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Welcome to the West Shore: The sweet spot just west of Cleveland and east of the gateway to Sandusky’s tourism zone. The picturesque shoreline cities of Lakewood, Rocky River, Westlake and Bay Village offer an inviting region for older adults who want a change of scenery or lifestyle.
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Almost everyone likes to travel or read about traveling. And why not? It's fun. Thrive's newest columnist is Your Getaway Guru, Kathy Yarian, a westside travel agent who shares her tips and tricks for navigating your next trip.
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Events This Week
September 21, 2025 - September 28, 2025
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September 21
Pumpkin Days at Nickajack Farms
September 21
Over 70 activities including, a Corn Maze, Pony Rides, Barnyard Animals, Chippies Corn Crib, Strides Slides, Rascals Round Up, Peddle Carts, Piggly Wiggly Races, Photo Opportunities, Spider Web, Play Sets, Barnyard Bubbles, Straw Maze, Rascals, Pumpkin bowling, paintball, a wagon ride to the pumpkin patch and more.
September 21
Chalk Festival
September 21
A vibrant event that celebrates creativity and community engagement, featuring sidewalk artistry by professional chalk artists and local community groups, families, and individuals.
September 21
Horsepower Weekend
September 21
Witness history unfold from animal-powered agriculture to thunderous muscle cars.
September 21
Come From Away
September 21
Based on the true story, 38 planes carrying thousands of people from around the globe were diverted to Gander’s airstrip on September 11, 2001.
September 22
Pumpkin Days at Nickajack Farms
September 22
Over 70 activities including, a Corn Maze, Pony Rides, Barnyard Animals, Chippies Corn Crib, Strides Slides, Rascals Round Up, Peddle Carts, Piggly Wiggly Races, Photo Opportunities, Spider Web, Play Sets, Barnyard Bubbles, Straw Maze, Rascals, Pumpkin bowling, paintball, a wagon ride to the pumpkin patch and more.
September 22
Northeast Ohio Encore Chorale - Encore Creativity for Older Adults 55+
September 22
Encore Creativity for Older Adults is the nation’s largest choral arts organization for adults 55 and over.
September 22
Adult Acting
September 22
Explore classical and contemporary techniques along with keys to unlocking scripts, and bringing them from the page to the stage.
September 22 @ 10:15 am - 12:00 pm
Monday Morning Movie – "Snow White" (2025)
September 22 @ 10:15 am - 12:00 pm
If you missed seeing the 2025 movie "Snow White" in the theaters, come to the Shore Cultural Centre on September 22 at 10:15 am and watch it for free.
September 22 @ 2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Monday Afternoon Book Discussion
September 22 @ 2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
The Monday Afternoon Book Discussion meets at 2:30 p.m.
September 23
Pumpkin Days at Nickajack Farms
September 23
Over 70 activities including, a Corn Maze, Pony Rides, Barnyard Animals, Chippies Corn Crib, Strides Slides, Rascals Round Up, Peddle Carts, Piggly Wiggly Races, Photo Opportunities, Spider Web, Play Sets, Barnyard Bubbles, Straw Maze, Rascals, Pumpkin bowling, paintball, a wagon ride to the pumpkin patch and more.
September 23
Geauga Walkers
September 23
Join other active older adults on the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month for hikes.
September 23 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Paleo-Native Americans with the Summit Metro Parks
September 23 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Registration no
Have you ever wondered who were the first people to live in Ohio?
September 24
Pumpkin Days at Nickajack Farms
September 24
Over 70 activities including, a Corn Maze, Pony Rides, Barnyard Animals, Chippies Corn Crib, Strides Slides, Rascals Round Up, Peddle Carts, Piggly Wiggly Races, Photo Opportunities, Spider Web, Play Sets, Barnyard Bubbles, Straw Maze, Rascals, Pumpkin bowling, paintball, a wagon ride to the pumpkin patch and more.
September 24
Lake Erie Wheelers Weekly Ride
September 24
Make friends with a great group of cycling enthusiasts and attend annual parties and gatherings.
September 24 @ 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Standing Guard: Protect What You've Worked For, Retirees
September 24 @ 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Registration no
Josh Kaluzne, a financial advisor with Edward Jones, will share strategies designed to help guard valuable assets and protect pre- and post-retirement income.
September 24 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Documentary Screening - "Revolution: The Fight to Save Our Oceans" (2015)
September 24 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
September is Environmental Awareness Month.
September 24 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Medicare 101 with Brian Gladysz
September 24 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Registration no
Learn about the different parts of Medicare, including advantage plans, supplements, and Part D prescription plans, with Brian Gladysz of TLC Insurance Group.
September 25
Pumpkin Days at Nickajack Farms
September 25
Over 70 activities including, a Corn Maze, Pony Rides, Barnyard Animals, Chippies Corn Crib, Strides Slides, Rascals Round Up, Peddle Carts, Piggly Wiggly Races, Photo Opportunities, Spider Web, Play Sets, Barnyard Bubbles, Straw Maze, Rascals, Pumpkin bowling, paintball, a wagon ride to the pumpkin patch and more.
September 25
Crafty Ladies Society
September 25
Like-minded crafters bring their current crocheting or knitting project and enjoy creativity and community.
September 25
Maple Ridge Senior Living Club Maple
September 25
Mix & mingle with other older adults at Maple Ridge Senior Living Club Maple.
September 25
Thursday Chess - Brecksville
September 25
We play chess every Thursday at Brecksville Panera, starting at 5 pm til closing.
September 25
Intro to Acrylic Painting
September 25
Discover acrylic painting in this welcoming, beginner-friendly studio class.
September 26
Pumpkin Days at Nickajack Farms
September 26
Over 70 activities including, a Corn Maze, Pony Rides, Barnyard Animals, Chippies Corn Crib, Strides Slides, Rascals Round Up, Peddle Carts, Piggly Wiggly Races, Photo Opportunities, Spider Web, Play Sets, Barnyard Bubbles, Straw Maze, Rascals, Pumpkin bowling, paintball, a wagon ride to the pumpkin patch and more.
September 26
Twilight Zone Film Fest 2025
September 26
A selection of four classic “Twilight Zone” episodes on Canton’s largest screen.
September 26
Landscape Painting
September 26
A class for adults with some experience to focus on oil landscape painting.
September 26
Gray Matter Matters
September 26
Learn how our brain helps us focus, remember, plan, organize, initiate, carry out purposeful activities, exert self-control, and more.
September 27
September 27
Pumpkin Days at Nickajack Farms
September 27
Over 70 activities including, a Corn Maze, Pony Rides, Barnyard Animals, Chippies Corn Crib, Strides Slides, Rascals Round Up, Peddle Carts, Piggly Wiggly Races, Photo Opportunities, Spider Web, Play Sets, Barnyard Bubbles, Straw Maze, Rascals, Pumpkin bowling, paintball, a wagon ride to the pumpkin patch and more.
September 27
September 27
September 27 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Crocker Park Food Truck Challenge
September 27 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Join us on Saturday, September 27th from 11am–4pm for the 10th annual Food Truck Challenge at South Main Street, Crocker Park in Westlake, OH!
