In this Issue of Mentor Local Buzz 🐝

🌤️ Weather: Mix of Sun and Clouds, Possible T-Storms Late - Temp 81-84

 📢 Local Events from Mentor & the Area: MentorLocalBuzz.com/Events!

 📰 Local News: 🎉Willoughby ArtsFest Today with 160+ Artists & All-Day Fun

 🎉 Painesville Party in the Park Has Returned with Music, Food, and Family Fun

 🚧 Overnight Roadwork Set for SR-44 Between July 18–25

 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Food & Recipes: 🥦 Rustic Italian Comfort: Fregola Sarda with Roasted Broccolini and Basil

 🥗 Classic Mezze Salad Gets a Fresh Twist with Cucumber and Garlic

⚾ Sports: ⚾ Rodríguez Homers, Cecconi Shines as Guardians Hold Off A’s

⚾ Captains Sink TinCaps 4-2 Behind Bullpen Brilliance

 🤔 Trivia Question

 🤣 Something Funny

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🎉 Willoughby ArtsFest Returns Today with 160+ Artists and All-Day Fun

Historic Downtown Willoughby will come alive with art and community spirit on this morning as the 34th Annual Willoughby ArtsFest returns from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM. This beloved summer event showcases over 160 juried artists, including 50 newcomers, offering everything from fine art and photography to ceramics and mixed media. ArtsFest draws thousands each year and continues to grow as a regional arts and culture destination.

Live performances will take place at the Entertainment Stage, located at the Gazebo in Pointe Park. Visitors can enjoy eats from 20 specialty food trucks or dine at the popular restaurants throughout downtown.

Families will love the Lakeshore Family Dental Kids Studio, a free hands-on art zone provided by the Willoughby-Eastlake Library and Willoughby Arts Collaborative.

A highlight of the festival is the Auction Tent, where guests can enter to win original artwork from over 100 artists. Tickets are $5, and proceeds benefit WWLCC scholarships and business grants.

Now in its 34th year, ArtsFest is organized by a volunteer committee and made possible by generous sponsors and community support. Admission is free and open to all.

For More Information see the Fantastic video above or visit willoughbyartsfest.com.

🎉 Painesville Party in the Park Has Returned with Music, Food, and Family Fun

Painesville’s downtown square will be alive with music, food, and community spirit as the Painesville Party in the Park returns from Friday, July 18 through Sunday, July 20, 2025. Recognized as Ohio’s largest free music festival, this annual celebration brings together over 25 musical acts, a wide array of food vendors, family-friendly entertainment, and more—all in the heart of Painesville.

The three-day festival offers something for everyone, from rising local talents and award-winning Cleveland-area performers to nationally touring bands. Music lovers can enjoy nonstop live performances on the main stage, while families can take advantage of the Kids Zone, complete with inflatable slides, bounce houses, and a lively Community Stage with magic, juggling, and more.

In addition to the entertainment, visitors can explore local vendors, sample diverse cuisine, and relax in the adult beverage area. Hosted by the Painesville Community Improvement Corporation (PCIC), the entire event is powered by dedicated volunteers and free to attend.

Festival Hours

• Friday, July 18: 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM

• Saturday, July 19: 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM

• Sunday, July 20: 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM
  Location: Painesville Square, 1 Liberty Street, Painesville, OH 44077

Parking Information
Free parking is available in four main lots: the Job & Family Services lot (Main Street), South St. Clair Street lot, East Washington Street lot (former hospital site), and the Sterling Avenue lot. Additional parking may be found in nearby streets, churches, and private lots. Visitors are encouraged to remain alert for increased pedestrian traffic downtown.

For the full music schedule, band bios, and more, visit www.painesvilleimprovement.com/schedule.

🚧 Overnight Roadwork Set for SR-44 Between July 18–25

Motorists traveling through the area should prepare for overnight roadwork as ODOT contractors begin milling and paving along State Route 44. The project will take place between State Route 2 and Lakeshore Boulevard, starting Friday, July 18, and continuing through Friday, July 25, 2025.

Construction crews will be working nightly from 9:00 PM to 5:00 AM to minimize daytime traffic disruption. However, work schedules may shift depending on weather conditions or other unforeseen factors. Drivers are encouraged to use caution when traveling through the work zone and to plan for potential delays.

Source: cityofmentor.com

🥦 Rustic Italian Comfort: Fregola Sarda with Roasted Broccolini and Basil

This vegetarian Italian dish features nutty, chewy fregola sarda pasta paired with roasted broccolini, creamy cannellini beans, and fresh basil, offering a rustic yet refined combination of flavors and textures. A rich and tangy blend of olive oil, garlic, and lemon juice.

Give this recipe a look at themediterraneandish.com.

🥗 Classic Mezze Salad Gets a Fresh Twist with Cucumber and Garlic

You can’t more Mediterranean than a wonderful Tabbouleh!

This classic mezze salad, made with parsley, green onions, tomatoes, and bulgur, gets a flavorful upgrade thanks to crunchy cucumber and garlic, offering a fresh, zesty side perfect for dipping or scooping with pita.

This is a wonderful recipe for the summer. So refreshing, healthy and no stove required! See the full recipe at thepioneerwoman.com.

⚾ Rodríguez Homers, Cecconi Shines as Guardians Hold Off A’s

The Cleveland Guardians held off a late surge from the Oakland Athletics to win 8-6 Friday night at Progressive Field, highlighted by Johnathan Rodríguez’s first MLB home run and Slade Cecconi’s dominant outing.

Rodríguez, previously 11-for-81 in his brief big-league career, launched a fastball into the left-center bleachers in the second inning for a milestone moment. Cleveland exploded for four runs in the third behind David Fry’s two-run homer, an RBI single from Angel Martinez, and a sac fly by Carlos Santana. Brayan Rocchio added a two-run double in the fourth to extend the Guardians’ lead to 7-0.

Cecconi (5-4) delivered a career-best 8 1/3 innings, allowing six runs on eight hits. He retired the first 12 batters he faced before Brent Rooker broke up the perfection with his 100th career homer in the fifth.

The A’s mounted a rally in the ninth, chasing Cecconi with back-to-back triples and an RBI double. Emmanuel Clase entered with one out and struck out two to lock down his 21st save of the season.

Cleveland has now won seven of its last eight games, turning the corner after a 10-game skid.

Up Next:
Cleveland sends LHP Logan Allen (6-7, 4.00 ERA) to the mound Saturday against Oakland’s Luis Severino (2-11, 5.16 ERA).

Read the Full Story and See Highlights at espn.com

⚾ Captains Sink TinCaps 4-2 Behind Bullpen Brilliance

The Lake County Captains secured a 4-2 victory over the Fort Wayne TinCaps last night, thanks to clutch relief work and timely hitting.

Fort Wayne struck early in the top of the first when Brandon Butterworth belted his 10th home run of the season, giving the TinCaps a 1-0 lead. But Lake County responded in the bottom of the second with a bizarre sequence: a balk by TinCaps pitching allowed Jose Devers to score and tie the game. Moments later, Juan Benjamin singled home Esteban González, and Christian Knapczyk added an RBI single, scoring Benjamin and giving the Captains a 3-1 lead.

The TinCaps trimmed the deficit to 3-2 in the third on an RBI single by Braedon Karpathios, but the Captains answered in the fourth with Benjamin’s second RBI single of the night, bringing home Nick Mitchell.

On the mound, Izaak Martinez was outstanding in relief, tossing three scoreless innings to earn the win. Jack Jasiak followed with two shutout frames of his own to collect his ninth save of the season.

Check out the box score and more at milb.com

Source: Google

🤣 Something Funny 🤣

When those easy & cheap gifts don’t work any longer.