BRECKSVILLE, Ohio – Gardeners and plant lovers alike can celebrate the arrival of spring at the Emerald Necklace Garden Club’s annual Plant Sale and Garden Faire, set for Saturday, May 9, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event will be held at Brecksville United Methodist Church, 65 Public Square, in the heart of Brecksville.
This popular community event offers a wide selection of locally grown plants, including perennials, annuals, herbs and an impressive assortment of tomato seedlings—featuring both traditional favorites and unique heirloom varieties. Shoppers will also find a variety of indoor plants, perfect for brightening up any home or office space.
In addition to plants, visitors can browse a collection of gently used garden décor items, offering both charm and sustainability for outdoor spaces. New this year, the Garden Faire will feature a special Vintage Holiday Décor table—an early opportunity for those who enjoy planning ahead and adding a nostalgic touch to seasonal decorating.
Payment for all purchases can be made by cash, check or credit card, making it easy for attendees to take home their favorite finds.
Proceeds from the sale support the Emerald Necklace Garden Club’s horticultural scholarships as well as its many community programs, helping to promote gardening, education and environmental stewardship throughout the area.
For more information about the sale, upcoming meetings and additional club activities, visit www.EmeraldNecklaceGardenClub.org or follow the Emerald Necklace Garden Club on Facebook.
Community theater: If you could live forever, would you? That timeless question is at the heart of Everlasting Tuck the Musical, presented by Strongsville Community Theatre, April 17–26, with Friday and Saturday performances at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday at 2:00 p.m. The production will be held at Strongsville High School’s Little Theater, 20025 Lunn Rd.
Tuck Everlasting is a musical adaption of the beloved children’s novel by Natalie Babbitt, exploring themes of immortality, adventure and the beauty of life.
The story follows Winnie Foster, a young girl who longs for a bigger life beyond her home. When she ventures into the mysterious Treegap Wood, she meets the Tuck family, who share an extraordinary secret—they have discovered a spring that grants eternal life. As Winnie grows close to them, she begins to understand that living forever may not be the gift it seems. When a stranger seeks to exploit the spring, Winnie must make a life-changing choice about her own future.
Blending adventure, romance and heartfelt moments, the musical explores the true meaning of time, family and what it means to live fully.
The talented cast includes Lucy Pasadyn as Winnie Foster, Kody Young as Jesse Tuck, Samantha Ksiezyk-Decrane, Kevin Myers, Issac Siemer, Cameron Willis, Stuart Landes, Luke Jones, Jessie Pollak and Kelly Jindra. Production is by director and choreographer, Kaylea Foraker, and music director, Henry Foraker.
Tickets are $15 for adults, $12 for seniors and veterans, and $5 for students. For tickets, visit www.strongsvillecommunitytheatre.com or call the box office at 440-879-8817.
D.A.R.E. program: North Royalton Middle School is proud to celebrate its fifth-grade students as they complete the D.A.R.E. (Drug Abuse Resistance Education) program, marking an important milestone in their academic and personal development.
Over the course of 10 engaging lessons, students participated in meaningful discussions, practiced decision-making strategies, and built strong communication skills through an interactive and age-appropriate curriculum. The program focuses on empowering students to make safe, responsible choices and to confidently navigate real-life situations.
To recognize their hard work and growth, students were honored during a D.A.R.E. Graduation Ceremony on March 25 in the Dan Calabrese Center for the Performing Arts at North Royalton High School. Officer Colin Gregory, along with school administrators, teachers, and community members, joined together to celebrate the achievements of the students. Throughout their lessons, students were invited to reflect on what the D.A.R.E. program meant to them through an essay contest, responding to the questions: what they learned during D.A.R.E., how they have used the D.A.R.E. decision-making model, and how they plan to use what they have learned to make safe and responsible choices. The three essay contest winners, Elizabeth Dudar, Cameron Uffman, and Lucy Bury, were recognized, and their essays were read during the ceremony.
The mission of the D.A.R.E. program is to teach students essential decision-making skills that support safe and healthy lifestyles. Its vision encourages young people to respect others and choose lives free from violence, substance use, and other risky behaviors.
“North Royalton City Schools remains committed to supporting the whole child, and programs like D.A.R.E. play a vital role in helping students grow academically, socially, and emotionally,” said Principal Erin Calabrese.
Attention quilters: Local quilting enthusiasts are invited to connect, create and learn with the Strongsville Covered Bridge Quilt Guild, which is currently welcoming new members.
The guild meets on the second Monday of each month at 12:30 p.m. at the Ehrnfelt Senior Center, 18100 Royalton Road. The next meeting is scheduled for April 14.
In addition to regular meetings, the guild offers optional class sessions beginning at 10 a.m. on meeting days. Participants are encouraged to bring their own lunch if attending both the class and the meeting, though attendees may also choose to participate in just one portion of the day. A $5 rental fee, charged by the Senior Center, applies.
The group provides an opportunity for quilters of all skill levels to share ideas, learn new techniques and enjoy fellowship with others who share a passion for the craft. Those interested in joining or visiting as a guest may call Kathie at 330-225-1658 between 5 and 7 p.m. on weekdays for more information.
1984 performance: Broadview Heights Spotlights Theater will bring George Orwell’s powerful and thought-provoking novel 1984 to the stage this spring in a production that explores themes of surveillance, control and individual freedom.
The stage adaptation, based closely on Orwell’s classic work, portrays a dystopian society where “Big Brother” is always watching, and personal freedom is nearly nonexistent. The production aims to immerse audiences in a gripping theatrical experience that is both compelling and unsettling.
Performances will take place Fridays and Saturdays from April 17 through May 2 at 7:30 p.m., with a special Sunday matinee scheduled for April 26 at 3 p.m. All shows will be held at Broadview Heights Spotlights Theater, located at 9543 Broadview Road on the Broadview Heights City Campus, next to the police station.
Tickets are $20 for adults and $18 for seniors and students. They may be purchased online at www.broadview-heights-spotlights.org or at the door, pending availability.
The production is directed by Brandi Eaton, with intimacy direction by Tara Corkery. Stephanie Malfara serves as producer, and technical design is led by Tim Anderson and Dan Hunsicker. The cast features Tara Martens, Neda Spears, Clay Hoffner, Eli Ravenson, Meghan Hardin, Connor Krohn, Mario Becerra, Eleanor Perna, Elizabeth Flood and Barb Howitt.
Adapted for the stage by Robert Owens, Wilton E. Hall Jr. and William A. Miles Jr., the play remains faithful to Orwell’s cautionary vision. As Orwell himself noted, the story serves as a warning about the dangers of unchecked power and the importance of individual responsibility.
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