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Entertainment & Pastimes
In The Time Of Social Distancing
By Catharine Hadley, Arts and Entertainment Editor, catharinehadley@gmail.com
Reveling In Summer’s Swan Song
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The towpath, which stretches the length of the park, is mostly crushed gravel or as- phalt – suitable for walking, running, biking, and pushing a stroller. One of my favorite moments was when I saw a woman about my age pushing her mother in a wheelchair. It touched my heart. Each of the old canal locks has a historical marker, which makes the path that much more interesting.
The CVNP offers hikes that are much more challenging than the towpath, includ- ing The Ledges and Blue Hen Falls.
Because hiking is my new hobby, my next little getaway will be to Kelleys Island. I’ve been there several times over the years, but I have not really taken the time to focus on the Scheele Preserve, the North Pond, the North Shore Alvar, the Glacial Grooves, and the nearby North Shore Loop Trail.
I love guided tours, especially at the be- ginning of a trip. Hearing about the history and geology of the area gives so much more depth to the experience, and it helps me form richer memories. Island AdvenTours has some great options, including daytime and sunset kayak tours. I’m excited about the prospect of hiking and biking the trails, with bicycles and helmets provided by the company. There are also “Eco Tours” op- tions, where you either hike or provide your own golf cart with room for a guide. You can learn about the history and ecology of the island.
If you also like guided tours, check out the Walk Erie Tours website! Walking tours are offered three times a day on Saturdays. The Port Clinton tour includes Lakeview
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We’ve all been thinking about new ways (or revisiting old ways) to have fun. I love learning about other people’s creative ideas when it comes to entertainment.
The Bellevue Society for the Arts is pre- senting “Seven Brides for Seven Brothers” August 14-15 and 21-22 – in the parking lot! The performers will use hay wagons as stag- es. The audio will be piped through outdoor speakers. The audience is invited to bring blankets or chairs, or to stay in their vehicles.
I recently enjoyed a few days of hiking and walking at the Cuyahoga Valley Nation- al Park. I loved the variety of sights – wa- terfalls, cliffs, fields, a marsh, hills, woods, and, of course, the Cuyahoga River. The park had options for different activity levels. For some, you can park quite close to the major
Catch a view of Perry’s Monument from land or lake.
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