July 4, 2015 Vol. 2015, Issue 3 Preacher of the Week The Rev. Dr. Jerry Root Supported by Bob & Becky Brymer Celebrate July 4 at Lakeside The Rev. Dr. Jerry Lakeside Chautauqua’s bought The Patio in May salad and apple pie for a total Root has dedicated his Fourth of July celebration be- 1991, two months before they cost of $9. Water and pop will life’s work to the study gins at 10 a.m. Saturday, July married, so they could con- be sold for $1. of C.S. Lewis, the high- 4 with the Children’s Bike tinue to spend summers in As part of the Fourth of ly infl uential author of Parade departing from Perry Lakeside. July festivities, all are invited many books, including Park. Participants of all ages Under their ownership, to enjoy live music and other the beloved series The should arrive early with an al- the restaurant has remained entertainment at the Pavil- Chronicles of Narnia. tian faith may become more ready-decorated bike. a Lakeside staple for many ion and the Steele Memorial Visiting Lakeside effective. Following the bike parade Lakesiders. See “Commu- Bandstand (Central Park Ga- Chautauqua as Preacher The Rev. Dr. Root will also will be the Fourth of July nity News” on page 2 for zebo) from 11:30 a.m.-9:45 of the Week from July provide the message at 10 Float Parade at 10:15 a.m. more information about the p.m. See “Arts & Entertain- 5-10, the Rev. Dr. Root a.m. Monday-Thursday for Both parades will travel west Behnkens. ment” on page 10 for more will share decades of a combined Faith for Living on Second Street. Spectators Enjoy the taste of summer information. his research about au- Hour and Chautauqua Lec- are invited to dress patrioti- at a Fourth of July cookout At 9:45 p.m., fi reworks thor C.S. Lewis with the ture Series morning lecture in cally as part of this Lakeside from 11 a.m.-6 p.m. on the will offer a spectacular fi na- community. Hoover Auditorium. Please holiday tradition. Hotel Lakeside lawn. This le to the holiday. This year, a This week’s Preacher note the change in time and The Grand Marshals for year, the cookout will be ca- barge will be used to launch of the Week program is location for this week’s Faith the fl oat parade will be Hei- tered by Avery’s Cafe & Ca- the fi reworks east of the dock. supported by Bob and for Living Hour. di and Brent Behnken, who tering. Therefore, the dock will close Becky Brymer. At 7:15 p.m. Tuesday, July have owned and operated The There will be a choice of a at 8 p.m. At the 10:30 a.m. 7, the Rev. Dr. Root will lead Patio Restaurant for 25 years. 1/4 rack of BBQ ribs or a 1/4 Please watch for signs at Hoover Community Vespers by the Lake, held at The Behnkens are both BBQ chicken. The meal also the Pavilion for more infor- Worship Service on Sun- the Steele Memorial Band- lifelong Lakesiders. They includes baked beans, potato mation. day, July 5, the Rev. Dr. stand. Root will provide a mes- Since 1970, the Rev. Dr. sage about Philemon. Root has been studying C. S. In his sermon titled, Lewis and a constellation of Fireworks “Growing in Christ by subjects related to Lewis. He Sharing His Love,” he has lectured about his passion 9:45 p.m. will weave his scholar- for C.S. Lewis at 59 colleges ly research about C.S. and universities in 24 dif- Saturday, July 4 Lewis with a message ferent countries and 32 U.S. about how a belief in states. God affects daily rela- He also authored several tionships with friends, books and poetry, as well as Hotel Lakeside Project presentations planned family and loved ones. provided book reviews and Last year, Lakeside dis- Based on Paul’s letter analyzed fi lm as part of his cussed the Hotel Lakeside to Philemon, the Rev. Dr. in-depth research on C.S. Project through a series of Root will help people of Lewis. community forums. This year, faith explore the dynam- the community is invited to ics of Christian life and See PREACHER participate in a series of Ho- how sharing the Chris- on page 8 tel Lakeside Project presen- tations. Lakeside plans for the future These presentations have been planned to provide the Lakeside Chautauqua will 1. Preserve Lakeside’s her- community with additional plan for the future through the itage, traditions and culture as information about the Hotel creation of a master plan. expressed in the mission and Lakeside Project. The development of a vision statement. 3:30-5 p.m. Wednesday, Hotel Lakeside. toration: Historic Preserva- master plan is a critical com- 2. Become known as a July 8: Hotel Lakeside Res- 3:30-5 p.m. Wednesday, tion Tax Credits (Chautauqua ponent needed to ensure that center of Chautauqua pro- toration: Estimate of Resto- July 14: Hotel Lakeside Res- Hall) the design of the grounds and gramming excellence. ration Project Costs (Chau- toration: Financial Projec- Peter Ketter, preservation facilities continue to support 3. Assure Lakeside is a tauqua Hall) tions (Chautauqua Hall) specialist from Sandvick Ar- Lakeside’s mission and fi ve safe, healthy and aesthetical- Experts from PCS, a Lakeside Finance Com- chitects in Cleveland, Ohio, strategic goals. ly pleasing community. Cleveland-based construction mittee Chair, Dave Blank, will be on hand to discuss the This plan will also provide 4. Address 21st century fi rm, and Coon Restoration, and Lakeside CFO & COO, state and federal programs for a framework for sustainabil- guest expectations. a restoration expert out of Dan Dudley, will discuss the historic tax credits. ity development and preser- 5. Develop the fi nancial Louisville, Ohio, will be on fi nancial model, assumptions Lakesiders are invited to vation within the Lakeside resources needed for long- hand to discuss the inspection and projections for the Hotel attend one or all of these pre- community. term sustainability and ad- work they have performed so Lakeside Project. sentations. For more informa- To create a master plan, vancement. far. They will also discuss the 3:30-5 p.m. Thursday, tion, visit www.lakesideohio. Lakeside will begin a two- Through this process, estimated cost to restore the July 30: Hotel Lakeside Res- com/news/2023. year, collaborative process Lakeside Chautauqua will be to identify the most critical engaging its broadest com- needs within the strategic munity. Stars of TLC TV show to perform at Hoover goals. The Willis Clan will return Lakeside Chautauqua’s See PLANS to Lakeside Chautauqua for an Strategic Goals: on page 13 encore performance of unique music and Irish dancing at 8:15 p.m. Wednesday July 8 in Chautauqua Lecture Series: Hoover Auditorium. The band is a family of C.S. Lewis / Health & Medicine musicians, dancers, writers, The morning programs will focus on health and athletes and artists that merges of the Chautauqua Lec- medicine topics including their Irish roots with country ture Series will combine immunizations and the safe and bluegrass music. with Faith for Living Hour uses and risks of prescrip- They are featured in a new featuring Preacher of the tion pain medications. TV show, “The Willis Family,” would fi t mostly within this an- a reality TV show, titled “The Week, the Rev. Dr. Jerry See “Education” on on TLC. cient tradition. Willis Clan,” on the Great Root, speaking on the life page 6 for a full description The Willis Clan siblings Their newest album, Heav- American Country (GAC) net- and works of C.S. Lewis. of this week’s Chautauqua got their start performing Irish en, is now available for pur- work. The family band also per- The afternoon lectures Lecture Series. music and dance. Their fi rst al- chase in their new online store formed on NBC’s “America’s bum was titled Roots because it at www.thewillisclan.com. Got Talent” last year. focuses on family tradition and The Willis Clan got their big Toby and Brenda Willis are Inside the Lakesider heritage. break in December 2013, when parents to 12 musically-gifted Even though the group plays the group was named “The To- children whose names all start Community News .......... Pgs. 2-5 electric guitars, synthesizers day Show’s” “Next von Trapp with the letter “J.” .......... Pgs. 6-7 and many other instruments, Family” contest winner. Education they limit themselves to instru- In addition to their TLC See WILLIS Religious Life .......... Pg. 8 ments and types of songs that show, they have appeared in on page 11 Recreation .......... Pg. 9 Arts & Entertainment .......... Pgs. 10-11 Visit The Front Porch blog at blog.lakesideohio.com for Generosity ......... Pgs. 12-15 web-exclusive content not included in this issue. Classes in the Arts .......... Pgs. 16-17 Resources and FAQs for guests and residents are available at Children & Youth .......... Pg. 18 www.lakesideohio.com/resources. For more information or with This Week in Lakeside ......... Pg. 19 questions, call (419) 798-4461. Lakeside Snapshots .......... Pg. 20 community news Page 2 Patio owners to lead parade Announcements By Noah Manskar NEWS FROM AROUND THE GROUNDS Lakesider Co-Editor Community Garden plots available The Lakeside Community Garden has 4x4 plots avail- On Saturday, July 4, Brent able. Pick up a form at the Lakeside Chautauqua Adminis- and Heidi Behnken will lead tration Office, or contact Nancy Gurney at (419) 702-7040 the annual Fourth of July or [email protected] if interested.