Lakeside welcomes four key speakers to the Chautauqua Lectures Series for Social Justice Week. These speakers will bring diverse themes and backgrounds to each day, including implicit bias and racial justice, Juneteenth, healing old wounds, and social justice and reconciliation in sports. Among the speakers are Lisa McDuffie, President/CEO of the YWCA of Northwest Ohio; Dr. Monita Mungo, Professor of Sociology at the University of Toledo; Charles Allen, Lakeside Chautauqua COO; and Luke Witte, former Ohio State University and Cleveland Cavaliers basketball player. To view this week's schedule of events in Lakeside, visit lakesideohio.com/calendar or read the Lakesider newspaper.

10:30 a.m., Sunday | Hoover Auditorium

Lakeside is pleased to welcome Dr. Jacqueline Bussie, Executive Director of the Collegeville Institute in Collegeville, Minnesota, to lead the 10:30 a.m. Chautauqua Community Worship Service for Lutheran Chautauqua Week on Sunday, June 19. Her sermon, titled "God's Wise Advice: Stop the 'Pointing of the Finger,'" is based on Isaiah 58:1-12. The Preacher of the Week is supported in part by the 102nd Lutheran Chautauqua.

12-5 p.m., Saturday

More than 50 classic cars will be on display at the Collector Car Show. This fun family event invites car enthusiasts of all ages to get an up close and personal look at some of the most beautiful classic and vintage cars in the area.

Tennis Clinic with JoAnne Russell & Steve Vaughan

Lakeside welcomes tennis professionals JoAnne Russell and Steve Vaughan to lead a Tennis Clinic from June 21-24. Players of all ages and ability levels can benefit from improving their skills at this popular clinic. Register online.

Visit Lakeside for the 2nd annual show spotlighting jewelry and accessories. The show will feature hand-crafted jewelry and other fashionable items such as purses, scarves, hats, and more. 

On Friday afternoons, the Lakeside Women's Club hosts Book Reviews. This week, Barb Hoffman will review Mitch Album's Stranger in the Lifeboat, and Claudia Haskins will discuss The Indigo Girl. You do not have to have read the book to attend this event.

The Climate Change series continues with Jason West discussing our understanding of climate change and air pollution through history, their links with global health, and how both can be solved through coordinated actions limiting fossil fuel use.

Dr. Arnold Oliver and Chris Appleton's lecture tells the story of the origin and rebirth of the Golden Rule, a peace vessel that set sail in 1958 to halt nuclear testing in the atmosphere and inspired the many peacemakers and peace ships that followed. 

We Banjo 3 combines the jet-fueled tempos and rhythms of jamgrass with the melody lines of traditional Irish music to get audiences dancing. The band blends traditions of Americana, Bluegrass, and Celtic music with pop-sensible songs to create a truly unique and gratifying signature sound.

If you like original and classic tunes featuring slide guitar and soulful vocals, check out Austin Walkin' Cane & Friends at the Steele Memorial Bandstand. This concert is a blues gumbo repertoire that can conjure up the ghosts of Highway 61 and the delta blues experience.

The Rodney Marsalis Philadelphia Big Brass is America’s premier large brass ensemble. This group reflects the diverse makeup of men and women in the American culture and is dedicated to the notion that music is a gift to be enjoyed by everyone.

Small-town sibling trio Girl Named Tom seeks to create harmony in a world divided. With their distinctive harmonies and heartfelt performances, Bekah, Joshua and Caleb Liechty won the hearts of America while becoming the only group to ever win NBC’s “The Voice.” In addition to their chart-topping covers, Girl Named Tom writes original music that has them well on their way to becoming the best-known harmony trio of their generation.

10:30 a.m. & 3:30 p.m., Monday

Lisa McDuffie's 10:30 a.m. lecture is titled “Let’s Check Your Implicit Bias,” where she talks about what it is and the first steps to dismantle it. “Racial Justice 101” is the title of her 3:30 p.m. lecture, where she discusses how the racial inequity that exists today is the direct result of structural racism. What happened and what’s the issue now?

3:30 p.m., Tuesday

Dr. Monita Mungo's lecture, “Juneteenth: Jubilee, History, & Hope,” will examine the history and early celebrations of June 19, 1865, Juneteenth. The presentation will include consideration of some cultural traditions that are followed on this holiday, including food selections, activities and speeches about the history of slavery and its modern impact.

Charles Allen, Lakeside Chautauqua COO, will discuss "Hope & the Role Church has Shaped Social Justice." Things are changing, but we still have work to do: faith, hope, love and action will bring healing to old wounds. Although many of our houses of worship remain segregated, things are beginning to change.

Luke Witte, former Ohio State University and Cleveland Cavaliers basketball player, will share highlights of his career and calling, both in basketball and to ministry on Tuesday. On Wednesday, Witte will discuss the historic brawl between the OSU and Minnesota basketball teams, the worst fight in college sports history. He will also lead a youth basketball camp on Tuesday and Wednesday from 2-3 p.m. in Bettinger Park. Witte's appearance is supported by Bob & Cindy Grimm. 

The Lakeside Chautauqua Volunteer Corps is an opportunity for Lakesiders of all ages to help fill the gap of labor in Lakeside. Many Lakesiders already volunteer, and we deeply appreciate all of their hard work and dedication to maintain and enhance our special community. Now, we’re looking for additional passionate Lakesiders to step up and join them as part of the Volunteer Corps. You can use your time and talent to make a difference in the community. To view volunteer opportunities and sign up, visit lakesideohio.com/volunteer.

Lakeside Talent Show audition deadline June 27

Whether you’re a musician, dancer, juggler, poet or comedian, there might be a spot for you in the Lakeside Talent Show on July 21. Songwriter and performer Jon Torrence will serve as the Master of Ceremonies. To audition, performers are asked to submit a video of their act, no longer than 3 minutes. If selected to perform in the show, acts should be no longer than 5 minutes. All acts must be Lakeside appropriate and family friendly. The deadline to submit an audition video is June 27. Click for additional audition guidelines.

Lakeside is pleased to announce that Samuel Chelliah has been promoted to Vice President of Finance. Providing senior leadership to the Finance Department, Chelliah will administer budgets, conduct financial planning and business forecasting, and analyze Lakeside’s financial strengths and opportunities. He will also work closely with President & CEO Kip Greenhill and COO Charles Allen, as well as the Lakeside Chautauqua Board of Directors’ Finance and Audit Committees throughout the year.  

Chelliah started at Lakeside in March 2021 as the Controller. “Samuel has done an outstanding job in the Controller role,” Greenhill said. “He’s a versatile and seasoned finance executive with a unique skillset to help Lakeside progress. Samuel will be a true asset to our leadership team.” Read more.

Stop by our Farmers' Market, located near the Lakeside Schoolhouse, to shop for the best variety of seasonal produce, baked goods, cut flowers, honey and much more.

The Rhein Center provides a wide variety of classes in fine arts, crafts, performing arts and special interests for students of every age throughout the summer. Register online, by phone (419) 798-4461, ext. 276 or in-person. 

During the summer, enjoy 30-minute Wooden Boat Rides from 6-8 p.m. $26 for adults and $10 for youth (ages 4-12). One-hour Sunset Cruises run 8-9 p.m. $40 for adults and $15 for youth (ages 4-12). Register and view additional details.

This traditional church setting, led by the Rev. Karen Graham, offers a vibrant style of worship using inspirational song and motivational words. The service is recorded for viewing at home and posted as soon as it is available.

Join worship leaders John and Bonnie Wilkie on the Pavilion West Deck for an evening of praise music, traditional hymns, moments of reflection and spiritual renewal against the beautiful backdrop of the sun setting on Lake Erie and the islands.

Join the Preacher of the Week, the Dr. Jacqueline Bussie, for a half-hour evening worship service at the Steele Memorial Bandstand overlooking Lake Erie. Vespers includes a brief homily ("The Unity of Love") following a time of singing and prayer.

Bring the entire family to Hoover for a memorable evening of singing, dancing, and “more fun than a kid should be allowed to have” with Chip Richter & The Munks. Chip Richter, an award-winning children’s singer-songwriter, is widely known for his feel-good shows, heartfelt music, endearing storytelling, and gentle spirit that soothes the soul of parents and grandparents as much as children. 

Gather Lakeside friends and family to watch the sunset and celebrate the first day of summer. Join percussionist Dylan Moffitt to follow the beat of the drums and create your own rhythm as you tap your thighs, a drum, a rattle or other percussion instruments.

Representatives from the Ohio Sea Grant and Stone Laboratory lead a series of science, nature and Lake Erie programs. These programs for all ages include lectures and opportunities for hands-on learning. This week, Sarah Orlando will present on aquatic invasives.

This informal worship service at the Steele Memorial Bandstand includes prayer requests, a variety of Christian hymns and contemporary songs, an inspiring message, and the Sacrament of Holy Communion (with individual commercially packaged communion kits).

The Norma Faris Ohio Pre-Teen Doubles Shuffleboard Tournament will take place Tuesday and the Norma Faris Ohio Junior Doubles Shuffleboard Tournament will be held Thursday. There is no tournament entry fee, and all equipment is provided. Sign-up at the courts opens at 8:30 a.m. on each day and closes promptly at 9 a.m. Play begins shortly after entries close. The tournaments break for lunch and play concludes by mid-afternoon. Players must wear closed-toe shoes.

The World’s Largest Swimming Lesson (WLSL) will take place over the course of 24 hours at host locations across the world. All are invited to participate at Lakeside's event. This event serves as a platform to help fight childhood drowning by building awareness about the fundamental importance of teaching children to swim.

Lakeside Chautauqua requires guests and residents to purchase a Chautauqua Pass and Auto Pass to enter the grounds between May 27-Sept. 5, 2022. There are a variety of Chautauqua Passes and Auto Passes to choose from depending on the length of your visit. Guests ages 4 & under and 90 & older enjoy free admission. View 2022 Admission & Parking Fees.

Purchasing a Chautauqua Pass and Auto Pass includes admittance to the grounds, as well as access to entertainment in Hoover Auditorium, the Pool (on a first-come, first-served basis), Wellness Center, and a variety of religious, educational, cultural arts, and recreational opportunities. Learn more about the value of your Chautauqua Pass.

For your convenience, purchase Daily, Weekly and Season Chautauqua Passes and Auto Passes online with added benefits this year. You can also purchase passes at the Hoover Ticket Office, located at 115 W. Third Street, or upon entering the gates of Lakeside during the gated season from May 27-Sept. 5, 2022. All passes are valid from the time of purchase until 7 p.m. the following day.

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