Strongsville Community Theatre presents its scholarship benefit show, “A Tribute to Cole Porter.” It will feature “Jim’s Little Big Band” alongside eight seasoned professional singers, offering a program of Cole Porter’s timeless music.Strongsville Community Theatre
STRONGSVILLE, Ohio — Strongsville Community Theatre (SCT) is thrilled to announce its fourth annual scholarship benefit show, “A Tribute to Cole Porter.”
It is set for Oct. 25 and 26 in the Strongsville Senior Center event room.
This year’s show will feature Jim’s Little Big Band, alongside eight SCT singers, offering a memorable program of Cole Porter’s timeless music.
If you haven’t been to one of SCT’s “Tribute” shows, you are in for a delightful surprise. The singers and musicians are all seasoned professionals who deliver the best show in town — plus an amazing value.
The show will feature two evenings of entertainment, hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar, all to support SCT’s scholarship fund.
Tickets are priced at $40 per person, with all proceeds benefiting high school seniors pursuing performing arts studies at the university level.
Over the years, SCT has awarded more than $35,000 in scholarships, thanks to the generous support of the community.
SCT extends its heartfelt gratitude to everyone who has supported the scholarship program over the years and looks forward to another memorable evening of entertainment for a great cause.
Reservations are limited, so attendees are encouraged to secure their tickets early. Tickets can be reserved online at www.strongsvillecommunitytheatre.com or by calling 440-879-8817.
All purchased tickets will be available for pickup at the door on the evening of the event.
Scholars honored: Four North Royalton High School students have been recognized as Commended Scholars in the 2025 National Merit Scholarship Program.
They are Penelope L. Bly, Akshaj V. Satyawada, Eshaan V. Satyawada and Rafid S. Zaman.
About 34,000 Commended Students throughout the nation are being recognized for their exceptional academic promise.
These students placed among the top 50,000 students who entered the 2025 competition by taking the 2023 Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT).
“We are incredibly proud of Penelope, Akshaj, Eshaan, and Rafid for their outstanding academic achievements,” said Principal Kristin Hubbell.
“Being recognized as Commended Scholars in the National Merit Scholarship Program is a testament to their hard work and dedication.
“We look forward to seeing the great things these bright young minds will achieve in the future.”
Five-star rating: Ohio recently released its State Report Card results for school districts, and Strongsville City Schools has received a 5-star overall rating for the second straight year.
Five stars represent that the school significantly exceeds state standards.
Strongsville City Schools is one of only 68 Ohio school districts — and one of just 11 in Cuyahoga County — to receive the highest rating possible.
The State Report Card measures six different components through a rating system of 1 to 5 stars. Components include Achievement, Progress, Gap Closing, Graduation, Early Literacy and College, Career, Workforce and Military Readiness.
“To earn a 5-star overall rating on the State Report Card for a second straight year is a testament to our entire school community,” said Superintendent Dr. Cameron Ryba.
“While there are many ways to measure the success of a school district, this rating and our success on all of the report card components is a reflection of the extraordinary efforts, passion and dedication of our teachers, support staff, administrators and Board of Education.”
A detailed presentation of Strongsville City Schools’ State Report Card results will be delivered at the Oct. 9 Board of Education meeting, at 7 p.m. in the school district’s administrative offices, 18199 Cook Ave.
It also will be streamed live at www.scsmustangs.org/scstv.
Trick or Trot: The Ken Ganley Companies and Brecksville Kiwanis Club’s 11th annual Halloween-themed Trick or Trot 5K and 1-mile Family Fun Run/Walk is Oct. 19 at Brecksville’s Blossom Hill property off Oakes Road.
Registration and check-in begin at 7:30 a.m.
Family Fun Run/Walk participants will enjoy a kid-friendly Trick or Treat along the course.
There will be plenty of prizes for all age groups and costume contests for everyone. The categories will be Cutest Kid, Best Hero or Villain, Best Duo or Group, Funniest and more.
Snacks and refreshments will be provided and vendors will have displays and giveaways.
Proceeds will benefit A Special Wish Foundation and Kiwanis Youth Services.
For more information and to sign up, go here or visit www.HermesCleveland.com.
Brecksville Talks: The Brecksville Human Services Center presents “Brecksville Human Services Talks!” Here’s what’s coming up:
• Oct. 14 at 11 a.m. — Estate planning with Brecksville native and attorney Matt Deliberato.
• Oct. 18 at 11 a.m. — The Browns’ last championship goes back to Dec. 27, 1964. Carl Quatraro will dig into his video scrapbook and pull out the story of the 1964 Cleveland Browns and their extraordinary whitewash of the Baltimore Colts.
• Oct. 24 from 1 to 3 p.m. — The Cuyahoga County Library Digital Navigators will help you master your laptop, iPad and smart phone. An appointment is necessary. Call 440-526-2449.
• Oct. 25 at 11 a.m. — The University Hospitals Health Series presents “Let’s Talk about Falls.” Learn the common causes of falls and subsequent possible injuries.
Call the Brecksville Human Services Center at 440-526-2499 for more information or to register for any of these great talks.
Halloween madness: If you dare, come to the North Royalton City Green for a spooktacular event, Halloween Madness.
There is so much fun planned, it’s scary.
This frightfully fun event runs from 2 to 5 p.m. Oct. 19.
There will be food trucks to please all tastes, including Hatfield’s Goode Grub, Howlin’ Bird, Dough Daddy Donuts, Cleveland Cookie Dough and Lemon Shack.
Entertainment includes music by DJ Putrino Productions, a new Trick or Treat Street featuring candy from local businesses, Magic by Morris, a costume contest, pumpkin painting, a cornstalk maze, a 4-H petting zoo and not one, but two bounce houses.
Free kids’ programs: Connecting for Kids is offering programs in Parma and virtually.
• Music Therapy & More, 6:30 p.m. Oct. 14 at the Parma-Snow branch of the Cuyahoga County Public Library.
Join this hands-on program designed to teach families how to use music to improve their child’s academic, motor, communication and social skills, as well as behavior.
This program is designed for families and their children, ages 0-6, who have concerns about development.
• Adolescence and Advocacy: Healthcare Transition Planning for Puberty, 6 p.m. Oct. 21, virtual.
Nikki Montgomery, MA, MEd, GPAC, will lead a discussion on how to begin to involve your child in planning and decision making now to prepare for adolescent healthcare self-advocacy.
She will also be addressing how race, disability and special health needs can affect healthcare outcomes.
Registration is required for these programs. Register online, via email at [email protected] or call/text 440-570-5908.
Connecting for Kids provides resources, support and community to families in Northeast Ohio who have concerns about their child.
They support families who have children with mental health concerns, developmental delays and disabilities, as well as those facing major life changes.
They offer programs, resource fairs and a Family Resource Specialist (FRS) Program.
Programs include support groups for adults, presentations by professionals and hands-on programs that caregivers attend with their child.
The FRS program offers a CFK staff member who meets with families and assists them in navigating resources.
All programs are offered free to families.
Let the Brecksville, Broadview Heights, North Royalton and Strongsville communities know what is going on with your organization, church, school, business or family. Email me at [email protected].
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