October 27, 2026
Mills Road update: The construction continues on the resurfacing of Mills Road. Today (Oct. 27) and Wednesday (Oct. 28) from 7 p.m. to 6 a.m., Mills Road will be closed for all traffic from Jaycox to Stoney Ridge roads due to the resurfacing project. Work on the roundabout at State Route 83 will be conducted during the closure.
Traffic on State Route 83 will be reduced to one lane going through the roundabout and will be controlled by signals. Drivers should use the marked detour routes or if possible, avoid the area during the closure time period.
Trick-or-Treat: Kick off Halloween with Trick-or-Treat from 10 a.m. to noon Oct. 31 at Olde Avon Village, 36840 Detroit Road, where the shops will be passing out candy.
Strip Steakhouse will also be celebrating its 13th anniversary with cider, coffee and donuts for visitors.
New store opening: It didn’t take long after the closing of Details gift shop for the space to have a new shop. Welcome The Edit to Olde Avon Village, 36840 Detroit Road. A grand opening will take place from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 1.
The owner has been traveling the world searching for brands to bring to the store. From Italian footwear, fashion, jewelry, accessories, intimates, fragrance and other items, brands include Secrid, Mele + Marie, NeroGiardini, Hanky Panky, Desigual, Matisse, Bevy Flog, Sundays, Tyler Candle Company, and Melinda Maria.
Canva basics: Learn how to use Canva, a free-to-use online graphic design tool, during a presentation from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Nov. 3 at the Avon Library, 37485 Harvest Drive. Pre-registration is required.
Business expo: Open to the public, the Lorain County Chamber of Commerce’s 12th annual Business Expo will take place from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. Nov. 5 at Tom’s Country Place, 3442 Stoney Ridge Road.
The event features more than 110 local business exhibitors.
Presidential presentation: The Avon Historical Society will meet at 7 p.m. Nov. 5 at the Avon Olde Town Hall, corner of Detroit and Stoney Ridge roads.
The program is, “The Three General Presidents” presented by Steve Pettyjohn, and will concentrate on the formative years and early careers of George Washington, Ulysses S. Grant and Dwight Eisenhower and how they shaped their later leadership abilities.
Deadline extended: The City of Avon is still accepting applications from residents interested in serving on the Avon Tree Commission. The application deadline has been extended to Nov. 9.
The commission meets at 7:30 p.m. the second Wednesday of each month at the “old” City Hall, 36080 Chester Road.
Applications are available online.
Vintage antique market: Shop for unique curated vintage antiques in a beautifully restored barn at the Moon Barn Vintage & Antique Market Nov. 6-8 at 39017 Detroit Road.
A special Friday night (Nov. 6) Sip & Shop (tickets available online) from 6 to 8 p.m. offers visitors a first look.
Moon Barn is a restored venue built in the 1800's. Each ticket for the Sip & Shop includes wine pairings and charcuterie spread. A welcome sparkling, and one additional drink ticket are included in your entry fee. Additional drink tickets available for purchase.
The market will be open to the public from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 7; and from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 8 (no tickets necessary).
Guests can shop for carefully curated vintage and antiques by Elizabeth Vintage and Exeter Antiques.
Christine and Craig Tosland purchased the property in 2024 and took a year and half to renovate both the home and the barn. In their research, the barn was built sometime between 1810-1840. There is a painted brick house across the street (corner of Detroit and Moon roads) that was the original farmhouse for Moon Farm. The barn was the barn for Moon Farm, that is where the name Moon Barn came from.
The Tosland’s have tried, and failed, to get Moon Barn to be a historical landmark since it's almost 200 years old, but they have no historical data on it. Their neighbor who purchased the original farmhouse, as well as the two direct side by side neighbors, were the source for all the information the couple received on the barn thus far.
Another Moon Barn Antique Sale will take place Nov. 27-29 with more holiday items.
Get involved: There are many ways to make a difference in the community and get involved. Residents can contribute their experience and knowledge by serving on various Boards and Commissions with the city.
The following Boards and Commissions will have vacancies effective Jan. 1, 2027.
If you are interested, submit a letter of interest and resume to Valerie Rosmarin, Clerk of Council at vrosmarin@avonlake.org or 150 Avon Belden Road, Avon Lake, by 4:30 p.m. Nov. 13.
Yoga room: Licensed Massage Therapist and Yoga/Fitness Instructor Heather Gillespie recently opened Everwell Yoga & Massage inside Avon Lake Yoga, 379 Lear Road, Ste. 2.
Her goal in offering her massage services at Avon Lake Yoga is to create a calm, restorative space where guests can slow down, release tension, and recharge—both physically and mentally.
Schedule an appointment now to receive $10 off your first massage. Call 216-408-5688.
Comedy night: Scriptless in Seattle is bringing another night of family-friendly sketch comedy to the BAYarts Cultural Center, 28795 Lake Road, from 7 to 9 p.m. Nov. 6.
With a style reminiscent of "Whose Line Is It Anyway," Scriptless in Seattle offers a blend of sketches, improvised musicals, game shows, film noir, and others. No two shows are ever the same. There is open seating with a cash bar available.
Tickets are available online.
Coffee chat: Bay Village City Schools Superintendent Scot Prebles’ next Coffee Chat with the community will take place from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Bay Village Library, 27400 Wolf Road.
eBike rules: City Council recently passed new rules for riding e-bikes on city streets, sidewalks, shared‑use paths and parking lots which take effect Nov. 4. E-bike riders who break the traffic code or the ordinance can be ticketed the same way as a driver of a motor vehicle.
The new rules are posted on the city’s website.
Stache Dash: The annual Stache Dash 5K and 1-mile Fun Run-Walk takes place at 8:45 a.m. Nov. 7 at City Hall, 7307 Avon Belden Road. The event benefits the city’s Parks and Recreation Department. Registration is available online.
Bainbridge Road will be closed between State Route 83 and Mitchell Road along with the intersections of Root Road and Ranger Way from 8 to 10:30 a.m. for the race. City officials recommend alternative means of travel until the race has concluded. The streets will re-open immediately following the conclusion of the race.
Craft show: The Fall Avant-Garde Art & Craft Show will take place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 7 at Rocky River Memorial Hall, 21016 Hilliard Blvd.
The show will feature artists and crafters selling their original handmade items, as well as a full concession stand. Admission is $3, children under 12 are free. A portion of proceeds will benefit local non-profit, Rose's Rescue.
Senior performers: The Senior Players present, “At the Border” and “Gerald’s Dream” by Bob Wilkins, at 7 p.m. Nov. 18-19; and 1:30 p.m. Nov. 20 at the Senior Center, 21014 Hilliard Blvd. Tickets are $3 and children under 12 are free.
Snow plowing: The Senior Center offers a snow removal program (driveway apron only), to remove snow that has been displaced from the street when the streets are plowed. Snow will only be removed if at least 3 inches of snow has fallen and after the city snow plows have cleared all city streets.
Homeowners are responsible for clearing their driveways and sidewalks. The Senior Center maintains a list of individuals if you need to hire someone. Sign up ends Nov. 30. To be considered for either program, call Mary at 440-333-6664.
New restaurant: The former 3 Palms Pizzeria space and Crocker Park will soon be home to LULO Kitchen, a locally owned Latin American restaurant concept. Anticipated to open sometime this winter, the restaurant will be LULO Kitchen's second full-service Northeast Ohio location and the restaurant group's fourth overall concept, alongside LULO Cafe locations. The Crocker Park location joins its original flagship restaurant in Cleveland’s Warehouse District.
Founded by Chef Stefanie Montoya and her husband, Mario, LULO grew from a personal passion for food, culture and well-being. Stefanie arrived in Cleveland from Colombia in 2012 and later studied at the Institute for Integrative Nutrition, shaping the philosophy that guides the restaurant today: food can connect people to their roots, bridge cultures and nourish the body, according to the press release.
Menu offerings include mango salmon, carne asada with chimichurri and handcrafted empanadas, with options that accommodate vegan and vegetarian guests. Fresh fruit smoothies, juices and handcrafted cocktails round out the concept.
Leaf pick-up: ‘Tis the season. Curbside leaf collection will begin this week and runs through early-mid December (weather permitting). Collection guidelines are available on the city’s website.
Health Fair: Westlake Porter Public Library’s annual Health Fair takes place from 1 to 4 p.m. Nov. 14. Patrons can visit with local health-related organizations, receive free health screenings, attend wellness programs, and enter a raffle for a wellness basket.
Patrons can register to attend two featured programs. “In Staying Aware: Protecting Yourself and Loved Ones Against Common Scams,” Captain Jason Dancy from the Westlake Police Department will show attendees how to protect themselves and their families from common scams. The program begins at 1 p.m.
During “How to Better Manage Relationships: Understanding Attachment Styles,” representatives from Ellie Mental Health will teach patrons how to foster healthier
connections with important people in their lives and how to break out of negative cycles. The program starts at 2:30 p.m.
Registration is required for both programs
In addition to those sessions, attendees can receive free liver, blood pressure, cholesterol, glucose, vision, and hearing screenings. Attendees are required to register for the liver scan and fast for three hours prior to it. Patrons can also visit area wellness organizations to learn more about various health topics and resources.
Online registration is available for the programs and screenings.
