Family Programs

Reach Out & Preserve Family History through the Arts

March 24, 2020

Lakeside prides itself on embracing history and tradition in each of the Chautauqua pillars of Religion, Education, Cultural Arts and Recreation. As we move through Women’s History Month, a time to reflect on and recognize all of the contributions and accomplishments of women throughout our history and lives, consider setting aside some time to celebrate […]

2020 Hoover Entertainment Preview

January 28, 2020

A new year has officially arrived, and with it, new excitement for the coming summer at Lakeside. This year is poised to be another outstanding season, with some of Lakeside’s favorite performers returning and brand new faces that are sure to deliver. We hope you’re just as excited as we are! To entertain and thrill […]

2019 Pumpkin-Decorating Contest

October 16, 2019

We had several fantastic entries in our annual Pumpkin-Decorating Contest at the Lakeside-Marblehead Lighthouse Festival. Thanks to all who participated, and congratulations to our winners! Most Creative Design Overall “Pumpkin Power and Light” by Heather Doughty

July 11, 2019

Guest Blogger: Katie Seemann-Zen Life and Travel blog For the original blog post, please visit Zen Life and Travel blog: https://www.zenlifeandtravel.com/lakeside-chautauqua-a-family-friendly-lake-erie-weekend-getaway-in-ohio/ A vacation with the whole family is a great way to enjoy the summer. There are lots of family vacation spots in Ohio, so it can be hard to know which one to choose. […]

Education program transforms with varied instruction strategies to enhance learning

March 5, 2019

Each summer, thousands of Lakesiders take part in lectures and additional educational programs at Lakeside. These social, contextual interactions are central to our intellectual wellbeing, and at Lakeside, we want to ensure that you have an opportunity to grow by participating in a variety of educational experiences. Lakeside’s education program has grown exponentially over the […]

It’s the Great Pumpkin-Decorating Contest, Lakesiders!

October 4, 2018

Welcoming the return of fall weather to our Lake Erie shore, October brings a beautiful, multi-hued landscape of autumn leaves, cool breezes off the water… and the excitement of the Lakeside-Marblehead Lighthouse Festival with its annual Pumpkin-Decorating Contest! When: Saturday, Oct. 13, 2018 Pumpkin Drop-Off – 9:30-11 a.m. Awards Presentation – 1-1:30 p.m. […]

Top 10 Things to Do Fourth of July Week

July 3, 2018

Staff Blogger: Mallory Glenn, Advancement/Communications Intern Take one peak at the calendar and it’s clear that you’ll never be bored at Lakeside. Sometimes there are so many things to do that it can be difficult to choose. To help you out, here’s a chronological list of the Top 10 Things to Do in Lakeside during […]

The Five Senses of a Summer at Lakeside

June 7, 2018

Guest Blogger: Hallie Parker, Lakesider Lakeside is a special place where I get to spend the summer. It awakens the five senses. I hear the waves crashing against the rocks, shuffleboard discs sliding down the court, and golf carts beeping as they back up. I see colorful sailboats zipping across Lake Erie, fireworks blasting through […]

Pool to Open Memorial Day Weekend

May 3, 2018

With only a few weeks until the summer season, the Grindley Aquatic & Wellness Campus is nearly ready for a complete opening of its facilities on Saturday, May 26. The Wellness Center is now complete and ready for use once the fitness equipment arrives, and the swimming pool, which earned a spot in Lake Erie […]

March 28, 2018

Spring has arrived, and we can’t wait to welcome our Lakeside friends back for another exciting summer. To help you make the most of it, we want to share new things that Lakeside is working on to improve your experience. Mark your calendars for new programs, carve out time to walk through a new garden […]