Good morning, Geauga County. July and August are shaping up to be a festival-lover's dream in our corner of Ohio. From Hemly Tool Supply's annual car show with its gleaming chrome on the Fourth to the intriguingly named "Gone Squatchin' Bigfoot Festival" on July 12th, summer's social calendar is bursting at the seams. Even Christmas is making an unexpected July appearance, proving once again that our community never misses an opportunity to celebrate—whatever the season.
The artistic pulse of Northeast Ohio will be on full display at the 49th Fairmount Art Exhibition starting August 5th. With $2,800 in prizes up for grabs and diverse media ranging from paintings to sculpture, local creatives are preparing their finest works. Meanwhile, the Cleveland Jewish Publication Company continues its impressive trajectory, recently honored as part of the "Media That Matters" class of 2025—their third national recognition in just five years. Clearly, excellence runs deep in Geauga County waters.
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🎭 Geauga County bursts with summer festivities through July and August. The lineup includes Hemly Tool Supply's sixth annual car show on July 4th, complete with music, prizes and trophies. Other Independence Day celebrations feature a polka dance party at SNPJ Farm with ethnic food and live music. Unique events like the "Gone Squatchin' Bigfoot Festival" on July 12th and Christmas in July on July 10th offer family-friendly entertainment. Community resources include a Veterans Resource Fair on July 30th and various outdoor adventures throughout the summer.
🎨 Northeast Ohio artists to shine at 49th Fairmount Art Exhibition. The free exhibition at Fairmount Center for the Arts in Russell Township will showcase diverse media including painting, graphics, photography, fiber and sculpture from August 5-21. Artists can submit up to three works for a chance to win from $2,800 in prizes, including a $1,000 Best of Show award. Submissions can be made online via Google form or in person on July 26 and 28. The center will also host "Fridays at Fairmount Happy Hour" on August 8 and 15, featuring drinks, gallery viewing, and live music.
📰 Cleveland Jewish Publication Company celebrates growth amid recognition and leadership change. At its 61st annual meeting, the CJPC was honored as part of Editor & Publisher's 2025 class of "Media That Matters" - their third national recognition in five years. Outgoing board chair Paul Singerman passed leadership to Susan Krantz, who outlined plans to expand the company's digital reach. The organization elected new board members and announced a dedicated reporter for Columbus while acknowledging challenges including rising costs and potential new taxes on newspaper subscriptions. Despite facing antisemitic threats, the company remains committed to covering both local news and global events affecting Jewish communities.
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💰 Financial Friday
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