In this Mentor Local Buzz Issue…

 🌞 Mentor Weather - Partly Cloudy, Windy, Not as Humid - Temps 75-78

 🎉 Mentor Live Events - 50+ Live Events and Growing!

🤹‍♀️ Join the Summer Garden Party at Wildwood on July 20

 🎶 Gimme Sugar to Headline Tunes at the Lagoons on Friday

 📰 Mentor Holds 36% of County's Industrial Space w/ 1.3% Vacancy

 📰 Mentor's Office Market Sees Significant Decrease in Vacancy Rates

 🚧 Munson Road / SR-2 Overpass in Mentor to Close for 30 Days

 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Special Section: The Pet Corner: 🐩 Pet Myth Busters: Common Misconceptions About Cats and Dogs

 🐶 Welcome a New Puppy Friend into Your Home Today

⚾ Matt Vierling’s Heroics Lead Tigers to 5-4 Win Over Guardians

 🍔 Who Has the Best Burger in Mentor?

 🤔 Trivia Question

 🤣 Something Funny

Mentor Live Events - JUL 11

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🤹‍♀️ Join the Summer Garden Party at Wildwood Cultural Center on July 20

The Mentor Community Arts Commission invites the public to "A Summer Garden Party," an enchanting evening of art, music, and history on Saturday, July 20, 2024, from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM at the Wildwood Cultural Center.

Guests will enjoy live music throughout the evening, featuring performances by Latin guitarist Victor Samalot and groups playing dulcimer and ukulele. Working artists will be on-site, sketching and painting, while the Cleveland Museum of Art presents the "Cleveland, Cradle of Creativity: Artists of Our Region" exhibit, with interpretive guidance from two docents.

The event also offers a variety of interactive activities, including comedy entertainment, drop-in ballroom dancing lessons, stained glass demonstrations, and fire juggling. Guests can tour the historic Manor House and receive a complimentary 5x7 personalized photo taken by an on-site photographer.

The evening concludes with a silent auction, providing an opportunity to bid on unique pieces created by the evening’s artists. Hors d’oeuvres and desserts will be available throughout the event.

Tickets are priced at $40.00 each and can be purchased by calling the Wildwood Cultural Center at 440-974-5735. This event is for guests aged 21 and over. Proceeds support the Mentor Community Art Commission’s Student Showcase.

The Wildwood Cultural Center is located at 7645 Little Mountain Road.

Source: cityofmentor.com

 🎶 Gimme Sugar to Headline Tunes at the Lagoons in Mentor on Friday July 12

Gimme Sugar, Cleveland's premier Rolling Stones tribute band, had its beginnings on March 3, 2019, when the founding members performed at the Stadium Grill in Mentor, Ohio, to raise funds for a friend who had suffered a major medical setback. This friend was a passionate Rolling Stones fan, and the band performed several of the iconic group's hits that day. This marked the beginning of Gimme Sugar's journey.

Now entering its fourth season, Tunes at the Lagoons returns to the Mentor Lagoons Marina for Friday night performances by the water this summer. The 2024 schedule features two performances per month, showcasing popular local bands.

On July 12, 2024, Gimme Sugar will take the stage, delivering their celebrated Rolling Stones tribute from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM. Attendees can enjoy food and refreshments from popular local food trucks and a selection of beers and wines for those 21 and over. With field seating available, attendees are encouraged to bring a lawn chair or blanket for comfort.

📰 Mentor Contributes 36% of Lake County's Industrial Space with 1.3% Vacancy

The Cleveland 2nd Quarter 2024 Industrial Market Report by CoStar tracks approximately 452 million square feet of industrial space across eight counties: Ashtabula, Cuyahoga, Geauga, Lake, Lorain, Portage, Medina, and Summit. The report shows a 2nd Quarter vacancy rate of 3.2%, which is a decrease of 0.4% from the 1st Quarter of 2024 and an increase of 0.5% from the 2nd Quarter of 2023.

In Lake County, the industrial market encompasses around 40 million square feet within 1,347 buildings. Mentor is a significant contributor, accounting for about 14 million square feet, or 36% of the county’s total industrial space. Lake County’s vacancy rate stands at 2.2%, a slight decrease of 0.1% from the 1st Quarter of 2024, and unchanged from the same period last year.

The City of Mentor specifically has 190 thousand square feet, or 1.3%, of its industrial space vacant. This is a drop from the 1st Quarter of 2024 when the vacancy rate was 1.5%, aligning with the rate from a year ago. The largest available industrial spaces in Mentor include 125,000 square feet at 7800 Tyler Blvd., 112,594 square feet at 8100 Tyler Blvd., and 73,550 square feet at 8820 East Ave.

This data has been prepared by the City of Mentor, Planning & Development Department as of July 2024.

Source: cityofmentor.com

📰 Mentor's Office Market Sees Significant Decrease in Vacancy Rates

The Cleveland 2nd Quarter 2024 Office Market Report by CoStar highlights an 8.7% vacancy rate for office spaces across eight counties. Lake County's office market, with a 3.6% vacancy rate, includes Mentor, which has a 3.0% vacancy rate in its 1.5 million square feet of office space. The largest available office spaces in Mentor are located on Tyler Blvd. and Mentor Ave.

See further details at cityofmentor.com

🚧 Munson Road / SR-2 Overpass in Mentor to Close for 30 Days

The city of Mentor has announced that the Munson Road/SR-2 overpass will be closed starting July 15, 2024, due to a bridge maintenance project by the Ohio Department of Transportation. The closure is expected to last for no more than 30 days. Detour signs will be posted to guide motorists, who are encouraged to seek alternative routes and plan their travel accordingly.

Read More Here CityofMentor or transportation.ohio.gov

🐩 Pet Myth Busters: Common Misconceptions About Cats and Dogs

Pet Myths and Facts - Debunking Common Pet Myths

1. Myth: Cats Always Land on Their Feet

- Fact: While cats have a righting reflex that helps them land on their feet most of the time, they can still get injured from falls, especially from great heights or awkward angles.

2. Myth: Dogs Eat Grass Only When They Are Sick

- Fact: Dogs eat grass for various reasons, including boredom, enjoying the taste, or aiding digestion. It's not always a sign of illness.

3. Myth: A Wagging Tail Means a Dog is Happy

- Fact: While a wagging tail can indicate happiness, it can also signal anxiety, fear, or aggression. The context and other body language cues are crucial for interpretation.

4. Myth: Cats Are Solitary and Don’t Need Social Interaction

- Fact: Cats can be very social and enjoy interaction with humans and other animals. They often benefit from companionship and mental stimulation.

5. Myth: A Warm, Dry Nose Means a Dog is Sick

- Fact: A dog’s nose can vary in temperature and moisture throughout the day for various reasons, not necessarily indicating illness. Overall health signs are more reliable.

6. Myth: You Can't Teach an Old Dog New Tricks

- Fact: Dogs of any age can learn new tricks and behaviors with patience and consistent training. Older dogs may take longer to learn, but they are definitely capable.

7. Myth: Cats Will Suck the Breath Out of Babies

- Fact: This old wives' tale is completely false. Cats may be curious about new babies, but they do not pose any such danger.

8. Myth: Dogs See in Black and White

- Fact: Dogs can see some colors, primarily blues and yellows. Their color vision is not as vivid as humans', but they do not see the world in black and white.

9. Myth: Indoor Cats Don’t Need Vaccinations

- Fact: Even indoor cats can be at risk for certain diseases. Vaccinations are an essential part of their health care to protect against unexpected exposures.

10. Myth: A Dog's Mouth is Cleaner Than a Human’s

- Fact: Both dogs and humans have bacteria in their mouths. The cleanliness depends on various factors, including diet and dental care. Neither is inherently cleaner than the other.

11. Myth: Cats Purr Only When They Are Happy

- Fact: While cats do purr when content, they also purr when stressed, in pain, or seeking comfort. Purring is a complex behavior with multiple meanings.

12. Myth: Dogs Age Seven Years for Every Human Year

- Fact: Dog aging is more complex and depends on size and breed. Smaller breeds tend to live longer and age more slowly than larger breeds.

13. Myth: You Should Let Dogs Fight to Establish Dominance

- Fact: Allowing dogs to fight can lead to injuries and long-term behavioral issues. It's better to manage introductions and interactions to ensure safety and harmony.

14. Myth: Cats Can Drink Milk

- Fact: Many cats are lactose intolerant, and drinking milk can cause digestive upset. Water is the best drink for cats.

15. Myth: You Can Leave Your Dog Alone for Hours If They Have Food and Water

- Fact: Dogs are social animals and need interaction and mental stimulation. Long periods of isolation can lead to anxiety and behavioral problems.

Including a section on these myths and facts in your newsletter can educate pet owners and promote better care and understanding of their furry friends.

🐶 Welcome a New Puppy Friend into Your Home Today

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⚾ Matt Vierling’s Heroics Lead Tigers to 5-4 Win Over Guardians

The Detroit Tigers secured a 5-4 victory over the Cleveland Guardians on Wednesday night, highlighted by Matt Vierling's home run and three RBIs.

Reese Olson (4-8) continued his strong performance, improving to 3-0 with a 2.40 ERA over his past five starts. He allowed three runs on six hits across six innings, contributing to Detroit's fifth win in six games.

Heading into the ninth inning with a 5-3 lead, the Tigers faced a challenge as Alex Faedo issued two walks and a wild pitch, putting the tying run in scoring position. Andres Gimenez then closed the gap to 5-4 with a sacrifice fly, advancing Gabriel Arias to third. Jason Foley replaced Faedo and induced a grounder to first from Tyler Freeman. Gio Urshela threw out Arias at home in a rundown, preventing the tying run.

“We instructed Gabe to go on contact and ensure Freeman got into scoring position,” Guardians manager Stephen Vogt said. “He executed perfectly.”

Arias managed to force five throws before being tagged out.

“We probably made more throws than necessary,” Vierling commented. “It got dicey, but we secured the out.”

Foley intentionally walked Brayan Rocchio, and a wild pitch advanced the runners to second and third. However, Foley retired Austin Hedges on a grounder to earn his 15th save.

“We got the matchup we wanted but didn't expect the wild pitch,” Tigers manager A.J. Hinch said. “A win is a win.”

Tanner Bibee (7-4) struggled, allowing four runs on five hits over seven innings. He is now 0-3 with a 6.98 ERA in four starts against the Tigers.

The Tigers initially took a 2-0 lead with Colt Keith's RBI triple and Vierling's sacrifice fly in the first inning. Angel Martinez tied the game with a two-run double in the third. Vierling responded with a two-run homer to make it 4-2.

Daniel Schneemann hit a solo home run in the fourth, making it 4-3. Andy Ibanez extended Detroit's lead with a pinch-hit homer in the eighth.

Jose Ramirez, who had reached base seven consecutive times, went 1 for 4 after singling in the first inning.

🍔 Who Has the Best Burger in Mentor?

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 🤣 Something Funny 🤣

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