Primetime

Come join us as we hear Marnie Albers, curator of the dolls at the Chagrin Falls Historical Society, talk about nine marionettes that were made by a group of young mothers from Federated Church back in the 1950s!
We will learn how these Marionettes came to be, who made them, and how they were used. Also, how much work it was to clean them up. It’s a very interesting story you won’t want to miss!

We will have some finger sandwiches and pastries along with tea, of course.

After Marnie’s presentation, we will have a tour of the museum. You will see painter Max Barnard’s work in the Bo Burr Community Room where we will have our presentation. Max Barnard completed over 2,000 works over a nearly 30-year period, using mostly house paint! At the same time, we’ll be able to experience their featured exhibit, The Wars through Their Eyes: Chagrin Valley Veterans.

Cost: $15.

Call 440.247.6490 by May 22 to RSVP.

On December 4, 1956, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins and Elvis Presley fatefully found themselves together in a Memphis recording studio. The historic rock ‘n’ roll jam session that resulted was electrifying.

Step back in time to experience this irresistible tale of broken promises, secrets and celebrations – which boasts powerhouse performances and an incredible score of rock ‘n’ roll, R&B and country hits, including “Blue Suede Shoes,” “Fever,” “Walk the Line,” “Great Balls of Fire,” “Folsom Prison Blues,” “Whole Lotta Shakin’ Goin’ On,” “Hound Dog” and more.

Cost: $28

RSVP to 440.247.6490 by May 8. (Max 30 people)

Residing in A.I. Root’s original beekeeping and candle factory built in 1878, discover Ohio’s oldest candle manufacturer to find unique and stylish home accents.

Then it’s off to dine at the Sérénité Restaurant which is steeped in tradition and care for the community. Restaurateur Brandon Chrostowski will offer a unique experience with seasonal, classic French cuisine in the midst of Medina’s Historic District. The restaurant has a mission: to eat well and do good. Dinner on your own.

Cost: $8

RSVP to 440.247.6490 by June 10. (Max 20 people)

Back by popular demand! We went on this trip two years ago and we were so impressed with the singing married duo, Hey Mavis, that we are going back.

Hey Mavis will interweave music, storytelling and history in an engaging performance that features original songs and artwork from their book/CD “Silver Ribbon Dream – Songs & Stories of the Ohio & Erie Canal.” The group has performed standing-room-only shows at the Xerox Rochester International Jazz Festival as well as nine consecutive sold-out concerts in their hometown of Akron, Ohio. In 2018, Melissa Etheridge hand-picked Hey Mavis to be one of the headliners for her music cruise.

Laurie Michelle Caner (vocals, banjo, songwriting) is a homeschooling mom, a songwriter and Ms. May in the 2015 Banjo Babes Calendar. Yes, she’s pretty. Her husband, Eddie Caner (violin, viola profunda) spent a dozen years performing as a sideman in national touring bands and orchestras, including Luciano Pavarotti, Smokey Robinson and Natalie Cole. He spends his free time as a physics instructor at Case Western Reserve University.

Cruising down the canal while being pulled by beautiful horses and listening to some lovely music – it just doesn’t get any better than that. Afterward we will have dinner at Canal Grille. (On your own).

Cost: $28

RSVP to 440.247.6490 by June 17. (Max 25 people)