Special notices

DTV transition deadline coming
February 17, 2009 is the final day that full-power television stations may broadcast in analog, only digital broadcast will be allowed after that date. Be aware and be prepared. For detailed information, click here.

Memorial Day Parade
Monday, May 26, For details, click here.

United Cerebral Palsy Opens Westlake facilty
Mayor Clough welcomed the opening of the United Cerebral Palsy facility in Westlake with a Proclamation declaring May 15, 2008 United Cerebral Palsy Day in Westlake. For information on this opening and the facility, click here.

Police Dept. Public Auction
Friday, June 6, at 9 a.m., the Westlake Police Department will hold a Public Auction. For detailed Public Notice, click here.

Shred-It Day 2008 set for June 7
Saturday, June 7, 9 a.m. to 12 noon, Westlake Shred-It Day will take place at Westlake City Hall parking lot. For details, click here.

Bike Rodeo 2008
Saturday, June 14, 9 a.m. - The Westlake Police Department invites all kids, Kindergarten through Fifth Grade to participate in the 2008 Bike Rodeo. For details and registration form, click here.

2008 Run for Young at Crocker Park
Saturday, June 28, Race time 9 a.m. Proceeds from this event benefit fitness and nutrition programs in the community. For detailed race information and registration form, click here. For information on becoming a sponsor, click here. click here.

Spring Hydrant Flushing
The 2008 annual Spring Hydrant Flushing is currently being conducted by the Westlake Fire Department.

Wet or Flooded Basement Brochure Available
A brochure titled "Mitigating Wet or Flooded Basements" has been compiled by the Westlake Engineering Department. The brochure offers an explanation of Westlake sewer systems and other information that may help prevent or solve problems with water in basements. To access this brochure, click here.

Basic Self-defense Training for Women Offered Free
In June and July, the Westlake Police Department offers the 9 hour R.A.D. System' Basic Self-Defense Training for Women. This comprehensive self-defense course is free of charge to adult women who live or work in Westlake. For additional information, or to register for a session, contact Chris Schumann at 440-835-6430. For more details, click here.

Proper Disposal of Medicine
For information on the how to properly dispose of unwanted medicine, click here.

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Arts & Entertainment

Art Work presented by Red Brick Center for the Arts
Now through June 3, the original art work of Beth Kappa is on display at Mojo's Coffee and More, 600 Dover Center Road, Bay Village. For more information about the Red Brick Center for the Arts and Beth Kappa's work, click here.

FYI Opera: Rusalka
Saturday, May 31, 1 p.m., Dr. Michael Beckerman, musicologist, actor, New York University professor, and author of several books about Dvorak and his music, will discuss Dvorak's Rusalka, which will be presented by the Cleveland Orchestra on June 5 and 7. This program, presented at Porter Library, 27333 Center Ridge Road, is free and open to the public.

Invitation to Artists
Monday, July 7, is the deadline for submission of entries for the 9th Annual Community of Fine Arts Juried Art Show. All artists, at least 18 years old, who work in oil, watercolor, acrylics, pastel, charcoal/pencil/ink drawing, photography, and mixed media are invited to submit entries of original, one of a kind work. For initial review a nonreturnable 4'X6" color photo of each entry is required along with the artist's name, address, phone number, category, title, sale price, and a nonrefundable $30 entry fee for up to three works. Checks should be made payable to the Westlake-Westshore Arts Council and sent to the WW Arts Council, 1415 Prince Charles Ave., Westlake, OH 44145. For more information call 440-835-1877. Artists will be notified by telephone if work is accepted for exibit at the Community of Fine Arts Art Show, August 4 to 16, held at Porter Library. DEADLINE for photo submission of entries is July 7. Work selected for exhibition must be ready for hanging.

Summer Concerts in the Park
July 6 to August 15, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., the City of Westlake Summer Concert Series will be held at the Recreation Center Pavilion on the dates listed below. The FREE concerts present a variety of performers** appropriate for all age groups. Grab a blanket or lawn chair and plan to attend.

• Sunday, July 6 - - - - - - - - - Key Motion
• Sunday, July 13 - - - - - - - - Cruisin'
• Sunday, July 20 - - - - - - - - Revolution Pie
• Sunday, July 27 - - - - - - - - Colin Dussault Blues
• Sunday, August 3 - - - - - - - Geez Cats
• Sunday, August 10 - - - - - - Rat Pack
• Friday, August 15 - - - - - - - Tom Todd

**Performers subject to change.

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May meetings, events

Library Programs
Some May programs offered at Porter Library 27333 Center Ridge Road are listed below. For more information or to register, please call the library at 440-871-2600. You may also register online by going to the library’s web page, www.westlakelibrary.org and click on “Calendar of Events”.

• Through May 31, Movie Scramble - The titles are just wrong. It is up to you to correct them for a chance at a prize. Grades 6-12. Teen area.
• Saturday, May 17, 10:30 a.m., West Side Writers
• Monday, May 19, 7 p.m., Monthly Monday Movie - Come see the amazing variety of our planet's sea life in Deep Blue Registration requested.
• Tuesday, May 20, 7-8 p.m., Mad 4 Manga -Manga lovers' chance to talk! Grades 6-12.
• Sunday, May 25, starting TODAY, Porter Library closed Sundays during the summer.

2008 Safety Town Registration
Saturday, May 10 was the first day for registration for the 2008 Westlake Safety Town. For parent information, registration forms, and student volunteer registration, click here.

Cuyahoga West Chapter meets
Wednesday, May 21, at 7:00 p.m. - Cuyahoga West Chapter of the Ohio Genealogical Society will meet at Westlake Porter Public Library, 27333 Center Ridge Road. We will preview a video "Migration Routes and Settlement Patterns 1607-1890" produced by genealogist and historian George Schweitzer, Ph.D. The public is invited, at no charge. For additional information, call 440-899-9201 or visit the website http://www.rootsweb.com/~ohcwogs.

Barn Sale
Saturday, May 24, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. - Clague Playhouse, 1371 Clague Road will hold its very special Barn Sale. Donation drop-off dates are May 14-17 from 1-6 p.m. and May 21-23 from 1-8 p.m.

Depression Screening
Thursday, May 29, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. - Far West Center is holding a Depression Screening at Porter Public Library, 27333 Center Ridge Road. Share this information with others. A Depression Screening can help someone find a path to recovery. If you have questions, call Far West Center at 440-835-6212, ext. 231.

Rummage Sale
Friday & Saturday, May 30 - 31, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. - St. Ladislas Church, 2345 Bassett Road. Help the Westlake Area Youth Group of St. Ladislas & St. Bernadette Catholic Churches go to World Youth Day by shopping at their sale. For more information or to DONATE items call Amanda at 440-734-1300 ext. 236.

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June 2008 meetings, events

Genealogical Society offers Help Session
Wednesday, June 4, 1:00 – 2:30 p.m., in the Conference room of Westlake Porter Public Library, 27333 Center Ridge Road, the Cuyahoga West Chapter of the Ohio Genealogical Society will offer a Help Session. This is an opportunity to get personalized help with your family history research. There is no charge for this service. For additional information, call 440-899-9201 or visit the website http://www.rootsweb.com/~ohcwogs.

Police Dept. Public Auction
Friday, June 6, at 9 a.m., the Westlake Police Department will hold a Public Auction. For detailed Public Notice, click here.

Shred-It Day 2008
Saturday, June 7, 9 a.m. to 12 noon, Westlake Shred-It Day will take place at Westlake City Hall parking lot. For details, click here.

Bike Rodeo 2008
Saturday, June 14, 9 a.m. - The Westlake Police Department invites all kids, Kindergarten through Fifth Grade to participate in the 2008 Bike Rodeo. For details and registration form, click here.

Cuyahoga West Chapter Meets
Wednesday, June 18, 7:00-8:45 p.m., the Cuyahoga West Chapter of the Ohio Genealogical Society meets at Westlake Porter Public Library, 27333 Center Ridge Road. Michelle A. Day will present the "HISTORY OF CLEVELAND'S WOODLAND CEMETERY", including the well known people buried there and the various volunteer projects that she has worked on at Woodland. Social time from 6:30-7:00. The public is invited, at no charge. For additional information, call 440-899-9201 or visit our website http://www.rootsweb.com/~ohcwogs.

2008 Run for Young at Crocker Park
Saturday, June 28, Race time 9 a.m. Proceeds from this event benefit fitness and nutrition programs in the community. For detailed race information and registration form, click here. For information on becoming a sponsor, click here. click here.

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July meetings, events

Cuyahoga West Chapter meets
Wednesday, July 16, 7:00-8:45 p.m. the Cuyahoga West Chapter of the Ohio Genealogical Society meets at Westlake Porter Public Library, 27333 Center Ridge Road. Bob Gibbons will present the history of “CUYAHOGA COUNTY’S NOTTINGHAM NEIGHBORHOOD", a community in Euclid Township. Beginning in 1852, Nottingham was the home of the Euclid Depot on the first east/west railroad line. In addition to the railroads, we will hear about the churches, homes and notable buildings of the area. Social time from 6:30-7:00. The public is invited, at no charge. For additional information, call 440-899-9201 or visit our website http://www.rootsweb.com/~ohcwogs.

Ice Cream Social!
Monday, July 28, 6 - 8 p.m. at Westlake Porter Library, the Friends of the Library sponsor the annual Ice Cream Social. There will be: Mitchell's Ice Cream Sundae - $1/scoop; Big Daddies Band; Balloon Clown; Clifford the Big Red Dog; Lake Erie Nature & Science Center; THe Energizer Bunny; MILK Child ID Program; Coloring Contest; Cakewalk and more.
Rain or shine!

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August meetings, events

Community of Fine Arts Show
August 4 - 16, the 9th Annual Community of Fine Arts Juried Art Show returns to Westlake Porter Library, 27333 Center Ridge Road. The Library joins the Westlake-Westshore Arts Council in sponsoring this show which will be open to the public during normal Library hours.

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September meetings, events

Genealogical Society resumes Help Session
Wednesday, September 3, 2008, 1:00 – 2:30 p.m.Genealogical Society resumes Help Session in the Conference room of Westlake Porter Public Library, 27333 Center Ridge Road. The Cuyahoga West Chapter of the Ohio Genealogical Society offers personalized help with your family history research. There is no charge for this service. For additional information, call 440-899-9201 or visit the website http://www.rootsweb.com/~ohcwogs

For your information

Fire Detector Program
For information regarding the Westlake Fire Department Utilitag And Smoke Detector Program, click here.

Rain Gardens for Everyone
Westlake dedicated a "Rain Garden" at the Westlake Recreation Center Park, NW of gazebo, in Apri 2007. Homeowners are encouraged to create their own rain garden and several informational guides have been created and are available at this website.
For the leaflet Rain Garden for Homeowners, click here.
For the booklet Rain Garden Manual for Homeownersclick here.
For the brochure, Create Your Own Rain Garden in Six Easy Steps, click here.

Tree City USA
Once again the City of Westlake has been named a Tree City USA. Tree City USA began in 1976. This program, sponsored by the National Association of State Foresters and the USDA Forest Service, has grown to be the leading community forestry recognition program in the country. Mayor Clough congratulated Stan Barnard, Westlake Urban Forestry Manager, the forestry crew and Gayle HIll, Service Dept. Administrative Assistant for their efforts in again obtaining this recognition.

ACBC Collection Containers
Two Aluminum Cans for Burned Children (ACBC) recycling containers are in place behind the Red Brick Building on Dover Center Road and also in front of the Westlake Police Station for those residents who wish to drop off their aluminum cans.

Community Information Channel
The City of Westlake Community Information Channel is broadcast on Channel 23 on Time Warner and Channel 21 on WOW cable. All residents are encouraged to tune in for current events and topics of interest, along with general information about the city of Westlake.

Balazs sculpture
The sculpture that sets in the small park area on the southwest corner of Hilliard and Dover Center is an original work of art designed and executed by sculptor Harold Balazs. The piece, of brushed stainless steel, 16 feet in diameter, on a 4 foot base, was commissioned by the Westlake-Westshore Arts Council and presented to the city. Recently, lights were installed that provide a dramatic night view. For details and to view a photo, click here.

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