Final Chance to Join KCDC's Fundraiser Offering Delicious Food, Fine Wine, and Fun
This week, on Thursday, December 3, from 6 to 9 p.m. join the fun at 19201 Puritas Avenue. Enjoy the magic and splendor of the 12th Annual Wine in the Holidays event at
Puritas Nursery, transformed from an historical retail garden center into a party place filled with sparkling lights and holiday decor. See additional details
here.
Reservations are $45 per person in advance and include a chance at winning valuable prizes. Learn more and make your reservations
here or by calling Jackie at 216-252-6559, ext. 1000.
Thanks to our sponsors: Rocksolid Stone Works, AMP 150, Public House, and Puritas Nursery.
Winter Wonderland Returns to Kamm's Corners
Join the fun under the clock at 6 p.m. on Friday, December 4, as
friends and neighbors gather for a mini-concert and sing-along with the
St. Joseph Academy Chorale under the stars at Rocky River Drive and Lorain Avenue.
Sip hot chocolate from the
West Park Kiwanis Club and enjoy the ceremonial turning on of the lights followed by the arrival of Santa and Mrs. Claus from the north by horse-drawn sleigh! They'll leave the sleigh behind to greet the families and lead everyone to Kamms Plaza for a free indoor Star Wars-themed Winter Wonderland, complete with comic books, crafts, refreshments, and pictures with Santa and Mrs. Claus.
Sleigh rides around the plaza are set for that night and will continue free of charge on Friday, December 11 and 18. The complimentary sleigh rides depart from the tower corner at 6 p.m. on December 11 and 18, with the last trip leaving around 7:40 p.m. Heavy rain or ice will cause the rides to be cancelled. Bundle up and enjoy this family friendly treat!
Shop Kamm's Corners Farmers Market Indoors on Sunday, December 13
Fill your shopping bags with goodies for your table from an impressive array of seasonal local foods, produce, and hand crafted items at the
Kamm's Corners Farmers Market, held from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Sunday, December 13, at the Cretan Center, 3853 West 168th Street.
Hear live acoustic music while you shop performed by market musicians. Hot chicken soup, gyros, and Greek specialties will be available from
City Club Catering Master Chef, Steve Nikolakis.
More than 20 market members will bring the best foods and products Ohio has to offer! Credit, debit, and EBT cards are accepted. For more information, visit the website
here.
Train Displays Return to Puritas Nursery
Once again,
Puritas Nursery, 19201 Puritas Avenue, features its
free annual holiday display of model trains through New Year's Eve. Three distinct layouts feature 14 trains. Children may visit Santa on Saturday, December 5 and 12, from 1 to 3 p.m. Bring your camera for this great photo opportunity.
The displays are open Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. and on weekends from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. The nursery closes at 3 p.m. on Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve. Call 216-267-5350 for more information. See photo galleries
here.
Brighten a Needy Child's Christmas
West Park Dental, 17001 Albers Avenue, is a drop-off location for the U.S. Marine Corp Toys for Tots campaign through December 12. Members of the local Star Trek fan club, The USS Challenger, will also be collecting toys at Savor the Moment, 4080 Rocky River Drive. The mission of Toys for Tots is to help needy children throughout the United States experience the joys of Christmas. The Reserve Unit in Brookpark will be distributing the toys. Drop off new, unwrapped toys anytime during business hours. You may call West Park Dental at 216-941-5535 or Savor the Moment at 216-941-3014 for more information.
Alber Renovation Complete 
Construction is finished on the facade renovation of the
Alber Building, 17019-25 Lorain Avenue. The historic character of the building was retained while enhancing its curb appeal. With assistance from the
City of Cleveland's Storefront Renovation Program, the renovations included replacing all the storefront windows and doors, uncovering historic building details, installing decorative light fixtures, and making masonry repairs. Other improvements include replacing the old boiler heating system to individual HVAC units, repaving the rear parking lot, and updating the building's electrical service.
For more information about the building or the Storefront Renovation Program, please contact Ben Campbell of KCDC at
[email protected] or 216-252-6559, ext. 1200.
A Rave Review for Thai Elephant
The perfect place to try your favorite Thai dish or introduce yourself to the Thai dining experience is Thai Elephant, 17015 Lorain Avenue. See a new review here. It is open 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. from Monday through Thursday; 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Friday and Saturday; noon to 9 p.m. on Sunday. Call 216-671-9999 to place an order.
