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The Vietnam Traveling Memorial Wall®
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A place of honor, remembrance and reflection, The Vietnam Traveling Memorial Wall® will visit Lakeside May 28-June 1, displayed along the lakefront near the Hotel Lakeside lawn. In 2026, Lakeside will be the only community in Ohio to host this sacred memorial, offering a rare opportunity for individuals and families to pay tribute to those who […] |
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The Vietnam Traveling Memorial Wall®
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A place of honor, remembrance and reflection, The Vietnam Traveling Memorial Wall® will visit Lakeside May 28-June 1, displayed along the lakefront near the Hotel Lakeside lawn. In 2026, Lakeside will be the only community in Ohio to host this sacred memorial, offering a rare opportunity for individuals and families to pay tribute to those who […]
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Drawing on her book Mothers of Conservatism: Women and the Postwar Right, Michelle Nickerson examines a strange but virulent Cold War-era conspiracy theory involving Alaska. In 1956, grassroots anti-communist activists based in Southern California who were closely monitoring legislation in Washington encountered a bill proposing funding for the construction of a psychiatric facility in Alaska, which they called […]
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Gather your crew for Trivia Night on Mondays at 5 p.m. on Walnut Plaza (except May 25). Bring your favorite snacks, challenge friends and put your knowledge to the test with a mix of fun facts and friendly competition. Prizes and bragging rights await the winners!
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During this historic celebration of our nation’s 250th anniversary, it is a fitting time to reflect on the lives of those who came before us and the ways they shaped our shared history. Too often, the story of our country focuses on the strong and the powerful. Yet, it is often ordinary people from humble […] |
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A place of honor, remembrance and reflection, The Vietnam Traveling Memorial Wall® will visit Lakeside May 28-June 1, displayed along the lakefront near the Hotel Lakeside lawn. In 2026, Lakeside will be the only community in Ohio to host this sacred memorial, offering a rare opportunity for individuals and families to pay tribute to those who […]
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Southeast Alaska is a majestic wonderland known for spectacular cruise-ship scenery, world-class fishing and abundant wildlife. It is also a natural laboratory for exploring the legacy of enormous Ice Age glaciers and dramatic sea level changes, all set against the rich history of a Native Alaskan homeland. This talk highlights an ongoing University at Buffalo […]
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Be present each day through the healing practice of journaling. Allow anxiety, fear or excitement to flow onto the page during this interactive presentation by year-round Lakesiders Traci Richards and Brenda Haas. Both have used this ancient art to navigate difficult times and document their days creatively. Come with a notebook and a desire to […]
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Join us for the Environmental Lecture Series at Orchestra Hall. The June 2 topic is “Why Greenland Matters,” featuring Dr. Jason Briner. Briner has studied Greenland for more than 15 years and leads multiple federally funded research projects examining the history of the Greenland Ice Sheet. His work has appeared in leading scientific journals, including […] |
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When we think of Alaska, we don’t often think about President Warren G. Harding, but he was the first sitting president to visit the Alaska Territory. In 1923, Harding embarked on a fact-finding mission to craft new policies that balanced conservation and the development of natural resources, safeguarded Indigenous people’s fishing rights, and worked toward Alaskan […]
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Calling all young chefs and creative minds! In this hands-on cooking class with Chef Stacy, kids (ages 7-10) will combine food and art to create colorful creations like Edible Garden Cups, Rainbow Veggie Wraps, Lakeside Daisy Bites and creamy No-Bake Lemon Cheesecake Bars. Classes are offered June 3, June 25, July 10 and Aug. 13. Participants […]
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Ross Ellet explores the dramatically different climates of Alaska and Hawaii in this engaging presentation on extreme weather and climate diversity. While the two states may seem like opposites, both experience a surprising range of weather patterns that few people fully appreciate. The talk begins with a look back at the worst cold wave ever recorded […]
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Experience a moving tribute to courage, loyalty and the bond between warrior and companion when Ohio artist James Mellick brings his acclaimed sculptural exhibition “Dogs of War and Peace” to Lakeside, May 18-June 12. The exhibit is open Monday-Friday from 10 a.m.-12 p.m., and 30 minutes before performances and worship services in Hoover Auditorium (except May […] |
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Celebrate the vibrant flavors of Alaska and Hawai’i in Cooking Across America with Chef Stacy: Pacific Plates, A Culinary Journey from Alaska to Hawai’i. Chef Stacy Maple leads a cooking demonstration honoring America’s Semiquincentennial. This engaging experience brings together land, sea and culture as she teaches how to prepare fresh Lomi-Lomi-style Wild Alaskan salmon, savory-sweet Huli […]
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Discover practical tips and fresh inspiration for your garden with Get Growing!, an educational gardening series held every other Thursday from June 11-Aug. 13. Each hour-long program features an engaging guest speaker, and many sessions offer hands-on learning. This series is perfect for gardeners of all experience levels. In this session, explore the art and technique […]
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Experience a moving tribute to courage, loyalty and the bond between warrior and companion when Ohio artist James Mellick brings his acclaimed sculptural exhibition “Dogs of War and Peace” to Lakeside, May 18-June 12. The exhibit is open Monday-Friday from 10 a.m.-12 p.m., and 30 minutes before performances and worship services in Hoover Auditorium (except May […] |
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Jim Mellick will be discussing the Wounded Warrior Dogs and K9 War Story dogs that are not in the Dogs of War and Peace Exhibit, images of the process of making, the veteran handlers he met along the journey, and dog allegories that employ humor, history and the Bible. Mellick’s career as an artist has spanned […]
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Tory Gabriel from Ohio Sea Grant Extension (OHSG) will give a talk on the "Fish of Lake Erie." Gabriel is the Extension Program Leader for Ohio Sea Grant and serves as fisheries educator. His responsibilities include managing and providing programmatic direction for the Extension side of OHSG, while also focusing on research, education, and outreach related […]
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On Fridays at 3:30 p.m. in the Fountain Inn Aigler Room, the World Affairs Forum offers an opportunity for thoughtful discussion of international events and ongoing global issues. The dialogue is to promote further learning about world affairs and is not a political forum. Keeping up on current affairs is suggested, and attendees are encouraged to […] |
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In 1921, Silver Lake, Colorado, received over six feet of snow in a single day. In 2013, the Front Range picked up nearly a year's worth of rain in eight days, causing $2 billion in damage and cutting off Estes Park. Then Boulder County was the side of the Marshall Fire in 2021, where winds […]
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Join us at 2 p.m. on Mondays from June 8-Aug. 10 for Science Rocks!, a popular program for ages 6-12. Each week features interactive experiments and engaging activities designed to spark curiosity and make science fun. There’s no cost to participate, though select sessions require pre-registration. SCHEDULE June 8 – Oobleck & Ice Cream: Playing with States […]
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Gather your crew for Trivia Night on Mondays at 5 p.m. on Walnut Plaza (except May 25). Bring your favorite snacks, challenge friends and put your knowledge to the test with a mix of fun facts and friendly competition. Prizes and bragging rights await the winners!
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As sunset approaches, what are the daily duties, chores and expectations of a lighthouse keeper? Join storyteller, author and historian Brian “Fox” Ellis as he steps into the role of this most important job, bringing the audience back to the earliest days of our history on the Great Lakes. This event is in partnership with […] |
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This Chautauqua Lecture Series session at 11 a.m. will be presented virtually by Sara Gutterman, Chief Executive Officer of Green Builder Media. The talk explores green building and sustainable living practices from historic cottages to modern builds.
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Jazz returns to Lakeside with four days of music, conversation and storytelling during Chautauqua Jazz Week, June 9-12. Rooted in the Chautauqua tradition of learning through the arts, the series explores the rich history of jazz while celebrating the artists who continue to shape the genre today. Each afternoon, guests are invited to Conversations with the […] |
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Gold rushes are often remembered as spontaneous stampedes driven by luck and greed. In reality, they were carefully orchestrated events. This talk explores how gold rushes in the Rocky Mountain West were made possible through federal policies, transportation networks, military protection and financial systems. Drawing on his research on the Montana gold rush, Kent Curtis […]
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Jazz returns to Lakeside with four days of music, conversation and storytelling during Chautauqua Jazz Week, June 9-12. Rooted in the Chautauqua tradition of learning through the arts, the series explores the rich history of jazz while celebrating the artists who continue to shape the genre today. Each afternoon, guests are invited to Conversations with the […] |
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This presentation explores the dances created during the era of slavery in America, including the Ring Shout and the Cakewalk, and how they served as forms of resistance for enslaved people. The talk also examines early European American dances and their influence on the development of the Cakewalk. Participants will gain insight into how these […]
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Electric Vehicle (EV) owners in Lakeside will showcase their personal EVs each week near the Bettinger Park cannons, allowing Lakesiders to explore a variety of models and learn firsthand about the switch from gas-powered vehicles to electric driving. Owners will share their experiences, answer questions and discuss the benefits and realities of EV ownership. Each […]
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Jazz returns to Lakeside with four days of music, conversation and storytelling during Chautauqua Jazz Week, June 9-12. Rooted in the Chautauqua tradition of learning through the arts, the series explores the rich history of jazz while celebrating the artists who continue to shape the genre today. Each afternoon, guests are invited to Conversations with the […] |
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There is nothing more American than jazz. As Carlos R.A. Jones observed, “It was impossible for Jazz dance and its technique to escape discrediting. It was born in the middle of Jim Crow America and has never escaped that white-supremacist clutch. As white people realized jazz dance’s massive appeal to society, the pursuit of white […]
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On Fridays at 3:30 p.m. in the Fountain Inn Aigler Room, the World Affairs Forum offers an opportunity for thoughtful discussion of international events and ongoing global issues. The dialogue is to promote further learning about world affairs and is not a political forum. Keeping up on current affairs is suggested, and attendees are encouraged to […]
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Jazz returns to Lakeside with four days of music, conversation and storytelling during Chautauqua Jazz Week, June 9-12. Rooted in the Chautauqua tradition of learning through the arts, the series explores the rich history of jazz while celebrating the artists who continue to shape the genre today. Each afternoon, guests are invited to Conversations with the […] |
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Route 66 is turning 100! Take a musical journey down America's most famous highway with the soundtrack of the open road, including Bobby Troup's classic hit, "Route 66." Through music, visuals and storytelling, explore the rich history, cultural impact and enduring nostalgia of the Mother Road, from neon signs and roadside attractions to the destinations […] |
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This lecture will explore Lakota dances, specifically the Sun Dance and the Ghost Dance. Dance has been an integral part of Native American life and remains so today. When colonizers came to America, they clashed with Native Americans in many ways. They sought to annihilate Native culture and force assimilation into the white man’s world. […]
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Join us at 2 p.m. on Mondays from June 8-Aug. 10 for Science Rocks!, a popular program for ages 6-12. Each week features interactive experiments and engaging activities designed to spark curiosity and make science fun. There’s no cost to participate, though select sessions require pre-registration. SCHEDULE June 8 – Oobleck & Ice Cream: Playing with States […]
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Gather your crew for Trivia Night on Mondays at 5 p.m. on Walnut Plaza (except May 25). Bring your favorite snacks, challenge friends and put your knowledge to the test with a mix of fun facts and friendly competition. Prizes and bragging rights await the winners!
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Join the former president as he recalls some of his favorite fish tales: stories of fishing with world leaders, how he used fishing as a diplomatic tool, stories of his time as President of the Izaac Walton League, a few favorite fishing jokes and tales of the one that didn’t get away. From his boyhood […] |
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During the winter of 1804-1805, the Mandan were the hosts of the famed Lewis and Clark Expedition. They were so close to the Corps that Lewis and Clark named their winter encampment after the tribe, Fort Mandan. For many students of the expedition, that is where the Mandan story ends. These people were simply the welcoming […]
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Build a story from start to finish during these two-day, one-hour, hands-on journaling sessions. Attend either or both sessions led by year-round Lakesiders Traci Richards and Brenda Haas. Day 1 focuses on inspiration and story structure. Day 2 focuses on diving deeper into what your “moment in time” means to you. Be prepared to participate […]
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When Lewis and Clark arrived among the Nez Perce in 1805, they were sick and on the verge of starvation. Had the Nez Perce allowed them to die or even killed them, the tribe would have easily become the wealthiest in the area. Instead, the Nez Perce helped Lewis and Clark, ultimately ensuring that the […] |
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Native American policy in the United States is a broad, complex and foundational part of the nation’s history. During the 1870s–1890s, federal policy shifted as the reservation system became firmly established and a push toward forced assimilation intensified. This presentation explores the impact of these policies in the Plains region through the story of Chief […]
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Build a story from start to finish during these two-day, one-hour, hands-on journaling sessions. Attend either or both sessions led by year-round Lakesiders Traci Richards and Brenda Haas. Day 1 focuses on inspiration and story structure. Day 2 focuses on diving deeper into what your “moment in time” means to you. Be prepared to participate […]
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The Great Plains is one of the wildest weather regions on the planet. From extreme blizzards to violent tornado outbreaks, those living in the middle of the country are used to weather extremes. Ross Ellet will detail what makes this region such a unique climate zone, starting with the historic Schoolhouse Blizzard of 1888. The 2011 […] |
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Paul Kirk will discuss the personal and professional life of Marion Thede, a pioneering musicologist who collected fiddle tunes in Oklahoma during the 1930s. The program will feature the music and stories of Oklahoma fiddlers whose contributions helped shape American folk music.Kirk has been playing bowed string instruments since 1980 and has taught them privately, […]
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Discover practical tips and fresh inspiration for your garden with Get Growing!, an educational gardening series held every other Thursday from June 11-Aug. 13. Each hour-long program features an engaging guest speaker, and many sessions offer hands-on learning. This series is perfect for gardeners of all experience levels. Join Breann Hohman, District Director of the Erie […]
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Electric Vehicle (EV) owners in Lakeside will showcase their personal EVs each week near the Bettinger Park cannons, allowing Lakesiders to explore a variety of models and learn firsthand about the switch from gas-powered vehicles to electric driving. Owners will share their experiences, answer questions and discuss the benefits and realities of EV ownership. Each […]
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Meet former Major League Baseball pitcher Jim Perry during a special meet & greet and book signing of his memoir, Winning Pitch. One of baseball's most respected pitchers, Perry enjoyed a 17-year Major League career that included 215 wins, an American League Cy Young Award in 1970, and a reputation as one of the game's most reliable […]
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To celebrate the 250th anniversary of our county, Gregory Anthos is proud to present "Of the People." This reader’s theater production celebrates the wonderful and tragic history of America. Athnos served as an Associate Professor of Music on the North Park University faculty for 32 years. Founder of the University Chamber Singers and Chamber Orchestra, and director […] |
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During this lecture, Dr. J. LanYe’, D.M.A., explores the powerful role of music in mapping escape routes to freedom from chattel slavery. LanYe’ returns to Lakeside this Juneteenth to share groundbreaking research on the African American spiritual. She will introduce newly uncovered decoding methods that reveal how these songs functioned as sophisticated strategic tools in the […]
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Jill Bartolotta with Ohio Sea Grant will give a talk on Lake Erie, including its health, key research and will answer questions about aquatic invasives and marine debris.Bartolotta, Extension Educator for Ohio Sea Grant, works with municipalities, scientists and the public to collaboratively support Lake Erie communities through research, outreach and education. Her research and […]
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On Fridays at 3:30 p.m. in the Fountain Inn Aigler Room, the World Affairs Forum offers an opportunity for thoughtful discussion of international events and ongoing global issues. The dialogue is to promote further learning about world affairs and is not a political forum. Keeping up on current affairs is suggested, and attendees are encouraged to […] |
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The Southwest, a region first colonized by Spain, later incorporated into Mexico and ultimately annexed by the United States through conquest, has long been an overlooked chapter in U.S. history. Often misunderstood outside the region and overshadowed by narratives rooted in English colonialism along the eastern seaboard, its story is essential to understanding the nation […]
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If you’ve ever listened to the Moth Radio Hour or heard a friend regale you with a fascinating tale, you already know the power of personal storytelling. It can be transformative to tell a true story from your own life, and it can be transformative for the listener as well. In this five-day workshop for ages […]
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Join us at 2 p.m. on Mondays from June 8-Aug. 10 for Science Rocks!, a popular program for ages 6-12. Each week features interactive experiments and engaging activities designed to spark curiosity and make science fun. There’s no cost to participate, though select sessions require pre-registration. SCHEDULE June 8 – Oobleck & Ice Cream: Playing with States […]
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Americans know a lot about our southern border, or at least we think we do. It divides two fundamentally different countries, we assume — one mestizo, the other overwhelmingly white (at least until recently); one poor, the other, the world’s richest nation; one a weak and fragmented polity, the other the world’s only superpower. This […]
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Gather your crew for Trivia Night on Mondays at 5 p.m. on Walnut Plaza (except May 25). Bring your favorite snacks, challenge friends and put your knowledge to the test with a mix of fun facts and friendly competition. Prizes and bragging rights await the winners!
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Lakeside welcomes Sandra Day O'Connor, brought to life by Women in History Ohio, a Cleveland-based nonprofit dedicated to educating through dramatic portrayals of notable women. O’Connor (1930-2023) grew up on the Lazy B Ranch and considered herself an Arizona cowgirl. Yet she would go on to become the first woman appointed to the United States Supreme Court. After […] |
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Do you enjoy cacti and succulents and appreciate the masterful artwork of Dale Chihuly? You will enjoy both as presented at the Desert Botanic Garden in Phoenix. Bill Hendricks is the former President of Klyn Nurseries and is now an advisor for Petitti Farms. He is a member of many professional horticultural organizations, served as past […]
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If you’ve ever listened to the Moth Radio Hour or heard a friend regale you with a fascinating tale, you already know the power of personal storytelling. It can be transformative to tell a true story from your own life, and it can be transformative for the listener as well. In this five-day workshop for ages […]
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Join us for a special educational series presented by the Mazza Museum at the University of Findlay, home to the world’s largest collection of original artwork by children’s book illustrators. Through picture books and hands-on activities, the museum inspires a love of reading and creativity for all ages. Programs take place at 2 p.m. Tuesdays (June […]
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Come celebrate the joy and surprises that come with welcoming a new pet into the family as award-winning author Mary Knight reads aloud from her picture book, The Cat’s on My Lap! She will be joined by her husband, illustrator Jonathan Scott, as they share how they collaborated to bring the book to life. Most […] |
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This session provides a brief overview of different immigration statuses, including U.S. citizenship, lawful permanent residency, refugee/asylee, various visa categories and temporary statuses and undocumented status. It will cover family, employment and humanitarian-based immigration benefits and protections. As the nation approaches the 250th Anniversary of America, the session will situate contemporary immigration law and policy […]
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If you’ve ever listened to the Moth Radio Hour or heard a friend regale you with a fascinating tale, you already know the power of personal storytelling. It can be transformative to tell a true story from your own life, and it can be transformative for the listener as well. In this five-day workshop for ages […]
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Join us for the Environmental Lecture Series at Orchestra Hall. The June 24 topic is “Dark Skies Matter,” featuring Robin Gill. What do indigo buntings and dung beetles have in common? In this engaging talk, Gill explores how light pollution affects animals that start their day at sunset. She will also discuss its impact on plants, people, and […]
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The Lakeside Heritage Society (LHS) presents a seminar on the Historic Chautauqua Movement and Lakeside. Learn about the founding of the Chautauqua Movement, Lakeside's beginnings and the other Chautauqua communities in the United States.
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Southwest cuisine is renowned for its flavorful and succulent dishes. Chef Curtis Brown celebrates the Chautauqua Lecture Series Southwest Week by exploring the techniques for preparing tender, juicy steak fajitas, emphasizing the importance of knife skills and marinating. Brown is a seasoned culinary professional with 20 years of experience in the restaurant industry, having worked both […] |
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The southwest U.S. suffered over two decades of a "megadrought" this century, with Phoenix exceeding 110°F for 31 straight days in 2023. However, localized thunderstorms kill many each year in flash flooding, and wildfires are in the news annually, with some sending their smoke over the Great Lakes. To complete the seasonal cycle, snowpack issues […]
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Calling all young chefs and creative minds! In this hands-on cooking class with Chef Stacy, kids (ages 7-10) will combine food and art to create colorful creations like Edible Garden Cups, Rainbow Veggie Wraps, Lakeside Daisy Bites and creamy No-Bake Lemon Cheesecake Bars. Classes are offered June 3, June 25, July 10 and Aug. 13. Participants […]
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If you’ve ever listened to the Moth Radio Hour or heard a friend regale you with a fascinating tale, you already know the power of personal storytelling. It can be transformative to tell a true story from your own life, and it can be transformative for the listener as well. In this five-day workshop for ages […]
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Discover practical tips and fresh inspiration for your garden with Get Growing!, an educational gardening series held every other Thursday from June 11-Aug. 13. Each hour-long program features an engaging guest speaker, and many sessions offer hands-on learning. This series is perfect for gardeners of all experience levels. Discover the fascinating world of hydrangeas with horticulture […]
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Electric Vehicle (EV) owners in Lakeside will showcase their personal EVs each week near the Bettinger Park cannons, allowing Lakesiders to explore a variety of models and learn firsthand about the switch from gas-powered vehicles to electric driving. Owners will share their experiences, answer questions and discuss the benefits and realities of EV ownership. Each […]
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Join award-winning children’s author, Mary Knight, in a conversation about the power of words, the role of empathy in reading and writing and the rewards and challenges of the writing life. Knight will read selections from her award-winning novels — Saving Wonder and What the Seahorse Told Me — and will be available to sign books afterward. […]
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What if the news you read helped bridge divides instead of deepening them? Technologist, entrepreneur and activist John Gable brings his thought-provoking perspective to Hoover Auditorium for a timely and engaging keynote presentation. Gable is the co-founder and CEO of AllSides, a platform that uses media bias ratings to deliver balanced news and diverse perspectives across the […] |
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Discover the fascinating world of hydrangeas with horticulture expert Eric Barrett during our Get Growing program at 1:30 p.m. Thursday, June 25 at the Train Station. This informative session explores five different types of hydrangeas that provide beautiful blooms from spring through fall. Learn how to select the right varieties for your landscape, along with the […]
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Travel across the flavors of America — no plane ticket required. In Across America: A Journey in Three Courses, Chef Stacy Maple invites you on a delicious culinary exploration of three iconic regions: the rugged Rocky Mountains, the fertile Great Plains and the vibrant Southwest — created in celebration of America’s Semiquincentennial. Watch as each landscape comes to […]
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Discover facts about the community during the Lakeside Heritage Society's (LHS) Central Walking Tour, led by Lakesider Cindy Knepp. The tour begins at the Heritage Archives. REGISTRATIONPre-registration is required. The tour is free for LHS members and $5 for non-members. Register at the Heritage Archives.
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If you’ve ever listened to the Moth Radio Hour or heard a friend regale you with a fascinating tale, you already know the power of personal storytelling. It can be transformative to tell a true story from your own life, and it can be transformative for the listener as well. In this five-day workshop for ages […]
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The Magruder Hospital & Lakeside Wellness Series welcomes Tonia Copsey for a presentation on the "Powerful Connection Between the Immune System & Gut Health." During this informative program, Copsey will explore how gut health and the immune system work together to influence overall wellness, including skin integrity and wound healing. She will discuss how inflammation, microbiome diversity […]
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On Fridays at 3:30 p.m. in the Fountain Inn Aigler Room, the World Affairs Forum offers an opportunity for thoughtful discussion of international events and ongoing global issues. The dialogue is to promote further learning about world affairs and is not a political forum. Keeping up on current affairs is suggested, and attendees are encouraged to […]
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If you’ve ever listened to the Moth Radio Hour or heard a friend regale you with a fascinating tale, you already know the power of personal storytelling. It can be transformative to tell a true story from your own life, and it can be transformative for the listener as well. In this five-day workshop for ages […] |
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Once land belonging to the Narragansett and Wampanoag peoples, the city of Providence, Rhode Island, was founded in 1636 by Roger Williams — a Puritan theologian outcast from the Massachusetts Bay Colony. Providence would become known for its religious toleration and independent spirit. After the American Revolution, the city grew from an agricultural and fishing-based […]
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Join us at 2 p.m. on Mondays from June 8-Aug. 10 for Science Rocks!, a popular program for ages 6-12. Each week features interactive experiments and engaging activities designed to spark curiosity and make science fun. There’s no cost to participate, though select sessions require pre-registration. SCHEDULE June 8 – Oobleck & Ice Cream: Playing with States […]
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Gather your crew for Trivia Night on Mondays at 5 p.m. on Walnut Plaza (except May 25). Bring your favorite snacks, challenge friends and put your knowledge to the test with a mix of fun facts and friendly competition. Prizes and bragging rights await the winners!
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John Adams recruited Thomas Jefferson to write the Declaration, edited his words, and then worked tirelessly to secure its ratification by all 13 colonies. Adams recruited George Washington to lead the military, the fledgling government, then he negotiated the Paris Peace Accords so England would recognize us as an independent nation. First Vice-President, Second President, […] |
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Most fourth graders have probably asked, in exasperation at some point, “Why do I have to go to school?” A short and even more exasperating answer might be, “because of New England.” Or more precisely, because of the Puritans and their Yankee descendants. Colonial New England not only enjoyed some of the highest literacy rates […]
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Join us for a special educational series presented by the Mazza Museum at the University of Findlay, home to the world’s largest collection of original artwork by children’s book illustrators. Through picture books and hands-on activities, the museum inspires a love of reading and creativity for all ages. Programs take place at 2 p.m. Tuesdays (June […]
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The famous words, “all men are created equal” were penned by a Virginian, but New England demonstrated more forms of equality in 1776. Although the American embrace of equality has come from many sources, New England has contributed in particular ways. New England patterns of land ownership, exemplified by the family farm, helped promote more […] |
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Currier and Ives produced some of the most famous and memorable images of 19th-century America. Their lithographs were the among the first “cheap” pictures available to the burgeoning middle class in the United States, and Currier and Ives sold millions of prints during its 72-year existence. How accurate a reflection were these images of the […]
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Join us for the Environmental Lecture Series at Orchestra Hall. The July 1 topic is "Closing the Carbon Budget," featuring Gil Bohrer. Wetlands are among the most productive and biodiverse ecosystems in the world. They are also small and under continuous pressure from development and drainage. Through nutrient uptake by wetland vegetation and accretion in wetland […]
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During the Chautauqua Lecture Series New England Week, Chef Curtis Brown will feature clam chowder, a dish made with potatoes, creamy broth and clams. Making New England clam chowder teaches to balance flavors (briny clams, smoky bacon, savory cream), manage textures by controlling starch from potatoes and create a creamy base using a roux. Participants will also […]
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To honor America’s 250th anniversary, Lakeside will show Ken Burns’ documentary, “The American Revolution.” The six-episode documentary examines how America’s founding turned the world upside-down. This series is supported by Richard and Cheri Hahn. Thirteen British colonies on the Atlantic Coast rose in rebellion, won their independence, and established a new form of government that […] |
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For much if it’s existence, the ideal of America was a democratic society based on the ownership of land by small farmers. One of the important obstacles to that ideal was the feudal tenant system that existed in most of New York’s Hudson River Valley. A product of Dutch settlement that was reinforced and expanded […]
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Discover practical tips and fresh inspiration for your garden with Get Growing!, an educational gardening series held every other Thursday from June 11-Aug. 13. Each hour-long program features an engaging guest speaker, and many sessions offer hands-on learning. This series is perfect for gardeners of all experience levels. In this session, learn how to protect your […]
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1Electric Vehicle (EV) owners in Lakeside will showcase their personal EVs each week near the Bettinger Park cannons, allowing Lakesiders to explore a variety of models and learn firsthand about the switch from gas-powered vehicles to electric driving. Owners will share their experiences, answer questions and discuss the benefits and realities of EV ownership. Each […] |
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Benedict Arnold is a well-known villain in American history. He was a traitor of the highest order who not only betrayed the trust of George Washington by conspiring to turn the important American forts at West Point over to the British, he also attempted have Washington captured by the British. Despicable though he was, up […]
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On Fridays at 3:30 p.m. in the Fountain Inn Aigler Room, the World Affairs Forum offers an opportunity for thoughtful discussion of international events and ongoing global issues. The dialogue is to promote further learning about world affairs and is not a political forum. Keeping up on current affairs is suggested, and attendees are encouraged to […] |
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