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Saturday, November 19, 2011

Poets of Lakeside Emergency Men's Shelter To Read At Sunday Sounds

The men will give readings at Porter Public Library after a service and luncheon at Westlake United Methodist Church.

Sunday Sounds at Westlake Porter Public Library is taking a break from the regular musical programming to highlight the work of the Poets of 2100 Lakeside Emergency Men's Shelter. Facilitator Annie Holden and two or three poets will tell their own stories and read selections of their works at 2 p.m. Sunday. In the spring, the shelter published a soft-bound booklet of poetry, and a full book is in publication right now, said Nancy Fester, programs chair for Friends of Westlake Porter Public Library. The book should be out before Christmas. Prior to their reading at the library, Westlake United Methodist Church will honor the men at their 11:21 a.m. service with a lunch following.

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Sunday Sounds Rock Porter Public Library, Westlake Porter Public Library, and Westlake United Methodist Church

Thursday, September 15, 2011

Historical Marker Dedication, Storytime and More

Here are five things you should know today.

1) The Westlake Historical Society and city officials will be joined by the Ohio Historical Society for a historic marker dedication at Evergreen Cemetery at 6 p.m. tonight. A plaque will be dedicated to Leverett Johnson, one of Westlake's original settlers and donor of the cemetery land. If you want to find out more about the founding families buried there, check out this historical video tour from the spring. 2) Borders closed its doors for the last time yesterday as the company shuts down 400 stores nationwide. The Plain Dealer has a story with some ideas from local folks on what that might mean for smaller book stores. 3) There's a chance of rain this morning with a high near 60 degrees, according to the National Weather Service. The …

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Evergreen Westlake Cemetery, Borders, Westlake Borders to Stay Open Through September, and 2 more ›

Wednesday, September 14, 2011

Wii Wednesday, Fall Fashion and More

Here are five things you should know today.

1) Kids ages 10 to 18 can come down to Porter Public Library for Wii Wednesdays at 4 p.m. this afternoon. Each week, the library will feature a different video game. 2) Today will be partly sunny with a high near 70 degrees, according to the National Weather Service. There's a chance of rain this evening, mostly before 8 p.m. 3) Ann Taylor at Crocker Park has a big fall fashion sale today with 25 percent off any two full-price items and 40 percent off three or more full-price items. 4) Coldwater Creek at Crocker Park is also hosting a fall sale through Sept. 19. For every shopper that tries on an outfit from their Wear to Work line, the store will donate $1 to Dress for Success, a nonprofit that helps provide work clothes for women in low-…

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Westlake Porter Public Library, Ann Taylor, Crocker Park, and 1 more ›

Tuesday, September 13, 2011

Walking Club, Chocolate Day and More

Here are five things you should know today.

1) Join Miss Jamie at 9:30 a.m. today for songs, rhymes and play at Lapsit Storytime. The Porter Public Library program is for kids ages 6-24 months old with a caregiver. 2) There's a chance of rain and thunderstorms late this afternoon, according to the National Weather Service. The rest of the day will be partyly sunny with a high near 82 degrees. 3) The Indoor Walking Club of Avon Lake is meeting today at 8 a.m. Stay safe and warm as you walk in the Old Firehouse Community Center. Wear comfortable walking shoes. Free water bottle courtesy of Towne Center Community Campus. 4) Is SpongeBob one of your kid's favorite cartoon characters? A recent study published in the medical journal Pediatrics shows that 4-year-olds had more trouble …

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Westlake Porter Public Library and Indoor Walking Club (in Avon-Avon Lake Patch)

Friday, September 9, 2011

Trolley Tickets, Playtime and More

Here are five things you should know today.

1) Today is the last day to get your ticket for the Bicentennial Trolley Tours on Sept. 15. To celebrate the bicentennial, the city and the Westlake Historical Society are hosting a guided tour through town to see some of historic homes, followed by lunch and a visit to the Clague House Museum. To reserve a spot, call 440-899-3544. 2) Porter Public Library is hosting Come Play With Me at 10:30 a.m. today in the Dover Meeting Room. Toys, songs, rhymes and more make for a great morning for kids ages 2 through 5. Siblings are welcome to come join the fun. Register online on the library website. 3) There's a chance of rain again today and cloudy skies with a high of 74 degrees, according to the National Weather Service. More rain is on the way…

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Take a Trip Back in Time by Trolley, Westlake Porter Public Library, Clague House Museum, and 1 more ›

Thursday, September 8, 2011

Band of Westlake Brothers Sells Songs on iTunes

Two songs are available from Westlake's own Lumpia after the trio won the Porter Public Library Battle of the Bands.

People all over the world can now download original songs from a Westlake band of brothers. Guitarist PJ, drummer John Paul and bassist Max make up the band Lumpia, winners of the first Porter Public Library Battle of the Bands. The trio won eight hours of recording time and now have two songs— Midnight Blues and Kill Screen— for sale on iTunes.

Get Out: Fall Festivals, Dog Pool Party and More

Choose from some of these great events if you're looking to spice up the weekend.

Fall is upon us, and you can really feel the change in the air. But don't despair! Even though winter is coming, there's still plenty of time to get out and enjoy Westlake before the flurries start flying. PORTER PUBLIC LIBRARY'S FALL FESTIVAL Where/When: Porter Public Library / 2 p.m. Saturday Why Go: Drop in and celebrate the start of fall with Porter's Fall Festival. Kids ages 5 and up can do leaf rubbings and apple print crafts before getting a special treat. FALL INTO AVON Where/When: Country Store, 2536 Stoney Ridge Rd. in Avon / 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday  Why Go: Celebrate the beginning of fall with the Fall Festival in Avon. There's a Scarecrow Competition and Auction. At The Taste of Avon, festival-…

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Fall into Avon, Country Store (in Avon-Avon Lake Patch), Big Splash Pool Party For Dogs Is Sept. 10, and 5 more ›

Girls Night Out, International Literacy Day and More

Here are five things you should know today.

1) White Oaks Restaurant has a brand-new menu with some of the old favorites. From chorizo stuffed poblano peppers to panko-crusted veal chops, there is a lot of new stuff in the dining room. In the lounge, there's margarita flatbread and pale ale white cheddar fondue. 2) Nicky Nicole is hosting a Girls Night Out tonight from 6 to 8 p.m. The store will have lemonade, sweets and special discounts— fashion accessories, tops and tunics are all 20% off. 3) More rain is likely today, with a high of 72 degrees, according to the National Weather Service. Tonight will bring a chance of more rain with a low of about 60 degrees. 4) This month's non-fiction book discussion is on Hamlet's Blackberry: A Practical Philosophy for Building a Good Life in …

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White Oaks Restaurant, Nicky Nicole, and Westlake Porter Public Library

Thursday, September 1, 2011

Investments, 'Scarface' and More

Here are five things you might want to know today.

1) Regal Cinemas is showing Scarface for one night only at 7:30 p.m. tonight. The event will begin with a mini featurette including interviews with popular filmmakers and talent on how this cult classic has influenced society and filmmaking through the years. 2) Ian Abbott of Abacus Financial Services will talk about why he thinks interest rates will rise, and the history of interest rates and inflation in the United States over the last half century. He will also discuss seven types of investments that should do well in this difficult environment. at 7 p.m. tonight at Westlake Porter Public Library. To register, visit the library website. 3) Bring your umbrella this morning! The National Weather Service is predicting scattered …

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Regal Cinema, Westlake Porter Public Library, and Mitchell's Homemade Ice Cream

Wednesday, August 31, 2011

Dancing, Drumming and More

Here are five things you should know today.

1) Westlake Porter Public Library is hosting Let's Sing and Dance from 10:30 to 11 a.m. Miss Nancy will lead kids ages 2 to 6 in songs and dance in the Storytime Room. call 40-871-2600 to register. 2) The Gathering Place West is hosting a drum circle for those dealing with cancer from 7 to 8 p.m. tonight. The circle is open to anyone who has been touched by cancer, whether it be themselves, a friend, family member, coworker or someone else. Drums are provided, but registration is required. Call 216-595-9546to sign up or for more information. 3) Don't miss any chance you get to spend some time outside today. The National Weather Service is predicting mostly sunny skies with a high near 80 degrees. There might be some rain and thunderstorms …

In this Article:

Westlake Porter Public Library, Keeping a Beat Helps Those Touched by Cancer Find Peace, and North Coast Challenge To Take Over Crocker Park

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