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👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Travel & Discovery: 🏖️ Two Trending Getaways Mentor Families Are Eyeing

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⚾ Guardians Ride Strong Pitching, Timely Homers to Defeat Orioles

🥎 Mentor Explodes for 13 Runs in Saturday Victory Over Amherst Steele

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Mentor families now have several new summer options for kids and teens.

Mentor Public Schools shared a community update featuring programs to help families plan for the months ahead. Highlights include youth basketball camps, the Mentor Marlins swim team, the Summer Reading Challenge, and the Mentor Police Junior Academy.

Families can also enjoy the Kids Bowl Free program, offering affordable fun during summer break.

Preschool information was included for younger children, while adults may also want to check out current district job openings.

The update arrives as many parents begin planning summer schedules and looking for ways to keep children active, social, and engaged once school ends.

Residents should check with Mentor Public Schools and participating groups for registration dates, age requirements, and deadlines.

See the mentorschools.net

Overlook Beach Park has temporarily closed as construction starts on a new playground, part of an effort to improve facilities for residents and visitors.

The park will remain closed during this phase of the project. Once the playground is finished, the park is expected to reopen briefly before the second phase of improvements begins.

Information about the next construction phase and any future closures will be announced when available.

Officials thanked the community for its patience during the renovations.

Source: mentoronthelake.gov

The City of Mentor will host its annual Earth Day celebration on April 19, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Springbrook Gardens Park. The free event is designed to bring the community together for a day of environmental education, outdoor activities and family-friendly fun.

Visitors can explore the park while taking part in guided walks focused on identifying local wildlife and plant species, led by natural resource specialists. A community tree planting and dedication will also be held, along with interactive activities such as wildlife trivia, native plant bingo and a biology-themed scavenger hunt. Additional entertainment includes nature-inspired crafts, games and a sidewalk chalk contest.

Live steel drum music will be performed throughout the event, creating a festive atmosphere. A variety of eco-friendly vendors and food options will be available, while local environmental organizations will host informational booths and exhibits highlighting conservation efforts.

Free giveaways, including native seed packets and prizes, will be offered to attendees. Admission and parking are free, making the event accessible for all ages.

See the full schedule of events

If your family is dreaming about a summer escape, you’re not alone. Many Northeast Ohio travelers are searching for destinations that offer fun, value, and easy travel options. This week’s Travel Sunday feature highlights two trending spots that continue to attract Ohio families looking for sunshine, scenery, and memory-making adventures.

Myrtle Beach remains one of the most popular summer destinations for Ohio families—and for good reason. With wide sandy beaches, family attractions, mini golf, seafood restaurants, and dozens of affordable condo rentals, it offers something for every age group. Many travelers from Northeast Ohio like that it can be reached by a direct flight or a manageable road trip if you enjoy stopping along the way.

The area also features popular attractions like Broadway at the Beach, oceanfront boardwalk entertainment, and water parks that keep kids busy long after beach time ends.

Why Ohio families love it: Warm weather, budget-friendly lodging options, and nonstop family fun.

Looking for mountain views, family entertainment, and road trip value? Gatlinburg and neighboring Pigeon Forge continue to surge in popularity. This Smoky Mountain region gives travelers a mix of outdoor beauty and nonstop attractions. Families can explore Great Smoky Mountains National Park, ride mountain coasters, visit Dollywood, enjoy dinner shows, and relax in spacious cabin rentals.

Many Northeast Ohio travelers choose this destination because it offers a full vacation experience without the cost of flying.

Why Ohio families love it: Scenic drives, family attractions, cabins, and strong value for the money.

If you’re planning a summer getaway, booking now can save money. Airfares and lodging prices often rise sharply once schools let out.

We’ll feature two more trending summer spots Northeast Ohio travelers are choosing—including one surprise destination within driving distance.

The Cleveland Cavaliers opened their Eastern Conference first-round series with a 126-113 win over the Toronto Raptors on Saturday at Rocket Arena.

Donovan Mitchell led Cleveland with 32 points, while Max Strus scored a playoff career-high 24 off the bench after missing much of the regular season with a broken foot. James Harden added 22 points and 10 assists, and Evan Mobley finished with 17 points and seven rebounds.

The Cavaliers took control after Toronto cut the lead to 45-41 late in the first half. Cleveland answered with a 27-9 run that carried into the third quarter, with Strus scoring 11 points during the surge.

Cleveland built its advantage to 24 points early in the fourth and cruised to the victory.

Toronto, making its first playoff appearance since 2022, was led by RJ Barrett with 24 points, Scottie Barnes with 21 and Jamal Shead with 17. Shead also made five 3-pointers while starting for injured guard Immanuel Quickley.

Game 2 is Monday night in Cleveland.

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Williams Dominates as Guardians Defeat Orioles 4-2

The Cleveland Guardians used a dominant outing from Gavin Williams to beat the Baltimore Orioles 4-2 on Saturday at Progressive Field.

Williams pitched seven innings, allowing one run on three hits while striking out 11 and walking one. He now leads the majors with 40 strikeouts this season.

Baltimore took a 1-0 lead in the fourth inning on Leody Taveras’ solo homer, but Cleveland answered in the fifth. Rhys Hoskins walked, Daniel Schneemann singled, and Brayan Rocchio hit a two-out, three-run homer to put the Guardians ahead.

The Orioles closed within 3-2 in the eighth on Gunnar Henderson’s solo shot. Cleveland responded in the bottom half when Bo Naylor hit a solo homer, his first of the season.

Cade Smith struck out the side in the ninth for his fifth save.

José Ramírez stole his 10th base in the first inning, becoming the first major leaguer to reach double digits in steals this year.

Baltimore managed four hits and struck out 16 times. The series finale is set for Sunday with Trevor Rogers facing Joey Cantillo.

The Mentor Lady Cardinals softball team split two recent games, falling to Walsh Jesuit before rebounding with a win over Amherst Steele.

On Friday, Mentor lost 8-4 to Walsh Jesuit despite hitting two home runs. The Cardinals scored in the first and added two more in the third, but the Warriors answered throughout the game and used a four-run fifth inning to pull away.

Mentor had nine hits, led by Sophia Smalley, who went 2-for-3 with a solo homer. Maddie Beam-Jones finished 2-for-3 with a home run and two RBIs, while Ireland Rainey added two hits, including a double, and scored twice.

Syd Cahill took the loss after allowing six earned runs over four innings. Allie Dugach pitched the final two innings in relief.

Mentor responded Saturday with a 13-9 win over Amherst Steele behind a 15-hit performance.

The Cardinals scored four runs in the first inning, then answered Steele’s five-run second with three runs in the bottom half of the inning. Mentor added four more in the third to take control. Ireland Rainey led the offense, going 3-for-4 with a home run, double, and four RBIs. Savannah Nero went 3-for-4 with an RBI, while Dugach was 3-for-4 with a double and RBI.

Dugach earned the win, and Cahill closed the game with three scoreless innings, allowing just one hit.

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