June Kicks off Summer - full of events and activities!

June News and Events from the Near West Family Network!

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June 2015

Near West Family Network Friends! There is so much going on - we are going to limit our newsletter to listing all the upcoming events and our always-helpful Neighborhood Family Practice Health Corner (This month, learn how to save money at the grocery store!). We now have a separate section below for recurring events throughout the summer and then another listing by date.
Also, we do have a few important events we want to highlight:

Near West Family Network is havinga Summer's Member Party and its A POOL PARTY on Friday, June 5 from 5-8 pm

Not a member yet? Join online today to get all the details about the party.

Don't miss this summer's first Kidical Mass Ride! Another summer of family rides are being planned through our city neighborhoods. This summer's first will be through Ohio City THIS SUNDAY starting at 10am (ride begins and ends at Fairview Park) Details are in the flier and found below.

PLUS! Two more great summer series are starting in full force in June!

The Summer Park Crawl is moving to weekly in June! Many weeks Near West Recreation will join us to plan some activities for kids during this regular Tuesday morning meet up. Check below for dates/details in June and on our website calendar for the full summer's specific locations and activities.
Fairview Park's Summer Ice Cream Socials Summer Kickoff is on June 11 with Mitchell's Ice Cream and an Upcycle art project to beautify the Kentucky Garden fence with more vinyl flowers! Vote Today for Mitchell's Flavors at our Summer Kickoff! Survey will be open until Friday, June 5.

Then, join us every Thursday at 7pm for more fun and frozen treats (check our website calendar for specific programming for each week)

Thanks to Steve Kacmyers and Katie Zucca for kicking off our summer park crawls! We look forward to seeing you more throughout the summer - thanks for coordinating with Near West Rec to plan activities at some of our upcoming stops on the crawl! Thanks also to Amy Kulisheck for organizing the Adult Meet Up at Cha Spirits and Pizza last month. A night out with friends is always appreciated!

If you are interested in helping us make more happen in your neighborhood or if you have an idea for something specific, please let us know!

Recurring Events are also listed on our Upcoming Events page on our web site, too - we add new things throughout the month!

SUNDAYS

See NFP at - Kamms Corners Farmers Market, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm (June 14 - October 11)

MONDAYS

Art in the Park at Zone Rec!, 5:30 - 7:300 pm, 6301 Lorain Ave. (July 6 - July 27)
Check out the Flyer for Detroit Shoreway's FREE Summer events at Herman Park and Zone Recreation Center.
For more information visit www.LAND-Studio.org

MONDAYS & TUESDAYS

Summers at St. Paul's, 12:30 - 4:00 pm- St. Paul's Community Church, 4427 Franklin Blvd. (Corner of W. 45th and Franklin)
This program is Mondays and Tuesdays June 8 - August 11.It is FREE and open to youth ages 6 - 13 yrs old. Snacks,Parks, Field Trips, Lunch!
Questions? Email Sarah at SarahKSummers@gmail.com

TUESDAYS

Network Event! - Park Crawl, 10:00 - 11:30 am - Locations vary (June 9 - August 18)
This summer the crawl will meet EVERY Tuesday starting in June (no meet up on June 16). Most weeks we will be partnering with Near West Recreation to organize activities. See the specific calendar of dates below for more information. Also watch Facebook and Twitter for announcements regarding changes and/or weather adjustments!

See NFP at - Tremont Farmers Market, 4:00 - 7:00 pm (through October 6)

WEDNESDAYS

Read to the Beat, 10:15 - 10:45 a.m. at Carnegie West Library - 1900 Fulton Rd. (May 20 - June 24)
Help reading readiness activities set to a musical beat for preschoolers ages 3 through 5. Read to the Beat is a CPL partnership with The Music Settlement.

See NFP at - Gordon Square Farmers Market, 4:00 - 7:00 pm (June through September)

Art in the Park at Herman Park, 1:00 - 2:00 pm, W. 59th & Herman Ave. (June 10 - August 5)
Check out the Flyer for Detroit Shoreway's FREE Summer events at Herman Park and Zone Recreation Center.
For more information visit www.LAND-Studio.org

THURSDAYS

Summer Reading Club! Read to the Rhythm, 1:00 p.m. at Carnegie West Library (June 11 - August 6)
Music inspired reading programs every week June through August! Children who complete their age respective reading goals will be eligible to win passes and memberships to various Cleveland destinations. Children can sign up for the reading club at the library or at http://www.readingclub.cpl.org .
Carnegie West Library is located at 1900 Fulton Rd. in Ohio City

NETWORK EVENT - Ice Cream Socials at Fairview Park, 7:00 p.m. at Fairview Park in Ohio City. (June 11 - August 6th - no social on July 2)
Join your neighbors for fun, summer programming and a cool frozen treat! We will post information about each date's programming as it is confirmed. Hope to see you there!This summer series is brought to you by NWFN and LAND Studio with support from Cuyahoga Arts and Culture, the Ohio Arts Council, The George W. Codrignton Charitable Foundation, The Char and Chuck Family Foundation, Joe and Ellen Thomas, Ohio City Incorporated, Mitchell's Homemade Ice Cream, and Masons Creamery.

Fairview Park is located on W. 38th St. between Franklin and Woodbine in Ohio City.

Be sure to check our Upcoming Events page on our web site, too - we add new things throughout the month!

Friday, May 29

Masons Creamery Movie Night! 8:00 pm at Mason's Creamery - 4401 Bridge Ave. (Corner of 44th and Bridge)
Ghostbusters! Bring your own chairs and blankets to enjoy this family classic! Food will be available for purchase from Wok n Roll food truck!

Sunday May 31

Kidical Mass Ride! 10:00 am - Ride starts and ends at Fairview Park
Join us for a fun, family-friendly ride through Ohio City. Meet at Fairview Park at 10am for a bike safety demonstration and a law-abiding 3-mile ride through Ohio City. Bike helmets are required and waivers must be signed. In the case of heavy rain, the ride will be rescheduled.Fairview Park is located at W 38th St. between Franklin and Woodbine.

Friday, June 5

NETWORK EVENT - Summer Kickoff Member Picnic Party! 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Edgewater Yacht Club

This year's Member Picnic is going to be a LOT of fun at a new location! We are holding it at the beginning of summer so you can meet new friends and make plans BEFORE the summer escapes us! Not a member yet? Join online today! If you are a member and haven't gotten your email invitation, please contact Sarah at sryzner@nearwestfamilynetwork.org.

Saturday, June 6

See NFP at - MetroHealth Cancer Care Center, 10:00 am – 2:00 pm, 2500 MetroHealth Dr.
In partnership with the My MetroHealth & My Community, there will be a fun family event with free screenings 9:00 am -1:00 pm.

Family Youth and Movie Night at St. Paul's Community Church, 7:00 - 9:00 pm, 4427 Franklin Blvd. (Corner of W. 45th and Franklin)
This month's movie is Veggie Tales!
Come in your pajamas and bring your pillows. we'll provide the movie and popcorn.
Youth of all ages welcome! Children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult

Tuesday, June 9

NETWORK EVENT - Park Crawl - Herman Park! 10:00 - 11:30 am - West 60th and Herman Ave.
Bring the kids to the park to play for this weekly, roaming play date. This week, Near West Rec will be there to organize a game of kickball! Watch our Facebook page and Twitter tweets for announcements if weather looks iffy.

Thursday, June 11

NETWORK EVENT - Ice Cream Social at Fairview Park - Summer Kick Off! 7:00 pm - Fairview Park in Ohio City.
We partnered with LAND Studio to bring back this traditional summer series. Every Thursday evening throughout the summer we will be gathering at Fairview park to enjoy fun, summer programming and a frozen treat with our neighbors. Free and open to the public - come one, come all!This week is our kickoff and we'll be celebrating with Mitchell's Ice Cream and continuing the Vinyl Flower Project along the Kentucky Garden Fence! Hope to see you there!
Fairview Park is located on W. 38th St. between Franklin and Woodbine in Ohio City. The series runs through August 6th with no social on 7/2)

Friday, June 12

Creative Writing Expressions Camp - registration closes!
The creative writing series for near west side kids grads 3 - 8 runs for 5 weeks: June 15 - July 15 on Monday and Wednesday mornings (10:15 - 11:30 am) at Carnegie West Library. There will be a special showcase on the evening of July 15. Fee is $30 for all 10 sessions but need-based assistance is available. Click here for flyer or go to the Near West Rec website to register online.

Thursday, June 18

NETWORK EVENT - Ice Cream Social at Fairview Park! 7:00 pm - Fairview Park in Ohio City.
We partnered with LAND Studio to bring back this traditional summer series. Every Thursday evening throughout the summer we will be gathering at Fairview park to enjoy fun, summer programming and a frozen treat with our neighbors. Free and open to the public - come one, come all!
Fairview Park is located on W. 38th St. between Franklin and Woodbine in Ohio City. The series runs through August 6th with no social on 7/2)

Saturday, June 20

See NFP at - Tremont Moves, 10:00 am – 2:00 pm, at Lincoln Park, W. 14th St. and Starkweather Ave.
With Lincoln Park and Merrick House) Family friendly, games, activities, free classes, health screenings, etc. Tremont Moves also has regular programming throughout the summer!

See NFP at - The 2015 Community Health and Wellness Event, 10:00 am – 2:00 pm, at the Cleveland Convention Center
One Life, One Voice, One Community: every baby deserves a 1st birthday
Cleveland Convention Center is located at 300 Lakeside Ave E.

Tuesday, June 23

NETWORK EVENT - Park Crawl - Lincoln Park! 10:00 - 11:30 am - West 14th and Starkweather Ave.
Bring the kids to the park to play for this weekly, roaming play date. This week, Near West Rec will be there to organize a game of beach ball volleyball! Watch our Facebook page and Twitter tweets for announcements if weather looks iffy.

Thursday, June 25

NETWORK EVENT - Ice Cream Social at Fairview Park! 7:00 pm - W. 38th between Franklin & Woodbine.
We partnered with LAND Studio to bring back this traditional summer series. Every Thursday evening throughout the summer we will be gathering at Fairview park to enjoy fun, summer programming and a frozen treat with our neighbors. Free and open to the public - come one, come all!

Saturday, June 27

See NFP at - Jumpin' At Jefferson Basketball Skills Clinic, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm, Jefferson Park W 132nd and Lorain Avenue
Kids ages 9-12 can participate in a morning session which will be focused on teaching basketball skills, the afternoon will be tournament for kids ages 13-17. (Pre-registration is required)

Ohio City Run and Crawl - With Kids Dash! Registration and packet pick-up, 5:30. 5K start time, 7:00 pm (Kids dash starts around 6:45)
It's time again for the 10th Annual Run and Crawl! This Chip-timed 5k is fun for adults, and the preceding Kids Dash is always a hit with the 3-7year old set. Kids Dash registration is $10 and includes a t-shirt. Adult pre-registration is $25 (closes Friday, 6/26) and includes a t-shirt and a drink ticket at participating bars in the crawl. Click here to register for Adult and Kids runs

Tuesday, June 30

NETWORK EVENT - Park Crawl - Roberto Clemente Park! 10:00 - 11:30 am - West 38th and Seymour Ave.
Bring the kids to the park to play for this weekly, roaming play date. Watch our Facebook page and Twitter tweets for announcements if weather looks iffy.

Keep these Network events in mind as you are planning further in the future. More information will be added as it is planned. Don't hesitate to contact us if you'd like to help organize or be a part of the day-of activities. If no contact person is listed, email information@nearwestfamilynetwork.org to get more involved!

MORE Kidical Masses! The last Sunday of each month through September.
Check back for more details as the neighborhood rides are scheduled. Contact Norma (npboyd@nearwestfamilynetwork.org) if you would like to help.

Family Dinner Meet Ups - A Patio Crawl!
Ideas are percolating about organizing several meet ups this summer at our favorite family-friendly restaurant patios. Summer evenings get hot and busy - why cook when you can dine with friends? If you have ideas, please email Amy (akulisheck@nearwestfamilynetwork.org)

Pattersons Apple Picking - Harvest Celebration - Fall
Last year this was such a fun and successful event that we just HAD to bring it back. Contact Ann (amgarland@nearwestfamilynetwork.org) if you'd like to help.

Cooking with Kids - Fall/Winter
Seriously, all the details are still being worked out. But if you want to help, please contact Sarah! (sryzner@nearwestfamilynetwork.org)

June 2015

10 tips
Save More at the Grocery Store.
Using coupons and looking for the best price are great ways to save money at the grocery store.
Knowing how to find them is the first step to cutting costs on food.

find deals right under your nose.
Look for coupons with your receipt, as peel-offs on items, and on signs along aisle shelves.
search for coupons
Many stores still send ads and coupons for promotion, so don’t overlook that so-called “junk mail.” You can also do a Web search for “coupons.”
Go through your coupons at least once a month and toss out any expired ones.
look for savings in the newspaper.
Brand name coupons are found as inserts in the paper every Sunday—except on holiday weekends.
Some stores will double the value of brand name coupons on certain days.
join your store’s loyalty program.
Signup is usually free and you can receive savings and electronic coupons when you provide your email address.
buy when foods are on sale.
Maximize your savings by using coupons on sale items.
You may find huge deals such as “buy one get one free.”
find out if the store will match competitors’ coupons.
Many stores will accept coupons, as long as they are for the same item. Check with the customer service desk for further details.
stay organized so coupons are easy to find
Sort your coupons either by item or in alphabetical order.
Develop a system that’s easiest for you and make finding coupons quick and hassle-free. Ideas for coupon storage include 3-ring binders, accordion-style organizers, or plain envelopes.
find a coupon buddy.
Swap coupons you won’t use with a friend. You can get rid of clutter and discover additional discounts.
compare brands.
Store brands can be less expensive than some of the name brand foods. Compare the items to find better prices.
stick to the list.
Make a shopping list for all the items you need. Keep a running list on your phone, on the refrigerator, or in a wallet. When you’re in the store, do your best to buy only the items on your list.

Sources: Neighborhood Family Practice and United States Department of Agriculture

Stay Well,
Neighborhood Family Practice
(216) 281-0872

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