Lakeside Chautauqua
July 14-20, 2018

"State of Lakeside" Address
Lakeside Chautauqua President/CEO Kevin Sibbring will reflect on the financial picture and vision of Lakeside's future during his "State of Lakeside" Address at 6:15 p.m. Thursday, July 19 in Orchestra Hall.

This presentation provides an explanation of Lakeside's revenue and expense model, as well as a glimpse of last year's financial picture.

Sibbring will also talk about Lakeside as a non-profit charitable organization. In detail, he'll review the annual distribution and how the Endowment for Life Initiative will support the need to grow the endowment by Lakeside's 150th anniversary in 2023.
Plein Air Art Festival
The Plein Air Art Festival will begin on Friday, July 20 when more than 30 plein air artists across the Midwest will arrive to paint outdoor landscapes until Sunday, July 22.

The term "en plein air" means painting "in the open air." Plein air artists will be painting scenes across the grounds, and Lakesiders are invited to watch them paint throughout the weekend.

This three-day event ends on Sunday, July 22 with a collaborative effort blending the artistic expression of the Plein Air Art Festival and the craftsmanship of the Lakeside Wooden Boat Society at the Lakeside Wooden Boat Show
Lakeside Featured on Cleveland Fox 8 "New Day"
If you were on the Lakeside grounds June 14 or 19, you might have noticed some camera crews around the business district, down by the waterfront or at several other popular Lakeside locations.
Those camera crews, hosts and producers were from Cleveland Fox 8 and were gathering footage and interviews to use for a special "New Day" segment about Lakeside Chautauqua.

"New Day" hosts Natalie Herbick and David Moss travel in search of the best vacation areas for Cleveland-area residents. The segments are an hour-long and highlight the best places for dining, shopping, entertainment and lodging in a given area. Watch the video.
Photo Contest
Lakesiders of all ages are invited to submit photos to be featured in the 2019 Calendar of Events brochure, as well as on Lakeside's social media pages, website, The Front Porch blog, Lakesider newspaper, advertisements, etc.

Images should represent people enjoying Lakeside through photos of families, traditions, children, religion, education, cultural arts (special events and programming), recreation, landscape or architecture.

The deadline for submission is Friday, Oct. 5. The limit is five photos per photographer. View the full contest rules.
Religious Life
Preacher of the Week: The Rev. Dr. Susan Henry-Crowe
Supported by the Knobel Family Endowment

The Rev. Dr. Susan Henry-Crowe will serve as Lakeside's Preacher of the Week from July 15-19. This week is supported by the Knobel Family Endowment.

She'll preach at the 10:30 a.m. Hoover Community Worship Service on Sunday, July 15 in Hoover Auditorium.

Additional Religious Life programs can be viewed here or in the Lakesider newspaper. 
Chautauqua Lecture Series
Japanese Society in the 21st Century
Anne E. Imamura, PhD, Georgetown University Adjunct Professor and retired Director, Area Studies Division of the Foreign Service Institute, examines aspects of Japanese society, including values, the family system, gender roles, minorities and societal challenges.

African American Poetry & Spirituals

A focus on the tradition of African American poetry and spirituals will be explored by experts including Herbert Martin, PhD, poet and Professor Emeritus of English at the University of Dayton.

View Chautauqua Lecture Series descriptions here. Additional Community Education programs and special workshops can be viewed here.
Arts & Entertainment
All performances start at 8:15 p.m. in Hoover Auditorium, unless otherwise noted.

Saturday, July 14
The Miracles
After 40 years in business and armed with some of the greatest songs ever written, The Miracles are still attracting fans around the world. Of the many famous groups of that era, The Miracles were the very first group to sign to Motown Records. With hits like "Shop Around," "I Second that Emotion," "The Tears of a Clown," "Love Machine" and "You've Really Got a Hold on Me," the group was able to grow the popularity of the Motown sound.

Sunday, July 15
2:30 & 4:30 p.m. Hotel Lakeside Lawn
Animal Magic - Live Animal Show
Entering its 38th year, Mark Rosenthal's Animal Magic is a non-profit organization dedicated to exotic wildlife conservation and life science education. Animal Magic will be presenting a live animal show at 2:30 p.m. and again at 4:30 p.m. on the Hotel Lakeside lawn. With each performance, Animal Magic seeks to share knowledge, respect and appreciation for the many animals that share our planet.
 
Sunday, July 15
6 p.m. Steele Memorial Bandstand/Gazebo
Family Night in the Park: Chip Richter
Lakeside's own Chip Richter takes the stage for a fun family concert. His family concerts feature something for everyone, offering fun, high-energy music with a positive message that connects with children and adults alike. His songs are designed to be interactive and appropriate for all ages, creating moments for families to take home as memories.  
 
Monday, July 16
JinJoo Cho & ENCORE Chamber Music
Jinjoo Cho, a critically-acclaimed violinist and soloist with symphonies around the world, has established herself as one of the most vibrant and charismatic violinists of her generation. Lakesiders may recognize Cho from her exceptional performances with the Lakeside Symphony Orchestra. She is a gold medalist of the 2014 Ninth Quadrennial International Violin Competition of Indianapolis, the first prize and orchestra award-winner of the first Buenos Aires International Violin Competition in 2010, and first grand prize at the Alice Schoenfeld International String Competition.

Tuesday, July 17
Hoover Silent Movie Night with Organist Clark Wilson:  
"Girl Shy"
For this week's Hoover Silent Movie Night, Clark Wilson, a silent film organist, will return to accompany the movie "Girl Shy." Wilson, one of the most recognized scorers of silent photoplays in America, works exclusively with the organ in developing accurate and historic musical accompaniments as they were performed in major pictures during the heyday of silent film. 
 
Wednesday, July 18    
7:30 p.m. 
Family Entertainment Series: Chicago Dance Crash
"Hip-Hop Game Show"
Founded in 2002, Chicago Dance Crash has emerged as the premier fusion-style,
hip-hop and contemporary dance company in the Midwest. Emphasizing a unique mission of both athleticism and accessibility, the Crash's aesthetic is most notably recognized by its combination of concert and hip-hop techniques.  

Thursday, July 19
The Four Freshmen
From the moment they take the stage, The Four Freshmen, America's most enduring vocal group, will keep your heart pounding and your feet moving. With pure energy and great songs of the past and present, the group delivers a world of music that will take listeners back to the bygone era of their youth, while introducing others to their brand of vocal harmony entertainment.

Friday, July 20

Laura Story 
Laura Story has made her mark in the world, not just by writing compelling and emotionally rich songs of worship, but by also sharing her vulnerabilities, exposing her soul and risking career success to share her message that God is not necessarily a God of happy endings. Instead, she wants to share that God is the God of every story. "The truth is, I don't necessarily understand the story God is writing in my life," she said. "But, that doesn't mean that God is any less faithful."
Recreation

The Youth Triathlon (ages 9-16) will be held at 8 a.m. Thursday, July 19, beginning at the Dock. Registration is now $30 per individual. Race day registrants must arrive at the dock before 7:30 a.m. Read more...

Team & Individual Triathlons
The Team & Individual Triathlons (age 17 & older) will be held at 8 a.m. Friday, July 20, beginning at the Dock. If participating in the Team Triathlon, one member of each team will swim, another will bike the Marblehead Peninsula and a third member will run throughout Lakeside. Registration is now $30 per individual. Race day registrants must arrive at the dock before 7:30 a.m. Read more...
In this Issue
Wellness Schedule

Upcoming Events
Lakeside Property Owners Association Meeting
Saturday, July 14
10-11 a.m. Orchestra Hall
For more information about meeting dates and membership, visit the Lakeside Property Owners Association page.

Saturday Afternoon Concert: John Davenport
Saturday, July 14
2-4 p.m. Pavilion West Deck
To provide more entertainment in the value of your Chautauqua Pass, Lakeside has planned a series of Saturday Afternoon Concerts throughout the summer.

Art in the Park
Sunday, July 15
1-2:30 p.m. Central Park
The Rhein Center presents an afternoon activity for Lakesiders. Participation is $1-2 per project, and the activity changes weekly.

Wooden Boat Rides & Sunset Cruises
Monday, July 16 &
Thursday, July 19
6 p.m. & 8 p.m.
Information Center/Dock
These 30-minute rides begin at
6 p.m. with the last ride departing at 7:30 p.m. The cost is $20 for adults and $6 for children (ages 4-12). Hour-long sunset cruises aboard Amazing Grace start at 8 p.m. The cost is $32 for adults and $10 for children (ages 4-12).

Farmers' Market
Tuesday, July 17 &
Friday, July 20
9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Walnut Avenue & Third Street
Farmers' Market vendors will sell fresh produce, honey, herbs and homemade baked goods.

Wednesday, July 18
5:30 p.m. Perry Park
Feast on hot dogs, baked beans, macaroni salad, chips, watermelon, cookies and lemonade. Bring your own reusable pates and utensils and a blanket or lawn chair, as picnic tables are limited. There is no charge, but a $4 donation is suggested to offset the cost. In the event of rain, the picnic will be cancelled.

Wednesday, July 18
6 p.m. Third Street in front of Hoover Auditorium
This event allows children to explore the fire trucks as a time for community building. Volunteers will also be selling tickets for the annual Danbury Township Volunteer Fire Department Spaghetti Dinner, which is scheduled for 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday, Sept. 3 at Wesley Lodge.  
Announcements
Sign up for Rhein Center Classes
Online registration with credit card payment opens at 8 a.m. each Thursday for the following week's classes. This year, the Rhein Center will also be offering Saturday classes.   
Kids Needed to Deliver Lakesider Newspaper
At 9 a.m. Fridays, kids ages 10-15 are invited to the Legacy House, 217 Walnut Ave., to deliver Lakesider newspapers.

On Saturdays, 12 children ages 6-10 are needed to hand out the Lakesider on the Hoover porch from 7:30-8 p.m. Report to the porch at 7:15 p.m.

Volunteers will receive their choice of a free Coffee & Cream soft-serve ice cream coupon or miniature golf coupon.

Rules & Regulations
Lakeside values the safety and health & wellness of our guests and residents. View the Rules & Regulations.
Trash & Recycling Services
Curbside recycling and trash service is offered at 7:30 a.m. Tuesday and Friday until Aug. 31.

Important Gate Announcements
Read about updates to the 2018 summer gate hours here.
Walk or Bike to the Pool
To lessen congestion at the Grindley Aquatic & Wellness Campus, we encourage you to walk or bike instead of drive a car or golf cart.

Keeping Lakeside Safe
As an increased measure of safety, the Danbury Police Dept. will have a noticed presence in Hoover and around Lakeside this summer. Keeping Lakeside safe is our priority, and we're thankful to have their support.
Book Your Hotel Stay
Looking for a place to stay this summer? Book a room at the Fountain Inn or Hotel Lakeside. Lakefront rooms at Hotel Lakeside starting at $135.
Cottage Rentals
There are two cottage rental companies in Lakeside that offer weekly rentals. Availability, amenities and costs can all be found online. For questions, call either Lakeside Chautauqua Realty or Street Sotheby's International Realty.
The Front Porch Blog
Follow The Front Porch blog for web-exclusive content.
Orchestra Hall
Movie Tickets:
$7/adult,
$3/youth (under 12)

Show Times:
3:30 p.m. & 8 p.m., unless otherwise noted. 

Review the upcoming movie schedule.