Cleveland Indians Puppypalooza Returns to Progressive Field TONIGHT!

Submitted by A.Hake, Web Producer

Monday, June 17th, 2013, 8:17am

Cleveland Indians Puppypalooza Returns to Progressive Field TONIGHT!

Cleveland, OH - The Cleveland Indians invite all four-legged and two-legged friends to the return of Puppypalooza at Progressive Field on Monday, June 17 and September 9. Fans can bring their dogs to the ballpark and cheer on the home team as the Indians play host to the Kansas City Royals at 7:05 p.m. each night.

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Neighborhood Friend of the Week: Mr. Whiskers

Submitted by Brandon Yanak & Alyssa Andel, Animal Adoption Bloggers

Monday, June 17th, 2013, 8:05am

Neighborhood Friend of the Week: Mr. Whiskers

Friend of the Week is a regular feature to introduce furry friends in the community who need loving and caring homes. Please help these deserving animals find their forever guardians or consider adopting an animal yourself. NFW South: Available for Adoption

NFW Challenge 2013: 423 / 460 Adoptions

A whisker might as well be the universal symbol of happiness, just ask any pet parent you meet. Wherever there are whiskers, rest assured there are memories to be made and good times to be had. Whether you adopt a dog or a cat, do not be afraid to get a whisker or two in the face. It normally means a kiss for you and a smile to go with it. For whiskers do not just tickle your face, they also warm your heart.

This feline Friend will fill your heart with so much love; he just had to be named Mr. Whiskers. He is such a sweet, stately gentleman! So of course you will find him always wearing his tux. Mr. Whiskers has a very laid-back personality, and wants nothing more in the world than to snuggle and feel loved. He is extremely affectionate and would be happiest in a quiet home where he can soak up all the attention! He gets along with the other cats in his room well, and is very easy-going. Bring home the best whiskers you can today!

To adopt Mr. Whiskers, contact One of a Kind Pets in Akron at 330-865-6200, email ooak@oneofakindpets.com, or visit www.oneofakindpets.com.

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Playground safety tips

Submitted by JTullos on Monday, June 17th, 7:21 am

Keep your kids safe on the playground this summer by following these tips from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP).

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The Gracious Gardens Fair and Tour

Submitted by kholloway on Friday, June 14th, 2:05 pm

THE FAIR

The Gracious Gardens Fair at the Shaker Historical Society will be held on Saturday and Sunday, June 15 and 16 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Enjoy two days of celebrating all things garden. Select vendors, rare and unusal plants and garden antiques plus live music and Cleveland's best food trucks.

Sunday hours: 12-5 p.m.

THE TOUR

On Sunday, June 16, The Gracious Gardens of Shaker Heights Garden Tour, will go on from 1-5 p.m., rain or shine. Eight spectacular gardens inspire and delight visitors. Lolly the Trolley and the Euclid beach Rocket Car will transport you in style.

For fees & info. call 216-921-1201

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Reduce your chances at being a victim of crime this summer.

Submitted by kholloway on Friday, June 14th, 1:02 pm

As you plan your outdoor activities and family vacations, keep being safe at the forefront of your mind.

Here are several tips from the SHPD for a safe and fun summer.

When planning a trip, use light timers and notify your local police department of your vacation dates. Ask a neighbor to grab your mail and newspapers.
Use motion detectors and/or dusk-to-dawn lighting to keep the outside illuminated.
Inspect all door and window locks, double-hung, casement and sliding windows.
Lock all first floor doors and windows before bed.
Trim shrubbery that obsures doors and windows. This makes it more difficult for an intruder to gain entry.
Make sure your address is clearly visible from the street for emergency purposes.
Close and lock the garage door when you are not nearby.
License your bicycle through the police department and lock up when unattended.
Lock your car even while in the garage; keep electronics and valuables out of view.
Be aware of your surroundings when you bike, walk, or jog. Stay on well-lit paths, tell someone where you are going, and if possible, carry a cell phone.
Notify the police department when there is a street light out.
Install an alarm system, if possible.

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Shaker Heights Arts & Music Festival

Submitted by kholloway on Friday, June 14th, 12:17 pm

The fourth annual Shaker Heights Arts & Music Festival returns to Farnsleigh Road between Warrensville Center and Van Aken on Saturday and Sunday, June 22 and 23, delivering a weekend of great food, a juried art show, musical entertainment and activities for children. Free admission. Farnsleigh Road will be closed to through traffic from Thursday, June 20 through Sunday, June 23.

Festival highlights include the juried Craft Fair, presented by co-sponsor Ohio Designer Craftsmen, with 135 artists displaying an array of studio glass, jewelry, wearables, yard art, ceramics, photography and more. On Saturday, the Craft Fair ends at 8 pm, but the bands play on and the dancing kicks into high gear until 10 pm. The Craft Fair continues on Sunday, 11 am-5 pm.

Enjoy a musical line-up throughout the two-day Festival, brought to you by co-sponsor Shaker Arts Council and featuring bands such as Erie Heights Brass Ensemble, Evil Ways and perennial favorite, Blue Lunch. A full list of bands is at bit.ly/SHArtsFest. Children’s activities arranged by the Ludlow Community Association include strolling performers on stilts, jugglers and magic as well as Verb Ballets’ professional dancers and their Wigglewords.

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Ford First Alert Weekend Forecast

Submitted by A.Hake, Web Producer

Friday, June 14th, 2013, 8:18am

A sunny end to the week is ahead, but with the wind out of the north, temperatures will remain on the cool side. Expect a warmer Saturday with temperatures returning to the mid-to-upper 70s. A warm front lifting across our area will bring showers and storms on Sunday with a few storms lingering into Monday.

TODAY: Mostly sunny. High: 68 Wind: N at 5-10 mph

TONIGHT: Mostly clear. Low: 49 Wind: N at 0-10 mph

SATURDAY: Turning partly cloudy. High: 77

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