Event Calendar

Events for Wednesday, September 1, 2010

Special miniature exhibition on display at Porter Library throughout September
12:00 AM
Westlake resident, Lynne Rice, a member of the Cleveland Miniaturia Society since 1976, will have a small part of her miniature collection and projects on display at Porter Library throughout the month of September.

Since Halloween is a popular theme with miniaturists, and the general public, there will be several of Lynne's "Halloween in Miniature" settings, plus her delightful "Alice in Wonderland" vignette. Cleveland Miniaturia Society member and doll collector, Peg Graves, will also have on display some of her china dolls, doll accessories and dishes.

While at Porter Library, discover the remarkable miniature replica of Westlake's Clague House, located near the large meeting room. In 1980, Cleveland Miniaturia Society members took on restoration of the Clague House replica for the Westlake Historical Society. Some of the furnishings in the replica were recreated in miniature, exactly as they appear in full size at Clague House. Lynne Rice helped work on this project. Five years ago, Westlake Historical Society moved the Clague House replica from Clague House to Porter Library, where more could view and enjoy it.

The Cleveland Miniaturia Society, Inc., is the oldest miniature club in the country. Dedicated to the enjoyment, education and promotion of the dollhouse miniature hobby, our goal is to share our love of miniatures with others. We give back to our community through programs and displays offered in public settings. Each year, proceeds from the annual show benefit a local nonprofit organization. Proceeds from the October 2010 show will benefit Cleveland Foodbank, Inc.

Currently, CMS members are busy with final preparations for their 39th annual show on Saturday, October 9, "Halloween in Miniature." For information, go to www.clevelandminiaturiasociety.org, or call Lynne Rice at (440) 333-3605.
Location:
Westlake Porter Library
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Family History Research Help Sessions Resume
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Cuyahoga West Chapter of the Ohio Genealogical Society resumes their monthly Family History Research Help Sessions on Wednesday, September 1, from 1:00 – 2:30 p.m. The public is invited and there is no charge for this personalized service. For additional information, visit their website .
Location:
Conference Room, Westlake Porter Public Library
27333 Center Ridge Rd.
Westlake, OH
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Parachutes Support Group at The Gathering Place West
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Group for children who need ongoing support related to cancer in a loved adult family member. This workshop meets the first and third Wednesday of every month from July 7 – September 15. Advance registration is required.
Location:
The Gathering Place West
800 Sharon Dr.
Westlake

216.595.9546
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County Council District-1 Candidate Forum/Town Hall
6:30 PM
Cuyahoga County District 1 Candidates

Find out what the candidates positions are on county government.
Democrat and Republican candidates Meeting with the Citizens of Bay Village, Westlake, Rocky River, Fairview Park, Olmsted Township, and North Olmsted


The format of the meeting will consist of:
-Open statements from each candidate -Who you are & why should we vote for you (3-5 minutes)
-Questions submitted by our members and the public.
-Throughout the meeting the public will be able to submit questions.
-Closing statements. Candidates will be given 3-5 minutes to share your final thoughts.

Ground rules for the candidates:
-Answers will be limited to 1-2 minutes in an effort to answer as many questions from the participants as time permits
-Answers should reflect your experience and abilities and your plans-no bashing your fellow candidates

-You can bring campaign literature and yard signs to the town hall but we ask that you refrain from distributing it until after the meeting.

We welcome members of the community, business owners large and small, high school students, boy and girl scouts, and all civic minded persons to take part in this opportunity to reform Cuyahoga Government.



Sponsored by the Westshore Tea Party.




Location:
Westlake Recreation Center Community Room
28955 Hilliard Boulevard
Westlake, Ohio 44145


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Lake Erie Invasive Species - What’s Next?
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
It's been in the news - now hear an expert separate fact from fiction! Join Dave Kelch, Associate Professor and Ohio Sea Grant Extension Specialist as he updates us on the status of the invasive species that have entered Lake Erie.

This program for adults will also focus on the impact these species have on Lake Erie as well as potential impacts to inland lakes and tributaries. Learn about the voracious Asian Carp and the concern this invasive species may bring to our area. Registration required at $5/adult. Call 440-871-2900 with questions or to register.
Location:
Lake Erie Nature & Science Center, 28728 Wolf Rd., Bay Village
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