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Annual Town Meeting Is June 25

Asphalt Cinema Returns with a Twist

AMP 150 Offers Festive Fundraiser

Annual Golf Outing Benefits the YMCA

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June 13, 2014 
37th Annual Town Meeting Set for Wednesday Evening, June 25

Spend an evening at our 37th Annual Town Meeting on Wednesday, June 25, at River's Edge. It's free of charge, and you may even win a prize! Sign-in starts at 6:30 p.m. for the 7 p.m. program at River's Edge, 3430 Rocky River Drive. Enter the parking lot one driveway north of St. Joseph Academy.  

 

Learn about a Visioning Study taking place around the possibility of a merger with neighboring Bellaire-Puritas Development Corporation. KCDC Board President George Pofok will speak about the process and how people in the community may participate in the study.


Other speakers include Ward 17 Councilman Marty Keane and KCDC Executive Director Steve Lorenz. Both will provide updates on current neighborhood projects. Display tables from local non-profit agencies, an exciting spontaneous raffle from local merchants, awards, and refreshments make this a fun event, celebrating life in West Park.

Asphalt Cinema Returns with a Twist!  
 
Fresh new activities take place as the sun goes down for our free movie under the stars on the third Fridays of June, July, and August. Starting Friday, June 20, local merchants and non profit organizations provide games with prizes at 6:30 p.m. 
 
Then, at 7:30 p.m. learn new dance steps, keep the beat with a rhythmic instrument, sing songs, paint self-portraits or characters from the film -- and more! Monsters University starts at dusk. Concessions by Four Corners Baseball stay open throughout the evening. The event is sponsored by Fairview Hospital
 
Join the fun at Impett Park, 3207 West 153rd Street. For coming movie attractions, please visit our Community Events page here.  

Local Cuisine, Spirits, Music, and Art Set to Help Children

Join in making a difference with Children's Miracle Network Hospitals by taking part in AMP Fest at AMP 150, the popular "farm to table" restaurant in the Cleveland Marriott Hotel, 4277 West 150th Street. Beginning at 5 p.m. on Friday, June 27, spend the evening sipping local beers, enjoying a gourmet barbecue, admiring the work of local artist Hector Vega, and listening to live music by The Westies. See details in the flyer
 
A special hotel room rate is also available for AMP Fest guests staying the night.

Admission to the event is $40, and proceeds benefit Children's Miracle Network at Rainbow Babies & Children's Hospital. Tickets are available online here.

Sign Up Now for Annual Golf Outing to Benefit the West Park YMCA

The West Park Family Branch of the YMCA invites golfers to join the fun at their annual golf outing at Hickory Nut Golf Course in Columbia Station on Friday, June 27. Shotgun 
start is at 8:30 a.m. Included with registration are:
  • 18 Holes of Golf with Cart
  • Lunch and Dinner
  • Beverages
  • Contests with Prizes 
With help from events like this one, the Y continues to serve West Park's 2,700 members -- with no child being turned away for lack of funds. Join the cause and support the West Park YMCA scholarship program. The registration form includes all the details. Click here
In Other News...
 
This Sunday's Kamm's Corners Farmers Market offers a free perennial exchange, fresh produce, live music, a chef demo, and more. Click here for details.
 
Support the Kamm's Corners Farmers Market by dining at Red Lantern Kitchen & Bar on Monday evening from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Skip making dinner that night for a good cause! Click here for the flyer, which must be presented to your server.
 
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Vital Neighborhoods Working Group invites you to attend a West Mini-Summit on Saturday, June 21, at Sagrada Familia Catholic Church, 7719 Detroit Avenue, 8:45 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Lunch, raffle prizes, and childcare are provided. Learn more and register here
 
Neighborhood Housing Services of Greater Cleveland is offering up to $7,500 in home repair grants to eligible residents. Due to high demand, it is anticipated these grants will be available only through July 1. If you are interested in applying, act fast. Read the details here.  
 
The West Park Kiwanis Club's Independence Day Parade steps off at 9:30 a.m. on Friday, July 4. Registration is $35 before June 19, and $50 after, so apply early! Make checks payable to the West Park Kiwanis Club. Download the application here

On June 9, Phase II work began on the Triskett and Warren Roads Reconstruction Project. Get details straight from City Hall here.   
  
Looking for activities for the youngsters in your family? Check out what's available nearby at Bellaire-Puritas Development Corporation's Youth Activities page here

St. Joseph Academy offers summer camp for girls, with themes that focus on sports, academia, and performing arts. Click here to learn more and to find online registration information. 

Free tennis lessons are being offered around town, but the closest is at the Gunning Park Recreation Center, 16700 Puritas Avenue. Morning and afternoon sessions are being offered. Sign up online here.  

Damascino Market & Restaurant opened in the former Jasmine Bakery location at 16700 Lorain Avenue. Seating has been added along with fresh, new menu items. See a review on Yelp with photos here

Somalian Food Market opened at 15732 Lorain Avenue, across from Seven Seas Seafood, Inc. It specializes in Halaal prepared meats. 

The friends of Jefferson Park are offering a series of free events in the park from June through September. These include yoga, music, basketball, and more. Details are in the flyer here.
 
Save the Date! The 32nd Annual Cleveland Irish Cultural Festival takes place July 18 through 22. It's a fun weekend at the Berea Fairgrounds. See all the details here
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