Tuesday, October 23, 2012
People can learn more about the history and hauntings of Mentor City Cemetery, Mentor Lagoons and the Wildwood Cultural Center
Dale Vokurka is the lead investigator and one of the founders of the Mentor Ohio Paranormal Research Society. They go to historical locations in and around Mentor and record EVPs -- electronic voice phenomena, for those who don't know -- in search for evidence of ghosts, spirits and other supernatural anomalies. Vokurka understands that some people may be skeptical about what he and his crew do. And, to the nay-sayers, he extends this invitation: "I encourage them to come on an investigation with us and let what happens be the proof," he said. Spirit hunters and skeptics alike have a chance to join Vokurka and the MOPRS on a series of ghost tours and paranormal investigations in some of Mentor's most historical locations. People can learn …
Monday, October 22, 2012
Canines gather for a costume party at Mentor Dog Park
This slideshow contains so many adorable dogs it's scary. Canines in costumes gathered Friday at Mentor Dog Park for the city's annual Howl-O-Ween party. They competed in a costume contest with categories like Face Only a Mother Could Love, Dog & Owner Lookalike and Best Costume. The winners (both pets and owners) received prizes. Which costume is your favorite?
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 …
Friday, October 12, 2012
ups and their owners can compete in costume contests Oct. 19 at Mentor Dog Park
Let your pet have some fun this Halloween, also. Dress your pooch in its funniest, silliest or scariest costume for the annual Howl-O-Ween from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Oct. 19 at Mentor Dog Park. Pets and owners can compete in a costume contest with categories like Face Only a Mother Could Love, Dog & Owner Lookalike and Best Costume. The winners (both pets and owners) will receive prizes. Of course, the dogs will also be able to play at the dog park's fenced agility courses or go for a walk. Pet-friendly vendors will also have treats for sale for both pooches and their patrons. A few rules apply: dogs must be up to date on their vaccinations, licensed and not be in heat to come play. Howl-O-Ween is a free event. Call Mentor Recreation at 440-974-…
Monday, October 8, 2012
More than 400 Mentor students participated in International Walk To School Day last week
More than 400 students from Orchard Hollow and Sterling Morton participated in International Walk to School Day Thursday and Friday, respectively. They were joined by their teachers, parents, school administrators, police and firemen during their commute. Walk to School Day began in the United Kingdom and crossed the pond in 1997. Mentor's Recreation Department has organized walks for the last three years. The event encourages healthy habits and safe, walkable neighborhoods. More photos from International Walk to School Day can be found at www.mentorschools.net
Monday, October 1, 2012
People can see the winning pieces of artwork in The Dorothy McNamara Maloney Memorial Art Contest at the Mentor Senior Center
The city of Mentor's Wildwood Cultural Center and Community Arts Commission recently announced the winning pieces of art in the annual The Dorothy McNamara Maloney Memorial Art Contest of Lake County. Sixty-Five artists submitted their work and they will be on display at the Mentor Senior Center on weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. until Oct. 3, 2012. The works can also be viewed on The Mentor Channel 12 in the program Around Town through Oct. 7. The winners are: Best of Show Award: Donald Christofer –The Red House at Rockport, MA (3D) Watercolor 1st Place Jim Hawkey Willys 2nd Place Patricia Greene Shelter Dog 3rd Place…
Tuesday, September 11, 2012
The carnival rides and late September date are out; city looks to replace them with emphasis on neighborhoods, local businesses and community building
The It's Better In Mentor Festival will look very different next year, said Bob Martin, the city's director of Parks and Recreation. It will be in a slightly different location, shorter, held in the summer as opposed to early fall and, most importantly, it will have a different focus. "We're looking to make this truly a community-focused event," Martin said. To that end, the city is ditching the carnival rides, even though the rides have traditionally been the festival's biggest money makers. Instead, the city hopes to focus on the things that truly make Mentor different from other communities. So instead of inviting the usual cavalcade of carnival games into town, all the games will be run by local PTAs, churches, student groups and other…
The city's big beach bash will be either July 20 or 27
Already missing summer? Well, at least you have a big bash on the beach to look forward to next year. That's when the city of Mentor will hold the the first ever Headlands Beach Bash, which will be either July 20 or 27, 2013, and will coincide with the city's 50th anniversary. The one-day festival began as an idea for a kite-flying demonstration, said Bob Martin, the director of parks and recreation for Mentor. However, it soon grew to embrace all things beachy -- kite flying, boating, beach volleyball, sand sculptures, and, of course, food. The city wants people to enjoy all the assets the beach and lake have to offer so they intend to bring out the canoes, kayaks, paddleboats -- and weather permitting -- sail boats, Martin said. Spirit …
Monday, September 10, 2012
More than 100 Thunderbirds, Model T's, Packards and more gathered Sunday in Civic Center Park
A rain delay didn't deter hundreds of classic car enthusiasts who gathered Sunday at Civic Center Park for the 11th annual Mentor Cruise In. Originally scheduled for Saturday, a thunderstorm forced organizers to push back the festivities a day. However, the sun was shining for the Thunderbirds, Mustangs, Corvettes and more that congregated for the Cruise In. Check out our photos from the event and feel free to add your own.
Thursday, September 6, 2012
Check out all of the things happening in and around Mentor this weekend
1. BABY MICHAEL SANTON'S BENEFIT DINNER Where/When: 33150 Lake Shore Blvd, Eastlake, 6 p.m. Saturday Why Go: Michael Santon was born with Congenital Cytomegalovirus on May 6, 2012; and his family needs help paying for his care. To that end, friends are hosting a benefit dinner for the family this Saturday. A $20 ticket gets you a spaghetti dinner with salad and dinner rolls. There will also be a cash bar, as well as a Chinese auction, raffles and DJ. Go here to buy tickets. Pricing: $20 2. MENTOR MUSIC'S TAG DAY Where/When: Mentor High School (and all throughout the city,) 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday Why Go: The Mentor Schools' band programs will have their annual Tag Day fundraiser this Saturday. Students will canvas Mentor neighborhoods …
Mary Vokurka
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