Learn about Westlake's past and the events to celebrate 200 years

Will Krause, Assistant Director of Westlake's Planning and Economic Development Department, will be the featured guest speaker at the Wednesday, May 18, meeting of the Cuyahoga West Chapter of the Ohio Genealogical Society, at Westlake Porter Public Library, 27333 Center Ridge Rd.  

Mr. Krause will present “The History of Westlake and Its Bicentennial Celebration.” Come and learn about Westlake’s past and how the city and local organizations are commemorating 200 years of history. Also, Jeanne B. Workman, genealogist and author of the award-winning bicentennial book "Pioneers of Westlake, Ohio: Settlers in 1820 and Their Families," will be signing books which will be available for purchase at this meeting.

Program begins at 7:00 p.m. Refreshments and social time is from 6:30-7:00 p.m. The public is invited, at no charge. For additional information, visit their website http://www.rootsweb.ancestry.com/~ohcwogs or send an email to cuyahogawest@gmail.com.