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Chill Out In Mentor - Jan 20th! Fun for the Whole Family!
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In this Mentor Local Buzz Issue…
🗓️ Events around the community
🌨️ Weather Forecast
❄️ Chill Out In Mentor - Jan 20th! Fun for the Whole Family!
🧧 United Way of Lake County Secures $75,000 Grant for Community Enhancement
✅ Mentor Residents: Your Opinion Matters in Upcoming Housing Study
🗞️ Eastlake Mourns the Loss of Beloved Mayor Dennis Morley
🔼 Mentor School Board Seeks Applicants for Financial Advisory Committee
🤣 Something Funny
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January 10
January 13th
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January 20th
January 23rd
❄️ Chill Out In Mentor - Jan 20th!
The Mentor Chill Out event, set to take place on Saturday, January 20, 2024, at the Mentor Civic Center Park from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM, is gearing up to shake off the winter blues with a host of exciting activities. This event has quickly become a favorite in the community, turning the main grounds into a magical winter wonderland.
Attendees can expect to see over 10 ice sculptures throughout the grounds, with live ice carving shows and a speed carving competition presented by artists from Elegant Ice Creations. A highlight of the event is the inaugural Chill Out .5k Donut Race, where participants must finish their donut and hot chocolate before crossing the finish line, with all participants receiving a medal.
The event is family-friendly, offering a range of activities suitable for kids of all ages. These include an outdoor ice rink, a kids' craft tent, outdoor games, sled riding (weather permitting), an ice slide, and more. For those who enjoy sledding and snowshoeing, these activities will also be available, depending on the weather.
Food enthusiasts are in for a treat with the Chili Cook Off and a selection of gourmet fare from popular local food trucks like Delish Mobile Kitchen, Scotts Fire and Ice Pizza, and A&M’s Donut Wagon. Adults can enjoy a whiskey tent featuring flights from Red Eagle Distillery and a signature Hot Apple Cider with Red Maple Rum, while options like Michelob Ultra and Alaskan Brewing Company Chillin Cold IPA are also available. For the kids, hot chocolate will be on sale.
The event will culminate in a spectacular fireworks show at 5:45 PM. Mentor Chill Out is set to take place snow or shine, with free admission and most activities at no cost. The Mentor Civic Center Park is located at 8600 Munson Road.
For Additional Details and Schedule at cityofmentor.com
🧧 United Way of Lake County Secures $75,000 Grant for Community Enhancement
United Way of Lake County is proud to announce that it has been awarded a generous $75,000 grant from the Jerome T. Osborne and Georgeann S. Osborne Charitable Trust. This significant contribution has been designated to strengthen the organization's ongoing efforts in their fight against food insecurity.
Read the UWLC Press Release Here at uwlc.org
✅ Mentor Residents: Your Opinion Matters in the Upcoming Housing Study
The City of Mentor is undertaking a comprehensive housing study and needs analysis to assess its housing market and identify any gaps in the current housing stock. Recognizing the importance of housing in retaining and attracting both residents and businesses, the city is committed to gaining a thorough understanding of the local housing situation.
An integral part of this study is a resident survey, designed to encourage community engagement and gather valuable insights from residents regarding housing. This approach ensures that the voices of Mentor residents are heard and considered in the evaluation of the housing market.
Residents interested in participating can obtain paper copies of the survey at no cost from the Planning & Development Department. To get a copy, residents can call (440) 974-5740. The deadline for submitting completed surveys is January 15, 2024. This initiative highlights the city's proactive approach to addressing housing concerns and fostering a vibrant, growing community.
Click Here to Take the Survey at cityofmentor.com
🗞️ Eastlake Mourns the Loss of Beloved Mayor Dennis Morley
Eastlake Mayor Dennis Morley passed away following a short battle with aggressive cancer. He was known for leading the city from fiscal hardship to prosperity and was deeply involved in community affairs. Morley, also remembered as "Batman" by colleagues, leaves behind two daughters.
🔼 Mentor School Board Seeks Applicants for Financial Advisory Committee
The Mentor School Board is accepting applications for two vacancies on the Citizens Financial Advisory Committee. Residents with a business background are eligible to apply. The term lasts until December 31, 2025. Applications, including a letter of interest and resume, should be submitted by January 26 to the Mentor Exempted Village Board of Education, attention Bill Wade, or via email.
For more information call Bill Wade at 440-974-5230. No later than January 26th, submit a letter of interest and resume to Mentor Exempted Village Board of Education, Helen H. “Sue” Osborn Administration Building, 6451 Center Street, Mentor, Ohio 44060, Attn.: Bill Wade; or via email at [email protected].
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