Events for April 2017

Mentor Area Chamber of Commerce
Apr 5 Global Shipping Update
Join us for an informative seminar on all of the relevant information regarding shipment of products including guidance from actual ocean carriers, insurance providers, and trucking companies. Freight forwarders will provide information on the completion and interpretation of the correct documentation for export and import documents.
  • Date:
    April 5, 2017
  • Time:
    8:30 AM - 3:45 PM
  • Website:
    https://www.eventbrite.com/e/everything-you-need-to-know-about-logistics-and-shipping-your-products-tickets-31653264767
  • Location:
    Holden University Center at Lakeland Community Center, Kirtland, Ohio 
  • Contact:
    Kim Holizna at 216-577-1235
  • EMail:
    kholizna@kent.edu
  • Date/Time Details:
    Wednesday, April 5, 2017 from 8:30 - 3:45
  • Fees/Admission:
    Cost $85
Apr 5 Get Your Business Online Workshop: How to Create a Free Website for Your Small Business
Businesses that have complete business information online are twice as likely to be considered reputable by consumers. Get Your Business Online is a fast and easy way for small businesses to get online. While 97% of consumers look online for local products and services, 55% of small businesses do not have a website. Get Your Business Online provides small businesses with a free website as well as free tools, training, and resources to help their business   succeed online.    

Create a free website through Google in just 60 minutes during this hands-on and fast moving interactive workshop.   Participation prerequisites are as follows:
1. An  established Gmail account.
2. You must know your Gmail account password.
3. The website is free, but to complete publishing activity  participants will need to have a credit/debit card (participants can finish this step later if preferred, however, know that the credit/debit card will not be charged).

Please note: This class takes place in a computer lab.   A $10 administrative  fee is required when registering. 


 
  • Date:
    April 5, 2017
  • Time:
    10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Website:
    https://clients.ohiosbdc.ohio.gov/reg.aspx?mode=event&event=82370008
  • Location:
    Lakeland Community College-Holden University Center
    4242 SR306, Kirtland, OH 44094 
  • Contact:
    440-525-7706
  • EMail:
    ACattell@lakelandcc.edu
  • Date/Time Details:

    Wednesday, April 5, 2017
    10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

     

  • Fees/Admission:
    $10 Administrative Fee
Apr 6 Breakfast Speaker Series: The Evolution of the Rape Crisis Movement
United Way of Lake County's Women's Leadership Council's Speaker Series are fabulous affairs with speakers to match. Join us Thursday, April 6, 2017, as we welcome Teresa Stafford, Senior Director of Victim Services & Outreach of the Cleveland Rape Crisis Center. 
President Obama's 2009 declaration of April as "Sexual Assault Awareneess Month" is a declaration that's a victory for every American interested in a world free from sexual violence.
Don't miss this fascinating "Evolution of the Rape Crisis Movement." Teresa will share the ever-evolving collaboration that strives to break the silence on sexual assault while securing reliable and respectful access to justice. Learn about the highlights and diverse history of success often unknown to the public. Don't miss this engaging overview.. 
  • Breaking the Silence
  • Unknown Victories
  • What the Perceived "Quality" of a Survivor Means for their Justice
Register now and you'll walkaway from the breakfast both surprised and savvy!

Register online at:  
https://www.uwlc.org/civicrm/event/info?reset=1&id=76
Register by phone:  440-639-1131
  • Date:
    April 6, 2017
  • Time:
    7:30 AM - 9:00 AM
  • Website:
    https://www.uwlc.org/civicrm/event/info?reset=1&id=76
  • Location:
    Mooreland Mansion, 7800 Clocktower Dr, Kirtland 44094 (On the campus of Lakeland Community College)
  • Contact:
    440-639-1131
  • EMail:
    tlewis@uwlc.org
  • Date/Time Details:
    Thursday, April 6 from 7:30 am - 9 am
  • Fees/Admission:

    Fee Includes Breakfast:

    $35 / Guests
    $10 / Women's Leadership Council Members

Apr 6 Coffee Contacts Decaf
The Original Coffee Contacts Decaf!
Free Coffee & Networking
Each attendee invited to give short commercial and bring marketing materials
Hosted by the Mentor Area & Eastern Lake County Chambers of Commerce
  • Date:
    April 6, 2017
  • Time:
    8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
  • Location:
    Boston Market
    9361 Mentor Ave.
    Mentor    
  • Contact:
    Mark Wainwright
  • EMail:
    mwainwright@mentorchamber.org
  • Date/Time Details:
    Thursday, April 6
    8:00am-9:00am
  • Fees/Admission:
    Free!
Apr 7 AWT Annual Meeting: Keynote Presentation by VIRTALIS VR

Thanks for working together with us.

We'd like to give you a brief update on the state of AWT (like we do every year), as well as treat you to a hint of what's to come.

More industries are using Virtual Reality for..

  • Training: Virtual training enables risks to students and equipment to be completely eliminated.
  • Design: VR systems and services reduce design errors, foster understanding and communication, reduce or eliminate physical prototypes and, above all, reduce risk.
  • Manufacturing: Operations teams can review virtual prototypes to highlight manufacturing issues earlier, to better understand the human factors implications and to be able to train production line staff to get it right first time.
  • Research: VR is an extremely powerful tool for research, helping academics, scientists and students do their jobs more efficiently and effectively, thanks to its power as a communication too
  • Marketing: Being memorable and being seen as innovative are good for differentiating you in your market and adding value to your reputation and brand. And VR definitely brings a wow factor.

 


 

Virtalis will be showing off the power of its transportable, interactive 3D visualization system, the ActiveMove, their desktop visualization system, the ActiveDesk, their portable head-mounted display system, the ActiveSpace, and their advanced visualization software, Visionary Render.

About Virtalis: Virtalis is a world-leading Virtual Reality (VR) and Advanced Visualization company with its US offices located near Dayton, Ohio. Their mission is to demonstrate that visualization and VR offer users a valuable return on investment and will improve our competitive position.

Their software allows users to access and experience a real-time, interactive and immersive VR environment created from huge 3D datasets to perform detailed design reviews, rehearse in-depth training tasks, validate maintenance procedures or verify assembly and manufacturing processes.

  • Date:
    April 7, 2017
  • Time:
    11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
  • Website:
    https://www.eventbrite.com/e/awt-annual-member-luncheon-2017-tickets-31977784414
  • Location:
    Holden University Center at Lakeland
  • EMail:
    awt@thinkmfg.com
  • Date/Time Details:
    Event begins at 11:30
    Appointments for hands-on VR demonstrations are available.
  • Fees/Admission:
Apr 12 Express Employment Professionals Refresh Leadership Live Simulcast
Save the date for Express Employment Professionals Refresh Leadership Live Simulcast
Wednesday April 12, 2017 8AM - 1PM

This year's speakers:
Patrick Leniconi - Noted Author and Lecturer
Jimmy Johnson - Football Broadcaster and Former Player and Coach
Robyn Benincasa - Renowned Motivational Speaker and Adventure Racer
Continental Breakfast • Giveaways • Lunch • Prizes

 
  • Date:
    April 12, 2017
  • Time:
    8:30 AM - 1:00 PM
  • Website:
    http://www.expresspros.com/mentoroh
  • Location:
    Manakiki Golf Course
    35501 Eddy Rd, Willoughby, OH 44094
  • Contact:
    (440) 571-5185
  • EMail:
    Jim.Levine@ExpressPros.com
  • Date/Time Details:
    Wednesday April 12, 2017
    8:30 AM - 1:00 PM
    Breakfast and Lunch provided
    Qualifies for SHRM continuing education credit
  • Fees/Admission:
    Free
Apr 12 Easter Roller Skating Party
You are invited to Mentor Skateland's Springtime Easter Roller Skating Party on Wednesday, April 12th, 2017, from 6:30 to 8:30pm. Bring your friends and family for a hopping good time! Everyone is welcome! Join us for games, raffles, and prizes. Fun for all ages! Admission is only $5 and skate rental is available for $3. Mentor Skateland is located at 5615 Andrews Road in Mentor on the Lake, OH. www.mentorskateland.com. Don't miss out! Mark your calendar now and please help us spread the word about this terrific event. Roller skating is fitness disguised as fun!
  • Date:
    April 12, 2017
  • Time:
    6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Website:
    http://www.mentorskateland.com
  • Location:
    Mentor Skateland, 5615 Andrews Road, Mentor on the Lake, OH 44060
  • Contact:
    Connie Mason 440-257-3387
  • EMail:
    skatelandmentor@aol.com
  • Date/Time Details:
    April 12, 2017 / 6:30pm - 8:30pm
  • Fees/Admission:
    Admission $5, Skate rental $3
Apr 17 - Apr 21 OHIO UK AEROSPACE MISSION 2017
The Ohio UK Aerospace Mission 2017 is for US Aerospace Suppliers interested in opportunities in
one of the world’s largest aerospace markets. The mission will attend and participate in the  
Aero Engine Forum, Birmingham, a unique program organized in conjunction with Rolls Royce, UTC,
Moog and BCI Aerospace.
Held in Birmingham, UK, one of the UK’s centers of aerospace manufacturing, with expected attendance from over 300 companies from 15 countries, this 3 day event will feature:
            -Aerospace Technology & Supplier Exhibits
-B2B meetings
-Workshops
-Supply Chain opportunities
for US companies interested in all aspects of Aero Engines, Aerostructures & Avionics.
 
Mission participants will have the opportunity to use the matchmaking platform at the Aero Engine Forum as part of the mission and to meet with:
- Aerospace industry organizations & institutions
- UK & European Aerospace Supply Chain Representatives
- UK Government Agencies
 and will include networking events in the UK.
 
 
  • Date:
    April 17, 2017
  • Time:
    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Location:
    LONDON & BIRMINGHAM, UK
  • Contact:
    Kim Holizna 216-577-1235
  • EMail:
    kholizna@kent.edu
  • Date/Time Details:
    APRIL 17-21, 2017 
     
Apr 19 Taste of Mentor presented by ERIEBANK

Join us for an evening of great food from some of the Mentor area's best restaurants!

A panel of attendees from the Mentor community sample the cuisine and evaluate the presentation and display from each restaurant. Winners are then announced after votes are counted.

  • Date:
    April 19, 2017
  • Time:
    5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Website:
    http://tasteofmentor2017.eventbrite.com
  • Location:
    Mentor Civic Ice Arena
    8600 Munson Rd.
    Mentor
  • Contact:
    Christine Weber
  • EMail:
    cweber@mentorchamber.org
  • Date/Time Details:
    Wednesday, April 19
    5pm-8pm
  • Fees/Admission:
    General Admission: $30
    Kids ages 6-12: $10
    Kids ages 5 & under: Free!
Apr 20 Link to website Pg: https://www.uwlc.org/dine-donate
The inability to access affordable, nutritious food exists in every county in America and Lake County is no exception.In fact, 1 in every 8 residents struggles with hunger. In 2016, 8,488 calls were made to Lifeline's 2-1-1 referral hotline for food assistance. This is why United Way of Lake County is collaborating with our local restaurants to help us Feed Lake County. But we can't do it without you! Donating to help Feed Lake County is simple!  Join thousands of others from Lake County during our community-wide "Dine to Donate" event on Thursday, April 20th by dining out at one or more participating restaurants! All participating restaurants will donate a portion of your bill to United Way of Lake County's Feed Lake County program. There's no out-of-pocket cost to you to donate - your only cost is your dining bill. Not bad huh?!! Simply eat breakfast, lunch, dinner or all 3 meals out at any participating restaurant on April 20th! Mark your calendar now - list of participating restaurants can be found on our website at www.uwlc.org.
  • Date:
    April 20, 2017
  • Website:
    https://www.uwlc.org/dine-donate
  • Location:
    See our website at www.uwlc.org for a list of all participating Lake County restaurants!
  • Contact:
    440-639-1286
  • EMail:
    jsency@uwlc.org
  • Date/Time Details:
    Thursday, April 20 - All Day Event
    Breakfast, Lunch and Dinnertime
  • Fees/Admission:
    No cost to participate! The only fee you will incur is the bill from where you dine out.
Apr 20 Dine to Donate on Thursday, April 20 to Help Feed Lake County
The inability to access affordable, nutritious food exists in every county in America and Lake County is no exception.In fact, 1 in every 8 residents struggles with hunger. In 2016, 8,488 calls were made to Lifeline's 2-1-1 referral hotline for food assistance. This is why United Way of Lake County is collaborating with our local restaurants to help us Feed Lake County. But we can't do it without you! Donating to help Feed Lake County is simple!  Join thousands of others from Lake County during our community-wide "Dine to Donate" event on Thursday, April 20th by dining out at one or more participating restaurants! All participating restaurants will donate a portion of your bill to United Way of Lake County's Feed Lake County program. There's no out-of-pocket cost to you to donate - your only cost is your dining bill. Not bad huh?!! Simply eat breakfast, lunch, dinner or all 3 meals out at any participating restaurant on April 20th! Mark your calendar now - list of participating restaurants can be found on our website at www.uwlc.org.
  • Date:
    April 20, 2017
  • Website:
    https://www.uwlc.org/dine-donate
  • Location:
    See our website at www.uwlc.org for a list of all participating Lake County restaurants!
  • Contact:
    440-639-1286
  • EMail:
    nparker@uwlc.org
  • Date/Time Details:
    Thursday, April 20 - All Day Event
    Breakfast, Lunch and Dinnertime
  • Fees/Admission:
    No cost to participate! The only fee you will incur is the bill from where you dine out.
Apr 20 Coffee Contacts
The Original Coffee Contacts!
Free Coffee & Networking
Each attendee invited to give short commercial and bring marketing materials
Hosted by the Mentor Area & Eastern Lake County Chambers of Commerce
  • Date:
    April 20, 2017
  • Time:
    8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
  • Location:
    Red Creek Bar & Grill
    1820 N. Ridge Rd.
    Painesville
  • Contact:
    Mark Wainwright
  • EMail:
    mwainwright@mentorchamber.org
  • Date/Time Details:
    Thursday, April 20
    8:00am-9:00am
  • Fees/Admission:
    Free!
Apr 21 Lake County Safety Council Meeting
Annual Lake County Safety Council & BWC safety awards banquet. With Keynote Speaker Bruce Hennes, Hennes Communications - "Crisis Communications & Management - Emergency Action Preparations"
  • Date:
    April 21, 2017
  • Time:
    11:15 AM - 1:15 PM
  • Website:
    http://www.lakecountysafetycouncil.org/events/index.asp
  • Location:
    American Croatian-Lodge
    34900 Lakeshore Blvd.
    Eastlake, OH 44095
  • Contact:
    Mark Wainwright
  • EMail:
    mwainwright@mentorchamber.org
  • Date/Time Details:
    Friday, April 21
    11:15am-1:00pm
  • Fees/Admission:
    Members: $20
    Non-members: $25
Apr 25 MACC Monthly Meeting
Mentor Area Chamber of Commerce Monthly Meeting
"Your Health Care Options in Lake County - Today and Tomorrow"

 
Speakers:

Brian J. Adams, Manager, Business and Ambulatory Development, University Hospitals;

Rick Cicero, Sr. VP Marketing & Business Development, Lake Health;

Brian J. Smith, Director of Strategic Project Development, Cleveland Clinic
  • Date:
    April 25, 2017
  • Time:
    11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
  • Location:
    Holiday Inn Mentor 306    
    7701 Reynolds Rd.
    Mentor
  • Contact:
    Mark Wainwright
  • EMail:
    mwainwright@mentorchamber.org
  • Date/Time Details:
    Tuesday, April 25
    11:30am-1:00pm
  • Fees/Admission:
    Members: $25
    Non-members: $30
Apr 27 United Way of Laike County Annual Meeting Luncheon
Please join us at our Annual Meeting & Luncheon for a celebration of the organizations, agencies and residents who support us in our fight for the education, income and health of every resident in Lake County. Special Guest Speaker, James R. Schleicher, Founder & President of IBB, Inc. will join us with an uplifting message for all. Advance Reservations must be made at www.uwlc.org or by calling 440-639-1203.
  • Date:
    April 27, 2017
  • Time:
    11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
  • Website:
    https://www.uwlc.org/civicrm/event/info?reset=1&id=77
  • Location:
    LaMalfa, 5783 Heisley Rd, Mentor, OH 44060
  • Contact:
    440-639-1203
  • EMail:
    bbaker@uwlc.org
  • Date/Time Details:
    Thursday, April 27     
    11:30 am – 1 pm
  • Fees/Admission:
    $30 / person (includes lunch)  
Apr 29 7th Annual RoboBots Battle!

Northeast Ohio's largest combat robotics championship and a regional partner of the National Robotics League!

It's free to attend and all ages are welcome.

Come cheer on your favorite team as they destroy the competiion in a robot battle tournament.

  • Date:
    April 29, 2017
  • Website:
    http://www.thinkmfg.com
  • Location:
    Lakeland Community College        
  • EMail:
    awt@thinkmfg.com
  • Date/Time Details:
    from 8 am to 6 pm on April 29th
  • Fees/Admission:
    Free to attend!
    Sponsorships are available, and donations & volunteers are welcome too!