July 6, 2026
Cultural celebration: The Lake Erie Crushers recently announced the introduction of their COPA de la Diversión identity, Loros de la Costa Erie, developed in partnership with the Lorain County Hispanic Fund.
Loros de la Costa Erie made its on-field debut at ForeFront Field July 5 and will return for a second celebration Aug. 7. The identity change features a new logo and color scheme that will be integrated into uniforms, hats, in-game activations, and other media.
The name “Loros de la Costa Erie” was created to reflect both cultural pride and regional unity. “Loros,” Spanish for “parrots”, represents communication, vibrancy, and connection. “Costa”, meaning “coast” or “shore”, was intentionally chosen as a symbol of unity, honoring the journey of many families whose ancestors came to this country through coastal communities, while also broadening the identity beyond one city and connecting Hispanic communities throughout Lorain County and along Lake Erie, according to a press release.
The colors of the identity were also selected with intentional meaning and a direct connection to the makeup of Lorain County’s Hispanic community. The light blue represents Lake Erie while also paying homage to the historic Puerto Rican flag, recognizing Puerto Rican heritage as the dominant Hispanic ethnicity represented in Lorain County. The yellow, orange, pink, and purple were chosen to reflect Mexican heritage, drawing inspiration from Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, while recognizing the Mexican community as the second-largest Hispanic population in Lorain County. Together, the colors celebrate the vibrancy, tradition, and diversity of the local Hispanic community.
Tickets purchased for Aug. 7 will help raise funds for the Lorain County Hispanic Fund.
Upcoming library events: Caregiver tips for managing someone else’s finances, as well as how to prepare for future care costs and the benefits of early planning, presented by the Alzheimer's Association, will take place from 6 to 7 p.m. July 14 at the Avon Library, 37485 Harvest Drive.
The next Friends of the Avon Library General Meeting is from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. July 14 at the library. The Friends host book fairs and volunteer at various programs in support of the library.
Tick check: The Lorain County Metro Parks (LCMP), in partnership with Lorain County Public Health (LCPH), recently introduced a new initiative to increase public awareness of tick safety and improve reporting resources. As part of this effort, new Tick Check Stations have been installed at six LCMP locations including the Miller Nature Preserve: Avon Wetlands, 35120 Riegelsberger Rd., and Sandy Ridge Reservation, 6195 Otten Rd., North Ridgeville.
Stations feature educational signage about risks, prevention, and proper removal techniques. Each station also includes a QR code and website link to Lorain County Public Health’s new Tick Tracker digital reporting form. In addition, stations will contain a designated collection jar filled with isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol for safe tick disposal. The alcohol solution is intended to humanely kill ticks and support proper disposal, reducing the likelihood of ticks reattaching to visitors or wildlife. Collection jars will be cleaned regularly and the alcohol replaced as needed.
Movie night: Bring the family to watch “Zootopia 2” at 9 p.m. July 10 at the Every Child’s Playground, 36265 Detroit Road.
Their first rodeo, Shaggy concert: ForeFront Field (home of the Lake Erie Crushers) will host the nationally acclaimed TK Pro Rodeo from Oklahoma for a two-night full rodeo at 7 p.m. Sept. 18-19.
Tickets for individual nights of the rodeo event start at $30. VIP seating is on the field. Premium seating options - including suites, concourse boxes, and club seats - are also available. To book premium seating, call the box office at 440-934-3636. Additional information is available online.
Another upcoming event at ForeFront Field is the return of the Tacos & Tequila Festival (for guests 21-years-old and older) July 25. The event includes tacos, margaritas, Lucha Libre wrestling, Chihuahua beauty pageant, and car show. Live music takes center stage featuring Shaggy, Chamillionaire, Xzibit, Trina, Frankie J, Bubba Sparxxx, Murphy Lee, Bow Wow, MIMS, and DJ Ashton Martin.
Tickets are available online.
Data center review: City Council recently approved a one-year moratorium on data centers. The members will use the time to discuss and evaluate the long-term effects data centers have on communities, as well as draft regulations.
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Safe place to live: SafeWise recently released its 12th annual Safest Cities in America report, and Avon Lake is ranked as the No. 5 safest city in Ohio for 2026. The ranking is based on a comprehensive analysis of the latest FBI crime statistics and local safety trends. The SafeWise report highlights the specific metrics that contributed to the city's high safety standing including violent crime rate at 0.2 per 1,000 residents; and property crime rate at 2.9 per 1,000 residents.
For context, the city’s crime rates are significantly lower than the current Ohio averages of 4.29 violent crime rate and 21.72 property crime rate.
Animal fun: Jungle Terry will visit the Avon Lake Lake Public Library, 32649 Electric Blvd., from 1 to 2 p.m. July 17.
Chalk the walk: Show off your creativity for a good cause during a citywide Chalk the Walk event to benefit the Live Like Delaney Foundation from 9 a.m. to noon July 18. Decorate your driveways and sidewalks and representatives from the Foundation will come around from noon to 1 p.m. to judge your masterpieces. The Foundation will award three standout creations that embody kindness and creativity.
To share your masterpiece, snap a photo of your chalk art that you created on July 18 and submit it by noon by either tagging The Live Like Delaney Foundation on Instagram @livelikedelaney or emailing it to outreach@livelikedelaney.org. You can also register online.
Winners will be announced at a citywide celebration at 1:30 p.m. July 18 at Bleser Park, 32800 Electric Blvd., where a new Delaney Buddy bench will be unveiled.
Car wash: For the sixth year, Bethesda Childcare has chosen Golden Treasures Rescue as the recipient of their car wash donation. Last year, the event raised over $1,000.
This year’s event takes place from 1 to 3 p.m. July 8 at Bethesda on the Bay Lutheran Church, 28607 Wolf Road.
Support the arts: BAYart Moondance tickets are currently available online with early early bird pricing available through July 31.The event takes place Sept. 12.
This year’s Moondance features the return of Apostle Jones to the main stage, immersive art experiences with the teaching faculty, buffet dinner by Cafe Melissa, open bar, and other activities.
Diabetes awareness: In recognition of Juvenile Arthritis Awareness Month, Dr. Megan Crippen will discuss the different types, how to identify it, and how to properly seek treatment, during a presentation from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. July 17 at the North Ridgeville Library, 35700 Bainbridge Road.
The city has also partnered with the YMCA and Lorain County Public Health to promote an evidence-based diabetes prevention program available to Lorain County residents. This is a year-long program and may be covered by Medicare Part B. For more information, call 440-574-0580. More information will be rolled out in the coming weeks and months. Check the city’s website for more details.
Soldiers honors: Discover the past and honor soldiers of the revolution during self-guided cemetery tours from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. July 11-12 at Ridgeville Cemetery, 33630 Center Ridge Road (nine burials); and Fields Cemetery, 34100 Lorain Road (one burial). Gravesites will be designated with a tall flag and a brief history of each soldier will be provided.
Talking basketball: The radio voice of the Cleveland Cavaliers, Tim Alcorn, will share stories from the team and highlights from the season during a presentation at 1 p.m. Aug. 3 at the Senior Center, 7327 Avon Belden Road.
Register to attend by July 31, call 440-490-2056
Community events: As the city continues to celebrate America 250-OH, it will host two community-focused events at Lorain County Community College (LCCC) University Partnership Ridge Campus, 32121 Lorain Road, in partnership with LCCC and the North Ridgeville Heart & Sole Collaborative July 25.
The North Ridgeville Farmers Market will take place from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. with local vendors, healthy eating and community connection.
The Community Mental Wellness Fair will be held from 9 a.m. to noon featuring resource tables and organizations offering information and support for overall wellness.
Both events are free and open to the public.
Orange barrel season: At every turn, it seems like there is construction going on around town. Work continues on the Lake Road – Clifton Boulevard Corridor Improvements Project as progress from Linda Street to the bridge over the Rocky River. Current work includes full-depth repairs, curb removal and replacement, waterline relocation, sewer relocation, and underdrain installation.
Traffic on Lake Road/Clifton Boulevard is reduced to one lane in each direction between Linda Street in Rocky River and Webb Road in Lakewood. The Marion Ramp from Detroit Avenue to Lake Road/Clifton Boulevard is closed. Sidewalk, crosswalk, and bike lane closures are also in place; pedestrians and cyclists should follow posted detours.
Work on the Center Ridge Gateway Improvement Project continues. Milling of the existing asphalt roadway has been completed throughout the project limits, and the intermediate course of asphalt has been installed across the project site. Significant sidewalk, curb ramp, curb, and full-depth concrete work have also been completed.
Traffic has been shifted from the middle lanes to the outer lanes and will continue to be maintained with one lane in each direction. This remains a heavily traveled corridor, and motorists should expect delays. Please plan accordingly and allow extra travel time through the area.
Sawcutting is underway in preparation for upcoming casting adjustments throughout the project corridor, as well as work associated with the proposed decorative medians near Giant Eagle and Goldwood Primary School. This phase of work is expected to take approximately three weeks to complete.
The Wooster/Shoreland Park project is nearing completion as all plantings have been installed, and remaining work includes final installation of the decorative fountain and placement of park furnishings, including benches and related amenities, which are expected to arrive in early August. The project will transform the vacant property along Shoreland Avenue at Wooster Road into a passive neighborhood park for area residents.
City officials are currently gathering resident feedback for the Hilliard Boulevard/Westway Drive/Gasser project. The survey will remain open online through July 31. Survey results will be used, together with engineering analysis and public comments, to help determine the preferred design for the intersection.
Cheers: There is still time to purchase tickets for the annual Sunflower Wine Festival supporting the Prayers from Maria Foundation. The event takes place from 4 to 11 p.m. July 11 on Depot Street. Tickets are available online.
Maria's Field of Hope in Avon is currently being prepped for the fall season when the sunflowers will be in bloom.
Space exploration: Celebrate the grand opening from 7 to 8 p.m. July 14 of the new Space Exploration Lab at the Westlake Porter Public Library, 27333 Center Ridge Road. The lab features the Frohring Deep Space Observatory where visitors can explore and photograph the universe, right from the library.
The new space is in partnership with the Great Lakes Astrophotography Society (GLAS). Patrons will also have the opportunity to explore the lab’s Mission Control area, featuring interactive space exploration tools and software. The Mission Control area includes resources such as the Kerbal Space Program,
Stellarium Planetarium, NASA’s Eye on the Solar System, and other interactive tools that allow patrons to explore the night sky, simulate space missions, track spacecraft, and learn about our solar system and beyond.
Other upcoming events at the library include, Tech Bytes- Android Help Session—from 3 to 4 p.m. July 16.
Cleveland’s 230th Birthday is July 22 and visitors to the library can make a poster to display our love for The Land from 6 to 8 p.m. July 20. All supplies, including magazines, will be provided. Registration begins July 13.
Spiritual music: Enjoy a concert from internationally recognized fingerstyle guitarists Shohei Toyoda, Koyo Morita and special guest Hikaru Komatsu, visiting from Japan from 6:30 to 8 p.m. July 14 at the Unity Spiritual Center Westlake, 23855 Detroit Road. Doors open at 6 p.m. and a reception with the artists will follow the performance.
Tickets are available online.
