June 5
East Cleveland Township Cemetery Tour
E. 118th Street off Euclid Avenue
2:00 p.m., Meet at the Gatehouse

June 7
A World of Colors
Celebrate the diversity of people throughout the world through stories, crafts, and activities.
Collinwood Branch Library, 856 East 152nd St., 3:00 p.m.

June 7
Legal and Financial Issues for People with Dementia
An elder law attorney will give advice on durable powers of attorney, wills and living wills, and preparing to finance long-term care. Register by calling (216) 231-1486
Euclid Hospital Waltz Auditorium, 18901 Lake Shore Blvd., 6–7:30 p.m.

June 9
One World, Many Stories Princess Tea Party
By royal command, the Memorial-Nottingham Branch will host a magnificent soiree featuring a tea table befitting young royalty, scepter-making, and a review of the tale the Princess and the Pea by Rachel Isadora. Dolls and teddy bears welcome, and participants are encouraged to dress up like their favorite world princess. For children ages 4 through 8 years of age.  Please register with the Children’s Librarian, Ms. Maria, by calling (216) 623-7039.
Memorial-Nottingham Library, 17109 Lake Shore Blvd., 5:30-6:30 p.m.

June 11 & 12
Feast of St. Anthony Festival
Music & entertainment, plus delicious homemade Italian food.
Saturday: Mass at 4 p.m. Festival, 5 p.m.-10 p.m. Sunday: Mass with Bishop Pevec at 10:30 a.m., followed by a neighborhood procession; Festival, 1-8:00 p.m.
Holy Redeemer, 15712 Kipling Ave, 216-531-3313

June 11
World Wide Knit in Public Day
Meet local knitters, share tips and tricks, and show off your projects!
Explore the library’s excellent collection of knitting books.
Collinwood Branch, 856 East 152nd St., 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

June 11
Explore Euclid Creek
Have you hiked along Euclid Creek and wondered what animals live there?  Here’s a chance to take a closer look at the creek and its residential aquatic life. Dip nets provided.
Meet at Highland Picnic Area parking lot, 10–11:30 a.m.

June 11
AWANA Fair
Games and rides for children ages 6-15.
Good Shepherd Baptist Church, 17822 Euclid Ave., 12 p.m.

June 12
We Got the Beets!
Yes, Beet Salad with Goat Cheese is delicious, but what else can you do with them? Come to the Beet Lab, sponsored by FreshFork Market. We’ll show you how to make six new great beet dishes. You’ll get to taste all of them and take home an instruction booklet. Space is limited so register early! Lab Fee: $15
17105 Grovewood Av., 216-531-4900, 2 p.m.-4 p.m.

June 14
Jose & Julia Tequila Dinner
Grovewood Tavern, $59
17105 Grovewood Av., 216-531-4900, 6:30 p.m.

June 14
Global Bingo
Every Place has a story.  Join us for a round of Bingo as we discover the stories behind some of the world’s most famous cities.
Collinwood Branch Library, 856 East 152nd St., 1-2:00 p.m.

June 16-17-18
Beachland Park Neighborhood Street Sale
Find treasures at this community-wide garage sale throughout the Beachland allotment: Canterbury, Cornwall, Landseer and Windward, north and south of Lakeshore Blvd.
Various locations, watch for signs. 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

June 16
From Anansi to Eensy, Weensy!
Come listen to spider stories and make a creepy crawler to take home.
Memorial-Nottingham Library, 17109 Lake Shore Blvd., 1:30 p.m.-2:30 p.m.

June 17
Arts Collinwood’s Member Show Opening
Featuring work by a wide range of local artists who are members of Arts Collinwood.
15601 Waterloo Road, 6-10 p.m.

June 17
Exploration Station 1st Anniversary
The state park’s nature center has already been open for one year! See what’s new, take in some seasonal art, and meet Cap’n Willie – the Great Lakes Pirate. Refreshments will be provided courtesy of Interstate Safety & Service.
CLSP headquarters, 8701 Lakeshore Blvd., • 7-9:00 p.m.

June 18
Bright Star Missionary Baptist Community Day
Free household items, clothes, finger printing, and music.
13028 Shaw Ave., 9:00 a.m-3:00 p.m.

June 18
Writing a Business Plan
Learn to write a business plan for your future or current business.  Stay organized, outline your goals, or attract investors.
Collinwood Library, 856 East 152nd Street, 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

June 20
Lemonade in the Park @ Duggan
Catch up on neighborhood news while the kids busy themselves on the playground. Sponsored by Famicos Foundation Ward 10.
Olympia and Euclid Ave., 4-7:00 p.m.

June 21
A Tribute to International Music Star, Michael Jackson
Join us to pay tribute to the internationally renowned “King of Pop”, Michael Jackson.
Collinwood Branch Library, 856 East 152nd St., 1-2:00 p.m.

June 22
One Little Red Hen, Many Stories
There are many versions of The Little Red Hen story. Join us as we read a few versions of the story, make a craft, and try to come up with one of our own as a group!
Memorial-Nottingham Library, 17109 Lake Shore Blvd., 10:30-11:30 a.m.

June 22
Communication and Behavior Changes with Dementia
Come and learn how to successfully communicate with people with dementia. Learn about common behaviors in people with dementia what to say and what not to say. Registration: 216.231.1486
Euclid Hospital Waltz Auditorium, 18901 Lake Shore Blvd., 6–7:30 p.m.

June 23
Valley of the Moon Winemaker Dinner at the Grovewood
17105 Grovewood Ave., 216-531-4900, at 6:30 p.m.

June 23
Blue Lunch Blues Concert
Part of the East Shore Park Club Music in the Park ’11 Concert Series. Bring your own lawn chairs or blankets, food & beverages. Rain or shine.
17213 Dorchester Drive, 7-9:30 p.m.  www.bluelunch.com

June 24
Charter Boat Fishing at Wildwood
Head out onto Lake Erie for an evening of perch fishing. Bait and equipment will be provided. This program is open to families, but children must be at least 8 years old. Age 16 and over must have a valid fishing license. Pre-registration is required, call (216) 881-8141 ext. 3001.
Wildwood Marina. 6:30-9 p.m.

June 25
9th Annual Waterloo Arts Fest Presented by Arts Collinwood
Stroll Waterloo Road and visit more than 30 art vendors, Cleveland-area food trucks/local eateries, kids area with great arts activities, interactive public art, street performers, 4 music stages with more than 20 bands/DJs and lots more including the local merchants.
Waterloo Road between E. 156th & E. 161st, 12-7 p.m., waterlooartsfest.com

June 25 & 26
City of Euclid Pond & Garden Tour
Come and view beautiful ponds and gardens that your neighbors have to showcase. Tickets: $5. Call (216) 289-8598 or purchase at Euclid City Hall or Briardale Greens Golf Course. Saturday Candle Light Tour 7-11 p.m., Sunday, 1-6 p.m.

June 28
Cleveland Metroparks NatureTracks Mobile Tour
Hop onboard the NatureTracks Mobile Classroom and expand your knowledge of nature. Join Mario Jackson, Cleveland Metroparks Education Specialist and learn what you can do to become closer to the environment!
Memorial-Nottingham Library, 17109 Lake Shore Blvd., 1:30-3:30 p.m.

June 28
Celebrating Independence Day in America
Learn about the history and traditions of this holiday across the globe through interactive activities and make a patriotic craft to take home!
Collinwood Branch Library, 856 East 152nd St., 1-2:00p.m.

June 29
Lemonade in the Park @ Kenneth W. Clement School
Catch up on neighborhood news while the kids busy themselves on the playground. Sponsored by Famicos Foundation Ward 10.
14311 Woodworth Road, 4-7:00 p.m.

July 2011

July 4
Beachland Park’s 91st Annual Fourth-of-July Parade
This year’s theme is “Great Lakes Living.” Steps off from Windward at 10:30 a.m., proceeds through the park allotment—Windward, Landseer and Canterbury, ends at the bandstand with awards ceremony.

Shore Acres Association 4th of July celebration
Wristbands required, cost covers entire day of events. Wristbands $5/person, $25/family
Bicycle/scooter/person decorating at 10:15 a.m. Parade steps off from Shore Acres lake front park, eastern end of Shore Acres Drive at 11 a.m. Prizes given for decorations, costumes. Well-behaved dogs welcome. BBQ, 12-2 p.m., plus raffles, horseshoe competition for adults, games for all ages: 2-4 p.m.
www.shoreacrescleveland.blogspot.com, 216-692-0216

July 5
Express Yourself, Declare Yourself
One World Many Stories, What is yours? Share your summer experience or what you plan to do in the future as we explore a world of stories and craft our own.
Collinwood Branch Library, 856 East 152nd St., 1-2:00p.m.

July 7
Concert at the Park
Hosted by Coronado Beach Association. Please bring your own blankets/chairs/food etc. as well as a donation for when the ‘hat’ is passed.
North end of Ingleside and Crestland, 6:30 p.m.

July 9
5th District Neighborhood Police Safety Fair
Enjoy food, fun, music and information regarding quality of life issues. Meet representatives from police and city departments, county and private agencies and explore the Cleveland Fire Department Smoke House. Free.
Dave’s Supermarket 15900 Lakeshore Blvd., 11:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.

July 12
Here Comes the Red Engine! Cleveland Fire Department
Children, young adults and families, join the Cleveland Fire Department, as they discuss fire safety tips, and demonstrate various fire equipment. Visit the Smoke House, a mobile home that uses non-toxic smoke and an alarm system to teach children how to escape a home fire.
Memorial-Nottingham Library, 17109 Lake Shore Blvd., 2:30-4:30 p.m.

July 12
International Play Day
All around the world children love to play games. Travel the globe to learn about and play games like children from distant lands.
Collinwood Branch Library, 856 East 152nd St., 1-2:00 p.m.

July 13
Bastille Day French Beer Dinner, (one day early).
17105 Grovewood Ave., 216-531-4900, 6:30 p.m.

July 15
Art Gallery Opening
Featuring the work of Jack McWhorter; paintings & drawings that derive from a system of metaphors drawn from physical science.
Arts Collinwood Gallery, 15601 Waterloo Road 6-10 p.m.

July 16
Euclid Beach Blast!
A day-long celebration of Euclid Beach Park’s past, present and future through art, recreation, history, food and fun. We’ll kick off the day with a beach cleanup then grab our shovels for a sand castle contest! Stroll an outdoor pop up art show, grab some food from one of Cleveland’s famous food trucks, enjoy some tunes and learn about how you can help Euclid Beach and our Greatest Lake! Bring your bike and we will even throw in a prize! Afterparty at Arts Collinwood—free outdoor film and other fun activities. For more information, call (216) 571-0685, or visit the Euclid Beach Blast Facebook page.
16250 Lakeshore Blvd. • 11:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m.

July 18
Lemonade in the Park @ Groton
Catch up on neighborhood news while the kids busy themselves on the climber. Sponsored by Famicos Foundation Ward 10.
Groton Road west of Green, 4-7:00 p.m.

July 19
Papa Assane M’Baye and Tam Tam Magic African Dance and Drum Workshop
Children and young adults, join this Cleveland-based percussion ensemble for authentic traditional dances of West African cultures, learn the meanings of the dances, and experience percussion instruments and the meaning of rhythms of countries lining the coast of West Africa.  Come be part of this exuberant experience!
Memorial-Nottingham Library, 17109 Lake Shore Blvd., 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.

July 19
Hungry to Learn
Children will feed their minds, bodies, and souls through music, games and activities that make them wonder, “Where in the world am I?”
Collinwood Branch Library, 856 East 152nd St., 1-2:00 p.m.

July 21, 2011.
Express Yourself, Declare Yourself
What have you done, where have you been? What do you plan to do in the future?  Tell your story. We’ll supply the encouragement and supplies!
Memorial-Nottingham Library, 17109 Lake Shore Blvd., 5-6:00 p.m.

Thursday, July 21
Alan Greene Band Blues Concert
Part of the East Shore Park Club Music in the Park ’11 Concert Series. Bring your own lawn chairs or blankets, food & beverages. Rain or shine!
17213 Dorchester Drive, 7-9:30 p.m., alangreeneband.com

Bats!
Get the lowdown on these high-flying mammals with Cleveland Lakefront State Park naturalist Carol Ward, do some activities before heading out for an evening walk to locate bats in the area.
Euclid Beach Pavilion, 8-9:30 p.m.

July 23
She Speaks!
Every 4th Saturday at Arts Collinwood women poets are encouraged to take part in this lively poetry slam event for a cash prize.  Café customers get a chance to vote for their favorite poet while enjoying their favorite brew or meal.  Open-mike poetry begins at 8p.m. followed by a brief poetry workshop and then the slam.  For more information visit www.shespeaksup.org or www.artscollinwood.org.

July 23
Dog Hike at Euclid Creek Reservation
Bring your best friend to the park for some exercise and socialization.
We’ll hike the beautiful wooded trails of the Euclid Creek valley. Dogs
must be leashed. Terrain: moderate, 1.5-2 miles.
Meet at Highland Picnic Area parking lot, 10-11:30 a.m.

July 26
Hooray for the World
Children and their families will celebrate the world and its diverse cultures through arts and crafts, making flags of different countries and sharing their work in a parade around the library.
Collinwood Branch Library, 856 East 152nd St., 1-2:00 p.m.

Thursday, July 28
International Play Day
All around the world, children love to play games. Travel the globe and play like children from distant lands.
Memorial-Nottingham Library, 17109 Lake Shore Blvd., 2-3:00 p.m.

July 30-31
New Moon Kundalini Yoga Women’s Retreat @ Awaken Yoga School
Nurture the Divine Feminine through Kundalini Yoga, Trance Dance, Chant and Meditation. Visit www.awakentoyoga.com to register.
Shore Cultural Centre, 291 E. 222nd St., Room 239

August 2011

August 2
Safety First! Cleveland Police Department Workshop
Children, young adults and families, join the Cleveland Police Department, as they discuss safety tips!
Memorial-Nottingham Library, 17109 Lake Shore Blvd., 2:30 – 3:30 p.m.

August 4
Joe Novak & Friends Polka Concert
Part of the East Shore Park Club Music in the Park ’11 Concert Series. Bring your own lawn chairs or blankets, food & beverages. Rain or shine!
17213 Dorchester Drive, 7-9:30 p.m. www.joenovakandfriends.com

August 5
Dike 14 Evening Hike
Meet at the Cleveland Lakefront State Park office building to sign in and check out the
Exploration Station while we gather our group before heading out. Please note, ticks may be present—long pants with socks and sturdy, closed shoes are recommended. BYOBS: Bring Your Own Bug Spray!
8701 Lakeshore Blvd., • 7-9:00 p.m.

August 6
Summer Spiritual Psychic Fair
Join us for an afternoon of exploring your psychic connections, see what spiritualism is all about. Free admission; readings $20. Memorial Spiritual Christian Church, 19204 Pawnee Ave. 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.

August 9
Summer Reading Club Finale
All Summer Club Reading Club members are invited to celebrate their reading accomplishments by joining us for cake, punch, and activities.
Collinwood Branch Library, 856 East 152nd St., 1-2:00 p.m.

August 12
Evening Canoe
The full sturgeon moon is almost upon us as we explore
Euclid Creek at Wildwood. Pre-registration is required, call (216) 881-8141. Limit 8 canoes; you must have canoed with the naturalist in daylight to sign up for this event.
Cleveland Lakefront State Park, Wildwood, 7-9:00 p.m.

August 12
Gallery Opening
Let Mark Keffer’s layers of successive improvisations based on the work of pioneering Ohio modernist William Sommer (1867-1949) swirl around you.
Arts Collinwood Gallery, 6-10 p.m..

August 14
Euclid Doggy Swim
Join us for this fun filled event, dogs only in the pool please!  Proof of license and current vaccination records required for all dogs. $2/dog Euclid Resident, $4/dog Non-Resident, and $5.00 per dog for all day of the event. For more information call the Euclid Recreation Department, 216-289-8114 Option 8.
Roosevelt Pool, 20750 Arbor Avenue, 4-5:30 p.m.

August 18
Scott Hansen and the Champagnes – Rock & Roll Oldies & Original Music
Part of the East Shore Park Club Music in the Park ’11 Concert Series. Bring your own lawn chairs or blankets, food & beverages. Rain or shine!
17213 Dorchester Drive, 7-9:30 p.m. • myspace.com/4thechampagnes

August 26
Celebrate Summer at Euclid Creek Reservation
As summer draws to a close and the new school year draws near, join us for nature activities and exploration, ending with an outdoor showing of Legend of the Guardians: The Owls of Ga’Hoole. Bring a blanket or lawn chair to sit on.
Upper Highland Picnic Area • 6:30-9:00 p.m.

August 27
She Speaks! Poetry Slam at Arts Collinwood Cafe
Lively ladies-only poetry slam for a cash prize. Café customers get a chance to vote for their favorites while enjoying their favorite brew or meal. For more information visit www.shespeaksup.org
15601 Waterloo Road, 8 p.m.

August 27
5th Annual Cliff Schultz Memorial Corn Roast and BBQ cook-off.
Celebrate summer with fresh Ohio corn! Featuring Sweet corn recipes and all that northeast Ohio farms have to offer. Test your BBQ skills against the best backyard and pro chefs or just come to eat.
Coit Road Farmers Market, 8:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. www.coitmarket.org

August 27
Good Shepherd Baptist Church Annual Friendship Fair
Food, Music, & Clothes Giveaway
17822 Euclid Ave., 12-6 p.m.

August 29
Portuguese Wine Dinner
17105 Grovewood Ave., 216-531-4900, at 6:30 p.m.

August 31
NASA in Your Neighborhood
Come and learn about your environment, travel, technology, and space with our special guest from NASA.
Collinwood Branch Library, 856 East 152nd St., 2:00 p.m.

September 1
Lemonade in the Park @ Groton
Catch up on neighborhood news while the kids busy themselves on the playground. Sponsored by Famicos Foundation Ward 10.
Groton Road west of Green, 4-7:00 p.m.

September 1
Victory Highway – Classic Rock Concert
Bring your own lawn chairs or blankets, food & beverages. Rain or shine! Many thanks to lead sponsor DeScenzo Rubbish Removal for the East Shore Park Club Music in the Park ’11 Concert Series. Family owned & operated for over 50 years • (216) 631-0022.
17213 Dorchester Drive, 7-9:30 p.m. www.victoryhwy.com

September 8
Concert at the Park
Coronado Beach Association invites you to the final summer concert in the pavilion. Please bring your own blankets/chairs/food etc. as well as a donation for when the ‘hat’ is passed.
North end of Ingleside and Crestland, 6:30 p.m.

September 10
Euclid Creek Stream Cleanup and Bioswale Service Day
Help conserve the nature of our neighborhood at this 3rd annual service day. Friends of Euclid Creek will also be cleaning the bioswale (fancy name for ‘big rain garden’) so stop by the marina parking lot to learn about that project. Call (216) 524.6580 x16 for details.
Wildwood parking lot, 9 a.m.-noon

September 14
8th Annual Polka Hall of Fame Slovenian Sausage Fest
See which of our neighborhood shops dances away with bragging rights for the next year. Held at the Slovenska Narodna Podporna Jednota (Slovene National Benefit Society) Farm in Kirtland. For tickets, call (440) 974-8075 or stop by the Polka HOF.
1-8 p.m. • SNPJ Farm

September 19
Third Annual “Taste of Autumn” Fundraiser
at the Beachland Ballroom from featuring 10 of the area’s finest chefs creating dishes with the best our farmers have to offer! Tickets are $35 and are available at the Coit Road Farmers’ Market or online at www.coitmarket.org 6:00 – 9:00 P.M.

September 25
Remembering the Sights and Sounds of Euclid Beach Park

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