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Kids alone in cars are kids in danger

Lorain County General Health District

7/18 -- Warm temperatures can create a danger for children left alone in motor vehicles. It's important to bring your kids with you wherever you go. Heat harms; even kills. Within minutes. And in 2010, the parents of 49 children thought it would never happen to them. Protect you loved ones from the heat! Safe Kids USA recommends the following tips to keep your little ones safe:

The 2011 Thomas and Evon Cooper International Competition

Jessica R. Downs
Oberlin Conservatory of Music

7/14 -- The Oberlin Conservatory of Music (Website | Profile) and The Cleveland Orchestra are pleased to present the 2nd annual Thomas and Evon Cooper International Competition. Building on the historic relationship between the two institutions, this international event will enhance educational opportunities for young musicians by offering scholarships, cash prizes, and the chance to perform in concert venues across the globe. Full Story

Be a Tourist in Your Own Back Yard!

Nancy Gibbons

4/21 -- The U.S. Travel Association reports that travel and tourism is one of America's largest industries. Direct spending by domestic and international travelers generated $704 billion in the nation's economy last year. The industry also represents one of America's largest employers, accounting for more than 10 million direct and indirect jobs. Full Story

Grammy Award-Winning Violinist James Ehnes to Showcase 1715 Stradivarius at Oberlin College

Jessica Downs
Assistant Director of Conservatory Communications

James Ehnes Photo by Benjamin Ealovega

4/15 -- Hailed as "the Jascha Heifetz of our day" (Globe and Mail), violinist James Ehnes will perform on Oberlin’s Artist Recital Series on April 26, at 8 p.m. in Finney Chapel. Accompanied by acclaimed pianist Orion Weiss, Ehnes will perform an impressive program of works by Stravinsky, Grieg, Mozart, and Saint-Saëns. Full Story

Festival Atmosphere at ''Carnivale'' Spotlight on Stocker Community Open House

Steve Sefchik
LCCC Media Relations Coordinator

A stilt walker will be part of the festivities at the Spotlight on Stocker Arts Center "Carnivale" event July 19.

7/16 -- Beads, masks and theater magic will be in abundance at the "Carnivale! Spotlight on Stocker (Website | Profile)" open house. The Lorain County Community College Stocker Arts Center (Website | Profile) will preview its upcoming season of great entertainment at the event from 4-7 p.m., Monday, July 19. "Carnivale!" will include free food and games and will introduce the lineup of performances for 2010-2011, as the new Stocker Arts Center season brochure will be available at the event. Full Story

Visit Lorain County Announces Open Seats on Board of Directors

Barb Bickel

7/9 -- Visit Lorain County (Website | Profile) (Lorain County Visitors Bureau) currently has two open seats on its Board of Directors. Board members should have a strong interest in the positive promotion of tourism in Lorain County. Full Story

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