Together With Chris Schlenkerman and the Collaborative HOME SALES Group

Living a Rocky River Dream

This updated 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath home in Rocky River is worth a look or two. The dual primary suites — one on the main level, one upstairs — work well for multi-generational households or guests who want their own space. Both suites have large walk-in closets.

The kitchen is a statement. It’s been remodeled with a large island, step-down table, quartz counters, new appliances, and tile backsplash. Laminate flooring runs throughout, and all bathrooms have been updated with modern fixtures.

A few other details worth noting:

• Two wood-burning fireplaces in the living room and rec room

• Finished basement with a private office with custom built-ins

• Two laundry rooms — main level and basement

• Large deck with a fully fenced backyard

Secluded street, close to the library, and easy access to the highway make this one worth a visit.

5 bed | 3.5 bath | 2,646 sq ft | $799,999

BHHS Professional Realty, alongside the collaborative HOME SALES Group

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Mutt Madness

What happens when two golden retrievers, an English mastiff, and a bernese mountain dog walk into a bar? I don’t really know, but I guess we will find out on Sunday!

We are down to the final four mutts of 2026. The stakes are high and the elite eight matchups were intense.

The Elite Eight delivered some nail-biters. Cooper the golden retriever and Willow the husky tied on the website vote — then Cooper clawed out a 7-vote Instagram victory. (Husky fans are still in disbelief.) Meanwhile, Hercules the English mastiff, Maverick the bernese mountain dog, and Scuba the golden

all advanced — but not without Hanky, Mabel, and Reggie making them work for it.

We hope to see you this Sunday at Terrestrial Brewing Company at noon.

Your four mutts for a chance to take home the 2026 Mutt Madness Trophy and get a 1 of 1 hand painted water color painting are:

Take 2 minutes today and 👇

Short Takes

The full April 7th column is packed with so much information today and it lives here on our website but here are the highlights worth your morning coffee.

Avon

Home care: Cleveland Clinic’s Hospital Care At Home  is coming to the west side. The program allows patients with certain conditions to choose to receive care in their own homes that is comparable to what is provided in an inpatient hospital setting.  

Patients must live within a 25-mile radius of Cleveland Clinic Fairview or Avon hospitals and qualify to be hospitalized at home, based on a medical evaluation in either the emergency department or within one of the hospital’s inpatient units. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, sepsis, cellulitis, pneumonia, asthma and select postoperative colorectal procedures are among the conditions that providers with Hospital Care At Home can treat, according to the press release.

Patients are set up at home with a tablet for virtual video visits; a direct-connect phone number to the care team; a personal emergency response bracelet; devices to measure vital signs; and a backup power supply so they can be monitored and connected with the Clinically Integrated Virtual Command Center (CIViC).

Avon Lake

New director: It’s been several months since the departure of former Avon Lake Public Library (ALPL) Director William Rutger. After an extensive search, library officials recently announced the hiring of Forrest Lykins as the library’s new director (start date April 20).

Lykins comes to the ALPL from the Cleveland Public Library System, serving as its Regional Director-West. He began his library career as a Page nearly 21 years ago.  The Kent State University graduate has served in a variety of library service roles over the years.  

In other library news… The popular, “What’s Under the Hood,” class is back this spring for teens ages 15-17 from 11 a.m. to noon April 18.  Learn how to replace wiper fluid, check tire pressure, jump a battery, and other important car needs during the hands-on class. Registration

High school musical: Avon Lake High School Drama Club presents, “Jesus Christ Superstar,” at 7 p.m. April 16-18; and 2 p.m. April 19 at the Dr. Daniel B. Ross Performing Arts Center at Avon Lake High School, 175 Avon Belden Road.

Tickets

Bay Village

Historical society: The Bay Village Historical Society is celebrating the Grand Reopening of the Rose Hill Museum, 27715 Lake Road, from 2 to 4:30 p.m. April 12. The space has been completely transformed and new exhibits have been added.

During the event, crafts and other activities for all ages will be onsite.

Registration begins April 15 for Pioneer Days Summer Camp, which brings the past to life for young pioneers.

The Historical Society is also partnering with the Cleveland Museum of Art for a special collaborative event June 27 (more details coming soon).

Gallery openings: BAYarts, 28795 Lake Road, has two gallery openings April 10, featuring Nicole Maye Luga’s City Scrolls: 216 in the Sullivan Family Gallery and Janet Dodrill’s Portrayals in the Sally J. Otto Gallery.

The Mary Deutschman Estate Art Sale in the Cultural Center takes place from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. April 12.

Summer registration for both kids and adult programs opens online at 9 a.m. April 14.

North Ridgeville

‍State of city, schools: The community will have the opportunity to tour the school district’s new Transportation and Maintenance Facility, located on the north side of the North Ridgeville Academic Center on Ranger Way, during an Open House at 5 p.m. April 15.

Immediately following the Open House, the annual State of North Ridgeville Address with Superintendent Roxann-Ramsey Caserio and Mayor Kevin Corcoran will take place at 6:30 p.m. in the Academic Center Cafetorium, 34620 Bainbridge Road.

Community garden: It’s almost planting season at the North Ridgeville Community Garden. The garden is located along Chestnut Ridge Road across from Alternate Ohio 83 (near the exit at Ohio 10), at the roundabout.  Applications and garden guidelines will be posted online April 20. Applications will be accepted through May 8.

Rocky River

Trustee needed: The Rocky River Board of Education has the legal duty to appoint trustees to the Rocky River Public Library Board of Trustees. There is one vacancy on the library’s Board of Trustees for a term commencing on July 1, 2026 and expiring on June 30, 2030 (four years).

Individuals who wish to be considered for the appointment to the trustee position must email a letter of interest, resume, and statement of qualifications to Angelica Rogers, Executive Secretary to the Superintendent of Rocky River City School District, by the close of business April 24. Email [email protected].

Pilates open house: BE Pilates, 19107 Old Detroit Road, is celebrating not just one studio, but two. The community is invited to a Ribbon Cutting and Open House from noon to 5 p.m. April 11.

Westlake

Outdoor market: The Outdoor Summer Market at Crocker Park presented by Westland Heating, Air Conditioning & Plumbing, is now open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays now through Nov. 28.

Available goodies include seasonal fruits and vegetables, antibiotic‑ and hormone‑free meats, farm‑fresh eggs, cheeses, dairy products, local honey, organic maple syrup, baked goods, and other vendors.

The market is located at the corner of Detroit and Crocker roads in the parking lot at Fidelity Investments, 800 Crocker Road.

Community Blend

City-wide Composting? 📍 Lakewood

Lakewood is asking a very serious question: would you like a better future for your banana peels and egg shells?

The city has opened a public survey through April 15 to measure interest in expanding composting citywide and to understand what’s keeping more residents from participating now.

The push ties into Lakewood’s Climate Action Plan, which aims to divert 95% of organic material from regular trash to composting by 2030. Right now, the city partners with Rust Belt Riders to operate compost drop-off sites at Lakewood Park and Madison Park.

We’ve lived in Lakewood for a long time now, and I can’t believe we’re just now finding out about this program.

So far, more than 600 residents have responded.

Councilwoman-at-Large Angelina Hamilton Steiner is leading the effort, with hopes of building a free composting program that fits residents’ needs.

If you have experience composting, we would love to hear from you! Jodie and I need some help.

Today in Cleveland History

📜The Day a Westsider Changed Cleveland Forever

April 7, 1919. While most Clevelanders were getting ready to cheer for Tris Speaker who was both the star player and manager of the Indians, a westside engineer named William Stinchcomb was quietly doing something that would shape this city for the next century and beyond.

Stinchcomb — born and raised near Lorain and Denison, as west side as it gets — was leading the Cleveland Metroparks to make it first purchase of land. The 3.8 acres where today is below the Hilliard bridge proved to be something special to come.

From that one humble purchase grew a system of over 25,000 acres wrapping around Greater Cleveland — trails, valleys, fishing spots, and green space that west siders use every single day. The mighty Cleveland Metropark started right here, in our backyard.

So next time you're hiking Valley Parkway or fishing the Rocky River, take alook at the monument built in his honor and tip your hat to a fellow westsider.