Lakewood Historical Society/Public Library Program Series

LAKEWOOD HISTORICAL SOCIETY

One of Lakewood's greatest assets is its heritage and community history. The Lakewood Public Library and the Lakewood Historical Society are pleased to present this series.


TOWPATH TUNES AND TRAILS Thursday, March 6, 2008 7:00 p.m. New Main Library Auditorium		You'll tap your toes to the history of Ohio’s Erie Canal, told through songs and stories. Historical Interpreter Hank Mallery plays Cletus, dressed head to toe in period costume. He'll play a variety of instruments as he sings the songs of the era and some original compositions.

OHIO IN THE CIVIL WAR Thursday, April 3, 2008 7:00 p.m. New Main Library Auditorium		Mark Holbrook of the Ohio Historical Society takes an in-depth look at the pivotal role of Ohio in the War Between the States with stories of Buckeyes who made a difference as soldiers, politicians, writers and more.

NORTHEAST OHIO AND THE UNDERGROUND RAILROAD Monday, May 12, 2008 7:00 p.m. New Main Library Auditorium		THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED. We Apologize For Any Inconvenience.

LANDSCAPE AND WILDLIFE IN FRONTIER OHIO Wednesday, May 21, 2008 7:00 p.m. Women’s Pavilion in Lakewood Park		The Ohio countryside has changed dramatically over the past 200 years. Bob Glotzhoper, Curator of Natural History at the Ohio Historical Society, documents changes in forests, rivers, wetlands, prairies, plants and wildlife. What has been the impact of these changes?

VINTAGE BASE BALL DOUBLE HEADER Sunday, July 13, 2008 1:00 p.m. at the Oldest Stone House Field		Yes, it was two words originally. Ballists don period uniforms and recreate the game as it was meant to be played. Join the Lakewood Historical Society, the Forest City Base Ball Club and the Akron Blackstockings for an afternoon of learning, popcorn and fun!

GREAT LAKES THEATER FESTIVAL SPECIAL EVENT SEEING RED Written by Daniel Hahn Directed by Andrew May Monday, March 3, 2008 7:00 p.m. in the New Main Library Auditorium		This one-act play, composed of actual testimony given by Hallie Flanagan, Ronald Reagan, Paul Robeson, and Arthur Miller before the House Un-American Activities Committee revisits the events that led Miller to write The Crucible and raises questions about current policies in the War on Terror. After the show, the audience will have an opportunity for a talk-back with the company.

For more information on Lakewood history, see Lakewood Legacy - a guide to online historical material.