why Go: On Sunday, Tryst Salon and Spa will host a fundraising event with the Cleveland Police Patrolmen's Association to raise money for New York Police officers in need. Hurricane Sandy left more 1,500 NYPD officers without homes, clothes, cars, and belongings. These officers remained on duty protecting citizens as their homes were ravaged by the hurricane. Tryst Salon will be offering 15 percent off all services Dec. 2 and donating all proceeds from services to the NYPD Officers. There will also be raffles for gift cards from various businesses and services, product baskets and more. Call and book your appointment at 440-974-4001. If you are …
Thursday, October 25, 2012
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1. SHORE PTSA MAKE A DIFFERENCE DAY FOOD DRIVE Where/When: Shore Middle School, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday Why Go: The Shore Middle School PTSA is conducting a Food Drive to benefit St. Bede's Food Pantry this Saturday. All proceeds will directly benefit Lake County families. Members of the Shore PTSA, including staff, parents and students, will be on hand from 9:00 am to 2:00 p.m. (rain or shine) to collect food and donations from anyone wishing to join in and support this effort. Most needed now are healthy foods to build balanced meals for families. All types of canned or boxed dry food and paper products will be graciously accepted along with monetary donations of any size. Pricing: Free 2. AN EVENING WITH THE GHOST WHISPERER …
Thursday, October 18, 2012
With so much to do this weekend, we had to give you a super-stuffed planner
1. ZOMBIE DAY Where/When: Mentor Public Library main branch, noon to 4 p.m., Saturday Why Go: Mentor Public Library will host its first ever zombie invasion, dubbed Z-Day, this weekend. Uninfected teens will gather in the library’s James R. Garfield Room to test their survival skills, including playing zombie trivia. Those who miss questions will become infected and turn into the undead. The last survivors will be awarded prizes. The undead transformations will occur through zombie makeup. (Teens are reminded to dress for undeath. Things could get messy.) The newly undead teens will zombie walk around the library’s property to terrorize the neighborhood. Following the zombie walk the undead will return to the library for prizes, zombie …
Thursday, October 4, 2012
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1. FALL MIGRATORY BIRDING BONANZA Where/When: Mentor Marsh Nature Preserve, 2 p.m. Sunday Why Go: Mentor Marsh features upland forests, marsh grass, and open water that attracts dozens of migrating bird species including raptors, ducks, shorebirds, sparrows and warblers. Guides will discuss local and long-distance migratory patterns and species as they hike along the Marsh trails. Birders from all over the region come flocking here to birdwatch during migration--both spring and fall. Some rarities spotted recently at the Marsh include sedge wrens, Nelson's sparrows, Lincoln sparrow, and a Western kingbird. Bring binoculars or they will have some to lend. Birders of all levels welcome. Group birding is a great way to learn the intricacies …
Thursday, September 27, 2012
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1. LYNN KAATZ RETIREMENT ART EXHIBITION Where/When: Gallery One Art Gallery, Friday and Saturday Why Go: Lynn Kaatz, one of Ohio’s most famous and recognized wildlife artists, is retiring and a lifetime of his original paintings will be available to collectors during a special exhibit and sale, which opens this weekend at Mentor’s Gallery One. The Lynn Kaatz collection is composed of wildlife, songbirds, landscapes, seascapes, puppies and adult dogs, sporting scenes and Americana. Many images have been replicated in plates, figurines and fine prints. The exhibition will open Friday with Kaatz in attendance from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Kaatz will speak informally at 7 p.m. Kaatz will also be present on Saturday from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Refreshments …
Thursday, August 16, 2012
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1. NTD SUPERDRAFT - CHARITY SOFTBALL TOURNAMENT Where/When: Mentor High School, begins Friday and continues throughout the weekend Why Go: The NTD Super Draft Tournament was organized to help softball players in extreme times of need. The tournament consists of players that sign up individually and then are drafted to a team based on information supplied at registration. Teams are drafted Friday. Players should show up and check in starting at 8 a.m. Saturday. First pitch will be at 9 a.m. The proceeds from this year’s tournament will be donated to Justin Keichel. Justin is a remarkable young man whose talent is only surpassed by the size of his heart. He has played for years with Mentor Adult Softball and many other leagues across the tri…
Thursday, August 9, 2012
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1. END OF SUMMER PARTY Where/When: Mentor Public Library main branch, 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday (Aug. 9) Why Go: Don't worry. Summer isn't finished yet. However, the library's summer reading program -- "Dream Big, Read!" -- is coming to a conclusion. Celebrate the season's readings with a big hurrah at the Read House where kids will receive prizes and enjoy a performance from the Rockin' Robots. Pricing: Free 2. FAMILY CAMPOUT Where/When: Civic Center Park, 5 p.m. Friday Why Go: Enjoy a night out under the stars at Civic Center Park. Families provide their own tents, sleeping bags, flashlights and personal items. There will be a campfire, games, crafts, snacks, swim time at Civic Center Pool and a movie. A light breakfast will be provided …
Thursday, June 28, 2012
There's a lot to do this weekend, especially for lovers of live theater
1. CLEVELAND SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL Where/When: James A. Garfield National Historic Site, 7 p.m. Saturday and Sunday Why Go: The Cleveland Shakespeare Festival returns this weekend to Mentor for free performances of two of William Shakespeare's better known plays. Each year, the troupe picks one of Shakespeare's comedies and one of his dramas to stage in the park. This year, they will perform Henry VIII on June 30 and As You Like It on July 1. Both shows begin at 7 p.m. and will be performed on the same lawn where President James A. Garfiend once entertained reporters. Audience members are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets and seat themselves prior to each outdoor performance. And the show will go on rain or shine. Guests are …
Thursday, June 21, 2012
Check out all the awesome events happening in and around Mentor in this week's superstuffed planner
1. 2012 CARDINAL DASH Where/When: Mentor High School, 9 a.m. Saturday Why Go: Scott Panchik -- a health and physical education teacher at Mentor High -- is competing in the national CrossFit championship this July in Carson, CA. (He is ranked 15th among 45 finalists who were culled from more than 50,000 competitors.) To help raise money for Panchik's trip, the Mentor Redline Club is holding a competition in which people will compete in many of the same events that Panchik has mastered. The workout competition will include the 400 m dash, box jumps, thrusters, jumping rope, abmat sit ups, overhead lunges and more. Prizes will be awarded to the first place team in each of three divisions -- ninth and tenth graders, juniors and seniors, and …
Kris Peters
9:31 am on Friday, April 5, 2013
YEAH - our family loves the Mentor Marsh! :) more ›