This summer, 189 students learned ceramic technique in order to donate artisan cups to the Cup of Kindness fundraising project.
The objective of the project has been three-fold:
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Lakeside Snapshots
Happy Labor Day weekend, Lakesiders! How are you celebrating Labor Day weekend at Lakeside this year? Visit www.lakesideohio.com/calendar, or read our latest e-newsletter for a complete list of programming available during Labor Day weekend… And don’t forget, Chautauqua Passes are offered for a reduced rate this weekend. See you soon!
Practices that Draw Lakeside Closer in Community
Each year, many Lakeside stories are shared by first-time guests, long-time Lakesiders, young families and those who are giving back to the community.
Each story expresses the values and practices that draw a community closer together. You may experience these values in your own hometown community.
A community of heart-filled welcome. After visiting, people are excited to share their Lakeside experience with new friends and invite them to participate in the Chautauqua program. Many Lakesiders take what they learned from their stay to teach a new hobby, interest or passion to a friend, which expands Lakeside’s enrichment and inspiration. They also introduce future spouses and continue to build family traditions around the Chautauqua community.
Generation Next Embraces a Family Vacation Tradition
Guest Blogger: Bruce Stambaugh
My parents took my brothers and sisters there. My wife and I took our daughter and son there. And now, our daughter and her husband have taken their three children there, too.
“There” is Lakeside, Ohio. Nurturing body, mind and spirit, it’s an ideal family vacation destination. Activities abound for youngsters through oldsters, all under the umbrella of the Chautauqua community’s four pillars, religion, recreation, arts and entertainment, and education.
1 Square Mile; 6 Unique Bed & Breakfasts
Guest Blogger: Sarah Milheim, Advancement & Communications Coordinator
The Lakeside Chautauqua community is full of many accommodations for guests. Lakeside’s six bed & breakfasts are no exception. Each offers guests something different, from a room or a suite to a full kitchen, but all offer one thing in common – a front porch.
Celebrate Lakeside
Guest Blogger: Sarah Milheim, Advancement & Communications Coordinator
Lakeside is grateful for and celebrates each and every volunteer for the countless hours they have given to enhance the Lakeside experience.
Bill and Charlotte Maenner are two Lakesiders who have donated their time and talents to make the Lakeside community a better place.
As the couple’s family grows, the new family motto is “Anytime that we’re together, its’ a celebration!”
Each return visit becomes a treasure hunt of discovery with continuous progress in programs, structures, gardens, cottages, businesses and opportunities to experience growth.
Top 12 Ways to Improve Your Curb Appeal
Guest Blogger: Kelly Cecora, Marketing/Digital Communications Intern
Looking for a fun project to do on a summer weekend? Why not start thinking about what updates you want to make to your Lakeside cottage this season.
We checked with the Lakeside Property Owners Association and the Historic Preservation & Design Review Board to compile a list of easy home fixes that can be done in just one weekend; so you can turn your cottage into a welcoming weekend getaway.
Family volunteers at gardens within the Lakeside community
Volunteers are essential to the quality of the Lakeside Chautauqua experience year-round. 
From Rhein Center teachers and Hoover Auditorium greeters to Lakeside Fund Ambassadors and master gardeners, Lakeside Chautauqua extends a sincere thank you to the countless volunteers who have dedicated their time and support to the mission of Lakeside.
Lakeside especially thanks the Nurnberger family for their dedication in helping to beautify the Lakeside Chautauqua community. Four years ago, Mark and Beth Nurnberger began giving their time to the Kenton Row Garden after their friend and neighbor, Holly Gordon, enlisted their help.
Lakeside Symphony Orchestra Opens 51st Season
To open its 51st season, the Lakeside Symphony Orchestra (LSO) will present a concert of “Light Classics” at 8:15 p.m. Wednesday, July 30, in Hoover Auditorium.
A reception will be held immediately following the concert to celebrate and meet the musicians.
Established in 1963, the LSO is one of Lakeside’s most cherished traditions. This year marks the 44th year for the Music Director, Robert Cronquist.
Bringing classical music to the Chautauqua community, the symphony performs eight concerts during its month-long residency. The LSO is made up of more than 75 musicians from across the country that have devoted many years of service to Lakeside.
A selection of popular classics and commemorative numbers will be included for the symphony’s first performance of the summer.