Nurseries In Lake County : 2018 Ladies Who Lunch
at the Lake County History Center 415 Riverside Dr., Painesville, OH
June 21, 2018 12-2 pm
Dine while you enjoy a presentation on the once booming local nursery industry, making many companies renowned both nationally and worldwide. Learn the stories of particular companies and their workers and how they’ve left a lasting impact on the area.
This is part of a fun, educational series returning for the summer months on three Thursdays at noon. There will be a light lunch, followed by a presentation on summer topics.
Note: Minimum 15 people to run the program. Reservations required.
Cost: $18 (non-LCHS member); $15 (LCHS member discount). Ticket includes presentation & meal. Buy online: 
by mail, or by phone: Need more information? Or interested in buying the full Dine Around series of three programs at a discount? Call 440-639-2945.
Those Quirky Victorians : 2018 Ladies Who Lunch
at the Lake County History Center 415 Riverside Dr., Painesville, OH
July 19, 2018 12-2 pm
Etiquette and social norms of the Victorians were complicated by peculiar beliefs & superstitions: a preoccupation with death & mourning; elaborate & exhaustive rules of etiquette; odd, even painful, fashions dictated by one’s standing in society. Strange hobbies, foods, literature & music – these were all a part of the times known as the Victorian era. Come join us as we examine the quirks of the period and compare how things have changed for better or for worse. Dine while you enjoy the presentation.
This is part of a fun, educational series returning for the summer months on three Thursdays at noon. There will be a light lunch, followed by a presentation on summer topics.
Note: Minimum 15 people to run the program. Reservations required.
Cost: $18 (non-LCHS member); $15 (LCHS member discount). Ticket includes presentation & meal. Buy online: by mail, or by phone: Need more information? Call 440-639-2945.
Taverns In Lake County : 2018 Ladies Who Lunch
at the Lake County History Center 415 Riverside Dr., Painesville, OH
August 16, 2018 12-2 pm
Taverns played an important part in the settling of Lake County & the rest of the Western Reserve . They were the community centers of their day – church, school, town hall and social gathering places. Come hear the early stories of our taverns, including how Johnnycake Tavern got its name and why Frank Bryant had to race to catch a coach. Dine while you enjoy the presentation.
This is part of a fun, educational series returning for the summer months on three Thursdays at noon. There will be a light lunch, followed by a presentation on summer topics. Need more information? Call 440-639-2945.
Note: Minimum 15 people to run the program. Reservations required.
Cost: $18 (non-LCHS member); $15 (LCHS member discount). Ticket includes presentation & meal. Buy online: by mail, or by phone: Need more information? Call 440-639-2945.
Kids’ Night Out 6:00–9:00pm at the Lake County History Center 415 Riverside Dr., Painesville, OH
Parents, enjoy a Friday night off! Let your little ones have fun with our brand new kids’ program. Vintage activities, crafts, and games will be the highlight of this historic evening. Weather permitting, outdoor fun will be included—the perfect opportunity to burn off the included pizza and snacks. Choose from one (or all) of our three Friday night dates! This program is available for kids aged 4 -10.
Sep 14—Autumn Activites
Dec 14—Victorian Christmas
Tickets: $25 (non-member); $22 (LCHS member discount); $12 for each additional child in group. Buy online: Order by mail or by phone: 440-639-2945.
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