July Special Events

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    Bug-Bonanza

    Saturday, July 26
    Watershed Stewardship Center
    West Creek Reservation

    11 a.m.- 4 p.m.

    Come discover the amazing world of bugs during this family-friendly event. Meet butterflies in the butterfly tent or touch something unique at our live bug demonstrations! Get your face painted, try some buggy snacks, and play some bug-inspired games. There is so much to do, and all are welcome at this bug-tastic day!

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    Look About Lodge Summer Concert

    Sunday, July 20

    South Chagrin Reservation

    2 - 4 p.m.

    Gather your family and friends and join us on the lawn at the historic Look About Lodge for live music, featuring the sounds of raw blues, psychedelic grooves, and funk-infused rock with Lady Melma.


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    Mobile Nature Shop Schedule

    Cleveland Metroparks Mobile Nature Shop is on the move. Shop our latest merchandise at an event near you!

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    Edgewater Beach Concerts

    Thursdays from 5 - 8 p.m.

    June 26 - Music City Sound Band | Dance, Top 40

    July 24 - Old Skool | 90s Covers

    August 14 - Carlos Jones | Reggae

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    Emerald Necklace Marina Concerts

    Fridays from 5 - 8 p.m.

    June 13 - Recess Band | Pop, Alternative

    June 20 - Ohayo | 70s, Classic Rock

    June 27 - Back 9 Par 4 |60s Pop, Rock, Country

    July 11 - Cats on Holiday | Swamp Pop

    July 18 - The Ladies Night | 90s-00s Pop

    July 25 - Colin Dussault Band | Blues

    August 1 - Abby Normal & the Detroit Lean | Ska, Rock Disco

    August 8 - 80's Ladies | 80s Favorites

    August 15 - Glass House | Cover Band

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    Euclid Beach Concerts

    Thursdays from 5 - 8 p.m.

    June 19 - The Quenton Rubin Band | R&B, Funk, Rock

    July 17 - Tony Quale's and Discovery Band | 80s, Current Hits

    August 7 - Project Hope Choir | Gospel

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    Huntington Beach Concerts

    Wednesdays from 5 - 8 p.m.

    June 11 - Old River Road | Acoustic Rock

    June 18 - Stamper Starr | Blues, Classics

    June 25 - City Lite Trio | Rock, Soul, Pop

    July 9 - Jeffrey Cruz | Pop Covers

    July 16 - Scott Sopata | Steel Drum, Guitar, Ukulele, Bagpipes

    July 23 - Duo-ly Noted | Laid Back Patio Music

    July 30 - Dawn to Dusk Trio | Classic Rock, Blues, Country

    August 6 - Zakk Jones | Jazz, Americana/Country Fusion

    August 13 - Hoodoo BBQ | Rock, Roots

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    Merwin's Wharf Concerts

    Saturdays from 5 - 8 p.m.

    June 14 - Five O'Clock Somewhere | Country, 70s West Coast Rock

    June 21 - East Wind | Classic Rock

    June 28 - Jack & the Optimists | Rock

    July 12 - Grunge DNA |Rock, Grunge

    July 19 - Medusa | Rock

    July 26 - Blue Lunch | Blues

    August 2 - Rocker & the Blackjack Gypsies | Tribute to Woodstock

    August 9 - Scenic Route | Pop, Rock

    August 16 - Yosemite Slim | Country

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    Wallace Lake Concerts

    Thursdays from 5 - 8 p.m.

    June 12 - BackTraxx | Disco, Rock, Oldies

    July 10 - The Evil Ways Band | Santana Tribute

    July 31 - Apostle Jones | R&B, Soul

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    Cuyahoga River by Boat

    Tuesdays & Thursdays

    Merwin's Wharf Dock

    4 – 6 p.m. or 7 – 9 p.m.

    Fee: $21/person

    Narrated 2-hour Cuyahoga River boat program aboard the eLCee2 discussing history, industry, area geography, watershed, reclamation, and so much more. We’ll explore what was, what is, and what’s to come during this program on parts of the Cuyahoga River’s federal navigation channel.