Featured Events in Lorain in June, 2025 (July Updated)

Agenda Tuesday, June 10 8:00 | Registration Opens 8:45 | Welcome 9:00 | The Value and Importance of Meaningful Public Engagement Thomas Starinsky – Thomas Starinsky Planning + Design David Jurca – Seventh Hill Design “Do we have to have a community meeting?” Engaging constituents is the hardest part of our jobs as economic development professionals and the most important. We often cringe at the idea of talking with Negative Nelly, Doubting Thomas, and Overzealous Otto, yet the best sign of success is community buy-in. David and Tom will lead an interactive session on two important aspects of community engagement. First, to understand WHY engagement is an essential tool for success and what type of involvement is right for your community. Then, to understand HOW to effectively engage and communicate with stakeholders so they share in the pride and passion for the project. You will leave this session with a strong understanding of different community engagement strategies along with practical techniques and practices to involve your stakeholders on that project you can’t wait to get started. 12:00 | Lunch on your own 1:30 | Young Leaders Panel Discussion 3:15 | Social Media: Managing Comments, Conflict, and Community - Joe Dunay, Heritage Ohio 5:00 | Networking - Speak of the Devil Cocktail Bar, 201 W 5th St , Lorain Join your revitalization and preservation peers from 5:00 - 7:00 PM . Hotel Options Ariel Broadway Hotel Chateau de Charleston AirBnB Information Source: Heritage Ohio | eventbrite

Agenda Tuesday, June 10 8:00 | Registration Opens 8:45 | Welcome 9:00 | The Value and Importance of Meaningful Public Engagement Thomas Starinsky – Thomas Starinsky Planning + Design David Jurca – Seventh Hill Design “Do we have to have a community meeting?” Engaging constituents is the hardest part of our jobs as economic development professionals and the most important. We often cringe at the idea of talking with Negative Nelly, Doubting Thomas, and Overzealous Otto, yet the best sign of success is community buy-in. David and Tom will lead an interactive session on two important aspects of community engagement. First, to understand WHY engagement is an essential tool for success and what type of involvement is right for your community. Then, to understand HOW to effectively engage and communicate with stakeholders so they share in the pride and passion for the project. You will leave this session with a strong understanding of different community engagement strategies along with practical techniques and practices to involve your stakeholders on that project you can’t wait to get started. 12:00 | Lunch on your own 1:30 | Young Leaders Panel Discussion 3:15 | Social Media: Managing Comments, Conflict, and Community - Joe Dunay, Heritage Ohio 5:00 | Networking - Speak of the Devil Cocktail Bar, 201 W 5th St , Lorain Join your revitalization and preservation peers from 5:00 - 7:00 PM . Hotel Options Ariel Broadway Hotel Chateau de Charleston AirBnB Information Source: Heritage Ohio | eventbrite

Welcome to Swimtastic Safari Splash!Come join us at Goldfish Swim School - Fairview Park for a splashing good time on June 20, 2025 at 6:00 PM (Eastern Time). Get ready to dive into the fun with our exciting safari-themed swimming event! Bring your little ones for an unforgettable evening of swimming adventures. It's going to be a wild ride! Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to create lasting memories with your family. Grab your swimsuits and join us for a roaring good time at Swimtastic Safari Splash! We can't wait to see you there! Information Source: Goldfish Swim School - Fairview Park | eventbrite