Discover spooky Halloween finds at Transitional Design’s Fall Fling: Talk of the Towns

BROADVIEW HEIGHTS, Ohio – Get ready to kick off the fall season in style at Transitional Design’s annual fall event. Friday, Sept. September 6th and Saturday, September 7th from 10am to 5pm, visit Transitional Design at 601 Towpath Rd., Broadview Heights for a day of raffles, refreshments and exclusive decorating demonstrations from their talented design team.

As soon as you walk through the doors, you’ll be greeted by an amazing Halloween display designed by none other than Transitional Design Senior Designer Janet Clover. This year’s collection, which includes a variety of festive Halloween decorations, costumes and wigs, is sure to impress. The items come from a longtime shipper known for hosting great Halloween parties over the years. Now, these high-quality items are available to bring the spooky season into your home.

Transitional Design has been hosting FallFling for years to kick off the season, and this year promises to be more fun and festive than ever. Janet Clover, who has a wealth of experience in graphic arts and commercial design, has been with Transitional Design since 2008. With decades of experience, Janet’s creative vision shines through in every display and floor at Transitional Design.

In addition to seasonal decorating, Transitional Design offers a wide range of services, including residential and commercial design, senior move management and property cleaning. And don’t forget their fabulous resale shop and online auctions.

Don’t miss your chance to enjoy this seasonal holiday and shop for unique Halloween items and fall decor. For more information, visit www.transitionaldesign.com.

Community tailgate: Don’t miss the community tailgate on Friday, September 6th from 5:00pm to 6:30pm at Strongsville High School. More than 40 local businesses and organizations will participate with games, food, music and fun for the whole family.

And make sure your plans include staying at the SHS Varsity football game. The Mustangs take on the Berea-Midpark Titans at 7 p.m. Were you a member of past Strongsville High School football teams? Friday, September 6 will also feature the first SHS Alumni Football Night. Register at https://tinyurl.com/SHSAlumniFBNight and stop by the Football Alumni tent at the Community Tailgate if you plan to attend the game.

garden club: Witness “Murder and Mayhem in the Garden” at the September 12 meeting of the Emerald Necklace Garden Club.

Phyllis Mihalik, landscape designer and MasterGardener, will enlighten members on what goes on in their gardens when no one is looking. Mihalik will explain why gardeners are their garden’s worst enemy and why their gardens survive, yet.

ENGC meets the second Thursday of each month except July and August at 9:15 a.m. at Christ the Redeemer Lutheran Church, 9201 Brecksville Rd. Guests are always welcome to attend meetings. Visit www.EmeraldNecklaceGardenClub.org

for information about meetings, special events and other club activities. Join the Emerald Necklace Book Page for club information and exciting garden news.

ENGC will also sponsor the “Posies in Pots” Children’s Flower Arrangement Table at the Brecksville Metroparks Annual Fall Festival on Sunday, September 29 from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., using flowers donated from member gardens and florists local, children. they can make their own arrangements in wet oasis-filled cat food boxes and learn how to care for their creations. Sponsoring the “Posies in Pots” meal has been a tradition for the club for years.

Autumn Festival: Cleveland Metroparks invites the public to step back in time at its FallFest event, an 18th-century festival where attendees can immerse themselves in the ways of the past through hands-on activities and demonstrations.

The event takes place on Sunday, September 29, from 11:00 am. to 4:00 PM at the Meadows Picnic Area in the Brecksville Reservation. Admission is free and open to all ages. Food and souvenirs will be available for sale.

The festival will include candle making, butter jewelry, blacksmithing demonstrations, folk music and a magic show. Hay rides, pumpkin crafts, archery, fall displays and photo opportunities are all new this year.

Free parking is available on site, with a shuttle running from the Brecksville Nature Center parking lot to transport attendees.

For more information about FallFest, call 440-526-1012.

Celebration and Joy:On Friday, Sept. 13, the North Royalton Educational Foundation will host its annual “Friday Night Bites,” promising an evening of delicious food and exciting pregame festivities.

Set against the backdrop of North Royalton Middle School’s back parking lot, this family-friendly event will run from 4 to 7 p.m. giving the school community a chance to eat something from local food trucks. These include Jolly’s Pizza & Pub, Barrio, Swensons and PopCulture CLE Dessert Shop.

The main attraction of the evening will be the football matchup between the North Royalton Bears and their rivals, the Brecksville-Broadview Heights Bees. This local showdown is expected to draw a large crowd, and Friday Night Bites serves as the ideal pre-game celebration.

“We are excited to bring the community together for this event,” said North Royalton Educational Foundation board member Sally Newman. “It’s a great opportunity for families and friends to enjoy good food and company while building excitement for our team.”

The event not only promises to be a fun-filled evening, but also supports the Educational Foundation’s mission to enhance educational experiences for North Royalton students.

Residents are encouraged to come early, enjoy the variety of food options and join in the community spirit before cheering the Bears on to victory.

Shattered Day: The wildly popular Shred Your Documents Day for Brecksville residents and businesses returns this Saturday, September 14th from 9am to noon at the Brecksville Municipal Parking Lot adjacent to the Fire Station and Service Department on Brecksville Rd.

The city is asking everyone who attends to make a voluntary donation of canned goods for the Brecksville Pantry, which provides food to low-income families on a monthly basis. The pantry always needs peanut butter and jelly, spaghetti and sauce, canned vegetables, canned fruit, cereal, paper products, soap and toothpaste. No beans of any kind are needed. Gift cards from Heinen’s and Marc’s for the purchase of meat and orange juice are greatly appreciated.

Check the expiration date of each item. It is unfortunate that a significant amount of obsolete goods are thrown away after each shredding day.

Prize Winner: North Royalton School Board President Jackie Arendt received the Ohio School Association’s recognition award. This is a distinct award and is part of the OSBA STAR Awards—Service, Training, Aptitude and Recognition program.

“Your efforts reflect a real commitment to public education and the importance you place on your role as a school board member. Thank you for your dedication,” said Gwen Samet, senior administrative assistant of leadership and board services, Ohio School Boards Association.

This award is given to a very select group. Of the more than 3,400 board members in Ohio, only 14 will receive the recognition award in 2024. The OSBA will formally recognize Arendt for this achievement at the Northeast Ohio Region Fall Conference on Oct. 2 at the GalaxyRestaurant and Banquet Center in Wadsworth.

clambake time: It’s the 55th annual Brecksville Firemen’s Association Saturday, September 7th from 6:00pm to midnight at the Brecksville Horticulture Building at 6916 Stadium Dr.

Tickets must be purchased in advance at any fire station or by calling the fire department at 440-526-2640.

Serving is from 6:00pm to 9:00pm with dancing from 8:00pm until midnight with DJ Don “Action Jackson” long afternoon host on Majic 105.7.

The Ohio State-WesternMichigan game will be shown on the big screen.

Proceeds benefit the Firefighters Association’s philanthropic activities.

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