This family-friendly event includes the haunted walking trail, pumpkin lagoon, train rides, food booths, games, and more! Pre-registration is required! | Pgs. 6 & 7
VERMILION RIVER FEST
Bring the whole family to this BRAND NEW event for food trucks, live music, kids games, nature activities, wagon rides, a rock climbing wall, and more! | Pg. 8
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2024 BOARD OF PARK COMMISSIONERS:
Sherrill M. “Cookie” McLoda • Chairman
Joseph E. Hribar • Vice Chairman
Kenneth M. Lieux • Commissioner
James Walther • Probate Court Judge
• Amherst Beaver Creek Reservation 913 North Lake St., Amherst, Ohio 44001
As the summer comes to an end, some of our park facilities and offerings will close for the season. Don’t miss your chance to take advantage of all LCMP has to offer.
SEASONAL CLOSURES (final day listed)
• LAKEVIEW PARK: Beach swimming – Fri., Aug. 9
• SPLASH ZONE: Outdoor pool – Sat., Aug. 17
• MILLER NATURE PRESERVE: Orchid Café – Fri., Aug. 30
• WELLINGTON RESERVATION: Livery – Sat., Aug. 31
• COLUMBIA RESERVATION: Sundaes in the Park – Sat., Aug. 31
• MILLER NATURE PRESERVE: Butterfly House – Sun., Sept. 1
*Additional dates added in Sept., weather permitting.
• LAKEVIEW PARK: Sunset Café – Thur., Sept. 26 (Only open Mon.-Thurs. in Sept.)
HOLIDAY CLOSURES
To celebrate the Labor Day holiday, park buildings and visitor centers will be closed Monday, Sept. 2. However, park trails will be open 8:00 a.m.-sunset. Amherst HealthPlex and Splash Zone will also be open for regular hours.
The Community Foundation of Lorain County is yet again hosting Connect to a Cause. This event is a 12-hour fundraising competition that enables community members to donate directly to the local charities of their choice. Organizations like the Lorain County Metro Parks benefit not just from generous donations but also receive a portion of funding match from the Community Foundation. In 2023, the Lorain County Metro Parks received over $5,000 through this campaign.
Connect to a Cause 2024 takes place on Thursday, September 19. Funds raised will benefit Miller Nature Preserve's Butterfly House. Donations will be accepted via credit/debit card at: peoplewhocare.org/c2c2023. To donate by check, please endorse to Community Foundation. Checks must be postmarked or delivered to the Foundation office (9080 Leavitt Road, Elyria, OH 44035) by 8:00 p.m. on September 19.
Questions may be directed to our Administration Office at (440) 458-5121 or pr@loraincountymetroparks.com. We truly appreciate your consideration and continued support of the Lorain County Metro Parks.
CONNECT TO A CAUSE
Thursday, September 19 | 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.
www.peoplewhocare.org/c2c2023
Honor Roll
Nicole (Finnerty) Beko
The Breehl Family Community of Faith UCC
Elsie Davies Estate
Firelands Fly Fishers
Kathleen Fruner
Karen Lanigan
Lorain County Spinners and Weavers Gld.
Carol Martinsen
Linda Mitchell
Red Hat Mamas
Rocky River Public Library
Dan & Diana Stacho
Dale Wolfe
Marita Rink
The Honor Roll is our way of publicly thanking individuals, families, organizations, & corporations for their donations to the Lorain County Metro Parks be it through volunteer services, monetary gifts, or other. If you would like information about making a donation, please contact the Public Information Office at (440) 458-5121.
In memory of Bernice Gorenshek by:
Patrick and Patricia Kershaw
Bob and Julie Young
Dan and Gale Wenger
Helen Hribar
Jim and Jane Balogh
Kelly and Jim Cataldo
Ken and Laura Niemiec
Steve and Joyce Davis
The Ogan Family
Dave and Sheila Spontik
Jerry and Teresa Winiasz
Joanne Kneisel
Joe & Cheryl Hribar and Barb Gorenshek
John and Susan Damasiewicz
Kathy Szarek
Ken and Shelley Moore
Larry and Kathi Meluch
Lynette Thomson
Pat Kruszewski
Rich and Kathy Kubasak
Tom and Annette Bruno
Dennis and Diane Taylor
Lorain County UAW
In memory of Brendon L. Shadle by:
Mel Ellison
In memory of Dale Hof by:
Beth DiVencenzo
Elaine Klesel
Ernie and Theresa Handy
Ken and Linda Tuckosh
Lloyd and Judith Miller
Martha and Gary Twining
Dylan Sanzenbacher and Angela Knick
In memory of Dave C. Simo by:
Marci Field
In memory of Gloria Thomas by:
Emily Thomas
In memory of Ivy Dixon by:
Andrew Dixon
In memory of James Denham by:
Mike and Betsy Lauer
In memory of Jim Yagielo by:
Terry and Pam Mazzone
Tom Mazzone
Marilyn Yagielo
Diane Rafferty
In memory of Josephine Layton by: American Legion Auxiliary Post 397
In memory of Nancy Gorenshek by:
Joe & Cheryl Hribar
In memory of Roy Hartman by:
Susan M. Frantz
In memory of Trevor "Microsoft" Laher by:
Kimberley Jorgensen
Adopt-A-Raptor
Byron and Susan Case
Heidi Demuro
Ken Miller Family
Lorain County Spinners and Weavers Gld.
Heidi Demuro
Dorothy MacIntyre
Susan M. Frantz
Take a Hike!
LORAIN
COUNTY METRO PARKS’ GUIDED HIKES
WALK AND TALK
Thur., Sept. 5 | 11 am-12 pm
Columbia Reservation (Columbia Station)
THINGS WITH WINGS
Thur., Sept. 5 | 1-3 pm
Sandy Ridge Reservation (North Ridgeville)
EXPLORING DORLON
Thur., Sept. 5 | 2:30-3:30 pm
Dorlon Reservation (Columbia Station)
WALK AND TALK
Tue., Sept. 10 | 11 am-12 pm
Cascade Park (Elyria)
ABC HIKE
Tue., Sept. 10 | 2:30-3:30 pm
Cascade Park (Elyria)
CHARLEMONT PAWPAW HIKE
Thur., Sept. 12 | 9-11 am
Charlemont Reservation (New London)
THINGS WITH WINGS
Thur., Sept. 12 | 1-3 pm
Sandy Ridge Reservation (North Ridgeville)
PACK WALK
Sat., Sept. 14 | 9-10 am
Wellington Reservation
FAMILY NATURE WALK
Sat., Sept. 14 | 10-11:30 am
French Creek Reservation, Nature Center
FALL DRAGONFLY HIKE
Sat., Sept. 14 | 1:30-3 pm
Carlisle Reservation, Visitor Center (LaGrange)
WALK AND TALK
Sun., Sept. 15 | 9-10 am
French Creek Reservation, Nature Center
WALK AND TALK
Tue., Sept. 17 | 9-10 am
Cascade Park (Elyria)
MEADOW MARVELS HIKE
Tue., Sept. 17 | 10-11:15 am
Vermilion River Reservation, Bacon Woods
END OF SUMMER HIKE
Tue., Sept. 17 | 11 am-12 pm
Cascade Park (Elyria)
THINGS WITH WINGS
Tue., Sept. 17 | 1-3 pm
ICON
Sandy Ridge Reservation (North Ridgeville)
WATERFALL HIKE
Tue., Sept. 17 | 2-3 pm
Cascade Park (Elyria)
FULL MOON HIKE
Tue., Sept. 17 | 7:30-8:30 pm
Wellington Reservation
SCHOEPFLE GARDEN TOUR
Wed., Sept. 18 | 10-11 am
Schoepfle Garden (Birmingham)
WALK AND TALK
Thur., Sept. 19 | 9-10 am
Columbia Reservation (Columbia Station)
END OF SUMMER HIKE
Thur., Sept. 19 | 12:30-1:30 pm
Columbia Reservation (Columbia Station)
NOW WHAT? JUMPING WORMS?!
Sat., Sept. 21 | 11 am-12 pm
Cascade Park, Elywood (Elyria)
FIRST DAY OF FALL HIKE
Sun., Sept. 22 | 10-11:30 am
French Creek Reservation, Nature Center
THINGS WITH WINGS
Tue., Sept. 24 | 1-3 pm
Sandy Ridge Reservation (North Ridgeville)
HERO HIKE
Thur., Sept. 26 | 10-11:30 am
Cascade Park (Elyria)
CALEY SNAKE HIKE
Sat., Sept. 28 | 9-10:30 am
Caley Reservation (Wellington)
MUSHROOMS OF CASSELL
Sat., Sept. 28 | 10-11:15 am
Cassell Reservation (Vermilion)
FAMILY NATURE WALK
Sat., Sept. 28 | 10-11:30 am
French Creek Reservation, Nature Center
LEAF SCAVENGER HUNT
Sat., Sept. 28 | 1-3 pm
Schoepfle Garden (Birmingham)
MUSHROOMS OF BACON WOODS
Sat., Sept. 28 | 2-3 pm
Vermilion River Reservation, Bacon Woods
FALL COLORS HIKE
Sun., Sept. 29 | 1-2 pm
Carlisle Reservation, Visitor Center (LaGrange)
FAMILY NATURE WALK
Sat., Oct. 5 | 10-11:30 am
French Creek Reservation, Nature Center
FALL HAIKU HIKE
Sat., Oct. 5 | 2:30-4 pm
Indian Hollow Reservation, Sheldon Woods (Grafton)
WALK AND TALK
Mon., Oct. 7 | 10-11 am
French Creek Reservation, Nature Center
SOUNDS OF FALL HIKE
Wed., Oct. 9 | 10-11 am
French Creek Reservation, Nature Center
OWL PROWL
Wed., Oct. 9 | 6-7 pm
Wellington Reservation
LEAF SCAVENGER HUNT
Sat., Oct. 12 | 1-3 pm
Schoepfle Garden (Birmingham)
WALK AND TALK
Tue., Oct. 15 | 9-10 am
Cascade Park (Elyria)
WATERFALL HIKE
Tue., Oct. 15 | 10:30-11:30 am
Cascade Park (Elyria)
TREE EXPLORATION HIKE
Tue., Oct. 15 | 2:30-3:30 pm
Cascade Park (Elyria)
SCHOEPFLE GARDEN TOUR
Wed., Oct. 16 | 10-11 am
Schoepfle Garden (Birmingham)
FALL COLORS HIKE
Wed., Oct. 16 | 3-4 pm
Vermilion River Reservation, Bacon Woods
SOUNDS OF FALL HIKE
Thur., Oct. 17 | 9-10 am
Columbia Reservation (Columbia Station)
HERO HIKE
Thur., Oct. 17 | 10 am-12 pm
Black River Reservation, Bur Oak (Elyria)
WALK AND TALK
Thur., Oct. 17 | 10:30-11:30 am
Columbia Reservation (Columbia Station)
TREE EXPLORATION HIKE
Thur., Oct. 17 | 3-4 pm
Columbia Reservation (Columbia Station)
FULL MOON HIKE
Thur., Oct. 17 | 6:30-8 pm
Wellington Reservation
LAST CHANCE GUIDED HIKE
Fri., Oct. 18 | 1-3 pm
Charlemont Reservation (New London)
WALK AND TALK
Mon., Oct. 21 | 10-11 am
French Creek Reservation, Nature Center
SOUNDS OF FALL HIKE
Tue., Oct. 22 | 9-10 am
Cascade Park (Elyria)
CASSELL RESERVATION HIKE
Tue., Oct. 22 | 10-11:30 am
Cassell Reservation (Vermilion)
WALK AND TALK
Tue., Oct. 22 | 10:30-11:30 am
Cascade Park (Elyria)
WATERFALL HIKE
Tue., Oct. 22 | 3-4 pm
Cascade Park (Elyria)
BIRDING
HIKE
Thur., Oct. 24 | 9-10 am
Columbia Reservation (Columbia Station)
WALK AND TALK
Thur., Oct. 24 | 10:30-11:30 am
Columbia Reservation (Columbia Station)
ADVENTURE HIKE
Thur., Oct. 24 | 2:30-4 pm
Dorlon Reservation (Columbia Station)
HOWL-O-WEEN PET PARADE
Wed., Oct. 30 | 5-6 pm
Wellington Reservation
Tram Rides
FREE! (No registration required)
APPROX. 15 - 30 MINUTES THROUGH SEPTEMBER
BLACK RIVER RESERVATION
Every Wed.; Through Sept. | 10 am - 12 pm
Departs from Day's Dam shelter.
CASCADE PARK
Every Tue.; Through Sept. | 10 am - 12 pm Departs from Cascade Park Nature Center.
KOPF FAMILY RESERVATION
1st & 3rd Mon. of the month (no rides on Labor Day) 5:30 - 7 pm
Departs from Avon Lake Public Library.
SANDY RIDGE RESERVATION
Every Sat. & Sun.*; Through Sept. | 1 - 4 pm
*No tram rides on Sept. 28 & 29
Departs from shelter beside Johnson Wetland Center.
SCHOEPFLE GARDEN Through Sept.
Every Sun. | 1 - 4 pm
Every Thur. | 10 am - 1 pm
Departs from out front of visitor center.
WELLINGTON RESERVATION
Every Sun.; Through Sept. | 2 - 4 pm
Departs from out front of visitor center.
Reservation Road, L a Grange
Admission: person
Everyone’s fall favorite, Halloween Fair, is back! This family-friendly spooktacular event includes the haunted walking trail, with the pumpkin lagoon, train rides, food booths, games, and more! Tickets are limited and available by pre-sale only. Tickets are only $5 per person, with children three and under FREE! Tickets go on sale September 24 and are available through our website loraincountymetroparks.com/halloween, by calling (440) 458-5121, or can be purchased in person at the Carlisle Visitor Center, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. daily.
HAUNTED TRAIL
The non-spooky family-friendly version of the trail will be open from 4:30-6:30 p.m. Kids of all ages can enjoy Halloween stations before the spookier attractions and costumed actors begin. The trail will turn spooky at 7:00 p.m., with plenty of spooks and startles to entertain everyone in the family. The trail will be closed from 6:30-7:00 p.m.
LITTLE GREEN CHOO/Pumpkin Express TRAM RIDES
The Little Green Choo and tram rides will continuously run from 4:30-9:30 p.m. around the non-spooky family-friendly Children’s Nature Discovery Trail. The entry line will close at 9:00 p.m.
FOOD, GAMES, FUN & ENTERTAINMENT
Boo!
Sept. 24 at 8 am loraincountymetroparks.com/Halloween calling 440-458-5121
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A variety of food vendors will be available, as well as low-cost children’s carnival games sponsored by our volunteer organization, Friends of the Metro Parks. Enjoy face painters, balloon artists, and dance party music until 9:30 p.m.
Parking, grounds, & Updates
The Carlisle Visitor Center, Short Loop trail, and Children’s Nature Discovery trail close at 12:00 p.m. on event days. Parking and admission open at 4:00 p.m. but vendors, activities, and the trail do not open until 4:30 p.m. Parking will only be available at the Carlisle Visitor Center; carpooling is encouraged. Entry gates close at 9:00 p.m., and the ticket booth closes at 9:15 p.m. As always, these outdoor programs are weather dependent. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter for day-of closures and information. For more information, visit loraincountymetroparks.com/halloween.
ALL-ABILITies Night
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 10 | 6:00-9:00 pm
Enjoy Halloween Fair with lights and sounds limited to reduce stimulus. Trams will be available on the haunted trail on a first-come, first-served basis for mobility needs. All-Abilities Night packs in all of the same event fun, including the family-friendly haunted trail, Little Green Choo rides, food trucks, and games.
The number of tickets sold will be reduced to allow for shorter, more accommodating wait times. Both the train and tram can accommodate wheelchairs. Service animals are welcome. All-Abilities Night is just one more way the Lorain County Metro Parks strives to make our parks and events accessible to and inclusive of ALL Lorain County residents.
Yours to Explore River Vermilion Fest 20 24
VERMILION RIVER FEST
Sat., Sept. 21 | 3:00-8:00 pm
Vermilion River Reservation, Bacon Woods Free! | No registration required Bring the whole family to enjoy a day along the Vermilion River with food trucks, live music, kids games, nature activities, wagon rides, a rock climbing wall, and more!
Event takes place on the Bacon Woods side of Vermilion River Reservation. Overflow parking available on the Mill Hollow side.
ASTRONOMY PROGRAMMING
These walk-in programs are free, open to the public, and weatherdependent. If there is precipitation or clouds, a cancelation notice will be posted on blackriverastro.org.
NIGHT SKY STAR PARTY
Carlisle Reservation, Equestrian Center
Join us to see the beauty of the night sky through our powerful telescopes while our members explain what you are seeing and answer questions.
Fri., Sept. 27 | 10 pm
Fri., Oct. 4 | 10 pm
SOLAR VIEWING
Sandy Ridge Reservation
Join the Black River
Astronomical Society to safely look at the sun!
Sun., Sept. 15 | 1-3 pm Sun., Oct. 20 | 1-3 pm
FALL YOUTH BASKETBALL LEAGUE
Every Saturday from Sept. 14-Oct. 19 | 9:30 am-2:30 pm Splash Zone (Oberlin)
$120/child | Registration by Sept. 14 required Elevation Training Center has teamed up with Splash Zone for a fall basketball league for children in 3rd-12th grade! All games will be held at Splash Zone, and registration is required. Elevation Training Center is thrilled to partner with Splash Zone and Lorain County Metro Parks as they expand their reach throughout Lorain County. Please reach out to Coach Sharod Brown with any and all questions at sharodbrown9@gmail.com.
Volunteering
BECOME A FRIENDS VOLUNTEER!
The Friends of Metro Parks in Lorain County, Inc. is the volunteer branch of the Lorain County Metro Parks. Friends members work closely with park staff to assist with programs, plant care, special events, gift shops, and more. To become a member, you must first attend an orientation and have a background check completed. Orientations are held bimonthly.
UPCOMING ORIENTATION:
Tue., Sept. 10 | 10 am & 7 pm
Carlisle Visitor Center, LaGrange
MEMBERSHIP FEES:
16-64 years old: $10 65 and older: $5
The Friends organization accepts volunteers 16 years and older. Those under 18 require an accompanying volunteer adult. A minimal membership fee is required to cover organizational costs, including accidental insurance coverage. This annual fee is waived for members with more than 40 volunteer hours. Background checks are completed for free, and membership fees are due at orientation (cash or check only).
DONATE TO THE LORAIN COUNTY METRO PARKS
Through the generous contributions of individuals, groups, corporations, and foundations, Lorain County Metro Parks can provide various services and facilities beyond the limitations of its tax levy. Donations can be made to the park district for general use or earmarked for a specific park, program, or necessary items. Donations are acknowledged publicly in the park’s bi-monthly newsletter, the Arrowhead, in the Honor Roll (see page 3).
Inscribe the name of a loved one, your business, or organization on the beautiful paved walkway inside Miller Nature Preserve’s Butterfly House through the brand new Paver Donation Program. Or, consider a financial contribution to the ‘Adopt-a-Raptor’ program to benefit the resident birds at the Raptor Center. Limited opportunities also exist for benches, trees, and Lakeview Rose Garden contributions. To donate or for more information, visit loraincountymetroparks.com/gifts-and-donations, contact pr@loraincountymetroparks.com, or call the administration office at (440) 458-5121.
Kids & Family
LORAIN COUNTY METRO PARKS’ FAMILY-ORIENTED PROGRAMMING
Preschool PROGRAMS
SILLY SCIENCE
Free | Registration required (child only)
Let’s get crazy, let’s have fun! Join a naturalist to learn about different aspects of nature and science through fun hands-on messy experiments. Each month will bring a new theme, new experiment, and new fun! For ages 2-5 with an adult companion. Please register child only.
Thur., Sept. 5 | 9:30-10:30 am
Columbia Reservation, Briarwood Lodge
Sun., Sept. 8 | 9:30-10:30 am
French Creek Nature Center (Sheffield Vill.)
CURIOUS CREEKERS
Free | Registration required (child only)
Tue., Sept. 10 | 9:30-10:30 am
Cascade Park (Elyria)
Tue., Sept. 24 | 9:30-10:30 am
Kopf Family Reservation, Avon Lake Public Library
Children ages 3-5 and an adult companion are invited to join us as we explore French Creek Reservation. We'll use our senses to discover nature through hikes, games, crafts, songs, and hands-on activities that will be sure to engage your curious creeker in nature play and exploration. We will spend part of our time outdoors so please dress for the weather.
ANIMAL TRACKS & HOMES
Thur., Sept. 12 or Fri., Sept. 13 | 10-11:30 am
French Creek Nature Center (Sheffield Vill.)
LITTLE EXPLORERS
Free | Registration required (child only)
NOCTURNAL ANIMALS
Thur., Oct. 10 or Fri., Oct. 11 | 10-11:30 am
French Creek Nature Center (Sheffield Vill.)
TINY TALONS STORYTIME
Tue., Sept. 10 | 11:00-11:30 am
Carlisle Visitor Center (LaGrange)
Free | No registration required
Listen to a story about raptors then visit the Raptor Center birds. This program is open to all, but is specifically geared towards young school-aged children and their adult companions.
PRESCHOOL PARK PALS:
FALL LEAF HUNT
Learn to navigate nature as a little explorer! Each month we will learn about a different nature topic geared towards encouraging little minds (ages 3 to 5) to explore the outside world. Receive a little explorer passport and get stamps as you attend future programs.
MUSHROOMS
Sat., Sept. 14 | 10:00-10:45 am
Vermilion River Reservation, Mill Hollow
FALL COLORS
Fri., Oct. 25 | 10:00-10:45 am
Vermilion River Reservation, Mill Hollow
Thur., Sept. 26 | 10-11 am
Carlisle Visitor Center (LaGrange)
Free | Registration required by Aug. 19
Join a naturalist for a fun-filled morning for little ones. We will be learning about what makes moths and butterflies unique and different! This program will include a story, craft, and a short hike to see if we can find any moths or butterflies in our park.
Kids & Family
LORAIN COUNTY METRO PARKS’ FAMILY-ORIENTED PROGRAMMING
HALLOWEEN PIRATE TREASURE HUNT
Sat., Oct. 19 | 10 am-12 pm and 1-3 pm
Vermilion River Reservation, Mill Hollow
$2/child | Registration required (child only)
Ahoy mateys! Celebrate Halloween with a funin-nature Pirate Treasure Hunt! Drop anchor at Vermilion River Reservation's Carriage Barn lobby to receive a treasure hunt map left behind by the Great Lakes pirates. Use the map and clues to solve the pirate password for a spooktacular prize or walk the plank! This activity is geared towards buccaneers ages 3-10 and will take around 30 minutes to complete. Please register your child by October 18.
ALL ABOUT REPTILES
SHELL LIFE: TURTLES
Thur., Sept. 12 | 1:30-2:15 pm
Carlisle Visitor Center (LaGrange)
Free | Registration required
Visit with the Naturalists to learn about some local turtle species and how their shells help them all year long. This program will feature a live turtle and also a turtle craft.
RAPTOR KIDS
EXPLORING MIGRATION
Fri., Sept. 20 | 2:00-3:15 pm
Carlisle Visitor Center (LaGrange)
Free | No registration required What kind of perils do birds face as they migrate? Find out in this program geared towards children in grades 3-5. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
LORAIN
HOMESCH EXPLORERS
$3 per student per program | Registration required Homeschool Explorers is back for another fun-filled school season at the parks! Geared for children learning at home, this program series (September through May) will travel around to a different park location to engage your children in nature, science, history, the arts, and recreation! Depending on the program’s topic and location, children will learn through educational biofacts, nature hikes, activities, games, crafts, or meeting a live animal!
To accommodate as many students as possible only students within the age range listed in the program description will be permitted to attend, and participation waivers are required. Registration opens one month prior to the program date. For more information and to register online, visit: loraincountymetroparks.com/homeschool-explorers
OPEN GYM
Thur., Sept. 12 | 1:00-2:30 pm
Splash Zone (Oberlin)
RAINBOW OF COLORS/FALL FOLIAGE
Wed., Oct. 16 | 10:00-11:30 am
Cascade Park (Elyria)
ROCKS AND GEMS
Wed., Nov. 13 | 10:00-11:30 am
Vermilion River Reservation, Mill Hollow
ANIMAL TRACKS, HOMES, & SIGNS
Thur., Dec. 5 | 1:00-2:30 pm
French Creek Nature Center (Sheffield)
WINTER SURVIVAL SKILLS
Wed., Jan. 22 | 1:00-2:30 pm
Wellington Reservation
WILDLIFE FORENSICS
Thur., Feb. 13 | 10:00-11:30 am
Columbia Reservation, Briarwood Lodge (Columbia Stn.)
VERNAL POOL CRITTERS
Wed., Mar. 26 | 1:00-2:30 pm
Carlisle Visitor Center (LaGrange)
PLANTS ON THE MENU
Wed., Apr. 16 | 10:00-11:30 am
Miller Nature Preserve (Avon)
BIRDS AND THEIR HABITATS
Tue., May 13 | 10:00-11:30 am
Sandy Ridge Reservation (N. Ridgeville)
Cultural Arts
DISCOVER
Presents:
BASKERVILLE: A SHERLOCK HOLMES MYSTERY
Sept. 13, 14, 15*, 20, 21, & 22* | 7:30 pm
*Sept. 15 & 22 are matinee shows at 2:00 pm
French Creek Theatre, Ewing Theatre
$15/person
From comedic genius and multi-award-winning playwright, Ken Ludwig, this reimagined classic offers a murderously funny adventure. Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson must crack the mystery of “The Hound of the Baskervilles” before a family curse dooms its newest heir. Watch as these intrepid investigators try to escape a dizzying web of clues, silly accents, disguises, and deceit as five actors deftly portray more than forty characters. Join the fun and see how far from elementary the truth can be. Tickets are available now at loraincountymetroparks.com/theatre or by phone at (440) 949-5200. Guests who require ADA compliant seating must call French Creek Theatre Box Office and reserve a seat over the phone.
WINTER WONDERETTES
Dec. 6, 7, 8*, 13, 14, & 15* | 7:30 pm
*Dec. 8 & 15 are matinee shows at 2:00 pm
French Creek Theatre, Ewing Theatre
$15/person
This seasonal celebration finds the girls, Betty Jean, Cindy Lou, Missy, and Suzy entertaining at the 1968 holiday party for Harper’s Hardware. The Wonderettes transform the hardware store into a magical winter wonderland but when Santa turns up missing, the girls use their talent and creative ingenuity to save the holiday party! Featuring great ’60s versions of holiday classics such as “Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town,” “Jingle Bell Rock,” “Run, Rudolph, Run,” and “Winter Wonderland,” the result is, of course, marvelous! Tickets are available now at: loraincountymetroparks.com/theatre or by phone at (440) 949-5200. Guests who require ADA compliant seating must call French Creek Theatre Box Office and reserve a seat over the phone.
