JULY-AUGUsT 2018 | Volume 58, number 4

LORAIN COUNTY METRO PARKS

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proached by the Elyria Rotary whose members were seeking opportunities to celebrate the 100th Anniversary of the Elyria Rotary Club. The James E. Ziemnik Elyria Rotary Club agreed to sponsor and fund the Accessible Play Ground in Cascade Park Director, Lorain County Metro Parks as part of their legacy of “Service Above Self” and their ongoing efforts to continue to serve the City of Elyria and their citizens. The Elyria 2018 Board of Park Rotarians embarked upon a major capital fund- Commissioners: raising campaign that has generated the funds required to design and install the playground. Sherrill M. “Cookie” McLoda The playground was able to be integrated into Chairman the fabric of the larger play area that includes the water play area, swing sets that serve Joseph E. Hribar children and families of all abilities, a climber Vice Chairman structure, decks, and slides that will challenge children while promoting harmonious activities Kenneth M. Lieux that will allow children of all abilities to enjoy Commissioner the opportunities. Immediately adjacent to the playground will be the new restroom facility Probate Court Judge The Lorain County Metro Parks, in partnership with of Elyria’s earlier contribution of designing and that will allow privacy and security for fami- James Walther the City of Elyria and the Elyria Rotary, is excited that implementing a state funded “319 grant” that lies, including those with special needs. Along the major portion of Cascade Park will be reopened stabilized the Black River banks and allowed the way, the Elyria Rotarians have volunteered on Sunday, July 29th at a ribbon cutting ceremony many of those improvements to be installed. to plant trees and have been instrumental in scheduled for 2 pm. Once the 19 Acre section was complete, the installing required security fencing to help pro- The Cascade/Elywood project has been many years first phase commenced on the main and center tect children and families. The playground will in the making and we are excited to finally be able to section of Cascade. That phase included demo- also include many interactive activities that re-open the largest section of the park. The improve- lition, substantial utilities work including large will promote musicality, sound exploration, a ments in this section of the park have included a new water mains, and a large-scale regrading effort plant “tunnel” that provides fun and shade, and more prominent entrance off Furnace Street that that will better stabilize and protect the park and even allowed the return of a bear to help will make vehicular access safer and reduce conflicts and its infrastructure. Unfortunately, such scale celebrate the history of the animals that were with pedestrians, a new accessible playground, of work included the removal of vegetation. once kept in Cascade. The bear is part of a upgraded and improved parking, environmentally However, it provided an opportunity to remove climbing structure within the playground. The sensitive storm water management, many new trees, what had become many diseased and hazard- Elyria Rotary, along with the Elyria Schools, an improved pedestrian circulation system that is ous trees that would later allow a substantial were instrumental in establishing relationships safer for families, pedestrians, and bicyclists, an and improved planting plan that will be safer with the families of both Murray Ridge stu- expanded and more open picnic shelter, restroom for all park users. dents as well as the parents of Elyria Schools facilities that are more private and will serve the Simultaneously, the Lorain County Metro students who have special requirements. The needs of those with special needs, an external video Parks was able to continue to secure a Metro Parks and the City of Elyria were very surveillance security system, a spray basin that will substantial amount of federal transportation pleased that these families were able to assist serve the cooling needs of all park visitors, a mini grants that allows the county-wide multi-pur- with the design requirements for the park. INSIDE “Two Falls” waterfalls that will provide safe and wet pose trail to continue through and become a As the City of Elyria and the Metro Parks fun for all ages, and additional bank stabilization and part of Cascade and Elywood Parks. All of these brings this phase of the improvements to Calendars 3 & 4 re-grading that will minimize flood damage from the trails were made part of the adopted Master completion, we have many more improvements Honor Roll 5 Black River. Importantly, the sledding hill remains, as Plan. Currently, the section of the trail that scheduled into the future as time permits and does the existing Nature Center. enters Cascade from the north near West River funding becomes available. Included will be Freiends 5 In close partnership and collaboration with the Road is being constructed and will traverse the more trees to supplement the more than 250 Summer Fun at City of Elyria, the Lorain County Metro Parks agreed park and will allow a crossing at the existing trees already replanted throughout Cascade to enter into an agreement in 2013 with the City to ford in Black River into Elywood Park, where and Elywood, additional trail work- both new Lorain Metro Parks 6 & 7 assume park operations and agreeing to make sub- new federally funded trails are also being and restored, additional restrooms that will be French Creek 8 stantial capital improvements and upgrades to help installed. That trail system will connect to the added to the existing Nature Center that will Lakeview Park 8 bring Cascade and Elywood back to the prominence City of Elyria’s existing Bike Route along Wash- be accessible from the exterior and will be us- and glory that it deserves within Lorain County. ington Avenue where bicyclists and pedestrians able even when the building may be closed to Butterfly House 11 With the support of the Lorain County residents, who will be able to connect to downtown Elyria the public, a new visitor’s center, the lighted Miller Nature Center 11 passed a 10-year levy in the fall of 2014, staffing, near Ely Square and to the City’s bike route bridge over the Black River, an amphithe- operations, and improvements were able to com- and the Metro Parks’ Black River/North Coast ater, additional upgrades and renovations to Splash Zone 12 mence in 2014 and 2015. A series of public meetings Trail system. The final piece of the trail will be Elywood. Mercy Health 12 were held throughout 2014 and a Master Plan was connected when a bridge is installed in 2021 We hope to see many of you on July 29th developed and adopted by the City of Elyria and the that will span the Black River that will allow a as we celebrate the park’s re-opening along Lorain County Metro Parks permanent and more safe connection between with the City of Elyria and the Elyria Rotary. In addition to a general clean-up, improvements Cascade and Elywood Parks. With the City of The Lorain County Metro Parks and the City were started at the north end of the park in the Elyria’s collaboration, the bridge will include of Elyria are privileged to be able to serve all area called 19 Acres in 2016. Those improvements low level lighting that will permit evening and of our residents and know that without your included a new playground, a new restroom, a new night time use for future events. continued support and trust in our abilities to picnic shelter, and restoring the trails that had been As the Master Plan was being developed, bring each of our residents first class parks and eroded and washed away in previous years. The City the City of Elyria and the Metro Parks were ap- facilities, none of this would be possible. 2 July/August 2018 www.MetroParks.cc WEEKLY PROGRAMS WEDNESDAY 11 EVENING MARSH HIKE Weekly Walkers EARLY MORNING MARSH HIKE 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm, SRR. Join us as we explore the 8:30-9:30 am, COL. 7/2. 10, 18 & 26 7:30 am - 9 am, SRR. marsh in the evening. YOGA IN THE PARK Woodland Walks FRIDAY 20 9-10:30 am, KFP-ALPL. Every Wednesday. 10 am - 11 am, VRR. See 7/3 for event details. PRESCHOOL NATURE KIDS: HERPS! Lorain County Fitness Walk KIDS IN THE GARDEN 10 am - 11 am, KFR. Learn about herps through 5:30-6:30 pm, SZ. Every Monday. Outside, weather 2 pm - 2:30 pm, SG. Fun crafts stories and activities, crafts, and outdoor exploration (weather permitting. ABC. Every Thursday. Outside, weather activities in the children’s garden permitting). permitting, or inside at MHRC. THURSDAY 12 VERMILION RIVER CLEAN-UP HIKE Garden Tram Rides KAYAK FLOAT (GEOLOGY) BORROW A 10 am - 11 am, VRR-CB. Hike the river and pick up SG. Thursday 10am-1pm and Sunday 1pm-4-pm BOAT  litter along the way. Trash bags and gloves provided.

JULY 2018 JULY MONDAY EVENING TRAM RIDES AT 9 am - 12 pm, Off-Site. Kayak on the Vermilion ASTRONOMY: KOPF River learn about Geology as it relates to the river. Summer Skies  5:30pm-7pm, KFP-ALPL. Thru Oct. 1 (excluding Equipment provided. PR 7/9. 10 pm - 12 am, CAR-NO. Co-Sponsored by Black Labor day) first come, first serve. KAYAK FLOAT (GEOLOGY) BRING YOUR River Astronomical Society. Clear skies only. Cloud Metro Parks Locations Wellington Wagon Rides OWN BOAT  date 7/21 and Facilities Thursdays 10am-12pm and 6pm-8pm, WR 9 am - 12 pm, Off-Site. Kayak on the river & learn SATURDAY 21 ABC Amherst Beaver Creek Reservation about Geology as it relates to the river. Bring your Painting Nature in 913 North Lake St., Amherst, Ohio 44001 Wellington Tram rides BRR Black River Reservation Wednesdays 1pm-4pm equipment. 6-8pm PR 7/9 Watercolors  BUR Bur Oak Carousel Rides MUSIC ON THE PATIO: RICK DEWITT 9 am - 12:30 pm, COL-BL. Joyce will instruct with watercolors & other media. PR by 7/18 pay $25 6150 Ford Rd., Elyria, Ohio 44035 SG 1pm-4pm, Saturday and Sunday, 6:30 pm - 8 pm, MNP. Americana Heartland, Rock, DD Days Dam and Country with some Island tunes. Food can be at door. Fridays 10 am -12 pm 2720 E. 31st St. purchased, bring chairs. NATURE JOURNALING: NATURE Lorain, Ohio 44055 SOUNDS (440) 324-5481 SUNDAY 1 FRIDAY 13  HM High Meadows JULY ART SHOW: NORTH AMERICAN SUP BEGINNER FLOAT - BORROW A 10 am - 11 am, FCNC. Learn how to nature journal! 1750 Ford Rd., Elyria, Ohio 44035 BIRDS, FROM FLORIDA TO ONTARIO BOAT  One-time fee of $10 includes notebook & writing CA Caley Reservation 8 am - 4:30 pm, CAR-CVC. Bruce Barden’s photos of 9 am - 11 am, WR. First SUP float at Wellington. instruments. PR by 7/20 18207 West Rd. colorful and elegant birds posing and going about SUP Level 1 or Level 2 required to use our BUTTERFLY Day Wellington, Ohio 44090 CAR Carlisle Reservation their daily activities. equipment. PR by 7/9 12 pm - 1 pm, MNP: BH. Watch the butterflies up CVC Carlisle Visitor Center GARDEN WALK SUP BEGINNER FLOAT - BRING YOUR close as you try your hand at feeding them! 12882 Diagonal Rd. 9 am - 10 am, SG. Walk around the garden OWN BOAT  POETRY READING: HAZEL CHAPMAN LaGrange, Ohio 44050 discussing seasonal color. 9 am to 11 am, WR. First SUP float this season. 12:30pm-1:30pm, MNP. Join local poet Hazel (440) 458-5121 BUTTERFLY HOUSE Bring your own SUP, PFD, paddles. Meet at Chapman as she reads some of her original poetry. DPPA Duck Pond Picnic Area Wellington. PR 7/9 12550 Diagonal Rd. 10 am - 4:30 pm, MNP. Walk among the butterflies TEA PARTY: TROPICAL FUN  LaGrange, Ohio 44050 & get ideas for your own garden. Free! Daily WILDFLOWER 2pm, 2:30pm or 3pm, SG. Kids do a craft, have a EC Equestrian Center 10am-4:30pm. SKETCHING HIKE  tea and learn a dance with Moana. PR and pay $2 NO Nielsen Observatory MILL HOLLOW SUMMER CONCERT 10 am - 11 am, VRR. Meet at the Bacon Woods for each attendee by 7/18 13630 Diagonal Rd. Walking Center. Supplies included. PR by 7/11. LaGrange, Ohio 44050 SERIES: TIM BLAKE AND MICHELE SUNDAY 22 WOA Wildlife Observation Area 6:30 pm - 8 pm, VRR. American Fiddle music. At the ASTRONOMY: Summer Skies HAIKU POEMS 12882 Diagonal Rd. amphitheater. 10 pm - 12 am, CAR-NO. Co-Sponsored by Black 2 pm - 3 pm, MNP. Learn this type of poetry & write LaGrange, Ohio 44050 TUESDAY 3 River Astronomical Society. Clear skies only. Cloud some to be included in display. No experience (440) 458-5121 date 7/14 needed. $2 admission CAS Cascade Park YOGA IN THE PARK 170 Cascade Park Dr. 6 pm - 7 pm, VRR. Pay $30 at first session for 12 SATURDAY 14 REPTILE RAMBLE Y Elyria, Ohio 44035 yoga sessions throughout July/August (no 7/4). PHOTO SCAVENGER HUNT HIKE  2 pm - 3 pm, CAR-CVC-WOA. Learn about and look (440) 458-5121 Bring mat or towel. Amphitheater. 10 am - 11 am, FCNC. Bring a camera and hike to for reptiles after meeting a turtle up close. CHR Charlemont Reservation WEDNESDAY 4 find items within French Creek Reservation! PR by GOLD PANNING  48600 New London Eastern Rd. 7/13. New London, Ohio 44851 KIDS IN THE GARDEN 2 pm - 3:30 pm, VRR-CB. learn gold panning COL Columbia Reservation 2 pm - 2:30 pm, SG. Fun crafts stories and SUMMER WEEKEND RIDES techniques and give it a try! Supplies included. PR 25145 Royalton Rd. activities in the children’s garden 1 pm - 3 pm, CAR-CVC. Join us for an afternoon by 7/20. of FREE Little Green Choo train rides. Weather Columbia Station, Ohio 44028 THURSDAY 5 EVENING CAROUSEL RIDES (440) 236-3254 permitting SCHOEPFLE OPEN HOUSE 6 pm - 7:30 pm, SG. Carousel rides and fun in the BL Briarwood Lodge BIRDS & BINOCULARS 25250 Briarwood Dr. 10 am - 12 pm, SG. Visit Mr. Schoepfle’s house to garden! Columbia Station, Ohio 44028 learn more about our wonderful benefactor. Open 2 pm - 3 pm, FCNC. Make paper tube “binoculars” MILL HOLLOW SUMMER CONCERT FHGC Forest Hills Golf Course house format and go on a hike in search of birds! For child and SERIES: THOR PLATTER BAND adult. 41971 Oberlin-Elyria Rd. YOGA IN THE PARK 6:30 pm - 8 pm, VRR. Bluegrass music. In the Elyria, Ohio 44035 HOUSE AND GARDEN TOUR 6 pm - 7 pm, VRR. See 7/3 for event details Amphitheater. (440) 323-2632 2 pm - 3 pm, SG. Tour the gardens and home. FCR French Creek Reservation FRIDAY 6 MONDAY 23 BH Burrell Homestead 1ST FRIDAY TRAM RIDES AT KFR SUNDAY 15 OUTDOOR ADVENTURE CAMP  2792 E. River SUMMER WEEKEND RIDES 9 am - 3 pm, VRR-CB. Open to students aged 12-14 Sheffield Village, Ohio 44054 12 pm - 3 pm, KFR. Rides leave library every 30 minutes; seating is limited. Call (440) 933-8128 1 pm - 3 pm, CAR-CVC. Join us for an afternoon years. Many new activities. PR by 7/16 and pay FCNC French Creek Nature Center of FREE Little Green Choo train rides. Weather $160 at registration. Through 07/27 4530 Colorado Ave. x221 to pre-register. Sheffield Village, Ohio 44054 permitting TUESDAY 24 SATURDAY 7 BENJAMIN BACON MUSEUM TOURS (440) 949-5200 PAINTING NATURE IN WATERCOLOR DRAGONFLY HIKE PTPA Pine Tree Picnic Area  1 pm - 4 pm, VRR-BBM. Tour this 1800s Greek 9 am - 12 pm, CAR-CVC. Enhance your painting 9:30 am - 11 am, SRR. Join us as we search for the 4951 French Creek Rd. Revival home filled with local history. Dragon Flies of Sandy Ridge. Sheffield Village, Ohio 44054 skills with Joyce Bolte. Bring own supplies PR by IHR Indian Hollow Reservation 7/4 $25 at the door. OLD FASHIONED WEDNESDAY 25 ICE CREAM MAKING 38744 Parsons Rd. NATURE STORIES & MORE: AQUATIC SUP CHRISTMAS in JULY FLOAT: Grafton, Ohio 44044 ANIMALS 2 pm - 3:30 pm, VRR. Meet at the Benjamin Bacon BORROW A BOARD  RO Royal Oaks House to learn how to make homemade ice cream 9 am - 12 pm, Off-Site. Float on the VR. Meet @ 1057 Parson Rd. Grafton, Ohio 44044 9:30 am - 10:30 am, FCNC. Stories, activities, and try it out! KFR Kopf Family Reservation and crafts for families with preschool and early public launch dressed for Christmas. PR 7/20 ALPL Avon Lake Public Library elementary children. MILL HOLLOW SUMMER CONCERT SUP CHRISTMAS in JULY FLOAT: BRING SERIES: BRIAN PAPESH BAND 32649 Electric Blvd. POLLINATOR PROWL YOUR OWN BOARD 6:30 pm - 8 pm, VRR. Polka and variety music in  Avon Lake, Ohio 44012 10:30 am - 11:30 am, CAR-CVC. After reading a 9 am - 12 pm, Off-Site. Float on the VR. Meet @ (440) 387-8107 the amphitheater. story about pollinators we’ll go on a pollinator public launch dressed for Christmas. PR 7/20 KR Kipton Reservation MONDAY 16 State Route 511, Oberlin, Ohio 44074 scavenger hunt! Child and adult. MORNING STROLL LVP Lakeview Park TIME OUT SUP LEVEL 1  10 am - 11 am, FCR. Enjoy a morning stroll. Meet 1800 West Erie Ave., Lorain, Ohio 44052 IN THE GREAT OUTDOORS 9 am - 12 pm, WR. Beginner SUP paddling on water at shelter #1. MHRC Mercy Health & Recreation Center 2 pm - 3 pm, CAR-CVC. Take a “time out” outside on program. Ages 16-18 w/ participating adult. PR & KIDS IN THE GARDEN 47160 Hollstein Dr. a leisurely hike with stops to “breath in and enjoy” pay $50 by 7/11. 2 pm - 2:30 pm, SG. Fun crafts stories and Amherst, OH 44001 OUTDOOR ADVENTURE CAMP (440) 984-3470 the natural world!  activities in the children’s garden 9 am - 3 pm, VRR-CB, Students aged 9-11 years. MNP Miller Nature Preserve STREAM CRITTERS SEARCH THURSDAY 26 2739 Center Road 2 pm - 3:30 pm, FCNC. Survey the stream kayaking, hiking, and more! PR by 7/9 and pay MUSIC ON THE PATIO: TIM BLAKE & Avon OH 44011 using nets and strainers. Water shoes or boots $160 at registration. Through 07/20 MICHELE 440-937-0764 recommended! TUESDAY 17 6:30 pm -8 pm, MNP. Fiddle favorites plus guitar NCIT North Coast Inland Trail WETLAND EXPLORATION create a unique sound. Food can be purchased, 6275 Gateway Blvd. SUNDAY 8 BURRELL OPEN HOUSE 10:30 am - 12 pm, SRR. We’ll go into the wetlands bring chairs. Elyria, OH 44035 to look for critters. Wear shoes that can get wet. SRR Sandy Ridge Reservation 11am-12pm, FCR-BH. Tour the home of one of SATURDAY 28 JWC Perry F. Johnson Sheffield’s founding families. Nets provided. HYDRANGEA CARE Wetland Center RAPTOR SPOTLIGHT: BALD EAGLE CARD MAKING CLASS  10 am - 11 am, SG-VC. Learn how to tend this 6195 Otten Rd. 6 pm - 8:30 pm, MNP. Cheryl Wittlinger instructs North Ridgeville, Ohio 44039 2 pm - 3 pm, CAR-CVC. Learn about Bald Eagles beautiful flower. through a story, craft, and more. how to create 4 cards. Supplies incl. PR & pay by GARDEN WALK (440) 327-3626 7/10 mem$10/non$12. SG Schoepfle Garden TALK & WALK: HUMANS IN NATURE 11 am - 12 pm, SG. Walk around the garden SGVC Schoepfle Garden 2 pm to 3 pm, KFR. Discuss human impacts on WEDNESDAY 18 discussing seasonal color. Visitor Center natural areas, then apply ‘Leave No Trace’ ethics on SUP LEVEL 2  11106 Market St. SUMMER WEEKEND RIDES the trail. 9 am - 12 pm, WR. Learn more advance strokes, 1 pm - 3 pm, CAR-CVC. Join us for an afternoon Birmingham, Ohio 44816 safety, and rescue maneuvers. PR & pay $50 by (440) 965-7237 TRAIL & STREAM CLEAN UP of FREE Little Green Choo train rides. Weather SZ Splash Zone 3 pm - 4:30 pm, KFR. Gloves, bags, and 7/12. permitting 95 W. Hamilton, Oberlin, Ohio 44074 grabbers provided; protective shoes and clothing CEMENT LEAF CLASS  BLACKOUT POETRY (440) 774-5059 recommended. 9:30 am - 11 am, MNP. Cast leaves with cement. VRR Vermilion River Reservation 2 pm - 3 pm, MNP. Try your hand at this new form MILL HOLLOW SUMMER CONCERT Supplies provided. PR & pay by 7/11, member$13/ of poetry. Conservatory admission $2 applies. AMP Amphitheater nonmember $15. BBM Benjamin Bacon Museum SERIES: LOGAN WELLS AND ERIC One Hour Theatre: Acting! TRAM RIDE AT BRR  CB Carriage Barn FISHER  2 pm - 3 pm, FCNC. 60 minutes of theatre exercises 51211 North Ridge Rd. 6:30 pm - 8 pm, VRR. Variety music in the 10am-11am, BRR-DD. Beginning at Day’s Dam and games focused on acting! Grades 2-5. PR by Vermilion, Ohio 44089 amphitheater. Seating is limited. PR by 7/16 7/26. (440) 967-7310 GARDEN WALK WR Wellington Reservation MONDAY 9 SUNDAY 29 WVC Wellington Visitor Center Acting Camp: Troupers  10 am - 11 am, SG. Walk around the garden SUMMER WEEKEND RIDES 535 Jones Rd. 10 am - 2:30 pm, FCNC. Grades 6-8. $95. PR by discussing seasonal color. Wellington, Ohio 44090 1 pm - 3 pm, CAR-CVC. Join us for an afternoon 7/1 Through 07/13 PARK PALS: of FREE Little Green Choo train rides. Weather (440) 647-2509 ONCE UPON A POND SKETCHING IN THE CONSERVATORY  Y permitting 10am-3pm, MNP. By Clela Neale. Final product will 10 am - 11 am, CAR-CVC. Learn about pond wildlife ASTRONOMY: SOLAR VIEWING HIKING thru a story and exploration. Child and adult. LEVELS = Easy = Moderate = Strenuous be on a greeting card. PR by 7/6 members $25/ 1 pm - 4 pm, SRR. Co-sponsored by Black River non $27. Bring supplies if you have them. ODE TO NATURE DISPLAY Y= Live Animals HSP = Hiking Stick Program (See Arrowhead) Astronomical Society. Clear skies only. GLOW HIKE 10 am - 5 pm, MNP. Relax in the conservatory = A Bioblast Program = United We Sweat  MILL HOLLOW SUMMER CONCERT 9 pm - 10 pm, VRR. Meet at the amphitheater to as you imagine the pictures that poetry paint. SERIES: GL BAND = PR Preregistration is required. hike in search of creatures of the night. PR by 7/7. Conservatory admission $2. Please contact the Park District Office at (440) 458-5121 6:30 pm - 8 pm, VRR. Popular 60s, 70s, 80s. In the MAKE-N-TAKE NATURE CRAFTS: amphitheater. or 1-800-LCM-PARK (TDD or Voice). TUESDAY 10 FIREFLIES AND FIREWORKS VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm, CAR-CVC. Make cute crafts MONDAY 30 10 am - 11 am OR 7pm-8pm, CAR-CVC. Join and celebrating the wondrous ways summer skies YOUTH BOATING ADVENTURES: PWC JULY 2018 see what all the fun is about! sparkle! Child and adult, drop-in prog. AND POWERBOATS  Calendar of Events Pull-out Section KIDS PAINTING CLASS: KIDS IN THE GARDEN 9 am - 3 pm, LVP. Open to ages 12-17. OBEC SELF PORTRAIT required. PR by 7/23 and pay $35 at reg. (Select  2 pm - 2:30 pm, SG. Fun crafts stories and SUN. Mon. Tue. Wed. Thur. Fri. Sat. Mon. OR Tues. Camp). 10 am - 12 pm, VRR-CB. Kids 6-13. Paint on activities in the children’s garden canvas. $15 per child, $10 for + children in fam. EVENING CHOO RIDES TUESDAY 31 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 PR by 7/8, $ at door. YOUTH BOATING ADVENTURES: PWC GRANDPARENT’S CAMP 6:30 pm - 8 pm, CAR-CVC. Enjoy a free evening 8 9 10 11 12 13 14  train ride! Weather permitting. AND POWERBOATS 10 am - 2 pm, ABC. Open to grandparents and 9 am to 3 pm, LVP. See 7/30 for event details. THURSDAY 19 children ages 5-10. PR and pay $8 per grandparent, ACRYLIC PAINTING CLASS: 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 BUTTERFLY CATCH $7 per child. PR by 7/3. CRASHING WAVES 11am-12pm, SRR. Help catch butterflies to release  TEENS AT THE PARK ORIENTATION 10 am - 12 pm, VRR-CB. Beginner course. Email 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 in Miller butterfly house. Will be off trail, some nets 7 pm - 8 pm, CAR-CVC. Join with a friend for even [email protected] for image. Supplies provided 29 30 31 more fun. included, $35 at door. PR by 7/29. The Honor Roll is our way of publicly thanking individuals, families, organizations, and corporations for their donations to the Lorain County Metro Parks be it through volunteer services, monetary gifts, or other. If you would like information about making a donation, please contact the Public Information Office at (440) 458-5121.

Community Congregational United Church, Amherst John R. Bender, Jr. by Jean Ackerman, Sheffi eld Village Lou and Gwen Paine by The Florida League of Cities, Tallahassee, FL Community Foundation of Lorain County, Elyria John R. Bender, Jr. by Bob Bauman, Elyria John M. Pfaff by the John M. Pfaff Estate, Bucyrus Firelands Lions Club, Amherst John R. Bender, Jr. by James and Dianne Brown, Pittsburgh, PA Rosemarie Sheffi eld by Tom Sheffi eld, Wellington First Church Women, Elyria John R. Bender, Jr. by Deb Brown and Steve Cooper, Elyria John Joseph Tomaro, Sr. by Jeanette Eberle, Bellevue Lorain County Community College, Elyria John R. Bender, Jr. by Don and Barb Callahan, Lorain Nila Wharton by Mary Juhasz, Elyria Barbara A. Lescher Living Trust, North Ridgeville John R. Bender, Jr. by Dick and Carol Fairchild, Elyria Jean Zakutny by Cathy Ratwell Northwest Bank, Lorain John R. Bender, Jr. by Norman and Rosalie Lundberg, Elyria Adopt-A-Raptor Ohio Dept. of Natural Resources, Columbus John R. Bender, Jr. by Karoly Molnar, Elyria Marguerite Beam, North Olmsted Plum Creek Garden Club, Grafton John R. Bender, Jr. by Ben & Jane Norton, Lorain Steven A. Bridge (in memory of Margaret A Bridge), North Ridgeville The Rock Pile, Avon John R. Bender, Jr. by Darrell Opfer, Oak Harbor Gretchen L. Burmeister, Avon Lake Katie Susi John R. Bender, Jr. by Robert and Judy Skillicorn, Elyria Ginny Cestaro, Oberlin Michelle Taylor, Sheffi eld Lake John R. Bender, Jr. by Dan and Gail Talarek, Elyria Greg and Edie Dore, North Ridgeville Debbie Wallace John R. Bender, Jr. by Jim and Rita Tomsic, Elyria Nancy Florio, North Ridgeville John R. Bender, Jr. by Diane Urig, Avon Gabriel Healy, Lorain In Honor of: Margaret A. Bridge by Stephen A. Bridge, North Ridgeville Joseph and Laurel Irwin, Lagrange Jeanine Donaldson by the Bender Family, Avon Victor Clickner by Holly Monchein, Avon Lake Mark and Pam Johns, Elyria Ethel (Sperka) Moore by Lora Lee (Moore) Wilson, Amherst Carol Anne Beese Kern by Wellington Village Resident’s Council, Hilliard Mark and Pam Johns (in memory of Gerry Zaleski) Donel Sprenger by Buckeye Community Bank, Lorain Carol Anne Beese Kern by Central Ohio Miniature Society, Pataskala Robert McDonald and Diane Von Blon, Parma Carol Anne Beese Kern by Central Ohio Woodturners, Pataskala Malachi Snyder, Lagrange In Memory of: Murphy O’ Huffman by Nancy Huffman, Grafton Clara Timms, Sheffi eld Village Bethany Benko by Holly Monchein, Avon Lake Jerry McKillip by Janet McKillip, Lorain Linda Wilin, North Ridgeville

recycling top 5 facts to know source: recycleacrossamerica.org • Without exception, recycling is the top action society can do to simultaneously improve: the environment, the economy, sustainable manufacturing and to prevent waste from going into oceans. • When U.S. recycling levels reach 75% it will be the environmental and CO2 equivalent of removing 55 million cars from U.S. roads each year. • When U.S. recycling levels reach 75% it will generate 1.5 million new jobs in the U.S. (net). • Manufactures truly want these materials back to reuse in their manufacturing, but they aren’t able to reuse the materials if people don’t recycle right. • The nonprofi t standardized label mission is the #1 solution to help society begin to recycle with and therefore, help recycling begin to thrive.

Join the Friends of Metro Parks BENEFITS FOR THE ECONOMY BENEFITS FOR THE ENVIRONMENT With over 400 volunteers what are you waiting for? • Recycling is a $200-billion industry • Recycling conserves fi nite natural in the U.S. resources,which is critical as the population Friends Orientation is July 10 at Carlisle Reservation • Recycling generates 7 to 10 more grows exponentially. jobs that landfi lls and waste to energy • Recycling prevents waste form going into 12882 Diagonal Rd. at 10am and 7pm. plants. the ocean. Why not join as a family? • Recycling properly creates valuable • Recycling protects forests, which help to Teen Orientation May 10 at 7-8pm and August 11 at resources for U.S. manufacturing and reduce CO2 emissions. can become a highly valuable export •Recycling signifi cantly reduces use of fos- 2-3pm at Carlisle Reservation to countries such as China and India. sil-fuel energy and reduces CO2 emissions. www.MetroParks.cc www.MetroParks.cc July/August 5 VISIT US ONLINE FOR MORE PROGRAMS AND REGISTRATION AT WWW.METROPARKS.CC Community

AT LORAIN METRO PARKS Yoga Event Sunrise Beach Yoga at Lakeview Park Lakeview Park MILL HOLLOW 1800 West Erie Avenue, Lorain CLASSIC CRUISIN’ CAR SHOW Saturday, July 14 August 12, 10am – 3pm Vermilion River Reservation, 51211 North Ridge Rd. MILL HOLLOW SUMMER CONCERT SERIES 2018 • 6:30 - Meditation Vermilion, OH 44089 Vermilion River Reservation – Bacon Woods Amphitheater • 7:00 - Sunrise Yoga Paddleboat at As one of Ohio’s largest Car Shows, visitors will have the opportunity to Sunday evenings now through August 19th from 6:30-8pm view thousands of classic cars of all makes and models! Bring your own Join us Sunday evenings this summer for outdoor musical performances at our Bacon Woods • 8:00 - Family Yoga Wellington Reservation classic car to the show, or attend as a spectator to enjoy the festivities. Amphitheater! All bands are family friendly. Feel free to bring along your lawn chairs and Show car entry (Mill Hollow side) and spectator parking (Bacon Woods a picnic dinner or snacks to enjoy. Contact the Carriage Barn at (440) 967-7310 for more Join Threads of Wellness at sunrise for 10am-6pm Friday through Tuesday. side) is free! Also enjoy DJ music and food from a variety of food ven- information. an energizing yoga event on the beach August 5: Shetler Jones Soulful Pop, Folk Closed Wednesday and Thursday. dors. Our space is limited, so plan to arrive early! Show cars must be at July 1: Tim Blake and Michele American Fiddle August 12: Lil’ Eddy and the Boilermakers at Lakeview Park in Lorain! Welcome least 25 years old and show car admission begins at 7am. Motorcycles July 8: Logan Wells and Eric Fischer Variety Reservations are not accepted. July 15: Brian Papesh Band Polka Swing and Motown the new day with Meditation, Yoga Flow, Enjoy this 21 acre reservoir from the water. Boats hold up to 4 and trailered vehicles are not permitted in show car area. Contact the July 22: Thor Platter Band Bluegrass August 19: Jim Gill Acoustic Folk and Family Yoga. The Sunset Café will people, each boat must have one adult with a valid driver’s license. Mill Hollow Carriage Barn at (440) 967-7310 with any questions. See be open from 6 - 9am with coffee and you at the Show! July 29: GL Band 60s, 70s, 80s Livery at Wellington Reservation will be open Sundays and breakfast items available! This mega- Wednesdays during the months of July, August and September event is for all Yoga skill levels. Everyone from 9am- 2pm. Kayak rental are fi rst come, fi rst serve, $15 an Tropical Tea and Birthday Sports from beginners to experienced Yoga hour for single kayak or $25 an hour for a tandem kayak. Persons There is always something to do in the children’s garden at Schoepfl e Garden 18 and under must have an adult participating with them. If you and this summer we are really kicking it up a notch! Every Wednesday at 2pm participants are encouraged to join! have your own kayak or canoe you are welcome to use the launch. kids can participate in a craft, hike or activity with a nature theme all summer Please bring your own Yoga mat. long. Of course the carousel is operating Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday 1 -4 pm and Friday mornings 10am – Noon. Then we have some extra special events every month. Free! Tropical Tea Party – Saturday July 21 - Girls and boys can make a tropical themed craft before sitting for a South Pacifi c themed tea snack and then TENT learn a hula dance from Moana! There are three seatings – 2 pm, 2:30 pm and Visit Us at the 348 3pm. Please pre-register all attendees and pay $2 per person before July 18. Children’s Garden Sports-tastic Birthday Party – Saturday August 18 1-3 pm – Join us to celebrate 11 years of the children’s garden with fun sports themed crafts and activities along with carousel rides, a birthday treat and a visit from Stomper of the Lake Erie Crushers! All free – see you there! #FillTheBeach #MegaYoga #LiveHealthyLorain French Creek Nature LIVE THEATRE & Arts Center At Lakeview Park 4530 Colorado Ave., Sheffield Village, OH 1800 W Erie Avenue in Lorain (440) 949-5200 | www.MetroParks.cc

July 13 - 29, 2018 Musical for the Entire Family August 17 - 19, 2018 Ewing Theatre Play for ages 12+ Book, Music and Lyrics by Lionel Bart **All Performances at 7:00pm** Lakeview Park, Lorain Directed by Maryann Nagel & Greg Violand Shakespeare in the Park! | FREE Show! Musical Direction by Jess Stewart By William Shakespeare Sold from the only life he’s ever known in a toilsome workhouse to be an ap- Directed by Brian McNally prentice coffin-follower for a jocund undertaker, the orphaned and hapless Oli- ver escapes to find someplace he truly belongs. Taken in by a band of young A young woman is betrothed by her parents against her will. A young pickpockets, Oliver thinks he’s finally found a family until a robbery gone man’s honor is bound to hate the household of his love. As their families sour incurs the wrath of their menacing leader. Filled with Broadway hits and war, together they will bear their devotion beyond the boundaries of heart, “consider yourself” invited to Oliver this summer! death. One of the greatest tragedies of all time, Shakespeare’s tale of passion and calamity is performed outdoors as Lorain County Metro Parks is transformed into “fair Verona, where we lay our scene…”

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The North Ridgeville Heart & Sole Collaborative will host a pop-up produce stand at the Sandy Ridge Reservation shelter on specified Saturday mornings this summer. Stop by and pick up a bundle of fresh fruits and vegetables for $10 provided by North Ridgeville’s local produce stands between 9 and 10 a.m. Available fruits and vegetables vary throughout the season. Pop-up stand dates: July: Sundays 8 & 22, 7am July 21 August 11 Special event on July 14 August 25 at Lakeview Park September 8 See center for more information. North Ridgeville Heart and Sole Collaborative is a community based health and August Thursdays 8am Sunset Salutations wellness initiative designed to improve the overall well-being of those who live, September Sundays 3pm Sunday Funday Flow work, and play in North Ridgeville. 8 July/August 2018 www.MetroParks.cc THURSDAY 9 BUTTERFLY FEEDING WEEKLY PROGRAMS MUSIC ON THE PATIO: KENTUCKY 11 am - 12 pm, MNP. Watch the butterflies up close Weekly Walkers THUNDER as you try your hand at feeding them! 8:30-9:30 am, COL. 8/6, 14, 22 & 30 6:30 pm - 8 pm, MNP. This group of 4 will play CHILDRENS GARDEN 11th SPORTS- Woodland Walks some of your favorite country tunes. Food can be TASTIC BIRTHDAY PARTY 9-10:30 am, KFP-ALPL. Every Wednesday. purchased, bring chairs. 1 pm - 3 pm, SG-VC. Celebrate 11 years with Lorain County Fitness Walk NIGHTY NIGHT NATURE games, crafts and sports related surprises! 5:30-6:30 pm, SZ. Every Monday. Outside, weather 7 pm - 7:30 pm, CAR-CVC. We will read Little Owl’s BIRDS OF PREY permitting. ABC. Every Thursday. Outside, weather Night, learn about nocturnal animals, and enjoy a PHOTO OPPORTUNITY Y permitting, or inside at MHRC. bedtime snack! 2 pm - 3 pm, CAR-CVC. Meet up-close and Garden Tram Rides SATURDAY 11 photograph some of our Raptor Center residents! SG. Thursday 10am-1pm and Sunday 1pm-4-pm ADULT SUMMER CAMP  Weather dependent. MONDAY EVENING TRAM RIDES AT 8 am - 4 pm, The North Star Preserve - Henry’s INSECT HUNT KOPF Barn. SUP, hiking, yoga, & more. PR by 8/3 & pay 2 pm - 3 pm, MNP. We will take some nets and see AUGUST 2018 5:30pm-7pm, KFP-ALPL. Thru Oct. 1 (excluding $150 at reg. what kinds of insects we will catch. Metro Parks Locations Labor day) first come, first serve. WOODS ID HIKE SUNDAY 19 and Facilities Wellington Wagon Rides 9:30 am - 10:30 am, SG. Walk the woods and BENJAMIN BACON MUSEUM TOURS ABC Amherst Beaver Creek Reservation Thursdays 10am-12pm and 6pm-8pm, WR identify nature. 1 pm - 4 pm, VRR-BBH. Tour this 1800s Greek 913 North Lake St., Amherst, Ohio 44001 Wellington Tram rides GIRL SCOUTS JUNIORS: ANIMAL Revival home filled with local history. BRR Black River Reservation HABITATS BUR Bur Oak Wednesdays 1pm-4pm  BLACKOUT POETRY 6150 Ford Rd., Elyria, Ohio 44035 Carousel Rides 10 am - 11 am, FCNC. Learn about habitats, what 2 pm - 3 pm, MNP. Try your hand at this new form DD Days Dam SG 1pm-4pm, Saturday and Sunday, animals live there and go on a hike! PR by 8/10. of poetry. Conservatory admission applies. 2720 E. 31st St. Fridays 10 am -12 pm SUMMER WEEKEND RIDES BUTTER MAKE N’ TAKE Lorain, Ohio 44055 1 pm - 3 pm, CAR-CVC. Join us for an afternoon (440) 324-5481 2 pm - 3 pm, VRR. Learn about primitive butter HM High Meadows WEDNESDAY 1 of FREE Little Green Choo train rides. Weather making skills, make butter, and take some home! 1750 Ford Rd., Elyria, Ohio 44035 AUGUST ART SHOW: BIRD permitting MILL HOLLOW SUMMER CONCERT CA Caley Reservation PHOTOGRAPHY HOUSE AND GARDEN TOUR SERIES: JIM GILL 18207 West Rd. 8 am - 4:30 pm, CAR-CVC. Bird photography 2 pm - 3 pm, SG. Tour the gardens and home. 6:30 pm - 8 pm, VRR. Acoustic folk music at the Wellington, Ohio 44090 TEENS AT THE PARK ORIENTATION CAR Carlisle Reservation converted to canvas by Doug West. amphitheater. CVC Carlisle Visitor Center YOUTH BOATING ADVENTURES: 2 pm - 3 pm, CAR-CVC. Join with a friend for more TUESDAY 21 12882 Diagonal Rd. CANOEING  fun. SUP BIRDING FLOAT: BORROW A LaGrange, Ohio 44050 9 am - 3 pm, FCNC. Open to ages 12-17. Smart FRENCH CREEK HIKE BOARD  (440) 458-5121 start Class and afternoon canoe trip. PR by 7/25 2 pm - 3:30 pm, FCR-PTPA. Hike both the Big 8 am - 11 am, Off Site. SUP Birding float on the VR. DPPA Duck Pond Picnic Area and pay $35 at reg. 12550 Diagonal Rd. Woods & Nature Center Trails. 2.1 miles total. Meet Meet @ public launch.SUP Level 1 or 2 required. LaGrange, Ohio 44050 BUTTERFLY HOUSE at shelter #1. PR 8/15 EC Equestrian Center 10 am to 4:30 pm, MNP. Walk among the butterflies SUNDAY 12 SUP BIRDING FLOAT: BRING YOUR OWN NO Nielsen Observatory & get ideas for your own garden. Free! Daily MILL HOLLOW CLASSIC CRUISIN’ CAR BOARD  13630 Diagonal Rd. 10am-4:30pm. SHOW 8 am to 11 am, Off-Site. SUP Birding float on LaGrange, Ohio 44050 WOA Wildlife Observation Area ODE TO NATURE DISPLAY 10 am - 3 pm, VRR. Show cars may enter starting at the VR. Meet @ public launch. Bring your own 12882 Diagonal Rd. 10 am - 5 pm, MNP. Relax in the conservatory 7am, show cars must be at least 25 years old. equipment. PR 8/15. LaGrange, Ohio 44050 as you imagine the pictures that poetry paint. SUMMER WEEKEND RIDES L.C. RUG HOOKERS (440) 458-5121 Conservatory admission $2. 1 pm - 3 pm, CAR-CVC. Join us for an afternoon 10am-3pm, CAR-CVC. All levels welcome! CAS Cascade Park BUTTERFLY CATCH of FREE Little Green Choo train rides. Weather CARD MAKING CLASS 170 Cascade Park Dr.  Elyria, Ohio 44035 11am-12pm, BRR-DD. Help catch butterflies to permitting 6 pm - 8:30 pm, MNP. Cheryl Wittlinger instructs (440) 458-5121 release in Miller butterfly house. Will be off trail, MILL HOLLOW SUMMER CONCERT making 4 cards. Supplies incl. PR & pay by 8/17 CHR Charlemont Reservation some nets provide. SERIES: LIL’ EDDY AND THE members $10/non$12. 48600 New London Eastern Rd. KIDS IN THE GARDEN BOILERMAKERS WEDNESDAY 22 New London, Ohio 44851 6:30 pm - 8 pm, VRR. Swing and Motown music. In COL Columbia Reservation 2 pm - 2:30 pm, SG. Fun crafts stories and KIDS IN THE GARDEN 25145 Royalton Rd. activities in the children’s garden the amphitheater. 2 pm - 2:30 pm, SG. Fun crafts stories and Columbia Station, Ohio 44028 THURSDAY 2 MONDAY 13 activities in the children’s garden (440) 236-3254 YOUTH BOATING ADVENTURES: SUP LEVEL 2 BL Briarwood Lodge  THURSDAY 23 KAYAKING  5 pm - 8 pm, WR. Learn more advance strokes, MONARCH HIKE 25250 Briarwood Dr. safety, and rescue maneuvers. PR & pay $50 by Columbia Station, Ohio 44028 9 am - 3 pm, VRR-CB. Open to ages 12-17. Smart 10:30 am - 11:30 am, SRR. Join us as we search FHGC Forest Hills Golf Course start Class and afternoon kayak trip. PR by 7/26 8/9. for Monarchs. Long pants are required. Nets 41971 Oberlin-Elyria Rd. and pay $35 at reg. TUESDAY 14 provided. Elyria, Ohio 44035 OUTER LIMITS HIKE EARLY MORNING MARSH HIKE ACRYLIC PAINTING CLASS: (440) 323-2632 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm, SRR. Hike the areas normally FCR French Creek Reservation 7:30 am - 9 am, SRR. MASON JAR  BH Burrell Homestead off-limits to the public. GARDEN WALK 1 pm - 3 pm, VRR-CB. Beginner course. Email 2792 E. River FRIDAY 3 10 am - 11 am, SG. Walk around the garden [email protected] for image. Supplies Sheffield Village, Ohio 44054 CRITTER CARE Y discussing seasonal color. included, $35 at door. PR by 8/21. FCNC French Creek Nature Center 10 am - 11 am, FCNC. It’s feeding time! Learn BUTTERFLY CATCH MUSIC ON THE PATIO: RICK IACOBONI 4530 Colorado Ave. Sheffield Village, Ohio 44054 firsthand how we care for the animals of the Nature 11am-12pm, SRR. Help catch butterflies to release 6:30 pm - 8 pm, MNP. Enjoy acoustic guitar and (440) 949-5200 Center. in Miller butterfly house. Will be off trail, some nets many favorite songs. Food can be purchased, bring PTPA Pine Tree Picnic Area 1ST FRIDAY TRAM RIDES AT KFR  provide. chairs. 4951 French Creek Rd. 12 pm - 3 pm, KFR. Rides leave library every 30 L.C. SPINNERS & WEAVERS EGRETS AND HERONS HIKE Sheffield Village, Ohio 44054 minutes; seating is limited. Call (440) 933-8128 7pm-9pm, CAR-CVC. All levels welcome! 7 pm - 8:30 pm, SRR. IHR Indian Hollow Reservation x221 to PR. 38744 Parsons Rd. WEDNESDAY 15 FRIDAY 24 Grafton, Ohio 44044 YOUTH BOATING ADVENTURES: STAND- PARK PALS: BEAUTIFUL BATS! BACON WOODS SUMMER STROLL RO Royal Oaks UP PADDLEBOARDING  10 am -11 am, CAR-CVC. Learn about Ohio’s 11 10 am - 11 am, VRR. Meet at the Bacon Woods 1057 Parson Rd. Grafton, Ohio 44044 3 pm - 9 pm, WR-VC. Open to ages 12-17. Smart Walking Center. KFR Kopf Family Reservation Bat species and what makes them special! Child start Class and evening SUP trip. PR by 7/27 and & adult ALPL Avon Lake Public Library pay $35 at reg. SATURDAY 25 32649 Electric Blvd. TRAM RIDE AT BRR Painting Nature in Watercolors ASTRONOMY: SUMMER TRIANGLE   Avon Lake, Ohio 44012 10am-11am, BRR-DD. Beginning at Day’s Dam 9 am - 12:30 pm, COL-BL. Joyce will instruct with (440) 387-8107 10 pm - 12 am, CAR-NO. Co-sponsored by Black Seating is limited. PR by 8/10 KR Kipton Reservation watercolors & other media. PR by 8/22 pay $25 River Astronomical Society. Clear skies only. Cloud MAKE-N-TAKE BAT CRAFTS at door. State Route 511, Oberlin, Ohio 44074 date 8/4 LVP Lakeview Park 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm, CAR-CVC. Join us to make a BURRELL OPEN HOUSE 1800 West Erie Ave., Lorain, Ohio 44052 SATURDAY 4 bat craft and watch planet earth at this drop- in 11am-12pm, FCR-BH. Tour the home of one of MHRC Mercy Health & Recreation Center PAINTING NATURE IN program. Child & adult Sheffield’s founding families. WATERCOLOR 47160 Hollstein Dr.  KIDS IN THE GARDEN SUMMER SUN FUN Amherst, OH 44001 9 am - 12 pm, IHR-RO. Enhance your painting skills 2 pm - 2:30 pm, SG. Fun crafts stories and 2 pm - 3:30 pm, FCNC. Crafts, activities, and (440) 984-3470 with Joyce Bolte. Bring own supplies PR by 8/1 $25 activities in the children’s garden outdoor exploration! Protective clothing and MNP Miller Nature Preserve at the door. 2739 Center Road EVENING CHOO RIDES sunscreen recommended. Avon OH 44011 SUNDAY 5 6:30 pm - 8 pm, CAR-CVC. Enjoy a free evening GARDEN WALK SUNDAY 26 440-937-0764 train ride! Weather permitting. ASTRONOMY: SOLAR VIEWING NCIT North Coast Inland Trail 9 am - 10 am, SG. Walk around the garden WOODCARVERS 1 pm - 4 pm, SRR. Cosponsored by Black River 6275 Gateway Blvd. discussing seasonal color. 7 pm - 9 pm, VRR-CB. Lorain County Woodcarvers Astronomical Society. Clear skies only. Elyria, OH 44035 POETRY HIKE SRR Sandy Ridge Reservation open carve night. HIDDEN WONDER: JWC Perry F. Johnson 2 pm - 3 pm, MNP. Bring your favorite poems to CARLISLE BOTTOMS HIKE read during a hike. FRIDAY 17 Wetland Center KID’S FOSSIL FUN DAY  2 pm - 3 pm, CAR-CVC. Hike along the Carlisle 6195 Otten Rd. WOODLAND WONDERS HIKE Bottoms Trail to the Sylvester Wetland. North Ridgeville, Ohio 44039 10 am - 11 am, VRR-CB. Kids with an adult will 2 pm - 3 pm, CAR-CVC. Join us to observe the participate in fossil crafts and activities. PR by TALK & WALK: TRACKING ANIMALS (440) 327-3626 wonders of the Meadow Loop trail. SG Schoepfle Garden 8/15. 2 pm - 3:30 pm, KFR. ID local wildlife by signs, SGVC Schoepfle Garden MILL HOLLOW SUMMER CONCERT PRESCHOOL NATURE KIDS: ICE AGE scents, sounds and scats, then test your skills on SERIES: SHETLER JONES Visitor Center 10 am - 11 am, KFR. Explore the Ice Age through the trail. 11106 Market St. 6:30 pm - 8 pm, VRR-AMP. Soulful pop/folk music. hands on discovery and construction of a life-size Birmingham, Ohio 44816 In the Amphitheater TUESDAY 28 (440) 965-7237 Mammoth skeleton. KAYAK FLOAT BORROW A BOAT  SZ Splash Zone MONDAY 6 SUP BEGINNER FLOAT - BORROW A 9 am - 12 pm, Off-Site. Kayak on the Black River 95 W. Hamilton, Oberlin, Ohio 44074 COLOR POEMS BOARD  about History as it relates to the river. Equipment (440) 774-5059 10 am - 5 pm, MNP. Drop in during open hours 5 pm - 7 pm, WR. SUP Level 1 or 2 required to use provided. 9-12 PR 8/22 VRR Vermilion River Reservation this week and create a color poem. Conservatory our equipment. 5pm-7pm. PR by 8/13 KAYAK FLOAT BRING AMP Amphitheater admission applies. BBM Benjamin Bacon Museum SUP BEGINNER FLOAT - BRING YOUR YOUR OWN BOAT  CB Carriage Barn SKETCHING IN THE CONSERVATORY  OWN BOAT  9 am - 12 pm, Off-Site. Kayak on the BR & learn 51211 North Ridge Rd. 10am-3pm, MNP. By Clela Neale. Final product will 5 pm - 7 pm, WR. First SUP float this season. Bring about History as it relates to the river. Bring your Vermilion, Ohio 44089 be on a greeting card. PR by 8/1 members $25/ your own SUP, PFD, paddles. PR 8/13. equipment. 9-12 PR 8/22 (440) 967-7310 non $27. Bring supplies if you have them. WR Wellington Reservation FIRESIDE STORYTELLING MONARCHS WVC Wellington Visitor Center KIDS PAINTING CLASS: A RIVER RUNS 7 pm - 8 pm, VRR-CB. WRAPPS storytellers perform. 11 am - 12:15 pm, SRR. Try your hand at tagging 535 Jones Rd. THROUGH IT  Open to all! butterflies for science. Nets provided. Wear long Wellington, Ohio 44090 1 pm - 3 pm, VRR-CB. Kids 6-13. Paint on canvas. ASTRONOMY: Summer pants. (440) 647-2509 $15 per child, $10 for + children in fam. PR by 8/4, Constellations $ at door. WEDNESDAY 29 10 pm - 12 am, CAR-NO. Co-sponsored by Black MONARCHS, MIGRATION, & MORE! HIKING TUESDAY 7 LEVELS = Easy = Moderate = Strenuous River Astronomical Society. Clear skies only. Cloud 3 pm - 4 pm, FCNC. Learn about monarch L.C. RUG HOOKERS date is 8/18 butterflies and their migration journey with a craft. Y= Live Animals HSP = Hiking Stick Program (See Arrowhead) 10am-3pm, CAR-CVC. All levels welcome! SATURDAY 18 For child and adult. = A Bioblast Program = United We Sweat PRAYING MANTIS HIKE WORLD HONEY BEE DAY ADULT BOATING  = PR Preregistration is required. 1 pm - 2:30 pm, SRR: Join us as we search 10 am - 11 am, FCNC. Celebrate honey bees by 5 pm - 8:30 pm, Off-Site. Come join us to learn Please contact the Park District Office at (440) 458-5121 meadow inhabitants. Long pants required. or 1-800-LCM-PARK (TDD or Voice). learning about them with activities and crafts. For about power boating. OBEC needed. WEDNESDAY 8 child and adult. Pre-reg 8/20. Fee: $100. GOLD PANNING  10 am - 11:30 am, VRR-CB. Learn gold panning AUGUST 2018 techniques and give it a try! Supplies included. PR Calendar of Events Pull-out Section by 8/6. SUN. Mon. Tue. Wed. Thur. Fri. Sat. KIDS IN THE GARDEN 2 pm - 2:30 pm, SG. Fun crafts stories and 1 2 3 4 activities in the children’s garden 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 Visit us online for more programs and registration at www.MetroParks.cc 26 27 28 29 30 31 The Butterfl y House is now open The Butterfl y House at Miller Nature Preserve is open the nectar from. When they land on a fl ower, they may daily 10 am-4:30 pm until Labor Day and is FREE. This is appear to be walking around, but actually they are a great chance to take a close look at butterfl ies, to get tasting the fl ower with the receptors on their feet, to ideas for the plants that attract butterfl ies, and provide see if it is a fl ower that they like. some ideas of plants to use in your own gardens. Look Where do butterfl ies go when it is raining or very in the Arrowhead or online for butterfl y programs like windy, or even at night? That is shown in the garden, feedings and catching butterfl ies in the fi eld. too. They fi nd shelter in the tall grasses and shrubs The butterfl ies in the house include those which are provided. Another group of plants found in the garden native to Ohio and some that are found only in the are herbs and milkweed that caterpillars use as a food southern U.S. The plants are a mixture of perennials and source. There is a lot packed into our 20’ x 40’ butter- annuals which can all be found locally and can be easily fl y house! We hope duplicated in gardens at home. Perennials like astilbe, that you will come liatris, daisy, and coreopsis are enhanced with annuals and visit! like impatiens, gerbera daisies, and marigolds. Perennial Make sure to join plants come up each year and are there for the butter- us July 21 from fl ies to depend on. They also provide a nice backdrop 11am-2pm for But- of color. Annuals have to be added each year, but are a terfl ies and Poetry. colorful fi ller and provide variety. There will be plenty MILLER NATURE PRESERVE Butterfl ies are also attracted to bright colors, which of crafts and activi- MUSIC ON THE PATIO is why wearing bright colored clothing may entice a ties! Join us on the 2nd and 4th Thursday, June 14 - butterfl y to land on you. Butterfl ies can be September 13 from 6:30-8 pm. Bring a chair for particular about the fl owers they take a relaxing evening on the patio, concerts will be held inside in case of inclement weather. Food If you are interested in volunteering in the Butterfl y House, there is menu: kielbasa/kraut; pierogis, burgers, footlong still time! Call Leslie at 440-937-0764 for information. Volunteers have to dogs and more, beverages also available at the be or become a member of Friends of Metro Parks. Orchid Café. Hope you can join us for one, or all, concerts! ODE TO NATURE DISPLAY poetry reading For full information visit us at Miller Nature Preserve www.metroparks.cc 2739 Center Rd., Avon, OH 44011 by local poet, Hazel Chapman Opens July 18 daily 10am-5pm Mark your calendar for July 21 12:30 to hear local poet, July 12: Rick DeWitt through September 16 Hazel Chapman, read some of her original poetry. Hazel has Americana, rock & country Conservatory admission of $2, authored three books of poetry and has performed through- July 26: Tim Blake & Michele children under 42” are free out Ohio and the United States. Her poetry deals with her fi ddle favorites & guitar Poetry paints pictures with words and can provide observations and experiences as they affect social issues and SPONSORED BY FRIENDS OF LORAIN COUNTY METRO PARKS a little serenity in a busy world. Try your hand at the plight of women in our society. Haiku, Acrostic, or Color poetry and make some Hazel is also a songwriter, singer, author, former columnist, August 9: Kentucky Thunder time to attend a class on Blackout Poetry. Poetry and host of the Hazel Chapman Show, which can be viewed strictly country will be enhanced with paintings from some local on the internet. She has received numerous awards and has August 23: Rick Iacoboni artists. Visit the display to see different types of been given her own day, Hazel Chapman Day, in three cities popular acoustical guitar poetry with nature as the subject and see if some in Ohio for her efforts in the Arts and assisting with social is- of our favorites are also yours. sues. To round out her achievements, she was one of the fi rst September 13: Humbuckers female professional football players in the U.S. Rockabilly

KID’S DISCOVERY PATIO NEW THIS SUMMER: GARDEN GAMES Miller Nature Preserve has some BRAND Interspersed will be building ‘tools’, crafty This summer have some fun and come out to NEW things for kids! The back patio is be- activities, build-your-own scenes, matching, Miller and relax while playing giant Jenga or ing transformed into a great area for kids and quiet spaces. The Kids Discovery Patio checkers, tic-tac-toe, or cards; or challenge to get some hands on fun and learning. will be open(mid-July) during regular build- your friends to a game of croquet, bocce This will be a unique place for parents and ing hours; daily 10 am – 5 pm; conservatory ball, and more! Use of the games is FREE, children to do some nature related activi- admission applies- $2 daily fee for those 42” although some may require id to check out. ties and interaction that will help dis- and taller. Under 42” are FREE. You can also Games available 10 am – 4 pm. cover some really cool and simple things. enjoy the conservatory on your trip! www.MetroParks.cc www.MetroParks.cc July/August 11 95 West Hamilton st. oberlin, oH 44074 (440) 774-5059 The Mercy Health & Recreation Center 41760 Hollstein Drive, Amherst, OH 44001 For More Information Contact Us at 440-984-3470

Follow us on Twitter and Instagram LCMP_MercyRec Outdoor Movie Magic, Music, and OUTDOOR POOL WATER AEROBICS Nights Join us every Friday morning at 8:30am for a water aerobics class in the outdoor Muppets! pool (weather permitting). The class will run through August 17! Members $4 / Non-members $7, senior prices are available.

CHRISTMAS IN JULY – Join us for our annual Christmas in July party on Wednesday July 25 from 5:00-8:00pm! There will be lots of holiday themed activities and even a visit from Santa! The cost is $3.50 per person (all children under 12 must be accompanied by Bring the family for an afternoon an adult). Pre-registration is highly of staged performances on the recommended by calling (440)774-5059 or on-line at metroparks.cc. Bring the lawn chairs and playground. blankets for an outdoor movie 1:00PM • $2/PERSON DIVE-IN MOVIE NIGHT – Join us on Sun. June 10 - Magic Show night this summer. Saturday August 11 for an outdoor Sun., July 8 - Children’s Musical Concert movie! We will show a family friendly SOGGY DOGGY POOL PARTY – Bring your 8:00pm (Splash Pad and Sun., August 12 - Puppet Show movie on the movie screen while you non-aggressive pooch for a dip in the Playground Activities)

fl oat around the pool on an inner tube outdoor pool on Monday August 20and Dark (Movie Starts) (provided). Space is limited so pre- Tuesday August 21 from 6:00-7:30pm! register by calling (440)774-5059 or Please bring a pet food donation (to be $2/person (popcorn included)

on-line at metroparks.cc. All children given to a local animal shelter). While Sat., July 21 & Sat., August 18 under 12 must be accompanied by an you’re here check out our DOG PARK! adult. The cost is $3.50 per person. Yearly membership is just $10 per dog! SPLASH PAD SEASON FITNESS CLASSES Splash Pad is OPEN Did you know that we offer year-round through Labor Day classes? All classes are done on a drop-in $2/person basis so there is no need to pre-register! Monday – Saturday (10am-7:45pm) We offer *Yoga *Pilates *Cardio Kickbox Sunday (12pm-7:45pm) and MORE! Check out our most up to date calendar on-line at metroparks.cc or stop at *Join us the front desk! for Wild Wednesday DAY OPEN CLOSE activities at MONDAY 4:00 PM 7:45 PM 1:00pm each The outdoor pool will remain open TUESDAY 4:00 PM 7:45 PM week* 12:00-7:45pm daily WEDNESDAY 4:00 PM 7:45 PM through August 12. FIT WALKS THURSDAY 4:00 PM 7:45 PM Then will follow the following hours Community weekly walking program FRIDAY 4:00 PM 7:45 PM AUGUST 13 – 19 HOURS RAIN OR Thursdays at 5:30pm SATURDAY 4:00 PM 7:45 PM SHINE! Mercy Health & Recreation Center SUNDAY 4:00 PM 7:45 PM Outdoor Walking Trail